Weekly Scullen Scoop

12.16:

• Scullen Spelling Bee - 3:05-5:30pm
• Basketbell Tournament - Round 1

1. 8AA - Scullen advanced to Round 2
2. 8A - Scullen vs. Granger @ Home - 5:00pm
3. 7AA - Scullen vs. Still @ Still - 5:00pm
4. 7A - Scullen advanced to Round 2

12.17:

• Science Olympiad - 3:15-5:15pm
• Variety Show Informational Meeting - 3:05-3:30pm

12.18:

• Homework Club - 3:05-4:00pm
• STEM Club (7th/8th Grade) - FINAL - 3:15-4:30pm
• Basketball Tournament - Round 2

1. 8AA - Scullen vs. TBD @ Home - 5:00pm
2. 8A - TBD
3. 7AA - TBD
4. 7A - Scullen vs. TBD @ Home - 4:00pm

12.19:

• Basketball Championship - TBD

Calling all musicians, singers, and entertainers! The annual Scullen's Got Talent Variety Show wants to showcase your talents. We are looking for performance acts as well as hosts for the show. Students may join us for an informational meeting on Tuesday, December 17th from 3:05-3:30pm. Join the Google Classroom with code 73cjpf5 for more info. Email jessica_block@ipsd.org, tara_stasiewicz@ipsd.org or nicole_zaccaria@ipsd.org with any questions.

Dear Parents,

We would like to take this opportunity to remind you of the district practices that are in place to maximize the health of our students and staff.

1. If your child is running a fever of one hundred (100) degrees or greater (or 37.8 degrees Celsius or higher), please keep your child at home until the temperature has been less than one hundred (100) degrees (37.8 C) for twenty-four (24) hours, without the use of fever-reducing medications.

2. If your child is experiencing vomiting or diarrhea, please keep your child at home until these concerns have been resolved for twenty-four (24) hours, and your child is tolerating food.

3. If your child has been prescribed medication for an illness, please keep your child home until it has been over 24 hours since the medication has been started.

4. Colds and respiratory viruses are common during the school year. If your child is coughing continuously or has green-colored nasal secretions, you may wish to consult with your medical provider and follow his/her directions.

5. If your child is diagnosed with a contagious illness such as Covid 19, strep throat, measles, chicken pox, or pertussis, please notify the school as soon as possible.

6. As a reminder, frequent hand washing with soap and water is the primary way to prevent the spread of illness.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us to promote a healthy, happy school environment!

Another week to celebrate the upcoming winter vacation with spirit days and the spirit of giving! Let’s raise the spirits of those less fortunate than ourselves. The Grace Giving Joy Food Pantry has given a list of items that they need. Please consider donating one or more of these items. You can bring them in on ANY day, not just the day it is posted on. Donations can be brought to the bins in the LMC. If Scullen Middle School can donate a minimum of 600 items, then we will have a celebration on Friday, December 20 decided by the teams. Let’s rise to the challenge!

Each day of giving will be paired with a Spirit Day theme. The calendar is posted below! Show your excitement for the upcoming break by participating and giving!

Intramural basketball will be open to all girls in 6th, 7th & 8th Grade. Please join the Google Classroom with code mwqyu5c for the schedule, forms and further information. Please REGISTER HERE and contact Coach nat_osmani@ipsd.org with any questions.

Attention 7th & 8th Grade girls interested in playing Basketball for Scullen...tryouts will be held on January 14th and 15th from 3:00-5:00pm. In order to tryout, a player must have a current physical on file with the school nurse and a completed sports registration form:

8th Grade - Google Classroom code efhdwvn - Coaches brian_poss@ipsd.org and shawna_bush@ipsd.org

7th Grade - Google Classroom code d4b3wnx - Coaches nat_osmani@ipsd.org and marcus_fredericks@ipsd.org

HIGH SCHOOL 101: Tuesday, January 7 OR Thursday, January 9, 2025
​6:00pm | Enter Door #7 << Click to see a map

At High School 101, students and families will get to:

• ​Hear an introduction to Neuqua Valley High School
• Learn more about choosing a balanced selection of classes
• See how our College-Prep curriculum helps prepare students for college and life after graduation

8th GRADE OPEN HOUSE: Wednesday, January 15, 2025
6:00pm | Enter Door #1 (Under the belltower, by the flagpole)

At Open House, students and families will get to:

• Hear more about the Course Selection Process
• Speak to teachers and Department Chairs to learn more about specific classes;
• Sign-up to receive information about specific Clubs and Student Activities;
• Visit with Fall, Winter and Spring Athletic Coaches;
• Join the WILDCAT CLUB;
• Purchase Wildcat Wear from our Boosters.

Greetings Warrior Class of 2029,

Waubonsie Valley High School will soon begin the process of registering students for next year's classes. We like to kick this process off by welcoming our incoming freshmen with an open house.

On Jan 15th, 2025, WVHS will host our 8th Grade Open House event. This Open House is an opportunity for all current 8th grade students to learn about the classes and high school life that Waubonsie has to offer. This event will begin at 6:30PM in the WVHS gymnasium.

Attendees will hear from our principal, Mr. Jason Stipp, meet Department Chairs, meet their ‘Class House’ and then cycle through informative breakout sessions designed to prepare you and answer all questions for the transition to high school.

Please attend this important event. This is a busy night with a lot of traffic. Please give yourself plenty of time to navigate a full parking lot, find parking and then make your way to the gymnasium.

See you on the 15th, WARRIOR!

