Announcements for Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010

SPORTS NEWS...

VARSITY BOWLING: Our home meet last Saturday was very good for the boys, beating W-P 22-8. Ian MacMurray bowled 218 & 194, while Matt Krumm came in with 187 & 179. The girls didn't have the same luck lossing to Pinny 29-1. Kyra Goodman had the only win with a 147 & 134. Paige Lentz bowled a 139 game. Go Braves!

ANY GIRL INTERESTED IN PLAYING SOFTBALL THIS SPRING, needs to see Mr. Collins in room #3. We can always use more players.

IMPORTANT NEWS FOR EVERYONE (8th -12th)...

WANT TO HELP THE VICTIMS OF THE HAITI EARTHQUAKE? Stop by the school store this week. All profits will be sent to help in the aftermath of the earthquake there!

ALL CLUBS, SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS & GROUPS CAN JOIN IN THE PERCHVILLE PARADE! The parade will start at the Tawas City Fire Hall and end at the Post Office on Newman Street in East Tawas. Entries should be motorized. No fee or registration is required, however you are asked to notify the Chamber of Commerce of your intent to participate by Wednesdsay, Feb. 3rd. Decorate your entry with a general winter ice fishing theme or get into the spirit of the 1960's with tie-dyed headbands and peace signs. The Perchville slogan this year is, "Peace, Love & Perch!" Call the Chamber of Commerce at 362-8643 for more information.

KING OF THE ROAD DRIVING SCHOOL WILL BE HOLDING A SEGMENT ONE CLASS at Tawas Area High School starting on February 8th. Classes will run from 7:00 to 9:00 PM Monday thru Thursday. All information can be found online at www.kingoftheroaddrivingschool.com.

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 at Mr. Grusecki's office when you sign out. THIS IS THE BEST WAY TO GET YOU OUT AND WHERE YOU NEED TO BE GOING 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 SUBMITTED IN WRITING BEFORE SCHOOL Bus pass requests must be written (by a parent), turned in the Mr. Kiblinger's office BEFORE SCHOOL, and must have the address and name of the bus written on them. Passes requested before school can be picked up DURING LUNCH & AFTER SCHOOL ONLY.

WORK PERMITS If you are under 18 and have a job, you must have a WORK PERMIT! They can be found in the rack outside front office.

9TH - 12TH GRADE INFORMATION...

ATTENTION SENIORS: Remember Whens are due back to Mrs. Decker or Mrs. Perrot by Tuesday, January 19th.

SPANISH CLUB RELAY FOR LIFE TEAM MEETING: Wednesday at lunch in room #29.

STUDENT COUNCIL OFFICERS need to meet with Ms. del Rio on Wednesday during lunch. Thank you.

SENIOR COMPOSITE PICTURES will be February 11, 2010. Make up date is February 25.

THERE WILL BE AN IMPORTANT PARENT MEETING FOR THE FINE ARTS TRIP to Grand Rapids on Tuesday, January 19th, at 5:30 PM in Mrs. Lentz Room 7 in the Junior High wing. You and your parent, or an adult representing your parent(s), MUST attend for you to go on the trip. If there is a problem, please see me ASAP!

KALEIDOSCOPE APPLICATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE OUTSIDE THE COMMONS. (They are in the file on the wall) or you may also get one from Mrs. Grusecki. The deadline is Friday, February 12th. As a reminder, there will only be 15 acts allowed! The first 15 applicants to meet all necessary requirements for the performance will be selected for Kaleidoscope 2010, so get yours completed and hand-delivered to Mrs. Grusecki ASAP!

COUNSELING OFFICE NEWS...

THERE IS A KIWANIS/MICHIGAN STATE POLICE LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY PROGRAM being offered to 10th, 11th and 12th grade students. The program is being held July 11-16, 2010. This is a week long program in law related careers. Through presentations and discussions, as well as a few basic training exercises, students get hands-on experience. The program is a sample of the State Trooper Recruit Training. For more information stop by the counseling office. Deadline date is March 31, 2010.

APPLICATIONS FOR THE HELEN LAIDLAW FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP ARE NOW AVAILABLE. Applications can be found on the Tawas website or in the counseling office. Deadline date is April 1, 2010.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A PILOT? The Oscoda-Wurtsmith Airport Authority is offering a scholarship to students 16 and over by April 1st. Stop in the counseling office for more info. Deadline date to address given is April 1, 2010.

THE TAFT (TAWAS AREA FEDERATION OF TEACHERS) SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW POSTED. Interested applicants should visit the counseling office website and download the PDF form for more information. Deadline is April 16, 2010.

ATTENTION SENIORS! Check the Tawas Website for scholarship listings and their deadlines!

Announcements for Monday, Jan. 18, 2010

SPORTS NEWS...

THE JV BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM DEFEATED WHITTEMORE FRIDAY 53-35. It was a very well played game with 8 players scoring on the night. They were led by Chase Blackmore with 12 points and Tyler Samuels with 11 points.

THE VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM DEFEATED WHITTEMORE 68-52 FRIDAY. Leading scorers were Jesse Siwek, 18 points; and DJ Decker, Travis Simmons, and Cody Jordan all with 10 points.

ANY GIRL INTERESTED IN PLAYING SOFTBALL THIS SPRING, needs to see Mr. Collins in room #3. We can always use more players.

IMPORTANT NEWS FOR EVERYONE (8th -12th)...

