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T H E Winterset, IA Number 4
Editor: Jennifer Pudenz
November 2017
Superintendent Message We’re excited to share that two facility projects will soon be underway within the Winterset Community School District. The grassy area north of McGaffin Field will be converted into a permanent parking lot. Dirt work is scheduled to begin in November with final completion this summer. Also, a bank of several men’s and women’s bathrooms will be added to WHS in the area directly behind the old stage in the student commons area. This work will begin in February with completion slated for spring. Funds used to cover these projects come out of our Physical Plant and Equipment Levy (PPEL) and Penny Sales Tax (SAVE). Additionally, the next several months we will be engaging in conversations about our facilities within
the Winterset School District. We are fortunate to have buildings that have been well-cared-for and maintained, yet, we have not had many opportunities to update them in the last several years. Last June, I spent two days touring all Raccoon River Conference facilities. In general, I found our facilities were outdated in comparison to our peers. For instance, we have two buildings without secured entrances, our meeting/ collaboration space is limited and most of our buildings could use some sprucing up. In order to identify and prioritize the projects that are most important, we are engaging an architectural firm to help us develop a master plan. The ultimate goal is to provide safe learning environments for all
Student Council
Now that Student Council’s biggest event of the year, planning Homecoming festivities, is finished, we are now focused more on our philanthropic events in addition to small school spirit activities. In October, we ran the concession stand at a volleyball game and donated the proceeds to Adopt a Family. In addition to those proceeds, high school students will have the option to pay $1 and wear a fall costume on October 31.
students in Winterset. We know updating and modernizing buildings will take more funds than we currently generate through the PPEL and SAVE funding. Just as when we asked voters to pass the PPEL and Debt Service votes, we have an opportunity to pass a bond issue for nearly $19 million without raising taxes. This is made possible by having paid down our debt at a faster rate the last couple of years and working hard at improving our financial situation. On October 31, there will be opportunities for students, parents, community members and employees to participate in focus groups so that we can learn about the hopes and dreams for our facilities. After the focus groups meet, a committee of approximately 25 students, parents,
community members and employees will wade through the feedback, identify features conducive to 21st century learning environments and determine key priorities. This committee will work from at least November through April. As we have more information, we will communicate with you. If you have feedback or suggestions, do not hesitate to contact me at (515) 462-2718 or
[email protected]. ia.us. I am excited about the future in Winterset. We have an opportunity to improve upon our assets and be poised for expected growth in the future. Have a great November. As always, thank you for your support of our district. Dr. Susie Meade, Superintendent
Another project that Student Council has is the Winter Warmth Drive, where the community donates kindly used outerwear items. All of the items go to a warehouse in Des Moines and local organizations like C.R.I.S.P. across central Iowa can request needed clothing items. Board members will travel to a leadership conference October 30 to share ideas with schools all over Iowa.
The Beacon • Winterset Community School District • November 2017 As published in the Madisonian... Have you ever heard the saying, “Children do well if they can?” We believe in this mantra about all of our students in the Winterset Schools. We know in order to take full advantage of learning, students need to be able to navigate within the demands of learning and employ executive functioning skills. Students can find success in school, the home and the community if they are able to control unexpected responses and other maladaptive behaviors. As such, we are utilizing a promising practice to support some of our students who may not have yet learned the skills to help them be successful behaviorally or may need some extra tools when times get tough. This curriculum is called Zones of Regulation. Zones is a conceptual framework used to teach students self-regulation.
