Week in Review

Friday January 29, 2010
Boys Basketball J/V Away 6/7:30
Swim Regional Tournament

Saturday January 30, 2010
Boys Basketball JV/V Tournament Away
Girls Basketball JV/V Home 6/7:30
Swim Regional Tournament

Sunday January 31, 2010
No Events Scheduled

Monday February 1, 2010
School is in Session – Make Up Day for 1/7/10
Boys Freshman Basketball Away 5:30& 6:15

Tuesday February 2, 2010
No Events Scheduled

Wednesday February 3, 2010
No Events Scheduled

Thursday February 4, 2010
No Events Scheduled

Friday February 5, 2010
Homecoming
Girls Basketball JV/V Home 6/7:30
Swim Regional Tournament

Saturday February 6, 2010
Boys Basketball JV/V Home 6/7:30
Girls Basketball Tournament Away
Swim Regional Tournament

Sunday February 7, 2010
No Events Scheduled

Monday February 8, 2010
Girls Basketball JV/V Away 6/7:30
Band Turoni’s Pizza Sale

Tuesday February 9, 2010
Math Team AMC 10:00/12:00
Boys Basketball JV/V Home 6/7:30

Wednesday February 10, 2010
No Events Scheduled

Thursday February 11, 2010
Parent Teacher Conferences 4-6

Friday February 12, 2010
Swim Team State

Saturday February 13, 2010
AP Math Prep Session (Calculus and Statistics)
Boys Basketball Tournament Away
Girls Basketball Tournament Away
Swim Team State

Announcements - Updated January 29, 2010 8:48 a.m.

NEW IN BLUE

All events are subject to change depending on the weather this week.

HCHS Parent Teacher Conferences have been moved from February 4, 2010 to February 11, 2010 from 4:00 - 6:00.  All parents are encouraged to attend!

Archery team and club practice has been cancelled today.

The TSA LAN Party has been cancelled. It has been rescheduled for Feb. 12^th.

The Latin/Spanish bake sale will not be held this Saturday, another date will be announced next week.

Congratulations - HCHS Varsity Cheerleaders won first place in the large varsity division of the KAPOS Region 2 Cheer Championships last night at Caldwell Co. High School.  The team now advances to the state competition to be held in Bowling Green at Western KY. University on Feb. 20^th. The team also qualified for the National High School Cheerleading Championships at the UCA Regional competition held in Cincinnati Dec. 19th.  Nationals will be held on Feb. 13^th and 14^th in Orlando, Florida. Team members:  Holly Backer, Dessie Berry, Jacey Boston, Hannah Clevidence, Meredith Cook, Katelin Coursey, Kacey Crook, Elizabeth Deig, Abbie Hiett, Abby Holeman, Kendal Jameson, Casey Millhof, Ocean Pazzelli, Raeven Pierson, Kaylee Smith, Shawnee Sutton, Kassie Tramill, Mackenzie Utley, Portia Wilson, Tesla Wright.

HOSA WEEK -

Friday - Ronald McDonald House Day - (HOSA donates coke tabs to the Ronald McDonald House to recycle.)  Reminder to save coke tabs and bring any in that can be donated.  Ronald McDonald stickers and McDonald's coupons will be passed out.  Students will be encouraged to wear red and yellow to support the Ronald McDonald House

Senior Project -  Help us help Henderson - donate canned foods to the Harbor House and new gently used stuffed animals to the Children's Advocacy Center.  Donations are held in the Media Center and will be accepted through the month of February.  You can make a Difference!!!!

Students, please be aware that if you have any lunch charges you cannot purchase ala-carte items or extras!!  Also there is no charging ala-carte items at all.

Evening Credit Recovery School Students please remember you must attend night school at least one night this week. 

Auditions for the next play will be this Thursday and Friday after school in G307

There will be a recruiter from Brescia here on the 1^st of Feb. @ 9:00 am. Please sign up at your friendly unit desk.

There will be a sign-up table outside the cafeteria this week for the Black History Program.  Sign-ups will take place during all four lunches. 

February Parent Involvement Parent Calendar -Click Here

Students please sign up at your unit desk, for the opportunity to meet representatives from Rogers Academy about the upcoming enrollment year.  They will be here Feb. 2^nd at 10:00 in the Green Unit conference room.

Several sets of key have been turned into the main office, please come by to identify.

