The talent was shining at the recent "Kennedy's Got Talent" Show. Winning first place was Nicole Ly (left) with an incredible 'you-had-to-see-it-to-believe-it' performance on Chinese Yo Yo (click here to view that winning performance). Murray Kemp pumped the audience with an original rap song for second place. Also wowing the crowd to win third place were Jorge Papoca and Nathan Johnson (see below), Coordinators for this event were Mr. Telschow and Ms. Grohs. Click here to see a 4-minute video of snippets of the show.

Academic Lettering applications can be picked up in the administrative office starting March 18 (Thursday). The deadline for submitting those applications is Wednesday, March 31, 2010. Additional information about the distribution of letters/pins will be made available after spring break.

Students in the Kennedy High School Art program were recently honored for their artistic talents in the 2010 Minnesota Scholastic Art Award competition. Five Kennedy students were judged to be among the best in the state of Minnesota. A panel of art education professionals from across the country judged the competition, which was administered by the Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD). Earning Silver Key honors were: Nantaporn Sinchai (Silver Key, Merit Award, and Merit Award-Portfolio) and Olivia Wood (Silver Key). Earning Merit Awards were Karin Johnson, Jen Silverman, and Raeann Oxborough.

Graduation planning is already in full swing as Kennedy seniors prepare for their June 10, 2010 graduation date. This year the graduation ceremony will be held at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Seating will be more limited than in years past, but parking in nearby ramps and lots will be plentiful. Cost of graduation this year is $65. Fees and registration forms are due to be turned in to Carol Seal in the attendance office by Tuesday, April 20th. For more info and for the registration form, click here. To view a Quicktime slide show of the Minneapolis Convention Center graduation site, click here. The last day of school for the JFK seniors is June 8th.

Students planning on attending college as a post-secondary choice will need to take either the ACT or SAT placement exam. The registration deadlines for these tests are quickly approaching. The registration deadline for the next ACT test *was* Friday, March 5th. The registration deadline for the next SAT test is March 25th. Registration materials are available in the Counseling Office. Please see Mrs. Mayerle or your counselor if you have any questions.

Tuesday, March 23 --  Required Pre-Registration meeting for all students taking AP Tests during Team Time/Tutorial in the auditorium.

Questions? Contact Sara Dahl-Wyland (952-681-6919; sdahl@bloomington.k12.mn.us) or Marilyn Hellweg (952-681-5097); mhellweg@bloomington.k12.mn.us)

AP Test Dates -- May 3-14. Find the College Board testing schedule here.

News

LaCrosse captain's practices start Monday, March 8

Kennedy boys' lacrosse will be holding captain's practices in the main gym from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the following dates:

Monday, March 8 through Thursday, March 11;

Monday, March 15 through Thursday, March 18;

Monday, March 22 through Thursday, March 25.

There will be adult supervision for these sessions, and there is no charge for these sessions.

An informational meeting for parents and players will be held on Monday, March 15 in the JFK HS Cafeteria at 8 p.m. Coach Oberhamer will be there to answer any questions. Contact Karen Van Sloun at karen.vansloun@gmail.com or at 952-881-2386.

Events

Yearbook Sales:

Click here for access to Yearbook Order Form and Senior Ad Form. Contact Ms. Hoblit for info or to submit Senior Pictures.

Kennedy HS to present "You Can't Take It With You "

Bloomington Kennedy High School will present their spring play "You Can't Take It With You." The play will run April 30 and May 1 at 7 p.m. and May 2 at 3 p.m. Click here to view the poster with more information.

Prom Committee:  See Ms. Juul for more info.

2010 Grad Party information:

Click here for a party invitation and here for release forms

2010 Senior Class All-Night Party:

Please join in the fun of planning the 2010 Senior Class All-Night Party on Graduation night! Meetings are scheduled for 7 p.m. in the JFK Library on Thursday, Feb. 4 and 18, March 4 and 18, and every Thursday in April and May. Contact Julie Frankhouser @ 952-888-1017 for more information or email: julie.frankhouser@comcast.net.

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