Attention [...]]]> May 7
Attention all juniors and seniors:  If you applied to be a Waterfest group leader or evaluator, check the fishbowl in the science hallway to see who you have been partnered with.  These pairings are subject to change, so please be flexible.  Please bring any questions to Mira Cooper or Angel Romina!

Attention Seniors:  The Athens AMVETS Post #76 Marilyn Dailey Memorial Scholarship has just arrived.  If you have a family member that is a member of an Athens County Auxiliary Post and you’re willing to write an essay, stop by the guidance office for the scholarship application The application must be submitted by June 18, 2012.

Attention Spanish Club and Spanish Honor Society Members:  Spanish Club is hosting a “Fiesta de Helado” Ice Cream Social on Wednesday May 16th after school.  Sign up until end of the day Friday in Mrs. Dunfee’s room, A107 to participate.  Come help us celebrate the new SHH members and the end of the school year!

Attention Juniors and Seniors:  Tickets for this year’s prom, “The Hour of Enchantment,” are now on sale during all lunch periods.  Tickets are $15 and will go on sale until May 11th.  Tickets MUST be bought in advance as they are not sold at the door.

For all students who will miss the Seniors this year, show it by purchasing a kiss goodbye with a Hershey’s Kiss and a personal message.  Freshman Student Council will be selling them each lunch period from May 2nd to May 15th, and delivering them May 16th and 17th.  Show your Seniors some love!

College Testing:  Information on standardized testing is available in the Guidance Office.  Be sure to add the school code to your paper or on-line application so that we receive a copy of your results.  Athens High School code is 360-245.
ACT, June 9 with registration deadline of May 4
SAT, June 2 with registration deadline of May 6

Scholarships still open:
Attention Seniors:  If you are planning to enroll in a full time science, technology, engineering, or math undergraduate field of study next year, and have at least a 2.75 GPA on a 4.0 scale, then stop by the guidance office for a copy of the Great Lakes National Scholarship information.  Application is on-line and must be submitted by May 11.

Attention Seniors:  A new scholarship has arrived. If you are involved in leadership in the school and community and plan to be involved with county government in the future, then stop by the guidance office for a copy of the 2012 Presidential Scholarship Program Application.  You must have a 2.5 on the 4.0 scale.  Applications must be submitted by the student and are due May 14.

B. Davis Scholarship:  The B. Davis Scholarship is now available. If you are willing to write a 1000 word essay, this scholarship opportunity is for you! There is no GPA requirement or test score minimum. Stop by the guidance office for the topic and other information. Application deadline is May 28, 2012.

Attention seniors: Are you a Time Warner Cable customer with a 3.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale? Do you plan to pursue a college degree in science, technology, engineering or math? If so, stop by the guidance office to apply for one of six  $2000 scholarships. Application deadline is June 1, 2012.

Attention Senior Athletes:  The Big Sun Scholarship is still available.  Students must be graduating seniors who participated in any sport.  Stop by the guidance office for the scholarship website and the essay question.  Application deadline is June 23, 2012.

Want to make a difference for Earth Day?  Student Council invites you to help plant flowers in front of the school and behind the cafeteria after school April 24.  [...]]]> April 23
Multi-Cultural Club will be having a cultural dinner TODAY after school at Sol, the new Cuban restaurant uptown.  BE THERE OR BE UNCULTURED!

Want to make a difference for Earth Day?  Student Council invites you to help plant flowers in front of the school and behind the cafeteria after school April 24.  Please bring your own spade and help beautify our campus!

Attention Seniors:  A new scholarship has arrived. If you are involved in leadership in the school and community and plan to be involved with county government in the future, then stop by the guidance office for a copy of the 2012 Presidential Scholarship Program Application.  You must have a 2.5 on the 4.0 scale.  Applications must be submitted by the student and are due May 14.

Attention Science Olympiad members:  Meet in Stork’s room (E107) Wednesday at 2:40 PM to finalize plans for this weekend’s State Science Olympiad.  Please be prompt!

The AHS Interact Club in conjunction with Athens Rotary is holding a Book Drive through May 4th.  Please consider donating gently used books to help us fill a bookmobile that will travel to remote villages in India.  Book donations can be dropped off at the library of the Guidance office.  Thanks!

Attention Students:  Anyone interested in ordering a Waterfest T-shirt needs to pay $10 to Mrs. McAfee NO LATER THAN MAY 4th!

Attention: Students who attended the Post Secondary meeting with their parents are reminded that applications, permission forms and application fees are due to the guidance office by April 27th.

