Daily Announcements Hamilton Heights High School Wednesday, February 11, 2015 Our mission at Hamilton Heights High School is to empower students to participate in a technologically challenging, global environment. Our school community aspires to graduate healthy, responsible citizens who are life-long learners and creative, critical thinkers. Our Vision We envision that Hamilton Heights School Corporation will consistently be ranked in the top ten percent of the school districts in Indiana based on benchmarks for achievement, and that our students will be equipped academically and socially to successfully perform in and adapt to the changing global society. Off the Grill Classic sandwiches with specialty features daily Wednesday 2/11/15 Cheesy Breadsticks Hamburger / Cheeseburger Signature Selections From homestyle to international options, offering a variety of favorites and some custom dishes Lasagna w/ Garlic Breadstick Corner Deli Grab & Go service Offered Daily: Salad Bar, PBJ Meal, Turkey/Cheese, Sandwich, Fruit Plate Buffalo Chicken Wrap Deli Ham Sandwich This year's SAT class will begin Feb. 17 and run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-4 until March 12. Any junior or senior who would like to take the class needs to sign up with Mrs. Volz or Mr. Towle by Thur., Feb. 12. The cost is $40. You can pay in cash or write a check to either Mrs. Volz or Mr. Towle. *ALL SENIORS need to see Mrs. Morse in the Guidance Office to check your name that will be printed on your diploma. If it is incorrect please let Mrs. Morse know! Model United Nations call out meeting Wednesday Feb. 11th, in Mr. Kirschner’s Room H602 during PLC time. For more information please contact Mr. Kirschner, Ben Hiatt, or Madelyn Merrell. ATTENTION SPEECH TEAM: Sign up sheet for Columbus East, Feb.21st, Kokomo, Feb. 28th and Sectionals, March 7th is posted in room 505. Regular workshops Tues. and Thurs. of the week. Just a reminder: You should not be carrying backpacks throughout the building. Also remember, student parking is restricted to the north lot only. Students should not be parking in front of, or behind, the building. We will begin ticketing and/or towing student vehicles that are not parked in the north lot. There will be a call out for eligible juniors for Hoosier Boys and Girls State on Wednesday, Feb 11 at 2 pm in Ms. Kaiser’s room. Juniors who received the yellow notification are all invited to attend. Boys & Girls State is a week long experience held at Trine University in June for you to learn and experience how our government runs. If you are interested in politics, history, business – you should check it out. Delegates from last year included Joel Boser, BJ Fowler, Evan Long, Isaac Ray and Hannah Roper. They will be available to answer any questions and discuss their experience. Softball conditioning and open facility begin this week for any girl not in a winter sport who plans on trying out in the spring. Softball open facility for the week of February 9th: Monday 6:00-7:30 Tuesday 7:30-9:00 Wednesday 6:00 – 7:30 Conditioning for softball is Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in the fitness center after school. Boy's track practice officially starts next Monday, February 16 from 3:00-4:30. Come prepared to run outside and inside every day. Distance runners will be going outside if it is above freezing (that is 32 degrees F). You must have a physical to practice!!! Track policy parent permission slips must be turned in by the end of the first week of practice. If you have any questions or missed the call out meeting last week, see Coach Trachtman before Thursday of this week or Coach Hippensteel after Wednesday of this week. Girls track season starts Monday Feb. 16. You must have a completed sports physical and all related paperwork on file with the athletic office. There are practice calendars on Coach Jones’ office door next to the pool. Over the weekend, several band students competed in district solo and ensemble at Westfield High School. The following soloists received a gold rating: Leigh Anne Reuter, Spencer Lybrook, Jake Fulton, and Madison Byer. Leigh Anne Reuter, Spencer Lybrook, and Jake Fulton will all be competing at the state level on February 28th. The following ensembles received a gold rating: Woodwind trio - Rachel Wolfe, Brookelynne Schnurpel, and Tara Leeman Snare Trio - Devin Schafer, Jake Fulton, and Spencer Lybrook. Large Percussion Ensemble - Abbie Davenport, Devin Schafer, Luke Francisco, Jake Fulton, Hayley Hiatt, Madelyn Merrell, and Spencer Lybrook Saxophone Trio – Emily Wright, Isaac Zuchristian, and Henry Marshall, Woodwind Trio – Kaitlin Woods, Sierra Rickman, and Madison Byer. The following soloists received a silver rating: Brookelynne Schnurpel, Rachel Wolfe, Xanna