MHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Oct 26, 2020
PICTURES RETAKES / YEARBOOK
New: Underclass Picture Distribution: All pictures for students attending in person were distributed on the Friday before fall break. If your student was absent, they should be able to receive their pictures from their second period teacher in class. If your student is PLP, pictures and proofs are labeled by grade in a brown box in the vestibule by the main office. CTC pictures are also in the box, but will be distributed at the buses this Thursday morning if you cannot pick up before then.
Picture retake day is Wednesday, Oct. 28. Anyone who attends in person or remotely who missed the first picture day or would like a retake may be photographed during first period that morning from 7:30-8:15. If you are being photographed for retakes only, please make sure you bring back your original picture(s) and $5. Pictures will either be passed out on Friday or will be received the first day we turn from break.
Yearbook presale for the 2020-2021 school year has begun! Visit jostensyearbooks.com or call 877-767-5217. As a special offer, any personalized books ordered before the beginning of November qualify for up to four free icons! Please see me Mrs. Houtz-Gillman in room 304 or email jhoutzgillman@miamisburg.k12.oh.us with any questions
SENIOR SECTION
Reminder Senior Meeting: A Senior meeting to discuss graduation is Fri, Oct. 30 during academic period (8:23-8:53) in the gym. All CTC, CCP and Online Learning Seniors are encouraged to attend. If you are unable to attend, a follow up email will be sent to all seniors after the meeting. More details to come.
Senior Photos: If you have not yet been photographed by Easterling Studios for your senior portrait, please call them at 937-222-8410 to schedule your headshot appointment! All headshots need to be taken by the beginning of January. Please contact Mrs. Houtz-Gillman, jhoutzgillman@miamisburg.k12.oh.us with questions.
Senior Ad: The MHS Yearbook is again offering the chance to purchase senior recognition ads! If you would like to purchase an ad for your student, this is the perfect opportunity to congratulate them and to show them how proud you are. If you are interested in a senior recognition ad, no orders will be accepted after December 1 as space is limited. The cost for a quarter page ad is $75, cash or check made payable to MHS Yearbook, and you may send in up to three pictures to be included with your special message. Please do not send scanned pictures as we will be scanning them ourselves; you may also email me your picture(s) as attachments if you have them saved, just be sure to put your son/daughter’s name in the subject line. If you would like your pictures to be returned, you must enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope. If you have any interest in this, please be sure to fill out the form and mail it in with your pictures, message, and payment.
Senior Baby Ad Order Form for: ___________________________________________ (student name)
I, __________________________________________(name of parent/guardian), would like to purchase a
quarter page baby ad for $75 in the Mirus Yearbook. Enclosed are my one-three picture(s), a self-addressed, stamped envelope (if needed), my neatly typed/printed special message, and my payment.
_________________________________ (signature)
My best contact number is: ____________________________ and my email address is: _______________________________________.
BLOOD DRIVE
The annual blood drive will take place on Friday, November 6th. Information can be found on each grade's google classroom. You must be at least 16 years old to donate. Permission slips for those who are 16 years old can be found on the class google classroom, or are attached through this link.
You must have this at the time of donation in order to donate. Students 17 and up do not need this form.
If you are participating in sports the day of November 6th, you cannot donate that day. The link to sign up is https://www.donortime.com/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/56873 you can also go to donortime.com and search for the drive at Miamisburg High School on November 6th. See Mrs. Brockert in room 221 with any questions.
SPORTS
New: The Girls soccer team won game 2 of the State Tournament topping #4 Butler 3 - Oh. Keeper Alex Miller recorded her 10th shutout of the season. The scoring on the night came from Katie Cummings who connected twice and Logan McGuire who also tallied an assist. The Vikings will now advance to the Sectional Finals where they will face #11 Bellbrook on Tuesday at 7pm at Xenia.
New: Congratulations to the Miamisburg Game Day Competition Cheer Squad. They earned First Place and Grand Champions at the 2020 Cougar Cheer Championship!
New: Anyone interested in dancing on the Miamisburg Dance Team this year is welcome to try out! Tryouts will be at the high school in the auxiliary gym on Sunday November 1st and Tuesday November 3rd from 4-6pm. For more information, look at the MHS athletics page or any of the dance team’s social media accounts!
