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FHS Morning Announcements
March 10, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump
Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors.
This is a scholarship for one free summer class.
Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for
admission to NWSCC. Call
331-5364 for further assistance.
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15.
The Red Cross Club and Spanish Club are selling Hope for Haiti
bracelets for $1 each. To
purchase a bracelet, see Mrs. Boddie, Mrs. Perry, or Qi Li Huang.
There will be an ACT Preparation Workshop, March 22 – April 5,
from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Florence High School.
To register, call 394-1712 or email Brannon Lentz at
lentzeducational@aol.com .
Any 11th or 12th grader who would like
to enter the District Exchange Club Oratorical Essay Contest needs to
pick up an application in guidance and return the application and essay
to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Accepting
the Challenge of Excellence Award needs to pick up an application in
guidance and return it to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a
scholarship committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Exchange
Club Youth of the Year Award needs to pick up an application in guidance
and return to Ms. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a scholarship
committee.
Jacksonville State University will host Spring Preview Day for
high school students and their families on Saturday, March 27.
Activities begin at 9:30 a.m.
For more information, call 1-800-231-5291, option 1 or
256-782-5268.
Student Council will meet
TODAY, March 10, at 3:15 p.m. in the library for the normal
meeting. Also, please
meet Thursday, March 11, at 7:30 a.m. in the library for the club
picture.
Multicultural Club has extended its deadline for the Hope for
Haiti fundraiser. Donate
money to your first period teachers.
Every cent counts!!
Class with the highest donations will win a bag of candy and brownies.
Cheerleader tryouts for the Varsity Squad will be held during the
week of April 5 – April 9.
All students interested in trying out need to pick up an information
packet in the main office or in Ms. Beumer’s classroom.
There will be a MANDATORY
meeting on Tuesday, March 15, at 3:10 p.m. in Ms.
Beumer’s room to discuss the tryout process, eligibility, and answer any
questions.
YOU MUST ATTEND THIS MEETING.
If you have a conflict, please see Ms. Beumer AS SOON AS
POSSIBLE. Thanks. The National Honor Society is sponsoring a project to help with
Haiti relief. Please bring
your old t-shirts to the commons area during one of the three lunch
periods today through TODAY, March 10.
There is a box set up in the commons for the t-shirts.
The Florence Falcon Orchestra Department invites you to go eat
all the pancakes you desire this Saturday, March 13, at Applebee’s
Restaurant from 8:00 until 10:00 a.m.
Tickets – only $5!
The Physics
Six Flags trip will be April 23.
The cost is $76. This
includes tickets, bus, and lunch.
We will leave at 5:00 a.m. and return at 10:00 p.m.
Sign up with Mrs. Thompson immediately to reserve your seat.
There are 50 seats. There will be a mandatory meeting of all girls wanting to try out
for majorette, dance line, and
color guard for the FHS “Big Blue” Falcon Band on Tuesday, March 16, at
3:30 p.m. in the commons.
Future
Teachers of Alabama will meet this Friday, March 12, immediately after
school in Ms. Rutherford’s room 47.
The group picture for the yearbook will be taken.
Wear your FTA shirt.
Red Cross meeting – TODAY, March 10 – Mrs. Boddie’s room 48 –
immediately after school
Youth
Leadership Shoals applications are available with Mrs. Chappell in
guidance. This program is
for next year’s high school juniors and is provided through the Shoals
Chamber of Commerce. The
deadline for applications to be received by the Chamber is April 9 at
5:00 p.m.
SOPHOMORES & JUNIORS (who did not
order rings last year):
Your Jostens’ representatives, Billy and Taylor Walker, will be
here Thursday, March 18, to take your class ring orders.
Orders will be taken from 10:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. in the FHS
commons. Please remember to
bring your $90, $65, or $50 deposit.
SENIORS:
You
may pick up your caps & gowns, graduation announcements, and other items
next Thursday, March 18, from the Jostens’ representatives.
They will be in the commons from 10:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
PLEASE PICK UP THESE ITEMS AS IT WILL BE HIS LAST DATE TO DELIVER
THEM.
The final
ASMA of the year will be held Thursday, March 11, at 7:10 a.m. in the
math department.
New Announcements
Spring
pictures will be made Wednesday, March 17, during history classes.
Order envelopes will be given out on Friday, March 12.
Students not enrolled in an FHS history class may have their
photo made during lunch.
Extra order forms will be available in the school office.
Specification: Logos may be no larger than 2” by 3” except school logos.
March 9, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump
Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors.
This is a scholarship for one free summer class.
Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for
admission to NWSCC. Call
331-5364 for further assistance.
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15.
The Red Cross Club and Spanish Club are selling Hope for Haiti
bracelets for $1 each. To
purchase a bracelet, see Mrs. Boddie, Mrs. Perry, or Qi Li Huang.
There will be an ACT Preparation Workshop, March 22 – April 5,
from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Florence High School.
To register, call 394-1712 or email Brannon Lentz at
lentzeducational@aol.com .
Any 11th or 12th grader who would like
to enter the District Exchange Club Oratorical Essay Contest needs to
pick up an application in guidance and return the application and essay
to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Accepting
the Challenge of Excellence Award needs to pick up an application in
guidance and return it to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a
scholarship committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Exchange
Club Youth of the Year Award needs to pick up an application in guidance
and return to Ms. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a scholarship
committee.
Jacksonville State University will host Spring Preview Day for
high school students and their families on Saturday, March 27.
Activities begin at 9:30 a.m.
For more information, call 1-800-231-5291, option 1 or
256-782-5268.
Career Tech 10th grade
students: Due to AHSGE,
we have only a little time to complete the NWSCC Youth Summit
information. THERE ARE NEW
GUIDELINES FOR ATTENDANCE:
1) Only C/T 10th graders who have not been in ISS for the
2009-2010 school year may attend the summit.
2) ALL NWSCC required Reality Check Fun paperwork must be turned
in with permission slip or you will not be placed on the bus list – no
exceptions. 3) Permission
slips and reality checkbooks
due all at once.
Final day to turn these in is TODAY, March 9.
Stop by Ms. Dudley’s office to pick up packets.
There will be an FBLA meeting Wednesday, March 10, at 7:30 a.m. in
Mrs. Davis’ room 52.
Plans for the Special Olympics will be discussed and t-shirt
orders/money will be taken at this meeting.
T-shirt prices are $6.00, xx size $7.50, and xxx size $8.00.
The Special Olympics will be April 23.
Student Council will meet Wednesday, March 10, at 3:15 p.m. in the
library for the normal meeting.
Also, please meet Thursday, March 11, at 7:30 a.m. in the library
for the club picture.
Multicultural Club has extended its deadline for the Hope for
Haiti fundraiser. Donate
money to your first period teachers.
Every cent counts!!
Class with the highest donations will win a bag of candy and brownies.
Cheerleader tryouts for the Varsity Squad will be held during the
week of April 5 – April 9.
All students interested in trying out need to pick up an information
packet in the main office or in Ms. Beumer’s classroom.
There will be a MANDATORY meeting on Tuesday, March 15, at 3:10 p.m. in Ms.
Beumer’s room to discuss the tryout process, eligibility, and answer
any questions. YOU MUST
ATTEND THIS MEETING. If you
have a conflict, please see Ms. Beumer AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
Thanks.
The National
Honor Society is sponsoring a project to help with Haiti relief.
Please bring your old t-shirts to the commons area during one of
the three lunch periods today through Wednesday, March 10.
There will be a box set up in the commons for the t-shirts.
Congratulations to the new Staff Member of the Month, Mrs.
Barnett. She was nominated
by Alex Kassels.
Due to lack of confirmed interest, the Orchestra’s Dessert
Cabaret has been postponed indefinitely.
The Florence
Falcon Orchestra Department invites you to go eat all the pancakes you
desire this Saturday, March 13, at Applebee’s Restaurant from 8:00 until
10:00 a.m. Tickets – only
$5!
The Physics
Six Flags trip will be April 23.
The cost is $76. This
includes tickets, bus, and lunch.
We will leave at 5:00 a.m. and return at 10:00 p.m.
Sign up with Mrs. Thompson immediately to reserve your seat.
There are 50 seats.
Congratulations to the girls’ soccer team for winning the Indian Classic
Soccer Tournament over the weekend.
Hope Garner led the defense earning her the MVP of the
tournament. Michaelann
Rodriguez scored 5 goals earning her the Golden Boot of the tournament.
All the girls put in a solid performance with Hope Garner, Mady
St. John, Jessica Wear, Katherine Rylant, and Rachael Nowack all scoring
a goal each. Great job
girls!
New Announcements
There will be
a mandatory meeting of all girls wanting to try out for majorette, dance
line, and color guard for the FHS “Big Blue” Falcon Band on Tuesday,
March 16, at 3:30 p.m. in the commons.
Future
Teachers of Alabama will meet this Friday, March 12, immediately after
school in Ms. Rutherford’s room 47.
The group picture for the yearbook will be taken.
Wear your FTA shirt.
Red Cross
meeting – Wednesday, March 10 – Mrs. Boddie’s room 48 – immediately
after school
Youth
Leadership Shoals applications are available with Mrs. Chappell in
guidance. This program is
for next year’s high school juniors and is provided through the Shoals
Chamber of Commerce. The
deadline for applications to be received by the Chamber is April 9 at
5:00 p.m.
SOPHOMORES & JUNIORS (who didn’t
order last year):
Your Jostens’ representatives, Billy and Taylor Walker, will be
here Thursday, March 18, to take your class ring orders.
Orders will be taken from 10:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. in the FHS
commons. Please remember to
bring your $90, $65, or $50 deposit.
SENIORS:
You
may pick up your caps & gowns, graduation announcements, and other items
next Thursday, March 18, from the Jostens’ representatives.
They will be in the commons from 10:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
PLEASE PICK UP THESE ITEMS AS IT WILL BE HIS LAST DATE TO DELIVER
THEM.
The final
ASMA of the year will be held Thursday, March 11, at 7:10 a.m. in the
math department.
Specification: Shorts, skorts, skirts, dresses, and jumpers must not be
shorter than 2” above knee.
Items NOT Allowed: Wind pants, warm-ups, athletic shorts,
overalls, cargo-type pants, sweat pants or trench coats.
March 8, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15.
SENIORS:
Billy Walker, from
Josten’s, will be in the commons TODAY, March 8, during 4th,
5th, and 6th periods.
He will distribute your caps, gowns, etc.
The Red Cross Club and Spanish Club are selling Hope for
There will be an ACT Preparation Workshop, March 22 – April 5,
from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. at
Any 11th or 12th grader who would like
to enter the District Exchange Club Oratorical Essay Contest needs to
pick up an application in guidance and return the application and essay
to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Accepting
the Challenge of Excellence Award needs to pick up an application in
guidance and return it to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a
scholarship committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Exchange
Club Youth of the Year Award needs to pick up an application in guidance
and return to Ms. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a scholarship
committee.
Career Tech 10th grade
students: Please hurry.
Due to AHSGE, we have only a little time to complete the NWSCC
Youth
There will be an FBLA meeting Wednesday, March 10, at 7:30 a.m.
in Mrs. Davis’ room 52.
Plans for the Special Olympics will be discussed and t-shirt
orders/money will be taken at this meeting.
T-shirt prices are $6.00, xx size $7.50, and xxx size $8.00.
The Special Olympics will be April 23.
Student Council will meet next Wednesday, March 10, at 3:15 p.m. in the
library for the normal meeting.
