The Loy Norrix Key Club has now begun their annual membership drive. If you are interested in joining Key Club, please pick up the membership profile outside of Ms. Nelson's room, D13. Key Club is an international club in over 35 countries around the world. Its mission is to serve, build character and develop leadership. Being an active member looks great on resumes and college applications. Please see Ms. Nelson or a current Key Club member if you have any questions. The first Key Club meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 19th at 2:30 in Ms. Nelson's room, D13. All are welcome! The Loy Norrix Jazz Band is accepting new members! If you can read music, and are interested in learning how to improvise and perform jazz, rock or Latin music,  join our band! We rehearse in the band room, J10, every Tuesday right after school. If interested, please contact Mr. Shebukhov or stop by the band room on Tuesday after school. It's that time of year again! Time to get ready for the Loy Norrix Musical! This year's show will be "Oklahoma!" and we need actors, singers, and dancers of all grades, genders, and ethnicities. Are you interested? Then come to our free workshop today, from 2:30 to 5:30, in the choir room, J12. The directors will teach you songs and a dance combination to help you prepare for your audition. We can also answer any questions you might have. Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity to shine! GSA will begin today, in room K1. We will meet from 2:30 to 3:30. Hope to see you there! Attention, stage crew! We also need help working backstage on the musical. Would you like to help with lights, sound, or set? We have an informational meeting for anyone who might be interested. Come ask questions and talk with the director and former crew members. You can also learn about our new Crew Club we will be starting this year. This informational meeting will be after school in room J11 on Wednesday the 20th. See Mr. Lafferty with any questions. Remember the first day of school? Remember the first A you got on a test this year? Remember your first soccer game? The 2024 Accolade Yearbook does! The Yearbook staff is already working to help you remember your year, and it's on sale for the lowest price of the year for only two more weeks! Buy your 2024 yearbook online at www.yearbookordercenter.com with order number 12613, or bring $60, cash or check, to K3 before or after school, or during lunch. The price will increase on October 1! Come support your Knights at their first home volleyball game against Lakeview Battle Creek this Wednesday. Freshmen and JV start at 5:30. Varsity will follow. Hope to see you there! Sword and Board will meet this Thursday, from 2:30 to 3:30, in room C16. All tabletop gamers and games are invited to join. We are hosting our last Cross Country meet of the season today at KRESA, three-quarters of a mile south of Loy Norrix. Come and cheer on your classmates and friends! The races are at 5 and 5:45pm. AAC will be open today for tutoring from 2:30 to 3:30 in the following rooms: social studies in K13, math in B23, English in B21, science in C17, ESL support in K5W, Spanish in K12, and SAT math prep in B13. There will be no study hall today. There will be no AAC tomorrow, Wednesday, due to a staff meeting. Sword and Board will meet Thursday, from 2:30 to 3:30, in room C16. All tabletop gamers and games are invited to join.

The Loy Norrix Key Club has now begun their annual membership drive. If you are interested in joining Key Club, please pick up the membership profile outside of Ms. Nelson's room, D13. Key Club is an international club in over 35 countries around the world. Its mission is to serve, build character and develop leadership. Being an active member looks great on resumes and college applications. Please see Ms. Nelson or a current Key Club member if you have any questions. The first Key Club meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 19th at 2:30 in room D13. All are welcome! The Loy Norrix Jazz Band is accepting new members! If you can read music, and are interested in learning how to improvise and perform jazz, rock, or Latin music, join our band! We rehearse in the band room, J10, every Tuesday right after school. If interested, please contact Mr. Shebukhov or stop by the band room on Tuesday after school. It's that time of year again! Time to get ready for the Loy Norrix Musical! This year's show will be "Oklahoma!" and we need actors, singers and dancers of all grades, genders and ethnicities. Are you interested? Then come to our free workshop next Tuesday the 19th, from 2:30 to 5:30, in the choir room, J12. The directors will teach you songs and a dance combination to help you prepare for your audition. We can also answer any questions you might have. Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity to shine! Are you interested in running for office someday or working in politics?  