SAT QUESTION OF THE DAY:
Read the following SAT test question, then click on a button to select your answer.
In a class of 80 seniors, there are 3 boys for every 5 girls. In the junior class, there are 3 boys for every 2 girls. If the two classes combined have an equal number of boys and girls, how many students are in the junior class?

SEMESTER EXAM SCHEDULE

May 30---—0 Hour, 1st Period
June 2-2nd Period, 3rd Period
June 3—4th Period, 5th Period
June 4—6th Period, 7th Period

1st Exam         9:00-10:50
2nd Exam        11:10-1:00
Lunch              1:15-2:30 (Teachers)
                       2:30-4:15 Exam Make-up time (Students)        

Graduating Seniors need to request final transcripts for their universities.  Complete the transcript request form, provide an envelope addressed to the university and pay $2.00.  If a personal copy is wanted, provide a self-addressed envelope and pay $1.00.  Final transcripts will be mailed after graduation, approximately June 20.

MARKET DAY WEDNESDAY, MAY 7
The next MARKET DAY will be held on Wednesday, May 7 during both lunches in the foyer of Building A.  This is your LAST opportunity to buy spiritwear from the various Plano West booster clubs for this year.  Mark it in your student calendar and make sure to bring money for shopping on Wednesday, May 7.  Show your spirit – be Plano West proud!

From the Counseling Office………………….
AP Exam Room assignments can be found on the wall in the cafeteria.  Please check the wall the day before you are to be testing.  Review the blue instruction sheet you received at the AP Pre-Administration before your test day.

AP MACRO REVIEW
AP Macro review on May 10 from 9-12 in A 2046. Bring your macro packet.

Senior Surveys will be distributed during English classes on Friday, May 2.  These surveys help us track the success of our students and our school.  Completed surveys should be returned to the Counseling Office no later than Thursday, May 15.  Any Seniors who are in CCCC English classes may pick up their survey at the Counseling Office.

STUDENT CONGRESS NEWS
All students who were planning on applying for a position on the Executive Council for next year's Student Congress need to have their completed application turned in by Tuesday, May 6th. All applications can be turned in to the front office or to Mrs. Nelsons's room, room E613.

Yearbook Information……………….
YEARBOOKS ARE COMING!!!
Pick up your yearbooks on May 7 and 8 in the cafeteria!!  There are separate areas for personalized books and nonpersonalized books, so make sure you are in the right line.  If you did not purchase a yearbook and want to, there is a one day yearbook sale in the foyer Friday, May 9, at 8:30 a.m. for $100.  There is a limited supply, so one book per person, first come, first serve.  Come early with your cash or checks (checks made out to Plano West Senior High).

FINAL TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS
Graduating Seniors need to request final transcripts for their universities.  Complete the transcript request form, provide an envelope addressed to the university and pay $2.00.  If a personal copy is wanted, provide a self-addressed envelope and pay $1.00.  Final transcripts will be mailed after graduation, approximately June 20.

SPORTS

SOFTBALL
Our next step towards our quest for a state championship is now set!

Plano West vs. Garland - Region 2 Quarterfinal

Thursday, May 8th - 7:30 @ McKinney High School
Friday, May 9th - 7:30 @ McKinney High
Saturday, May 10th - 2:00 @ McKinney High, if needed

Garland is the 2-time defending state champion, so we need everyone to come out and help us take down the Owls!  Please recognize these young ladies and wish them the best of luck this week! 

Congratulations to the Dallas Morning News' "SportsDay's Softball Player of the Week": Christina Roosmalen!! 

Roosmalen was 5 for 5, with  a double, home run and 5 RBIs this weekend as Plano West swept Mesquite in a two game series.  She also received the ultimate show of respect with four intentional walks.  Plano West faces two-time defending state champion Garland this week in the 5A Region II quarter-finals.

GOOD LUCK GOLF!
Be sure to wish Coach Hardison and his Boy's & Girl's Varsity Golf Teams good luck as they head to Austin to compete in State tournaments to be held on Thursday & Friday of this week. Come out and join us for a State send off Wednesday morning @ 8:00 am at the SAC. Bring it home Wolve Golfers!! We're so proud of all of you!!

VARSITY BASEBALL PLAYOFFS!
Varsity baseball won the first round of playoffs in a sweep of 2 games, beating South Garland.  They now move on to play Longview this week.  The first game will be Thursday in Longview at 7:30.  They will play at HOME at 7:00 on Friday night.   If a third game is needed it will be played Saturday night at 6:00 in Duncanville.  Since we only have one game at HOME, we need our fans to come out and cheer for us on Friday night.  We promise it will be a great night of baseball!