Attention Seniors:  Matrix want to show how cute you used to be in our special Senior Issue.  Please turn in a baby picture to Mrs. Wryst’s room by April 27th.  The cost is $1.  Also please turn in Senior Superlative forms!  Thanks!

Rotary Craig Copeland Scholarship deadline has been extended to April 27.  This scholarship requires an essay.  Check with guidance for more details.

College Testing:  Information on standardized testing is available in the Guidance Office.  Be sure to add the school code to your paper or on-line application so that we receive a copy of your results.  Athens High School code is 360-245.
ACT, June 9 with registration deadline of May 4
SAT, June 2 with registration deadline of May 6

Scholarships still open:
Attention seniors: If you are planning to study to be an Administrative Professional and attend Hocking College or Ohio University, stop by the guidance office to pick up a IAAP Scholarship. You must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale and be able to type a minimum of 45 words per minute for five minutes with no more than 5 errors.

Attention seniors: Still looking for scholarship money? If you have a grandparent who is involved in the Shade Senior Citizen Association, stop by the guidance office for a scholarship application. Don’t delay because the application deadline is April 27, 2012.

Attention Seniors: The Athens Masonic Scholarship is open to students who have a father, grandfather, brother or husband who is a member of one of the Athens Masonic Bodies (Lodge, Chapter, Council or Commandery) that meet at the Athens Masonic Complex on Carpenter Street.  Applications may be found online at AthensMasons.org.  You may also see Mr. Slattery in room B106 for an application or if you have questions about your possible eligibility.  Deadline for applications is extended to April 30.

Attention Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors:  If you are interested in the various facets of the business world, you should consider participating in Ohio Business Week, a summer experience.  If you apply by February 29, you will receive a $50 discount.  Applications are in the guidance office and must be postmarked by April 30, 2012.

B. Davis Scholarship:  The B. Davis Scholarship is now available. If you are willing to write a 1000 word essay, this scholarship opportunity is for you! There is no GPA requirement or test score minimum. Stop by the guidance office for the topic and other information. Application deadline is May 28, 2012.

Attention seniors: Are you a Time Warner Cable customer with a 3.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale? Do you plan to pursue a college degree in science, technology, engineering or math? If so, stop by the guidance office to apply for one of six  $2000 scholarships. Application deadline is June 1, 2012.

Attention Senior Athletes:  The Big Sun Scholarship is still available.  Students must be graduating seniors who participated in any sport.  Stop by the guidance office for the scholarship website and the essay question.  Application deadline is June 23, 2012.

Rotary Craig Copeland [...]]]> April 18
Attention Spanish Club members:  We will meet at Casa Lopez at 3 PM on Wednesday April 18 for food, conversation and games!  Sign up is limited to 35 people.  So sign up in Mrs. Dunfee’s room by April 12.  Brush up on your restaurant vocabulary and see you then!

Rotary Craig Copeland Scholarship deadline has been extended to April 27.  This scholarship requires an essay.  Check with guidance for more details.

College Testing:  Information on standardized testing is available in the Guidance Office.  Be sure to add the school code to your paper or on-line application so that we receive a copy of your results.  Athens High School code is 360-245.
ACT, June 9 with registration deadline of May 4
SAT, May 5 with late registration deadline of April 22

Scholarships still open:
Attention seniors: If you are planning to study to be an Administrative Professional and attend Hocking College or Ohio University, stop by the guidance office to pick up a IAAP Scholarship. You must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale and be able to type a minimum of 45 words per minute for five minutes with no more than 5 errors.

Attention seniors: Still looking for scholarship money? If you have a grandparent who is involved in the Shade Senior Citizen Association, stop by the guidance office for a scholarship application. Don’t delay because the application deadline is April 27, 2012.

Attention Seniors: The Athens Masonic Scholarship is open to students who have a father, grandfather, brother or husband who is a member of one of the Athens Masonic Bodies (Lodge, Chapter, Council or Commandery) that meet at the Athens Masonic Complex on Carpenter Street.  Applications may be found online at AthensMasons.org.  You may also see Mr. Slattery in room B106 for an application or if you have questions about your possible eligibility.  Deadline for applications is extended to April 30.

Attention Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors:  If you are interested in the various facets of the business world, you should consider participating in Ohio Business Week, a summer experience.  If you apply by February 29, you will receive a $50 discount.  Applications are in the guidance office and must be postmarked by April 30, 2012.

