Birdville High School Announcements

Friday February 29th 2008

MARINES PULL-UP BAR DURING LUNCHES

The Marines will have their pull-up bar contest set up today during lunches for all students who want to participate.

CHEERLEADER/MASCOT TRYOUT INFORMATION

Are you interested in trying out for cheerleader or for Mo Hawk the mascot? All the information you need can be found on the BHS main webpage or the cheerleader webpage. Tryout packets will be due by March 14. We hope to see you at tryouts.

SENIORS DURING TAKS TEST NEXT WEDNESDAY

Next Wednesday, March 5th, the 9th, 10th, and 11th grades will be taking the ELA TAKS test.

Seniors do not have to report until 6th period on this as long as you are not re-testing for the Exit Level Test.

If there is any senior that needs to ride the bus to school that day, we need you to sign up with Mrs. Rippy in the C200 office in order for the Transportation Department to plan accordingly.

STOLEN ARTWORK

If anyone has any information about missing art work from outside the Art Labs in the hallway. Please see Coach Floyd or Mr. Wells if you have info.

CLINICAL ROTATIONS

Students interested in applying for the 2008-2009 Clinical Rotations class can pick up an application in room A307. You must be entering your junior or senior year to apply. Deadline for applications is March 14th.

MATH AND CALCULATOR TEAM

The math and calculator team will not have a practice meet this weekend. We will meet this coming Monday at 3:30 in Mrs. Martin’s room to cram for District

BIRDVILLE HOCKEY NEWS

The Birdville Hawks Hockey played in Duncanville last night and what a game.

Birdville Hawks Hockey defeated Grand Prairie / DeSoto 11 – 0, Yeah Hawks Hockey !

SENIOR SLIDE SHOW PICTURES

Senior Slide Show Pictures are due today!!! Please turn in your pics to Becky Steward, Channing Butler, Sam Smith, or to the following e-mail: slideshowpics08@yahoo.com

Thursday February 28^th 2008  

MARINES PULL-UP BAR DURING LUNCHES 

The Marines will have their pull-up bar contest set up this Friday, February 29^th during lunches for all students who want to participate.  

CHEERLEADER/MASCOT TRYOUT INFORMATION 

Are you interested in trying out for cheerleader or for Mo Hawk the mascot? All the information you need can be found on the BHS main webpage or the cheerleader webpage. Tryout packets will be due by March 14. We hope to see you at tryouts.   

SENIORS DURING TAKS TEST NEXT WEDNESDAY 

Next Wednesday, March 5^th,  the 9^th, 10^th, and 11^th grades will be taking the ELA TAKS test. Seniors do not have to report until 6^th period on this as long as you are not re-testing for the Exit Level Test.   If there is any senior that needs to ride the bus to school that day, we need you to sign up with Mrs. Rippy in the C200 office in order for the Transportation Department to plan accordingly.  

STOLEN ARTWORK 

If anyone has any information about missing art work from outside the Art Labs in the hallway.  Please see Coach Floyd or Mr. Wells if you have info.  

CLINICAL ROTATIONS 

Students interested in applying for the 2008-2009 Clinical Rotations class can pick up an application in room A307.  You must be entering your junior or senior year to apply.  Deadline for applications is March 14^th.  

ANNOUNCEMENT FROM MS. SCOTT 

The students that meet with Mr. Stovall and Ms. Scott last week in regard to their special project need to give me their pizza order today at lunch.  

INTERESTED IN STUCO FOR 2008-2009 SCHOOL YEAR? 

2008-2009 Student Council Officer Election packets are now available.  See Ms. Wilson (C402) or Mrs. Gomez (B201) for information.   

JUNIOR AND SENIOR PLANNING BOARDS 

REMINDER TO THE JUNIOR AND SENIOR PLANNING BOARDS:  WE WILL NOT BE GOING TO THE WORTHINGTON HOTEL THIS AFTERNOON.  YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN IT IS RESCHEDULED.  

