Monday 4/30 Announcements

CLUBS
HOSA 5/4
If you are interested in being a HOSA officer

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next year applications are available from Mrs. Sloan

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posted on Mrs. Sloan's teacher website. Applications are due Friday May 4th.

MARCH OF DIMES
Thank you to everyone who participated in the March of Dimes fundraiser. Mrs. Sizemore's class was the winner, raising $94.87. They will receive Chick-fil-a biscuits as their prize.

EVENTS
SENIORS TRIP TO THE DASH 5/2
Seniors attending the Dash Baseball game on May 2nd will report to the buses at 9:40 and return at the end of the school day.

FTCC 5/3
Forsyth Technical Community College admission representative Eddie Waddell will be at Forbush High School on May 3rd from 11:10–1:30 in the A building lobby. He is available to talk with any students interested in attending FTCC.  Any senior who has applied to FTCC, needs to talk to Mr. Waddell on May 3rd.  He will assist with any questions you may have.

AWARDS DAY 5/4
Seniors, this Friday, May 4th is our Forbush High School Awards Day program. Seniors who have communicated with Ms. Mitze about their achievements will be recognized. Accomplishments that will be recognized include scholarships, college admission, skills awards, 200+ volunteer hours, and military enlistment. Parents & guests are welcome to attend. All parents and guests are asked to arrive by 1pm to be seated prior to senior procession.    
 
CREDIT RECOVERY
Students, if you are interested in summer school opportunities through the Yadkin Virtual Academy or for Credit Recovery, please pick up an application in the front office. We have a limited number of spots, so please complete an application and return it to the office as soon as possible.

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Thursday Announcements

CLASS OFFICERS
Any freshmen, sophomore or junior interested in running for class officers for the 2018-2019 school year, please see Señora Helton in 703H by Friday.

CLUBS
FFA
Any FFA member from Fall semester that would like to apply for their FFA Greenhand Degree or FFA Chapter Degree needs to stop by and fill out paperwork in Mr. Elliott's classroom today or tomorrow Friday, April 27th. Applications will be accepted no later than 3:30 on Friday.

SENIORS
RED CROSS SCHOLARSHIP 4/27
All applications for the Red Cross scholarship are due to Mrs. Sloan tomorrow Friday April 27th.

RED CORDS 4/27
If you are a senior qualify for a red cord at graduation by one of the following ways: three donations, eight hours of service or recruiting five first time donors please see Mrs. Sloan tomorrow Friday, April 27th so that your information can be sent to the Red Cross for your red cord.
If you have received your red cord already in the mail please see Mrs. Sloan so that you name can be added to the list for awards day and noted on the graduation program.

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SPORTS
MENS BASKETBALL CAMP
Anyone interested in going to basketball team camp this summer, please see Coach Christopherson by Friday room 404D.

WOMEN'S TENNIS
Women's Tennis Open Courts will be held this Saturday

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from 9-10:30. Sign-Up on Coach Vestal's door 604G if you are interested. Check the team Remind Saturday morning in case of weather cancellation.

TENNIS
Congratulations to Matt Wilhelm and Lance Kennedy for winning the conference doubles championship. They are back to back conference champs in doubles and will go to regionals next week.
Wilhelm and Kennedy were named All Conference
Seth Anderson was named Honorable Mention all-conference in singles
Peyton Eldridge and Jaedan Gage were named Honorable Mention all-conference in doubles.

EVENTS
COLLEGE GEAR DAY 4/27
Students, remember to wear the gear of your future college or military branch tomorrow for College Gear Day.  We will be taking photographs to commemorate your accomplishment.  Please report to your appointment time and place in order to capture your moment. Teachers and staff don't forget to wear your college gear as well! See Mr. Sorrell if you have any questions.

RELAY FOR LIFE 4/27
Relay for Life t-shirts orders will be taken thru Friday, April 27th. Place your order to support the Forbush Falcon team during any lunch in the lobby of A building. Stop by to enter for a FREE t-shirt by naming a type of cancer!  You may also purchase Footprints in memory or honor of someone for only $1.

CREDIT RECOVERY
Students, if you are interested in summer school opportunities through the Yadkin Virtual Academy or for Credit Recovery, please pick up an application in the front office. We have a limited number of spots, so please complete an application and return it to the office as soon as possible.

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Wednesday Announcements 4/25

CLUBS
CLASS OFFICERS
Any freshmen, sophomore or junior interested in running for class officers for the 2018-2019 school year, please see Señora Helton in 703H by Friday.

