SHS Announcements: Announcements - Wednesday, March 8, 2017

Guidance Announcements

C.V. Starr informational meeting for seniors and parents will take place Thursday, March 9^th at 6:00pm in the cafeteria. This is a mandatory meeting for the student and at least one of their parents if considering applying for this scholarship. A review of the application process will be discussed. Snow date – Tuesday, March 14^th at 6:00pm.

Important information for students taking the SAT's at Lamoille Union High School on Saturday, March 11^th: Please bring your ticket and ID (if you do not have these you will not be able to test). Please arrive promptly at 7:30am with #2 pencils, calculator and food & drink.

College visit: Paul Smith's College, Monday, March 13^th at 8:00am.

GIV Summer Institutes are for any Vermont 9^th – 11^th grader with a passion for or particular interest in arts, engineering, world cultures and events, math, science, technology, entrepreneurship or activism. Applications are available at www.giv.org. All applications must be submitted electronically. Application deadline is Wednesday, March 15^th.

The Town of Waterbury is seeking lifeguards and swim instructors to staff the municipal swimming pool and counselors for the summer day camp. Full and part time positions available. Applications at WaterburyVT.com. Application deadline is Saturday, April 1^st.

· All athletes interested in playing Spring Sports (Boys' & Girls' Lacrosse, Boys & Girls Tennis, Golf, Peoples Academy Baseball, Softball and Track) should sign up on the athletic website at www.stoweschoolvt.com for more information see Joanna Graves. Sign up ASAP. This is important to signup, to receive emails and practice schedules from the spring coaches.

· Friday Program this week – periods 1 – 4.

· All students and families are invited to attend the "PACK THE JACK FOR STOWE YOUTH HOCKEY" Exhibition Game of Slugs (with famous hockey players like Graham Mink, Brady Leisenring, and Ian Smith) vs. Stowe High School Boys Ice Hockey Team on Friday March 10th at 6:00pm at Stowe Arena. This event is a fundraiser for Stowe Youth Hockey, with the money raised going to make ice hockey available and accessible to all youth in the community. Tickets are $10 per person and $20 per family. This will be a fun and exciting event, please come and support the players and the youth hockey program.

· "If I Could Have a Do-Over" Presentation by John Halligan: John Halligan's son Ryan was bullied by classmates at school and online, as a result of his pain died by suicide on October 7, 2003. He was only 13 years old. Halligan's presentation will cover the lessons learned too late for his family regarding how to deal with bullying, cyberbullying and teen depression. Parents will be empowered with strategies and take preventative actions with their own children. Please contact Lauren Conti with any questions at 253-6913 ext. 2318. Please click HERE if you are interested in this opportunity. To learn more about John Halligan's presentation please visit his website.

o TUESDAY, March 21^st from 6:30-8:00pm Stowe Middle High School Auditorium

o Light refreshments will be provided.

o Student presentations will be held Wednesday, March 22^nd from 8:15 to 9:30am.

· Global Children's Club is now collecting hats that will be distributed to cancer patients at local hospitals. All types and styles of hats will be accepted. There is a box outside the HS office for donations.

· Stick work for Girls' Lacrosse will every Sunday from 4:00 – 5:00pm. Eye protection and mouth guards are required. This is not mandatory! Fun with music.

· Community Service:

o March Ride & Roll in the SES gymnasium on Saturday, March 11^th 3:30 – 5:30pm. Children will be riding their bikes, trikes and scooters, to assist with volunteering contact Nicole 253-4321.

o Kid's Night Out – Friday, March 17^th 5:30 – 10:3-, contact Stowe Rec. 253-6138.

o Stowe Elementary School is looking for volunteers to watch elementary school students during Parent/Teacher conferences. Conferences will take place on Thursday, March 16^th from 3:20pm – 7:00pm and on Friday, March 24^th (no school) from 11:00am – 7:00pm. We will have the dining area set up for games, coloring etc. Any increment of time is appreciated. Please contact Dot Hayden at 253-4154 or dot.hayden@lssuvt.org