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    Thursday February 9, 2017

    Today is the first day of Winter Dance ticket sales, you must have a signed form, in order to purchase a ticket. Tickets are $15.00 today thru Wednesday, February 22nd, the tickets will cost $20.00 on February 23rd.

     

    Valentine’s Day is Tuesday, February 14th. How are you going to celebrate it? Today through Monday, February 13th, Key Club is selling Carnations for $1, during lunch periods. Send one to your best friend, your girlfriend or boyfriend, your secret admirer, or your favorite teacher, and tell them how much you love them. The flowers will be delivered 1st period on Tuesday, February 14th, Valentine’s Day. See a Key Club member during lunch periods, stop in Ms. Stephenson’s Room, A202, or Mrs. Gabriel’s room, A302, to purchase Carnations.
    Secondhand tobacco smoke contributes to about 34,000 premature heart disease deaths. Studies show that the risk of developing heart disease is about 25-30 percent higher among people exposed to environmental tobacco smoke at home or work. STAND with Key Club and sign the Pledge against Tobacco sign on the wall across from the guidance office during your lunch periods.

     

    Juniors! The class of 2018 is selling Malley’s bars to raise money for YOUR 2018 PROM. If you want to have the most spectacular prom ever, help your fellow classmates out by selling a box of Malley’s bars all throughout February. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and nothing says “I adore you,” more than chocolate! Stop by Ms. Johnson’s room in B305 or Mr. Roth’s room in A210 to get your box today. Please come either before or after school ONLY! You must have your student ID with you to start selling.
    Come out and meet the new football coach tomorrow at 6:00pm in the Civic Auditorium.
    Childhood cancer receives only 4% of US federal funding for cancer research.  Play kickball and raise money for children’s cancer research.  Register your team or join an existing team today in B125.

     

    Auditions for the spring musical, LITTLE WOMEN, are after school Monday, February 13th and Wednesday, February 15th. Anyone interested should pick up an audition packet from Mr. Farinelli in C218, Mr. Hampton Lecture Hall 3, or Ms. Sabin B208.

     

    The Young Conservatives Club will meet next Thursday, February 16th at 3:15pm in room C311. The club aims to be a forum to discuss politics and to give a voice to those that feel they are a part of the silent majority. You don’t need to watch C-Span all day to be a part of this group, those who are just interested in learning, are more than welcome. Refreshments will be served.

     

    As a part of Black History Month, we will be sharing some biographies of people who have made an impact in our history: Katherine G. Johnson was born August 26, 1918. Katherine is one of three woman who not only paved the way for women in NASA and space exploration but also for African-Americans.

     

    The 15th Annual Physics Cardboard Boat Regatta sponsored by Tavens Packaging & Display Solutions, is scheduled for after school on Tuesday, March 7th. We are currently looking for Lakewood High School Clubs or Groups to build cardboard boats & participate. We are also looking for staff to participate and/or volunteer.  Please contact Mr. Hille in room A312 to sign up or get more information.  Staff, please email Mr. Hille if you’d like to volunteer.

     
    The Lakewood Academic Challenge Team has begun defending its Conference Championship from last year.  So far, having competed in five matches this February, Lakewood is 5-0.  Over the past five years the regular season record for Lakewood is an outstanding 35-1, and has been Conference Champion ever year.  The Team will be appearing on Television Saturday, Feb. 18th at 7:00 PM, on WEWS, Channel Five.  Be sure to mark your calendar to watch Lakewood’s finest, answer questions on the local air-waves.  Congrats to our outstanding Varsity squad!
    Dance Group, don’t forget Practice today at 3:45 in the Civic.

     

    Join Club Identity Tuesday, Feb 14th in C219 at 3:15 to discuss love in the LGBTQ+ community and for a Valentine’s Day craft for the whole school.

     

    The 2017 After Prom Committee is having a fundraiser at Melt today from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM. “Enjoy amazing grilled cheese in a fun and eclectic atmosphere for a Great cause.” 20% of the food and drink sales will be donated directly to the After Prom Committee. You must show the flyer at the time of purchase, in order for the After Prom Committee to receive credit. Flyers are available in the bookroom.

     

    Today’s ala cartes in the cafeteria are:

     Fiestada $2.50

    Chicken Rice & Cheese Wrap $3.50

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