Announcements Thursday, October 10, 2013 Executive Committee Meeting (Boardroom) SHOF Committee Meeting Romauction Committee Meeting Bell 1 Daily Mass Schedule – Today during 6th period. School Ministry – Have you ever thought about being in the priesthood? Do you think the Lord may be inviting you to consider the priesthood? St. Charles Seminary is holding a “Come and See” Weekend Retreat November 8-10. This retreat is an opportunity for high school young men who wish to know more about seminary life, priesthood and the steps to discerning a priestly vocation. Hear from seminarians and priests how they awakened to their own call to “come and see” and ultimately follow the Lord. For more information or to register, call 610667-5778 or visit www.HeedTheCall.org Guidance – *M&T Bank After School Internship - M&T Bank is looking for a Roman junior or senior interested in the field of finance. This is an after school paid internship at M&T Bank's Center City offices at 117 S. 18th Street. They will need someone from the hours of 2-4 P.M. Please only apply if you do not have an 8th period. See Sister Jane in Guidance for details School Store – The School Store will be closed after 4th period today. Chance Drive- A reminder that our annual RCHS Chance Drive Drawing will take place on Friday, October 11th. Ticket stubs are due in the Financial Affairs Office TODAY, October 10th. The Chance Drive is linked to the $170 student fundraising fee. If you have not yet brought your chances back, please do so ASAP so you can take advantage of an opportunity to win one of our 3 prizes. There are also incentives for those students who sell above the required $170. Chances and a letter from Father Flanagan were distributed to all students on the first day of school. If you haven’t received your chances, or if you have a question regarding the Chance Drive, please notify the Student Affairs Office immediately. Homecoming Dance – The Homecoming Dance will be held on Saturday, October 19th. Tickets are $30 per couple and include food and refreshments. Information Sheets and Permission Forms for the Homecoming Dance are available in the Student Affairs Office. Permission Forms must be completed by both student and guest then submitted to Mr. DiMartino for approval. Once approved, tickets may be purchased in the Finance Office. Tickets must be purchased no later than Tuesday, October, 15th. ATTENTION FRESHMAN, SOPHOMORES and JUNIORS: Underclassman yearbook portraits will be taken next week during all the lunch periods. Portraits will be taken in the gym. Order forms were distributed in homerooms on Wednesday. Students are asked to bring these order forms home and discuss with your parents/guardians. Please return your order form with the money to the Lifetouch representative next week at the time your portrait is taken. - Freshman portraits will be taken on Monday, October 14. - Sophomore portraits will be taken on Tuesday, October 15. - Junior portraits will be taken on Thursday, October 17. Students are reminded to ensure that your hair is neatly groomed and that you are cleanly shaven. You will be required to have your portrait taken in your WINTER UNIFORM. Please remember to wear shirt, tie, and sweater on the day that your portraits are scheduled. Students are to cooperate with the directives of the Office of Student Affairs and the lunch moderators regarding this matter. Otherwise, you risk your picture not being placed in the yearbook. Friday, October 18th will be used to take portraits of those who did not have their portrait taken on their assigned day. Attention all Business STARs: If you were chosen as a Business STAR of the Month, please report directly to the cafeteria TODAY after homeroom for the photo. You will be admitted late to 1st period. Art Club – The Art Club will hold its first meeting TODAY after 8th period in the art room. Bring your project ideas for the year ahead. All new members welcome! World Affairs Club - The World Affairs Club will meet TODAY after 8th period in Room 46 to plan the upcoming International Student Summit. All members and any interested students are asked to attend. Football - Varsity football practice will be held upstairs in the gym today at 3:15 Wrestling - It's not too late to join the wrestling team! Team lifts and workouts are Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays after school. If interested show up or e-mail Coach Gault at wrestling@romancatholichs.net Track & Field- Any student interested in participating in Indoor or Outdoor Track & Field are encouraged to come to a general meeting in the cafeteria on Monday, October 14th, at 2:45 PM. Please plan to attend as Coach Ziegler will be taking sizes for new uniforms. Room Changes – Fr. Casey – 7th period to the classroom, 8th period dismissed. Mr. Cunningham – 1st period to the cafeteria, 3rd, 5th, 6th and 7th period to the classroom. Mr. Cameron – 2nd period to the cafeteria, 3rd, 4th and 7th period to the classroom, 8th period dismissed with assignment. Upcoming Schedule –Friday, October 11, 2013 RCHS Chance Drive Drawing Bell 1 Please remember to always check the online calendar for the latest information and updates on events.