Morning Announcements, Monday, October 15, 2012

October 15, 2012

Superintendent Roundtable - The first meeting will be Tuesday, October 30th, 4:00 pm at 1900 W. Monroe.

Seniors - Senior baby pictures and quotes are now being accepted. Items may be placed in Ms. Thompson's mailbox in the Main Office, given to a yearbook staffer, or given to Ms. Thompson in Room 313. Please make sure to include your first and last name on anything submitted along with your first hour room number. Baby pictures will be returned once these pages have been submitted to Jostens. The last day to turn in these items is Monday, November 26, 2012, by the end of the school day.

National Honor Society- Induction will be Monday, October 22, 2012. All members are expected to be there. Families and friends are invited, also.

National Honor Society Service Opportunities:

Saturday, October 20, 2012
Fairview Fall Festival
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Family activities; face painting

Sunday, October 28, 2012
Annual Halloween Festival
Illinois State Museum
Noon to 4:00 p.m.
educational activities, hand out prizes, assist visitors
Shifts are 11:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
11:45 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
1:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Register online at: bit.ly/halvol2012
Must sign up by October 24

Saturdays
Habitat for Humanity
If you are interested in volunteering, you MUST register.
habitatsangamon.volunteerconnect.com

November
Festival of Trees
November 17-25
lots of dates and times available
register yourself and your shift choice
MemorialsFestivalofTrees.com

Girls Basketball - Try-outs for the girls JV and V basketball teams will be held on Monday, October 29th and Tuesday, October 30th from 3:45 to 5:45 in the west gym. Athletes must have a current physical as well a completed Athletic Permit Card turned in before try-outs. Any question see Coach Collins or Coach Daniel.

LHS - LHS is proud to announce it's 10th Anniversary of the Orange and Black Alumni Basketball Events. Saturday, November 10th at Lanphier High School in the Lober-Nika Gymnasium. Start time is 6:00. Admission $5.00 adults and $3.00 for students/children.

Picture Retake Day - Retakes are today. If you were absent, forgot your portrait money, need a retake, or didn't buy portraits or want more, this will be your last chance to have your picture taken for the 2012-2013 school year. FOR RETAKES - Be sure to return your original portraits. TO PURCHASE NEW PORTRAITS - Pick up a flyer in advance from the Main Office or Room 313. Please remember you need to have a picture taken for a school ID even if you are not ordering pictures.

Yearbook - It's time to order your yearbook! Our Fall Campaign is underway. Jostens mailed information home regarding the sale of the 2012-2013 Lan-Hi. Simply return the form along with your method of payment to Jostens or go to Jostens.com to order your copy today. Reason #10 to buy a yearbook...It's going to be awesome...(Duh.)

Scholastic Bowl - Will meet for practice on Tuesday and Thursday nights. Please make it to at least one practice a week. Practice will begin immediately after school until approximately 4:45.

Mega detentions are now to be served in the library.

Art Club - Will be held today right after school in Ms. Jurgens' room.

PSAT - Students who have registered for the PSAT test must attend a mandatory and very important PSAT meeting in the small commons today during 6th hour. Students should see Ms. Vogt with any questions.

Congratulations to Nick Patton on his 20th (out of 110 players) finish at the state golf tournament.