Reminder: Anybody who is interested in the swim team this year is welcome to join us for open swim from 7:45-8:45 at the West Carrollton YMCA on the 26th, and 28th! We welcome all new and old swimmers and hope to see you there!
CLUBS / EXTRACURRICULAR
New: There is a monthly SISER meeting tomorrow/today after school in Ms. Pennington's Room 322." Please email the advisors if you are unable to attend and check Google Classroom for meeting slides.
MHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Oct 16, 2020
CLICK HERE FOR THE OCTOBER GUIDANCE OFFICE NEWSLETTER
GUIDANCE
Unfortunately, we will not be able to take our traditional sophomore field trip to the CTC. This year, a new recruiting tool has been created for the Class of 2023. We will deliver a set of CTC View Books and a separate paper with instructions on how to navigate the CTC website. CTC mailed these materials to the homes of all of the sophomore PLP students last week. Link to CTC Virtual Tour Instructions
PICTURES RETAKES / YEARBOOK
New: Picture retake day is Wednesday, Oct. 28. Anyone who attends in person or remotely who missed the first picture day or would like a retake may be photographed during first period that morning from 7:30-8:15. If you are being photographed for retakes only, please make sure you bring back your original picture(s) and $5. Pictures will either be passed out on Friday or will be received the first day we turn from break.
Yearbook presale for the 2020-2021 school year has begun! Visit jostensyearbooks.com or call 877-767-5217. As a special offer, any personalized books ordered before the beginning of November qualify for up to four free icons! Please see me Mrs. Houtz-Gillman in room 304 or email jhoutzgillman@miamisburg.k12.oh.us with any questions
SENIOR SECTION
Senior Meeting: A Senior meeting to discuss graduation is on Oct. 30 during academic period (8:23-8:53) in the gym. All CTC, CCP and Online Learning Seniors are encouraged to attend. If you are unable to attend, a follow up email will be sent to all seniors after the meeting. More details to come.
Senior Photos: If you have not yet been photographed by Easterling Studios for your senior portrait, please call them at 937-222-8410 to schedule your headshot appointment! All headshots need to be taken by the beginning of January. Please contact Mrs. Houtz-Gillman, jhoutzgillman@miamisburg.k12.oh.us with questions.
Senior Ad: The MHS Yearbook is again offering the chance to purchase senior recognition ads! If you would like to purchase an ad for your student, this is the perfect opportunity to congratulate them and to show them how proud you are. If you are interested in a senior recognition ad, no orders will be accepted after December 1 as space is limited. The cost for a quarter page ad is $75, cash or check made payable to MHS Yearbook, and you may send in up to three pictures to be included with your special message. Please do not send scanned pictures as we will be scanning them ourselves; you may also email me your picture(s) as attachments if you have them saved, just be sure to put your son/daughter’s name in the subject line. If you would like your pictures to be returned, you must enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope. If you have any interest in this, please be sure to fill out the form and mail it in with your pictures, message, and payment.
Senior Baby Ad Order Form for: ___________________________________________ (student name)
I, __________________________________________(name of parent/guardian), would like to purchase a
quarter page baby ad for $75 in the Mirus Yearbook. Enclosed are my one-three picture(s), a self-addressed, stamped envelope (if needed), my neatly typed/printed special message, and my payment.
_________________________________ (signature)
My best contact number is: ____________________________ and my email address is: _______________________________________.
BLOOD DRIVE
The annual blood drive will take place on Friday, November 6th. Information can be found on each grade's google classroom. You must be at least 16 years old to donate. Permission slips for those who are 16 years old can be found on the class google classroom, or are attached through this link.
You must have this at the time of donation in order to donate. Students 17 and up do not need this form.
If you are participating in sports the day of November 6th, you cannot donate that day. The link to sign up is https://www.donortime.com/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/56873 you can also go to donortime.com and search for the drive at Miamisburg High School on November 6th. See Mrs. Brockert in room 221 with any questions.
