January/February January 14-16 Shakespeare Production “The Merry Wives of Windsor” (7:00 pm & Saturday Matinee at 1:00 pm) January 17 Music at Mounds View “Okee Dokee Brothers” (2:00 pm) January 18 NO SCHOOL January 23 Winterfest Dance Competition (9:00 am - 6:00 pm) January 26 Semester One Class Finals Hours 1,2,3 January 27 Semester One Class Finals Hours 4,5,6 January 28 NO SCHOOL January 29 NO SCHOOL February 1 First Day Semester Two SEC Music Festival (Park Cottage Grove) MVHS - HOME OF THE MUSTANGS! Dear Mounds View Families, It has been a little over a week since our students and staff returned from a well-deserved break and it appears that we are all settling back into our normal school rou- tines. As we progress through January, there are some key dates and important items to note. Semester one finals will take place on January 26 and 27. Finals for hours 1-3 will be administered on Tuesday and finals for hours 4-6 will take place on Wednesday. Buses will run as usual on both of these days. At the conclusion of the semester one final examinations, students will not have school on January 28 and 29. Winter activities are also progressing well, with several events occurring within the coming weeks. Besides our normal schedule of athletic events, we are also hosting the Winterfest dance competition on January 23 and our student-led production of Shakespeare that runs from January 14-16. If you have time in your busy schedules, the students would love to see you at these or other school-spon- sored events. In closing, thank you for a wonderful first semester and let’s make second semes- ter even better. Respectfully, Dr. Jeffery P. Ridlehoover Principal January 2016 Mustang Messenger From the Principal…. "Building an inclusive community of responsible, respectful and resourceful citizens who value learning."
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January/FebruaryJanuary 14-16 Shakespeare Production“The Merry Wives of Windsor”
(7:00 pm & Saturday Matinee at 1:00 pm) January 17 Music at Mounds View
“Okee Dokee Brothers” (2:00 pm) January 18 NO SCHOOL
January 23 Winterfest Dance Competition (9:00 am - 6:00 pm)
January 26 Semester One Class Finals Hours 1,2,3
January 27 Semester One Class Finals Hours 4,5,6
January 28 NO SCHOOL
January 29 NO SCHOOL
February 1 First Day Semester Two SEC Music Festival (Park Cottage Grove)
MVHS - HOME OF THE MUSTANGS!
Dear Mounds View Families,
It has been a little over a week since our students and staff returned from a well-deserved break and it appears that we are all settling back into our normal school rou-tines.
As we progress through January, there are some key dates and important items to note. Semester one finals will take place on January 26 and 27. Finals for hours 1-3 will be administered on Tuesday and finals for hours 4-6
will take place on Wednesday. Buses will run as usual on both of these days. At the conclusion of the semester one final examinations, students will not have school on January 28 and 29.
Winter activities are also progressing well, with several events occurring within the coming weeks. Besides our normal schedule of athletic events, we are also hosting the Winterfest dance competition on January 23 and our student-led production of Shakespeare that runs from January 14-16. If you have time in your busy schedules, the students would love to see you at these or other school-spon-sored events.
In closing, thank you for a wonderful first semester and let’s make second semes-ter even better.
Respectfully,
Dr. Jeffery P. Ridlehoover Principal
January 2016Mustang Messenger
From the Principal….
"Building an inclusive community of responsible, respectfuland resourceful citizens who value learning."
