November 15, 2019

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STUDENT BULLETIN

 

Good luck to the Robotics team at Douglas High School on Saturday!

 

Just a reminder, Snow Queen practice is at 6pm on Saturday night in the old gym, and interviews begin Sunday at 2pm.

 

Snow Queen Contest is Sunday at 7:00 p.m. in the gym.

 

All-School Play is Saturday at 3:00 p.m.

 

Lunch line order will change Monday, November 18     1st Lunch 8, 7, 6      2nd Lunch 9, 12, 11, 10

 

Congratulations to the following band students for being accepted into the North Area Honor Band in December. Kayla Jensen (Flute), Rease Jandel (Bass Clarinet), Samantha Pappas (Bari Sax), Cole Bisbee (Baritone), Braden Freeman (Tuba). GREAT JOB!

 

Groton will play McCook Central/Montrose on Thursday, November 21 at 4:30 Mountain Time/5:30 Central Time.  No school on Thursday, November 21 and Friday, November 22.

 

#AnnaStrong Bracelets are for sale in the library.  Bring $2 and you can buy a bracelet from Mrs. Madsen.  There are youth and adult sizes available.  Proceeds go to Anna’s family to help with medical costs, as she continues her fight against Leukemia. Thank you for supporting Anna Fliehs and her family!!

 

Oral Interp and Debate Students planning to attend the November 22-23 meet in Mitchell please sign up on Mrs. Gonsoir’s door by Friday, November 15!

 

The following JH girls need to return their volleyball uniforms to Miss Erickson ASAP: Roni Tank, Emma Kutter, Gretchen Dinger, Emma Bahr, Jeslyn Kosel.

 

2020 Groton Area yearbooks are on pre-order now for $50.  Prices will go up at the beginning of the year, so order yours today.  Contact Mrs. Morehouse or Mrs. Peterson in the business office to place your order.

 

All football players turn in uniforms!!

 

Attention all Dual Credit students!  If you are currently enrolled or plan to enroll in a dual Credit class from any University this spring.  Please plan on attending the Dual Credit meeting on November 19th during 5th Period.  Tracia Hogue from SDSU will be here to discuss dual credit classes, along with answer any questions.

Prom meeting November 12th at lunch in the Guidance classroom.

 

Congratulations to the November Student of the Month!  6th: Talli Wright 7th: Axel Warrington 8th: Camryn Kurtz 9th: Elliana Weismantel 10th: Travis Townsend 11th: Alexis Hanten 12th: Kayla Jensen.  Plan on having your picture taken on Friday at 8:25 in Mrs. Schwan’s Office.

 

Scholarship List

List of scholarship applications can be found at www.grotonarea.com – Menu-  Scholarship Opportunities tab (Very Last one).

 

