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Knight Life

The Voice of the Loy Norrix Community

Knight Life

The Voice of the Loy Norrix Community

Knight Life

Morning Announcements

Tuesday, April 11, 2023
Morning Announcements

Tuesday, April 11, 2023

There will be no Chess Club during Wednesday's lunch shifts due to State testing. Attention all seniors! Class T-shirts and sweatshirts are going on sale during all 3 lunches starting today! You're not going to want to miss the chance to buy senior apparel to help lower the cost of prom tickets and pay for the senior luncheon. Students: we're down to fewer than 225 yearbooks left to pre-order! That's right, we sold 75 yearbooks just last week! Don't miss your chance to buy one. Order online at www.yearbookordercenter.com with order number 12613, or bring $65 cash or check to room K3 before or after school or during lunch! Yearbooks will be distributed in May. Attention Juniors and Seniors: May 13th will be the last testing date this school year to apply for the Michigan Seal of Biliteracy Award. Applications to register for the test are due April 26th. Please see your counselor or Señora Holmes for more information. Women's lacrosse had their first game on Friday and came up with a win against Howell High School. Score was 5-4 with shots scored by Reaghan Babrick, Elyse Link, Alia Alveraz and two from Maggie Loncharte. Great job Kalamazoo United Lacrosse! Attention all Sophomores and Juniors! We want you to apply for next year’s Link Crew! Link Crew is our freshman transition program, where we come together as a team to support next year’s freshmen as they transition successfully to high school. Link Crew is all about learning new leadership skills, helping others, and having a lot of fun. If you want to make a difference at Loy Norrix, pick up an application in the main office or the library. Be sure to read the application carefully and note the mandatory dates at the bottom. Applications are due Friday, April 28th by 2:30 in the main office or library. See Mr. Hernandez, Ms. Milton, or Ms. Simpson if you have any questions. Spring is here and the Junior/Senior prom is in the air. Get ready for "A KNIGHT FLIGHT to the STARS" Saturday, May 6th at the Air Zoo from 8-11 PM Tickets are $40 each "CASH ONLY" ($50 at the door) Tickets will go on sale this Friday, April 14th---during lunch and in the Main Office. Out-of-district guests will have to need a permission form filled out by their school Students may not bring guests from middle school or over the age of 20 This will definitely be a KNIGHT to REMEMBER---Dancing to the Stars and Beyond! The JV baseball team kicked off their season yesterday with a 7-2 win over Hackett. The varsity baseball team kicks off their season today with a double header at Hackett starting at 4. JV and Varsity continue their seasons on Thursday vs cross town rival Kalamazoo Central. Varsity will be home and JV away. Games start at 4. Hope to see you there! Women's lacrosse came up with a win against Mona Shores last night, now 2-0 for the season. These Giant Knights are starting the season out strong. Special shoutouts to Sophia Coikajlo, Eiden Jonaitis and Alia Alvarez for dominating the ground ball controls at the game yesterday. Keep it up team! The Women’s Varsity Soccer team defeated Parma Western last night 3-1. The JV team tied Parma Western 3-3. The Varsity team is 2-0 and will host Battle Creek Lakeview on Wednesday. JV at 5, Varsity at 6:30.    
Friday, April 7, 2023
Morning Announcements

