Daily Announcements friday, OCTOBER 30th, 2015

The Tiger Clause: Our Student Pledge We, the students of Thompson, pledge to: Be on time everyday and put forth our best effort by participating in the learning opportunities offered to us, demonstrate good character at all times and take responsibility for our actions. We pledge to make our school a positive, caring environment in which we respect our differences and where we pull others up instead of putting them down. Wilson, 2014

SAVE THE DATE! Thompson’s 4 th annual 5k & 1 mile fun run Saturday, April 23 rd Watch for announcement when registration opens!

T-shirt Design contest Calling all artists! We need a logo for the 2015 Tiger Roar 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run! The winning design will be on all of the t- shirts printed for the run on Saturday, April 23 rd ! Submit your design to Miss Bois or Mrs. Lagger by Friday, November 6 th

ART CLUB We will be running not one, but two sessions of Art Club this school year; one in November and December, and another in January and February. We will meet in Mrs. Robinson's room, 2113, on Mondays from 3-4 PM. Space is limited so please see Mrs. Robinson for a permission slip this week to reserve your spot!

This Fall, Thompson is presenting a new event… It’s the… Wait for it… So much suspense… Details will appear soon—you’ve been warned…

Who: Only those who know how to have a good time When: Friday, October 30 from 6-7:30 PM Why: To party What: Candy, pizza, pop, snacks, The Haunted Hallway, costumes (optional), ghoulish games, creepy challenges, prizes, spooky selfie station, poppin' music, terrifying decor, free stuff, and surprises

BOO GRAMS ARE HERE!! NJHS will be selling Boo Grams during homeroom this Monday through Thursday! They will be 1 for $1.00 or 3 for $2.00. You must include the first and last name of the person you are giving them to and that person’s homeroom teacher.

Let The Thompson Athletic Department Help You! Is Your Sock Game On Point? Tiger Logo Camo Crew $18 “Elite” Style With Tigers $15 If you are interested in looking fabulous on the court, making all the others envious on “crazy sock day” or just keeping your feet toasty this winter, see Mr. Donovan in Room 2359 or Mrs. Clements in the Main Office to purchase a pair!! Hurry, they will go fast!!

Whip like a werewolf Neigh-Neigh like a nightmare Hit the Quan with Candy Corn Cupid Shuffle like a cat Do the Stanky Leg like a spider Have plans on Friday, Oct. 30? Drop them & see how we drop the beat at the Monster Mash.

Cooking Club Members!!! Cooking club will be this Thursday, October 29 th at 3:15! See you then! Change of date

Aggressiveness Passiveness Put downs, yelling and physical violence. This disrespects others! Avoiding, giving in, not expressing your feelings. This disrespects you!! Character Counts! Be Assertive!-- Express what you think and feel in a positive way. Create mutual respect! Wilson, 2015

Red Ribbon Week Nov. 2 – Nov. 5 DayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursday ThemeStay in the Game! Be Drug Free! We are Superheroes, Not Zeroes! Drug Free and Proud! Orange you glad you’re DRUG FREE! ActivityBrainstorm ideas for Door Decorating Contest in HR Red Ribbon Hunt/ Door Decorating Contest in HR Finish Door Decorating Contest in HR Assembly in Morning/ Door Decorating Judging (Prize will be awarded Monday) DressWear a Sports Jersey Like a Superhero Wear Red8 th - Orange 7 th - Black 6 th - White

NAILED IT. Are either one of these YOUR costume? Do you not have a costume? PERFECT! See you at the Monster Mash tomorrow from 6- 7:30. Tickets are $2 at lunch and $3 at the door. Game cards (good for 6 games) are $3 and will be sold at the event.

BASKETBALL RESULTS The 8 th grade basketball team defeated Murphy last night 39 – 25 and 42 – 31, to give the Tigers a 4 – 0 start to the season. Strong team defense led to the victory in the first game. Jack Kahoun and Will Wainscott led the offense with 9 points. Jack Marker, AJ Fruend and Joey Niesman all contributed in the victory. Marchelo Nelson led the offense with 10 points and Damien Barraza chipped in with 9 points. Ryan Lemerman, Ryan Kazda and Bennett Wojcik alson contributed in the win.

HAUNTED HALLWAY Going to the Monster Mash?? Be sure to visit the HAUNTED HALLWAY hosted by NJHS. The Haunted Hallway costs $1.00. It is NOT included with buying a dance ticket. Don't forget $1.00 for the Haunted Hallway!!