Scholarships

- New England Patriots – Fidelity Investments Enter the Inspire the Future “Write-On” Scholarship Contest and win up to $20,000 in college scholarships. If you are between the ages of 13-18 and love the Patriots, simply write a 500- to 750- word essay about the most recent Patriots game. After every 4-game stretch on the Patriots schedule, one first-place winner will receive a $5,000 college scholarship, two second-place winners will be awarded $2,500, and six third-place winners will receive $1,000 in scholarship money. At the conclusion of the season, all previous first- place winners and others who qualify will be eligible to win the $15,000 grand prize, the $10,000 runner-up prize or the $5,000 honorable mention prize. So show off your skills! Make it fun and creative…and enter today! Submit your essay through the Patriots’ feedback forum on www.TotallyPatriots.com, or send it to “Write Out” Scholarship, Gillette Stadium, 1 Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA 02035.

- U.S. JCI Senate Scholarship Criteria: seniors who plan to continue their Education at accredited post secondary colleges, universities or vocational school. They must be used for educational expenses of full time study. For application go to www.usjcisenate.org/ma Deadline = 1 / 11 / 08

- Sam Walton Community Scholarship To apply go to www.walmartfoundation.org Deadline = 1/ 14 / 08

- National MS Society Scholarship Criteria: High school senior who has MS or whose parent has MS; must be either a United States citizen or legal resident To apply go to www.nationalmssociety.org Deadline = 1 / 15 / 08

- McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Criteria: Own your own business for at least one year; have at least 1 paid employee; graduate high school in 2008; and go to any 4-year college or university within the 50 states. Apply online at mckelveyfoundation.org . Deadline = 1 / 15 / 08

- North Shore Women in Business Criteria: A female senior pursuing a college education in the field of Business or related studies; GPA; Scholastic Achievements; Academic/Achievement Awards; Extracurricular Activities; Work Experience. Deadline = 1 / 31 / 08

- Mark Bavis Foundation Criteria: Scholarship awarded on the basis of need; in addition more serious consideration to those students who have made efforts to make a difference in their communities and/or have shown leadership qualities within their school Deadline = 2 / 1/ 08

- Henry David Thoreau Foundation Criteria: must be a Massachusetts resident; students with strong academic qualifications and a demonstrated commitment to environmental fields. Applications at www.thoreauscholar.org Deadline = 2 / 1 / 08

- National Association of Asian-American Professionals (NAAAP) Criteria: scholarship program is to recognize outstanding graduating high school seniors who demonstrate the potential to become future leaders. These merit and need-based scholarships are open to all Massachusetts high school seniors of Asian descent. For application go to www.naaapboston.org by clicking on the “Committees” link and then selecting “Scholarship” Deadline = 2 / 1 / 08

- Public Housing Authorities Directors Association Criteria: high school senior; reside in public housing, Section 8, or low-income residential setting; housing agency must belong to Public Housing Authorities Directors Association (PHADA); minimum “B” GPA; application available at www.phada.org Deadline = 2 / 11 / 08

- National Co-op Scholarship Criteria: must apply and be accepted at one of the following colleges Drexel University, Johnson & Wales University, Kettering University, Northeastern University, Pace University, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, Wentworth Institute of Technology, C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University. To apply go to www.co-op.edu Deadline = 2 / 15 / 08

- KFC Colonel’s Scholars Criteria: Graduating from high school; enrolling in a public college or university; a U.S. citizen or permanent resident; a minimum GPA of 2.75; demonstrating financial need. The online Scholars application will be available from January 1, 2008 to February 15, 2008, at www.kfcscholars.org or call 1-866-KFC-7240 Deadline = 2 / 15 / 08

- National Co-op Scholarship Criteria: must apply and be accepted at one of the following colleges Drexel University, Johnson & Wales University, Kettering University, Northeastern University, Pace University, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, Wentworth Institute of Technology, C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University. To apply go to www.co-op.edu Deadline = 2 / 15 / 08

- Burger King Scholars Program Criteria: Maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher; work part-time; actively involved in community service; demonstrate financial need; plan to enroll in an accredited college, university or vocational/technical school. To apply go to www.bk.com/scholars Deadline = February 15, 2008

