The annual Choral Foundation Concert will take place on Tuesday, Feb 23, at 7:00 pm in the Box Elder High School Auditorium. For this event, choirs from Box Elder and Bear River combine to work with and learn from a “top gun” guest conductor. The event culminates with a concert featuring the two schools combining without the typical sports rivalry. This year’ guest conductor is Cory Mendenhall, whose bio appears below: Cory J. Mendenhall graduated from Utah State University with a Bachelors of Choral Music Education in 2003 and a earned a Masters of Music in Choral Conducting from Brigham Young University in 2011. While attending USU he studied Choral Conducting and Literature with Dr. Will Kesling, and Organ Performance with Dr. James Drake. During graduate work at BYU, he studied under the tutelage of Dr. Ronald Staheli, Rosalind Hall and Jean Applonie, was the Graduate Assistant Conductor of the BYU Men’s Chorus, and co-directed the BYU University Chorale.
Mr. Mendenhall enjoyed a successful tenure as director of Choral Activities and Performing Arts Department Chair at Provo High School from 2003-2009. During his six-year tenure, the choral ensembles consistently earned superior ratings in regional and state festivals. In March 2009, the PHS Chamber Singers were recognized for their standing-ovation performance in New York City’s Carnegie Hall as the featured choir in the National High School Choral Festival, under the direction of Field Studies International. Mr. Mendenhall was the 2005 PHS Teacher of the Year and the 2009 recipient of Provo School District’s prestigious “Crystal Apple Award." Mr. Mendenhall has served as the Choral Vice-President of the Utah Music Educator’s Association. He has also served as a director with the Utah Ambassadors of Music, traveling and conducting on the group’s 2013 European tour.
Since 2009, Mendenhall has served as the Choral Director and Fine Arts Department Chair at Maple Mountain High School in Spanish Fork. In addition to his work at Maple Mountain, Mr. Mendenhall serves as Associate Dean and Conductor of the newly established Utah Valley Millennial Choirs and Orchestra. He also serves as organist for the Missionary Training Center in Provo. He and his wife, Aprel are the parents of four children: Leah, Nicholas, Miranda, and Mallory Mae.
Yearbooks can purchased at www.yearbookordercenter.com The cost is $41.00 and the school number is #7041. Remember to order early – very few extra books are ordered at the end of the year. Last day to order is March 4th
The University of Utah has 2 summer programs starting in June: a Mathematics Program & a Bioscience Research Program. Come to the counseling office to get more information and to pick up an application.
Class Changes for 3rd trimester will be held: Tuesday, February 23rd 3-7pm Library Wednesday, March 2nd, 3-7pm Library Thursday, March 10th 3-7pm Library Cost for a class change is $15. Some of you may have heard about online class changes. The system for these changes has not been finalized at this time.
Choir Trip Update Attached to this email is the emergency medical form for the choir trip----parents and students can open it, print it, and start to get them returned (to Mrs. Bigler) to prepare for the choir trip. We need to have one for ALL students, even if their parents are on the trip. (If there were an emergency, they might not all be in the same place at the same time. Case in point, we fly out in
New York City Choir Trip Payment Schedule March 11 $100.00
ATTENTION ALL SENIORS: YOU MUST pass the Civics Test in order to graduate! Most seniors will do this in their U.S. Government class. However, if you did not take U.S. Government this school year, or have not passed the test yet, you need to do so PRIOR to graduation. The test is on your student portal under “Civics Test”. You can take it as many times as necessary. You need to score 70% to pass.
Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required)
September 12, 2015 August 7, 2015 August 8–21, 2015
October 24, 2015 September 18, 2015 September 19–October 2, 2015
December 12, 2015 November 6, 2015 November 7–20, 2015
February 6, 2016* January 8, 2016 January 9–15, 2016
April 9, 2016 March 4, 2016 March 5–18, 2016
June 11, 2016** May 6, 2016 May 7–20, 2016
The Free BEHS State ACT Test for All Juniors: March 1, 2016 during school hours The makeup day for the BEHS State ACT Test is March 15, 2016
The regular meetings are the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of each month. The Interact club meets in Mrs Thompsons room W4. They will be doing a Literacy Activity at the library March 4, 11, and 18 from 3:30-5:00. For this activity they do a puppet show, read and play literacy games with K-5 grade students. Also on March 3rd they will be joining the Rotary club at the Soup Kitchenhelping prepare food, serving and cleaning up. There will be sign up sheets at the meetings or you can contact Mrs Thompson or one of the officers. Thanks for all you help in our great community. Our Mexico project this year is June 4-11. There are still openings if you are interested in going, please talk to Mrs Thompson.
Seniors Looking for Scholarships The Box Elder Education Foundation Scholarships are now available. There are several scholarships that all can apply for and are for Box Elder High School students only. Check the scholarship listing on the high school’s website or come into the counseling office to see what is available and pick up an application. These are very nice scholarships and worth your time. Remember that neatness counts when applying for scholarships and you are encouraged to type the applications.
Box Elder High School will be holding a FAFSA Completion Open House on Monday, March 21st. Come anytime between 5-8 pm to receive help completing the FAFSA application. $3,000 in scholarships is up for grabs for those in attendance. LINKS & RESOURCES Details and application for FAFSA Night Scholarship ($3,000 available): https://www.facebook.com/StepUpUtah/ app/186981981345123/
What students/parents need to bring to FAFSA Night: https://stepuputah.com/2016/what-youll-need-to-file-your-fafsa/
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2015-16 Season Timeline
SAGE 2ND-Trimester TESTING SCHEDULE
February 16 – March 3 2016
Tuesday, Feb. 16
7:50 – 8:44 Second Hour
8:49 – 10:14 First Hour (Testing)
10:19 – 11:13 Third Hour
11:13 – 11:53 Lunch
11:58 – 12:52 Fourth Hour
12:57 – 1:51 Fifth Hour
1:56 – 2:50 Sixth Hour
Thursday, Feb. 18
7:50 – 8:44 First Hour
8:49 – 10:14 Second Hour (Testing)
10:19 – 11:13 Third Hour
11:13 – 11:53 Lunch
11:58 – 12:52 Fourth Hour
12:57 – 1:51 Fifth Hour
1:56 – 2:50 Sixth Hour
Friday, Feb.19
7:50 – 8:44 First Hour
8:49 – 10:14 Third Hour (Testing)
10:19 – 11:13 Second Hour
11:13 – 11:53 Lunch
11:58 – 12:52 Fourth Hour
12:57 – 1:51 Fifth Hour
1:56 – 2:50 Sixth Hour
Monday, February 22
7:50 – 8:44 First Hour
8:49 – 10:14 Fourth Hour (Testing)
10:19 – 11:13 Third Hour
11:13 – 11:53 Lunch
11:58 – 12:52 Second Hour
12:57 – 1:51 Fifth Hour
1:56 – 2:50 Sixth Hour
Tuesday, Feb. 23
7:50 – 8:44 First Hour
8:49 – 10:14 Fifth Hour (Testing)
10:19 – 11:13 Third Hour
11:13 – 11:53 Lunch
11:58 – 12:52 Fourth Hour
12:57 – 1:51 Second Hour
1:56 – 2:50 Sixth Hour
Thursday, Feb. 25
7:50 – 8:44 First Hour
8:49 – 10:14 Sixth Hour (Testing)
10:19 – 11:13 Third Hour
11:13 – 11:53 Lunch
11:58 – 12:52 Fourth Hour
12:57 – 1:51 Fifth Hour
1:56 – 2:50 Second Hour
Friday, Feb. 26
7:50 – 8:44 First Hour
8:49 – 10:14 Sixth Hour (Testing)
10:19 – 11:13 Third Hour
11:13 – 11:53 Lunch
11:58 – 12:52 Fourth Hour
12:57 – 1:51 Fifth Hour
1:56 – 2:50 Second Hour
Scholarships
The following scholarships are available through the counseling office:
Calvin & Reva Wiggins Foundation Scholarship: This is a $1,000 scholarship for senior students that will pursue a career in Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, Engineering all disciplines.
