-SPORTS THIS WEEK:
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00 vs. TC Roberson, tickets are $6.00
Softball scrimmage, Northwestern @ Forestview @ 5:00
SATURDAY, MARCH 1
Baseball @ Bessemer city, 1;00/4:00
-Congratulations to the Girl's Basketball team on their win Wednesday against Hickory. They will play again tonight against TC Roberson here at Forestview.
-Attention Wrestlers: Please clean out lockers this week after school. Equipment and equipment bags need to be turned in to Coach Stewart.
-5th ANNUAL FREE SPORTS PHYSICAL DAY is Saturday, April 26 from 8:00 am to 11:30 am at Orthodpaedic Specialists of Gastonia at 934 Cox Road in Gastonia.
-Pre-Festival Band Concert is on March 4 at 7:30 at Forestview.
-Forestview will present Meredith Willson's "The Music Man" on Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19 at 7:30 pm and also on Sunday, April 20 at 3:00 pm. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. The Music Man is performed by Forestview students, featuring Brad Boaz as the "Music Man" and Emily Anderson as "Marian Paroo."
-To all Forestview Sophomores and parents: The North Carolina Writing Test is scheduled for Tuesday, March 4. To assist our students we are scheduling after school review sessions each day from February 25-28 from 3:00-4:00 after school. Bus transportation will be furnished. Students should attend the sessions in their 10th Grade English teacher's room. All 10th Graders are expected to attend at least one review session. We look forward to seeing you this week!
-ATTENTION PARENTS: From March 1st until March 31st HARRIS TEETER will donate 1% of the purchase dollars for every customer who is linked to your school and uses their VIC card to purchase any FROZEN FOOD DEPARTMENT ITEM. There is no limit to what you can earn. Customers who are linked to more than one school will have their purchase dollars divided evenly between their schools. Forestview's Harris Teeter code is 1272.
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce in the front office.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Friday, February 29, 2008
Thursday, February 28, 2008
announcements for Thursday, February 28
-SPORTS THIS WEEK:
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28
Boy's Basketball @ Olympic @ 7:00
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00 vs. TC Roberson, tickets are $6.00
Softball scrimmage, Northwestern @ Forestview @ 5:00
SATURDAY, MARCH 1
Baseball @ Bessemer city, 1;00/4:00
-Congratulations to the Girl's Basketball team on their win Wednesday against Hickory. They will play again Friday night against TC Roberson here at Forestview.
-SSMT will meet today @ 3:00 pm in the Main Conference room. Please be on time; so we can start promptly.
-Attention Wrestlers: Please clean out lockers this week after school. Equipment and equipment bags need to be turned in to Coach Stewart.
-Attention students that attend after school tutoring in Mr. Utley's room: please meet in Mrs. Kristie Smith's room instead, in room D139.
-5th ANNUAL FREE SPORTS PHYSICAL DAY is Saturday, April 26 from 8:00 am to 11:30 am at Orthodpaedic Specialists of Gastonia at 934 Cox Road in Gastonia.
-Pre-Festival Band Concert is on March 4 at 7:30 at Forestview.
-Forestview will present Meredith Willson's "The Music Man" on Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19 at 7:30 pm and also on Sunday, April 20 at 3:00 pm. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. The Music Man is performed by Forestview students, featuring Brad Boaz as the "Music Man" and Emily Anderson as "Marian Paroo."
-To all Forestview Sophomores and parents: The North Carolina Writing Test is scheduled for Tuesday, March 4. To assist our students we are scheduling after school review sessions each day from February 25-28 from 3:00-4:00 after school. Bus transportation will be furnished. Students should attend the sessions in their 10th Grade English teacher's room. All 10th Graders are expected to attend at least one review session. We look forward to seeing you this week!
-ATTENTION PARENTS: From March 1st until March 31st HARRIS TEETER will donate 1% of the purchase dollars for every customer who is linked to your school and uses their VIC card to purchase any FROZEN FOOD DEPARTMENT ITEM. There is no limit to what you can earn. Customers who are linked to more than one school will have their purchase dollars divided evenly between their schools. Forestview's Harris Teeter code is 1272.
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce in the front office.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28
Boy's Basketball @ Olympic @ 7:00
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00 vs. TC Roberson, tickets are $6.00
Softball scrimmage, Northwestern @ Forestview @ 5:00
SATURDAY, MARCH 1
Baseball @ Bessemer city, 1;00/4:00
-Congratulations to the Girl's Basketball team on their win Wednesday against Hickory. They will play again Friday night against TC Roberson here at Forestview.
-SSMT will meet today @ 3:00 pm in the Main Conference room. Please be on time; so we can start promptly.
-Attention Wrestlers: Please clean out lockers this week after school. Equipment and equipment bags need to be turned in to Coach Stewart.
-Attention students that attend after school tutoring in Mr. Utley's room: please meet in Mrs. Kristie Smith's room instead, in room D139.
-5th ANNUAL FREE SPORTS PHYSICAL DAY is Saturday, April 26 from 8:00 am to 11:30 am at Orthodpaedic Specialists of Gastonia at 934 Cox Road in Gastonia.
-Pre-Festival Band Concert is on March 4 at 7:30 at Forestview.
-Forestview will present Meredith Willson's "The Music Man" on Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19 at 7:30 pm and also on Sunday, April 20 at 3:00 pm. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. The Music Man is performed by Forestview students, featuring Brad Boaz as the "Music Man" and Emily Anderson as "Marian Paroo."
-To all Forestview Sophomores and parents: The North Carolina Writing Test is scheduled for Tuesday, March 4. To assist our students we are scheduling after school review sessions each day from February 25-28 from 3:00-4:00 after school. Bus transportation will be furnished. Students should attend the sessions in their 10th Grade English teacher's room. All 10th Graders are expected to attend at least one review session. We look forward to seeing you this week!
-ATTENTION PARENTS: From March 1st until March 31st HARRIS TEETER will donate 1% of the purchase dollars for every customer who is linked to your school and uses their VIC card to purchase any FROZEN FOOD DEPARTMENT ITEM. There is no limit to what you can earn. Customers who are linked to more than one school will have their purchase dollars divided evenly between their schools. Forestview's Harris Teeter code is 1272.
