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Vol.9—Issue 3 Polo CUSD #222 100 S. Union St. Polo, IL 61064
November 2014
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Polo CUSD #222
www.polo222.org
PCHS: 946-3314
AMS: 946-2519
PCHS VIPS
Thank you to everyone who purchased Polo Marco apparel
from VIPS this fall. Becky Patterson will be placing another
order for t-shirts and sweatshirts on December 1, 2014. This
will ensure delivery in time for Christmas. Order forms are
available at all three schools or can be downloaded from the
Polo schools website (www.polo222.org). If you have questions, please call Kathy Scholl at 946-2226 or email at
[email protected]
The volleyball season is over and we would like to thank the
parents and students who helped with volleyball concessions! All profits go towards enhancing the education of our
PCHS students.
Our next meeting is Thursday, November 13 at 6:00 in the
PCHS Teachers’ Room.
Submitted by Kathy Scholl, VIPS
Centennial Fundraiser
Centennial students are selling trash bags and zip close baggies from October 27-November 11. Our goal is for every
student to sell 3 rolls of trash bags and 3 packages of zip close
baggies. If we meet our goal, we will be able to replace the
retaining wall on the playground and still have money left
over for other activities such as: fun fair, author visits, other
playground equipment, etc….If you don’t need any trash bags
or zip close baggies but would still like to donate money to
our students, any amount would be appreciated. Please contact any Centennial student or the office to order your bags or
donate.
PCHS Student Council Food Drive
On Saturday November 15th the PCHS Student Council will be
heading out into the community from 10am to 1pm to collect
food donations that will be donated to Polo Lifeline. During
this time, Student Council members will go throughout town
collecting donations door-to-door. Because of the limited
number of students we have involved it is impossible to visit
every house in town. If, you want to make sure your home is
visited and your donations collected you can arrange for us to
pick up your donation by calling the high school at 946-3314
and leave your name, address, and phone number with the office. Then, on Saturday the 15th all you would have to do is
have your donations outside your front door by 10am and we
will be around to pick them up from you. If you have any
questions please contact Tyler Pearce at the high school (9463314) or email him at [email protected]
Submitted by Mr. Pearce, PCHS Student Council Advisor
CENTENNIAL: 946-3811
Board Summary
Monday, October 27, 2014
1.
Jo Bittinger presented a petition to offer soccer as a high
school sport.
2. Approved the consent agenda, including minutes from the
September 22, 2014 regular Board Meeting, October bills, and
the treasurer’s report.
3. Reports from the Superintendent and Principals were given.
4. Approved Poole Farms for snow removal.
5. First Reading of Policies: (August 2014) 2:20, 2:200, 4:60,
5:30, 5:260, 7:20, 7:180, 7:240, 4:60 AP, 5:120 AP2, 7:240
AP1 and (May 2014) 4:100, 4:160, 4:170, 4:175, 5:280, 6:150,
4:60-AP3, 4:110-AP3, 4:110-E, 4:160-AP, 4:170-AP1, 4:170AP2, 4:170-AP2 E3, 4:170 AP2 E1, 4:170 AP2 E2.
6. Approved the purchase of 2 buses from Midwest Bus Sales.
7. Approved Cliff Bardell as 6th grade boys basketball coach, Jeff
Bumsted as 8th grade wrestling coach, and Patrick Anderson as
High School Academic coach.
8. Approved volunteer assistants- for boys basketball: Rick Lincoln, Cliff Bardell, Dan Deuth, Keith Webb, and Matt Scholl,
for girls basketball: Craig Cross, Kara Bumsted, and Kyle
Knutti, for wrestling: Aaron Miller, Logan Miller, and Russ
Kindenberg, and athletic trainer: Chris Dusing.
9. Adjourned to Executive Session.
10. Appointed Missie Mosley to the Polo School Board.
11. Adjourned.
NEXT BOARD MEETING NOVEMBER 24, 2014
CENTENNIAL COMMUNITY ROOM 7:00 PM
CPO Night Out
Please join us on Wednesday, November 5, 2014, from 5 - 8 p.m.
for Polo Night Out!
