MIDDLE SCHOOL:
​Today          

• Breakfast-Chef’s Choice
• Lunch-Chef’s Choice

Girls Basketball- WS vs Cabool, Home Game, Game starts at 5:30
PEP Club: Purple for Monrhowe
                        
Drop Everything & Kind II Students will participate in activities all throughout the day that focuses on giving and receiving kindness. ENJOY!
 
The water fountains have been turned back on! 
 
Students: All lost and found will be taken to MUNCH Friday after we dismiss. Please check the lost and found for any items you might be missing.
 
LOCKER CLEAN OUT TODAY DURING ADVISORY!!!! Sorry for the last minute on this-but lockers will be sprayed/sanitized over break.
 
Bears for a better Christmas Giveaway will be held on December 18th.   Donations are being collected now. Donations may be dropped off at the MS Office.
 
Rosters for electives and quarter classes will be posted on Friday, December 17.  Please look for your name to know where to go when we return in January.
 
5th grade: Rosters for 5th hour electives will be posted on the doors in the middle of the 5th grade hallway on Friday.  Look for your name.
 
6th grade: Rosters for 1st hour electives will be posted on the bulletin board across from Mrs. Conway's classroom on Friday.  Look for your name.
 
7th grade: Rosters for 3rd/4th hour electives and 7th hour specials will be posted on the trophy case on Friday.  Look for your name.
 
8th grade: Rosters for 2nd/4th hour electives and 6th hour specials will be posted on the bulletin board between Mrs. Story's and Ms. Batson's rooms on Friday.  Look for your name.

HIGH SCHOOL:
Today (Maroon)
Breakfast - Eggs, Cereal, & Fruit
Lunch - Uncrustable, Carrots, Chips, Fruit, & Cocoa Bar

Hallway Music: 
Today - Christmas Shuffle
Monday - Happy New Year!
Tuesday - Coach Wyatt's Belated Birthday Playlist
Wednesday- Inspirational
Thursday - Throwback: 1982
Friday - Mr. Bell's Birthday Playlist
 
Boys, due to your inability to keep a tidy bathroom you will need to sign in with Mrs. Jenny in order to use the bathroom.  In addition, since you do not know how to properly dispose of your uncrustables, we will no longer be offering them at lunch.
 
Former CAT students are invited to Mrs. Dillin's room today at 10:45 for a special Christmas reading.
 
There is an opportunity for three counseling groups to form in the high school for any students that are interested. These groups will be provided free of charge, on campus, during the school day, by therapists from Ozark Healthcare.  A group provides a safe place for students to share their thoughts and feelings through activities, discussion, and support.  If you are interested or would like more information for one of the groups please see Mrs. Siler
1. Healing Hearts-Students dealing with grief and loss 
2. Go with the Flow-Students struggling with anxiety/stress issues
3. Healthy Relationships 
 
Are you in need of community service hours?? The YMCA has hours available for someone to work basketball gate or concessions on Saturday mornings in January and February.  If you need hours, please contact Mrs. Wiles as soon as possible so you can get on the schedule.

MIDDLE SCHOOL:
​Today          

• Breakfast--Pancakes,Cereal, Pears & Milk
• Lunch-Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Green Beans, Strawberry Cup & Milk

Girls Basketball- WS @ Licking, Game starts at 5:30

Friday           

• Breakfast-Chef’s Choice
• Lunch-Chef’s Choice

Girls Basketball- WS vs Cabool, Home Game, Game starts at 5:30
PEP Club: Purple for Monrhowe
                        
Students: All lost and found will be taken to MUNCH Friday after we dismiss. Please check the lost and found for any items you might be missing.
 
LOCKER CLEAN OUT TODAY &/OR TOMORROW  DURING ADVISORY!!!! Sorry for the last minute on this-but lockers will be sprayed/sanitized over break.
 
Bears for a better Christmas Giveaway will be held on December 18th.   Donations are being collected now. Donations may be dropped off at the MS Office.
 
Today-Drama Club will meet.
 
Rosters for electives and quarter classes will be posted on Friday, December 17.  Please look for your name to know where to go when we return in January.
 
- 5th grade: Rosters for 5th hour electives will be posted on the doors in the middle of the 5th grade hallway on Friday.  Look for your name.
 
- 6th grade: Rosters for 1st hour electives will be posted on the bulletin board across from Mrs. Conway's classroom on Friday.  Look for your name.
 
- 7th grade: Rosters for 3rd/4th hour electives and 7th hour specials will be posted on the trophy case on Friday.  Look for your name.
 
