Robert E. Lee High School Virtual Counseling Office: October 2015

Friday, October 30, 2015

Announcements - Friday, Oct. 30, 2015

Today's Announcements:

Students in the Early College Program who are taking classes at FSCJ - today is the last day for course approval. See Dr. Keefe between 8:00a-12:00p.
Theta Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity - scholarship application due Oct 31
Congratulations to the Varsity Generals Football Team on their victory over Fletcher! The team is now headed to the play-offs!

REL Generals #ReachHigher Presentations:
The following universities, colleges, and programs have reserved time to speak with REL Seniors, Early Grads, and Juniors. Click on the links provided to learn more about the program and to register:

Nov. 13 - Academy of Art University
Nov. 17 - FAMU

REL Generals #ReachHigher #CollegeDaze
Congratulations to the seniors listed below* who have turned in official University Admission/Acceptance letters, Scholarship Award letters, or FAFSA Completion confirmation letters to their school counselor (new in blue)! These Generals will be added to a drawing for extra graduation tickets in May!

Majesty B. - Univ. of Alabama
Nicole B. - Bethune-Cookman University
Artavia B. - Bethune-Cookman University
Jasia B. - Bethune-Cookman University
Caryma C. - Bethune-Cookman University
Erica C. - Bethune-Cookman University
Brianna D. - Bethune-Cookman University
Antoniek E. - Bethune-Cookman University
Angelica H.- Bethune-Cookman University
Markia H. - Bethune-Cookman University
Rae J.- Bethune-Cookman University
Delicia L.- Bethune-Cookman University
Tamyiah M.- Bethune-Cookman University
Jada N. - Bethune-Cookman University
Daziyah S. - Bethune-Cookman University
Rodneisha W.- Bethune-Cookman University

*This information is posted on our webpage and at REL as a celebration of your hard work. If you would rather not have this information published, please let Dr. Keefe know. You can still be added to the drawing for tickets without the information being posted.

REL Calendar:

Oct 5-30 - 3rd Annual REL Food Drive (Saturday drop-off Oct. 10) - Student who brings in the most items wins a free prom ticket! See Ms. Thomas for more information.
Oct. 30 - Course approvals for students taking classes at FSCJ 8:00a-12:00p
Nov. 2 - UF College of Pharma cy Open Hou se - RSVP due
Nov. 10 - REL Blood Drive - 9a-1p at REL. RSVP with Ms. Thomas.
Nov. 16 - NHS applications due
June 10 - Senior Commencement Ceremony (a.k.a. Graduation) 1:00p Jacksonville Veteran's Arena
Juniors - Order your Class of 2017 hoodie and t-shirts here! Access code is genera4WH. Contact Ms. Thomas for more information.
Conversations with Dr. Vitti information
Senior Class Package Information - click here!
Yearbook "Save the Dates" - click here!

REL Sports and Clubs Information:

Lacrosse Interest Meeting - Nov. 5 at 2:10 in room 308.
2015 REL Football Game Schedule
Teen Yoga - Mondays 3:00p at Yoga Den Avondale
FCA Prayer meetings Mondays & Weds 7:05a @REL flagpole. Contact Mrs. Bloxom-Johnson for more info.
REL Amnesty International Club - meet Mon & Thurs at 2:10 in rm 881. Contact Mr. Benyard for more information.
Unashamed Bible Club at FSCJ - Prayer Circle Mon & Wed at 10a, Tues 10:30a - Bldg B walkway; Effective Witnessing - Tues 10:45 Bldg B grass area

Scholarship & Program Deadlines -

Theta Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity - Oct 31
Mercer Univ Scholarship Challenge - Nov 14
Adopt a Veteran - Nov 15
Dish Scholarship - Dec 1
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Oratorical Competition - Dec 11
Gates Scholars - Jan 15
Wings Over America - Due Feb 1
Luke Johnson "Act of Compassion" - May 2016
Navy ROTC scholarship
Scheidel Scholarship for students attending FSCJ past high school
Need more information about financial aid? Click here!
Scholarship search engines:

Thursday, October 29, 2015

College Conversations - FAMU Nov. 17

A representative from FAMU's Admissions Office will be at REL to present information about FAMU programs, answer questions, and review student transcripts. Students will need to complete a FAMU application online before meeting with the rep and sign up for the College Conversations event.

