Morning Announcements

Monday, January 27, 2025

The Chromebook Help Desk will be closed today. There will be no AAC today due to a staff meeting. Students, please remember that guest teachers are not able to write passes to the library. If you want to be a part of a positive African American representation at Loy Norrix High School, come to the Black Student Union Informational Meeting in K13 (Ms. McMillon's room) on Tuesday the 28th from 2:30-3:30. Sword and Board will meet on Thursday from 2:30-3:30 in room C16. All tabletop gamers and games are invited to join. Are you ready for swag from the Class of 2027? Well, pre order your long sleeve t-shirt or sweatshirt in the cafeteria, during all three lunches today (Monday) and tomorrow (Tuesday) with the Class of 2027 Executive Board. Or, you can enter a raffle to win a t-shirt or a sweatshirt. T-shirt raffles cost $1.00 and sweatshirt raffles cost $2.00. Book Club will meet Tuesday from 2:30-3:30 in the library. Have you signed up for the trip to Ireland and Scotland this summer? It is not too late! If you sign up by January 30 at midnight, you can still receive a discount on the price of the trip! Students who travel can earn 3 free college credits! See Ms. Ward in D-11 or email her at [email protected] for more information! The Men's Swim and Dive team took a trip to GR this weekend and won their third straight Ottawa Hills Invite. All swimmers and divers that attended scored to help secure the victory. Highlight performance from Diver Isaac Patrick, winning First place and achieving a National Qualifying Score. There will be a meeting for Youth in Government tomorrow, Tuesday, January 28, after school in Mrs. Johnson's room, which is D18. The Class of 2028 will be selling WinterFest Tickets through Friday Jan 31st during lunch. This is going to be a memorable event with music provided by DJ MAR who is traveling all the way from Englewood, and a special performance by D. Lylez, a Grammy-nominated Singer/Songwriter and Producer. Tickets are $10 so make sure you get yours fast! If you have any questions please contact Mr. Dominguez. CTE/EFA applications are now open! If you are interested in a program, applications are due by Friday, February 21. You can go to studentapplication.swmitech.org, contact your counselor, or follow the links in the counseling google classroom or weekly Loy Norrix newsletter to apply! We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible success of our DECA students! On January 24th,53 students participated in the District 3 regional competition There were about 3,000 contestants. 20 outstanding members of our own club earned medals across a variety of business role plays and tests, showcasing their hard work, dedication, and business acumen. The students were Grayson Borick, Felix Wendt, the Team of Edmundo Casitillo and Osacr Markovich-Ewards ,Tenley Douma, Jayda Hayworth, Lealand Wagner, Madison Johnson, Allison Boucher, Dominic Abate, Camille Mckee,Margarite McBride, Zahra Rahimi, Connor Doren, Plamedie Ekumbaki,Ariah Leake, Tj McClintion, Ari Johonson Eden Sleper, and JJ Bennett-Cloeman . Good Job Mr. Ward and your business club.

Friday, January 17, 2025

The Class of 2028 will begin selling WinterFest Tickets starting Tuesday Jan 7th through Friday Jan 31st during lunch. This is going to be a memorable event with music provided by DJ MAR who is traveling all the way from Englewood, and a special performance by D. Lylez, a Grammy-nominated Singer/Songwriter and Producer. Tickets are $10 so make sure you get yours fast! Need help filling out the FAFSA? Financial Aid representatives will be at Loy Norrix during conferences on January 22 and 23 in the library to help. Come get your questions answered while you eat a free dinner! From now until January 31st, the 2025 Accolade Yearbook is only $65. If you take your time, that price will rise, so don't wait! Take your money down to K4 cash or check or go to www.yearbookordercenter.com with order number 12613 to buy it online. Are you curious about the Military Branches? Are you wondering if the Military is right for you? Please refer to your email as Mrs. Perry sent you a google form. The Knights Health Center will be closed on Monday, January 20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. If you are in Youth in Government, there will be a meeting on Wednesday, January 22, after school, in Mrs. Johnson's room, which is D18. If you are in Youth in Government, plan to attend the meeting on Wednesday in D18. Good Morning, Loy Norrix Knights! This week, we’ve been focusing on an important topic: vaping and its harmful effects. Studies have shown that vaping is not just a harmless habit—it can lead to serious mental health issues, lung cancer, brain damage, and heart problems. These are risks no one should take.

