Chris Clarkson, local author of the young adult novel, "That Summer Night on Frenchmen Street" , visited the HS Library this week. Clarkson discussed his writing process and answered student questions about editing, character development, and publishing. Copies of his book will be available for purchase at the High School Book Fair next week.
The Willow High School Orchestra is performing tonight at our Middle School's Marsalis Auditorium at 5:30-6:30pm. Hope you can make it!
Come to the PTSA Coffee in the HS Library! Wednesday, Nov. 20 at 8am. Hope to see you there!
The Willow School Block Party is Nov. 14! The deadline to order t-shirts with artwork by Tallulah Michalopoulos is Monday, Nov. 4 at 5 PM. Order shirts here: https://willowschoolptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/2024BlockParty.
It takes all of us to throw a party as big as Block Party! We need help setting up, breaking down and working the booths. Sign up for a time slot now at https://tinyurl.com/bdhfrssu. See you at Block Party!
Congratulations to Tallulah Michalopoulos for her winning art design on the 2024 Block Party t-shirt! It is for sale on the Block Party website. Stay tuned for more great artwork from the winners of our art competition! https://willowschoolptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/store/product/BLK-SHIRT
Join us for the Volleyball team’s Pink Game today and support breast cancer research. The JV game begins at 4:30 in our gym, with Varsity to follow. See you there!
Volunteer opportunities for "Latter Library Really, REALLY Big Book Sale" are now open. Sale date: Saturday, Nov. 16, Latter Library, 5120 St Charles Ave., There are also opportunities for set-up on Friday, Nov. 15. If you are interested in earning service hours while supporting the local community, go to this link to see what days and time slots are available and to sign-up. Please click on the following web link (or copy it into your web browser if clicking doesn't work) to go to the signup sheet: volunteersignup.org/LTJAL
To sign up, just follow the instructions on the page. It only takes a few seconds to do.
Need service hours? Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans needs volunteers! Evening & Weekend Shifts Available! Help sort, package, and distribute food to those in need. Your time and effort directly impact families facing hunger. Sign up today and experience the rewarding feeling of giving back. https://no-hunger.org/volunteer/
Step into The Cave Gallery to experience the work of C. Molina's mysterious dancing Ghost Orchid and listen to the story of a cocooned bagworm that describes their life cycle. Come find a dark corner to be lost within.
Need service hours? The Junior League of New Orleans needs hands-on assistance in their air-conditioned Diaper Bank warehouse! Typical volunteer sessions last 2-3 hours, and involve counting, sorting, and wrapping diapers, period supplies or adult incontinence products. The warehouse is located in Elmwood and you can sign up here: www.tinyurl.com/jlnodiapersort. Please bring your Willow High School service form to be signed. Thank you for helping our community!
We are super proud of Willow's National Merit Scholars--our Semifinalists and our Commended Scholars! Way to go, Lions!
Medical students from LSU and Tulane will host a Zoom workshop on applying for college. The event will include sessions on: finding the right fit when applying to college, how to craft a successful personal statement, how to apply broadly for scholarships, and panels with college counselors. Oct. 20, 9 AM - 12 PM; Zoom; https://lsuhsc.zoom.us/j/91438706448; Meeting ID: 914 3870 6448 Link to registration form: https://forms.gle/bBjy3FcL2j1dSErd9
Come to our School Safety Summit on Oct. 3 at 5:30pm in the Middle School auditorium. Meet our incredible partners who support student well-being and campus safety. From mental health resources to security initiatives, these partners work with us to ensure that every student has the opportunity to learn and grow in a safe environment.
Attention Juniors!
The Coolidge Scholarship is a full-ride, four- year, merit scholarship that recipients may use for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in the United States. Any high school junior who plans to enroll in college in the fall of 2026 and is an American citizen or legal permanent resident is eligible to apply. Winners may use the scholarship to pursue any academic major. The scholarship requires reading assignments and essays. Therefore students are encouraged to begin the application early.
Deadline to apply is Dec. 11. https://coolidgescholars.org/
Congrats to Willow Volleyball! JV Won 2-0, Varsity won 3–1 vs. St. Martin's! Go, Lions!
Check out this scholarship opportunity!
Horatio Alger Association
Award Amount: 105 scholarships at $25,000 each
Eligibility Requirements:
Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the U.S. immediately after high school graduation (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution); Demonstrate critical financial need ($65,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required); Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities; Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity; Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 For more info: https://horatioalger.org/scholarships/
Order your Willow Spirit Shirt now!
Our first High School Parent Coffee for the year is today, Wednesday, Aug. 28, in the library from 8:00-9:00 am. Come join us for a cup of coffee and learn what is going on at Willow!
Tonight is Willow High School's Back-to-School Night, at 6pm! Parents/Guardians are welcome to visit classrooms and meet their child's teachers for the 2024-2025 school year! Hope you can make it!
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
Deadline to Apply is Sept. 30
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. The Foundation has provided more than 6,900 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $84 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship
https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/