Richard Duerre Memorial Scholarship Due November 15th

November 13, 2019

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Congratulations to our Volleyball team for winning the SoDak 16 last night.  Groton will play McCook Central/Montrose on Thursday, November 21 at 4:30 Mountain Time/5:30 Central Time.
Happy World Kindness Day!  Locker tags courtesy of the Groton Special Olympics Unified Partners group.  Be kind and humble today and every day!
A huge congratulations to Cadance Tullis and Carter Barse for making SD Jr. Honor Choir!! Way to go!!
Congratulations to the following FFA members for placing and qualifying for the state FFA leadership development event in Pierre.
1st Place Public Speaking – Sam Pappas
1st Place Job Interview – Tessa Erdmann
1st Place Ag Broadcasting – Kannon Coats
1st Place Extemp Speaking – Sam Pappas
District I FFA President – Tessa Erdmann
Josten’s will be here today (Wednesday, Nov. 13) to visit with sophomores at 10:24 and seniors to follow, in the library conference room.  Each meeting will take about 15 minutes.  Sophomores need to bring their computers.
#AnnaStrong Bracelets are for sale in the library.  Bring $2 and you can buy a bracelet from Mrs. Madsen.  There are youth and adult sizes available.  Proceeds go to Anna’s family to help with medical costs, as she continues her fight against Leukemia. Thank you for supporting Anna Fliehs and her family!!
LifeTouch picture retake day is Friday November 15.  If you were absent the day of pictures there are order forms on the counter in the office.
Oral Interp and Debate Students planning to attend the November 22-23 meet in Mitchell please sign up on Mrs. Gonsoir’s door by Friday, November 15!
The following JH girls need to return their volleyball uniforms to Miss Erickson ASAP: Roni Tank, Emma Kutter, Gretchen Dinger,  Emma Bahr, Jeslyn Kosel.
2020 Groton Area yearbooks are on pre-order now for $50.  Prices will go up at the beginning of the year, so order yours today.  Contact Mrs. Morehouse or Mrs. Peterson in the business office to place your order.
The All-School Food Drive will be held on Wednesday, November 13.  All students are welcome, and all the local church youth groups have been invited to participate as well.  Meet in the arena lobby at 6:00.
Pizza and Pop will be served after the food collection!
All football players turn in uniforms!!
FBLA will be hosting a blood drive on Wednesday November 13th, in the High School Gym from 9:00-1:30, please contact Mrs. Compton or an FBLA member if you would like to schedule an appointment to donate!
Attention all Dual Credit students!  If you are currently enrolled or plan to enroll in a dual Credit class from any University this spring.  Please plan on attending the Dual Credit meeting on November 19th during 5th Period.  Tracia Hogue from SDSU will be here to discuss dual credit classes, along with answer any questions.
Prom meeting November 12th at lunch in the Guidance classroom.
Congratulations to the November Student of the Month!  6th: Talli Wright 7th: Axel Warrington 8th: Camryn Kurtz 9th: Elliana Weismantel 10th: Travis Townsend 11th: Alexis Hanten 12th: Kayla Jensen.  Plan on having your picture taken on Friday at 8:25 in Mrs. Schwan’s Office.
Scholarship List
List of scholarship applications can be found at http://www.grotonarea.com – Menu-  Scholarship Opportunities tab (Very Last one).
Richard Duerre Memorial Scholarship Due November 15th

November 11, 2019

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Oral Interp and Debate Students planning to attend the November 22-23 meet in Mitchell please sign up on Mrs. Gonsoir’s door by Friday, November 15!

 

6-12 Band and HS Choir Students: TODAY is the last day to turn in your fundraising packets. Please have them in by the end of the day.

 

ANY JH or HS Student performing in the band or choir for the Vet’s Day Program please wear Red, White, and/or Blue.

 

Those riding the Fan Bus for the SoDak 16 need to be on the bus between 1:30 at 1:40 the bus will depart at 1:45. Reminder to check out at the office prior to leaving the building.  For more information contact Chelsea Hanson.

 

Tuesday’s Volleyball SoDak 16 will be Groton vs. Pine Ridge at 6:00 PM (Central Time) at Fort Pierre.  Good luck Tigers!!!

 

Congratulations to those who make the Honor Roll list.  The full list of students is posted outside of Mrs. Schwan’s office.

 

Wrestling meeting for grades 6-12 on Tuesday at 12:10 in the office conference room.  HS students bring your lunch to the meeting.

 

Snow Queen Talent Competition forms are in the office. Forms need to be turned in to Mr. Swanson by Monday, November 11. Those performing will set up a run-through time with Mr. Swanson. Snow Queen is Sunday, November 17th.

 

The following JH girls need to return their volleyball uniforms to Miss Erickson ASAP: Roni Tank,  Emma Kutter, Gretchen Dinger,  Emma Bahr, Jeslyn Kosel.

 

2020 Groton Area yearbooks are on pre-order now for $50.  Prices will go up at the beginning of the year, so order yours today.  Contact Mrs. Morehouse or Mrs. Peterson in the business office to place your order.

 

The All-School Food Drive will be held on Wednesday, November 13.  All students are welcome, and all the local church youth groups have been invited to participate as well.  Meet in the arena lobby at 6:00.

 

All football players turn in uniforms!!

 

FBLA will be hosting a blood drive on Wednesday November 13th, in the High School Gym from 9:00-1:30, please contact Mrs. Compton or an FBLA member if you would like to schedule an appointment to donate!

 

Attention all Dual Credit students!  If you are currently enrolled or plan to enroll in a dual Credit class from any University this spring.  Please plan on attending the Dual Credit meeting on November 19th during 5th Period.  Tracia Hogue from SDSU will be here to discuss dual credit classes, along with answer any questions.

 

Prom meeting November 12th at lunch in the Guidance classroom.
Dec. 14th ACT registration deadline is Friday Nov. 8th.

