[BHS Etree] BULLETIN: Student Daily Bulletin, Oct. 5 (Fri.)

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STUDENT DAILY BULLETIN
*New to the bulletin today

Friday, October 5, 2012


ADMINISTRATION

1. The PSAT will be offered at Berkeley High on Saturday, Oct. 20. This is a test for juniors and sophomores which serves as a practice for the SAT. Juniors with high scores may qualify for National Merit Scholarships. Sign-ups for Sophomores will begin Monday, Oct. 1 and will continue through Oct. 5 at the Donahue Gym ticket windows during lunch to 12:10 and after school to 4 p.m. The registration fee is $22. Payment may be made in cash or by check or money order payable to Berkeley High School.

2. If you still need a Fall PE Waiver please pick one up in the Attendance Office. They are due this Friday, October 5th, no exceptions.

*3. Just a friendly reminder from the staff in OCI. Be mindful of your belongings in the outer pockets of your purses and backpacks. Pickpocketing is on the rise in the hallways. Be aware of people walking too close to you, and keep valuables in the safest or places; at home. Please alert a staff member immediately if you see anything suspicious. All reports are kept confidential.

*4. Dodgeball - Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at lunchtime.
	Freshmen versus Juniors 
	Sophomores versus Seniors
	Winner plays the Staff during Spirit Week. Game on!

CLUBS

1. Go ahead Shred will have their first meeting on Tuesday, October 9th during lunch (that is next Tuesday).  If you are interested in learning how to ski or already experienced then this is the club for you.  We will be taking trips to Lake Tahoe on a private bus as early as December.  Be sure to check our the club in room C224 during lunch on Tuesday.

*2. Attention all writers!  Join BHS’s newest creative writing group, Writers Arise!  We meet on Fridays after school in C309.


 LEADERSHIP - RALLY
1 Homecoming week is October 15-19th!  Homecoming rally is Friday, October 19th.

2. Once upon a time, the royalest of homecoming courts was formed at Berkeley High.  Thy team of leadership is searching this great land for homecoming nominations.  Nominate your friend by filling out a royal candidate form from Mr. V in leadership.  Nominations are due by October 5th, so that we can live happily ever after.

 
COLLEGE VISITS

Friday, October 5

9:31 am  Northeastern University  (MA)

10:40 am  UC Personal Statement Workshop



SENIORS

Seniors, drop Senior Polls off in D221 at lunchtime!


SPORTS

*1. Hey Berkeley High girls Soccer players!  If you are interested in trying oout for the Berkeley High freshman, JV, or varsity team this year, please meet in front of the Donahue Gym on Friday, October 12th at lunch.  See you there!

*2. Football
: Friday, Oct 5,  4:30
 JV at Hayward, 7:00 Varsity at Hayward 


JOBS/VOLUNTEERING

*1. Volunteer For Sunday Streets  October 14, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm,  Shattuck Ave., from Haste to Rose - FREE
On October 14th, thousands of people will walk, bike, skate, dance, and play on a car-free Shattuck Ave. from Haste to Rose at the first-ever Sunday Streets Berkeley. Volunteer and help make this wonderful event happen! All Sunday Streets volunteers will get a limited edition 2012 Sunday Streets t-shirt, a front-row seat for enjoying the event, and that warm fuzzy feeling of knowing you helped make it all possible. Most volunteer shifts are just a few hours, so you have plenty of time to enjoy the rest of the day. 
Read more about volunteer shifts  http://www.sundaystreetsberkeley.com/day-of-volunteering-roles/ 
or in the volunteer signup form https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dE9VbUhHUEdsalhJaUZSSDJ4endWY2c6MQ

2. King's ESL after school tutorial is looking for an upperclassman/woman who wants to tutor students in 6th, 7th and 8th grade in all subjects.  We prefer Spanish-bilingual students but are open to others who are caring, kind and patient, and have skills.  Pay is $9.00/hr.  Please call Ms. Rathwell @ 644-4811 or email her at pattyrathwell at berkeley.net if you're interested.  Tutorial runs from 3-4pm three days a week and 2:15-3:15pm once a week.
3. The City of Berkeley's YouthWorks Employment Program in the Department of Health, Housing & Community Services, is pleased to announce that the application period for the Winter After School Youth Employment Program begins on Oct 1st and continues until Nov 1st.

Qualified Youth (14-25 years old & Berkeley residents) are eligible to apply for jobs in a variety of sectors, including childcare, recreation & clerical positions within city departments and various community organizations.  The pay is $8.00/hr, and Youth may work up to 15 hrs/week for a period of up to 7 weeks.  The tentative employment start date is December 10th, 2012.

To apply: Youth need to come in person to the YouthWorks office at 2180 Milvia St. (City Hall) starting Oct 1st, to sign in and pick up an application packet.  The completed application must be turned in with required original documents including Photo ID, Social Security Card, Proof of Residence, a typed or word-processed resume, and Parental Authorization for youth under the age of 18.  The deadline for returning the application & required documents is Thursday, Nov 1st, 2012. 


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