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FHS Morning Announcements

May 19, 2008

TEACHERS: PLEASE REMEMBER FACULTY MEETING THIS AFTERNOON IN THE LIBRARY IMMEDIATELY AFTER SCHOOL.

All track team members: Turn in your uniform to Coach Bruce IMMEDIATELY.

SENIORS: See Mrs. Fran Michael in the cafeteria as soon as possible about money in your account.

SENIORS: ALL FEES MUST BE PAID IN ORDER FOR YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PICNIC, AWARDS NIGHT, AND GRADUATION.

Teachers & students: Please remember to bring items for the care packages for our troops. Turn in items to your first period teacher. Let’s work together to make something special for our troops.

Girls’ Varsity and JV basketball tryouts - Today, May 19, and Tuesday, May 20, in the Dome.

Guidance has information concerning employment for students with Walgreen’s Call Center-High School Student Summer Employment and with Lyons Employment Service. Check with a counselor if you are interested.

RED CROSS: Join Red Cross Club for the 2008-2009 school year. Officers for 2008-2009 will be elected at the next meeting on Wednesday, May 21, at 3:05 p.m. in Mrs. Boddie’s room 48.

The last Multicultural Club meeting of 2007-2008 will be Wednesday, May 21, in room 4 at 3:15 p.m. Please bring snacks to share.

May 16, 2008

Congratulations to Jacob Chunn, Student of the Week. Jacob was nominated by Mrs. Webb.

All track team members: Turn in your uniform to Coach Bruce IMMEDIATELY.

SENIORS: See Mrs. Fran Michael in the cafeteria as soon as possible about money in your account.

SENIORS: ALL FEES MUST BE PAID IN ORDER FOR YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PICNIC, AWARDS NIGHT, AND GRADUATION.

Teachers & students: Please remember to bring items for the care packages for our troops. Turn in items to your first period teacher. Let’s work together to make something special for our troops.

Girls’ Varsity and JV basketball tryouts - Monday, May 19, and Tuesday, May 20, in the Dome.

Ladies: A “powder puff” automotive course will be offered June 16-19 from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m. For more details, see Mr. Carson or Guidance.

ATTENTION: Any middle or high school student planning on playing any sport next year (guys & girls) can get a FREE physical at UNA’s Flowers Hall tomorrow, May 17. Please note that the FHS Color Guard, Dance Line, and Majorettes may also take the physical exam and should see Mr. Bradley for your form. The time set aside for Florence High School is 8:00 a.m. You must bring a physical form with you when you come, which you can get in the main office or from your head coach. Have the medical history side filled out and signed by a parent or legal guardian. It is very important that you come at our scheduled time; otherwise, you may not be able to be seen. Even if you have had a physical recently, going to UNA should keep you from having to get another sports physical until May 17, 2009. Check with the coach of the sport you are planning on playing next year for more information. No one will be seen after 11:00 a.m.

Northwest Alabama Junior Miss Scholarship Program – May 17 – Get acquainted orientation meeting – Additional info – Call Susan Hargett at 710-9239/331-0005 or dshargett@aol.com and/or www.ajm.org

RED CROSS: Join Red Cross Club for the 2008-2009 school year. Officers for 2008-2009 will be elected at the next meeting on Wednesday, May 21, at 3:05 p.m. in Mrs. Boddie’s room 48.

The last Multicultural Club meeting of 2007-2008 will be Wednesday, May 21, in room 4 at 3:15 p.m. Please bring snacks to share.

May 15, 2008

Congratulations to Jacob Chunn, Student of the Week. Jacob was nominated by Mrs. Webb.

If you have been chosen Student of the Week and received a voucher for the Falcon’s Nest, you need to redeem it today, May 15. The last time the nest will be open is today from 10:30 a.m. until 1:15 p.m.

All track team members: Turn in your uniform to Coach Bruce IMMEDIATELY.

SENIORS: See Mrs. Fran Michael in the cafeteria as soon as possible about money in your account.

SENIORS: ALL FEES MUST BE PAID IN ORDER FOR YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PICNIC, AWARDS NIGHT, AND GRADUATION.

Teachers & students: Please remember to bring items for the care packages for our troops. Turn in items to your first period teacher. Let’s work together to make something special for our troops.

