Monday, April 30th

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Dear Manual Families and Friends,

 

 

Project Graduation is held on Graduation Night from 11 PM  - 5 AM.  This is a free event for our graduating seniors!  It's an alcohol-free and drug-free celebration for the graduating senior class.  On graduation night our seniors will want to celebrate with their classmates.  The Manual PTSA and 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.  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 or for a donation form please visit: http://www.dupontmanual.com/ptsa/ProjGrad.php.   If you have questions, please contact Leslie Fowler at leslie...@bellsouth.net .  To volunteer at this event, please visit www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F0C45A4AA2AA46-volunteers/1275364.

 

 

Have a great week!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Important Upcoming May Dates:

Tuesday, May 1	YPAS Senior Picture - 4th Block
Friday, May 4	No School for Students
Monday, May 7	AP Testing (Chemistry, Environmental Science, & Psychology)
Tuesday, May 8	AP Testing (Computer Science, Spanish Language, & Art History)
Wednesday, May 9	AP Testing (Calculus AB & BC)
Thursday, May 10	AP Testing (English Literature & Latin Vergil)
Friday, May 11	AP Testing (U.S. History & European History)
Friday, May 11	Manual Sports Physicals   2:45 - 5 PM
Friday, May 11	Senior Prom (Crowne Plaza)
Monday, May 14	AP Testing (Biology, Music Theory, & Physics B & C)
Tuesday, May 15	AP Testing (Gov/Pol)
Tuesday, May 15	Senior Awards Night at 6:30 in the Manual Auditorium
Wednesday, May 16	AP Testing (English Language & Statistics)
Thursday, May 17	AP Testing (Macro, World History, & Micro Economics)
Friday, May 18	AP Testing (Human Geography)
Friday, May 18	K-PREP testing for 10th & 11th in Homerooms
Saturday, May 19	Abbey Road on the River Preview Concert at 6:30 Manual Auditorium
Monday, May 21	Senior Trip to Holiday World
Tuesday, May 22	No School (Primary Election)
Wednesday, May 23	Senior Finals R2/R4
Thursday, May 24	Finals W1/W3 (all grade levels)
Friday, May 25	Finals R1/R3 (all grade levels)
Monday, May 28	No School
Tuesday, May 29	Finals W2/W4 (all grade levels)
Wednesday, May 30	Finals R2/R4 (underclassman)
Wednesday, May 30	Graduation Practice 8AM at Freedom Hall and Senior Picnic will be 4th Block
Thursday, May 31	Graduation 9AM at Freedom Hall (Seniors arrive at 8AM)

 

 

Special Announcements:

MARKET DAY:  We have had a successful year with Market Day. We would like to thank all of our supporters who have made purchases and to our volunteers who help with unpacking boxes and filling orders. There is still time for you to place an order before summer. Our last order for this school year will be delivered on Tuesday, May 8th, so you still have time to place your order. Your order may be placed on line or turned into the school up until May 3^rd. Please just log onto www.marketday.com and use account code 28772 to get started. You will be glad that you did. Please contact Bev Meng or Dana Wilson if you have any questions at 502-485-8241.

 

Attention Parents - The PTSA is still looking for a few people to join next year’s board. The following positions are needed for the 2012-2013 school year.  Awards, Partners for Excellence, Project Graduation (Co-Chair needed), and Volunteer Coordinator. You can see a detailed description

of these jobs on the PTSA portion of the Manual website. The time commitment for these positions are minimal but the rewards are huge!  Please contact Kim Wells, pkw...@bellsouth.net or Maria Sorolis, soro...@insightbb.com if you are interested. Thank you!