Friday, April 7, 2023

If you were accepted into a CTE or EFA program, your commitment forms are due back today, Friday, April 7 to your counselor. Make sure you get them in! Attention all seniors! Class T-shirts and sweatshirts are going on sale during all 3 lunches starting today! You're not going to want to miss the chance to buy senior apparel to help lower the cost of prom tickets and pay for the senior luncheon. Attention all students: get your yearbook today! There are fewer than 300 yearbooks left for sale and they're going fast! Order online at www.yearbookordercenter.com with order number 12613, or bring $65 cash or check to room K3 before or after school or during lunch! Attention Juniors and Seniors: May 13th will be the last testing date this school year to apply for the Michigan Seal of Biliteracy Award. Applications to register for the test are due April 26th. Please see your counselor or Señora Holmes for more information. Travel Club 2024 will be heading to Greece next summer! Greek gods and myths come alive! If you are interested in having an adventure of a lifetime, then stop by the Counseling Office to pick up an informational packet from Ms. Learner with more details. An informational meeting will be scheduled for later this month. Senior Trip tickets will go on sale this Friday in the Athletic Office starting at 10:00 A.M. The cost of the trip will be $85 which will include your ticket, your bus ride, your drink wristband, and your meal wristband. There will be 100 seats sold for the 2 buses. You can pay with card, cash, Apple Pay, Venmo, or Cash App. Your spot is reserved once you pay for your spot. The trip is Thursday, May 11. Attention all Sophomores and Juniors! We want you to apply for next year’s Link Crew! Link Crew is our freshman transition program, where we come together as a team to support next year’s freshmen as they transition successfully to high school. Link Crew is all about learning new leadership skills, helping others, and having a lot of fun. If you want to make a difference at Loy Norrix, pick up an application in the main office or the library. Be sure to read the application carefully and note the mandatory dates at the bottom. There will be an informational meeting Monday April 10th in the cafeteria at 2:30. Applications are due Friday, April 28th by 2:30 in the main office or library. See Mr. Hernandez, Ms. Milton, or Ms. Simpson if you have any questions. Congratulations to the many athletic wins of yesterday: The Softball Team defeated Climax Scots 15-14 to open the season. The Women’s Tennis Team defeated Battle Creek Harper Creek 5-3 to even their record at 1-1. The Women’s Varsity Soccer team defeated Battle Creek Harper Creek 3-1 last evening and are now 1-p. Last night, the track teams ran in their season opener outside at Gull Lake. Women's and Men's Varsity and JV teams all won by large margins: Women 113.5 to 42.5 and Men 126 to 37. In many cases, our JV runners and relay teams even beat their varsity runners. The outstanding highlights of the meet were all 8 relay teams winning, Carlton and Ciarra won the 100, Ciarra won the 200 as well, Sam lead a sweep of the 400 and 800, Amelia lead a sweep of the 800, Sofia lead a sweep of the 1600, Jackson won the 1600 and 3200, Ana won the 3200, Naomi and Nevaeh lead both hurdle events while Trevor and Brendan did the same, Helen and Tommy won pole vault, Chloe and James won high jump, Trevor and Thea won long jump, and Carter won shot and discus. Next Wednesday we race at home against KC. Come cheer your Knights.
Thursday, April 6, 2023
Morning Announcements

Thursday, April 6, 2023

Students, we are excited to celebrate your academic success. It is important that you attend your assigned rally time. Once you have your ticket please walk quickly to the auditorium so we can start on time. The men’s volleyball team has their first home game tonight, Thursday for JV and Varsity starting at 6 come out and support our boys! If you were accepted into a CTE or EFA program, your commitment forms are due back this Friday, April 7 to your counselor. Make sure you get them in! Attention all seniors! Class T-shirts and sweatshirts are going on sale during all 3 lunches starting today! You're not going to want to miss the chance to buy senior apparel to help lower the cost of prom tickets and pay for the senior luncheon. Sword and Board will meet Thursday the 6th this week due to a staff meeting today. Green School will meet on Today in Room B14 after school. All are welcome! Are you interested in participating in the making of your Senior Video? If so, come to AV Club in room K6 on these dates after school: April 12, April 19, and May 3rd. Attention all students: get your yearbook today! There are fewer than 300 yearbooks left for sale and they're going fast! Order online at www.yearbookordercenter.com with order number 12613, or bring $65 cash or check to room K3 before or after school or during lunch! Attention Juniors and Seniors: May 13th will be the last testing date this school year to apply for the Michigan Seal of Biliteracy Award. Applications to register for the test are due April 26th. Please see your counselor or Señora Holmes for more information. Travel Club 2024 will be heading to Greece next summer! Greek gods and myths come alive! If you are interested in having an adventure of a lifetime, then stop by the Counseling Office to pick up an informational packet from Ms. Learner with more details. An informational meeting will be scheduled for later this month. Senior Trip tickets will go on sale this Friday in the Athletic Office starting at 10:00 A.M. The cost of the trip will be $85 which will include your ticket, your bus ride, your drink wristband, and your meal wristband. There will be 100 seats sold for the 2 buses. You can pay with card, cash, Apple Pay, Venmo, or Cash App. Your spot is reserved once you pay for your spot. The trip is Thursday, May 11. Attention all Sophomores and Juniors! We want you to apply for next year’s Link Crew! Link Crew is our freshman transition program, where we come together as a team to support next year’s freshmen as they transition successfully to high school. Link Crew is all about learning new leadership skills, helping others, and having a lot of fun. If you want to make a difference at Loy Norrix, pick up an application in the main office or the library. Be sure to read the application carefully and note the mandatory dates at the bottom. There will be an informational meeting Monday April 10th in the cafeteria at 2:30. Applications are due Friday, April 28th by 2:30 in the main office or library. See Mr. Hernandez, Ms. Milton, or Ms. Simpson if you have any questions. The Softball team will open their season at home today against Climax Scotts. It will be a single game at 4:30. The Women’s Soccer team will open their season by hosting Battle Creek Harper Creek. JV at 5, Varsity at 6:30. The Women’s Tennis Team will have their home opener against Battle Creek Harper Creek beginning at 4:00. The Men’s and Women’s Track teams open their SMAC season at Gull Lake beginning at 4:00. If you come out to watch, dress warmly! Good luck to everyone today!
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Morning Announcements

