Nitro Baseball

We would like to officially introduce Joe Gayda as our new head baseball coach.
There will be a meeting for any student interested in playing baseball on Wednesday January 6th at 6pm in the cafeteria.

Pat Vance Invitational

Don't forget we will be hosting the Pat Vance Invitational Wrestling Tournament Jan. 1 and 2nd.  Come out and support our boys as they compete.  

Hope everyone has enjoyed the break. Can't wait to see you at school on Monday #lovelearningleadership

Community Service Hours

Any student interested in volunteering at the Pat Vance Invitational wrestling tournament on January 1, 2 and 3 can contact Kevin Skeens at kskeens@maximcrane.com  or text him at 304 807 5704.  This events does qualify for community service hours.

Senior Trip

We only have 7 seats left for the senior trip to cedar point.  If you are interested bring your $25(Cash or Money Order) non refundable deposit to Neva ASAP.

Wildcat New Episode 2

http://bit.ly/1Qv0fPN

Chili Dinner and Holiday Concert

The Nitro Showcats Annual Chili Dinner is scheduled for this evening,  December 15, 2015 at Nitro High School. Dinner will be held in the commons from 5:00pm until 6:30pm.  Price is $8.00 and includes chili, crackers, dessert, drink, and the show. Concert time is 7:00pm and  will be held in the auditorium. The Show will feature The Nitro Showcats, The Nitro Sophisticats Girl's Ensemble, Nitro High School Dance Class, and The Nitro High School Baton Twirling Team. We are also pleased to announce the Kanawha Kordsmen  as our special guests, who will also be performing.  Come out for a great show and a great time.

12_11_15 Video Announcements

12_11_15 Video Announcements

Any student interested in Math Field Day needs to see Mr. Asbury by the end of the day Tuesday the 15th of December.

There will be a mandatory Cheer Meeting in room 215 directly at the bell.

Important Senior Trip Information

The senior trip will be on Friday, May 13th. We will be going to Cedar Point. Cost of the trip is $100 and includes park admission, unlimited drinks, and transportation. To reserve your spot on the bus, you can bring in a $25 non-refundable cash deposit beginning Monday, December 14. Deposit must be made by Friday, December 18 to guarantee your spot. Any questions or to turn in your deposit, see Mrs. Douglas in the office.

Baker Christmas Pics

Stop by Ms. Grant's room in Baker to get your pic made in front of the tree with your Christmas gear on 🌲

Stella & Dot Trunk Show and ZUMBATHON

NHS Cheer is hosting a Stella & Dot Trunk Show. Beautiful jewelry that makes the perfect Christmas gift. It will be held in the Nitro Commons Saturday, Dec. 12 from 9:00-12:00...if you can't make it, be sure to see a cheerleader or order online!

Saturday, December 19th NHS Cheer is hosting a ZUMBATHON in the gym! Come support the cheerleaders! Registration is at 8:30...dancing starts at 9:00! Prizes will be raffled off as well

There will be a prom committee meeting after school today in room 215. Please be prompt.

12-7-15 Announcements

http://bit.ly/1SJWMKQ

Baton Twirling Team

The Baton Twirling Team is actively looking for additional members.  Please see Ms. Amy in Baker 126 if interested.

Caroling

We will go Christmas caroling this Friday, December 11th. Meet at Pt. Harmony Elementary at 6:45pm so we can carol at 7pm in Westbrook.

Pep Club

Tuesday, December 8-- Wear your RED to show your support for the Nitro High Boys Basketball as they travel to Winfield! Game time is 7:30 at Winfield.

Wednesday, December 9th-- Black Out-- Wear your Black and show your support for the Girls Basketball team as they take on Winfield here at Nitro. Game time is 7pm.

Ben Franklin Parent Survey

Here is another link to the Ben Franklin parent survey.  This is a informational survey and open to all parents.

bit.ly/BFCC2015

12_4_15 Announcements

12_4_15 Announcements

12_3_15 Announcements

12_3_15 Announcements

Branches Domestic Violence Donations

The Nitro High School Dance Team along with Winfield High Dance Team will be collecting diapers, gently used or new bras, and feminine hygiene products for Branches Domestic Violence Shelter. There will be a box set up for donations in the office and at basketball games. They will be collecting donations until December 18th.

Ben Franklin Parent Survey

Dear parents of Nitro High School 9th,10th, and 11th grade students,

The administration and faculty of Ben Franklin Career Center invite you to participate in a brief survey in preparation for your students' visit to our school.

Ben Franklin Parent Survey

The purpose of the survey is to share some facts about career and technical education (CTE) and the wonderful educational opportunities available at Ben Franklin.

Thank you for your participation. We look forward to meeting our future students.

Paula Potter, Ed. D.
Principal Ben Franklin Career Center
ppotter@mail.kana.k12.wv.us
(304) 766-0369

11_30_15 Announcements

11_30_15 Announcements

LSIC

There will be a LSIC meeting in the commons on Thursday 12/3/15 @ 5:30.  We will be discussing changes to next years schedule and this years "After Prom"

Baton Twirling Team

The baton twirling team will be practicing after school from 3:15-4:30 on Wednesday, December 2nd . 

Nitro Showcats

You're Invited...so, mark your calendars.   Longaberger Basket Bingo will be held on Friday, December 4, 2015 at the Nitro Moose Lodge (3rd Floor) Sponsored by the Nitro Showcats.  Doors open @ 5:00 pm, and the games begin at 6:00 pm.  Price is $20.00 for 20 games.  Concessions will be sold.   All proceeds go to support the Nitro High School Show Choir.

Winter Formal Tickets

Winter Formal Tickets for the month of December are now $25 for a single and $50 for a couple.

Student Council Meeting

Student Council will be having a mandatory meeting Saturday, Dec. 5th at 10:00 in room 209.

Hoby Camp

Sophomores interested in HOBY Leadership Camp essays are due to Mrs. Watson in the counseling office by Wednesday, December 2nd

Debate Club

 Students interested in joining the Debate Club need to report to room 214 during anchor class on Wednesday 12/02.

College Algebra

College Algebra will be cancelled on Monday, November 30.  Class will be on Wednesday.

