THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: Many are the stars I see, but in my eye no star like thee. – English saying used on poesy rings
Miscellaneous Information
OUS INFORMATION
On Friday February 17th 2012 Pendleton County High School FCCLA members competed in FCCLA Regional STAR Events Competitions.
Congratulations to the following students:
Tanya Edwards – Focus on Children Jr. - 3rd Place
Tori Fitzpatrick & Aaron Teegarden – Illustrated Talk Sr. – 2nd place
Ali Hale & Michelle Franz – Life Event Planning Sr. – 2nd Place
Ronica Hutchison - Entrepreneurship Sr. – 2nd Place
Madison Dotson, Sarah Tackett & Abby Bex – Applied Technology Jr. – 1st place
Closings/Delays Webpage Notification
In addition to Call Command and the local TV markets, district closings, delays, early releases, and cancellations are also posted to the district web-page (click on School Closing icon at top of district page). If you would like to receive an e-mail and/or text message whenever this page is updated, click the “Notify Me” Icon and register your e-mail address and personal cell phone number.
You may also access the School Closing page fromhttp://www.pendleton.kyschools.us under District news, click on the “Schools Closings/Delays/Cancellations” link and follow the prompts.
“School Closings” page will be updated with the following announcements:
School Closings
School Delays
School Early Releases
Evening Event Cancellations
This notification is extremely convenient for parents and district employees alike. For those parents who are at work during the day, an e-mail or text message of a cancellation would be most helpful. District employees being able to get these updates no matter where they are, is also convenient. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact .
Volunteer Process for Pendleton County Schools
In an effort to reach more volunteers for Pendleton County Schools, individuals wishing to volunteer may pick up applications from any school secretary or from the Student Support Office (new bus garage). Current volunteers may check on their status by contacting any of the school secretaries or the Community Education office. Volunteer Criminal Record Checks are good for 3 years. Current volunteers will receive a written notice in the mail when their status is close to expiring. For more information please call 859-654-3325 Ext. 2601
Yearbooks can now be ordered online! Place orders at www.balfour.com. Search for Pendleton County High School on the yearbook section of the page.
The SENIOR CLASS is collecting receipts. Please turn receipts into the front office. The collection will go on all year. This is an easy way to help the seniors earn money towards graduation. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
EXCHANGE UNLIMITED IS HAVING GOING OUT OF BUSINESS SALE. ALL PROM DRESSES ARE $5 AND ALL DRESS SHOES ARE $3.
WEEKLY EVENTS
Wednesday, February 22 / FFA Week – Official Dress and Blue & Gold Day (Teacher Luncheon)KSP Citizen Police Academy 6:00-9:00 in library
Ms. Harper in auditorium 10:00-11:00 & 1:30-2:30
Thursday, February 23 / FFA Week – Camo Day/Muddiest Truck Contest
Blood Drive
KOSSA testing
Detention – C. Stinson
Friday, February 24 / FFA Week – Bib Day/Drive Your Tractor to School Day
Speech Therapist in SBDM room 8:05-8:30 and 12:30-1:00
Sweet 16 Birthday Party 1:30-2:30 in Auditorium (Nov., Dec., Jan., Feb.)
Monday, February 27 / Class Night audition forms available. Auditions on March 21st
Tuesday, February 28 / WorkKeys Testing @ ATC ALL ATC Seniors
Mrs. Delaney presentation during 2nd period regarding local scholarships for Seniors
Detention – A. Coleman
Wednesday, February 29 / KSP Citizen Police Academy 6:00-9:00 in library
Junior College Fair to NKU (select Juniors) leave 9:50 return 2:30
Ms. Harper in auditorium 10:00-11:00
Thursday, March 1 / Sign up for Powder Puff Football and Cheerleading
Local Scholarships available to seniors
Detention – A. Coleman
Friday, March 2 / Speech Therapist in SBDM room 8:05-8:30 and 12:30-1:00
Friday School – A. Sudberry
Monday, March5 / Athletic Drug Seminar 3:30 in auditorium
Recreation Baseball team selection in cafeteria 5:30-?
Tuesday, March 6 / ACT @ NKU ALL JUNIORS
PTSO in SBDM Room 7:00 pm
Band & Senior Trip Parent Meeting 6:30/7:45 in cafeteria
Detention – C. Lehr
Wednesday, March 7 / KSP Citizen Police Academy 6:00-9:00 in library
Senior Trip Meeting 7:30 am
Ms. Harper in auditorium 10:00-11:00
February 21 – February 24
BOY’S BASKETBALL2-24 @ Nicholas Co. for District Championship vs. (Deming or Nicholas Co.) / CHEERLEADERS
See the Cheerleaders at all Boy’s and Girl’s home basketball games.
GIRL’S BASKETBALL
Thanks for a great season!!!!
BOY’S 38TH DISTRICT BRACKET @ NICHOLAS CO. HIGH SCHOOL
Pendleton Co.Feb. 20 – 8:15 pm / Pendleton Co.
Harrison Co.
Championship Game
February 24 – 7:30pm
Nicholas Co.
Feb. 21 – 8:15 pm / Deming
Deming
PCHS FIRST ANNUAL
“BASEBALL AND FAST PITCH”
“MEET THE TEAM NIGHT”
MARCH 10TH STARTING AT 5:00 P.M.
COME OUT AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT!
●CONCESSIONS AVAILABLE IN THE CAFETERIA
●ANNOUNCING OF BOYS BASEBALL AND GIRLS FAST PITCH 2012 PLAYERS/COACHES
●ALUMNI RECOGNITION-PLEASE SIGN IN AT TABLE UPON ARRIVING
●SILENT AUCTION
●RAFFLES
●WIFFLE BALL HOME RUN DERBY AND MORE
HOSTED BY PCHS BASEBALL BOOSTERS AND GIRLS FAST PITCH
RECREATION BASEBALL LEAGUE: Anyone who has siblings or knows anybody wanting to participate in the Recreation League Baseball this spring please see Mr. Biddle to pick up an application form. All forms must be returned to Mr. Biddle by March 2nd.
