Alleghany Trojans News

Announcements

2011-06-02T08:44:00.001-04:00

Remaining team camp balance is due to Coach Phillips by the end of this week if you are planning to go to team camp.

Boys Basketball open gym today after school from 3:15-4:45.

Girls Basketball banquet will be today at River Rock Grill from 5:30-7:00.

Girls Softball Banquet will be today at River Rock Grill from 7:00-8:30.

Volleyball players the final payment is due for Catawba College. Please pay before the end of the week.
Free physical will be given June 17th from 1:00-3:00 at Dr. Denise Bryant's office. If you plan to play a sport next year this will be the only free physical given..

New ASD TIMES— Monday – Friday 3:00 until 4:30 and Saturday 8:00 until 2:00. Bring your own food on Sat. Once you leave you cannot come back..

Saturday is the last make-up day.

Announcements

2011-06-01T08:40:00.001-04:00

Any Senior who would like to take the AccuPlacer TEST for any community college or see how they will do for their University Placement test can come by and take the 20 minute test for FREE Tuesday (5-31-11) in Mrs. Hall’s Office. Students who wish to use this score may do so for college or use it as a study guide before taking it at the college.

Announcements

2011-05-31T08:24:00.000-04:00

SENIORS: YOUR FINAL TRANSCRIPT WILL NOT BE SENT TO THE COLLEGE YOU ARE PLANNING TO ATTEND IF YOU HAVE NOT SIGNED THE FINAL TRANSCRIPT REQUEST ON MRS. SHAW'S DESK IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE. YOUR COLLEGE WILL NOT LET YOU REGISTER AND BEGIN CLASSES IN THE FALL IF YOU HAVE NOT DONE THIS - SO DO IT!

Boys Basketball open gym tonight from 4:45-6:30.

Remaining team camp balance is due to Coach Phillips by the end of this week if you are planning to go to team camp.

Girls Basketball banquet will be Thursday night at River Rock Grill from 5:30-7:00.

Girls Softball Banquet will be Thursday night at River Rock Grill from 7:00-8:30.

All players let Coach Phillips know how many guests you will be bringing by the end of school today.

Volleyball players the final payment is due for Catawba College. Please pay before the end of the week.

The last day to take AR tests is June 1. All books and cameras and jump drives are due June 1

Free physical will be given June 17th from 1:00-3:00 at Dr. Denise Bryant's office. If you plan to play a sport next year this will be the only free physical given..

New ASD TIMES— Monday – Friday 3:00 until 4:30 and Saturday 8:00 until 2:00. Bring your own food on Sat. Once you leave you cannot come back..

Saturday is the last make-up day.

Announcements

2011-05-30T09:01:00.000-04:00

SENIORS: YOUR FINAL TRANSCRIPT WILL NOT BE SENT TO THE COLLEGE YOU ARE PLANNING TO ATTEND IF YOU HAVE NOT SIGNED THE FINAL TRANSCRIPT REQUEST ON MRS. SHAW'S DESK IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE. YOUR COLLEGE WILL NOT LET YOU REGISTER AND BEGIN CLASSES IN THE FALL IF YOU HAVE NOT DONE THIS - SO DO IT!

Art Club meeting today

Girls Basketball banquet will be Thursday night at River Rock Grill from 5:30-7:00.

Girls Softball Banquet will be Thursday night at River Rock Grill from 7:00-8:30.

All players let Coach Phillips know how many guests you will be bringing by the end of school today.

Volleyball players the final payment is due for Catawba College. Please pay before the end of the week.
The last day to take AR tests is June 1. All books and cameras and jump drives are due June 1...

Free physical will be given June 17th from 1:00-3:00 at Dr. Denise Bryant's office. If you plan to play a sport next year this will be the only free physical given..

New ASD TIMES— Monday – Friday 3:00 until 4:30 and Saturday 8:00 until 2:00. Bring your own food on Sat. Once you leave you cannot come back.

Announcements

2011-05-27T11:05:00.001-04:00

Seniors your Graduation Fee which includes your cap and gown is due today. You must pay to receive your cap and gown today..

Art Club meeting Monday.
The last day to take AR tests is June 1. All books and cameras and jump drives are due June 1.

Boys Basketball will have open gym Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30-7:00 in the old gym.

Girls Basketball open gym Monday-Thursday 3:30-5:00.

Any young Democrat who would like to go to Washington, DC this summer. See Mr. Rutherford for details.

Free physical will be given June 17th from 1:00-3:00 at Dr. Denise Bryant's office. If you plan to play a sport next year this will be the only free physical given..

New ASD TIMES— Monday – Friday 3:00 until 4:30 and Saturday 8:00 until 2:00. Bring your own food on Sat. Once you leave you cannot come back.

Announcements

2011-05-26T09:13:00.001-04:00

Seniors your Graduation Fee which includes your cap and gown is due Friday. You must pay to receive your cap and gown Friday..
The last day to take AR tests is June 1. All books and cameras and jump drives are due June 1.

Boys Basketball will have open gym Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30-7:00 in the old gym.

Girls Basketball open gym Monday-Thursday 3:30-5:00.

Track banquet today at 6 pm at The Pizzeria.

Any young Democrat who would like to go to Washington, DC this summer. See Mr. Rutherford for details.

Free physical will be given June 17th from 1:00-3:00 at Dr. Denise Bryant's office. If you plan to play a sport next year this will be the only free physical given..

New ASD TIMES— Monday – Friday 3:00 until 4:30 and Saturday 8:00 until 2:00. Bring your own food on Sat. Once you leave you cannot come back.

Announcements

2011-05-25T08:49:00.001-04:00

Top 20 DVD are ready. The cost is $11.00.

Seniors your Graduation Fee which includes your cap and gown is due Friday. You must pay to receive your cap and gown Friday.

Seniors did you lose a pair of sunglasses on the river on Friday? If you did please see Mrs. Ward.
The last day to tak
e AR tests is June 1. All books and cameras and jump drives are due June 1.

Boys Basketball will have open gym Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30-7:00 in the old gym.

Girls Basketball open gym Monday-Thursday 3:30-5:00.

Track banquet Thursday at 6 pm at The Pizzeria.

Any young Democrat who would like to go to Washington, DC this summer. See Mr. Rutherford for details.

Free physical will be given June 17th from 1:00-3:00 at Dr. Denise Bryant's office. If you plan to play a sport next year this will be the only free physical given..

Juniors interested in the “AS U Lead” Camp this summer (Aug. 1st – 5th) needs to have the paper work in ASAP. Please see Mrs. Hall if you need more information. Marko will be here on Thursday to pick up completed forms.

New ASD TIMES— Monday – Friday 3:00 until 4:30 and Saturday 8:00 until 2:00. Bring your own food on Sat. Once you leave you cannot come back.

Announcements

2011-05-24T11:20:00.000-04:00

Top 20 DVD are ready. The cost is $11.00.

All Prom Committee members need to come to Mrs. Marion's room during break.

All wrestlers stop by Coach Calloway's room today!

The last day to take AR tests is June 1. All books and cameras and jump drives are due June 1.

Boys Basketball will have open gym Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30-7:00 in the old gym.

Girls Basketball open gym Monday-Thursday 3:30-5:00.

Track banquet Thursday at 6 pm at The Pizzeria.

Varsity Cheerleaders there will be practice today beginning at 3:15 until 5:15 in the Band room.

Any young Democrat who would like to go to Washington, DC this summer. See Mr. Rutherford for details.

Free physical will be given June 17th from 1:00-3:00 at Dr. Denise Bryant's office. If you plan to play a sport next year this will be the only free physical given..

Juniors interested in the “AS U Lead” Camp this summer (Aug. 1st – 5th) needs to have the paper work in ASAP. Please see Mrs. Hall if you need more information. Marko will be here on Thursday to pick up completed forms.

New ASD TIMES— Monday – Friday 3:00 until 4:30 and Saturday 8:00 until 2:00. Bring your own food on Sat. Once you leave you cannot come back.

Announcements

2011-05-23T09:19:00.001-04:00

Top 20 DVD are ready. The cost is $11.00.
The last day to take AR tests is June 1. All books and cameras and jump drives are due June 1.

Boys Basketball will have open gym Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30-7:00 in the old gym.

Any young Democrat who would like to go to Washington, DC this summer. See Mr. Rutherford for details.

Free physical will be given June 17th from 1:00-3:00 at Dr. Denise Bryant's office. If you plan to play a sport next year this will be the only free physical given..

Juniors interested in the “AS U Lead” Camp this summer (Aug. 1st – 5th) needs to have the paper work in ASAP. Please see Mrs. Hall if you need more information. Marko will be here on Thursday to pick up completed forms.

New ASD TIMES— Monday – Friday 3:00 until 4:30 and Saturday 8:00 until 2:00. Bring your own food on Sat. Once you leave you cannot come back.

Announcements

2011-05-18T12:03:00.001-04:00

All women's soccer uniforms need to be turned in by This Friday. Coach Strode will be here after school each day to collect them.

The last day to take AR tests is June 1. All books and cameras and jump drives are due June 1.

This week is Forgiveness week in the Media Center. Bring overdue things back! No fines will be charged! Today and tomorrow. If you owe fines come to the media center and we will make them disappear! This week only! This does not apply to lost materials.

Boys Basketball will have open gym Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30-7:00 in the old gym.

All Boys going to team camp this summer need to turn in their registration forms and deposit to Coach Phillips by Thursday.

Any young Democrat who would like to go to Washington, DC this summer. See Mr. Rutherford for details.

Free physical will be given June 17th from 1:00-3:00 at Dr. Denise Bryant's office. If you plan to play a sport next year this will be the only free physical given.

Senior Athlete Banquet will be tonight at the Silver Dollar beginning at 6:00.

May 20th is the Senior trip at Una River bottom. Rain Date 23rd.

New ASD TIMES— Monday – Friday 3:00 until 4:30 and Saturday 8:00 until 2:00. Bring your own food on Sat. Once you leave you cannot come back.

Announcements

2011-05-17T09:04:00.001-04:00

Seniors-please turn your permission slip for the "Day at the River"-Senior Day-in today the 17th. May 20th is the Senior trip at Una River bottom. Rain Date 23rd.

All women's soccer uniforms need to be turned in by This Friday. Coach Strode will be here after school each day to collect them.
Prom Committee Mtg. after school today, in Mrs. Vestal's room.

The last day to take AR tests is June 1. All books and cameras and jump drives are due June 1.

Boys Basketball will have open gym Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30-7:00 in the old gym.

All Boys going to team camp this summer need to turn in their registration forms and deposit to Coach Phillips by Thursday.

Girls Basketball will have open gym Monday-Friday 3:30-5:00.

Junior Marshals meet with Mrs. Brady during break today.

Any young Democrat who would like to go to Washington, DC this summer. See Mr. Rutherford for details.

Free physical will be given June 17th from 1:00-3:00 at Dr. Denise Bryant's office. If you plan to play a sport next year this will be the only free physical given.

The Reeves Theater and Creative Action Coalition project was selected for Pepsi Refresh Everything Grant voting process. They could win 450K IF they get the most votes. Vote everyday in May. Text your vote to: 73774 and enter code: 106168.

Senior Athlete Banquet will be Wednesday 18th at the Silver Dollar beginning at 6:00.

New ASD TIMES— Monday – Friday 3:00 until 4:30 and Saturday 8:00 until 2:00. Bring your own food on Sat. Once you leave you cannot come back.

Senior Cap & Gown pictures will be taken on May 18. We will call you by homeroom for your pictures.

AAU Basketball Tournament: May 20-22
Call Tammy Edwards @ 200-2037 by May 13th
Keep gate, books, clock etc.

Announcements

2011-05-16T09:29:00.000-04:00

Seniors-please turn your permission slip for the "Day at the River"-Senior Day-in by Tuesday the 17th. May 20th is the Senior trip at Una River bottom. Rain Date 23rd

The last day to take AR tests is June 1. All books and cameras and jump drives are due June 1.

Boys Basketball will have open gym Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30-7:00 in the old gym.

Girls Basketball will have open gym Monday-Friday 3:30-5:00.

NTHS hours are due to Mrs. Weeks today. Seniors - No Hours- No cords

Junior Marshals meet with Mrs. Brady during break on Tuesday.

Any Dream Team members who wants to speak at Sparta Friday May 20th, see Coach Phillips today to get your field trip permission form.

Any young Democrat who would like to go to Washington, DC this summer. See Mr. Rutherford for details.

Free physical will be given June 17th from 1:00-3:00 at Dr. Denise Bryant's office. If you plan to play a sport next year this will be the only free physical given.

The Reeves Theater and Creative Action Coalition project was selected for Pepsi Refresh Everything Grant voting process. They could win 450K IF they get the most votes. Vote everyday in May. Text your vote to: 73774 and enter code: 106168.

Senior Athlete Banquet will be Wednesday 18th at the Silver Dollar beginning at 6:00.

The High School 101 class will be selling Granola Bars and Trail Mix today. The cost will be $1.00 each. They also have headbands, clips and braided bracelets the cost range from .50 to $3.

New ASD TIMES— Monday – Friday 3:00 until 4:30 and Saturday 8:00 until 2:00. Bring your own food on Sat. Once you leave you cannot come back.

Senior Cap & Gown pictures will be taken on May 18. We will call you by homeroom for your pictures.

AAU Basketball Tournament
May 20-22
Call Tammy Edwards @ 200-2037 by May 13th
Keep gate, books, clock etc.

Announcements

2011-05-12T08:35:00.000-04:00

NTHS hours are due to Mrs. Weeks by Monday May 16th. Seniors - No Hours- No cords

Any young Democrat who would like to go to Washington, DC this summer. See Mr. Rutherford for details.

Free physical will be given June 17th from 1:00-3:00 at Dr. Denise Bryant's office. If you plan to play a sport next year this will be the only free physical given.

The Reeves Theater and Creative Action Coalition project was selected for Pepsi Refresh Everything Grant voting process. They could win 450K IF they get the most votes. Vote everyday in May. Text your vote to: 73774 and enter code: 106168.

Senior Athlete Banquet will be Wednesday 18th at the Silver Dollar beginning at 6:00.

Coaches meeting today in the Cyber classroom beginning at 3:15.

May 20th is the Senior trip at Una's River bottom. Rain Date 23rd.

Joe Archibald will be here Friday 13th, to hand out graduation invitations.

The High School 101 class will be selling Granola Bars and Trail Mix today and tomorrow. The cost will be $1.00 each.

New ASD TIMES— Monday – Friday 3:00 until 4:30 and Saturday 8:00 until 2:00. Bring your own food on Sat. Once you leave you cannot come back.

BLOOD DRIVE—Saturday May 14,2011 at Kerr Drug 9:00 until 1:30pm. See Ms. Tucker this week to sign up

Please turn in track uniforms today to the office or else pay $35.00 to the office.

Senior Cap & Gown pictures will be taken on May 18. We will call you by homeroom for your pictures.

Boys Basketball and Baseball athletic banquet will be Sunday May 15th 2:00 at the Rivers Edge.Beta Volunteer Hours Opportunity

AAU Basketball Tournament May 20-22
Call Tammy Edwards @ 200-2037 by May 13th Keep gate, books, clock etc.

Attention Beta Club Members, Sorry for the late notice, but the National Beta Club wants the volunteer hours turned in by May 13th. Please get all hours to Mrs. Hash before May 13th. Any volunteer work after May 13th can go toward next year or count just for school records.

Attention: Anyone going to prom. we will be selling messages in a bottle during both lunches for the next 2 days. The cost is $2 and will be delivered at prom. Come by the table in the lobby and send your sweetheart a message.

Announcements

2011-05-11T09:11:00.000-04:00

NTHS hours are due to Mrs. Weeks by Monday May 16th. Seniors - No Hours- No cords

Free physical will be given June 17th from 1:00-3:00 at Dr. Denise Bryant's office. If you plan to play a sport next year this will be the only free physical given.

The Reeves Theater and Creative Action Coalition project was selected for Pepsi Refresh Everything Grant voting process. They could win 450K IF they get the most votes. Vote everyday in May. Text your vote to: 73774 and enter code: 106168.

Senior Athlete Banquet will be Wednesday 18th at the Silver Dollar beginning at 6:00.

Coaches meeting tomorrow (Thursday), in the Cyber classroom beginning at 3:15.

There will be Clubs Thursday.

May 20th is the Senior trip at Una River bottom. Rain Date 23rd.

Joe Archibald will be here Friday 13th, to hand out invitation.

The High School 101 class will be selling Granola Bars and Trail Mix today and tomorrow. The cost will be $1.00 each.

New ASD TIMES— Monday – Friday 3:00 until 4:30 and Saturday 8:00 until 2:00. Bring your own food on Sat. Once you leave you cannot come back.

BLOOD DRIVE—Saturday May 14,2011 at Kerr Drug 9:00 until 1:30pm. See Ms. Tucker this week to sign up

Please turn in track uniforms today, to the office or else pay $35.00 to the office.

Senior Cap & Gown pictures will be taken on May 18. We will call you by homeroom for your pictures.

Boys Basketball and Baseball athletic banquet will be Sunday May 15th 2:00 at the Rivers Edge.

Beta Volunteer Hours Opportunity: AAU Basketball Tournament

May 20-22 Call Tammy Edwards @ 200-2037 by May 13th Keep gate, books, clock etc.

Attention Beta Club Members, Sorry for the late notice, but the National Beta Club wants the volunteer hours turned in by May 13th. Please get all hours to Mrs. Hash before May 13th. Any volunteer work after May 13th can go toward next year or count just for school records.

Attention: Anyone going to prom. we will be selling messages in a bottle during both lunches for the next 2 days. The cost is $2 and will be delivered at prom. Come by the table in the lobby and

Announcements

2011-05-10T08:21:00.001-04:00

NTHS hours are due to Mrs. Weeks by Monday May 16th. Seniors - No Hours- No cords

New ASD TIMES— Monday – Friday 3:00 until 4:30 and Saturday 8:00 until 2:00. Bring your own food on Sat. Once you leave you cannot come back.

BLOOD DRIVE—Saturday May 14,2011 at Kerr Drug 9:00 until 1:30pm. See Ms. Tucker this week to sign up

Please turn in track uniforms today.

Senior Cap & Gown pictures will be taken on May 18. See Mrs. Brady go sign up for your appt.

Boys Basketball and Baseball athletic banquet will be Sunday May 15th 2:00 at the Rivers Edge.

Attention Senior Beta Members Honor Cords will be ordered today.

Attention Junior and Sophomore Beta Members, we need officers for next year. No officers, no club! Deadline is May 10th

Any student planning on taking the CNA class through Wilkes Community College in the fall needs to contact WCC at 372-5061 to register for the placement test. There is one on today Tuesday), at 3:00. You must register to take the test on that date. Contact WCC if this date doesn’t work for you to check on alternate dates.

Beta Volunteer Hours Opportunity: AAU Basketball Tournament
May 20-22 Call Tammy Edwards @ 200-2037 by May 13th Keep gate, books, clock etc.

Attention Beta Club Members, Sorry for the late notice, but the National Beta Club wants the volunteer hours turned in by May 13th. Please get all hours to Mrs. Hash before May 13th. Any volunteer work after May 13th can go toward next year or count just for school records.

Attention: Anyone going to prom. we will be selling messages in a bottle during both lunches for the next 2 days. The cost is $2 and will be delivered at prom. Come by the table in the lobby and send your sweetheart a message.

Beta Club Cake Walk. Last 10 minutes of each lunch in the cafeteria. Cost will be 1.00. Help raise money for the Beta Club.

Outside date form for the prom are in the office today.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $50 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Senior Day at the River
On Friday, May 20th, the AHS seniors will be transported by school buses to “Una’s River Bottom” on the Little River for a day of sunshine, water fun, games, and lunch for their classmates. There will be volleyball competitions, corn hole games, team races, and more! For lunch we will have pizza, wings, watermelon, and drinks. Bring beach towels, river shoes, snacks, and music. The entire day is paid for by the school and community donations, so come and enjoy a day out of school. (You will be counted present if you are with us at the river!) Pay your senior fees and past due charges so that you are eligible to attend.
Rain date will be Monday, May 23rd.

Announcements

2011-05-09T09:22:00.002-04:00

Boys basketball will have an important meeting Tuesday during morning break in the old gym. All boys planning to play next season need to attend.

There will be a PROM Committee meeting in Ms. Rudy’s room at 3:00pm today.

Attention: Anyone going to prom. we will be selling messages in a bottle during both lunches for the next 2 weeks. The cost is $2 and will be delivered at prom. Come by the table in the lobby and send your sweetheart a message.

Outside date form for the prom are in the office.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $50 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

A very important wrestling meeting will be during break Tuesday morning.

New ASD TIMES— Monday – Friday 3:00 until 4:45 and Saturday 8:00 until 2:00. Bring your own food on Sat. Once you leave you cannot come back.

BLOOD DRIVE—Saturday May 14,2011 at Kerr Drug 9:00 until 1:30pm. See Ms. Tucker this week to sign up.

Please turn in track uniforms MONDAY.

Senior Cap & Gown pictures will be taken on May 18. See Mrs. Brady go sign up for your appt.

Boys Basketball and Baseball athletic banquet will be Sunday May 15th 2:00 at the Rivers Edge.

Attention Senior Beta Members Honor Cords will be ordered May 10th. National Beta Club wants the volunteer hours turned in by May 13th. Please get all hours to Mrs. Hash before May 13th. Any volunteer work after May 13th can go toward next year or count just for school records. Beta Volunteer Hours Opportunity: AAU Basketball Tournament May 20-22 Call Tammy Edwards @ 200-2037 by May 13th Keep gate, books, clock etc.

Junior and Sophomore Beta Members, we need officers for next year. No officers, no club! Deadline is May 10th

Any student planning on taking the CNA class through Wilkes Community College in the fall needs to contact WCC at 372-5061 to register for the placement test. There is one on Tuesday, May 10, 2011, at 3:00. You must register to take the test on that date. Contact WCC if this date doesn’t work for you to check on alternate dates.

Beta Club Cake Walk. Last 10 minutes of each lunch in the cafeteria. Cost will be 1.00. Help raise money for the Beta Club.

Senior Day at the River
On Friday, May 20th, the AHS seniors will be transported by school buses to “Una’s River Bottom” on the Little River for a day of sunshine, water fun, games, and lunch for their classmates. There will be volleyball competitions, corn hole games, team races, and more! For lunch we will have pizza, wings, watermelon, and drinks. Bring beach towels, river shoes, snacks, and music. The entire day is paid for by the school and community donations, so come and enjoy a day out of school. (You will be counted present if you are with us at the river!) Pay your senior fees and past due charges so that you are eligible to attend.

Announcements

2011-05-06T12:57:00.001-04:00

Joe Archibald will be here Friday May 13 during both lunches to hand out invitations.

Senior Cap and Gown pictures will be taken on May 18. See Mrs. Brady to sign up for your appt.

Boys Basketball and Baseball Athletic Banquet will be Sunday May 15th 2:00 at the River's Edge.

Gym closed during break and lunch today.

Blood drive at Kerr Drug-Sat May 14th from 9-1. See Mrs. Tucker next week to sign up. Seniors who need to donate one more time for their Red cord- Be sure to see Mrs. Tucker next week.