FAMU Application - http://www.famu.edu/index.cfm?admissions&ApplyOnline
FAMU College Conversation sign-up - click here!

NHS Application Due Date - EXTENDED!

Good news! The application deadline for National Honor Society (NHS) has been extended. The new deadline is:

Monday, November 16th, at 2:30 p.m.

Applications are available from Mrs. Sambol-Tosco, in room 878, on the Counselors' Counter (first floor, main building), or CLICK HERE!

Eligibility includes:
- Junior or Senior status
- 3.5 cumulative weighted GPA
- clean discipline record
- commitment to service projects and meetings

Announcements - Thursday, Oct. 29, 2015

Today's Announcements:

Lacrosse Interest Meeting - Nov. 5 at 2:10 in room 308.
Congratulations to the Lady Generals Slow Pitch Softball Team for their doubleheader sweep over Englwood! Next game is Monday at 4:30 at Paxon.
Tomorrow is the last day to drop off canned food items for the REL Food Drive! The person with the highest number of cans wins a ticket to prom. Currently, Anthony La. is in the lead!
Students in the Early College Program who are taking classes at FSCJ - Oct. 30 is the last day for course approval. See Dr. Keefe between 8:00a-12:00p.
Seniors can purchase Senior Package #1 today during REL lunches (10:30a-12:25p) in the Main Office. Package details are listed below in the REL Calendar section.
Theta Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity - scholarship application due Oct 31

Nov. 13 - Academy of Art University

Majesty B. - Univ. of Alabama
Nicole B. - Bethune-Cookman University
Artavia B. - Bethune-Cookman University
Jasia B. - Bethune-Cookman University
Caryma C. - Bethune-Cookman University
Erica C. - Bethune-Cookman University
Brianna D. - Bethune-Cookman University
Antoniek E. - Bethune-Cookman University
Angelica H.- Bethune-Cookman University
Markia H. - Bethune-Cookman University
Rae J.- Bethune-Cookman University
Delicia L.- Bethune-Cookman University
Tamyiah M.- Bethune-Cookman University
Jada N. - Bethune-Cookman University
Daziyah S. - Bethune-Cookman University
Rodneisha W.- Bethune-Cookman University

Oct 5-30 - 3rd Annual REL Food Drive (Saturday drop-off Oct. 10) - Student who brings in the most items wins a free prom ticket! See Ms. Thomas for more information.
Oct. 30 - Course approvals for students taking classes at FSCJ 8:00a-12:00p
Nov. 2 - UF College of Pharma cy Open Hou se - RSVP due
Nov. 10 - REL Blood Drive - 9a-1p at REL. RSVP with Ms. Thomas.
June 10 - Senior Commencement Ceremony (a.k.a. Graduation) 1:00p Jacksonville Veteran's Arena
Juniors - Order your Class of 2017 hoodie and t-shirts here! Access code is genera4WH. Contact Ms. Thomas for more information.
Conversations with Dr. Vitti information
Senior Class Package Information - click here!
Yearbook "Save the Dates" - click here!