Students are taught how to categorize the complex feelings they experience in a non-judgemental, safe way. The Zones improve students’ ability to recognize their feelings and communicate how they are feeling. Then students are taught how to regulate their feelings, determine how big the problem really is, and tap into strategies and tools so they can be successful within the school setting. Certainly, not all students need this type of extra support, but some need to be explicitly taught how to problemsolve and have control over their feelings and actions. The Zones can be compared to a stoplight: The Green Zone is used to describe a regulated state of alertness. Students in this zone may be described as calm, happy, focused or content. This is the zone students generally
need to be in for school work and for being social. The Yellow Zone is used to describe a heightened state of alertness; however, a person has some control when in this zone. Students in this zone may be experiencing stress, frustration, anxiety, excitement, silliness or other slightly elevated emotions and states when in this zone. The Red Zone is used to describe extremely heightened states of alertness or very intense feelings. A person may be experiencing anger, rage or explosive behavior. Being in this zone can be best explained as not being in control of one’s body. The Blue Zone is used to describe low states of alertness such as when one feels sad, tired, sick or bored. This is when one’s body and/or brain is moving slowly or sluggishly. Through Zones,
students are taught that everyone experiences all of the zones at one time or another. No zone is “good” or “bad.” However, students are taught to figure out what behaviors are expected in given circumstances and determine if they need to manage their behaviors in different zones to meet the demands of the situation. While we have just begun teaching this conceptual framework to some students in WCSD, already we are seeing some marked changes in student abilities to take ownership of their behavior, make better choices and generalize their new learning within different settings within the school. We believe as more students learn to self-regulate their feelings, they will also be better able to concentrate on learning within the classroom. Dr. Susie Meade
SAFE DRIVING
of a school day, avoid the area as it gets very congested. Come to a complete stop. Check carefully for children on sidewalks and crosswalks before proceeding. Eliminate distractions, and do not text and drive. Studies show that taking your eyes off the road for just two seconds doubles your chances of crashing. Students can be quick and can cross the road unexpectedly. Watch for bicycles. Slow down and allow at least three feet of passing distance between your vehicle and a bicyclist. Have your kids use Winterset’s designated
bike routes for safer routes. Don’t forget to wear a helmet. Reduce traffic tie-ups. Avoid traffic around each school by parking a block away and walking your child the rest of the way. Follow your school’s traffic pattern for drop-off and pick-up. Stop for buses. Many of our students in WCSD, arrive to school on a bus. Everyday more than 1,300 miles are driven by our school vehicles. When you come upon a bus: 1. Slow down when you see flashing yellow lights from the school bus, and stop when they use their flashing red lights/stop arm. You are required
by law to stop on BOTH sides on the street when these red lights are lit and/ or when the stop arm is extended. 2. Do not attempt to pass a stopped school bus that is loading or unloading children, no matter where it is. Parents please talk to your children about making safe choices and staying alert. It’s important to stress to children that they should use crosswalks, follow pedestrian and biking rules and stay aware of their surroundings. If we all focus on keeping our streets safe for students, everyone benefits.
According to AAA, approximately 13 percent of students in the United States walk or bike to school. Some key safety measures to keep in mind: Slow down. Speed limits in school zones are reduced for a reason. Don’t travel faster than 15 miles per hour, and travel even slower if there are a number of children along the road or crossing the street. Expect the unexpected. Children may cross the street at the wrong place, or unexpectedly run or ride in front of you. If you don’t need to drive near schools at the beginning and end
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The Beacon • Winterset Community School District • November 2017
H.S. Guidance Dept. Information Seniors Should Know The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a multiple-aptitude test that covers eight areas including science, word knowledge, mathematics, and mechanical comprehension. It assesses a student’s ability to learn new skills and is a predictor of success in training and education programs. Civilian Education Services Specialists who have no recruiting function administers the program. The ASVAB’s are offered each fall to juniors and some seniors. The ASVAB’s will be given on November 13th from 8 to 11:30 a.m. ALL Juniors will take the test unless a signed release is turned in by Friday, November 10th. College Representatives visiting Winterset High School & Campus Tours Oct. 31 Drake Nov. 2 SWCC Campus Tour Nov. 2 Indian Hills Community College Nov. 16 DMACC Campus Tour The Greater Des Moines Partnership is the economic development organization serving Central Iowa. They have a website, www. desmoinesmetro.com, where students can post their resumes and where local employers can
search for job candidates.
care-loan-forgivenessprograms. This is a federally-funded program that provides registered nurse loan recipients with loan forgiveness of up to 60% of their qualifying loan balance in exchange for two years of service at a critical shortage facility. March 2 Success is an on-line test preparation course that will provide help with taking standardized tests and improve math and English skills. March 2 Success is free. There is no obligation. March 2 Success will help you prepare for assessment examinations, college entrance examinations, trade school entrance tests, military entrance test and applying for a job. Go to www. March2Success.com to see a demo and register for the course.
College and Post High School Applications What should I do? Well, we encourage our seniors to send in an application when they are reasonably sure they want to attend a certain school. Be sure you visit the campus. Leave the completed application with Mrs. Wetzel and she will send it in with the transcripts along with recommendations. Most Colleges Will Not Require Writing Test Scores If you’re a junior or sophomore and wondering about the new writing tests on college admissions exams, make sure you check with the colleges you are considering attending before you register to take the exams. It’s possible you won’t have to take a writing test. If you have questions or concerns, contact Kristin Crouse at (319) 337-1028 or kristin.