B. Davis Scholarship:  The B. Davis Scholarship is now available. If you are willing to write a 1000 word essay, this scholarship opportunity is for you! There is no GPA requirement or test score minimum. Stop by the guidance office for the topic and other information. Application deadline is May 28, 2012.

Attention seniors: Are you a Time Warner Cable customer with a 3.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale? Do you plan to pursue a college degree in science, technology, engineering or math? If so, stop by the guidance office to apply for one of six  $2000 scholarships. Application deadline is June 1, 2012.

Attention Senior Athletes:  The Big Sun Scholarship is still available.  Students must be graduating seniors who participated in any sport.  Stop by the guidance office for the scholarship website and the essay question.  Application deadline is June 23, 2012.

Pennies [...]]]> April 3
Freshman Student Council Raffle:  The Freshman Student Council will be holding an Easter Egg Basket and Grand Prize Raffle this Thursday.  For just 25 cents you could win candy, local business gift cards and iTunes cards.  Every egg is a winner.  Tickets for the raffle will be sold Tuesday-Thursday at lunch.

Pennies for Patients: This is the last week of the Pennies for Patients fundraiser sponsored by Student Council.  This week, students can donate money to the Lymphoma and Leukemia Society, the world’s largest nonprofit health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research.  The homeroom that raises the most money at the end of the two weeks will receive a pizza party. 1st place – Mr. J. Rogers, 2nd place – Mr. Read, 3rd place – Mr. Dearing.

Attention Students:  Waterfest 2012 is looking for a T-shirt design.  All entries must be submitted by Thursday April 5 to Mrs. McAfee.  The winner will receive a free shirt!

Order Your Yearbook Now:  The yearbook price has increased from $50 to $55.  As the year progresses this price will only continue to increase due to new company policies.  So order yours now by going to www.jostensyearbooks.com!

AHS Blood Drive will be on Wednesday April 11th.  Anyone who will be 17+ by that date must attend the Red Cross meeting Wednesday April 4th in the Auditorium during 4th period.  Any questions, please see Mr. Sager.

Seniors: You need 104 more skits for Senior Follies to be turned in by this Thursday (April 5th)!  Boy’s Dance Practice this Sunday at 7:00 PM.

Attention Seniors and Juniors:  Prom Impact field trip forms are due in the Main Office this Wednesday April 4th.  That is on 1 day!  All Juniors and Seniors are eligible to attend!

Attention seniors: If you are planning to study to be an Administrative Professional and attend Hocking College or Ohio University, stop by the guidance office to pick up a IAAP Scholarship. You must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale and be able to type a minimum of 45 words per minute for five minutes with no more than 5 errors.

Attention seniors: Still looking for scholarship money? If you have a grandparent who is involved in the Shade Senior Citizen Association, stop by the guidance office for a scholarship application. Don’t delay because the application deadline is April 27, 2012.

College Testing:  Information on standardized testing is available in the Guidance Office.  Be sure to add the school code to your paper or on-line application so that we receive a copy of your results.  Athens High School code is 360-245.
ACT, June 9 with registration deadline of May 4
SAT, May 5 with registration deadline of April 6

Scholarships still open:
Attention Seniors:  A financial need scholarship, the William D. Squires Scholarship, is now available from the guidance office.  If you demonstrate financial need based on your EFC, have a specific career goal, will write an essay and have a minimum 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale, stop by the guidance for a copy of this scholarship.  Applications can be downloaded but must be submitted in paper form. Scholarship application must be postmarked April 5, 2012.

Attention Seniors: The Athens Masonic Scholarship is open to students who have a father, grandfather, brother or husband who is a member of one of the Athens Masonic Bodies (Lodge, Chapter, Council or Commandery) that meet at the Athens Masonic Complex on Carpenter Street.  Applications may be found online at AthensMasons.org.  You may also see Mr. Slattery in room B106 for an application or if you have questions about your possible eligibility.  Deadline for applications is April 15.

Attention seniors: Another scholarship has arrived! The Pythian Sisters of Ohio Scholarship Application is available in the guidance office. You will be required to write an essay for this scholarship. Application deadline is April 15, 2012.

Attention Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors:  If you are interested in the various facets of the business world, you should consider participating in Ohio Business Week, a summer experience.  If you apply by February 29, you will receive a $50 discount.  Applications are in the guidance office and must be postmarked by April 30, 2012.

B. Davis Scholarship:  The B. Davis Scholarship is now available. If you are willing to write a 1000 word essay, this scholarship opportunity is for you! There is no GPA requirement or test score minimum. Stop by the guidance office for the topic and other information. Application deadline is May 28, 2012.