2016 1st Semester Finals Schedule

Monday 14th

Odd Block Classes

Finals in 1st and 5th

Tuesday 15th

Even Block Classes

Finals in 2nd and 6th

Wednesday 16th

Odd Block Classes

Finals in 3rd and 7th

Thursday 17th

Even Block Classes

Finals in 4th and 8th

Friday 18th

Early Out Schedule

11_19_15 Announcements

http://bit.ly/1MEPy6I

WNHS Wildcat News Episode 1

Please watch the premier episode of the new Wildcat News produced by the Media Productions Class!

Wildcat News

Rho Kappa

This is a reminder that Rho Kappa will meet during Anchor and this is for current members as well as those being inducted into Rho Kappa.

Money for College

Need money for college? We can help with that! Our school is hosting a financial aid workshop on Thursday, December 3rd at 6:00pm in the auditorium. Financial aid experts will be on hand to answer questions about state and federal financial aid, including West Virginia’s PROMISE Scholarship and the West Virginia Higher Education Grant. They will also cover how to fill out the FAFSA and other financial aid forms. Any student planning to pursue a certificate program, a two-year college degree, or a four-year college degree should attend.

Video Announcements 11_17_15

http://bit.ly/1j6arPX

Community Service Hours

Volunteers needed for the Secret Santa event at the South Charleston Community Center December 4th and 5th. See Jeanne Jarrett at the Volunteer Check-in Station or call her at 304-344-9029 / 304-610-4057. Community Service hours will be recorded & letter provided upon sign-out.

Papa John's pizza

National Honor Society members are selling the Papa John's cards below for $10.  All monies raised will go directly to Basket of Hope, a local charity that helps local children suffering with life-threatening illnesses.  See an Homor Society member or Ms. Grant to get your card!

Key Club

Key club meeting Wednesday 11/18 immediately after school in room 201.

Poetry Out Loud

Poetry out loud participants, please get your poems to Mrs. Gordon (room 201) ASAP. You need 3 copies of each poem & to fill out some paper work. Remember you only need 2 poems for school competition with any of these requirements:
Pre-20th century; 25
Lines or fewer; your choice. The competition will be held this Friday 11/20 in the auditorium starting approximately at 8am- arrive on time for school :-)

Rho Kappa Meeting

Rho Kappa will meet during anchor this Wednesday. This is a mandatory meeting for current members.

11-16-15 announcements

http://bit.ly/1HUaJzK

Baton Twirling Team

The Baton Twirling Team will be practicing this week on Tuesday and Friday from 3:15-4:30. Please be dressed in black with tennis shoes and hair off of face.

Kizmet Chandler-Yard Sale

The students that will be going on the Washington, D.C. trip will be hosting an Indoor Yard Sale/ Bazaar on December 5th from 8am-12pm.  Table spaces are $10.  If your group would like to have a table, please let me know.

Swing Sing

Swing Sing is on Sunday,  November 15th at 2:30 pm, Charleston Municipal Auditorium.  Please come out and support our Nitro High School award winning Show Choir. Tickets may be purchased from any Nitro Showcat member or in Baker 126.  Ticket price is $8.00

Media Productions-Announcements

The media production class will be filming announcements on Mon, Tue, Thurs and Fri. In order for announcements to be included, they must be in my mailbox by the end of 5th period on the day they will be filmed.

Video Announcements

11-13-15 Video Announcements

Congrats to Matt Harrison, Jacob Bradley, Andrew Stone, and Matt Jewell on signing to play college baseball today!!! #NitroNation

Swing Sing

Swing Sing tickets are on sale for $8.00 in Ms. Amy's room, Baker 126.  Please come out on Sunday afternoon at 2:30 pm, Charleston Municipal Auditorium, to support the Nitro Showcats in their first performance of the season.

Senior Baby Pictures

Seniors:  Baby Pictures for graduation slide show are due into Ms. Grant or Mrs. Petry by Dec. 18.  You can turn in a picture to be scanned and returned or you can email it to NHSseniorClass@gmail.com.

This is the picture that is displayed largely above you as you walk across the stage to receive your diploma.

Cheerleaders

Good Luck to our Wildcat Cheerleaders, as they travel to Parkersburg tomorrow to compete in the MSAC Cheer Competition. They received 5th place at Regionals! Congratulations and Good Luck ladies!

Winter Formal

Winter Formal tickets are now on sale until November 20th for $20.00 Single and $40.00 Couple. Formal is January 23, 2016 at the University of Charleston Ballroom. Freshmen are invited!

Can Food Drive Update

Thank you to everyone that participated in our canned food drive.  We collected over 2700 food items.  A special thanks to Nitro Supermarket for their support in helping us bring in 1200 more cans than the school on the other side of the bridge brought in.

9th Gr@de Boy$ B@$ketb@ll Tryout$

9th gr@de boy$ b@$ketb@ll tryout$ begin on Thur$d@y November 12th. It will be held from 3-5pm. @ny one wi$hing to tryout mu$t h@ve @ completed phy$ic@l turned in by 3pm on november 12th. No exception$

B@ttle of the Bridge

$tudent$- if you pl@n to @ttend the g@me tonight, ple@$e be in the $tudent $ection by 7:10pm.

Canned Food Drive

Just a reminder that tomorrow is the last day for the canned food drive.  We are asking that everyone bring in an item or two to help the less fortunate in our community.  An added bonus is beating the school on the other side of the bridge.

Cathy Harless-Winter Formal

Winter Formal tickets are now on sale in Mrs. Harness's room.  Cash payment only will be accepted.

4H Club Meeting

4H club meeting today during anchor block in room 207. Report to your anchor block teacher first before coming. There will be snacks!

Student Presale football tickets will be on sale in the office at lunch.

Student Presale football tickets will be on sale in the office at lunch.  Student tickets will be $5 here and $6 at the gate.

Poetry Out Loud

Any students interested in Poetry Out Loud need to sign up with Mrs. Gordon (room 201) on Thursday 11/5 and Friday 11/6 in lab. The school competition will be November 20th starting at 8am; you must know 3 poems. 1- 25 lines or fewer; 2- pre-19th century; 3-your choice. CASH prizes awarded: $75 1st place and bid to the state competition in March; 2nd place $50; 3rd place $25

Fruit Sale

The Nitro High School Marching Band is having their annual fruit sale.  Please see Mr. Brooks, or any member of the band for information.

Canned Food Drive

Students, don't forget our canned food drive.  We sure don't want to let those Red Dragons win the contest.  Turn in cans to your 8th period teacher.  Remember, while this is a contest, it's also a way you can help people in our community that are going through a tough time.

