The Vocabulary Word for Today is: Redundant – Extra or unnecessary.
After removing all redundant phrases from my paper during a final editing session, my thesis was clear and the writing flowed much better.

Attention all students:
Want to win a prom tickets?? Enter our prom raffle!! Raffle tickets cost $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00.
The Drawing will be held on Friday, May 31 at 12:00 in the Student Lounge.
See Mrs. B. in Guidance to purchase your rattle tickets.
Hurry they’re going fast!!

Anyone interested in joining cross country for next year, please see Mr. Gersfeld ASAP.

The Vocabulary Word for Today is: Denote – To indicate or mark.
The student was so embarrassed after waling into the wrong bathroom. She must have missed the sign on the door denoting it as the boys’ room.

“The High School Spring Orchestra Concert is this Wednesday, May 29th at 7:30 PM. The Orchestra will play pieces by Beethoven, Mozart, and several comtemporary composers as well. Everyone is invited to come for an evening of class and style!”e an Upstander. Support causes that bring clean water to third world countries. More than 3.4 million people die each year from water, sanitation, and hygiene-related causes. Nearly all deaths, 99%, occur in the developing world.

“The High School Spring Orchestra Concert is this Wednesday, May 29th at 7:30 PM. The Orchestra will play pieces by Beethoven, Mozart, and several comtemporary composers as well. Everyone is invited to come for an evening of class and style!”

The DVD’s for The Wiz have arrived! The following students should see Mr. Sprague in the band room to pick up their copy…

Colin Atkinson, Gabby Friedman, Clare Johnson, Abbey Titcomb, Allie D, Griffin Gebler, Zoe Kaplan, Paloma Gratereaux, Francis, Julia Rennert, Louise Aulagner, Annie Warren

The Vocabulary Word for Today is: Resolution – To resolve or end a conflict.
UN negotiators are working tirelessly for a swift resolution of the crisis.

Attention Seniors
Prom money due next week – hurry and get your tickets from Mrs. Bonititabus or Mrs. Kaplan.

Upstanders are people who do not just stand by when they see injustice. They act to try to “level the playing field”. Next time you use your cell phone, remember that globally, there are more mobile phones than toilets. All children need clean water. Let’s do something about it.

Attention all students:
Want to win a prom tickets?? Enter our prom raffle!! Raffle tickets cost $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00.
The Drawing will be held on Friday, May 31 at 12:00 in the Student Lounge.
See Mrs. B. in Guidance to purchase your rattle tickets.
Hurry they’re going fast!!

The African-American Heritage Club will meet on Thursday at 3:05 pm in Room 304E.

The Vocabulary Word for Today is: Rhetoric – Writing and speaking effectively and persuasively.
My guidance counselor suggested I take a course in rhetoric to help me get over my fear of public speaking.

In support of Upstanders Week and the focus on the need for clean water for everyone, consider the following: An American taking a five-minute shower uses more water than the average person living in a slum in a developing country uses for an entire day.

Congratulations to Jack Bender for making it to the final round of the Sectional Golf Tournament. Playing from the tips at Metropolis Country Club, Jack shot a 78. He is currently tied for ninth place. The field which consisted of the best 54 high school golfers in our Section was narrowed to 30. Jack will play on Wednesday at Fenway Country Club with the hope of making it to the State Championship.

Sleepy Hollow, ranked #2 in Class A, will be playing their first home game on Wednesday at 4:00pm in the first round of the Section 1 Baseball Tournament, vs. the winner of Nanuet/Riverside.

Fall 2013 Varsity Football Cheerleading tryouts on Tuesday , May 21, Wednesday, May 22 and Thursday, May 23 4:00pm sharp near the HS gym – Dressed in gym attire (sneakers are a must) if you have questions contact coach Cindy Cuevas at Tamia1117@aol.com

There is a mandatory LASO meeting today in room 312 West after 8th period.
All members must attend.

Congratulations to the Sleepy Hollow Varsity Baseball team for capturing their 1st LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP in 35 years by defeating Dobbs Ferry 2-0. Alec Stoll pitched a 4 hit, 12 strikeout complete game to lead the Horseman to the Championship! Peter Pena and Inmer Rosado had and RBI each. The Horseman face Tappan Zee in their regular season final tomorrow at Tappan Zee.