 

 

Thank You for Supporting duPont Manual first "Idea Festival"  -  This even would not have been possible without the support of and contributions by the following corporate donors: Chrysalis, University of Kentucky, University of Louisville, Paplino's Pizzeria,  Bearno's, Pizza Hut,  Papa John's Pizza, Paul's Fruit Market,  Jimmy Johns (U of L location),   IdeaFest/KSTC,  John Weinrich of Idea Afternoons at JCTC,  Kitzo Cookies, Value Market, Louisville Independent   Business Association,  Sign A Rama, Louisville Water Company, Churchill Downs, Insider Louisville,   Fit4Fun, Baptist Milestone, Music Go Round, PNC Bank,  L & N Credit Union, Metro Office of Innovation, Walmart       

 

 

World Affairs Council of Kentucky & S. Indiana looking for Host Families for High School Exchange for Eurasian Students - These students are not only excited to learn about the United States and experience another culture, but they are emerging leaders from key countries including vital new democracies and developing nations of Eurasia.  The students are selected by the Embassy in their native country based on their merit, personality, character, motivation, ideas, interest in civic activism and making a change to their communities. They will all speak English and have undergone extensive application and interviews – these students are the best of the best from this important region.  if you or someone you know might be interested in hosting a student or learning more about these programs, please have them contact at christy...@worldkentucky.org or (502) 561-5422 by May 15, 2012.

 

 

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 annual duPont Manual High School Senior Awards Night - Tuesday Evening, May 15th at 6:30 PM in the Manual High School Auditorium.  We will be recognizing outstanding members of the Class of 2012 for their accomplishments.   There will be a musical presentation from one of the YPAS Chamber Ensembles that begins playing at 6:00 pm if you would like to come early and enjoy the music.

 

 

 

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/

 

 

New ACT Test Summer Intensive Prep - Visit http://www.theactbootcamp.com/ to participate in the local ACT prep.   From state standards to college admissions and scholarship money, the ACT is becoming the most important standardized test.  To stay up with the ACT's ever-growing importance, Torch Prep  will be offering a DISCOUNT for the Summer Intensive Boot Camp June 4-8.  The course is 32 hours over five days. 

  

 

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!!!

 

 

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.

 

 

 

 

 

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.

duPont Manual High School Alumni Association - awards a $1,000 scholarship each year to a member of the graduating class whose parents, grandparents, or great grandparents attended duPont Manual High School or the Louisville Girls High School.  If you believe you would qualify for this scholarship, please let me know as soon as possible by replying to this email with the student's name and the name of the parent, grandparent, or great grandparent that attended and their year of graduation. Deadline May 7, 2012. 

 

SPECIAL STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES:

Accounting Career Awareness Program (ACAP) -   Find out what accountants really do in the Accounting Career Awareness Program (ACAP). Spend a week in June, all expenses paid, at the University of Louisville College of Business. Learn about diverse careers in accounting. You will live in a residence hall; meet faculty, business professionals and other students interested in accounting and business; attend hands-on workshops; and take field trips to Louisville-area firms. There are scholarship opportunities with ACAP (a one week camp) for an undisclosed amount. There are scholarship opportunities with ACAP for an undisclosed amount. Make new friends, become familiar with a real college campus and start thinking about how a degree in accounting can really add up.  The deadline is May 15th. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to call me at 859-753-7676 or e-mail Melanie Raglin at mnra...@louisville.edu.

 

KENTUCKY STATE FAIR YOUNG ADULT PROJECT Battle of the Bands and Songwriter Contest -Sponsored by Farm Credit Services of Mid-America.  Battle of the Bands - entry deadline of June 15, 2012, open to youth bands of all music styles, preliminaries - July 14 at Mom's Music Louisville, Finals August 18 at the Kentucky State Fair YAP Tent, prizes include recording studio time, trophies & more!  Songwriter Contest - entry deadline July 1, 2012, free pre-contest workshops with professional songwriters, winning songwriter showcase - August 18 at the Kentucky State Fair YAP tent, Prizes include $250 grand prize and a $100 runner up prize.

ROBLEY REX VA MEDICAL CENTER 2012 SUMMER STUDENT VOLUNTEER PROGRAM -  Monday June 4th - Friday August 3rd, 2012.  Students ages 14-18 years old interested in working in support of Veterans are invited to participate in the Summer Student Volunteer Program.  Have the opportunity to work with health care and administrative professionals in a variety of services including:  Canteen Service, Fiscal Service, Geriatrics and Extended Care, Medicine Service, Mail Center, Radiology Service, Surgical Service, Supply, and Voluntary Service.  Student volunteers earn community service hours that may be used for job applications, college admission, scholarships, grants, internships and/or student loans.  Students wishing to participate should contact Voluntary Service between May 1st and June 1st to schedule an orientation.  Orientation sessions will be held on June 4, 5, and 7 from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. - students need attend only one session.  To learn more about the Summer Student Volunteer Program or to register, please contact:  Marybeth Stewart, Summer Student Volunteer Coordinator mary.s...@va.gov or 502-287-6221.