Thursday, January 16, 2025

The Class of 2028 will begin selling WinterFest Tickets starting Tuesday Jan 7th through Friday Jan 31st during lunch. This is going to be a memorable event with music provided by DJ MAR who is traveling all the way from Englewood, and a special performance by D. Lylez, a Grammy-nominated Singer/Songwriter and Producer. Tickets are $10 so make sure you get yours fast! Need help filling out the FAFSA? Financial Aid representatives will be at Loy Norrix during conferences on January 22 and 23 in the library to help. Come get your questions answered while you eat a free dinner! AAC will be open for tutoring today from 230-330 in the following rooms; Social Studies in K13, Math in D13, English in A21, Science in C10, ESL Support in K5W, Spanish in A18, SAT Math Prep in B13, Courseware in K10, and Study Hall in D10. Sword and Board will meet this Thursday from 2:30-3:30 in room C16. All tabletop gamers and games are invited to join. Ms. Coash’s campaign is cancelled today. From now until January 31st, the 2025 Accolade Yearbook is only $65. If you take your time, that price will rise, so don't wait! Take your money down to K4 cash or check or go to www.yearbookordercenter.com with order number 12613 to buy it online. Attention 11th and 12th grade students: Are you curious about the Military Branches? Are you wondering if the Military is right for you? Please refer to your email as Mrs. Perry sent you a google form. If you are interested in careers in the military, please fill out the google form so you can get more information. Attention anyone interested in playing volleyball, the weight room will be open Tuesday and Thursday this week from 2:30-3:30. Green School is cancelled today. Mr. David is out sick. Next meeting will be next Wednesday in room M14. This is your morning announcement for Wednesday, January 16th. We want to take a moment today to talk about something important: vaping and its impact on your health, particularly your heart. Many students may not realize the serious effects that vaping can have on the cardiovascular system. Vaping can lead to increased heart rate, higher blood pressure, and can even contribute to long-term heart disease. Studies have shown that the chemicals in vape products can damage blood vessels and make it harder for your heart to function properly. This is especially concerning for young people whose hearts are still developing. The Knights Health Center will be closed on Monday, January 20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The Kalamazoo United Alpine Ski Team had a strong first event of the 2025 season with five top ten finishes across the four events. The Boys team finished 2nd overall in the Conference for Race 1 while the girls finished 4th overall for the first Race. Loy Norrix Wrestling Knights had an eventful night at the dual meet against Portage Central and Portage Northern! The team went 1-1, winning 45-33 against Portage Central but coming up short against Portage Northern. The Girls Basketball team has a home game Today vs Gull Lake High School! JV starts at 5:30 and Varsity at 7.