- 8th grade: Rosters for 2nd/4th hour electives and 6th hour specials will be posted on the bulletin board between Mrs. Story's and Ms. Batson's rooms on Friday.  Look for your name.

HIGH SCHOOL:
​Today (White)
Girls Basketball at Mammoth Springs 4:00 (Dismiss at 2:00)
JV Boys Basketball at Norwood 4:30 (Dismiss at 2:45)

• Breakfast - Pancakes, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Turkey, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Green Beans, Fruit, &  Roll

Friday (Maroon)

• Breakfast - Eggs, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Uncrustable, Carrots, Chips, Fruit, & Cocoa Bar

Hallway Music: 
Today - Pop Christmas
Friday - Christmas Shuffle
  
Boys, due to your inability to keep a tidy bathroom you will need to sign in with Mrs. Jenny in order to use the bathroom for the rest of the week.  In addition, since you do not know how to properly dispose of your uncrustables, we will no longer be offering them at lunch for the rest of the week.  
 
Those students making up hours for attendance, your log sheet is due by 9:00 a.m. today unless you are using the homework lab after school to get your last hour completed. Mrs. Williams will be supervising the homework lab after school so you can leave your log sheet with her. Leave log sheets during the day with Ms. Jenny or Ms. Amanda.
 
The Beauty & the Beast cast party will be after school today in the Spanish room.
 
Former CAT students are invited to Mrs. Dillin's room Friday at 10:45 for a special Christmas reading.
 
There is an opportunity for three counseling groups to form in the high school for any students that are interested. These groups will be provided free of charge, on campus, during the school day, by therapists from Ozark Healthcare.  A group provides a safe place for students to share their thoughts and feelings through activities, discussion, and support.  If you are interested or would like more information for one of the groups please see Mrs. Siler
1. Healing Hearts-Students dealing with grief and loss 
2. Go with the Flow-Students struggling with anxiety/stress issues
3. Healthy Relationships 
 
Are you in need of community service hours?? The YMCA has hours available for someone to work basketball gate or concessions on Saturday mornings in January and February.  If you need hours, please contact Mrs. Wiles as soon as possible so you can get on the schedule.
 
There will be a pink-out game on January 14. Lily Bolander and Caleb Ward will be selling shirts and bracelets from their website and have order forms available outside Mrs. Jenny's window. Order forms and online orders will be due by tomorrow. Shirt sizes range from youth small to 3XL on their website. Turn in order forms to Mrs. Capeder. Come and support our school and breast cancer awareness! 

MIDDLE SCHOOL:
Today          

• Breakfast-Honey Bun, Muffin, Cereal, Applesauce, Orange Juice & Milk
• Lunch--Chicken Patty/Strips, Beans, Blueberries, Goldfish Crackers & Milk 

Boys Basketball- WS vs Houston, Home Game, Game starts at 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday

• Breakfast - Mini Bagels, Breakfast Pizza, Donuts, Cereal,Orange Juice, Milk
• Lunch - Pizza Dippers,Crispito, Cheese Pizza, Corn Dog, Corn,Applesauce

Girls Basketball- WS @ Houston, Game starts at 4:00. Dismiss @ 2:00 p.m.
Boys Basketball- WS @ Mtn.Grove

Pep Club Theme for the Boys game tonight is Ugly Sweater.
 
Bears for a better Christmas Giveaway will be held on December 18th.   Donations are being collected now. Donations may be dropped off at the MS Office.
 
Mr. Hines will not be tutoring Today. 
 
Drama Club will be Thursday, December 16. 
 
Students: Wear your ugly sweaters tomorrow in honor of National Ugly Sweater Day!
 
Teachers please excuse students on Wednesday, Dec. 15 while they participate in a mock trial in the HS. This will begin at 12 and should be finished by 1:30. 

HIGH SCHOOL:
Today (White)
Breakfast - Honey Bun, Cereal, & Fruit
Lunch - Cooks Choice

Wednesday (Maroon)
JV Boys Basketball at Norwood

• Breakfast - Mini Bagels, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Pizza Dippers, Corn, & Fruit

Hallway Music: 

• Today - Instrumental Christmas
• Wednesday - Inspirational Christmas
• Thursday - Pop Christmas
• Friday - Christmas Shuffle

 
The Willow Springs Drama Club would like to offer our sincere thanks to all who have offered their patronage and taken time out of their busy schedules to support us. We would not be able to do everything that we love to do if it weren't for everyone's support. Our sincerest gesture of gratitude goes also to all of the businesses who were generous and faithful enough to sponsor our program. Thank you all for supporting the arts, expressionism and entertainment. We hope to see you all again at our coming play this Spring.
 
