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FRHS E-News
September 18, 2007
Generally speaking the items listed in the weekly calendar
are taken from the morning announcements. Therefore if you are looking for
further details with regards to anything you see listed in the calendar your
best bet would be to go to the morning announcements page on the school's
webpage (http://www.franklinregional.k12.pa.us/highschool/morningannouncements.asp).
Looking ahead this week.....
(New or updated items in blue)
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
What's happening:
Key Club Rose Sale
Meetings:
American Red Cross, after
school, Foods Room
Fantasy/Creative Writing Club, after school, library
Peer Mediators, 2:20 PM, Counseling Center
Rotary Interact, immediately
after school, room 211
Rube Goldberg Machine Team,
2:30 PM, room 119
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
What's happening:
Key Club Rose Sale
Advance Student Ticket ($2) Sales
for Friday's Football Game, all day, athletic office
Westmoreland County School Counselor's
Association College Fair, 6:30 - 8:30
PM, WCCC Youngwood Campus
Meetings:
Boys Basketball Boosters, 7:00
PM, FRHS Library
Multicultural Eating Club,
after school, room 206
National
Honor Society Officers, after school, room 214
Student Council, 6:45 AM, room
221
Westmoreland Interscholastic Reading
Competition (WIRC), Library
Deadlines:
Freshman Class Officer applications
are due to Miss Pursglove in room 203.
Junior Class Officer applications
are due to Mrs. Trimnal in room 223
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
What's happening:
Key Club Rose Sale
Advance Student Ticket ($2) Sales
for Friday's Football Game, all day, athletic office
Student Council Blood Drive,
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Meetings:
Habitat for Humanity,
immediately after school, room 108
SADD, after school, Nurse's
Office
Young Writers and Poets Society,
immediately after school, room 224
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
What's happening:
Key Club Rose Sale
Advance Student Ticket ($2) Sales
for Friday's Football Game, until 1:00 PM, athletic office
Deadlines:
Regular Registration Deadline for
October 27th ACT
Last day to register for CIHS classes,
Counseling Center
Meetings:
GSA, room 119
School news....
(New or updated items' titles are
highlighted in blue)
MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS
The "Panther News Break" - the high school's morning
announcement show is now posted daily on the Franklin Regional Website. Go
to:
http://www.franklinregional.k12.pa.us/highschool/morningannouncements.asp
Click on the date to see the show for that day.
Monday's announcements included:
Blood Drive notice, Junior and Freshmen Class Officers
application deadlines, Homecoming Dance ticket info, SNAP picnic reminder,
National Honor Society volunteer request, Class Ring Sale info, Club
meetings scheduled this week and Counseling Center notices including college
visits scheduled this week and scholarship opportunities.
I strongly recommend you add this site to your favorites and
get in to the habit of checking it daily. That way you and your child
can always be informed about what is happening at school.
(ASB)
FYI - Please note that Counseling
Center's morning announcements are written up on the Counseling Corner
webpage. Go to:
http://www.franklinregional.k12.pa.us/highschool/counselingcorner.asp
(ASB)
ADVANCE TICKET SALES FOR THIS FRIDAY'S
FOOTBALL GAME
Discounted student tickets ($2) to this Friday's football
game will be sold in the Athletic Office all day Wednesday, Thursday and
until 1:00 PM on Friday. Student tickets at the gate will be $5.
(ASB)
LETTERMAN JACKETS
A representative from Sol's Sporting Goods will be here on
Monday, September 24, beginning at 10:00 a.m. to take orders for varsity
letterman jackets. There will be jackets available to try on for sizing
purposes. Any student interested in ordering should stop in the Athletic
Office during their study hall or lunch.
(Mr. Kessler, 9/17)
FYI - Any student-athlete/cheerleader/band
member who has lettered or is anticipating a letter during 2007/2008 may
order a jacket. The cost is in the ballpark of $175 - $200 depending on the
style, size and number of letters placed on the back.
Similar to the class rings, a letterman
jacket is an item that you can choose to order through the school's vendor
or an independent supplier locally or elsewhere. As with the rings not all
families opt to purchase a jacket,that is a personable decision, but for
those who are thinking about it I wanted to let you know you do have a
choice. Particularly if you are not sure at this time you want to buy a
jacket. Even if you don't order now you can still get one this year if you
order it on your own.
(ASB)
HOMECOMING DANCE TICKETS
Homecoming tickets will go on sale next Monday, September
24th during all lunch periods and will be on sale until Friday, October 5th.
The tickets are $15 per student (make checks payable to FRHS Student
Council). Students are not required to have a date for the dance and all
grades are welcome. The dance will be held on Saturday, October 13th from
7PM to 10 PM in the high school gym. The dress is semi-formal and a
professional photographer will available early in the evening to take
pictures. Picture order forms will be available before the evening of the
dance.