The African-American Heritage Club will meet on Thursday at 3:05 pm in room 304East.

Attention Juniors Members of the English Honor Society: There will be a meeting on Monday, May 20th at 3:05 pm in 311 West. Attendance is expected. Any questions or conflicts please see Mrs. McChoi.

This Wednesday, May 15th, the 3rd Annual “Pony” Awards will be presented in the high school auditorium at 7:30. Come support the talented student actors who participated in the Fall Drama and Spring Musical.

Attention all track participants: Uniforms are due to Mrs. Hickey as soon as possible – please bring them to room 209W or place them labeled in her mailbox.

Attention all seniors: The final two (2) scholarships are posted in Guidance – they are the Puggiero Kelly Firefighters and Principia Green Award. Hurry they are due this Thursday to Guidance by 3:00PM. Good luck!

On Saturday, May 11th, the boys track team competed in the Rasbeck Relays. The relay team of Dante Ellis, John Lara Mota, Danny Elia and Will Stallings dominated all the sprint relays at the meet. They won the sprint medley relay, the 4×100 and the 4×200. They broke the school record in the sprint medley relay. In the 4×400, Nolan Samford had an outstanding anchor leg running 56.5 seconds and brought the team from 5th to 3rd place. Our next meet is Saturday, May 18th at Byram Hills HS. We will be competing in the Westchester County Championships.

This Wednesday, May 15th, the 3rd Annual “Pony” Awards will be presented in the high school auditorium at 7:30. Come support the talented student actors who participated in the Fall Drama and Spring Musical.

All existing, upcoming, and new JV and Varsity players are to report to a player meeting on Tuesday, May 14th at 3:15PM in the high school gymnasium. Spring and summer schedules and information will be handed out.

Attention students who participated as writers or artists in the Profiles of the American Dream book project last year. There will be a book signing at the Warner Library on Thursday, May 16th between 4-6 PM. Please plan to attend! Also, if you are interested in being interviewed about the project for the digital news, please see Mrs. Langston ASAP!

THIS IS A REMINDER THAT THE SCIENCE MOCK REGENTS WILL BE TOMORROW AT 9AM. THE MOCK REGENTS WILL BE GIVEN IN THE HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA. PLEASE USE THE DOOR BY LOWER EAST TO ENTER THE BUILDING. MAKE SURE TO BRING YOUR CALCULATOR

Sports
Next Tuesday – Very Important Varsity Captain’s meeting in the gym to vote on 1 Rookie of the year, 2 Unsung hero at 2:00PM – sharp!!

All existing, upcoming, and new JV and Varsity players are to report to a players meeting on Tuesday, May 14th at 3:15PM in the high school gymnasium. Spring and summer schedules and information will be handed out.

ATTENTION STUDENTS IN UPWARD BOUND: CAREER DAY THIS SATURDAY HAS BEEN CANCELLED. ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE STOP BY THE UB OFFICE.

The African-American Heritage Club will be having a Bake sale on Thursday in the lobby of the Middle School and High School at 3:00 p.m. Come out and support.

Seniors please pick up your baby pictures from Ms. Dreher in room 202C.

Attention Students taking the NYSESLAT exam today, please refer to your schedules. If you do not have your schedule, see Dr. Estevez or Mrs. Grimes in the ESL office.

The Gay Straight Alliance will meet today in room 202C.

Art Club will meet Thursday in room 202C.

Seniors please pick up your baby pictures from Ms. Dreher in room 202C.

Sleepy Hollow softball – Yesterday Sleepy Hollow beat Gorton 20 to 2. Sarah McCarthy, Skarlen Valentin and Jenny Bucci each had two hits. Sarah McCarthy, Jenny Bucci and Christine Greige combined to pitch a two hitter. Wednesday we are at Eastchester. Friday we are at home against Ardsley.

Attention Students taking the NYSESLAT exam today, please refer to your schedules. If you do not have your schedule, see Dr. Estevez or Mrs. Grimes in the ESL office.