Archie MS/HS Whirlwind News

Our Mission: “LEARNING FOR LIFE.” The mission of the Archie R-V School District is to provide a high quality education in a safe, positive environment to foster lifelong success for all.

Our Vision: The vision of the Archie R-V School District is to be a district where everyone experiences success.

THE ARCHIE R-V BOARD, ADMINISTRATORS, AND STAFF BELIEFS

• We believe all students and staff members deserve a safe and productive environment.

• We believe that positive, supportive student and teacher relationships, as well as community partnerships, are vital to student success.

• We believe in recruiting and retaining an inspiring, innovative staff.

• We believe in developing a staff which utilizes best instructional practices.

• We believe in high expectations and accountability for all.

• We believe in equipping learners to become successful citizens in a diverse society.

• We believe in fostering lifelong curiosity and resourcefulness in all learners.

Chromebooks: Please make sure your students bring their Chromebooks charged and ready to go every day ready for school. I suggest students plug-in and charge their Chromebook every night before they go to bed, and leave it close to their backpack to make sure they bring it with them in the morning.

Parent Teacher Conferences were held on Wednesday, Oct. 25th and Thursday, Oct. 26th. We appreciated seeing all the parents who attended conferences. If you were unable to attend, we will mail home grade cards with MAP/EOC results. Please contact your child's teacher any time you have questions or concerns. I encourage you to check grades in the SIS parent portal frequently. Our goal is to work together so that all students can be successful!

• November 1st- No CCC and No LEAD Center
• November 2nd- No CCC and No LEAD Center
• November 3rd- No CCC and No LEAD Center
• November 6th- NHS Induction Ceremony
• November 10th- Veteran's Day Assembly and Breakfast, 2nd quarter mid-term
• November 20th - School Board Meeting 7:00 pm
• November 22nd- 27th - Thanksgiving Break - No School
• November 27th- Teacher Professional Day - No School
• November 29th- Winter School Sports Pictures

Good attendance is imperative to success in school. Good attendance impacts a student’s grades, overall educational experience, and sets positive habits that will help students to become successful in life.

Students who are absent more than ten (10) days during a semester in any class are at risk of not earning credit in that class. Exceptions may be made in the event of extenuating circumstances that can be verified such as chronic health issues or medical appointments. If credit is denied due to attendance, the next step in the appeal process is the superintendent and then the Board of Education.

Congratulations to this year's new members of the National Honor Society! These students were selected by a Faculty Advisory Committee based on the criteria of Leadership, Character and Service.

Rose Alyea, Shane Heider, Zeke Fuller, Drew McCullough, Brooke Jacobs, Eleanor Leslie, Peyton Himes, Joey Dawson, Gabby Moore, Aranza Acosta-Ortigoza, Isabelle Walsh, Tom Janssen, Kaden Sutton, Hayden Shaw, Alejandro Simpson, Danika Gallardo, Gavin Lecuru, Abigail Sutton, Moheya Charles, Makenzie Squier, Lizzie Thompson, Jackson Martin, Ty Johnson, Trista Dickerson, Gage Steinkamp, Sofia Perez, Jackson Kash and Talan Reynolds.

These new members will be officially inducted into the Archie Chapter of the National Honor Society on November 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the Dome.

The Whirlwinds Booster Club is looking for a few more interested fans, community members or alumni to purchase a brick to be engraved. The bricks are located at the Archie Sports Complex.

I had the privilege of meeting with each senior in October. We were able to insure students are on track to graduate, highlight scholarship opportunities, and discuss future plans. It has been wonderful getting to know those of them who I do not know and learning about their exciting plans for the future! ~Mrs. Mell

The “new” 2024–25 FAFSA® is expected to open in December. This new form is predicted to be an easier, more streamlined process. At this point in order to be ready when it opens, students and parents can create their FSA ID. Use this guide created by uAspire when you are ready to get started- FSA ID How To. A great website to help you stay on top of all things FAFSA® is - https://journeytocollege.mo.gov/fafsa-info/.

Some scholarships require information from the current FAFSA® in order to apply. You will also have to apply for the new version that opens in December for the 2024-2025 academic year. Please reach out if I can help you with this.

Seniors, be sure to check out the Scholarship section on the website. It’s not too early to begin applying for money to assist with your post graduation goals!

Link- Scholarship Information.

Students should begin looking at their class schedules in the Tyler SIS portal for 2nd semester. If students are thinking about any schedule changes, see Mrs. Macrander in Academic Services to schedule an appointment. Make sure to have a couple of choices in mind since some electives are at or near capacity.