Donation Drive is almost over!
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Cross another thing off your "to-do" list and drop off a donation to the College Park PTSA today. We have received $9,920 in donations so far! We thank you for your generosity; every little bit is greatly appreciated. It really does make a difference. The fundraiser ends on Dec. 31, 2011.
Questions? Check the PTSA website for more information and to view the teacher wish list. |
Holiday Outreach - one more week!
A simple way to give back to the community
| | We are currently below last year's donation amount for the Holiday Outreach program. This program is organized by the College Park PTSA and provides extra help to College Park families in need this holiday season. We would like to provide each of these families with a gift card to assist in making their holiday special. But we need your help! Any amount is greatly appreciated and will certainly make a difference to the families at our school.
If you would like to help by donating to the "Holiday Outreach" program, please make a check in any amount payable to CPHS/PTSA , then write "Holiday Outreach" on the memo line of your check and drop off in the office or mail to:
College Park PTSA
Holiday Outreach
201 Viking Drive
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
All donations are tax deductible. Your donations will be greatly appreciated.
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| Looking for something to do tonight? How about the College Park Coffee House? | | Join us for Coffee House on Tuesday, December 13 from 6:30 to about 8:00pm in the multi-use room. Coffee House is a completely student-run activity in which College Park students showcase their artistic abilities.
Students perform with bands, or with friends, singing mostly acoustic music, creating a cozy "coffee house" kind of a feel. The art classes and photography classes display their latest works, and sometimes drama students read poetry. It's a big celebration showcasing the creativity of our peers.
A $2.00 donation is requested at the door and coffee, hot chocolate and baked goods will be sold for $1 per item. These funds will be used to support leadership student activities. If possible, bring your own bean bag, pillow, or blanket!
Parents are welcome. If you have questions or are able to lend some old, comfy seating for the evening, please contact Nicole Santos, Junior Class President, at nasantos.cphs@yahoo.com.
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Enjoy California Pizza Kitchen on Wednesday and help the junior class
| | On Wednesday, December 14, the Class of 2013 is having a fundraiser at California Pizza Kitchen in Walnut Creek.
All you have to do is go any time that day, enjoy your food (eat in or take out), and present this flyer* to give 20% of your bill back to the junior class!
We would really appreciate it if our fellow Falcons came out for a delicious meal and some school spirit! If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Santos, Junior Class President at nasantos.cphs@yahoo.com. We hope to see you there!
*The flyer is required for us to receive the funds!
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Winterfest is tomorrow night
| | Join us on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 7:00 to 9:00pm for Winterfest, an event that celebrates all of the visual & performing arts at College Park.
There will be a concert in the gym featuring vocal performances by the Mixed Chorus and Concert Choir as well as instrumental performances by the Wind Ensemble and Symphony Orchestra.
Concurrently in the multi-use room, the visual arts students will display original artwork from ceramics, glass, photography & art classes. Some of the students offer art for sale.
Come see the very talented teens in our community; bring the whole family! There is no charge for this event.
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| Curious about Poetry Out Loud? | | Students, are you still curious about Poetry Out Loud? Thursday, December 15 is your chance to find out all about it and meet a professional poet who will be helping to coach our contestants.
See Ms. Hein in the library before school or at brunch Thursday morning to get a pass to come to the library after lunch. Don't miss out. Talk to Ms. Hein or your English teacher.
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Winter Break
| | Winter Break is from Monday, Dec. 19 through Monday, Jan. 2. School starts again on Tuesday, Jan. 3.
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| PTSA General Meeting | | The next general PTSA meeting will be Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at 7:00pm in the College Park library. (Yes, that is the first day back after Winter Break.) The agenda includes:
- Results of the PTSA donation drive
- Updates from Mr. Gengler and student representatives about events at College Park
- Speaker from Contra Costa County Bar Association (see next item)
Please see our website for more information or if you'd like to contact us.
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| Do you have questions about kids and the law? | | Are you interested in what happens legally when your child turns 18? Join us for a discussion about kids and the law in the College Park library immediately following the general PTSA meeting on Jan. 3, 2012.
This discussion will be led by a legal professional from the Contra Costa County Bar Association. Contact the PTSA for more information.
