Atchison County Mail

December 24, 2015 Page 9

Blue Jay Corner

Christmas Crossword

Christmas Crossword

By Dayle Davis

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Across
1 The jolly old fellow
that comes down the
chimney.
4 This reindeer has a
red nose.
5 Many people hang
these bright things
outside of their
homes.
9 A feathery ice crystal
that falls from the
sky.
10 The delicious, hot
drink that warms you
up on a cold winter's
day. (2 Words)
11 One of Santa's
helpers, also a
popular holiday
movie.

Popular Christmas Gifts 2015

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2
3
6
7
8

Down
Filled with many
goodies- or coal, if you
have been naughty.
Decorated with many
beautiful ornaments.
A favorite holiday song
for kids.
Filled with lots of toys
for all the little girls
and boys.
Don't get caught under
this- or else you will
have to give someone
a kiss!
Peppermint-flavored
stick. (2 Words)

By Montana Martin

For Children:

1. Fisher-Price Smart Toy Bear $69.99

2. Footwelt Mini Self-Balancing 2 Wheel Scooter with
LED Light $365
3. Girl Scout Cookie Oven $59.99
4. Guitar Hero Live $79.99
5. Star Wars: Episode VII The Force Awakens - R2-D2 Interactive
Robotic Droid $159.99

For Women:

1. iPhone 6s in Rose Gold $199

2. Kindle Fire HDX $134.67
3. Wireless Fitbit Charge HR Activity Band $147
4. Starbucks Verismo 580 Brewer $99
5. The Amazon Echo $180

For Men:

1. Halo 5: Guardians $52.89

2. Samsung Gear VR $99.99
3. MVMT Black Stainless Steel Watch $100
4. Fitbit Surge Fitness Tracker $249
5. Spicebomb Cologne by Viktor & Rolf $90

End of First Semester

Answers: Across: 1. Santa; 4. Rudolph; 5. lights; 9. snowflake; 10. hot chocolate;

11. elf Down: 1. stocking; 2. tree; 3. jinglebells; 6. sleigh; 7. mistletoe; 8. candy cane

Top 10 Christmas Songs of All Time

It is said that Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year.

You can literally feel and see the Christmas cheer everywhere
you go. But nothing sets the Christmas mood better than the
holiday-themed music. Over the years, dozens of our favorite
musicians have either remade the classic Christmas songs that
we adore, or have written new ones that have started to grow
on us. Whether an old fashioned classic or a new holiday hit, all
Christmas music holds a special place in our societys hearts. According to www.top40.about.com, these are the top 10 Christmas songs of all time.
1. The Christmas Song - Nat King Cole (1961)
2. Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas - Judy Garland
(1944)
3. Happy Xmas (War is Over) - John Lennon (1971)
4. O Holy Night - Celine Dion (1998)
5. Santa Claus Is Coming To Town -Bruce Springsteen & Bon
Jovi (2003)
6. Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) - U2 (1987)
7. Jingle Bell Rock - Billy Idol (2006)
8. The Little Drummer Boy - David Bowie & King Crosby
(1977)
9. Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer - Jewel (1999)
10. White Christmas - Bing Crosby (1942)
By Chloe Sierks

Student newspaper of
lue
ay
Rock Port R-II Schools.
600 S. Nebraska Street
corner
Rock Port, MO 64482
Layout/Editors: Dayle Davis & Chloe Sierks. Adviser: Amy
Skillen. Staff: Montana Martin, Jackie Bradley, Hannah Miller,
Jade Lemmon, Catyn Chamberlain, Payton Schomburg, Kaleigh Farmer, McKenna Barnhart, Erika Dietze.

By Chloe Sierks
As the end of the semester winds down, RPHS students are having bittersweet moments. For the seniors, the end of the semester
puts them one step closer to graduation. For some, this a nerveracking thought; but for others, it is the only thing that is pushing
them through the remainder of the year. Christmas break couldnt
have come at a better time. You can see in the hallways that the
students are getting restless and are more than ready for a twoweek break. The high school winter athletes, however, are probably feeling more bitter than sweet because of their busy schedules over the break. The girls basketball team will be traveling
to LeBlond for the annual holiday tournament on the 28th, 29th,
and the 30th. The boys will also be participating in a holiday tournament in Trenton for the 21st and the 22nd. We wish all of the
basketball athletes luck in these tournaments. There is also no
rest for the wrestlers this winter break. The wrestling team will be
traveling to Lexington on both the 18th and the 19th. Good luck
boys! Anticipation grows more and more each day with the hope
that the new gym will be ready for use upon our return on January 5th. We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday and hope to
see everyone back at school with refreshed minds and attitudes.

MAKE YOUR OWN: MAGIC REINDEER FOOD

Ingredients:
-1/2 cup porridge oats
-1 tsp edible red glitter
-1 tsp edible green glitter
Directions:
1. Mix oats and glitter in a
small bowl until combined.
2. Spoon into a snack-sized
bag and seal carefully.
3. Make a pretty label for
your reindeer food!
4. On Christmas Eve,

Tarkio Glass Company

May the joy and

peace of Christmas
be with you today
and always.

Dave & Sharon Wynn

708 Walnut St. | Tarkio
(816) 351-2037

Davis Concrete
Works
Gary & Kris Davis

Merry
Christmas!

We would like to take this time to wish you

and yours a very Merry Christmas!
We will close at noon on December 24
and be closed December 25.

HIAWATHA IMPLEMENT
HWY. 59 - MOUND CITY
(660) 442-3814
OR (888) 742-3814

Wednesday, Dec. 23 - Winter Break NO SCHOOL

- School resumes on Tuesday, January 5,
2016
Thursday, Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve
Friday, Dec. 25 - Merry Christmas
Monday, Dec. 28 - NO SCHOOL Rock Port Girls
play Falls City in LeBlond Holiday Tournament,
10 a.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 29 - NO SCHOOL Rock Port Girls
play in LeBlond Holiday Tournament, Time TBA
Wednesday, Dec. 30 - LeBlond Holiday Tournament

sprinkle the magic reindeer

food outside while reciting:
Sprinkle on the lawn at night
The moon will make it
sparkle bright
As Santas reindeer fly and
roam
This will guide them to your
home!
5. Snuggle down in bed and
listen for sleigh bells!

Merry Christmas
To All Our Faithful Friends
We're
grateful for
your
generous
support.

Merry Christmas

Many thanks for your loyal support.

Rock Port Oil

Rock Port Firemen

May you and yours have the spirit

of Christmas which is peace, the
gladness of Christmas which is
hope, and the heart of Christmas
which is love.

We really appreciate your

support and look forward to
your continued friendship.

Festive tidings to
one and all!

517 S. Main Street Rock Port (660) 744-2411

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Watts Cleaners
Betty & Jim

408 S Main Street Rock Port (660) 744-2200