JR. CIVITAN 4/26
The next Jr. Civitan meeting is tomorrow, April 26th at 7:50am in 604G. Officer elections for next year will be held and T-shirt order forms & payments are due. All members please plan to attend.

BASS FISHING CLUB 5/11
If you are interested in joining the Forbush Bass Fishing club, there will be an interest meeting right after school on May 11th in the first cafeteria. You must have a parent present at this meeting.

SENIORS
FRANK STEELMAN SCHOLARSHIP 4/25
Seniors, the deadline for the Frank Steelman Scholarship is today April 25th. If you are planning to go into a business-related field, please apply for this $1,000 scholarship. See Mrs. Monroe in the Counseling Office for an application.

RED CROSS SCHOLARSHIP 4/27
All applications for the Red Cross scholarship are due to Mrs. Sloan by Friday April 27th.

RED CORDS 4/27
If you are a senior qualify for a red cord at graduation by one of the following ways: three donations, eight hours of service or recruiting five first time donors please see Mrs. Sloan by Friday April 27th so that your information can be sent to the Red Cross for your red cord.
If you have received your red cord already in the mail please see Mrs. Sloan so that you name can be added to the list for awards day and noted on the graduation program.

SPORTS
MENS BASKETBALL CAMP
Anyone interested in going to basketball team camp this summer, please see Coach Christopherson this week room 404D.

WOMEN'S TENNIS
Women's Tennis Open Courts will be held this Saturday from 9am-10:30am. Sign-Up on Coach Vestal's door 604G if you are interested. Check the team Remind Saturday morning in case of weather cancellation.

EVENTS
FREE Summer Camp 4/25
If any freshman, sophomore, or junior interested in participating in Camp Med, a three day FREE summer medical camp at Surry Community College in June, pick up an application packet from Mrs. Sloan 520E or the Guidance Office this week. Applications are due tomorrow, April 25th.

COLLEGE GEAR DAY 4/27
College Gear Day is Friday, April 27th!
If you will be attending a post-secondary school next fall, wear your future school gear and have your college signing day captured in pictures here at Forbush High School.
This event includes enlisting with our nation's armed forces!
The deadline to sign up is Wednesday, April 25th.
Sign up in the guidance office with Ms. Monroe or see Mr. Sorrell if you have any questions.

RELAY FOR LIFE 4/27
Relay for Life t-shirts orders will be taken thru Friday, April 27th. Place your order to support the Forbush Falcon team during any lunch in the lobby of A building. Stop by to enter for a FREE t-shirt by naming a type of cancer!  You may also purchase Footprints in memory or honor of someone for only $1.

CREDIT RECOVERY
Students, if you are interested in summer school opportunities through the Yadkin Virtual Academy or for Credit Recovery, please pick up an application in the front office. We have a limited number of spots, so please complete an application and return it to the office as soon as possible.

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Tuesday Announcements 4/24

CLUBS
JR. CIVITAN
The next Jr. Civitan meeting is Thursday, April 26th at 7:50am in 604G.

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Officer elections for next year will be held and T-shirt order forms & payments are due.

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All members please plan to attend.

MARCH OF DIMES
This is our final week of our March of Dimes fundraiser.  Please help support this important cause.

SENIORS 4/25
Seniors, the deadline for the Frank Steelman Scholarship is tomorrow April 25th. If you are planning to go into a business-related field, please apply for this $1,000 scholarship. See Mrs. Monroe in the Counseling Office for an application.

RED CROSS SCHOLARSHIP 4/27
All applications for the Red Cross scholarship are due to Mrs. Sloan by Friday April 27th.

RED CORDS 4/27
If you are a senior qualify for a red cord at graduation by one of the following ways: three donations, eight hours of service or recruiting five first time donors please see Mrs. Sloan by Friday April 27th so that your information can be sent to the Red Cross for your red cord.
If you have received your red cord already in the mail please see Mrs. Sloan so that you name can be added to the list for awards day and noted on the graduation program.

SPORTS
MENS BASKETBALL CAMP
Anyone interested in going to basketball team camp this summer, please see Coach Christopherson this week room 404D.

TRACK
Track will meet in the lobby of A-Building for practice. Practice will end at 4:30 today.

WOMEN'S TENNIS
Women's Tennis Open Courts will be held this Saturday from 9am-10:30am. Sign-Up on Coach Vestal's door 604G if you are interested. Check the team Remind Saturday morning in case of weather cancellation.

EVENTS
SPRING PICTURES 4/25
Spring photos are tomorrow April 25th in the auditorium.
Stop by the office to pick up an order form.
A completed order form is required to have your picture taken.