Also, please meet Thursday, March 11, at 7:30 a.m. in the library
for the club picture.
Multicultural Club has extended its deadline for the Hope for
Cheerleader tryouts for the Varsity Squad will be held during the
week of April 5 – April 9.
All students interested in trying out need to pick up an information
packet in the main office or in Ms. Beumer’s classroom.
There will be a MANDATORY
meeting on Tuesday, March 15, at 3:10 p.m. in Ms.
Beumer’s room to discuss the tryout process, eligibility, and answer
any questions. YOU MUST
ATTEND THIS MEETING. If you
have a conflict, please see Ms. Beumer AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
Thanks.
The National
Honor Society is sponsoring a project to help with
New Announcements
Congratulations to the new Staff Member of the Month, Mrs.
Barnett. She was nominated
by Alex Kassels.
Due to lack of confirmed interest, the Orchestra’s Dessert
Cabaret has been postponed indefinitely.
The Florence
Falcon Orchestra Department invites you to go eat all the pancakes you
desire this Saturday, March 13, at Applebee’s Restaurant from 8:00 until
10:00 a.m. Tickets – only
$5!
The Physics
Six Flags trip will be April 24.
The cost is $76. This
includes tickets, bus, and lunch.
We will leave at 5:00 a.m. and return at 10:00 p.m.
Sign up with Mrs. Thompson immediately to reserve your seat.
There are 50 seats.
Congratulations to the girls’ soccer team for winning the Indian Classic
Soccer Tournament over the weekend.
Hope Garner led the defense earning her the MVP of the
tournament. Michaelann
Rodriguez scored 5 goals earning her the Golden Boot of the tournament.
All the girls put in a solid performance with Hope Garner, Mady
St. John, Jessica Wear, Katherine Rylant, and Rachael Nowack all scoring
a goal each. Great job
girls!
Specification: Belts must be appropriate length with unobtrusive buckle
and be buckled.
Items NOT Allowed: Jewelry that poses a safety risk and/or a
distraction to the educational
process.
March 5, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump
Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors.
This is a scholarship for one free summer class.
Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for
admission to NWSCC. Call
331-5364 for further assistance.
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15.
Savannah College of Art & Design will be at Westin Huntsville
at 6800 Governors West Road, NW, at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 6.
Students who are interested in attending SCAD are urged to visit
with representatives from that school.
SENIORS:
Billy Walker, from
Josten’s, will be in the commons Monday, March 8, during 4th,
5th, and 6th periods.
He will distribute your caps, gowns, etc.
The Red Cross Club and Spanish Club are selling Hope for Haiti
bracelets for $1 each. To
purchase a bracelet, see Mrs. Boddie, Mrs. Perry, or Qi Li Huang.
There will be an ACT Preparation Workshop, March 22 – April 5,
from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Florence High School.
To register, call 394-1712 or email Brannon Lentz at
lentzeducational@aol.com .
Any 11th or 12th grader who would like
to enter the District Exchange Club Oratorical Essay Contest needs to
pick up an application in guidance and return the application and essay
to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Accepting
the Challenge of Excellence Award needs to pick up an application in
guidance and return it to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a
scholarship committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Exchange
Club Youth of the Year Award needs to pick up an application in guidance
and return to Ms. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a scholarship
committee.
Jacksonville State University will host Spring Preview Day for
high school students and their families on Saturday, March 27.
Activities begin at 9:30 a.m.
For more information, call 1-800-231-5291, option 1 or
256-782-5268. During
AHSGE week, no FHS students will go to the FFC for the first three
periods of each day. Also,
no FFC students will come to FHS for 1st, 2nd, or
3rd periods. FHS
students who normally go to FFC will report to the auditorium.
Also, no purses or bags of any type will be allowed in to the
testing area. All items must
be stored in lockers.
DAILY
REVIEW SESSIONS FOR GRAD EXAM – MARCH 1 – 5
There will be
daily review sessions for the graduation exam each day this week that
began at 7:00 A.M. The review schedule is as follows:
Each day the first 25 students to arrive for the 7:00 A.M. review
in the dome will receive free breakfast and all attendees will have
their name placed in a drawing for movie bucks.
Each day all students
who participate in the testing will have their names placed in a drawing
for a $25.00 gift certificate.
Every student having a 100% participation rate in testing (this
means the student attends each day he/she is scheduled to test) will
have their name placed in a drawing for a $100.00 gift certificate to be
given at the end of testing.
Exciting news from
the FHS yearbook staff: the
2009 edition of the yearbook earned first place in the state for
yearbook design and was awarded an overall Superior rating Friday at the
Alabama Scholastic Press Association’s State Convention in Tuscaloosa.
In individual competition, Leigh Rusevlyan won 3rd
place in the state for News Writing.
Career Tech 10th grade students:
Please hurry. Due to
AHSGE, we have only a little time to complete the NWSCC Youth Summit
information that was just received.
THERE ARE NEW GUIDELINES
FOR ATTENDANCE:
1) Only C/T 10th graders who have not been in ISS for
the 2009-2010 school year may attend the summit.
2) ALL NWSCC required Reality Check Fun paperwork must be turned
in with permission slip or you will not be placed on the bus list –
no exceptions.
3) Permission slips and reality checkbooks due all at once.
Final day to turn these in is Tuesday, March 9.
You may stop by Ms. Dudley’s office to pick up packets.
Key Club members: Students who owe money for Pancake Day tickets must go
by Mrs. Hairell’s room 53 to turn in money.
There will be an FBLA meeting Wednesday, March 10, at 7:30 a.m.
in Mrs. Davis’ room 52.
Plans for the Special Olympics will be discussed and t-shirt
orders/money will be taken at this meeting.
T-shirt prices are $6.00, xx size $7.50, and xxx size $8.00.
The Special Olympics will be April 23.
Mrs. Durrett has pancake tickets to sell for $5.
They are $6 at the door.
Please go AFTER SCHOOL on
Friday or go on Saturday morning!
Student Council will meet next Wednesday, March 10, at 3:15 p.m.
in the library for the normal meeting.
Also, please meet Thursday, March 11, at 7:30 a.m. in the library
for the club picture.
Due to a lack of participants and interest, the FHS dodge ball
tournament scheduled for March 10 has been cancelled.
This event may be rescheduled at a later time if enough interest
is shown.
Multicultural Club has extended its deadline for the Hope for
Haiti fundraiser. Donate
money to your first period teachers.
Every cent counts!!
Class with the highest donations will win a bag of candy and brownies.
New Announcements
Cheerleader tryouts for the Varsity Squad will be held during the
week of April 5 – April 9.
All students interested in trying out need to pick up an information
packet in the main office or in Ms. Beumer’s classroom.
There will be a MANDATORY
meeting on Tuesday, March 15, at 3:10 p.m. in Ms. Beumer’s room to
discuss the tryout process, eligibility, and answer any questions.
YOU MUST ATTEND THIS MEETING.
If you have a conflict, please see Ms. Beumer AS SOON AS
POSSIBLE. Thanks.
The National Honor Society is sponsoring a project to help with
Haiti relief. Please bring
your old t-shirts to the commons area during one of the three lunch
periods beginning today, March 5, through
Wednesday, March 10.
There will be a box set up in the commons for the t-shirts.
Multicultural Club members need to meet in Mrs. Freemon’s room
immediately after school today to carpool to Pancake Day.
Specification: Pants must fit at the natural waist (above the hips) and
not touch the floor.
March 4, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15. SENIORS:
Billy Walker, from
Josten’s, will be in the commons Monday, March 8, during 4th,
5th, and 6th periods.
He will distribute your caps, gowns, etc.
The Red Cross Club and Spanish Club are selling Hope for
There will be an ACT Preparation Workshop, March 22 – April 5,
from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. at
Any 11th or 12th grader who would like
to enter the District Exchange Club Oratorical Essay Contest needs to
pick up an application in guidance and return the application and essay
to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Accepting
the Challenge of Excellence Award needs to pick up an application in
guidance and return it to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a
scholarship committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Exchange
Club Youth of the Year Award needs to pick up an application in guidance
and return to Ms. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a scholarship
committee. During
AHSGE week, no FHS students will go to the FFC for the first three
periods of each day. Also,
no FFC students will come to FHS for 1st, 2nd, or
3rd periods. FHS
students who normally go to FFC will report to the auditorium.
Also, no purses or bags of any type will be allowed in to the
testing area. All items must
be stored in lockers.
DAILY
REVIEW SESSIONS FOR GRAD EXAM – MARCH 1 – 5
There will be
daily review sessions for the graduation exam each day this week that
began at 7:00 A.M. The review schedule is as follows:
Each day the first 25 students to arrive for the 7:00 A.M. review
in the dome will receive free breakfast and all attendees will have
their name placed in a drawing for movie bucks.
Each day all students
who participate in the testing will have their names placed in a drawing
for a $25.00 gift certificate.
Every student having a 100% participation rate in testing (this
means the student attends each day he/she is scheduled to test) will
have their name placed in a drawing for a $100.00 gift certificate to be
given at the end of testing.
Exciting news from
the FHS yearbook staff: the
2009 edition of the yearbook earned first place in the state for
yearbook design and was awarded an overall
Career Tech 10th grade students:
Please hurry. Due to
AHSGE, we have only a little time to complete the NWSCC Youth Summit
information that was just received.
THERE ARE NEW GUIDELINES
FOR ATTENDANCE:
1) Only C/T 10th graders who have not been in ISS for
the 2009-2010 school year may attend the summit.
2) ALL NWSCC required Reality Check Fun paperwork must be turned
in with permission slip or you will not be placed on the bus list –
no exceptions.
3) Permission slips and reality checkbooks due all at once.
Final day to turn these in is Tuesday, March 9.
You may stop by Ms. Dudley’s office to pick up packets.
Key Club members: Students who owe money for Pancake Day tickets must go
by Mrs. Hairell’s room 53 to turn in money.
There will be an FBLA meeting Wednesday, March 10, at 7:30 a.m.
in Mrs. Davis’ room 52.
Plans for the Special Olympics will be discussed and t-shirt
orders/money will be taken at this meeting.
T-shirt prices are $6.00, xx size $7.50, and xxx size $8.00.
The Special Olympics will be April 23.
New Announcements
Mrs. Durrett has pancake tickets to sell for $5.
They are $6 at the door.
Please go AFTER SCHOOL on
Friday or go on Saturday morning!
Student Council will meet next Wednesday, March 10, at 3:15 p.m.
in the library for the normal meeting.
Also, please meet Thursday, March 11, at 7:30 a.m. in the library
for the club picture.
Due to a lack of participants and interest, the FHS dodgeball
tournament scheduled for March 10 has been cancelled.
This event may be rescheduled at a later time if enough interest
is shown.
Multicultural Club has extended its deadline for the Hope for
Specification: Pants must fit at the natural waist (above the hips) and
not touch the floor.
Items NOT Allowed: House shoes or shoes with heels higher than
2”.
March 2, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump
Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors.
This is a scholarship for one free summer class.
Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for
admission to NWSCC. Call
331-5364 for further assistance.
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15.
Savannah College of Art & Design will be at Westin Huntsville
at 6800 Governors West Road, NW, at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 6.
Students who are interested in attending SCAD are urged to visit
with representatives from that school.
SENIORS:
Billy Walker, from
Josten’s, will be in the commons Monday, March 8, during 4th,
5th, and 6th periods.
He will distribute your caps, gowns, etc.
