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November 12, 2017

In This Issue Greetings! From the Principal's Desk Preparations are almost complete for the upcoming Senior News from the PHHS PTSA Interview Day scheduled for this Friday, November 17. News from PHHS Almost 90 community members have signed up to volunteer their time to interview seniors and help them News from BCPS, CCBC, PHHS Community prepare for life after graduation. Any senior who needs assistance with professional attire for the event should PHHS PTSA Business Partners see their guidance counselor. The PTSA has been This Week at PHHS collecting professional clothing for a while and there are many styles and sizes available for those who need it. Next Week at PHHS Many thanks to those who donated to our Used Clothing Quick Links Drive yesterday. If you missed your opportunity to donate PHHS PTSA yesterday you will have another opportunity next month Perry Hall HS (12/9). PHHS Alumni Association PHHS Athletic Boosters County Public Have a great week! Schools Krista DiPaula PHHS PTSA President

From the Principal's Desk

Dear Parents,

Today our County Champions Cheerleading team competed in the state competition at the Harford Community College. The team did not finish in the top three despite an excellent performance. This is a photo of the team after the performance.

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The girls' varsity Soccer team played in the in Regional final on Wednesday and lost a hard-fought game 3-1 to Urbana HS. The football team played in the regional playoffs against Paint Branch on Friday evening. They lost 21-44 and concluded a great season.

Congratulations to several gator athletes who were honored with at a college signing event on Wednesday; Abby Dennis - Frostburg (Soccer) Nick Dembeck - Neumann () Emma Neff - Frostburg (Lacrosse) Kaci Archer - Saint Leo (Lacrosse) Jade O'Conner - Longwood (Lacrosse) Willow Oh - LaSalle (Field Hockey) Courtney Shaw - Northwestern () Anthony Higgs - Ole Miss (Basketball)

The unfortunate incident on Wednesday evening fueled by unsubstantiated information on social media did not reflect the reality of facts during the day. I realize that it is frustrating that we cannot respond immediately when such things go viral. However, I can assure the community that if there are real and tangible threats we would respond accordingly.

Andrew Last PHHS Principal

News from the PHHS PTSA

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Your voice, more choice! Our membership drive is in full gear now! Students, parents, faculty, alumni, community members, support Perry Hall High School by joining our PTSA! Membership is only $10! By joining:

students that attend driver's ed taught by Greg's Driving School will be entered into a drawing to win a $50 gift card, seniors will be eligible for the PHHS PTSA scholarships if they join by January 19, 2018, faculty members will be eligible to win a reserved parking space.

Download the membership form and place the completed form, along with payment (checks preferred), in the PTSA lock box located in the main office. Or, if you prefer purchase your membership by credit card on the PHHS PTSA website (www.phhsptsa.org). If you have questions, contact [email protected].

Any student who wishes to become a PHHS PTSA member, who but cannot pay the $10 dues is able to EARN a membership. All you have to do is attend 2 monthly PTSA meetings (typically held on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30PM in the school's library) and volunteer to help the PTSA for up to 8 hours. Seniors who wish to apply for the PTSA scholarship will need to complete these requirements by January 19, 2018. Contact Krista DiPaula at [email protected] , for more information. ______

Do you, someone in your family, or someone you know need to take driver's ed? If so, consider Greg's Driving School, a business partner and supporter of the PHHS PTSA! The classes at PHHS are only $360 and they are held at PHHS from 2:45 to 6:00 PM!!! Greg's donates $50 to the PHHS PTSA for every student that takes driver's education classes at our high school! Students that join the PHHS PTSA are eligible to win a $50 gift card! The next session begins Monday, November 27 and continues through December 8!!! Register for classes at www.gregsdrivingschool.net . Can't

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make it to that session? Classes will be held at PHHS throughout the 2017-2018 school year. See below for a list of upcoming class dates:

December 11 through December 22 January 8 through January 22 February 1 through February 14 March 12 through March 23 April 23 through May 4 May 14 through May 25 June 18 through June 29

Sign up today before classes fill up!