Girls’ Varsity and JV basketball tryouts - Monday, May 19, and Tuesday, May 20, in the Dome.

Ladies: A “powder puff” automotive course will be offered June 16-19 from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m. For more details, see Mr. Carson or Guidance.

ATTENTION: Any middle or high school student planning on playing any sport next year (guys & girls) can get a FREE physical at UNA’s Flowers Hall on the morning of Saturday, May 17. Please note that the FHS Color Guard, Dance Line, and Majorettes may also take the physical exam and should see Mr. Bradley for your form. The time set aside for Florence High School is 8:00 a.m. You must bring a physical form with you when you come, which you can get in the main office or from your head coach. Have the medical history side filled out and signed by a parent or legal guardian. It is very important that you come at our scheduled time; otherwise, you may not be able to be seen. Even if you have had a physical recently, going to UNA should keep you from having to get another sports physical until May 17, 2009. Check with the coach of the sport you are planning on playing next year for more information. No one will be seen after 11:00 a.m.

Prom court practice will be tomorrow, May 16, 10:00 a.m., at the coliseum.

Congratulations to Mary Locker for winning 1^st place in the state in the one-act play competition sponsored by the Alabama Shakespeare Festival.

The $200 uniform deposit for all 2008-2009 FHS majorettes, dance line, and color guard members is due TODAY, May 15.

RED CROSS: Join Red Cross Club for the 2008-2009 school year. Officers for 2008-2009 will be elected at the next meeting on Wednesday, May 21, at 3:05 p.m. in Mrs. Boddie’s room 48.

Congratulations to David Zickler of the Falcon golf team. David finished 3^rd at the state tournament shooting a terrific 2 under par 70 yesterday for a two-day total of one under par 143.

The last Multicultural Club meeting of 2007-2008 will be Wednesday, May 21, in room 4 at 3:15 p.m. Please bring snacks to share.

May 14, 2008

Congratulations to Jacob Chunn, Student of the Week. Jacob was nominated by Mrs. Webb.

If you have been chosen Student of the Week and received a voucher for the Falcon’s Nest, you need to redeem it on Thursday, May 15. The last time the nest will be open is Thursday, May 15, from 10:30 a.m. until 1:15 p.m.

All track team members: Turn in your uniform to Coach Bruce IMMEDIATELY.

SENIORS: See Mrs. Fran Michael in the cafeteria as soon as possible about money in your account.

SENIORS: ALL FEES MUST BE PAID IN ORDER FOR YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PICNIC, AWARDS NIGHT, AND GRADUATION.

Teachers & students: Please remember to bring items for the care packages for our troops. Turn in items to your first period teacher. Let’s work together to make something special for our troops.

Girls’ Varsity and JV basketball tryouts - Monday, May 19, and Tuesday, May 20, in the Dome.

Ladies: A “powder puff” automotive course will be offered June 16-19 from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m. For more details, see Mr. Carson or Guidance.

ATTENTION: Any middle or high school student planning on playing any sport next year (guys & girls) can get a FREE physical at UNA’s Flowers Hall on the morning of Saturday, May 17. Please note that the FHS Color Guard, Dance Line, and Majorettes may also take the physical exam and should see Mr. Bradley for your form. The time set aside for Florence High School is 8:00 a.m. You must bring a physical form with you when you come, which you can get in the main office or from your head coach. Have the medical history side filled out and signed by a parent or legal guardian. It is very important that you come at our scheduled time; otherwise, you may not be able to be seen. Even if you have had a physical recently, going to UNA should keep you from having to get another sports physical until May 17, 2009. Check with the coach of the sport you are planning on playing next year for more information. No one will be seen after 11:00 a.m.

JV & Varsity Boys’ Basketball – Tryouts for JV & Varsity boys’ basketball will begin TODAY, May 14, at 3:30 p.m. in the Dome.

All library books are to be returned by 3:05 p.m. TODAY, May 14.

Prom court practice will be at 10:00 a.m., May 16, at the coliseum.

Congratulations to Mary Locker for winning 1^st place in the state in the one-act play competition sponsored by the Alabama Shakespeare Festival.