[email protected]. You can now apply online for the 201718 NCAA Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete. www. ncaaclearinghouse.net.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Most scholarships are online-only, they are posted to the guidance page of the school’s website at https:// ia02217956.schoolwires. net/domain/205. Check back often as more are often added! 2018 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards For students who have exemplary community service. $1000-$5000 awarded. For more info: http://spirit.prudential. com or call 877-525-8491
If you are looking for information on the Nursing Education Forgivable Loan, visit: www.iowacollegeaid. gov/content/health-3-
Deadline: November 7. The Hagan Scholarship up to $5,000 per semester. Up to 150 new scholarships can be awarded each year. Mandatory workshops are required. Please visit their website for eligibility requirements and more information: http:// haganscholarships.org/ Deadline: November 15. 2018 Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarships You must be a high school senior and US citizen. The top 20 finalists will participate in an all expenses paid Leadership Weekend in Chicago during which they’ll interview with the national judges. These 20 finalists will be vying for two firstplace awards of $50,000; two second-place awards of $40,000; and two thirdplace awards of $30,000. The remaining 14 finalists will receive awards of $20,000. The 480 runnersup will receive fifth-place scholarships of $4,000. Applicants do NOT need to be related to a member of the Elks. Applications at www.elks.org/enf/ scholars/mvs.cfm. Deadline: November 27. The University of Iowa is offering several scholarships for full-time, first-year students who are entering the university for the first time in fall 2017. These scholarships do not apply to incoming transfer students. To
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see a list of all of the scholarships available and for more information, visit https://admissions. uiowa.edu/finances/ scholarships-first-yearstudents. Deadline: November 28. AXA Achievement Scholarship provides over $1.4 million in scholarships to young people across the nation. Students have the opportunity to receive a $2,500, $10,000 or $25,000 scholarship. In addition, for every student who wins a scholarship, a grant in the amount
of $1,000 will be made to the winner’s school. Apply at https://www. scholarsapply.org/axaachievement/. Deadline: December 15, or until 10,000 applications are received, whichever comes first.
to state and national participants. For more information, visit http:// ia.distinguishedyw.org/. Deadline: December 15. Iowa Women In Natural Resources encourages young adults to pursue careers in the natural resources fields. IWINR will award a one-time scholarship of $500 to the applicant who receives the highest score awarded by the Selection Committee. Gender neutral. Applications are on the guidance webpage and in the guidance office. Deadline: December 15.
The Distinguished Young Women Scholarship is offering over $12,000 in cash scholarships awarded at 2015 Iowa program, over $300,000 in cash scholarships awarded at 2015 national program and millions in tuition scholarships awarded
The Lillard-Miller and Eva Rogan Funds were established to help students finance post high school education. The funds are financed through private contributions. Loans are available for up to $1,000 per year per student and a maximum of $3,000 per students. No interest is charged, but the loans must be paid back. Applications are available on the guidance webpage and in the guidance office or the administrative office and may be completed anytime now through August.
TOGETHER we can!!! WMS Family Night Out ~ Thursday, November 2nd FREE Dinner from 5:00 - 6:30 Kiwanis will serve a pancake supper with eggs and sausage. FREE WMS bag of goodies, PBIS tickets and popcorn for WMS students who attend Math and Reading sessions ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Sessions from 5:30 - 7:00 “Together We Can” fun activities in the gym Planetarium ConnectEd MackinVia/Husky Reader ThinkCentral/SpellingCity Zones of Regulation Building Math Minds Growth Mindset Behavior: Where there is a Will There is a Way FAST Benchmarking Coding/Computer Programing
This is a family event and ALL WMS families are invited to join us. Daycare will be provided at the school.