This month we will be going to Cimino’s Pizza in Polo.
10% of your purchase will be donated to the Playground fund at
Centennial Elementary School to cover the cost of the retaining
wall. Please invite your friends and family.
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November 2014
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It is hard to believe that it is November already! The month of October was a busy time. Looking back, here are some highlights:
The Centennial staff would like to thank the Polo Fire Department for providing students with tips each day regarding fire
safety. We appreciate you working with the students and staff as we practiced a school-wide fire drill.
The Centennial Parent Organization (CPO) put on Donuts for Dads. We appreciate all the dads that were able to make it to
this event. It was great to see all the students smiling faces as you enjoyed donuts and conversation. We are thankful for
your continued support!
Jimmie Getter from the RSAC has been providing age appropriate abuse prevention programs in Boone, Winnebago &
Ogle counties for the past 30 years. She was able to speak to each classroom at Centennial about body safety.
We have much to look forward to during the month of November.
Our Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Committee will be working on a new trait. November’s words of the month are
shame and forgiveness. Please take a moment to talk to your child about these two traits throughout the month. Congratulations to the students for going above and beyond exhibiting October’s character trait of perseverance and patience.
Parent Teacher Conferences is a time we look forward to sharing your child’s social, emotional, and academic progress.
You are an essential member of your child’s progress and we look forward to meeting with you.
It is with great pleasure that Centennial School with be holding a Veterans Day Assembly on Monday, November 11 th at
10:00 a.m. with a breakfast at 8:30 a.m. for Veterans and their families. We welcome all to attend the assembly.
For the past 12 years Leaf River Grange has been presenting our third grade students with free dictionaries that they can
keep at home. We appreciate their donation and I know the third grade students do too!
Upcoming Dates in November:
November 5th
November 6th
November 7th
November 11th
November 21st
November 26th -28th
Early Dismissal 2 p.m. and Parent Teacher Conferences 2-8 p.m.
SEL Assembly on Shame/Forgiveness
Early Dismissal 2 p.m. and Parent Teacher Conferences 2-6 p.m.
No School
Veterans Day Breakfast 8:30 a.m. and Assembly 10:00 a.m.
Mid-term
Thanksgiving Holiday
Please enjoy your Thanksgiving holiday! We have so much to be thankful for this season.
Mrs. Melydi Huyett
Centennial Music Notes
The K-5 students are excitedly preparing for the upcoming programs. On November 11, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. in the Centennial Gym the students will be participating in our annual Veterans Day Program. There will be a flag folding ceremony, color
guard, patriotic songs, and recitations in honor of all of those who have served or are presently serving. A free breakfast will be
served in the cafeteria for all Veterans beginning at 8:30 a.m.
This year, we are asking that students in Kindergarten, First, Second and Third Grade please wear white shirts the day
of the program. If your student’s shirt has writing on it, please have him/her wear it inside out or backwards. Students in Fourth
Grade and Fifth Grade are asked to please wear red shirts the day of the program. Again, if your student’s shirt has writing on
it, please have him/her wear it inside out or backwards.
Kindergarten, First Grade and Second Grade are also busily preparing for our Christmas Concert Wednesday, December
10, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. in the Centennial Gym, We will be singing selections from everyone’s favorite Disney musical Frozen! The
students will be wearing white shirts for this program as well (we are becoming “Olaf” the snowman), so hang on to those Veterans
Day shirts. If your child has a costume or dress of one of the characters from Frozen, s/he may wear it to the program. Come get
some great photos for your scrapbook! We hope you will join us!
Submitted by Mrs. Lennon, Centennial Music Department
News and Awards from the Moby Max Lab
Congratulations to these First and Second Graders for reaching their grade level expectation in Speed Games:
Danny Johnston, Carson Jones, Nikolas Kohn, Addisyn Quinlan, Damon Rowe and Leah Tobin.