Our Youth in Government Team is a fun and exciting way to learn about how to be an elected official and get laws passed. This year, our Youth in Government team has a lot planned, and is ready to compete against hundreds of other Michigan students in the actual chambers of the Michigan Capitol. Come find out more after school today at our second Youth in Government meeting this year in D18, Ms. Johnson's, room at 2:20! GSA will begin Tuesday, September 19th, in room K1. We will meet from 2:30-3:30. Hope to see you there! Attention, stage crew! We need help working backstage on the musical. Would you like to help with lights, sound, or set? We have an informational meeting for anyone who might be interested. Come ask questions and talk with the director and former crew members. You can also learn about our new Crew Club we will be starting this year. This informational meeting will be after school in room J11 on Wednesday the 20th. See Mr. Lafferty with any questions. Remember the first day of school? Remember the first A you got on a test this year? Remember your first soccer game? The 2024 Accolade Yearbook does! The Yearbook staff is already working to help you remember your year, and it's on sale for the lowest price for only two more weeks! Buy your 2024 yearbook online at www.yearbookordercenter.com with order number 12613, or bring $60, in cash or check, to K3 before or after school or during lunch. The price will increase on October 1! Come support your Knights at their first home volleyball game, against Lakeview Battle Creek, this Wednesday. Freshmen and JV start at 5:30. Varsity will follow. Hope to see you there! AAC will be open today for tutoring from 2:30-3:30 in the following rooms: social studies in C19, math in M12W, English in B11, science in B14, ESL support in K1, Spanish in K12, and study hall in C16. Sword and Board club will meet this Thursday, from 2:30-3:30 in room C16. All tabletop gamers and games are invited to join. Our cross country teams competed on Friday, at the Ottawa Hills Invite in Grand Rapids. Both teams placed two spots higher than projected. The girls were 9th and the boys 7th out of 16 and 18 teams respectively. There were 4 medalists: Sofia Bogard was 24th in the varsity division, Fletcher Stucky was 22nd in the JV race, and Dylan Duguay and Jackson Lam were 13th and 12th in the varsity boys' race. It was the first time in over 15 years that we had 3 boys finish under 17 minutes in the same season, let alone the same 5k race. We are hosting our last meet of the season tomorrow, at KRESA 3/4 mile south of the school. Come and cheer on your classmates and friends! The races are at 5 and 5:45pm.

Attention students: The CIS snacks are only available before and after school. No snacks will be handed out during passing time or lunch. Loy Norrix Key Club has now begun their annual membership drive. If you are interested in joining Key Club please pick up the membership profile outside of Ms. Nelson's room D13. Key Club is an international club in over 35 countries around the world. Its mission is to serve, build character and develop leadership. Being an active member looks great on resumes and college applications. Please see Ms. Nelson or a current Key Club member if you have any questions. The first Key Club meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 19th at 2:30 in Ms. Nelson's room D13. All are welcome! Here are more library tips! #5: the Chromebook help desk is open for drop-ins 15 minutes before and after school, during your regularly scheduled lunch period, and 1st and 5th periods with a pass from your teacher. Chromebook help at other times is by appointment only. Loy Norrix Jazz Band is accepting new members! If you can read music, and are interested in learning how to improvise and perform Jazz, Rock, or Latin music, join our band! We rehearse in the Band room (J10) every Tuesday right after school. If interested, please contact Mr. Shebukhov or stop by the band room on Tuesday after school. Come to Mr. Shack’s room, C13, today for the first Young Democrats Club meeting of the year! We will discuss future meetings, activities and plan for the year. Come for political discussion and action with the Young Democrats on Friday! It's that time of year again! Time to get ready for the Loy Norrix Musical! This year's show will be Oklahoma! and we need actors, singers, and dancers of all grades, genders, and ethnicities. Are you interested? Then come to our free workshop next Tuesday the 19th, from 2:30 to 5:30, in room J12. The directors will teach you songs and a dance combination to help you prepare for your audition. We can also answer any questions you might have. Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity to shine! Are you interested in running for office someday or working in politics? Our Youth in Government Team is a fun and exciting way to learn about how to be an elected official and get laws passed.  This year, our Youth in Government team has a lot planned and is ready to compete against hundreds of other Michigan students in the actual chambers of the Michigan Capitol. Come find out more at our second Youth in Government meeting this year after school on Monday the 18th in D18, Ms. Johnson's room, at 2:20! GSA will begin next week on Tuesday, September 19th, in room K1. We will meet from 2:30-3:30. Hope to see you there! Today after school is the first Class of 2026 meeting of the year!  We will be planning some details for our Homecoming Dance which is October 6.  The meeting will take place in Mrs. Corstange's room, A20, and will last for about 30 minutes.  Hope to see you there! Attention Stage Crew! We also need help working backstage on the musical. Would you like to help with lights, sound, or set? We have an informational meeting for anyone who might be interested. Come ask questions and talk with the director and former crew members. You can also learn about our new Crew Club we will be starting this year. This informational meeting will be after school in room J11 on Wednesday the 20th. See Mr. Lafferty with any questions. Congratulations to the Loy Norrix JV football team on their 30-0 win against Lansing Everett! The JV football team has outscored their opponents 72-6 to start their season! The future is bright for our football program. The varsity team travels to Lansing Everett today for a 6pm kickoff!