January 2010 Parent Newsletter - click - http://www.hchs.henderson.k12.ky.us/2010%20January%20%20PNL.pdf

(Henderson, KY)  Henderson County Schools will be in session on February 1 and February 15.  These days were scheduled as make up days in the event of school closings.  If any further days are missed due to inclement weather, the next make up days will be March 24, 25, and 26.

The HCHS cheerleaders have “Fight Song” hoodies and long sleeve t-shirts remaining from our football season sales.  The hoodie is maroon with white lettering trimmed in black.  Cost is $22.  The long sleeve tee is same coloring for $15.  If interested, contact Debbie Pirtle.

Parents we want to make you aware there is not going to be any summer school for credit recovery this summer for HCHS students.  There are many possibilities for your child to receive extra assistance before and after school via the PRIDE room and through individual teachers.  Please encourage your students to utilize these opportunities for help!   Parents you can stay informed about your child’s grades by checking Infinite Campus for student grades, contacting teacher via phone/email/conferences,  and by contacting guidance counselors.  

New Calculator Rental Program and the new calculator policy for HCHS. The new procedure: Beginning January 2010 all students must supply their own calculator for math class.  Teachers will be assigning homework with the expectation that all students have a graphing calculator.  All students must have a Texas Instrument 84 plus or silver edition or other approved graphing calculator ( ask your child’s math teacher).   You may purchase one at Wal-mart or any department store for about $110.  HCHS will be renting these calculators on a first come first serve basis for students at a cost of $30.  The student will be able to use the calculator and turn it in after finals in May or early June 2010.  Any Questions, contact Beth Roberts at Henderson County High @ 270-831-8830 or email at Beth.roberts@henderson.kyschools.us .

Email Addresses - If you have an active e-mail account HCHS would love to have your e-mail address.  Please send your e-mail to Shawna Evans at shawna.evans@henderson.kyschools.us , so that your address can be added to the data bank.  You will not receive junk mail.  You will receive important reminders about school happenings.  It is a great way to stay connected!!

Caps and Gowns & Accessories for Seniors
February 10, 2009 during Lunch at the Marketplace

Homework and Test Preparation
March2Success   FREE practice for ACT, ASVAB, SAT  Interactive lessons, practice tests, drills   www.march2success.com

Tutoring will be offered Monday-Friday – mornings from 7:15 until bell.  It will also be offered after school each day (M-F) until 5:00 (except from Fridays which may release earlier if not many kids show up [or none show])  Tutoring will be held in the PRIDE room  - B210.

Advanced Placement Prep Sessions AP students are expected to attend the prep sessions.
AP English Prep Sessions (AP Eng 3 and AP Eng 4):
4/12/10 and 4/13/10  3:30-6:30

AP Science Prep Sessions  (AP Bio, AP Chem, AP Environmental, AP Physics)
2/17/10 and 2/18/10  3:30-6:30
5/8/10  8:30-2:30

AP Math Prep Session (AP Calculus and AP Statistics)
2/13/10
3/20/10
4/24/10

Breakfast Menu

Lunch Menu

Scholarships - Highlighted are New postings

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE THROUGH GREEN RIVER AREA DEVELOPMENTAL DISTRICT (GRADD) If you are planning to go to Brescia University, Daymar College, Henderson Community College, IVY Tech, Kentucky Wesleyan College, Madisonville Community College, Mid-Continent University, Murray State, Owensboro Community/Technical College, University of Kentucky, University of Louisville, or Western Kentucky University you may be eligible for scholarship monies depending on your major.  Please see your guidance counselor for the list of majors.

January –
University of Southern Indiana Southern Hospitality Days January 30 - Reserve online:  www.usi.edu/admissn/visit.asp

February -
Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship  Deadline: February 1, 2010  Up to $1500 per year for 4 years  To apply, students must go to www.kheaa.com and register for a Zip Access account.  After registering, sign in to account and select account access.  3.5 GPA  ACT of 23 or above or SAT 1060 (critical reading and math)  After completing the application process please notify your unit counselor that you have applied.

