Education, prevention and support for the most serious form of skin cancer.
Prevent Melanoma
Teens on Tanning Forums
As part of our Your Skin Is In program MFNE holds several Teens on Tanning Forums for high school students. At the Forum teens gain leadership skills and learn the myths of tanning, melanoma facts, hear first-hand experiences from young melanoma survivors and share this information with their classmates. The Forum empowers participating teens to identify, plan and implement key initiatives at the community grassroots level to raise awareness about the dangers of tanning and adopt sun safe behaviors. Forum participants are invited to join our Teen Advisory Council to provide feedback and advise MFNE on-going teen awareness efforts.
Upcoming Teens on Tanning Forums:
- Friday, February 15, 2013 – Pitman’s Freight Room, Laconia, NH, 3:30pm-7:00pm. Register on-line or download and print the Registration Form [pdf].
- Saturday, February 16, 2013 – Red River Theatre, Concord, NH, 10:00am-2:00pm. Register on-line or download and print the Registration Form [pdf].
- Wednesday, February 27, 2013 – Cranston East High School, RI, 9:30am-2:00pm.  Download and print the Registration Form [pdf].
To learn more or to find out if there is a Teens on Tanning Forum near you, contact Amy Mason at 800-557-6352 or amason@mfne.org.
Testimonials
“After learning about melanoma at the Forum, I discovered a pre-cancerous freckle of my own. Because I was aware of all the signs and symptoms, I was able to recognize it and get it removed before it spread. I will definitely continue spreading awareness.” â€" Katherine Roy, senior, Moultonborough Academy, NH
“Having this information when I was in high school might have prevented my lifetime battle with melanoma.†â€" Kelli Pedroia, melanoma survivor and wife of Red Sox Dustin Pedroia.
THE FACTS…
- Melanoma is the 2nd most common cancer in young adults ages 15-29
- 2.3 million teens tan indoors in the U.S. every year
- Using tanning beds once a month increases your risk of melanoma by 75%
Previous Teens on Tanning Forums
- Fri February 15, 2013: Teens on Tanning Forum - Laconia, NH
- Sat February 16, 2013: Teens on Tanning Forum - Concord, NH
- Wed February 27, 2013: Teens on Tanning Forum - Cranston, RI
- Sat March 2, 2013: 4th Annual Brad Pinney Wine Tasting & Silent Auction
- Tue March 12, 2013: Martinis for Melanoma - East Greenwich
- Mon April 15, 2013: Boston Marathon®
- Thu May 9, 2013: Wally's Wicked Good 5K
- Wed May 15, 2013: Spring Melanoma Symposium
- Sat May 25, 2013: Melanoma Awareness Event
BHS DAILY BULLETIN
Thursday , February 7, 2013
Athletics:
TODAY:
Girls JV Basketball home vs Laconia 4:30 PM
Girls Varsity Basketball home vs Laconia 6:00PM
Boys JV Basketball away @ Laconia 4:30PM- bus departs @ 3:25PM
Boys Varsity Basketball away @ Laconia 6:00PM- bus departs @ 3:25PM
SALT:
Meeting today @ 2:15PM in Rm 203.
Concussion Testing:
Attention all Spring sport athletes… If you are planning on playing a spring sport and have NOT had previous concussion testing you will need to stop by and see Mr. Fournier in Rm 108 during or after school Mon-Fri to make an appt. Deadline to be tested is tomorrow.
Lakes Region Softball:
Its time to register for LR Girls Softball.Girls must be Belmont or Canterbury residents between the ages of 6 and 18 (as of Dec 1, 2012). If you would like to receive more info please go to the main office to pick up registration info. Please note there is only (1) date left to register ( Feb 23rd.)
Girls Lacrosse:
There is open gym for all high school girls interested in playing lacrosse beginning Saturday, February 9th, in the Belmont High School gym from 4:30-6:30 PM. Sticks and goggles are available for use.
News from the Nurses Office:
Teens on Tanning forum.If interested please see Mrs. Rubbe in the nurses office for details. If 5 or more students sign up they will receive a $15 I-Tunes gift card.
Drivers Education:
The next Drivers Ed class will begin on March 5th and will run until April 18th. If you are interested in signing up, you should come to the main office to get a form. Please note, you must be turning 16 by April 18th. Class is $650.00 of which a $150 deposit is due one month prior to the class with the remaining $500 by the first day of class. Checks should be made payable to Dale LaPlante.
PTO News:
BHS PTO meets on the third Thursday of each month at 6 pm in the Guidance office. We welcome parents to attend anytime their schedule allows, with no commitment required. Please come join us at the February meeting on Thursday, February 21st at 6 pm in the BHS Guidance office. If you have any questions or additional thoughts, please contact Donna Iacopucci at donnaike@metrocast.net.
