Friday, December 20, 2013

• Good Morning!  We will start in Period 1 today.  Today is an academic day with Semester Celebrations this afternoon.  You will finish your day in Core Plus.
• Please try to remember that library materials are due TODAY!.  That includes books Kindles and books on tape
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Thursday, December 19, 2013

• Good Morning!  We have an altered bell schedule......we will start with an assembly and then to Pd. 1
• The last homework club of the year will be this today in the media center.  Come to finish up final projects or study for last-minute tests!
• Please try to remember that library materials are due on Friday December 20th.  That includes books Kindles and books on tape.
• The School store is open for last minute gift items

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

• Good Morning!  You will start in Period 1
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• The last homework club of the year will be this Thursday, December 19th, in the media center.  Come to finish up final projects or study for last-minute tests!
• Please try to remember that library materials are due on Friday December 20th.  That includes books Kindles and books on tape
• Tomorrow is your last day to get winter apparel winter break.  Come on down and see what is new for the season
• February Follies (all school talent show) will auditioning 2 minute acts after winter break.  Mark your calendar for Tuesday, January 14 and Wednesday January 15 after school in the cafeteria.  Sign up sheet will be in Mrs. Summers room starting January 7.  
• Color Guard will start on Thursday January 9.  The main office has flyers with information

Tuesday, December 17, 2013

• Good Morning!  Today we will start in Period 1 and run thru Period 7.
• Today's student council meeting is for valentines dance committee leaders and members only.  We will begin at  7:15 a.m. in Ms. Keirns' room, 339.
• Color Guard will start the Thursday, January 9, 2014 after everyone gets back from the holidays.  Any one can join to learn how to spin a flag and put together a routine.  The front office has flyers with more information available
• The school store will be open today after school for your last minute holiday shopping.
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Monday, December 16, 2013

• Good Morning!  We will be following an altered bell schedule today.  We will begin our day in CORE PLUS today.
• Destination Imagination Informational Parent and student meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. in the Media Center  See Mrs. Hamill for details.
• Mix-it-up Monday in the cafeteria today.  Sit at the table with your birth month and meet someone new.
• Tomorrow's student council meeting is for valentines dance committee leaders and members only.  We will begin at 7:15 a.m. in Ms. Keirns' room, 339.  

Friday, December 13, 2013

Today is a Maroon Friday!  You will start in Period 2 today.

Today is the last day to bring new and gently used toys to the Toy Drive for Builders Club
GeoBee  winners from yesterday, class level competition will be next week, and school wide competition will be January 8 from 2:45 in the band room
February Follies coming up after winter break....sign up sheet is in Mrs. Summers room
Wrestlers please bring your clean singlet and headgear to the party after school on Monday in Mr. Crofts room.  Upon return of the uniform you will get your deposit back.
School Store is open and selling sweatpants and baseball T's
Mix - it - up day is on Monday.......ask your student about the details.......

Thursday, December 12, 2013

Today is a Maroon Thursday!  You will start in CORE Plus today.

Homework Club today after school
Please continue to bring new and gently used toys to the Toy Drive for Builders Club
GeoBee  winners from yesterday, class level competition will be next week, and school wide competition will be January 8 from 2:45 in the band room
February Follies coming up after winter break....sign up sheet is in Mrs. Summers room
Wrestlers please bring your clean singlet and headgear to the party after school on Monday in Mr. Crofts room.  Upon return of the uniform you will get your deposit back.
School Store is open and seeling sweatpants and baseball T's  
Mix - it - up day is on Monday.......ask your student about the details.......

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

• Today is a Maroon Wednesday!  We will start in Period 5
• 8th grade Boys Basketball starts today after school.   7th grade Boys Basketball begins tommorrow.
• Bring new and gently used toys for the Builders Club Toy Drive.  Help those who are less fortunate.

Tuesday, December 10, 2013

• This is a Maroon Tuesday and you will start in CORE PLUS Today.
• Homework Club this afternoon after school
• Congratulations to the Wrestling team and the 8th Grade Girls B-Ball team on capturing first place in the district
• Congratulations also goes out to the Chess Team for a successful tournament this past weekend.

Monday, December 9, 2013

• This is a Maroon Week.  You will start in Period 1 Today

• Builders Club "Toy Drive" starts today.  Donate a toy to a family in need.

• Brain Bowl meets today after school

Friday, December 6, 2013

Today is Friday of a Black Week and we will be starting in Period 2 today.

