This week's scholarships

Class of 2009 Joseph Machado Memorial Scholarship
This award is to be presented to an individual from Bristol or Warren that has demonstrated the talent to understand and to problem solve in a practical way such as building projects and using technology to improve the community.    The deadline is May 3, 2013.  Please pick up application in the guidance office.

Mt. Hope High School Student Council Scholarship
The award is presented to graduating seniors who meet the following academic and personal criteria: good academic standing; commitment to fostering a positive school climate; demonstrate evidence of leadership

The application can be found in the guidance office.   The deadline for applying is May 21.

Advanced Placement Score Reports for Summer 2013

AP Score Reports will be available online for the first time this July.   The CollegeBoard has created an awareness toolkit for students and families.   You can download the toolkit at http://noreply.collegeboard.org/13a08d65alayfousualsnybqaaaaaaa2dhf4arcrgeeyaaaaa

Please know that students must have a College Board account to access the online score reports.    If you have taken the SAT, you already have the account.   Please sign in to confirm that your user name and password work.

SCIENCE NECAP

Juniors will take the Science NECAP on May 7th, 8th, and 9th.    On these days, homeroom will be held first thing in the morning.  

This week's scholarship information

Bristol County Lions Club Scholarship--Complete applications are available in the guidance office.  The application is due on May 2nd.  

Rhode Island Association of Former Legislators Scholarship at the Rhode Island Foundation
This is a one time award of $1500.   The deadline is May 1, 2013.    You should log into www.rifoundation.org and follow the links to Scholarships.

Manuela Guedes Memorial Scholarship
This is a $1000 award presented to a Mt. Hope High School graduate.   This award is geared towards students who wish to commit to pursue higher education and a career in the health care field.   Further information can be found in the guidance office.   The deadline is May 10.

College Planning for Juniors

Juniors, it is April and you are thinking of prom, summertime and the beach.   However, you should add one more thing to your list.  College planning.    The summer of your junior year is the perfect time to begin your college search, write your draft of a college essay and determine your game plan.   

The Mt. Hope Guidance Office will host an informational workshop for juniors and their families about how to make use of the summer to begin the college planning/application process.     This workshop will be held on April 24th from 6-7 in the Mt. Hope High School Library.

Scholarship Information--March 28th

Hello,

I am publishing this week's scholarship information a day early as result of the upcoming holiday weekend.

Kayleigh Ann Raposa Memorial Scholarship:  This scholarship is given in memory of Kayleigh Ann Raposa. In order to be eligible, you must be a MHHS senior, accepted at an institution of higher learning, participate in JV or Varsity Soccer, Basketball or girls and boys track.   Additional application requirements can be found on the application in the high school guidance office.    The deadline is April 26th.

Rhode Island Italian American Hall of Fame: Due June 21st
This scholarship is for scholar-athletes.   Additional information can be found on the application form.   The application is in the guidance office.

Eastern States Exposition RI Trustees Scholarship Committee: Due May 1, 2013
This scholarship is available to students who participated in Eastern States Exposition Youth Programs.   Additional requirements can be found on the application which can be found in the guidance office.

Ladies Auxiliary of the Bristol Volunteer Fire Department:   Due May 5, 2013
You must be a Bristol resident and a child of an active or deceased member of the Ladies Auxiliary or Bristol Volunteer Fire Department, as well as a high school senior and have demonstrated financial need.   To apply, login into www.rifoundation.org

Nursing Scholarships from the Rhode Island Foundation: Due April 19, 2013
The purpose of these scholarships is to provide support for nursing students.   Criteria and application information can be found at www.rifoundation.org

The Portuguese Beneficial Association: Due May 31
This is a scholarship for college bound students of Portuguese descent whose parents are members of the association.    Applications can be obtained in the high school guidance office.

Course Selection Sheets

Course selection sheets are due in guidance today with a parent/guardian signature.   If you did not turn the sheet in today with a signature, please be sure to get the form into guidance on Monday morning.   Thank you.

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

Congratulations to Mt. Hope's thespians for their outstanding achievements this weekend at the RI State Drama Festival Awards!

