Rams Announcements !!!

1. Rams Announcements !!!

2. Attention Faculty and Staff: • Today, Monday, February 13th is the last day to purchase a candy-gram for that special someone. • The price is only $1.00. You may purchase your candy gram during all 4 lunches today.

3. Weekly Bulletin “Little minds are tamed and subdued by misfortunes; but great minds rise above them -Washington Irving

4. W.O.W Affectionate Showing fondness of warm regard.

5. Congratulations!!! • Senior, Candace Brooke Locklear and Junior, Alexander Lee McGirtwas named Student of Excellence for the 2012 School Year. They will be recognized February 14th at the PSRC Board Meeting.

6. Good Job You Guys!!

7. SENIORS!!!! • Seniors: Prom theme choices are displayed in the main commons area. • Voting for the Prom 2012 Theme will take place next Thursday and Friday, February 16th & 17th during all 4 lunch periods in the commons area.

8. Scholarship Information

9. BigSun Scholarship • All student athletes are eligible for this award • Must be a senior attending a post secondary institute and currently involved in a sport at that institution or community • www.bigsunathletics.com for more info • Deadline: June 22, 2012 • Amount of Award: $500

10. 9th Annual National CO-OP Scholarship Program • 3.5 GPA required • Visit www.co-op.edu • DEADLINE: February 15, 2012

11. Best Buy Scholarship Program • For students in grades 9-12 • Must have solid grades and community service • www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com • www.at15.com • DEADLINE: February 15, 2012

12. Our Family for Families First Foundation • Must have a parent who is an active Service Member stationed at Fort Meade, MD; Fort Bragg, NC; Fort Polk, LA; Fort Rucker, AL; Fort Riley, KS; Fort Still, OK; or Aberdeen Providing Ground, MD • Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA • Visit www.ourfamilyfoundation.org • DEADLINE: February 16, 2012

13. Jagannathan Scholarship for 2012-2013 • Seniors who plan to attend a constituent institution of UNC may apply for the Jagannathan Scholarship valued at $2,000. • To apply students must complete the application online at www.cfnc.org or www.cfnc.org/seaastudentudent . • Application and the CSS PROFILE must be completed by February 16, 2012.

14. National Youth Science Camp • Visit NYCS website @ http://2012.nysc.org/delegates/apply/ • DEADLINE: February 17, 2012

15. Law Offices of Michael A. DeMayo 2012 Scholarship Program • Submission of a presentation or essay on preventions of underage drinking and driving required • Minimum 3.0 GPA • Visit www.DeMayoLaw.com • DEADLINE: February 27, 2012

16. Buick Achievers Scholarship Program • Must major in a course of study that focuses on Engineering/Technology or select Design and Business related programs of study • Visit www.buickachievers.com • DEADLINE: February 29, 2012

17. Sandhills Community College Foundation Scholarship • Visit www.sandhills.edu/scholarships • DEADLINE: February 29, 2012

18. Veterans Scholarship • Children of disabled, deceased, combat, or POW/MIA war Veterans may be eligible • Contact the Robeson County Veterans Service Office @ (910) 671-3070 for info • Deadline: March 1, 2012

19. NCHSSA Scholarships Charlie Adams Endowed Scholarship • Presented to one female senior cross-country runner and one male senior varsity wrestler • Applications must be picked up in guidance • DEADLINE: March 2, 2012 Clary Student Medal Award • Presented to one male and female student athlete • Deadline: March 2, 2012

20. Golden LEAF Scholarship • This award is valued at $12,000 ($3,000 per year for up to four years) for students from qualifying rural counties who plan to attend a participating NC campus in the fall. • Must be a NC resident and demonstrate financial need. • Application and qualifying counties can be viewed at www.CFNC.org/goldenleaf. • DEADLINE: March 1, 2012

21. Lumbee River EMC • Scholarships worth $4,000 are availabe for students who plan to attend a four year university and $1,200 for those who plan to attend a two-year college. • Must be a senior whose parents or guardians are members of the cooperative. • Applications are available in guidance or online at Lumbee River EMC Community. • DEADLINE: March 2, 2012

22. North Carolina Assoc. of Educational Office Professional, INC. • Essay recommendations, college acceptance letter and income statement required • Applications available in Guidance • DEADLINE: March 16, 2012

23. 2012 “People Helping People” Scholarship • Must be a US citizen and a resident of NC under NCGS 116 143.1 and is eligible for in-state tuition. • Exemplify the membership leadership, excellence of character, integrity and community involvement. • Applicants should not be a director, employee, or family member of an employee of the State Employee’s Credit Union or the SECU Foundation. • DEADLINE: April 5, 2012

24. FASFA Day: • Saturday February 18, 2012 from 9:00-12:00 at Robeson Community College. They will assist students with their financial aid application in the Student Center Building 13. • To find other locations available visit CFNC.org/FASFAday or call 1-866-866-2362

25. Financial Aid Workshop • Financial Aid Counselors from UNC-Pembroke will be at PurnellSwett Saturday February 25, 2012 from 9:00-12:00 to assist students in completing their FAFSA form. • Please bring W-2/ 2011 tax returns. Parents are encouraged to attend.