REL Sports and Clubs Information:

2015 REL Football Game Schedule
Teen Yoga - Mondays 3:00p at Yoga Den Avondale
FCA Prayer meetings Mondays & Weds 7:05a @REL flagpole. Contact Mrs. Bloxom-Johnson for more info.
REL Amnesty International Club - meet Mon & Thurs at 2:10 in rm 881. Contact Mr. Benyard for more information.
Unashamed Bible Club at FSCJ - Prayer Circle Mon & Wed at 10a, Tues 10:30a - Bldg B walkway; Effective Witnessing - Tues 10:45 Bldg B grass area

Scholarship & Program Deadlines -

Theta Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity - Oct 31
Mercer Univ Scholarship Challenge - Nov 14
Adopt a Veteran - Nov 15
Dish Scholarship - Dec 1
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Oratorical Competition - Dec 11
Gates Scholars - Jan 15
Wings Over America - Due Feb 1
Luke Johnson "Act of Compassion" - May 2016
Navy ROTC scholarship
Scheidel Scholarship for students attending FSCJ past high school
Need more information about financial aid? Click here!
Scholarship search engines:

Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Announcements - Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015

Today's Announcements:

Celebrate Halloween a little early with the GSA Club! Meeting today 2:15p in Zimmerman's room.
Congratulations to Dominic Williams, FHSAA 4A District 1 Cross Country Champion, and Lindsey Vansant, 7th place Overall! The Boys CC Team advanced to Regionals this Saturday.
REL Tech Squad now taking applications! If you are interested in assisting Dr. Aviles with various tech requests at REL, please submit an application (available upon request to avilesa@duvalschools.org).
FCA meeting tomorrow at 2:15 in REL Cafeteria.

Nov. 13 - Academy of Art University

Majesty B. - Univ. of Alabama
Nicole B. - Bethune-Cookman University
Artavia B. - Bethune-Cookman University
Jasia B. - Bethune-Cookman University
Caryma C. - Bethune-Cookman University
Erica C. - Bethune-Cookman University
Brianna D. - Bethune-Cookman University
Antoniek E. - Bethune-Cookman University
Angelica H.- Bethune-Cookman University
Markia H. - Bethune-Cookman University
Rae J.- Bethune-Cookman University
Delicia L.- Bethune-Cookman University
Tamyiah M.- Bethune-Cookman University
Jada N. - Bethune-Cookman University
Daziyah S. - Bethune-Cookman University
Rodneisha W.- Bethune-Cookman University

Oct 5-30 - 3rd Annual REL Food Drive (Saturday drop-off Oct. 10) - Student who brings in the most items wins a free prom ticket! See Ms. Thomas for more information.
Oct. 30 - Course approvals for students taking classes at FSCJ 8:00a-12:00p
Nov. 2 - UF College of Pharma cy Open Hou se - RSVP due
Nov. 10 - REL Blood Drive - 9a-1p at REL. RSVP with Ms. Thomas.
June 10 - Senior Commencement Ceremony (a.k.a. Graduation) 1:00p Jacksonville Veteran's Arena
Juniors - Order your Class of 2017 hoodie and t-shirts here! Access code is genera4WH. Contact Ms. Thomas for more information.
Conversations with Dr. Vitti information
Senior Class Package Information - click here!
Yearbook "Save the Dates" - click here!

REL Sports and Clubs Information:

2015 REL Football Game Schedule
Teen Yoga - Mondays 3:00p at Yoga Den Avondale
FCA Prayer meetings Mondays & Weds 7:05a @REL flagpole. Contact Mrs. Bloxom-Johnson for more info.
REL Amnesty International Club - meet Mon & Thurs at 2:10 in rm 881. Contact Mr. Benyard for more information.
Unashamed Bible Club at FSCJ - Prayer Circle Mon & Wed at 10a, Tues 10:30a - Bldg B walkway; Effective Witnessing - Tues 10:45 Bldg B grass area

Scholarship & Program Deadlines -

Theta Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity - Oct 31
Mercer Univ Scholarship Challenge - Nov 14
Adopt a Veteran - Nov 15
Dish Scholarship - Dec 1
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Oratorical Competition - Dec 11
Gates Scholars - Jan 15
Wings Over America - Due Feb 1
Luke Johnson "Act of Compassion" - May 2016
Navy ROTC scholarship
Scheidel Scholarship for students attending FSCJ past high school
Need more information about financial aid? Click here!
Scholarship search engines:

Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Activity Cancellations - Oct. 27, 2015

The following activities are cancelled today due to weather conditions:
- Marathon High practice
- Softball practice

All other activities are to be held as scheduled.

