Tuesday, February 28, 2017

TODAY’S LUNCH MENU
Popcorn Chicken Bowl
Taco Pizza
Corn / Cucumber Slices
Fresh Fruit / Peaches
                                                                                           
SPORTING EVENTS
STUDENTS
Make sure you check out the school website and look for the Business Spotlight Student of the week!
Congratulations to the students that have been chosen so far this semester!
MUSICAL
The musical crew list is now posted. Check out a copy outside the main office, outside the library, or outside the choir room. Thanks to everyone who applied, and congratulations to the musical crew.
DANCE INFORMATION
THS Semi-Formal Dance will be held in the East Gym on Saturday, March 11th from 7:00 until 10:00 p.m. Tickets will be on sale during the lunch hours beginning Monday, March 6th  through Friday, March 10th.  Advance tickets are $8 and $10 at the door.  Guest Passes for the dance are available in the Main Office.  The dance is for Taylorville High School Students and their guest.  If you are bringing a guest that is not is not a student at THS the following rules apply:
  1. Guest cannot be a student at any junior high school.
  2. THS student is responsible for securing a guest pass form and having their guest complete all the required information.
  3. THS students are required to have guest pass form signed by Taylorville High School Administrator prior to the event and student must present form along with picture ID of guest to gain entrance to the dance.
COUNSELING CENTER
Attention Juniors and Seniors:  The University of Illinois at Springfield is hosting an informational meeting for students interested in earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree on March 28 at 6:30 p.m. held at Memorial Center for Learning and Innovation.  If interested in attending, students must RSVP at www.uis.edu/nursing/
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Taylorville Park District is taking applications for the summer 2017 season. The following types of employment are available: Lifeguards (we will train), pool concessionaires and pool maintenance. Interested candidates must have reached the age of 16 and reside within the Taylorville Park District to be considered for employment. Applications are available at the park office, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. and1 p.m. - 4 p.m. as well www.taylorvilleparkdistrict.com. Applications are also available in the Main Office at THS.

Applications must be turned into the Manners Park Office no later than 4 p.m. Friday, March 3, 2017.  

Monday, February 27, 2017

TODAY’S LUNCH MENU
Meatloaf w/Gravy
Chicken Parmesan Pizza
Mashed Potatoes / Tomatoes
Fresh Fruit / Mixed Fruit
                                                                                           
SPORTING EVENTS
STUDENTS
Soccer
There will be no soccer conditioning today. We will start conditioning tomorrow.
THS Semi-Formal Dance will be held in the East Gym on Saturday, March 11th from 7:00 until 10:00 p.m. Tickets will be on sale during the lunch hours beginning Monday, March 6th  through Friday, March 10th.  Advance tickets are $8 and $10 at the door.  Guest Passes for the dance are available in the Main Office.  The dance is for Taylorville High School Students and their guest.  If you are bringing a guest that is not is not a student at THS the following rules apply:
  1. Guest cannot be a student at any junior high school.
  2. THS student is responsible for securing a guest pass form and having their guest complete all the required information.
  3. THS students are required to have guest pass form signed by Taylorville High School Administrator prior to the event and student must present form along with picture ID of guest to gain entrance to the dance.
Counseling Center
Attention Juniors and Seniors:  The University of Illinois at Springfield is hosting an informational meeting for students interested in earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree on March 28 at 6:30 p.m. held at Memorial Center for Learning and Innovation.  If interested in attending, students must RSVP at www.uis.edu/nursing/
Employment Opportunities
The Taylorville Park District is taking applications for the summer 2017 season. The following types of employment are available: Lifeguards (we will train), pool concessionaires and pool maintenance. Interested candidates must have reached the age of 16 and reside within the Taylorville Park District to be considered for employment. Applications are available at the park office, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. and1 p.m. - 4 p.m. as well www.taylorvilleparkdistrict.com. Applications are also available in the Main Office at THS.

Applications must be turned into the Manners Park Office no later than 4 p.m. Friday, March 3, 2017.  

Friday, February 24, 2017

TODAY’S LUNCH MENU
General Tso’s Chicken
Beefsteak Pizza
Broccoli / Baby Carrots
Fresh Fruit / Juice
                                                                                           
SPORTING EVENTS
STUDENTS
Friday during advisory Science Fair Projects,  Action Contraptions and Various Posters will be on display in the cafeteria.     Science Students will be happy to answer question about their project during that time.   All Early dismissal students are encouraged to stop by.   
ART SHOW
The Apollo Conference Art Show is this evening in the East Gym! Everyone is welcome to come. It starts at 5 and finishes at 7 pm. Please come and support THS tonight!
Counseling Center
Attention Juniors and Seniors:  The University of Illinois at Springfield is hosting an informational meeting for students interested in earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree on March 28 at 6:30 p.m. held at Memorial Center for Learning and Innovation.  If interested in attending, students must RSVP at www.uis.edu/nursing/
Employment Opportunities
The Taylorville Park District is taking applications for the Summer 2017 season. The following types of employment are available: Lifeguards (we will train), pool concessionaires and pool maintenance. Interested candidates must have reached the age of 16 and reside within the Taylorville Park District to be considered for employment. Applications are available at the park office, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. and1 p.m. - 4 p.m. as well www.taylorvilleparkdistrict.com. Applications are also available in the Main Office at THS.


