MGJSHS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Important information for students, parents, and staff.
Wednesday, April 24th, 2024
IU HEALTH CAREER EXPLORATION-click below for more information, offered to 14+
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
- THE PARAMOUNT THEATRE SUMMER CAMP: The Paramount Theatre Centre and Ballroom is introducing 2 new programs, one this summer, the other this fall. Both will serve to pique interest in live theatre, first to understand and experience what is involved in learning and producing a live theatre performance for the stage, and second to attend and enjoy live children's theatre performance by professional companies in the beautiful confines of the Paramount Theatre. From June 17-28, 2024, the Paramount will be hosting its inaugural summer theatre camp. Students ages 10-18 are invited to take part in this for a nominal fee of $150 if registered before May 15th, and $175 if registered after. Each participant will receive all instruction, a tee shirt, and a daily afternoon snack. The session led by accomplished theatrical teachers will take place at the Paramount Theatre, 1124 Meridian St, Anderson, from 9am-4pm Monday-Friday. For more info click here
- PRAYER LOCKER: Just a reminder that there is a prayer locker for anyone interested in filling out an index card with a little prayer. It can be for yourself, a friend, family member, neighbor, whoever. Just take a card, write down your prayer and stick it in the slots in the locker. The locker can be found in C Hallway. Locker number 165!
- PARENTS AGAINST VAPING!: Parents against Vaping presents Dangers of Vaping: What Parents Need To Know In 2024. They are offering a FREE Virtual Presentation on May 14th, September 10th, and November 19th. Topics covered will be Understanding and recognize tobacco industry tactics targeting youth, explaining the dangers of nicotine e-cigarette/vaping, non-nicotine vapes, and other new tobacco products, the steps to protect youth and how to advise others to get involved and take action in their own communities. To register, click the link.
- HAZELBAKER LIBRARY: Join them every 3rd Tuesday night for different events!
- OUTSIDE FOOD: Just a reminder that there must be NO OUTSIDE ORDERED FOOD IN THE CAFETERIA!!!! (Example: McDonalds, Subway, Pizza) If you bring food in, you can take it to Student Services and eat it there.
UPCOMING COLLEGE/MILITARY REP. VISITS TO MG:
UPCOMING SCHOOL EVENTS:
- 4/25- Senior Trip to IWU for Etiquette Dinner
- 5/4- Prom at Bliss Barn, After Prom at Norwood Bowling Alley
🍎FOOD DISTRIBUTION🥫
GOBLIN GROCERY: May 2nd 3:30-5:30pm
Club News/Meetings
📢STUDENTS MUST CHECK IN WITH HOMEROOM BEFORE ATTENDING CLUB OR MEETINGS!
- YEARBOOK MEMBERS: Members will meet on Wednesday's and Friday's in Ms. Holmberg's room during A lunch/ 10-12 Homeroom
- CHAMPIONS TOGETHER:
- NJHS MEETING: Meeting will be Fri. 4/26 in Mrs. Doughty's room
- DRAMA CLUB CAST MEETING:
GRADES 7-8 ANNOUNCMENTS
- 2024 INDIANA SHERIFFS' ASSOCIATION YOUTH LEADERSHIP CAMP: The ISA, a nonprofit organization, will sponsor and provide Youth Leadership Camps for students currently in 7th or 8th grade, or 8th entering 9th grade. The camp will be comprised of Indiana sheriffs' deputies, department personnel, ISA staff and other volunteers. Camp activities will include, but are not limited to, law enforcement related displays, career-oriented, leadership skills, obstacle courses, swimming, marching and other recreational and sporting activities. There will be opportunities for discussion and personal contact with some of Indiana's finest law enforcement officers. There are two different sessions, one for northern counties, one for southern counties. Pick up an application in Student Services. DEADLINE FOR NORTHERN-JUNE 1ST, SOUTH- JUNE 15TH
- ATTENTION 8TH GRADE STUDENTS AND PARENTS: Washington, D.C. money is due, please contact Appian Tours if you have any questions. There is a mandatory meeting for all students and parents going at 5:30 on Wednesday, May 1st. The meeting will be in Ms. Doughty's classroom, A114.
GRADES 9TH - 12TH ANNOUNCEMENTS
ATTENTION CLASS OF 2025!!!!!! The deadline is QUICKLY approaching to get money and applications in for approval!!
