West Prairie Jr/Sr High School
Daily Announcements
Friday, December, 19th
Please Stand for the Pledge of Allegiance
At this time we will take a moment of silence (10 seconds).
Today’s Lunch: FRENCH BREAD PIZZA, BROCCOLI, CHIP, FRUIT/MILK
THE CYCLONE CODE: JUST LOOK UP!
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:
This is a reminder that students are not permitted to wear hoods anywhere in the building, including hallways, classrooms, bathrooms, and the cafeteria. Wearing a hood is a dress code violation. There will be no additional reminders—violations will result in a referral.
Be a respectful Cyclone, please.
Countdown to Christmas
12/19/25 Grinch Day - Wear Green
High school and junior high are different experiences. Although our school is a combined building, we strive to keep things separated when possible.
High school students should not be at junior high lockers, and junior high students should not be at high school lockers.
Thank you for keeping our hallways safe and orderly.
Students: If you need to meet with a teacher during lunch—whether for a club meeting, make-up work, or a test—you must have a pass before you come to the cafeteria.
If you arrive without a pass, you will not be permitted to leave the cafeteria.
Teachers may also email Mrs. Thompson or Mrs. Pittman a list of students who are approved to leave.
Winter Weather Reminder
As we head into winter, here’s what to expect if school is canceled:
E-Learning Days: If we know the night before or the weather is too dangerous to be outside, we’ll likely use an E-Learning Day.
E-Learning Day Schedule:
Students in grades 5–12 will follow the SIP schedule from 8:00–12:30.
Teachers will post their Google Meet link at 8:00 AM in Classroom. Teachers will take attendance for each class and students are expected to be present and engaged. E-learning days are considered to be a school day, so we don't have to make these up. As such, we will all treat these days like a regular learning opportunity, just as we would if we were in the building.
Breakfast - students are not permitted to eat breakfast in classrooms. Breakfast items must stay in the cafeteria. If a student shows up to a classroom with breakfast items, please send them back to the cafeteria.
Our school newspaper has officially gone digital. It’s now a school blog! Click this link to be taken there, and subscribe so you receive email notifications when a new post goes live! While the journalism class is leading the way, we want this to be a space for all student voices. If you have an article idea, opinion piece, or story you’d like to share, we’d love to feature it. Student guest writers are welcome to contribute to the blog. For more information or to get your writing added, email or talk with Mr. Sullivan.
Reminder - Students should keep their cell phones off and ear buds in their locker not in their pocket.
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS:
🎉 High School Girls Basketball — Crank Zone Dress-Up Days! 🎉
Sponsored by High School Boys Basketball
Get ready to pack the gym, pump up the energy, and cheer on our Lady Cyclones in style! Each home game has its own Crank Zone theme—so grab your gear and show up loud and proud!
📅 Dress-Up Themes:
Jan. 8 — Camo/Hunter Night
Jan. 22 — White Out
Jan. 26 — Fraternity/Sorority Night
Jan. 31 — Pajama Night
Feb. 9 — Senior Citizen Night
Feb. 12 — Hawaiian/Beach Night
Let’s fill the Crank Zone and make every game unforgettable. Bring the spirit, bring the noise, and let’s support our Girls Basketball teams all season long! 💚🏀💛
🏀🔥 CRANK ZONE THEME NIGHTS FOR BOYS BASKETBALL 🔥🏀
Get loud. Get creative. Get cranked up for basketball season!
🗓 January 6 – 🤥 White Lies
🗓 January 8 – 🇺🇸 USA
🗓 January 17 – 🧢 Rally Cap Night (wear a goofy hat!)
🗓 January 23 – 🤍 White Out
🗓 February 5 – 👕 Jersey Night
🗓 February 10 – 🕶️ FBI Night
Show up. Dress up. Bring the energy. Let’s pack the gym! 💪🔥
DETAILS FROM THE DIRECTOR OF STUDENT SERVICES
Seniors - Be sure to check the scholarship spreadsheet for a few more scholarships that are due at the end of December.
All students - The final grades for semester one are due before you return to school in January. That means that today is the last day to turn in any assignments that your teachers are still accepting.
Mark Your Calendars
December 18th Periods, 2, 4, & 6 Final Exams
December 19th Periods 7, & 8 Final Exams
December 19th End of Semester One
January 6th Second Semester Begins
January 28th Dual Credit Information Night @ 6PM
February 18th Freshman Orientation/Course Registration Night for 8th Graders @ 6 PM
Upcoming Scholarship Deadlines
December 18th Equitable Excellence Scholarship
December 31st Illinois Electric Cooperative Memorial Scholarship Program
Link to Scholarship Spreadsheet
https://wphs.wp103.org/o/wphs/page/directorofstudentservices
JUNIOR HIGH ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Jr High girls basketball players turn in uniforms and practice jerseys into the office.
ACTIVITIES TODAY:
High School Boys Basketball JV vs United @ 6:00pm Varsity vs United @ 7:30pm @ United Tournament
WP FFA Announcements
UPCOMING EVENTS:
December 17-19 1st Semester Exams
December 22- Jan.2 - No School (Winter Break)
January 5th - No School (Teacher Institute)