Important dates to know:
May 12 - Seniors' Patries w/Parents 6:30-8:00 a.m. @ Maize Recreation Center
May 18 - Senior's Last day
May 20 - Senior Parade 7:00 a.m. /Graduation practice 10:00 - 12:00 p.m.
May 21 - Last day of school!
May 23 - MHS Graduation 5:30 p.m. at WSU Koch Arena
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MHS Vocal Music Department Presents
Friday May 14 and Saturday May 15
7:30 PM
Maize High Auditorium
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MHS Spotlight
Wednesday, April 14 our high school bands went to East and performed at State Music Festival. The upperclassman band received 1, 1, 1. Our freshman band received 1, 1, 2. We think it was our best performance of the year. The upperclassmen band scored 74/80, 76/80, and 78/80 on the judges' sheet.
Overall it was a GREAT day for our school district and band program.
Saturday, April 10 we had seven small ensembles compete and two of them will advance on to State Small Ensemble Contest the April 24. We also had 11 soloists compete and 10 of them qualify to go to State. At State Large Ensemble Contest the students received two "II" ratings and one "I" rating. These ensembles earnedsome of the better ratings given in the orchestra performance room for the day.
Soloists
Evan Freeman -I rating
Melody Freeman - I
Matt Rensner - I
Katrina Gildemeister - I
Stephanie Rempel - I
Danielle Delamaide - I
Mary Maneth - I
Lauren McCafferty - I
Maureen McCafferty - II
Lauren Dunn - I
Kailey Utech - I
Small Ensembles
Violin Quartet - I rating (Evan Freeman, Dani Delamaide, Melody Freeman, Stephanie Rempel)
Violin/Cello Trio - I rating (Dani Delamaide, Lauren Dunn, Mary Maneth)
Sophomore Violin Trio - II rating (Adam Smith, Amber Dunn, and Matt Rensner)
Cello Quartet - II (Mary Maneth, Lauren McCafferty, Natalie Chabot, Forrest Weinheimer)
Viola Ensemble - honorable mention (Jessica Atkins, Katie McGee, Jordan Sherrod, Sabaa Anees, and Kylie Stamper)
Bass Trio - II rating (Samantha Russell, Maureen McCafferty, and Jared Harrison)
Traditional Quartet - II (Trisha Kahler, Christa Curtiss, Katrina Gildemeister, and Brandan Radford)
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Congratulations to the following students for winning awards at the KSPA State Journalism Contest Saturday, May 1:
Kim Cole, 2nd place in Yearbook Copy Writing.
Mary McDermott, 2nd place in Newspaper Design and Honorable Mention in Feature Writing.
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Kaylin Sangimino, junior on MHS debate and forensics team, received her recognition for being awarded Academic All American from the National Forensics League.
To be eligible, a student needs a letter of recommendation from a coach, and principal as well as meeting the following:
NFL All Americans are students nominated by their coaches who have met the following criteria:
· Earned the degree of Superior Distinction (750 points)
· Earned a GPA of 3.7 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent)
· Received an ACT score of 27 or higher, or SAT score of 2000 or higher
· Completed at least 5 semesters of high school
· Demonstrated Outstanding character and leadership Congratulations Kaylin! *************************
ARC of Sedgwick County
Presents anual awards to MHS students and teachers!  Sara Gilchrist and Matthew McClain Pictured left to right: Thea Harroald and Denise Hogan |
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MHS Administration
Mike Bonner, Principal
Dave Hickerson, Asst. Principal, Seniors
Beth Schmidt, Asst. Principal, Sophomores/Freshmen L - Z
Marc Haught, District Athletics/Activities Director
Should you need to get in contact with an administrator, please call the office at 722-0441.
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MHS Counseling Department
2009-2010
Lyn Burton-Brown, Director of Guidance
Merle Johnson, Students with the last name beginning with A-K
Geri Hickerson, Students with the last name beginning with F-L
Paula Bette, Students with the last name beginning M-R
Ron Buhrman, Students with the last name beginning S-Z
Should you need to get in contact with your student's counselor, please call the office at 350-2122.
