Infoflow Episode 2.141 – 4/27/17

Script

Show Intro

SEBASTIEN: Hello Blazers! Today is Thursday, April 27th, 2017.

JESSICA: We’ve got a lot of announcements for you today, but first, please stand for the pledge

Pledge of Allegiance

JESSICA: Welcome to Infoflow! My name is Jessica.

SEBASTIEN: And I’m Sebastien. Today’s weather will be warm with a high 87 and a low 63.

JESSICA: In the news, the Houston Rockets finished their series against the Oklahoma City Thunder by beating them Tuesday night in a 105-99 victory.

SEBASTIEN: Go learn about consent, preventing sexual assault as an active bystander, and rape culture at Women’s Advocacy Club. They are hosting a speaker from Cultures of Consent to hold a workshop about preventing sexual assault. The workshop will take place today April 27 from 2:45 to 4 PM in the media center. There will be snacks and great discussion.

JESSICA: The Spring Capstone Showcase is taking place today, during 5th and 6th period in the Media Center. Head on out to see the awesome projects your peers have completed for their various academies.

SEBASTIEN: Attention seniors: the Counseling Department will be hosting a College Signing Day event tomorrow during both lunches. Go to the SAC to celebrate your post-high school plans. Decorate a pennant with your college or career choice, and pose for pictures with our photo booth props. Staff and students of all ages can wear their college gear to join in on the fun.

JESSICA: Attention seniors: all overdue books will be placed on your obligations as of tomorrow. If you want to go to prom and graduate, please return all of your books.

SEBASTIEN: Attention students who have been accepted as an outdoor education counselor: there will be a short orientation meeting this afternoon at 3:20 pm in room 225. The middle school staff will be there to discuss responsibilities and answer questions that you may have. If you cannot attend, please see Mrs. Hiscock in room 130.

JESSICA: Get hyped for After Prom! After Prom will be Sunday May 14 from midnight until 4:00 am. The event is open to all juniors and seniors. Bring a picture ID and arrive before 1:30 am to be admitted. There will be food, fun, casino games, laser tag, and tons of awesome prizes.

SEBASTIEN: This week is Mental Health Awareness Week. On Friday during 5th and 6th lunch, there will be an MHAW dialogue. Head on out and share your ideas about staying positive and low-stress. Also on Friday, go and hang out with your friends after school at 5pm in the media center to see the movie The Perks of Being a Wallflower. Tickets cost $2. There will also be concessions so bring extra money.

JESSICA: Blazers, you only have two days left to buy your yearbook. Check out Blair Boulevard today at lunch to see how many times you’re in this year’s edition!

SEBASTIEN: The 2nd annual Montgomery County Youth Media Festival, hosted by Gandhi Brigade Youth Media is taking place this Saturday from 10:30 – 3:30 at the AFI Theater in downtown Silver Spring. Many Blair students will have their documentaries and original films shown, so go visit. Admission is free.

JESSICA: The Blair Varsity Poms Coach will be hosting an informational meeting today from 3:30pm to 4pm in Room 117 for those interested in auditioning for the 2017-2018 Varsity Team.

SEBASTIEN:The Arc Montgomery County we have our Annual Duck Festival coming up on April 29th, 12-4 pm, 1 Veterans Plaza, Downtown Silver Spring. This event benefits The Arc Montgomery County’s programs for children and youth.   We are looking for volunteers to come out and help with this big event we have a wide range of volunteer opportunities. Volunteers can assist with activities from stage management, merchandise or even helping with games and arts & crafts. You can find more information about our Duck Festival on the website www.thearcducks.org.

JESSICA:  The Bob Long Journalism Award, created in honor of former News 4 director and Blair student, is open to all Montgomery Blair seniors. Create a short video individually or with a partner to be considered for the award. Visit the BNC website for details. Submissions are due by May 5th.

SEBASTIEN: And that’s all we have for today, Blazers. Make sure to check out our website, bnconline.net, to submit announcements and see all of our previous videos. Remember to submit to Silverstream with the hashtag BlairSilverStream on Instagram or Twitter. Have a the price is right Thursday, and stay tuned for Silverstream.