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Dear Manual Families and Friends,

 

Proctors Needed for End of Year Testing - Due to the changes in our curriculum this year, Manual will be administering End of Year testing.  This will include US History, Algebra II, English II, and Biology.  The testing will be April 24th - 27th from 8am-11:30am.  For every 25 students there needs to be 1 proctor.  We need 10 parent volunteers per session.  All volunteers must attend a short training on April 23rd. Whether you are able to assist with one day or all four, please go to the attached link to volunteer: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4FA5AD2AAB9-manuals.  For additional information, please contact Kelly Higdon at Kelly....@Insightbb.com

 

 

Have a great week!!

 
 
 
 

Important Upcoming Dates:

 
Friday, May 4th  No School for Students
Friday, May 11th Senior Prom
Tuesday, May 22nd  No School (Primary Election)
Thursday, May 31st                               Senior Graduation - 9 AM Freedom Hall
 
 
 
 
 
 
Special Announcements:
 
Manual Volley Ball Team Fundraiser - Please help our Volleyball teams fundraiser at Buffalo Wild Wings!   10% will be donated from every check on Saturdays at four local BW3 locations from now until September 1.  All you have to do is present the ticket form with your check.  This also applies to gift cards purchased on Saturdays!  Please contact Pam Fasteen at pamfa...@bellsouth.net if you would like a form.
  
 
 
Attention Manual Parents (with computer skills) - A Manual alumni (1945) is requesting instruction regarding computer skills.  If you are able to help, please contact Mr. Joel Wheeler at (502) 722-0538.  Specifically he would like help with photo and movie software.
 

DuPont Manual Tervis Tumblers for sale!!!  - Need a graduation gift?  Or How about a birthday present?  Or possibly Mother's Day or Father's Day which is right around the corner?  Do you need a great insulated tumbler for the pool or vacation this summer? Manual Crimson Sound is selling 20oz Tervis Tumblers.  These tumblers come with a lifetime guarantee from Tervis(replaced for free if ever damaged).  They keep hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold.  They also come with a travel lid which keeps them from spilling in the car.  Get yours today for $20.00.  If interested, please email Manualt...@gmail.com with contact information (email/phone) and a band representative will get back with you.  Tumblers are in stock so there's no wait----so, what are you waiting for?  Show some Manual spirit  and get one today!!!
 
 
IdeaFestival Manual High School: April 27 3:30 to 8:30 and April 28 9-3:30, Manual students are hosting the First and ONLY High School level IdeaFestival in the Nation. Mayor Fischer and Superintendent Hargans are opening the event with students from ALL magnets contributing. Students are speakers and performers. The event is open to students, parents, community members, and other schools. Donations and Volunteers desperately needed. Cash donations to Manual PTSA for IdeaFestival. We need food to feed these teens!! There is an opportunity to make food for this event and keep proceeds for any clubs or sports teams that need to earn money for their programs.   We also need donations for pizza, need soda, large containers for ice and soda, sweets, napkins. Will have food vendors for Saturday lunch while live YPAS performances entertain you.  We need lead volunteers for sponsors, marketing, and final details. Contact: Cindy...@choosebroadspire.com or kelly....@insightbb.com.
 
 
duPont Manual Sports Physicals - On Friday, May 11th, Manual High School will be conducting sports physicals for 2012 / 2013.  Physicals will take place in the Manual Cafeteria, after school beginning at 2:45 - 5 PM (Football will have separate physicals on May 23). The cost is $15 (make checks to Manual High School).   No student will be given a physical unless their entire physical and addendum is filled out completely - in advance. All physicals and addendum forms will be kept on file at Manual. No forms will be handed back to students. To download these two forms please visit: http://dupontmanual.com/pubs/PhysicalForm.pdf and http://dupontmanual.com/pubs/PhysicalAdd.pdf
For questions, please contact David Zuberer, Athletic Director david....@jefferson.kyschools.us
 
 
 