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce in the front office.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
announcements for Wednesday, February 27, 2008
-SPORTS THIS WEEK:
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27
Softball scrimmage, Northwestern @ Forestview CANCELED (rescheduled for Friday)
Varsity Baseball @ Kings Mountain @ 4:30 CANCELED!
JV Baseball, Kings Mountain @ Forestview CANCELED!
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00 TICKETS ARE $6.00
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28
Boy's Basketball @ Olympic @ 7:00
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00 (contingent on winning)
Softball scrimmage, Northwestern @ Forestview @ 5:00
SATURDAY, MARCH 1
Baseball @ Bessemer city, 1;00/4:00
-Congratulations to the Girl's Basketball team on their win Monday. The Forestview Girls Team-undefeated play Hickory High, also undefeated tonight. Hickory students really support their team. They will bring a crowd. Make plans to support our team tonight in the 2nd round of state playoffs. Tickets are only $6.00.
-Softball scrimmage canceled today. We will have Pitcher/Catcher workout and Optional hitting practice.
-Congratulations to the Boy's Basketball team on their win last night against North Buncombe! Make plans to attend their next game at Olympic tomorrow night @ 7:00.
-There will be a HIGH-Q meeting today, Wednesday, February 21 in room B118. New members are welcome. If you have any questions see Mr. Potter, Wallace or Addy
-Pre-Festival Band Concert is on March 4 at 7:30 at Forestview.
-Forestview will present Meredith Willson's "The Music Man" on Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19 at 7:30 pm and also on Sunday, April 20 at 3:00 pm. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. The Music Man is performed by Forestview students, featuring Brad Boaz as the "Music Man" and Emily Anderson as "Marian Paroo."
-To all Forestview Sophomores and parents: The North Carolina Writing Test is scheduled for Tuesday, March 4. To assist our students we are scheduling after school review sessions each day from February 25-28 from 3:00-4:00 after school. Bus transportation will be furnished. Students should attend the sessions in their 10th Grade English teacher's room. All 10th Graders are expected to attend at least one review session. We look forward to seeing you this week!
-ATTENTION PARENTS: From March 1st until March 31st HARRIS TEETER will donate 1% of the purchase dollars for every customer who is linked to your school and uses their VIC card to purchase any FROZEN FOOD DEPARTMENT ITEM. There is no limit to what you can earn. Customers who are linked to more than one school will have their purchase dollars divided evenly between their schools. Forestview's Harris Teeter code is 1272.
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce in the front office.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27
Softball scrimmage, Northwestern @ Forestview CANCELED (rescheduled for Friday)
Varsity Baseball @ Kings Mountain @ 4:30 CANCELED!
JV Baseball, Kings Mountain @ Forestview CANCELED!
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00 TICKETS ARE $6.00
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28
Boy's Basketball @ Olympic @ 7:00
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00 (contingent on winning)
Softball scrimmage, Northwestern @ Forestview @ 5:00
SATURDAY, MARCH 1
Baseball @ Bessemer city, 1;00/4:00
-Congratulations to the Girl's Basketball team on their win Monday. The Forestview Girls Team-undefeated play Hickory High, also undefeated tonight. Hickory students really support their team. They will bring a crowd. Make plans to support our team tonight in the 2nd round of state playoffs. Tickets are only $6.00.
-Softball scrimmage canceled today. We will have Pitcher/Catcher workout and Optional hitting practice.
-Congratulations to the Boy's Basketball team on their win last night against North Buncombe! Make plans to attend their next game at Olympic tomorrow night @ 7:00.
-There will be a HIGH-Q meeting today, Wednesday, February 21 in room B118. New members are welcome. If you have any questions see Mr. Potter, Wallace or Addy
-Pre-Festival Band Concert is on March 4 at 7:30 at Forestview.
-Forestview will present Meredith Willson's "The Music Man" on Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19 at 7:30 pm and also on Sunday, April 20 at 3:00 pm. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. The Music Man is performed by Forestview students, featuring Brad Boaz as the "Music Man" and Emily Anderson as "Marian Paroo."
-To all Forestview Sophomores and parents: The North Carolina Writing Test is scheduled for Tuesday, March 4. To assist our students we are scheduling after school review sessions each day from February 25-28 from 3:00-4:00 after school. Bus transportation will be furnished. Students should attend the sessions in their 10th Grade English teacher's room. All 10th Graders are expected to attend at least one review session. We look forward to seeing you this week!
-ATTENTION PARENTS: From March 1st until March 31st HARRIS TEETER will donate 1% of the purchase dollars for every customer who is linked to your school and uses their VIC card to purchase any FROZEN FOOD DEPARTMENT ITEM. There is no limit to what you can earn. Customers who are linked to more than one school will have their purchase dollars divided evenly between their schools. Forestview's Harris Teeter code is 1272.
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce in the front office.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
announcements for Tuesday, February 26, 2008
-SPORTS THIS WEEK:
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26
Softball scrimmage, Fort Mill @ Forestview
Boy's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27
Softball scrimmage, Northwestern @ Forestview
Varsity Baseball @ Kings Mountain @ 4:30
JV Baseball, Kings Mountain @ Forestview
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00 (contingent on winning)
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00 (contingent on winning)
SATURDAY, MARCH 1
Baseball @ Bessemer city, 1;00/4:00
-There will be an important CULTURAL CLUB meeting today, February 26 after school. Please try to attend.
-Varsity Women's Soccer Players go to Coach Braxton's room right after school today to see slide show.
-Congratulations to the Girl's Basketball team on winning yesterday. Tomorrow Wednesday the Forestview Girls Team-undefeated play Hickory High, also undefeated. Hickory students really support their team. They will bring a crowd. Make plans to support our team tomorrow night in 2nd round of state playoffs.
-GUYS GOLF TRYOUTS are at 3:12 at Gaston Municipal.
-GIRL'S VARSITY BASKETBALL players be in Coach Gurganus room no later than 3:00.
