Because of an Alton High soccer game later in the day on Saturday that they need to flip the facility for, our kickoff vs. Marquette will now be at noon. This is for this Saturday, September 9th.
Morning Announcements for:
Tuesday, September 5, 2023
**Are you a junior or senior girl wanting to work on community service projects or fundraise for charities? Please apply for the Big Sisters organization here at the high school! See Mrs. Miller in room E224 or Mrs. Parmentier in room M205 to pick up the application. All applications are due this Friday. New members will be inducted on Wednesday, September 27th.
**Lifetouch is here today to take photos of all students, faculty, and staff. Seniors, even if you plan to use a senior photo from an outside photographer for the yearbook, you need to get your photo taken by Lifetouch on Picture Day so that you will appear in the Class of 2024 composite photo.
**The East Alton Soapbox Derby is this Saturday, September 9th. If you would like to volunteer please sign up in the Attendance Center. Volunteers need to arrive at 9:00 am and the event will be over around 2 pm. All volunteers need to meet at the check station by Tropical Sno in East Alton (by the old EA Shop n Save). If you volunteer please wear an Oiler shirt or another appropriate t-shirt plus be sure to sign in and sign out. Again the sign up is in the Attendance Center.
**The Wood River Public Library is having a bracelet making party at the library on Monday, September 25 from 6:00-7:00 pm because we are in our Swiftie Era! Students ages 8-18 are invited to the library to make T.Swift bracelets to keep or swap with friends! This is a free event. If you have questions or to register to attend, please call the Wood River Public Library.
Juniors and Seniors: The Madison County Clerk is starting a student-led program where students are taught about the importance of voting and educate others about the importance of voting. The Student Ambassadors program trains high school juniors and seniors to register classmates to vote and also serve as election judges on election day. Any junior or senior that is at least 17 years old with a 3.0 GPA or higher may pick up a brochure with more information from the Attendance Center.
**There will be a Harvest queen candidate meeting after school today in the CCC. If you cannot make the meeting, please contact Mrs. Robinson.
**The Multiple Sclerosis Society is looking for volunteers to be on the Jump Team (Floater) for the upcoming ride to end Multiple Sclerosis this Sunday, September 10 at Lewis and Clark Community College. They are looking for 10-15 volunteers to assist from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm and 10-15 volunteers to help from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm. For more information, please check your email from Mrs. Robinson.
*Friday is the 1st Coronation Assembly and we will be following the 1st Coronation Assembly Schedule shared in the Schedules 23/24 Folder. All students will attend the assembly. East Building students sit on the east side of the gym and Main/South Building students sit on the west side of the gym. Voting will be online and I will send the ballot to 10th, 11th, and 12th graders after the assembly.
**Students please remember that you must continue to have a pass or be on a meeting roster to leave during academic lab.
**JFL is needing volunteers for this Saturday and Sunday to help with concessions and chain gang. On Saturday they need volunteers with concessions from 11:30-1:30 pm and for chain gang from 11:45-2:00 pm. On Sunday they need volunteers to help with concessions from 11:30-3:30 pm and chain gang 11:45-3:30 pm. If you would like to volunteer please sign in the Attendance Center.
**Guest forms for the Homecoming Dance on Saturday, September 30th, are available in the Attendance Center. If a student plans to bring a guest the form must be turned in by September 22nd. Rules about which guests can and can’t attend the dance are listed on the form. More information regarding Coronation and the dance will be available in the coming weeks.
Here are the pairings for our annual EAWR Volleyball Invitational Tournament this Saturday. All games will be played in Memorial Gym. Admission is $5 and good for all day. No passes accepted.
Great job Oiler Pride Band!!
Spirit club tailgate, band and student section--EAWR 7 CM 7
First Responders Night at EAWR
Thank You For Your Service!!
Oiler Dan is ready for an Oiler victory!!
Oiler pep rally this afternoon!!
