March 17, 2010

Word of the day:  Plucky:  (pluck·y) (adjective) Brave and spirited; courageous

The PEHS Band is proud to present its 2nd Anniversary Concert this Thursday at 7:30 pm in the Auditorium.  This free concert features our 68-member Concert Band, and our 46-member Disney Band which will be performing at Disney World in 2 weeks.  We hope you'll join us for a great evening of music!!

Juniors who are taking the ACT outside of school need to register online by March 19.  See Student Services if you need additional information

The Cyberbullying Internet Safety Tip... Respect others online.  Remember to only share your password with your parent or guardian.  It is wise to change your passwords often.

Attention Hungry Students!  PSAE Cookie Crunch Time is here!  Next week during lunch, visit the PSAE Cookie Crunch table for a chance at winning a free cookie!  All you have to do is answer a sample PSAE question…this enrolls you in a drawing for a free cookie.  Winners will be announced each day.  Winners of the cookie coupons can pick it up in the Media Center and redeem it during your lunch period.  Join the fun in getting ready for PSAE testing time!

Attention Key Club Members, Please stop by Room 408 today or tomorrow to catch up on what you missed at our meeting last Thursday and remember that this Sunday there is a mandatory training if you are interested in participating in the Ready Set Ride program.

Did you know that you do not have to be a Chemistry student to participate in Chemistry Club? Any PEHS student is welcome to join us. Due to popular demand, Chemistry Club will meet for a second time TODAY after school in room #314. Our main focus will be to finish our hot air balloons in time for our balloon launch next Monday. Snacks for those that come to work on balloons will be provided by Ms. Scott. Feel free to bring food and a friend.

Does it snow in April?  It sure does if it's Operation Snowball!  Make sure you get your application and TURN IT IN!  For a weekend you'll never forget . . . .  Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! Applications in Main Office, Student Services, Rm. 416, and PEHS Web Page.  Need Financial Assistance?  See Ms. P. in 416

If you haven't ordered a Yearbook yet, it's not too late.  Although the order has already gone to the company, we have ordered 50 extra books.  One of those books could be yours by bringing a check for $50.00 to student services or by following the link on the school website.  If there are any books remaining (which is unlikely, so get yours now!), they will be sold at registration in the Fall on a first come first serve basis. 

Open Studio for Thursday has been canceled.  It will re-open after spring break.

Guitar Club will be held Thursday at 3:30.  See Mr. Gerdes in room 212 for details.

Chess Club will meet after school on Thursday in Room 317.

If you filled out a green card at the prom kick-off, your dress is ready.  Please see Mrs Egizio is arrange a pick-up time.

Prom tickets are now on sale!  Buy yours today in the cafeteria.  Tickets are $90.00 each.  You must have your ID, permission slip for you AND your date at the time of purchase. NO FORMS NO TICKETS! Permission slips and date request forms can be picked up in student services or at the ticket sales table in the cafeteria.  Tickets are on sale now thru March 25 during lunch.  Starting on March 15th tickets will be sold a half hour before and a half hour after school in the school book store.

Don’t forget the Prom Date Request Forms and Permission Slips are in Student Services. Everyone must have a permission slip filled out in order to buy a ticket.

Attention Fusion Dancers: check the bulletin board for changes to this month's calendar!

Attention all Cheerleaders:  If you have not done so already, please bring your uniform and lock to Winter Awards night TONIGHT.  If we do not receive your uniform or lock by tonight a debt form will be written.

The Student-Staff March Madness Basketball game is back!
Can the staff defend their winning title from last year? Or will the students win their first victory?
The game will take place on Thursday, March 25th.
There will be a half time shoot out and a raffle give-away!
Doors open at 7:30. Admission is $2.00 ($1.00 with PEHS ID).
Students interested in playing can put their name in the raffle during lunch periods until TODAY - cost is $1.00 per name.
Winners will be announced Monday, March 22nd.
Let the Madness begin!

Girls Basketball Winter Athletes: Remember that Awards Night TONIGHT at 7:00pm in the Auditorium. You must be present to receive your award.

Have a Happy St. Patrick’s Day…. and remember… It’s best to be a Bengal! Roar!!