Sports : Fall Athletics Achieve Academic Recognition @ V-S HS!

November 23, 2010: During each activity season in Iowa, high school students are not only recognized for their accomplishments as performers or as athletes, but also recognized for their efforts in the classroom. The Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District is proud of the efforts our students put forth in the classroom. During the fall 2010 activity season, the following teams or groups have achieved state-wide academic recognition for their efforts.

Team/Group Coach Academic Status State Organization

Girls Volleyball Stephanie Miller Excellence Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union

Girls Swimming Mike Dominick Excellence Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union

Girls Cross Country John Frazier Excellence Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union

Boys Cross Country John Frazier Excellence Iowa High School Athletic Association

Fall Cheerleading

(Football) Krystal Fitzpatrick Excellence Iowa High School Athletic Association

Achievement is based upon team GPA for 2010-11 1st trimester.

Standards for Academic Achievement Awards

Boys – Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA)

** Excellence: Varsity Team Average GPA of 3.00-3.24 **

** Distinguished: Varsity Team Average GPA of 3.25-4.00 **

Girls – Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU)

** Excellence: Varsity Team Average GPA of 3.20-3.60 **

** Distinguished: Varsity Team Average GPA of 3.61-4.00 **