My name is Lynn Gay, and I teach Math (Introduction to Statistics and Pre-Calculus first semester and Geometry and Pre-Calculus second semester). This is my third year of teach-ing, and it is my first year at Mounds View High School. I received my undergraduate de-gree from Michigan Technological University and spent the first ten years of my career as a Mechanical Engineer. At that point, I decided that my passion is really in the classroom, so I enrolled at Hamline University in a Master of Arts in Teaching program in an effort to follow this passion. I worked at two other schools in my first two years of teaching, but I am hoping to make Mounds View High School my permanent home! When I’m not teaching, I spend my time with my husband, Zack, and our Airedale Terrier, Penny (the furry one). Zack and I both grew up in Michigan, so we spend most of our va-cation time travelling back to visit family. The exciting news in our family is that we are ex-
pecting our first baby, a little girl, in early April this year! We have had a lot of fun working on the nursery, while also attempting to get as much sleep as possible in our last few months prior to parenthood. I also am an avid reader, at least during summer time and vacations, and I love to be outside in the Spring, Summer, and Fall. Additionally I love watching sports, specifically college football and basketball, and professional football, hockey, and baseball, and I cheer for all of the Detroit Teams! I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Mounds View High School so far, and I look forward to many more years working with great students, families, and colleagues! Go Mustangs!
My name is Julie Coopet. I am the Family & Consumer Science teacher (and department!) at Mounds View High School. I have been teaching Foods, Foods of the World, Foods for Life, Child Psychology & Development and Housing & Interior Design for the past 14 years. I graduated from St. Catherine University with my BA in Home Economics Education and I earned my Masters in Interdisciplinary Education from Santa Clara University in Santa Clara. While in California I worked at Stanford University in the Housing Department – I was there during the 1989 Big Quake that stopped the World Series. I am also the Head Girls Gymnastics Coach at MV. My claim to fame is that I participated in the 1st State Girls Gymnastics meet in Minnesota in 1975, representing Region II. I I decided 3 years ago to become a Girls Gymnastics Judge. So the Winter Season is very busy for me coaching and judging. My new adventure is to become a Master Gardener. I am starting the program this winter through the University of Minnesota. You can find me weeding the school grounds throughout the summer and I plant flowers in the planter in the courtyard. I really enjoy teaching and chaperoning football games & dances at MV and being a volunteer Tutor at the Berean Church Innercity Tutoring Program in St. Paul.
I am the Records Clerk here. My duties include sending out transcripts for current and former Mustangs. I started here last March and am thrilled to be back in a school setting. I spent 13 years working at Minnehaha Academy in South Minneapolis. My husband Dan is retiring from Minnehaha at the end of this school year. I have two boys, Isaac and Keenan. Isaac graduated from St. Thomas three years ago and Keenan will graduate from Bethel this spring. Both are avid fishermen and Isaac also enjoys hunting. We live on the Mississippi River in Elk River so the boys have had the opportunity to grow up fishing and hunting on the River. In my spare time I love to quilt, cook, ride my bike and be with family.
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Get to Know ‘Em
Meet Julie Coopet
Meet Lynn Gay
Meet Terri Bergstrom
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Senior Spotlight
Matt St. Martin
What is your favorite food?Baby back ribs
What is your favorite TV show?Parks & Recreation
What is your favorite movie?Forrest Gump (by far)
What is your favorite book?The Hobbit
What is your favorite school lunch?BBQ riblet on a bun
What is your favorite MVHS class?AP Physics
Who is your favorite MVHS teacher?Mr. Hairrell
Bailey Thompson
What is your favorite food?Chocolate
What is your favorite TV show?Modern Family
What is your favorite movie?The Hunger Games Trilogy
What is your favorite book?The Hunger Games Trilogy
What is your favorite school lunch?Pasta with alfredo & red meat sauce
What is your favorite MVHS class?Psychology
Who is your favorite MVHS teacher?Ms. Manns
Jessica Moore
What is your favorite food?Shrimp alfredo & brownies
What is your favorite TV show?Scorpion & Castle
What is your favorite movie?Harry Potter
What is your favorite book?Tiger’s Curse by Colleen Houck
What is your favorite school lunch?French toast sticks
What is your favorite MVHS class?American Sign Language
Who is your favorite MVHS teacher?Too many to choose from!
Student LeadersAt a leadership meeting held in December, approximately 60 captains and leaders met and discussed core values and how it translates to their role as a leader in our Mounds View community.
