Dear Parents / Guardians,
This letter is to inform you about the Wabash Community Unit School District #348 breakfast program. Wabash District #348 has a breakfast program like our lunch program. Breakfast is provided by the kitchen staff at all schools. Breakfast is $1.00 and is served from 7:20 a.m. until 7:53 a.m. Please tell your child about our breakfast program. We look forward to seeing them.
In compliance with federal law and the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) policy, this institution is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
Thank you, Wabash #348 Kitchen Staff
Seniors:
The WVC FAFSA Completion night has been rescheduled for Monday October 28th.
MCHS FBLA members are selling Pura Vida bracelets. They are $6 a bracelet with two colors to choose from. The bracelets will be delivered in 4-6 weeks. All proceeds will be used to pay for conference expenses. Find a MCHS FBLA member to order!
Parent Teacher Conferences:
In order to better accommodate the parents of our students the Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on October 22 & 24 from 4-7 p.m. The signup procedure is:
1. Parents may call the Guidance office at 262-8886 or may stop by during
school hours (7:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.) to make appointments. Students
may also set these appointments up for their parents in the Guidance Office
at the school. Parents or guardians can email Chris Pitzer cpitzer@wabash348.com .
2. An appointment schedule for each teacher will be kept in the school guidance office.
Appointments will be 15 minutes in length with a short break in between each one.
3. There is no deadline for sign-up; however, the sign-up procedure will be on a
first come-first serve basis.
4. Parents are encouraged to sign-up for appointments prior to 4:00 P.M. on
Monday October 21.. This way, an appointment schedule can be furnished
to each teacher in order to properly prepare for their upcoming conferences.
5. Parents who cannot attend a conference on these scheduled dates are encouraged to
contact individual teachers for appointments on other dates or send an email.
Seniors:
DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution offer several different scholarships through their online site: https://dar.academicworks.com
Juniors and Seniors: A representative from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale will be available October 14 at 10:30 to meet with students interested in SIU-C. If you are interested, please sign up in the Guidance Department.
9th - 12th grade: DAR Christopher Columbus Essay Contest. Title of Essay " A Sailor's Experiences as Part of Christopher Columbus' First Expedition to the Americas" Due December 2, 2019. Entry forms available in the Guidance Office.
Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) student results will be coming home for all students in 4th - 9th grade today, October 1st.
Seniors: If you need assistance filling out the FAFSA form for financial aid WVC is offering a FAFSA Completion Night. It will be Monday October 7th at WVC Main Hall room 205 from 5:00pm-7:00pm.
**Seniors and Parents of Seniors: Today is the first day you can fill out the FAFSA online. Mrs. Paddick has given seniors information needed for filling out the FAFSA. Go to fafsa.edu.gov Please fill out by October 31, 2019 as some financial aid is first come first serve.
Seniors and Juniors:
A representative from the University of Southern Indiana (USI) will be at MCHS Today September 30 at 2:30 in room 301. If you are interested in U.S.I.., please sign up in the Guidance Office. The sign-up binder is on Mrs.Paddick's door.
Marching Aces take 1st Place 3A Trophy, 1st Place Drum Major, 1st Place Percussion and prestigious Miss D Crowd Appeal Award in the Newton Marching Eagles Band Classic. Go Aces!
This is a reminder that all school registration fees need to be paid by the end of October. You have 3 options to pay on- line, mail, or bring to office. If you have a question please call the school. The negative balance is the amount due to bring your account back to $0.
Seniors:
A congressional nomination is required for students wishing to enter the U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY; the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD; the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, CO; and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY. Successful applicants will have a broad academic background, the ability to pass a physical aptitude test, and strong leadership potential.
Students may find the Congressional application online at shimkus.house.gov/services/academy. The application must be returned to Shimkus' office by November 1, 2019. In addition to applying with his office, students MUST also complete applications online with each academy they are interested in attending.
YEARBOOK SALE! There are a few extra 2019 High School Yearbooks if anyone wants to purchase one. They are $50, cash or check only and may be purchased in the MCHS Art Room. There are also 2018 Yearbooks available for sale at $25.
Seniors:
Jason Ile Memorial Scholarship: The Jason Ile Memorial Fund recipient must be a graduating senior from the class of 2020 who takes getting behind the wheel seriously. The recipient must have a clean driving record and be a student in good standing with no failing grades.
Applications are available in the MCHS Guidance Office.
The application and all other requirements must be submitted to the Guidance Office by Friday, April 24, 2020.
Freshmen:
Giveback is a scholarship opportunity that partners with respected universities and colleges in Illinois to give students the opportunity to attend school at little or no cost for tuition, standard fees room and board. Giveback selects scholarship recipients early---in the ninth grade---in order to prepare them for college. Once selected, the scholars are paired with a qualified mentor to assist the student in staying on track, reaching successive goals, and navigating the complexity of college preparation. Students with special circumstances, such as homelessness, foster care, or an incarcerated parent, are strongly encouraged to apply.
More information and brochures are available in the Guidance Office.
Lots of Movie Stars graced the halls today! Movie Character Day. Go Aces!
Mrs. Witsman's classes created Snapchat filters for Homecoming. Savannah Ammon's design was selected among her peers. There will be a filter available during the game and dance. Please make sure your phone and app are updated to view the filter. Have a great Homecoming! Go Aces!
Mount Carmel High School Varsity Football game originally scheduled for Friday, September 27th with Marquette Catholic has been RESCHEDULED. The game will be played on Saturday, September 28th at 6:00 pm. Gates will open at 4:00 pm