Art Club: There will be an Art Club meeting on Monday April 5th after school in RM 104. All members should attend. Any questions see Mrs. Newkirk.
SPTO Meeting: There will be an SPTO meeting tomorrow April 1st in the library @ 7 pm.
Boys LaCross Game for Today has been CANCELLED
Elmira Free Academy High School: Teachers, Students, Parents and Community Members coming together
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
SPTO Meeting
SPTO Meeting: April 1st @ 7pm in the Library
The EFA Student Parent Teacher Organization will meet Thursday, April 1, 7 pm in the Library. This group is committed to building great relationships with parents, teachers, the administration and the school board in order to best support our students. We are looking to add more parents/guardians to the group - our goal right now is just that simple - a few more people to help build a stronger SPTO and to keep moving forward. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting.
In addition we have a New Parent Partner: Lee Fischer, who will be joining us at the meeting.
Welcome Lee☺
The EFA Student Parent Teacher Organization will meet Thursday, April 1, 7 pm in the Library. This group is committed to building great relationships with parents, teachers, the administration and the school board in order to best support our students. We are looking to add more parents/guardians to the group - our goal right now is just that simple - a few more people to help build a stronger SPTO and to keep moving forward. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting.
In addition we have a New Parent Partner: Lee Fischer, who will be joining us at the meeting.
Welcome Lee☺
Monday, March 29, 2010
EFA Weekly Bulletin for March 29th - April 2nd
Tuesday, March 3oth: EFA POPS Concert 7pm --Auditorium
Thursday, April 1st:
Mrs.Booker's Class Bake Sale--During lunch periods in the cafe.
SPTO Meeting: 7pm in the Library All Parents/guardians are welcomed
Friday, April 2nd: Good Friday, NO SCHOOL
See your Guidance Counselor about available scholarships.
College Trips: April 9th: Keuka College Departs EFA @8:15
Thursday, April 1st:
Mrs.Booker's Class Bake Sale--During lunch periods in the cafe.
SPTO Meeting: 7pm in the Library All Parents/guardians are welcomed
Friday, April 2nd: Good Friday, NO SCHOOL
See your Guidance Counselor about available scholarships.
College Trips: April 9th: Keuka College Departs EFA @8:15
Morning Announcments for March 29th, 2010
Seniors: If you have not yet turned in either of your first 2 payments of $115 for Senior Trip, you need to d o that ASAP. The last Payment of $115 is due April 8th. If you did any fundraising, the money you raised will be taken off your last payment.
Also: Please continue to sugn up for your rooms for the senior trip and for dinner before Prom if you are interested. Both sign-ups sheets are outside room 130.
TC3- Tompkins County Community College will be in the Main Office conference room, Wed, March 31 at 10:30am. If you would like to speak with him you can get a pass from your Guidance Couselor.
Tha Spot is closed Monday and Tuesday.
Art Club Meeting Today in room 104. All Art club members planning on coming on the trip must come to the meeting. See Mrs. Newkirk with questions.
FBLA meeting Tuesday, (March 30) at 3:15 in Rm 222.
The EFA Music Department will present a pops concert this Tuesday night,
March 30. Members of the orchestra, festival choir, concert band, concert choir, persuddion ensemble, combined choir and jazz ensemble will permore. Please join us for an evening of entertainment at 7 pm in the auditorium.
Credit Recovery Class: EFA will be offereing social studies and math from 3:30-5:30 and P.E. from 5:30-7:30 Monday thru Thursday for 13 school days.
Also: Please continue to sugn up for your rooms for the senior trip and for dinner before Prom if you are interested. Both sign-ups sheets are outside room 130.
TC3- Tompkins County Community College will be in the Main Office conference room, Wed, March 31 at 10:30am. If you would like to speak with him you can get a pass from your Guidance Couselor.
Tha Spot is closed Monday and Tuesday.
Art Club Meeting Today in room 104. All Art club members planning on coming on the trip must come to the meeting. See Mrs. Newkirk with questions.
