Tuesday, March 31. 2015
March 31, 2015
Happy Touch of Spring Tuesday!
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Spring Spirit Wear Store is OPEN. Go online using the PTSA link on the Manual Website to order the newest Manual styles and graphics. Store closes today!
FCA @ 6:55am in auditorium
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
Science Bowl @ 2:30 in room 320
Baseball @ Oldham Co. (JV-5:30)
Baseball @ Eastern (FR-6:00)
Girls' Lacrosse vs Ballard @ Manual Stadium (JV-5:30, Varsity-7:00)
Softball vs Ballard @ Home (Varsity-5:00, JV-6:30)
Boys' Tennis vs Butler @ Shively Park (3:30)
Boys & Girls' Track & Field-Lenny Lyles Invitational @ Central High School
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
Cheer tryouts for next year are April 15-17 at Gymtime. There is a parent /cheerleader info meeting @ 6:00pm in the Fr. Cafe. See Coach Vaughan for a tryout packet.
Deadline-CHAPERONES NEEDED FOR COLLEGE SIGNING DAY!! On May 18th all JCPS Seniors who have been accepted to a college/university, have completed the FAFSA and have met the ACT benchmarks are invited to the YUM! Center for a celebration via the 55,000 degrees initiative. We must secure 25+ volunteers, who have Volunteer Records Forms on file, so don't wait to join this amazing group of students to this event! Please visit the SignUp Genius link for more details: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050a44aeaa28a02-college1
All Art Club Members (past & present)-help with Pegusus Parade Float on Wednesdays & Thursdays from 2:30-4:00 in room 154
Baseball vs Butler @ Derby City (Varsity-6:30)
Boys' Lacrosse vs Eastern @ Manual Stadium (Varsity-5:30, JV-7:30)
Softball @ Bullitt Central (Varisty-5:00, JV-6:30)
Girls' Tennis vs Butler @ Shively Park (3:30)
Boys' & Girls' Track & Field @ Sacred Heart
Forensic Society @ 2:30 in room 210
Ballroom Dance @ 2:30 in YA14
FEC @ 2:30 in 212
French Scrabble @ 2:30 in 328
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Junior Ring Ceremony is Friday April 24 from 10 am-12 pm in Manual's Auditorium. Please see attachment for details. If you plan to leave school early on April 24, you MUST have already completed an early dismissal form. Forms are available in the office and MUST be returned to the office by Friday April 17!
Junior Ring Dance is the evening of Friday April 24 from 8 pm-12 am at the Muhammad Ali Center. The exhibits will open at 7 pm for your viewing pleasure.
Tickets for the dance go on sale Tuesday April 14. Tickets are $30. Tickets will be sold BEFORE and AFTER school ONLY in room 221 until Monday April 20th.
Guest forms - are also available in the front office. If you are bringing a non-Manual student as a guest, you must present completed form at time of ticket purchase.
Graduation Date has been set for Friday, June 5 @ 9:00am at Freedom Hall!
ATTENTION SENIOR FAMILIES! The duPont Manual Alumni Association is selling commemorative bricks to the Crimson Spirit Wall at the entrance to historic duPont Manual Stadium at the Burnett Street entrance. Remember your graduating Senior by purchasing a 4”x 8” brick for only $100! As an added bonus, for $150 you can purchase a LIFETIME duPont Manual Alumni Association membership and receive a FREE brick! Show your Crimson Pride by purchasing your brick TODAY! All bricks will be installed prior to the home football game of the 2015 season. Please see the attached order form for more information. The duPont Manual Alumni Association is very proud of our graduating Seniors! Go Crimsons!
PROJECT GRADUATION 2015Graduation Night from 11pm to 5am - The goal is a safe celebration for all Manual seniors!
PROJECT GRADUATION is an all-night, alcohol- and drug-free celebration for the graduating senior class. On the night our seniors graduate, after spending some time with their families, they will want to celebrate with their classmates. The MANUAL community wants to provide THE PLACE TO GO where a good time can be had by all. But, we need your help to make it happen! The budget for PROJECT GRADUATION last year was over $17,000, plus the value of donated prizes. We need your generous donations! All MANUAL parents are encouraged to donate; remember, your student(s) will be participating before you know it. All monies raised will help pay for the event, and all donations will be acknowledged in the MANUAL e-Newsletter. Please consider donating to this worthy cause . . . Complete the flier found at http://www.dupontmanual.com/ptsa/pdf/pg2014donationletter.pdf and send it into the office with your gift. THANK YOU!
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Spanish Honor Society is accepting applications from sophomores & juniors for spring induction. You must be currently enrolled in Spanish 2, 3 or above and have a GPA of 3.5 overall as well as a 3.5 in Spanish. Applications are outside of room 239. Deadline for applications is April 15.
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
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Attachments available for 30 days until Thursday, April 30, 2015:
Brick Order Form - class of 2015.pdf
Junior Ring Dance information flyer.docx
________________________________________
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Spring Spirit Wear Store is OPEN. Go online using the PTSA link on the Manual Website to order the newest Manual styles and graphics. Store closes today!
FCA @ 6:55am in auditorium
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
Science Bowl @ 2:30 in room 320
Baseball @ Oldham Co. (JV-5:30)
Baseball @ Eastern (FR-6:00)
Girls' Lacrosse vs Ballard @ Manual Stadium (JV-5:30, Varsity-7:00)
Softball vs Ballard @ Home (Varsity-5:00, JV-6:30)
Boys' Tennis vs Butler @ Shively Park (3:30)
Boys & Girls' Track & Field-Lenny Lyles Invitational @ Central High School
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
Cheer tryouts for next year are April 15-17 at Gymtime. There is a parent /cheerleader info meeting @ 6:00pm in the Fr. Cafe. See Coach Vaughan for a tryout packet.
Deadline-CHAPERONES NEEDED FOR COLLEGE SIGNING DAY!! On May 18th all JCPS Seniors who have been accepted to a college/university, have completed the FAFSA and have met the ACT benchmarks are invited to the YUM! Center for a celebration via the 55,000 degrees initiative. We must secure 25+ volunteers, who have Volunteer Records Forms on file, so don't wait to join this amazing group of students to this event! Please visit the SignUp Genius link for more details: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050a44aeaa28a02-college1
All Art Club Members (past & present)-help with Pegusus Parade Float on Wednesdays & Thursdays from 2:30-4:00 in room 154
Baseball vs Butler @ Derby City (Varsity-6:30)
Boys' Lacrosse vs Eastern @ Manual Stadium (Varsity-5:30, JV-7:30)
Softball @ Bullitt Central (Varisty-5:00, JV-6:30)
Girls' Tennis vs Butler @ Shively Park (3:30)
Boys' & Girls' Track & Field @ Sacred Heart
Forensic Society @ 2:30 in room 210
Ballroom Dance @ 2:30 in YA14
FEC @ 2:30 in 212
French Scrabble @ 2:30 in 328
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Junior Ring Ceremony is Friday April 24 from 10 am-12 pm in Manual's Auditorium. Please see attachment for details. If you plan to leave school early on April 24, you MUST have already completed an early dismissal form. Forms are available in the office and MUST be returned to the office by Friday April 17!
Junior Ring Dance is the evening of Friday April 24 from 8 pm-12 am at the Muhammad Ali Center. The exhibits will open at 7 pm for your viewing pleasure.
Tickets for the dance go on sale Tuesday April 14. Tickets are $30. Tickets will be sold BEFORE and AFTER school ONLY in room 221 until Monday April 20th.
Guest forms - are also available in the front office. If you are bringing a non-Manual student as a guest, you must present completed form at time of ticket purchase.
Graduation Date has been set for Friday, June 5 @ 9:00am at Freedom Hall!
ATTENTION SENIOR FAMILIES! The duPont Manual Alumni Association is selling commemorative bricks to the Crimson Spirit Wall at the entrance to historic duPont Manual Stadium at the Burnett Street entrance. Remember your graduating Senior by purchasing a 4”x 8” brick for only $100! As an added bonus, for $150 you can purchase a LIFETIME duPont Manual Alumni Association membership and receive a FREE brick! Show your Crimson Pride by purchasing your brick TODAY! All bricks will be installed prior to the home football game of the 2015 season. Please see the attached order form for more information. The duPont Manual Alumni Association is very proud of our graduating Seniors! Go Crimsons!
PROJECT GRADUATION 2015Graduation Night from 11pm to 5am - The goal is a safe celebration for all Manual seniors!
PROJECT GRADUATION is an all-night, alcohol- and drug-free celebration for the graduating senior class. On the night our seniors graduate, after spending some time with their families, they will want to celebrate with their classmates. The MANUAL community wants to provide THE PLACE TO GO where a good time can be had by all. But, we need your help to make it happen! The budget for PROJECT GRADUATION last year was over $17,000, plus the value of donated prizes. We need your generous donations! All MANUAL parents are encouraged to donate; remember, your student(s) will be participating before you know it. All monies raised will help pay for the event, and all donations will be acknowledged in the MANUAL e-Newsletter. Please consider donating to this worthy cause . . . Complete the flier found at http://www.dupontmanual.com/ptsa/pdf/pg2014donationletter.pdf and send it into the office with your gift. THANK YOU!
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Spanish Honor Society is accepting applications from sophomores & juniors for spring induction. You must be currently enrolled in Spanish 2, 3 or above and have a GPA of 3.5 overall as well as a 3.5 in Spanish. Applications are outside of room 239. Deadline for applications is April 15.
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
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Attachments available for 30 days until Thursday, April 30, 2015:
Brick Order Form - class of 2015.pdf
Junior Ring Dance information flyer.docx
________________________________________
Monday, March 30. 2015
Monday, March 30, 2015
Have a Meditative Monday!
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Chess & Game Club @ 2:30 in room 204
Environmental Club @ 2:30 in room 213
GSTA @ 2:30 in room 212
WISE @ 2:30 in room 313
Junior Steering Committee wil meet in room 221 from 2:30-3:30. Discuss Ring Dance and Slate for Senior Class Officers.
Got Stress? Need Focus? Come to Mindfulness Workshop from 2:30 -4:00 in room 352 for a "gentle mental refresher"
Baseball vs N. Hardin @ Derby City Field (Varsity-6:00)
Boys' Tennis @ Bullitt East (4:00)
Girls' Tennis vs Collegiate @ Central Park (4:00)
Boys & Girls' Track & Field-Lenny Lyles Invitational @ Central High School
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
Spring Spirit Wear Store is NOW OPEN. Go online using the PTSA link on the Manual Website to order the newest Manual styles and graphics. Store closes on March 31.
FCA @ 6:55am in auditorium
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
Science Bowl @ 2:30 in room 320
Baseball @ Oldham Co. (JV-5:30)
Girls' Lacrosse vs Ballard @ Manual Stadium (JV-5:30, Varsity-7:00)
Softball vs Ballard @ Home (Varsity-5:00, JV-6:30)
Boys' Tennis vs Butler @ Shively Park (3:30)
Boys & Girls' Track & Field-Lenny Lyles Invitational @ Central High School
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Congrats to the Science Bowl Team for winning the Cincinnati Regionals. The team now advances to Nationals in Washington,D.C.
Congrats to "One Blue Wall" and our Crimson yearbook "In Orbit" who won Gold Crown Awards from the Colombia Scholastic Press Assoc.-this is the highest award in scholastic publications. Also, congrats to the following students for their "Mark of Excellence" awards at WKU:
Best News Writer, first place: Will Lake (10), Crimson Record
Best Feature Writer, first place: Breya Jones (11), Crimson Record
Best Column/Review, third place: Harper Carlton (10), Crimson Record
Best Sports Writer, second place: Jack Grossman (11), Crimson Record
Best News/Feature Photographer, second place: Erin Woggon (11), Crimson Record
Best Editorial Cartoonist, first place: Evan Sennett (12), Crimson Record
Best Newspaper Designer, second place: Sam Weible (10), Crimson Record
Best Front Page Layout Design, first place: Crimson Record staff
Best Newspaper Advertising, first place: Crimson Record staff
Best High School Newspaper, first place: Crimson Record
Best High School News Website, first place: Manual RedEye
Best Multimedia Production, first place: Manual RedEye
Congrats to our MST Students this weekend who totally dominated the State Science Fair. We won all the ISEF spots and almost all 1st place catagories.
PROJECT GRADUATION 2015
Graduation Night from 11pm to 5am - The goal is a safe celebration for all Manual seniors!
PROJECT GRADUATION is an all-night, alcohol- and drug-free celebration for the graduating senior class. On the night our seniors graduate, after spending some time with their families, they will want to celebrate with their classmates. The MANUAL community wants to provide THE PLACE TO GO where a good time can be had by all. But, we need your help to make it happen! The budget for PROJECT GRADUATION last year was over $17,000, plus the value of donated prizes. We need your generous donations! All MANUAL parents are encouraged to donate; remember, your student(s) will be participating before you know it. All monies raised will help pay for the event, and all donations will be acknowledged in the MANUAL e-Newsletter. Please consider donating to this worthy cause . . . Complete the attached flier and send it into the office with your gift. THANK YOU!
Cheer tryouts for next year are April 15-17 at Gymtime. There is a parent /cheerleader info meeting on April 1st @ 6:00pm in the Fr. Cafe. See Coach Vaughan for a tryout packet.
CHAPERONES NEEDED FOR COLLEGE SIGNING DAY!! On May 18th all JCPS Seniors who have been accepted to a college/university, have completed the FAFSA and have met the ACT benchmarks are invited to the YUM! Center for a celebration via the 55,000 degrees initiative. We must secure 25+ volunteers, who have Volunteer Records Forms on file, by April 1, 2015, so don't wait to join this amazing group of students to this event! Please visit the SignUp Genius link for more details: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050a44aeaa28a02-college1
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
All Art Club Members (past & present)-help with Pegusus Parade Float on Wednesdays & Thursdays from 2:30-4:00 in room 154
Spanish Honor Society is accepting applications from sophomores & juniors for spring induction. You must be currently enrolled in Spanish 2, 3 or above and have a GPA of 3.5 overall as well as a 3.5 in Spanish. Applications are outside of room 239. Deadline for applications is April 15.
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
________________________________________
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Chess & Game Club @ 2:30 in room 204
Environmental Club @ 2:30 in room 213
GSTA @ 2:30 in room 212
WISE @ 2:30 in room 313
Junior Steering Committee wil meet in room 221 from 2:30-3:30. Discuss Ring Dance and Slate for Senior Class Officers.
Got Stress? Need Focus? Come to Mindfulness Workshop from 2:30 -4:00 in room 352 for a "gentle mental refresher"
Baseball vs N. Hardin @ Derby City Field (Varsity-6:00)
Boys' Tennis @ Bullitt East (4:00)
Girls' Tennis vs Collegiate @ Central Park (4:00)
Boys & Girls' Track & Field-Lenny Lyles Invitational @ Central High School
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
Spring Spirit Wear Store is NOW OPEN. Go online using the PTSA link on the Manual Website to order the newest Manual styles and graphics. Store closes on March 31.
FCA @ 6:55am in auditorium
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
Science Bowl @ 2:30 in room 320
Baseball @ Oldham Co. (JV-5:30)
Girls' Lacrosse vs Ballard @ Manual Stadium (JV-5:30, Varsity-7:00)
Softball vs Ballard @ Home (Varsity-5:00, JV-6:30)
Boys' Tennis vs Butler @ Shively Park (3:30)
Boys & Girls' Track & Field-Lenny Lyles Invitational @ Central High School
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Congrats to the Science Bowl Team for winning the Cincinnati Regionals. The team now advances to Nationals in Washington,D.C.
Congrats to "One Blue Wall" and our Crimson yearbook "In Orbit" who won Gold Crown Awards from the Colombia Scholastic Press Assoc.-this is the highest award in scholastic publications. Also, congrats to the following students for their "Mark of Excellence" awards at WKU:
Best News Writer, first place: Will Lake (10), Crimson Record
Best Feature Writer, first place: Breya Jones (11), Crimson Record
Best Column/Review, third place: Harper Carlton (10), Crimson Record
Best Sports Writer, second place: Jack Grossman (11), Crimson Record
Best News/Feature Photographer, second place: Erin Woggon (11), Crimson Record
Best Editorial Cartoonist, first place: Evan Sennett (12), Crimson Record
Best Newspaper Designer, second place: Sam Weible (10), Crimson Record
Best Front Page Layout Design, first place: Crimson Record staff
Best Newspaper Advertising, first place: Crimson Record staff
Best High School Newspaper, first place: Crimson Record
Best High School News Website, first place: Manual RedEye
Best Multimedia Production, first place: Manual RedEye
Congrats to our MST Students this weekend who totally dominated the State Science Fair. We won all the ISEF spots and almost all 1st place catagories.
