OAK PARK AND RIVER FOREST HIGH SCHOOL
DISTRICT 200
STUDENT BULLETIN
NO. 023 DATE: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2008
FYI
Please be advised that all entrances to the school will be locked except for the main entrance on Scoville Avenue on late arrival Monday mornings. ALL STUDENTS will have to enter at the main entrance on Scoville Avenue.
· Students WILL NOT be permitted into the academic areas of the building until 8:50 a.m.
· Students will be allowed to go to the assigned areas (library, tutoring center, and testing center) until 8:30 a.m. After this time, students will not be allowed admittance to these areas. Students who go to the library, tutoring center, or testing center will be required to remain in these areas until the 8:50 bell.
· As students come into the building, they will be directed into the South Cafeteria. In the event that we near capacity in this area, students will then be directed into the North Cafeteria. Food will be sold in the South Cafeteria on late arrival Mondays beginning next week. Once the South and the North Cafeterias near capacity, students will then be allowed to convene in the Student Center. Safety and Support personnel will facilitate movement between areas.
· Students will not be allowed to go to their lockers until 8:50 a.m. on late arrival Monday mornings. In conjunction with our Safety and Support personnel, the 8:50 bell will release students to their lockers and academic areas.
· To aide us in this process, we are asking that teachers DO NOT accept student requests for appointments during this time. Students who need to make up test s or quizzes should be directed to the testing center.
Dear Students
In the event that you did not hear the PA announcements regarding the two evacuations yesterday: The first evacuation prior to 4th period was due to our system detecting smoke/fire coming from one of our Science classrooms. We were able to assess the area and reset the system successfully. The second evacuation at the end of 6th period unfortunately was a result of a false pull of the fire alarm system. As you are all well aware, this is a very serious breach of safety and will be thoroughly investigated. We apologize for the interruption to the school day and we thank everyone for the expedient and orderly evacuation and return to the school building. Mr. Rouse
Anthropology Class
Attention seniors who were in Mrs. Hennings’ Anthropology class last spring. Please come to the library to pick up the wonderful masks you created that are currently on display in the reference area. Mrs. DeBruin.
Auditions
Auditions for the 2nd Little Theater show, Absent Friends, by Alan Ayckboourn are next Tues. and Wed. from 3:15 to 6:15 p.m. The sign up is outside of Room 347. See Mr. Lessing for details and a copy of the script. No experience necessary. (A. Lessing)
Homecoming Ticket Sales
Homecoming tickets will be on sale through Thursday for only $18 during all lunch periods and after school. If you want to save time and money, purchase your ticket online by before Thursday for only $15. Tickets will not be sold on Friday.
Attention all Homecoming Dance Enthusiasts!
You may now make song requests for the Homecoming Dance online - yes, online song requests. Either check out the online address on the back of your homecoming ticket or go to the OPRFHS homepage where you click on STUDENTS and then scroll down until you find the homecoming link. Confused? Go to Room 409 with your questions. (C. Daggett)
Calling all Bands and Musicians
Huskiepalooza is coming! If you or your band are interested in performing, auditions will be held on Tues., October 7 in the band room. Sign up for an audition time in the Student Activity Center by Mon., Oct. 6.
Guy Powder Puff Cheerleaders Wanted
Any guy interested in being a cheerleader for the Powder Puff game, please come to a short practice on Thursday, Oct. 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the (3rd Floor Dance Studio) the blue room.
Ireland Summer Program
Any current sophomore or junior interested in participating in a summer program in Ireland next summer, please meet in Room 333 (Mr. Lee’s room) immediately after school on Thursday, October 2, for an informational meeting.
Spirit Week
Thurs. – Class Colors (Sen. – Red, Jr. – Blue, Soph. – Green & Fresh. - Yellow)
Powder Puff Practice
Junior practice will be Thursday morning at 7:00 a.m. Senior practice will be this Thursday morning on the south field at 7:00 a.m. Please be on time. (J. Plane / C. Ledbetter)
Yearbook Missed Pictures and Retakes
Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Faculty and Staff if you are unhappy with your ID image or missed having your picture during registration you may take or retake your photo next Tuesday, October 7 from 7:30 a.m. - 4 pm in the Student Activity Center, Room 174. It only takes minutes of your time. Seniors please note that this does NOT apply to you - your images for the yearbook are the ones you scheduled over the summer and yearbook ID pictures are DIFFERENT than Senior Portraits.
