Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Girls Basketball
Your Preble Hornet Girls Basketball Team plays the Eagles from Southern Door High School tonight at Preble. Freshman and JV play at 5:30 and Varsity at 7:30. The Hornets look to improve to 3-2 with a win. Come and support the Lady Hornets!!!

MAC Scholars
MAC Scholars will meet TODAY after school from 3:00 to 4:00 pm in ROOM 107A.

Asian Club
All Asian Club members are invited to join us for an ice cream party to eat up the leftover sherbert from the dance!

Chess Club Reminder:
Our first meeting in January has changed. It will now be on Monday, January 4th – which is our first day back from the holiday break. See you in the LMC!

The Do Something Club
The Do Something Club wishes everyone a happy holidays. We remind you to use some of your time in service to others over break! It is a season when we often focus on getting something, but please also remember to DO SOMETHING for others!

We will meet again as a club after break!

Drumline
DRUMLINE T-SHIRTS ARE IN‼ COME TO THE TICKET BOOTH ON YOUR LUNCH HOUR TO PICK UP YOUR SHIRT. IF YOU HAVEN’T ORDERED ONE AND STILL WANT ONE COME TO THE TICKET BOOTH TO ORDER. COME HELP YOUR PREBLE DRUMLINE SWARM THE EAST RED DEVIL DRUMLINE BY SUPPORTING THEM WITH YOUR PREBLE HORNET DRUMLINE T-SHIRT ON JANUARY 19TH.

HOCKEY FANS . . .
Start the New Year off with fast paced hockey action as your Green Bay United Gryphons take on Notre Dame Academy in a “Battle of the Bay’s” Saturday, January 2, 2010. The puck drops at 3:30 p.m. at the Cornerstone. GBU needs you to fill the stands in support of your team. Make plans now and don’t miss out on any of the action. Happy Holidays and GO GRYPHONS!

Language Arts Academic Team
This is a reminder to the Language Arts Academic Team that we will meet tonight after school in Room 127. Bring snacks and plan to stay for approximately one hour

Mr. Abts Law Students
Reminder for all of Mr. Abts law students to report to his room 115 during 7th hour today for a guest speaker that will be presenting for 2 class periods! Thank you

New Pictures
New pictures on the student drive are from 12/18/09 (Last Friday). Spotlight Dance and the Boys basketball game (which includes the dance team, cheerleaders, and band)

Monday, December 21, 2009

Yearbook
The list of senior photos which have been received for the yearbook is now posted on the J drive in the first folder labeled #01 2010 Senior Photos Rec’d. There is also a message in the same file with instructions on what to do if you thought your photo was submitted but your name does not appear on the list. It is your responsibility to check this list to make sure that your photo was received. The yearbook staff will not be responsible if the book is published without your photo. It is not too late to submit your senior photo. However, soon it will be too late for us to put your photo in alphabetical order in the senior section. Please see Mrs. Sutton in Room 205 if you have questions about your photo.

Also, we have been informed by the yearbook mail order company that the first order forms were mailed out at the bulk rate so they should be showing up at your homes soon if they haven’t already.

Musical DVD
Anyone who ordered a DVD of the musical can pick it up from Mr. Flogel in the Choir Room.

Chess Club
Chess club will be meeting tonight at 3:15 p.m. in the LMC. In addition to our normal meeting, we will also be showing the 1993 chess film “Searching For Bobby Fisher”. If you plan on staying for the film, please make sure your ride is arranged for 5:30 p.m.

DRUMLINE T-SHIRTS ARE IN‼
COME TO THE TICKET BOOTH ON YOUR LUNCH HOUR TO PICK UP YOUR SHIRT. IF YOU HAVEN’T ORDERED ONE AND STILL WANT ONE COME TO THE TICKET BOOTH TO ORDER. COME HELP YOUR PREBLE DRUMLINE SWARM THE EAST RED DEVIL DRUMLINE BY SUPPORTING THEM WITH YOUR PREBLE HORNET DRUMLINE T-SHIRT ON JANUARY 19TH.

Canvas Bags for Sale
Are you looking for a last minute gift for your mother or aunt? Or are you looking to introduce a new way to go green to your family for the holidays? The Environmental club will be selling canvas bags with natural and cultural prints on them for $10 today and tomorrow. The profit from these bags will fund a current project of the EC to help Preble’s natural setting. These bags make great presents and are a neat way to protect our world from landfill overload caused by plastic bags.

Cell Phones for Soldiers
“Fox Communities Credit Union is collecting cell phones for soldiers. Each cell phone is good for up to a 75 minutes calling card for a soldier. Please drop off your cell phone at your In-School Credit Union.”

Link Crew
This is reminder to all Link Crew students. Please consider attending the upcoming training being offered on suicide prevention. Did you know that suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death amongst adolescents? Did you also know that Freshman students are identified as the group at highest risk of having suicidal thoughts? We are being proactive at Preble and making efforts to increase awareness of warning signs of suicide and how to help a friend through education. The training will be conducted on January 6th from 3:15-4:45 in the LMC. This will count towards one of your required Link Crew events. Please sign up in the Student Services office so we can plan accordingly.

The Buzz
The Buzz staff will be meeting Monday Dec 21 to finish up the latest issue. All editors and layout people must attend. If there are any articles out, they must be in by Friday Dec 18.

Wrestling
This past weekend the Preble-East wrestling team competed in the Willard Schmidt Scramble at Preble high school. The wrestling team took the championship of the 11 team tournament scoring 311.5 points, and defeating the nearest competitor by 100 points. Champions for Preble-East were Steve Cygan at 103, Marshall Pennings at 140, Matthew Pennings at 160, Spencer Tielens at 171 and Mark VandenAvond at 189. Finishing second were Pedro Hernandez and Pat Dewane. Finishing third were Dalton Tielens, Christian Tointon, and Aaron Werchek.

Matthew Pennings stayed undefeated on the year and was named the tournament's most valuable wrestler. Great job guys!

