Parents/Guardians, Staff, and Students:

TAKS is over until the end of April and we are all getting ready for a well-deserved break.  This last week before Spring Break will be busy, as usual.  We have a host of athletic activities, the UIL Orchestra competition, the State Speech and Debate tournament, Trojan Live band competition, and the Superintendent on campus holding a public meeting discussing the budget.  Things never seem to quiet down, but it is the energy from all of our many activities that keeps things interesting on campus.  I will be attending the National Association of Secondary School Principals’ meeting in Phoenix beginning on Wednesday and will leave things in the competent hands of our administrative staff.   Make plans to support our orchestra students or attend a baseball, softball, soccer, Lacrosse, or tennis match this week.  Everyone needs to plan to be present for the Superintendent’s meeting about the budget on Thursday.  The tentative agenda for the meeting is attached to this message at the bottom of this post.  Important decisions are being made about programs and district initiatives and we want the needs of the Anderson Vertical Team to be part of the discussion.  Please plan to attend to represent our interests.

Our counselors will be calling students in for individual course advisement as they enter student course requests this week and the week after Spring Break.  This year it is more important than ever for students to carefully choose the courses they would like to take next year.  Our budget for next year is extremely tight and we will have to be very strategic with our course assignments for teachers.  We want all students to have the courses available which they have selected, so we need early course choice selections and course requests need to be carefully considered.  We will begin work on our preliminary master schedule at the end of March.

We have hired a new volleyball coach who will join us next year.  Kym Aldrich was a volleyball player while at Pflugerville High School, has coached club volleyball, and served as the head coach at Manor High School and an assistant coach at Vista Ridge.  Kym will be on campus on Tuesday to meet with the coaching staff and to introduce herself to the players.  We are excited to welcome Kym to campus and we feel she will bring a real spark to the volleyball program.

Finally, I would like to thank the fine parents who led tours of Anderson through the month of February.  Over 300 people toured Anderson High School to find out more about us and to hear about our fine programs.  Thanks to the parents who led these tours – Darra Dotson, Pam-Sue Brower, and Cheri Crozier.  Thanks, also, to our wonderful Julie Cowan who recommended the tours and helped to get them organized.  I think they really helped us to put our “best foot forward” and showed parents of potential Anderson students that Anderson is the place to be for a great education.

Have fun and be safe over Spring Break.  We all deserve a great relaxation time.

Donna Houser,
Principal

CALENDAR
MONDAY, March 8, 2010
9:00am-4:30pm – IB English Orals (Seniors only), Westover Hills Church
4:15-5:00pm – Knitting for the Needy, IB Office
7:00-9:00pm – JV Boys Lacrosse @ Lake Travis
TUESDAY, March 9, 2010
9:00am-4:30pm – IB English Orals (Seniors only), Westover Hills Church
9:00am-6:00pm – Middle School UIL Contest, Theater/Fine Arts
4:00-5:00pm – Tennis vs Henderickson @ Henderickson
4:30-6:00pm – Newbie Belles Practice, Small Gym
5:30-8:00pm – Belles Board/Booster Club Meeting, Rm 13/Cafeteria
5:45-8:00pm – Softball vs Bowie @ Butler 2
6:00-7:00pm –Varsity Girls Soccer vs Connally @ Connally
7:00-8:30pm – Texas Hawaii 2010 Meeting, Rm 112
7:30-8:30pm – Varsity Baseball vs Akins @ Northwest
WEDNESDAY, March 10, 2010
9:00-10:00am – JV Softball Tournament vs Bowie @ Bowie
9:00am-4:30pm – IB English Orals (Seniors only), Westover Hills Church
9:00am-6:00pm – Middle School UIL Contest, Theater/Fine Arts
4:00-5:00pm – Tennis vs Henderickson @ Henderickson
4:00-5:00pm – Bowie Dual Track Meet (9th & JV only) @ Bowie
4:15-5:30pm – Key Club Meeting, Cafeteria
5:00pm JV-1 Baseball vs. Akins @ Akins
6:00pm – JV Boys Soccer vs Connally @ Nelson Field
7:45pm – Varsity Boys Soccer vs Connally @ Nelson Field- Senior Recognition night!!
THURSDAY, March 11, 2010
8:15-8:45am – Late Registration for AP Tests, Counseling Center
9:00-10:00am – JV Softball Tournament vs Bowie @  Noack/Butler (Time TBA)
9:00am-4:30pm – IB English Orals (Seniors only), Westover Hills Church
12:00-1:00pm – Baseball vs Del Valle @ Anderson
12:30-1:00pm – Late Registration for AP Tests, Counseling Center
1:30-3:30pm – JV2 Baseball vs Westwood @ Westlake
2:00-2:30pm – Late Registration for AP Tests, Counseling Center
2:30-3:30pm – Varsity Baseball vs Grapevine @ Anderson
4:00-6:00pm – JV2 Baseball vs Round Rock @ Westlake
4:15-4:45pm - Late Registration for AP Tests, Counseling Center
5:00-6:00pm – AISD Relays/Varsity @ Burger Center
5:00-7:00pm – JV1 Baseball vs Hutto @ Round Rock
6:00-8:00pm – Community Conversation with Board Members on Budget, Cafeteria
7:00-8:00pm – UIL Orchestra Concert, Theater
7:00-9:00pm – Trojan Live, Large Gym
7:30-9:00pm – Fellowship of Christian Athletes @ Hillcrest Baptist Church , 3rd Floor Youth Rm

FRIDAY, March 12, 2010
8:15-8:45am – Late Registration for AP Tests, Counseling Center
9:00am-4:30pm – IB English Orals (Seniors only), Westover Hills Church
9:30-10:30am – Varsity Baseball vs McAllen @ Hyde Park
11:00am-1:00pm – JV1 Baseball vs Round Rock @ Round Rock
12:30-1:00pm – Late Registration for AP Tests, Counseling Center
2:00-2:30pm – Late Registration for AP Tests, Counseling Center
2:30-3:30pm – Varsity Baseball vs Houston Lamar @ Northwest
2:45-4:15pm – Trojan Live Contest, Large Gym
4:00-6:00pm – JV1 Baseball vs Georgetown @ Round Rock
4:15-4:45pm - Late Registration for AP Tests, Counseling Center
5:45-7:00pm – Softball vs Pflugerville @ Nocak #4
6:00-7:00pm – JV Girls Soccer vs Austin @ Nelson Field
6:00-7:00pm – JV Boys Soccer vs Austin @ House Park
6:30-8:30pm – JV2 Baseball vs Westlake @ Westlake
7:45-9:00pm – Varsity Girls Soccer vs Austin @ Nelson Field
7:45-9:00pm – Varsity Boys Soccer vs Austin @ House Park
SATURDAY, March 13, 2010
9:00-10:00am – JV Softball Tournament vs Bowie @ Bowie
10:00am-12:00pm – JV2 Baseball vs Stony Point @ Westlake
12:00-2:00pm – JV1 Baseball vs Cedar Park @ Round Rock
2:30-3:30pm – Varsity Baseball vs Dripping Springs @ Nelson Field
4pm - JV-1 Baseball vs Georgetown @ Round Rock

SUNDAY, March 14, 2010
SPRING BREAK STARTS!
Save the Dates:
*March 25 @ 7:00pm – Band Pre-UIL Concert, Theater
*March 26 – Temple Jazz Festival
March 27 – Prom @ Doubletree Hotel
*April 6 & 7 - UIL Concert & Sight-Reading Contest
*April 12 @ 6:00pm – Band Booster Club Meeting
*Friday, April 30 - Swim Team End-of-Year Banquet
May 30 @ 3:00 pm - Baccalaureate Service @ Westover Hills Church of Christ
June 5 - Graduation @ Erwin Center
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Project Graduation Geraniums for sale!
Please buy beautiful, spring geraniums to benefit the senior class and Project Graduation!

Get healthy, ready-to-bloom, 6.5” (one-gallon size) plants in the colors Light Pink, Red, or Salmon for only $8.50 each.

To purchase geraniums, contact Ronda Roach or Pierrette Tyson, and mail them a check for your total ($8.50 x # 0f plants….no tax).  Checks should be made payable to Anderson PTSA-Project Graduation.  All money and orders are due by Friday, April 2nd.

The geraniums will be available for pick up on Friday, April 9th, at Anderson High School (on the corner of Cima Serena and Mesa).