FREE Summer Camp 4/25
If any freshman, sophomore, or junior interested in participating in Camp Med, a three day FREE summer medical camp at Surry Community College in June, pick up an application packet from Mrs. Sloan 520E or the Guidance Office this week. Applications are due tomorrow, April 25th.

COLLEGE GEAR DAY 4/27
College Gear Day is Friday, April 27th!
If you will be attending a post-secondary school next fall, wear your future school gear and have your college signing day captured in pictures here at Forbush High School.
This event includes enlisting with our nation's armed forces!
The deadline to sign up is Wednesday, April 25th.
Sign up in the guidance office with Ms. Monroe or see Mr. Sorrell if you have any questions.

BASS FISHING CLUB 5/11
If you are interested in joining the Forbush Bass Fishing club, there will be an interest meeting right after school on May 11th in the first cafeteria. You must have a parent present at this meeting.

CREDIT RECOVERY
Students, if you are interested in summer school opportunities through the Yadkin Virtual Academy or for Credit Recovery, please pick up an application in the front office. We have a limited number of spots, so please complete an application and return it to the office as soon as possible.

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Monday April 23 Announcements

CLUBS
JR. CIVITAN
The next Jr. Civitan meeting will be this Thursday, April 26th at 7:50am in 604G. Officer elections for next year will be held. Additionally, T-shirt order forms & payments are due. All members please plan to attend.

SKILLS
Congratulations to the following Skills competitors. Skills had six out of our small team of eight that placed top 5 in the state!
Zach Morris- 1st place Motorcycle Technology ($10,000.00 scholarship) headed to nationals in June.
Alesha Milholland- 2nd place Power Equipment Technology ($7500.00 scholarship) National alternate
Athan Wilson- 3rd place Principles of Engineering National alternate
Chris Gieger- 4th place Marine Technology National alternate
Lucas Fletcher- 4th place Basic Health Care Skills National alternate
Zeke Matthews- 5th place Motorcycle Technology
Caitlin Beamon- Basic Firefighting
Mackenzie Dyson- Job Interview

MARCH OF DIMES
This is our final week of our March of Dimes fundraiser.  Please help support this important cause.
Fact of the day: A band aid is the same size as a blood pressure cuff for a preemie.  Preterm babies weigh less and have less developed organs which need constant monitoring.

JROTC
The Falcon Battalion JROTC is accepting donations to support families affected by the tornadoes that hit Greensboro last Sunday. Donated items can include toiletries, batteries, new clothing, non-perishable food, and bottled water. Please bring to room 130A if you would like to contribute.

BASS FISHING CLUB
If you are interested in joining the Forbush Bass Fishing

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lub, there will be an interest meeting right after school on May 11 in the first cafeteria. You must have a parent present at this meeting. Again, the interest meeting is May 11 right after school in the first cafeteria.

BAND
Anyone not currently in Spring band that would like to participate in marching band next Fall needs to see Mr. Elliott during lunch or after school by Friday for information.
Auditions for the Bush Band Color guard will be held on April 30th and May1st after school from 3:30-6pm. This is open to anyone and no experience is needed to join. Students with dance experience are encouraged to apply. Please see Mr. Elliott during lunch or after school if you would like more information.

SENIORS 4/25
Seniors, the deadline for the Frank Steelman Scholarship is April 25th. If you are planning to go into a business-related field, please apply for this $1,000 scholarship. See Mrs. Monroe in the Counseling Office for an application.

RED CROSS SCHOLARSHIP
All applications for the Red Cross scholarship are due to Mrs. Sloan by This Friday 4/27.

RED CORDS
If you are a senior qualify for a red cord at graduation by one of the following ways: 3 donations, 8 hours of service or recruiting 5 first time donors please see Mrs. Sloan by this Friday April 27 so that your information can be sent to the Red Cross for your red cord.
If you have received your red cord already in the mail please see Mrs. Sloan so that you name can be added to the list for awards day and noted on the graduation program.

SPORTS
MENS BASKETBALL CAMP
Anyone interested in going to basketball team camp this summer, please see Coach Christopherson this week 404D.

WOMEN'S TENNIS
Women's Tennis Open Courts will be held this Saturday from 9am-10:30am. Sign-Up on Coach Vestal's door 604G if you are interested. Check the team Remind Saturday morning in case of weather cancellation.

EVENTS
WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE 4/23
Scott Johnson from Wilkes Community College will be set up in A building lobby during all lunches today to talk with seniors who have applied to Wilkes or other students who are considering Wilkes Community College.  If you are interested in learning more about WCC, please make sure to stop by to talk to Mr. Johnson.