Girls Basketball Playoffs are Saturday, December 7 at Euclid Middle School

Thursday, December 5, 2013

Today you will start in CORE Plus!  This is a Black Week.

NJHS Meeting this morning during Core Plus time.

Wednesday, December 4, 2013

• Today is a PLC Late Start Day.  You will start in Period 1 at 9:54 a.m.
• NJHS Meets tomorrow morning during Core Plus time.
• Don't forget to sign the Yellow Ribbon Pledge during your lunch time.

Tuesday, December 3, 2013

Today is Tuesday, of a Black Week.  You will start in CORE PLUS today.

Don't forget to sign the Yellow Ribbon Pledge during your lunch time.
Tomorrow, Wednesday, December 4, is a PLC Late Start Day!

Monday, December 2, 2013

• This is the start of a Black Week.  We will also start in CORE PLUS today!  
• Yellow Ribbon Presentations will be done in Core Plus Today.
• NO COOKING CLUB TODAY

Friday, November 22, 2013

• This is a Maroon Friday, and you will start in Period 2 today.
• Enjoy your Fall Break next week and when you return on Dec 2 you will start in CORE PLUS with Yellow Ribbon Activities.
• Today is "Hat Day" fundraiser for the Red Cross Colorado Flood Victims donation. Pay $1.00 wear your hat all day long.
• Happy Thanksgiving!!!

Thursday, November 21, 2013

Today is a Maroon Thursday and you will start in CORE PLUS today!

• Students and Parents:  FYI regarding the schedule....you will start in Core Plus the day you get back from Fall Break.  We will be starting our Yellow Ribbon Week Dec 2 thru Dec 6.

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

This is a Maroon Wednesday, and you will start in Period 5 today!

• Student Council meets this morning and wear your shirts for the  yearbook picture!
• Students and Parents:  FYI regarding the schedule....you will start in Core Plus the day you get back from Fall Break.  We will be starting our Yellow Ribbon Week Dec 2 thru Dec 6.

Tuesday, November 19, 2013

• This a Maroon Week.  You will start in CORE PLUS today!
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• Student Council Representatives, if you still have not received your Jersey, you need to come in to Ms. Paul's room (334) with your form and money as soon as possible! You need your shirt for our yearbook picture TOMORROW morning at our all-member meeting. You will not be featured in the yearbook if you have not received your jersey!

Monday, November 18, 2013

• This a Maroon Week.  You will start in Period 1 today!
• Student Council Representatives, if you still have not received your Jersey, you need to come in to Ms. Paul's room (334) with your form and money as soon as possible! You need your shirt for our yearbook picture on Wednesday, November 20, 2013
• NJHS Members:  your first meeting is Tuesday, November 19 during CORE PLUS Tutorials
• Builders Club meets today and remember to bring your basket items to the meeting.

Friday, November 15, 2013

• Good Morning!  Today is a Black Friday and you will start in Period 2
• Student Council Representatives, if you still have not received your Jersey, you need to come in to Ms. Paul's room (334) with your form and money as soon as possible! You need your shirt for our yearbook picture on Wednesday, November 20.
• Attention Builder's Club member's please bring in all basket items this Monday.  We will meet after school in room 342
• Have a great weekend and be safe!

Thursday, November 14, 2013

• This is a Black Week and we will start in CORE PLUS today!
• Homework Club is this afternoon in the Media Center right after school
• Please check the website for other Clubs & Activities

Wednesday, November 13, 2013 LATE START

Good Morning!  Today is a PLC Late Start and you will start in Period 1!

Powell PUMAS you Rock!  Your efforts have contributed over $400 for Colorado Flood Victims.  Thank you for your support.  Keep those donations coming, as it ends November 22!!

Wrestlers travel today to Goddard after school.

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Today, you will start your day in your CORE Plus Class ~ Have a great day!

Parents and Students: Please be sure to check the Powell Calendar (link) for all after school events.

Monday, November 11, 2013

• Today is a Black Monday!  You will be starting in Period 1 Today!
• Donations begin today in CORE PLUS for the Colorado Flood Victims!  
• Good  luck to our 7th grade girls basketball teams as they travel to Euclid today
• Students please bring in your photos for the yearbook.  We need photos of you and your friends over summer break, or participating in activities or athletics.   See Ms. Manculich if you have questions.  

