1. Somerset Academy, Inc. promotes a culture that maximizes scholar achievement and fosters the development of responsible, self- directed, life-long learners in a safe and enriching environment.

2. S-- Set high expectations O-- Objective M-- Meaningful curriculum E-- Effective R-- Resourceful and responsible life long learners S-- Scholars who achieve proficiency and beyond E-- Evaluate continuously and use data to drive curriculum T-- Teachers who are highly qualified

3. VENISON Noun: The flesh of the deer.

5. Happy Birthday Spartans!  Brianna Zirger- December 16 th  Cody Gregory- December 16 th  Jose Herrera- December 17 th  Celeste De Los Santos- December 17 th  Shamara Moss- December 17 th  Michael Bowen- December 19 th  Alexandria Dodson- December 19 th

6. Dress Code Reminder Unless it is a dress down day, all students are to be fully in dress code at all times. This INCLUDES outerwear. All hoodies, jackets, sweaters, cardigans, etc, must be SCHOOL approved WITH logo and purchased from Aztec Graphix. Dress code violations WILL be issued for out of dress code. Open toed shoes, slides or flip-flops are NOT permitted. Close toed shoes only.

7. Interested in joining Drama Club? First meeting Monday, December 15 th in room 109 from 3:35 to 4:45. If you have any further questions, please find and ask Karina Tabar or Kacey Rigano.

8. Bio EOC : TODAY Tuesday Detention: TODAY Announcements

9. sat.collegeboard.org Log onto the above website for testing dates, locations, and fees. Next test date is January 24 th, deadline to register December 29th.

10. No Collar For A Dollar Wednesdays Month Of November and December

11. Step Team Step Team will be held Wednesdays after school. It’s a mixture of boys and girls. If you need more information ask Robyn.

12. Lunch from Wings Hut on Fridays Pick up your orders in 107 When: Every Friday Place your order with payment on Thursday in homeroom Orders will only be accepted on Thursday, not Friday morning 5 wings, with your choice of fried rice or French fries $5.00

13. Do you want to have fun while working with kids? Can you use some volunteer hours? Then I have the place for you. See Ms. F. in room 106 for volunteer schedule.

14. DUAL ENROLLMENT STUDENTS Bring me your text book voided receipts ASAP

15. Holiday Candy Cane Gram Send Some Holiday Cheer This Season! Candy Cane Grams Will be on sale in the Main Office Monday December 1 st – Wednesday December 17 th Delivery to the person of your choice will be on Friday December 19 th Cost: 2 regular mint candy canes/ $1.00 Or 1 Big Candy Cane filled with chocolate: $2.00 Sponsored by: SGA

16. Ugly Sweater/Christmas Themed Dress out Day Support the Social Studies Department Wear an (Ugly) Christmas Sweater or Christmas Themed Outfit. Thursday Dec 18 th -- $2.00

17. Wendy's frosty coupon! Come grab your Wendy's coupon book for only a dollar! The coupon book includes 10 free frosties! The coupon books are sold in the office, during transition and at lunch time! Get it soon because the coupons expire on February 1 st 2015!

18. Announcements Class of 2016 Spring Break Trip London/Paris/Rome. Registration is now open 40 seats total—17 left open http://www.eftours.com/ Tour Number: 1583135YW Spring Break 2015 Trip to Costa Rica There are 3 seats left open on the Costa Rica trip. Horse back riding through the rainforest, white water rafting, kayaking, planting a tree in the jungle, zip lining, exploring volcanoes and hot springs, and so much more. To learn more about the trip and register online for only $95, go to http://www.eftours.com/ http://www.eftours.com/ Tour Number: 1454119EX

19. $9.95 per month!!! https://www.internetessentials.com/h ow-it-works https://www.internetessentials.com/h ow-it-works Attention students: If you qualify for free or reduced lunch, you can get internet at home through Comcast for $9.95 per month.

20. 5 Announcements Peer Tutoring Program: Mondays: English Room 103 or 104@ lunch Tuesdays: None Wednesdays: History, Room 109 @ lunch & Math in Room 101 Thursdays: Science Room 114 @ lunch Fridays: Spanish Room 106@ lunch After School tutoring: Math: Mondays Detention: Tuesdays English/Reading: Thursdays Social Science: After School By Appointment Sciences: Wednesday-NOT TODAY!!! 12/3

21. Spartans! Blue Bins, Green bins, and large blue “trashcans” on campus are for recycling only! Do not put trash in BLUE/Green recycling bins! Pick-up is on Fridays or bring full containers to 115 to empty!! Mother Earth thanks you!

22. This year’s yearbook will be a special edition and a great one to have, especially for juniors! First Deadline- December 19: its only $35 (can be in two separate payments of $20 and $15) Second Deadline- February 20: price goes up to $40 (can be in two separate payments of $20 and $20) So buy your yearbooks now or else you’ll miss out on keeping this year’s greatest memories! Buy Your Yearbooks for the 2014-2015 School Year!