Congratulations, Ricky Maggard, for winning the photo contest hosted by the city of Willow Springs. Check out Ricky's photo and all the other great photos from our high school contestants on the city's facebook page.
 
Interact members stop by and see Mrs. Siler today! 
 
Students: Today is the last day to complete your ICAP or you will be placed in an ICAP Bear Time for 3rd quarter.
 
Semester 2 schedule changes will take place today & tomorrow. There are schedule change forms and the schedule of classes at Jenny's window. Reminder - a teacher signature is required to drop/add! This is your opportunity to change your schedule, so don't miss it!!
 
Spanish and Drama club members, shirts are in, and remember the gift exchange and party tomorrow during lunch.
 
Bear for a Better Christmas is looking for volunteers in grades 9-12!  The sign up sheets are in Mrs. Wilson's room.  We need help with toy shopping tomorrow, setting up the event Friday, December 17, and giving away the toys on Saturday, December 18.  These are really fun ways to give back to your community!  This is a great way to get community service hours. See Mrs. Wilson if you have questions.
 
There is an opportunity for three counseling groups to form in the high school for any students that are interested. These groups will be provided free of charge, on campus, during the school day, by therapists from Ozark Healthcare.  A group provides a safe place for students to share their thoughts and feelings through activities, discussion, and support.  If you are interested or would like more information for one of the groups please see Mrs. Siler
1. Healing Hearts-Students dealing with grief and loss 
2. Go with the Flow-Students struggling with anxiety/stress issues
3. Healthy Relationships 
 
Are you in need of community service hours?? The YMCA has hours available for someone to work basketball gate or concessions on Saturday mornings in January and February.  If you need hours, please contact Mrs. Wiles as soon as possible so you can get on the schedule.
 
There will be a pink-out game on January 14, 2022. Lily Bolander and Caleb Ward will be selling shirts and bracelets from their website and have order forms available outside Mrs. Jenny's window. Order forms and online orders will be due by December 17th. Shirt sizes range from youth small to 3XL on their website. Turn in order forms to Mrs. Capeder. Come and support our school and breast cancer awareness! 

MIDDLE SCHOOL:
Today          

• Breakfast - Breakfast Pizza, Cereal, Applesauce, Orange Juice & Milk
• Lunch - Cheese Pizza, Broccoli, Breakstick., Banana & Milk 

Boys Basketball-WS @ Ava, Away Game, Game starts at 5:30 p.m
Girls Basketball - WS vs WP, Home Game, Game starts at 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday       

• Breakfast - Honey Bun, Muffin, Cereal, Applesauce, Orange Juice & Milk
• Lunch - Chicken Patty/Strips, Beans, Blueberries, Goldfish Crackers & Milk

Boys Basketball- WS vs Houston, Home Game, Game starts at 5:30 p.m.
 
Certain 8th grade students need to meet in the STEM Lab during Advisory.  You will be working with Mrs. Henry on your ICAP for high school.  Please do not delay in arriving at the lab. 
 
Bears for a better Christmas Giveaway will be held on December 18th.   Donations are being collected now. Donations may be dropped off at the MS Office.

HIGH SCHOOL:
Today (Maroon)
Girls Basketball at Mammoth Springs vs. Hillcrest 4:00  Dismiss 2:00
JV Boys Basketball at Norwood vs. Mansfield 7:30

• Breakfast - Breakfast Pizza, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Pizza, Salad, Breadstick, & Fruit

Tuesday (White)

• Breakfast - Honey Bun, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Cooks Choice 

Hallway Music: 

• Today - Country Christmas
• Tuesday - Instrumental Christmas
• Wednesday - Inspirational Christmas
• Thursday - Pop Christmas
• Friday - Christmas Shuffle

 
Students: You have until tomorrow to complete your ICAP or you will be placed in an ICAP Bear Time for 3rd quarter.
 
Bear’s for a Better Christmas Meeting today during lunch in Mrs. Wilson’s room.
 
There will no longer be math lab after school on Monday's. Math Lab will only be after school Tuesday's - Thursday's.
 
Semester 2 schedule changes will take place today - Wednesday. There are schedule change forms and the schedule of classes at Jenny's window. Reminder - a teacher signature is required to drop/add! This is your opportunity to change your schedule, so don't miss it!!
 
Bear for a Better Christmas is looking for volunteers in grades 9-12!  The sign up sheets are in Mrs. Wilson's room.  We need help with toy shopping tomorrow, setting up the event Friday, December 17, and giving away the toys on Saturday, December 18.  These are really fun ways to give back to your community!  This is a great way to get community service hours. See Mrs. Wilson if you have questions.
 