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The Beacon • Winterset Community School District • November 2017
From the Nurse... Facing the Flu Season With Respect, Not Fear
The school year has started out smooth with very few bumps! Hopefully, we can keep the rest of the year flowing so easily! One area for student health that has the possibility of putting a few bumps in our path would be the upcoming flu season. I would like to encourage everyone that while the flu season should be respected, it should not be feared. The best way to deal with the flu is to avoid it. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. The number one way to avoid getting the flu or getting the most severe symptoms is to get a flu shot. They are so simple to get and readily available. You can get one at you’re your doctor’s office, public health office or most pharmacies. The next way to avoid the flu is to wash your hands often. Good ole soap and water can keep the flu at bay. The key to effective hand washing
is to keep the rubbing motion under the stream of water long enough to wash the germs away. A great way to ensure that you have been washing long enough is to sing “Happy Birthday” through twice. This is a great way to make hand washing fun for little ones. If you can’t get to running water or are out and about in public, try hand sanitizer. Although it is not as effective as soap and water, it is a great way to kill germs that may be transferred in public places. Touching carts in stores or products on shelves that others have touched, is a common way that the flu is transferred from person to person. Having a small squirt of hand sanitizer can really go a long way in making trips to stores a little healthier. It’s also handy after you have greeted others with a handshake. Besides keeping germs off of your hands, keeping germs off of the surfaces around you is an effective defense as well. Cleaning desktops, doorknobs and light switches can significantly lower transfer
rates. Telephone receivers and computer keyboards are other areas to think about. Killing germs before they ever get to your hands is ideal in avoiding exposure. It might seem a bit basic, but avoid sick people. If you can keep from the people with germs, the things they touch and the items they use, you can successfully avoid the germs they carry. It’s OK to let people who are not well know that you care and are concerned, but a phone call or text can be can be just as nurturing as a face to face visit. Also, be considerate of others. If you have become ill, please stay home. Send others to the post office and grocery store. It makes most people feel good to know that they have helped a friend or loved one. It won’t put them out too much, and it will keep from randomly passing the virus onto others. Should someone in your home become ill, practice everything above, but also consider bringing some disposable paper products into the house. Paper
cups and straws, as well as paper plates, whisk germs off to the trash, rather than keeping them on dishes waiting to be touched by another family member. When making a decision about when to send your child to school, here are some guidelines to help: If a Child is fevering above 100 degrees, the child should stay home and rest. The child can safely return to school when they have been fever free (without fever reducing medication) for 24 hours. If child has vomited, they should stay home. Example, if the student vomited at 2:00 AM they should not go to school in the morning. Same with loose stools. A student should be home resting a full 24 hours after the last episode of loose stools. This allows the student the best opportunity to heal and protects others from the germs we all want to avoid. When we respect the flu virus enough to apply these healthy habits in our daily practice, we will never have to fear it.
Young Frankenstein
On November 3rd and 4th, the Husky Drama and WHS Music Departments will perform “Young Frankenstein” by Mel Brooks. Show times are 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 3rd, and 2 p.m./7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4th. Our fine High School students are learning their parts and pitches, as well as collaborating on the set construction and decorating, costumes, make-up, advertisement, posters, and ticketing. You can purchase your tickets online at: https://whsfinearts.yapsody.com We hope you purchase a ticket or support our production with an online donation (new feature this year!). -5-
The Beacon • Winterset Community School District • November 2017
Report
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PARENTS
Prep for Emergencies
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chool safety has recently been at the forefront of everyone’s minds. Schools have emergency plans to keep students safe from threats of violence or natural disasters—and your family should, too. Preparation is key to ensure that you and your family members can react quickly and calmly if a serious threat arises. Take these steps to ensure your family is prepared for emergencies. Talk it out. Discuss, in an age-appropriate way, the emergencies your family might encounter, including the natural disasters your area may be susceptible to. You may be reluctant to talk about emergencies with your children because you don’t want to alarm them. But discussing situations ahead of time will not only help your children know what to do, it will also help them cope with the stress if something does happen.
extinguisher, or sign them up for a first-aid class. Quiz your family members every six months to make sure they remember what to do. Build a disaster kit. Make sure you have a stocked first-aid kit at home, and gather the supplies for an emergency kit, including water, nonperishable food, a flashlight, medicines, and batteries. Check your equipment. Make sure your home’s smoke detectors are always in working order and that your fire extinguishers have not passed their expiration date and are easily accessible. Buy drop-down window ladders if your apartment or bedrooms are not on the first floor.
Know your school’s plan. Every school should have an emergency plan in place. Make sure you and your child know what students should do and how parents will be notified of a crisis. Memorize the essentials. Make sure your children know their full name, address, phone number, and parents’ full names. Kindergarteners should have this memorized before their first day of school.
Web Resources
Know the numbers. Teach your children how to dial 911, but stress that they should only do so in case of an emergency. Post a list in your kitchen of home, cell, and work numbers for parents, caregivers, and trusted neighbors. Give copies to teachers and the school office, childcare providers, and other emergency contacts.