FBLA meeting Tuesday, (March 30) at 3:15 in Rm 222.
The EFA Music Department will present a pops concert this Tuesday night,
March 30. Members of the orchestra, festival choir, concert band, concert choir, persuddion ensemble, combined choir and jazz ensemble will permore. Please join us for an evening of entertainment at 7 pm in the auditorium.
Credit Recovery Class: EFA will be offereing social studies and math from 3:30-5:30 and P.E. from 5:30-7:30 Monday thru Thursday for 13 school days.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Announcements for March 25th
Blood Drive Tomorrow in the Library.
Art Club: There will be an Art Club meeting on Monday, March 29th after school in Room 104. All Art Club members planning on coming on the trip must come to the meeting. See Mrs. NewKirk with any questions.
Art Club: There will be an Art Club meeting on Monday, March 29th after school in Room 104. All Art Club members planning on coming on the trip must come to the meeting. See Mrs. NewKirk with any questions.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
March 23rd Announcements
Diabetes Dance: April 9th from 7 - 10pm. This will be a spring Fling so girls feel free to wear summer dresses or anything springy. Tickets will be $3 before and $5 at the door. Buy your tickets during lunch starting March 29th.
Blood Drive: Friday March 26th. Sign up with Mr. Tobin or during your lunch period.
Cinco De Mayo Celebration: purchase your raffle tickets for the wall hanging from any committee member (Mrs. Watkins, Mrs. Wheeler, Mrs. Frank, Sra. Piatt, Mrs. Matthews). Tickets are $1 for one and $2 for 3. Proceeds will be put towards the Senior Trip.
Credit Recovery Class At EFA for April -- Classes start Monday, March 29th. EFA will be offering social studies and math from 3:30 - 5:30 and P.E. from 5:30 to 7:30 Monday thru Thursday for 13 school days. See your Counselor to sign up.
GSA Meeting: There is an important meeting for GSA members on Thursday, March 25th in the Main Office Conference room right after school.
GSA T-shirts For Sale: GSA is now taking orders for T-Shirts. The price is $7.50. To order see Mrs. Young or Seth Stull.
Elmira Free Academy Weekly Announcements for March 22 - March 26
Thursday, March 25th: Parent/Teacher Conferences 4-7pm
Saturday, March 27th: EFA Spring Fling/Craft Fair 10am - 4pm
Scholarships Available for Seniors in The Guidance Office.
Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship: Open to both men and women entering 12th grde during the 2010-2011 school year and are participating in sports. Deadline for applying is
Oct 3rd, 2010.
Cosmopolitan Women's Club: They are offering academic scholarships to eligible African-American students who intend to further their academic education. Deadline is April 3, 2010.
Saturday, March 27th: EFA Spring Fling/Craft Fair 10am - 4pm
Scholarships Available for Seniors in The Guidance Office.
Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship: Open to both men and women entering 12th grde during the 2010-2011 school year and are participating in sports. Deadline for applying is
Oct 3rd, 2010.
Cosmopolitan Women's Club: They are offering academic scholarships to eligible African-American students who intend to further their academic education. Deadline is April 3, 2010.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Morning Announcements for March 18th
Yearbook Club: There will be a yearbook meeting today, March 18th @ 3:15 will meet in the library.
Boys Tennis: Boys Tennis Practice is cancelled Today 3/18/2010
Diabetes Dance: There will be a dance for diabetes on Friday, April 9th from 7-10. This will be a Spring Fling so gurls feel free to wear summer dresses or anything springy, however, you don't have to be dressed up to come. Tickets will be $3 before and $5 at the door. Get your tickets during lunch or in Ms. Davis's Room starting March 29th. Come to support diabetes and to have fun.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Morning Announcements for March 17th
Happy St. Patrick's Day
AP Exams: If you are interested in taking an AP Exam, please bring your check to Mrs. Kiser in the Guidance Office by Wednesday, March 24th. The cost for each exam is $86. Make checks payable to Elmira Free Academy.
