Friday, April 4th, 2008
FOOTBALL BANQUET
The Varsity football players (Seniors) that have not picked up their invitation to the football banquet need to come by the coach’s office and pick one up from Coach Basinger.
GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
All seniors who have a zero balance with Herff Jones may check with Mrs. Rippy in C200 for your announcements, but you must not owe any money. If you owe money, you must contact Herff Jones in Ft. Worth for payment and pick-up.
GOLDEN MOTION AUDITIONS
GOLDEN MOTION DRILL TEAM AUDITIONS ARE COMING SOON !! IF YOU HAVE A PASSION FOR DANCE, LOVE TO PERFORM, AND WANT TO BE A PART OF THIS AMAZING DANCE TEAM, STOP BY THE DANCE ROOM AND PICK UP A PACKET FROM MRS. HANSEN THIS WEEK BEFORE OR AFTER SCHOOL. THERE IS A MANDATORY MEETING FOR ALL PARENTS OF STUDENTS AUDITIONING ON APRIL 7TH AT 7:00PM. THE AUDITIONS WILL BE HELD APRIL 21ST- 24TH. IF YOU’VE EVER THOUGHT THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE A PART OF THIS TEAM – PLEASE COME AND TRY OUT!!! SEE MRS. HANSEN OR ANY GOLDEN MOTION DANCER FOR MORE INFORMATION.
PALS FOR NEXT YEAR
If you are interested in becoming a PAL there is still time. We have extended the deadline for packets until April 4th. PALs applications can be picked up and turned in to room 201B.
OPRAH’S BIG GIFT
We are still collecting plastic jars of peanut butter for Oprah’s Big Gift. Bring your donations to Ms. Wilson in C402.
FLOWER PICK-UP
If you orderd or sold flowers in the BHS French and Theatre flower fundraiser, please pick up your flowers for delivery this Saturday, April 5th from 12:00 noon until 2 PM. They will be in the parking lot at the front of BHS near the fine arts entry doors. Look for the flower trailer.
Thanks to all who supported the fundraiser by buying flowers!
MASCOT VOTING
Mascot voting for 2008-2009 is taking place today during all three lunches! Come by the cafeteria stage and vote!
Thursday, April 3rd, 2008
TRACK ANNOUNCEMENT
All boys and girls track athletes competing at the district track meet: There will be a meeting today at 3:45pm about the district track meet. Please do not miss it.
PALS
If you are interested in becoming a PAL there is still time. We have extended the deadline for packets until April 4th. PALs applications can be picked up and turned in to room 201B.
COUNSELING NEWS
Any student planning to attend Texas Tech needs to stop by and see their counselor ASAP. Also, ALL seniors: new local scholarships are arriving and they need to make time to come check them out before the deadlines are over. The challenge is on for the Class of ’08 to have MORE scholarships than last year’s seniors and they had over $4 million!!!
FLOWER ORDERS
If you orderd or sold flowers in the BHS French and Theatre flower fundraiser, please pick up your flowers for delivery this Saturday, April 5th from 12:00 noon until 2 PM. They will be in the parking lot at the front of BHS near the fine arts entry doors. Look for the flower trailer.
Thanks to all who supported the fundraiser by buying flowers!
HIGH ON LIFE
We will be hosting a coffee night in room B304 from 6 to 8pm on Tuesday, April 15th… everyone is welcome!!!
LADY HAWKS GOLF – DISTRICT TOURNAMENT
Say Congratulations to the Lady Swinging Hawks for winning for a third year in a row the Golf District Championship. That’s right, 3 years in a row. We call that a Dynasty were I come from. Congratulations go out to Tiffany Hambrick, Tori Martinez, Sloan McNulty, Rebecca Phariss and Abby Smith as these fine ladies move on to Regionals.
TENNIS
CONGRATULATIONS TO:
ANDREW BAREN & RYAN ZENOR – 1ST PLACE DISTRICT
MARGO HELEN BRANACH – 1ST PLACE DISTRICT
BROOKE BLAKESLEE & TORI BENNER – 2ND PLACE DISTRICT
THESE ATHLETES WILL BE COMPETING IN THE REGIONAL TENNIS TOURNAMENT APRIL 21-22.
