January 2014

Mazama High School

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WINTER FORMAL January 18, 2014 At the Power Pac Event Center from 8 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Tickets are being sold during lunch in the south locker area. $15.00 for a single ticket , $25.00 per couple. Tickets will also be sold at the door for $20.00, single.

FYI: Any student owing detention time will not be allowed to attend the Winter Formal.

NO SCHOOL Monday, Jan. 20, 2014 in remembrance of Martin Luther King Day NO SCHOOL Friday, January 24, 2014, Grade Prep Day

A reminder for seniors and their parents/guardians: the first physical project progress report is due by February 7, 2014.

A NEW LOOK! Check out the new Mazama Website! It’s got loads of new features like printable forms, teacher blogs and staff email links.

It’s a great way to stay in touch with teachers or check your student’s attendance.

Don’t delay—check it out today! www.kcsd.k12.or.us, go to schools; click on Mazama

Mazama FBLA KCC Business skills Academy

Competitor Results!

On December 18, Mazama FBLA members and other Mazama business students attended the Business Skills Academy at Klamath Community College. They attended various workshops to help them prepare for their futures. The students also competed in events such as Speed Typing, Accounting, and Business Law. Our students were very successful at their competitive events. Below are their results!

Summited by: Mariah Cooper

Event Accounting Accounting Accounting Accounting Accounting Accounting Accounting II Business Calculations Business Calculations Business Calculations Business Communications Business Communications Business Communications Business Communications Business Communications Business Law Business Math Business Math Business Math

Place 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 7th 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 1st 3rd 4th 5th 7th 1st 4th 5th 7th

Name Brielle McKinney Omar Valadez-Ramos Emily Foster Cody Cox Sara Barkley Holly Murga Jon Moore Omar Valadez-Ramos Brielle McKinney Nicole Carter Erin Haney Lisa Enman Penny Underwood Anna Bruner Justin Shannon Erin Haney Cody Cox Sara Barkley James Boulter

MHS ASPIRE PROGRAM

Sign up for the ASPIRE program and you can receive one-on-one mentoring that will help you with finding scholarships for school, conducting college and vocational school searches, applying to colleges, and finding a career that will best suit your needs.

If you would like to become part of this fabulous program and have a mentor, or if you just want to drop by for more information, the ASPIRE Program is located within the Career Center at the Guidance Office. While you are there, look at the wonderful information we have on Colleges and Vocation Schools. Also, don’t forget to check out the scholarship lists to see if you qualify. These lists are updated weekly!

Great Program For You

MHS ASPIRE Program Encouraging Higher Education For Everyone

Your Future Awaits You! Let us help you succeed in your educational goals after high school!

Hey students! Need help finding money for college?

How about finding the right school for you?

Need help deciding on a career after high school?

MHS ASPIRE Program Can Help!

It’s that scholarship time of year! Be sure to stay updated by checking with your counselor or the Aspire Office.

MHS ASPIRE Program Jon Johnson Program Coordinator 3009 Summers Lane Klamath Falls, OR 97603 Phone: 541-883-5024 Cell# 541-281-0143 Fax# 541-883-5044 KinnanS@kcsd.k12.or.us

MHS ASPIRE PROGRAM

ASPIRE Needs You!

Mazama High School ASPIRE Program is Looking for Volunteers.

MHS ASPIRE Program Encouraging Higher Education For Everyone

Can you volunteer one hour a month for the school year?

ASPIRE Volunteers work one-on-one with students helping them with various activities such as finding a college, applying for financial aid, and applying for scholarships.

ASPIRE works around your schedule!

No education is required to become an ASPIRE Volunteer. All training is provided by the ASPIRE Program.

Come and be a part of the ASPIRE team and help make a difference in the life of a high school student here in our community.

FINALS SCHEDULE SEMESTER 1 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2014 PERIOD

START

END

DURATION

Office Hours

7:30

8:50

2

9:00

10:10

70 MINUTES

Break

10:10

10:25

15 MINUTES

4

10:30

11:40

70 MINUTES

Lunch

11:40

12:15

35 MINUTES

6

12:20

1:30

70 MINUTES

Make-up/Office hours

1:35

3:30

125 MINUTES

80 MINUTES

BUSES ARRIVE AND DEPART AT THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED TIME

FINALS SCHEDULE SEMESTER 1 THURSDAY, JANUARY 23, 2014 PERIOD

START

END

DURATION

1

8:00

9:10

70 MINUTES

Break

9:10

9:25

15 MINUTES

3

9:30

10:40

70 MINUTES

5

10:45

11:55

70 MINUTES

Lunch

11:55

12:30

35 MINUTES

7

12:35

1:45

70 MINUTES

Make-up/Office Hours

1:45

3:30

105 MINUTES

BUSES ARRIVE AND DEPART AT THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED TIMES

