Greetings! TEAM spirits were high during our homecoming activities this past week! A HUGE thank you to all who helped, participated, and encouraged their students to participate in Days of Thunder. Sadly the Staff vs. Student Kickball game on Monday had to be canceled, but we hope that we can plan it again in the future. Manufacturing Day was also canceled on Tuesday, but the turn out for the Video Game Tournament Tuesday evening was great with over 40 students coming to check out the new game room in the Osceola Hall basement (see attached Video Game Tournament.jpg). Wednesday was Dodgeball where seven teams participated with Team “Don’t Worry About It” coming from behind to win it all! Thursday’s Bubble Soccer and Zorb Racing at the LLRC was regarded highly by the students who participated. Friday capped it all off with the Ribbon Cutting and Dedication Ceremony for Osceola Hall followed by a free lunch for faculty and staff. Thank you again for all who participated and encouraged others to participate, and a special thank you to the LLRC for allowing Days of Thunder to commandeer the facility for almost two full days this week. (Submitted by Nicole Steele) Special thanks to Nicole Steele and the Days of Thunder Committee for planning the week’s activities. Weekly Updates:

This week (September 25 – 29) students and staff in the Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) program celebrated National and Iowa Adult Education and Family Literacy week. NCC’s AEL program offers English as a Second Language (ESL), High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), Spanish HSED, STAR Reading Strategies class (HSED and ESL), and Citizenship classes. This week posters were placed across campus and at off-campus venue sites, students wrote paragraphs to their legislators and others about why adult education is important to them and how it has impacted their lives, and instructors held in-class discussions about why students have chosen to attend AEL classes and what their goals are. Instructors and students also brought treats to class to celebrate. Please see the attached document for pictures of the students the AEL program serves. (See attachment AEFL Week.pdf.)

Holly DeGrote was featured in an article in the September 25 edition of the Sioux City Journal. Check out the story here: http://siouxcityjournal.com/news/local/columnists/horlyk/horlyk-books-inspire-sheldon-artist-s-work/article_b3db5f05-f99d-545e-a115-c4dc3defc42e.html

Board member Larry Hoekstra and Alethea Stubbe were among the 1,600 attendees (51 from Iowa) at the 2017 Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Congress Monday through Thursday, September 25-29, “Pathways to Prosperity,” in Las Vegas, NV. Special conference tracks were offered on Addressing Workforce Needs, New Pathways to Student Success, Combating Poverty, Promoting Diversity and Strengthening Citizenship, Security, Expanding the Mission, and Strengthening Governance. Opening keynote speakers were Lonnie Johnson, President and Founder of Johnson Research and Development Co., Inc. and Cesar Conde, Chairman of the NBCUniversal International Group.

This year NCC was a regional host site for student electricians to compete in the IDEAL National contest. There were almost 50 ICW/ET students that participated in this timed event. (See attached pictures in the 09 29 17 IDEAL.docx.)

On Thursday, September 28, Steve Waldstein (guest of the Iowa Department of Education), Ryan Cannoy & Roger Solberg (guests of Iowa Master Builders), Phil Louters & students Jack DeBoer, Austin Campbell, Jon Reyes (guests of Brittney Lensch from Interstates) attended the Iowa Skilled Trades Dinner at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines. Guest speakers included Governor Kim Reynolds and Discovery Channel Dirty Jobs host, Mike Rowe. (See attached pictures of Louters & Students.png and Mike Rowe.jpg.)

Jan Snyder attended the Iowa Department of Education Accreditation Advisory Committee meeting at the DMACC Campus on Friday, September 29.

The Sheldon Chamber of Commerce hosted a Ribbon Cutting for Osceola Hall on Friday morning, September 29. Alethea Stubbe and Adam Besaw, Vice President of the NCC Board of Trustees, provided thanks and comments regarding the most recent addition to the NCC Campus. Shanelle Matus, Sheldon Chamber Director, officiated over the ribbon cutting ceremony. Osceola Hall provides residential access to 43 students and has space for a high tech gaming center which can serve as a storm shelter for all NCC students living on campus.

Fall Life and Leisure Classes Update: o Enhancing Your Waltz Steps, starting October 2 at the LLRC, taught by

Annie McCabe -- Click here for more details! o Boost Your Swing Dance Skills, starting October 2 at the LLRC, taught by

Annie McCabe -- Click here for more details! o Saving Your Digital Images, starting October 10 at Centrum Foto Studio in

Orange City, taught by Ken Fry -- Click here for more details!

With Veteran’s Day quickly approaching, NCC’s Recognition Team would again like to acknowledge those employees and students who have or are currently serving our country. Please let Sandy Bruns know by October 20 if you have served or are serving in any branch of the armed services and the branch of service you are serving in. If it is an immediate family member, please provide me with their name along with their branch of service. Thank you.

