FHS News

THOUGHT OF THE DAY
Not what we have But what we enjoy, constitutes our abundance.
- John Petit-Senn

April Core Value: Diligence

The expectations of life depend upon diligence; the mechanic that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools. - Confucius

Class of 2010: Mandatory meeting for all Officers and Senators on May 7th in A106. D. Lampson/L. Ha

Fordson Fashion Show will take place on Friday May 16, at 7p.m. Tickets are $10. Mr. Fauz

Important Key Club Relay for Life Team meeting will be this Thursday, May 1, 2008 in A117 after school. Bring all donations and permission slips.

Christian Club News – Guest Speaker Brett Abdullah, a Fordson Alumni will be here Tuesday, May 6 at 6:40 to 7:10 a.m. in Room A216.

Congratulations to the girls’ varsity softball team for defeating River Rouge 13-1 on Monday. The team is now 10-8. Sophomore Mariam Abdallah had a home run and 2 RBI and junior Renee Garcia a double and 3 RBI to lead the offense. Next home game is Friday, May 2nd against Romulus.

Congratulations to the girls varsity tennis team for defeating Edsel Ford yesterday 5-3. The team was led by the play of #3 singles player Lara Achmar and the #1 doubles team Luma Beydoun and Dana Achmar

Congratulations to the boys track team for placing first at Crestwood’s Chargers Invite competing against over 10 schools.
Attention ALL US FIRST MEMBERS: If you are interested in attending the TEAM FORD FIRST Banquet, you must see me immediately in D-!03. The final list must be turned in TODAY!!! The Banquet is Wednesday, May 14th at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $15 per person. Family members are welcome to attend. See Mrs. Crabill regarding the submission of awards! RoboRoxy

The Dearborn American Cancer Society Relay for Life will be held on the grounds of the Performing Arts Center at Michigan and Greenfield on Saturday, May 3 at 10:00am until Sunday, May 4 at 10:00 am. During this time we honor the memory of those individuals from our families and community who have been affected by this horrific disease and raise awareness and funds to end it. Please plan to come out and support the Fordson Relay for Life Teams and help fight cancer. RMS

Talent show practices will be held today, Wednesday April 30 after school in the auditorium. Please come on time and be ready to perfect your acts for the show on May 9. Thanks.

Pre Med Meeting Wednesday, April 30 in Room D205 at 2:30. All members please join us and any new members are welcomed to come. A possible year end field trip to be discussed.
Volunteers Hours Available - Work for the Dearborn Public Library - Attend orientation May 1-3 at HF Centennial Library or call 943-2336
Juniors & Seniors: ACT June 14th test date; deadline to register is Friday, May 9th. Go to ACT.org to register today. Counseling department

IMPORTANT AP EXAM STUDENT REMINDERS
All AP exam students should fill out answer sheets for each test they have reserved. If you have not done this see Mrs. Scaramucci in A117 after school to complete answer sheets. Also, it is required that you turn in the AP Student pack with the labels in it to Mrs. Scaramucci, if you did not turn it in to one of your AP teachers. They will be needed at each exam. Final AP reminder handouts are being distributed in AP classrooms either Thursday or Friday this week. See Mrs. Scaramucci if you have any questions or concerns about the AP exams, the site, or guidelines.
NO CELL PHONES, IPODS, UNAUTHORIZED CALCULATORS, OR OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES MAY BE USED AT THE AP EXAM SITE INCLUDING BREAK TIME! LEAVE THEM AT HOME OR IN YOUR VEHICLE!

Testing out is scheduled for Thursday, May 8 for World Languages and Tuesday, May 13 for all other areas.
Pick up application forms from the registration office. Application forms are due back to the registration office no later than Thursday May 1st 2008. No application forms will be accepted after that date. Sandra Assaf

Student Congress General Council meeting Monday, May 5. All first hour reps should report by
7:40 a.m. in the cafeteria. Mrs. Gass

SENIORS!! Beginning Monday, May 5th, your counselor will be blue slipping you for your senior exit interview. Please be prompt and bring any documentation of awards, grants or scholarships!
Thank you. The Counseling Department

Seniors who will be graduating in June and opt to try out for the senior graduation speech must submit a typed copy of their speech to Mrs. Kassem in C203 by May 16th. You may obtain a rubric for the writing and delivery of your speech any time before that date from Mrs. Kassem (C203). The tentative date for speech tryouts is Thursday, May 22nd. Teachers who wish to be part of the judging committee may submit their names to
Mr. Majed Fadlallah/Amira Kassem ASAP.

SENIORS: Tickets for the prom go on sale, May 1.
Any senior owing a fine of any type to the school must pay it by Friday May 2, 2008 otherwise his/her name WILL not appear on the graduation program and may not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony.

Seniors!!! Our years are coming to an end faster than we know it. To make our days memorable, we present to you our own class of 2008 film which will begin next semester. This is your video. Submit your photos (pictures of games and friends) on a CD or photo copy with your name, telephone number, and email address to Ms. Elder in the counseling office. See Nadine Assaf for more information. Stay Tuned for more Updates!

Seniors Now is your chance to say Thank You Mom! “Gracias Madre”
شكرا! Baba” To that special person in A personal message
Where: Byblos
When: Wednesday, June 4, 2008
7:00 pm
Cost: $15.00 per person- includes dinner
Limited number of tickets will be available
Make this an unforgettable graduation gift to your Parent(s) or significant adult
See Abbas, Nada, Abdulla, Zainab or Omar, or Ms. Elder
SHHHHH !! Don’t tell your Parents, it’s a surprise!

SENIORS: Prom attendance is directly related to school attendance. For those students who are tardy, late, or skip classes you will find you have made a choice not to attend prom this year. You have two months to make sure your attendance is perfect.

Students – The yearbook is on sale until May 23. Buy from any yearbook student or at the tractor before or after school. You may also buy after school from Mrs. Schuck in F205. The cost is $70. Personalize your book with an I-tag for $5.00 includes your name and one icon. Mrs. Schuck.

The Bader & Kay Elder Humanitarian Scholarship has been created to encourage students to think responsibly. Seniors, find out more details in the Counseling office, how creating the memorable essay will make you
eligible for this award. Deadline is May 13, 2008.

Attention young men who will be attending U of M- Ann Arbor in the 2008-09 school year. A new Scholarship opportunity is being offered by Delta Upsilon Memorial Foundation. Application is in Counseling Office. Check it out!

The Henry Ford Community College Foundation will offer 22, $1,000 Community scholarships to Fordson High School to students who have maintained a GPA of 3.0 and will be attending HFCC for the 2008-2009 academic school year. Students will receive $500.00 for the fall 2008 semester and $500 for the winter 2009 semester.

CAMP COLLEGE! Workshop for 9th, 10th & 11th grades. Use your ½ day off and learn all about going college.
U of M – Dearborn Campus tour, Friday, May 2nd. 8:30 to 3:00. Register by April 28th. Breakfast, lunch and parking provided. (313) 593-3576 or email: Urana@umd.umich.edu Additional Info in Counseling Office

Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, & Stanford Juniors interested in meeting with college reps from Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, & Stanford should stop by the counseling office and pick up packet to attend their Breakfast on Friday May 16 in Troy, Michigan. It is guaranteed to be a wonderful experience!

Sigma Phi Epsilon is looking to recognize outstanding males for the “Balanced Man Scholarship”. Planning to attend the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in the fall of 2008 makes you eligible to apply. Apply online
http://uofmsigep.com, or check in to the Counseling Office for information.

Applications are now available!
ACC, the Arab American and Chaldean Council has a scholarship program to award high school seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, have been accepted to college, and have demonstrated extracurricular/volunteer activities. Applications must be submitted by Friday, May 2, 2008. Contact: Kimberly Salem at 248-559-1990.

