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College
& Career Visits @ SPHS |
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You must sign up in the Counselor's
Office, A103 in order to attend. |
Texas Tech University
Monday, October 27
2:30 p.m.
Lecture Hall
Texas State University
Tuesday, October 28
2:30 p.m.
Library
Tulane University
Wednesday, October 29
1:00 p.m.
Library
Virginia Tech
Wednesday, October 29
2:30 p.m.
Library
Washington University
Tuesday, November 4
9:40 a.m.
Library
Univ. of Mary Hardin Baylor
Thursday, November 6
2:30 p.m.
Library
Field Trip:
University of Texas, Austin
College 101
Friday, November 7
8:00 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.
(see more info posted in center section of
page)
University of Houston
Tuesday, November 11
10:45 a.m.
Library
Texas State Technical College
Wednesday, November 12
2:30 p.m.
Library
Gibbs Travel Agency
Tuesday, December 2
12:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Mall
Washington University
Thursday, December 4
9:40 a.m.
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SPHS
Class of 2009 Graduation
Wednesday, June 3
Frank Erwin Center
1701 Red River, Austin
5:45 p.m

2008-2009 Yearbook Photo Shoots
10.28.08 - If
you were absent when the Tux & Drapes photos were taken in early
October, you have to have your senior yearbook photo taken at the
Photo Texas studios. Seniors, you have about 10 days left to make an
appointment with Photo Texas for a sitting.
Any questions regarding yearbook photo retakes, contact Mr.
Shands in Room F-117.

Volunteer Opportunity: Gattis Elementary Fall Festival
Saturday, November 8
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Call Gattis Elementary School @ 428-2000.
Contact: Dominica Tierney

Live Auction
benefitting 2009 Project Graduation & SPHS Football Booster Club
Saturday, November 8
Items will include:
- Sports memorabilia
- Football, baseball and basketball jerseys
- Vacations
- Housewares
- Tools
- Services
- Restaurant certificates
- Golf
- Hunting/fishing trips
Howard Chase will act as auctioneer for the evening. It
promises to be an exciting event! Mr. Chase is a retired
school superintendent and holds auctions only for non-profit
organizations. We are fortunate to have use of his
services. Additional information on the auction can be
found on the
Project Graduation website.

Important Attendance Information:
All parent and doctor notes are due within 48 hours of your
return to school. Drop your notes in the big blue box located
inside the main office or in the small wood box that faces the hall.

An Excellent
Opportunity for Gifted Student Leaders.
The Eugene McDermott Scholars
Program
The University of Texas at Dallas
Application Deadlines:
November 15, 2008 - Early Application
January 1, 2009 - Regular Application
http://www.utdallas.edu/mcdermott/nomination/calendar.html
A four-year enriched university
program that includes required tuition and fees, an annual book
allowance, a monthly living stipend, and the opportunity to
study abroad.
Qualifications: (1) SAT or ACT at or above
the 97th percentile (scores at or above 2100 on the
new SAT and 32 or above on the ACT). (2) Top
5% of graduating class. (3) Demonstrated
initiative in all endeavors. (4) Long
records of community volunteerism and school leadership.
(5) Broad and eclectic interests in science,
politics and the arts. (6) Developed social
skills to interact easily with adults as well as peers.
Visit our website at
http://www.utdallas.edu/mcdermott for
an overview of what The Eugene McDermott Scholars Program and
The University of Texas at Dallas have to offer exceptional
students.
Contacts: Molly
Seeligson, Director,
molly.seeligson@utdallas.edu
Sherry Marek, Program Coordinator,
sherrys@utdallas.edu
Virginia Witt, Secretary,
virginia.witt@utdallas.edu

Important Dates & Deadlines:
Monday, December 1 - UT scholarship deadline
Thursday, January 1, 2009 - first day to submit FAFSA
Friday, May 1 - deadline to apply @ Texas State University
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SAT Test Dates and Deadlines |
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Test Date |
Registration Deadline |
Late Fee Registration |
| 11/1* |
passed |
passed |
| 12/6 |
11/5 |
11/18 |
| 1/24/2009* |
12/26/2008 |
1/6/2009 |
| 3/14/2009 |
2/10/2009 |
2/24/2009 |
| 5/2/2009* |
3/31/2009 |
4/9/2009 |
| 6/6/2009 |
5/5/2009 |
5/15/2009 |
| *Star
indicates date given at SPHS campus |

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ACT Test Dates and Deadlines |
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Test Date |
Registration Deadline |
Late Fee Registration |
| 12/13* |
11/7 |
11/8 -11/20 |
| 2/7/2009 |
1/6/2009 |
1/7 - 1/16/2009 |
| 4/4/2009* |
2/27/2009 |
2/28 - 3/13/2009 |
| 6/13/2009 |
5/8/2009 |
5/9 - 5/22/2009 |
| *Star
indicates date given at SPHS campus |

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THEA (Tx Higher ED Assessment) |
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Registration Deadlines |
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Test Date |
Regular |
Late |
Emergency |
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2/28/2009 |
1/30/2009 |
2/18/2009 |
2/25/2009 |
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4/25/2009 |
3/27/2009 |
4/15/2009 |
4/22/2009 |
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6/27/2009 |
5/29/2009 |
6/17/2009 |
6/24/2009 |
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7/25/2009 |
6/26/2009 |
7/15/2009 |
7/22/2009 |
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