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FFA WeekFebruary 24th, 2020
Nine students compete in MathCounts CompetitionFebruary 18th, 2020
On Tuesday, February 11th, nine Tri-Center Middle School students competed in the MathCounts Competition at the Boys and Girls Club in Council Bluffs. This was the Southwest Iowa Regional Competition sponsored by the Iowa Engineering Society. Representing TC were Matt Eikenberry, Grace Denning, Lilly Heim, Lincoln Thomas, Cael Corrin, Carson Hill, Braden Meyer, Maggie Burress, and Johnathan Zacharias.
Winter Dance February 29thFebruary 18th, 2020
T-C POST PROM HS WINTER DANCE
Saturday, Feb. 29 from 8-11 PM
Minden Community Club
$5.00 per person and Concessions available
Formal, semi-formal, or even nicer casual - students decide.
We just want everyone to come and have a fun night of dancing.
Jazz Bands perform well at Bauman District Jazz FestivalFebruary 18th, 2020
The Tri-Center HS and Jr. High Jazz Bands traveled to Glenwood to participate in the Dick Bauman District Jazz Festival. The high school jazz band placed 3rd, and Justice Weers was named Outstanding Soloist for class 2A. The Jr. High jazz band performed for comments only and Simeon Weers was named Outstanding Soloists for class 1A/2A. Congrats to both bands on a great performance.
Students enjoy 5th Quarter Game NightFebruary 4th, 2020
Following the Coaches vs. Cancer Suits and Sneakers Gold Out Game on Friday, January 24th, the Student Council hosted a 5th Quarter Game Night for high school students. For a free will donation to the American Cancer Society, students enjoyed snacks and games. While the students had much fun playing Werewolf and Mafia, they seemed to most enjoy the game of partner Hide-and-Seek to end the night.
TC Student Council raises over $700 through Gold Out Suits and Sneakers GameFebruary 4th, 2020
During Coaches vs. Cancer Suits And Sneakers Week, thousands of coaches wore their sneakers to raise awareness of the fight against cancer and to inspire hope. This year’s National Coaches vs. Cancer Suits and Sneakers focused on the #GoldTogether program to benefit childhood cancer research and support programs.
The Student Council teamed up with the American Cancer Society and sponsored Gold Out Suits and Sneakers Game on Friday, January 24. Both girls and boys coaches and players wore their sneakers to show support. With half-time pass-the-bucket collections, a split the pot raffle, and an online donation, the Student Council was able to donate $730 for the American Cancer Society.
Save the date: Tri-Center Scholarship Foundation, Inc. Annual Theme Luncheon is March 28thJanuary 30th, 2020
The Tri-Center Scholarship Foundation, Inc. Annual Theme Luncheon will be held March 28, 2020. The doors open at 10:00 a.m. for viewing of the decorated tables. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. Entertainment by some of the Tri-Center Music Department to follow the lunch.
Cost to attend is $10.00 each. Lunch is by reservation only. Reservations can be made by calling:
Kathy Mark - 712-485-2423
Abbie Benning - 402-312-4502
Roger Hall - 712-485-2245
Heather Turner - 712-310-3214
If anyone is interested in hosting a table for the luncheon, please contact one of the individuals above prior to February 14th, 2020.
Book fair to be held during parent-teacher conferences February 19th and 20thJanuary 30th, 2020
Tri-Center Middle School is holding its annual spring book fair during parent-teacher conferences. There are several books to choose from ranging from early elementary to adult novels. The book fair will be open Wednesday, Feb. 19th from 8 am to 8 pm and Thursday, Feb. 20th from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm. All proceeds from the book fair go toward buying books for classrooms and both libraries. Thank you in advance for your support and for helping our kids continue their love of reading.
ASTRA selling Valentine's carnations until February 13thJanuary 30th, 2020
ASTRA will be selling Valentine's Day carnations January 21 to February 13. We will deliver them on February 14. If interested , flowers can be purchased for $1.50 each from any ASTRA member or by contacting Mrs. Lilley at mlilley@tctrojans.org.
