December 20, 2024

*ENJOY YOUR WINTER BREAK! We look forward to seeing you back on Monday, January 6, 2025!

*PSEO MEETING: Interested in earning college credits while you’re in high school? Any 10th or 11th grade students who are interested in taking PSEO classes next year should attend the information session on January 8 during Advisory. The meeting will be held in the auditorium.

December 19, 2024

TODAY: Block schedule (2,4,6) and ASEM. Please check your schedule for your ASEM room assignment.

*WINTER SPIRIT WEEK: We wrap up our spirit week with Dress Cozy day on Friday. Let’s see your best winter spirit before we go on break!

*PSEO MEETING: Interested in earning college credits while you’re in high school? Any 10th or 11th grade students who are interested in taking PSEO classes next year should attend the information session on January 8 during Advisory. The meeting will be held in the auditorium.

*INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Bloom in Bloomington is a youth workforce development program that matches young people (ages 16-24) with internship experiences within the city of Bloomington. Visit Blm.mn/bloom for more information. Applications will be accepted beginning January 6, 2025.

*FINANCIAL AID HELP SESSIONS: Class of 2025 Families! Need help understanding your financial aid options for college? Starting January 7 you may attend free virtual sessions for high school students and families offered by a collaborative of financial aid experts. All sessions will have interpretation in Spanish, Somali and Hmong. Students who attend any of the sessions will be entered into a $1,000 scholarship drawing. For session dates, topics, and registration visit  https://bit.ly/RSFAFSA. Contact tpribnow@ecmc.org with any questions.

December 17, 2024

*WINTER SPIRIT WEEK continues on Wednesday with Winter Getaway day. Thursday is Bundle Up day, and we wrap it all up with Dress Cozy day on Friday. Let’s see your best winter spirit before we go on break!

*PSEO MEETING: Interested in earning college credits while you’re in high school? Any 10th or 11th grade students who are interested in taking PSEO classes next year should attend the information session on January 8 during Advisory. The meeting will be held in the auditorium.

*INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Bloom in Bloomington is a youth workforce development program that matches young people (ages 16-24) with internship experiences within the city of Bloomington. Visit Blm.mn/bloom for more information. Applications will be accepted beginning January 6, 2025.

*HOMEWORK HELP REMINDER! Students, please remember - you've got some awesome staff to help you with any homework or study help after school on Tuesday and Thursday THIS WEEK. We look forward to seeing you there!

December 13, 2024

*TOY DRIVE: This year, NHS is hosting our annual Toy Drive for Children at Shriners Children's Clinic. You have until Monday, December 16th to donate to your 2nd hour class. The class that donates the most money and new toys will win donuts! You can find more information on the posters around the school. Good luck!

*WINTER SPIRIT WEEK kicks off on Monday with Festive Socks day! Then on Tuesday, we’ve got Whiteout day, Wednesday is Winter Getaway day, Thursday is Bundle Up day, and we wrap it all up with Dress Cozy day on Friday. Let’s see your best winter spirit before we go on break!

December 12, 2024

TOY DRIVE: This year, NHS is hosting our annual Toy Drive for Children at Shriners Children's Clinic. You have until Monday, December 16th to donate to your 2nd hour class. The class that donates the most money and new toys will win donuts! You can find more information on the posters around the school. Good luck!

*TJ COFFEEHOUSE is back this Friday morning at 8:15. Swing by the cafeteria for your favorite drinks and snacks. Can’t wait to see you!

December 11, 2024

*SCHOOL STORE:  This is a reminder to students that the school store is not permitted to sell items to those without an official school store pass during periods 1-6. Each classroom and hallway monitor has an official store pass. Handwritten notes will not be accepted.

*TOY DRIVE: This year, NHS is hosting our annual Toy Drive for children at Shriners Children's Clinic. You have until Monday, December 16th to donate to your 2nd hour class. Whichever 2nd hour donates the most money and new toys will win donuts! You can find more information on the posters around the school. Good luck!

*TJ COFFEEHOUSE is back this Friday morning at 8:15. Swing by the cafeteria for your favorite drinks and snacks. Can’t wait to see you! 