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MHS
Business Professionals of America
Are you in need of a banner for a graduation or birthday party? Do you want to show your support for your student or athlete with a personalized bumper sticker? How about having a personalized plaque for a special award? MHS Business Professionals of America and DECA clubs have recently purchased new equipment to create posters, banners, plaques, and bumper stickers. These products are at a relatively low price and are a great way to help support BPA and DECA! Prices are as follows:
Posters: $10
Banners: $20
Lamination: $2
Plaque: $10 (8 or more: $8)
Decal: $1.50
Bumper Sticker: $3
For more information or an order form please contact Penny McAnulty at pmcanulty@usd266.com or 722-0441 (ext. 2182).
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A BIG THANK YOU!
Thank you to all the parents who helped make the Maize High Schools after prom so successful!!!
We appreciate your continued support!
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The Interview Skills results at the Business Professionals of America state conference in February issue were posted incorrectly and awards were not given to theose contestants who earned them. Congratulations go to Ashlee Burlie for placing 1st in this event and Whitney Pleming for placing 3rd. Ashlee will be representing Kansas and competing in this event at the National Leadership Conference in Anaheim, CA May 5-8.
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Bonner's Bulletin  It seems like the end of the school year has arrived too soon. It's been a busy time, with lots of activities taking place the last few weeks of the year. We've had athletic events, concerts, awards programs, prom and after-prom, a school play, and important assessments all taking place recently.
We have had to make a change in plans for the traditional senior parade, graduation practice, and picnic. Koch Arena is not available to us on May 19. Therefore, the parade, graduation practice, and senior picnic will take place Thursday, May 20. The seniors' final day in class will continue to be Tuesday, May 18.
We hope all seniors and their parents can attend the Pastries with Parents activity scheduled for May 12 from 6:30am to 8:00am at the Maize Recreation Center.
This year's commencement exercises are scheduled for Sunday, May 23 at 5:30 pm at Koch Arena on the Wichita State University campus. Campus High School's ceremony takes place before ours, so we ask that you do not arrive before 4:15 to give time for the parking lot to clear. Our graduates are to be at the arena at 4:30.
Community members, parents and employees are invited to participate in a resources review process from May 1-May 15, 2010. Please feel free to stop by the Education Support Center to review language arts novels we are looking to use in our secondary schools.
Don't forget students who would like to obtain credit early or need to make up credits are encouraged to enroll in summer school. All classes will be taken on-line. A computer lab will be available for students who need computer access with Office 2007 or a structured environment in which to complete their lessons. The deadline for enrollment is fast-approaching. Complete information is available in the counseling office.
Please remember that as you see your student's schedule over the summer, we are not making any schedule changes unless there is a clerical error, the student has not met a prerequisite, the student has failed a class, or the student wishes to academically strengthen the schedule. We will not be making any other changes. Before scheduling a meeting with the counselors to make a schedule change make sure one (of the above-mentioned reason) applies.
Our final day of school is Friday, May 21. Please remember it is a full day of school for our students. We have several activities that take place which makes it difficult to get messages to students. We ask that you not call your student out early that day.
Finally, I want to thank everyone for making this a terrific year and wish you a safe, enjoyable, and relaxing summer. See you in August!
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Important Dates
Information for seniors and parents:
Check out the link on the Maize High School web site for
GradTrak® by Graduation Images. This is the company that will be taking pictures at graduation on May 23. This company has an exciting offer for our 2010 graduates. They are offering students a $5 discount on any photo order over $25 when they register their email address prior to graduation. Please take advantage of this great offer.
May 12 - Pastries with Parents - sponsored by Halstead State Bank
May 18 - Seniors' last day of classes.
May 20 - A very BIG DAY!
- Parade - Starts at WSU West Campus at 7:00 a.m. The line-up will begin at 6:30 a.m.
- Graduation Practice - at WSU Koch Arena following the Parade from 10-12 p.m.
- Senior picnic - the senior picnic will be held at Maize High School football field and will start tentatively at 12:15 p.m. Hamburgers and all the trimmings will be catered by Eberly Farm.