Ronda Roach
8100 Amelia Cove,
Austin, TX 78750
342-2513; cell 970-4509
roachfamily@austin.rr.com

Pierrette Tyson
7616 Rockpoint Dr,
Austin, TX 78731
346-1624
pierrettetyson@sbcglobal.net

Thank you for supporting the Anderson High School Senior class!
(Project Graduation is an all-night, drug and alcohol-free party thrown by the PTSA on the night of graduation.)
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Declaration of Independence Dignitary Ceremony
Runs on Cable Ch. 22

The noontime dignitary ceremony that took place on Friday, Feb. 5, in conjunction with the Declaration of Independence Broadside event will be shown on AISD’s cable channel 22 at the following times:

Friday, March 5, 6 p.m.
Sunday, March 7, 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 9, 9:30
Thursday, March 11, 10 p.m.
Friday, March 12, 10:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 13, 11:30 a.m.

It is also expected to run during spring break, but those dates and times have not been confirmed.
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Anderson PTSA Scholarship info
Seniors who joined the Anderson PTSA before October 15th along with at least one parent or guardian qualify to apply for an Anderson PTSA Scholarship for 2009-2010. Letters to eligible seniors are being distributed through the counselor’s office the week of March 8th. Applications are available in the counselor’s office on the “scholarship wall” and are due by FRIDAY, April 16th. There are three $500 scholarships available.  If you have any questions, you may email the scholarship PTSA co-chairs Linda Zimmerman at kzlz1@aol.com or Suzanne Torres at suzannejtorres@sbcglobal.net
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MEN’S SOCCER
WEDNESDAY, March 10, 2010 – SENIOR RECOGNITION NIGHT @ VARSITY GAME
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The Anderson Library is gearing up for their Book Fair in the early part of May.   Please bring your donations of  books (adult, young adult, children, coloring books, etc.)  videos or DVDs to the library.   We will take donations from now through April 28th  Thanks so much.
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Internet Safety Parent Education Program Scheduled for Noon, 3/25, in the Anderson Library
Anderson parent Laura Sue Johnson, an employee of IBM, will be presenting a program on Internet Safety for parents on Thursday, March 25, at noon, in the Anderson Library’s Distance Learning Lab.  Please join other interested parents as we discuss keeping our kids safe online.  There are 795,000,000 internet users worldwide.  Kids can access pornography, receive gaming solicitations, be bullied, and meet predators on line.  Come to the program to receive tips for narrowing the digital divide and for keeping your kids safe while they’re online.  For more information, contact Julie Cowan at Jscowan@aol.com.
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Capital Metro will begin service of its fast-moving, quiet, MetroRail trains soon.  This is an exciting time for us, and we look forward to beginning full passenger service.  However, we recognize that there are some very important safety reminders that we need to emphasize, especially to those who live, work, or attend school near the tracks.

Please remember to use caution when crossing the train tracks,
and NEVER stop your car on the tracks.
(please see the entire letter at the end of this post)
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Anderson Trojan’s Senior Prom Specials at Salon Hush!
Salon Hush would like to help you celebrate your
Senior Prom by making sure you look your BEST!

Salon Hush will offer 20% off any service or 10% off products, with an Anderson Student ID, Saturday March 20th – Saturday March 27th.

Come in the week before prom for your Haircut, Color, Highlights, or Extensions & receive 20% OFF!

On March 27th we are dedicating all day to The Anderson Senior Prom!
Come get your hair styled & make-up applied for your big night!

Please call 512-600-7100 for an appointment!
Or book online at
www.mysalononline.com/hush
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DON’T THROW AWAY FREE  $$$$$
We ALL go grocery shopping.  Anderson PTSA has an agreement with Randall’s and HEB so that when we use their grocery cards to shop they donate 4% or 5% to our PTSA.  You purchase and use HEB/Randalls cards at FACE VALUE and they donate the % back to us. We have made over $19,000.00 since the program began in 2005.

For details about how to participate, contact Patty Oppel at 496-0591 or poppel@austin.rr.com
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loveisrespect National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline Event 
With the advent of technology, teen dating abuse has taken on a new meaning. Along with physical abuse, teens are experiencing more dating abuse in the form of sexting and constant texting.  A Day to Shine, benefiting the National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline, is scheduled for Saturday, April 10th at 2:00 at Austin Country Club to raise awareness of this issue which is affecting 1 in 3 teens across the country.  The event will include a keynote speaker, desserts and a teen style show.  Tickets are $25 and can be ordered at loveisrespect.org.   Questions?  Contact Lisa Dow at lisadow@austin.rr.com.
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We ask Sophomore & Junior parents to volunteer to help with the 2010 Baccalaureate Service. It will be held on Sunday, May 30th, 3:00 at Westover Hills Church of Christ. We need parents to help decorate, set-up, usher, help with the reception & clean-up. Please e-mail Poloskey@swbell.net if you are willing to help!
Thank-you,
Mary Lou Poloskey & Kathy Hadlock
Baccalaureate Co-chairs
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Students will meet individually with their counselor to go over course selections and credits either the week of March 8th or March 22nd. If your student did not get a course contract or lost theirs, we have electronic copies available on our link through the PTSA website and also in the counseling office.
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Project Graduation News:
Tuxes Rented for Prom from Royal Tuxedo = $ for Project Grad!
Prom is only 2 weeks away!  For every tuxedo rental from Royal Events & Tuxedos, Anderson Project Grad will receive $5 to $7!
Royal Events & Tuxedos also offers professional dress/suits alterations as well as Custom-made Prom Dresses. For every alteration or custom- made dress, Project Grad will receive $5 to $7!
Be a Prom Student Agent!  Anderson Guys can receive your Prom Tuxedo rental for free by sending 10 fellow students to Royal Events & Tuxedos store.  See www.royaltuxedo.com, click Austin , click Proms, for details.

Reserve your tux or design your dress TODAY at 7930 Burnet Road, #200 (by Houston ’s Restaurant)!
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Project ADVANCE Financial Aid Saturdays - volunteers from area high schools and colleges will be available every Saturday, beginning in February. We will help you fill out the FAFSA and, at some locations, prepare taxes. Schedules are available in the counseling and registrar offices.
More scholarships have been added to Naviance, please make sure students of every grade are checking the list. Most are for seniors, but a handful are for 9-11 graders.
Michele Reynolds
Project ADVANCE
(512)414-0551
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Dear Parents,

Capital Metro will begin service of its fast-moving, quiet, MetroRail trains soon.  This is an exciting time for us, and we look forward to beginning full passenger service.  However, we recognize that there are some very important safety reminders that we need to emphasize, especially to those who live, work, or attend school near the tracks.

Please remember to use caution when crossing the train tracks,
and NEVER stop your car on the tracks.

The new Capital MetroRail trains will be traveling as fast as a car and are almost as quiet.

Talk to your children about safety.  Here are some safety facts they should know:
•    Stay alert and pay attention around train tracks; any time is train time.
•    Trains can’t swerve; they must follow the tracks, so cars and people must stay off the tracks to avoid being hit by a train.  Again, never stop your car on the tracks, for any reason.
•    It can take up to one mile to stop a freight train traveling 55 mph and up to 600ft. (two football fields) to stop a commuter train like the MetroRail.  Never walk on the tracks.
•    Always expect a train at any time, in either direction, on any track, and always watch for a second train.
•    Look, Listen and Live!  Loud music and headphones can keep you from hearing a train.

MetroRail trains are quiet and can come up on you before you know they are there.  When crossing the tracks in a car, please use caution and always look both ways.  As an extra safety precaution, roll down your windows and turn down the radio to listen for the horn. If you see a train coming, wait.  The MetroRail trains will travel at speeds of up to 65 miles per hour in some areas, and the freight trains will continue to run during non-MetroRail hours.

In order to ensure that our communities understand this important safety message, Capital Metro is working with community leaders on a Rail Safety Outreach Initiative. The outreach began in March 2007 and has continued for the last 3 years.  If you would like a MetroRail or rail safety presentation for your neighborhood, community group, or business, please let us know.

Thank you,

Alissa Schram

Community Involvement Coordinator
Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority

512.369.7759
alissa.schram@capmetro.org
www.stayoffthetracks.com

Community Conversation Guidelines

Ø  Please note that the purpose of this community conversation is to provide an opportunity to learn about the 2010-2011 Preliminary Budget. The moderator will serve to ensure that questions and comments are focused accordingly.
Ø  The moderator may intervene to ask you to wrap-up in order to address as many questions or comments as possible. We thank you for your understanding.
Ø  To respect everyone’s time, we ask that you limit your comments to 2 minutes and refrain from asking follow-up questions.*
Ø  Please understand that if we are not able to get to everyone’s questions or comments, you may complete a question card. Questions not addressed this evening will be answered and posted on the District website at www.austinisd.org.
Ø  To honor the posted time for the meeting, the moderator will track the time and call for a conclusion of the community conversation at 8:00 PM.

AP Test Late Registration will be this Thursday(March 11) and Friday(March 12) in the Counseling Office.

