N. P. A.
Daily Announcements
December 11th, 2015
WORD OF THE DAY: Ephemeral
Definition: lasting for only a short time (adj.)
Sentence: Newspapers may be regarded as ephemeral publications whereas books have greater permanence.
Student News
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LIP SYNC BATTLE today during lunch WHO WILL WIN? Mr. Byers and Mr. Hines think they‘ve got it. Come and
cast your vote!
Students please remember to keep your money and wallets with you or locked in your lockers.
Come and eat at Big Foot BBQ on Monday, Dec. 14th from 4-9pm to support the NPA Dance Fundraiser.
If any Seniors are looking to visit Grand Canyon University over winter break, let Ms. Wilkinson know so that
she can give you Ally Wolever’s contact information to schedule a tour. Thanks!”
NPA Spirit Wear Sale-Monday, December 14th from 3-8:00pm in the NPA gym. Come buy some spirit wear and
cheer on our varsity and JV basketball teams.
Tomorrow, Saturday, December 12th from 10am-8pm Barnes and Noble Gift Wrapping Fundraiser for
Odyssey of the Mind Teams. Come and purchase your holiday gifts at Barnes and Noble and we will provide
complimentary gift wrapping, tips and donations welcomed.
Today is the last day to sign up for girls’ middle school basketball. Please plan on attending an informational
meeting on Tuesday, December 15th in Mrs. Acker’s room (801) during lunch. There will be no signups after this
meeting. And no crying either. The season begins mid-January!
Intramural 3 on 3 Basketball Sign-ups end today. The cost is $10 per team. Get the roster sheets from the main
receptionist’s desk and turn it in to Mr. Mueller or Mr. Johnson with the money.
The math department is looking for math tutors to help students in Math 6 through Algebra 2. If you are
interested in tutoring during your ILS or after school during Fun Math, please see Ms. Stanoff, room 814.
AFTER SCHOOL STUDY HALL: Monday- Massalha 205 Tuesday- Green 817
Wednesday (every other) – Rooney Room 108 Thursday- Dedman Room 203 Friday- Anderssohn Room 208
FUN MATH HOUR: Mon. Reynolds 809 Tues. Klinefelter 811 Every-Other Wed. Gallagher 812 Thur. Stanoff 814
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Upcoming Events and Exams
Club News and Meetings
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Today at 3:30 there is a mandatory Odyssey of the Mind meeting for ALL members in room 109. Please be
prompt, we are talking about fundraising.
Drama club will resume after the holiday break. See you then as we prepare “As You Like It”.
Sports
12/11-12/12 Pepsi Girls & Boys Basketball Invite @ Flagstaff High School
Boys Friday TBD
Casual Dress Days
1/6 Middle School Grand Canyon Youth Sponsor- Ms. Brown
Girls Friday 11:30 vs. Mohave