Juniors and Seniors interested in experiencing a Science class in a unique field setting this summer, get a jump start on your college education credit thru Central Michigan University July 14th – August 1, 2008.
Check out: www.cst.cmich.edu/centers/cmubs or the Counseling Office for details.

haugenj :: Apr.30.2008 :: Daily Bulletin :: Comments Off

THOUGHT OF THE DAY

” Every day is a birthday. Wake up each day and celebrate. You woke up and in your right mind, activity of your limbs, whether you’ve a job to go or not, just to wake up and move is a gift and that’s your present.”
by Jonlyn H

April Core Value:
Diligence

The expectations of life depend upon diligence;
the mechanic that would perfect
his work must first sharpen his tools.
Confucius

Important Key Club Relay for Life Team meeting will be this Thursday, May 1, 2008 in A117 after school. Bring all donations and permission slips.

Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, & Stanford
Juniors interested in meeting with college reps from Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, & Stanford should stop by the counseling office and pick up packet to attend their Breakfast on Friday May 16 in Troy, Michigan. It is guaranteed to be a wonderful experience!

Congratulations to the girls’ varsity softball team for defeating River Rouge 13-1 on Monday. The team is now 10-8. Sophomore Mariam Abdallah had a home run and 2 RBI and junior Renee Garcia a double and 3 RBI to lead the offense. Next home game is Friday, May 2nd against Romulus.

Attention ALL US FIRST MEMBERS: If you are interested in attending the TEAM FORD FIRST Banquet, you must see me immediately in D-!03. The final list must be turned in TODAY!!! The Banquet is Wednesday, May 14th at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $15 per person. Family members are welcome to attend. See Mrs. Crabill regarding the submission of awards! RoboRoxy

Juniors & Seniors: ACT June 14th test date; deadline to register is Friday, May 9th. Go to ACT.org to register today. Counseling department

Talent show practices will be held tomorrow, April 29 and Wednesday April 30 after school in the auditorium. Please come on time and be ready to perfect your acts for the show on May 9. Adam will be running the sound board. Amanda Beydoun is to bring the master CD with her to practice. Thanks.

Congratulations to the boys track team for placing first at Crestwood’s Chargers Invite competing against over 10 schools.
Pre Med Meeting Wednesday, April 30 in Room D205 at 2:30. All members please join us and any new members are welcomed to come. A possible year end field trip to be discussed.
Volunteers Hours Available - Work for the Dearborn Public Library - Attend orientation May 1-3 at HF Centennial Library or call 943-2336
SENIORS: Please pick up your spring senior shirt form on Tuesday, April 22-29 before school by the tractor, and after, in Ms. Bertolis’room, A102. Last day to turn this in with money has been extended to Tuesday, April 29 due to Mrs. Bertolis’s absence.

Congratulations to the girls varsity tennis team for defeating Edsel Ford yesterday 5-3. The team was led by the play of #3 singles player Lara Achmar and the #1 doubles team Luma Beydoun and Dana Achmar

The Dearborn American Cancer Society Relay for Life will be held on the grounds of the Performing Arts Center at Michigan and Greenfield on Saturday, May 3 at 10:00am until Sunday, May 4 at 10:00 am. During this time we honor the memory of those individuals from our families and community who have been affected by this horrific disease and raise awareness and funds to end it. Please plan to come out and support the Fordson Relay for Life Teams and help fight cancer. RMS

IMPORTANT AP EXAM STUDENT REMINDERS
All AP exam students should fill out answer sheets for each test they have reserved. If you have not done this see Mrs. Scaramucci in A117 after school to complete answer sheets. Also, it is required that you turn in the AP Student pack with the labels in it to Mrs. Scaramucci, if you did not turn it in to one of your AP teachers. They will be needed at each exam. Final AP reminder handouts are being distributed in AP classrooms either Thursday or Friday this week. See Mrs. Scaramucci if you have any questions or concerns about the AP exams, the site, or guidelines.
NO CELL PHONES, IPODS, UNAUTHORIZED CALCULATORS, OR OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES MAY BE USED AT THE AP EXAM SITE INCLUDING BREAK TIME! LEAVE THEM AT HOME OR IN YOUR VEHICLE!

Attention young men who will be attending U of M- Ann Arbor in the 2008-09 school year. A new Scholarship opportunity is being offered by Delta Upsilon Memorial Foundation. Application is in Counseling Office. Check it out!

CAMP COLLEGE! Workshop for 9th, 10th & 11th grades. Use your ½ day off and learn all about going college.
U of M – Dearborn Campus tour, Friday, May 2nd. 8:30 to 3:00. Register by April 28th. Breakfast, lunch and parking provided. (313) 593-3576 or email: Urana@umd.umich.edu Additional Info in Counseling Office

Student Congress General Council meeting Monday, May 5. All first hour reps should report by
7:40 a.m. in the cafeteria. Mrs. Gass

SENIORS: Please pick up your 2008 Prom Contract and Guest Contract April 22-29 before school by the tractor. Tickets for the prom go on sale, May 1.

The Bader & Kay Elder Humanitarian Scholarship has been created to encourage students to think responsibly. Seniors, find out more details in the Counseling office, how creating the memorable essay will make you
eligible for this award. Deadline is May 13, 2008.

The Henry Ford Community College Foundation will offer 22, $1,000 Community scholarships to Fordson High School to students who have maintained a GPA of 3.0 and will be attending HFCC for the 2008-2009 academic school year. Students will receive $500.00 for the fall 2008 semester and $500 for the winter 2009 semester.

Students – The yearbook is on sale until May 23. Buy from any yearbook student or at the tractor before or after school. You may also buy after school from Mrs. Schuck in F205. The cost is $70. Personalize your book with an I-tag for $5.00 includes your name and one icon. Mrs. Schuck.

SENIORS: Prom attendance is directly related to school attendance. For those students who are tardy, late, or skip classes you will find you have made a choice not to attend prom this year. You have two months to make sure your attendance is perfect.

Testing out is scheduled for Thursday, May 8 for World Languages and Tuesday, May 13 for all other areas.
Pick up application forms from the registration office. Application forms are due back to the registration office no later than Thursday May 1st 2008. No application forms will be accepted after that date. Sandra Assaf

Any senior owing a fine of any type to the school must pay it by Friday May 2, 2008 otherwise his/her name WILL not appear on the graduation program and may not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony.

Seniors!!! Our years are coming to an end faster than we know it. To make our days memorable, we present to you our own class of 2008 film which will begin next semester. This is your video. Submit your photos (pictures of games and friends) on a CD or photo copy with your name, telephone number, and email address to Ms. Elder in the counseling office. See Nadine Assaf for more information. Stay Tuned for more Updates!

Seniors Now is your chance to say Thank You Mom! “Gracias Madre”
شكرا! Baba” To that special person in A personal message
Where: Byblos
When: Wednesday, June 4, 2008
7:00 pm
Cost: $15.00 per person- includes dinner
Limited number of tickets will be available
Make this an unforgettable graduation gift to your Parent(s) or significant adult
See Abbas, Nada, Abdulla, Zainab or Omar, or Ms. Elder
SHHHHH !! Don’t tell your Parents, it’s a surprise!

Sigma Phi Epsilon is looking to recognize outstanding males for the “Balanced Man Scholarship”. Planning
to attend the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in the fall of 2008 makes you eligible to apply. Apply online
http://uofmsigep.com, or check in to the Counseling Office for information.

Applications are now available!
ACC, the Arab American and Chaldean Council has a scholarship program to award
high school seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, have been accepted to college, and have
demonstrated extracurricular/volunteer activities. Applications must be submitted by
Friday, May 2, 2008. Contact: Kimberly Salem at 248-559-1990.

