MJH E-News April 27 - May 1, 2015

 

Congratulations to Grayson Constantine for placing 2nd place in the VFW Patriot's Pen essay contest.  He received a plaque, medal and a cash prize of $200.  MJH is shining bright because of great students!

 

MJH Student Council is pleased to present their newly elected officers for the 2015-2016 school year.

President - Abby Kelly

Vice President - Bailey Rodriquez

Secretary - Kristen Randolph

Treasurer - Caroline Overstreet

Public Relation - Kenzie Spreen

MJH Tennis

The boys and girls tennis teams traveled to Magnolia Tuesday for a tournament against rival Magnolia Jr. High.  both teams won decisively by a combined score of 19-1.  This victory puts both teams in FIRST PLACE in district play!  Congratulations to both teams!  Next tournament will be at  home next Tuesday vs Waller.  - Coach Jones.


MJH Golf

The wind chill was about 38 degrees with gusts of wind so strong that they blew Emily Gill off the Tee Box but your Bear and Lady Bear golfers fought through the tough conditions and won every division. 

Your Lady Bears won first place team again this week lead by the great play of McKaylie Self.

Our 7th grade Bear Purple team brought home the gold.  Leading the way for the bears was Brayden Ingebrigtsen who also won 1st place individually and Raiden Adler who placed 2nd.  The 7th grade Gold team placed 3rd.  They were led by 3rd place individual medalist Christian Franciscotty.

Our 8th grade teams won both first and second place team honors.  They were led by the great play of Cade Walker who placed 2nd individually and Terrin Anderson who placed 3rd. 

 

U.I.L Listening Skills Team

Congratulations to the award winning U.I.L Listening Skills Team.  Mrs. Kolstad would like to thank Alex Meeler, Alyssa Chavez, Anna Weldon, Ashley Patton, Kelsi Hopkins & Lauren Cotton for their participation and hard work!  An additional shout-out to Lauren Cotton for winning 2nd place!


MJH Upcoming Events

Monday, April 27-May 2, 4 & 5  BOND ELECTION EARLY VOTING  http://montgomeryisdbond.org/ 

Monday, May 4-7        MJH Cheerleader Tryouts

Tuesday, May 5           EOC for Algebra 1

Saturday, May 9          BOND ELECTION - Please vote, unless you voted early.



Monday, May 11-14    Jr Belles Tryouts

Thursday, May 14       PTO Meeting 8:45am

Thursday, May 14       PTO Teacher Appreciation Luncheon

Friday, May 22             7th Grade Awards 915am-1015am

Friday, May 29             8th Grade Awards 1:00pm

Friday, May 29             8th Grade Dance

For additional events, please check the school website.  http://schools.misd.org

 

MJH E-News April 13 - 17, 2015

MJH Tennis
The Tennis Teams traveled to Waller Wednesday to take on the Bulldogs in a District competition.  Both teams whooped up on Waller by a combined score of 139-5.  Montgomery is now tied for FIRST PLACE in District.  We next take on rival Magnolia in 2 weeks in a tournament to be held at Magnolia West High School.  Congrats from Coach Jones on a dominating performance!
 
MJH Golf
On Monday, your Bear and Lady Bear Gold golf team played in College Station.  The Lady Bears fought hard but placed just outside of the medals with 4th place team finish.
Your Bears played well and finished in a tie for 2nd.  Playing well for the Bears were Bryson Thurston, Jake Mead, Hunter Burns, Christian Franciscotty, Nick Lococo, Andrew Heber, Calan Johnson, Dylan Winders, Payne Coffee and Cooper Carlisle.
On Tuesday, Your golf team helped clean up Magnolia by sweeping the top spots in all three team division. 
Our 7th grade Bears not only won first place team honors, but also swept the top three individual medals.  Leading the way with the gold medal was Brayden Ingebrigtsen with a one under par score of 35, silver went to Raiden Adler, and the bronze medal was awarded to Jace Andrews.  Also playing well for the 7th grade team was William Cima and Jayden Massengale.
Hunter Bott lead the 8th grade team to their first place finish and place 2nd individually for the Bears.  Cade Walker, Terrin Anderson, Grant Brown and Casey Seale also played well for the Bears.
Ellie Hadley led the way for the Lady Bears first place team finish.  Ellie placed second individually with Ximena Flores a close 3rd. Also playing well for the Lady Bears was Megan Pistone, McKaylie Self and Evie Snowdy.

