EFN FLAPJACK FUNDRAISER: The Extended Family Network (EFN) is excited to launch its first annual “Flapjack Fundraiser” to be on Sunday, March 18, 2012, 8:00 am to 10:00 am, at the City Line Applebee’s Restaurant! Your support will help EFN contribute towards enhanced educational and social programs for our Boys Latin students. For just $5.00, you can feast on all-you-can eat pancakes, sausages, and select beverages from 8:00 am to 10:00 am. A ticket purchase is a great opportunity to “Enjoy a Stack for a Special Cause!” Of course, the more tickets sold, the better chance we have of exceeding our minimum net fundraising goal of $700. (Can’t make the event? No worries! You need not be present to donate to the cause.) Tickets can be purchased in advance at the school office from Ms. White and at the February and March EFN meetings. If the turnout is as good as hoped, EFN can arrange round-trip bus transportation from the school. We thank you in advance for your support and look forward to seeing you at the event! Please contact EFN Representative, Shanea Jones, at rochests@preit.com or 215-971-5443 with any questions.
FEBRUARY EFN MEETING: Our February Extended Family Network meeting will be held at the College Access Center on 4548 Market Street. Come learn more about the free services the College Access Center provides to families and students of all grade levels from the Center Manager of the College Access Program, Ms. Stephanie Booth. Senior families will also have the opportunity to access the online FAFSA application form and complete it under the guidance of experienced college advisors.
COLLEGE PLANNING EVENT:
Get the latest information on how to plan for and afford college. Attend the Mayor’s Office of Education fun and informative Financing College Jeopardy event on Thursday, February 16 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Play for a chance to win gift cards; enter in a raffle for 76ers tickets; learn about college payment options; and enjoy refreshments with graduation coaches. Don’t miss this winter networking event at the Winnet Student Life Building (room S2-19) at the Community College of Philadelphia. Please email phillygradcoach@gmail.com or call 215-686-2176 if you have any questions.
COLLEGE COUNTDOWN CENTER: The grand opening of the College Countdown Center is on January 31 at 6:00 pm on 440 N. Broad Street. The College Countdown Center offers help with starting a college savings program (some families may qualify for up to an 8 to 1 match); getting an early start on scholarship searches; helping to get the most out of financial aid; and identifying other programs and benefits for families. The College Countdown Center is open every Tuesday from 10:00 am to 6:30 pm for all families in Philadelphia. Contact Kandice Lewis at 215-400-5614 or klewis@philasd.org if you have any questions.
PHILADELPHIA STORIES, JR : Do you write poetry, short stories, or non-fiction essays? Do you paint, draw, or take photographs? Do you want to have your work published in a new literary magazine? Philadelphia Stories, Jr. is a new literary magazine for writers and artists aged 18 and under, who are currently enrolled in grades K-12. To be part of this exciting opportunity submit fiction, creative non-fiction, poetry, art, book reviews, interviews with young writers and published authors, or even comics, crossword puzzles, and word search puzzles. Submissions are currently being accepted online. For submission guidelines, click on Philadelphia Stories, Jr.
TEACHER OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS: Does your son have a teacher who has had a powerful impact on him? Do you know a teacher who has gone above and beyond in supporting your son’s growth at Boys’ Latin? If so, the Extended Family Network wants to know about it. The Extended Family Network would like to honor a Teacher of the Year for the 2011-2012 school year. Parents or students are asked to complete the nomination form (located in the main office) to nominate a teacher who has had a positive influence. Nominations are due on February 13, 2012 to Dr. Tennant at ntennant@boyslatin.org or 5501 Cedar Avenue.
MUSIC SHOWCASE AND REVIEW: Don’t miss the 2012 Boys’ Latin Music Showcase and Review tonight at 7:00 pm. The Music Showcase and Review will feature vocal music, instrumental music, and stepping. Tickets can be purchased for $7 at the door. Don’t miss the talented students of Boys’ Latin!
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