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Volume 5 | Issue 2 | August 31, 2015
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E-Newsletter of Simon Kenton High School
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Greetings!
We hope you enjoyed the long weekend!
CONGRATULATIONS, MR. ARCHER!
One of our art teachers, Matt Archer, won "Best in Show" and $500 for his entry into the recent Xavier University Educator Art Show. For more information and a picture of his award-winning table, see this link. Charity Harrier is also a featured artist in the same art show.
MAPS TESTING WINDOW IS SEPTEMBER 10 - OCTOBER 2
INFO FROM THE ATTENDANCE OFFICE
Students may pick up a NO PASS / NO DRIVE form in the attendance office during 5th or 6th period with teacher permission only
Parent notes, doctor notes, early dismissals and bus notes may be turned in at the half-door from 7-10:30 AM daily. Please remind your students to turn in all notes to the attendance office.
PIONEER T-SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE @ THE CONCESSION STAND DURING TUESDAY'S LADY PIONEERS SOCCER GAME. Let's fill the stands and show our support for the team's efforts this season. Spread the word . . . fillthestands
PARENTS . . . we still need your help.
If you want to help with picture day this Friday, 9/11, please contact Tiffany Burris.
The SK PTSA (Parent-Teacher-Student Association) still needs parent involvement with upcoming events. The commitment is small -- only 4-5 meetings throughout the school year, as well as other activities like PTSA events supporting SK. Contact Tara Snellings (859.816.3818) if you would be willing to help.
PARENT-TEACHER OPEN HOUSE
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
4 - 7 PM
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School Picture Day is Friday
Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors . . .
Picture Day will be Friday, 9/11
- All students must be photographed to be included in the yearbook. No one is obligated to purchase pictures.
- Please avoid wearing green.
For school picture package information, click here. |
Homecoming 2015
Around the World
It's almost time for homecoming! Here's what you need to know . . .
The theme is AROUND THE WORLD. Everyone participating in the parade is asked to decorate as a country or famous landmark from around the world.
HOMECOMING CANDIDATE MEETING Tuesday, 9/8 in the LMC.
SPIRIT WEEK 9/14 - 9/18. Monday - America Day Tuesday - Twin Day Wednesday - Tacky Tourist Day Thursday - Throwback Thursday - The 90s Friday - Blue & White Day
HOMECOMING PARADE Thursday, 9/17 All parade policies are on the SK Web Page. Participants arrive no later than 5:45 PM at the Summit View Academy campus. Parade begins @ 6:30 PM. NEW THIS YEAR: Walking clubs and sports not on a float will meet at Independence Christian Church and join the parade from there. Parade forms must be filled out in advance and given to Miss Lewis in Room 141. No student drivers for floats or candidates.
POWDERPUFF GAME Thursday, 9/17 immediately after the parade in the Chlorine Menefee Football Stadium. Admission is $2 for students and $3 for adults. Any junior or senior women interested in playing must have a physical on file and must have filled out the appropriate paperwork available from Miss Hoerlein in Room 207. Meeting will be on Thursday, 9/3 during SKORE.
HOMECOMING DANCE Saturday, 9/19 @ the Northern Kentucky Convention Center from 8-11 PM.
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Student Council
Student Council will meet the first and second Thursday of every month throughout the school year in the Library Media Center from 2:40 - 3:30.
The first meeting is Thursday, 9/3. ALL grades are welcome. See Miss Hoerlein in Room 207 if you have questions.
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Pioneer Pride Needs YOU!
Homecoming is coming up and Pioneer Pride is looking for interested students to contribute ideas and help plan Homecoming.
The group will meet weekly in Room 207 until Homecoming.
See Miss Hoerlein in Room 207 for more information.
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New Teacher Feature: ANGELA ZOELLER
[We will be introducing our new teachers weekly in Simon Says.]
ANGELA ZOELLER has joined the SK math department after recently teaching at Sacred Heart Academy in Louisville. She is originally from Bracken County. Her husband, Rob, is a new teacher next-door at Kenton Elementary and coaches the women's soccer team.
"My favorite thing about teaching is seeing students' eyes light up when they finally 'get it,'" said Zoeller. "That will never get old!" She also added that she is in her 16th year of teaching math.
"I am excited to be a part of the Pioneer family in the math classroom," said Zoeller, "and cheering on our Lady Pioneers soccer team, and all of the other sports -- but especially the soccer team."
WELCOME TO SK, MRS. ZOELLER |
Cross Country Update
Congratulations to the women's and men's cross country team for a great season opener at the Grant County Invitationals.
Members of the Women's varsity team were:
Sophia DeLisio 2nd
McKenzie Lachmann 7th
Meridith Hiles 12th
Megan Buckner 34th
Anja Arlinghaus 48th
Michaela Dukes 60th
Alexa Sholler 80th
The men's team also ran at Grant Co. with an impressive showing by Kyle Mastin finishing 6th.
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Men's Golf Update
The men's golf team improved their record to 4-3 with a win over Walton-Verona 172-200. Senior Michael Murray shot a personal best even par 36. He has medaled in 6 of 7 matches. Other notable scores were Bobby Cole and Bostin Richards with 45s and Matt Sprague and Bryson Starks with 46s.
