Moscow High Pride
February 24, 2012
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Today’s Events
Gay-Straight Alliance Club will meet during lunch TODAY in room 112.
Electronics Club will meet during lunch TODAY in room 46.
Tennis players please meet in the hallway by the office at 3:30 TODAY.
Baseball practice TODAY at Bear Field @4:00.
Track and Field practice TODAY @ 3:51.
1st Golf Practice TODAY @ 3:20 PM in room 59.
Wrestling V Boys A TBA State Wrestling Holt Arena, Pocatello
There’s performance poetry Saturday night at One World Café from 7-10 p.m. Senior slam poet Tristan Sokol will be one of the artists representing
Spoken Poetry. Come out and support Tristan this Saturday.
News
2012 American Legion Gem State Boys State - Attention All 11th Grade Young Men
The 69th Annual American Legion Gem State Boys Session Applications and Information packets are now available in the Counseling Center.
Applications and a fee of $25 are due March 9th. See Trudy for more information.
Hear ye, hear ye! Cast auditions for the all-school musical comedy Once Upon a Mattress will be held Monday and Tuesday the 27th & 28th. Don’t
miss a performance opportunity you’ll remember the rest of your life-see Mrs. Tousley in room 308 for details and sigh up!
Buddy Club needs semi-formal dresses for the Friendship Ball. If you would be willing to loan a dress of yours for the evening, bring it to
Room 128.
The State of Idaho is providing all Idaho public school students with free access to the Official SAT Online Course™. This interactive tool includes
10 official practice tests, 18 interactive lessons and online reports to help educators follow student progress. It can be used as part of a teacherguided program or students can work independently at their own pace. www.sat.org/Idaho
The SAT test date for juniors is Wednesday, April 18, 2012. The test will be held In the Auditorium from 8:00 AM – 12:00.
Club News
The Writing Center will be open Tuesday and Thursdays during lunch, 11:53-12:38, in Annex 58.
Human Rights & International Club (HRAI) will meet during lunch on Mondays in room 208.
Math Club will meet during lunch on Mondays in room 125. Mr. Brandt
MHS Chemistry Study Group will meet on Mondays in the Library from 3:15-3:45 pm. Mr. Shipley
Future Problem Solvers will meet during lunch on Tuesdays in room 201. Ms. Wissner
Buddy Club will meet during lunch on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month in room 128. Ms. Banks
Chess Club will meet during lunch on Tuesdays in room 207. Ms. Weaver
BPA meets during lunch on the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month in room 56. Mr. Huff
MHS Chapter of IDFY meets during lunch on Tuesdays in room 304. Mr. Gerke
Modeling and Rocket Club meets during lunch on Tuesday in room 125. Mr. Brandt
Orchestra Club meets on Tuesdays from 6:00-7:30 PM at MJHS. Ms. Cameron
Art Club meets during lunch on Wednesdays in room 43. Ms. McMurtry
ASB will meet during lunch on Wednesdays in the Counseling Center. Mr. Hoogsteen & Ms. Jakich
Key Club will meet during lunch on Wednesdays in room 127. Mr. Walker
Knowledge Bowl will meet during lunch on Wednesday in room 201. Ms. Wissner
MHS Debate Club will meet after school on Wednesdays in room 209. Mr. Hightower
Technology Club will meet after school on Thursdays in room 45. Mr. Russell
Environmental Club will meet during lunch on Thursdays in room 208. Ms. Eareckson
Gay-Straight Alliance Club will meet during lunch on Fridays in room 112. Mr. Shipley
Electronics Club will meet during lunch on Fridays in room 46. Mr. Blount
Sports
Activities Information can be found at www.highschoolsports.net
02/25/12 Saturday Wrestling V Boys A TBA State Wrestling Holt Arena, Pocatello
Counseling News
Campus Visits – Representatives from the following schools will be on campus:
Oregon Institute of Technology
3/5/12
Upcoming ACT Test Dates
Date
Registration Deadline
April 14
March 9
June 9
May 4
Upcoming SAT Test Dates
Date
Registration Deadline
Mar 10
February 10
May 5
April 6
June 2
May 8
9:00 AM
Counseling Center
Late Registration
March 23
May 18
Late Registration
February 24
April 20
May 22
Idaho SAT School Day - We want to help you get ready for Idaho SAT® School Day on April 18, 2012, so we are working with the College Board —
the maker of the test — to provide you with free access to The Official SAT Online Course™(a $69.95 value). There’s no better way to sharpen your
skills and get ready for test day than by using this interactive online course. Your 18-month subscription lets you practice whenever you want and
gives you unlimited access to:
• 18 lessons with interactive activities
• 10 practice tests and over 600 practice questions — just like the ones you’ll see on test day
• Personalized score reports and detailed answer explanations —helping you understand where to focus additional study
• Sample essays written by other students
Registering for The Official SAT Online Course is easy:
1. Go to satonlinecourseschool.org
2. In the “Students” box, click “Register Now.”
3. Enter the code you received at school.
4. Use your existing collegeboard.org account to sign in, or create a new account. If you don’t have your code, please contact your school guidance
counselor or SAT Coordinator. No matter when you plan to take the SAT, it’s never too early to start getting ready. Take advantage of this powerful
online tool by signing up today!