Use Ready.gov’s disaster supply list to stock your kit. www.ready.gov/kit Learn facts about specific types of emergencies on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s emergency page. www.emergency.cdc.gov/planning/
Make a plan. Create your family’s escape plan to be used in case of a fire or other home emergency. Establish a meeting place outside your home, and make sure to devise a secondary plan in case the first exit is blocked or unsafe. In your plan, address the needs of pets and any family members who need extra assistance.
The American Red Cross has checklists for every type of disaster (in a variety of languages). www.redcross.org/prepare/disaster-safety-library
Practice the plan. Conduct fire drills and emergency evacuation drills. Teach older children how to use a fire
Report to Parents, written to serve elementary and middle-level principals, may be reproduced by National Association of Elementary School Principals members without permission. It can be posted to school websites, blogs, or sent via email. Back issues are available to members at naesp.org.
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The Beacon • Winterset Community School District • November 2017
Winterset Community Educational Foundation’s
Fall Fling!
Food, Fun, & Funds for our Schools! Tuesday, November 14th Jackson Community Building 6:00-6:30 Social & Silent Auction 6:30-7:30 Meal & Close of Silent Auction 7:30 Live Auction
See a partial list of auction items on the reverse side of this invitation
ALL proceeds go back to our schools for curriculum enhancement & cultural endeavors $20 per person = Meal and Beverage (Wine, beer and dessert available for add’l donation) ***This is an adult only event***
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Please detach and mail your response to the Winterset Community Educational Foundation, P.O. Box 30, Winterset or drop off at the Winterset Schools Administrative Office. Checks should be payable to the Winterset Community Educational Foundation. Call Linda Darling, at 515-462-3961, or Amy Nolan, at 515-462-7009, with questions. Advance reservations OR ticket required at registration table.
Reservations should be received by Tuesday, November 7th. Name (s):___________________________________________________________________ Phone: _______________________ Address:________________________________________________________________________________ _____Yes, we will plan to attend. Please accept our reservations for ____ (# attending.) Enclosed is my check to the Winterset Community Educational Foundation ($20 per person). Your name will be added to the paid list of reservations for the evening. ____ We are unable to attend, but have enclosed our financial support for our children and schools. -7-
The Beacon • Winterset Community School District • November 2017 ITEMS AVAILABLE FOR AUCTION AS OF 10/19/17: FALL FLING ITEMS AVAILABLE FOR AUCTION AS OF 10/19/17: •
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2 Oil Changes – Main Street
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Beauty Package – Uptown Styles
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Pork Entree & Sides for 35 – Madison County Pork Producers
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Carpet Cleaning Package – Rainbow International
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4 Adventureland Tickets – BB & P
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WHS Apparel – Jones Creek Apparel
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Auto Service Packages – R & B Tire
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Tickets to Big 4 Classic, Hotel Stay & Certificate for Dinner – Marriott, Montross Pharmacy, Gary & Nancy Emmert & Educational Fdn Board
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Dinner for 10 at Rose Acre’s Baur House
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Custom Jewelry Pieces – Michelle & Helen Sellers
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Gift Card – Subway
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$200 Service Certificate – McGowan, Hurst, Clark & Smith
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Custom Jewelry – Spoons Full of Sugar – Kylie Tindle
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Craft Beer Tasting for 8 with Small Plates –Susie & Rob Meade
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Angel Wings & CT
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1st Avenue Collective
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Home Décor Item - Re-Home
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2 Hours Christmas Flute Duet – Kiernan Blanchard & Sue Hansen
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Vase – Purple Fire Designs – Mike Sible
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Weekend Get-a-way w/Dinner & Hotel - Union State Bank
2 Framed Prints – Jeff Purdy (Purdy Pics)
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6 Reserved Seats for WHS Graduation
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2 Holiday Poinsettias – WHS FFA