SOFTBALL
COME WATCH THE LADY HAWK SOFTBALL TEAM BEAT SAGINAW ON FRIDAY AT 7PM. THE GAME IS HERE SO COME SUPPORT YOUR LADY HAWK SOFTBALL TEAM. ALSO, JV HAS A TOURNAMENT THIS WEEKEND… IT STARTS TODAY WITH A GAME AT HALTOM AT 5:30PM. THEIR TOURNAMENT CONTINUES THROUGH SATURDAY. IF YOU SEE ANY SOFTBALL GIRLS, WISH THEM LUCK ON THEIR GAME AND TOURNAMENT!
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2008
LADY HAWKS SOCCER – Season Wrap-Up
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE LADY HAWKS SOCCER TEAM ON A GREAT SEASON DESPITE A 1-0 LOSS THE STATES TOP RANKED RIDER RAIDERS.
THE LADIES FINISHED THE SEASON 23-3-5 INCLUDING 22 SHUTOUTS WHICH TIED THE NATIONAL RECORD SET BY PLANO SENIOR HIGH IN 1989.
COACH BROWN WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE LADIES FOR AN OUTSTANDING SEASON. THEIR PERSUIT OF EXCELLENCE HAS BEEN INSPIRING AND FOR THAT HE IS EXTREMELY PROUD OF ALL HIS GIRLS.
HE WOULD ALSO LIKE TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE LADY HAWKS HAD SEVERAL LADIES NAMED TO THE DISTRICT 5-4A ALL DISTRICT TEAM
ALL DISTRICT HONORIBLE MENTION
SARAH BARNARD
2ND TEAM
LAUREN LOWE
SIATTA MASSAQUOI
SHELBY EDWARDS
MADDI POTEET
1ST TEAM
BRITTANY TERRAZAS
HALLA ALI
SHELLY HOLT
MANDI ROAN
CO-FRESHMAN OF THE YEAR
CAITLYN CONAWAY
NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
LEXI STINSON
AND THE DISTRICT MVP
SHELBY HARTWECK
AGAIN CONGRATULATIONS ALL THESE YOUNG LADIES.
STUCO COUNCIL AND CLASS OFFICERS FOR 2008-2009:
Sophomores
President = Bonni Brown
Juniors
President = Meredith Jones
Vice President = Emily Grose
Secretary/Treasurer = Raylee Jayroe
Historian = Markita Edmonds
Seniors
President = Ethan Hutchins
Vice President (Communications) = Meredith Case
Vice President (Programs) = Rachel Parra
Secretary = Tyler Walker
Treasurer = Mary Shive
Executive Board
President = Kelsey Plunk
Vice President (Communications) = Jazzy Johnson
Vice President (Programs) = Klara Knypinksi
Vice President (Service Projects) = Taylor Dukes
Secretary/Treasurer = Maddie Serviente
Historian = Emily Pybus
There will be a meeting Wednesday (April 2) in Ms. Wilson’s room at 3:45pm.
BISD HOCKEY
Birdville beat Bishop Lynch last night 6 to 2.
The Hawks had 24 shots on goal, and Bishop Lynch had 28.
Birdville’s Josh Skinner had one goal, Karl Akerhielm had two goals, Garrett Noel had two goals, and Tristan Pierce had one goal.
These goals were assisted by Garrett Noel, Casey Savage, Chris Genberg, Josh Skinner, Aaron Skinner, Zach Ambrose, Charles Dawson, and Tyler Marion.
Birdville goalie Jonathan Ayala had 26 saves.
Their next game will be Thursday, April 3rd… time, location, and opponent are TBA.
ANNOUNCEMENT FROM COUNSELORS
Any student planning to attend Texas Tech needs to stop by and see their counselor ASAP. Also, ALL seniors…. new local scholarships are arriving and they need to make time to come check them out before the deadlines are over. The challenge is on for the Class of ’08 to have MORE scholarships than last year’s seniors and they had over $4 million!!!
