Deadlines and Commitments!

March always seems to come up so quickly, doesn't it? I figured I'd post some reminders for all of you.

We have a meeting this Monday, February 9. At the meeting I will be giving out all of the forms for our state competition. You will be drowning in paperwork! These forms will need to be signed and returned by Thursday the 12th. I have a meeting on our schedule for the 12th, but at this point I think it's just for those who need to come and work on their projects. Remember - anything judged has to be done by the end of next week, (February 13!)

Start thinking about your dress code. Of special note is the girls' attire. Girls may wear pants, but if you do, you MUST have a jacket to wear. Naturally a pant suit would be best as they coordinate perfectly. But if you don't have a jacket, that's okay - you just have to wear a skirt. You can wear a skirt with a sweater or blouse. So - to sum up....Jacket and Pants OR Skirt and sweater/blouse.

For the gents - dress pants and a button dress shirt with a tie would be most appropriate. If you have a suit or a jacket, by all means wear it. Regardless - you must have a tie.



(Thought I'd put a cool pic of your vice president!)

Speaking of cool, don't forget that there are very cool contests! You can win money towards your national trip. Design the state pin, write an essay, or design the cover of the program booklet for states. More information can be found by going to the Massachusetts BPA site. You'll see a box in the middle of the page that will give you more information. Check it out!

Any whoooooo - get going on your projects, be thinking about the money oh and your roommates! Remember - 4 people to a room. I'll be asking for room assignments Monday. We have four girls' rooms and three boys' rooms. (and one Advisor room! I'm almost afraid to room with KP after Reno, but I'll give it another whirl.)

Meeting re-cap.....

Hi everyone,

Happy New Year! I'm going to recap some of the things we went over during our last meeting.

All competitors can go to http://www.mabpa.com to get more information about the contests. There's a cover, pin and writing contest where you can win MONEY.

All of you should have printed your guidelines. If you click that link, scroll down near the bottom to find your event. Click on it, print it and become VERY familiar with it!

Judged events - most have to be to me by February 13. The previous date was February 14, but that has changed. Interview Skills, Global Marketing, Presentation Management, and others - if you're unsure, please ask.

Cost of states: $175.00. This will be due the Tuesday we return from winter break. You can pay sooner - checks should be made payable to BP-BPA. I will be writing a letter to your parents and enclosing permission slips, etc.

Valentine flower sale will begin on January 28! Still waiting to hear a price on the flowers - I should have the price this week.

I'll be staying after school on Wednesday's if you need me. Let me know a day beforehand, just so I can make sure my schedule is cleared, okay? But I'm trying to leave Wednesday's open, barring the unavoidable meeting or two!

Go Pats!

Gearing Up Folks!

So this is crunch week. We have to meet a whole bunch of deadlines this week like paying for states, filling out the registration form online and emailing it to me, Interview Skills (Advanced too) and others. I've been staying after school a couple days a week but guess what - only a couple of people have come after school for assistance. That means that either everyone is totally all set OR they're just thinking their work will magically be done on time.

Kevin has completed his Advanced Interview Skills as well as begun getting the ball rolling for his national candidacy! He's been working like a dog. Bristol-Plymouth has never been home to a national officer before and it's very exciting! I wish Kevin the best of luck and I hope our readers can offer him a whole bunch of encouragement here!

Sara has been perfecting her speech. She's done a marvelous job. The Global Marketing people? I have no idea if they've even started because they haven't asked for a bit of help. Scary. But they're seasoned BPA members and know what to expect.

Anyway - this is the most exciting time of year! Once the State weekend arrives, there's no stopping it. You're either ready or you're not. Those who are will get a nice view of the Empire State Building! Who.......will........I........take........to.........New.........York........City??