SPORTS
New: Anybody who is interested in the swim team this year is welcome to join us for open swim from 7:45-8:45 at the West Carrollton YMCA on the 19th, 21st, 26th, and 28th! We welcome all new and old swimmers and hope to see you there!
Reminder: Any girl interested in playing basketball, please stop by Coach Jaynes Classroom, Room 106 to pick up a calendar and tryout information.
CLUBS / EXTRACURRICULAR
Reminder: Mr. Clausing is starting a disc golf club here at MHS. Please fill out the google form by using the QR code on one of the flyers posted around school. There has been a problem with the code. If you are using an app it should work fine, but if an error pops up that means you need to add a colon after the https. If you have any problems please see Mr. Clausing in room 108 or email him.
MHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Oct 13, 2020
CLICK HERE FOR THE OCTOBER GUIDANCE OFFICE NEWSLETTER
GUIDANCE
New: Unfortunately, we will not be able to take our traditional sophomore field trip to the CTC. This year, a new recruiting tool has been created for the Class of 2023. We will deliver a set of CTC View Books and a separate paper with instructions on how to navigate the CTC website. CTC mailed these materials to the homes of all of the sophomore PLP students last week.
Link to CTC Virtual Tour Instructions
BLOOD DRIVE
The annual blood drive will take place on Friday, November 6th. Information can be found on each grade's google classroom. You must be at least 16 years old to donate. Permission slips for those who are 16 years old can be found on the class google classroom, or are attached through this link.
You must have this at the time of donation in order to donate. Students 17 and up do not need this form.
If you are participating in sports the day of November 6th, you cannot donate that day. The link to sign up is https://www.donortime.com/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/56873 you can also go to donortime.com and search for the drive at Miamisburg High School on November 6th. See Mrs. Brockert in room 221 with any questions.
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES Oct 15, 2020 2:30PM-6:00PM
Following the below steps to schedule a conference:
- Go to www.myconferencetime.com/miamisburghs/
- Click on the name of your child’s teacher.
- Select the desired time for your virtual conference by clicking on “Sign Up.”
- Submit the requested information.
If you have several children attending our school, click on “Register for Multiple Conferences” and follow the prompts to schedule your children for several conferences.
Most conferences will be virtual or via phone. After you schedule a conference online, the time is reserved for you. You will receive an email confirmation of your conference.
If you are unable to sign up for a time and date online, please contact Mrs. Kerwin or Mrs. Shock at (937)866-0771.
SAMARITAN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Reminder: This is the last week to opt out of the Samaritan Behavioral Health screening. Additional opt-out forms are available in the main office. Parents/guardians may email Mrs. Kerwin (akerwin@miamisburg.k12.oh.us) requesting to opt out for their student.
YEARBOOKS / PICTURES
New: The MHS Yearbook is again offering the chance to purchase senior recognition ads! If you would like to purchase an ad for your student, this is the perfect opportunity to congratulate them and to show them how proud you are. If you are interested in a senior recognition ad, no orders will be accepted after December 1 as space is limited. The cost for a quarter page ad is $75, cash or check made payable to MHS Yearbook, and you may send in up to three pictures to be included with your special message. Please do not send scanned pictures as we will be scanning them ourselves; you may also email me your picture(s) as attachments if you have them saved, just be sure to put your son/daughter’s name in the subject line. If you would like your pictures to be returned, you must enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope. If you have any interest in this, please be sure to fill out the form and mail it in with your pictures, message, and payment.
Senior Baby Ad Order Form for: ___________________________________________ (student name)
I, __________________________________________(name of parent/guardian), would like to purchase a
quarter page baby ad for $75 in the Mirus Yearbook. Enclosed are my one-three picture(s), a self-addressed, stamped envelope (if needed), my neatly typed/printed special message, and my payment.
_________________________________ (signature)
My best contact number is: ____________________________ and my email address is: _______________________________________.
* Yearbook presale for the 2020-2021 school year has begun! Visit jostensyearbooks.com or call 877-767-5217. As a special offer, any personalized books ordered before the beginning of November qualify for up to four free icons! Please see me Mrs. Houtz-Gillman in room 304 or email jhoutzgillman@miamisburg.k12.oh.us with any questions.
*Picture retakes are on Oct 28th.