THE  5th ANNUAL SLYDER CUP GOLF SCRAMBLE -  will again benefit the duPont Manual Boys’ Golf Team & The First Tee of Louisville. The Slyder Cup will be held at Shawnee Golf Course on May 19th with a shot gun start at 1:30.  The cost is $65 per player with the proceeds benefiting Manual Boys Golf and The First Tee of Louisvillle  We will also be collecting used golf equipment for The First Tee at the event.  White Castle is again the Title sponsor and will be donating T-Shirts, coupons and crave bags.  Raffle tickets for sale beginning April 16th for a Round for 4 at Valhalla (courtesy of Bingham, Greenebaum,Doll Law Firm).  IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PLAYING IN OUR EVENT OR SPONSORING OUR EVENT PLEASE CONTACT LAURIE AT lsg...@insightbb.com for more information or VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT http://www.dupontmanual.com/sports/boysgolf/
 
 
 
Project Graduation 2012: A safe celebration for all Manual Seniors!!  - Project Graduation is an all night (Graduation Night from 11 PM  - 5 AM) , alcohol-free and drug-free celebration for the graduating senior class.  On the night our seniors graduate, after some time to celebrate with their families, they will want to celebrate with their classmates.  The Manual community wants to provide THE PLACE TO GO where a good time can be had by all.  But we need your help to make it happen!! The budget for Project Graduation last year was over $17,000, plus the value of donated prizes. It’s free to graduating seniors!  We need your generous donations! All manual parents are encouraged to donate; remember your students will be here before you know it.  All money raised will help pay for the event, and all donations will be acknowledged in the Manual Newsletter.  For more information about items you can donate an for a donation form please visit: http://www.dupontmanual.com/ptsa/ProjGrad.php. For questions please contact 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Volunteer  Opportunities:
 
 
Volunteers are needed for AP Testing - AP Testing is coming up quickly and Manual students will be taking close to 2000 exams. As you can imagine, it takes a lot of coordination and effort to administer this number of exams so PARENT VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED!  If you can assist any morning from 7:15-11:30 or any afternoon from 11:30-3:30 during May 7 through May 18 it would be appreciated. There will be a certified proctor in each testing session. As a volunteer under direction of the proctor, you will be responsible for checking IDs, passing out and collecting exams, and escorting students to the restroom. Please contact Pam Wolford  wolf...@bellsouth.net  if you can help the students with this important academic opportunity.
 
 
PTSA Bookstore Volunteers needed - volunteers are needed to staff the bookstore during all Friday lunches (from 10:30am-12:30pm).  Please donate an hour or two of your time!  To sign up work a few hours visit our online sign up sheet at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/spirit119.  For questions contact  Carla Schmiedler at sch...@hotmail.com.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Counselors' Corner:  Mr. Robinson is the counselor in charge of scholarship announcements and would like our students and parents to be aware of the following scholarships and other educational opportunities. Additional information can be found in the Guidance Center.

DONALD W. INGWERSON SCHOALRSHIP  - valued at $1,000 -  Students wishing to apply for the Donald W. Ingwerson Scholarship must exhibit significant interest in teaching or must demonstrate a strong commitment to a career in education and have at least a 2.8 GPA. BY NOMINATION!!!!

SPECIAL STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES:

KENTUCKY WESLEYAN COLLEGE LOUISVILLE RECEPTION - Monday May 14, 2012 from 6-8pm. Hilton Garden Inn located at 2735 Crittenden Drive in Louisville. Refreshments will be served - those in attendance will be able to speak with an admissions counselor and learn more about Kentucky Wesleyan College and the over 40 academic and pre-professional programs available.  RSVP's for the reception may be made at www.kwc.edu/louisvillereception or by calling the Admissions Office at 800-999-0592.  Walk ins are also welcome.  Crystal Walker is the admissions counselor for the Louisville Area. She may be reached at cwa...@kwc.edu.

