Fluvanna County High School

JUNIORS & SENIORS Fluvanna County Administrative Offices in conjunction with Fluvanna County High School have developed a PAID internship program for Juniors and Seniors who are interested in learning how our county's public offices operate. The first two internship programs are for an Information Technology intern and a Building Inspections intern. Virginia state employment applications must be completed in order to apply for these positions. The application can be found at https://jobs.state.va.us/appempv2.pdf and must be submitted to the Guidance office by November 5, 2007. If you would like more information regarding these internships descriptions and the application process, please see Ms. Lewis in Guidance.

STUDENTS Anybody interested in running Indoor track practice will begin Nov.12th. You must have a physical before participating. If you have any question stop by Coach Brogan's room #202.

BOYS BASKETBALL Any boy interested in trying out for boy’s basketball must have a physical turned in to Coach Rateau or Coach Ward by Monday, November 5th. No exceptions will be made.

SENIORS if you do not turn in your senior formal photo by November 5th, you will not be placed in the 2007-2008 yearbook. We have passed our deadline for senior photos, and we cannot hold off on submitting the photos any longer. Please be a part of this year's all-color yearbook in which senior photos will be glossed and featured.

BOYS SOCCER There will be a meeting during clubs on Wednesday, November 7, 2007 for anyone interested in playing or managing boy’s soccer in the spring. If you want to play it is important that you attend the meeting. Sign up with Coach Morrison in room 223 on or before Tuesday, November 6th.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Any girl interested in trying out for basketball needs to have a physical turned in to Coach White by November 9th. Physicals will not be accepted after the 9th.

STUDENTS SOL camp will begin on November 7th. You received a permission slip with your report card. Turn in your SOL camp form to your teacher or Mrs. Blevins. You may sign up for one or two subjects. Each subject runs for 6 days.

ANYONE TRYING OUT FOR WRESTLING @ FCHS If you are trying out for the wrestling team at FCHS you must have your body fat tested before tryouts start on November 12th. Testing will during 1st, 3rd, or 4th blocks and will begin on OCTOBER 29th and continue through November 12th. See Trainer Davis for a pass to get out of class. Make sure you drink plenty of water throughout the day, if you are too dehydrated you cannot be tested. Any questions see Trainer Davis

SWIM TEAM Anyone interested in swimming this year on the phenomenal Fluvanna County High School Swim Team MUST see Coach Banton or Coach Small by November 8th. A physical must be submitted and you must be on "the list" to participate. Practice begins November 12th at FUMA!

ACE The first practice will be Monday, November 5th, 2nd practice is Wednesday, November 7th. Practices will be from 3:30 until 5 p.m. Please attend one of these practices if you would like to be on the team. See Mr. Small in room 228 with any questions or concerns.

FOOD DRIVE FCHS will be having a food drive from now until November 20th. The SGA will have a pizza party for the winning class. So bring in tons of cans for our local food bank. Bring cans into your second period teacher.

POWDER PUFF T SHIRTS If you are signed up to play Powder Puff, t-shirts will be on sale for $12.00 until Thursday, November 1st. You can give your money to one of the class officers. If you don't pay by Thursday you will not be able to play.

SOFTBALL There will be a meeting during clubs on Wednesday November 7th for anyone interested in softball. Please sign up in Coach Ward's room 214 by Friday. Winter conditioning will start Tuesday, November 6th at 3:45 -5:15 at the middle school. Conditioning will be Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. See Coach Brown in room 309 if you have any questions.

THOSE STUDENTS ON HONOR ROLL FOR FIRST NINE WEEKS There will be an ice cream social on November 8th at the end of the day. Don't forget that in addition to good grades, you must also be in "good standing" to be on honor roll. The list of students meeting these criteria is on the bulletin board near the main lobby. Your teachers also have the list.

STUDENTS If the volleyball team wins on Tuesday, November 6th a pep bus will be going to the second round of the regional volleyball tournament at Loudoun County High School on Thursday, November 8th. We are planning for the pep bus now. Travel forms are available from Mr. Rose in room 217 or Ms. White in room 229 for students who wish to ride the bus to go support our team. The cost of the trip is five dollars plus money for game admission and food. Forms and money are due to Mr. Rose or Ms. White by 3:25 on Wednesday, November 7th. Space is limited and will be first come, first served. Get out and support your Flucos!

