IRONDEQUOIT HIGH SCHOOL

IRONDEQUOIT HIGH SCHOOL

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February 23, 2010

Hello Parents/Guardians Of Juniors:

REMINDER:

There will be a meeting of the Jr. Prom After-Hours Committee this evening, Feb. 23rd at 7 pm in the Faculty Cafe. Hope to see you there.

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Any students needing mid-year grades sent to their school need to see Mrs. McDonell in the Counseling Center ASAP. Many schools will not make a decision until they receive those grades.

Free SAT Prep Workshops

The Pauline Evans Library is offering free SAT workshops presented by Kaplan.

SAT Test Secrets 101 - March 1^st from 7 – 8 pm

SAT Essay Workshop - March 8^th from 7 – 8 pm

Call 336-6062 to register.

IHS WATER POLO INTRAMURALS:

Join the new water polo intramural activity in the pool! It is a COED activity open to ALL IHS students. It will be every Wednesday, March 3rd through April 14th, from 3:15pm to 4:15pm in the pool. Come prepared with swimsuit and towel. For more information please see Mr.Wilcox in the pool.

CAREER CONNECTIONS NEWS: SEE MRS. RUSS FOR DETAILS:

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Do you love science? Looking for a summer job that will look great on a college application? Consider applying for the following programs:

University of Rochester, Laser Energetics Research Program, July 6 - August 27th.

Full time position @ $7.25 per hour. Application and supporting materials are in

Career Center. Strict deadline of March 24th.

RIT College of Imaging Science Paid Summer Internship Program. 6 Weeks.

Application and supporting materials in Career Center. Strict deadline of March 17th

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS 16- 21 YEARS OLD! Rochester Works is again recruiting students for the "Digital Skills for Youth" program this summer. Deadline is April 9th. Applications are in the Career Center. PLEASE NOTE THERE ARE INCOME GUIDELINES.

SOPHOMORES! There are 3 spots still open for the annual Workforce Innovations Conference at RIT on April 7th. Transportation and lunch are provided. Explore careers in Hospitality, Biomedical Engineering, Alternative Energy, Information Technology, Nanotechnology and Optics. Registration deadline is fast approaching.

ATTENTION SPRING ATHLETES:

BOYS AND GIRLS JV AND VARSITY SPORTS BEGIN MARCH 8TH. MODIFIED A SPORTS AND MODIFIED B LACROSSE BEGIN MARCH 22ND WITH MODIFIED B SPORTS STARTING MARCH 29TH.

NOW IS THE TIME TO STOP BY THE HEALTH OFFICE TO PICK UP YOUR SPORTS FORMS AND CHECK FOR VALID PHYSICALS.

SIGNED AND COMPLETED FORMS WILL NEED TO BE RETURNED TO THE HEALTH OFFICE BY FEBRUARY 26^TH.

February 12, 2010

Just a reminder next week is February Recess (no school). School will resume on Monday February 22nd.

REMINDER:

Students are offered the opportunity to come into the Library over February break to catch up on work or get extra help. Hours are February 16-18th from 10 am - 4 pm.

COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER NEWS: SEE MRS. RUSS FOR DETAILS:

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Do you love science? Looking for a summer job that will look great on a college application? Consider applying for the following programs:

University of Rochester, Laser Energetics Research Program, July 6 - August 27th. Full time position @ $7.25 per hour.

Application and supporting materials are in Career Center. Strict deadline of March 24th.

RIT College of Imaging Science Paid Summer Internship Program. 6 Weeks. Application and supporting materials in

Career Center. Strict deadline of March 17th

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS 16- 21 YEARS OLD! Rochester Works is again recruiting students for the "Digital Skills for Youth" program this summer. Deadline is April 9th. Applications are in the Career Center. PLEASE NOTE THERE ARE INCOME GUIDELINES.

SOPHOMORES! There are 3 spots still open for the annual Workforce Innovations Conference at RIT on April 7th. Transportation and lunch are provided. Explore careers in Hospitality, Biomedical Engineering, Alternative Energy, Information Technology, Nanotechnology and Optics. Registration deadline is fast approaching.

February 11, 2010

Report Cards were handed out in homeroom this morning and will also be mailed home today.

Attention Seniors:

West Irondequoit Alumni Association is awarding up to three $100 Generations of Excellence scholarships to graduating seniors. You must be a child or grandchild of an Irondequoit Alumni, have attended IHS for all 4 years of high school and plan on attending a two or four year college or vocational school. Deadline is March 1^st.

The Irondequoit Lions Club is offering the Dr. Robert M. Santo Memorial scholarship to high school seniors who have completed at least 50 hours of community service. Applicants should be students who have a goal to work in the medical or educational field with community service emphasis. Deadline is April 30^th.

FAFSA

Federal Student Aid Information Center

Have questions regarding federal student aid? Call this toll-free number for help completing your FAFSA application 1-800-433-3243.

ATTENTION SPRING ATHLETES:

BOYS AND GIRLS JV AND VARSITY SPORTS BEGIN MARCH 8TH. MODIFIED A SPORTS AND MODIFIED B LACROSSE BEGIN MARCH 22ND WITH MODIFIED B SPORTS STARTING MARCH 29TH.

NOW IS THE TIME TO STOP BY THE HEALTH OFFICE TO PICK UP YOUR SPORTS FORMS AND CHECK FOR VALID PHYSICALS.

SIGNED AND COMPLETED FORMS WILL NEED TO BE RETURNED TO THE HEALTH OFFICE BY FEBRUARY 26^TH.

February 10, 2010

PHYS. ED. MAKEUPS OVER BREAK:

Juniors and seniors who are behind in the Physical Education classes this year may be eligible for some make-up time during February recess next week. Mr. Callari will be supervising make-ups in the Fitness Center. Students should inquire with their PE teacher by Friday to see whether they're eligible.

