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Locker Rooms All locker rooms will be used on Thursday, January 30th for wrestling & JH basketball. Please make sure your personal belongings are either removed or locked in your locker. SMJSH is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Booster Club Fundraiser-Help Needed! Booster Club needs your help! We have our one and only fundraiser February 1st and 2nd running the concession stand for the Jr Bears Basketball Tournament! We need workers and donations! If you can help we would greatly appreciate it! WORK SIGNUP https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D48A9AF2DABFC1-47125470-concession DONATION SIGNUP https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D48A9AF2DABFC1-54468378-concessions Thank you!!!

Sophomore/Senior ACT April 8th Sophomores and Seniors, If you are interested in taking the spring ACT on April 8th, please fill out the Google Form below. (Sophomores, it's highly encouraged that you be currently enrolled in Algebra II to take the ACT.) This form needs to be completed by Wednesday 2/12/25. Thank You, Ms. Heitman Link to Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIt2ibOLhwb4qM2JyZaCA2W2ZUz9Nutx990mRKLlq_JBDwQA/viewform?usp=sharing

What's Cookin' at SMGS Cookbook The "What's Cookin' at SMGS" Cookbook is available for purchase! SMGS has collected over 170 of our student, family and alumni favorite recipes and published them in a hardcover, spiral bound cookbook. The cost for the cookbook is $20 dollars and all proceeds go toward student activities and enrichment programs. Check and cash are accepted and cookbooks are immediately available upon payment. Please contact the SMGS office at 785-437-6159 for further inquiries.

Valentine's Day Crushes With Valentine's Day just around the corner, consider buying your Valentine a crush from SMHS NHS! Ethan Fox, Lane Smith, and Tyler Birch are selling 20oz crush bottles for $5, in hopes to raise money for gift baskets for the manor residents here in St. Marys. These forms can be picked up at both SMHS and SMGS. The forms will be due to the office by Friday February, 7th. The crushes will then be delivered on Thursday February, 13th. Crushes will be delivered to SMGS & SMJSH. If you need more information, contact Lane Smith at lane.smith@kawvalley.k12.ks.us.

JH Boys Basketball JH boys basketball vs. Riley County (make-up) on Tuesday, January 28th @ 4:30pm. Gate: Students- $5.00, Adults- $5.00, Family Cap- $25.00. Schedule: Varsity Gym: 4:30 8A, 5:30 7A (approximate time), 6:30 Combined B (approximate time). There will be no concession stand.

JH Boys Basketball JH boys basketball @ Royal Valley on Monday, January 27th @ 4:30pm. Location: RV Middle School - 204 S. 4th St. Mayetta, KS 66509. Admission Charge: $5.00. Transportation will leave @ 3:25pm. Please release participants @ 3:10pm.

JH Boys Basketball JH boys basketball vs. Silver Lake on Thursday, January 30th @ 4:30pm. Gate: Students- $5.00, Adults- $5.00, Family Cap- $25.00. Schedule: Auxiliary Gym: 4:30 8A, 5:30 7A (approximate time), 6:30 Combined B (approximate time).

JH Girls Wrestling JH girls wrestling mixer @ Rossville on Thursday, January 30th @ 4:00pm. Transportation will leave @ 2:45pm. Please release participants @ 2:30pm.

Basketball Live Streams (Home Games) The home HS basketball games will be live streamed on the SMHS multimedia YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@SMHSmultimedia/streams

Softball Sign Up Any high school girl interested in playing softball this spring should sign up in the office and plan on attending the meeting on February 12th during flex 1.

Spirit Week Jan. 27th-Jan. 31st Spirit Week Jan. 27th - Jan. 31st Monday - Comfy Day; Tuesday - Rhyme without Reason Ex: Hannah Montana & a Banana; Wednesday - Dress like your 'age' Seniors- Senior Citizen Juniors- Adults Sophomore- Toddlers Freshmen - Babies Keep everything school appropriate, still considering dress code.; Thursday - Throwback Thursday; Dress like your favorite Era; Friday - Class Colors Seniors - White Juniors - Black Sophomores - Blue Freshmen - Grey

Track & Field Meeting High School athletes interested in being on the track and field team — we will have a meeting on Thursday, January 31, 2025 during Flex 1. Please sign up during Legacy time for that flex. We will meet in Coach McConaghy's room.