Morning Announcements for:
Friday, August 31, 2023
**Are you a junior or senior girl wanting to work on community service projects or fundraise for charities? Please apply for the Big Sisters organization here at the high school! See Mrs. Miller in room E224 or Mrs. Parmentier in room M205 to pick up the application. All applications are due by next Friday, September 8th. New members will be inducted on Wednesday, September 27th.
**Lifetouch will be here next Tuesday, September 5 to take photos of all students, faculty, and staff. Seniors, even if you plan to use a senior photo from an outside photographer for the yearbook, you need to get your photo taken by Lifetouch on Picture Day so that you will appear in the Class of 2024 composite photo.
**The East Alton Soapbox Derby is next Saturday, September 9th. If you would like to volunteer please sign up in the Attendance Center. Volunteers need to arrive at 9:00 am and the event will be over around 2 pm. All volunteers need to meet at the check station by Tropical Sno in East Alton (by the old EA Shop n Save). If you volunteer please wear an Oiler shirt or another appropriate t-shirt plus be sure to sign in and sign out. Again the sign up is in the Attendance Center.
**The Wood River Public Library is having a bracelet making party at the library on Monday, September 25 from 6:00-7:00 pm because we are in our Swiftie Era! Students ages 8-18 are invited to the library to make T.Swift bracelets to keep or swap with friends! This is a free event. If you have questions or to register to attend, please call the Wood River Public Library.
**There will be a Harvest queen candidate meeting after school next Tuesday in the CCC. If you cannot make the meeting, please contact Mrs. Robinson.
**After school tutoring will be every day after school from 2:30-3:00 in the Resource Room located in the East Building. If there are questions please stop by the Attendance Center.
**The Multiple Sclerosis Society is looking for volunteers to be on the Jump Team (Floater) for the upcoming ride to end Multiple Sclerosis on Sunday, September 10 at Lewis and Clark Community College. They are looking for 10-15 volunteers to assist from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm and 10-15 volunteers to help from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm. For more information, please check your email from Mrs. Robinson.
**Tonight’s theme for Football is red/white/blue--sunglasses will be the giveaway for the student section.
**There will be a tailgate tonight from 6:15-6:40 before the varsity football game. We will have pizza, chips, soda/water. This is free for all EAWR students and EAWR staff. Please also sit in the student section at the game and line up for the field outside the tunnel for pregame.
**This is a reminder to students that the cafe is NOT open during passing periods, even with a pass. Before school, it will close at 7:55 when the bell rings. We have a large number of students attempting to come during these times. The Cafe’ workers are also transitioning to their classes during passing periods. Thank you so much for your help with this going forward.
**There is no school on Monday in observance of Labor Day.
Good morning Oiler Nation!
Here is our Labor Day Weekend schedule and results from Thursday's games. Let's go Oilers!
Puffs auditions are underway! We have some talented students.
Morning Announcements for:
Thursday, August 31, 2023
**Student Council will have their 1st meeting today in room E206 during academic lab. If you filled out the application, please attend. Teachers, the list of students who applied is in the meetings folder on google drive.
**Are you interested in acting or working in the fall production PUFFS? PUFFS is a Harry Potter spin-off comedy suited for all ages! Auditions will be tonight starting at 6pm. You can sign-up for backstage crew during this time.
**Are you a junior or senior girl wanting to work on community service projects or fundraise for charities? Please apply for the Big Sisters organization here at the high school! See Mrs. Miller in room E224 or Mrs. Parmentier in room M205 to pick up the application. All applications are due by Friday, September 8th. New members will be inducted on Wednesday, September 27th.
**Students: The weekend food survey was sent out on Monday. Please make sure to complete it this morning.
**Lifetouch will be here on September 5 to take photos of all students, faculty, and staff. Seniors, even if you plan to use a senior photo from an outside photographer for the yearbook, you need to get your photo taken by Lifetouch on Picture Day so that you will appear in the Class of 2024 composite photo.