Friday, November 8, 2013

• Good Morning!  You will start in Period 2 today!
• Today is Hat Day!  Pay $1.00 wear your hat all day long!
• Guessing Jar is still in the Media Center.  Please stop by and give it your best guess.
• Builder's Club members do not forget to bring in basket items next week.

Thursday, November 7, 2013

• Today is a Maroon Thursday and you will start in Core Plus Today
• Homework Club meets this afternoon
• Good luck to our 8th grade girls basketball teams as they travel to Euclid today
• Good luck to our wrestlers as they welcome the Euclid Falcons today after school
• Hat Day is Friday, November 8!  Pay $1.00 and wear your hat all day!  Proceeds will be donated to the Flood Victims in our state!

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

• Good Morning!  Today you will start in Period 5!  It's a great day to be a PUMA!
• Today's UNC Math Test will be at 1:44 p.m. in Rm. 340, please be prompt!
• Friday, November 8 is "HAT DAY" Pay $1.00 and wear your hat  all day

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

• Good Morning!  Today you will start in CORE PLUS!  It is a Maroon Week
• Homework Club meets today right after school
• Go to the Library to check out the "Guessing Jar"
• Come support our wrestlers today as they face the Goddard Vikings

Monday, November 4, 2013

• Good Morning!  Today is a Maroon Monday and you will start in Period 1 today!  
• Builders Club will meet today, after school, in room 342.
• NEW! Tuesday November 5th the Fitness Club will meet at 7:00 a.m. Se  Mr. Krenz or Mr. Franklin if interested.
• Good Luck to our 7th grade girls basketball teams as they travel to Goddard after school today!  

Friday, November 1, 2013

• Happy Friday!  November 1, 2013!  It is a Maroon Friday and you will start in Period 2.  Next week is also a Maroon Week.  
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• Are you a Creative Writer?   See Ms. Hamill for a lunch pass today to meet in room 123!
• Builder's Club meets MONDAY after school at 3:00 in room 342

• 6th grade students who had Mrs. Ross's geography class during the first 9 weeks, pick up your projects in the library today.  

Thursday, October 31, 2013

• Today is a Maroon Thursday!  You will start in CORE Plus today!
• Happy Halloween!  Be safe and smart tonight when Trick or Treating!
• Come support our 8th grade girls Basketball teams as they travel to Goddard after school today

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Wednesday, October 30, 2013

• This is a Maroon Week.  You will start in Period 5 Today
• Homework Club is this afternoon right after school in the Media Center
• Come support our 6th grade wrestlers today as they host the final 6th grade district meet of the season
• Powell Math Department is hosting the UNC Math contest!  If you are interested in participating see Ms. Carstensen
• Please continue to check the calendar on the website for the latest daily activities

Tuesday, October 29, 2013

• This is a Maroon Week.  You will start in Period Core Plus Today
• Homework Club is this afternoon right after school in the Media Center
• Powell Math Department is hosting the UNC Math contest!  If you are interested in participating see Ms. Carstensen
• Please continue to check the calendar on the website for the latest daily activities

Monday, October 28, 2013

• This is a Maroon Week.  You will start in Period 1 Today
• RUBIK's Cube Club
• Today, after school in Room 340; The Rubik's Cube club
• Come support our 7th grade Girls Basketball today after schoo as they welcome the Newton Knights!
• Powell Math Department is hosting the UNC Math contest!  If you are interested in participating see Ms. Carstensen
• Please continue to check the calendar on the website for the latest daily activities

Friday, October 25, 2013

Today is Friday of a Black Week.  You will start in Period 2 today!

• Students interested in the UNC Math contest should see Ms. Carstensen in Rm. 346
• Colo Safe Schools Week October 20 - 26.  Today, please be mindful of the CORE expectation of Owning It and Respect and Eager to Learn!  

Thursday, October 24, 2013

• Today is a Black Week, you will start in CORE Plus this morning!
• Homework Club meets today right after school
• Students interested in the UNC Math contest should see Ms. Carstenson in Rm. 346
• Colo Safe Schools Week October 20 - 26.  Today, please be mindful of the CORE expectation of Owning It and Respect.  

