University High School Bulletin for Thursday, December 20, 2007
. New Items [1-15]
Fall Semester Grades
Fall semester grades have been typically sent home during the winter break. These grades do
not include the university course grades, so another grade report was mailed after the winter
session that included the Fresno State courses. To reduce mailings and cost only one grade
report will be sent this year after the winter session. The final grade report will not be run in
PowerSchool until Dec. 30th. Grades will be available to view on PowersSchool as current
grades up until that date.
Bell Schedule for the electives
1st period will meet from 8:00 to 11:00
Lunch is from 11:00 to 12:00
2nd period will meet from 12:00 to 3:00
Students are released for the day at 3:00 P.M.
Freshmen Finals Schedule on Thursday
Freshmen students will end the day at 10:00 when they finish their 6th period final. They are
released to go home at that time. If a student was absent for any final, they should make
arrangements with their teacher to make up that final Thursday morning or afternoon.
LOST AND FOUND ITEMS Heads up! All Lost and Found Items not picked up in the Office by
Noon on Thursday, December 20th, will be donated to charity.
. Student Recognition [16-20]
National Honor Band Congratulations to Andrew van der Paart for auditioning and being
accepted into the National Honor Band hosted by Bands of America, an orginzation whose
sole purpose is to support young musicians. Andrew will travel to Indianapolis, Indiana in
early March to rehearse and perform with the honor band and special guest conductor.
. General Announcements [41-60]
Finals Schedule
The final schedule for the fall semester will be the following:
Tuesday
Per. 1 8:30-10:00
Per. 2 10:30-12:00
Wednesday
Per. 3 8:30-10:00
Per. 4 10:30-12:00
Thursday
Per. 6 8:30-10:00
Per. 7 10:30-12:00
If a college class final conflicts with a UHS final, students are responsible for notifying the
UHS teacher and rescheduling their final for the afternoon.
Innerspark
The California State Summer School for the Arts (Innerspeark) is seeking the most talented
high-school aged visual, literary, media, and performing artists in California. The teenagers
who are selected through the competitive application process will attend one of the country's
premier summer arts institutes on the campus of California Institute of the Arts in Valencia.
Innerspark offers instruction in the fields of Animation, Music, Dance, Film and Video,
Theatre, Creative Writing, and Visual Arts. The application is due by February 29, 2008 and
can be obtained online at: www.innerspark.us
Stanford Medical Youth Science Program
The Stanford Medical Youth Science Program is looking for economically disadvantaged and
under-resourced sophomore and junior high school students who are academically oriented,
mature and inquisitive, interested in medicine-and health-related careers, and will likely be
the first in their family to attand a college or university. Applications are due by February
15th and can be found online at: http://smysp.stanford.edu
. Community Opportunities [101-120]
Youth Orchestras of Fresno Interested in joining YOOF? Auditions for the next concert season
will be scheduled for Sunday, January 6, 2008 in the CSUF Band Room. Contact Maureen
Golden at 432-4260 for audition time slots. We will be accepting students for all three
orchestras, the Youth Chamber Orchestra, Youth Symphony Orchestra and Youth
Philharmonic Orchestra. Ages range from 4th grade to age 20. See our website at
www.youthorchestrasfresno.org or additional info. Congratulations to our many UHS
students who perform with YOOF: Taylor Ashlock, Ethan Castro, Albert Chang, Tiffany
Chang, Kevin Chen, Carl Garner, Stephen Gedert, Andrew Golden, Dhiraj Holden, Mark Jen,
Sean Kelly, Max Krongaus, Mckinley Krongaus, Kristopher Kubota, Bryce Kuykendal, Audrey
Liu, Tracey Liu, Jordan Lomeli-Perez, Ellie Miller, Samantha Nakagaki, Matt Shaver, Amy
Swiger, Andrew van der Paardt and Tiffany Yu.
. College Info [121-140]
National Portfolio Day Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college
representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share
information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day,
see the schedule below:
10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)
01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)
01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)
Wal Mart Community Scholarship The 2008 Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship is available
through: www.walmartfoundation.org. The deadline for entry is January 14, 2008. The
COMMUNITY scholarship is a non-renewable $1000 award for the first year of
undergraduate study. To qualify, a student must be a graduating high school senior and may
not be a Wal Mart or Sam's Clun associate, or the child oor legal dependent of a Wal Mart or
Sam's Club associate.
. Scholarship Info [141-160]
Burger King Scholars Program Burger King is offering approximately 700 $1000 scholarships
to graduating seniors who maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of 2.5 or higher; work part-time an
average of 15 hours per week; are actively involved in community service activities;
demonstrate financial need; and plan to enroll in an accredited two or four-year college. To
apply, go to: www.bk.com/scholars
11th Grade "The Grapes of Wrath" Multi-Media Scholarship Contest Studens may depict any
aspect of "The Grapes of Wrath" using any media they wish - video, live action, sculpture,
painting, writing, photos, prints. etc. The first-place prize is a $2500 scholarship; the
second-place prize is a $1500 scholarship; and the third-place prize is a $1000 scholarship.
For more information, contact Lori Herington at: Lori_Herington@cable.comcast.com
The California Association of Collectors Educational Scholarship Foundation Scho The
California Association of Collectors is thrilled to announce a scholarship opportunity for
Califonia high school seniors. The scholarship is based on a one-page application and a
three to four page essay on the "Importance of Establishing and Maintaining Good Credit
During your College Years."For more information, visit: www.cacesf.org
eQuality Scholarship Several $5000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school
seniors (in Northern and Central California) who have dedicated their time to help the
lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. For more information, visit:
www.allyaction.org/scholarship
Scholarship for UCSC COSMOS Alum An excellent opportunity has arisen for UC Santa Cruz
COSMOS alumni who are high school seniors this year! Thanks to a donation from The
College Access Foundation of California, there is $56,000 worth of scholarships available to
COSMOS alum who will be enrolled as full-time students at a four-year college or university
in the Fall of 2008. Remember, it is opportunities like this one that make it so important to
keep your contact information up-to-date with the COSMOS staff. If we cannot contact you,
you may miss out on a fantastic opportunity!
PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship Program Phi Delta Kappa (Fresno Chapter 0110) is
offering scholarships to high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in education.
Applications are due on February 1, 2008. To request an application, please email Kristen
Rose at: klr36@cvip.net
California Wine Grape Growers Foundation Scholarships If you are a senior whose parents(s)
or legal guardian(s) are vineyard employees of a California wine grape grower, consider
applying for a scholarship at: www.cawg.org/cwggf
Ronald McDonald House Charities
The Ronald McDonald House Scholarship Program is comprised of four individual scholarship
prgrams, including scholarship programs specifically directed at Asian-Americans, African-
Americans, Hispanics, and all-around scholars. If you are interested in applying, please
obtain an application from the following website: www.rmhc.org
Comments? Something to put in the bulletin?
Email to sg061@csufresno.edu
University High School Bulletin for Wednesday, December 19, 2007
. New Items [1-15]
Fall Semester Grades
Fall semester grades have been typically sent home during the winter break. These grades do
not include the university course grades, so another grade report was mailed after the winter
session that included the Fresno State courses. To reduce mailings and cost only one grade
report will be sent this year after the winter session. The final grade report will not be run in
PowerSchool until Dec. 30th. Grades will be available to view on PowersSchool as current
grades up until that date.
MOA DVD's
MAGIC OF THE ARTS DVD'S may be picked up on Wednesday at 12:00-12:30 in front of the
UHS office. A few additional copies will be available for purchase at $20 each. Checks should
be made out to Phoenix Alliance. Orders for the UHS Memories DVD are still being accepted
in the UHS Office. Questions? Contact kmckinley@csufresno.edu.
Freshmen Finals Schedule on Thursday
Freshmen students will end the day at 10:00 when they finish their 6th period final. They are
released to go home at that time. If a student was absent for any final, they should make
arrangements with their teacher to make up that final Thursday morning or afternoon.
LOST AND FOUND ITEMS Heads up! All Lost and Found Items not picked up in the Office by
Noon on Thursday, December 20th, will be donated to charity.
. General Announcements [41-60]
Finals Schedule
The final schedule for the fall semester will be the following:
Tuesday
Per. 1 8:30-10:00
Per. 2 10:30-12:00
Wednesday
Per. 3 8:30-10:00
Per. 4 10:30-12:00
Thursday
Per. 6 8:30-10:00
Per. 7 10:30-12:00
If a college class final conflicts with a UHS final, students are responsible for notifying the
UHS teacher and rescheduling their final for the afternoon.
Stanford Medical Youth Science Program
The Stanford Medical Youth Science Program is looking for economically disadvantaged and
under-resourced sophomore and junior high school students who are academically oriented,
mature and inquisitive, interested in medicine-and health-related careers, and will likely be
the first in their family to attand a college or university. Applications are due by February
15th and can be found online at: http://smysp.stanford.edu
Ski / Snowboard Meeting Ski/snowboard meeting in room 18 on Wednesday at 12:05. If you
have any questions about the trip or about what to bring please come by.
. College Info [121-140]
National Portfolio Day Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college
representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share
information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day,
see the schedule below:
10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)
01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)
01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)
Wal Mart Community Scholarship The 2008 Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship is available
through: www.walmartfoundation.org. The deadline for entry is January 14, 2008. The
COMMUNITY scholarship is a non-renewable $1000 award for the first year of
undergraduate study. To qualify, a student must be a graduating high school senior and may
not be a Wal Mart or Sam's Clun associate, or the child oor legal dependent of a Wal Mart or
Sam's Club associate.
. Scholarship Info [141-160]
Burger King Scholars Program Burger King is offering approximately 700 $1000 scholarships
to graduating seniors who maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of 2.5 or higher; work part-time an
average of 15 hours per week; are actively involved in community service activities;
demonstrate financial need; and plan to enroll in an accredited two or four-year college. To
apply, go to: www.bk.com/scholars
11th Grade "The Grapes of Wrath" Multi-Media Scholarship Contest Studens may depict any
aspect of "The Grapes of Wrath" using any media they wish - video, live action, sculpture,
painting, writing, photos, prints. etc. The first-place prize is a $2500 scholarship; the
second-place prize is a $1500 scholarship; and the third-place prize is a $1000 scholarship.