There is an opportunity for three counseling groups to form in the high school for any students that are interested. These groups will be provided free of charge, on campus, during the school day, by therapists from Ozark Healthcare.  A group provides a safe place for students to share their thoughts and feelings through activities, discussion, and support.  If you are interested or would like more information for one of the groups please see Mrs. Siler
1. Healing Hearts-Students dealing with grief and loss 
2. Go with the Flow-Students struggling with anxiety/stress issues
3. Healthy Relationships 
 
Are you in need of community service hours?? The YMCA has hours available for someone to work basketball gate or concessions on Saturday mornings in January and February.  If you need hours, please contact Mrs. Wiles as soon as possible so you can get on the schedule.
 
There will be a pink-out game on January 14, 2022. Lily Bolander and Caleb Ward will be selling shirts and bracelets from their website and have order forms available outside Mrs. Jenny's window. Order forms and online orders will be due by December 17th. Shirt sizes range from youth small to 3XL on their website. Turn in order forms to Mrs. Capeder. Come and support our school and breast cancer awareness! 

MIDDLE SCHOOL:
Today          

• Breakfast-Muffin, Oatmeal, Diced Peaches, Orange Juice & Milk
• Lunch-Popcorn Chicken, Fries, Beans, Pretzel Stick, Apple & Milk

                     
Monday       

• Breakfast-Breakfast Pizza, Cereal, Applesauce, Orange Juice & Milk
• Lunch- Cheese Pizza, Broccoli, Breakstick., Banana & Milk 

Boys Basketball-WS @ Ava, Away Game, Game starts at 5:30 p.m.

Band Christmas concert will be Sunday December 12th at 2pm in Munford Gym.  Students will need to arrive at 1:30 to warm up.
 
Bears for a better Christmas Giveaway will be held on December 18th.   Donations are being collected now. Donations may be dropped off at the MS Office.

HIGH SCHOOL:
Today (White)
Boys Basketball at Mansfield 8:00

• Breakfast - Muffin, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Chicken, Fries, Beans, & Fruit

Sunday
Band Concert 2:00

Monday (Maroon)
Girls Basketball at Mammoth Springs vs. Hillcrest 4:00
Dismiss 2:00
JV Boys Basketball at Norwood vs. Mansfield 7:30

• Breakfast - Breakfast Pizza, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Pizza, Salad, Breadstick, & Fruit

Hallway Music: 

• Today - Christmas Music
• Monday - Country Christmas
• Tuesday - Instrumental Christmas
• Wednesday - Inspirational Christmas
• Thursday - Pop Christmas
• Friday - Christmas Shuffle

 
Students: You have until Tuesday to complete your ICAP or you will be placed in an ICAP Bear Time for 3rd quarter.
 
Be sure to check your email for a form to enter your nomination for the 2022 Hoop Queen Court! The nomination window closes today at 3pm. We will vote for underclassmen princesses and senior candidates next week!
 
Beauty and the Beast at the star theatre, tonight & tomorrow night at 6:30 both nights, tickets are $6 in advance and $8 at the door. Come and be part of the magic!
 
Voting for the Food Harvest Door Decorating contests ends today.  So get those canned goods turned in and vote for your favorite door.  Winning door will get a hot cocoa and cookie party next Wednesday during their M2 Study Hall. 
 
Board Game Club meeting today, sign up with Mr. Wickens in room 101.
 
Bear’s for a Better Christmas Meeting on Monday during lunch in Mrs. Wilson’s room.
 
There will no longer be math lab after school on Monday's. Math Lab will only be after school Tuesday's - Thursday's.
 
Semester 2 schedule changes will take place next week, Monday - Wednesday. There will be a schedule change form and the schedule of classes at Jenny's window beginning Monday! Reminder - a teacher signature is required to drop/add! This is your opportunity to change your schedule, so don't miss it!!
 
Bear for a Better Christmas is looking for volunteers in grades 9-12!  The sign up sheets are in Mrs. Wilson's room.  We need help with toy shopping on Tuesday, setting up the event Friday, December 17, and giving away the toys on Saturday, December 18.  These are really fun ways to give back to your community!  This is a great way to get community service hours. See Mrs. Wilson if you have questions.
 