Cathy Harless-Fall Blood Drive

The Nitro Fall Blood Drive will be November 19th in the gym.  Students can sign up in my room (209) anytime during the day and after school till 3:30. If we get between 71 to 100 good pints of blood the American Red Cross will donate $500.00 towards a scholarship.  All students, 16 and up are encouraged to participate.  Not only will you be helping in the quest to save a life, you could also receive a scholarship towards money for college! (Parental consent is mandatory for 16 yr olds.)

Thanks again for being part of Nitro High and helping the Student Council with our endeavors!

Cathy Harless and the Officers of the NHS Student Council

Battle of the Bridge

This Friday for the Battle of the Bridge will be a white out!! Be sure to be at the St. Albans Football field by 7:10pm on Friday to take part in our pregame activities.

Baton Twirling Team

Practice for the Baton Twirling Team will be Wednesday from 3-4:30 in the choir room.  Please be dressed in black, hair back, and tennis shoes and bring a baton. 

Swing Sing-November 15, 2015

Tickets are now available for Swing Sing.  Date, time, and location:  Sunday November 15, 2015, Charleston Municipal Auditorium, Showtime is at 2:30pm.  Tickets are available in the choir room or with any Showcat member for $8.00.  

Cheer Competition

Congratulations to the NHS Cheerleaders for doing an awesome job at the GW Invitational Cheer Competition. Come out to support our girls this Saturday at Cabel Midland where they compete at Regionals. Good Luck ladies!

IOS Update

Students remember to update your iPad's before you come to school tomorrow.  If you do not update, you will not be able to access the internet from school.

Important Parent/Caregiver Survey

The WVDE and Nitro High School needs your input.  Please take a few minutes to fill out the below survey.  This survey give us valuable information to address the needs of our students and community.

Access the Survey at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/pascswv15f

Enter this code to start the survey: P039508

Your participation is voluntary. You may choose not to participate; not to answer any questions you do not want to answer; and you may stop participating at any time during the survey without penalty. Your responses will be anonymous and confidential.

There will be a meeting Wednesday, Nov. 4th at 3:00 in the auditorium for anyone interested in playing girls basketball this year

Wrestling Meeting

There will be a short meeting at the beginning of both lunches on Friday, October 30th for all students interested in joining the wrestling team. Coach Ollom will be there to pass out all required papers and practice information.

The Battle of the Bridge Canned Food Drive is underway between Nitro and St. Albans! Not only will the wildcats and dragons be battling it out on the field, we will be battling it out against hunger. Wildcats - bring in your canned food by November 6

Baton Twirling

All those interested in being on the Baton Twirling Team, please meet in Ms. Amy's room tomorrow, October 28th,  from 3:30-4:30.  Bring batons please and clothes you can move in.  No bare feet.

Winter Formal

Winter Formal will be January 23rd, 2016 at the University of Charleston from 8:00 to 11:00 pm. Special ticket deals will be given the first of November. From November 2nd to the 6th, Single tickets will be $15 and couple tickets will be $30. Then the rest of the month tickets will be $20 and $40.00 for couples. December tickets will be $25 and $50 and January will be $30 and $60.00

College Colors Day

 In celebration of “College Application and Exploration Week”, our school is hosting a “College Colors Day!” Students and staff are encouraged to wear the colors of their favorite college or university. Our “College Colors Day” will be held this Thursday, October 29th.

Blood Drive

Blood Drive, November 19th, Main Gym from 8:30 to 2:00. Students can give at age 16 with parental consent. Those students 17 and older do not need a parental consent. Forms and more details can be picked up in Room 209 daily.

Home Internet Issue

KCS is working on an issue that would not allow student iPads to get on the internet from their homes.  The issue was first reported Monday afternoon.

Dance Team will have a Dance Workshop on Monday November 2nd for anyone interested in dancing for the basketball season - see Mrs. Barr for further information.

Attention Elementary and Middle School Parents

This Friday October 30th, 2015, will be the 2nd Annual Smarter Balance Recognition night at the Nitro High School versus Huntington High School football game.  We will be sending home invitations and tickets this week to all elementary school and middle school students, in the Nitro High School feed area, that scored mastery or above on the Smarter Balance test,
The students will be recognized at halftime at the football game by walking/running across the field.  The students really enjoyed it last year so please make plans to attend.
Feel free to repost this message on other social media sites.

IOS Update

Students starting this week we will be upgrading our wireless network at school.  This update will require the you to have the most up to date version of iOS on your iPad.  From your home please go to "Setting"and install the update.
Thank You

Reward for lost iphone at the game.

The owner of the iPhone lost at the football game is offering a reward for its return. If you have any information contact the school.

Miss Wildcat Vote 2015

Students if you had trouble voting for Miss Wildcat you might have using the incorrect login information.  Your username is  "Student Number"@stu.kana.k12.wv.us 

The link is bit.ly/nhsvote102115

Mr. Redman will be in Room 110 during lunch to help you vote if you still can't login.

Voting closes at the end of lunch.

Penny War

Tomorrow is the last day to help your class win the Penny War.  Each Penny brought in counts for a point towards your class total.  Sabotage other classes by placing silver coins and bills in there containers.  $1 cancels out 100 Penny points!

The competition is extremely close.  The current standings are as follows:
1st place Seniors
2nd place Freshman
3rd place Sophomores
Last place Juniors

Bring in that change tomorrow to help your class win!  All proceeds go to help local pediatric cancer patients.

Homecoming Shirts

Last chance to get your homecoming shirt for the big game is tomorrow! They are $15. You get a choice of red or white, Show your support along with your school pride by sporting our 2015 Homecoming shirt! The back says it all: Nitro will make history! See Mrs. Kerber for your shirt in room 215.

Freshman and Sophomores, we have a limited number of class shirts remaining. They are $12. Please see Mr. Burdette or Ms. Chandler to purchase your shirt.

Miss Wildcat Voting Link

Students here is the link to vote for Miss Wildcat.  

Vote

Voting will be open until 12:50 pm on Friday

Penny War - Wednesday results

Remember to bring in your pennies and other coins to help your class win!  Put pennies in your class container to earn your class points.  Put coins and dollars in other classes containers to take points away.  $1.00 takes away 100 points!!

