April 17, 2009 – May 1, 2009
Windthorst Independent School District
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April 17, 2009 – May 1, 2009
April 17, 2009 – May 1, 2009
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The junior class would like to thank all of those who made this year’s prom such a success. This includes the parents and relatives who donated their time, their homes, and their energy. Many parents provided us with materials at no cost, and we thank you very much. There would be no prom without you! We would also like to thank those who donated the use of their vehicles: Cletus Schroeder, Chuck Veitenheimer, Terry Johnson and Bobby Scheffe. They really set-off the theme and are so cool! Also we want to thank Postel Credit Union for use of their decorations, Jennifer and Gary Julian for their tables and chairs, Shelley Schlumpf for use of her table cloths, and David and Teresa Veitenheimer for the use of their tables. We really had a great time and memories that will last a life time. Thank you all! THE JUNIOR CLASS
ATTENTION FFA PARENTS and Community Members: If you would like to be part of an FFA Booster Club to support our FFA please attend this very important meeting at the Ag Shop on Wednesday, April 29th at 7:30 p.m.
PLEASE note that you need to have your cafeteria bill paid by Friday, May 15th. There will be NO CHARGING after that date!
Mark Your Calendar
Upcoming TMSCA (Texas Math Science Coaches Association) Meets
This is for 5th -8th grade students to compete in the areas of math, science, calculator and number sense.
April 18th—San Antonio for ones who qualified earlier for this state meet
Congratulations to the following students for placing at the District UIL meet at Midwestern State University on April 1 and 2, 2009.
Placing in the events were:
*Christian Curtin – 1st – Current Events and 3rd – Social Studies
* Ryan Berend – 2nd – Social Studies
*Mindy Schroeder – 2nd – Current Events
*Kinsey Steinberger – 3rd – Prose Interpretation
Justin Veitenheimer – 4th – Calculator
Blaine Berend – 4th – Social Studies
Kayla Schreiber – 5th - Spelling
Kelsie Berend – 6th – Editorial Writing and 6th – Ready Writing
Caleb Conrady – 6th – Science
*Social Studies Team – 1st Place- Members are Ryan Berend, Christian Curtin, Blaine Berend and Stephen Koetter.
* Current Events Team – 1st place – Members are Christian Curtin, Mindy Schroeder, and Harlee Vieth.
Number Sense Team – 2nd place – Members are Justin Veitenheimer, Bryce Humpert, Katie Meurer, and Leslie Schroeder.
A total of 7 students have qualified for the Regional meet in Abilene on April 25.
* - Regional Qualifiers
Congratulations on a job well done and thanks to all the students who participated and represented our school proudly.
Windthorst Track
Trojan Track team competes at District
Five athletes qualify for Area
The Windthorst Boys Track Team competed at the district meet in Seymour on Thursday April 9, 2009. The team place 5th with 52 points and qualified 5 athletes in 6 events for the Area meet to be held in Munday on April 16th. The results and places of all athletes are shown below. A finish of 4th place or better qualifies for the Area meet.
Bryce Humpert 4th 8oo meter 2:13.04
Zach Hise 1st 110 hurdles 16.04
2nd 300 hurdles 43.31
Ryan Berend 1st discus 155’8
4th shot 42’5
Austin Muerer 2nd 1600 relay 3:43
Tyler Berardi
Zach Hise
Bryce Humpert
Raul Andablo 7th 3200 meter 14.06
Marco Vargas 7th 800 meter relay 1:42.5
Tyler Berardi
Bryce Humpert
Austin Muerer
Manuel Solorio 8th discus 109’6
Lance Veitenheimer 8th shot 40’2
JUNIOR VARSITY DIVISION
Adam Lindeman 1st 3200 meter 13:26
1st 1600 meter 6:03
Isaac Bounds 6th 400 meter 1.07.66
Jaron Hilbers 1st discus 106.9
Tim Berend 6th discus 93.4
Spencer Veitenheimer 3rd shot 35.4
Lucas Veitenheimer 4th shot 35.3
FFA News
The Dairy Judging Team and the Farm Business Management Team is going to be competing at State this next week. We wish them the best of luck!
Dates to remember:
FFA Banquet – May 20th
Every Wednesday night open welding from 6:30p.m. To 8:30 p.m.
April 17, 2009 – May 1, 2009
Counselor’s Corner
Spectrum applications are now available. Spectrum is a program for sophpmores and juniors to obtain 6 college hours through MSU during the summer session. This program grants free tutition for these classes. The student is only responsible for travel and books. This is a competitive program to be admitted into. Applications can be picked up in Mrs. Tackett's office and are due by March 27th. If you have any questions about this program please call at 423-6679.