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 SK Sweeps the President's Cup!SK swept Scott to regain / keep possession of the President's cup!
The varsity men's team won in very dramatic fashion. Scott varsity boys soccer is the defending state runner-up and has held the cup for several years. The SK men, however, played very well and won in the 2nd round of a shoot-out when the last shooter, junior Francesco Abbinante, buried a PK to seal the victory. Senior Addision Edlebrock made a save on the previous Scott kicker to give SK the chance to seal the victory.
The women's JV and varsity also won to complete a sweep of the Scott Eagles.
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Bowling for the upcoming 2015-2016 season will begin tryouts on 10/1. More information will be out soon from Coach Hampton.
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Counseling Corner
COMMUNITY SERVICE
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY
NORTHERN KENTUCKY TEEN COURT
2015-2016 PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT
The Northern Kentucky Teen Court will be back in session on Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at 6 PM and is looking for local high school students to participate in this exciting program. Sessions are held each Tuesday through April 19, 2016 at the Campbell County Courthouse [330 York Street; Newport].
A division of District Court, Teen Court enables local high school students from Boone, Campbell and Kenton Counties to experience the wheels of justice first-hand. Student participants serve in all roles of the court system - prosecuting attorney, defense attorney, and juror - with Campbell County District Judge Karen Thomas, Campbell County Circuit Court Judge Fred Stine, and local practicing attorneys presiding over the court proceedings.
Actual juvenile offenders are referred to the court for sentencing by a Teen Court Jury - a true jury of their peers - and represented and prosecuted by members of the Teen Court. Students who participate in the Program will develop more sophisticated communication styles, as well as improved problem solving, critical thinking, and other valuable skills.
In an effort to avoid conflict with school activities, Teen Court training and court sessions are held in the evening. Student participants are required to attend all six (6) training sessions, as well as the actual court sessions that occur a maximum of twice a month.
The time spent in Teen Court can be used to fulfill community service requirements and also helps to build an exciting and comprehensive resume for college applications. There is no cost associated with participating in Teen Court.
REQUIREMENTS TO PARTICIPATE IN TEEN COURT:
1) Must be in grade 9 through 12, at least 13 years of age and not over 18 years of age;
2) Must attend all six training sessions and the swearing in ceremony unless excused by Teen Court Coordinator;
3) Must commit to an academic year of service starting in October and ending in April.
Please contact Campbell County Chief District Judge Karen Thomas's office at 292-6322 if you have any questions.
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Winter Guard Update
Interested in joining the gold-medalist winter guard? The team needs new members! Join us for a great opportunity to make new friends, develop new skills, and participate in competitions! Practices will be held after school on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays November-March. Contact Ms. Slusser in Room 209 for more details.
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Interested in Future Problem Solving?
See Mr. Girard in Room 313, if interested in joining the FPS team. Practices will start in late September or October. |
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Monday, 9.7
LABOR DAY
No School
Tuesday, 9.8
Pioneer Pride
Room 207
2:30 PM
Teen Leadership Club (TLC)
Room 130 | 2:40 PM
Academic Team Quick Recall
Room 313 | 2:45 PM
Women's Golf
v. Conner @ Kenton Co.
Cheer Practice Cafeteria | 3:30 PM
Women's Soccer (JV)
@ Walton | 5:30 PM
Men's Soccer (JV)
@ Shelby Co. | 6 PM
Men's Soccer (Varsity) @ Shelby Co. | 7:30 PM
Volleyball Tri-Match v. Scott @ SK 5:30 (Fr) | 6:30 (JV) \ 7:30 (V)
Women's Soccer (Varsity) @ Walton | 7 PM
Wednesday, 9.9
Faculty Meeting Day
FR Men's Basketball Practice Gym | 2:45 PM
Men's Golf v. Conner
Cheer Practice Cafeteria 3:30 PM
Football (Freshman) @ Scott | 6 PM
Women's Soccer (JV) v. Notre Dame @ SK | 5 PM
Women's Soccer (Varsity) v. Notre Dame @ SK | 6:30 PM
Thursday, 9.10
Academic Team Quick Recall Room 313 | 2:45 PM
Cheer Practice Cafeteria | 3:30 PM
Volleyball
@ Williamstown 6 PM (JV) | 7 PM (Varsity)
Men's Soccer (JV) v. Grant Co. @ SK | 6 PM
Men's Soccer (Varsity)
v. Grant Co. @ SK | 7:30 PM
Friday, 9.11
UNDERCLASSMEN
PICTURE DAY
FR Men's Basketball Practice Gym | 2:45
Bridge Tailgate Party
5 PM
Football (Varsity) v. Dixie @ SK | 7 PM
Saturday, 9.12
Cross Country @
Cheer Practice Cafeteria | 8 AM
JV Football @ Dixie | 10 AM
Volleyball (JV
Cupcake Classic @ Highlands
Women's Soccer (Freshmen) @ Notre Dame | 11 AM
Men's Soccer (Varsity) @ Hopkinsville | 4 PM
Sunday, 9.13
Men's Soccer (Varsity) @ Hopkinsville either 11 AM or 1 PM
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