Moscow High Pride
February 28, 2013
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Today’s Events
Environmental Club meets during lunch in room 104. Ms. Eareckson
Softball Practice is from 5:30-7:00 PM @ MHS Gym. Coach Matsuoka
Jazz Band – meet during lunch on Friday, March 1, to listen to your performance recording from jazz festival and read evaluation comments. Mr. Pals
Students that are participating in Athletics after school and need transportation to the field house should catch bus 102 @ 3:19 or bus 101 @ 3:20. Mr. Green
Boys Basketball @ State Tournament vs. Emmett 5:15 PST.
News
Wrestling banquet is Wednesday, March 6th in the MHS cafeteria from 6:00-7:30 PM. Coach Davis
Film Festival – The first annual MHS Film Festival will be held during lunch on Thursday, March 21st. This will give you time to make videos. Forms are available in
the office – Deadline for submission is Tuesday, March 19th. Themes can range from humor to action/adventure. Everyone is invited to participate. Thank you and
have a nice day. Arts Committee
AP Registration begins Monday, March 4th
Deadline to register for an AP exam: March 29th.
Students must bring a check made out to Moscow High to the counseling center and sign up with Trudy Klas.
Mr. MHS will be held on April 4th. There will be an informational meeting for all senior boys who would like to participate on Tuesday, March 5th during lunch in
Mr. Huff’s Room (56).
Arts Fest Applications are available in the office. Deadline is Tuesday, March 20th.
National Honors Society Red Cross Blood Drive will take place on Tuesday, March 19th. Sign up in the office to donate blood! You must be at least 110 pounds.
You must get permission slips signed if you are 16 or younger. Permission slips and details about donor specifications can be found in the office. Slips are due
March 6th to Mrs. McKennon, Room 129. Students can use this as activity points for Mr. Wear’s class. Mrs. Thornton is offering a “skip one quiz” card for her
students who give blood.
Club News
Chemistry Study Session Monday in room 105 from 3:15-3: 45.
HOSA meets the 2nd and 4th Monday during lunch in the Career Center (125A)
Robotics/Electronics Club meets on Monday during lunch in room 46. Mr. Blount
Anime Club meets the 2nd & 4th Monday during lunch in room 58. Ms. Garcia
Human Rights & International Club (HRAI) meets on Monday during lunch in room 205. Ms. Eareckson
Cancer Awareness Club meets on Monday during lunch in room 125. Ms. Hannon
BPA meets on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday during lunch in room 56. Mr. Huff
Key Club meets on Tuesday during lunch in room 127. Mr. Walker
IDFY meets on Tuesday during lunch in room 304. Mr. Gerke
Technology Club meets on Tuesday after school in room 45. Mr. Russell
Future Problem Solvers meet on Tuesday & Friday during lunch in room 201. Ms. Wissner
Photography Club meets on Wednesday during lunch in room 46. Mr. Huff & Mr. Shipley
Art Club meets on 2nd & 4th Wednesday during lunch in room 43. Ms. McMurtry
Buddy Club meets on the 1st & 3rd Thursday during lunch in room 128. Ms. Singleton
Environmental Club meets on Thursday during lunch in room 104. Ms. Eareckson
Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) meets on Friday during lunch in room 112. Mr. Shipley
FFA meets on Friday during lunch in room 111. Mr. Quinn
Math Club meets on Friday during lunch in room 208. Mr. Gravel
Chess Club meets on Friday during lunch in the Commons or Room 207. Ms. Weaver
Sports
Activities Information can be found at www.highschoolsports.net
Counseling News
AP Registration begins Monday, March 4th
Deadline to register for an AP exam: March 29th.
Students must bring a check made out to Moscow High to the counseling center and sign up with Trudy Klas.
Fees:
Regular exam fee: $89 per exam.
Reduced fee: $53 Students who qualify for free and reduced lunch qualify for a reduced fee.
Alternate exams for Late testing due to state sports or BPA Nationals: $129
If a student is sick on the day of the exam or qualifies for state athletic competition after May 10th, they will be refunded $76 due to Collegeboard charging $13 for
each unused exam. Note to spring athletes and kids in academic competitions: The deadline to order a late exam due to qualifying for state or academic
competitions is May 10th. We cannot order exams after May 10th.
All test dates are set in stone by Collegeboard and are not negotiable.
Regular Tests:
Spanish Language:
English Literature:
French Language & Culture:
Biology:
Tuesday, May 7th 7:30 a.m.
Thursday, May 9th 7:30 a.m.
Tuesday, May 14th 11:30 a.m.