HS Basketball-Winter Royalty-Boys Only HS basketball (boys only) vs. Jeff West on Friday, January 31st @ 4:30pm. Gate: Students- $5.00, Adults- $5.00. Schedule: Main Gym: 4:30 PM C- Team Boys, 5:45 PM JV Boys (approximate times), 7:00 PM Varsity Boys (approximate time; we will NOT start before 7:00 PM). The crowning ceremony will be held after the Varsity game.

HS Girls Basketball Tournament-Hiawatha Invitational The SM girls basketball team will participate in the Hiawatha Invitational Tournament on January 28th, January 30th, & February 1st. Tuesday, January 28th SM will play Troy @ 4:30pm. Transportation will leave @ 2:00pm. Please release participants @ 1:45pm. Thursday, January 30th SM will play Jackson Heights @ 4:30pm. Transportation will leave @ 2:00pm. Please release participants @ 1:45pm. Saturday, February 1st SM will play Lafayette @ 11:30am. Transportation will leave @ 8:30am. Admission is $6. Livestream address: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ks/hiawatha/organization/14945/hiawatha-high-school

HS Wrestling HS wrestling meet @ St. Marys on Thursday, January 30th @ 4:00pm. Gate: Adults- $5.00, Students- $5.00, Family Cap- $20.00. Schedule: Wrestling will begin at 4:00 PM on 3 mats.

HS JV Wrestling HS JV wrestling @ Manhattan on Friday, January 31st @ 4:00pm. Admission: $5.00 Adults, $3.00 for all students (K-12 grades). Transportation will leave @ 12:45pm. Please release participants to eat lunch during Flex 2.

Topeka Community Foundation Scholarships- Due 2/3/25 Please find attached a listing of scholarships which are relevant to your school as it relates to the 2025 Topeka Community Foundation Scholarship program. We appreciate your assistance in notifying your students the availability of these applications, which will go "live" on our website https://topekacommunityfoundation.awardspring.com beginning Friday, November 1, 2024. The deadline for applying is Monday, February 3, 2025. Al & Darline Peterson Scholarship 5 $ 3,000.00 Brady Smith Memorial Scholarship 2 $ 500.00 Custom Woods Products- Lake Family Scholarship 1 $1,000/yr/4 years Dana & Louise Hummer Scholarship 1 $ 1,000.00 Harriet Hayes Austin Memorial Scholarship for Nursing 5 $ 2,000.00 Kaw Valley Quail Unlimited- Larry Campbell Scholarship 1 $ 1,000.00 L. A. "Bud" Moore Memorial Scholarship 1 $500/yr/2 years Pessemier Family Scholarship 1 $1,000/yr/4 years

Big Sun Scholarship The Big Sun Scholarship will award a $500 scholarship to a senior who participated in athletics. Apply at: http://www.bigsunathletics.com. The deadline is June 19th.

Kiwanis Foundation Scholarship The Kansas Kiwanis Foundation we would like to ask if it is possible to get the scholarship application for our current application period distributed to all high school counselors again this year. Our deadline is a postmark date of February 1 and we are trying to get the applications for the 2025-2026 academic year out prior to the Christmas break. The application is on our website at www.kskiwanisfoundation.org under Forms

Washburn Aleshire Center Scholarship Direct from high school and transfer students coming to Washburn University are invited to complete the incoming student application. These are competitive scholarships suitable for students who exhibit leadership initiative and/or seek additional community engagement developmental opportunities during their college years. Most scholarships start at $1,250. Eligibility criteria 2.75 GPA on a 4.0 scale for high school students Cumulative 2.75 GPA for transfer students Requirements Attending Washburn University full time (at least 12 hours per semester). Maintaining at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA. Achieving satisfactory annual progress toward earning a Leadership Studies or Community Studies minor or certificate as indicated in the Satisfactory Annual Progress section. Participating in one of the core co-curricular programs, Leaders of Tomorrow or Bonner Leaders. To Apply: https://www.washburn.edu/academics/leadership-community/scholarships.html

