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1 FOGHORN Park Center Senior High January 11 th 22 nd 2016 Lunch Menu: January 11-15: Monday Sweet n Sour Chicken or Hamburger Tuesday Taco Salad or Hamburger Wednesday Meatball or Riblet Sandwich or Hamburger Thursday Chicken Parmesan or Hamburger Friday Ham & Cheese Sandwich or Hamburger January 18 22: Monday NO SCHOOL Tuesday 2 for 1 Hot Dog or Hamburger Wednesday Chicken Patty or Hamburger Thursday Italian Dunker Cheese Bread or Hamburger Friday Brunch for Lunch or Hamburger General Announcements: Congratulations to Gold Key Scholastic Art Winners: Isaac Chang (11) and Iceline King (12). Their artworks won top honors at Minnesota's most prestigious art competition. Autumn Gottsman and Priscilla Phimsirivanno were Silver Key winners and Hannah Kil, Kelly Nilan, Amit Singh, Ashley Vang, Jorge Vang and Kao Yong Yang received Honorable Mention. Please congratulate these fine artists on this great achievement! It is now 2016 and time to order your diploma, cap and gown for commencement! This week, Jan. 11th -15th all seniors must submit their order online using the Diploma, Cap & Gown order link which is now on our PCSH website. You will be asked to enter your full legal name including your middle name, height and weight. There is no charge for this, and we provide all seniors who participate in the PCSH commencement ceremony on June 11th with a gown, cap and standard tassel free of charge. Your diploma, cap and gown order is due by Friday, January 15th. Even if you are not sure you will participate in the commencement ceremony, you must submit this order to ensure a diploma is ordered for you. If you have questions, see the principal s secretary, Mrs. Palmer in the main office or her at [email protected]

2 Park Center's WE Act group will meet Thursday, January 14th at 2:10pm in room 110 to plan activities that help us meet our two WE Day commitments: fighting poverty locally and providing clean water for a community in Haiti. Please join us and bring a friend! Valentine s Day is just around the corner! Show that special someone you care by buying them a carnation!!! Carnations will be on sale beginning Monday, January 11th at all 3 lunches. Carnations are $1.00 a piece and will be delivered on Friday, February 12th during 7th hour. Interested in competing on the ProStart Culinary Team? Informational meeting Thursday, January 14th at 2:10pm in the Forum Room. Details about participating will be outlined, plus the viewing of the film: Pressure Cooker; the story of a Philadelphia, PA high school s road to competition. Must have taken a foods class from Mrs. Olson or Mrs. Hutchinson. Questions: see the FACS teachers in room 126. We want to better our second place finish from last year. Pirate Palooza Event! What: Gymnastics When: Thursday, January 14 Where: Park Center West Gym Cost: $1 Come out and support our gymnasts, wear your green and gold, and show your PIRATE PRIDE! There will be a Historically Black College Fair on Monday, January 18th from 3:00-6:30PM at St. Peter's AME Church in Minneapolis. Learn about who attends HBUC's, hear from graduates, make connections with college admissions officers and participate in a scholarship boot camp. Find out why a HBCU might be right for you! Yearbooks will be on sale from starting Monday, January 18th through January 29th during all lunches. The cost of the yearbook is still $40!! This is the last time this school year that the books will be at this price. If you do not purchase your book now we will not guarantee you will be able to purchase a book at the end of the school year. Slam dunk tryouts will be held in the North Gym at 2:05 on Tuesday, January 19th. You must show in order to be put into the contest during the pepfest. Contact Mr. Kallevig with any questions. Grab 10 of your best friends and sign up for the Big Base tournament that is happening next Wednesday, January 20th! The cost is $2 per person or $20 per team. Each team member MUST turn in a waiver and each team needs to submit a form, as well. For players, rules start at 6:30; for spectators the games begin at 7. Turn in forms and money by Tuesday the 19th to Ms. Gagnon in room 100 if you want to play.

