Daily Bulletin 9-20-19

[Hayslett, Lorei]

REDWOOD HIGH SCHOOL             [cid:image001.jpg at 01D56F00.D18560C0]
DAILY BULLETIN
9/20/19

TODAY:

1.       JUNIORS: The PSAT will be held on Wednesday October 16th; cost is $18.00 per student.  REGISTRATION STARTS TODAY AND WILL CLOSE ONCE ALL SPOTS ARE FILLED.  SPACE IS LIMITED AND IS ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST SIGN-UP BASIS. Students can pay $18 in the Finance Center (Before School, After school and at lunch).  Cash or Card only.  No checks.  Students may also pay online through the Ranger Web Store.  https://www.vusd.org/redwood  There is a small convenience fee.  The Fall PSAT is designed for 11th grade students only.  9th and 10th grade students will have the opportunity to take the PSAT in Spring 2020. There are a limited number of fee waivers available.  See Mr. Matta regarding fee waiver guidelines.

2.       ABLAZE CATHOLIC CLUB MEMBERS: Pick up your club shirt in Room 1 (Sierra Vista Campus) after school TODAY. Wear your club shirt for Fatima and Homecoming. Also, you can still buy a shirt for $8.00. Come to Room 1 (Sierra Vista Campus) after school and let's take care of business.
SPORTS TODAY/EARLY RELEASES:
Girls Water Polo @ Arroyo Grande Varsity Tourney/Early Release 7:00 a.m.
Football @ Atascadero - Frosh 3:00 p.m./Early Release 10:30 a.m.
Football @ Atascadero - JV 5:15 p.m./Early Release 12:45 p.m.
Football @ Atascadero - Varsity 7:30 p.m./Early Release 2:15 p.m.
Girls Cross Country @ Sierra Pacific Invitational 12:00 p.m./Early Release 10:30 a.m.
NEW ANNOUNCEMENT:

1.       CSF'S FIRST MEETING is WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2ND in the gym at lunch!  Doors will be closed at 12:40 so don't be late!  CSF officers will be discussing senior lifetime procedures, freshmen membership, community service opportunities, and our new t-shirt design.  There will be treats and a chance to win a CSF t-shirt! We can't wait to welcome our freshmen into our club!

2.       CSF is selling t-shirts to all current members and to freshmen for $10 each.  We will wear these for community service projects, club days, and for our yearbook picture.  Don't miss out! Come by room 108 to order by October 4th.

3.       Coloring Club: meeting Monday September 23rd in room 103 to discuss homecoming float and to color. Link has two new coloring books...

PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1.       CAL GRANT OP-OUT:  With the implementation of Assembly Bill 2160, California public high schools are required to submit a Cal Grant high school Grade Point Average (GPA) for all graduating seniors, unless the student or parent has opted out of the submission process.  If you do not want Redwood High School to report a GPA, please have your student pick up the opt-out form from their counselor or the Redwood Counseling Office.  Opt-out forms must be returned by September 23rd.

2.       BOY SCICON COUNSELORS needed for the week of September 23rd and October 7th.  If interested please see Mrs. Hayslett in the Counseling Office.

3.       2019 HOMECOMING DRESS UP DAYS:  Monday September 23rd - Power Rangers (class colors Seniors: Red; Juniors: Yellow; Sophomore: Pink; Freshmen: Black; Staff: Green.  Tuesday: ICarly (vsco, e-boy, tik tok trends).  Wednesday: The Fresh Prince Of Bel Air (90's).  Thursday: Drake & Josh (duo day). Friday: Blues Clues (Ranger Pride, spirit day).

4.       BOYS BASKETBALL practice will be on Monday September 23rd from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. on the track.  This is for students who don't play a fall sport.

5.       Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) will be MEETING Tuesday September 24th in room 38 during lunch. Our mission is to help create an accepting environment regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity through education, support, social action, and advocacy.

6.      ATTENTION SENIORS AND JUNIORS:  Elizabeth Tinoco-Rodríguez, FRESNO STATE AMBASSADOR plans to be on campus every Tuesday starting September 24th.  She will be in the RHS library from 9am-1pm.  She is available to answer any application, major and general questions regarding Fresno St.

