Bulletin December 4, 2012

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 12 December 2012 14:17

Written by Sanjay H. Sharma

JOHN F. KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL

SY 2012 – 2013

John F. Kennedy’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 JFK COMMUNITY

• Hafa Adai Islanders! St. Dominic’s needs your help. St. Dominic’s is in need of basic items such as shampoo, body wash, bed sheets (twin size), laundry detergent, Listerine, baby powder, and other toiletry items to properly care for our Island’s elderly. If you are interested in donating, please attach a Christmas greeting along with your name and drop off items in A207, Mrs. Lorie Montague.

CLUB/ORGANIZATION NEWS

• Interact Club meeting this Thurs, Dec 6 in A210 during lunch. Upcoming projects will be discussed.
• Seniors: Meetings are every Tuesday in D118 during lunch. Important matters being discussed.
• Hafa Adai Islanders! Would you like a say in this year’s yearbook? Bring your designs to life by joining the Yearbook Club. There will be a meeting this Friday, November 30 during lunch in D117. Club membership is greatly needed! Membership has great benefits. Hope to see you there!
• WAVE Club: Come join WAVE!  Meetings are held every Wednesday during lunch in A207.
• FEA:  Do you LOVE teaching?  Come join FEA.  Meetings are held every Thursday during lunch in A205.
• INTERFAITH BIBLE CLUB: Students please join us on Mondays [Green/odd days only] during lunch in Room D111 to open the Bible and study it.  All questions and ideas are welcome.
• Nursing Club: Meetings on Thursdays during the first half on lunch in D215.
• CHAMORU CULTURAL DANCE practices on Tues/Thurs, 1:30–3:30. See Sinot Terlaje in F101.
• Tourism Hospitality Society (THS) meetings are held Fridays during Lunch @ G104 (ProStart) class.

ATTENTION STUDENTS

·         For issues pertaining to student portrait packets or IDs, call the vendor Mr. Mapote at 777-2443.

·         Yearbook staff will be available during lunch at the Main entrance to the school every 1,3,5 day starting Dec 10 – May 17.  Reserve your iYearbook NOW!

·         Close-Up Club is selling Christmas snack grams for $3 and contain a candy cane, a Rice Krispy treat, and a Capri-Sun. See any member if you are interested!

·         Seniors:  Graduation Committee meeting is this Thursday, December 6 during lunch in D118.

·         Seniors: Cap and Gown purchases at Gino’s are on-going. Last day to purchase is December 31. Fifty (50%) percent down payment is allowed.

·         Get to Know GCC Programs: GCC teachers and students will be in D104 during lunch next week - Tues, Wed, and Thurs (Dec 11-13).  Come by and learn more about what GCC programs can offer at JFK. Freshmen and sophomores, we are looking for interested students to sign up for next year.

·         SENIORS:  Portrait schedules and directions to the photo studio  can be viewed on the class website jfkhs2013.weebly.com. Deadline for Senior Portraits is Dec 10. Missing your scheduled date without contacting the photographer, Mr. Mapote, will result in a $20 fee. For those who plan on rescheduling their senior portraits, you must call Mr. Mapote at 777-2443. Thank you! 

·         All Islander Students who want to show their strength and endurance to win prizes from Staff Sgt. L.G.'s US Marine Corps Pull-up Challenge, can try out on Tues, Dec 4 in the courtyard during lunch.  Let's show our Islander power! See Mr. Ballares (Counseling Office) if you have questions!

·         …and Gandalf said, “I am looking for someone to share in an adventure that I am arranging, and it’s very difficult to find anyone.” However, the Class of 2015 has stepped up and is inviting you on an unexpected journey…The Hobbit on Fri, Dec 14, 5:00pm at the Micronesian Mall. Tickets can be purchased for $8.50from any committee member or in B213. Games and raffle prizes will be available for the adventure seekers!

·         Christmas time is near, come buy roses here! From the Class of 2015, in pink, white, or green. $4.00 is the cost, buy now or it’s your loss. “Christmas Grams” can be purchased from any committee member or in B213.  Last day to purchase is Monday, December 17.

·         Go Islanders! Now is your chance to showcase your pride by purchasing your very own JFK Spirit Shirt! See designs and pre-order with any committee member or in B213 for only $10. For info, please see Kyle Takahashi or Maricris Naranjo. Last day for pre-orders will be December 17.

·         Islanders!  Showcase your Islander Spirit by wearing your very own “Letterman Jacket.” The Class of 2015 is taking pre-orders for only $60; see a committee member or go to B213 to see a Photocopy example so you can place your order! A 50% deposit is required to place your order, upon the remaining 50% is payable upon pick-up of your jacket. For more info, please see Kyle Takahashi or Maricris Naranjo. Last day for orders will be December 21!

·         Sophomores: Now is your chance to showcase your pride by purchasing your very own Class of 2015 t-shirt! Pre-orders are being taken by committee members or in B213.  

·         Looking for a way to hang out with your friends this Christmas Season??? Come buy a ticket for JFK Bowling Day sponsored by NHS on Dec. 15 from 10am-3pm.  Each ticket includes one game, a drink, and a hot dog. Tickets are $6 and can be bought from any NHS member.

·         Can’t think of a Christmas gift? NHS will be selling Christmas Grams for $3, which includes 2 Rice Krispies.  Get it while supplies last!!!

·         3^rd Qtr Sports: Sign-up in the Gym during lunchfor Boys’/Girls’ Tennis, Boys’/Girls’ Rugby, Boys’ Basketball, and Girls’ Softball until Dec 6. First official practice begins Dec 10. Requirements: Parental consent and physical forms must be submitted. Also no Fs or Us. See Mr. Antonio if you have questions.