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

The men’s volleyball team has their first home game tomorrow, Thursday for JV and Varsity starting at 6 come out and support our boys! If you were accepted into a CTE or EFA program, your commitment forms are due back this Friday, April 7 to your counselor. Make sure you get them in! Attention all seniors! Class T-shirts and sweatshirts are going on sale during all 3 lunches starting today! You're not going to want to miss the chance to buy senior apparel to help lower the cost of prom tickets and pay for the senior luncheon. There will be no AAC today due to a staff meeting. Sword and Board will meet Thursday the 6th this week due to a staff meeting today. Green School will meet on Thursday in Room B14 after school. All are welcome! There will be Chess Club on Wednesday during all lunch shifts in computer lab D-10. If you would like to attend, please see Mr. Bellware before lunch on Wednesday in D-10 for your purple lunch passes. Anybody with a pass may attend, and anyone who beats Mr. Bellware wins a custom-made chess board. Are you interested in participating in the making of your Senior Video? If so, come to AV Club in room K6 on these dates after school: today, April 5, April 12, April 19, and May 3rd. If you did not pick up your Renaissance shirt at lunchtime yesterday, please do so today. If you do not have your ticket, just show your ID. The Renaissance Rallies will be Thursday during 2nd and 4th period. Attention all students: get your yearbook today! There are fewer than 300 yearbooks left for sale and they're going fast! Order online at www.yearbookordercenter.com with order number 12613, or bring $65 cash or check to room K3 before or after school or during lunch! Attention Juniors and Seniors: May 13th will be the last testing date this school year to apply for the Michigan Seal of Biliteracy Award. Applications to register for the test are due April 26th. Please see your counselor or Señora Holmes for more information. Travel Club 2024 will be heading to Greece next summer! Greek gods and myths come alive! If you are interested in having an adventure of a lifetime, then stop by the Counseling Office to pick up an informational packet from Ms. Learner with more details. An informational meeting will be scheduled for later this month. Senior Trip tickets will go on sale this Friday in the Athletic Office starting at 10:00 A.M. The cost of the trip will be $85 which will include your ticket, your bus ride, your drink wristband, and your meal wristband. There will be 100 seats sold for the 2 buses. You can pay with card, cash, Apple Pay, Venmo, or Cash App. Your spot is reserved once you pay for your spot. The trip is Thursday, May 11. Attention all Sophomores and Juniors! We want you to apply for next year’s Link Crew! Link Crew is our freshman transition program, where we come together as a team to support next year’s freshmen as they transition successfully to high school. Link Crew is all about learning new leadership skills, helping others, and having a lot of fun. If you want to make a difference at Loy Norrix, pick up an application in the main office or the library. Be sure to read the application carefully and note the mandatory dates at the bottom. There will be an informational meeting Monday April 10th in the cafeteria at 2:30. Applications are due Friday, April 28th by 2:30 in the main office or library. See Mr. Hernandez, Ms. Milton, or Ms. Simpson if you have any questions.
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Morning Announcements