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

The Class of 2028 will begin selling WinterFest Tickets starting Tuesday Jan 7th through Friday Jan 31st during lunch. This is going to be a memorable event with music provided by DJ MAR who is traveling all the way from Englewood, and a special performance by D. Lylez, a Grammy-nominated Singer/Songwriter and Producer. Tickets are $10 so make sure you get yours fast! Need help filling out the FAFSA? Financial Aid representatives will be at Loy Norrix during conferences on January 22 and 23 in the library to help. Come get your questions answered while you eat a free dinner! If you have questions, contact your counselor. There will be no AAC today due to the half day schedule. Sword and Board will meet this Thursday from 2:30-3:30 in room C16. From now until January 31st, the 2025 Accolade Yearbook is only $65. If you take your time, that price will rise, so don't wait! Take your money down to K4 cash or check or go to www.yearbookordercenter.com with order number 12613 to buy it online. Attention 11th and 12th grade students: Are you curious about the Military Branches? Are you wondering if the Military is right for you? Please refer to your email as Mrs. Perry sent you an google form. If you are interested in careers in the military, please fill out the google form so you can get more information. Attention anyone interested in playing volleyball, the weight room will be open Tuesday and Thursday this week from 2:30-3:30. Green School Club is Back! We will be meeting in room M14 Thursday after school to design stickers and work on project ideas. Come and get some snacks and have some fun. This is your morning vaping announcement, and today we want to take a moment to talk about something that’s been affecting many of your peers: vaping. While it’s often marketed as a harmless alternative to smoking, the truth is, vaping can have serious mental health effects, especially for teens. Studies have shown that vaping can impact your brain, particularly the areas responsible for memory, focus, and decision-making. The nicotine in vapes can alter brain chemistry, leading to feelings of anxiety, depression, and mood swings. Over time, these effects can make it harder to concentrate in class, retain information, and manage stress. The Knights Health Center will be closed on Monday, January 20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

The Class of 2028 will begin selling WinterFest Tickets starting Tuesday Jan 7th through Friday Jan 31st during lunch. This is going to be a memorable event with music provided by DJ MAR who is traveling all the way from Englewood, and a special performance by D. Lylez, a Grammy-nominated Singer/Songwriter and Producer. Tickets are $10 so make sure you get yours fast! Need help filling out the FAFSA? Financial Aid representatives will be at Loy Norrix during conferences on January 22 and 23 in the library to help. Come get your questions answered while you eat a free dinner! If you have questions, contact your counselor. AAC will be open for tutoring from 2:30-3:30 in the following rooms; Math in B21, English in A16, ESL Support in K5W, Spanish in A18, Courseware in K10, and Study Hall in A19. The testing room will be available in the A-Wing offices. Sword and Board will meet this Thursday from 2:30-3:30 in room C16. All tabletop gamers and games are invited to join. Important Message from Mr.Ward and the Business Academy Today is Tuesday Lung Day, we want to take a moment to address an important issue affecting the health of many people: vaping. While it’s often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking, vaping can still have serious consequences for your lungs and overall health. Why did the chicken cross the road? To buy a yearbook! From now until January 31st, the 2025 Accolade Yearbook is only $65. If you take your time, that price will rise, so don't wait! Take your money down to K4 cash or check or go to www.yearbookordercenter.com with order number 12613 to buy it online. You will not regret it! A school day can be long, tedious and draining. That's why you should come to a club that's fun, engaging and energetic. This Tuesday, Creative Writing Club will be hosting a black out poetry session. Come cross things out, cut things up, glue things on, and make a masterpiece. That's this Tuesday, 2:30 to 3:30 in room C23. Snacks provided! Attention 11th and 12th grade students: Are you curious about the Military Branches? Are you wondering if the Military is right for you? Please refer to your email as Mrs. Perry sent you a google form. If you are interested in careers in the military, please fill out the google form so you can get more information. Calling all LGBTQ+ students and allies. Are you interested in learning more about the queer community, showing pride in your identity, or creating an inclusive environment in the school? Join the GSA, meeting TODAY from 2:30-3:30 in Mr. Ezekiel's room M12E. For more information talk to either Mr. Ezekiel or Ms. Pike (B20). Attention anyone interested in playing volleyball, the weight room will