Registration times are 8:15 am to 8:45 am,  12:30 pm to 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm and 4:15 pm to 4:45 pm.

Please keep in mind that there is an additional $20 Late Fee for each exam.

We had a fun week last week with snow and Jason Castro and all sorts of great activities.  First, on Tuesday, the snow was a big hit with the students as they chose to stand out in the snowflakes and take pictures during their passing periods.  We thought that school might be abbreviated, but the storm passed and the streets were easily traveled.  Many parents called in to have their students dismissed to go home and avoid driving on the slushy streets.  These students were excused for the remainder of the day as long as we received a note from the parent stating that they wanted their student to go home early.  However, we did get quite a few complaints from neighbors about students leaving school and then driving to areas in the neighborhood to go sledding or playing in the snow.  While we appreciate the concern for the safety of our students, it is our hope that students sent home early to keep them off the streets, went home to be safe.  Valuable instructional time was lost and, if for student safety, then it is always a good trade-off.  I would ask parents to caution students who leave school early to go straight home and ensure their safety.

Then on Thursday, Jason Castro from American Idol performed during lunches.  Students enjoyed the mini-concert and took pictures with the performers.  When the band came into the office on Thursday, they expressed concerns about student behavior in other performances.  The two high schools where they had performed prior to coming to Anderson were not pleasant experiences according to the band.  The students had “almost rioted” during the concerts and were very misbehaved.  They were overwhelmed with the behavior of the Anderson students and said they would tell future bands that Anderson “is the place to go for a great audience.”  I was very proud of our students during the concerts.

We had some outstanding performances by our students last week.  At the Regional Science Fair, Jin Hyung Lee placed first in Biochemistry, Maria Sterrett placed first in Cellular and Molecular Biology, and Alex Crisara placed first in Engineering and Bioengineering.  Maria won the Austin Energy Science, Math, and Engineering Scholarship and Alex received a special recognition from the ASM Materials Education Foundation, from the National Society of Professional Engineers and will represent Central Texas in the I-SWEEP Olympiad in Houston. Jasmine and Evan Gulick also represented Anderson High School at the Science Fair.  We appreciate the fine efforts of all of these young scientists.

We had baseball, softball, soccer, swimming, tennis, Lacrosse, and wrestling competitions this week, as well.  Our athletes are working hard and representing Anderson well in district and regional competitions.  Our choir students were in Denver performing at a National Choir Conference, and all of the Fine Arts students are gearing up for UIL competition.  The Speech and Debate Team hosted a tournament at Westover Hills Church in preparation for the UIL Speech and Debate competition.  These are busy times around Anderson High School.

This week brings the English TAKS test on Wednesday.  For our juniors, this test determines graduation and gives them their “College Readiness” score for entry into the state universities.  Scores on this test by sophomores helps to determine the school’s AYP rating from the federal government.  Freshmen scores help to guide supports for students in future classes.  This is an important test for students and for the school so we ask that students get a good night’s sleep, eat a good breakfast, and arrive at school early on Wednesday to locate the appropriate room for testing.  Lunches for all students will begin at 12:40.  Seniors need to arrive by 1:30 to attend classes in the afternoon.  We will follow an “A” day schedule and students will attend 1st,3rd, 5th, and 7th periods.

As always, take a look at the weekly calendar below and pick an Anderson activity to attend this week.  It will be the best hours you spend during the week.

Donna Houser, Principal

CALENDAR

MONDAY, March 1, 2010
9:00am-4:30pm – TAKS (retest) @ Anderson
7:00-8:30pm – Parent Education:
“What to Expect When Your Child Goes to College”, Library

TUESDAY, March 2, 2010, ELECTION DAY, BE SURE TO VOTE!
7:00am-7:00pm – Election, Library
4:30-6:00pm – Newbie Belles Practice, Small Gym
5:45-6:45pm – Softball vs Akins @ Noack #4
6:00-7:00pm –Varsity Boys Soccer vs Bastrop @ Bastrop
6:00-7:00pm – JV Girls Soccer vs Bastrop @ Nelson Field
6:30-7:30pm – Golf Booster Club Meeting, Rm 103
7:00-8:00pm – Travis County Democrat Precinct Convention, Choir Rm
7:45-9:00pm – Varsity Girls Soccer vs Bastrop @ Nelson Field
8:00-9:00pm - Travis County Republican Precinct Convention, Choir Rm

WEDNESDAY, March 3, 2010
9:00am-12:45pm – Freshman - Juniors TAKS-English @ Anderson
4:20-5:00pm – NHS Meeting, Cafeteria
4:30-5:30pm – CAC Meeting, Library
4:45            – RAD Meeting, Cafeteria
6:00-7:00pm – Softball Booster Club Meeting, Rm 13
6:30-7:30pm – Baseball Booster Club Meeting, Cafeteria

THURSDAY, March 4, 2010
9:00am-5:00pm – TAKS (retest) @ Anderson
9:00-10:00am – Varsity Softball vs Seguin @ Seguin
11:00am-4:30pm – AISD Orchestra Pre-UIL Contest,
Theater/Fine Arts/Cafeteria
1:00-2:00pm – Varsity Baseball vs Stony Point @ Stony Point
2:45-4:45pm – JV1 Baseball vs Dripping Springs @ Westwood
4:00-5:00pm – Varsity Baseball vs Lewisville @ Stony Point
5:00-7:00pm – JV1 Baseball vs Austin High @ Westwood
6:00-8:00pm – JV Boys Lacrosse vs Westwood @ House Park
7:00-8:00pm – Anderson Orchestra Pre-UIL Concert, Theater
7:30-9:00pm – Fellowship of Christian Athletes @ Hillcrest Baptist Church, 3rd Floor Youth Rm
8:00-10:00pm – Varsity Boys Lacrosse vs Westwood @ House Park

FRIDAY, March 5, 2010
8:00am-5:00pm – TAKS (retest) @ Anderson
8:00am-7:45pm – Tennis vs AISD Spring Tournament @ UT
9:00-10:00am – Varsity Softball vs Seguin @ Seguin
10:00-11:00am – Baseball vs Lake Travis @ Stony Point
5:00-9:00pm – Chess Tournament Setup, Cafeteria/Large Gym
6:00-7:00pm – JV Girls Soccer vs Westlake @ Westlake
7:00-8:00pm – Varsity Baseball vs McNeil @ McNeil
7:15-9:15pm – JV1 Baseball vs Westwood @ Westwood
7:45-9:00pm – Varsity Girls Soccer vs Westlake @ Westlake

SATURDAY, March 6, 2010
8:00am-2:00pm – SAT, Science Wing
8:00am-5:00pm – Chess Competition, Cafeteria/Large Gym
8:00am-7:45pm – Tennis vs AISD Spring Tournament @ UT
9:00-10:00am – Varsity Softball vs Seguin @ Seguin
9:00-10:00am – Boys Soccer vs Westlake @ Nelson Field
9:00-10:00am – Hippo Relays @ Hutto
9:00am-4:00pm – Gardening Project in Northwest Courtyard
9:30-11:30am – JV1 Baseball vs Westlake @ Westwood
4:15-5:15pm – Baseball vs Round Rock @ Round Rock

SUNDAY, March 7, 2010
No Announcements

Save the Dates:
*Thursday, March 11 6:30-8:00pm @ Anderson HS Cafeteria,
AISD Community Budget Conversation
*Thursday, March 25 6:30-8:00pm Reagan HS Cafeteria, AISD Budget Conversation
Saturday, March 27 – Prom @ Doubletree Hotel
*Thursday, March 30 6:30 - 8:00pm Travis HS Cafeteria, AISD Budget Conversation
June 5 – Graduation @ Erwin Center
May 30 @ 3:00pm – Baccalaureate Service @ Westover Hills Church of Christ
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New Announcements:

WOMEN’S SOCCER NEWS
IT’S SENIOR NIGHT FOR GIRL’S SOCCER
COME HELP US CELEBRATE OUR SENIORS Wednesday night, March 3, @ Nelson Field,
Festivities for Senior Night begin @ 7:15
Anderson Girls Soccer plays Bastrop @ Nelson Field Wednesday Night
JV @ 6pm
Varsity @ 7:45
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MEN’S SOCCER NEWS
MONDAY, March 1 2010 — TONIGHT!
6:00 pm JV Men’s soccer vs. Bastrop @ Bastrop
7:45 pm Varsity Men’s soccer vs. Bastrop @ Bastrop

