Franklin High School

Quaker Announcements for Friday, May 24th (A Day)

New/Timely Entries

CLOTHING DRIVE FOR PTA CLOTHING CLOSET: There will be a clothing drive from May 28th through June 7th to gather clothes for the PTA Clothing Closet. This is a competition between the students and the staff/community. All clean, gently worn clothes are welcome; like jackets, shirts, pants, shoes, sweatshirts, ect. Boxes to donate the clothes will be located in the main hall, main office, and counseling office.   Make a difference!  Help a fellow PPS student!

 

CONGRATULATIONS 2013/14 STUDENT LEADERS: Senior Class President – John Rojas, Senior Class Admin Assistant – Emma Childs, Junior Class President – Jackie Nguyen, Junior Class Admin Assistant – Ahmed Gedi, Sophomore Class President – Rosie Orellana, and Sophomore Class Admin Assistant – Quinna Hadley.

 

STUDENTS NEEDED TO GIVE CAMPUS TOURS: Students interested in leading a tour during the PPS Long Range Planning Committee meeting on May 30, 2013 from 5-7 PM can volunteer with Mr. Steve Matthews in the Main Office.

VOLLEYBALL MEETING:Volleyball meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 29^th, after school in the gym.

PARENTS ARE INVITED TO A DISTRICT EVENT: On June 12, Portland Public Schools presents an evening event for parents.  Participants have an opportunity to learn about the Common Core State Standards and experience what teaching and learning are like in a Common Core classroom.  Please register online for Understanding the New Standardsat http://goo.gl/QCGQU  or visit your school office and ask for registration assistance.  Questions?  Contact the Department of Instruction, Curriculum, and Assessment at 503-916-3077 or 503-916-5404 ext 71053.

SENIOR ALL NIGHT PARTY (SANP) Important information for seniors who signed up for the SENIOR ALL NIGHT PARTY:  Come to the FHS gym at 9:30 p.m. on 6/11 to check-in.  The bus will leave promptly at 10:00 p.m.  Wear comfortable clothes.  Bring a bathing suit wrapped in a towel (no backpacks).  Do not bring any money or other valuables.  Turn your permission slip in if you haven’t done so already.  Not yet signed up?  The deadline has been extended to Fri., 5/31.  Some financial assistance is still available.  Permission slips and financial assistance forms are available in the student store, main office, counseling office and on the Franklin website.

Important Continuing Items    

Check out what Seniors recommend underclassmen to read. View the display case at the entrance to the library to discover what seniors have recommended as some of their favorite books. Pick up a list at the front counter and you have books to read over the summer for enjoyment.

PROJECT OPTIONS IS HERE Mondays & Thursdays!Learn the truth about alcohol effects and discuss real life situations. Project Options is here during lunch in Room 149. Come hang out, eat pizza, and get a free gift card. 

TECH FOR TOMORROW:Interested in becoming a web superstar and developing mobile apps or games? Meet-ups are EVERY Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30-5:00 in the library for web apps and gaming. Bring a friend.

MESSAGE FOR MR. STREMMING’S STUDENTS:Stremming's Students: come to his room (250) during office hours on Wednesdays for writing tutorials. Together you will review and practice academic writing skills. This is a great opportunity to help you with your final projects!

ARE YOU A YOUNG LADY WHO WANTS HER VOICE HEARD? If so, come to Ms. Childs room 244 during lunch every Monday.  We want to hear from you!

College, Career and Counseling Info 

• Juniors, SAVE THE DATE!  Junior ‘Now I’m A Senior” Night planning evening on June 4th from 6-9.  We'll begin with a student panel, and then offer workshops on financial aid, campus visits and interviewing, options beyond high school and apprenticeships and trades.  Afterwards enjoy some ice cream and visit with representatives from PSU, Mt. Hood, Warner Pacific, U of O, OSU and Linfield to ask questions about the process of choosing a college and being prepared for senior year!
  
  
• Attention all seniors who are going to Portland Community College!!! If you have not taken your Placement test, this will be a great opportunity for you: PCC SE Center have scheduled a PCC Placement tests day for Franklin HS students on Monday, June 3^rdat 9:00 AM. Students will need to have their photo ID and their PCC G number. Please talk to Holly or Raquel to register, or if you have questions. Transportation from Franklin to PCC will be provided.

·         Looking for summer volunteer opportunities? The Junior Volunteer program at Legacy Good SamaritanHospitalis pleased to offer high school students a variety of experiences based in a hospital setting. You will have the unique opportunity to work as team member within the hospital environment. It will be a great way for students to develop job skills (also good for resumes and college applications!). Applications are available in room 108.

·         Juniors, applying for college or a scholarship in the fall? Interested in developing the skills you need to write a college essay that stands out from the crowd? Why not get a head start and sign up for Writing the College Essay. More information and registration form on the Counseling Office counter!

Club News

·         Key Club meets TODAY, Friday, at lunch in room 102.  The banquet is TODAY, Friday, at 5:30 in the cafeteria; set up is at 4:30.  Final Key Club meeting of the year will be on Friday, May 31^st.

SUN News

Do you enjoy working with children? Want to help with Atkinson Elementary School's carnival? They are looking for high school students to volunteer on Friday, June 7th between 4-8pm. Help with games, food, facepainting, dunk tank and more! See Amber in The SUN Center if you're interested.