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SHS UPDATES
Upcoming Dates:
October 28, 29 Midterms
October 29 Flu Shots
October 30 Teacher Workday
November 16 Fall Sports Banquet
Upcoming Varsity Sporting Events:
October 28 Soccer Cap 7 Tournament, Semifinals (at Leesville) 5:00 and 7:00
October 29 Soccer Cap 7 Tournament , Finals (at Leesville) 6:30
October 30 Football vs. Enloe (away) 7:00
October 31 Cross Country 4A Regionals (Tanglewood)
Full sports schedule available at
http://sandersonhs.wcpss.net/athletics/pdf_files/2009_Fall_Schedules.pdf
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IT'S TIME FOR THE ANNUAL BAND FRUIT AND FLOWER
It's time to place your order for fruit and flowers for the holiday season. Orders can be placed with any Color Guard or Marching Spartan, and checks are payable to SHS Band Boosters. Poinsettias (red, white, or pink) are $9, and grapefruit, oranges, tangelos, tangerines, and variety packs range from $18 to $25. The sale will continue through November 6th, and delivery will be between Dec. 1st and 3rd . You can also contact Mary Weaver (mary.weaver@... ) or Bernadette Clark (bernadette_clark@... ) for additional information. We appreciate your support of the Sanderson Band programs!
CONGRATS TO OUR CROSS COUNTRY RUNNERS!
Congratulations to the SHS Men's Cross Country Team for earning the Cap Seven Conference Championship on October 20. Ten members of the team competed in the championship race. Four Spartans finished among the top 14 runners and were named to the All-Conference team - Matt Shick (4th), Matt Geisz (5), Mitchell Feldman (7), and Philip Hathaway (8). The championship was the eighth conference championship for the Spartan Men's Cross Country team in school history and the first since 1992.
The Spartans' Women's Cross Country team finished in third place in the Cap Seven Championship meet on October 20. They were led by three Spartans who earned All-Conference honors by finishing in the top 14 in the race. Earning All-Conference were Allison Cook (3rd), Samantha Cook (4), and Anna Taylor (14).
NO FUSS FUNDRAISER UPDATE
Sanderson's no fuss fundraiser is currently at $9,398 we are getting close to our goal of $10,000, but still a bit short! If you have not contributed yet, please consider making a donation to our school!
SPARTANS OF EXCELLENCE!!
The Academic Booster Club is pleased to announce the students who have been chosen by their teachers as Spartans of Excellence. This award recognizes students who have demonstrated exceptional behavior within the academic setting of SHS.
Victoria Price, Robert Moore, Adam Tassitino, Joshua Wilson, Alec Lucas, Shaneca Ragland, Amber Hemingway, Turen Dewberry, Ahmed Castro, Keegan McBride, Aja Ash, Nick Larson, Seth Boye, Tal Denton, Bryan Burke, Rachel Coffman, Haley Pope, Xuxa Bennett, Cindy Rapalo, Rachel Clark, Sheena Patel,
Victor Ubani, Nic Femia, Latoya Clemmons, Preston Brady, Kim Day, Henry McClain, Julia Thaw, Evelyn Silguero, Charles Thomas
Congratulations to the first quarter honorees!
HAVE YOU GOTTEN YOUR FLU SHOT??
Schools across
http://www.wcpss. net/news/ 2009_oct08_ flu_wakegov/
IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO GET YOUR SPARTAN GEAR!!
(note the corrected link the one last week did not work)
The Sanderson Athletic Club(SAC) has open another opportunity for you to place your orders for Sanderson merchandise. The red short and long sleeve t-shirts, sweatpants, red hooded sweatshirts, red stadium blankets, polo shirts and fleece pullovers are availabe to order from Oct 20-30 thru the Sanderson Athletic Club. The order is expected back by Nov 13. Go to the Sanderson website under athletics scroll down to get your form and mail it to me with your check or you can place your order on line at http://johnsonlambe.gearorder.com/index and use sales code 4R9MY. I will also set up a table at the varsity football game on Friday Oct 23 at 5:00 at the front gate to take orders and at the JV football game on Thurs., Oct 29 at 6:00 to take orders. GO SPARTANS!
INTERNET SAFETY COURSE
Internet Safety for Young People and Families
Parents and families are invited to a special presentation, "Internet Safety for Young People and Families," that will be held on Tuesday, November 17th from 3:30-6:30pm at the Commons Building off of the Poole Rd exit at I-440. This event, sponsored by the Partnership for Educational Success, will include the topics: What you don't know can hurt your child, Internet predators, Cyber- bullying, Parental Controls, and more. Light refreshments will be provided, as will door prizes. Please RSVP to Erin Simile ( erin.simile@... or 250-4597).