SATURDAY, March 6, 2010 – BIG RE-MATCH – COME SEE WHO WILL KEEP THE #1 SPOT IN DISTRICT!!
9:00 am JV Men’s soccer vs. Westlake @ Nelson Field
10:45 am Varsity Men’s soccer vs. Westlake @ Nelson Field
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FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes)
There will be a  FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) meeting this Thursday, March 4th at Hillcrest Baptist Church in the 3rd floor youth room from 7:30 to 9:00 PM.  All are welcome!
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ENGLISH - TAKS TESTING WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3
9:00 – 5:00
Room assignments will be posted in the main hallway on Monday, March 1.
Get a good night’s sleep and eat a good breakfast!
Seniors not involved in TAKS retesting may report to school at 12:40, but not later than 1:30pm.
See Schedule below.
“A Day”
12:40 pm - 1:25 pm        One Lunch for everyone
1:30 pm - 2:07 pm        1st period class
2:12 pm - 2:51 pm        3rd period class
2:56 pm - 3:33 pm         5th period class
3:38 pm - 4:15 pm        7th period class
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The Anderson RAD (Resisting Alcohol and Drugs) committee has our next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 3rd at 4:45 in the cafeteria. This meeting is OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS!
Juniors and seniors will have an advisory lesson on March 10th which will center around drinking and driving.  We would love to have any feedback from parents and/or students about how effective this was.
Our Safe Homes Pledge has been signed by more than 120 Anderson parents.  These parents have pledged to not allow students access to drugs and alcohol in their homes and to make sure that any social gathering of students is chaperoned.  To find out more, visit RAD by going to the Anderson website Campus tab.
Please contact Lisa Dow at lisadow@austin.rr.com with any questions.
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DON’T THROW AWAY FREE  $$$$$
We ALL go grocery shopping.  Anderson PTSA has an agreement with Randall’s and HEB so that when we use their grocery cards to shop they donate 4% or 5% to our PTSA.  You purchase and use HEB/Randalls cards at FACE VALUE and they donate the % back to us. We have made over $19,000.00 since the program began in 2005.
The cards can be used at HEB, CENTRAL MARKET, RANDALL’S, TOM THUMB, SAFEWAY, VONS, DOMINICK’S, PAVILIONS, CARRS or at STARBUCKS inside RANDALL’S.  The cards can also be used for gasoline (at HEB pumps), dinner at Central Market, coffee at Starbucks (inside Randall’s).  Give them to your college students or as gifts and support your children’s education. All profits go straight to our school, teacher’s wish list items and our students!!!

This is an EXCELLENT and EASY way to raise $$ for Anderson, JUST BY DOING YOUR REGULAR GROCERY SHOPPING. For details about how to participate, contact Patty Oppel at 496-0591 or poppel@austin.rr.com

Still Pertinent Previous Announcements:
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Parent Education:
Senior Parents Won’t Want to Miss This!
Advice on Managing the First Semester of College & Beyond
All Anderson parents, and especially parents of seniors, are invited to attend the next parent education program on Monday, March 1, in the Anderson Library, from 7 - 8:30 p.m.  Marc Shook, an Assistant Dean of Students at the University of Texas, will speak on what parents can expect when their children begin college.  Though Mr. Shook currently works at UT, he has nine years of experience in student affairs administration at both large and small institutions of higher education.  He has previously delivered presentations on topics such as student leadership development, multicultural education, higher education legal issues, liberal arts colleges, change management, and living-learning programs at student affairs national and regional conferences, to name just a few.
While at Anderson, Mr. Shook plans to address issues such as freshman move in, roommate issues, Greek recruitment, adjustment concerns - weight gain, disordered eating, psychological issues, substance abuse and support offered at schools, as well as what happens if your child gets into trouble.  He’ll also explain FERPA, a federal law limiting the ability of college officials to share information with parents.
Please come prepared with your questions as we ease into the next phase of our children’s lives.  For more information, contact PTSA parent education chair Julie Cowan at Jscowan@aol.com.
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loveisrespect National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline Event
With the advent of technology, teen dating abuse has taken on a new meaning. Along with physical abuse, teens are experiencing more dating abuse in the form of sexting and constant texting.  A Day to Shine, benefiting the National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline, is scheduled for Saturday, April 10th at 2:00 at Austin Country Club to raise awareness of this issue which is affecting 1 in 3 teens across the country.  The event will include a keynote speaker, desserts and a teen style show.  Tickets are $25 and can be ordered at loveisrespect.org.   Questions?  Contact Lisa Dow at lisadow@austin.rr.com.
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Let your Voice be heard, participate in
“A Community Conversation on AISD’s 2010-2011 Preliminary Budget”
These meetings will include a brief presentation by Austin ISD’s Chief Financial Officer and opportunities to give your input to Trustees. (Light refreshments will be served @ 6p)
Thursday, March 11  6:30-8:00pm, Anderson HS Cafeteria with Trustees Christing Brister, Annette LoVoi & Vincent Torres
Thursday, March 25  6:30-8:00pm, Reagan HS Cafeteria with Trustees Cheryl Bradley, Karen Dulaney Smith & Mark Williams
Tuesday, March 30   6:30-8:00pm, Travis HS Cafeteria with Trustees Sam Guzman, Lori Moya, Robert Schneider
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It’s that time again —– Anderson Library Book Fair will be held in the spring, and we need books (adult fiction and non- fiction, young adult, children, comic, graphic novels),  DVDs, VHSs, music CDs, etc.  The money we make on the book fair will be used to buy new books for our library.  If you have any of these items you would like to donate - stop by the library and drop them off.   News will be coming out soon as to the date of our book fair. Thank you.
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Band News
March 1-6:45 ABBA meeting
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Call for Baccalaureate Volunteers!
We ask Sophomore & Junior parents to volunteer to help with the 2010 Baccalaureate Service. It will be held on Sunday, May 30th, 3:00 at Westover Hills Church of Christ. We need parents to help decorate, set-up, usher, help with the reception & clean-up. Please e-mail Poloskey@swbell.net if you are willing to help!
Thank-you,
Mary Lou Poloskey & Kathy Hadlock
Baccalaureate Co-chairs
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*The next Free Practice ACT or SAT for Jrs *(the student chooses which test)- will be given Sat, 3/6 and 5/1 at the College Nannies & Tutors Learning Center (3908 Far West ). The test will start at 9am, conclude at 12:45 pm, and mimics the setting and timing of the actual tests. Students will grade their own test immediately upon completion and will leave with their results. The more familiar students are with the test, the better they will perform on the “real thing!” Call 372-8385, to reserve your spot.
– Krysta Perram
Learning Center Supervisor
College Nannies & Tutors
Austin, Texas  78731
Office: 512.372.8385
Fax:  512.372.8546
www.collegenannies.com
www.collegetutors.com
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Just a reminder that rising 10th, 11th and 12th grade course contracts were due in English classes on February 10th and 11th. Students will meet individually with their counselor to go over course selections and credits either the week of March 8th or March 22nd. If your student did not get a course contract or lost theirs, we have electronic copies available on our link through the PTSA website and also in the counseling office.
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Learn More About the State Board of Education
Texas PTA and the Texas Association of School Boards has put together information regarding the State Board of Education, its roles, and its responsibilities.  The neighborhoods of Anderson High School fall in District 10, currently represented by Cynthia Dunbar.  She is not running for reelection.  This March, you will have the opportunity to vote in the primary.  Only the Republican primary has multiple candidates; the Democrat, Libertarian, and Green Parties all have one candidate.  The general election will be in November.  Please take a moment to educate yourself on this state board and consider how it impacts our children.  The SBOE has most recently been in the news as they re-wrote the Science TEKS last year and are working on the Social Studies TEKS this year.  The TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills) drive what publishers put in their textbooks.

http://www.andersonptsa.com/index.php/ptsapta/parented/sboe/
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The next Free Practice ACT or SAT for Jrs (the student chooses which test)- will be given Sat, 3/6 at the College Nannies & Tutors Learning Center (3908 Far West ).  The test will start at 9am, conclude at 12:45 pm, and mimics the setting and timing of the actual tests.  Students will grade their own test immediately upon completion and will leave with their results.  The more familiar students are with the test, the better they will perform on the “real thing!”  Call 372-8385 to reserve your spot.
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Project Graduation News:
Tuxes Rented for Prom from Royal Tuxedo = $ for Project Grad!
Prom is only 3 weeks away!  For every tuxedo rental from Royal Events & Tuxedos, Anderson Project Grad will receive $5 to $7!
Royal Events & Tuxedos also offers professional dress/suits alterations as well as Custom-made Prom Dresses. For every alteration or custom- made dress, Project Grad will receive $5 to $7!
Be a Prom Student Agent!  Anderson Guys can receive your Prom Tuxedo rental for free by sending 10 fellow students to Royal Events & Tuxedos store.  See www.royaltuxedo.com, click Austin , click Proms, for details.
Reserve your tux or design your dress TODAY at 7930 Burnet Road, #200 (by Houston ’s Restaurant)! <><><><><><>
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Next Anderson Band Booster Association (ABBA) meetings…
March 1, 2010 at 6:30 pm
For more information, please check our website www.andersontrojanband.com

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Project ADVANFinancial Aid Saturdays - volunteers from area high schools and colleges will be available every Saturday, beginning in February. We will help you fill out the FAFSA and, at some locations, prepare taxes. Schedules are available in the counseling and registrar offices.
More scholarships have been added to Naviance, please make sure students of every grade are checking the list. Most are for seniors, but a handful are for 9-11 graders.
Michele Reynolds
Project ADVANCE
(512)414-0551
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I have received messages about logging into Naviance and wanted to make sure everyone has the information. Go to www.austinisd.org and click on Naviance, then Anderson. This will take you to the log in screen. Enter the student ID where it says “email” and again for the password. (You do not need a registration code) Once logged in, you can change the password to whatever you like….please make sure your student knows the password! For those that receive multiple messages whenever I send an email from Naviance, this is because your email address is listed multiple times. You’ll need to go to the profile and delete any duplicate information. As always, let me know if you need help.