For more information, contact Lori Herington at: Lori_Herington@cable.comcast.com
The California Association of Collectors Educational Scholarship Foundation Scho The
California Association of Collectors is thrilled to announce a scholarship opportunity for
Califonia high school seniors. The scholarship is based on a one-page application and a
three to four page essay on the "Importance of Establishing and Maintaining Good Credit
During your College Years."For more information, visit: www.cacesf.org
eQuality Scholarship Several $5000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school
seniors (in Northern and Central California) who have dedicated their time to help the
lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. For more information, visit:
www.allyaction.org/scholarship
Scholarship for UCSC COSMOS Alum An excellent opportunity has arisen for UC Santa Cruz
COSMOS alumni who are high school seniors this year! Thanks to a donation from The
College Access Foundation of California, there is $56,000 worth of scholarships available to
COSMOS alum who will be enrolled as full-time students at a four-year college or university
in the Fall of 2008. Remember, it is opportunities like this one that make it so important to
keep your contact information up-to-date with the COSMOS staff. If we cannot contact you,
you may miss out on a fantastic opportunity!
PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship Program Phi Delta Kappa (Fresno Chapter 0110) is
offering scholarships to high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in education.
Applications are due on February 1, 2008. To request an application, please email Kristen
Rose at: klr36@cvip.net
California Wine Grape Growers Foundation Scholarships If you are a senior whose parents(s)
or legal guardian(s) are vineyard employees of a California wine grape grower, consider
applying for a scholarship at: www.cawg.org/cwggf
Comments? Something to put in the bulletin?
Email to sg061@csufresno.edu
University High School Bulletin for Tuesday, December 18, 2007
. New Items [1-15]
PSAT Score Reports Were Distributed at the End of Last Week
Score reports were distributed to students last week, via their English instructors. If you need
help interpreting your report, please see Ms. Patterson.
MOA DVD's
MAGIC OF THE ARTS DVD'S may be picked up on Wednesday at 12:00-12:30 in front of the
UHS office. A few additional copies will be available for purchase at $20 each. Checks should
be made out to Phoenix Alliance. Orders for the UHS Memories DVD are still being accepted
in the UHS Office. Questions? Contact kmckinley@csufresno.edu.
LOST AND FOUND ITEMS Heads up! All Lost and Found Items not picked up in the Office by
Noon on Thursday, December 20th, will be donated to charity.
. Student Recognition [16-20]
ALL-STATE HONOR SYMPHONY
CONGRATULATIONS to the UHS students who were selected by a competitive state-wide
audition for the California All-State Symphony: Hannah Yoon, Albert Chang, Tiffany Yu, Carl
Gardener, Stephen Gedert, Mark Ryan, Max Krongaus, and Matt Shaver. These students
rehearsed last Friday and Saturday, and performed at the University of Redlands on Saturday
afternoon. Special congrats to Carl, Matt, and Max who were selected as principals!
. General Announcements [41-60]
Finals Schedule
The final schedule for the fall semester will be the following:
Tuesday
Per. 1 8:30-10:00
Per. 2 10:30-12:00
Wednesday
Per. 3 8:30-10:00
Per. 4 10:30-12:00
Thursday
Per. 6 8:30-10:00
Per. 7 10:30-12:00
If a college class final conflicts with a UHS final, students are responsible for notifying the
UHS teacher and rescheduling their final for the afternoon.
Stanford Medical Youth Science Program
The Stanford Medical Youth Science Program is looking for economically disadvantaged and
under-resourced sophomore and junior high school students who are academically oriented,
mature and inquisitive, interested in medicine-and health-related careers, and will likely be
the first in their family to attand a college or university. Applications are due by February
15th and can be found online at: http://smysp.stanford.edu
. College Info [121-140]
National Portfolio Day Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college
representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share
information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day,
see the schedule below:
10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)
01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)
01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)
Wal Mart Community Scholarship The 2008 Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship is available
through: www.walmartfoundation.org. The deadline for entry is January 14, 2008. The
COMMUNITY scholarship is a non-renewable $1000 award for the first year of
undergraduate study. To qualify, a student must be a graduating high school senior and may
not be a Wal Mart or Sam's Clun associate, or the child oor legal dependent of a Wal Mart or
Sam's Club associate.
. Scholarship Info [141-160]
Burger King Scholars Program Burger King is offering approximately 700 $1000 scholarships
to graduating seniors who maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of 2.5 or higher; work part-time an
average of 15 hours per week; are actively involved in community service activities;
demonstrate financial need; and plan to enroll in an accredited two or four-year college. To
apply, go to: www.bk.com/scholars
11th Grade "The Grapes of Wrath" Multi-Media Scholarship Contest Studens may depict any
aspect of "The Grapes of Wrath" using any media they wish - video, live action, sculpture,
painting, writing, photos, prints. etc. The first-place prize is a $2500 scholarship; the
second-place prize is a $1500 scholarship; and the third-place prize is a $1000 scholarship.
For more information, contact Lori Herington at: Lori_Herington@cable.comcast.com
The California Association of Collectors Educational Scholarship Foundation Scho The
California Association of Collectors is thrilled to announce a scholarship opportunity for
Califonia high school seniors. The scholarship is based on a one-page application and a
three to four page essay on the "Importance of Establishing and Maintaining Good Credit
During your College Years."For more information, visit: www.cacesf.org
eQuality Scholarship Several $5000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school
seniors (in Northern and Central California) who have dedicated their time to help the
lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. For more information, visit:
www.allyaction.org/scholarship
Scholarship for UCSC COSMOS Alum An excellent opportunity has arisen for UC Santa Cruz
COSMOS alumni who are high school seniors this year! Thanks to a donation from The
College Access Foundation of California, there is $56,000 worth of scholarships available to
COSMOS alum who will be enrolled as full-time students at a four-year college or university
in the Fall of 2008. Remember, it is opportunities like this one that make it so important to
keep your contact information up-to-date with the COSMOS staff. If we cannot contact you,
you may miss out on a fantastic opportunity!
PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship Program Phi Delta Kappa (Fresno Chapter 0110) is
offering scholarships to high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in education.
Applications are due on February 1, 2008. To request an application, please email Kristen
Rose at: klr36@cvip.net
California Wine Grape Growers Foundation Scholarships If you are a senior whose parents(s)
or legal guardian(s) are vineyard employees of a California wine grape grower, consider
applying for a scholarship at: www.cawg.org/cwggf
Comments? Something to put in the bulletin?
Email to sg061@csufresno.edu
University High School Bulletin for Monday, December 17, 2007
. New Items [1-15]
Winter Session Schedule The winter session schedule will be distributed today in your English
class or musicianship if you are a junior.
Study Abroad There will be an informational night at the Woodward Park Regional Library for
any interested student or parent who would like more information about studying abroad. It
will be on December 17 in the evening. Please contact Jose Ruiz with any questions at
jruiz_salas@yahoo.com or at 559-786-2949.
. Student Recognition [16-20]
ALL-STATE HONOR SYMPHONY
CONGRATULATIONS to the UHS students who were selected by a competitive state-wide
audition for the California All-State Symphony: Hannah Yoon, Albert Chang, Tiffany Yu, Carl
Gardener, Stephen Gedert, Mark Ryan, Max Krongaus, and Matt Shaver. These students
rehearsed last Friday and Saturday, and performed at the University of Redlands on Saturday
afternoon. Special congrats to Carl, Matt, and Max who were selected as principals!
. General Announcements [41-60]
Finals Schedule
The final schedule for the fall semester will be the following:
Tuesday
Per. 1 8:30-10:00
Per. 2 10:30-12:00
Wednesday
Per. 3 8:30-10:00
Per. 4 10:30-12:00
Thursday
Per. 6 8:30-10:00
Per. 7 10:30-12:00
If a college class final conflicts with a UHS final, students are responsible for notifying the
UHS teacher and rescheduling their final for the afternoon.
Ms. Hill's last day for this semester will be Tuesday, December 18, 2007 Please note: Ms.
Hill's last day for this semester will be Tuesday, December 18th. Please connect with me if
you would like an appointment to visit with me before this date. Otherwise, good luck on
your finals, eat well, and get plenty of rest as you enter into your finals. Happy Holidays and a
Happy and safe New Year to all of you. I will see you again when I return in the Spring 2008.
Blessings to you and your family. Ms. Hill (1)
STUDENTS DROPPING UHS AT SEMESTER If you know you are not returning to UHS on January
7th, please see Mrs. Lung in Room 20 to complete the proper check-out process. Your
parent will also need to sign the withdrawal sheet. Thank you. Mrs. Lung(41)
Stanford Medical Youth Science Program
The Stanford Medical Youth Science Program is looking for economically disadvantaged and
under-resourced sophomore and junior high school students who are academically oriented,
mature and inquisitive, interested in medicine-and health-related careers, and will likely be
the first in their family to attand a college or university. Applications are due by February
15th and can be found online at:
http://smysp.stanford.edu
. College Info [121-140]
National Portfolio Day Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college
representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share
information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day,
see the schedule below:
10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)
01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)
01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)
Wal Mart Community Scholarship The 2008 Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship is available
through:
www.walmartfoundation.org
. The deadline for entry is January 14, 2008. The
COMMUNITY scholarship is a non-renewable $1000 award for the first year of
undergraduate study. To qualify, a student must be a graduating high school senior and may
not be a Wal Mart or Sam's Clun associate, or the child oor legal dependent of a Wal Mart or
Sam's Club associate.
. Scholarship Info [141-160]
Burger King Scholars Program Burger King is offering approximately 700 $1000 scholarships
to graduating seniors who maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of 2.5 or higher; work part-time an
average of 15 hours per week; are actively involved in community service activities;
demonstrate financial need; and plan to enroll in an accredited two or four-year college. To
apply, go to:
www.bk.com/scholars
11th Grade "The Grapes of Wrath" Multi-Media Scholarship Contest Studens may depict any
aspect of "The Grapes of Wrath" using any media they wish - video, live action, sculpture,
painting, writing, photos, prints. etc. The first-place prize is a $2500 scholarship; the
second-place prize is a $1500 scholarship; and the third-place prize is a $1000 scholarship.