There is an opportunity for three counseling groups to form in the high school for any students that are interested. These groups will be provided free of charge, on campus, during the school day, by therapists from Ozark Healthcare.  A group provides a safe place for students to share their thoughts and feelings through activities, discussion, and support.  If you are interested or would like more information for one of the groups please see Mrs. Siler
1. Healing Hearts-Students dealing with grief and loss 
2. Go with the Flow-Students struggling with anxiety/stress issues
3. Healthy Relationships 
 
Are you in need of community service hours?? The YMCA has hours available for someone to work basketball gate or concessions on Saturday mornings in January and February.  If you need hours, please contact Mrs. Wiles as soon as possible so you can get on the schedule.
 
There will be a pink-out game on January 14, 2022. Lily Bolander and Caleb Ward will be selling shirts and bracelets from their website and have order forms available outside Mrs. Jenny's window. Order forms and online orders will be due by December 17th. Shirt sizes range from youth small to 3XL on their website. Turn in order forms to Mrs. Capeder. Come and support our school and breast cancer awareness! 

MIDDLE SCHOOL:
​Today          

• Breakfast-Mini Bagels, Cereal, Strawberries, Yogurt, Apple Juice & Milk
• Lunch-BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Broccoli, Doritos, Applesauce Cup & Milk

Boys Basketball-WS@Liberty, Away Game, Game starts at 5:30

Friday           

• Breakfast-Muffin, Oatmeal, Diced Peaches, Orange Juice & Milk
• Lunch-Popcorn Chicken, Fries, Beans, Pretzel Stick, Apple & Milk       

          
Bears for a better Christmas Giveaway will be held on December 18th.   Donations are being collected now. Donations may be dropped off at the MS Office.
 
Band Christmas concert will be Sunday December 12th at 2pm in Munford Gym.  Students will need to arrive at 1:30 to warm up.

HIGH SCHOOL:
Today (Maroon)
Girls Basketball at Van Buren 5:00 (Dismiss at 2:30)
Boys Basketball at Mansfield vs. Houston 7:30

• Breakfast - Mini Bagels, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Chips, Broccoli, & Fruit

Friday (White)

• Breakfast - Muffin, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Chicken, Fries, Beans, & Fruit

Hallway Music: 

• Today - Christmas Music
• Friday - Christmas Music 

 
4th Grade will be walking through and judging our door decorations during last block today! Be prepared and watch out for the Grinch!
 
Voting for the Food Harvest Door Decorating contests will end tomorrow.  So get those canned goods turned in and vote for your favorite door.  Winning door will get a hot cocoa and cookie party next Wednesday during their M2 Study Hall.  Make sure to keep track of your donations, I hear the Grinch has been making his rounds at school.  
 
Board Game Club meeting tomorrow, sign up with Mr. Wickens in room 101.
 
There will no longer be math lab after school on Monday's. Math Lab will only be after school Tuesday's - Thursday's.
 
Bear for a Better Christmas is looking for volunteers in grades 9-12!  The sign up sheets are in Mrs. Wilson's room.  We need help with toy shopping on Tuesday, December 14, marking barcodes, setting up the event Friday, December 17, and giving away the toys on Saturday, December 18.  These are really fun ways to give back to your community!  This is a great way to get community service hours. See Mrs. Wilson if you have questions.
 
There is an opportunity for three counseling groups to form in the high school for any students that are interested. These groups will be provided free of charge, on campus, during the school day, by therapists from Ozark Healthcare.  A group provides a safe place for students to share their thoughts and feelings through activities, discussion, and support.  If you are interested or would like more information for one of the groups please see Mrs. Siler
1. Healing Hearts-Students dealing with grief and loss 
2. Go with the Flow-Students struggling with anxiety/stress issues
3. Healthy Relationships 
 
Are you in need of community service hours?? The YMCA has hours available for someone to work basketball gate or concessions on Saturday mornings in January and February.  If you need hours, please contact Mrs. Wiles as soon as possible so you can get on the schedule.
 
There will be a pink-out game on January 14, 2022. Lily Bolander and Caleb Ward will be selling shirts and bracelets from their website and have order forms available outside Mrs. Jenny's window. Order forms and online orders will be due by December 17th. Shirt sizes range from youth small to 3XL on their website. Turn in order forms to Mrs. Capeder. Come and support our school and breast cancer awareness! 

MIDDLE SCHOOL:
​Today          

• Breakfast-Powdered Donut, Cereal,Diced Pears, Orange Juice & Milk
• Lunch-Mini Corn Dogs, Mac & Cheese, Carrots, Banana & Milk  

                     
Thursday     

• Breakfast-Mini Bagels, Cereal, Strawberries, Yogurt, Apple Juice & Milk
• Lunch-BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Broccoli, Doritos, Applesauce Cup & Milk         

Boys Basketball - WS@Liberty, Away Game, Game starts at 5:30

Today - There will be a Yearbook staff meeting in Ms. Tyler's room from 3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.December 8th.  Bring a snack to share if you would like.  Please let Ms. Tyler know if you cannot make it.
 