Youth Service Medal of Honor Award
If you did at least 100 hours of volunteer service last school year and summer, you’re eligible for the 21st Annual Sheriff’s Youth Service Medal of Honor Award. Applications are available at the Welcome Center, Room 105, or the Student Activities Center. Applications must be postmarked by Monday, October 6, so don’t delay!
CLUB CORNER
Junior/Senior Class Council Meeting
There will be a brief meeting Friday morning at 7:30 am for all students interested in Junior/Senior class council and working on prom. The meeting will be held in room 217. See Mr. Weisman if you have any questions.
Aspira-Spanish Club
Come to the Aspira-Spanish Club meeting, a club open to all students interested in the Spanish language and cultures today after school at 3:15 p.m. in Room 385 (Ms. Diaz’ room).
Psychology Club
Psychology Club welcomes our own psychology professionals Margo Bristow and Gwendolyn Walker-Qualls who will lead a discussion on Teen Mental Health and Drug Issues on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 3:15 p.m. in Room 368. All are welcome as always!
Science Fiction and Fantasy Club
Science Fiction and Fantasy Club will be meeting this Thursday in Ms. Lee's room, Room 474. We'll be playing Brawl. Whoever said they would bring in a game system or controllers, PLEASE don't forget.
Speech Team – Individual Events
Speech Team will be meeting today at 3:30 p.m. in Room 371. Remember, all team members must sign up for a minimum of 2 coaching sessions per week. Signup sheets are by Room 101.
Tau Gamma
Looking for volunteer opportunities? What about new friends and lots of fun? Look no further. Tau Gamma’s meeting is at 7:25 a.m. on Friday morning in the South Café.
Youth Conference
The Youth Conference Leadership Committee will be meeting with students from Fenwick and Trinity today at 3:15 p.m. in the 2nd Floor library. See Ms. North in Room 368 for questions and details.
ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT/SCHOLARSHIPS/OPPORTUNITIES
Scholarship Bulletin #3 is now available! Check it out in the Counselors’ Offices, in the College & Career Center, and on the OPRF website.
Attention Sophomores
Interested in participating in the HOBY leadership seminar next June? HOBY Ambassadors participate in leadership activities, interact with community leaders, listen to keynote speakers, and form lasting bonds with other HOBY participants. If you would like to find out more, see your Counselor or Mrs. Martinek in Room 207.
Attention All Students
A state graduation requirement is completing a course in Consumer Education. Students can meet this requirement by passing the Illinois Consumer Education Proficiency Test which will be given October 8 at 3:15 p.m. in Room 302. The exam is limited to 50 students and only registered students will be permitted to take the exam. Registration is from September 29 until the end of the school day on Monday, October 6. See Mrs. Rice in the third floor library to register. Students must register in person. You must show a current OPRFHS student ID on the test date. Consult page 21 in the 08-09 Academic Hand book for additional information.
SAT I & II
The SAT I & II is being administered at OPRFHS on October 4, 2008. Students must be at the front doors at 7:45 a.m. No one will be admitted without I.D. and admission ticket.
SPORTS CORNER
Boys’ Freshmen Basketball
The first open gym of the pre-season is this Friday morning in the 1 West Gym at 6:15 a.m. Don’t be late!
Boys’ Sophomore Basketball Players
Basketball open gym for sophomores will be on Mondays and Wednesdays on the field house court from 6-7:30 p.m. beginning Mon., Oct. 6 and ending Wed., Oct. 29. Weight training for sophomore basketball players will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the weight room from 6-7:00 pm beginning Tues., Oct. 7 and ending Thurs, Oct. 30.
Boys’ Swimming and Diving
There will be an informational meeting today at 3:15 p.m. in Room 431 to discuss the upcoming season.
Girls’ Basketball
All level girls interested in trying out for the Girls’ Basketball team should attend a very important meeting on Friday morning at 7:30 a.m. in the field house. (Coach Plane)
COLLEGE CALLERS
Wednesday, October 01, 2008
College of William & Mary Williamsburg, VA Period 2 Room 210
Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Period 7 Room 210
Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Period 8 Room 210
Thursday, October 02, 2008
Christian Brothers University Memphis, TN Period 1 Room 210
Pitzer College Claremont, CA Period 5 Room 210
University of Illinois Urbana, IL Period 7 Little Theater
Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware, OH Period 8 Room 210
Friday, October 03, 2008
Indiana State University Terre Haute, IN Period 2 Room 210
University of Redlands Redlands, CA Period 3 Room 210
Creighton University Omaha, NE Period 7 Room 210
DePauw University Greencastle, IN Period 8 Room 210
OAK PARK AND RIVER FOREST HIGH SCHOOL
DISTRICT 200
STUDENT BULLETIN
NO. 023 DATE: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2008
FYI
Please be advised that all entrances to the school will be locked except for the main entrance on Scoville Avenue on late arrival Monday mornings. ALL STUDENTS will have to enter at the main entrance on Scoville Avenue.
