Feeling Festive? Let's get "in the spirit!" There is a lot going on campus this month, and the SAB has a couple things to highlight. Now, join us in showing your spirit on the following days this month!
Holiday Book Drive - DEADLINE EXTENDED! The NFA Library is hosting our annual Holiday Children's Book Drive through Wednesday, December 18. Books for children of all ages (Birth through age 18) are needed for the recipients of the Norwich local food pantry, who cannot afford holiday gifts to give their own children. Please give a new book to help a child. Donation Book Boxes will be in each of the House Offices, and in the Library. Cat Shack Holiday Hours - LAST DAY FOR HOLIDAY HOURS! The holidays are here, and the Cat Shack is fully stocked for all of the Wildcats on your list! We are open daily 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our last special holiday shopping hours will take place TODAY, Thurs., Dec. 19: 5 - 8 p.m. The Cat Shack accepts cash, check and credit cards. For more information, call 860-425-5727. Visit the Cat Shack in the Converse Building. To view this year's Cat Shack catalog, click here. UCFS Smiles on the Move Program The UCFS program - Smiles On the Move - will be at NFA January 7-10 for dental cleanings during the school day. Registration forms are at the NFA Medical Center. This program is open to all students! For more information, click here. Fashion Show Tryouts Come and tryout for the NFA Fashion Club's annual Fashion Show. Male and females models needed! Be prepared to strut your stuff and flash your fiercest poses. Bring heels if you plan to wear them in the show. We are excited to make this the best show yet! Tryouts are 2:30 p.m, TODAY, Thurs., Dec. 19, 2nd floor of the Atrium. Questions? Contact Ms. Karis, karisr@nfaschool.org. WE'VE MOVED! COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER (CCC) -- The CCC has a new home in the Land Library (top of the stairs as you enter the library)! We're here to help with college essays and applications, resume writing, working papers, job placement, etc. Open hours: 7:15 a.m. – 2:45 p.m., Mon.-Thurs.; 7:15 a.m. – 2:15 p.m., Fri. Questions? Drop by or make an appointment with the Career Resource Specialist, Mrs. Lauzier, or email lauzierk@nfaschool.org Scholarship Opportunities for Seniors:
Scholarship Search Workshop Learn how to access scholarship information on Naviance and how to search for scholarships that match specific needs. Workshops will be held in the College & Career Center on the following dates and times:
Must register in advance to attend, visit the Career & Career Center or email Mrs. Lauzier, lauzierk@nfaschool.org, to get a pass. If you are unable to attend a scheduled time visit the CCC to set up an appointment. New London Scholars Program The New London Scholars Program at Connecticut Colleges allows 2 seniors to take a class in the Spring semester at Connecticut College for free. Students are responsible for the cost of the books and transportation. If you are interested in more information, please see your counselor or Mrs. Elliott. Certified EMT Course American Professional Educational Services offers a State-Accredited EMT Program. Any student interested in joining the evening program at American Professional to become certified as an EMT would need to be 16 by the time the course ends. The cost for the class is $1,295, and requires a $200 deposit; payment plans available. Deadline to register is Jan. 2, 2020. For more information, click here. 28th Annual Black College Tour April 13-18, 2020 (during Spring break). The tour will visit Howard University, Morgan State, Coppin State, University of Maryland, Virginia State, Virginia Union. Applications in the Diversity Office in Converse. NEWS FROM PROJECT OUTREACH Contact, Ms. Savage, Room 7101, savagej@nfaschool.org for information.
Be a Volunteer -- a campus runner, tour guide, reading buddy, or a volunteer in one of many other opportunities on campus or in the community...Sign-ups happening now in Room 7101 Yearbook Sales: The 2020 Yearbook is still available for $75.00. The book will be distributed in the spring before graduation. Don't be left out of the excitement. Go to www.nfaschool.org/yearbook to order. Use Code 11399820, or see Ms. Fitzgerald in Room 7223. ATHLETICS To view the athletics schedule visit nfawildcats.org Senior Student-Athletes Any senior who is committed to playing Division I or II athletics contact Mr. Wheeler, wheelern@nfaschool.org (room 3041) for information about a signing event. MEETINGS Thurs., Dec. 19
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