Thursday, March 23, 2023

Good morning knights! The Women Empowerment Club is having a meeting today, Thursday March 23rd in room B-21 right after school! If you are interested in joining a club that creates a safe space and teaches intersectionality at our school please join us! Allies are encouraged to join and more than welcome to come! Snacks will be provided. There will be no AAC today due to spring break. The varsity Boys volleyball team played their first games of the season last night in Grand Haven. We ended the night with 2 wins and 1 loss. The boys came back from behind and won a thriller in the 3rd set against Saugatuck as well as beating one of the Grand Haven teams in 2 sets. Great way to start our first season! Good job boys! The Cesar Chavez March is coming up on April 7. Any students interested in participating in this event should email Señora Holmes or talk directly to Andrea Medina-Hernandez or Jaylynn Sanchez. If you would like to order a shirt for the event, please contact us as soon as possible! Permission slips need to be turned by March 23. Are you interested in participating in the making of your Senior Video? If so, come to AV Club in room K6 on these dates after school: today, March 22, April 5, April 12, April 19, and May 3rd.
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Morning Announcements

Tuesday, March 21, 2023

The Loy Norrix Forensics team had its best showing of the season this past Saturday at Portage Central, where 19 of our 27 participants advanced to the final round. Chloe Davis, Ellen Terzino, Catie Frink, and Braeden Davis all took home first place in their respective events. The entire team combined to give Loy Norrix the 3rd place overall finish. Congratulations to everyone on the team and Go Goose! The blood drive yesterday was a huge success! Students and staff were able to donate 71 pints of blood, which was 6 more pints than last year. That blood has the potential to save up to 213 lives. Way to go Loy Norrix and let’s keep up our school’s amazing blood drive culture! AAC will be open today in the following rooms; English and Chinese in K1, math in B13, science in C17, ESL support in K5W, Spanish in A18, and study hall in C16. Attention Link Crew Leaders - don't forget we have a meeting on this Wednesday, 3/22. Come by before or after school. Check your email and google classroom for more details. Sword and board will meet tomorrow from 2:30-3:30 in room C16. all tabletop gamers and games are invited to join. Do you have any old children’s books just sitting around and don’t know what to do with them? If so, drop off any books that you have and donate them to elementary students! Key Club is hosting a book donation drive and would love for our fellow knights to help! Bring your books to the drop off box located in the Office. Show your Knight Spirit! The Cesar Chavez March is coming up on April 7. Any students interested in participating in this event should email Señora Holmes or talk directly to Andrea Medina-Hernandez or Jaylynn Sanchez. If you would like to order a shirt for the event, please contact us as soon as possible! Permission slips need to be turned by March 23. Attention Travelers to Spain and Portugal: There will be a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, March 22 at 7:00 pm. in Mrs. Lewis's classroom C-15. Please bring copies of your passport if you have not already submitted them to Mrs. Lewis, Ms. VanLieu, or Senora Holmes.Once again, use the back door and have your student ID. We depart for Spain in fewer than 95 days! There will be Chess Club on Wednesday during all lunch shifts in computer lab D-10. If you would like to attend, please see Mr. Bellware before Wednesday in D-10 for your purple lunch passes. Anybody with a pass may attend, and anyone who beats Mr. Bellware wins a customized chess board. Are you interested in participating in the making of your Senior Video? If so, come to AV Club in room K6 on these dates after school: tomorrow, March 22, April 5, April 12, April 19, and May 3rd. Attention Seniors: As we prepare for graduation, we are in need of any footage you have of you and fellow seniors. A google form will be sent to your email address. The footage is a highlight of graduation and we would love to see your pictures on the big screen. Good morning knights! The Women Empowerment Club is having a meeting Thursday March 23rd in room B-21 right after school! If you are interested in joining a club that creates a safe space and teaches intersectionality at our school please join us! Allies are encouraged to join and more than welcome to come! Snacks will be provided! “Are you interested in playing football in the fall?” There will be a football meeting in the weight room right after school today to go over off-season expectations and off season schedule. Kalamazoo Central is on the clock! Please see Coach Kyle down in the J-wing or Coach Rickli in the C-wing for any questions.
Monday, March 20, 2023
Morning Announcements

