High School Announcements

October 25, 2023   

  PANTHER PRIDE FOCAL POINT

There are a lot of things that are out of our control in life, such as; when or where you were born, your height, your hair color, certain physical characteristics, or even some individual talents.  But that doesn’t mean everything is out of our control! Here are 10 things that ANYBODY can do that take Zero talent, but will lead to you getting 100% respect.  Here they are;  1. Being on Time. 2. Work ethic. 3. Giving your best effort. 4. Positive Body Language 5. Bringing Energy. 6. A Positive Attitude. 7. Passion. 8. Being Coachable (that means taking feedback from people and doing something with it). 9. Doing Extra. 10. Being Prepared.  

All ten of these traits can be done by anyone at any time and the more you practice them, the easier they become.  Here’s your challenge, Look through them and choose one (or more) that you think you can improve on!  Have a great week and GO PANTHERS! 

Quote of the Week

“Anyone who says failure is not an option has also ruled out innovation.”

-Seth Godin

 

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS:    

SCHEDULE CHANGES FOR TERM 2 NEED TO BE MADE BY THE END OF THE DAY FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27TH.  PLEASE USE THE QR CODES TO SIGN UP FOR AN APPOINTMENT.  

HERE ARE THE QR CODES!

HATCHhttps://mr-hatch.youcanbook.me/

LEE: https://ms-lee.youcanbook.me/

  • BOWLING: there will be a bowling parent/student meeting this Sunday, October 29th at 5:00 pm in the high school media center.
  • GIRLS BASKETBALL: There will be a sign up meeting for any girl interested in going out for basketball on Thursday, October 26th in Ritchhart's room (431) after school.
  • WRESTLING: There will be an informational wrestling meeting after school Thursday, October 26th in Coach Spaurs' room for anyone interested in going out or being a manager. 
  • KHS DRAMA CLUB: is looking for creative students to be a part of our production and creative team. If you have ever been interested in learning and participating in the off-stage roles of theatre this is a great opportunity. Areas of interests include set and scenic design, costuming, makeup or hair design, props, sound and lights, and stage crew. If you are interested in being involved, or have questions, you can send a message to Knoxvillehsdrama@gmail.com or at auditions on November 7th
  • GIRLS WRESTLING: Knoxville shares a girls wrestling team with Pella and Pella Christian (with Pella being the host school and where practices/meets are located).  If any girls are interested in participating, please email Mr. Paulsen.  The first practice is Mon, Oct. 30 at 400 PM. 
  • KNOXVILLE REC SWIM: Any student interested in joining the Knoxville Rec Center Winter Swim Season Registration is OPEN from now, until Friday, November 10th for ages 6-18.
  • MUSICAL: Musical Auditions will be held November 7th from 3:30 to 7pm at KPAC, with callback held on November 8th at the same time. More information can be found at Knoxville Drama facebook page (knoxvillehsdrama) and question can be sent to knoxvillehsdrama@gmail.com

SILVERCORD:

Merry N County Christmas is looking for volunteers to helpSetting up displays & hanging Christmas lights at Marion County Park on Nov 4th and Nov 11th from 8 am to Noon each day. Help could be used on Nov 6th and Nov 10th, specific times will be determined at a later date.  If you are interested please contact Vanessa Szlachetka via email at   vanny_jo@yahoo.com

If you are not interested in setting up displays and lights, we will be seeking volunteer help during the event. This will entail greeting cars as they enter the park to hand out flyers, candy canes and collect donations. This will take place on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from Nov 17 - Dec 24 from 5:30 - 8:00.

 

COLLEGE/RECRUITER VISITS: 

Oct. 26th: University of Northern Iowa from 11:15-11:45.

Oct. 31st: Indian Hills from 1:20-1:50

 

ACTIVITIES:

Mon, Oct. 23            HS Choir Concert, 700 PM

Tue, Oct. 24             V VB - Regional Final @Eldridge (North Scott HS), 700 PM (Bus: 230 PM)

Wed, Oct. 25           FFA Blood Drive, 900 AM

Fri, Oct. 27              HS Student Senate - Trunk or Treat, 500 PM

Sat, Oct. 28             Dance Team - State Solo Competition @Nevada (HS), 748 AM (Bus: 530 AM)
                                V B CC - State Meet @Fort Dodge (Lakeside Municipal Golf Course), 245 PM (Suburban: 900 AM)

LUNCH: Stuffed Crust Cheese Pizza, Ranch Potato Wedges & Jello Cake. 2nd CHOICE: Mac & Cheese.