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. Manumission Noun: Emancipation Ex: A direct result of the Civil War was the manumission of former slaves.

4. Boys Basketball Game TOMORROW at St Edwards 7pm Watch the new era begin Bus leaves at 5:30 Tickets are $10 Permission slips in main office

5. 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.

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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.

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

10. ATTENTION ALL AP CHEMISTRY CANDIDATES AND TEST RE-TAKERS A review session will be held each Friday afternoon 3:40-4:45, RM 114. The definitive schedule for the remainder of this semester will be given out at this first review. Students who intend to continue on into AP Chemistry this Spring or who are planning to re-take the exam in May are strongly encouraged to attend these sessions.

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. 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

13. 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

14. 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.

15. 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

16. $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.

17. 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

18. 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!

19. 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!