Shepard, Dalton Hartwick, Abbie Davenport, Devin Schafer, Riley McCrocklin, and Alek Oldham. The following ensembles received a silver rating: Woodwind Trio – Tara Leeman, Xanna Shepard, and Julee Ellis Brass Trio – Grant Lamkin, Nate Russell, and Abbie Davenport Brass Trio – Colin Thomas, Dakota Schriver, and Conner Mattox Brass Quartet – Stephanie Strong, Dale Allison, Ian Shepard, and Nate Arrowood Students: Please be sure to visit your My Big Campus wall often for information from the main office. Hamilton Heights High School has a new Twitter page. Please look us up @hhhshuskies! HUSKY FAN SHOP www.huskyfanshoponline.com This is the Hamilton Heights Official Store to get all of your Husky gear. We've got t-shirts, sweatshirts, bags, hats, yard signs and much more! Run by the students of Hamilton Heights BPA, the Husky Fan Shop will be selling husky spirit merchandise at all home Varsity games and online at huskyfanshoponline.com. Upcoming Athletic Events: Thursday, February 12 2015 Basketball (Boys Freshman) @Westfield High School 6:00 PM County Tournament Friday, February 13 2015 Swimming & Diving (Co-ed Varsity) @IUPUI Natatorium 6:00 PM Girls State Finals Basketball (Girls Varsity) @Blackford 6:00 PM Sectional HH vs. Blackford Basketball (Girls Varsity) Sectional Yorktown vs. MC Delta winner @Blackford 7:30 PM Saturday, February 14 2015 Wrestling (Boys Varsity) @New Castle 9:00 AM Individual Semi-State (V) Swimming & Diving (Co-ed Varsity) @IUPUI Natatorium 9:00 AM Girls State Finals Basketball (Boys Freshman) @Fishers 10:00 AM County Tournament Basketball (Girls Varsity) @Blackford 7:00 PM Sectional Championship Game Attention any students going out for spring sports… official practices begin soon, and you are required to have a COMPLETED PHYSICAL on file. If you are not sure if you have one on file or not, see Mrs. Moffatt in Athletics. Be sure to pick up a physical packet from the office BEFORE you go to the Dr. to have your physical. Most Dr’s offices will NOT have the complete packet. Congrats to Brooke Schultz on winning the girls Diving Regionals last night. She will be representing Hamilton Heights in the state meet on Saturday @ 9 AM at the IU Natatorium. Guidance Announcements Denison University hosts a week-long residential summer program in creative writing . The Reynolds Young Writers Workshop will be held from June 14-21, 2015. The fee for the eight day program is $1,300. Please feel free to stop by the Guidance Office if you would like more information. Today’s students face a number of challenges that can make it difficult for them to pursue a post-secondary degree. The Ivy Tech Associate Accelerated Program (ASAP) offers a solution to help students overcome these challenges. ASAP students can earn their associates degree in one year and be prepared to start their careers or transfer to a four-year college. Please feel free to stop by the Guidance Office to learn more about this opportunity. Seniors: IUK’s Financial Aid Department is conducting FREE FAFSA Workshops for seniors! IUK wants to offer assistance to students and parents so that they can accurately complete the 2015-16 FAFSA. Please feel free to stop by the Guidance Office if you would like more information. Starting in 2014 Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville will be offering in-state tuition to students from Indiana. Feel free to stop by the Guidance Office to learn more about SIEU. Ivy Tech is proud to present the American Honors College! American Honors is a selective honors program at community colleges across the country for students who want to transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. Seniors can visit www. Apply.AmericanHonors.org to apply for this program. Please feel free to stop by the Guidance Office to pick up a brochure. Are you a senior who plans on attending Indiana University-Bloomington? The Collins Living-Learning Center might be of interest to you. Collins is a close knit community of 500 students-the smallest residence hall on campus-and also a diverse one! For a student who wants a small college experience at a major research university, the Collins Living-Learning Center is a wonderful choice. To learn more about the Collins Living-Learning Center feel free to pick up a brochure in the Guidance Office. Seniors: The Associated Accelerated Program (ASAP) is a program at Ivy Tech that allows students to earn a two year degree in just one year. Please stop by the Guidance Office to learn more about this tremendously affordable way to complete an Ivy Tech degree! Seniors: Please feel free to stop by the Guidance Office and pick up a brochure with in depth College Admissions Information for all Indiana public and private Colleges. Important application fee and deadline