Announcements - Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015

Today's Announcements:

Senior Showcase meeting - Oct. 27 at 2:15 in rm 321.

Nov. 13 - Academy of Art University

Majesty B. - Univ. of Alabama
Nicole B. - Bethune-Cookman University
Artavia B. - Bethune-Cookman University
Jasia B. - Bethune-Cookman University
Caryma C. - Bethune-Cookman University
Erica C. - Bethune-Cookman University
Brianna D. - Bethune-Cookman University
Antoniek E. - Bethune-Cookman University
Angelica H.- Bethune-Cookman University
Markia H. - Bethune-Cookman University
Rae J.- Bethune-Cookman University
Delicia L.- Bethune-Cookman University
Tamyiah M.- Bethune-Cookman University
Jada N. - Bethune-Cookman University
Daziyah S. - Bethune-Cookman University
Rodneisha W.- Bethune-Cookman University

Oct 5-30 - 3rd Annual REL Food Drive (Saturday drop-off Oct. 10) - Student who brings in the most items wins a free prom ticket! See Ms. Thomas for more information.
Oct. 30 - Course approvals for students taking classes at FSCJ 8:00a-12:00p
Nov. 2 - UF College of Pharma cy Open Hou se - RSVP due
Nov. 10 - REL Blood Drive - 9a-1p at REL. RSVP with Ms. Thomas.
June 10 - Senior Commencement Ceremony (a.k.a. Graduation) 1:00p Jacksonville Veteran's Arena
Juniors - Order your Class of 2017 hoodie and t-shirts here! Access code is genera4WH. Contact Ms. Thomas for more information.
Conversations with Dr. Vitti information
Senior Class Package Information - click here!
Yearbook "Save the Dates" - click here!

REL Sports and Clubs Information:

2015 REL Football Game Schedule
Teen Yoga - Mondays 3:00p at Yoga Den Avondale
FCA Prayer meetings Mondays & Weds 7:05a @REL flagpole. Contact Mrs. Bloxom-Johnson for more info.
REL Amnesty International Club - meet Mon & Thurs at 2:10 in rm 881. Contact Mr. Benyard for more information.
Unashamed Bible Club at FSCJ - Prayer Circle Mon & Wed at 10a, Tues 10:30a - Bldg B walkway; Effective Witnessing - Tues 10:45 Bldg B grass area

Scholarship & Program Deadlines -

Theta Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity - Oct 31
Mercer Univ Scholarship Challenge - Nov 14
Adopt a Veteran - Nov 15
Dish Scholarship - Dec 1
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Oratorical Competition - Dec 11
Gates Scholars - Jan 15
Wings Over America - Due Feb 1
Luke Johnson "Act of Compassion" - May 2016
Navy ROTC scholarship
Scheidel Scholarship for students attending FSCJ past high school
Need more information about financial aid? Click here!
Scholarship search engines:

Monday, October 26, 2015

Announcements - Monday, Oct. 26, 2015

Today's Announcements:

Congratulations to the 42 students who took advantage of College Quest activities last Friday! Fourteen students were awarded admissions to Bethune-Cookman University! The group also earned $288,000 in scholarships! This is a fantastic example of how the Class of 2017 is Destined to Lead!
Feeling stressed? Need to reset for the week? Yoga today 3:00p at Yoga Den Avondale (3635 St. Johns Ave - between Lee & FSCJ).