-There will be a HIGH-Q meeting tomorrow Wednesday, February 21 in room B118. New members are welcome. If you have any questions see Mr. Potter, Wallace or Addy
-Pre-Festival Band Concert is on March 4 at 7:30 at Forestview.
-Forestview will present Meredith Willson's "The Music Man" on Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19 at 7:30 pm and also on Sunday, April 20 at 3:00 pm. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. The Music Man is performed by Forestview students, featuring Brad Boaz as the "Music Man" and Emily Anderson as "Marian Paroo."
-To all Forestview Sophomores and parents: The North Carolina Writing Test is scheduled for Tuesday, March 4. To assist our students we are scheduling after school review sessions each day from February 25-28 from 3:00-4:00 after school. Bus transportation will be furnished. Students should attend the sessions in their 10th Grade English teacher's room. All 10th Graders are expected to attend at least one review session. We look forward to seeing you this week!
-ATTENTION PARENTS: From March 1st until March 31st HARRIS TEETER will donate 1% of the purchase dollars for every customer who is linked to your school and uses their VIC card to purchase any FROZEN FOOD DEPARTMENT ITEM. There is no limit to what you can earn. Customers who are linked to more than one school will have their purchase dollars divided evenly between their schools.
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce in the front office.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26
Softball scrimmage, Fort Mill @ Forestview
Boy's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27
Softball scrimmage, Northwestern @ Forestview
Varsity Baseball @ Kings Mountain @ 4:30
JV Baseball, Kings Mountain @ Forestview
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00 (contingent on winning)
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00 (contingent on winning)
SATURDAY, MARCH 1
Baseball @ Bessemer city, 1;00/4:00
-There will be an important CULTURAL CLUB meeting today, February 26 after school. Please try to attend.
-Varsity Women's Soccer Players go to Coach Braxton's room right after school today to see slide show.
-Congratulations to the Girl's Basketball team on winning yesterday. Tomorrow Wednesday the Forestview Girls Team-undefeated play Hickory High, also undefeated. Hickory students really support their team. They will bring a crowd. Make plans to support our team tomorrow night in 2nd round of state playoffs.
-GUYS GOLF TRYOUTS are at 3:12 at Gaston Municipal.
-GIRL'S VARSITY BASKETBALL players be in Coach Gurganus room no later than 3:00.
-There will be a HIGH-Q meeting tomorrow Wednesday, February 21 in room B118. New members are welcome. If you have any questions see Mr. Potter, Wallace or Addy
-Pre-Festival Band Concert is on March 4 at 7:30 at Forestview.
-Forestview will present Meredith Willson's "The Music Man" on Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19 at 7:30 pm and also on Sunday, April 20 at 3:00 pm. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. The Music Man is performed by Forestview students, featuring Brad Boaz as the "Music Man" and Emily Anderson as "Marian Paroo."
-To all Forestview Sophomores and parents: The North Carolina Writing Test is scheduled for Tuesday, March 4. To assist our students we are scheduling after school review sessions each day from February 25-28 from 3:00-4:00 after school. Bus transportation will be furnished. Students should attend the sessions in their 10th Grade English teacher's room. All 10th Graders are expected to attend at least one review session. We look forward to seeing you this week!
-ATTENTION PARENTS: From March 1st until March 31st HARRIS TEETER will donate 1% of the purchase dollars for every customer who is linked to your school and uses their VIC card to purchase any FROZEN FOOD DEPARTMENT ITEM. There is no limit to what you can earn. Customers who are linked to more than one school will have their purchase dollars divided evenly between their schools.
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce in the front office.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
Monday, February 25, 2008
announcements for Monday, February 25, 2008
-SPORTS THIS WEEK:
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00
Baseball, Bessemer City @ Forestview @ 4:00/7:00
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26
Softball scrimmage, Fort Mill @ Forestview
Boy's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27
Softball scrimmage, Northwestern @ Forestview
Varsity Baseball @ Kings Mountain @ 4:30
JV Baseball, Kings Mountain @ Forestview
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00 (contingent on winning)
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00 (contingent on winning)
SATURDAY, MARCH 1
Baseball @ Bessemer city, 1;00/4:00
-There will be a FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA MEETING Monday, February 25th at 3:00 in room B119. All FTA members are urged to attend. Attendance is critical
-FCA MEETING tomorrow morning @ 7:20 in room A112
-There will be an important CULTURAL CLUB meeting Tuesday, February 26 after school. Please try to attend.
-To all Forestview Sophomores and parents: The North Carolina Writing Test is scheduled for Tuesday, March 4. To assist our students we are scheduling after school review sessions each day from February 25-28 from 3:00-4:00 after school. Bus transportation will be furnished. Students should attend the sessions in their 10th Grade English teacher's room. All 10th Graders are expected to attend at least one review session. We look forward to seeing you this week!
-ATTENTION PARENTS: From March 1st until March 31st HARRIS TEETER will donate 1% of the purchase dollars for every customer who is linked to your school and uses their VIC card to purchase any FROZEN FOOD DEPARTMENT ITEM. There is no limit to what you can earn. Customers who are linked to more than one school will have their purchase dollars divided evenly between their schools.
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce in the front office.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00
Baseball, Bessemer City @ Forestview @ 4:00/7:00
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26
Softball scrimmage, Fort Mill @ Forestview
Boy's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27
Softball scrimmage, Northwestern @ Forestview
Varsity Baseball @ Kings Mountain @ 4:30
JV Baseball, Kings Mountain @ Forestview
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00 (contingent on winning)
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00 (contingent on winning)
SATURDAY, MARCH 1
Baseball @ Bessemer city, 1;00/4:00
-There will be a FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA MEETING Monday, February 25th at 3:00 in room B119. All FTA members are urged to attend. Attendance is critical
-FCA MEETING tomorrow morning @ 7:20 in room A112
-There will be an important CULTURAL CLUB meeting Tuesday, February 26 after school. Please try to attend.
