MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS January 17, 2017
Attention sixth graders, Are you interested in a break from the noisy cafeteria, but don t have any missing work or re-takes to complete with teachers? Do you like old school Disney movies? If so, see Ms. McDonald Jr. with 3 bobcat bucks for a ticket to watch the Lion King next week during lunch in room 121. The movie will begin Tuesday and play until we watch the whole thing (probably the following Monday).
This week s College of the Week is The University of Central Florida. It is an American public research university in Orlando, Florida. It ranks in the top 20 for being the largest university in the United States by undergraduate enrollment as well as the largest by total enrollment Founded in 1963 by the Florida Legislature, UCF opened in 1968 as Florida Technological University, with the mission of providing personnel to support the growing U.S. space program at the Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station on Florida's Space Coast. As the academic scope expanded beyond its original focus on engineering and technology, "Florida Tech" was renamed The University of Central Florida in 1978. UCF's space roots continue as the university currently leads the NASA Florida Space Grant Consortium This has been your College of the Week.
Send Valentine treats to friends, teacher, and people who are special to you. Carnations only: $1.50 Candy only: $1.50 Carnation and Candy- $3.00 Grams will go on sale on Feb 3 to Feb 10 before advisory. Grams will be delivery on Feb 14 during advisory. ** Please have the persons First and Last Name. Advisory Teacher and Grade. ***Teacher can send grams to students and staff to show appreciations.
Mr. And Miss Bobcat And Court Mr. And Miss Bobcat Must be an 8 th Grader No ISS Or OSS (2 nd Nine weeks 3.0 Grade point average 2 nd Nine weeks 3 of your current teacher Signatures Bobcat Court Mr. and Miss 7 th Grade Mr. and Miss 6 th Grade No ISS Or OSS (2 nd Nine weeks 3.0 Grade point average 2 nd Nine weeks 3 of your current teacher Signatures Mr. and Miss Bobcat will be announced during the BBMS Mascaraed Dance Applications will be available in Advisory during Jan.23 rd Jan. 27 th Student body will vote Feb. 3 rd Feb. 8 th
Thanks to everyone who tried out for Rock n Soul 16. There were a lot of fantastic auditions, and the competition was very tough. We wish we could accept all who auditioned. We want those who did not make it this year to please try again next year. The list of cast and crew will be posted by lunches today. The first rehearsal is tomorrow, Wednesday, January 18, in Mr. McAdams s room 120.
STEP SHOW Upcoming! New! There is going to be a step show on March 31 st To attend you must have A s, B s, C s and the 3 R s in behavior. That means no suspensions in the third nine weeks marking period.
Attention 7 th and 8 th Grade Honor Roll students! Are you interested in helping your fellow peers while earning SSL hours? If so, then you are invited to attend an information session on January 19 th during lunch to learn about the Success Peer Tutoring program. Visit the counseling office during advisory or lunch (with a pass) for more information.
The PBIS team would like to recognize students for participating in our ready to learn advisory activity. Students and their advisory teachers were entered into a drawing. The following students were our winners. 6th Grade-Rakeb Dereje 7th Grade Saron Melaku 8th Grade- Sharon Bille Thank you for participating. All winners please report to the main office to get your prize.
Attention Banneker family! Banneker's STEM Night will be held on Thursday, January 19, from 6:00-7:30 pm. Come out and enjoy a night of Math and Science exploration! Teachers will be showcasing a variety of Math and Science activities for parents, students and community members to participate in, learn some cool stuff and enjoy some free popcorn too! Again that s Thursday, January 19th from 6:00-7:30 pm. See you there!
From now until January 27 th, the 2016-2017 yearbook is on sale for $38. You may order online at Jostens.com or see Mr. Meissner in room 207E for an order form.
Good news Bobcats! There is still time to purchase your tickets to watch the Wizards beat the Nicks on January 31st. Banneker chorus is singing the National Anthem and the Cheerleaders are performing the pre-game show. Join us and show the Wizards that Bobcat spirit!
Box Tops for Education: Earn cash for our school every time you shop for groceries. Clip Box Tops from hundreds of your favorite products. Each Box Top is worth 10 cents to our school and that adds up fast! Bring your Box Tops to the main office or you can give them to Ms. McDonald, in Room 118. Thanks for participating.