NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY SENIORS!! 

All hours are due by April 7!!  If you have not been by to check the list by room A209, you must do that!!  If you are LACKING group projects, the ONLY way to graduate with a NHS stole is to come by Ms. Lewis' room to check if there are any last-minute chances to make up these projects.  INDIVIDUAL HOURS CANNOT SUBSTITUTE for group projects!  If we do not hear from you, we assume your hours are correct, and your status in NHS stands "as is" for stole eligibility and listing in the graduation program as of this week.

scholarship opportunities for seniors

Katie Richards Memorial Scholarship 

2 Scholarships given Based on Personal Character, Financial Need and Academics.  90 average needed to apply. 

Applications are in Counselors' Office and are due April 16.  $1,000 renewable for 4 years for a maximum of $4,000

Pearce PTA/Cathy Scheurer Memorial Scholarship

Applications now available in the Counselor’s Office. Two $500 Scholarships to be Awarded

This scholarship is given in memory of Cathy Scheurer who was a dynamic leader, innovator, tireless volunteer in our community and served as Pearce PTA President. This scholarship is awarded to a student who works to make a difference at Pearce High School or in their community.

Due Date: May 2, 2008

exchange club scholarship

The Pearce Area Exchange Club 2008 scholarship applications will be available April 7th thru April 28th in Ms. Kellogg's office.

Deadline for submission of applications is April 30, 2008.

We will offer eight scholarships of $500 or $1000 each. The award will be determined by the quality of each student's essay and application. Awards will be payable in the fall and each student may use the funds to pay tuition, books, board, etc.

The Pearce Area Exchange Club is active on Community issues in the neighborhoods supported by JJ Pearce High School.  Bringing the community together to support children and the schools, the Pearce Area Exchange Club sponsors annual fundraising events such as golf tournament and Bingo Party that raise funds for Scholarships and community activities.

Exchange, America's Service Club, is a group of men and women working together to make our communities better places to live through programs of service in Americanism, Community Service, Youth Activities, and its national project, the Prevention of Child Abuse.

The Pearce Area Exchange Club’s next meeting will be held on April 14th, 2008 at Canyon Creek Country Club.

DFW JOINT CONGRESSIONAL ACADEMY DAY

Who: Congressmen (Pete Sessions will be there), active duty officers and cadets from each of the five (5) official United States uniformed service academies, local academy alumni, students, and parents. Current high school juniors, sophomores and their parents, and high school admissions counselors or advisors, are all encouraged to come.
What: First ever Dallas-Fort Worth Joint Congressional Academy Day. This major event is sponsored by SIX (6) local U.S. Congressional Districts (Michael Burgess, Kenny Marchant, Pete Sessions, Sam Johnson, Joe Barton, and Kay Granger) plus Senators Cornyn and Hutchison, and it replaces these individual Congressional Districts’ events of past years.

When: April 12 from 8:00 am - 12 noon

Where: Tarrant College NE Campus, Student Center, 828 Harwood Rd., Hurst, TX.

Contact Catharine Tolliver for additional information
This is a great way to get a leg up on academy applications and congressional nominations process!  

community service fair

The National Honor Society announces the first annual Community Service Fair to be held on the morning of Wednesday, May 28 for all grade levels. The purpose of this event is to encourage Pearce students to pursue volunteer opportunities in the community. We will be hosting numerous representatives from various community organizations. Students will visit booths to learn about each group’s volunteer needs for the summer and beyond. Don't miss your chance to find out ways to serve your community! More details to follow.

Any suggestions for potential community organizations to invite or a speaker who can inspire and motivate our students to volunteer can be sent to ed.skolnick@gmail.com.

leadership opportunity for sophomores

Richardson Youth Leadership (RYL) is now accepting applications for the 2008-2009 school year.  RYL is a program for next year’s Juniors (current Sophomores) and is open to all students who reside within the RISD attendance area. 

Applicants must have an interest in acquiring leadership skills and be willing to make a significant time commitment.  The current curriculum features the following programs and topics:  Orientation, Leadership, Business/Community, Education, Wellness, Criminal Justice, Etiquette, and more.  The program meets monthly throughout the school year, typically on the second Tuesday of the month.  Participants who attend RISD schools can earn 1.0 local credit, which will appear on their transcripts. 

Applicants are to complete and mail both forms together to Leadership Richardson Alumni Association, PO Box 830322, Richardson, TX, 75083.  Applications are due by Friday, April 18, 2008.  Students should expect notification of acceptance around the first of May. Applications are available in the counseling office, Room B109.

Pearce Excellence in Education Fund  -   Its Not Too Late to Give...

Academic excellence comes with a price. As funding for public schools has suffered, the academic programs that enrich our students’ education are in jeopardy. The J.J. Pearce Excellence in Education Fund was established to provide funds for programs and resources that will continue to distinguish J.J. Pearce High School graduates from their peers.

You can send a check made out to PEEF to:  Pearce High School,  1600 N. Coit Rd. , Richardson, TX 75080 – Attn PEEF.

When you donate, don’t forget about matching funds- many companies provide a match for employee contributions to non-profit organizations. To date the fund has raised over $52,000...

Thank you to all our 2007-2008 donors... (see listing below) 

choir news

dessert theater april 11-13

Theatre will present the annual dessert theatre in the black box on April 11-13. This year's show Scooter Thomas Makes it to the Top of the World is an ensemble cast featuring Brett Thiele, John Redlinger, Zach Sutton, Sam Schweikert, Clark Jones, Steven Miller, Tyler Miller, Elizabeth Judd, Anna Dirkx and Jenna Bamberger. The story retraces the friendship between Scooter and Dennis from the time they are in elementary school through the college as their lives take separate paths based on choices they make.  Seating is limited and tickets are not available on line and can be bought the week of the show or at the door. All seating is general admission. Tickets are $5 and include dessert.