Wednesday, October 23, 2013

• This is a PLC Late Start Wednesday of a Black Week.  You will start in Period 1 today!
• NJHS Ceremony tonight at 6:30 p.m.in the Cafeteria
• No activity bus  on Wednesday for students.
• Homework Club will meet in the Library on Thursday right after school.  
• Students interested in the UNC Math contest should see Ms. Carstenson in Rm. 346

Tuesday, October 22, 2013

• This is a Tuesday of a Black Week.  You will start in CORE Plus today!
• No activity bus  on Wednesday for students.
• Homework Club will meet in the Library today right after school.  They will also meet on Thursday after school.  

Monday, October 21, 2013

• Today is Monday of a Black Week.  You will start in Period 1
• Homework Club in Tuesday and Thursday this week.
• Yearbook needs your pictures.  Please see Ms. Manculich if you have photos to contribute
• Art Club, Builders Club, and  Cooking Club all meet today after school
• 7th & 8th Grade Girls Basketball at 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday, October 16, 2013 White Week

• White Week:  We will start in  Period 1 Today
• Congratulations to all who participated in the Puma Prowl.  Way to go!
• Parent Teacher Conferences tonight starting at 4:00 p.m.
• Enjoy your long weekend and be safe!  We will see you on Monday

Tuesday, October 15, 2013 White Week

• This is a White Week, and you will start in Period 1 today
• Today is the Puma Prowl. Be ready to run at 3:15 p.m.
• Yearbook needs your pictures.  Please see Ms. Manculich if you have photos to contribute. 
• Parent Teacher Conferences are Wednesday October 16 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Doors close @ 7:00 p.m.
• Congratulations students!  Silly string fund raiser, raised $258 for the Colorado Flood Victims!  Way to Go

Monday, October 14, 2013 White Week

• This is a White Week, and you will start in Period 1 today
• Attention all Powell athletes interested in wrestling this year. Your season begins today. Please meet your coaches in the small gym after school today dressed and ready to wrestle.
• Yearbook needs your pictures.  Please see Ms. Manculich if you have photos to contribute. 
• Parent Teacher Conferences are Wednesday October 16 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Doors close @ 7:00 p.m.
• Congratulations students!  Silly string fund raiser, raised $258 for the Colorado Flood Victims!  Way to Go

Friday, October 11 Maroon Week

• This is a Maroon Week.  Friday, you will start in Period 2!
• Spirit Week Attire for today: Crazy Day (from head to toe, your hair, outfits and socks)
• Continue to check the website for additional clubs and activities after school.
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Thursday, October 10 Maroon Week

• This is a Maroon Week. Thursday, you will start in CORE Plus!
• Spirit Week Attire for today: Ugly sweater/shirt day
• Continue to check the website for additional clubs and activities after school.
• Attention all 7th and 8th grade girls interested in playing basketball for Powell this year. Your season begins today. Please meet your coaches in the gym after school today dressed and ready to play.
  
  
  And, attention all Powell athletes interested in wrestling this year. Your season beginsMonday, October 14. Please meet your coaches in the small gym after school that day dressed and ready to wrestle.
  
  
  Attention all Powell athletes interested in wrestling this year. Your season begins Monday, October 14
  

  . Please meet your coaches in the small gym after school that day dressed and ready to wrestle.
  
  

Wednesday, October 9 Maroon Week

• This is a Maroon Week.  Wednesday, you will start in Period 5!
• Spirit Week Attire for today: Teacher Swap Day
• Continue to check the website for additional clubs and activities after school.
•  All School Dance today right after school.  There will be an activities bus at 4:00 *Remember a $1.00 buys you a Silly String Raffle ticket.  All proceeds go to the Colorado Flood victims.
• Uniform turn in and celebration for  7th gr. Girls Track in Ms. Smarts room during lunch
• Attention all 7th and 8th grade girls interested in playing basketball for Powell this year. Your season begins Thursday, October 10. Please meet your coaches in the gym after school that day dressed and ready to play

Tuesday, October 8 Maroon Week

• This is a Maroon Week.  Tuesday, you will start in CORE Plus!
• Spirit Week Attire for today:  Twin Day (dress to match a friend or as a group)
• Continue to check the website for additional clubs and activities after school.
• Upcoming event tomorrow:  October 9 All School Dance
• Attention all 7th and 8th grade girls interested in playing basketball for Powell this year. Your season begins Thursday, October 10. Please meet your coaches in the gym after school that day dressed and ready to play