Bears for a better Christmas Giveaway will be held on December 18th.   Donations are being collected now. Donations may be dropped off at the MS Office.
 
Band Christmas concert will be Sunday December 12th at 2pm in Munford Gym.  Students will need to arrive at 1:30 to warm up.

HIGH SCHOOL:
​Today (White)

• Breakfast - Donut, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Mini Corn Dogs, Mac & Cheese, Carrots, & Fruit

Thursday (Maroon)
Girls Basketball at Van Buren 6:00
Boys Basketball at Mansfield vs. Houston 7:30

• Breakfast - Mini Bagels, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Chips, Broccoli, & Fruit

Hallway Music: 

• Today - Mrs. Lee's Birthday Playlist
• Thursday - Christmas Music
• Friday - Christmas Music

 
IMPORTANT: Students please check your email today for Bear Time options. If we go back to lunch in the Bears' Den in January, you will be assigned to a Bear Time in the new schedule. Today is the last day you can choose which Bear Time class you prefer. After today, we will assign a class for you. Respond to the email, if you have any questions.
 
FCCLA meeting in Mrs. Capeder’s room during lunch today.
 
Drama Club practice after school today at The Star Theater.
 
4th Grade will be walking through and judging our door decorations during last block tomorrow! Be prepared and watch out for the Grinch!
 
Voting for the Food Harvest Door Decorating contests will end on Friday.  So get those canned goods turned in and vote for your favorite door.  Winning door will get a hot cocoa and cookie party next Wednesday during their M2 Study Hall.  Make sure to keep track of your donations, I hear the Grinch has been making his rounds at school.  
 
Board Game Club meeting Friday, sign up with Mr. Wickens in room 101.
 
There will no longer be math lab after school on Monday's. Math Lab will only be after school Tuesday's - Thursday's.
 
Bear for a Better Christmas is looking for volunteers in grades 9-12!  The sign up sheets are in Mrs. Wilson's room.  We need help with toy shopping on Tuesday, December 14, marking barcodes, setting up the event Friday, December 17, and giving away the toys on Saturday, December 18.  These are really fun ways to give back to your community!  This is a great way to get community service hours. See Mrs. Wilson if you have questions.
 
There is an opportunity for three counseling groups to form in the high school for any students that are interested. These groups will be provided free of charge, on campus, during the school day, by therapists from Ozark Healthcare.  A group provides a safe place for students to share their thoughts and feelings through activities, discussion, and support.  If you are interested or would like more information for one of the groups please see Mrs. Siler
1. Healing Hearts-Students dealing with grief and loss 
2. Go with the Flow-Students struggling with anxiety/stress issues
3. Healthy Relationships 
 
Are you in need of community service hours?? The YMCA has hours available for someone to work basketball gate or concessions on Saturday mornings in January and February.  If you need hours, please contact Mrs. Wiles as soon as possible so you can get on the schedule.
 
There will be a pink-out game on January 14, 2022. Lily Bolander and Caleb Ward will be selling shirts and bracelets from their website and have order forms available outside Mrs. Jenny's window. Order forms and online orders will be due by December 17th. Shirt sizes range from youth small to 3XL on their website. Turn in order forms to Mrs. Capeder. Come and support our school and breast cancer awareness! 

MIDDLE SCHOOL:
Today          

• Breakfast-Cereal, Cinnamon Toast Crunch Bar,Banana, Apple Juice & Milk
• Lunch-Grilled Cheese, Tomato Soup,Corn, Grapes, Cheez-It Crackers & Milk  

Girls Basketball- WS vs Thayer, Home Game, Game starts at 5:30 p.m.
​
Wednesday 

• Breakfast-Powdered Donut, Cereal,Diced Pears, Orange Juice & Milk
• Lunch-Mini Corn Dogs, Mac & Cheese, Carrots, Banana & Milk          

          
8th Grade SLT: Please meet with Mrs. Cottengim right as lunch is over today! 
 
There will be a Yearbook staff meeting in Ms. Tyler's room from 3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday, December 8th.  Bring a snack to share if you would like.  Please let Ms. Tyler know if you cannot make it.
 
Bears for a better Christmas Giveaway will be held on December 18th.   Donations are being collected now. Donations may be dropped off at the MS Office.
 
Band Christmas concert will be Sunday December 12th at 2pm in Munford Gym.  Students will need to arrive at 1:30 to warm up.
 
