High School Announcements 11/4/24

• High School Activities
  • Wednesday, November 6
    • One hour early dismissal
  • Thursday, November 7
    • Fall Musical “The Music Man” 7:00
  • Friday, November 8
    • Football Quarterfinal Playoffs @ home vs Solon
  • Saturday, November 9
    • Fall Musical “The Music Man”  1:00 and 7:00

• Menu link
  • Menu change—November 5 will be walking tacos instead of super nachos

• Homeroom Schedule
  • Monday, November 4: FR: Session 7: To Be List Pt. 3; SO: Session 7: Mental Health Foundations Pt. 2; JR: Session 7: From Bystander to Advocate; SR: Session 7: From Bystander to Advocate
  • Tuesday, November 5: Application of Session 7
  • Thursday, November 7: Structured Study Hall
  • Friday, November 8: Structured Study Hall; Pre-Written Pass Possibility

• Please read the letter at the bottom of the announcements for a great opportunity for students to serve as a member of the Humboldt School Board.

• “The Music Man” tickets are available in the office.  $8.00 for adults, $5.00 for students. It’s going to be a GREAT show!!!  Note-the Friday night show has been moved to Saturday afternoon at 1:00.

• Date Change– Please sign up in the office if you are interested in basketball or wrestling cheerleading. There will be a meeting Tuesday, November 12th at 3:45 in the HS Media Center. Tryout practice Wednesday,November 13th at 3:45-6:00. Tryouts Thursday, November 14th at 4:00.

• The After Prom Committee is fundraising with Pampered Chef.  All funds raised help us provide the kids a fun, safe event after the dance.  Orders ship directly to you, and all orders are due November 29th.  Help us out and get a jump start on Christmas shopping!  Thanks for checking it out.  

https://www.pamperedchef.com/party/afterprom

• Iowa State and NDSI will be wrestling at Humboldt on Sunday, December 15. ISU/ NDSU Ticket Link
• Juniors and Seniors can now make changes to their second-semester schedule (including college classes) through November 8^th.  All students can adjust their schedule for the second semester starting on November 11th.

• Online store for girls basketball clothing will be open until November 13. https://humboldtgirlsbasketball24.itemorder.com/shop/home/

• Dance team ordering link: Humboldt Danct Team Link The link closes on November 10.

• Online store for girls wrestling clothing will be open until 11/7. If you are interested, the link is below.

https://humboldtgirlswrestling24.itemorder.com/shop/home/

• The Boys Basketball team apparel store is now open. The shop closes today. https://bit.ly/3UiGb9i

• SkillsUSA officer applications are due to Mr. Hanus by November 30.

• The Culture Trip is proud to announce that Winter Formal will be Saturday, December 7th from 8:00 – 11:00 PM in the HS Cafeteria.  If you are interested in helping the Culture Trip students plan, organize, and decorate, please use the following link to join the Remind for important information: https://www.remind.com/join/kf4eeb2

• Senior Portraits for the yearbook are due by the end of Thanksgiving Break. Email a digital copy to Mrs. K at rkeolakhonevong@humboldt.k12.ia.us

• College and military representatives  will be at the high school on the following dates:
  • 11/7 Northwest Iowa CC Rep visit @ 11:00

• All juniors will take the  ASVAB  on November 7  in Auditorium Lobby @ 9:00

• Star Wars, Ticket to Ride, Catan, Disney Villains, War Chest, Sorcerer’s Arena or bring a game for others to play.  WILDCAT WARRIORS GAME CLUB.  We meet every Monday and Thursday from 3:30 to 5:30 in the High School Media Center.  JOIN the REMIND for Information and Updates:   TEXT to 81010 in the message put @3ce28b3

See Mr. Lauger or Mr. Doslund for more information.

• FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) welcomes all students, not just athletes. FCA will meet every other Sunday at Mrs. Beach’s home (201 12^th St SW, Humboldt) 6:00-7:30. A light meal will be provided with fellowship time.  The meeting dates for this fall are:   11/3, 11/17, 12/1 and 12/15. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Beach. 

Dear High School Students,

Our School Board Members and district administrators strongly believe in shared leadership and decision-making. Once again, we invite a high school student to serve on our school board from December 16, 2024 through July 2025. We need student board members who are able to communicate and relate with ALL student groups, grades, and staff members.

Eligibility and duties:

• board meetings are typically the third Monday evening at 5:30 each month. Attendance is important.
• be a full-time high school student in the district 
• participate in an orientation of board responsibilities and procedures as determined by the Superintendent; 
• participate in the discussion, but not vote, at all regular board meetings held in open session;
• facilitate communication between the board and student body
• assist with gathering survey and stakeholder information
• participate in district committees
• abide by all applicable sections of the Board Members’ Code of Ethics

Applications are due November 8, 2024. Please go to the following link to apply:   HS Board Member Application

I look forward to hearing from those interested and welcome your questions. My email is jmurray@humboldt.k12.ia.us. Feel free to approach me anytime you see me.

Jim Murray