MJH E-News April 6 - 10, 2015

 

MJH UIL Results- Speaking & Writing

7th Impromptu Speaking Finals- 3rd place Kendal Balke

7th Poetry Finals- 2nd place Lauren Maciariello, 3rd place Sam Irving and 5th place Ezri Staels

7th Prose Finals- 1st place Alyssa Chavez and 4th place Kenton Devereaux
 

MJH Tennis

The Bears Boys and Girls Tennis Teams traveled to Magnolia Monday to compete against Bear Branch.  Both teams were victorious by winning by a score of 18-2.  Next week they travel to Waller to take on the Bulldogs.  Both teams are now 2 and 0 in District play!  Congrats on a fine performance. - Coach Jones


MJH Golf

The Bears Golf Team traveled to Brenham on Monday where they continued their success on the golf course.  Your 7th grade Bear team won 1st place honors.  they were led to victory by Braydon Ingebrigtsen who won 1st place individually with a low score of 39. 

Our 8th grade Bears also brought home the gold.  They were led by Terrin Anderson 1st place individual medalist who shot an even par 36.

Our Lady Bears also continued their success on the course taking the 1st place honors.  The Lady Bears were led by the great play of McKaylie Self who placed 3rd individually. 

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Are you or is your spouse an ExxonMobil employee? Your volunteer work at our school may qualify for ExxonMobil Volunteer Involvement Program (VIP) grants, as part of the company’s commitment to supporting organizations for which its employees and their families volunteer. The ExxonMobil Science Ambassador Program is another way you can bring STEM teaching support into our school. For information, please contact Anita L. Taylor, Community Relations Advisor, anita.l.taylor@exxonmobil.com.

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PTO NEWS

• The MJH PTO for 2015-2016 has a few vacant positions and need to be filled.  Treasurer  * Spelling Bee Chair * Fall Dance Co-Chair (2 positions) * Fundraising Sales Chair  (see below).  If you are interested in filling a VACANT position, please contact Stephanie Hood at mjhptomailbox@gmail.com or (936) 525-0819.

We are happy to announce the MJH PTO 2015-2016 Executive Board

President     Stephanie Hood

Vice President       Melinda Shearer

Secretary      Jill Lococo

Treasurer      VACANT

Fundraising (Spirit Chair) Co-Chair      Stacie McBride

Fundraising (Spirit Chair) Co Chair      Teri Dossett

Fundraising (Box Tops)      Kim Nabors

Volunteer Coordinator      Rhonda Darby

 

Committee Positions

Hospitality Co-Chair       Beth King

Hospitality Co-Chair       Laurie Lenamon

Membership      Lisa Cockroft

Copy Room Chair      Michelle Brumley

Schedule Pick-up 8th Grade      Raquel Douglas

Schedule Pick-up 7th Grade      Candace Minchew

Spelling Bee     VACANT

Veteran's Day Chair      Jennifer Archer

E-News      Susan House

Fall Dance Co-Chair      VACANT

Fall Dance Co-Chair      VACANT

8th Grade Dance Co-Chair      Marcy Perdue

8th Grade Dance Co-Chair      Heather Norris

Fundraising Sales Chair      VACANT

 

 

Copy Room - We are looking for a few volunteers to work in the copy room.  No prior experience necessary - we will train you.  We have a morning shift from 0:730-11:00 and an afternoon shift from 11:00 - 2:30 every Monday through Thursday.  Even if you can only spare a few hours each month, it would be greatly appreciated.  Contact Michelle Brumley at michellembrumley@gmail.com for more information.

Spirit Wear Fire Sale - Thursday 4/16 and Friday 4/17, PTO Volunteers will be selling MJH T-Shirts as low as $5 each and MJH Hoodies for $10, during lunches.  What a deal... don't be left out.