ITEM DROP OFF:

We understand that on occasion, students may forget an item needed during their school day. There will be a drop off cart outside of Door 1 where parents/guardians may leave an item for their student. When time allows, these items will be brought inside to a designated Student Pick Up Table located inside at door 1. Students will have the opportunity during passing periods to come down and check for their items.

Please understand that classes cannot be interrupted to notify or deliver dropped off items. *School is not responsible for items left in the drop off areas.

EARLY DISMISSALS:

Need to pick up your student for a mid-day appointment or leave a little early? To help you and your student get on your way, quick and easy, please follow the procedure below!

Too late to send a note? No worries and no need to call, we will assist you once you arrive at school.

1. Send a note with your student, have them bring it to the office upon arrival, include:

• Student Name
• Time of Pick Up
• Reason for Dismissal
• Parent Signature

2. Students will be provided with a pass to leave class at the scheduled time.

3. Come to Door 1 and ring the bell. Photo ID will be required for all student pick ups.

*Please note the following:

• Early Dismissal requests will not be taken through ParentVue or the attendance line.
• Early Dismissals will not be possible after 2:45pm. Please plan accordingly.

REPORTING ABSENCES/LATE ARRIVALS:

Absences can only be reported through ParentVue or the attendance line at (630) 428-7002. Teachers are unable to record excused absences.

SCHOOL/BUILDING HOURS:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - Doors open at 7:40am - School begins at 8:00am

Wednesday - Doors open at 8:00am (Buses adjusted 20 minutes) - School begins at 8:20am

Please review this year's Bell Schedules!

The deadline to order your 2024-2025 Scullen yearbook is approaching! Deadline is 1/31/25. Click HERE to order or check to see if you already have an order placed! Use Scullen Order# 8011 to log in.

The next generation of Wildcats are invited to our Prospect Skate on December 23 at 5:30pm. This is open to current Neuqua students as well as 7th and 8th grade students. Join us for a scrimmage, pizza, and our charity game with the Chicago Storm Special Hockey Team. Registration is now open at neuquahockey.org.

*Please note, a USA Hockey number and equipment are required to participate in this skate.

Basketball:

On Monday, the Shark Tank packed the house with great energy as the 8AA Sharks hosted the Washington Wildcats. It was a wild game from the start. Both teams were neck in neck as the Shark Attack got the lead for the boys at halftime with a clutch last second shot by Aayan. The pace of the game was controlled by none other than the captain TJ as he navigated through the Wildcat press with poetic ease. Justin H. brought the defense to another level as he picked apart the Wildcat offense. It came down to the wire as the boys were within striking distance, but they ultimately came up short 49-51 in a heartbreaking loss. The boys are back in action on Wednesday as they travel to Eagle territory to go against Kennedy.

The 8A team hosted the Madison Warhawks in a battle to the end! After quarter one, the game was tied, 6-6. A cold second quarter by the Sharks ended with a half time score of 6-12. Big defensive plays by each player allowed the Sharks to outscore the Warhawks in the second half 15-13. The Sharks played their best opponent of the year and pushed the undefeated Warhawks to their limits coming up short in the final seconds 21-25. The Sharks were led by Aryan J. and Devin S. with 9 and 6 points, respectively.

The 7A team beat Washington, 36-21. Sahl T. led the team with 11 points, Bodhin P. (10), Lucas L. (7), and Savir S. (5) also scored for the Sharks.

The 7AA team also won, beating Washington 31-29. Noah S. led the team with 13 points; Mika J. added 10. Jackson N., Aahil A. and Jacian M.. also scored for the team.

On Wednesday, the finale to the season, the Crone Panthers came to the Shark Tank to square off against your 8AA boys. The boys were determined to secure the second seed for the tournament and they jumped out to a commanding 13-2 lead in the first quarter and never looked back. The balanced attack from the swarm allowed the team to secure their final victory as they improved their record to 10-1 for the season. Strong drives by Jaedyn and Noah at the end helped secure the victory. The dynamic duo of TJ and Justin propelled the Sharks on the offensive end. Stay tuned for the tournament schedule this week as your boys go for the championship this year!

The 6 and 3, 8A Sharks traveled to Kennedy Jr. High to take on the Eagles. Your Sharks found themselves in another nail-biter in the final seconds of the game. Down four points with less than a minute to go, Finn H. drove to the basket, made the shot and drew a foul closing the gap to 24-26. However, Kennedy would keep the lead and the Sharks would change their record to 6-4. Aryan J. led the Sharks with 15 points along with Finn H., Abraham D., and Kabir B. scoring points for the Sharks. Our final game is home against the Crone Panthers. The Sharks are looking to end the regular season on a high note moving into the post season tournament.

The 7A team beat Crone, 28-24. Sahl T. led the team with 10 points. Lucas L. added 7 while Savir S. added 6 for the Sharks. Aarush J. & Vihaan J. also scored.

The 7AA team ended the regular season with a loss to Crone. Mika J., Myles H., Noah S., Ethan S., and Jacian M. scored for the Sharks.

Wrestling:

At the meet versus Granger last Tuesday, we had several match winners, please congratulate them! They are Drin B., Jackson L., Larry P., Trey M., Josh D. and Arbaaz K.

The season's conference tournament took place on Saturday and the Sharks had several place winners! Congratulations to the following wrestlers: Jayden K. - 2nd Place, Aarbaz K. - 4th Place, Tyler P. - 3rd Place and Josh D. - 4th Place.

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