PROJECT GRADUATION 2015
Graduation Night from 11pm to 5am - The goal is a safe celebration for all Manual seniors!
PROJECT GRADUATION is an all-night, alcohol- and drug-free celebration for the graduating senior class. On the night our seniors graduate, after spending some time with their families, they will want to celebrate with their classmates. The MANUAL community wants to provide THE PLACE TO GO where a good time can be had by all. But, we need your help to make it happen! The budget for PROJECT GRADUATION last year was over $17,000, plus the value of donated prizes. We need your generous donations! All MANUAL parents are encouraged to donate; remember, your student(s) will be participating before you know it. All monies raised will help pay for the event, and all donations will be acknowledged in the MANUAL e-Newsletter. Please consider donating to this worthy cause . . . Complete the attached flier and send it into the office with your gift. THANK YOU!
Cheer tryouts for next year are April 15-17 at Gymtime. There is a parent /cheerleader info meeting on April 1st @ 6:00pm in the Fr. Cafe. See Coach Vaughan for a tryout packet.
CHAPERONES NEEDED FOR COLLEGE SIGNING DAY!! On May 18th all JCPS Seniors who have been accepted to a college/university, have completed the FAFSA and have met the ACT benchmarks are invited to the YUM! Center for a celebration via the 55,000 degrees initiative. We must secure 25+ volunteers, who have Volunteer Records Forms on file, by April 1, 2015, so don't wait to join this amazing group of students to this event! Please visit the SignUp Genius link for more details: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050a44aeaa28a02-college1
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
All Art Club Members (past & present)-help with Pegusus Parade Float on Wednesdays & Thursdays from 2:30-4:00 in room 154
Spanish Honor Society is accepting applications from sophomores & juniors for spring induction. You must be currently enrolled in Spanish 2, 3 or above and have a GPA of 3.5 overall as well as a 3.5 in Spanish. Applications are outside of room 239. Deadline for applications is April 15.
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
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Wednesday, March 25. 2015
March 25, 2015
Have a Whimsical Wednesday!
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM reps @ 6:30 in auditorium
AUDITION FORMS DUE-DuPont Manual "Fire-n-Ice" Talent Show is on Wednesday, April 29 from 6-8pm in auditorium. See Coach Lucas in room 311 or Main Office for an Audition Form. (THESE MUST BE RETURNED BY WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25) for Auditions on Monday, March 30. Please see attached flier for more info.
There is an opening for a Parent Representative in duPont Manual's SBDM (Site-Based Decision Making) Council. We have 2 SBDM Parent Representatives who each serve a 2 year term; the terms are staggered so there is an opening and election held each year. The nominee for the upcoming election must have a child enrolled at Manual for the 2015-2016 AND 2016-2017 school years. Nominations for the Parent Representative (2015-2017) are due March 25, 2015. Please see the attachment (SBDM Information and Nomination 2015) for complete details. Contact Tisha Payne (tishapayne@yahoo.com) with any further questions.
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
"The Looking Glass", a writer's club, is from 2:30-3:30 in room 329
Current Events Club will meet @ 2:30 in room 326. This week's theme is Animal Rights.
Baseball @ Atherton (JV-5:00)
Boys' Lacrosse @ Oldham Co. (Varsity-6:00, JV-7:30)
Boys' Tennis vs Collegiate @ Seneca Park (JV/V-4:00)
Boys & Girls Track & Field @ Walden Relays (4:30)
YPAS presents Tri-M Benefit Concert @ 7:00 on Main Stage. Admission is FREE. Donations will be accepted.
Amnesty Internatonal @ 2:30 in room 204
Art Club @ 2:30 in room 254
Ballroom Dance @ 2:30 in YA14
FEC @ 2:30 in room 212
French Scrabble @ 2:30 in room 328
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
Baseball vs Waggener @ Derby City Field (Varsity 6:30)
Baseball @ St.X (JV-5:00, FR-7:30)
Student-Teacher Book Club @ 2:30 in room 352
Spanish Scrabble @ 2:30 in room 327
Anime @ 2:30 in room 206
Campus Life @ 2:30 in room 254
Drama Club @ 2:30 in room 401
Key Club @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in auditorium
ANNOUNCEMENTS
CHAPERONES NEEDED FOR COLLEGE SIGNING DAY!! On May 18th all JCPS Seniors who have been accepted to a college/university, have completed the FAFSA and have met the ACT benchmarks are invited to the YUM! Center for a celebration via the 55,000 degrees initiative. We must secure 25+ volunteers, who have Volunteer Records Forms on file, by April 1, 2015, so don't wait to join this amazing group of students to this event! Please visit the SignUp Genius link for more details: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050a44aeaa28a02-college1
Junior Steering Committee wil meet Monday, March 30 in room 221 from 2:30-3:30. We will discuss Ring Dance and Slate for Senior Class Officers.
All Art Club Members (past & present)-help with Pegusus Parade Float on Wednesday & Thursday from 2:30-4:00 in room 154
Manual Girls’ Tennis Flapjack Breakfast scheduled for March 28, has been cancelled
Those interested in Ultimate Frisbee Club this spring see Mr. Elliott in room 326. They will meet Friday afterschool to play.
The library will be closed afterschool on Friday, March 27.
Spring Fling Semi-Formal Dance on Friday, March 27 from 8-11pm in the small gym. Ticket Sales will be during White Day Lunches beginning 3/16 for $8 each. Volunteers for service hours are needed-please see Ms. Cooper.
Ballroom Dance Club and Key Club invite you to join us Saturday, March 28 from 8-10:30pm for an Authentic Ballroom DANCE at the school, including a live 17-piece big band! Come compete in the swing dance competition and check out the silent auction items! Profits wil be donated to Gilda's Club. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 with student ID. Hope to see you there!
Marching Band Trivia Night has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 28. Pleas see attached flier with details of event.
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MONDAY, MARCH 30-
Manual Football Team Design a T-Shirt Contest. Winning design will be on the parent spiritwear 2015-2016.
NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
1. Eligibility: T-shirt Design Contest is open only to current duPont Manual High School Students as of the date of entry.
2. Agreement to Rules: By participating, you agree to be fully unconditionally bound by these Rules, and you represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements set forth herein. In addition, you agree to accept the decisions of the duPont Manual Football Booster Board (known herein as the "Booster Board") as final and binding as it relates to the contest. All entries will become the property of the Booster Board.The contest is subject to all applicable JCPS, federal, state and local laws. Entries must include "Manual Football" in the design, contain no profanity, no lewd or explicit depictions and/or content and nothing against school policy. Entries must be drawn on sketch paper. No drawings submitted on lined paper will be accepted.
3. Contest Period: Entries will be accepted beginning on March 16 and ending March 23, 2015 @ 2:30pm. Online entries will not be accepted. Any entries submitted after the deadline has expired will not be accepted and will be discarded.
4. How to Enter: The Contest must be entered by submitting an entry in Coach Lucas' mailbox in the Front Office only. No entries are to be handed directly to Coach Lucas, any of his coaching staff or to any Booster Board member or Booster Board family member. Any attempt to submit entries this way will not be accepted. The entry must fulfill all contest requirements, as specified, to be eligible to win a prize. Entries that are not complete or do not adhere to the rules or specifications may be disqualified at the sole discretion of the Booster Board. You may enter only once and you must include your full name, grade, contact email and phone number on the back of your entry. Only one name per entry. If you use fraudulent methods or otherwise attempt to circumvent the rules your entry may be removed from eligibility at the sole discretion of the Booster Board.
5. Prizes: Two Winners will receive one $25 Visa gift card each. All prize related expenses, and all federal, state, and/or local taxes shall be the sole responsibility of the winner. Acceptance of prize constitutes permission for the Booster Board to use winner's name, likeness, and entry for purposes of advertising and trade without further compensation, unless prohibited by law.
6. Winner selection and notification: Winners of the contest will be selected under the supervision of the Booster Board. Winners will be notified via email to the email address they entered the contest with within five (5) days following the winner selection. If the selected winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, and/or fails to claim the prize within 5 days from the time award notification was sent, prize may be forfeited and an alternate winner selected.
Spring Spirit Wear Store is NOW OPEN. Go online using the PTSA link on the Manual Website to order the newest Manual styles and graphics. Store closes on March 31.
PTSA Board 2015-16
Manual's PTSA Nominating Committee is looking for enthusiastic, interested people to serve on next year's 2015-16 PTSA Board. We are looking for nominees to fill the following positions:
1st VP of Programming, Membership Co-Chair, Budget Chair, Social Media Co-Chair (student), Advocacy Co-Chair, Project Graduation Co-Chair, Photographers, Newsletter Editor/Writer (student or parent)
Please contact a member of the PTSA Nominating Committee to learn more: Trish Kline (tkline102@gmail.com), Barbara Benjamin-Coffield (barbarajbenjamin@gmail.com), Jennifer Tuvlin (jbtuvlin@twc.com)
Mark your calendars for March 30 from 2:30 -4:00 in room 352 for a "gentle mental refresher"
Cheer tryouts for next year are April 15-17 at Gymtime. There is a parent /cheerleader info meeting on April 1st @ 6:00pm in the Fr. Cafe. See Coach Vaughan for a tryout packet.
Please see Coach Lucas if you are interested in becoing a Trainer or Manger for the Football Team 2015.
Spanish Honor Society is accepting applications from sophomores & juniors for spring induction. You must be currently enrolled in Spanish 2, 3 or above and have a GPA of 3.5 overall as well as a 3.5 in Spanish. Applications are outside of room 239. Deadline for applications is April 15.
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
________________________________________
Attachments available for 30 days until Friday, April 24, 2015:
2015 TALENT SHOW REGISTRATION FORM (1).docx
SBDM Information and Nomination 2015.docx
Trivia night flier 2.odt.docx
________________________________________
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM reps @ 6:30 in auditorium
AUDITION FORMS DUE-DuPont Manual "Fire-n-Ice" Talent Show is on Wednesday, April 29 from 6-8pm in auditorium. See Coach Lucas in room 311 or Main Office for an Audition Form. (THESE MUST BE RETURNED BY WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25) for Auditions on Monday, March 30. Please see attached flier for more info.
There is an opening for a Parent Representative in duPont Manual's SBDM (Site-Based Decision Making) Council. We have 2 SBDM Parent Representatives who each serve a 2 year term; the terms are staggered so there is an opening and election held each year. The nominee for the upcoming election must have a child enrolled at Manual for the 2015-2016 AND 2016-2017 school years. Nominations for the Parent Representative (2015-2017) are due March 25, 2015. Please see the attachment (SBDM Information and Nomination 2015) for complete details. Contact Tisha Payne (tishapayne@yahoo.com) with any further questions.
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
"The Looking Glass", a writer's club, is from 2:30-3:30 in room 329
Current Events Club will meet @ 2:30 in room 326. This week's theme is Animal Rights.
Baseball @ Atherton (JV-5:00)
Boys' Lacrosse @ Oldham Co. (Varsity-6:00, JV-7:30)
Boys' Tennis vs Collegiate @ Seneca Park (JV/V-4:00)
Boys & Girls Track & Field @ Walden Relays (4:30)
YPAS presents Tri-M Benefit Concert @ 7:00 on Main Stage. Admission is FREE. Donations will be accepted.
Amnesty Internatonal @ 2:30 in room 204
Art Club @ 2:30 in room 254
Ballroom Dance @ 2:30 in YA14
FEC @ 2:30 in room 212
French Scrabble @ 2:30 in room 328
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
Baseball vs Waggener @ Derby City Field (Varsity 6:30)
Baseball @ St.X (JV-5:00, FR-7:30)
Student-Teacher Book Club @ 2:30 in room 352
Spanish Scrabble @ 2:30 in room 327
Anime @ 2:30 in room 206
Campus Life @ 2:30 in room 254
Drama Club @ 2:30 in room 401
Key Club @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in auditorium
ANNOUNCEMENTS
CHAPERONES NEEDED FOR COLLEGE SIGNING DAY!! On May 18th all JCPS Seniors who have been accepted to a college/university, have completed the FAFSA and have met the ACT benchmarks are invited to the YUM! Center for a celebration via the 55,000 degrees initiative. We must secure 25+ volunteers, who have Volunteer Records Forms on file, by April 1, 2015, so don't wait to join this amazing group of students to this event! Please visit the SignUp Genius link for more details: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050a44aeaa28a02-college1
Junior Steering Committee wil meet Monday, March 30 in room 221 from 2:30-3:30. We will discuss Ring Dance and Slate for Senior Class Officers.
All Art Club Members (past & present)-help with Pegusus Parade Float on Wednesday & Thursday from 2:30-4:00 in room 154
Manual Girls’ Tennis Flapjack Breakfast scheduled for March 28, has been cancelled
Those interested in Ultimate Frisbee Club this spring see Mr. Elliott in room 326. They will meet Friday afterschool to play.
The library will be closed afterschool on Friday, March 27.
Spring Fling Semi-Formal Dance on Friday, March 27 from 8-11pm in the small gym. Ticket Sales will be during White Day Lunches beginning 3/16 for $8 each. Volunteers for service hours are needed-please see Ms. Cooper.
Ballroom Dance Club and Key Club invite you to join us Saturday, March 28 from 8-10:30pm for an Authentic Ballroom DANCE at the school, including a live 17-piece big band! Come compete in the swing dance competition and check out the silent auction items! Profits wil be donated to Gilda's Club. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 with student ID. Hope to see you there!
Marching Band Trivia Night has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 28. Pleas see attached flier with details of event.
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MONDAY, MARCH 30-
Manual Football Team Design a T-Shirt Contest. Winning design will be on the parent spiritwear 2015-2016.
NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
1. Eligibility: T-shirt Design Contest is open only to current duPont Manual High School Students as of the date of entry.
2. Agreement to Rules: By participating, you agree to be fully unconditionally bound by these Rules, and you represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements set forth herein. In addition, you agree to accept the decisions of the duPont Manual Football Booster Board (known herein as the "Booster Board") as final and binding as it relates to the contest. All entries will become the property of the Booster Board.The contest is subject to all applicable JCPS, federal, state and local laws. Entries must include "Manual Football" in the design, contain no profanity, no lewd or explicit depictions and/or content and nothing against school policy. Entries must be drawn on sketch paper. No drawings submitted on lined paper will be accepted.
3. Contest Period: Entries will be accepted beginning on March 16 and ending March 23, 2015 @ 2:30pm. Online entries will not be accepted. Any entries submitted after the deadline has expired will not be accepted and will be discarded.
4. How to Enter: The Contest must be entered by submitting an entry in Coach Lucas' mailbox in the Front Office only. No entries are to be handed directly to Coach Lucas, any of his coaching staff or to any Booster Board member or Booster Board family member. Any attempt to submit entries this way will not be accepted. The entry must fulfill all contest requirements, as specified, to be eligible to win a prize. Entries that are not complete or do not adhere to the rules or specifications may be disqualified at the sole discretion of the Booster Board. You may enter only once and you must include your full name, grade, contact email and phone number on the back of your entry. Only one name per entry. If you use fraudulent methods or otherwise attempt to circumvent the rules your entry may be removed from eligibility at the sole discretion of the Booster Board.
5. Prizes: Two Winners will receive one $25 Visa gift card each. All prize related expenses, and all federal, state, and/or local taxes shall be the sole responsibility of the winner. Acceptance of prize constitutes permission for the Booster Board to use winner's name, likeness, and entry for purposes of advertising and trade without further compensation, unless prohibited by law.
6. Winner selection and notification: Winners of the contest will be selected under the supervision of the Booster Board. Winners will be notified via email to the email address they entered the contest with within five (5) days following the winner selection. If the selected winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, and/or fails to claim the prize within 5 days from the time award notification was sent, prize may be forfeited and an alternate winner selected.
Spring Spirit Wear Store is NOW OPEN. Go online using the PTSA link on the Manual Website to order the newest Manual styles and graphics. Store closes on March 31.
PTSA Board 2015-16
Manual's PTSA Nominating Committee is looking for enthusiastic, interested people to serve on next year's 2015-16 PTSA Board. We are looking for nominees to fill the following positions:
1st VP of Programming, Membership Co-Chair, Budget Chair, Social Media Co-Chair (student), Advocacy Co-Chair, Project Graduation Co-Chair, Photographers, Newsletter Editor/Writer (student or parent)
Please contact a member of the PTSA Nominating Committee to learn more: Trish Kline (tkline102@gmail.com), Barbara Benjamin-Coffield (barbarajbenjamin@gmail.com), Jennifer Tuvlin (jbtuvlin@twc.com)
Mark your calendars for March 30 from 2:30 -4:00 in room 352 for a "gentle mental refresher"
Cheer tryouts for next year are April 15-17 at Gymtime. There is a parent /cheerleader info meeting on April 1st @ 6:00pm in the Fr. Cafe. See Coach Vaughan for a tryout packet.