ALL CLUBS, SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS & GROUPS CAN JOIN IN THE PERCHVILLE PARADE! The parade will start at the Tawas City Fire Hall and end at the Post Office on Newman Street in East Tawas. Entries should be motorized. No fee or registration is required, however you are asked to notify the Chamber of Commerce of your intent to participate by Wednesdsay, Feb. 3rd. Decorate your entry with a general winter ice fishing theme or get into the spirit of the 1960's with tie-dyed headbands and peace signs. The Perchville slogan this year is, "Peace, Love & Perch!" Call the Chamber of Commerce at 362-8643 for more information.

KING OF THE ROAD DRIVING SCHOOL WILL BE HOLDING A SEGMENT ONE CLASS at Tawas Area High School starting on February 8th. Classes will run from 7:00 to 9:00 PM Monday thru Thursday. All information can be found online at www.kingoftheroaddrivingschool.com.

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 at Mr. Grusecki's office when you sign out. THIS IS THE BEST WAY TO GET YOU OUT AND WHERE YOU NEED TO BE GOING 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 SUBMITTED IN WRITING BEFORE SCHOOL Bus pass requests must be written (by a parent), turned in the Mr. Kiblinger's office BEFORE SCHOOL, and must have the address and name of the bus written on them. Passes requested before school can be picked up DURING LUNCH & AFTER SCHOOL ONLY.

WORK PERMITS If you are under 18 and have a job, you must have a WORK PERMIT! They can be found in the rack outside front office.

9TH - 12TH GRADE INFORMATION...

SENIOR CLASS MEETING: Tuesday morning during Channel One.

ATTENTION SENIORS: Remember Whens are due back to Mrs. Decker or Mrs. Perrot by Tuesday, January 19th.

SPANISH CLUB RELAY FOR LIFE TEAM MEETING: Wednesday at lunch in room #29.

STUDENT COUNCIL OFFICERS need to meet with Ms. del Rio on Wednesday during lunch. Thank you.

SENIOR COMPOSITE PICTURES will be February 11, 2010. Make up date is February 25.

THERE WILL BE AN IMPORTANT PARENT MEETING FOR THE FINE ARTS TRIP to Grand Rapids on Tuesday, January 19th, at 5:30 PM in Mrs. Lentz Room 7 in the Junior High wing. You and your parent, or an adult representing your parent(s), MUST attend for you to go on the trip. If there is a problem, please see me ASAP!

THE KALEIDOSCOPE SLOTS ARE GETTING FILLED UP! If you are still interested in performing, get your application to Mrs. Grusecki ASAP!

KALEIDOSCOPE APPLICATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE OUTSIDE THE COMMONS. (They are in the file on the wall) or you may also get one from Mrs. Grusecki. The deadline is Friday, February 12th. As a reminder, there will only be 15 acts allowed! The first 15 applicants to meet all necessary requirements for the performance will be selected for Kaleidoscope 2010, so get yours completed and hand-delivered to Mrs. Grusecki ASAP!

COUNSELING OFFICE NEWS...

SENIORS, REMIND YOUR PARENTS ABOUT THE FINANCIAL AID WORKSHOP being held on Monday, January 18th, at 7:00 PM in the high school library. Important information regarding college funding, FAFSA, and more.

THE TAFT (TAWAS AREA FEDERATION OF TEACHERS) SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW POSTED. Interested applicants should visit the counseling office website and download the PDF form for more information. Deadline is April 16, 2010.

APPLICATIONS FOR THE HELEN LAIDLAW FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP ARE NOW AVAILABLE. Applications can be found on the Tawas website or in the counseling office. Deadline date is April 1, 2010.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A PILOT? The Oscoda-Wurtsmith Airport Authority is offering a scholarship to students 16 and over by April 1st. Stop in the counseling office for more info. Deadline date to address given is April 1, 2010.

ATTENTION SENIORS! Check the Tawas Website for scholarship listings and their deadlines!

Announcements for Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010

CURRENT EVENTS...

JV/VARSITY GIRLS BASKETBALL AT HOME TONIGHT vs. Whittemore at 6:00 PM.

SPORTS NEWS...

THERE WILL BE A SOFTBALL MEETING FOR ALL 9TH-12TH GRADE GIRLS this Thursday, Jan. 14th, in room #3 (Coach Collins's room), during lunch (both lunches). This is an important meeting. If you cannot attend, be sure to see Coach Collins for important information.

IMPORTANT NEWS FOR EVERYONE (8th -12th)...

DETENTION is in Room 24 this week.

B-LUNCH WALKING CLUB We will begin today at the south east gym door. Look for the sign.

ALL CLUBS, SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS & GROUPS CAN JOIN IN THE PERCHVILLE PARADE! The parade will start at the Tawas City Fire Hall and end at the Post Office on Newman Street in East Tawas. Entries should be motorized. No fee or registration is required, however you are asked to notify the Chamber of Commerce of your intent to participate by Wednesdsay, Feb. 3rd. Decorate your entry with a general winter ice fishing theme or get into the spirit of the 1960's with tie-dyed headbands and peace signs. The Perchville slogan this year is, "Peace, Love & Perch!" Call the Chamber of Commerce at 362-8643 for more information.

KING OF THE ROAD DRIVING SCHOOL WILL BE HOLDING A SEGMENT ONE CLASS at Tawas Area High School starting on February 8th. Classes will run from 7:00 to 9:00 PM Monday thru Thursday. All information can be found online at www.kingoftheroaddrivingschool.com.