8th grade students need to meet in the STEM Lab during Advisory.  You will be working with Mrs. Henry on your ICAP for high school.  Please do not delay in arriving at the lab. 

HIGH SCHOOL:
Today (Maroon)

• Breakfast - Breakfast Bar, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Grilled Cheese, Tomato Soup, Corn, & Fruit

Wednesday (White)

• Breakfast - Donut, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Mini Corn Dogs, Mac & Cheese, Carrots, & Fruit

Hallway Music: 

• Today - Christmas Music
• Wednesday - Mrs. Lee's Birthday Playlist
• Thursday - Christmas Music
• Friday - Christmas Music

IMPORTANT: Students please check your email today for Bear Time options. If we go back to lunch in the Bears' Den in January, you will be assigned to a Bear Time in the new schedule. You can choose which Bear Time class you prefer until Wednesday, December 8. After the deadline, we will assign a class for you. Respond to the email, if you have any questions.
 
Drama Club practice after school today & tomorrow at The Star Theater.
 
Interact Club meeting in Mr. Hummel’s during lunch today.
 
FCCLA meeting in Mrs. Capeder’s room during lunch tomorrow.
 
Voting for the Food Harvest Door Decorating contests will end on Friday.  So get those canned goods turned in and vote for your favorite door.  Winning door will get a hot cocoa and cookie party next Wednesday during their M2 Study Hall.  Make sure to keep track of your donations, I hear the Grinch has been making his rounds at school.  
 
Board Game Club meeting December 17th, sign up with Mr. Wickens in room 101.
 
Bear for a Better Christmas is looking for volunteers in grades 9-12!  The sign up sheets are in Mrs. Wilson's room.  We need help with toy shopping on Tuesday, December 14, marking barcodes, setting up the event Friday, December 17, and giving away the toys on Saturday, December 18.  These are really fun ways to give back to your community!  This is a great way to get community service hours. See Mrs. Wilson if you have questions.
 
There is an opportunity for three counseling groups to form in the high school for any students that are interested. These groups will be provided free of charge, on campus, during the school day, by therapists from Ozark Healthcare.  A group provides a safe place for students to share their thoughts and feelings through activities, discussion, and support.  If you are interested or would like more information for one of the groups please see Mrs. Siler
1. Healing Hearts-Students dealing with grief and loss 
2. Go with the Flow-Students struggling with anxiety/stress issues
3. Healthy Relationships 
 
There will be a pink-out game on January 14, 2022. Lily Bolander and Caleb Ward will be selling shirts and bracelets from their website and have order forms available outside Mrs. Jenny's window. Order forms and online orders will be due by December 17th. Shirt sizes range from youth small to 3XL on their website. Turn in order forms to Mrs. Capeder. Come and support our school and breast cancer awareness! 

MIDDLE SCHOOL:
Today          

• Breakfast-Donut, Cereal, Applesauce, Orange Juice & Milk
• Lunch-Chicken Quesadilla, Green Beans, Diced Pears, Strawberry Cup & Milk 

Boys Basketball-WS vs WP, Home Game, Game starts at 5:30 p.m.
Girls Basketball- WS @ Houston, Away Game, Game starts at 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday       

• Breakfast-Cereal, Cinnamon Toast Crunch Bar,Banana, Apple Juice & Milk
• Lunch-Grilled Cheese, Tomato Soup,Corn, Grapes, Cheez-It Crackers & Milk          

Girls Basketball- WS vs Thayer, Home Game, Game starts at 5:30 p.m.

Just a reminder: We are a no-gum campus. Period. There is a reason for this: 8th grade, there were several pieces of gum found stuck to lunch trays last week during your lunchtime. 
 
Pep Club Theme for Dec. 6 WS Boys vs West Plains is Maroon & White.
 
Bears for a better Christmas Giveaway will be held on December 18th.   Donations are being collected now. Donations may be dropped off at the MS Office.
 
Band Christmas concert will be Sunday December 12th at 2pm in Munford Gym.  Students will need to arrive at 1:30 to warm up.

HIGH SCHOOL:
Today (White)
Boys Basketball at Mansfield vs. Dora 7:30

• Breakfast - Donut, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Chicken Quesadilla, Green Beans, & Fruit

Tuesday (Maroon)

• Breakfast - Breakfast Bar, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Grilled Cheese, Tomato Soup, Corn, & Fruit

Hallway Music: 

• Today - Monday Motivation
• Tuesday - Christmas Music
• Wednesday - Mrs. Lee's Birthday Playlist
• Thursday - Christmas Music
• Friday - Christmas Music

 
IMPORTANT: Students please check your email today for Bear Time options. If we go back to lunch in the Bears' Den in January, you will be assigned to a Bear Time in the new schedule. You can choose which Bear Time class you prefer until Wednesday, December 8. After the deadline, we will assign a class for you. Respond to the email, if you have any questions.
 