Nov. 13 - Academy of Art University

Majesty B. - Univ. of Alabama
Nicole B. - Bethune-Cookman University
Artavia B. - Bethune-Cookman University
Jasia B. - Bethune-Cookman University
Caryma C. - Bethune-Cookman University
Erica C. - Bethune-Cookman University
Brianna D. - Bethune-Cookman University
Antoniek E. - Bethune-Cookman University
Angelica H.- Bethune-Cookman University
Markia H. - Bethune-Cookman University
Rae J.- Bethune-Cookman University
Delicia L.- Bethune-Cookman University
Tamyiah M.- Bethune-Cookman University
Jada N. - Bethune-Cookman University
Daziyah S. - Bethune-Cookman University
Rodneisha W.- Bethune-Cookman University

Oct 5-30 - 3rd Annual REL Food Drive (Saturday drop-off Oct. 10) - Student who brings in the most items wins a free prom ticket! See Ms. Thomas for more information.
Oct. 30 - Course approvals for students taking classes at FSCJ 8:00a-12:00p
Nov. 2 - UF College of Pharma cy Open Hou se - RSVP due
Nov. 10 - REL Blood Drive - 9a-1p at REL. RSVP with Ms. Thomas.
June 10 - Senior Commencement Ceremony (a.k.a. Graduation) 1:00p Jacksonville Veteran's Arena
Juniors - Order your Class of 2017 hoodie and t-shirts here! Access code is genera4WH. Contact Ms. Thomas for more information.
Conversations with Dr. Vitti information
Senior Class Package Information - click here!
Yearbook "Save the Dates" - click here!

REL Sports and Clubs Information:

2015 REL Football Game Schedule
Teen Yoga - Mondays 3:00p at Yoga Den Avondale
FCA Prayer meetings Mondays & Weds 7:05a @REL flagpole. Contact Mrs. Bloxom-Johnson for more info.
REL Amnesty International Club - meet Mon & Thurs at 2:10 in rm 881. Contact Mr. Benyard for more information.
Unashamed Bible Club at FSCJ - Prayer Circle Mon & Wed at 10a, Tues 10:30a - Bldg B walkway; Effective Witnessing - Tues 10:45 Bldg B grass area

Scholarship & Program Deadlines -

Theta Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity - Oct 31
Mercer Univ Scholarship Challenge - Nov 14
Adopt a Veteran - Nov 15
Dish Scholarship - Dec 1
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Oratorical Competition - Dec 11
Gates Scholars - Jan 15
Wings Over America - Due Feb 1
Luke Johnson "Act of Compassion" - May 2016
Navy ROTC scholarship
Scheidel Scholarship for students attending FSCJ past high school
Need more information about financial aid? Click here!
Scholarship search engines:

Friday, October 23, 2015

Announcements - Friday, Oct 23, 2015

Today's Announcements:

EC Juniors Registration at FSCJ is in room A-201 from 9a-12p TODAY!
EC Juniors and Seniors Course Approval session dates/times:

Oct. 22^nd 11:00a - 2:30p
Oct. 23^rd 8:00a-10:00a
Oct. 30th* - 8:00a-12:00p

*Students who opt to come by REL on Oct. 30th will need to work with Ms. Naita for an alternate registration date.

REL Homecoming 2015 Dress Up Themes & Activities -

Oct. 21 - Super Hero & Senior Class Ice-Cream Social during 8th block- must have a current REL ID to participate
Oct. 22 - Wacky-Tacky Day & VolLEEball Tournament - sign up in rm 892 to participate; $1 admission
Oct. 23 - School Spirit & Homecoming Game

Nov. 13 - Academy of Art University

Majesty Brown - University of Alabama

Oct 12 - Nov 4 - FSCJ Registration Information for students taking classes at FSCJ
Oct 5-30 - 3rd Annual REL Food Drive (Saturday drop-off Oct. 10) - Student who brings in the most items wins a free prom ticket! See Ms. Thomas for more information.
Nov. 2 - UF College of Pharma cy Open Hou se - RSVP due
Nov. 10 - REL Blood Drive - 9a-1p at REL. RSVP with Ms. Thomas.
June 10 - Senior Commencement Ceremony (a.k.a. Graduation) 1:00p Jacksonville Veteran's Arena
Juniors - Order your Class of 2017 hoodie and t-shirts here! Access code is genera4WH. Contact Ms. Thomas for more information.
Conversations with Dr. Vitti information
Senior Class Package Information - click here!
Yearbook "Save the Dates" - click here!