3 Fire and Ice Snodaze Dance is January 23, 2016 from 7:30-10:30pm at Park Center. -$10 tickets with ID sold at all three lunches. -No tickets sold at the door. -Bring a photo ID and your ticket to be admitted to the dance. -Guest forms available at the ticket table in the cafeteria. Eligible students and their parents who wish to consider the Post-Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) program for the school year are invited to attend one of the sessions listed below. Thursday, Feb 4 at 6:00p.m. in Forum Room Thursday, Feb 11 at 4:30p.m. in Forum Room Each session will be facilitated by a PCSH counselor and will cover all of the different factors that play into a decision to choose PSEO as one s educational choice. The sophomore class cabinet is hosting the annual Pennies for Patients drive to raise money for cancer research. Please donate your spare change or more during your first hour class now through February 5. If the school raises over $500, the classroom with the highest total will win a pizza party. CCRC Announcements: The University of Minnesota will again be offering the Share My App Program for fall semester The Share My App Program works like this: All fall 2016 freshman applicants who have submitted a complete admission application to the Twin Cites campus may also be considered for admission at one or more of the U of M's other campuses (Crookston, Duluth, Morris, and Rochester) with no additional application and no additional application fee. All students will be directed to z.umn.edu/sharemyapp for more information about the program and to submit their request to participate. The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity has joined forces with the University of Minnesota to offer a free ACT and SAT review course for students from historically underrepresented groups, including minorities and female students. The course runs for 10 weeks, meeting on Saturdays- starting January 9th and includes. Applications and more information are available in the CCRC. BrookLynk is where business needs meet youth experience. Students ages can participate in work readiness training and experiential employment opportunities during a six to eight week paid internship. Interns explore diverse career interests, gain valuable on the job skills, make strong professional connections and prepare for meaningful careers. Sign up in the CCRC to attend this mini session on Monday, January 11th at 10:00AM.

4 The FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Aid. Seniors, regardless of your income, all families should complete the FAFSA annually because all federal financial aid and most state and institutional aid require it. On Tuesday, January 12th the CCRC will be hosting two mini sessions on how to complete the online FAFSA form. Sign up to attend either the 9:00AM or 1:00PM presentation. The ACCUPLACER Test will you be taking one? Accuplacer is a suite of tests that quickly, accurately and efficiently assesses reading, writing, math and computer skills. This test is used by college academic advisors and counselors to place you into college courses that meets your skill level. Students whose ACT scores are lower than the following range will need to take the Accuplacer: English 17 and below, reading 20 and below, math 21 and below. Sign up to attend a mini session in the CCRC on Friday, January 15th at 1:00pm to learn where to find resources to prepare you to do your best on these tests! There will be a Historically Black College Fair on Monday, January 18th from 3:00-6:30PM at St. Peter's AME Church in Minneapolis. Learn about who attends HBUC's, hear from graduates, make connections with college admissions officers and participate in a scholarship boot camp. Find out why a HBCU might be right for you! Attention Juniors: Sign up in the CCRC to learn about Genesys Works and discover how you could have a paid internship during your senior year of high school. It's an opportunity to gain real world skills, it's a paid corporate internship, and it's a plan for college. Join us on Wednesday, January 13th at 10:00AM or Wednesday, January 27th at 9:00AM. Sophomores and juniors, registration for next year is coming up in February. Are you confused about whether to sign up for AP or IB or PSEO? Come to a CCRC mini session on Wednesday, January 20th at 10:00AM to learn more about these choices and how they will affect you as you look forward to your plans beyond high school. Friday, January 22 nd at 10:00AM Army ROTC. Have you ever thought about enrolling in the Army Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC)? The Four-Year High School Scholarship is for high school students planning on attending a four-year college program. If you have a passion for something, you can find a place to fit in the Army as an officer and get the training you need to turn that passion into a career. Available at over 1,100 colleges and universities nationwide, the Army ROTC offers merit-based scholarships that can pay up to the full cost of tuition and open educational opportunities. Sign up to attend this mini. Tuesday, January 26 th at 9:00AM and 1:00PM FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid. It s time to complete the next step towards going to college. Come and learn why you must complete this application and how to do it. Thursday, January 28th at 8:30AM MnSCU - Two Year Occupational Grant Program. Minnesota State College and Universities now have a Two Year MnSCU Occupational Grant Pilot Program. This program provides financial assistance to students enrolled in qualifying career and technical programs at MnSCU two-year colleges so that students can complete the program within two years or less and find employment in a high-demand occupation. Qualifying occupations include CyberSecurity, Criminal Justice, Dental Assisting, Diesel and Heavy