- Westfield State College “Be A Science Teacher” Scholarship winners will be chosen based on their academic record and their interest in teaching elementary school, middle school general science, or high school chemistry. As incoming freshmen, they will be enrolled as General Science majors. To retain the scholarship, students must remain in the General Science major, remain in teacher certification program, and maintain at least a 3.00 GPA. You will automatically be considered for this scholarship when you apply as a General Science Major. Finalists may be asked to visit WSC and meet with faculty in the Physical Science department. For more information, call 413-572-5669 or visit www.physci.wsc.ma.edu/dept/ Deadline = 3 / 1 / 08

- The Rebekah Assembly of Massachusetts Criteria: Personal statement explaining your goals, financial status, members of your family, etc; statement of needs of a scholarship; two educational letters of reference; academic/scholastic record; one adult personal letter of reference from outside of school Deadline = 3 / 15/ 08

- Debra Luongo Scholarship Fund Criteria: Student interested in the field of cosmetology. Hair’s How offers a 1,000 hour course in cosmetology. Interested students may visit the facility at 99 Preston St., Wakefield or www.hairshowschool.com Deadline = 3 / 31 / 08

- Knights of Pythias Criteria: students who best qualify, based on their altruistic services to the community. Altruistic meaning, having unselfish concern for or devoted to the welfare of others. Deadline = 4 / 1 / 08

- Massachusetts Broadcasters Association Criteria: Students that will pursue an education in over-the-air broadcast journalism Deadline = 4 / 4 / 08

- MRA Educational Foundation & the National Restaurant Association Criteria: be accepted to an accredited restaurant/food service related post-secondary program; must be a U.S. citizen and a Massachusetts resident; minimum GPA of 2.65; Culinary arts or restaurant/foodservice work experience verified – minimum 250 hours. For applications and additional scholarship opportunities go to www.nraef.org Deadline = 4 / 15 / 08

- Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund Criteria: U.S. citizen or resident aliens; GPA 3.0 or higher; demonstrate skilled writing ability; community and school involvement; work part-time; financial need. To apply go to www.phillips-scholarship.org the application and complete, detailed instructions will be posted on the web site by January 1, 2008 Deadline = May 1, 2008

- Rosen Scholarship # 1 Criteria: accepted to Salem State College
Criteria: be a U.S. citizen; attended the last four years at LEHS; be accepted to Salem State College; be majoring in Education; have a GPA of at least 3.00 Deadline = 5 / 1 / 08

- Rosen Scholarship # 2 Criteria: admitted to one of the following academic programs: Engineering, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics; be a U.S. citizen; attended the last four years at LEHS; be admitted to one of the following academic programs: Engineering, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, or Physics; have a GPA of at least 3.00 Deadline = 5 / 1 / 08

- Shaw-Worth Memorial Scholarship Criteria: High school senior who has made a meaningful contribution to animal protection over a significant period of time. Deadline = 5 / 15 / 08

REMEMBER – FREQUENTLY CHECK THE BLACK FILING CABINET IN THE GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT FOR NEW SCHOLARSHIPS. THEY ARRIVE EVERY DAY. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO SEARCH FOR THEM. IMPORTANT – WE FREQUENTLY REMIND YOU TO WRITE “THANK YOU” NOTES IF YOU RECEIVE A SCHOLARSHIP OR SOMEONE WRITES YOU A RECOMMENDATION LETTER. LAST YEAR, FIVE STUDENTS RECEIVED $1,000.00 FROM A GRADUATING LEHS CLASS, AND THE CLASS DECIDED TO RENEW THE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR THREE OF THE FIVE STUDENTS. THE REASON THE OTHER TWO STUDENTS ARE NOT HAVING THEIR SCHOLARSHIPS RENEWED IS BECAUSE THEY COULDN’T BOTHER TO WRITE A “THANK YOU” NOTE. ALWAYS WRITE “THANK YOU” NOTES. FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) – Student should file as soon as possible after January 1, 2008. They are encouraging you to file on line at www.fafsa.ed.gov; also available online in Spanish.
In order to be considered for Financial Assistance, it is suggested that Seniors check the scholarship board daily, and meet the deadlines and qualifications as specified on the individual scholarship applications.

For more information about the above scholarships, and other scholarships see the Scholarship Board in the Guidance Office. As more scholarships are made available a new list will be updated.

