Friday, February 17, 2017

Student announcements - Feb. 17, 2017

Good morning,

The month of February is designated to acknowledge the achievements made by african american people throughout history.  To honor black history month, Each day, we will recognize a historic figure that has helped society for the better. Today’s person of the day is:
Martin Luther King Jr. (2/17)
  • Martin Luther King Jr. is perhaps the most well known civil rights activists in America, who led the largest civil rights movement in history. His ideals of equality of treatment no matter skin nor creed still carry weight today.


The ASVAB-----Any Junior or Senior interested in taking the ASVAB exam for entrance into the military branches, the test will be given at Chapel Hill High School at 8:45 a.m. on April 12th. You will need to provide your own transportation. Please email or see Dr. Wooten in the CIC-Student Services if you have any questions.  


The National Technical Honor Society--- The Career and Technical Education Department is currently accepting applications for the Induction of Members for 2016-2017.   To be considered for NTHS you must have a 3.0 overall weighted GPA, an average GPA of 3.5 or higher in all CTE classes, at least one CTE class completed and currently enrolled in another CTE class, and finally a recommendation from a CTE department member.  You may get an application from any CTE teacher or pick one up in the CIC.  See Dr. Wooten or Dr. Arthurs if you have questions.  


Freshman students, please complete this quick survey https://goo.gl/forms/jiSl2CqjlUIQ81qk1 before Friday, February 17th to choose the official Class of 2020 t-shirt. The shirts that you choose will go on sale before Spring Break.

Are you interested in Southeast Asian food and want to support Burmese/Karen Refugee students to be able to visit family and friends in Thailand?
Food Fundraising @ Transplanting Traditions Community Farm
2912 Jones Ferry Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
When:: Saturday March 4th, 2017 at 10am to 1pm
You may donate online also:  https://www.gofundme.com/ghx4mp3

There are FIVE more spots left on this year’s summer service trip to Ecuador. If you’ve been thinking about going, you had better sign up soon as the final deadline is approaching. See Mr. Klakovich in room D214 if you need more information. There will be an informational meeting NEXT week.

Seniors, please make sure to come by the Blackbox, C-114, at lunch today, February 18th, to check your photo, name, and senior quote for the yearbook.  We are going to print with these pages this weekend, so please make sure to check it by the end of lunch.

Come out next Friday night at 7:00 to our very first Mr. Carrboro Pageant. The show will be produced by Student Government and the Brothers Groups and is designed to promote school spirit, showcase student and faculty talent, and celebrate the best moments of Carrboro High School.  There will be special guest performances by Mrs. Uzun, Unnecessary Measures and more. Tickets are $5 in advance $6 at the door and will be sold during both lunches.

Have a great day!