GOLDEN MOTION AWARDS 

Last Saturday Golden Motion competed in the DFW Crowd Pleasers Competition at Fossil Ridge High School. They competed strongly and received top awards—— here they are: Line Officers Awards: Super Sweepstakes – They scored a 95 or higher in all 3 dances Most Outstanding Officer Group – They scored the highest average for all three dances Best in Class – 1^st place in Lyrical  Best in Class – 1^st place in Hip-Hop 2^nd Place in Jazz  Social Officers Award: Most Outstanding Social Officer Group 1^st place in Social Officer Category Team Awards: Super Sweepstakes – They scored a 95 or higher in all 3 dances Best in Class – 1^st place in Lyrical Best in Class – 1^st place in High Kick 2^nd place in Jazz 2^nd Runner up for Most Outstanding Team  Soloist Award: Emily Grose, a Sophomore line member, was chosen as a Solo Finalist; she was 1 of the 10 finalists chosen out of 51 entries!  Please congratulate these young ladies as they competed very well on Saturday!!!!!

Tuesday February 26^th 2008

GOLF NEWS

In the Arlington invitational yesterday, your Swinging Hawks golf team started the Spring season in style. The Birdville Girls placed second as a team with Tiffany Hambrick placing 4^th individually. Your Hawk Boys placed 3^rd with Kerry Davis taking First in the individual category. Stay tuned for more exciting coverage of the Swinging Hawks as we march to the District Championship.

CHEERLEADER/MASCOT TRYOUT INFORMATION

Are you interested in trying out for cheerleader or for Mo Hawk the mascot? All the information you need can be found on the BHS main webpage or the cheerleader webpage. Tryout packets will be due by March 14. We hope to see you at tryouts.

GYMNASTICS NEWS

Last Thursday at the Saginaw Invitational with over 100 gymnasts competing, the Hawks were led in the all-around by Robert Enriquez and Daniel Hughes.  Ryan Graf  won High bar.  Personal bests were also achieved by Evan Romrell, Zack Hughes and Christian Santiago.

Congratulations to these guys on their improvements thus far.

Our next meet will be the Keller Invitational on Feb 29^th at ASI Gymnastics.

HOCKEY NEWS

Birdville Hawks had another great hockey game last Thursday.

    Birdville Hawks Hockey team defeated Crowley 5 to 0.    

MARINES PULL-UP BAR DURING LUNCHES

The Marines will have their pull-up bar contest set up this Friday, February 29^th during lunches for all students who want to participate.

Friday February 22^nd 2008  

 MATH TEAM

Due to the upcoming Monday holiday, Math Team will not meet next week.  However, Math Team members need to see Mrs. Martin, sometime today, in regards to District Meet prep.  Thank you!  

MARINE PULL-UP BAR CONTEST 

The Marines will have their pull-up bar contest set up next Friday, February 29^th, during lunches for all students who want to participate.   

RAWKIN’ HAWKS 

All people interested in trying out for Rawkin Hawks – This is a reminder that applications are due by 3:30 this Friday to either Mr. Kern or Mr. Waldrip.  If you have any questions, please feel free to come by and ask.   

DANCE THIS FRIDAY! 

“A Night On The Town”
Date: February 22^nd, today at the FAAC
Time: 7 to 10pm
Casual Dress
Birdville High School students only
Tickets are $5 in advance, $10 at the door

SENIOR SLIDESHOW 

Seniors… it’s that time of year, turn in your pictures for the senior slideshow.  Give your pictures to Samantha Smith, Nurse Amy, Channing Butler, Rebecca Steward, or any of your STUCO Officers.  If you want to be in the slide show turn your pictures in by Feb. 29^th.

Thursday February 21^st 2008  

MATH TEAM 

Due to the upcoming Monday holiday, Math Team will not meet next week.  However, Math Team members need to see Mrs. Martin, sometime today, in regards to District Meet prep.  Thank you!  

MARINE PULL-UP BAR CONTEST 

The Marines will have their pull-up bar contest set up next Friday, February 29^th, during lunches for all students who want to participate.

RAWKIN’ HAWKS

Tuesday February 19^th2008 

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY 

Binion Elementary is giving a scholarship to a Birdville senior that attended Binion/Glenview Elementary.  Due date is April 28^th on the scholarship… see counseling office for details.   

RAWKIN HAWKS All people interested in trying out for Rawkin Hawks – This is a reminder that applications are due by 3:30 this Friday to either Mr. Kern or Mr. Waldrip.  If you have any questions, please feel free to come by and ask.   