Our students presented a cutting from Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451.    Individual students won the following awards:

The Stanley Anderson Award for Proficiency in Technical Theatre Work
The Terry Murray Award for Theatrical Achievement in Acting
All State Acting Company
Technical Merit Award for Sound Design

Due to privacy reasons, I chose not to list students' names without their permission.    If you are one of the talented students who won an award and would like me to list your name, please let me know.  I will be more than delighted to repost your achievement.

The entire production won the prestigious Franco Coli Award for Excellence in Ensemble Work.  This is not a yearly award.   This award is only bestowed upon a production that meets or exceeds the standards that honor Franco Coli.

Great job!

Please do not forget to buy tickets to the Mt. Hope Masqueraders' next production, Hello Dolly!

ZUMBA FUNDRAISER FOR DECA

Do something for DECA and for yourself.   Join us at the ZUMBA Fundraiser on Friday, March 29th from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at LaVida! Dance and Fitness Studio at 651 Metacom Avenue in Bristol.   There is a $10 donation.

Course Selection Season

The season to select courses has dawned once again at Mt. Hope High School.    I always welcome course selection because it serves as a harbinger of spring.  Guidance counselors have attended students' classes to inform them of the courses available in the 2013-2014 school year.   Each student has a Program of Studies and course selection sheet.    Students are conferring with their counselors and teachers to determine the best course of action.  

Families are the most contributors in this process.   We ask that you review the course selection sheet and program of studies with your child.    Your signature is required on the course selection sheet.   If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the teacher or guidance counselor so that we can work as a team to ensure the best placement for your child.

Course selection sheets must be returned to the high school guidance office by the end of the school day on Thursday, March 28th.    

Scholarships!

This week I recommend that you go to the following website, www.studentscholarships.org.   This organization sent us a list of scholarships: Gilbraitti Scholarship, Youth Volunteer Scholarship, Healthy Choices, Scholarship by Design, Caretenders Scholarship, LM Scholarship, Rogers Community Volunteer, Sedary and Associates and Lift Parts Express.    All applications and information for these scholarships can be found at the studentscholarships.org website.

Other scholarships....

5th Annual Alyssa E. Correira Memorial Scholarship
This is a $2500 scholarship.    Recipients will be chosen based on financial need, volunteer work and academic achievement.    Applications must be received by APRIL 13, 2013.   Additional information can be found at www.alysscorreiramemorialfund.org or the guidance office.

Bristol Warren Gridiron Club
A student is eligible for this award if he/she has a minimum of three years participation in the Mt. Hope High School Football program; demonstrated leadership and dedication to the football team; commitment to academics; positively represented the team in the community; accepted to a two or four year accredited college or university.    The application deadline is April 30.   Applications are in the guidance office. The completed application must be returned to the Guidance Office.

Rhode Island College EEP Scholarship
The EEP program at RIC will award three RIC/EEP scholarships to students who plan to enroll at RIC this fall.   Requirements and applications can be found in the guidance office.   The application must be postmarked by April 12th.

BWEA Scholarship
This scholarship is available to Mt. Hope High School graduates and children of BWEA members.   To be considered for this award, please come to the guidance office to pick up the application.   The application must be submitted by April 29, 2013.

George E. Dion Memorial Scholarship
This award is given by the East Bay Striders Running Club to a Mt. Hope senior who has participated in either cross country, indoor track or outdoor track for a minimum of two years.    Additional requirements include the following: earned All Division, All Class or All State honors at least once while at Mt. Hope High School; GPA in the top 40th percentile; enrollment in an accredited two or four year college or university.     There application can be found in the high school guidance office.  Completed applications should be returned to Ms. Nicastro in the high school guidance office by April 26th.

United States Service Academy Day

Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse invite you to attend their annual United States Service Academy Day on Saturday, April 20 from 9-12 at the CCRI Warwick Campus--Room 4080.    You and your family can learn about the exciting opportunities offered by the United States Service Academies and how you may be able to earn a Congressional nomination to attend one of these institutions.    There will be representatives available from each institution available to answer your questions.