-To all Forestview Sophomores and parents: The North Carolina Writing Test is scheduled for Tuesday, March 4. To assist our students we are scheduling after school review sessions each day from February 25-28 from 3:00-4:00 after school. Bus transportation will be furnished. Students should attend the sessions in their 10th Grade English teacher's room. All 10th Graders are expected to attend at least one review session. We look forward to seeing you this week!
-ATTENTION PARENTS: From March 1st until March 31st HARRIS TEETER will donate 1% of the purchase dollars for every customer who is linked to your school and uses their VIC card to purchase any FROZEN FOOD DEPARTMENT ITEM. There is no limit to what you can earn. Customers who are linked to more than one school will have their purchase dollars divided evenly between their schools.
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce in the front office.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
Friday, February 22, 2008
announcements for Friday, February 22, 2008
-SPORTS THIS WEEK:
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22
Girl's Basketball, Forestview vs. East Gaston @ Hunter Huss @ 6:30
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23
Women's Soccer, Alumni game @ Forestview @ 5:00
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-ATTENTION PARENTS: From March 1st until March 31st HARRIS TEETER will donate 1% of the purchase dollars for every customer who is linked to your school and uses their VIC card to purchase any FROZEN FOOD DEPARTMENT ITEM. There is no limit to what you can earn. Customers who are linked to more than one school will have their purchase dollars divided evenly between their schools.
-There will be an important CULTURAL CLUB meeting Tuesday, February 26 after school. Please try to attend.
-There will be a FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA MEETING Monday, February 25th at 3:00 in room B119. All FTA members are urged to attend. Attendance is critical
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce in the front office.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22
Girl's Basketball, Forestview vs. East Gaston @ Hunter Huss @ 6:30
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23
Women's Soccer, Alumni game @ Forestview @ 5:00
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview @ 7:00
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-ATTENTION PARENTS: From March 1st until March 31st HARRIS TEETER will donate 1% of the purchase dollars for every customer who is linked to your school and uses their VIC card to purchase any FROZEN FOOD DEPARTMENT ITEM. There is no limit to what you can earn. Customers who are linked to more than one school will have their purchase dollars divided evenly between their schools.
-There will be an important CULTURAL CLUB meeting Tuesday, February 26 after school. Please try to attend.
-There will be a FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA MEETING Monday, February 25th at 3:00 in room B119. All FTA members are urged to attend. Attendance is critical
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce in the front office.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
announcements for Thursday, February 21, 2008
-SPORTS THIS WEEK:
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Varsity Baseball scrimmage, North Lincoln @ Forestview @ 4:00
Boy's Basketball, Forestview vs. Hunter Huss @ Hunter Huss @ 7:30
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22
Girl's Basketball, Forestview vs. East Gaston @ Hunter Huss
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23
Women's Soccer, Alumni game @ Forestview @ 5:00
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-VARSITY CHEERLEADERS BE BACK AT SCHOOL BY 6:15 TODAY
-ATTENTION PARENTS: From March 1st until March 31st HARRIS TEETER will donate 1% of the purchase dollars for every customer who is linked to your school and uses their VIC card to purchase any FROZEN FOOD DEPARTMENT ITEM. There is no limit to what you can earn. Customers who are linked to more than one school will have their purchase dollars divided evenly between their schools.
-Reminder to ALL ATHLETES: Please do not wear CLEATS in the building. Wait until you are outside to put your cleats on.
-The LATE BUS will be running a little late this week.
-There will be a FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA MEETING Monday, February 25th at 3:00 in room B119. All FTA members are urged to attend. Attendance is critical
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce in the front office.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order. Parent night has been set for Thursday night, February 21 from 4:00-7:00 pm. This will be your opportunity to order your official high school class ring and have your parents come out with you for this special event. Also any Senior or Junior who has not ordered a ring, may do so at this time. Bring a $60 deposit.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Varsity Baseball scrimmage, North Lincoln @ Forestview @ 4:00
Boy's Basketball, Forestview vs. Hunter Huss @ Hunter Huss @ 7:30
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22
Girl's Basketball, Forestview vs. East Gaston @ Hunter Huss
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23
Women's Soccer, Alumni game @ Forestview @ 5:00
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-VARSITY CHEERLEADERS BE BACK AT SCHOOL BY 6:15 TODAY
-ATTENTION PARENTS: From March 1st until March 31st HARRIS TEETER will donate 1% of the purchase dollars for every customer who is linked to your school and uses their VIC card to purchase any FROZEN FOOD DEPARTMENT ITEM. There is no limit to what you can earn. Customers who are linked to more than one school will have their purchase dollars divided evenly between their schools.
-Reminder to ALL ATHLETES: Please do not wear CLEATS in the building. Wait until you are outside to put your cleats on.
-The LATE BUS will be running a little late this week.
-There will be a FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA MEETING Monday, February 25th at 3:00 in room B119. All FTA members are urged to attend. Attendance is critical
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce in the front office.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order. Parent night has been set for Thursday night, February 21 from 4:00-7:00 pm. This will be your opportunity to order your official high school class ring and have your parents come out with you for this special event. Also any Senior or Junior who has not ordered a ring, may do so at this time. Bring a $60 deposit.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
announcements for Wednesday, February 20, 2008
-SPORTS THIS WEEK:
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20
Men's Tennis scrimmage, Clover @ Forestview @ 4:00
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview (Semi-Finals):
East Gaston vs. Hunter Huss @ 6:00
Forestview vs. Crest @ 7:00
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Varsity Baseball scrimmage, North Lincoln @ Forestview @ 4:00
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23
Women's Soccer, Alumni game @ Forestview @ 5:00
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-ATTENTION PARENTS: From March 1st until March 31st HARRIS TEETER will donate 1% of the purchase dollars for every customer who is linked to your school and uses their VIC card to purchase any FROZEN FOOD DEPARTMENT ITEM. There is no limit to what you can earn. Customers who are linked to more than one school will have their purchase dollars divided evenly between their schools.
-There will be an important MATH CLUB MEETING on Wednesday, February 20. It will last no longer than 20 minutes. All students/members interested in taking the AMERICAN MATH COMPETITION need to attend!!!
-The LATE BUS will be running a little late this week.
