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February Newsletter
Message from Principal Keevin O’Neill
VHS Families:
First and foremost, I want to thank each and every one of you for your support of Vicksburg High
School. It is a privilege to work with your children on a daily basis. So thank you for your
dedication and involvement in your child’s education; it makes a huge difference! The first
semester of the 2016-2017 school year is in the books and we are looking forward to a great
second semester.
Winter Homecoming Week begins February 6th. Please encourage your child to participate in dress
up days, assembly games, and the “Penny Wars” to benefit the Leukemia Lymphoma Society.
Our vision at VHS is for all our students to become college and career ready and the following
belief statements are used to guide us to reach this mission.
1. All students can learn at high levels, regardless of poverty, social status, and/or family
circumstances.
2. Students learn in different ways and within different timeframes.
3. Mistakes are expected, inspected, and respected.
4. When students don’t learn the way we teach, we will find ways to teach the way they learn.
5. Assessments provide feedback that influences teaching and learning.
6. Students can and will take responsibility for their learning. Students have ownership and
vision for their education.
My door is always open and I welcome your comments, questions, or feedback at anytime. I hope
to see you at VHS in the near future. Thanks for all you do.
I leave you with a quote:
“Working hard for something you don’t care about is called stress. Working hard for something
you love is called passion.”
-Simon Sinek
Enjoy your day,
Keevin
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February 2017
DAILY MENU
VICKSBURG
HIGH SCHOOL
LUNCH MENU
Food Service Director
Maureen Ouvry: 321-1031
BULLDOG
COLD BAR
Served with choice of fresh fruits &
veggies.
(Located in the Bulldog Express)
1
NEW! Country Fried Pork Chop –
Bacon Cheeseburger
2
Pepperoni Bites –
NEW! Grilled Chicken Sandwich
3
Chicken Quesadilla – Fish Sandwich
6
Garlic French Bread – BBQ Loco Chicken
7
Corn Dogs – Spicy Chicken Sandwich
8
Orange Chicken – McVic
9
Pizzeria Pizza – Deli Combo Sub
10
13
14
Winter Homecoming! GO DAWGS!
Chicken Fries – BBQ Rib Sandwich
LATE START! Popcorn Chicken –
Hot Ham & Cheese
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Pizza Calzone – Philly Cheese Steak
15
Buffalo Tenders – Pulled Pork
16
Stuffed Crust Pizza – SW Loco Chicken
Breakfast - $1.25
Lunch - $2.50
Meals include a
choice of protein,
grain, vegetable, fruit,
and milk.
BULLDOG
HOT BAR
Monday – Pasta Bar
Tuesday – *Nacho Bar
Wednesday – *Taco Bar
Thursday – *Nacho Bar
Friday – Potato Bar
*Black Beans or Refried Beans Offered
Monday – Sandwich Bar
Tuesday – *Salad Bar
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Wednesday – *Salad Bar
20
Thursday – * Salad Bar
Friday – *Wrap Bar
21
Chicken Quesadilla – McVic
22
Parmesan Chix Sand. – Beef Steak Burger
Baby Carrots
Grapes
Cold Bars Include: Romaine Lettuce,
Carrots, Cucumber, Broccoli, Black Beans,
Tomato, Garbanzo Beans, Celery, Green
Pepper, *Ham, *Chicken
23
Lasagna – Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Broccoli Florets
Bananas
24
Flatbread – Italian Combo Sub
Celery
Apples
27
Ham & Cheese Calzone –
Bacon Cheeseburger
Melon
Oranges
28
Dutch Waffle – Chicken Sandwich
Beef Quesadilla – Grilled Chicken
Sandwich
Presidents’ Day
Chicken Nuggets – BBQ Rib
VARIETY OF FRESH FRUITS
& VEGGIES OFFERED DAILY
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Important Dates
2/10– Choir Festival (3:00 pm - 9:00 pm in PAC)
2/6—2/10– Homecoming Week
2/13– Late Start (9:38 am)
2/28– Parent-Teacher Conferences (5:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
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Math Student of the Month
Amanda Walther has been selected by Mrs. Walton as the Math
Student of the Month.
“Amanda scored a 95% on her AP Statistics exam. She is a very
conscientious, self-motivated, and hard working student. She pays
attention to detail, asks questions, and retains the information, too!
Great job Amanda!”
-Mrs. Walton
Name: Amanda Walther
Class: Senior
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Business Student of the Month
George Richards has been selected by Mr. Wills as the Business
Student of the Month.
“George does a fantastic job at every position he works for the School
Store to help keep the Snack Shack running smoothly. George is an
excellent employee who comes to class every day with a positive
attitude and does whatever is asked of him.”