December 10, 2024

*FINANCIAL AID HELP SESSIONS: Class of 2025 Families! Need help understanding your financial aid options for college? Starting January 7 you may attend free virtual sessions for high school students and families offered by a collaborative of financial aid experts. All sessions will have interpretation in Spanish, Somali and Hmong. Students who attend any of the sessions will be entered into a $1,000 scholarship drawing. For session dates, topics, and registration visit  https://bit.ly/RSFAFSA. Contact tpribnow@ecmc.org with any questions.

*UPCOMING COLLEGE MEETINGS: (Register on Naviance to attend)
   UCLA - Wed. 12/18
   Howard University - Wed. 12/18
   University of the Pacific - Wed. 12/18

*UPCOMING CAREER SPEAKERS: (Register on Naviance to attend)

   Nursing - Thurs. 1/9/25

   Recreation Sports Management - Thurs. 1/30/25

December 9, 2024

*FINANCIAL AID HELP SESSIONS: Class of 2025 Families! Need help understanding your financial aid options for college? Starting January 7 you may attend free virtual sessions for high school students and families offered by a collaborative of financial aid experts. All sessions will have interpretation in Spanish, Somali and Hmong. Students who attend any of the sessions will be entered into a $1,000 scholarship drawing. For session dates, topics, and registration visit  https://bit.ly/RSFAFSA. Contact tpribnow@ecmc.org with any questions.

December 6, 2024

*FINAL DAY TO ORDER CAP AND GOWN:  Seniors, if you have not ordered your cap and gown for graduation, today is the last day! Go to the JHS main office if you have any questions or if you need help filling out the form.

December 5, 2024

*CARE FOR A CURE: Help support Student Council's initiative to raise funds for Breast Cancer Awareness.

• Tables will be set up in the lunchroom this Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday

• Both cash and online payments are accepted

• Wednesday (December 4th) is Pink Out spirit day

• Bracelets and Pins will be sold at lunch to automatically enter students into a drawing. The top prize is tickets for a Vikings game!

December 4, 2024

 *SENIORS - IMPORTANT CAP AND GOWN REMINDER! Friday, December 6 is the last day to fill out the Google form to order your graduation cap and gown. You do not have to pay for the cap and gown, but you do need to have one ordered! Go to the JHS main office if you have any questions or need help with the form.

*CARE FOR A CURE: Help support Student Council's initiative to raise funds for Breast Cancer Awareness.
   -Tables will be set up in the lunchroom this Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
   -Both cash and online payments are accepted
   -Wednesday (December 4th) is Pink Out spirit day
   -Bracelets and Pins will be sold at lunch to automatically enter students into a drawing. The top prize is tickets for a Vikings game!

December 3, 2024

*SENIORS - IMPORTANT CAP AND GOWN REMINDER! Friday, December 6 is the last day to fill out the Google form to order your graduation cap and gown. You do not have to pay for the cap and gown, but you do need to have one ordered! Go to the JHS main office if you have any questions or need help with the form.

*BREAST CANCER AWARENESS: Help support Student Council's fundraising initiative for Breast Cancer Awareness.

• Tables will be set up in the lunchroom this Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
• Both cash and online payments are accepted
• Wednesday (December 4th) is Pink Out spirit day
  
• Bracelets and Pins will be sold at lunch to automatically enter students into a drawing. The top prize is Vikings game tickets!

December 2, 2024

*SENIORS - IMPORTANT CAP AND GOWN REMINDER! Friday, December 6 is the last day to fill out the Google form to order your graduation cap and gown. You do not have to pay for the cap and gown, but you do need to have one ordered! Go to the JHS main office if you have any questions or need help filling out the form.

*PROM COMMITTEE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! We are looking for 11th and 12th grade students who are interested in serving on the Prom Committee this year. The Prom Committee meets 5 times over the next couple of months to come up with a theme, create posters/tickets, and provide additional input. Our first meeting is at 1:15 PM on Thursday, December 5. Please consider joining us and let Mr. Johnson know if you are interested!