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FRHS E-News
November 19, 2007
I am finally back in business! I am sorry for the break in the news, but I
was away longer than I anticipated. I hope everyone kept up to date by
using the school's web site now with Morning Announcements and Counseling
Center news.
As is to be expected, today's newsletter is rather long. Please take your
time as you scroll down. There just might be something of interest to you or
your child.
I expect many of the upcoming newsletters will be packed with interesting
and exciting news. We are getting into a very busy time of year not only in
everyone's personal lives, but at the school too. Looking ahead I can name a
few scheduled events: the Holiday Telethon and all of it's associated
activities, a Black and White Sadie Hawkins Dance (new this year), and
preparations for the Martin Luther King celebration - "Let Freedom Sing" in
January.
Mark your calendar.....
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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19
What's happening:
Homecoming Pictures Pick-up, room 221,
see Mrs. Bryant
Junior Class T-shirt Order Pick-up,
room 232
Mathletes
Competition at Kiski Area High School,
depart at 7:45 AM, students should report to their
first period classes
Paper Product Collection Drive
SNAP Bowling, 4:45 - 6:30 PM, Miracle
Mile Lanes, Monroeville
Meetings:
Habitat for Humanity,
mandatory meeting for all who signed up to work at the
house on December 1st.
International Cuisine Club, after
school, room 206
School Board, 7:30 PM, Administration
Conference Room (Heritage Elementary School)
Deadlines:
International Cuisine Club permission slips
for field trip to El Campesino must be turned in to Ms. Miller
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20
What's happening:
Paper Product Collection Drive
Meetings:
Chess Club, after school, room 219
Fantasy/Creative Writing Club,
after school, Library
Relay for Life Club,
after school, room 115
SADD, after school, Nurse's Office
Students interested in helping with the Martin
Luther King Celebration, after school, Chorus Room
Young Writers and Poets Society,
immediately after school, room 224, anyone interested in creative writing is
invited to come
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21
What's happening:
NAHS Studio Time, 2:30 -
4:00 PM, room 134
Paper Product
Collection Drive
Pizza Sale, Student Council, after school, $1
per slice
Meetings:
Photography Club, 2:20 PM, Counseling
Center, will be a cookout, members are asked to bring their $2 dues
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22
NO SCHOOL - HAPPY
THANKSGIVING
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23
NO SCHOOL
Good news...
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highlighted in blue)
OCTOBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
ANNOUNCED
Congratulations to the following students who were selected as the
October Students of the Month:
Senior - Garrett Boyd
Junior - Nate Ondeck
Sophomore - Doug Komandt
Freshman - Allison DeLaTorre
These students are asked to stop by room 221 to see Mrs. Bryant before
the Thanksgiving holiday break.
COMPETITION CHEERLEADING SQUAD
TAKES 1ST PLACE
Over the weekend the Competition Cheerleading Squad attended the
Pennsylvania Championship sponsored by the University of Pittsburgh's
cheerleading company - Elite. Our squad did an excellent job and won
1st place in their division. On November 10th the squad competed at
Upper St. Clair's Three Rivers Challenge where they also took home 1st
place in their division. The girls are working hard to prepare for
Regionals at Slippery Rock University on December 1st in hopes of
receiving a bid to Nationals in Orlando.
Congratulations to the entire squad and good luck in December!
(Miss Musial)
HOCKEY REPORT
The Franklin Regional Varsity Ice Hockey team won their
fifth game of the season with an 8-0 victory over Greensburg Salem at
the Nevin Arena on Thursday, November 15th. Anthony Talamo scored twice,
while Jared Yesko, Ryan Crossey, Johnny Cecere, Patrick Coyne, Eugene
Mack, and Mike Adams each scored one goal for the Panthers as the
offense racked up 28 shots on goal. The win was the second shutout of
the regular season for the Panthers, with James Orr stopping all 9 shots
on goal. The Varsity team will play Chartiers Valley again, this time
at home, at the Center Ice Arena on Tuesday, November 20, 2007. Face off
is at 8:30 PM.
The Junior Varsity team takes a short break from the
ice until November 28th, when they face off against the Westmont
Hilltoppers in Johnstown, PA. Game time is at 7:30 PM.
Both teams thank you for attending the games and for supporting the
greatest game on ice. Come out and cheer your Panthers on!!
