1. Thursday, February 12, 2015

2. Sophomores, do you have school spirit? Then why not show it by purchasing a class shirt? Sophomore class shirts are on sale for just $12 for short sleeve shirts and $15 for long sleeve. Any sizes over XL will cost a little more. See Mrs. Dossett in room 921 to get yours today!

3. Attention all TA’s, plan to meet after school on Wednesday in Mrs. Kilzer’s room, room 808.

4. Do you like to film and edit? Do you like to be in front of a camera and show your big personality or that winning smile? Then why not consider being a part of next year’s Lion Pride News Crew? Applications are available now from Mrs. Lee in room 702. The deadline to submit applications is Friday, February 20.

5. Have you gotten that special prom dress yet? The Heritage Junior Women's Club is proud to announce yet another year of Emily's Closet Prom Dress Giveaway. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, March 7th from 9am-12pm in the cafeteria at Baldwin County High School. They have plenty of dresses and they would love to get these dresses in the hands of the young ladies at Foley High School!

6. TODAY is the deadline to sign up for the blood drive. The drive is Thursday in the training room from 8 am to 2 pm. Students can sign up in their homeroom or room 301. Consent forms may also be picked up in room 301. Requirements to donate: -Must be 16 years old or older. -ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE CONSENT FORM SIGNED BY PARENTS (EVEN IF THEY ARE 18 YEARS OLD) -Photo ID required on day of donation.

7. AP Academy shirts are on sale all this week. The cost is $15 and you can see Mrs. Lores or AP Academy teacher to order yours.

8. The Optimist International Essay Contest is here! This year’s official topic is “Optimism Should be a Priority”. If you are interested in entering the contest, stop by Mrs. Cirilli’s room, room 507, to pick up an application. The deadline to enter the contest is February 19.

9. Have you gotten your Valentine anything yet? Why not send them a candy gram? Candy grams are available in room 918 or during 1st wave lunch. They are a dollar a gram and will be delivered during skinny block on Friday. Valentine crushes are also available. You can get your “crush” in the cafeteria during all lunch waves or in Ms. Porter’s room 307. Valentine's Day will be here in just a couple of days so let’s spread the love!

10. February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month and The Lighthouse Youth Task Force will be asking students to sign pledge cards in the cafeteria today and Friday for our "These Hands Don't Hurt, Hearts Can Mend" Campaign.

11. Teen Dating Violence Stats: *1 in 3 teens experience some form of abuse in their relationships. *Abuse can be as visible as bruises and physical violence or as subtle as name calling and controlling who someone talks to online. *Nearly 1.5 million high school students nationwide experience physical abuse from a dating partner in a single year. *Teens who have questions about their relationships can visit loveisrespect.org or text "Loveis" to 22522 to get help from trained peer advocates. On campus students can see Mrs. Beverly, School Social Worker, in the front office if you have questions or concerns.

12. Any student that is interested in joining The Lighthouse Youth Task Force, an organization that promotes awareness for domestic violence, go by Mrs. Beverly's office for an application.

13. There will be a Meet and Greet Reception for Tad Niblet, our new head football coach and athletic director, today at 5:30 pm in the cafeteria. Everyone is welcome to attend.