THE FOLLOWING STUDENTS need to see Mrs. Morton in room 238:

Freshmen Powderpuff football players and coaches--- we need your t-shirt size by Friday (11/2)! Please give your size to Cat Arnold or Mrs. Johnson by Friday. This is a change because the company needs to order the correct sizes. Please get your shirt size to them by Friday. The money for the shirts is still due by Monday if you want to play! If you need information about shirts and/or practices see Cat or Mrs. Johnson in room 110---they would love to have all freshmen girls join the team

Student and Parent Evening Attention all Students and Parents - Just a reminder!! If you would like information about college options and financial aid? If you would like to talk to College Admission Counselors from Longwood and UVA and military recruiters? Then come to the FCHS Media Center at 7:00 pm on Nov. 8.

NOVEMBER 2

STUDENTS Anybody interested in running Indoor track practice will begin Nov.12th. You must have a physical before participating. If you have any question stop by Coach Brogan's room #202.

BOYS BASKETBALL Any boy interested in trying out for boy’s basketball must have a physical turned in to Coach Rateau or Coach Ward by Monday, November 5th. No exceptions will be made.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Any girl interested in trying out for basketball needs to have a physical turned in to Coach White by November 9th. Physicals will not be accepted after the 9th.

Freshmen Powderpuff football players and coaches---- we need your t-shirt size by Friday (11/2)! Please give your size to Cat Arnold or Mrs. Johnson by Friday. This is a change because the company needs to order the correct sizes. Please get your shirt size to them by Friday. The money for the shirts is still due by Monday if you want to play! If you need information about shirts and/or practices see Cat or Mrs. Johnson in room 110---they would love to have all freshmen girls join the team

THANKFUL BOOKS CONTEST Visit the FCHS library and enter the "Thankful Books" contest. Reading a book can sometimes make you thankful for things you have. If you have read a book like that, please enter the "Thankful books" contest. The winner will receive a jar of candy. The contest ends Tuesday, November 29th.

CONGRATULATIONS to Melissa Messier she placed 13th in the Regional Cross Country meet yesterday in Winchester and advances to the state meet next Saturday, November 10th at Great Meadows. Any boy or girl cross country team member that would like to practice with her next week, please see Coach Brogan.

CROSS COUNTRY All boys cross country team members please return your uniform to Coach Brogan as soon as possible. Three female students - you need to return your cross country uniform to Coach Brogan.

CROSS COUNTRY Any cross country member who ordered a District Cross Country t-shirt see Ms. Brogan.

GIRLS BASKETBALL try-outs will be November 13th, right after school. This is a change!!!

CONGRATULATIONS to the varsity volleyball team for a big win over Monticello last night. The JV & Varsity will be playing Western for the District Championship on Saturday at 6 p.m. Please come out and support the teams.

REGIONAL TOURNAMENT The varsity volleyball team will host the first round of the Regional Tournament on Tuesday at 7 p.m. Please come out and pack the gym!!!

Student and Parent Evening Attention all Students and Parents Ð Just a reminder!! If you would like information about college options and financial aid? If you would like to talk to College Admission Counselors from Longwood and UVA and military recruiters? Then come to the FCHS Media Center at 7:00 pm on Nov. 8.

NOVEMBER 8

GIRLS BASKETBALL Any girl interested in trying out for basketball needs to have a physical turned in to Coach White by November 9th. Physicals will not be accepted after the 9th.

INDOOR TRACK This is a change Indoor Track practice will begin Monday, November 12th.

EARLY DISMISSALS Students please remember you must bring in a note for early dismissals. Please do not tell your parents to call the front office. Bring a note to the attendance office before school starts.

Students auditioning for all district chorus please come to the choir room during study hall. We will leave FCHS at 1:30 on Saturday and return at 5:00

POWDER PUFF The Powder Puff game is rescheduled for Friday the 16th at 4 p.m. at Costello Stadium.

