Morenci Area Schools

Homecoming King and Queen Spotlight! Meet the fantastic nominees Rowan Shaffer and Tyler Sanders Rowan describes herself as creative, candid, and lovely. After high school, she plans to pursue a degree in digital marketing. Rowan is the daughter of Brian Shaffer and Ms. McDowell. Tyler describes himself as goofy, well-spoken, and friendly. Upon graduation, he plans to join the Armed Forces. Tyler is the son of Troy Sanders and Tonya Pontious

Friday: Maroon & White Day and Upcycle Gear 🔴⚪ It's Maroon & White Day! Show your school spirit. Middle/High School, time to get creative with Upcycle Gear! Use old Morenci gear or thrift store finds to create an epic look for Winter Homecoming. Prizes await the most creative outfits! 🏆 Don't miss out on the fun!

Homecoming King and Queen Spotlight! 👑 Meet the fantastic nominees Claire Gibbs and Landon Hobbs Claire describes herself as thoughtful, funny and creative. She intends to become a veterinary technician after she graduates. Claire is the daughter of Mark and Jennifer Gibbs. Landon describes himself as honest, dependable and analytical. His future plans include working at the Adrian Water Treatment Plant. Landon is the son of Brian Hobbs and Kristie Thompson

Thursday: Hawaiian/Beach Day & BBQ Dad/Soccer Mom 🌺 Elementary, get your Hawaiian gear on for Hawaiian/Beach Day! Middle/High School, are you a BBQ Dad or a Soccer Mom today? Let's see those outfits! ⚽🍔

Homecoming King and Queen Spotlight! 👑 Meet the fantastic nominees: Kiana Castillo & Shamus Alcock Kiana describes herself as athletic, intelligent and sarcastic. After graduation, she plans to attend Ferris State University and earn a degree in dental hygiene. Kiana is the daughter of Joe and Kristy Castillo. Shamus describes himself as outgoing, caring, and committed. He is the son of Mary Alcock and Donnie and Kendra Alcock.

WEDNESDAY SPIRIT DAY 🤪 Get ready for Wacky Wednesday, Elementary! Anything goes! Middle/High School, it's Color Wars time: 6th: 🟠 Orange 7th: 🔴 Red 8th: 💛 Yellow 9th: 🟣 Purple 10th: 💖 Pink 11th: 💚 Green 12th: 🔵 Blue

🌟 Meet Our Sophomore Class Reps! 🌟 Let's shine the spotlight on our outstanding sophomore class representatives, Lauryn Dominique and Blake Moran! 🎉 Lauryn describes herself as loyal, dependable, and organized. Lauryn is the daughter of Trevor and Stephanie Dominique. Blake describes himself as outgoing, caring, and positive. He is the son of Brad and Jessi Moran. Let's make this Homecoming Week one for the books! 📚✨ #morencibulldogs

🎉 Homecoming Week Spotlight 🎉 Let's give a warm welcome to our fabulous freshman class representatives, Jaelyn Thompson and Skyler Trent! 🌟 Our freshmen class representatives are Jaelyn Thompson and Skyler Trent. Jaelyn describes herself as respectful, caring and thoughtful. She is the daughter of Jason and Angela Thompson. Skyler describes himself as fun, hardworking, and funny. He is the son of Selena Randolph and the late Steven Queen. 🌟 Homecoming Extravaganza Update! 🌟 Get ready for a week packed with excitement! 🎉 Don't miss out on these fantastic activities: 🩸 Tuesday: Blood Drive & Heman Volleyball - NHS is hosting a Blood Drive in the HS gym from 9-2 p.m. Sign up now to save lives! - Heman Volleyball: Join the fun from 6-8 p.m. in the HS gym. It's a blast you won't want to miss! 📣 Friday: Homecoming Pep Assembly & Basketball Madness - Pep Assembly: Let's ignite the school spirit from 2-3 p.m. Gear up for a spirited celebration! - JV Basketball: Tip-off at 5:30 p.m. against Britton Deerfield. Get ready for an intense match! - Varsity Basketball: The action continues after JV, with the crowning of the king and queen at halftime. 💃🕺 Saturday: Winterfest Dance for 9-12 Graders - Winterfest: Dance the night away from 8-10 p.m. It's an unforgettable night of music, friends, and fun. Don't miss the Winterfest magic! 🗓️ Mark your calendars, stay energized, and let's make this Homecoming Week one for the books! 📚✨ #morencibulldogs