The Red Cross Club and Spanish Club are selling Hope for Haiti
bracelets for $1 each. To
purchase a bracelet, see Mrs. Boddie, Mrs. Perry, or Qi Li Huang.
There will be an ACT Preparation Workshop, March 22 – April 5,
from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Florence High School.
To register, call 394-1712 or email Brannon Lentz at
lentzeducational@aol.com . The
varsity cheerleaders will be hosting the 2nd annual Dodgeball
Tournament in the Dome on Wednesday, March 10, immediately after school.
If you are interested in playing, please pick up a form in the
main office. Entry forms
and money are due TODAY, March 2.
The $10 entry fee includes a t-shirt this year!
Sign up today! $2 for
spectators – concession stand too!
Any 11th or 12th grader who would like
to enter the District Exchange Club Oratorical Essay Contest needs to
pick up an application in guidance and return the application and essay
to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Accepting
the Challenge of Excellence Award needs to pick up an application in
guidance and return it to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a
scholarship committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Exchange
Club Youth of the Year Award needs to pick up an application in guidance
and return to Ms. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a scholarship
committee.
Jacksonville State University will host Spring Preview Day for
high school students and their families on Saturday, March 27.
Activities begin at 9:30 a.m.
For more information, call 1-800-231-5291, option 1 or
256-782-5268. During
AHSGE week, no FHS students will go to the FFC for the first three
periods of each day. Also,
no FFC students will come to FHS for 1st, 2nd, or
3rd periods. FHS
students who normally go to FFC will report to the auditorium.
Also, no purses or bags of any type will be allowed in to the
testing area. All items must
be stored in lockers.
DAILY
REVIEW SESSIONS FOR GRAD EXAM – MARCH 1 – 5
There will be
daily review sessions for the graduation exam each day this week that
began at 7:00 A.M. The review schedule is as follows:
Each day the first 25 students to arrive for the 7:00 A.M. review
in the dome will receive free breakfast and all attendees will have
their name placed in a drawing for movie bucks.
Each day all students
who participate in the testing will have their names placed in a drawing
for a $25.00 gift certificate.
Every student
having a 100% participation rate in testing (this means the student
attends each day he/she is scheduled to test) will have their name
placed in a drawing for a $100.00 gift certificate to be given at the
end of testing.
Exciting news from
the FHS yearbook staff: the
2009 edition of the yearbook earned first place in the state for
yearbook design and was awarded an overall Superior rating Friday at the
Alabama Scholastic Press Association’s State Convention in Tuscaloosa.
In individual competition, Leigh Rusevlyan won 3rd
place in the state for News Writing.
The Multicultural Club will not meet Wednesday, March 3,
due to the graduation exam.
Multicultural Club members and Creative Writing students will meet at
Pancake Day immediately after school on Friday.
Ask Mrs. Freemon for details.
Career Tech 10th grade students:
Please hurry. Due to
AHSGE, we have only a little time to complete the NWSCC Youth Summit
information that was just received.
THERE ARE NEW GUIDELINES
FOR ATTENDANCE:
1) Only C/T 10th graders who have not been in ISS for
the 2009-2010 school year may attend the summit.
2) ALL NWSCC required Reality Check Fun paperwork must be turned
in with permission slip or you will not be placed on the bus list –
no exceptions.
3) Permission slips and reality checkbooks due all at once.
Final day to turn these in is Tuesday, March 9.
You may stop by Ms. Dudley’s office to pick up packets beginning
tomorrow, March 2.
New Announcement
There will not be a Key Club meeting Thursday, March 4.
Students who owe money for Pancake Day tickets must go by Mrs.
Hairell’s room 53 to turn in money.
Specification: Tops (excluding outerwear) must be tucked in completely.
Items NOT Allowed: Clothing with holes, slits, patches, or cuts.
March 1, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
The
mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in.
Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results.
Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump
Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors.
This is a scholarship for one free summer class.
Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for
admission to NWSCC. Call
331-5364 for further assistance.
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15.
The Northwest Shoals Community College Scholarships
applications are now available in guidance.
Applications should be completed and returned to guidance before
March 5. NWSCC American
Legion Scholarships are due today, March 1.
Savannah College of Art & Design will be at Westin Huntsville
at 6800 Governors West Road, NW, at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 6.
Students who are interested in attending SCAD are urged to visit
with representatives from that school.
SENIORS:
Billy Walker, from
Josten’s, will be in the commons Monday, March 8, during 4th,
5th, and 6th periods.
He will distribute your caps, gowns, etc.
The Red Cross Club and Spanish Club are selling Hope for Haiti
bracelets for $1 each. To
purchase a bracelet, see Mrs. Boddie, Mrs. Perry, or Qi Li Huang.
There will be an ACT Preparation Workshop, March 22 – April 5,
from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Florence High School.
To register, call 394-1712 or email Brannon Lentz at
lentzeducational@aol.com .
The varsity cheerleaders will be hosting the 2nd
annual Dodgeball Tournament in the Dome on Wednesday, March 10,
immediately after school. If
you are interested in playing, please pick up a form in the main office.
Entry forms and money are due on Tuesday, March 2.
The $10 entry fee includes a t-shirt this year!
Sign up today! $2 for
spectators – concession stand too!
Any 11th or 12th grader who would like
to enter the District Exchange Club Oratorical Essay Contest needs to
pick up an application in guidance and return the application and essay
to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Accepting
the Challenge of Excellence Award needs to pick up an application in
guidance and return it to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a
scholarship committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Exchange
Club Youth of the Year Award needs to pick up an application in guidance
and return to Ms. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a scholarship
committee.
Jacksonville State University will host Spring Preview Day for
high school students and their families on Saturday, March 27.
Activities begin at 9:30 a.m.
For more information, call 1-800-231-5291, option 1 or
256-782-5268. During
AHSGE week, no FHS students will go to the FFC for the first three
periods of each day. Also,
no FFC students will come to FHS for 1st, 2nd, or
3rd periods. FHS
students who normally go to FFC will report to the auditorium.
Also, no purses or bags of any type will be allowed in to the
testing area. All items must
be stored in lockers.
DAILY
REVIEW SESSIONS FOR GRAD EXAM – MARCH 1 – 5
There will be
daily review sessions for the graduation exam that began today, March 1,
at 7:00 A.M. The review schedule is as follows:
Each day the
first 25 students to arrive for the 7:00 A.M. review in the dome will
receive free breakfast and all attendees will have their name placed in
a drawing for movie bucks.
Each day all students
who participate in the testing will have their names placed in a drawing
for a $25.00 gift certificate.
Every student
having a 100% participation rate in testing (this means the student
attends each day he/she is scheduled to test) will have their name
placed in a drawing for a $100.00 gift certificate to be given at the
end of testing.
Congratulations to
Rebecca Marchman, Student of the Week.
She was nominated by Mr. Bradley.
New Announcements
Exciting news from the FHS yearbook staff:
the 2009 edition of the yearbook earned first place in the state
for yearbook design and was awarded an overall Superior rating Friday at
the Alabama Scholastic Press Association’s State Convention in
Tuscaloosa. In individual
competition, Leigh Rusevlyan won 3rd place in the state for
News Writing.
The Multicultural Club will not meet Wednesday, March 3,
due to the graduation exam.
Multicultural Club members and Creative Writing students will meet at
Pancake Day immediately after school on Friday.
Ask Mrs. Freemon for details.
Band Booster meeting – TONIGHT, MARCH 1, AT 7:00 P.M. – high school band
room.
Career Tech 10th grade students:
Please hurry. Due to
AHSGE, we have only a little time to complete the NWSCC Youth Summit
information that was just received.
THERE ARE NEW GUIDELINES
FOR ATTENDANCE:
1) Only C/T 10th graders who have not been in ISS for
the 2009-2010 school year may attend the summit.
2) ALL NWSCC required Reality Check Fun paperwork must be turned
in with permission slip or you will not be placed on the bus list –
no exceptions.
3) Permission slips and reality checkbooks due all at once.
Final day to turn these in is Tuesday, March 9.
You may stop by Ms. Dudley’s office to pick up packets beginning
tomorrow, March 2.
Specification: Tops (excluding outerwear) must be tucked in completely.
Items NOT Allowed: Strapless, low-cut, see-through or sleeveless dresses, skirts, or tops.
February 26, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
The
mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in.
Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results.
Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump
Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors.
This is a scholarship for one free summer class.
Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for
admission to NWSCC. Call
331-5364 for further assistance.
Yearbook
orders will be accepted through TODAY, February 26.
Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the
cover is an additional $5.
Order forms are available in the office.
Order online at
www.yearbookforever.com . Credit & debit card purchases are accepted
on this website.
The very
last day for students to apply for NWSCC Career/Tech Scholarships is
TODAY, February 26.
NO EXCEPTIONS. See
Ms. Dudley.
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15.
The Northwest Shoals Community College Scholarships
applications are now available in guidance.
Applications should be completed and returned to guidance before
March 5. NWSCC American
Legion Scholarships are due March 1.
Savannah College of Art & Design will be at Westin Huntsville
at 6800 Governors West Road, NW, at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 6.
Students who are interested in attending SCAD are urged to visit
with representatives from that school.
The Florence Falcon Orchestra is now accepting audition
applications for performance at the Dessert Cabaret on March 12.
If your acoustic act would like to have a chance to be showcased,
please stop by the office and pick up an application.
Applications are due to Mr. Jamieson TODAY, Feb. 26. Attention
Seniors:
We need your photos!
Yearbook staff members need photos of seniors on college visits
and/or participating in activities last summer for publication in the
yearbook. Submit your
digital photos on a CD to room 53 or send by email to
chairell@fcs.k12.al.us . SENIORS:
Billy Walker, from Josten’s, will be in the commons Monday,
March 8, during 4th, 5th, and 6th
periods. He will distribute
your caps, gowns, etc. Key Club
members: Pancake Day ticket
money is due to Mrs. Hairell in room 53 no later than 3:05 p.m., TODAY,
February 26.
The Red Cross Club and Spanish Club are selling Hope for Haiti
bracelets for $1 each. To
purchase a bracelet, see Mrs. Boddie, Mrs. Perry, or Qi Li Huang.
There will be an ACT Preparation Workshop, March 22 – April 5,
from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Florence High School.
To register, call 394-1712 or email Brannon Lentz at
lentzeducational@aol.com .
The varsity cheerleaders will be hosting the 2nd
annual Dodgeball Tournament in the Dome on Wednesday, March 10,
immediately after school. If
you are interested in playing, please pick up a form in the main office.
Entry forms and money are due on Tuesday, March 2.
The $10 entry fee includes a t-shirt this year!
Sign up today! $2 for
spectators – concession stand too!
Any 11th or 12th grader who would like
to enter the District Exchange Club Oratorical Essay Contest needs to
pick up an application in guidance and return the application and essay
to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Accepting
the Challenge of Excellence Award needs to pick up an application in
guidance and return it to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a
scholarship committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Exchange
Club Youth of the Year Award needs to pick up an application in guidance
and return to Ms. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a scholarship
committee.
Preview & Scholarship Day at Judson College is February 27.
Applications for admission are due on that date.
For more information, call 1-800-447-9472 or email
admissions@judson.edu .
Jacksonville State University will host Spring Preview Day for
high school students and their families on Saturday, March 27.
Activities begin at 9:30 a.m.
