Daily Announcements
Mt. Zion High School Daily Announcements
Wednesday April 23, 2025
High School Announcements:
Congratulations to Ashlyn Ellis, the Mt. Zion High School April Senior of the Month.
Ashlyn’s activities during High School include: Cheerleading, Student Council, SADD, Key Club, Medics, FBLA
Ashlyn’s Honors during High School include: Sum Cum Laude and National Honor Society
After graduation, Ashlyn plans on attending St. Louis University to study Nursing.
Ashlyn is the child of Chris and Kelli Ellis.
Attention Students and Staff!
Order your Brave Pops snacks today! Enjoy some of your favorite Del's delicious popcorn and, for a limited time, you can add freeze-dried candy to your order!
To place your order, simply scan the QR code in your email. Don’t miss out—get yours today!
ASPIRE will be selling candles in the front hallway every morning during the week of April 21st-25th. Candles will be available to smell if you want to try out a scent. They are $10.00 per candle if you are interested in purchasing one.
The Mt. Zion Art Show is Friday, May 2nd from 5:30-7 in the lobby of the field house. The show features artwork from art students in grades 4-12, light refreshments will be served, and you can vote for People's Choice by 6:15. Ribbons for first, second, third, Best of Show, and honorable mention will be awarded by judge Jacob Manning.
Any student interested in joining the a cappella quartets and ensembles for the 2025-2026 school year:
There will be a brief informational meeting during activity period on Wednesday, April 30 at 2:15 in the HS auditorium. Auditions for next year’s groups will be held on Tuesday May 13th after school in the auditorium. See Mr. Hansen for more information.
Attention students!
If you are interested in running for Student Council, you can pick up a ballot in the main office or in Mrs. Clifton's room 108. Completed ballots are due no later than 3 pm Wednesday, April 30th. All ballots must be turned into Mrs. Clifton directly.
BE BRAVE WEEK!
April 21-25, 2025
Wednesday:(Jack’s Birthday)- Dance Break at School
Thursday: Wear a hat. Coin Drive for Pawprint Ministries
Friday: Wear MTZ Colors
Be Brave Week is in honor of Charlie Spurlock and in memory of Jack Brinkoetter.
Counselor Announcements:
Richland will be here Wednesday, April 23rd to complete registration for fall classes. If you plan on taking Richland dual credit courses and did not receive an email from Mrs. Oliver, please reach out to the Guidance Office.
Scholarships:
Seniors - if you are pursuing a career in education information has now been shared with you about the Mary Rohrscheib Teaching Scholarship. Details are in your student email. The deadline to apply is June 13th. 4/25
Job Opportunity:
None
Athletic Announcements:
Congratulations to the girls track team winning the Mattoon Invitational last night. Event winners were:
Brooklyn Kondritz- 400m and pole vault
Avery Sommer- 800m
Kendall Smith 100m hurdles and triple jump
Sandra Munoz- high jump
Today’s Events:
Girls Fresh/Soph Softball Away-St. Joseph-Ogden @4:30PM
Boys Fresh/Soph Baseball Away-Glenwood @4:15PM
Girls Varsity Softball Away-St. Joseph-Ogden @4:30PM
Lunch Menu:
Breakfast Scramble or Spicy Chicken Patty on Bun, Mixed Vegetables, Peaches, Milk
Specialty Bar: KFC Bowl
Activity Period 4/23/25:
Medics-Small Gym
Mixed Ensemble-Auditorium
Today’s Birthdays:
Holly Higar
Kylah Higar
Angelina Sobecki
Lola Tapscott