Location:
ACADEMIC BOOSTER MEETING
Academic Boosters will meet Tuesday, November 3, in the media center at 7:30. Please join us and become a part of this active group who strives to "Bring out the Best" in all students.
DO YOU HAVE INFO FOR THE YAHOO MESSAGES?
Please email your information for Yahoo messages to Bonnie Hines at bonnie.hines@... prior to each Monday for that Monday's evening newsletter.
GOVERNOR SCHOOL NOMINEES
Congratulations is in order to the following students who have been nominated and selected to move on to the county level for
Rebecca Dobner French
Caitlin Biddell Math
Graham Cole Social Science
Susan Pizzolato Natural Science
Samuel Regalado English
Katie Perkinson Choral Music
Jacob Gallagher Drama
Jasmine Tilden Instrumental Music
Good luck as you compete for the state level.
HONOR ROLL CELEBRATION
The 1st Quarter A and A/B Honor Roll Celebration, sponsored by the Academic Booster Club, will be held for all qualifying students on Friday, November 20. Invitations will be distributed in class the week of the celebration.
LOOKING AHEAD TO THE SAT
November SAT test takers-
Please know that for the November SAT test, there is no need to place a "rush" order on your scores. As soon as scores are available, they are immediately released to the colleges/universities/scholarship programs you selected at the time you registered. At other times during the year rush reporting costs $27.00 for processing (and an additional $9.50 per recipient, if requested after your initial free scores were reported).
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December 5, 2009 |
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October 30, 2009 |
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January 23, 2010 |
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December 15, 2009 |
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February 4, 2010 |
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May 1, 2010 |
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March 25, 2010 |
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June 5, 2010 |
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April 29, 2010 |
Register at www.collegeboard.com
Free SAT Prep Course
Sanderson will be offering SAT Prep for each of the fall administrations of the SAT. Prep classes are led by well-trained SHS students with a faculty member present. Classes will be held each Friday beginning at 3:10 in the JROTC room, room 197. No pre-sign-up is necessary; students may just "show up."
Fall semester SAT Prep schedule:
SAT- November 7: Oct 29- writing: multiple-choice; Nov 6- writing essay
SAT- December 5: Nov 13- introduction to Prep course and grammar; Nov 20- basic and advanced math; No prep the week of Thanksgiving; Dec 4- writing: multiple-choice and essay
CHORUS INFO
Friends of the Performing Arts (FOPA) members and all parents with students in any chorus...
Mark your calendars: next FOPA meeting is November 10th at 7:00 in the chorus room. We will be talking about upcoming fundraising and the Spring chorus trip. See you there! (Please spread the word to anyone with a student in any of the chorus classes. All are invited.)
UPCOMING BAND DATES
Oct 27-29 Rehearsal, 3:30-5:30
Oct 31 Competition
INTERESTED IN WINNING $1,000??
Cooperativa Latina Credit Union is sponsoring an essay contest. Win a $1000 certificate of deposit. Must be 13-18 to enter the contest. Theme: What does saving money mean to you? For contest details, visit www.latinoccu.org or call 919.688.9270 Also, flyers are available in the career center.
NURSING COURSE SIGN UP
Any student interested in signing up for the Certified Nursing Assistant I course for the spring semester needs to sign up in the career center by November 10th.
SANDERSON INLINE PRACTICE
We have scheduled practices at Wakefield Jellybeans Rink for October 29th at 430pm. Please alert everyone you know of times. Thanks, Coach Tim
THE
What: A public, residential high school for academically talented juniors and seniors. The school provides challenging educational opportunities for young men and women who have interest and potential for high achievement in the sciences and mathematics. There is no cost to the student. Who: Academically gifted/talented students who are interested in the areas of science and math apply during the first semester of their sophomore year (10th grade). Admission is very competitive.
When: Application deadline is January 15, 2010. Applications will be available online no later than mid-October.
How: Applications for admission are only available online through the NCSSM website: www.ncssm.edu/admissions.
Students must take the SAT during their 10th grade year on one of the following SAT test dates: Oct 10, Nov 7, Dec 5, or Jan 23. See NCSSM web site for very specific directions for reporting SAT scores to NCSSM. SAT registration information is available in the SHS Student Services office or online at collegeboard.com.
Open House: Saturday, October 31, 2009. To attend, register online at www.ncssm.edu/admissions by October 16th.