Deadline:
April 8, 2016
Applications available in the counseling office.
Return completed application to the Counseling Office
Kaiser Page Medical Scholarship: This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a BESD student who will study in the medical field.
Deadline:
April 8, 2016
Return to application to the Counseling Office
Lowell & Colleen Sherrett Scholarship: $1,000 for a graduating BEHS senior who has been accepted to a 4 year college or university. Must have a 3.0 GPA or better and shows leadership, integrity, kindness, and strength of character. Service, community involvement, and religious involvement are also considered.
Deadline:
April 8, 2016
Pick up application in the counseling center and return completed to the counseling center
Dale C. Young Memorial Scholarship: $3,000 for a BEHS graduate who will be majoring in Education. Must have 3.0 GPA or better, show financial need and not received any other scholarships by time of selection. Leadership, community service and other significant achievements will be considered.
Deadline:
April 8, 2016
Pick up application in the counseling center and return completed to the counseling center
Heber Lynn Orme Scholarship: Two $500 scholarships are available. One for a student who will study Home Economics and one for the area of Agriculture.
Deadline:
April 8, 2016
Return application to the Counseling Center
The Tyson D. Wilding Memorial Scholarship: $500 scholarship awarded to a Box Elder High School senior who has who has shown strength, determination, and courage in overcoming adversity and trial in the face of overwhelming odds. It is named in the memory of Tyson Wilding who showed great resiliency and courage as well as a positive attitude despite the many physical and health struggles he faced during his life.
Deadline:
April 25, 2016
Pick up application in the counseling center
Pursuit of Higher Education Scholarship: This award is for a student that has prepared well to continue their education and has taken AP and Concurrent Enrollment classes, but does not necessarily have outstanding grades or ACT scores. Students that have an ACT higher than 26 will not be considered.
Deadline:
April 30, 2016
Return completed application to the counseling center
TH Bell Teaching Incentive Loan: This is a loan program through the state of UT with “Loan Forgivness” if you teach in Utah after graduating.
Deadline:
March 25, 2016
Details and application can be found at:
www.schools.utah.gov/cert/Loans-Scholarships.aspx
Buick Achievers Scholarship Program: Students who will study Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Business Administration, Finance, Design, or Marketing and are interested in the automotive or related industry. This is a $2,000-$25,000 scholarship.
Deadline:
February 29, 2016
Box Elder County Credit Union Scholarship: This is a $1,000 scholarship for a student that has an account for 6 months with Box Elder County Credit Union, will graduate from BEHS, has a GPA of 3.0 or better, and will enroll in college with coming fall.
Deadline:
April 15, 2016
Utah Association of Independent Insurance Agents: This is a $1,000 scholarship for students who will pursue a career in business or insurance. Students must have 3.0 GPA or better. Be active in extra-curricular activities.
Deadline:
April 1, 2016
Click on the scholarship link
The Generation Google Scholarship: This is for students who plan to attend college next year and major in computer science or computer engineering. Must show strong leadership skills, strong academic achievement, and be a student of an underrepresented group in computer science.
Deadline:
March 3, 2016
www.google.com/edu/scholarships/the-generation-google-scholarship/
PFLAG Ogden LBGT Scholarship: This is a $500 scholarship for a student that has shown financial need, positive academic performance, and LGBT advocacy involvement. Must be 17 or older.
Deadline:
March 15, 2016
Application available in the counseling office
Ladies Community Club Scholarship: This is a local scholarship for seniors who will pursue post-secondary education. Students must show academic achievement, school involvement, and community service.
Deadline:
May 1, 2016
Pick up application in the counseling center and return completed to the counseling center
Keys to Success Scholarship: Students participating in the Keys to Success program are eligible. Scholarships that are available:
Utah Valley University
Bridgerland Applied Technology College
Salt Lake Community College/UTA
Weber State University/Richard Richards
Paul Mitchell the School
Deadline:
March 21, 2016
Return completed application to the counseling office except the WSU Richard Richards
Jump Start Financial Literacy Scholarship: This is a $1,000 scholarship for a senior who plans to pursue post-secondary education. Must write an essay on what you think are the top three financial issues for college students.
