**UPDATE*** Due to unforeseen circumstances tonight's Holiday Band Concert has been cancelled.
The Morenci MS/HS band will perform their Winter Concert tomorrow evening at 7 p.m. in the high school gymnasium. Come out and support the band program.
Can't make the concert in person, watch it live on the NFHS network for FREE. Click on the QR code on the graphic.
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/morenci-area-high-school-mi/evt5a15bf13b6

Morenci Area Schools is looking for a school nurse to join our team! Click here to learn more about the position and other open positions in the district: https://www.morencibulldogs.org/page/employment-opportunities

Reminder: Tomorrow is a half day of school. Students will be dismissed at noon and will eat lunch before they leave.

Please join Morenci Area Schools Superintendent, Mrs. Ellis, for coffee and donuts on Wednesday, November 30th from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Stair District Libraryโs Annex Room. This is a great opportunity to meet Mrs. Ellis, share your input and learn more about what is happening at Morenci Area Schools.

Morenci Area Schools has a full-time paraprofessional position available for the 2022-2023 school year. Applicants must work well with all children and be able to multitask in a fast pace setting. The paraprofessional will support students as well as assist with library operations. Library experience preferred. Hourly wage $12.48.
Check our website for complete listing of open positions: https://www.morencibulldogs.org/page/employment-opportunities

Picture retakes Pictures retakes for all students are scheduled for Thursday, November 17th. Any students who need to have their picture taken for the first time or would like retakes should come prepared that morning to have their picture taken. If you are having retakes, please bring the original picture package with you. If you are having them taken for the first time, please go to www.hrimaging.com and order your package.
If you have any questions, please contact the elementary or middle/high school office.
It's not too late to sign your child up for the SMILES on Wheels that will be here on November 15, 16, 18 and 21st . Smiles on Wheels offers childrenโs dental hygiene services at no cost to you! If your child needs their teeth cleaned, you can pick up a form in the office or by clicking here https://5il.co/1kq6m. Itโs that easy . . . No taking time off work, no taking kids out of school. If you have any questions contact the office.

Morenci Area School are looking for qualified candidates to fulfill several coaching positions. Check our website for complete listing and description:
https://www.morencibulldogs.org/page/employment-opportunities

At the November school board meeting Eileen Moore was recognized for her dedication, passion, and hard work at Morenci Area Schools. Congratulations Eileen !


The Morenci girls' basketball team will be hosting a Lady Dawg Basketball Clinic for girls in 3rd-6th grade. Girls will work with our varsity basketball players to develop individual and team skills. The first practice is this coming Saturday, November 12th from 8-9:30 a.m. in the high school gym. Parents can drop kids off at the athletic trainer door and pick them up in the high school gym. You may pay at the door or turn into the school office by Friday.
If you have any questions, please contact Coach Joughin at ajoughin@morencibulldogs.org.

Morenci Area Schools has an opening for a part-time School Nurse. Please check our website for complete job description: https://www.morencibulldogs.org/page/employment-opportunities

The Morenci Board of Education will meet for a regular meeting on Monday, November 7th at 7:00 p.m. in the Middle School Library. Click here for the meeting agenda: https://5il.co/1k8xb

Due to the conditioned dense fog and hazardous driving conditions Morenci Area Schools will be closed today, Thursday, November 3, 2022
Morenci Area Schools is on a 2 hour delay Thursday, November 3, 2022 due to fog resulting in hazardous driving conditions. There will be no AM Tech Center.
Morenci Area Schools will be delayed 2 hours today October 31st.
Please join us for a brief presentation on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) presented by Andrew Spohn from Jackson College. You will have the opportunity to receive one-on-one assistance with completing your FAFSA!

Thank you to everyone who has already completed the Family Climate Survey. Your feedback will be very helpful in identifying strengths and opportunities for growth. If you have not already done so, please take a few minutes to take the survey by clicking this link: https://forms.gle/cL6s6Wf8kJtMvVy19. The survey results will be available on our website and shared at the December 5th Board of Education Meeting.
The pesticide and fertilizer application will be taking place Friday, October 28th on the athletic fields. Click here to view the Material Safety Data Sheet: https://5il.co/1jufj
Mr. O'Leary is hosting Dog Dinner this coming Wednesday, October 26th from 6-7 p.m. at The Pizza Box in downtown Morenci. Come and enjoy a FREE slice of pizza and a short presentation by Mr. O'Leary. In addition, he will be recognizing the Gecko club members.

The Morenci Chapter of the National Honor Society is hosting a Blood Mobile at Morenci High School in the gymnasium on Friday October 28th from 9:30 - 2:30. Students must be 16 years of age in order to donate and will need a parent/guardian signature. This is a community event, so please spread the word to help us increase our donations. Remember, WE WANT YOUR BLOOD!
Click here to register for an open time: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=BULLDOGS
If you are unable to donate at this time, the NHS will be hosting two additional blood drives in January and April. NHS students provide numerous volunteer hours through the blood drives, and as a result the American Red Cross sponsors scholarships for select senior NHS members. The more donations made, the greater their scholarship, so help our students, as well as our community.