26. Selective Service • If you are a man ages 18-25 and living in the US, then you must register with Selective Service. According to law a man must register with Selective Service within 30 days of his 18th birthday. • Register at any Post Office or online at http://ww.ss.gov

27. UNC Chapel Hill • If you are interested in attending UNC Chapel Hill and you are a Junior. Please come by to see Ms. Karen. • We can only take the first 15 students who register for Project Uplift.

28. SAT & ACT Announcement • Seniors and Juniors: If you eat free or reduced lunch you may be eligible for a fee waiver for the SAT Test and College Applications. See your Guidance Counselor for information.

29. Interesting Upcoming Events

30. T-SHIRT CONTEST! • To promote National School Breakfast Week, PSRC will be holding a T-SHIRT design contest for students in grades 1-12. Entries will be due to the Arts Education Resource Center Tuesday, Feb. 21stand will be judged Thursday Feb 23rd • More info @ www.schoolnutrition.org/nsbw

31. Special Olympics Robeson County Spring Games • Wed March 21stall schools are expected to have athlete representation. All forms (intent to participate, athlete registration, participation and release, young athlete registration and release) are due Wed, Feb 22nd

32. 2012 Intel Schools of Distinction Awards • Awards are being offered for schools that demonstrate 21st century teaching and learning environments in math and science. • Don’t miss this opportunity to apply at www.intel.com/about/corporateresponsibility/education/soda/index.htm. • DEADLINE: February 23rd

33. Poetry and Short Prose Contest • Sponsored by the UNCP Friend of the Library. All entries must be postmarked no later than Wed, Feb 29th • More info @ www.uncp.edu/library/friends/2011contest%20rules%20and%entry.pdf

34. STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS!! You will always miss 100% of the shots you don't take.

35. African American Student Organization: • There will be an African American Student Organization meeting held on Tuesday, February 14th, immediately after school in the media center.

36. Listen Up Early Dismissal Kids • Early Release pictures for ones leaving after 2nd period. • Come to the Senior Commons after 2nd period to take your I.D. picture. • Ms. Venega will have finished I.D. for those leaving after 2nd, Wednesday, Feb. 8 in Guidance.

37. Online Classes • Online classes have started, please make sure you log on to the website. If you need your username and password, please see your grade level counselor!

38. Driver’s ED • The next Driver’s ED will begin on Feb. 13th from 3:10-5:10 pm in MBL 1. Students who are 15 or older, or will be 15 by May 31st may sign up at the sign in/tardy desk, or see Ms. Nancy Hunt or Walt Locklear.

39. Driver’s ED • If a student signs up for Driver’s ED and then drops the class, they must wait until al students have had a chance to take Driver’s ED before signing up again. Students who don’t attend the first day of class will not be allowed to enroll on the second day unless they bring a doctor’s note.

40. FFA Members • Please be reminded that our Flower Delivery to Sarah’s Home Care is scheduled for Tuesday, February 14th, 2012 (Valentine’s Day). • Meet at 700 hall @ 5:30pm.

41. FFA • All members need to report their t-shirt size to an advisor. -Thank you

42. Poetry and Short Prose Contest • Sponsored by The Friends of the Library of UNCP. • Open to all area high school students, UNCP students, and the general public. • Prizes- 1st place: $250.00, 2nd place: $150.00, 3rd place: $100.00. • Entry deadline- February 29, 2012. • For more information: http://www.uncp.edu/library/ and click contest links, or talk to your English teachers.

43. HSTW Test Box Missing • Label says “Shipped to Demetrice McMillan” • Shipped on January 17, 2012 • Distribution Center: Ewing, NJ • Tracking Label last 4 # is 8977

44. Attention Students: • Students that have afternoon classes at the Career Center-you can not drive your personal vehicle to the Career Center, you must ride the bus.

45. Attention DECA Members • Meeting every Tuesday in room 207 immediately after school.

46. FOOTBALL • For players who were not able to sign up for Weight Training this semester – After School Weight Training will begin on Wednesday and Thursday immediately after school

47. Attention: • Any Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors taking or will take Honors or upper level science class can join the Science National Honor Society. • Please see Mr. Charles Jones in Room 501.

48. ATTENTION STUDENTS • Students may register online for the SAT/ACT Test or pick up an application in Guidance. Register before it is too late!

49. ACT Deadline • Deadline for April 14, 2012 ACT is March 9, 2012 @ Fayetteville, NC.

50. STUDENTS • Dress for Success every Thursday!!!! • Please participate