Congratulations to these students for completing Speed Games for the year:
Meagan McLane, Travis Tarbill and Brian Wolfley.
Congratulations to each of you for your hard work and accomplishments this month!! Mrs. Hillison
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November 2014
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Public discussions regarding security and safety in schools have started again with the recent incidents both nearby and
across the country. There is no more frightening feeling for a parent than the realization that your son(s) and/or daughter(s) may be
in danger at school.
Polo Schools have taken a proactive step in increasing security at all the buildings in the past two years. Here at Aplington
Middle School, we have made several changes to increase the safety of our students:
1. Locks on outside entry doors with electronic fobs to allow access.
2. All visitors are required to sign in when entering the building.
3. Camera and buzzer at front, main entrance to allow entry only after school staff has identified the person wanting entry
into the building.
4. Eight cameras inside and outside of the building that record all entry into and exits from the building.
5. Staff and student training for occasions when an unwelcome intruder may be in the building or outside of the building.
(Lockdowns, evacuations, etc.)
6. Crisis planning to be ready for a variety of catastrophic events related to weather, deaths, injury, sickness, etc.)
Aplington Middle School, as a result, is much more prepared should such an event occur. We can never guarantee complete prevention of serious incidents but we are well-prepared to handle incidents that may happen. Our students are our most important resource and we are dedicated to provide all students a safe and secure learning place.
Sincerely,
Mark Downey, Principal
Aplington Book Fair
Books for any king or queen will be available when you enter the Kingdom of Books this year at the Aplington Fall Book Fair. The
fair will take place in the Aplington Library during the week of Parent/Teacher Conferences—Monday, November 3rd through
Thursday, November 6th.
The students will be able to visit the Book Fair throughout the week, where a royal selection of books is available for them to purchase. There will be books available for parents, as well.
The Book Fair shopping hours are 8:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, November 3rd and 4th; 8:30 a.m.—5:00 p.m.
Wednesday and Thursday, November 5th and 6th. There is a 2:00 dismissal on both of these days and there is no school on Friday.
If you are unable to make it to the Book Fair, you can always purchase books by shopping online. Simply visit
www.scholastic.com/fair to look at even more books than what will be available at school! And best of all, online purchases will
benefit our school library. All online orders will ship FREE of charge to the school a few days after the online fair has ended.
Submitted by Mrs. Rothermel, Aplington Librarian
PCHS Golf Team Wrap up for 2014
The Polo Community High school golf team finished up its season this year with a banquet on October 27th. The team
went 7-5 in the conference and 8-7 overall. The boys team placed 7th out of 13 in the conference tournament shooting a team total
of 384. Boys also took 5th place out of 13 teams at the regional’s, the best finish since 2005. The JV team went 10-5 during the
season.
Awards given at the banquet were 30 Round Club Mack Llanas; 50 Round Club Christopher Rademacher; Honorable
Mention All Conference Tristin Woodin and Christopher Rademacher; Best Nine Hole Putting Average Brix Clayton who averaged 17 putts per nine; Most Birdies/Pars for Season Christopher Rademacher with a total of 44; Most Improved JV Megan Call;
Most Improved Varsity Christopher Rademacher; Chad Johnson/Best Attitude award went to Mason Wright; Most Valuable
Player Tristin Woodin.
The golf team would also like to thank Bill and Bev Burkardt and all the workers at Edgewood golf course for letting us
use their course for all our golf practices and matches this year. We also would like to send a thank you to Chad Johnson Foundation for their generous donations that help keep the program running.
The team expects great things to happen next golf season.