Standings after today are as follows:

1st place Seniors
2nd place Freshman
3rd place Sophomores
4th place Juniors

The competition is really close, so bring in your money to Ms. Grant's room during lab or put your money in the containers during lunch.  All proceeds will go directly to help WV pediatric cancer patients.

Wednesday Dress Count

Seniors 80%
Juniors 79%
Freshman 54%
Sophomores 45%

Wilcat News Homecoming Court Preview Show

Get to know our homecoming court!

Wildcat News Homecoming Preview

Announcements

Senior Night will be Friday,October 30th - Senior football, cheer, band, cross country, golf and ROTC members and their parents/guardians will be recognized. Recognition will be pregame - starting at 6:45.

Come out and support the boys soccer team this Wednesday at 5pm at City Park as they begin sectional play.

One bag of candy equals one ticket in the raffle to throw the Pie in the Face of the Administrator.

Movie Tickets are still available $5.00 each see Mrs Harless.

Penny Wars is now going on during Homecoming, stop by Ms. Grant's room and help your class win the War!

This year's Homecoming Tshirt is available in red or white. They are $15. Please see Mrs. Kerber in room 215 if you would like a shirt. If writing a check, please make them payable to NHS. Get them in time for the game!

The poetry out loud school competition will be held on Friday November 13, 2015 in the morning. There will be a mandatory meeting for students wanting to participate on Monday 10/26 in lab, room 201.

 Key club meeting Friday 10/24 in lab room 201. Please be in attendance.

Homecoming Game Tickets

Tickets for Friday's Homecoming Football Game will be sold on Thursday and Friday of this week. Student tickets are $5.00 at school, and $6 at the gate. Tickets will be sold in the office during both lunches.

Community Service Opportunity

 Attention All Students! Community Service Opportunity! Assist with the City of Nitro Halloween Hoedown on Saturday from 4-9 to receive Community Service Credit! See Mr. Shamblin in Rm 204 for details or to sign up!

Tuesday Dress Count

1st Place Seniors 75%
2nd Place Juniors 68%
3rd Place Sophomores 46%
4th Place Freshmen 42%

Penny War

Help your class win the penny war by bringing in pennies to earn points.

Sabotage other grades by placing silver coins or bills in their containers.  $1.00 would cancel out 100 pennies brought in. Drop off coins in the morning to Ms. Grant's room, or place your money in the containers at lunch in the commons.

All proceeds will directly benefit local pediatric cancer patients.

The standings so far are as follows:

 1st place with $0.21 is Seniors

2nd place with -$2.20 are Sophomores

3rd place with -$2.27 are Juniors

Last place are the Freshmam with -$2.65

You still have plenty of time to bring in your change and help your class win!

Volleyball Senior Night is Tuesday at 6pm. Come out and support the girls

Volleyball Senior Night is Tuesday at 6pm.  Come out and support the girls

Monday Dress Counts

1st place Seniors 107
2nd place Freshman 91
3rd place Juniors 89
4th place Sophomores 62

Volleyball

Congratulations Nitro Volleyball on your 7 game winning streak. Come out tomorrow night at 6pm to support the girls! Be sure to wear your Red or Black.

Attention Seniors -From the Counselors

Announcement: Any senior who would like to apply to Marshall University and have the application fee waived needs to visit the counseling center TODAY, please. (Friday, Oct. 16)

Boys Soccer Wins!!

Congratulations to our Boys Soccer Team on their win last night over Hurricane.  This places the boys #1 in the section and home field advantage during sectionals!!!

Congratulations Volleyball

Congratulations Volleyball on your 2 victories last night over Oak Hill and Riverside!!  Good Job!!

Pumpkin Drop Awards

Congratulations to Ms. Elkins and the physics students on their awards at yesterday's pumpkin drop.

Nine Weeks' Progress Reports were given to students on Thursday, October 15. Any student who did not receive their report should see their anchor block teacher.

College Algebra is cancelled for Friday, October 16.

IMPORTANT for Seniors to Read

Important message for 12th grade students:  It is WV State Law that all 12th grade students must show proof of age appropriate Tdap and MCV4 vaccinations before entering school on August 10th.
All seniors must have had one dose of Tdap and one dose of MCV4 vaccine.  Only one dose of MCV4 is required if the first dose was administered after their 16th birthday.  Seniors must provide the school nurse, Teresa Evans, with documentation from their doctor or the health department that shots are up-to-date.  If you have not turned in your documentation you will be excluded from school until we receive it.

Homecoming T-Shirts

$15 See Ms. Kerber

Nitro's Very Own Theatrical Stars - Carrie Jo Rader and Max Ross

Nitro High School is proud to announce two of our students, Carrie Jo Rader and Max Ross, will be performing in theatrical productions.

Carrie Jo will be performing in "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" at the WVSU Capitol Center Theater in Charleston.  Performance dates are:

October 16 and 17 at 7:00 PM

Sunday, October 18 at 2:00 PM

October 23 and 24 at 7:00 PM

Sunday, October 25 at 2:00 PM

Max will be performing in "Mary Poppins" at the Clay Center.  Performance dates are:

October 16 and 17 at 7:30 PM

Sunday, October 18 at 2:00 PM

Pep Club-Attention Freshman Class

Announcement: Attention Freshman Class, if you would like to have a float in the Homecoming Parade, please see Mr. Burdette or Ms. Chandler ASAP to register your float. Please do not be the only class to not participate in the Homecoming Parade!!

Homecoming Excitment Is Just Around the Corner....Read for highlights

Nitronians Pass This Along! Next week's Homecoming Activities: 

Monday- -'Merica DayTuesday- -Tie-Dyed TuesdayWednesday- -Sports Day
Thursday- -Super Hero/Villain Day
 Friday- -Ultimate Red and Black Day

To help out the Nitro Police for their Halloween Hoedown for every bag of candy an individual student brings in they will be given that many tickets to be placed in a drawing to the lucky person to Pie In The Face an administrator. Bring candy to Mrs Harless in Room 209 to have a chance.

Pictures of the Administrators and Officer Blake will placed in the office and brought out during lunch. The one who has the most money at the end of the week will be the recipient of the infamous Pie In The Face.

Immediately after the game Friday night there will be a "Drive In" type movie night with a Scary Movie to be shown. Tickets are $5.00 a piece and 75 tickets MUST be sold in order to have the movie. Tickets can be purchased in Room 209 or during both lunches.