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2 Scarves & 2 Pieces of Handcrafted Jewelry – Kathy Donohoe
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Jar of money – American State Bank
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Refillable Insulated Coffee Mug & Gift Certificate – The Cellar
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Custom Jewelry Piece – b Shannon Designs
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Homemade Apple Pie & Muffins - Dave Trask
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Sugar Cookie Package – Sara Thompson
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Art Center Family Membership & $20 Art Center Bucks – Winterset Art Center
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Movie Tickets – The Iowa Theater
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Raclette Dinner with Chocolate Fondue for 8 –Susie & Rob Meade
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$30 Certificate – Sports Page
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Iowa Tailgating Basket –Susie & Rob Meade
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ISU Tailgating Basket – Susie & Rob Meade
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Home Dinner & Drinks for 8 w/Hy-Vee Chef – Hy-Vee
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Drinks Around the World – Susie & Rob Meade
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Homemade Frozen Apple Pie – Jim Nelson
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Lottery Ticket Bonanza – WCSD Instructional Coaches
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1 Museum Lounge Rental – Madison Co. Historical Society
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Husky Cornhole Set – Gina McCutchan w/Custom Creations
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Huskies Metal Yard Sign – McDonald Tree Service
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Movie Snack Basket – Susie & Rob Meade
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T-shirt Quilt – Judy Trask
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2 Night Stays - Cobblestone Inn
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2 – 24” Evergreen Wreaths – Winterset Kiwanis
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$30 Certificate – Mi Pueblito
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Wine & Canvas Party – Cynthia Bachman, Becky Eddy& Kristy Hoefing
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Limited Edition Toy Semi Trailer & 1946 Toy Chevy Suburban with Hawkeye Logo – Mark & Brenda Hollingsworth
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3 Lg Pizzas & 2 $25 Gift Cards – Caseys
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Sweet Treats – Anything Sweet and More
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Braven HD Bluetooth Speaker – TCC Verizon – Winterset
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2 Escape Room Experiences for 8 – Breakout Games
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Cork Pull – Susie & Rob Meade
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Wine Item – Shari Bush
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Baggallini purse & haircut & style – Country Cutters
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3 Bouquets (spring, summer, fall) – PepperHarrow Farm
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1 Week Pet Boarding & Bath – Cedar Creek Animal Clinic
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Knitted Creation – Heartland Fiber Co.
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Smoked Turkey – JoAnna Gustafson
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Spotted Cow Beer
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Hawaiian Themed Progressive Dinner – Scot & Kim Clark, Alan & Kristina Benshoof, and Matt & Felicia Weeks
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One Load of Rock delivered in Madison County – Beeler Trucking
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Art & Sips wine experience at Madhaus Gallary – Homefront Realty
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Limited edition 2017 Holiday Nutcracker M&M dispenser, blanket & candies – Clarice Blanchard
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Pampered Chef Package – Jessica Gibbons
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$50 Gift Certificate – Fareway Meat Department
$100 Certificate for Services & Polarized Sunglasses – Family Eyecare of Winterset
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1 Night Stay at Guesthouse & Round of Golf for 4 – Cedar Lake Guest House & Lakeview County Club
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Photography Package – Teddi Yaeger
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$25 Gift Certificate – Rodell’s BBQ
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2- $25 Gift Certificates – Northside Café
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$50 Beef Bundle – Madison County Cattlemen