Submitted by Donald Reece, Head Golf Coach
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November 2014
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During the month of October, several important events were offered at PCHS. First of all, the freshmen and sophomores took the
MAP test which tests academic growth of students within the areas of reading, language arts, science, and math. Overall our students did very well and the test scores show considerable growth in all areas. The PSAT/NMSQT was offered to PCHS juniors in
mid-October. If students test well, they will qualify for the National Merit Scholarship. We also offered two college visits to our
seniors, one to Illinois State University and one to Western Illinois University. These trips were very informative and the students
enjoyed seeing first-hand what college life is like. Ms. Donmeyer also spoke with juniors regarding future plans and the ACT
Exam in March during their English classes. She will continue working with the juniors during Homeroom to ensure they continue
on the path to success with their post high school plans. College and Military representatives continue to visit during Homeroom
throughout the month of November. A schedule is outside the Counseling Office and on the PCHS announcements as well. College-bound juniors and seniors are encouraged to attend these informational sessions. Please note that if you have any questions or
would like to discuss your student’s future plans, please contact Ms. Donmeyer in the PCHS Counseling Office.
Important Upcoming Events:
November 6th Sauk Valley Community College’s College Night from 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.
December 2nd Whiteside Area Career Center Presentation to PCHS Sophomores during Homeroom
December 8th Financial Aid Night at PCHS @ 6:00 for Parents of PCHS Seniors
December 9th WACC Tour for PCHS Sophomores
The fall sports season is coming to a close for the Marcos with a great deal of excitement. Our volleyball team wrapped up its regular season by winning the consolation championship at the AFC Volleyball Tournament on October 25 th. Congratulations to Madison Merdian for being selected to the All-Tournament Team. Our Lady Marcos fell in the regional opener to Amboy on Monday,
but fought hard to the end. Thank you to Coach Leffelman, Coach Bumsted, and all the volleyball players for their hard work and
dedication this season. The golf season also recently came to a close, with the Marco golfers finishing 6th at the conference golf
tournament. The golf team also had a sectional qualifier; Chris Rademacher. Congratulations to Tristin Woodin and Chris Rademacher on earning All-Conference. Great job Marco golfers and coaches Reece and Pearce on a successful season. The Polo football team finished their regular season with a mark of 7-2 and will be hosting Ottawa Marquette in the first round of the IHSA football playoffs on Saturday at 2:00 pm. The team also won a share of the conference championship, something it has not achieved
since 1997. Thank you to all the Marco fans for their support of our athletes and we hope to see everyone Saturday for the playoff
game.
Submitted by Mr. Ted Alston, PCHS Athletic Director
You’re Invited to the Fall Play: Tiny Tim Runs the Marathon
You and your family and friends are cordially invited to attend the Fall Play: Tiny Tim Runs the Marathon. This funny comedy is
quick paced and will keep you involved right up to the end. The strong cast will provide you with some of the funniest characters
you’ve seen in awhile.
The play is a mash-up of Charles Dicken’s Oliver Twist and A Christmas Carol mixed with a dash of Forrest Gump, Fractured Fairy
Tales, and How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. You will be kept in stitches with all the winks to modern day life.
Once again Tiny Tim faces unimaginable odds. Will Tiny Tim make it to the finish line? You’ll have to come and find out for yourself. The entire family will have fun.
The performers are looking forward to entertaining you for the evening. The cast includes some familiar favorites: Lindsey Coleman, Daniel Diehl, William Hoak, Ahleah Lopez, Clint Merlak, Kenny Pearson, Sami Richter, Lauren Rhodes, Mason Rhodes,
Allie Schick, Alexis Shain, and Greta Stebbins. They are joined by newcomers Lena Bauman, Megan Call, Jessica Conway, Adrian
Gonzalez, Lance Pearson, and Leila Stebbins. Please join us for Tiny Tim Runs the Marathon! There’s something for everyone!
Performances will be held November 14th and 15th at 7 P.M. in the high school gym. Ticket prices are as follows: Adults $5, and
Students (K-12) and Senior Citizens $3; children must be escorted by an adult. This play is suitable for all ages. To make reservations for either performance, you may call the high school office at 946-3314, or stop by the high school to pick-up tickets.
Submitted by Mrs. Wiegmann, Fall Play Director
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Submitted by Mrs. Brenda Rhodes, R.N., PCUSD Nurse
November 2014
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Vol.9—Issue 3 Polo CUSD #222 100 S. Union St. Polo, IL 61064
November 2014
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Polo Wrestling Club
Rookie Week
When: Monday, November 3rd -Thursday November 6th 6:00 – 7:30P.M.
