Athletics/Activities
Week of January 17, 2023
Saturday, January 21
V Swimming and Diving WIC @ West Vigo 10:00 AM
Boys Freshman Basketball vs. BNL 6:00 PM
Boys JV Basketball vs. BNL 6:00 PM
Boys V Basketball vs. BNL 7:30 PM
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
International Student Host Families Needed: Would you like to HOST an international student in your home? We’re looking for host families for some students arriving in August 2023. CIEE Host Families come in all shapes and sizes! And many host families find they develop a relationship that lasts a lifetime! Please click on the attachments here and here to find out more information and/or ask Mrs. Clay in Room E 149.
Sophomores and Juniors: Hoosier Hills Career Center applications are now available in the Guidance Office and are due Monday, January 23. If you are planning to attend Hoosier Hills next year, you must turn in an application by Monday. If you want to attend HHCC next year but not certain if you will have room in your schedule, complete and turn in an app by Monday. If you do not turn in an app by Monday, there is a good possibility that you will not be able to attend as many of their programs fill immediately. Turn them in to the basket in the Guidance Office.
Club Picture Day: Tuesday, January 31
Ivy Tech Information in Library: A past EHS graduate who works for Ivy Tech will be in our library on Tuesday, January 24, for all three lunch periods. Come on in and get information and pick up some Ivy Tech swag. That’s Tuesday, January 24, during lunch!
Coffee Corral: The coffee shop will be open every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday! We will be adding new drinks soon, so make sure to stop by and get your morning beverage from the Mustang Coffee Corral!
PROM: Prom will be April 29th this year!!!!
Yearbook: Don’t forget SENIOR ADS! If you are interested in purchasing an ad to recognize your graduating senior, visit the Jostens website to create and place your ad.
To order a yearbook OR place a senior ad, go to: https://www.jostens.com/apps/
Graduation Information: Seniors and parents, please continue to check the Graduation 2023 section of the school website.
Seniors: If you are interested in becoming a teacher and have either a 3.5 GPA, an 1130 SAT score, or an ACT score of at least 26, you qualify to apply for the $30,000 Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship. See the email from Mr. Faust for information about applying for this scholarship.
Senior Cap and Gown Orders: If you did not turn in your cap and gown order, you will need to go online to do so. Order HERE
Yearbook Retakes: Please use this link to access your Kirkwood yearbook photos. You can order them here as well.
Yearbook Photos: Please use this link to access your Kirkwood yearbook photos. You can order them here as well.
*There is a change to Student Driver Registration: All students who plan to drive to school must have a Parking Permit
- Students who have registered as drivers in a previous year and have not changed vehicles are not required to register again.
- After you have filled out the form in Harmony, bring your driver’s license and $1 cash to Mrs. Johnson in the school office ASAP to receive your sticker.
Kirkwood Senior Pictures: Online Ordering: https://kirkwoodphotolab.zenfolio.com/p958574095
Kirkwood Fall Sports Pictures: Online Ordering: https://
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Off-season high school girl’s soccer workouts start this week from 3-4:30 Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays. We will do weights, conditioning, footwork, and will play if the gym is open. Meet by the high school weight room.
Workouts are open to any high school girls and current 7th and 8th grade girls who are interested in playing soccer. Fill out the Google form if you are interested:
Theater Arts: Auditions for the Edgewood Theatre Arts productions, “Lost in Tumblerock” and “The Wild Flowering of Chasity” will take place in the EHS Auditorium on the following days and times:
- Tuesday, January 17 (2:40-4:40)
- Wednesday, January 18 (2:40-4:40)
- Thursday, January 19 (6:00-8:00)
(You only need to be present at one of the above dates. No preparation is needed)
The stage performances will be April 14, 15, & 21, 22
Contact Mrs. Carter at scarter@rbbschools.net for more information.
Softball: Any girls planning on playing on the school softball team this spring needs to see Mr. Hammett at lunch or send him an email so he can get you on the email list.
The lacrosse team will have winter conditioning practices on Tuesday and Wednesdays, beginning at 6pm in the weight room. Nothing is needed, just show up! Contact Coach Mary (mellis@rbbschools.net) for more info.
Academic Super Bowl: If you think it would be fun to be a part of a team where you learn about music, art, literature, history, science, or math, then Academic Super Bowl is for you! We’re currently recruiting team members – all are welcome. If interested, contact Mrs. Van Allen in the library or one of the following teachers: Mr. Walter (math), Mrs. Mathias (English), Mr. Axsiom (fine arts), Mrs. Boivert-Storey (science), and Mr. Winkler (social studies). Sign up soon to be involved in an easy fundraiser to help cover your activity fee. This year’s theme is “The Age of Exploration: 1400-1650.”
National Honor Society: NHS will meet on the first Thursday of each month in the auditorium from 7-7:15 AM.
Writing Club: The Writing Club will meet Mondays after school in the library until 3:15. All are welcome!
Gymnastics: Any girl interested in being on the school gymnastics team this year needs to sign up on the list in the athletic office.
COUNSELING DEPARTMENT/SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Seniors: If you plan to become a teacher and have either a 3.5 GPA or an 1130 SAT score, you may want to apply for the $30,000 Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship. See Tuesdays email from Mr. Faust for details.
Students who would like to request to see their counselor, should complete this Google form: Request to See Your Counselor. The form should only be completed using the student’s RBB email. Students may not request schedule changes based on teacher or period preference.
EXTENDED OPPORTUNITIES
Tricoci University of Beauty Culture: We have an exciting event coming up for any high school student interested in a career in the beauty industry! Tricoci University of Beauty Culture is hosting a Glitz & Glam night on February 2nd from 5:30-7:30! This evening will consist of a fashion show, demonstrations, and guest speakers. Scan the QR code to RSVP.