Open House is on a first-come, first-served basis, so register early. NCSSM is located in
For additional information, visit the NCSSM web site www.ncssm.edu. Informational flyers are also available outside Ms. Mosher's door in Student Services
CLASS RINGS
Interested in getting a class ring? Click this link to find out more (you can order your ring online):
http://shop.jostens.com/ring_flash.asp?CID=140651&PFID=2008011404300610377&mscssid=8C2HSWH8N9478GLKS53J607WFS5DCFDD
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NEWS FOR OUR SENIORS
.THE CLASS OF 2010!
Students are allowed 2 excused college visits...one PER semester that will not affect their exam exemption status. A form must be picked up from attendance or guidance, filled out and returned before the absence.
Graduation for Sanderson is set for Thursday, June 10th at noon it will be here before you know it!
Would You Like Help With Your College Applications??
COLLEGE APPLICATION WEEK ANNOUNCEMENT
In conjunction with College Foundation of NC, Sanderson High will be participating in College Application Week November 17-19, 2009. During this time select colleges will be waiving their application fee and seniors will receive assistance from Sanderson High counselors with the completion of college applications. On November 17, 18, and 19 th SHS counselors will be available to assist students in the completion of college applications during SMART Lunch. Seniors will have an opportunity to sign up to participate on November 4, 5, and 6 outside the cafeteria during SMART lunch. For more information about College Application week please visit http://www1.cfnc.org/ExternalScripts/Online_Applications/College_Admission/caw.asp
If you would like help setting up a CFNC account you may visit Room 101 during SMART lunch on November 16 th for assistance.
College Recruiting:
The following colleges will have representatives in the career center to meet with interested seniors:
Wake Tech Health Science Program
Any senior planning to attend Wake Tech and enroll in a Health Science Program Major i.e. nursing, dental hygiene, medical assisting, etc. needs to sign up in the career center asap to meet with the representative. The rep will be here on Tuesday, October 27th and you must sign up and receive a pass to attend.
Students must sign up in the career center for a pass to attend!! Thank you!
Considering a Military Career?
If you are considering a career in the military, speak to a recruiter on Thursdays during SMART Lunch. A recruiter will be available to speak with interested students in the cafeteria or gym lobby. Students may also pick up recruiter contact information in the career center.
COLLEGE OPEN HOUSES
College & University Open House/Information Sessions - Please contact the school to verify before attending:
Admission Information Session
Marriott @
Saturday, October 31st
12:30 p.m
Saturday, October 31st
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Register @ http://admissions.tc.umn.edu/visit
1.800.752.1000
November 11th, January 18th, February 15th, February 27th, and March 27th
Junior Day- April 10th, 2010
For additional information, visit www.campbell.edu .
Saturday, November 14th
Saturday, March 20th
Saturday, April 17th
RSVP and get additional information at www.randolphcollege.edu .
Friday, November 6th
Saturday, November 14th
RSVP at www.usfca.edu/visit or call (800) CALL-USF. Get additional information at www.usfca.edu .
NCSU
NCSU and the
October 30th
November 6th, 11th, 13th, 20th
December 4th
Students are encouraged to sign up for a general tour and information session at the
Register for a
Open House programs will be held on: January 30th & April 3rd
9:00-1:00pm
RSVP at (919) 516-4012 or visit www.st-aug.edu
The Raleigh-Wake Alumni Chapter of Winston-Salem State University is sponsoring a college visitation day Saturday, November 7, 2009. This college visitation is open to all high school sophomores, juniors and seniors with at least a 2.0 GPA. The cost of the trip is $20.00 per person, which includes transportation from
PGA Golf Management Program (
For interested juniors and seniors
Monday, November 9th
Get additional information and register by visiting www.campbell.edu/pgagm
College scholarships
The Raleigh Mayor's Committee for Persons with Disabilities
Attention Seniors!
The Raleigh Mayor's Committee for Persons with Disabilities will award two $1,000 scholarships to students with documented disabilities. Applicants must be residents of the City of
If you are interested and feel you meet the criteria set by the Raleigh Mayor's Committee for Persons with Disabilities, please pick up an application from Mrs. Davis in Student Services. Your completed application along with a copy of your college acceptance letter is due to your counselor no later than Monday, May 3rd.
American Red Cross Queen of Hearts Scholarship Program
Any ambitious, outgoing young woman who has a passion to help others and her community is invited to participate in the American Red Cross Fund-Raising program and earn scholarship money at the same time. If you are a high school female student who would like the opportunity to creatively raise funds for the American Red Cross and compete for a scholarship, please go to http://www.trianglearc.org/EVENTS/QueenofHearts/tabid/800/language/en-US/Default.aspx to find out more information and to complete an application to participate. Activities will take place in February 2010 with the Queen of Hearts being named in early March. However, applications are due November 20, 2009.