Attention seniors: Are you a Time Warner Cable customer with a 3.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale? Do you plan to pursue a college degree in science, technology, engineering or math? If so, stop by the guidance office to apply for one of six  $2000 scholarships. Application deadline is June 1, 2012.

Attention Senior Athletes:  The Big Sun Scholarship is still available.  Students must be graduating seniors who participated in any sport.  Stop by the guidance office for the scholarship website and the essay question.  Application deadline is June 23, 2012.

Attention Students:  Waterfest 2012 is looking for a T-shirt design.  All entries must be submitted by Thursday April 5 to Mrs. McAfee.  The winner will receive a free shirt!

Order Your Yearbook Now:  The yearbook price has [...]]]> March 30
Game Club will meet today after school till 4:30 in the Library.  See you then!

Attention Students:  Waterfest 2012 is looking for a T-shirt design.  All entries must be submitted by Thursday April 5 to Mrs. McAfee.  The winner will receive a free shirt!

Order Your Yearbook Now:  The yearbook price has increased from $50 to $55.  As the year progresses this price will only continue to increase due to new company policies.  So order yours now by going to www.jostensyearbooks.com!

Attention all students:  Chess Club T-shirts have come in!  If you ordered a Chess Club T-shirt, please see Mr. Miller to pick up your shirt.  Thanks!

Multi-Cultural Club will be watching the Kony 2012 documentary after school in Mrs. Chang’s room G109 this Monday April 2nd at 2:45.  Be there or be uncultured!

Attention All Band Members – Marching and concert; Don’t forget to sign up for times for our portrait pictures on Friday in the Band Room.  Sign ups are in the Band Room.  Any questions, ask Mr. Backes or Mr. Lias.

Pennies for Patients has begun!  This is the first week of the Pennies for Patients fundraiser sponsored by Student Council.  In the next two weeks of school, students can donate money to the Lymphoma and Leukemia Society, the world’s largest nonprofit health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research.  The homeroom that raises the most money at the end of the two weeks will receive a pizza party.  Last year, AHS raised over $830 in Pennies for Patients.  Let’s try to beat that this year!

AHS Blood Drive will be on Wednesday April 11th.  Anyone who will be 17+ by that date must attend the Red Cross meeting Wednesday April 4th in the Auditorium during 4th period.  Any questions, please see Mr. Sager.

Seniors:  Only SIX skits have been turned in.  We need 114 MORE by April 12th.  Also, there is a Boy’s Dance Practice this Sunday at 6:30!  Senior Guys need to be there if you want to participate in the Boy’s Dance.  Practice is in the Atrium.

Attention Seniors and Juniors:  If you are planning on attending Prom Impact on April 13th, you must pick up a field trip form from Brenda in the Main Office and MUST return it to her by April 4th.  Bus space may be limited so please return as soon as possible.

AP test registration is now taking place in the guidance office.  Cost is $87 per exam and payment must be made at the time of registration.  THERE IS NO LATE REGISTRATION.  The last day to register for AP Testing is March 30.

College Testing:  Information on standardized testing is available in the Guidance Office.  Be sure to add the school code to your paper or on-line application so that we receive a copy of your results.  Athens High School code is 360-245.
ACT, June 9 with registration deadline of May 4
SAT, May 5 with registration deadline of April 6

Scholarships still open:
Seniors:  Are you planning to pursue a major in graphic design, Web Design, or another art?  If so, stop by the guidance office for a copy of the eSchoolView Web Design scholarship.  Applicants must create a home page and write a 1-2 page essay.  All submissions are due by March 30, 2012 and must be done on-line.

Attention Seniors:  If you or your parent or guardian is a member of the Atomic Credit Union, stop by the guidance office to pick up a copy of their scholarship information.  Students must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale and at least a 21 composite ACT score or 900 critical reading and math SAT score.  Application deadline is March 30, 2012.

Seniors:  The M E Companies Scholarship is now available in the guidance office.  Students must have a 2.5 on a 4.0 GPA, enroll in an accredited university and have participated in college prep courses among other criteria. Students pursuing an degree are eligible to apply but special consideration will be given to those seniors who plan to pursue a degree in civil engineering.  See the guidance office for more information.  Application deadline is March 30, 2012.

Attention seniors: Looking for the easier way to possibly earn $1000 for college? The US Bank is awarding up to 30 scholarships by simply a random drawing. Students must complete the on-line application but there are no essays and no minimum GPA requirements. Stop by the guidance office for more information. Application deadline is March 31, 2012.