· Students WILL NOT be permitted into the academic areas of the building until 8:50 a.m.
· Students will be allowed to go to the assigned areas (library, tutoring center, and testing center) until 8:30 a.m. After this time, students will not be allowed admittance to these areas. Students who go to the library, tutoring center, or testing center will be required to remain in these areas until the 8:50 bell.
· As students come into the building, they will be directed into the South Cafeteria. In the event that we near capacity in this area, students will then be directed into the North Cafeteria. Food will be sold in the South Cafeteria on late arrival Mondays beginning next week. Once the South and the North Cafeterias near capacity, students will then be allowed to convene in the Student Center. Safety and Support personnel will facilitate movement between areas.
· Students will not be allowed to go to their lockers until 8:50 a.m. on late arrival Monday mornings. In conjunction with our Safety and Support personnel, the 8:50 bell will release students to their lockers and academic areas.
· To aide us in this process, we are asking that teachers DO NOT accept student requests for appointments during this time. Students who need to make up test s or quizzes should be directed to the testing center.
Dear Students
In the event that you did not hear the PA announcements regarding the two evacuations yesterday: The first evacuation prior to 4th period was due to our system detecting smoke/fire coming from one of our Science classrooms. We were able to assess the area and reset the system successfully. The second evacuation at the end of 6th period unfortunately was a result of a false pull of the fire alarm system. As you are all well aware, this is a very serious breach of safety and will be thoroughly investigated. We apologize for the interruption to the school day and we thank everyone for the expedient and orderly evacuation and return to the school building. Mr. Rouse
Anthropology Class
Attention seniors who were in Mrs. Hennings’ Anthropology class last spring. Please come to the library to pick up the wonderful masks you created that are currently on display in the reference area. Mrs. DeBruin.
Auditions
Auditions for the 2nd Little Theater show, Absent Friends, by Alan Ayckboourn are next Tues. and Wed. from 3:15 to 6:15 p.m. The sign up is outside of Room 347. See Mr. Lessing for details and a copy of the script. No experience necessary. (A. Lessing)
Homecoming Ticket Sales
Homecoming tickets will be on sale through Thursday for only $18 during all lunch periods and after school. If you want to save time and money, purchase your ticket online by before Thursday for only $15. Tickets will not be sold on Friday.
Attention all Homecoming Dance Enthusiasts!
You may now make song requests for the Homecoming Dance online - yes, online song requests. Either check out the online address on the back of your homecoming ticket or go to the OPRFHS homepage where you click on STUDENTS and then scroll down until you find the homecoming link. Confused? Go to Room 409 with your questions. (C. Daggett)
Calling all Bands and Musicians
Huskiepalooza is coming! If you or your band are interested in performing, auditions will be held on Tues., October 7 in the band room. Sign up for an audition time in the Student Activity Center by Mon., Oct. 6.
Guy Powder Puff Cheerleaders Wanted
Any guy interested in being a cheerleader for the Powder Puff game, please come to a short practice on Thursday, Oct. 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the (3rd Floor Dance Studio) the blue room.
Ireland Summer Program
Any current sophomore or junior interested in participating in a summer program in Ireland next summer, please meet in Room 333 (Mr. Lee’s room) immediately after school on Thursday, October 2, for an informational meeting.
Spirit Week
Thurs. – Class Colors (Sen. – Red, Jr. – Blue, Soph. – Green & Fresh. - Yellow)
Powder Puff Practice
Junior practice will be Thursday morning at 7:00 a.m. Senior practice will be this Thursday morning on the south field at 7:00 a.m. Please be on time. (J. Plane / C. Ledbetter)
Yearbook Missed Pictures and Retakes
Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Faculty and Staff if you are unhappy with your ID image or missed having your picture during registration you may take or retake your photo next Tuesday, October 7 from 7:30 a.m. - 4 pm in the Student Activity Center, Room 174. It only takes minutes of your time. Seniors please note that this does NOT apply to you - your images for the yearbook are the ones you scheduled over the summer and yearbook ID pictures are DIFFERENT than Senior Portraits.
