Announcements for Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008

TAWAS AREA HIGH SCHOOL
S T U D E N T A N N O U N C E M E N T S
Wednesday, December 03, 2008

* * TODAY’S NEWS * *

Caiti Bayn, see Mrs. K. Decker TODAY.

Reminder to all placement students: The November 24th worklog can be turned in today due to the snow day on Monday.

Earth Crew meeting: TODAY during lunch in room 28.

Student Council meeting: TODAY during lunch in Mrs. Mikulski’s room.

Yesterday, Tawas Knowledge Bowl lost their game with Arenac 120 to 150. It was a good, close game. Tawas took the lead in the beginning, but Arenac edged ahead in the third quarter. Tawas caught up with Arenac in the fourth quarter, but then they jumped ahead in the end. On the team were captain Mitchel Spleet, Jason Kennedy, Eric Wilk and Chelsea Smith, with alternate Kayla Strong. Tawas' next game will be on Janaury 8 against Atlanta.

Junior/Senior Spanish Club meeting: Thursday, December 4th, at lunch.

THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED Thursday, December 4th, hours 1 & 2 for the PLAN Test.

YAC is collecting money for “Kids Against Hunger.” They are raising money to package food in February to feed the hungry. We are having a contest against Oscoda, Whittemore & Hale to see which school can raise the most money. A traveling trophy will be awarded. The contest will run through December & January. Please put your extra change into the YAC jar during lunch! Every two weeks you will be updated on the money we have collected and which school has collected the most!

SOPHOMORES: Jostens will be here to deliver your class rings this Friday; you must pay the balance before receiving yours.

SENIORS: If you want to submit your suggestions for class motto, song, colors and flower, please pick up a form from either Mrs. LeClair or Mrs. Whetstone and return it by Friday, December 8th.

The 2008-2009 high school yearbook entitled "Under Construction" is on sale through December 8, 2008. The yearbook staff sells the books through the publisher Herff Jones. All high school students should have received their order forms in the mail. If not, please see Mrs. Beckley and she will give you another form. Students will receive another mailer in November. You can also order them online at www.yearbookordercenter.com and then type in the order #40312. You must order your yearbook through the publisher, not the school or yearbook club. The yearbook club will only be ordering 20 extra books and these will be sold on a first come basis so now is the time to get your copy.

December Trivia is in the west end show case. This is a chance to win a 2009 Tawas Yearbook! Pick up trivia sheets from either Mrs. Mikulski or Mrs. Kosto and return them by 2:30 PM on December 17th.

Sophomore Spanish Club meeting: Thursday, December 11th, at lunch.

* * OTHER IMPORTANT NEWS * *

DETENTION is on Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays after school in Mrs. Whetstone's room (#36) from 2:45 - 3:45 PM and morning detention will be in Mrs. Kosto's art room on Wednesdays from 7:15 - 7:55 AM.

IF YOU NEED TO LEAVE SCHOOL EARLY (for appointments, etc.) please bring a note from your parents. Keep the note with you to show your teacher so you can get out of class. Turn the note in to the office when you sign out. THIS IS THE BEST WAY TO GET YOU OUT AND WHERE YOU NEED TO GO ON TIME. Please be sure to check out of class and be ready to go on time! It is your responsibility to watch the clock!

BUS PASS REQUESTS MUST BE IN WRITING (by a parent), turned in to the office BEFORE SCHOOL and must have the address and name of the bus. Passes requested before school can be picked up DURING LUNCH & AFTER SCHOOL ONLY.

If you’re under 18 and have a job, you must have a WORK PERMIT! They are in the rack outside the high school office.

* * SPORTS NEWS * *

The JV girls’ basketball team defeated Mio last night by the score of 59-26. Our leading scorer was Lauren Look with 12 points. Also reaching double figures in scoring were Christie Cooper with 11 points, Emily Short with 11 points, and Lyndsey Look with 10 points. Sammy Smith added 7 points and Hannah Johnston and Abby Myles each with 4 points. Way to go girls!
The varsity girls’ basketball team opened up their season last night with a 64-16 win over Mio. Rachel Adaline scored 19, Dana Kolnitys 10, Emily Gracik 7, Courtney Clothier and Gina Gerow each added 6. All of the Braves scored in the game. The girls play again on Friday night at home against Alcona.

Students interested in playing football next fall, there will be a meeting Thursday morning, December 4th at 7:45 AM in Coach Livingston's room. Important off-season information will be given at this time. If you cannot attend, please see Coach Livingston or Coach Webb before the end of the week.

ATTENTION BOYS & GIRLS SOCCER PLAYERS: If you are interested in playing winter soccer, please see the information on the window outside the office. The deadline to sign up is Friday, December 13th.

* * COUNSELING OFFICE NEWS * *

Dual enrollment packets for second semester are now available in the counseling office.

* * SCHOLARSHIPS * *

A local scholarship from the Masonic Foundation is available in the Counseling Office. You must be a high school senior, have two letters of recommendation from two school personnel, have two letters from non-school personnel and have a statement of vocational or professional goals. Deadline to the Counseling Office is January 5, 2009.

The Elks National Foundation Scholarship applications are available in the counseling office or you may visit them online at www.elks.org/enf/scholars/downloadMVS.cfm where you can submit electronically. A significant component of the scoring system is based on the overall professional appearance of the application. Applications that are completed electronically, or at least typed, have a better chance of winning awards. Applications must be received at the local Elks Lodge by January 9, 2009.

The Michigan Elks Association offers the "Gold Key" Scholarship. This is offered for special-needs students who want to pursue a higher education at an accredited educational institution or a licensed vocational school. Stop in the Counseling Office for more info. Applications must be filed with the local Lodge by January 15, 2009.

The NALS of Michigan (Assoc. for Legal Professionals) is offering a scholarship for students pursuing a degree in the legal field. Stop in the Counseling Office for information. Applications must be postmarked by January 15, 2009.

"The American Legion's" department of Michigan has several scholarship opportunities for students whose parents or grandparents were war time veterans. Stop in the Counseling Office for information or visit their website at www.michiganlegion.org. Deadline date is January 19, 2009.

New Scholarship Posting for Seniors! Ronald McDonald House Charities U.S. Scholarship Program. Planning on attending a two or four year college or university? Could use some financial assistance? For more information stop in the Counseling Office or visit the website at: www.rmhc.org Application deadline is February 16, 2009.

The Michigan Oil & Gas Producers Education Foundation is offering a $500.00 scholarship to a senior that will be pursuing a degree in an energy field of study. A minimum GPA of 3.00 is required and must demonstrate financial need. A scholarship application can be found online at www.mogpef.org or in the counseling office. Deadline date is April 1, 2009.