For more information, call 1-800-231-5291, option 1 or
256-782-5268. During
AHSGE week, no FHS students will go to the FFC for the first three
periods of each day. Also,
no FFC students will come to FHS for 1st, 2nd, or
3rd periods. FHS
students who normally go to FFC will report to the auditorium.
Also, no purses or bags of any type will be allowed in to the
testing area. All items must
be stored in lockers.
DAILY
REVIEW SESSIONS FOR UPCOMING GRAD EXAM – MARCH 1 – 5
There will be daily review sessions for the Upcoming graduation exam
beginning on Monday, March 1 at 7:00 A.M. The review
schedule is as follows:
Each day the first 25 students to arrive for the 7:00 A.M. review in
the dome will receive free breakfast and all attendees will have their
name placed in a drawing for movie bucks.
Each day all students who participate in the testing will have
their names placed in a drawing for a $25.00 gift certificate.
Every student having a 100% participation rate in testing (this
means the student attends each day he/she is scheduled to test) will
have their name placed in a drawing for a $100.00 gift certificate to be
given at the end of testing.
There will also be a math review for juniors and seniors needing to
pass the math portion of the test. This will be Friday, February
26 during 7th and 8th periods with Mrs. Barnett
and Mrs. Russell. Talk with your 7th and 8th
period teachers for details.
Any 11th or 12th grader to participate in the math
blitz TODAY needs to report to Mrs. Barnett’s room 36 at the beginning
of 7th period today, February 26.
Any junior or senior student interested in applying for
membership to the National Math Honor Society,
Mu Alpha Theta, should see Mrs. Barnett in room 36 or Mrs. Griffith
in room 34 for a list of requirements and for an application.
All completed
applications must be returned by today, February 26, at 3:05 p.m.
New Announcement
Congratulations to Rebecca Marchman, Student of the Week.
She was nominated by Mr. Bradley.
Specification: Tops & bottoms must be of different colors or different
shades of same color.
February 25, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
The
mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in.
Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results.
Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump
Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors.
This is a scholarship for one free summer class.
Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for
admission to NWSCC. Call
331-5364 for further assistance.
Yearbook
orders will be accepted through Friday, February 26.
Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the
cover is an additional $5.
Order forms are available in the office.
Order online at
www.yearbookforever.com . Credit & debit card purchases are accepted
on this website.
The very
last day for students to apply for NWSCC Career/Tech Scholarships is
TOMORROW, February 26.
NO EXCEPTIONS. See
Ms. Dudley.
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15.
The Northwest Shoals Community College Scholarships
applications are now available in guidance.
Applications should be completed and returned to guidance before
March 5. NWSCC American
Legion Scholarships are due March 1.
Savannah College of Art & Design will be at Westin Huntsville
at 6800 Governors West Road, NW, at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 6.
Students who are interested in attending SCAD are urged to visit
with representatives from that school.
The Florence Falcon Orchestra is now accepting audition
applications for performance at the Dessert Cabaret on March 12.
If your acoustic act would like to have a chance to be showcased,
please stop by the office and pick up an application.
Applications are due to Mr. Jamieson no later than Feb. 26.
There will
be a Financial Aid Workshop for seniors and their parents at 6:00 p.m.,
TONIGHT, February 25, in the commons.
Parents and students will need to bring their completed 2009
Income Tax forms to the meeting in order to fill out the FAFSA. Attention
Seniors:
We need your photos!
Yearbook staff members need photos of seniors on college visits
and/or participating in activities last summer for publication in the
yearbook. Submit your
digital photos on a CD to room 53 or send by email to
chairell@fcs.k12.al.us . SENIORS:
Billy Walker, from Josten’s, will be in the commons Monday,
March 8, during 4th, 5th, and 6th
periods. He will distribute
your caps, gowns, etc. Key Club
members: Pancake Day ticket
money is due to Mrs. Hairell in room 53 no later than 3:05 p.m.,
TOMORROW, February 26.
The Red Cross Club and Spanish Club are selling Hope for Haiti
bracelets for $1 each. To
purchase a bracelet, see Mrs. Boddie, Mrs. Perry, or Qi Li Huang.
There will be an ACT Preparation Workshop, March 22 – April 5,
from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Florence High School.
To register, call 394-1712 or email Brannon Lentz at
lentzeducational@aol.com .
The varsity cheerleaders will be hosting the 2nd
annual Dodgeball Tournament in the Dome on Wednesday, March 10,
immediately after school. If
you are interested in playing, please pick up a form in the main office.
Entry forms and money are due on Tuesday, March 2.
The $10 entry fee includes a t-shirt this year!
Sign up today! $2 for
spectators – concession stand too!
Any 11th or 12th grader who would like
to enter the District Exchange Club Oratorical Essay Contest needs to
pick up an application in guidance and return the application and essay
to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Accepting
the Challenge of Excellence Award needs to pick up an application in
guidance and return it to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a
scholarship committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Exchange
Club Youth of the Year Award needs to pick up an application in guidance
and return to Ms. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a scholarship
committee.
Preview & Scholarship Day at Judson College is February 27.
Applications for admission are due on that date.
For more information, call 1-800-447-9472 or email
admissions@judson.edu .
Jacksonville State University will host Spring Preview Day for
high school students and their families on Saturday, March 27.
Activities begin at 9:30 a.m.
For more information, call 1-800-231-5291, option 1 or
256-782-5268. During
AHSGE week, no FHS students will go to the FFC for the first three
periods of each day. Also,
no FFC students will come to FHS for 1st, 2nd, or
3rd periods. FHS
students who normally go to FFC will report to the auditorium.
Also, no purses or bags of any type will be allowed in to the
testing area. All items must
be stored in lockers.
DAILY
REVIEW SESSIONS FOR UPCOMING GRAD EXAM – MARCH 1 – 5
There will be daily review sessions for the Upcoming graduation exam
beginning on Monday, March 1 at 7:00 A.M. The review
schedule is as follows:
Each day the first 25 students to arrive for the 7:00 A.M. review in
the dome will receive free breakfast and all attendees will have their
name placed in a drawing for movie bucks.
Each day all students who participate in the testing will have
their names placed in a drawing for a $25.00 gift certificate.
Every student having a 100% participation rate in testing (this
means the student attends each day he/she is scheduled to test) will
have their name placed in a drawing for a $100.00 gift certificate to be
given at the end of testing.
There will also be a math review for juniors and seniors needing to
pass the math portion of the test. This will be Friday, February
26 during 7th and 8th periods with Mrs. Barnett
and Mrs. Russell. Talk with your 7th and 8th
period teachers for details.
New Announcements
Any 11th or 12th grader to participate in
the math blitz on Friday afternoon needs to report to Mrs. Barnett’s
room 36 at the beginning of 7th period tomorrow, February 26.
Writing Center tutors need to meet with Mrs. Rikard and Dr. Koch
in the library after school today.
Tutoring schedules will be redone.
Any junior or senior student interested in applying for
membership to the National Math Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, should
see Mrs. Barnett in room 36 or Mrs. Griffith in room 34 for a list of
requirements and for an application.
All completed applications must be returned by Friday, February
26, at 3:05 p.m.
SADD – MANDATORY MEETING FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26, AT 7:15 A.M. in the
chorus room 65. No show – no
participation in event next month.
Breakfast will be served.
Specification: Logos may be no larger than 2” by 3” except school logos.
Items NOT Allowed: Oversized clothing or clothing that is too
tight.
February 24, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in the
chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
The mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE
results are in.
Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results.
Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump Start
Program for 2010 graduating seniors.
This is a scholarship for one free summer class.
Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for
admission to NWSCC. Call
331-5364 for further assistance.
Yearbook orders will be accepted
through February 26.
Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the
cover is an additional $5.
Order forms are available in the office.
Order online at
www.yearbookforever.com . Credit & debit card purchases are accepted
on this website.
The very last day for students to
apply for NWSCC Career/Tech Scholarships is Friday, February 26.
NO EXCEPTIONS. See
Ms. Dudley.
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available in
guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15.
The Northwest Shoals Community College Scholarships applications are now
available in guidance.
Applications should be completed and returned to guidance before March
5. NWSCC American Legion
Scholarships are due March 1.
Savannah College of Art & Design will be at Westin Huntsville at 6800
Governors West Road, NW, at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 6.
Students who are interested in attending SCAD are urged to visit
with representatives from that school.
The Florence Falcon Orchestra is now accepting audition applications for
performance at the Dessert Cabaret on March 12.
If your acoustic act would like to have a chance to be showcased,
please stop by the office and pick up an application.
Applications are due to Mr. Jamieson no later than Feb. 26. There will be a Financial Aid
Workshop for seniors and their parents at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, February
25, in the commons. Parents
and students will need to bring their completed 2009 Income Tax forms to
the meeting in order to fill out the FAFSA. Attention Seniors:
We need your photos!
Yearbook staff members need photos of seniors on college visits and/or
participating in activities last summer for publication in the yearbook.
Submit your digital photos on a CD to room 53 or send by email to
chairell@fcs.k12.al.us . SENIORS:
Billy Walker, from Josten’s, will be in the commons Monday, March 8,
during 4th, 5th, and 6th periods.
He will distribute your caps, gowns, etc.
Key Club members: Pancake
Day ticket money is due to Mrs. Hairell in room 53 no later than 3:05
p.m., Friday, February 26.
The Red Cross Club and Spanish Club are selling Hope for Haiti bracelets
for $1 each. To purchase a
bracelet, see Mrs. Boddie, Mrs. Perry, or Qi Li Huang.
There will be an ACT Preparation Workshop, March 22 – April 5, from 6:00
– 8:30 p.m. at Florence High School.
To register, call 394-1712 or email Brannon Lentz at
lentzeducational@aol.com .
The varsity cheerleaders will be hosting the 2nd annual
Dodgeball Tournament in the Dome on Wednesday, March 10, immediately
after school. If you are
interested in playing, please pick up a form in the main office.
Entry forms and money are due on Tuesday, March 2.
The $10 entry fee includes a t-shirt this year!
Sign up today! $2 for
spectators – concession stand too!
Any 11th or 12th grader who would like to enter
the District Exchange Club Oratorical Essay Contest needs to pick up an
application in guidance and return the application and essay to Mrs.
Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Accepting the
Challenge of Excellence Award needs to pick up an application in
guidance and return it to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a
scholarship committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Exchange Club Youth
of the Year Award needs to pick up an application in guidance and return
to Ms. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a scholarship committee.
Preview & Scholarship Day at Judson College is February 27.
Applications for admission are due on that date.
For more information, call 1-800-447-9472 or email
admissions@judson.edu .
Jacksonville State University will host Spring Preview Day for high
school students and their families on Saturday, March 27.
Activities begin at 9:30 a.m.
For more information, call 1-800-231-5291, option 1 or
256-782-5268.
New Announcements
During AHSGE week, no FHS students will go to the FFC for the first
three periods of each day.
Also, no FFC students will come to FHS for 1st, 2nd,
or 3rd periods.
FHS students who normally go to FFC will report to the auditorium.
Also, no purses or bags of any type will be allowed in to the
testing area. All items must
be stored in lockers.
DAILY REVIEW SESSIONS FOR UPCOMING
GRAD EXAM – MARCH 1 – 5
There will be daily review sessions for the Upcoming graduation exam
beginning on Monday, March 1 at 7:00 A.M. The review
schedule is as follows:
Each day the first 25 students to arrive for the 7:00 A.M. review in
the dome will receive free breakfast and all attendees will have their
name placed in a drawing for movie bucks.
