Thursday, October 25, 2007

Congratulations to our girls cross country team for capturing the district championship yesterday. Freshman Anna H was the 1 st place medalist; Mailaika T finished 3 rd ; Brittany C was 6 th ; Kassie L was 7 th ; and Alisha A was 24 th . The boys cross country team finished in 3 rd place. Carlos O finished 12 th ; Matt W was 14 th ; and Jacob L finished 15 th . Way to go cross country!

All junior and senior class officers need to meet in the Student Activities Office today immediately after school.

They're not your typical football players. Read all about them in Friday's PowWow. Still a bargain at only 25 cents.

Which seniors can get the crowd pumped the most – guys or girls? How about volleyball or football? Get ready for the highlight of the semester as we challenge volleyball to a match against football. Who will take home all the bragging rights? Check it out at the pep rally tomorrow.

Auditions have been scheduled for PNG's production of “Disney's High School Musical” and will be held this Monday and Tuesday, October 29 and 30 at 3:30pm in the auditorium. Don't miss out on your opportunity to “Bop to the Top” with Troy , Gabriella and the rest of the gang. Anyone interested in trying out needs to pick up an application from Mrs. Barclay in the Black Box.

Check out the Galaxy of Stars in the cafeteria.  This wall was created as a way to thank those who lead groups and organizations, and a congratulations to all those who achieve special honors.  Student Council tries to get information from the daily bulletins. However, teachers and sponsors are encouraged to e-mail Mrs. Yosko with names of students and the special achievements they feel should be recognized. 

Student Council is sponsoring the Red Ribbon Wall in the cafeteria and would like to encourage students and staff to add their names to the wall.  Stop by B113 and add your name.  Remember, "Don't Monkey Around With Drugs!"

To all students who have expressed an interest in the summer 2008 tour of the British Isles : The deadline for application is fast approaching, and we need to get a fairly accurate count of those who will be making this trip. If you have not yet signed up but plan to, please contact Mrs. Hancock or Mrs. Burkle and let her know of your intent, so that we can add your name to the list.

The spirit contest for the Central game runs through November 2 nd . We are collecting can goods for the needy. Bring your can good and turn them in to the front of the cafeteria or to room A 142. Help us CAN CENTRAL!

There will be a senior class meeting on Tuesday, October 30 th at 7:45 a.m. in the auditorium.

FCCLA officers need to meet in Mrs. Schexnaider's room for a short meeting on Monday, October 29th at 7:00 am . All other FCCLA members need to meet after school on Monday the 29th for our October service project.

Attention seniors!! If you missed the first SAT for this school year, you really need to register for the November 3 rd test.  It will be given on the PN-G campus but you must register online at www.collegeboard.com or come by the counseling office for a registration packet.  Late registration has begun and will cost $65.  The next testing date is December 1 st . 

PTSA has started their Reflections Program. The theme this year is “I Can Make a Difference by....”. The categories for entry are literature, musical composition, photography, visual arts, dance choreography, and film/video. You can pick up an entry form in the Student Activities Office. The deadline is October 31 st .

The Student Council's Energy Committee is collecting old, used prescription eyeglasses for the Lion's Club. Please bring glasses to the main office, the cafeteria, or Mrs. Yosko's room B 113 by Friday.

This week's clue for the Criminal Justice club contests is: Everyone's scared of the clown in the closet but the extra bodies in the swimming pool are more frightening than the trees coming alive.  But staying inside and watching TV isn't the safest place to be either so whatever you do, don't go into the light.  Today is the last day to submit your entry to the CATE office.

Red Ribbon Week is October 29 th – November 2 nd . Days are as follows: Monday – Don't hide behind drugs; wear camo; Tuesday – Don't get mixed up with drugs – wear mismatched clothes; Wednesday – Don't monkey around with drugs – wear red; Thursday – Follow your dreams; don't do drugs – wear your favorite college shirt; and Friday – Indians are proud to be drug free – wear purple. Pictures will be taken each morning at 7:35 in the cafeteria. Dress up and join the fun! Hats and caps are not allowed on these days.