Monday, March 7th

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Dear Manual Families and Friends, 

 

Welcome to this week's PTSA E-Newsletter.  Congratulations to du Pont Manual Students for being Kentucky’s highest ACT average 25.7 !! 

 

Have a great week!

 

 

 

Important Upcoming Dates:

 

Tuesday, March 15	ACT given to all Juniors
Tuesday, March 29	ACT Make Up
Friday, April 1	2nd 6 week grading period ends
April 4-8	Spring Break  NO SCHOOL
Friday, April 15	Junior Ring Ceremony/Prom
Tuesday, April 19	2nd 6 week Report Cards go home

 

 

 

 

Special Announcements:

 

MARKET DAY Coming soon to duPont Manual -  Please visit Market Day on line at http://www.marketday.com/ if you are not familiar with this product.  With your Market Day purchases, duPont Manual will receive back a certain percentage that will be used for school improvements benefiting your children.  Manual will start this program beginning in April. Flyers are available in the main office for your convenience beginning Wednesday, March 9, 2011.  

 

 

Math and Science Camp at Georgetown College - The science and math departments at Georgetown College will host the PAEMS camp (Pre-college Academic Experience in Math and Science) for rising sophomores, juniors and seniors.  This two week camp will be held this summer, June 19-July 1, 2011 on the campus of Georgetown College.  For the camp information visit http://www.georgetowncollege.edu/departments/paems/ or contact Betty Barkley at betty_...@georgetowncollege.edu or 502-863-8205.

 

 

Manual Boys Basketball Team Fundraiser   - Are you tired of having back pain while watching sporting events?  Then Purchase a Manual Stadium Seat TODAY!  You will be extremely happy that you did and help support the Boys Basketball Team. Chairs cost: $45.00

For an order form please contact Susan Ward-Repishti  SusanWa...@gmail.com or call 502-608-4645.

 

 

ACT Prep Opportunity:  Several of the Louisville Free Public Library branches offers ACT Practice Tests and ACT Tips & Strategies Classes.  For details visit:  http://www.lfpl.org/teen/act-prep.htm

 

 

Manual College & Career Center (CCC) now open to parents - Attention parents: The CCC located inside the Manual Guidance Office (room 132) is a wonderful resource center for all Manual students looking for college comparison guides, college major guides, scholarship information, financial aid, summer opportunities for underclassmen, college marketing materials from hundreds of colleges, and much more.  During the months of  February and March the CCC will be open for Manual parents to come take advantage of these resources too. Parents can come alone or meet your student during their study hall or lunch break.  Please note:  The CCC will be closed on March 15 due to ACT testing and is occasionally needed for meetings, interviews, or conferences on short notice.  For questions, contact Jenny Marsh, PTSA parent coordinator of the CCC at cjle...@aol.com.

 

 

Partners for Excellence -  Manual’s PTSA, through its Partners for Excellence Campaign, has a proud history of success in procuring donations from families and businesses and using those funds to purchase needed equipment and educational materials for students at Manual. Last year we were able to purchase portable laptop computers and technology carts which allow them to be used by different classes, as needed.  We are looking for your support again this year in order to purchase new outdoor furniture for the patio dining area and for new computers for the library. To download a donation form, please visit http://www.dupontmanualptsa.org/partners.htm or contact Maria Sorolis at soro...@insightbb.com for additional information.

 

 

College 101 Night Wednesday, March 16^th  -  Meet in the auditorium at 6 PM  for a short PTSA meeting and to be dismissed to the sessions of your choice. This is an event sponsored by the Manual PTSA and the Guidance Counselors.  You will have the opportunity to attend four 30 minute sessions. Topics will include financial aid, application process, scholarships, ACT prep, information from an educational consultant, Internet safety and more. Admission officers from several Colleges and Universities will also be available. Open to all Manual students and parents. Freshman, sophomores and juniors are welcome.  Project Graduation will be selling Pizza and Baked goods at the event for a fundraiser.

 

Project Graduation 2011 -  Project Graduation is an all night, alcohol-free and drug-free celebration for the graduating senior class.  This year's prizes will consist of electronics like TV’s, DVD players, microwaves, iPods, gift cards, fans, luggage, etc.  Project Graduation is FREE to all Manual Seniors, but we rely on parent and corporate donations to fund this spectacular evening and we need your help to do so.  This event cost approximately $60 a person so it will take us the bulk of the school year to raise this kind of funding. To find out more information visit this link http://www.dupontmanualptsa.org/projectGrad.htm or contact Sherry Barker at sbba...@insightbb.com or 895-9877 or Leslie Thomas at lesli...@insightbb.com or 893-3711.