Each day all students who participate in the testing will have
their names placed in a drawing for a $25.00 gift certificate.
Every student having a 100% participation rate in testing (this
means the student attends each day he/she is scheduled to test) will
have their name placed in a drawing for a $100.00 gift certificate to be
given at the end of testing.
There will also be a math review for juniors and seniors needing to
pass the math portion of the test. This will be Friday, February
26 during 7th and 8th periods with Mrs. Barnett
and Mrs. Russell. Talk with your 7th and 8th
period teachers for details.
Specification: Shorts,
skorts, skirts, dresses, & jumpers must not be shorter than 2” above
knee.
Items NOT Allowed: Jewelry that poses a safety risk and/or a
distraction to the educational process.
February 23, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
The
mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in.
Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results.
Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump
Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors.
This is a scholarship for one free summer class.
Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for
admission to NWSCC. Call
331-5364 for further assistance. Northwest
Shoals Community College will host a College Financial Aid Night for
high school
seniors and their parents
TONIGHT, February 23, at 6:30 p.m., Bldg 127, rooms 112-114.
Bring your completed 2008 and
2009 Federal Income Taxes for assistance.
You do not have to be planning to attend NWSCC in the fall
to attend the workshop. See
Ms. Dudley for more information.
Yearbook
orders will be accepted through February 26.
Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the
cover is an additional $5.
Order forms are available in the office.
Order online at
www.yearbookforever.com . Credit & debit card purchases are accepted
on this website.
Engineering Day at Auburn U is Fri., Feb. 26, at 8:00 a.m.
For info, email
karcher@auburn.edu or
beitzbt@auburn.edu .
Maps & registration cards are also available in guidance.
The very
last day for students to apply for NWSCC Career/Tech Scholarships is
Friday, February 26. NO
EXCEPTIONS. See Ms. Dudley.
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15.
The Northwest Shoals Community College Scholarships
applications are now available in guidance.
Applications should be completed and returned to guidance before
March 5. NWSCC American
Legion Scholarships are due March 1.
Savannah College of Art & Design will be at Westin Huntsville
at 6800 Governors West Road, NW, at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 6.
Students who are interested in attending SCAD are urged to visit
with representatives from that school.
The Florence Falcon Orchestra is now accepting audition
applications for performance at the Dessert Cabaret on March 12.
If your acoustic act would like to have a chance to be showcased,
please stop by the office and pick up an application.
Applications are due to Mr. Jamieson no later than Feb. 26. There will
be a Financial Aid Workshop for seniors and their parents at 6:00 p.m.,
Thursday, February 25, in the commons.
Parents and students will need to bring their completed 2009
Income Tax forms to the meeting in order to fill out the FAFSA. Attention
Seniors:
We need your photos!
Yearbook staff members need photos of seniors on college visits
and/or participating in activities last summer for publication in the
yearbook. Submit your
digital photos on a CD to room 53 or send by email to
chairell@fcs.k12.al.us . SENIORS:
Billy Walker, from
Josten’s, will be in the commons Monday, March 8, during 4th,
5th, and 6th periods.
He will distribute your caps, gowns, etc.
Key Club members:
Pancake Day ticket money is due to Mrs. Hairell in room 53 no later than
3:05 p.m., Friday, February 26.
The Red Cross Club and Spanish Club are selling Hope for Haiti
bracelets for $1 each. To
purchase a bracelet, see Mrs. Boddie, Mrs. Perry, or Qi Li Huang.
The seniors have chosen “All Roads Lead to Rome” as the theme
for prom.
There will be an ACT Preparation Workshop, March 22 – April 5,
from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Florence High School.
To register, call 394-1712 or email Brannon Lentz at
lentzeducational@aol.com .
Multicultural Club is hosting a Hope for Haiti fundraiser.
Donate spare change to your first period classes.
The winning class will receive a batch of Oh My Goodness!
Brownies and a bag of candy.
All proceeds go to the American Red Cross Haiti relief fund.
Help give Hope to Haiti.
Donate!!!
The varsity cheerleaders will be hosting the 2nd
annual Dodgeball Tournament in the Dome on Wednesday, March 10,
immediately after school. If
you are interested in playing, please pick up a form in the main office.
Entry forms and money are due on Tuesday, March 2.
The $10 entry fee includes a t-shirt this year!
Sign up today! $2 for
spectators – concession stand too!
New
Announcements
Any 11th or 12th grader who would like
to enter the District Exchange Club Oratorical Essay Contest needs to
pick up an application in guidance and return the application and essay
to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Accepting
the Challenge of Excellence Award needs to pick up an application in
guidance and return it to Mrs. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a
scholarship committee.
Any senior who would like to be considered for the Exchange
Club Youth of the Year Award needs to pick up an application in guidance
and return to Ms. Riser by March 29 to be reviewed by a scholarship
committee. ATTENTION:
There will be a Prom Show TONIGHT, February 23, from 5:00 until
8:00 p.m. at Regency Square Mall.
Complete the Financial Reality Check program any time between
5:00 and 7:00 p.m. for your chance to win a free tux rental, jewelry,
shoes, dinner gift certificates and more!
Preview & Scholarship Day at Judson College is February 27.
Applications for admission are due on that date.
For more information, call 1-800-447-9472 or email
admissions@judson.edu .
Jacksonville State University will host Spring Preview Day for
high school students and their families on Saturday, March 27.
Activities begin at 9:30 a.m.
For more information, call 1-800-231-5291, option 1 or
256-782-5268.
Boys’ varsity soccer will be dismissed at 2:00 p.m. today to
go to Decatur.
Specification: Belts must
be appropriate length with unobtrusive buckle and be buckled.
Items NOT Allowed: House shoes or shoes with heels higher than
2”.
February 22, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
The
mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in.
Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results.
Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump
Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors.
This is a scholarship for one free summer class.
Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for
admission to NWSCC. Call
331-5364 for further assistance.
Northwest Shoals Community College will host a College
Financial Aid Night for high school seniors and their parents on
Tuesday, February 23, at 6:30
p.m., Bldg 127, rooms 112-114.
Bring your completed 2008 and 2009 Federal Income Taxes for
assistance. You do not
have to be planning to attend NWSCC in the fall to attend the workshop.
See Ms. Dudley for more information.
Yearbook
orders will be accepted through February 26.
Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the
cover is an additional $5.
Order forms are available in the office.
Order online at
www.yearbookforever.com . Credit & debit card purchases are accepted
on this website.
Engineering Day at Auburn U is Fri., Feb. 26, at 8:00 a.m.
For info, email
karcher@auburn.edu or
beitzbt@auburn.edu .
Maps & registration cards are also available in guidance.
The very
last day for students to apply for NWSCC Career/Tech Scholarships is
Friday, February 26. NO
EXCEPTIONS. See Ms. Dudley.
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15.
The Northwest Shoals Community College Scholarships
applications are now available in guidance.
Applications should be completed and returned to guidance before
March 5. NWSCC American
Legion Scholarships are due March 1.
Savannah College of Art & Design will be at Westin Huntsville
at 6800 Governors West Road, NW, at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 6.
Students who are interested in attending SCAD are urged to visit
with representatives from that school.
The Florence Falcon Orchestra is now accepting audition
applications for performance at the Dessert Cabaret on March 12.
If your acoustic act would like to have a chance to be showcased,
please stop by the office and pick up an application.
Applications are due to Mr. Jamieson no later than Feb. 26. There will
be a Financial Aid Workshop for seniors and their parents at 6:00 p.m.,
Thursday, February 25, in the commons.
Parents and students will need to bring their completed 2009
Income Tax forms to the meeting in order to fill out the FAFSA. Attention
Seniors:
We need your photos!
Yearbook staff members need photos of seniors on college visits
and/or participating in activities last summer for publication in the
yearbook. Submit your
digital photos on a CD to room 53 or send by email to
chairell@fcs.k12.al.us .
Attention Sophomores:
Sophomores who do not have a 10th grade history class
and did not hear Ms. Lovelace’s meeting about next year’s scheduling,
please see her for a course selection sheet & book. SENIORS:
Billy Walker, from
Josten’s, will be in the commons Monday, March 8, during 4th,
5th, and 6th periods.
He will distribute your caps, gowns, etc.
The French Club is going to see a hockey game in Huntsville on
Friday, March 5. See Mrs.
Lindley ASAP to reserve a space on the bus.
Key Club members:
Pancake Day ticket money is due to Mrs. Hairell in room 53 no later than
3:05 p.m. on Friday, February 26.
The Red Cross Club and Spanish Club are selling Hope for Haiti
bracelets for $1 each. To
purchase a bracelet, see Mrs. Boddie, Mrs. Perry, or Qi Li Huang.
The seniors have chosen “All Roads Lead to Rome” as the theme
for prom.
Congratulations to Felicia Haywood, Student of the Week,
nominated by Mr. Shannon.
New
Announcements
There will be an ACT Preparation Workshop, March 22 – April 5,
from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Florence High School.
To register, call 394-1712 or email Brannon Lentz at
lentzeducational@aol.com .
Multicultural Club is hosting a Hope for Haiti fundraiser.
Donate spare change to your first period classes.
The winning class will receive a batch of Oh My Goodness!
Brownies and a bag of candy.
All proceeds go to the American Red Cross Haiti relief fund.
Help give Hope to Haiti.
Donate!!!
The varsity cheerleaders will be hosting the 2nd
annual Dodgeball Tournament in the Dome on Wednesday, March 10,
immediately after school. If
you are interested in playing, please pick up a form in the main office.
Entry forms and money are due on Tuesday, March 2.
The $10 entry fee includes a t-shirt this year!
Sign up today! $2 for
spectators – concession stand too!
Specification: Pants must
fit at the natural waist (above hips) and not touch the floor.
Items NOT Allowed: Clothing with symbols, signs, letters,
numbers, words, or pictures, other
than Florence City Schools’ spirit/school-approved activity wear.
February 19, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
The
mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in.
Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results.
Yearbook
orders will be accepted through February 26.
Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the
cover is an additional $5.
Order forms are available in the office.
Order online at
www.yearbookforever.com . Credit & debit card purchases are accepted
on this website.
Engineering Day at Auburn U is Fri., Feb. 26, at 8:00 a.m.
For info, email
karcher@auburn.edu or
beitzbt@auburn.edu .
Maps & registration cards are also available in guidance.
The very last day for students to apply for
NWSCC Career/Tech Scholarships
is February 26.
NO EXCEPTIONS.
See Ms. Dudley.
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15.
The Northwest Shoals Community College Scholarships
applications are now available in guidance.
Applications should be completed and returned to guidance before
March 5. NWSCC American
Legion Scholarships are due March 1.
The Florence Falcon Orchestra is now accepting audition
applications for performance at the Dessert Cabaret on March 12.
If your acoustic act would like to have a chance to be showcased,
please stop by the office and pick up an application.
Applications are due to Mr. Jamieson no later than Feb. 26.
There will be a Financial Aid Workshop for seniors and their
parents at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, February 25, in the commons.
Parents and students will need to bring their completed 2009
Income Tax forms to the meeting in order to fill out the FAFSA. Attention
Seniors:
We need your photos!
Yearbook staff members need photos of seniors on college visits
and/or participating in activities last summer for publication in the
yearbook. Submit your
digital photos on a CD to room 53 or send by email to
chairell@fcs.k12.al.us .
Attention Sophomores:
Sophomores who do not have a 10th grade history class
and did not hear Ms. Lovelace’s meeting about next year’s scheduling,
please see her for a course selection sheet & book.