(Tom Talamo)
PANTHER NEWS BREAK WINS AWARD
Two weekends ago, students
from the Yearbook, Newspaper and Broadcast programs at the HS attended the
National Journalism Convention in
We are pleased to announce
that the Panther News break team was awarded with an 8th place
�Best of Show� award. Nearly 5,000 students from across the country were in
attendance at this convention from schools across the country.
Congratulations to these
students on a job well done.
(Becky Magness)
PTO news....
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highlighted in blue)
FRHS E-NEWS ARCHIVE
School news....
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highlighted in blue)
DANCE ANNOUNCED
All the rumors you've heard
from the kids are now officially true. Everyone had such a great time at
Homecoming that the students decided they would like another dance
between Homecoming and the Snowflake Dance in February.
The organizers have
received the go ahead. There will be a dance
Saturday December 15th and it will be held at
the Middle School
gym (the high school was
not available for this
date). The times are 6:30 until 10PM. Tickets will
be $5 a person and will go sell starting December 3rd.
The dance is being
sponsored by the Italian
Club and is a
Black and White dance (attendees have to wear Black and White or will not be
admitted)
It addition it will follow
the Sadie Hawkins format, so the girls will be asking the guys. However, a
student does NOT have to have a date to attend. The dress will be
semi-formal similar to the Homecoming Dance.
JUNIOR PHYSICAL REMINDER
Please turn in the mandatory 11th grade
physical form to the Nurse as soon as possible.
(Mrs. Pianetti)
PAPER PRODUCT COLLECTION DRIVE
The Delmont Food Bank is in
need of paper products, including toilet paper, paper towels, tissues and
napkins.
The Life Skills Class at
the high school will be collecting donations of paper products from
students, families and staff members.
Please drop off your
donations in the main office or room 126 by the end of November.
SPRING MUSICAL
This year's musical has
been announced.... Bye, Bye Birdie!
Students interested in auditioning for the
musical should sign up for a time slot in room 112. Practice CDs are also
available.
MARTIN LUTHER KING
CELEBRATION PLANNED FOR JANUARY
Urban and suburban
choral ensembles will join forces to present "Let Freedom Sing" in
Murrysville on January 21, 2008 in celebration of the life and work of Dr.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Proceeds from the concerts will benefit the "Build
the Dream" project to construct the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial on the
National Mall in Washington, DC.
In keeping with
Dr. King's philosophy and beliefs, this event will celebrate "community &
diversity" when suburbs and city neighborhoods come together as one
community in an evening of musical celebration, narration, and tribute.
Nationally
recognized performing artist Vanessa German will narrate the event. The
concert will be conducted by Rev. Dr. Herbert Jones, national officer of the
Gospel Music Workshop of America. Collaborating with Dr. Jones in organizing
the concert event is Kris Rust, director of choirs at Franklin Regional High
School.
The FRHS Choruses
will host six predominantly African American choirs from Penn Hills, Beaver
Falls and inner city Pittsburgh. There will be over 300 performers involved
in the concert! Through music and oratory, we will demonstrate unity and
reveal that we are all truly part of a larger, more inclusive community.
Each invited group
will perform individually in the first half of the concert, and will come
together as one chorus in the second half to perform three selections,
accompanied by string orchestra and the GMWA instrumental ensemble.
(Kris Rust)
FRHS OCTOBER 2007 NEWSLETTER POSTED ONLINE
HOLIDAY TELETHON ANNOUNCED
The Holiday Telethon is back for its fourth year. The
organizers are excited to announce that the beneficiary of funds this year
will be families in need in our community. All funds raised will go through
the Westmoreland County Children's Bureau to help families who need winter
coats, hats, or other necessities this winter.
The telethon will take place over the course of two days. On
Thursday, December 20th, the telethon will be held at Shur-Save from 6-8 PM.
The "in-school" part of the telethon will be from 9 AM - 1:30 PM on Friday,
December 21st in the high school auditorium (the same as last year).
More information and sign-up forms will follow shortly. Mark
your calendars now - December 20 and 21!
(ASB)
MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS
Lists announcements and provides a link to a video recording of the
Panther News Break.
Lists Counseling Center's morning announcements and more.
FOOD SERVICE WEBPAGE
Gives links to menus, prices, and nutritional information.
