3. Teen Craft Morse Code Bracelets Come celebrate by making a bracelet spelling out your name or a “secret” message using colored beads. Monday January 11 th 2:15 – 3:15 Basha Library Programming Room *While Supplies Last* Learn Your Name In Morse Code Day

4. Teen Advisory Council Thursday January 7 th 2:45 – 3:15 Basha Library programming room Earn volunteer hours Have fun – really ! Help plan library programs One word: snacks!

5. Varsity and JV Girls Tennis There will be a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, January 13th, during conference in Room #F220 for all young women planning on playing tennis during the spring season. Stop by Coach Johnson’s classroom to obtain a pass. Varsity and JV tennis try-outs officially begin on Monday, February 8th, at 2:30 PM. All students who wish to participate must have a completed athletic packet, including physical, on file in the front office. 1/13/16

6. 2016-2017 Academic Decathlon Class Are you Competitive? Want to boost your GPA with a fun Honors Level Elective Course? Are you interested in qualifying for some extra college scholarship money? Join Academic Decathlon! Tell your Counselor to sign you up for the Academic Decathlon Class during open registration in January! 1/31/16

7. Do any of these criteria fit you? You like being in school, but sometimes it overwhelms you. You want to attend college, but you’re unsure of how to get there. You want to be more efficient and organized throughout the year, but usually your backpack is a mess by the second month. You know the right answer in class, but you are reluctant to raise your hand. You like to be involved in school and your community but are not sure where to look for activities that interest you. You are intimidated to speak to your teachers about your success in class.

8. If you answered yes to any of the questions, AVID is the program for you because… If school overwhelms you…AVID can help you set goals! If you want to attend college…AVID can help prepare you! If you want to be more efficient…AVID can help you get organized! If you want to participate more in class…AVID can help you build self- confidence! If you want to be more involved…AVID can help you connect with others with similar interests! If you are intimidated to talk to teachers…AVID can help you be your own advocate! If you are bored in class…AVID can support you in AP and Honors classes!

9. What do AVID students say? Why would you want to be in the AVID program? “It helps me prepare for college.” “It helps me be more successful in high school.” “It helps me stay organized.” “ I can work with my peers to solve problems and study.” “We are a family.” “It’s a good opportunity to make new friends.” “I learn many new ways of studying and taking notes, which is helpful.” “…creates good habits.” “scholarships” “tutorials” “time- management” “helps me stay on track even when I don’t want to “gives you opportunities for your future” “support from the teacher”

10. Girls Basketball Game Today 4:00pm Basha Bears FREE with Activity Card!! Adults: $4.00 Students w/ID: $3.00 FREE with Activity Card!

11. If you have NOT purchased your CAP and GOWN, please go to Jostens.com and order your cap and gown now.

12. Attention Softball Players! Come join us!! OPEN Fields every Wednesday in January. TRYOUTS ARE FEBRUARY 8 th through the 12 th Softball camp is February 1st through the 4 th Any Questions, Please see Coach Hoffmeyer in F221 SIGN UP ONLINE!!!

14. Delicious Hot Chocolate Every morning $1.00 Hot Chocolate $2.00 Hot Chocolate Bar-choose your toppings Outside the cafeteria

15. Help Support PAH! American Sign Language Club 1 st & 3 rd Saturdays 8AM – 12PM Basha High School 5 STEPS TO REGISTER 1.Go to www.BashaBears.comwww.BashaBears.com 2.Click Programs 3.Click – PAH! American Sign Language Club 4.Complete the online form 5.Follow instructions to pay online or at the BHS Bookstore 6.$25 or 10% of earnings

18. BHS Students Do you have a favorite teacher? Teachers will be featured on 3TV and will receive special prizes. Do you know a teacher who goes above and beyond? See Ms. Taylor in the Administration Building for an application.

19. Kona Ice Fundraiser

20. NEW FOR 2015_16 SCHOOL YEAR: STAY INFORMED ABOUT: COLLEGE VISITORS COLLEGE APPLICATIONS COLLEGE FAIRS SCHOLARSHIPS FIELD TRIPS STUDENT EMPLOYMENT CONTESTS MILITARY VISITS ACT/SAT LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES SUMMER SCHOLAR OPPORTUNITIES SHARE THIS LINK WITH YOUR PARENTS !

21. BHS FARMERS/ FLEA MARKET 1 st and 3 rd Saturdays 8AM – 12PM Basha High School 5990 S. Val Vista, Chandler