OTHS Announcements

International Dance Festival

2010-02-08T14:51:00.000-05:00

The University of Maine is proud to sponsor the sixth annual International Dance Festival on Saturday February 20, at 2:00 pm and at 7:00 pm at the Collins Center for the Arts, University of Maine. This event is designed to provide an opportunity for the public to enjoy the rich cultural heritage of the many countries and cultures represented on their campus. The festival will feature dances from over a dozen different regions of the world performed by University of Maine students. The festival is free and open to everyone. If you have any questions or need additional information, stop by guidance.

Summer Opportunities

2010-02-08T14:34:00.000-05:00

National Conservation Crews for High School students age 15-19

*Gain hands-on conservation and outdoor skills

* 3 – 5 week projects in parks and forests

* Crews of 6 – 8 students lead by 2 trained adult leaders

*Camping equipment and meals provided.

For three-to-five weeks during each summer, high school students engage in meaningful programs that promote citizenship, teamwork and stewardship of the land. SCA National Conservation Crew members complete many types of projects: Building trails, shelters, and bridges, restoring habitats, and maintaining historic sites on public lands. If you are interested visit www.thesca.org

Learn in the Bay of Fundy –Huntsman Ocean Sciences

Summer courses 2010

High school students (age 15-18): Teachers institute:

Marine Biology July 11 -16 Marine Biodiversity July 26-30

Marine Vertebrates August 3-7

Located in New Brunswick, at the mouth of the Bay of Fundy, the Huntsman Marine Science Centre is a not-for-profit organization with an educational mission to foster an “active stewardship” of our oceans. Educating students and teachers about their role is critical to this mission. Participating in our all-inclusive courses is an excellent way for students and teachers to enhance their knowledge through a hands-on experience with like-minded peers.

Visit their website for more information www.huntsmanmarine.ca

A couple of events for interested students

2010-02-08T13:05:00.000-05:00

Engineers Week Expo

A celebration of Engineers Week for students and their families, teachers and friends:

Saturday, February 27, 2010 9am – 2 pm at The University of Maine Field House Orono, Maine.

There will be a $2 per person donation at the door.

Maine Entrepreneurship Week event

Come to the Hannaford Lecture Hall at the University of Southern Maine Abromson Center on Feb 23^rd at 6 pm. Six world-class entrepreneurs will share their stories, and their adventures.

If you are interested in either - there will be more information located in guidance.

PSAT/College Access/AP Info

2010-02-06T14:33:00.000-05:00

Sophomore and Junior Students and Parents

A letter went out recently to inform you about the PSAT/College Access/AP
Info Night we are having on February 22nd at 6 PM in the cafe. This is a
great opportunity to come and learn about how to improve SAT scores, find
out what you need to do to prepare to go on to college, and to find out more
about our Advanced Placement Program.

If you have any questions please contact Mrs. Ketch or Mr. Doty. Snacks
will be provided!!

AP Exams

2010-02-06T14:30:00.000-05:00

Students- Deadline for signing up for any AP Exam is March 18th. If you
have not received a red book, please see Mrs. Ketch is the Student Services
Office. The deposit of $13 per test in cash or check should be given to
Mrs. St.Louis in the Student Services office. (checks should be made out to
Old Town High school)

The Balance of $73 is due before you take your exam.

New Scholarships

2010-02-03T14:46:00.000-05:00

KIWANIS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP (OLD TOWN/ORONO)

Eligible Academic achievement, evidence of financial need, and service to school and community

Amount Two scholarships in the amount of $1,200 renewable for a second year.

To Apply Ask for an application in the guidance office.

Deadline March

New Scholarships

2010-02-03T13:49:00.000-05:00

RSU34 EDUCATION ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP

Eligible Relative who is a member of the RSU34 Education Association

To Apply Applications are available in guidance

College Acceptances

2010-02-03T12:10:00.000-05:00

Congratulations to the following students for their acceptances:

Zakary Kochis for Husson University major in Business Administration-Sports Management

Kasey Thurston for Husson University

Garrett Johnson for Northern Maine Community College major in Electrical Construction & Maintenance

Whitney Buck for Becker College major in the Veterinary Tech. Program.

