February 11, 2019

Post date: Feb 11, 2019 2:54:45 PM

Attention all Performers: Try-outs for the William Floyd High School’s Annual Coffee House will be held on Thursday, February 28 in Room 120.  We welcome spoken word poets, singers, musicians, comedians and rappers.  Come by Room 120 to schedule your try-out.  Further information regarding ticket sales to follow.

Attention all Girl’s Lacrosse Players: There will be a mandatory informational meeting in Room 302 during Extra Help on Tuesday, February 12. Please make every effort to attend. If you have any questions, please see Coach Vassallo in Room 302 or Coach Alesi in the West Gym…Go Floyd Lax!

Attention all Chess Club Members and Participants:  Please come to the Rotunda tomorrow, February 12 at 1:30 for our Yearbook Chess Club Photo. See you there!

Attention all boys going out for tennis: There is a mandatory meeting on February 13 at 2:15 pm in the West Gym.

Attention all students who have draft cards for Battle of the Classes: The draft will take place this Wednesday, February 13th during Extra Help in the Senior Cafeteria.  Be sure to bring your draft card and your valid student ID.  Temporary ID's will not be accepted.  See you there!

Attention all 10th Graders:  If you would like to be a part of one of our exciting CTE Programs such as Medical Assisting, Culinary, Cosmetology, Automotive, Barbering or Carpentry you must have your completed application turned into Guidance no later than Friday, February 15th.  Come and see what CTE is all about and visit the EXPO in the South Lobby this Wednesday.  You will have the opportunity to ask questions, talk to students and see what CTE has to offer.

Attention Seniors: There have been updates and changes to some local scholarship applications.  Please check your Naviance account for details, or visit the Counseling Center for applications and details on how to apply.  Applications are due by March 1.

Attention Seniors: Important Graduation Information:  Herff Jones will be here Tuesday, March 5 and Wednesday, March 6 in the Senior Food Court during all lunch periods to measure for caps and gowns.  The cost is $25.00.  Either cash or money order will be accepted.  No personal checks.  Money is due the day of measurements.  If you do not have a lunch period, see your Assistant Principal for a pass to the Food Court.  That’s March 5 and March 6 in the Senior Food Court during lunch periods.  If you have any questions come to the 1 West Office.

Did one of your students, faculty or staff members do something wonderful this past month?  Please take a moment to recognize this act by nominating him/her for student of the month or faculty/staff member of the month.  We need nominations for students from 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grade.  Please submit all forms in blue or black pen only!  Just as students deserve to be recognized, teachers and staff do as well.  Please take a moment to stop by any Assistant Principal’s Office to pick up a form to nominate a teacher or staff member who has had an impact on you in a positive way.  Please drop off all nominations to the 1 West Office.

February is Black History Month. In order to recognize and celebrate the contributions and achievements of African-Americans throughout our history, we will highlight an extraordinary individual each morning.  Today we profile George Washington Carver.  George Washington Carver was a celebrated scientist and inventor at a time when it was still rare for African-Americans to reach those heights.  The son of a slave, Carver earned a bachelor’s degree and a master’s before joining the faculty of Booker T. Washington’s Tuskegee Institute.  He eventually created more than 325 products from the peanut, helping to create demand for the plant and establish it as a major American crop.  Carver also worked with sweet potatoes, soybeans, and pecans, among other plants, and is often credited with changing the face of agriculture in the American south.

The yearbook photo for the William Floyd Medical club will be on February 12 at 1:30pm in the Rotunda. Please be on time. Our next meeting will immediately follow from 2:15-3pm in Room 245 to discuss healthcare careers options. A guest speaker from NYIT School of Health Professions will be joining us.  Please see Ms. Randall with any questions.

Any girls interested in trying out for this year’s softball team, there is a mandatory informational meeting next Tuesday, February 12 in Room 221 during Extra Help. Please bring something to write with and make any necessary arrangements to attend. Any questions, please see Mr. Luhrs in Room 221 or Ms. Carucci in the East Gym.

Attention all students interested in trying out for baseball: There will be a mandatory meeting on Tuesday, February 12 in Room 149 at 1:45pm. All must attend. Please start making sure you are up to date with your physicals.