5 Equipment Technology, Healthcare Technology, Small Engine Technology, Medical Assistant, Robotics Technology, Accounting, Cosmetology and many, many more. Sign up in the CCRC to attend this mini session to hear more about this exciting two year grant program. A representative from HTC will be here on Wednesday, February 3rd at 8:00AM to answer questions about their school and their programs, and to help students fill out on-the-spot online applications for admission. Information will also be provided about the Accuplacer Test that many students must take for course placement. You must sign up in the CCRC to attend this meeting. Seniors and their parents are invited to attend a FAFSA presentation provided by a representative from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education at 6:30PM in Park Center Teaching Lab on Thursday, February 4 th during conferences and Thursday, February 11 th during registration conferences. 11 th grade: During conferences on Thursday, February 4 th, parents of our current 11 th grade students will have an opportunity to learn more about Genesys Works which offers paid internships for juniors during their senior year. They provide free training in professional and computer skills, a paid corporate internship and free college guidance. Information about Genesys Works will be provided at 3:30PM and 5:30PM in the College and Career Resource Center. Tuesday, February 9th at 10:30AM Interview Skills. During the week of February 23rd most Park Center seniors will participate in a mock interview with a professional from our community. To help you be prepared for your interview the CCRC has scheduled an Interview Skills mini session. Come and refine your skills so you will shine during your interview. Sign up in the CCRC to attend. Scholarship Opportunities: o Wastebasket Review Scholarship application deadline of January 21st is quickly approaching! This scholarship opportunity is available to Osseo School District students only. Pick up an application today in the CCRC or go to to apply. o Have you ever thought about enrolling in the Army Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC)? The Four-Year High School Scholarship is for high school students planning on attending a four-year college program. Available at over 1,100 colleges and universities nationwide, the Army ROTC offers merit-based scholarships that can pay up to the full cost of tuition and open educational opportunities. Sign up to attend a CCRC mini session on Friday, January 22nd at 10:00AM. o The Wallin Scholarship deadline of February 1st is also quickly approaching. This $4,000 scholarship per year (up to $16,000) is available to one or more Park Center students. For applicant qualifications and to apply go to Job Opportunities: o NOLA Bistro & Bar needs Busser/Dishwasher, Prep Cook/Cook, and Servers. Applicants must be 18 years or older. Send your resume to [email protected].

6 o o TOP 2 BOTTOM MEN & WOMEN FASHION in Brooklyn Park is looking for a Sales Associate hours per week. Contact Letia Blade at Interested in a successful Diesel Technician Career? Visitwww.GoPenske.com/careers to learn how you can prepare for a diesel career while still in high school and to view their job opportunities. College Reps: The following college representatives have scheduled a visit to meet with students in the CCRC. If you are interested in finding out more information about one of these colleges, stop in the CCRC to sign up to receive a pass: St. Cloud State University January 13 1:00pm Century College January 14 11:00am Anoka Ramsey Community College January 27 10:00am North Hennepin Community College February 2 10:15am Activities and Athletic Events: Monday, Jan. 11 th : NO EVENTS SCHEDULED Tuesday, Jan. 12 th : o Basketball: Boys 9A Game 4:00pm vs Spring Lake Park Center HS o Basketball: Boys 9B Game 4:00pm vs Spring Lake Park Center HS o Basketball: Boys B Squad 5:30pm vs Spring Lake Park Center HS o Basketball: Boys JV Game 5:30pm vs Spring Lake Park Center HS o Basketball: Boys Varsity Game 7:00pm vs Spring Lake Park Center HS o Basketball: Girls 9A Game 4:00pm vs Spring lake Spring Lake Park HS o Basketball: Girls B Squad 5:30pm vs Spring Lake Spring Lake Park HS o Basketball: Girls JV Game 5:30pm vs Spring Lake Spring Lake Park HS o Basketball: Girls Varsity Game 7:00pm vs Spring Lake Spring Lake Park HS o Hockey: Girls JV Game 5:00pm vs Totino - Brooklyn Park Arena o Hockey: Girls Varsity Game 7:00pm vs Totino - Brooklyn Park Arena o Nordic Ski: Varsity Meet 3:30pm vs Elm Creek Park o Swimming: Boys Varsity 6:00pm vs Irondale HS Wednesday, Jan. 13 th : NO EVENTS SCHEDULED Thursday, Jan. 14 th : o Gymnastics: Girls Varsity Meet 6:30pm vs Maple Park Center HS o Hockey: Girls JV Game 5:30pm vs Spg Lk Coon Rapids Ice Center o Hockey: Girls Varsity Game 7:30pm vs Spg Lk Coon Rapids Ice Center o Nordic Ski: Varsity Meet 3:30pm vs Woodland Trails

