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. Foliage Noun: Any growth of leaves Ex: The Blue Ridge Mountains are famous for their autumn foliage.

4. History Dress Out Days!!! Support the History Department ($2) by dressing out Thanksgiving Weeks with these themes: November 24 th (Monday): Dress like your favorite Decade November 25 th (Tuesday): Dress like Thanksgiving! (Pilgrims, Native Americans, or your favorite Thanksgiving Food)

5. HAPPY BIRTHDAY SPARTANS!!!!!  Ricardo Ayala 11/20 Abigail Girdwood 11/21

6. Come Support our Cheerleaders Our Spartan Cheer Squad will have their first Cheerleading competition this Saturday, November 22nd, 2014. The Competition will be held at the Palm Beach Central High School at 8499 Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington, Florida 33411. Doors open at 8:30 but our cheerleaders will be competing at 10:00 A.M. Please try your best to support our cheerleaders.

7. 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.

8. Treasure Coast Food Drive Wish List Canned Fruit, Rice Mac & Cheese, Full Meals (box/can) Canned Soups & Stews Tuna, Shelf Stable Milk Vegetables Canned/Dry Cooking Oils, Peanut Butter & Jelly Cereal, Canned Meats

9. Tardies: 3-4 transitional tardies in a 1 month period will result in an after school Tues detention at the end of the month. More than 5 transitional tardies will result in a Sat detention. Algebra I EOC Prep Schedule: Nov. 22, 12:40-3:00 and Dec 6 9:30-12:30 US History EOC Prep Schedule: 9:30-12:30, Rm 109 Nov 22 Dec 6 Bio EOC Prep Schedule: 9:30-12:30, Rm 114 Nov 22Dec 13 Announcements

10. 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.

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

12. ATTENTION STUDENT DRIVERS Students are not allowed to go to their vehicle during school hours or bring other students to their vehicle without administrative permission first. If a student needs to go to their vehicle for whatever purpose, they must come to the office and be escorted by staff to their car. If a student is caught in or loitering near vehicles without permission, they will receive an automatic referral. If the issue continues, students may lose their driving privileges.

13. 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.

14. Liberty Bell’s Deli on Tuesdays Orders may be placed during homeroom $5.00 full wrap and chips Turkey and Provolone, mayo, tomato, lettuce, onion Ham and Provolone, mayo, tomato, lettuce, onion Cheesesteak Wrap, provolone, grilled onions Drinks 75 Cents

15. Lunch from Wings Hut on Fridays Pick up your orders in 110 When: every Friday Place your order with payment on Thursday in homeroom 5 wings, with your choice of fried rice or French fries $5.00

16. 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.

17. 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

18. $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.

19. 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

20. 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!

21. This year’s yearbook will be a special edition and a great one to have, especially for juniors! First Deadline- December: its only $35 (can be in two separate payments of $20 and $15) Second Deadline- January: 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!