Attention Senior Beta Members: Honor Cords will be ordered May 10th.

Attention Junior and Sophomore Beta Members: we need officers for next year. No officers, no club! Deadline is May 10th

Any student planning to taking the CNA class through Wilkes Community College in the fall needs to contact WCC at 372-5061 to register for the placement test. There is one on Tuesday, May 10, 2011, at 3:00. You must register to take the test on that date. Contact WCC if this date doesn’t work for you to check on alternate dates.

Beta Volunteer Hours Opportunity
AAU Basketball Tournament
May 20-22
Call Tammy Edwards @ 200-2037 by May 13th
Keep gate, books, clock etc.

Attention Beta Club Members, Sorry for the late notice, but the National Beta Club wants the volunteer hours turned in by May 13th. Please get all hours to Mrs. Hash before May 13th. Any volunteer work after May 13th can go toward next year or count just for school records.

Attention: Anyone going to prom. we will be selling messages in a bottle during both lunches for the next 2 weeks. The cost is $2 and will be delivered at prom. Come by the table in the lobby and send your sweetheart a message.

Beta Club Cake Walk. Last 10 minutes of each lunch in the cafeteria. Cost will be 1.00. Help raise money for the Beta Club.

Outside date form for the prom are in the office.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $50 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Announcements

2011-05-05T12:11:00.000-04:00

Attention Senior Beta Members Honor Cords will be ordered May 10th.

Attention Junior and Sophomore Beta Members: we need officers for next year. No officers, no club! Deadline is May 10th

Any student planning on taking the CNA class through Wilkes Community College in the fall needs to contact WCC at 372-5061 to register for the placement test. There is one on Tuesday, May 10, 2011, at 3:00. You must register to take the test on that date. Contact WCC if this date doesn’t work for you to check on alternate dates.

Beta Volunteer Hours Opportunity
AAU Basketball Tournament
May 20-22
Call Tammy Edwards @ 200-2037 by May 13th
Keep gate, books, clock etc.

Attention Beta Club Members, Sorry for the late notice, but the National Beta Club wants the volunteer hours turned in by May 13th. Please get all hours to Mrs. Hash before May 13th. Any volunteer work after May 13th can go toward next year or count just for school records.

Attention: Anyone going to prom. we will be selling messages in a bottle during both lunches for the next 2 weeks. The cost is $2 and will be delivered at prom. Come by the table in the lobby and send your sweetheart a message.

Boys Basketball will have a parent meeting tonight from 6:00 to 6:30 in the cafeteria for all boys in

Beta Club Cake Walk. Last 10 minutes of each lunch in the cafeteria. Cost will be 1.00. Help raise money for the Beta Club.

Outside date form for the prom are in the office.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $50 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Annopuncements

2011-05-04T13:27:00.002-04:00

Joe Archibald will be here next Friday to hand- out graduation invitations during both lunches

JV Softball Team will be having team pictures today after school. Meet in the lobby.

Attention Senior Beta Members Honor Cords will be ordered May 10th.
Attention Junior and Sophomore Beta Members, we need officers for next year. No officers, no club! Deadline is May 10th

Beta Volunteer Hours Opportunity
AAU Basketball Tournament
May 20-22
Call Tammy Edwards @ 200-2037 by May 13th
Keep gate, books, clock etc.

Attention Beta Club Members, Sorry for the late notice, but the National Beta Club wants the volunteer hours turned in by May 13th. Please get all hours to Mrs. Hash before May 13th. Any volunteer work after May 13th can go toward next year or count just for school records.

Attention: Anyone going to prom. we will be selling messages in a bottle during both lunches for the next 2 weeks. The cost is $2 and will be delivered at prom. Come by the table in the lobby and send your sweetheart a message.

Boys Basketball will have a parent meeting tonight from 6:00 to 6:30 in the cafeteria for all boys interested in playing basketball next season.

All students interested in the Med Camp this summer have to have all their applications in today. Please turn in to Mrs. Hall no later than 3:00, today

Beta Club Cake Walk. Last 10 minutes of each lunch in the cafeteria. Cost will be 1.00. Help raise money for the Beta Club.

Outside date form for the prom are in the office.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $50 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt

Announcements

2011-05-03T10:10:00.000-04:00

Attention to Prom Attendees: we will be selling messages in a bottle during both lunches for the next 2 weeks. The cost is $2 and will be delivered at prom. Come by the table in the lobby and send your sweetheart a message.

Boys Basketball will have a parent meeting Wednesday night from 6:00 to 6:30 in the cafeteria for all boys interested in playing basketball next season.

All students interested in the Med Camp this summer have to have all their applications in by this Wednesday. Please turn in to Mrs. Hall no later than Wednesday at 3:00.

Beta Club Cake Walk. Last 10 minutes of each lunch in the cafeteria. Cost will be 1.00. Help raise money for the Beta Club.

Outside date form for the prom are in the office.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $50 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Announcements

2011-05-02T09:12:00.001-04:00

Yearbooks go on sale today.

Beta Club Cake Walk. Last 10 minutes of each lunch in the cafeteria. Cost will be 1.00. Help raise money for the Beta Club.

Outside date form for the prom are in the office.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $50 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Announcements

2011-04-28T14:52:00.001-04:00

Beta Club Members if you missed the Beta Club meeting yesterday you need to see Mrs. Hash today.

Lunch and Learn for Upward Bound in Cyber at 12:00 today.

FFA t-shirts will be here tomorrow (Thursday). Make sure you bring money for your shirts.

Volleyball camp forms and deposit for Catawba Volleyball are due today.

Outside date form for the prom are in the office.

Camp Med 2011 Summer Program
Date June 20th – 24th

The Camp Med Summer Program is designed to recruit, educate and prepare high School Students for careers in the health professions. All interested rising 9th – 12th grade students must complete an application. Participation in this program is FREE. If you are interested in a career in any health related field- please see Pam Hall for an application. Space is limited so get your completed applications in early.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $45 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-04-27T09:06:00.001-04:00

Attention Beta Club Members: There is a meeting after school in Mrs. Hash's room today be there!

FFA t-shirts will be here tomorrow (Thursday). Make sure you bring money for your shirts.

Volleyball camp forms and deposit for Catawba Volleyball are due tomorrow.

There will be a Prom Committee Meeting today after school in Mrs. Rudy's room.

Outside date forms for the prom are in the office.

Camp Med 2011 Summer Program
Date June 20th – 24th

The Camp Med Summer Program is designed to recruit, educate and prepare high School Students for careers in the health professions. All interested rising 9th – 12th grade students must complete an application. Participation in this program is FREE. If you are interested in a career in any health related field- please see Pam Hall for an application. Space is limited so get your completed applications in early.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $45 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-04-26T08:53:00.001-04:00

Attention Beta Club Members: There is a meeting after school in Mrs. Hash's room on Wednesday April 27th, be there!

Outside date form for the prom are in the office.

Camp Med 2011 Summer Program
Date June 20th – 24th

The Camp Med Summer Program is designed to recruit, educate and prepare high School Students for careers in the health professions. All interested rising 9th – 12th grade students must complete an application. Participation in this program is FREE. If you are interested in a career in any health related field- please see Pam Hall for an application. Space is limited so get your completed applications in early.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $45 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-04-15T08:21:00.000-04:00

There are 3 tickets left for the New York Trip during intersession. See Mrs. Link for details!

Reward Offered for a missing book titled "Fallen". See Mrs. DeBord.

Outside date form for the prom are in the office.

Don't wait til the last minute! Turn in your library books, cameras, and flip videos as soon as you are done! Avoid the last minute panic. Also, this is the last week to bring canned goods in place of overdue fines. When we return from spring intercession week, cash will be the only payment!

Camp Med 2011 Summer Program
Date June 20th – 24th

The Camp Med Summer Program is designed to recruit, educate and prepare high School Students for careers in the health professions. All interested rising 9th – 12th grade students must complete an application. Participation in this program is FREE. If you are interested in a career in any health related field- please see Pam Hall for an application. Space is limited so get your completed applications in early.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $45 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-04-14T08:52:00.001-04:00

There are 3 tickets left for the New York Trip during intersession. See Mrs. Link for details!

Reward Offered for a missing book titled "Fallen". See Mrs. DeBord.

Any student participating in the FTA Egg Hunt on Friday, you need to have forms turned in before lunch today. Each student must have a Field Trip Permission Slip and a School Field Trip Teacher Approval Form.
Little Caesar Pizza Kits will be here today.

Outside date form for the prom are in the office.

Don't wait til the last minute! Turn in your library books, cameras, and flip videos as soon as you are done! Avoid the last minute panic. Also, this is the last week to bring canned goods in place of overdue fines. When we return from spring intercession week, cash will be the only payment!

Camp Med 2011 Summer Program
Date June 20th – 24th

The Camp Med Summer Program is designed to recruit, educate and prepare high School Students for careers in the health professions. All interested rising 9th – 12th grade students must complete an application. Participation in this program is FREE. If you are interested in a career in any health related field- please see Pam Hall for an application. Space is limited so get your completed applications in early.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $45 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-04-13T08:06:00.000-04:00

There are 3 tickets left for the New York Trip during intersession. See Mrs. Link for details!

Little Caesar Pizza Kits will be here tomorrow.

Outside date form for the prom are in the office.

AIG trip will be Thursday. Everyone going please see Mr. Todd and Mrs. Hall for another form that needs to be filled out and signed.

Destiny Blevins is holding “Alleghany’s Got Talent” Show for her Senior Project. The show is this Friday, April 15th during 4th period in the New Gym. All AHS students interested in showing us your talent need to see Destiny and come to the “screening” today after school in the New Gym. Limit your talent to three minutes. AHS Student Council will donate money for 1st prize. Donations will be excepted as admission for spectators with all proceeds going to the Exceptional Children’s Dept of AHS. Get your talent together and show us what you’ve got!

Don't wait til the last minute! Turn in your library books, cameras, and flip videos as soon as you are done! Avoid the last minute panic. Also, this is the last week to bring canned goods in place of overdue fines. When we return from spring intercession week, cash will be the only payment!

Camp Med 2011 Summer Program
Date June 20th – 24th

The Camp Med Summer Program is designed to recruit, educate and prepare high School Students for careers in the health professions. All interested rising 9th – 12th grade students must complete an application. Participation in this program is FREE. If you are interested in a career in any health related field- please see Pam Hall for an application. Space is limited so get your completed applications in early.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $45 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-04-12T09:43:00.000-04:00

There are 3 tickets left for the New York Trip during intersession. See Mrs. Link for details!

Athletic Pictures today.

Outside date form for the prom are in the office.

AIG trip will be Thursday. Everyone going please see Mr. Todd and Mrs. Hall for another form that needs to be filled out and signed.

Destiny Blevins is holding “Alleghany’s Got Talent” Show for her Senior Project. The show is this Friday, April 15th during 4th period in the New Gym. All AHS students interested in showing us your talent need to see Destiny and come to the “screening” on Wednesday after school in the New Gym. Limit your talent to three minutes. AHS Student Council will donate money for 1st prize. Donations will be excepted as admission for spectators with all proceeds going to the Exceptional Children’s Dept of AHS. Get your talent together and show us what you’ve got!

Don't wait til the last minute! Turn in your library books, cameras, and flip videos as soon as you are done! Avoid the last minute panic. Also, this is the last week to bring canned goods in place of overdue fines. When we return from spring intercession week, cash will be the only payment!

Camp Med 2011 Summer Program
Date June 20th – 24th

The Camp Med Summer Program is designed to recruit, educate and prepare high School Students for careers in the health professions. All interested rising 9th – 12th grade students must complete an application. Participation in this program is FREE. If you are interested in a career in any health related field- please see Pam Hall for an application. Space is limited so get your completed applications in early.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $45 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

N.C. Cooperative Leadership Conference, White Lake, NC – This is a five-day program that focuses on leadership, how cooperatives operate and traditional camp activities that is held June 20-24, 2011. Up to 10 rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors will be sponsored. Eligibility requirements include: Be single and a rising junior or senior (must be 15 years old at time of camp) at a public high school in Skyline’s service area, be able to attend the entire leadership conference, be willing to utilize training following participation in the leadership conference, have leadership potential, and previous conference attendees may not reapply for this program in any subsequent year. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

William Ragsdale Froelich Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship was established in 2009 by friends and family of Will Froelich to provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors from Alleghany County. Froelich, a young man who lived life beautifully, intelligently and passionately, died tragically in an accident at the age of 17 at Roaring Gap, a place he loved dearly. Eligible students must be residents of Alleghany County, be a graduating senior, have a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0, demonstrate community involvement and/or employment, demonstrate financial need and evidence a desire to impact the world in a positive manner. The online application is available on The Winston-Salem Foundation’s Web site at www.wsfoundation.org/netcommunity/students. Deadline is Friday, April 15, 2011.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Additional scholarship opportunities for seniors:

Frank James – SkyLine Scholarship – Applicants must be graduating high school seniors whose parents are current members of SkyLine, and long with their parents, reside full-time in the cooperative’s five-county service area. Applicants must have been accepted to a four- or two- year accredited school and exhibit financial need. Five $1000 scholarships and five $500 scholarships will be awarded this year. The $1000 is renewable for four years and the $500 is renewable for two years. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission to Mrs. Miller is April 15, 2011.

Mount Rogers Area Christmas Tree Growers Association – Accepting applications from 2011 graduates of area high schools for their two $750 scholarships. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for an application. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011.

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-04-11T08:38:00.001-04:00

Destiny Blevins is holding “Alleghany’s Got Talent” Show for her Senior Project. The show is this Friday, April 15th during 4th period in the New Gym. All AHS students interested in showing us your talent need to see Destiny and come to the “screening” on Wednesday after school in the New Gym. Limit your talent to three minutes. AHS Student Council will donate money for 1st prize. Donations will be excepted as admission for spectators with all proceeds going to the Exceptional Children’s Dept of AHS. Get your talent together and show us what you’ve got!

Don't wait til the last minute! Turn in your library books, cameras, and flip videos as soon as you are done! Avoid the last minute panic. Also, this is the last week to bring canned goods in place of overdue fines. When we return from spring intercession week, cash will be the only payment!

Camp Med 2011 Summer Program
Date June 20th – 24th

The Camp Med Summer Program is designed to recruit, educate and prepare high School Students for careers in the health professions. All interested rising 9th – 12th grade students must complete an application. Participation in this program is FREE. If you are interested in a career in any health related field- please see Pam Hall for an application. Space is limited so get your completed applications in early.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $45 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

N.C. Cooperative Leadership Conference, White Lake, NC – This is a five-day program that focuses on leadership, how cooperatives operate and traditional camp activities that is held June 20-24, 2011. Up to 10 rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors will be sponsored. Eligibility requirements include: Be single and a rising junior or senior (must be 15 years old at time of camp) at a public high school in Skyline’s service area, be able to attend the entire leadership conference, be willing to utilize training following participation in the leadership conference, have leadership potential, and previous conference attendees may not reapply for this program in any subsequent year. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

William Ragsdale Froelich Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship was established in 2009 by friends and family of Will Froelich to provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors from Alleghany County. Froelich, a young man who lived life beautifully, intelligently and passionately, died tragically in an accident at the age of 17 at Roaring Gap, a place he loved dearly. Eligible students must be residents of Alleghany County, be a graduating senior, have a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0, demonstrate community involvement and/or employment, demonstrate financial need and evidence a desire to impact the world in a positive manner. The online application is available on The Winston-Salem Foundation’s Web site at www.wsfoundation.org/netcommunity/students. Deadline is Friday, April 15, 2011.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Additional scholarship opportunities for seniors:

Frank James – SkyLine Scholarship – Applicants must be graduating high school seniors whose parents are current members of SkyLine, and long with their parents, reside full-time in the cooperative’s five-county service area. Applicants must have been accepted to a four- or two- year accredited school and exhibit financial need. Five $1000 scholarships and five $500 scholarships will be awarded this year. The $1000 is renewable for four years and the $500 is renewable for two years. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission to Mrs. Miller is April 15, 2011.

Mount Rogers Area Christmas Tree Growers Association – Accepting applications from 2011 graduates of area high schools for their two $750 scholarships. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for an application. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011.

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-04-08T10:05:00.001-04:00

Softball and Baseball Varsity Games will play first today.

Varsity Girls Softball Game will begin at 4:30 today. Varsity players need to be dressed and at the batting cage by 3:30. JV players need to be there by 4:30

Congratulations to Cody Hamm for his single win over Ashe Co. yesterday.

Camp Med 2011 Summer Program

Date June 20th – 24th

The Camp Med Summer Program is designed to recruit, educate and prepare high School Students for careers in the health professions. All interested rising 9th – 12th grade students must complete an application. Participation in this program is FREE. If you are interested in a career in any health related field- please see Pam Hall for an application. Space is limited so get your completed applications in early.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $45 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

N.C. Cooperative Leadership Conference, White Lake, NC – This is a five-day program that focuses on leadership, how cooperatives operate and traditional camp activities that is held June 20-24, 2011. Up to 10 rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors will be sponsored. Eligibility requirements include: Be single and a rising junior or senior (must be 15 years old at time of camp) at a public high school in Skyline’s service area, be able to attend the entire leadership conference, be willing to utilize training following participation in the leadership conference, have leadership potential, and previous conference attendees may not reapply for this program in any subsequent year. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

William Ragsdale Froelich Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship was established in 2009 by friends and family of Will Froelich to provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors from Alleghany County. Froelich, a young man who lived life beautifully, intelligently and passionately, died tragically in an accident at the age of 17 at Roaring Gap, a place he loved dearly. Eligible students must be residents of Alleghany County, be a graduating senior, have a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0, demonstrate community involvement and/or employment, demonstrate financial need and evidence a desire to impact the world in a positive manner. The online application is available on The Winston-Salem Foundation’s Web site at www.wsfoundation.org/netcommunity/students. Deadline is Friday, April 15, 2011.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Additional scholarship opportunities for seniors:

Frank James – SkyLine Scholarship – Applicants must be graduating high school seniors whose parents are current members of SkyLine, and long with their parents, reside full-time in the cooperative’s five-county service area. Applicants must have been accepted to a four- or two- year accredited school and exhibit financial need. Five $1000 scholarships and five $500 scholarships will be awarded this year. The $1000 is renewable for four years and the $500 is renewable for two years. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission to Mrs. Miller is April 15, 2011.

Mount Rogers Area Christmas Tree Growers Association – Accepting applications from 2011 graduates of area high schools for their two $750 scholarships. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for an application. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011.

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-04-07T08:57:00.001-04:00

Dream Team will be speaking at Glade Creek School on Thursday. 4th , 5th and 6th grade speakers will be leaving at 9:30. Speakers for 3rd, 7th, and 8th, will be leaving at 12;15. Pick up a permission slip from Coach Phillips or Coach Calloway.

William Ragsdale Froelich Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship was established in 2009 by friends and family of Will Froelich to provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors from Alleghany County. Froelich, a young man who lived life beautifully, intelligently and passionately, died tragically in an accident at the age of 17 at Roaring Gap, a place he loved dearly. Eligible students must be residents of Alleghany County, be a graduating senior, have a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0, demonstrate community involvement and/or employment, demonstrate financial need and evidence a desire to impact the world in a positive manner. The online application is available on The Winston-Salem Foundation’s Web site at www.wsfoundation.org/netcommunity/students. Deadline is Friday, April 15, 2011.

Camp Med 2011 Summer Program

Date June 20th – 24th

The Camp Med Summer Program is designed to recruit, educate and prepare high School Students for careers in the health professions. All interested rising 9th – 12th grade students must complete an application. Participation in this program is FREE. If you are interested in a career in any health related field- please see Pam Hall for an application. Space is limited so get your completed applications in early.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $45 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

N.C. Cooperative Leadership Conference, White Lake, NC – This is a five-day program that focuses on leadership, how cooperatives operate and traditional camp activities that is held June 20-24, 2011. Up to 10 rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors will be sponsored. Eligibility requirements include: Be single and a rising junior or senior (must be 15 years old at time of camp) at a public high school in Skyline’s service area, be able to attend the entire leadership conference, be willing to utilize training following participation in the leadership conference, have leadership potential, and previous conference attendees may not reapply for this program in any subsequent year. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Additional scholarship opportunities for seniors:

Frank James – SkyLine Scholarship – Applicants must be graduating high school seniors whose parents are current members of SkyLine, and long with their parents, reside full-time in the cooperative’s five-county service area. Applicants must have been accepted to a four- or two- year accredited school and exhibit financial need. Five $1000 scholarships and five $500 scholarships will be awarded this year. The $1000 is renewable for four years and the $500 is renewable for two years. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission to Mrs. Miller is April 15, 2011.

Mount Rogers Area Christmas Tree Growers Association – Accepting applications from 2011 graduates of area high schools for their two $750 scholarships. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for an application. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011.

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-04-06T09:05:00.001-04:00

Opportunity
April 8th: Family Fun Night: Sparta School 5:00 pm, Call Resource Center 372-6583 or Partnership for Children 372-2846

Dream Team will be speaking at Glade Creek School on Thursday. 4th , 5th and 6th grade speakers will be leaving at 9:30. Speakers for 3rd, 7th, and 8th, will be leaving at 12;15. Pick up a permission slip from Coach Phillips or Coach Calloway.

William Ragsdale Froelich Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship was established in 2009 by friends and family of Will Froelich to provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors from Alleghany County. Froelich, a young man who lived life beautifully, intelligently and passionately, died tragically in an accident at the age of 17 at Roaring Gap, a place he loved dearly. Eligible students must be residents of Alleghany County, be a graduating senior, have a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0, demonstrate community involvement and/or employment, demonstrate financial need and evidence a desire to impact the world in a positive manner. The online application is available on The Winston-Salem Foundation’s Web site at www.wsfoundation.org/netcommunity/students. Deadline is Friday, April 15, 2011.

Camp Med 2011 Summer Program

Date June 20th – 24th

The Camp Med Summer Program is designed to recruit, educate and prepare high School Students for careers in the health professions. All interested rising 9th – 12th grade students must complete an application. Participation in this program is FREE. If you are interested in a career in any health related field- please see Pam Hall for an application. Space is limited so get your completed applications in early.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $45 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

N.C. Cooperative Leadership Conference, White Lake, NC – This is a five-day program that focuses on leadership, how cooperatives operate and traditional camp activities that is held June 20-24, 2011. Up to 10 rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors will be sponsored. Eligibility requirements include: Be single and a rising junior or senior (must be 15 years old at time of camp) at a public high school in Skyline’s service area, be able to attend the entire leadership conference, be willing to utilize training following participation in the leadership conference, have leadership potential, and previous conference attendees may not reapply for this program in any subsequent year. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Additional scholarship opportunities for seniors:

Frank James – SkyLine Scholarship – Applicants must be graduating high school seniors whose parents are current members of SkyLine, and long with their parents, reside full-time in the cooperative’s five-county service area. Applicants must have been accepted to a four- or two- year accredited school and exhibit financial need. Five $1000 scholarships and five $500 scholarships will be awarded this year. The $1000 is renewable for four years and the $500 is renewable for two years. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission to Mrs. Miller is April 15, 2011.