 

Project Graduation Fundraiser -  March 24th we will have a California Pizza Kitchen Fundraiser.  Save the date.  More details to follow...  Also check out the Pri

 

Project Graduation wiki page  -   Check out the Project Graduation Wiki page  link...http://dupontmanualpg.wikispaces.com/  For questions feel free to contact Donna Johnson 

 

 

 

Volunteer Opportunities:

 

Project Graduation Volunteers are needed - If you are interested in volunteering for Project Graduation please contact Sherry Barker sbba...@insightbb.com or 895-9877.  

 

 

 

 

College Visits:

 

Tuesday, March 8

Yale        Jrs only

College & Career Ctr.

11:00AM

 

 

 

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 scholarship opportunities. Additional information can be found in the Guidance Center

 

Jamie and Cory Foundation Scholarship - amount to be determined but is renewable for a total of 4 years - for high school seniors who exemplify the traits of Jamie Parsely and Cory Stauble

 

Kentucky Federation of Republican Women Scholarship - $1000 - for senior bound republican females planning to attend a college in Kentucky

 

Kentucky State University Carson E. Smith Book Scholarship - $250 - for senior African American males

 

Louisville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Scholarship Funds - up to $2,000 over four years - three specific scholarships - one in the health sciences, one in education, and one in any major you choose

 

Norton Healthcare James R. Petersdorf Scholarship - $1000 - for graduating African American senior females that will be majoring in one of the following health careers:  Medical Lab Technician, Physical Therapist, Ultrasonographer, Medical Technologist, Registered Nurse, Pharmacist, Respiratory Therapist

 

Maurice B. Cohill Jr. Young Investigator Award - up to $500 plus a trip and perks - for high school juniors and seniors who have an interest in Juvenile Law and Research

 

Louisville Metro Housing Authority Scholarship - $1500 per year - for students that live in a Louisville Metro Housing Authority public housing apartment or are participants in the LMHA Section 8 Voucher Program for at least 6 months.

Bluegrass Indo-American Civic Society BIACS Scholarship - $1,000  - open to most high school students

 

Centre College Fellows Program at Centre College - a minimum of $56,000 in scholarships - open to the highest academic achieving members of the junior class that have a sincere desire to attend Centre College upon graduation

 

 

Additional Camps and summer Opportunities

 

Louisville Bar Association Summer Law Institute - open to all high school students with an interest in law and the legal profession

 

Northwestern University Summer Program -  National High School Institute CHERUBS - for high school students searching for a quality summer enrichment program in Debate, Speech, Film & Video Production, or the Theatrical Arts on the Campus of Northwestern University

 

US Performing Arts Workshops - open to high school students in many various disciplines on the campuses of many of the top universities in America

 

College for Creative Studies Pre-College Summer Programs - Includes one and three week programs in Detroit Michigan studying various artistic subjects involving visual art and media including animation and interior design

 

Institute for Educational Advancement Apprenticeship Program in Los Angeles - includes apprenticeship programs in Art, History, Medicine, Industrial Design, Science, Law, and Business

 

Oberlin Conservatory of Music Summer Workshops - includes the Sonic Arts, Composition, Viola, Flute, Vocal Academy, Violin Competition, Baroque Performance, Trumpet, and Percussion Workshops and Institutes

 

Spalding University Open House - an opportunity to learn about all things Spalding!

 

Syracuse University Summer Dance Intensive - includes classes in ballet, pointe, variations, partnering, men's classes, modern, jazz, African dance, yoga, and performance from master teachers

 

University of Southern California Summer Programs - over 20 different programs to choose from in a variety of subjects

 

Virginia Commonwealth University Summer Intensive in the Fine Arts - for high students looking for a summer enrichment opportunity in Animation; Digital Filmmaking; Digital Photography; Fashion Design and Merchandising; Graphic Design; Theatre; 2D Portfolio Development; or 2D/3D Portfolio Development

 

College for Creative Studies Pre-College Summer Programs - Includes one and three week programs in Detroit Michigan studying various artistic subjects involving visual art and media including animation and interior design

 

College Week Live - A wonderful resource for learning about Colleges and everything to do with the college search and application process.  They are hosting an on line college fair on March 23rd and 24th  - many of you may want to take advantage of this opportunity as you begin your college search process. Sign-Up for www.CollegeWeekLive.com, the world’s largest college fair and online admissions event website. It’s free and supported by the U.S. Department of Education Federal Student Aid office. Register now for free.  More than 75+ virtual open houses showcasing a specific school! See the Events schedule.

