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JOHN F. KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL •   SY 2011 – 2012

 *New announcements are bold

John F. Kennedy High School’s mission is to develop our island students to become globally primed high achievers. 

Our ESLRs: John F. Kennedy High School students will be responsible citizens, problem solvers, effective communicators, and technologically literate.

ATTENTION EVERYONE

• *Si Yu’os Maase to all the students, faculty staff, and administrators for a successful Career Day! The Career Day Committee would like to especially thank NHS, WAY, WAVE Club, JROTC, Vivace, FOAS office, Counseling Dept., Business Dept. teachers, Melissa Quintanilla, and everyone who participated in making this a memorable Career Day! Teachers, thank you for hosting our guest and for your hospitality!
• *The JFK Lodging Management Program class will be conducting its 3^rd Annual Spirit Tree activity this December. Similar to the Sugar Plum Tree, students, faculty, employee and administrators are invited to sponsor a child(ren) from the Alee Shelter. There are 17 children ranging in ages from 1 to 11 years old need brand new clothes, shoes and educational materials to help them during this holiday season. Please see Mrs. Carol Cruz, GCC LMP Teacher, or LMP’s 4^th period student coordinators for more info. We can send you a list of the children’s needs (but no names) via email. We can pick up your brand new, unwrapped gift in your classroom or you can deliver to F103 by Mon, Dece 19, 2011. For your donation(s), you will receive an ornament from LMP. Alee Shelter will be on campus on Dec. 21 at 9:00 a.m. For more info, please see me in F103 or send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Thank you for your support. Hurry, we only have less than three weeks to prepare.
• A MESSAGE FROM MRS. ABADAY: Thank you to everyone for your prayers for my mother who passed away on Thanksgiving. I am blessed to have a JFK family.
• Results from the 2011 High School/College Bowling Championship Singles Tournament, 12/03 at Central Lanes is as follows:

1. JFKHS Bowling Team earned 2nd Place - Joseph Mejares, Silver Medal and 3rd Place- Zayne Zamora, Bronze Medal
2. At the College Level- JFKHS Alumnus Dioni Borja took 3rd Place
3. Sat, Dec 10 is the Doubles Division Championships and next Sat, Dec 17 is the 4-Man Team Championships.

• Islanders! If you have issues with your ID such as misspelling or missing packages, the photographer will be here on Fri, Dec 9 during lunch in D118. If you cannot wait and want to resolve in sooner, you may contact Melvin Mapote at 777-2443.
• Come and hear a variety of warm & heartfelt Holiday music sung by a group of passionate singers! Support Vivace by joining them at their concert, "Sounds of the Season," on Sat, Dec 10 at 7 pm, & Sun, Dec 11 at 3 pm at New Covenant Life Church, Tamuning. Pre-sold tickets are $7 & $9 at the door. Tickets available from any member. You may also purchase in D101.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

• The Bowling Club will meet Dec 12 in D206 during Lunch to finalize the team selections. Practice for the championships will be Wed. Dec. 7 and Dec 14 at Central Lanes. We meet at 1:45 and start bowling at 2:00.
• JFK Dance Club: Meeting every Wed in D213. Sign up for auditions in D213 during lunch. Auditions are Wed & Fri, Dec 7 and 9.
• Chinese Cultural Club (CCC): Meeting every Friday at Lunch in A205.
• Calling all ARTISTS! The Creations Art Club will be having meetings every Thursday in D103. There will be a guest speaker coming in this month. More information will be announced soon!
• ATTENTION SENIORS: The last chance to order your cap and gown will be on December 5, 6, 7, 19, 20, and 21. Don’t wait until last minute. Cap and gown orders are $65 for more info, please go to B213.
• You like racks or enjoy a good game of pool? Come join the Billiards Club! Show your talent and skills or even try to become the very best. Meetings are on WEDNESDAYS in Rm B201.
• FUTURE EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION: Are you interested in becoming a teacher? Join the Future Educators Association NOW! Meetings are every Thursday in A202 during lunch. See you there!
• MARINE DEFENDERS: Meetings are Thursday at lunchtime.
• JAPANESE CLUB: will be holding meetings every Wed in F202. Serious members who want to help fundraise and may partake in the Japan trip are invited to attend. Club participation will determine one’s eligibility to take part in the Japan trip.
• I-Recycle Club: Meetings every Wednesday at Lunch in Room D223.
• Filipino Club (UFSA): Meetings every Thursday at Lunch in Room D223.
• Tourism Hospitality Society will be holding its regular meetings every Friday during lunch in Room G104.
• Robotics Club will be holding its regular meetings every Thursday during lunch in Room D114.
• WAVE CLUB: Welcome All Visitors Enthusiastically! Meetings will be held every Wednesday in room A207.
• MICRONESIAN YOUTH CLUB meeting every Wednesday during lunch in room F104.
• Do you want to participate in a WALL MURAL or are you just interested in learning or strengthening your artistic ability? Join the Creations Art Club today!!! Club meeting every Thurs in D103 or for more information please see Mr. Quinata.
• INTERFAITH BIBLE CLUB: meetings held every Monday during lunch in D218. Come read and discuss the Bible!
• AUTOMOTIVE CLUB: meetings will be held every Wednesday during lunch in G103.

