Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2015
Good Morning Stallions and Staff! Today and every day will be the best days of your life. At Sligo, we expect
the Best! Our Sligo’s 2015-2016 Theme is “Sligo on the Rise”. Sligo is a school of culture diversity. This week
we will continue celebrating Hispanic American Heritage Month.
I am _________, ________________, ______________ we are your fellow Morning Announcers
Please kindly stand for the pledge of allegiance to our American Flag:
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic
For which it stands, One nation Under God, Indivisible, with liberty and justice for all
Thanks! You may now be seated.
Today’s Quotation: “Kindness has been described in many ways. It is the poetry of the heart, the music of the
world. It is a golden chain which binds society together. It is a fountain of gladness.” Words from The War Cry
TODAY IS DIALOGUE CIRCLE DAY. Refresh yourself and enjoy the discussions that will enhance you and maybe
for the rest of your life.
Today’s school announcements and reminders are as follow:
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There is no school on Friday!
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Stallions, remember that the school store is open after school from 3:00-3:15 starting today. It will be
open on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school from 3:00-3:15. Items may be purchased with cash only,
not BEST Bucks’.
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Attention 7th graders. The 7th grade field trip permission slip and money deadline for the October 23rd
field trip to Medieval Times is approaching soon. All permission slips and money are due to Mr. Gruber
or Mr. Butler by Thursday, October 15th. For you convenience, you may also pay on line through the
school web site. Any parents needing financial assistance should send a note to Mr. Gruber or Mr.
Butler. We look forward to all our 7th grade students having this wonderful experience.
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“Are you interested in running for Student Government? There will be an interest and information
meeting on NEXT Tuesday, October 13th in Mr. Schultz’s Room, Room 128, during BEST. Again, Student
Government interest meeting Room 128 on THIS MORNING during BEST”. (end 10.13.15)
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Career Day, Career Day: Sligo is getting ready for Career Day 2015. Take home your flyer to see if your
parent or guardian can be part of Career Day on Friday, November 13. We would like to hear about
their profession. Past presenters are welcome to return. Forms should be turned in to the front office.
Thank you! (end 10.29.15)
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Sligo’s Rec Xtra Cooking club starts tomorrow with Chef Sandy in the staff lounge. Seats are
limited to 12 students per session (which is 6 weeks). The second session will start around
spring time. Rec Xtra Martial Arts club with Mr. Nguyen and Minecraft club with Ms. Heller
will hold an information meeting tomorrow. Everyone is welcome to come and
participate. For more Rec Xtra clubs information, please see Ms. Hernandez or to Mr. Lear on
the main office.
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There will be Rec Xtra Art club tomorrow in room #104 with Ms. Muhn. Also, next week Rec
Xtra Bughouse Chess will hold an information meeting on Tuesday, October 20th.
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Sligo’s First Annual Fitness Fun Day and we are kicking things off with a school-wide t-shirt design
contest. As part of the Fitness Fun Day each student will get a free t-shirt to wear on Nov 19 for the
event. The selected design will be printed on the front of all 800 t-shirts!
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Stallions, today is Picture Taking Day. Your photo taking is during your P. E. Class time!
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”Northwood will host the DCC Open House on Wednesday, October 14th at 7pm for 8th graders and
their families interested in attending Northwood next year. Participants will learn about Academy
Programs and the many diverse opportunities Northwood has to offer. If you arrive a bit early, staff and
students will be available at the Table Fair from 6:30-8:45pm, and Breakout Sessions will be offered to
help attendees gain a greater understanding of Northwood’s programs related to their interests. Food
trucks will also be on-site in the front courtyard from 5:30-8:30pm. We are looking forward to meeting
the class of 2020!” Danika K. Wiggins, Academy Coordinator of Northwood High School
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Homework Hotline Live is back on the web and TV! Go to Ask H-H-L dot org or MCPS cable TV to get
help from real MCPS teachers. The TV show is from 4:30 to 6 o’clock, and online help is from 4:30 until
9:30. Call 301-279-3234 or go to Ask H-H-L dot org. That’s 301-279-3234 and Ask H-H-L dot org.
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Thanks for sharing with us your undivided attention. We appreciate your kindness and respect. Make
today and each day your VERY BEST DAY! Have a most enjoyable DAY and most wonderful week.