You have one last chance to sign up on Monday for the 5th Annual Reds, Whites and Women event! Here’s what you need to know:

The event is Monday, October 2, at Calico Skies Winery, Inwood (located approximately five miles west of Inwood on Highway 18).

Doors open and Silent Auction begins at 6:00. Program and meal begins at 6:30.

Meal will include grilled bourbon sirloin or roasted turkey, seasoned baby red potatoes, baked California medley, homemade dinner rolls, and dessert from the

Cedar Rock Grill.

Comedy will be provided by the Basement Dwellers Improv Comedy team from Sioux Falls.

Bid on any of the over 40 SILENT AUCTION items (includes home décor, jewelry, handbags, high quality salon items, and more!).

Tickets are $50 per person which includes food and entertainment.

Proceeds support scholarship opportunities for NCC students. Bring a friend and enjoy a great night out! If you have any questions, please contact the Foundation Office at 324-

5061.

Next week: o Monday – Friday, October 2-6 – Manufacturing Week o Monday, October 2 – Reds, Whites, and Women Foundation event o Tuesday, October 3 – Heavy Equipment workshop at Rock Valley work

site o Wednesday, October 4 – Northwest Iowa Manufacturing Sector

Partnerships meetings in Rock Valley, Sioux Center, and Sheldon o Thursday, October 5 – Northwest AEA Superintendents’ meeting in

LeMars o Friday, October 6 – Interstates Electric Career Workshop in Sioux Center

Upcoming Events: o October 9 – Jr. Career Day/Campus Awareness o October 10 – Instructional Workday o October 11 – Okoboji High School campus visit o October 20 – Midterm Instructional Workday

Happy Birthday!

o Sunday, October 1 – Russ Gaalswyk, Greta Giese o Wednesday, October 4 – Nancy Filkins, Lee Van Kley, Sheila Van Engen,

Gretchen Bartelson o Friday, October 6 – Michaela Youngers o Sunday, October 8 – Mary Cowan, Aaron Dvorak

The Thunder rolled all week with Days of Thunder closing out September. Enjoy the final day of September on Saturday. Hello, October!

In your service,

Alethea F. Stubbe, Ph.D. Alethea F. Stubbe, Ph.D. President

Adult Education and

Literacy (AEL) Department

Hawarden ESL class

Instructor: Todd Zinnel

Sioux Center Morning ESL class

Instructor: Dianna Stallmann

Sioux Center STAR Reading Class (HSED and ESL)

Instructor: Ginger Culpepper

Sioux Center Citizenship Class

Instructor: Todd Zinnel

Sioux Center Evening ESL class

Instructor: Ginger Culpepper

Rock Valley ESL class

Instructor: Dianna Stallmann

Sheldon ESL class

Instructor: Brady Dyson

Spanish High School Equivalency Diploma

(HSED) class

Instructor: Brady Dyson

High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED)-

Reading/Writing

Instructor: Karinne O’Ram

HSED Math Morning

Instructor: Karinne O’Ram

HSED Math Evening

Instructor: Karinne O’Ram

Silent Auction Item #1

Decorative wall clock. Stands approximately 22” tall.

Donated by: The Flower Box –George, IA

Retail Value: $40Minimum Bid: $20

Silent Auction Item #2

Stylish oversized purse/briefcase. Black leather.Donated by: Rumor Mill Boutique - George, IA

Retail Value: $90 Minimum Bid: $30

Silent Auction Item #3Fall Centerpiece, created by former Reds, Whites and Women’s presenter Bonnie Poppen!

Donated by:

Homeology in Rock RapidsRetail Value: $98 Minimum Bid: $40

Silent Auction Item #4

Carpet Cleaning PackageDonated by:

Deep Clean Carpet Cleaning & Restoration –George, IA

Retail Value: $200 Minimum Bid: $ 75

Silent Auction Item #5

Quilted purse and matching walletDonated by:

Ben Franklin – Sheldon, IA

Retail Value: $55 Minimum Bid: $30

Silent Auction Item #6

Obaku Women’s Watch

Donated by:

Windmill Park Jewelers - Orange City, IA

Retail Value: $189 Minimum Bid: $50

Silent Auction Item #7

Large Framed Wall Art (size is approximately 42” x 42”. NCC will transport back to Sheldon if requested by purchaser)

Donated by:

The Furniture Mart – Sioux Center, IARetail Value: $249 Minimum Bid: $50

Silent Auction Item #8

Elle Sterling Silver Cushion Cut CZ EarringsDonated by:

Pat’s Jewelry Centre - Sioux Center, IA

Retail Value: $75 Minimum Bid: $35

Silent Auction Item #9

Caldera dish soap and hand lotion, decorative candle, and silver/turquoise necklace.

