April 2, 2024
PANTHER PRIDE FOCAL POINT
You’ve heard of the “5 W’s” right? If not, here they are; Who, What, Where, When, and Why. Usually the 5 W’s can be used to write a thorough story, or find answers to something you want to know. But you can also use them as a guide for yourself. Here are the 5 W’s of life.
WHO: Who you are is what makes you special. Do not change for anyone.
WHAT: What lies ahead will always be a mystery. Do not be afraid to explore.
WHEN: When life pushes you over, you push back harder.
WHERE: Where there are choices to make, make the one you won’t regret.
WHY: Why certain things happen we will never know.. Take it in stride and keep moving forward.
Have a great week Panthers!
Quote of the Week
"It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are."
— E.E. Cummings
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS:
· 9th-11th grade students will report in their testing groups for Panther Time on Wednesday, April 6th and Friday, April 8th. Seniors will not have to attend Panther Time on these days.
· Want more information about the kindness challenge? Check out the video -> Our "Kind" of Panther
ISASP:
- We are asking students to charge their IPads every night so Ipads are fully charged for
- testing.
- Any students missing or being late for the test will be required to make up the tests.
- Students will test in an online format and the tests are untimed.
- No cell phones, smart watches, or electronic devices are allowed in the testing room.
- Seniors report to school at 10:00 AM Tuesday April 9th through Thursday April 11th.
PROM:
· Out of town date forms are now available for pick up in the front office. They are due back in the office by April 5th!
· Prom 2024 will be held April 13th. Information was sent out via Infinite Campus to all Juniors and Seniors. You must be a Junior or a Senior to purchase tickets and must list your date. The QR codes for Prom and After Prom are on the Information Sheet. Please read this sheet carefully, Prom expectations, routes, and details have changed from last year.
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
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.
SENIORS/SENIORS PARENTS:
· Seniors: It's Senior Salute time! Fill out this form (https://forms.gle/5cr9uzQmCWrV8CHX6) by April 4 at 3:30. Let Mrs. Keefer know if you have any questions!
· 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.
ACTIVITIES:
Mon, Apr. 1 JV B GF @Newton (Westwood Golf Course), 415 PM (Suburban: 250 PM)
V G SC @Pella Christian (HS), 530 PM (Bus: 400 PM)
JV/V B SC v. Oskaloosa @Knoxville (Randy Wilson Track), 600 PM
Tue, Apr. 2 V G/B GF @Osceola (Municipal Golf Course), 400 PM (2 Suburbans: 210 PM)
JV/V G TN v. Southeast Polk @Knoxville (Joel Tonda Tennis Complex), 415 PM
V G/B TR @Monroe (PCM HS), 430 PM (Girls Bus: 300 PM; Boys Bus: 300 PM)
Thu, Apr. 4 JV/V B GF @Pella (Bos Landen Golf Course), 1200 PM (2 Suburbans: 1040 AM)
MS B TR @Norwalk (HS), 415 PM (Bus: 240 PM)
JV/V B TN v. Centerville @Knoxville (Joel Tonda Tennis Complex), 415 PM
JV/V G TN @Centerville (City Park), 415 PM (Bus: 220 PM)
V G/B TR @Osklaloosa (Lacey Athletic Complex), 415 PM (Girls Bus: 245 PM, Boys Bus: 245 PM)
V/JV B SC @Albia (HS), 530 PM (Bus: 400 PM)
Fri, Apr. 5 JV/V B GF v. Pleasantville & Carlisle @Knoxville (Pine Knolls Golf Club), 415 PM
V G SC v. Ballard @Knoxville (Randy Wilson Track), 530 PM
Sat, Apr. 6 MS BD - SCIBA Large Group Contest @Knoxville (KPAC), 800 AM
V G TN @Des Moines (Saydel HS), 900 AM (Suburban & Car: 645 AM)
MS/HS SC @Ottumwa (Ike's Trap Range), 530 PM (Bus: 330 PM)
LUNCH: Chicken Strips, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Hot Roll W/ Butter. 2nd CHOICE: Mozz. Cheese Sticks