Youth Service Medal of Honor Award
If you did at least 100 hours of volunteer service last school year and summer, you’re eligible for the 21st Annual Sheriff’s Youth Service Medal of Honor Award. Applications are available at the Welcome Center, Room 105, or the Student Activities Center. Applications must be postmarked by Monday, October 6, so don’t delay!
CLUB CORNER
Junior/Senior Class Council Meeting
There will be a brief meeting Friday morning at 7:30 am for all students interested in Junior/Senior class council and working on prom. The meeting will be held in room 217. See Mr. Weisman if you have any questions.
Aspira-Spanish Club
Come to the Aspira-Spanish Club meeting, a club open to all students interested in the Spanish language and cultures today after school at 3:15 p.m. in Room 385 (Ms. Diaz’ room).
Psychology Club
Psychology Club welcomes our own psychology professionals Margo Bristow and Gwendolyn Walker-Qualls who will lead a discussion on Teen Mental Health and Drug Issues on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 3:15 p.m. in Room 368. All are welcome as always!
Science Fiction and Fantasy Club
Science Fiction and Fantasy Club will be meeting this Thursday in Ms. Lee's room, Room 474. We'll be playing Brawl. Whoever said they would bring in a game system or controllers, PLEASE don't forget.
Speech Team – Individual Events
Speech Team will be meeting today at 3:30 p.m. in Room 371. Remember, all team members must sign up for a minimum of 2 coaching sessions per week. Signup sheets are by Room 101.
Tau Gamma
Looking for volunteer opportunities? What about new friends and lots of fun? Look no further. Tau Gamma’s meeting is at 7:25 a.m. on Friday morning in the South Café.
Youth Conference
The Youth Conference Leadership Committee will be meeting with students from Fenwick and Trinity today at 3:15 p.m. in the 2nd Floor library. See Ms. North in Room 368 for questions and details.
ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT/SCHOLARSHIPS/OPPORTUNITIES
Scholarship Bulletin #3 is now available! Check it out in the Counselors’ Offices, in the College & Career Center, and on the OPRF website.
Attention Sophomores
Interested in participating in the HOBY leadership seminar next June? HOBY Ambassadors participate in leadership activities, interact with community leaders, listen to keynote speakers, and form lasting bonds with other HOBY participants. If you would like to find out more, see your Counselor or Mrs. Martinek in Room 207.
Attention All Students
A state graduation requirement is completing a course in Consumer Education. Students can meet this requirement by passing the Illinois Consumer Education Proficiency Test which will be given October 8 at 3:15 p.m. in Room 302. The exam is limited to 50 students and only registered students will be permitted to take the exam. Registration is from September 29 until the end of the school day on Monday, October 6. See Mrs. Rice in the third floor library to register. Students must register in person. You must show a current OPRFHS student ID on the test date. Consult page 21 in the 08-09 Academic Hand book for additional information.
SAT I & II
The SAT I & II is being administered at OPRFHS on October 4, 2008. Students must be at the front doors at 7:45 a.m. No one will be admitted without I.D. and admission ticket.
SPORTS CORNER
Boys’ Freshmen Basketball
The first open gym of the pre-season is this Friday morning in the 1 West Gym at 6:15 a.m. Don’t be late!
Boys’ Sophomore Basketball Players
Basketball open gym for sophomores will be on Mondays and Wednesdays on the field house court from 6-7:30 p.m. beginning Mon., Oct. 6 and ending Wed., Oct. 29. Weight training for sophomore basketball players will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the weight room from 6-7:00 pm beginning Tues., Oct. 7 and ending Thurs, Oct. 30.
Boys’ Swimming and Diving
There will be an informational meeting today at 3:15 p.m. in Room 431 to discuss the upcoming season.
Girls’ Basketball
All level girls interested in trying out for the Girls’ Basketball team should attend a very important meeting on Friday morning at 7:30 a.m. in the field house. (Coach Plane)
COLLEGE CALLERS
Wednesday, October 01, 2008
College of William & Mary Williamsburg, VA Period 2 Room 210
Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Period 7 Room 210
Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Period 8 Room 210
Thursday, October 02, 2008
Christian Brothers University Memphis, TN Period 1 Room 210
Pitzer College Claremont, CA Period 5 Room 210
University of Illinois Urbana, IL Period 7 Little Theater
Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware, OH Period 8 Room 210
Friday, October 03, 2008
Indiana State University Terre Haute, IN Period 2 Room 210
University of Redlands Redlands, CA Period 3 Room 210
Creighton University Omaha, NE Period 7 Room 210
DePauw University Greencastle, IN Period 8 Room 210