Attention Seniors:  The Athens Morning Rotary Club has just announced another scholarship — and the information is not available in the scholarship packet.  Students who are willing to write a paper and obtain three letters of recommendation should stop by the guidance office for information on the A.M. Rotary Craig Copeland Memorial Scholarship.  Application deadline March 31.

Attention Seniors: Are you planning to pursue a degree in international studies or a related field in college immediately after high school? If so, stop by the guidance office for a copy of the Ariana R. Ulloa Memorial Scholarship. Application deadline is March 31, 2012 so don’t delay.

Seniors: Planning to pursue studies in natural science, including forest and wildlife management, environmental restoration or a related discipline associated with protecting plants animals and the environment in college? Stop by the guidance office for a copy of the Ora E. Anderson Scholarship. Application deadline is March 31, 2012.

The Wayne F. White Scholarship is available to seniors who show outstanding character, academic excellence and involvement in extra curricular activities, and have demonstrated an ability to overcome obstacles. Students with extreme financial need or less are eligible to apply.  See the guidance office for this application that must be postmarked by March 31, 2012.

Attention Seniors:  An easy online scholarship application is available.  If you know which college you will be attending, stop by the guidance office for information on the US Bank Scholarship.  There are no essays to write and no minimum GPA that must be achieved.  Application deadline is March 31, 2012

Attention Seniors:  Another easy on-line scholarship application is available.  If you know which college you will be attending, stop by the guidance office for information on the US Bank Scholarship.  There are no essays to write and no minimum GPA that must be achieved.  Application deadline is March 31, 2012

Attention Seniors:  A financial need scholarship, the William D. Squires Scholarship, is now available from the guidance office.  If you demonstrate financial need based on your EFC, have a specific career goal, will write an essay and have a minimum 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale, stop by the guidance for a copy of this scholarship.  Applications can be downloaded but must be submitted in paper form. Scholarship application must be postmarked April 5, 2012.

Attention Seniors: The Athens Masonic Scholarship is open to students who have a father, grandfather, brother or husband who is a member of one of the Athens Masonic Bodies (Lodge, Chapter, Council or Commandery) that meet at the Athens Masonic Complex on Carpenter Street.  Applications may be found online at AthensMasons.org.  You may also see Mr. Slattery in room B106 for an application or if you have questions about your possible eligibility.  Deadline for applications is April 15.

Attention seniors: Another scholarship has arrived! The Pythian Sisters of Ohio Scholarship Application is available in the guidance office. You will be required to write an essay for this scholarship. Application deadline is April 15, 2012.

Attention Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors:  If you are interested in the various facets of the business world, you should consider participating in Ohio Business Week, a summer experience.  If you apply by February 29, you will receive a $50 discount.  Applications are in the guidance office and must be postmarked by April 30, 2012.

B. Davis Scholarship:  The B. Davis Scholarship is now available. If you are willing to write a 1000 word essay, this scholarship opportunity is for you! There is no GPA requirement or test score minimum. Stop by the guidance office for the topic and other information. Application deadline is May 28, 2012.

Attention seniors: Are you a Time Warner Cable customer with a 3.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale? Do you plan to pursue a college degree in science, technology, engineering or math? If so, stop by the guidance office to apply for one of six  $2000 scholarships. Application deadline is June 1, 2012.

Attention Senior Athletes:  The Big Sun Scholarship is still available.  Students must be graduating seniors who participated in any sport.  Stop by the guidance office for the scholarship website and the essay question.  Application deadline is June 23, 2012.

Order Your Yearbook Now:  The yearbook price has increased from $50 to $55.  As the year progresses this price will only continue to increase due to new company policies.  So order yours now by [...]]]> March 29
Writing Club:  There will be a Writing Club this Thursday March 29, after school.  Please try to attend!

Order Your Yearbook Now:  The yearbook price has increased from $50 to $55.  As the year progresses this price will only continue to increase due to new company policies.  So order yours now by going to www.jostensyearbooks.com!

Attention all students:  Chess Club T-shirts have come in!  If you ordered a Chess Club T-shirt, please see Mr. Miller to pick up your shirt.  Thanks!

The Alliance:  This Thursday, “The Alliance” is meetingis cancelled. Listen for future updates!

Multi-Cultural Club will be watching the Kony 2012 documentary after school in Mrs. Chang’s room G109 this Monday April 2nd at 2:45.  Be there or be uncultured!

Attention All Band Members – Marching and concert; Don’t forget to sign up for times for our portrait pictures on Friday in the Band Room.  Sign ups are in the Band Room.  Any questions, ask Mr. Backes or Mr. Lias.