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Attention Seniors who need Night School credits
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There has been a change in the application dates for Night School. Loma Vista Adult Center will be accepting applications from now to Dec. 15 and Jan. 3-5. Hours are 1:30-4:30pm M-F. Classes will begin on Jan. 9.
For an application come to see Mrs. Shaw in SSS #4 ASAP!
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Special announcement for parents of seniors
| | You might have missed it at Walk Thru. Changes in the CP web store process caused many parents to miss the online ticket sales at Walk Thru so we are reaching out again.
College Park Grad Nite tickets are on sale now! For details about this incredible event or to purchase online, visit our website at www.cpgradnite.homestead.com. Tickets can also be purchased at school in the Treasurer's Office.
Ticket price is $90 now and increases to $110 on January 6, 2012. As an incentive, if you buy before January 6, you will be entered into a raffle to win $50 cash back. There will be three lucky winners! Raffle winners will be selected during lunch on Monday, January 9.
Parent volunteers are still needed and welcome to join in the fun. Please visit our website to register.
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Pleasant Hill Community Awards
| | The City of Pleasant Hill, Pleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce and Pleasant Hill Rec & Park District are pleased to announce Pleasant Hill's 41st Annual Community Awards Night to be held on Thursday, January 19, 2012 at Back Forty Texas BBQ.
Nominations are currently being accepted for the following awards:
- Citizen of the Year
- Business Person of the Year
- Teen of the Year
- Educator of the Year
- Community Plus Award
- Mayor's Award
- PH Recreation & Park Awards
- PH Chamber Board Appreciation Award
College Park community: If you would like to nominate an Educator of the Year or a Teen of the Year, nomination forms and event details can be downloaded at www.pleasant-hill.net/awards.
Submit your nomination to the PH Recreation & Park District Offices (147 Gregory Lane) by Wednesday, January 4, 2012 by 5:00pm. Nominations may also be emailed to mnelis@ci.pleasant-hill.ca.us.
If you have any questions, please contact Martin Nelis at 671-5229, Tina Young at 682-0896 or the Chamber Office at 687-0700.
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Mock ACT/SAT opportunities in Jan. & Feb.
| | Juniors: We have mock SAT and ACT tests coming up to help you prepare for the real thing, which you will be taking March-June of 2012. The first mock test will be Saturday, Jan. 7, from 9am - 1pm. The cost is $15, sign up on the CPHS webstore.
You can choose either the ACT or the SAT. Colleges give each test the same weight in the admissions process; you need to decide which test you prefer or whether you will take both in the spring.
Results will be available on Wednesday, Jan. 17 at 7pm in the library. There will be a second mock test on Feb. 25, also offering both the ACT and SAT, so students have the opportunity to try both to see if they have a preference.
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Leadership sponsors book drive
| | Leadership is holding a book drive for Children's Hospital Oakland. We are requesting donations of new or gently used children's books.
We will be collecting the books in a bin located in Student Services North through February 1, 2012. If there are any questions, please feel free to e-mail Lauren Hantos at laurenisaballa21@aol.com. Thank you in advance!
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Sign up to audition for Talent Show
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Hey College Park, the Talent Show is back! If you want to audition, sign up in Student Service North. We also need MCs!
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| Financial Aid information | | Seniors: There is a wealth of financial aid information available on the College & Career Center website. Here is a brief overview; visit the website for complete details and important information.
The main gateway to federal, state and institutional money is the FAFSA form. This form cannot be completed before Jan. 1, 2012. To be eligible for financial aid you must complete the form for 2012-13. This form can be found online at FAFSA.ed.gov and must be submitted by March 2, 2012.
There are certain things families can do now to start the financial aid process:
1. Visit www.pin.ed.gov to get a PIN for the student and one for the parent(s).Each child in a family who will be attending college needs a separate PIN. Parents need only one PIN.
2. Look at the FAFSA on the Web Worksheet for a preview of some of the FAFSA questions.
3. Get an estimate of your eligibility for federal student aid by visiting www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov.
4. Plan to attend the Financial Aid Evening at Ygnacio Valley High School at 7pm in the MU on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2012.
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