Juniors and Seniors interested in experiencing a Science class in a unique field setting this summer, get a jump start on your college education credit thru Central Michigan University July 14th – August 1, 2008.
Check out: www.cst.cmich.edu/centers/cmubs or the Counseling Office for details.

haugenj :: Apr.29.2008 :: Daily Bulletin :: Comments Off

THOUGHT OF THE DAY

In nature, nothing is perfect and everything is perfect. Trees can be contorted, bent in weird ways, and they’re still beautiful.
Alice Walker

April Core Value:
Diligence

The expectations of life depend upon diligence;
the mechanic that would perfect
his work must first sharpen his tools.
Confucius

Pre Med Meeting Wednesday, April 30 in Room D205 at 2:30. All members please join us and any new members are welcomed to come. A possible yer end field trip to be discussed.
Volunteers Hours Available - Work for the Dearborn Public Library - Attend orientation May 1-3 at HF Centennial Library or call 943-2336
SENIORS: Please pick up your spring senior shirt form on Tuesday, April 22-27 before school by the tractor, and after, in Ms. Bertolis’room, A102. Last day to turn this in with money has been extended to Tuesday, April 29 due to Mrs. Bertolis’s absence.

Congratulations to Senior Ali Saad who is one of the 100 recipients for the 2008 McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship Award. As a winner, Ali will receive $10,000 for 4 years at any public or private college or university in the United States. He will also be attending an e-Venture meeting in Illinois from June 29 – July 2, 2008, which will introduce scholars to various entrepreneurial skills, business awareness, and an opportunity to meet the other 100 winners.

Congratulations to the girls varsity tennis team for defeating Edsel Ford yesterday 5-3. The team was led by the play of #3 singles player Lara Achmar and the #1 doubles team Luma Beydoun and Dana Achmar

The Dearborn American Cancer Society Relay for Life will be held on the grounds of the Performing Arts Center at Michigan and Greenfield on Saturday, May 3 at 10:00am until Sunday, May 4 at 10:00 am. During this time we honor the memory of those individuals from our families and community who have been affected by this horrific disease and raise awareness and funds to end it. Please plan to come out and support the Fordson Relay for Life Teams and help fight cancer. RMS

IMPORTANT AP EXAM STUDENT REMINDERS
All AP exam students should fill out answer sheets for each test they have reserved. If you have not done this see Mrs. Scaramucci in A117 after school to complete answer sheets. Also, it is required that you turn in the AP Student pack with the labels in it to Mrs. Scaramucci, if you did not turn it in to one of your AP teachers. They will be needed at each exam. Final AP reminder handouts are being distributed in AP classrooms either Thursday or Friday this week. See Mrs. Scaramucci if you have any questions or concerns about the AP exams, the site, or guidelines.
NO CELL PHONES, IPODS, UNAUTHORIZED CALCULATORS, OR OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES MAY BE USED AT THE AP EXAM SITE INCLUDING BREAK TIME! LEAVE THEM AT HOME OR IN YOUR VEHICLE!

Attention young men who will be attending U of M- Ann Arbor in the 2008-09 school year. A new Scholarship opportunity is being offered by Delta Upsilon Memorial Foundation. Application is in Counseling Office. Check it out!

CAMP COLLEGE! Workshop for 9th, 10th & 11th grades. Use your ½ day off and learn all about going college.
U of M – Dearborn Campus tour, Friday, May 2nd. 8:30 to 3:00. Register by April 28th. Breakfast, lunch and parking provided. (313) 593-3576 or email: Urana@umd.umich.edu Additional Info in Counseling Office

Congratulations to the girls’ varstiy softball team for defeating Henry Ford Academy 17-8 on Friday. The team is now 9-4. Freshman Yazmin Hamid pitched 7 innings for the win and senior Juliet Harajli, sophomore Amal Abouarabi, and junior Bahia Zeidan each had two hits to lead the offense. Next home game is Monday, April 28th vs. River Rouge.

Student Congress General Council meeting Monday, May 5 in the auditorium. All first hour reps should report by
7:40 a.m. in the cafeteria. Mrs. Gass

SENIORS: Please pick up your 2008 Prom Contract and Guest Contract April 22-29 before school by the tractor. Tickets for the prom go on sale, May 1.

The Bader & Kay Elder Humanitarian Scholarship has been created to encourage students to think responsibly. Seniors, find out more details in the Counseling office, how creating the memorable essay will make you
eligible for this award. Deadline is May 13, 2008.

The Henry Ford Community College Foundation will offer 22, $1,000 Community scholarships to Fordson High School to students who have maintained a GPA of 3.0 and will be attending HFCC for the 2008-2009 academic school year. Students will receive $500.00 for the fall 2008 semester and $500 for the winter 2009 semester.

Students – The yearbook is on sale until April 30. Buy from any yearbook student or at the tractor before or after school. You may also buy after school from Mrs. Schuck in F205. The cost is $70. Personalize your book with an I-tag for $5.00 includes your name and one icon. Mrs. Schuck.

SENIORS: Prom attendance is directly related to school attendance. For those students who are tardy, late, or skip classes you will find you have made a choice not to attend prom this year. You have two months to make sure your attendance is perfect.

Testing out is scheduled for Thursday, May 8 for World Languages and Tuesday, May 13 for all other areas.
Pick up application forms from the registration office. Application forms are due back to the registration office no later than Thursday May 1st 2008. No application forms will be accepted after that date. Sandra Assaf

Any senior owing a fine of any type to the school must pay it by Friday May 2, 2008 otherwise his/her name WILL not appear on the graduation program and may not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony.

Seniors!!! Our years are coming to an end faster than we know it. To make our days memorable, we present to you our own class of 2008 film which will begin next semester. This is your video. Submit your photos (pictures of games and friends) on a CD or photo copy with your name, telephone number, and email address to Ms. Elder in the counseling office. See Nadine Assaf for more information. Stay Tuned for more Updates!

Seniors Now is your chance to say Thank You Mom! “Gracias Madre”
شكرا! Baba” To that special person in A personal message
Where: Byblos
When: Wednesday, June 4, 2008
7:00 pm
Cost: $15.00 per person- includes dinner
Limited number of tickets will be available
Make this an unforgettable graduation gift to your Parent(s) or significant adult
See Abbas, Nada, Abdulla, Zainab or Omar, or Ms. Elder
SHHHHH !! Don’t tell your Parents, it’s a surprise!

Sigma Phi Epsilon is looking to recognize outstanding males for the “Balanced Man Scholarship”. Planning
to attend the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in the fall of 2008 makes you eligible to apply. Apply online
http://uofmsigep.com, or check in to the Counseling Office for information.

Applications are now available!
ACC, the Arab American and Chaldean Council has a scholarship program to award
high school seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, have been accepted to college, and have
demonstrated extracurricular/volunteer activities. Applications must be submitted by
Friday, May 2, 2008. Contact: Kimberly Salem at 248-559-1990.

Juniors and Seniors interested in experiencing a Science class in a unique field setting this summer, get a jump start on your college education credit thru Central Michigan University July 14th – August 1, 2008.
Check out: www.cst.cmich.edu/centers/cmubs or the Counseling Office for details.

haugenj :: Apr.28.2008 :: Daily Bulletin :: Comments Off

THOUGHT OF THE DAY

In nature, nothing is perfect and everything is perfect. Trees can be contorted, bent in weird ways, and they’re still beautiful.
-Alice Walker

April Core Value:
Diligence

The expectations of life depend upon diligence;
the mechanic that would perfect
his work must first sharpen his tools.
Confucius

Congratulations to Senior Ali Saad who is one of the 100 recipients for the 2008 McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship Award. As a winner, Ali will receive $10,000 for 4 years at any public or private college or university in the United States. He will also be attending an e-Venture meeting in Illinois from June 29 – July 2, 2008, which will introduce scholars to various entrepreneurial skills, business awareness, and an opportunity to meet the other 100 winners.