 
8th Grade Dance - The 8 Grade Dance is May 29th.   A planning meeting will be held on Friday, May 1st 10am. Volunteers needed: decorating, food, chaperones, clean up and selling tickets.  If you are interested in helping, attending the meeting or need more information, please contact Stacie McBride at staciemcbride@gmail.com.
 The box tops drawing for prizes was held on Thursday, 4/2.   Congratulations to the following winners:
 
$20.00 cash - Grace Darby

$10.00 McDonalds gift card - Alexander Ensey

Ice Cream from MJH:
Raiden Adler
Seth Reissig
Luis Machado
Trent Mendel
Collin Shearer

Please keep clipping those box tops to earn money for our school!   You may continue to turn them in to the front office.  All eligible submissions will be entered into the next prize drawing to be held in the fall.   Because of the efforts of MJH's awesome students and parents, over $600 was earned during this past school year.  Way to go!!


MJH Upcoming Events

Monday, April 13       Jr. Belle Mandatory Parent & Candidate Tryout Meeting 5:00pm in the MJH Gym

Thursday, April 16     Spirit Wear $5 and $10 specials

Friday, April 17          Spirit Wear $5 and $10 specials

Monday, April 20        STAAR 8th Grade Math Test

Tuesday, April 21       STAAR 7th Grade Math Test

Tuesday, April 21       STAAR 8th Grade Social Studies Test

Wednesday, April 22  STAAR 7th Grade Reading

Wednesday, April 22  STAAR 8th Grade Science

Friday, April 24          Student Council Blood Drive in honor of 8th Grade, Francisco Orduna - 9:30am-3:30pm

Monday, April 27-May 2, 4 & 5  BOND ELECTION EARLY VOTING  http://montgomeryisdbond.org/ 

Wednesday, April 29  Sport Physical Screenings -MHS 230pm-630pm.  Additional information Click Here

Monday, May 4-7        MJH Cheerleader Tryouts

Tuesday, May 5           EOC for Algebra 1

Saturday, May 9          BOND ELECTION - Please vote, unless you voted early.



Monday, May 11-14    Jr Belles Tryouts

Thursday, May 14       PTO Meeting 8:45am

Thursday, May 14       PTO Teacher Appreciation Luncheon

Friday, May 22            7th Grade Awards 915am-1015am

Friday, May 29            8th Grade Awards 1:00pm

Friday, May 29            8th Grade Dance

For additional events, please check the school website.  http://schools.misd.org


Montgomery Cotillion Legacy Members
Montgomery Cotillion is a private, non-profit social organization for Montgomery High School young ladies to enhance social skills and proper etiquette while offering our members a fun and elegant environment.  At this time, the Montgomery Cotillion board would like to extend legacies an invitation to interview for membership for the 2015-2016 school year.  A legacy is a sister, stepsister, foster child or foreign exchange student of an active Montgomery Cotillion or past member.  Interviews are being conducted in May.  Please contact us at montgomerycotillion@gmail.com by April 15, 2015 for the legacy nomination form and more information.

Order Your MJH Yearbook
MJH Yearbooks - Click on the link to order your 2014-2015 yearbook and personal ad.
http://shop.balfour.com/smi73020/catalog/category/view/s/your-yearbook/id/312623/

 
Fiesta Sports Club
Please continue to save labels from common food and beverages like Gatorade, Blue Bell Ice Cream half gallon containers, 2 liter coca cola products, Cheerios, Chips Ahoy cookies, etc. For a complete list of labels being collected, visit: http://www.fiestasupersportsclub.com/SSC_ScoreCard_Pricing_2015_v8.jpg
 

MJH E-News March 30 - April 2, 2015

 

MJH BOARD NOMINATIONS 2015-2016

The MJH PTO Nominations committee is pleased to present the following slate of Officers for the 2015-2016 year:

Executive Board

President                                              Stephanie Hood

Vice-President                                      Melinda Shearer

Secretary                                                  Jill Lococo

Treasurer                                                   VACANT

Fundraising (Spirit Wear) Co- Chair      Stacie McBride 

Fundraising (Spirit Wear) Co- Chair       Teri Dossett

Fundraising (Box Tops)                           Kim Nabors

Volunteer Coordinator                              Rhonda Darby

 