For those seniors planning to attend ACC next fall, advisors will be at Anderson on March 30 and 31. Please make sure they are checking for emails and announcements to sign up for this. These students are also able to apply for the ACC College Connections Scholarship, which is due April 1. Information regarding the scholarship can be found in Naviance. I’ve only heard from three seniors that they plan to attend ACC. I know there are more than this. It’s important they notify me. If they miss the March advising, it will be their responsibility to go to ACC and meet with an advisor on their own.

More scholarships are in Naviance. One that I was just emailed about is the Austin Energy scholarship. If a student is in the top 50% percent of the class and plans to major in math, science or an environmental field, they are eligible to apply. Information, as well the application are on Naviance. The deadline to submit the completed application to me is April 9^th. They are only competing against Anderson students, there is no reason not to apply for this scholarship.

Upcoming visits to Anderson include UTSA and University of Arkansas. More will sign up as the National College Fair approaches. Remember these visits are for juniors and seniors and it is their responsibility to monitor the schedule in Naviance and register ahead. If students show up without registering ahead, they will be sent back to class.

Parents/Guardians, Staff, and Students:

I wanted to touch base this week with a short message.  We will have a busy week ahead with baseball, softball, soccer, and Lacrosse - all in their competitive seasons.  Dell Diamond will host the boys’ baseball team on Thursday at 4:00 pm.  If it is a nice day, come out and support the team.  No matter what day you have open, there is an athletic competition to enjoy.  Check the calendar below for more details.

Wednesday evening at 7:00 pm in the Anderson High School theater, the RAD Committee (Resisting Alcohol and Drugs Committee) will be sponsoring a discussion, “What to Expect After High School” for the members of our senior class.  The discussion will be led by Todd Hanna, a coach and a friend of the Starkey family that lost their son to alcohol poisoning as part of a fraternity initiation.  The discussion will be among the seniors with no “school personnel” present to encourage problem solving and honest conversation.  I would highly recommend that seniors attend this event to discuss this important topic.

Last week we celebrated a wonderful week of athletic achievement.  One of our divers, Michael Berean, and one of our swimmers, Shelby Kiser, advanced to the state tournament and Coach Julie Zamora was named District Coach of the Year for the fourth time.  In wrestling, Jordan Kreneck, placed fourth in the regional meet and will represent Anderson High School at the state tournament.  Our tennis team brought home a second place trophy at the Lake Travis Tennis Tournaments.  The soccer team remains atop the district soccer standings and is positioned for a post-season bid.  Basketball finished up competitive seasons and are poised to make great gains in the year ahead.  Be sure to congratulate the members of these teams for their hard work and great achievements.

I want to congratulate the members of our Latin team which represented Anderson High School well this weekend.  In the words of one of our Latin teacher, Andy Ellis,
“Six of our Latin students competed against 400 other Latin students from the Central Texas area this weekend, and they did incredibly well.  Every single one of them placed in the top 3 in at least one competition–no other school can come close to making that claim!  I hope that you will all congratulate them for their success.”

Our Latin students joined our Robotics team which hosted the Robotics Round-Up and our Speech and Debate team which participated in yet another high stakes tournament this weekend.  We continue to be overwhelmed by the success of academic programs in competition.  They join our athletic and fine arts teams in building a solid reputation for Anderson High School of high achievement and even higher expectations.  We know our students are the best in the state, probably in the nation.

Have a great week and get out and enjoy one of our great teams/groups in their competitions.  It will be the best couple of hours of your week.

Donna Houser, Principal

CALENDAR

MONDAY, February 22, 2010
7:45am-3:15pm – Blood Drive , Rm 130
4:15-5:00pm – Knitting for the Needy, IB Office
7:00-8:00pm – Boys Soccer Booster Club Meeting, Cafeteria

TUESDAY, February 23, 2010
7:45am-3:15pm – Blood Drive , Rm 130
11:45am-2:45pm – Herff Jones Senior Cap & Gown Orders (last visit on campus), Front Foyer
5:00-6:30pm – Softball vs Del Valle @ Del Valle
6:00-7:00pm –JV Boys Soccer vs Bowie @ Burger Stadium
6:00-7:00pm – JV Girls Soccer vs Bowie @ Nelson Field
7:45-9:00pm – Varsity Girls Soccer vs Bowie @ Nelson Field
7:45-9:00pm – Varsity Boys Soccer vs Bowie @ Burger Stadium

WEDNESDAY, February 24, 2010
7:45am-3:15pm – Blood Drive , Rm 130
6:30-8:30pm – RAD Meeting for Seniors, Theater

THURSDAY, February 25, 2010 – LATE START @ 10:00 AM
7:15-8:30am – PTSA Grab & Go Breakfast, Cafeteria
6:00-8:00pm – JV Boys Lacrosse vs Bowie @ House Park
7:30-9:00pm – Fellowship of Christian Athletes @ Hillcrest Baptist Church , 3rd Floor Youth Rm
8:00-10:00pm – Varsity Boys Lacrosse vs Bowie @ House Park
10:30 am - 12:30pm - JV1 Baseball v. St. Andrews @ St. Andrews
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm - JV1 Baseball v. Travis @ St. Andrews
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Varsity Baseball v. Frenship @ Dell Diamond
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm - JV2 Baseball v. Round Rock @ Cedar Park

FRIDAY, February 26, 2010
8:00am-6:00pm – Tennis vs Bryan Viking Classic Tournament @ Bryan, TX
9:00-10:00am – Softball vs AISD Tournament @ Kreig/Noack
9:00am-5:00pm – Varsity Wrestling State Tournament@ Delco
10:00am - 11:00am - Varsity Baseball v. Brenham @ Round Rock
10:30am - 12:30pm - JV1 Baseball v. Vandergriff @ Vandergriff
2:00pm - 3:00pm JV2 Baseball v. Georgetown @ Rouse
3:30pm - 5:30pm JV1 Baseball v. Austin High @ Vandergriff
5:00-9:00pm – Gaming and Animation Club Meeting, Cafeteria
6:00-7:00pm – JV Boys Soccer vs Pflugerville @ Nelson Field
6:00-7:00pm – JV Girls Soccer vs Pflugerville @ Pflugerville
7:45-9:00pm – Varsity Girls Soccer vs Pflugerville @ Pflugerville
7:45-9:00pm – Varsity Boys Soccer vs Pflugerville @ Nelson Field
4:00pm - State Championship Swimming &Diving Meet @ UT Swim Center

SATURDAY, February 27, 2010
8:00am-5:00pm – Chess Tournament, Cafeteria/Large Gym
8:00am-6:00pm – Tennis vs Bryan Viking Classic Tournament @ Bryan, TX
8:30-9:30am – Chap Relays @ Westlake
9:00-10:00am – Softball vs AISD Tournament @ Kreig/Noack
9:00-11:15am - JV1 Baseball v. Lake Travis @ Lake Travis
9:000 4:00pm - Gardening Project, Northwest Courtyard
9:00am-5:00pm – Varsity Wrestling State Tournament@ Delco
10:00am - Varsity Baseball v. Abilene Cooper @ Stony Point
10:00am - JV2 Baseball v. Westwood @ Cedar Park
11:30am - JV1 Baseball v. Copperas Cove @ Lake Travis
12:30pm - JV2 Baseball v. Cedar Park @ Cedar Park
State Championship Swimming & Diving Meet @ UT Swim Center
4:00pm - Varsity Baseball v. L.D. Bell @ Round Rock

SUNDAY, February 28, 2010
All Day – Varsity Boys Lacrosse Tournament @ Plano , TX

Save the Dates:

*Monday, March 1, Band ABBA meeting
*Wednesday, March 3 @ 6:30 – Baseball Booster Club Meeting, Cafeteria

Saturday, March 27 – Prom @ Doubletree Hotel

June 5 – Graduation @ Erwin Center

May 30 @ 3:00pm – Baccalaureate Service @ Westover Hills Church of Christ

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New Announcements:

loveisrespect National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline Event
With the advent of technology, teen dating abuse has taken on a new meaning.
Along with physical abuse, teens are experiencing more dating abuse in the form of sexting and constant texting.  A Day to Shine, benefiting the National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline, is scheduled for Saturday, April 10th at 2:00 at Austin Country Club to raise awareness of this issue which is affecting 1 in 3 teens across the country.  The event will include a keynote speaker, desserts and a teen style show.  Tickets are $25 and can be ordered at loveisrespect.org.   Questions?  Contact Lisa Dow at lisadow@austin.rr.com.