FOOD DRIVE Can food drive ends November 20th. There will be a pizza party for the top 3 classes. 1st place - Mrs. Banton, 2nd place - Mrs. Jennings; 3rd place - teacher requested to remain anonymous

Freshmen class officers and advisory committee Freshmen class officers and advisory committee is meeting after school on Monday until 4:30. We will be discussing and making plans for this year’s fundraiser. If you are a freshman and interested in being a part of this planning come join us in room 110 on Monday afternoon.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL We will have an ice cream social at the end of the day today for students that made honor roll for the first nine weeks. Only those students on the list should be released from class.

Student and Parent Evening Attention all Students and Parents Just a reminder!! If you would like information about college options and financial aid? If you would like to talk to College Admission Counselors from Longwood and UVA and military recruiters? Then come to the FCHS Media Center at 7:00 pm on Nov. 8.

NOVEMBER 9

STUDENTS All 10th graders who signed up to play or coach the Powder-Puff team must turn in their T-shirt money to Mr. Miller no later than Monday November 12th. The cost for the shirt is $16.00.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Any girl interested in trying out for basketball needs to have a physical turned in to Coach White by November 9th. Physicals will not be accepted after the 9th.

INDOOR TRACK This is a change Indoor Track practice will begin Monday, November 12th.

Students auditioning for all district chorus please come to the choir room during study hall. We will leave FCHS at 1:30 on Saturday and return at 5:00

POWDER PUFF The Powder Puff game is rescheduled for Friday the 16th at 4 p.m. at Costello Stadium.

BAND Band Students interested in auditioning for All District Band must see Mr. Burns immediately for audition information. Auditions will be held at Jack Jouett Middle School on Saturday, Dec. 8,

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Mrs. McCauley!!!

HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY to Ms. Coleman (art teacher)!

FOOD DRIVE We have collected 342 items. The place standings as of November 8th are as follows: 1st place - anonymous 2nd place - Ms. Jennings 3rd place - Ms. Banton Keep the food coming!

NOVEMBER 12

STUDENTS All 10th graders who signed up to play or coach the Powder-Puff team must turn in their T-shirt money to Mr. Miller no later than Monday November 12th. The cost for the shirt is $16.00.

INDOOR TRACK This is a change Indoor Track practice will begin Monday, November 12th.

FOOD DRIVE The can food drive is making progress. Remember that the top three classes will win a pizza party! You have until November 20th. The standings are as follows: 1st place is Ms. Jennings; 2nd place has asked to remain anonymous; 3rd place is Mrs. Banton. Please make sure the food you bring in isn't expired. Check the date!

CONGRATULATIONS to Melissa Messier! She placed 29th out of 133 runners in the State Cross Country meet. She broke 20 min and ran a 19:48 for 3.1 miles. She is also ranked 2nd in the Central Virginia Coaching Poll. Excellent season!

SOL RETESTERS remember the attendance requirement of 4 days at camp before you can take the test. See Ms. Elliott if you have concerns.

WINTER BASKETBALL TRYOUTS will start Wednesday, November 14th at 3:40 in the cafeteria. Please sign up with Mr. Howard or Ms. Holland if you are interested. You must have a physical current to tryout.

ALL WRESTLERS must meet Coach Morris at 3:40 in front of the gym.

NOVEMBER 13

WINTER BASKETBALL CHEERLEADING TRYOUTS will start Wednesday, November 14th at 3:40 in the cafeteria. Please sign up with Mr. Howard or Ms. Holland if you are interested. You must have a physical current to tryout.

CANNED FOOD DRIVE Remember canned food drive is on until November 20th. Top 3 classes get a pizza party. 1st - Mrs. Banton; 2nd - Mrs. Jennings; 3rd - Mrs. Anonymous.

POWDER PUFF There will be a Powder Puff Pre-game Dodge ball competition on Friday, November 16th. Anyone that wants to come and watch your Lady Flucos dip and dodge can come for $1. All tickets will be sold during lunches for $1. Come out and help your team get pumped!

SOFTBALL There will be a softball pitcher and catcher clinic held on December 4, 5, 6. If you are interested please see Coach Brown (room 309) or Coach Mayes (room 310) and pick up a form. You may also pick up a form in the main office.