Monday, March 20, 2023

Do you have any old children’s books just sitting around and don’t know what to do with them? If so, drop off any books that you have and donate them to elementary students! Key Club is hosting a book donation drive and would love for our fellow knights to help! Bring your books to the drop off box located in the Office. Show your Knight Spirit! The Cesar Chavez March is coming up on April 7. Any students interested in participating in this event should email Señora Holmes or talk directly to Andrea Medina-Hernandez or Jaylynn Sanchez. If you would like to order a shirt for the event, please contact us as soon as possible! Permission slips need to be turned by March 23. Attention Travelers to Spain and Portugal: There will be a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, March 22 at 7:00 P.M. in Mrs. Lewis's classroom C-15. Please bring copies of your passport if you have not already submitted them to Mrs. Lewis, Ms. VanLieu, or Senora Holmes. Once again, use the back door and have your student ID. We depart for Spain in fewer than 95 days! There will be Chess Club on Wednesday during all lunch shifts in computer lab D-10. If you would like to attend, please see Mr. Bellware before Wednesday in D-10 for your purple lunch passes. Anybody with a pass may attend, and anyone who beats Mr. Bellware wins a customized chess board. Are you interested in participating in the making of your Senior Video? If so, come to AV Club in room K6 on these dates after school: March 22, April 5, April 12, April 19, and May 3rd. Attention Seniors: As we prepare for graduation, we are in need of any footage you have of you and fellow seniors. A google form will be sent to your email address. The footage is a highlight of graduation and we would love to see your pictures on the big screen. Good morning knights! The Women Empowerment Club is having a meeting Thursday March 23rd in room B-21 right after school! If you are interested in joining a club that creates a safe space and teaches intersectionality at our school please join us! Allies are encouraged to join and more than welcome to come! Snacks will be provided!
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Morning Announcements

Wednesday, March 15, 2023

“Do you have any old children’s books just sitting around and don’t know what to do with them? If so, drop off any books that you have and donate them to elementary students! Key Club is hosting a book donation drive and would love for our fellow knights to help! Bring your books to the drop off box located in the Office. Show your Knight Spirit!” The National Honors Society will be hosting the yearly Blood Drive on March 20th from 7:45-1:30 in the back gym. You can sign up at all 3 lunches this week! Students 17 and up can donate, and students who are 16 can donate with parental consent. Snacks will be provided! Make sure you meet the height and weight requirements for donating when you sign up. Stop by the scheduling table located in the cafeteria during your lunch to find out more. The Red Cross is giving $10 Visa prepaid cards by email to those who donate blood. There will be no AAC this week. AAC will start next week on March 20th. Course Selection Sheets are due by this Friday, March 17. Please have them turned in so counselors know which classes you'd like for next year! Sword and Board will meet on Thursday this week due to staff meetings. Men’s volleyball tryouts are this week Wednesday, and Thursday 7:30-9:30 in the gym. All skill levels are welcome. Show up early to get signed in. Contact Coach Mac if you have any questions see you tonight! Are you interested in participating in the making of your Senior Video? If so, come to AV Club in room K6 on these dates after school: tomorrow, March 15th, March 22, April 5, April 12, April 19, and May 3rd. Attention Seniors: As we prepare for graduation, we are in need of any footage you have of you and fellow seniors. A google form will be sent to your email address. The footage is a highlight of graduation and we would love to see your pictures on the big screen.
Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Morning Announcements