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 at Mr. Grusecki's office when you sign out. THIS IS THE BEST WAY TO GET YOU OUT AND WHERE YOU NEED TO BE GOING 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 SUBMITTED IN WRITING BEFORE SCHOOL Bus pass requests must be written (by a parent), turned in the Mr. Kiblinger's office BEFORE SCHOOL, and must have the address and name of the bus written on them. Passes requested before school can be picked up DURING LUNCH & AFTER SCHOOL ONLY.

WORK PERMITS If you are under 18 and have a job, you must have a WORK PERMIT! They can be found in the rack outside front office.

9TH - 12TH GRADE INFORMATION...

SPANISH CLUB JUNIORS OR SENIORS, if you missed the meeting yesterday, come to the Sophomore meeting today at lunch.

STUDENT DRIVERS: Please try to follow the layout of the parking lot. For the past several days cars have been blocked in and unable to move when need be. Remember to have your tag placed in a visible spot on your dash or rearview mirror. Thank you!

KALEIDOSCOPE APPLICATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE OUTSIDE THE COMMONS. (They are in the file on the wall) or you may also get one from Mrs. Grusecki. The deadline is Friday, February 12th. As a reminder, there will only be 15 acts allowed! The first 15 applicants to meet all necessary requirements for the performance will be selected for Kaleidoscope 2010, so get yours completed and hand-delivered to Mrs. Grusecki ASAP!

COUNSELING OFFICE NEWS...

SENIORS, REMIND YOUR PARENTS ABOUT THE FINANCIAL AID WORKSHOP being held on Monday, January 18th, at 7:00 PM in the high school library. Important information regarding college funding, FAFSA, and more.

THE TAFT (TAWAS AREA FEDERATION OF TEACHERS) SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW POSTED. Interested applicants should visit the counseling office website and download the PDF form for more information. Deadline is April 16, 2010.

APPLICATIONS FOR THE HELEN LAIDLAW FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP ARE NOW AVAILABLE. Applications can be found on the Tawas website or in the counseling office. Deadline date is April 1, 2010.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A PILOT? The Oscoda-Wurtsmith Airport Authority is offering a scholarship to students 16 and over by April 1st. Stop in the counseling office for more info. Deadline date to address given is April 1, 2010.

ATTENTION SENIORS! Check the Tawas Website for scholarship listings and their deadlines!

Announcements for Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010

SPORTS NEWS...

THE JV GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM LOST TO MIDLAND 44-28 LAST NIGHT. They scrapped and battled all night but came up short to the very good Midland team. Our leading scorer was Catherine Pinkerton with 8 points.

THE GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM DROPPED TO 6-3 LAST NIGHT with a 54-42 loss to Midland. Rachel Adaline scored 22 points and Dana Kolnitys had 11 points to lead the Braves.

THERE WILL BE A SOFTBALL MEETING FOR ALL 9TH-12TH GRADE GIRLS this Thursday, Jan. 14th, in room #3 (Coach Collins's room), during lunch (both lunches). This is an important meeting. If you cannot attend, be sure to see Coach Collins for important information.

8TH GRADE INFORMATION...

ANY 8TH GRADER INTERESTED IN COMPETING IN THE MATH COUNTS COMPETITION, and missed the informational meeting this morning, should see Coach Stoll sometime today.

IMPORTANT NEWS FOR EVERYONE (8th -12th)...

DETENTION is in Room 24 this week.

ATTENTION B-LUNCH STUDENTS: Watch for the start of the "Walking Club." We will begin on January 18th.

ALL CLUBS, SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS & GROUPS CAN JOIN IN THE PERCHVILLE PARADE! The parade will start at the Tawas City Fire Hall and end at the Post Office on Newman Street in East Tawas. Entries should be motorized. No fee or registration is required, however you are asked to notify the Chamber of Commerce of your intent to participate by Wednesdsay, Feb. 3rd. Decorate your entry with a general winter ice fishing theme or get into the spirit of the 1960's with tie-dyed headbands and peace signs. The Perchville slogan this year is, "Peace, Love & Perch!" Call the Chamber of Commerce at 362-8643 for more information.

KING OF THE ROAD DRIVING SCHOOL WILL BE HOLDING A SEGMENT ONE CLASS at Tawas Area High School starting on February 8th. Classes will run from 7:00 to 9:00 PM Monday thru Thursday. All information can be found online at www.kingoftheroaddrivingschool.com.

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 at Mr. Grusecki's office when you sign out. THIS IS THE BEST WAY TO GET YOU OUT AND WHERE YOU NEED TO BE GOING 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 SUBMITTED IN WRITING BEFORE SCHOOL Bus pass requests must be written (by a parent), turned in the Mr. Kiblinger's office BEFORE SCHOOL, and must have the address and name of the bus written on them. Passes requested before school can be picked up DURING LUNCH & AFTER SCHOOL ONLY.

WORK PERMITS If you are under 18 and have a job, you must have a WORK PERMIT! They can be found in the rack outside front office.

9TH - 12TH GRADE INFORMATION...

NHS MEMBERS WHO SIGNED UP FOR COOKIES FOR WEDNESDAY'S INDUCTION: Please bring cookies tomorrow during the school day. All members meet by the library entrance at 6:45 PM Wednesday evening.

