Spaulding High School

Play Tickets Now On Sale: Tickets for Spaulding High School’s production of “Once upon a Mattress” are now on sale in the lobby Mon-Fri 12-5pm daily. The cost is $7 for adults and $5 for children. The show will be presented on Mar. 17, 18, 19 and 20 at 7pm and Mar. 20 and 21 at 1pm. Come and support SHS Drama and see your students and friends.

Adventure Club: To all interested participants there have been many inquiries regarding the Adventure Club. We have had 3 meetings and no one has attended the meetings. In an attempt to capture the interest of those who inquired, we will hold one more meeting. For the club to exist there needs to be at least 10 members present. The meeting will held on Wed. Mar. 10 at 2:20 in the gymnasium. All interested participants are welcome to attend, no experience necessary. The focus will be on setting up climbing days for the club.

Girls Tennis: There will be a mandatory girls tennis meeting in the gym on Wed. Mar. 10 at 2:15. Any questions or concerns you can see Coach George in the gym between now and then.

Dodgeball Tournament: We will be having our yearly Dodgeball Tournament on March 16 in the gym from 2:30-4:00 pm. Winners will receive Championship T-shirts. To sign-up you must get a packet from Coach George in the gym. The cost will be $20 per team and teams must have a minimum of 5 players to take the court. All proceeds go to support our girls tennis team.

Outing Club: See Mr. Ackerman if you want to join the outing club on their next trip to Dover Bowl. The club will be bowling on Thurs. Mar. 25. We will leave the school at 5:00 and return around 7:30.

Class of 2012: The sophomore class will be tie-dying t-shirts on Thursday this week. In preparation for our spring events, the class will work in Mr. Ackerman's room creating orange designs on their t-shirts. The class has t-shirts for sale for $6 or you can bring your own. If you bring your own shirt, you need to pay $2 to dye it.

Attention Ladies of Spaulding High School: Do you still have your almost new prom dress from last year hanging in your closet? Well if you do the NHS would like you to donate your prom dresses or formal gowns so that we can deliver them to girls in need. Please bring your dresses on hangers and in bags to Mr. Apt in room 233 from now until April 1. This will be supporting the Cinderella Project of NH.

April Driver’s Education: Mrs. Long is now signing up students for the April Driver's Ed class. To qualify for this class you must be 16 years old by June 14. You may request information by calling Mrs. Long at 332-0757, Ext. 318, or by writing your name and telephone number on the Driver's Ed information list in the office.

Red Raider Trader Store: The Red Raider Trader Store is open for business by the gym entrance between A and B Block Tuesday-Friday and all of C Block Monday–Friday. Popcorn, brownies, rice krispie treats, chocolate chip and a triple berry muffin bars and strawberry-oatmeal bars are for sale daily.

Sign Language Class: The sign language class will continue on Tuesdays afterschool from 2:30-3pm in room 104A. All are welcome to join any week.

Weekly Groups Schedule: The following is Ms. Bandera’s weekly groups schedule for this week:
NOT- Not on Tobacco will not meet this week
GLBTQ will meet at 8:30 on Thurs. March 11
Anger/stress management Group 1 will meet at 10:00 on Thurs. March 11
Anger/stress management Group 2 will meet at 1:45 on Thurs. March 11
GAPS 1 will meet at 10:00 Fri. March 12
GAPS 2 will meet at 1:45 Fri. March 12
Please see Ms. Bandera for more information and a pass. Her office is in the basement next to the computer lab.

Human Rights Club: Haiti still needs your help! During the week of March 8-12, the Human Rights Club and NHS will be selling Haiti Support stickers for 50 cents during lunch. The proceeds will go to Hearts with Haiti to support an orphanage.

A Friendly Dress Code Reminder: Hats or other head coverings may not be worn or visibly carried in school during school hours. All hats must be off, away, and out of sight during the school day. They
should not be seen in hoods, hands, or pockets. Hats that are worn, carried, or visible during the school day will be taken -- and only returned to the student’s parent.

Student Environment Action Coalition: The Student Environmental Action Coalition is looking for kids who care about what is happening to the environment and how our high school is using resources. Our mission is to find ways to reduce our school’s impact on the Rochester environment and to become one of the green high schools in America. Join us Thursday afternoons in Room 112.

Chess Club: Would you like to play chess or learn to play chess? Then come to the SHS chess club. Meetings are held afterschool on Thursdays and Fridays from 2:15-3:15 in room 211.

Any senior who is looking for assistance in completing their digital portfolios should see Mrs. Ritchings or Mr. DiFrancesco in the Career Support Center as soon as possible.

Students are invited to learn how they can earn their UNH degree in Manchester. Conveniently located in Manchester’s historic Millyard, UNH Manchester offers day, evening, and hybrid (online/classroom) courses. See how UNH Manchester can inspire your future at one of our spring information events, or contact the Admissions Office to set up an appointment, (603)-641-4150 or unhm.admissions@unh.edu

All college bound seniors should be checking the scholarship file in guidance on a regular basis AND should be registered on FASTWEB for online scholarship search. See your counselor as soon as possible if you have not done either of these.

JUNIORS

On March 27 families from all over New Hampshire will gather at Southern NH University in Manchester for the 11th annual college convention for high school juniors and parents. All of the day’s events are FREE to students and parents. This is your opportunity to enjoy a variety of workshops on choosing a major, completing your application, info for student athletes, info for students with learning disabilities, financial aid, college life and more. You will experience a wonderful keynote speaker, participate in scholarship raffles and attend a college fair expo with more than 25 colleges represented. Lunch will be provided and it’s all FREE. Register at www.destinationcollege.org. See your guidance counselor for more info.

If you missed your junior interview, schedule an appointment as soon as possible to see your counselor. The focus of the meeting will be about credits and future plans. It’s okay if you don’t know what you want to do after high school. The guidance department is here to help.

SOPHOMORES

The sophomore class will be tie-dying t-shirts on Thursday this week. In preparation for our spring events, the class will work in Mr. Ackerman's room creating orange designs on their t-shirts. The class has t-shirts for sale for $6 or you can bring your own. If you bring your own shirt, you need to pay $2 to dye it.

If you have not met with your guidance counselor for your sophomore interview you should do so as soon as possible. See Mrs. Picard in guidance to schedule your appointment with your counselor.

If you have not met with your guidance counselor for your freshman interview you should do so as soon as possible. See Mrs. Picard in guidance to schedule your appointment with your counselor.