Stafford High SchoolDaily Announcements

Today is Thursday, March 12, 2015

an “X” Day

Light it Up at Stafford’s First Glow Dance

Saturday, March 14th , 8pm – 11pmIn the SHS Gym

What is a GLOW Dance?It’s a dance where the lighting is black lights & most

colors, especially white, will glow.Tickets are $10 in advance

and $15 at the door.

Glow Dance Tickets

are on sale NOW in the cafeteria. Get your permission slips and guest forms ASAP from the main office, the ticket

sales table in the lunchroom, or online at the school fusion page under Activities, then SCA. Guest forms are due back no

later than THURSDAY!

It’s Spirit Week

Thursday, MAR 12th – Generation Day*Freshman, Babies; Sophomores, Teens;

Juniors, Working Adults; Seniors, Senior CitizensFriday, MAR 13th – Spirit Day

CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations toBen Austin

Charles KreshoCorey Lando

For earning the high scores in the most recent Virginia Math League Competition.

Cory also has the cumulative high score for Stafford High School.

Congratulations to the followingMasonry student

on a job well done at the

SkillsUSA district 11 Masonry contest.

4th place: Irving Davis3rd place: John Hilson

2nd place: Kaiden Lewis1st place: Mike Sterne

Congratulations to Tressa Largent and Mary Faith Stearns

known as the Beautifully Broken Team for advancing to the State Destination

Imagination Tournament. They scored 99/100 on the instant challenge which was the highest scores of all the teams.

Their team manager is Jennifer Stearns. :)

Congratulations to theSHS Forensics Team

Stafford finished 3rd in the 6A Regional Tournament.TOP FINISHES:• 2nd in Prose: William Howell• 2nd in Storytelling: Ruby Colebaugh• 2nd in Serious Dramatic Interp.: Courtney Mears• 3rd in Poetry: Monica Kelley• 3rd in Serious Duo: Courtney Clyde & Chris Alison• 4th in Humorous Duo: Lexi Swager & Will Stimpson

Congratulations to theCast & Crew of the SHS Theater Department’s production of

BACK BOG BEAST BAIT,Named the VHSL 6A State Theater Runner-Up.

Also congratulations to ELISE ANDREW, who won anOutstanding Acting Award.

Battle of the Books Meeting

in the library right after school at 2:20 this Thursday the 12th of March.

Please make arrangements to be at this meeting.

Readers Needed forMarch Madness Kindle Tournament

Read 5 books in 10 weeks…which one will you choose to win the challenge? First 24 students to sign-up will make

the team. Sign Up Library.

Attention HOSA members

We are participating, along side FBLA to gather needed items for Mary’s Shelter. Bring the following items to Mrs. Raines’ room for HOSA points….• Hygiene items such detergent and fabric softners,

toothbrushes, and lotion.See Mrs. Raines for the full list.

You have until March 11th

Attention Students:The Sophomore Class

is collecting items for Empowerhouse: a house for domestic violence for women and children. Items

range from any household goods and cleaning products, diapers/pullups and wipes, dry foods and canned goods, as well as healthy snacks for

children. Students can also donate food, gas cards, and phone cards. Please bring all donations to Mrs. Jackson's room - C 105. All donations are

greatly appreciated".

Gifted Independent Studies Class for 2015 - 2016

• Packets of information for next year's Gifted Independent Studies can

be attained on Mrs. Purnell's Fusion GAP:Focus in the Files Section ,

Guidance Office, and Room E 102.All proposals, parent permission forms, and

teacher recommendations due by May 8, 2015

“Stafford’s Got Talent”

The Talent Show is MAR 13th @ 7pm.For more info: obxldy@gmail.com

Coffee Anyone?

The cafeteria is selling coffee for breakfast!A 16 oz. cupwill cost $1

There is nothing like a hot pizza to warm your heart

$1.50 a slice . $12 for the whole pie.School Store. After school.

Freshman

Sophomore’s

JUNIORS

Attention all Juniors

that have turned in their completed Dual Enrollment Packets for next year: IF you need

to take the Virginia Placement Test please make sure you have signed up in the

Counseling Center. Testing will be next week..March 17th, 18th and 19th after school

in the library. Any questions please see Mrs. Bryant in the Counseling Center"

SENIORS

SENIOR CAP AND GOWN PHOTOS WILL BE TAKEN IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER BEGINNING

TUESDAY MARCH 17 AND CONTINUING WEDNESDAY MARCH 18. CHECK THE LIST

OUTSIDE W206, MRS. GILL'S ROOM, FOR YOUR TIME SLOT. IF YOUR NAME IS NOT THERE,

PLEASE STOP BY TO HAVE MRS. GILL ADD YOUR NAME

Senior Karaoke Show is

Friday, MAR 20th @ 7pm.Come out & Support your Seniors

Cost is $5 at the door.See Mrs. Sutton for more information

Sports News

Football Players

The weight room is now open!Monday & Wednesday – Skill players

Tuesday & Thursday – Linemen“Preparation creates separation”

GUIDANCE

The AP Payment deadline

has been extended until Friday, March 13, 2015.

After this date there will be a $55.00 late fee per exam. Payments can be

made to Ms. Bliss or Mrs. Ritchie.

Club News

Key Club

meetings on Thursday, March 12th in Room S-205.

March newsletters are also available and will be distributed at the meetings and

at lunch on Thursday. If you do not get a newsletter, stop by S-205.

The Red Cross Blood Drivewill be held on Thursday, March 19th.

Forms can be picked up outside Ms. Bridges' room, S-205. Juniors taking SOL tests on the 19th, which is a Y-Day, will not be able to participate this time. Forms are due back on

Tuesday, March 17th.

DIVERSITY CLUB

will meet on Tuesday, March 17th in Mr. Bixler's room, C102. Please bring

your sign making materials.

Attention students and staff!

Come support the NHS spirit night on Wednesday, March 18th from

5-8pm at the Chick-fil-A on Route 17.

Hope to see you there!

Please be extra observant and drive with caution

as you enter and leave school.& Don’t forget to dress warmly. It’s

colder than you think.

Morning & Afternoon Announcements may be turned in to Mrs. Stone in the Video Room S109B or

email her!

Have a great Day Indians! Be Safe!

stonem@staffordschools.net