-Mr. Wills
Name: George Richards
Class: Junior
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Health Student of the Month
Jesse Bowen has been selected by Mrs. Thole as the Health
Student of the Month.
“Jesse is such an intelligent young man and adds a new level of
energy to health class! But beyond that, and more importantly,
Jesse is kind, polite, and an overall great kid and student. Jesse’s
thoughtful and insightful participation adds such a higher level of
energy and education to Health Class; it really makes him ‘stand
out’ and easily earn STUDENT OF THE MONTH.”
-Mrs. Thole
Name: Jesse Bowen
Class: Senior
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English Student of the Month
Caleb Wilcoxson has been selected by Mr. Smith as the
English Student of the Month.
“Caleb has had tremendous improvement in writing skills. He
works very hard in class and works very well in groups. Caleb is a
nice contribution to our positive atmosphere in my class.”
-Mr. Smith
Name: Caleb Wilcoxson
Class: Sophomore
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Senior of the Month
Emily Crawford has been chosen as Senior of the Month
by Mrs. Ragotzy for her many different dedications to the
school. Emily has a 3.8 GPA, is an active member in band and
NHS, and she enjoys art. Outside of school, Emily likes to
hang out with her friends outdoors.
Name: Emily Crawford
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Foreign Exchange Student of the Month
What do you like most about the U.S.? Vicksburg?
Sunniva likes the people and the culture.
What’s your favorite school subject?
She enjoys art.
What is your new favorite food in the U.S.?
She could not decide on a favorite since she likes them all.
What are your hobbies and interests?
Sunniva enjoys running and doing art.
How is the U.S. different from your home country?
People are always more open.
Name: Sunniva Solbakken
Class: Senior
Country: Norway
Hosts: Kelley Family
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“VICKSBURG DECA PERFORMS WELL AT DISTRICT CONFERENCE”
On Friday, January 20, 2017, the Vicksburg High School DECA Chapter competed in the
District III DECA Conference at Kalamazoo Valley Community College. Eleven students from
VHS competed along with more than 750 members from 14 different chapters in the area. The
students took an online exam prior to attending the conference and then performed a role play
in a chosen competitive area. The Vicksburg Chapter turned in a fine performance by
qualifying five students for the State DECA Conference that will be held in Detroit in March by
finishing in the top eight in their category. VHS DECA had eight different students called up on
stage and brought home a total of 15 medals; here is a list of the medal winning students:
Student Name
Category/Event
Medals
Grace Bailey
Business Finance
Role Play
Jake Converse
Retail Merchandising
Occupational Exam
Adam Decker
Apparel & Accessories
Chase Dinzik
Business Finance
Occupational Exam
Role Play
State Qualifier
Role Play
Marissa Ervin
Hotel & Lodging
Role Play
Mason Glerum
Automotive Services
Casey Hall
Buying & Merchandising
Occupational Exam
Role Play
State Qualifier
Occupational Exam
Tyler Vallier
Buying & Merchandising
Occupational Exam
Pictured (left – right): Casey Hall, Kali Yant,
Tyler Vallier, Grace Bailey, Jake Converse,
Marissa Ervin, Tim Gearig, Adam Decker,
Ryan Fort, Chase Dinzik, Mason Glerum
Marissa Ervin
Mason Glerum and Chase Dinzik
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College Visits
February 6th– United States Marines
Seniors, don’t forget to go down to the Guidance Office
once you make your college decision to put it on the wall!
