February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, and this week NASH will be making an effort to raise awareness about abuse in teenage relationships. Did you know that, every 16 seconds, a woman in the U.S. is beaten? All week, bracelets will be sold for $1 during lunch periods to raise money for

3ENow, a Dating Violence Awareness organization, and a local women’s shelter. If you are in Key Club, you can get one donation hour for every ten bracelets you buy. Please support these organizations and show your school spirit by buying the bracelets. Don’t forget we are having a

Spirit Week to further raise awareness! Today’s theme is Crazy Sock Day and tomorrow’s theme will be 80’s Day.

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THE FOLLOWING COLLEGE/UNIVERSITIES ARE SCHEDULED TO VISIT NASH this week:

Tuesday, February 6:  Grand Canyon University at 10:41 a.m.and Norwich University at 11:26 am

Wednesday, February 7: University of North Carolina at Charlotte at 10:41 am and York College Pennsylvania at 11:26 am

Sign up to visit with the representative in your Naviance account. Each meeting will take place in the college visit reception area located next to the auditorium foyer.

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Attention one and all: Mr. Bruce Allen of the Science Department has agreed to have both his beard and his head shaved right here on the morning announcements in March if he can raise $500 for Facial Hair February by Valentine’s Day.  Anyone and everyone can donate, and all the proceeds go to The Caring Place.  See Mr Allen with your donation, and let’s make certain that he’s bald for the month of March.

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All boys interested in trying out for the Boys’ Tennis Team (both Varsity and JV) must attend a mandatory meeting on Thursday, February 8, after school in Room 269 at NASH.  Information will be provided regarding tryouts which begin on Monday, March 5.  Please contact Coach Gliozzi if you have questions.

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The NASH GSA is meeting this Wednesday after school in Room 252. We will be discussing our upcoming guest speaker and our trip to The Warhol. Stop in for cake and conversation. NASH GSA: Open to everyone!

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The horrors of human trafficking are real. Come discuss this serious issue with students from around the country and the world in a video conference Tuesday Feb 6 from 11-12:30 in The Place.  This is a Global Leadership and Generation Global event.  All are welcome.  See Mrs. Will in GOAL for information

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If you are interested in your future and exploring possible careers, then Law Day is for you!! On  Friday February 16 here at NASH , six lawyers have graciously agreed to talk about their career paths and what they do every day as a lawyer. Their stories will interest and inspire you.  Hear from an Assistant US Attorney, the NA school solicitor,  an immigration lawyer, a commercial business lawyer, a workman’s compensation lawyer and an Intellectual Property lawyer. Don’t know what those practices mean? Then this program is your way to find out!  The morning will be very interactive and you will have lots of time to ask questions. The event runs from 9- 11:30 am.  Get your pass in room 249A or see Mrs Will or your social studies teacher for more information. All are welcome.

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Morp tickets are on sale NOW during all lunches. Don’t miss out, buy you dance ticket today. Just a reminder; pick up your form to have an out-of-school guest attend the dance with you if that is the case.  Let’s GO…. Let’s GLOW at MORP on February 10th.

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Looking for some extra cash? Submit at least two works to VARIATIONS and AUTOMATICALLY be entered in a raffle to win a $25.00 Amazon gift card! A total of four gift cards will be awarded. Submission must be sent by March 1st! Submit your work on Blackboard through the VARIATIONS tab under NASH Student Information.

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DON’T MISS it!!! The Pittsburgh National College Fair is coming to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center on Thursday, February 8th from 9:00 AM-12:00 noon and 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm and Friday, February 9th from 9:00 am – 12:00 noon. For a list of 225 representatives attending the fair go to www.collegefairguide.com

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Join us on Thursday, February 22nd for Engineer the Future at the Carnegie Science Center from 8:10 – 2:00. This event will allow you to explore a career in engineering as you engage in hands-on activities, interact with professionals in the field, and check out presentations at more than 40 event tables. You will also participate in the Career Café, a fast-paced introduction to engineering careers in an informal setting. The cost is $8 (cash or check made payable to “NASH). Money and permission forms are due by Feb. 9th.

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Are you interested in applying for a summer research program?  The Hillman Cancer Center Academy (formerly called UPCI, the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute) is now accepting student applications. Dr. David Boone will visit NASH on Thursday, February 8th during 9th period lunch (12:13 – 12:43) to talk about the program and applications.  Please sign up through Naviance, under the College tab for “Visits.”

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Come show your support tonight as North Allegheny Hockey takes the ice against Cathedral Prep at the Baierl Ice Complex in Warrendale. Pucks drops at 7p and  student admission is $2.

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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 some fly Friday videos.