Mount Rogers Area Christmas Tree Growers Association – Accepting applications from 2011 graduates of area high schools for their two $750 scholarships. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for an application. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011.

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-04-05T10:07:00.001-04:00

Opportunity
April 8th: Family Fun Night: Sparta School 5:00 pm, Call Resource Center 372-6583 or Partnership for Children 372-2846

William Ragsdale Froelich Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship was established in 2009 by friends and family of Will Froelich to provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors from Alleghany County. Froelich, a young man who lived life beautifully, intelligently and passionately, died tragically in an accident at the age of 17 at Roaring Gap, a place he loved dearly. Eligible students must be residents of Alleghany County, be a graduating senior, have a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0, demonstrate community involvement and/or employment, demonstrate financial need and evidence a desire to impact the world in a positive manner. The online application is available on The Winston-Salem Foundation’s Web site at www.wsfoundation.org/netcommunity/students. Deadline is Friday, April 15, 2011.

Attention Senior Beta Members please pay for your cords ASAP. See Mrs. Hash.

Volleyball Pizza Forms and other fundraisers forms are due in the office by today.

FTA bring in bags of candy and Easter eggs for egg hunt. Also turn in your permission forms to Mrs. Vestal ASAP.

Summer internship opportunity at Blue Ridge Electric, if interested see Mrs. Maines in guidance.
Camp Med 2011 Summer Program

Date June 20th – 24th

The Camp Med Summer Program is designed to recruit, educate and prepare high School Students for careers in the health professions. All interested rising 9th – 12th grade students must complete an application. Participation in this program is FREE. If you are interested in a career in any health related field- please see Pam Hall for an application. Space is limited so get your completed applications in early.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $45 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

N.C. Cooperative Leadership Conference, White Lake, NC – This is a five-day program that focuses on leadership, how cooperatives operate and traditional camp activities that is held June 20-24, 2011. Up to 10 rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors will be sponsored. Eligibility requirements include: Be single and a rising junior or senior (must be 15 years old at time of camp) at a public high school in Skyline’s service area, be able to attend the entire leadership conference, be willing to utilize training following participation in the leadership conference, have leadership potential, and previous conference attendees may not reapply for this program in any subsequent year. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Additional scholarship opportunities for seniors:

Frank James – SkyLine Scholarship – Applicants must be graduating high school seniors whose parents are current members of SkyLine, and long with their parents, reside full-time in the cooperative’s five-county service area. Applicants must have been accepted to a four- or two- year accredited school and exhibit financial need. Five $1000 scholarships and five $500 scholarships will be awarded this year. The $1000 is renewable for four years and the $500 is renewable for two years. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission to Mrs. Miller is April 15, 2011.

Mount Rogers Area Christmas Tree Growers Association – Accepting applications from 2011 graduates of area high schools for their two $750 scholarships. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for an application. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011.

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-04-04T08:17:00.001-04:00

Volunteer Opportunities:

April 8th: Family Fun Night: Sparta School 5:00 pm, Call Resource Center 372-6583 or Partnership for Children 372-2846

April 5th: Pinwheel Garden to Support Healthy Children 3:30 pm. Call Pam at 372-6583.

Attention Senior Beta Members please pay for your cords ASAP. See Mrs. Hash.

Volleyball Pizza Forms and other fundraisers forms are due in the office by tomorrow.

FTA bring in bags of candy and Easter eggs for egg hunt. Also turn in your permission forms to Mrs. Vestal ASAP.

Summer internship opportunity at Blue Ridge Electric, if interested see Mrs. Maines in guidance.

Camp Med 2011 Summer Program Date June 20th – 24th

The Camp Med Summer Program is designed to recruit, educate and prepare high School Students for careers in the health professions. All interested rising 9th – 12th grade students must complete an application. Participation in this program is FREE. If you are interested in a career in any health related field- please see Pam Hall for an application. Space is limited so get your completed applications in early.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $45 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

N.C. Cooperative Leadership Conference, White Lake, NC – This is a five-day program that focuses on leadership, how cooperatives operate and traditional camp activities that is held June 20-24, 2011. Up to 10 rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors will be sponsored. Eligibility requirements include: Be single and a rising junior or senior (must be 15 years old at time of camp) at a public high school in Skyline’s service area, be able to attend the entire leadership conference, be willing to utilize training following participation in the leadership conference, have leadership potential, and previous conference attendees may not reapply for this program in any subsequent year. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Additional scholarship opportunities for seniors:

Frank James – SkyLine Scholarship – Applicants must be graduating high school seniors whose parents are current members of SkyLine, and long with their parents, reside full-time in the cooperative’s five-county service area. Applicants must have been accepted to a four- or two- year accredited school and exhibit financial need. Five $1000 scholarships and five $500 scholarships will be awarded this year. The $1000 is renewable for four years and the $500 is renewable for two years. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission to Mrs. Miller is April 15, 2011.

Mount Rogers Area Christmas Tree Growers Association – Accepting applications from 2011 graduates of area high schools for their two $750 scholarships. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for an application. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011.

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-04-01T08:32:00.001-04:00

Volunteer Opportunity
April 8th: Family Fun Night: Sparta School 5:00 pm, Call Resource Center 372-6583 or Partnership for Children 372-2846
April 5th: Pinwheel Garden to Support Healthy Children 3:30 pm. Call Pam at 372-6583.

Volleyball Pizza Forms and other fundraisers forms are due in the office by Tuesday.

FTA bring in bags of candy and Easter eggs for egg hunt. Also turn in your permission forms to Mrs. Vestal ASAP.

Summer internship opportunity at Blue Ridge Electric, if interested see Mrs. Maines in guidance.
Camp Med 2011 Summer Program

Date June 20th – 24th

The Camp Med Summer Program is designed to recruit, educate and prepare high School Students for careers in the health professions. All interested rising 9th – 12th grade students must complete an application. Participation in this program is FREE. If you are interested in a career in any health related field- please see Pam Hall for an application. Space is limited so get your completed applications in early.

Senior t-shirts are on sale all week.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $45 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

FRS Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. – Two high school juniors will be sponsored annually for this program that is held June 4 – 8, 2011. Eligibility requirements include: Be a high school junior in Skyline’s five-county service area, have at least a 3.25 grade-point average, exhibit demonstrated leadership in campus organizations, exhibit demonstrated leadership through volunteer activities, submit an essay of 500 words on one of three selected topics (listed on application), write a brief letter stating why you would like to attend and your future plans beyond high school, and provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher or school official. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission of application is April 4, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

N.C. Cooperative Leadership Conference, White Lake, NC – This is a five-day program that focuses on leadership, how cooperatives operate and traditional camp activities that is held June 20-24, 2011. Up to 10 rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors will be sponsored. Eligibility requirements include: Be single and a rising junior or senior (must be 15 years old at time of camp) at a public high school in Skyline’s service area, be able to attend the entire leadership conference, be willing to utilize training following participation in the leadership conference, have leadership potential, and previous conference attendees may not reapply for this program in any subsequent year. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Add to junior opportunities:

North Carolina Community Development Initiative Summer Youth Community Economic Development Leadership Internship Program – If you are a rising high school senior and wish to apply to our eight-week, paid internship program, please visit our website at www.ncinitiative.org and in the Special Projects section on the Internship page you will find the online application link or simply fill out and mail in a hard copy. The postmark deadline for the completed application and accompanying materials is April 4, 2011. If interested, see Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

Additional scholarship opportunities for seniors:

Frank James – SkyLine Scholarship – Applicants must be graduating high school seniors whose parents are current members of SkyLine, and long with their parents, reside full-time in the cooperative’s five-county service area. Applicants must have been accepted to a four- or two- year accredited school and exhibit financial need. Five $1000 scholarships and five $500 scholarships will be awarded this year. The $1000 is renewable for four years and the $500 is renewable for two years. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission to Mrs. Miller is April 15, 2011.

Mount Rogers Area Christmas Tree Growers Association – Accepting applications from 2011 graduates of area high schools for their two $750 scholarships. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for an application. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011.

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-03-30T09:01:00.001-04:00

Volunteer Opportunity
April 8th: Family Fun Night: Sparta School 5:00 pm, Call Resource Center 372-6583 or Partnership for Children 372-2846
April 5th: Pinwheel Garden to Support Healthy Children 3:30 pm. Call Pam at 372-6583.

Dream Team field trip to speak at Glade Creek School tomorrow has been cancelled and moved to next Thursday.

Softball practice today will be in the gym from 3:15-4:00.

Congratulations to the ladies' soccer team for their win last night.

Congratulations to Josh Choate and Louie Poole for their doubles win against Elkin yesterday.

Senior t-shirts are on sale all week.

All athletes and parents are invited to dinner and presentation this Thursday night-March 31st at 5:00. Topic playing sports at the college level. Dinner starts at 5:00 with presentation of ASU athletes and AHS Booster meeting at 6:00. RSVP to Pam Hall by this afternoon so she can arrange approximate amount of food needed for dinner.

All FCA club members need to pay $20 for their t-shirts to Mrs. Miller by Thursday.

There will be a prom committee meeting in Mrs. Rudy's room today, March 30.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

FRS Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. – Two high school juniors will be sponsored annually for this program that is held June 4 – 8, 2011. Eligibility requirements include: Be a high school junior in Skyline’s five-county service area, have at least a 3.25 grade-point average, exhibit demonstrated leadership in campus organizations, exhibit demonstrated leadership through volunteer activities, submit an essay of 500 words on one of three selected topics (listed on application), write a brief letter stating why you would like to attend and your future plans beyond high school, and provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher or school official. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission of application is April 4, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

N.C. Cooperative Leadership Conference, White Lake, NC – This is a five-day program that focuses on leadership, how cooperatives operate and traditional camp activities that is held June 20-24, 2011. Up to 10 rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors will be sponsored. Eligibility requirements include: Be single and a rising junior or senior (must be 15 years old at time of camp) at a public high school in Skyline’s service area, be able to attend the entire leadership conference, be willing to utilize training following participation in the leadership conference, have leadership potential, and previous conference attendees may not reapply for this program in any subsequent year. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Add to junior opportunities:

North Carolina Community Development Initiative Summer Youth Community Economic Development Leadership Internship Program – If you are a rising high school senior and wish to apply to our eight-week, paid internship program, please visit our website at www.ncinitiative.org and in the Special Projects section on the Internship page you will find the online application link or simply fill out and mail in a hard copy. The postmark deadline for the completed application and accompanying materials is April 4, 2011. If interested, see Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

Additional scholarship opportunities for seniors:

Scholarships are open to students enrolled or planning to attend full time programs at an accredited college or university or an ASE/NATEF certified post secondary vocational program in mechanical, collision, heavy duty, or alternate fuel programs. Students apply online at www.automotivescholarships.com. They must complete the application including a short essay on their career goals. They must submit their high school transcript, and if they are already in a post secondary program, that transcript, too. They must also submit at least one letter of reference. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011.

Frank James – SkyLine Scholarship – Applicants must be graduating high school seniors whose parents are current members of SkyLine, and long with their parents, reside full-time in the cooperative’s five-county service area. Applicants must have been accepted to a four- or two- year accredited school and exhibit financial need. Five $1000 scholarships and five $500 scholarships will be awarded this year. The $1000 is renewable for four years and the $500 is renewable for two years. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission to Mrs. Miller is April 15, 2011.

Mount Rogers Area Christmas Tree Growers Association – Accepting applications from 2011 graduates of area high schools for their two $750 scholarships. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for an application. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011.

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-03-29T08:27:00.000-04:00

Volunteer Opportunity
April 8th: Family Fun Night: Sparta School 5:00 pm, Call Resource Center 372-6583 or Partnership for Children 372-2846
April 5th: Pinwheel Garden to Support Healthy Children 3:30 pm. Call Pam at 372-6583.

All FCA club members need to pay $20 for their t-shirts to Mrs. Miller by Thursday.

There will be a prom committee meeting in Mrs. Rudy's room on Wednesday, March 30.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

FRS Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. – Two high school juniors will be sponsored annually for this program that is held June 4 – 8, 2011. Eligibility requirements include: Be a high school junior in Skyline’s five-county service area, have at least a 3.25 grade-point average, exhibit demonstrated leadership in campus organizations, exhibit demonstrated leadership through volunteer activities, submit an essay of 500 words on one of three selected topics (listed on application), write a brief letter stating why you would like to attend and your future plans beyond high school, and provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher or school official. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission of application is April 4, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

N.C. Cooperative Leadership Conference, White Lake, NC – This is a five-day program that focuses on leadership, how cooperatives operate and traditional camp activities that is held June 20-24, 2011. Up to 10 rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors will be sponsored. Eligibility requirements include: Be single and a rising junior or senior (must be 15 years old at time of camp) at a public high school in Skyline’s service area, be able to attend the entire leadership conference, be willing to utilize training following participation in the leadership conference, have leadership potential, and previous conference attendees may not reapply for this program in any subsequent year. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Add to junior opportunities:

North Carolina Community Development Initiative Summer Youth Community Economic Development Leadership Internship Program – If you are a rising high school senior and wish to apply to our eight-week, paid internship program, please visit our website at www.ncinitiative.org and in the Special Projects section on the Internship page you will find the online application link or simply fill out and mail in a hard copy. The postmark deadline for the completed application and accompanying materials is April 4, 2011. If interested, see Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

Additional scholarship opportunities for seniors:

Scholarships are open to students enrolled or planning to attend full time programs at an accredited college or university or an ASE/NATEF certified post secondary vocational program in mechanical, collision, heavy duty, or alternate fuel programs. Students apply online at www.automotivescholarships.com. They must complete the application including a short essay on their career goals. They must submit their high school transcript, and if they are already in a post secondary program, that transcript, too. They must also submit at least one letter of reference. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011.

Frank James – SkyLine Scholarship – Applicants must be graduating high school seniors whose parents are current members of SkyLine, and long with their parents, reside full-time in the cooperative’s five-county service area. Applicants must have been accepted to a four- or two- year accredited school and exhibit financial need. Five $1000 scholarships and five $500 scholarships will be awarded this year. The $1000 is renewable for four years and the $500 is renewable for two years. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission to Mrs. Miller is April 15, 2011.

Mount Rogers Area Christmas Tree Growers Association – Accepting applications from 2011 graduates of area high schools for their two $750 scholarships. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for an application. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011.

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-03-24T09:24:00.000-04:00

Any Horse Club member attending the Bull Riding on March 29th needs to turn in permission forms to Mrs. Hash by Monday March 28th.

Congratulations to Lucas Edwards for his tennis singles win yesterday against East Surry.

Wrestling Banquet for K-12, Sunday, March 27, @ 2:00 in the AHS Cafeteria. Bring a covered dish.

Volunteer Opportunity
April 2nd: Wrestling Tournament See Coach Linker
April 8th: Family Fun Night: Sparta School 5:00 pm, Call Resource Center 372-6583 or Partnership for Children 372-2846
April 5th: Pinwheel Garden to Support Healthy Children 3:30 pm. Call Pam at 372-6583.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

FRS Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. – Two high school juniors will be sponsored annually for this program that is held June 4 – 8, 2011. Eligibility requirements include: Be a high school junior in Skyline’s five-county service area, have at least a 3.25 grade-point average, exhibit demonstrated leadership in campus organizations, exhibit demonstrated leadership through volunteer activities, submit an essay of 500 words on one of three selected topics (listed on application), write a brief letter stating why you would like to attend and your future plans beyond high school, and provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher or school official. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission of application is April 4, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

N.C. Cooperative Leadership Conference, White Lake, NC – This is a five-day program that focuses on leadership, how cooperatives operate and traditional camp activities that is held June 20-24, 2011. Up to 10 rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors will be sponsored. Eligibility requirements include: Be single and a rising junior or senior (must be 15 years old at time of camp) at a public high school in Skyline’s service area, be able to attend the entire leadership conference, be willing to utilize training following participation in the leadership conference, have leadership potential, and previous conference attendees may not reapply for this program in any subsequent year. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Add to junior opportunities:

North Carolina Community Development Initiative Summer Youth Community Economic Development Leadership Internship Program – If you are a rising high school senior and wish to apply to our eight-week, paid internship program, please visit our website at www.ncinitiative.org and in the Special Projects section on the Internship page you will find the online application link or simply fill out and mail in a hard copy. The postmark deadline for the completed application and accompanying materials is April 4, 2011. If interested, see Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

Additional scholarship opportunities for seniors:

Scholarships are open to students enrolled or planning to attend full time programs at an accredited college or university or an ASE/NATEF certified post secondary vocational program in mechanical, collision, heavy duty, or alternate fuel programs. Students apply online at www.automotivescholarships.com. They must complete the application including a short essay on their career goals. They must submit their high school transcript, and if they are already in a post secondary program, that transcript, too. They must also submit at least one letter of reference. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011.

Frank James – SkyLine Scholarship – Applicants must be graduating high school seniors whose parents are current members of SkyLine, and long with their parents, reside full-time in the cooperative’s five-county service area. Applicants must have been accepted to a four- or two- year accredited school and exhibit financial need. Five $1000 scholarships and five $500 scholarships will be awarded this year. The $1000 is renewable for four years and the $500 is renewable for two years. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission to Mrs. Miller is April 15, 2011.

Mount Rogers Area Christmas Tree Growers Association – Accepting applications from 2011 graduates of area high schools for their two $750 scholarships. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for an application. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011.

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-03-23T13:12:00.001-04:00

Any Horse Club member attending the Bull Riding on March 29th needs to turn in permission forms to Mrs. Hash by Monday March 28th.

Drama Club Members Please stop by to see Mrs. Ward Mr. Vogler or Mrs. Clark today.

Congratulations to Cody Hamm and Lucas Edwards for their tennis doubles win against East Wilkes yesterday, and Garrison Wagoner and Brad Wishon for their exhibition doubles win.

Dream Team Members will be going to speak at Piney Creek School on Thursday. Presenters for the 3rd, 4th and 5th graders need to be to the bus by 7:45 in the morning. Presenters to the 6th, 7th and 8th graders the bus will leave at 12:00.

Volunteer Opportunity
April 2nd: Wrestling Tournament See Coach Linker
April 8th: Family Fun Night: Sparta School 5:00 pm, Call Resource Center 372-6583 or Partnership for Children 372-2846
April 5th: Pinwheel Garden to Support Healthy Children 3:30 pm. Call Pam at 372-6583.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

FRS Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. – Two high school juniors will be sponsored annually for this program that is held June 4 – 8, 2011. Eligibility requirements include: Be a high school junior in Skyline’s five-county service area, have at least a 3.25 grade-point average, exhibit demonstrated leadership in campus organizations, exhibit demonstrated leadership through volunteer activities, submit an essay of 500 words on one of three selected topics (listed on application), write a brief letter stating why you would like to attend and your future plans beyond high school, and provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher or school official. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission of application is April 4, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

N.C. Cooperative Leadership Conference, White Lake, NC – This is a five-day program that focuses on leadership, how cooperatives operate and traditional camp activities that is held June 20-24, 2011. Up to 10 rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors will be sponsored. Eligibility requirements include: Be single and a rising junior or senior (must be 15 years old at time of camp) at a public high school in Skyline’s service area, be able to attend the entire leadership conference, be willing to utilize training following participation in the leadership conference, have leadership potential, and previous conference attendees may not reapply for this program in any subsequent year. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Add to junior opportunities:

North Carolina Community Development Initiative Summer Youth Community Economic Development Leadership Internship Program – If you are a rising high school senior and wish to apply to our eight-week, paid internship program, please visit our website at www.ncinitiative.org and in the Special Projects section on the Internship page you will find the online application link or simply fill out and mail in a hard copy. The postmark deadline for the completed application and accompanying materials is April 4, 2011. If interested, see Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

Additional scholarship opportunities for seniors:

Scholarships are open to students enrolled or planning to attend full time programs at an accredited college or university or an ASE/NATEF certified post secondary vocational program in mechanical, collision, heavy duty, or alternate fuel programs. Students apply online at www.automotivescholarships.com. They must complete the application including a short essay on their career goals. They must submit their high school transcript, and if they are already in a post secondary program, that transcript, too. They must also submit at least one letter of reference. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011.

Frank James – SkyLine Scholarship – Applicants must be graduating high school seniors whose parents are current members of SkyLine, and long with their parents, reside full-time in the cooperative’s five-county service area. Applicants must have been accepted to a four- or two- year accredited school and exhibit financial need. Five $1000 scholarships and five $500 scholarships will be awarded this year. The $1000 is renewable for four years and the $500 is renewable for two years. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission to Mrs. Miller is April 15, 2011.

Mount Rogers Area Christmas Tree Growers Association – Accepting applications from 2011 graduates of area high schools for their two $750 scholarships. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for an application. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011.

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-03-22T10:43:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to Lucas Edwards and Andrew Whitehead for their single wins against Starmount yesterday in tennis.

Any Horse Club member attending the Bull Riding on March 29th needs ti turn in permission forms to Mrs. Hash by Monday March 28th.

Dream Team Members will be going to speak at Piney Creek School on Thursday. Presenters for the 3rd, 4th and 5th graders need to be to the bus by 7:45 in the morning. Presenters to the 6th, 7th and 8th graders the bus will leave at 12:00.

Volunteer Opportunity
April 2nd: Wrestling Tournament See Coach Linker
April 8th: Family Fun Night: Sparta School 5:00 pm, Call Resource Center 372-6583 or Partnership for Children 372-2846
April 5th: Pinwheel Garden to Support Healthy Children 3:30 pm. Call Pam at 372-6583.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

FRS Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. – Two high school juniors will be sponsored annually for this program that is held June 4 – 8, 2011. Eligibility requirements include: Be a high school junior in Skyline’s five-county service area, have at least a 3.25 grade-point average, exhibit demonstrated leadership in campus organizations, exhibit demonstrated leadership through volunteer activities, submit an essay of 500 words on one of three selected topics (listed on application), write a brief letter stating why you would like to attend and your future plans beyond high school, and provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher or school official. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission of application is April 4, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

N.C. Cooperative Leadership Conference, White Lake, NC – This is a five-day program that focuses on leadership, how cooperatives operate and traditional camp activities that is held June 20-24, 2011. Up to 10 rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors will be sponsored. Eligibility requirements include: Be single and a rising junior or senior (must be 15 years old at time of camp) at a public high school in Skyline’s service area, be able to attend the entire leadership conference, be willing to utilize training following participation in the leadership conference, have leadership potential, and previous conference attendees may not reapply for this program in any subsequent year. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011 to Mrs. Miller.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Add to junior opportunities:

North Carolina Community Development Initiative Summer Youth Community Economic Development Leadership Internship Program – If you are a rising high school senior and wish to apply to our eight-week, paid internship program, please visit our website at www.ncinitiative.org and in the Special Projects section on the Internship page you will find the online application link or simply fill out and mail in a hard copy. The postmark deadline for the completed application and accompanying materials is April 4, 2011. If interested, see Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

Additional scholarship opportunities for seniors:

Scholarships are open to students enrolled or planning to attend full time programs at an accredited college or university or an ASE/NATEF certified post secondary vocational program in mechanical, collision, heavy duty, or alternate fuel programs. Students apply online at www.automotivescholarships.com. They must complete the application including a short essay on their career goals. They must submit their high school transcript, and if they are already in a post secondary program, that transcript, too. They must also submit at least one letter of reference. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011.

