Thursday, January 07, 2010

Attention Seniors: This is a reminder to submit your declaration of interest for Senior Project online by January 15. Please see Mrs. Hecker or Mrs. Ritschel with any questions.

Congratulations to Jake Thorn! Jake scored a perfect ten on the first meet of the AB Calculus Continental Mathematics League competition. Other students contributing to RRHS's score for the first of four meets of this national math competition include: Imelda Mahmutaj, Enio Dajko, Tim Gibbons, Bruno Nuro, Joe Hanigosky, and Spencer Datko.

Wednesday, January 06, 2010

Attention Driftwood members: We will meet next Wednesday, January 13, in Mrs. Voight's room during seminar. If you cannot make it, please stop by after school.

Today is the 911 Driving School grand opening. This is the first instructional driving school operated and managed by local police officers. Every student is taught by a local police officer in the classroom and in the car! 911 Driving School is located on Detroit Road.

Men must register with Selective Service within 30 days of their eighteenth birthday. It is their obligation and the law. Registration takes only a few minutes online at www.sss.gov, or a registration form can be picked up at the local post office. Please note, once you register you stay eligible for programs and benefits connected to registration, such as college loans and grants, federal jobs and job training, etc. Please see Mrs. Urbin in the Guidance Office with any questions.

Tuesday, January 05, 2010

If you love your biology or chemistry labs and have ever thought about becoming a medical lab technologist, there will be a career program for you in the Distance Learning Lab during second period on Thursday January 7. Come find out what this career entails and sign up outside of room 200.

It's not too early to start thinking about the talent show which will be on Thursday, February 11. If you would like to participate in this year's show, you must present your act on Tuesday, February 5 for approval and to be placed in the show. Acts in the past have ranged from singing, to dancing, to karate, to comedy, so no talent is off-limits. See Mrs. Garver with any questions.

Attention Spanish Club: There are still lots of tee-shirts for sale for just $7! See Senorita Barkin if you would like to purchase one. There is still Spanish tutoring in Senorita Barkin's room on Thursday mornings at 7:15. Tutors can earn service hours and tutorees can get extra help in preparation for the coming midterms. Please let Senorita Barkin know on Wednesdays if you plan on attending!

Attention Key Club Members: There will be a meeting on Thursday at 7:30am in the study hall room. There will be bagels.

Attention Speech & Debate: there will be a mandatory meeting tomorrow from 3:15-3:30 in Mr. Moeller's room. Please be on time. Also, the bus for Beachwood High School this Saturday leaves RRHS at 7:15am.

Attention Seniors: Please check the list of names posted in the Guidance Office. This is how your name will appear on your diploma. If any corrections/changes need to be made or if your name is not on the list please see Ms. Kissell in the main office immediately. Thank you.

Attention Students: The Driftwood Nightmares and Dreamscapes contest has been extended until January 22.

Kiss Me, Kate! auditions begin tomorrow. Please make sure to sign up for audition times for vocals and acting in Mrs. Garver's room. Everyone will come together for the dance audition on Friday.

The members of the boys tennis team will meet at 3:15pm in the cafeteria tomorrow. Practice teams will be discussed.

The hockey team will be selling 2010 calendars next week for $12. You may also preorder one this week during lunch periods and at hockey games or by asking any hockey team member. Proceeds from the calendar sales will be benefit this year's Relay for Life.

Attention Seniors: ESA Foundation Scholarship Applications are now available. Criteria for application is as follows: a minimum GPA of 3.00 OR a minimum score of 22 on the ACT and 1030 Critical Reading and Math on the SAT. Selection criteria include character, leadership, service, financial need, scholarship ability, and/or special criteria established by the donor. Additional information is available in the Guidance Office's Scholarship File under the February 1 deadline section.

Attention Seniors: The Best Buy scholarship applications are available online at www.bestbuy.com/scholarships or www.at15.com. Students need solid grades and involvement in community service or work experience.

Attention senior women interested in a chemistry major: The Flourine chapter of Iota Sigma Pi is pleased to announce the BP Scholarship for young women who demonstrate exceptional promise as future scientists. The BP scholarship will be awarded on the basis of scholastic achievement, participation in scientific activities, and community service. Although standardized test scores and transcripts will be considered, they are above all looking for a demonstrated commitment to science. Award recipients will receive an initial $1000 cash award and recognition. An additional $1000 will be given the second year based on demonstration of continuation as a science major in an Ohio university and maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or better. Additional information is available in the Guidance Office's Scholarship File under the March 1 deadline section.