Announcements

LENTEN PRAYER

Loving God, as we continue our Lenten journey, guide us to the path that leads to you. Fill our heart with gratitude, patience, strength, and peace. As we  renew our resolve each day to become a better person, let us hear your voice in the deepest reaches of our heart. Amen. 

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The Craft Club is meeting this Thursday during WIN A to make Easter cards for the Sisters at the Monastery! All materials will be provided. Please sign up with Ms. Bourget for WIN A Thursday. All are welcome! 

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Tonight from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM, in the Hill-Murray Teachers Lounge, there will be an informational meeting to learn about the Hill-Murray Fishing Team.

The Fishing Team provides a fun way to learn more about fishing and will help you catch more fish. There are opportunities to ice fish with the team during the winter months, and many chances to fish in the spring and summer. You do not need a boat to join the Fishing Team.

For students involved in other sports, the Fishing Team season generally does not interfere with other athletic commitments, as it typically starts in late spring and ends before the start of fall sports. The only potential overlap may be with summer baseball.

The Fishing Team is open to students in grades 8–12. Please plan on attending the informational meeting to learn more. Parents and current fishing team members are encouraged to attend as well. Enter the school through the main front doors.

 Once again, the meeting is Monday, April 7th, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the Teachers Lounge.

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Seniors, just a reminder that your parents need to complete a permission slip form in order for you to participate in the Pioneer Period Senior Privilege.  Dr Skinner is helping with the following up on this and if your parents did not turn one in, she sent you an email this morning. If you did not get an email from her, that means your parents have already completed the permission slip form. 

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BECKY FANDRICH

We have some exciting news, we are planning an amazing HM student trip to ITALY, not this summer…but NEXT Summer!  This trip is open to current 9th, 10th, and 11th-grade students.

We encourage you to come to the student/ Parent information meeting on Monday, April 14 at 7 PM.  All students interested in learning more about this amazing trip should plan to attend the meeting on April 14th at 7 pm!  See Ms. Fandrich or Mr. Misenor with any questions

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BECKY & PAUL

Today we have a special guest, Charlie Brown’s Teacher! (Noise)

Let me translate that for you… 

He is here to invite all Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors to apply for Peer Ministry

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We are looking for students who want to grow in their faith, help lead at Mass, and do outreach in our Hill-Murray Community.

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Please check your email for the application on a Google Form. 

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Which is due by April 17th

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If you have any questions, please let Mr. Deziel or Ms. Fandrich know

(Noise)

Bye

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STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS 

MARY W

Hi, pioneers, this is Mary W. Pass Down the Gown is hosting a special pop-up event on April 8th and 9th. Please feel free to come and stop by before school, during WIN time, during break, or during lunch periods to pick out a free sustainable dress. This is a great opportunity to find the perfect dress for prom or any upcoming special occasion. Don’t miss out on the chance to prepare for prom while supporting a nonprofit business. Thank you and have a great day! 

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REESE & CAMILLE 

Reese: Hey, Pioneers, The Service for Life club is hosting a service experience during WIN A and B tomorrow! We will be making easter baskets for the sisters at the monastery.

Camille: Sign up under Ms. Fandrich if you wish to attend. We hope to see you there!

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MS. MARIN

Finally, it is Yondr time! Students, please take out your phones and your open Yondr pouch. Your teachers will ask you to lock it away for the day. Our goal is to be phone free from the start of school until 2:40. It’s always best to have your Yondr locked when it’s empty in your backpack, as that will help keep the locking pin safe. Simply unlock your Yondr on the way into school each day, and after you release it at the end of the day, close and lock your Yondr again before you put in your backpack. 

LENTEN PRAYER – PEER MINISTER – ADRIANA W

Dear Lord,

As the school year begins to wind down and the days grow longer and warmer, we come to You with gratitude. Thank You for the strength and wisdom You have given us throughout this season of learning. Thank You for the challenges that have helped us grow and the moments of joy that have reminded us of Your goodness.

