Infoflow Episode 2.153 – 5/15/17
Script:
| Show Intro |
| SODA: Good morning, Blazers! Today is Monday, May 15th, 2017. |
| TRUNK: We’ve got a choc-a-bloc show for you today, but first, please stand for the pledge. |
| Pledge of Allegiance |
| TRUNK: Welcome to Infoflow! My name is Trunk. |
| SODA: And I’m Soda. In the news, a group of six swimmers off the coast of California inadvertently wandered into a group of sharks being studied by local scientists Friday. California police called to the swimmers from a helicopter, warning them that they were paddleboarding next to approximately 15 great white sharks. All of the swimmers, and the sharks, made it out okay. |
| TRUNK: Today’s weather will be sunny with a high of 72 and a low of 49. |
| SODA: Silver Chips’ 2017 senior issue is coming out in June and they’d like to feature every graduating senior. Please let Chips know what your plans are for next year so that they can publish your name and “senior destination” in the June 2017 issue. Please visit the link below to fill out the survey. https://tinyurl.com/silverchipsseniors |
| TRUNK: If you want to support the junior class, head on out to Chipotle tomorrow. The junior class council is holding a fundraiser, and 50% percent of the proceeds from the food you buy goes towards Blair. |
| SODA: Silverlogue is hosting a distribution event for Blair’s 2016-2017 yearbook. If you’re a senior, please go to the SAC from 2:30-4:00 today to get your book, enjoy light refreshments and food, and sign your friend’s copies. |
| TRUNK: For all non-seniors looking to pick up your yearbook, visit the Silverlogue table in the SAC during either lunch, Tuesday through Thursday of this week. |
| SODA: Go see everyone’s favorite student run a capella group in concert! Intonenation’s final concert is this Friday at 6:00 pm in the auditorium. This special performance will include an epic beatbox battle and the exclusive release of several new songs. |
| TRUNK: The KID Museum Apprenticeship Program is currently recruiting students for the fall session. Apprentice applicants should possess a love of learning and a desire to engage with the public. Students can earn Student Service Learning hours and be eligible for the President’s Volunteer Service Award. The deadline for applications is August 1st for the fall session. Full details can found by visiting the link below. kid-museum.org/apprentice |
| SODA: Are you interested in social justice? If so, go to the 1st Planning Meeting of the 2017-2018 Women’s Caucus on Tuesday, May 16, from 6:00-8:00 PM. It will be in the Carver Educational Services Center Cafeteria. The goal of the meeting is to create a countywide organization to unite school groups and student leaders working towards the advancement of all women and girls. Please visit the SGA office, room 161, for more information, or email the address below. Katie_C_Rossini@mcpsmd.org |
| TRUNK: The Bob Long Journalism Award, created in honor of former News4 director and Blair student Bob Long, is open to all Blazers. Create a short video individually or in a group of two to be considered for a cash award. Submissions are due by May 21st. To find more information about the scholarship, visit bnconline.net. |
| SODA: Silver Quill is hosting its last open mic on Friday, May 26th during both lunch periods. If you’ve got something you’d like to perform, sign up sheets can be found outside room 141. |
| TRUNK: Every year, more than 100 volunteers work together to make the AFI Documentary Film Festival: Washington DC’s premier filmmaking event. Volunteers are needed to assist in all areas of the festival from June 14th through 18th, by working at the box office and ushering at screenings or providing key social media and photography support. Anyone interested can reach out to docsvolnteers@gmail.com or check out the link below. http://afi.com/afidocs/volunteer.aspx |
| SODA: SGA Applications have been extended to Wednesday, May 17th. If you’re interested in being a student leader, then please apply. Forms can be found outside of room 161. Don’t miss out! |
| TRUNK: Montgomery County Regional SGA is hosting the second annual Montgomery County Ted Talk. It will be held on May 17th from 6-8 PM at Richard Montgomery. There will be several esteemed speakers, including former SMOB and FiscalNote CEO Tim Hwang, as well as Blair’s very own Marley Majette. |
| SODA: The 2017 Sankofa performance is now available on DVD for the low, low price of $10. You can purchase your copy by going to bnconline.net and clicking on the store tab at the top of the page, or you can swing by the TV studio, room 102, and pick up a copy in person. Act fast! Limited supply. It was an amazing show, and you’ll want to have a copy to remember it forever. |
| TRUNK: And now let’s go to the Silverlens team for a look at their most recent documentary project. |
| Claire/Mika/Olivia SL Promo |
| TRUNK: Thanks, guys! I can’t wait to see that video. |
| SODA: 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. |
| TRUNK: Remember to submit to Silverstream with the hashtag BlairSilverStream on Instagram or Twitter. Have a great Peace Officers Memorial Day, Blazers, and stay tuned for Silverstream. |