Seniors: Senior Trip Deposit $115 due Thursday, March 18th.
EFA Students In Art Competition
Elijah Vay, Ryan Walton, and Micheala Lynch will be competing in Saratoga Springs, NY on April 15th in the Olympics of the Visual Arts. Elijah and Ryan are working on the photography category and Micheala is working on the illustration category. EFA has earned one of the top 3 places in the State for one or more categories for the past 7 years. Here is the link to the categories and challenges: www.nystata.org In order to compete students must be registered by a teacher who os a NYSATA Member which Mrs. Gordon is a member of. We wish these students the best of luck.
Class of 2011
Class of 2011 will be having a Craft Fair on March 27th in the EFA Cafeteria from 10 -4. Food and crafts will be for sale. Access the event from the Cafeteria doors.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
New Announcments for March 16th
Key Club: There will be a Key Club meeting this Thursday in the auditorium @ 7pm. Last chance to bring in dues --$13. If you are interested in being an officer you must attend.
Scholarship: Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship is open to both men and women entering 12th grade during the 2010-2011 school year and are participating in sports. Come to the Guidance Office to get your application information. The deadline for applying is Oct. 3rd, 2010
Scholarship: Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship is open to both men and women entering 12th grade during the 2010-2011 school year and are participating in sports. Come to the Guidance Office to get your application information. The deadline for applying is Oct. 3rd, 2010
Monday, March 15, 2010
Daily Announcements for March 15th, 2010
Seniors: Please stop by Rm 130(Mrs. Beecher's) to sign up for 1. Prom Dinner 2. Room assignment for senior trip 3. bus assignment for senior trip.
Also Please remember that on Thursday, March 18th @ 2:25 the Panoramic Photo will be taken in the Gym.
Fall Sports Sign-Ups: Fall sports sign-ups going on now in the Health Office. Please stop in as soon as possible to sign-up and ensure you are eligible to play in August.
March Madness Has Arrived: Mon--Purple day (Relay day) Tues--"Cammo" Day--Camoflauge attire or for those of us who want to support our fellow American Patriots in a different fashion, wear something patriotic--red, white, or blue. Wed--Tis a wearin of the Green for St. Patrick's Day. Thursday--College Day--The first round of March Madness revs up. Support your favorite team. Friday--Hero Day!! Super, Everyday Hero, or occupation.
Interested in Engineering/Technology Careers??
Plan to attend the Engineering/Technology Career Panel on Thursday March 25th @EFA Community Room from 10-11am. Learn more about these and other careers: Engineering, Machining, Engineer/Technology Supervisor, Architecture, Information Technology. Registration is requried, please see Mrs. Sweeney in Rm 218.
Also Please remember that on Thursday, March 18th @ 2:25 the Panoramic Photo will be taken in the Gym.
Fall Sports Sign-Ups: Fall sports sign-ups going on now in the Health Office. Please stop in as soon as possible to sign-up and ensure you are eligible to play in August.
March Madness Has Arrived: Mon--Purple day (Relay day) Tues--"Cammo" Day--Camoflauge attire or for those of us who want to support our fellow American Patriots in a different fashion, wear something patriotic--red, white, or blue. Wed--Tis a wearin of the Green for St. Patrick's Day. Thursday--College Day--The first round of March Madness revs up. Support your favorite team. Friday--Hero Day!! Super, Everyday Hero, or occupation.
Interested in Engineering/Technology Careers??
Plan to attend the Engineering/Technology Career Panel on Thursday March 25th @EFA Community Room from 10-11am. Learn more about these and other careers: Engineering, Machining, Engineer/Technology Supervisor, Architecture, Information Technology. Registration is requried, please see Mrs. Sweeney in Rm 218.
March is National Youth Art Month
Art Work being displayed around the area:
West Elmira Library: Exhibiting artwork from Elmira Free Academy, Ms. June Gordon.
Steve Seaber/State Farm Insurance: Artwork from Elmira Free Academy, Ms. Susan Pabody, Ernie Davis Middle School, Ms. Michelle Princiotto.