The Nitro High Chapter of the National Honor Society will be having their Penny Wars next week as well. Each grade level is encouraged to bring pennies for their grade bucket. But...there is a catch...anything other than pennies counts against the grade level the money is in. So if you are a Senior and put silver coins in the Junior bucket the Juniors get negative points!! Sounds like a great way to help one grade win while another tries to get out of debt! Save up your pennies and your silver and help your grade win the War!

PLEASE! PLEASE!! PASS THIS INFORMATION ON SO THESE ACTIVITIES WILL TAKE PLACE

Cathy Harless
Student Council Advisor

Rho Kappa

Announcement: Due to the power outage on Friday, Rho Kappa Applications are now due today. Please turn them into Mrs. Simpson in room 213.

Candy Donations-Student Council

For every bag of candy a student brings in they will be given a ticket with the possibility of winning a chance to throw a pie in the face of one of the administrators.

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Student Council Homecoming Dress Up DaysAnnouncement: Homecoming Days for Oct 19th thru the 23rd:

Announcement: Homecoming Days for Oct 19th thru the 23rd:
Monday- -'Merica Day
Tuesday- -Tie-Dyed Day
Wednesday- -Sports Day
Thursday- -Super Hero/Villain Day
Friday- -Ultimate Red/Black Day

Friday will be a Black Out as the Wildcats go against Spring Valley.

Homecoming Candy Contest

For every bag of candy a student brings in they will be given a ticket with the possibility of winning a chance to throw a pie in the face of one of the administrators.

Homecoming Days

Homecoming Days for Oct 19th thru the 23rd:
Monday- -'Merica Day
Tuesday- -Tie-Dyed Day
Wednesday- -Sports Day
Thursday- -Super Hero/Villain Day
Friday- -Ultimate Red/Black Day

Wildcat Movie Night

Tickets are still being sold for Wildcat Movie Night, held immediately after the Homecoming Game. $5.00 per ticket, 75 tickets must be sold by October 21st.

Pep Club/ Homecoming Parade Club and Activity Entries

Announcement: If your club or sport would like to participate in our homecoming parade, be sure to sign up online or with Ms. Chandler in room 212.

Mrs. Chandler-Pep Club/All Nitro Students

Announcement: Tomorrow, Friday October 9th, 2015 we will have a Red Out to show our support of our football team as they head to Winfield

Debate Club Sign Up

Follow the link below to sign up for the debate club.
Sign Up Form

Wildcats on the news

http://www.wowktv.com/story/30191657/students-at-nitro-high-school-part-of-first-media-production-class

Parent Teacher Conference Monday, October 12 from 2:00 - 8:00 PM Click for important information on scheduling

 Parent Teacher conference will be Monday, October 12 from 2:00 - 8:00 PM.   On Monday, October 5  your child received the form for you to mark times in which you would like to be scheduled.  Please have your child return the form to their teachers to schedule your designated time.  Once teachers have scheduled times on the form your child should return it to you.

2015 Homecoming Attendant Results

All attendants have a mandatory meeting with Ms. Grant in Room B101 at 7:05am tomorrow, October 6, 2016.  Please be at the meeting promptly at 7:05am.

Freshman Attendant
Lindee Lacy

Sophomore Attendant
Ashley Baker

Junior Attendant
Hannah Browning

Senior Attendant
Peyton Dolin
Olivia Darby
Jaci Newcomer

Student Council-Wildcat Movie Night

Beginning Tuesday October 6th, tickets will go on sale for Wildcat Movie Night to be held immediately after the Homecoming Game. Tickets are $5.00 a piece and can be purchased in Room 209, before and after school and during both lunches. First lunch tickets will be available in Room 102 and second lunch in Room 209. Top off the Homecoming Week activities by attending movie night, the "scary" movie will be announced soon! Refreshments will be sold during the movie.

2015 Homecoming Parade Registration

The 2015 Homecoming Parade will take place on Friday, October 23rd at 5:30pm.  To participate in the 2015 Homecoming Parade, please click on the link below and complete the form.  For more information, please see Ms. Chandler.

http://bit.ly/nhshomecoming

Homecoming Movie Night

Beginning Tuesday October 6th, tickets will go on sale for Wildcat Movie Night to be held immediately after the Homecoming Game. Tickets are $5.00 a piece and can be purchased in Room 209, before and after school and during both lunches. First lunch tickets will be available in Room 102 and second lunch in Room 209. Top off the Homecoming Week activities by attending movie night, the "scary" movie will be announced soon! Refreshments will be sold during the movie.

Key Club

Key Club is back!!! If you are interested in community service projects in our school and local community, please attend a brief introduction meeting in Mrs. Gordon's room (201) on Friday 10/9 during our early out lunch. This meeting will provide you with information on the Key club organization and let you know what we're all about; also we will take up contact information. Hope to see you there!

Homecoming

Students, if you had an issue with homecoming voting please come to Lab 110 during lunch to vote.  Homecoming attendants will be announced after 2nd lunch tomorrow via twitter.  There will be a homecoming attendants meeting in Ms. Grants room at 7:05 am on Tuesday 10/6/15.

Stomp Out Bullying Day - Tomorrow, Monday, October 5 please wear royal blue and boots

Almost game time

Essay and Scholarship Opportunity

Cross Lanes Elementary Recognition

Due to weather concerns we have moved our Cross Lanes Elementary night to the October 16 football game.

Homecoming Voting

Students if you did not get a chance to vote for homecoming here is the bit.ly/nhsvote10115

Remember your user name is your studentnumber@stu.kana.k12.wv.us
Voting will be open until 3pm on Friday.

Boys Soccer Senior Night

We will be recognizing our Senior soccer players at tonight game again South Charleston.

Baton Twirling Team

Last call for girls interested in participating in an indoor baton twirling team.  Please see Ms. Amy in room B 126 to sign up.  A training workshop will be taking place soon.

Show Choir

Showcats, don't forget that workshop time has been changed to Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.  The price has been reduced from $35.00 to $20.00.  Please have proper attire, water,  and hair out of face.

4-H Club

 The Nitro Glycerins 4H Club will be having its first meeting on  Wednesday October 7, 2015  in room 207. Sign up sheets will be posted on bulletin boards. There will be snacks!

