South Haven High School Bulletin for Friday, October 18, 2019
CLUBS
Key club wanted to give out a big thanks to those who participated in our Ice Breaker last week on Thursday. Hopefully you guys had a great time and we hope to see you at our next meeting on Thursday, October 17. And if you missed out on Ice Breaker, it is not too late to join Key club! Everyone is always welcomed:)
CLUBS
History Club Kickoff-Breaking Barriers
New theme for National History Day 2020-Breaking Barriers in Histoy.
Where: North Shore Elementary South Haven
When: Sunday October 27th, 2019
Time: 4:00-6:00
Finger Foods and desserts served
They will be reviewing this year's schedule, talking about the theme and signing up. ($20.00 for competition fee). The speakers will be addressing "Breaking Barriers." Work begins the week of October 28.
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MEETINGS
REMINDER....Western will be here Monday 10/21 @ 7:30AM
Meetings
Michigan Civil Engineering Bridge Building Competition
Any student interested in competing in the Michigan Civil Engineering Bridge Building Competition contact Mrs. Bettis by Friday, October 18th!
There are limited spaces available.
Attention Students
Halloween Costume Party
Come enjoy an afternoon of games, snacks, and lost of fun. Dress to impress and show off your best costumes.
Saturday October 26 11AM-12PM @ The South Haven Memorial Library located 314 Broadway ST.
All ages are welcome!!
Family friendly costumes only
Attention Students
Interested in College?
Sign up to speak with College Reps and hear a brief presentation about their college. Check the list often for updates.
Sign up in the student success center.
Must have teacher approval. .
October 9th U of M University of Michigan 11:45am
October 10th SMC Southwestern Michigan College 11:25am
October 14th Calvin College 10:30am
October 14th Army Lunch visit Lunch A and B
October 21st WMU Western Michigan University 7:30am
October 23rd Lawrence Technical University 8:00am
October 24th KVCC Kalamazoo Valley Community College 9:00am
October 28th Hope College 10:30am
November 7th Michigan Tech 8:00am
Attention Students
2nd Annual Halloween Carnival
On Friday, October 25, 2019, the South Haven Tri-M Music Honor Society will be presenting the 2nd Annual Halloween Carnival for all children ages 12 and under. The Carnival will take place from 4:30-7:30pm in the South Haven High School Gym. All students must be accompanied by an adult. This event is open to the public for children from all areas to enjoy!
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The Halloween Carnival will feature an assortment of carnival games, pumpkin painting, face painting, photo booth, bouncy house, instrument petting zoo, concessions and more! In addition, there will be a costume contest at 6:00pm with various awards for each age category.
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Admission to the carnival is free! Tickets for carnival games and certain activities will be on sale at the door for $0.50 each. Participants will receive one FREE ticket with every five dollars worth of tickets purchased. Everyone is encouraged to wear their costumes and bring a bag or bucket for candy and prizes!
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The Halloween Carnival is sponsored by the SHPS Tri-M Music Honor Society. Proceeds help support the annual SHPS Tri-M Scholarship Award which is presented to a graduating music student. The 2019 recipient of a $1,000 Scholarship was Austin Hunt. Austin is now attending Michigan State University.
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Visit http://shtrim.weebly.com for more information about the SHPS Tri-M Music Honor Society.
Attention Students
OCTOBER is College Application Month.
It is highly recommended that Seniors apply to colleges by November 1st. Apply at the college websites. Applying early provides early feedback and helps with planning.
OCTOBER is also the best time to complete your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Apply at FAFSA.GOV. Students and Parents will begin this process by each applying for an FSA ID at STUDENTAID.GOV/FSAID
The FAFSA can open doors for many SCHOLARSHIPS. Colleges also have scholarships for students who plan to attend their school. Search their websites to find important due dates. For a list of our SOUTH HAVEN community scholarships, check out our website. shps.counseling.weebly.com
Attention Students
ART CLUB
Art Club has meetings most Wednesdays after school from 2:30 – 3:45 in the Art Room E103
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Art Club is open to all who want to use their artistic talent to positively impact the world.
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Art Club is also open to students who want additional studio time.
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You do not need to be in an art class to be in Art Club!
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Art Club will meet on October 2, October 9, October 23, and October 30
Seniors
Senior Pictures for the Yearbook
-Due Friday, November 22, 2019
Hard Copy-At least 1 3/4 inches tall by 1 1/2 inches wide
Digital images- must be JPG and at least 400 dpi
Original image is best!! Don't download from social media
If you do NOT submit a senior picture, your school ID picture will be used.
Email: Send as an attachment w/ your full name as the subject to yearbook@shps.org
Main office or Room B107: Deliver a copy labeled w/ your full name and the words "yearbook senior picture" to the main office.
If you need more time, contact us BEFORE the deadline to reserve your space in the section. -Color photos only please
-No props or special effects
-Plain backgrounds are preferred
-Photos should be vertical
-School appropriate (dress code)
Attention Students
Blessing in a Backpack Bowling Fundraiser
Its that time of year again - the 3rd annual Blessings in a Backpack Fundraiser on November 1st from 5:00 until 8:00pm at Lakeside Entertainment.