-There will be a FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA MEETING Monday, February 25th at 3:00 in room B119. All FTA members are urged to attend. Attendance is critical
-No MUSIC MAN REHEARSAL TODAY. Wednesday, February 20, practice only involves the QUARTET and EMILY ANDERSON. See Mrs. Alexander for details.
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-Have you purchased or ordered your YEARBOOK? Call the number posed by B103 and us a credit card. February 5-21: Students may order and pay for a plain/non-namestamped yearbook through Jostens with credit card or through Mrs. Slentz with check or cash (in B103 after school). Don't forget your Yearbook full of memories!
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order. Parent night has been set for Thursday night, February 21 from 4:00-7:00 pm. This will be your opportunity to order your official high school class ring and have your parents come out with you for this special event. Also any Senior or Junior who has not ordered a ring, may do so at this time. Bring a $60 deposit.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20
Men's Tennis scrimmage, Clover @ Forestview @ 4:00
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview (Semi-Finals):
East Gaston vs. Hunter Huss @ 6:00
Forestview vs. Crest @ 7:00
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Varsity Baseball scrimmage, North Lincoln @ Forestview @ 4:00
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23
Women's Soccer, Alumni game @ Forestview @ 5:00
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-ATTENTION PARENTS: From March 1st until March 31st HARRIS TEETER will donate 1% of the purchase dollars for every customer who is linked to your school and uses their VIC card to purchase any FROZEN FOOD DEPARTMENT ITEM. There is no limit to what you can earn. Customers who are linked to more than one school will have their purchase dollars divided evenly between their schools.
-There will be an important MATH CLUB MEETING on Wednesday, February 20. It will last no longer than 20 minutes. All students/members interested in taking the AMERICAN MATH COMPETITION need to attend!!!
-The LATE BUS will be running a little late this week.
-There will be a FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA MEETING Monday, February 25th at 3:00 in room B119. All FTA members are urged to attend. Attendance is critical
-No MUSIC MAN REHEARSAL TODAY. Wednesday, February 20, practice only involves the QUARTET and EMILY ANDERSON. See Mrs. Alexander for details.
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-Have you purchased or ordered your YEARBOOK? Call the number posed by B103 and us a credit card. February 5-21: Students may order and pay for a plain/non-namestamped yearbook through Jostens with credit card or through Mrs. Slentz with check or cash (in B103 after school). Don't forget your Yearbook full of memories!
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order. Parent night has been set for Thursday night, February 21 from 4:00-7:00 pm. This will be your opportunity to order your official high school class ring and have your parents come out with you for this special event. Also any Senior or Junior who has not ordered a ring, may do so at this time. Bring a $60 deposit.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
announcements for Tuesday, February 19, 2008
-SPORTS THIS WEEK:
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19
Varsity Baseball scrimmage, North Meck @ Forestview
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20
Men's Tennis scrimmage, Clover @ Forestview @ 4:00
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview (Semi-Finals):
East Gaston vs. Hunter Huss @ 6:00
Forestview vs. Crest @ 7:00
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Varsity Baseball scrimmage, North Lincoln @ Forestview @ 4:00
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23
Women's Soccer, Alumni game @ Forestview @ 5:00
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-There will be an important MATH CLUB MEETING on Wednesday, February 20. It will last no longer than 20 minutes. All students/members interested in taking the AMERICAN MATH COMPETITION need to attend!!!
-The LATE BUS will be running a little late this week.
-There will be a FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA MEETING Monday, February 25th at 3:00 in room B119. All FTA members are urged to attend. Attendance is critical
-BOYS SOCCER PLAYERS: All boys who plan to play SOCCER next year need to meet with Coach Shearer today after school in room D108.
-No MUSIC MAN REHEARSAL TODAY. Wednesday, February 20, practice only involves the QUARTET and EMILY ANDERSON. See Mrs. Alexander for details.
-SENIOR GIRL'S DANCE: All girls participating in the SENIOR GIRL'S DANCE must bring $4.00 to practice today and a black tank top to be decorated.
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-Have you purchased or ordered your YEARBOOK? Call the number posed by B103 and us a credit card. February 5-21: Students may order and pay for a plain/non-namestamped yearbook through Jostens with credit card or through Mrs. Slentz with check or cash (in B103 after school). Don't forget your Yearbook full of memories!
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order. Parent night has been set for Thursday night, February 21 from 4:00-7:00 pm. This will be your opportunity to order your official high school class ring and have your parents come out with you for this special event. Also any Senior or Junior who has not ordered a ring, may do so at this time. Bring a $60 deposit.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19
Varsity Baseball scrimmage, North Meck @ Forestview
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20
Men's Tennis scrimmage, Clover @ Forestview @ 4:00
Girl's Basketball @ Forestview (Semi-Finals):
East Gaston vs. Hunter Huss @ 6:00
Forestview vs. Crest @ 7:00
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Varsity Baseball scrimmage, North Lincoln @ Forestview @ 4:00
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23
Women's Soccer, Alumni game @ Forestview @ 5:00
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-There will be an important MATH CLUB MEETING on Wednesday, February 20. It will last no longer than 20 minutes. All students/members interested in taking the AMERICAN MATH COMPETITION need to attend!!!
-The LATE BUS will be running a little late this week.
-There will be a FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA MEETING Monday, February 25th at 3:00 in room B119. All FTA members are urged to attend. Attendance is critical
-BOYS SOCCER PLAYERS: All boys who plan to play SOCCER next year need to meet with Coach Shearer today after school in room D108.
-No MUSIC MAN REHEARSAL TODAY. Wednesday, February 20, practice only involves the QUARTET and EMILY ANDERSON. See Mrs. Alexander for details.
-SENIOR GIRL'S DANCE: All girls participating in the SENIOR GIRL'S DANCE must bring $4.00 to practice today and a black tank top to be decorated.
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 17th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras. Yearbooks are $70.00
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed Thursday, March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, Friday, March 14
-Easter Holiday, Monday, March 24
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-Have you purchased or ordered your YEARBOOK? Call the number posed by B103 and us a credit card. February 5-21: Students may order and pay for a plain/non-namestamped yearbook through Jostens with credit card or through Mrs. Slentz with check or cash (in B103 after school). Don't forget your Yearbook full of memories!