Please see Coach Lucas if you are interested in becoing a Trainer or Manger for the Football Team 2015.
Spanish Honor Society is accepting applications from sophomores & juniors for spring induction. You must be currently enrolled in Spanish 2, 3 or above and have a GPA of 3.5 overall as well as a 3.5 in Spanish. Applications are outside of room 239. Deadline for applications is April 15.
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
________________________________________
Attachments available for 30 days until Friday, April 24, 2015:
2015 TALENT SHOW REGISTRATION FORM (1).docx
SBDM Information and Nomination 2015.docx
Trivia night flier 2.odt.docx
________________________________________
Monday, March 23. 2015
Monday, March 23, 2015
Have a Musical Monday!
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Chess & Game Club @ 2:30 in room 204
Environmental Club @ 2:30 in room 213
FCCLA @ 2:30 in room 325
GSTA @ 2:30 in room 212
WISE @ 2:30 in room 313
Baseball @ Valley (Varsity-5:00, JV-7:00)
Softball @ Shelby Co. (Varsity-5:30, JV-7:00)
Boys' Tennis vs Eastern @ Tom Sawyer Park (JV/Varsity-3:30)
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
Crimson Scholars Program
Interested parents of current sophomore and junior students are invited to attend an informational meeting on the new “Crimson Scholars Program” on Tuesday March 24th at 6 pm in the Manual auditorium.The University of Louisville will be offering a DEEPLY discounted rate for tuition ($134.00/per credit hour) to duPont Manual students. This rate will be good for summer and night class attendance as well. This rate is 1/3 the regular student rate. Students who qualify for FREE and REDUCED LUNCH program receive FREE tuition. UofL faculty will attend Manual’s parent night to answer questions from students and parents.
Students may register for classes as a high school visitor beginning April 10th – after initial UofL enrollment ends. http://louisville.edu/admissions/apply/requirements/hs-visitor-requirements. There will be a meeting April 15th at Manual for registration process – all students must have enrolled prior to April 14th at midnight.
Manual will sign off on students to participate in this program. Students must meet minimum guidelines for test scores and grade point average (high school visitor university requirements – grade point average of at least a 3.0 and a 22 on the ACT).
YPAS Percussion Ensemble Concert at 7:00pm, YPAS Main Stage. All are invited. Admission is FREE.
Juniors & Seniors Only!-Prom Prep Night, 3:00-5:00pm in Sr. Cafe. All prom questions answered with vendors, work stations and panel discussion with experts.
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
FCA @ 6:55am in auditorium
Science Bowl @ 2:30 in room 320
Baseball vs N. Oldham @ Manual Stadium (FR-6:00)
Baseball vs Holy Cross @ Derby City Field (Varsity-6:30)
Softball vs Seneca @ Home (Varsity-5:00)
Girls' Tennis vs Eastern @ Tom Sawyer Park (JV/V-3:30)
DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MONDAY, MARCH 30-
Manual Football Team Design a T-Shirt Contest. Winning design will be on the parent spiritwear 2015-2016.
NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
1. Eligibility: T-shirt Design Contest (the “Contest") is open only to current duPont Manual High School Students as of the date of entry.
2. Agreement to Rules: By participating, you agree to be fully unconditionally bound by these Rules, and you represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements set forth herein. In addition, you agree to accept the decisions of the duPont Manual Football Booster Board (known herein as the "Booster Board") as final and binding as it relates to the contest. All entries will become the property of the Booster Board.The contest is subject to all applicable JCPS, federal, state and local laws. Entries must include "Manual Football" in the design, contain no profanity, no lewd or explicit depictions and/or content and nothing against school policy. Entries must be drawn on sketch paper. No drawings submitted on lined paper will be accepted.
3. Contest Period: Entries will be accepted beginning on March 16 and ending March 23, 2015 @ 2:30pm. Online entries will not be accepted. Any entries submitted after the deadline has expired will not be accepted and will be discarded.
4. How to Enter: The Contest must be entered by submitting an entry in Coach Lucas' mailbox in the Front Office only. No entries are to be handed directly to Coach Lucas, any of his coaching staff or to any Booster Board member or Booster Board family member. Any attempt to submit entries this way will not be accepted. The entry must fulfill all contest requirements, as specified, to be eligible to win a prize. Entries that are not complete or do not adhere to the rules or specifications may be disqualified at the sole discretion of the Booster Board. You may enter only once and you must include your full name, grade, contact email and phone number on the back of your entry. Only one name per entry. If you use fraudulent methods or otherwise attempt to circumvent the rules your entry may be removed from eligibility at the sole discretion of the Booster Board.
5. Prizes: Two Winners will receive one $25 Visa gift card each. All prize related expenses, and all federal, state, and/or local taxes shall be the sole responsibility of the winner. Acceptance of prize constitutes permission for the Booster Board to use winner's name, likeness, and entry for purposes of advertising and trade without further compensation, unless prohibited by law.
6. Winner selection and notification: Winners of the contest will be selected under the supervision of the Booster Board. Winners will be notified via email to the email address they entered the contest with within five (5) days following the winner selection. If the selected winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, and/or fails to claim the prize within 5 days from the time award notification was sent, prize may be forfeited and an alternate winner selected.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
AUDITION FORMS DUE-DuPont Manual "Fire-n-Ice" Talent Show is on Wednesday, April 29 from 6-8pm in auditorium. See Coach Lucas in room 311 or Main Office for an Audition Form. (THESE MUST BE RETURNED BY WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25) for Auditions on Monday, March 30. Please see attached flier for more info.
There is an opening for a Parent Representative in duPont Manual's SBDM (Site-Based Decision Making) Council. We have 2 SBDM Parent Representatives who each serve a 2 year term; the terms are staggered so there is an opening and election held each year. The nominee for the upcoming election must have a child enrolled at Manual for the 2015-2016 AND 2016-2017 school years. Nominations for the Parent Representative (2015-2017) are due March 25, 2015. Please see the attachment (SBDM Information and Nomination 2015) for complete details. Contact Tisha Payne (tishapayne@yahoo.com) with any further questions.
The Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM Reps is Wednesday, March 25.
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
Spring Fling Semi-Formal Dance on Friday, March 27 from 8-11pm in the small gym. Ticket Sales will be during White Day Lunches beginning 3/16 for $8 each. Volunteers for service hours are needed-please see Ms. Cooper.
Ballroom Dance Club and Key Club invite you to join us Saturday, March 28 from 8-10:30pm for a DANCE at the school, including a live 17-piece big band!
Marching Band Trivia Night has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 28. Pleas see attached flier with details of event.
Flapjack Breakfast Fundraiser at Applebee's with girls' tennis on Saturday, March 28 from 8:00-10:00am. HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Spring Spirit Wear Store is NOW OPEN. Go online using the PTSA link on the Manual Website to order the newest Manual styles and graphics. Store closes on March 31.
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
PTSA Board 2015-16
Manual's PTSA Nominating Committee is looking for enthusiastic, interested people to serve on next year's 2015-16 PTSA Board. We are looking for nominees to fill the following positions:
1st VP of Programming, Membership Co-Chair, Budget Chair, Social Media Co-Chair (student), Advocacy Co-Chair, Project Graduation Co-Chair, Photographers, Newsletter Editor/Writer (student or parent)
Please contact a member of the PTSA Nominating Committee to learn more: Trish Kline (tkline102@gmail.com), Barbara Benjamin-Coffield (barbarajbenjamin@gmail.com), Jennifer Tuvlin (jbtuvlin@twc.com)Cheer tryouts for next year are April 15-17 at Gymtime. There is a parent /cheerleader info meeting on April 1st @ 6:00pm in the Fr. Cafe. See Coach Vaughan for a tryout packet.
Please see Coach Lucas if you are interested in becoing a Trainer or Manger for the Football Team 2015.
Spanish Honor Society is accepting applications from sophomores & juniors for spring induction. You must be currently enrolled in Spanish 2, 3 or above and have a GPA of 3.5 overall as well as a 3.5 in Spanish. Applications are outside of room 239. Deadline for applications is April 15.
Mark your calendars for March 30 from 2:30 -4:00 in room 352 for a "gentle mental refresher"
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Chess & Game Club @ 2:30 in room 204
Environmental Club @ 2:30 in room 213
FCCLA @ 2:30 in room 325
GSTA @ 2:30 in room 212
WISE @ 2:30 in room 313
Baseball @ Valley (Varsity-5:00, JV-7:00)
Softball @ Shelby Co. (Varsity-5:30, JV-7:00)
Boys' Tennis vs Eastern @ Tom Sawyer Park (JV/Varsity-3:30)
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
Crimson Scholars Program
Interested parents of current sophomore and junior students are invited to attend an informational meeting on the new “Crimson Scholars Program” on Tuesday March 24th at 6 pm in the Manual auditorium.The University of Louisville will be offering a DEEPLY discounted rate for tuition ($134.00/per credit hour) to duPont Manual students. This rate will be good for summer and night class attendance as well. This rate is 1/3 the regular student rate. Students who qualify for FREE and REDUCED LUNCH program receive FREE tuition. UofL faculty will attend Manual’s parent night to answer questions from students and parents.
Students may register for classes as a high school visitor beginning April 10th – after initial UofL enrollment ends. http://louisville.edu/admissions/apply/requirements/hs-visitor-requirements. There will be a meeting April 15th at Manual for registration process – all students must have enrolled prior to April 14th at midnight.
Manual will sign off on students to participate in this program. Students must meet minimum guidelines for test scores and grade point average (high school visitor university requirements – grade point average of at least a 3.0 and a 22 on the ACT).
YPAS Percussion Ensemble Concert at 7:00pm, YPAS Main Stage. All are invited. Admission is FREE.
Juniors & Seniors Only!-Prom Prep Night, 3:00-5:00pm in Sr. Cafe. All prom questions answered with vendors, work stations and panel discussion with experts.
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
FCA @ 6:55am in auditorium
Science Bowl @ 2:30 in room 320
Baseball vs N. Oldham @ Manual Stadium (FR-6:00)
Baseball vs Holy Cross @ Derby City Field (Varsity-6:30)
Softball vs Seneca @ Home (Varsity-5:00)
Girls' Tennis vs Eastern @ Tom Sawyer Park (JV/V-3:30)
DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MONDAY, MARCH 30-
Manual Football Team Design a T-Shirt Contest. Winning design will be on the parent spiritwear 2015-2016.
NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
1. Eligibility: T-shirt Design Contest (the “Contest") is open only to current duPont Manual High School Students as of the date of entry.
2. Agreement to Rules: By participating, you agree to be fully unconditionally bound by these Rules, and you represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements set forth herein. In addition, you agree to accept the decisions of the duPont Manual Football Booster Board (known herein as the "Booster Board") as final and binding as it relates to the contest. All entries will become the property of the Booster Board.The contest is subject to all applicable JCPS, federal, state and local laws. Entries must include "Manual Football" in the design, contain no profanity, no lewd or explicit depictions and/or content and nothing against school policy. Entries must be drawn on sketch paper. No drawings submitted on lined paper will be accepted.
3. Contest Period: Entries will be accepted beginning on March 16 and ending March 23, 2015 @ 2:30pm. Online entries will not be accepted. Any entries submitted after the deadline has expired will not be accepted and will be discarded.
4. How to Enter: The Contest must be entered by submitting an entry in Coach Lucas' mailbox in the Front Office only. No entries are to be handed directly to Coach Lucas, any of his coaching staff or to any Booster Board member or Booster Board family member. Any attempt to submit entries this way will not be accepted. The entry must fulfill all contest requirements, as specified, to be eligible to win a prize. Entries that are not complete or do not adhere to the rules or specifications may be disqualified at the sole discretion of the Booster Board. You may enter only once and you must include your full name, grade, contact email and phone number on the back of your entry. Only one name per entry. If you use fraudulent methods or otherwise attempt to circumvent the rules your entry may be removed from eligibility at the sole discretion of the Booster Board.
5. Prizes: Two Winners will receive one $25 Visa gift card each. All prize related expenses, and all federal, state, and/or local taxes shall be the sole responsibility of the winner. Acceptance of prize constitutes permission for the Booster Board to use winner's name, likeness, and entry for purposes of advertising and trade without further compensation, unless prohibited by law.
6. Winner selection and notification: Winners of the contest will be selected under the supervision of the Booster Board. Winners will be notified via email to the email address they entered the contest with within five (5) days following the winner selection. If the selected winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, and/or fails to claim the prize within 5 days from the time award notification was sent, prize may be forfeited and an alternate winner selected.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
AUDITION FORMS DUE-DuPont Manual "Fire-n-Ice" Talent Show is on Wednesday, April 29 from 6-8pm in auditorium. See Coach Lucas in room 311 or Main Office for an Audition Form. (THESE MUST BE RETURNED BY WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25) for Auditions on Monday, March 30. Please see attached flier for more info.
There is an opening for a Parent Representative in duPont Manual's SBDM (Site-Based Decision Making) Council. We have 2 SBDM Parent Representatives who each serve a 2 year term; the terms are staggered so there is an opening and election held each year. The nominee for the upcoming election must have a child enrolled at Manual for the 2015-2016 AND 2016-2017 school years. Nominations for the Parent Representative (2015-2017) are due March 25, 2015. Please see the attachment (SBDM Information and Nomination 2015) for complete details. Contact Tisha Payne (tishapayne@yahoo.com) with any further questions.
The Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM Reps is Wednesday, March 25.
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
Spring Fling Semi-Formal Dance on Friday, March 27 from 8-11pm in the small gym. Ticket Sales will be during White Day Lunches beginning 3/16 for $8 each. Volunteers for service hours are needed-please see Ms. Cooper.
Ballroom Dance Club and Key Club invite you to join us Saturday, March 28 from 8-10:30pm for a DANCE at the school, including a live 17-piece big band!
Marching Band Trivia Night has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 28. Pleas see attached flier with details of event.
Flapjack Breakfast Fundraiser at Applebee's with girls' tennis on Saturday, March 28 from 8:00-10:00am. HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Spring Spirit Wear Store is NOW OPEN. Go online using the PTSA link on the Manual Website to order the newest Manual styles and graphics. Store closes on March 31.
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
PTSA Board 2015-16
Manual's PTSA Nominating Committee is looking for enthusiastic, interested people to serve on next year's 2015-16 PTSA Board. We are looking for nominees to fill the following positions:
1st VP of Programming, Membership Co-Chair, Budget Chair, Social Media Co-Chair (student), Advocacy Co-Chair, Project Graduation Co-Chair, Photographers, Newsletter Editor/Writer (student or parent)
Please contact a member of the PTSA Nominating Committee to learn more: Trish Kline (tkline102@gmail.com), Barbara Benjamin-Coffield (barbarajbenjamin@gmail.com), Jennifer Tuvlin (jbtuvlin@twc.com)Cheer tryouts for next year are April 15-17 at Gymtime. There is a parent /cheerleader info meeting on April 1st @ 6:00pm in the Fr. Cafe. See Coach Vaughan for a tryout packet.
Please see Coach Lucas if you are interested in becoing a Trainer or Manger for the Football Team 2015.
Spanish Honor Society is accepting applications from sophomores & juniors for spring induction. You must be currently enrolled in Spanish 2, 3 or above and have a GPA of 3.5 overall as well as a 3.5 in Spanish. Applications are outside of room 239. Deadline for applications is April 15.
Mark your calendars for March 30 from 2:30 -4:00 in room 352 for a "gentle mental refresher"
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
Friday, March 20. 2015
Friday, March 20, 2015
Have a FANtastic Friday!
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Baseball @ Male (Varsity-5:30, JV-7:30)
Boys' Lacrosse vs Christian Academy @ Manual Stadium (JV-5:30, Varsity-7:30)
Boys' Tennis @ Christian Academy (JV-4:00)
Girls' Tennis @ Notre Dame Invitational
YPAS presents New Works Festival @ 7:30pm in the Experimental Theatre. Tickets are $9-10
ACM @ 2:30 in room 202
Teen Republicans @ 7:00am in room 235A
Young Democrats @ 2:30 in Gallery
Juniors-Balfour will be at school during lunch to collect final payments on class rings. Also, it's not too late to order your ring-$50 deposit is required.
Robotics Team-The Winner's Circle Robotics Team #5492 competes this Friday & Saturday in the St. Louis regional. You can watch the team compete LIVE by clicking on this link http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/frc, then select Events, Regional Events, Webcast coverage, click on Blue Alliance and plug in Team 5492. Another way to track our team is to download the free app FRC Spyder to your phone. Click on Events, Week 4 Regional, St. Louis, Team 5492. The competition task this year is called Recycle Rush and consists of a recycling-themed game played by two Alliances of three robots each. Robots score points by stacking totes on scoring platforms, capping those stacks with recycling containers, and properly disposing of pool noodles. To see a video of the game objectives, click on http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/frc/2015-game. Go team 5492!!
