March 29

Thursday, March 29, 2018

Oak Ridge High School Daily Bulletin

STUDENT INFO

Those juniors who believe they have a 3.6 cumulative GPA through 3^rd term of this year, and who wish to be considered for membership in National Honor Society must pick up  a Verification of Interest Form from Mrs. Milloway in the Library.  Signed and completed forms are due back to the Library on April 10 at 3:15.  NO LATE FORMS CAN BE ACCEPTED!! (3/26, 3/27, 3/29) – L. Bailey

Would you like to spend spring break 2019 following the allied forces of World War II through England, France, Belgium, and Germany? It is the 75^th anniversary of the liberation of Europe and we are taking a student tour to experience this history firsthand. Even though we will continue recruitment through the semester, the early enrollment discount of $300 is only valid for students that sign up by this Thursday, 3/29. See Mr. Pickering (LC322) for more information. (3/28-3/29) – A. Pickering

It’s time for the annual Senior Art Show. Seniors wishing to participate must attend a short, but mandatory meeting Thursday Mar 29, immediately after school in VA 102 (Wakefield). You will get important information and we will plan this year’s show. See Ms. Wakefield if you have a conflict and will not attend. (3/28-3/29) – A. Wakefield

Do all you can to finish the academic year strong! Come to free NHS tutoring with Jared Galloway and Allison Aldridge from 3:15 to 3:50 after school in the Counselling Center. (3/28-3/29) – K. Senter

Congratulations to Steven Qu (1^st place) and Andrew Brady (2^nd place) for winning the local ACS Chemistry Olympiad. They will move on to compete in the National Chemistry Olympiad on April 20^th at UTK.  (3/29) – J. Whitaker

Students who have been invited to join La Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica should remember to bring the $15.00 dues to Mrs. Ferguson by Tuesday, April 3. Please see Mrs. Ferguson in CS 301 if you have questions. (3/29, 4/2) – L. Ferguson

Are you getting excited for prom? Still not sure what you will wear? The cost of dresses bringing you down? Stop by Ms. Eidam’s room after school on Thursday, March 29, Monday, April 2, or Thursday, April 5 to check out the dresses and beauty products available to you for free! Prom night is every girls’ dream, and we look forward to helping you find the perfect dress and accessories to make your night complete. We hope to see you there! (3/29, 4/2, 4/4) – B. Estep

COUNSELING INFO

Deadline to apply for the Sarah Ketron Scholarshiip from Altrusa International of Oak Ridge is quickly approaching this Saturday the 31st. Altrusa is offering scholarships of up to $1,000.00 to each deserving woman. For more information on this scholarship and others please visit the Oak Ridge High School Counseling webpage. If you have any questions please see Mrs. Morris in the counseling office. (3/28-3/29) – A. Morris

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY – The Spirit of Compassion Scholarship is offered to an ORHS senior who has best demonstrated an unconditional love and a spirit of compassion for the people of their community.  The application period is February 14^th through April 14^th.  Each applicant should provide a one page letter that details the activities they have done over the past 24 months to put their love and compassion into action in their community.  They will write one short paragraph on why they have shown love and compassion to others.  The scholarship will be for $500 and given as a check along with a certificate to the winner.  There are no restrictions on what the scholarship can be used for.  Applications should be turned in to Ms. Redman in the school counseling office by April 14^th.  (3/28-3/29) – P. Redman

CLUB & ORGANIZATION INFO

Are you looking for an exciting and unique club sport? Come join the Oak Ridge Ultimate Frisbee Club! The team practices Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00-7:00 at Elm Grove Park. Bring plenty of water and cleats if you have them. Check out ORUC’s Instagram page at orhs_ultimate for more information and let them know if you have any questions. The regular season starts soon so don’t wait! (3/27, 3/29) – D. Kolodney

National Honor Society will meet on Monday, April 2^nd at 3:15 in LC-327.  All members are expected to attend.  Please see Madame Bailey in LC-304 to explain conflicts. (3/28, 3/29, 4/2) – L. Bailey

Math Club will meet on Thursday after school to finalize work for the Mini Mu Competition on Saturday.  Please plan on attending or letting Mrs. Mullins or Dr. Vaughan know if you cannot be there. (3/28-3/29) – K. Mullins

YuGi Oh! Club will meet in Dr. Colquitt’s room, CS 235, after school today until 5 pm. (3/29) – R. Colquitt

SENIOR INFO

Seniors: Graduation supplies will be delivered on Thursday, April 5, during lunch. You may pick up your supplies in room CS347 (Mrs. Ledden’s classroom). However, you will only be able to pick up your supplies if your balance owed is paid in full. You may bring payment on that day or pay Jostens before April 5. Checks should be made payable to Jostens. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Ledden, or e-mail her at tledden@ortn.edu. You may contact Jostens’ at 423-787-0025 or 800-567-8367. (3/29, 4/2) – T. Ledden

Seniors: Each year, members of the Senior Class speak at Convocation and Commencement. Tryouts for these Senior Speeches are held on one day.  Make-ups are not available. This year, tryouts will be held on Thursday, April 5, at 3:15 in CS336. If you think you may be interested in trying out, see Ms. Sasser in CS336 for additional information. (3/27, 3/28, 4/2-4/4) – J. Sasser

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