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
Thursday, March 31, 2011 Regular Schedule
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STUDENT INFORMATION
• AP Commitment forms and Waiver forms are now available under News on the Costa Website (miracostahigh.org). These forms are to be turned in during lunch the week of April 11-15 at the student store.
• 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.
• The annual student art show will be held at the Manhattan Beach Creative Arts Center April 23rd- May 5th. All students are encouraged to participate. Entries can be any medium. See Ms. Martin, Mr. Reichardt, or Ms. Zask in Room 116, 107 or 102 for more info and official entry form. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Deadline to submit work is Friday, April 1st.
• Last days of Custom Cover Contest
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. Prize: $100.00 American Express Gift Card.
• 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.
• Interested in being in ASB Student Government next year? You must come to a meeting at lunch Thursday 3/31 in Room 40. Hope to see you there!
• Students wishing to park in the student lot, see Ms. Gardner in the Guidance Office.
• "Today is the last day to vote for Calif. Young Reader Medal nominees. Get your vote in on the ballot on the library blog today. And, author D.J. MacHale's visit is just around the corner, on April 19. Come to the library now to sign up to attend one of the assemblies during periods 3 or 4. Also, come borrow one of his books to read and get an order form to buy a book you can get autographed.
• The library after school program will meet in the CCC TODAY."
• AP Students: Rosters for the 2011 AP Exams have now been posted on the front windows for the Administration Building showing room assignments and times. Please check the rosters ASAP. If you’re registered and do not see your name, please see Ms. Norris in the office immediately.
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].
• Attention NHS members: Don’t forget that we have a meeting this Friday, April 1st at lunch in the auditorium. If you are unable to attend, see Mrs. Wachell after the break in Room 32.
• Come to Invisible Children Club TODAY at lunch in Room 26. All are welcome!
• Come to Key Club TODAY in Room 61 for cool community service.
• Relay for Life Club meeting TODAY in Room 35. All are welcome!
• New Life Christian Club meeting TODAY in Mrs. Manago’s room, Room 66.
• Lend a Hand Club TODAY at lunch in Room 41!
SENIORS
• Seniors! If you are signing with a sport in college, please email your name, sport, and college to [email protected]. Thanks!
SPORTS
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
• A rep for The Summer Business Institute, a business and leadership training program will be in the CCC this Thursday at lunch. This is a good summer opportunity offered at a number of college campuses including Loyola Marymount and UCLA and USC.
• 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:
Corrected dates and periods
Stevens Institute of Technology, N.J Friday, April 1, period 6
FACULTY
• STAFF: Reminder to fill out Health and Welfare Benefits Survey by Friday, April 1st.
Link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/QCHNZYT
• Classified Payroll due to Mary by 9:30am TODAY, March 31st
• TODAY is recycling Thursday. Please have a student take your classroom bin to the recycling center on Stadium Way behind Room 74. Thank you.