February 28, 2024
PANTHER PRIDE FOCAL POINT
Here’s a question for you, panthers. Do you take the time to enjoy the little things each day? It's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of assignments, exams, and extracurriculars. However, it's crucial to remember the significance of savoring the small moments that make each day special. Whether it's sharing a laugh with friends during lunch, appreciating a beautiful sunny day, or finding joy in a classroom discussion, these seemingly minor moments contribute to our overall happiness. Embracing mindfulness helps us cultivate a greater sense of gratitude and awareness, fostering a more positive and fulfilling high school experience. So I challenge you to take a pause from time to time and truly take in the little moments that add color to our daily lives. Have a great week Panther Nation!
Quote of the Week
“Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.”
― Robert Brault
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS:
- KNOXVILLE DRAMA DEPARTMENT: proudly presents Once Upon A Mattress, a hilarious retelling of the Princes And The Pea. Shows will be 7pm Friday March 1st, 7pm Saturday March 2nd, and 2pm Sunday March 3rd. Reserved tickets can be purchased at https://knoxvillehs.seatyourself.biz with general admission tickets at the door.
- FFA: Congratulations to all the members that competed at subdistricts last week. Karlie Pettyjohn competed in Job Interview and received a gold rating and advanced to districts; Audrey Wittenburg, Brianna Murphy, and Molly Anderson competed in Chapter Program and also received a gold rating and were alternates to districts; Riley Reid, Matthias VanWyngarden, Maddie Smith, Lainey Lint, Payton Kearney, RheaLynn Chiles, and Payton Smith competed in Conduct of Meetings and received a bronze rating; and Reese Agan competed in Creed Speaking and received a bronze rating. Congratulations to FFA member, Marley Larson for winning State in the Service Learning proficiency area on her Suicide Prevention Horse Show! She received a gold rating and advanced to Nationals!
- BOY'S GOLF: meeting for any boy interested in golf next Monday, March 4th after school in the Media Center.
- GIRLS' GOLF: meeting for any girl interested in golf next Tuesday, March 5th after school in the Media Center.
- TENNIS: Open court time for tennis is taking place after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Stop by to get some work in before the season officially starts.
- Want more information about the kindness challenge? Check out the video -> Our "Kind" of Panther
SILVERCORD:
- Knoxville Food Youth Initiative: Panther Pantry can use up to 3 students to help pass out food usually on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. You would be helping out at the high school's old concession stand from 9 am - 11:30 am. They are also needing help on Friday evenings. They need up to 2 students to help deliver food to families not able to come on pantry morning. Hours are from 4 pm - 6 pm. If you are interested in helping out please contact Verlin Goodyk by email at vgoodykvikesfan@gmail.com
- Food Bank of Iowa: is looking for volunteers to help with sorting and packing food donations to food pantries across Iowa. Volunteering at the Food Bank engages students in fighting food insecurity and is a lot of fun! We offer shifts on Wednesday nights (5-5) and some Saturdays, as well as weekday shirts. If you are interested in helping out please send an email to Pat Finan. pfinan@foodbankiowa.org
DRIVERS ED:
Any student interested in signing up for the spring drivers ed session please stop in the office to pick up a drivers form. Classes on Sunday, March 24th.
COUNSELING OFFICE:
If you are needing to meet with your counselor, remember to scan the QR codes outside the counseling office to set up your meeting. The counseling doors will remain locked so please check in the front office before walking through.
COLLEGE VISITS:
Mar. 20th: 11:15-12:15 in the commons.
SENIORS/SENIORS PARENTS:
- Jostens will be here Feb. 28th from 11-12-55 in the commons for you to pick up your graduation invites if you ordered them.
- Senior photos need to be turned in by March 31st to Mrs. Fleming.
- Please make sure to check your fees. Graduation cap and gown fee is due by March 1st and all other fees need to be paid before the end of April.
SCHOLARSHIPS: Your time in high school is winding down and we have a lot of community partners that would like to support you financially in pursuing your post secondary education. The scholarship window officially opened on February 1st, 2024. Most scholarships are due by March 1st, 2024 unless indicated otherwise. Your 2024 Community Scholarship Instruction sheet is linked for your convenience and includes more information about Knoxville Panther Scholarship Foundation (KPSF) and the Community Scholarships within it.
ACTIVITIES:
Mon, Feb. 26 HS BD - SCC Honor Band @Chariton (HS), 900 AM (Bus: 800 AM)
Fri, Mar. 1 DT - All-Iowa Honor Dance performing at Girls State Basketball Game @Des Moines (Wells Fargo Arena), 540 PM (Suburban: 315 PM Thursday)
Musical, 700 PM
Sat, Mar. 2 FFA - Districts @Des Moines (McCombs MS), 900 AM (Suburban: 720 AM)
DT - All-Iowa Honor Dance performing at Girls State Basketball Game @Des Moines (Wells Fargo Arena), 215 PM
Musical, 700 PM
Sun, Mar. 3 Musical, 200 PM
LUNCH: Stuffed Crust Cheese Pizza, Ranch Potato Wedges & a Brownie. 2ND CHOICE: Mac & Cheese.