Scholarship opportunities are pouring in!  The list on Naviance is updated every day. Be sure to apply to the “LOCAL” scholarships that are specifically for NA students.  If you have any questions, please stop in the counseling office and see Mrs. Galbraith.

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There will be a Community Financial Aid Night Presentation at LaRoche College on Tuesday, February 26th from 6 – 8 PM.  For more information visit www.laroche.edu/aidworkshops/

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The DECA State Conference is less than a week away!  Competitors are reminded that there is a MANDATORY meeting today after school today in the MRP; students are welcome to stay after the meeting for a study session to practice role plays.  Additional study sessions will be also be held on Friday and Tuesday after school in Room 238. All individual and team competitors are required to attend a minimum of two study sessions, and complete a minimum of two tests, scoring an 80% or better, in order to attend the conference.  Scores must be submitted to Mrs. Sullivan by Friday. Those students who did written events must have their presentations submitted NO LATER THAN TODAY, and MUST make arrangements to present to Mrs. Sullivan before leaving school on Friday.

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The University of Pittsburgh Health Careers Scholars Academy is a summer program for students interested in learning more about medical careers.  You may have thought it was too late for you to apply, but the program has extended their application deadline. The new deadline is February 21. The application is pretty involved, so if you are interested in learning more, come to GOAL today.

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Attention Seniors, applications for the Class of 2019 North Allegheny Pre-Tuition Scholarship are now available in the Counseling Office.  All Seniors are eligible to submit an application to the Principal’s Office by Friday, April 19. Please see Mrs. Foglio in the Main Office with any questions or concerns.

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Can you afford to live on your own next year? The Financial Reality Fair is a field trip just for seniors on Friday, February 15.  It is an opportunity for students to experience the financial reality of living on your own while managing the costs of adult life.  This field trip is FREE and includes lunch. Space is limited; please stop by the GOAL office, 249A to pick up a permission slip. See Mrs. Gallagher with any questions!

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Attention NASH: MORP, the best dance of the year, is upon us! Mark your calendar for MORP, Saturday night from 8-11 pm, February 16th at NASH. Tickets are now on sale. Don’t procrastinate and don’t miss out — go to MORP!

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The environmental club will be meeting on TODAY at 2:30 in the MPR.

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Are you interested in being recognized for your scientific accomplishments? If so, you may want to join the Science National Honors Society. There is an interest form available on the GOAL Blackboard announcement page.

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This week begins NASH’s Biennial Prom Dress Collection.  Please consider cleaning out your closet, or asking your sister to clean out hers, and get rid of those beautiful dresses that will never be worn again.  The donation drive will be running from February 11th through March 11th.  Come on now, you know you will never wear that dress again.  Give it another chance to hit the dance floor and make some girl really happy.  Please consider donating old prom gowns, accessories like jewelry or evening bags and dress shoes.  Tell your friends, their moms or anyone you can think of to spread the word. We could really the help to make someone’s evening special.  Prom donations can be dropped off in Mrs. Perry’s room 313.

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Interested in travel abroad and making lasting friendships?   Would you like to live with and then host a peer from another country?  Find out how you can make this happen for a short-term exchange. See Mrs. Lombardi in the GOAL Office (249A) for more details about the Rotary Exchange Travel Opportunities.  Applications are due by May 1st, but the earlier you apply, the better your chance to secure your 1st choice of destination!

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You can find a copy of the announcements from today, yesterday, and every day at nashuproar.org.  Thanks, have a great day, and stay tuned for a Throwback Thursday.