Monday, October 7, 2013 Maroon Day

• This is a Maroon Week.  Monday, you will start in Period 1!
• Spirit Week starts today.  Attire for today:  Sports Day (where your favorite sports team jersey!)
• Good luck to our 8^th grade track team today as they travel to the LPS stadium for the district track and field championships. Go Pumas!
• Builders Club meets today in Room 342 right after school.
• Continue to check the website for additional clubs and activities after school.
• Upcoming event on Wednesday:  October 9 All School Dance

Friday, October 4, 2013 Black Week

This a Black Friday, and you will start in Period 2 today. Next Week is a Maroon Week
Spirit Week starts on Monday!  It is Sport's Day, wear your favorite sports team jersey. Please view the website under October Happenings for the complete list during the week.  
School Dance is Wednesday, October 9 right after school. The dance is free, but there will be a fundraiser that will benefit the Colorado flood victims.  $1.00 raffle tickets will be available at the dance.  Come join the fun.

Thursday, October 3, 2013

Today you will start in CORE Plus!  It's a great day to be a PUMA!
Homework Club will meet after school today.
Last Track Meet of the season is today after school against Goddard.

Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Today is a PLC Late Start Day!  We will start in Period 1 at 9:54 a.m.
Student Council meets this morning at 9:15 a.m. in the cafeteria

Tuesday, October 1, 2013 Black Day

• Today is a Black Tuesday, and we will start in CORE Plus this morning!
• Good luck to our 8^th grade track team today as they travel to Euclid for the last meet of the regular season! Next stop, the district championships at the LPS stadium next Monday.
• Spanish Club today in Room 319 after school
• Brain Bowl meets today after school in Room 328
• Math Counts Club will meet Wednesday after school in room 340.
• Student Council meets on Wednesday at 9:15 in the Cafeteria.
• Remember tomorrow, Wednesday,  October 2 is a PLC Late Start Day!

Monday, September 30, 2013 Black Day

This is a Black Week (PLC Late Start Week)
You will start in Period 1 today!
Brain Bowl Meeting on Tuesday, October 1 after school
Student Council volunteers:  There will be a poster making meeting today after school
Student Council Meeting on Wednesday, October 2 at 9:15 a.m.
8th grade Safety presentation today in CORE
Rubiks Cube Club starts today in Room 340 right after school
8th grade students wanting to join NJHS your application is due to Mr. Croft by October 2.

Friday, September 27, 2013 Maroon Day

Today is a Maroon Friday and you will start in Period 2! Have a great day!
Today is the deadline for Yearbook Baby Ad for 8th graders.  See Ms. Manculich in Rm. 127
TODAY is Mr. Chaver's Birthday!  Please feel free to sing to him on your way to class.  

Thursday, September 26, 2013 Maroon Day

• Today is a Maroon Thursday, and you will start in CORE PLUS this morning!
• Good luck to our 8^th grade track team today as they travel to Goddard to take on the Vikings
• Homework Club is this afternoon in the Media Center
• All 8th grade students interested in joing NJHS must have their teacher recommendations and applications in by October 2 to Mr. Croft
• Student Council will meet next Wednesday, October 2, at 9:15 a.m. in the Cafeteria.

Wednesday, September 25, 2013 Maroon Day

• Today is a Maroon Wednesday and you will be starting in Period 5.  
• Select students to International Towne today.  
• Student Council Representatives will meet in the Cafeteria at 7:15 a.m.  
• Homework Club meets tomorrow, Thursday, right after school in the Media Center
• 8th graders:  your Baby Ad for yearbook are due to Ms. Manculich by Friday, September 27.  Please see her if you have questions.

Tuesday, September 24, 2013 Maroon Day

• Today is a Maroon Day and we will start in CORE Plus this morning!
• Come support our 8^th grade track team as they welcome the Newton Knights  today after school. See you there
• Student Council Representatives, Your first meeting is THIS WEDNESDAY, September 25th.  The all-member meeting will take place in the Cafeteria at 7:15 a.m..  Please be prompt and ready to brainstorm for Spirit Week.  See Ms. Paul or Mrs. Keirns if you have any questions.  

Monday, September 23, 2013 Maroon Day

• Today is a Maroon Day and we will start in Period 1
• Today is Picture Retake Day during your lunch, on the stage, in the cafeteria.  
• Good luck to our 7^th grade track team today in their last meet of the season as they travel to Goddard to take on the Vikings!
• Student Council Representatives, Your first meeting is THIS WEDNESDAY, September 25th.  The all-member meeting will take place in the Cafeteria at 7:15 a.m..  Please be prompt and ready to brainstorm for Spirit Week.  See Ms. Paul or Mrs. Keirns if you have any questions.  
• Tuesday, September 24 is the start of Spanish Club at Powell.  Spanish Club  will start right after school tomorrow.  
• Today is the start of Builders Club right after school in room 342.  
• Homework Club will be back on Thursday, September 26 in the Media Center
• Pokemon Club will meet on Thursday, September 26 in room 206.