As we approach the final stretch of school, give us the focus and perseverance to finish well. Help us to stay motivated in our studies, manage our time wisely, and find peace in the busyness. When we feel overwhelmed, remind us to trust in You.

Thank You for walking with us through every season of life. Let us trust in Your plan and Your timing.

Amen.

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Uniform Orders are in and ready for pick up. They are located on the table outside the Office of Student Life.

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This announcement is for any students interested in participating in Esports this spring. Registration is open through this weekend. The Esports club is currently looking for students who play Marvel Rivals or Minecraft Bedwars in order to fill a roster. You can find more info about all the game offerings in your email. If you’re interested in signing up, please email Mr. Goetzke or stop by to see him in room 116. 

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Attention all Football team.  We are coming up on the end of the raffle ticket fundraiser.  Check your Hill-Murray email – coach Reeves has emailed you specifics regarding selling tickets.  Your parents have also received emails.  We are looking to break last year’s record so get out there and SELL!!!

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On Monday, April 7th, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM, in the Hill-Murray Teachers Lounge, there will be an informational meeting to learn about the Hill-Murray Fishing Team.

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From the Senior All Night Party Planning Committee:

Attention Seniors! Please remember to RSVP, complete the Burrow waiver, and submit your Kindergarten photo by April 18th (or sooner). Check your email for the registration link. All Seniors are invited to the Senior All Night Party – don’t miss out!

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This announcement is for boys golfers. Friendly reminder that your final round of tryouts today has been moved to Loggers Trail. Check your email for important updates regarding tee times and early dismissal times. Reach out to Coach Goetzke if you have any questions. 

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Hi everyone!  Ms. Fandrich and Mr. Misenor here!

We have some exciting news, we are planning an amazing HM student trip to ITALY, not this summer…but NEXT Summer!  This trip is open to current 9th, 10th, and 11th-grade students. 

It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience Italian history, art, and theology! This trip starts in Venice, then off to Florence, and we’ll end in Rome! We will able to see things like the famous Canals and Bridges of Venice, The Duomo and the David in Florence, and the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Vatican with the beautiful Sistine Chapel.

We will enjoy Italian food such as authentic pizza and gelato! See a glass blowing demonstration, and explore these great cities!

We encourage you to come to the student/ Parent information meeting on Monday, April 14 at 7 PM.  This trip is open to all current 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students on a first come, first-served basis!  All students interested in learning more about this amazing trip should plan to attend the meeting on April 14th at 7 pm!  See Ms. Fandrich or Mr. Misenor with any questions! 

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STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENT

GISELE P

“Hi students, this is Gisele P! Pass Down the Gown is hosting a special pop-up event on April 8th and 9th. Stop by before school, during WIN time, break, or during lunch periods to pick out a sustainable dress-completely free! This is a great opportunity to find the perfect dress for prom or any upcoming special occasion. Don’t miss out on the chance to prepare for prom while supporting sustainability. See you there!” 

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ABBY L

Good Morning Pioneers!

This is Abby and Nora here to let everyone know that there is another Pio Pickup service opportunity this coming Wednesday, April 9th! Once again, we are meeting at 7:30 am. However, this time, we will meet at the front entrance instead of the commons because of construction. There will be donuts and we hope you can make it!

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DANIEL I

Today is the last day of AI week and the last day for Professor Nimble and Midas. Yesterday Professor Nimble was very tough. Of the more than 50 games it played, it lost only 9 times. Today will be even tougher–it’s almost unbeatable! Professor Nimble has a secret though. Just by asking the right question, you can greatly improve your chances of winning. Today we are giving away the grand prize–$15 starbucks gift cards!  Anybody who beats Professor Nimble today will have their name entered in a drawing to WIN the prize. We will announce the winners at the end of the day. Good luck!

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MS. FANDRICH

Good morning

Today is a very special day—We invite you to join us for a special Reconciliation Prayer Service in the Fieldhouse today during your 7th hour Class. This is a wonderful opportunity for reflection, healing, and spiritual growth during the season of LENT.