***This is the FINAL WEEK to be included in gift certificate giveaways***
Your PTSA wants to reward you (students, teachers, staff, family members) for connecting with us online:
Follow us on Twitter: @ManualPTSA
Follow us on Instagram: @manualptsa
Add us on Google+: +ManualPTSA
Join the DuPont Manual PTSA Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/114224491961406/
We will be doing random selections for each account, with the winners receiving a $25 gift card (iTunes, Amazon, Starbucks, etc. - donated by your PTSA Executive Board).
WHAT'S COMING UP THIS WEEKEND AND MONDAY:
Sat-YPAS presents New Works Festival @ 7:30pm in the Experimental Theatre. Tickets are $9-10
Sat-Baseball @ Jtown (Varsity-12:00pm, JV-2:30pm)
Sat-Baseball vs. Male @ Manual Stadium (1:00pm DH)
Sat-Boys' Lacrosse vs. Bryan Station @ Manual Stadium (Varsity-11:00am)
Sat-Girls' Lacrosse @ Collins
Sat-Softball @ East Jessamine Round Robin
Sat-Boys' Tennis @ Kentucky Duals
Sat-Girls' Tennis @ North Dame Invitational
Sat-Boys' & Girls' Track & Field-Harry Greschel Invitational @ Christian Academy
Mon-Chess & Game Club @ 2:30 in room 204
Mon-Environmental Club @ 2:30 in room 213
Mon-FCCLA @ 2:30 in room 325
Mon-GSTA @ 2:30 in room 212
Mon-WISE @ 2:30 in room 313
Deadline Mon-Manual Football Team Design a T-Shirt Contest. Winning design will be on the parent spiritwear 2015-2016.
NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
1. Eligibility: T-shirt Design Contest (the “Contest") is open only to current duPont Manual High School Students as of the date of entry.
2. Agreement to Rules: By participating, you agree to be fully unconditionally bound by these Rules, and you represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements set forth herein. In addition, you agree to accept the decisions of the duPont Manual Football Booster Board (known herein as the "Booster Board") as final and binding as it relates to the contest. All entries will become the property of the Booster Board.The contest is subject to all applicable JCPS, federal, state and local laws. Entries must include "Manual Football" in the design, contain no profanity, no lewd or explicit depictions and/or content and nothing against school policy. Entries must be drawn on sketch paper. No drawings submitted on lined paper will be accepted.
3. Contest Period: Entries will be accepted beginning on March 16 and ending March 23, 2015 @ 2:30pm. Online entries will not be accepted. Any entries submitted after the deadline has expired will not be accepted and will be discarded.
4. How to Enter: The Contest must be entered by submitting an entry in Coach Lucas' mailbox in the Front Office only. No entries are to be handed directly to Coach Lucas, any of his coaching staff or to any Booster Board member or Booster Board family member. Any attempt to submit entries this way will not be accepted. The entry must fulfill all contest requirements, as specified, to be eligible to win a prize. Entries that are not complete or do not adhere to the rules or specifications may be disqualified at the sole discretion of the Booster Board. You may enter only once and you must include your full name, grade, contact email and phone number on the back of your entry. Only one name per entry. If you use fraudulent methods or otherwise attempt to circumvent the rules your entry may be removed from eligibility at the sole discretion of the Booster Board.
5. Prizes: Two Winners will receive one $25 Visa gift card each. All prize related expenses, and all federal, state, and/or local taxes shall be the sole responsibility of the winner. Acceptance of prize constitutes permission for the Booster Board to use winner's name, likeness, and entry for purposes of advertising and trade without further compensation, unless prohibited by law.
6. Winner selection and notification: Winners of the contest will be selected under the supervision of the Booster Board. Winners will be notified via email to the email address they entered the contest with within five (5) days following the winner selection. If the selected winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, and/or fails to claim the prize within 5 days from the time award notification was sent, prize may be forfeited and an alternate winner selected.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Parents-your students will have an opportunity to complete a survey about their classroom experiences on Monday and Tuesday next week as a part of PGES. If you DO NOT want your child to participate, it is very important that they return the paper they are receiving today on Monday, March 23. (ONLY RETURN IF YOU DO NOT WANT THEM TO PARTICIPATE)
DuPont Manual "Fire-n-Ice" Talent Show is on Wednesday, April 29 from 6-8pm in auditorium. See Coach Lucas in room 311 or Main Office for an Audition Form. (THESE MUST BE RETURNED BY WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25) for Auditions on Monday, March 30. Please see attached flier for more info.
YPAS Percussion Ensemble Concert on Tuesday, March 24 at 7:00pm, YPAS Main Stage. All are invited. Admission is FREE.
Juniors & Seniors Only!-Prom Prep Night Tuesday, March 24, 3:00-5:00pm in Sr. Cafe. All prom questions answered with vendors, work stations and panel discussion with experts.
PTSA Board 2015-16
Manual's PTSA Nominating Committee is looking for enthusiastic, interested people to serve on next year's 2015-16 PTSA Board. We are looking for nominees to fill the following positions:
1st VP of Programming, Membership Co-Chair, Budget Chair, Social Media Co-Chair (student), Advocacy Co-Chair, Project Graduation Co-Chair, Photographers, Newsletter Editor/Writer (student or parent)
Please contact a member of the PTSA Nominating Committee to learn more: Trish Kline (tkline102@gmail.com), Barbara Benjamin-Coffield (barbarajbenjamin@gmail.com), Jennifer Tuvlin (jbtuvlin@twc.com)
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Cheer tryouts for next year are April 15-17 at Gymtime. There is a parent /cheerleader info meeting on April 1st @ 6:00pm in the Fr. Cafe. See Coach Vaughan for a tryout packet.
Please see Coach Lucas if you are interested in becoing a Trainer or Manger for the Football Team 2015.
Spanish Honor Society is accepting applications from sophomores & juniors for spring induction. You must be currently enrolled in Spanish 2, 3 or above and have a GPA of 3.5 overall as well as a 3.5 in Spanish. Applications are outside of room 239. Deadline for applications is April 15.
Mark your calendars for March 30 from 2:30 -4:00 in room 352 for a "gentle mental refresher"
There is an opening for a Parent Representative in duPont Manual's SBDM (Site-Based Decision Making) Council. We have 2 SBDM Parent Representatives who each serve a 2 year term; the terms are staggered so there is an opening and election held each year. The nominee for the upcoming election must have a child enrolled at Manual for the 2015-2016 AND 2016-2017 school years. Nominations for the Parent Representative (2015-2017) are due March 25, 2015. Please see the attachment (SBDM Information and Nomination 2015) for complete details. Contact Tisha Payne (tishapayne@yahoo.com) with any further questions.
Crimson Scholars Program
Interested parents of current sophomore and junior students are invited to attend an informational meeting on the new “Crimson Scholars Program” on Tuesday March 24th at 6 pm in the Manual auditorium.The University of Louisville will be offering a DEEPLY discounted rate for tuition ($134.00/per credit hour) to duPont Manual students. This rate will be good for summer and night class attendance as well. This rate is 1/3 the regular student rate. Students who qualify for FREE and REDUCED LUNCH program receive FREE tuition. UofL faculty will attend Manual’s parent night to answer questions from students and parents.
Students may register for classes as a high school visitor beginning April 10th – after initial UofL enrollment ends. http://louisville.edu/admissions/apply/requirements/hs-visitor-requirements. There will be a meeting April 15th at Manual for registration process – all students must have enrolled prior to April 14th at midnight.
Manual will sign off on students to participate in this program. Students must meet minimum guidelines for test scores and grade point average (high school visitor university requirements – grade point average of at least a 3.0 and a 22 on the ACT).
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
Spring Fling Semi-Formal Dance on Friday, March 27 from 8-11pm in the small gym. Ticket Sales will be during White Day Lunches beginning 3/16 for $8 each. Volunteers for service hours are needed-please see Ms. Cooper.
Marching Band Trivia Night has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 28. Pleas see attached flier with details of event.
The Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM Reps is Wednesday, March 25.
Girls' Tennis Players are selling tickets for a Flapjack Breakfast Fundraiser at Applebee's on Taylorsville Rd. Saturday, March 28 from 8:00-10:00am. Tickets are $6. Please see any girl tennis player or email stearman@twc.com for tickets. Thank you for your support.
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
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WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Baseball @ Male (Varsity-5:30, JV-7:30)
Boys' Lacrosse vs Christian Academy @ Manual Stadium (JV-5:30, Varsity-7:30)
Boys' Tennis @ Christian Academy (JV-4:00)
Girls' Tennis @ Notre Dame Invitational
YPAS presents New Works Festival @ 7:30pm in the Experimental Theatre. Tickets are $9-10
ACM @ 2:30 in room 202
Teen Republicans @ 7:00am in room 235A
Young Democrats @ 2:30 in Gallery
Juniors-Balfour will be at school during lunch to collect final payments on class rings. Also, it's not too late to order your ring-$50 deposit is required.
Robotics Team-The Winner's Circle Robotics Team #5492 competes this Friday & Saturday in the St. Louis regional. You can watch the team compete LIVE by clicking on this link http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/frc, then select Events, Regional Events, Webcast coverage, click on Blue Alliance and plug in Team 5492. Another way to track our team is to download the free app FRC Spyder to your phone. Click on Events, Week 4 Regional, St. Louis, Team 5492. The competition task this year is called Recycle Rush and consists of a recycling-themed game played by two Alliances of three robots each. Robots score points by stacking totes on scoring platforms, capping those stacks with recycling containers, and properly disposing of pool noodles. To see a video of the game objectives, click on http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/frc/2015-game. Go team 5492!!
***This is the FINAL WEEK to be included in gift certificate giveaways***
Your PTSA wants to reward you (students, teachers, staff, family members) for connecting with us online:
Follow us on Twitter: @ManualPTSA
Follow us on Instagram: @manualptsa
Add us on Google+: +ManualPTSA
Join the DuPont Manual PTSA Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/114224491961406/
We will be doing random selections for each account, with the winners receiving a $25 gift card (iTunes, Amazon, Starbucks, etc. - donated by your PTSA Executive Board).
WHAT'S COMING UP THIS WEEKEND AND MONDAY:
Sat-YPAS presents New Works Festival @ 7:30pm in the Experimental Theatre. Tickets are $9-10
Sat-Baseball @ Jtown (Varsity-12:00pm, JV-2:30pm)
Sat-Baseball vs. Male @ Manual Stadium (1:00pm DH)
Sat-Boys' Lacrosse vs. Bryan Station @ Manual Stadium (Varsity-11:00am)
Sat-Girls' Lacrosse @ Collins
Sat-Softball @ East Jessamine Round Robin
Sat-Boys' Tennis @ Kentucky Duals
Sat-Girls' Tennis @ North Dame Invitational
Sat-Boys' & Girls' Track & Field-Harry Greschel Invitational @ Christian Academy
Mon-Chess & Game Club @ 2:30 in room 204
Mon-Environmental Club @ 2:30 in room 213
Mon-FCCLA @ 2:30 in room 325
Mon-GSTA @ 2:30 in room 212
Mon-WISE @ 2:30 in room 313
Deadline Mon-Manual Football Team Design a T-Shirt Contest. Winning design will be on the parent spiritwear 2015-2016.
NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
1. Eligibility: T-shirt Design Contest (the “Contest") is open only to current duPont Manual High School Students as of the date of entry.
2. Agreement to Rules: By participating, you agree to be fully unconditionally bound by these Rules, and you represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements set forth herein. In addition, you agree to accept the decisions of the duPont Manual Football Booster Board (known herein as the "Booster Board") as final and binding as it relates to the contest. All entries will become the property of the Booster Board.The contest is subject to all applicable JCPS, federal, state and local laws. Entries must include "Manual Football" in the design, contain no profanity, no lewd or explicit depictions and/or content and nothing against school policy. Entries must be drawn on sketch paper. No drawings submitted on lined paper will be accepted.
3. Contest Period: Entries will be accepted beginning on March 16 and ending March 23, 2015 @ 2:30pm. Online entries will not be accepted. Any entries submitted after the deadline has expired will not be accepted and will be discarded.
4. How to Enter: The Contest must be entered by submitting an entry in Coach Lucas' mailbox in the Front Office only. No entries are to be handed directly to Coach Lucas, any of his coaching staff or to any Booster Board member or Booster Board family member. Any attempt to submit entries this way will not be accepted. The entry must fulfill all contest requirements, as specified, to be eligible to win a prize. Entries that are not complete or do not adhere to the rules or specifications may be disqualified at the sole discretion of the Booster Board. You may enter only once and you must include your full name, grade, contact email and phone number on the back of your entry. Only one name per entry. If you use fraudulent methods or otherwise attempt to circumvent the rules your entry may be removed from eligibility at the sole discretion of the Booster Board.
5. Prizes: Two Winners will receive one $25 Visa gift card each. All prize related expenses, and all federal, state, and/or local taxes shall be the sole responsibility of the winner. Acceptance of prize constitutes permission for the Booster Board to use winner's name, likeness, and entry for purposes of advertising and trade without further compensation, unless prohibited by law.
6. Winner selection and notification: Winners of the contest will be selected under the supervision of the Booster Board. Winners will be notified via email to the email address they entered the contest with within five (5) days following the winner selection. If the selected winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, and/or fails to claim the prize within 5 days from the time award notification was sent, prize may be forfeited and an alternate winner selected.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Parents-your students will have an opportunity to complete a survey about their classroom experiences on Monday and Tuesday next week as a part of PGES. If you DO NOT want your child to participate, it is very important that they return the paper they are receiving today on Monday, March 23. (ONLY RETURN IF YOU DO NOT WANT THEM TO PARTICIPATE)
DuPont Manual "Fire-n-Ice" Talent Show is on Wednesday, April 29 from 6-8pm in auditorium. See Coach Lucas in room 311 or Main Office for an Audition Form. (THESE MUST BE RETURNED BY WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25) for Auditions on Monday, March 30. Please see attached flier for more info.
YPAS Percussion Ensemble Concert on Tuesday, March 24 at 7:00pm, YPAS Main Stage. All are invited. Admission is FREE.
Juniors & Seniors Only!-Prom Prep Night Tuesday, March 24, 3:00-5:00pm in Sr. Cafe. All prom questions answered with vendors, work stations and panel discussion with experts.
PTSA Board 2015-16
Manual's PTSA Nominating Committee is looking for enthusiastic, interested people to serve on next year's 2015-16 PTSA Board. We are looking for nominees to fill the following positions:
1st VP of Programming, Membership Co-Chair, Budget Chair, Social Media Co-Chair (student), Advocacy Co-Chair, Project Graduation Co-Chair, Photographers, Newsletter Editor/Writer (student or parent)
Please contact a member of the PTSA Nominating Committee to learn more: Trish Kline (tkline102@gmail.com), Barbara Benjamin-Coffield (barbarajbenjamin@gmail.com), Jennifer Tuvlin (jbtuvlin@twc.com)
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Cheer tryouts for next year are April 15-17 at Gymtime. There is a parent /cheerleader info meeting on April 1st @ 6:00pm in the Fr. Cafe. See Coach Vaughan for a tryout packet.
Please see Coach Lucas if you are interested in becoing a Trainer or Manger for the Football Team 2015.
Spanish Honor Society is accepting applications from sophomores & juniors for spring induction. You must be currently enrolled in Spanish 2, 3 or above and have a GPA of 3.5 overall as well as a 3.5 in Spanish. Applications are outside of room 239. Deadline for applications is April 15.
Mark your calendars for March 30 from 2:30 -4:00 in room 352 for a "gentle mental refresher"
There is an opening for a Parent Representative in duPont Manual's SBDM (Site-Based Decision Making) Council. We have 2 SBDM Parent Representatives who each serve a 2 year term; the terms are staggered so there is an opening and election held each year. The nominee for the upcoming election must have a child enrolled at Manual for the 2015-2016 AND 2016-2017 school years. Nominations for the Parent Representative (2015-2017) are due March 25, 2015. Please see the attachment (SBDM Information and Nomination 2015) for complete details. Contact Tisha Payne (tishapayne@yahoo.com) with any further questions.
Crimson Scholars Program
Interested parents of current sophomore and junior students are invited to attend an informational meeting on the new “Crimson Scholars Program” on Tuesday March 24th at 6 pm in the Manual auditorium.The University of Louisville will be offering a DEEPLY discounted rate for tuition ($134.00/per credit hour) to duPont Manual students. This rate will be good for summer and night class attendance as well. This rate is 1/3 the regular student rate. Students who qualify for FREE and REDUCED LUNCH program receive FREE tuition. UofL faculty will attend Manual’s parent night to answer questions from students and parents.
