Congratulations to our JH Boys Cross Country Team who finished third at their Sectional today qualifying them for State next weekend! Congrats to Abram Garcia who finished first overall and set a course record!!
Congratulations to our JH Boys Cross Country Team for their 2nd place finish at the Route 72 Conference! Abram Garcia finished 1st overall with a course PR of 8:56.
Our September student of the month has been selected!
Each month, high school staff members vote on a senior that they feel displays exemplary citizenship, leadership, or academic achievement.
That senior is awarded a $100 scholarship which is provided by the Polo Community School Foundation.
Alayna Young was selected as our September winner and has answered a few questions about herself here!
Name: Alayna Young
Age: 17
Parents: David and Andria Young
Siblings: Justin Young
What will you do after high school?
Go to Sauk Valley Community College then transfer to a four-year university and major in nursing.
What is something you learned in high school that you think you’ll never use?
How to build a roller coaster out of cut-up pool noodles.
What does it take to be a successful high school student?
Get involved! You need a balance between schoolwork and school events. It is easy to get burnt out with homework alone. Participate in things you enjoy.
Do you have a job?
In the summer I am a lifeguard at the Polo Pool.
Year-round I answer the phones at Ciminos on Sunday nights.
What do you do in your free time?
I don’t have a lot of free time, but when I do, my favorite thing to do is spend time with people that I love.
What kind of music are you listening to?
I mostly listen to pop music.
If you could go anywhere in the world for free, where would it be?
If I could go anywhere in the world I would go to Hawaii.
What is the best way to cheer you up?
Surprise me with an Alani and I will love you forever. (Except cherry slush)
What is your life’s philosophy?
Live life to the fullest and don’t let other people bring you down.
Do you have any pets?
I have a dog named Cooper.
What would you do if you received $1 billion all of a sudden?
I would split it with my family. With my half I would buy a white Ford Bronco, a case of Kimade Alani, and then the rest I would either save or donate to charities.
Your favorite:
Number: 9
Movie: 10 Things I Hate About You
TV Show: Grey’s Anatomy
Color: Pink
Food: Orange Chicken
● What class do you find really engaging and why?
The class I find most engaging is my CEO class through Whiteside Area Career Center. This class is taught by our facilitator, Mrs. Emily Zimmerman. It is unlike any other class I have had. CEO is a student-led program that teaches students how to use critical thinking skills and improve public speaking, leadership, and knowledge of entrepreneurship. One of our main focuses at this time is our class business which will take place early next year. Then in April, every student will showcase their individual businesses at the annual trade show at the Northland Mall in Sterling, IL.
● What are your career and post-graduation plans?
After high school, I plan to go to Sauk Valley Community College and then transfer to Northern Illinois University to pursue a career in nursing. My long-term goal is to become a nurse practitioner specializing in endocrinology.
● What are your two favorite extracurricular, volunteer or community activities you participate in?
My two favorite extracurricular activities are Track and Field and Student Council. Track has taught me how to be a valuable teammate. Our track team is combined with Forreston, so I have many opportunities to meet new people. My favorite part is meeting someone new at every meet. Student Council has allowed me to show my leadership skills through various events. I’ve gained creativity, responsibility, and confidence by being a part of the Student Council.
● Please share a moment, group event or activity at school that was meaningful or memorable.
My favorite event in high school was my sophomore year track season. I met so many new people that year which include some of my closest friends to this day. A specific moment that year was when all of my friends and I got to compete in big meets such as conference and sectionals. Experiencing big meets together brought us all closer together and it was the highlight of my year.
● What is your hope for the future?
My hope for the future is to be happy and healthy while also having a family. I also want to be a successful nurse practitioner and help people the way my nurse practitioner helped me.
Students in Mrs. Wolber’s World Civilizations class have been learning about the Roman Empire. Students got to explore the Colosseum and watch a gladiator fight on the VR headsets. Students also got to build towers and practice their engineering skills just like the Romans!
Last week nine students from Mrs. Wolber’s Consumer Ed class toured Spectrum Preferred Meats as part of their career exploration unit. They learned about all of the jobs spectrum offers and how not a single part of the pig is wasted!
Here are the brackets for the Rt 72 Volleyball Tournament at Oregon on Saturday, October 5th for 7th and 8th grade. Bus time is 8:15am behind Aplington for both teams. Bring other clothes to wear as you will be turning uniforms in at the end of the day.
Tuesday, October 1st – Due to a significant shortage of bus drivers, we do not have a driver available for Mark Maginnis' route. Parents will need to drop off and pick up their children from school today only. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Due to injuries, Alden Hebron has cancelled our JV football game scheduled for this evening. At this time, it is not been rescheduled.
POLO HIGH SCHOOL IS HAVING A GARAGE SALE.
We are selling old athletic uniforms and industrial art supplies starting at 9:00 AM this morning in front of the High School.
BLOCK OUT CANCER Volleyball Game - Polo vs Milledgeville this Thursday 9/26! Come out and support Jacob Promenschenkel and his fight with cancer. MHS Boosters will be cooking up PORK CHOPS; starting at 5:15 we’ll be selling at the game in the concession stand and also in the parking lot outside the main entrance. All proceeds from our sales Thursday will be given to the Promenschenkel family. Thank you Johnson’s Processing for donating the pork chops. See y’all Thursday!! NO ONE FIGHTS ALONE!
Attention Polo East route bus families (Mark Maginnis's Bus) - the bus is running a little late today. Your students should all be arriving home shortly. Thank you and sorry for the late notice!
Senior night for football, golf, cheerleading, cross country and band will be Friday, September 27th starting at 6:20PM. Senior parents, please be at the football field (north end of the bleachers) by 6:00 PM to get lined up.
For all 7th and 8th grade students interested in signing up for the academic team this year, please email ajones@poloschools.net with the students name, grade and parent contact info. Please sign-up by Monday, September 30th. Thank you!
For all 7th and 8th grade girls or boys interested in signing up for cheer this year, please email ajones@poloschools.net with the students name, grade and parent contact info. Please sign-up by Monday, September 30th. Thank you!
For all Jr. High boys interested in signing up for basketball this year, please email ajones@poloschools.net with the students name, grade and parent contact info. Please sign-up by Monday, September 30th. Thank you!
Senior Night has been moved to Friday, September 27th instead of Friday, October 11th. This will be for golf, cheer, football, cross country, and band
Aplington XC Meet in Oregon!
The powderpuff game starts at 6:00 PM at the football field followed by powderbuff game, guy/girl dance, and other activities in the high school gym. And to end the night will be the bonfire behind the high school. Hope to see everyone there to celbrate Homecoming !
Polo Schools and Ogle County Health Dept. are hosting our annual flu vaccination clinic on Wednesday, September 25th at Polo schools. This is an optional event for students and staff in our district. Please read the attached flyer for more information. The consent form needed to sign up is also attached. Please return completed forms to the office. Sign up and be a Flu Fighter!
7/8 VB on September 18th at Forreston has changed to a 4:30pm start time for 7th grade, followed by 8th grade starting around 5:30pm. Bus time is 3:55pm behind Aplington.