Pennies for Patients has begun!  This is the first week of the Pennies for Patients fundraiser sponsored by Student Council.  In the next two weeks of school, students can donate money to the Lymphoma and Leukemia Society, the world’s largest nonprofit health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research.  The homeroom that raises the most money at the end of the two weeks will receive a pizza party.  Last year, AHS raised over $830 in Pennies for Patients.  Let’s try to beat that this year!

AHS Blood Drive will be on Wednesday April 11th.  Anyone who will be 17+ by that date must attend the Red Cross meeting Wednesday April 4th in the Auditorium during 4th period.  Any questions, please see Mr. Sager.

Seniors:  Only SIX skits have been turned in.  We need 114 MORE by April 12th.  Also, there is a Boy’s Dance Practice this Sunday at 6:30!  Senior Guys need to be there if you want to participate in the Boy’s Dance.  Practice is in the Atrium.

Attention Seniors and Juniors:  If you are planning on attending Prom Impact on April 13th, you must pick up a field trip form from Brenda in the Main Office and MUST return it to her by April 4th.  Bus space may be limited so please return as soon as possible.

Interact: Will be holding an important meeting after school this Wednesday March 28.  Please plan to attend!

AP test registration is now taking place in the guidance office.  Cost is $87 per exam and payment must be made at the time of registration.  THERE IS NO LATE REGISTRATION.  The last day to register for AP Testing is March 30.

College Testing:  Information on standardized testing is available in the Guidance Office.  Be sure to add the school code to your paper or on-line application so that we receive a copy of your results.  Athens High School code is 360-245.
ACT, June 9 with registration deadline of May 4
SAT, May 5 with registration deadline of April 6

Scholarships still open:
Seniors:  Are you planning to pursue a major in graphic design, Web Design, or another art?  If so, stop by the guidance office for a copy of the eSchoolView Web Design scholarship.  Applicants must create a home page and write a 1-2 page essay.  All submissions are due by March 30, 2012 and must be done on-line.

Attention Seniors:  If you or your parent or guardian is a member of the Atomic Credit Union, stop by the guidance office to pick up a copy of their scholarship information.  Students must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale and at least a 21 composite ACT score or 900 critical reading and math SAT score.  Application deadline is March 30, 2012.

Seniors:  The M E Companies Scholarship is now available in the guidance office.  Students must have a 2.5 on a 4.0 GPA, enroll in an accredited university and have participated in college prep courses among other criteria. Students pursuing an degree are eligible to apply but special consideration will be given to those seniors who plan to pursue a degree in civil engineering.  See the guidance office for more information.  Application deadline is March 30, 2012.

Attention seniors: Looking for the easier way to possibly earn $1000 for college? The US Bank is awarding up to 30 scholarships by simply a random drawing. Students must complete the on-line application but there are no essays and no minimum GPA requirements. Stop by the guidance office for more information. Application deadline is March 31, 2012.

Attention Seniors:  The Athens Morning Rotary Club has just announced another scholarship — and the information is not available in the scholarship packet.  Students who are willing to write a paper and obtain three letters of recommendation should stop by the guidance office for information on the A.M. Rotary Craig Copeland Memorial Scholarship.  Application deadline March 31.

Attention Seniors: Are you planning to pursue a degree in international studies or a related field in college immediately after high school? If so, stop by the guidance office for a copy of the Ariana R. Ulloa Memorial Scholarship. Application deadline is March 31, 2012 so don’t delay.

Seniors: Planning to pursue studies in natural science, including forest and wildlife management, environmental restoration or a related discipline associated with protecting plants animals and the environment in college? Stop by the guidance office for a copy of the Ora E. Anderson Scholarship. Application deadline is March 31, 2012.

The Wayne F. White Scholarship is available to seniors who show outstanding character, academic excellence and involvement in extra curricular activities, and have demonstrated an ability to overcome obstacles. Students with extreme financial need or less are eligible to apply.  See the guidance office for this application that must be postmarked by March 31, 2012.

Attention Seniors:  An easy online scholarship application is available.  If you know which college you will be attending, stop by the guidance office for information on the US Bank Scholarship.  There are no essays to write and no minimum GPA that must be achieved.  Application deadline is March 31, 2012

Attention Seniors:  Another easy on-line scholarship application is available.  If you know which college you will be attending, stop by the guidance office for information on the US Bank Scholarship.  There are no essays to write and no minimum GPA that must be achieved.  Application deadline is March 31, 2012

Attention Seniors:  A financial need scholarship, the William D. Squires Scholarship, is now available from the guidance office.  If you demonstrate financial need based on your EFC, have a specific career goal, will write an essay and have a minimum 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale, stop by the guidance for a copy of this scholarship.  Applications can be downloaded but must be submitted in paper form. Scholarship application must be postmarked April 5, 2012.