Students may register for classes as a high school visitor beginning April 10th – after initial UofL enrollment ends. http://louisville.edu/admissions/apply/requirements/hs-visitor-requirements. There will be a meeting April 15th at Manual for registration process – all students must have enrolled prior to April 14th at midnight.
Manual will sign off on students to participate in this program. Students must meet minimum guidelines for test scores and grade point average (high school visitor university requirements – grade point average of at least a 3.0 and a 22 on the ACT).
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
Spring Fling Semi-Formal Dance on Friday, March 27 from 8-11pm in the small gym. Ticket Sales will be during White Day Lunches beginning 3/16 for $8 each. Volunteers for service hours are needed-please see Ms. Cooper.
Marching Band Trivia Night has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 28. Pleas see attached flier with details of event.
The Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM Reps is Wednesday, March 25.
Girls' Tennis Players are selling tickets for a Flapjack Breakfast Fundraiser at Applebee's on Taylorsville Rd. Saturday, March 28 from 8:00-10:00am. Tickets are $6. Please see any girl tennis player or email stearman@twc.com for tickets. Thank you for your support.
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
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Thursday, March 19. 2015
Thursday March 19, 2015
Happy Tournament Thursday!
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
In honor of Black History Month, duPont Manual High School’s Drama Club is proud to present “Black History…Our History”. The program will take place Red 2 in Manual’s auditorium.
Join PPA & Rho Kappa for an afternoon of movie fun! We will bre showing "The Help" from 3:30-6:00. See Mr. Sharp in room 235A.
Harry Potter Club "Dumbledore's Army" is from 2:30-3:30 in room 329.
YPAS is having a FREE Band Concert @ 7:00pm
Baseball vs N,. Oldham @ Derby City (Varsity 6:30pm)
Softball @ Central Hardin (Varsity-6:00, JV-7:30)
Anime @ 2:30 in room 206
Campus Life @ 2:30 in room 254
Key Club @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
YClub @ 2:30 in Fr. Cafe
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in auditorium
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
Baseball @ Male (Varsity-5:30, JV-7:30)
Boys' Lacrosse vs Christian Academy @ Manual Stadium (JV-5:30, Varsity-7:30)
Boys' Tennis @ Christian Academy (JV-4:00)
Girls' Tennis @ Notre Dame Invitational
YPAS presents New Works Festival @ 7:30pm in the Experimental Theatre. Tickets are $9-10
ACM @ 2:30 in room 202
Teen Republicans @ 7:00am in room 235A
Young Democrats @ 2:30 in Gallery
Juniors-Balfour will be at school during lunch to collect final payments on class rings. Also, it's not too late to order your ring-$50 deposit is required.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Spanish Honor Society is accepting applications from sophomores & juniors for spring induction. You must be currently enrolled in Spanish 2, 3 or above and have a GPA of 3.5 overall as well as a 3.5 in Spanish. Applications are outside of room 239. Deadline for applications is April 15.
Mark your calendars for March 30 from 2:30 -4:00 in room 352 for a "gentle mental refresher"
Robotics Team-The Winner's Circle Robotics Team #5492 competes this Friday & Saturday in the St. Louis regional. You can watch the team compete LIVE by clicking on this link http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/frc, then select Events, Regional Events, Webcast coverage, click on Blue Alliance and plug in Team 5492. Another way to track our team is to download the free app FRC Spyder to your phone. Click on Events, Week 4 Regional, St. Louis, Team 5492. The competition task this year is called Recycle Rush and consists of a recycling-themed game played by two Alliances of three robots each. Robots score points by stacking totes on scoring platforms, capping those stacks with recycling containers, and properly disposing of pool noodles. To see a video of the game objectives, click on http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/frc/2015-game. Go team 5492!!
Cheer tryouts for next year are April 15-17 at Gymtime. There is a parent /cheerleader info meeting on April 1st @ 6:00pm in the Fr. Cafe. See Coach Vaughan for a tryout packet.
Please see Coach Lucas if you are interested in becoing a Trainer or Manger for the Football Team 2015.
Manual Football Team is having a Design a T-Shirt Contest beginning Monday, March 16-March 23. Winning design will be on the parent spiritwear 2015-2016.
NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
1. Eligibility: T-shirt Design Contest (the “Contest") is open only to current duPont Manual High School Students as of the date of entry.
2. Agreement to Rules: By participating, you agree to be fully unconditionally bound by these Rules, and you represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements set forth herein. In addition, you agree to accept the decisions of the duPont Manual Football Booster Board (known herein as the "Booster Board") as final and binding as it relates to the contest. All entries will become the property of the Booster Board.The contest is subject to all applicable JCPS, federal, state and local laws. Entries must include "Manual Football" in the design, contain no profanity, no lewd or explicit depictions and/or content and nothing against school policy. Entries must be drawn on sketch paper. No drawings submitted on lined paper will be accepted.
3. Contest Period: Entries will be accepted beginning on March 16 and ending March 23, 2015 @ 2:30pm. Online entries will not be accepted. Any entries submitted after the deadline has expired will not be accepted and will be discarded.
4. How to Enter: The Contest must be entered by submitting an entry in Coach Lucas' mailbox in the Front Office only. No entries are to be handed directly to Coach Lucas, any of his coaching staff or to any Booster Board member or Booster Board family member. Any attempt to submit entries this way will not be accepted. The entry must fulfill all contest requirements, as specified, to be eligible to win a prize. Entries that are not complete or do not adhere to the rules or specifications may be disqualified at the sole discretion of the Booster Board. You may enter only once and you must include your full name, grade, contact email and phone number on the back of your entry. Only one name per entry. If you use fraudulent methods or otherwise attempt to circumvent the rules your entry may be removed from eligibility at the sole discretion of the Booster Board.
5. Prizes: Two Winners will receive one $25 Visa gift card each. All prize related expenses, and all federal, state, and/or local taxes shall be the sole responsibility of the winner. Acceptance of prize constitutes permission for the Booster Board to use winner's name, likeness, and entry for purposes of advertising and trade without further compensation, unless prohibited by law.
6. Winner selection and notification: Winners of the contest will be selected under the supervision of the Booster Board. Winners will be notified via email to the email address they entered the contest with within five (5) days following the winner selection. If the selected winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, and/or fails to claim the prize within 5 days from the time award notification was sent, prize may be forfeited and an alternate winner selected.
PTSA Board 2015-16
Manual's PTSA Nominating Committee is looking for enthusiastic, interested people to serve on next year's 2015-16 PTSA Board. We are looking for nominees to fill the following positions:
1st VP of Programming, Membership Co-Chair, Budget Chair, Social Media Co-Chair (student), Advocacy Co-Chair, Project Graduation Co-Chair, Photographers, Newsletter Editor/Writer (student or parent)
Please contact a member of the PTSA Nominating Committee to learn more: Trish Kline (tkline102@gmail.com), Barbara Benjamin-Coffield (barbarajbenjamin@gmail.com), Jennifer Tuvlin (jbtuvlin@twc.com)
***This is the FINAL WEEK to be included in gift certificate giveaways***
Your PTSA wants to reward you (students, teachers, staff, family members) for connecting with us online:
Follow us on Twitter: @ManualPTSA
Follow us on Instagram: @manualptsa
Add us on Google+: +ManualPTSA
Join the DuPont Manual PTSA Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/114224491961406/
We will be doing random selections for each account, with the winners receiving a $25 gift card (iTunes, Amazon, Starbucks, etc. - donated by your PTSA Executive Board).
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
There is an opening for a Parent Representative in duPont Manual's SBDM (Site-Based Decision Making) Council. We have 2 SBDM Parent Representatives who each serve a 2 year term; the terms are staggered so there is an opening and election held each year. The nominee for the upcoming election must have a child enrolled at Manual for the 2015-2016 AND 2016-2017 school years. Nominations for the Parent Representative (2015-2017) are due March 25, 2015. Please see the attachment (SBDM Information and Nomination 2015) for complete details. Contact Tisha Payne (tishapayne@yahoo.com) with any further questions.
Crimson Scholars Program
Interested parents of current sophomore and junior students are invited to attend an informational meeting on the new “Crimson Scholars Program” on Tuesday March 24th at 6 pm in the Manual auditorium.The University of Louisville will be offering a DEEPLY discounted rate for tuition ($134.00/per credit hour) to duPont Manual students. This rate will be good for summer and night class attendance as well. This rate is 1/3 the regular student rate. Students who qualify for FREE and REDUCED LUNCH program receive FREE tuition. UofL faculty will attend Manual’s parent night to answer questions from students and parents.
Students may register for classes as a high school visitor beginning April 10th – after initial UofL enrollment ends. http://louisville.edu/admissions/apply/requirements/hs-visitor-requirements. There will be a meeting April 15th at Manual for registration process – all students must have enrolled prior to April 14th at midnight.
Manual will sign off on students to participate in this program. Students must meet minimum guidelines for test scores and grade point average (high school visitor university requirements – grade point average of at least a 3.0 and a 22 on the ACT).
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
Spring Fling Semi-Formal Dance on Friday, March 27 from 8-11pm in the small gym. Ticket Sales will be during White Day Lunches beginning 3/16 for $8 each. Volunteers for service hours are needed-please see Ms. Cooper.
Marching Band Trivia Night has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 28. Pleas see attached flier with details of event.
The Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM Reps has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 25.
Girls' Tennis Players are selling tickets for a Flapjack Breakfast Fundraiser at Applebee's on Taylorsville Rd. Saturday, March 28 from 8:00-10:00am. Tickets are $6. Please see any girl tennis player or email stearman@twc.com for tickets. Thank you for your support.
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
________________________________________
Attachments available for 30 days until Saturday, April 18, 2015:
SBDM Information and Nomination 2015.docx
Trivia night flier 2.odt.docx
________________________________________
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
In honor of Black History Month, duPont Manual High School’s Drama Club is proud to present “Black History…Our History”. The program will take place Red 2 in Manual’s auditorium.
Join PPA & Rho Kappa for an afternoon of movie fun! We will bre showing "The Help" from 3:30-6:00. See Mr. Sharp in room 235A.
Harry Potter Club "Dumbledore's Army" is from 2:30-3:30 in room 329.
YPAS is having a FREE Band Concert @ 7:00pm
Baseball vs N,. Oldham @ Derby City (Varsity 6:30pm)
Softball @ Central Hardin (Varsity-6:00, JV-7:30)
Anime @ 2:30 in room 206
Campus Life @ 2:30 in room 254
Key Club @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
YClub @ 2:30 in Fr. Cafe
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in auditorium
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
Baseball @ Male (Varsity-5:30, JV-7:30)
Boys' Lacrosse vs Christian Academy @ Manual Stadium (JV-5:30, Varsity-7:30)
Boys' Tennis @ Christian Academy (JV-4:00)
Girls' Tennis @ Notre Dame Invitational
YPAS presents New Works Festival @ 7:30pm in the Experimental Theatre. Tickets are $9-10
ACM @ 2:30 in room 202
Teen Republicans @ 7:00am in room 235A
Young Democrats @ 2:30 in Gallery
Juniors-Balfour will be at school during lunch to collect final payments on class rings. Also, it's not too late to order your ring-$50 deposit is required.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Spanish Honor Society is accepting applications from sophomores & juniors for spring induction. You must be currently enrolled in Spanish 2, 3 or above and have a GPA of 3.5 overall as well as a 3.5 in Spanish. Applications are outside of room 239. Deadline for applications is April 15.
Mark your calendars for March 30 from 2:30 -4:00 in room 352 for a "gentle mental refresher"
Robotics Team-The Winner's Circle Robotics Team #5492 competes this Friday & Saturday in the St. Louis regional. You can watch the team compete LIVE by clicking on this link http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/frc, then select Events, Regional Events, Webcast coverage, click on Blue Alliance and plug in Team 5492. Another way to track our team is to download the free app FRC Spyder to your phone. Click on Events, Week 4 Regional, St. Louis, Team 5492. The competition task this year is called Recycle Rush and consists of a recycling-themed game played by two Alliances of three robots each. Robots score points by stacking totes on scoring platforms, capping those stacks with recycling containers, and properly disposing of pool noodles. To see a video of the game objectives, click on http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/frc/2015-game. Go team 5492!!
Cheer tryouts for next year are April 15-17 at Gymtime. There is a parent /cheerleader info meeting on April 1st @ 6:00pm in the Fr. Cafe. See Coach Vaughan for a tryout packet.
Please see Coach Lucas if you are interested in becoing a Trainer or Manger for the Football Team 2015.
Manual Football Team is having a Design a T-Shirt Contest beginning Monday, March 16-March 23. Winning design will be on the parent spiritwear 2015-2016.
NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
1. Eligibility: T-shirt Design Contest (the “Contest") is open only to current duPont Manual High School Students as of the date of entry.
2. Agreement to Rules: By participating, you agree to be fully unconditionally bound by these Rules, and you represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements set forth herein. In addition, you agree to accept the decisions of the duPont Manual Football Booster Board (known herein as the "Booster Board") as final and binding as it relates to the contest. All entries will become the property of the Booster Board.The contest is subject to all applicable JCPS, federal, state and local laws. Entries must include "Manual Football" in the design, contain no profanity, no lewd or explicit depictions and/or content and nothing against school policy. Entries must be drawn on sketch paper. No drawings submitted on lined paper will be accepted.
3. Contest Period: Entries will be accepted beginning on March 16 and ending March 23, 2015 @ 2:30pm. Online entries will not be accepted. Any entries submitted after the deadline has expired will not be accepted and will be discarded.
4. How to Enter: The Contest must be entered by submitting an entry in Coach Lucas' mailbox in the Front Office only. No entries are to be handed directly to Coach Lucas, any of his coaching staff or to any Booster Board member or Booster Board family member. Any attempt to submit entries this way will not be accepted. The entry must fulfill all contest requirements, as specified, to be eligible to win a prize. Entries that are not complete or do not adhere to the rules or specifications may be disqualified at the sole discretion of the Booster Board. You may enter only once and you must include your full name, grade, contact email and phone number on the back of your entry. Only one name per entry. If you use fraudulent methods or otherwise attempt to circumvent the rules your entry may be removed from eligibility at the sole discretion of the Booster Board.
5. Prizes: Two Winners will receive one $25 Visa gift card each. All prize related expenses, and all federal, state, and/or local taxes shall be the sole responsibility of the winner. Acceptance of prize constitutes permission for the Booster Board to use winner's name, likeness, and entry for purposes of advertising and trade without further compensation, unless prohibited by law.
6. Winner selection and notification: Winners of the contest will be selected under the supervision of the Booster Board. Winners will be notified via email to the email address they entered the contest with within five (5) days following the winner selection. If the selected winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, and/or fails to claim the prize within 5 days from the time award notification was sent, prize may be forfeited and an alternate winner selected.
PTSA Board 2015-16
Manual's PTSA Nominating Committee is looking for enthusiastic, interested people to serve on next year's 2015-16 PTSA Board. We are looking for nominees to fill the following positions:
1st VP of Programming, Membership Co-Chair, Budget Chair, Social Media Co-Chair (student), Advocacy Co-Chair, Project Graduation Co-Chair, Photographers, Newsletter Editor/Writer (student or parent)
Please contact a member of the PTSA Nominating Committee to learn more: Trish Kline (tkline102@gmail.com), Barbara Benjamin-Coffield (barbarajbenjamin@gmail.com), Jennifer Tuvlin (jbtuvlin@twc.com)
***This is the FINAL WEEK to be included in gift certificate giveaways***
Your PTSA wants to reward you (students, teachers, staff, family members) for connecting with us online:
Follow us on Twitter: @ManualPTSA
Follow us on Instagram: @manualptsa
Add us on Google+: +ManualPTSA
Join the DuPont Manual PTSA Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/114224491961406/
We will be doing random selections for each account, with the winners receiving a $25 gift card (iTunes, Amazon, Starbucks, etc. - donated by your PTSA Executive Board).
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
There is an opening for a Parent Representative in duPont Manual's SBDM (Site-Based Decision Making) Council. We have 2 SBDM Parent Representatives who each serve a 2 year term; the terms are staggered so there is an opening and election held each year. The nominee for the upcoming election must have a child enrolled at Manual for the 2015-2016 AND 2016-2017 school years. Nominations for the Parent Representative (2015-2017) are due March 25, 2015. Please see the attachment (SBDM Information and Nomination 2015) for complete details. Contact Tisha Payne (tishapayne@yahoo.com) with any further questions.