 

College Representatives

-Students, you need to stop by Mrs. Schwan’s office to receive a pass from class to attend.

 

Scholarship List

List of scholarship applications can be found at www.grotonarea.com – Menu-  Scholarship Opportunities tab (Very Last one).

 

Richard Duerre Memorial Scholarship Due November 15th

November 8, 2019

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Good luck to the JH Girls Basketball teams at Webster today!

 

Good luck to the Oral Interpers at Aberdeen today!

 

Good luck to the Robotics Team at Mitchell Tech on Saturday!

 

6-12 Band and HS Choir Students: TODAY is the last day to turn in your fundraising packets. Please have them in by the end of the day.

 

ANY JH or HS Student performing in the band or choir for the Vet’s Day Program please wear Red, White, and/or Blue.

 

Tuesday’s Volleyball SoDak 16 will be Groton vs. Pine Ridge at 6:00 PM (Central Time) at Fort Pierre.

 

Congratulations to those who make the Honor Roll list.  The full list of students is posted outside of Mrs. Schwan’s office.

 

Wrestling meeting for grades 6-12 on Tuesday at 12:10 in the office conference room.  HS students bring your lunch to the meeting.

 

Junior Snow Queen group picture will be Friday, November 8 at 3:15 p.m. in the library.

 

Snow Queen Talent Competition forms are in the office. Forms need to be turned in to Mr. Swanson by Monday, November 11. Those performing will set up a run-through time with Mr. Swanson. Snow Queen is Sunday, November 17th.

 

The United Methodist Church is having their annual Fall Dinner this Sunday, November 10 from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm.  They are serving roast beef, mashed potatoes, corn, and delicious homemade desserts. Cost for the meal is $10 for adults, $5 for ages 6 and up, and ages 5 and younger eat free.

 

The following JH girls need to return their volleyball uniforms to Miss Erickson ASAP: Carly Guthmiller, Camryn Kurtz, Sydney Leicht, Roni Tank, Faith Traphagen, Emma Kutter, Gretchen Dinger, Elizabeth Fliehs, Laila Roberts, Emma Bahr, Jeslyn Kosel.

 

2020 Groton Area yearbooks are on pre-order now for $50.  Prices will go up at the beginning of the year, so order yours today.  Contact Mrs. Morehouse or Mrs. Peterson in the business office to place your order.

 

The All-School Food Drive will be held on Wednesday, November 13.  All students are welcome, and all the local church youth groups have been invited to participate as well.  Meet in the arena lobby at 6:00.

 

All football players turn in uniforms!!

 

FBLA will be hosting a blood drive on Wednesday November 13th, in the High School Gym from 9:00-1:30, please contact Mrs. Compton or an FBLA member if you would like to schedule an appointment to donate!

 

Attention all Dual Credit students!  If you are currently enrolled or plan to enroll in a dual Credit class from any University this spring.  Please plan on attending the Dual Credit meeting on November 19th during 5th Period.  Tracia Hogue from SDSU will be here to discuss dual credit classes, along with answer any questions.

 

Prom meeting November 12th at lunch in the Guidance classroom.
Dec. 14th ACT registration deadline is Friday Nov. 8th.

 

College Representatives

-Students, you need to stop by Mrs. Schwan’s office to receive a pass from class to attend.

 

Scholarship List

List of scholarship applications can be found at www.grotonarea.com – Menu-  Scholarship Opportunities tab (Very Last one).

 

Richard Duerre Memorial Scholarship Due November 15th

 

Other Post Education Date

November 8th                    Nurse for a day

 

 

