ACT Testing

Attention parents of juniors and seniors:

The ACT test will be given at Red Lion Area SHS on Saturday, December 8th.  This test is based on information that students are learning in high school in the areas of reading, language arts, math, science, and writing.  Colleges will accept scores from either the ACT or SAT for admission purposes.

NEW THIS YEAR!  Students must provide a photo ID at the time of registration (photo must be scanned in) as well as upon entering the test location on test day.  Students will not be admitted to the testing site without a photo ID.

Seniors who want to improve their SAT scores should consider taking this test.  Juniors who want to get an early start on their college entrance testing should consider taking this test.

ACT registration materials are available in the Guidance Office.  The deadline for registration is November 2nd.

Please do not reply to this message.  If you have specific questions, we ask that you contact your child's guidance counselor.

Financial Aid Seminar!

Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, November 14th from 7-8 pm -- at this time, the RLAHS Guidance Office will be offering a presentation to parents on the financial aid process and EducationPlanner website.

Who may attend?

Parents of students in grades 9-12; we strongly encourage those parents of juniors and seniors to attend.

Is there a cost to attend?

No, this is a free program offered to our parents.

Where will it be held?

Here at the high school, in the library.  Registration is limited due to computers available.

How do I register?

Simply call the Guidance Office at 246.1611, ext. 6 and ask to be registered for this event, as we need to prepare for your attendance.  Please register by November 12, 2012.

November College Visits

 

NOVEMBER COLLEGE VISITS

November 1                        8:30                        Houghton College

                                             11:30                       Edinboro University

November 6                        8:00                        Lancaster School of Nursing

November 7                        2:00                        Hollins University

November 8                       11:30                       Rochester Inst of Tech

November 14                      9:15                        Mansfield

November 27                    10:00                        Shippensburg

If you are interested in attending any of these college visits, please see the guidance office.

News from Social Studies...

            As we get closer to November, the Social Studies department is gearing-up for the elections.  Several classes are working on fun election projects while the whole school is expected to get involved in the upcoming school-wide elections.

            Ms. Axe’s classes are working on the campaigns of the presidential candidates as they have been “hired” by the candidates to shake things up.  They will be designing new slogans, writing plans to secure 270 of the 538 electoral votes, creating game plans for subgroups, making a crisis management plan, preparing for events, creating TV advertisements, and finally writing a speech for the day before the elections.  This effort will show the students what it might be like to get involved in a campaign.  Students will learn how exciting elections can be! 

            Additionally, the Social Studies department will be conducting a school-wide mock election.  Students will be called upon to create informative videos about the upcoming elections.  On the day of the elections, students will run the voting booths and even get involved with political campaigning.  We hope to wrap up the exciting election season with a visit to a local polling location. 

The Voice of the Lion's says...

Tomorrow, the Red Lion Boys Soccer team will face Hershey High in the opening round of District Playoffs.  Please wish them well, and come out to support if you can.  Game time is 2:45 at Hershey High School. 

College Questions?

Did you ever wonder what it takes to get into college?  Well, now is your time to ask questions!

What are the secrets of college admissions? Ask TODAY!   Three college admissions officers will answer your questions about "getting in."

College application deadlines are approaching. Do you have questions about the process? Want to know how admissions offices really make their decisions? Here's your chance. Admissions officers at three prestigious universities will answer your questions about getting in, live on an upcoming TODAY broadcast and on TODAY.com. Submit your questions on today.com; video submissions are welcome (please say your name, where you live, and then ask your question).

ACT Testing

Attention parents of juniors and seniors:

The ACT test will be given at Red Lion Area SHS on Saturday, December 8th.  This test is based on information that students are learning in high school in the areas of reading, language arts, math, science, and writing.  Colleges will accept scores from either the ACT or SAT for admission purposes.

NEW THIS YEAR!  Students must provide a photo ID at the time of registration (photo must be scanned in) as well as upon entering the test location on test day.  Students will not be admitted to the testing site without a photo ID.

Seniors who want to improve their SAT scores should consider taking this test.  Juniors who want to get an early start on their college entrance testing should consider taking this test.

ACT registration materials are available in the Guidance Office.  The deadline for registration is November 2nd.

Please call the Guidance Office if you should have any questions as to how this test may benefit your child.

York County School of Technology

Attention 9th grade students:

What do you want to do after high school?  Did you know that more and more careers require technical training?  If you’re like most teenagers, you are at a time in your life when you’re faced with some tough choices.  College?  The Military?  Additional training following high school?  York County School of Technology has your future in mind and can teach you the skills necessary for success in your chosen career field.  York County School of Technology applications are available in the Guidance Office. 

Applications for York Tech will be due on November 30th.