SPRING PICTURES 4/25
Spring photos are April 25th in the auditorium.
Stop by the office to pick up an order form.
A completed order form is required to have your picture taken.

FREE Summer Camp 4/25
If any freshman, sophomore, or junior interested in participating in Camp Med, a three day FREE summer medical camp at Surry Community College in June, pick up an application packet from Mrs. Sloan 520E or the Guidance Office this week. Applications are due Wednesday, April 25th.

COLLEGE GEAR DAY 4/27
College Gear Day is April 27th!
If you will be attending a post-secondary school next fall, wear your future school gear and have your college signing day captured in pictures here at Forbush High School.
This event includes enlisting with our nation's armed forces!
The deadline to sign up is Wednesday, April 25th.
Sign up in the guidance office with Ms. Monroe or see Mr. Sorrell if you have any questions.

RELAY FOR LIFE 5/11
The Yadkin County Relay for Life Event is Friday, May 11th at Yadkinville Town Park from 6pm to midnight.
Want to join the team for volunteer hours, sign up in the lobby or see Mrs .Vogler in 809J.

BLOOD DRIVE
Thank you for your kindness and patience during Friday's blood drive. Our drive Friday was running way behind and several factors contributed to that. If you have not heard we passed our goal of 160 units collecting 169 units of blood! Those 169 units have the ability to provide lifesaving treatment for 507 patients.

CREDIT RECOVERY
Students, if you are interested in summer school opportunities through the Yadkin Virtual Academy or for Credit Recovery, please pick up an application in the front office. We have a limited number of spots, so please complete an application and return it to the office as soon as possible.

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Friday 4/20 Announcements

EVENTS
SPRING MUSICAL 4/20-21
Our Spring Musical ("Into the Woods Jr.") begins tonight at 7pm in the FHS auditorium!
Saturday's performance begins at 7pm also.

WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE 4/23
Scott Johnson from Wilkes Community College will be set up in A building lobby during all lunches April 23rd to talk with seniors who have applied to Wilkes or other students who are considering Wilkes Community College.  If you are interested in learning more about WCC, please make sure to stop by to talk to Mr. Johnson.

SPRING PICTURES 4/25
Spring photos are April 25th in the auditorium.
Stop by the office to pick up an order form.
A completed order form is required to have your picture taken.

COLLEGE GEAR DAY 4/27
College Gear Day is April 27th!
If you will be attending a post-secondary school next fall, wear your future school gear and have your college signing day captured in pictures here at Forbush

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This event includes enlisting with our nation's armed forces!
The deadline to sign up is next Wednesday, April 25th.
Sign up in the guidance office with Ms. Monroe or see Mr. Sorrell if you have any questions.

RELAY FOR LIFE 5/11
The Yadkin County Relay for Life Event is Friday, May 11th at Yadkinville Town Park from 6pm to midnight.
Want to join the team for volunteer hours, sign up in the lobby or see Mrs .Vogler in 809J.

FREE Summer Camp
If any freshman, sophomore, or junior interested in participating in Camp Med, a three day FREE summer medical camp at Surry Community College in June, pick up an application packet from Mrs. Sloan 520E or the Guidance Office this week. Applications are due Wednesday, April 25th.

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JROTC
The Falcon Battalion JROTC is accepting donations to support families affected by the tornadoes that hit Greensboro last Sunday. Donated items can include toiletries, batteries, new clothing, non-perishable food, and bottled water. Please bring to room 130A if you would like to contribute.

BAND
Anyone not currently in Spring band that would like to participate in marching band next Fall needs to see Mr. Elliott during lunch or after school by Friday for information.
Auditions for the Bush Band Color guard will be held on April 30th and May1st after school from 3:30-6pm. This is open to anyone and no experience is needed to join. Students with dance experience are encouraged to apply. Please see Mr. Elliott during lunch or after school if you would like more information.

TRIVIA CLUB
Upon further review this weeks trivia contest was actually a tie between the Huggins Team and the Men in Black of the history department, due to a question which had more than one correct answer.  Congratulations to both teams on their win!

SENIORS 4/25
Seniors, the deadline for the Frank Steelman Scholarship is April 25th. If you are planning to go into a business-related field, please apply for this $1,000 scholarship. See Mrs. Monroe in the Counseling Office for an application.

DRIVERS ED
Drivers Ed will meet in Cafeteria 1 today. Again, Drivers Ed Class will meet in Cafeteria 1 today after school.

