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The Senior BBQ was a huge success today and a round of applause to Lynn Gurrentz. For those of you with up and coming seniors, this is the day the entire senior class has a group photo taken at the football field and then they come back to the cafeteria for an amazing lunch. Teachers cooked hamburgers and hotdogs, and parents provided the amazing array of salads, desserts, bbq ham and just an huge amount of food. Then Lynn hosted a raffle with gift cards and other goodies with donations collected from parents. Lynn and the other parents worked very hard to give these seniors a special day, and we also thank the cafeteria staff, especially Claire, who is always so gracious about sharing her time and providing last minute items from the cafeteria. Kids sure are a hungry bunch!

Hey parents… we don’t have enough people to help out with the Climate Survey and could really use you!!!! Lynn Gurrentz is turning into a one-armed paper hanger here and she needs some help! She only has one person to help her with the Climate Survey (no, its not a weather thing) and she needs a few more parents, so please consider supporting this very important activity… Please call her at 724-733-4565 or at lynngurrentz@comcast.net . Here are the details…

The High School needs parents to oversee students taking a “Building Climate” survey. One of our goals is to make FRHS a better place; free of bullying and harassment. One way to do that is to survey the students. Our Social Studies Departments have volunteered the time to help, but we need parents to oversee the kids, in small groups, while on the computers. We need 1-2 parents in LMC and 1-2 parents in lab upstairs. The shifts will be Monday, October 6th – Friday, October 10th from 7:30 – 11:00 and 11:00 – 2:15. Any time you can volunteer will be greatly appreciated.

A committee is forming to look into installing a permanent roof over the cafeteria patio. As you may know, many of our students enjoy some leisure time outside on the patio during lunch or during study hall. Students brave all kinds of inclement weather year round in exchange for some fresh air and sunshine. A permanent roof would expand the usage of the patio not only for lunch times, but for a whole host of events and educational activities (like the Senior BBQ).

If you are interested in joining the committee please reply to the below address. The committee will probably meet once or twice before setting up a recommendation.

The Yearbook staff is looking for Senior Pictures for the Now and Then spread – So go through your picture boxes and computers and send them in!

All pictures must be in by October 10. Place photo in an envelope so it can be returned and drop it off in Room 225, Ms. Giron's room

College Visits for the remainder of September and College Visits Scheduled for the month of October.

9-29 Period 2 CCAC

9-30 Period 4 Allegheny College

Period 8 University of Colorado at Boulder

10-1 Period 4 Westminster

10-8 Period 4 Carlow University

10-9 Period 3 Gannon

10-10 Period 2 Carnegie Mellon University

Period 9 Juniata

10-13 Period 7 Seton Hill

10-14 Period 5 Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Period 6 Waynesburg

10-16 Period 7 Robert Morris University

10-20 Period 2 Clarion University

Period 3 Mercyhurst University

Period 7 St. Vincent

Period 8 Penn State University

10-21 Period 2 Point Park University

Period 4 John Carroll University

10-22 Period 6 St. Francis

10-23 Period 5 Duquesne University

10-27 Period 8 Kent State University

10-28 Period 5 California University of Pennsylvania

Period 9 University of Akron

10-29 Period 2 Gannon University

Harvard College will be holding an information session at the Allegheny Harvard Yale Princeton Club on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 from 6:30 - 8:00 pm

FRSH Swim/Dive Team To Hold Basket Bingo Fundraiser

The FRSH Swimming & Diving Boosters are sponsoring a basket bingo fundraiser featuring Longaberger Products on Saturday, November 1, in the FR Senior High School Cafeteria. Doors open at 12:00 noon and the games begin at 1:00 pm. There will be games of bingo, door prizes, raffles and refreshments. Contact any swimmer or diver from the tickets. Tickets are also available by contacting Lynda Conklin, Booster Treasurer, 724 327-2917. Thank you for your support!

The East Suburban Family YMCA is organizing a basketball league for all students in grades 9 - 12. Registration will begin on Saturday, October 11, 2008 at the East Suburban Family YMCA. For more information, flyers are available in the front office

There will be a key club meeting on Tuesday October 7 after school in room 234. Please let Mrs. Know today if you are working the Food Pantry on Tuesday Attention Key Club members. The date for the food pantry is Tuesday October 7 from 5:30 to 8pm. Please see Mrs. Koury if you would like to participate even if you signed up last week

The FR Cheerleading Boosters will be in the Cafeteria during all lunch periods for the Class of 2012 hoodie signing. Please stop by the tables across from the vending machines to make sure your signature is on the shirt. No purchase is necessary, but ALL Freshmen are encouraged to sign the shirt. WE hope to have everyone included on the hoodie. Order forms will be available at the time of signing and also in the school office. Payment is due with the orders.

The hoodies will be light grey with blue printing, the back of the hoodie will feature the words FRANKLIN REGIONAL "CLASS OF 2012" surrounding a Panther design. The goal is to have each member of the Freshman Class sign the design. The Cheerleader Boosters will be in the High School for three days, Oct. 2, 3, and 6 during all lunch periods to gather signatures and take orders. No purchase is necessary, but all Freshman are encouraged to stop by and sign the hoodie design.

The students also have the option to have their hoodies personalized by having one name embroidered on the sleeve of the hoodie.

The deadline for the sale is October 24. Any questions regarding the sale, please call Debi at 724-387-1227.

Come to cheer on the Cow to make a "deposit" while enjoying fun crafts, delectable cake walk, games & prizes, basket auction, food and entertainment (D.J. & Local Bands).

If you don't have your Bingo tickets yet (you could win $8,000) contact any band member or Laurie Gardia at (724) 325-6371.

Come to Cow Pattie Bingo and Support the FR Band as they make the March to Macy’s!

FR Lacrosse Club is selling their Stadium Seats for only $20. They are navy blue with a panther imprint on them. They open up and have a back support along with a pocket for cell phones, game programs, etc. They are great for all of your sporting events. If you are interested please contact Mary Jo Owens 724-327-4003/ MaryJo@JimOwens.com to get yours today!!

There will be a start up meeting for the Gay - Straight Alliance on Tuesday, October 7 in Room 119. If you would like to participate in the club, but cannot come to the meeting, please see Mr. Rust in the Chorus Room or Mr. Sunny in Room 119

Anyone who signed up for Mathletes should stop by Mr. Boggs's Room (242) to pick up a permission slip for this year's away events. The first competition for the season is on October 27 at Kiski, so permission slips must be turned in by Monday, October 13 to ensure you have a place on the bus

The Panthers will face off against the Greensburg Central Catholic Centurions in the semi-finals of the GCC Fall Tournament at the Nevin Arena on Monday, October 6, 2008. Game time is at 7:15 P.M. See you there !!!

I have more great info coming, but that’s all I could fit into this issue. Also, a form was sent out to all parents of Seniors who want to place an ad in the Quill and put a writeup next to your child’s baby picture. The cost for this ad is $50 and must be sent in by October 17^th. I have scanned in the form on my computer and will send it at your request. If you have a senior and need a form, send me a email and put the words Quill Form in the subject line.

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