Good morning Shells! Today is Thursday, February 12, 2026.
Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silence.
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America,
and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
Students, start planning your outfit for Valentine’s Day on Friday. If yu are dressed for Valentine’s day, you can put your name in a drawing at lunch. You could win a $25.00 gift card, but you will receive a candy bracelet just for participating. Also, student council is selling color coded ring pop candy grams during lunch today. This is the last day for you to purchase your candy gram. Candy grams will be delivered on Friday.
Any student who drives to school needs to have a parking pass and you need to be parking in your assigned spot. Just because it is cold, does not mean you can park in a different space. If you need a parking pass, please see Mr. Miller.
Best Buddies will have a bowling event for all students, staff, and their families on Sunday, February 15th, at Airport Bowl in Bethalto from 2:00-4:00pm. The cost is $12 per persona and includes shoe rental and two hours of bowling.
Lewis & Clark Community College Early Bird Registration will be Wednesday, Mar 4, 2026 from 9am-1pm
This field trip is for current seniors who plan to attend Lewis and Clark Community College in the Fall. Students will need a signed permission slip to attend this field trip. We will meet in the Commons at 8:25am. Students who are in our Co-op program may follow the bus separately so that they can leave for work afterwards. Parents/guardians are welcome to meet you at the college. fPlease stop by the Guidance office to sign up. Field trip permission slip forms are located in the main HS office. If you have any questions, please contact your guidance counselor.
Any girl interested in playing soccer this spring the season starts March 2. If you are interested please reach out to Coach Yates. You will need to have an active physical on file and register on the athletic websites.
Saturday Scholars will depart from the front of the high school at 12:50 for EHS on Saturday. Please wear your t-shirts.
ROX STARS: The following students received recognition as a ROX STAR recently. If you receive a ROX STAR Nomination, please come to the office this morning to pick up a ticket for a free item from the Cafe:
Lena Talmadge
Izabella Kelley
Trinity Edwards
The lunch menu for today includes:
Buffalo Chicken Dip, Tortilla Chips, Celery Sticks, Refried Beans
Fri: Rich's Pizza Cheese Crunchers, a Kale Salad and Peas & Carrots
Students, at this time, your cellphones should be docked in your classrooms and your backpacks in your lockers.
Make it a great day, Shells!