May 21 - Last day of school
May 23 - Graduation at WSU's Koch Arena at 5:30 p.m.
* ALL SENIORS NEED TO BE THERE AT 4:30 P.M. *
Senior Parents - please read Senior Scenes available through the USD 266/Maize High website. This publication includes important dates, information and scholarship lists.
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2010 High School Summer Learning Academy Enrollment Open | |
Students in grades 9-12 who plan early graduation, need to make up credits, or need options for a more flexible schedule, can enroll in the Summer Learning Academy which will be offering courses online to students this summer beginning June 7, 2010. There will be two options for students who are interested in the summer academy.
Maize Online is an online program for any student in grades 9-12 who lives within the Maize district boundaries. They must have access to a computer, high speed internet access, be self-motivated, want flexible hours, and to work at a self-structured or accelerated pace.
The Blended Learning Academy will run from June 7 through June 25 and is designed for students who need to make up credits or need access to computer or a more structured environment. Computers with Office 2007 and an instructor/facilitator are provided onsite at Maize High School for all courses. Attendance schedules will be designed upon enrollment.
Enrollment information is available in the counselors' office or on the district website. The costs for courses are $200 per .5 credit hour, $400 for 1.0 credit.
Transportation will not be provided for any summer school course.
Courses available include:
English 9, 10, 11, Creative Writing, Practical Communications, Today's Literature
Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry
American History, World History, Economics, American Government, Civics, Psychology, Current Events, Sociology
Zoology, Biology
Computer Applications, Advanced Word Processing, Personal Finance, Web Page Design I, Spreadsheet/Database (ALL BUSINESS/COMPUTER COURSES REQUIRE OFFICE 2007)
Home Furnishings, Careers
Art Appreciation
PE Concepts
Driver's Education
Summer Learning Academy enrollment begins March 22 and runs through May 21. All forms and payments should be submitted to the finance office at Maize High School. Current eighth graders should submit their forms and payments to their middle school office.
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SUMMER DRIVER EDUCATION | |
The Maize School District will be offering two programs in driver education this summer; face-to-face and online. Both programs strive to prepare students in driver education to become knowledgeable and respectful of the law; to learn basic driving skills; and to develop a responsible attitude toward driving. The instructors will provide critical experience to students, involve parents in the process, and foster cooperative interaction with others in the driving environment.
Face-to-Face Driver Education:
Bookwork: June7 - June 18
Drives: June (possibly some drives in July)
Pass/Fail = .25 credit
Fee: $200
Online Driver Education:
Format: Online
Bookwork: 24/7
Driving: Scheduled through the instructor
Dates: May 20 - July 2nd
Pass/Fail = .50 credit
Fee: $200
To enroll in either course the student must live in the district; completed 9th grade; and be at least 14 years of age. |
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ONLINE ENROLLMENT COMING YOUR WAY IN JULY
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On July 1, 2010, the Family Access online enrollment portal will be opened on the district web page, www.usd266.com. You will fill out all of your 2010-11 enrollment information and transportation form on a secure site for each of your students. You will also have the ability to pay your fees online using your credit card or you will be able to mail in a check for your student's enrollment fees. Families who qualify for free and reduced lunches and complete the Waiver of Confidentiality form will have their fees waived if approved. Free and reduced lunch applications and the Waiver of Confidentiality form will be available on the district web page after July 19, 2010. If you believe you will qualify for free and reduced lunches, please complete the enrollment paperwork but do not submit your payment until your application has been processed. Watch your mailbox the last week of June for a letter that will contain login instructions to Family Access so that you can complete the enrollment process. The letters will also contain instructions to guide you through the process and will be sent to the address where the student resides. Enrollment paperwork will need to be completed online by July 15 in order for your student's information to be input into the school's database and for transportation to assign your student to a bus route. If you do not have access to the Internet, you may come to the district's Educational Support Center, 11611 W. 49th St. North, between July 1-15 during normal business hours to log in and complete the enrollment process. Questions? For fee-related questions, contact Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer Kathy Pfannenstiel, at 350-2024 or e-mail her at kpfannenstiel@usd266.com. For other questions related to enrollment, please send an e-mail to enrollment@usd266.com, and a district representative will contact you. |
WEDNESDAY EARLY DISMISSAL FOR ALL STUDENTS NEXT 2010-2011 SCHOOL YEAR | |
Beginning next school year, all students will be dismissed early each Wednesday in order for teachers to have time to meet in their Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). During PLC time, teachers participate in discussing curriculum, instructional strategies, data review, state standards and more.