For more information, contact Lori Herington at: Lori_Herington@cable.comcast.com
The California Association of Collectors Educational Scholarship Foundation Scho The
California Association of Collectors is thrilled to announce a scholarship opportunity for
Califonia high school seniors. The scholarship is based on a one-page application and a
three to four page essay on the "Importance of Establishing and Maintaining Good Credit
During your College Years."For more information, visit:
www.cacesf.org
eQuality Scholarship Several $5000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school
seniors (in Northern and Central California) who have dedicated their time to help the
lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. For more information, visit:
www.allyaction.org/scholarship
Scholarship for UCSC COSMOS Alum An excellent opportunity has arisen for UC Santa Cruz
COSMOS alumni who are high school seniors this year! Thanks to a donation from The
College Access Foundation of California, there is $56,000 worth of scholarships available to
COSMOS alum who will be enrolled as full-time students at a four-year college or university
in the Fall of 2008. Remember, it is opportunities like this one that make it so important to
keep your contact information up-to-date with the COSMOS staff. If we cannot contact you,
you may miss out on a fantastic opportunity!
PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship Program Phi Delta Kappa (Fresno Chapter 0110) is
offering scholarships to high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in education.
Applications are due on February 1, 2008. To request an application, please email Kristen
Rose at: klr36@cvip.net
California Wine Grape Growers Foundation Scholarships If you are a senior whose parents(s)
or legal guardian(s) are vineyard employees of a California wine grape grower, consider
applying for a scholarship at:
www.cawg.org/cwggf
Comments? Something to put in the bulletin?
Email to sg061@csufresno.edu
University High School Bulletin for Friday, December 14, 2007
. New Items [1-15]
Wicked Bus Fee due
Attention Wicked ticket holders! Less than half of you have paid your bus fee to go to
Hollywood. The due date is this Friday, Dec. 14. Please bring it to Mr. Benlsay before school
or after 2:00 p.m. during the next two days.
Ms. Hill's last day for this semester will be Tuesday, December 18, 2007 Please note: Ms.
Hill's last day for this semester will be Tuesday, December 18th. Please connect with me if
you would like an appointment to visit with me before this date. Otherwise, good luck on
your finals, eat well, and get plenty of rest as you enter into your finals. Happy Holidays and a
Happy and safe New Year to all of you. I will see you again when I return in the Spring 2008.
Blessings to you and your family. Ms. Hill (1)
SAT Question of the Day The answer is (E).
. Student Recognition [16-20]
ALL-STATE HONOR SYMPHONY
CONGRATULATIONS to the UHS students who were selected by a competitive state-wide
audition for the California All-State Symphony: Hannah Yoon, Albert Chang, Tiffany Yu, Carl
Gardener, Stephen Gedert, Mark Ryan, Max Krongaus, and Matt Shaver. These students
rehearsed last Friday and Saturday, and performed at the University of Redlands on Saturday
afternoon. Special congrats to Carl, Matt, and Max who were selected as principals!
. General Announcements [41-60]
Finals Schedule
The final schedule for the fall semester will be the following:
Tuesday
Per. 1 8:30-10:00
Per. 2 10:30-12:00
Wednesday
Per. 3 8:30-10:00
Per. 4 10:30-12:00
Thursday
Per. 6 8:30-10:00
Per. 7 10:30-12:00
If a college class final conflicts with a UHS final, students are responsible for notifying the
UHS teacher and rescheduling their final for the afternoon.
STUDENTS DROPPING UHS AT SEMESTER If you know you are not returning to UHS on January
7th, please see Mrs. Lung in Room 20 to complete the proper check-out process. Your
parent will also need to sign the withdrawal sheet. Thank you. Mrs. Lung(41)
WINTER CONCERT TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Winter Concert Tickets are on sale in the UHS
Office at lunchtime and after school. $5.00 each - come and get yours while they last! PLEASE
PAY BY CHECK IF POSSIBLE. Thank you! Concerts are:
Tuesday, Dec. 11, All Choirs, Shrine of St. Therese, 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Dec. 12, Show Choir & Jazz Band, 7:00 PM, CSUF Concert Hall
Friday, Dec. 14, Concert Band & Wind Ensemble, CSUF Concert Hall, 7:30 PM
Saturday, Dec. 15, Sting Ensemble, Symphonic Band, & Orchestra, CSUF Concert Hall, 3:30 PM
Stanford Medical Youth Science Program
The Stanford Medical Youth Science Program is looking for economically disadvantaged and
under-resourced sophomore and junior high school students who are academically oriented,
mature and inquisitive, interested in medicine-and health-related careers, and will likely be
the first in their family to attand a college or university. Applications are due by February
15th and can be found online at: http://smysp.stanford.edu
. Community Opportunities [101-120]
UHS Service Club: Coat and Diaper Drive Please bring in new boxes of disposable diapers of
all sizes, to be donated to the Holy Cross Women's Shelter. The diapers can be brought to
your English classroom. Also, please bring in new or slightly used coats, jackets, or sweaters
to your Enlgish classroom. These will be donated to the San Joaquin "Holiday Coat Drive". All
donations are due by December 14th. 3 Spirit Points will be awarded for each coat, and 5 for
each box of diapers brought in!!!
. College Info [121-140]
National Portfolio Day Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college
representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share
information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day,
see the schedule below:
10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)
01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)
01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)
Wal Mart Community Scholarship The 2008 Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship is available
through: www.walmartfoundation.org. The deadline for entry is January 14, 2008. The
COMMUNITY scholarship is a non-renewable $1000 award for the first year of
undergraduate study. To qualify, a student must be a graduating high school senior and may
not be a Wal Mart or Sam's Clun associate, or the child oor legal dependent of a Wal Mart or
Sam's Club associate.
. Scholarship Info [141-160]
Burger King Scholars Program Burger King is offering approximately 700 $1000 scholarships
to graduating seniors who maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of 2.5 or higher; work part-time an
average of 15 hours per week; are actively involved in community service activities;
demonstrate financial need; and plan to enroll in an accredited two or four-year college. To
apply, go to: www.bk.com/scholars
11th Grade "The Grapes of Wrath" Multi-Media Scholarship Contest Studens may depict any
aspect of "The Grapes of Wrath" using any media they wish - video, live action, sculpture,
painting, writing, photos, prints. etc. The first-place prize is a $2500 scholarship; the
second-place prize is a $1500 scholarship; and the third-place prize is a $1000 scholarship.
For more information, contact Lori Herington at: Lori_Herington@cable.comcast.com
The California Association of Collectors Educational Scholarship Foundation Scho The
California Association of Collectors is thrilled to announce a scholarship opportunity for
Califonia high school seniors. The scholarship is based on a one-page application and a
three to four page essay on the "Importance of Establishing and Maintaining Good Credit
During your College Years."For more information, visit: www.cacesf.org
eQuality Scholarship Several $5000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school
seniors (in Northern and Central California) who have dedicated their time to help the
lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. For more information, visit:
www.allyaction.org/scholarship
Scholarship for UCSC COSMOS Alum An excellent opportunity has arisen for UC Santa Cruz
COSMOS alumni who are high school seniors this year! Thanks to a donation from The
College Access Foundation of California, there is $56,000 worth of scholarships available to
COSMOS alum who will be enrolled as full-time students at a four-year college or university
in the Fall of 2008. Remember, it is opportunities like this one that make it so important to
keep your contact information up-to-date with the COSMOS staff. If we cannot contact you,
you may miss out on a fantastic opportunity!
PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship Program Phi Delta Kappa (Fresno Chapter 0110) is
offering scholarships to high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in education.
Applications are due on February 1, 2008. To request an application, please email Kristen
Rose at: klr36@cvip.net
California Wine Grape Growers Foundation Scholarships If you are a senior whose parents(s)
or legal guardian(s) are vineyard employees of a California wine grape grower, consider
applying for a scholarship at: www.cawg.org/cwggf
Some UC Campuses are Still Accepting Applications Although the priority filing period for fall
2008 has closed, UC Merced and UC Riverside are still accepting applications to some
programs and majors.
University High School Bulletin for Thursday, December 13, 2007
. New Items [1-15]
Wicked Bus Fee due
Attention Wicked ticket holders! Less than half of you have paid your bus fee to go to
Hollywood. The due date is this Friday, Dec. 14. Please bring it to Mr. Benlsay before school
or after 2:00 p.m. during the next two days.
Class Competition Soccer Tournament
Today one game at 12:20- Senior Boys vs. Freshmen Boys, for Third place. Tomorrow two
games- Game 1 at 12:15 Senior Girls vs. Junior Girls for 1st and 2nd. Game 2 at 12:30 Junior
Boys vs. Sophomore Boys for 1st and 2nd.
SAT Question of the Day The answer is (A).
Class Ring Pick up Today
Anyone that ordered a class ring can pick them up Thursday beginning at noon in room 18.
Please, remember to bring your final payment. Any senior that did not have a chance to order
their caps and gowns can also get that done with Graduate Services at this time.
. Student Recognition [16-20]
ALL‑STATE HONOR SYMPHONY
CONGRATULATIONS to the UHS students who were selected by a competitive state‑wide
audition for the California All‑State Symphony: Hannah Yoon, Albert Chang, Tiffany Yu, Carl
Gardener, Stephen Gedert, Mark Ryan, Max Krongaus, and Matt Shaver. These students
rehearsed last Friday and Saturday, and performed at the University of Redlands on Saturday
afternoon. Special congrats to Carl, Matt, and Max who were selected as principals!
CONGRATULATION to the following students who were accepted into the California All‑State
Honor Choir. This is a BIG honor for these singers and for our school. They will be
participating in March.
