Bobcat Connection
Learning. Growing. Collaborating & Achieving @KrumHighSchool
September 12, 2016
Good afternoon, Bobcat Families.
We have had a great week at Krum High School. Our students have performed very well in extracurricular events and the classroom. Friday night our volleyball teams were victorious at home. We had many fans in the stands to support our girls. Thank you for your support.
Our football team played hard on the road and didn't quit. Although Sanger put the most points on the board, sometimes the true victory cannot be measured on a scoreboard. I was so proud of our students. Words cannot express the deep pride felt when looking into the stands and seeing everyone on their feet and supporting our team. It is wonderful to witness the synergy created by a "WE over me" mindset. Krum is a special place because of the dedication, loyalty, and pride you model.
On Friday our students received their progress reports for assignments taken during the first three weeks of the grading period. In addition, students were given a parent portal letter to take home so that you may check on their grades through our online grade book. Our teachers all have email addresses. Email is often the easiest form of communication should you have a specific question regarding your student's performance in a class. Please do not hesitate to contact your student's teacher at any time.
Next week is Homecoming week! We hope you will join us in celebrating the pride that comes from being a Krum Bobcat. We have a strong tradition of excellence and many reasons to celebrate! Whether you are a student, parent, alumnus, or community member, we hope you will join us as we celebrate "There's No Place Like Homecoming."
Bobcat Fight Never Dies!
Michelle Pieniazek
Krum Connection
Members of The Krum Connection staff are:
- Amelia Sprabary
- Mallory Stephens
- Madeline Murray
- Nicole Heraly
- Angela Lopez
- Karson Edwards
- Hailie Hernandez
- Aloana Good
- Angie Ramirez
- Jessica Scoggins
- Caitlyn Scott
- Jordan Overby
- Staff Advisor: Thomas Clay
Learning @KrumHighSchool
This week at a glance...
SEP 12 MON
- District 7 FFA Meeting @KHS
- Jr. Class Meeting
- NorTex College Fair
SEP 13 TUE
SEP 14 WED
- FACULTY MEETING
- SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
- HOMECOMING PARADE
- BONFIRE
SEP 15 THU
- KHS ART CLUB MEETING
- KHS JV TENNIS @ ARGYLE
- Project Grad Fundraiser at Mooyah's
SEP 16 FRI
- HOMECOMING PEP RALLY - 10:00 am
- KHS VOLLEYBALL PEASTER @ KRUM V 9 JVKHS BOBCAT FOOTBALL LAKE WORTH @ HOME-HOMECOMING
- JUNIOR CLASS SPAGHETTI DINNER
- HOMECOMING DANCE
SEP 17 SAT
Times are listed on the KHS Google Calendar
Excellence outside of the classroom...
Great Things are Happening at KHS!
Support Project Grad with Dinner at Mooyah's
Homecoming 2016
- Parade - Wednesday, September 14th at 7:30
- Bonfire - Wednesday, September 14th at 8:00 following parade
- Pep Rally - Friday, September 16th at 10:00 am
- Volleyball Game - Krum vs. Peaster at 4:30
- Junior Class Spaghetti Dinner - Friday, September 16th - 5:00-6:30
- Football Game - Krum vs. Lake Worth at 7:30
- KHS Homecoming Dance following game.
2016 Homecoming Royalty
Homecoming Week Dress-up Days
Senior Information from our Counselors...
SENIOR INFORMATION
College Entrance Exams: If you have not taken an ACT/SAT, please register online.
ACT National Test Dates: Deadline to register: Register at www.actstudent.org
September 10, 2016 August 5 $42.50 (with writing $58.50)
Otober 22, 2016 September 16
December 10, 2016 November 4
February 11, 2017 January 13
April 8, 2017 March 3
June 10, 2017 May 5
SAT National Test Dates: Deadline to register: Register at www.sat.org/register
October 1, 2016 September 1 $45.00 ($57 with essay)
November 5, 2016 October 7
December 3, 2016 November 3
January 21, 2017 December 21
March 11, 2017 February 10
May 6, 2017 April 7
June 3, 2017 May 9
4 Year College/University right out of High School: Ask your counselor for an information sheet or go on-line for entry requirements and application deadline. If you have a score on a college entrance exam that qualifies you for entry, apply. Do not re-test for entry. You must be accepted to be eligible to speak with the Financial Aid Officer. If the Financial Aid Officer tells you to re-test (to improve your scores for more scholarship money), retest at that time.
Community College: Open admission, meaning that you may enter if you test. You may
submit a college entrance exam (ACT/SAT), or TSI (locally administered entrance exam). Every community college is different. Contact admissions or look on-line for
required test scores.
Transfer Student: A student who completes 30 college credit hours (not including Dual Credit) at an institution of higher education, may transfer to another institution of higher education on their grade-point-average alone. They are not required to present high school transcripts, GPA, or test scores.
Register with NCAA: Students planning to participate in sports or cheerleading at the college level must register with the National Collegiate Athletic Association and meet eligibility requirements. For complete information, go to NCAA.org
Request a Transcript be sent to a College/University or Scholarship Program: Go to www.krumisd.net and click on Krum High School - Departments - Counselor Corner - Request a Transcript. Complete the form and submit it to our Registrar, Mrs. Morrow.
Apply Texas. Students may go to www.applytexas.org and apply to any Texas college/university. Be sure to keep your user name/password in a safe place. Counselors do not have access.