This past school year, students in grades 6-12 started their school day 30 minutes late every Wednesday morning. "With more and more of our professional development days and training time diminishing each year, PLC time is even more critical for our teaching staff to improve instruction and impact student learning," said Associate Superintendent Marsha Beard. By moving the PLC time to the end of the day, all grade levels will be able to participate during a scheduled time each week.
Click on the link below for the schedule of 2010-11 school starting and ending times.
Buses will continue to run on the same tiered system. On Wednesdays, students will be transported home as soon as school is dismissed. Please plan accordingly for supervision of students who will arrive home earlier on those days. Pick- up and delivery locations for students being transported by school vehicle will be determined at the time of enrollment. Only one pick-up and drop-off location will be allowed at residential addresses or daycare provider addresses within school district boundaries.
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From the Registrars office: |
Seniors have received their Post-Secondary Plans/Final Transcript Request Form. Please ask your senior if they he turned his in. Every senior is required to indicate his plans for next year. We are also collecting final transcript request information. If we don't get this form, we can't send final transcripts out and those students will not have completed the admission process for their continuing education. If you will be moving this summer, please notify the office of the registrar as soon as possible at 350-2121 or lrankin@usd266.com . Did you know you can update basic student information through Family Access? To update phone numbers, email, and emergency contact information go to Student Information, Request Changes to My Child's Information (upper right area). This can be accessed any time of day or night, at your convenience! After June 1, all graduates may go directly to our online transcript request form under Maize High School at www.usd266.com . The tab is located on the left side of the screen. Once submitted we receive the information electronically and will fill the request. |
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| As we approach the end of term 4, it is very important to keep in mind that students are only allowed to have five absences in each block for the nine week term. It is the responsibility of the parent to call the attendance office to verify the reason for the absence. Absences excused by a parent are counted towards the number of allowed absences; however, if it is covered by a medical note it will not count against the student. So please remember to obtain a note from the doctor if your student misses school due to an appointment. Should you have any questions or concerns, please call the attendance office directly and speak with Pat Bobetsky at 350-2148 or Misty Dillon at 350-2110.
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Nurse's Corner
Health Matters - by Dana Desjardins MHS School Nurse
Things to Get Done before the Last Day of School |
Seniors!!! You need a copy of your immunizations for college
or any secondary school before you start next August!
The nurse's office is closed during the summer, so don't wait!
Call or email us today for a copy of your immunization
350-2123 or ddesjardins@usd266.com Medications, prescription and over-the-counter last day for parents to pick up for other Thursday, May 20, 2010, per Maize Medication Policy these will not be sent home with your high school teen. They will be disposed of on May 21, 2010, after school. Inhalers, epi pens and diabetic medications and supplies will be sent home with student per Maize Medication Policy. Copy of Immunizations last day to request May 21, 2010 Last on your list; have a great safe, and healthy summer!!!
Maize High School Nurse |
Immunization Requirements for the 2010 - 2011 School Year | |
Click the link below to access the imunization requirements for the 2010-2011 school year.
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Business Professionals of America (BPA) 2010 National Leadership Conference "Shoot for Success" | Top students from Maize High School will be attending the Business Professionals of America (BPA) 2010 National Leadership Conference, "Shoot for Success," in Anaheim, CA, May 5-9 2010. MHS chapter members will join over 5,000 other conference delegates from across the nation to participate in national-level business skills competitions, workshops, general sessions, and the national officer candidate campaigns and elections. Besides having the opportunity to excel, they'll experience the Anaheim area as they visit exciting sites.
