Thursday and Friday, October 18 to 19, 2007
Week 10
Round Up Update:
Thank y'all for your support and participation in this year's "Round
Up the Funds" Fundraiser! It was a huge success, a good time was
had by all and we raised net revenue of $28,500.00! So a huge thanks
to all the volunteers and to all the donors. And also, thanks to all
the folks who came out and joined us! Due to all your support our students
benefit! For more details on the fundraiser go to the Oct. 30 PAB meeting
at 6:45 p.m. Thanks again from the Round Up Committee (PAB & Athletics).
Homecoming Dance:
The day is arriving, and its arrival is nearing, and the students at
Charter can't help over-hearing that November 3rd is the Homecoming
Dance. They'd like to buy tickets while they still have a chance. The
sales have started at thirty-five dollars But next week is the last
time to purchase, no dotter*. So dust off your dresses, and guys buy
a tie. For this isn't an event to just let pass you by. It's The Jewel
in the Crown, an Indian Adventure at the American Spirit, a great building
in stature. Be prepared for an evening from 7 to 10. Guests are welcome,
but must be approved before then
Also, please make sure to visit the table outside the library on Thursday
(today) to nominate a king, queen, prince and princess for the Homecoming
court.
Support Our Troops:
For the next four weeks, TCP will be involved in a fundraiser in conjunction
with Blue Star Mothers of America to raise money military personnel
serving overseas. The money raised will be used to create gift baskets.
The fundraiser will end on Thursday, November 8. The fundraiser will
take place in the first period classes. The class that raises the most
money will win a pizza party!
Veteran’s Day Assembly Slideshow:
TCP students, we need your help. Bring photographs of family members
who were/are veterans to your English class. The photographs will be
included in our Veteran’s Day Assembly on November 9, 2007. Students
must submit photographs individually in the bags provided by your English
teachers. Students need to write their name and their English teacher’s
name on each bag, and they must complete a Required Photograph Information
slip for each photograph. Photographs will be returned to you within
one week after submission. Please make submissions to your English teachers
no later than October 19, 2007.
Blood Drive:
Please support the school blood drive on Tuesday, October 23 from 8:00
a.m. until 1:00 p.m. You can sign up at lunch in front of the library,
in the main office, or with Ms. Wood in the main office building. If
you are a student you must be at least 17 years old, have a signed permission
slip, and you must have your student ID card. Thanks for your support!
UCSD Admissions Presentation:
Juniors and seniors interested in attending UCSD are encouraged to attend
the UCSD admissions presentation on Friday, October 26 at 8:15 a.m.
in Room D202. Interested students must see Mrs. McCrory no later than
Wednesday, October 24 for a pass to attend the presentation.
ECHS Teen Drivers & Parents:
The California Highway Patrol's Start Smart program is a driver safety
education class which targets new and future licensed teenage drivers
between the age of 15 - 19 and their parents. The PAB will host this
one night program on Tuesday, October 30 from 6:45 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
in the American Spirit Theater. All Charter students, TCP and ILP, and
their parents are invited to attend. This is a wonderful program for
young drivers and their parents, provided to you at no cost. Take advantage
of this great opportunity to help your teens become better drivers.
Please sign up in the Main Office.
The Book Fair is coming!
Bring your friends and family to the Escondido Barnes and Noble to benefit
ECHS. The Book Fair is Thursday, November 1, 2007 from 3:00 p.m. to
9:00 p.m. Any purchase at Barnes and Noble when accompanied by our voucher
will give a percentage of purchase to ECHS. This includes Starbucks
items, books, and other purchases. Vouchers and flyers are available
in the main office or library. BUY BOOKS!
Community Cleanup:
Escondido Charter High School is sponsoring a community cleanup along
East Valley Parkway on Saturday, October 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00
p.m. The cleanup is an excellent way for students to earn three hours
of community service. Students, parents, and staff are invited to join
us! All supplies will be provided for cleaning. Free food and drink
will be served at 12:00 p.m. See you there!
Note: Students are required to complete four hours of community service
each semester.
Employment Opportunity:
Professional Hearing Associates, located nearby at 1045 East Valley
Parkway, is looking for a student to work approximately ten hours a
week. The job entails filing and miscellaneous administrative work.
Starting wage is $7.50 per hour. Interested students should contact
Rachel at 489-6901.
TCP & ILP Juniors & Seniors:
It’s prom time again! If you want to be involved in making Prom
2008 a night to remember, then come join the prom committee every Thursday
at lunch in Mrs. Soule’s room (C102).
Cross Country Practice Schedule:
Next meet: Friday, October 19, Jaguar Invitational at Kit Carson Park,
2:00 p.m. All TCP students will be released from school at 12:30 p.m.
Questions? Contact Coach Wisden at coachwisdenechs@yahoo.com or call
her at 760-522-0493. Go White Tiger Runners!
ECHS White Tiger football:
This Friday, October 19, our White Tigers travel to La Jolla Country
Day School to battle against the Torreys. The JV game begins at 4:30
p.m. All TCP JV players will be released at 2:30 p.m. The Varsity game
begins at 7:00 p.m. All varsity players need to meet in the gym by 4:00
p.m. Contact Coach Brose if you have any questions. Go White Tigers!!
Girls’ Volleyball: Previous match scores:
Tuesday, October 16, ECHS- 3, Guajome Park-0. Upcoming matches: Today,
October 18, Christian Life Academy @ ECHS, 4:00 p.m. Monday, October
22, ECHS @ High Tech High, 5:00 p.m. Go White Tigers!
ECHS Roller Hockey game:
Next game: Today, October 18, ECHS vs. Westview Wolverines III, 6:10
p.m., Escondido Sports Center. Go White Tigers!
Coming Events:
Saturday (10/27), Fall Cleanup, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., ECHS
Tuesday (10/30), Parent Advisory Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Student Union
Saturday (11/3), Homecoming, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., ECHS
Friday (11/9), End of Grading Period