Air Force ROTC Scholarship
The deadline for seniors applying for Air Force ROTC scholarships is December 1st. Go to www.afrotc.com for the online application. AFROTC scholarships provide tuition and fees for competitive students who are willing to serve as officers in the United States Air Force for 4 years, following the completion of their college degree at 1 of over 900 civilian colleges and universities in the nation. For questions or more information, go to www.afrotc.com or contact the local liaison officer, LtCol Sandy Willey, 919-518-0784, or sfwilley@....
The Alumnae Legacy Scholarship at
This scholarship is the highest honor available to an entering freshman and is renewable for four years. The student awarded this prestigious scholarship receives full tuition, room and board, books, supplies, international study, networking opportunities with the Meredith president and alumnae, and other academic enrichment programs. The selection of recipients for this award takes into account superior academic achievement, intellectual promise and leadership ability. Alumnae Legacy Scholars live on campus all four years and participate in the Honors Program. Students are selected to interview for the Alumnae Legacy Scholarship from the Honors Program applicant pool. The Honors Program Application is available online or by calling the Office of Admissions. Learn more about the Honors Program at www.meredith.edu/honors.
Presidential Scholarships at
This is a full-tuition scholarship available for entering freshmen, and is renewable for four years. Like the Alumnae Legacy Scholarship, the selection of recipients for this prestigious award will be based on merit, taking into account superior academic achievement, intellectual promise and leadership ability. Each recipient may apply for a stipend to help cover the cost of a study abroad experience; Presidential Scholars also participate in the Honors Program. Students are selected to interview for the Presidential Scholarship from the Honors Program applicant pool. The Honors Program Application is available online or by calling the Office of Admissions. Learn more about the Honors Program at www.meredith.edu/honors.
Ithica is offering the Martin Luther King Jr. Scholars Program to outstanding under represented students. The program focuses on citizenship and service to communities. Scholars receive awards ranging from $18000 - full tuition paid to
The Roy H. Park Scholar Award
Who : Seniors interested in majoring in a communications field
Criteria : High achieving and motivated senior with an interest in communications and leadership potential.
Award Amount : Full tuition for four years (estimated value of $172,000), a stipend for living expenses and books, and a one-time computer purchase stipend of $2,500.
· As part of the scholarship process, students must complete an application to
Seniors, if you are interested in being nominated for this scholarship, please submit a resume and letter of interest to Mr. O'Connor in Student Services no later than December 1st .
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Applications for the 2010-2011 academic year are now available online.
General Eligibility Requirements: Be of Hispanic heritage (most programs). Have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Be a
John Montgomery Belk Scholarship at
Attention Seniors!
If you are interested in attending
Each high school may only nominate ONE student. Davidson is looking for students who "demonstrate purposeful engagement in the classroom, with student and civic organizations, on the athletic field, or in the arts." Candidates must apply to
If you feel you meet the criteria set by Davidson College for the John Montgomery Belk Scholarship and are interested in being Sanderson's nominee, please submit a resume and letter of interest to Mr. O'Connor in Student Services no later than Friday, October 30.
Attention seniors.
National Association of Secondary School Principals Scholarship
Attention seniors. The 2009-2010 Principal's Scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $12,000 will be awarded to 100 outstanding seniors from across the country. Sanderson may nominate ONE senior based on their leadership, service, achievement in the arts and sciences, employment experience, and academic record.
If you are interested in being Sanderson's nominee, please submit a resume and a letter detailing why you think you would be the best candidate for this scholarship. Resumes and letters must be submitted to Mr. O'Connor in Student Services no later than Friday, November 20.
UNC
Multiple academic excellence awards are offered to incoming freshmen at UNCG. To apply for the Merit Awards Program, current high school seniors must present a minimum 1800 SAT or 27 ACT (writing section is required for the ACT ) and a 3.5 minimum high school GPA. Annual award amounts range from $2,500 to full tuition, fees, room & board, and are renewable up to a total of four years. Scholarship recipients are selected primarily on the basis of exceptional academic achievement and potential.
Students must apply and be admitted to UNCG no later than January 4th, 2010 for consideration. The Merit Awards Program application must be received by January 4th, 2010 also. For application information please visit www.uncg.edu/fia or call (336) 334-5702.