"The conference will be the culmination of a school year's worth of business skills education and training which members of the local chapter of Business Professionals of America at Maize High School have received," said advisors Kim Horning and Penny McAnulty. MHS students attending the conference and their competitive events are:
Global Marketing Team: Abbie Bontrager, Anna Friesen, Sara Sheehan, Chelsey Regester
Presentation Management Team: Adrienne Bloomer, Lisa New, Katy Weidner
Small Business Management Team: Madison Snyder, Jessica Swaney
Graphic Design Promotion: Adrienne Bloomer, Allison Gettings
Interview Skills: Ashlee Burlie
Advanced Accounting: Blake Summers
Advanced Word Processing Skills: Carson Claybrook
PC Servicing & Troubleshooting: Eric Phipps
Computer Security: Eric Phipps
VB.NET Programming: Johnathan Nold
Advanced Interview Skills: Lisa New, Katy Weidner
Digital Media: Rod Cuestas, Max Massaglia
Prepared Speech: Ryan Higgins
Entrepreneurship: Tara Breiding
Banking & Finance: Whitney Pleming
The following students will also be honored as Torch Award recipients at a special recognition ceremony for their outstanding professional qualities and service to BPA: Adrienne Bloomer, Carson Claybrook, Lisa New, Tanner Redding, Blake Summers and Katy Weidner.
Business Professionals of America is a national organization for high school, college, and middle school students preparing for careers in business and information technology. The organization's activities and programs complement classroom instruction by giving students practical experience through application of the skills learned at school. Business Professionals of America acts as a cohesive agent in the nationwide networking of education and business and industry. BPA is contributing to the preparation of a world-class workforce through the advancement of leadership, citizenship, academic, and technological skills.
Business Professionals of America is assisted in this endeavor with financial support from corporations and companies including AICPA, Microsoft, Adobe, CIW-Certification Partners, WeSeed, Shell and South-Western/Cengage, who sponsor BPA's National Leadership Conference, and member career-building programs and scholarships. |
Spirit Central - Apparel/Bumper Stickers/Posters - For Sale |
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Maize Spain Travelers | |
Maize Spain Travelers are nearing the end of our fundraising efforts and are ready to take off for Spain!! We will depart from Mid Continent Airport on June 17 bound for Madrid, Spain!
Our travelers would like to invite you to take part in our last fundraiser - on Tuesday, May 11 On The Border will host another Give Back Night for our travelers! Dine between 4 and 9 p.m. and we will receive a percentage of your purchase! We have ONLY 41 jars of delicious Red Wheel Salsa left to sell - email adick@usd266.com if you would like to purchase a jar. Flavors include Hot, Medium, or Black Bean and Corn and the price is just $6 - delivery included! Hurry before it is all gone!
We would like to thank all of you who have been so generous in supporting our travelers this year. It is a daunting task to help 16 students raise almost $4,000 each for this immersion experience and we could NOT have done it without all of YOU!
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Lady Eagles HS Team Camps Volleyball Information/Registration Form | |
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Maize High School Lady Eagles Summer Basketball Program Information/Registration Form | |
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Sports Physical | |
SPORTS PHYSICAL DATES
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Times: Girls 8:30-10:00 am & Boys 10:00-11:30 am.
Location: Maize High School (Gym Entrance)
Cost: $20.00
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FACEBOOK SAFETY | | Feel free to take a look at some resources provided by Facebook. You do not have to be a member to access the sites on this page ... www.facebook.com/help/?safety ...and some of the information is very interesting. Information provided under "General Safety" and "Safety for Parents" would be good to share with students.
Did you know there are 400 million Facebook users? That number would make it equal to the 5th or 6th largest countries in the world. Yep, it's a HUGE network!
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Resource Review at ESC | |
Community members, parents and employees are invited to participate in a resources review process from May 1 - May 15, 2010. Please feel free to stop by the Education Support Center to review language arts novels we are looking to use in our secondary schools.
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Maize High School Mission Statement:
Teaching Effectively + Learning Successfully = Living Responsibly |
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