"Choosing the lesser of two evils is still choosing evil." Jerry Garcia, Musician
#MotivationalMonday #EHSCatsCan
2nd Nine Weeks AR Deadlines!
SouthArk is providing a FUN day after the ACT tomorrow!
The last day for SOCKtober is tomorrow! Don't forget to pick up a package and take them to your homeroom teacher!
Beta Club is collecting socks--any size, any style--for local non-profits. You can bring your socks to your homeroom teacher by this Friday, October 26th. The students from the winning class will receive a free slush AND a cookie from the Wildcat Cafe!
Teenage Republicans will meet again Friday, Oct.26 @ 7:30am in 2412.
Mrs. Mize's English IV students have spent the time drawing Grendel from the literary masterpiece Beowulf. They are using the text to create their interpretation of this infamous monster, complete with quotes and analysis of the character. Check out these images outside her classroom down the English hallway and on Facebook!
Make plans to attend the PURPLE & WHITE basketball game on Saturday, November 3rd!
EHS and ESD want to give a HUGE thank you to the MurphyUSA Finance Department for sponsoring a food drive for the El Dorado School District Backpack Program!
The MUSA Finance Department hosted a competition between the building floors to see who could bring the most items. The 2nd Floor won, bringing in 823 total items. They even received a handmade trophy!
The Backpack Program supports the students who are considered "food insecure," meaning there are times when they do not know when or where their next meal will be. There are around 80 students each year that benefit from this program, according to the program director Kim Thomas, EHS Counseling Department Coordinator. With over 909 individual items and 654 multipack items donated, the MurphyUSA Finance Department made a huge contribution toward supporting these students.
Thank you to the Finance Advisory Team, Trey Mitchell, Pam Cook, Kristin Loggins, Brent Little, Amy Wright, Tammy Taylor, and Cole Sturdivant, for supporting ESD schools and our local community. We are SO GRATEFUL for your contribution!
The Blacklight Pep Rally will be held on October 28th at 6:30pm in the Wildcat Arena. See a cheerleader to get a ticket!
HEY SENIORS!!!
Thursday, October 25th is for you!!
4:00 -7:00 pm The Arkansas Department of Career Education in collaboration with EHS is pleased to announce that it has designated the month of October as Arkansas College Application Month. On October 25, all seniors and parents are encouraged to complete the FAFSA at the FAFSA- Federal financial aid workshop at EHS Media Center(Library). Bring your family’s 2017 tax return and complete the FAFSA application with the help of our College and Career Coaches and SouthArk representatives.
Tendremos un intérprete.
6:00 pm SENIORS & PARENTS meeting – EHS Cafeteria Information will be given concerning the El Dorado Promise, FAFSA- Federal scholarship aid, the Arkansas Challenge Scholarship and other scholarships. Door prizes will be awarded to seniors attending!
Kyra Dismuke visited our EAST program to present a lesson on Cricut Design Space to a group of students. She is the owner of, The Knotty Krafter, where she specializes in custom vinyl, glitter, and rhinestone apparel. The group of students are planning to decorate a book drop located in the Media Center. They will use vinyl Wildcat decals to add to its appearance.
Thanks, Mrs. Dismuke, for sharing with our students!!
"Always remember that you are absolutely unique. Just like everyone else." Margaret Mead, Anthropologist
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The College Board has announced a new scholarship system: the College Board Opportunity Scholarships, a $25 million commitment to encourage more students to take the steps necessary to get into college. This first-of-its-kind national scholarship program lays out six simple steps that all students can take to get into college. Students have the chance to earn scholarships when they:
1. Build their college list.
2. Practice for the SAT®.
3. Improve their SAT score.
4. Strengthen their college list.
5. Fill out the FAFSA.
6. Apply to college.
Beginning with the class of 2020, we'll be awarding scholarships ranging from $500 to $40,000.
This isn’t your typical scholarship program. It doesn’t require an essay or an application, and it doesn’t have a minimum GPA or SAT score requirement. The College Board Opportunity Scholarships are different. The program is open to all students who attend high school in the United States, Puerto Rico, and other U.S. territories.
The College Board Opportunity Scholarships were designed to save counselors time by providing simple guidance to all kids. By taking each step, students can show college admission officers their resourcefulness and grit beyond test scores alone, while being rewarded along the way.
Students can begin today by signing up on our site. The first step is to make a starter list of six colleges they want to attend. Just by making that list, they earn a chance for a $500 scholarship.
For more information, go to this link: https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/?SFMC_cid=EM85689-&rid=47167895
Check out the Biomedical Informatics Discovery Day at UAMS on November 10th...registration information below!
Did you miss the first photography club meeting? No worries! We will meet before school on Tuesday, October 23rd at 7:30am in 1524. Come by and see what photography club is all about! Open to all EHS students and staff! You don't need a digital camera to join! The deadline to pay dues has been extended til November 16th.
Just a reminder that FALL BREAK begins tomorrow!
Looking to get someone special a Halloween treat? We've got a scary good deal for you! Buy a "Bag for your Boo" full of goodies to be delivered to them on Halloween. Sizes and prices range from $3-$10. And, here's a spooky good idea, you can always buy one for yourself! Order Tuesday through Friday of next week!
Take on the challenge donate. Please support the JROTC Blood Drive on Monday November 12th from 7:30 am to 3:00 pm. Sign up will begin Tuesday October 16th on all lunch shifts. Parental permission is required for all 16 year old to donate blood, consent forms will be provided at the time of sign up.
SOCKtober is here!
Started four years ago by Kid President, the YouTube inspiration and personality, Socktober is an opportunity for kids and grown-ups to help those in need in a fun and easy way!
Beta Club is collecting NEW socks--any size, any style--for local non-profits. Last year, we collected 459 pairs of socks. Our goal this year is 500 pairs. Help us reach that goal! You can bring your socks to your homeroom teacher. The students from the winning class will receive a free slush AND a cookie from the Wildcat Cafe! The socks will be divided and delivered to local organizations such as The Call, Turning Point Shelter, and nursing homes. Help us make a difference this SOCKtober!
Do you love acting? What about being in charge? How about building things? Thespians might be the group for you! Dues are $25 and the deadline is extended through this Thursday! If you have any questions, please ask Mrs. Freeman in room 1808 or email her at jfreeman@esd-15.org
