WEEKLY CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR April 25 – April 29

By Julian Castro, writer

The Feather brings its readers weekly FC campus announcements published the first day of each week. This week coverage is from April 25- April 29, 2016.

Campus administration is looking for an elementary girls volleyball coach. If interested, contact Jon Penberthy or at the school, 559-299-1695, ext 108.

As the sports schedule gets underway, consider supporting JH and HS athletes at our home games. The week’s athletic events are listed in the weekly announcements below.

Sports Events the Week of 4/25 – 4/29

Monday

FC athletics golf tournament at Copper River CC

JH girls softball at Ft. Miller, 2:45 p.m. Dismissal at 1:30 p.m.

JH tennis at Sequoia, 3 p.m. Dismissal at 1:45 p.m.

HS varsity boys baseball vs Minarets at 4 p.m. Dismissal at 2:10 p.m.

Tuesday

HS varsity boys golf in WSL tournament at Riverside, 2:30 p.m.

Wednesday

JH girls softball at Bullard Talent, 2:45 p.m. Dismissal at 1:30 p.m.

JH tennis at Yosemite, 3 p.m. Dismissal at 1:45 p.m.

HS varsity track at WSL Championship meet in Fowler, 3:30 p.m. Dismissal at 2 p.m.

HS varsity girls softball at Riverdale, 4 p.m. Dismissal at 1:45 p.m.

Thursday

HS varsity golf vs Bullard at Riverside, 1 p.m.

JH track at Sunnyside, 2:45 p.m. Dismissal at 1:45 p.m.

Friday

HS varsity boys baseball at Riverdale, 4 p.m. Dismissal at 1:45 p.m.

T.E.A. Talks

A new group called TEA Talks has formed on campus and is lead by juniors Hannah Nale and Jennifer King. It is open to all HS girls and is meant to build friendships in Christ while encouraging others and learning about the Word.

Writing Club

The club provides a space at school for students to explore interests in creative writing. For more information, contact club leaders Emily Ladd, Skyler Lee, or Nicole Hudecek.

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Break the Barriers

FC is looking for students to volunteer for Break the Barriers on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Volunteer work will count for hours toward CSF.

Brother to Brother

Brother to Brother t-shirts are available to be purchased. They will cost $7 which can be given to Vicky Belmont in the high school office. There will be an on campus lunch for all brothers, Mon. April 25.

Sister to Sister

There will be an on campus lunch for all members of Sister to Sister, April 25.

Map Testing

All students (excluding Seniors) will be taking the Map Test, April 25 – April 26. Freshman, Sophomores and Juniors have different time periods for their testing times. For the testing times or more information, contact the high school office.

Teacher Appreciation Day

National teacher appreciation day this year falls on May 3. It is the time of the year set to appreciate our teachers and understand the hard work that they put into their jobs.

ASB Student President Elections

ASB elections for the presidential position are open to voting. the candidates are Jarrod Markarian and Hannah Nale and students can vote for them until May 2. The voting is online and the link can be found on The Feather’s twitter account.

Belleza in New York

Last year, the FC ensemble girls earned a trip to Carnegie Hall in New York. This week they will be touring New York and performing in Carnegie Hall. Belleza will be performing at Carnegie Hall, May 1 at 8:30 p.m. Itinerary for the rip can be seen here.

Spring Formal Pictures

Spring formal pictures can be picked up in the high school office starting Tue. April 26.

AP Tests

AP tests will be held the first and second weeks of May. Students should plan to arrive 15 minutes early. For test dates and times, contact Michelle Warkentine.

AP Students

Students who missed the first meeting to register for their AP tests have another opportunity to do so, April 25. This will be the last opportunity.

Summer Programs Hosted at College Campuses

Now is the time to register for summer programs hosted at college campuses around the nation. Attending a summer program can be an amazing experience and add value to your college application. If you are a 10th or 11th grader and are interested in attending a program please contact Michelle Warkentin. Experiences range from ecology and engineering programs all the way to art and fashion programs.

Juniors

The next SAT test is on June 4, the registration deadline is May 5. If the deadline is missed you can still register  for the test’s late registration with a fee at https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat

The next ACT test is on June 11, the registration deadline is May 6. You can register online at www.actstudent.org a

Seniors

Seniors who have applied to a local SCCCD community college must complete their online orientation as soon as possible. If you have any questions please contact Michelle Warkentin.

Local Cash for College Workshops are also being held now where you can receive help completing the application http://www.csac.ca.gov/ccfc.asp.

Senior Portfolio Presentations

Senior Portfolio Presentations are scheduled for Friday May 13 in the JJ Room. For more information contact Andrea Donaghe or Michelle Warkentin.

Seniors-ELM/EPT test

Seniors who have applied to a CSU, don’t forget to sign up for your ELM/EPT test if you do not meet the minimum testing/class eligibility requirements. To sign up log in here. The April test at Fresno State is only available for Fresno Unified students, so if you have not yet signed up you will need to register for the May test or an upcoming April test at another CSU campus. When you are registering you will be asked for your State Student ID Number. This number is 0000000000 (10 zeros). If you have any questions feel free to contact Michelle Warkentin.

CSF Meeting

There will be a CSF meeting at lunch in room 621, April 28.

Drama performance of “Hello Dolly”

Kyle Dodson’s drama class is putting on the musical production of Hello Dolly!, May 17. Tickets and times will be announced soon.

ESL help for International Students

Tamara Hill will be available in the library on Mondays and Tuesdays from 3-4 p.m. for ESL support for our international students. Any questions can be directed to Hill.

ON Campus Lunch Menu

JH/HS Leadership will offer lunch throughout the year on Thursday and Friday.

April

28 – Taco Bell

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UPCOMING EVENTS:

May

18-20 Senior Trip

26 – Graduation