·         Vivace is selling spirit shirts displaying headphones and a heart with the Vivace logo.  T-shirts cost $12 for 1, but if you buy 2 or more…they’re $10 each!!! Shirts come in black, light gray, navy, or dark gray! To place your order…please see any Vivace Senior or visit the Choir Room (D101).

·         The GATE-VPA Theater Arts Program is holding auditions for Disney’s “High School Musical” at UMS (Tiyan) on Dec 17, 18 19 from 6-8p.m. They need singers, dancers, and actors. Techies also need to sign up at this time.  For more info, call Ray or Anne at 475-0598 or 789-2125.

·         If you are interested in running for Royal Court for the upcoming Winter Formal on Dec 15 at the Westin Resort, you may pick up a contract today at the W.A.Y. meeting during lunch in room D118. 

·         It's that time of the year again, where the bells jingle and the carols sing, but this year a mystical event is amidst. Come join W.A.Y. in this year's winter formal "Frost Façade:  A Winter Masquerade” on Sat., Dec. 15 at the Somnak Ballroom, Westin Resort from 6-11PM. Enjoy a mysterious night full of food, dance, games, and prizes! Tickets are $25. This is a semi-formal event. Hope to see you there in your best outfit with your most mystical mask! Please see any W.A.Y. Officer for tickets or inquires.

·         Class of 2K14:  You may start to pre-order your class shirts for $12; may be paid to any class officer or advisor.  The class of 2K14 is also selling school spirit shirts for $12.  Designs will be posted throughout the campus.  Order forms are available from any officer or in Room B107 or C201.

·         Are you hungry after school?Do you want food at reasonable prices? Then the C/O 2015 is here to satisfy your appetite! C/O 2015 is selling snacks and drinks after school near the front entrance daily!

·         NHS will be offering tutoring sessions from Monday to Friday, except Wednesdays, during lunch in B210. After school tutoring will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 230pm in B210.

·         College Access Challenge Grant Program: Tutors will be in the Library during lunch weekly on Tues, Wed, and Thurs.  This is for CACGP participants and students in need of tutoring services.

FACULTY AND STAFF

• Life Insurance Orientation for Luchan District is scheduled for Thursday, December 6, 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m .in the JFK Cafeteria.For more info on the plan, call Tania Cepeda from the Standard Insurance Company 475-5500, Terri Delos Reyes at 475-1179, or Adrian Peregrino at 4751296.
• ALL Club/Organization Advisors must reconcile their ledger with the school ledger. Please do so ASAP or fundraising events may be jeopardized.  See Mrs. Cruz/Ms. Gutierrez for further info.
• Don’t forget…December Faculty/TLC meeting will be on Wed., Dec. 5th starting at 1:35 P.M. in the Media Center.  The Language Arts Department will be presenting.
• We are in need of teachers for Eskuelan Puengi.  Applications are available online or at our Personnel Office in Hagatna.  Please see Dr. Adamos if you have any questions.
• All posters must have prior administration approval before being posted on campus.  Please drop posters in the Main Office to Ms. Liza Mafnas.  Remember ONLY painter’s tape may be used if your decide not to utilize the many poster boards throughout campus. 
• The Teacher Laptops issued through DOE is anticipated to be here for distribution before the Christmas break. In order for teachers to receive a laptop they must complete technology training.  Those that have previously taken Gateway to Success at UOG have met the requirement.  Those that still needed training are taking PowerSchool Distance Learning training.  The Training currently available is online training.  It is free and available 24/7 for teachers to take the courses.  They are approximately 1 hour in length.  Three modules are required.  Please send all requests for training to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . 

COUNSELING OFFICE

• Seniors: There are 5 tips for writing winning essays for your scholarship applications.  I will run 1 tip weekly and add current scholarships info.  The first tip is 1) Directly Answer the Question: If you are asked to answer a specific question, stick to it.  Writers add many interesting points but fail to answer the question directly which may hurt your chances in the long run. Mr. Ballares
• $5,000.00 Alcoa Recycling Scholarship- Aluminum never wears out, it can be recycled forever. Plus when you recycle a can, it saves 95% of the energy it would take to make a brand new one. Your goal is simple. With our help, we want you to recycle at least 50 cans. Think you’re up for the challenge? Application deadline is Dec 18.Sign up at http://www.dosomething.org/50cans 
• Ronald McDonald House Charities U.S. Scholarship Program-Application Deadline: December 20.  RMHC wants students to reach their full potential. To help them accomplish this, their network of U.S. Chapters, along with RMHC Global, offer scholarships to students in financial need who have demonstrated academic achievement, leadership and community involvement. Since 1985, more than $44 million in scholarships have been awarded. Mr. Ballares
• The GCA has four scholarships for Seniors interestedattending the Guam Construction Trades Academy.  It is worth $2,500 to the recipients of this scholarship.  Applications can be picked up in the Counseling Office. See Mr. Ballares or Mrs. Chargualaf.
• The Marine Corps is offering an all expense ROTC Scholarship ($ for school, housing and food) for Seniors!  Please contact Staff Sgt Leon Guerrero at 472-1775 to set up an appointment for an interview.

INTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTS

*JFK entrance fee: $2.00 for students and $3.00 for adults (wear a JFK shirt and receive ½ off for entrance), JFK faculty/staff free for home games.

Wrestling                          Opponent                                Site                              Time

Wed, 12/05                                   Southern                                                Okkodo                                 5:30pm

Sat, 12/08                                     Okkodo                                                 Okkodo                                 4:00pm

Sat, 12/15                                     Sanchez                                                 Sanchez                                 10am

Boys’ Soccer                     Opponent                                Site                              Time

Wed, 12/05                                   ND                                                          ND                                          4:30pm