Parent Meeting--EdPlanner and Financial Aid

Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, November 14th from 7-8 pm -- at this time, the RLAHS Guidance Office will be offering a presentation to parents on the financial aid process and EducationPlanner website.

Who may attend?

Parents of students in grades 9-12; we strongly encourage those parents of juniors and seniors to attend.

Is there a cost to attend?

No, this is a free program offered to our parents.

Where will it be held?

Here at the high school, in the library.  Registration is limited due to computers available.

How do I register?

Simply call the Guidance Office at 246.1611, ext. 6 and ask to be registered for this event, as we need to prepare for your attendance.  Please register by November 12, 2012.

We hope to see you there!!

PIN and the FAFSA

Are you a parent of senior?  Or, perhaps a junior, sophomore, or freshman?  Important information presented below regarding the FAFSA and FAFSA4caster....read on.

What is the purpose of the FAFSA4caster?
Free online tool to provide students with an early estimate of eligibility for financial student aid.  The site is meant for those not yet ready to apply for financial aid.
When student clicks on "Submit my FAFSA4caster now" the site instantly calculates estimated EFC (Estimated Financial Contribution) and sample award packages; however, nothing is actually sent to the federal processor.
Information from the FAFSA4caster will prepopulate on the FAFSA when the student goes online to complete the form as a senior, thereby saving time.
This site is recommended for students (with their parents) in middle school as well as high school juniors as a tool to provide early awareness of financial aid opportunities and educate students about the financial aid process.  It is NOT an official application and does not require a PIN.
FAFSA4caster is accessible at FederalStudentAid.ed.gov

What is a PIN used for?
The PIN is used to sign the FAFSA electronically, decreasing processing time.  Without a PIN, an applicant must print off a signature page and mail it, or sign a rejected SAR (Student Aid Report) once it's processed (approximately 3 weeks).
The PIN allows an applicant to sign the FAFSA and student loan master promissory note (MPS).  The PIN also provides access to an applicant's information on FAFSA on the Web, allows an applicant to view FAFSA processing results, to make corrections, to file a FAFSA based on previously completed data, and to view online information about federal student aid received.
Parent PIN allows a parent of a dependent student to sign the FAFSA electronically.
The PIN can be obtained at pin.ed.gov

Who needs a PIN?
The student applicant needs their own PIN and uses it as long as they are in school.
One parent of a dependent student needs a PIN and uses it for ALL children as long as they are in school.  If it's a single parent household, that's the parent who needs the PIN.  Otherwise, either parent is fine.
The PIN remains active for 18 months.  If unused, it will be disabled and use should call 1.800.433.3243 for reactivation.

The best time to apply for a PIN is shortly before completing the FAFSA online -- for those of you who are parents of seniors, we recommend that you begin this process now.  You may complete the FAFSA for the 2013-14 school year after January 1st.  By having the PIN number established now, you are able to submit your FAFSA much faster.

Foreign Language News

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Fall is a busy time of year for the Foreign Language Department.    All of the languages are doing new and exciting activities.  The German classes at RLASH are excited to welcome four exchange students from Germany who will spend three weeks with host families in the Red Lion Area.  This is part of the Leinfelden-Echterdingen exchange program with York County.  Next summer 20 students from York County will travel to Germany.  While at Red Lion, the German students will attend school with their hosts four times, tour York County and surrounding areas, and spend time with their host families.  Red Lion German students will have an opportunity to meet and interview the German students in their native language.  Hosting exchange students this year are:  Gavin Murray, Graeme Nelson, Eric Soskin, and Kimberlyn Pennington.

Latin students are off to an excellent start this school year.  New Latin I students have been using their knowledge of English Grammar and Vocabulary to connect to their new language.  They will soon be involved in using technology to create “Derivative Trees” which explore the relationship of a Latin Root Word to their many English Derivatives.  Upper level students are continuing to investigate new grammatical structures and vocabulary terms.  Latin II students used their creativity to create review games, which they had the opportunity to share with their class and eventually other Latin I classes.  All are continuing to explore the many facets of Ancient Roman Culture and History and its influences on our modern American Society.  Carpe Diem!

In French class, November 1 will see the arrival of La Toussaint (All Soul’s Day).  The French do not celebrate Halloween but they decorate the graves of loved-ones with flowers and luminaries or lanterns.  November 5, La Fete de Saint Barbara marks the beginning of the Christmas season for the French.  The French also celebrate the harvest during this time.  In southern France especially, wheat is placed on the church altar.

