MONDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2016
1. Today is an “A” Day.
2. Youth for Diversity’s Black History Month Fact of the Day is: In 1932, Richard Spikes invents the automatic gear shift. Also, musician and entertainer Michael Jackson wins eight Grammy Awards. His album, “Thriller”, broke all sales records to-date, and remains one of the top-grossing albums of all time.
3. Get ready for March Madness! There will be a basketball tournament on Thursday, March 10th at 6:30 pm. Get your teams ready to come and battle for the top spot.
4. There will be a SADD and Youth for Diversity meeting today during 5th period only in Ms. Swift’s room. If you cannot attend please see Ms. Mangar.
5. SAT Word of the Day: EQUIVOCAL – The word means ambiguous, uncertain, undecided.
6. Looking for community service? Here’s an interesting opportunity! Students are needed to help with American Girl Team. Nail polishers, hairdressers, face painters, a DJ and a photographer are all needed. Please sign up with Mrs. Cleaveland or Mrs. Conklin.
7. CINDERELLA!!! ALL CAST and CREW stay after everyday this week to piece this show together! Plenty to do both on and off stage! See you ALL there!!
8. Congratulations to all Cabaret performers this weekend. All performances were outstanding! We performed to sold-out shows and audience members were amazed at the talent we have in Dover!
9. Middle School Activity Night from 6:30-9 pm on Friday, March 4th. Admission is $5 at the door. Come dance with friends and enjoy open gym.
10. Volunteers are needed to help with the new greenhouse. Join us in Mrs. Elliot’s room after school on Wednesday for details! Earn community service by volunteering for this project.
11. Girls Golf will be starting March 7th. Please see Mrs. Cleaveland for details.
12. There will be a Varsity Girls Lacrosse meeting today at 2:30 pm at Pawling High School. Any girls who cannot attend please see Coach Light in the middle school office before the end of the day today.
13. Softball open gym is this week from 2-3:30 pm. Tryouts are March 7th.
14. Need community service hours? Need an idea of what to do? Check out volunteermatch.org a website suited to help you find opportunities that match your interests in your area.
15. The US Navy recruiter will be visiting during lunches on Tuesday. Stop by to see the recruiter for more information.
