Wednesday, October 31, 2018

Attention all students that are planning to tryout for the boys basketball team. There will be an informational meeting regarding tryouts today @ lunch in Coach Graneto's room. Room number 146. 10/31

Freshmen and sophomores: Are you wanting to get more involved at school? Want to help plan school activities like dances and assemblies? Leadership is looking for freshmen and sophomores who want to get more involved during second semester. Applications are in Mr. Schueller’s room, #142, or the front office. Applications are due November 30^th , so don’t wait!  11/9

Our lost and found table is overflowing! Please look on the lost and found table in the commons as soon as possible for any items that may belong to you.  All items still left will be donated November 20^th.  11/19

Hello Sprague students!  If you've ever wondered about the various pronouns used today, such as bigender, polygender, or greygender, then attend the GSA Club meeting today at lunch time.  A slide show will be presented and discussion following, to clarify any confusions you may have surrounding this topic.  As usual, bring your lunch (and a friend) and head to room 119!  We'll see you then! 10/31

Congratulations to the Class of 2019 – As of Friday, Sprague High School had 111 students and families complete their FAFSA!  If you are planning to attend a certification program, 2-year program, or 4-year program, you need to apply for the FAFSA.  For more assistance, please contact Ms. Dunn.  10/31

Don’t miss the upcoming college visit on Thursday, November 1^st, with St. Olaf College.  Sign up thru the Sprague website.  10/31

Buenos Dias Sprague! The Spanish National Honor Society is hosting the DAY of the DEAD Spanish Club meeting tomorrow, November 1^st at lunch in room 124. Everyone is welcome to learn about this celebration of life, decorate a cookie and participate in other activities. Nos vemos! 10/31

  

Attention: Swimmers, Wrestlers and Basketball players, athletic participation packets are now available for pickup in the athletic office. You must be enrolled in and passing five classes to participate as well as having a current sport physical on file. Packets can be turned in starting this Thursday November 1^st.  11/1

Students, come be apart of the staff pumpkin decorating event! We will have the pumpkins on display today during lunch on the stage in the commons for you to place your vote for the best pumpkin! 10/31

We have seven winners in this year’s 2018 Recycling Art Calendar Contest sponsored by the Mid-Valley Garbage & Recycling Association! One of our students also won the Grand Prize which will be announced at a ceremony on December 12^th. This year’s theme was “What it means to be green.” They will win $400 in gift cards and $500 for the Sprague Visual Art Department!  Their names are: Leila Tullos, Samantha Breen, Lauren Hanes, Eliana Rivera, Ethan Pulley, Chloe Elmore and Nikki Evans.

If that wasn’t enough, Sprague Art has had eight students who applied for and were accepted for a yearlong High School Art Mentorship/Internship program sponsored by the Salem Art Association. They are: Angie Fox, Arista Patterson, Chloe Elmore, Elizabeth Orlov, Kate Swenson, Matthew Montegna, Morgan Forrester and Paige Schmelling. Congratulations Oly Artists!

Hey Oly’s,   Manga Club will be hosting a Halloween Party today after school in the Library. We have spooky vibes, treats and games! So come have some fun and hang out.

School Bus Safety Training:  This training is necessary to familiarize students with school bus safety procedures in case they need to ride a school bus for a field trip or other school activity.  The school bus has been proven to be the safest form of land transportation available.  School bus safety starts with the student.  Distractions and disruptions on the school bus can cause a driver to take his eyes off the road. The five primary rules are a critical part in maintaining a safe and comfortable environment on the bus. 

1.   Obey the Driver

2.   Respect Others

3.   Sit Properly

4.   Speak Softly

5.   Keep the Bus Clean

In addition, student who must cross a street to get on/off the bus should follow this procedure:

Cross ten (10) feet in front of the bus.

Make eye contact with the driver and wait for his signal to tell you that it is safe to cross.

Check traffic both ways before stepping beyond the front of the bus.

Never cross the street until the bus arrives and the driver can safely cross you with the bus’s safety lights and stop sign.

In the event of a collision or any other type of emergency, take the following steps:
          Listen for directions from the bus driver
          Stay calm
          Notify 911 if instructed to do so by the bus driver.
          Know where to find emergency equipment
                   The fire extinguisher is usually in the front of the bus near the exit door.
                   The first aid kit is located in the compartment above the windshield.
                   Emergency triangles are located in the compartment above the windshield.
                   Place the triangles outside the bus-both behind and in front.
          Know how to evacuate the bus if necessary.
                   Leave all personal items on the bus.
                   Locate all emergency exits.

Front and rear emergency exit doors should be the first choice for evacuating the bus.

Window exits and roof hatches are used for evacuating the bus only if the bus is on its side.                            

With the cooperation of each student riding the bus, Salem-Keizer school buses can continue to be the safest form of transportation available.