Prom Court members must pick up a permission form from Ms. Vaughn ASAP.

The $200 uniform deposit for all 2008-2009 FHS majorettes, dance line, and color guard members is due TOMORROW, May 15.

RED CROSS: Join Red Cross Club for the 2008-2009 school year. Officers for 2008-2009 will be elected at the next meeting on Wednesday, May 21, at 3:05 p.m. in Mrs. Boddie’s room 48.

Congratulations to David Zickler of the Falcon golf team. David finished 3^rd at the state tournament shooting a terrific 2 under par 70 yesterday for a two-day total of one under par 143.

May 13, 2008

Congratulations to Jacob Chunn, Student of the Week. Jacob was nominated by Mrs. Webb.

If you have been chosen Student of the Week and still have your Falcons’ Nest voucher, please visit the Falcon’s Nest and purchase your merchandise this week.

All track team members: Turn in your uniform to Coach Bruce IMMEDIATELY.

SENIORS: See Mrs. Fran Michael in the cafeteria as soon as possible about money in your account.

SENIORS: ALL FEES MUST BE PAID IN ORDER FOR YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PICNIC, AWARDS NIGHT, AND GRADUATION.

Teachers & students: Please remember to bring items for the care packages for our troops. Turn in items to your first period teacher. Let’s work together to make something special for our troops.

Girls’ Varsity and JV basketball tryouts - Monday, May 19, and Tuesday, May 20, in the Dome.

Ladies: A “powder puff” automotive course will be offered June 16-19 from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m. For more details, see Mr. Carson or Guidance.

ATTENTION: Any middle or high school student planning on playing any sport next year (guys & girls) can get a FREE physical at UNA’s Flowers Hall on the morning of Saturday, May 17. Please note that the FHS Color Guard, Dance Line, and Majorettes may also take the physical exam and should see Mr. Bradley for your form. The time set aside for Florence High School is 8:00 a.m. You must bring a physical form with you when you come, which you can get in the main office or from your head coach. Have the medical history side filled out and signed by a parent or legal guardian. It is very important that you come at our scheduled time; otherwise, you may not be able to be seen. Even if you have had a physical recently, going to UNA should keep you from having to get another sports physical until May 17, 2009. Check with the coach of the sport you are planning on playing next year for more information. No one will be seen after 11:00 a.m.

JV & Varsity Boys’ Basketball – Tryouts for JV & Varsity boys’ basketball will begin TOMORROW, May 14, at 3:30 p.m. in the Dome.

SkillsUSA – Students who are interested in being a school-wide officer for the 2008-2009 school year need to see Mr. Carson in room 24 for an application.

All library books are to be returned by TOMORROW, May 14.

SENIORS: Picnic permission forms are due to Mrs. Willingham or Mrs. Vaughn today, May 13, by 3:00.

Prom court practice will be at 10:00 a.m., May 16, at the coliseum.

Mu Alpha Theta Induction will be today, May 13, at 3:15 p.m. in the library. Please bring all food items to Mrs. Griffith or Mrs. Barnett by 8^th period today.

Senior Mu Alpha Theta members need to see Mrs. Griffith about graduation cords ASAP. Cords will be given out at the Induction ceremony today.

Student Council members who signed up to bring food for the breakfast Wednesday morning, please have your food in the English workroom by 7:30 a.m.

Congratulations to Mary Locker for winning 1^st place in the state in the one-act play competition sponsored by the Alabama Shakespeare Festival.

Prom Court members must pick up a permission form from Ms. Vaughn ASAP.

The $200 uniform deposit for all 2008-2009 FHS majorettes, dance line, and color guard members is due Thursday, May 15.

May 12, 2008

Congratulations to Jacob Chunn, Student of the Week. Jacob was nominated by Mrs. Webb.

If you have been chosen Student of the Week and still have your Falcons’ Nest voucher, please visit the Falcon’s Nest and purchase your merchandise this week.

Mr. Bradley needs to see all of this year’s (2007-08) majorettes, flags, and dance line today at the beginning of 7^th period for a very short meeting.

All track team members: Turn in your uniform to Coach Bruce IMMEDIATELY.