Building/Venue Sponsor: Farmers & Merchants State Bank Other Sponsors/Contributors: Agrivision, Alexander Construction, Covered Bridge Winery, Edward Jones (Whitney Messerschmidt), Family Eyecare, Alan Feirer, Roy Foley, The Madisonian & Shopper, Madison County Abstract Co., Madison County Realty, WHS Alumni Association Corn Donations: Bill Adams, Baur Farms, Benshoof Farms, Charlie & Melodie Easter, Gillespie Family Farms, Mark Hollingsworth, Steve Lauer, Bradley Robinson, Dave Robinson, Dan & Lori Ryner, John Spera
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The Beacon • Winterset Community School District • November 2017
“HS Choir Corner “ “HS Choir Corner “ The Vocal Department at Winterset High School has provided several amazing outlets for our
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The Beacon • Winterset Community School District • November 2017 HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL
DATE TIME LEVEL OPPONENT SITE Nov. 11 TBA Girls Atlantic Scrimmage T Nov. 17 6:00 PM JV/V Girls Interstate 35 H Nov. 25 4:00 PM 9/JV/V Boys DM Lincoln Scrimmage H Nov. 27 4:30 PM 9/JV/V Girls Creston H Nov. 28 4:30 PM 9/JV/V Boys Atlantic T Dec. 1 4:30 PM 9/JV/V G/B Boone H Dec. 4 6:00 PM 9/JV Girls Norwalk H 6:00 PM 9/JV Boys Norwalk T Dec. 5 6:00 PM V G/B Norwalk T Dec. 8 4:30 PM 9/JV/V G/B ADM T Dec. 11 6:00 PM JV/V Girls Woodward-Granger T Dec. 15 4:30 PM 9/JV/V G/B Carroll H Dec. 19 4:30 PM 9/JV/V G/B Perry H Jan. 4 4:30 PM 9/JV/V Boys Creston T Jan. 5 4:30 PM 9/JV/V G/B Carlisle T Jan. 9 4:30 PM 9/JV/V G/B Bondurant-Farrar H Jan. 12 4:30 PM 9/JV/V G/B Ballard H Jan. 13 10 AM 9/JV Girls Earlham T 4:00 PM V G/B Van Meter H Jan. 15 4:30 PM 9/JV/V G/B Greene County H Jan. 19 4:30 PM 9/JV/V G/B Boone T Jan. 23 4:30 PM 9/JV/V G/B ADM H Jan. 25 4:30 PM 9/JV Boys DM Christian H 7:30 PM JV Girls DM Christian H Jan. 26 4:30 PM 9/JV/V G/B Carroll T Jan. 30 4:30 PM 9/JV/V G/B Perry T Feb. 2 4:30 PM 9/JV/V G/B Carlisle H Feb. 3 4:00 PM V G/B Clarke T Feb. 6 4:30 PM 9/JV/V G/B Bondurant-Farrar T Feb. 8 6:00 PM 9/JV Boys Earlham H Feb. 9 4:30 PM 9/JV/V G/B Ballard T Feb. 12 4:45 PM 9/JV/V Boys Newton T TBA Girls Regionals TBA TBA Boys Districts TBA TBA Girls State Wells Fargo TBA Boys State Wells Fargo
Activity Tickets Available
Admission prices for high school activities will be $5 for adults and $4 for students; tournaments will be $5 for everyone. Admission for junior high activities will be $3 for adults and $2 for students. Adults have several options available for activity tickets. A $100 adult pass is good for all events during the school year except state sponsored activities. A family pass may be purchased for $225. Senior citizens (65 & older) may obtain a free pass at the High School. A student activity ticket for $50 admits a student to all "home" activities, including Fine Arts, except those sponsored by the state associations. Tickets may be purchased at high school office.
JUNIOR HIGH GIRLS BASKETBALL
DATE TIME LEVEL Nov. 7 4:30 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Nov. 9 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Nov. 13 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Nov. 16 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Nov. 20 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Nov. 27 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Nov. 30 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Dec. 4 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Dec. 7 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Dec. 11 4:15 AM 7 A/B 8 A/B Dec. 12 4:15 PM 7 A/B 4:30 PM 8 A/B Dec. 14 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B
JUNIOR HIGH BOYS BASKETBALL
DATE TIME LEVEL Jan. 15 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Jan. 18 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Jan. 22 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Jan. 25 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Jan. 29 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Feb. 1 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Feb. 5 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Feb. 6 4:30 PM 7 A/B 4:15 PM 8 A/B Feb. 8 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Feb. 12 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Feb. 13 4:30 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B Feb. 15 4:15 PM 7 A/B 8 A/B
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OPPONENT SITE North Polk T North Polk H-JH Ballard T-MS Ballard H-JH Carlisle T Carlisle H-JH ADM H-JH ADM T Bondurant-Farrar H-JH Bondurant-Farrar T Perry T Perry H-MS Ballard H-JH Ballard T-MS Carlisle H-JH Carlisle T ADM T ADM H-JH Bondurant-Farrar T Bondurant-Farrar H-JH Norwalk H-JH Norwalk T Perry H-JH Perry T
OPPONENT SITE Ballard T-MS Ballard H-MS Carlisle T Carlisle H-MS ADM H-JH ADM T Bondurant-Farrar H-MS Bondurant-Farrar T Perry T-MS Perry H-JH Ballard H-JH Ballard T-MS Carlisle H-JH Carlisle T Norwalk T Norwalk H-JH ADM T ADM H-JH Bondurant-Farrar T Bondurant-Farrar H-JH North Polk H-JH North Polk T Perry H-JH Perry T
The Beacon • Winterset Community School District • November 2017
Winterset Schools
Don't forget to eat your vegetables.
