Teacher/Staff Shout Out

Do you think your child's teacher has gone above and beyond what you expected?

Did the school secretary help you take care of something?

Was the school nurse especially kind to your child when they got sick at school?

Does the bus driver always make your child laugh?

If you would like to send a "shout out" to a teacher or another school district employee to recognize their efforts and dedication to working with the students in our school district, we are providing a link below for you to do that.  It's always nice to hear something positive.

Post a "Shout Out" to a teacher, advisor, coach - past or present - who has made a difference in your life at TeacherShoutOut.com.

http://teachershoutout.com/

Dinner Theater Production

The Montesano Jr/Sr High School Drama Club will be performing "I Don't Have a Clue" at Dinner Theater performances in March.   Productions will be on Friday, March 4 and Saturday, March 5 at 6:30 pm.  On Sunday, March 6, they will be hosting a dessert matinee at 2:00 pm.  The door will open at 6:00 pm for the dinner theater performances.  Tickets will go on sale in February.  Mark your calendars for this always fun event!

2015 Food Bowl Silent Auction is Happening Now

Here you go :)

DONATE ONLINE TO FOOD BOWL

If you would like to donate to Food Bowl online, just click the link below.   The link will take you to the Bulldog Online Store where one of the selections is Food Bowl.

The Montesano Jr/Sr ASB and Montesano Food Bank thank you very much for your donation.

DONATE TO FOOD BOWL

2015-2016 Food Bowl Schedule of Events

The Food Bowl season has arrived. Once again, Montesano High School is competing against Elma High School to see which school can raise the most money and food to support our local food banks. Food Bowl begins Friday, December 4 and ends Tuesday, December 15.

Even more than last year, the need for food in our community is at an all-time high. Any support you are willing to give is greatly appreciated. Monetary donations allow the food bank to buy food at a lower cost.  It’s also more advantageous in the competition because each dollar is worth two pounds.  Your support of this worthy community event is very much appreciated.  

We have scheduled many events to help with raising money for Food Bowl that we think will be a lot of fun as well as help the Montesano Food Bank.  To see the calendar of events, please click on the following link:

Food Bowl Calendar of Events

Remember, the real winners are the Food Banks and everyone they help in our communities.   

2015 Food Bowl - Silent Auction

Silent Auction

JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL CONFERENCES

School conferences for the Jr/Sr High School are scheduled for Thursday, November 5.  These conferences are not scheduled but on a first come, first served basis.  If you are interested in meeting with your child’s teachers regarding their grades, please stop in between the hours of 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Report cards will not be mailed out but will be available on Skyward Family Access by Tuesday, November 3.

Because of school conferences, the Jr/Sr High School will have early dismissal at 12:20 pm on both Thursday, November 5 and Friday, November 6.

"It Came from a Book"

And the winner is ---

Montesano Jr/Sr High School Open House & Free Flu Shots

Open House at Montesano Jr/Sr High School will be on Wednesday, September 16 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm.  We encourage you all to come in and meet the teachers and to ask any questions you may have.

During the open house, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, flu shots will be available for free to anyone age 12 and older with proof of the following insurance policies:  Premera Blue Cross, Premera, Group Health, Lifewise, Health Net and Medicare.  The nurse is not contracted to take any state insurance (Apple).  You must bring a either a copy of your insurance card or the card.  Medicare cards are required, no copies.  Please bring ID as well.

For those who do not have any of the above referenced insurance policies, the cost is $30.  Only checks and cash accepted.

If students come without a parent, they will need to have a completed permission form (see link below to print) in order to receive a shot.  All students under 18 must have a form, even without a parent present.

Minor Consent for Flu Shot

First Day of School & Schedules

Welcome to the first day of school for the 2015-16 school year.  I would like to give you a couple of reminders before classes begin:

1. Check your skyward account and print your schedule. We are working hard to adjust class sizes and your students schedule may have changed. 

2. We are also looking at adding a math instructor after the start of the year so schedules may need to be altered again. We apologize for the inconvenience. We appreciate your patience in the create the best possible educational experience.

Library Media Center Art Contest

“It Came

from a Book”

Art Contest

Submission Guidelines

• ·  Create a piece of art inspired by the theme “It Came from a Book!”
• ·  Your artwork can be any type -  painting, drawing, sculpture, photography. 
• ·  The submitted artwork must fit within a square foot space. 
• ·  Submitted artwork must have a name or title and a description (on a full size piece of paper) of how “it came from a book”.
• ·  All Montesano Jr. Sr. High students can participate with one piece of artwork. 
• ·  All submissions must be original.

·  All entries are due in the Jr. Sr. High Library Media Center by the end of school day Thursday October 1. 