Kansas Masonic Foundation Scholarship Program Applications will be accepted from December 1st – February 15th. You must reapply each year to be eligible for a scholarship. To Apply: https://kansasmasonic.foundation/program/scholarships/ Criteria for 4-Year General Scholarships of $1,000 Be a Kansas resident Have an acceptance letter from the university/college or a copy of a current college transcript Be enrolled in 12 credit hours per semester Demonstrate a financial need Be attending one of the identified/eligible four-year Kansas universities: Emporia State University Fort Hays State University Kansas State University Pittsburg State University University of Kansas Washburn University Wichita State University Criteria for 2-Year General Scholarships of $1,000 Be a Kansas resident Have an acceptance letter from the technical/community college or a copy of a current college transcript Be enrolled in 12 credit hours per semester Demonstrate a financial need Be attending one of the identified/eligible two-year Kansas technical/community colleges: Allen Community College Barton Community College Butler Community College Cloud County Community College Coffeyville Community College Colby Community College Cowley Community College Dodge City Community College Flint Hills Technical College Fort Scott Community College Garden City Community College Highland Community College Hutchinson Community College Independence Community College Johnson County Community College Kansas City Community College Labette Community College Manhattan Area Technical College Neosho Community College North Central Kansas Technical College Northwest Kansas Technical College Pratt County Community College Salina Area Technical College Seward County Community College Washburn Institute of Technology Wichita Area Technical College

KADPF Scholarship Due 2/14/25 The Kansas Association of Directors of Plant Facilities promotes bringing the buildings and grounds profession to a greater height of knowledge and professionalism and has established a scholarship fund and will award 5 $3,500 academic scholarships and 5 $3,500 technical scholarships to qualifying students. These scholarships are available only to graduating seniors of non-instructional support staff who wish to continue their education at the college level or technical school. The students must be residents of Kansas and graduate from a Kansas High School and plan to attend a Kansas College or technical school. Only children whose parent or legal guardian is actively employed in a K-12 or secondary education institution and engaged in a buildings and grounds, food service or transportation position shall be eligible for these scholarships and it is the responsibility of the school to submit their best applications for competition. It is again time for KADPF Scholarship applications. Applications are online only and located on our website. http://kadpf.org/ At the KADPF homepage, click on the KADPF Scholarship Program tab at the top. Applications are due to me by February 14, 2025. Please do not send print applications. jarnhold@usd489.com The most often asked question is, "are secretary, teacher, principal and para children or guardians eligible for this scholarship?" Unfortunately, the answer is no. It was designed to be a scholarship awarded to children and guardians of plant facility operators, secretaries and paras usually fall under building administration.

Kansas City Royals + Ag Partners Scholarship Program: Kansas City Royals + Ag Partners Scholarship Program: https://www.agpartnerscoop.com/about/royals-scholarship-program DEADLINE: March 1, 2025 Ag Partners is the official ag cooperative of the Kansas City Royals! We have partnered with the Royals to bring another scholarship opportunity to the youth in the agriculture industry. There are two categories' students can apply for: Agriculture Marketing and Agriculture Education. Each category will have three winners: First Place will receive $4,000, Second & Third Place will each receive $500. Qualifications: Applicant must be a high school senior, graduating in Spring 2025 OR a student currently attending a post-secondary institution. Attend an educational institution in Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, or Arkansas. Enrolled in a post-secondary institution for the Fall 2025 semester. Submit one photo suitable for promotional use upon selection as an awardee. Selection & Recognition: Each category will have three winners: First Place will receive $4,000, Second & Third Place will each receive $500. All scholarship winners will receive a certificate of achievement upon selection. First place winners in both categories will receive their certificate directly from a representative of the scholarship program. All winners will be recognized by Ag Partners Cooperative, Inc. and the Kansas City Royals throughout the year through various platforms, including print, digital and broadcast mediums. All winners will be invited to an on-field experience at Kauffman Stadium during the 2025 season.

Ag Partners Scholarship Program: Ag Partners Scholarship Program: https://www.agpartnerscoop.com/about/scholarship-program DEADLINE: March 1, 2025 Ag Partners will offer five $1,000 scholarships to qualifying high school seniors who submit a completed online application. Applicants will be notified by April 2025 once the scholarship committee has determined awardees. Scholarships will be mailed directly to the school that is being attended on behalf of each recipient. Qualifications: Applicant must be a child or grandchild of a current Ag Partners member-owner or employee. Be a high school senior, graduating in spring 2025. Enrolled at a post-secondary institution immediately following high school graduation. Demonstrate leadership abilities, academic performance, and desire to further their education and career in an agricultural-related field. Submit one photo suitable for the newspaper to be used upon selection as an awardee. Complete the application online.

