Newman Central Catholic High School

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A tutor is needed for an 8th grade student at St. Mary's, Sterling on Tues. and Thurs. during homeroom till 3:00. If interested see Mrs. Kelly ASAP

All Students: In recognition of Black History Month, Student Council has posted 10 trivia questions around the school in various locations. Your task is to answer all 10 questions and turn them into Mrs. Verdick’s mailbox by Feb. 25th for a chance to win 2 tickets to the ASA BMX triples competition on March. 20th or qualify for another surprise if you are unable to attend (night of school musical). If you have any questions, see Mrs. Verdick.

Are you interested in becoming a doctor? There will be an informational session on Wednesday, Feb. 10th during homeroom with Dr. Paul Steinke from the Sterling Rock Falls Clinic. See Mrs. Kelly by Tuesday, Feb. 9th to sign up.

Sauk Valley Community College is hosting a Women in Engineering and Technology day on Friday, Feb. 26th from 8:00 - 3:00. If interested see Mrs. Kelly

CELEBRATE with Newman and take a chance to win $1,000!! Donation of $10.00 per chance. Only 800 tickets printed. Drawing will be held April 17th, 2010 at the Newman Central Catholic High School’s NHS Present…dinner/dance/auction. Please contact the Development Department 815.625.0500, ext. 16 or 17, if you are interested in purchasing a ticket. --Mrs. Sunday

Junior girls living in Dixon: Applications are available for the 2010 Petunia Festival Royalty and Pinky Petunia. Applications are due Friday, Feb. 19th in the guidance office. See Mrs. Kelly for an application.

Math Club: Please meet with Mrs. Wade during homeroom on Feb. 9th & 11th.

Library : The BigRead is up and howling with "Call of the Wild" by Jack London! While no specific class is reading this book, there are several contests based on the novel that you might want to enter. $75 goes to the top 3 Sauk Valley area high school students who write a winning short story, original poetry, or *NEW* photography contest! February 19th is the deadline for submission. Contact Mrs. Schauff for details if you are interested in participating. Possible extra credit for submitted work is available. Adults can join too and the prize money is $100 for the top 3 winners.

Please check the Moodle overdue & fee list! Stop by and take care of your account. Sign up to receive e-mail alerts so you can avoid fines. New books for February include:

Praying the Rosary: any students wishing to pray the Rosary during homeroom on Fridays, please report to Mrs. Hannan at the beginning of homeroom. She will take attendance and students will stay with her until the bell.

John Angotti, world famous Christian Rock singer will be performing Saturday February 20th at the Historic Dixon Theatre. Pre-Show will begin at 6:30PM and the actual performance begins at 7PM. Ticket prices: $15 in advance/$20 at door, Senior (65+) $12 in advance/$17 at door, Family ticket $60 in advance and covers 2 adults and multiple children in same household. Check out John Angotti’s music www.johnangotti.com. Tickets are available at the Newman Development Department. All proceeds support the education at St. Mary’s School, Dixon. --Mrs. Jarvis

The 2nd annual Second Look Prom and Homecoming Dress Sale is February 27, 2010. This is a Non- for- Profit way to give girls a chance to make it to the dance without spending a small fortune! Last year we had 50 girls walk out the door with a beautiful gown priced under $30. We distributed the $800 we made to the girls' schools. We are in need of dresses, all sizes and in great condition, for Prom and Homecoming. We are also accepting purses/clutches that would compliment any of the garments.Click on link above to see the flyer with details!

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