For more information you can contact Steven Usler at Senator Reed's office at 4019433100 or Hollie Saunders at Senator Whitehouse's office at 4014535294.

DECA will Bring Back Summer

Mt. Hope High School DECA Marketing Chapter will host a fundraiser, Bring Back Summer Dinner, on Wednesday, March 27th.    The funds will assist eight Mt. Hope students attend the International Career Development Conferences in Anaheim, California from April 23th through APril 27th.  

This conference will allow students to develop leadership skills, explore a variety of career fields, expand resumes and prepare for college and careers.   You can help support these students by attending the dinner.   There will be hot dogs, hamburgers, lemonade and other favorite summertime treats.    There will also be a raffle and a live auction.   

Who doesn't need a bit of summer in a New England March?   Join us in the Mt. Hope High School cafeteria from 5:30-8:00 p.m.    Tickets can be purchased in advance for $5 at all four lunches.   Tickets will also be available for $7 at the door.

Third Quarter Progress Reports

Third quarter progress reports will be distributed to students in homeroom on Friday, March 15th.   If you have any questions about your child's progress, please contact your child's teacher.

Hello Dolly!

The Mt. Hope Masqueraders will perform Hello Dolly from May 9-12.    The school store will sell box office tickets during lunch hours.   Tickets can also be purchased online through the school store website.  

POETRY SLAM

Mt. Hope's 3rd Annual Poetry Slam will be held in the high school cafeteria on Wednesday, March 20th.   If you would like more information, please contact Ms. Mastriano.

Support Local Talent at the Talent Show

The Mt. Hope Talent Show will be held on Monday, March 11th at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium.   The cost of admission is $5.    Mr. Pellerin would like me to remind you that it will last approximately two hours, so that all Bachelor fans will be home in time to watch the finale.

Tons of Scholarships this Week

Greetings!

We received an awesome amount of scholarship information this week.  Many of these are from local organizations.  Thank you.

Community Concerts Series at St. Michael's Music Scholarship
This $1000 is open to a graduating senior who plans to pursue a music-related field at a two or four year college as a full time student.
The complete application is in the guidance office.

Bristol Prevention Coalition
The BPC will give one scholarship to a Mt. Hope students who has demonstrated the most to prevent substance abuse among peers.
The application is due on April 12th.   You can pick up an application in the guidance office.

Deanna M. Brule Educational Fund Scholarship
This will be awarded to a Warren reside who pursues an education in a technical program or a 2 or 4 year institution of higher learning.    Two recipients will receive a $500 scholarship.
The application and criteria can be found in the guidance office.   Completed applications must be postmarked by April 15th.

Rhode Island Association of Admission Officers
Students must be graduates of a RI high school or received a RI GED and be accepted as a first year degree or certificate candidate at an RIAAO institution.    Applications are available in the guidance office.   Applications must be postmarked by June 1, 2013.

Navigant Credit Union
This is open to any graduating senior entering an accredited junior college, college, university or technical institution.   Students must be a member or the immediate family member of a Navigant Credit Union member.   The deadline is May 1st.   Students can find the application at www.navigantcu.org or in the guidance office.  

Advanced Placement Informational Sessions

If your child is interested in taking an Advanced Placement course next school year, please join us for the Advanced Placement informational night on Tuesday, March 12th from 7:00-8:00 in the Mt. Hope High School cafeteria.    You can learn about prerequisites, the course syllabi and expectations for the 12 AP classes that we currently offer.

Open House for Incoming 9th grade students

We will hold our annual Open House for incoming 9th grade students at Mt. Hope High School on Tuesday, March 5th from 6:30-9:00.   At this meeting, families of incoming students can learn about the variety of academic opportunities that we offer at Mt. Hope.

This week's scholarship information---February 15

We received information about scholarships this week.

Matthew Siravo Memorial Scholarship Award
You must be under a doctor's care for Epilepsy.   You must be a RI high school senior applying to or accepted into college.   You can find more information about the requirements at www.mattyfund.org or come by the guidance office.