Congratulations to the girls varsity tennis team for defeating Edsel Ford yesterday 5-3. The team was led by the play of #3 singles player Lara Achmar and the #1 doubles team Luma Beydoun and Dana Achmar

The Dearborn American Cancer Society Relay for Life will be held on the grounds of the Performing Arts Center at Michigan and Greenfield on Saturday, May 3 at 10:00am until Sunday, May 4 at 10:00 am. During this time we honor the memory of those individuals from our families and community who have been affected by this horrific disease and raise awareness and funds to end it. Please plan to come out and support the Fordson Relay for Life Teams and help fight cancer. RMS

IMPORTANT AP EXAM STUDENT REMINDERS
All AP exam students should fill out answer sheets for each test they have reserved. If you have not done this see Mrs. Scaramucci in A117 after school to complete answer sheets. Also, it is required that you turn in the AP Student pack with the labels in it to Mrs. Scaramucci, if you did not turn it in to one of your AP teachers. They will be needed at each exam. Final AP reminder handouts are being distributed in AP classrooms either Thursday or Friday this week. See Mrs. Scaramucci if you have any questions or concerns about the AP exams, the site, or guidelines.
NO CELL PHONES, IPODS, UNAUTHORIZED CALCULATORS, OR OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES MAY BE USED AT THE AP EXAM SITE INCLUDING BREAK TIME! LEAVE THEM AT HOME OR IN YOUR VEHICLE!

The Tractor Stop Shop will be having a ONE-DAY only sale on Friday, April 25!!! Almost everything will be 50% off!!! (excludes new merchandise & senior shirts)

EINSTEIN BAGELS will be sold in the Tractor Stop Shop on Friday!

Attention young men who will be attending U of M- Ann Arbor in the 2008-09 school year. A new Scholarship opportunity is being offered by Delta Upsilon Memorial Foundation. Application is in Counseling Office. Check it out!

CAMP COLLEGE! Workshop for 9th, 10th & 11th grades. Use your ½ day off and learn all about going college.
U of M – Dearborn Campus tour, Friday, May 2nd. 8:30 to 3:00. Register by April 28th. Breakfast, lunch and parking provided. (313) 593-3576 or email: Urana@umd.umich.edu Additional Info in Counseling Office

Congratulations to the girls’ varsity softball team for defeating Robichaud 20-5 on Monday. The team is now 8-2. Junior Reem Awada had 3 hits and 3 runs scored and senior Juliet Harajli and junior Nadia Reda each had two hits to lead the offense. Next home game is Monday, April 28th against River Rouge.

Student Congress General Council meeting Monday, May 5 in the auditorium. All first hour reps should report by 7:40 a.m. Mrs. Gass

SENIORS: Please pick up your spring senior shirt form on Tuesday, April 22-27 before school by the tractor, and after, in Ms. Bertolis’room, A102. Last day to turn this in with money is Friday, April 25.

SENIORS: Please pick up your 2008 Prom Contract and Guest Contract April 22-29 before school by the tractor. Tickets for the prom go on sale, May 1.

The Bader & Kay Elder Humanitarian Scholarship has been created to encourage students to think responsibly. Seniors, find out more details in the Counseling office, how creating the memorable essay will make you
eligible for this award. Deadline is May 13, 2008.

The Henry Ford Community College Foundation will offer 22, $1,000 Community scholarships to Fordson High School to students who have maintained a GPA of 3.0 and will be attending HFCC for the 2008-2009 academic school year. Students will receive $500.00 for the fall 2008 semester and $500 for the winter 2009 semester.

Students – The yearbook is on sale until April 30. Buy from any yearbook student or at the tractor before or after school. You may also buy after school from Mrs. Schuck in F205. The cost is $70. Personalize your book with an I-tag for $5.00 includes your name and one icon. Mrs. Schuck.

SENIORS: Prom attendance is directly related to school attendance. For those students who are tardy, late, or skip classes you will find you have made a choice not to attend prom this year. You have two months to make sure your attendance is perfect.

Testing out is scheduled for Thursday, May 8 for World Languages and Tuesday, May 13 for all other areas.
Pick up application forms from the registration office. Application forms are due back to the registration office no later than Thursday May 1st 2008. No application forms will be accepted after that date. Sandra Assaf

Any senior owing a fine of any type to the school must pay it by Friday May 2, 2008 otherwise his/her name WILL not appear on the graduation program and may not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony.

Seniors!!! Our years are coming to an end faster than we know it. To make our days memorable, we present to you our own class of 2008 film which will begin next semester. This is your video. Submit your photos (pictures of games and friends) on a CD or photo copy with your name, telephone number, and email address to Ms. Elder in the counseling office. See Nadine Assaf for more information. Stay Tuned for more Updates!

Sigma Phi Epsilon is looking to recognize outstanding males for the “Balanced Man Scholarship”. Planning
to attend the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in the fall of 2008 makes you eligible to apply. Apply online
http://uofmsigep.com, or check in to the Counseling Office for information.

Applications are now available!
ACC, the Arab American and Chaldean Council has a scholarship program to award
high school seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, have been accepted to college, and have
demonstrated extracurricular/volunteer activities. Applications must be submitted by
Friday, May 2, 2008. Contact: Kimberly Salem at 248-559-1990.

Juniors and Seniors interested in experiencing a Science class in a unique field setting this summer, get a jump start on your college education credit thru Central Michigan University July 14th – August 1, 2008.
Check out: www.cst.cmich.edu/centers/cmubs or the Counseling Office for details.

haugenj :: Apr.25.2008 :: Daily Bulletin :: Comments Off

THOUGHT OF THE DAY

Affection is responsible for nine-tenths of whatever solid and durable happiness there is in our lives.
-C. S. Lewis

April Core Value:
Diligence

The expectations of life depend upon diligence;
the mechanic that would perfect
his work must first sharpen his tools.
Confucius

KEY Club meets today, Thursday, April 24, 2008 in the café after school for 20 minutes. Great convention news, Memorial Day Parade, Safety Town and summer community service opportunities will be discussed. Please turn in all candy box money at this meeting or to Mrs. S. by Friday in A117. RMS

The KC Relay for Life team meets after the Key Club meeting @ 2:50 in A117. Any student or staff member interested in joining this effort to fight cancer is welcome to attend. Relay work schedules, permission slips, and final committee assignments are on the agenda for this meeting. RMS

The Dearborn American Cancer Society Relay for Life will be held on the grounds of the Performing Arts Center at Michigan and Greenfield on Saturday, May 3 at 10:00am until Sunday, May 4 at 10:00 am. During this time we honor the memory of those individuals from our families and community who have been affected by this horrific disease and raise awareness and funds to end it. Please plan to come out and support the Fordson Relay for Life Teams and help fight cancer. RMS

IMPORTANT AP EXAM STUDENT REMINDERS
All AP exam students should fill out answer sheets for each test they have reserved. If you have not done this see Mrs. Scaramucci in A117 after school to complete answer sheets. Also, it is required that you turn in the AP Student pack with the labels in it to Mrs. Scaramucci, if you did not turn it in to one of your AP teachers. They will be needed at each exam. Final AP reminder handouts are being distributed in AP classrooms either Thursday or Friday this week. See Mrs. Scaramucci if you have any questions or concerns about the AP exams, the site, or guidelines.
NO CELL PHONES, IPODS, UNAUTHORIZED CALCULATORS, OR OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES MAY BE USED AT THE AP EXAM SITE INCLUDING BREAK TIME! LEAVE THEM AT HOME OR IN YOUR VEHICLE!

The Tractor Stop Shop will be having a ONE-DAY only sale on Friday, April 25!!! Almost everything will be 50% off!!! (excludes new merchandise & senior shirts)

EINSTEIN BAGELS will be sold in the Tractor Stop Shop on Friday!

Attention young men who will be attending U of M- Ann Arbor in the 2008-09 school year. A new Scholarship opportunity is being offered by Delta Upsilon Memorial Foundation. Application is in Counseling Office. Check it out!

CAMP COLLEGE! Workshop for 9th, 10th & 11th grades. Use your ½ day off and learn all about going college.
U of M – Dearborn Campus tour, Friday, May 2nd. 8:30 to 3:00. Register by April 28th. Breakfast, lunch and parking provided. (313) 593-3576 or email: Urana@umd.umich.edu Additional Info in Counseling Office

Congratulations to the girls’ varsity softball team for defeating Robichaud 20-5 on Monday. The team is now 8-2. Junior Reem Awada had 3 hits and 3 runs scored and senior Juliet Harajli and junior Nadia Reda each had two hits to lead the offense. Next home game is Monday, April 28th against River Rouge.