Pink out sweatshirt

$42... If ordered by 3:00 tomorrow they will be ready by game time. See coach kerber

Soccer games postponed

The boys and girls soccer games against Hurricane have been postponed. The boys soccer team needs to report to coach Eich's classroom at 5:30 for film today.
We are working on make up dates for both games.

Rock 105's Rock the House Vote post by Cathy Harless

Alright Nitronians it's time to Rock the Vote!! Go to Rock 105 and cast your vote for the Nitro vs Ripley game this Friday night! If we win then 105 will broadcast live from our game. So vote and vote often! Put Nitro on the radio Friday!!! (Pass this on please!!)  

Friday's Football Game

Friday will be a Pink Out in observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The person who wears the most Pink will win a free meal deal from the Student Council Concession Stand Friday during the Ripley vs Nitro game.

Show Choir Guitarist Needed

The Show Choir is actively looking for an electric guitar player. Please see Ms. Amy in room B 126 (Baker) as soon as possible if interested.

Good luck to the members of the NHS Golf team competing at the Regional Tournament today!! #NitroNation

PSAT - $15 due by Friday, October 9 - See your counselor

Any 10th or 11th grade student can sign up for the PSAT.  Cost is $15, payable to Nitro High School, and due by by October 9 to Mr. Hayhurst.  The test will be given on Wednesday, October 14th at 8:00 AM.  11th grade students who take this exam will be automatically screened for the national Merit Scholarship program.

NHS Counseling Website - new for the 2015-16 school year - updates weekly - link on nhswv.com under staff dropdown menu

Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society Applications

Any Junior or Senior interested in becoming a member of Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society, please see Mrs. Simpson or Ms. Chandler for an application.  Applications are due back to Mrs. Simpson or Ms. Chandler by Friday, October 2nd.

PSAT

Any sophomore or junior wanting to take the PSAT on October 15th needs to see Mr. Hayhurts in counseling center by Friday Oct 9.  The cost is $15.

Pep Club Meeting

Pep Club will meet tomorrow at 7:15 in Ms. Chandler's room to discuss ideas for the upcoming home football game on October 2nd.  Please come to the meeting prepared with ideas!

The #Champ is Here!!!! Congrats to Rich Brooks and The Pride of Park Avenue on their 2015 KC Band Festival Championship!!!

Homecoming Vote

We will be doing the first round of our homecoming vote today during anchor.  Make sure you bring your iPad to anchor.

Congratulations Mr. Brooks and Pride of Park Avenue

Grand champions

The pride of Park Avenue is ready

Rock 105's Rock This House Vote

The poll will go active on wklc.com tomorrow morning at 10 a.m. and will close at 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, September 29. The poll is located on the right-hand side of the page and you will be limited to one vote per day per device (i.e.: desktop, laptop, smart phone, tablet, etc.)  Log on and vote for the Ripley vs Nitro game.

Boys soccer article

http://www.wvgazettemail.com/article/20150921/GZ02/150929871/1115

Baton Twirling Team

Nitro High School is looking for girls to be a part of an indoor baton twirling team.  If interested, please see Amy Smith in room B126(Baker)

National Voter Registration Day

September 22, 2015 is National Voter Registration Day!  Seniors, don't forget to see your Inspire leaders, Allison Frazier and Kayla Skidmore, tomorrow and register to vote. Make sure your have your license number  or the last 4 digits of your social security number.  You must be at least seventeen to register.

Volleyball Game

Come out and support the Volleyball Team this evening as they take on Charleston Catholic and Capital beginning at 5pm.   Tonight is HOBO night, so come out dressed in your best HOBO outfit and cheer on our Lady Wildcats to victory!!

Flu Vaccines

The Kanawha County/Charleston Health Department will be administering Flu Vaccines to Nitro High School Students on Thursday morning, September 24.  Today, Friday, September 18, your child received a consent form.  Please complete the front and back of the form, sign, and return to the front office attendance clerk, Ms. Kinder by Tuesday, September 22.

Please call the school nurse, Teresa Evans, at 415-6743 for additional information.

Lacrosse Club

The Kanawha Valley Spartans Lacrosse Club is looking for players for the 2016 spring season.  The Spartans will play a full schedule  of lacrosse teams from high schools and counties around West Virginia.  All players must meet the WVSSAC guidelines to participate.  Information can be found in the office.

Majorette Festival

The Majorette Festival will be Tuesday, September 22nd.  Tickets can be purchased from Mr. Brooks for $7 in advance or at the gate for $8. 

Friday, September 18th

Join us tomorrow by wearing RED to school to show your school spirit and support our football as they travel to South Charleston to take on the Black Eagles.

Academy Day 2015

REMINDER!
ACADEMY DAY 2015!!
Please make final announcements re: Academy Day 2015.

Greetings from Senator Capito’s office!

We are writing to request that your schools make follow up announcements that Academy Day 2015 will be held for any and all students, parents and school officials interested in learning more about U.S. service academies (Air Force, Coast Guard, Merchant Marines, Military/West Point, Naval). We will also have representatives from local ROTC programs on hand to discuss ROTC scholarship opportunities. 

Join us at Senator Capito’s Academy Day to learn more about service academies (Air Force, Coast Guard, Merchant Marine, Military (W. Point) and Naval) and ROTC scholarships! No Registration Required.

Your closest Academy Day will be held at the following location:

CHARLESTON AREA
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2015 *Please note that this event will be held on a Saturday.
Time: 2-4 PM
Area: South Charleston High School, 1 Eagle Way, South Charleston, WV 25309

Representatives will be ready to answer questions regarding the educational, physical and recreational requirements to attend these prestigious institutions or obtain an ROTC scholarship. I have attached a flyer regarding Academy Day 2015 that you are welcome to print, post, add to your school calendar and/or distribute.

Packets were mailed to middle and high schools and/or dropped off. We sincerely hope to see middle and high schools in your counties represented at these events. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. Thank you for your time!

Student Section Questionnaire

Students,
Take a moment to click on this link  and answer a few questions for us!  Be sure to share this as well!!

Click here: http://bitly.com/NitroSutdentSection

Congratulations to Austin Banks for being named the WV Huddle Player of the Week for his performance in the Nitro vs Poca game. He ran for 185 yards and scored four touchdowns.