Epsilon Sigma Alpha Foundation Scholarship -   Various scholarships available for Kentucky high school seniors -  Criteria and information available at each unit desk at HCHS or www.esaintl.com/esaf -  Each application must have a full set of documents included as well as a  $5.00 processing fee -  Applicants can apply for no more than 3 scholarships -  Deadline:  February 1, 2010
Phi Delta Kappa Scholarship - High school seniors planning to pursue a career in education.  Two scholarships of $250 will be awarded - Winners will have their applications forwarded to the International PDK for consideration for $1000 scholarship - Apply online:  www.pdkintl.org/awards/pros_eds.htm ; applications will also be available at each unit desk at HCHS - Deadline:  February 1, 2010
University of Kentucky Student Athletic Trainer Scholarship Must complete application by February 1^st See your unit counselor for application
BURGER KING® Scholars Program Scholarship  $1,000 scholarships available to all eligible high school seniors: * Maintains a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher * Works part-time for a minimum of 10 hours per week or 40 weeks per year  * Be actively involved in community service activities * Demonstrates financial need (1040 form required) * Plans to enroll in an accredited two/or four-year college, university, or  vocational/technical school by Fall of the application year.  Application deadline: Feb. 1, 2010  To Apply: Log on at www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_application.html; Access Key: BKS
KFC Colonel’s Scholarship Must have at least a  2.75 GPA Apply on line:  www.kfcscholars.org Available until February 10^th

Mediacom World Class Scholarship -  Applicants must live in the region serviced by the North Central Division of Mediacom. -  Applications must include essay on leadership, transcript, and 2 letters of recommendation -  Up to 50 scholarships of $1000 will be awarded -  Applications are available at each unit desk at HCHS and at www.mediacomworldclass.com  -  Deadline: February 10, 2010

Representative Paul Mason Memorial Scholarship   Applicants must be active members, retired members, or the children or grandchildren of active or retired members of the Kentucky Education Support Professionals Association (KESPA)  $500  Deadline: February 15, 2010 Application available at each unit desk at HCHS

Henderson Community College Scholarships Deadline: February 15 Application available at http://www.hencc.kctcs.edu/admissions/aid.asp Students must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher.  Best  Buy @15 Scholarship Program  Deadline: Feb. 15, 2010  Grades 9-12 are eligible to apply  1000 scholarships of $1000 will be awarded  Apply online at www.bestbuy.com/scholarships  or www.at15.com

College of Mount St. Joseph Discovery Days February 15 Cincinnati, Ohio 1-800-654-9314
WKU Ogden Research Scholarship Criteria: ACT Composite in the 30’s or upper 20’s, 3.8/4.0 GPA or top 3% of class, Ogden College of Science and Engineering Major. How to apply: Nomination forms must be completed by a science teacher or guidance counselor. Forms can be downloaded at http://www.wku.edu/~darwin.dah./hompage.htm Deadline: February 15^th
Georgetown College Creative Writing Scholarship  $4000 over 4 years  Apply by sending a writing sample of no more than 10 pages.  Sample can include poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, or a combination of those genres.  Please double space and number the pages. Include a cover sheet with the following information:  Name, high school, indication that you are applying for the Creative Writing Scholarship, Indication if you are applying for other Georgetown College Scholarships; Indication if you have already applied to Georgetown College or if you plan to apply.  Application Deadline: February 15, 2010  Mail to: Office of Admissions, Georgetown College, 400 East College Street, Georgetown, KY 40324 Georgetown College Scholarships www.georgetowncollege.edu/admissions/finaid_scholarships.htm
PNC KHSAA Scholarship  Award Amount: $1000 (32 awards will be given—1 boy and 1 girl from each 16 regions in KY)  Must be a participant in KHSAA sanctioned sport (includes cheer)  Deadline: February 19, 2010  Application available at http://www.khsaa.org/forms/bk148.pdf
University of Southern Indiana Southern Hospitality Days February 20 - Reserve online:  www.usi.edu/admissn/visit.asp
Evansville Teachers Federal Credit Union Scholarship Family must be a member of ETFCU for at least 1 year prior to the March 1 deadline Must have a 3.5 GPA Essay required Pick up application in your unit Deadline:  February 22^nd
University of Southern Indiana Sol and Arlene Bronstein Art Scholarship  Must be incoming freshman at USI as an art or art education major Award amount: $1000 a year for 4 years  Minimum GPA 3.0  Deadline: February 22, 2010  Applications available at each unit desk at HCHS.
Kentucky Farm Bureau Scholarships  Requirements:  3.5 GPA OR minimum 23 ACT score and a child of a Kentucky Farm Bureau member  Deadline:  February 26, 2010 - Applications are available at www.kyfb.com  or at each unit desk at HCHS

Louisville National College Fair Saturday, February 27 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Kentucky International Convention Center Students are encouraged to preregister for the event at www.gotomyncf.com

March –
Western Kentucky University Alumni Association’s Society of African American Alumni Scholarship  $1000 per academic year for 4 years  Must have applied WKU for  Fall 2010  20 or above ACT  3.0 GPA  Essay required  Application available at each unit desk at HCHS   Deadline: March 1, 2010

