Rising Junior and Senior students interested in joining the staff of BHS's literary magazine for next year should attend the informational meeting on Thursday, February 9th, at 11:00 in room 312 or should pick up an application beforehand from Mr. Stripling in room 312. Students who are selected will form a seminar class for the 2012-2013 school year.

HOSA students who are traveling to state competition should have all paperwork and $100 turned in to Ms. McCain no later than February 9, 2012.  Alternate students should turn in paperwork as well in case a spot opens up for them to participate. See Ms. McCain in room 242 for more information.

The Interact Club is once again hosting the Books2Africa book drive.  We will be accepting donations for any type of book--kindergarten through high school books in gently used condition--to send to schools in Africa.

The book drive will run from Monday, February, 6th through Friday, February 10th.

All donations can be placed in the collection boxes in the North and South libraries.

The BHS Community Scholarship Booklet will be distributed to seniors on Tuesday, February 7th, during seminar. If you are unable to attend the assembly, please contact Ms. Hoffman in the South Counseling Office to obtain your copy.

There will be a GEARS meeting Tuesday, Feb. 7th, in the Main Gym lobby. See you there.

The next meeting for the Student Library Advisory Board will be on Tuesday, February 7^th, in the South Library. It will begin immediately following SSR. Sorry for all of the changes, we just want to make sure as many people as possible can attend! We have some large events to plan so come ready to discuss! All are welcome. Check out the agenda on the SLAB website: http://bhsslab.pbworks.com

All Vegeration and Hearts for Humane Society members must meet in the Arend Arts Center lobby at 11:00 on February 7th

Attention members of the Arkansas Children's Hospital Club who have paid dues! Check your school email account to vote for officers. Voting ends at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, February 14.

Students are reminded that cell phones/IPODs use during seminar can only be used by honors seminar students in the north or south commons areas.  These devices are not to be used in the hallways or other locations during seminar periods.

The Regional ACTM Math contest will be held on Saturday, March 3rd, in Fayetteville at the U of A.  Tests offered are Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Pre-Cal/Trig, Calculus, and Statistics.  You must be enrolled in the course to take the test.  The cost is $2 due Feb. 15 to either your math teacher or Mrs. J. Jones room 240.  Practice tests are available.  See Mrs. Jones.

Students who signed up for the AMC 10 and AMC 12 math contests need to report to room 240 on Tuesday after checking in with your seminar teacher.  The test takes 75 minutes.  If you need a note see Mrs. J. Jones or have your teacher e-mail me.  We have a few extra tests if you would like to take the test, but did not sign up.  See Mrs. Jones.

BHS Cobblestone will meet Tuesday the 7th during seminar in room 306 to further discuss our 30 Days for Change campaign!

Sheldon Tucker, a Bentonville High School Graduate, has been with Bring It On the Musical since the original workshop in 2010.  Before joining the show he was cheering at Hawaii Pacific University where he competed to win the team’s 7th and 8th consecutive NCA National Titles.  He grew up performing at the Rogers Little Theater with roles in Peter Pan, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat, Footloose and Oklahoma, to name a few, and grew up singing under the direction of SoNA Choir Director Terry Hicks. Bring It On the Musical will be at the Walton Arts Center Feb. 7 - 12.  Tickets are available at waltonartscenter.org.

Whether you consider yourself an athlete or not , there are opportunities on the intramurals board for students who want to be involved in making things happen.  We are looking for people who can be creative, organized, dependable, & want to have fun.  With nearly 4,000 students to plan for, there is a lot to be done.  You will be part of organizing  flag football, dodgeball, basketball, volleyball leagues, & tournaments for the student body. The intramural board will be a service credit for the 2012-2013 school year.  Please see Mr. Calva in room 121 if you are interested.

Get free assistance filing the FAFSA- the application for college financial aid. Translators will be available on site. Rogers High School is the closest location for Bentonville students. For more information, visit www.arcollegegoalsunday.org.

If you are planning on attending the District 1 FCCLA Spring Leadership Meeting in Greenwood, February 15th, please varify with Dr. Weiss in room 1501 by February 7. This is the last day to register.

Mr. BHS tickets will be on sale during all three lunches in the North commons. There are a limited number of seats, so get you tickets soon.

BHS is holding a light breakfast at the high school on Wednesday, February 8th, at 7:30 AM for parents to learn about BHS and ask any questions you may have.  This is being hosted by Mrs. Kim Garrett, BHS Principal.  RSVP to 479-254-5146 or e-mail lwatts@bentonvillek12.org by Monday, February 6th at noon.

Congratulations to the February SCRUBS students of the month:

10th grade - Ben Moy
11th grade - Seth Orr
12th grade - Kelsey Young

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Pharmacy Summer Camp Program is designed for high school rising juniors and seniors interested in learning more about the challenging career pathway opportunities in the profession of pharmacy.  More information and applications can be found at the following link: http://pharmcollege.uams.edu/pharmacycamp. The deadline to apply for this opportunity is February 10, 2012.

Congratulations to the STEAM Students of the Month for the months of December and January:   Sophomore: Austin LaBrue, Junior: Jake Coppick, Seniors:  Justin Caylor & Brad Hampson.

ACT PREP WORKSHOP
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6TH FROM 4:30– 6:00 PM

A free ACT Prep Workshop presented in partnership with the University of Arkansas’ College Access Initiative.  Content includes test strategies and an overview of BPL’s  Learning Express Library. Learning Express contains ACT practice tests and resources to improve test-taking skills. Pre-registration in required and class size is limited. Register online @ bentonvillelibrary.org

Come Support BHS DECA on Monday February 6th (ALL DAY) at Genghis Grill, 2011 Promenade Blvd in Rogers. 20% of all proceeds will go to support the Make A Wish foundation if you mention BHS DECA!

We will be offering the ASVAB test on February 7 & 9 (2-day test) from 10:45-12:30 in the Main Gym. It is FREE. The ASVAB test provides you with career exploration scores which can help you determine your readiness for further education and training in different career areas. You, your counselor, and Military Services receive a copy of your scores.

If interested please see Dr. Scott in Room 236 as soon as possible.