Nitro High School adds Biotechnology Magnet Program; plans to ex - WOWK 13 Charleston, Huntington WV News, Weather, Sports

Nitro High School adds Biotechnology Magnet Program; plans to ex - WOWK 13 Charleston, Huntington WV News, Weather, Sports

Volleyball Game

Don't forget that the volleyball team plays Spring Valley tonight.  They are coming off victories against Sherman and Lincoln County last night.

Reminder, MineCraft Club will meet tomorrow 9/16/15 in Room 110 after school- Feel free to come if you are interested! The club will meet every 2nd Wednesday

Senior Class Group Picture will be taken on Tuesday, September 15 at 7:30 AM - No make-up picture will be scheduled.

Senior Photo Due Dates/Information

Senior Graduation Pictures – Class of 2016

Each Senior will need THREE pictures for the 2016 graduation ceremony.  Please have each photo in by the deadline stated below.  Failure to turn in pictures by the stated deadlines will result in your photos not being used.

All pictures can be sent digitally to NHSsenior@gmail.com or you may bring in a hard copy to Ms. Grant or Mrs. Petry.  Hard copies will be returned at senior check out at the end of the 2016 school year.  We encourage early submissions!

1.  Baby picture:      Deadline:  Friday, December 18, 2015

Guidelines:  Must have clothing on (no nudity), no play guns or weapons of any kind in the picture.   Graduating senior should be the only person in the baby photo.  Try and use a picture 3 years old or under.

2.  Casual Senior Picture:  Deadline:  Friday, March 11, 2016

                                    Guidelines:  Needs to be a casual photo taken of yourself this school year.  The picture does not have to be professionally done, but it can be.  Ms. Grant or Mrs. Petry would be happy to take a picture of you outside in a nice setting at the school, just stop by and set up a time.  Pick a picture where the audience can see your face, close-up pictures work best.

The baby and casual senior pictures will be combined together in a slide that will be used during the graduation ceremony.

3.  Formal Senior Picture:           Deadline:  This photo will be taken at the school by LifeTouch Photography on October 30, 2015.

                                                           THIS IS NOT OPTIONAL, you MUST have this picture taken.

 You need to make sure that you have your picture taken on October 30.  If you are absent from school on October 30, you can visit LifeTouch Studios in Cross Lanes.  Make-up formal pictures must be taken by March 11, 2016.

All hair accessories, necklaces and earrings must be school colors or simple silver or gold.  If you have on an item that isn’t school colors, you will be asked to remove it before your picture will be taken.

This picture will be projected above you when you cross the stage to receive your diploma.

Please email any other pictures/videos you take with your friends in class, the hallways, at sporting events, or any other school function to NHSsenior@gmail.com.  We encourage you to send in lots of photos and videos to help make the 2016 Senior Video the best yet.

Girls Soccer Tie Dye Night

Tomorrow, 9/15/15 will be Tie Dye Night at the Girls Soccer game.  Game time is 5:30 and we hope to see everyone at the girls game.

PJ Night Tonight at Boys Soccer Game

Come out and cheer on the Boys Soccer Team as they take on Point Pleasant.  Tonight is also our rescheduled PJ Night!!  See you all at the field this evening at 5:30.

Senior class picture

Seniors don't forget that the senior class picture will be taken at 7:30am on Tuesday September 15.

Twirling team

Ms. Amy is  interested in starting an indoor baton twirling team.  If you are interested in trying out, please come by to sign up.  Membership of the team  would not be a huge expense or time commitment. Instead, practice would involve 1 to 2 days a week of rehearsal to learn basics. Please stop by and sign up in Baker 126 if you are interested in giving it a try.   

Yearbooks

Yearbooks are in and can be picked up in Mrs. Douglas' office in between classes, during both lunches and after school.

Friday is Wear Your Favorite Collegiate Shirt Day -

Go to http://www.wvsoccer.net for state rankings. Nitro Boys Soccer is 9th overall and 5th for AAA schools across the state. Go Wildcats!!! /Thanks Evelyn Klocke for sharing

LSIC

Parents and students, this is a reminder that we will be having our first school LSIC meeting on Thursday, September 10th at 5pm in our new art room.  Following the school LSIC meeting, there will be a county LSIC meeting at 6pm in the commons.  We look forward to seeing you at both of these important meeting.  

Tonight is the home opener Tri-match against Riverside and Buffalo at 6pm. Come out and support your Lady Wildcat Volleyball team.

New Minecraft Club - any student interested in joining the Minecraft club should attend the meeting after school in Mrs. Crawford's room 207

Jaime's Law Suicide Prevention

On Tuesday, September 1st,  during your child's English class they will be presented with information on suicide prevention. A new state requirement, Jamie's Law, states that all secondary students must be presented with information, and provided with an opportunity to have a discussion.
Students and parents have access to a brochure in several ways:

• an icon labeled Suicide Prevention on the iPad
• message on Engrade
• nhswv.com website - student tab - suicide prevention

Academy Day 2015

Academy Day 2015 will be held for any and all students, parents and school officials interested in learning more about U.S. service academies (Air Force, Coast Guard, Merchant Marines, Military/West Point, Naval). We will also have representatives from local ROTC programs on hand to discuss ROTC scholarship opportunities. 

Join us at Senator Capito’s Academy Day to learn more about service academies (Air Force, Coast Guard, Merchant Marine, Military (W. Point) and Naval) and ROTC scholarships! No Registration Required.

CHARLESTON AREA

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2015 

Time: 2-4 PM

Area: South Charleston High School, 1 Eagle Way, South Charleston, WV 25309

Student section

Great to see the students come out and cheer the boys on to a victory #erasethedots

Tailgate on the Wildside

"Tailgate on the Wildside" Friday 5:00 - 7:30 at the soccer field shelter.  The menu is Barbeque on a bun, cole slaw, potato salad, aked beans, drink, and dessert for $10.00.  Carry out boxes are available.

Show your SPIRIT tomorrow - It's a black out for school and the game. Wildcats - let's beat those Poca Dots

Congratuations to the Boys' Soccer team on their 1-0 win over Ripley.

Presale football tickets

Don't forget we have discounted student football tickets on sale in the Commons at lunch today and tomorrow.  We also have adult tickets on sale.

Girls volleyball scrimmages Poca at Poca tonight at 6pm. Please come out and support the girls as they try to build on their win from Tuesday night!