Volunteers Needed
Volunteers needed Sunday, December 27 from 9:00 am - noon to assist the Green Bay Lions Club with handing out materials prior to the start of the Packer game. This game takes place during Christmas break. Interested students should sign up in the Career Center.

Friday, December 18, 2009

Attention FCA goers!
Our Christmas party is upon us and their isn’t a better way to get the word out than enjoying some delicious puppy chow! Any student or teacher can pick some up on Friday in the commons during all 3 lunch hours. Also receive information on our annual Christmas Party this Sunday, everyone is welcome. Any questions contact Connor Gindt or Collin Wendtland for more information.

Attention Preble Runners:
We’ve had great turnouts for our Preble Winter Running Club. Remember, everyone is welcome to join us every Monday, Wednesday and Friday @ 3:15 outside of the PE locker rooms. This is a great way to stay in shape and meet some of Preble’s finest students.


December Dash
Tomorrow, Red Smith will be holding their annual December Dash 5 Kilometer Run/Walk. This event will begin at 9:00 AM in the Red Smith parking lot. The cost is $5 with all proceeds going to families in need during this holiday season. See Coach Loritz for race information or sign up the morning of the event. Run or walk for a great cause and participate in the Red Smith December Dash!


Chess Club
Reminder – our final chess club meeting before the holiday break will be on Monday.

We will have a regular meeting, but we’ll also be showing the 1993 chess film: “Searching for Bobby Fisher”. If you plan on staying for the film, then please arrange your ride for 5:30 p.m. Plenty of chess and enjoyment on Monday.

Shout out to ALL Preble students!
Tonight’s the night! The Spot Light Dance is tonight so get ready to wear your white and neon colored clothes and get down!

ALL students are invited to come and dance the night away with glow sticks and strobe lights!
Check out the dance battle between members of the Hip Hop Dance Group and the Preble Dance Team after 9 pm!

Get your picture taken under The Spotlight! It’s your last chance to buy tickets at the ticket booth for only $5 to enjoy the fun! Or you can just come on over after the basketball game and buy your tickets at the door. We’ll see you tonight dancing in the spotlight!

Canvas Bags for Sale
Are you looking for a last minute gift for your mother or aunt? Or are you looking to introduce a new way to go green to your family for the holidays? The Environmental club will be selling canvas bags with natural and cultural prints on them for $10 today, and Monday and Tuesday of next week. The profit from these bags will fund a current project of the EC to help Preble’s natural setting. These bags make great presents and are a neat way to protect our world from landfill overload caused by plastic bags.


Credit Union Trivia Winner
“Fox Communities Credit Union’s trivia winner for this week is Brittany Teebo! Congratulations Brittany! Please stop by your In-School Credit Union to claim your prize!

We invite everyone to enter our weekly trivia for a chance to win a BUZZING cool prize!”

Girls Volleyball
Any varsity or freshman girls volleyball player who wanted a copy of the season highlight video can pick it up from Coach Heimerman today.

The Greater Green Bay Youth Leadership Council
The Greater Green Bay Youth Leadership Council is now accepting applications. If you have demonstrated leadership activity through the Brown County Leadership program, class officer, student council, Exploring Career program, or acted as an officer in a club/organization you are eligible to apply. As a Youth representative you will meet monthly with community leaders. Youth leaders will have the opportunity to discuss important issues and concerns faced by young people in our area. Furthermore, you will be able to provide meaningful input on policies that affect the entire community. Application available in the Career Center.

Going to the basketball game tonight?
Don’t forget that hideous Christmas sweater with the snowmen or that santa hat before you leave the house because tonight is HOLIDAY NIGHT. Join your very own Preble Pep Band in dressing in your holiday best (or worst) for the game.

Mr. Titletown Competition-Formal Fashion Show
Partners in Education Drug Alliance, in cooperation with DuBois Formal Wear & Elaine’s Wedding and Event Center, are hosting the Mr. Titletown competition-Formal Fashion Show at the Radisson Hotel & Conference Center on Sunday, January 31, 2010. Young men and women are needed as models for the show. Applications are due tomorrow Dec. 19. If interested stop in the Career Center today.

SMART
The Science, Math, And Rational Thinking club will be meeting after school today. Everyone is welcome. Reflect in multiple ways and join the Science, Math And Rational Thinking club today at 3:10 in Mr. Sindberg’s room, Rm. 229.

Buzz Staff
The Buzz staff will be meeting Monday Dec 21 to finish up the latest issue. All editors and layout people must attend. If there are any articles out, they must be in by Friday Dec 18.

FCA
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes will have their Christmas gathering this Sunday the 20th at 6:00 pm. We will have a fun scavenger hunt followed by food, fun and fellowship. Plan to attend and bring a dish to pass. Contact the front office for more details on this event and FCA.

Volunteers Needed
Volunteers needed Sunday, December 27 from 9:00 am - noon to assist the Green Bay Lions Club with handing out materials prior to the start of the Packer game. This game takes place during Christmas break. Interested students should sign up in the Career Center.

Wednesday, December 16, 1009

Class Ring
Anyone who ordered a class ring can pick it up during the lunch hours today. Please stop in the cafeteria commons during your lunch period.

Attention Preble Runners:
We’ve had great turnouts for our Preble Winter Running Club. Remember, everyone is welcome to join us every Monday, Wednesday and Friday @ 3:15 outside of the PE locker rooms. This is a great way to stay in shape and meet some of Preble’s finest students.December Dash 5K Run/WalkOn Saturday, December 19th Red Smith will be holding their annual December Dash 5 Kilometer Run/Walk. This event will begin at 9:00 AM in the Red Smith parking lot. The cost is $5 with all proceeds going to families in need during this holiday season. See Coach Loritz for race information or sign up the morning of the event. Run or walk for a great cause and participate in the Red Smith December Dash!