During the prayer service, we will have the Sacrament of Confession available for those who wish to participate. Whether you’re seeking forgiveness or simply wish to deepen your faith through praying with the priest, this is a great opportunity.

You will be sitting with your 7th Hour Class! 

6-9th graders, head down to the fieldhouse after 5th Hour. Please leave your backpacks in your 5th Hour class. 10th -12th Graders will go to the second prayer service, so please leave your backpacks in your 7th hour. 

In addition, Fr. John will be offering MASS for High School students during their WIN in the chapel. Please sign up under Fr. John. 

Also, a reminder that it is no meat Friday, this means that the burger station has BLACK BEAN burgers, not hamburgers or cheeseburgers. Choose your lunch well! You don’t get to return it and choose something else because you didn’t read the sign that says BLACK BEAN burgers. 

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MS. FANDRICH

Finally, it is Yondr time! Students, please take out your phones and your open Yondr pouch. Your teachers will ask you to lock it away for the day. Our goal is to be phone free from the start of school until 2:40. It’s always best to have your Yondr locked when it’s empty in your backpack, as that will help keep the locking pin safe. Simply unlock your Yondr on the way into school each day, and after you release it at the end of the day, close and lock your Yondr again before you put in your backpack. 

LENTEN PRAYER

Loving God, as we prepare for our Lenten reconciliation prayer service tomorrow, help us to remember that you are a loving and compassionate God who forgives us and loves us without limits.  Open our hearts so that we are not afraid to come to you with our faults and our shortcomings, knowing that it is grace and mercy that you show us.  Amen. 

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Uniform Orders are in and ready for pick up. They are located on the table outside the Office of Student Life.

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On Monday, April 7th, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM, in the Hill-Murray Teachers Lounge, there will be an informational meeting to learn about the Hill-Murray Fishing Team.

The Fishing Team provides a fun way to learn more about fishing and will help you catch more fish. There are opportunities to ice fish with the team during the winter months, and many chances to fish in the spring and summer. You do not need a boat to join the Fishing Team.

For students involved in other sports, the Fishing Team season generally does not interfere with other athletic commitments, as it typically starts in late spring and ends before the start of fall sports. The only potential overlap may be with summer baseball.

The Fishing Team is open to students in grades 8–12. Please plan on attending the informational meeting to learn more. Parents and current fishing team members are encouraged to attend as well. Enter the school through the main front doors.

 Once again, the meeting is Monday, April 7th, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the Teachers Lounge.

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MAY BE A STUDENT?

Yesterday was a good day for Professor Nimble! It won 60% of the games it played, and it is getting very hard to beat. If can manage to beat professor nimble today, you can win a full sized candy bar! Midas is not learning quite as quickly – it’s game is a lot more complicated – but the more we challenge it, the more it has a chance to learn. Look for both AI machines in the cafeteria today. 

Artificial intelligence can do a lot more than help you with your homework. Did you know that AI is being used to discover new medicines and help diagnose diseases? The agricultural industry is also using AI to monitor crops, anticipate yield, and predict which pests might be a problem. The applications of AI are nearly endless. Stop by the tables in the cafeteria during lunch to learn more.

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MS. FANDRICH

Starting next week, we will begin construction on the Hill-Murray Student Union. While we are excited about this addition, we will need to be ready for some small inconveniences during construction.  

One of the largest inconveniences will be the closing off of the commons entrance and TNC entrance. To get into the building, students will need to enter through the Field House, the Commons north doors, or the main entrance. 

In addition, students will need to be extra aware if they arrive to school after 8:00 as deliveries will be arriving at the construction site, and at times, the main entrance sidewalk will be closed off. 

To sum it up, give yourself a little extra time to get to school and be safe around the construction zone! 

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Finally, it is Yondr time! Students, please take out your phones and your open Yondr pouch. Your teachers will ask you to lock it away for the day. Our goal is to be phone free from the start of school until 2:40. It’s always best to have your Yondr locked when it’s empty in your backpack, as that will help keep the locking pin safe. Simply unlock your Yondr on the way into school each day, and after you release it at the end of the day, close and lock your Yondr again before you put in your backpack. 

