This Week at Pearce - September 15 - September 21

academic news

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PSAT TESTING - IMPORTANT INFO!!!!

On Wednesday, October 15, all PHS students will follow a testing schedule. On this date all 10^th graders will take the PSAT. In addition, 11^th graders who sign up and pay $13 will also take the PSAT.  Juniors not taking the PSAT will take an alternative test. Remember, ALL juniors and sophomores will be testing that day.

 

Ninth graders will also report to PHS at the regular time for a morning of math activities. Seniors must be at school by 12:15 p.m.

 

Sign-up for juniors to take the PSAT will occur Sept. 24, 25, and 26 during lunch outside the corral. Only EXACT CASH  in the amount of $13 will be accepted.

 

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September College Visits:

for a complete list of colleges visiting the Pearce Campus during September, please click here

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Richardson ISD College Fair 2008

@ the University of Texas at Dallas

 800 West Campbell, Richardson, TX

Richardson Independent School District is gearing up for its annual College Fair to be held on the University of Texas at Dallas Campus on Saturday, September, 20^th 2008.

More than 200 colleges and universities from around the country will have representatives available to meet with Richardson parents and students. 

In addition, a variety of educational sessions are planned to allow participants to delve into the world of Financial Aid, NCAA, Essay Writing, Students with Disabilities and much, much, more.  These sessions will be held from 4:15 –5:00 and from 5:15 to 6:00.  A complete list of educational sessions including the locations of each session will be on the RISD website September 1. 

College representatives will be in the UTD Activities Center. The educational sessions will be held in adjacent buildings.  Doors open at 4:00 for the sessions and at 5:00 for visiting with college representatives.  Bus service will also be provided throughout the evening. 

Mark your calendars now and plan to attend this great community event sponsored by Richardson ISD, University of Texas at Dallas, and the RISD Council of PTAs.  Check the RISD website in September for updated College Fair information.

 

Hope to see you there!

 

For a list of speakers click here.  For the bus schedule click here.

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National Merit Semifinalists Announced

Richardson Independent School District has announced that 9 seniors have been named National Merit Semifinalists for the 2008-2009 academic year, making them eligible for consideration to receive a National Merit Scholarship.

The students represent some of the top academic performers in the United States.

More than 1.4 million juniors in nearly 21,000 high schools entered the 2008 National Merit Program by taking the 2005 PSAT which serves as the initial screen of program entrants. They represent less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors and the highest scoring entrants in each state.

The number of semifinalists in a state is proportional to the state’s percentage of the national total of graduating seniors.

“These outstanding 20students deserve congratulations for a job well done,” said RISD Superintendent Dr. David Simmons. “To be named among the best is a great boost for them in anticipation of their college years ahead. The district is proud of them.”

Students enter the National Merit competition by scoring well on PSAT tests, usually taken junior year, and advance in the program based on their skills, accomplishments and subsequent SAT scores. These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition to receive one or more of 8,200 merit scholarships worth more than $30 million.

Richardson ISD’s 2008-2009 National Merit Semifinalists

Drew Albert, Pearce HS
James Anderson, Pearce HS
Alex Devine, Pearce HS
Alexandru Firan, Pearce HS
Young Lee, Pearce HS
Hua, Lee, Pearce HS
Kevin Wang, Lake Highlands HS
Andrew Weinberger, Lake Highlands HS
Matthew Weir, Pearce HS

Approximately 90 percent of semifinalists are expected to be named National Merit Finalists in February.

 

For more information, please visit www.nationalmerit.org.

 

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RISD Prep Course for the SAT test

The RISD SAT course is designed to provide complete preparation for the SAT.  The course includes actual test simulation, fundamental skills review, classroom strategies review, practice tests, and guidance on time management.  Classes are available at Pearce on Mondays beginning 9/15 from 4:15 TO 6:15.  To register call 469-593-7414 or see your counselor. 

Fine arts at JJ Pearce ( Band, Choir, Orchestra, theater)

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Attention all Students:

The annual RIVAL SHIRTS go on sale Monday in front of the cafeteria and the corral during all lunches. Don't forget to bring your $10, they will be on sale Monday thru Friday or until they are all gone! Come early they sell out every year, you don't won't to miss getting yours!

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PEARCE ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB MEMBERSHIP 2008-2009

It's not too late to join the Pearce Athletic Booster Club and support YOUR Sport this school year!

A portion of each Membership/Pearce Pride level financially supports your choice of a Sports Team, Pacesetters, Band, Wranglers or Mustang Stampede. In addition, $5 of each membership funds a scholarship for a 2009 Male and Female Pearce Graduate headed to college. Become a part of this worthy cause to help us reach our goal for each group to have 100% membership to help BOOST our Pearce activities to be the BEST.

Wear your RED and BLUE and join the BOOSTER CLUB TODAY!!   Plus proudly display your PEARCE PRIDE yard sign- "Together We Stand"! (sign included in levels of $125 or above)

Link to www.pearceathletics.org for information and to download a current form to join.

THANKS to our 450 memberships who are partnering with us to SUPPORT PEARCE thus far this year!

Jack and Connie Simmons  Pearce Booster Club Membership Chairmen Questions?   ksimm732@aol.com

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Show your Pearce Spirit

Your Pearce Mustang Football team is preparing for their oldest rival, The Richardson Eagles, this Friday night. Come out to the game and show your Mustang spirit.  Wear Pearce spirit wear and make lots of noise for the boys.  Clackers, cowbells, pom poms are available for sale at the Pearce Mustang Stall, every Friday during lunches.  This is also a great time to spruce up your spirit wear.  The store offers a wide assortment of t’s, sweatshirts, polo's, caps and even ponchos for those rainy games. Buy now while the selection is best. We’ll see you on Friday!