Contact Krista DiPaula at [email protected], if you have any questions. ______

The PHHS PTSA continues to support the Ronald McDonald House by collecting Pop Tabs. Pop Tabs are the little tabs on soda, tuna fish cans, soup cans, etc. The money raised from the collections allows families to stay in Ronald McDonald House while a family member is undergoing treatment at a nearby hospital. Collection containers can be found in the main office, the library and room 103. Please support this great cause! ______

Reflections is back! Choose a category such as art, music, dance, literature, or photography to submit original work that interprets the 2017-18 PTA Reflections theme: Within Reach . Students in all grades and of all abilities are welcome to participate. Entry forms and category rules will be in the school office by October 10th or can be downloaded here ( Rules and entry form ). Please be sure to fill out the form completely and legibly with a parent signature. You can submit your entry form and entry to the school library by November 20th. Submissions will be reviewed by experienced artists for interpretation of theme, creativity and technique. We look forward to celebrating your artistry and achievement in the arts! Please visit PTA.ORG/REFLECTIONS for more details or email Donna Nicholson at [email protected] . ______

Be sure to "like" Perry Hall High School PTSA on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @PHHSPTSA to keep up to date on PTSA news!

News from PHHS

The Class of 2020 Club is sponsoring a Save Around fundraiser to raise funds towards their Senior Prom and other expenses/ activities. This coupon book offers over $5,000 in valuable coupons for only $25. These may be purchased from one of the student club members or online at www.supportourgroups.com/gn/222368 . To access our page from there simply scroll down to and click Baltimore 2018. Fundraiser ends 11/17/17. Thank you for your support! ______

Do you have news you want to share on the PHNN LIVE Broadcast ? Complete electronic the form found HERE .

Please submit announcement requests by 5pm the day before you want the announcement to air. Any late/last minute submissions MAY not be aired. ______

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The annual Perry Hall High School Science Department Fruit Sale is back! This year the sale will run from October 30 - November 17. Students will receive informational fliers and order forms from their science teachers. In the event that your student is not taking a science class this year, extra copies may be picked up from the science office. In addition, fruit orders may now be placed online by clicking the School Payments Online link from the Perry Hall High School website at www.perryhallhs.bcps.org . If you do not know the student's ID number, just use the student's first and last name with your 10 digit phone number.

Boxes of oranges, grapefruit, mixed fruit, and a fruit sampler make great holiday gifts and are a healthy addition to anyone's diet. Sweet potatoes will continue to be offered, perfect for those holiday meals! Proceeds from the sale benefit the science department's purchase of new equipment and supplies that are not part of their annual budget. There are individual and class rewards for top sellers. The fruit is shipped directly from Riverfront Groves in Florida and must be picked up on Saturday, December 9th, between 10 AM - 3 PM at Trailer 4. Fruit that is not picked up by Dec 12 will be resold to available customers. Thanks for your participation and support of the science department! ______

The FBLA Chapter, Future Business Leaders of America , is looking for parents and business partners to act as judges for our competitive events at the Regional Conference on Friday, January, 5, 2017. In addition, if anyone is interested in being a presenter on a business related topic, let us know. We will be running rotating 45 minute sessions on topics relevant to students. Contact Hilary Scala at [email protected] for further information. ______

Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to make new friends? Then come to GSA ! Join us every Wednesday at 2:30 in room 312. Come help with the homecoming float, new and exciting projects, and love week. We look forward to seeing you! And Allie week is coming! So come to the next GSA meeting to show your support. Help us spread awareness on equality and understanding of the LGBT

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community. We look forward to seeing you there. ______

Share your summer stories and photos to be featured in the 2017-2018 yearbook . Submit pictures through the Replayit App or email them to [email protected]. It's your yearbook, why not share your photos? ______

