Wednesday, February 29, 2012
LUNCH: Mandarin orange chicken with rice, stir fry veggies, pineapple, fortune cookie.
Mr. VonHolten is out of the office today.
FFA Pancake Breakfast is Saturday, March 3rd, 6:30-9:00 a.m. cost is $5.00. Come support your FFA
Booster Bingo is March 3rd, Saturday. Doors open at 5:30, play starts at 6:00. $25 per person includes 15 games of bingo,
taco in a boat, beverage and cookie. Prizes, 50/50 drawing and basket raffle. Call Barb Cooper to register 526-3600.
Varsity Scholastic bowl practice Thursday, March 1st, 7:10 in Ms. Cox’s room.
2012-2013 Spirit Squad Informational meeting is Monday, March 5th in the OHS library at 7:00. You must have a parent
attend the meeting as well.
LOST AND FOUND: We have a black Orion coat with grey mittens, a grey and black scarf, a silver bangle bracelet that
has been turned into the office if they are yours, please pick up.
Seniors: All local scholarship application information needs to be turned in NO
LATER THAN THE END OF THE DAY ON THURSDAY, MARCH 1!
Soccer Players- please turn in your booster club bracket money to your team representatives ASAP- Boys see Shane
Dierikx or Caleb Zmuda, girls see Katie Garrity or Laura Hamilton.
Attention Football- If you have not received the 2011 season highlight DVD please stop by the office to pick one up.
Prom Dress Exchange hosted by Winnie’s Wishes Resale Shop and More, Saturday March 24th from 1-4 p.m. 902 E
River Drive, Davenport. Many new and gently used formals, dresses and accessories all under $25. Hair and makeup
professionals on hand to offer consultations. Door Prizes. 563-323-5007 if you need more information.
QC Mallards Report Card Night- Friday, March 2nd Mallards vs. Fr. Wayne at 7:05. Students who earn an “A” can use
their report card to get a FREE TICKET to the game! Students can receive their ticket from the Mallards front office or
directly from the I Wireless Center Box office. Call the Mallards front office with questions. 277-1364. Students up to
Seniors in high school are eligible. Free ticket excludes glass row. One per students. All high school students who attend
will have an opportunity to register for a prom package on the concourse; Includes tux, dress, hair, nails and dinner!
Wed. Feb. 29,Thurs. Feb. 1, Fri, March 2, No events scheduled.
COUNSELOR’S CORNER:
Local scholarship opportunities: The following scholarships will go to Orion Students. If you are interested in an
application see Mrs. Baumann. They are due on or before March 1.
Stephanie Jones Memorial Award
A $500 award will be given to a senior boy and girl who have consistently exemplified the best qualities of a congenial and principled
lifestyle at school as well as in the community.
Tom W. and Lindsey G. Nicholson Memorial Award
A $750 award will be given to a senior boy and girl who have consistently exemplified the best qualities of a congenial and principled
lifestyle at school as well as in the community. In essence, it is awarded to an individual who you would like to have as your nextdoor neighbor.
Orion Lion’s Club Scholarship
To be awarded to: Any graduating Orion High School senior student who is related to an Orion Lions Club member (parent,
grandparent, uncle or aunt) and is seeking higher education for the upcoming school year at a college, university, business, or trade
school.
GREGORY F. NIGHTINGALE $500 MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Two $500.00 scholarships will be given each year to one senior boy and one senior girl graduating from Orion High School that
exemplifies a love of the game of soccer and exhibits enthusiasm in their participation during practices and games.
MATTHEW H. ANDRAE $500 ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP
“This award is given to one who best exemplifies leadership, dedication, being a team player and having a strong work ethic on and
off the field. These assets Matt employed throughout his life.” This award will be given to a senior that participated in at least 2
sports their senior year and is going to attend a 2-4 year college in the fall.
Orion Education Association Scholarship(OEA)
A one year $750, non-renewable award will be given to a senior student who will enroll in a college or university and major in an
education or an education related field.
Peterson Scholarship--$3000
A renewable scholarship is being offered to one Orion High School student who has been accepted to an accredited school to prepare
for a career in the field of his/her choice. You must have at least a 3.0 to apply.
