West Harrison CSD

Do you remember the SOARing Hawkeyes who filled the entire marble jar for positive behavior? On the 100th day of school, Thursday, February 8th, we surprised the elementary and middle school students with fun and entertaining guest! The Amazing Arthur, who is a magician and comedian, came to West Harrison! The students were amazed at his talent and magical tricks. A few of our students and staff were lucky enough to join him during the performance. What a wonderful show it was for all ages! Keep up the great work Hawkeyes, keep SOARing and showing that positive behavior throughout our school! (Part 2)

On Monday, February 12th, the West Harrison Elementary and Middle School staff hosted S.T.E.M. Night. This event had multiple educational activities focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Throughout the night, students were able to explore new activities at different grade levels, build creations out of blocks, Rubik's Cubes, Legos, etc., and try out new forms of technology. We would also like to send an extended thank you to our special guests who joined us for the evening of fun. They include Connie Betts (Harrison County Naturalist at Willow Lake), Erin Gorman (Harrison County Extension Youth Coordinator), and members from Green Hills AEA for hosting the photo booth and Planetarium. Students, we hope you all had a fun and educational night with your West Harrison friends and family! (Part 2)

On Monday, February 12th, the West Harrison Elementary and Middle School staff hosted S.T.E.M. Night. This event had multiple educational activities focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Throughout the night, students were able to explore new activities at different grade levels, build creations out of blocks, Rubik's Cubes, Legos, etc., and try out new forms of technology. We would also like to send an extended thank you to our special guests who joined us for the evening of fun. They include Connie Betts (Harrison County Naturalist at Willow Lake), Erin Gorman (Harrison County Extension Youth Coordinator), and members from Green Hills AEA for hosting the photo booth and Planetarium. Students, we hope you all had a fun and educational night with your West Harrison friends and family! (Part 3/3)

February 14 board minutes: https://5il.co/2ezr3

Hey, Hawkeyes fan! What’s February without a Presidents Day Sale? Now thru Monday, take 25% OFF when you spend $100+ on this season’s must-have tees, hats, hoodies and more with code PRESIDENT at checkout. That’s an executive order! https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/iowa/mondamin/west-harrison-high-school

February Hawk Talk: https://5il.co/2et7j

Congratulations Maclayn Houston on your commitment to Morningside University to play volleyball for the Mustangs!! Your hard work and dedication to the sport has paid off and we are so proud of you!!

High School Boys District Basketball Tonight 2-12-24: Hawkeyes Varsity Boys Basketball @ Marcus Vs. MMCRU @ 7pm. Tickets for this event will be $6 and can be purchased at the following link: https://www.iahsaa.org/tickets/ (Postseason ticketing through Hometown ticketing and not Bound)

February 2024 Board Agenda: https://5il.co/2ej7e

Hawkeye District Wrestling Saturday, February 10 (10:00AM) Tickets: $8 via HomeTown Ticketing (NO CASH AT GATE) Use the following link for tickets to this event: https://www.iahsaa.org/tickets/ **Click on Wrestling / 1A / Find the event at MVAOCOU **Click "Get Tickets" HAWKEYE PRIDE

Hawkeye Basketball 2-8-24 Girls Varsity Basketball First Round Regional Tournament tonight @ 7pm in Stanton For tickets to this event use the following link: https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h202402010202525446afc0a491c884d/checkout This game will also be livestreamed on the NFHS network at the following link: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/stanton-high-school-stanton-ia/gamc945ad9b58 Hawkeye Boys Basketball will finish the regular season tonight @ Whiting for a 6pm Varsity only game. This will be a CASH ONLY gate. No online ticketing or cards accepted. HAWKEYE PRIDE

If anyone is interested in coaching or helping coach youth softball for West Harrison please reach out to Katie Offenbacker katiejoann_02@hotmail.com

Little Hawks Wrestling has finished for the 2023/2024 season. Thanks to all the youth athletes that worked hard during this years program and to the coaches that worked with them along the way! HAWKEYE PRIDE

West Harrison would like to give a huge congratulations to Maclayn Houston for breaking the career scoring record!! The previous record was held by Jackie Clark at 1,261 points. Jackie broke the record back in 2008. Maclayn broke the record on Monday, February 5th at Boyer when she scored 32 points. Maclayn currently has 1,303 points going into the postseason. She broke this record playing in only 3 seasons. What an accomplishment Maclayn!! Hawkeye Country is so proud of you!!

West Harrison Middle School students are starting their third week of Youth Coding League. Students in grades five and six are learning Scratch programming around the theme of Fashion and Design. Students in grades seven and eight are learning Scratch around the theme of Art. Each week the students complete sprints to learn a part of the programming. The week one sprints have been scored. If you would like to see how the students are doing the links to the scores will be posted below. There are 8 sprints and then a national tournament. The sprints will help the student complete a project for the tournament. Sprint 1 team standings: https://www.youthcodingleague.com/standings/teams At the top of the page are buttons for each grade level standings. Sprint 1 5/6 grade individual scores: https://www.youthcodingleague.com/standings/teams/641 Sprint 1 7/8 grade individual scores: https://www.youthcodingleague.com/standings/teams/642

The Hawkeyes have filled the marble jar again for good behavior! Stay tuned to find out the special surprise the elementary will be receiving this week! The weekly S.O.A.R. award is given to students who display the following positive behaviors: S- Safety (I will act in a way that protects myself and others.) O- On Task (I will focus on what we are learning and only my own work.) A- Achievement (I will show my best effort in all that I do.) R- Respect (I will respect myself, others, and our school. I am kind and helpful.) January 29-February 2 Winners: Maysa, Madison, Joseph, Jorge, Jayce, and Chloe

Hawkeye Tickets: Tickets for HS Basketball in Dunlap 2-5-24 https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h2023011806400811382a3d55262294f/checkout Tickets for HS RVC Wrestling in Coon Rapids 2-6-24 https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h202310300835529474f9126ead95746/checkout Tickets for HS Basketball Vs. Woodbury Central 2-6-24 (Senior-Parent Night / Teammates Recognition / Youth Basketball Recognition) https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h20231016121922562160e0379acb449/checkout HAWKEYE PRIDE

Congratulations to Noah Cox and Hunter Hussing for both going 4-1 at Junior High District Wrestling and qualifying for state. They will wrestle February 24th and 25th in Des Moines. Good Luck Guys! HAWKEYE PRIDE

Please join us for our STEM night on Monday, February 12th from 5-7pm in the elementary gym. This event is free for all preschool - 8th grade families! Come explore a variety of activities with our teachers and meet up with our special visitors too! We hope to see you there!

Student Council is selling Valentine's Day Grams again! Grams available this year are Brach's conversation hearts for $1 or a small assorted box of chocolate for $3. We will be selling grams from January 31st until February 12th. Student Council members will sell grams during middle and high school lunches. Grams will also be available for sale during STEM night on February 12. Payment can also be sent to the office for Ms. Haag and we will get your grams set up for you. If sending payment to school please make sure that you write out who the gram(s) are for and the student's grade level. We will include a personal message if you would like also, just let us know! Thank you for supporting West Harrison HS Student Council!