Cost is $10.00 for children and $12.00 for adults. This includes 3 games of bowling, shoe rental, pizza and pop. No ticket necessary; you can pay at the door. Tons of family fun while helping a great community program! Sponsored by: South Haven Public School Food Service Program and Union Local S.E.I.U. 517 M.
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Every MONDAY in OCTOBER - Wear your college t-shirts. October is College Application Month, let's support our seniors as they make important decisions about their future.
Last Day to buy Prom Tickets 5/3
Meetings
NHS MEETING FRIDAY 5/3 During RAM
Attention students
Full School Day 5/24/19
We have a calendar revision due to the extreme weather conditions and number of school closings this year.
Please note that Friday, May 24, 2019 will now be a full day of school for all students and staff.
Please contact your student's school office with any questions!
Events
WE ARE NOT SELLING PROM TICKETS AT THE DOOR!
Tickets must be purchased NO LATER THAN 2:30 MAY 3RD!! During A & B Lunch or see Mrs. Otto!!
$35/single
$50/couple
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All guest forms MUST be turned in to Junior student government members or Mrs. Otto NO LATER THAN MAY 2nd @ 2:30. Otherwise guests will not be admitted into prom.
Guest request forms are in the main office
Leave a Legacy Award HS seniors...there is still time to apply for the Devon "Devo" Smiley "Leave a Legacy" award. This is a one-time scholarship award in memory of Devon Smiley. Applications can be found in the Student Success Center & are due by May 15th.
Ram Booster Scholarship
Attention Juniors
Ram Boosters are offering a $1000 scholarship. This scholarship is open to qualified Juniors with a 2.5 GPA or higher. Interested students should pick up an application in the counseling office.
Attention students
Looking for something to do this summer?
You could be the next Ward 1 Community Action Committee of South Haven Intern!
This part-time positions pays up to $1,000! Successful applicants must be enrolled in college or high school (age 16+) *complies with Equal Opportunity & Labor Laws
Submit by Letter of Application and 2 References by May 15, 2019 to:
Gail Patterson-Gladney
gailpatterson@shmlibrary.org
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Mail to: 914 Kalamazoo Street
South Haven, MI 49090
Events
For Dual Enrollment:
Current LMC South Haven Campus Accuplacer Testing Center Hours:
Wednesdays 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Thursdays 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Fridays 10:00am - 2:00pm
Accuplacer tests are not timed, you do not need to register in advance, and you receive your scores immediately. All students who plan on dual enrolling must have qualifying Accuplacer test scores on file with their counselor.
If you already have qualifying scores from current dual enrollment, you do not need to re-test. See your counselor with questions.
Events
FOOD TRUCKS AT PROM!!
Class of 2020 decided to add food to the Prom this year!!
They will have a Taco and Brick Oven Pizza truck!!
Students and chaperones are encouraged to bring cash to taste the delicious food!!
Slices of pizza and individual tacos dishes will be around $3-$4! Tickets for prom are on sale through May 3rd during all lunches. Or come see Mrs. Otto for a ticket.
SHOUT OUTS
Our History Club makes it to Nationals
We are proud to announce that the South Haven History Club will be representing the entire state of MI for the 10th consecutive year at Nationals!!
There were over 510 kids competing at the state level at Bay City High School. They place first -3rd in the youth category and then only choose 2 from the junior and senior categories to represent the entire state of Michigan (both peninsulas) to move onto national/international competition at the University of Maryland/DC. Just making it to state is an awesome accomplishment in itself. Our HS students
Winning the Best Entry in Naval and Maritime History in the state-Jesse Ford and Maddox Uckele- Sr. documentary: Final Voyage: the USS Indianapolis. (award sponsored by The Continental Commandery of the Naval Order of the United States)
Taking first place AND moving on to Nationals in DC- senior individual performance.: Avery Daugherty with: Nellie Bly; Ahead of her Time, Forgotten in the Papers.
Taking first place AND moving on to Nationals in DC- senior group exhibit -Nic Sheppard and Myles Daugherty with Triumph Lost in Flames: the Sultana Disaster.
Winning the Best use of Primary Sources in the state- Nic Sheppard and Myles Daugherty. (award sponsored by the Michigan Archival Association)
All members did an exceptional job and exceeded their personal goals. I am deeply proud of ALL them! RAM pride.
Attention students
Dual Enrollment:
Registration is open and packets are available in the SSC. Must have qualifying test scores on file prior to registration. Must make an appointment with counselor to register. Deadline to register is June 12th.
Online classes:
Application/contracts for online classes for next school year are available. Deadline is June 12th.
Events
SENIORS
May Events/Reminders:
May 1 is Decision Day for Seniors!
May 6-May 17: AP Exams
May 15: Commencement Portraits and Dare to Dream Walk for graduating seniors.
May 22: Seniors begin their final exams for periods 4-6. Full school day.
May 23: Last school day for seniors, and exams for periods 1-3. Half day only for seniors.
May 27: Memorial Day - No School
May 29: Baccalaureate for graduating seniors.
May 30: Senior Awards Ceremony
May 31: Mandatory Graduation Practice for graduating seniors
June 2: Commencement for graduating seniors
For more details regarding events for graduating seniors, please refer to letter and schedule mailed to each senior's home.