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February 2015

February 27

Applications are due today for any student who received an invitation to join the Beta Club.  The deadline for your dues has been extended to next Friday, March 6.   See Ms. Goode for more info.

Today is the last day to serve any detentions that were missed during the snow week last week.  If they are not served, they will turn into a day of indoor suspension.

Key Club: If you missed this week's meeting, please stop and get an agenda in the Key Club Office. We especially need help with scrapbook shifts the next two weeks. Also remember that orange and grapefruit orders are due next Wednesday.

Attention all National Honor Society Members:  There will be a mandatory meeting for all members on Thursday, March 5 in Ms. Morris' room (A79) at 8:00 am.  It is very important that you attend.

Beta Induction will take place this Sunday, March 1 at 3:00 in the MHS Auditorium.  We will also have our yearbook picture taken, so please dress business casual.  If you have a valid reason to miss it, you must let Ms. Goode know by Friday, since attendance is required for all Betas.  

It's time for the Class Penny Wars!  Donate your loose change during lunch to help your class win money for your Prom/SeniorFest account.  Also, the winning class reps will get to put a pie in the face of the losing class reps during halftime at the Faculty vs. Seniors basketball game next Friday, March 6.  All proceeds will be donated to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.  See a Beta member for more info.  

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February 26

Tomorrow is the last day to serve any detentions that were missed during the snow week last week.  If they are not served, they will turn into a day of indoor suspension.

Beta Induction will take place this Sunday, March 1 at 3:00 in the MHS Auditorium.  We will also have our yearbook picture taken, so please dress business casual.  If you have a valid reason to miss it, you must let Ms. Goode know by Friday, since attendance is required for all Betas.  

It's time for the Class Penny Wars!  Donate your loose change during lunch to help your class win money for your Prom/SeniorFest account.  Also, the winning class reps will get to put a pie in the face of the losing class reps during halftime at the Faculty vs. Seniors basketball game next Friday, March 6.  All proceeds will be donated to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.  See a Beta member for more info.  

Applications are due this Friday for any student who received an invitation to join the Beta Club.  Because of the recent cancellations, the deadline for your dues has been extended to next Friday, March 6; however, the applications still need to be turned in to Ms. Goode by this Friday.  See her for more info.

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February 25

Congratulations to Jessica Stein for receiving three FBLA Business Achievement Awards: The Future Award, Business Award, and the CSA Community Award for 50 Hours of Community Service.

Congratulations to Agnes Vigardt for receiving the FBLA Business Achievement Future Award.

Softball tryouts will begin today at 3:30 in the gym.  You must have a current physical on file to tryout.

There is a Key Club Meeting tonight at 8:00 in the Auditorium.

Beta Induction will take place this Sunday, March 1 at 3:00 in the MHS Auditorium.  We will also have our yearbook picture taken, so please dress business casual.  If you have a valid reason to miss it, you must let Ms. Goode know by Friday, since attendance is required for all Betas.  

It's time for the Class Penny Wars!  Donate your loose change during lunch to help your class win money for your Prom/SeniorFest account.  Also, the winning class reps will get to put a pie in the face of the losing class reps during halftime at the Faculty vs. Seniors basketball game next Friday, March 6.  All proceeds will be donated to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.  See a Beta member for more info.  

Applications are due this Friday for any student who received an invitation to join the Beta Club.  Because of the recent cancellations, the deadline for your dues has been extended to next Friday, March 6; however, the applications still need to be turned in to Ms. Goode by this Friday.  See her for more info.

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February 23

The Murphysboro Devil Bots competed very well last weekend at the Southern Illinois Skyrise Tournament. The team ranked 1st, 2nd, 4th, 6th, and 17th, won the tournament, and received two tournament finalist. The total team won the tournament Sportsmanship Award by displaying Murphy Pride while also shutting out Carbondale during the tournament finals. Wish the team luck this week as they head to Missouri to face tough competition for a State Championship on Saturday.

Softball tryouts will begin tomorrow at 3:30 in the gym.  You must have a current physical on file to tryout.

Please release the wrestling team at 1:45 today.

Those who are interest in joining FBLA can come to the meeting tomorrow morning at 7:45.