November 1 marks the “Día de los Muertos” for many Spanish speaking countries.  Many classes will be creating and decorating their own skeletons to commemorate this day.  Classes will then vote for the most creative skeletons.  Some of the most creative skeletons in previous years have included ones with current apparel styles, boa skirts, a “Dumbledore” look alike, and a nerd.  Check out the skeletons from last year in Mrs. Repanshek‘s or Mrs. Ludwig’s rooms.  This is always a favorite activity.

Art Department News...

The National Art Honor Society is putting the finishing touches to the posters used for this years homecoming.  NAHS students have created posters for homecoming for several years.  These posters help the members to earn service hours as well as to create art for the school community.

Technology Education

Katelyn W. and Mr. Roats junior block student, Mylinda J., worked on signage for the Agriculture float for tonight’s parade in the Graphics shop. Hope to see you at the parade.

Member of the Automotive Systems / Internal Combustion Engines class have been learning how to perform vehicle maintenance on Mr. Roats 1997 Jeep Wrangler. Things covered and performed this year are as follows:

Year                          1997

Make                       Jeep

Model                     Wrangler TJ

Engine                     4.0 L Straight 6

Oil/Capacity--6 quarts--Valvoline Max Life 10W-40--STP Additive--231,000

Oil Filter STP S-16--8/28/12

Grease Fittings--White Lithium   8/29/12

Manual Transmission AX-15--3.25 quarts--Valvoline HP 75W-90--232,000--9/4/12         

Transfer Case NV-231--1.5 quarts--ATF/Castrol Transmax--232,000--9/14/12

Front Differential--2 quarts-- Sta Lube GL-5 Gear Oil 80W-90--232,000--9/10/12

Rear Differential--2 quarts--Sta Lube GL-5 Gear Oil 80W-90--232,000--9/11/12

Spark Plugs—6--Champion Copper Plus .035 gap--233,000--9/19/12

College Night

College Night will be held on Monday, October 15th, from 6-8 pm at the Grumbacher Sports and Fitness Center at York College.  Guidance counselors will be attending the fair and students who wish to receive credit toward their graduation project should stop by the Red Lion table to register with a counselor.

Reminder from the Guidance Office...

The deadline for registering for the PSAT's is Friday, October 12th--absolutely NO late registrations will be permitted.  Stop by the Guidance Office today, with your $22, to register.

College Visitation

College Visitations

Hi everyone:  October is going to be A BUSY MONTH in the Guidance Office for college visitations!  Interested students should stop by.

October 9                    8:30                 West Chester

                                    9:30                 Central Penn College

                                    9:45                 Lock Haven

October 10                  8:00                 St. Joseph’s University

                                    9:30                 Elizabethtown

October 15                  8:00                 Weidner University

                                    9:45                 Delaware Valley

                                    10:30               Salisbury University

                                    11:00               Coastal Carolina University

                                    1:15                 Mt. Aloysius College

October 16                  8:00                 Carlow University

                                    8:30                 Bloomsburg U

                                    9:30                 Stevenson University

                                    9:45                 Arcadia University

                                    10:30               Wilkes University

                                    1:00                 Penn College of Technology

                                    2:00                 Gettysburg

October 17                  10:30               Temple University

                                    11:00               Albright

October 18                  10:00               Univ of Mass

                                    11:00               Lebanon Valley

October 23                  9:00                 Grove City College

                                    1:00                 Kutztown University

October 25                  8:00                 Seton Hill

                                    9:00                 Clarion

                                    12:30               Wilson College (female)

October 30                  10:30               Messiah College                     

The Voice of the Lions says...

Here is what our varsity sports teams have done since we last blogged:

Boys Varsity Golf

Dover match at Grandview-

RL placed 3rd with a team score of 408

Brandon Stine - 76

Kevin Crumbling - 83

James Caskey - 78

Mike Renga - 83

Dylan Reichard - 88

New Oxford match at Bridges-

RL placed 3rd with a score of 422

Brandon Stine - 77

Kevin Crumbling - 82

James Caskey - 85

Mike Renga - 92

Dylan Reichard - 86

Ian Schaeffer - 92

Spring Grove match at Hickory Heights-

RL placed 3rd with a score of 422

Kevin Crumbling - 75

James Caskey - 79

Mike Renga - 86

Dylan Reichard - 90

Ian Schaeffer - 92

Overall Record

30-12 (90 pts.) 3rd place

--------------------------Updated 10/2/12------------------------------------

Girls Varsity Tennis

Red Lion Girls Tennis Results

League Matches

Won - Dover 5-2

Lost - Northeastern 3-4

Lost - Spring Grove  0-7

Lost - Susquehannock  2-5

Lost – Central 7-0

Lost – Southwestern 5-2

1 - 5

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Non- League Matches

Won - Hanover 6-1

Won - West York 4-3

Lost - Kennard Dale 0-7

Lost - York Suburban 3-4

Lost - McCaskey 2-4

2 – 3

Overall Record: 3 wins, 8 Losses

--------------------------Updated 10/2/12------------------------------------

Boys and Girls Varsity Cross Country

The boys cross country team notched  3 more wins against Fairfield  Spring grove and York Suburban.  Caleb Gatchell set a course record with a time of 17:07. Nick Mcabe was second. Josh Pardoe, Ethan Gatchell, and Nate Pardoe were all top ten finishers.

