Daily Raptor Report
Friday, November 20, 2009
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UPCOMING EVENTS AT RHS
11/20
Spirit Day
Model UN Conference, cont thru the 22nd
11/21
Boys/Girls BBall Hall of Fame Games
Wrestling @ Antioch
11/23
Boys/Girls Bball @ RHS 4:30
11/24
9th and JV Wrestling @ RHS 4:00
11/25
Thanksgiving Break cont. thru 11/29
11/27
Boys/Girls BBall @ Columbia Central, cont 11/28
Sporting events are subject to cancellation
and changes. Please refer to the RHS website for further information on
sporting events.
Articles for the Raptor Report
are provided by teachers, staff, coaches and club sponsors. Please
contact the teacher, staff member, coach or club sponsor regarding corrections,
omissions or clarification of articles.
Progress Reports
Progress reports
were sent home on Tuesday with students and progress reports are being mailed
to parents of students with Ds or Fs at progress time.
Woodland Middle Book Drive
Every
Year, Woodland Middle School does a Charity Book Drive during their Fall Book
Fair, the week after Thanksgiving. This year, we need YOUR help!!
We will be collecting new and gently used teen/young adult books for the Monroe
Carroll Children's Hospital from Nov. 30 to Dec. 4. To participate, drop
a book or two in the Ravenwood Library - or drop by the Woodland Book
Fair! We are open until 3 PM every day Nov. 30 - Dec. 4, plus Thursday
night from 5 to 7. Thank you for your support!
Sponsor
a Yearbook for a Student
Please
contact Natalie Marbury, yearbook advisor, if you are interesting in sponsoring
a yearbook for a student who might otherwise be unable to afford one.
Financial
Aid Night
RHS will hold
its annual Financial Aid Workshop on Monday, December 7th at 7:00 PM
in the RPAC. This program will be incredibly beneficial for parents of
seniors – especially those who aren’t experts in filling out the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is coming up in January –
but parents of underclassmen are encouraged to attend, as well.
Presenters include a financial aid officer at a major Tennessee university and
a representative from the Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (Lottery
Scholarships). If you’d like more information on how to secure financial
aid for your future college student, be sure to attend this informative
presentation
Attn:
Parents and Students
Lost and
found will be taken to Graceworks next Friday, Nov 20.
Parade of Homes Tours
The 6th Annual Holiday Home Tour will take place this year
on Sunday, December 6th, from 1:00 until 5:00 pm. All proceeds will
benefit the Ravenwood Class of 2011. Order forms are available on
the school's website (http://www.wcs.edu/rhs/students/forms/home_tour.doc), or
you can contact any junior class student council member to order tickets.
Tickets are $10 each. The Home
Tour is a fun afternoon filled with holiday spirit and
decorating ideas. Don't miss it! Questions? Please contact
Pam Clark (pamwboys@comcast.net) or
Leigh Rankin (mom247@comcast.net).
Thanks for your support!
Cafeteria
Announcement
Starting
November 30th the cafeteria will no longer allow students to
“charge” for their meals. We apologize for any inconvenience, but this
privilege has gotten out of hand already. Please call Arthur Ley, the
cafeteria manager, if there are any questions. 472-4807.
Attention Parents of AP Students
This
year’s AP exams will be administered during the weeks of May 3 – May 14, 2009.
Tests will take place at Judson Baptist Church. Ravenwood Students taking AP
classes this year should turn in their registration form, fees, and permission
slip to Janice Litvack by November 30th. Please see Mrs. Travis in
the counseling center if you have questions.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
FCA
Guest Speaker
Fellowship of
Christian Athletes will meet tomorrow (Friday) at 6:50am in the RPAC.
Former RHS teacher, Ms. Weimer, former RHS teacher, will be our guest
speaker. Everyone is invited!
Calling
all future Raptor Cheerleaders!!
WHAT: A clinic for anyone interested
in learning a cheerleading routine and cheerleading skill!!
WHEN: December 6, 2009 @ 2pm –
5pm in RHS Gymnasium
WHO: Anyone in kindergarten – 6th
grade interested in attending a cheerleading clinic provided by RHS Varsity
Cheerleaders.
COST: $35 per person (includes a T-Shirt
and snack!!)
After the
clinic on Dec. 6th all girls are invited to perform at a RHS Varsity
Basketball game during halftime. The game is on Wednesday, December 9th
at Ravenwood High School. Please arrive no later than 7pm on December 9th.
Please visit the following website http://teachers2.wcs.edu/high/rhs/jamiek/default.aspx
and click on “cheerleading clinic – December 6th” and print the
attached forms and turn them in no later than November 30th.
Please enclose the medical release, t-shirt order form, and $35 check made out
to RHS in an envelope. Please write “JAMIE KATOLICK” on the outside of
the envelope and bring it to the RHS front office. NO LATE REGISTRATION
IS ALLOWED!!
Math
Tutoring
Math
tutoring will be available after school on Tuesdays in room D106. Ms. Herrin
and Ms Buerstetta will be available from 2:45 - 3:45 p.m.
