LYNCHBURG-CLAY HIGH SCHOOL

ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR FRIDAY, JANUARY 20, 2012

Character Counts Word of the Week: FAITH – is confidence that actions rooted in good character will yield the best outcome, even when you cannot see how William Hazlett was once quoted, “If you think you can win you can win. Faith is necessary to victory.” Vocabulary Words of the Day: REVIEW – in a critical examination, analyze and comment briefly in organized sequence on the major points of the problem or issue. DETENTION WILL BE SERVED TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS IN ROOM 304 FROM 2:35 – 3:35 LAUREL OAKS STUDENTS Seniors *Composite pictures must be finished by February 15, 2012. If you have not had your picture taken by Impulse Photography, the phone number is 937-840-9430. *Senior recognition is Friday, February 17. Paperwork is due by Friday, January 27, 2012. *Fundraiser for Seniors going on Senior Trip begins January 24, 2012 *T-shirt orders will start Monday, January 23 through Friday, January 27. Orders may be placed before school. *Please read Guidance Announcements.

STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

“December” Lacie Evans

Kelly Flaugher

Rachel Pingleton

Bianca Rudnick

Destinie Weaver

Homecoming Dance The Homecoming Dance will be on Saturday, February 4th from 8 – 11 p.m. This years’ theme is “Depths of Love”. The Student Council invites all students to attend and to contribute to the music that is being played by submitting song lists to the DJ. The website link can be found on the school’s webpage and is located on posters placed throughout the school. (2/4) Homecoming Dance picture information is available in the High School office. STUDENT NEWS Homecoming Dance The Homecoming Dance will be on Saturday, February 4th from 8 – 11 p.m. This years’ theme is “Depths of Love”. The Student Council invites all students to attend and to contribute to the music that is being played by submitting song lists to the DJ. The website link can be found on the school’s webpage and is located on posters placed throughout the school. (2/4) Homecoming Dance picture information is available in the office. Prom Committee There will be a Prom Committee meeting on January 31 during Activity Period, outside Room 211. Seniors *Composite pictures must be finished by February 15, 2012. If you have not had your picture taken by Impulse Photography, the phone number is 937-840-9430. *Senior recognition is Friday, February 17. Paperwork is due by Friday, January 27, 2012. *Fundraiser for Seniors going on Senior Trip begins January 24, 2012. *T-shirt orders will start Monday, January 23 through Friday, January 27. Orders may be placed at lunch, before school or after school. Sophomores Sophomores are reminded to turn in Laurel Oaks application forms by Friday, January 27th. (1/27) LUNCH – JANUARY 20, 2012 Chicken Nuggets Green Beans Dinner Roll Fruit Milk BREAKFAST – JANUARY 23, 2012 French Toast Sticks Fruit Milk

GUIDANCE ANNOUNCEMENTS

General Cincinnati Reds: The Straight A program is designed to reward academic achievement among students in

grades 7-12. Students obtaining an A or A- grade average in academic subjects are eligible for free tickets.

Each Straight A student will be able to select 2 free View Level tickets for one of the designated dates on the

Straight A order form. The 2nd nine weeks will be used to determine eligibility.

Pre-College Summer Program Opportunities for Students: http://www.studenteducationprograms.com

*Sophomores Reminder to turn in permission forms to attend the Laurel Oaks field trip

o WHEN: January 18th.

o Permission forms due January 10th

o Only students with an interest in attending Oaks next year need to attend the field trip

Juniors Schedule Pre-College Conferences in Guidance office. If you have not already done so, take advantage of the 3 college days this year and begin exploring potential

schools! See guidance office for paperwork

*Seniors TO:

File the FAFSA o Attend Financial Aid Night at LCHS Jan. 9th @ 7:00 p.m.

o Make arrangements to attend College Goal Sunday, February 12, 2012. Free service to help you and

your family COMPLETE the FAFSA! Register ASAP @ www.ohiocollegegoalsunday.org. Choose the

location most convenient for you.

Continue searching for scholarships via the announcements and the colleges applied to. Meet all DeadlineS!!

*Check out these scholarship search engine:*

o http://www.studentcollegescholarships.com/ohio.html o www.scholarships.com o www.studentscholarships.org

*PSO Students Reminder: Check with Guidance office to ensure you are taking the classes you need for GRADUATION!!!

PLEASE provide a copy of your Winter Quarter/Spring Semester to the guidance office once you have registered!

Check the announcements for scholarship opportunities!

*ACT * ACT PREP BOOKS are available for loan in the Guidance Office. Sign-up to check one out. OHIO UNIVERSITY: offering ACT prep courses @ OU Chillicothe Campus.

o WHEN: January 21 & 28, 2012. Registration fee $100. Register before December 22, 2011 fee = $90. Pick-

up registration forms in guidance office. Registration DEADLINE January 13, 2012

$$$ SCHOLARSHIPS $$$ The following scholarships are now available in the Guidance office. Check DEADLINES and criteria for each. Additional

information and flyers can be found in the Guidance Office! Make sure you have completed scholarship applications at the colleges to which you have applied. The vast majority of scholarship dollars come from the colleges, themselves. Scholarship Deadline/

Amount Info.