Frank James – SkyLine Scholarship – Applicants must be graduating high school seniors whose parents are current members of SkyLine, and long with their parents, reside full-time in the cooperative’s five-county service area. Applicants must have been accepted to a four- or two- year accredited school and exhibit financial need. Five $1000 scholarships and five $500 scholarships will be awarded this year. The $1000 is renewable for four years and the $500 is renewable for two years. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline for submission to Mrs. Miller is April 15, 2011.

Mount Rogers Area Christmas Tree Growers Association – Accepting applications from 2011 graduates of area high schools for their two $750 scholarships. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for an application. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011.

NC Strawberry Association Scholarship – This scholarship is open to high school seniors or current college students applying, accepted to, or currently enrolled in a land grant university who are interested in or having declared a major in a program of study directly related to the strawberry industry. The scholarship award for 2011 is $500. The number of scholarships awarded will be based on funds available and applications received. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.org/docs/AboutScholarship2011.htm or contact NCSA at info@ncstrawberry.com.

The Gallery Collection’s 5th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest has officially begun. They are offering students a chance to win $10,000 towards their education plus a $1000 award for their school. Entering the contest is easy. Students must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in their line. Entries accepted March 17, 2011 – January 14, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.

Announcements

2011-03-21T09:32:00.001-04:00

Congratulations to Cody Hamm for the tennis singles win over Forbush and Garrison Wagoner and Brad Wishon for their exhibitition win.

Dream Team Members will be going to speak at Piney Creek School on Thursday. Presenters for the 3rd, 4th and 5th graders need to be to the bus by 7:45 in the morning. Presenters to the 6th, 7th and 8th graders the bus will leave at 12:00.

Volunteer Opportunity
April 2nd: Wrestling Tournament See Coach Linker
April 8th: Family Fun Night: Sparta School 5:00 pm, Call Resource Center 372-6583 or Partnership for Children 372-2846
April 5th: Pinwheel Garden to Support Healthy Children 3:30 pm. Call Pam at 372-6583.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

Cheerleading Try-outs begins today at 3:30 in the new gym.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Announcements

2011-03-17T10:53:00.002-04:00

There will be a Parent Volleyball Meeting, tonight at 6:00 in the AHS cafeteria for all girls in grades 8-11 that are interested in playing Volleyball next year.

All Envirothon team members please turn in your permission forms to Mr. Cole today.

Thurs far, the Beta Club has raised $78 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Please try to get your 2 shamrock's sold and turned in by today! Let's try to get at least $100.00

Volunteer Opportunity
April 2nd: Wrestling Tournament See Coach Linker
April 8th: Family Fun Night: Sparta School 5:00 pm, Call Resource Center 372-6583 or Partnership for Children 372-2846
April 5th: Pinwheel Garden to Support Healthy Children 3:30 pm. Call Pam at 372-6583.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

Congratulations to the following for their tennis wins over North Wilkes yesterday. Singles: Andrew Whitehead, Doubles: Cody Hamm and Lucas Edwards, Exhibition: Garrison Wagoner and Brad Wishon

Cheerleading Try-outs start Monday.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Announcements

2011-03-15T13:01:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to the JV girls softball team for their 7-1 victory over Wilkes Central last night.

There will be a Parent Volleyball Meeting, Thursday, March 17th at 6:00 in the AHS cafeteria, for all girls in grades 8-11 that are interested in playing Volleyball next year. Please pick up a paper in the office.

A reminder that NTHS membership applications are due today to Mrs. Weeks.

Drivers Ed Classes will begin today at 3:15 in the Cyber Classroom. Any students who are 141/2 may take part in these classes.

Volunteer Opportunity
April 2nd: Wrestling Tournament See Coach Linker
April 8th: Family Fun Night: Sparta School 5:00 pm, Call Resource Center 372-6583 or Partnership for Children 372-2846
April 5th: Pinwheel Garden to Support Healthy Children 3:30 pm. Call Pam at 372-6583.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

Cheerleading applications are due today. Try-outs start March 21st applications are available in Mrs. Duncan's office.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention seniors:

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Announcements

2011-03-14T10:20:00.001-04:00

There will be a Parent Volleyball Meeting, Thursday, March 17th at 6:00 in the AHS cafeteria, for all girls in grades 8-11 that are interested in playing Volleyball next year. Please pick up a paper in the office.

A reminder that NTHS membership applications are due by March 15th to Mrs. Weeks.

Drivers Ed Classes will begin March 15th at 3:15 in the Cyber Classroom. Any students who are 141/2 may take part in these classes.

Volunteer Opportunity
April 2nd: Wrestling Tournament See Coach Linker
April 8th: Family Fun Night: Sparta School 5:00 pm, Call Resource Center 372-6583 or Partnership for Children 372-2846
April 5th: Pinwheel Garden to Support Healthy Children 3:30 pm. Call Pam at 372-6583.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

Cheerleading applications are due today. Try-outs start March 21st applications are available in Mrs. Duncan's office.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program will award a graduating senior at each traditional public high school and two charter high schools in North Carolina a four-year college scholarship. All graduating seniors meeting the stated criteria will be eligible for consideration. This is a $10,000 (payable @ $1,250 per semester) to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. Every graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5 will be considered for the scholarship. There is no formal application process. If you have been accepted to one of the 16 universities and meet the GPA criteria, see Mrs. Miller in guidance to be added to the list of candidates for review.

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program is also offering a $5,000 Community College Scholarship. See the financial aid office at the Community College you have been accepted to for more information.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

North Carolina State University is holding an engineering Open House on Saturday, March 19, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. All high school students and their families are invited to come and learn more about their Engineering and Computer Science programs. Go online at www.engr.ncsu.edu and click on “Engineering Open House” under “Featured Events” for more information, driving directions and maps.

Summer opportunity available for three weeks this summer for students interested in art. The Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists at Sweet Briar College is a co-ed summer arts program for high school students interested in theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. All participants will receive an iPad, which they will keep after the program. They will also receive two hours of college credit for successfully completing the program. If you attend the Institute and later enroll at Sweet Briar, you will receive a $2,000 tuition scholarship. For more information, visit their website at sbc.edu/blur.

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour. This opportunity is open to high school juniors whose parents are active members in good standing where their local address is their primary residence. One winner will be selected from each of the counties listed: Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany. This is an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the week of June 11-17, 2011. Deadline for submission of application is March 15, 2011. Applications are available in guidance. For more information go to www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. Winners will also be eligible to compete for three college scholarships totaling $6,500 available only to 2011 North Carolina Youth Tour winners.

Appalachian State University is pleased to announce their SAT Preparation Program at their campus on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, April 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, and 16, 2011. Register online at www.camps.appstate.edu.

Announcements

2011-03-10T14:45:00.000-05:00

There will be a Parent Volleyball Meeting, Thursday, March 17th at 6:00 in the AHS cafeteria, for all girls in grades 8-11 that are interested in playing Volleyball next year. Please pick up a paper in the office.

Drivers Ed Classes will begin March 15th at 3:15 in the Cyber Classroom. Any students who are 141/2 may take part in these classes.

Seniors: Scholarship are due Friday!!!!!!!!!!!

Shamrock money for the MDS is due in ASAP.

Friday Beta Club Members wear your Beta Club t-shirt and pin.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

Cheerleading applications are due March 14th!! Try-outs start March 21st applications are available in Mrs. Duncan's office.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.
Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program will award a graduating senior at each traditional public high school and two charter high schools in North Carolina a four-year college scholarship. All graduating seniors meeting the stated criteria will be eligible for consideration. This is a $10,000 (payable @ $1,250 per semester) to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. Every graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5 will be considered for the scholarship. There is no formal application process. If you have been accepted to one of the 16 universities and meet the GPA criteria, see Mrs. Miller in guidance to be added to the list of candidates for review.

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program is also offering a $5,000 Community College Scholarship. See the financial aid office at the Community College you have been accepted to for more information.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

North Carolina State University is holding an engineering Open House on Saturday, March 19, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. All high school students and their families are invited to come and learn more about their Engineering and Computer Science programs. Go online at www.engr.ncsu.edu and click on “Engineering Open House” under “Featured Events” for more information, driving directions and maps.

Summer opportunity available for three weeks this summer for students interested in art. The Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists at Sweet Briar College is a co-ed summer arts program for high school students interested in theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. All participants will receive an iPad, which they will keep after the program. They will also receive two hours of college credit for successfully completing the program. If you attend the Institute and later enroll at Sweet Briar, you will receive a $2,000 tuition scholarship. For more information, visit their website at sbc.edu/blur.

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour. This opportunity is open to high school juniors whose parents are active members in good standing where their local address is their primary residence. One winner will be selected from each of the counties listed: Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany. This is an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the week of June 11-17, 2011. Deadline for submission of application is March 15, 2011. Applications are available in guidance. For more information go to www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. Winners will also be eligible to compete for three college scholarships totaling $6,500 available only to 2011 North Carolina Youth Tour winners.

Appalachian State University is pleased to announce their SAT Preparation Program at their campus on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, April 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, and 16, 2011. Register online at www.camps.appstate.edu.

Announcements

2011-03-09T08:52:00.001-05:00

Drivers Ed Classes will begin March 15th at 3:15 in the Cyber Classroom. Any students who are 141/2 may take part in these classes.

Seniors: Scholarship applications are due Friday!!!!!!!!!!!

Shamrock money for the MDS is due in ASAP.

T-shirt signing and Beta Club breakfast will be Thursday. (Beta Club Members only). If you do not want a biscuit see Mrs. Hash TODAY)!
Friday Beta Club Members wear your Beta Club t-shirt and pin.

Congratulations to the AG. Mechanics team for taking 1st and 2nd place in the Foothills Federation AG Mechanics contest yesterday. Our top 4 placers: Josh Shepherd, Dylan Atwood, Chase Wood, and Brad Wishon will advance to the Regional. These were also the top 4 scorers in the earlier contest with Josh Shepherd scoring 94 out of 95 points.

Congrations to Cody Hamm for his singles win yesterday against Ashe County and Andrew Whitehead for his exhibition win.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

Cheerleading applications are due March 14th!! Try-outs start March 21st applications are available in Mrs. Duncan's office.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program will award a graduating senior at each traditional public high school and two charter high schools in North Carolina a four-year college scholarship. All graduating seniors meeting the stated criteria will be eligible for consideration. This is a $10,000 (payable @ $1,250 per semester) to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. Every graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5 will be considered for the scholarship. There is no formal application process. If you have been accepted to one of the 16 universities and meet the GPA criteria, see Mrs. Miller in guidance to be added to the list of candidates for review.

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program is also offering a $5,000 Community College Scholarship. See the financial aid office at the Community College you have been accepted to for more information.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

North Carolina State University is holding an engineering Open House on Saturday, March 19, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. All high school students and their families are invited to come and learn more about their Engineering and Computer Science programs. Go online at www.engr.ncsu.edu and click on “Engineering Open House” under “Featured Events” for more information, driving directions and maps.

Summer opportunity available for three weeks this summer for students interested in art. The Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists at Sweet Briar College is a co-ed summer arts program for high school students interested in theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. All participants will receive an iPad, which they will keep after the program. They will also receive two hours of college credit for successfully completing the program. If you attend the Institute and later enroll at Sweet Briar, you will receive a $2,000 tuition scholarship. For more information, visit their website at sbc.edu/blur.

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour. This opportunity is open to high school juniors whose parents are active members in good standing where their local address is their primary residence. One winner will be selected from each of the counties listed: Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany. This is an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the week of June 11-17, 2011. Deadline for submission of application is March 15, 2011. Applications are available in guidance. For more information go to www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. Winners will also be eligible to compete for three college scholarships totaling $6,500 available only to 2011 North Carolina Youth Tour winners.

Appalachian State University is pleased to announce their SAT Preparation Program at their campus on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, April 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, and 16, 2011. Register online at www.camps.appstate.edu.

Announcements

2011-03-08T10:36:00.000-05:00

The money for the Shamrocks for the MDA needs to be turned in.

Congratulations to Brad Wishon and Garrison Wagoner for their exhibition win yesterday against Wilkes Central.

Dismiss the Softball team today at 2:30.

For anyone who did not get to sign in to donate blood yesterday, there is a blood drive at Piney Creek School today until 6:30p.m.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

Cheerleading applications are due March 14th!! Try-outs start March 21st applications are available in Mrs. Duncan's office.

There will be an Envirothon team meeting on Tuesday from 3 until 4:30 in Mr. Cole's room.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program will award a graduating senior at each traditional public high school and two charter high schools in North Carolina a four-year college scholarship. All graduating seniors meeting the stated criteria will be eligible for consideration. This is a $10,000 (payable @ $1,250 per semester) to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. Every graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5 will be considered for the scholarship. There is no formal application process. If you have been accepted to one of the 16 universities and meet the GPA criteria, see Mrs. Miller in guidance to be added to the list of candidates for review.

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program is also offering a $5,000 Community College Scholarship. See the financial aid office at the Community College you have been accepted to for more information.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

North Carolina State University is holding an engineering Open House on Saturday, March 19, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. All high school students and their families are invited to come and learn more about their Engineering and Computer Science programs. Go online at www.engr.ncsu.edu and click on “Engineering Open House” under “Featured Events” for more information, driving directions and maps.

Summer opportunity available for three weeks this summer for students interested in art. The Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists at Sweet Briar College is a co-ed summer arts program for high school students interested in theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. All participants will receive an iPad, which they will keep after the program. They will also receive two hours of college credit for successfully completing the program. If you attend the Institute and later enroll at Sweet Briar, you will receive a $2,000 tuition scholarship. For more information, visit their website at sbc.edu/blur.

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour. This opportunity is open to high school juniors whose parents are active members in good standing where their local address is their primary residence. One winner will be selected from each of the counties listed: Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany. This is an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the week of June 11-17, 2011. Deadline for submission of application is March 15, 2011. Applications are available in guidance. For more information go to www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. Winners will also be eligible to compete for three college scholarships totaling $6,500 available only to 2011 North Carolina Youth Tour winners.

Appalachian State University is pleased to announce their SAT Preparation Program at their campus on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, April 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, and 16, 2011. Register online at www.camps.appstate.edu.

Announcements

2011-03-07T14:53:00.000-05:00

The money for the Shamrocks for the MDA needs to be turned in.

There will be a prom committee meeting in Mrs. Rudy's room after school today.

This week is National Beta Club week. All Beta Club members should participate each day.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

National Beta Club is this week. Tomorrow will be college attire day. Wednesday dress in your most creative outfit. The outfit could be a career choice, TV character, Book Character hobby choice etc. Thursday t-shirt signing and Beta Breakfast. Only Beta can attend. Friday Beta members are asked to wear their Beta Club t-shirt and pin.

Cheerleading tryouts (JV and Varsity) will be held March 21-24. Students interested in cheering next school year need to pick up applications from Mrs. Duncan or Ms. Nickels and have the forms returned by March 14th.

There will be an Envirothon team meeting on Tuesday from 3 until 4:30 in Mr. Cole's room.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program will award a graduating senior at each traditional public high school and two charter high schools in North Carolina a four-year college scholarship. All graduating seniors meeting the stated criteria will be eligible for consideration. This is a $10,000 (payable @ $1,250 per semester) to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. Every graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5 will be considered for the scholarship. There is no formal application process. If you have been accepted to one of the 16 universities and meet the GPA criteria, see Mrs. Miller in guidance to be added to the list of candidates for review.

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program is also offering a $5,000 Community College Scholarship. See the financial aid office at the Community College you have been accepted to for more information.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

North Carolina State University is holding an engineering Open House on Saturday, March 19, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. All high school students and their families are invited to come and learn more about their Engineering and Computer Science programs. Go online at www.engr.ncsu.edu and click on “Engineering Open House” under “Featured Events” for more information, driving directions and maps.

Summer opportunity available for three weeks this summer for students interested in art. The Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists at Sweet Briar College is a co-ed summer arts program for high school students interested in theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. All participants will receive an iPad, which they will keep after the program. They will also receive two hours of college credit for successfully completing the program. If you attend the Institute and later enroll at Sweet Briar, you will receive a $2,000 tuition scholarship. For more information, visit their website at sbc.edu/blur.

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour. This opportunity is open to high school juniors whose parents are active members in good standing where their local address is their primary residence. One winner will be selected from each of the counties listed: Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany. This is an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the week of June 11-17, 2011. Deadline for submission of application is March 15, 2011. Applications are available in guidance. For more information go to www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. Winners will also be eligible to compete for three college scholarships totaling $6,500 available only to 2011 North Carolina Youth Tour winners.

Appalachian State University is pleased to announce their SAT Preparation Program at their campus on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, April 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, and 16, 2011. Register online at www.camps.appstate.edu.

Announcements

2011-03-04T09:56:00.000-05:00

All beta club members see Mrs. Hash to get a couple of Shamrocks to sell over the weekend.

National Beta Club Week is next week.

Monday March 7th-The president will make an announcement stating the Pledge, Motto, # of Members and the weekly events.

Tuesday, March 8th-College Day: Dress in clothes that represent the college you wish to attend or support. (all students can participate)

Wednesday, March 9th-Creative Dress-up Day: Dress in clothes that represent the career you wish to be or your favorite hobby. If watching TV is your favorite hobby, dress like a TV character. If reading if your favorite hobby, dress like a book character. Be Creative! (All students can participate)

Thursday, March 10th-Beta Breakfast and t-shirt signing day.

Friday, March 11th- Wear your Beta pin or a Beta t-shirt.

Mrs. Hash is looking for Beta Volunteers to help with the Corn hole Tournament this Saturday 9 am-till.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

Cheerleading tryouts (JV and Varsity) will be held March 21-24. Students interested in cheering next school year need to pick up applications from Mrs. Duncan or Ms. Nickles and have the forms returned by March 14th.

There will be an Envirothon team meeting on Tuesday from 3 until 4:30 in Mr. Cole's room.

The Blood Drive will be Monday, March 7. Sign ups Thursday and Friday during both lunches. All those helping with the blood drive need to turn their blue forms in ASAP. Those 17 and older may be eligible to donate. If you're 16, you must have parental consent. See Mrs. Tucker for questions.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program will award a graduating senior at each traditional public high school and two charter high schools in North Carolina a four-year college scholarship. All graduating seniors meeting the stated criteria will be eligible for consideration. This is a $10,000 (payable @ $1,250 per semester) to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. Every graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5 will be considered for the scholarship. There is no formal application process. If you have been accepted to one of the 16 universities and meet the GPA criteria, see Mrs. Miller in guidance to be added to the list of candidates for review.

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program is also offering a $5,000 Community College Scholarship. See the financial aid office at the Community College you have been accepted to for more information.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

North Carolina State University is holding an engineering Open House on Saturday, March 19, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. All high school students and their families are invited to come and learn more about their Engineering and Computer Science programs. Go online at www.engr.ncsu.edu and click on “Engineering Open House” under “Featured Events” for more information, driving directions and maps.

Summer opportunity available for three weeks this summer for students interested in art. The Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists at Sweet Briar College is a co-ed summer arts program for high school students interested in theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. All participants will receive an iPad, which they will keep after the program. They will also receive two hours of college credit for successfully completing the program. If you attend the Institute and later enroll at Sweet Briar, you will receive a $2,000 tuition scholarship. For more information, visit their website at sbc.edu/blur.

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour. This opportunity is open to high school juniors whose parents are active members in good standing where their local address is their primary residence. One winner will be selected from each of the counties listed: Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany. This is an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the week of June 11-17, 2011. Deadline for submission of application is March 15, 2011. Applications are available in guidance. For more information go to www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. Winners will also be eligible to compete for three college scholarships totaling $6,500 available only to 2011 North Carolina Youth Tour winners.

Appalachian State University is pleased to announce their SAT Preparation Program at their campus on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, April 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, and 16, 2011. Register online at www.camps.appstate.edu.

Announcements

2011-03-03T09:46:00.001-05:00

Mrs. Hash is looking for Beta Volunteers to help with the Corn hole Tournament this Saturday 9 am-till.

Next week is National Beta Club week. All Beta Club members should participate each day. More information will be provided Monday!

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

Cheerleading tryouts (JV and Varsity) will be held March 21-24. Students interested in cheering next school year need to pick up applications from Mrs. Duncan or Ms. Nickles and have the forms returned by March 14th.

The Blood Drive will be Monday, March 7. Sign ups Thursday and Friday during both lunches. All those helping with the blood drive need to turn their blue forms in ASAP. Those 17 and older may be eligible to donate. If you're 16, you must have parental consent. See Mrs. Tucker for questions.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program will award a graduating senior at each traditional public high school and two charter high schools in North Carolina a four-year college scholarship. All graduating seniors meeting the stated criteria will be eligible for consideration. This is a $10,000 (payable @ $1,250 per semester) to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. Every graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5 will be considered for the scholarship. There is no formal application process. If you have been accepted to one of the 16 universities and meet the GPA criteria, see Mrs. Miller in guidance to be added to the list of candidates for review.

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program is also offering a $5,000 Community College Scholarship. See the financial aid office at the Community College you have been accepted to for more information.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

North Carolina State University is holding an engineering Open House on Saturday, March 19, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. All high school students and their families are invited to come and learn more about their Engineering and Computer Science programs. Go online at www.engr.ncsu.edu and click on “Engineering Open House” under “Featured Events” for more information, driving directions and maps.

Summer opportunity available for three weeks this summer for students interested in art. The Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists at Sweet Briar College is a co-ed summer arts program for high school students interested in theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. All participants will receive an iPad, which they will keep after the program. They will also receive two hours of college credit for successfully completing the program. If you attend the Institute and later enroll at Sweet Briar, you will receive a $2,000 tuition scholarship. For more information, visit their website at sbc.edu/blur.

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour. This opportunity is open to high school juniors whose parents are active members in good standing where their local address is their primary residence. One winner will be selected from each of the counties listed: Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany. This is an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the week of June 11-17, 2011. Deadline for submission of application is March 15, 2011. Applications are available in guidance. For more information go to www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. Winners will also be eligible to compete for three college scholarships totaling $6,500 available only to 2011 North Carolina Youth Tour winners.

Appalachian State University is pleased to announce their SAT Preparation Program at their campus on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, April 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, and 16, 2011. Register online at www.camps.appstate.edu.

Announcements

2011-03-02T10:40:00.001-05:00

There will be a mandatory Student Council meeting today after school in Mrs. Vestal's room

There will be a prom committee meeting today after school in Mrs. Marion's room.

Next week is National Beta Club week. All Beta Club members should participate each day. More information will be provided Monday!

Cong. to Andrew Whitehead and Miguel Flores for their exhibition wins in tennis yesterday against Elkin.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

JV Cheerleaders turn in your uniforms and Pom Poms to Ms. Nickles today.

Cheerleading tryouts (JV and Varsity) will be held March 21-24. Students interested in cheering next school year need to pick up applications from Mrs. Duncan or Ms. Nickles and have the forms returned by March 14th.

