September 23, 2022

Attention Seniors:  If you haven’t voted yet for your Senior Class Officers, what are you waiting for?  Check out the email Dr. Dirda sent right after homeroom on Monday for the link to vote.  Voting ends TODAY at noon.

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Attention students participating in the Digital SAT this Saturday, September 24th. It is imperative that you download and install the Bluebook software before test day.  College Board will email you download instructions.  If you have any questions about installation, please stop by the help desk or see Ms. Kruze in room 238.

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The following colleges/universities will be visiting NASH today: Indiana University of Pennsylvania – Main Campus, during 5th lunch in the College Visit Reception room. PennWest (Pennsylvania Western University) will be visiting today. PennWest was formed by the integration of Edinboro University, California University of Pennsylvania, and Clarion University.  All PennWest University campuses will be represented during 6th lunch in the College Visit Reception room.  Saint Vincent College, during 7th lunch in the College Visit Reception room

 Please sign up to meet with the representative using your Naviance account.

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PSAT registration is now open for juniors.  Please pick up a registration form in the counseling office or print one from the NASH homepage.  The test will be administered on Saturday, October 15th.  The cost of the test is $30 if you register by October 3rd.

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Hey Juniors – are you interested in running for Jr. Class Council?  If so, please stop down to room 196 and sign up any day this week! If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Loeffert or Mr. Clemmer.   

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If you are interested in volunteering with Project Water this year, please scan one of the QR codes throughout the school and fill out the attached form.  We are holding our first informational meeting of the year after school on Thursday in the library and would love to see you there!

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NASH Student Council is proud to present the 2022 Homecoming dance themed Stroll Through Paris. The dance will be Saturday, October 8th from 7:30-10:30 Tickets must be purchased in advance and are on sale through TODAY for $20 a person, and Wednesday, September 28th through Friday, September 30th for $25 a person. 24 hours prior to purchase you must complete the form linked on the NASH Student Information Blackboard page. Ticket sales will occur before school, during lunches, and after school in the cafeteria.

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Calling all foreign language lovers, Foreign Lingo Club is looking for students who are interested in teaching others about a foreign language!  If you speak a second language or are learning a second language in school, contact Samruddhi Palve or Audrey Starck for more information on joining FLC!

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The DECA membership drive is in full swing!  Sign up today by scanning the QR code on flyers around the school!  Membership dues increase by $5 for students paying after September 30th.  The first official pizza party & membership meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 28th, and is for PAID MEMBERS ONLY! Don’t delay, sign up today!!!!

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The North Allegheny Cross Country team is hosting its annual Shoe drive for Soles4souls. It will last until October 24th. We accept any type of shoe in any condition, so please donate your shoes to the bin in the cafeteria. NHS members can receive 1 hour for any amount of pairs donated. If you are in Key Club, every 4 pairs of shoes count as 1 donation hour. You can reach out to Vincent Rotunno or Sophie Kollitz with any questions.

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Did you know that there are nearly 2 billion people under the age of 25 in the world–that’s about 30% of the population.  Now imagine the role young people could play in achieving a more peaceful world. Would YOU like to become a Certified PeaceBuilder? NA GOAL is hosting an opportunity for all NASH students to take an online course to earn a certification.  The estimated time is about 10 hours.  The course opens soon, and you’d have the school year to complete it.  Through the course, you will gain knowledge and skills to build peace in your school, home, community, and world! See Mrs. Lombardi in the GOAL office, room 249A, or email [email protected]  if you’d like to sign up. 

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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 TWO fabulous and fly Friday features!