Alice Sullivan Memorial Fund
The purpose of this scholarship is to provide a scholarship to a female high school student athlete who expresses in an interest in coaching, officiating or athletic administration.  Applications can be found in the high school guidance office.

Shire 2013 ADHD Scholarship Program
The deadline is March 27, 2013.   For information on eligibility requirements, the scholarship application process and more, please visit shireadhdscholarship.com.

NECAP Reports--February 15th

NECAP student/family reports will be distributed to students today in homeroom.    If you have any questions about the report or what it means for your child, please contact your child's guidance counselor.

If your child earned a score of 1 on any of the the tests, Math, Reading or Writing, you will receive a letter from the principal, Mr. Rebello.   In this letter, Mr. Rebello will explain the next steps that we--Mt. Hope High School, the family and the student--must take together in order to bring your child to the level of proficiency required by the Rhode Island Department of Education.    Again, if you have any questions, please contact your child's guidance counselor.

The week after vacation, guidance counselors will meet with students who earned a 1 in order to explain the progress plan.

Scholarship Information February 8

2013 Lighthouse Computer Sciences/Tech Collective Scholarship for Computer Science
The deadline for this scholarship is April 12, 2013.   This a $1000 scholarship for a Rhode Island high school/post secondary students dedicated to pursuing a career in the Information Technology Field.   Additional information and applications can be found in the guidance office.

Rhode Island State Elks offers a scholarship to students planning to pursue a vocational/technical program leading to a two year degree or technical certification.    Applicants must be the child of an Elk in good standing.    The application and information can be found in the guidance office.

The Mario Della Grotta OCD Awareness
Applicants must have diagnosed OCD.   Application must be mailed on or before March 31.    Please come to the guidance office for additional information and application.

People's Credit Union Scholarship
The student or parent must be a member of People's Credit Union.   Students must submit an academic transcript, an essay, a list of volunteer and community activities and a letter of support from a person in authority at a non-profit organization.    Applications are due no later than April 3.  Additional information and applications can be found in the guidance office or online at peoplescu.com

Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Accepting Applications for Seasonal Employment

The Rhode Island DEM is accepting applications for Seasonal/Summer Employment.   It offers seasonal jobs and college internship opportunities within the Agriculture, Fish and Wildlife, Forest Environment, Water Resources and Waste Management for qualified individuals.   There are also several opportunities at state parks, campgrounds and beaches.

Most positions do have an 18 year old minimum age requirement.   However, there are positions for the16-18 year old population.    The scheduled workweek is 40 hours with holidays and weekends a must.   Salaries range from $7.75-$13.75 hourly.   Positions are available April through OCtober.

Applications information can be found in the high school guidance office or http://www.dem.ri.gov/jobs/seasonal.htm.  You can also contact Janice Thurston, Chief Employee Relations Officer at 222-2774, ext. 4602.

School Safety Town Hall

The U.S. Department of Education and National PTA cordially invite you to a School Safety Town Hall with U.S. Secretary Arne Duncan and National PTA President Betsy Landers.    This event is Monday, February 11 from 6:00-7:45 p.m.   It will be held at Classical High School, 770 Westminster Street in Providence.    You must register by February 9th to attend.   Contact jchevalier@pta.org.

Mt. Hope Science Fair

Tomorrow, Mt. Hope will host its annual Science Fair in the cafeteria. The public is invited to see the work of our young scientists at 6 p.m.   Awards will be presented at 6:30 p.m.    We hope to see you there.

Wrestling Team Wants Your Support!!! February 6th

Wednesday, February 6th at 7 p.m. at the Mt. Hope High School Gym

Come support the Mt. Hope Huskies Wrestling team in its quest to bring home the Division 1 South Title against Johnston.    At this point in the season, both teams are tied.   A win in our column means that we would clinch the division title.  Let's fill the stands.   Remember to be LOUD and PROUD!!!

Scholarship Information

Scholarship information

1) Portuguese American Citizens Committee
The applicant must be of Portuguese ethnicity.     You must attach a letter explaining how your Portuguese ethnicity has influenced you.   Additional information and qualifications can be found in the guidance office.   The application is due by April 8.