Committee Positions

Hospitality Co-Chair                       Beth King

Hospitality Co-Chair                       Laurie Lenamon

Membership                                  Lisa Cockroft

Copy Room Chair                           Michelle Brumley

Schedule Pick-up 8th Grade           Raquel Douglass

Schedule Pick-up 7th Grade           VACANT

Spelling Bee                                    VACANT

Veteran’s Day Chair                       Jennifer Archer

E-News                                           Susan House

Fall Dance Co-Chair                        Heather Norris

Fall Dance Co-Chair                        Marcy Perdue

8th Grade Dance Chair                    VACANT

Fundrasing Sales Chair                    VACANT

 

These positions will be voted on at the meeting on Thursday, April 9^th @ 8:45am in the MJH Library.  We will be taking nominations from the floor for positions.  We still are in need of a Treasurer and a few other VACANT positions.  Please contact Stephanie Hood @ 936-525-0819 or mjhptomailbox@gmail.com if you are interested or would like to nominate someone.

MJH Upcoming Events

Friday, April 3          School Holiday

Thursday, April 9     PTO Meeting 8:45am- EXECUTIVE BOARD ELECTIONS

Monday, April 13      Jr. Belle Mandatory Parent & Candidate Tryout Meeting 5:00pm in the MJH Gym

Monday, April 20      STAAR 8th Grade Math Test

Tuesday, April 21     STAAR 7th Grade Math Test

Tuesday, April 21     STAAR 8th Grade Social Studies Test

Friday, April 24        Student Council Blood Drive in honor of 8th Grade, Francisco Orduna - 9:30am-3:30pm

Wednesday, April 22  STAAR 7th Grade Reading

Wednesday, April 22  STAAR 8th Grade Science

Thursday, May 14      PTO Meeting 8:45am

Thursday, May 14      PTO Teacher Appreciation Luncheon

Friday, May 29           8th Grade Awards 1:00pm

Friday, May 29           8th Grade Dance

For additional events, please check the school website.  http://schools.misd.org

 

MHS PTO - Att: 8th Grade Parents

Get a jumpstart on your student’s high school career by joining the MHS PTO. Membership is only $5 and includes the weekly E-Blast to keep you informed.

The MHS PTO is looking for Board members and Committee Chairs for the 2015-16 school year. Contact Rhonda Darby at rdarby@consolidated.net or Lisa Allen lisaallen30@yahoo.com for more information!  MHS PTO Form

 

Order Your MJH Yearbook

MJH Yearbooks - Click on the link to order your 2014-2015 yearbook and personal ad.
http://shop.balfour.com/smi73020/catalog/category/view/s/your-yearbook/id/312623/

 

Fiesta Sports Club
Please continue to save labels from common food and beverages like Gatorade, Blue Bell Ice Cream half gallon containers, 2 liter coca cola products, Cheerios, Chips Ahoy cookies, etc. For a complete list of labels being collected, visit: http://www.fiestasupersportsclub.com/SSC_ScoreCard_Pricing_2015_v8.jpg

MJH E-News February 23-27, 2015

7th Grade Parent Volunteers
7th Grade Parent Volunteers are needed Tuesday, March 3 - Friday, March 6th to help collect and alphabetize Course Selection papers. To sign up, go to:
www.SignUpGenius.com/go/60B094FA9AF29A13-course/916274


We still need a few volunteers to help out next week with the MJH Book Fair.  If you are able to help out, sign up, go to:
www.SignUpGenius.com/go/60B094FA9AF29A13-spring2/916274


Fiesta Super Sports Club Labels
Our first label turn in is coming up! Please continue to save labels from common food and beverages like Gatorade, Blue Bell Ice Cream half gallon containers, 2 liter coca cola products, Cheerios, Chips Ahoy cookies, etc. For a complete list of labels being collected, visit: http://www.fiestasupersportsclub.com/SSC_ScoreCard_Pricing_2015_v8.jpg
MJH will be given money for each label turned in. The first turn-in is on March 21 where we will get a 50% bonus! Collection boxes are located in the front office.


MJH PTO Meeting - The next PTO Meeting will be held on Thursday, March 19th at 8:45am.  Dr. Beau Rees, MISD Superintendent, will be our guest speaker.  The discussion item will be Bond 2015.