SENIORS: See Mrs. Fran Michael in the cafeteria as soon as possible about money in your account.

SENIORS: ALL FEES MUST BE PAID IN ORDER FOR YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PICNIC, AWARDS NIGHT, AND GRADUATION.

SENIORS: All transcript fees must be paid or your final transcript will not be mailed. Please pay transcript fees in the Guidance office by today, May 12.

Teachers & students: Please remember to bring items for the care packages for our troops. Turn in items to your first period teacher. Let’s work together to make something special for our troops.

Girls’ Varsity and JV basketball tryouts - Monday, May 19, and Tuesday, May 20, in the Dome.

Ladies: A “powder puff” automotive course will be offered June 16-19 from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m. For more details, see Mr. Carson or Guidance.

ATTENTION: Any middle or high school student planning on playing any sport next year (guys & girls) can get a FREE physical at UNA’s Flowers Hall on the morning of Saturday, May 17. Please note that the FHS Color Guard, Dance Line, and Majorettes may also take the physical exam and should see Mr. Bradley for your form. The time set aside for Florence High School is 8:00 a.m. You must bring a physical form with you when you come, which you can get in the main office or from your head coach. Have the medical history side filled out and signed by a parent or legal guardian. It is very important that you come at our scheduled time; otherwise, you may not be able to be seen. Even if you have had a physical recently, going to UNA should keep you from having to get another sports physical until May 17, 2009. Check with the coach of the sport you are planning on playing next year for more information. No one will be seen after 11:00 a.m.

JV & Varsity Boys’ Basketball – Tryouts for JV & Varsity boys’ basketball will begin on Wednesday, May 14, at 3:30 p.m. in the Dome.

SkillsUSA – Students who are interested in being a school-wide officer for the 2008-2009 school year need to see Mr. Carson in room 24 for an application.

All library books are to be returned by May 14.

SENIORS: Picnic permission forms are due to Mrs. Willingham or Mrs. Vaughn by Tuesday, May 13, at 3:00 p.m.

Prom court practice will be at 10:00 a.m., May 16, at the coliseum.

Mu Alpha Theta Induction will be Tuesday, May 13, at 3:15 p.m. in the library. Please bring all food items to Mrs. Griffith or Mrs. Barnett by 8^th period Tuesday.

Senior Mu Alpha Theta members need to see Mrs. Griffith about graduation cords ASAP. Cords will be given out at the Induction ceremony Tuesday.

DRAMA: All drama students should turn in car wash fundraiser items and RSVP forms to Mr. Bryan no later than 1:15 p.m. today.

Student Council members who signed up to bring food for the breakfast Wednesday morning, please have your food in the English workroom by 7:30 a.m.

DRESS CODE

Specification: Tops & bottoms must be of different colors or different shades of same color.

Items NOT Allowed: Head coverings inside school facilities.

May 8, 2008

Congratulations to Kenya Thorne, this week’s Student of the Week. Kenya was nominated by Mrs. Freemon.

Congratulations to Officer Scott Dorroh, this month’s Staff Member of the Month. Officer Dorroh was nominated by Morgan Terry.

All track team members: Turn in your uniform to Coach Bruce IMMEDIATELY.

SENIORS: Please see Mrs. Fran Michael in the cafeteria as soon as possible about the money in your account.

SENIORS: ALL FEES MUST BE PAID IN ORDER FOR YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PICNIC, AWARDS NIGHT, AND GRADUATION.

SENIORS: All transcript fees must be paid or your final transcript will not be mailed. Please pay transcript fees in the Guidance office by May 12.

Attention Seniors who were inducted into the French National Honor Society, see Mrs. Lindley about graduation cords ASAP.

REMINDER: Tomorrow, May 9, is the last day to purchase prom tickets. Tickets are $55 each.

Teachers & students: Please remember to bring items for the care packages for our troops. Turn in items to your first period teacher. Let’s work together to make something special for our troops.

SENIORS: Any senior who would like to turn in a picture for the senior slide show may do so in the office or e-mail the pictures to Trent Willis at TrentW89@comcast.net

Girls’ Varsity and JV basketball tryouts will be on Monday, May 19, and Tuesday, May 20, in the Dome.