Taylor Ashlock
Meghan Jensen
Katharine McGregor
Burke Rea
Congratulations Math Team Congratulations to Zach Bernel, Kevin Chen, Stephen Gedert,
Vitaliy Goncharenko, Dhiraj Holden, David Matsushita, Roman Sook, Darren Sue, and Tiffany
Yu for having the top scores California Math League CAML Test where 32 UHS students
participated. Congratulations to all participants of Math Team! We are currently in first
place...Clovis West is in 2nd place! Keep working hard so we can maintain our first place
position!
. Parent Notices [21-40]
PHOENIX ALLIANCE Meeting
A Phoenix Alliance Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 13 at 7:00 P.M. in Room
18. All are welcome! Parking will be relaxed in Lots C & D. Questions? Contact Kathleen
McKinley, kmckinley@csufresno.edu
. General Announcements [41-60]
Finals Schedule
The final schedule for the fall semester will be the following:
Tuesday
Per. 1 8:30-10:00
Per. 2 10:30-12:00
Wednesday
Per. 3 8:30-10:00
Per. 4 10:30-12:00
Thursday
Per. 6 8:30-10:00
Per. 7 10:30-12:00
If a college class final conflicts with a UHS final, students are responsible for notifying the
UHS teacher and rescheduling their final for the afternoon.
WINTER CONCERT TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Winter Concert Tickets are on sale in the UHS
Office at lunchtime and after school. $5.00 each ‑ come and get yours while they last! PLEASE
PAY BY CHECK IF POSSIBLE. Thank you! Concerts are:
Tuesday, Dec. 11, All Choirs, Shrine of St. Therese, 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Dec. 12, Show Choir & Jazz Band, 7:00 PM, CSUF Concert Hall
Friday, Dec. 14, Concert Band & Wind Ensemble, CSUF Concert Hall, 7:30 PM
Saturday, Dec. 15, Sting Ensemble, Symphonic Band, & Orchestra, CSUF Concert Hall, 3:30 PM
UHS Service Club: Coat and Diaper Drive Please bring in new boxes of disposable diapers of
all sizes, to be donated to the Holy Cross Women's Shelter. The diapers can be brought to
your English classroom. Also, please bring in new or slightly used coats, jackets, or sweaters
to your Enlgish classroom. These will be donated to the San Joaquin "Holiday Coat Drive". All
donations are due by December 14th. 3 Spirit Points will be awarded for each coat, and 5 for
each box of diapers brought in!!!
Stanford Medical Youth Science Program
The Stanford Medical Youth Science Program is looking for economically disadvantaged and
under-resourced sophomore and junior high school students who are academically oriented,
mature and inquisitive, interested in medicine-and health-related careers, and will likely be
the first in their family to attand a college or university. Applications are due by February
15th and can be found online at: http://smysp.stanford.edu
. College Info [121-140]
National Portfolio Day Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college
representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share
information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day,
see the schedule below:
10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)
01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)
01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)
Wal Mart Community Scholarship The 2008 Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship is available
through: www.walmartfoundation.org. The deadline for entry is January 14, 2008. The
COMMUNITY scholarship is a non-renewable $1000 award for the first year of
undergraduate study. To qualify, a student must be a graduating high school senior and may
not be a Wal Mart or Sam's Clun associate, or the child oor legal dependent of a Wal Mart or
Sam's Club associate.
. Scholarship Info [141-160]
Burger King Scholars Program Burger King is offering approximately 700 $1000 scholarships
to graduating seniors who maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of 2.5 or higher; work part-time an
average of 15 hours per week; are actively involved in community service activities;
demonstrate financial need; and plan to enroll in an accredited two or four-year college. To
apply, go to: www.bk.com/scholars
11th Grade "The Grapes of Wrath" Multi-Media Scholarship Contest Studens may depict any
aspect of "The Grapes of Wrath" using any media they wish - video, live action, sculpture,
painting, writing, photos, prints. etc. The first-place prize is a $2500 scholarship; the
second‑place prize is a $1500 scholarship; and the third‑place prize is a $1000 scholarship.
For more information, contact Lori Herington at: Lori_Herington@cable.comcast.com
The California Association of Collectors Educational Scholarship Foundation Scho The
California Association of Collectors is thrilled to announce a scholarship opportunity for
Califonia high school seniors. The scholarship is based on a one-page application and a
three to four page essay on the "Importance of Establishing and Maintaining Good Credit
During your College Years."For more information, visit: www.cacesf.org
eQuality Scholarship Several $5000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school
seniors (in Northern and Central California) who have dedicated their time to help the
lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. For more information, visit:
www.allyaction.org/scholarship
Scholarship for UCSC COSMOS Alum An excellent opportunity has arisen for UC Santa Cruz
COSMOS alumni who are high school seniors this year! Thanks to a donation from The
College Access Foundation of California, there is $56,000 worth of scholarships available to
COSMOS alum who will be enrolled as full-time students at a four-year college or university
in the Fall of 2008. Remember, it is opportunities like this one that make it so important to
keep your contact information up-to-date with the COSMOS staff. If we cannot contact you,
you may miss out on a fantastic opportunity!
PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship Program Phi Delta Kappa (Fresno Chapter 0110) is
offering scholarships to high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in education.
Applications are due on February 1, 2008. To request an application, please email Kristen
Rose at: klr36@cvip.net
California Wine Grape Growers Foundation Scholarships If you are a senior whose parents(s)
or legal guardian(s) are vineyard employees of a California wine grape grower, consider
applying for a scholarship at: www.cawg.org/cwggf
Some UC Campuses are Still Accepting Applications Although the priority filing period for fall
2008 has closed, UC Merced and UC Riverside are still accepting applications to some
programs and majors.
Comments? Something to put in the bulletin?
Email to sg061@csufresno.edu
University High School Bulletin for Wednesday, December 12, 2007
. New Items [1-15]
Peer Mentors Meet Wednesday in room #18. Attention Peer Mentors: 12:00 noon gathering
(or as soon as you can get there) TODAY(Wednesday, December 12, 2007) will be in room
#18. Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches will be provided. Please bring a drink if you like. See
you there. Ms. Hill and Mr. Johnson.
Wicked Bus Fee due
Attention Wicked ticket holders! Less than half of you have paid your bus fee to go to
Hollywood. The due date is this Friday, Dec. 14. Please bring it to Mr. Benlsay before school
or after 2:00 p.m. during the next two days.
Class Competition Soccer Tournament
Today one game at 12:20- Senior Boys vs. Freshmen Boys, for Third place. Tomorrow two
games- Game 1 at 12:15 Senior Girls vs. Junior Girls for 1st and 2nd. Game 2 at 12:30 Junior
Boys vs. Sophomore Boys for 1st and 2nd.
SAT Question of the Day The answer is (D).
Class Ring Pick up Tomorrow
Anyone that ordered a class ring can pick them up Thursday beginning at noon in room 18.
Please, remember to bring your final payment. Any senior that did not have a chance to order
their caps and gowns can also get that done with Graduate Services at this time.
. Student Recognition [16-20]
CONGRATULATION to the following students who were accepted into the California All-State
Honor Choir. This is a BIG honor for these singers and for our school. They will be
participating in March.
Taylor Ashlock
Meghan Jensen
Katharine McGregor
Burke Rea
Congratulations Math Team Congratulations to Zach Bernel, Kevin Chen, Stephen Gedert,
Vitaliy Goncharenko, Dhiraj Holden, David Matsushita, Roman Sook, Darren Sue, and Tiffany
Yu for having the top scores California Math League CAML Test where 32 UHS students
participated. Congratulations to all participants of Math Team! We are currently in first
place...Clovis West is in 2nd place! Keep working hard so we can maintain our first place
position!
. Parent Notices [21-40]
PHOENIX ALLIANCE Meeting
A Phoenix Alliance Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 13 at 7:00 P.M. in Room
18. All are welcome! Parking will be relaxed in Lots C & D. Questions? Contact Kathleen
McKinley, kmckinley@csufresno.edu
. General Announcements [41-60]
Finals Schedule
The final schedule for the fall semester will be the following:
Tuesday
Per. 1 8:30-10:00
Per. 2 10:30-12:00
Wednesday
Per. 3 8:30-10:00
Per. 4 10:30-12:00
Thursday
Per. 6 8:30-10:00
Per. 7 10:30-12:00
If a college class final conflicts with a UHS final, students are responsible for notifying the
UHS teacher and rescheduling their final for the afternoon.
WINTER CONCERT TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Winter Concert Tickets are on sale in the UHS
Office at lunchtime and after school. $5.00 each - come and get yours while they last! PLEASE
PAY BY CHECK IF POSSIBLE. Thank you! Concerts are:
Tuesday, Dec. 11, All Choirs, Shrine of St. Therese, 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Dec. 12, Show Choir & Jazz Band, 7:00 PM, CSUF Concert Hall
Friday, Dec. 14, Concert Band & Wind Ensemble, CSUF Concert Hall, 7:30 PM
Saturday, Dec. 15, Sting Ensemble, Symphonic Band, & Orchestra, CSUF Concert Hall, 3:30 PM
UHS Service Club: Coat and Diaper Drive Please bring in new boxes of disposable diapers of
all sizes, to be donated to the Holy Cross Women's Shelter. The diapers can be brought to
your English classroom. Also, please bring in new or slightly used coats, jackets, or sweaters
to your Enlgish classroom. These will be donated to the San Joaquin "Holiday Coat Drive". All
donations are due by December 14th. 3 Spirit Points will be awarded for each coat, and 5 for
each box of diapers brought in!!!
Stanford Medical Youth Science Program
The Stanford Medical Youth Science Program is looking for economically disadvantaged and
under-resourced sophomore and junior high school students who are academically oriented,
mature and inquisitive, interested in medicine-and health-related careers, and will likely be
the first in their family to attand a college or university. Applications are due by February
15th and can be found online at: http://smysp.stanford.edu
ORDER THE MAGIC OF THE ARTS DVD! $20 EACH!
Order forms are available in the UHS office for two DVD's: 1) MAGIC OF THE ARTS LIVE AT
THE SAROYAN 2) Photo slide montage shot by Paul Slocombe
Payment must be included with the order. Checks should be made out to Phoenix Alliance.