The Girls lost to a strong york suburburban team but cruised to victory over  Farifield and Spring Grove.  Amanda Wivell, Naomi Scharf and Julia Kendrick were the top finisher for the Lions.

boys                           girls

At Spring Grove
RL 20	RL 46
YS 38	YS 17
RL 20	RL 16
SG 29	SG 45
RL 15	RL 15
FF 47	FF 50

The Cross country team traveled to Biglerville next to take on York Tech, York Catholic and The Canners.  Both the boys and girls teams won against all their competitors.

Individually, there were some much improved times in the girls race. Julia Kendrick took first overall with a time of 20:53, Amanda Wivell was second overall with a time of 21:16 and Naomi Scharf took third to complete the sweep for the girls with a time of 21:23.

In the boys race Caleb Gatchell came in first with a time of 16:59.  Nate Pardoe, Nick McCabe, Josh Pardoe, Ethan Gatchell and Andrew Erickson were all top ten to secure victory for the Lions.

The Cross Country team then hosted a five team home meet against Dallastown, West York, Bermudian Springs and Susquehannock. In the boys race, Caleb Gatchell led the Lions with a time of 17:11. Nick McCabe, Josh Pardoe and Nate Pardoe ran strong to seal the win for the Lions. The Boys improved there record to 10 win and 0 losses.

The Girls took the first three places in their race to secure the sweep for the Lions. Amanda Wivell, Naomi Scharf and Julia Kendrick ran outstanding races on our home turf to notch four wins, their record is now 9 and 1

Congrats goes out to the seniors on their hard work and dedication over the years. Thanks Seniors!

The Cross Country team traveled to the 20^th annual Carlisle Invitational.  Caleb Gatchell brought home an 18^th place trophy with his personal best time of 16:26. As a team the boys were 7^th against a strong field of runners from New York, New Jersey, Maryland and PA. Congrats to the boys on their excellent racing. Way to go guys!

In the girls race Julia Kendrick led the way for the Lions with a personal best time of 20:26, good for 37^th overall.  Amanda Wivell was 44^th with a 20:42. The girls finished 11^th overall in the elite race.  Nice Job girls, keep up the good work

--------------------------Updated 10/2/12------------------------------------

Girls Varsity Field Hockey

Field hockey is 12-2 overall and ranked 7 in District III.

8-31  RL 4 and Red Land 0

9-3  RL 0 and Dt 1  OT

9-6  RL 5 and New Oxford 1

9-10 RL 3 and West York 0

9-11 RL 3 and Dover 0

9-13  RL 5 and South Western 2

9-15 RL 5 and Gettysburg 3

9-15 RL 3 and Mifflinburg 1

9-17 RL 4 and Spring Grove 0

9-19   RL 4 and Northeastern 1

9-21  RL 3 and Central 1

9-25    RL 0 and Dallastown 2

9-27  RL 3 and New Oxford  1

10-1   RL 3 and Dover 0

--------------------------Updated 10/2/12------------------------------------

 

Boys Varsity Soccer

Team Record:

7-4 overall

3-3 in Division 1

Lost to Southwestern 2-1 in OT

Won against West York 2-1

Lost to Dallastown 2-1

Lost to York Suburban 3-2

Won against New Oxford 8-1

Won against Northeastern 2-0

Won against Kennard Dale 5-2

Won against Central York 1-0

Lost to Southwestern 1-0

Won against Spring Grove 4-0

Won against Dover 1-0

--------------------------Updated 10/2/12------------------------------------

Girls Varsity Soccer

Team Record:

6 Wins

6 Losses

2 Ties

Won against Southwestern 2-0

Won against Kennard Dale 9-2

Won against Warwick 1-0

Lost to Central York 1-2  in the 2nd Overtime

Tied with Southwestern 2-2 after 2 Overtimes

Lost to Susquehannock 1-2

Tied with Spring Grove 1-1 after 2 Overtimes

--------------------------Updated 10/2/12------------------------------------

Varsity Football

Sept. 21^st – Lost to West York 44-0.

Sept. 28^th – Won against Kennard-Dale 35-10

Be sure to visit www.maxpreps.com for all the game stats.

--------------------------Updated 10/2/12------------------------------------