**The East Alton Soapbox Derby is Saturday, September 9th. If you would like to volunteer please sign up in the Attendance Center. Volunteers need to arrive at 9:00 am and the event will be over around 2 pm. All volunteers need to meet at the check station by Tropical Sno in East Alton (by the old EA Shop n Save). If you volunteer please wear an Oiler shirt or another appropriate t-shirt plus be sure to sign in and sign out. Again the sign up is in the Attendance Center.
**There will be a Harvest queen candidate meeting after school next Tuesday in the CCC. If you cannot make the meeting, please contact Mrs. Robinson.
**After school tutoring will be every day after school from 2:30-3:00 in the Resource Room located in the East Building. If there are questions please stop by the Attendance Center.
**Tonight’s theme for Soccer and Volleyball is gold rush--wear gold
**Tomorrow night’s theme for Football is red/white/blue--sunglasses will be the giveaway for the student section.
**There will be a tailgate tomorrow from 6:15-6:40 before the varsity football game. This week we will have pizza, chips, soda/water. This is free for all EAWR students and EAWR staff. Please also sit in the student section at the game and line up for the field outside the tunnel for pregame.
**This is a reminder to students that the cafe is NOT open during passing periods, even with a pass. Before school, it will close at 7:55 when the bell rings. We have a large number of students attempting to come during these times. The Cafe’ workers are also transitioning to their classes during passing periods. Thank you so much for your help with this going forward.
**There is no school on Monday in observance of Labor Day.
Wood River-Hartford Elementary Pre-K Screening
Morning Announcements for:
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
**Are you interested in acting or working in the fall production PUFFS? PUFFS is a Harry Potter spin-off comedy suited for all ages! Auditions will be tomorrow starting at 6pm. You can sign-up for backstage crew during this time.
**Students: The weekend food survey was sent out on Monday. Please make sure to complete that before tomorrow morning.
**Spirit club will be meeting today during academic lab in room E121 to plan the pep assembly. Spirit club will also have a short meeting after school today in the courtyard. The spirit club roster has been shared with seniors.
**Lifetouch will be here on September 5 to take photos of all students, faculty, and staff. Seniors, even if you plan to use a senior photo from an outside photographer for the yearbook, you need to get your photo taken by Lifetouch on Picture Day so that you will appear in the Class of 2024 composite photo.
**The East Alton Soapbox Derby is Saturday, September 9th. If you would like to volunteer please sign up in the Attendance Center. Volunteers need to arrive at 9:00 am and the event will be over around 2 pm. All volunteers need to meet at the check station by Tropical Sno in East Alton (by the old EA Shop n Save). If you volunteer please wear an Oiler shirt or another appropriate t-shirt plus be sure to sign in and sign out. Again the sign up is in the Attendance Center.
**There will be a Harvest queen candidate meeting after school on Tuesday in the CCC. If you cannot make the meeting, please contact Mrs. Robinson.
**After school tutoring will be every day after school from 2:30-3:00 in the Resource Room located in the East Building. If there are questions please stop by the Attendance Center.
**Here are the themes for this week's games.
Tomorrow, August 31st--Soccer and Volleyball--gold rush--wear gold
Friday, September 1st--Football--red/white/blue--sunglasses will be the giveaway for the student section.
**There will be a tailgate this Friday from 6:15-6:40 before the varsity football game. This week we will have pizza, chips, soda/water. This is free for all EAWR students and EAWR staff. Please also sit in the student section at the game and line up for the field outside the tunnel for pregame.
**There is no school on Monday in observance of Labor Day.
Results from Tuesday and today's schedule. Reminder, if coming to the boys soccer game today at EAWR, spectators may enter through the gates by the softball or baseball fields. The bleachers are reserved for our student section so specators may want to bring chairs.
Congratulations to the Oiler JV and Varsity volleyball teams on their win over Southwestern tonight.