The Boys Soccer Team is selling the “buy one, get one free” coupon cards from Edwardo’s. The price is $20.00 for the card, this is a great deal. If you would like to purchase one or need more information, contact Sarah Wolfe at ext. 7914.
Project Grad has a Facebook group for the community. Look us up on Facebook @ Pendleton County Project Grad – Community Page to keep up with all the activities and planning for 2012
Project Grad.
STAFF INFORMATION
Deluxe Cleaners will still be dropping off and picking up drying cleaning this year on Tuesday’s and Friday’s.
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Work Ethic Diploma Scholarship
For those students who will receive the Work Ethic Diploma. Candidates are evaluated based on a 500 word essay, meeting established criteria for earning the Work Ethic Diploma as determined by their school, financial need, and a commitment to display a positive work ethic as they continue onto postsecondary education or the workforce. Two scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors in 2012 for the amount of $750.00 per scholarship. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Completed applications and essays must be submitted or postmarked by February 29, 2012.
Work Ethic Community Service and Internship Hours are due March 1, 2012. Turn in to Mr. Hall or Ms. Mains in the Guidance office ASAP. Forms are available in the Guidance office.
Academy Day will be held on March 3, 2012 at Dixie Heights High School, 3010 Dixie Highway, Edgewood, KY 41017.
“Academy Day is for students who are interested in attending one of our nation’s outstanding service academies. The academies offer excellent academic programs while enabling students to develop valuable leadership skills. The event will include representatives from the Air Force Academy, Naval Academy, United States Military Academy at West Point, Coast Guard Academy, and merchant Marine Academy. The representatives will make brief presentations and answer any questions students and parents may have.
Registration begins at 10:30 a.m.; the program will begin at 11:00 a.m. and should conclude by 12:30 p.m. Parking is available at Dixie Heights High School. If you have any questions or would like any additional information, please call Erin Murray at (859) 426-0080.
Invitation to U of L's Engineering Expo:
Each year U of L sponsors an engineering expo that features student work and information about engineering careers. This year's theme is Engineering the World of Tomorrow and our keynote speaker is Jackie Swisher, an engineer at Walt Disney World.
E-Expo is free for students to attend andis open toany ofstudents that may have an interest in engineering. This year E-Expo will take place on March 3rd, starting at 8am and going until around 4pm.
Many of our student societies will have interactive projects for students to experience, there will be a free lunch, and each participant receives a t-shirt designed after this year's theme. There will also be lab tours of our facilities for students interested.
Registration for E-Expo can be found onthe followingwebsite:
http://engineering-expo.com/eexpo/Main_Page
If you have any questions, email :
For Senior Athletes:
PNC will again be awarding 32 one-time $1,000 scholarships as part of its title sponsorship of the Boys' State Basketball Tournament. One boy and one girl from each of the 16 basketball regions will be chosen and recognized during this year's Boys' Tournament. Deadline for entry is Friday, Feb. 24. The application is now available on the KHSAA Website (http://www.khsaa.org/forms/bk148.pdf) and in the PCHS Guidance Office.
There is no limit to the number of applicants from one school. This is open to all KHSAA Sports including Cheerleading.
ACT Prep at Maysville Community College:
Session II
Date: M-W, April 2 - 4 Fee: $39 incl. book
Time: 6-8 p.m. Location: MC
Session III
Date: T – Th., May 29 - 31 Fee: $39 incl. book
Time: 6-8 p.m. Location: MC
To register call606-759-7141 ext. 66120
Morehead State University Spring Open House dates:
§ March 10, 2012 (Saturday)
To register for Morehead State University’s free open house students may visit: http://www.moreheadstate.edu/openhouse
At Open House students and their families will have the opportunity to get to know members of the Enrollment Services Team and:
· We will waive application fees for all seniors who attend and apply
· Meet members of our faculty and staff
· Check out informative displays
· Find out more about our student services
· Visit the academic department of your interest
· Go on a campus tour
· See our residence halls
· Learn why Morehead State should be your top choice!
The date for Workkeys Testing regarding all ATC seniors will be Tuesday, February 28th. The test will be administered at the ATC. This test is relevant to each high school senior as it provides opportunity for the “Career Ready Academic Certificate”. Every ATC senior from each high school is accountable for the College Ready or Career Ready Certificate, or both. Remember, if a senior receives the College Ready Certificate from the high school they can still be counted as another .5 at the high school for passing our College Ready Certificate.
ACT Preparation
This review of each section of the ACT can help you build confidence and increase your scores. Complete sample tests, learn test-taking tips and review subject matter to help you perform more quickly and comfortably on test day. Taught by two content specialists, the first three weeks focus on mathematical skills with some analytical reasoning in the natural sciences and the second three weeks cover English, rhetorical skills and reading comprehension. Plan to devote two hours outside of class to weekly assignments. This class is recommended for first-time and repeat test-takers.
Date: Saturdays, February 4 - March 17, 2012
(No class on March 10)
Time: 9-11 a.m.
Location: Northern Kentucky University, Room TBA
Fee: $255, includes text book
Contact for program is:
STAFF BIRTHDAYSFEBRUARY
7 - G. Lea
22 – K. Kinder
29 – J. Nahari / MARCH
1 - D. Glaza
5 – M. Bonar
11 – M. Hatfield
14 – R. Perraut
26 – L. Tackett
31 – T. Bentley