High School Test Time

With April a day away, it is test time for every school in the great state of Oklahoma. EOI... three letters that a lot of students do not look forward to every school year, but here at Fox, the teachers have been working hard to prepare the students to do as good as they can on their EOI tests. We asked a few of the high school teachers what they have been doing to prepare the students for the tests and here are some of their responses: Mrs. Smart: "The 8th grade does Orchard in for math. It is a good program that is tough, but it helps them out." Ms. Crawshaw: "Wednesday and Thursday the 7th grade does Orchard for reading. Facs I, and Fac II takes EOI. Coach Butler: "We are going over old test some times going through chapter (highlights of the chapter)." Mrs. Kinsey: "Doing Buckledown! Lots of writing and practice tests." Mr. Sheperd: "Doing lots and lots of practice EOI tests." Mr. McCartney: "Looking at all the past state test from the Department of Education." The EOI tests start in April and go until school gets out in May. Good luck, Fox students!

Fox FCCLA Blood Drive

By Claudia

The FCCLA blood drive will be April 5, 2011, which will be Tuesday of next week. We hope you will help out and give blood. Remember, if you are under the age of 18 you have to have a parents signature (see Ms.Crawshaw for the paper). They will be here between the time of 1:30PM and 5:30PM. When you give blood you get a free T-shirt, Health Screening, and Donor Reward Points. All FCCLA members do not forget that if you have at least four people come and at least try to give blood there will be a pizza party for you.

We hope everyone who can, will come out and donate!!!!

Fort Washita Field Trip

By Mayara Carreiro and Jessica Schmidt

Today, the 5th and 6th grades will go to Fort Washita. There, the kids will make a trip back in time by seeing how people in the 1700s traded things without currency.
The kids will learn everything about those times and when they are finished, they will take a tour through Fort Washita!

So kids enjoy your trip back in time!

Bullying Assembly

By Miami and Catie

Bullying is a big problem in a lot of high schools, but believe me it is not tolerated. Judy Cavener from the Carter County Health Department is having seminars all around the area to help prevent the problem of bullying. This time she visited Fox.
All kids from 9th through 12th grades attended her assembly. Even if bullying is not a big problem in our school compared to larger schools, kids still learn a lot from her program. The assembly was on Tuesday and lasted about an hour and a half. She gave the students her own example about bullying and also showed a video. The story was about a boy that was bullied at high school. The visual example helped kids realize even more how bullying can not only effect the victims involved, but the person doing the bullying's life as well.

ACT Deadline

The deadline for the June 11th ACT is May 6th. Do not procrastinate and wait until the last minute to sign up for ACT!

Monday Diamond Results

The high school softball girls beat Crooked Oak yesterday to pick up their first victory of the season. Way to go, girls! The baseball team dropped their game at Turner putting their record at 3-5.

The Carter County Retired Educators' Association Scholarship

The Carter County Retired Educators' Association would like to give a $500 Scholarship to a deserving senior student from a Carter County high school. They will give the scholarship to an applicant who plans to pursue an education major with the final decision based on the applicant's grade point and ACT score.

Students should fill out the application by April 1, 2011.

Any questions, you should contact Mrs.Pevehouse in the counselor's office at 580-673-2018.

Upcoming Scholarships

Due dates for scholarships are coming up. The John T. Liebrand Memorial Scholarship due date is April 1st. Students must complete all questions on the application and include the following information or the application will be denied.

1. High School transcript(must include senior year 1st semester grades)
2. Three letters of recommendation.
3. Official documentation of an ACT or SAT score.
4. Total number of family members and gross income.

The Ardmore Chapter of Desk and Derrick strongly support education in our community and each year their chapter presents a $500.00 scholarship to a deserving high school graduate. The deadline for the application will be April 15, 2011.

The Arbuckle Charter Chapter of the American Business Women's Association Scholarship Committee is also coming up. The deadline is April 20, 2011.

For more information contact the counselor's office at 580-673-2018

3rd & 4th Grade EOI Testing

By Kaylee Schier and Tyler Townsend

On April 13th and 14th the 3rd and 4th graders will be taking written EOI tests over reading and math.

Mrs. Morse's 3rd grade class is studying by doing Buckle Down, reading, Orchard, and accelerated math. Mrs. Morse said, "I'm not quite ready for the test, but I'm ready for them to be over."

Ms. Norton's 4th grade class is studying by doing Buckle Down and focusing on reading and math.

The 3rd and 4th graders are working very hard on trying to achieve higher scores. Good Luck on the tests!

CARTER COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP

The Carter County Bar Association will be awarding three $1,000 scholarships for use in the Fall of 2011 at a college or university within the State of Oklahoma. High School Seniors residing the Carter County and attending a high school located in Carter count are eligible.

REQUIREMENTS:

Any interested Senior should submit:

a.) high school transcript

b.) resume of activities, in and out of school, which exemplify leadership and character

c.) essay on one of the following topics:

*Should teenagers be subject to criminal prosecution for posting indecent material on social websites

*Should a Board of Education be allowed to require mandatory drug testing for all students?

The essay should be no more than five (5) pages, type-written, double-spaced on 8 1/2 x 11 paper. The type-face should be either Times New Roman or Arial in 12 point type.

DEADLINE:

April 1, 2011

If any question please contact the Counselor's Office 580-673-2018

The Greater Ardmore Scholarship Foundation (GASF)

The Greater Ardmore Scholarship Foundation (GASF)

Contact Mrs. Pevehouse for more information at 580-673-2018

No later than April 20^th.

Please check the boxes as attachments are added:

- High School Transcript

- Copy of ACT Results

- Listing of Awards and Club Memberships

- Letter of Admission from the school you will be attending

- Character recommendation from two adults (other than family members) who know you well

- Parent’s 1040 Tax Statement from the immediate prior year.

Note: No applications will be accepted after April 20^th. Every student must submit this entire application and sign the agreement before being admitted as a candidate into the scholarship program.

Trike-A-Thon

The Pre-K raised $600 in their annual Trike-A-Thon Mrs. Sims holds every school year. Way to go Preschoolers!

The Week's Events

Monday Spring Picture Day Baseball @ Turner 4PM Softball vs Crooked Oak Tuesday FCCLA Meeting Bullying Program @ 10AM Softball vs Turner Thursday Scholastic Meet JH Track @ Velma Baseball @ Bray-Doyle 4:30PM 5th & 6th SCOBDA 5th & 6th field trip to Ft. Washita FFA Judging Contest Saturday HS Track @ Comanche

Breakfast and Lunch Menu

Monday
Lunch - Tacos, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cheese, Pinto Beans, Corn, Apple Crisp, Milk

Tuesday
Breakfast - Waffles, Bacon, Syrup, Juice, Milk
Lunch - Chicken Nuggets, Mashed Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole, Hot Roll, Peaches, Milk

Wednesday
Breakfast - Oatmeal, Bacon, Cinnamon Toast, Fruit, Juice, Milk
Lunch - Pig in a Blanket, Black Eyed Peas, Oven Fried Potatoes, Banana Pudding, Milk

Thursday
Breakfast - French Toast Stick, Syrup, Juice, Milk
Lunch - Ham & Cheese, Baked Potatoes, Combo Salad, Crackers, Banana Pudding, Milk

Friday
Breakfast - Pancakes, Bacon, Syrup, Juice, Milk
Lunch - Chili Cheese Dog, French Fries, Corn, Chocolate Cake, Milk