Wednesday, October 30, 2019

TODAY’S LUNCH MENU

Salisbury steak w/gravy
Corn Dog
Meatball Pizza
Mashed Potatoes
Side Salad
Fresh Fruit / Peaches

SCHOOL EVENTS
No sporting events

Students

Congratulations to the following October Student of the Month
Talia Moffet, Senior
Weston Erlenbush, Junior
Keely Andrews, Sophomore
Cole Paulek, Freshman

THS Rule Reminder of the Week

Early Dismissal Incentives -

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors will be exempt from Advisory class if they meet the following criteria:

1. Earn a C+ 76.5% or better in all classes

2. Not miss more than 4 verified days per class/per semester (Medical related absences do not apply)

3. Zero instances of Truancy, AER, ATS, or OSS

4. Students who have earned EDI and then fail a class (at Quarter) will be placed in an Advisory for the remainder of the Semester for academic assistance.

5. Students may be placed in an Advisory if they choose.

6. Students may meet with teachers, make-up test, or get assistance during Advisory even if they have earned the Early Dismissal Incentive. (EDI students that choose to stay for Advisory must do so until 3:01 p.m.)

Musical

ATTENTION THS SINGERS AND ACTORS! Announcing auditions for the 2020 Spring Musical - The Addams Family! Auditions will be January 13, 14, and 15. Pick up an information sheet and audition music in the THS Main Office.

THS Strength Training

With the cold weather settling in, it’s time to get some new THS winter gear. The THS Strength & Conditioning Online Apparel store is now available. The store is open to ALL, has many active wear options for both men and women. The store closes November 10th, and all items will be delivered to THS on November 25th. All proceeds will go to support our NEW THS Powerlifting Team (coming soon) and Special Olympics Illinois. If you are interested, please see Coach Mateer for ordering details.

https://primodesigns.net/taylorville_strength/shop/home

Student Council

Student Council will be hosting a Volleyball Tournament on Monday, November 4th at 6:30 p.m. in the THS West Gym. Registration sheets are available in the Main Office. Teams must consist of 6-8 players at least 2 of opposite gender. Entry fee is $5 per person. Come out and support THS Student Council. Any question contact Kyley Wolf: wolfkyl000@tcusd3.org

Junior

There will be a junior class meeting during advisory on Monday, November 4th in the cafeteria.

Attention all freshman

There is a field trip opportunity for ALL FRESHMAN on Wednesday, Nov 13! Freshman will have the choice to visit one of three locations: The University of Illinois at Springfield, Lincoln Land Community College and CACC, or the Building Trades Expo Show in Springfield.

There are permission slips in your freshman seminar class, in the main office, or you can see Mr. Odam in Room 141. All permission slips need to be signed by a parent/guardian and returned to Mr. Odam no later than Friday, Nov 8th!

Honor Roll

First Quarter Honor Rolls are posted in the Main Office. If you are eligible for the honor roll, please verify that your name has been included. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Sandy Williams.

Counseling Center

SENIORS: Jostens will be on campus on Thursday, October 31 at 8:30 am to discuss graduation orders.

SENIORS: You are invited to Campus Visit Day at Lincoln Land Community College-Taylorville on Wednesday, November 6. The free event will be held at LLCC-Taylorville, 800 S Spresser, from 5-7 p.m. The event provides information on how to enroll and pay for college and a tour that includes classrooms, student services and the construction/welding bays. Visitors are invited to view exhibits and speak with LLCC representatives, take a short career assessment, apply for admission and get assistance with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To register, visit www.llcc.edu/taylorville

The following colleges/universities will be here to meet with students. If interested in attending, please register in Student Services and get a pass from a counselor:

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale (IL) October 31, 2019 at 2:30pm.
Rockford University (IL) November 4, 2019 at 1:30pm.
Eureka College (IL) November 5, 2019 at 8:30am
Western Illinois University (IL) November 14, 2019 at 10:00am