MONDAY
Lunch Menu WEDNESDAY
Homemade Lasagna and Cheesy Garlic Toast OR Breaded Chicken Patty on a Bun OR Cravin Craisin Salad OR Yogurt Pak Caesar Salad **Chocolate Chip Cookie**
No School -PD
Mom and Dad at Lunch 13 Parmesan Chicken Bites and Buttered Noodles OR Build Your Own Baked Potato and a Soft Pan Roll OR Chicken Caesar Salad OR Yogurt Pak California Blend Vegetable
20
Sloppy Joe Sandwich or Turkey BLT Flatbread or Crispy Chicken Salad or Honey Mustard Ham Wrap Sweet Potato Fries ** Rice Krispie Treat
Turkey Nacho Supreme
7
14
OR Golden Corn Dog OR Chicken Caesar Salad OR Yogurt Pak
Salisbury Steak Sandwich OR Cravin Craisin Salad OR Chicken Caesar Wrap
Potato Wedges
Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
PRICES K-3rd 4th-12th Reduced Adult Extra Milk
28
2
F RIDAY Pizza Parlor Pizza
OR Cowboy Burger
OR 7 Layer Salad OR Deli Sub Spiced Pinto Beans
OR Fruited Spinach Salad OR Munchable Baked Potato Half
OR Asian Chicken Salad OR Deli Sandwich Roasted Broccoli
Chicken Tender Basket French Bread Slice OR Fish Nugget Basket French Bread Slice OR Turkey BLT Salad OR Deli Sub Roasted Ranch Potato Wedges
Pizza Parlor Pizza
Cole Slaw
Chicken Tenders and a Soft Pan
T HURSDAY
Deviled Egg Day Oven Roasted Chicken French Bread Slice
OR Italian Meatball Sub
Spiced Pinto Beans
National Cookie Week 27 Homemade Chili in a Bread Bowl
1
OR Roasted Hot Dog
OR Enchilada OR 7 Layer Salad OR Deli Sub
Garden Green Beans
or Cobb Salad or Deli Sandwich
Soft Shell Tacos with Lettuce, Cheese, Salsa
OR Golden Corn Dog OR Cravin Craisin Salad OR Chicken Caesar Wrap
HOM Rutabaga 21 Roast Pork and Gravy Cinnamon Sweet Apples OR Chicken Tenders, Cinnamon Sweet Apples OR Chicken Caesar Salad OR WG Chips, Salsa, Cheese Mint Rutabaga,Corn Bread
Chicken Alfredo over Pasta, Garlic Toast or Classic Cheeseburger
2017
Fresh Vegetable Choices and Seasonal Fruit are Offered Daily on the Fruit & Vegetable Bar
T UESDAY
6
November
8
15
9
Walking Taco with Lettuce and Tomato OR Hot Ham and Cheese Calzone OR Chef Salad OR Hummus and Vegetables Black Beans
16
Ham, Cheese and Egg on a English Muffin
OR Pulled Pork on Ciabatta OR Fruited Spinach Salad OR Munchable Tater Tots
22
Pulled Pork Sliders
OR Italian Stromboli OR 7 Layer Salad OR Deli Sub Creamy Coleslaw ***Cookie***
HARVEST OF THE MONTH
29
Cheesy Italian Flatbread
Broccoli Salad
HOM Sage 17 Homemade Meatloaf and Bread Stuffing OR Hot Turkey Sandwich and Bread Stuffing OR Asian Chicken Salad OR Deli Sandwich Mashed Potato & Gravy **Sugar Cookie**
24
23
30
Beefy Nachos with Homemade Cheese Sauce OR Chicken Bacon Ranch Melt OR Fruited Spinach Salad OR Munchable Refried Beans
EXTRA INFO
Menus are subject to change without notice. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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OR All American Burger OR Cobb Salad OR Deli Sandwich
Milk choice of 1% White, Skim or Chocolate Skim is included with lunch. Entree Salads are served with Dinner Roll For questions or comments, contact FSD JoAnna Gustafson 515-462-4271
[email protected]
$2.20 $2.45 $0.40 $3.55 $0.50
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The Beacon • Winterset Community School District • November 2017
Stay Connected with WCSD!
Upgraded Website:
• www.winterset.k12.ia.us • District homepage updated weekly • School homepages are updated frequently with information • Daily calendar of events for schools as well as athletics/activites is located on district homepage
Electronic Backpacks:
• Located on both the district and school homepages - includes fliers, newsletters, important and timely information
Facebook:
• Winterset Community School District: @wintersetschools • Winterset Huskies for Athletics and Activities updates: @WintersetHuskies
Twitter:
• WintersetSchools: @WintersetSchool • Winterset Huskies for Athletics and Activities updates: @WintersetHusky
Infinite Campus:
• Must have a portal account - contact your school’s office or the Administration Building to request account
Madisonian:
• Article by Superintendent every other week
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