Smoked Out (Upstairs Photos)

Photos from the upstairs of MHS after the smokeout. Photos by Mrs. Ada Clark.

Upstairs Locker Retrieval Information

If you have items in your locker upstairs that are absolutely necessary for you to retrieve (keys, etc.) stop by ISS between classes to fill out a request slip. Only essential items will be retrieved.

Thursday Information for Students

NEED TO KNOW - STUDENT INFORMATION FOR THURSDAY, MARCH 14

1. The upstairs hallway and classrooms will be closed until further notice.

2. On Thursday, students will report first to Period 3, so staff members can deliver belongings to students who left them in upstairs classrooms.

3. Upstairs classrooms have been relocated. See the schedule below.

Visit http://www.mooresvilleschools.org/schools/mhs/march-14-information for more information.

Yearbook Construction Clearinghouse

Retrieve Backpacks and Persona Items from 1 - 2 p.m.

NEWS RELEASE - FROM MHS FACEBOOK PAGE

We have received word from the restoration company and our facilities department that students may retrieve backpacks and personal items from the MHS second floor from 1 - 2 p.m. today. This is the ONLY time our staff will be able to retrieve these items. Students should enter Door 1 and will not be allowed to go beyond the school lobby. They will be asked to describe the items and which classroom they are in. Only the student or a parent/guardian will be able to pick up the items. We will not release any items to others and all items remaining will continue to be secured and available for pickup when students return to school.

We appreciate your understanding and assistance in this matter. Crews are working very hard to get our school up and running as quickly as possible and we appreciate their flexibility in allowing the pickup of personal items.

News Release: Disney Named MHS Principal

NEWS RELEASE:

Disney Named Mooresville High School Principal

Mooresville, Ind. –
The Mooresville Schools Board of Directors unanimously approved the appointment of Brian Disney as the next principal of Mooresville High School. Disney is currently the assistant principal at Franklin Central High School, where he oversees the guidance department, handles student management, and provides instructional leadership for teacher evaluations and teacher professional learning communities. He will join Mooresville Schools this summer.

"I am very excited to have the opportunity to join the school community in Mooresville where there is long tradition of academic, athletic, and extracurricular excellence," said Disney. "I look forward to working with the dedicated and passionate educators in Mooresville as we become an Indiana Premier High School. I am thrilled to work with our students and parents in preparing our graduates to make significant lifelong contributions to our global society. I am inspired by the partnership between the school and community to provide a springboard for our students into their college and career endeavors."

A screening team of school staff members and district administrators took part in the interview process, choosing Disney from several candidates. The team recommended Disney at Tuesday evening’s School Board meeting.

"There is no doubt that Brian is the right person and educational leader to serve at the MHS helm at this specific time in Mooresville history," said Superintendent Brad Lindsay. "His experiences, professionalism, and passion are a winning combination which will serve Mooresville well making better happen for our students, staff, parents and community."

Disney previously taught mathematics at Brownsburg High School, serving as the lead teacher for Algebra 1 as the curriculum was being aligned with the Indiana End of Course Assessments. He also served as Varsity Girls Basketball Coach for two years. Disney also served as Director of Guidance and a Guidance Counselor at Zionsville Community High School, where he served as the director of testing, the coordinator of dual credit coursework, and co-developer of the school’s master schedule.

"Brian clearly stood out as someone who would do a great job leading MHS," said screening team member Kelly Blackwell. Blackwell, an MHS math teacher and MHS alumnus, added, "After having the opportunity to talk with him and learn about his skills and experiences, it’s obvious he will be a great fit for the MHS team."

"We were impressed with not only his skills, but also who Brian Disney is as a person," said MHS Science Department Chairperson and screening team member Kim Zook. "We’re excited to have him as part of our school."

Disney earned both his Administrative Licensure and Master’s Degree in School Counseling from Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis. He earned his undergraduate degree from Butler University, where he graduated Cum Laude.

"Mooresville is leading the way in educational reform to prepare students for global citizenship," said Disney. "In addition to devotion to student learning and growth, there is commitment to adult learning through professional learning communities and best practices. The 1-to-1 technology implementation and upcoming building project are essential for our students' futures. The dedication to providing more individualized learning opportunities for our students will become a model for other schools. All of this is accomplished through a partnership between the schools, parents, students, and Mooresville community. Mooresville is a unique and exciting school community."

Disney and his wife, Tracy, have one daughter, Kate.
 