Prizes - Winners will be announced Monday, October 5. 

·  The winning artwork determined by the Jr. Sr. High staff will  receive a $25 gift certificate.

·  Honorable mention artwork will receive a $5 gift certificate.

Back to School

Students and parents welcome back to the 2015-2016 school year and a special welcome to the class of 2021. Here are some reminders as we get started this year. The office opens on August 24th. Students wishing to adjust their schedules should call the counseling center to set up an appointment.  Their number is 249-1636.

If you have questions regarding skyward logins and passwords or the registration process, please call 249-1635 and leave a message.  Lori and Jamie are checking messages and will return your calls. as soon as possible 

If you are new to our district, please go to "Admissions" and "New Student Enrollment" on the Jr-Sr High School Website.  After you complete this process, the registrar will get back to you after the office opens.

Seventh Grade Parents - We will have our seventh grade orientation on Wednesday, August 26th at 6:00 pm in the commons. Your student will have a chance to walk through their class schedule and practice locker combinations.   There will be a lot of valuable information given out that night to both parents and students.  We encourage you all to attend.

If you have other questions about sports start dates and other activities, please check the calendar for the high school and district office. 

Welcome Back!

2015-2016 Student Registration (current students only)

The new school year will be here before you know it.  Registration begins on August 1 through Skyward for all returning students.  Any new students should go to New Student Enrollment on the Montesano Jr/Sr High Website.

Letters were mailed home at the end of June giving you all the details regarding the registration process.  In case you have misplaced your letter, you may select the link here:  2015-2016 Registration Letter.

Enjoy the remainder of summer and we'll see you on September 2, 2015 for the first day of school.

Montesano's Girls Golf Team

http://www.graysharbortalk.com/2015/05/20/montesano-girls-golf/

FFA Plant Sale

Montesano High School FFA Annual Plant Sale

Fridays: 2:00 – 4:00 Saturdays:
9:00 – 12:00 Weekdays:
By Appointment (360)249-4041 

Come check out our large variety of plants, flowers, and hanging baskets!

We have Tomatoes, Marigolds, Geraniums, Petunias, Veggie Starts, Begonias and much more!

The Montesano High School greenhouse, 302 N. Sylvia Ave, next to the junior high gymnasium on the north end of the school.

All proceeds benefit Montesano High School FFA

2015-2016 Sports Physicals

If you're child is entering 7th grade and has an interest in playing sports at Montesano Jr-Sr High School, they will need a sports physical.  If your child hasn't had a sports physical in two years, they will need to have a new sports physical.  All physicals are valid for two years.  

The Athletic Department has scheduled sports physicals for Saturday, June 6 at Montesano Internal Medicine.  The hours are 8:30 am to 11:30 am and the cost is $20.  You may pay with a check or cash only.  No debit or credit cards will be accepted.  To schedule an appointment or if you have any questions, please contact Judy Vandinter at 360-249-1666.

End of the School Year is Almost Here

Graduation is scheduled for June 14, 2015 at 2:00 pm in the Bo Griffith High School Gym.   Before that, we have lots of activities scheduled and we encourage parents to help their kids stay on track and get plenty of rest, especially as the weather improves.  We just finished High School ASB Elections and are looking forward to the Jr/Sr Ball this Saturday.  SURE Club is hosting the "Every 32 Minutes" program this week to encourage kids to drive safe and not distracted.  Next week our Juniors will be participating in "Business Week."  This is a program where the Junior Class really learns about running a business with the help of local business leaders.  On Wednesday, April 29 we have the "Senior Panoramic Picture" scheduled for the Class of 2015.   On May 19, 20 and 21 ELA testing is scheduled for the 10th grade.  It is a graduation requirement that students pass these tests.

In addition to the above listed activities, we have lots of testing days, band & choir concerts, softball, baseball, track, tennis, golf, and powerlifting still to take place.  The first two weeks of June will be very busy with senior activities and end of year activities, as well as student recognition assemblies, and junior high "Fun Day."   For a full listing of events, please go to the Jr/Sr Calendar on the website.

It's Coming........."Spring Break-Out" FREE Lunches for all Montesano School District Students

The Montesano Church of God is hosting "Spring Break-Out" and providing FREE lunches to all Montesano School District students.  The Break-Out begins on Monday, April 6  and goes through Friday, April 10.  The hours are 11:30 am to 1:00 pm.  The Montesano Church of God is located at 317 E. Spruce Street.  If you have any food allergies, give them a call at 249-3242 and they will work to accommodate your needs.  The Church of God encourages all who are interested to come and join them for lunch and fun.  Please enter in the alley side door (follow the signs).