Donated by: The Holland House - Orange City, IAAlissa Ryan Boutique - Sheldon, IA

Retail Value: $85Minimum Bid: $30

Silent Auction Item #10

“HOME” wooden decorative wall hanging (approximately 16” long)

Donated by: Expression Floral & Home Décor - Sioux Center, IARetail Value: $25 Minimum Bid: $10

Silent Auction Item #11

One night’s stay at the Americinn in SibleyDonated by: Americinn - Sibley, IA

Minimum Bid: $40

Silent Auction Item #12

One Free Class from the Stitch Studio in Orange City

Donated by: Stitch Studio - Orange City

Retail Value: $30 Minimum Bid: $15

Silent Auction Items #13Natural garnet pennant with center diamond. Custom made in Rock Rapids.

Donated by: Palace Jewelry - Rock Rapids, IARetail Value: $275 Minimum Bid: $50

Silent Auction Item #14

Google Home hands-free assistant. Enjoy music, get answers, manage everyday tasks and control smart devices.Donated by:

Webclimber Services – George, IARetail Value: $129 Minimum Bid: $50

Silent Auction Item #15

Natural Life Water Bottle and $15 gift certificate to Lillians in Rock Rapids.

Donated by: Lillians of Rock Rapids

Retail Value: $50Minimum Bid: $20

Silent Auction Item #16

“Thankful” decorative pillow and $50 gift card to the Orange City Area Health Systems Gift ShopDonated by: Jackie’s Floral in Hartley Orange City Area Health SystemRetail Value: $75 Minimum Bid: $30

Silent Auction Item #17

Inspirational wall hanging &MaeB’s shirt (wall hanging is 27” x 35”)

Donated by: Mae B – Hartley, IAMinimum Bid: $40

Silent Auction Item #18

Gardener’s BasketDonated by: Green World in Sioux Center

Retail Value: $60 Minimum Bid: $30

Silent Auction Item #19

Ornamental Pottery(approximately 9” in diameter)

Donated by: Kraai Furniture -Orange City

Minimum Bid: $15

Silent Auction Item #20

Round of Golf for four with carts at “The Falls Golf Resort” & autographed Rees Jones flagDonated by: Grand Falls Casino and Golf Resort

Retail Value: $220 Minimum Bid: $75

Silent Auction Item #21

Homemade tote bag filled with groceriesDonated by: Anonymous

Minimum Bid: $25

Silent Auction Item #22

Porcelain Candle Pillars(approximately 10 ½” and 8 ½” inches tall)

Donated by: First Impressions Interior Design - Rock Valley, IA

Retail Value: $45 Minimum Bid: $20

Silent Auction Item #23

Awapuhi Haircare items and Lipsense Lip products

Donated by: Impressions Salon – Sheldon, IA

Retail Value: $150 Minimum Bid: $40

Silent Auction Item #24

Decorative Fall Craft

Donated by:4 Speckled Hens and their Chicks - Alton, IA

Retail Value: $25

Minimum Bid: $10

Silent Auction Item #25

Hempz lotion and body wash and set of two jute pouches

Donated by: Missy’s - Sheldon, IARenae’s Salon & Spa - Sioux Center, IA

Retail Value:$72 Minimum Bid: $25

Silent Auction Items #26

“Coffee” decoration and 12 oz. of fresh “Lantern Blend” coffee beans

Donated by: April’s Floral Boutique - Orange City, IAThe Lantern - Sibley, IA

Minimum Bid: $15

Silent Auction Items #27

“Into The Woods” pamper basket. Includes hand & body soap, soap bar, and foaming hand soap.

Donated by: Marigolds – Sheldon, IA

Retail Value: $35 Minimum Bid: $20

Silent Auction Items #28

60 minute Massage from These2Hands in Rock Valley & Buttered Maple Syrup CandleDonated by: These2Hands - Rock Valley, IAThe Porch on Main - Sibley, IA

Minimum Bid: $40

Silent Auction Items #29

Two certificates for a painting event held through Creative Spirits & custom painted mason jar decoration

Donated by: Creative Spirits - Sioux Falls, SD

Minimum Bid: $30

Silent Auction Items #30

“Welcome” sign custom made by Creative Spirits. (Approximately 18” in length)Donated by: Creative Spirits - Sioux Falls, SD

Minimum Bid: $20

Silent Auction Items #31

Basket of Kenra Haircare products and $25 gift certificate to Vamp Salon.

Donated by: Vamp Salon – Sheldon, IA

Retail Value: $126 Minimum Bid: $50

Silent Auction Items #32

Sterling Silver Ankle Bracelet. Custom made in Rock Rapids.

Donated by: Palace Jewelry - Rock Rapids, IA

Retail Value: $ 165 Minimum Bid: $50

Silent Auction Items #33 - 45

Twelve succulent centerpieces very similar to the one shown will be available for purchase. They will be auctioned off separately.

Retail Value: $29/decoration Minimum Bid: $20/decoration