Student Congress General Council meeting Monday, May 5 in the auditorium. All first hour reps should report by 7:40 a.m. Mrs. Gass

Pay It Forward Bus Tour
Mandatory meeting Thursday, April 24 in room A-217 at 2:30pm to prepare a presentation to the School Board on the STLF 4-Day Bus Tour which will be televised on Comcast. See DeAndre Rushing or Ms. Elder for information

SENIORS: Please pick up your spring senior shirt form on Tuesday, April 22-27 before school by the tractor, and after, in Ms. Bertolis’room, A102. Last day to turn this in with money is Friday, April 25.

SENIORS: Please pick up your 2008 Prom Contract and Guest Contract April 22-29 before school by the tractor. Tickets for the prom go on sale, May 1.

DRAMA CLUB MEETING ON THURSDAY, APRIL 24 TO ORGANIZE MOVIE NIGHT Room B-209 at 2:30.

The Bader & Kay Elder Humanitarian Scholarship has been created to encourage students to think responsibly. Seniors, find out more details in the Counseling office, how creating the memorable essay will make you
eligible for this award. Deadline is May 13, 2008.

The Henry Ford Community College Foundation will offer 22, $1,000 Community scholarships to Fordson High School to students who have maintained a GPA of 3.0 and will be attending HFCC for the 2008-2009 academic school year. Students will receive $500.00 for the fall 2008 semester and $500 for the winter 2009 semester.

ATTENTION TALENT SHOW ACTS. YOU MUST DROP OFF A COPY OF YOUR SONG ON CD TO MR. CANFIELD’S ROOM BY WEDNESDAY 4-23-08. THIS IS A NON-NEGOTIABLE DEADLINE. IF YOUR CD IS NOT THERE, YOU WILL NOT BE IN THE SHOW. PERIOD.

Students – The yearbook is on sale until April 30. Buy from any yearbook student or at the tractor before or after school. You may also buy after school from Mrs. Schuck in F205. The cost is $70. Personalize your book with an I-tag for $5.00 includes your name and one icon. Mrs. Schuck.

A luau is a Hawaiian party. Join us at Byblos for music, food, fun costumes and a chance to hang out with your friends. The luau will be April 30th from 6 to 9 pm. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased in G210 or at lunch from a member of the Shakespeare club. Last day for tickets will be Thursday, April 24. Tickets may be purchased at lunch and by the tractor after school.

SENIORS: Prom attendance is directly related to school attendance. For those students who are tardy, late, or skip classes you will find you have made a choice not to attend prom this year. You have two months to make sure your attendance is perfect.

Testing out is scheduled for Thursday, May 8 for World Languages and Tuesday, May 13 for all other areas.
Pick up application forms from the registration office. Application forms are due back to the registration office no later than Thursday May 1st 2008. No application forms will be accepted after that date. Sandra Assaf

Any senior owing a fine of any type to the school must pay it by Friday May 2, 2008 otherwise his/her name WILL not appear on the graduation program and may not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony.

Seniors!!! Our years are coming to an end faster than we know it. To make our days memorable, we present to you our own class of 2008 film which will begin next semester. This is your video. Submit your photos (pictures of games and friends) on a CD or photo copy with your name, telephone number, and email address to Ms. Elder in the counseling office. See Nadine Assaf for more information. Stay Tuned for more Updates!

Sigma Phi Epsilon is looking to recognize outstanding males for the “Balanced Man Scholarship”. Planning
to attend the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in the fall of 2008 makes you eligible to apply. Apply online
http://uofmsigep.com, or check in to the Counseling Office for information.

Applications are now available!
ACC, the Arab American and Chaldean Council has a scholarship program to award
high school seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, have been accepted to college, and have
demonstrated extracurricular/volunteer activities. Applications must be submitted by
Friday, May 2, 2008. Contact: Kimberly Salem at 248-559-1990.

Juniors and Seniors interested in experiencing a Science class in a unique field setting this summer, get a jump start on your college education credit thru Central Michigan University July 14th – August 1, 2008.
Check out: www.cst.cmich.edu/centers/cmubs or the Counseling Office for details.

haugenj :: Apr.24.2008 :: Daily Bulletin :: Comments Off

THOUGHT OF THE DAY

” I offer you peace. I offer you love. I offer you friendship. I see your beauty. I hear your need. I feel your feelings. My wisdom flows from the Highest Source. I salute that Source in you. Let us work together for unity and love.”
— Mahatma Gandhi
April Core Value:
Diligence

The expectations of life depend upon diligence;
the mechanic that would perfect
his work must first sharpen his tools.
Confucius

Attention young men who will be attending U of M- Ann Arbor in the 2008-09 school year. A new Scholarship opportunity is being offered by Delta Upsilon Memorial Foundation. Application is in Counseling Office. Check it out!

CAMP COLLEGE! Workshop for 9th, 10th & 11th grades. Use your ½ day off and learn all about going college.
U of M – Dearborn Campus tour, Friday, May 2nd. 8:30 to 3:00. Register by April 28th. Breakfast, lunch and parking provided. (313) 593-3576 or email: Urana@umd.umich.edu Additional Info in Counseling Office

Congratulations to the girls’ varsity softball team for defeating Robichaud 20-5 on Monday. The team is now 8-2. Junior Reem Awada had 3 hits and 3 runs scored and senior Juliet Harajli and junior Nadia Reda each had two hits to lead the offense. Next home game is Monday, April 28th against River Rouge.

Student Congress General Council meeting Friday, May 2 in the auditorium. All first hour reps should report by 7:40 a.m. Mrs. Gass

Pay It Forward Bus Tour
Mandatory meeting Thursday, April 24 in room A-217 at 2:30pm to prepare a presentation to the School Board on the STLF 4-Day Bus Tour which will be televised on Comcast. See DeAndre Rushing or Ms. Elder for information

SENIORS: Please pick up your spring senior shirt form on Tuesday, April 22-27 before school by the tractor, and after, in Ms. Bertolis’room, A102. Last day to turn this in with money is Friday, April 25.

SENIORS: Please pick up your 2008 Prom Contract and Guest Contract April 22-29 before school by the tractor. Tickets for the prom go on sale, May 1.

DRAMA CLUB MEETING ON THURSDAY, APRIL 24 TO ORGANIZE MOVIE NIGHT Room B-209 at 2:30.

The Bader & Kay Elder Humanitarian Scholarship has been created to encourage students to think responsibly. Seniors, find out more details in the Counseling office, how creating the memorable essay will make you
eligible for this award. Deadline is May 13, 2008.

The Henry Ford Community College Foundation will offer 22, $1,000 Community scholarships to Fordson High School to students who have maintained a GPA of 3.0 and will be attending HFCC for the 2008-2009 academic school year. Students will receive $500.00 for the fall 2008 semester and $500 for the winter 2009 semester.

Congratulations to the Boys Track Team for the victory on the First Tractor Relay Invitational last Friday for placing first out of six schools. Thanks for the support to all those who helped make this meet successful.

ATTENTION TALENT SHOW ACTS. YOU MUST DROP OFF A COPY OF YOUR SONG ON CD TO MR. CANFIELD’S ROOM BY WEDNESDAY 4-23-08. THIS IS A NON-NEGOTIABLE DEADLINE. IF YOUR CD IS NOT THERE, YOU WILL NOT BE IN THE SHOW. PERIOD.

Students – The yearbook is on sale until April 30. Buy from any yearbook student or at the tractor before or after school. You may also buy after school from Mrs. Schuck in F205. The cost is $70. Personalize your book with an I-tag for $5.00 includes your name and one icon. Mrs. Schuck.