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Thursday Announcements

EVENTS
BLOOD DRIVE 4/20
Our Spring Blood Drive is tomorrow April 20th in the gym.
Donors must have photo ID. Sixteen year

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olds will need a consent form.
Blood Drive assignments for students working the blood drive are posted. Please wear a HOSA tee shirt, jeans or khakis, and closed toe shoes. Bring a coat it will be cool in the gym.

SPRING MUSICAL 4/20-21
The Spring Musical ("Into the Woods Jr."), performances are tomorrow and Saturday at 7pm in the FHS auditorium.

WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE 4/23
Scott Johnson from Wilkes Community College will be set up in A building lobby during all lunches April 23rd to talk with seniors who have applied to Wilkes or other students who are considering Wilkes Community College.  If you are interested in learning more about WCC, please make sure to stop by to talk to Mr. Johnson.

SPRING PICTURES 4/25
Spring photos are April 25th in the auditorium.
Stop by the office to pick up an order form.
A completed order form is required to have your picture taken.

MARCH OF DIMES 4/27
Our March of Dimes fundraiser is now underway through April 27th.
March of Dimes fact: Breathing through a straw is exactly what it feels like for a preemie with underdeveloped lungs.

COLLEGE GEAR DAY 4/27
Celebrate your academic accomplishments and college acceptance with College Gear Day on April 27th!
If you will be attending any post-secondary school next fall, wear your future school gear and have your college signing day captured in pictures here at Forbush High School.
This event includes enlisting with our nation's armed forces!
Let us document your enlistment and service to our nation.
The deadline to sign up is April 25th.
Sign up in the guidance office with Ms. Monroe to select a time.
See Mr. Sorrell if you have any questions.

RELAY FOR LIFE 5/11
The Yadkin County Relay for Life Event is Friday, May 11th at Yadkinville Town Park from 6pm to midnight.
Want to join the team for volunteer hours see Mrs .Vogler in 809 J.

FREE Summer Camp
If any freshman, sophomore, or junior interested in participating in Camp Med, a three day FREE summer medical camp at Surry Community College in June, pick up an application packet from Mrs. Sloan 520E or the Guidance Office this week. Applications are due Wednesday, April 25th.

CLUBS
DECA
If you missed out on pre-ordering your FRESH Krispy Kreme doughnuts today, call room 303C to order NOW before it's too late. All orders must be in before the end of school TODAY.
Doughnuts will be delivered to you at the end of 4th on Friday afternoon OR you can pick up immediately after school in room 303C.
DON'T MISS OUT!

JROTC
The Falcon Battalion JROTC is accepting donations to support families affected by the tornadoes that hit Greensboro last Sunday. Donated items can include toiletries, batteries, new clothing, non-perishable food, and bottled water. Please bring to room 130A if you would like to contribute.

BAND
Anyone not currently in Spring band that would like to participate in marching band next Fall needs to see Mr. Elliott during lunch or after school by Friday for information.
Auditions for the Bush Band Color guard will be held on April 30th and May1st after school from 3:30-6pm. This is open to anyone and no experience is needed to join. Students with dance experience are encouraged to apply. Please see Mr. Elliott during lunch or after school if you would like more information.

TRIVIA CLUB
Upon further review yesterday's trivia contest was actually a tie between the Huggins Team and the Men in Black of the history department, due to a question which had more than one correct answer.  Congratulations to both teams on their win!

CLASS OFFICERS 2018/2019
There will be a meeting for anyone interested in running for class office in 2018/2019 Friday morning, April 20th at 7:40 in Señora Helton's room 703H. This is for any freshmen, sophomores or juniors.

SPORTS
WRESTLING
Wrestling will have open mats tonight from 6:00-7:30 pm.  Let Coach Farmer know if you plan to attend.

SENIORS
Seniors, the deadline for the Frank Steelman Scholarship has been extended. If you are planning to go into a business-related field, please apply for this $1,000 scholarship. See Mrs. Monroe in the Counseling Office for an application.

Any senior who has completed 200 or more Service Hours will need to submit those hours to Chris Hauser in 204B by Wednesday, April 25th.Seniors with 200 or more will be recognized at Award's Day and on their diploma.

Any senior who has enlisted in the military or will enlist before the end of school, please see Chris Hauser in 204B by Friday, April 27th.

Any senior who wishes to apply for the American Red Cross Scholarship, please see Mrs. Sloan for an application and details. All applications are due April 27th.

GUIDANCE
PLACEMENT TESTING
All students who received Placement Test invitation - TODAY is the DEADLINE to sign up for Placement Testing happening next week.  This Placement Test is needed to be eligible for College Classes.  To be on the list to test next week, you must sign up TODAY in School Counseling Office. You will then receive a Pass & Instructions about testing next week.

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