Tuesday, March 14, 2023

The Loy Norrix Forensics team competed valiantly at Portage Northern this past weekend. Despite being short-handed, the team took 3rd place overall in the top division. Braeden Davis took first place in storytelling, while Meg Elfring, Max Achenbach, Reed Davis, and Lilly Banks all took 2nd place in their respective events. Meanwhile, Riley Sackett, Ellen Terzino, Curtis Chapman, and Catie Frink all advanced to the finals. Great job team and Go Goose! The National Honors Society will be hosting the yearly Blood Drive on March 20th from 7:45-1:30 in the back gym. You can sign up at all 3 lunches this week! Students 17 and up can donate, and students who are 16 can donate with parental consent. Snacks will be provided! Make sure you meet the height and weight requirements for donating when you sign up. Stop by the scheduling table located in the cafeteria during your lunch to find out more. The Red Cross is giving $10 Visa prepaid cards by email to those who donate blood. There will be no AAC this week. AAC will start next week on March 20th. Course Selection Sheets are due by this Friday, March 17. Please have them turned in so counselors know which classes you'd like for next year! Sword and Board will meet on Thursday this week due to staff meetings. Men’s volleyball tryouts are this week Wednesday, and Thursday 7:30-9:30 in the gym. All skill levels are welcome. Show up early to get signed in. Contact Coach Mac if you have any questions see you tonight! Are you interested in participating in the making of your Senior Video? If so, come to AV Club in room K6 on these dates after school: tomorrow, March 15th, March 22, April 5, April 12, April 19, and May 3rd. Attention Seniors: As we prepare for graduation, we are in need of any footage you have of you and fellow seniors. A google form will be sent to your email address. The footage is a highlight of graduation and we would love to see your pictures on the big screen. Remember all that Greek Mythology you learned in middle school? Well, it's time to put it to good use when you sign up for our trip to Greece in June of 2024. Walk in the footsteps of Odysseus, seek knowledge and insight at Delphi, and claim your crown of laurels at the ruins of Olympia! See Mrs. Lewis in C-15 or Ms. Learner in the Guidance Office for more information on this up-coming odyssey.
Monday, March 13, 2023
Morning Announcements

Monday, March 13, 2023

There will be no AAC this week. AAC will start next week on March 20th. Course Selection Sheets are due by this Friday, March 17. Please have them turned in so counselors know which classes you'd like for next year! Sword and Board will meet on Thursday this week due to staff meetings. Men’s volleyball tryouts are this week! Tonight, Wednesday, and Thursday 7:30-9:30 in the gym. All skill levels are welcome. Show up early to get signed in. Contact Coach Mac if you have any questions see you tonight! Are you interested in participating in the making of your Senior Video? If so, come to AV Club in room K6 on these dates after school: March 15th, March 22, April 5, April 12, April 19, and May 3rd. Attention Seniors: As we prepare for graduation, we are in need of any footage you have of you and fellow seniors. A google form will be sent to your email address. The footage is a highlight of graduation and we would love to see your pictures on the big screen. The National Honors Society will be hosting the yearly Blood Drive on March 20th from 7:45-1:30 in the back gym. You can sign up at all 3 lunches next week! Students 17 and up can donate, and students who are 16 can donate with parental consent. Snacks will be provided! Make sure you meet the height and weight requirements for donating when you sign up. Look out for flyers and posters with more information! Remember all that Greek Mythology you learned in middle school? Well, it's time to put it to good use when you sign up for our trip to Greece in June of 2024. Walk in the footsteps of Odysseus, seek knowledge and insight at Delphi, and claim your crown of laurels at the ruins of Olympia! See Mrs. Lewis in C-15 or Ms. Learner in the Guidance Office for more information on this up-coming odyssey. If you haven't had a chance to appreciate the doors for Women's History Month, make sure you get some time to check them out. Tons of great topics from mitochondrial Eve, women in STEM, women of ancient Greece, Black women authors, powerful Latina women & so much more. Here are the winners of the contest! Winners by Department:
  • Social Studies - J Johnson
  • Math - Sidwell
  • Science - Wagner
  • English - Stetten & Frazier (outside) - tied
  • Languages - De Leon-Villanueva
  • Link Crew - Rose
  • Other courses and groups - Claudio
  • Clubs - Young Dems
Over All Winners:
  • 5th place – Rashad
  • 4th place - Stetten & Frazier
  • 3rd place - Roman
  • 2nd place - J Johnson
  • 1st place - De Leon-Villanueva
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