1. Stafford High School Daily Announcements Today is Thursday, March 12, 2015 an “X” Day Stafford High School Daily Announcements Today is Thursday, March 12, 2015 an “X” Day

2. Light it Up at Stafford’s First Glow Dance Saturday, March 14 th, 8pm – 11pm In 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.

3. 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!

4. It’s Spirit Week Thursday, MAR 12 th – Generation Day *Freshman, Babies; Sophomores, Teens; Juniors, Working Adults; Seniors, Senior Citizens Friday, MAR 13 th – Spirit Day

5. CONGRATULATIONS!

6. Congratulations to Ben Austin Charles Kresho Corey 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.

7. Congratulations to the following Masonry student on a job well done at the SkillsUSA district 11 Masonry contest. 4th place: Irving Davis 3rd place: John Hilson 2nd place: Kaiden Lewis 1st place: Mike Sterne

8. Congratulations to 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. :)

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

10. Congratulations to the Cast & 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 an Outstanding Acting Award.

12. Battle of the Books Meeting in the library right after school at 2:20 this Thursday the 12th of March. in the library right after school at 2:20 this Thursday the 12th of March. Please make arrangements to be at this meeting.

13. Readers Needed for March 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.

14. 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. Hygiene items such detergent and fabric softners, toothbrushes, and lotion. See Mrs. Raines for the full list. You have until March 11 th

15. 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".

16. Gifted Independent Studies Class for 2015 - 2016 Packets of information for next year's Gifted Independent Studies can 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

17. “Stafford’s Got Talent” The Talent Show is MAR 13 th @ 7pm. For more info: obxldy@gmail.com

18. Coffee Anyone? The cafeteria is selling coffee for breakfast! A 16 oz. cup will cost $1

19. There is nothing like a hot pizza to warm your heart $1.50 a slice. $12 for the whole pie. School Store. After school.

20. Freshman

21. Sophomore’s

22. JUNIORS

23. 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"

25. 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

26. Senior Karaoke Show is Friday, MAR 20 th @ 7pm. Come out & Support your Seniors Cost is $5 at the door. See Mrs. Sutton for more information

27. Sports News

28. Football Players The weight room is now open! Monday & Wednesday – Skill players Tuesday & Thursday – Linemen “Preparation creates separation”

29. GUIDANCE

30. The AP Payment deadline has been extended until Friday, March 13, 2015. 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.

31. Club News

32. 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.

33. The Red Cross Blood Drive will 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.

34. DIVERSITY CLUB will meet on Tuesday, March 17th in Mr. Bixler's room, C102. Please bring your sign making materials.

35. Attention students and staff! 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!

36. 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.

37. Morning & Afternoon Announcements may be turned in to Mrs. Stone in the Video Room S109B or email her!  Have a great Day Indians!  Have a great Day Indians!  Be Safe! stonem@staffordschools.net