College/University Entrance Exams Attention College Bound Juniors: Mazama H.S. (school code: 380-562) Practice Tests are available on-line and from the counseling office SAT 2014 www.collegeboard.org Test Dates

Registration Deadline

Closest Test Center

March 8

February 7

Mazama H.S. (code: 38235)

June 7

May 9

Mazama H.S. (code: 38235)

ACT 2014 www.act.org Test Dates

Registration Deadline

Closest Test Center

April 14

March 7

OIT (code: 034840)

Mazama Little Viks Cheer Camp Location: Mazama High Cafeteria Dates: Friday

Jan. 21, 22 & 23, 2014 and Jan. 24 , 2014

Half Time Performance of Girls Varsity Basketball Game

Time:

5:00 – 6:30 pm Tuesday - Thursday

Cost:

$25.00 per participant Includes Little Viks Cheer T-shirt

Register on the Mazama High School Home Page www.kcsd.k12.or.us – Select Mazama High For Questions please contact Coach Kaci Mitchell at mitchellk@kcsd.k12.or.us / (541) 851-8854

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Second semester Mrs. Pascual is continuing her dance classes for all students interested in taking physical education credits or elective credits. This class will be a formal ballroom dance class where students will learn the basic elements and principles of ballroom dancing and social dancing. It would also contain dances from the hip- hop music world where young adults can develop creativity and personal space awareness. Also we are working on Flash Glee dances for the individual and group skilled performer. Line dancing is also available during our practice sessions. This course is designed for all students including those with no dance experience. The class will be offer during class time, so please check your schedules and come to enjoy school life through dancing. For more information contact your counselor if you are interested.

The Klamath Promise Graduation...we all play a part INSPIRE—MENTOR—TUTOR A calendar that makes a difference.

Mazama is selling the Klamath Promise Calendar Cost: $5.00 Was: $8.00 This calendar lists all District Holidays, Grade Prep Days, Parent Conferences, etc.

Stop by the office to pick one up!

2014 Valhalla Yearbook

Senior Ads A special way to look back on your high school memories and younger days!

Parents: Why not put in a picture of your senior from when they were younger and attach a note of well wishes for the future!

This makes a great graduation gift!

Prices 1/8 Page $30 1/4 Page $50 Half Page: $95 3/4 Page: $140 Full Page: $180 Submit by January 31, 2014 Contact Miss Schmidt for details: SchmidtL@kcsd.k12.or.us 541-883-5024

Buy your yearbook today!

Cost: $65 See Mrs. Rajnus in the main office to purchase your copy!

Orders need to be placed by April 1, 2014.

The Mazama Rune!

Check out the school’s online newspaper!

Read about sports, news, school events and more!

Use the QR Code below or find our link on the Mazama Facebook Page!

Visit us at: https://sites.google.com/a/kcsd.k12.or.us/ mhs-rune-2014/

Oregon Student Wellness Survey

On January 28th, during English classes, 11th grade students will participate in the Oregon Student Wellness Survey (SWS). The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Addictions and Mental Health Division and Oregon Department of Education (ODE) sponsor this survey. It asks students about their academic commitment, the school environment, positive youth development, and behavioral risks such as fighting, depression, substance abuse, and gambling. The SWS gathers information that is used to plan and evaluate programs that address these areas.

All student responses on the survey are anonymous. No student names or other identifying information will be on the survey. The results of the students will only be presented about groups, not individuals.

The “Parent Notification” letter sent home on January 17th, provides more information for your review through at the Oregon.gov website. You may also contact the name and number provided with any questions you may have.

FREE College Funding Seminar Ashland Branch Library 410 Siskiyou Boulevard Ashland, Oregon 97520 Saturday, February 1, 2014 4:00 PM It's all about your kids and your money. So come and learn about all the tax advantages and other benefits of saving for college with the Oregon College Savings Plan.

529 plan specialists will be on hand to answer all your questions during this informative seminar. They will also have experts available to discuss federal and state financial aid options and how to apply for scholarship funds.

Appetizers and beverages provided!

Register at: www.oregoncollegesavings.com/news/seminar.shtml

SAT/ACT Preparation through KCC Online courses for $89 each: SAT/ACT Preparation - Part 1 Master the reading, writing, English, and science questions on the ACT and new SAT. http://www.ed2go.com/klamathcc/online_course/tp7/detail/SAT_ACT_Preparation_Part_1.html

SAT/ACT Preparation - Part 2 Master the math questions on the ACT and new SAT. http://www.ed2go.com/klamathcc/online_course/tp8/detail/SAT_ACT_Preparation_Part_2.html

Or call them at: 541-882-3521

Scholarships for Juniors Ms. Goslin posts scholarships on facebook (mhs counselor goslin) and on her website (www.counselorgoslin.weebly.com). They are also available in the counseling office. Students can sign up for emails or text messages (Remind 101) about scholarship information.