Attention Sting Cancer team members:
This Thursday will be our last meeting before the holidays begin. Please feel free to bring any treats to the meeting as we will have a casual holiday celebration and reflect on all the great things that our group is doing. If you want to join Sting Cancer and have not yet attended a meeting, feel free to stop by Thursday. Also if anyone wants any cookbooks to sell, they are available in Mr. Nesvacil’s room 141 or you can get them at the meeting on Thursday in the LMC

ALL Preble students!
What are you doing this Friday, December 18th after the basketball game?
Party hardy with your neon friends at the Spotlight Dance from 8:00 to 11:00 pm right here in the Preble commons!

ALL students are invited to come and dance the night away with glow sticks and strobe lights!
Check out the dance battle between members of the Hip Hop Dance Group and the Preble Dance Team after 9 pm!

Get your picture taken under The Spotlight! Dress code is casual – wear bright NEON colors to light up the Spotlight! Get your tickets for only 5 bucks a piece during the lunch hours. See you Friday night‼

FBLA
There will be an important FBLA meeting tonight after school in room 146.
GSA
The Preble Gay-Straight Alliance will be meeting after school today in room 107.

The GSA is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for all Preble students regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

Everyone is welcome to attend GSA meetings and to participate in GSA-related activities.

Language Arts Academic Team
This is a reminder for the Language Arts Academic Team that we will be meeting during the lunch hours today. Bring your lunch and join us!

Latino Club
There will be a very important Latino Club meeting in room 211 after school on Wednesday, December 16th. All members need to be there.

Kringle Fundraiser Order
The Kringle Fund Raiser order is being delivered today after school. You must be here to pick up your items, NO EXCEPTIONS!

Holiday Night
Are you going on to the boys basketball game on Friday? Be sure to dress up in your holiday best because it is HOLIDAY NIGHT! Be sure to join your Preble Pep Band in the stands and show the Redbirds our Hornet Holiday Spirit at the game!

PAC
The Political Awareness Club will meet on Wednesday after school in Room 105 to discuss the move of the Gitmo detainees to the Thomson Prison in northern Illinois. New members are always welcomed.

Green Bay United Swim Team
Last night Green Bay United swam against Sturgeon Bay. The score was Sturgeon Bay 108, GBU 56. The following swimmer swam their personal best times in the following events:
Varsity
200 Yard Medley Relay - Chad Westenberg, Andrew Lee, Andrew Jelinsky and Zack Nellis
200 Yard Free - Andrew Jelinsky and Trey Boerschinger
200 Yard IM - Andrew Lee
50 Yard Free - Zack Nellis
100 Yard Free - Vince Mason, Craig Galloway, Aaron Drossart
500 Yard Free - Trey Boerschinger
100 Yard Back - Chad Westenberg
100 Yard Breast - Andrew Jelinsky and Andrew Lee
Junior Varsity
Scott Reinsvold placed 1st in the 100 Yard Free
Junior Varsity personal best times:
50 Yard Free - Othm Abdulghami
100 Yard Free - Joeseph Kaftan
100 Yard Breast - Sam Smukowski

Seniors!
Today is cap and gown make up order day. Brickhouse School Services will in the commons today, during the lunch periods, taking orders for cap and gown. Please be sure to get measured today even if you forgot your money.

Speech Forensics
There will be a meeting for speech forensics this Wednesday, December 16th, in room 123, right
after school. There will be an election of officers.

Any past forensic student interested in running for office needs to see Ms. Gruski in Room 123
for intent to run forms

This is reminder to all Link Crew students.
Please consider attending the upcoming training being offered on suicide prevention. Did you know that suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death amongst adolescents? Did you also know that Freshman students are identified as the group at highest risk of having suicidal thoughts? We are being proactive at Preble and making efforts to increase awareness of warning signs of suicide and how to help a friend through education. The training will be conducted on January 6th from 3:15-4:45 in the LMC. This will count towards one of your required Link Crew events. Please sign up in the Student Services office so we can plan accordingly.

Softball
There will be open gym for softball Thursday night at 7:30 - 9:00

Tuesday, December 12, 2009

MAC Scholars
MAC Scholars will meet TODAY after school from 3:00 to 4:00 pm in ROOM 107A

Class Ring
Anyone who ordered a class ring may pick it up during the lunch hours tommorrow in the cafeteria commons. Please remember to bring your balance check with you to school on Wednesday.

Attention Preble Runners:
We’ve had great turnouts for our Preble Winter Running Club. Remember, everyone is welcome to join us every Monday, Wednesday and Friday @ 3:15 outside of the PE locker rooms. This is a great way to stay in shape and meet some of Preble’s finest students.

December Dash 5K Run/Walk
On Saturday, December 19th Red Smith will be holding their annual December Dash 5 Kilometer Run/Walk. This event will begin at 9:00 AM in the Red Smith parking lot. The cost is $5 with all proceeds going to families in need during this holiday season. See Coach Loritz for race information or sign up the morning of the event. Run or walk for a great cause and participate in the Red Smith December Dash!

Attention Sting Cancer team members:
This Thursday will be our last meeting before the holidays begin. Please feel free to bring any treats to the meeting as we will have a casual holiday celebration and reflect on all the great things that our group is doing. If you want to join Sting Cancer and have not yet attended a meeting, feel free to stop by Thursday. Also if anyone wants any cookbooks to sell, they are available in Mr. Nesvacil’s room 141 or you can get them at the meeting on Thursday in the LMC

Spot Light Dance
MAC Scholars and Asian Club are presenting the Spot Light Dance this Friday, December 18th at 8 pm. Be sure to get your tickets during the lunch hours or from any MAC Scholar or Asian Club member so you can get your boogie on!It’s your night to shine – for only $5, you can have a great time!

DECA
There will be a DECA meeting after school in room 136 tonight.

FBLA
There will be an important FBLA meeting this Wednesday after school in room 146.