Pikeville College Osteopathic Medical Scholars Program (OMSP)  Must be applying as an incoming freshman at Pikeville College and KY resident   Minimum ACT Composite of 26 and GPA of 3.75  Students that are selected to the program, maintained required undergraduate GPA and required MCAT score are guaranteed admission to the medical school upon completion of bachelor’s degree and pre-med requirements.  Deadline: March 1, 2010  Applications available at each unit desk at HCHS.
Commonwealth Honors Academy Murray State University Juniors Eligible; 3.5 gpa; 25 ACT 3 week Summer Program/earn college credit  Applications available in each unit and can apply on-line www.murraystate.edu/cha Deadline:  March 1, 2010
Kentucky Association of Pupil Transportation (KAPT) Scholarship -  4-$1000 awards will be given to entering college freshman - Must have 3.0 or higher GPA and have a parent/guardian actively employed in the public school transportation field -  Family gross taxable income must be no more than $55,000 -  Applications are available at each unit desk at HCHS or at www.thekapt.com -  Deadline: March 1, 2010
Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Scholarship -  Student must be a direct descendant of graduates of the Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing in Evansville, IN -   Amount of scholarship not to exceed $2,500 -   Student must be pursuing education to become a Registered Nurse -  Preference given to students entering their first year of schooling -  DEADLINE: March 12, 2010  Applications can be picked up at each unit desk at HCHS or at www.deaconess.com
Gill Orthodontics Scholarship  Must be a current or previous patient at Gill Orthodontics  GPA requirement: 2.5  Award Amount: $1000 (2 students will be awarded)  Deadline: March 10, 2010  Applications are available at each unit desk at HCHS or www.gillorthodontics.com  (Click on Office Fun)
News25 Home Team Friday Vincennes University Scholarship -   $500 to Vincennes University -  Deadline: March 15, 2010 - Applications are available at each unit desk at HCHS. -  Thank you to Kolby O’Daniel for making this scholarship possible for a student at HCHS that plans to attend Vincennes University!
Kentucky High School Athletic Directors Association Scholarship Male and Female Academic Athlete of the Year Eligible:  Grades 9-12 Varsity Athlete Please include letters of recommendation Deadline:  March 15, 2010
Charles A. Reid Memorial Scholarship -  Must plan to attend Brescia University in Fall 2010 -  GPA 3.0 or higher -  Preference given to students that demonstrate financial need -  The number of scholarships depends on funds available for awards. - Deadline: March 15, 2010 - Applications are available at each unit desk at HCHS or at www.cflouisville.org (Click on Grants and Scholarships)
Nathan Leach “Reach for the Stars” Scholarship/Two Commonwealth Credit Union Scholarships  Must be a child of a member  of Commonwealth Credit Union (KY Employees Retirement System, KY Teachers Retirement System, County Employees Retirement System, KY State Police Retirement System) and be accepted as a freshman at a college/university for Fall 2010  Maximum scholarship: $4000 over a four-year period  Deadline: must be received by Commonwealth Credit Union office no later than 4 p.m. EST on Friday, March 19, 2010   Applications available in each unit desk at HCHS

Adam Bender “Reach for Excellence” Scholarship  For students that have overcome a physical or learning disability  Must be a child of a member  of Commonwealth Credit Union (KY Employees Retirement System, KY Teachers Retirement System, County Employees Retirement System, KY State Police Retirement System) and be accepted as a freshman at a college/university for Fall 2010  Maximum scholarship: $4000 over a four-year period Deadline: must be received by Commonwealth Credit Union office no later than 4 p.m. EST on Friday, March 19, 2010  Applications available in each unit desk at HCHS
College of Mount St. Joseph Get Acquainted Days March 20 Cincinnati, Ohio 1-800-654-9314
University of Evansville Open House Dates: March 20   1-800-423-8633 www.evansville.edu/visit
University of Southern Indiana Southern Hospitality Days March 20  - Reserve online:  www.usi.edu/admissn/visit.asp
US Bank Scholarship Apply on line:  usbank.com/studentloans Deadline:  March 30, 2010
ASQ (American Society for Quality) Scholarship  $1000   Deadline: March 31, 2010   Scholarship information and application available at http://www.psci.net./asq915 and each unit desk at HCHS

