NORTH NEWS April 29, 2024
Where Tradition began, Excellence continues.
Shawnee Mission North High School
Office Hours 7AM - 3:30PM
913-993-6900
Attendance Hotline (24 hours)
913-993-6945
Website: https://smnorth.smsd.org/
Location: 7401 Johnson Drive, Overland Park, KS, USA
Phone: 913-993-6900
Twitter: @SM_NORTH_HS
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Message from Principal David Ewers
North Community,
We are in the heart of the busy season here at SMN! Last week had a multitude of great events, highlighted by our inaugural North Fest and an outstanding prom at the Uptown Theatre. This week is another busy week, with the Charity Picnic, several concerts and competitions, and the 72nd Annual Shawnee Mission North Relays! We are also running a unique schedule this week, with a modified T Day on Friday. We are running this schedule to hopefully alleviate some pressure on personnel and parking as we start the Relays at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. Thank you so much for your support! We have four weeks and final exams left! We can do it!
Student and Staff of the Week
Student of the Week
Our Student of the Week this week is D’Myzio Allen! This week D’Myzio orchestrated our first ever North Fest event!
Congratulations!
Staff of the Week
Our Staff Members of the Week are David Langton, Karla Herrera-Medrano, and Kirsten Colston! These outstanding individuals do a wonderful job week in and week out in our SLC!!
NEW INFORMATION
Kansas Boys State Application
There are still openings for students to attend The American Legion Boys State of Kansas. Students may submit applications to participate in Boys State June 2-8 at Kansas State University.
Below is a video with important information regarding the program and should answer any last minute questions you have about the program.
Use the link below to apply.
Previously released information, but still important to know
Yearbooks
Yearbook distribution is set for the seniors last day, May 17 – don’t be left out. Purchase your book now.
Only 70 books remain, and they will be sold on a first-come first-served basis. Once they are gone, there are no more.
To get yours, go to www.yearbookforever.com or see the bookkeeper in the office.
ACT scores are in!
Student score reports have been delivered to SM North for the February 27th free junior ACT test. Students can pick up their individual report from the front office during passing periods, lunch or before/after school.
After School Tutoring
After school tutoring will be on Monday and Wednesday.
This will be in the Learning Commons from 3:00pm-4:20pm on Monday’s and Wednesday’s. Content teachers will be available to assist students with homework or reviewing course material. FREE meals can be picked up in the cafeteria between 2:50 and 3:00 if they are staying for tutoring. Students can ride a FREE bus home at 4:30pm with a pass from a teacher.
Student Parking Reminder
Just a reminder that students need to park in the West or East Lot. There is NO student parking in the circle drive
Attendance Reminders from the Attendance Office
- Only guardians may report their student's attendance.
- Whether a student is coming in late, leaving early, leaving and coming back during a school day, or out for a full day, it is considered an absence.
- Our Administration asks for your assistance in helping with these procedures.
- If attendance is reported on Attendance line 913-993-6945, please make sure to leave student name, the reason, your name, also leave time student is arriving or leaving.
- Students and teachers will receive an email to leave class at the appropriate time.
- If student's do not have an email pass to leave class, the student will need to come to the Attendance office and we will call a parent or guardian.
- We understand last minute appointments or last-minute checkouts may be unavoidable. If this happens, please come directly to the Attendance office and we will get your student.
- Guardians may submit attendance in advance at 913-993-6945. Attendance line is answered 24/7. If you know there will be an appointment or other obligation in advance, you may always submit ahead of time and attendance will be recorded.
- Unreported absences will be recorded as unexcused, and you will receive an automated phone call at the end of the day.
- Please report attendance within 48 hours or we will require doctor documentation to excuse the absence per district guidelines.
- We will only release students to individuals listed in Skyward by the students' guardian. Please be sure you check your emergency contact list and put all potential individuals who may need to pick up in your absence and delete individuals that you do not want to pick up your student.
School Pictures
Students and Parents – it’s not too late to order school photos from this year’s picture day.
If your student is in grade 9-11, use this link to purchase their portrait photos. https://bit.ly/2ndSMN23
If your student is a senior, use this link to purchase their portrait photos. https://bit.ly/Senphoto
If you have any questions, please contact Rolland Studios here: https://www.rollandkc.com/contact
Staff Member of the Week
SMN Booster Club/PTSA
The SMN All-Activities Booster Club will be hosting the concessions/grill at The North Relays on Friday, May 3, 2024. The North Relays is the LARGEST school run track meet in the state of Kansas. We are expecting nearly 60 teams!
Volunteers are needed from Noon-10pm and we need lots of help to make this happen!! Parents, Students, & Alumni are are all encouraged to sign up!!
Click on the sign-up link below for specific information...
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4EAFA62FABF58-48990155-2024
SMN SPIRIT WEAR SALE!!
Limited Inventory SMN Spirit Wear Items have been reduced up to 50% off - ONLINE ONLY!!
