OAK PARK AND RIVER FOREST HIGH SCHOOL
DISTRICT 200
STUDENT BULLETIN
NO. 052 DATE: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2008
FYI
Students interested in participating in the Summer Arctic Exploration field course must sign-up for an interview by this Thursday in Room 128. Additionally, students should have their parents attend Arctic Parent Night this Wednesday from 7 - 8 pm. Please note that this course is not open to current seniors. For more information, see Mr. Costopoulos in Room 128.
Feminist Society (Sponsored by the History Division)
We will be discussing women in politics throughout the previous presidential race and in the elected administration. We will also be singing our letter to our representatives. We meet Thursday after school in Room 410.
Gospel Choir Concert
Don’t miss the Gospel Choir’s first concert of the year, this Saturday at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium. Tickets are only $5 available through any Gospel Choir member or in Room 174. (L. Brown)
TABULA Senior Ads Are Here!
Come to Room 305A to get your Senior Ad application. All ad applications, materials, and payments are due by Winter Break. See Mr. Ganschow or Staff Member Hannah Bloyd-Peshkin with questions. Space goes quickly! Get your ad in early to ensure a spot.
Thanksgiving Flower Sale
On Friday morning B.O S.S. will be selling full-stem carnations in the Student Center for $1.00. Money raised will pay for traditional holiday dinners for "10" needy families in our immediate area. Help make this holiday a truly thankful time for others in need. (M. Vance)
Turkey Morp
Come out this Friday at 7:00 p.m. for OPRF’s Turkey Morp. Doors close at 7:45 p.m. No one will be admitted after that time. Admission is $5 or only $3 if you bring a can of food to donate to families in need and your current student ID. Join in the fun this Friday.
CLUB CORNER
ASPIRA/Spanish Club
ASPIRA will be hosting movie night in Room 385 after school today for only $1 for members and $2 for non-members, treats included. Hope to see you there. (S. Oliver)
BOSS
A very brief but important meeting of club officers is scheduled for Thursday morning in Room 430 starting promptly at 7:30 a.m. All members of the Events Committee are asked to be present. (M. Vance)
I.T.S. Troupe 5405 members
There will be a short, mandatory meeting tonight at 6:00 p.m. in Room 371 for all members attending Illinois High School Theatre Festival in January. Remember the remainder of your Festival payment is due to Mrs. Cheney no later than Monday.
Photo Club
Photo Club will meet today in Room 334 at 3:15 p.m. We will be working on special effects with color and collage card-making. We will also be discussing our fundraising project and having open lab.
All Speech Team members
Please pick up information sheets today for this Saturday's tournament split between Hoffman Estates and Schaumburg. Coaching sheets are posted by Room 101, a minimum of 2 coaching sessions per event. New members are still invited to join. Stop by and see Mrs. Cheney either in Room 414 before or after school OR stop by Room 101 after 3:30 p.m. any day to see what Speech Team has to offer.
Spoken Word
Spoken Word Club has an open meeting this Thursday at 3:20 pm in Room 370 led by Santana. Everyone is welcome to attend. (P. Kahn)
Student Council T-Shirt
Want a Student Council t-shirt? Come to tonight’s meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the South Café and help design it.
ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT/SCHOLARSHIPS/OPPORTUNITIES
Students – Financial Aid for Spring Travel is available. Apply for one or both of the following awards for help in going on one of the OPRF Spring or Summer Exchange trips. Deadlines are December 1. See Mrs. Asbury in Room 308 for applications or go on-line to Naviance.
The Linda Solomon Levin Travel Award DEADLINE: December 1, 2008
The Linda Solomon Levine Travel Award will provide up to $2,500 to assist one or more African-American students to participate in an overseas student exchange trip sponsored by Oak Park and River Forest High School during the school year. Financial need is a main consideration. APPLICATIONS: Applications can be obtained from Mrs. Asbury in the Counselors Office Room 308. Completed applications are to be returned to Mrs. Asbury by December 1, 2008.
Tibensky Academic Enrichment Scholarship
DEADLINE: December 1, 2008
The Tibensky Family Academic Enrichment scholarship will provide opportunities for students to experience a wide variety of academic enrichment programs offered by Oak Park and River Forest High School. A scholarship, not to exceed $2,500, will be awarded yearly to one student wishing to participate in an overseas or domestic travel program during the school year. This is a need-based scholarship. APPLICATIONS: Applications can be obtained from Mrs. Asbury in the Counselors' Office Room 308. Completed applications are to be returned to Mrs. Asbury by December 1, 2008.