Plano West Swim Team Tryouts - Are On!
The Plano West Swim Team WILL be holding tryouts as originally planned on Saturday, May 10th at the Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center.  Swimmers and their parents should plan on attending a short informational meeting at 11:00 a.m.  Please bring a completed Physical Form.  Requirements are as follows:
Demonstrate the ability to perform all 4  strokes: Freestyle, Butterfly, Breast, and Back.  Athletes must also be able to complete 4 lengths of the pool without stopping.  Please bring your own swim cap and goggles for tryouts.  If you have any questions please contact Head Coach Kris Jones at kris.jones@pisd.edu or visit our website for information and the Physical Form at www.Planowestswimanddive.org.

ELEMENTARY SENIOR RECEPTION ANNOUNCEMENTS

Aldridge - Monday, May 19 – 4:30 – 6:00 PM, Cafeteria

Barksdale - Thursday, May 29, 2008 from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Contact Janie Burke for more information: janieburketx@yahoo.com

Barron/Hickey Reunion – May 20, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Library

Beverly - Tuesday, May 6 – 4:30 – 5:30 p.m., Library

Brinker - Tuesday, May 20, 2008 from 4:30 - 6:00. Library.

Carlisle - 2008 CLASS REUNION IS SCHEDULED THURSDAY, MAY 29TH,  @ CARLISLE ELEMENTARY FROM 4:30 - 6:30Centennial May 20 – 5:00-6:00 PM in the Library.  Please wear a shirt from the college you will be attending.

Christie - Thursday, May 22, 2008 from 4:30 to 6:00 pm in the Christie Cafeteria

Daffron - Wednesday, May 7, 2008 from 4:30 – 6:00 – Library Davis Monday, May 7, 2008 from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. – Library

Davis Elementary – May 27, Tuesday, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. , Library. Bring your camera.

Dooley - Thursday, May 22, 2008 – Library – 4:30 – 5:30 PM

Forman Elementary –Tuesday, May 20 – 4:00 – 5:30 , Library

Gulledge - Monday, May 19, 2008, 4:30-6:00 p.m. - Library

Harrington - Thursday, May 15 – 4:30 – 6:00 p.m., Library

Haun - Thursday, May 15, 2008 from 4:00-5:30 p.m--Library. Former teachers are welcome to attend. Hedgcoxe Thursday, May 15, 5:00 – 6:00 p.m., Library

Hightower - Tuesday, May 20, 5:00-6:00 p.m., library. Will announce PTA Alumni Scholarship recipient.

Huffman - Tuesday, May 13 from 4:30 - 6:00 in the Library

Hughston

Jackson - Monday, May 12, 4:00-6:00. Parents are welcome. Please bring memorabilia to share.

Mathews - Friday, May 30, 2008 -- 4:30-6:30 p.m. Library. Bring pictures or other memories.

Meadows - Library, Monday, May 29 – 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Memorial - Thursday, May 1, 2008 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. - Library. Bring a picture, yearbook or other memorabilla to share. Contact laura_theriault@verizon.net.

Mendenhall - May 22 – 4:30 – 6:00 p.m., Cafeteria (Please bring scrapbooks and photos)

Miller - Friday, May 30 – 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Please RSVP to Perla Johnson  p3jjohnson@@tx.rr.com

Mitchell – Tuesday, May 27 from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m., Library

Rasor– May 27,  4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Library – Bring old pictures or yearbooks

Rose Mary Haggar - Tuesday, May 27, 2008 from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Cafeteria – Please RSVP to Kimberly.Sealey@pisd.edu or 469-752-1419SaglingThursday, May 15, 2008, 4:30-6:00 p.m. Please bring a senior picture.

Shepard - Wednesday,  May 6 - 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. – Library

Sigler

Skaggs Elementary – Thursday, May 15 from 4:30 – 6:00 Library

Stinson - (The first Annual) – Tuesday, May 27 – 4:30 – 6:00 p.m., Library.
RSVP – 469-752-3400

Thomas - Tuesday, May 6, 2008, 4:30-5:30, Library

Weatherford - Tuesday, May 20, 2008 from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. - Cafeteria. Parents are welcome to attend. If you have any questions, please contact Julie Benson at 972-612-0817 or Julie@JulieBenson.net.

Wells Elementary - Sunday, June 1 – 2:00-4:00 p.m. Former staff, parents and graduating seniors are invited