Where: Polo Community High School Weight Room
Ages: Boys and Girls between the ages of 5 and 13
This week is an open sign-up for the 2014-2015 Polo Wrestling Club. Our intent is to introduce kids to the great sport of wrestling and to develop basic wrestling and athletic skills. Our focus is to wrestle to the best of our abilities and continuously work
on developing skills. We are also looking for coaches. Any adult nineteen years or older that has a passion for wrestling and
enjoys working with kids is welcome to apply. If you can’t make rookie week, not a problem, we will be practicing every Monday and Wednesday nights after that. Times will be 6-7:30 both nights. Come join the fun and I will get you signed up as we go.
If you have any questions please contact Christan Wells at (815) 440-2622.
Third Graders Investigate Famous Inventors and Inventions
Third grade students have been investigating famous inventors and their inventions while trying to answer the essential
question, “How can problem solving lead to new ideas?” Groups of students were given pipe cleaners, tin foil, and coffee filters
and told to create their own invention. Some groups chose to create an invention that would solve a problem while other groups
chose to create an invention for enjoyment. Each group presented their new invention to both third grade classes. The kids are
currently working on creating a poster sized timeline of five famous inventors and their inventions.
Johnathan, Korbin, Nathaniel, Kailey and Avery
created a parachute for animals that cannot fly.
Submitted by Mrs. Faivre, 3rd Grade Teacher
Myia, Jacob, Andrew, Isabelle, Karlea and Courtney
created a solar powered microwave.
Vol.9—Issue 3 Polo CUSD #222 100 S. Union St. Polo, IL 61064
November 2014
Third Graders Investigate Famous Inventors and Inventions
Kaitlyn, Codey and Zander created sun-reflecting
bracelets.
KayLynn, Ellia, Allissa and Emmalee created a
robotic turkey/duck.
Nolan, Brock, Adrianna and Madison created an
automatic flower waterer.
Riley, Taylor, Josh, Elleanna and Alex created two
person handcuffs.
Teegyn, Dawson, Gracen, Olivia and Alivia.
Gabby, Emilee, Zander, Shaylin, Carter and Ben
created an outdoor bathroom for small animals and
insects.
Kirstin, Gage, Aylivia, April and Tori created an
outdoor shelter for small animals.
Submitted by Mrs. Faivre, 3rd Grade Teacher
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Mon
Menu
B: Cereal, Graham crackers,
Asst Fruit cups, fruit juice, milk
L: Mr. Ribb
Tater tots
Cucumbers w/dip
Applesauce cups
Milk
24
B: Cereal, mandarin oranges,
Fruit juice, milk
L: French toast sticks
Sausage, orange juice
Banana’s, milk
17
B: Cereal, Graham crackers, asst
Fruit cup, fruit juice
L:Chicken pattie on bun
Black bean salad
Curley fries, peaches
Milk
10
B: Cereal, mandarin oranges,
fruit juice, milk
L: Meatball sub @HS
Fish shapes @Cent
Chips, green grapes
Bread & marg @ Cent.
Milk
3
We serve 3 kinds of milk
Skim white, skim
chocolate and 1% white
Emergency Substitutions
May be required.
