Want to win a $25 Amazon gift card RIGHT NOW?  In honor of Black History Month, the Black Student Union is hosting a Tuesday Trivia challenge on the morning announcements.  Roll the intro… OK, contestants, are you ready?  [READ SLOWLY] The first student to email Mr. Kodenkandeth with the correct name of the influential figure pictured here will win a $25 Amazon gift card.  Here’s a hint: HE WAS A PROLIFIC PITTSBURGH PLAYWRIGHT.  Thanks to BSU for hosting this contest, and be sure to tune in next Tuesday for your next chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card.

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Attention Seniors:  Save The Date!  The 2023 Senior Prom will be on May 13th at the David Lawrence Convention Center in the Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom.  Join us for an evening Under the Stars.  The formal event begins at 7:30 pm, with dinner being served at 8:00 followed by an evening of dancing and photo ops.  Prom ends at 11:00 pm.  Students will not be permitted to leave before then.  Tickets will go on sale at a discounted rate of $80 per person in March and then again in the middle of April at the regular price of $90 per person.  Watch for more details as we get closer to the event here on NATV, in emails sent to the senior class, in the Weekly Newsflash and by following the Senior class on Twitter and Instagram.  

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YEEHAW!  THERE’S A ROUND UP AT NASH!  SENIORS:  We know that the Prom may not be on your minds yet, but you should definitely SAVE THE DATE for the WILD WEST NA AFTER PROM! May 13th after the prom! 11:30 pm- 5:00 am!  How often do you get to stay up all night with all of your friends and have a rootin’tootin’ good time??  Save the date for  a hypnotist, tarot card readings, dancing, food, and SO much more!!

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ATTENTION ALL FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ALUMNI:  If you attended Franklin Elementary School, or currently have a younger sibling or cousin who does, please come back for an afternoon and be a MYSTERY READER on Thursday March 2nd!  If you are interested in being a Mystery Reader at Franklin Elementary on March 2nd, go to the Franklin Elementary School homepage on the North Allegheny website and complete the google form by Monday, February 27th.  

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Fight the winter blues with a cheerful bunch of daffodils or tulips for your family, friends, and teachers. Daffodil Days is an opportunity for people to join the American Cancer Society’s vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Through the daffodil, the first flower of spring, this campaign is a symbol of hope to cancer patients and those affected by the disease. Give Daffodils. Give Hope. Place your order today! Purchase your flowers through the NA Daffodil Day campaign for delivery the WEEK of March 20th. Just Scan the QR code or visit the website on the flyers that have been placed around the school.  Order deadline is TODAY. See Mrs. Spak in Room 363 with any questions

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Attention Senior Athletes or Band Members: The North Allegheny Unified Boosters Organization scholarship deadline is quickly approaching.  Any senior who has participated in a varsity sport or the marching band is eligible to apply to receive scholarship money.  Application information for the UBO Scholarships can be found on the NA Athletic website under the “FOR ATHLETES” tab.  All applications must be submitted to Mr. Bozzuto in the Athletic Office no later than Friday, March 31st, at noon.  

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Attention Seniors:  The Class of 2023 North Allegheny Pre-Tuition Scholarship informational sheet and applications are now available through Naviance or through the Counseling Office.  Please submit a copy of the completed application and a copy of the Student Aid Report page reflecting the EFC amount from your FAFSA filing to the Principal’s Office no later than Friday, March 24.

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Seniors, are you interested in a career in education?  The North Allegheny Federation of Teachers is pleased to announce the Future Educator Scholarship, offering up to two $2,500 scholarships to NA Seniors who plan to enter the elementary or secondary teaching profession.  If you would like to compete for this exciting scholarship opportunity, view the requirements and application on Naviance.  Completed applications are due by 2:20 PM on February 28.

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Remember to check out the local scholarship opportunities in Naviance.  You can find them under Colleges / Scholarships & Money / Scholarship Search.  Scholarships for Juniors will be noted in the title.

Additionally, Beacon College will be visiting during 5th lunch TOMORROW in the College Visit Reception room. Please sign up to meet with the representative using your Naviance account.

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Attention students interested in taking AP Exams.  Late registration is still open with monetary penalties and will close on March 10th. The AP registration process is a two-step process. Please visit the NASH School Counseling Site for more information or speak to your AP teacher to get registered.

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Still deciding what to do after high school? Wouldn’t it be nice to get a more detailed look into a variety of careers to help you decide?  Wouldn’t it be amazing to have ready-made contacts you can network with to learn more?  We are offering a series of lunchtime conversations with career professionals in a multitude of fields.  Choose a few jobs that sound interesting to you, and sign up to learn more!  Our speakers will present for about 20 minutes, with 10 minutes built in for Q & A. These sessions will take place from March 6 – 17, during periods 5, 6, 7, and 8. Head to our Career Conversations website through Bb to learn about speakers, sessions, and to sign up!  If you have any questions, stop by Room 249A, the NASH GOAL Office.

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The North Allegheny Facilities Department is accepting applications for seasonal custodians to work this summer, starting in May 2023 and ending in August 2023. Seasonal custodians will work to prepare the buildings for the 2023-2024 School Year. Starting hourly rate is $10.50/hr. Daily work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Students 16 and older are eligible to apply. High school students must have a valid work permit. Please visit the District’s Applicant Tracking System for additional details and to apply.

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You can find a copy of the announcements from today and every day at nashuporar.org. Thanks, and have a great day, NASH!