ADAIR COUNTY R-II NEWSLETTER

November 1, 2000 Brashear, Missouri

RENAISSANCE SPONSORS

The Brashear High School would like to take this opportunity to thank the merchants and businesses which support the Renaissance Program. The contributions are truly appreciated and do make a difference in student's attitude, attendance, and achievement. When you patronize these businesses, please express your appreciation to them for their contributions to our students.

The following have contributed to the program for the 2000-2001 school year: Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers, Subway, Pizza Hut, McDonald's Restaurant, Hardee's of Kirksville, Fazoli's, Dairy Queen, Burger King, Athlete's Foot, Stage, Taylor Flowers, Little Caesars Pizza-Pizza, Maurices, Domino's Pizza, Joyce's Styling Hut, Keller Board, and PTS.

TIGER PRIDE

With the conclusion of the fall extracurricular activities, we would like to congratulate the following students for their awards and honors.

Amber Dailing, Trevor Mills, and Dru Talbert were named to the All-Conference 1st team. Niki Peterson, Nathan Kelsey, and Cory Shaver were named to the All-Conference 2nd team. Amber Dailing was also named to the All-District At-Large team.

Our Marching Tigers had a great season. They placed 3rd in the Ottumwa Oktoberfest Parade, 3rd in the University of Missouri Homecoming Parade, and 4th in the Truman State University Homecoming Parade.

Two students have been published. Alicia Longano has had her poem "Good-Bye" published in Chorus of the Soul, The International Library of Poetry. Leslie Beck has had her essay "Celebrate the Good Days" published in Chicken Soup for the Preteen Soul.

DRUG-FREE ACTIVITY NIGHT

Our first Drug-Free Activity Night of the year is scheduled for Friday, November 17 at 7:00 p.m. Our featured entertainment for the evening is being crowned Brashear High School Womanless Woman of the Year. Other activities will include volleyball, bowling, ping pong, board games, and refreshments. We invite all parents and community members as well as students in grades 7-12 to participate. Donations for refreshments are welcome.

GAB SESSIONS A SUCCESS

Parent/Teacher/Principal Gab Sessions were a big success. I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who had a chance to attend at least one gab session. We had a wonderful turnout with 80% of our families attending. Please feel free to contact the elementary if you have any questions concerning the items discussed.

Miss DeRosear

FAX MACHINES FOR SALE

The school has two fax machines that are no longer being used. These items can be seen during regular school hours in the superintendent's office. Bids will be accepted until November 15. These machines will be offered for sale "as is" and we do not guarantee their condition.

The first machine is a Sharp UX-172 Thermal Fax Machine. Two rolls of thermal facsimile paper will be included with this machine. The second machine is a Sharp UX-300 Plain Paper Facsimile Machine. Three film cartridges will be included with this machine. Each machine will come with its owner's manual.

The school reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids on these items.

FROM THE MUSIC DEPARTMENT

Our school has a very exciting opportunity to receive free musical instruments and supplies for our school/classroom.

On or about November 6, 2000, the Pepsi-Cola Company will Share the Joy with Music by featuring "Pepsi Notes" symbols on all specially marked 12 packs, 24 packs, and 2 and 3 liter bottles which can be used for free new musical instruments, supplies, sheet music and software. In addition, "Pepsi Notes" will also be featured on specially marked packages of Frito-Lay products. With your support, this program will greatly enhance music education in our school.

We're excited to have our school participate in this "Pepsi Notes" collection program and I am hoping you will enthusiastically join me in raising our community awareness on the importance of music education as part of your child's curriculum. Studies have shown that academic coursework integrating music education helps overall intellectual development in children and reflects improved SAT performance. I'm sure you will agree that music is an integral part of education.

Our goal is to earn enough notes to receive a keyboard, piccolo, and sound equipment. That means a total of 35,000 "Pepsi Notes". We can reach that goal, but we need your help! "Pepsi Notes" collection bins will be located in the music room. Please be sure to send official "Pepsi Notes" symbols to school with your child. Our Collection Drive ends February 1, 2001.

Let's encourage family and friends to help us reach our goal. This is a wonderful way to improve our existing music curriculum, and allow our children to have music-related materials that would not be possible without this program.

Please contact me to volunteer or participate in a "PEPSI NOTES" DRIVE or visit www.pepsinotes.com for specific program details. Thank you for supporting the music program at Brashear School.