Friday, May 24th 7:30 a.m.
Last Testing Schedule: This is not students who miss exam due to illness.
Spanish Language:
Thursday, May 23rd 11:30
English Literature:
Friday, May 24th 7:30
French Language & Culture:
Wednesday, May 22nd 11:30 a.m.
Biology:
Friday, May 24th 11:30 a.m.
WSU upcoming deadlines and events
Preview for Juniors is April 27, 2013. It is a day long program designed for high school students and their families beginning their college search. Students will get
a first look at WSU’s facilities and academic offerings, meet with WSU faculty and students, and receive a campus tour. For more information visit www.preview-forjuions.wsu.edu
Destination WSU is a day long program designed for students who have been offered admission to WSU. Students have a chance to attend an academic fair, eat in
a WSU dining center, watch a presentation from an academic department of their choice, and receive information on WSU’s scholarships, financial aid, housing
options, and the WSU Honors College. Destination WSU takes place on March 30 and April 20 for all students. A special event for out of state students will take
place April 4-6. For more information visit www.destination.wsu.edu
Imagine Tomorrow is an interdisciplinary competition for students in grades 9 through 12 from Washington, Idaho, Montana, and Oregon. Student teams will
choose a challenge from technology, design, behavior, or biofuels to address this year’s topic: Ideas fuel the future. Only 175 teams will be able to participate and
the winning teams will earn up to $1000 for each student team member, and $5000 for their school. Imagine Tomorrow takes place May 18-20. For more
information, visit www.imagine.wsu.edu
Upcoming ACT Test Dates
Date
Registration Deadline
4/13/13
3/8/13
6/8/13
5/3/13
Late Registration
3/9-22/13
5/4-17/13
Upcoming SAT Test Dates
Date
Registration Deadline
3/9/13
2/8/13
5/4/13
4/5/13
6/1/13
5/2/13
Late Registration
2/22/13
4/19/13
5/17/13
Campus Visits
A representative from the following schools will be on campus to meet with any junior or seniors interested:
The U.S. Army will be in the Commons during lunch the 2nd Thursday of every month.
Scholarships
For up to date scholarships visit http://msdweb.msd281.org/wordpress/highschool/counseling-center/scholarship-opportunities/
Margaret Galbraith Scholarship: Applicants must be graduating seniors in Benewah or Latah County, Idaho and attending North Idaho College, the University of
Idaho or the University of Washington. Academic achievement, financial need and community service are factors for selection. To apply go to
http://www.inwcf.org/receive/apply-for-scholarships. Amount: Up to $3000
Deadline: March 1, 2013
Idaho Scholarships - For more information on Idaho scholarships go to www.boardofed.idaho.gov/scholarship/scholarship_jump.asp. Amount: Varies. Deadline:
January 15 – March 1, 2013.
Lewis-Clark State College -Scholastic Achievement Scholarships for Idaho students. For more information go to www.lcsc.edu/financialaid Amount: Varies
Deadline: Starting December 1, 2012 and ending March 2, 2013.
Far West Agribusiness Association Scholarship Program - Any full time student from Washington, Idaho, Utah or Nevada may apply. Applicaions and
instructions for applying are available on their website at www.fwaa.org. Amount: $1000 Deadline: March 10, 2013
LCSC Scholarships - LCSC is offering a high school leadership scholarship for students who have held a leadership position during junior or senior year. General
requirements and application may be found at www.lcsc.edu/financialaid/scholarships-merit.htm. Amount: Varies Deadline: March 15, 2013
Boise State University Foundation Scholarship - Multiple scholarships available. See Counseling Center for more information. Amount: Varies Deadline :
March 15, 2013.
Chanda Morris JV Scholarship – Volunteer Services - You must be a graduating senior and have participated in the Junior Volunteer Program, you must also have
contributed a minimum of 40 hours to the program and do not need to be pursuing a degree in healthcare. For more information go to www.gritman.org/aboutscholarships. Amount: Varies Deadline: March 15, 2013.
Cherrington Auxilliary Scholarship - You must be a freshmen or first year healthcare student from Latah County who show outstanding achievements in areas
such as academics, fine arts, athletics, school activities, and community service. A minimum current GPA of 3.0. for more information go to www.gritman.org/aboutscholarships Amount: $1000 Deadline: March 15, 2013.