STUDENT DRIVERS: Please try to follow the layout of the parking lot. For the past several days cars have been blocked in and unable to move when need be. Remember to have your tag placed in a visible spot on your dash or rearview mirror. Thank you!

KALEIDOSCOPE APPLICATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE OUTSIDE THE COMMONS. (They are in the file on the wall) or you may also get one from Mrs. Grusecki. The deadline is Friday, February 12th. As a reminder, there will only be 15 acts allowed! The first 15 applicants to meet all necessary requirements for the performance will be selected for Kaleidoscope 2010, so get yours completed and hand-delivered to Mrs. Grusecki ASAP!

COUNSELING OFFICE NEWS...

SENIORS, REMIND YOUR PARENTS ABOUT THE FINANCIAL AID WORKSHOP being held on Monday, January 18th, at 7:00 PM in the high school library. Important information regarding college funding, FAFSA, and more.

THE TAFT (TAWAS AREA FEDERATION OF TEACHERS) SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW POSTED. Interested applicants should visit the counseling office website and download the PDF form for more information. Deadline is April 16, 2010.

ATTENTION SENIORS! Check the Tawas Website for scholarship listings and their deadlines!

Announcements for Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010

CURRENT EVENTS...

JV/VARSITY GIRLS BASKETBALL AT HOME TONIGHT vs. Midland at 6:00 PM.

SPORTS NEWS...

THE FRESHMAN GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM IMPROVED TO 3-1 LAST NIGHT with their victory against the Hale Eagles JV Team. Hale stayed with the young Braves for two quarters before the Freshmen Braves took control of the game and winning running away with the final score of 64-31. Scoring for the Braves, went as follows: Jenny Ross 22 pts., Amber Yates 11 pts., Ivy Schaff 8 pts., Tessa Schmidt 6 pts., Shelby Alda, Paige Binder & Serina Sciotta each with 4 pts., Abbie Cacorette 3 pts., and Maria Bacarella with 2 pts. The young Braves won't see more action until next week Thrusday against Ogemaw. Good Luck girls. Keep up your winning ways.

MR. COMPAU APOLOGIZES TO THE FRESHMAN BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM for having misplaced the stats from your great victory on Friday night against Pinconning improving your record to 4-0. Stats will be coming shortly.

VARSITY BOWLING RESULTS FROM LAST SATURDAY: This past Saturday was brutal on the Tawas teams. The Falcons beat the boys 28-2; our winning points came from Ian MacMurray 245, and Matt Krumm 211. Nathan Heine also bowled the game of his life, a 196. John Glenn girls beat the Braves 30-0. Amanda Campbell scored 155, and Paige Lentz a 144. The Bobcats posted a new conference record 1056 game. Go Braves!

THERE WILL BE A SOFTBALL MEETING FOR ALL 9TH-12TH GRADE GIRLS this Thursday, Jan. 14th, in room #3 (Coach Collins's room), during lunch (both lunches). This is an important meeting. If you cannot attend, be sure to see Coach Collins for important information.

8TH GRADE INFORMATION...

ANY 8TH GRADER INTERESTED IN COMPETING IN THE MATH COUNTS COMPETITION is invited to attend an informational meeting Wednesday, January 13th at 7:45 AM in Mr. Stoll's room #10.

IMPORTANT NEWS FOR EVERYONE (8th -12th)...

DETENTION is in Room 24 this week.

ATTENTION B-LUNCH STUDENTS: Watch for the start of the "Walking Club." We will begin on January 18th.

SEVERAL STUDENTS AUDITIONED LAST WEEK FOR THE ELITE MSBOA DIST. 9 ALL STAR BAND last week, which will be held April 16th and 17th in Houghton Lake. This band is made up of the best students from all over our district and is very, very difficult to get into. This year was no exception. Please congratulate the following students for their acceptance into this year's District 9 All-Star Band. For the 7th-9th Grade Junior Band: Barbra Lounsbury, 8th Chair Clarinet; Cole VanderVeen, 3rd Chair Alto Saxophone; & Kalvin Lentz, 1st Chair Tenor Saxophone. For the 10th-12th Grade Senior Band: Gwin Simpson, 5th Chair Flute; Courtney McGee, 1st Chair Clarinet (out of 12 Clarinets!); & Shanna Britt, 3rd Chair Trombone. Please congratulate these students on a job well done!

ALL CLUBS, SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS & GROUPS CAN JOIN IN THE PERCHVILLE PARADE! The parade will start at the Tawas City Fire Hall and end at the Post Office on Newman Street in East Tawas. Entries should be motorized. No fee or registration is required, however you are asked to notify the Chamber of Commerce of your intent to participate by Wednesdsay, Feb. 3rd. Decorate your entry with a general winter ice fishing theme or get into the spirit of the 1960's with tie-dyed headbands and peace signs. The Perchville slogan this year is, "Peace, Love & Perch!" Call the Chamber of Commerce at 362-8643 for more information.

KING OF THE ROAD DRIVING SCHOOL WILL BE HOLDING A SEGMENT ONE CLASS at Tawas Area High School starting on February 8th. Classes will run from 7:00 to 9:00 PM Monday thru Thursday. All information can be found online at www.kingoftheroaddrivingschool.com.

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 at Mr. Grusecki's office when you sign out. THIS IS THE BEST WAY TO GET YOU OUT AND WHERE YOU NEED TO BE GOING 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 SUBMITTED IN WRITING BEFORE SCHOOL Bus pass requests must be written (by a parent), turned in the Mr. Kiblinger's office BEFORE SCHOOL, and must have the address and name of the bus written on them. Passes requested before school can be picked up DURING LUNCH & AFTER SCHOOL ONLY.