VERY IMPORTANT REMINDER TO STUDENTS:

PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE RETURN ALL ECONOMICS TEXBTOOKS FROM 1ST SEMESTER TO THE LIBRARY. THEY ARE NEEDED FOR 2ND SEMESTER CLASSES. THANK YOU!

ATTENTION PARENTS OF ALL BOY'S LACROSSE PLAYERS IN GRADES 7 THROUGH 12:

The kickoff for our ONLY fundraiser is this Friday 2/12 at 3:00 pm in the Dake cafeteria. Please make every attempt to have your son come and pick up his cards and instructions. We really need 100% participation to meet our goals.

Thanks for your continued support!

ATTENTION SPRING ATHLETES:

BOYS AND GIRLS JV AND VARSITY SPORTS BEGIN MARCH 8TH. MODIFIED A SPORTS AND MODIFIED B LACROSSE BEGIN MARCH 22ND WITH MODIFIED B SPORTS STARTING MARCH 29TH.

NOW IS THE TIME TO STOP BY THE HEALTH OFFICE TO PICK UP YOUR SPORTS FORMS AND CHECK FOR VALID PHYSICALS.

SIGNED AND COMPLETED FORMS WILL NEED TO BE RETURNED TO THE HEALTH OFFICE BY FEBRUARY 26TH.

February 9, 2010

The Make-A-Wish Foundation is holding a Reach For the Stars Black Tie Gala on Saturday, March 6th at the Rochester Plaza and is looking for student volunteers to act as autograph seekers and paparazzi. They would like to mimic the atmosphere of the red carpet interviews at the Oscars. Volunteers will needed from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. See Mrs. Barnatones in the College & Career Center for additional information and registration forms.

Reminder:

There is a School Board meeting on Thursday, Feb. 11th at 7 pm at District Office. All are welcome. The schedule of meetings can be obtained by going to the district website at www.westirondequoit.org then click on district and then on Board of Education.

February 5, 2010

A MESSAGE FROM MR. McCUE:

On Saturday, February 6^th, IHS Student Council will host its annual Winter Dance at 7:30 p.m. in the gym. This event is eagerly anticipated by our students. IHS dances typically draw more than 700 students, a level of participation unheard-of at other area high schools. The vast majority of those students come to enjoy an evening of music, socializing and fun with their friends in a safe, well-supervised environment.

However, as is the case in high schools across the country, the "dancing" of some students has crossed the line into unacceptable and disrespectful behavior. Dancing that is obscene or sexually suggestive is not consistent with our community’s standards, and it will not be tolerated. A school dance is not a club or an MTV show; we must teach appropriate boundaries for our young adults that are consistent with our beliefs about mutual respect – and self-respect. As noted in the Student Handbook, "Students are expected to dance appropriately, and are subject to removal for inappropriate dancing."

Therefore, any student who engages in inappropriate dancing will be immediately removed from the dance. Their parents will be called, and they will be sent home. In addition, any student who is inappropriately dressed will not be admitted to this event. Students are being notified about this through school announcements and signs where dance tickets are sold; no further warnings will be given.

I am proud that the Student Council, which donates proceeds from its dances to charity, is taking a lead role in this effort through positive peer leadership and communication. They plan to enhance everyone’s experience by providing Dance Dance Revolution and other games and activities in the cafeteria, and will supply the dance DJ with a song playlist that includes a variety of line dances and other genres to promote appropriate dancing.

I encourage you to discuss our expectations with your child prior to the dance, to monitor how they’re dressed when they leave (including any clothes they bring in their bags), to know who they’re going to the dance with, and to give them a number where you can be reached that evening. This also applies to choices students make about alcohol and other drugs prior to a school event. Per West Irondequoit policy, a poor choice involving alcohol or other drugs results in up to 20 weeks' suspension from school - even on a first offense.

Consistent messages from home and school will help to ensure our teens’ health and safety.

Thank you.

February 5, 2010

REMINDER TO STUDENTS:

PLEASE RETURN ALL ECONOMICS TEXTBOOKS FROM 1ST SEMESTER TO THE LIBRARY. THEY ARE NEEDED FOR 2ND SEMESTER CLASSES. THANK YOU!

CAREER CONNECTIONS NEWS: SEE MRS. RUSS FOR DETAILS

SOPHOMORES!!! Only 4 spots remain for students interested in attending the Workforce Innovations Conference at RIT on April 7th. If you would like to learn more about careers in Biotechnology, Alternative Energy, Hospitality, Imaging/Optics, Information Technology, Microelectronics or Nanotechnology, this day is for you. Transportation and lunch on campus will be provided.

JUNIORS!!! Do you love physics? Apply for the PAID Imaging Science internship at RIT this summer. Check out the website: www.cis.rit.edu/interns. Mrs. Russ will help you with the application process. Two students from IHS were selected last year and are willing to discuss their experience with you. March 17th is the absolute deadline.

COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER NEWS:

The Fairport Savings Bank Legacy Scholarship seeks to recognize a young person that demonstrates the desire and ability to make a difference in his or her community. Applicant must have demonstrated commitment to community service through volunteer activities, maintain a "B" average or better and reside in either Fairport, Webster, Penfield or Irondequoit. One student from each community will be chosen to receive a $1,000 scholarship. Deadline is March 31^st.

February 3, 2010

PARENT-PRINCIPAL COFFEE TONIGHT

Mr. McCue invites all IHS parents to attend our Parent-Principal Coffee tonight. We will meet at 7 p.m. in the Principal's Conference Room (next to the main office). In light of some recent comments by individuals in the community and media, the main topic of discussion will be "The West Irondequoit Tradition of Excellence: A Reality