New
Announcements SENIORS:
Billy Walker, from Josten’s, will be in the commons
Monday, March 8, during 4th, 5th, and 6th
periods. He will distribute
your caps, gowns, etc.
The French Club is going to see a hockey game in
Key Club members:
Pancake Day ticket money is due to Mrs. Hairell in room 53 no later than
3:05 p.m. on Friday, February 26.
The Red Cross Club and Spanish Club are selling Hope for
The seniors have chosen “All Roads Lead to
Congratulations to Felicia Haywood, Student of the Week,
nominated by Mr. Shannon.
Specification: All
buttoned shirts must be appropriately buttoned.
Items NOT Allowed: Head coverings inside school facilities.
February 18, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
The
mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in.
Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results.
Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump
Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors.
This is a scholarship for one free summer class.
Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for
admission to NWSCC. Call
331-5364 for further assistance.
Northwest Shoals Community College will host a College
Financial Aid Night for high school seniors and their parents on
Tuesday, February 23, at 6:30 p.m., Bldg 127, rooms 112-114.
Bring your completed 2008 and 2009 Federal Income Taxes for
assistance. You do not
have to be planning to attend NWSCC in the fall to attend the workshop.
See Ms. Dudley for more information.
Yearbook
orders will be accepted through February 26.
Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the
cover is an additional $5.
Order forms are available in the office.
Order online at
www.yearbookforever.com . Credit & debit card purchases are accepted
on this website.
Engineering Day at Auburn University is Fri., Feb. 26, at 8:00
a.m. For registering info,
email karcher@auburn.edu or
beitzbt@auburn.edu .
Maps & registration cards are also available in guidance.
The very last day for students to apply for
NWSCC Career/Tech Scholarships
is February 26.
NO EXCEPTIONS.
See Ms. Dudley.
The Florence Falcon Orchestra is hosting a Dessert Cabaret
featuring acoustic acts of all kinds Friday, March 12. If you want your
acoustic act, dramatic reading, poetry, artwork, etc. to be featured,
contact Mr. Jamieson for more details on auditions.
djamieson@fcs.k12.al.us
or 768-2437
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15.
The Northwest Shoals Community College Scholarships
applications are now available in guidance.
Applications should be completed and returned to guidance before
March 5. NWSCC American
Legion Scholarships are due March 1.
Savannah College of Art & Design will be at Westin Huntsville
at 6800 Governors West Road, NW, at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 6.
Students who are interested in attending SCAD are urged to visit
with representatives from that school.
Congratulations to the February ASMA winners:
1st place (perfect score of 7 correct answers) –
Stuart Bartmess; 2nd place (5 correct answers) – Taryn
Burgess; 3rd place (4 correct answers) – Eldwin Arparcio,
Ashley Grissom, Duncan McKinney, Michaelann Rodriquez, Abby Threet.
The Florence Falcon Orchestra is now accepting audition
applications for performance at the Dessert Cabaret on March 12.
If your acoustic act would like to have a chance to be showcased,
please stop by the office and pick up an application.
Applications are due to Mr. Jamieson no later than Feb. 26.
There will be a Financial Aid Workshop for seniors and their
parents at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, February 25, in the commons.
Parents and students will need to bring their completed 2009
Income Tax forms to the meeting in order to fill out the FAFSA.
New
Announcements
Attention Seniors:
We need your photos!
Yearbook staff members need photos of seniors on college visits and/or
participating in activities last summer for publication in the yearbook.
Submit your digital photos on a CD to room 53 or send by email to
chairell@fcs.k12.al.us .
Attention Sophomores:
Sophomores who do not have a 10th grade history class
and did not hear Ms. Lovelace’s meeting about next year’s scheduling,
please see her for a course selection sheet & book.
Congratulations to the following students who were selected
for the Alabama All-State Band:
Daisy Edwards, Rebecca Marchman, Blair Reinlie, Hamp Perritt,
Stephen Mokulis, Jeffery Risner.
The following were selected for the District III Honor Band:
Evan Dow, Jessica Bailey, Darius Asher, Davis Tran, Stephen
Mokulis, Daisy Edwards, Rebecca Marchman, Hamp Perritt, Blair Reinlie,
JefferyRisner, Isaac Berry.
Specification: Tops &
bottoms must be of different colors or different shades of same color.
Items NOT Allowed: Oversized clothing or clothing that is too
tight.
February 17, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
The
mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in.
Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results.
Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump
Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors.
This is a scholarship for one free summer class.
Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for
admission to NWSCC. Call
331-5364 for further assistance.
Northwest Shoals Community College will host a College
Financial Aid Night for high school seniors and their parents on
Tuesday, February 23, at 6:30 p.m., Bldg 127, rooms 112-114.
Bring your completed 2008 and 2009 Federal Income Taxes for
assistance. You do not
have to be planning to attend NWSCC in the fall to attend the workshop.
See Ms. Dudley for more information.
Yearbook
orders will be accepted through February 26.
Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the
cover is an additional $5.
Order forms are available in the office.
Order online at
www.yearbookforever.com . Credit & debit card purchases are accepted
on this website.
Preview and Scholarship Day at Judson College is February 27.
This date is also the applications for admissions due date.
Go to www.judson.edu .
Engineering Day at Auburn University is Fri., Feb. 26, at 8:00
a.m. For registering info,
email karcher@auburn.edu or
beitzbt@auburn.edu .
Maps & registration cards are also available in guidance.
The very last day for students to apply for
NWSCC Career/Tech Scholarships
is February 26.
NO EXCEPTIONS.
See Ms. Dudley.
The Florence Falcon Orchestra is hosting a Dessert Cabaret
featuring acoustic acts of all kinds Friday, March 12. If you want your
acoustic act, dramatic reading, poetry, artwork, etc. to be featured,
contact Mr. Jamieson for more details on auditions.
djamieson@fcs.k12.al.us
or 768-2437 Seniors:
TODAY, February 17, you may vote for the prom theme during your
lunch. The choices are “A
Night on the Nile”, “All Roads Lead to Rome”, “By the Light of the
Moon”, “Retro Romance”, and “Saturday Night Fever”. If you do not have a
lunch, you may vote after school Wednesday in Mrs. Willingham’s room 32.
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15.
The Northwest Shoals Community College Scholarships
applications are now available in guidance.
Applications should be completed and returned to guidance before
March 5. NWSCC American
Legion Scholarships are due March 1.
New
Announcements
Savannah College of Art & Design will be at Westin Huntsville
at 6800 Governors West Road, NW, at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 6.
Students who are interested in attending SCAD are urged to visit
with representatives from that school.
Congratulations to the February ASMA winners:
1st place (perfect score of 7 correct answers) –
Stuart Bartmess; 2nd place (5 correct answers) – Taryn
Burgess; 3rd place (4 correct answers) – Eldwin Arparcio,
Ashley Grissom, Duncan McKinney, Michaelann Rodriquez, Abby Threet.
The Florence Falcon Orchestra is now accepting audition
applications for performance at the Dessert Cabaret on March 12.
If your acoustic act would like to have a chance to be showcased,
please stop by the office and pick up an application.
Applications are due to Mr. Jamieson no later than Feb. 26. Key Club
reminder: There will be a
Key Club meeting Thursday, February 18, at 7:20 a.m. in the library.
Pancake Day ticket money is due at the meeting.
There will be a Financial Aid Workshop for seniors and their
parents at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, February 25, in the commons.
Parents and students will need to bring their completed 2009
Income Tax forms to the meeting in order to fill out the FAFSA.
Specification: Tops &
bottoms must be of different colors or different shades of same color.
February 16, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
The
mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in.
Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results.
Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump
Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors.
This is a scholarship for one free summer class.
Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for
admission to NWSCC. Call
331-5364 for further assistance.
Northwest Shoals Community College will host a College
Financial Aid Night for high school seniors and their parents on
Tuesday, February 23, at 6:30 p.m., Bldg 127, rooms 112-114.
Bring your completed 2008 and 2009 Federal Income Taxes for
assistance. You do not
have to be planning to attend NWSCC in the fall to attend the workshop.
See Ms. Dudley for more information.
Yearbook
orders will be accepted through February 26.
Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the
cover is an additional $5.
Order forms are available in the office.
Order online at
www.yearbookforever.com . Credit & debit card purchases are accepted
on this website.
Preview and Scholarship Day at Judson College is February 27.
This date is also the applications for admissions due date.
Go to www.judson.edu .
Engineering Day at Auburn University is Fri., Feb. 26, at 8:00
a.m. For registering info,
email karcher@auburn.edu or
beitzbt@auburn.edu .
Maps & registration cards are also available in guidance.
The very last day for students to apply for
NWSCC Career/Tech Scholarships
is February 26.
NO EXCEPTIONS.
See Ms. Dudley.
The Florence Falcon Orchestra is hosting a Dessert Cabaret
featuring acoustic acts of all kinds Friday, March 12. If you want your
acoustic act, dramatic reading, poetry, artwork, etc. to be featured,
contact Mr. Jamieson for more details on auditions.
djamieson@fcs.k12.al.us
or 768-2437
Congratulations to the Finalists in the 2010 Competition for
National Merit Scholarships.
The finalists are Stuart Bartmess, McKay Cleveland, and Suzanne Reese.
Remember that math help is available.
See the bulletin boards, Ms. Lovelace, or Mrs. Willingham for
more information.
Seniors:
Wednesday, February 17, you may vote for the prom theme during your
lunch. The choices are “A
Night on the Nile”, “All Roads Lead to Rome”, “By the Light of the
Moon”, “Retro Romance”, and “Saturday Night Fever”. If you do not have a
lunch, you may vote after school Wednesday in Mrs. Willingham’s room 32.
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15.
The Northwest Shoals Community College Scholarships
applications are now available in guidance.
Applications should be completed and returned to guidance before
March 5. NWSCC American
Legion Scholarships are due March 1.
New
Announcements
There will be no indoor drumline rehearsal today.
All-State band auditions will be held tonight at Muscle Shoals
High School starting at 4:00 p.m.
Tennis match with Muscle Shoals today is cancelled.
Specification: Logos may
be no larger than 2” by 3” except school logos.
Items NOT Allowed: Jewelry that poses a safety risk and/or a
distraction to the educational process.
February 11, 2010
FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in
the chorus room 65.
11th and 12th grade students who receive
free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and
the SAT. If you have
exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help.
FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th
Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library.
The
mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in.
Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results.
Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump
Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors.
This is a scholarship for one free summer class.
Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for
admission to NWSCC. Call
331-5364 for further assistance.
Sylvan Learning Center will be offering a free ACT Practice
Test on February 15 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Register by calling 760-0330 or e-mailing
sylvanflorence@yahoo.com
Northwest Shoals Community College will host a College
Financial Aid Night for high school seniors and their parents on
Tuesday, February 23, at 6:30 p.m., Bldg 127, rooms 112-114.
Bring your completed 2008 and 2009 Federal Income Taxes for
assistance. You do not
have to be planning to attend NWSCC in the fall to attend the workshop.
See Ms. Dudley for more information.
Yearbook
orders will be accepted through February 26.
Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the
cover is an additional $5.
Order forms are available in the office.
Order online at
www.yearbookforever.com . Credit & debit card purchases are accepted
on this website.
Preview and Scholarship Day at Judson College is February 27.
This date is also the applications for admissions due date.
Go to www.judson.edu .