Essay Contest Sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Massachusetts, the Citizen Education Fund, and Stop & Shop. 9th Annual Online Student Essay Contest for Massachusetts students in grades 4-12. For contest details, essay questions and rules, check the website www.lwvma.org. Deadline is March 4, 2008. Gordon College New City Scholars Program The program is a unique opportunity for outstanding students to not only go to college but also to develop their skills as a leader, use their gifts to make a difference in the community, and be an integral part of a dynamic team of eight to ten young Christians from the city of Lynn. As a New City Scholar, students would receive a renewable four-year, full-tuition scholarship to Gordon College, a leading Christian liberal arts college on Boston’s North Shore. They would participate in a unique leadership-training program. They would also benefit from ongoing support from mentors who know Gordon College and can help them make the most of their college experience. The deadline to apply is February 1, 2008. If interested, contact Vince Campbell, 2 San Juan Street, Boston, MA 02118, vcampbell@egc.org, csi@egc.org, 617-262-4567 (x192)

Class Dues Senior Class Dues are $125.00, payable by cash, check, or money order to “Lynn English High School.” No senior may attend any senior event until the class dues are paid in full. See Mrs. Wentzell-Ryan in Room 131 or Mr. Skahan in Room 300. Junior Class dues are $100.00, payable by cash, check, or money order to “Lynn English High School.” See Ms. Mezzetti in Room 308 or Mr. Ring in Room 329.

Selective Service When young men turn 18 years old, the law says you must register with the Selective Service. Those who fail to register may be denied students loans, government jobs, and drivers’ licenses in most states. In addition, if you are a male immigrant seeking to become a citizen, you must also be registered. You can get a Selective Service registration card at your local post office or register online at www.sss.gov. If you have any questions, ask your guidance counselor.

Boston University College of Engineering The Boston University College of Engineering is pleased to announce that it will host a variety of high school outreach programs in 2008. These events encourage high school students to apply what they have learned in the classroom to a hands-on experience. Programs include Junior Science & Humanities Symposium on April 5th (www.bu.edu/eng/jshs), FIRST on March 28th-29th (www.bostonfirst.org), and Design Competition on June 1st (www.bu.edu.eng/design). More information about the programs is available at www.bu.edu/eng/outreach. Any questions, contact engineering@bu.edu or 1-800-578-1223.

SENIOR REMINDERS

Recommendations
If you need a recommendation for a college application or scholarship, complete the college recommendation form (also known as Data Sheet). They are available in the Guidance Department between the two secretaries. They are in the first column of the big, wooden shelving unit. Do not waste your guidance counselor’s or teacher’s time by requesting a recommendation if you do not need one. Carefully read your applications!!!!!

Forsyth Dental Hygiene Program @ Mass College of Pharmacy
The 33-month accelerated bachelor of science in dental hygiene curriculum is designed for entering freshmen who seek a scientifically oriented program that combines academic and clinical experiences. Students complete the program in 33 months and are eligible for the licensing exams in the third year.

Girls Inc. of Lynn Career Path Program
Career Path is a year round after school program aimed at providing youth with the skills needed to be highly competitive candidates in the world of work. In Phase I of the program, youth ages 14-18 receive an intensive job-readiness training which includes exploring different career options and preparing them for obtaining and maintaining employment. Youth are then able to gain hands-on experience through community service, internships, mentor partnerships, and six week paid summer employment. Teens will explore a variety of options beyond high school and become technologically proficient, competitive candidates for college. Tutoring is also offered to assist teens in subjects where they may need extra assistance. The Career Learning Center offers internet access, computers, one-on-one advising, and hours for teens to have a nice quiet place to study away from home. If you are interested in becoming a member of Career Path, contact Alicia McGee, Career Path Coordinator, 781-592-9744, ext. 232, aberger.lynn@girls-inc.org, 112 Market Street, 2nd Floor, Lynn, MA 01901

United States Military Academy
Summer Leaders Seminar
The United States Military Academy will host two sessions of the 33rd annual Summer Leaders Seminar in June 2008. The first session is scheduled for June 7-13, and the second session will be June 14-20. The Seminar provides outstanding high school juniors the exciting opportunity to gain a better understanding of the academic, physical, and leadership-development programs at a service academy that features small classes, a caring faculty, professional career preparation, and a foundation for graduate study. 800 11th graders will be invited to attend based on the following criteria: top 1/5 of class, pursuing college-preparatory curriculum, strong PSAT scores, and demonstrated leadership potential by participation, election/selection to office, and honors earned in organized athletic and extracurricular activities. Interested students can visit the website www.admissions.usma.edu and complete the application prior to March 31, 2008. There is a rolling admissions program for the Seminar, so students are urged to complete the online application as soon as possible. West Point will notify applicants of their admissions status by May 1, 2008, and reserves the right to choose which session accepted students attend.