Online Spirit Wear Store

We are trying something new this year with our online spirit wear store.  Our online store has a variety of Spirit Wear items for you to select from.  Students can also purchase a Varsity Jacket or Varsity Sweater.  Just click on this link to access our store:  http://bit.ly/1KzGxuh

Flag Football Fundraiser

Attached you will find information regarding a fundraiser for a 6 year old girl for Nitro.  The NHS AFROTC will be helping out with the fundraiser.

Pep Club Meeting this Wednesday

Pep Club members that are able to stay after school Wednesday, need to meet in Ms. Chandler's room 212.  We will be making posters for the game on Friday.

First Home Boys Soccer Game @ 5:30 tonight

Please come out and support the boys as they take on Sissonville tonight at 5:30.  Our Girls Soccer team plays at Sissonvile tonight in their first contest.

Football Game

This weeks football game against Poca will be a black out.

Tailgate on the Wildside

"Tailgate on the Wildside" Friday 5:00 to 7:30 at the soccer field shelter.  The menu is Barbeque on a bun, cole slaw, potato salad, baked beans, drink, dessert, for $10.00.  Food by T and M Meats.  We will have carry out boxes as well.    See a Showcats member to purchase your tickets.

Pre Sale Football Tickets

We will be selling adult and student tickets for the football game during both lunches in the commons on Thursday and Friday.  Student tickets will be $5 at the school and $6 at the gate.  Buy your tickets early to avoid the line and to save a dollar.

FCA Meeting

FCA will meet in the band room for 1st lunch and Mrs Hall's room for 2nd lunch.

For anyone interested in playing girls basketball this year there will be a meeting Thursday, August 27 following school in the auditorium

Volleyball Team T-Shirts

The volleyball team is sell shirts, hoodies and stadium shirts.  See a volleyball player if you are interested in buying a shirt.

After School Credit Recovery

Any student needing to sign up for after school credit recovery needs to see his or her counselor for an application.

Picture Day is Tuesday, August 18. Remember if purchasing pictures you must bring in your form and money.

Boys tennis team will have a brief meeting in Mrs. Harrison's room 109 (near the commons) Tues 8/18 at 7:15 a.m

Boys Basketball Meeting Friday

Any student interested in playing boys basketball needs to attend a brief meeting during the second half of lunch on Friday 8/21/15.

Boys tennis team will have a brief meeting in Mrs. Harrison's room 109 (near the commons) Tues 8/18 at 7:15 a.m

Boys tennis team will have a brief meeting in Mrs. Harrison's room 109 (near the commons) Tues 8/18 at 7:15 a.m

To join Academic Team (Quiz bowl, history bowl, math and science bowl) sign up here: http://goo.gl/forms/o1s0V7nPa5

To join Academic Team (Quiz bowl, history bowl, math and science bowl) sign up here: http://goo.gl/forms/o1s0V7nPa5

Picture Day is Tuesday, August 18. Remember if purchasing pictures you must bring in your form and money.

Important - College Classes - All fall semester students enrolled in a college class, even College English, will register on Wednesday during anchor block in the auditorium.

College History

College history will start on Tuesday, Aug, 18th, 2015.  The class will be meeting in room 105 on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 2:00 to 2:50.

The Nitro Showcats are looking for 5 boys to be a part of their 2015-16 award winning program. Please see Ms. Amy Smith in room B126 for try-out information

Football Scrimmage 8.15.15

The football team travels to Lincoln Co. High School for there first scrimmage this Saturday. The scrimmage starts at 10:00 AM

Cross Country

There will be a short meeting today after school in the commons for signups. Thursday will be the first day of practice. Students will need a physical, proof of insurance.

Engrade is now working for 9th grade students. Parents and students should be able to use the same login and password.

Carwash and Bake Sale

Carwash/Bake Sale Fundraiser
For: Nitro Volleyball Team
When: August 15th 9am-noon
Where: Nitro Moose
Please come out and support!

Class Pictures 📷 Tuesday, August 18

All grades will be taking individual class pictures for purchase and the yearbook on Tuesday, August 18 during Social Studies class.  Picture form packets from Lifetouch will be coming home this Wednesday.  Payment is due on Tuesday, August 18.  All students will have their picture taken even if a package is not purchased.

Nitro High School Football and Cheerleaders!! Fall pictures will be taken on August 11. Your coaches have details and order forms. This year, pictures will be take by Michael Switzer. Check out his work at http://michaelswitzerdesignworks.com/portraits/ You won't be disappointed!!  (All other fall sports photos will be taken August 31)

Thursday, August 6th

We will not be selling parking passes Thursday, August 6th due to staff training.

Pep Club Application

If you are interested in Pep Club, please complete the application at the link below.  Once you have completed the form, please see Mr. Burdette or Ms. Chandler to pay your fees.  You can pay your fees before school.  If you are purchasing the full year option, please complete your application and pay your fees by the end of the day on August 14th, to guarantee your t-shirt for our first football game.

PEP Club stands for “Promote Enthusiastic Pride.”  The PEP Club of Nitro High School is the backbone of our school spirit and it is their role to motivate and encourage the participation of the student body in school related events.  We want to create an energetic atmosphere during all of our sporting events. The bigger the PEP Club, the more thrilling sporting events will be.

PEP Club welcomes everyone! As a member of PEP Club, you are asked to attend all home sporting events and wear one of your Nitro t-shirts.  We ask that you participate cheering on our Wildcats, from the Wildside. 

The Wildside at Nitro Nation

The Wild Side is our student section at all home sporting events.  It is a visual reminder for our players that they are supported by the students. To be in the Wild Side, you just have to wear your Black, Red, Grey or White and cheer your Wildcats on.

Our Rules/ Guidelines

1)    We are representing Nitro High School and our Community

2)    Please STAND, REMOVE YOUR HATS, and REMAIN SILENT during the Star Spangled Banner or Pledge of Allegiance

3)    Always STAND AND SING our Fight Song and Alma Mater

Fee:

Option 1:

$30 (1^st Semester), $30 (2^nd Semester)

Includes:  Cat Card which allows admittance to all home sporting events (excluding playoffs).

Option 2: $55 full year, paid in full by August 14, 2015

Includes: Cat Card which allows admittance to all home sporting events (excluding playoffs) and t-shirt.  (Those that qualify for the Top Cat Card and would like to participate in the Pep Club please see Ms. Chandler)

If you have any questions, please feel free to call the school and speak with Mr. Burdette or Ms. Chandler.

Application Link:
http://bit.ly/1DkJW2S