RAD Senior Event
The RAD (Resisting Alcohol and Drugs) event for seniors is scheduled for Wednesday evening, February 24th at 7:00 in the theatre.  The seniors will visit with Todd Hanna of Explore Austin.  Todd not only brings his experience of working with youth and teens but will also share his insight gained from knowing Carson Starkey, the former Austin High student, who died in 2008 of alcohol poisoning.   Incentives for attendance include a drawing for movie passes and Starbucks gift cards as well as a dropped social studies quiz grade.  More incentives are in the works.   This event is for students only with a follow-up gathering for parents scheduled for March 1st.   Much time and effort has been put into planning this event including a great deal of work by a very dedicated student committee.   We appreciate you showing your support by encouraging senior students to attend.
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Swimming & Diving
Come support Shelby Kiser in the 100 breaststroke and Michael Beran in diving at the State Swim Meet at the Jamail Swim Center at the University of Texas!
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There will be an FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) meeting this Thursday, February 25th at Hillcrest Baptist Church in the 3rd floor youth room from 7:30 to 9:00 PM.  All are welcome!
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Let your Voice be heard, participate in
“A Community Conversation on AISD’s 2010-2011 Preliminary Budget”
These meetings will include a brief presentation by Austin ISD’s Chief Financial Officer and opportunities to give your input to Trustees. (Light refreshments will be served @ 6p)
Thursday, March 11  6:30-8:00pm, Anderson HS Cafeteria with
Trustees Christing Brister, Annette LoVoi & Vincent Torres
Thursday, March 25  6:30-8:00pm, Reagan HS Cafeteria with Trustees
Cheryl Bradley, Karen Dulaney Smith & Mark Williams
Tuesday, March 30   6:30-8:00pm, Travis HS Cafeteria with Trustees
Sam Guzman, Lori Moya, Robert Schneider
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It’s that time again —– Anderson Library Book Fair will be held in the spring, and we need books (adult fiction and non- fiction, young adult, children, comic, graphic novels),  DVDs, VHSs, music CDs, etc.  The money we make on the book fair will be used to buy new books for our library.  If you have any of these items you would like to donate - stop by the library and drop them off.   News will be coming out soon as to the date of our book fair. Thank you.

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Band News
March 1-6:45 ABBA meeting
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Senior Parents Won’t Want to Miss This!
Advice on Managing the First Semester of College & Beyond

All Anderson parents, and especially parents of seniors, are invited to attend the next parent education program on Monday, March 1, in the Anderson Library, from 7 - 8:30 p.m.  Marc Shook, an Assistant Dean of Students at the University of Texas, will speak on what parents can expect when their children begin college.  Though Mr. Shook currently works at UT, he has nine years of experience in student affairs administration at both large and small institutions of higher education.  He has previously delivered presentations on topics such as student leadership development, multicultural education, higher education legal issues, liberal arts colleges, change management, and living-learning programs at student affairs national and regional conferences, to name just a few.

While at Anderson, Mr. Shook plans to address issues such as freshman move in, roommate issues, Greek recruitment, adjustment concerns - weight gain, disordered eating, psychological issues, substance abuse and support offered at schools, as well as what happens if your child gets into trouble.  He’ll also explain FERPA, a federal law limiting the ability of college officials to share information with parents.

Please come prepared with your questions as we ease into the next phase of our children’s lives.  For more information, contact PTSA parent education chair Julie Cowan at Jscowan@aol.com.
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Call for Baccalaureate Volunteers!
We ask Sophomore & Junior parents to volunteer to help with the 2010 Baccalaureate Service. It will be held on Sunday, May 30th, 3:00 at Westover Hills Church of Christ. We need parents to help decorate, set-up, usher, help with the reception & clean-up. Please e-mail Poloskey@swbell.net if you are willing to help!

Thank-you,

Mary Lou Poloskey & Kathy Hadlock
Baccalaureate Co-chairs
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*The next Free Practice ACT or SAT for Jrs *(the student chooses which test)- will be given Sat, 3/6 and 5/1 at the College Nannies & Tutors Learning Center (3908 Far West ). The test will start at 9am, conclude at 12:45 pm, and mimics the setting and timing of the actual tests. Students will grade their own test immediately upon completion and will leave with their results. The more familiar students are with the test, the better they will perform on the “real thing!” Call 372-8385, to reserve your spot.
– Krysta Perram
Learning Center Supervisor
College Nannies & Tutors
Austin, Texas  78731
Office: 512.372.8385
Fax:  512.372.8546
www.collegenannies.com
www.collegetutors.com
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Still Pertinent Previous Announcements:

Just a reminder that rising 10th, 11th and 12th grade course contracts were due in
English classes on February 10th and 11th. Students will meet individually with their counselor to go over course selections and credits either the week of March 8th or March 22nd. If your student did not get a course contract or lost theirs, we have electronic copies available on our link through the PTSA website and also in the counseling office.
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Declaration of Independence Event a Tremendous Success!
A great effort was put forth by many individuals to make Anderson’s Declaration of Independence event such a success.  As reported last week, approximately 1550 students saw the document during the school day and about 800 members of the public viewed it from 5 - 7 p.m.  To see the event in photos, please visit http://www.austinschools.org/curriculum/soc_stud/index.html
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Parent Tours:
Only one more date left!
Feb. 26 at 1:15 p.m.

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Learn More About the State Board of Education
Texas PTA and the Texas Association of School Boards has put together information regarding the State Board of Education, its roles, and its responsibilities.  The neighborhoods of Anderson High School fall in District 10, currently represented by Cynthia Dunbar.  She is not running for reelection.  This March, you will have the opportunity to vote in the primary.  Only the Republican primary has multiple candidates; the Democrat, Libertarian, and Green Parties all have one candidate.  The general election will be in November.  Please take a moment to educate yourself on this state board and consider how it impacts our children.  The SBOE has most recently been in the news as they re-wrote the Science TEKS last year and are working on the Social Studies TEKS this year.  The TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills) drive what publishers put in their textbooks.

http://www.andersonptsa.com/index.php/ptsapta/parented/sboe/
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The next Free Practice ACT or SAT for Jrs (the student chooses which test)- will be given Sat, 3/6 at the College Nannies & Tutors Learning Center (3908 Far West ).  The test will start at 9am, conclude at 12:45 pm, and mimics the setting and timing of the actual tests.  Students will grade their own test immediately upon completion and will leave with their results.  The more familiar students are with the test, the better they will perform on the “real thing!”  Call 372-8385 to reserve your spot.

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Project Graduation News:
Tuxes Rented for Prom from Royal Tuxedo = $ for Project Grad!

Prom is only 3 weeks away!  For every tuxedo rental from Royal Events & Tuxedos, Anderson Project Grad will receive $5 to $7!

Royal Events & Tuxedos also offers professional dress/suits alterations as well as Custom-made Prom Dresses. For every alteration or custom- made dress, Project Grad will receive $5 to $7!

Be a Prom Student Agent!  Anderson Guys can receive your Prom Tuxedo rental for free by sending 10 fellow students to Royal Events & Tuxedos store.  See www.royaltuxedo.com, click Austin , click Proms, for details.