Attention students: the CIS snacks are only available before and after school. No snacks will be handed out during passing time or lunch. Student athletes: look for weekly emails from Mrs. Rocco regarding volunteer work.  You can log your volunteer hours using the QR code posted outside of the athletic office. Loy Norrix Key Club has now begun their annual membership drive. If you are interested in joining Key Club, please pick up the membership profile outside of Ms. Nelson's room D13. Key Club is an international club in over 35 countries around the world. Its mission is to serve, build character and develop leadership. Being an active member looks great on resumes and college applications. Please see Ms. Nelson or a current Key Club member if you have any questions. The first Key Club meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 19th at 2:30 in Ms. Nelson's room D13. All are welcome! The Green School Club will meet on Thursday in Room B14. If you missed the meeting last week, no problem! You are still welcome. If you have questions, you can stop by B14 and talk to Mr. David. Hope to see you there! Here are more library tips! #4: You need your school ID to scan into the library.  If you are visiting during class time, you will need your ID, a pass from your teacher, and some work to do. A reminder, the cell phone rule applies in the library, so please put your phones away and keep them out-of-sight. Loy Norrix Jazz Band is accepting new members! If you can read music, and are interested in learning how to improvise and perform Jazz, Rock, or Latin music,  join our band! We rehearse in the Band room (J10) every Tuesday right after school. If interested, please contact Mr. Shebukhov or stop by the band room on Tuesday after school. Come to Mr. Shack’s room, C13, on Friday September 15th for the first Young Democrats Club meeting of the year! We will discuss future meetings, activities and plan for the year. Come for political discussion and action with the Young Democrats on Friday! It's that time of year again! Time to get ready for the Loy Norrix Musical! This year's show will be Oklahoma! and we need actors, singers, and dancers of all grades, genders, and ethnicities. Are you interested? Then come to our FREE workshop next Tuesday the 19th from 2:30 to 5:30 in the Choir room J12. The directors will teach you songs and a dance combination to help you prepare for your audition. We can also answer any questions you might have. Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity to shine! Are you interested in running for office someday or working in politics? Our Youth in Government Team is a fun and exciting way to learn about how to be an elected official and get laws passed.  This year, our Youth in Government team has a lot planned and is ready to compete against hundreds of other Michigan students in the actual chambers of the Michigan Capitol. Come find out more at our second Youth in Government meeting this year after school Monday the 18th in D18 Ms. Johnson's room at 2:20! GSA will begin next week on Tuesday, September 19th, in room K1. We will meet from 2:30-3:30. Hope to see you there! This Friday after school is the first Class of 2026 meeting of the year! We will be planning some details for our Homecoming Dance which is October 6. The meeting will take place in Mrs. Corstange's room, A20, and will last for about 30 minutes. Hope to see you there! It's that time of year again! Time to get ready for the Loy Norrix Musical! This year's show will be Oklahoma! and we need actors, singers, and dancers of all grades, genders, and ethnicities. Are you interested? Then come to our FREE workshop next Tuesday the 19th from 2:30 to 5:30 in the Choir room J12. The directors will teach you songs and a dance combination to help you prepare for the auditions on Sept. 26. We can also answer any questions you might have. Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity to shine! Attention Stage Crew! We also need help working backstage on the musical. Would you like to help with lights, sound, or set? We have an informational meeting for anyone who might be interested. Come ask questions and talk with the director and former crew members. You can also learn about our new Crew Club we will be starting this year. This informational meeting will be after school in room J11 on Wednesday the 20th. See Mr. Lafferty with any questions.