8^th Grade Parents
Get a jumpstart on your child’s high school career by joining the MHS PTO now! Your $5 dues will keep you up to date on all of the high school happenings.
MHS PTO Board and Committee Chairs are needed for the 2015-16 school year. For more information, contact Rhonda Darby rdarby@consolidated.net or Lisa Allen lisaallen30@yahoo.com 


MJH Upcoming Events
Saturday 2/28       Band Solo/Ensemble Contest at MJH 8am-1pm
Monday 3/2 - 3/6  MJH Book Fair
Monday 3/9 - 3/13  Spring Break
Thursday 3/19        PTO Meeting 8:45am  
For additional events or information, please see the Parents Calendar at MJH Website.


Lady Bears Basketball
Last night the 7th grade Lady bear C team played the 8th grade C team to finish out their season at home. 7th grade held onto the lead until the fourth quarter, when the 8th grade C team picked up the pace and won 19-14. The 7th grade leading scorer was Alex Canada with 6 points. Lauren Wilking, Adriana Diehl, Marissa Shirley and Erika Ramirez also added points to the board. 8th grade C team high scorers were Deshayla Mallard with 6 points, and Lauren Bettencourt with 3. Kaitlin Smith was also a top performer of the evening.

The 7th grade B team took on Tomball at home last night and played another close game. At half the girls were down 14-12, but quickly took the lead in the third quarter. Tomball tied the game 16-16 in the last thirty seconds, sending the game into overtime. The Lady Bears stood their ground and controlled the court during overtime, finishing the game off with 21-16 lead. High scorers were Ella Leman and Nicole Moore.

The 7th grade A team kept the crowd on their toes as well. The girls took and early lead in the first half with a score of 10-7. The game escalated quickly in the third when the lady bears increased the lead 24-19. The girls finished out the game 30-27. High Scorers were Taylor Vidal with 10, Collette Taylor with 8, and Stefi Palomares with 8, including 4 for 4 of her free throws. The girls ended their season 4 and 2 in district.

Great job last night, and all season. Coach Weatherwax, Coach Onks, and Coach Wallace are proud of your hard work, heart, and hustle over the past 4 months.


Bears Boys Basketball
7th Grade Boys Basketball Teams traveled to Tomball last Monday night to take on the Cougars from Tomball Jr. High for their last game of the year.  The B Team came into the night undefeated in district play and playing for the district championship.  The kids came into this game read and got started fast as they took the lead early and never looked back to beat Tomball 27-16.  The Bears A Team took the court with something to prove to the Cougars and that's exactly what they did.   The Bears fell behind early and trailed for most of the game but did stopped playing hard and made a comeback from 14 points down in the 4th quarter to tie the game with 34 seconds left.  Unfortunately they lost the game 43-42 but this was one of the best games they have played all year and they should be proud to have the season they had this year.  The 7th Grade A Team finished the year with a 7-4 record.  The 7th Grade B Team finished with an 11-0 record as District Champs and won the B Team Tournament at Magnolia Jr. High this year as well.  The C Team also finished the year undefeated and District Champions at 4-0 on the year.  This was a very good year for all of you guys on the 7th grade basketball team and we are very proud of how you played and represented us as a coaching staff at MJH.  Thanks for all your hard work and all of the Great memories from Coach Suttles, Coach Vickery, Coach Dickson and Coach Payne.

The Montgomery Bears 8th Grade Basketball B Team lost to Tomball 54-38 Monday night.  Daniel Dobis led the Bears in scoring with 16  points.  Mason Claver posted 6 points.  Jacob Whitten and Zid Thompson knocked down 5 points each.  Luke Loera canned 4 points and Grand Brown accounted for 2 points.
The Montgomery Bears 8th Grade Basketball A Team lost to Tomball Monday night.  Payton Bond led the Bears in scoring with 9 points.  Robert Jiminez dialed in 8 points.  Zachary Schubert swished 3 points.  Dickey Dowling, Jack Talley, Davion Nassri, and Konnor Cooper made 2 points each.  It was a pleasure working with both teams this season.  Coach Washington, Coach Bourgeois and Coach Straughter.