No
School
26
B: Cereal, toast, pears, fruit juice,
milk
L: Hot dogs
Baked beans, french fries, fruit
Cocktail, milk
19
B: Cereal, toast, peach cup, fruit
Juice, milk
L: Spaghetti w/meat
Garlic bread, green
Beans, apricots
Milk
12
B: Cereal, toast, pears, fruit juice,
milk
L: Cheeseburger
French fries, power
Punch, apple crisp
Milk
5
Wed
Thu
27
THANKSGIVING
FEAST ALL THE
TRIMMINGS
B: Pancake on a stick, mixed fruit
Cup, fruit juice, milk
20
B: Breakfast burrito, grapes, fruit
Juice, milk
L: Chicken nuggets
Broccoli w/cheese, cornbread,
pears
milk
13
B: Pancake on a stick, mixed fruit
Cup, fruit juice, milk
L:Totally taco
Bread & marg
Corn, pineapple
Milk
6
Polo School District #222
B: Mini waffles, bananas, fruit
Juice, milk
L: Bosco sticks
Dippin sauce
Green beans, mandarin
Oranges, milk
25
B: Breakfast sliders, apple slices,
Fruit juice,milk
L: Pizza soup
Gr cheese, spiced apples, fruit
Punch, milk
18
B: Cereal bar, fruit
L:Turkey&cheese bun
Lettuce & tomato
Sun chips, baby carrots
w/dip, applesauce cup
Milk
11
B: Breakfast sliders, apple slices,
fruit juice, milk
L:Chicken&Noodles
Peas, bread/marg
Chilled peaches
Milk
4
Tue
Polo, Illinois
No
School
28
B: Muffin, String cheese,
Orange wedges, fruit juice,
milk
L: COOKS CHOICE
21
B: Cereal bar, Go gurt, Pineapple
Cup, fruit juice, milk
L: Pizza clean up
Corn, bread & marg
Chilled pineapple
Milk
14
No
School
7
Fri
November 2014
CPO Fundraiser
Sun
30
23
16
9
2
26
Mon
10
3
27
BBB(V) @ AFC Tourn.
[email protected]:30pm
BBB(V) @ AFC Tourn.
WR @ Mendota-5:30pm
1
7/8 BBB vs Forreston
(Centennial) 4:00
BBB(FS) @ Polo Tourn.
8 BBB vs Byron (Centennial) 4:00
BBB(FS) @ Polo Tourn.
6 BBB @ Byron 4:00
24
2
25
7/8 BBB @ Ore (Mt Morris) 4:00
PM
National Honor Society
Banuquet 7pm
MS Acad team vs AFC @Home
7 BBB @ Byron 4:00
6 BBB vs Oregon @ AMS 4:00 PM
18
NO SCHOOL
BBB(V) @ AFC Tourn.
BBB(FS) @ Polo Tourn.
GBB(FS)@Oregon Tourn.
3
26
19
7/8 BBB @ AFC (Fr Grove) 4:00
Veterans Day Program - 10:00 a.
m.
MS Academic Team @ Pec
6 BBB vs AFC 4:00
13
6
30
NO SCHOOL
7/8 BBB vs Pec @ Home
(Centennial GS)
GBB(FS)@Oregon Tourn.
6 BBB @Pec 4:00
4
27
20
7/8 BBB vs Amboy @Centennial
4:00
CPO Meeting - 6:00
P/T Conf. 2-6p.m.
P/T Conf. 4-8p.m.
VB Banquet 7pm
P/T Conf. 2-6p.m.
12
5
29
Thu
P/T Conf. 4-8p.m.
2:00p.m. Dismissal
Wed
No WACC
11
4
28
6 BBB vs Pec @ Home (AMS) 4:
00
7/8 BBB @Pec 4:00 PM
Tue
GBB @ Home-6pm
17
WACC Open House 5:30-7:30pm
MS Academic @ Mt. Morris
(Oregon)3:45
7/8 BBB@Forreston4:00
AMS Book Fair
CPO Fundraiser
C a l e n d a r, A M S, C N, D i s t r i c t, H S
NO SCHOOL
BBB(V) @ AFC Tourn.
Mid-Term
GBB(FS)@Oregon Tourn.
8th Grade Springfield Trip
Fall Play 7pm
WACC in session @ session
NO SCHOOL
Fri
5
28
21
14
7
31
WR(JV) @ Newman
BBB(V) @ AFC Tourn.
GBB(FS)@Oregon Tourn.
Fall Play 7pm
Art Field Trip to Chicago
Sat
6
29
22
15
8
1
Nov 2014 (Central Time)