WORK PERMITS If you are under 18 and have a job, you must have a WORK PERMIT! They can be found in the rack outside front office.

9TH - 12TH GRADE INFORMATION...

NHS MEMBERS WHO SIGNED UP FOR COOKIES FOR WEDNESDAY'S INDUCTION: Please bring cookies tomorrow during the school day. All members meet by the library entrance at 6:45 PM Wednesday evening.

SENIOR BOARD: You have a meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 13th, at 7:30 AM in Room 16. Please be on time.

AS A RESULT OF LAST WEEK'S KNOWLEDGE BOWL TEST, the team for the January 21st game against Atlanta will be Captain Chris Ross, Jared Moore, Eric Wilk and Craig Finley, with alternates Christiana Peach and Ian MacMurray.

KALEIDOSCOPE APPLICATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE OUTSIDE THE COMMONS. (They are in the file on the wall) or you may also get one from Mrs. Grusecki. The deadline is Friday, February 12th. As a reminder, there will only be 15 acts allowed! The first 15 applicants to meet all necessary requirements for the performance will be selected for Kaleidoscope 2010, so get yours completed and hand-delivered to Mrs. Grusecki ASAP!

COUNSELING OFFICE NEWS...

THE TAFT (TAWAS AREA FEDERATION OF TEACHERS) SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW POSTED. Interested applicants should visit the counseling office website and download the PDF form for more information. Deadline is April 16, 2010.

ATTENTION SENIORS! Check the Tawas Website for scholarship listings and their deadlines!

Announcements for Monday, Jan. 11, 2010

CURRENT EVENTS...

FRESHMAN GIRLS BASKETBALL AT HOME TONIGHT vs. Hale at 6:00 PM.

SPORTS NEWS...

THE JV BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM DEFEATED PINCONNING FRIDAY NIGHT 45-37 with a great team defensive effort. Leading scorers on the night were Chase Blackmore with 14 and Nick Kolnitys with 11. Great job boys!

THERE WILL BE A SOFTBALL MEETING FOR ALL 9TH-12TH GRADE GIRLS this Thursday, Jan. 14th, in room #3 (Coach Collins's room), during lunch (both lunches). This is an important meeting. If you cannot attend, be sure to see Coach Collins for important information.

IMPORTANT NEWS FOR EVERYONE (8th -12th)...

ATTENTION B-LUNCH STUDENTS: Watch for the start of the "Walking Club." We will begin on January 18th.

ALL CLUBS, SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS & GROUPS CAN JOIN IN THE PERCHVILLE PARADE! The parade will start at the Tawas City Fire Hall and end at the Post Office on Newman Street in East Tawas. Entries should be motorized. No fee or registration is required, however you are asked to notify the Chamber of Commerce of your intent to participate by Wednesdsay, Feb. 3rd. Decorate your entry with a general winter ice fishing theme or get into the spirit of the 1960's with tie-dyed headbands and peace signs. The Perchville slogan this year is, "Peace, Love & Perch!" Call the Chamber of Commerce at 362-8643 for more information.

KING OF THE ROAD DRIVING SCHOOL WILL BE HOLDING A SEGMENT ONE CLASS at Tawas Area High School starting on February 8th. Classes will run from 7:00 to 9:00 PM Monday thru Thursday. All information can be found online at www.kingoftheroaddrivingschool.com.

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 at Mr. Grusecki's office when you sign out. THIS IS THE BEST WAY TO GET YOU OUT AND WHERE YOU NEED TO BE GOING 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 SUBMITTED IN WRITING BEFORE SCHOOL Bus pass requests must be written (by a parent), turned in the Mr. Kiblinger's office BEFORE SCHOOL, and must have the address and name of the bus written on them. Passes requested before school can be picked up DURING LUNCH & AFTER SCHOOL ONLY.

WORK PERMITS If you are under 18 and have a job, you must have a WORK PERMIT! They can be found in the rack outside front office.

9TH - 12TH GRADE INFORMATION...

SENIORS WHO DID NOT PLACE THIER CAP & GOWN ORDER: Get them in to the office by 8:00 AM Tuesday (tomorrow), Jan. 12th!

SENIOR BOARD: You have a meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 13th, at 7:30 AM in Room 16. Please be on time.

COUNSELING OFFICE NEWS...

THE TAFT (TAWAS AREA FEDERATION OF TEACHERS) SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW POSTED. Interested applicants should visit the counseling office website and download the PDF form for more information. Deadline is April 16, 2010.

ATTENTION SENIORS! Check the Tawas Website for scholarship listings and their deadlines!

Announcements for Friday, Jan. 8, 2010

CURRENT EVENTS...

FRESHMAN BOYS BASKETBALL AT HOME TONIGHT vs. Pinconning at 4:30 PM.

JV BOYS BASKETBALL AT HOME TONIGHT vs. Pinconning at 6:00 PM.

VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL AT HOME TONIGHT vs. Pinconning at 7:30 PM.

WHITE-OUT TONIGHT AT THE VARSITY BASKETBALL GAME! Everyone wear white shirts to the game tonight! GO BRAVES!!!

GIRLS VARSITY BOWLING VS. JOHN GLENN SATURDAY at Tawas Sunrise Lanes at 11:00 AM.