Cell Phones for Soldiers
“Fox Communities Credit Union is collecting cell phones for soldiers. Each cell phone is good for up to a 75 minutes calling card for a soldier. Please drop off your cell phone at your In-School Credit Union.”

Girls Volleyball
The girls’ varsity volleyball team received some new honors this week. Five players were recognized by the Press-Gazette on its all area volleyball team. Jenna Smits was named player of the year, Rachel Taicher made 1st team and Meg Goerdt, Kendyl Danelski and Annie Goerdt received honorable mention.

The web site prepvolleyball.com also recognized the team, ranking the Hornets #433 in the country on its year-end list. Congratulations again to the girls on a great season.

GSA
The Preble Gay-Straight Alliance will be meeting after school tomorrow in room 107.

The GSA is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for all Preble students regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

Everyone is welcome to attend GSA meetings and to participate in GSA-related activities. The GSA hopes to see you this Wednesday in room 107.

College representative visiting the week of December 15th is:
Friday, Dec. 18 NWTC 8:26

Seniors and juniors welcomed

Language Arts Academic Team
This is a reminder to the Language Arts Academic Team that we will meet after school today to watch and discuss MacBeth. Bring along snacks and plan to stay until approximately 6 PM.

Latino Club
There will be a very important Latino Club meeting in room 211 after school on Wednesday, December 16th. All members need to be there.

ATTENTION MATH TEAM MEMBERS
Orders for your Math Team T-shirts are due today, Tuesday, Dec. 15th.

Please turn in your order form and money to Mr. Schwedrsky in Room 237

Student Pictures
Reminder to all students – you can always look at student pictures on the Student Drive under Preble School Clubs and organizations.

Updated pictures on the student drive: Dec Boys Swimming 12_11 and 12 Boys Hockey (Var and JV)

Seniors!
Make up day to order your cap and gowns is here. Brickhouse School Services will be in the commons on Wednesday, December 16 to take orders for cap and gown. Please be sure to pay for your cap and gown on Wednesday. Please look for informational posters that have been placed in the hallways and common areas.

Forensics
There will be a meeting for speech forensics this Wednesday, December 16th, in room 123, right
after school. There will be an election of officers.

Any past forensic student interested in running for office needs to see Ms. Gruski in Room 123
for intent to run forms

Congratulations to Preble’s top three students on the State Math Test.
Tied for Second Place with a score of 92, Augustine Santillan and Daniel Cape

First Place with a score of 95, Billy LaLuzerne

All the scores are posted outside room 237

Monday, December 14, 2009

Yearbook
By now, most, if not all, students should have received a yearbook order form in the mail from the Yearbook Order Center. Orders will not be filled out or taken at school this year. There are three ways to order a full-color 2010 yearbook, Going Green is Gold: By returning the order form sent to you in the mail, by going to the website buyayearbook.com, or by calling the toll free number 888.298.5063. Staff who would like to order a 2010 yearbook will have to either do it online or via the toll-free number.

We are still accepting senior color yearbook photos even though the deadline was two weeks ago. We cannot guarantee placement alphabetically in the senior color section, but we will do our best to make sure that every senior has a place in the 2010 yearbook. Please see Mrs. Sutton if you have questions. An announcement will be made when the list of photos received is completed and ready to post. This should happen before we leave on winter break so that you will have time to clear up any issues or errors.

Class Rings
Anyone who ordered a class ring may pick it up during the lunch hours tommorrow in the cafeteria commons. Please remember to bring your balance check with you to school on Wednesday.

Attention Art Club:
We will be meeting tomorrow after school for our Holiday Party. If you haven’t turned in a code-of-conduct form, you will not be able to participate and you will be asked to leave. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO TURN IN YOUR CODE-OF-CONDUCT FORMS BEFORE NEXT TUESDAY’S MEETING!

Attention Buzz staff:
we are still missing a number of articles for the next issue. Please stop in room 132 during the day Monday, Dec 14, with your article, or plan on staying after school Monday . Layout staff and all editors should plan on being in room 132 after school also.

Chess Club
Chess Club meeting tonight right after school in the LMC. See you there.

The Spotlight Dance
From the groups who brought you Mix It Up Day, we present to you our 2009 dance, “The Spotlight” on Friday, December 18th at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $5 and will be sold by the MAC Scholars and Asian Club Members throughout the week before the dance. Wear white or neon and show us what you got – It’s your moment to shine!

FBLA
There will be an important FBLA meeting this Wednesday after school in room 146.

Math Team
Orders for your Math Team T-shirts are due tomorrow, Tuesday, Dec. 15th. Please turn in your order form and money to Mr. Schwedrsky in Room 237

Seniors!
Make up day to order your cap and gowns is here. Brickhouse School Services will be in the commons on Wednesday, December 16 to take orders for cap and gown. Please be sure to pay for your cap and gown on Wednesday. Please look for informational posters that have been placed in the hallways and common areas.

Girls Softball
There will be a Softball open gym tonight 7:30-9:00 old gym

Friday, December 11, 2009

Report Cards
Teachers this is a reminder that report cards where placed in your mailboxes yesterday to be handed out today during 3rd hour today.

Attention Art Club:
We will be meeting next Tuesday after school for our Holiday Party. If you haven’t turned in a code-of-conduct form, you will not be able to participate and you will be asked to leave. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO TURN IN YOUR CODE-OF-CONDUCT FORMS BEFORE NEXT TUESDAY’S MEETING!

Game Night
Attention Students with all gaming experience prepare for tonight’s Game Night in room 210 at 3:30 after school. Bring a friend along to hang out with the Do Something Club. Come and play Chess, old school, Twister and other games. Be there to challenge Mr. B to any games. The entrance fee of $5 per person can be reduced to $3 by bringing in any non-perishable food item. All proceeds will go to a Preble Alumni who was burned in a house fire and needed us to DO SOMETHING!