Ed Tsutakawa Scholarship - Applicants must be college students pursuing studies aimed at careers in international business or international trade who are from
Eastern Washington or North Idaho or attending post secondary educational institutions operating in Eastern Washington or North Idaho. Academic
accomplishments and financial need are considered in selecting a scholarship recipient. Recipients are eligible to reapply in subsequent years. Graduate students
and undergraduates may apply at http://www.inwcf.org/receive/apply-for-scholarships. Amount: Varies Deadline: March 18, 2013
The McGregor Company Scholarship Program - To apply you must be a high school senior graduating in 2013, complete the application at www.mcgregor.com
get two letters of recommendation, write an essay on the topic designated in the application and enclose your transcript. Amount: $1000
Deadline: March 20, 2013
L. Clay Boyd Memorial Healthcare Scholarship - You must be a high school senior in Latah County with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and have a financial need to
attend college, you must be pursuing an education in any healthcare field. Applications are in the Counseling Center. Amount: $1500 Deadline: March 29, 2013.
Midge Presol Medical Scholarship - You must be pursuing a healthcare related career, be an established resident of Latah or Whitman County or current Gritman
Medical Center Employee or volunteer, have proof of enrollment for a Healthcare program. To apply complete the application, have two letters of recommendation.
Applications are in the Counseling Center. Amount: Varies Deadline: March 29, 2013.
Janet Chisholm Martin Healthcare Scholarship - You must be a high school senior with a GPA of 2.0 or higher and who has a financial need to attend college, you
must be pursuing an education in a healthcare field such as: Doctor of Medicine, nursing, medical technicians, physical therapy or pharmacy. To apply see the
Counseling Center. Amount: $1000 Deadline: March 29, 2013.
Irene Gustafson Scholarship Fund - For seniors at Moscow High School who possess ability in both written and oral English, creative writing ability, and are
involved in at least one charitable activity. To apply go to www.idcomfd.org/scholarships Amount: $846 Deadline: April 1, 2013.
Larry J. May Hospitality Management Scholarship Fund - For full time students enrolled in a degree-seeking program related to the hospitality industry, including
hotel/lodging, food service/restaurant, entertainment/golf club, resort, and the travel/tourism industries. To apply go to www.idcomfd.org/scholarships. Amount:
Varies Deadline: April 1, 2013.
Roger C. Sathre Memorial Scholarship Fund - For Idaho high school graduates planning to enroll full time in a professional technical or professional technical
teacher education program. To apply go to www.idcomfd.org/scholarships. Amount: Varies Deadline: April 1, 2013.
Alois and Marie Goldmann Memorial Scholarship Fund - For seniors at any Idaho high school intending to seek an advanced education at any Idaho institution of
higher learning. To apply go to www.idcomfd.org/scholarships. Amount: Varies Deadline: April 1, 2013.
Mike Crapo Math and Science - For full time first year students majoring in math, science, or engineering at a four year college or university in the state of Idaho.
To apply go to www.idcomfd.org/scholarships. Amount: $1000 Deadline: April 1, 2013
Kiwanis Teen Film Festival - Minimum and maximum film length depending on category. Open to any Idaho and Western Wyoming High School Students grade 912 entry fee of $20.00 which includes 4 admission tickets. Festival begins at 6:30 pm in Idaho Falls on Saturday, April 27, 2013. For entry forms and rules go to
www.kiwanisteenfilmgestival.org. Amount: $1000 Deadline: April 12, 2013
Horatio Alger Association -You must be enrolled as a full time high school senior, progressing normally toward graduation and planning to enter college no later
than the fall following graduation. Have critical financial need, involvement in co-curricular and community activities, demonstrated integrity and perseverance in
overcoming adversity, a minimum GPA of 2.0 and be a US Citizen. All applicants must submit an online application have at least one letter of support: submit an
official high school transcript that includes senior year. To apply go to www.horatioalger.org. Amount: $5000 Deadline: April 15, 2013
Moscow Central Lions Club - To be eligible, students must enroll at the U of I or in a vocational, technical, or academic program of at least one academic year in
duration at a post secondary school in Idaho beginning Fall 2013, complete an application and include a cover letter, high school transcript, letter of recommendation
and resume,. See Counseling Center for an application. Amount: $600 Deadline: April 15, 2013.
2013 Student-View Scholarship Program - No minimum SAT/ACT score or GPA, no essay required no lengthy application forms, no application fees. Simply log
on to www.student-view.com and complete a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in your area. Amount: $500-$4000 Deadline: April 21, 2013
US Bank Scholarship Program - You must be a high school senior planning to enroll in a 4 year college or university participating in the U.S. Bank Loan Program.
To apply go to www.usbank.com/scholarship. Amount: $1000 Deadline: May 31, 2013
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