Reserve your tux or design your dress TODAY at 7930 Burnet Road, #200 (by Houston ’s Restaurant)! <><><><><><>

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Next Anderson Band Booster Association (ABBA) meetings…

March 1, 2010 at 6:30 pm

For more information, please check our website www.andersontrojanband.com

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Project ADVANFinancial Aid Saturdays - volunteers from area high schools and colleges will be available every Saturday, beginning in February. We will help you fill out the FAFSA and, at some locations, prepare taxes. Schedules are available in the counseling and registrar offices.
More scholarships have been added to Naviance, please make sure students of every grade are checking the list. Most are for seniors, but a handful are for 9-11 graders.
Michele Reynolds
Project ADVANCE
(512)414-0551
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Dear Parents/Guardians and Students:

This week we will be recognizing Black History Month with a special presentation on Tuesday, February 16th.  “Incognito” is a one-man show starring Michael Fosberg, an author and actor.  The play follows his experiences as he examines the incredible journey that has become his life.  In the words of Mr. Fosberg:

“Imagine discovering you are not the person you thought you were.  That you have a family, a history, an ethnicity you never knew.  How would this discovery impact your life; the lives of those around you; your vision of yourself and society?  I have been facing these questions since 1992, when after having spent 32 years growing up in a middle-class white family, I discovered I am Black.”

One of our current theater students saw this performance while she was in attendance at a summer workshop and came in to tell me that we had to have this performance for our students.  I contacted Dr. Glenn Nolly in the High School Office and he funded this opportunity for our students.  Teachers were asked to sign up to bring their classes to this presentation and the first 500 students/teachers to sign up will be in attendance.  I wish we could have presented this to the entire student body, but that would have required four showings and that was not feasible with the cost.  We know that those in attendance will be impacted by this man’s message of tolerance and acceptance.  Study guides, video presentations, and lesson plans are part of this presentation and will be available to all teachers who would like to present information about this incredible man’s story to their classes.

This week we will also be organizing all of the course request contracts that were collected last week.  We are nearing the time that course requests will be inputted into the computer by the counselors after discussions with the students.  We are following a different process this year.  Due to our tight budget, the new 4X4 graduation requirements, and a new student data management system being rolled out by the district in April, we felt that it was crucial that the counselors actually input the courses for each student after meeting with the students to ensure course requests are accurate.  We are hoping that this year’s course entries will be more “error-free” and will give us a more accurate view of the courses requested by students.

I attended the dinner by the UT Texas Exes on Friday night as they honored Donna Gunter as one of the ten outstanding high school teachers in Texas.  The evening was amazing and Donna joined a group of phenomenal teachers being honored at the event.  Donna was recognized for her caring and loving support of her students as they tackle the rigors of Calculus.  Donna was also recognized for her help with our struggling learners in the Delta Credit Recovery Program.  Donna works with students on both ends of the learning spectrum and brings the same level of devotion to both groups.  Donna Gunter has also been named as the 2009-2010 Anderson Teacher of the Year.  Congratulations to a wonderful teacher and a caring professional.

This week, try to take some time to come to the last boys’ basketball game of the season, the boys and girls’ soccer matches, the baseball and softball teams’ scrimmages, the boys’ and girls’ LaCrosse matches, a golf or tennis match, the Robotics competition at school, or any of the other hundreds of opportunities to support our students in their extra-curricular activities.  Our Anderson students are truly remarkable in their achievements in all areas.

Remember that registration for AP testing begins this week.  Talk to your student about the AP exams for which he/she will sign up to take.  Ms. Lottmann, in the Counseling Office, is ready to help with the registration.

Have a great week, keep warm and attend at least one Anderson activity this week.  You will be glad you did.

Donna Houser, Principal
CALENDAR
MONDAY, February 15, 2010
ALL DAY – STAFF DEVELOPMENT/STUDENT HOLIDAY
5:30-7:30pm – JV Baseball Scrimmage @ Round Rock

TUESDAY, February 16, 2010
8:15-8:45am – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
10:45am-12:30pm – Incognito –Black History Month Play, Theater
12:30-1:00pm – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
2:00-2:30pm – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
4:15-4:45pm – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
4:30-5:30pm – Cheer Workshop, Cafeteria
4:30-6:30pm – Varsity Baseball Scrimmage @ Round Rock
5:00-7:30pm – Softball vs McNeil @ Noack #4
5:15pm – Boys Basketball vs Bowie @ Anderson
5:30-8:00pm – Belles Board/Booster Club Meeting, Rm 13/Cafeteria
6:00pm –Boys JV Soccer vs Austin High @ Nelson Field
7:45pm - Boys Varsity Soccer vs. Austin High @ Nelson Field
6:00pm – JV Girls Soccer vs Austin High @ House Park
7:45pm – Varsity Girls Soccer vs Austin High @ House Park

WEDNESDAY, February 17, 2010
8:15-8:45am – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
12:00-2:15pm – 2012 IB Diploma Candidates Mandatory Lunch Meeting, Library Distance Learning Lab
12:30-1:00pm – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
2:00-2:30pm – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
4:00pm – Varsity Tennis Match vs LBJ @ Austin Tennis Center
4:15-4:45pm – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
4:30-5:15pm – Key Club Meeting, Cafeteria
6:00-8:00pm – Swim Booster Club Meeting, Cafeteria

THURSDAY, February 18, 2010
ALL DAY – Team Photos, Large Gym
8:15-8:45am – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
9:00am-6:00pm – Belles Competition @ Dallas
12:30-1:00pm – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
2:00-2:30pm – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
4:15-4:45pm – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
4:15-5:15pm – Varsity Softball vs Gatesville Tournament @ Gatesville
4:30-8:00pm – Cheer Tryouts, Small Gym
5:30-7:00pm – Chamber Music Concert & Family Supper, Cafeteria
6:30-8:30pm – PTSA Meeting, Rm 135
7:30-9:00pm – Fellowship of Christian Athletes @ Hillcrest Baptist Church

FRIDAY, February 19, 2010
8:15-8:45am – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
9:00-10:00am - Varsity Softball vs Gatesville Tournament @ Gatesville
9:00am-6:00pm – Belles Competition @ Dallas
12:30-1:00pm – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
2:00-2:30pm – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
2:00-4:00pm – Trojan Relays @ Anderson
4:15-4:45pm – AP Test Registration, Counseling Office
5:00-9:00pm – Robotics Setup, Cafeteria/Large Gym

SATURDAY, February 20, 2010
8:00am-5:00pm – Robotics Competition, Cafeteria/Large Gym
9:00am –Boys Soccer vs Akins @ Nelson Field
9:00am – JV Girls Soccer vs Akins @ House Park
9:00-10:00am - Varsity Softball vs Gatesville Tournament @ Gatesville
9:00-10:30am – Math Fluency for Enrollment in Pre-AP Physics, Rm 110
9:00am-6:00pm – Belles Competition @ Dallas
10:00am-2:30pm – Anderson Bowling Club District Meet @ Westgate Lanes
10:45am-12:00pm – Varsity Girls Soccer vs Akins @ House Park
2:00-4:00pm – JV Boys Lacrosse @ ESH (Houston)
2:00-4:00pm – Varsity Boys Lacrosse @ ESH (Houston)
Band Solo & Ensemble Competition @ Hendrickson HS

SUNDAY, February 21, 2010
9:00am-6:00pm – Belles Competition @ Dallas
11:00am-1:00pm –JV Boys Lacrosse @ Lamar (Houston)
1:00-3:00pm –Varsity Boys Lacrosse @ Lamar (Houston)

Save the Dates:
Feb 26-27 – State Championship Meet @ UT Swim Center
Saturday, March 27, 2010 – Prom @ Doubletree Hotel
June 5, 2010 – Graduation @ Erwin Center
May 30 @ 3:00pm – Baccalaureate Service @ Westover Hills Church of Christ

(*New Entry)

New Announcements:

PTSA Meeting, Rm 135, 6:30-8:30pm
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Tickets are $50 per person with half the proceeds going to Project Graduation.

E-mail your RSVP to Karen MacMurtrie at kmacmurtrie@yahoo.com and
send your check, payable to AHS-PTSA Project Graduation,
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A reminder from the Counseling Office:
Registration for AP Exams will take place in the Counseling Office February 16-19. Registration times are 8:15-8:45/ 12:30-1:00/ 2:00-2:30/ 4:15-4:45 daily. Registration forms and payments will only be accepted during these days and times.
For more information or questions, please contact Nancee Lottmann at 414.7911.
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Anderson girls soccer
Tuesday, February 16
Austin High @ House Park
JV @ 6pm
Varsity @ 7:45
Saturday February 20
Akins @ House Park
JV @ 9am
Varsity @ 10:45
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MEN’S SOCCER
TUESDAY, February 16, 2010
6:00pm JV Men’s soccer vs. Austin @ Nelson Field
7:45pm Varsity Men’s soccer vs. Austin @ Nelson Field

SATURDAY, February 20, 2010
9:00am JV Men’s soccer vs. Akins @ Nelson Field
10:45am Varsity Men’s soccer vs. Akins @ Nelson Field
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Just a reminder that rising 10th, 11th and 12th grade course contracts were due in English classes on February 10th and 11th. Students will meet individually with their counselor to go over course selections and credits either the week of March 8th or March 22nd. If your student did not get a course contract or lost theirs, we have electronic copies available on our link through the PTSA website and also in the counseling office.
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Come out and support our Runnin’ Trojans Basketball team at Akins this Friday night.  Games times are:
Freshman A      5:15 Small Gym
Freshmen B      6:45 Small Gym
JV                    5:15 Large Gym
Varsity             8:15 Large Gym
LET’S GO TROJANS!
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Declaration of Independence Event a Tremendous Success!