ORDER DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12! Questions? Contact Kathleen McKinley at
kmckinley@csufreno.edu.
. Clubs [61-80]
Service Club meeting Wednesday There will be a service club meeting in Mrs. Hill's room #14
Wednesday from 12:15-12:45. See you there. Mrs. Hill and Mrs. Downer.
. College Info [121-140]
National Portfolio Day Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college
representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share
information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day,
see the schedule below:
10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)
01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)
01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)
Wal Mart Community Scholarship The 2008 Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship is available
through: www.walmartfoundation.org. The deadline for entry is January 14, 2008. The
COMMUNITY scholarship is a non-renewable $1000 award for the first year of
undergraduate study. To qualify, a student must be a graduating high school senior and may
not be a Wal Mart or Sam's Clun associate, or the child oor legal dependent of a Wal Mart or
Sam's Club associate.
. Scholarship Info [141-160]
Burger King Scholars Program Burger King is offering approximately 700 $1000 scholarships
to graduating seniors who maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of 2.5 or higher; work part-time an
average of 15 hours per week; are actively involved in community service activities;
demonstrate financial need; and plan to enroll in an accredited two or four-year college. To
apply, go to: www.bk.com/scholars
11th Grade "The Grapes of Wrath" Multi-Media Scholarship Contest Studens may depict any
aspect of "The Grapes of Wrath" using any media they wish - video, live action, sculpture,
painting, writing, photos, prints. etc. The first-place prize is a $2500 scholarship; the
second-place prize is a $1500 scholarship; and the third-place prize is a $1000 scholarship.
For more information, contact Lori Herington at: Lori_Herington@cable.comcast.com
The California Association of Collectors Educational Scholarship Foundation Scho The
California Association of Collectors is thrilled to announce a scholarship opportunity for
Califonia high school seniors. The scholarship is based on a one-page application and a
three to four page essay on the "Importance of Establishing and Maintaining Good Credit
During your College Years."For more information, visit: www.cacesf.org
eQuality Scholarship Several $5000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school
seniors (in Northern and Central California) who have dedicated their time to help the
lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. For more information, visit:
www.allyaction.org/scholarship
Scholarship for UCSC COSMOS Alum An excellent opportunity has arisen for UC Santa Cruz
COSMOS alumni who are high school seniors this year! Thanks to a donation from The
College Access Foundation of California, there is $56,000 worth of scholarships available to
COSMOS alum who will be enrolled as full-time students at a four-year college or university
in the Fall of 2008. Remember, it is opportunities like this one that make it so important to
keep your contact information up-to-date with the COSMOS staff. If we cannot contact you,
you may miss out on a fantastic opportunity!
PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship Program Phi Delta Kappa (Fresno Chapter 0110) is
offering scholarships to high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in education.
Applications are due on February 1, 2008. To request an application, please email Kristen
Rose at: klr36@cvip.net
California Wine Grape Growers Foundation Scholarships If you are a senior whose parents(s)
or legal guardian(s) are vineyard employees of a California wine grape grower, consider
applying for a scholarship at: www.cawg.org/cwggf
Some UC Campuses are Still Accepting Applications Although the priority filing period for fall
2008 has closed, UC Merced and UC Riverside are still accepting applications to some
programs and majors.
Comments? Something to put in the bulletin?
Email to sg061@csufresno.edu
University High School Bulletin for Tuesday, December 11, 2007
. New Items [1-15]
Finals Schedule
The final schedule for the fall semester will be the following:
Tuesday
Per. 1 8:30-10:00
Per. 2 10:30-12:00
Wednesday
Per. 3 8:30-10:00
Per. 4 10:30-12:00
Thursday
Per. 6 8:30-10:00
Per. 7 10:30-12:00
If a college class final conflicts with a UHS final, students are responsible for notifying the
UHS teacher and rescheduling their final for the afternoon.
SAT Question of the Day The answer is (C).
. Student Recognition [16-20]
CONGRATULATION to the following students who were accepted into the California All-State
Honor Choir. This is a BIG honor for these singers and for our school. They will be
participating in March.
Taylor Ashlock
Meghan Jensen
Katharine McGregor
Burke Rea
. General Announcements [41-60]
WINTER CONCERT TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Winter Concert Tickets are on sale in the UHS
Office at lunchtime and after school. $5.00 each - come and get yours while they last! PLEASE
PAY BY CHECK IF POSSIBLE. Thank you! Concerts are:
Tuesday, Dec. 11, All Choirs, Shrine of St. Therese, 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Dec. 12, Show Choir & Jazz Band, 7:00 PM, CSUF Concert Hall
Friday, Dec. 14, Concert Band & Wind Ensemble, CSUF Concert Hall, 7:30 PM
Saturday, Dec. 15, Sting Ensemble, Symphonic Band, & Orchestra, CSUF Concert Hall, 3:30 PM
Stanford Medical Youth Science Program
The Stanford Medical Youth Science Program is looking for economically disadvantaged and
under-resourced sophomore and junior high school students who are academically oriented,
mature and inquisitive, interested in medicine-and health-related careers, and will likely be
the first in their family to attand a college or university. Applications are due by February
15th and can be found online at: http://smysp.stanford.edu
ORDER THE MAGIC OF THE ARTS DVD! $20 EACH!
Order forms are available in the UHS office for two DVD's: 1) MAGIC OF THE ARTS LIVE AT
THE SAROYAN 2) Photo slide montage shot by Paul Slocombe
Payment must be included with the order. Checks should be made out to Phoenix Alliance.
ORDER DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12! Questions? Contact Kathleen McKinley at
kmckinley@csufreno.edu.
. Clubs [61-80]
Math Team Mandatory Meeting There is a California Math League Competition on Tuesday,
December 11 at 12:15pm in Ms. Sanbongi's room. Do not forget a calculator and DON'T BE
LATE!
. Student Activities [81-100]
JUNIORS - NEED YOUR PHOTOS TAKEN The following juniors please come to Room 7
(Bennett) at lunch on Thursday to have your photos taken for yearbook: Roxanne Arias, Dallin
Crane, Brett Felts, Becca Miller, Sahra Kasmarek, Nick Christensen, Dyllan Coelho, Joel
Newlyn, Farrah, Omeid, Halley, Devan, Rianna, Annika, Jiro,Diego, Amanda Bruce, and Zach
Kissinger. Please be there. Thank you.
. College Info [121-140]
National Portfolio Day Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college
representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share
information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day,
see the schedule below:
10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)
01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)
01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)
Wal Mart Community Scholarship The 2008 Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship is available
through: www.walmartfoundation.org. The deadline for entry is January 14, 2008. The
COMMUNITY scholarship is a non-renewable $1000 award for the first year of
undergraduate study. To qualify, a student must be a graduating high school senior and may
not be a Wal Mart or Sam's Clun associate, or the child oor legal dependent of a Wal Mart or
Sam's Club associate.
. Scholarship Info [141-160]
Burger King Scholars Program Burger King is offering approximately 700 $1000 scholarships
to graduating seniors who maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of 2.5 or higher; work part-time an
average of 15 hours per week; are actively involved in community service activities;
demonstrate financial need; and plan to enroll in an accredited two or four-year college. To
apply, go to: www.bk.com/scholars
11th Grade "The Grapes of Wrath" Multi-Media Scholarship Contest Studens may depict any
aspect of "The Grapes of Wrath" using any media they wish - video, live action, sculpture,
painting, writing, photos, prints. etc. The first-place prize is a $2500 scholarship; the
second-place prize is a $1500 scholarship; and the third-place prize is a $1000 scholarship.
For more information, contact Lori Herington at: Lori_Herington@cable.comcast.com
The California Association of Collectors Educational Scholarship Foundation Scho The
California Association of Collectors is thrilled to announce a scholarship opportunity for
Califonia high school seniors. The scholarship is based on a one-page application and a
three to four page essay on the "Importance of Establishing and Maintaining Good Credit
During your College Years."For more information, visit: www.cacesf.org
eQuality Scholarship Several $5000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school
seniors (in Northern and Central California) who have dedicated their time to help the
lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. For more information, visit:
www.allyaction.org/scholarship
Scholarship for UCSC COSMOS Alum An excellent opportunity has arisen for UC Santa Cruz
COSMOS alumni who are high school seniors this year! Thanks to a donation from The
College Access Foundation of California, there is $56,000 worth of scholarships available to
COSMOS alum who will be enrolled as full-time students at a four-year college or university
in the Fall of 2008. Remember, it is opportunities like this one that make it so important to
keep your contact information up-to-date with the COSMOS staff. If we cannot contact you,
you may miss out on a fantastic opportunity!
PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship Program Phi Delta Kappa (Fresno Chapter 0110) is
offering scholarships to high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in education.
Applications are due on February 1, 2008. To request an application, please email Kristen
Rose at: klr36@cvip.net
California Wine Grape Growers Foundation Scholarships If you are a senior whose parents(s)
or legal guardian(s) are vineyard employees of a California wine grape grower, consider
applying for a scholarship at: www.cawg.org/cwggf
Some UC Campuses are Still Accepting Applications Although the priority filing period for fall
2008 has closed, UC Merced and UC Riverside are still accepting applications to some
programs and majors.
Comments? Something to put in the bulletin?
Email to sg061@csufresno.edu
University High School Bulletin for Monday, December 10 , 2007
. New Items [1-15]
Finals Schedule
The final schedule for the fall semester will be the following:
Tuesday
Per. 1 8:30-10:00
Per. 2 10:30-12:00
Wednesday
Per. 3 8:30-10:00
Per. 4 10:30-12:00
Thursday
Per. 6 8:30-10:00
Per. 7 10:30-12:00
If a college class final conflicts with a UHS final, students are responsible for notifying the
UHS teacher and rescheduling their final for the afternoon.
SAT Question of the Day The answer is (E).
. Student Recognition [16-20]
CONGRATULATION to the following students who were accepted into the California All-State
Honor Choir. This is a BIG honor for these singers and for our school. They will be
participating in March.
