Flinthills School District

What a beautiful way to begin our Christmas break. The smiles of our students and the soldiers filled my heart. I hope this reminds us all that small acts can be powerful blessings. May the videos from this morning bring you joy.
Merry Christmas,
Ms. Mooney

Link to Soldiers opening Presents:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vRTZMvLDxuNMAmcc0Cdb-MxnAztIdNavH8Cs99L6tkf6DM1T4Bwtig2abn_8l8DsbMY7n7TE7VZIPH5/pub?start=true&loop=false&delayms=3000

Link to Students with Soldiers:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vSIbv4efugcmXkpeTFFVQ2GpXYoA6LAvc_vWD3WHNoAViJV8xgCl4M5lVWWU24gouAT0lTF9HJjq9-I/pub?start=true&loop=false&delayms=3000

December Announcements
Dec 19, 2025
Lunch
Pepperoni Stuffed Crust
Pizza
Corn
Fresh Carrots with Ranch
Pineapple Tidbits
Fruit Roll-Up
Milk

Congratulations to the Sophomores who won the Hallway Holiday Decorating Competition. Juniors were runner up with a 3rd place tie for Freshmen and Seniors. Ask Mr. Sorum or StuCo about your reward!

Seniors: SCBL All-Academic Applications are available now! Please stop by MS. Hansen’s office to grab a form to fill out if you are interested. The deadline is today!


The Word of the Day is holiday, as in a public time of celebration.

Congratulations to our December students of the Month - Elijah Pope & Ember Kinning

Friday
Early Dismissal at 1:00pm - HS students may leave at 11:30am if everything is signed on their sign out sheets.
Staff Work Day
HS Wrestling @ Marion/Hillsboro
HS BB @ Eureka 4:30pm - Leave at 3:00

We hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

This is Ms. Mooney. I’ve been keeping a BIG secret and I’m going to share it with you today! Please join me on our school Facebook for Facebook Live between 9:00-10:00 this morning and then check back later this afternoon for lots of pictures!!

Dec 18, 2025
Lunch
Hamburger on Bun
Tater Tots
Baked Beans
Onions/Pickles/Tomatoes
Sliced Peaches
Sidekicks
Milk

Seniors: SCBL All-Academic Applications are available now! Please stop by Ms. Hansen’s office to grab a form to fill out if you are interested. The deadline is this Friday, December 19, 2025.


The Word of the Day is validate, which means to recognize the legitimacy or worth of something.

Happy birthday to Russell Totty, Sarah Grunder, and Julie Rosenquist.

Reminder: HS students please remember to not order lunch tomorrow if you are leaving at 11:30am.
-Thank you!

Thursday
MS BB vs Sedan 5:00pm
2:15 Primary Holiday Party
2:45 Intermediate Holiday Party
Drama Dept Christmas Basket Delivery 3:30pm
Friday
Early Dismissal at 1:00pm - HS students may leave at 11:30am if everything is signed on their sign out sheets.
Staff Work Day
HS Wrestling - TBD
HS BB @ Eureka 4:30pm - Leave at 3:00

Schedule for HS BB Friday @ Eureka HS MAIN GYM 6:00 Varsity Girls 7:30 Varsity Boys TAC GYM 4:30 1/2 JV Girls 5:15 1/2 JV Boys, 1/2 FHS JV scrimmage

December Announcements
Dec 17, 2025
Lunch
Ham Slice
Mashed Potatoes
Pork Gravy
Mixed Vegetables
Sliced Pears
Biscuit
Cake
Milk


Seniors: SCBL All-Academic Applications are available now! Please stop by MS. Hansen’s office to grab a form to fill out if you are interested. The deadline is this Friday, December 19, 2025.


The Word of the Day is brandish, which means to shake or wave something in an aggressive manner.

Wednesday
College students 6th & 7th hr please report to the office
Ugly Sweater Day
3rd - 5th Grade Christmas Caroling
FCA Movie Night @ the Marsh Home
Thursday
MS BB vs Sedan 5:00pm
2:15 Primary Holiday Party
2:45 Intermediate Holiday Party
Drama Dept Christmas Basket Delivery 3:30pm
Friday
Early Dismissal at 1:00pm - HS students may leave at 11:30am if everything is signed on their sign out sheets.
Staff Work Day
HS Wrestling - TBD
HS BB @ Eureka 6:00pm - Leave at 4:30pm

This is your friendly reminder that tomorrow is ugly sweater day for all students & staff! Flinthills SAFE students wish to remind you not to drive ugly!