The Hula is a Hawaiian dance. Celebrate spring by sending a little sunshine to a friend first or second hour. Chocolate Grams are $2 and Stuffed Animal Grams are $5. Send a colorful monkey, frog, hula bear or dolphin to a friend. Grams will be sold at lunch and by the tractor before and after school. The grams will be delivered on April 23rd.

A luau is a Hawaiian party. Join us at Byblos for music, food, fun costumes and a chance to hang out with your friends. The luau will be April 30th from 6 to 9 pm. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased in G210 or at lunch from a member of the Shakespeare club. Last day for tickets will be Thursday, April 24. Tickets may be purchased at lunch and by the tractor after school.

SENIORS: Prom attendance is directly related to school attendance. For those students who are tardy, late, or skip classes you will find you have made a choice not to attend prom this year. You have two months to make sure your attendance is perfect.

Testing out is scheduled for Thursday, May 8 for World Languages and Tuesday, May 13 for all other areas.
Pick up application forms from the registration office. Application forms are due back to the registration office no later than Thursday May 1st 2008. No application forms will be accepted after that date. Sandra Assaf

Any senior owing a fine of any type to the school must pay it by Friday May 2, 2008 otherwise his/her name WILL not appear on the graduation program and may not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony.

Seniors!!! Our years are coming to an end faster than we know it. To make our days memorable, we present to you our own class of 2008 film which will begin next semester. This is your video. Submit your photos (pictures of games and friends) on a CD or photo copy with your name, telephone number, and email address to Ms. Elder in the counseling office. See Nadine Assaf for more information. Stay Tuned for more Updates!

Sigma Phi Epsilon is looking to recognize outstanding males for the “Balanced Man Scholarship”. Planning
to attend the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in the fall of 2008 makes you eligible to apply. Apply online
http://uofmsigep.com, or check in to the Counseling Office for information.

Applications are now available!
ACC, the Arab American and Chaldean Council has a scholarship program to award
high school seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, have been accepted to college, and have
demonstrated extracurricular/volunteer activities. Applications must be submitted by
Friday, May 2, 2008. Contact: Kimberly Salem at 248-559-1990.

Juniors and Seniors interested in experiencing a Science class in a unique field setting this summer, get a jump start on your college education credit thru Central Michigan University July 14th – August 1, 2008.
Check out: www.cst.cmich.edu/centers/cmubs or the Counseling Office for details.

haugenj :: Apr.23.2008 :: Daily Bulletin :: Comments Off

THOUGHT OF THE DAY

I look only to the good qualities of men. Not being faultless myself, I won’t presume to probe into the faults of others.
-Mohandas Gandhi

April Core Value:
Diligence

The expectations of life depend upon diligence;
the mechanic that would perfect
his work must first sharpen his tools.
Confucius

Congratulations to the girls’ varsity softball team for defeating Robichaud 20-5 on Monday. The team is now 8-2. Junior Reem Awada had 3 hits and 3 runs scored and senior Juliet Harajli and junior Nadia Reda each had two hits to lead the offense. Next home game is Monday, April 28th against River Rouge.

Student Congress General Council meeting Friday, May 2 in the auditorium. All first hour reps should report by 7:40 a.m. Mrs. Gass

Pay It Forward Bus Tour
Mandatory meeting Thursday, April 24 in room A-217 at 2:30pm to prepare a presentation to the School Board on the STLF 4-Day Bus Tour which will be televised on Comcast. See DeAndre Rushing or Ms. Elder for information

SENIORS: Please pick up your spring senior shirt form on Tuesday, April 22-27 before school by the tractor, and after, in Ms. Bertolis’room, A102. Last day to turn this in with money is Friday, April 25.

SENIORS: Please pick up your 2008 Prom Contract and Guest Contract April 22-29 before school by the tractor. Tickets for the prom go on sale, May 1.

DRAMA CLUB MEETING ON THURSDAY, APRIL 24 TO ORGANIZE MOVIE NIGHT
Room B-209 at 2:30.

The Bader & Kay Elder Humanitarian Scholarship has been created to encourage students to think responsibly. Seniors, find out more details in the Counseling office, how creating the memorable essay will make you
eligible for this award. Deadline is May 13, 2008.

The Henry Ford Community College Foundation will offer 22, $1,000 Community scholarships to Fordson High School to students who have maintained a GPA of 3.0 and will be attending HFCC for the 2008-2009 academic school year. Students will receive $500.00 for the fall 2008 semester and $500 for the winter 2009 semester.

Congratulations to the Boys Track Team for the victory on the First Tractor Relay Invitational last Friday for placing first out of six schools. Thanks for the support to all those who helped make this meet successful.

ATTENTION TALENT SHOW ACTS. YOU MUST DROP OFF A COPY OF YOUR SONG ON CD TO MR. CANFIELD’S ROOM BY WEDNESDAY 4-23-08. THIS IS A NON-NEGOTIABLE DEADLINE. IF YOUR CD IS NOT THERE, YOU WILL NOT BE IN THE SHOW. PERIOD.

Students – The yearbook is on sale until April 30. Buy from any yearbook student or at the tractor before or after school. You may also buy after school from Mrs. Schuck in F205. The cost is $70. Personalize your book with an I-tag for $5.00 includes your name and one icon. Mrs. Schuck.

The Hula is a Hawaiian dance. Celebrate spring by sending a little sunshine to a friend first or second hour. Chocolate Grams are $2 and Stuffed Animal Grams are $5. Send a colorful monkey, frog, hula bear or dolphin to a friend. Grams will be sold at lunch and by the tractor before and after school. The grams will be delivered on April 23rd.

A luau is a Hawaiian party. Join us at Byblos for music, food, fun costumes and a chance to hang out with your friends. The luau will be April 30th from 6 to 9 pm. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased in G210 or at lunch from a member of the Shakespeare club. Last day for tickets will be Thursday, April 24. Tickets may be purchased at lunch and by the tractor after school.

SENIORS: Prom attendance is directly related to school attendance. For those students who are tardy, late, or skip classes you will find you have made a choice not to attend prom this year. You have two months to make sure your attendance is perfect.

Testing out is scheduled for Thursday, May 8 for World Languages and Tuesday, May 13 for all other areas.
Pick up application forms from the registration office. Application forms are due back to the registration office no later than Thursday May 1st 2008. No application forms will be accepted after that date. Sandra Assaf

Any senior owing a fine of any type to the school must pay it by Friday May 2, 2008 otherwise his/her name WILL not appear on the graduation program and may not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony.

Seniors!!! Our years are coming to an end faster than we know it. To make our days memorable, we present to you our own class of 2008 film which will begin next semester. This is your video. Submit your photos (pictures of games and friends) on a CD or photo copy with your name, telephone number, and email address to Ms. Elder in the counseling office. See Nadine Assaf for more information. Stay Tuned for more Updates!

Sigma Phi Epsilon is looking to recognize outstanding males for the “Balanced Man Scholarship”. Planning
to attend the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in the fall of 2008 makes you eligible to apply. Apply online
http://uofmsigep.com, or check in to the Counseling Office for information.

Applications are now available!
ACC, the Arab American and Chaldean Council has a scholarship program to award
high school seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, have been accepted to college, and have
demonstrated extracurricular/volunteer activities. Applications must be submitted by
Friday, May 2, 2008. Contact: Kimberly Salem at 248-559-1990.

Juniors and Seniors interested in experiencing a Science class in a unique field setting this summer, get a jump start on your college education credit thru Central Michigan University July 14th – August 1, 2008.
Check out: www.cst.cmich.edu/centers/cmubs or the Counseling Office for details.

haugenj :: Apr.22.2008 :: Daily Bulletin :: Comments Off

THOUGHT OF THE DAY

The source of love is deep in us and we can help others realize a lot of happiness. One word, one action, one thought can reduce another person’s suffering and bring that person joy.
-Thich Nhat Hanh

April Core Value:
Diligence

The expectations of life depend upon diligence;
the mechanic that would perfect
his work must first sharpen his tools.
Confucius

ATTENTION TALENT SHOW ACTS. YOU MUST DROP OFF A COPY OF YOUR SONG ON CD TO MR. CANFIELD’S ROOM BY WEDNESDAY 4-23-08. THIS IS A NON-NEGOTIABLE DEADLINE. IF YOUR CD IS NOT THERE, YOU WILL NOT BE IN THE SHOW. PERIOD.