Chess club meets on Tuesdays after school from 2:30-3:30 in room 219. All ability levels are welcome to join! ______

Attention potential baseball candidates: If you missed the informational meeting, stop by room 100 before 1st period and see Coach Bickerstaff for a packet. ______

See the attached flyer for information about the Perry Hall High Band Boosters Bull and Oyster Roast that will be held on November 17. ______

Attention parents of the class of 2018 : Do you want to celebrate your senior with a personalized message in the yearbook? The Hallways Yearbook is now selling graduation ads to honor your student's accomplishments. See the attached directions for submitting your ad (attached HERE ). This year for your convenience, ad content and payment can all be done online. The deadline for submission is January 31st, but space is limited so don't delay. Email any questions regarding submission to [email protected] ______

ATTENTION JUNIORS: Junior Prom tickets will go on sale during lunches on November 27th through December 1st. A single ticket is $30 and a couple is $50. If you are bringing someone that does not attend PHHS you need to fill out a guest form. You can pick up a guest form from room 204 or 208. Pay attention to these dates because we will sell out. First come first served!!

News from BCPS and CCBC and the PHHS Community

ATTENTION SENIORS! Apply now for Scholarships. Multiple scholarships are available! Baltimore County Retired School Personnel Association

6 - $2000 BCRSPA Scholarships 1 - $2000 Matthew Tress Memorial Scholarship

Application deadline is February 27, 2018 Download an application at www.bcrspa.org (click on scholarships) or call 443-793-6261 ______

Special Education Citizen's Advisory Committee (SECAC) holds monthly meetings and are planned around specific topics of interest for parents of children with special needs. Each session is designed to help families learn about programs, possibilities and resources available in Baltimore County Public Schools. Registration is not required. All meetings are open to the public. Attached HERE is a list of scheduled meetings for the year and additional useful information. Next meeting will be held November 6.

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CCBC Day Trip to NYC:

When: Saturday - December 2, 2017

Leave PHHS parking lot at 7:00 AM Arrive in Time Square around 10:30 AM Leave from same location at 6:30 PM Return to PHHS parking lot by 9:30 PM

**** You plan your day's itinerary! Cost: $75.00/ 1 for transportation Reservations: Call 443-840-1717 ______

Perry Hall High School Alumni Association is seeking nominees for The Hall of Fame. The ceremony will be held in the spring of 2018 and nominations are due by 12/1/2017. Nominations are open to :

Outstanding Alumni Outstanding former PHHS teacher

Application form is attached HERE ______

National substance abuse consultant and former Baltimore County Drug Czar, Michael Gimbel, will lead a no nonsense presentation and community discussion focused on alcohol and street drug trends, preventative education, and treatment resources available within the community on Wednesday, November 15, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Perry Hall Middle School. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. There is no cost to attend. This event is offered by Perry Hall Middle School PTSA. All adult members of the local community are invited to attend. See attached FLYER .

PHHS PTSA Business Partners We appreciate the support of these local businesses! Thanks to their generosity, our PTSA is able to meet our objectives.

Used Clothing General Supporter Golden Gators Program Supporter Drive Supporter

www.gregsdrivingschool.net classes taught at PHHS 8867 Belair Road 4601 Ebenezer Road Baltimore 21236 9106 Belair Road 7750 Rossville Blvd Baltimore 21236 Baltimore 21236 Perry Hall 21236

If you'd like to partner with the PHHS PTSA and make a donation of money, food, prizes or discounted coupons, contact Krista DiPaula at [email protected] . The PHHS PTSA is a non-profit volunteer

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organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, so your donation may be tax deductible!

This Week at PHHS* November 13 - 17 American Education Week November 16 - Distribution of Report Cards

*Dates and times of all events and activities are subject to change.

Next Week at PHHS* November 23 & 24 - Thanksgiving holiday

*Dates and times of all events and activities are subject to change.

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