February 5, 2019

Bible Club will meet Thursday at 2:10pm in Room 243. All are welcome.

Attention Seniors: The Counseling Center will be hosting its annual Onsite College Admissions Day on February 12. Schools like L.I.U Post, SUNY Farmingdale, St. Joseph’s College, SUNY Old Westbury and many more will be joining us. You’ll be able to apply to colleges, meet with college representatives, and have your decision on the spot! Come to the Counseling Center for details. Appointments must be made no later than February 5!

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.

Battle of the Classes is scheduled for March 1 in the West Gym. If you want to be involved, make sure you get a draft card. Draft cards will be available in your Assistant Principal's Office starting Monday, February 4 through Friday, February 8. Draft cards are limited. The teams will be picked on Wednesday, February 13, during extra help, in the Senior Cafeteria. You must be present to be picked! Good luck to all!

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 9^th, 10^th, 11^th and 12^th 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.

After school math regents prep us a great opportunity to brush up on your skills for your upcoming regents in June. Check with your math teacher for locations and dates of specific review sessions.

The Business Honor Society is collecting business attire and formal wear. All donations would be greatly appreciated. If you are willing to donate, please bring items to Room 152 by February 6. Our monthly membership meeting for February is this Wednesday, February 6 to be held in Room 154 from 2:15-3:00. Important information will be discussed.

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 Harriet Tubman. Harriet Tubman helped hundreds of American slaves escape along the secret route to freedom known as the Underground Railroad. Born a slave herself, she fled from Maryland to freedom in Philadelphia. For the next 10 years she made repeated secret trips back to Maryland, leading over 300 escaped slaves north to freedom in Canada. During the Civil War she also served the Union as a scout, spy and nurse. Her success at leading others from slavery earned her the nickname "the Moses of her People" and made her a lasting symbol of the American anti-slavery movement.

Today is the second day of National School Counseling Week. The message today is about reflecting on lessons learned.

Have you ever taken a moment to be still and think about past experiences that lead you to where you are? Maybe attending a field trip to an art museum encouraged you to hone in on your passion for drawing and painting. Perhaps reading about characters in your favorite book inspired you to research ancient civilizations. Maybe not getting enough rest the night before a big test lead you to perform less than your best. Bottom line – many experiences and choices we make can help us learn wise lessons that can help or hinder our future. If you ever want to chat about the lessons you have learned, feel free to stop by and talk to your school counselor.

Make good decisions today!

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.

Dollar Lunch Week is back! All this week, student lunch meals are $1.00 in the Cafeteria. Please take advantage of this promotion and enjoy a delicious and nutritious lunch.