Ladies: A “powder puff” automotive course will be offered June 16-19 from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m. For more details, see Mr. Carson or Guidance.

ATTENTION: Any middle or high school student planning on playing any sport next year (guys & girls) can get a FREE physical at UNA’s Flowers Hall on the morning of Saturday, May 17. The time set aside for student athletes from Florence High School is 8:00 a.m. You must bring a physical form with you when you come, which you can get in the main office or from your head coach. Have the medical history side filled out and signed by a parent or legal guardian. It is very important that you come at our scheduled time; otherwise, you may not be able to be seen. Even if you have had a physical recently, going to UNA should keep you from having to get another sports physical until May 17, 2009. Check with the coach of the sport you are planning on playing next year for more information. No one will be seen after 11:00 a.m.

SPRING FOOTBALL GAME – Friday, May 9 – 6:00 p.m. – Braly Stadium – Florence Falcons vs Hamilton High School – Cost $5

JV & Varsity Boys’ Basketball – Tryouts for JV & Varsity boys’ basketball will begin on Wednesday, May 14, at 3:30 p.m. in the Dome.

Congratulations to David Zickler of the Florence Golf Team who shot 74 on Monday to qualify for the state tournament which will be held May 12-13 on the Fighting Joe Golf Course at RTJ – the Shoals.

SkillsUSA – Students who are interested in being a school-wide officer for the 2008-2009 school year need to see Mr. Carson in room 24 for an application.

Color Guard - There will be a meeting of next year’s FHS color guard today, May 8, at 3:30 p.m. in the band room to get sizes for uniform accessories.

Congratulations to the students who have been chosen to represent FHS at Boys and Girls State this summer.

Boys State Girls State

Taylor Duncan Ujunwa Anakwenze

Addison Osborn Lauren E. Henderson

Thaddeus Rowell

Jacob Weatherly

DRESS CODE

Specification: Belts must be appropriate length with unobtrusive buckle & be buckled.

Items NOT Allowed: Strapless, low-cut, see-through or sleeveless dresses, skirts, or tops.

May 6, 2008

Congratulations to Kenya Thorne, this week’s Student of the Week. Kenya was nominated by Mrs. Freemon.

Congratulations to Officer Scott Dorroh, this month’s Staff Member of the Month. Officer Dorroh was nominated by Morgan Terry.

SENIORS: Please see Mrs. Fran Michael in the cafeteria as soon as possible about the money in your account.

SENIORS: ALL FEES MUST BE PAID IN ORDER FOR YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PICNIC, AWARDS NIGHT, AND GRADUATION.

SENIORS: All transcript fees must be paid or your final transcript will not be mailed. Please pay transcript fees in the Guidance office by May 12.

LAST CALL FOR PROM T-SHIRTS! The order for prom t-shirts will be turned in to the printer by 12:00 today. If you want to order a shirt, see Mrs. Frawley or Mrs. Lewey in room 62 before the end of 4^th lunch today.

REMINDER: Prom tickets are $55 each through May 9, which will be the last day to purchase tickets.

The faculty/student basketball game will be today, May 6, during 7^th and 8^th periods. $1to attend.

Mr. Walker, the Jostens’ representative, will be here today, May 6, in the commons during lunch to deliver class rings to those who ordered one. Any student who wants to order a class ring may bring a $50 deposit and place your order with Mr. Walker today.

The Multicultural Club will feature a guest speaker from Jamaica tomorrow, May 7, at 3:15 p.m. in room 4. Everyone is welcome to attend.

SENIORS: Any senior who would like to turn in a picture for the senior slide show may do so in the office or e-mail the pictures to Trent Willis at TrentW89@comcast.net

Boys in grades 10-12 interested in trying out for basketball should go to the dome gym after school today, May 6, for a short meeting.

Girls’ Varsity and JV basketball tryouts will be on Monday, May 19, and Tuesday, May 20, in the Dome.

HOSA meeting will be today, May 6, after school in Mrs. Boddie’s room 48. Pictures will be taken. All members are asked to attend.

STUDENT COUNCIL: There will be a special Student Council meeting tomorrow, May 7, at 7:15 a.m. in the library.

Key Clubbers need to turn in Belk money to Mr. Brown ASAP!

