Friday, March 5, 2010 Interesting Fact:

LUNCH: Mac and Cheese Ham Slice

*The Jostens representative will be here on Monday, March 8^th during lunch periods to take class ring orders. Parent night has been set for Monday night, March 8^th from 4:00-7:00 p.m.

*Tuesday, March 9th make plans to attend the Renaissance Club meeting right after school in Mr. Potter's M-6!

*Congratulations to Courtneigh Bumgardner on her acceptance to UNC-Greensboro!

*Congratulations to Kala Vestal on her acceptance to Appalachian State University!

*Are you interested in exploring a career in teaching by Peer Tutoring with the Exceptional Children classes? Students will tutor peers in academics and teach learning strategies. If you are interested, please see your guidance counselor or Jerri Tate to get an application.

*FBLA: Our next meeting is Tuesday, March 9th in the cafeteria. We need all members present to sign up for a time slot during lunch for our March of Dimes project. For those of you who have not participated lately, this is your chance.

*Any rising 11th or 12th grader that is interested in registering for PEPI next year will need to get an application outside of Coach Butler's office on the PE hall. Please complete application and turn in to Coach Butler by Thursday, April 1st.

*Communities In Schools is currently taking applications for volunteers to participate in our Teen Court program. Volunteer opportunities include jury member, attorneys, and clerk of courts. For more information please contact Laura Mitchell at Communities In Schools at 704-480-5570. Applications can be picked up in the main office.

*RENAISSANCE: As promised, those of you who sold at least 6 BBQ plates during the fundraiser for Renaissance will receive a pizza party in the Cafe', Tuesday, March 9th during your lunch. A list of those students who sold at least 6 plates can be found in the Renaissance link on the KMHS Webpage! Check it often so that you don't miss out on any incentive! See you Tuesday, March 9th!

*Junior and Senior girls: Check out the bulletin board outside the office for examples of unacceptable prom dresses. Please dress appropriately for this special night.

*JUNIORS: This Friday, March 5th is the last day to register for the Sat., April 10th ACT test to be given here at KMHS. The June 12th ACT test will not be given at KMHS, only at Gaston College and Crest High School. If you want Mrs. Bell to mail your ACT registration, you need to bring that paperwork to her by Friday, March 5th at 9:30am!

*FOR GIRLS ONLY! Hey girls, we need to have a GIRL TALK! Let’s hang out and talk about the issues that are important to us. We will meet in Ms. Scott’s room (Freshman Academy Room 2200) Friday, March 5, 2010 from 3:30-4:15. Hope to see you there!

*Are you interested in learning about young children?  Have you always had an interest in Child Development?  Then think about enrolling in the Early Childhood Education Program offered through Cleveland Community College! 

*AMBASSADORS: READ your email this week.

*Seniors - if you have not ordered a cap and gown, orders forms are available in Room 104.

*If you are interested in teaching 4^th and 6^th graders how to swim, see Mrs. Grant or one of the counselors for a swim assistant application. Forms are also available outside Mrs. Grant’s door. You will become lifeguard, first aid, CPR, and AED certified.

*Calling all future teachers!  Are you interested in finding out more about the teaching profession?  Do you have a passion for helping others?  Then Cleveland Community College's Foundations of Education Program may just be for you! Stop by Mrs. Bell's office to receive further information and an application!  "To teach is to touch a life forever..."

*Auditions for Symphonic Chorale for the 2010-2011 school year will take place on March 8-10 from 3:30 to 5:00 in the Chorus room. Come by to sign up for an audition time slot. Any student who is interested in furthering their musical knowledge by singing high quality choral repertoire needs to audition. You must meet ALL audition requirements plus turn in a completed application form in order to be considered for a spot. See Mrs. Fulton before signing up for an audition time.

*Auditions for Kings Revue for the 2010-2011 school year will be held on March 11 and 12 from 4:00 to 6:00 in the Chorus room. Any student who is interested in singing pop, broadway, and popular music which incorporates choreography should audition. Students should be strong solo singers and have a desire to perform for the school and throughout the community. You must meet all audition requirement plus turn in a completed application form in order to be considered for a spot. See Mrs. Fulton before signing up for an audition time.

*The Code Teen program for current 9th-12th graders gives participants better insight and hands-on activities regarding healthcare career paths. Applications are now available from your school counselor. Students who participated last year or in year's past must also re-apply if they want to participate again this summer. The curriculum will be much the same as last summer as well. Applications are due back to the school counselor by Thursday, March 25th.

*SOPHOMORES ONLY: The SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow's Endeavors) program at NC State University offers an action-packed five-day educational retreat to selected sophomores from North Carolina. This year it will take place from Saturday, May 15th-Wednesday, May 19th. The cost to students is $25 plus transportation to and from the program. Paper applications are available in Mrs. Bells office Applications must be postmarked by March 12th, 2010.