The Blood Drive will be Monday, March 7. Sign ups Thursday and Friday during both lunches. All those helping with the blood drive need to turn their blue forms in ASAP. Those 17 and older may be eligible to donate. If you're 16, you must have parental consent. See Mrs. Tucker for questions.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program will award a graduating senior at each traditional public high school and two charter high schools in North Carolina a four-year college scholarship. All graduating seniors meeting the stated criteria will be eligible for consideration. This is a $10,000 (payable @ $1,250 per semester) to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. Every graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5 will be considered for the scholarship. There is no formal application process. If you have been accepted to one of the 16 universities and meet the GPA criteria, see Mrs. Miller in guidance to be added to the list of candidates for review.

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program is also offering a $5,000 Community College Scholarship. See the financial aid office at the Community College you have been accepted to for more information.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

North Carolina State University is holding an engineering Open House on Saturday, March 19, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. All high school students and their families are invited to come and learn more about their Engineering and Computer Science programs. Go online at www.engr.ncsu.edu and click on “Engineering Open House” under “Featured Events” for more information, driving directions and maps.

Summer opportunity available for three weeks this summer for students interested in art. The Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists at Sweet Briar College is a co-ed summer arts program for high school students interested in theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. All participants will receive an iPad, which they will keep after the program. They will also receive two hours of college credit for successfully completing the program. If you attend the Institute and later enroll at Sweet Briar, you will receive a $2,000 tuition scholarship. For more information, visit their website at sbc.edu/blur.

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour. This opportunity is open to high school juniors whose parents are active members in good standing where their local address is their primary residence. One winner will be selected from each of the counties listed: Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany. This is an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the week of June 11-17, 2011. Deadline for submission of application is March 15, 2011. Applications are available in guidance. For more information go to www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. Winners will also be eligible to compete for three college scholarships totaling $6,500 available only to 2011 North Carolina Youth Tour winners.

Appalachian State University is pleased to announce their SAT Preparation Program at their campus on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, April 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, and 16, 2011. Register online at www.camps.appstate.edu.

Announcements

2011-03-01T08:17:00.001-05:00

There will be a mandatory Student Council meeting Wednesday after school in Mrs. Vestal's room.

There will be a prom committee meeting on Wednesday after school in Mrs. Marion's room.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

JV Cheerleaders turn in your uniforms and Pom Poms to Ms. Nickles by Wednesday March 2.

Cheerleading tryouts (JV and Varsity) will be held March 21-24. Students interested in cheering next school year need to pick up applications from Mrs. Duncan or Ms. Nickles and have the forms returned by March 16th.

There will be an Envirothon team meeting on Tuesday from 3 until 4:30 in Mr. Cole's room.

The Blood Drive will be Monday, March 7. Sign ups Thursday and Friday during both lunches. All those helping with the blood drive need to turn their blue forms in ASAP. Those 17 and older may be eligible to donate. If you're 16, you must have parental consent. See Mrs. Tucker for questions.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $40 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program will award a graduating senior at each traditional public high school and two charter high schools in North Carolina a four-year college scholarship. All graduating seniors meeting the stated criteria will be eligible for consideration. This is a $10,000 (payable @ $1,250 per semester) to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. Every graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5 will be considered for the scholarship. There is no formal application process. If you have been accepted to one of the 16 universities and meet the GPA criteria, see Mrs. Miller in guidance to be added to the list of candidates for review.

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program is also offering a $5,000 Community College Scholarship. See the financial aid office at the Community College you have been accepted to for more information.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

Applications for the Delta Kappa Gamma Recruitment Grant in the amount of $500.00 are now available in the guidance office. Applicants must be female and either currently enrolled in or planning to enroll in a college or university to pursue a degree in education. The scholarship is sponsored by the Ashe/Alleghany Delta Kappa Gamma, an educational society. Deadline is March 1, 2011.

UNCG Guarantee is a program that not only offers an outstanding financial aid package for those who qualify; it is also a support program that provides a variety of opportunities and services to enhance scholars’ academic achievement, leadership skills, and personal success. For more information on how to apply, visit their website at http://guarantee.uncg.edu/. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2011.

The Golden LEAF Scholarship Program will award up to 215 grants, each valued at $12,000 ($3000 per year for up to four years) for the 2011-12 academic year. These scholarships are made possible through a grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation. The scholarship application is available at CFNC.org/goldenleaf. The application deadline is March 1, 2011. The FAFSA must be completed by March 1, 2011 also.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

North Carolina State University is holding an engineering Open House on Saturday, March 19, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. All high school students and their families are invited to come and learn more about their Engineering and Computer Science programs. Go online at www.engr.ncsu.edu and click on “Engineering Open House” under “Featured Events” for more information, driving directions and maps.

Summer opportunity available for three weeks this summer for students interested in art. The Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists at Sweet Briar College is a co-ed summer arts program for high school students interested in theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. All participants will receive an iPad, which they will keep after the program. They will also receive two hours of college credit for successfully completing the program. If you attend the Institute and later enroll at Sweet Briar, you will receive a $2,000 tuition scholarship. For more information, visit their website at sbc.edu/blur.

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour. This opportunity is open to high school juniors whose parents are active members in good standing where their local address is their primary residence. One winner will be selected from each of the counties listed: Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany. This is an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the week of June 11-17, 2011. Deadline for submission of application is March 15, 2011. Applications are available in guidance. For more information go to www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. Winners will also be eligible to compete for three college scholarships totaling $6,500 available only to 2011 North Carolina Youth Tour winners.

Appalachian State University is pleased to announce their SAT Preparation Program at their campus on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, April 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, and 16, 2011. Register online at www.camps.appstate.edu.

High school juniors interested in studying business as a college major are invited to participate in the Martha Guy Summer Institute for Future Business Leaders to be held July 10 – 30 at Appalachian State University. Approximately 24 students from across the state will be selected to participate in the institute. Tuition is $900 and covers housing, meals, transportation and admission fees to sites and events. Scholarship funding is available. Applications must be postmarked by March 1, 2011. For more information, call (877) APP-MGSI or e-mail mgis@appstate.edu.

Announcements

2011-02-28T11:51:00.000-05:00

There will be a Beta Club officers' meeting today during 2nd lunch in Mrs. Hash's room.

There will be a prom committee meeting on Wednesday after school in Mrs. Marion's room.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

The compatibility survey results are back. If you are interested in finding your "soul mate", please purchase your results in either 1st or 2nd lunch.

JV Cheerleaders turn in your uniforms and Pom Poms to Ms. Nickles by next Wednesday March 2.

This is the last week to pay FFA dues. If you don't pay by Friday you will not be able to participate in FFA activities the rest of the year.

Cheerleading tryouts (JV and Varsity) will be held March 21-24. Students interested in cheering next school year need to pick up applications from Mrs. Duncan or Ms. Nickles and have the forms returned by March 16th.

There will be an Envirothon team meeting on Tuesday from 3 until 4:30 in Mr. Cole's room.

The Blood Drive will be Monday, March 7. Sign ups Thursday and Friday during both lunches. All those helping with the blood drive need to turn their blue forms in ASAP. Those 17 and older may be eligible to donate. If you're 16, you must have parental consent. See Mrs. Tucker for questions.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program will award a graduating senior at each traditional public high school and two charter high schools in North Carolina a four-year college scholarship. All graduating seniors meeting the stated criteria will be eligible for consideration. This is a $10,000 (payable @ $1,250 per semester) to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. Every graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5 will be considered for the scholarship. There is no formal application process. If you have been accepted to one of the 16 universities and meet the GPA criteria, see Mrs. Miller in guidance to be added to the list of candidates for review.

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program is also offering a $5,000 Community College Scholarship. See the financial aid office at the Community College you have been accepted to for more information.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

Applications for the Delta Kappa Gamma Recruitment Grant in the amount of $500.00 are now available in the guidance office. Applicants must be female and either currently enrolled in or planning to enroll in a college or university to pursue a degree in education. The scholarship is sponsored by the Ashe/Alleghany Delta Kappa Gamma, an educational society. Deadline is March 1, 2011.

UNCG Guarantee is a program that not only offers an outstanding financial aid package for those who qualify; it is also a support program that provides a variety of opportunities and services to enhance scholars’ academic achievement, leadership skills, and personal success. For more information on how to apply, visit their website at http://guarantee.uncg.edu/. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2011.

The Golden LEAF Scholarship Program will award up to 215 grants, each valued at $12,000 ($3000 per year for up to four years) for the 2011-12 academic year. These scholarships are made possible through a grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation. The scholarship application is available at CFNC.org/goldenleaf. The application deadline is March 1, 2011. The FAFSA must be completed by March 1, 2011 also.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

North Carolina State University is holding an engineering Open House on Saturday, March 19, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. All high school students and their families are invited to come and learn more about their Engineering and Computer Science programs. Go online at www.engr.ncsu.edu and click on “Engineering Open House” under “Featured Events” for more information, driving directions and maps.

Summer opportunity available for three weeks this summer for students interested in art. The Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists at Sweet Briar College is a co-ed summer arts program for high school students interested in theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. All participants will receive an iPad, which they will keep after the program. They will also receive two hours of college credit for successfully completing the program. If you attend the Institute and later enroll at Sweet Briar, you will receive a $2,000 tuition scholarship. For more information, visit their website at sbc.edu/blur.

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour. This opportunity is open to high school juniors whose parents are active members in good standing where their local address is their primary residence. One winner will be selected from each of the counties listed: Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany. This is an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the week of June 11-17, 2011. Deadline for submission of application is March 15, 2011. Applications are available in guidance. For more information go to www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. Winners will also be eligible to compete for three college scholarships totaling $6,500 available only to 2011 North Carolina Youth Tour winners.

Appalachian State University is pleased to announce their SAT Preparation Program at their campus on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, April 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, and 16, 2011. Register online at www.camps.appstate.edu.

High school juniors interested in studying business as a college major are invited to participate in the Martha Guy Summer Institute for Future Business Leaders to be held July 10 – 30 at Appalachian State University. Approximately 24 students from across the state will be selected to participate in the institute. Tuition is $900 and covers housing, meals, transportation and admission fees to sites and events. Scholarship funding is available. Applications must be postmarked by March 1, 2011. For more information, call (877) APP-MGSI or e-mail mgis@appstate.edu.

Announcements

2011-02-25T09:02:00.000-05:00

There will be a Beta Club officers' meeting Monday during 2nd lunch in Mrs. Hash's room.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

The compatibility survey results are back. If you are interested in finding your "soul mate", please purchase your results in either 1st or 2nd lunch.

JV Cheerleaders turn in your uniforms and Pomp Pomps to Ms. Nickles by next Wednesday March 2.

This is the last week to pay FFA dues. If you don't pay by Friday you will not be able to participate in FFA activities the rest of the year.

Unpaid students fees need to be turned in to the office by the end of the month.

Cheerleading tryouts (JV and Varsity) will be held March 21-24. Students interested in cheering next school year need to pick up applications from Mrs. Duncan or Ms. Nickles and have the forms returned by March 16th.

There will be an Envirothon team meeting on Tuesday from 3 until 4:30 in Mr. Cole's room.

The Blood Drive will be Monday, March 7. Sign ups start this week during both lunches. Those 17 and older may be eligible to donate. If you're 16, you must have parental consent. See Mrs. Tucker for questions.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program will award a graduating senior at each traditional public high school and two charter high schools in North Carolina a four-year college scholarship. All graduating seniors meeting the stated criteria will be eligible for consideration. This is a $10,000 (payable @ $1,250 per semester) to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. Every graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5 will be considered for the scholarship. There is no formal application process. If you have been accepted to one of the 16 universities and meet the GPA criteria, see Mrs. Miller in guidance to be added to the list of candidates for review.

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program is also offering a $5,000 Community College Scholarship. See the financial aid office at the Community College you have been accepted to for more information.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

Applications for the Delta Kappa Gamma Recruitment Grant in the amount of $500.00 are now available in the guidance office. Applicants must be female and either currently enrolled in or planning to enroll in a college or university to pursue a degree in education. The scholarship is sponsored by the Ashe/Alleghany Delta Kappa Gamma, an educational society. Deadline is March 1, 2011.

UNCG Guarantee is a program that not only offers an outstanding financial aid package for those who qualify; it is also a support program that provides a variety of opportunities and services to enhance scholars’ academic achievement, leadership skills, and personal success. For more information on how to apply, visit their website at http://guarantee.uncg.edu/. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2011.

The Golden LEAF Scholarship Program will award up to 215 grants, each valued at $12,000 ($3000 per year for up to four years) for the 2011-12 academic year. These scholarships are made possible through a grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation. The scholarship application is available at CFNC.org/goldenleaf. The application deadline is March 1, 2011. The FAFSA must be completed by March 1, 2011 also.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

North Carolina State University is holding an engineering Open House on Saturday, March 19, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. All high school students and their families are invited to come and learn more about their Engineering and Computer Science programs. Go online at www.engr.ncsu.edu and click on “Engineering Open House” under “Featured Events” for more information, driving directions and maps.

Summer opportunity available for three weeks this summer for students interested in art. The Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists at Sweet Briar College is a co-ed summer arts program for high school students interested in theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. All participants will receive an iPad, which they will keep after the program. They will also receive two hours of college credit for successfully completing the program. If you attend the Institute and later enroll at Sweet Briar, you will receive a $2,000 tuition scholarship. For more information, visit their website at sbc.edu/blur.

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour. This opportunity is open to high school juniors whose parents are active members in good standing where their local address is their primary residence. One winner will be selected from each of the counties listed: Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany. This is an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the week of June 11-17, 2011. Deadline for submission of application is March 15, 2011. Applications are available in guidance. For more information go to www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. Winners will also be eligible to compete for three college scholarships totaling $6,500 available only to 2011 North Carolina Youth Tour winners.

Appalachian State University is pleased to announce their SAT Preparation Program at their campus on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, April 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, and 16, 2011. Register online at www.camps.appstate.edu.

High school juniors interested in studying business as a college major are invited to participate in the Martha Guy Summer Institute for Future Business Leaders to be held July 10 – 30 at Appalachian State University. Approximately 24 students from across the state will be selected to participate in the institute. Tuition is $900 and covers housing, meals, transportation and admission fees to sites and events. Scholarship funding is available. Applications must be postmarked by March 1, 2011. For more information, call (877) APP-MGSI or e-mail mgis@appstate.edu.

Announcements

2011-02-24T08:33:00.001-05:00

Any students interested in competing in an Electric/Solar vehicle challenge to please meet in Mr. Tutterow's room briefly after school Thursday.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

JV Cheerleaders turn in your uniforms and Pom Poms to Ms. Nickles by next Wednesday March 2.

This is the last week to pay FFA dues. If you don't pay by Friday, you will not be able to participate in FFA activities the rest of the year.

Unpaid students fees need to be turned in to the office by the end of the month.

Cheerleading tryouts (JV and Varsity) will be held March 21-24. Students interested in cheering next school year need to pick up applications from Mrs. Duncan or Ms. Nickles and have the forms returned by March 16th.

There will be an Envirothon team meeting on Tuesday from 3 until 4:30 in Mr. Cole's room.

The Blood Drive will be Monday, March 7. Sign ups start this week during both lunches. Those 17 and older may be eligible to donate. If you're 16, you must have parental consent. See Mrs. Tucker for questions.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program will award a graduating senior at each traditional public high school and two charter high schools in North Carolina a four-year college scholarship. All graduating seniors meeting the stated criteria will be eligible for consideration. This is a $10,000 (payable @ $1,250 per semester) to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. Every graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5 will be considered for the scholarship. There is no formal application process. If you have been accepted to one of the 16 universities and meet the GPA criteria, see Mrs. Miller in guidance to be added to the list of candidates for review.

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program is also offering a $5,000 Community College Scholarship. See the financial aid office at the Community College you have been accepted to for more information.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

Applications for the Delta Kappa Gamma Recruitment Grant in the amount of $500.00 are now available in the guidance office. Applicants must be female and either currently enrolled in or planning to enroll in a college or university to pursue a degree in education. The scholarship is sponsored by the Ashe/Alleghany Delta Kappa Gamma, an educational society. Deadline is March 1, 2011.

UNCG Guarantee is a program that not only offers an outstanding financial aid package for those who qualify; it is also a support program that provides a variety of opportunities and services to enhance scholars’ academic achievement, leadership skills, and personal success. For more information on how to apply, visit their website at http://guarantee.uncg.edu/. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2011.

The Golden LEAF Scholarship Program will award up to 215 grants, each valued at $12,000 ($3000 per year for up to four years) for the 2011-12 academic year. These scholarships are made possible through a grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation. The scholarship application is available at CFNC.org/goldenleaf. The application deadline is March 1, 2011. The FAFSA must be completed by March 1, 2011 also.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

North Carolina State University is holding an engineering Open House on Saturday, March 19, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. All high school students and their families are invited to come and learn more about their Engineering and Computer Science programs. Go online at www.engr.ncsu.edu and click on “Engineering Open House” under “Featured Events” for more information, driving directions and maps.

Summer opportunity available for three weeks this summer for students interested in art. The Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists at Sweet Briar College is a co-ed summer arts program for high school students interested in theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. All participants will receive an iPad, which they will keep after the program. They will also receive two hours of college credit for successfully completing the program. If you attend the Institute and later enroll at Sweet Briar, you will receive a $2,000 tuition scholarship. For more information, visit their website at sbc.edu/blur.

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour. This opportunity is open to high school juniors whose parents are active members in good standing where their local address is their primary residence. One winner will be selected from each of the counties listed: Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany. This is an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the week of June 11-17, 2011. Deadline for submission of application is March 15, 2011. Applications are available in guidance. For more information go to www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. Winners will also be eligible to compete for three college scholarships totaling $6,500 available only to 2011 North Carolina Youth Tour winners.

Appalachian State University is pleased to announce their SAT Preparation Program at their campus on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, April 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, and 16, 2011. Register online at www.camps.appstate.edu.

High school juniors interested in studying business as a college major are invited to participate in the Martha Guy Summer Institute for Future Business Leaders to be held July 10 – 30 at Appalachian State University. Approximately 24 students from across the state will be selected to participate in the institute. Tuition is $900 and covers housing, meals, transportation and admission fees to sites and events. Scholarship funding is available. Applications must be postmarked by March 1, 2011. For more information, call (877) APP-MGSI or e-mail mgis@appstate.edu.

Announcements

2011-02-23T09:11:00.001-05:00

Any students interested in competing in an Electric/Solar vehicle challenge to please meet in Mr. Tutterow's room briefly after school Thursday.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

JV Cheerleaders turn in your uniforms and Pomp Pomps to Ms. Nickles by next Wednesday March 2.

This is the last week to pay FFA dues. If you don't pay by Friday you will not be able to participate in FFA activities the rest of the year.

SOPHOMORES: Application and nominations for the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) are now available. If interested come by guidance. Deadline for having yourself nominated is today.

Unpaid students fees need to be turned in to the office by the end of the month.

Cheerleading tryouts (JV and Varsity) will be held March 21-24. Students interested in cheering next school year need to pick up applications from Mrs. Duncan or Ms. Nickels and have the forms returned by March 16th.

There will be an Envirothon team meeting on Tuesday from 3 until 4:30 in Mr. Cole's room.
The Blood Drive will be Monday, March 7. Sign ups start this week during both lunches. Those 17 and older may be eligible to donate. If you're 16, you must have parental consent. See Mrs. Tucker for questions.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program will award a graduating senior at each traditional public high school and two charter high schools in North Carolina a four-year college scholarship. All graduating seniors meeting the stated criteria will be eligible for consideration. This is a $10,000 (payable @ $1,250 per semester) to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. Every graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5 will be considered for the scholarship. There is no formal application process. If you have been accepted to one of the 16 universities and meet the GPA criteria, see Mrs. Miller in guidance to be added to the list of candidates for review.

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program is also offering a $5,000 Community College Scholarship. See the financial aid office at the Community College you have been accepted to for more information.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

Applications for the Delta Kappa Gamma Recruitment Grant in the amount of $500.00 are now available in the guidance office. Applicants must be female and either currently enrolled in or planning to enroll in a college or university to pursue a degree in education. The scholarship is sponsored by the Ashe/Alleghany Delta Kappa Gamma, an educational society. Deadline is March 1, 2011.

UNCG Guarantee is a program that not only offers an outstanding financial aid package for those who qualify; it is also a support program that provides a variety of opportunities and services to enhance scholars’ academic achievement, leadership skills, and personal success. For more information on how to apply, visit their website at http://guarantee.uncg.edu/. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2011.

The Golden LEAF Scholarship Program will award up to 215 grants, each valued at $12,000 ($3000 per year for up to four years) for the 2011-12 academic year. These scholarships are made possible through a grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation. The scholarship application is available at CFNC.org/goldenleaf. The application deadline is March 1, 2011. The FAFSA must be completed by March 1, 2011 also.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

North Carolina State University is holding an engineering Open House on Saturday, March 19, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. All high school students and their families are invited to come and learn more about their Engineering and Computer Science programs. Go online at www.engr.ncsu.edu and click on “Engineering Open House” under “Featured Events” for more information, driving directions and maps.

Summer opportunity available for three weeks this summer for students interested in art. The Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists at Sweet Briar College is a co-ed summer arts program for high school students interested in theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. All participants will receive an iPad, which they will keep after the program. They will also receive two hours of college credit for successfully completing the program. If you attend the Institute and later enroll at Sweet Briar, you will receive a $2,000 tuition scholarship. For more information, visit their website at sbc.edu/blur.

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour. This opportunity is open to high school juniors whose parents are active members in good standing where their local address is their primary residence. One winner will be selected from each of the counties listed: Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany. This is an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the week of June 11-17, 2011. Deadline for submission of application is March 15, 2011. Applications are available in guidance. For more information go to www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. Winners will also be eligible to compete for three college scholarships totaling $6,500 available only to 2011 North Carolina Youth Tour winners.

Appalachian State University is pleased to announce their SAT Preparation Program at their campus on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, April 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, and 16, 2011. Register online at www.camps.appstate.edu.

High school juniors interested in studying business as a college major are invited to participate in the Martha Guy Summer Institute for Future Business Leaders to be held July 10 – 30 at Appalachian State University. Approximately 24 students from across the state will be selected to participate in the institute. Tuition is $900 and covers housing, meals, transportation and admission fees to sites and events. Scholarship funding is available. Applications must be postmarked by March 1, 2011. For more information, call (877) APP-MGSI or e-mail mgis@appstate.edu.

Announcements

2011-02-22T10:46:00.001-05:00

All New Century Scholars and all GEAR UP Club Members need to go to Mrs. Halls’ room today during your lunch period for a lunch /meeting.

Senior Student Council members meet in the library tomorrow after school.

Congrats to boys Varsity Basketball team for their 70-66 victory over E. Surry in the 1st round of the State playoffs.

Dismiss the Varsity Baseball players at 2:00.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

This is the last week to pay FFA dues. If you don't pay by Friday you will not be able to participate in FFA activities the rest of the year.

SOPHOMORES: Application and nominations for the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) are now available. If interested come by guidance. Deadline for having yourself nominated is Wednesday.

Unpaid students fees need to be turned in to the office by the end of the month.