Chess Club
Chess Club will be meeting on Monday from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the LMC. Grand Master? Beginner? Never played the game? Please come out and join us. We hope to see you in the LMC on Monday. Please contact Mr. Kline if you have any questions. Be Ready to Play! Chess Club – Come CHECK out our MOVES‼

The Spotlight Dance
Do you feel like dancing before the big winter break? Get ready because MAC Scholars & Asian Club are presenting “The Spotlight” dance on Friday, December 18th. It’s your time to shine in the spotlight! Tickets are just $5 and you can buy them during the lunch hours or from one of your fellow MAC Scholars and Asian Club members. Remember to wear white or neon colors and show us what you got for your moment to shine!

Cell Phones for Soldiers
Fox Communities Credit Union is collecting cell phones for soldiers. Each cell phone is good for up to a 75 minutes calling card for a soldier. Please drop off your cell phone at your In-School Credit Union.”

HOCKEY FANS . . .
It’s a double header weekend of hockey action December 11 and 12th. Join your undefeated Varsity Gryphon’s as they take on Sheboygan, Friday December 11th. The puck drops at 7:00 p.m. at the Cornerstone. And if one night isn’t enough, join us again on Saturday, December 12 at 5:00 p.m. at the Cornerstone when your Gryphon’s play host to St. Mary’s Springs/Fond du lac. The JV game begins Friday night at 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday the JV game follows the Varsity at 7:30 p.m. Don’t miss any of the exciting hockey action. Join us at the Cornerstone. GO GRYPHONS!

ATTENTION MATH TEAM MEMBERS
Orders for your Math Team T-shirts will be extended to next Tuesday, Dec. 15th. Please turn in your order form and money to Mr. Schwedrsky in Room 237

Girls Softball
The first girls softball open gym will be Monday Dec 14th 7:30 - 9:00 old gym. If you get a chance check it out. Hope to see you there. Thank you coach Halverson

The Ice Bears
The Ice Bears are on the road Friday to take on University School (Mequon). The Ice Bears also have a home game this Saturday @ 12:30 vs Medford at Cornerstone Community Ice Center.

Thursday, December 10, 2009

From the group that brought you Mix It Up Day…
MAC Scholars & Asian Club present: The Spotlight Dance: Your Night To Shine. Friday, December 18th from 8 to 11 pm (after the basketball game). Music will be provided by DJ Luis Franco. Come and dance the night away with glow sticks and strobe lights! Dress code is casual – wear bright NEON colors to light up the Spotlight! Tickets will be sold during the lunch hours AND you can buy your tickets from any MAC Scholar or Asian Club member – only $5‼

Attention all students. Are you ready to Brawl it out?
Come to the Do Something Club’s Game Night this Friday December 11th.
The entrance fee of $5 per person can be reduced to $3 by bringing in any non-perishable food item. Come and test your skills in our Brawl and other tournaments you could have the honor to play against our returning champion, Mike Fiori!! There will also be other games such as Guitar Hero, Rock band, chess, and other assorted games. All proceeds will go to a Preble Alumni who was burned in a house fire and needed us to DO SOMETHING!

HOCKEY FANS . . .
It’s a double header weekend of hockey action December 11 and 12th. Join your undefeated Varsity Gryphon’s as they take on Sheboygan, Friday December 11th. The puck drops at 7:00 p.m. at the Cornerstone. And if one night isn’t enough, join us again on Saturday, December 12 at 5:00 p.m. at the Cornerstone when your Gryphon’s play host to St. Mary’s Springs/Fond du lac. The JV game begins Friday night at 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday the JV game follows the Varsity at 7:30 p.m. Don’t miss any of the exciting hockey action. Join us at the Cornerstone. GO GRYPHONS!

SkillsUSA
SkillsUSA meeting December 10th room 153 At 3:05. We will be making our t-shirts for state.

Seniors!
Yesterday was cap and gown order day but due to the snow day, Brick House School Services will be here next Wednesday, December 16th for a make day. He will be here during the lunch periods, taking orders for cap and gown. Please be sure to get measured next week even if you forgot your money.


Green Bay United Men's Swim Team
Green Bay United defeated Pulaski 121 to 42. Green Bay United took first place in 9 varsity and 5 junior varsity events.
Varsity
200 Yard Medley Relay - 2:01.8 - Chad Westenberg, Andrew Lee, Andrew Jelinsky and Zack Nellis
200 Yard Freestyle - 2:27.14 - Craig Galloway
200 Yard IM - 2:21.95 - Andrew Jelinsky
100 Yard Butterfly - 1:15.19 - Zack Nellis
500 Yard Freestyle - 6:53.58 - Trey Boerschinger
200 Yard Freestyle Relay - 1:48.86 - Chad Westenberg, Andrew Lee, Andrew Jelinsky and Zack Nellis
100 Yard Backstroke - 1:11.10 - Chad Westenberg
100 Yard Breaststroke - 1:11.69 - Andrew Jelinsky
400 Yard Freestyle Relay - 4:45.07 - Craig Galloway, Nathan Fischer, Vince Mason, Zack Pasterski
Junior Varsity
50 Yard Freestyle - 28.74 - Marcus Muenchow
100 Yard Freestyle - 1:15.19 - Scott Reinsvold
200 Yard Freestyle Relay - 2;09.39 - Scott Reinsvold, Aaron Drossart, Christian Vasiliev, Carson Cozzens
100 Yard Backstroke - 1:22.65 - Nathan Fischer
100 Yard Breaststroke - 1:35.80 Joeseph Kaftan

STOPP
Students Together Opposing Peer Pressure will be having a bake sale after school today at the main entrance. All proceeds will be given to D.A.R.E. Please come to purchase some yummy treats and to support this great cause.

Additional scholarships available in the Career Center are:
-University of Minnesota-Men of Principle Scholarship
-Hemophilia Outreach Centre Scholarship
-WI Society for Clinical Laboratory Science
-Actuarial Science Scholarship-UW-Madison
-Pagel Graphic Arts Scholarship
-Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year Scholarship
-Robert Sharp Scholarship
-Earl Heyrman Scholarship
-AXA Achievement Community Scholarhsip

Information also available on Preble’s main page. Click on “For Students”

Girls Softball
Attention anyone interested in girls softball this spring. An informational meeting will be held right after school Friday, December 11th in room 265.