REL Sports and Clubs Information:

2015 REL Football Game Schedule
Teen Yoga - Mondays 3:00p at Yoga Den Avondale
FCA Prayer meetings Mondays & Weds 7:05a @REL flagpole. Contact Mrs. Bloxom-Johnson for more info.
REL Amnesty International Club - meet Mon & Thurs at 2:10 in rm 881. Contact Mr. Benyard for more information.
Unashamed Bible Club at FSCJ - Prayer Circle Mon & Wed at 10a, Tues 10:30a - Bldg B walkway; Effective Witnessing - Tues 10:45 Bldg B grass area

Scholarship & Program Deadlines -

Theta Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity - Oct 31
Mercer Univ Scholarship Challenge - Nov 14
Adopt a Veteran - Nov 15
Dish Scholarship - Dec 1
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Oratorical Competition - Dec 11
Gates Scholars - Jan 15
Wings Over America - Due Feb 1
Luke Johnson "Act of Compassion" - May 2016
Navy ROTC scholarship
Scheidel Scholarship for students attending FSCJ past high school
Need more information about financial aid? Click here!
Scholarship search engines:

Thursday, October 22, 2015

Announcements - Thursday, Oct. 22

Today's Announcements:

EC Juniors and Seniors Course Approval session dates/times:

Oct. 22^nd 11:00a - 2:30p
Oct. 23^rd 8:00a-10:00a
Oct. 30th* - 8:00a-12:00p

*Students who opt to come by REL on Oct. 30th will need to work with Ms. Naita for an alternate registration date.

REL Homecoming 2015 Dress Up Themes & Activities -

Oct. 21 - Super Hero & Senior Class Ice-Cream Social during 8th block- must have a current REL ID to participate
Oct. 22 - Wacky-Tacky Day & VolLEEball Tournament - sign up in rm 892 to participate; $1 admission
Oct. 23 - School Spirit & Homecoming Game

Nov. 13 - Academy of Art University

Majesty Brown - University of Alabama

Oct 12 - Nov 4 - FSCJ Registration Information for students taking classes at FSCJ
Oct 5-30 - 3rd Annual REL Food Drive (Saturday drop-off Oct. 10) - Student who brings in the most items wins a free prom ticket! See Ms. Thomas for more information.
Nov. 2 - UF College of Pharma cy Open Hou se - RSVP due
Nov. 10 - REL Blood Drive - 9a-1p at REL. RSVP with Ms. Thomas.
June 10 - Senior Commencement Ceremony (a.k.a. Graduation) 1:00p Jacksonville Veteran's Arena
Juniors - Order your Class of 2017 hoodie and t-shirts here! Access code is genera4WH. Contact Ms. Thomas for more information.
Conversations with Dr. Vitti information
Senior Class Package Information - click here!
Yearbook "Save the Dates" - click here!

REL Sports and Clubs Information:

2015 REL Football Game Schedule
Teen Yoga - Mondays 3:00p at Yoga Den Avondale
FCA Prayer meetings Mondays & Weds 7:05a @REL flagpole. Contact Mrs. Bloxom-Johnson for more info.
REL Amnesty International Club - meet Mon & Thurs at 2:10 in rm 881. Contact Mr. Benyard for more information.
Unashamed Bible Club at FSCJ - Prayer Circle Mon & Wed at 10a, Tues 10:30a - Bldg B walkway; Effective Witnessing - Tues 10:45 Bldg B grass area