Engineering Day at Auburn University is Fri., Feb. 26, at 8:00
a.m. For registering info,
email karcher@auburn.edu or
beitzbt@auburn.edu .
Maps & registration cards are also available in guidance.
The very last day for students to apply for
NWSCC Career/Tech Scholarships
is February 26.
NO EXCEPTIONS.
See Ms. Dudley. Writing
Center tutors:
Plan
to meet in the library after school today, February 11.
Dr. Koch and Dr. Lutchow will be with us.
This is a mandatory meeting.
Let Mrs. Rikard know immediately if you have a conflict.
Students, please remember to take advantage of free tutoring
for your writing in the Writing Center.
You may go to the library during your lunch period to be tutored
by students who have been trained to help you.
You may ask your teacher for a referral or you may just show up.
The Florence Falcon Orchestra is hosting a Dessert Cabaret
featuring acoustic acts of all kinds Friday, March 12. If you want your
acoustic act, dramatic reading, poetry, artwork, etc. to be featured,
contact Mr. Jamieson for more details on auditions.
djamieson@fcs.k12.al.us
or 768-2437
Congratulations to the Finalists in the 2010 Competition for
National Merit Scholarships.
The finalists are Stuart Bartmess, McKay Cleveland, and Suzanne Reese. Students:
If you were absent Monday because of the weather, it is
excused; but you need to turn in an excuse from your parent/guardian to
Mrs. Durrett in order for the change to be made on STI.
Congratulations to Creative Writing student Mary Locker for
winning a Poetry Certificate of Recognition through the High School
Literary Arts Award.
New
Announcements
Remember that math help is available.
See the bulletin boards, Ms. Lovelace, or Mrs. Willingham for
more information.
Seniors:
Wednesday, February 17, you may vote for the prom theme during your
lunch. The choices are “A
Night on the Nile”, “All Roads Lead to Rome”, “By the Light of the
Moon”, “Retro Romance”, and “Saturday Night Fever”. If you do not have a
lunch, you may vote after school Wednesday in Mrs. Willingham’s room 32.
Any boy who plans on trying out for golf, meet in Coach Dodd’s
room 12 after school today
Martin Luther King Scholarship applications are now available
in guidance. Applications
include two letters of recommendation from a principal, teacher,
counselor, pastor, or community leader, a resume, a wallet-size photo,
and a transcript. Completed
applications should be returned to the guidance department
before March 15. The Northwest Shoals Community College Scholarships applications are now available in guidance. Applications should be completed and returned to guidance before March 5. NWSCC American Legion Scholarships are due March 1.
Specification: Logos may
be no larger than 2” by 3” except school logos.
Items NOT Allowed: Jewelry that poses a safety risk and/or a
distraction to the educational process.
February 10, 2010 FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in the chorus room 65. 11th and 12th grade students who receive free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and the SAT. If you have exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help. FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library. The mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in. Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results. Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors. This is a scholarship for one free summer class. Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for admission to NWSCC. Call 331-5364 for further assistance. Sylvan Learning Center will be offering a free ACT Practice Test on February 15 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Register by calling 760-0330 or e-mailing sylvanflorence@yahoo.com Northwest Shoals Community College will host a College Financial Aid Night for high school seniors and their parents on Tuesday, February 23, at 6:30 p.m., Bldg 127, rooms 112-114. Bring your completed 2008 and 2009 Federal Income Taxes for assistance. You do not have to be planning to attend NWSCC in the fall to attend the workshop. See Ms. Dudley for more information. Yearbook orders will be accepted through February 26. Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the cover is an additional $5. Order forms are available in the school office. Yearbooks may also be ordered online at www.yearbookforever.com . Credit and debit card purchases are accepted through this website. Preview and Scholarship Day at Judson College is February 27. This date is also the applications for admissions due date. Go to www.judson.edu . Engineering Day at Auburn University is Fri., Feb. 26, at 8:00 a.m. For registering info, email karcher@auburn.edu or beitzbt@auburn.edu . Maps & registration cards are also available in guidance. The very last day for students to apply for NWSCC Career/Tech Scholarships is February 26. NO EXCEPTIONS. See Ms. Dudley. Red Cross meeting – TODAY, February 10, after school in Mrs. Boddie’s room 48. All members are encouraged to attend. Spring activities will be discussed. Writing Center tutors: Plan to meet in the library after school Thursday, February 11. Dr. Koch and Dr. Lutchow will be with us. This is a mandatory meeting. Let Mrs. Rikard know immediately if you have a conflict. Students, please remember to take advantage of free tutoring for your writing in the Writing Center. You may go to the library during your lunch period to be tutored by students who have been trained to help you. You may ask your teacher for a referral or you may just show up. ASMA Contest will be held TOMORROW, February 11, at 7:10 a.m. in the math wing. The Florence Falcon Orchestra is hosting a Dessert Cabaret featuring acoustic acts of all kinds Friday, March 12. If you want your acoustic act, dramatic reading, poetry, artwork, etc. to be featured, contact Mr. Jamieson for more details on auditions. djamieson@fcs.k12.al.us or 768-2437
New Announcements Congratulations to the Finalists in the 2010 Competition for National Merit Scholarships. The finalists are Stuart Bartmess, McKay Cleveland, and Suzanne Reese. Valentine pictures will be taken today during the three lunch periods. Pictures are $2 each. See a SADD member at lunch. THIS WILL BE FOR ONE DAY ONLY. Students: If you were absent Monday because of the weather, it is excused; but you need to turn in an excuse from your parent/guardian to Mrs. Durrett in order for the change to be made on STI. Congratulations to Creative Writing student Mary Locker for winning a Poetry Certificate of Recognition through the High School Literary Arts Award. The Multicultural Club will meet today after school in room 4 to discuss the traditions of Mardi Gras and to eat King Cake. Members and guests may attend.
Specification: Logos may be no larger than 2” by 3” except school logos. Items NOT Allowed: Jewelry that poses a safety risk and/or a distraction to the educational process.
February 9, 2010 FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in the chorus room 65. 11th and 12th grade students who receive free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and the SAT. If you have exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help. FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library. The mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in. Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results. Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors. This is a scholarship for one free summer class. Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for admission to NWSCC. Call 331-5364 for further assistance. Sylvan Learning Center will be offering a free ACT Practice Test on February 15 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Register by calling 760-0330 or e-mailing sylvanflorence@yahoo.com Northwest Shoals Community College will host a College Financial Aid Night for high school seniors and their parents on Tuesday, February 23, at 6:30 p.m., Bldg 127, rooms 112-114. Bring your completed 2008 and 2009 Federal Income Taxes for assistance. You do not have to be planning to attend NWSCC in the fall to attend the workshop. See Ms. Dudley for more information. Syracuse University in New York has 10 full rides for African American Men & Women interested in studying architecture. Mark Robbins, Dean of Syracuse University’s School of Architecture, is desperately seeking young men and women of color interested in pursuing a 5-year professional degree in architecture. Call 315-443-2256. Yearbook orders will be accepted through February 26. Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the cover is an additional $5. Order forms are available in the school office. Yearbooks may also be ordered online at www.yearbookforever.com . Credit and debit card purchases are accepted through this website. The varsity cheerleaders are selling $1 raffle tickets for a Valentine’s Day Date. The winner will receive a $50 Dale’s Restaurant gift certificate and a balloon bouquet from Something Ele’Gant. The winner will be announced tomorrow, February 10! See a cheerleader to buy a ticket. Preview and Scholarship Day at Judson College is February 27. This date is also the applications for admissions due date. Go to www.judson.edu . All high school juniors and seniors are invited to attend Erskine Experience, an overnight visitation event, on February 14-15. Also, February 15 is the priority application deadline for Erskine College. Go to www.erskine.edu or call 864-379-8838. Engineering Day at Auburn University is Fri., Feb. 26, at 8:00 a.m. For registering info, email karcher@auburn.edu or beitzbt@auburn.edu . Maps & registration cards are also available in guidance. The very last day for students to apply for NWSCC Career/Tech Scholarships is February 26. NO EXCEPTIONS. See Ms. Dudley. School fees should show on your interim report. For a detailed list of fees, please see Mrs. Reeves or Mrs. Guzman in bookkeeping. Red Cross meeting – Wednesday, February 10, after school in Mrs. Boddie’s room 48. All members are encouraged to attend. Spring activities will be discussed. Seniors will be selling Valentine grams in the commons during lunch today. Writing Center tutors: Plan to meet in the library after school Thursday, February 11. Dr. Koch and Dr. Lutchow will be with us. This is a mandatory meeting. Let Mrs. Rikard know immediately if you have a conflict. Students, please remember to take advantage of free tutoring for your writing in the Writing Center. You may go to the library during your lunch period to be tutored by students who have been trained to help you. You may ask your teacher for a referral or you may just show up. Congrats to Mr. Jerry Foster, Staff Member of the Month. He was nominated by Shejuti Paul. ASMA Contest will be held this Thursday, February 11, at 7:10 a.m. in the math wing. New Announcements The Florence Falcon Orchestra is hosting a Dessert Cabaret featuring acoustic acts of all kinds Friday, March 12. If you want your acoustic act, dramatic reading, poetry, artwork, etc. to be featured, contact Mr. Jamieson for more details on auditions. djamieson@fcs.k12.al.us or 768-2437 Specification: Belts must be appropriate length with unobtrusive buckle and be buckled. Items NOT Allowed: House shoes or shoes with heels higher than 2”.
February 8, 2010 FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in the chorus room 65. 11th and 12th grade students who receive free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and the SAT. If you have exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help. FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library. The mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in. Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results. Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors. This is a scholarship for one free summer class. Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for admission to NWSCC. Call 331-5364 for further assistance. Sylvan Learning Center will be offering a free ACT Practice Test on February 15 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Register by calling 760-0330 or e-mailing sylvanflorence@yahoo.com Northwest Shoals Community College will host a College Financial Aid Night for high school seniors and their parents on Tuesday, February 23, at 6:30 p.m., Bldg 127, rooms 112-114. Bring your completed 2008 and 2009 Federal Income Taxes for assistance. You do not have to be planning to attend NWSCC in the fall to attend the workshop. See Ms. Dudley for more information. Syracuse University in New York has 10 full rides for African American Men & Women interested in studying architecture. Mark Robbins, Dean of Syracuse University’s School of Architecture, is desperately seeking young men and women of color interested in pursuing a 5-year professional degree in architecture. Call 315-443-2256. Yearbook orders will be accepted through February 26. Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the cover is an additional $5. Order forms are available in the school office. Yearbooks may also be ordered online at www.yearbookforever.com . Credit and debit card purchases are accepted through this website. The varsity cheerleaders are selling $1 raffle tickets for a Valentine’s Day Date. The winner will receive a $50 Dale’s Restaurant gift certificate and a balloon bouquet from Something Ele’Gant. The winner will be announced on Wednesday, February 10! See a cheerleader to purchase a ticket. Preview and Scholarship Day at Judson College is February 27. This date is also the applications for admissions due date. Go to www.judson.edu . All high school juniors and seniors are invited to attend Erskine Experience, an overnight visitation event, on February 14-15. Also, February 15 is the priority application deadline for Erskine College. Go to www.erskine.edu or call 864-379-8838. Engineering Day at Auburn University is Fri., Feb. 26, at 8:00 a.m. For registering info, email karcher@auburn.edu or beitzbt@auburn.edu . Maps & registration cards are also available in guidance. The very last day for students to apply for NWSCC Career/Tech Scholarships is February 26. NO EXCEPTIONS. See Ms. Dudley. School fees should show on your interim report. For a detailed list of fees, please see Mrs. Reeves or Mrs. Guzman in bookkeeping. Red Cross meeting – Wednesday, February 10, after school in Mrs. Boddie’s room 48. All members are encouraged to attend. Spring activities will be discussed. Seniors will be selling Valentine grams in the commons during lunch today and Tuesday. Writing Center tutors: Plan to meet in the library after school Thursday, February 11. Dr. Koch and Dr. Lutchow will be with us. This is a mandatory meeting. Let Mrs. Rikard know immediately if you have a conflict. Students, please remember to take advantage of free tutoring for your writing in the Writing Center. You may go to the library during your lunch period to be tutored by students who have been trained to help you. You may ask your teacher for a referral or you may just show up. New Announcements Congratulations to Mr. Jerry Foster, Staff Member of the Month. He was nominated by Shejuti Paul. ASMA Contest will be held this Thursday, February 11, at 7:10 a.m. in the math wing. Specification: Pants must fit at the natural waist (above the hips) and not touch the floor. Items NOT Allowed: Head coverings inside school facilities.