Morning Announcements for:
Tuesday, August 29, 2023
ATTENTION GAMERS! Sign-ups for Mario Kart and Valorant are going on right now! Practices began yesterday after school in the College and Career Center. If you are interested in playing Mario Kart or Valorant, or just have any questions, stop by the College and Career Center and contact Coach Drew or Coach Mattix-Wand.
**Are you interested in acting or working in the fall production PUFFS? PUFFS is a Harry Potter spin-off comedy suited for all ages! Auditions will be this Thursday starting at 6pm. You can sign-up for backstage crew during this time.
**Spirit club will be meeting tomorrow during academic lab in room E121 to plan the pep assembly. Spirit club will also have a short meeting after school tomorrow in the courtyard. The spirit club roster has been shared with seniors. If you want to join, please put your name on the list before tomorrow.
**Lifetouch will be here on September 5 to take photos of all students, faculty, and staff. Seniors, even if you plan to use a senior photo from an outside photographer for the yearbook, you need to get your photo taken by Lifetouch on Picture Day so that you will appear in the Class of 2024 composite photo.
**The East Alton Soapbox Derby is Saturday, September 9th. If you would like to volunteer please sign up in the Attendance Center. Volunteers need to arrive at 9:00 am and the event will be over around 2 pm. All volunteers need to meet at the check station by Tropical Sno in East Alton (by the old EA Shop n Save). If you volunteer please wear an Oiler shirt or another appropriate t-shirt plus be sure to sign in and sign out. Again the sign up is in the Attendance Center.
**After school tutoring will be every day after school from 2:30-3:00 in the Resource Room located in the East Building. If there are questions please stop by the Attendance Center.
**Here are the themes for this week's games.
Tuesday, August 29th--Volleyball--Construction worker. There will be hats for the student section and vests for seniors.
Thursday, August 31st--Soccer and Volleyball--gold rush--wear gold
Friday, September 1st--Football--red/white/blue--sunglasses will be the giveaway for the student section.
**There will be a tailgate this Friday from 6:15-6:40 before the varsity football game. This week we will have pizza, chips, soda/water. This is free for all EAWR students and EAWR staff. Please also sit in the student section at the game and line up for the field outside the tunnel for pregame.
The Varsity Baseball Head Coach position is open. Interested individuals should contact AD, Mark Beatty using the contact information at the bottom of the job posting.
Athletic results from Monday and Tuesday's schedule. Let's go Oilers!
Morning Announcements for:
Monday, August 28, 2023
**Reminder that today we start the 2:30 dismissal schedule that includes academic lab.
ATTENTION GAMERS! Sign-ups for Mario Kart and Valorant are going on right now! Practice will begin today after school in the College and Career Center. If you are interested in playing Mario Kart or Valorant, or just have any questions, stop by the College and Career Center and contact Coach Drew or Coach Mattix-Wand.
**Attention all students who are interested in joining Drama Club: There will be a meeting in the Auditorium today at 5pm. All students from any grade level are welcome to hear more about the year and how they can be involved both on and off the stage.
**Are you interested in acting or working in the fall production PUFFS? PUFFS is a Harry Potter spin-off comedy suited for all ages! Auditions will be this Thursday starting at 6pm. You can sign-up for backstage crew during this time.
**Spirit club will be meeting Wednesday during academic lab in room E121 to plan the pep assembly. Spirit club will also have a short meeting after school Wednesday in the courtyard. The spirit club roster has been shared with seniors. If you want to join, please put your name on the list before Wednesday.
**Lifetouch will be here on September 5 to take photos of all students, faculty, and staff. Seniors, even if you plan to use a senior photo from an outside photographer for the yearbook, you need to get your photo taken by Lifetouch on Picture Day so that you will appear in the Class of 2024 composite photo.
**Art Club will have its first meeting today during Academic Lab. If you would like to join, please come to the Art Room, M-009, at 10:45 today. You do not need to be enrolled in an art class to join.
**The Dungeons & Dragons Club will have its first meeting this Friday during Academic Lab. If you are interested in joining, please come to the Student Center in the basement of the Main Building at 10:45 on Friday.