All Care Center for Grief and Loss A Partnership with the Solimine Family
558 Chestnut Street, Suite 6 Lynn, MA 01904
General Grief Support Groups - Tuesday, January 22 to February 19, 12:30-2:00 PM - Tuesdays, February 26 to April 1, 12:30-2:00 PM - Wednesdays, January 23 to February 20, 6:00-7:30 PM
Upcoming Grief Support Workshops - Loss of a Pet - Grief in the Schools - Five Wishes: Importance of Advance Directives

North Shore Community College Preparation for College Board SATs
$99.00 Saturday courses
See your guidance counselor for registration forms or contact NSCC.
E.M.T Training Program
844 Woburn Street
Wilmington, MA

February 12 – May 10
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 PM
Every other Saturday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Cost = $1000.00
Includes test book and practical test site fee. Contact David Rideout or Alicia D’Errico 978-253-2600 www.actionambulance.com

The Food Project Summer Youth Program 2008 The Food Project began sixteen years ago in Greater Boston. By growing fresh, organic vegetables, young people work together as a team to serve others , learning farming and business skills, experience nature, explore issues of hunger and community, challenge themselves, and have fun! Get an application and learn more about the program online: www.thefoodproject.org/syp or www.myspace.com/the_food_project.com Coordinator = John Wang 781-346-6726

Happenings in the Science Department

The Science Department is off to a great start this school year. A new course in Biotechnology is being offered as an elective to upperclassmen. Fifteen students are currently enrolled in this new course. LEHS is exploring an articulation agreement with North Shore Community College where students who complete the course and pass a competency exam may earn college credit if they enroll at NSCC. A room has been outfitted specifically for that class with equipment donated by Alexandria Equities. Alexandria Equities was instrumental in LEHS obtaining over $100,000 in supplies, equipment, and furniture. Desks, chairs, filing cabinets, and shelving were given to the Social Studies, ROTC, Drama, Band, and Guidance as well as the Science Dept.

The Science Department obtained 3 Hardscrabble Grants from the Essex County Community Fund. One grant purchased a Smart board for a chemistry classroom. Another grant purchased laptop computers that will be used to enhance the multimedia projectors from last year’s Hardscrabble grant. The last grant purchased a spectrophotometer, electronic balances, and some additional supplies. The Essex County Community Fund has been generous in supplementing the equipment and supply budget for the past 3 years. The equipment and supplies greatly enhances instruction in science.

The class of 2010, this year’s current 10^th graders, is the first class that will be required to pass the Science MCAS in order to earn a high school diploma. The Biology curriculum has been revised to assist students in preparing for the Biology MCAS exam this June. Many of our upperclassmen are electing to take 2 sciences concurrently.

High Tech Certification Programs For High School Students

Lynn English High School Cisco Networking Academy welcomes all our returning students and over seventy-five new Academy students into our three certification programs with newly updated curricula and three additional certification offerings. The Hewlett Packard sponsored A+ Computer Maintenance and Troubleshooting Essentials I program now offers preparation for four separate certifications: A+, Remote Technician, I.T. Technician and Bench Technician. Hewlett Packard also sponsors our advanced Essentials II: Network Operating Systems program, offering Server +/Linux + certification preparation. Cisco Corporation sponsors our elite two-year program, preparing students for the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (C.C.N.A.) certification. All programs include: an on-line curriculum, hands-on

labs, supportive materials and internships. All three programs are aligned with industry standards and taught at the college level. College credit is available. Internships are offered in web site design and maintenance, as well as, coordinating our Computer Help Desk for hardware, software and training issues. In addition, local area businesses offer paid external internships to advanced Academy students. For more details, visit our sites at http://www.lynnenglish.org/hwconn/homcon.htm

and http://www.lynnenglish.org/cisco5.htm

Senior Class News

Class dues are $125 and can be paid to Mrs. Wentzell in room 131 before or after school. Dues

will increase in January. The Senior Prom has been booked at the Danversport Yacht Club and will be held on Tuesday May 27, 2008.