MHS Not in Session Wed. 3/13

Official Statement from Mooresville Schools Web Site: http://bit.ly/YYzRNV

MHS Closed on March 13, 2013

03/12/2013

Mooresville High School will not be in session Wednesday, March 13, due to cleanup from smoke damage on the second floor of the building and the need to shut down air handling systems. Mooresville Schools administration has been in contact with the Indiana Dept. of Education and has been informed that the day will not need to be made up. This day off school will not affect our graduation schedule.

All other Mooresville Schools, including Paul Hadley Middle School, will be in session during normal hours tomorrow and bus routes for those schools will run as usual.

We want to thank all of our middle and high school students and staff for their outstanding job during today’s evacuation and early dismissal. We also greatly appreciate the cooperation and understanding of our parents as we worked to keep students safe.

We are thankful for our local fire departments for all of their help to quickly contain the fire, which affected a small area within a single room, and to control the situation. We are cooperating fully with local law enforcement in their investigation of the incident and appreciate their support.

We plan on MHS students returning to school at the normal time Thursday. Crews are working diligently to get MHS operational as soon as possible. The second floor of the building will likely be off limits later this week. We will assist students with retrieving personal items left in second floor classrooms once school resumes. Those items have been secured.

We will communicate any further information as it becomes available through parent emails, our website, and school social media. This includes changes to any extracurricular activities scheduled for Wednesday.

Pulse Shorts: Principle Qualities in New Principal

 As Mooresville Schools looks to hire a new MHS principal, students weigh in on qualities they would like to see in the new principal.


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'Watch' On! Spring Play Tonight

by Taylor Childs  

 The theater department is getting ready for their premier of Play On tonight, Thursday March 7^th at 7 p.m. in the Mooresville High School Auditorium, with a follow up performance on Friday the 8^th. Admission is $5 for anyone over the age of five.

   This year’s play is actually a play within a play, commonly referred to among the cast as “playception.”

   “The writer keeps changing everything last minute, and on the opening night, everything that could go wrong, does,” senior MacKinsey Taylor said.

   The idea of a play within a play was new for some of the cast, but overall well liked.

   "It sounds like a great idea. The crowds really going to like it," junior Josh Passey said.

   The play is agreed to be great for a high school production.

   "It's good for high school students to watch and act in. It shows the hilarious truths of what goes on in a play,” student teacher Kaitlyn Yearwood said.

   The play must be a crowd pleaser; it's actually a redo from 10 years ago, but with some changes to allow more chances for casting.

   “I added some characters and twists,” director Melanie Kassen said, “Fools was also a redo. “

   Much thought goes into the picking of a play for the spring production.

   “I want to enjoy it and connect with it personally, because I spend so much time on the play. I also look at the crew that's returning, and try to pick a play that will allow a lot of spots,” Kassen said.

   This year’s play will be a first for more than just freshman. Junior Josh Passey and sophomore Ricky Yutmeyer are fresh to experience.

   "It was a little weird because I had never taken her classes, and walking in against people that had taken them, but I took musical theater and enjoyed it, so I thought, why not," Passey said.

   For another, the spotlight seemed appealing from the crew backstage.

   "I was helping out last year, stage crew, and my friend really loved it. Just how great last year’s play was," Yutmeyer said. 

   Even though they weren't freshman, the two novices still had their doubts.

   "At first I didn't know I would make it, but the second day Hannah and I did a love scene and everyone thought it was amazing," Yutmeyer said.

   Passey just focused on the upside.

   "I felt pretty good about getting a part," Passey said.

   Several of the cast members even act outside of school. Freshman Cearra Guisbert, freshman Maryssa Small, sophomore Austin Webster and senior Caitlin Goings and are a part of community theaters.

    For some, this is just a hobby.

   “My love for theater is growing bigger and bigger, I’ll enjoy it the next two years. I don’t think I’ll pursue it after high school but that might change,” Yutmeyer said.

   And for others it’s hopefully the beginning of a career. Caitlin Goings has been acting since she was 10.

   “I have a tryout over spring break at the New York film academy. Then I have try out in March at the American Musical and Drama Academy,” Goings said. 

   Some of the actors can relate greatly to their characters, while others are complete opposites.

   MacKinsey Taylor, playing Gerry, a lead, has the opposite personality as her role. “She gets to boss everyone around and take charge,” Taylor said.

   These actors are eager to showcase their talents, so go to the premier and show support for the drama department.

