(ALL 9th-12th)
Soccer conditioning will be held Wednesday from 3:30 until 5:00 the week of November 10 through 14 due to the Holiday and the soccer meeting at OHS Thursday night. The following week conditioning will be held as scheduled; Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays from 3:30 until 5:00.
FTA will meet today Wednesday, Nov. 12, after school in Mrs. Chandler’s room right after school. Please bring dues ($12.00).
OHS CHOIR ------------ 2ND GATLINBURG PAYMENT DUE today NOVEMBER 12!!
Parent Meeting Announcement: If you are interested in trying out for soccer, there will be a parent meeting Thursday, November 13 at 6:00 pm in the OHS library on the ground floor. The meeting will be for Varsity and JV.
FCS/FCA Christmas Shoe Boxes are due to Mrs. Sparks room 510 by Friday, November 22st.
OHS CHOIRS IN WORLD SERVICE - NOVEMBER 12-24. FUNDRAISING PROJECT WITH "SOLES FOR SOULS". $5 OR $10 DONATION BUYS A NEEDY CHILD A PAIR OF SHOES, AND ALSO HELPS FUND THE OHS CHOIRS. PLEASE HELP US SEND 1,000 PAIRS OF SHOES TO THOSE IN NEED!!!!!
(OHS 10th-12th)
The GANCEL Christmas project information has been posted in each junior and senior English teacher's classrooms as well as the bullitin board outside of room 302. Project deadline is Friday, November 21.
JUNIORS: Student Leaders in Service is a week-long residential program for students who will be seniors in the 2009-2010 academic school year, sponsored by Birmingham Southern College. The Program exposes juniors to leadership theories and provides opportunities to practice leadership through community service, while also giving them a taste of college life. The Program will include the following activities. Eligible students must have a 2.25 or higher GPA and a 21 ACT or 980 SAT to be accepted. The cost is $450 for food, lodging, entertainment, transportation, and reading materials. If you are interested, see Ms. Knight
Juniors and Seniors: Prom fees must be paid by Dec. 12th or a late fee of $15 will be added. Pay Mrs. NeSmith in room 415.
SENIORS only:
The new “Guidance News” blog has been set up. To find it, go to the Oxford System website (www.oxford.k12.al.us); look under “School,” and go to Oxford High School; look under “Highlights,” and you will find the link to the blog; click this, and it will take you to the blog. There, you will find the information that I am receiving about scholarships, financial aid, college admissions, college fairs, etc. Check it out for some very important information. You must stay on top of college admissions and scholarship deadlines!!! See Ms. Knight if you have any questions.
The new “Guidance News” blog has been set up. To find it, go to the Oxford System website (www.oxford.k12.al.us); look under “School,” and go to Oxford High School; look under “Highlights,” and you will find the link to the blog; click this, and it will take you to the blog. There, you will find the information that I am receiving about scholarships, financial aid, college admissions, college fairs, etc. Check it out for some very important information. You must stay on top of college admissions and scholarship deadlines!!! See Ms. Knight if you have any questions.
If you are interested in the Chemical Engineering program at Auburn University and possibly a scholarship in this field, see Ms. Knight immediately.
Mrs. Tidwell with Gadsden State Community College’s “Educational Talent Search” Program will meet with students during fifth period in the cafeteria on the following dates for first semester: -----WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3RD
The NFIB YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR AWARDS SCHOLARSHIP is available to students who plan to attend an accredited, non-profit, four or two-year college or technical school. The student must demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit and initiative, such as starting a business and participating in school organizations such as FBLA. Work experience and community-service endeavors are considered. The awards range from $1,000 to $10,000. Apply online at www.nfib.com. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS DECEMBER 15, 2008.
JSU’s ARMY ROTC SCHOLARSHIP is a four-year scholarship through JSU’s ROTC program. It includes full tuition and fees for four years, plus extra money for room, board, and books. The student must be a U.S. citizen between the ages of 17 and 26. It requires a 2.5 GPA or higher with a minimum 19 ACT score. The applicant must meet physical standards and agree to accept a commission and serve in the Army on Active Duty or in a Reserve Component (U.S. Army Reserve or Army National Guard). Applications are available online in mid-September. Apply at www.goarmy.com/rotc/high_school_students.jsp. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS JANUARY 1, 2009.
The LINLY HEFLIN SCHOLARSHIP for $2,500 is available to a limited number of Alabama women who plan to attend a four-year Alabama college. The applicant must have a good academic record and significant economic need. Go to www.thewomensfundbham.org to apply. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS January 1, 2009.
The applications for the J. Craig and Page T. Smith First in Family and other scholarships are now available online at www.jcraigsmithfoundation.org, or you may pick up an application in Ms. Knight’s office. Application deadline: January 1, 2009!
The GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARS PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP is available to any student who is a member of a minority group. The student must have at least a 4.4 GPA and meet Pell Grant eligibility (financial need). The scholarship application must be submitted online at www.gmsp.org. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS JANUARY 12, 2009.
The BEST BUY SCHOLARSHIP requires good grades and outstanding community service. Applications will be available online in January 2009. Be sure to look for the deadline! Apply at www.bestbuyinc.com/community.
HARVARD UNIVERSITY’S FINANCIAL AID INITIATIVE provides the opportunity for honor students from low-income families earning less than $60,000 a year to attend Harvard without paying any tuition. Call the Harvard College Financial Aid Office at 617-495-1581. For further information, go to www.fao.fas.harvard.edu.
The Optimist International Essay Contest is open to students who are under the age of 19 as of December 31st of the 2008-2009 school year. To be considered for this scholarship, you will have to write a 400-500-word essay on the following topic, “Today’s Choices Shape My Future.” Submit the essay to your local Optimist Club. For further information, go to www.fastweb.com.
(Academy 9th)
Upward Bound is a program designed to provide academic support, counseling, tutoring, career mentoring, and cultural experiences for first generation college students. Classes meet two Saturdays a month during the school year, and there is a six-week program in the summer where students stay on Jacksonville State University's campus and participate in a variety of campus activities. If you are interested in Upward Bound, please see Mrs. Holladay to get an application.