TUESDAY SPIRIT DAY: 🌈 It's Class Color Day tomorrow! Elementary students, rock your colors: - DK & K: 🔴 Red - 1st: 🔵 Blue - 2nd: 💚 Green - 3rd: ⚪ White - 4th: 💛 Yellow - 5th: ⚫ Black - Other: 🟤 Brown Middle/High School, you have a choice: Country Club or Country vibes! Let's see your style! 🤠🌾

🏐 Join us for a night of He-Man Volleyball in the high school gym tomorrow! 🌟 Freshmen & seniors kick off at 6:00 PM, followed by sophomores & juniors at 6:30 PM. Don't miss the consolation game at 7:00 PM and gear up for the championship round at 7:30 PM! 🏆 Come cheer on our talented students and let's have a blast together! 🎉 #morencibulldogs

🎉 Get ready for Homecoming Spirit Week! 🎉 Join us in the festivities and let's make this Homecoming Spirit Week unforgettable! 🙌💙

Clay creations are in full swing! 🌳 Our fifth graders immersed themselves in the world of Irish ceramics artist John French, crafting their version of the 'Tree of Peace.' Witness the magic as each student's ceramic tree comes to life, adorned with unique and heartfelt ceramic ornaments. 🎨✨ #morencibulldogs

🎨 Our GSRP class at Morenci is the perfect place for your little one to unleash their creativity! 🚀 In our free-choice environment, 4-year-olds get to explore and have a blast while learning. 📚✨ Looking for a fantastic preschool experience? Choose Morenci's FREE GSRP program! 🏫 We're passionate about nurturing young minds and providing a space for boundless imagination. 👶🏽 Your child deserves the best, and we're here to make their early learning journey memorable. Join us at Morenci's GSRP preschool - where every day is an adventure! Ready to enroll or have questions? Feel free to reach out to the elementary office. We can't wait to welcome your little one to our creative community!

Exploring the enchanting world of Jan Brett's stories in 1st grade! 📚✏️ Our little artists are decoding illustration clues and unleashing their creativity with a fascinating fox study. 🦊🎨 #morencibulldogs

Exploring cellular magic with gummy bears! 🧪💦 Witnessing osmosis in action as biology students measure mass changes – water in, water out! 🌊🐻 #morencibulldogs

Mrs. P from MSU Extension is joining Mrs. Sandusky's 2nd grade class for the next six weeks to dive into the world of food and nutrition. 🍏🍇 last week, they explored different types of food and had a blast with a sorting game. Learning made fun!

🎉✨ Staff Spotlight: Matt Phillips - January Staff of the Month ✨🎉 Join us in celebrating the incredible achievements of our High School Social Studies Teacher, Matt Phillips! 🏆👨‍🏫 Matt's dedication and passion for education make him a standout teacher in our school district. 📚💡 His strategic and purposeful approach to teaching, along with regular reflection on student outcomes, sets him apart. Not only does Matt excel in the classroom, but he also builds strong connections with his students. 🤝 His commitment to fostering positive relationships contributes to a supportive learning environment. Let's congratulate Matt on being named January Staff of the Month! 🎊👏 Your hard work and positive impact are truly appreciated! 🙌🍎 #morencibulldogs

Hello Morenci! 🌟 It's that life-saving time of year again! 🩸 The National Honor Society is hosting our winter blood drive on January 23rd. ❤️ Please support our students and community by donating. Each successful donation benefits an average of 3 people! 💪 👉 Sign up now and be a hero: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time Let's make a difference together! 🙌 #morencibulldogs

📢 SAVE THE DATE! Morenci Athletic Boosters Cash Bash 🎉 Join us for an unforgettable night of fun and excitement at the Morenci Eagles Aerie 1297 on February 24, 2024, starting at 5:00 p.m. 🗓️ 🎟️ Tickets: $75 each. Each ticket admits two people and includes dinner and entry into the raffle. 🚪 Doors open: 5:00 p.m. 🍽️ Dinner: 6:00 p.m. 🏆 Prizes:$2000, $500, $300 💸 🎟️ Limited Tickets! Get yours at all JV/V home games or contact: Kristy Betzat 517-920-1044 or Jennifer Gould at 517-401-0640. Don't miss out on this fantastic event supporting Morenci Athletics! Let's make it a night to remember! 🎊 #MorenciBoosters #CashBash2024 #SupportLocalSports

🎓 Attention Seniors! 🎓 🗓 Save the Date: Wednesday, January 17 at 6:00 p.m. 📍 High School Computer Lab (Enter through the Middle School Activities Entrance) Join us for a presentation on FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) presented by Andrew Spohn from Jackson College. 🎓✨ This is your chance to get personalized, one-on-one assistance in completing your FAFSA! Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to pave the way for your future education. 🌟 #morencibulldogs