Attention Seniors: The Athens Masonic Scholarship is open to students who have a father, grandfather, brother or husband who is a member of one of the Athens Masonic Bodies (Lodge, Chapter, Council or Commandery) that meet at the Athens Masonic Complex on Carpenter Street.  Applications may be found online at AthensMasons.org.  You may also see Mr. Slattery in room B106 for an application or if you have questions about your possible eligibility.  Deadline for applications is April 15.

Attention seniors: Another scholarship has arrived! The Pythian Sisters of Ohio Scholarship Application is available in the guidance office. You will be required to write an essay for this scholarship. Application deadline is April 15, 2012.

Attention Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors:  If you are interested in the various facets of the business world, you should consider participating in Ohio Business Week, a summer experience.  If you apply by February 29, you will receive a $50 discount.  Applications are in the guidance office and must be postmarked by April 30, 2012.

B. Davis Scholarship:  The B. Davis Scholarship is now available. If you are willing to write a 1000 word essay, this scholarship opportunity is for you! There is no GPA requirement or test score minimum. Stop by the guidance office for the topic and other information. Application deadline is May 28, 2012.

Attention seniors: Are you a Time Warner Cable customer with a 3.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale? Do you plan to pursue a college degree in science, technology, engineering or math? If so, stop by the guidance office to apply for one of six  $2000 scholarships. Application deadline is June 1, 2012.

Attention Senior Athletes:  The Big Sun Scholarship is still available.  Students must be graduating seniors who participated in any sport.  Stop by the guidance office for the scholarship website and the essay question.  Application deadline is June 23, 2012.

Order Your Yearbook Now:  The yearbook price has increased from $50 to $55.  As the year progresses this price will only continue to increase due to new company policies.  So order yours now by [...]]]> March 28
Writing Club:  There will be a Writing Club this Thursday March 29, after school.  Please try to attend!

Order Your Yearbook Now:  The yearbook price has increased from $50 to $55.  As the year progresses this price will only continue to increase due to new company policies.  So order yours now by going to www.jostensyearbooks.com!

Attention all students:  Chess Club T-shirts have come in!  If you ordered a Chess Club T-shirt, please see Mr. Miller to pick up your shirt.  Thanks!

The Alliance:  This Thursday, “The Alliance” is meeting right after school in the cafeteria.  Please try to attend!

Pennies for Patients has begun!  This is the first week of the Pennies for Patients fundraiser sponsored by Student Council.  In the next two weeks of school, students can donate money to the Lymphoma and Leukemia Society, the world’s largest nonprofit health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research.  The homeroom that raises the most money at the end of the two weeks will receive a pizza party.  Last year, AHS raised over $830 in Pennies for Patients.  Let’s try to beat that this year!

AHS Blood Drive will be on Wednesday April 11th.  Anyone who will be 17+ by that date must attend the Red Cross meeting Wednesday April 4th in the Auditorium during 4th period.  Any questions, please see Mr. Sager.

Seniors:  Only SIX skits have been turned in.  We need 114 MORE by April 12th.  Also, there is a Boy’s Dance Practice this Sunday at 6:30!  Senior Guys need to be there if you want to participate in the Boy’s Dance.  Practice is in the Atrium.

Attention Seniors and Juniors:  If you are planning on attending Prom Impact on April 13th, you must pick up a field trip form from Brenda in the Main Office and MUST return it to her by April 4th.  Bus space may be limited so please return as soon as possible.

Interact: Will be holding an important meeting after school this Wednesday March 28.  Please plan to attend!

AP test registration is now taking place in the guidance office.  Cost is $87 per exam and payment must be made at the time of registration.  THERE IS NO LATE REGISTRATION.  The last day to register for AP Testing is March 30.

College Testing:  Information on standardized testing is available in the Guidance Office.  Be sure to add the school code to your paper or on-line application so that we receive a copy of your results.  Athens High School code is 360-245.
ACT, June 9 with registration deadline of May 4
SAT, May 5 with registration deadline of April 6

Scholarships still open:
Seniors:  Are you planning to pursue a major in graphic design, Web Design, or another art?  If so, stop by the guidance office for a copy of the eSchoolView Web Design scholarship.  Applicants must create a home page and write a 1-2 page essay.  All submissions are due by March 30, 2012 and must be done on-line.