(ASB, Based on morning announcement submitted by Mrs. Bryant)
SCHOOL STORE
The school store is operated by members of student council,
who work on a rotating basis throughout the school year. The store is open
after school from 2:20 to 3:00 PM. and is located in the front lobby
opposite the entrance to the Library. Students can purchase Gatorade, water,
ice tea, and Pepsi products to drink. The store also offers hot pretzels and
Tostino Pizza Rolls, as well as candy bars, Poptarts, granola bars, gum,
lollipops, chips, pretzels, cookies, oatmeal crème pies, and various small
candies. Prices range from $0.25 to $1.25. On occasion the Student Council
will sponsor a special sale where they offer pizza by the slice.
In addition to food and drinks the store sells t-shirts and
sweatshirts (crew and hoodie). Long sleeve shirts, beanies and ear warmers
are on order and will be in stock soon. The stores offers other FR items as
well, such as drink tumblers (hot and cold drinks), coffee mugs, jump
drives, lanyards and key chains.
The store will be open the night of Open House, so stop by
and check it out!
(ASB, based on information provided by Mrs. Bryant)
IS VISITING A COLLEGE AN EXCUSED ABSENCE?
I recently got this question from a parent and I thought it
was worth including in the news. Since if one parent was wondering I am sure
others are too.
The answer is no. Typically missing school to
visit a college is treated the same as when you keep your child home due
to an illness but without a doctor's note. You should send in a note of
explanation, but the missed day it is not considered an "excused absence"
like a field trip for a class or a SAL competition. However incurring
this kind of "unexcused absence" only becomes an issue if a child misses
more than 6 days in a 9-week period.
If the college visit includes a mandatory interview,
as is the case with the guaranteed medical school programs, the school will
consider that an "excused absence" since it was a requirement and not
optional, similar to a doctor's excuse.
I can't guarantee it but... I believe in most
cases the school will try and work with families if you are unfortunate
enough to have taken a few college trips and then your kid gets sick and
misses school and ends up being absent more that 6 days in a term. You will
get the attendance NOTICE automatically, but don't panic just yet. Contact
the appropriate people and explain the situation. If there are notes on
record regarding the college visits and the other absences the school will
probably accommodate your child. The attendance policy is in place
to prevent abuses and promote attendance which has been shown to be vital
component of a child's performance in school.
(ASB)
ATTENTION ATHLETIC BOOSTER
SPONSORS
I am requesting to
have any athletic booster sponsors to contact me if you have a project or
idea that would have anything that you may need art students to help you
out. Our National Art Honor Society high school students are looking for
their community project ideas for this year. We do have some limitations as
far as what we are able to do, but we will try to work with you if
possible. Please contact: Mrs. Lori Mozina at:
lmozina@franlinregional.k12.pa.us
(email is faster). Phone me at x.5134 if you do not have email access.
(Mrs. Mozina)
HOMECOMING BONFIRE
Let's get "FIRED"
Up! It is that time of year again- bonfire time! The homecoming bonfire
this year will be on Thursday, October
11th at 6:30 pm on the side soccer
field of the high school (same as the last few years). If you would like to
have a booth at the bonfire, please contact
Sandy Pianetti at x5011
to set it up.
If there are any questions,
comments, or concerns, please feel free to contact
Bret Thompson at x5132 or x5034
at the high school. This has always been a
great event. Try to come if you can- it is a lot of fun for everyone and
the bonfires are always a great success!
(The Bonfire Committee)
CHANNEL 19 SCHEDULE
Every weekday includes a replay of the Middle School
and High School Morning Shows at 5:30 p.m
FOOD SERVICE WEBPAGE
Gives links to menus, prices, and nutritional information.
FRHS SPORTS SCHEDULE
Does not include club sports (hockey, lacrosse, and bowling) schedules.
FRHS E-NEWS ARCHIVE AVAILABLE
Missed an issue for the E-News? Go to:
http://www.murrysvilleonline.com/FRHS-Enews-2007-2008/enews.htm
Counseling Center news...
(New or updated items' titles are
highlighted in blue)
COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVES VISITING
FR THIS WEEK
FR GRADUATE TO PRESENT "WHAT IT'S
REALLY LIKE" SEMINAR
If interested let Mrs. Smart know right away!
NEW SCHOLARSHIP LISTINGS
Kenneth Simon Free Enterprise Scholarship at Robert Morris
University
Application Deadline: February 29, 2008
Jeb Miller Scholarship at Westminster College
Nomination Deadline: October 31, 2007
AXA Foundation
Deadline: December 15, 2007
NEW SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY FOR
STUDENTS
Society of Women Engineers at CMU
Items for sale and fundraisers...
(New or updated items' titles are
highlighted in blue)
KEY CLUB ROSE SALE
Each year at this time Key Clubs all over the country
have a rose sale. The sale proceeds help supply nutrients to
children in impoverished countries and help to pay each club's
national dues.
The roses come in a box with ferns and babies breathe
and are mixed in color per dozen (no specific color can be ordered
since all boxes are mixed). The roses are beautiful and better than
what you buy at most florists. If you have a special occasion coming
up or would just like to have a dozen gorgeous roses, please
consider supporting this effort.
The is runs through Monday, September 24th.
The cost is $17 per dozen roses.
Checks must be made out to
Murrysville Kiwanis
Payment must be received by 9/24/07.