Crimson Scholars Program
Interested parents of current sophomore and junior students are invited to attend an informational meeting on the new “Crimson Scholars Program” on Tuesday March 24th at 6 pm in the Manual auditorium.The University of Louisville will be offering a DEEPLY discounted rate for tuition ($134.00/per credit hour) to duPont Manual students. This rate will be good for summer and night class attendance as well. This rate is 1/3 the regular student rate. Students who qualify for FREE and REDUCED LUNCH program receive FREE tuition. UofL faculty will attend Manual’s parent night to answer questions from students and parents.
Students may register for classes as a high school visitor beginning April 10th – after initial UofL enrollment ends. http://louisville.edu/admissions/apply/requirements/hs-visitor-requirements. There will be a meeting April 15th at Manual for registration process – all students must have enrolled prior to April 14th at midnight.
Manual will sign off on students to participate in this program. Students must meet minimum guidelines for test scores and grade point average (high school visitor university requirements – grade point average of at least a 3.0 and a 22 on the ACT).
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
Spring Fling Semi-Formal Dance on Friday, March 27 from 8-11pm in the small gym. Ticket Sales will be during White Day Lunches beginning 3/16 for $8 each. Volunteers for service hours are needed-please see Ms. Cooper.
Marching Band Trivia Night has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 28. Pleas see attached flier with details of event.
The Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM Reps has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 25.
Girls' Tennis Players are selling tickets for a Flapjack Breakfast Fundraiser at Applebee's on Taylorsville Rd. Saturday, March 28 from 8:00-10:00am. Tickets are $6. Please see any girl tennis player or email stearman@twc.com for tickets. Thank you for your support.
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
________________________________________
Attachments available for 30 days until Saturday, April 18, 2015:
SBDM Information and Nomination 2015.docx
Trivia night flier 2.odt.docx
________________________________________
Wednesday, March 18. 2015
Wednesday 3-18-15
Have a Wonderful Wednesday!
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Don't Miss College101 Night from 5pm-8pm! This free event will offer the Manual community the opportunity to learn in detail about:
- The College Application Process
- Financial Aid Options
- Applying for Scholarships
- The ACT and New SAT & PSAT
- Selective College Admissions
- Student Support Services
Representatives from the University of Pennsylvania, Centre College and the University of Louisville will speak, along with Manual's Guidance Counselors and several other local college preparation experts. Please join us for an informative evening. All students and parents are encouraged to attend. Meet in the Auditorium.
Baseball @ Southern (Varsity-5:00, JV-7:15)
Boys' Lacrosse vs. St.X @ Manual Stadium (JV-5:30, Varsity-7:30)
Girls' Tennis vs N. Bullitt @ Central Park (4:00)
Forensic Society @ 2:30 in room 210
Art Club @ 2:30 in room 154
Ballroom Dance @ 2:30 in YA14
FEC @ 2:30 in room 212
French Scrabble @ 2:30 in room 328
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
In honor of Black History Month, duPont Manual High School’s Drama Club is proud to present “Black History…Our History”. The program will take place Red 2 in Manual’s auditorium.
Join PPA & Rho Kappa for an afternoon of movie fun! We will bre showing "The Help" from 3:30-6:00. See Mr. Sharp in room 235A.
Harry Potter Club "Dumbledore's Army" is from 2:30-3:30 in room 329.
YPAS is having a FREE Band Concert @ 7:00pm
Baseball vs N,. Oldham @ Derby City (Varsity 6:30pm)
Softball @ Central Hardin (Varsity-6:00, JV-7:30)
Anime @ 2:30 in room 206
Campus Life @ 2:30 in room 254
Key Club @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
YClub @ 2:30 in Fr. Cafe
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in auditorium
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Manual Football Team is having a Design a T-Shirt Contest beginning Monday, March 16-March 23. Winning design will be on the parent spiritwear 2015-2016.
NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
1. Eligibility: T-shirt Design Contest (the “Contest") is open only to current duPont Manual High School Students as of the date of entry.
2. Agreement to Rules: By participating, you agree to be fully unconditionally bound by these Rules, and you represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements set forth herein. In addition, you agree to accept the decisions of the duPont Manual Football Booster Board (known herein as the "Booster Board") as final and binding as it relates to the contest. All entries will become the property of the Booster Board.The contest is subject to all applicable JCPS, federal, state and local laws. Entries must include "Manual Football" in the design, contain no profanity, no lewd or explicit depictions and/or content and nothing against school policy. Entries must be drawn on sketch paper. No drawings submitted on lined paper will be accepted.
3. Contest Period: Entries will be accepted beginning on March 16 and ending March 23, 2015 @ 2:30pm. Online entries will not be accepted. Any entries submitted after the deadline has expired will not be accepted and will be discarded.
4. How to Enter: The Contest must be entered by submitting an entry in Coach Lucas' mailbox in the Front Office only. No entries are to be handed directly to Coach Lucas, any of his coaching staff or to any Booster Board member or Booster Board family member. Any attempt to submit entries this way will not be accepted. The entry must fulfill all contest requirements, as specified, to be eligible to win a prize. Entries that are not complete or do not adhere to the rules or specifications may be disqualified at the sole discretion of the Booster Board. You may enter only once and you must include your full name, grade, contact email and phone number on the back of your entry. Only one name per entry. If you use fraudulent methods or otherwise attempt to circumvent the rules your entry may be removed from eligibility at the sole discretion of the Booster Board.
5. Prizes: Two Winners will receive one $25 Visa gift card each. All prize related expenses, and all federal, state, and/or local taxes shall be the sole responsibility of the winner. Acceptance of prize constitutes permission for the Booster Board to use winner's name, likeness, and entry for purposes of advertising and trade without further compensation, unless prohibited by law.
6. Winner selection and notification: Winners of the contest will be selected under the supervision of the Booster Board. Winners will be notified via email to the email address they entered the contest with within five (5) days following the winner selection. If the selected winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, and/or fails to claim the prize within 5 days from the time award notification was sent, prize may be forfeited and an alternate winner selected.
Congratulations to our Acdemic Team who won State Governor's Cup. We are back-to-back State Champions.
Juniors-Balfour will be at school Friday, March 20 during lunch to collect final payments on class rings. Also, it's not too late to order your ring-$50 deposit is required.
PTSA Board 2015-16
Manual's PTSA Nominating Committee is looking for enthusiastic, interested people to serve on next year's 2015-16 PTSA Board. We are looking for nominees to fill the following positions:
1st VP of Programming, Membership Co-Chair, Budget Chair, Social Media Co-Chair (student), Advocacy Co-Chair, Project Graduation Co-Chair, Photographers, Newsletter Editor/Writer (student or parent)
Please contact a member of the PTSA Nominating Committee to learn more: Trish Kline (tkline102@gmail.com), Barbara Benjamin-Coffield (barbarajbenjamin@gmail.com), Jennifer Tuvlin (jbtuvlin@twc.com)
***This is the FINAL WEEK to be included in gift certificate giveaways***
Your PTSA wants to reward you (students, teachers, staff, family members) for connecting with us online:
Follow us on Twitter: @ManualPTSA
Follow us on Instagram: @manualptsa
Add us on Google+: +ManualPTSA
Join the DuPont Manual PTSA Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/114224491961406/
We will be doing random selections for each account, with the winners receiving a $25 gift card (iTunes, Amazon, Starbucks, etc. - donated by your PTSA Executive Board).
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
There is an opening for a Parent Representative in duPont Manual's SBDM (Site-Based Decision Making) Council. We have 2 SBDM Parent Representatives who each serve a 2 year term; the terms are staggered so there is an opening and election held each year. The nominee for the upcoming election must have a child enrolled at Manual for the 2015-2016 AND 2016-2017 school years. Nominations for the Parent Representative (2015-2017) are due March 25, 2015. Please see the attachment (SBDM Information and Nomination 2015) for complete details. Contact Tisha Payne (tishapayne@yahoo.com) with any further questions.
Crimson Scholars Program
Interested parents of current sophomore and junior students are invited to attend an informational meeting on the new “Crimson Scholars Program” on Tuesday March 24th at 6 pm in the Manual auditorium.The University of Louisville will be offering a DEEPLY discounted rate for tuition ($134.00/per credit hour) to duPont Manual students. This rate will be good for summer and night class attendance as well. This rate is 1/3 the regular student rate. Students who qualify for FREE and REDUCED LUNCH program receive FREE tuition. UofL faculty will attend Manual’s parent night to answer questions from students and parents.
Students may register for classes as a high school visitor beginning April 10th – after initial UofL enrollment ends. http://louisville.edu/admissions/apply/requirements/hs-visitor-requirements. There will be a meeting April 15th at Manual for registration process – all students must have enrolled prior to April 14th at midnight.
Manual will sign off on students to participate in this program. Students must meet minimum guidelines for test scores and grade point average (high school visitor university requirements – grade point average of at least a 3.0 and a 22 on the ACT).
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
Spring Fling Semi-Formal Dance on Friday, March 27 from 8-11pm in the small gym. Ticket Sales will be during White Day Lunches beginning 3/16 for $8 each. Volunteers for service hours are needed-please see Ms. Cooper.
Marching Band Trivia Night has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 28. Pleas see attached flier with details of event.
The Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM Reps has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 25.
Girls' Tennis Players are selling tickets for a Flapjack Breakfast Fundraiser at Applebee's on Taylorsville Rd. Saturday, March 28 from 8:00-10:00am. Tickets are $6. Please see any girl tennis player or email stearman@twc.com for tickets. Thank you for your support.
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
________________________________________
Attachments available for 30 days until Friday, April 17, 2015:
SBDM Information and Nomination 2015.docx
Trivia night flier 2.odt.docx
________________________________________
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Don't Miss College101 Night from 5pm-8pm! This free event will offer the Manual community the opportunity to learn in detail about:
- The College Application Process
- Financial Aid Options
- Applying for Scholarships
- The ACT and New SAT & PSAT
- Selective College Admissions
- Student Support Services
Representatives from the University of Pennsylvania, Centre College and the University of Louisville will speak, along with Manual's Guidance Counselors and several other local college preparation experts. Please join us for an informative evening. All students and parents are encouraged to attend. Meet in the Auditorium.
Baseball @ Southern (Varsity-5:00, JV-7:15)
Boys' Lacrosse vs. St.X @ Manual Stadium (JV-5:30, Varsity-7:30)
Girls' Tennis vs N. Bullitt @ Central Park (4:00)
Forensic Society @ 2:30 in room 210
Art Club @ 2:30 in room 154
Ballroom Dance @ 2:30 in YA14
FEC @ 2:30 in room 212
French Scrabble @ 2:30 in room 328
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
In honor of Black History Month, duPont Manual High School’s Drama Club is proud to present “Black History…Our History”. The program will take place Red 2 in Manual’s auditorium.
Join PPA & Rho Kappa for an afternoon of movie fun! We will bre showing "The Help" from 3:30-6:00. See Mr. Sharp in room 235A.
Harry Potter Club "Dumbledore's Army" is from 2:30-3:30 in room 329.
YPAS is having a FREE Band Concert @ 7:00pm
Baseball vs N,. Oldham @ Derby City (Varsity 6:30pm)
Softball @ Central Hardin (Varsity-6:00, JV-7:30)
Anime @ 2:30 in room 206
Campus Life @ 2:30 in room 254
Key Club @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
YClub @ 2:30 in Fr. Cafe
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in auditorium
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Manual Football Team is having a Design a T-Shirt Contest beginning Monday, March 16-March 23. Winning design will be on the parent spiritwear 2015-2016.
NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
1. Eligibility: T-shirt Design Contest (the “Contest") is open only to current duPont Manual High School Students as of the date of entry.
2. Agreement to Rules: By participating, you agree to be fully unconditionally bound by these Rules, and you represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements set forth herein. In addition, you agree to accept the decisions of the duPont Manual Football Booster Board (known herein as the "Booster Board") as final and binding as it relates to the contest. All entries will become the property of the Booster Board.The contest is subject to all applicable JCPS, federal, state and local laws. Entries must include "Manual Football" in the design, contain no profanity, no lewd or explicit depictions and/or content and nothing against school policy. Entries must be drawn on sketch paper. No drawings submitted on lined paper will be accepted.
3. Contest Period: Entries will be accepted beginning on March 16 and ending March 23, 2015 @ 2:30pm. Online entries will not be accepted. Any entries submitted after the deadline has expired will not be accepted and will be discarded.
4. How to Enter: The Contest must be entered by submitting an entry in Coach Lucas' mailbox in the Front Office only. No entries are to be handed directly to Coach Lucas, any of his coaching staff or to any Booster Board member or Booster Board family member. Any attempt to submit entries this way will not be accepted. The entry must fulfill all contest requirements, as specified, to be eligible to win a prize. Entries that are not complete or do not adhere to the rules or specifications may be disqualified at the sole discretion of the Booster Board. You may enter only once and you must include your full name, grade, contact email and phone number on the back of your entry. Only one name per entry. If you use fraudulent methods or otherwise attempt to circumvent the rules your entry may be removed from eligibility at the sole discretion of the Booster Board.
5. Prizes: Two Winners will receive one $25 Visa gift card each. All prize related expenses, and all federal, state, and/or local taxes shall be the sole responsibility of the winner. Acceptance of prize constitutes permission for the Booster Board to use winner's name, likeness, and entry for purposes of advertising and trade without further compensation, unless prohibited by law.
6. Winner selection and notification: Winners of the contest will be selected under the supervision of the Booster Board. Winners will be notified via email to the email address they entered the contest with within five (5) days following the winner selection. If the selected winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, and/or fails to claim the prize within 5 days from the time award notification was sent, prize may be forfeited and an alternate winner selected.
Congratulations to our Acdemic Team who won State Governor's Cup. We are back-to-back State Champions.
Juniors-Balfour will be at school Friday, March 20 during lunch to collect final payments on class rings. Also, it's not too late to order your ring-$50 deposit is required.
PTSA Board 2015-16
Manual's PTSA Nominating Committee is looking for enthusiastic, interested people to serve on next year's 2015-16 PTSA Board. We are looking for nominees to fill the following positions:
1st VP of Programming, Membership Co-Chair, Budget Chair, Social Media Co-Chair (student), Advocacy Co-Chair, Project Graduation Co-Chair, Photographers, Newsletter Editor/Writer (student or parent)
Please contact a member of the PTSA Nominating Committee to learn more: Trish Kline (tkline102@gmail.com), Barbara Benjamin-Coffield (barbarajbenjamin@gmail.com), Jennifer Tuvlin (jbtuvlin@twc.com)
***This is the FINAL WEEK to be included in gift certificate giveaways***
Your PTSA wants to reward you (students, teachers, staff, family members) for connecting with us online:
Follow us on Twitter: @ManualPTSA
Follow us on Instagram: @manualptsa
Add us on Google+: +ManualPTSA
Join the DuPont Manual PTSA Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/114224491961406/
We will be doing random selections for each account, with the winners receiving a $25 gift card (iTunes, Amazon, Starbucks, etc. - donated by your PTSA Executive Board).
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
There is an opening for a Parent Representative in duPont Manual's SBDM (Site-Based Decision Making) Council. We have 2 SBDM Parent Representatives who each serve a 2 year term; the terms are staggered so there is an opening and election held each year. The nominee for the upcoming election must have a child enrolled at Manual for the 2015-2016 AND 2016-2017 school years. Nominations for the Parent Representative (2015-2017) are due March 25, 2015. Please see the attachment (SBDM Information and Nomination 2015) for complete details. Contact Tisha Payne (tishapayne@yahoo.com) with any further questions.
Crimson Scholars Program
Interested parents of current sophomore and junior students are invited to attend an informational meeting on the new “Crimson Scholars Program” on Tuesday March 24th at 6 pm in the Manual auditorium.The University of Louisville will be offering a DEEPLY discounted rate for tuition ($134.00/per credit hour) to duPont Manual students. This rate will be good for summer and night class attendance as well. This rate is 1/3 the regular student rate. Students who qualify for FREE and REDUCED LUNCH program receive FREE tuition. UofL faculty will attend Manual’s parent night to answer questions from students and parents.
Students may register for classes as a high school visitor beginning April 10th – after initial UofL enrollment ends. http://louisville.edu/admissions/apply/requirements/hs-visitor-requirements. There will be a meeting April 15th at Manual for registration process – all students must have enrolled prior to April 14th at midnight.
Manual will sign off on students to participate in this program. Students must meet minimum guidelines for test scores and grade point average (high school visitor university requirements – grade point average of at least a 3.0 and a 22 on the ACT).
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
Spring Fling Semi-Formal Dance on Friday, March 27 from 8-11pm in the small gym. Ticket Sales will be during White Day Lunches beginning 3/16 for $8 each. Volunteers for service hours are needed-please see Ms. Cooper.
Marching Band Trivia Night has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 28. Pleas see attached flier with details of event.
The Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM Reps has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 25.
Girls' Tennis Players are selling tickets for a Flapjack Breakfast Fundraiser at Applebee's on Taylorsville Rd. Saturday, March 28 from 8:00-10:00am. Tickets are $6. Please see any girl tennis player or email stearman@twc.com for tickets. Thank you for your support.
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
________________________________________
Attachments available for 30 days until Friday, April 17, 2015:
SBDM Information and Nomination 2015.docx
Trivia night flier 2.odt.docx
________________________________________
Monday, March 16. 2015
Monday March, 16, 2015
Happy Mindful Monday!
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Environmental Club @ 2:30 in room 213
FCCLA @ 2:30 in room 325
GSTA @ 2:30 in room 212
WISE @ 2:30 in room 313
Chess & Game Club @ 2:30 in room 204
Softball @ North Bullitt (Varsity-5:30, JV-7:00)
Boys' Tennis @ Christian Academy-4:00pm
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
YPAS is having a FREE Jazz Ensemble Concert @ 7:00 on Main Stage
Baseball vs N. Oldham @ Manual Stadium (JV-6:00)
Baseball @ Christian Academy (FR-5:00)
Softball vs Fairdale @ Home (Varsity-5:00, JV-6:30)
Girls' Tennis @ Mercy-4:00
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
FCA @ 6:55am in auditorium
Science Bowl @ 2:30 in room 320
ANNOUNCEMENTS
PTSA Board 2015-16
Manual's PTSA Nominating Committee is looking for enthusiastic, interested people to serve on next year's 2015-16 PTSA Board. We are looking for nominees to fill the following positions:
1st VP of Programming, Membership Co-Chair, Budget Chair, Social Media Co-Chair (student), Advocacy Co-Chair, Project Graduation Co-Chair, Photographers, Newsletter Editor/Writer (student or parent)
Please contact a member of the PTSA Nominating Committee to learn more: Trish Kline (tkline102@gmail.com), Barbara Benjamin-Coffield (barbarajbenjamin@gmail.com), Jennifer Tuvlin (jbtuvlin@twc.com)
Don't Miss College101 Night on Wednes,March 18th from 5pm-8pm! This free event will offer the Manual community the opportunity to learn in detail about:
- The College Application Process
- Financial Aid Options
- Applying for Scholarships
- The ACT and New SAT & PSAT
- Selective College Admissions
- Student Support Services
Representatives from the University of Pennsylvania, Centre College and the University of Louisville will speak, along with Manual's Guidance Counselors and several other local college preparation experts. Please join us for an informative evening. All students and parents are encouraged to attend. Meet in the Auditorium.
Manual Football Team is having a Design a T-Shirt Contest beginning Monday, March 16-March 23.
NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
1. Eligibility: T-shirt Design Contest (the “Contest") is open only to those who submit a design entry and who are current duPont Manual High School Students as of the date of entry.
2. Agreement to Rules: By participating, you agree to be fully unconditionally bound by these Rules, and you represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements set forth herein. In addition, you agree to accept the decisions of the duPont Manual Football Booster Board (known herein as the "Booster Board") as final and binding as it relates to the contest. All entries will become the property of the Booster Board.The contest is subject to all applicable JCPS, federal, state and local laws. Entries must include "Manual Football" in the design, contain no profanity, no lewd or explicit depictions and/or content and nothing against school policy. Entries must be drawn on sketch paper. No drawings submitted on lined paper will be accepted.
Contest Period: Entries will be accepted beginning on March 16, 2015 @ 7am EST and ending March 23, 2015 @ 2:30pm EST. Online entries will not be accepted. Any entries submitted after the deadline has expired will not be accepted and will be discarded.
4. How to Enter: The Contest must be entered by submitting an entry in Coach Lucas' mailbox in the Front Office only. No entries are to be handed directly to Coach Lucas, any of his coaching staff or to any Booster Board member or Booster Board family member. Any attempt to submit entries this way will not be accepted. The entry must fulfill all contest requirements, as specified, to be eligible to win a prize. Entries that are not complete or do not adhere to the rules or specifications may be disqualified at the sole discretion of the Booster Board. You may enter only once and you must include your full name, grade, contact email and phone number on the back of your entry. Only one name per entry. If you use fraudulent methods or otherwise attempt to circumvent the rules your entry may be removed from eligibility at the sole discretion of the Booster Board.
Prizes: Two Winners will receive one $25 Visa gift card each. Actual/appraised value may differ at time of prize award. The specifics of the prize shall be solely determined by the Booster Board. No cash prize permitted. No other prize substitution permitted except at the Booster Board discretion. The prize is nontransferable. Any and all prize related expenses, including without limitation any and all federal, state, and/or local taxes shall be the sole responsibility of the winner. No substitution of prize or transfer/assignment of prize to others or request for the cash equivalent by winners is permitted. Acceptance of prize constitutes permission for the Booster Board to use winner's name, likeness, and entry for purposes of advertising and trade without further compensation, unless prohibited by law.
6. Odds: The odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received.
7. Winner selection and notification: Winners of the contest will be selected under the supervision of the Booster Board. Winners will be notified via email to the email address they entered the contest with within five (5) days following the winner selection. The Booster Board shall have no liability for a winner's failure to receive notices due to winners' spam, junk e-mail or other security settings or for winners' provision of incorrect or otherwise non-functioning contact information. If the selected winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, and/or fails to claim the prize within 5 days from the time award notification was sent, prize may be forfeited and an alternate winner selected.
Congratulations to the Crimson Chess Team led by Matthew McDonald, Om Kanmadikar, Austin Bridges and Alex Koby won their 2nd straight State Title. This is the 4th State Title for the program in eight years!
Congratulations go to the following members of the Manual Debate Team for their outstanding performance at this weekend's State Championship Debate tournament:
Ria Jain--Top Speaker in Novice Lincoln Douglas
Kayla Soren--Top Speaker in Varsity Lincoln Douglas
Carter Squires--3rd Speaker in Novice Public Forum
Ben Hanson and Kendrick Yuen--Round of 16 in Varsity Public Forum
Abey Philip--Round of 16 in Novice Lincoln Douglas
State Champions: Ria Jain--Novice Lincoln Douglas; Anthony Survance and Robert Watson in Varsity Public Forum
and Kayla Soren--Varsity Lincoln Douglas--Kayla is now the State Champion two years in a row!
Juniors-Balfour will be at school Friday, March 20 during lunch to collect final payments on class rings. Also, it's not too late to order your ring-$50 deposit is required.
In honor of Black History Month, duPont Manual High School’s Drama Club is proud to present “Black History…Our History” on Thursday, March 19, 2015. The program will take place Red 2 in Manual’s auditorium.
***This is the FINAL WEEK to be included in gift certificate giveaways***
Your PTSA wants to reward you (students, teachers, staff, family members) for connecting with us online:
Follow us on Twitter: @ManualPTSA
Follow us on Instagram: @manualptsa
Add us on Google+: +ManualPTSA
Join the DuPont Manual PTSA Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/114224491961406/
We will be doing random selections for each account, with the winners receiving a $25 gift card (iTunes, Amazon, Starbucks, etc. - donated by your PTSA Executive Board).
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
There is an opening for a Parent Representative in duPont Manual's SBDM (Site-Based Decision Making) Council. We have 2 SBDM Parent Representatives who each serve a 2 year term; the terms are staggered so there is an opening and election held each year. The nominee for the upcoming election must have a child enrolled at Manual for the 2015-2016 AND 2016-2017 school years. Nominations for the Parent Representative (2015-2017) are due March 25, 2015. Please see the attachment (SBDM Information and Nomination 2015) for complete details. Contact Tisha Payne (tishapayne@yahoo.com) with any further questions.
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
Spring Fling Semi-Formal Dance on Friday, March 27 from 8-11pm in the small gym. Ticket Sales will be during White Day Lunches beginning 3/16 for $8 each. Volunteers for service hours are needed-please see Ms. Cooper.
Crimson Scholars Program: Parents of current sophomores and juniors, your student may be eligible to take classes at the University of Louisville as a high school visitor through Manual’s Crimson Scholars Program. Please see attached flier for details of the program and informational meeting dates (March 24 parent information meeting at Manual)
Marching Band Trivia Night has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 28. Pleas see attached flier with details of event.
The Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM Reps has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 25.
Girls' Tennis Players are selling tickets for a Flapjack Breakfast Fundraiser at Applebee's on Taylorsville Rd. Saturday, March 28 from 8:00-10:00am. Tickets are $6. Please see any girl tennis player or email stearman@twc.com for tickets. Thank you for your support.
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
________________________________________
Attachments available for 30 days until Wednesday, April 15, 2015:
UofL and Manual Crimson Scholars Program information.docx
Trivia night flier 2.odt.docx
SBDM Information and Nomination 2015.docx
________________________________________
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Environmental Club @ 2:30 in room 213
FCCLA @ 2:30 in room 325
GSTA @ 2:30 in room 212
WISE @ 2:30 in room 313
Chess & Game Club @ 2:30 in room 204
Softball @ North Bullitt (Varsity-5:30, JV-7:00)
Boys' Tennis @ Christian Academy-4:00pm
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
YPAS is having a FREE Jazz Ensemble Concert @ 7:00 on Main Stage
Baseball vs N. Oldham @ Manual Stadium (JV-6:00)
Baseball @ Christian Academy (FR-5:00)
Softball vs Fairdale @ Home (Varsity-5:00, JV-6:30)
Girls' Tennis @ Mercy-4:00
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
FCA @ 6:55am in auditorium
Science Bowl @ 2:30 in room 320
ANNOUNCEMENTS
PTSA Board 2015-16
Manual's PTSA Nominating Committee is looking for enthusiastic, interested people to serve on next year's 2015-16 PTSA Board. We are looking for nominees to fill the following positions:
1st VP of Programming, Membership Co-Chair, Budget Chair, Social Media Co-Chair (student), Advocacy Co-Chair, Project Graduation Co-Chair, Photographers, Newsletter Editor/Writer (student or parent)
Please contact a member of the PTSA Nominating Committee to learn more: Trish Kline (tkline102@gmail.com), Barbara Benjamin-Coffield (barbarajbenjamin@gmail.com), Jennifer Tuvlin (jbtuvlin@twc.com)
Don't Miss College101 Night on Wednes,March 18th from 5pm-8pm! This free event will offer the Manual community the opportunity to learn in detail about:
- The College Application Process
- Financial Aid Options
- Applying for Scholarships
- The ACT and New SAT & PSAT
- Selective College Admissions
- Student Support Services
Representatives from the University of Pennsylvania, Centre College and the University of Louisville will speak, along with Manual's Guidance Counselors and several other local college preparation experts. Please join us for an informative evening. All students and parents are encouraged to attend. Meet in the Auditorium.
Manual Football Team is having a Design a T-Shirt Contest beginning Monday, March 16-March 23.
NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
1. Eligibility: T-shirt Design Contest (the “Contest") is open only to those who submit a design entry and who are current duPont Manual High School Students as of the date of entry.
2. Agreement to Rules: By participating, you agree to be fully unconditionally bound by these Rules, and you represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements set forth herein. In addition, you agree to accept the decisions of the duPont Manual Football Booster Board (known herein as the "Booster Board") as final and binding as it relates to the contest. All entries will become the property of the Booster Board.The contest is subject to all applicable JCPS, federal, state and local laws. Entries must include "Manual Football" in the design, contain no profanity, no lewd or explicit depictions and/or content and nothing against school policy. Entries must be drawn on sketch paper. No drawings submitted on lined paper will be accepted.
Contest Period: Entries will be accepted beginning on March 16, 2015 @ 7am EST and ending March 23, 2015 @ 2:30pm EST. Online entries will not be accepted. Any entries submitted after the deadline has expired will not be accepted and will be discarded.
4. How to Enter: The Contest must be entered by submitting an entry in Coach Lucas' mailbox in the Front Office only. No entries are to be handed directly to Coach Lucas, any of his coaching staff or to any Booster Board member or Booster Board family member. Any attempt to submit entries this way will not be accepted. The entry must fulfill all contest requirements, as specified, to be eligible to win a prize. Entries that are not complete or do not adhere to the rules or specifications may be disqualified at the sole discretion of the Booster Board. You may enter only once and you must include your full name, grade, contact email and phone number on the back of your entry. Only one name per entry. If you use fraudulent methods or otherwise attempt to circumvent the rules your entry may be removed from eligibility at the sole discretion of the Booster Board.
Prizes: Two Winners will receive one $25 Visa gift card each. Actual/appraised value may differ at time of prize award. The specifics of the prize shall be solely determined by the Booster Board. No cash prize permitted. No other prize substitution permitted except at the Booster Board discretion. The prize is nontransferable. Any and all prize related expenses, including without limitation any and all federal, state, and/or local taxes shall be the sole responsibility of the winner. No substitution of prize or transfer/assignment of prize to others or request for the cash equivalent by winners is permitted. Acceptance of prize constitutes permission for the Booster Board to use winner's name, likeness, and entry for purposes of advertising and trade without further compensation, unless prohibited by law.
6. Odds: The odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received.
7. Winner selection and notification: Winners of the contest will be selected under the supervision of the Booster Board. Winners will be notified via email to the email address they entered the contest with within five (5) days following the winner selection. The Booster Board shall have no liability for a winner's failure to receive notices due to winners' spam, junk e-mail or other security settings or for winners' provision of incorrect or otherwise non-functioning contact information. If the selected winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, and/or fails to claim the prize within 5 days from the time award notification was sent, prize may be forfeited and an alternate winner selected.
Congratulations to the Crimson Chess Team led by Matthew McDonald, Om Kanmadikar, Austin Bridges and Alex Koby won their 2nd straight State Title. This is the 4th State Title for the program in eight years!
Congratulations go to the following members of the Manual Debate Team for their outstanding performance at this weekend's State Championship Debate tournament:
Ria Jain--Top Speaker in Novice Lincoln Douglas
Kayla Soren--Top Speaker in Varsity Lincoln Douglas
Carter Squires--3rd Speaker in Novice Public Forum
Ben Hanson and Kendrick Yuen--Round of 16 in Varsity Public Forum
Abey Philip--Round of 16 in Novice Lincoln Douglas
State Champions: Ria Jain--Novice Lincoln Douglas; Anthony Survance and Robert Watson in Varsity Public Forum
and Kayla Soren--Varsity Lincoln Douglas--Kayla is now the State Champion two years in a row!
Juniors-Balfour will be at school Friday, March 20 during lunch to collect final payments on class rings. Also, it's not too late to order your ring-$50 deposit is required.
In honor of Black History Month, duPont Manual High School’s Drama Club is proud to present “Black History…Our History” on Thursday, March 19, 2015. The program will take place Red 2 in Manual’s auditorium.
***This is the FINAL WEEK to be included in gift certificate giveaways***
Your PTSA wants to reward you (students, teachers, staff, family members) for connecting with us online:
Follow us on Twitter: @ManualPTSA
Follow us on Instagram: @manualptsa
Add us on Google+: +ManualPTSA
Join the DuPont Manual PTSA Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/114224491961406/
We will be doing random selections for each account, with the winners receiving a $25 gift card (iTunes, Amazon, Starbucks, etc. - donated by your PTSA Executive Board).
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
There is an opening for a Parent Representative in duPont Manual's SBDM (Site-Based Decision Making) Council. We have 2 SBDM Parent Representatives who each serve a 2 year term; the terms are staggered so there is an opening and election held each year. The nominee for the upcoming election must have a child enrolled at Manual for the 2015-2016 AND 2016-2017 school years. Nominations for the Parent Representative (2015-2017) are due March 25, 2015. Please see the attachment (SBDM Information and Nomination 2015) for complete details. Contact Tisha Payne (tishapayne@yahoo.com) with any further questions.
The Archery Team is selling raffle tickets for 2 SEASON PASSES FOR KENTUCKY KINGDOM (valued at $140.00 dollars!) as a fundraiser to buy needed equipment. The tickets are $5.00 each. If you or a family member go to Ky Kingdom a few times during the summer, you can't pass up the chance to win these passes. Think of all the $$$ you would save. If you want to buy a ticket, send an email to bill.jackson@jefferson.kyschools.us or see any member of the Archery Team. The drawing will be held on Sunday May 3rd or sooner if we sell all the tickets. So don't spend your money on the season pass just yet, wait and see if you WIN!!!!
Spring Fling Semi-Formal Dance on Friday, March 27 from 8-11pm in the small gym. Ticket Sales will be during White Day Lunches beginning 3/16 for $8 each. Volunteers for service hours are needed-please see Ms. Cooper.