December Announcements
Dec 16, 2025
Lunch
Beefy Taco Burrito
Peas
Vegetable Juice
Mandarin Oranges
Applesauce

Milk
Seniors: SCBL All-Academic Applications are available now! Please stop by MS. Hansen’s office to grab a form to fill out if you are interested. The deadline is this Friday, December 19, 2025.


The Word of the Day is lugubrious, which means dramatically sad or mournful.

Tuesday
3rd - 5th Grade Band & Vocal Concert 7:00pm
Wednesday
Ugly Sweater Day
3rd - 5th Grade Caroling
FCA Movie Night @ the Marsh Home
Thursday
MS BB vs Sedan 5:00pm
2:15 Primary Holiday Party
2:45 Intermediate Holiday Party
Drama Dept Christmas Basket Delivery 3:30pm
Friday
Early Dismissal at 1:00pm - HS students may leave at 11:30am if everything is signed on their sign out sheets.
Staff Work Day
HS Wrestling - TBD
HS BB @ Eureka 6:00pm

Congratulations to all Classroom Spelling Bee participants! The following students will represent their classes at the School Wide Spelling Bee on January 14. 3rd Grade: Trey Brenton (Champion) & Mason Oates (Runner Up) 4th Grade: Ellie Kreidler (Champion) & Maggie Carroll (Runner Up) 5th Grade: Reagan Waller (Champion) & Olivia Wilson (Runner Up) 6th Grade: Suttyn Krenzel (Champion) & Jaxson Randall (Runner Up) 7th Grade: Jasper Bohnen (Champion) & Jocelyn Oates (Runner Up) 8th Grade: Bellah Hickman (Champion) & Kaydence Burling (Runner Up) Great job, Spellers!!

December Announcements
Dec 15, 2025
Lunch
Mini Corn Dogs
Green Beans
California Blend Veggies
Strawberries & Bananas
Tropical Fruit
Milk




Seniors: SCBL All-Academic Applications are available now! Please stop by MS. Hansen’s office to grab a form to fill out if you are interested. Deadline is this Friday, December 19, 2025.


The Word of the Day is catch-22, which refers to an illogical, unreasonable, or senseless situation.


Monday, Dec. 15th
MS BB @ Argonia 5:00pm - Dismissal at 1:45
HS BB vs Sedan 4:45pm
PTO Cookies with Santa
Tuesday
3rd - 5th Grade Band & Vocal Concert 7:00pm
Wednesday
Ugly Sweater Day
FCA Movie Night @ the Marsh Home
Thursday
MS BB @ Sedan 5:00pm
Drama Dept Christmas Basket Delivery
2:15 Primary Holiday Party
2:45 Intermediate Holiday Party
Friday
Early Dismissal at 1:00pm
Staff Work Day
HS BB @ Eureka 6:00pm

Congratulations to both our girls & boys High School basketball teams. They both placed 2nd in the Fairfield Classic Tournament. We also had 6 athletes selected to the All Tournament team! Rylee Randall, Alex Scribner, Brylee Heimgartner, Jake Hunter, Talon Scribner & Taylor Carroll Congratulations to the coaches and teams.

December Announcements
Dec 12, 2025
Lunch
Chicken Nuggets
Mashed Potatoes
Cream Gravy
Steamed Carrots
Sliced Pineapple
W.G. Rolls
Milk




Seniors: SCBL All-Academic Applications are available now! Please stop by MS. Hansen’s office to grab a form to fill out if you are interested. Deadline is December 19, 2025.


The Word of the Day is succumb, which means to be brought to an end or give in due to the effect of destructive forces.

Happy Birthday, Brentley Decker!