COLUMBIA COLLEGE CHICAGO MANIFEST URBAN ARTS FESTIVAL- May 4, 2012.Manifest is a great way to observe all the incredible work and talent of Columbia College's students and to experience first hand the free for all creativity found throughout their community.  They hope you will join them for the day and see for yourself how Columbia College uses rigorous academics and fearless artistry to prepare their graduates for successful careers in creative fields.  For a complete schedule of events visit www.colum.edu/manifest

UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI WOMEN IN ENGINEERING AND APPLIED SCIENCE SUMMER CAMP - July 23 - July 27, 2012.Students learn about various engineering and technology disciplines by visiting labs, participating in hands-on activities and attending presentations by engineers.  Corporate visits include industry leaders such as Procter and Gamble, General Electric, and Northrop Grumman Xetron.  This one week camp will allow you to develop your creativity as well as provide you with the opportunity to meet and speak with working engineers and technologists.  The camp is open to women grades 9-12. To register, please visit http://www.ceas.uc.edu/future_students/Activities/Summer_Camps.html  If you have further questions, call 513-556-5417.

 

 

YPAS News:
Upcoming Events at YPASVisit www.ypas.org to purchase tickets and to view the master schedule of events.
 
 

Fund Your Seat Campaign - The Producers, the parent organization of YPAS, are conducting a fundraiser titled, “Fund Your Seat.”  This fundraiser is designed to raise enough money to replace all of the audience seats (dated late 70’s) in the Main Stage Theatre. “Fund Your Seat” provides you the ability to sponsor a seat in the Main Stage Theatre.  In doing so, you will get an engraved nameplate attached to the seat you sponsor with your name or a brief tribute.  There are two different prices for the seats depending on the seat you choose ($175 and $225).  For an order form please visit www.ypas.producers.org.  Please take time to visit the PHOTO SESSION on the Website to see creative pictures of faculty, staff, and students promoting the “Fund Your Seat” fundraiser. Thanks for your support!   Questions - contact Cindy Martin at cindy....@jefferson.kyschool.us

 
You can also help raise money for the Producers when you shop online by going to
 
 
 
 
 
 

Communications/Media Arts (CMA) News:

Get connected with Manual's student press - Parents and students can connect to the Crimson Student Press Network on Twitter (@thecspn) and Facebook (search and then "like" CSPN). 

Manualredeye.com -  is Manual's online news site. Any student may contribute writing, photography, and artwork. 
 
CMA parents can join email list -  by sending a message to Mr. Miller at james....@jefferson.kyschools.us. CMA parents can also stay connected by going to http://manualcma.com. 
 
View duPont Manual High School's Video Announcements - Our video announcements can now be seen on http://prezi.com/aer7rvzqs4wj/dupont-manual-news-notices/
 
 
 
 
 
duPont Manual Athletics:
For a full schedule of all duPont Manual's athletic events, please go to http://www.jefferson.k12.ky.us/Schools/High/Manual/schedule.htm. 
 
 
duPont Manual High School Athletic Events:  April 23rd - April 28th,2012
 
MONDAY, APRIL 23, 2012 
BASEBALL @ Collins (Varsity – 6:00 pm)
BASEBALL @ Eastern (FR – 5:00 pm, JV – 7:30 pm)
TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2012
BASEBALL vs. Pleasure Ridge Park @ Derby City Field (FR – 6:00 pm, JV – 8:30 pm) **CRIMSON/RAM CARD EVENT**
GIRLS LACROSSE @ Collegiate (Varsity – 5:30 pm, JV – 6:30 pm)
SOFTBALL @ Male (Varsity – 5:00 pm)
BOYS & GIRLS TRACK @ St. Xavier Track Meet (4:30 pm)
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 2012
BASEBALL @ Holy Cross (FR – 5:00 pm, JV – 7:00 pm)
BOYS LACROSSE @ Eastern (Varsity – 6:00 pm, JV – 8:00 pm)
BOYS TENNIS vs. St. Xavier @ Stansbury Park (Varsity – 4:00 pm, JV – 5:30 pm)
THURSDAY, APRIL 26, 2012
BASEBALL – Louisville Invitational Tournament @ Christian Academy vs. Christian Academy (Varsity – 6:00 pm)
SOFTBALL @ Fern Creek (Varsity – 5:00 pm, JV – 6:30 pm)
BOYS & GIRLS TENNIS @ Southern (Varsity – 3:30 pm)
FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2012
BASEBALL – Louisville Invitational Tournament @ Christian Academy vs. Lexington Dunbar (Varsity – 6:00 pm)
BOYS LACROSSE @ Lexington Dunbar (Varsity – 6:00 pm, JV – 8:00 pm)
BOYS & GIRLS TRACK & FIELD – Eastern Relays @ The University of Louisville (TBA)
SATURDAY, APRIL 28, 2012
BASEBALL – Louisville Invitational Tournament @ Christian Academy vs. Boyd County (Varsity – 4:00 pm)
BOYS & GIRLS TRACK & FIELD – Eastern Relays @ The University of Louisville (TBA)
 