Steele Memorial Library: Exhibiting artwork from Spencer-Van Etten Elementary, Ms. Deb Youngling; Elmira Free Academy, Ms. Allison Newkirk; Ernie Davis Middle School, Ms. Michelle Princiotto, Mr. Matthew Straub, Ms. Dale Witkowski.
All sponsored by The ARTS of the Southern Finger Lakes.
For more information please visit: www.eARTS.org
West Elmira Library: Exhibiting artwork from Elmira Free Academy, Ms. June Gordon.
Steve Seaber/State Farm Insurance: Artwork from Elmira Free Academy, Ms. Susan Pabody, Ernie Davis Middle School, Ms. Michelle Princiotto.
Steele Memorial Library: Exhibiting artwork from Spencer-Van Etten Elementary, Ms. Deb Youngling; Elmira Free Academy, Ms. Allison Newkirk; Ernie Davis Middle School, Ms. Michelle Princiotto, Mr. Matthew Straub, Ms. Dale Witkowski.
All sponsored by The ARTS of the Southern Finger Lakes.
For more information please visit: www.eARTS.org
Elmira Free Academy Weekly Bulletin For March 15, 2010
Wednesday, March 17th: NHS Bake Sale--Cafe during lunch periods
Thursday, March 18th: Interact Bake Sale--Cafe during lunch periods
March 18th: Senior Panorama Picture 2:25--GYM
Scholarships Available: See Guidance if you are interested
The Finger Lakes Finns: If you a studnet with an interest in Finnish culture you can apply for a scholarship. The deadline for applying is May 20, 2010.
Cosmopolitan Women's Club: They are offering academic scholarships to eligible African-American students who intend to further their academic education. Deadline is April 3, 2010
The Kiwanis Scholarship: Come and get yours. The completed applications must be returned to your Counselor no later than March 31, 2010.
Thursday, March 18th: Interact Bake Sale--Cafe during lunch periods
March 18th: Senior Panorama Picture 2:25--GYM
Scholarships Available: See Guidance if you are interested
The Finger Lakes Finns: If you a studnet with an interest in Finnish culture you can apply for a scholarship. The deadline for applying is May 20, 2010.
Cosmopolitan Women's Club: They are offering academic scholarships to eligible African-American students who intend to further their academic education. Deadline is April 3, 2010
The Kiwanis Scholarship: Come and get yours. The completed applications must be returned to your Counselor no later than March 31, 2010.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Morning Announcements for March 9th
Beginning today(March 9) all cars need to be removed from the upper parking lot by 4:00. Baseball practice will be taking place in that area.
Relay for Life--1st organizational and captain meeting will be on Wednesday, March 10th 3:15 in Rm 133.
Relay for Life--1st organizational and captain meeting will be on Wednesday, March 10th 3:15 in Rm 133.
Monday, March 8, 2010
Morning Announcements for March 8th
SADD Club: There will be a meeting on March 9th in Ms. Davis's room, room 226 @ 3:15. All SADD club members sould be in attendance for a guest speaker.
Interact Club: Pennies for Polio Campagin: There is not cure for Polio but for only 60 cents, you can provide enough vaccine to protect a child for life! Please bring your pennies to your 1st period class March 8th-18th. The winning class gets a free breakfast.
Interact Club: Pennies for Polio Campagin: There is not cure for Polio but for only 60 cents, you can provide enough vaccine to protect a child for life! Please bring your pennies to your 1st period class March 8th-18th. The winning class gets a free breakfast.
Weekly Bulletin for March 8th-14th
Saturday March 13th -- S.A.T. I and S.A.T. II @ EFA
Scholarships Available for Seniors:
Scholarship Deadline
Rodney H. Faught March 23, 2010
Society of Women Engineers March 26, 2010
Twin Tiers Youth for Christ March 30, 2010
Joseph R. Every Scholarship April 1, 2010
American Legion Post 154 April 19, 2010
NYSIR April 20,2010
Opportunity to Study Abroad: If you are looking for an opportunity to study abroad during the summer through the American Field Service plase see your Guidance Counselor. Scholarship money is available to help sponsor a student who wants to study abroad, particularly in a non-English speaking country.