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

MAC Scholars
MAC Scholars will meet TODAY after school from 3:00 to 4:00 pm in ROOM 107A

Girls Softball
Attention anyone interested in girls softball this spring. An informational meeting will be held right after school Wednesday December 9th in room 265

Attention Girls Soccer players:
Open Gym on Tuesday night from 7:30 – 9:00

Spanish Club
We will meet on Wednesday, December 9th after school in room 221 to start decorating our piñatas. Please see Miss Fisher if you have any questions.

The Preble Hornet Bee-Stro is back!
Just one week from today, the Culinary Arts Students will be putting their skills to work crafting a scrumptious three-course gourmet meal. This entire meal with beverage costs only $8. Come enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and fabulous food OR reserve a take-out order to enjoy in the commons. Reservations are accepted throughout the day in room 140. Make your reservation as soon as possible. Come and enjoy a relaxing lunch at the Bee-stro!

Attention Juniors:
The informational meeting for juniors interested in the Business Coop program next year has been postponed until this Thursday. The meeting will be held in room 146 at 3:05 pm on Thursday. If you have any questions, see a business education teacher in room 144.

Forensics
Any student interested in running for forensic's officer needs to see Ms. Gruski in room 123, TODAY, for election forms.

Wednesday night, December 9th, there will be a Speech Forensics meeting for all students in room 123. Forensic officers will be elected at this time.

Language Arts Academic Team
This is a reminder that we will meet after school today to watch and discuss Hamlet. Plan to stay until approximately 6 PM.

Latino Club
There will be a very important Latino Club meeting in room 211 after school on Wednesday, December 9th. All members need to be there.

Seniors! Today is cap and gown order day.
Brickhouse School Services will in the commons today, during the lunch periods, taking orders for cap and gown. Please be sure to get measured today even if you forgot your money.

Students Together Opposing Peer Pressure will meet today, Dec. 8th, at 3:10 in room 206. Everyone is welcome.

Blood Drive
Attention students and staff! It’s the holiday season and the Red Cross needs blood donations! Please pick up a donor form from the Main Office and return today for an appointment. Our blood drive is scheduled for tomorrow. If we do not have school due to bad weather, a new date will be scheduled for later this month.

Girls Hockey
We have a girls hockey game at University School in Milwaukee on Friday Dec. 11 at 5 PM. The bus will load at Cornerstone Community Center at 1:30 PM. Please release the players at 12:30 for the game.

Monday, December 7, 2009

Arnie Wolff Soccer Complex Volunteer Request Announcement
Here is a great opportunity to help the Arnie Wolff soccer complex effort! We need persons to help pick up seats in the packer stadium, Tuesday December 8th at 3:30 pm. Please sign up in the office by Friday or call 920-469-4353. The effort will take no more than 2 hours. This is a great way to get community service hours. Age requirement is 14 and up.

Free Tundra Lodge Pizza Party
Please visit the school store and sign up for the Free Tundra Lodge Pizza Party. We need to have accurate counts for this DECA field trip.

Girls Softball
Attention anyone interested in girls softball this spring. An informational meeting will be held right after school Wednesday December 9th in room 265

The Preble Hornet Bee-Stro is back!
On Tuesday, Dec 15 the Culinary Arts three Students will be putting their skills to work crafting a scrumptious three-course gourmet meal. This entire meal with beverage costs only $8. Come enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and fabulous food. Reservations are accepted throughout the day in room 140. Make your reservation as soon as possible. Come and enjoy a relaxing lunch at the Bee-stro!

Boys Baseball
Boys spring baseball sign-up meeting will be held Monday December 7th from 3-3:45pm in rooms 264 and 265. If you cannot attend, please sign up in the main office this week."

Business Co-op
Are you interested in a program that can help you decide what career path you should choose and lets you get paid at the same time? If you are interested in learning about the Business Coop program, come to an informational meeting on Tuesday, December 8 at 3:05 pm in room 146.

The Buzz
There will be a work session for all Buzz staff writers who have not finished their articles on Monday Dec 7 in room 132 at 3:05. Articles finished and in the drop box will be edited at this time also. Join us with your article on Monday.

Forensics
There will be a very short meeting after school tonight, Monday, December 7th, in room 123 for any newbie students who might be interested in joining Preble's Speech Forensics Team.

Any student interested in running for forensic's officer needs to see Ms. Gruski in room 123, TODAY, for election forms. Wednesday night, December 9th, there will be a Speech Forensics meeting for all students in room 123. Forensic officers will be elected at this time.

Cell Phones for Soldiers
Fox Communities Credit Union is collecting cell phones for soldiers. Each cell phone is good for up to a 75 minutes calling card for a soldier. Please drop off your cell phone at your In-School Credit Union.

Do Something Game Night
Attention all students: in this big season of holidays, the Do Something Club would like to announce another one….the FIFTH annual game night. Reserve your calendars for this Friday from 3:30 to 6:30. The entrance fee of $5 per person can be reduced to $3 by bringing in any non-perishable food item. We will have everything from video games to board games from Brawl tourneys to guitar hero. If you are up to it you can even challenge Mr. B to some Ms. Pac man! See you Friday. The proceeds will go to help a Preble Grad who was severely burned in a house fire and needs us to DO SOMETHING‼

Green Bay United Swim Team
Green Bay United lost to Chilton-Valders 105 to 59 in their first swim meet of the season. Green Bay United won 1st place in 4 varsity events and 2 junior varsity events.