BOYS VARSITY BOWLING VS. JOHN GLENN SATURDAY at Tawas Sunrise Lanes at 2:00 PM.

SPORTS NEWS...

THE JV GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM DEFEATED PINCONNING 56-27 LAST NIGHT Abby Gentges led all scorers with 22 points and Kim Salwey added 14 to lead the Braves. Great team effort girls, you rock!

THE VARSITY GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM DEFEATED PINCONNING 62-22 LAST NIGHT, improving their record to 6-2. Rachel Adaline scored 15, Dana Kolnitys 13, Audrey Thoryk 10, and Molly Stoll 8.

8TH GRADE INFORMATION...

SUPER CONGRATULATIONS TO REBEKAH PALMER for earning Key #3: I build positive habits! Way to Go For It! Rebekah!

IMPORTANT NEWS FOR EVERYONE (8th -12th)...

DETENTION this week is being held in Room 24

KING OF THE ROAD DRIVING SCHOOL WILL BE HOLDING A SEGMENT ONE CLASS at Tawas Area High School starting on February 8th. Classes will run from 7:00 to 9:00 PM Monday thru Thursday. All information can be found online at www.kingoftheroaddrivingschool.com.

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 at Mr. Grusecki's office when you sign out. THIS IS THE BEST WAY TO GET YOU OUT AND WHERE YOU NEED TO BE GOING 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 SUBMITTED IN WRITING BEFORE SCHOOL Bus pass requests must be written (by a parent), turned in the Mr. Kiblinger's office BEFORE SCHOOL, and must have the address and name of the bus written on them. Passes requested before school can be picked up DURING LUNCH & AFTER SCHOOL ONLY.

WORK PERMITS If you are under 18 and have a job, you must have a WORK PERMIT! They can be found in the rack outside front office.

9TH - 12TH GRADE INFORMATION...

THE DANCE SCHEDULED FOR THIS FRIDAY IS CANCELLED due to the length of the three basketball games being played. We will try to reschedule.

SPANISH CLUB MEETINGS: Wednesday, January 13th, for juniors/seniors and Thursday, January 14th, for sophomores and B lunch.

STUDENTS, GET READY FOR TWO UPCOMING EVENTS: Friday, Feb. 5th, is the Winter Ball in the commons following the home basketball games. Yes, once again, there will be Ugly Sweater Awards! This year it is called "Morp" (Prom spelled backwards), and the girls ask the guys to the dance (singles are welcome, too). Another event is Kaleidoscope, a high school talent show, on Saturday, Feb. 27th, at 7:00 PM in the gym. More information will be given out throughout January and February, so read the announcements for more details.

COUNSELING OFFICE NEWS...

THE TAFT (TAWAS AREA FEDERATION OF TEACHERS) SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW POSTED. Interested applicants should visit the counseling office website and download the PDF form for more information. Deadline is April 16, 2010.

ATTENTION SENIORS! Check the Tawas Website for scholarship listings and their deadlines!

Announcements for Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010

CURRENT EVENTS...

JV/VARSITY GIRLS BASKETBALL AT PINCONNING TONIGHT at 6:00 PM. Bus leaves at 4;30 PM.

IMPORTANT NEWS FOR EVERYONE (8th -12th)...

DETENTION this week is being held in Room 24

KING OF THE ROAD DRIVING SCHOOL WILL BE HOLDING A SEGMENT ONE CLASS at Tawas Area High School starting on February 8th. Classes will run from 7:00 to 9:00 PM Monday thru Thursday. All information can be found online at www.kingoftheroaddrivingschool.com.

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 at Mr. Grusecki's office when you sign out. THIS IS THE BEST WAY TO GET YOU OUT AND WHERE YOU NEED TO BE GOING 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 SUBMITTED IN WRITING BEFORE SCHOOL Bus pass requests must be written (by a parent), turned in the Mr. Kiblinger's office BEFORE SCHOOL, and must have the address and name of the bus written on them. Passes requested before school can be picked up DURING LUNCH & AFTER SCHOOL ONLY.

WORK PERMITS If you are under 18 and have a job, you must have a WORK PERMIT! They can be found in the rack outside front office.

9TH - 12TH GRADE INFORMATION...

HAILEY KRAUSE, Please see Mrs. K. Decker about co-op for second semester.

THE DANCE SCHEDULED FOR THIS FRIDAY IS CANCELLED due to the length of the three basketball games being played. We will try to reschedule.

STUDENTS, GET READY FOR TWO UPCOMING EVENTS: Friday, Feb. 5th, is the Winter Ball in the commons following the home basketball games. Yes, once again, there will be Ugly Sweater Awards! This year it is called "Morp" (Prom spelled backwards), and the girls ask the guys to the dance (singles are welcome, too). Another event is Kaleidoscope, a high school talent show, on Saturday, Feb. 27th, at 7:00 PM in the gym. More information will be given out throughout January and February, so read the announcements for more details.

COUNSELING OFFICE NEWS...

THE TAFT (TAWAS AREA FEDERATION OF TEACHERS) SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW POSTED. Interested applicants should visit the counseling office website and download the PDF form for more information. Deadline is April 16, 2010.

ATTENTION SENIORS! Check the Tawas Website for scholarship listings and their deadlines!

Announcements for Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010

IMPORTANT NEWS FOR EVERYONE (8th -12th)...