College Trips:
Broome Community College: Departs @ 8:15 from EFA and Returns @ 2:30 On March 19th
Keuka College: Departs @ 8:30 from EFA, Returns @ 2:30 on April 9th
Scholarships Available for Seniors:
Scholarship Deadline
Rodney H. Faught March 23, 2010
Society of Women Engineers March 26, 2010
Twin Tiers Youth for Christ March 30, 2010
Joseph R. Every Scholarship April 1, 2010
American Legion Post 154 April 19, 2010
NYSIR April 20,2010
Opportunity to Study Abroad: If you are looking for an opportunity to study abroad during the summer through the American Field Service plase see your Guidance Counselor. Scholarship money is available to help sponsor a student who wants to study abroad, particularly in a non-English speaking country.
College Trips:
Broome Community College: Departs @ 8:15 from EFA and Returns @ 2:30 On March 19th
Keuka College: Departs @ 8:30 from EFA, Returns @ 2:30 on April 9th
Friday, March 5, 2010
Morning Announcements March 5, 2010
Seniors: If your college requires a mid-year transcript see your counselor ASAP.
The Senior Panaramic Photo will be taken on March 18th @ 2:25.
Orders can be placed at www.panoramaphoto.com or bring your order form
and payment on the day of pictures. They Must Be turned into the photographer
on picture day. (Don't forget to wear school colors, class T-shirts or make it a dress
up day.)
Attention All Track and Field Athletes
Practice begins Monday March 8th after school. Please come prepared for practice
including outside gear. If you have any questions Please see Coach Woodard in
Rm. 231
Dating Survey: If you completed a dating survey and are interested in purchasing the results
for $2--stop in to Rm 126 and see Mrs. Gilbert. The Vindex thanks you for your
support.
FBLA: Just in time for spring sports personalized duffle bags are available in
Mrs. Hamilton's Room.
*Attention the spot now delivers right to you. Dont want your passes used up?
call 4222 during 7/8 period
*Attention teachers every Friday Seet and Saucy will be catering lunch. Place your
orders with Mrs. Hamilton throughout the week ex: 4222.
The Elmira Free Academy Theater Club Presents "Beauty and The Beast"
March 12th, 13th and 14th.
March 12th @ 7 pm show
March 13th @ 7 pm
March 14th @ 2 pm
Tickets are $10 for Adults, EFA students and Children 12 and Under $5. Tickets can be
purchased in the Main Office or at the door. All performances are in the EFA Auditorium.
All Athletes Wanted: Bring Your Parents -- Learn what it takes to become a Collegiate Athlete from Recruiting Expert Tony Collins(Drafted by New England Patriots in 1981, played in Super Bowl XX) Athletes, Parents, Coaches are all welcome to attend. Monday, March 15th @ Elmira Free Academy Auditorium 6:00 pm
The Senior Panaramic Photo will be taken on March 18th @ 2:25.
Orders can be placed at www.panoramaphoto.com or bring your order form
and payment on the day of pictures. They Must Be turned into the photographer
on picture day. (Don't forget to wear school colors, class T-shirts or make it a dress
up day.)
Attention All Track and Field Athletes
Practice begins Monday March 8th after school. Please come prepared for practice
including outside gear. If you have any questions Please see Coach Woodard in
Rm. 231
Dating Survey: If you completed a dating survey and are interested in purchasing the results
for $2--stop in to Rm 126 and see Mrs. Gilbert. The Vindex thanks you for your
support.
FBLA: Just in time for spring sports personalized duffle bags are available in
Mrs. Hamilton's Room.
*Attention the spot now delivers right to you. Dont want your passes used up?
call 4222 during 7/8 period
*Attention teachers every Friday Seet and Saucy will be catering lunch. Place your
orders with Mrs. Hamilton throughout the week ex: 4222.