It's time for the Class Penny Wars!  Donate your loose change during lunch to help your class win money for your Prom/SeniorFest account.  Also, the winning class reps will get to put a pie in the face of the losing class reps during halftime at the Faculty vs. Seniors basketball game next Friday, March 6.  All proceeds will be donated to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.  See a Beta member for more info.  

Applications are due THIS FRIDAY for any student who received an invitation to join the Beta Club.  Because of the recent cancellations, the deadline for your dues has been extended to next Friday, March 6; however, the applications still need to be turned in to Ms. Goode by THIS FRIDAY.  See her for more info.

Beta Induction will take place this Sunday, March 1 at 3:00 in the MHS Auditorium.  We will also have our yearbook picture taken, so please dress business casual.  If you have a valid reason to miss it, you must let Ms. Goode know by Friday, since attendance is required for all Betas.  

There is a Key Club Meeting Wednesday night at 8:00 in the Auditorium.

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February 17

Any girls interested in trying out for softball should meet in the cafeteria during ELP on Thursday (2/19).  Report to your ELP for attendance and then go to the cafeteria.

Attention National Honor Society Members:  There is a very important meeting this Thursday, (2/19) at 8:00 am in Ms. Morris' room (A79).  Everyone must attend.  We will be discussing our induction ceremony that will take place on February 23rd.

The National Honor Society Induction Ceremony will be held on Monday, February 23rd at 6:00 pm in the auditorium.  All faculty and staff is invited.  NHS members need to arrive at 5:00 pm.

There is a Key Club Meeting Wednesday night at 8:00 in the Auditorium.

If you are interested in a chance to play Minute To Win It on February 20th at 2:30 in the gym, please sign up with Mrs. Geis OR there are sign up sheets outside of the front office and outside of Mrs. Geis' room (A62). The winning grade will win an afternoon movie at the Liberty Theater at a later date. Show the school what your class is made of! 

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February 13

Attention National Honor Society Members:  There is a very important meeting on Thursday, February 19th at 8:00 am in Ms. Morris' room (A79).  Everyone must attend.  We will be discussing our induction ceremony that will take place on February 23rd.

The National Honor Society Induction Ceremony will be held on Monday, February 23rd at 6:00 pm in the auditorium.  All faculty and staff is invited.  NHS members need to arrive at 5:00 pm.

If you are interested in a chance to play Minute To Win It on February 20th at 2:30 in the gym, please sign up with Mrs. Geis OR there are sign up sheets outside of the front office and outside of Mrs. Geis' room (A62). The winning grade will win an afternoon movie at the Liberty Theater at a later date. Show the school what your class is made of! 

Please be sure to turn in your course request form to the counseling office if you haven't done so.  

Seniors- Make sure to check our website regularly for new scholarships.  See your counselor if you have questions.

If anyone is interested in competing in the HS Business Skills at John A Logan, please see Ms. Scott.

Any Beta member interested in going to the Illinois State Convention needs to talk to Ms. Goode as soon as possible.  Deposits are due today.  (2/13)  Also, sign-ups are on the Beta Board for Induction and Pennies for Patients.  See Ms. G for more information.

If you forgot to turn in your course request form, please get them in to the counseling office ASAP.  

Key Club: A reminder that registration for District Convention and Leadership Conference is due today (2/13).

For anyone who is interested in trying out for next year’s cheer or dance teams, there  will be an informational meeting held on Tuesday, Feb 24th at 7:00 in the MHS cafeteria.  Parents are encouraged to attend.  

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February 12

If anyone is interested in competing in the HS Business Skills at John A Logan, please see Ms. Scott.

Permission slips and payment for the fan bus to Harrisburg on Saturday must be turned into the office by the end of the day today.  Seats are limited to 40 so get yours in early.

If you want a chef salad for lunch today, be sure to sign up on the sheet outside the exit door as you get your breakfast.

All Zoology clubs members need to attend the Friday meeting at 8am in room B5 because the group yearbook picture will be taken at that time.