Cheerleading tryouts (JV and Varsity) will be held March 21-24. Students interested in cheering next school year need to pick up applications from Mrs. Duncan or Ms. Nickels and have the forms returned by March 16th.

There will be an Envirothon team meeting on Tuesday from 3 until 4:30 in Mr. Cole's room.
The Blood Drive will be Monday, March 7. Sign ups start this week during both lunches. Those 17 and older may be eligible to donate. If you're 16, you must have parental consent. See Mrs. Tucker for questions.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program will award a graduating senior at each traditional public high school and two charter high schools in North Carolina a four-year college scholarship. All graduating seniors meeting the stated criteria will be eligible for consideration. This is a $10,000 (payable @ $1,250 per semester) to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. Every graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5 will be considered for the scholarship. There is no formal application process. If you have been accepted to one of the 16 universities and meet the GPA criteria, see Mrs. Miller in guidance to be added to the list of candidates for review.

The SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship Program is also offering a $5,000 Community College Scholarship. See the financial aid office at the Community College you have been accepted to for more information.

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established October 2001 by the family of the late Janice Marie Scott. She was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon during the attacks by terrorists on the morning of September 11, 2001. Six $2500 scholarships will be awarded on a one-time basis. Deadline for submission of applications is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller in guidance for more information.

You may qualify for the Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship or the North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

Applications for the Delta Kappa Gamma Recruitment Grant in the amount of $500.00 are now available in the guidance office. Applicants must be female and either currently enrolled in or planning to enroll in a college or university to pursue a degree in education. The scholarship is sponsored by the Ashe/Alleghany Delta Kappa Gamma, an educational society. Deadline is March 1, 2011.

UNCG Guarantee is a program that not only offers an outstanding financial aid package for those who qualify; it is also a support program that provides a variety of opportunities and services to enhance scholars’ academic achievement, leadership skills, and personal success. For more information on how to apply, visit their website at http://guarantee.uncg.edu/. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2011.

The Golden LEAF Scholarship Program will award up to 215 grants, each valued at $12,000 ($3000 per year for up to four years) for the 2011-12 academic year. These scholarships are made possible through a grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation. The scholarship application is available at CFNC.org/goldenleaf. The application deadline is March 1, 2011. The FAFSA must be completed by March 1, 2011 also.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

North Carolina State University is holding an engineering Open House on Saturday, March 19, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. All high school students and their families are invited to come and learn more about their Engineering and Computer Science programs. Go online at www.engr.ncsu.edu and click on “Engineering Open House” under “Featured Events” for more information, driving directions and maps.

Summer opportunity available for three weeks this summer for students interested in art. The Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists at Sweet Briar College is a co-ed summer arts program for high school students interested in theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. All participants will receive an iPad, which they will keep after the program. They will also receive two hours of college credit for successfully completing the program. If you attend the Institute and later enroll at Sweet Briar, you will receive a $2,000 tuition scholarship. For more information, visit their website at sbc.edu/blur.

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour. This opportunity is open to high school juniors whose parents are active members in good standing where their local address is their primary residence. One winner will be selected from each of the counties listed: Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany. This is an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the week of June 11-17, 2011. Deadline for submission of application is March 15, 2011. Applications are available in guidance. For more information go to www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. Winners will also be eligible to compete for three college scholarships totaling $6,500 available only to 2011 North Carolina Youth Tour winners.

Appalachian State University is pleased to announce their SAT Preparation Program at their campus on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, April 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, and 16, 2011. Register online at www.camps.appstate.edu.

High school juniors interested in studying business as a college major are invited to participate in the Martha Guy Summer Institute for Future Business Leaders to be held July 10 – 30 at Appalachian State University. Approximately 24 students from across the state will be selected to participate in the institute. Tuition is $900 and covers housing, meals, transportation and admission fees to sites and events. Scholarship funding is available. Applications must be postmarked by March 1, 2011. For more information, call (877) APP-MGSI or e-mail mgis@appstate.edu.

Announcements

2011-02-21T08:18:00.001-05:00

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

This is the last week to pay FFA dues. If you don't pay by Friday you will not be able to participate in FFA activities the rest of the year.

SOPHOMORES: Application and nominations for the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) are now available. If interested come by guidance. Deadline for having yourself nominated is Wednesday.

Cheerleading tryouts (JV and Varsity) will be held March 21-24. Students interested in cheering next school year need to pick up applications from Mrs. Duncan or Ms. Nickles and have the forms returned by March 16th.

There will be an Envirothon team meeting on Tuesday from 3 until 4:30 in Mr. Cole's room.

The Blood Drive will be Monday, March 7 & 8. Sign ups start this week during both lunches. Those 17 and older may be eligible to donate. If you're 16, you must have parental consent. See Mrs. Tucker for questions.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

The Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship program is designed to recognize exceptional high school seniors who show promise of continued excellence in postsecondary education. Minimum GPA and SAT requirements are: GPA of 3.5 on an unweighted scale and SAT combined total of at least 1875. Applications may be obtained at http://www.ncpublicschools.org/recruitment/scholarships/byrd/. Deadline for application submission to guidance is February 21, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more details.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

Applications for the Delta Kappa Gamma Recruitment Grant in the amount of $500.00 are now available in the guidance office. Applicants must be female and either currently enrolled in or planning to enroll in a college or university to pursue a degree in education. The scholarship is sponsored by the Ashe/Alleghany Delta Kappa Gamma, an educational society. Deadline is March 1, 2011.

UNCG Guarantee is a program that not only offers an outstanding financial aid package for those who qualify; it is also a support program that provides a variety of opportunities and services to enhance scholars’ academic achievement, leadership skills, and personal success. For more information on how to apply, visit their website at http://guarantee.uncg.edu/. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2011.

The Golden LEAF Scholarship Program will award up to 215 grants, each valued at $12,000 ($3000 per year for up to four years) for the 2011-12 academic year. These scholarships are made possible through a grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation. The scholarship application is available at CFNC.org/goldenleaf. The application deadline is March 1, 2011. The FAFSA must be completed by March 1, 2011 also.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Announcements

2011-02-18T08:44:00.000-05:00

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

SOPHMORES: Application and nominations for the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) are now available. If interested come by guidance. Deadline for having yourself nominated is next Wednesday.

Unpaid students fees need to be turned in to the office by the end of the month.

Cheerleading tryouts (JV and Varsity) will be held March 21-24. Students interested in cheering next school year need to pick up applications from Mrs. Duncan or Ms. Nickles and have the forms returned by March 16th.

There will be an Envirothon team meeting on Tuesday from 3 until 4:30 in Mr. Cole's room.
FAFSA Day is this Saturday, February 19th from 9:00 a.m. until 12 noon.

All Seniors who have not applied for Financial Aid needs to log onto CFNC.org to register and receive the two required PIN Numbers for students and parents.. This will also register you and your parent for an appointment with the Sparta State Employees’ Credit Union to receive FREE application help for the Financial Aid Forms if you choose to do so.

Please take time out to complete this today as the Federal money is given out- “First come- First Served”!

If you have any questions- Please see Mrs. Miller, Mr. Marion or Mrs. Hall

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

Scholarships Available –

The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Scholarship awards one scholarship per region. Annually, 30 scholarships, worth a total of $75,000, will be awarded. The value of each scholarship is $2500 and it is a one-year scholarship. FRS provides $2000 and the sponsoring organization provides a $500 match. Skyline is our sponsoring organization. Applications are available in guidance or online at www.skyline.org . Deadline for submission is February 17, 2011 at Skyline’s corporate office. See Mrs. Miller for more details.

The Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship program is designed to recognize exceptional high school seniors who show promise of continued excellence in postsecondary education. Minimum GPA and SAT requirements are: GPA of 3.5 on an unweighted scale and SAT combined total of at least 1875. Applications may be obtained at http://www.ncpublicschools.org/recruitment/scholarships/byrd/. Deadline for application submission to guidance is February 21, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more details.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

Applications for the Delta Kappa Gamma Recruitment Grant in the amount of $500.00 are now available in the guidance office. Applicants must be female and either currently enrolled in or planning to enroll in a college or university to pursue a degree in education. The scholarship is sponsored by the Ashe/Alleghany Delta Kappa Gamma, an educational society. Deadline is March 1, 2011.

UNCG Guarantee is a program that not only offers an outstanding financial aid package for those who qualify; it is also a support program that provides a variety of opportunities and services to enhance scholars’ academic achievement, leadership skills, and personal success. For more information on how to apply, visit their website at http://guarantee.uncg.edu/. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2011.

The Golden LEAF Scholarship Program will award up to 215 grants, each valued at $12,000 ($3000 per year for up to four years) for the 2011-12 academic year. These scholarships are made possible through a grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation. The scholarship application is available at CFNC.org/goldenleaf. The application deadline is March 1, 2011. The FAFSA must be completed by March 1, 2011 also.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Announcements

2011-02-16T08:58:00.001-05:00

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

Congratulatiions to the Varsity Girls Basketball team as they defeated Starmount last night in the first round of the Conference Tournament.

Are you creative? Do you like to act, sing, dance, tell jokes, and entertain people? Trojan Entertainment Group would like to meet with you! Organization meeting at break today in Mr. Vogler's room.

Cheerleading tryouts (JV and Varsity) will be held March 21-24. Students interested in cheering next school year need to pick up applications from Mrs. Duncan or Ms. Nickles and have the forms returned by March 16th.

FAFSA Day is this Saturday, February 19th from 9:00 a.m. until 12 noon.

All Seniors who have not applied for Financial Aid needs to log onto CFNC.org to register and receive the two required PIN Numbers for students and parents.. This will also register you and your parent for an appointment with the Sparta State Employees’ Credit Union to receive FREE application help for the Financial Aid Forms if you choose to do so.

Please take time out to complete this today as the Federal money is given out- “First come- First Served”!

If you have any questions- Please see Mrs. Miller, Mr. Marion or Mrs. Hall

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention 9th – 12th graders: All students of traditional music are invited to participate in the 17th annual Wayne C. Henderson Music Festival Scholarship Competition. Applications must be completed and returned to the committee postmarked no later than February 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for details.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

Scholarships Available –

The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Scholarship awards one scholarship per region. Annually, 30 scholarships, worth a total of $75,000, will be awarded. The value of each scholarship is $2500 and it is a one-year scholarship. FRS provides $2000 and the sponsoring organization provides a $500 match. Skyline is our sponsoring organization. Applications are available in guidance or online at www.skyline.org . Deadline for submission is February 17, 2011 at Skyline’s corporate office. See Mrs. Miller for more details.

The Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship program is designed to recognize exceptional high school seniors who show promise of continued excellence in postsecondary education. Minimum GPA and SAT requirements are: GPA of 3.5 on an unweighted scale and SAT combined total of at least 1875. Applications may be obtained at http://www.ncpublicschools.org/recruitment/scholarships/byrd/. Deadline for application submission to guidance is February 21, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more details.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

Applications for the Delta Kappa Gamma Recruitment Grant in the amount of $500.00 are now available in the guidance office. Applicants must be female and either currently enrolled in or planning to enroll in a college or university to pursue a degree in education. The scholarship is sponsored by the Ashe/Alleghany Delta Kappa Gamma, an educational society. Deadline is March 1, 2011.

UNCG Guarantee is a program that not only offers an outstanding financial aid package for those who qualify; it is also a support program that provides a variety of opportunities and services to enhance scholars’ academic achievement, leadership skills, and personal success. For more information on how to apply, visit their website at http://guarantee.uncg.edu/. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2011.

The Golden LEAF Scholarship Program will award up to 215 grants, each valued at $12,000 ($3000 per year for up to four years) for the 2011-12 academic year. These scholarships are made possible through a grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation. The scholarship application is available at CFNC.org/goldenleaf. The application deadline is March 1, 2011. The FAFSA must be completed by March 1, 2011 also.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Announcements

2011-02-15T10:19:00.001-05:00

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

Cheerleading tryouts (JV and Varsity) will be held March 21-24. Students interested in cheering next school year need to pick up applications from Mrs. Duncan or Ms. Nickles and have the forms returned by March 16th.

There will be an Envirothon team meeting on Tuesday from 3 until 4:30 in Mr. Cole's room.

Golf practice today must have physical.
FAFSA Day is this Saturday, February 19th from 9:00 a.m. until 12 noon.

All Seniors who have not applied for Financial Aid needs to log onto CFNC.org to register and receive the two required PIN Numbers for students and parents.. This will also register you and your parent for an appointment with the Sparta State Employees’ Credit Union to receive FREE application help for the Financial Aid Forms if you choose to do so.

Please take time out to complete this today as the Federal money is given out- “First come- First Served”!

If you have any questions- Please see Mrs. Miller, Mr. Marion or Mrs. Hall

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention 9th – 12th graders: All students of traditional music are invited to participate in the 17th annual Wayne C. Henderson Music Festival Scholarship Competition. Applications must be completed and returned to the committee postmarked no later than February 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for details.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

Scholarships Available –

The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Scholarship awards one scholarship per region. Annually, 30 scholarships, worth a total of $75,000, will be awarded. The value of each scholarship is $2500 and it is a one-year scholarship. FRS provides $2000 and the sponsoring organization provides a $500 match. Skyline is our sponsoring organization. Applications are available in guidance or online at www.skyline.org . Deadline for submission is February 17, 2011 at Skyline’s corporate office. See Mrs. Miller for more details.

The Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship program is designed to recognize exceptional high school seniors who show promise of continued excellence in postsecondary education. Minimum GPA and SAT requirements are: GPA of 3.5 on an unweighted scale and SAT combined total of at least 1875. Applications may be obtained at http://www.ncpublicschools.org/recruitment/scholarships/byrd/. Deadline for application submission to guidance is February 21, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more details.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

Applications for the Delta Kappa Gamma Recruitment Grant in the amount of $500.00 are now available in the guidance office. Applicants must be female and either currently enrolled in or planning to enroll in a college or university to pursue a degree in education. The scholarship is sponsored by the Ashe/Alleghany Delta Kappa Gamma, an educational society. Deadline is March 1, 2011.

UNCG Guarantee is a program that not only offers an outstanding financial aid package for those who qualify; it is also a support program that provides a variety of opportunities and services to enhance scholars’ academic achievement, leadership skills, and personal success. For more information on how to apply, visit their website at http://guarantee.uncg.edu/. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2011.

The Golden LEAF Scholarship Program will award up to 215 grants, each valued at $12,000 ($3000 per year for up to four years) for the 2011-12 academic year. These scholarships are made possible through a grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation. The scholarship application is available at CFNC.org/goldenleaf. The application deadline is March 1, 2011. The FAFSA must be completed by March 1, 2011 also.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Announcements

2011-02-14T08:29:00.001-05:00

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00.

Golf practice tomorrow. Team members must have a physical.

Girls soccer tryouts will start at 3:15 today on the practice football field.

Congratulations to the Horse Bowl Team for placing 3rd out of 6 teams at District competition. Team members from the high school were Kallie Dalton and Katie Talley.

Softball practice begins today at 3:15. Players meet at the softball field.

Varsity girls basketball practice begins today at 4:30 in the new gym.

Beta Club Officers mtg. during 2nd lunch on Monday.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention 9th – 12th graders: All students of traditional music are invited to participate in the 17th annual Wayne C. Henderson Music Festival Scholarship Competition. Applications must be completed and returned to the committee postmarked no later than February 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for details.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

Scholarships Available –

The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Scholarship awards one scholarship per region. Annually, 30 scholarships, worth a total of $75,000, will be awarded. The value of each scholarship is $2500 and it is a one-year scholarship. FRS provides $2000 and the sponsoring organization provides a $500 match. Skyline is our sponsoring organization. Applications are available in guidance or online at www.skyline.org . Deadline for submission is February 17, 2011 at Skyline’s corporate office. See Mrs. Miller for more details.

The Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship program is designed to recognize exceptional high school seniors who show promise of continued excellence in postsecondary education. Minimum GPA and SAT requirements are: GPA of 3.5 on an unweighted scale and SAT combined total of at least 1875. Applications may be obtained at http://www.ncpublicschools.org/recruitment/scholarships/byrd/. Deadline for application submission to guidance is February 21, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more details.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

Applications for the Delta Kappa Gamma Recruitment Grant in the amount of $500.00 are now available in the guidance office. Applicants must be female and either currently enrolled in or planning to enroll in a college or university to pursue a degree in education. The scholarship is sponsored by the Ashe/Alleghany Delta Kappa Gamma, an educational society. Deadline is March 1, 2011.

UNCG Guarantee is a program that not only offers an outstanding financial aid package for those who qualify; it is also a support program that provides a variety of opportunities and services to enhance scholars’ academic achievement, leadership skills, and personal success. For more information on how to apply, visit their website at http://guarantee.uncg.edu/. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2011.

The Golden LEAF Scholarship Program will award up to 215 grants, each valued at $12,000 ($3000 per year for up to four years) for the 2011-12 academic year. These scholarships are made possible through a grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation. The scholarship application is available at CFNC.org/goldenleaf. The application deadline is March 1, 2011. The FAFSA must be completed by March 1, 2011 also.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Announcements

2011-02-11T09:21:00.000-05:00

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00

Beta Club Officers mtg. during 2nd lunch on Monday.

Girls Softball Practice will begin Monday at 3:15, meet in the old gym and bring clothes to practice indoors or outdoors.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Need a good book? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention 9th – 12th graders: All students of traditional music are invited to participate in the 17th annual Wayne C. Henderson Music Festival Scholarship Competition. Applications must be completed and returned to the committee postmarked no later than February 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for details.

Attention juniors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation is again sponsoring the Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors in each of the four primary service districts. The trip is scheduled for June 11-17, 2011. You may apply online at www.blueridgeemc.com under “In the Community” tab. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2011 and interviews will be held in late March.

Attention sophomores: Alleghany High School has been chosen by the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at NC State University to give sophomores the opportunity to attend this educational retreat May 14 – May 18, 2011. Applications are available in guidance or you can fill out the application online at clubs.ncsu.edu/satellite, print it and mail to their office. Cost to attend is $25, plus transportation to and from the program and any extra spending money.

Attention Students 15-18- ASU is offering a summer residential camp experience in Forensic Anthropology at ASU for 1 week. Information can be found at www.appstate.edu/-Robbinsgm/. Only 24 students will be accepted into each week. Camp fee is $600 and students must register by May 1, 2011. After May 1, a $50 processing fee applies. Weeks are July 17 – July 22 and July 24 – July 29. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Attention seniors:

Scholarships Available –

The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Scholarship awards one scholarship per region. Annually, 30 scholarships, worth a total of $75,000, will be awarded. The value of each scholarship is $2500 and it is a one-year scholarship. FRS provides $2000 and the sponsoring organization provides a $500 match. Skyline is our sponsoring organization. Applications are available in guidance or online at www.skyline.org . Deadline for submission is February 17, 2011 at Skyline’s corporate office. See Mrs. Miller for more details.

The Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship program is designed to recognize exceptional high school seniors who show promise of continued excellence in postsecondary education. Minimum GPA and SAT requirements are: GPA of 3.5 on an unweighted scale and SAT combined total of at least 1875. Applications may be obtained at http://www.ncpublicschools.org/recruitment/scholarships/byrd/. Deadline for application submission to guidance is February 21, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more details.

The North Carolina Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Program offers two opportunities. The university/college scholarship is valued at $3000 per year for four years. The community college scholarship is valued at $1000 per year for two years. Applications are available in guidance, at the local Farm Bureau office and online at www.ncfb.org/Programs/rfShaw/rfShaw.cfm. Deadline is March 15, 2011 at the local Farm Bureau office. See Mrs. Miller with any questions.

Applications for the Delta Kappa Gamma Recruitment Grant in the amount of $500.00 are now available in the guidance office. Applicants must be female and either currently enrolled in or planning to enroll in a college or university to pursue a degree in education. The scholarship is sponsored by the Ashe/Alleghany Delta Kappa Gamma, an educational society. Deadline is March 1, 2011.

UNCG Guarantee is a program that not only offers an outstanding financial aid package for those who qualify; it is also a support program that provides a variety of opportunities and services to enhance scholars’ academic achievement, leadership skills, and personal success. For more information on how to apply, visit their website at http://guarantee.uncg.edu/. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2011.

The Golden LEAF Scholarship Program will award up to 215 grants, each valued at $12,000 ($3000 per year for up to four years) for the 2011-12 academic year. These scholarships are made possible through a grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation. The scholarship application is available at CFNC.org/goldenleaf. The application deadline is March 1, 2011. The FAFSA must be completed by March 1, 2011 also.

The N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS administrates the Whitlow-Osborne Scholarship for the Carson and Maggie Whitlow and William F. Osborne families and will each year award (1) $2000 scholarship to a High School Senior or Member of an Emergency Services organization in Alleghany County (among others). Recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school in the fall that same year. Awards will be paid to the student in installments of $500 per semester. This scholarship may be awarded for a total of (2) years. Deadline for submission of application is March 31, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for application.

The North Carolina Bar Association is continuing its program of awarding scholarships to children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The application can be accessed by going to this link: http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childrenofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementofficers.pdf. Deadline for submission of completed applications is Friday, April 1, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The North Carolina Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1970 to provide scholarships for deserving students who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting. The scholarship awards for 2011-2012 school year will be $500 each. Deadline for submission of application is April 15, 2011. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

The State Employees Association of North Carolina’s (SEANC) scholarship is available online at www.seanc.org and must be returned, completed, to the Scholarship Chairman of the district of which the parent is a member. All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011. The applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Any senior interested in a career as a CAT Diesel Technician is invited to apply to the Caterpillar Dealer Academy at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. This is a two-year associates degree program. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

Announcements

2011-02-09T09:04:00.001-05:00

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Batting Practice for girls softball this week will be 3:15-4:30 at Jarrett building, today and Thursday.

There will be an Beta Club officers meeting Thursday during 2nd lunch in Mrs. Hash's room.

All girls interested in playing softball, there will be a meeting Thursday during morning break.

Recycle pick-up today during 2nd period. Please put recycle cans outside of door.

Announcements

2011-02-07T09:31:00.000-05:00

There will be a Football Athletic Banquet tonight at 6:30, in the AHS Cafeteria.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Wellington Benefit will be here today in the cafeteria: Non-certificated staff meeting at 2:00 or 3:15, Certificated staff at 3:15.

Batting Practice for girls softball this week will be 3:15-4:30 at Jarrett building, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

There will be an Beta Club officers meeting Thursday during 2nd lunch in Mrs. Hash's room.

Cong. to the Alleghany Wrestling team for bringing home a 2nd place finish in the Conference Tournament 1st place finishers were Luke Hampton and Ryan Mash.

There will be a DECA role play practice in Mr. Wagoner's room after the final dismissal bell rings.

Announcements

2011-02-04T08:52:00.000-05:00

All Seniors there will be a meeting today in the cafeteria beginning at 10:00.

There will be a Football Athletic Banquet Monday night at 6:30, in the AHS Cafeteria.

Congrats to Ethan Tucker for finishing 6th in the State FFA tractor driving contest and Dylan Atwood for finishing 19th in the truck driving contest.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Due to so many day of school closings, the food for fines program in the media center will be extended through Friday Feb. 4th.

