MIRA COSTA HIGH
Vision Statement
“Mira Costa is a community of learners where each member has the opportunity to achieve
Academic, creative, personal, and social excellence.”
DAILY BULLETIN
PLEASE READ IN HOMEROOM CLASS AND POST
Monday, March 28, 2011 Regular Schedule
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STUDENT INFORMATION
• Attention STUDENTS!: Offered for the first time ever through MBAF summer school: UC/CSU-Approved Creative Writing
Indulge in 6-weeks of fun, introspective investigation as you refine your individual writing style while also examining the styles of various famous authors. Try your hand at writing screen-plays, poetry, narratives, and more. Incoming seniors, get your writing voice ready for (and get a head start on) those daunting and important personal-statements. Incoming sophomores and juniors, evolve your command of language and boost your confidence while readying yourself to spice up your academic writing for next year’s English class. Did you know that many colleges view Creative Writing as a fifth year of English? Impressive! So, register for MBAF’s Creative Writing course this summer, and come away with a portfolio you’ll want to flaunt. if you have any questions, stop by room 4 and talk to Ms. Thornton.
• From the library: Don't forget to cast your vote for California Young Reader-nominated books. The deadline to vote is March 31. Come by the library or vote on the library blog. Everyone who votes will be entered in a prize drawing.
• WANT THE PRESTIGE of having YOUR ART on the cover of MIRA COSTA’s STUDENT PLANNER NEXT YEAR AND WIN a $100 American Express GIFT CERTIFICATE? 3 Mira Costa students’ art will be featured on next year’s student planner cover, and each of the 3 artists will win a $100 American Express gift card!
To enter, submit your vision of Mira Costa in any medium (pencil, paint, graphics, etc.) in a 5 x 8 format to Shari Humphrey in the admin. bldg. by March 31st. Express yourself using any colors, designs, and school appropriate creativity. All entries will be displayed, and faculty and students will each have 1 vote to nominate the three winners. The contest is open to all current Mira Costa students. Previously submitted designs are welcome. You may enter as many pieces as you want.
• It’s time to vote for the 2011-2012 California Young Reader Medal nominees. If you read Hunger Games, The Adoration of Jenna Fox, and Unwind, you can vote for this year’s medalist. Come by the library or visit the library blog to access the ballot. The deadline to vote is March 31. All students who vote will be entered in a drawing for a copy of one of next year’s nominees.
• Please Help Japan: The Relief Japan 2011 Fund is an organization created to assist Japan raise money for the damages caused by the earthquake and tsunami. Any donations, even a penny, would help. Please place donations in the box in Mrs. Geczi’s room, Room 47.
• Fashion Show meeting- Attention all models selected to participate in the MCHS 2011 Fashion Show. There is a meeting on Wednesday, March 30, 2011 at lunch in Room 112. Please bring lunch. Ladies please bring high heels. There is a space available for male models. Attention Male students: If you are interested in participating in the upcoming fashion show please come to the meeting.
• The Assembly on Healthy Body Image will be in the auditorium TODAY during 2nd and 4th period. Any class that would like to drop in is welcome.
• Come to Room 116 TODAY anytime before lunch to buy a really cool handmade t-shirt for $15 to benefit fundraising for Japan! There is a limited supply so you better hurry.
• Interested in being in ASB Student Government next year? You must come to a meeting at lunch Tuesday 3/29, or Thursday 3/31 in Room 40. Hope to see you there!
CLUBS / ORGANIZATIONS
• Do you want to cheer your Mustangs on to victory next year? Do you love to dance? Well here’s your chance to take your talents and share them with us all. Tryouts for the MCHS Cheer and Song Squads are just around the corner. Pick up a tryout packet in the Main Office or visit our website www.mchspepsquad.com.
• Relay for Life Club is looking for bands interested in competing in a battle of the bands at the relay on May 14th. Contact Jenny Anderson: [email protected].
• Our last career presentation, Careers in Medicine, is Wednesday, March 30 in the CCC during lunch. This Career Day features physicians, a medical social worker, and a physical therapist. All students are welcome to attend. No sign ups required.
• Charitable Couture meeting on Tuesday in Room 223.
• New Channels Club will be meeting TODAY at lunch in Mr. Knutson’s room, Room 201.
• Come join Eco Club in Room 73 at lunch TODAY. All new members are welcome.
SENIORS
• Seniors! If you are signing with a sport in college, please email your name, sport, and college to [email protected]. Thanks!
SPORTS
• All members of the MC badminton team must attend the mandatory meeting at lunch TODAY in Room 57.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
• The “Debra Bowen for Congress Campaign” is looking for interns to help with her bid for Congress. This is an opportunity to gain valuable political experience and learn how a congressional campaign is run. More info is available in the CCC or email the campaign office at [email protected].
• Seniors signing up for Art scholarships should bring in a CD or portfolio of your art work. The CCC will submit your art along with your scholarship notebook to the various art scholarship donors.
• Catalyst Test Prep is offering an ACT Boot camp at El Segundo High School on Sat - Sun April 2nd and 3rd. Cost is $165. For more info visit www.CatalystPrep.com and click Boot camp Sign-Up.
• Register on Naviance for the following College Rep Visits in the CCC:
Santa Monica Community College: Thursday, March 30 period 3.
University of Tampa: Thursday, March 30 period 6
• CCC will be closed TODAY, March 28th
• Our last career presentation, Careers in Medicine, is Wednesday, March 30 in the CCC during lunch. This Career Day features physicians, a medical social worker, and a physical therapist. All students are welcome to attend. No sign ups required.
FACULTY
• Please dismiss the Badminton team at 2:00 TODAY for their match.