Friday, September 20, 2013 Maroon Day

Today you will begin your day in Period 2

• Students remember to show your parents your pictures that were handed out in CORE Plus. Picture retakes will be Monday, September 23 during your lunchtime on the stage
• Builders Club Meeting on Monday, September 23 right after school

Thursday, September 19, 2013 Maroon Day

• Today you will start in Tutorial Two today.
• 6th grade Magazine Sales Celebration (by invitation only)
• Builders Club Meeting on Monday, September 23 right after school
• Golf Club has been cancelled for today.
• Students remember to show your parents your pictures that were handed out in CORE Plus. Picture retakes will be Monday, September 23 during your lunchtime on the stage.  

Wednesday, September 18, 2013 Maroon Day

• Today is a Maroon Wednesday and we will start in Period 5.
•   Picture retake day is scheduled for Monday, September 23, 2013.  
• 8th graders:  Get your Baby Ad submitted to The Prowl yearbook.  See Ms. Manculich, in Rm. 127 before September 27.
• NO Homework Club on Thursday.  Next Homework Club is September 26.
• 16th Annual Puma Prowl Run for Fun is October 15th.  Mark your calendars.
• First Student Council Meeting is Wednesday, September 25 before school.  Details to follow

Tuesday, September 17, 2013 Maroon Day

• Today is a Maroon Day! We will start in CORE Plus today for Period 1
• Magazine "Big Event" Party in Main Gym this morning for 7th and 8th graders
• Student Pictures are being handed out today in CORE Plus.  Picture retake day is scheduled for Monday, September 23, 2013.  
• Come support our 8^th grade track team as they welcome the Euclid Falcons today after school. See you there!

Monday, September 16, 2013 Maroon Day

• Today is a Maroon Monday!  Start in Period 1
• Homework Club will not meet this Thursday, September 19th.  But plan to join us on Thursday, September 26th, from 2:45-4:00 PM.  We hope to see you in the library to get your homework done before you head home for the day.  See Ms. Paul or Mrs. Toland if you have any questions.
• Attn:  All 8th graders, please be sure to reserve your Baby Ad for The Prowl's 2014 yearbook.  Forms were distributed to you in your language arts classes.  If you have lost that form, you can get another one on the Powell website.  All forms and pictures are due Friday, September 27......See Ms. Manculich if you have questions......
• 6th grade track practice begins today.  Meet in the gym ready to run.
• 7th grade track meet today against Newton.....Come support our PUMAS!

Friday, September 13, 2013 Black Week

• Today is a Black Friday!  Start in Period 2
• 8th Grade Honor Roll at 8:00 a.m.
• Attn:  All 8th graders, please be sure to reserve your Baby Ad for The Prowl's 2014 yearbook.  Forms were distributed to you in your language arts classes.  If you have lost that form, you can get another one on the Powell website.  All forms and pictures are due Friday, September 27......See Ms. Manculich if you have questions......

Thursday, September 12, 2013

• Homework Club starts today in the Media Center from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
• Attention students:  Interested in the Powell Cooking Club?  Stop by to compete with your friends in a "Chopped" style secret-ingredient cooking competition, or join us to learn about cake & cupcake decorating.  Come to as many or as few meetings as you'd like.  To learn more or to sign up, please visit the Cooking Club page on the Powell website.
• Eighth grade track meet is postponed today.  It will be rescheduled.  There will be no track practice today
• No Golf Club today, it has been postponed due to weather.  