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY 

If you would like to order a t-shirt, stop by Ms. Wilson’s room (C402) and add your name to the list.  No money is due now.  We will place the order next week.   

DANCE THIS FRIDAY! 

“A Night On The Town”Date: February 22^nd, Friday at the FAACTime: 7 to 10pmCasual DressBirdville High School students onlyTickets are $5 in advance, $10 at the door   

SENIOR SLIDESHOW 

Seniors… it’s that time of year, turn in your pictures for the senior slideshow.  Give your pictures to Samantha Smith, Nurse Amy, Channing Butler, Rebecca Steward, or any of your STUCO Officers.  If you want to be in the slide show turn your pictures in by Feb. 29^th.

BASEBALL FUNDRAISER

•         BASEBALL IS HAVING AN OPEN FUNDRAISER FOR ANYONE INTERESTED. •         CASH PRIZES •         SEE COACH HATCHER IF INTERESTED.

SCIENCE TAKS TUTORIALS

Juniors & Seniors: Meet with the Lunch Bunch in B401 2nd & 3rd lunches on Wednesdays! Hints, strategies, test taking skills and food… what a combination!!!  Ask your teacher or Mr. Ellis for a pass today!

BHS WINTERGUARD “BEST IN CLASS” AT REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP COMPETITION!

On February 16th, the Birdville Winterguard attended the Marching Auxilliaries – North Texas Regional Competition and received a Superior Rating with a score of 97, which qualified the group for the National Championships in Ft. Worth on March 29th.  The Winterguard received an Outstanding Choreography Award and earned Top Honors with the “Best in Class” Award.  Way to go High Flyers!

Monday February 18^th2008 

SCHOLARHIP OPPORTUNITY 

Binion Elementary is giving a scholarship to a Birdville senior that attended Binion/Glenview Elementary.  Due date is April 28^th on the scholarship… see counseling office for details.   

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY 

6 – 8 volunteers are needed to help with the Oak Crest Woman’s Club Pancake Breakfast on March 8^th.  Other March volunteer opportunities are posted outside C402.  Sign up today!  

MATH NEWS 

Congratulations to the BHS Calculus Bowl Team:  Kadin Norder, Meredith Shiflet, Gena Smith, Ty Borck, and Melinda White.  They placed 3^rd in preliminary rounds.  We are so proud of you! Also, there will be a Math Team meeting today at 3:30 in Mrs. (math) Martin’s room.  If you would like to compete at district, please plan to attend.   

ART NEWS 

This past weekend Art students competed in the VASE competition.  There are 20 students that are advancing to state in Houston.  The students that are going on to state are:  Heather Avary, Brent Bolt, Chelsea Cain, Cassidy Cope, Emma Haley, Brandi Johnson, Caitlyn Juarez, Melody Karsi, Syndi Levy, Shena Ly, Lauren North, Cameron Pybus, Carly Rastandeh, Alyssa Rawdon, Sarah Rollins, Alexander Seibel, Nicolas Stewart, Emiliano Tejada, Katie Waldrip, Nathan Woeber,  and Laura Young.  Congratulations and good luck at State!!!   

RAWKIN HAWKS 

All people interested in trying out for Rawkin Hawks – This is a reminder that applications are due by 3:30 this Friday to either Mr. Kern or Mr. Waldrip.  If you have any questions, please feel free to come by and ask.   

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY 

If you would like to order a t-shirt, stop by Ms. Wilson’s room (C402) and add your name to the list.  No money is due now.  We will place the order next week.   

DANCE THIS FRIDAY! 

“A Night On The Town”Date: February 22^nd, Friday at the FAACTime: 7 to 10pmCasual DressBirdville High School students onlyTickets are $5 in advance, $10 at the door   

SENIOR SLIDESHOW 

Seniors… it’s that time of year, turn in your pictures for the senior slideshow.  Give your pictures to Samantha Smith, Nurse Amy, Channing Butler, Rebecca Steward, or any of your STUCO Officers.  If you want to be in the slide show turn your pictures in by Feb. 29^th.

