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(photo credit: Dr. Wolf)
GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM GETS FIRST CIF WIN IN 20 YEARS!
Your Glendale Nitros travelled to Whittier on Thursday, February 16th for a first-round CIF Southern Section Division II-A game. The Nitros, who were trailing at half-time by 9 points, turned up the heat to tie the game at the end of the third quarter 39-39. The Nitro Defense made impressive moves in the 4th quarter, stifling Whittier and holding them to just seven 4th quarter points, while the Nitro offense kicked into gear, scoring 17 points to win the game 56-46!
(Photo credit: Pat Lancaster)
The next CIF play-off game is THIS SATURDAY at GHS at 7 pm in the gym. The 7th-ranked Lady Nitros take on 8th-ranked Notre Dame. General admission to the game is $10. High School students and children are $5. No ASB or Faculty discounts. Please come out and support our Girls Basketball squad!
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UPCOMING COLLEGE REP VISITS
Juniors & Sophomores, college admissions reps from the following colleges and universities are visiting GHS! Stop by and start planning your future.
3/2 - Arizona State University - James Gilbey, L.A. Regional Coordinator, Admissions Services will meet with students at lunch (12:27 - 1:02).
Arizona State University is a public research university currently ranked #1 in the U.S. for Most Innovative Schools. In addition to the prestigious Barrett Honors College and renowned Walter Cronkite School of Journalism, ASU is ranked 12th in the nation for Management and Entrepreneurship. In 2007, ASU opened the first sustainability college in the country and today is ranked #1 in Sustainability.
For more info on Arizona State University, check out:
Barrett Honors College
Walter Cronkite School of Journalism
School of Sustainability
Management and Entrepreneurship
3/7 Syracuse University - Janet Recchia, Assistant Director Admissions, specializing in Visual and Performing Arts will be on campus.
10:00-11:00 Visual & Performing Arts students only
11:29-12:27 visiting Ms. Shiroyan's AP Art Class for portfolio reviews
12:27-1:02 General Syracuse presentation at lunchtime
3/13 American University - Jeremiah Rakowski, Regional Assistant Director of Admissions will meet with students at lunch 12:27 - 1:02
American University, located in Washington, D.C., is one of the best universities in the nation for Political Science, Law and International Studies. As a liberal arts college, however, it also has strong programs in many other areas including Business, Journalism, Film, Psychology, Biology, Pre-med, Neuroscience, and Theatre.
4/5 Oregon State University - Justin Strohmeyer, Regional Admissions Advisor will be in the College & Career room from 12:27 - 1:02.
Oregon State is the top research university in Oregon. Located in Corvallis, one of the safest, smartest, greenest small cities in the nation, OSU has strong programs in engineering/computer science, animal science/vet med, agriculture, forestry, marine sciences, health sciences, and business, just to name a few!
4/11 Emerson College - Amy Mitchell, Associate Director- Admissions LA Campus will be here from 10:00 - 10:30.
Emerson College is an all Arts and Communications school with strong programs in Theater, Journalism, Film, Creative Writing, Comedy & Communications. Emerson's main campus is in Boston, but they also have a campus in Los Angeles! Film, Drama and Journalism students are strongly encouraged to stop by and meet Ms. Mitchell on April 11th at 10 am!
4/12 Hawai'i Pacific University - Michael Taylor, Associate Director of Admissions will be here from 12:27 - 1:02
Hawai'i Pacific University is a private university known for its diverse student body who represent nearly 80 countries. The offers a variety of different programs including Business, Nursing, Psychology, Pre-Med, Marine Biology, Nursing and Environmental Science, none of which are impacted. Check out HPU's website for more info.
4/13 University of Michigan - Kristopher Tesaro, Regional Admissions Recruitment Coordinator will be here from 12:27 - 1:02
University of Michigan is a highly regarded public research university made up of 19 schools and colleges. They offer many programs including architecture, dentistry, education, engineering, kinesiology, medicine, law and more.
5/18 Harvey Mudd College - Misha Kabashima, Assistant Director of Admissions will be here from 12:27 - 1:02
Harvey Mudd College is a private residential liberal arts college of science, engineering, and mathematics located in Claremont, California. They have strong programs in biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, and engineering (and some combinations of those majors). Any advanced students interested in these should stop by and talk to Ms. Kabashima. AP Calc and AP Physics students, don't miss this opportunity!
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2017 - 2018 PROPOSED SLATE OF EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
GLENDALE HIGH SCHOOL PTSA
The Nominating Committee for the Glendale High School PTSA has met and is proposing the following slate of candidates for the PTSA's Executive Board for the 2017-2018 school year.