DETENTION this week is being held in Room 24

KING OF THE ROAD DRIVING SCHOOL WILL BE HOLDING A SEGMENT ONE CLASS at Tawas Area High School starting on February 8th. Classes will run from 7:00 to 9:00 PM Monday thru Thursday. All information can be found online at www.kingoftheroaddrivingschool.com.

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 at Mr. Grusecki's office when you sign out. THIS IS THE BEST WAY TO GET YOU OUT AND WHERE YOU NEED TO BE GOING 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 SUBMITTED IN WRITING BEFORE SCHOOL Bus pass requests must be written (by a parent), turned in the Mr. Kiblinger's office BEFORE SCHOOL, and must have the address and name of the bus written on them. Passes requested before school can be picked up DURING LUNCH & AFTER SCHOOL ONLY.

WORK PERMITS If you are under 18 and have a job, you must have a WORK PERMIT! They can be found in the rack outside front office.

9TH - 12TH GRADE INFORMATION...

THERE WILL BE A DANCE FOR 9TH - 12TH GRADE STUDENTS, sponsored by the senior class, this Friday night after the varsity basketball game until 11:00 PM. Cost for admission is $3.00. You must have a ride to pick you up at 11:00 PM!

NHS MEETING: Wednesday, Jan. 6th, during A-Lunch (11:15 AM) in Room 7. Please attend! Very important that all members be in attendance!

ALL STUDENTS GOING ON THE FINE ARTS TRIP: You MUST get your $50.00 deposit to Mrs. Lentz by Friday, Jan. 8th. If we do not have your payment, you will be taken off the list of people to go. The list of students who need to pay is in the window of the South office. Check it for your name!

STUDENTS, GET READY FOR TWO UPCOMING EVENTS: Friday, Feb. 5th, is the Winter Ball in the commons following the home basketball games. Yes, once again, there will be Ugly Sweater Awards! This year it is called "Morp" (Prom spelled backwards), and the girls ask the guys to the dance (singles are welcome, too). Another event is Kaleidoscope, a high school talent show, on Saturday, Feb. 27th, at 7:00 PM in the gym. More information will be given out throughout January and February, so read the announcements for more details.

COUNSELING OFFICE NEWS...

THE TAFT (TAWAS AREA FEDERATION OF TEACHERS) SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW POSTED. Interested applicants should visit the counseling office website and download the PDF form for more information. Deadline is April 16, 2010.

ATTENTION SENIORS! Check the Tawas Website for scholarship listings and their deadlines!

Announcements for Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010

SPORTS NEWS...

THE FRESHMAN GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM DEFEATED JOHN GLENN 52-4 LAST NIGHT. The girls jumped out to a 38 point lead before the Bobcats could score and rolled on to their victory. Scoring went a follows for the young Braves Ivy Schaff & Amber Yates with 10 pts., Abbie Cadorette 9 pts., Serena Seiotti & Tessa Schmidt with 8 pts., Jenny Ross 3pts., and Shelby Alda & Page Binder each with 2pts.. Marie Bacarella lead the team with her defense and the full court pressure. Great effort by the girls. Their record now is 2-1.

THE FRESHMAN BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM DEFEATED JOHN GLENN 55-49 LAST NIGHT, improving their record to 3-0. The game was back and forth all night until the end when the Braves pulled ahead to stay. The difference for the young Braves was making 15 freethrows of 25 attempts. Scoring for the Braves went as follows Blake Katterman 21 pts., Corey Chamberlein 9 pts., Cameron Osborn 8 pts., Chase Coffin 6 pts., Jacob Salway 5 pts., Nick Miller 3 pts., & Ryan Loeffler with 2 pts. Great job! The boys will play this Friday night against Pinconning before the JV game. See you there!

THE JV BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM DFEATED HALE LAST NIGHT 53-18 in a great team effort. Ten different players scored on the night. They were led by Tyler Samuels with 10 pts. and Nick Kolnitys with 9 pts.

8TH GRADE INFORMATION...

CONGRATULATIONS TO REBECCA PALMER & LINDSEY BEEBE for placing first in poetry and short story respectvely in the GFWC Women's Literary Guild Writing Contest. Honorable Mention went to Nik Robinson (poetry) and Kirsten Kaiser (short story) also. Nicely done aspiring writers!

IMPORTANT NEWS FOR EVERYONE (8th -12th)...

KING OF THE ROAD DRIVING SCHOOL WILL BE HOLDING A SEGMENT ONE CLASS at Tawas Area High School starting on February 8th. Classes will run from 7:00 to 9:00 PM Monday thru Thursday. All information can be found online at www.kingoftheroaddrivingschool.com.

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 at Mr. Grusecki's office when you sign out. THIS IS THE BEST WAY TO GET YOU OUT AND WHERE YOU NEED TO BE GOING 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 SUBMITTED IN WRITING BEFORE SCHOOL Bus pass requests must be written (by a parent), turned in the Mr. Kiblinger's office BEFORE SCHOOL, and must have the address and name of the bus written on them. Passes requested before school can be picked up DURING LUNCH & AFTER SCHOOL ONLY.

WORK PERMITS If you are under 18 and have a job, you must have a WORK PERMIT! They can be found in the rack outside front office.

9TH - 12TH GRADE INFORMATION...

SENIOR BOARD MEMBERS: See Mrs. Decker TODAY. Very important!

REMINDER TO ALL OFFICE AIDES: Your work logs are due on Tuesdays. If you turn them in late, you receive a zero.