7.       HIP HOP CLUB MEETING September 25th at lunch in the dance room.  Preparing for Homecoming.

8.    Redwood's Parents Teachers Students Association PTSA MEETING is on Monday September 30th at 12:15 p.m. in the Redwood library.  Thank you to those that attended the August Meeting, we plan on continuing our tradition of informative and efficient meetings.  You do not need to join/volunteer PTSA to attend meetings.  If you haven't already joined PTSA, it's not too late!  Parent, family members, friends, and staff are welcome!  Click on the link below - it's that easy!  https://jointotem.com/ca/visalia/redwood-high-ptsa

9.       AP TESTING REGISTRATION WILL BEGIN TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1st.  AP Testing will take place May 4th - May 15th.  To register for an AP Exam, students must pay the full $94 fee in the Finance office or online through the Redwood webstore.  Registration forms are in the Counseling Office outside of Ms. Molina's office.  The deadline to register is Tuesday, November 5 at 3:30 p.m.  If you qualify for free or reduced lunch or meet Federal Income Guidelines, you may qualify for a fee waiver.  Please come see Ms. Molina to apply for the fee waiver.  If you have any questions regarding AP testing please see Ms. Molina.

10.   MANDATORY GIRLS SOCCER MEETING: Wednesday October 2nd at lunch in Room 30.  See Coach Vieira if you have any questions.

11.   UNDERCLASSMAN PICTURE MAKE-UP DAY for is Thursday October 3rd from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Redwood Library.

12.   SENIOR PICTURE MAKE-UP DAY is Thursday October 3rd from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Library.

13.   Redwood Students, do you need volunteer hours for your service club or college entrance requirements? Mineral King Elementary School's PTA is looking for students interested in volunteering for their annual carnival on October 4th from 4:30pm to 7:30pm. If you or your club is interested in volunteering please call Mary Garcia from Mineral King PTA at 559-799-9161.

14.   ATTENTION SENIORS, JUNIORS AND SOPHOMORES:  Just a reminder that if you accumulate 10 unexcused tardies and or 10 Unverified/Unexcused Absences then your off campus lunch privileges will be revoked for the remainder of the grading period. Please get to class and be on time. If you have absences for being sick, court, or family emergencies please have your parents call the attendance office. Freshman if you accumulate 10 unexcused tardies you will serve detention to make up missed time during lunch.

SENIORS:
SCHOLARSHIPS:

1.       JUNIORS AND SENIORS: College Board has launched the College Board Opportunity Scholarship. Please visit https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/ for additional information. Scholarship deadlines vary.

2.    AES Engineer Scholarship
Criteria:  Future leaders in all areas attending a college or university, it is not required
to be an engineer to receive this scholarship
Application Process:  Apply at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
Deadline:  October 6

3.    Haz La U Scholarship
Amount: up to $15,000 grant
*Be of Hispanic heritage.  *Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States with a valid Social Security Number at the time of application. All legal permanent residents must submit a copy of their valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551 (not expired).  *Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. *Be pursuing or plan to pursue your first undergraduate degree *Have plans to enroll full-time in a degree seeking program at a two or four year U.S. accredited institution in the U.S., Puerto Rico, U. S. Virgin Islands, or Guam during the next academic year  *To apply, applicants must currently be a high school senior, entering a two year or four year college next school year.  *Must apply for federal financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)Apply at : www.colgate.com/hazlau<https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/core-values/community-responsibility/make-the-u>  Deadline: October  15

4.    Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Scholarship
Amount:  $1,000 to $5,000 per year
Criteria:  Applicants must be:  *Current high school (or home-schooled) seniors attending school in the U.S. (or select DoD schools)  *U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, U.S. Permanent Residents, Refugees, Asylees, Cuban-Haitian Entrants, or Humanitarian Parolees  *Anticipating completion of high school diploma at the time of application  *Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution  Application Process: Apply at https://webportalapp.com/sp/login/ccsf
Deadline:  October 31

5.    Elk's National Foundation Most Valuable Student

Amount:  $1,000-$12,500 per year
Criteria:  Must be a U.S. citizen and have a financial need; open to high school seniors who exhibit leadership qualities Application Process: Apply at www.elks.org<http://www.elks.org/ENF/scholars/mvs.cfm>  Deadline:  November 5.


Lorei Hayslett
Secretary Student Services
Redwood High School







Lorei Hayslett
Administrative Assistant Student Services and Activities
Redwood High School
559-730-7723

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