Any Beta member interested in going to the Illinois State Convention needs to talk to Ms. Goode as soon as possible.  Deposits are due tomorrow.  (2/13)  Also, sign-ups are on the Beta Board for Induction and Pennies for Patients.  See Ms. G for more information.

 If you forgot to turn in your course request form, please get them in to the counseling office ASAP.  

Key Club: A reminder that registration for District Convention and Leadership Conference is due tomorrow (2/13).

Today is your last chance to order your Crush sodas during both lunch hours. They will be delivered on Friday Feb 13th. 

For anyone who is interested in trying out for next year’s cheer or dance teams, there  will be an informational meeting held on Tuesday, Feb 24th at 7:00 in the MHS cafeteria.  Parents are encouraged to attend.  

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February 11

All Zoology clubs members need to attend the Friday meeting at 8am in room B5 because the group yearbook picture will be taken at that time.

Key Club: the club yearbook picture will be taken today during ELP. Details will be announced that day.

Seniors, there will be a planning meeting this Thursday, Feb. 12 at 8:00 am for anyone interested in helping with the Baccalaureate. The meeting will be held in Mr. Boudet's room C-23.

Any Beta member interested in going to the Illinois State Conventoin needs to talk to Ms. Goode as soon as possible.  Deposits are due no later than THIS Friday, Feb. 13.  Also, sign-ups are on the Beta Board for Induction and Pennies for Patients.  See Ms. G for more information.

Key Club: A reminder that registration for District Convention and Leadership Conference is due on Friday, Feb. 13th.

Don’t forget to order your Crush sodas during both lunch hours. They will be delivered on Friday Feb 13th. 

If you forgot to turn in your course request form, please get them in to the counseling office ASAP.  

For anyone who is interested in trying out for next year’s cheer or dance teams, there  will be an informational meeting held on Tuesday, Feb 24th at 7:00 in the MHS cafeteria.  Parents are encouraged to attend.  

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February 10

Today is the last day to buy your valentine cookies during lunch!!

If you forgot to turn in your course request form, please get them in to the counseling office ASAP.  

Key Club: the club yearbook picture will be taken Wednesday during ELP. Details will be announced that day.

If you want a chef salad for lunch, please sign up with the cooks in the morning so they are able to make the correct amount of salads. 

There will be a Junior Class Prom Committee meeting tonight at 6:00pm in Mrs. O'Leary's room A-84.

Seniors: If you are interested in participating in senior choir during graduation, please give Mr. White your song ideas. 

Seniors, there will be a planning meeting this Thursday, Feb. 12 at 8:00 am for anyone interested in helping with the Baccalaureate. The meeting will be held in Mr. Boudet's room C-23.

Key Club: A reminder that registration for District Convention and Leadership Conference is due on Friday, Feb. 13th.

Don’t forget to order your Crush sodas during both lunch hours. They will be delivered on Friday Feb 13th. 

For anyone who is interested in trying out for next year’s cheer or dance teams, there  will be an informational meeting held on Tuesday, Feb 24th at 7:00 in the MHS cafeteria.  Parents are encouraged to attend.  

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 February 9

There will be a Junior Class Prom Committee meeting tomorrow at 6:00pm in Mrs. O'Leary's room A-84.

 Seniors: If you are interested in participating in senior choir during graduation, please give Mr. White your song ideas. 

 Seniors, there will be a planning meeting on Thursday, Feb. 12 at 8:00 am for anyone interested in helping with the Baccalaureate. The meeting will be held in Mr. Boudet's room C-23.

 Key Club: A reminder that registration for District Convention and Leadership Conference is due on Friday, Feb. 13th.

 Don’t forget to order your Valentine Sugar cookies and Crush sodas during both lunch hours. Both will be delivered on Friday Feb 13th. 

 For anyone who is interested in trying out for next year’s cheer or dance teams, there  will be an informational meeting held on Tuesday, Feb 24th at 7:00 in the MHS cafeteria.  Parents are encouraged to attend.  

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February 6

Students, the deadline to turn in next year's course request form is today! Please bring them to the counseling office.

Please turn in Red Devils Against Cancer shirt orders today to Mrs. Elwell.

Don’t forget to order your Valentine Sugar cookies and Crush sodas during both lunch hours. Both will be delivered on Friday Feb 13th. 