The SAT test date for juniors is Wednesday, April 18, 2012. Test will be given in the Auditorium from 8:00 AM – 12:00.
A representative from Careers in Peace will have an information table during Lunch on the 2nd Wednesday of each month throughout the school
year.
Scholarships
John and Joan H Carley Scholarship - Boise State University - For students majoring in Business or Economics, who would find it difficult or
impossible to attend Boise State University without financial assistance. Four scholarships are awarded every year to new entering freshman
students, who are eligible to have the scholarship renewed for an additional three years as long as they continue to pursue a business major and
maintain the required GPA. To apply go to http://cobe.boisestate.edu/students/files/2010/11/Carley-application-FY131.pdf Deadline 2/24/12
Society of Women Engineers - You must be a woman from anywhere in Idaho entering your freshman year of college and prove that you will be
attending a 4 or 5 year engineering school, write an essay written about your desire to enter an engineering or engineering related field and why
that particular field interest you. Academic achievements will also be considered. You will need a recommendation from a high school teacher,
and list extracurricular activities and accomplishments. To apply go to http://swiswe.org/scholarships.html
Amount: Around $2000
Deadline: 2/26/12
Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarship - The Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarship Program focuses on developing talent in the engineering
and geosciences field by providing assistance to graduating high school seniors who have expressed an interest in the energy industry and
demonstrated an aptitude in mathematics and science. You must be a graduating high school senior enrolling in engineering or geosciences at
universities identified by Shell. Upon successful completion of first year studies and other criteria established by Shell, the recipient may be eligible
to receive a four-year renewable award of $5,000 annually. To apply go to http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php Amount: $2500
Deadline: 2/28/12
NIAAA - 1. You must have achieved at least two of the following: (A) a minimum of B+ average (B )ranked in the top 25% of your class
(C) ACT score of 24 or SAT score of 1100 (verbal and Math only) 2. Participated in two sports for at least two years in each sport
3. earned at least one varsity letter in each of two sports 4. Complete a scholar/essay application 5. have a letter of recommendation from the
high school athletic administrator/director 6. The athletic director must sign the application to insure that the academic information submitted is
accurate. For application see the Counseling Center.
Amount: State Winners $500
NIAAA section winners $1000
National Winners $2000
Deadline: 2/ 28/12
Far West Agribusiness Association Scholarship Program -Any full time student from Washington, Idaho, Utah or Nevada may apply. Applications
and instructions for applying are available on their website at www.fwaa.org
Amount: $1000
2/29/12
Heartflite ALC Services, Inc. 2012 Scholarship Fund - You must be related to an ALC member, and be going into the medical field. Applications are
in the Counseling Center.
Amount: $1000
Deadline: 2/29/12
Dave Kludt – ALC Natural Resource 2012 Scholarship Fund - You must demonstrate that you are related to an ALC Member and planning to attend
college or technical school in a field of study that will return you to work in the natural resource arena. To apply see the Counseling Center.
Amount: $1000
Deadline: 2/29/12
Buick Achievers Scholarship Program - Apply if you will be enrolling for full-time study as a first-time freshman at a 4-year college or university,
plan to major in one of the following: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or Design and you are
interested in a career in the automotive or related industries. Go to www.buickachievers.come for more information Amount: Up to $25,000
Deadline: 2/29/12
Dr. Arnita Young Boswell Scholarship - To be eligible you must enter an accredited college or university as a freshman, sophomore, junior or senior
in 2012 and have a GPA of 2.75 or better. To apply go to http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php. Amount $1000 Deadline 3/1/12
Margaret Galbraith Scholarship - Applicants must be graduating seniors in Benewah or Latah County, Idaho and attending either 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 $2500 Deadline 3/1/12
Idaho Scholarships - For more information on Idaho scholarships go to www.boardofed.idaho.gov/scholarship/scholarship_jump.asp
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 3/1/12
Society of Professional Journalists Essay Scholarship - To be eligible you must be a student enrolled in grades 9-12 in U.S. public, private and home
schools, you must submit original work and have a sponsoring teacher sign the entry form. To apply go to
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/php Amount: $1000
Deadline 3/8/12
Love What’s Real Challenge - Organize one or more activities or events to promote what’s real about healthy and abusive teen relationships during
February 2012. Be sure to work with your high school administration, teachers, adult leaders, and other school organizations. To enter go to
www.lovewhatsreal.com
Amount: $1000
Deadline: 3/9/12
USPAACC Scholarships - You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of application, for the Bruce Lee scholarship you may come from any
Ethnic background, for the rest of the scholarships you must be of Asian American Descent. You must be a citizen or permanent resident of the
U.S. beginning full time study at an accredited post secondary educational institution in the United States in the Fall of 2012.