Drama Club practice after school today, tomorrow, & Wednesday at The Star Theater.
 
Interact Club meeting in Mr. Hummel’s during lunch tomorrow.
 
FCCLA meeting in Mrs. Capeder’s room during lunch on Wednesday.
 
Attention all FBLA members.  Check your email.  All members need to sign up for their district competitive events through the shared spreadsheet or check with Mrs. Lee to get signed up, ASAP.
 
Bear for a Better Christmas is looking for volunteers in grades 9-12!  The sign up sheets are in Mrs. Wilson's room.  We need help with toy shopping on Tuesday, December 14, marking barcodes, setting up the event Friday, December 17, and giving away the toys on Saturday, December 18.  These are really fun ways to give back to your community!  This is a great way to get community service hours. See Mrs. Wilson if you have questions.
 
There will be a pink-out game on January 14, 2022. Lily Bolander and Caleb Ward will be selling shirts and bracelets from their website and have order forms available outside Mrs. Jenny's window. Order forms and online orders will be due by December 17th. Shirt sizes range from youth small to 3XL on their website. Turn in order forms to Mrs. Capeder. Come and support our school and breast cancer awareness! 

MIDDLE SCHOOL:
Today          

• Breakfast-Waffle, Cereal, Blueberries, Orange Juice & Milk
• Lunch- Sloppy Joes, Lettuce, Tomato, Apple & Milk 

Girls Basketball Game has been rescheduled

Monday       

• Breakfast-Donut, Cereal, Applesauce, Orange Juice & Milk
• Lunch-Chicken Quesadilla, Green Beans, Diced Pears, Strawberry Cup & Milk          

Boys Basketball-WS vs WP, Home Game, Game starts at 5:30 p.m.
Girls Basketball- WS @ Houston, Away Game, Game starts at 7:30 p.m.
 
Students: Today is National Santa Hat Day! Wear your Santa hat or Reindeer Antlers for the day! This does not include any other headwear such as ballcaps. 
 
Pep Club Theme for Dec. 6 WS Boys vs West Plains is Maroon & White.
 
Bears for a better Christmas Giveaway will be held on December 18th.   Donations are being collected now. Donations may be dropped off at the MS Office.
 
Band Christmas concert will be Sunday December 12th at 2pm in Munford Gym.  Students will need to arrive at 1:30 to warm up.
 
Congratulations to Bo Wilson - November's Character Strong Student of the Month.

All BearPaw recipients, please meet Mrs. Cottengim at her office at 2:50 today.

HIGH SCHOOL:
Today (Maroon)
Boys Basketball at West Plains 6:00

• Breakfast - Pancakes, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Sloppy Joes, Salad, Chips, & Fruit

Monday (White)
Boys Basketball at Mansfield vs. Dora 7:30

• Breakfast - Donut, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Chicken Quesadilla, Green Beans, & Fruit

Tuesday (Maroon)

• Breakfast - Breakfast Bar, Cereal, & Fruit
• Lunch - Grilled Cheese, Tomato Soup, Corn, & Fruit

Hallway Music: 

• Today - Mrs. Hatch's Birthday Playlist

 
All NHS members need to pay their dues and t-shirt money today.
 
Drama Club practice after school Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday at The Star Theater.
 
Interact Club meeting in Mr. Hummel’s during lunch on Tuesday.
 
FCCLA meeting in Mrs. Capeder’s room during lunch on Wednesday.
 
Attention all FBLA members.  Check your email.  All members need to sign up for their district competitive events through the shared spreadsheet or check with Mrs. Lee to get signed up, ASAP.
 
Bear for a Better Christmas is looking for volunteers in grades 9-12!  The sign up sheets are in Mrs. Wilson's room.  We need help with toy shopping on Tuesday, December 14, marking barcodes, setting up the event Friday, December 17, and giving away the toys on Saturday, December 18.  These are really fun ways to give back to your community!  This is a great way to get community service hours. See Mrs. Wilson if you have questions.
 
There will be a pink-out game on January 14, 2022. Lily Bolander and Caleb Ward will be selling shirts and bracelets from their website and have order forms available outside Mrs. Jenny's window. Order forms and online orders will be due by December 17th. Shirt sizes range from youth small to 3XL on their website. Turn in order forms to Mrs. Capeder. Come and support our school and breast cancer awareness!