ATTENTION STUDENTS:

• *GIRLS BASKETBALL: There will be a team photo shoot during lunch on Friday, December 9 for both JV and Varsity. Meet in front of the girls locker room. Please bring both top and botton jerseys. SENIORS it is mandatory to be there. Thank you!
• *SENIORS: Class shirts are now being pre-sold for $12. Purchase your shirt and represent your class! Please see Secretary Artken Cada for more information or go to B213 during lunch.
• Are you interested in running for Royal Court? W.A.Y. is hosting our annual Winter Formal which will be held on December 23. If you would like to run for King, Queen, Prince, Princess, Duke, or Duchess…you may pick up a contract in B102 anytime during break or lunch starting on December 1 until December 19.
• ALL STUDENTS: The Sinangan-ta Youth Movement will be holding Poetry Slam Workshops every Tuesday starting today (11/29) after school from 2:00 – 3:30pm in D212.
• Yearbooks are now available for reserve for $35. You may place an order during lunch in D118 every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday OR see any yearbook staff. This is the most affordable yearbook on the island. Reserve your copy while supplies last!

FACULTY AND STAFF:

• *Faculty and Staff: The Yearbook Club would like to inform you that Merloj Restaurant will stop selling food plate Dec. 9-28 due to renovations. We will not be taking orders during that time. Thank you for your understanding and have a great day!
• ANY AND ALL FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES MUST BE APPROVED BY THE ADMINISTRATORS. Student activities (chartered clubs/organizations) and Standing Committees MUST seek the approval of Mrs. Rosete and Ms. Gutierrez. Athletics MUST seek the approval of Mrs. Hanzsek and Ms. Gutierrez. If appropriate signatures are not obtained, the activity is PROHIBITED and ma y result in disciplinary action. See Ms. Gutierrez if you have questions.
• The Yearbook photographer will be here on Friday, December 9 for Make-Up Pictures for all those who were not able to take pictures previously. We will also have our FACULTY AND STAFF group shot after school at 1:45pm. We know it’s a payday but if you could give us a bit of your time, we would greatly appreciate it. This group photo will be in the Yearbook. See you there!
• JOB ANNOUNCEMENT for the following programs: 2011-2012 Eskuelen Puengi, 2011-2012 Summer School, and 2011-2012 Special Education Summer ESY. Certified Teachers (all areas), school counselors and school health counselors (subject areas will be determined by the Programs). Opening date: 11/15/11 and closing: continuous. Please see Dr. Roberto or call DOE Personnel at 475-0496 for more information.

FROM THE COUNSELORS:

• FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORES: Are you interested in learning more about GCC Programs at JFK? Come to the Library during lunch on December 13 – 14 to receive information on Automotive, Carpentry, Electronics, Marketing, Nursing, Lodging Management and ProStart Programs. (RoseMarie Nanpei)
• US Presidential Scholars Nominee.   Requirement: high scores on the SAT.   See counselor by Dec 15.
• JUNIORS AND SENIORS: There will be a College Admissions Workshop for student and parents hosted by College Access Challenge Grant (CACGP) on Wed., Dec. 14 from 6-8p.m. at GCC’s Multipurpose Auditorium Bldg 400. This is a free event to help your learn about college admissions process. All CACGP participants are encouraged to attend.
• Asian & Pacific Islander Scholarship. $$$ for College.   Deadline Jan 13.
• KFC Scholarship. $20,000. Financial need and entrepreneurial spirit. Will attend UOG. www.kfcscholars.org. Deadline 2/08.
• Violet Richardson Award is available for girls ages 14-17.   Strong emphasis is placed on community service and twenty eight $1,000 awards will be given.   Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more info.   Deadline Dec. 15.
• JUNIORS AND SENIORS: The University Honors College (UHC) at Boston University is looking for a few exceptional students interested in Biomedical Engineering, Music Performance, English, Astronomy and Physics, and Human Physiology. For more information visit bu.edu/uhc.
• SENIORS: JFKHS just received S.A.T. Fee Waivers for SY 2011-2012. Having a Fee Waiver for the S.A.T. gives you an opportunity to take the test without a fee. Interested students who will be taking the S.A.T. in December/January and meeting the eligibility criteria for receiving a S.A.T. Waiver, please see Mr. Pilarca in the counseling office.
• Gates Millennium Scholarship is available for outstanding minority group students with financial need.   Please visit www.gmsp.org. The deadline is Jan 11, 2012.

INTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTS

• *BOYS BASKETBALL: Try-outs start on Monday and Tuesday, Dec 12 and 13 at the Tamuning gym from 2:00 - 4:00pm. You must have an athletic clearance form from Mr. Antonio, Athletic Director, to try out.
• TENNIS: Interested in joining 3rd quarter Sport of Tennis? Please pick up a physical and participation form from Mr. Pilarca in the Counseling Office. Official Practice starts December 12, 3:30 at the JFK Tennis Courts. No Physical = No Practice! Please also see the Athletic Director, Mr. Jay Antonio for more information.

*Bulletins are printed Tuesdays and Thursdays.   Please submit your request no later than 12p.m. either on Monday (Friday, if Monday is a Holiday) or Wednesday to Ms. Hannah Gutierrez in the main office or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Club or organization announcements must come from the advisor(s).