Rhonda K. Harrison

Music Director

FROM THE DESK OF THE SUPERINTENDENT

This past week has been a sober reminder of just how uncertain life can be. We have lost our governor in a plane crash. A young man was killed in a car accident. These events grieve our hearts but at the same time it reminds us how important it is to live in the moment.

We need to make the most of every day and celebrate all that we are. This fall we have witnessed Mother Nature in all of her glory. What an incredible year. Have you taken the time just to enjoy the fantastic fall colors? Too often we rush through the day not even noticing the wonders all around us. Being in the moment and living a day at a time gives us access to the wonders of life. The gift of life is an incredible gift we too often take for granted. During this month of Thanksgiving take time to be thankful for all the marvelous wonders our Maker has created for us to enjoy.

Take a moment and think about those who have been your teachers. No matter who or what you have become, there have been those who have helped you along the way. It may have been a word of encouragement when you were down. Or maybe someone believed in you when you didn't believe in yourself. It may have been a classroom teacher. Teachers come from all walks of life. Our culture is so individualistic and competitive that it is easy to forget that we literally accomplish nothing without the help of others.

This month take time for yourself and enjoy the moment. November is a great time for you to write a note of appreciation to a teacher who has inspired you or your child. Whatever you do this month make time to find the simple joy of living.

Dr. Joyce Montgomery

MENU

Breakfast/Lunch

Breakfast each day includes cereal, milk, juice or fruit. New regulations mandate the main entree for the day must be placed on each tray (designated by * in daily menu).

NOVEMBER 1-3

Wednesday: Pancake/Juicy burger*, tater rounds, carrots, apple crisp

Thursday: Breakfast bites/Pizza*, corn, spinach, peaches, cookie

Friday: Egg & cheese omelet/Beef stew*, hot rolls, white beans, apple

NOVEMBER 6-10

Monday: Waffle/Garlic cheese bread*, corn, beets, fruit, cake

Tuesday: Biscuit & sausage/Spaghetti*, meat sauce, green beans, hominy, fruit, brownies

Wednesday: Donut/Taco casserole*, lettuce, chips, tomatoes, salsa, fruit

Thursday: Breakfast pizza/Chicken nuggets*, corn, vegetable sticks, fruit, cookie

Friday: Muffin/Fish*, macaroni & cheese, carrots, fruit, jello

NOVEMBER 13-17

Monday: Pancake/Nachos*, lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, fruit, cookie

Tuesday: Flapstick/Mr. Ribb*, baked potato, peas, fruit, jello

Wednesday: Scrambled eggs/Tenderloin on bun*, celery and carrot sticks, carrots, fruit, brownies

Thursday: Biscuit & gravy/Pizza*, corn, spinach, fruit, cake

Friday: Ham/Corn dog*, green beans, beets, fruit, pudding

NOVEMBER 20-24

Monday: Toast w/ jelly/Lasagna*, corn, beets, fruit, ice cream

Tuesday: French toast/Turkey*, gravy, hot rolls, green beans, fruit

Wednesday: Egg & cheese omelet/Chicken patty*, tater rounds, peas, fruit, cookie

Thursday: NO SCHOOL

NOVEMBER 27-30

Monday: Biscuit & sausage/Juicy burger*, green beans, beets, fruit, brownies

Tuesday: Waffle/Turkey & noodles*, cottage cheese, carrots, fruit, cake

Wednesday: Muffin/Hot dog on bun*, potato salad, peas, fruit, rice krispie treat

Thursday: Breakfast bites/Stir fry chicken*, rice, lettuce, apple crisp

NOVEMBER

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2Early Dismissal 12:45
2Parent/Teacher Conferences H1-8:00
2JH Basketball w/ Linn County T6:00
3Early Dismissal 12:45
37th & 8th Grade Basketball w/ Mary Immaculate H6:00
6-11Atlanta Junior High Tournament TTBA
6Picture Retakes H8:45
87th Grade Otis-Lennon S.A.T.
10Early Dismissal - Teacher Inservice 12:45
13Busy Bees H9-11:00
13Evening in Education - Reading Week Kick-off H6:30-7:30
1410th Grade PLAN (optional)
17NHS/Student Council Drug-Free Activity Night H7:00
21HS Basketball w/ Knox County H6:00
22Early Dismissal - Thanksgiving 12:45
23NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving
24NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving
27Busy Bees H9-11:00
27 - December 2Novinger Tournament TTBA
272nd & 3rd Grade Physicals
302nd & 3rd Grade Physicals

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