Congratulations to the girls’ varsity softball team for defeating Melvindale ABT 9-5 and 16-4 in a doubleheader on Thursday. The team is now 7-2. Junior Renee Garcia had 4 hits and 3 RBI in game #1 and sophomore Mariam Abdallah and junior Reem Awada each had 3 hits in game #2. Next home game is Monday, April 21st against Dearborn Heights Robichaud.

ATTENTION SENIORS: IF YOU DID NOT GET A CHANCE TO SIGN THE 08 SHEET FOR THE SPRING SENIOR SHIRTS, PLEASE GO TO MS. BERTOLIS’ ROOM, A102 TO SIGN IT, BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL, TODAY THROUGH MONDAY, APRIL 21.

STUDENTS: We have again been offered a chance for our students to get a Michigan First Credit Union Scholarship. Students only need to put $5.00 into the credit union and they could receive $1,000. The deadline has been extended to April 30. Call Gwen Davis at 248.395.4133 for more information.

Buy Big Red Gum and Hot Tamales to support the American Red Cross Change Changes Lives Program!
On sale after school for the next two weeks at the main stairs. Proceeds go to families who have lost their homes due to fires.

Students – The yearbook is on sale until April 30. Buy from any yearbook student or at the tractor before or after school. You may also buy after school from Mrs. Schuck in F205. The cost is $70. Personalize your book with an I-tag for $5.00 includes your name and one icon. Mrs. Schuck.

The Hula is a Hawaiian dance. Celebrate spring by sending a little sunshine to a friend first or second hour. Chocolate Grams are $2 and Stuffed Animal Grams are $5. Send a colorful monkey, frog, hula bear or dolphin to a friend. Grams will be sold at lunch and by the tractor before and after school. The grams will be delivered on April 23rd.

A luau is a Hawaiian party. Join us at Byblos for music, food, fun costumes and a chance to hang out with your friends. The luau will be April 30th from 6 to 9 pm. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased in G210 or at lunch from a member of the Shakespeare club. Tickets are selling fast — don’t miss this chance to celebrate spring!

SENIORS: Prom attendance is directly related to school attendance. For those students who are tardy, late, or skip classes you will find you have made a choice not to attend prom this year. You have two months to make sure your attendance is perfect.

Testing out is scheduled for Thursday, May 8 for World Languages and Tuesday, May 13 for all other areas.
Pick up application forms from the registration office. Application forms are due back to the registration office no later than Thursday May 1st 2008. No application forms will be accepted after that date. Sandra Assaf

Any senior owing a fine of any type to the school must pay it by Friday May 2, 2008 otherwise his/her name WILL not appear on the graduation program and may not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony.

Seniors!!! Our years are coming to an end faster than we know it. To make our days memorable, we present to you our own class of 2008 film which will begin next semester. This is your video. Submit your photos (pictures of games and friends) on a CD or photo copy with your name, telephone number, and email address to Ms. Elder in the counseling office. See Nadine Assaf for more information. Stay Tuned for more Updates!

Sigma Phi Epsilon is looking to recognize outstanding males for the “Balanced Man Scholarship”. Planning
to attend the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in the fall of 2008 makes you eligible to apply. Apply online
http://uofmsigep.com, or check in to the Counseling Office for information.

Applications are now available!
ACC, the Arab American and Chaldean Council has a scholarship program to award
high school seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, have been accepted to college, and have
demonstrated extracurricular/volunteer activities. Applications must be submitted by
Friday, May 2, 2008. Contact: Kimberly Salem at 248-559-1990.

Juniors and Seniors interested in experiencing a Science class in a unique field setting this summer, get a jump start on your college education credit thru Central Michigan University July 14th – August 1, 2008.
Check out: www.cst.cmich.edu/centers/cmubs or the Counseling Office for details.

haugenj :: Apr.21.2008 :: Daily Bulletin :: Comments Off

THOUGHT OF THE DAY

Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you’ve imagined. As you simplify your life, the laws of the universe will be simpler.
-Henry David Thoreau

April Core Value:
Diligence

The expectations of life depend upon diligence;
the mechanic that would perfect
his work must first sharpen his tools.
Confucius

Congratulations to the girls’ varsity softball team for defeating Melvindale ABT 9-5 and 16-4 in a doubleheader on Thursday. The team is now 7-2. Junior Renee Garcia had 4 hits and 3 RBI in game #1 and sophomore Mariam Abdallah and junior Reem Awada each had 3 hits in game #2. Next home game is Monday, April 21st against Dearborn Heights Robichaud.

ALL BOYS INTERESTED IN PLAYING TENNIS NEXT FALL SHOULD SEE COACH FORSTER IN ROOM A103 TODAY.

ATTENTION SENIORS: IF YOU DID NOT GET A CHANCE TO SIGN THE 08 SHEET FOR THE SPRING SENIOR SHIRTS, PLEASE GO TO MS. BERTOLIS’ ROOM, A102 TO SIGN IT, BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL, TODAY THROUGH MONDAY, APRIL 21.

ATTENTION 10th GRADERS! Your PLAN Test scores are in!
For a copy of the results, see your Counselor.

STUDENTS: We have again been offered a chance for our students to get a Michigan First Credit Union Scholarship. Students only need to put $5.00 into the credit union and they could receive $1,000. The deadline has been extended to April 30. Call Gwen Davis at 248.395.4133 for more information.

Flip flop passes entitling the bearer to wear flip flops this Friday, April 18th are being sold this week only by Key Club as a special fundraiser for the family of a Fordson student who is extremely ill. All proceeds from this sale will go directly to the family to help curtail some of their medical expenses and pay their bills.
Additional donations would be greatly appreciated. Please bring them to A117 2nd - 7th hours. As always, we thank you for your continuous support. Rosa

Buy Big Red Gum and Hot Tamales to support the American Red Cross Change Changes Lives Program!
On sale after school for the next two weeks at the main stairs. Proceeds go to families who have lost their homes due to fires.

Students – The yearbook is on sale until April 30. Buy from any yearbook student or at the tractor before or after school. You may also buy after school from Mrs. Schuck in F205. The cost is $70. Personalize your book with an I-tag for $5.00 includes your name and one icon. Mrs. Schuck.

The Hula is a Hawaiian dance. Celebrate spring by sending a little sunshine to a friend first or second hour. Chocolate Grams are $2 and Stuffed Animal Grams are $5. Send a colorful monkey, frog, hula bear or dolphin to a friend. Grams will be sold at lunch and by the tractor before and after school. The grams will be delivered on April 23rd.

A luau is a Hawaiian party. Join us at Byblos for music, food, fun costumes and a chance to hang out with your friends. The luau will be April 30th from 6 to 9 pm. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased in G210 or at lunch from a member of the Shakespeare club. Tickets are selling fast — don’t miss this chance to celebrate spring!

SENIORS: Prom attendance is directly related to school attendance. For those students who are tardy, late, or skip classes you will find you have made a choice not to attend prom this year. You have two months to make sure your attendance is perfect.

CLASS OF 2008 WILL BE SPONSORING A KRISPY KREME DONUT SALE APRIL 17-18 FROM 7:00 -7:15.

Testing out is scheduled for Thursday, May 8 for World Languages and Tuesday, May 13 for all other areas.
Pick up application forms from the registration office. Application forms are due back to the registration office no later than Thursday May 1st 2008. No application forms will be accepted after that date. Sandra Assaf

Any senior owing a fine of any type to the school must pay it by Friday May 2, 2008 otherwise his/her name WILL not appear on the graduation program and may not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony.

