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Martin Idol 2010

Congrats to the Martin Idol winner of 2010, Channing C. Alex C. was the 2nd runner up and Mitch G. was the 3rd runner up. Congrats to all the contestants the competition this year was amazing.

The Coup Literary Magazine Staff would like to thank everyone for their support. We had a great turn out.

Historically Black College and University Weekend

Come to the College Fair on Saturday, Febuary 20, 2010 from 9:00 am - 3:00pm includes special guest colleges Morehouse College and Tougaloo College.

"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." (William Butler Yeats).

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2010 Advanced Placement Exams

Registration to take Advanced Placement exams will be held Feb. 1 - 19, 2010.

AP Exams are scheduled May 3 - May 14, 2010.

Students who plan to take AP exams will register through their high school counseling offices. No later than February 19, home-schooled students who wish to register for an AP exam should contact the counseling office of the AISD high school the student would attend if enrolled in AISD.

Arlington home-schooled students must present proof of residency and a photo ID at the time of registration to take AP exams.

SAT Prep Course

Attend a two-week SAT Prep Course and practice the skills you’ll need to succeed on the SAT!

Cost: a one-time payment of $20 (covers 18 hours of tutoring and materials)

Dates and times:

Sign up in room 185B any time between now and Thursday, Feb. 4.

PTAs Student Scholarship Application

Applications for Arlington Council of PTAs Student Scholarship are now available via link. Seniors MUST be a member of the Martin PTSA to be eligible for the Martin PTSA scholarships. Deadline is March 12th.

SAT Success Workshop

Martin High School: Classes meet from 4 to 7 pm on Tuesdays: May 11th, 18th, and 25th to prepare for the June 5th SAT: this program teaches test - taking strategies, key math and vocabulary concepts which will give students a better idea of what to expect on the test. Students will use The Official Sat Study guide from the College Board and will be given pre and post test practice versions of SAT. Feedback will be available both to the student and parents.

For more information click here.

The Richard Greene Scholar Program

Special Opportunity for Juniors, class of 2011, $10,000 Scholarship Opportunity

Who: Juniors interested in the pursuit of life goals that include volunteer and/ or public service, leadership opportunities and community affairs. Must have a minimum 3.0 gpa.

What: After successfully completing a year of internship and mentoring during 2 class periods, selected students will be eligible for a $10,000 scholarship($2500 per year).

How: Application and Interview process. Criteria for selection:

• Current Junior with minimum 3.0 gpa
• Leadership/extracurricular involvement
• Interest and commitment to active participation in program

Application available at www.aisd.net - enter Richard Greene in Search box.
Click here for printable version.

Deadline: To your counselor by March 5, 2010

PSAT Score Reports Available

The reports are available for pick-up in the Counseling Office. For score interpretation, click here to view CollegeBoard's presentation "Understanding Your PSAT/NMSQT Results."

Visit www.collegeboard.com/quick. Your responses on the PSAT are used to generate a personalized online college and career planning kit free of charge to all students who took the PSAT/NMSQT. Includes: My Online Score Report, My SAT Study Plan, My College Matches, and My Major/Career Matches.

Bahama Bash needs you!

Attention Senior parents..Bahama Bash needs you! We are in desperate need of volunteers for Bash. There are all kinds of ways to help. Contact Mr. Cannon at milicync@aol.com or Mrs. Coleman at dawnhc@earthlink.net if you would like to help. All senior parents...look for a postcard about an end of January Bash meeting.

2009-2010 Yearbook Orders

Need a yearbook? You can still order online at www.jostens.com. The yearbook is $65 this year. Don't miss out on this incredible keepsake.

College Prep Genius

will be offering the incredible "MASTER THE SAT CLASS" at Martin High School. This revolutionary THREE-DAY course will give students all the tools needed to conquer the SAT and PSAT/NMSQT. Click here for information: MASTER THE SAT CLASS

Math Homework Help

Our department Homework Center is ready to operate next week. Students may go to the following rooms for homework help. They should come prepared with specific questions and assignments that are causing them difficulty.

Jim King: Algebra Rm 218A on Mon and Tues from 3:00-4:00
Jeanine Walls: Algebra Rm 236 on Wed from 3:00-4:30
Marilyn Broyles: PreCal Rm 226 on Tues from 3:00 to 4:00
Susan Stimson: PreCal Rm 218B Thur from 3:00 to 4:00

Science Homework Help

Science teachers are available to help students with any science class. Get help on classes ranging from IPC to AP Physics, every Tuesday from 3:00 to 5:00 pm in room 193.

Subscribe to the Warrior Post

Have the school newspaper, The Warrior Post, mailed to you and friends and family too. Only $4.00 per year. Click here to subscribe.

Attention Coaches, Sponsors, Clubs & Organizations -

Does your club/organization have an upcoming event you'd like to advertise on the MHS website? Checkout our new Bulletin Board section. See the "Post-It" below for more information.