Monday, January 13

The Class of 2028 will begin selling WinterFest Tickets starting Tuesday Jan 7th through Friday Jan 31st during lunch. This is going to be a memorable event with music provided by DJ MAR who is traveling all the way from Englewood, and a special performance by D. Lylez, a Grammy-nominated Singer/Songwriter and Producer. Tickets are $10 so make sure you get yours fast! If you are at all interested in playing: Overwatch 2, Super Smash Brothers, Madden 25, Fortnite, Rocket League, Rainbow 6 Siege, Mario Kart, Valorant, or Call of Duty, there will be a meeting Tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14th, after school until 3:30 in Mr. Wood's Room, C-19, to discuss the Spring MiHSEF season, and what games we would like to compete in. Need help filling out the FAFSA? Financial Aid representatives will be at Loy Norrix during conferences on January 22 and 23 in the library to help. Come get your questions answered while you eat a free dinner! If you have questions, contact your counselor. Saturday our bowling team took on Plainwell. Both the boys and girls teams were able to walk away with the victory. The boys handled them quite easily, losing only 1 individual point. The girls worked a little harder for their win, losing one of their team points by only 5 pins. Last Sunday we played in the Huskie Invitational. The boys finished 2nd out of 12 schools. Senior, Dylan Ashbaugh finished 9th for individual match play. This weekend we played in the Three Rivers Invitational. And again, the boys team finished 2nd. Senior, Devin Harris qualified 1st for individual match play. On the girl's side, Junior, Zoe Wazny finished 12th. All in all, a very good showing by all our bowlers 2 weekends in a row. AAC will be open today for tutoring from 230-330 in the following rooms; Social Studies in A19, Math in C16, English in A21, Science in C19, Spanish in K12, and Study Hall in D12. Stop in if you need to get your grade up before conferences next week! Sword and Board will meet this Thursday from 2:30-3:30 in room C16. Vaping may seem harmless to some, but research shows it can have serious long-term effects on your brain. Nicotine and other harmful chemicals in e-cigarettes can affect brain development, especially in young people whose brains are still growing. These substances can lead to problems with memory, attention, and learning—things that are essential for your success in school and life. More than just brain health, vaping is linked to increased risks for lung damage and other serious health issues. Your body is your most important asset, and it’s vital to take care of it, especially as you grow and develop. So, remember: keep your brain and body healthy. Say no to vaping, and encourage your friends to do the same. Stay focused, stay strong, and make choices that will help you succeed today and in the future.

Thursday, January 9, 2025

AAC will be open for tutoring from 2:30-3:30 in the following rooms; Social Studies in K13, Math in D13, English in A16, Science in C10, ESL Support in K2, SAT Math Prep in B13, Courseware in K10, and Study Hall in D10. Sword and Board will be in room C16 from 2:30-3:30 today. All Sword and Board students and staff mentors please report to the library at 2:30 pm for a quick yearbook photo prior to starting your events for today. The Class of 2028 will begin selling WinterFest Tickets starting Tuesday Jan 7th through Friday Jan 31st during lunch. This is going to be a memorable event with music provided by DJ MAR who is traveling all the way from Englewood, and a special performance by D. Lylez, a Grammy-nominated Singer/Songwriter and Producer. Tickets are $10 so make sure you get yours fast! Green School Club is back! If you have a genuine interest in improving the school environment and community of Kalamazoo, share awesome ideas, enjoy some snacks and hang out with friends, then come by Mr. David's room in M14 on Thursdays after school. Attention Gamers! If you are at all interested in playing: Overwatch 2, Super Smash Brothers, Madden 25, Fortnite, Rocket League, Rainbow 6 Siege, Mario Kart, Valorant, or Call of Duty, there will be a meeting on Tuesday, January 14, after school until 3:30 in Mr. Wood's Room, C-19, to discuss the Spring MiHSEF season, and what games we would like to compete in. There will be no after school lifting for volleyball today. We will start back up next week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 2:30-3:30.