Housing for College. Some colleges/universities require all freshman to live in the dorms (except those that live in the community and commute). Some do not have a policy. You need to check out the housing on campus as soon as you apply. All deposits are refundable if you do not attend.
The University of North Texas will automatically accept all Krum High School graduates who are in the top 20% of the class. A representative of UNT will be on our campus soon to talk to all Krum seniors that would be interested in attending UNT, top 20% or not.
FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid
This is a form that students complete to apply for federal financial aid. Our government will determine your eligibility by your family income and what school you plan to attend. You may qualify for up to $5,815 in college grants. Complete this form now. The rules have changed and you no longer must wait until January of your senior year.
College For All Texans. This is a comprehensive website for financial aid for Texas students. Google: College For All Texans. Every parent/student should review this site. www.fastweb.com This website will serve as your personal secretary and match the information that you provide on a profile form to all national scholarships. They will then e-mail the scholarship information to you. This service is free. Be sure to change your profile every summer because there are scholarships for entering freshman students as well as graduate students. This is a web site that you will want to keep throughout your college career. There are several websites that will provide this service for you. Many are listed on the Counselor’s Scholarship Page.
Krum High School Scholarship Newsletter: Go to www.krumisd.net, click on Krum High School -Departments - Counselor’s Corner - Scholarships. Watch this space weekly - we will publish all scholarships that are mailed to our school as well as additional national scholarships. The “local” scholarships will not be announced until spring.
Create a College Folder: Keep all of your user names/passwords in your folder. Also document thenames of college personnel that you spoke with and the date of the conversation. Other things to keep in your College Folder: Test dates, Saturday Preview dates (for incoming freshman students), orientation dates, deadline for application, financial aid, housing, registration, etc.
Nortex College Fair. The Fair will be at Golden Triangle Mall in Denton on Monday evening, September 12, 2016 from 6:30-8:30. There will be hundreds of colleges, universities, technical schools and financial aid providers at the fair. Student should register at www.texascollegefairs.org and receive a barcode. Students should bring the barcode with them to the fair. By presenting the barcode to each representative, a student may receive the information from that school without the need to fill out a form at each table. Please go on line and take care of registration. Bring your parents with you to the mall on September 12th. It is a great opportunity to meet a representative from the school you plan to attend and pick up valuable information.
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FFA Members Fare Well at Fair!
Krum FFA had a great week at North Texas Fair and Rodeo. FFA members exhibited steers, breeding sheep, and market lambs. In addition, Krum Sophomore, Morgan Johnson served at the rodeo as a Junior Fairgrounder in the opening each night. Krum was well represented in the winner's circle. The results are listed below. Congratulations!
On Saturday, August 20, 2016 was the three ring Prospect Steer Show. This was an official showmanship show for the Texas Junior Livestock Association.
Showmanship Results:
- Intermediate Showmanship - Skylor Schertz, Champion Showman
- Senior Showmanship - Taylor Schertz, Champion Showman, Randie Newton, Reserve Champion Showman
Ring A Results:
- Skylor Schertz - Champion Simbrah
- Payton Schertz - 3rd place Angus
- Randie Newton - 2nd place Hereford
- Morgan Johnson - Reserve Polled Hereford
- Taylor Schertz - 1st place Charolais, Champion Maine Anjou
Ring B Results:
- Skylor Schertz - Champion Simbrah
- Payton Schertz - Champion Angus
- Randie Newton - 2nd place Hereford
- Morgan Johnson - 2nd place Polled Hereford
- Taylor Schertz - Reserve Charolais, Reserve Maine Anjou
Ring C Results:
- Skylor Schertz - Champion Simbrah
- Payton Schertz - Champion Angus
- Randie Newton - 2nd place Hereford
- Morgan Johnson - 2nd place Polled Hereford
- Taylor Schertz - Reserve Charolais, Champion Maine Anjou
Thursday August 25, 2016 was the Breeding Sheep Show. Results are as follows:
- Ross Sylvester had Champion Dorper Ewe Lamb, 2nd Place Southdown Ewe Lamb, and Champion Southdown Ram Lamb.
- Bryan Muckensturm had 3rd Place Southdown Ewe Lamb
- Caitlyn Muckensturm had Reserve Champion Medium Wool Ram Lamb.
On Saturday August 27, 2016 Krum FFA had another great day in the show rings.
Ring A Results:
- Julianne Lang had 2nd Place Lightweight Medium Wool Market Lamb
- Cailtyn Muckensturm had 4th Place Lightweight Medium Wool Market Lamb
- Ross Sylvester had 5th Place Heavyweight Medium Wool Market Lamb
Ring B Results:
- Caitlyn Muckensturm had 3rd Place Lightweight Medium Wool Market Lamb
- Julianne Lang had 5th Place Lightweight Medium Wool Market Lamb
- Ross Sylvester had 7th Place Heavyweight Medium Wool Market Lamb
We are very excited about this year and the success we will have in the show ring!! Congratulations to all exhibitors!
Austin North & Jaimie Jones
Caitlyn Muckensturm
Ross & Caitlyn
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The mission of Krum ISD is to offer a quality educational system that provides for the needs of all students, parents, staff, and community members.
Michelle Pieniazek, Principal
Bernard Lightfoot, Assistant Principal (A-K)
Lindsey Oh, Assistant Principal (L-Z)
Judy Smiley, Counselor (A-K)
Angela Borchardt, Counselor (L-Z)
Email: michelle.pieniazek@krumisd.net
Website: www.krumhs.net
Location: 700-a Bobcat Boulevard, Krum, TX, United States
Phone: (940) 482-2601
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