Announcements – Tuesday, August 20

August 20, 2024

Good morning, Blue Wave. Today is Tuesday, August 20th. 

Testing

Students in grades 6-10 will be taking FAST PM1 ELA Reading on Thursday and students in grades 6-8 will also be taking FAST PM1 Math on Friday. Students are expected to bring their Chromebooks and their chargers for testing. Remember to charge your Chromebook the night before testing and to bring both your Chromebook and your Chromebook charger on testing days.

ACT/SAT Test Prep

Test Prep for the ACT/SAT will begin on Thursday, August 29th, and Friday, August 30th. Join us to learn strategies for success—Bright Futures awaits!

NHS

The first meeting for NHS will be Friday Aug 23 at lunch. This is for all current 11th and 12th grade members.  If you have any questions please see Dr. Bolejack.

NEHS

Do you enjoy reading and writing? Are you interested in scholarships related to ELA?  There will be an interest/ information meeting for grades 10-12 for the National English Honors Society (NEHS) before school at 8:45am on Wednesday, 8/21 in Ms. Franklin’s room 336 Green.  All previous and prospective members are invited to attend.  

HS Debate Team

PKY is offering a high school Debate Team this year.  If you are interested in learning more about this team, please come to a short informational meeting on Thursday during 9th grade lunch or 10th-12th grade lunch in the first floor commons, or see Mrs. Walker.

Softball Fall Ball 

Softball Fall Ball – Conditioning and Training will start September 16th, Monday-Thursday 4:30-6:00pm at the softball fields. 

AIGA

Are you into graphic design? Want to use your creativity to make a real difference at PK Yonge and beyond? Whether it’s enhancing the lives of students, staff, teachers, or families, or making an impact in our community, AIGA is the place for you. Join us for an interest meeting this Wednesday in Mrs. Bennett’s room, Q-502, from 8:30-9:00 AM. Discover what AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Arts) is all about and how you can get involved. Don’t miss out—we’d love to see you there!

UNICEF

All students interested in learning about UNICEF and belonging to the club please come this Thursday, August 22nd in the morning 8:20 to 8:50. 

Creative Computing Club

Mr. Boada will be hosting a Creative Computing Club interest meeting on Thursday August 22nd at 8:30 am. We will meet in class Q506.

This club will be a space where students can explore how to create different types of computer programs to express their creativity. Students will create independent projects in web design, game design, or app development and will have opportunities to submit their work to local and national competitions!

This club is open to all students grades 6-12th. If you are interested in exploring creativity through computing we will see you Thursday Morning in Q building!

 

Please pause for a moment of silence: 

Please stand for the pledge: 

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. 

Have a great day Blue Wave! 

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