Kansas Rural Communities Foundation Scholarships Walter Byers Scholarship (approx. $1,000) Walters Byers was the owner of the Byers Ranch near Emmett, Kansas from 1965 until his death in 2015. In 1951 Mr. Byers was named the first executive director of the NCAA. It was Mr. Byers' wish to award an annual, renewable scholarship to a Kansas high school student based upon need and academic achievement. The scholarship may be used to attend any college or university in the United States. The scholarship may be renewed for recipients, upon determination by the Kansas Rural Communities Foundation of continuing eligibility, through college and may even extend to post graduate studies in a field other than law or veterinary medicine. Criteria • Available to a high school senior from Jackson, Nemaha, Pottawatomie or Wabaunsee counties • The applicant must be a Kansas resident for at least four years prior to receipt of the scholarship • Grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (3.0 GPA must be maintained in college for renewal) • Evidence of financial need required Kaw Valley State Bank & Trust Co Employee Donor Advised Scholarship (2 at approx. $250 each) The employees of the Kaw Valley State Bank in Wamego, Kansas have established a fund to award scholarships to area high school seniors. Two $250 scholarships will be awarded to students attending a high school in Pottawatomie or Wabaunsee counties. Criteria • Available to a high school senior from Pottawatomie or Wabaunsee counties • The recipient shall be enrolled in any accredited two or four year post-secondary institution. • Special consideration shall be given to a family member of an employee of Kaw Valley State Bank. • Special consideration shall be given to any student who shows leadership within their school by being part of a club or civic group. WTC Scholarships (6) (approx. $1,000) WTC (formerly Wamego Telephone Company, Inc.) has always considered it important to give back to the educational efforts of youth within each community it serves. These scholarships were established in 1998 to reward those students who have excelled during their high school years and are available to a graduating senior at each high school in WTC's service area: Wamego, Rock Creek, Rossville, Wabaunsee, St. Marys Academy, and St. Marys High School. Criteria • Available to a graduating senior at each high school in WTC's service area (Wamego, Rock Creek, Wabaunsee, and St. Marys (High School and Academy). • Available for attendance at any 2- or 4-year accredited school. • Selection is based on the academic performance of students. • Financial need will be considered. To Apply Visit: https://www.thekrcf.org/apply

Manhattan Cross Country Club Scholarship in honor of Marvin Hachmeister Application materials are posted on Google Classroom for the 2025 Manhattan Cross Country Club Scholarship in honor of Marvin Hachmeister. Please share with senior student/athletes who have participated in cross country or track and field – or both. We intend to award several scholarships this year, valued at $500 each. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and must be planning to participate in either cross country or track and field at the collegiate level next year. The application deadline is April 1 and the selection committee will announce winners by May 1.

Sunflower Girls State Sunflower Girls State is a week-long leadership camp for high school girls, offering immersive experiences in community building and civic leadership. This is open to any junior girl during the 24-25 school year. College scholarship are award each year to three delegates who attend Sunflower Girls State. For more information: https://www.ksgirlsstate.org/registration1

Boys State of Kansas Boys State of Kansas June 1-7th at K-State Boys State is an elite leadership opportunity for KS high school rising sophomore and junior boys. For more information: https://ksbstate.org/why-attend-boys-state/

Kansas Future Teacher Academy This event is open to all current juniors in high school who are interested in pursuing a career in education. Applications will be accepted between 11/1/24-3/1/25. July 14-18 2025 at Emporia State University For more information: https://www.emporia.edu/teachers-college/services-resources-centers/kansas-future-teacher-academy/

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St. Marys Jr/Sr High
601 East Lasley Street
St. Marys, Kansas 66536

Superintendent:
Kerry Lacock

Building Administrator:
Adam Hurla

Assistant Principal/Athletic Director:
Myron Flax

Administrative Assistants:
Stacey Reiners
Summer St. Louis

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Local Phone: 785.437.6257

Toll Free: 877.825.2823

Fax: 785.437.3460