 
Manual Athletics Twitter Account  Sign up to receive Manual Athletic announcements (schedules, rain outs, important events, etc.). If interested go to www.twitter.com and the account name is listed as ManualAthletics.  For additional information, contact Manual Athletics Director  david....@jefferson.kyschools.us
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
PTSA Information:
 

duPont Manual PTSA Website:  Visit our website to answer all your PTSA questions at  www.dupontmanual.com/ptsa/ .  If you have additional PTSA questions, please contact us at manua...@gmail.com

 

 

duPont Manual PTSA E- Newsletter:  We encourage all duPont Manual Students, Parents, Teachers, and Friends to sign up for our E- Newsletter so you can stay informed with the latest happenings at Manual High School.  The newsletter can be easily obtained by sending a message from your email account to manualptsa...@googlegroups.com.  Then when you receive a request for confirmation, respond to the message according to the instructions.

If you missed a newsletter, you can read it online by going to http://groups.google.com/group/ManualPTSA

 

 

duPont Manual PTSA now on FaceBook: Welcome to duPont Manual High School PTSA Facebook page.  Please invite others to join! To see more details and confirm this group invitation, follow the link:  http://www.facebook.com/p.php?i=662833443&k=4YGTZ4S6VTXEZKABVJ3VPVYSWPGC4Y&oid=114224491961406

 

 

duPont Manual PTSA Calendar:  You can view the PTSA calendar at any time by going to our web site www.dupontmanual.com/ptsa/ and by clicking on "Calendar" on the left-hand side of the home page.  To view a printable version of the JCPS calendar visit http://www.jefferson.k12.ky.us/calendars/calendar.html

 

 

 duPont Manual PTSA Membership:  PTSA Memberships are available to all parents, teachers, and students.  Everyone who cares about DuPont Manual and our students are encouraged to become PTSA members, and it only costs  a few dollars to join.  Visit http://www.dupontmanual.com/ptsa/Join.php for more information or contact Jennifer Calleja at jcal...@insightbb.com

 
 
 
 
 

School Phone Numbers:

Report a Student Absent:   Call (502) 485-7910 (then press 8044#).

You may call anytime after 3:00 PM on the day before the tardy or absence and up until 2:20 PM on the day of the absence.

Please provide a written excuse for your student to turn in when they return to school.

Attendance Office:  (502) 485-8044 (for questions about early release for doctor's appointments, etc.)
Manual Main Office:           (502) 485-8241
Manual Guidance Center:  (502) 485-8503    
YPAS Main Office:              (502) 485-8355
YPAS Guidance Center:     (502) 485-8534     
Athletic Director:                (502) 485-8489 

 

If you are have trouble clicking on the links included in the email newsletters, please copy and paste the address into your browser's address bar.

 

For submissions/questions about duPont Manual PTSA e-newsletter please contact us at Manualp...@aol.com.

 

 

Sincerely,

 

Lynn Wilbar

duPont Manual PTSA
Manualp...@aol.com

 

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