To apply go to http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php Amount: $5000
Deadline 3/16/12
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: Up to $2500
Deadline: 3/18/12
Sammy 2012 Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year Award - Person being nominated must be a legal resident of the 48 contiguous United
States or the District of Columbia, who as of November 17, 2011, is enrolled as a full time student, you must have a GPA of 3.2 or higher and
participates in a high school sport or club sport during the 2011-2012 school year. Applicants cannot have been arrested, charged with, or
convicted of any crime. You must be enrolled as a full time student matriculating at a State accredited four year college or university, carrying a
minimum of 12 credits for the 2012 Fall semester. Trade, vocational and community colleges are not eligible. You must be at least 18 years old at
the time of nomination and may nominate yourself. Visit https://www.sammyapplication.com to apply. Amount $7500 Deadline 3/19/12
McGregor Company Scholarship Program - To apply you must be a high school senior graduating in 2012, 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: 3/20/12
Clearwater Power Scholarship (You)th Rally - You must be a sophomore or junior whose parents or guardians are members of Clearwater Power.
Applications must be requested by March 15 and be completed and returned by March 31. To request and complete an application go to
www.clarwaterpower.com Or call 1-888-743-1501.
Amount: $500-$1200
Deadline: 3/31/12
U.S. 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 usbank.com/scholarship
Amount: $1000
Deadline: 3/31/12
Chapter CC P.E.O. Scholarship - You must be a young woman graduating from a Latah County High School, have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, have three
letters of recommendation from a high school teacher, a person from the community and a person of your choice but not a relative, show your
plans for your continued education at an accredited college, University or technical school. You must write a brief essay stating your interest in
applying for this scholarship. For more information see the Counseling Center.
Amount: $1000 Deadline: 3/31/12
Primeland Cooperatives - You must be a senior graduating spring 2012, submit a 150-500 word essay answering the question: “As you pursue a
higher education, what is your choice of college major and how will that field of study positively impact agriculture in the future?” If you have any
questions please call Darrel Uhlorn at 208-962-3435. Mail essays to Darrel Uhlorn, 423 Pierce Road, Primland Board of Directors, Cottonwood, ID
83522.
Interscholastic Star Student Recognition Scholarship Award - Applicants must be juniors who participate or have participated in at least one
IHSAA-sponsored sport and one IHSAA-sponsored activity. Applications must be typed on an official application. Forms may be downloaded from
the IHSAA website www.idhsaa.org or can be emailed from the ISHAA office. For more information contact Allen Green at greena@msd281.org
Amount: $1000
Deadline: 4/1/12
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 Amount: $846
Deadline: 4/1/12
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
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 4/1/12
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
Amount: $1000
Deadline: 4/1/12
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
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 4/1/12
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
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 4/1/12
Kiwanis Teen Film Festival - For list of rules and requirements go to www.kiwanisteenfilmfestival.ort Amount: $1,000 Deadline: 4/2/12
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: 4/15/12
2012 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.
Student Scholarships.org - Visit https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php For a variety of scholarships. Amount $500-$5000
Deadline 6/30/12
Alert Magazine -You must be a graduating senior with a GPA of 2.5 or better going to college the following school year. Write a 650-800 double
spaced word essay about a personal encounter you or someone you know has had with drug and/or alcohol abuse, how it was dealt with, what you
learned from it, and what was right or wrong about the way the incident or problem was handled. Submit the essay and high school transcripts,
photo, name, phone number, address, and school name and email to: Alert Magazine, Attn: Scholarship, P.O. Box 4833, Boise, ID 83711. If you
have any questions call 1-800-398-0842 or visit www.alertmagazine.org/scholarship.php. Amount $500/No Deadline
The Christian Connector, Inc. - Visit www.christianconnector.com to request information and automatically be entered in the $2,500.00
scholarship drawing! Amount Varies
Fastweb: Check out www.fastweb.comfor personalized scholarship matches and financial aid and FAFSA information. Amount over 1.5 million
scholarships.
STRIVE (State Tuition Reimbursement as Incentive for Volunteer Emergency Responders) - You must be an active volunteer in good standing with
department and respond to 25% of calls, have a GPA of at least 2.5, and obtain Firefighter 1 or First Responder within 24 months of becoming a
volunteer. For application packet and more details about qualifications, visit VolunteerFirefighter.org or call 1-855-VOL-FIRE
Amount: Up to $5,000 per year
Deadline: None given
Next Step - Fill form out online at www.nextstepmag.com. Amount Varies
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