Varsity
Andrew Jelinsky - 200 Yard IM
Trey Boerschinger - 500 Yard Freestyle
Chad Westenberg, Andrew Jelinsky, Craig Galloway and Zack Nellis - 200
Yard
Freestyle Relay
Andrew Jelinsky - 100 Yard Breaststroke
Junior Varsity
Joeseph Kaftan - 100 Yard Freestyle
Carson Cozzens - 100 Yard Backstroke

College representatives visiting the week of December 7th are:
Wednesday, Dec. 9 Luther College of Iowa 8:26
Michigan Tech 10:23

Seniors and juniors welcomed

Jazz Ensemble
Attention all jazz ensemble members, there will be no practice tonight due to the Packer Game.

Attention Language Arts Academic Team:
This is a reminder that we will meet after school tomorrow to watch and discuss Hamlet. Bring some snacks and plan to stay until approximately 6 PM.

Link Crew Leaders:
Remember our next whole group meeting is tomorrow morning at 7:00 in the auditorium.

Seniors!
The time to order your cap and gowns is here. Brickhouse School Services will be in the commons on Tuesday December 8 and Wednesday December 9 to take orders for cap and gown. Please be sure to pay for your cap and gown next week Tuesday or Wednesday. Please look for informational posters that have been placed in the hallways and common areas.

STOPP
Students Together Opposing Peer Pressure will meet Tuesday, December 8th in room 206 at 3:10. Everyone is welcome.

Women in Health Care
The 10th annual Women in Health Care High School Seminar will be held on the UW-Madison campus on February 13, 2010. The seminar will provide an opportunity for high school girls to explore various health care careers and learn about the educational preparation each field requires. Fields represented will include medicine, nursing, physical and occupational therapy, pharmacy, dentistry, physician assistant, and vet medicine. Applications due January 24, 2010. Stop in the Career Center for further information.

Friday, December 4, 2009

Attention Juniors -
Are you interested in a program that can help you decide what career path you should choose and lets you get paid at the same time? If you are interested in learning about the Business Coop program, come to an informational meeting on Tuesday, December 8 at 3:05 pm in room 146.

Additional volunteer opportunities available:
-The Arnie Wolff Soccer Complex Action Team is in need of volunteers to assist with their Packer Stadium Seat Pick Up this Saturday, December 8 at 3:30pm. Interested students may sign up in the Career Center.

-The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to ring bells before the start of the Packer game at Lambeau Field this Monday, Dec. 7th from 4pm-7:30pm. Further information in the Career Center.

-The Green Bay West Lions Club is once again in need of volunteers to assist them with handing out materials at the Verizon Gate before the start of the Packer game on Monday, Dec. 7th from 3:30 – 7:15pm. Sign up in the Career Center before noon today.

Attention sophomores and juniors who took the PSAT test:
The official score reports have arrived. There will be a presentation by the counselors in January to assist in interpreting and using these results. If you would prefer to receive your score report and test booklet before the January presentation, please feel free to stop at the front desk of Student Services to pick them up.

Arnie Wolff Soccer Complex Volunteer Request Announcement
Here is a great opportunity to help the Arnie Wolff soccer complex effort! We need persons to help pick up seats in the packer stadium, Tuesday December 8th at 3:30 pm. Please sign up in the office by Friday or call 920-469-4353. The effort will take no more than 2 hours. This is a great way to get community service hours. Age requirement is 14 and up.

Attention Girls Soccer Players
Open Gyms start this Thursday at 7:30 in the big gym.

Attention PFM results
The PFM test-out results are in and posted outside the Student Services Office. Passing is 70% or above. If you passed your ID # will be listed.
If not listed, you did not pass the test. See you counselor if you have questions or would like to know your percentage.

The Preble Hornet Bee-Stro is back!
On Tuesday, Dec 15 the Culinary Arts three Students will be putting their skills to work crafting a scrumptious three-course gourmet meal. This entire meal with beverage costs only $8. Come enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and fabulous food. Reservations are accepted throughout the day in room 140. Make your reservation as soon as possible. Come and enjoy a relaxing lunch at the Bee-stro!

Blood Drive
On Wednesday, December 9, students and staff at Preble will have the opportunity to donate blood to the Red Cross. Donor appointment forms will be available today in the Main Office beginning at Period 4, and sign-ups will be available in the Commons during the lunch hours. Students and staff who wish to donate should pick up and complete an appointment form BEFORE this coming Wednesday. We need about 200 people to sign up to reach our goal. Please help.

Boys Baseball
Boys spring baseball sign-up meeting will be held Monday December 7th from 3-3:45pm in rooms 264 and 265. If you cannot attend, please sign up in the main office this week."

Attention Juniors -
Are you interested in a program that can help you decide what career path you should choose and lets you get paid at the same time? If you are interested in learning about the Business Coop program, come to an informational meeting on Tuesday, December 8 at 3:05 pm in room 146.

The Buzz
there will be a work session for all Buzz staff writers who have not finished their articles on Monday Dec 7 in room 132 at 3:05. Articles finished and in the drop box will be edited at this time also. Join us with your article on Monday.

FCA
FCA continues meet each Sunday night at 7:00 pm. Fellowship of Christian
Athletes is a non-denominational group for any interested student, athlete,
coach or teacher. Details can be found at the main office. We are also
planning our Christmas gathering for Sunday December 20th. The evening will
begin at 6:00 pm with awesome game of "Big, Better, Best"--a real fun
scavenger hunt. We'll then have some food and fellowship. Come join us

Forensics
Any students interested in finding what Preble High School’s Forensic program is all about, there will be a very short meeting Monday night, December 7th, after school, in room 123. Also, any students interested in running for officer for speech forensics should see Ms. Gruski In room 123 for an officer candidate form.

Credit Union Trivia Winner
Fox Communities Credit Union’s trivia winner for this week is Missy Raasch!
Congratulations Missy Raasch! Please stop by your In-School Credit Union to claim your prize!

We invite everyone to enter our weekly trivia for a chance to win a BUZZING cool prize!”