information are included in this document. Are you a highly academic high school interested in the field of Medicine? The National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine might be of interest to you. Stop by the Guidance office if you would like more information on this opportunity. All Juniors and Seniors: Please click here for a helpful guide for SAT and ACT Test Preparation Options. Online Test Preparation sites, local and/or Independent Tutors, and SAT/ACT Guides are included on this from! Please feel free to print this information off to help assist your child in preparation for taking the ACT or SAT test. The Navy ROTC program is a great way to get college paid for… and be part of the Naval branch of our Armed Forces. Notre Dame is the one school in-state that has a NROTC program, but numerous out of state universities have this opportunity. Please feel free to pick up information in the Guidance Office, or talk with the Navy representative who visits our school. Are you a senior interested in Indiana State University? Sycamore Preview Days will be held on February 16, and April 18. Please feel free to call 800-GO-TO-ISU for more information. In support of College GO Week ISU will waive its standard $25 undergraduate application fee during the entire month of September! Seniors: Get FREE help with filing your FAFSA at College Goal Sunday on February 22nd at 2pm. For more information visit: www.collegegoalsunday.org. Seniors: Are you interested in UNOH? The UNOH spring Open House on April 10 and 11 might be of interest to you. The University of Northwestern Ohio specializes in Automotive, Agricultural, Diesel, and HVAC/R Career Areas. Please feel free to stop by the Guidance Office to learn more. The Cinderella Story of Hamilton County is a special Dress Sale for 11th and 12th grade girls who are going to the Prom, but are unable to afford a dress. The Prom dress selection process will be held on Saturday March 21st from 9am until 1pm at Monon Trail Elementary School – 19400 Tomlinson Road. If your parents have any questions please feel free to call Deb Lewis at 317-513-5654 or 317-867-5150. Are you an African American, Latino, Native American, or Twenty first Century Scholar with at least a 3.0 GPA? Ball State’s Summer Scholars Program is a free, academic intensive, residential program for bright, curious, and creative students. Please stop by the Guidance Office before February 27th if you would like more information. On Wednesday February 25th you can ignite your Career at the Indiana Farmers Coliseum. You will be able to network with over two dozen sports-related business representatives and gather information about Indy sports industry and sports career options. After the Career Fair you can purchase $20 tickets to see the Indy Fuel take on the Kalamazoo Wings. Register and buy tickets at: http://tickets.indyfuelhockey.com/order/group/mucareerfair or call 317-800-6532. Scholarship Information Seniors: The Hamilton County Masters Gardeners Association is currently accepting applications for the 2015-16 Barney Hobbs Horticultural Scholarship. Five $3,000 scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors or college students who are residents of Hamilton County and intend to major in Horticulture or a related subject such as agriculture, botany or landscape architecture/design. Applications can be downloaded at www.HCMA.org. Please feel free to pick up an application in the Guidance Office. The application deadline is March 15, 2015. Beta Sigma Psi is proud to announce several scholarships available to Lutheran men who will be starting college in 2015. Alumni from Beta Sigma Psi chapters at the University of Illinois, Indiana University, and Purdue University will select well-qualified individuals to be honored with the Christian Leadership Award, a $1,500 scholarship! Please feel free to stop by the Guidance office to pick up a scholarship application. The application deadline is February 14, 2015. Hunter Law office is proud to award one deserving high school senior with a $500 scholarship! The Twists and Turns scholarship is open to all qualified high school students from Hamilton County. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. The application deadline is April 17, 2015. High School Seniors interested in furthering their education at a college or technical school could be eligible for the North Central Co-op Scholarships. Go to www.ncc.coop to learn more about this scholarship opportunity. All completed applications and transcripts need to be e-mailed to [email protected] by March 1, 2015. Are you a senior interested in pursuing an accredited post- secondary educational program in fashion design? The “Aspiring Fashion Professional” Scholarship might be of interest to you. Please go to http://www.fashion-schools.org/ and find more information (at the bottom of the page) about this $1,000 scholarship. The application deadline is June 1, 2015. Are you a senior interested in pursuing an animation career path at an accredited postsecondary institution? The “Aspiring Animation Professional” Scholarship might be of interest to you. Go http://www.animationcareerreview.com/ to find (right side of page) eligibility information. The application deadline is June 1, 2015. Are you a senior planning to pursue a career in a health-related field at a post-secondary college, university, or technical school? The PHP Scholarship Program might be of interest to you. Go to www.phpni.com and click on the “2014-15 Scholarship Program” article on the home page to learn more about this scholarship opportunity. The deadline for submission is February 20th, 2015. You must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. The Christian Connector provides a FREE Christian college information service as well as a $2,500 Christian college drawing. Students can simply log onto www.ChristianConnector.com to request information and automatically be entered in the $2,500 scholarship drawing! Are you a senior student (male) who plans on attending Indiana University? The Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity “Balanced Man” Scholarship might be of interest to you. Please feel free to stop by Mr. Trachtman’s office by February 1st to learn more about this scholarship opportunity. The Indiana Breast Awareness Trust, Inc. (IBCAT) is currently accepting applications for the Nancy Jaynes Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship of up to $1,500 for college or post-secondary schooling is awarded to an Indiana High School Senior (s) whose parent is battling breast cancer or who has lost a parent to breast cancer. Students may download an application at: www.breatcancerplate.org. The application deadline is February 9, 2015. Are you a high school senior who plans on majoring in Health and Human Science or a related field? The Hamilton County Extension Homemaker’s Association awards four $500 scholarships for students from Hamilton County. For the 2015-15 school year, the Hamilton County Extension Homemakers will be awarding two additional $500 scholarships to two students majoring in Elementary Education! Feel free to go online to download an application at: https://extension.purdue.edu/Hamilton/Pages/article.aspx?intItemID=4549 or pick up an application in the Guidance Office. The application deadline is March 1, 2015. Seniors: Over the next 3 months there will be numerous local scholarships to apply for through the Guidance office. Winners of these scholarships will be recognized at Honors Night on May 13. Please make sure you apply for these scholarships in a timely manner. All scholarships need to be handed into the Guidance office by the scholarship application due date. No late scholarships will be accepted. Please make sure to hand your scholarship application directly to Mr. Trachtman. If you have any questions feel free to stop by the Guidance Office. Are you a high school senior who plans on majoring in Engineering, Technology, Design or Business, with an interest in the automotive industry? The Buick Achievers Scholarship seeks to recognize extraordinary students who have overcome obstacles and have worked diligently to better themselves and their community. Go online to: www.buickachievers.com to apply. The application deadline is February 27, 2015. The Chi Chapter of Sigma Delta Pi is proud to announce the presentation of a $1,000 scholarship. This scholarship will be presented to a 2014-15 graduating senior who plans to become a teacher and who is from a school where Chi Chapter members taught; or to a relative of a Chi Chapter member as a legacy award. The application deadline is March 6, 2015. Please stop by Guidance Office if you would like a scholarship application. The Ryan White Scholarship will be given to a senior at Hamilton Heights High School Senior pursuing a four-year bachelor’s degree (or higher) in one of the following fields: Health, Medicine, or Education. A minimum of two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to recipients. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All applications must be handed into Mr. Trachtman in the Guidance Office by February 27, 2015. The Hamilton North Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present the Times/Hamilton North Chamber $750 Scholarship opportunity to a college-bound senior. Scholarship applications will be judged on: GPA, Extracurricular Activities, Leadership Skills, and Involvement in his/her Community. Applications are now available at: http://hamiltonnorthchamber.com/pages/AboutUs/ or you may pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. Handwritten application will not be accepted! Email completed application to [email protected] before February 28, 2015. The Riverview Health Foundation will be awarding a $1,000 Malcolm Bray Medical Scholarship to one graduating senior from each of the seven Hamilton County public high schools. A scholarship committee, selected by each school system, will be responsible for preliminary student selections. The applicant must plan to pursue a career in the health care field (Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in a medical field such as nursing, physical therapy, lab technology, etc.) – Dentistry is not applicable. The applicant must have a least a “B” cumulative GPA and demonstrated community leadership. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman before March 20, 2015. The American Legion Auxiliary Medical Post 341 awards three (3) $500 scholarships to seniors entering a medical related field. Scholarship considerations include: GPA, school and community involvement, financial need, and applicant’s interest in chosen medical profession. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman before March 6, 2015. The Cicero American James Evans Legion Post 341 will award $2,000 in scholarships this year. The scholarship is in memory of Phil Kaiser – a dedicated member to the veterans organization and his community. Scholarship considerations include: dedicated classroom student, school and community involvement, financial need, applicant’s interest in chosen field, and veteran relationship. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All applications need to handed into Mr. Trachtman before March 6, 2015. The Husky Champion Club, in honor of Chris Elbrecht, will be awarding one male student athlete (who will be attending college in the fall of 2015 and continuing their baseball career) a $500 scholarship. Scholarship criteria: enrolled in a Division 2,3, NAIA or Junior College program, cumulative GPA must be above a “C” average, community/school/church involvement, and positive mental attitude and leadership ability. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All scholarship applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman before March 13, 2015. The Husky Champions Club will be awarding a $500 scholarship to one senior male and female athlete who will be continuing their athletic careers at a Division 2,3, NAIA, or Junior College. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA above a “C” average, have a positive mental attitude/leadership ability, and shown community/school/church involvement. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All applications must be handed into Mr. Trachtman by March 13, 2015. The Joe Booker Endowed Scholarship for Limited Government and Judeo Christian Values was established to provide financial assistance to a student who believes in constitutionally-based limited government based on Judeo Christian values. This scholarship is open to seniors who reside in Indiana, with a preference given to students residing in or from Arcadia or Cicero Indiana. You must have at least a 3.0 GPA to apply for the scholarship opportunity. Please feel free to pick up scholarship information in the Guidance Office. Students must submit their scholarship application using the CICF online application system which can be accessed by visiting www.cicf.org/scholarships. The application deadline is March 2, 2015. The Biddle Memorial Foundation Scholarship honors Velma and Ken Biddle, Sheridan residents, who achieved success through hard work and shared that success through philanthropic support of their community. This scholarship opportunity is open to seniors from either Sheridan or Hamilton Heights High School. This is a $2,500 scholarship (renewable for a 2nd year) to a student who plans to pursue a 2 year degree at Ivy Tech Community College, demonstrates financial need, and exemplifies leadership and community involvement/service. Completed applications must be emailed to [email protected] by March 2, 2015. Are you a senior interested in entering the field of Cosmetology? Kaye’s Beauty College is offering scholarship opportunities! Please feel free to pick up scholarship information in the Guidance Office. The Lions Club Academic Scholarship opportunity is open to seniors. Please feel free to stop by the Guidance Office to pick up scholarship information. All scholarship applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by March 6, 2015. The Atlanta New Earth Festival Committee is pleased to present a $1,000 non-renewing scholarship for a 2015 graduate of Hamilton Heights High School. The intent of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance to a student who may not otherwise receive scholarship aid and has a financial need. Please feel free to pick up an application in the Guidance Office. All scholarship applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by March 13, 2015. Are you a senior who will major in Secondary or Elementary Education in college? The Hamilton Heights $500 Faculty Scholarship might be of interest to you. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All scholarship applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by February 27, 2015. Cicero Kiwanis will award the William Conder $2,000 scholarship to a graduating Hamilton Heights senior. Financial need, school and community activities, and community service will be important criteria in evaluating applicants. Students will provide a written essay and will be interviewed by the Kiwanis membership. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by February 27, 2015. Cicero Kiwanis will award the Key Club $1,000 scholarship to a graduating Hamilton Heights senior. Applicants must be a current and active member of Key Club. Community service and being active in school and community activities are important criteria in evaluating applicants. Students will provide a written essay and will be interviewed by the Kiwanis membership. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance office. All applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by February 27, 2015. Are you a senior who plans to attend a Technical/Vocational School (Ivy Tech, Mechanical School, Business School, Culinary School) after graduating from high school? The Cicero Kiwanis Technical/Vocational Scholarship may be of interest to you. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by February 27, 2015. Are you a senior committed to pursuing an education and career in Law Enforcement? The Indiana Sheriffs’ Association Scholarship might be of interest to you. All applicants must have taken the SAT or ACT to apply. Please feel free to pick up an application in the Guidance Office. All applications need to be mailed to the Indiana Sheriffs; Association before April 1, 2015. Are you a senior who plans on pursuing a bachelor’s degree (or higher) in the Engineering field at an accredited institution? The Nick Ozolins $1,000 Scholarship might be of interest to you. Nick was a 2010 graduate of Hamilton Heights High School and was very involved in the Engineering Department. This scholarship has been established to carry on his love of engineering and love for his community. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by March 20, 2015. The Naomi R. Williamson $100 Scholarship will be awarded to a senior at Hamilton Heights High School who has a relative who is or was a member of an Extension Homemakers Club. Naomi dedicated her life to community service. She was a member of the Hamilton County Extension Homemakers for over 60 years! Please feel free to pick up a scholarship in the Guidance Office. All scholarship applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by March 27, 2015. Are you a senior on the Men’s Soccer team? Do you have at least a “B” cumulative grade point average? The Matthew Cahill $500 Soccer Scholarship may be of interest to you. Matthew was intelligent, wise, athletic, sociable, humorous, and intense – with his greatest gift being perseverance. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All applications need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by March 20, 2015. The Phi Beta Psi Sorority is proud to present a $400 scholarship to a deserving senior. Selections will be based upon the following criteria: Leadership, Community Involvement, Scholarship, Citizenship, and Financial Need. Please feel free to pick up a scholarship application in the Guidance Office. All scholarship application need to be handed into Mr. Trachtman by March 2, 2015. PJ’s College of Cosmetology, located in Muncie Indiana, is offering a $1,000 Scholarship to one student per high school. Please feel free to stop by the Guidance Office before March 1 if you are interested in this scholarship opportunity. Student Insights is once again sponsoring a scholarship contest for high school seniors. Simply log on to www.student-view.com and complete a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in your area. The scholarship deadline is April 22, 2015. Are you a low income high school junior (family earning less than $60,000 annually) who has an non-weighted GPA above 3.5? The QuestBridge path to college starts with the 2015 College Prep Scholarship. Becoming a College Prep Scholar could be your bridge to a top college! Please stop by the Guidance Office before March 20th if you would like more information about QuestBridge.
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