April -
University of Evansville Open House Dates: April 10 1-800-423-8633 www.evansville.edu/visit
University of Southern Indiana Southern Hospitality Days April 17 - Reserve online:  www.usi.edu/admissn/visit.asp

June -
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program Up to $1,000 to the winner (s) each year Scholarship Deadline   -  June 19, 2010 Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of the web site:  http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm

October -

AES Engineers Scholarship  To be eligible the student needs to answer one of the essay questions that they will find  at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm   Scholarships are not based on GPA but on character  Deadline: October 8, 2010   $500

No Deadline Specified -
Kohl’s Kids Who Care Scholarship Program  More than 2,100 nominees will be awarded more than $410,000 in scholarships and prizes.   Volunteer efforts and actions must be above and beyond what is normally expected.  Winners are chosen based on the project, benefits, and outcome of the student’s volunteer efforts.  Visit www.kohlskids.com to nominate a deserving volunteer

Big Sun Scholarship Available to high school seniors that participate in a sport Apply online at http://www.bigsunathletics.com

Henderson County Education Association Scholarship  3.0 GPA    Preference may be given to relatives of HCEA members, students that have a career interest of education, or members of FEA  Applications are available at each unit desk at HCHS
Texas Southern University Honors College  Students planning to attend TSU in Fall 2010  Must have A or B+ average and leadership experience        Information is available at each unit desk at HCHS

Carnegie Mellon’s Pre-College Programs  June 26-August 6, 2010  For more information visit www.cmu.edu/enrollment/pre-college
Eastern Kentucky University First Step to College Success Summer Program   Designed to assist students improve their academic skills before fall classes begin at EKU  Information available at http://www.developmentaleducation.eku.edu/firststep/

Washington University in St. Louis High School Summer Scholars Program -  5 week program -  Must be current high school sophomore or junior - B+ or higher academic average required -  SAT  of 1800 or combined PSAT of 180 or ACT/PLAN composite of 25  -  For more information and application materials : www.summerscholars.wustl.edu

Washington University in St. Louis Young Writers Institute -  2 week program -  Must be current high school sophomore or junior -  Academic average of B+ or better required -  Must have personal writing samples to share -  For more information and application materials:  www.swi.ucollege.wustl.edu

University of Kentucky Wilbur L. Price Scholarship -  Must plan to be a chemistry major at UK in the fall of 2010 -  Winner will be awarded in-state tuition for 1 year -  Applicants must be a legal resident of Kentucky, demonstrate academic success, and display financial need -  Applications available at each unit desk at HCHS and at http://www.chem.uky.edu/Wilbur_Price.html

2010 Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY) Awards  -  25 students will be awarded $7500, a trip to Disney World and a spot in a Milk Mustache ad -  Criteria:  strong academics, sports involvement, and community service -  Apply at www.bodybymilk.com

The American Legion    Scholarship and financial aid information available at www.legion.org/needalift
Rice University-Houston, Texas -  For families whose income is $80,000 or less, Rice will meet 100% of need eligibility without student loans. -  For families whose income is above $80,000 and demonstrate need eligibility, Rice will meet 100% of need and student loans will not exceed $10,000 total over four years. -  For more information about Rice University, visit www.rice.edu/admission
NFIB Young Entrepreneur Scholarship  Must have demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit/initiative. An officially established business is NOT a requirement.  Valued at $1,000-$10,000  Further information can be obtained at each unit desk at HCHS or at www.NFIB.com/YEA
United States Military Academy Summer Leaders Seminar 2010 - Opportunity for outstanding juniors to experience cadet life at West Point Academy and explore academic opportunities while obtaining leadership experience -  May 29-June 4 or June 5-11  - To apply:  www.admissions.usma.edu For more information contact:  Summer Leaders Seminar  Office of Admissions  606 Thayer Road  West Point, NY 96-1797 845-938-4041
Murray State University Free Foreign Language Placement Exam - If you score 250 or above you can receive up to 12 college credits in foreign language. French, German, or Spanish To access online exams: - http://webcape.byuhtrsc.org?acct=murraystate , Login using the password:  racers1 , Select your language from the drop down menu, Press the begin button, Follow he on0screen instructions to complete the exam, This saves you time and tuition money!, Complete information available at each unit desk at HCHS
Vanderbilt University Need-blind in the admissions process Will meet 100% of demonstrated financial need for all admitted and returning undergraduates Need-based financial aid to entering undergraduate students do not include need-based loans For more information: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/admissions/expanded-aid-program/ For Scholarship information:  http://www.vanderbilt.edu/scholarships