College representatives visiting the week of December 7th are:
Wednesday, Dec. 9 Luther College of Iowa 8:26
Michigan Tech 10:23


Seniors and juniors welcomed

School Store Bike Winner
The school store has just finished the Sobe Life Water Promotion and we have a winner of the Brand New Mountain Bike………. (drum role)…….

The Winner is: Lupita Torres – Please stop by the school store to bike up your Brand New Bike sponsored by Sobe Lifewater and PepsiCO.

Gryphon Hockey
Today is the last chance to get your Green Bay United Gryphons t-shirt during lunch so that you can wear it tonight at the Cornerstone, when your Gryphons take on rival De Pere.

Puck drops for the JV action at 5:30 p.m. and your Gryphon Varsity takes the ice at 7:30 p.m.

Link Crew is sponsoring a FREE fan bus! To sign up for the fan bus stop by the ticket booth during the lunch hours. As an added bonus, all fans are encouraged to bring their skates or rent them on-site ($3.00 fee) and hit the ice with the GBU Gryphon players following the game.

Today’s hockey trivia question is: What is the name of the NHL team that is based in Canada’s national capital? If you know the answer, submit your guess during the lunch hours at the ticket booth and listen to the 1-min announcements to find out if you’ve won.

Link Crew Leaders:
If you attend hockey night tonight be sure to check in with one of the coordinators to receive credit for attending. Also remember our next whole group meeting is Tuesday morning at 7:00 in the auditorium.

Lost and Found
The lost and found is overflowing with sweatshirts and coats that need to be picked up. If you have lost something come down to the security desk to claim your missing items. If you do not pick them up by next week, all the items left over will be donated to the Hive.

Seniors!
The time to order your cap and gowns is here. Brickhouse School Services will be in the commons on Tuesday December 8 and Wednesday December 9 to take orders for cap and gown. Please be sure to pay for your cap and gown next week Tuesday or Wednesday. Please look for informational posters that have been placed in the hallways and common areas.

Your wrestling team wants your support!
We need all of you to come to our meet against Pulaski next Thursday at 7:00 here at Preble! We want to pack the gym with Preble students! Wear a wrestling shirt or Preble colors! We want it so full of Preble kids and so loud that their wrestlers won't know what hit them. If you only come to one wrestling event this year, come to our dual meet next Thursday and help us avenge our close defeat last year!

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

The Nov. Students of the Month are:
Kaitlyn Bacon
Katelynn Bennington
Amanda Borg
Grecia Castro
Andrew Chavez
Juan Garza
Michael Gehm
Merrick Griffin
Tyler Hansen
Colton Hockers
Alyssa Kempke
Alex McKinnon
Michael Metzler
Brandon Mills
Jaime Minan
Michael O’Leary
Brenda Perez
Connor Smith
Brenda Soukhaphaly
Zoua Yang


Congratulations, students!

The Preble Drumline and Pep Band
The Preble Drumline and Pep Band would like to thank the entire student body for their tremendous support at last night’s basketball game. The excitement at halftime during the Drumline battle was absolutely awesome. Please be sure to come out and support the drumline during the second half of the Preble/East Battle Tuesday, January 19th at Preble/East Boys Basketball Game at East. Great Job Everyone!

The Preble Hornet Bee-Stro is back!
On Tuesday, Dec 15 the Culinary Arts three Students will be putting their skills to work crafting a scrumptious three-course gourmet meal. This entire meal with beverage costs only $8. Come enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and fabulous food. Reservations are accepted throughout the day in room 140. Make your reservation as soon as possible. Come and enjoy a relaxing lunch at the Bee-stro

Speech Forensics
Any students interested in finding what Preble High School’s Forensic program is all about, there will be a very short meeting Monday night, December 7th, after school, in room 123.

Also, any students interested in running for officer for speech forensics should see Ms. Gruski in room 123 for an officer candidate form.

Hockey season IS HERE . . .
Be the first in your school to sport the latest in GBU Gryphon Hockey Apparel. Purchase your high school exclusive GBU Gryphon T-shirt during all lunch hours beginning Monday November 30th and running through Friday, December 4th. Price of the shirt is $10.

Language Arts Academic Team
This is a reminder that the Language Arts Academic Team will meet during the lunch hours today.

Latino Club
There will be a very important Latino Club meeting in room 211 after school on Wednesday, December 3rd. All members need to be there.

Green Bay United Gryphons
Today’s the day to buy your Green Bay United Gryphon t-shirt during lunch so you can wear it for the Season Opener, Friday, at the Cornerstone, when your Green Bay United Gryphons take on rival De Pere.

Puck drops for the JV action at 5:30 p.m. and your Gryphon Varsity takes the ice at 7:30 p.m.

Link Crew will be sponsoring a FREE fan bus! To sign up for the fan bus stop by the ticket booth during the lunch hours. The bus will leave Preble around 6:00 and return around 10:00. Don't be left out in the cold . . . catch your LINK to a great time. GO GRYPHONS!

Today’s hockey trivia is:
Name 2 of the original six teams in the National Hockey League. If you know the answer, submit your guess at the ticket booth during the lunch hours today and listen to the 1-minute announcements to find out if you won a great Gryphons t-shirt.

Lost and Found
The lost and found is overflowing with sweatshirts and coats that need to be picked up. If you have lost something come down to the security desk to claim your missing items. If you do not pick them up by next week, all the items left over will be donated to the Hive.

PAC
Will meet on Wednesday after school in Room 105 to discuss President Obama’s plan to send 30,000 more troops to Afghanistan. New members are always welcomed.

The State Math Test
The State Math Test is tomorrow, Dec. 3 during periods 1 and 2 in the library and math lab. Those students who signed up for the test should check with their math teacher as to which area to report to on Thursday.

Students should bring a pen/pencil and calculator with them on Thursday.

The Math Lab will be closed periods 1 and 2 on Thursday

Piñatas
Come work on your piñata today, Wednesday December 2nd, after school in room 221. See Miss Fisher with any questions!