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order. Parent night has been set for Thursday night, February 21 from 4:00-7:00 pm. This will be your opportunity to order your official high school class ring and have your parents come out with you for this special event. Also any Senior or Junior who has not ordered a ring, may do so at this time. Bring a $60 deposit.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
Monday, February 18, 2008
announcements for Monday, February 18, 2008
-SPORTS THIS WEEK:
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19
Varsity Baseball scrimmage, North Meck @ Forestview
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20
Men's Tennis scrimmage, Clover @ Forestview @ 4:00
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Varsity Baseball scrimmage, North Lincoln @ Forestview @ 4:00
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23
Women's Soccer, Alumni game @ Forestview @ 5:00
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-BOY'S BASKETBALL PRACTICE will be at 6:30 tonight
-Tomorrow morning all teachers should close their doors @ 8:00. Administrators will be in the hallways to assist with tardies.
-SENIOR GIRL'S DANCE: All girls participating in the SENIOR GIRL'S DANCE must bring $4.00 to practice tomorrow and a black tank top to be decorated.
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 15th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras.
-Attention all students: Start your day off in the right way! Come to the Prayer Breakfast at Union Presbyterian Church tomorrow morning (Tuesday) at 7:10 am for Bible Study and prayer. Breakfast is FREE! Union Presbyterian Church is south on Union Road, three doors down from the Forestview, on the left before the Union Road Library. Come to the back of the building.
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-Attention HOSA MEMBERS who will be attending the State Competition in April. All money is due MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18. Do not forget!
-There will be a mandatory F.T.A. (Future Teachers of America) meeting immediately after school on Monday, February 18. All members please attend. The meeting will start at approximately 3:00 and should be no longer than 20 minutes.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, March 14
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-Have you purchased or ordered your YEARBOOK? Call the number posed by B103 and us a credit card. February 5-21: Students may order and pay for a plain/non-namestamped yearbook through Jostens with credit card or through Mrs. Slentz with check or cash (in B103 after school). Don't forget your Yearbook full of memories!
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order. Parent night has been set for Thursday night, February 21 from 4:00-7:00 pm. This will be your opportunity to order your official high school class ring and have your parents come out with you for this special event. Also any Senior or Junior who has not ordered a ring, may do so at this time. Bring a $60 deposit.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19
Varsity Baseball scrimmage, North Meck @ Forestview
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20
Men's Tennis scrimmage, Clover @ Forestview @ 4:00
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Varsity Baseball scrimmage, North Lincoln @ Forestview @ 4:00
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23
Women's Soccer, Alumni game @ Forestview @ 5:00
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-BOY'S BASKETBALL PRACTICE will be at 6:30 tonight
-Tomorrow morning all teachers should close their doors @ 8:00. Administrators will be in the hallways to assist with tardies.
-SENIOR GIRL'S DANCE: All girls participating in the SENIOR GIRL'S DANCE must bring $4.00 to practice tomorrow and a black tank top to be decorated.
-Have you ordered or paid for your yearbook yet? Students may order and purchase a plain yearbook from Mrs. Slentz in B103 during 4th or after school, or online from jostensyearbooks.com. Jostens has extended the deadline for a plain book until April 15th. Don't wait until the end of the year; there may not be any extras.
-Attention all students: Start your day off in the right way! Come to the Prayer Breakfast at Union Presbyterian Church tomorrow morning (Tuesday) at 7:10 am for Bible Study and prayer. Breakfast is FREE! Union Presbyterian Church is south on Union Road, three doors down from the Forestview, on the left before the Union Road Library. Come to the back of the building.
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-Attention HOSA MEMBERS who will be attending the State Competition in April. All money is due MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18. Do not forget!
-There will be a mandatory F.T.A. (Future Teachers of America) meeting immediately after school on Monday, February 18. All members please attend. The meeting will start at approximately 3:00 and should be no longer than 20 minutes.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, March 14
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-Have you purchased or ordered your YEARBOOK? Call the number posed by B103 and us a credit card. February 5-21: Students may order and pay for a plain/non-namestamped yearbook through Jostens with credit card or through Mrs. Slentz with check or cash (in B103 after school). Don't forget your Yearbook full of memories!
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order. Parent night has been set for Thursday night, February 21 from 4:00-7:00 pm. This will be your opportunity to order your official high school class ring and have your parents come out with you for this special event. Also any Senior or Junior who has not ordered a ring, may do so at this time. Bring a $60 deposit.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
Friday, February 15, 2008
announcements for Friday, February 15, 2008
-SPORTS THIS WEEK:
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15
Basketball, East Gaston @ Forestview
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-TEENDEMS will have a short meeting today, February 15 after school in Mr. Erexson's room (D107).
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-Attention HOSA MEMBERS who will be attending the State Competition in April. All money is due MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18. Do not forget!
-There will be a mandatory F.T.A. (Future Teachers of America) meeting immediately after school on Monday, February 18. All members please attend. The meeting will start at approximately 3:00 and should be no longer than 20 minutes.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, March 14
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-Have you purchased or ordered your YEARBOOK? Call the number posed by B103 and us a credit card. February 5-21: Students may order and pay for a plain/non-namestamped yearbook through Jostens with credit card or through Mrs. Slentz with check or cash (in B103 after school). Don't forget your Yearbook full of memories!
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order. Parent night has been set for Thursday night, February 21 from 4:00-7:00 pm. This will be your opportunity to order your official high school class ring and have your parents come out with you for this special event. Also any Senior or Junior who has not ordered a ring, may do so at this time. Bring a $60 deposit.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 15 deadlines: Best Buy, Cargill Cotten, Dimmette, Jagannathan, Ronald McDonald scholarships.
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15
Basketball, East Gaston @ Forestview
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-TEENDEMS will have a short meeting today, February 15 after school in Mr. Erexson's room (D107).
-A.G. MYERS SCHOLARSHIP applications are available in the guidance office. See Mr. Collins for an application and information. The deadline to return your application is February 29.