Molly Baillargeon for Eastern Maine Community College

Rachel Kosnow for University of Maine at Farmington and University of Southern Maine major in English

Jessica Hamilton for The University of Maine major in Studio Art

PrepMe

2010-02-02T10:26:00.001-05:00

Juniors- On Wednesday during ATS, student services staff will be coming
around to give information about the PrepMe program- a free on-line
opportunity to help prepare students for the SAT.

Students will need to sign up by 2 PM on Friday 2/5/10 if they are
interested. See Mrs. St.Louis to Sign up!

For more information visit www.prepme.com or see Mrs. Ketch in the Student
Services Office.

Brown Bag Lunch Series

2010-01-29T16:00:00.001-05:00

Monday February 8th from 11:15 12: 15 will be the next installment of the
brown bag lunch series. This talk will feature a profession in the
department of Kinesiology. Students who major in Kinesiology can go onto
careers in Physical Education, Athletic Training/Sports Medicine and
Physical Therapy.
Lunch will be provided.

Juniors and Seniors who are interested should sign up in Guidance with Mrs.
St.Louis. Space is limited to 20 participants.

--
Amy Ketch
Assistant Principal- Academics
Old Town High School
827-3910 x309

National Guard

2010-01-29T14:12:00.001-05:00

February 4^th at 1:00 The National Guard representative will be in the guidance office.

If you are interested in speaking with him sign up in the guidance office.

New Scholarships

2010-01-29T12:12:00.000-05:00

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION – MAINE CHAPTER 276

Eligible Graduating high school senior (male or female); desire a career in construction, construction management, architecture, civil, mechanical, structural, or electrical engineering; must be enrolled as a full time student.

Amount $500.00

To Apply Ask for an application in guidance

Deadline May

MAUDE MACKENZIE SCHOLARSHIP (GFWC/Maine Federation of Women’s Club)

Eligible Student who has been accepted by a college or university. Academic Average, Service in school and community.

Amount $1000.00

To Apply Ask for application in the guidance office

Deadline April

They also have an interest-free loan application

MAINE INKEEPERS EDUCATION FOUNDATION

Eligible Open to any Maine student pursing a career in the lodging or foodservice field who will be attending a university or vocational school for hotel or foodservice management and operations.

To Apply Ask guidance for application

Deadline April

MAINELY CHARACTER

Eligible -Maine High School Senior who demonstrates courage, integrity, responsibility and concern for others.

Amount (1) $5,000.

To Apply www.mainelycharacter.org

Deadline March 1

College Acceptances

2010-01-26T13:45:00.000-05:00

Congratulations to Elizabeth Bailey for her acceptance into The University of Maine and University of Southern Maine, major in Athletic Training.

New Scholarship

2010-01-22T13:18:00.000-05:00

NIAAA National Interscholastic Athletic Award

Eligible Graduating high school senior (male or female); Must have participated in two sports for at least two years in each sport, must have earned at least one varsity letter in each of two sports. Applicant must have achieved at least two of the following: B+ average; ranked in the top 25% of class and ACT score of 24 or an SAT score of 1100 (Verbal and math only)

Amount Plaque, $250.00 and chance to win up to $2,000.00

To Apply Ask for an application in guidance

Deadline February 28, 2010

Acceptances

2010-01-20T11:04:00.000-05:00

Congratulations to the following students for their College Acceptances:

Elexa Nickerson The University of Maine in the Explorations Program.

Whitney Buck The University of Maine major in Animal & Veterinary Science.

Brittnie Young Husson University major in the Health Care Studies Program.

Casey Clark The University of Maine major in Electrical Engineering.

Final yearbook sales

2010-01-19T13:29:00.000-05:00

Monday, January 25, 2010 is the absolute last day to purchase a pre-sale
yearbook. After this date personalization will not be available. The cost
of a yearbook is $60 pre-sale. The price will be $75 in the spring. Orders
can be placed in Room 209 with Mrs. White or on-line using the link from the
OTHS web page.

Girls Interested in math & science

2010-01-15T11:11:00.001-05:00

Join the Girl¹s Grantmaking Initiative

Hey Girls! The Maine Women¹s Fund and the National Girls Collaborative want
YOU to help us give away $25,000 in grant money to help get more girls
interested and active in science, technology, engineering, and math jobs and
hobbies.

If you¹re a girl in 8th-12th grade interested in helping grow programs that
serve girls, we want you to apply to be on the girls¹ grantmaking team!

