BULLETIN Thursday May 8, 2008
THOUGHT OF THE DAY
On the whole human beings want to be good, but not too good and not quite all the time.
-George Orwell
Diligence
The expectations of life depend upon diligence;
the mechanic that would perfect
his work must first sharpen his tools.
Confucius
All NHS members interested in running for office for next year need to turn in their applications by Friday into Mr. Canfield’s room. Thanks. Jason Canfield
Great Mother’s day gift Check out Mrs. Ahmad’s Vocal CD. You may purchase one for $5.00 by passing by her room, A122. She is also directing the ‘dabke’ at the vocal music concert on May 22nd. T.Bumbaca
The Fordson High School Men’s Vocal group is in danger of being cancelled permanently. If any 9th or 10th grade male would like to try out for and possibly save what is a very fine singing group, please see Mr. Bumbaca in the choir room ASAP. We are barely on life support. T Bumbaca
Library – Last day for book check out is Monday, May 19. All books are due back Friday, May 23 – Mr. Haugen
Testing Out Schedule
Thursday, May 8 Arabic 1-2 and 7-8 only
Tuesday, May 13 Arabic 3-4, 5-6 and all other areas
Testing is after school in the cafeteria
Please pick up your testing out forms from the registration office. You will need the form and your school ID to take the test.
Congratulations to the girls’ varsity softball team for defeating Inkster 18-8 and 16-1 in a doubleheader on Monday. The team is now 12-9. The offense was led by junior Renee Garcia with 6 hits and 7 RBI and sophomore Mariam Abdallah with 3 hits and 4 runs scored. Next home game is Friday, May 9th against Edsel Ford at 7:00 PM, under the lights at Ford Woods. Jeff Conway
Talent show tickets go on sale this week. Tickets are $6. NO tickets will be sold at the door. See Mr. Canfield or Amanda Baydoun for more details.
Class of 2009 meeting will be held on Friday, May 9 after school in Mrs. Dion’s room. Attendance is mandatory.
Fash Bash, Dress To Impress, May 16th at 7pm, Go to room C205 for $10 Ticket. Thank you so much…..J Fauz
Attention ALL US FIRST MEMBERS: The Team Ford First 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
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.
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.
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!
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.
Juniors Class of 2009
Harvard, Duke, Georgetown,
Penn, & Stanford Wannabes
Come Meet these College Reps
Harvard, Duke, Georgetown,
Penn, & Stanford Wannabes
Come Meet these College Reps
Register Now
Thursday, May 15, 2008 7:30 P.M. in Troy, MI
Register online at: www.exploringcollegeoptions.org
See counseling office for details
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.
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.
Senior Class of 2008
What a Better Way to Say Thank You to that Special Adult
Parent Thank You Nite Dinner
Byblos Banquet Hall
Monday, June 2, 2008 6:30pm
$15/person –
Limited number of tickets available
See Ms. Elder for tickets
Microsoft Technology Summer Camp for Girls – FREE
Eligible applicants for the metro area camp must be in grades 10-12.
Applications are due May 30, 2008 acceptance will be announced by June 13, 2008.
Website: www.webpartners.org/technology.html
Click on: DigiGirlz- A Microsoft Diviersity & Inclusion Program
COLLEGE PREP WORKSHOP
Tuesday, June 24
6:00-9:00 pm – No Cost
U of M- Dearborn Campus
19000 Hubbard Drive
Do you Need Community Service Hours ? DETROIT FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED JUNE 6, 7, & 8, 2008. Stop by the Counseling Office for more info
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