Alleghany baseball and softball teams will be hosting a cornhole tournament this Saturday in the old gym to raise money for their teams. Registration begins at 9:30 am and the tournament begins at 10 am. Entry fee is $20.00 per team. Any questions contact Zac Bennett, Kent Phillips, or Lauren McKinnon

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Announcements

2011-02-03T10:45:00.001-05:00

All Seniors there will be a meeting tomorrow in the cafeteria beginning at 10:00.

There will be a Football Athletic Banquet Monday night at 6:30, in the AHS Cafeteria.

The State Beta Club Convention is this Friday and Saturday. See Mrs. Hash if you are going!

Softball batting practice will be today from 5:00 to 6:00

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Due to so many day of school closings, the food for fines program in the media center will be extended through Friday Feb. 4th.

Alleghany baseball and softball teams will be hosting a cornhole tournament this Saturday in the old gym to raise money for their teams. Registration begins at 9:30 am and the tournament begins at 10 am. Entry fee is $20.00 per team. Any questions contact Zac Bennett, Kent Phillips, or Lauren McKinnon

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Announcements

2011-02-02T08:52:00.001-05:00

Beta Club Meeting after school today for convention.

Any DECA member going to the State Convention you need to see Mr. Wagoner by the end of the day.

The State Beta Club Convention is this Friday and Saturday. See Mrs. Hash if you are going!

Softball batting practice will be today and tomorrow from 5:00 to 6:00

Cong. to the JV and Varsity Girls Basketball for their win last night.

The men's soccer banquet will be tonight at the River Rock Grill. Players need to be there at 6:45.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee to Courtney Pruitt.

Due to so many day of school closings, the food for fines program in the media center will be extended through Friday Feb. 4th.

Copier training in the media center today. Please send your teacher assistants at the beginning of each period and 3rd period at 12:00.

Boys planning on playing tennis this spring please see Coach Oliver this Thursday in her room at break.

There will be a mandatory student council meeting today after school.

Alleghany baseball and softball teams will be hosting a cornhole tournament this Saturday in the old gym to raise money for their teams. Registration begins at 9:30 am and the tournament begins at 10 am. Entry fee is $20.00 per team. Any questions contact Zac Bennett, Kent Phillips, or Lauren McKinnon

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Announcements

2011-02-01T09:12:00.001-05:00

Beta Club Meeting after school Tuesday and Wednesday for convention. You must attend at least one of these days if you are going.

The State Beta Club Convention is this Friday and Saturday. See Mrs. Hash if you are going!

Girls softball will have batting practice in Jarrett building today at 3:15 til 4:30. Bring your glove also.

A reminder of all FFA members that permission slips and FFA dues should be turned in by today (Tuesday).

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $35 prom fee NOW to Courtney Pruitt. Please pay Courtney by the end of the month.

Due to so many day of school closings, the food for fines program in the media center will be extended through Friday Feb. 4th.

Copier training in the media center tomorrow through Wednesday. Please send your teacher assistants at the beginning of each period and 3rd period at 12:00.

Boys planning on playing tennis this spring please see Coach Oliver this Thursday in her room at break.

There will be a mandatory student council meeting Wednesday after school.

There will be a student council officer meeting during break tomorrow.

Alleghany baseball and softball teams will be hosting a cornhole tournament this Saturday in the old gym to raise money for their teams. Registration begins at 9:30 am and the tournament begins at 10 am. Entry fee is $20.00 per team. Any questions contact Zac Bennett, Kent Phillips, or Lauren McKinnon

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Announcement

2011-01-31T10:46:00.000-05:00

Beta Club Meeting after school Tuesday and Wednesday for convention. You must attend at least one of these days if you are going.

The State Beta Club Convention is this Friday and Saturday. See Mrs. Hash if you are going!

Softball will have a meeting Tuesday during morning break in the old gym. All girls planning to play this year need to attend.

Girls softball will have batting practice in Jarrett building Tuesday at 3:15 til 4:30. Bring your glove also.

A reminder of all FFA members that permission slips and FFA dues should be turned in by tomorrow (Tuesday).

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $30 prom fee NOW to Courtney Pruitt to avoid the price increase next month. In February, the price will increase to $35.

"FOOD FOR FINES"

During the month of January!
Pay your library fines with cans of food. One or more cans of any size* eliminates all of your overdue fines.

Lost or damaged items will still need to be paid for with money!
*(no dented, rusted open or labels missing)

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Announcements

2011-01-25T09:51:00.001-05:00

There will be a Beta Club meeting Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday next week to prepare for the convention. Any member attending the convention needs to attend at least one meeting. The meetings will last until 3:45 pm. Right now only one person has paid the $17.00 required to go to the convention, if you are going please pay $17.00. If we can not go because of the weather you will get your money back.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Pay your $30 prom fee NOW to Courtney Pruitt to avoid the price increase next month. In February, the price will increase to $35.

Attention Beta Club Members
You will have four opportunities to attend the convention in Greensboro on Feb. 4th and 5th.
*You can go Friday morning, spend the night and stay until Saturday night,
*or go Friday and not spend the night, come back Friday night and go back Saturday morning,
*or go just Friday, coming back Friday night,
*or go Saturday only.
It is up to you, but all need to pay the $17.00 by Jan. 28th!!!!!!!!!

Their will be an important meeting today during morning break in the old gym for any girl planning to play softball this season.

Softball will have hitting and throwing practice after school in Jarrett building beside the baseball field on today.

"FOOD FOR FINES"

During the month of January!
Pay your library fines with cans of food. One or more cans of any size* eliminates all of your overdue fines.

Lost or damaged items will still need to be paid for with money!
*(no dented, rusted open or labels missing)

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Announcements

2011-01-24T12:07:00.000-05:00

There will be a Beta Club meeting Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday next week to prepare for the convention. Any member attending the convention needs to attend at least one meeting. The meetings will last until 3:45 pm. Right now only one person has paid the $17.00 required to go to the convention, if you are going please pay $17.00. If we can not go because of the weather you will get your money back.

Attention Beta Club Members
You will have four opportunities to attend the convention in Greensboro on Feb. 4th and 5th.
*You can go Friday morning, spend the night and stay until Saturday night,
*or go Friday and not spend the night, come back Friday night and go back Saturday morning,
*or go just Friday, coming back Friday night,
*or go Saturday only.
It is up to you, but all need to pay the $17.00 by Jan. 28th!!!!!!!!!

Cong. to the JV and Varsity boys basketball teams for their wins over West Wilkes and Elkin. Varsity Boys practice @3:15 new gym.

JV boys practice @4:30 in new gym.

Cong. to the Varsity Girls Basketball team for their win Friday and Elkin on Saturday.

Their will be an important meeting Tuesday during morning break in the old gym for any girl planning to play softball this season.

Softball will have hitting and throwing practice after school in Jarrett building beside the baseball field on Tuesday.

"FOOD FOR FINES"

During the month of January!
Pay your library fines with cans of food. One or more cans of any size* eliminates all of your overdue fines.

Lost or damaged items will still need to be paid for with money!
*(no dented, rusted open or labels missing)

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Announcements

2011-01-21T14:33:00.001-05:00

Anyone interested in playing girls soccer this spring, there will be a meeting today after school in Mr. Miller's room."

Trojan fans Friday night will be a white-out. Be one of the 1st 70 fans into the game and receive a free shirt. Come early and get your shirt.

"FOOD FOR FINES"

During the month of January!
Pay your library fines with cans of food. One or more cans of any size* eliminates all of your overdue fines.

Lost or damaged items will still need to be paid for with money!
*(no dented, rusted open or labels missing)

Attention: Beta Club Members The NC State Convention in Greensboro is February 4-5.
Here are requirements to go:
1. 10 service hours by Feb. 1st
2. $17.00 by December 16th
3. School and Parent Permission Form by Feb.1st
4. money for hotel, driver and sub .

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Announcements

2011-01-19T10:19:00.001-05:00

Anyone interested in playing girls soccer this spring, there will be a meeting Thursday after school in Mr. Miller's room."

"FOOD FOR FINES"

During the month of January!
Pay your library fines with cans of food. One or more cans of any size* eliminates all of your overdue fines.

Lost or damaged items will still need to be paid for with money!
*(no dented, rusted open or labels missing)

Attention: Beta Club Members The NC State Convention in Greensboro is February 4-5.
Here are requirements to go:
1. 10 service hours by Feb. 1st
2. $17.00 by December 16th
3. School and Parent Permission Form by Feb.1st
4. money for hotel, driver and sub .

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Announcements

2010-12-15T10:23:00.001-05:00

Attention all Juniors: Please pay Courtney Pruitt your $25 prom fee before leaving for Christmas. The fee will increase to $35 after the 1st of the year.

ASD/ make-up time will be all this week.

Need a good book for the holidays? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention: Beta Club Members The NC State Convention in Greensboro is February 4-5.
Here are requirements to go:
1. 10 service hours by Feb. 1st
2. $17.00 by December 16th
3. School and Parent Permission Form by Feb.1st
4. money for hotel, driver and sub .

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Help Raise the Roof for the Wellness Center. Vote!!!!!!!

Announcements

2010-12-14T13:35:00.001-05:00

ASD/ make-up time will be all this week.

Boys Varsity Basketball practice will begin to at 4:00 in the new gym.

Cong. to the Wrestling team on bring home 1st place finish at Mt. Madness Inv. @Galax H.S. Bringing home 1st place were Ty Franklin, Ryan Mash, Luke Hampton.

Need a good book for the holidays? Come by the media center and see our new books on display. They are nominated for North Carolina Young Adult Book of the Year 2011. Vote on your favorite.

Attention: Beta Club Members The NC State Convention in Greensboro is February 4-5.
Here are requirements to go:
1. 10 service hours by Feb. 1st
2. $17.00 by December 16th
3. School and Parent Permission Form by Feb.1st
4. money for hotel, driver, sub

Attention all Juniors: Make plans now to attend your spring Prom on May 14 2011! Please pay Courtney Pruitt your $25 prom fee

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Help Raise the Roof for the Wellness Center

Announcements

2010-12-09T12:58:00.001-05:00

Friday at 12:10 there will be a Beta Club meeting in Mrs. Hash's room. This meeting is for those Beta Members going to the State Convention Feb. 4th and 5th.

Band Concert for tonight has been cancelled.

There will be a mandatory Student Council meeting today after school.

ASD will be Saturday from 8:00-2:00, in Mr. McKnight's room. Bring food and plenty of work.

Last day for make-up credit will be Saturday Dec. 11th.

The National Beta Club has a college scholarship program for outstanding senior Beta Club members. See Mrs. Hash for details ASAP.

Attention: Beta Club Members The NC State Convention in Greensboro is February 4-5.
Here are requirements to go:
1. 10 service hours by Feb. 1st
2. $17.00 by December 16th
3. School and Parent Permission Form by Feb.1st
4. money for hotel, driver, sub and

ASD will be Monday - Thursday.

Attention all Juniors: Make plans now to attend your spring Prom on May 14 2011! Please pay Courtney Pruitt your $25 prom fee

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a m.

Help Raise the Roof for the Wellness Center

Announcements

2010-12-08T12:40:00.000-05:00

Cong. to the Varsity Girls Basketball team as they defeated West Wilkes last night.

ASD will be Saturday from 8:00-2:00, in Mr. McKnight's room. Bring food and plenty of work.

Last day for make-up credit will be Saturday Dec. 11th.

The National Beta Club has a college scholarship program for outstanding senior Beta Club members. See Mrs. Hash for details ASAP.

Attention: Beta Club Members The NC State Convention in Greensboro is February 4-5.
Here are requirements to go:
1. 10 service hours by Feb. 1st
2. $17.00 by December 16th
3. School and Parent Permission Form by Feb.1st
4. money for hotel, driver, sub and

ASD will be Monday - Thursday.

Attention all Juniors: Make plans now to attend your spring Prom on May 14 2011! Please pay Courtney Pruitt your $25 prom fee

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a m.

Help Raise the Roof for the Wellness Center

Announcements

2010-12-03T12:16:00.001-05:00

ASD will be this Saturday and next Saturday front 8:00-2:00, in Mr. McKnight's room. Bring food and plenty of work.

Last day for make-up credit will be Saturday Dec. 11th.

The National Beta Club has a college scholarship program for outstanding senior Beta Club members. See Mrs. Hash for details ASAP.

Attention: Beta Club Members The NC State Convention in Greensboro is February 4-5.
Here are requirements to go:
1. 10 service hours by Feb. 1st
2. $17.00 by December 16th
3. School and Parent Permission Form by Feb.1st
4. money for hotel, driver, sub and

Starting Nov. 29th we will have ASD Monday - Thursday.

Attention all Juniors: Make plans now to attend your spring Prom on May 14 2011! Please pay Courtney Pruitt your $25 prom fee

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a m.

Help Raise the Roof for the Wellness Center - we have until December 1st to win $50k for the new roof. Vote everyday at www.refresheverything.com or text 103205 to 73774.

Announcements

2010-12-01T12:40:00.000-05:00

ASD will be this Saturday and next Saturday front 8:00-2:00, in Mr. Mcknight's room. Bring food and plenty of work.

The Cross Country Banquet will be this Thursday at 6:30 at River Rock Grille. All Cross Country members and families are invited to attend!

Last day for make-up credit will be Saturday Dec. 11th.

The National Beta Club has a college scholarship program for outstanding senior Beta Club members. See Mrs. Hash for details ASAP.

Cong. to the Varsity Girls and Boys Basketball teams for their win last night.

Attention: Beta Club Members The NC State Convention in Greensboro is February 4-5.
Here are requirements to go:
1. 10 service hours by Feb. 1st
2. $17.00 by December 16th
3. School and Parent Permission Form by Feb.1st
4. money for hotel, driver, sub and

Starting Nov. 29th we will have ASD Monday - Thursday.

Attention all Juniors: Make plans now to attend your spring Prom on May 14 2011! Please pay Courtney Pruitt your $25 prom fee

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a m.

Help Raise the Roof for the Wellness Center Voting continues through the month of December. Let's be a winner..vote at www.refresheverything.com or text your vote 103205 to 73774.

Announcements

2010-11-30T09:13:00.000-05:00

ASD will be this Saturday and next Saturday front 8:00-2:00, in Mr. Mcknight's room. Bring food and plenty of work.

No ASD today.

Attention: Beta Club Members The NC State Convention in Greensboro is February 4-5.
Here are requirements to go:
1. 10 service hours by Feb. 1st
2. $17.00 by December 16th
3. School and Parent Permission Form by Feb.1st
4. money for hotel, driver, sub and

Starting Nov. 29th we will have ASD Monday - Thursday.

Attention all Juniors: Make plans now to attend your spring Prom on May 14 2011! Please pay Courtney Pruitt your $25 prom fee

Drivers Ed classes begin today, Nov. 30th at 3:15 in the Cyber Classroom.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Help Raise the Roof at Alleghany Wellness Center

Because we were in the top 100 projects voted for in October at www.refresheverything.com, we are still in the running for the $50,000 grant to replace the roof over the pool at our wellness center. SO, continue to vote each day in November. Your votes are making the difference. And if you have texting on your cell phone, text in your vote as well. Text 103205 to 73774. Do both and double your impact for our project.

Announcements

2010-11-29T10:08:00.001-05:00

Caps for sale $5.00 each or $15.00 for all. Caps can be seen in the office.

JV Girls Basketball practice today at 3:15 in the old gym, Varsity practice will begin at 4:15.

Attention: Beta Club Members The NC State Convention in Greensboro is February 4-5.
Here are requirements to go:
1. 10 service hours by Feb. 1st
2. $17.00 by December 16th
3. School and Parent Permission Form by Feb.1st
4. money for hotel, driver, sub and

Starting Nov. 29th we will have ASD Monday - Thursday.

Attention all Juniors: Make plans now to attend your spring Prom on May 14 2011! Please pay Courtney Pruitt your $25 prom fee

Drivers Ed classes begin tomorrow., Nov. 30th at 3:15 in the Cyber Classroom.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Help Raise the Roof at Alleghany Wellness Center

Because we were in the top 100 projects voted for in October at www.refresheverything.com, we are still in the running for the $50,000 grant to replace the roof over the pool at our wellness center. SO, continue to vote each day in November. Your votes are making the difference. And if you have texting on your cell phone, text in your vote as well. Text 103205 to 73774. Do both and double your impact for our project.

Announcements

2010-11-24T08:04:00.001-05:00

Caps for sale $5.00 each or $15.00 for all. Caps can be seen in the office.

Attention: Beta Club Members The NC State Convention in Greensboro is February 4-5.
Here are requirements to go:
1. 10 service hours by Feb. 1st
2. $17.00 by December 16th
3. School and Parent Permission Form by Feb.1st
4. money for hotel, driver, sub and

FFA sweatshirts money is due today. Please give $30.00 to Mr. Vestal or Garrison Wagoner.

ASD will be Monday and Tuesday of this week. Starting Nov. 29th we will have ASD Monday - Thursday.

Attention all Juniors: Make plans now to attend your spring Prom on May 14 2011! Please pay Courtney Pruitt your $25 prom fee

Drivers Ed classes may begin Nov. 30th at 3:15 in the Cyber Classroom.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Help Raise the Roof at Alleghany Wellness Center

Because we were in the top 100 projects voted for in October at www.refresheverything.com, we are still in the running for the $50,000 grant to replace the roof over the pool at our wellness center. SO, continue to vote each day in November. Your votes are making the difference. And if you have texting on your cell phone, text in your vote as well. Text 103205 to 73774. Do both and double your impact for our project.

Announcements

2010-11-23T12:45:00.000-05:00

Student Teacher Basketball game signups are in the lobby at break.

Attention: Beta Club Members The NC State Convention in Greensboro is February 4-5.
Here are requirements to go:
1. 10 service hours by Feb. 1st
2. $17.00 by December 16th
3. School and Parent Permission Form by Feb.1st
4. money for hotel, driver, sub and

FFA sweatshirts money is due this Wednesday. Please give $30.00 to Mr. Vestal or Garrison Wagoner.

ASD will be Monday and Tuesday of this week. Starting Nov. 29th we will have ASD Monday - Thursday.

Attention all Juniors: Make plans now to attend your spring Prom on May 14 2011! Please pay Courtney Pruitt your $25 prom fee

Drivers Ed classes may begin Nov. 30th at 3:15 in the Cyber Classroom.

The following students need to pick up their graduation project DVD’s in the cyber campus: Kenlyn Pulliam and Jenna Bush.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Help Raise the Roof at Alleghany Wellness Center

Because we were in the top 100 projects voted for in October at www.refresheverything.com, we are still in the running for the $50,000 grant to replace the roof over the pool at our wellness center. SO, continue to vote each day in November. Your votes are making the difference. And if you have texting on your cell phone, text in your vote as well. Text 103205 to 73774. Do both and double your impact for our project.

Cong. to the winners of the bookmark contest:
1st place Tiffany Kupner
Runner- ups Fidel Sanchez, Josie Varela, Olivia Wagoner
come pick up your pizza gift certificates in the the Media Center.

Announcements

2010-11-22T08:54:00.000-05:00

Student Teacher Basketball game signups are in the lobby at break.

Attention: Beta Club Members The NC State Convention in Greensboro is February 4-5.
Here are requirements to go:
1. 10 service hours by Feb. 1st
2. $17.00 by December 16th
3. School and Parent Permission Form by Feb.1st
4. money for hotel, driver, sub gas etc. by Jan.18th (yet to be determined)

The Cross Country Team banquet is cancelled tonight. It will be rescheduled after Thanksgiving break. No Cross Country banquet tonight.

FFA sweatshirts money is due next Wednesday. Please give $30.00 to Mr. Vestal or Garrison Wagoner.

ASD will be Monday and Tuesday of this week. Starting Nov. 29th we will have ASD Monday - Thursday.

Attention all Juniors: Make plans now to attend your spring Prom on May 14 2011! Please pay Courtney Pruitt your $25 prom fee

Drivers Ed classes may begin Nov. 30th at 3;15 in the Cyber Classroom.
The following students need to pick up their graduation project DVD’s in the cyber campus: Kenlyn Pulliam and Jenna Bush.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Help Raise the Roof at Alleghany Wellness Center

Because we were in the top 100 projects voted for in October at www.refresheverything.com, we are still in the running for the $50,000 grant to replace the roof over the pool at our wellness center. SO, continue to vote each day in November. Your votes are making the difference. And if you have texting on your cell phone, text in your vote as well. Text 103205 to 73774. Do both and double your impact for our project.

Announcements

2010-11-19T13:30:00.001-05:00

FFA sweatshirts money is due next Wednesday. Please give $30.00 to Mr. Vestal or Garrison Wagoner.

Baby pictures are today!

ASD will be Monday and Tuesday of next week. Starting Nov. 29th we will have ASD Monday - Thursday.

Attention all Juniors: Make plans now to attend your spring Prom on May 14 2011! Please pay Courtney Pruitt your $25 prom fee

Volleyball Athletic Banquet will be Sunday, November 21, at 2:00 in the Alleghany High School
Cafeteria.

Senior ID cards are here please pick them up in the Media Center.

Drivers Ed classes may begin Nov. 30th at 3;15 in the Cyber Classroom.

Attention ALL Seniors:
College Application is this week – which means all 58 NC Community colleges plus 29 other colleges are accepting your applications for FREE only during the week of November 15th – 19th through CFNC. The Computer lab will be open Monday – Friday for the week of November 15th – 19th for applying to colleges with Thursday, November 18th, 3:00 – 6;00 for Students and parents to apply.

The following students need to pick up their graduation project DVD’s in the cyber campus: Kenlyn Pulliam and Jenna Bush.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Bookmark contest ends today at 3:00. Please turn in your entries in today.

Help Raise the Roof at Alleghany Wellness Center

Because we were in the top 100 projects voted for in October at www.refresheverything.com, we are still in the running for the $50,000 grant to replace the roof over the pool at our wellness center. SO, continue to vote each day in November. Your votes are making the difference. And if you have texting on your cell phone, text in your vote as well. Text 103205 to 73774. Do both and double your impact for our project.

Announcements

2010-11-18T10:48:00.001-05:00

FFA sweatshirts money is due next Wednesday. Please give $30.00 to Mr. Vestal or Garrison Wagoner.

Baby pictures are due no later than Friday!

Make-up time is Tuesday and Thursday in Mr. McKnight's room beginning at 3:00 until 4:30. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO DO THIS MAKE-UP TIME!

Attention all Juniors: Make plans now to attend your spring Prom on May 14 2011! Please pay Courtney Pruitt your $25 prom fee

Volleyball Athletic Banquet will be Sunday, November 21, at 2:00 in the Alleghany High School
Cafeteria.

Senior ID cards are here please pick them up in the Media Center.

Attention ALL Seniors:
College Application is next week – which means all 58 NC Community colleges plus 29 other colleges are accepting your applications for FREE only during the week of November 15th – 19th through CFNC. The Computer lab will be open Monday – Friday for the week of November 15th – 19th for applying to colleges with Thursday, November 18th, 3:00 – 6;00 for Students and parents to apply.