SENIOR SECTION
Senior Meeting: A Senior meeting to discuss graduation is on Oct. 30 during academic period (8:23-8:53) in the gym. All CTC, CCP and Online Learning Seniors are encouraged to attend. If you are unable to attend, a follow up email will be sent to all seniors after the meeting. More details to come.
Senior Photos: If you have not yet been photographed by Easterling Studios for your senior portrait, please call them at 937-222-8410 to schedule your headshot appointment! All headshots need to be taken by the beginning of January. Please contact Mrs. Houtz-Gillman, jhoutzgillman@miamisburg.k12.oh.us with questions.
SPORTS
*Students 9th thru 12th interested in the bowling team this year we will be having tryouts November 2nd,3th,5th from 3:30 to 5:00 pm at Poelking South 8871 Kingsridge Drive by the Dayton Mall. Bowling is a great way to earn a gym credit. You will learn about the fun and interesting sport of bowling, you’ll be surprised at how much fun you can have bowling and if you like competition Bowling can be very competitive. There is no experience required the Miamisburg Bowling coaching staff will teach you. Masks are required in the bowling center and temperature checks will be done. You must sign up and complete final forms to tryout. Any Questions please email Coach Doug Smith at asmith@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
CLUBS / EXTRACURRICULAR
*JSA will be meeting Wednesday from 2:30-3:30 in Mrs. Elsass’s room. This week we will be having a thought talk over president Trump’s handling of the Coronavirus outbreak, and a debate over the debate of the month, “Resolved, that the appointment of a Supreme Court nominee in an election year is undemocratic.” Come with ideas, we hope to see you there!
*Mr. Clausing is starting a disc golf club here at MHS. In case you don't know what disc golf is, it's like golfing but with a disc (or frisbee) instead of a ball. All students are welcome to join. Mr. Clausing has talked to several individuals in the area who would be willing to help students purchase things at a very low cost if they are in need of gear. There are also several local professionals that have agreed to help teach good technique and to help students excel. If you want to learn one of the quickest growing sports in America, please come and try it out. There are flyers posted around the school. Please fill out the google form so Mr. Clausing has your information and can make sure you are included when things get started. Stop by room 108 if you have any questions for him, or email him.
*If you are interested in being a member of Miamisburg High School's Interact Club, stop by Mrs. Causevic's room, Room 322, and pick up an application! The first meeting will be held via Google Classroom next Friday!
*If you have an interest in the performing arts and enjoy watching Broadway musicals and shows, then make sure you join us after school today in Mr. Patton's room, room 305, for the first Muse Machine meeting! Muse Machine is absolutely free this year and everyone is welcome to join! Ask Ms. K or Mr. Patton if you have any questions.
ART PROJECTS
New: All art and crafts students from Ms. Wagener-Harris' classes last year. If you want your projects back, you must come to claim them in 306 by the end of the day this Friday. Please come in before or after school, or send Ms. W-H an email to schedule another time, such as lunch. All unclaimed work will be recycled.
MHS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Oct 12, 2020
CLICK HERE FOR THE OCTOBER GUIDANCE OFFICE NEWSLETTER
BLOOD DRIVE
New: The annual blood drive will take place on Friday, November 6th. Information can be found on each grade's google classroom. You must be at least 16 years old to donate. Permission slips for those who are 16 years old can be found on the class google classroom, or are attached through this link.
You must have this at the time of donation in order to donate. Students 17 and up do not need this form.
If you are participating in sports the day of November 6th, you cannot donate that day. The link to sign up is https://www.donortime.com/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/56873 you can also go to donortime.com and search for the drive at Miamisburg High School on November 6th. See Mrs. Brockert in room 221 with any questions.
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES Oct 15, 2020 2:30PM-6:00PM
Following the below steps to schedule a conference:
- Go to www.myconferencetime.com/miamisburghs/
- Click on the name of your child’s teacher.
- Select the desired time for your virtual conference by clicking on “Sign Up.”
- Submit the requested information.
If you have several children attending our school, click on “Register for Multiple Conferences” and follow the prompts to schedule your children for several conferences.
