Thursday, September 6th, 2007.
 
It is with deep sorrow that we regret to inform you of the passing of School Board Member Dr. Robert Ingram. We dedicate this moment of silence in his honor.
 
Thank you, you may be seated.
 
Good morning, Jaguars! These are today’s announcements.
 
Teachers, if you had a problem logging in to your grade book this morning please check your e-mail for new instructions. We thank you for submitting attendance in a timely manner.
 
Teachers, effective Wednesday, September 5th 2007, a new dismissal route for 2nd lunch will be implemented. Please inform your students to use the West staircase of the "E" building to avoid disturbing the 1st floor classes.  A security monitor and administrator will be in placed to assist with facilitating this new process.  Your immediate cooperation is greatly appreciated.
 
Freshman interested in running for Class of 2011 office see Mr. Moffi in E-230.
 
Cheerleading meeting Thursday, Sept 7th @ 2:30 pm, room E124
 
The officers of the Interact Club will meet today (Thursday) at 2:40pm in room E202, with Mrs. Biddings to plan for the year.
 
There will not be a meeting today Thursday of the Spanish Club. The next meeting will be next Wednesday, 9-12-07 after school in room F-207. All are asked to attend. New members are welcome.
 
Wanna dance? Whether you’re a girl or a guy, come try out to be a part of the MLEC dace team. Meet with Ms. Abreu on Friday, September 7th at 2:40 p.m. in room A-102. We look forward to seeing you there.
 
DECA is holding a meeting on Thursday, September 6th at 2:40 p.m. All new and existing members are welcome. This meeting is mandatory! If you have any questions or concerns please contact Franchesca Vasquez, Courtney Ritchie or Ms. Abreu, room A102.
 
ATTENTION ALL ECOLOGY CLUB MEMBERS AND STUDENTS INTERESTED IN FINDING OUT ABOUT THE ECOLOGY CLUB ACTIVITIES, PROJECTS AND FIELD TRIPS.  THERE WILL BE AN ECOLOGY CLUB MEETING THIS THURSDAY AFTERNOON, SEPTEMBER 6 AT 2:40PM IN ROOM E224. 
 
This announcement is for any junior wishing to take the PSAT – which will be administered here at MLEC on Wed. – Oct. 17.
The PSAT is part of the National Merit Scholarship Program which is an annual academic competition for college recognition and scholarships that is open to all US high school juniors.  This is a great opportunity for you so don’t miss out. The cost is $13.
Mr. Moffi and Ms. Mathos are starting to collect so see them ASAP. 
 
Every nine weeks, students with perfect attendance, as well as NO TARDIES, will have the opportunity to win various prizes. 
 
Students with perfect attendance for the entire school year will have the opportunity to win a very special prize. Students will be required to have been in school on time throughout the school year.
 
SAVE THE DATE!  Seniors this is a reminder to attend Senior Parent Night Monday, September 10th at 6pm.
 
The Principal’s Word of the Day is
INSIDIOUS (in SID ee us) adj treacherous; sneaky
The spy’s plan was to steal all of the kryptonite in Metropolis.