There will be a meeting of all of next year’s “Big Blue” Falcon band majorettes, dance line, and color guard at the high school band room today, May 6, at 3:30 p.m. to discuss uniforms for next year.

GIRLS’ SOCCER: The girls’ soccer banquet will begin at 6:00 p.m. tonight at the First United Methodist Church.

Ladies: A “powder puff” automotive course will be offered June 16-19 from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m. For more details, see Mr. Carson or Guidance.

ATTENTION: Any middle or high school student planning on playing any sport next year (guys & girls) can get a FREE physical at UNA’s Flowers Hall on the morning of Saturday, May 17. The time set aside for student athletes from Florence High School is 8:00 a.m. You must bring a physical form with you when you come, which you can get in the main office or from your head coach. Have the medical history side filled out and signed by a parent or legal guardian. It is very important that you come at our scheduled time; otherwise, you may not be able to be seen. Even if you have had a physical recently, going to UNA should keep you from having to get another sports physical until May 17, 2009. Check with the coach of the sport you are planning on playing next year for more information. No one will be seen after 11:00 a.m.

DRESS CODE

Specification: All buttoned shirts must be appropriately buttoned.

Items NOT Allowed: Oversized clothing or clothing that is too tight.

May 5, 2008

Congratulations to Kenya Thorne, this week’s Student of the Week. Kenya was nominated by Mrs. Freemon.

Congratulations to Officer Scott Dorroh, this month’s Staff Member of the Month. Officer Dorroh was nominated by Morgan Terry.

’08-’09 Varsity Cheerleaders: Do not forget practice today and Wednesday until 4:30 p.m.

SENIORS: Please see Mrs. Fran Michael in the cafeteria as soon as possible about the money in your account.

SENIORS: ALL FEES MUST BE PAID IN ORDER FOR YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PICNIC, AWARDS NIGHT, AND GRADUATION.

FCA-First Priority-SADD – Meet every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. in chorus room (#65).

REMINDER: Prom tickets are $55 each through May 9, which will be the last day to purchase tickets.

Today, May 5, is the last day to order prom t-shirts. Cost is $12 each.

The faculty/student basketball game will be tomorrow, May 6, during 7^th and 8^th periods. The cost to attend is $1.

Mr. Walker, the Jostens’ representative, will be here tomorrow, May 6, in the commons during lunch to deliver class rings to those who ordered one. Any student who wants to order a class ring may bring a $50 deposit and place your order with Mr. Walker tomorrow.

TENNIS: All tennis players report to Coach Ashley’s room today at 8^th period.

The Multicultural Club will feature a guest speaker from Jamaica on Wednesday, May 7, at 3:15 p.m. in room 4. Everyone is welcome to attend.

SENIORS: Any senior who would like to turn in a picture for the senior slide show may do so in the office or e-mail the pictures to Trent Willis at TrentW89@comcast.net

Boys in grades 10-12 interested in trying out for basketball should go to the dome gym after school tomorrow, May 6, for a short meeting.

Girls’ Varsity and JV basketball tryouts will be on Monday, May 19, and Tuesday, May 20, in the Dome.

HOSA meeting will be tomorrow, May 6, after school in Mrs. Boddie’s room 48. Pictures will be taken. All members are asked to attend.

Teachers: Please excuse the boys’ golf team today, May 5, for North Sub-State Tournament. Team members are David Zickler, Andrew Rasch, Paul Wallace, Sean Bogran, and Andy Boughner. Thanks – Coach Dodd

STUDENT COUNCIL: There will be a special Student Council meeting Wednesday, May 7, at 7:15 in the library.

Key Clubbers need to turn in Belk money to Mr. Brown ASAP!

There will be a meeting of all of next year’s “Big Blue” Falcon band majorettes, dance line, and color guard at the high school band room tomorrow, May 6, at 3:30 p.m. to discuss uniforms for next year.

DRESS CODE

Specification: Tops & bottoms must be of different colors or different shades of same color.

Items NOT Allowed: Jewelry that poses a safety risk and/or a distraction to the educational process.

May 2, 2008

There were 132 Red Cross viable units of blood received here Wednesday. Thank you to all who participated. This was a huge effort, and it is greatly appreciated.