Taylor Ashlock
Meghan Jensen
Katharine McGregor
Burke Rea
. General Announcements [41-60]
WINTER CONCERT TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Winter Concert Tickets are on sale in the UHS
Office at lunchtime and after school. $5.00 each - come and get yours while they last! PLEASE
PAY BY CHECK IF POSSIBLE. Thank you! Concerts are:
Tuesday, Dec. 11, All Choirs, Shrine of St. Therese, 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Dec. 12, Show Choir & Jazz Band, 7:00 PM, CSUF Concert Hall
Friday, Dec. 14, Concert Band & Wind Ensemble, CSUF Concert Hall, 7:30 PM
Saturday, Dec. 15, Sting Ensemble, Symphonic Band, & Orchestra, CSUF Concert Hall, 3:30 PM
Stanford Medical Youth Science Program
The Stanford Medical Youth Science Program is looking for economically disadvantaged and
under-resourced sophomore and junior high school students who are academically oriented,
mature and inquisitive, interested in medicine-and health-related careers, and will likely be
the first in their family to attand a college or university. Applications are due by February
15th and can be found online at: http://smysp.stanford.edu
ORDER THE MAGIC OF THE ARTS DVD! $20 EACH!
Order forms are available in the UHS office for two DVD's: 1) MAGIC OF THE ARTS LIVE AT
THE SAROYAN 2) Photo slide montage shot by Paul Slocombe
Payment must be included with the order. Checks should be made out to Phoenix Alliance.
ORDER DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12! Questions? Contact Kathleen McKinley at
kmckinley@csufreno.edu.
. Clubs [61-80]
Fees for Ski / Snowboard Elective Due Today
Fees for the Ski/Snowboard Winter Elective are due today. Starting Tuesday, we'll begin
calling people on the waiting list. Please see Mr. Roberts for dues or questions.
YEARBOOK MEETING Please come to Mrs. Bennett's room at lunch, Monday, if you are
involved in the underclassmen pages or any academic or faculty pages. If you are not sure,
please contact Mrs.Bennett ASAP. Thank you.
Math Team Mandatory Meeting There is a California Math League Competition on Tuesday,
December 11 at 12:15pm in Ms. Sanbongi's room. Do not forget a calculator and DON'T BE
LATE!
. College Info [121-140]
National Portfolio Day Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college
representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share
information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day,
see the schedule below:
10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)
01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)
01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)
Wal Mart Community Scholarship The 2008 Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship is available
through: www.walmartfoundation.org. The deadline for entry is January 14, 2008. The
COMMUNITY scholarship is a non-renewable $1000 award for the first year of
undergraduate study. To qualify, a student must be a graduating high school senior and may
not be a Wal Mart or Sam's Clun associate, or the child oor legal dependent of a Wal Mart or
Sam's Club associate.
. Scholarship Info [141-160]
Burger King Scholars Program Burger King is offering approximately 700 $1000 scholarships
to graduating seniors who maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of 2.5 or higher; work part-time an
average of 15 hours per week; are actively involved in community service activities;
demonstrate financial need; and plan to enroll in an accredited two or four-year college. To
apply, go to: www.bk.com/scholars
11th Grade "The Grapes of Wrath" Multi-Media Scholarship Contest Studens may depict any
aspect of "The Grapes of Wrath" using any media they wish - video, live action, sculpture,
painting, writing, photos, prints. etc. The first-place prize is a $2500 scholarship; the
second-place prize is a $1500 scholarship; and the third-place prize is a $1000 scholarship.
For more information, contact Lori Herington at: Lori_Herington@cable.comcast.com
The California Association of Collectors Educational Scholarship Foundation Scho The
California Association of Collectors is thrilled to announce a scholarship opportunity for
Califonia high school seniors. The scholarship is based on a one-page application and a
three to four page essay on the "Importance of Establishing and Maintaining Good Credit
During your College Years."For more information, visit: www.cacesf.org
eQuality Scholarship Several $5000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school
seniors (in Northern and Central California) who have dedicated their time to help the
lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. For more information, visit:
www.allyaction.org/scholarship
Scholarship for UCSC COSMOS Alum An excellent opportunity has arisen for UC Santa Cruz
COSMOS alumni who are high school seniors this year! Thanks to a donation from The
College Access Foundation of California, there is $56,000 worth of scholarships available to
COSMOS alum who will be enrolled as full-time students at a four-year college or university
in the Fall of 2008. Remember, it is opportunities like this one that make it so important to
keep your contact information up-to-date with the COSMOS staff. If we cannot contact you,
you may miss out on a fantastic opportunity!
PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship Program Phi Delta Kappa (Fresno Chapter 0110) is
offering scholarships to high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in education.
Applications are due on February 1, 2008. To request an application, please email Kristen
Rose at: klr36@cvip.net
California Wine Grape Growers Foundation Scholarships If you are a senior whose parents(s)
or legal guardian(s) are vineyard employees of a California wine grape grower, consider
applying for a scholarship at: www.cawg.org/cwggf
Some UC Campuses are Still Accepting Applications Although the priority filing period for fall
2008 has closed, UC Merced and UC Riverside are still accepting applications to some
programs and majors.
Comments? Something to put in the bulletin?
Email to sg061@csufresno.edu
University High School Bulletin for Friday, December 7, 2007
. New Items [1-15]
SAT Question of the Day The answer is (B).
. General Announcements [41-60]
WINTER CONCERT TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Winter Concert Tickets are on sale in the UHS
Office at lunchtime and after school. $5.00 each - come and get yours while they last! PLEASE
PAY BY CHECK IF POSSIBLE. Thank you! Concerts are:
Tuesday, Dec. 11, All Choirs, Shrine of St. Therese, 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Dec. 12, Show Choir & Jazz Band, 7:00 PM, CSUF Concert Hall
Friday, Dec. 14, Concert Band & Wind Ensemble, CSUF Concert Hall, 7:30 PM
Saturday, Dec. 15, Sting Ensemble, Symphonic Band, & Orchestra, CSUF Concert Hall, 3:30 PM
Class Rings to be delivered
If you ordered a class ring from graduate Services, they will be delivered next week.
Thursday, Dec. 13, at noon, Graduate Services will be here in room 18 for you to pick up
your rings. Seniors that missed the previous date for ordering Cap and Gowns this will also
be a time for you to get those ordered. He will be until 1 p.m.
Stanford Medical Youth Science Program
The Stanford Medical Youth Science Program is looking for economically disadvantaged and
under-resourced sophomore and junior high school students who are academically oriented,
mature and inquisitive, interested in medicine-and health-related careers, and will likely be
the first in their family to attand a college or university. Applications are due by February
15th and can be found online at: http://smysp.stanford.edu
ORDER THE MAGIC OF THE ARTS DVD! $20 EACH!
Order forms are available in the UHS office for two DVD's: 1) MAGIC OF THE ARTS LIVE AT
THE SAROYAN 2) Photo slide montage shot by Paul Slocombe
Payment must be included with the order. Checks should be made out to Phoenix Alliance.
ORDER DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12! Questions? Contact Kathleen McKinley at
kmckinley@csufreno.edu.
Wicked Bus Fee due
Please bring your bus fee and permission slips to Mr. Benslay. I need your fees and parental
permission by lunch time on Dec. 14. If you need to sell your ticket to someone else wanting
to go also let me know who the new person is so I can get them all of the paperwork.
Santa Grams
Please help support the Junior class and buy Santa Grams at lunch from December 5 to
December 18. The sales table will be set up by the Choir Room. Send your friends a gram to
let them know you appreciate them.
Soccer/Weight Lifting Class
All students signed up for the Soccer/Weightlifting class need to have the $25 fee to Mr.
Benslay by Monday Dec. 17 12:00 p.m. If it is not paid before break you may be assigned to
a new class.
College Latin I or II tutor Harrison Williams is a senior at Fresno State in the Classics program
and is available as a Latin tutor. You can contact him at Harrison.Williams@evercor.com.
. Clubs [61-80]
Destination Imagination Team Registration To register for the Destination Imagination
tournament, Dr. Gettman will need information from each of the teams: 1) Team Name 2)
Challenge your team will be doing 3) Team manager name, phone number and e-mail
address. The team manager is not a team member. 4) The names of the team members, plus
the e-mail address of one of the team members to send information to. I'll need all of the
information as soon as possible. You can give me the information during lunch or after
school in Room 15.
Pick up Ski / Snowboard Forms
While Mr. Hagen and I are very excited about the ski / snowboard elective a good deal of
paperwork needs to be completed in advance. Praemonitus, praemunitus!
Students who have not picked up the ski / snowboard forms and met with Mr. Roberts by
Friday, Dec 7, will be dropped from the elective and replaced with students now on the
waiting list.
The forms and payment are due Monday, December 10. After this date, slots reserved for
registered students will be made available to those students now on the waiting list.
Please see Mr. Roberts for questions.
YEARBOOK MEETING Please come to Mrs. Bennett's room at lunch, Monday, if you are
involved in the underclassmen pages or any academic or faculty pages. If you are not sure,
please contact Mrs.Bennett ASAP. Thank you.
. College Info [121-140]
National Portfolio Day Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college
representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share
information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day,
see the schedule below:
10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)
01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)
01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)
Wal Mart Community Scholarship The 2008 Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship is available
through: www.walmartfoundation.org. The deadline for entry is January 14, 2008. The
COMMUNITY scholarship is a non-renewable $1000 award for the first year of
undergraduate study. To qualify, a student must be a graduating high school senior and may
not be a Wal Mart or Sam's Clun associate, or the child oor legal dependent of a Wal Mart or
Sam's Club associate.
. Scholarship Info [141-160]
Burger King Scholars Program Burger King is offering approximately 700 $1000 scholarships
to graduating seniors who maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of 2.5 or higher; work part-time an
average of 15 hours per week; are actively involved in community service activities;
demonstrate financial need; and plan to enroll in an accredited two or four-year college. To
apply, go to: www.bk.com/scholars
11th Grade "The Grapes of Wrath" Multi-Media Scholarship Contest Studens may depict any
aspect of "The Grapes of Wrath" using any media they wish - video, live action, sculpture,
painting, writing, photos, prints. etc. The first-place prize is a $2500 scholarship; the
second-place prize is a $1500 scholarship; and the third-place prize is a $1000 scholarship.