Lent me a Hand: What is This Observance?

by Taylor Childs
   “I’m going through sugar withdrawal,” junior Michelle Majeski said.

   Have you heard this before or complaints like it? Know why your friends are giving up their vices and abstaining from meat? Lent has begun! But what is Lent exactly?

   Lent is a time of spiritual preparation for the celebration of Easter. It is a time of self -examination and reflection.  Beginning on Ash Wednesday and ending on Holy Saturday, Lent lasts 40 days, not including Sundays.

   Observers of this tradition are predominately all Eastern Christians (Orthodox), all Roman Catholics, and some Protestant denominations.

   During this time, observers abstain from the consumption of meat on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday, and all remaining Fridays. These are marked as Fasting Days, and some observers refrain from snacking between meals.

   Historically, the 40 days represents the time Jesus spent in the wilderness and the practice of fasting was meant to help unify people who could afford meat with poor people who couldn’t. The name Lent comes from the Anglo Saxon word lencten, meaning “spring.”

   In addition to refraining from eating meat, Lent is often a time when Christians give up something pleasurable, resisting their temptations as Jesus resisted the temptations of Satan in the wilderness.

   Currently, a trend among youth observers is health and fitness. Many MHS students are participating in Lent this year, just as they had in previous years.

   Sophomore Samantha McQueen said she is giving up sweets, cookies and junk food, Junior Caitlin Brown in giving up fast food, Junior Molly Tieman is giving up chips, and Junior Katelyn Lowe is bringing her lunch every day. 

   Junior Zach Benge is also giving up desserts and candy.

   “I want to start eating better, and Lent seemed a good place to start,” Benge said.

   Majeski is giving up pop.

    “It’s an addiction,” Majeski said. “I rely on it. Last year it was gum and pop.”

   Just as many others, Majeski has been observing since she was little.

    “When I was younger, in middle school, it was to eat veggies at every meal,” Majeski said.

   Junior Sydney Kanouse, giving up sweets, candy, and most baked goods, has been observing for about 15 years with her whole family.

   “Kind of what you give up helps you in what you lack,” Kanouse said.

   Unhealthy foods aren’t the only option. Last year, junior Jacob Tooley reduced his video game and TV time to only five hours.

   “It’s my Christian duty,” Tooley said.

   Sophomore Elizabeth Brock is refraining from fighting with her mother.

  “Me and my mom fight a lot, so we decided to be nice to each other,” Brock said.

   Another observer is participating not because of religion, but solely for the challenge. Junior Jade Broer is giving up milk, soda, meat, junk food, and biting her nails.

  “I do it every year just for the challenge,” Broer said.  

   Lent will last until Holy Saturday, which is on March 30th this year.

Sources:

http://thelewisflyer.com/2010/02/26/lent-for-dummies/

http://www.umc.org/site/apps/nlnet/content.aspx?c=lwL4KnN1LtH&b=4841001&ct=3334445

http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/what-is-lent-and-how-is-it-observed.html

http://sjenews.blogspot.com/2013/02/lent-for-dummies.html

No school for Wednesday, March 6

Enjoy the snow!

Volunteering Locations

   National Honor Society requires seniors to log 36 hours of volunteering by the end of their senior year. For those who are unsure of where to get volunteer hours, here are a few places and ideas of where to go:

Specific Programs:

·         Churches in Mission: Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.

·         Morgan County Humane Society (age restrictions)

·         Mooresville Public Library (pages are needed)

·         The Mooresville Senior Center (especially for their rummage sale)

·         Multiple Sclerosis Association of America- Swim for MS to raise awareness; set a swim goal and invite others to get involved

·         CitiIMPACT Volunteer Missions (Christian Humanitarian & Missions) Help tackle causes such as poverty, injustice and cleaning up disaster zones

·         AMIGOS: Travel and volunteer in Latin America. (education, environmental and community health projects)

·         American Public Media: Talk with a reporter and answer questions about subjects that may be worthy of a story.

Ideas:

·         Boys’ and Girls’ Club

·         Daycares

·         St. Francis Hospital

·         Pioneer Park

·         Community Foundation

·         Elementary School Events

Boys’ Basketball Sectional Results

   Mooresville Boys’ Basketball beat Terre Haute South 71-68 after two over-times on Friday, March 1. Their championship game against Martinsville was on Saturday, March 2, and Mooresville lost 56-64 after two over-times.

   Good job boys for a great season!