When: March 6, 1PM 5 PM
Where: Bowdoin College, Brunswick
Who: Girls in grades 8 -12
How: Applications due February 5th, 2010, submitted via email to
Elizabeth@mainewomensfund.org and via mail to: Elizabeth Stefanski, Maine
Women¹s Fund, 565 Congress Street Ste 306, Portland ME 04101.

See Mrs. White in Room 209 for more information.

New Scholarships

2010-01-14T11:37:00.000-05:00

USM SCHOLARSHIP

Eligible Student planning to attend USM

Amount $40,000 - $5,000 each for four years

To Apply

http://updates.pressherald.mainetoday.com/updates/wright-express-funds-40k-usm-scholarship

AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION OF MAINE SCHOLARSHIP

Eligible -U.S. citizen & resident of Maine entering first year of education or training; involved with the game of golf as a player or employee of a golf facility

Amount -(2) $500.00

To Apply - Ask for an application in the guidance office when posted on scholarship board

Selection -Sponsoring organization

Deadline March

FREEDOM OF THE PRESS HIGH SCHOOL ESSAY CONTEST

Students from grades 9 – 12 are able to participate. A 300 – 500 word essay. One winner is chosen to compete in the national competition. This year the topic is “Why are free and independent news media important?” Your entry should be postmarked by March 5, 2010. For Official Rules please go to http://www.spj.org/a-hs.asp or pick up the paperwork in your guidance office.

College Acceptances

2010-01-13T10:11:00.001-05:00

Congratulations to the following students for their acceptances:

Chelsea Smart - University of Southern Maine and The University of Maine major in Elementary Education

Emily Lovejoy - The University of Maine Top Scholar, major in Molecular & Cellular Biology

Benjamin Segee - The University of Maine Top Scholar, major in Marine Science

Joshua Moul - Husson University

2010-01-12T14:38:00.000-05:00

A former student of ours, Erin St.Peter will be in the guidance office Thursday during ATS to speak with interested students about Bowdoin College or any other competitive schools. You will need to sign up and get a pass for that day and time in guidance.

New Scholarships

2010-01-07T12:48:00.000-05:00

MILITARY ORDER OF THE COOTIES SKIN ISLAND PUP TENT 21 NURSING SCHOLARSHIP

Eligible Graduating High School senior planning to attend a 2 or 4 year school in Nursing

Amount (1) $1000 or split (2) $500

Deadline April 2, 2010

PENOBSCOT RETIRED TEACHERS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP

Eligible Graduating High School senior planning to pursue a career in education

Amount $1000.00

Deadline April 7, 2010

Project Graduation Parent Meeting

2010-01-07T11:42:00.000-05:00

There will be a Project Graduation Parent Meeting on February 1, 2010 in the cafeteria at Old Town High School at 6:00 p.m. This meeting will provide an explanation of Project Graduation but more importantly we are asking for parental assistance in making this a memorable celebration.

Thank you,

Donna Lodge

Secretary to the Principal

Old Town High School

Academic Breakfast

2010-01-05T14:17:00.001-05:00

This Friday we will be holding the Academic Awards Breakfast in the
cafetorium during period 1. Students who have received an invitation will go
straight to the breakfast. Attendance will be taken and sent to teachers.

Students who usually purchase breakfast in the café before school may still
do so.

Study hall students period 1 will report to the Gym.

--
Amy Ketch
Assistant Principal- Academics
Old Town High School
827-3910 x309

Senior Parent Ads for Yearbook

2010-01-05T11:30:00.000-05:00

The yearbook staff extended the deadline for Senior Parent Ads through
January 5, 2010. However, we will accept ads through this week. Contact
Kari White (kari.white@rsu34.org) with questions.

Brown Bag Lunch Series

2010-01-05T10:00:00.000-05:00

Attention Juniors and Seniors

Monday January 11th will be the first in a series of Brown Bag Lunches.
This first lunch will feature a discussion with University of Maine, College
of Education Associate Dean OJ Logue. This will be a chance for students
who are interested in majoring in education to come and find out some
details about what is needed to have a career in education. Lunch will be
provided. Please sign up in guidance if you are interested.

The lunch and discussion will take place most of period 3 (White day).
Permission slips will be required.

--
Amy Ketch
Assistant Principal- Academics
Old Town High School
827-3910 x309