For more information, contact Lori Herington at: Lori_Herington@cable.comcast.com
The California Association of Collectors Educational Scholarship Foundation Scho The
California Association of Collectors is thrilled to announce a scholarship opportunity for
Califonia high school seniors. The scholarship is based on a one-page application and a
three to four page essay on the "Importance of Establishing and Maintaining Good Credit
During your College Years."For more information, visit: www.cacesf.org
eQuality Scholarship Several $5000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school
seniors (in Northern and Central California) who have dedicated their time to help the
lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. For more information, visit:
www.allyaction.org/scholarship
Scholarship for UCSC COSMOS Alum An excellent opportunity has arisen for UC Santa Cruz
COSMOS alumni who are high school seniors this year! Thanks to a donation from The
College Access Foundation of California, there is $56,000 worth of scholarships available to
COSMOS alum who will be enrolled as full-time students at a four-year college or university
in the Fall of 2008. Remember, it is opportunities like this one that make it so important to
keep your contact information up-to-date with the COSMOS staff. If we cannot contact you,
you may miss out on a fantastic opportunity!
PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship Program Phi Delta Kappa (Fresno Chapter 0110) is
offering scholarships to high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in education.
Applications are due on February 1, 2008. To request an application, please email Kristen
Rose at: klr36@cvip.net
California Wine Grape Growers Foundation Scholarships If you are a senior whose parents(s)
or legal guardian(s) are vineyard employees of a California wine grape grower, consider
applying for a scholarship at: www.cawg.org/cwggf
Comments? Something to put in the bulletin?
Email to sg061@csufresno.edu
University High School Bulletin for Thursday, December 6 , 2007
. New Items [1-15]
ORDER THE MAGIC OF THE ARTS DVD! $20 EACH!
Order forms are available in the UHS office for two DVD's: 1) MAGIC OF THE ARTS LIVE AT
THE SAROYAN 2) Photo slide montage shot by Paul Slocombe
Payment must be included with the order. Checks should be made out to Phoenix Alliance.
ORDER DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12! Questions? Contact Kathleen McKinley at
kmckinley@csufreno.edu.
ASB Officers
All ASB officers need to see Mr. Benslay today or Thursday morning. Leah, Omeid, Tiffany,
Jasmine, and Harpreet, Mr. Benslay needs to see all of you, to arrange for the Board Meeting.
The volunteer reps going to the meeting also need to see Mr. Benslay too.
SAT Question of the Day The answer is (C).
. General Announcements [41-60]
WINTER CONCERT TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Winter Concert Tickets are on sale in the UHS
Office at lunchtime and after school. $5.00 each - come and get yours while they last! PLEASE
PAY BY CHECK IF POSSIBLE. Thank you! Concerts are:
Tuesday, Dec. 11, All Choirs, Shrine of St. Therese, 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Dec. 12, Show Choir & Jazz Band, 7:00 PM, CSUF Concert Hall
Friday, Dec. 14, Concert Band & Wind Ensemble, CSUF Concert Hall, 7:30 PM
Saturday, Dec. 15, Sting Ensemble, Symphonic Band, & Orchestra, CSUF Concert Hall, 3:30 PM
Class Rings to be delivered
If you ordered a class ring from graduate Services, they will be delivered next week.
Thursday, Dec. 13, at noon, Graduate Services will be here in room 18 for you to pick up
your rings. Seniors that missed the previous date for ordering Cap and Gowns this will also
be a time for you to get those ordered. He will be until 1 p.m.
Stanford Medical Youth Science Program
The Stanford Medical Youth Science Program is looking for economically disadvantaged and
under-resourced sophomore and junior high school students who are academically oriented,
mature and inquisitive, interested in medicine-and health-related careers, and will likely be
the first in their family to attand a college or university. Applications are due by February
15th and can be found online at: http://smysp.stanford.edu
Wicked Bus Fee due
Please bring your bus fee and permission slips to Mr. Benslay. I need your fees and parental
permission by lunch time on Dec. 14. If you need to sell your ticket to someone else wanting
to go also let me know who the new person is so I can get them all of the paperwork.
Santa Grams
Please help support the Junior class and buy Santa Grams at lunch from December 5 to
December 18. The sales table will be set up by the Choir Room. Send your friends a gram to
let them know you appreciate them.
Soccer/Weight Lifting Class
All students signed up for the Soccer/Weightlifting class need to have the $25 fee to Mr.
Benslay by Monday Dec. 17 12:00 p.m. If it is not paid before break you may be assigned to
a new class.
Class competition Soccer Tournament
Latest update on rankings for the tournament. Freshmen- Girls:0, Boys:1, Soph.-Girls:1,
Boys:np, Junior- Girls:1, Boys:1, Senior- Girls:1, Boys:np.
Games this week: Game 1- Sen. Boys vs. Spoh. Boys, 12:15, Game 2- Soph. Girls vs. Junior
Girls, 12:35, Bye Senior Girls
Any freshman Girls still wanting to play, talk to Jasmine Leyro .
College Latin I or II tutor Harrison Williams is a senior at Fresno State in the Classics program
and is available as a Latin tutor. You can contact him at Harrison.Williams@evercor.com.
. Clubs [61-80]
Destination Imagination Team Registration To register for the Destination Imagination
tournament, Dr. Gettman will need information from each of the teams: 1) Team Name 2)
Challenge your team will be doing 3) Team manager name, phone number and e-mail
address. The team manager is not a team member. 4) The names of the team members, plus
the e-mail address of one of the team members to send information to. I'll need all of the
information as soon as possible. You can give me the information during lunch or after
school in Room 15.
Math Team T-Shirt Orders Attention Math Team: Please order your math team t-shirt by this
Friday, December 7, 2007. T-shirts are $15. Cash or Checks made out to UHS may be turned
in to Ms. Sanbongi's Room.
Pick up Ski / Snowboard Forms
While Mr. Hagen and I are very excited about the ski / snowboard elective a good deal of
paperwork needs to be completed in advance. Praemonitus, praemunitus!
Students who have not picked up the ski / snowboard forms and met with Mr. Roberts by
Friday, Dec 7, will be dropped from the elective and replaced with students now on the
waiting list.
The forms and payment are due Monday, December 10. After this date, slots reserved for
registered students will be made available to those students now on the waiting list.
Please see Mr. Roberts for questions.
YEARBOOK MEETING Please come to Mrs. Bennett's room at lunch, Monday, if you are
involved in the underclassmen pages or any academic or faculty pages. If you are not sure,
please contact Mrs.Bennett ASAP. Thank you.
. College Info [121-140]
National Portfolio Day Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college
representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share
information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day,
see the schedule below:
10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)
01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)
01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)
Wal Mart Community Scholarship The 2008 Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship is available
through: www.walmartfoundation.org. The deadline for entry is January 14, 2008. The
COMMUNITY scholarship is a non-renewable $1000 award for the first year of
undergraduate study. To qualify, a student must be a graduating high school senior and may
not be a Wal Mart or Sam's Clun associate, or the child oor legal dependent of a Wal Mart or
Sam's Club associate.
. Scholarship Info [141-160]
Burger King Scholars Program Burger King is offering approximately 700 $1000 scholarships
to graduating seniors who maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of 2.5 or higher; work part-time an
average of 15 hours per week; are actively involved in community service activities;
demonstrate financial need; and plan to enroll in an accredited two or four-year college. To
apply, go to: www.bk.com/scholars
11th Grade "The Grapes of Wrath" Multi-Media Scholarship Contest Studens may depict any
aspect of "The Grapes of Wrath" using any media they wish - video, live action, sculpture,
painting, writing, photos, prints. etc. The first-place prize is a $2500 scholarship; the
second-place prize is a $1500 scholarship; and the third-place prize is a $1000 scholarship.
For more information, contact Lori Herington at: Lori_Herington@cable.comcast.com
The California Association of Collectors Educational Scholarship Foundation Scho The
California Association of Collectors is thrilled to announce a scholarship opportunity for
Califonia high school seniors. The scholarship is based on a one-page application and a
three to four page essay on the "Importance of Establishing and Maintaining Good Credit
During your College Years."For more information, visit: www.cacesf.org
eQuality Scholarship Several $5000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school
seniors (in Northern and Central California) who have dedicated their time to help the
lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. For more information, visit:
www.allyaction.org/scholarship
Scholarship for UCSC COSMOS Alum An excellent opportunity has arisen for UC Santa Cruz
COSMOS alumni who are high school seniors this year! Thanks to a donation from The
College Access Foundation of California, there is $56,000 worth of scholarships available to
COSMOS alum who will be enrolled as full-time students at a four-year college or university
in the Fall of 2008. Remember, it is opportunities like this one that make it so important to
keep your contact information up-to-date with the COSMOS staff. If we cannot contact you,
you may miss out on a fantastic opportunity!
PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship Program Phi Delta Kappa (Fresno Chapter 0110) is
offering scholarships to high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in education.
Applications are due on February 1, 2008. To request an application, please email Kristen
Rose at: klr36@cvip.net
California Wine Grape Growers Foundation Scholarships If you are a senior whose parents(s)
or legal guardian(s) are vineyard employees of a California wine grape grower, consider
applying for a scholarship at: www.cawg.org/cwggf
Comments? Something to put in the bulletin?
Email to sg061@csufresno.edu
University High School Bulletin for Tuesday, December 4, 2007
. New Items [1-15]
Class Rings to be delivered
If you ordered a class ring from graduate Services, they will be delivered next week.
Thursday, Dec. 13, at noon, Graduate Services will be here in room 18 for you to pick up
your rings. Seniors that missed the previous date for ordering Cap and Gowns this will also
be a time for you to get those ordered. He will be until 1 p.m.
SAT Question of the Day The answer is (B).
Santa Grams
Please help support the Junior class and buy Santa Grams at lunch from December 5 to
December 18. The sales table will be set up by the Choir Room. Send your friends a gram to
let them know you appreciate them.
Soccer/Weight Lifting Class
All students signed up for the Soccer/Weightlifting class need to have the $25 fee to Mr.