2) It's My Heart New England CHD Awareness
In order to be eligible, applicants must be diagnosed with a Congenital Heart Defect, be the recipient of a heart transplant, or be a family member of a person with CHD.    Applicant must also be a resident of the New England States, be a high school senior with a GPA of 2.5 or higher, be accepted as a full-time student to an accredited 2 or 4 year college, university or technical school.   Additional information can be found in the high school guidance office.

3) Dunkin Donuts
Applications will be accepted from January 28-Febuary 28.    Applications and informationa are available online at www.dunkindonuts/scholarship.

Report Cards

Report cards were issued to students on Friday.   If you have any questions about your child's progress, please contact the teacher or guidance counselor.

Report Cards Friday

Today is the first day of the 2nd Semester.    Report cards will be distributed to students in homeroom on Friday, February 1.

Institute of Technology Tech Night

New England Institute of Technology is hosting an open house for prospective students on Tuesday, February 5th from 4-8 p.m.   For more information, please visit www.neit.edu/FebTN.

It is not too early to line up summer employment!

The EBCAP Youth Center is preparing for its summer contract.   If you are interested in summer job opportunities, it is important that you enroll as early as possible.   The only eligibility requirements for accessing this service from the youth center are that you are between 14-24 years olds and are a RI resident.   For further information, please contact Amie Carvalho at EBCAP Youth Center.   Ms. Carvalho can be reached via email at carvalhoa@bw.k12.ri.us.

MHHS Seeks Host Families for Visiting Students From China

Mt. Hope will have an opportunity in February to host five students from China during the week of February 4th.    Visiting students will attend Mt. Hope classes during the week.    On such notice, we are looking for host families in the community who will fbe willing to host these students for a total of 4 nights.   

The agency arranging this visit is in the process of considering an extended partnership between MHHS and a secondary school in China.    The international potential that this partnership has for our community could prove to be fascinating.

If you would like to host a student or know of someone who would, please contact the principal, Don Rebello, as soon as possible.

This week's news...

Thank you to the students and families who attended last night's scholarship informational meeting.   The presenter, Ms. Honeycutt, gave us some fantastic information.    As soon as she sends me a power point of the presentation, I will post it on the blog.   

Next Friday marks the end of the second quarter.    Report cards will go home on Friday, February 1st.   

This week's scholarship information...January 18th

This week we received information about three scholarships.   Applications can be found in the Guidance Office.


JP Medeiros Jr.  Memorial Hockey Scholarship

This scholarship is given in memory of JP Medeiros Jr..   He was a member of the Mt. Hope Huskies Hockey Team from 1995-1999.   The foundation of his game was sportsmanship and character.    He taught local youth hockey and tact on the ice.   He was a RI and World Scholar Athlete, as well as a member of the National and RI Honor Societies.   

Students should write a short statement as part of their application.   Students must explain how sportsmanship learned through Mt. Hope Hockey will assist them and their plans after they graduate high school.    More information and the application can be found in the Guidance Office.   The deadline for applying is April 26, 203.

Vincent J. Santo Memorial Scholarship

The Bristol/Mt. Hope Hockey Alumni Association will award 1 $1000 scholarship to an eligible graduating senior hockey player.   The criteria are as follows: active participation in the Mt. Hope High School Hockey Program; strong academic aptitude and acceptance to a post-secondary institution; display sportsmanship/leadership skills in the spirit of the team framework; demonstrate concern for fellow students and/or community at large.    This scholarship is not need based.   Please return completed applications to the Guidance Office by April 26, 2013.

Rhode Island Society of Professional Engineers

This organization is offering a scholarship to high school seniors who wish to pursue a college degree in engineering.    Applications must be received by March 20, 2013.   Applications can be found in the Guidance Office or at www.rispe.org.

Cap and Gowns

If you plan to graduate and participate in the ceremony on June 8th and HAVE NOT ordered your cap and gown, please see Mrs. Costa in the Office of the Deans as soon as possible.  