Congratulations to William Tipton, this week’s Student of the Week. He was nominated by Col. May.

Student of the Week this week will be chosen from Gotcha Cards. The prize will be two prom tickets. Turn your Gotcha Cards into the Student of the Week box in the main office.

SENIORS: Please see Mrs. Fran Michael in the cafeteria as soon as possible about the money in your account.

FCA-First Priority-SADD – Meet every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. in chorus room (#65).

REMINDER: Beginning today, May 2, through May 9, prom tickets are $55 each. May 9 will be the last day to purchase tickets.

Orders for prom t-shirts will be taken during lunch through Monday, May 5. Cost is $12 each.

Any SENIOR interested in playing in the student/faculty basketball game on Tuesday, May 6, MUST sign up in the main office to be approved. The sign up period ends today, May 2, at 3:00 p.m.

Mr. Walker, the Jostens’ representative, will be here next Tuesday, May 6, in the commons during lunch to deliver class rings to those who ordered one. Any student who wants to order a class ring may bring a $50 deposit and place your order with Mr. Walker next Tuesday.

The Multicultural Club will feature a guest speaker from Jamaica on Wednesday, May 7, at 3:15 p.m. in room 4. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Connection’ 08 Show Choir will present its annual production tonight, May 2, and Saturday, May 3, at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 4, at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $5 for students and $7 for adults.

Congratulations to all FHS choirs who received straight superior ratings at state choral competition.

Any senior who would like to turn in a picture for the senior slide show may do so in the office or e-mail the pictures to Trent Willis at TrentW89@comcast.net

Boys in grades 10-12 interested in trying out for basketball should go to the dome gym after school on Tuesday, May 6, for a short meeting.

Girls’ Varsity and JV basketball tryouts will be on Monday, May 19, and Tuesday, May 20, in the Dome.

HOSA meeting will be Tuesday, May 6, after school in Mrs. Boddie’s room 48. Pictures will be taken. All members are asked to attend.

Congratulations to Britney Green who won 3^rd place in the SkillsUSA State Competition – Promotional Bulletin Board.

Congratulations to Amit Patel, SkillsUSA winner 2^nd place – Electronics Technology.

Congratulations to the following students who are inners in the SkillsUSA State competition: Victoria Springer – 1^st place – Job Skills Demonstration; Lacey Willingham – 2^nd place – Nail Care; Hortensia Bulls – 2^nd place – Esthetics.

Congratulations to the Creative Writing students who are winners in the Rape Response Essay contest: Elizabeth Locker – 3^rd place; Kenya Thorne – Honorable Mention; and Carol Lee – Honorable Mention.

Congratulations to Creative Writing student Sean Connolly who won the Alabama State AUW Labor Essay contest. He is also the Louis A. Eckl Award recipient for excellence in journalistic writing.

Congratulations to the Creative Writing students who are finalists in the Young Southern Writers’ Project Playwriting competition: Emily Jones, Andy Husted, Mary Locker, and Ryan Groch. Their plays were selected from more than 800 entries. The students will attend an awards ceremony on May 10.

Congratulations to the following Creative Writing students who are winners in the Governor’s Committee Journalism contest: Emily Jones – 1^st place; Kenya Thorne – 3^rd place; Christie Connolly – 4^th place; and Raketa Johnson – 5^th place. They will attend a luncheon in Montgomery on May 8.

Teachers: Please excuse boys’ golf team Monday, May 5, for North Sub-State Tournament. Team members are David Zickler, Andrew Rasch, Paul Wallace, Sean Bogran, and Andy Boughner. Thanks – Coach Dodd

STUDENT COUNCIL: There will be a special Student Council meeting Wednesday, May 7, at 7:15 in the library.

Key Clubbers need to turn in Belk money to Mr. Brown ASAP!

Teachers: Please excuse the softball players today, May 2, at 11:40 a.m. for the area softball tournament at Sparkman. Check your e-mail for a list of softball players.

There will be a meeting of all of next year’s “Big Blue” Falcon band majorettes, dance line, and color guard at the high school band room next Tuesday, May 6, at 3:30 p.m. to discuss uniforms for next year.