Most conferences will be virtual or via phone. After you schedule a conference online, the time is reserved for you. You will receive an email confirmation of your conference.
If you are unable to sign up for a time and date online, please contact Mrs. Kerwin or Mrs. Shock at (937)866-0771.
YEARBOOKS / PICTURES
New: Yearbook presale for the 2020-2021 school year has begun! Visit https://www.google.com/url?q=http://jostensyearbooks.com&source=gmail&ust=1602590059042000&usg=AFQjCNGbaUuByflOvtL7g6O9aKMbgvs80w">jostensyearbooks.com or call 877-767-5217. As a special offer, any personalized books ordered before the beginning of November qualify for up to four free icons! Please see me Mrs. Houtz-Gillman in room 304 or email jhoutzgillman@miamisburg.k12.oh.us with any questions.
Picture retakes are on Oct 28th.
SENIOR SECTION
Senior Meeting: A Senior meeting to discuss graduation is on Oct. 30 during academic period (8:23-8:53) in the gym. All CTC, CCP and Online Learning Seniors are encouraged to attend. If you are unable to attend, a follow up email will be sent to all seniors after the meeting. More details to come.
Senior Photos: If you have not yet been photographed by Easterling Studios for your senior portrait, please call them at 937-222-8410 to schedule your headshot appointment! All headshots need to be taken by the beginning of January. Please contact Mrs. Houtz-Gillman, jhoutzgillman@miamisburg.k12.oh.us with questions.
SPORTS
New: Students 9th thru 12th interested in the bowling team this year we will be having tryouts November 2nd,3th,5th from 3:30 to 5:00 pm at Poelking South 8871 Kingsridge Drive by the Dayton Mall. Bowling is a great way to earn a gym credit. You will learn about the fun and interesting sport of bowling, you’ll be surprised at how much fun you can have bowling and if you like competition Bowling can be very competitive. There is no experience required the Miamisburg Bowling coaching staff will teach you. Masks are required in the bowling center and temperature checks will be done. You must sign up and complete final forms to tryout. Any Questions please email Coach Doug Smith at asmith@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
New: The Boys golf team headed to Yankee Trace golf course last Monday to play in the OHSAA Sectional golf tournament. The team fought hard and came away with a 4th place finish behind Springboro, Centerville, and Lebanon. With the 4th place finish that means the team qualifies for the OHSAA District tournament next week. This is the first time a Miamisburg team has qualified since 2012. The team was led by Thomas Sherwood who shot an 81. Next was Mason Lucas (82) David Noel (85) Jack Mullenix (92) and Zane Smith (94). The team will travel to Beavercreek Golf Course to play in the District tournament next Thursday October 15th. Congratulations to all the golfers and Go Vikings!
CLUBS / EXTRACURRICULAR
New: JSA will be meeting Wednesday from 2:30-3:30 in Mrs. Elsass’s room. This week we will be having a thought talk over president Trump’s handling of the Coronavirus outbreak, and a debate over the debate of the month, “Resolved, that the appointment of a Supreme Court nominee in an election year is undemocratic.” Come with ideas, we hope to see you there!
New: Mr. Clausing is starting a disc golf club here at MHS. In case you don't know what disc golf is, it's like golfing but with a disc (or frisbee) instead of a ball. All students are welcome to join. Mr. Clausing has talked to several individuals in the area who would be willing to help students purchase things at a very low cost if they are in need of gear. There are also several local professionals that have agreed to help teach good technique and to help students excel. If you want to learn one of the quickest growing sports in America, please come and try it out. There are flyers posted around the school. Please fill out the google form so Mr. Clausing has your information and can make sure you are included when things get started. Stop by room 108 if you have any questions for him, or email him.
If you are interested in being a member of Miamisburg High School's Interact Club, stop by Mrs. Causevic's room, Room 322, and pick up an application! The first meeting will be held via Google Classroom next Friday!
If you have an interest in the performing arts and enjoy watching Broadway musicals and shows, then make sure you join us after school on Tuesday, October 13th in Mr. Patton's room, room 305, for the first Muse Machine meeting! Muse Machine is absolutely free this year and everyone is welcome to join! Ask Ms. K or Mr. Patton if you have any questions.