Seniors!!! Our years are coming to an end faster than we know it. To make our days memorable, we present to you our own class of 2008 film which will begin next semester. This is your video. Submit your photos (pictures of games and friends) on a CD or photo copy with your name, telephone number, and email address to Ms. Elder in the counseling office. See Nadine Assaf for more information. Stay Tuned for more Updates!

Juniors, Class of 2009. National College Fair on April 17th from 6:30p-8:30p. Burton Manor 27777 Schoolcraft Road, Livonia 734/427-9110. Meet face-to-face with college reps from across the country. Over 35 colleges from Michigan alone. Take advantage of this great opportunity before your senior year. Mrs. Gass

Sigma Phi Epsilon is looking to recognize outstanding males for the “Balanced Man Scholarship”. Planning
to attend the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in the fall of 2008 makes you eligible to apply. Apply online
http://uofmsigep.com, or check in to the Counseling Office for information.

Applications are now available!
ACC, the Arab American and Chaldean Council has a scholarship program to award
high school seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, have been accepted to college, and have
demonstrated extracurricular/volunteer activities. Applications must be submitted by
Friday, May 2, 2008. Contact: Kimberly Salem at 248-559-1990.

Juniors and Seniors interested in experiencing a Science class in a unique field setting this summer, get a jump start on your college education credit thru Central Michigan University July 14th – August 1, 2008.
Check out: www.cst.cmich.edu/centers/cmubs or the Counseling Office for details.

haugenj :: Apr.18.2008 :: Daily Bulletin :: Comments Off

THOUGHT OF THE DAY

Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could; some blunders and absurdities have crept in; forget them as soon as you can. Tomorrow is a new day; you shall begin it serenely and with too high a spirit to be encumbered with your old nonsense.
-Ralph Waldo Emerson

Congratulations to the girls’ varsity softball team for defeating Pontiac AOE 18-3 on Wednesday. Sophomore Mariam Abdallah tripled and scored 3 runs and freshman Yazmin Hamid had a home run and 4 RBI to lead the offense. The team is now 5-2. Next home game is Monday, April 21st against Dearborn Heights Robichaud.

ATTENTION SENIORS: IF YOU DID NOT GET A CHANCE TO SIGN THE 08 SHEET FOR THE SPRING SENIOR SHIRTS, PLEASE GO TO MS. BERTOLIS’ ROOM, A102 TO SIGN IT, BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL, TODAY THROUGH MONDAY, APRIL 21.

The Tractor Stop Shop will be selling Einstein bagels Thursday before school and during the lunch hours!

ATTENTION 10th GRADERS! Your PLAN Test scores are in!
For a copy of the results, see your Counselor.

STUDENTS: We have again been offered a chance for our students to get a Michigan First Credit Union Scholarship. Students only need to put $5.00 into the credit union and they could receive $1,000. The deadline has been extended to April 30. Call Gwen Davis at 248.395.4133 for more information.

ATTENTION DRAMA CLUB MEMBERS There will be a meeting on Thursday, April 24 in Room B-209 to discuss the details and organize for MOVIE NIGHT! Set for Thursday, May 1st

Flip flop passes entitling the bearer to wear flip flops this Friday, April 18th are being sold this week only by Key Club as a special fundraiser for the family of a Fordson student who is extremely ill. All proceeds from this sale will go directly to the family to help curtail some of their medical expenses and pay their bills.
Additional donations would be greatly appreciated. Please bring them to A117 2nd - 7th hours. As always, we thank you for your continuous support. Rosa

Congratulations to the girls’ varsity softball team for defeating Henry Ford Academy 15-5 on Tuesday. The team is now 4-2 overall. Senior Hyatt Bakri had 3 hits and sophomore Amal Abouarabi had 2 hits and 2 RBI to lead the offense. Next home game is Wednesday, April 16th vs. Pontiac AOE.

Congrats Key Clubbers!
The Fordson Key Club brought home the following awards from the Michigan District Convention last weekend in Boyne Mountain.:
1st place in Poptabs (turning in 194lbs),
1st in Major Emphasis (Health posters for the local elementary schools),
1st in Single Service (Future Educators),
1st in Club Video (created by current President Ayah Omar),
1st in Oratorical (Jihad Komis, who delivered his speech on open mindedness to the audience of 500 people),
2nd in Club Poster (designed by Anwar Beydoun),
and additional recognitions for UNICEF, Early Bird Dues, and Club Secretary.
We want to thank the staff, students, and community for supporting our efforts to bring positive change to the world through community service!

Pay It Forward Bus Tour
Mandatory meeting Thursday, April 17 in room A-217 at 2:30pm to discuss plans for the “Crossing Racial Borders” presentation. See DeAndre Rushing or Ms. Elder for information

Buy Big Red Gum and Hot Tamales to support the American Red Cross Change Changes Lives Program!
On sale after school for the next two weeks at the main stairs. Proceeds go to families who have lost their homes due to fires.

Students – The yearbook is on sale until April 30. Buy from any yearbook student or at the tractor before or after school. You may also buy after school from Mrs. Schuck in F205. The cost is $70. Personalize your book with an I-tag for $5.00 includes your name and one icon. Mrs. Schuck.

The Hula is a Hawaiian dance. Celebrate spring by sending a little sunshine to a friend first or second hour. Chocolate Grams are $2 and Stuffed Animal Grams are $5. Send a colorful monkey, frog, hula bear or dolphin to a friend. Grams will be sold at lunch and by the tractor before and after school. The grams will be delivered on April 23rd.

A luau is a Hawaiian party. Join us at Byblos for music, food, fun costumes and a chance to hang out with your friends. The luau will be April 30th from 6 to 9 pm. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased in G210 or at lunch from a member of the Shakespeare club. Tickets are selling fast — don’t miss this chance to celebrate spring!

SENIORS: Prom attendance is directly related to school attendance. For those students who are tardy, late, or skip classes you will find you have made a choice not to attend prom this year. You have two months to make sure your attendance is perfect.

CLASS OF 2008 WILL BE SPONSORING A KRISPY KREME DONUT SALE APRIL 17-18 FROM 7:00 -7:15.

Testing out is scheduled for Thursday, May 8 for World Languages and Tuesday, May 13 for all other areas.
Pick up application forms from the registration office. Application forms are due back to the registration office no later than Thursday May 1st 2008. No application forms will be accepted after that date. Sandra Assaf

Any senior owing a fine of any type to the school must pay it by Friday May 2, 2008 otherwise his/her name WILL not appear on the graduation program and may not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony.

Seniors!!! Our years are coming to an end faster than we know it. To make our days memorable, we present to you our own class of 2008 film which will begin next semester. This is your video. Submit your photos (pictures of games and friends) on a CD or photo copy with your name, telephone number, and email address to Ms. Elder in the counseling office. See Nadine Assaf for more information. Stay Tuned for more Updates!

Juniors, Class of 2009. National College Fair on April 17th from 6:30p-8:30p. Burton Manor 27777 Schoolcraft Road, Livonia 734/427-9110. Meet face-to-face with college reps from across the country. Over 35 colleges from Michigan alone. Take advantage of this great opportunity before your senior year. Mrs. Gass

Sigma Phi Epsilon is looking to recognize outstanding males for the “Balanced Man Scholarship”. Planning
to attend the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in the fall of 2008 makes you eligible to apply. Apply online
http://uofmsigep.com, or check in to the Counseling Office for information.

Applications are now available!
ACC, the Arab American and Chaldean Council has a scholarship program to award
high school seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, have been accepted to college, and have
demonstrated extracurricular/volunteer activities. Applications must be submitted by
Friday, May 2, 2008. Contact: Kimberly Salem at 248-559-1990.

Juniors and Seniors interested in experiencing a Science class in a unique field setting this summer, get a jump start on your college education credit thru Central Michigan University July 14th – August 1, 2008.
Check out: www.cst.cmich.edu/centers/cmubs or the Counseling Office for details.

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