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From the Nighthawk Parent Organization
October 10, 2012
IRHS Marine Corps Elite Warrior ????

Once again, a simple click from you can help an IRHS athlete. Please vote and tell all your friends to vote!!!

 

VOTE NOW

  

click "Anthony Braunreiter" on www.TheSportsFlash.com 

  

OR  

send an email with 

"AZ-EW-WK7-BRAUNREITER" in the RE: line

 

Congratulations to Anthony Braunreiter for being nominated as a Marine Corps Elite Warrior for this week along with six other students from around Arizona. Braunreiter rushed for 196 yards on 16 carries with a touchdown to help Ironwood Ridge to a 42-14 win over Mountain View.

 

To win the Marine Corps Elite Warrior of the Week award, Anthony needs the most number of fan votes. In September, immediate response to our newsletter garnered Tyler Williams an additional 160+ votes. Let's do even better for Anthony Braunreiter. Please take 10 seconds right now  to vote -- deadline is 6pm tomorrow (Thursday).
IN THIS ISSUE
Budget Cuts: Voter Information
IRHS Tutoring Program Begins
What is the Amphi Foundation?
Culver's Night 10/18 to Raise Funds for BBall
OV Expo - Oct 20, 10am-3pm
College Bound Reminder of Upcoming Dates
Reminders & Resources
Principal's Corner   

Monday, October 15th, 2012

Library Lecture Hall

3:30 to 5:00 p.m.

 

Drop by the school on Monday! Principal Szolowicz will be in the Library Lecture Hall (front parking lot; side door to the right of the main entrance)  from 3:30-5pm to hear from anyone regarding any issue affecting the Nighthawk Community.   


Budget Cuts: 
Voter Information 
 
We have entered another election season and ballots affecting school funding, such as Prop 204, are up for public vote. This District Powerpoint on Amphi School Budget cuts might help you become more informed. 


IRHS Tutoring Program Begins

After we return from fall break IRHS will begin an after-school tutoring program. Starting on Monday October 15th, tutoring will run Monday-Thursday from 3:45-5:15 and will include tutoring in Math, Science, English and Modern Language classes.

 

AIMS specific tutoring will occur from 3:45-5:45 on Monday 10/15 - Thursday 10/18 and Monday 10/22 - Wednesday 10/24. Note: Fall AIMS testing (Juniors/Seniors who have not met or want to exceed take these tests) begins Tuesday 10/23 (writing), Wednesday 10/24 (Reading) and Thursday 10/25 (Math).

 

The IRHS website will have more details when we return from fall break.

What is the Amphi Foundation? Get to Know a District Resource

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The Amphi Foundation is celebrating 30 years of supporting Amphitheater Public Schools. They strive to promote academic excellence through the expansion of resources that enrich the education, development and well-being of students of Amphi School District. Read this flyer to learn more about their programs, which include: 21st Century Classroom Project, MathPLUS+ Tutoring, Scholarships, Athletic Fee Waivers and Summer Basketball, Amphi Clothing Bank, and Sequels is a thrift store located at the southwest corner of Oracle and Magee. Keep up with the Foundation's news on via Facebook.

 

Recent Event
Their very first Stuff the Bus was a huge success for the Amphi Clothing Bank!  3 and 1/2 buses of have been unpacked. Our Amphi families appreciate all the new items!  A special thanks to all the volunteers from Amphi HS Student Government, Cross Middle School, Ironwood NJHS, Mesa Verde, Painted Sky, and the Christina Taylor Green Foundation. Amphi HS's Marching Band, Coronado Del Oro's Jazz Band, and Ironwood HS's Show Choir performed too and they were electric!  And a huge thanks to everyone who donated items. Thank you Amphi Community!

Upcoming Fundraising Events
Are you or anyone you know planning a trip to California?  Please consider booking a stay through Get Away Today Vacations www.getawaytoday.com or 1-800-523-6116.  Use the tracking code: 54527 so the Foundation receives a donation. 

Now through October 28th - Nightfall at Old Tucson Studio
Amphi Foundation will receive $1 for every entrance coupon used to attend Fright Night.  Coupons were delivered to all Amphi Middle Schools this week. http://www.nightfallaz.com 

Friday, November 9th from 5pm-8 pm - Real Deals Shopping
Come start your Holiday shopping at Real Deals, 4261 W. Ina Road, Suite #101. Amphi Foundation will receive a portion of each purchase. Check the store out on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/RealDealsTucson 

Saturday, March 9th, 2013 - Friends of Amphi Gala
Come celebrate and meet the individuals and businesses who support Amphi Foundation. Our event will be held at the Hilton El Conquistador.

Culver's Fundraiser - Oct 18th, 4-8pm    

has partnered with Culver's for an upcoming fundraiser. Culver's (6905 N Thornydale) is donating 10% of sales linked to this flyer.
Consider having a tasty treat between 4 and 8pm on October 18th. Your splurge will help the team get some much needed cash.

OV Expo - Oct 20th, 10am-3pm

Visit the pumpkin patch at the first annual OV Expo on Saturday October 20th, 10am-3pm @ Casas Parking Lot (10801 N. La Cholla). This flyer gives you more information about the family event featuring home improvement companies, food, and entertainment.
College Reminders: 

Colleges Visiting IRHS
10/16 ASU 12:45-1:30
10/16 Westmont College 10:55-11:36
10/16 Pacific University 10:55-11:36
10/16 Portland State University 12:57-1:37
10/16 University of San Diego 12:57-1:37
10/17 University of Alabama 8:00-9:00
10/17 Vanderbilt University 8:00-9:00
10/17 American University 10:56-11:36 & 12:57-1:37
10/17 Colorado State University 10:56- 11:36
10/17 University of Chicago 2:30
10/19 Hendrix College 11:30

Upcoming College Fairs

NPO Fall Presentation

  • Monday October 29th, Preparing for College with David Goldberg, Library Lecture Hall, 7pm
Reminders

October 15th is deadline to order a commemorative brick for installation @ IRHS front pathway before school ends. Use this order form. 

 

October 20th IRHS will proctors the PSAT/NMSQT. 10/5 is the registration deadline; $25 fee. 

 

October 20th is the third annual Project Grad Extreme Car Show (@ CDO, 25 W. Calle Concordia) to benefit Project Grad. Please visit the PGX volunteer schedule if you can volunteer. Questions? contact Traci Maddox, 520-982-6528.  

 

Food Drive: Send in your canned goods. The English class with the most food will receive an Eegees party! The last day of the Food Drive is November 2nd. If your student does not have an English teacher, you can drop off donations at the front office.
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