Attention students: the CIS Snacks are only available before and after school.  No snacks will be handed out during passing time or lunch. Student athletes look for weekly emails from Mrs. Rocco regarding volunteer work.  You can log your volunteer hours using the QR code posted outside of the athletic office. Loy Norrix Key Club has now begun their annual membership drive. If you are interested in joining Key Club, please pick up the membership profile outside of Ms. Nelson's room, D13. Key Club is an international club in over 35 countries around the world. Its mission is to serve, build character and develop leadership. Being an active member looks great on resumes and college applications. Please see Ms. Nelson or a current Key Club member if you have any questions. The first Key Club meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 19th at 2:30 in Ms. Nelson's room D13. All are welcome! The Green School club will meet on Thursday in room B14. If you missed the meeting last week, no problem! You are still welcome. If you have questions, you can stop by B14 and talk to Mr. David. Hope to see you there! This week we are highlighting guidelines for using the library. #3:  Please enjoy any food in the cafeteria before coming to the library!  Food attracts bugs, and if we let the bugs get near the books, they will gain all the knowledge and take over the world.  As you can tell from this joke, the librarian has enough cheese in the library already. Come to Mr. Shack’s room, C13, on Friday September 15th for the first Young Democrats club meeting of the year! We will discuss future meetings, activities and plan for the year. Come for political discussion and action with the Young Democrats on Friday! AAC will be open today for tutoring from 2:30 to 3:30 in the following rooms: social studies in C19, math in B13, English in B11, science in B14, ESL support in K1, and Spanish in K12. Study hall will not be open today. Are you interested in running for office someday or working in politics? Our Youth in Government Team is a fun and exciting way to learn about how to be an elected official and get laws passed. This year, our Youth in Government team has a lot planned and is ready to compete against hundreds of other Michigan students in the actual chambers of the Michigan Capitol. Come find out more at our second Youth in Government meeting this year, after school on Monday the 18th in D18, Ms. Johnson's room, at 2:20!

Attention students: the CIS Snacks are ONLY available before and after school. NO snacks will be handed out during passing time or lunch. Attention Link Crew! Don't forget we have a meeting Today, 9-12 after school. Check your email or google classroom for more details. Can't wait to see you then! Loy Norrix Jazz Band is accepting new members! If you can read music, and are interested in learning how to improvise and perform Jazz, Rock, or Latin music,  join our band! We rehearse in the Band room (J10) every Tuesday right after school. If interested, please contact Mr. Shebukhov or stop by the band room on Tuesday after school. Student athletes look for weekly emails from Mrs. Rocco regarding volunteer work.  You can log your volunteer hours using the QR code posted outside of the athletic office. Loy Norrix Key Club has now begun their annual membership drive. If you are interested in joining Key Club please pick up the membership profile outside of Ms. Nelson's room D13. Key Club is an international club in over 35 countries around the world. Its mission is to serve, build character and develop leadership. Being an active member looks great on resumes and college applications. Please see Ms. Nelson or a current Key Club member if you have any questions. This week we will be highlighting some guidelines for using the library. #2: All school rules apply in the library.  Please remove hats and hoods.  If you are visiting during class time, your phone must be put away. If your work is completed and you are looking for something to do, the librarian will be happy to suggest a book for you! AAC will be open today for tutoring from 230-330 in the following rooms; social studies in K13, math in B23, English in B21, science in C17, esl support in K5W, spanish in K12, and SAT math prep in B13. Study hall will not be open today. Sword and Board will meet Thursday in room C16 from 230-330pm. All tabletop gamers and games are invited. It's that time of year again! Time to get ready for the Loy Norrix Musical! This year's show will be Oklahoma! and we need actors, singers, and dancers of all grades, genders, and ethnicities. Are you interested? Then come to our FREE workshop next Tuesday the 19th from 2:30 to 5:30 in the Choir room J12. The directors will teach you songs and a dance combination to help you prepare for your audition. We can also answer any questions you might have. Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity to shine!

Attention Link Crew! Don't forget we have a meeting on Tuesday, 9-12 before or after school. Check your email or google classroom for more details. Can't wait to see you then!   There will be no AAC today due to a staff meeting.   Sword and Board will meet Thursday in room C16 from 230-330pm. All tabletop gamers and games are invited.   This week we will be highlighting some guidelines for using the library. #1:  We welcome you to use the library fifteen minutes before and after school, during your scheduled lunch, and with teacher permission during 1st, 2nd, 4th, and 5th hours.  Please bring your ID and a pass.  Come check out books or work on our community puzzle!   Student athletes watch out for weekly emails from Mrs. Rocco regarding volunteer work.  You can log your volunteer hours using the QR code posted outside of the athletic office.

Our golf team was 2nd place out of 12 Teams! Two players received medals for being in the Top 10! Isaac Scavarda and Xander Gorham! Attention Seniors: Grad Bash ticket sales end soon! Buy your ticket online, at the office, in the cafeteria on Wednesday or at the awards ceremony on Friday. Tickets will not be sold at the door on the day of the event; advanced purchase is required in order to attend. The winners of last week’s Grad Bash gift card drawing are Kamiyah Betts and Albert Godayol-Carceller. Kamiyah & Albert, please pick up your prizes from Ms. Reimink in the office. More prize winners will be announced at Grad Bash! There will be the second to last Chess Club today during all lunch shifts in computer lab D-10. If you would like to attend, please pick up a purple lunch pass and bring your lunch. Anybody with a pass may attend, and anyone who beats Mr. Bellware wins a custom-made chess board. Sword and Board will meet today from 230-330 in room C16. All tabletop gamers and games are invited. There will be a Green School meeting Thursday in room B14. All are welcome, see you there! If you’re in AP Art for the 2023/24 school year stop by A-12 and see Mr. Stevens for the summer assignment. Summer assignments are a requirement and must be picked up by all AP Art students to remain enrolled in the class. If you have any questions or concerns, please see Mr. Stevens. Men’s basketball will be having open gyms every Monday and Wednesday from 3:30-5:30. Please spread the word! We will be providing information about summer workouts and team camps. If you have any questions please see Coach Moore or Coach Gardner. If you are signed up to take AP US History next year, the summer assignment is available for pickup in Mr. Porco's room (D9). All APUSH students need to get this before the end of the school year. Are you interested in playing football in the fall? There will be Football weightlifting this week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday right after school in the weight room until 3:30. See Coach Kyle in the J-wing for more information! Good Morning Loy Norrix Knights! Do you have clothes that you are no longer wearing or wanting? Do you enjoy thrifting and the art of upcycling? If so, please join your peers at the Ardea Spring thrifting event! Ardea is a Youth Climate Coalition composed of local youth in Kalamazoo, most of which being Loy Norrix Knights! If you have any clothes please bring them to the drop off box located in the Library. The last day to bring in clothes will be Thursday, May 25th. The spring event is taking place at Kalamazoo Nature Center on May 27th at 3-8 PM. Please come to shop, listen to a live band and get free food! If you have any questions please refer to the Ardea instagram: @ardeayouthcc. Hope to see you all there! Seniors, turn in your library books. Thank you

Attention Seniors: Grad Bash ticket sales end soon! Buy your ticket online, at the office, in the cafeteria on Wednesday or at the awards ceremony on Friday. Tickets will not be sold at the door on the day of the event; advanced purchase is required in order to attend. The winners of last week’s Grad Bash gift card drawing are Kamiyah Betts and Albert Godayol-Carceller. Kamiyah & Albert, please pick up your prizes from Ms. Reimink in the office. More prize winners will be announced at Grad Bash! AAC will be open today from 230-330 in the following rooms; English and Chinese in K1, Spanish in A18, and Math/Study Hall in C16. Snacks will be available for students who behave appropriately and complete work. women’s basketball will be having open gyms every Tuesday starting today. All young ladies are welcome. This will be the beginning of our transition into the summer with team camps and workouts. Please spread the word! We hope to see as many young ladies as possible next Tuesday and every Tuesday thereafter! Sword and Board will meet Wednesday from 230-330 in room C16. All tabletop gamers and games are invited. There will be a Green School meeting Thursday in room B14. All are welcome, see you there! If you in AP Art for the 2023/24 school year stop by A-12 and see Mr. Stevens for the summer assignment. Summer assignments are a requirement and must be picked up by all AP Art students to remain enrolled in the class. If you have any questions or concerns please see Mr. Stevens. Men’s basketball will be having open gyms every Monday and Wednesday from 3:30-5:30. Please spread the word! We will be providing information about summer workouts and team camps. If you have any questions please see Coach Moore or Coach Gardner. If you are signed up to take AP US History next year, the summer assignment is available for pickup in Mr. Porco's room (D9). All APUSH students need to get this before the end of the school year." Are you interested in playing football in the fall? There will be Football weightlifting this week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday right after school in the weight room until 3:30. See Coach Kyle in the J-wing for more information! Good Morning Loy Norrix Knights! Do you have clothes that you are no longer wearing or wanting? Do you enjoy thrifting and the art of upcycling? If so, please join your peers at the Ardea Spring thrifting event! Ardea is a Youth Climate Coalition composed of local youth in Kalamazoo, most of which being Loy Norrix Knights! If you have any clothes please bring them to the drop off box located in the Library. The last day to bring in clothes will be Thursday, May 25th. The spring event is taking place at Kalamazoo Nature Center on May 27th at 3-8 PM. Please come to shop, listen to a live band and get free food! If you have any questions please refer to the Ardea instagram: @ardeayouthcc. Hope to see you all there! Seniors, turn in your library books. Thank you

Attention all graduating, returning, and incoming Link Leaders! Remember that today, Thursday May 18th, is our training day. Check the google classroom for more information. Let Mrs Simpson, Ms Milton, or Mr Hernandez know if you have any questions. Calling all Steves, Terrys and Bowsers! Do you think you're a pro Smash Brothers player? Then come prove it today, May 18th, in the Loy Norrix Super Smash Brothers Ultimate Tournament after school! See Mr. Wood in C-19 or email him for more information. Graduating seniors, your library books are due by this Friday, April 19th. Please reach out to Kreider if you have any questions or concerns. Are you in AP Art for the 2023/24 school year? If so, it's time to stop by A-12 and see Mr. Stevens for the summer assignment. Summer assignments are a requirement and must be picked up by all AP Art students to remain enrolled in the class. If you have any questions or concerns, please see Mr. Stevens. Seniors- Class of 2023 T-Shirts are now on sale and being sold in the Main Office. They are now $10- Stop by before or after school to get your shirt! Everyone that buys a T-Shirt will be entered into a drawing for a "Class of 2023 Hoodie” Get your shirt before they sell out! AAC will be open today from 230-330 in the following rooms; Science in C17, Spanish in A18, and Study Hall in C16. Snacks will be available for students who behave appropriately and complete work. Thank you to everyone who picked up their yearbooks at the signing party! We hope you're enjoying your yearbook. If you bought a yearbook but did not pick it up, or if you want to buy one, come to K3 before school, after school, or during your lunch to get it! Please do not come during passing time or class time. Yearbooks are still available for $65 cash or check, or you can order online through Friday at www.yearbookordercenter.com with order number 12613. Any track and field athlete that is no longer practicing needs to turn in their uniform and any other school issued equipment to Mr Schmidt, Mrs Rocco, Mr Duckett, or the athletic office as soon as possible please. If you take it to the athletic office, please put everything in a plastic or paper bag with your name on it. Failing to turn in your uniform or other equipment will lead to you not getting any awards and being charged fees. Please take care of this. And now a message from Coach Kendra Logan with women’s basketball. We will be having open gyms every Tuesday beginning next Tuesday, May 23rd. All young ladies are welcome. This will be the beginning of our transition into the summer with team camps and workouts. Please spread the word! We hope to see as many young ladies as possible next Tuesday and every Tuesday thereafter!