FRIDAY, MARCH 28TH, 2008
GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
Wednesday, April 2—Graduation Announcements will be delivered during lunches.
Please check with Mrs. Carter in the Café’ suite or Mrs. Rippy in C200 for any balances due.
GRADUATION INFORMATION
On Monday March 31 you will be filling out graduation information through your Government/Economics classes. If for some reason, you do not fill out the info, please stop by C200. It is imperative we have this information for graduation pictures.
PROJECT CELEBRATION FUNDRAISER!
Eat at McAlister’s… Monday, March 31st, from 5 to 9pm. Say you’re from BHS and Project Celebration gets a % of your bill!
Enjoy a Silent Auction that will include items such as:
Texas Motor Speedway Pass
Six Flag’s Season Pass
NrH2O Season Pass
Jewelry
Purses
And various types of gift certificates!
GYMNASTICS
After the 1st day of District competition, the Lady Hawk Gymnastics team is in 2nd place. Senior Alicia Panek is in 3rd all around & 1st bars. The girls will compete their optional routines tonight at Saginaw High School at 6:00pm
The boys team is in 5th place after the 1st day and junior Ryan Graf is in 2nd all around, 1st floor & high bar. Boys will start competition at 5:00pm. Good luck to both teams tonight.
JV GIRLS SOCCER ANNOUNCEMENT
JV GIRLS SOCCER PLEASE REPORT TO ART LAB 1 FOR 7TH PER TODAY
Thursday, March 27th, 2008
STUDENT COUNCIL INFO
StuCo Officer Candidates need to check with Ms. Wilson today to make sure all paperwork is complete.
GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
Wednesday, April 2—Graduation Announcements will be delivered during lunches.
Please check with Mrs. Carter in the Café’ suite or Mrs. Rippy in C200 for any balances due.
ONE ACT PLAY
In the 4A District UIL one act play contest level on Tuesday, March 25, 2008, BHS Theatre competed against some stiff artistic competition with Fossil Ridge and Saginaw High Schools advancing to area level. While BHS did not advance, we received the following prestigious acting and tech awards:
Best Actor for UIL contest: Garrett Sullivan
All Star Cast: Jessica Taylor
Honorable Mention All Star Cast: Chloe Day
Honorable Mention All Star Cast: Brie Kelly
Most Outstanding Crew Member: Cassie Parsons
GRADUATION INFORMATION
On Monday March 31 you will be filling out graduation information through your Government/Economics classes. If for some reason, you do not fill out the info, please stop by C200. It is imperative we have this information for graduation pictures.
PROJECT CELEBRATION FUNDRAISER!
Eat at McAlister’s… Monday, March 31st, from 5 to 9pm. Say you’re from BHS and Project Celebration gets a % of your bill!
Enjoy a Silent Auction that will include items such as:
Texas Motor Speedway Pass
Six Flag’s Season Pass
NrH2O Season Pass
Jewelry
Purses
And various types of gift certificates!
Wednesday, March 26th, 2008
GOLF NEWS
During the break your Golfing Hawks were hard at work.
At the rain plagued Lost Creek Invitational your boys captured first place with first place individual honors of a Varsity tournament going to Freshman Taylor Henk and for the Ladies, Freshman Tori Martinez.
At the Birdville Classic this past Monday the Varsity boys placed 2nd with individual 3rd place honors going to Brady Tice and your golfing Lady Hawks won the tournament with 2nd place individual honors going to Tiffany Hambrick.
Wish these fine people luck as they move on to the District Championship beginning next week.
RAWKIN’ HAWK MEETING UPDATE
The Rawkin’ Hawk after school meeting for today has been moved to Thursday (tomorrow) due to Mr. Kern’s absence.