Katie DeCubellis Memorial Foundation Creative Writing Contest

The Katie DeCubellis Memorial Foundation would like to announce its 10th annual statewide contest involving creative writing.    This year's topic is the following: "Peer Pressure Through Social Media".   The writer must depict a real or fictional situation in which an individual's presence on Facebook or Twitter influenced another's behavior and decision-making for better or worse.    Entries should be mailed to the KDMF Creative Writing Contest, c/o Joel S. Chace, 300 Metro Center Boulevard, Suite 150A, Warwick, RI 02886.

THe deadline is March 29, 2013.   Please visit www.kdmf.org for more information.

This week's scholarship information

We received information about four scholarship opportunities this week.

1) Rhode Island Building Industry Scholarship Fund
There is scholarship money for students interested in pursuing an education in the construction field.  Students may pursue an associate, bachelor or certificate.   The deadline is March 1, 2013.    Additional information is available in the guidance office.  

2) Cox Scholarship Program
Students must demonstrate academic excellence, strong community involvement and a desire to pursue communications, telecommunications, engineering or technology.   The deadline is March 1.   The application can be found in the Guidance Office.

3) The Glen Shorey Memorial Scholarship
Students must be a graduating senior.   Other criteria include 2.8 GPA, financial need, acceptance to a two or four year college or trade school.   Further information can be found in the Guidance Office.  The deadline for this scholarship is April 15, 2013.

To Red Sox Nation...

The Red Sox Foundation is the official team charity of the Boston Red Sox.    Through the Rhode Island Scholarship Program, the Red Sox Foundation will offer a $1000 scholarship to 20 academically talented RI public high school seniors who have demonstrated a commitment to community service.   This scholarship will be available to students pursuing a two-year or four-year degreet at any college, university or trade school.   Students must have a minimum of a B average.    More information is available in the guidance office.   The deadline is March 1.

January 4, 2014 Scholarship Information

Below you will find the new scholarship information that we received in the Guidance Office this week.

1) Desiree Mesolella Art Scholarship 2013--Two $5000 Scholarships Awarded Annually
You must be a RI resident attending a RI high school, a US citizen and have applied to and accepted into a U.S. Department of Education accredited 4 year college or school majoring in an art field.   Please come to the guidance office to pick up information.

2) The Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund 
Complete information can be found at www.phillips-scholarship.org beginning mid-January 2013.  Applications will be submitted online.

3) Hamilton Relay Scholarship
Applicant must be a graduating high school student who is deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind or difficulty speaking.  The deadline is March 1, 2013.   Application materials can be found in the guidance office.

Have a great weekend!

Welcome 2013! Save some dates

Welcome back.    I hope that everyone enjoyed happy holidays and a restorative break.  There are some dates that I would like to share with you.  

January 17th:   The Guidance Department will host a Scholarship Night.    Seniors and families are encouraged to attend.   It will be worthwhile for juniors to attend so that they can start planning for next year.

January 25th:  The end of the second quarter.    Report cards will be distributed on February 1st.

 

Have you been accepted? Congratulations:)

For those of you receiving those hard-earned college acceptance letters, congratulations!   If you would like to allow Mt. Hope to celebrate your accomplishment, please bring in a copy of your letter to your guidance counselor and we will announce it on the HNN.  

Announcement from BWEF

Per the request of the BWEF, I have posted the letter from Jock Hayes, BWEF Board chair.

Dear Friends,

It's likely that you recently received a letter (see attached) from me on behalf of the Bristol Warren Education Foundation (BWEF), appealing for support of our 3rd Annual Drive for Educational Excellence, “Better Together" is the theme for the drive. I want to thank those who have responded with support and encourage those who may be considering a donation.

This drive represents a significant portion of BWEF's annuals fund-raising effort and we are committed to seeing that your donation goes straight to work impacting the lives of the students of Bristol and Warren.