The Elmira Free Academy Theater Club Presents "Beauty and The Beast"
March 12th, 13th and 14th.
March 12th @ 7 pm show
March 13th @ 7 pm
March 14th @ 2 pm
Tickets are $10 for Adults, EFA students and Children 12 and Under $5. Tickets can be
purchased in the Main Office or at the door. All performances are in the EFA Auditorium.
All Athletes Wanted: Bring Your Parents -- Learn what it takes to become a Collegiate Athlete from Recruiting Expert Tony Collins(Drafted by New England Patriots in 1981, played in Super Bowl XX) Athletes, Parents, Coaches are all welcome to attend. Monday, March 15th @ Elmira Free Academy Auditorium 6:00 pm
Monday, March 1, 2010
Weekly Bulletin for March 1st-5th
Monday, March 1st Thursday, March 4th
Talc Meeting Bake Sale--Junior Class
3:15 --Library Lunch Periods
EFA Booster Club Meeting SPTO Meeting
7PM--Community Room 7 PM--Library
Friday, March 5th
SnowBall Dance
8 - 11PM
CAFE
MARKING PERIOD ENDS
Scholarships Available
The 2010 Shell Minority Scholarship Program: applications and eligibility requirements are in the guidance office.
The Polly Sanders Scholarship: applilcations are in the guidance office. If you have made a unique or significant contribution to the community or you have overcome a major obstacle in your personal life you should be applying for this scholarship.
The American Legion Post 154 Scholarship: applications are in the Guidance office. The deadline for applying is April 19, 2010.
Additional Scholarships Available for Seniors
Scholarship Deadline for Applying
*American Legion March 1, 2010
*Firefighters Scholarship March 6, 2010
*Rodney H. Faught March 23, 2010
*Society of Women Engineers March 26, 2010
*Twin Tiers Youth for Christ March 30, 2010
*Joseph R. Every Scholarship April 1, 2010
*American Legion Post 154 April 19, 2010
*NYSIR April 20, 2010
Please see your guidance counselors for more information.
College Trips:
March 19th Broome Community College
Depart @ 8:15
Return @ 2:30
April 9th Keuka College
Depart @ 8:30
Return @ 2:30
EFA ClASS of 2012 FUNDRAISER
Monday, March 8, 2010
TEXAS ROADHOUSE
Bring This Coupon and Texas Roadhouse Will donate 10 % of your bill to the EFA CLASS of 2012.
Talc Meeting Bake Sale--Junior Class
3:15 --Library Lunch Periods
EFA Booster Club Meeting SPTO Meeting
7PM--Community Room 7 PM--Library
Friday, March 5th
SnowBall Dance
8 - 11PM
CAFE
MARKING PERIOD ENDS
Scholarships Available
The 2010 Shell Minority Scholarship Program: applications and eligibility requirements are in the guidance office.
The Polly Sanders Scholarship: applilcations are in the guidance office. If you have made a unique or significant contribution to the community or you have overcome a major obstacle in your personal life you should be applying for this scholarship.
The American Legion Post 154 Scholarship: applications are in the Guidance office. The deadline for applying is April 19, 2010.
Additional Scholarships Available for Seniors
Scholarship Deadline for Applying
*American Legion March 1, 2010
*Firefighters Scholarship March 6, 2010
*Rodney H. Faught March 23, 2010
*Society of Women Engineers March 26, 2010
*Twin Tiers Youth for Christ March 30, 2010
*Joseph R. Every Scholarship April 1, 2010
*American Legion Post 154 April 19, 2010
*NYSIR April 20, 2010
Please see your guidance counselors for more information.
College Trips:
March 19th Broome Community College
Depart @ 8:15
Return @ 2:30
April 9th Keuka College
Depart @ 8:30
Return @ 2:30
EFA ClASS of 2012 FUNDRAISER
Monday, March 8, 2010
TEXAS ROADHOUSE
Bring This Coupon and Texas Roadhouse Will donate 10 % of your bill to the EFA CLASS of 2012.
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