NHS MEETING: Wednesday, Jan. 6th, during A-Lunch (11:15 AM) in Room 7. Please attend! Very important that all members be in attendance!

ATTENTION ALL 9TH-12TH GRADERS INTERESTED IN THE FINE ARTS TRIP TO GRAND RAPIDS! The trip is a definite "go" so please get your $50.00 deposit to Mrs. Lentz by Wednesday, Jan. 6th. The total cost of the trip is $217.00 unless we get more people going, in which case it will be less! It is not too late for you to sign up to go so PLEASE get the form and money to me ASAP!

STUDENTS, GET READY FOR TWO UPCOMING EVENTS: Friday, Feb. 5th, is the Winter Ball in the commons following the home basketball games. Yes, once again, there will be Ugly Sweater Awards! This year it is called "Morp" (Prom spelled backwards), and the girls ask the guys to the dance (singles are welcome, too). Another event is Kaleidoscope, a high school talent show, on Saturday, Feb. 27th, at 7:00 PM in the gym. More information will be given out throughout January and February, so read the announcements for more details.

COUNSELING OFFICE NEWS...

THE TAFT (TAWAS AREA FEDERATION OF TEACHERS) SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW POSTED. Interested applicants should visit the counseling office website and download the PDF form for more information. Deadline is April 16, 2010.

ATTENTION SENIORS! Check the Tawas Website for scholarship listings and their deadlines!

Announcements for Monday, Jan. 4, 2010

CURRENT EVENTS...

GIRLS & BOYS FRESHMAN BASKETBALL AT JOHN GLENN TONIGHT at 6:00 & 7:30 PM. Bus leaves at 4:00 PM.

JV BOYS BASKETBALL AT HOME TONIGHT vs. Hale at 6:00 PM.

SPORTS NEWS...

THE GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM WON THE ALPENA HOLIDAY TOURNAMENT over Christmas break with wins over Gladstone (50-38) and Escanaba (37-29). Leading scorers in the first game were Dana Kolnitys with 16 and Audrey Thoryk and Rachel Adaline each with 11. In the second game, Rachel Adaline scored 14, Audrey Thoryk 8, and Courtney Clothier 6. Record is now 5-2.

THE VARSITY BOWLING REGULAR SEASON IS FINALLY UNDERWAY. This past Saturday they traveled to Skidway Lake and bowled against the Owls of Oscoda. The boys were victorious beating oscoda 18-12, while the girls weren't so fortunite lossing 13-17. Top boys were Matt Krumm 204, Witt Call Jr. 193, and Ian MacMurrray 186. Top girls, Paige Lentz 165, Danielle Ranger 121, and Kyra Goodman 117. Way to go Braves! Mark your calendars...Jan. 16th will be a home match and this next Saturday they will be going to Oscoda.

IMPORTANT NEWS FOR EVERYONE (8th -12th)...

THE FOLLOWING STUDENTS NEED TO SEE MRS. KOSTO TODAY: Katie Huber, Anthony Utter, Ben McDiffitt, Chris Wright, Amber Barry, Andrew Groff, Dylan Miller, Erik Adamiak, Kyle Klemish, Nick Mitchell, Gary Coleman, Alyssa Groff, Dan O'Rouke, Todd Coleman, Jonathan Lofaro, Cody Murphy and Julian Matuskey.

YUMA GRADUATED FROM LEADER DOG SCHOOL on December 10, 2009. He will be living with Claire Lofgren in Minnesota. There is a photograph of Mr. Lofgren and Yuma in the office window.

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 at Mr. Grusecki's office when you sign out. THIS IS THE BEST WAY TO GET YOU OUT AND WHERE YOU NEED TO BE GOING 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 SUBMITTED IN WRITING BEFORE SCHOOL Bus pass requests must be written (by a parent), turned in the Mr. Kiblinger's office BEFORE SCHOOL, and must have the address and name of the bus written on them. Passes requested before school can be picked up DURING LUNCH & AFTER SCHOOL ONLY.

WORK PERMITS If you are under 18 and have a job, you must have a WORK PERMIT! They can be found in the rack outside front office.

9TH - 12TH GRADE INFORMATION...

KATIE ROMEO & COURTNEY CLOTHIER, Please see Mrs. K. Decker.

REMINDER TO ALL CO-OP STUDENTS: You have a meeting tomorrow (Tuesday) morning at 7:20 AM in Room 16.

REMINDER TO ALL OFFICE AIDES: Your work logs are due on Tuesdays. If you turn them in late, you receive a zero.

ATTENTION ALL 9TH-12TH GRADERS INTERESTED IN THE FINE ARTS TRIP TO GRAND RAPIDS! The trip is a definite "go" so please get your $50.00 deposit to Mrs. Lentz by Wednesday, Jan. 6th. The total cost of the trip is $217.00 unless we get more people going, in which case it will be less! It is not too late for you to sign up to go so PLEASE get the form and money to me ASAP!

COUNSELING OFFICE NEWS...

THE TAFT (TAWAS AREA FEDERATION OF TEACHERS) SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW POSTED. Interested applicants should visit the counseling office website and download the PDF form for more information. Deadline is April 16, 2010.

ATTENTION SENIORS: New scholarship listings are posted on the tawas.net website.

SCHOLARSHIPS: For a complete listing of available scholarships, visit the counseling office website at http://counslingoffice.tawas.net/