DRESS CODE

Specification: Logos may be no larger than 2” by 3” except school logos.

Items NOT Allowed: House shoes or shoes with heels higher than 2”.

May 1, 2008

There were 132 Red Cross viable units of blood received here yesterday. Thank you to all who participated. This was a huge effort, and it is greatly appreciated.

Congratulations to William Tipton, this week’s Student of the Week. He was nominated by Col. May.

Student of the Week this week will be chosen from Gotcha Cards. The prize will be two prom tickets. Turn your Gotcha Cards into the Student of the Week box in the main office.

Congratulations to Mrs. Kanipe on being awarded Chemistry Teacher of the Year for the Wilson Dam section of the American Chemical Society which encompasses all of Northwest Alabama, Northeast Mississippi, and Southern Tennessee.

FCA-First Priority-SADD – Meet every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. in chorus room (#65).

REMINDER: Prom tickets are on sale during lunch through today, May 1, for $50 each. Beginning tomorrow, May 2, through May 9, tickets will be $55 each. May 9 will be the last day to purchase tickets.

Orders for prom t-shirts will be taken during lunch through Monday, May 5. Cost is $12 each.

DUAL ENROLLMENT: Deadline for summer dual enrollment is today, May 1. See Mrs. Witt for info.

Get your Belk’s Charity Day tickets from the Key Club. See Mr. Brown.

CLEAN SWEEP!!! FHS students take all 3 places on ACS chemistry test competition. They were awarded Certificates of Achievement, chemistry textbooks, and all three of the cash prizes. Congratulations to 1^st place – Stuart Bartmess, 2^nd place – Shao-Yu Chen, and 3^rd place – Courtney Leyde.

Any SENIOR interested in playing in the student/faculty basketball game on Tuesday, May 6, MUST sign up in the main office to be approved. The sign up period is now through Friday, May 2, at 3:00 p.m.

The Multicultural Club will feature a guest speaker from Jamaica on Wednesday, May 7, at 3:15 p.m. in room 4. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Connection’ 08 Show Choir will present its annual production this weekend, May 2 and 3 at 7:00 p.m. and May 4 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $5 for students and $7 for adults.

Congratulations to all FHS choirs who received straight superior ratings at state choral competition.

There will be a Mu Alpha Theta meeting today, May 1, at 3:10 p.m. in room 34 to plan the induction ceremony. This is for current members only.

Congratulations to the following students on their National Spanish Exam results: Stuart Bartmess placed 4^th in the State on the Level Three National Spanish Exam! National Awards for Level Three – Premio de Oro – Stuart Bartmess; Premio de Plata: - Mary Daniel; Premio de Bronce – Christie Connolly; Premios de Excelencia – Jency Wilson, Darius Frank, Anna Sarah Sandlin, Josh Oglesby, Carl Parasiliti, Kelsey Crown, and Cybil Geiss. National Awards for Level Four – Premio de Plata – Ujunwa Anakwenze; Premios de Excelencia – Aleigh Pons and Catie Scull.

Any senior who would like to turn in a picture for the senior slide show may do so in the office or e-mail the pictures to Trent Willis at TrentW89@comcast.net

Boys in grades 10-12 interested in trying out for basketball should go to the dome gym after school on Tuesday, May 6, for a short meeting.

HOSA meeting will be Tuesday, May 6, after school in Mrs. Boddie’s room 48. Pictures will be taken. All members are asked to attend.

Congratulations to Britney Green who won 3^rd place in the SkillsUSA State Competition – Promotional Bulletin Board.

Please excuse the softball players today, May 1, at 1:30 p.m. for the area softball tournament at Sparkman. Also, the softball players will be playing in the tournament on Friday. The time of dismissal on Friday will be determined Thursday night and will be e-mailed. Check your e-mail today for a list of players.

Congratulations to Creative Writing student Sean Connolly who won the Alabama State AUW Labor Essay contest. He is also the Louis A. Eckl Award recipient for excellence in journalistic writing.

DRESS CODE

Specification: Shorts, skorts, skirts, dresses, and jumpers must not be shorter than 2” above the knee.

Items NOT Allowed: Strapless, low-cut, see-through, or sleeveless dresses, skirts, or tops.