Sister Ellen Marie would like to meet with every freshman's parent.  If you have not signed up for a focus group, please look at the list below and email Mary Cotter at mcotter@setonhs.org with your preferred time:

September 26 - 7:30AM
September 26 - 4:30PM
September 29 - 7:30AM
September 29 - 9:00AM
September 29 - 3:00PM
September 29 - 4:30 PM
September 29 - 6:30PM
September 30 - 7:30AM
September 30 - 4:30 PM
September 30 - 6:30PM

Many students are still without books for classes. If you have not ordered your daughter's books, please do so as soon as possible. It is very difficult for students to do well and for teachers to teach effectively if students are without the right materials.
Starting October 1 demerits will be issued to students who come to class without books.

See volunteer opportunities below....

The Senior Parent College and Financial Aid Meeting will take place on Thursday, September 25th at 7pm in the Auditorium.  A financial aid officer will be discussing the process of the FAFSA and answering any questions that senior parents may have.  Please make every effort to attend. 

The Knights of Columbus of Northern Virginia are hosting a Catholic College Fair on Wednesday October 8th at 7:00 p.m. in the Holy Spirit School Gymnasium.  The address is 8800 Braddock Road, Annandale, VA 22003. Call 703-850-0390 for more information.

Car Washes to benefit the Seton Cheer Program will be held on the following dates:
·        Sunday, October 12th

TIME: 10:30am to 2:30pm
LOCATION:  Bowie Shell gas station (rt450 across from IHOP),
Address: 15651 Annapolis Road in Bowie, Md

Gifted and Talented STEM Program (G&T) at the National Security Agency.
The G&T Program is a 10-12 week summer internship designed to introduce current graduating high school students who possess outstanding academic credentials in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to the NSA/CSS missions. This program provides a tremendous opportunity to gain valuable work experience in the area of STEM. Students will be given meaningful and engaging opportunities to utilize and enhance their technical skills. They will work closely with mentors and coworkers on projects that truly make an impact to our country. Students will be placed in an office related to their areas of interest and aptitude and will also have the chance to experience unique tours of our facility.
Please click on the link below for the full program description: http://www.nsa.gov/careers/opportunities_4_u/students/high_school/stem.shtml

Hugh O'Brien Leadership Program (HOBY) is designed for Sophomores to recognize their leadership talents and apply them to becoming effective, ethical leaders. Students attend a two/three day seminar and meet other student leaders in their state.
Each school can send one representative from the Sophomore class.
To apply you must submit an essay of 100 words or less.
Topic: Describe the most rewarding and challenging aspect of being a leader in your school or community.
Application deadline: November 1, 2014
All essays should be submitted to Ms. Cooke and will be reviewed by committee.

Your generosity and support have made it possible for 14 students to attend the John Paul II School in Port au Prince, Haiti.

Please join Elizabeth Seton for their first Annual Golf Tournament to be held Monday, October 20th at the Crofton Country Club. Proceeds benefit Seton's new turf field. To play, sponsor or find out more, visit www.setonhs.org/golf

The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) invites sophomores, juniors and seniors to the National College Fair at the Baltimore Convention Center October 27th and 28th or the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. October 2nd and 3rd. Students can register at www.gotomyncf.com. This is a great opportunity to connect with admissions representatives and gain insights regarding the college search and admissions process.

If you wish to receive text alerts from Seton then please text SETONHS to 84576. You will receive a confirmation text, please complete the requested details.
If you have any problems or questions please email Mr. O'Meara tomeara@setonhs.org.

The Advancement Office needs help on Saturday September 27 from 4:30 to 5:30 to assist with cleanup and breakdown of the Class of 1969 Reunion. Please contact Mary Lucian at 301-864-4532 X7019 or mlucian@setonhs.org if you can help. Please provide your name, your contact number, your daughter's name and student id number so that parent service hours can be recorded.

We need chaperone assistance for the Homecoming Dance on October 18th from 7:30pm to 11:15pm.  Specifically, we need parents who are willing to be outside monitoring the parking lots, and parents who are willing to be inside where the music can be heard (working the check-in table, food and drink tables, and monitoring halls and doors). If you are available and willing, please email Alison Reeves at areeves@setonhs.org with your name, daughter's name and SID number by Friday, October 10th. Thank you!

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