Wednesday, September 11, 2013 LATE START DAY

TODAY is a PLC LATE START WEDNESDAY!  You will start in Block 1

• The first meeting of the Pokemon Club will be Thursday from 3-4 in Room 206
• Homework Club starts this Thursday, in the Media Center from 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.  Questions?  See Ms. Paul or Ms. Toland.  
• Student Council Representatives will be selected on Thursday.
• Thursday, September 12 at 8:00 a.m. is 7th grade Honor Roll
• Friday, September 13 at 8:00 a.m. is 8th grade Honor Roll

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

• Today is a "Black" Tuesday!  You will start in your CORE Plus class this morning.  Teacher Horse Race Day in CORE Plus
• Good luck to our 8^th grade track team today as they travel to Newton for their first meet of the season!
• The first meeting of the Pokemon Club will be Thursday from 3-4 in Room 206
• Homework Club starts this Thursday, in the Media Center from 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.  Questions?  See Ms. Paul or Ms. Toland.  
• Student Council Representatives will be selected on Thursday.
• Thursday, September 12 at 8:00 a.m. is 7th grade Honor Roll
• Friday, September 13 at 8:00 a.m. is 8th grade Honor Roll

Monday, September 9, 2013 Black Week

• Happy Monday!  This is a "Black" week and we will start in Block 1.

• Listen up students: It's time to mark your calendars for our first Homework Club meeting of the year! Homework Club begins on Thursday, September 12 from 2:45 - 4:00 p.m. in the library.  The club is open to all students.  Anyone is welcome to join us at anytime throughout the year.  Homework Club is a great opportunity to get your assignments done after school with the help of computers, friends, and a few teachers.  Pay close attention to posters throughout the building, the school calendar on Powell's website, and announcements for future meeting dates.  We hope to see you all there at some point this year.  See Ms. Paul or Mrs. Toland if you have any questions.
• Eighth graders: Dont forget to get your spot  reserved in The Prowl.  Flyers should be filled out and turned into Ms. Manculich in Rm. 127
• Student Council discussions will be happening in CORE Plus this week.
• The first meeting of the Pokemon Club will be this Thursday from 3-4 in Room 206

Friday, September 6, 2013 - WHITE DAY

• Today is a "White" Friday.  You will start in Block 1 this morning. 
• Listen up students: It's time to mark your calendars for our first Homework Club meeting of the year! Homework Club begins on Thursday, September 12 from 2:45 - 4:00 p.m. in the library.  The club is open to all students.  Anyone is welcome to join us at anytime throughout the year.  Homework Club is a great opportunity to get your assignments done after school with the help of computers, friends, and a few teachers.  Pay close attention to posters throughout the building, the school calendar on Powell's website, and announcements for future meeting dates.  We hope to see you all there at some point this year.  See Ms. Paul or Mrs. Toland if you have any questions.
• Eighth graders:  Act now to reserve your spot in The Prowl.  Flyers should be filled out and turned into Ms. Manculich in Rm. 127.  
• 8th grade boys track athletes, go to Mr. Crofts room for lunch today in Rm. 331 to get your jerseys.

Thursday, September 5, 2013 - WHITE DAY

Today is a "White" Thursday!  You will start with Block 1.

• Listen up students: It's time to mark your calendars for our first Homework Club meeting of the year! Homework Club begins on Thursday, September 12 from 2:45-4:00 PM in the library.  The club is open to all students.  Anyone is welcome to join us at anytime throughout the year.  Homework Club is a great opportunity to get your assignments done after school with the help of computers, friends, and a few teachers.  Pay close attention to posters throughout the building, the school calendar on Powell's website, and announcements for future meeting dates.  We hope to see you all there at some point this year.  See Ms. Paul or Mrs. Toland if you have any questions.

Wednesday, September 4, 2013 - WHITE DAY

Today we will follow the White Week Schedule.  You will start in Block 1 today!

Golf Club has arrived!  Starts tomorrow, Thursday, Sept 5.  Need more information or have questions?  See Mr. Genson, Rm. 344

Tuesday, September 3, 2013 - WHITE DAY

This is a "White Week".  You will start in Block 1.

Today is the first day to turn in your magazine sales.....please do so as you enter the main entrance, or to the main office after school starts.

Congratulations to the following classes for the most magazine sales on the internet......8th grade Ms. Fraietta, 7th grade, Ms. Stevenson and in 6th grade Mr. Sadler.  Ms. Fraietta and Mr. Sadler get to keep their class pig, and Mr. Chavers will give his class pig to Ms. Stevenson.

Today, at lunch will be the class Pig Races.

Golf Club has arrived, starting this Thursday, September 5.  Please see Mr. Genson if you have questions.

Friday, August 30, 2013 - Black Friday

• Today is a Black Friday.  You will start in Block 2 today.  
• There will be no school on Monday, September 2nd. Have a safe three day weekend. 
• Today is "Splash A Teacher" at lunch time.
• Tuesday, September 3 will be your first magazine turn in day.
• Powell Jazz Band auditions are Thursday, September 5.  See Mrs. Jenkins for details.
• Golf Club starts next week.  See Mr. Genson in Room 344 for details.  