The following students need to pick up their graduation project DVD’s in the cyber campus: Kenlyn Pulliam and Jenna Bush.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Bookmark contest continues- turn in entries by Friday to the library.

Help Raise the Roof at Alleghany Wellness Center

Because we were in the top 100 projects voted for in October at www.refresheverything.com, we are still in the running for the $50,000 grant to replace the roof over the pool at our wellness center. SO, continue to vote each day in November. Your votes are making the difference. And if you have texting on your cell phone, text in your vote as well. Text 103205 to 73774. Do both and double your impact for our project.

Announcements

2010-11-17T09:33:00.001-05:00

FFA sweatshirts money is due Wednesday. Please give $30.00 to Mr. Vestal or Garrison Wagoner.

Make-up time is Tuesday and Thursday in Mr. McKnight's room beginning at 3:00 until 4:30. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO DO THIS MAKE-UP TIME!

Any Beta Club members who needs community service hours please see Coach Phillips today.

Attention all Juniors: Make plans now to attend your spring Prom on May 14 2011! Please pay Courtney Pruitt your $25 prom fee

Volleyball Athletic Banquet will be Sunday, November 21, at 2:00 in the Alleghany High School
Cafeteria.

Senior ID cards are here please pick them up in the Media Center.

Attention ALL Seniors:
College Application is this week – which means all 58 NC Community colleges plus 29 other colleges are accepting your applications for FREE only during the week of November 15th – 19th through CFNC. The Computer lab will be open Monday – Friday for the week of November 15th – 19th for applying to colleges with Thursday, November 18th, 3:00 – 6;00 for Students and parents to apply.

The following students need to pick up their graduation project DVD’s in the cyber campus: Kenlyn Pulliam and Jenna Bush.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Bookmark contest continues- turn in entries by Friday to the library.

Help Raise the Roof at Alleghany Wellness Center

Because we were in the top 100 projects voted for in October at www.refresheverything.com, we are still in the running for the $50,000 grant to replace the roof over the pool at our wellness center. SO, continue to vote each day in November. Your votes are making the difference. And if you have texting on your cell phone, text in your vote as well. Text 103205 to 73774. Do both and double your impact for our project.

Announcements

2010-11-16T08:37:00.000-05:00

Make-up time is Tuesday and Thursday in Mr. McKnight's room beginning at 3:00 until 4:30. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO DO THIS MAKE-UP TIME!

Attention all Juniors: Make plans now to attend your spring Prom on May 14 2011! Please pay Courtney Pruitt your $25 prom fee

Volleyball Athletic Banquet will be Sunday, November 21, at 2:00 in the Alleghany High School
Cafeteria.

Senior ID cards are here please pick them up in the Media Center.

Varsity Boys Basketball meet in Coach McKnight's room at 3:30. Practice @ 4:30.
JV practice @ 3:15.

JV Girls Practice today @ 3:15, Varsity needs to be dressed for pictures for newspaper by 4:00. Practice will begin at 4:15.

Attention ALL Seniors:
College Application is next week – which means all 58 NC Community colleges plus 29 other colleges are accepting your applications for FREE only during the week of November 15th – 19th through CFNC. The Computer lab will be open Monday – Friday for the week of November 15th – 19th for applying to colleges with Thursday, November 18th, 3:00 – 6;00 for Students and parents to apply.

The following students need to pick up their graduation project DVD’s in the cyber campus: Kenlyn Pulliam, Aaron Anderson, Chris Spears, Junior Mabe and Jenna Bush.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Bookmark contest continues- turn in entries by Friday to the library.

Help Raise the Roof at Alleghany Wellness Center

Because we were in the top 100 projects voted for in October at www.refresheverything.com, we are still in the running for the $50,000 grant to replace the roof over the pool at our wellness center. SO, continue to vote each day in November. Your votes are making the difference. And if you have texting on your cell phone, text in your vote as well. Text 103205 to 73774. Do both and double your impact for our project.

Attention Beta Club Members:
The Samaritan's Purse needs volunteers for Operation Christmas Child. Call Dan Abernathy at 200-2285 to help any day from November 15th to November 21st. Mon-Fri: 3-6 p.m. Sat: 8-3 pm and Sun: 11-3 pm. Call Dan ahead of time to let him know you are coming.

Attention Beta Club Members: The semester is nearing and we want to make sure you are not getting behind on your volunteer hours, so check the bulletin board and if you see mistakes let me know. Mrs. Hash

Seniors - Are you a history buff, enjoy politics, do you have plans for government or military service in your future? If so, scholarships are available from $1000 to $5000. Go to gwcf.org or call 215-949-8841 for more information.

UNC Wilmington is partnering with NC State to offer a Pre-Engineering Program. Students attend UNCW for two years, then transfer to any one of the four colleges of engineering in North Carolina to finish an engineering degree. Students must meet the transfer requirements pertinent to the college of engineering to which they wish to transfer. For more information, contact Dr. Ken Diehl by phone at 910-962-4079 or email at kcdiehl@ncsu.edu. You can also visit the website at http://www.uncw.edu/preeng/.

Students can obtain a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering at UNC Asheville with all four years spent in Asheville. NC State University and UNC Asheville have teamed up to provide a joint degree, a BS in Engineering with Mechantronics Concentration. If you are interested in learning more about this degree, contact UNC Asheville campus at (828) 251-6640 or visit their website at www.unca.edu/engineering.

Announcements

2010-11-15T10:16:00.001-05:00

Make-up time is Tuesday and Thursday in Mr. McKnight's room beginning at 3:00 until 4:30. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO DO THIS MAKE-UP TIME!

Baseball hitting session today @ 6:00.

Volleyball Athletic Banquet will be Sunday, November 21, at 2:00 in the Alleghany High School
Cafeteria.

Senior ID cards are here please pick them up in the Media Center.

Varsity Boys Basketball meet in Coach McKnight's room at 3:30. Practice @ 4:30.
JV practice @ 3:15.

Winter Sports Parent Meeting tonight @ 7:00, in the new gym.

JV Girls Practice today @ 3:15, Varsity @ 4:00, in the old gym.

All Softball players see Coach Phillips in the old gym during lunch.

Attention ALL Seniors:
College Application is next week – which means all 58 NC Community colleges plus 29 other colleges are accepting your applications for FREE only during the week of November 15th – 19th through CFNC. The Computer lab will be open Monday – Friday for the week of November 15th – 19th for applying to colleges with Thursday, November 18th, 3:00 – 6;00 for Students and parents to apply.

The following students need to pick up their graduation project DVD’s in the cyber campus: Kenlyn Pulliam, Aaron Anderson, Chris Spears, Junior Mabe and Jenna Bush.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

9th Annual AHS Media Center Bookmark Contest starts today see Mrs. Ward for details.

Attention Seniors! Order your senior shirts all week. Bring $20.00 to either 1st and 2nd lunch. Just ask Jessica, Brooke, Patrick or Kendra

Help Raise the Roof at Alleghany Wellness Center

Because we were in the top 100 projects voted for in October at www.refresheverything.com, we are still in the running for the $50,000 grant to replace the roof over the pool at our wellness center. SO, continue to vote each day in November. Your votes are making the difference. And if you have texting on your cell phone, text in your vote as well. Text 103205 to 73774. Do both and double your impact for our project.

Attention Beta Club Members:
The Samaritan's Purse needs volunteers for Operation Christmas Child. Call Dan Abernathy at 200-2285 to help any day from November 15th to November 21st. Mon-Fri: 3-6 p.m. Sat: 8-3 pm and Sun: 11-3 pm. Call Dan ahead of time to let him know you are coming.

Volleyball shirts are here please give Mr. Billing's $15.00.

Attention Beta Club Members: The semester is nearing and we want to make sure you are not getting behind on your volunteer hours, so check the bulletin board and if you see mistakes let me know. Mrs. Hash

Seniors - Are you a history buff, enjoy politics, do you have plans for government or military service in your future? If so, scholarships are available from $1000 to $5000. Go to gwcf.org or call 215-949-8841 for more information.

UNC Wilmington is partnering with NC State to offer a Pre-Engineering Program. Students attend UNCW for two years, then transfer to any one of the four colleges of engineering in North Carolina to finish an engineering degree. Students must meet the transfer requirements pertinent to the college of engineering to which they wish to transfer. For more information, contact Dr. Ken Diehl by phone at 910-962-4079 or email at kcdiehl@ncsu.edu. You can also visit the website at http://www.uncw.edu/preeng/.

Students can obtain a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering at UNC Asheville with all four years spent in Asheville. NC State University and UNC Asheville have teamed up to provide a joint degree, a BS in Engineering with Mechantronics Concentration. If you are interested in learning more about this degree, contact UNC Asheville campus at (828) 251-6640 or visit their website at www.unca.edu/engineering.

Announcements

2010-11-09T12:06:00.001-05:00

Make-up time is Tuesday and Thursday in Mr. McKnight's room beginning at 3:00 until 4:30. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO DO THIS MAKE-UP TIME!

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Seniors start bringing in one baby picture and take them to Mrs. Rudy, by Nov. 12.

9th Annual AHS Media Center Bookmark Contest starts today see Mrs. Ward for details.

Varsity Girls Basketball practice begins today at 3:15 IN THE NEW GYM. No JV practice today.

JV Boys practice @ 3:15 in old gym Varsity at 4:30.

The Hunter Safety Team will have a Mandatory parent meeting tonight at 7 p.m. in Mr. Southern's room.

Attention Seniors! Order your senior shirts all week. Bring $20.00 to either 1st and 2nd lunch. Just ask Jessica, Brooke, Patrick or Kendra

Help Raise the Roof at Alleghany Wellness Center

Because we were in the top 100 projects voted for in October at www.refresheverything.com, we are still in the running for the $50,000 grant to replace the roof over the pool at our wellness center. SO, continue to vote each day in November. Your votes are making the difference. And if you have texting on your cell phone, text in your vote as well. Text 103205 to 73774. Do both and double your impact for our project.

Attention Beta Club Members:
The Samaritan's Purse needs volunteers for Operation Christmas Child. Call Dan Abernathy at 200-2285 to help any day from November 15th to November 21st. Mon-Fri: 3-6 p.m. Sat: 8-3 pm and Sun: 11-3 pm. Call Dan ahead of time to let him know you are coming.

Volleyball shirts are here please give Mr. Billing's $15.00.

Joe Archibald will be here Nov. 9th during both lunches to order announcements etc.

Attention Beta Club Members: The semester is nearing and we want to make sure you are not getting behind on your volunteer hours, so check the bulletin board and if you see mistakes let me know. Mrs. Hash

All JV and Varsity Volleyball uniforms are due to Mrs. Weaver today.
All soccer uniforms need to be in today.

Seniors - Are you a history buff, enjoy politics, do you have plans for government or military service in your future? If so, scholarships are available from $1000 to $5000. Go to gwcf.org or call 215-949-8841 for more information.

UNC Wilmington is partnering with NC State to offer a Pre-Engineering Program. Students attend UNCW for two years, then transfer to any one of the four colleges of engineering in North Carolina to finish an engineering degree. Students must meet the transfer requirements pertinent to the college of engineering to which they wish to transfer. For more information, contact Dr. Ken Diehl by phone at 910-962-4079 or email at kcdiehl@ncsu.edu. You can also visit the website at http://www.uncw.edu/preeng/.

Students can obtain a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering at UNC Asheville with all four years spent in Asheville. NC State University and UNC Asheville have teamed up to provide a joint degree, a BS in Engineering with Mechantronics Concentration. If you are interested in learning more about this degree, contact UNC Asheville campus at (828) 251-6640 or visit their website at www.unca.edu/engineering.

Announcements

2010-11-08T09:01:00.001-05:00

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Seniors start bringing in one baby picture and take them to Mrs. Rudy, by Nov. 12.

9th Annual AHS Media Center Bookmark Contest starts today see Mrs. Ward for details.

Varsity Girls Basketball practice begins today at 3:15 IN THE NEW GYM. JV at 4:45.

JV Boys practice @ 3:15 in old gym Varsity at 4:30.

The Hunter Safety Team will have a Mandatory parent meeting Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Mr. Southern's room.

Help Raise the Roof at Alleghany Wellness Center

Because we were in the top 100 projects voted for in October at www.refresheverything.com, we are still in the running for the $50,000 grant to replace the roof over the pool at our wellness center. SO, continue to vote each day in November. Your votes are making the difference. And if you have texting on your cell phone, text in your vote as well. Text 103205 to 73774. Do both and double your impact for our project.

Attention Beta Club Members:
The Samaritan's Purse needs volunteers for Operation Christmas Child. Call Dan Abernathy at 200-2285 to help any day from November 15th to November 21st. Mon-Fri: 3-6 p.m. Sat: 8-3 pm and Sun: 11-3 pm. Call Dan ahead of time to let him know you are coming.

Volleyball shirts are here please give Mr. Billing's $15.00.

Joe Archibald will be here Nov. 9th during both lunches to order announcements etc.

Attention Beta Club Members: The semester is nearing and we want to make sure you are not getting behind on your volunteer hours, so check the bulletin board and if you see mistakes let me know. Mrs. Hash
All JV and Varsity Volleyball uniforms are due to Mrs. Weaver today.

All soccer uniforms need to be in today.

Help Raise the Roof at Alleghany Wellness Center.

Seniors - Are you a history buff, enjoy politics, do you have plans for government or military service in your future? If so, scholarships are available from $1000 to $5000. Go to gwcf.org or call 215-949-8841 for more information.

UNC Wilmington is partnering with NC State to offer a Pre-Engineering Program. Students attend UNCW for two years, then transfer to any one of the four colleges of engineering in North Carolina to finish an engineering degree. Students must meet the transfer requirements pertinent to the college of engineering to which they wish to transfer. For more information, contact Dr. Ken Diehl by phone at 910-962-4079 or email at kcdiehl@ncsu.edu. You can also visit the website at http://www.uncw.edu/preeng/.

Students can obtain a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering at UNC Asheville with all four years spent in Asheville. NC State University and UNC Asheville have teamed up to provide a joint degree, a BS in Engineering with Mechantronics Concentration. If you are interested in learning more about this degree, contact UNC Asheville campus at (828) 251-6640 or visit their website at www.unca.edu/engineering.

Announcements

2010-11-03T11:10:00.001-04:00

Student Council Mts. tomorrow (Thursday)) after school.

The cafeteria has purchased a scanner. You may now scan your student i.d. card or teacher i.d. card if you get in the front line on the left side. Bring your id card with you to the cafeteria.

Joe Archibald will be here Nov. 19th during both lunches to order announcements.

Recycling is today.

Attention Beta Club Members: The semester is nearing and we want to make sure you are not getting behind on your volunteer hours, so check the bulletin board and if you see mistakes let me know. Mrs. Hash

The Trojan TRU Crew will attend a TRU training in Boone this Saturday. Students that would like to go must have a signed permission form, which are available in the office.
Softball Open field today at 3:45.

JV Girls practice will begin today at 3:15, Varsity at 4:30.

Parent University Night tonight, Nov. 3rd 5:00 – 7:30 All Students and Parents 7th – 12th Grade are Invited

All JV and Varsity Volleyball uniforms are due to Mrs. Weaver by Friday.

Friday Night Dance!!!!!!!! After the football game till 11:30. $2.00 admission $3.00 for couples!! Come dance and have fun!!

Anyone interested in going to the Iowa State v/s Virginia Tech. wrestling match this Saturday must have their money turned into Mr. Calloway no later than today (Wednesday)! $10.00 covers clinic, T-shirts and admission into the match.

All soccer uniforms need to be in by this Friday.

Help Raise the Roof at Alleghany Wellness Center

Because we were in the top 100 projects voted for in October at www.refresheverything.com, we are still in the running for the $50,000 grant to replace the roof over the pool at our wellness center. SO, continue to vote each day in November. Your votes are making the difference. And if you have texting on your cell phone, text in your vote as well. Text 103205 to 73774. Do both and double your impact for our project.

Seniors - Are you a history buff, enjoy politics, do you have plans for government or military service in your future? If so, scholarships are available from $1000 to $5000. Go to gwcf.org or call 215-949-8841 for more information.

UNC Wilmington is partnering with NC State to offer a Pre-Engineering Program. Students attend UNCW for two years, then transfer to any one of the four colleges of engineering in North Carolina to finish an engineering degree. Students must meet the transfer requirements pertinent to the college of engineering to which they wish to transfer. For more information, contact Dr. Ken Diehl by phone at 910-962-4079 or email at kcdiehl@ncsu.edu. You can also visit the website at http://www.uncw.edu/preeng/.

Students can obtain a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering at UNC Asheville with all four years spent in Asheville. NC State University and UNC Asheville have teamed up to provide a joint degree, a BS in Engineering with Mechantronics Concentration. If you are interested in learning more about this degree, contact UNC Asheville campus at (828) 251-6640 or visit their website at www.unca.edu/engineering.

Yearbook on sale for $55.00 deposit $30.00 or $10.00 a month.

Seniors - If your veteran parent was a resident of North Carolina when he/she entered military service or if you are a lifelong resident of North Carolina, you may be eligible for a scholarship from the state of North Carolina to attend one of the universities, community colleges or technical institutes within the state of North Carolina. For more details, see Mrs. Miller.

Seniors start bringing in one baby picture and take them to Mrs. Rudy, by Nov. 12.

Several undergraduate scholarships are available if you are considering attending NC State. Many fall in the realm of education. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

SAT Tutoring!

All Students Taking the SAT on Nov. 6th - AHS is offering SAT Test Prep!

Dr. Cox has announced that any student that attends SAT Test Prep for at least 10 contact hours and takes the SAT Test will be reimbursed the cost of the Test Registration (approx. $47.00). So- we are offering FREE Tutoring and the cost of the test - FREE- plus you get the higher Test Scores!!!!

You must attend at least 10 hours but can do more and you may select one subject or both to be tutored. Make arrangements now and block out the days to equal at least 10 hours of tutoring to take advantage of Dr. Cox’s offer for reimbursement. Any hours attended for previous SAT Test Prep will count toward the total of 10 contact hours.

Monday- November 1st

Math Derrick Murphy 3:00 - 4:30 1.5 hours

Tuesday- November 2nd

English Lucas Pasley 3:00- 5:00 2.0 hours

Wednesday – November 3rd

Math Derrick Murphy 3:00 - 4:30 1.5 hours

Thursday – November 4th

English Lucas Pasley 3:00- 5:00 2.0 hours

Saturday – November 6th

SAT TEST “Good Luck”

Announcements

2010-11-02T08:44:00.001-04:00

Attention Beta Club Members: The semester is nearing and we want to make sure you are not getting behind on your volunteer hours, so check the bulletin board and if you see mistakes let me know. Mrs. Hash

The Trojan TRU Crew will attend a TRU training in Boone this Saturday. Students that would like to go must have a signed permission form, which are available in the office.
Open field on Wednesday at 3:45.

JV Girls practice will begin today at 3:15, Varsity at 4:15.

Parent University Night Wednesday, Nov. 3rd 5:00 – 7:30All Students and Parents 7th – 12th Grade are Invited

All JV and Varsity Volleyball uniforms are due to Mrs. Weaver by Friday.

There will be a meeting for all Dream Team members Wednesday during morning break in the old gym. All field trip forms need to be turned in at this time.

Friday Night Dance!!!!!!!! After the football game till 11:30. $2.00 admission $3.00 for couples!! Come dance and have fun!!

Anyone interested in going to the Iowa State v/s Virginia Tech. wrestling match this Saturday must have their money turned into Mr. Calloway no later than Wednesday! $10.00 covers clinic, T-shirts and admission into the match.

All soccer uniforms need to be in by this Friday.

Help Raise the Roof at Alleghany Wellness Center

Because we were in the top 100 projects voted for in October at www.refresheverything.com, we are still in the running for the $50,000 grant to replace the roof over the pool at our wellness center. SO, continue to vote each day in November. Your votes are making the difference. And if you have texting on your cell phone, text in your vote as well. Text 103205 to 73774. Do both and double your impact for our project.

Seniors - Are you a history buff, enjoy politics, do you have plans for government or military service in your future? If so, scholarships are available from $1000 to $5000. Go to gwcf.org or call 215-949-8841 for more information.

UNC Wilmington is partnering with NC State to offer a Pre-Engineering Program. Students attend UNCW for two years, then transfer to any one of the four colleges of engineering in North Carolina to finish an engineering degree. Students must meet the transfer requirements pertinent to the college of engineering to which they wish to transfer. For more information, contact Dr. Ken Diehl by phone at 910-962-4079 or email at kcdiehl@ncsu.edu. You can also visit the website at http://www.uncw.edu/preeng/.

Students can obtain a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering at UNC Asheville with all four years spent in Asheville. NC State University and UNC Asheville have teamed up to provide a joint degree, a BS in Engineering with Mechantronics Concentration. If you are interested in learning more about this degree, contact UNC Asheville campus at (828) 251-6640 or visit their website at www.unca.edu/engineering.

The General Hugh Shelton Leadership Center is pleased to offer for the seventh year a major four-year college scholarship to NC State University. The scholarship is valued at $10,000 per year (and renewable), plus an annual $2000 stipend for external leadership experiences such as study abroad. Full scholarship details are available online at www.ncsu.edu/extension/sheltonleadership/leadership-scholarships/national-scholarships.php. Application deadline is November 1, 2010.

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Seniors - If your veteran parent was a resident of North Carolina when he/she entered military service or if you are a lifelong resident of North Carolina, you may be eligible for a scholarship from the state of North Carolina to attend one of the universities, community colleges or technical institutes within the state of North Carolina. For more details, see Mrs. Miller.

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The Gates Millennium Scholars Program (GMS) will select the next cohort of 1,000 students in the 2010-2011 academic year as Gates Millennium Scholars. This renewable, need-based scholarship provides financial support throughout a Gates Scholar's undergraduate career and into graduate school for those who choose to study in one of the seven graduate disciplines: computer science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science. See Mrs. Miller for eligibility criteria and more information.
To be eligible, students must be African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American.

Several undergraduate scholarships are available if you are considering attending NC State. Many fall in the realm of education. See Mrs. Miller for more information.

SAT Tutoring!

All Students Taking the SAT on Nov. 6th - AHS is offering SAT Test Prep!

Dr. Cox has announced that any student that attends SAT Test Prep for at least 10 contact hours and takes the SAT Test will be reimbursed the cost of the Test Registration (approx. $47.00). So- we are offering FREE Tutoring and the cost of the test - FREE- plus you get the higher Test Scores!!!!

You must attend at least 10 hours but can do more and you may select one subject or both to be tutored. Make arrangements now and block out the days to equal at least 10 hours of tutoring to take advantage of Dr. Cox’s offer for reimbursement. Any hours attended for previous SAT Test Prep will count toward the total of 10 contact hours.

Monday- November 1st

Math Derrick Murphy 3:00 - 4:30 1.5 hours

Tuesday- November 2nd

English Lucas Pasley 3:00- 5:00 2.0 hours

Wednesday – November 3rd

Math Derrick Murphy 3:00 - 4:30 1.5 hours

Thursday – November 4th

English Lucas Pasley 3:00- 5:00 2.0 hours

Saturday – November 6th

SAT TEST “Good Luck”