Questions?  Contact:  Lisa Albert – aagjya@aol.com or

Shelley Tessaro – mstessaro@tx.rr.com

 

Mustang Tennis Team

Mustang At The US Open
Pearce High School’s own Kyle Plum made an appearance at this year’s US Open in Flushing Meadow, New York.  Kyle had a great time and saw some high caliber tennis.  Even though he was just a spectator, it shouldn’t be too long before he makes the main draw of the tournament.  Kyle’s two older brothers Andrew, Pepperdine Univ., and Nick, Weber State, both play in the college ranks and have set the bar pretty high for Kyle by winning State Doubles titles while at Pearce.  Kyle, with his style, is one of the more entertaining players to watch on the Mustang courts this year and along with doubles partner Tam Trinh hope to provide some key wins in Tuesday’s district opening showdown with Highland Park.  This should be the first of three team matchups with HP in the Fall Team Tennis Season.  The second round should be for the District Title and a third for the Region Championship and a bid to the State Tournament in Austin. 

This is No. 1 vs No. 5 in the state so come on out Tuesday, 4 pm and bring your friends and root the Mustangs on to a victory against the Scots.

This Week’s Action
JV – at Highland Park, 9/18, 4 pm
Varsity –Highland Park, Tuesday, 9/16 at home, at Berkner, Friday, 9/19  4pm start times.

 

                                             

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Make-Up and Retake Pictures for Yearbook

Monday, September 22, is the ONLY DAY for retake and make-up pictures for the yearbook. This includes ALL grade levels.

 

SENIORS: If you haven’t had your yearbook portrait made, this is your LAST OPPORTUNITY! Don't for get to bring or wear the appropriate clothes: Coat and tie for boys and dress or blouse with modest neckline for girls. School dress code applies!

 

Pictures will be taken in the foyer of the big gym DURING LUNCH ONLY.

 

Order forms for underclassman portrait packages are available at the kiosk at Pearce.

 

If you wish to order a package online, visit www.dpainter.com.

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Yearbook Orders

Still haven’t ordered your yearbook? You can fill out and print an order form online at Yearbook Central – see the link on the Pearce home page. The current $65 price is good until Winter Break.

 

We are still processing the yearbook orders we received during the summer, but soon you will be able to verify that your order was received at Yearbook Central as well.

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 Pacesetter Officers at Starmakers Officer Camp – Summer ‘08

Earlier this summer, the newly selected ’08-’09 Pacesetter officer line including Captain Nadia Bahramnejad, 1^st Lieutenant Hayley Shelton, Jr. Lieutenant Hannah McGary, Jr. Lieutenant Jennifer Montgomery, Jr. Lieutenant Paige Waterman, Jr. Lieutenant Ashley Williams, attended the first event of their tenure, the annual Starmakers Officer Camp. The camp was held at the Renaissance hotel and included officer squads from many Texas high schools, as well as schools across the nation as far as Washington state. The J.J. Pearce officers shined by winning the following awards in various categories:

 

Opening Night Routine:  Superior Award 

Jazz Routine:  Superior Award 

Field Routines:  Superior and Excellent Awards 

Compulsory/Technique Routine:  Superior Award 

Choreography Routine:  Superior Award 

Lyrical/Final Routine:  Superior Award 

 

For the opening night performance, the team also won the Superior trophy award. The Superior award was the highest award to be achieved. The girls learned and rehearsed many dances in a short amount of time. They worked hard and bonded with each other at the same time. Captain Nadia Bahramnejad said “through this experience, we proved to ourselves and to others that we are ready to lead the team into triumph and are well prepared to take on the task that lies ahead of us in the coming year.” This year, the officers along with their director, Ms. Jaclyn Weaver, will lead a team of 35 Pacesetters representing J.J. Pearce high school drill team.

         

                                              

 

Pacesetter Social Committee at Starmakers Social Officer Camp ‘08

In summer of this year, the Social Committee attended Starmakers social officer camp at the Renaissance hotel. The committee includes President Mia DaMommio, Vice Presidents Lauren Reavis and Aly Ufer, Motivational Chair Rachel Sherman, Social Chair Shelby Baker, Community Service Chair Rachel Moss, Senior Representative Amanda Dees, and Junior Representative Angie Steindorf.  The girls spent three days learning about leadership, team bonding, and motivation. In addition to having a lot of fun, they won the “Friendliest Team” award, which was voted on by all other teams attending. Through constant exercises and lectures, the Pacesetter social committee feels confident that they will be able to motivate the team effectively throughout the year.

 

      

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attention seniors!!!

If you missed the meeting Wednesday night for Progressive Dinner, it is not too late to get your group together to attend!!  Talk about it with your friends, get your group together, get some great parents to volunteer, and bring your $45 per couple to Mrs. Lewis is Room A209!!  We MUST  have all money BY TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16.  We must have participation by LOTS of you to make this worth the time and money!!  Progressive Dinner is Saturday, September 27!!

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Mock Trial Meeting

The first Mock Trial Meeting for the year will be held  Wednesday,  Sept. 17th, at 7:00 pm, in room D-201.

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mustang STAMPEDE Yard stampede info

 

 

 

Howdy!  Who will you trample?  Yard Stampede September 2 through October 17.  The Mustang Stampede - J. J. Pearce's Country and Western Performance Dance Team - will secretly deliver a herd of 10 red mustangs  .....click here for more info on the Yard Stampede

 

 

 

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Check out Yearbook Central

Visit Yearbook Central  to get the latest information about our exciting 2009 yearbook, important deadlines, school pictures, advertising and much more!

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