FACULTY NEW
SPORTS INFO
Hockey
News
The
undefeated Ravenwood hockey team has reason to celebrate after their
commanding 4-1 win over Brentwood Wednesday night, ending the Bruins
undefeated record. Contributing goals were Brad Davis, Alex Doane, Nick
Haggarty, and Michael Bradbury. The Coach and the team would like to
thank the RHS students for their unbelievable support and turn out. You
were the 7th man and helped claim the victory! The Raptors are now 5-0-2
for the season.
Swimming
Results
The Swim Team
won their meet last night against Brentwood HS 304 to 252. The Ravenwood boys
tied with Brentwood boys 138-138 and the Ravenwood girls beat the Brentwood
girls 164-116. Congratulations to all the swimmers for a great job.
Guidance
News
Attention Seniors:
For
the latest scholarship offerings, visit http://www.wcs.edu/rhs/counseling/scholarships.htm
Attention
Students Interested in Vanderbilt University
A
representative from Vanderbilt’s AmbassaDORES program (and a recent RHS grad)
will be here during all homerooms on Monday, November 23rd to answer
questions and give more information about Vanderbilt. Interested students
should come to the Counseling Center during their homeroom or lunch period on
Monday.
College
Programs
|
Date |
College/University |
Location |
|
November
20 |
Lipscomb
University |
RHS
Commons during lunch |
|
December
6 |
John
& Wales |
Holiday
Inn Vanderbilt – 2:00 PM |
Contests
United
Nations Association Essay Contest:
open to 9th-12th graders. 1st place winner receives a $1,500 scholarship and a
trip to New York in March 2010. Other awards of $500-$1000. To enter, visit www.unausa.org/essay2010. Entries
must be submitted by January 5.
John
F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest: For students grades 9-12. Must compose an original and
creative essay of less than 1,000 words (about 4 pages) that demonstrates an understanding
of political courage as described by JFK in Profiles in Courage. Use at least 5
varied sources to describe and analyze the decisions, actions, and risks of an
elected public official in the US since 1956 who has courageously addressed a
political issue at the local, state, national, or international level. Up to 7
winners will receive awards of $500 - $5,000. Entries must be submitted online
by January 9. For complete guidelines, visit www.jfklibrary.org.
Princeton
Prize in Race Relations:
For students in grades 9-12 who are actively involved in a volunteer activity
in the last twelve months that has had a significant, positive impact on race
relations in his or her school or community. Applications can be downloaded at www.princeton.edu/PrincetonPrize
and must be submitted by January 31. Questions?
Email pprize@princeton.edu or call
1-800-742-1036.
Williamson
County Junior Miss 2011:
America’s Junior Miss gives thousands of young women across the nation
opportunities to earn money for college. Since 1958, AJM has awarded more
than $90 million in scholarships. Young women participating in the
program are evaluated on interview, talent, scholastics, fitness, and self
expression. Current juniors are invited to participate in the program for
2011. If interested, visit www.ajm.org and click “Join Us!” and email
Jill Dilday at jill_dilday@hotmail.com.
Summer
Programs
Phillips
Exeter Academy Summer School in New Hampshire will host more than 500 students
(grades 9-12) from July 4 – August 7, 2010 for five weeks of academic study,
athletics, and exploration that carry participants far beyond the classroom and
the playing fields. Tuition is $6,795, and financial aid may be available. For
more information, visit www.exeter.edu/summer
or call 1-800-828-4325.
Cambridge
University in England will offer a summer program in academics &
leadership. Over 65 courses will be available, along with excursions to London,
Stonehenge, Warwick Castle, Stratford-upon-Avon, and sports & evening
activities every night. For additional information, contact www.cambridgecollegeprogramme.org.
Test
Preparation Classes
Mary
Lee Bunch & Associates will offer a prep course for the December 12th ACT
on four Thursdays from 2:45-3:45 at RHS. Dates are November 12, 19 and December
3, 10. Cost is $80. Interested students can pick up a registration sheet in the
reception area of the Counseling Center.
PTO NEWS
Order Your RHS Sweats in Time for the Holidays
Order now to receive in time for the holidays! Ravenwood sweat
pants -- only $30 each. We will be in the commons area during lunches
this week to accept orders, or you may send your order form (http://www.wcs.edu/rhs/students/forms/sweats.doc)
to school. Perfect spiritwear item to keep your RHS student warm
throughout the season! Great gift idea for everyone in the family!
Questions? Please e-mail Angel Huelsmann at ayhuelsmann@yahoo.com.
RHS Blankets
Your
Holiday Shopping is Made Easy! TEAM 2013 is offering Polarfleece blankets with "Ravenwood High
School" and the raptor head logo engraved into the blanket. The blankets
are oversized (50 x 60) and super plush. They are great for bedrooms,
sporting events and will make a great Christmas/holiday gift. There is an
approximate two week turn around on all ordered blankets. *You will need to
place an order by Monday, 11/30 if you want one for Christmas. Please go
to the RHS Fundraising page http://www.wcs.edu/rhs/students/0910/fundraisers.htm
for an order form.