Attention Seniors:  If you or your parent or guardian is a member of the Atomic Credit Union, stop by the guidance office to pick up a copy of their scholarship information.  Students must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale and at least a 21 composite ACT score or 900 critical reading and math SAT score.  Application deadline is March 30, 2012.

Seniors:  The M E Companies Scholarship is now available in the guidance office.  Students must have a 2.5 on a 4.0 GPA, enroll in an accredited university and have participated in college prep courses among other criteria. Students pursuing an degree are eligible to apply but special consideration will be given to those seniors who plan to pursue a degree in civil engineering.  See the guidance office for more information.  Application deadline is March 30, 2012.

Attention seniors: Looking for the easier way to possibly earn $1000 for college? The US Bank is awarding up to 30 scholarships by simply a random drawing. Students must complete the on-line application but there are no essays and no minimum GPA requirements. Stop by the guidance office for more information. Application deadline is March 31, 2012.

Attention Seniors:  The Athens Morning Rotary Club has just announced another scholarship — and the information is not available in the scholarship packet.  Students who are willing to write a paper and obtain three letters of recommendation should stop by the guidance office for information on the A.M. Rotary Craig Copeland Memorial Scholarship.  Application deadline March 31.

Attention Seniors: Are you planning to pursue a degree in international studies or a related field in college immediately after high school? If so, stop by the guidance office for a copy of the Ariana R. Ulloa Memorial Scholarship. Application deadline is March 31, 2012 so don’t delay.

Seniors: Planning to pursue studies in natural science, including forest and wildlife management, environmental restoration or a related discipline associated with protecting plants animals and the environment in college? Stop by the guidance office for a copy of the Ora E. Anderson Scholarship. Application deadline is March 31, 2012.

The Wayne F. White Scholarship is available to seniors who show outstanding character, academic excellence and involvement in extra curricular activities, and have demonstrated an ability to overcome obstacles. Students with extreme financial need or less are eligible to apply.  See the guidance office for this application that must be postmarked by March 31, 2012.

Attention Seniors:  An easy online scholarship application is available.  If you know which college you will be attending, stop by the guidance office for information on the US Bank Scholarship.  There are no essays to write and no minimum GPA that must be achieved.  Application deadline is March 31, 2012

Attention Seniors:  Another easy on-line scholarship application is available.  If you know which college you will be attending, stop by the guidance office for information on the US Bank Scholarship.  There are no essays to write and no minimum GPA that must be achieved.  Application deadline is March 31, 2012

Attention Seniors:  A financial need scholarship, the William D. Squires Scholarship, is now available from the guidance office.  If you demonstrate financial need based on your EFC, have a specific career goal, will write an essay and have a minimum 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale, stop by the guidance for a copy of this scholarship.  Applications can be downloaded but must be submitted in paper form. Scholarship application must be postmarked April 5, 2012.

Attention Seniors: The Athens Masonic Scholarship is open to students who have a father, grandfather, brother or husband who is a member of one of the Athens Masonic Bodies (Lodge, Chapter, Council or Commandery) that meet at the Athens Masonic Complex on Carpenter Street.  Applications may be found online at AthensMasons.org.  You may also see Mr. Slattery in room B106 for an application or if you have questions about your possible eligibility.  Deadline for applications is April 15.

Attention seniors: Another scholarship has arrived! The Pythian Sisters of Ohio Scholarship Application is available in the guidance office. You will be required to write an essay for this scholarship. Application deadline is April 15, 2012.

Attention Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors:  If you are interested in the various facets of the business world, you should consider participating in Ohio Business Week, a summer experience.  If you apply by February 29, you will receive a $50 discount.  Applications are in the guidance office and must be postmarked by April 30, 2012.

B. Davis Scholarship:  The B. Davis Scholarship is now available. If you are willing to write a 1000 word essay, this scholarship opportunity is for you! There is no GPA requirement or test score minimum. Stop by the guidance office for the topic and other information. Application deadline is May 28, 2012.

Attention seniors: Are you a Time Warner Cable customer with a 3.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale? Do you plan to pursue a college degree in science, technology, engineering or math? If so, stop by the guidance office to apply for one of six  $2000 scholarships. Application deadline is June 1, 2012.

Attention Senior Athletes:  The Big Sun Scholarship is still available.  Students must be graduating seniors who participated in any sport.  Stop by the guidance office for the scholarship website and the essay question.  Application deadline is June 23, 2012.