Guidance:
Congratulations to Julia Ashey on her acceptances to Elmira College, Springfield College and Clarkson University
SAT's:
Tomorrow is the last day to register for the March 9th SAT's.
Are you a high school student with demonstrated academic achievement, leadership skills and an interest in medicine? Perhaps you would be interested in attending the National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine this summer. The forum allows high achieving high school students to experience hands on interactive curriculum that includes shadowing practicing physicians, going on clinical site visits to the nation's top medical centers, and interacting with faculty from world renowned medical institutions. Students who would like more information on this summer opportunity should see Mrs. O'Connell in guidance no later than today.
Job Shadow Opportunities:
1 day or 1/2 day job shadows are possible at the following sites. Please see Mrs. O'Connell or Ms. Madsen for more information.
1. Tradesman Builders Corporation--designer/Builders in Laconia
2. Laconia Refrigeration
3. Pembroke Animal Hospital with Dr. Peck
4. Ian Raymond, photographic artist
5. Healthy Eating/Active Living Program in Laconia
6. Grappone Auto Group in Bow
7. Franklin Savings Bank
8. Disabilities Rights Center in Concord
9. The Gallery Hair Salon in Concord
10. Blouin Steel Fabricators in Northfield
11. Cowan and Zellers Real Estate in Concord
12. Concord Hospital Microbiology Lab
Seniors:
The Winnipesaukee Playhouse is offering Summer Teen Interships. The Winnipesaukee Playhouse is a nonprofit organization offering teen academic experiences in acting/performing, technical/production and education. Student must be in grades 9-12(graduating seniors are welcome to apply) with previous experience or involvement in theatre arts. The internship will involve a two-week commitment, Monday through Friday from 9-4. Must have reliable transportation. There is a $100 internship fee, but scholarships are available. Applications are available online at www.winniplayhouse.org or you may download a hard copy and mail it to Kate Boucher at PO Box 5201, Laconia, NH 03247. Application deadline is March 15th. Please contact Kate@WinniPlayhouse.org with questions or concerns.
Music Dept:
Attention Band Students: The fourth payment for the Washington D.C is due no later than February 18. Unless previous arrangements have been made, please make sure that you are up to date with all payments by this time
Tomorrow night, the Belmont High School Band will be hosting their annual 'Cabaret' event in the high school cafeteria at 7:00. This years theme is "A trip to Hollywood" and members of the band will be performing music, dance, skits and more, based on a popular movie.
In addition to fabulous entertainment, food will be provided, as well as the chance to walk away with a boat load of goodies through participation in several raffles that will be held during the event. Tickets are $7.00 for adults and $5.00 for students and senior citizens. These are purchasable through any high school band member, the high school main office, or at the door.
This event is a chance for the band members to raise money for their competition trip to Washington D.C in the Spring, and it is also a great opportunity for you to relax for an evening and see what students are up to. Please join us for this wonderfully informal, fun and exciting night out!
Clubs:
Math Team:
Congratulations to the Belmont High School math teams on their performances in yesterday's meet at Laconia. The senior team finished in 2nd place, just behind Interlakes. The high scorer was Andrew Mozier. The junior team finished in 1st place and the high scorer was Eric Osgood. Good job!
Wellness Club Meeting:
First meeting will be today after school in Rm 103. This club is open to all students looking to make healthy changes in their lives. If you have any questions please see Mrs. Bates, Mrs. Rubbe or Ms. Lavallee.
Class of 2013 Student & Parent Meeting:
There will be a meeting on Monday, Feb 11th @ 6:00PM in the caf to discuss the senior class trip. Please plan to attend this very important meeting.
French Club;
Will be selling chocolates and Valentines after school in the lobby everyday until Valentines' day?
Winter Carnival Semi Formal Dance Friday, Feb. 15th 8:00-10:00PM. $ 5.00 per person. If you are bringing a guest who does not attend BHS you will need to pick up a permission form in the main office.
NHS will be collecting pennies and any other coins to help patients with Leukemia & Lymphoma. Pennies for Patients funds research for cures for these blood cancers. Please help fund cutting edge treatments for these patients. You can find collection boxes in the main, guidance and nurses office.
FBLA:
Our next meeting will be Monday, February 11th (our social to kick off FBLA Week!). Please bring a friend who might be interested in joining FBLA in the future on the 11th as well! Thank you in advance for your commitment to helping with preparation for our FBLA Week initiatives this week and your participation next week!
Pink in the Rink - We will be meeting at BHS at 5pm this Saturday and leaving at 5:15pm sharp to head to Manchester for the Monarchs "Pink in the Rink" hockey game. You must be on time, or you will miss the game and be responsible for the cost of your ticket. Go Monarchs!
Can tabs - FBLA will be collecting can tabs throughout the year for David's House. Students are asking families to set up a collection bag or box at home and periodically bring them in. The can tabs will be delivered to David's House at the end of March. Thank you for supporting this great cause!
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