LENTEN PRAYER

As we continue our Lenten journey we bring to mind Psalm 25 that says, “Make me to know your ways, O LORD; teach me your paths.”  Loving God, during this season of Lent, help us to be open to following your path, open to learning more about your great love for us and for the compassion that you call us to show each other.  Amen. 

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Uniform Orders are in and ready for pick up. They are located on the table outside the Office of Student Life.

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Congratulations to the HOSA members who traveled to St. Cloud over the past three days to compete at the State Leadership Conference. Our team, along with other chapters in our region, was named “Region of the Year” and awarded the trophy for most participation at HOSA events this year.

A specific congratulations goes to…

-Claire McGrath who placed 4th in Job Seeking Skills

-Timothy Jones who placed 2nd in Dental Terminology

-Mya Bertram, Avery Rossow, Nichole Bertini and Julia Montgomery who placed in the top 5 in Native Health Advocacy and 2nd in the Anatomage tournament, after TYING in the championship game and having to play a tie-breaker game. 

And finally…

-Mya Bertram, Avery Rossow, Nichole Bertini, Julia Montgomery and Timothy Jones who placed FIRST in Creative Problem Solving. 

It was a fantastic end to an incredible season. Please congratulate members if you see them. 

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STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS 

LEXI W

Good morning Pioneers! This is Lexi W here with your Wellness Wednesday. This week, I want to talk about how important learning new skills can be for your mental health. Ranging from a new sport like pickleball to a new card trick, or even as extreme as a new language, learning new things is helpful when improving your mental health. This learning can help push out negative thoughts and emotions and replace it with something positive. Thank you and have a wonderful wednesday.

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AKILAN M

Today is day 3 of AI week. Yesterday, Professor Nimble played 42 games and won 14. That’s ⅓ of the games! Midas played 67 games and won 17 which is also about a third of games. If you can beat one of the bots today, the prizes are even better, but watch out because the bots are getting smarter!

Both Midas and Professor Nimble are simple examples of a “Supervised Machine Learning Algorithm.” When we say it’s supervised that means that it gets feedback on whether it is right or wrong. After each game we let the bots know whether they have won or lost. This feedback helps the algorithm learn the best strategies for the game. Other examples of Supervised Machine Learning are email spam filters and voice and face recognition. Things like ChatGPT, on the other hand, are examples of “Unsupervised” learning. These algorithms learn patterns within the data without getting feedback. If you want to learn more talk to the Machine Learning Club!

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MS. MARIN

Attention seniors! Please stop by the Office of Student Life for a colored copy of the senior events flyer that we discussed in our meeting yesterday. I also emailed you the entire slide deck and the information page regarding Pioneer Hour. 

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Starting next week, we will begin construction on the Hill-Murray Student Union. While we are excited about this addition, we will need to be ready for some small inconveniences during construction.  

One of the largest inconveniences will be the closing off of the commons entrance and TNC entrance. To get into the building, students will need to enter through the Field House, the Commons north doors, or the main entrance. 

In addition, students will need to be extra aware if they arrive to school after 8:00 as deliveries will be arriving at the construction site, and at times, the main entrance sidewalk will be closed off. 

To sum it up, give yourself a little extra time to get to school and be safe around the construction zone! 

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Finally, it is Yondr time! Students, please take out your phones and your open Yondr pouch. Your teachers will ask you to lock it away for the day. Our goal is to be phone free from the start of school until 2:40. It’s always best to have your Yondr locked when it’s empty in your backpack, as that will help keep the locking pin safe. Simply unlock your Yondr on the way into school each day, and after you release it at the end of the day, close and lock your Yondr again before you put in your backpack. 

LENTEN PRAYER

Loving God – during this Lenten season you call us to conversion of heart. Let us take a moment of silence to contemplate what these 40 days of Lent might mean to us spiritually.  (pause)  – as we continue our day we remember  what peace there may be in silence.  Amen. 

