STAFF & STUDENTS

HOLIDAY CANNED FOOD DRIVE: ASB will be holding its Annual Canned Food Drive from Nov. 30th through Dec. 15th. Canned food will be collected in 4th period classes and the 4th period class that collects the most cans will receive a pizza lunch in January! Remember, canned food only! No glass, packages or boxes please. B. Miller/ASB

GOT TALENT?: The PHHS Talent Show will be held on January 20th at 6pm in the Lewis Middle School Auditorium. So brush up on those dance routines, musical solos and magic acts! Auditions for the Talent Show will be held after school at 2:30pm in the Auditorium on Dec. 16th and Jan. 6th. Participants selected to perform on Jan. 20th will be notified by Jan. 8th. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place performances will be awarded! Tickets for the show will go on sale Jan. 8th! B. Miller/ASB

ELECTRONIC WASTE RECYCLING: PHHS ASB will be holding its 2nd Annual E-Waste Recycling Weekend on January 23rd and 24th of 2010. There will be no charge for dropping off electronic waste those two days here in the Patrick Henry Parking Lot, so save all those "old" electronics after the Holiday Season passes. B. Miller/ASB

ARE YOU A GIVER?: If you are and at least 17 years of age, ASB would love for you to donate blood! On Tuesday, December 8th ASB will be holding its 2nd Blood Drive of the year. If you donate you can have a minor offense removed from the LOP List and have the chance to win some movie tickets! Look for a sign-up table in the quad after Thanksgiving Break! B. Miller/ASB

LIONS CLUB 73RD ANNUAL STUDENT SPEAKERS CONTEST: The Santee Lions Club will be holding its Annual Student Speakers Contest on Tuesday, February 2nd. In the past, Patrick Henry has been well-represented, and we would like to continue that tradition this year. A speech of 5 - 10 minutes in length is to be given on this year`s topic: "Universal Healthcare - How will it affect us?" Those students interested in participating should see Ms. Hamilton in Room B8 for additional information.

ASB CLASS MEETINGS: Do you want to know what is going on with your class? Are you interested in having some input as to what events take place here on campus? Or, do you just want to meet more people that are in the same graduating class as you? Whatever the reason is, attend your class meetings! SENIORS - 3rd Tues. of each month at lunch, Rm 302 JUNIORS - 1st Tues of each month at lunch, Rm 302, SOPHOMORES - 2nd Thurs. of each month at lunch, Rm 511 and FRESHMAN - 2nd Thurs. of each month at lunch, Rm 323. B. Miller/ASB

YEARBOOKS: Yearbooks are on sale in the Finance Office. From November 2-December 18 the price is $85 with an ASB Sticker and $90 with out. And from January 4-February 18 the price will go up to $90 with an ASB Sticker and $95 with out. Bring your student ID and make sure you are not on the LOP list. Hurry up! Supplies are limited! Ms. Pineda

NEED SWEATS?: With the weather getting colder, do you need a new sweatshirt or pair of sweat pants? If so, ASB has PHHS sweatshirts and sweatpants available for purchase right now! They are $20 each and being sold in Room 317 immediately after school every day! B. Miller

JAMBA JUICE WEDNESDAYS!: Jamba Juice brings a variety of smoothies each Wednesday during lunch. Look for them out at the North end of the Quad and your purchase helps support the Senior Class! B. Miller

FIJI YOGURT THURSDAYS!: Remember that Fiji Yogurt is here every Thursday during lunch. Yogurts are $3 without toppings and $3.75 with toppings. Proceeds go to the Senior Class. B. Miller

COLD STONE ICE CREAM!: To end the week, Cold Stone is here during lunch on Friday`s with 8 different flavors of ice cream that are $3 each. The Junior Class appreciates your support! B. Miller

STUDENT DRIVERS: Please be aware that the police are monitoring car speeds particularly after school. Be sure to drive within the posted speed requirements and follow all traffic rules. We need everyone to stay safe. Crowder

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN HEALTHCARE OCCUPATIONS?: The annual "Catch the Wave" conference will be held at SDSU on 1/29 and 1/30. This conference features several guest speakers who talk about various healthcare careers, workshops for students, a volunteer fair, a college fair, mock interviews, all rolled into one. Cost for high school students is a special price of $17.00 for both days. Students can register online and get more information about the event at the website: http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/~cpo/conference/. Here is a sample of some of the workshops offered: Cadaver Tour, Med and Dental Deans Panel, Universal Healthcare, Surgeons Panel (MD), Chiropractic medicine, Wax Carving (DDS), Dental lab research/TMD, Practicing Pharmacy, Day in the life of a Pharmacy Student, Peace Corps, Graduating SDSU Prehealth Student Panel. Interviewing Skills/Mock Interviews. See Mrs. Walden if you have questions.

CLUBS

INVISIBLE CHILDREN BOOK DRIVE: The Invisible Children club is collecting books to support schools in Uganda. Bring your used books to room 113 by December 17! Please make sure all donated books are in good condition. - Thomas

SENIORS

POINT LOMA CREDIT UNION: Three scholarships of $2,500 will be awarded to high school seniors graduating in 2010. Must be a member of the PLCU (you may sign up to be a member for $5). Applications are in the Counseling office. Deadline is March 31, 2010.

BEVERAGE INDUSTRY SCHOLARSHIP: $2000 to $5000 awards will be given to winners of this scholarship. You must have a parent or grandparent employed full time by a company or individual holding a California liquor, wine or beer license. Includes hotels, stores, restaurants, breweries, wineries, etc. Apply online at www.christermon.com. Deadline is February 1, 2010.

COUNSELING

SAN DIEGO JUNIOR MISS SCHOLARSHIP: For high school junior girls. Thousands of dollars are available in San Diego County and it is free to enter. You must be involved in school or community activities, outstanding in academics, leadership, athletics OR the arts. Must also be interested in earning scholarships for college. Five awards will be given. You will make new friends and have fun showcasing your achievements. Judging is based on scholastics, personal interview, public speaking skills, a group fitness routine and a talent presentation. Apply online at www.ajm.org. Deadline is January 25, 2010.

ATHLETICS

CHILLAX: Pre Season Girls Lacrosse starts December 12th. Grades 7th - 12th, all skill levels. For more information please contact Jen Taylor at (617)285-9230 or missjennifertaylor@gmail.com