-Students, please remember that the football games at Memorial Stadium and Spartan Field are school functions and all behavior guidelines will be enforced at all times during these games. Any inappropriate behavior displayed at these games will result in consequences that will be enforced by the administration of (Name of School). This includes behavior inside the stadium, as well as adjacent to the facility. All spectators are expected to remain seated during all games. Anyone standing or roaming about will be asked to sit in the stands, failure to comply will result in you being removed from the stadium. Failing to abide by the football stadium expectations may result in you being escorted from the stadium. If you are escorted from the stadium you will not be allowed to return to future games. Football games will conclude at approximately 9:15 p.m. Please make sure your ride, if needed, is at the stadium to pick you up at that time. Most importantly, we hope you and your friends have fun and enjoy the football games in District #186.

-Drama Club will meet Monday, October 16th in Room 244 after school until 4pm.  We'll be reading through the one act script, so please be there.  If you can't make it, let Mrs. Hutchison or Mr. Fisher know. 

-Wrestling will have open gym Wednesday and Friday directly after school in the North Gym until 5PM boys and girls are welcome.  Season officially will start November 6.  You must wear gym attire.

-Art club will meet on October 17th from 3:17 until 4:45 in room 235. We will be pumpkin carving!

-Open gym for girl’s basketball is being held on Monday’s, Wednesday’s and Thursday’s from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. See Coach Collins or Coach Daniel if you have any questions.

-Are you passionate about film and interested in exploring the rich and diverse world of African American cinema? Well, you're in luck! Registration for the spring 2024 semester of African American Literature is still open. The class is open to 10-12 grade students only. Don't pass up this opportunity to explore the fascinating world of African American film and to have a greater understanding of the impact that narrative in movies can have. If you have any questions about the course, please reach out to Mr. Jackson or your Assistant Principal for more information. 

-The Be Yourself Club invites faculty and staff to participate in our door decorating contest, celebrating Halloween, LGBTQ+ History Month, and Hispanic Heritage Month. We encourage teachers to pick one of the three themes to use when decorating your doors and collaborate with one of their classes to decorate their doors creatively. To be eligible for a chance to win a Halloween pizza party, please ensure your doors are fully decorated by October 25th. The judging criteria will consider creativity, skill, and effort put into the door decorations. Best of luck, and may the most outstanding door win!

-The Coalition for Racial Equity will be meeting after school on Tuesday, October 17th, from 3:30–4:15 p.m. in room 245. Please reach out to Mr. Jackson, Ms. Morrison, or Ms. Iaiennaro for more information. All are welcome to attend.

-Student Voice Team members, our next meeting will be next Tuesday, October 17th during 7th period. Our district leaders will be here as well for this meeting. 

-Now for a moment of silence. 

-Please Rise for the Pledge of Allegiance. 

"I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."

-And now it’s time for today’s welcoming ritual. Please take a minute to discuss your response with your class: Today is National Bullying Prevention Day! What role can YOU play in our school building to help eliminate bullying?