November 7, 2019

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Junior Snow Queen group picture will be Friday, November 8 at 3:15 p.m. in the library.
Snow Queen Talent Competition forms are in the office. Forms need to be turned in to Mr. Swanson by Monday, November 11. Those performing will set up a run-through time with Mr. Swanson. Snow Queen is Sunday, November 17th.
Groton will play Milbank on Thursday, November 7 at 7:00 p.m.  in the second round of the Class A Region 1 Volleyball matches.  Good luck Tigers!!  Student activity tickets and adult passes cannot be used.  $4 Students   $6 Adults
All oral interpers and debaters, please sign up for Friday and Saturday’s contests by 3:30 today (Tuesday). The sign up sheet is outside Mrs. Gonsoir’s door.
The United Methodist Church is having their annual Fall Dinner this Sunday, November 10 from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm.  They are serving roast beef, mashed potatoes, corn, and delicious homemade desserts. Cost for the meal is $10 for adults, $5 for ages 6 and up, and ages 5 and younger eat free.
The following JH girls need to return their volleyball uniforms to Miss Erickson ASAP: Carly Guthmiller, Camryn Kurtz, Sydney Leicht, Roni Tank, Faith Traphagen, Emma Kutter, Gretchen Dinger, Elizabeth Fliehs, Laila Roberts, Emma Bahr, Jeslyn Kosel.
2020 Groton Area yearbooks are on pre-order now for $50.  Prices will go up at the beginning of the year, so order yours today.  Contact Mrs. Morehouse or Mrs. Peterson in the business office to place your order.
The All-School Food Drive will be held on Wednesday, November 13.  All students are welcome, and all the local church youth groups have been invited to participate as well.  Meet in the arena lobby at 6:00.
All football players turn in uniforms!!
FBLA will be hosting a blood drive on Wednesday November 13th, in the High School Gym from 9:00-1:30, please contact Mrs. Compton or an FBLA member if you would like to schedule an appointment to donate!
Attention all Dual Credit students!  If you are currently enrolled or plan to enroll in a dual Credit class from any University this spring.  Please plan on attending the Dual Credit meeting on November 19th during 5th Period.  Tracia Hogue from SDSU will be here to discuss dual credit classes, along with answer any questions.
Prom meeting November 12th at lunch in the Guidance classroom.
Dec. 14th ACT registration deadline is Friday Nov. 8th.
College Representatives
-Students, you need to stop by Mrs. Schwan’s office to receive a pass from class to attend.
Scholarship List
List of scholarship applications can be found at http://www.grotonarea.com – Menu-  Scholarship Opportunities tab (Very Last one).
Richard Duerre Memorial Scholarship Due November 15th
Other Post Education Date
November 8th                    Nurse for a day

November 6, 2019

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STUDENT BULLETIN

Snow Queen Talent Competition forms are in the office. Forms need to be turned in to Mr. Swanson by Monday, November 11. Those performing will set up a run-through time with Mr. Swanson. Snow Queen is Sunday, November 17th.
Groton will play Milbank on Thursday, November 7 in the second round of the Class A Region 1 Volleyball matches.  Student activity tickets and adult passes cannot be used.  $4 Students   $6 Adults
Congratulations to Jonathan Doeden, Alex Morris, Kaden Kurtz, Brody DeHoet, Thomas Cranford for making the NEC Football team!!
All oral interpers and debaters, please sign up for Friday and Saturday’s contests by 3:30 today (Tuesday). The sign up sheet is outside Mrs. Gonsoir’s door.
The United Methodist Church is having their annual Fall Dinner this Sunday, November 10 from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm.  They are serving roast beef, mashed potatoes, corn, and delicious homemade desserts. Cost for the meal is $10 for adults, $5 for ages 6 and up, and ages 5 and younger eat free.
Football meeting will be on Wednesday (today) after school in Mr. Wanner’s room for grades 8-11.
The following JH girls need to return their volleyball uniforms to Miss Erickson ASAP: Carly Guthmiller, Camryn Kurtz, Sydney Leicht, Roni Tank, Faith Traphagen, Emma Kutter, Gretchen Dinger, Elizabeth Fliehs, Laila Roberts, Emma Bahr, Jeslyn Kosel.
Congratulations to Nicole Marzahn for being selected as the Daughters of the American Revolutions Good Citizenship award.
Emmanuel Luther Church is hosting Gospel Solutions to Social Issues.   Suicide and Bullying is the topic on November 6th.  Light meal at 5:45 with the seminar starting at 6:30 p.m.   No charge to attend.  Free will offering.
FBLA meeting Thursday, November 7th at 8:00 AM in Mrs. Compton’s room.  Breakfast will be served!
2020 Groton Area yearbooks are on pre-order now for $50.  Prices will go up at the beginning of the year, so order yours today.  Contact Mrs. Morehouse or Mrs. Peterson in the business office to place your order.
The All-School Food Drive will be held on Wednesday, November 13.  All students are welcome, and all the local church youth groups have been invited to participate as well.  Meet in the arena lobby at 6:00.
All football players turn in uniforms!!
FBLA will be hosting a blood drive on Wednesday November 13th, in the High School Gym from 9:00-1:30, please contact Mrs. Compton or an FBLA member if you would like to schedule an appointment to donate!
Attention all Dual Credit students!  If you are currently enrolled or plan to enroll in a dual Credit class from any University this spring.  Please plan on attending the Dual Credit meeting on November 19th during 5th Period.  Tracia Hogue from SDSU will be here to discuss dual credit classes, along with answer any questions.
Prom meeting November 12th at lunch in the Guidance classroom.
College Representatives
-Students, you need to stop by Mrs. Schwan’s office to receive a pass from class to attend.
November 6th at 12:45 – Air Force
Scholarship List
List of scholarship applications can be found at http://www.grotonarea.com – Menu-  Scholarship Opportunities tab (Very Last one).
Other Post Education Date
November 6th                    NCRC testing 8:30 am
November 8th                    Nurse for a day

