RIGGS-ANNOUNCEMENTS

Friday, February 12, 2010

Students wishing to audition for the Spring Play "The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza" should sign up for an audition time outside of Room 328. There are parts for up to 65 students. (some roles may be doubled up) Scripts are available to be checked out from Ms. Zakahi in Room 328. Auditions will be held Feb 16, 17 & 18.

The German Club is selling walking tacos at the basketball games tonight and Saturday. Come out and support the Govs, Lady Govs and the German Exchange Program. We will be hosting students from Luenburg, Germany again in October, let Ms. Peterson know if you are interested in hosting for this two week exchange.

Buy your yearbook now for $30 before the February 20th price increase! Drop off your check and order form to Mr. Cronin before or after school or you can order online at www.shop.jostens.com

Seniors: remember the deadline to get you headshots to yearbook or inform your photographer which to use is February 16th. Your school ID photo will be used in the yearbook if your headshot is not received. If you need an extension, email or talk to Mr. Cronin in Rm 322.

Attention anyone who is interested in participating in track and field this year: There will be an informational meeting in the library on Monday, February 22nd at 2:55. If you are unable to attend this meeting because you are currently in a winter sport, talk to Coach Larson ahead of time. Practice will start the first week of March."

State Capitol Building will be open until 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, 2/15 for those students and families wishing to take pictures prior to King of Hearts. Please enter via the north entrance of the building.

Attention Native American students: The Native American Journalism Conference will take place this year at Crazy Horse Memorial April 19-23. If you are interested in attending this conference, please pick up an application in the office and get it to Mrs. Davis not later than FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19th. Email Mrs. Davis for more information.

SENIORS REMIND YOUR PARENTS THAT PICTURES and MONEY DONATION IS NEEDED FOR THE PARENT SENIOR PARTY, TURN THEM IN TO MRS. TIBBS IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE.

The Oahe Electric Cooperative has two exciting youth trips planned for this summer. One is called the “Road Trip” which is a 3 day excursion touring different Power Cooperative facilities. The other is a trip to Washington, DC for one week. For more information stop in the Guidance Office.

Riggs High Juniors: Those interested in attending the 31st Annual Youth Business Adventure (YBA) program in June should contact Mrs. Ulmen in Room 108. The deadline for applications is February 12, 2010. During YBA, you may obtain 2 college credits for under $100 for participation in the program. There is also an opportunity to win a matched $500 college or technical institute scholarship.

Activities Today: Debate students leave at 5:30 am for The Rushmore Challenge Tournament
in Harrisburg
Northern State Jazz & Symphonic Band in Theatre 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
9/JV/S/V Boys Basketball at Watertown – 4:00, 5:45, 7:30 pm
JV/C/V Girls Basketball vs. Watertown – Here 4:00, 5:45, 7:30 pm

Activities Tomorrow: 9/JV/S/V Boys Basketball vs. Yankton – Here 4:00, 5:45, 7:30 pm
JV/C/V Girls Basketball at Yankton – 4:00, 5:45, 7:30 pm
V Wrestling at ESD Conference Meet in Brandon – 11:00 am

Lunch Today: BBQ’s, Potato Wedges, Salad Bar and Milk
French Toast, Egg Patty, Sausage Patty, Salad Bar and Milk
Stuffed Pepperoni Pockets Soup: Chicken Tortilla

Breakfast Today: French Toast, Ham Patty, Orange Juice and Milk