25th ANNUAL ACADEMICALLY PROFICIENT HIGH SCHOOL JUNIOR AND SENIOR DIVERSITY CONFERENCE - June 15-16, 2012 - Students wishing to attend the conference should demonstrate academic achievement and interest in pursuing a postsecondary education.  The Primary purpose of the conference is to give Kentucky's public, private, and independent colleges and universities an opportunity to recruit academically promising or proficient students early in their junior and senior year. All forms are available on the conference website at http://cpe.ky.gov/news/calendar/statewide/acadprof.htm. For more information please contact Dr. Rana Johnson by email at rana.j...@ky.gov or by phone at 502-573-1652 extension 243.

 

 

 

 

 

 

YPAS News:

 

Tuesday May 1st (red day) YPAS Senior Class photo at 1:00 PM out in front of YPAS by the marquee.  This is the photo you will receive on YPAS Senior Night (May 23rd) along with your YPAS Diplomas.  Make sure you are at school that day.

 

Don't Miss "The Rivals" -  The Youth Performing Arts School stages a classic piece of British Literature laced with comedy, irony, and unforgettable characters. Tickets may be purchased on-line @ www.ypas.org. Tickets Price:  $9.00 for Students & Seniors, $10.00 Adults.  The last performance will be on  

May 12th. 

 

Y-PAS Productions for the month of May  - The dance dept is putting a production on for younger age students coming up on May 7th, Harold and the Purple Crayon.   Additionally, throughout the month, YPAS will have concerts (events) from Orchestra, Band, Jazz, Tech Olympics and Senior Performances throughout the month. Please visit www.ypas.org for all the details.

 

 

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

http://yellowbrickmall.com/producers.php

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 30th - May 5th, 2012

 

MONDAY, APRIL 30, 2012
BASEBALL vs. Collins @ Derby City Field (JV – 6:00 pm, FR – 8:30 pm) **CRIMSON/RAM CARD EVENT**
BOYS & GIRLS TENNIS vs. St. Francis @ Crescent Hill (Varsity – 4:00 pm)
SOFTBALL vs. Jeffersontown @ George Sauer Athletic Complex (Varsity – 5:00 pm) **CRIMSON/RAM CARD EVENT**
TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2012
BASEBALL vs. Butler @ Derby City Field (FR – 5:00 pm, JV – 7:30 pm) **CRIMSON/RAM CARD EVENT**
GIRLS LACROSSE @ Sacred Heart (Varsity – 5:30 pm, JV – 6:30 pm)
BOYS & GIRLS TENNIS @ Pleasure Ridge Park (Varsity – 3:30 pm)
BOYS & GIRLS TRACK – Meet of Champions @ George Sauer Athletic Complex (4:30 pm) **CRIMSON/RAM CARD EVENT**
WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 2012
BASEBALL @ Male (Varsity - 6:00 pm)
BOYS LACROSSE @ Male (Varsity – 5:30 pm, JV – 7:30 pm)
SOFTBALL @ North Oldham (Varsity – 5:00 pm, JV – 6:30 pm)
GIRLS TENNIS vs. Presentation @ Central Park (Varsity – 4:00 pm)
THURSDAY, MAY 3, 2012
BASEBALL vs. Male @ Derby City Field (Varsity – 6:00 pm) **CRIMSON/RAM CARD EVENT**
BASEBALL @ Meade County (JV – 5:30 pm, FR – 7:00 pm)
BOYS TENNIS @ Christian Academy (Varsity – 4:00 pm, JV – 5:30 pm)
SOFTBALL vs. Atherton @ George Sauer Athletic Complex (Varsity – 5:00 pm)
BOYS & GIRLS TRACK & FIELD @ Male Invitational (5:00 pm)
FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2012
BASEBALL @ Bullitt East (Varsity – 12:00 pm)
BOYS & GIRLS TRACK & FIELD – Dream Mile @ St. Xavier High School (8:00 pm)
SATURDAY, MAY 5, 2012
NO ATHLETIC EVENTS SCHEDULED

 

 

 

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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