Simley Announcements 2-16-23
Published on Feb 16, 2023 08:55

Attention All Students-

Students are expected to be in class until the bell rings each class period. We will be actively supporting students who are caught leaving early. Please stay in class until you are released by the bell. Thank you for making this a priority.


Seniors- you only have 18 days left to apply for a B.E.S.T. Foundation scholarship! There is only one application to complete to be considered for over 100 scholarships and scholarships are available for students going to technical, community, or 4-year schools. Apply today- the deadline is March 6th and you don't want to miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Go to: www.ighbestfoundation.com to learn more and to apply. See Ms. Kimble with questions! Simley Cross Country is having a plant sale with Gertens to raise funds for their 2023 season.  Please visit: www.gertensfundraising.com and enter store ID code 712.  Plants will be ready for pick up Monday May 1 in time for Mother's Day and Spring planting!  We will be grateful for your participation with this fundraiser! 
Did you see the robotics team at the pep fest last week? It's not too late to join! The season is still going on and we're getting ready for our regional competition at the end of March. We're looking for people to help build the robot and problem solve through the design process. No prior experience necessary, all are welcome! See Mr. Fisher or a current team member for more information.  

Interested in playing tennis? There will be a 30 minute boys tennis meeting on Today at 3:30pm in the cafeteria. Includes info on the season, gathering player info and uniform sizes, and details on captains practice in the coming weeks. Girls are also eligible if they weren't able to compete during the girls season, during the fall.  Remember Tennis meeting Thursday the 16th at 3:30 


Class of 2023 you don’t want to miss out!
Want to WIN A FREE Senior All Night Party ticket?? 
Register by Feb. 28th to be entered into a drawing for a FREE TICKET! 
Listen UP CLASS OF 2023!!!!!
The Simley High School All Night Party is BACK!!!
What it is: The All Night Party is held after graduation on June 8th, 2022 from 10:30pm-4:30am at Simley High School. This is a great night of fun with your class after graduation.
Who it is for: EVERYONE in the class of 2023!
Price: $60: price includes Food, Games, Casino, Hypnotist and prizes to be given away at the end of the night (Tv's, gift cards and more!)
For information on a scholarship for a ticket contact your counselor.
Get your tickets now for $60!  Tickets will go up to $75.00 after May 1st.
It’s time to buy those Senior Party Tickets: https://www.simleyanp.com/tickets 


Attention players that plan to join the boy’s or girl’s soccer teams for Fall 2023: We are kicking off our Gertens plant and plant card fundraiser on February 13! This fundraiser helps raise funds for the boosters that go towards uniforms, equipment and events during the season. You can also earn money towards your booster fee by participating. For more information, please contact [email protected]. To add yourself to our mailing list to receive information about the Fall 2023 season, please go to https://www.simleysoccer.com/add-your-name-to-our-mailing-list.html to submit the form.

8th Grade Parent Night
Save the date for 8th Grade Parent Night on Wednesday, February 22. Starting at 6:00 PM, Simley High School staff will provide information to incoming families, answer their questions, and give them a tour of the school. See the full schedule at www.isd199.org/8thGradeParent and learn more about Simley.


Repeat Announcements

Please come Dine-In or Take Out at IGH Brewing on Tuesday, March 7th from 4pm to Close for a good cause-to Support the Simley Tennis Team.  Go Spartans!


Free Open Skate Event - March 10

Stop by Veterans Memorial Community Center on Friday, March 10, for a FREE Open Skate event for families in Inver Grove Heights and ISD 199 schools! Inver Grove Heights Parks and Recreation and IGH SPARC will host the event from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Event details: www.ighsparc.org/events/sparc-open-skate
 Dakota Soccer Club is looking for a few more male soccer players for summer 2023!!  Players from the following birth years are needed: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012. We currently have teams at these ages but just need a few more players to fill out the rosters. The DSC competitive soccer program officially begins in March (but some teams are training now) with indoor training and runs through June. Practices are held indoors 1 to 2 times a week for March-April, and then move outside during May-June (up to 2-3 times per week). Summer schedule includes 8 to 10 games. Costs range from U9-U10 ($360), U11-U14 ($515), U15+ ($575) plus uniform costs.  For more information or to register, visit www.dakotasc.org. 

Expand your opportunities with FREE classes through TriDistrict Community Education. Prepare for exams and certifications to take your education and career to the next level, and learn important skills like digital literacy. New classes also include online options. Click here to browse FREE classes. [ http://communityed.sspps.org/programs/ae] 

Did you know that breakfast is free for all students everyday?  While we have returned to paying for lunch, breakfast is still free for everyone.  Stop by the to-go cart in the commons or go directly to the cafeteria each day before school to pick up your breakfast and feed your brain for the morning.  If you need help paying for lunch, please complete the educational benefits application, which can be done on the parent portal or on a form found in the guidance office.

Bus Drivers Needed! ISD 199 is looking for more bus drivers and bus driver subs! Before and after school shifts are available, 4 hours per day are guaranteed, up to $23.25 per hour plus paid training, and full benefits at 25 hours per week. Learn more and apply at www.isd199.org/careers. 
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ACTIVITIES

Simley Activities for today:  Metro East Conference Schedules

DISTRICT APPROVED ONLINE FLYERS:
https://www.isd199.org/news_events/flyers/hs_flyers