Shop NOW for best selection!
Purchase SMN Spirit Wear 24/7 at our online store (click on the link or use the QR code below)
Home | Shawnee Mission North Booster Club
Join PTSA and the Booster Club
The Parent/Teacher/Student Association (PTSA) and the All-School Booster Club are great ways for parents and guardians to get involved with our school!
Join PTSA by clicking on this link!
Join Booster Club by clicking on this link!
All proceeds raised by both organizations directly benefit SMN students!
Paraprofessional and Food Service positions are available
If you are interested in food services positions in the SMSD, please see the image below.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
STUCO NEWS
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Charity Picnic
The Charity Picnic will be held on April 30th! There will be carnival games, concessions and more! Tickets (2 for $1) will be available to be purchased during lunch April 23-30th as well as at the event. All proceeds will be donated to Children's Mercy Hospital!
News from Student Services
23-24 College Rep Visits - Sign up
Juniors and seniors may sign up for the college admission rep visits. These visits are held during school hours. (Check weekly for updated college lists, dates, and times).
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfn5kJr2FlCpNzF_Tu328IhA10mKWlhiAcnrZz2IOF4xD70wA/viewform
Need a summer job?
The city of Overland Park is hiring lifeguards for the summer. Must be 15 years old by May 1, 2024.,
Apply now at opkansas.org
Worlds of Fun seasonal hiring
Please see flyers below for additional information.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Bison Athletics and Activities
Shawnee Mission North Athletics
Bison Baseball dropped 3 games in a rough week. In game 1, the Bison lost to Lawrence High 11-1. Haiden Peterson, Cale Fossett, Cash Messenger, and Jack Taylor all had a hit each, with Chris Moreno getting the lone rbi. In Game 2 the Bison lost late to Shawnee Mission South. The Bison were up 1-0 early but failed to hang on, due to a costly error in the 5th. Shawnee mission South would add one more run in the 6th, as the Bison struggled to get anything going offensively. Pitching was strong between Peterson and Cale Fossett, as neither gave up an earned run. In game 3, the Olathe West Owls took advantage of plentiful walks beating the Bison 11-3. The Bison out hit the Owls, but pitching struggled prevailed late. Olathe West jumped to a 5-0 lead in the top of the first, with the Bison responding with 2 of their own. The Owls would then put the final blow in the 5th inning, with 7 straight base runners getting on, scoring 6. The Bison bats were hot, but the owls would get key outs at the right times. The Bison are back in action Tuesday versus Olathe East, then will be celebrating 50 years of Shawnee Mission baseball vs Shawnee Mission West, both games being at 3 & 2.
The Boys Varsity Tennis Team was back in action on Wednesday for Sunflower League, which included 13 other teams. In the singles bracket Senior and Captain Porter Lee shined as he placed 9th out of 28 competitors. He started the day winning his first match 8-3 against Olathe North. In the round of 16 he fell to Lawrence Free State 8-4 but in typical Bison fashion bounced back winning his next match 8-4 against Olathe East. He continued his success beating Shawnee Mission South 8-2. In his final match of the day he secured 9th place by beating Lawrence High School 8-2. Sophomore and Captain Cohen Woller also had a strong showing taking 18th place out of 28 competitors. After dropping his first match in a tiebreaker to the 11 seed, he made quick work on the back draw winning his next match 8-0 against Olathe North. In his third match of the day he showed resilience being down 4-1 but not giving up, he climbed his way back into the match beating Olathe South 8-7(6). In his fourth match of the day he beat Olathe West 8-2. In his final match of the day he fell to Shawnee Mission Northwest 8-5 in a strong showing. In doubles Oliver Goering and Sammy Shriver dropped their first match to the 8 seed Olathe South 8-6 in a back and forth match. They eventually dropped their next match to Shawnee Mission Northwest in the backdraw. The team of Seth Heying and Grant Nichols dropped their first match 8-3 against Olathe South and in their second match of the day fought hard but eventually dropped the match 8-7(5) against Mill Valley. The Boys Team will be back in action on 4/29/24 against Piper High School in their final home match of the season. Senior ceremony will begin at 3pm.
SM North Athletics is looking forward to hosting a multitude of athletic camps this summer. Please check out our website to select camps you're interested in your student attending.
Varsity Baseball Coach
Rusty Jones
Twitter: @SMN_Baseball
Varsity Girls Softball Coach
Julie True coachtrue22@gmail.com
Twitter: @SMNorthSoftball
Varsity Tennis Coach
Steven Acala
Twitter: @SMNtennnis
Varsity Golf Coach
Walter Mansfield
Twitter: @SMNboysgolf
Varsity Track and Field Coach
Mike Pope
Twitter: @SMNTrack
Varsity Girls Swim and Dive Coach
Kailey Morash
Twitter: @SMNGirlsSwim
Varsity Girls Soccer Coach
Sarah Wallace
Twitter: @smngirlssoccer