-Students interested in attending a military academy can attend the North Carolina Service Academy Day in Charlotte on Saturday, March 15, 2008. The event will include presentations by representatives of the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point), U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis). Congressional offices, Cadets, and Midshipmen from the academies will also be present. Students, families, school counselors, athletic directors and educators are all welcome. Location: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Council/Commission Chambers, 600 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Begins promptly at 10:00 am. For more information, see Karen Bruce.
-Gaston County Schools has implemented an ad-free subscription version of GAGGLE EMAIL for all staff and students. Gaggle provides safe monitored email, blogs, message boards, and digital locker storage for each user. STUDENTS, please remember that Gaggle accounts are monitored and managed and they are not totally private. All correspondence must be G-rated. If you use any inappropriate language, documents, or pictures-even without malice-you will be blocked by the system and it may result in further consequences. Habitual offenses will cause your account to be removed. To avoid any problems, please correspond in a business-like or professional manner when using your Gaggle accounts.
-Attention HOSA MEMBERS who will be attending the State Competition in April. All money is due MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18. Do not forget!
-There will be a mandatory F.T.A. (Future Teachers of America) meeting immediately after school on Monday, February 18. All members please attend. The meeting will start at approximately 3:00 and should be no longer than 20 minutes.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Report Cards distributed March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, March 14
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-Have you purchased or ordered your YEARBOOK? Call the number posed by B103 and us a credit card. February 5-21: Students may order and pay for a plain/non-namestamped yearbook through Jostens with credit card or through Mrs. Slentz with check or cash (in B103 after school). Don't forget your Yearbook full of memories!
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order. Parent night has been set for Thursday night, February 21 from 4:00-7:00 pm. This will be your opportunity to order your official high school class ring and have your parents come out with you for this special event. Also any Senior or Junior who has not ordered a ring, may do so at this time. Bring a $60 deposit.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 15 deadlines: Best Buy, Cargill Cotten, Dimmette, Jagannathan, Ronald McDonald scholarships.
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
Thursday, February 14, 2008
announcements for Thursday, February 14, 2008
-SPORTS THIS WEEK:
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15
Basketball, East Gaston @ Forestview
-TEENDEMS will have a short meeting Friday, February 15 after school in Mr. Erexson's room (D107).
-There will be a mandatory F.T.A. (Future Teachers of America) meeting immediately after school on Monday, February 18. All members please attend. The meeting will start at approximately 3:00 and should be no longer than 20 minutes.
-BUS 352 WILL RIDE BUS 384. THE LATE BUS WILL RUN A LITTLE LATE THIS AFTERNOON.
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, March 14
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-Have you purchased or ordered your YEARBOOK? Call the number posed by B103 and us a credit card. February 5-21: Students may order and pay for a plain/non-namestamped yearbook through Jostens with credit card or through Mrs. Slentz with check or cash (in B103 after school). Don't forget your Yearbook full of memories!
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order. Parent night has been set for Thursday night, February 21 from 4:00-7:00 pm. This will be your opportunity to order your official high school class ring and have your parents come out with you for this special event. Also any Senior or Junior who has not ordered a ring, may do so at this time. Bring a $60 deposit.
-FAFSA REMINDER: If you are attending college next year, it is extremely important for you to complete the free application for Federal Student Aid. Applications are processed on a first-come basis, so timing is critical. Also, many colleges use the FAFSA to award scholarship money. If you have not started the process, you need to see your counselor immediately for information.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 15 deadlines: Best Buy, Cargill Cotten, Dimmette, Jagannathan, Ronald McDonald scholarships.
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15
Basketball, East Gaston @ Forestview
-TEENDEMS will have a short meeting Friday, February 15 after school in Mr. Erexson's room (D107).
-There will be a mandatory F.T.A. (Future Teachers of America) meeting immediately after school on Monday, February 18. All members please attend. The meeting will start at approximately 3:00 and should be no longer than 20 minutes.
-BUS 352 WILL RIDE BUS 384. THE LATE BUS WILL RUN A LITTLE LATE THIS AFTERNOON.
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-The Gaston County Police Department is currently taking applications for the 30th Session of its Citizens' Police Academy. This Citizens' Police Academy will be presented in six sessions on Saturday mornings from 9:00-11:00 am. Class dates for Session 30 will be February 16 and 23, and March 1, 8, 15, 29. The Citizens' Police Academy will introduce participants to the various functions of the Gaston County Police Dept. This session will feature allowing the class as a group to select the topics of instruction from a list of available topics to include patrol, K-9, crime scene search, vice, investigations, recruiting, emergency response team, marine unit, and bomb squad. Participants 18 years of age and older are also allowed to ride with a police officer during a patrol shift. The Police Academy is free of charge and is open to adults and high school juniors and seniors. Applications can be picked up at County Police Headquarters located at 420 W. Franklin Blvd., Gastonia, at the Bessember City Sub Station located at 132 W. Virginia Ave., Bessemer City. Applications are also available online at www.co.gaston.nc.us/gastonpd/forms/cpa/cpa.htm. Applications will be accepted through February 14, 2008. For more information, contact Sergeant Charles McCants at 704-866-3320 or Officer Osborne.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, March 14
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-Have you purchased or ordered your YEARBOOK? Call the number posed by B103 and us a credit card. February 5-21: Students may order and pay for a plain/non-namestamped yearbook through Jostens with credit card or through Mrs. Slentz with check or cash (in B103 after school). Don't forget your Yearbook full of memories!
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order. Parent night has been set for Thursday night, February 21 from 4:00-7:00 pm. This will be your opportunity to order your official high school class ring and have your parents come out with you for this special event. Also any Senior or Junior who has not ordered a ring, may do so at this time. Bring a $60 deposit.
-FAFSA REMINDER: If you are attending college next year, it is extremely important for you to complete the free application for Federal Student Aid. Applications are processed on a first-come basis, so timing is critical. Also, many colleges use the FAFSA to award scholarship money. If you have not started the process, you need to see your counselor immediately for information.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 15 deadlines: Best Buy, Cargill Cotten, Dimmette, Jagannathan, Ronald McDonald scholarships.