7 o Swimming: Boys Varsity Meet 6:00pm vs Osseo MS Pool\ o Wrestling: Boys JV Tri 5:00pm vs T-Grace, Totino-Grace HS o Wrestling: Boys Varsity Tri 5:00pm vs T-Grace, Totino-Grace HS Friday, Jan. 15 th : o Basketball: Boys 9A Game 4:00pm vs Irondale HS o Basketball: Boys 9B Game 4:00pm vs Irondale HS o Basketball: Boys B Squad 5:30pm vs Irondale HS o Basketball: Boys JV Game 5:30pm vs Irondale HS o Basketball: Boys Varsity 7:00pm vs Irondale HS o Basketball: Girls 9A Game 4:00pm vs Park Center HS o Basketball: Girls B Squad 5:30pm vs Park Center HS o Basketball: Girls JV 5:30pm vs Park Center HS o Basketball: Girls Varsity 7:00pm vs Park Center HS Saturday, Jan. 16 th : o Gymnastics: Girls Varsity Inv. TBD vs Mahotmedi HS o Wrestling: Boys Varsity Inv. 9:30am vs St. Croix Lutheran HS Monday, Jan. 18 th : NO EVENTS SCHEDULED Tuesday, Jan. 19 th : o Basketball: Boys 9B Game 4:00pm vs Champlin Park Center HS o Basketball: Boys B Squad 5:30pm vs Champlin Park Center HS o Basketball: Boys JV Game 5:30pm vs Champlin Park Center HS o Basketball: Boys Varsity Game 7:00pm vs Champlin Park Center HS o Basketball: Girls 9A Game 4:00pm vs Champlin Champlin Park HS o Basketball: Girls B Squad 5:30pm vs Champlin Champlin Park HS o Basketball: Girls JV Game 5:30pm vs Champlin Champlin Park HS o Basketball: Girls Varsity Game 7:00pm vs Champlin Champlin Park HS o Hockey: Girls JV Game 5:00pm vs Maple Brooklyn Park Arena o Hockey: Girls Varsity Game 7:00pm vs Maple Brooklyn Park Arena Wednesday, Jan. 20 th : o Nordic Ski: Varsity Meet 3:30pm vs Elm Creek Park Thursday, Jan. 21 st : o Gymnastics: Girls Varsity Meet 6:30pm vs Osseo HS o Nordic Ski: Varsity Meet 3:30pm vs Elm Creek Park o Swimming: Boys Varsity Meet 6:00pm vs Brooklyn MS o Wrestling: Boys JV Match 6:00pm vs Spring Lake Park Center HS o Wrestling: Boys Varsity Match 7:00pm vs Spring Lake Park@ Park Center HS Friday, Jan. 22 nd : o Basketball: Boys 9A Game 4:00pm vs Maple Park Center HS

8 o Basketball: Boys 9B Game 4:00pm vs Maple Park Center HS o Basketball: Boys B Squad 5:30pm vs Maple Park Center HS o Basketball: Boys JV Game 5:30pm vs Maple Park Center HS o Basketball: Boys Varsity 7:00pm vs Maple Park Center HS o Basketball: Girls 9A Game 4:00pm vs Maple Maple Grove HS o Basketball: Girls B Squad 5:30pm vs Maple Maple Grove HS o Basketball: Girls JV 5:30pm vs Maple Maple Grove HS o Basketball: Girls Varsity 7:00pm vs Maple Maple Grove HS o Hockey: Girls JV 5:00pm vs Brooklyn Park Arena o Hockey: Girls Varsity 7:00pm vs Brooklyn Park Arena Saturday, Jan. 23 rd : o Hockey: Girls JV Game 1:00pm vs Brooklyn Park Arena o Hockey: Girls Varsity 3:00pm vs Brooklyn Park Arena o Swimming: Boys V. True Team 1:00pm vs Minnetonka East MS o Wrestling: Boys Varsity Inv. 10:00am vs So St. Paul HS