Friday
HS BB @ Fairfield Girls game - 6:00 Boys game 7:30 pm - Dismissal at 2:14pm
HS Scholar’s Bowl practice @ lunch in the library
Mr. Casteel’s 6th hr please report to the library
Saturday
HS Wrestling B/G @ Minneapolis 9:30am.
Monday, Dec. 15th
MS BB @ Argonia 5:00pm - Dismissal at 1:45
HS BB vs Sedan 4:45pm
Tuesday
3rd - 5th Grade Band & Vocal Concert 7:00pm

UPDATE: MS games tonight 12-11-25 @ West Elk 🏀4:00 1/2 JV girls followed by 1/2 JV boys 🏀This will make the Varsity games start earlier, closer to 5-5:15 for girls V

December Announcements
Dec 11, 2025
Lunch
Chicken Crispitos
Corn
Cauliflower
Apple
Sliced Peaches
Milk




Seniors: SCBL All-Academic Applications are available now! Please stop by MS. Hansen’s office to grab a form to fill out if you are interested. Deadline is December 19, 2025.


Parents, Dr. Evans is looking for a high school parent to join the Site Council for next semester. Please email her this week if you’re interested.


The Word of the Day is flummox, as in to confuse or puzzle.

Thursday
WSU visit @ lunch
Mr. Kemp’s 6 & 7th hrs please report to the office
Mr. Scribner’s 6th hr please report to the library
HS Basketball @ Fairfield High School - Boys Game 4:30 - Girls 6:00pm - Dismissal at 1:00
MS Basketball @ West Elk 4:00pm. Dismissal at 2:00
Saturday
HS Wrestling B/G @ Minneapolis 9:30am.

Monday, Dec. 15th
MS BB @ Argonia 5:00pm - Dismissal at 1:45
HS BB vs Sedan 5:00pm
Tuesday
3rd - 5th Grade Band & Vocal Concert 7:00pm

The Intermediate winter program is next week! Come out Tuesday, December16 @ 7 for fun holiday music!

Important Basketball Schedule Updates *Monday, Dec 15th MS @ Argonia 4:30 *Monday, Dec 15th HS Basketball vs Sedan is now at HOME game *Tuesday, Dec 16th NO HS GAME 

December Announcements
Dec 10, 2025
Lunch
Grilled Chicken Patty on
Bun
Sweet Potato Fries
Peas
Lettuce & Tomato
Tropical Fruit
Bunny Grahams
Milk

MS/HS Schedule changes: If you are interested in discussing schedule changes for second semester, please sign up outside Ms. Hansen's office. The sheet will be available to sign up on December 8th through December 10th. If your name is on the list, Ms. Hansen will call you in when she is available.


Seniors: SCBL All-Academic Applications are available now! Please stop by my office to grab a form to fill out if you are interested. Deadline is December 19, 2025.


WSU will be here for a lunch visit on Thursday. Please stop by their table to see what programs they offer!


Parents, Dr. Evans is looking for one middle school parent and one high school parent to join SITE Council for next semester. Please email her this week if you’re interested.


The Word of the Day is debunk, as in to expose a sham.


Wednesday
Drama Meeting @ MTSS
Board Meeting @ 7:00pm in Cassoday
Thursday
WSU visit @ lunch
HS Basketball @ Fairfield Boys Game 4:30 - Girls 6:00pm - Dismissal at 1:00
MS Basketball @ West Elk 4:00pm. Dismissal at 2:00
Saturday
HS Wrestling B/G @ Minneapolis 9:30am.

December Announcements
Dec 9, 2025
Lunch
Lasagna
Green Beans
Sliced Pears
Garlic Breadstick
Milk

MS/HS Schedule changes: If you are interested in discussing schedule changes for second semester, please sign up outside Ms. Hansen's office. The sheet will be available to sign up on December 8th through December 10th. If your name is on the list, Ms. Hansen will call you in when she is available.


Parents, Dr. Evans is looking for one middle school parent and one high school parent to join SITE Council for next semester. Please email her this week if you’re interested.


The Word of the Day is insinuate, as in to imply or suggest in an artful or indirect way.


Tuesday
Primary Christmas Program 7:00pm
Wednesday
Drama Meeting @ MTSS
Board Meeting @ 7:00pm in Cassoday
Thursday
MS Basketball @ West Elk 4:00pm. Dismissal at 2:00
Saturday
HS Wrestling B/G @ Minneapolis 9:30am.

Updated Fairfield brackets for this week.