SPORTS CORNER
Basketball
Sophomore girls Basketball Team is looking for a manager/stat keep. If interested please see Coach Plane after school in the 1 East Gym.
Boys’ Swimming and Diving
The season officially begins Mon., Nov. 24 with tryouts starting at 3:30 p.m. in the east pool—come ready to swim. You need a blue card from the athletic office to tryout. Any questions see Mr. Quinn in Room 431.
Intramural Basketball Sign up
Intramural Basketball winter sign up will continue until Friday, Nov. 21. Please bring your current ID and $10 to register at the 1 West Gym from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. (R. Baker)
COLLEGE CALLERS
Wednesday, November 19
Illinois National Guard North Riverside, IL Period 2 Rom 210
Monday, November 24
US Military Academy West Point, NY Period 1 Room 210
US Naval Academy Annapolis, MD Period 8 Room 210
Tuesday, November 25
Truman State University Kirksville, MO Period 8 Room 210
OAK PARK AND RIVER FOREST HIGH SCHOOL
DISTRICT 200
STUDENT BULLETIN
NO. 052 DATE: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2008
FYI
Students interested in participating in the Summer Arctic Exploration field course must sign-up for an interview by this Thursday in Room 128. Additionally, students should have their parents attend Arctic Parent Night this Wednesday from 7 - 8 pm. Please note that this course is not open to current seniors. For more information, see Mr. Costopoulos in Room 128.
Feminist Society (Sponsored by the History Division)
We will be discussing women in politics throughout the previous presidential race and in the elected administration. We will also be singing our letter to our representatives. We meet Thursday after school in Room 410.
Gospel Choir Concert
Don’t miss the Gospel Choir’s first concert of the year, this Saturday at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium. Tickets are only $5 available through any Gospel Choir member or in Room 174. (L. Brown)
TABULA Senior Ads Are Here!
Come to Room 305A to get your Senior Ad application. All ad applications, materials, and payments are due by Winter Break. See Mr. Ganschow or Staff Member Hannah Bloyd-Peshkin with questions. Space goes quickly! Get your ad in early to ensure a spot.
Thanksgiving Flower Sale
On Friday morning B.O S.S. will be selling full-stem carnations in the Student Center for $1.00. Money raised will pay for traditional holiday dinners for "10" needy families in our immediate area. Help make this holiday a truly thankful time for others in need. (M. Vance)
Turkey Morp
Come out this Friday at 7:00 p.m. for OPRF’s Turkey Morp. Doors close at 7:45 p.m. No one will be admitted after that time. Admission is $5 or only $3 if you bring a can of food to donate to families in need and your current student ID. Join in the fun this Friday.
CLUB CORNER
ASPIRA/Spanish Club
ASPIRA will be hosting movie night in Room 385 after school today for only $1 for members and $2 for non-members, treats included. Hope to see you there. (S. Oliver)
BOSS
A very brief but important meeting of club officers is scheduled for Thursday morning in Room 430 starting promptly at 7:30 a.m. All members of the Events Committee are asked to be present. (M. Vance)
I.T.S. Troupe 5405 members
There will be a short, mandatory meeting tonight at 6:00 p.m. in Room 371 for all members attending Illinois High School Theatre Festival in January. Remember the remainder of your Festival payment is due to Mrs. Cheney no later than Monday.
Photo Club
Photo Club will meet today in Room 334 at 3:15 p.m. We will be working on special effects with color and collage card-making. We will also be discussing our fundraising project and having open lab.
All Speech Team members
Please pick up information sheets today for this Saturday's tournament split between Hoffman Estates and Schaumburg. Coaching sheets are posted by Room 101, a minimum of 2 coaching sessions per event. New members are still invited to join. Stop by and see Mrs. Cheney either in Room 414 before or after school OR stop by Room 101 after 3:30 p.m. any day to see what Speech Team has to offer.
Spoken Word
Spoken Word Club has an open meeting this Thursday at 3:20 pm in Room 370 led by Santana. Everyone is welcome to attend. (P. Kahn)
Student Council T-Shirt
Want a Student Council t-shirt? Come to tonight’s meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the South Café and help design it.
ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT/SCHOLARSHIPS/OPPORTUNITIES
Students – Financial Aid for Spring Travel is available. Apply for one or both of the following awards for help in going on one of the OPRF Spring or Summer Exchange trips. Deadlines are December 1. See Mrs. Asbury in Room 308 for applications or go on-line to Naviance.
The Linda Solomon Levin Travel Award DEADLINE: December 1, 2008
The Linda Solomon Levine Travel Award will provide up to $2,500 to assist one or more African-American students to participate in an overseas student exchange trip sponsored by Oak Park and River Forest High School during the school year. Financial need is a main consideration. APPLICATIONS: Applications can be obtained from Mrs. Asbury in the Counselors Office Room 308. Completed applications are to be returned to Mrs. Asbury by December 1, 2008.
Tibensky Academic Enrichment Scholarship
DEADLINE: December 1, 2008
The Tibensky Family Academic Enrichment scholarship will provide opportunities for students to experience a wide variety of academic enrichment programs offered by Oak Park and River Forest High School. A scholarship, not to exceed $2,500, will be awarded yearly to one student wishing to participate in an overseas or domestic travel program during the school year. This is a need-based scholarship. APPLICATIONS: Applications can be obtained from Mrs. Asbury in the Counselors' Office Room 308. Completed applications are to be returned to Mrs. Asbury by December 1, 2008.
SPORTS CORNER
Basketball
Sophomore girls Basketball Team is looking for a manager/stat keep. If interested please see Coach Plane after school in the 1 East Gym.
Boys’ Swimming and Diving
The season officially begins Mon., Nov. 24 with tryouts starting at 3:30 p.m. in the east pool—come ready to swim. You need a blue card from the athletic office to tryout. Any questions see Mr. Quinn in Room 431.
Intramural Basketball Sign up
Intramural Basketball winter sign up will continue until Friday, Nov. 21. Please bring your current ID and $10 to register at the 1 West Gym from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. (R. Baker)
COLLEGE CALLERS
Wednesday, November 19
Illinois National Guard North Riverside, IL Period 2 Rom 210
Monday, November 24
US Military Academy West Point, NY Period 1 Room 210
US Naval Academy Annapolis, MD Period 8 Room 210
Tuesday, November 25
Truman State University Kirksville, MO Period 8 Room 210
DEADLINE: December 1, 2008
The Linda Solomon Levine Travel Award will provide up to $2,500 to assist one or more African-American students to participate in an overseas student exchange trip sponsored by Oak Park and River Forest High School during the school year. Financial need is a main consideration. APPLICATIONS: Applications can be obtained from Mrs. Asbury in the Counselors Office Room 308. Completed applications are to be returned to Mrs. Asbury by December 1, 2008.
Tibensky Academic Enrichment Scholarship
DEADLINE: December 1, 2008
The Tibensky Family Academic Enrichment scholarship will provide opportunities for students to experience a wide variety of academic enrichment programs offered by Oak Park and River Forest High School. A scholarship, not to exceed $2,500, will be awarded yearly to one student wishing to participate in an overseas or domestic travel program during the school year. This is a need-based scholarship. APPLICATIONS: Applications can be obtained from Mrs. Asbury in the Counselors' Office Room 308. Completed applications are to be returned to Mrs. Asbury by December 1, 2008.
SPORTS CORNER
Basketball
Sophomore girls Basketball Team is looking for a manager/stat keep. If interested please see Coach Plane after school in the 1 East Gym.
Boys’ Swimming and Diving
The season officially begins Mon., Nov. 24 with tryouts starting at 3:30 p.m. in the east pool—come ready to swim. You need a blue card from the athletic office to tryout. Any questions see Mr. Quinn in Room 431.
Intramural Basketball Sign up
Intramural Basketball winter sign up will continue until Friday, Nov. 21. Please bring your current ID and $10 to register at the 1 West Gym from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. (R. Baker)
COLLEGE CALLERS
Wednesday, November 19
Illinois National Guard North Riverside, IL Period 2 Rom 210
Monday, November 24
US Military Academy West Point, NY Period 1 Room 210
US Naval Academy Annapolis, MD Period 8 Room 210
Tuesday, November 25
Truman State University Kirksville, MO Period 8 Room 210