Here are just a couple of examples of BWEF supported programs this year…

• Nature's Classroom - http://www.eastbayri.com/news/kickemuit-students-spend-a-week-in-the-woods/

• POW!Science Night (held in each district elementary school) - http://www.eastbayri.com/news/scientific-discovery-makes-for-great-entertainment-at-guiteras-school/

Here's a look at the more than $43,000 in grants funded by BWEF this year...

• 2012-13 Grants announced - http://www.eastbayri.com/news/schools/bristol-warren-education-foundation-awards-43000-in-grants/

As a direct result of support from people like you students will participate in programs focusing on a range of disciplines such as math, science, filmmaking, literacy, music, art, communication, foreign language, physical education and community building, using both school and community resources. Thanks to strong support from the community through the Annual Drive for Educational Excellence and other fund-raising efforts BWEF is able to continue its support of these world-expanding programs. BWEF has awarded over $125,000 in grants since its inception in 2007.

No gift is too small. Consider this: If each household in Bristol and Warren donated $0.01 per day, that’s right $3.65 a year, BWEF would double its capacity to deliver innovative programs to the classrooms of Bristol and Warren. Now that’s Better Together. 

Please consider making a tax-deductible donation online at http://www.bwedfoundation.org/page/make_donation 

or mail your donation to:

BWEF

PO Box 543

Bristol, RI 02809

Happy Holidays,

Jock Hayes

BWEF Board Chair

www.bwedfoundation.org

info@bwedfoundation.org

Blood Drive on December 14th

The Winter Blood Drive is this Friday, December 14. Students may sign up at lunch on Tuesday or Wednesday.  There are multiple posters around the school with specific information about the requirements.  Also, students may visit www.ribc.org for more information. 

 

The average donation takes around 45 minutes from start to finish. It is safe and confidential.  One pint of blood can help up to three patients.  It is a way for students to help others without involving money.

 

Important Information about the Flu in Rhode Island

The Rhode Island Department of Health has asked that schools post the following information.   I respectfully request that you pass the information along when you can.    Best regards, Jennifer Copeland

 State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations 

 Department of Health 

Three Capitol Hill 

Providence, RI 02908-5097 

401-222-5960 / Ri Relay 711 

www.health.ri.gov 

December 7, 2012 

Dear Parent or Guardian, 

Over the last few days the number of flu cases in Rhode Island has increased greatly. In the past, when the flu has hit Rhode Island this hard at this time of year we faced very severe flu seasons. 

The good news is that the flu vaccine being used this year is very effective. Everyone older than six months of age should be vaccinated against the flu. Flu vaccine will help you stay out of the doctor’s office and the hospital, will help your children stay at school, and will help prevent the spread of the flu in your home. 

Where can you be vaccinated? 

Children and adults can be vaccinated at doctors’ offices or at public clinics. Adults can also be vaccinated at pharmacies (for example, CVS, Rite Aid, or Walgreens). 

For a list of public clinics, visit www.health.ri.gov or call the HEALTH Information Line (401-222-5960 / RI Relay 711). Staff on the HEALTH Information Line can direct you to a clinic where there is no charge for flu vaccination and where health insurance is not required. 

Other important tips to stay healthy 

 Wash your hands often throughout the day. Use warm water and soap. If soap and water are not available, use alcohol-based hand gel. 

 Cough or sneeze into your elbow. Flu is spread through coughing or sneezing on other people or into your hands. Cover your coughs and sneezes to prevent others from getting sick. 

 Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. Germs spread this way. 

 Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious foods. 

If you think you have the flu 

 Check with your doctor. 

 Rest, drink plenty of fluids, and avoid using alcohol, caffeine, and tobacco. 

 Consider using over-the-counter medicines such as Tylenol, ibuprofen, or aspirin to relieve symptoms. Children younger than 19 years old should not be given aspirin to treat the flu. 

 Stay home from work or school until you have been fever-free (temperature less than 100.4ºF/38ºC) for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications. 

If you have any questions about the flu or flu vaccine, call the HEALTH Information Line 

(401-222-5960 / RI Relay 711) or visit www.health.ri.gov. I wish you and your family a happy, healthy holiday season. 

Sincerely, 

Michael Fine, M.D. 

Director of Health