Stafford High SchoolDaily Announcements

Today is Friday, March 13, 2015

a “Y” Day

Light it Up at Stafford’s First Glow Dance

Saturday, March 14th , 8pm – 11pmIn the SHS Gym

What is a GLOW Dance?It’s a dance where the lighting is black lights & most

colors, especially white, will glow.Dress is causual

Tickets are $10 in advanceand $15 at the door.

Glow Dance Tickets

This is the last day to buyGLOW tickets for $10 during lunch,

They are $15 at the door!

It’s Spirit Week

Friday, MAR 13th is Spirit Day!

CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations to the Debate Teamfor their 3rd place finish at the

Conference Championship last night. Lydia Bullock and Kaitlyn Sullivan finished 4th in Public Forum Debate and are the alternates

to the Regional Championship next week. David Mundy and Madison Walker finished 3rd

and 4th, respectively, and will represent Stafford at Regionals. Congratulations to all members of the team for a great showing.

Congratulations toBen Austin

Charles KreshoCorey Lando

For earning the high scores in the most recent Virginia Math League Competition.

Cory also has the cumulative high score for Stafford High School.

Congratulations to the followingMasonry student

on a job well done at the

SkillsUSA district 11 Masonry contest.

4th place: Irving Davis3rd place: John Hilson

2nd place: Kaiden Lewis1st place: Mike Sterne

Congratulations to Tressa Largent and Mary Faith Stearns

known as the Beautifully Broken Team for advancing to the State Destination

Imagination Tournament. They scored 99/100 on the instant challenge which was the highest scores of all the teams.

Their team manager is Jennifer Stearns. :)

Congratulations to theSHS Forensics Team

Stafford finished 3rd in the 6A Regional Tournament.TOP FINISHES:• 2nd in Prose: William Howell• 2nd in Storytelling: Ruby Colebaugh• 2nd in Serious Dramatic Interp.: Courtney Mears• 3rd in Poetry: Monica Kelley• 3rd in Serious Duo: Courtney Clyde & Chris Alison• 4th in Humorous Duo: Lexi Swager & Will Stimpson

Congratulations to theCast & Crew of the SHS Theater Department’s production of

BACK BOG BEAST BAIT,Named the VHSL 6A State Theater Runner-Up.

Also congratulations to ELISE ANDREW, who won anOutstanding Acting Award.

Readers Needed forMarch Madness Kindle Tournament

Read 5 books in 10 weeks…which one will you choose to win the challenge? First 24 students to sign-up will make

the team. Sign Up Library.

Attention Students:The Sophomore Class

is collecting items for Empowerhouse: a house for domestic violence for women and children. Items

range from any household goods and cleaning products, diapers/pullups and wipes, dry foods and canned goods, as well as healthy snacks for

children. Students can also donate food, gas cards, and phone cards. Please bring all donations to Mrs. Jackson's room - C 105 until MARCH 20th

All donations are greatly appreciated".

Gifted Independent Studies Class for 2015 - 2016

• Packets of information for next year's Gifted Independent Studies can

be attained on Mrs. Purnell's Fusion GAP:Focus in the Files Section ,

Guidance Office, and Room E 102.All proposals, parent permission forms, and

teacher recommendations due by May 8, 2015

“Stafford’s Got Talent”

The Talent Show is TONIGHT,March 13th @ 7pm.

For more info: obxldy@gmail.com

Coffee Anyone?

The cafeteria is selling coffee for breakfast!A 16 oz. cupwill cost $1

There is nothing like a hot pizza to warm your heart

$1.50 a slice . $12 for the whole pie.School Store. After school.

Freshman

Sophomore’s

JUNIORS

Attention all Juniors

that have turned in their completed Dual Enrollment Packets for next year: IF you need

to take the Virginia Placement Test please make sure you have signed up in the

Counseling Center. Testing will be next week..March 17th, 18th and 19th after school

in the library. Any questions please see Mrs. Bryant in the Counseling Center"

SENIORS

SENIOR CAP AND GOWN PHOTOS WILL BE TAKEN IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER BEGINNING

TUESDAY MARCH 17 AND CONTINUING WEDNESDAY MARCH 18. CHECK THE LIST

OUTSIDE W206, MRS. GILL'S ROOM, FOR YOUR TIME SLOT. IF YOUR NAME IS NOT THERE,

PLEASE STOP BY TO HAVE MRS. GILL ADD YOUR NAME

Senior Karaoke Show is

Friday, MAR 20th @ 7pm.Come out & Support your Seniors

Cost is $5 at the door.See Mrs. Sutton for more information

Sports News

The Girl’s Soccer Teamput in a dominating performance in

Wednesday’s scrimmage. The Indians won 7-1 behind three goals by Gabi Hull, 2

goals by Katie Rauch, and a goal a piece from Anna Bellinger and Staci Skiles. The

girls will open the season at home next Tuesday night at 7:00. Mark your calendar

now and plan to support the team!

The JV Girls soccer team

Defeated Freedom High School by a score of 2-0 in Wednesday’s Scrimmage game. The two goals were scored late in the second half by

Leona Comstock and Tori Elliot. Goalie Sydney Smith posted a shutout in her first outing.

Great Job to all the girls.

Football Players

The weight room is now open!Monday & Wednesday – Skill players

Tuesday & Thursday – Linemen“Preparation creates separation”

GUIDANCE

The AP Payment deadlineis today,

March 13, 2015.After this date there will be a $55.00 late fee per exam. Payments can be

made to Ms. Bliss or Mrs. Ritchie.

Club News

The Red Cross Blood Drivewill be held on Thursday, March 19th.

Forms can be picked up outside Ms. Bridges' room, S-205. Juniors taking SOL tests on the 19th, which is a Y-Day, will not be able to participate this time. Forms are due back on

Tuesday, March 17th.

DIVERSITY CLUB

will meet on Tuesday, March 17th in Mr. Bixler's room, C102. Please bring

your sign making materials.

Attention students and staff!

Come support the NHS spirit night on Wednesday, March 18th from

5-8pm at the Chick-fil-A on Route 17.

Hope to see you there!

Please be extra observant and drive with caution

as you enter and leave school.& Don’t forget to dress warmly. It’s

colder than you think.

Morning & Afternoon Announcements may be turned in to Mrs. Stone in the Video Room S109B or

email her!

Have a great Day Indians! Be Safe!

stonem@staffordschools.net