The delivery date is Thursday, October 25th. If you
are interested in placing an order you may contact any member of the
Key Club or contact Mrs. Koury (Bkoury@franklinregional.k12.pa.us)
to place your order and arrange for payment. Orders may be picked up
in the high school auditorium lobby between 12:30 and 1:30 PM on
October 25th. The club has no means to store the roses after this
date.
(ASB, based on information provided by Mrs. Koury)
FR LAX LOTTERY CALENDARS
FR Lacrosse
Club is again selling lottery calendars. The cost is only $30.00 and they
are good for an entire year. The winner is based on the Evening Daily
Number starting January 1, 2008. They make great gifts for the holidays.
If you are interested in purchasing one or two please contact Marcy
McDougal at 724-733-4413 or
marcymac65@yahoo.com or any lacrosse player.
(Mary Jo
Owens, 6/6)
STADIUM SEATS
It�s that
time again, football season, and FR Lacrosse Club is selling their Stadium
Seats for only $20. They are great for all of your fall sporting events.
If you are interested please contact MaryJo Owens 724-327-4003/
MaryJo@JimOwens.com to
get yours today!!
(Mary Jo
Owens, 6/6)
FRHS FRESHMAN HOODIE SALE
The Franklin Regional Cheerleading Boosters have announced their annual freshmen signature �hoodie� sale for the �Class of 2011�.
The hoodie will be Carmel with "Class of 2011" on the front and back. A panther face and paws will also be on the back of the sweat shirt in navy. Within the panther's face and paws, is space for everyone in the Class of 2011 to sign their name. There is also the option to personalize a "hoodie" by adding embroidery on the hood. The goal is have each member of the Class of 2011 sign the shirt, with or without placing an order.
The boosters will be in the cafeteria during all lunch periods on Wednesday, September 26th, Thursday, September 27th and Friday, September 28th, to gather the signatures and take orders for the "hoodie". Any questions regarding the sale, please call Veronica at 724-327-1049. (Veronica Gentile, 9/28)
COW PATTIE BINGO Date: Sunday, September 30, 2007 Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM (The Steeler game starts at 4:15PM) Where: Franklin Regional Baseball Field Who: FRHS Marching Band and Bandfront sponsors
Bingo Tickets still available. Contact Dee Weisel at 724-733-4575. Each ticket is $10 for a chance to win $10,000! Please join us for this very fun & unique event. Check out the games, food, and much, much more! (Carol Wrobleski, 9/30)
FR JUMP DRIVES The FRHS Student Council has jump drives for students and teachers to purchase. The jump drives were approved by district administrators. They are 1G, blue with a white FR and panther paw and lanyard. The cost is $30. They may be purchased at the school store or by seeing Mrs. Bryant. (ASB, based on morning announcement submitted by Mrs. Bryant, 9/7-9/14)
ENJOY BOOKS NOW AVAILABLE
The FR Marching Band and Bandfront are selling Enjoy
Books. The books are $25 each and are filled with "two-for-one" and 50%
off discounts for restaurants, theater and sport tickets and more! The
books are here and ready for delivery. See any band or bandfront member
to purchase a book. They can bring the books to school or deliver them
to your home. If you have any questions contact Betsy Alberts at
724-733-3070.
(Betsy Alberts, 12/31)
This month's calendar....
(New or updated items in blue)
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
Key Club Rose Sale, all sales due
FRHS PTO Meeting, 9:00 a.m.
Key Club, room 234
Varsity Letterman Jacket orders being
taken, starting at 10:00 AM
Homecoming Dance Tickets, on sale ($15),
all lunch periods
Swimming & Diving Booster meeting, 7:00 PM, Middle School
Cafeteria
School Board Meeting, 7:30 PM,
Administration Conference Room, Heritage School
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
Class Ring Sale,
all lunch periods and during Open House, front lobby
Junior Health Screenings, all day,
Nurse's Office
Homecoming Dance Tickets, on sale ($15),
all lunch periods
Fantasy/Creative Writing Club, after
school, Library
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA),
2:25 PM, room 211
PAWS for a Cause, 2:30 PM, Counseling
Center
Science National Honor Society, 2:30 PM,
room 119
FRHS Open House, 6:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
Senior Health Screenings, all day,
Nurse's Office
Homecoming
Dance Tickets, on sale ($15), all lunch periods
Freshman Hoodie shirt signing and sale, all lunch periods,
cafeteria
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
Grade 11 Hearing Screenings,
morning, Nurse's Office
Homecoming
Dance Tickets, on sale ($15), all lunch periods
Freshman
Hoodie shirt signing and sale, all lunch periods, cafeteria
Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science (PJAS),
2:30 PM, room 119
Pittsburgh Regional Science and Engineering Fair (PRSEF),
2:30 PM, room 119
Make-up
Health Screenings, afternoon, Nurse's Office
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
Homecoming Dance Tickets, on sale ($15),
all lunch periods
Freshman Hoodie shirt signing and sale, all lunch periods,
cafeteria
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
Cow Patty Bingo, 11:00-4:00, FR
Baseball field
Have a great day!
Anne Brendel
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