Develop Your Speaking Skills

Is your son or daughter a talented speaker? Let your kid’s big mouth do some good for once! All English High students are invited to join the Lions Club speech contest. They can improve their skills, tell colleges that they participated, and possibly win over $2000. This year's speech topic is, "How Can My Generation Contribute to the World They Will Inherit?" Students write a one-minute speech and say it on stage in the LEHS auditorium. They can get coaching from Mrs. Mazzarella in Room 150, any day during homeroom or after school.

The best freshmen speakers will win up to $100. The best older speakers can win $2500 by moving up to the citywide contest, and possibly to other cities and to the state finals. There are six levels of competition, one every month or two. The school contest will be held at 3:00, and higher levels take about an hour in the evening.

For four of the past six years, a Lynn student has made it to the statewide finals and won over $2000. Your child may be the next winner!

LEHS Eleventh Annual Veterans Day/Marine Corps Birthday Ceremony

8 November 2007, Thursday, 6:30 p.m. the Eleventh Annual LEHS Veterans Day/U. S. Marine

Corps Birthday Ceremony with a Pasta Dinner will be held at LEHS. Admission is free for the

ceremony and the Pasta Dinner cost $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children - ALL YOU CAN EAT! V/R SgtMaj Ken Oswald

Sophie De Longeville

from Amiens Val de Lys, France, located between Lille and Paris, is a Rotary International Exchange student, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Lynn. She graduated from high school in France and is attending Lynn English High School as a senior. In addition to her mother and father, her family in France consists of two brothers and a sister. Sophie hopes to continue her education and study Law when she returns to France. Her interests outside of school are theatre, tennis, golf and jogging. While in the USA, she will be living with her host family, Holly & William Brauner, their daughter Alison, a sophomore at LEHS and son Curtis. Sophie will be in our country until the middle of June, 2008. A total of 13 students have arrived from several countries to study in our Rotary District.

We are in the process of seeking one or two additional host families for Sophie to live with while attending LEHS. This will provide for a variety of experiences during her stay in our country. Any family who might be interested in sharing in this rewarding experience may contact Sophie’s Guidance Counselor, Mrs. Kara Waltman

at Lynn English High School or Mr. Jim Harris of the Youth Exchange Office for the Lynn Rotary Club at jcharris10@comcast.net.

In the photo, left to right: Holly Brauner, Sophie, and Rotary past President and Youth Exchange Officer, Jim Harris.

Fechas importantes:

8 de octubre- Día de Cristobol Colón. No hay clase

12 de octubre- distribución de avisos de notas

15 de octubre- Reunión de padres.

6 de noviembre- Entrenamiento de la facultad. No hay clase.

9 de noviembre- Ultimo día de primer cuatrimestre.

12 de noviembre- Día de los veteranos- no hay clase.

20 noviembre- Distribución de las notas.

21 de noviembre- Despachan a los estudiantes a las 12:00.

22 y 23 de noviembre- Vacaciones del día de Acción de Gracias.

23 y 24 de noviembre- Presentación del club de Drama.

3 de diciembre- Reunión de padres.

24 de diciembre a primero de enero- Vacaciones de invierno.

4 de enero- Distribución de las notas.

17, 18, 22 y 23 de enero- exámenes de mitad del año.

21 de enero- Día de Martín Luther King- no hay clases.

25 de enero- Ultimo día del segundo cuatrimestre.

Los estudiantes del grados 11 o 12 si no han pasado los exámenes del estado el MCAS tienen que tomar los exámenes en noviembre. Los estudiantes que están repitiendo el grado 10 que no han pasado los exámenes del MCAS también tendrán que tomar los exámenes del MCAS. Los exámenes de English Language Arts serán admitidos los días 7,8, y 9 de noviembre. Los exámenes de matemáticas serán admitidos los días 14 y 15 de noviembre.

Los juniors que quieren calificar para el Certificado de Maestría o la veca Adams pueden participar en los exámenes de MCAS de la primavera 2008. Los estudiantes interesados deben contactar a su consejero académico para mas información.

Reunión de padres.

La primera reunión de los padres será el lunes 15 de octubre. Los maestros y consejeros estarán en sus salones de 6:00 a 8:00 p.m.