Thursday, November 19, 2009 

Ø  Goldbeck Company will be here today at lunch for any senior wanting to buy a senior panoramic picture.  You can purchase a picture even if you did not order one on picture day.  The prices are $25 or $35.  Don’t forget to bring your money.

Ø  The Drama/Speech club will meet today after school in room 4206.  We would also like to congratulate the beauty pageant representatives for the Drama/Speech Club:  Dan Alexander & Becca Moss.

Ø  Seniors – This is a reminder to you that Graduate Sales will be back for Senior orders during lunch on Thursday, December 3^rd in the auditorium foyer.

Ø  Don’t forget that Beta will host their first annual “Junk in the Trunk” garage sale this Saturday in the 9^th grade parking lot.  Spots are still being sold for $20 for the first two spots and $10 for each additional spot.  To purchase contact any Beta member or e-mail a sponsor at sulphurhighbeta@gmail.com.  Beta members please bring your sales and entry forms to a sponsor ASAP, so we can assign spots to individuals.

Ø  Green Club t-shirts are in, please come by and pick yours up in Mrs. Clophus’ room.  If you ordered a shirt, they are $15.  Also, there will be a Green Club meeting on Monday, November 30^th at 3:15pm.

Ø  Student Council members who missed the meeting this week, need to pick up an agenda in Mrs. Petross’ room.  We will also be voting for our beauty pageant contests on Thursday and Friday.  You will only be able to vote when you show Mrs. Petross or Mrs. Brooks your report card!! 

Ø  Today is “Starch Your Thursday”; bring bags of rice, boxes of instant potatoes, gravy packets, and boxes of dry pasta or any items from this week.  All items are donated to Care/Help.  The class that brings the most items will have a donut party on Friday.

 Re-Run News

·    LSUE is having an Open House on Monday, November 23^rd and Tuesday, November 24^th at 10am and 2pm.  To RSVP call 337-550-1374 or register online at http://future.lsue.edu.

·    Seniors:  If you did not take you senior yearbook picture this summer, you need to make an appointment with Jerry Gibson.  This is the only way your picture will be in the yearbook.  Call 527-8785 to schedule an appointment.  Deadline for taking your senior yearbook picture is January 8, 2010.

·    On February 27^th the Louisiana Scholars College will have a Scholars’ Day.  Call 1-800-838-2208 to register or go online at www.nsula.edu/scholarsrecruiting.

·    The Twisters are selling bottle cap necklaces for $10.  You cans see the samples in the window of the front office, and purchase necklaces from a Twister.

·    Central Library in Lake Chares will host an ACT tips program on Thursday, November 19^th from 6:30-7:30pm.  Pre-register by calling 721-7118 or 721-7121. This is a free program.

 What’s in The Cafeteria?

Thursday – Hamburgers, French fries, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, oranges

Friday – Shrimp Po-boy, French fries, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, tangerines

Teacher Announcements

·    If you have missed a day in November, or know that you will miss a day, PLEASE come to the Business Office and sign payroll!!

·   TEACHER APPRECIATION has been changed to Thursday, November 19^th.  Gumbo, potato salad, and tea will be served in the FACS dept during both lunches.  Coffee will be sold as well.

Senior Announcements

·    Seniors:  The McNeese priority deadline for academic Scholarships is December 1.  You must apply for admissions and fill out the scholarship application to be considered.

·    If you filled out a voter’s registration card, please turn it in to the Business Office.  Ms. Culpepper will be bringing them to Lake Charles next week.

·    Senior ads in the yearbook will go on sale Monday, November 9^th until December 11^th or until they are sold out.  You can pick up a form in the front office, counselor’s office, or download it from the SHS website.

·    Sowela Community and Technical College will hold a financial aid workshop on Sunday, February 21 from 2-4pm to assist and answer questions about filling out the FAFSA.

·    ULL is hosting a Fall Preview Day on Saturday, November 21 from 8am to 3pm.  Students are to register online at http://admissions.louisiana.edu/basics/previewday.shtml

·    On Tuesday, January 26, 2010, McNeese Financial Aid will host a Workshop at SHS to assist parents and answer questions about filling out the FAFSA which is the application for TOPS, Grants, and loans.  It will be held in the auditorium at 6pm.

·    Seniors – If you are interested in applying for a NROTC scholarship, see Ms. Lockhart or start an application today at https://www.nrotc.navy.mil.  These scholarships could be worth up to $180,000

 Senior Scholarships

·    If you need more information, please see the counselor’s website or your counselor!!

·    African American Louisiana residents who attend high school, have a “B” average, and ACT score of 19 are eligible for the “Smart Start” scholarship.  You must plan to attend a 4-year Louisiana college in the fall and demonstrate financial need.  See Ms. Lockhart for more info.  Deadline is January 25, 2010.

·    Al’s Formal Wear Scholarship – 2 scholarships at $1000 each.  Deadline is 5/31/10.  For app, visit www.alsformalwear.com/SchoolApp

·    Blue/Gold Foundation Scholarship – Must have 3.0 or higher GPA, and be involved in at least one organization at SHS.  App is available in counselor’s office.  Deadline is 02/15/10-valued at $2500.

·    Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Scholarship – Awarded based on academic performance, community service, and financial need.  Short narrative is required and interviews will be conducted.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.  Deadline is 01/30/10.

·    Delta “Dream Education” Scholarship – Valued at $1000.  Awarded to a female minority senior.  You must pursue a degree in education.  Criteria are minimum GPA 2.5, community service, and financial need.  Short narrative and interview required.  Deadline 01/30/10.

·    Delta Tech – Delta Tech is awarding 8 scholarships to 2010 high school graduates.  You must plan to attend Delta Tech after graduation.  Please see Ms. Lockhart for info about this scholarship.

·    Gates Millennium Scholars Program – Must be a minority student, citizen, or permanent legal resident of the US, have a 3.3 GPA or higher.  Also demonstrate leadership potential through participation in community service, extracurricular or other activities, must meet Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria.  Apply online at www.gmsp.org.  Deadline is 01/11/10.

·    KFC Colonel’s Scholars – Must be graduating in 2010, minimum GPA of 2.75or higher, enroll in a public, in-state college or university in the fall of 2010 and pursue a bachelor’s degree, be a US citizen or permanent resident.  App online at www.kfcscholars.org from 12/01/09-02/10/10.

·    Louisiana Housing Council NAHRO Scholarship – Applicants family member must have worked for a housing agency which is a member in good standing during the student’s entire senior year.  GPA of 3.0, exhibit financial need, and attend a college or vocational training program after high school graduation.  Deadline – 02/15/10

·    National Strength and Conditioning Foundation Scholarships – Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher, demonstrate acceptance into an accredited institution with a plan to major in strength and conditioning related field.  Two scholarships valued at $1000 each will be awarded.  Apply online at www.nsca-lift.org/Foundation/#hs.

·    Our Lady of the Lake College Franciscan Scholarship – 3.5 GPA or higher, ACT composite of 22; essay required; record of activities and leadership.  Full tuition scholarship package for four years toward an undergraduate degree at Our Lady of the Lake College.  Deadline is 02/15/10.