BASEBALL FUNDRAISER

•         BASEBALL IS HAVING AN OPEN FUNDRAISER FOR ANYONE INTERESTED. •         CASH PRIZES •         SEE COACH HATCHER IF INTERESTED.

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Thursday February 15^th2008 SENIOR SLIDESHOWSeniors… it’s that time of year… turn in your pictures for the senior slideshow.  Give your pictures to Nurse Amy, Samantha Smith, Channing Butler, Rebecca Steward or any of your STUCO officers.  If you want to be in the slideshow, turn your pictures in by Feb. 29th. DANCE“A Night On The Town”
Date: February 22nd, Friday at the FAAC
Time: 7 to 10pm
Casual Dress… Tickets are $5 in advance and $10 at the door.  Birdville HS students only allowed at this dance. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY MEMBERSIf you would like to order a t-shirt, stop by Ms. Wilson’s room (C402) and add your name to the list.  No money is due now.  We will place the order next week. BOYS SOCCERThe Boy’s soccer games today at Fossil Ridge have been moved to 4pm for the JV and 5:30pm for the Varsity. VOLLEY FESTReminder to all seniors:  Today is the Volley Fest Fundraiser at Will Rogers Coliseum.  We need all available seniors to come and help set up volleyball courts.  All proceeds go to decorations for prom.  The fun starts at 2pm, so come when you get out of school, and bring leather gloves.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14th, 2008

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY 

DANCE“A Night On The Town”Date: February 22nd, Friday at the FAACTime: 7 to 10pmCasual Dress… Tickets are $5 in advance and $10 at the door.  Birdville HS students only allowed at this dance.

NEEDLEWORK Needlework club will meet Thursday afternoon in C104 CHARACTER COUNTS CLUB The Character Counts Club has a mandatory meeting this week in the foyer for yearbook pictures after school on Thursday  at 3:30pm.  We will also be making a decision on our t-shirts. SENIOR SLIDESHOWSeniors… it’s that time of year… turn in your pictures for the senior slideshow.  Give your pictures to Nurse Amy, Samantha Smith, Channing Butler, Rebecca Steward or any of your STUCO officers.  If you want to be in the slideshow, turn your pictures in by Feb. 29th.CALCULUS BOWL

Wednesday February 13^th2008  SENIOR SLIDESHOWSeniors… it’s that time of year… turn in your pictures for the senior slideshow.  Give your pictures to Nurse Amy, Samantha Smith, Channing Butler, Rebecca Steward or any of your STUCO officers.  If you want to be in the slideshow, turn your pictures in by Feb. 29th. DANCE“A Night On The Town”Date: February 22nd, Friday at the FAACTime: 7 to 10pmCasual Dress… Tickets are $5 in advance and $10 at the door.  Birdville HS students only allowed at this dance.  ACADEMIC NEWS This past weekend 42 Birdville High School students competed in the Mansfield Legacy Invitational Academic Meet.  Birdville placed 6^th overall out of 41 schools and 2^nd among the 4A schools.  Total number of students entered for the competition was 1200!Competition results:Science – Sean Castillo 1^st and Kadin Norder 4^thLiterary Criticism – Miranda Cunningham 4^{thSpelling and Vocabulary – Amanda Roberts 4th} Team winners:Calculator Team – 1^st 4A SchoolsNumber Sense – 9^th and 10^th Grade Team place 2^ndScience Team placed 2^nd over all schools and lost by the team contest by 6 points (one question) Birdville High School Journalism Team won 1^st place overall for the 3^rd time this year!Congratulations to the BHS Academic Team Members and Sponsors.  CLINIC The clinic will be closed today during 7^th period, due to a district nurse’s meeting.   NEEDLEWORK Needlework club will meet Thursday afternoon in C104  DECA RAFFLE WINNER Congratulations to Kelsey Larson.  She is the winner of the DECA raffle for the Chili’s and Rave Gift cards.  Please see Mrs. Greco in the Marketing Lab to pick up your gift cards.  Thanks to all who participated.   CHARACTER COUNTS CLUB The Character Counts Club has a mandatory meeting this week in the foyer for yearbook pictures before and after school on Thursday-8am & 3:30pm.  We will also be making a decision on our t-shirts.