THEATRE PRODUCTION
BHS Theatre invites you to an evening of entertaining comedy and drama this Thursday, March 27th, starting at 6:45pm in the BHS Theatre. Admission is free to see 3 student directed comedies and one drama, directed by Mr. Williamson. Come see what the theatre students have been working on in and out of class and enjoy the entertainment free of charge!!!
PROM
Want to win $25,000 for prom? Just go to wintheultimateprom.com and vote for BHS once a day every day until March 31st. Tell all your friends and family to vote too, and the school with the most votes wins $25,000 for prom! Get to voting!!!
PROM AWARDS
Prom Awards voting will be in the cafeteria today and Thursday during lunches. If you have not received a scratch ballot (they were distributed in the Government or Economics classes), see Ms. Wilson in C402.
PTSA SCHOLARSHIPS
PTSA ScholarshipsAttention All Seniors You can apply for two scholarships with ONE APPLICATION! PTSA scholarship applications are available in the counselors’ office or on the PTSA website. Qualified applicants will be eligible for at least one of five scholarships awarded by the BHS PTSA and one given by the Birdville Council of PTAs. The Birdville Council scholarship recipient will also be considered for the Griggs Scholarship. The deadline for application is Thursday, April 10, 2008.
NEEDLEWORK CLUB
Needlework Club will meet after school in C104 Thursday afternoon. Even if you aren’t working on anything specific, stop by and say hello.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY MEMBERS
Volunteers are needed for MANY activities in the next few weeks, including the UIL District Academic Meet at BHS this Saturday. Please see the information posted outside C402.
OPRAH’s BIG GIFT
Help us collect plastic jars of peanut butter to give to hungry children as part of Oprah’s Big Gift. Bring your donations to Ms. Wilson in C402 by Friday, March 28!!!
Tuesday, March 25th, 2008
LADY HAWKS SOCCER – PLAYOFF NEWS!!!
Congratulations to the Lady Hawk Soccer Team for a hard fought 1-0 win vs Abilene Wylie last night.
Coach Brown and the team would like to thank all those who came out and supported the team.
HOCKEY NEWS
Hockey News……………. Birdville Hawks Hockey defeated Arlington Wild 5-3 in an overtime shootout 2-1.
Birdville Hawks Hockey are going to the Playoffs………….. stay tuned for more details.
VARSITY BASEBALL – GAME TIME CHANGE
The Birdville High School Varsity Baseball game scheduled for tonight March 25th at 7:30 has been rescheduled for a 5:00 start at Boswell High School. It has been moved up due to light issues.
PALS ANNOUNCEMENT
If you are a junior or sophomore interested in becoming a PAL next year, please come to Mrs. Gomez’ room 201B to pick up a packet. A Peer Assistance and Leadership informational meeting will be this Wednesday March 26th before and after school in room 201B.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY MEMBERS
Volunteers are needed for MANY activities in the next few weeks, including the UIL District Academic Meet at BHS this Saturday. Please see the information posted outside C402.
SENIORS
Prom Awards voting will be in the cafeteria Wednesday and Thursday during lunches. If you have not received a scratch ballot (they were distributed in the Government or Economics classes), see Ms. Wilson in C402.
STUDENT COUNCIL OFFICER CANDIDATES
Campaign speeches will be videotaped Wednesday afternoon at 3:30 in C402. If you have questions, see Ms. Wilson.
ONE ACT PLAY NEWS
BHS Theatre competed in the Zone level competition of UIL One Act Play Contest on Monday, March 17, 2008 and was one of two plays out of four to advance to the next level of competition, the District Level. Our “Flowers for Algernon” cast and crew received the following awards for their outstanding work: Most outstanding Crew member: Stevie CarpenterHonorable Mention All Star Cast: Chloe Day, Jordan CarpenterAll Star Cast: Jessica Taylor, Bethany NarvaezBest Actress: Brie KellyBest Actor: Garrett Sullivan The cast and crew competes again on Tuesday, March 25 on the UIL One Act Play District level at Saginaw High School. The plays are open to the public and will run from 2 pm – 6 pm with BHS expected to perform between 4 pm – 6pm. The other advancing play was from Brewer High School called, “All in Disguise.”