A great effort was put forth by many individuals to make Anderson’s Declaration of Independence event such a success.  As reported last week, approximately 1550 students saw the document during the school day and about 800 members of the public viewed it from 5 - 7 p.m.  To see the event in photos, please visit http://www.austinschools.org/curriculum/soc_stud/index.html

Parent Tours:
We have only two more dates left:
Feb. 19 at 9:30 a.m. and Feb. 26 at 1:15 p.m.
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loveisrespect National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline Event:
With the advent of technology, teen dating abuse has taken on a new meaning.
Along with physical abuse, teens are experiencing more dating abuse in the form of sexting and constant texting.  A Day to Shine, benefiting the National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline, is scheduled for Saturday, April 10th at 2:00 at Austin Country Club to raise awareness of this issue which is affecting 1 in 3 teens across the country.  The event will include a keynote speaker, desserts and a teen style show.  Tickets are $25 and can be ordered at loveisrespect.org.   Questions?  Contact Lisa Dow at lisadow@austin.rr.com.
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RAD Senior Event
The RAD (Resisting Alcohol and Drugs) event for seniors is scheduled for Wednesday evening, February 24th at 7:00 in the theatre.  The seniors will visit with Todd Hanna of Explore Austin.  Todd not only brings his experience of working with youth and teens, but will also share his insight gained from knowing Carson Starkey, the former Austin High student, who died in 2008 of alcohol poisoning.  A raffle as well as incentives by the social studies and English departments are being offered to encourage seniors to attend.  This is for  students only.  We are hoping to follow-up sometime in March or April with a parent meeting.

Previous Announcements:
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Learn More About the State Board of Education
Texas PTA and the Texas Association of School Boards has put together information regarding the State Board of Education, its roles, and its responsibilities.  The neighborhoods of Anderson High School fall in District 10, currently represented by Cynthia Dunbar.  She is not running for reelection.  This March, you will have the opportunity to vote in the primary.  Only the Republican primary has multiple candidates; the Democrat, Libertarian, and Green Parties all have one candidate.  The general election will be in November.  Please take a moment to educate yourself on this state board and consider how it impacts our children.  The SBOE has most recently been in the news as they re-wrote the Science TEKS last year and are working on the Social Studies TEKS this year.  The TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills) drive what publishers put in their textbooks.

http://www.andersonptsa.com/index.php/ptsapta/parented/sboe/
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Calling all Senior Parents!

Reserve your tickets to the
Mesa Ranch Dinner and Silent Auction
(benefitting 2010 Project Graduation)
NOW!

We are already over half our capacity.
Seats are still available but space is limited!

Join us
Sunday, February 21st
6 pm to 9 pm
Mesa Ranch Restaurant
8108 Mesa Drive

Tickets are $50 per person with half the proceeds going to Project Graduation.

E-mail your RSVP to Karen MacMurtrie at kmacmurtrie@yahoo.com and
send your check, payable to AHS-PTSA Project Graduation,
to Jill Zeitz, 3904 Edgerock Drive , Austin , TX 78731 .

Come enjoy an evening specifically for the Class of 2010 Parents!
Includes a three-couse dinner with your choice of entree and dessert, plus cash bar.
Bid on great deals at the Silent Auction including:
Texas coast getaways, rounds of golf, spa pampering, custom jewelry,
professional photo sessions, and other exciting items!
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Project Advance–
Sadly, we’ve had a few college representatives come to Anderson and have no one to talk to because students didn’t sign up for the visit. Please make sure your junior or senior is checking the visit schedule in Naviance and taking advantage of this opportunity.

I have received messages about logging into Naviance and wanted to make sure everyone has the information. Go to www.austinisd.org and click on Naviance, then Anderson. This will take you to the log in screen. Enter the student ID where it says “email” and again for the password. (You do not need a registration code) Once logged in, you can change the password to whatever you like….please make sure your student knows the password! For those that receive multiple messages whenever I send an email from Naviance, this is because your email address is listed multiple times. You’ll need to go to the profile and delete any duplicate information. As always, let me know if you need help.

Class rank has been updated in Naviance for 10 - 12 grade. 9th grade rank is not yet available. As soon as it is, I will post it in Naviance.

Please be aware that I will be on maternity leave from March 22 until approximately the first week in May. At that time, Pam Mason will be working in my place. Pam has been working with our Early College Start program and will be wonderful!
Michele Reynolds
Project ADVANCE
(512)414-0551
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Ever thought about hosting a foreign exchange student?  Currently, a Korean boy is living with a “welcome family” who wanted to make sure he got off to a good start here in the U.S.  Due to work conflicts, Yae Dam will now need to find a permanent host family through the end of June.  He plays soccer, loves math, and is friendly and sweethearted!  Contact Laura Slaughter at 825-2288 or laura_slaughter@hotmail.com if interested!
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What should the Austin School District name its newest elementary school? The AISD Board of Trustees invites you to submit your nominations for the name of a new elementary school campus in Southwest Austin that will open in August 2010.

Some of the criteria for the naming of district facilities include the following:
·        Facilities may be named for individuals, places such as landmarks or neighborhoods, or other reason as determined by the Board.
·        The name must not already be used by another Austin District school or facility.
·        Nominators must provide a succinct description of the nominees’ contributions, why they are important, and any pertinent history that should be considered.

You can mail your nominations to:
Office of Planning and Community Relations
Austin Independent School District
1111 West Sixth Street
Austin, TX 78703-5399
Or, you may submit your nominations online at the District’s website http://www.austinisd.org.

Names that have been previously submitted for new schools and facilities will automatically be considered for the new elementary school campus, and need not be resubmitted.  Your input is important to this process. Please remember to submit your nominations by the deadline of February 18, 2010. Trustees are scheduled to select the school’s name on March 29, 2010.
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The next Free Practice ACT or SAT for Jrs (the student chooses which test)- will be given Sat, 3/6 at the College Nannies & Tutors Learning Center (3908 Far West ).  The test will start at 9am, conclude at 12:45 pm, and mimics the setting and timing of the actual tests.  Students will grade their own test immediately upon completion and will leave with their results.  The more familiar students are with the test, the better they will perform on the “real thing!”  Call 372-8385 to reserve your spot.
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Next Anderson Band Booster Association (ABBA) meetings…
March 1, 2010 at 6:30 pm
For more information, please check our website www.andersontrojanband.com
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Project ADVANCE
Financial Aid Saturdays - volunteers from area high schools and colleges will be available every Saturday, beginning in February. We will help you fill out the FAFSA and, at some locations, prepare taxes. Schedules are available in the counseling and registrar offices.
More scholarships have been added to Naviance, please make sure students of every grade are checking the list. Most are for seniors, but a handful are for 9-11 graders.
Michele Reynolds
Project ADVANCE
(512)414-0551
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Phyllis Woodley, Editor

On the college visit schedule: University of North Texas will be at Anderson and UTSA will be visiting on March 23. These visits are for juniors and seniors only, but they may not attend unless they sign up on Naviance. Look for the “visit schedule” in the “college” tab.

I have received messages about logging into Naviance and wanted to make sure everyone has the information. Go to www.austinisd.org and click on Naviance, then Anderson. This will take you to the log in screen. Enter the student ID where it says “email” and again for the password. (You do not need a registration code) Once logged in, you can change the password to whatever you like….please make sure your student knows the password! For those that receive multiple messages whenever I send an email from Naviance, this is because your email address is listed multiple times. You’ll need to go to the profile and delete any duplicate information. As always, let me know if you need help.

For those seniors planning to attend ACC next fall, advisors will be at Anderson on March 30 and 31. Please make sure they are checking for emails and announcements to sign up for this. These students are also able to apply for the ACC College Connections Scholarship, which is due April 1. Information regarding the scholarship can be found in Naviance.

I am still collecting letters from seniors. Remember I need a copy of the acceptance letter from the school your child plans to attend next year. I need copies of any and all scholarship offers they receive, even if they aren’t going to accept.

Make sure that your student is checking the scholarship list on Naviance, there are a large number added each week.

Please be aware that I will be on maternity leave from March 22 until approximately the first week in May. At that time, Pam Mason will be working in my place. Pam has been working with our Early College Start program and will be wonderful!

For more information or questions, please contact Nancee Lottmann at 414.7911.