February 5, 2010 FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in the chorus room 65. 11th and 12th grade students who receive free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and the SAT. If you have exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help. FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library. The mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in. Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results. Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors. This is a scholarship for one free summer class. Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for admission to NWSCC. Call 331-5364 for further assistance. Sylvan Learning Center will be offering a free ACT Practice Test on February 15 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Register by calling 760-0330 or e-mailing sylvanflorence@yahoo.com Northwest Shoals Community College will host a College Financial Aid Night for high school seniors and their parents on Tuesday, February 23, at 6:30 p.m., Bldg 127, rooms 112-114. Bring your completed 2008 and 2009 Federal Income Taxes for assistance. You do not have to be planning to attend NWSCC in the fall to attend the workshop. See Ms. Dudley for more information. Syracuse University in New York has 10 full rides for African American Men & Women interested in studying architecture. Mark Robbins, Dean of Syracuse University’s School of Architecture, is desperately seeking young men and women of color interested in pursuing a 5-year professional degree in architecture. Call 315-443-2256. Yearbook orders will be accepted through February 26. Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the cover is an additional $5. Order forms are available in the school office. Yearbooks may also be ordered online at www.yearbookforever.com . Credit and debit card purchases are accepted through this website. Today is the last day for any Student Council member who wants a t-shirt to go by Ms. Oliver’s room and place your order. The varsity cheerleaders are selling $1 raffle tickets for a Valentine’s Day Date. The winner will receive a $50 Dale’s Restaurant gift certificate and a balloon bouquet from Something Ele’Gant. The winner will be announced on Wednesday, February 10! See a cheerleader to purchase a ticket. Math help is now available! See the bulletin boards, Ms. Lovelace, or Mrs. Willingham for more information. Parents who want more information can email Ms. Lovelace at llovelace@fcs.k12.al.us or Mrs. Willingham at jwillingham@fcs.k12.al.us . Preview and Scholarship Day at Judson College is February 27. This date is also the applications for admissions due date. Go to www.judson.edu . All high school juniors and seniors are invited to attend Erskine Experience, an overnight visitation event, on February 14-15. Also, February 15 is the priority application deadline for Erskine College. Go to www.erskine.edu or call 864-379-8838. Engineering Day at Auburn University is Fri., Feb. 26, at 8:00 a.m. For registering info, email karcher@auburn.edu or beitzbt@auburn.edu . Maps & registration cards are also available in guidance. The very last day for students to apply for NWSCC Career/Tech Scholarships is February 26. NO EXCEPTIONS. See Ms. Dudley. School fees should show on your interim report. For a detailed list of fees, please see Mrs. Reeves or Mrs. Guzman in bookkeeping. Red Cross meeting – Wednesday, February 10, after school in Mrs. Boddie’s room 48. All members are encouraged to attend. Spring activities will be discussed. Seniors will be selling Valentine grams in the commons during lunch today, Mon., and Tues. New Announcements Congratulations to Student of the Week, Monica Tellez! Monica was nominated by Mrs. Guzman. Writing Center tutors: Plan to meet in the library after school Thursday, February 11. Dr. Koch and Dr. Lutchow will be with us. This is a mandatory meeting. Let Mrs. Rikard know immediately if you have a conflict. Students, please remember to take advantage of free tutoring for your writing in the Writing Center. You may go to the library during your lunch period to be tutored by students who have been trained to help you. You may ask your teacher for a referral or you may just show up. Specification: Pants must fit at the natural waist (above the hips) and not touch the floor. Items NOT Allowed: Head coverings inside school facilities.
February 4, 2010 FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in the chorus room 65. 11th and 12th grade students who receive free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and the SAT. If you have exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help. FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library. The mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in. Seniors, see Mrs. Riser for results. Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors. This is a scholarship for one free summer class. Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for admission to NWSCC. Call 331-5364 for further assistance. Sylvan Learning Center will be offering a free ACT Practice Test on February 15 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Results will be mailed along with a package of information about the ACT and an interpretation of scores. Register by calling 760-0330 or e-mailing sylvanflorence@yahoo.com Northwest Shoals Community College will host a College Financial Aid Night for high school seniors and their parents on Tuesday, February 23, at 6:30 p.m., Bldg 127, rooms 112-114. Bring your completed 2008 and 2009 Federal Income Taxes for assistance. You do not have to be planning to attend NWSCC in the fall to attend the workshop. See Ms. Dudley for more information. Syracuse University in New York has 10 full rides for African American Men & Women interested in studying architecture. Mark Robbins, Dean of Syracuse University’s School of Architecture, is desperately seeking young men and women of color interested in pursuing a 5-year professional degree in architecture. Call 315-443-2256. Yearbook orders will be accepted through February 26. Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the cover is an additional $5. Order forms are available in the school office. Yearbooks may also be ordered online at www.yearbookforever.com . Credit and debit card purchases are accepted through this website. Any Student Council member who wants to order a t-shirt needs to go by Ms. Oliver’s room by tomorrow, February 5. The varsity cheerleaders are selling $1 raffle tickets for a Valentine’s Day Date. The winner will receive a $50 Dale’s Restaurant gift certificate and a balloon bouquet from Something Ele’Gant. The winner will be announced on Wednesday, February 10! See a cheerleader to purchase a ticket. Math help is now available! See the bulletin boards, Ms. Lovelace, or Mrs. Willingham for more information. Parents who want more information can email Ms. Lovelace at llovelace@fcs.k12.al.us or Mrs. Willingham at jwillingham@fcs.k12.al.us . MANDATORY MEETING FOR ALL SADD MEMBERS - The meeting will be Friday morning, February 5, at 7:15 in the chorus room 65. No show – no participation in upcoming events. Thanks to all who gave to help Haiti! FHS raised over $230 to be donated to the American Red Cross. The Science Club appreciates your generosity. Preview and Scholarship Day at Judson College is February 27. This date is also the applications for admissions due date. Go to www.judson.edu . All high school juniors and seniors are invited to attend Erskine Experience, an overnight visitation event, on February 14-15. Also, February 15 is the priority application deadline for Erskine College. Go to www.erskine.edu or call 864-379-8838. Engineering Day at Auburn University is Friday, February 26, at 8:00 a.m. For information on registering, email karcher@auburn.edu or beitzbt@auburn.edu . Maps & registration cards are also available in guidance. New Announcements The very last day for students to apply for NWSCC Career/Tech Scholarships is February 26. NO EXCEPTIONS. See Ms. Dudley. School fees should show on your interim report. For a detailed list of fees, please see Mrs. Reeves or Mrs. Guzman in bookkeeping. Red Cross meeting – Wednesday, February 10, after school in Mrs. Boddie’s room 48. All members are encouraged to attend. Spring activities will be discussed. Seniors will be selling Valentine grams in the commons during the three lunch periods beginning today, February 4, 5, 8, and 9.
Specification: Pants must fit at the natural waist (above the hips) and not touch the floor. Items NOT Allowed: Head coverings inside school facilities.
February 3, 2010 FCA/First Priority meet every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m. in the chorus room 65. 11th and 12th grade students who receive free or reduced lunch are eligible for two fee waivers for the ACT and the SAT. If you have exhausted your two fee waivers, see Mrs. Riser for additional help. FHS Student Council meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month at 3:15 in the library. The mid-year (December 2009) AHSGE results are in. Seniors who took the test may see Mrs. Riser in guidance for their results. Northwest Shoals Community College is offering the Summer Jump Start Program for 2010 graduating seniors. This is a scholarship for one free summer class. Apply on-line for the 2009-2010 FAFSA and apply for admission to NWSCC. Call 331-5364 for further assistance. Sylvan Learning Center will be offering a free ACT Practice Test on February 15 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Results will be mailed along with a package of information about the ACT and an interpretation of scores. Register by calling 760-0330 or e-mailing sylvanflorence@yahoo.com Northwest Shoals Community College will host a College Financial Aid Night for high school seniors and their parents on Tuesday, February 23, at 6:30 p.m., Bldg 127, rooms 112-114. Bring your completed 2008 and 2009 Federal Income Taxes for assistance. You do not have to be planning to attend NWSCC in the fall to attend the workshop. See Ms. Dudley for more information. Syracuse University in New York has 10 full rides for African American Men & Women interested in studying architecture. Mark Robbins, Dean of Syracuse University’s School of Architecture, is desperately seeking young men and women of color interested in pursuing a 5-year professional degree in architecture. Call 315-443-2256. Yearbook orders will be accepted through February 26. Yearbooks are $65 each, and personalized name stamping on the cover is an additional $5. Order forms are available in the school office. Yearbooks may also be ordered online at www.yearbookforever.com . Credit and debit card purchases are accepted through this website. Any Student Council member who wants to order a t-shirt needs to go by Ms. Oliver’s room by Friday, February 5. The varsity cheerleaders are selling $1 raffle tickets for a Valentine’s Day Date. The winner will receive a $50 Dale’s Restaurant gift certificate and a balloon bouquet from Something Ele’Gant. The winner will be announced on Wednesday, February 10! See a cheerleader to purchase a ticket. There will be a mandatory Key Club meeting tomorrow, February 4, at 7:20 a.m. in the library. Pancake Day tickets will be issued to members. Math help is now available! See the bulletin boards, Ms. Lovelace, or Mrs. Willingham for more information. Parents who want more information can email Ms. Lovelace at llovelace@fcs.k12.al.us or Mrs. Willingham at jwillingham@fcs.k12.al.us . MANDATORY MEETING FOR ALL SADD MEMBERS - The meeting will be Friday morning, February 5, at 7:15 in the chorus room 65. No show – no participation in upcoming events. Thanks to all who gave to help Haiti! FHS raised over $230 to be donated to the American Red Cross. The Science Club appreciates your generosity. Preview and Scholarship Day at Judson College is February 27. This date is also the applications for admissions due date. Go to www.judson.edu . All high school juniors and seniors are invited to attend Erskine Experience, an overnight visitation event, on February 14-15. Also, February 15 is the priority application deadline for Erskine College. Go to www.erskine.edu or call 864-379-8838. New Announcement Engineering Day at Auburn University is Friday, February 26, at 8:00 a.m. For information on registering, email karcher@auburn.edu or beitzbt@auburn.edu . Maps & registration cards are also available in guidance. Specification: All buttoned shirts must be appropriately buttoned. Items NOT Allowed: Clothing with holes, slits, patches, or cuts.
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