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Happy April Fool’s Day, or poisson d’avril as they say in French. French Club has organized a school-wide game for today based on a French tradition. In France students try to sneakily tape a paper fish onto the backs of their classmates to call them an April Fool.

In French club today we will prepare the paper fish, and then be on the lookout, you might get a fish taped to your back! If you do, come see Dr. Obernolte or Monsieur Kolb in 118 or 136 to win some Swedish Fish as a prize. 

If you’d like to be someone who tapes the fish on people, sign up for Monsieur Kolb’s WIN this morning and you’ll color some fish to tape on your friends’ backs. Joyeux poisson d’avril les Pionniers ! Soyez vigilants et vigilantes !

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Attention Hill-Murray students and staff! 

The Hill-Murray Fishing Team is proud to present a special event for the North East Metro Conference!

Join us for an exciting evening with Sam Rardin — a Mille Lacs smallmouth fishing guide and tournament angler — as he shares expert tips to help take your fishing game to the next level.

This event is open to all HM Students and Parents interested in the HM Fishing Team

 Date: Tuesday, April 1st
 Location: Hill-Murray High School Auditorium
 Doors open at 6:15 PM, Program begins at 6:30 PM

Topics include:
 Spring-to-summer transitions – baits, cover, structure, and the overall hunt
 Plus a Q&A session on derby prep, practice strategies, and tournament day planning

Don’t miss it — we’ll see you there!

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Join the art club TODAY to make some colorful spring art! 

Sign up for Mr. Dahl or Ms. Heid’s WIN A or B.

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STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS 

ANNABELLE & AVERY

Here’s an update on the AI machines. Yesterday, Professor Nimble played 40 games and won 9. That’s a winning percentage of 23%. Midas, our new AI bot played 46 games and won 6. That may not be very many wins, but Professor Nimble and Midas both get better with each game! Be sure to visit both machines during lunch. You can play as many times as you want. And every time you beat them you get a prize.

Artificial Intelligence may seem brand new, but research on AI started all the way back in the first half of the 20th century. In 1940, Edward Condon created Nimatron, a computer that played the game Nim, just like Professor Nimble. One of the first running AI software programs was called Logic Theorist, created by Allen Newell, J.C. Shaw, and Hertbert Simon in 1955 at the Carnegie Institute of Technology. This program could prove theorems in mathematical logic. 

Research and development has continued since then and is growing rapidly. In 1997, IBM supercomputer Deep Blue was the first computer to beat a world champion chess player, Garry Kasparov, in what many see as a major milestone in the development of AI. Stop by the tables in the cafeteria to challenge Professor Nimble and Midas and to learn more about AI and the Machine Learning Club.

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MS. MARIN

Finally, it is Yondr time! Students, please take out your phones and your open Yondr pouch. Your teachers will ask you to lock it away for the day. Our goal is to be phone free from the start of school until 2:40. It’s always best to have your Yondr locked when it’s empty in your backpack, as that will help keep the locking pin safe. Simply unlock your Yondr on the way into school each day, and after you release it at the end of the day, close and lock your Yondr again before you put in your backpack. 

LENTEN PRAYER

Loving God, we know that your love for us is beyond all measure. You created us in your likeness and image and we have a profound dignity that cannot be erased.  During this season of Lent help us to turn toward your love, toward your forgiveness, toward your compassion so that we can fully experience the resurrection of Jesus.  Amen. 

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Attention Seniors!  We have a class meeting tomorrow during WIN A in the auditorium. I look forward to seeing you then!

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Come join French Club during WIN A, Tuesday, April 1st in Monsieur Kolb’s room, 136, for a Poisson d’Avril activity. We will be coloring and cutting out paper fish to use for a fun game with prizes. Sign up in Monsieur Kolb’s WIN A.

