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help from teachers, Steeleville High School is trying something new this year. Starting the Wednesday after Labor Day the high
school will dismiss at 2:10 p.m. on Wednesdays for students meeting the following criteria:
- No unexcused absences or tardies for the previous week
- No disciplinary infractions during the previous week
- No zeros for class work or tests during the previous week
- Participated in all classes
- Teachers have not made a referral for the student to stay due to academic or behavior issues
They will be dismissed at 3:15. Buses will run at the normal school dismissal time (3:15). Students who are not required to stay are
welcome to stay and wait for the bus if they do not have another way home.
to stay and participate in enrichment activities which may be of interest to them. These activities will be announced on a weekly basis.
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(differences of each plan, terminology, and special education procedures) at
The event is free. For more information call social worker Sarah Higgins at 618-282-6251.
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(reasoning behind the behaviors, dos and don’t's, and medication and alternatives) at
The event is free. For more information call social worker Sarah Higgins at 618-282-6251.
It’s a new school year – which means it’s time to switch from that relaxed summer routine to the more hectic school routine.
Your teen’s schedule may be packed with school and other activities. But don’t think that your teen does’t want to spend time with you.
Research shows that teens actually “respect, like and admire their parents and enjoy spending time with them.”
Make the effort this school year to carve out more time with your teen. You can:
· Plan family meals – Plan a meal together. You’ll get a great meal and a great conversation
· Use car time – When driving to school, ball practice or the mall, turn off the radio and have a chat with your teen
· Look for “teachable moments” – Talk about underage drinking when you see a story about a car crash caused by
someone drinking and driving. Talk about violence, and better ways to solve problems, when you see a TV show that includes violence.
Studies show that teens who have positive relationships with their parents are more likely to do well in school.
The high school years can be challenging. At one time or another most students struggle with an assignment.
Remind your teen that the key is to work hard and keep trying. Say, “You can figure it out. Don’t give up!”
Want your teen to have a great year? Expect your teen to:
¯ Have a homework routine – same time, same place-that is followed every day.
¯ Avoid distractions – No cell phone or TV during study time.
Compliment your teen’s good work ethic!
Students who read for pleasure show better reading comprehension skills and are able to read more quickly.
They also do better in school. To get your teen started, suggest that he:
· Schedule at least 20 minutes of reading time every day
· Read mysteries, science fiction, action adventures, magazines and the newspaper
· Keep a reading log
· Visit the library
· Go online. The American Library Association (www.ala.org/yalsa) posts “Teens’ Top Ten” book lists
· Pick out a book you can read together. When you finish, talk and celebrate during a special meal
There may be a few teens who are naturally organized. But most need help to learn how to get it together-so they get to school on time, with the
books and homework they need. Answer the following questions yes or no to see if you’re helping your teen learn important organizational skills:
2. Does your teen have a place by the door for things that are going to school?
3. Does your teen break big projects into small parts and create deadlines for each of those smaller sections?
4. Does your teen schedule time for homework on the calendar along with her other commitments?
5. Does your teen check her planner again before bed so she knows what she needs for the next day?
¯ FBLA Meeting – during school
¯ Girls Golf Home – 4:00
¯ Boys Golf Home – 4:00
¯ Math League Meeting – during school
¯ Trapshooting Meeting – 7:00 in h.s café – for anyone interested in participating during 2010-2011 school year – parents and students should attend
¯ Science Club Meeting – during school
¯ Boys Golf
¯ Lifesavers Meeting – during school
¯ Boys golf away – 4:00
¯ FCCLA Meeting – during school
¯ Boys and girls golf at Okawville Tourn
The Smithsonian has an interesting site for 'Students,
' Visitors will find sections on 'Everything Art,' 'Science and Nature,' 'History and Culture' and 'People and Places.'
The Ideal Labs feature such activities as Smithsonian Kids where there are 'lots of fast, fun, cool, scary, patriotic, and beautiful things,
' Walking on the Moon, a 'journey back in time to experience the incredible Apollo 11 mission,' 'Secrets of the Smithsonian' where you can
'explore the riches of the Smithsonians collections, learn how to start your own collections, and see what kinds of things other kids collect.
' Here's 'a great place for browsing, research, or homework help!' You'll certainly want to check the other sections not directly related
to the Students section. This site is an excellent way to take advantage of one of the national treasures of the
Bureau of Land Management: Historical Photographs http://www.blm.gov/wo/st/en/bpd.html
The Bureau of Land Management has made available its collection of 100 years of historical photographs taken from 1890 through the 1980's.
Under the United States Department of the Interior, the Bureau is responsible for 'managing 262 million surface acres of
their natural resources primarily in 12 western states. The agency is also responsible for administering 700 million acres of subsurface mineral
estate throughout the nation.' "The historical database contains more than 3,500 historical digital images, some dating back more than a century.
These images document the nation’s westward migration and highlight the activities of the General Land Office and the Grazing Service,
which were later consolidated to form the BLM." Take a few minutes to browse the collection or go directly to specific images such
as 'covered wagons,' mining,' etc. Here's an interesting way to get a true picture of the American West!
The Lawn Institute - http://www.turfgrasssod.org/enter
The Lawn Institute has been helping to create a greener world for over 50 years. Whether you live in a northern climate, a southern climate
or somewhere in between, the Consumer Resources section has articles that will tell you what you need to know about the care of your lawn;
additionally, this section provides links to other lawn resources. There are also downloadable articles about lawn care. The Lawn Institute Newsletter
is designed to provide you with the latest news and updates pertaining to the turf industry. Now you really have no excuse for not 'keeping green!'
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“The best index to a person's character is (a) how he treats people who can't do him any good, and (b) how he treats people who can't fight back.”
- Abigail van Buren
“Achievement seems to be connected with action. Successful men and women keep moving. They make mistakes, but they don’t quit.”
– Conrad Hilton
“Anything I've ever done that ultimately was worthwhile initially scared me to death.”
- Betty Bender
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Jennifer R. Hagel, Principal
(618)965-3432
(618)965-3433 Fax