1. Stafford High School Daily Announcements Today is Thursday, February 12, 2015 a “Y” Day Stafford High School Daily Announcements Today is Thursday, February 12, 2015 a “Y” Day

2. Celebrating Black Excellence Black History Month 2015

3. Do not call for Black Power Or Green Power. Call for brain power. ~ Barbara Jordan former US Congresswoman

4. T-Shirts available for Black History Month $11.00 Only $11 Black History is American History Room S109B

5. CONGRATULATIONS!

6. Congratulations to the following students, who qualified for the District SkillsUSA Masonry contest scheduled for following students, who qualified for the District SkillsUSA Masonry contest scheduled for February 20th at The Spotsylvania Career and Technical Center. Michael Sterne, Kaiden Lewis, Noah Robertson, Irving Davis, John Hilson, and Chris Maconaughey.

7. Black History is American History ~ Morgan Freeman American Actor

9. Battle of the Books Meeting in the library Thursday afternoon at 2:15. All members need to attend. If you are interested you may attend as well.

10. Attention Juniors & Seniors This week is your chance to pick a prom theme. The choices are “Secret Garden,” “Black and White, and Gatsby. Junior class officers will be going around during lunch collecting money. The theme that gets the most money will be the theme for the this year’s prom. Make sure you vote for your favorite theme.

11. Attention all Juniors who are taking the Writing SOL in March- Don't miss out on a special after-school tutoring session each Wednesday in February from 2:30 -3:30 in room S224 held by Ms. Walters and Mrs. Coleman to prepare you for the upcoming test. Snacks will be provided."

12. Sophomore Class Officers February 17th at 2:30 p.m. in Mrs. Jackson's room C105. There will be a meeting next Tuesday, February 17th at 2:30 p.m. in Mrs. Jackson's room C105. The meeting will encompass our Spring Fundraising event.

13. You got a bae? Today at lunch is your last chance to buy them a rose for Valentine’s Day! On Friday, (Feb 13 th ) Cupid will deliver it himself! For only $2 you can treat your special someone to a rose and a specialized message (or yourself, because you deserve one too!) Profits are going to support our first SHS Glow Dance!

15. IF you have turned in your application for Photography & Graphic Design next year, In order to fully express your interest, you can now go and register for the course through StudenVue with course number 9190. Please remember that by submitting an application and choosing the course you are NOT guaranteed enrollment.

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

17. Pizza…you know you want it. The perfect food to get you through the afternoon. $1.50 a slice. $12 for the whole pie. $1.50 a slice. $12 for the whole pie. School Store. After school.

19. Senior Karaoke Intent Forms are due to Mrs. Sutton TODAY in the library.

20. Seniors Check the wall outside W206, Mrs. Gills Room, for your activities listed in the year book. Fill out a slip to correct them by next Wednesday, FEB 11 th. by next Wednesday, FEB 11 th.

21. Sports News

22. The Girls Tennis Team Conditioning for girls tennis team has been canceled for this week. Conditioning will Tuesday, FEB 17 th @ 2:40pm – 4:00pm. Please check the girls Tennis Team website for more information. Conditioning will resume on Tuesday, FEB 17 th @ 2:40pm – 4:00pm. Please check the girls Tennis Team website for more information.

24. Interested in playing BOYS TENNIS, this spring? See Mr. Miller in Room W211 before, during, and after school

25. GUIDANCE

26. Challenge Permission Slips are Available now in the main office. Make sure you secure your spot in this important program. If you are in 11th or 12th grade and have previously participated in Challenge Day and are interested in participating again- you have the opportunity to be a Challenge Day Teen Leader. This is great way to get some experience in a leadership position. Please see Ms. Worhatch for more details.

27. Dual Enrollment Tuition is Due For all Seniors currently enrolled in Mr. Andrews DE English class. The deadline is Tuesday, February 17 th. Please bring your payment to Mrs. Bryant in the Counseling Center.

28. Attention AP Students! The deadline to pay for your AP Exams is February 27, 2015. You can pay your exam fees to Ms. Bliss in the Counseling Center or Mrs. Ritchie in the main office. Payments will be accepted before and after school daily. Checks or Cash are accepted. EXACT CHANGE ONLY. After February 27 th there will be an additional $55.00 late fee attached to each exam you are taking. OUCH!

29. Club News

30. Friday is Crazy Hat Day FCCLA has a goal to raise $300 this week for Hope for Tomorrow. To wear a hat you must purchase a wristband for $1 before Friday at 7:40am. See an FCCLA member or stop by N114 to participate. =====

31. Key Clubbers There are key club meetings on Thursday in S 205

32. There is a mandatory forensics meeting Thursday after school. We will be discussing conference forensics. All members of the team must see me if they cannot be present.

33. Students & Faculty Come Out & Support the SHS Step Team for their first competition on Saturday, February 21 at Dodd Auditorium, George Washington Hall located at Mary Washington University. Time is 7pm and tickets are $7 at the door.

34. Anyone interested in trying out for GIRLS SOCCER should attend the girls soccer meeting on Wednesday, Feb 11 at 2:30 in room S206. Please contact Mrs. Boney in S206 if you cannot attend but are interested in trying out.

35. Need a Calorie Free Valentine’s Day treat for your friends.? Key Club is selling sets of hearts that will attach to your friend’s locker on Thursday, February 12 th. The cost is only $2 and all the money goes to the American Cancer Society. Hearts will be on sale each X-Day through February 11 th. You can also see Mrs. Bridges in Room S-205. You can also see Mrs. Bridges in Room S-205.

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