THEATRE ANNOUNCEMENT
BHS Theatre invites you to an evening of entertaining comedy and drama this Thursday, March 27 starting at 6:45 PM in the BHS theatre. Admission is free to see 3 student directed comedies and one drama, directed by Mr. Williamson. Come see what the theatre students have been working on in and out of class and enjoy the entertainment free of charge.
Tuesday, March 11th, 2008
Tuesday March 11th 2008
SCIENCE TAKS TUTORIALS
The Science TAKS Tutorials – Lunch Bunch will be meeting in B401 on Wednesday again this week! Come during second and third lunch!!!
BLOOD DRIVE
The Spring Blood Drive is tomorrow. It’s not too late to sign up in A307. Please remember to drink a lot of water and eat a good meal before donating. Bring your appointment slip and your driver’s license or student ID with you to the small gym at your appointment time.
CHEERLEADER/MASCOT TRYOUT INFO
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.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
Next meeting is Friday (March 14th) at 7:45am or 3:30pm in the Lecture Hall. Seniors, please be prepared to give stole orders, but money is not required at this time.
FASHION SHOW
If you are interested in attending the annual Prom Fashion Show on Friday, March 14th, here’s the information you need:
1. Tickets must be bought in advance this week during lunches. No tickets will be available at the door.
2. ID is required to purchase ticket.
3. ID is required to enter the show on Friday.
4. Freshmen & Sophomores will attend the 3rd period show.
5. Juniors & Seniors will attend the 4th period show.
6. Your 3rd or 4th period teacher has the final say on whether you may miss class on Friday, so check BEFORE you buy your ticket. All sales are final.
TRACK NEWS… NEW RECORD!!!
Please congratulate Tyler Adair on breaking the school record in Discus this weekend with a throw of 153’8”.
CHARACTER COUNTS CLUB
This Thursday the Character Counts Club will have a meeting before and after school in C202 at 8:00 and 3:30.
GOLDEN MOTION FUNDRAISER
Come support Golden Motion at Chick-fil-A on Thursday, March 13th. Get a form from a Golden Motion dancer, and turn it in to Chick-fil-A when you order! Help us raise money for the spring. Grab your friends and enjoy a delicious Chick-fil-A meal… we’ll see you there!!
Monday, March 10th, 2008
Monday March 10th 2008
BPA
Business Professionals of America attended their State Leadership Conference last week from Thursday-Saturday. The following students placed at State: Adam Parker—1st in State in C++ Programming as a National QualifierBrian Bain—2nd in State in Advanced Spreadsheet & Analysis as a National QualifierSteven Davidson—8th in State in Integrated Office Applications as a National Alternate Congratulations to all the students that attended. They were great representatives of Birdville High School. Adam and Brian are on their way to National competition in May.
COLORGUARD NEWS
Once again, the Birdville “High Flyers” Colorguard returns with a trophy and the honor of representing BHS. The BHS Colorguard competed at Bowie HS on Saturday, March 8th. After receiving 2 promotions to higher level categories, this was the first competition at the Scholastic AA level. The Colorguard performed their greatest show to date receiving Third Place overall and the First Place Score in Ensemble Excellence. This season has been filled with much hard work and dedication from the members of this team which includes Top rankings in every event/contest thus far.Jan. 19th Second Place (Regional A Class)Feb. 2nd First Place (Regional A Class) and Promoted to Scholastic AAA ClassificationFeb. 16th North Texas Regional Champion – Best in Class & Outstanding Choreography Award (Marching Auxiliaries of America)Feb. 22nd First Place (Scholastic AAA Class) and Promoted to Scholastic AA ClassificationMar. 8th Third Place (Scholastic AA Class)**The Birdville Colorguard Team invites everyone to their next competition, this Saturday March 15th, at Thomas Coliseum. Their performance will begin around 6:30pm. **March 29 & 30 Marching Auxiliaries National Championships (Ft. Worth Convention Center)** April 5 North Texas Colorguard Association Championships (South Grand Prairie HS)We thank all our friends, family and the BHS Administration for their continued support of this team.