Deadline:
March 18, 2016
Youthlinc Young Humanitarian Award: This is a $5,000 award to the student that most excels at giving back to their community. An essay is required.
Deadline:
March 16,2016
Click on Young Humanitarian Award
Utah Association of Independent Insurance Agents: This is a $1,000 scholarship for students who will pursue a career in business or insurance. Students must have 3.0 GPA or better. Be active in extra-curricular activities. Must have an ACT score of 17 or better and demonstrate financial need.
Deadline:
April 1, 2016
Big Sun Scholarship: This is a $500 scholarship for student athletes. Must be a graduating senior who is participating in any sport during their senior year whether at school or in the community.
Deadline:
June 17, 2016
Jiffy Lube Teen Driver Scholarship: All licensed teen drivers attending BEHS. Must write a 500 word essay that expresses your “inner drive.” There is a second scholarship for students enrolled in a Driver’s Ed course this year.
Deadline :
March 25, 2015
Hotelscheap.org Scholarship: This is a $1,500 scholarship for a student who demonstrates a strong aptitude for learning, a drive to improve themselves, and a desire to improve society in general.
Deadline:
http://www.hotelscheap.org/scholarship
Spring application:
April 15, 2016
Agent Professor Utah Real Estate Scholarship: Graduating senior student who are admitted to and will enroll in any major at a major university in the state of Utah
Deadline:
June 30, 2016
http://www.agentprofessor.com/utah-real-estate-scholarship.php
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program: This is an essay submission of the assigned topic. The winning essay will receive a $1,000 scholarship.
Deadline:
June 10, 2016
www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
USU Dept. Of Mathematics & Statistics Scholarship: Students who will be attending USU and majoring in math or statistics can apply for several departmental scholarships.
Deadline:
March 15, 2016
www.usu.edu/undergraduate/financial-aid/
Utah EMBA Alumni Service Scholarship: This is a $5,000 scholarship for students enrolled in a 4 year college or university in the state of Utah. Students must show service and leadership in their community.
Deadline:
April 15, 2016
http://www.utahcf.org/apply-for-a-grant/Apply-for-a-scholarship/
Weber State Richard Richards Ethics Scholarship: This is a Keys to Success Scholarship for a student who wins the essay contest. $1,000 award.
Deadline:
March 4, 2016
For instructions and application submission go to:
http://weber.edu/polsc/Richards_Institute/scholarships.html
Susan W. Coda Memorial Scholarship: Must be a UT resident, attending high school, show proof of acceptance to a 4yr college or university outside of the state of Utah, 3.8 GPA or higher, demonstrate leadership, extra-curricular activity, and be involved in community affairs.
Deadline:
March 1.2016
“Tomorrows Pioneers” Scholarship: This scholarship is for a senior of the highest character exemplified through specific acts through their lives of true pioneers of faith, courage, endurance, and family values. Must have overcome SIGNIFICANT disadvantages and show economic need.
Deadline:
March 31, 2016
Application must typed
Utah Energy Workforce Scholarship Program: This is for 11th grade students whose intent is to pursue a courser in STEM at a UT institution of higher learning. Will submit a 5-10 minute video. For more detail go to: http://energy.utah.gov/initiatives/utah-energy-workforce-scholarship-program/
Deadline:
April 15, 2016
Submit videos to
Student-View Scholarship Program: This is a scholarship drawing for students who complete a 15-20 minute survey.
Deadline:
April 22, 2016
Boys State
FOR JUNIOR BOYS
JUNE 13th-17th
Weber State University
Applications available in Counseling Center
Applications due by noon-Friday, February 26th
Questions? Check with Alicia Harris in the Counseling Center
Boys State is a wonderful opportunity for you to represent your high school and community. It is an exciting and educational week where you will participate in the three levels of government and learn many wonderful concepts about being a citizen of the United States of America. You will meet young men from throughout the state of Utah and make meaningful and lasting friendships. Participation in Boys State increases your ability to get scholarships.