Band updates; Bluffs Jazz Festival is March 7th, TC Winter Concert is March 12thJanuary 30th, 2020
*Tri-Center Band Information:*
Bluffs Jazz Festival has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 7th. More information will be coming soon.
The Tri-Center Band's Winter Concert has been moved from Thursday, March 5th to Thursday, March 12th.
District Large Group Speech results; State competition is February 8thJanuary 30th, 2020
Tri-Center traveled to Fremont-Mills on January 25th for District Large Group Speech. Earning Division 2 ratings were Emily Murley and Rian Dau (Group Improvisation), Rachel Morris and Jacob Schuett (Group Improvisation), and Emily Murley, Miranda Oberdorfer and Rian Dau (Musical Theatre)!
Earning Division 1 ratings and moving on to the State contest at Waukee on February 8th are Sarah Stowe and Annie Dahir (Group Improvisation), Sarah Stowe, Tori Dollen and Alyssa Ubben (Musical Theatre), and Brock Gross and Tucker Erwin (Short FIlm)! Congratulations to all our Group Speech team!
State Large Group Speech will take place at Waukee High School on Saturday, February 8th, 2020.
Jazz Band performance at LC February 1stJanuary 20th, 2020
On Saturday, February 1st, the Tri-Center HS Jazz Band will travel to Lewis Central Middle School to participate in the IHSMA State Jazz Band Festival. The band performs at 10:10am and would love to have a lot of Trojan fans in the audience!
Coaches vs. Cancer Gold Out January 24th; online fundraiser linkJanuary 20th, 2020
The TC High School Student Council is teaming up with the American Cancer Society. This year’s National Coaches vs. Cancer Suits and Sneakers program’s focus area is the #GoldTogether program to benefit childhood cancer research and support programs. This Friday, January 24, the basketball game against I-K-M Manning is a Gold Out Suits and Sneakers Game.
The Student Council will recognize cancer survivors and do a half-time pass-the-bucket collection and other fundraising elements during the night. Fans may also donate online before or after the game at https://pledgeit.org/cvc20-tri-center-high-school-ia. Join the Trojans and the American Cancer Society to help fight cancer!
Preschool Screening/Child Find is March 13thJanuary 15th, 2020
Tri-Center will be having Preschool Screening/Child Find on Friday, March 13, 2020. If you have a child who is planning on attending Preschool in the fall of 2020, please call the Elementary office at 712-485-2271 to make an appointment. This would be for children who are three to five years old and live in the Tri-Center Community School District.
Upcoming Jazz Band PerformancesJanuary 15th, 2020
Tri-Center HS Jazz Band Performances:
On Saturday, January 18th, the Tri-Center HS Jazz Band will travel to Abraham Lincoln HS in Council Bluffs to participate in the Bluffs Jazz Festival. This is our first competition of the year, and we are excited to get the season started. Our performance is at 11:20am and we would love to see you there supporting your TC Trojan Jazz Band!
We will also participate in the WIC Jazz Festival on Wednesday, January 22nd at IKM HS in Manning, IA. Our performance is at 9:20am! We hope to see you there!
Middle School Dance January 11thJanuary 6th, 2020
T-C Post Prom is hosting a Middle School Winter Dance Saturday, January 11th from 7-10 PM at the Minden Community Club. The dance is for students in grades 5-8. Cost is $5 per person. Concessions will be available.
TC students participate in Elk's Hoop Shoot; Harders advance to next roundJanuary 6th, 2020
Congratulations to the following students who represented Tri-Center in the annual Elk's Hoop Shoot competition on December 7th in Council Bluffs. Tri-Center students ages 8-12 participated in a free throw contest in PE class. The 8-9 year old division shoots from a special foul line 4 foot in front of the regulation line.
The students who made the most free throws out of 25 attempts advanced to the second round of shooting at Wilson Junior High in Council Bluffs.
Representing the 8-9 year olds were Haley Harder and Kaden Sonderland
Representing the 10-11 year olds were Caitlin Greiner and A.J. Harder.
Haley and A.J. won their division in Council Bluffs and will move on to the next round of shooting.