This slate will be voted on at our Founder's Day Association meeting on Monday, March 13th at 6 pm in the GHS library. All members of the Glendale High community are welcome to attend.
Please note there are still several vacant positions. If you are interested in serving on the PTSA Board next year, please email Linda Guzik at lindagpta@gmail.com
Bolded positions indicate positions that will be voted on by the Association on 3/13/17. Positions in Italics are appointed positions.
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SCHOOL BOARD CANDIDATES FORUM
MARCH 8TH FROM 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Glendale Council PTA will be hosting a Candidates Forum for those individuals running for school board on March 8th from 6:30 - 8:30 pm in the GUSD Board Room. All candidates from all zones are invited to participate. Please come on out and educate yourself about the issues facing GUSD today and find out where your candidates stand.
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New events in RED
College Visits in GREEN
Feb. 20: President's Day - NO SCHOOL
March 1: Deadline to Order AP tests
March 2: Arizona State Univ. Rep on Campus (at lunch)
March 3: Oratorical (JWPAC, 2nd period - parents welcome!)
March 3: ACT registration deadline
March 6: Banking Day
March 6: Scholastic Bowl (JWPAC 7:00)
March 7: Syracuse Univ. Admissions Rep on Campus
March 9: Instrumental Music Concert (JWPAC 7:00)
March 11: SAT (late registration deadline 2/28)
March 13: American Univ. Admissions Rep (at lunch)
March 13: PTSA Association Mtg (Founder's Day and Honorary Service Awards)
March 17: Minimum Day
March 20-24: Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
March 27: NO SCHOOL (staff on duty)
March 28 - 31: Drama Performance (7:00 - Ye Little Theater)
April 3: Banking Day
April 5: Oregon State Univ. Admissions Rep on Campus (at lunch)
April 6: Open House
April 7: MInimum Day
April 11: Emerson College Admissions Rep on Campus (10:00 - 10:30)
April 12: Hawaii Pacific University Admissions Rep on Campus (at lunch)
April 13: University of MIchigan Admissions Rep (at lunch)
April 18-28: 11th Graders CAASPP testing
May 18th: Harvey Mudd College Admissions Rep on campus (12:27 - 1:02)
*BANKING DAYS (12:57 Dismissal)
March 6, April 3 & 17, May 1
*MINIMUM DAYS (12:57 Dismissal)
March 17, April 7
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First District PTA Commemorative Scholarship
Due Date to the Glendale Council PTA -
March 1, 2017
Available Scholarships: Commemorative scholarships awarded in the amount of $750 to graduating high senior students who have achievements, service and involvement in the following areas: Community Service, Leadership, School Related Activities, Extra Curricular Activities, Work Experience, Extenuating Circumstances
First District PTA encourages applications reflective of students who have: a minimum of 2.0 GPA; worked diligently and to the best of their academic abilities; displayed good citizenship in a positive manner; been involved in school or community activities; and held an after-school, part-time or summer job and/or managed extra home responsibilities.
Applicants must be:
1. A 2017 graduating high school senior
2. A California resident
3. A member of the high school PTA/PTSA in good standing
4. Planning to attend college, university, trade or tech school in the fall of 2017
Following items must be submitted with the application:
1. A completed application form
2. A copy of the current PTA/PTSA membership card on an 8 1/2" x 11" sheet of paper, with student signature
3. A typed essay/personal statement of 500 words or less describing your career plans, goals and objectives, any community service, leadership involvement, school-related activities, extra-curricular activities, work experience or extenuating responsibilities that you feel would be valuable for the selection committee to know
4. A letter of recommendation
5. School transcript
Follow up: Applicants will be notified by Glendale Council PTA if selected by First District
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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FROM
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE VERDUGOS
The Community Foundation’s scholarships are created by individuals and organizations to assist students who are pursuing a higher education.
Here are a few things you should know about our scholarships:
- Scholarship monies are charitable grants which you do not need to pay back.
- Each scholarship has a specific eligibility criteria that is defined by the donor when the fund is created — browse to see which awards you’re eligible for by reading the scholarship cover sheets.
- Awards are based on individual parameters and the decision of the Scholarship Committee is final.
The scholarship application deadline for 2017 is:
- March 2, 2017
- Letters of Recommendation, Official Academic Transcripts & FAFSA Student Aid Reports (SAR) must all be submitted by the deadline
For more information and to apply, visit The Community Foundation of the Verdugos' website.
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