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January Sports Results
Basketball (Boys)
L Vicksburg 59 Plainwell 62
W Vicksburg 65 Dowagiac 56
L Vicksburg 51 St. Joe 52
W Vicksburg 71 Edwardsburg 64
L Vicksburg 70 Three Rivers 75
W Vicksburg 64 Allegan 56
L Vicksburg 66 South Haven 73
Basketball (Girls)
L Vicksburg 47 Plainwell 51
W Vicksburg 43 Dowagiac 31
L Vicksburg 22 St. Joe 41
L Vicksburg 33 Edwardsburg 47
W Vicksburg 50 Three Rivers 31
W Vicksburg 34 Allegan 31
W Vicksburg 43 South Haven 20
Wrestling
L Vicksburg 30 Dowagiac 54
L Vicksburg 18 Edwardsburg 54
W Vicksburg 39 Paw Paw 29
W Vicksburg 72 South Haven 0
Bowling (Boys)
L Vicksburg 13.5 Allegan 16.5
W Vicksburg 26 Portage Central 4
W Vicksburg 24 Plainwell 6
W Vicksburg 27 Mattawan 3
W Vicksburg 20.5 Otsego 8.5
L Vicksburg 10 Loy Norrix 20
L Vicksburg 7 Three Rivers 23
W Vicksburg 28 Otsego 2
Bowling (Girls)
L Vicksburg 1 Allegan 29
L Vicksburg 3 Portage Central 27
L Vicksburg 13 Plainwell 17
W Vicksburg 16 Mattawan 14
L Vicksburg 12.5 Otsego 18.5
L Vicksburg 3 Loy Norrix 27
L Vicksburg 1 Three Rivers 29
L Vicksburg 0 Otsego 30
Competitive Cheer
2nd Place: Falcon Invitational: Score 507
5th Place: League Jamboree: Score 613.88
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February Sports Schedule
Girls Basketball (Freshman)
February 3rd: 4:15 pm @ Sturgis
February 7th: 4:15 pm vs Schoolcraft
February 9th: 4:15 pm @ Dowagiac
February 13th: 5:30 pm vs Lakeshore
February 14th: 4:15 pm @ Mattawan
February 16th: 4:15 pm vs Edwardsburg
Girls Basketball (JV)
February 3rd: 5:45 pm @ Sturgis
February 7th: 5:45 pm vs Schoolcraft
February 13th: 7:00 pm vs Lakeshore
February 14th: 5:45 pm @ Mattawan
February 17th: 4:15 pm @ Edwardsburg
Girls Basketball (Varsity)
February 3rd: 7:15 pm @ Sturgis
February 7th: 7:15 pm vs Schoolcraft
February 10th: 5:45 pm vs Dowagiac
February 14th: 7:15 pm @ Mattawan
February 17th: 5:45 pm @ Edwardsburg
Competitive Cheer (JV)
February 1st: 5:00 pm @ Edwardsburg
February 4th: 9:00 am @ Kalamazoo Central
Competitive Cheer (Varsity)
February 1st: 5:00 pm @ Edwardsburg
February 4th: 9:30 am @ Kalamazoo Central
Bowling (Girls/Boys)
February 1st: 4:00 pm @ Airway
February 4th: 12:00 pm @ Airway
February 11th: 11:00 am– Baker Tournament
February 15th: 11:00 am @ Pinz
February 18th: 12:00 pm @ Eastland
February 20th: 4:00 pm @ Airway
February 24th: TBD @ Continental Lanes
February 25th: TBD @ Continental Lanes
Boys Basketball (Freshman)
February 3rd: 4:15 pm vs Sturgis
February 7th: 4:15 pm @ Schoolcraft
February 9th: 5:45 pm @ Dowagiac
February 14th: 4:15 pm vs Mattawan
February 16th: 5:45 pm vs Edwardsburg
February 24th: 4:15 pm vs Three Rivers
February 27th: 4:15 pm vs Portage Northern
Boys Basketball (JV)
February 3rd: 5:45 pm vs Sturgis
February 7th: 545 pm @ Schoolcraft
February 9th: 7:15 pm @ Dowagiac
February 14th: 5:45 pm vs Mattawan
February 16th: 7:15 pm vs Edwardsburg
February 24th: 5:45 pm vs Three Rivers
February 27th: 5:45 pm vs Portage Northern
Boys Basketball (Varsity)
February 3rd: 7:15 pm vs Sturgis
February 7th: 7:15 pm @ Schoolcraft
February 10th: 7:00 pm vs Dowagiac
February 14th: 7:15 pm vs Mattawan
February 17th: 7:15 pm @ Edwardsburg
February 24th: 7:15 pm vs Three Rivers
February 27th: 7:15 pm vs Portage Northern
Wrestling (Varsity)
February 4th: 9:30 am– Conference Meet
February 9th: TBD-Team District Meet
February 11th: 10:00 am @ Three Rivers
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From the Attendance Office
If your student is absent from school, please call the high school
attendance office as soon as possible in the morning at 321-1100 or 321-1150.
The office opens at 7:00 am, but a message may be left on the voicemail before
that time.
Pre-arranged absences may be made by sending in a note from home or
calling the high school office several days in advance of the absence.
If your student will be leaving school early for any reason, please send in
a note with your student so that they may get an early dismissal slip from the
office. That way your student will be waiting for you to arrive. If you are unable
to send in a note, please call the office as early as possible before 1:30 so that
we may page your student to the office between classes to pick up their early
dismissal slip.
YOUR FEEDBACK IS VALUED!
We want this monthly newsletter to be something useful for you; so, please feel free to
contact us at [email protected] or 321-1110 with any suggestions you have for
making this more helpful to you.