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From the Senior All Night Party Planning Committee:

Seniors, today is the final day to participate in the Butter Braid fundraiser to support the Senior All Night Party! You have until 11:59 p.m. to sell these delicious treats. If you sell 10 Butter Braids, your name will be entered into a drawing to win a TV! Don’t miss out—get your sales in before the deadline!

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Looking for service hours?  We could use a couple more student helpers at our New Family Uniform event this Thursday from 4:30 – 7:00 here at HM.  Please contact Mrs.O’Gary or Mrs.Monahan for more details and to sign up.  

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Join the art club Tuesday, April 1st to make some colorful spring art! 

Sign up for Mr. Dahl or Ms. Heids WIN A or B.

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STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

FRANNIE P

Hi pioneers! This is your student council president Frannie. Thank you for all your participation and school spirit throughout spring fling week. Special thanks to everyone who performed in the talent show, all of the acts were amazing! 

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MS. MARIN

Finally, it is Yondr time! Students, please take out your phones and your open Yondr pouch. Your teachers will ask you to lock it away for the day. Our goal is to be phone free from the start of school until 2:40. It’s always best to have your Yondr locked when it’s empty in your backpack, as that will help keep the locking pin safe. Simply unlock your Yondr on the way into school each day, and after you release it at the end of the day, close and lock your Yondr again before you put in your backpack. 

LENTEN PRAYER – KAYLIN G

Dear Lord, 

As this Spring Fling week comes to a close, we thank You for the joy, fellowship, and opportunities to come together as a school community. We are grateful for the blessings of friendship, fun, and the spirit of unity that fills our halls.

Lord, we thank You for our school, our teachers, and our fellow students. May we always cherish the gift of learning and growing together in faith. As we head into the weekend, grant us rest and renewal, so we may return refreshed and ready to learn with open hearts and eager minds.

Amen

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Everyone is invited to sign up for Mass in the Chapel with Father John today during WIN A – you can sign up under Mr Benner or Father John – all are welcome. 

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Come join French Club during WIN A, Tuesday, April 1st in Monsieur Kolb’s room, 136, for a Poisson d’Avril activity. We will be coloring and cutting out paper fish to use for a fun game with prizes. Sign up in Monsieur Kolb’s WIN A.

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Good morning Pioneers. Thank you to everyone who submitted an answer to last week’s trivia question. The winner is sophomore Grace C who correctly guessed that Caitlin Clark scored 3,951 points in her college career. Please stop by 118 to pick up your Chipotle gift card from Dr. Obernolte.

Thank you to everyone who has submitted names of influential women in history. This week we will be highlighting the most submitted name, Rosa Parks. She is most commonly known for her refusal to give up her bus seat to a white passenger in 1955, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Her actions made her a symbol of the fight for civil rights. That leads us to our last trivia question of the month: what two medals was Rosa Parks awarded for her contributions to the civil rights movement? Submit your answer to the Google Form in the Announcements email.

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Attention Seniors:

From the Senior All Night Party Planning Committee

Please make sure to RSVP for the Senior All Night Party, sign the Burrow waiver, and submit your Kindergarten photo by April 18th (or sooner!). Check your email for the registration link.

A big thank you to the 42 Seniors who have already RSVPed.

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Attention all HOSA members attending the SLC: Please bring your parent permission slip to Ms. Lauby as soon as possible. Thanks!

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This message is for all HOSA students attending the SLC: The departure time for the State tournament has changed. We will be meeting in the Commons this Sunday, March 30th at 11:30 am with a prompt departure time of 11:45 am. Please do not be late. In addition, you are welcome to wear your competition suit OR comfortable clothing. Best of luck to all participants!” 

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MS. MARIN

Finally, it is Yondr time! Students, please take out your phones and your open Yondr pouch. Your teachers will ask you to lock it away for the day. Our goal is to be phone free from the start of school until 2:40. It’s always best to have your Yondr locked when it’s empty in your backpack, as that will help keep the locking pin safe. Simply unlock your Yondr on the way into school each day, and after you release it at the end of the day, close and lock your Yondr again before you put in your backpack.