November 5, 2019

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Good luck to the volleyball team against Sisseton tonight!!
Groton will host two Class A Region 1 Volleyball matches on Tuesday, November 5.  Student activity tickets and adult passes cannot be used.  $4 Students   $6 Adults
The first game, Redfield vs. TZ, will begin at 6:00 PM and the second game, Groton Area vs. Sisseton, will follow.
Congratulations to Jonathan Doeden, Alex Morris, Kaden Kurtz, Brody DeHoet, Thomas Cranford for making the NEC Football team!!
All oral interpers and debaters, please sign up for Friday and Saturday’s contests by 3:30 today (Tuesday). The sign up sheet is outside Mrs. Gonsoir’s door.
The United Methodist Church is having their annual Fall Dinner this Sunday, November 10 from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm.  They are serving roast beef, mashed potatoes, corn, and delicious homemade desserts. Cost for the meal is $10 for adults, $5 for ages 6 and up, and ages 5 and younger eat free.
There will be a junior varsity/varsity boys’ basketball meeting on Tuesday at 3:30 P.M. in Mrs. Kurtz’s room.  -Coach Dolan
Football meeting will be on Wednesday after school in Mr. Wanner’s room for grades 8-11.
The following JH girls need to return their volleyball uniforms to Miss Erickson ASAP: Carly Guthmiller, Camryn Kurtz, Sydney Leicht, Roni Tank, Faith Traphagen, Emma Kutter, Gretchen Dinger, Elizabeth Fliehs, Laila Roberts, Emma Bahr, Jeslyn Kosel.
Congratulations to Nicole Marzahn for being selected as the Daughters of the American Revolutions Good Citizenship award.
Emmanuel Luther Church is hosting Gospel Solutions to Social Issues.   Suicide and Bullying is the topic on November 6th.  Light meal at 5:45 with the seminar starting at 6:30 p.m.   No charge to attend.  Free will offering.
FBLA meeting Thursday, November 7th at 8:00 AM in Mrs. Compton’s room.  Breakfast will be served!
2020 Groton Area yearbooks are on pre-order now for $50.  Prices will go up at the beginning of the year, so order yours today.  Contact Mrs. Morehouse or Mrs. Peterson in the business office to place your order.
The All-School Food Drive will be held on Wednesday, November 13.  All students are welcome, and all the local church youth groups have been invited to participate as well.  Meet in the arena lobby at 6:00.
All football players turn in uniforms!!
FBLA will be hosting a blood drive on Wednesday November 13th, in the High School Gym from 9:00-1:30, please contact Mrs. Compton or an FBLA member if you would like to schedule an appointment to donate!
Attention all Dual Credit students!  If you are currently enrolled or plan to enroll in a dual Credit class from any University this spring.  Please plan on attending the Dual Credit meeting on November 19th during 5th Period.  Tracia Hogue from SDSU will be here to discuss dual credit classes, along with answer any questions.
Prom meeting November 12th at lunch in the Guidance classroom.
College Representatives
-Students, you need to stop by Mrs. Schwan’s office to receive a pass from class to attend.
November 5th at 1pm – Lake Area Tech in Watertown SD
November 6th at 12:45 – Air Force
Scholarship List
List of scholarship applications can be found at http://www.grotonarea.com – Menu-  Scholarship Opportunities tab (Very Last one).
Other Post Education Date
November 6th                    NCRC testing 8:30 am
November 8th                    Nurse for a day