FHS News

THOUGHT OF THE DAY

No person is your friend who demands your silence, or denies your right to grow.
-Alice Walker

Diligence

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

TRACTOR STOP SHOP SALE! This week all clothing is 50% off. All stuffed animals are only $1!!!

SENIORS: LAST DAY TO BUY TICKETS FOR THE PROM IS FRIDAY, MAY 23. PLEASE COME TO MS. BERTOLIS’ ROOM, A102 BEFORE SCHOOL OR AFTER SCHOOL, AND BEFORE 2:30 P.M. ON FRIDAY. THANKS FOR YOUR COOPERATION.

“Seniors who wrote and submitted a graduation speech to Mrs. Kassem need to come to room B209 on Thursday
(May 22 ,2008) at 2:25 p.m. to try out for their speeches. We will take speakers according to the order in which they signed up. All are expected to show up promptly and stay for the duration of the speeches. There are 11 speeches and each should take no longer than 5 minutes. Two students will be selected to speak during graduation.”
Mrs. Kassem

Students who submitted artwork or creative writing to The Quill should stop by G210 this Wednesday or Thursday afterschool to proof the final copies, correct spelling of names and layout. Thanks! Ms. Prieur

SENIORS! We’d like to see your smiling faces in the display case. Please submit your picture (senior, family, baby), to Ms. Chatburn in the Counseling Office sometime this week!!!!

All students running for Student Congress 08-09, must attend meeting after school Wednesday, May 21st in Media Center. If you do not attend this mandatory meeting, you cannot run for office. Mrs. Gass

Any senior leaving campus for any reason must leave immediately and not loiter in the parking lot. Seniors who loiter could put their graudation and prom in jeopardy. Mr. Baydoun

Library – All books are due back Friday, May 23 – Mr. Haugen

Senior panoramic picture in the main Gym this Friday May 23, 2008 at 10:00 am. Students should be brought down to the gym by their teachers.

Seniors: Because of an error in the blue senior shirts, if you would like to have Fordson added to the blue shirt only, please bring it to Ms. Bertolis room, A102 Tuesday, May 20. We will send them back to the printer Tuesday afternoon. Thank you for your cooperation.
SENIORS: You can pick up your senior shirts, white and blue, Thursday and Friday (May 22, 23) before and after school by the tractor. Thank you for your patience.

The Fordson Varsity Swim team has reserved the main gym on Thursday, May 29th (2:15-4:15 p.m.). This activity day (Basketball, Volleyball) is open for all boys and girls who are currently on the swim team, and all students who plan on trying out next year. The 8th graders have been invited from the middle schools; please spread the word in regards to the event, dress to play…S.Wyka

Great Opportunity
Do you want to conduct DNA testing, drug testing, hair analysis, and much more,
Attend the Forensic Science Summer Camp at Lawrence Tech. Stop by the counseling office for details

There will be a Drama Club meeting On Wednesday, May 21 to discuss next season and elect officers and board members 2:30 Room B-209

All KEY Clubbers should plan to attend our special year end Induction and Farewell to Seniors Reception on Thursday, May 22 in the Café from 2:25-3:00. Parents and staff members are also welcome. Come and celebrate another great Key Club year. RMS

ADVANCED PLACEMENT MEETINGS
FOR FALL CLASSES 2008-2009*

All students planning to take Advanced Placement classes in September must attend orientation/summer work meetings.
Students should plan to arrive promptly by 2:25 and stay for at least 30 minutes or until dismissed.

AP Chemistry Tuesday, May 27 Mr. Hargraves D201

AP Studio Art Wednesday, May 28 Ms Curtis F204

AP European History Friday, May 30 Mr. Shannon A107

AP Calculus Tuesday, June 3 Mr. Conway A215

AP Biology Wednesday, June 4 Mr. Harrison D205

AP English Comp Friday, June 6 Mrs. Kassem C203

It is the student’s responsibility to meet with the AP teacher, if absent on the required meeting day.
Absence from this meeting will not drop you from the class.
All AP schedule changes must be made with counselors before the end of this school
year. *Additional meetings to be announced.

“A New Course”
Due to a state grant, a new course for next fall entitled: Intro to Advanced Arabic Literature, is now available. Students shoule be very fluent in Modern Standard Arabic reading, writing, and speaking skills. This will be a one semester course worth 1/2 credit. See Mrs Hammami (All3) or your counselor for enrollement information. Nabila Hammami

Next home game for girls’ varsity softball is Wednesday, May 21st against Romulus S.A. at 4:00 at Ford Woods.

FHS Vocal Music Department will present it’s annual Spring Concert on Thursday, May 22nd at 7:30 in the auditorium. Admission is $7.00 at the door.

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!

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.

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

Senior Class of 2008 Parent Appreciation Night
Fordson’s Top Ten List of:

• What I will miss about the years spent as a Fordson student
• What I will not miss about being a Fordson student
• What my parents do not know about me

If you want your response to be in the program email it to: Abdallah_fhs@yahoo.com
Or deliver them to Ms. Sonia Beydoun or Mr. Conway – by Wednesday, May 21
Responses will be announced at the Dinner on June 2, 6:30pm at Byblos
Get your tickets now!

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

YMA-Islamic Center of America, Scholarship opportunities! Seniors, write an essay by May 30th, choosing from a number of questions that may pertain to you. Eligibility and details are available in the Counseling Office, or call YMA at (313)- 228-8900.

The WISE program is designed to encourage young women to consider careers in Science and Engineering.
U of M -Ann Arbor is offering interested 9th and 10th graders to attend for a week from July 14th- July 18th. See the Counseling Office for details and applications.

Tau Kappa Epsilon is offering a Scholarship opportunity for seniors that will be attending Western Michigan University and considering joining a Fraternity. John C. Bibbler Scholarship, deadline May 31st.
A Great Community Service Opportunity this Weekend!!!
The Fourth Annual National Arab American Service Day

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