SHS Family News
January 15, 2024
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Family Engagement Opportunities
All Night Grad Party Planning
SHS has an annual tradition of an all-night party for our graduates, organized and hosted by parents. This year the party will be held on the evening of graduation on Friday, May 31st. We need all hands on deck to pull off this celebration! Interested in helping? Here are a few ways:
- Sign up to help set up or help at the event. Please sign up by filling out your info on this form. Our school district is requiring that all volunteers in our buildings pass a two part background check. Once you complete the sign up, I will send you a link for the background check. We do want to get a jump on this to complete it so that we are ready to go by the time May comes around. There will not be a fee associated with this check.
- Join the planning committee if you'd like to help even further. The committee will meet next on February 7th at 6pm in the SHS Library Conference Room. Parents of underclassmen are encouraged to join the committee to learn more and be able to carry on this tradition. I promise you, you can take on as much as you are comfortable with and it is a great way to mingle with other SHS parents.
- There are a couple fundraisers coming up that will help make this night possible. On January 24th there will be a Meat Raffle at Birds Bar, save the date! Make sure to follow our school's social media @shs.superiorwi to keep up with other fundraisers that will be popping up.
This event is a really awesome tradition that is unique to SHS. Thank you for any way you are able to help this fun and safe way for our students to celebrate. To get involved, please email Nicky Wilson at nickyw2433@gmail.com.
Volunteers
If you plan to help out at Superior High School, please visit the link below and complete the 2 PART process. If you need assistance with the fee associated with the background check, please email leann.egnash@superior.k12.wi.us and she can help you. We do not want this fee to deter you from making a positive difference at our school. You can specify in your application if you want it to include multiple schools within our district. This check is valid for one year from the date it is complete.
Help for SHS Clubs
SHS has a wide assortment of clubs held during Advisory time. This can be the time when students meet with groups such as Pledgemakers, Student Council, Spartan Spin, DECA, Black Student Union, GSA, FBLA, and more. Beyond those groups, there are also SO MANY more opportunities to sign up for an activity during advisory including cooking, ping pong, welding, relaxing activities, and time for crafting. Here are a few "clubs" that can use help with supplies, with their Amazon Wish Lists linked:
SEWING CLUB Cleaning out your sewing closets? Clothing Construction and Design I & II classes and Sewing Club would appreciate any fabric or thread donations! Please drop off in the main office; attention Kathleen Sims
Performing Arts
Athletic Department
Hygiene Drive
Hoops For Hope
Softball Open Gyms
Open gym has started for those players interested in Spartan Softball.
Send-Offs for JJ Marthaler
Superior Hockey send-off for our Spartan Sophomore, Jackson “JJ” Marthaler, as he heads to South Korea to represent Team USA in Men’s Hockey at the Youth Olympic Games.
January 15, 2024
Superior Ice Arena
6:15-6:45 pm - Meet and Greet Pizza Party
6:45-7:00 pm - Autographs for the Kids
7:00-7:45 pm - Skate with JJ and the Spartans on the ODR
On Thursday, January 18th at 7:30am SHS will be hosting a send-off as well. Join us to show your support for your fellow Spartan!
Pancake Breakfast
February 11th Spartan Hockey Fundraiser!
Athlete of the Week
Spartan Senior, Autumn Cooper has been nominated for the rSchoolToday Athlete of the Week. Vote HERE by Thursday at 2pm.
Class of 2024 - DEADLINES APPROACHING!
Caps and Gowns
In order to ensure delivery by graduation, it is recommended you order asap. We will also have a limited supply available in the Treasurer’s office later this spring.
HOW TO ORDER:
1. Order online at jostens.com
2. Mail your printed form to the address:
Jostens of Northern Wisconsin
PO BOX 3073
Eau Claire, WI 54703
Scholarship Info
Here are scholarship upcoming dates for seniors & parents:
- Scholarship applications are now available. More info HERE.
- Friday, January 19: Deadline for Nelson, McLean, Hendrickson, O'Hara applications (no late applications will be accepted.)
- Wednesday, January 31: Nelson Writing sample at 8-10:30am in the Arena Gym
- Wednesday, February 14: Deadline for General Scholarship applications (no late applications will be accepted.)
- Mid-April: Students will be informed about scholarship decisions
FAFSA - Financial Aid
SHS Financial Aid Night was Wednesday, December 13th. Below is some information that was covered. Need help filling out the application? Find resources here. Contact our counseling center with any questions regarding financial aid.
Counselors Corner
Transcripts
Transcripts will be available on 2/2 from Semester 1.
Student Life
Winter Ball
Our student council is hosting a Snowball on Friday, January 19th. Tickets are being sold at the Treasurer's Office, or online here. No tickets will be sold at the door.
Capture the Memories
Have you ordered your student's portrait and yearbook yet? ACT NOW!
Yearbook Order
Order your yearbook HERE BY FEBRUARY 16th! We will have a very limited quantity of books for sale at a first come first serve basis at the end of the year, ordering your book NOW will guarantee you get a copy.
Portraits are Ready
Spartan Showcase
Congratulations to our own Spartans! Makenzie and Ms. Christy were recognized at the January School Board Meeting. We have so much #spartanPRIDE for you both!
More Resources
Attendance Matters
Contact Ms. Elaine at elaine.holmberg@superior.k12.wi.us with any questions or assistance with attendance needs. Please remember that our school day starts at 7:55am every day, on Wednesdays our day starts at 8:25am.