- PAINTING OF SENIOR PARKING SPOTS 24-25 SCHOOL YEAR: The design form and the $20 MUST be submitted to Mrs. Buster for approval NO LATER THAN May 17th. Late applications will NOT be accepted. If you only want to reserve a spot and won't be painting, please indicate this on the application. We will be going out and choosing spots the last week of shcool during homeroom TBA on which day depending on weather and availability.
- PROM ANNOUNCEMENT: Reminder to purchase Prom tickets via the QR code found in the Junior and Senior hallways, as well as outside the cafeteria, Main and guidance offices and in Miss Mckinney's room. After prom forms need to be turned into Miss Mckinney no later than May 2, these forms are in her room. Must be signed by a parent! If your date does not go to our school or is under the age of 21 a dance form needs to be filled out/ background check ran (Mrs.Pulley can do these) and turned into Mrs. Pulley. One last reminder to vote for prom court that ends today at 3:10pm. We will Announce our Court April 24
- FREE SUMMER CLASSES THRU IVY TECH: Ivy Tech is offering a wide range of subjects to explore and college credits to earn. This is a fantastic platform for students to broaden their horizons, accelerate their academic journey, and gain valuable skills for their future. All expenses, including tuition, textbooks, and course fees, are covered. High School students may take ANY class (course placement and prerequisites still apply) There is no cap to the number of classes that may be taken. Students can reach out to Mrs. Northcutt or Mrs. Hodson for any questions. Or may email directly to Katelyn Green at kdunham8@ivytech.edu
- FASFA UPDATES: Click this link for updates from the Indiana Commission for Higher Education.
- ONLINE COURSES OVER SUMMER: Any student in 9th, 10th, or 11th grade who is interested in taking online courses over the summer should register using this link. Students who want to take dual credit courses over the summer will register through a different process. This is only for those taking credit recovery or regular level courses. If you have any questions please email Mrs. Northcutt or Mrs. Hodson.
- PROM TICKETS: Prom tickets are on sale Thru May 3rd. Tickets are $30 per person and will be sold during B lunch. They are being sold via QR code. Any student who leaves before lunch, may see see Mrs. McKinney at any time throughout the day to purchase tickets! Any student wishing to bring someone outside of MG, must fill out a Dance Request form. They are located outside Student Services!
- IVY TECH: Ivy Tech will be here every Wednesday to answer and questions or concerns. They will be in Mrs. Hodson's room.
- RISING JUNIORS AND SENIORS: Rising juniors and seniors interested in pursuing certifications that have fees associated with them now have the opportunity to apply for a scholarship to cover the costs. This includes cosmetology and certifications that are outside of the standard certifications that MG already covers. If you are interested in learning more contact Mrs. Hodson. If you want to apply for a scholarship use this link.
STUDENT SERVICES ANNOUNCEMENTS
SPORTS INFORMATION
SPORTS PHYSICALS: Madison-Grant Athletic Department will be offering an in-house physical on Thursday, May 2nd for 7th-11th grade student athletes. Physicals will run from 1030-3pm. This will replace the traditional "physical night" that we typically have in summer in late July. Physicals are $20 and a Final Form was sent out to all athletes parents. If they did not receive one, please talk to Mrs. Pulley in the Main Office to pick up a form.
ALL SPORTS PASSES will be sold online ONLY again and will be good for admittance to all home regular season junior high and high school athletic competitions. Passes are currently for sale on the MG Athletic Department website at www.mgathletics.com under TICKETS & PASSES.
Track & Field HS
- Fri. 4/26 Grant 4 @ Mississinewa 5pm
JH Track & Field
- Thurs. 4/25 @ Eastbrook vs Black/RJB/Eastbrook 5pm
- Sat. 4/27 CIC 10am
HS Softball
- Thurs. 4/25 @ Oak Hill 530pm
- Sat. 4/27 Grant 4 @ Mississinewa 10am
JH Softball
- Thurs. 4/24 vs Oak Hill 530pm
- Fri. 4/26 @ Northwestern 6pm
HS Baseball
- Wed. 4/24 vs Tipton V-5pm JV-7pm
- Thurs. 4/25 @ Oak Hill 5pm
- Sat. 4/27 Grant 4 @ Mississinewa 9am
JH Baseball
- Wed.. 4/24 @ Hamilton Heights 530pm
- Sat. 4/27 @ Northwestern 1230pm
- Tue. 4/30 vs Alexandria 530pm
Boys Golf
- Thurs. 4/24 @ Etna Acres vs Southwood 430pm
Girls Tennis
- Thurs. 4/25 vs Mississinewa 5pm
- Fri. 4/26 vs Anderson 5pm