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
announcements for Wednesday, February 13, 2008
-SPORTS THIS WEEK:
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15
Basketball, East Gaston @ Forestview
-TEENDEMS will have a short meeting Friday, February 15 after school in Mr. Erexson's room (D107).
-DAVID BUSSHART AND JESSICA PRITCHARD NEED TO SEE MR. EREXSON ASAP. This is urgent!
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-SENIOR GIRLS DANCE PARTICIPANTS meet in B115 at 3:00 today.
-The GAME CLUB meets this afternoon at the CLAY CAFE to play Apples to Apples and discuss the With Friends game room makeover. Please meet in front of the auditorium immediately after the bell.
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-Report Cards distributed March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, March 14
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-Have you purchased or ordered your YEARBOOK? Call the number posed by B103 and us a credit card. February 5-21: Students may order and pay for a plain/non-namestamped yearbook through Jostens with credit card or through Mrs. Slentz with check or cash (in B103 after school). Don't forget your Yearbook full of memories!
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order. Parent night has been set for Thursday night, February 21 from 4:00-7:00 pm. This will be your opportunity to order your official high school class ring and have your parents come out with you for this special event. Also any Senior or Junior who has not ordered a ring, may do so at this time. Bring a $60 deposit.
-FAFSA REMINDER: If you are attending college next year, it is extremely important for you to complete the free application for Federal Student Aid. Applications are processed on a first-come basis, so timing is critical. Also, many colleges use the FAFSA to award scholarship money. If you have not started the process, you need to see your counselor immediately for information.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 15 deadlines: Best Buy, Cargill Cotten, Dimmette, Jagannathan, Ronald McDonald scholarships.
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15
Basketball, East Gaston @ Forestview
-TEENDEMS will have a short meeting Friday, February 15 after school in Mr. Erexson's room (D107).
-DAVID BUSSHART AND JESSICA PRITCHARD NEED TO SEE MR. EREXSON ASAP. This is urgent!
-The COMMISSIONERS' SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is a two-week summer residential experience, held on the Belmont Abbey College campus, that challenges selected participants to better understand themselves, life in Gaston County, and their roles as future leaders. Through seminars, problem-solving activities, simulations, field trips to visit community leaders, guest speakers, and "hands-on" experiences, students examine issues relevant to their future and the future of Gaston County. WHO? Any 9th grader in Gaston County is eligible to apply for the Commissioners' School of Excellence. HOW? See Mr. Bennett in the guidance office for an application and additional information about program requirements and deadlines. Applications are due March 1, 2008.
-SENIOR GIRLS DANCE PARTICIPANTS meet in B115 at 3:00 today.
-The GAME CLUB meets this afternoon at the CLAY CAFE to play Apples to Apples and discuss the With Friends game room makeover. Please meet in front of the auditorium immediately after the bell.
-The BROADCASTING CLUB meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 7:18 am each month. The next meeting is today, February 13. All members should attend and check your Gaggle email. If you miss the meeting Wednesday, please stop by B104 to get club updates.
-The Gaston County Police Department is currently taking applications for the 30th Session of its Citizens' Police Academy. This Citizens' Police Academy will be presented in six sessions on Saturday mornings from 9:00-11:00 am. Class dates for Session 30 will be February 16 and 23, and March 1, 8, 15, 29. The Citizens' Police Academy will introduce participants to the various functions of the Gaston County Police Dept. This session will feature allowing the class as a group to select the topics of instruction from a list of available topics to include patrol, K-9, crime scene search, vice, investigations, recruiting, emergency response team, marine unit, and bomb squad. Participants 18 years of age and older are also allowed to ride with a police officer during a patrol shift. The Police Academy is free of charge and is open to adults and high school juniors and seniors. Applications can be picked up at County Police Headquarters located at 420 W. Franklin Blvd., Gastonia, at the Bessember City Sub Station located at 132 W. Virginia Ave., Bessemer City. Applications are also available online at www.co.gaston.nc.us/gastonpd/forms/cpa/cpa.htm. Applications will be accepted through February 14, 2008. For more information, contact Sergeant Charles McCants at 704-866-3320 or Officer Osborne.
-Please return all books to the library by their due date. If you have books that are overdue, please return them immediately.
-MR. FORESTVIEW PAGEANT: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 in auditorium. Tickets are $8.00.
-Report Cards distributed March 13.
-Students dismissed at 12:00 on March 13. Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Blood Mobile, March 14
-Spring Holidays: April 7-11
-Have you purchased or ordered your YEARBOOK? Call the number posed by B103 and us a credit card. February 5-21: Students may order and pay for a plain/non-namestamped yearbook through Jostens with credit card or through Mrs. Slentz with check or cash (in B103 after school). Don't forget your Yearbook full of memories!
-SOPHOMORES: It's time to order your class ring! The Jostens representatives will be here on February 21 and 22 during school lunch periods to take your class ring order. Parent night has been set for Thursday night, February 21 from 4:00-7:00 pm. This will be your opportunity to order your official high school class ring and have your parents come out with you for this special event. Also any Senior or Junior who has not ordered a ring, may do so at this time. Bring a $60 deposit.
-FAFSA REMINDER: If you are attending college next year, it is extremely important for you to complete the free application for Federal Student Aid. Applications are processed on a first-come basis, so timing is critical. Also, many colleges use the FAFSA to award scholarship money. If you have not started the process, you need to see your counselor immediately for information.
-SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
February 15 deadlines: Best Buy, Cargill Cotten, Dimmette, Jagannathan, Ronald McDonald scholarships.
February 28 deadlines: Nurse Scholars Program
March 1 deadline: Jarman Family Scholarship
March 3 deadline: Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship: If you are planning to compete for the Byrd Scholarship, you must let Mr. Collins know your intent by tomorrow. Students should be ranked in the top 5% of the senior class and must have a combined SAT score of 1900 or better.
Veteran Scholarships: If you are the son or daughter of a parent who has served in military combat, you may qualify for scholarship money. See Mr. Collins for more information.
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