 

 

 

YPAS News:

 

Upcoming Events at YPAS - Visit www.ypas.org to purchase tickets and to view the master schedule of events.

 

YPAS Percussion Ensemble Concert    -Thursday, March 10 @ 7:30 -  Main Stage YPAS, Free Admission

 

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

 

 

 

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. 

 

Congratulations to the girl's track team for winning the 2011 Mason Dixon Games Indoor High School State Championship and to the cheerleading team for winning the 2011 NCA National Championship.

 

Congratulations to the girl's basketball team for winning the 7th Region Championship this past Saturday and advancing to the Sweet Sixteen this week in Bowling Green (attached is the tournament bracket - times listed are Central Standard Time). Our first game will be on Wednesday at 2:30 pm (EST) against Crittenden County.

* Presale tickets for Manual's cheering section (114 & 115) will be on sale for $8 ($11 at gate) starting on Tuesday morning - in the athletic office and in the bookstore during all lunches. All individuals two years of age or older, must have a ticket for admission. For the second, third and fourth rounds, ticket booths will be set up at the arena for advance sales to our next game for $8. By staying after the game and purchasing the subsequent round tickets, you will be saving $3 per ticket. After that time, all other tickets will be priced at $11 (lower arena cheering section and upper arena) or $16 (lower arena remaining seats).

* We will have limited number of our official t-shirts available for sale starting on Tuesday morning for $10 in the athletic office. Make check payable to Manual High School and include student name in memo section.

* Information (and field trip permission slips) will be distributed on Monday at school for students wishing to attend the game on Wednesday and, if we advance, on Friday. Students that ride the provided bus to and from the game will be considered on a field trip. Students that use other means of transportation to and from the game will have to sign out of school through the attendance office.

On Tuesday morning in the athletic office and during lunch in the bookstore, students planning to ride the provided buses must submit a completed field trip permission slip and pay $20. This will cover transportation to and from the game, game ticket, and the official t-shirt (Manual's athletic department will cover the associated financial loss for these students). These students must travel to and from the game site on the buses - NO EXCEPTIONS. Make check payable to Manual High School and include student name in memo section.

2011 KHSAA GIRL'S SWEET SIXTEEN - MARCH 9-12 @ WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

 

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9, 2011 State Tournament @ Western Kentucky University vs. Crittenden County (2:30 pm – EST)

FRIDAY, MARCH 11, 2011State Tournament @ Western Kentucky University (1:00 pm – EST) 

SATURDAY, MARCH 12, 2011State Tournament @ Western Kentucky University (SEMI-FINALS - 11:00 am – EST, CHAMPIONSHIP – 9:00 pm - EST)

 

 

Additional Athletic Events for March 7 - March 12th

 

MONDAY, MARCH 7, 2011

NO ATHLETIC EVENTS SCHEDULED

TUESDAY, MARCH 8, 2011

GIRL’S LACROSSE vs. Mercy @ duPont Manual Memorial Stadium (Varsity – 5:15 pm, JV – 6:15 pm) **CRIMSON/RAM CARD EVENT**

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9, 2011

GIRL’S BASKETBALL – State Tournament @ Western Kentucky University vs. Crittenden County (2:30 pm – EST)

THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 2011

GIRL’S LACROSSE vs. Sacred Heart Academy @ duPont Manual Memorial Stadium (Varsity – 5:15 pm, JV – 6:15 pm) **CRIMSON/RAM CARD EVENT**

FRIDAY, MARCH 11, 2011

BASEBALL @ Bullitt East (SCRIMMAGE) (Varsity – 5:00 pm)

GIRL’S BASKETBALL – State Tournament @ Western Kentucky University (1:00 pm – EST)

SATURDAY, MARCH 12, 2011

GIRL’S BASKETBALL – State Tournament @ Western Kentucky University (SEMI-FINALS - 11:00 am – EST, CHAMPIONSHIP – 9:00 pm - EST)

DAZZLERS – NDA National Championship – Orlando, FL (TBA)

BOY’S LACROSSE @ King’s High School, OH (Varsity – 11:00 am, JV – 1:00 pm)

SUNDAY, MARCH 13, 2011

DAZZLERS – NDA National Championship – Orlando, FL (TBA)

 

 

 

 

PTSA Information:

 

duPont Manual PTSA Website:  Visit our website to answer all your PTSA questions at www.dupontmanualptsa.org   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.dupontmanualptsa.org 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.dupontmanualptsa.org/join_ptsa.htm for more information or contact Kelly Higdon at kelly....@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

 

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Sincerely,

 

Lynn Wilbar

duPont Manual PTSA
Manualp...@aol.com

 

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