1. PROFILE IN COURAGE ESSAY CONTEST

January 7, 2012 1st place: $10,000 2nd place: &1,000 5 finalist: $500 each

The John F. Kennedy Library Foundation invites U.S. high school students to write an essay on an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official who served during or after 1956. For contest information, registration, and to submit your essay visit the Profile in Courage Essay Contest at www. Jfklibrary.org

2. MENSA EDUCATION & RESEARCH FOUNDATION

January 15, 2012 1st place: $3,000 2nd place: $2,000 3rd place: $1,000

Applicants must fill out the application form and send it with an essay describing their career, vocational or academic goals. Essays must be no longer than 550 words and must be submitted to the participating Local Group where the applicant lives by the application deadline. Visit: www.mensafoundation.org/scholarships for eligibility requirements and applications

3. General Electric Credit Union (GECU): 15th Annual Robert A. Cunningham Memorial Scholarship

5:00 p.m. Monday, January 9, 2012 Amount: $2,000

FLYERS AVAIABLE IN GUIDANCE OFFICE Criteria includes: College bound, graduating HS senior Primary member of GECU* Activities must demonstrate a Steadfast and longer-serving spirit of volunteerism Strong academic record with “B” average Visit www.gecreditunion.org for application and other scholarship opportunities as well!!!

4. *BIGSUN SCHOLARSHP

The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. We are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in. Visit http://www.bigsunathletics.com/ to learn how to apply

5. United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship Program

January 12, 2012

Each year $1,000 grants will be awarded to high school seniors who are U.S. citizens graduating from U.S. accredited schools, and plan to continue their education at accredited post-secondary colleges, universities or vocational schools. The number of grants awarded annually will be at the discretion of the United States JCI Senate Foundation. They must be used for educational expenses in the first year of full-time study. Checks awarded will be made out in the name of the recipient and the educational institution of their choice.

6. *Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program

June 15, 2012 Up to $1,000 to the winners

Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our scholarship program for the 5th year. Application Process Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm Full details are available on our site.

7. BK SCHOLOARS

Application period Nov. 15-Jan. 10 $50,000, $25,000, $5,000, or $1,000

High School Seniors, BURGER KING employees & children of BURGER KING employees are eligible to apply Eligibility & How to Apply visit: http://www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_scholarship_eligibility.html

8. U.S BANK SCHOLARSHIP

October 2011-March 2012 $1,000

Forty lucky high school seniors/college undergraduate will win a $1,000 U.S. Bank Scholarship. H.S. seniors who will be attending a U.S. Bank Student Loan eligible 4 year college or university are encouraged to apply. Winners are chosen @ random. Visit usbank.com/scholarship for more details.

9. Hoxworth Blood Center 2 Scholarships Available:

A: Hoxworth H.S.

$1,000 Due last Friday in March

Applicants are rated in the following categories: academics, community service & school related activities. Essay of 250-300 words on topic “Innovative ways to turn H.S. students into loyal blood donors.” Visit www.hoxworth.org/highschool to download application & see full criteria

B: Malcolm P. Adcock Memorial Scholarship

$1,000 Due last Friday in March

Criteria include: minority senior currently enrolled in h.s. within Hoxworth service area, min. GPA 2.5, active in school & community, essay of 250-300 words “ Why more minority blood donors are needed in our community”, enrolling next fall as full-time student to study in designated fields of health professions, public health, nursing.

10. .* "Aspiring Animation Professional" Scholarship Program

$1,000 May 1, 2012

Selection Criteria Scholarships may be used at any accredited post-secondary school or college. Selection is based on the students high school academic performance combined with the student's application essay. Selection is determined by the AnimationCareerReview.com staff. Scholarship is a one-year non-renewable scholarship. Application and essay are submitted online at www.AnimationCareerReview.com. Three $1000 scholarships will be awarded to seniors attending high schools in three different states: California, Florida, and Ohio for a total of nine scholarships.

11. *StudentScholarships.org

Various Visit this website to search for multiple scholarships!!! Davidson Fellows Scholarship The Grand Scholarship Odenza Marketing Scholarship Vancouver Restaurant Scholarship Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship Big Dig Scholarship Man Mac Automatic Scholarship

12. . Universal 1 Credit Union

$1,000 March 15, 2012

Glen R. Kershner Memorial Scholarship: members of Universal 1 Credit Union eligible to apply. Must complete an essay and application form. Find forms @ www.u1cu.org or in Guidance Office.

13. Ohio Newspaper Foundation

$1,500 March 31, 2012

Minority Journalism Scholarship: intended for H.S. seniors planning to major in journalism at OH college or university. Applications in Guidance Office OR @ www.ohionews.org