Myron M. Robinson Trust- Scholarship Program
The Robinson Scholarship is a one-time award given to an Orion senior who will be attending an accredited institution under a
curriculum leading to certification as a registered nurse, a medical doctor, or a medical technician. The amount of any one scholarship
shall not exceed $600. Selection will be made on the following criteria.
Paul A. Peterson Computer Science Scholarship
This is a $500 renewable scholarship for someone interested in computer studies(computer technology, computer science, computer
engineering, computer repair or software development). Pick up and application in the office if interested.
AMVETS Service Foundation Scholarship: Deadline is March 1, 2012. Applications and information is available at
www.ilamvets.org Preference is given to children and grandchildren of veterans. One scholarship is for Nursing students and one if
for a student going to a Trade school.
US Bank Scholarship: $1,000 award. Deadline is March 31, 2012. Apply online at usbank.com/scholarship
National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA): Deadline: March 1, 2012. (2) $3,500 awards and (4) $2,000 awards will be
given. Any student can apply, but priority is given to students planning to study Business, Transportation Logistics, and Physical
Distribution. See Ms. Nolan for an application.
IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union Scholarship: Deadline: March 1, 2012. IHMVCU will be offering (24) $1,000 scholarships for
members of their Credit Union. Applications are available at ihmvcu.org/scholarships
South Rock Island Township Assessor’s Scholarship: Deadline: March 1, 2012. (7) $2,000 Scholarships will be awarded. Must
plan to attend an Illinois college or university. Minimum GPA of 3.0 or better. See Ms. Nolan for an application.
Augustana Art Portfolio Scholarship: Deadline: March 10, 2012. Must submit 6 to 20 original works and plan to attend Augustana.
See Ms. Nolan for more information.
Illinois Division of Sons of Confederate Veterans Scholarship: Deadline: March 15, 2012. Student must be a descendant of a male
who served honorably in the Army, Navy, Judicial, Executive, or Civil Service of the Confederate States of America. See Ms. Nolan
for an application.
Illinois-Iowa Section of the American Chemical Society: Deadline: April 1, 2012. Must be pursuing studies in chemistry,
biochemistry, or chemical engineering. See Ms. Nolan for an application.
Mississippi Valley Chapter of ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers) Scholarship:
Deadline: April 27, 2012. Must plan to study Mechanical Engineering or HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning).
Must also have a minimum of 3.0 GPA. Download application at http://www.mississippivalleyashrae.org/student/student.htm :
www.studentscholarships.org
Tri County School Food Service Association Scholarship: Deadline is March 1, 2012. Applicant should plan to major in Food
Service, Home Economics, Dietetics, Child Care or other related health fields. Any degree that involves children. Amount is $200.
See Ms. Nolan for an application.
Fast Pitch; launch your business idea: Deadline is March 1, 2012. Winner gets a new ipad, a $400 tuition waiver to Black Hawk
College’s IL SBDC certification program, advice from professionals, and a “Street Sense Marketing Bootcamp”. Details are on the
website www.henrystarkfastpitch.org
Ablities Plus Endowment: Deadline is March 23, 2012. Two,$500 scholarships will be awarded. Must be pursuing a career in the
human service fields. Ideal candidates will be pursuing a career working with individuals with disabilities or developmental delays.
Contact Abilities Plus directly for applications. Wendy Pondell by email at wpondell@abilitiesplus.org or by phone at 309-842-4626.
Rock Island Post Society of American Military Engineers: Deadline is April 2, 2012. Applicants must have acceptance into an
accredited engineering or science college (4 year) and a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher. See Ms. Nolan for more information.
Quad Cities ASCE Scholarship: Deadline is April 6, 2012. Up to $1,000 award. Must be enrolling in a Civil Engineering
curriculum. Download application at http://sections.asce.org/quadcity/scholarships.htm
Iowa PGA Section Charlie Burkart Scholarship Application: Deadline is June 15, 2012. $1,000 award given for four years (total
$4,000). Applicants should show an interest and activity in golf and have potential for future contributions to the game. See Ms.
Nolan for an application.
PARENTS CORNER: The Quad City Mallards present 2011-2012 Orion Community Night! Saturday, March 10th
7:05 game time. Quad City Mallards vs. Tulsa Oilers. Tickets lower bowl are $13, upper bowl are $9. Please contact
Seth Atkinson at 309-277-1318 or at satkinson@myqcmallards.com to get your tickets.