ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2024
Attention Drama Club: We will have our important end-of-year meeting on Friday, April 26 th after school in the auditorium until 4pm. We will be talking about our New York City trip and many end-of-year activities, in addition to electing next year’s officers. See Mr. Cossitor in the Blackbox if you cannot attend.
Attention Seniors: Are you planning to further your education to become a nurse or a healthcare technician. If so, you will want to apply for the Conemaugh Nason Auxiliary Scholarship. Deadline is fast approaching though, so don’t delay. Completed applications and essay need to be received by Nason Medical Center no later than next Friday, May 3rd .
Attention Seniors: Are you going on to college to major in education and are looking for scholarship opportunities? The Blair County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees scholarship deadline is fast approaching. Applications must be received by John Fiore, Jr., on or before Tuesday, April 30 th .
Attention Seniors: You will find a new scholarship opportunity in the literature rack outside of Guidance. The Senator Ted Kennedy Memorial Scholarship was created to assist a young Democrat to work toward future goals. If you are 18 years old or older and a registered Democrat in Blair County, stop by and pick up the application to complete. Deadline is May 31 st .
Attention Seniors: If you are planning to apply for the Pittman-Hansard Scholarship, the May 3rd deadline is fast approaching. To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must have demonstrated academic achievement, have a financial need and participate in community service.
Attention Students: The Altoona Beauty School is having an Open House on Saturday, May 4 th from 10am-1pm. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in cosmetology.
Mrs. Kelly’s Freshman Seminar students are joining forces with Mrs. Hetrick’s Freshman Seminar to collect some wish list items for the Mending Hearts Animal Rescue from Monday, April 22nd to Thursday, May 2nd. This is in conjunction with the successful dress down day that was held in March. The animal rescue is looking for the following items:
-Purina Puppy Chow or Purina One Puppy
-Milk Bone Soft Treats
-Tall White Garbage Bags
-Odoban
-Simple Green
-Medium Milk Bones
-Large Milk Bones
-Unscented Clumping Cat Litter
-NylaBone Chew Toys
-Large Chew Toys for Dogs
-Purina One Kitten (dry and canned)
-Fancy Feast Canned Food
-Purina Cat & Kitten Dry Food
-Sponges
-Paper Towels
-White Vinegar
-Laundry Detergent
-Dawn Liquid
-Double Handled Leashes
-Mountain Leashes
If you are able to donate, all donations can be dropped off to A228, Mrs. Kelly’s room or A226, Mrs. Hetrick’s room. If you prefer to make a monetary donation, Mrs. Kelly will be shopping at Petco to purchase supplies, as well. Mending Hearts will be stopping in on May 3rd to pick up these items. Let’s make this a successful collection for their animal rescue! Thank you for your support!