The College offers numerous scholarship opportunities to qualified students each year. Through the generous support of corporations and friends of the College, NCSU is able to offer our students this important funding. To complete a scholarship application or get additional information about the programs available and qualifications, visit http://ced.ncsu.edu/student_services/scholarship_info.php .
Deadline- Applications received before Friday, March 5, 2010, will be given first consideration.
National Co-Op Scholarship Program
Seniors applying to the following colleges/universities should consider applying for the National Co-Op Scholarship Program:
Pace University
Rochester Institute of Technology
Wentworth Institute of Technology
To be eligible for the scholarship program, applicants must have a minimum 3.5 high school GPA and complete all of the required admissions applications material and be accepted for the 2010-2011 academic year at one of the partner institutions listed. 170 $6,000 merit co-op scholarships will be awarded between the eight partner colleges/universities.
To request a scholarship application, or complete one online, visit www.co-op.edu. Application deadline is February 15, 2010. Early applications are highly encouraged.
*15 full tuition scholarships, renewable for 4 years based on demonstrated academic merit
*guaranteed to meet full need for 4 years
*Honors Program that provides an integrated liberal arts education in small seminar style classes
*fully funded summer internships, travel & service programs
Candidates must apply by the early action deadline for
Need more information? Call 1(800) 360-2522 or visit www.bc.ued/centers/psp
Levine Scholarship Program- UNC
Application/nomination program for seniors. Levine Scholars will receive a full scholarship to UNC Charlotte for four years, a grant to implement a service project of their own design, and four summers of experiences that will develop their leadership strengths and social awareness. Total value for in-state students over the 4 years- $90,000.
Applicants should be outstanding high school seniors who demonstrate evidence of experience, motivation and commitment towards the ideals of the Levine Scholars Program. Requirements include: (1) seniors who are applying as freshmen at UNC Charlotte (university acceptance is required)
(2) the Levine Scholars program anticipates that successful applicants have an unweighted GPA of 3.8 or better, a combined SAT score of 1800-2400 or ACT composite score of 29-36. There are no minimum GPA, SAT or ACT requirements, but students must excel academically
(3) students should demonstrate a commitment to community service, hold an academic record that reflects a sustained passion for knowledge and possess a capacity for ethical leadership that beckons fellow students toward a higher standard
Learn more about scholarship requirements, program details and deadlines at
http://levinescholars.uncc.edu/levine/ .
Deadlines:
Students must be nominated by one of the following individuals as their high school- teacher, principal, school counselor. Students must provide the nominator with the following information- Legal first name, middle name & last name, preferred first name, email address, and date of the most recent SAT test taken. The last day for students to ask a school official to complete a nomination is Tuesday, November 10, 2009.
Additional deadlines apply, so please consult http://levinescholars.uncc.edu/levine/ for further details.
*15 full tuition scholarships, renewable for 4 years based on demonstrated academic merit
*guaranteed to meet full need for 4 years
*Honors Program that provides an integrated liberal arts education in small seminar style classes
*fully funded summer internships, travel & service programs
Candidates must apply by the early action deadline for
Need more information? Call 1(800) 360-2522 or visit www.bc.ued/centers/psp
Thomas Wolfe Scholarship (UNC
The Creative Writing Program and the Department of English of the
Thomas Wolfe Scholarship applicants must apply simultaneously to the
The Thomas Wolfe Scholarship award, the first of its kind at UNC-Chapel Hill, will be based largely on written work submitted by candidates. Artistic merit is the chief criterion of selection. Students who write poetry, fiction, plays, literary non-fiction (personal narratives, memoir, travel and nature essays, literary journalism, belles-lettres) are eligible. Multiple genre submissions are also encouraged, though submissions are limited to one application per student.
The application process will require the submission of up to fifty (50) pages in prose, forty (40) pages in poetry, or sixty (60) in play writing, in English. In addition to completing an application questionnaire, candidates will submit a five-hundred-word personal essay entitled "Why I Write."
The age of entering freshmen under The Thomas Wolfe Scholarship shall not exceed twenty-two (22) years. The scholarship is not available to undergraduate college students seeking to transfer to UNC-Chapel Hill from other institutions. All applicants shall be citizens of the
Additional information and the scholarship application are available http://english.unc.edu/creative/tws .
Postmark Deadline- November 2, 2009.
Random House Children's Books College Scholarship
Dr. Seuss's "Oh the places you'll go!"
*open to seniors graduating as a part of the Class of 2010
*$5,000 scholarship for a high school senior who understands & values the limitless possibilities that education can offer
For applications or more information available at
http://origin-www.seussville.com/ohtheplaces/
Deadline- February 15, 2010
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