Tuesday, March 5, 2013
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.
Friday, March 1, 2013
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.
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.
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
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.
Friday, February 15, 2013
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.
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.
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.
Friday, February 8, 2013
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
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
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
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.
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
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
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.
Monday, February 4, 2013
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!!!
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.
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.
Monday, January 28, 2013
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.
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
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.
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.
Friday, January 18, 2013
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.
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.
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.
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