Crimson Scholars Program: Parents of current sophomores and juniors, your student may be eligible to take classes at the University of Louisville as a high school visitor through Manual’s Crimson Scholars Program. Please see attached flier for details of the program and informational meeting dates (March 24 parent information meeting at Manual)
Marching Band Trivia Night has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 28. Pleas see attached flier with details of event.
The Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM Reps has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 25.
Girls' Tennis Players are selling tickets for a Flapjack Breakfast Fundraiser at Applebee's on Taylorsville Rd. Saturday, March 28 from 8:00-10:00am. Tickets are $6. Please see any girl tennis player or email stearman@twc.com for tickets. Thank you for your support.
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
________________________________________
Attachments available for 30 days until Wednesday, April 15, 2015:
UofL and Manual Crimson Scholars Program information.docx
Trivia night flier 2.odt.docx
SBDM Information and Nomination 2015.docx
________________________________________
Tuesday, March 3. 2015
Tuesday, March 3, 2015
Notification from: Dupont Manual High (119)
It's a Test Taking Tuesday!
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Boys' Basketball-KHSAA 7th Region Tournament @ Home vs Eastern-7:00pm
Girls' Lacrosse @ Mercy (JV-5:30pm, Varsity-7:00pm)
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
FCA @ 6:55am in auditorium
Science Bowl @ 2:30 in room 320
Senior Prom tickets pre-sale will be Today and Thursday, during lunches only. Please bring $60 cash or check payable to Manual High School. May prices will be $70.
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
Girls' Basketball-KHSAA 7th Region Tournament @ Valley High School vs. Eastern-6:30pm
Boys' Lacrosse @ Ballard (Varsity-5:00, JV-7:00)
Girls Lacrosse @ Assumption (JV-6:15)
Amnesty International @ 2:30 in room 204
Art Club @ 2:30 in room 154
Ballroom Dance @ 2:30 in room YA14
FEC in room 212
French Scrabble @ 2:30 in room 328
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Parent/Teacher Conferences have been rescheduled for Tuesday & Thursday March 10 & 12 from 3-6pm. Go to dupontmanual.com and click on the button in center of page to sign-up for times.
The Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM Reps has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 25.
In honor of Black History Month, duPont Manual High School’s Drama Club is proud to present “Black History…Our History” on Thursday, March 5, 2015. The program will take place White 2 (9:15-10:45) in Manual’s auditorium.
The J&C staffs of the Crimson Record, Manual AM, and Manual RedEye are looking to collect feedback about their publications to better serve the Manual and Louisville communities as a whole. In an effort to do so, we will be hosting focus groups on upcoming dates so volunteers can come and look at selected content and give feedback. The sessions will be held in the J&C annex after school and we will offer free food to anyone who attends.If you are interested in participating, sign up at www.tinyurl.com/cspnfocusgroups. If you sign up before March 6, you will be entered to win a $50 gift card to Cardinal Cafe. Thanks!
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Help is needed for Science Fair March 12-14. We have opportunities for donations and onsite help. Please folow the link below to sign-up. Contact Rachel Chancy at chancy1967@gmail.com or 502-802-2220. http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c044ea9ab28aa8-dupont
Don't Miss College101 Night on March 18th from 5pm-8pm! This free event will offer the Manual community the opportunity to learn in detail about:
- The College Application Process
- Financial Aid Options
- Applying for Scholarships
- The ACT and New SAT & PSAT
- Selective College Admissions
- Student Support Services
Representatives from the University of Pennsylvania, Centre College and the University of Louisville will speak, along with Manual's Guidance Counselors and several other local college preparation experts. Please join us for an informative evening. All students and parents are encouraged to attend. Meet in the Auditorium.
All French Students-it is NOT too late to sign-up for the French Spring Break 2016 Trip. Please see Ms. Walsh in room 328 for information
The 15th District PTA, Title 1, and Diversity, Equity, and Poverty Programs is hosting a Parent Conference on Saturday, March 14 at Gheens Academy.
Submit your artwork to onebluewall@live.com! Go to manualredeye.com/onebluewall to see how to submit or drop your artwork off in room 253.
One Blue Wall will be selling copies of its award winning magazine at Carmichael's bookstore for $10. You can also pick up a copy in room 253. Get your copy today!
Your PTSA wants to reward you (students, teachers, staff, family members) for connecting with us online:
Follow us on Twitter: @ManualPTSA
Follow us on Instagram: @manualptsa
Add us on Google+: +ManualPTSA
Join the DuPont Manual PTSA Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/114224491961406/
We will be doing random selections for each account, with the winners receiving a $25 gift card (iTunes, Amazon, Qdoba, etc. - donated by your PTSA Executive Board). Watch here and on social media for the contest close date, and winner announcements. Spread the word! #justDUit
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
It's a Test Taking Tuesday!
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
Boys' Basketball-KHSAA 7th Region Tournament @ Home vs Eastern-7:00pm
Girls' Lacrosse @ Mercy (JV-5:30pm, Varsity-7:00pm)
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
FCA @ 6:55am in auditorium
Science Bowl @ 2:30 in room 320
Senior Prom tickets pre-sale will be Today and Thursday, during lunches only. Please bring $60 cash or check payable to Manual High School. May prices will be $70.
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
Girls' Basketball-KHSAA 7th Region Tournament @ Valley High School vs. Eastern-6:30pm
Boys' Lacrosse @ Ballard (Varsity-5:00, JV-7:00)
Girls Lacrosse @ Assumption (JV-6:15)
Amnesty International @ 2:30 in room 204
Art Club @ 2:30 in room 154
Ballroom Dance @ 2:30 in room YA14
FEC in room 212
French Scrabble @ 2:30 in room 328
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Parent/Teacher Conferences have been rescheduled for Tuesday & Thursday March 10 & 12 from 3-6pm. Go to dupontmanual.com and click on the button in center of page to sign-up for times.
The Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM Reps has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 25.
In honor of Black History Month, duPont Manual High School’s Drama Club is proud to present “Black History…Our History” on Thursday, March 5, 2015. The program will take place White 2 (9:15-10:45) in Manual’s auditorium.
The J&C staffs of the Crimson Record, Manual AM, and Manual RedEye are looking to collect feedback about their publications to better serve the Manual and Louisville communities as a whole. In an effort to do so, we will be hosting focus groups on upcoming dates so volunteers can come and look at selected content and give feedback. The sessions will be held in the J&C annex after school and we will offer free food to anyone who attends.If you are interested in participating, sign up at www.tinyurl.com/cspnfocusgroups. If you sign up before March 6, you will be entered to win a $50 gift card to Cardinal Cafe. Thanks!
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Help is needed for Science Fair March 12-14. We have opportunities for donations and onsite help. Please folow the link below to sign-up. Contact Rachel Chancy at chancy1967@gmail.com or 502-802-2220. http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c044ea9ab28aa8-dupont
Don't Miss College101 Night on March 18th from 5pm-8pm! This free event will offer the Manual community the opportunity to learn in detail about:
- The College Application Process
- Financial Aid Options
- Applying for Scholarships
- The ACT and New SAT & PSAT
- Selective College Admissions
- Student Support Services
Representatives from the University of Pennsylvania, Centre College and the University of Louisville will speak, along with Manual's Guidance Counselors and several other local college preparation experts. Please join us for an informative evening. All students and parents are encouraged to attend. Meet in the Auditorium.
All French Students-it is NOT too late to sign-up for the French Spring Break 2016 Trip. Please see Ms. Walsh in room 328 for information
The 15th District PTA, Title 1, and Diversity, Equity, and Poverty Programs is hosting a Parent Conference on Saturday, March 14 at Gheens Academy.
Submit your artwork to onebluewall@live.com! Go to manualredeye.com/onebluewall to see how to submit or drop your artwork off in room 253.
One Blue Wall will be selling copies of its award winning magazine at Carmichael's bookstore for $10. You can also pick up a copy in room 253. Get your copy today!
Your PTSA wants to reward you (students, teachers, staff, family members) for connecting with us online:
Follow us on Twitter: @ManualPTSA
Follow us on Instagram: @manualptsa
Add us on Google+: +ManualPTSA
Join the DuPont Manual PTSA Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/114224491961406/
We will be doing random selections for each account, with the winners receiving a $25 gift card (iTunes, Amazon, Qdoba, etc. - donated by your PTSA Executive Board). Watch here and on social media for the contest close date, and winner announcements. Spread the word! #justDUit
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
Monday, March 2. 2015
Monday, March 2 2015
Have a Magnificent Monday!
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
YPAS Dance will present Sculpted Spaces at 2:00pm on the Main Stage. Tickets are $9-12
Girls' Basketball-KHSAA 7th Region Tournament @ Home vs. Waggener-7:00pm
Chess & Game Club @ 2:30 in room 204
Environmental Club @ 2:30 in room 213
FCCLA @ 2:30 in room 325
GSTA @ 2:30 in room 212
WISE @ 2:30 in room 313
Black Student Union @ 2:30 in room 252
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
Everyone will report straight to Homeroom! All JUNIORS will be taking the ACT during 1st and 2nd blocks. All Sophomores and Freshmen will be taking a practice ACT Test at the same time. Please make plans accordingly and help assure your student is here and on-time. All Juniors, Sophomores, and Freshmen need to be sure to bring a calculator and No. 2 pencil that day! (NO MECHANICAL PENCILS ARE ALLOWED!)
Boys' Basketball-KHSAA 7th Region Tournament @ Home vs Eastern-7:00pm
Girls' Lacrosse @ Mercy (JV-5:30pm, Varsity-7:00pm)
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
FCA @ 6:55am in auditorium
Science Bowl @ 2:30 in room 320
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Senior Prom tickets pre-sale will be extended Tuesday and Thursday, March 3 and 5th, during lunches only. Please bring $60 cash or check payable to Manual High School. May prices will be $70.
The Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM Reps has been CANCELLED. It will be rescheduled-new date TBD. (We will let you know ASAP)
In honor of Black History Month, duPont Manual High School’s Drama Club is proud to present “Black History…Our History” on Thursday, March 5, 2015. The program will take place White 2 (9:15-10:45) in Manual’s auditorium.
The J&C staffs of the Crimson Record, Manual AM, and Manual RedEye are looking to collect feedback about their publications to better serve the Manual and Louisville communities as a whole. In an effort to do so, we will be hosting focus groups on upcoming dates so volunteers can come and look at selected content and give feedback. The sessions will be held in the J&C annex after school and we will offer free food to anyone who attends.If you are interested in participating, sign up at www.tinyurl.com/cspnfocusgroups. If you sign up before March 6, you will be entered to win a $50 gift card to Cardinal Cafe. Thanks!
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Help is needed for Science Fair March 12-14. We have opportunities for donations and onsite help. Please folow the link below to sign-up. Contact Rachel Chancy at chancy1967@gmail.com or 502-802-2220. http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c044ea9ab28aa8-dupont
Don't Miss College101 Night on March 18th from 5pm-8pm! This free event will offer the Manual community the opportunity to learn in detail about:
- The College Application Process
- Financial Aid Options
- Applying for Scholarships
- The ACT and New SAT & PSAT
- Selective College Admissions
- Student Support Services
Representatives from the University of Pennsylvania, Centre College and the University of Louisville will speak, along with Manual's Guidance Counselors and several other local college preparation experts. Please join us for an informative evening. All students and parents are encouraged to attend. Meet in the Auditorium.
All French Students-it is NOT too late to sign-up for the French Spring Break 2016 Trip. Please see Ms. Walsh in room 328 for information
The 15th District PTA, Title 1, and Diversity, Equity, and Poverty Programs is hosting a Parent Conference on Saturday, March 14 at Gheens Academy.
Submit your artwork to onebluewall@live.com! Go to manualredeye.com/onebluewall to see how to submit or drop your artwork off in room 253.
One Blue Wall will be selling copies of its award winning magazine at Carmichael's bookstore for $10. You can also pick up a copy in room 253. Get your copy today!
Your PTSA wants to reward you (students, teachers, staff, family members) for connecting with us online:
Follow us on Twitter: @ManualPTSA
Follow us on Instagram: @manualptsa
Add us on Google+: +ManualPTSA
Join the DuPont Manual PTSA Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/114224491961406/
We will be doing random selections for each account, with the winners receiving a $25 gift card (iTunes, Amazon, Qdoba, etc. - donated by your PTSA Executive Board). Watch here and on social media for the contest close date, and winner announcements. Spread the word! #justDUit
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:
YPAS Dance will present Sculpted Spaces at 2:00pm on the Main Stage. Tickets are $9-12
Girls' Basketball-KHSAA 7th Region Tournament @ Home vs. Waggener-7:00pm
Chess & Game Club @ 2:30 in room 204
Environmental Club @ 2:30 in room 213
FCCLA @ 2:30 in room 325
GSTA @ 2:30 in room 212
WISE @ 2:30 in room 313
Black Student Union @ 2:30 in room 252
WHAT'S COMING UP TOMORROW:
Everyone will report straight to Homeroom! All JUNIORS will be taking the ACT during 1st and 2nd blocks. All Sophomores and Freshmen will be taking a practice ACT Test at the same time. Please make plans accordingly and help assure your student is here and on-time. All Juniors, Sophomores, and Freshmen need to be sure to bring a calculator and No. 2 pencil that day! (NO MECHANICAL PENCILS ARE ALLOWED!)
Boys' Basketball-KHSAA 7th Region Tournament @ Home vs Eastern-7:00pm
Girls' Lacrosse @ Mercy (JV-5:30pm, Varsity-7:00pm)
Speech & Debate @ 2:30 in Sr. Cafe
FCA @ 6:55am in auditorium
Science Bowl @ 2:30 in room 320
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Senior Prom tickets pre-sale will be extended Tuesday and Thursday, March 3 and 5th, during lunches only. Please bring $60 cash or check payable to Manual High School. May prices will be $70.
The Open Forum with Mr. Mayes sponsored by parent SBDM Reps has been CANCELLED. It will be rescheduled-new date TBD. (We will let you know ASAP)
In honor of Black History Month, duPont Manual High School’s Drama Club is proud to present “Black History…Our History” on Thursday, March 5, 2015. The program will take place White 2 (9:15-10:45) in Manual’s auditorium.
The J&C staffs of the Crimson Record, Manual AM, and Manual RedEye are looking to collect feedback about their publications to better serve the Manual and Louisville communities as a whole. In an effort to do so, we will be hosting focus groups on upcoming dates so volunteers can come and look at selected content and give feedback. The sessions will be held in the J&C annex after school and we will offer free food to anyone who attends.If you are interested in participating, sign up at www.tinyurl.com/cspnfocusgroups. If you sign up before March 6, you will be entered to win a $50 gift card to Cardinal Cafe. Thanks!
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Help is needed for Science Fair March 12-14. We have opportunities for donations and onsite help. Please folow the link below to sign-up. Contact Rachel Chancy at chancy1967@gmail.com or 502-802-2220. http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c044ea9ab28aa8-dupont
Don't Miss College101 Night on March 18th from 5pm-8pm! This free event will offer the Manual community the opportunity to learn in detail about:
- The College Application Process
- Financial Aid Options
- Applying for Scholarships
- The ACT and New SAT & PSAT
- Selective College Admissions
- Student Support Services
Representatives from the University of Pennsylvania, Centre College and the University of Louisville will speak, along with Manual's Guidance Counselors and several other local college preparation experts. Please join us for an informative evening. All students and parents are encouraged to attend. Meet in the Auditorium.
All French Students-it is NOT too late to sign-up for the French Spring Break 2016 Trip. Please see Ms. Walsh in room 328 for information
The 15th District PTA, Title 1, and Diversity, Equity, and Poverty Programs is hosting a Parent Conference on Saturday, March 14 at Gheens Academy.
Submit your artwork to onebluewall@live.com! Go to manualredeye.com/onebluewall to see how to submit or drop your artwork off in room 253.
One Blue Wall will be selling copies of its award winning magazine at Carmichael's bookstore for $10. You can also pick up a copy in room 253. Get your copy today!
Your PTSA wants to reward you (students, teachers, staff, family members) for connecting with us online:
Follow us on Twitter: @ManualPTSA
Follow us on Instagram: @manualptsa
Add us on Google+: +ManualPTSA
Join the DuPont Manual PTSA Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/114224491961406/
We will be doing random selections for each account, with the winners receiving a $25 gift card (iTunes, Amazon, Qdoba, etc. - donated by your PTSA Executive Board). Watch here and on social media for the contest close date, and winner announcements. Spread the word! #justDUit
The Manual PTSA is pleased to announce that it has increased the number and amounts of scholarships for our students. $625 awards will be given to four Manual Seniors. The minimum weighted GPA is 3.0 and the deadline to apply is March 25. Download instructions and the application here: http://goo.gl/UaBTeq
If you have any questions, contact PTSA Scholarships Committee Chair Denise Mallett at manualscholarships@gmail.com
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