SCIENCE TAKS TUTORIALS
The Science TAKS Tutorials – Lunch Bunch will be meeting in B401 on Wednesday again this week! Come during second and third lunch!!!
BLOOD DRIVE
The Spring Blood Drive is this Wednesday, March 12th in the small gym. You must be 17 years old to donate. You can donate using your school ID. Stop by room A 307 to make an appointment donate.
CHEERLEADER/MASCOT TRYOUT INFO
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.
OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD
Congratulations to Noah Buckelew and Whitney Gipson for being the recipient of the Outstanding Citizens Award for Birdville High School.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
Next meeting is Friday (March 14th) at 7:45am or 3:30pm in the Lecture Hall. Seniors, please be prepared to give stole orders, but money is not required at this time.
FASHION SHOW
If you are interested in attending the annual Prom Fashion Show on Friday, March 14th, here’s the information you need: 1. Tickets must be bought in advance this week during lunches. No tickets will be available at the door.2. ID is required to purchase ticket.3. ID is required to enter the show on Friday.4. Freshmen & Sophomores will attend the 3rd period show.5. Juniors & Seniors will attend the 4th period show.6. Your 3rd or 4th period teacher has the final say on whether you may miss class on Friday, so check BEFORE you buy your ticket. All sales are final.
Tuesday, March 4th, 2008
Tuesday March 4th 2008
SPECIAL OLYMPICS ANNOUNCEMENT
JoAnne Ferris, the coach of Birdville Special Olympics would like to thank Coach Hatcher, Coach Chaney, and the Birdville Hawks Baseball team for helping out with the annual Mini-meet. It was a big success because of your willingness to volunteer your time to help our athletes. They all had a great day! We would also like to recognize the BHS Special Olympics athletes on the great job they did at the meet. Those who participated were: Addison Moffeit, Matt Brinkley, Kristin Goode, Cherell Hale, Ryan Wagley, and Brianna Thomas. Great job!
TAFE
TAFE Members – If you are planning on attending the state leadership conference to be held in Frisco March 28th & 29th, you must attend the information meeting on Thursday, March 6th at 3:30pm or Friday, March 7th at 7:30am in Room A203. All permission forms, sign up sheets, lodging information and more will be distributed at the meeting. Be sure to make plans to attend. CHEERLEADER/MASCOT TRYOUTS
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 Friday at the Keller Invitational, the boys team took a season high 3rd place team finish. They were led by Ryan Graf who won the all-around, high bar and was second on vault and parallel bars. Strong performances were also turned in by Robert Enriquez, Daniel Hughes and Christian Santiago.This Friday the boys will compete against the Irving Schools at the Shannon Center at 6:30.Congratulate these boys on their hard work.
LUNCH BUNCH
There will be no LUNCH BUNCH this Wednesday, March 5th due to TAKS Testing.
RAWKIN’ HAWKS
All people trying out for Rawkin’ Hawks, please check the Rawkin’ Hawks website for your interview time.
ATTENDANCE VERIFICATION
Teachers… please look in your boxes for your attendance verifications. They are due back in the attendance office by 4pm Wednesday afternoon.
STUDENT COUNCIL INFO FOR 2008-2009
2008-2009 Student Council Officer Election packets are now available. See Ms. Wilson (C402) or Mrs. Gomez (B201) for information.
SENIORS – TAKS TEST INFO
Tomorrow, 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 day.
SENIOR PLANNING BOARD
SPB will have a fashion show meeting this Tuesday in Ms. Anderson’s room, B301, during 3rd lunch.
FASHION SHOW
Next week is the Annual Senior Fashion Show!!! Tickets will go on sale starting Monday during lunches. Tickets are $3. Please bring your money and plan to attend.
HIGH ON LIFE
High on Life has so many new changes for Spring 2008. There’s a new sponsor, new leadership, and new FUN. So come bring your ideas and see all the excitement on March 13th at 7:45am or 3:30pm in A207.
