Tuesday, December 19th, 2017

Tuesday
December 19th, 2017
Day 3
Drop B
Lunch - E Period
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Please see sports schedule listed for:December 18th - January 2, 2017 posted at the end of the morning announcements.
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POCU's KWANZAA Celebration is today @ 3pm in the cafeteria. All are welcome. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Today is your last chance to audition for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, this year's winter musical!  Preparation is minimal and can be done while you wait.  Did we mention that we'll give you a cookie?  Sign up on the auditorium doors.  
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Attention French Exchange participants:  We will have an emergency meeting after school Today in room 150 at 2;30.  It will be very brief but important.  Madame Stankiewicz-
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Want a time and place to work on your post-high school plans? Come to room 141 on Tuesdays between 2:20 and 3 for focused time to work on your college and scholarship applications, college essay writing, resume writing, exploring service-based career options, or gap year or workplace experience. 141 is open with computers for your use, counselors and a writing teacher on staff to help, and a quiet space for you to take positive steps toward your future!
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Seniors - does this sound like you? Strong academic record; plan to attend a PRIVATE COLLEGE in MA; Must be a permanent resident of Massachusetts; from a low income family with unmet financial need; you should be engaged in a meaningful mentoring program or ongoing relationship with an adult role model; involved in a balance of community, school, and work activities. Apply online only. Look under Yawkey Scholars listed in Naviance or see Mrs Cappelli. It's a 4 year, renewable scholarship to cover tuition and fees.
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f you  are a sophmore or junior who loves to read, enjoys creative & thoughtful group discussions, and cares about/curious about Jewish culture...consider applying to the Great Jewish Books summer program at the Yiddish Book Ctr in Amherst.  Students come from across North America from diverse religious affiliations & family backgrounds.  Participants will  read and engage with modern Jewish literature.  You will  study with college professors, meet authors, and make lasting friendships. Every admitted student receives a scholarship for the full cost of tuition, room and board, books, and special events.   There are two sessions: July 22-27 and July 29-August 3. The deadline to apply is March 5More details and the application can be found here:yiddishbookcenter.org/great-jewish-books
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A staff member has lost her "Santa Clause Christmas Hat" - it may have been mistakenly taken from the printing room next to the library.  Please return asap if you see this hat around the school. Please return to the main office or the library desk.
 It would be much appreciated. thank you.
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Non School Sponsored

The EXPERIMENT in International Living is a highly respected program of international education and experiential learning for high school students. 
For 85 years, summer study abroad programs allow students to explore the world in a personal, meaningful way and to develop new, enduring friendships through hands-on cultural experiences and home-stays in 28 countries.  The Experiment is the flagship program of World Learning, a global non-profit organization that supports educational development in 100 countries.

You can pick up a catalog of all their programs in the Guidance Office.
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Please see sports schedule listed below:

    Dec. 18th
 5:30p Chicopee Comprehensive HS - G/JV/Basketball

 7:00p Chicopee Comprehensive HS - G/V/Basketball 

Dec. 19th
5:00p EVENT UPDATE-- @ Minnechaug Reg. HS- B/V/Swimming 
5:00p EVENT UPDATE-- @ Minnechaug Reg. HS- G/V/Swimming 

Dec. 20th
§   3:30p EVENT UPDATE-- East Longmeadow HS - B/F/Basketball 
§   5:30p @ East Longmeadow HS - B/JV/Basketball 
§   7:00p @ East Longmeadow HS - B/V/Basketball 
 7:00p @ Easthampton HS - B/V/Ice Hockey 

Dec. 21st
§    5:30p @ Springfield Central HS - G/JV/Basketball
 7:00p @ Springfield Central HS - G/V/Basketball

Dec. 22nd

§  12:00p EARLY RELEASE
§   5:00p EVENT UPDATE-- @ Belchertown HS - B/V/Swimming 
§   5:00p EVENT UPDATE-- @ Belchertown HS - G/V/Swimming 
§   5:30p @ Fitchburg HS - B/JV/Basketball
 7:00p @ Fitchburg HS - B/V/Basketball

Dec. 27th
      VACATION
 8:30a BOYS INDOOR TRACK 

Dec. 28th
§  VACATION
§   5:30p @ Ludlow HS - G/JV/Basketball 
§   7:00p @ Ludlow HS - G/V/Basketball 
 8:30p @ Ludlow HS - B/V/Ice Hockey 

Dec. 29th
§  @ Longmeadow HS - B/F/Basketball
VACATION

Jan. 2nd

§      5:00p East Longmeadow HS - B/V/Swimming 
§     5:00p East Longmeadow HS - G/V/Swimming

 5:00p ALPINE SKI TEAM PRACTICE