There will be a Junior Class Prom Committee meeting Tues Feb 10th at 6:00pm in Mrs. O'Leary's room A-84.

Seniors, there will be a planning meeting on Thursday, Feb. 12 at 8:00 am for anyone interested in helping with the Baccalaureate. The meeting will be held in Mr. Boudet's room C-23.

For anyone who is interested in trying out for next year’s cheer or dance teams, there will be an informational meeting held on Tuesday, Feb 24th at 7:00 in the MHS cafeteria.  Parents are encouraged to attend

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February 5

Seniors, there will be a planning meeting on Thursday, Feb. 12 at 8:00 am for anyone interested in helping with the Baccalaureate. The meeting will be held in Mr. Boudet's room C-23.

For anyone who is interested in trying out for next year’s cheer or dance teams, there  will be an informational meeting held on Tuesday, Feb 24th at 7:00 in the MHS cafeteria.  Parents are encouraged to attend.  

Come out tonight for our Lady Red Devils Senior night and cheer them on to a win against Benton.

Red Devils Against Cancer is hosting a Pink Out on Feb. 13, 2015 at the home basketball game against West Frankfort. We are selling Pink Out shirts. Pick up an order form from Mrs. Elwell or in the front office. Orders and money are due tomorrow by 4:00pm to Mrs. Elwell.  All profits benefit the American Cancer Society.  There will also be basket raffles and a t shirt quilt the night of the game.

There will be a Junior Class Prom Committee meeting Tues Feb 10th at 6:00pm in Mrs. O'Leary's room A-84.

The Juniors will be selling Valentine Sugar cookies with 3 choices of icing color during lunches. Cookies will be delivered on Friday Feb 13th. Cookies are $1.00 each.  Juniors- sign up on Mrs. O'Leary's door for Valentine cookies sales during lunches.

FBLA is selling "crush" sodas during both lunches for $1.00.  They will be sold February 2 - 12 and delivered during ELP on the 13th.

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February 4

There will be a Junior Class Prom Committee meeting Tues Feb 10th at 6:00pm in Mrs. O'Leary's room A-84.

The Juniors will be selling Valentine Sugar cookies with 3 choices of icing color during lunches. Cookies will be delivered on Friday Feb 13th. Cookies are $1.00 each.  Juniors- sign up on Mrs. O'Leary's door for Valentine cookies sales during lunches.

Red Devils Against Cancer is hosting a Pink Out on Feb. 13, 2015 at the home basketball game against West Frankfort. We are selling Pink Out shirts. Pick up an order form from Mrs. Elwell or in the front office. Orders and money are due Friday by 4:00pm to Mrs. Elwell.  All profits benefit the American Cancer Society.  There will also be basket raffles and a t shirt quilt the night of the game.

Students- if you are interested in applying for Health Occupations class next year, please attend an informational meeting today during ELP.  You MUST get a pass from the guidance office to attend. 

Attention all Betas!  Our next meeting will take place today after school in the library.  Be there to find out important information about Pennies for Patients, New Member Induction, and the Illinois Convention.

Key Club meeting tonight at 8:00 in the Auditorium. Agenda will include District Convention, Banquet/Lock-in, election of Class Directors plus oranges and grapefruit.

FBLA is selling "crush" sodas during both lunches for $1

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February 3

SENIORS:  Don’t forget the financial aid night tonight at 6:00.  Parents and students that need to complete the FAFSA are encouraged to attend.  Stop in the Guidance Office for more information.

Students- if you are interested in applying for Health Occupations class next year, please attend an informational meeting tomorrow (2/4) during ELP.  You MUST get a pass from the guidance office to attend.

Attention all Betas!  Our next meeting will take place tomorrow (2/4) after school in the library.  Be there to find out important information about Pennies for Patients, New Member Induction, and the Illinois Convention.

Key Club meeting tomorrow night at 8:00 in the Auditorium. Agenda will include District Convention, Banquet/Lock-in plus oranges and grapefruit.

FBLA is selling "crush" sodas during both lunches for $1.00.  They will be sold February 2 - 12 and delivered during ELP on the 13th.

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