STUDENTS The holidays are a happy time for most of us. Could you find it in your heart to help make someone else's holiday nice? There is a box in the main office for "Toys for Tots." Please donate New or gently used toys, games or books. Thank you in advance!

Any JV football player trying out for Boys Basketball needs to be at tryouts tomorrow (Wednesday) after you turn in your football stuff. If you have questions see Coach Ward.

Sophomore Powder-puff There will be a sophomore powder-puff meeting in room 407 during clubs tomorrow. There will also be a practice from 3:45-4:45 Thursday, Wednesdays practice has been cancelled. All players and coaches should meet outside the annex building for practice. Any player who has not paid for their shirt need to turn in their money to Mr. Miller ASAP, the cost is 16.00 dollars.

NOVEMBER 14

POWDER PUFF There will be a Powder Puff Pre-game Dodgeball competition on Friday, November 16th. Anyone that wants to come and watch your Lady Flucos dip and dodge can come for $1. All tickets will be sold during lunches for $1. Come out and help your team get pumped!

Students Attention Junior class males! We are looking for powder puff cheerleaders. MALE ONLY! If you are interested please contact: Felix Marte, Darlene Sacco, Alysha Wilkins, or Hugh Blanchetti. Come out, cheer on, and support your junior class powder puff players.

BETA CLUB Advent calendars and bonbons candy are in. Please stop by room 233 to get items to sell.

NOVEMBER 15

Piano and Guitar recital On Thursday December 6th the Choral Department will present a Piano and Guitar recital. The performance will feature all of FCHS's Piano and Guitar students as well as Madrigals. It will be held in Central Auditorium and will begin at 7:30 pm. Come out and enjoy.

Congratulations to the following choral member on their successful audition for All-District Chorus. Jessica Lawrence Hannah Scruggs Sarah Peterson Caris Frazier Casey Hart Chris Keller Ethan Bullock

Madrigals Please see Mr. Scruggs Today in regards to Monday's after-school practice.

ANYONE TRYING OUT FOR CHEERLEADING Please do not forget to give your evaluation sheets to one of your teachers. This is part of your score and HAS to be in by Friday at 3:30 PM. You need to give the teacher enough time to fill it out so please get it in. If you do not have your copy see Mr. Howard in Room 237.

STUDENTS The final picture make up s are on Friday, November 16th from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

STUDENTS The following students need to see Ms. Calhoun today: Eddie Boteler, Caris Frazier, Matt Shepherd, Mariah Wesely, and Olivia Winston.

JV GIRLS BASKETBALL PLAYERS report to room 238 for study hall today after school.

FCHS ACADEMIC TEAM would like to thank Mr. Howard, Mr. Koczan, and Ms. White for helping us to host a successful Scholastic Bowl Competition last night.

Sophomore Powder-Puff Sophomore Powder Puff will practice today from 3:45-5:15 we will meet outside the Annex building

NOVEMBER 16

SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS Today is the last day to see Ms. Bright if you are interested in the Summer Residential Governor's School for Visual and Performing Arts.

Piano and Guitar recital On Thursday December 6th the Choral Department will present a Piano and Guitar recital. The performance will feature all of FCHS’s Piano and Guitar students as well as Madrigals. It will be held in Central Auditorium and will begin at 7:30 pm. Come out and enjoy.

FIELD TRIP Please add Nathan Broaddus to today's fieldtrip to Richmond to see Macbeth.

DODGEBALL Players and coaches should be released to report to the gym at 2:45. Students who paid to attend the dodgeball game will be called to the gym over the intercom at 2:50 p.m.

All FCA members who have signed up to go to the JMU football game need to see Coach Blaha or Coach Ward today.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Ms. Watkins on Sunday

NOVEMBER 19

ACE/ACEDEMIC TEAM No practice after school today.