Benslay by Monday Dec. 17 12:00 p.m. If it is not paid before break you may be assigned to
a new class.
Class competition Soccer Tournament
Latest update on rankings for the tournament. Freshmen- Girls:0, Boys:1, Soph.-Girls:1,
Boys:np, Junior- Girls:1, Boys:1, Senior- Girls:1, Boys:np.
Games this week: Game 1- Sen. Boys vs. Spoh. Boys, 12:15, Game 2- Soph. Girls vs. Junior
Girls, 12:35, Bye Senior Girls
Any freshman Girls still wanting to play, talk to Jasmine Leyro .
Wicked Bus Fee due
Please bring your bus fee and permission slips to Mr. Benslay. I need your fees and parental
permission by lunch time on Dec. 14. If you need to sell your ticket to someone else wanting
to go also let me know who the new person is so I can get them all of the paperwork.
College Latin I or II tutor Harrison Williams is a senior at Fresno State in the Classics program
and is available as a Latin tutor. You can contact him at Harrison.Williams@evercor.com.
. General Announcements [41-60]
WINTER CONCERT TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Winter Concert Tickets are on sale in the UHS
Office at lunchtime and after school. $5.00 each - come and get yours while they last! PLEASE
PAY BY CHECK IF POSSIBLE. Thank you! Concerts are:
Tuesday, Dec. 11, All Choirs, Shrine of St. Therese, 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Dec. 12, Show Choir & Jazz Band, 7:00 PM, CSUF Concert Hall
Friday, Dec. 14, Concert Band & Wind Ensemble, CSUF Concert Hall, 7:30 PM
Saturday, Dec. 15, Sting Ensemble, Symphonic Band, & Orchestra, CSUF Concert Hall, 3:30 PM
. Clubs [61-80]
Destination Imagination Team Registration To register for the Destination Imagination
tournament, Dr. Gettman will need information from each of the teams: 1) Team Name 2)
Challenge your team will be doing 3) Team manager name, phone number and e-mail
address. The team manager is not a team member. 4) The names of the team members, plus
the e-mail address of one of the team members to send information to. I'll need all of the
information as soon as possible. You can give me the information during lunch or after
school in Room 15.
Math Team T-Shirt Orders Attention Math Team: Please order your math team t-shirt by this
Friday, December 7, 2007. T-shirts are $15. Cash or Checks made out to UHS may be turned
in to Ms. Sanbongi's Room.
Pick up Ski / Snowboard Forms
While Mr. Hagen and I are very excited about the ski / snowboard elective a good deal of
paperwork needs to be completed in advance. Praemonitus, praemunitus!
Students who have not picked up the ski / snowboard forms and met with Mr. Roberts by
Friday, Dec 7, will be dropped from the elective and replaced with students now on the
waiting list.
The forms and payment are due Monday, December 10. After this date, slots reserved for
registered students will be made available to those students now on the waiting list.
Please see Mr. Roberts for questions.
. College Info [121-140]
National Portfolio Day Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college
representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share
information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day,
see the schedule below:
10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)
01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)
01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)
Wal Mart Community Scholarship The 2008 Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship is available
through: www.walmartfoundation.org. The deadline for entry is January 14, 2008. The
COMMUNITY scholarship is a non-renewable $1000 award for the first year of
undergraduate study. To qualify, a student must be a graduating high school senior and may
not be a Wal Mart or Sam's Clun associate, or the child oor legal dependent of a Wal Mart or
Sam's Club associate.
. Scholarship Info [141-160]
Burger King Scholars Program Burger King is offering approximately 700 $1000 scholarships
to graduating seniors who maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of 2.5 or higher; work part-time an
average of 15 hours per week; are actively involved in community service activities;
demonstrate financial need; and plan to enroll in an accredited two or four-year college. To
apply, go to: www.bk.com/scholars
11th Grade "The Grapes of Wrath" Multi-Media Scholarship Contest Studens may depict any
aspect of "The Grapes of Wrath" using any media they wish - video, live action, sculpture,
painting, writing, photos, prints. etc. The first-place prize is a $2500 scholarship; the
second-place prize is a $1500 scholarship; and the third-place prize is a $1000 scholarship.
For more information, contact Lori Herington at: Lori_Herington@cable.comcast.com
The California Association of Collectors Educational Scholarship Foundation Scho The
California Association of Collectors is thrilled to announce a scholarship opportunity for
Califonia high school seniors. The scholarship is based on a one-page application and a
three to four page essay on the "Importance of Establishing and Maintaining Good Credit
During your College Years."For more information, visit: www.cacesf.org
eQuality Scholarship Several $5000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school
seniors (in Northern and Central California) who have dedicated their time to help the
lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. For more information, visit:
www.allyaction.org/scholarship
Scholarship for UCSC COSMOS Alum An excellent opportunity has arisen for UC Santa Cruz
COSMOS alumni who are high school seniors this year! Thanks to a donation from The
College Access Foundation of California, there is $56,000 worth of scholarships available to
COSMOS alum who will be enrolled as full-time students at a four-year college or university
in the Fall of 2008. Remember, it is opportunities like this one that make it so important to
keep your contact information up-to-date with the COSMOS staff. If we cannot contact you,
you may miss out on a fantastic opportunity!
PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship Program Phi Delta Kappa (Fresno Chapter 0110) is
offering scholarships to high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in education.
Applications are due on February 1, 2008. To request an application, please email Kristen
Rose at: klr36@cvip.net
Comments? Something to put in the bulletin?
Email to sg061@csufresno.edu
University High School Bulletin for Monday, December 3, 2007
. New Items [1-15]
SAT Question of the Day The answer is (B).
College Latin I or II tutor Harrison Williams is a senior at Fresno State in the Classics program
and is available as a Latin tutor. You can contact him at Harrison.Williams@evercor.com.
. General Announcements [41-60]
Skateboards on Campus Attention Students: If you do not ride your skateboard to and/or
from school and are seen with a skateboard on campus, it will be confiscated. Please do not
bring skateboards to campus unless they are your only form of tranportation to and/or from
school.
WINTER CONCERT TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Winter Concert Tickets are on sale in the UHS
Office at lunchtime and after school. $5.00 each - come and get yours while they last! PLEASE
PAY BY CHECK IF POSSIBLE. Thank you! Concerts are:
Tuesday, Dec. 11, All Choirs, Shrine of St. Therese
Wednesday, Dec. 12, Show Choir & Jazz Band, CSUF Concert Hall
Friday, Dec. 14, Concert Band & Wind Ensemble, CSUF Concert Hall
Saturday, Dec. 15, Sting Ensemble, Symphonic Band, & Orchestra, CSUF Concert Hall
. Clubs [61-80]
Destination Imagination Team Registration To register for the Destination Imagination
tournament, Dr. Gettman will need information from each of the teams: 1) Team Name 2)
Challenge your team will be doing 3) Team manager name, phone number and e-mail
address. The team manager is not a team member. 4) The names of the team members, plus
the e-mail address of one of the team members to send information to. I'll need all of the
information as soon as possible. You can give me the information during lunch or after
school in Room 15.
YEARBOOK MEETING YEARBOOK STAFF MEMBERS - If you are involved with the Academic
pages, or any underclassmen pages (frosh, soph, or junior), then you need to come to Mrs.
Bennett's room on Monday for an important meeting. Your deadline is approaching and we
need pages done! Thank you.
Math Team T-Shirt Orders Attention Math Team: Please order your math team t-shirt by this
Friday, December 7, 2007. T-shirts are $15. Cash or Checks made out to UHS may be turned
in to Ms. Sanbongi's Room.
. College Info [121-140]
National Portfolio Day Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college
representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share
information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day,
see the schedule below:
10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)
01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)
01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)
Wal Mart Community Scholarship The 2008 Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship is available
through: www.walmartfoundation.org. The deadline for entry is January 14, 2008. The
COMMUNITY scholarship is a non-renewable $1000 award for the first year of
undergraduate study. To qualify, a student must be a graduating high school senior and may
not be a Wal Mart or Sam's Clun associate, or the child oor legal dependent of a Wal Mart or
Sam's Club associate.
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Burger King Scholars Program Burger King is offering approximately 700 $1000 scholarships
to graduating seniors who maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of 2.5 or higher; work part-time an
average of 15 hours per week; are actively involved in community service activities;
demonstrate financial need; and plan to enroll in an accredited two or four-year college. To
apply, go to: www.bk.com/scholars
11th Grade "The Grapes of Wrath" Multi-Media Scholarship Contest Studens may depict any
aspect of "The Grapes of Wrath" using any media they wish - video, live action, sculpture,
painting, writing, photos, prints. etc. The first-place prize is a $2500 scholarship; the
second-place prize is a $1500 scholarship; and the third-place prize is a $1000 scholarship.
For more information, contact Lori Herington at: Lori_Herington@cable.comcast.com
The California Association of Collectors Educational Scholarship Foundation Scho The
California Association of Collectors is thrilled to announce a scholarship opportunity for
Califonia high school seniors. The scholarship is based on a one-page application and a
three to four page essay on the "Importance of Establishing and Maintaining Good Credit
During your College Years."For more information, visit: www.cacesf.org
eQuality Scholarship Several $5000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school
seniors (in Northern and Central California) who have dedicated their time to help the
lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. For more information, visit:
www.allyaction.org/scholarship
Scholarship for UCSC COSMOS Alum An excellent opportunity has arisen for UC Santa Cruz
COSMOS alumni who are high school seniors this year! Thanks to a donation from The
College Access Foundation of California, there is $56,000 worth of scholarships available to
COSMOS alum who will be enrolled as full-time students at a four-year college or university
in the Fall of 2008. Remember, it is opportunities like this one that make it so important to
keep your contact information up-to-date with the COSMOS staff. If we cannot contact you,
you may miss out on a fantastic opportunity!
PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship Program Phi Delta Kappa (Fresno Chapter 0110) is
offering scholarships to high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in education.
Applications are due on February 1, 2008. To request an application, please email Kristen
Rose at: klr36@cvip.net
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