Nordic SkiingNordic skier, Jack Christianson raced to a 2nd place over-all finish at the Mesabi East Invite!
Boys BasketballOur boys basketball team won the championship game in the holiday tournament at Bethel University! Congratulations!
WinterfestJoin the Mounds View Viewettes as they host the 10th annual Winterfest Invitation-al and JV Championships on January 23rd at Mounds View High School. Doors open for spectators at 8:30 am and the competition starts at 9:00 am with AAA perfor-mances from approximately 9:00 am - 1:30 pm and A/AA teams performing from 2:30 - 5:00 pm. Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for students and seniors.
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Athletics & Activities Happenings
Athletics/Activities SchedulesSchedules are available online at gomvmustangs.com and /or suburbaneast.org under member schools, select Mounds View. Schedule changes are posted as they become available.
Athletics & Activities Happenings (cont.)Girls Soccer All Tournament TeamEmily Boyer and Rachel Boyer were both named to the MN State Girls Soccer All Tournament Team.
Adapted Soccer All Tournament TeamGrant Drew was named to the Adapted Soccer All Tournament Team.Congratulations Grant!!
ViewettesCongratulations Viewettes - Jazz & Kick SEC Conference Champs!
Support your favorite teams this winterSchedules can be found on our website gomvmustangs.com
Second Semester Schedules Second semester schedules are available on School View for students and par-ents. Please make sure your schedules are accurate and you aren’t missing any classes.
Student Wellness Speaker Series Our next speaker in the Wellness Series will be Mr. Marvin Sims speaking about navigating high school successfully in the 21st Century. He will be speaking in the auditorium on January 15 during 3rd hour. CLICK HERE for details and to sign up.
RegistrationThe registration window for next school year will be open from February 5-15. There will be pre-registration meetings by grade level on February 4 during the last half of 1st, 2nd and 3rd hours.
Equity Promise ScholarshipThe deadline to submit an application for the Equity Promise Scholarship is Febru-ary 28. This local scholarship program is available to all high school seniors. Equity Promise Scholarships reinforce the District’s Equity Promise, “ensuring that all students are prepared for post-secondary success regardless of race, class or dis-ability.” To apply, visit http://moundsview.moundsviewschools.net/pages/Mounds_View_High_School/News/Equity_Promise_Scholarship_App
From the Deans DeskMark Nelson A-Co (Grades 9-11)A-Da (Grade 12)651--621-7133 [email protected]
Current junior and sophomore students interested in exploring technical ca-reers can take courses at Northeast Metro Tech. Students choosing this option are transported to Century College for their first three class periods and can se-lect from a variety of courses. Interested students should see their dean or Mr. Wiens. The following link describes this program, as well as the many course options available:
Senior Mid-Year ReportsSome colleges require midyear re-ports from seniors. If your college does require a mid-.year report, please see Terri Bergstrom in the Paddock. First semester grades will be available in February.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)Seniors applying for college financial aid should complete the FAFSA on the Federal Government website: https://fafsa.ed.gov. Information for complet-ing this form should be obtained from parent and student 2015 tax forms. For further information on college financial aid, please see my webpage:
College Corner (cont.)Scholarship OpportunitiesAffinity Plus Foundation Scholarship - Deadline: January 29, 2016$5000 scholarship to attend a four-year institution.Must be a primary Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union member in good standing.Scholarship application: https://www.affinityplus.org/foundation/scholarshipsContact information: (651)312-9252 or [email protected]
Alpha Kappa Psi – U of MN Carlson School of Management - Deadline: January 29, 2016Scholarships include housing and tuition for Carlson students.Application at: http://www.akpsischolarships.com/apply
Epsilon Sigma Alpha Foundation Scholarships - Deadline: February 1, 2016A wide variety of scholarships are available.Scholarships are based on service and leadership, scholastic ability, and financial need. Application at: http://www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarships-and-grants
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship - Deadline: February 1, 2016$2000 scholarship for students who demonstrate ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect
for self, family, and community, and the ability to succeed in college.Application: http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/community-scholarships.html
United Educators Credit Union Scholarships - Deadline: February 5, 2016$1000 scholarships for graduating high school seniors who are UECU members or a child or grandchild of a UECU
National Co-op Scholarship Program - Deadline: February 15, 2016$6000 four-year renewable scholarships to study at a WACE partner institutionMust have a 3.5 GPA and complete application and essayApplication website: http://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/index.html
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship - Deadline: February 15, 2016$7500 annuallyMinority student who has leadership potential and financial need.Must have an ACT of 21 or above.Application website: http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply
It’s no secret that concussions have become an increasing source of concern among health care providers, parents, coaches and trainers, school staff, and the media. And for good reason. When it comes to brain health, we can’t take things lightly.