Applications must be turned into the Manners Park Office no later than 4 p.m. Friday, March 3, 2017.  

Thursday, February 23, 2017

TODAY’S LUNCH MENU
Chicken Ranch Flatbread
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Baked Beans / Celery Sticks
Fresh Fruit / Applesauce
                                                                                           
SPORTING EVENTS
No sporting events today.
STUDENTS
Congratulations!
Congratulations to the THS journalism staff on their performance at the 2017 Southern Illinois School Press Association's winter conference, held Wednesday, Feb. 22, at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. The 2016 Drift won the prestigious Golden Dozen Award, while also receiving first-place awards for end sheets, copy writing and theme development, second place for both photography and layout, and third place for dividers and overall coverage. The THS Zephyr won the coveted Blue Banner Award, with senior editor-in-chief Luke Sloan winning first place for front page design and second place for humorous column. Junior Jessica Parsons placed first in editorial column writing, and senior Dakota Hudson placed first in editorial cartooning. In SISPA's on-site competition, Luke Sloan took first place in editorial writing, freshman Sydney Yonk placed first in yearbook feature writing, and senior Thorin Roberts took third place in ad design. Journalism instructor Stephen Steele also received the 2017 W. Manion Rice Newspaper Adviser of the Year Award.
ART SHOW
The Apollo Conference Art Show is this Friday in the East Gym! Everyone is welcome to come. It starts at 5 and finishes at 7 pm. Please come and support THS Friday night!
Employment Opportunities
The Taylorville Park District is taking applications for the Summer 2017 season. The following types of employment are available: Lifeguards (we will train), pool concessionaires and pool maintenance. Interested candidates must have reached the age of 16 and reside within the Taylorville Park District to be considered for employment. Applications are available at the park office, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. and1 p.m. - 4 p.m. as well www.taylorvilleparkdistrict.com. Applications are also available in the Main Office at THS.

Applications must be turned into the Manners Park Office no later than 4 p.m. Friday, March 3, 2017.  

Wednesday, February 22, 2017

TODAY’S LUNCH MENU
Corn Dogs
Mexican Pizza
Carrots / Cucumber Slices
Fresh Fruit / Apple Slices
                                                                                           
SPORTING EVENTS
STUDENTS
Congratulations to Grace Markwell for being selected as this year’s graduation class speaker!
ART SHOW
The Apollo Conference Art Show is this Friday in the East Gym! Everyone is welcome to come. It starts at 5 and finishes at 7 pm. Please come and support THS Friday night!

There will be no driving today with Mr. Calandro.  Regular schedule will resume tomorrow.

Tuesday, February 21, 2017

TODAY’S LUNCH MENU
Spaghetti w/meat sauce
Cheeseburger Pizza
Green Beans / Tomatoes
Fresh Fruit / Peaches
                                                                                           
SPORTING EVENTS

STUDENTS
Please Congratulate Ellie Tippitt for being selected as February's Social Studies Student of the Month!
Today during Advisory Science Students will demonstrate Toothpick Bridge Strength in the cafeteria.  All early dismissal students are welcome to attend.

Friday, February 17, 2017

TODAY’S LUNCH MENU
Buffalo Chicken Flatbread
Hawaiian Ham Pizza
Moroccan Chicken Tagine
Broccoli / Side Salad
Fresh Fruit / apple slices
                                                                                           
SPORTING EVENTS
Saturday, February 18, 2017

STUDENTS
St. Mary’s is hosting a volleyball tournament on Saturday, February 18th.  Team registration begins at 6:00 p.m. with games starting at 6:30 p.m.  Each team may have 6-8 players per team.  This is for high school students only.  Sign-up sheets are in the Main Office.
Musical
This is a reminder that crew applications for the THS Spring Musical are due today by 3:00 p.m.  Many teacher recommendations have been returned (thank you THS staff!), but actual applications are missing and, therefore, incomplete.  You will not be considered unless an application and both recommendations have been received by the directors.
Counseling Center
Attention Students:  Taylorville Memorial Hospital is looking for students to assist in their volunteer program.  This is a great opportunity for students especially those considering a career in the medical field.  If interested, see Ms. Wagoner in Student Services.
Attention Students:  An updated scholarship bulletin is now available in Student Services, from classroom teachers, online on the counseling link of the high school web page, and sent to your school email.  

Attention Seniors - The following scholarship applications are now available in Student Services:

VFW Auxiliary Post 4495 - Due March 15. $500 award. Must be the child of a VFW Post 4495 Veteran or Auxiliary Member


Illinois Retired Teachers Association - Due March 7.  $1,500 award.  Must be accepted into a Teacher Certification Program.