Tuesday, January 7, 2024

If you are interested in playing men's volleyball in the spring, there is a signup sheet in the athletic office. All skill levels are welcome to check it out. Off season weightlifting for Mens and Womens Volleyball is beginning, we will be in the weight room every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30-3:30. Attention Youth in Government members: there will be a meeting today after school in Mrs. Johnson's room, which is D18. If you are in Youth in Government, plan to attend this important meeting today after school where we will discuss the trip to Lansing. AAC will be open today for tutoring from 230-330 in the following rooms; Math in B21, English in A16, Science in C10, Spanish in A18, ESL Support has been moved to K2, Courseware in K10, and Study Hall in A19. Testing room will also be available in the A wing. Sword and Board will be in room C16 from 230-330 on Thursday. All tabletop gamers and games are invited to join. The Class of 2028 will begin selling WinterFest Tickets starting Tuesday Jan 7th through Friday Jan 31st during lunch. This is going to be a memorable event with music provided by DJ MAR who is traveling all the way from Englewood, and a special performance by D. Lylez, a Grammy-nominated Singer/Songwriter and Producer. Tickets are $10 so make sure you get yours fast! Green School Club is back! If you have a genuine interest in improving the school environment and community of Kalamazoo, share awesome ideas, enjoy some snacks and hang out with friends, then come by Mr. David's room in M14 on Thursdays after school. If you have questions, you can email Mr. David or stop by his room. The GSA will be meeting TODAY from 2:30-3:30 in Mr. Ezekiel's room M12E. For more information talk to either Mr. Ezekiel or Ms. Pike (B20). If you are at all interested in playing: Overwatch 2, Super Smash Brothers, Madden 25, Fortnite, Rocket League, Rainbow 6 Siege, Mario Kart, Valorant, or Call of Duty, there will be a meeting on Tuesday, January 14, after school until 3:30 in Mr. Wood's Room, C-19, to discuss the Spring MiHSEF season, and what games we would like to compete in. Archery Club will meet tomorrow 1/8 in room C16 after school. Details and times are still to be determined. Please check Google Classroom using code "xx22efb" this afternoon for more details.

Monday, January 6, 2025

If you are interested in playing men's volleyball in the spring, there is a signup sheet in the athletic office. All skill levels are welcome to check it out. Off season weightlifting for Mens and Womens Volleyball is beginning, we will be in the weight room every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30-3:30. Attention Youth in Government members: there will be an important meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, January 7th, after school in Mrs. Johnson's room, which is D18. Please plan to attend the meeting tomorrow in Room D18 to discuss the Youth in Government conference in Lansing. AAC will be open today for tutoring from 230-330 in the following rooms; Social Studies in A29, Math in C16, English in A21, Science in C19, Spanish in K12, and Study Hall in D10. Sword and Board will be in room C16 from 2:30-3:30 on Thursday. The Class of 2028 will begin selling WinterFest Tickets starting Tuesday Jan 7th through Friday Jan 31st during lunch. This is going to be a memorable event with music provided by DJ MAR who is traveling all the way from Englewood, and a special performance by D. Lylez, a Grammy-nominated Singer/Songwriter and Producer. Tickets are $10 so make sure you get yours fast! If you have any questions please contact Mr. Dominguez.

Friday, December 20, 2024

Congratulations to the Men's swim and dive team for their Thrilling victory over the Lakeview Spartans ! Highlight First place Finishes From The 200 Medley Relay team Bol, Lepley, Mortimore, Masterson 200 Individual Medley Andrew Bol 50 Freestyle- Carson Mortimore Diving- Isaac Patrick 100 Freestyle- Gavin Lepley 200 Free Relay Masterson Mortimore Glista Weston 100 Breaststroke- Gavin Lepley Book Club members! Books are here! Stop into the library to pick it up before break! The Knights Health Center will be closed from Monday, December 23rd through Wednesday, January 1st. We will reopen on Thursday, January 2nd. If you need care while we are closed, please see your regular health care provider, mental health provider, or visit the urgent care. If you are interested in playing men's volleyball in the spring, there is a signup sheet in the athletic office. All skill levels are welcome to check it out. Off season weightlifting for Mens and Womens Volleyball is beginning, we will be in the weight room every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30-3:30. Attention anyone interested in playing men’s or women’s volleyball: off season weightlifting is beginning, we will be in the weight room every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30-3:30. Are you in Upward Bound, or have you recently applied? Check-in with the Upward Bound representative on Wednesdays during lunchtime to learn about upcoming events and opportunities, update your contact info or check on the status of a submitted application. Class of 2027 has your snacks ready for today! Snack sale during all three lunches today. Come get 'em before supplies run out!