A concussion is an injury to the brain that results from a direct blow to the head or a sudden jar-ring of the body resulting in injury to the brain as it moves within the skull. Concussions are not uncommon and, much like any other injured body part, it takes time and some rest for the brain to heal.
If you think your student may have experienced a concussion, it’s important to consult a healthcare provider. There are many excellent resources available to help with recognition of concussion signs and symptoms. Here are a couple examples from reliable sources:
CDC: Heads Up - A Fact Sheet For ParentsConcussion Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics (heatlhychildren.org)
For student athletes, medical clearance is necessary for return to physical activity following a concussion and our athletic trainers will help guide that process. For any student, accommodations may be necessary at school to formulate a plan for managing class work while allowing time for recovery. What we know for sure is that we tend to see more recovery success with careful and early planning and communication. Should your student experience a concussion, his or her Dean and Mounds View’s Health Office staff are more than happy to help answer ques-tions and work with you on return to school planning.
Health Office
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Music at Mounds View SeriesJanuary 17 – Okee Dokee BrothersGrammy Award and three time Parent’s Choice Award winners, the Okee Dokee Brothers record and perform family music with a goal to inspire children and their parents to get outside and get creative.
February 20 – The SingersThe Singers, a professional choir of 40 members, exists to serve as artists, educa-tors, and ambassadors of the choral art. Recognized nationally for their innovative programming, commitment to new music, and peerless artistic quality, The Singers made their debut at the renowned Ravinia Festival in June 2013.
April 17 – Loring String QuartetWith players from the US and Ireland, the Loring String Quartet is an international ensemble of the highest quality, serving the musical needs of the greater Twin Cities area.
Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
MUSTANG LOCKERROOM – DECA SCHOOL STORECheck out the Mustang locker room (DECA school store) remodel. Just for visiting, you get one strand of super fan beads. Check out our online apparel link and instructions for $10 off: https://sites.google.com/a/mounds-viewschools.org/allard/contact
Information & Learning CenterIn September we introduced you to the Information & Learning Center. It is a busy hub with classes and students taking advantage of the flexible learning space, media table, interactive whiteboard, 3D and laser printers.
Around MVHS
Media Table
Flexible LearningSpace
Laser Engraver/Cutter
Information & Learning Center (cont.)
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Around MVHS
3D Printer
Chess Set
Desktop Cell Phone Holder
Students keep the 3D printers running throughout the day and sometimes into the night. They design, create and print a variety of projects.
The chess set pictured below is one of several that were printed and are used in the Information & Learning Center.
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Around MVHS
Bell RingersMounds View PREP students rang bells for the Salvation Army during the holiday season.
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Around MVHS
MVHS Holiday SpiritHoliday spirit was abundant at Mounds View during the week prior to winter break.
Science teacher Dave Barhan
“Elf on the Shelf”
Choir students caroling in the ILC
Student group performs in the ILC
“The Croptops”Michael Brown
Tim PeaseHans Adamsson
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Dear SantaMounds View Bands collected donations of food, clothing toys, books and money for the 29th annual Dear Santa Drive. Donations were distributed to seven families experiencing hardship during the holiday season.
Playing holiday music in the Commons before school