CHANNEL 19 SCHEDULE
This week's schedule includes Veteran Assemblies, Ahead of the
Game program, Internet Safety program, Franklin Features 1 & 2,
Varsity football, Homecoming and Senior nights.
Counseling Center news...
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CULMINATING PROJECT REMINDER
If your senior has completed their Culminating Project and has not filed out
the Verification form, please have them do so immediately. This is a
graduation requirement and part of their academic record. Verification forms
are available in the main office or the Counseling Center.
FR ALUMS BACK THIS WEEK AS COLLEGE
REPRESENTATIVES
FR alum Benjy Lombard will be in the Counseling Center on Wednesday, Nov. 21, period 2, to meet with students interested in Penn State's Schreyer Honors College. FR alum Marielle Bonaroti will be in the Counseling Center on Wednesday, Nov. 21, period 4, to meet with students interested in James Madison University. Passes for either session may be obtained from Mrs. Smart.
SCHOLARSHIPS
National Society
Daughters of the American Revolutions Deadlines: vary
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY - CAREER DAY Southwestern Pennsylvania Workforce Development Committee for Highway and Bridge Design, Construction and Maintenance http://www.franklinregional.k12.pa.us/highschool/counselingcorner.asp Date: December 11, 2007
Athletic Department
news....
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blue)
FRHS SPORTS SCHEDULE
Does not include club sports (hockey, lacrosse, and
bowling) schedules.
Items
for sale and fundraisers...
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updated items' titles are highlighted in blue)
Editor's note: I will run
fundraising announcements in the E-News about
once a week. If you are associated with a school
related organization and would like to advertise
it in the E-News please send me an article to
FRHSnews@windstream.net.
I have found the simpler the format the better.
Often when I copy more complicated items the
original formatting (fonts, spacing, colors,
etc) doesn't transfer well and I end up having
to retype the article. Please be sure to include
a contact person and an end date, so I know how
long to run the article.
(ASB)
FR
HOCKEY NIGHT AT MAX & ERMA'S
Franklin Regional Hockey is hosting a night
at Max & Erma's in Monroeville on
Wednesday, December 5th. Eat at
Max & Erma's and when you present our coupon
to your server, 20% of your sales will
benefit the Franklin Regional Hockey Club.
It costs you nothing but helps the team to
pay for coaches and ice time. Coupons are
available at the front desk of the FR
office, from any player, or you can download
a coupon from our website at
http://eteamz.active.com/FRHOCKEY/handouts/.
Please come out and enjoy a meal at Max &
Erma's anytime that day and support your
hockey team!
(Julie Russo, FR Hockey, 12/6)
STUDENT
COUNCIL PIZZA SALE
The Student Council is sponsoring a pizza sale
and will be donating the proceeds to the
Telethon. Plain and Pepperoni pizza are $1.00 a
slice The Student Council will be selling pizza
at the school store every Wednesday until
December 12th.
(Mrs. Bryant, 12/12)
BASKETBALL BOOSTERS T-SHIRT SALE
Blue and gold PANTHER PIT t-shirts will be
on sale in the cafeteria during lunch
November 27, 28, 29 and 30 prior to first
game of the season. Also available at
home games. Price $8.00
(Lori Novak, FR Boys Basketball Boosters,
11/30)
FRHS
CHORUS SELLING MOUSE PADS
Got Music? Black
or navy mouse pads imprinted with the words
"got music?" in large white lettering are
being sold by the FRHS Chorus Boosters for
$5.00. This makes an affordable gift for ALL
music lovers on your birthday, holiday, and
graduation lists! Available immediately and
as long as supply lasts! Contact Beth
Carlson: 724-468-1088 (bethanncarlson@adelphia.net).
(Shirley
Devine, 12/31)
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)
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)
Planning ahead....
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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 26
NO SCHOOL
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27
Paper Product Collection Drive
Fantasy/Creative Writing Club
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28
NAHS Studio Time,
2:30 - 4:00 PM, room 134
Paper Product Collection Drive
Pizza Sale, Student Council, after
school, $1 per slice
WIRC,
after school, Library
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29
Paper Product Collection Drive
Financial Aid Seminar, 6:30 PM,
auditorium
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30
Paper Product Collection Drive - LAST DAY
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2
Have a great day!
Anne Brendel
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