NOVEMBER 20

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MR. BARLOW on Thursday Nov. 22

Congratulations to the Marching Flucos on their upswing in momentum for the last week of the competitive season. Your marching flucos finished in sixth place at Giants stadium, on Saturday November 10th against 8 bands in the group I Open class. Then on Friday the 16th, Fluvanna powered up to fourth place at the National Championships with a score of 92.575 against 11 competitors. Fluvanna also finished 3rd in color guard, and 2nd in percussion. This marks the end of a memorable season for the Marching Flucos. A lot of hard work from the students, parents, and staff went into this production. Many thanks to all who made this season possible. Special thanks go out to our sound man Mr. Holding. You are in our thoughts and prayers, and we wish you a speedy recovery.

ATTENTION STUDENTS INTERESTED IN WINTER GUARD. There will be two mandatory meetings for the Fluvanna County High School Winter Guard on MONDAY, November 26th and WEDNESDAY, November 28th. The meetings will be after school until 5:45 in the band room. DRESS FOR REHEARSAL! Membership is open to all FCHS and Fluvanna Middle School students, but there will be an audition. If you have any questions, see Mr. Burns.

BETA CLUB is selling strawberry bonbon candy and Advent calendars. Teachers with young children may be interested in the Advent calendars. Profits go to the Ronald McDonald House and the Salvation Army Angel Tree.

NOVEMBER 26

BOYS BASKETBALL The Flucos open the basketball season at home against Madison County in the Foundation Game. JV game starts at 6 p.m. followed by the varsity game. Come out and cheer the Flucos to a victory.

MADRIGAL STUDENTS Reminder, we will practice today 3:30 - 5 p.m. to prepare for our upcoming performances.

NOVEMBER 27

BOYS BASKETBALL The Flucos open the basketball season at home against Madison County in the Foundation Game tonight. JV game starts at 6 p.m. followed by the varsity game. Come out and cheer the Flucos to a victory.

Seniors: The time has come to order senior t-shirts, long sleeve tees, and sweatshirts. Order forms are available from your senior class officers and are in the senior lounge. The forms and money can be turned in to Ms. Holt, Ms. Grandstaff, Coach Morris, or Coach Davis, and is due by Friday December 7. There is a minimum number that must be purchased, so don’t delay and get your forms and money in as soon as possible.

SWIMMERS This is a change - there will be practice Thursday, November 29th from 7:30-9 p.m.

NOVEMBER 28

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MS. KIZER!!!

STUDENTS Important message to students - Students with more than 10 unexcused absences who have failed their courses due to excessive absenteeism may initiate an appeals process. The request for an appeal must be made in writing using the appropriate form which can be obtained from Ms. Brown in the attendance office, Ms. Magner, and Mr. Scales. All appeals must be received no later than the end of the school day on Friday, 12/7. Appeal forms received after the deadline will not be considered.

SWIM TEAM There will be practice on Thursday at 7:30 in stead of 7:15.

STUDENTS The Key Club is helping collect Toys for Tots. There is a collection box in the main office or you can bring your donations to room 111. Thank you for being generous this holiday.

SOL TRAINING will be December 4th during planning. Look for an email soon.

BETA CLUB MEMBERS AND STUDENTS Advent calendars with chocolates now for sale for $2.00. Buy one now in room 233 or see a Beta club member.
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Madrigals will meet during clubs today, please remember to be present.

NOVEMBER 29

STUDENTS important message to students - Students with more than 10 unexcused absences who have failed their courses due to excessive absenteeism may initiate an appeals process. The request for an appeal must be made in writing using the appropriate form which can be obtained from Ms. Brown in the attendance office, Ms. Magner, and Mr. Scales. All appeals must be received no later than the end of the school day on Friday, 12/7. Appeal forms received after the deadline will not be considered.

STUDENTS The Key Club is helping collect Toys for Tots. There is a collection box in the main office or you can bring your donations to room 111. Thank you for being generous this holiday.

BETA CLUB MEMBERS AND STUDENTS Advent calendars with chocolates now for sale for $2.00. Buy one now in room 233 or see a Beta club member.

NOVEMBER 30

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ON SUNDAY TO MS. BECKENSTEIN!!

STUDENTS The Key Club is helping collect Toys for Tots. There is a collection box in the main office or you can bring your donations to room 111. Thank you for being generous this holiday.