Thursday, August 29, 2013 - Black Day

• Today is a Black Thursday and you will start in your CORE Plus class this morning!
• Magazine Postcard Winners: 

•  6th grade:  Mr. Sadlers CORE Plus
•  7th grade: Mr. Chavers CORE Plus
• 8th grade:  Ms. Fraietta's CORE Plus
• 8th grade parents:  The time to act is now.....the Washington DC trip is filling up fast.  Informational meeting will be held tonight, Thursday, August 29 at 6:30 p.m. in the Cafeteria. 

Wednesday, August 28, 2013 LATE START DAY

• Today is a "PLC LATE START DAY"!  
• "Student Safety" is our utmost concern!  Be patient while dropping students off and picking up students.  All students who are dropped off, must use specified crosswalks.  
• Students who ride bikes or skateboards, please dismount as you enter onto school property.  Thank you.
• Parents:  Do you have a son/daughter who is in 8th grade and is already wondering what high school is all about.  On the Powell Website, Click on the "Counseling" button, then click on "High School Shadowing opportunities" and follow the links from there. Please call our attendance office and let us know that your student will be going to a shadow day.  The high schools do not report back to us on who attends.  Thank you
• 8th grade parents:  The time to act is now.....the Washington DC trip is filling up fast.  Informational meeting will be held on Thursday, August 29 at 6:30 p.m. in the Cafeteria.  

Tuesday, August 27, 2013 - - Black Week

• Today is Black Tuesday, and you will go to your CORE Plus class to start your day........
• Grades 7th and 8th will have the magazine assembly at 8:00 a.m.
• Tonight is Back to School night for your parents.......It starts at 6:30 p.m.  Please share your schedule with your parents 
• "Student Safety" is our utmost concern!  Be patient while dropping students off and picking up students.  All students who are dropped off, must use specified crosswalks.  
• Students who ride bikes or skateboards, please dismount as you enter onto school property.  Thank you.
• Parents:  Do you have a son/daughter who is in 8th grade and is already wondering what high school is all about.  On the Powell Website, Click on the "Counseling" button, then click on "High School Shadowing opportunities" and follow the links from there. If you choose to do a "Shadow Day" at the high school, you will need to call the attendance line at Powell Middle School and inform them of your absence.  The high schools do not report to us who is attending.  
• 8th grade parents:  The time to act is now.....the Washington DC trip is filling up fast.  Informational meeting will be held on Thursday, August 29 at 6:30 p.m. in the Cafeteria.  

Monday, August 26, 2013 - Black Week (PLC)

• Today is a Black Monday. 
•  We will start your day with Block 1.
• Attention all 8^th graders. Your track and field season begins today.  Please meet your coaches after school in the gym today, dressed and ready to run!
• Back to School Night is tomorrow, Tuesday, August 27, 2013.  

Friday, August 23, 2013 - Maroon Day

• Today is a Maroon Day. 

• 6th grade parents:  Please remember to complete the 6th grade survey.`
• Attention all 8^th graders. Your track and field season begins Monday, August 26. If you are interested in participating this year, please meet your coaches after school in the gym on Monday, dressed and ready to run!

• Save the Date:  Tuesday, August 27, 2013 is Back to School Night in the evening.  

• Parents:  When in doubt, please check the website for information regarding your student. We are a "green" school and we try to limit the amount of paper that we send home.  

Thursday, August 22, 2013 - Maroon Day

• Today is a Maroon Day. 

• PTO will be meeting today in the Conference Room at 9:00 a.m.
• 6th grade parents:  Please remember to complete the 6th grade survey.

Wednesday, August 21, 2013 - Maroon Day

• Today is a Maroon Day. 

•  6th Grade Parents Only:  Please go the the Powell Middle School Website and complete the 6th Grade Survey.....it can be located by clicking on "In The Know" box and then clicking on the survey.  

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

• Today is a Maroon Day. You should be in your CORE Plus class at this time. 
• 6th Grade Parents:  Please go the the Powell Middle School Website and complete the 6th Grade Survey.....it can be located by clicking on "In The Know" box and then clicking on the survey.  

Monday, August 19, 2013

Welcome to the 2013-2014 School Year!

Have a great year!