ACT Test Dates: Registration Deadline
June 13th May 8th
www.actstudent.org
SAT Test Dates: Registration Deadline
June 6th May 5th
www.collegeboard.com
The Texas Common Application is available at www.applytexas.org This one application may be used for any state universities and many 2 year colleges.
Windthorst School Code: 447592
College Days:
Hardin Simmons University- April 24th
Baylor University-Premieres- April18
Scholarship Search:
www.schoolsoup.com
www.fastweb.com
SCHOLARSHIPS:
The following local scholarship applications and guidelines are now available in Mrs Tackett's office:
St. Mary's
George Beaman
Catholic Life Insurance
St. Boniface
Howard Neeb
Michelle Berend Cannedy Memorial
Paul and MarySchenk Memorial
Head and Oliver Ranches
Head and Oliver FFA
Gary Johnston Memorial
Vernon College Employees Forum Scholarship- Application available at www.vernoncollege.edu/stafforgs/efindex.html
Windthorst Federal Credit Union-Applications are in Mrs. Tackett's office.
Wolf Insurance Agency- This is for seniors who have or whose parents have an insurance policy with Wolf Insurance. The drawing will be held on April 5th at their annual meeting. Applications are available.
Senior Junior Forum- This application is available in Mrs. Tackett's office and is for seniors attending Midwestern State University. The deadline is April 1st.
All Sports Booster Club Scholarship- Applications are available in Mrs. Tackett's office.
WINDTHORST BAND WINS TOP HONORS
The band at Windthorst set out on Wednesday, April 8, to achieve something that hadn't been done in six years: achieve a sweepstakes award at UIL competitions. There are three phases to a sweepstakes award: marching contest, concert contest, and sight reading contest. In order to achieve this honor, a band must receive First Division ratings in each of the three contests. And that is exactly what the band accomplished. The band, under the direction of Brian Beeson, got First Division ratings from all three judges in both concert and sight reading contests to earn the award. "I'm just so proud of the kids," said Beeson, who is in his first year as Windthorst Band Director. "They have worked very hard all year long to get better, and it's been a joy to see their hard work pay off."
The band now turns its sights on its Spring Concert, which will be held on Tuesday, May 12, at 6:30 pm, before it departs on May 14 to head for Branson, MO.
Calendar:
April 25 7th Grade band to BullFest/6 Flags
May 12 Spring Concert 7:00 p.m.
May 14-16 Varsity Band Trip to Branson
Thank you one and all for your continued support of our band program.
Attention Blood Donors!
The Windthorst High School Student Council will be holding a blood drive on Wednesday, April 22, from 9:00-2:30. The blood given in this blood drive will support the Texas Blood Institute. Anyone who is 18 years of age or older can donate, and 17 year olds can donate with a parent's permission. Even if you are not accepted to give blood on that day, all those who attempt to donate will receive a free check-up on all the vitals and the chance to participate in a study designed to detect the early stages of diabetes. You may call Ms. Coppage or any Student Council member if you have any questions or if you would like to sign up for an assigned time slot prior to April 22.
Student Council Members:
Whitney McCorkle, Blaine Berend, Alex Veitenheimer, Nicole Hoff, and Tanna Sales
Student Council Reps:
Bryce Humpert, Kinsey Steinberger, Blake Wolf, Peytan Teichman, Reagan Veitenheimer, Kelsey Hise, Tim Berend, and Kelsie Berend
Thanks to the following donations to our school:
WISD Library Fund
In Memory of Gene Mendez
James & Gwen Teichman
In Memory of Melissa Hilbers
Bobby & Sue Steinberger
In Memory of Lisa Veitenheimer
Leann Berend & WISD 2nd Graders
Non-Discrimination Statement: Windthorst ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission to or employment in its education program or activities. This is in accordance with Federal Law including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture policy. This explains what to do if you believe you have been treated unfairly: To file a complaint of discrimination or to receive a copy of the grievance policy of the district, please contact Windthorst Principal Jean Ashton at P.O. Box 190, Windthorst, TX 76389; or you may call (940) 423-6679 or fax (940) 423-6505. You may also write to the Office for Civil Rights, Dallas Office, U.S. Department of Education, 1999 Bryan Street, Suite 2600, Dallas, TX 75201, Telephone (214) 880-2459, Fax (214) 880-3082, TDD: (214) 880-2456, Email: