THE ORIGINAL VOICE OF VALMEYER

Volume 14 – Number 7 February 13, 2006

To look in and not out, to look forward and not back, to look up and not down.

IF THE ROOSTER DIES . . . . . . . BUY AN ALARM CLOCK!

THIS WEEK AT SCHOOL . . . . .

Monday, February 13 – Eighth Grade Parent Night – Interactive Video Room – 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, February 14 – High School Boys Basketball vs. Evansville at HOME – 6:15 p.m. – Senior Night.

Tuesday, February 14 – Junior High Volleyball vs. New Athens at HOME – 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday, February 15 – High School Boys Freshman Basketball at Steeleville Tournament.

Thursday, February 16 – Junior High Volleyball at Smithton – 5:00 p.m.

Friday, February 17 – Teachers Workshop – Students dismissed at 12:45 p.m.

Friday, February 17 – High School Boys Basketball at Steeleville – 6:15 p.m.

Saturday, February 18 – High School Boys Freshman Basketball at Steeleville Tournament.

Monday, February 20 – President’s Day – NO SCHOOL.

Monday, February 20 – High School Boys Basketball Regional Tournament.

SIGN UP FOR VALMEYER YOUTH SPORTS ASSOCIATION T-BALL, BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL . . . in the Junior High Lobby at Valmeyer School. Wednesday, February 15^th from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. If you have questions, call Allen May 935-2611 or Allen Maus 939-6065.

Congratulations to the STUDENTS OF VALMEYER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL for their stirring rendition of The Pledge Of Allegiance this week on the morning WIL “Cornbread Show”. For those who missed it you can play it on the Cornbread portion of the WIL website.

DON’T STAND OUT IN THE COLD TO PREPARE YOUR BARBECUE - - - The Valmeyer Jaycees are hosting a WINTER BARBECUE on Sunday, February 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Emergency Services Building. They will have CARRYOUT ORDERS ONLY. Pork steaks, brats and hot dogs will be available. A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit the VHS Post-Prom Party.

The Monroe Randolph Transit District (MRT) is now offering transportation services for Monroe and Randolph Counties. This includes the Valmeyer area. The transportation is provided by Southern Metro East Transportation (SMET). This demand/response, curb-to-curb system is available to the general public, and is open to any rider in Monroe and Randolph County. Rides are available on a first-come, first-serve basis, within the limits of Randolph and Monroe Counties. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. A $3.00 fare per trip is required on board, exact change only. To schedule a ride at least 24 hours in advance, please call 618-282-4068 or toll free at 866-278-6919. For more information on MRT, contact Jesica Pirtle at 443-4433, extension 100.

The Village Board has decided to compile an updated COMPREHENSIVE PLAN for the Village. Members of the community are invited to participate in this process. If you would be willing to serve on a committee to research assorted topics, please leave your name with Laurie at Village Hall. This process can only be successful with the help of all Village residents. PLEASE VOLUNTEER TO SERVE ON ONE OF THESE PLANNING COMMITTEES.

Valmeyer Elementary School is hosting a family art night called “AN EVENING WITH THE MASTERS ‘06” on February 16^th at 6:30 p.m. Families with children in School up to 5^th Grade can participate. Families may choose from a wide variety of projects such as mobiles similar to Alexander Calder'’ work, create their own version of Van Gogh'’ Starry Night with acrylics or create a mosaic design on an object to be placed in the outdoor classroom / nature area next to the elementary wing. Interested families can contact Teena Riechmann (935-2100, extension 502) to RSVP for the event. RSVP’s are due February 3^rd. On March 9^th, at 6:30 p.m. the school will host an art exhibit to showcase the work done at “AN EVENING WITH THE MASTERS ‘06” and the public is invited to attend. Both events are made possible by a generous grant from the Bluffside Education Foundation.

VALMEYER MUSIC BOOSTERS FISH FRY AND MUSIC MARATHON – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24 in the Valmeyer School Multi Purpose Room. Serving from 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. with carryouts available at 3:30 p.m. Cod Plate includes 2 sides and a dessert. The menu will also include cod sandwiches and fish by the pound. Listen to the Valmeyer High School students perform their music solo and ensemble selections. All proceeds of this event go to the Valmeyer School Music Programs.

The Valmeyer Music Boosters are in need to new or gently-used baskets for their upcoming Dinner / Auction / Theater event. If you would like to donate baskets contact Susan Unterseh or Marcia Braswell at School.

VHS Band and Chorus members are now available for odd jobs . . . . . yard work, house cleaning, babysitting . . . whatever work you need done. All students are to be paid on a donation basis. Proceeds from this work will go toward the cost of the Music Department Spring Trip to the National Music Festival. Anyone interested in “hiring” a VHS student should contact Marcia Braswell at 935-2100, ext 403 or Mike Alexander at 935-2100, ext 232.

BUY YOUR TICKETS TODAY FOR THE 2006 ANNUAL MUSIC BOOSTER DINNER EXTRAVAGANZA - - - “A BITE OF THE BIG APPLE” - - - to take place on Saturday, March 18 at Valmeyer School featuring dinner, auction and a community talent showcase to benefit the Valmeyer School Music Department. The doors will open at 4:30 with the silent auction beginning at 5:00 p.m. Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. The silent auction will continue during dinner – while the costume contest and live auction will immediately follow dinner. The evening will also include induction of the 2006 Members to the Valmeyer School Music Hall of Fame. Ticket price for the evening is $20 per person. The menu will include the following: Tossed Green Salad with Dressing, Dinner Rolls and Butter, CHOICE OF ENTRÉE – Roasted Top Sirloin Steak with Jack Daniels Sauce or Rosemary Chicken; Bowtie Pasta with Oil / Butter / Garlic; Young Green Beans; CHOICE OF DESSERT – New York Style Cheesecake Parfait or Big Apple Crisp. There will be an optional costume contest for those interested in participating – Broadway Musical costumes are welcomed with prizes awarded in several categories. Babysitting services will be available, BUT SPACE IS LIMITED AND RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS SERVICE. Children Age 1 through 4^th grade will be accepted, and reservations must be made directly with Marcia Braswell or Mike Alexander at 935-2100 for the babysitting service. Tickets are available at First Bank in Valmeyer, Mike’s Convenience, Valmeyer Village Hall, First National Bank of Waterloo and Valmeyer School. Start planning now for the items to donate to the auction.

COMMUNITY VARIETY SHOW TO BE ENTERTAINMENT FOR DINNER THEATER - - - The 2006 Music Booster Dinner Theater event “A Bite of the Big Apple” will include a Community Variety Show. Anyone who would like to be considered for participation in the Variety Show should call VHS Choral Director Marcia Braswell at 935-2100, extension 403 or VHS Band Director Mike Alexander at 935-2100, extension 232 no later than Friday, February 17^th. Music and comedy acts will be considered.

LOOKING FOR MUSICIANS . . . . . . . The VHS Alumni Committee is searching for any alumnus who would like to perform with this year’s band at the Annual Alumni Dance on May 13^th. Any interested people should contact Scott Roever at csroev@htc.net or 935-2332 if they would like to perform a song with the “house” band. While the dance this year will have a band of VHS alumnus performing your favorite tunes, they are inviting any other alumnus to join them for a song of your choosing (as long as the band can learn it in time). Songs can be from any era or style.

Visit the School’s webpage at www.valmeyerk12.org . . . find the Original Voice of Valmeyer on line by visiting the Community Links section of this site. SEE YOU NEXT WEEK!!!!!!!!!!!!