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MARCH 2016

Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tameka Robinson

Principal’s Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jacqueline Williams

Main Office Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Anna Berkman

Student Services OfficeElida Ferro . . . . . . . . . . Mary Fortin . . . . .Paula D’Alesandro Chris Ryan

Records Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kim Swick

Assistant PrincipalsJim Krupa . . . . . . . . . . Terry Gaddy . . . . . .Wakisha Mawali David Montoya . . . . . . Ken Ramos . . . Shakeica Robinson

Community School Assistant Principal . . . . . . . . . Jim Utterback

Community School Secretaries . .Jacqueline Williams . .Nancy Broh

Athletic & Activities Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Nick Franco

Clinic Nurses . . . . . . . . . Jane Freitag . . . . . . . Kathy Elbaum

Guidance Counselors/OfficeJennifer Barreara . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kristen Harrell Ashley Neer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tara Robinson Myrlaine Rosefort (ESOL)

Graduation Coach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Debbie Tanguay

CTE Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tracey Kouf

Bookkeeper/Internal Accts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Susan Diglio

Cafeteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marnor Potosme

Data Processing . . . . . . . Tracy Narducci . . . . Martha Weiland

ESEStacey Motter-Fay (Coordinator) . . Michael Timpone (ESE Dean) Claudia Tinari (Speech)

ESOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stacie Lipten-Block (Coordinator)

Math Coach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glenn Brown

Reading Coach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cathy Sampson

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Message From The Principal

Smoke Signals • March 2016 • Issue #1Published Five Times Per Year

School District of Palm Beach County3300 Forest Hill Blvd., C-316West Palm Beach, FL 33406

Academy Publishing School Newsletter Program ™ 800-644-3541

Greetings Chief Family,

Thank you to all parents who attended our grade level parent training in January and February. This opportunity allowed understanding the expectations of upcoming assessments, graduation requirements, curriculum sequencing and more. In addition, updated student data chat forms were given to parents to monitor and track their students’ progress. Please look out for a flyer on our spring curriculum night in April. More information will be sent at a later date.

School grades were released earlier this month and Santaluces earned a letter grade of “B” from the Florida Department of Education. This rating is based on the results from 2014-15 accountability results. Even though our school grade dropped one letter grade, I am pleased with the performance of our students. Our teachers and staff members worked extremely hard in preparation for the assessments. As mentioned in the parent letter sent home from Dr. Avossa, Superintendent, the school grading formula changed from years past and learning gain were not a part of the equation. Only proficiency scores were included. Below, you will find the data from all Title I schools in the district and how we compared to schools with similar demographics.

This is a very important time of the year. We are preparing for this year’s upcoming state assessments, AP/AICE, EOCs and school-wide SAT. The SAT was administered to all 11th grade students at no cost on Wednesday, March 2, 2016. It was a great opportunity for juniors to start receiving their college readiness scores. The FSA Writing assessment is underway. All students in grades 9 and 10, as well as 11th grade re-take students are taking this exam.

In closing, I encourage you to attend our SAC meetings which are held the 3rd Wednesday of each month in the Media Center at 6:00 p.m. Your input and suggestions are always welcome. As mentioned, the students are working very hard and spring break is approaching. It is my hope everyone have a wonderful spring break vacation. I look forward to seeing you all at some of our school events.

Sincerely,Tameka RobinsonPrincipal

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Santaluces’ Coat of Arms

Most institutions have a “Coat of Arms” or “Crest” that symbolizes their organization. Coat of Arms and Crests promotes esprit de corps and keeps alive historical traditions and significance of the institution. If you look around you can see Coat of Arms and Crests everywhere, from the State Crest on the Florida State Flag to the Palm Beach County Fire Department Crest on the side of every fire truck.

Santaluces Community High School is no different. Santaluces’ Coat of Arms represents the school from centuries of history of the 1st Native Americans that thrived in area of the school to Athletics and Academic Achievement. Below is a description of Santaluces’ Coat of Arms. Next time you see Santaluces’ Coat of Arms reflect on its meaning and what it represents. Santaluces’ Coat of Arms symbolizes what the school embodies and historic traditions of the area.

1. Head of a Local Native American Chief, who dons a feather headdress, which symbolize nobility.

2. Arrow Head: Commonly associated with warriors to defend their homeland and hunting.

3. Scroll and Quill: Academic or scholarly achievement.

4. Torch: Truth and intelligence5. Talaria (Winged sandal): Represents

Athletic competition.6. Banner: Notating the Name of the School

and Mascot.7. Red-Martyr; strength and magnanimity.

Chief Band Earns Superior Ratings!

Congratulations to the following band students for earning Superior ratings on their solos or ensembles at the Florida Bandmasters Association Music Performance Assessment held on February 6, 2016.

Solos:T.J. Mason Trumpet Grade 9Jeff Emille Tenor Sax Grade 10Patrick Sadej Bari Sax Grade 10Jancalo Sanchez Bassoon Grade 11Austin Banzhaf Tenor Sax Grade 12Austin Banzhaf Snare Drum Grade 12Alexis Trevino Marimba Grade 12Alexis earned a “Superior with Distinction” meaning she played her entire solo from memory.

Santaluces Jazz Combo:Michael Smith, Adrye Roque, Alexis Pico, Shawn Phatius, and Vikash Sharma

Guard Solos:Melissa CharlesRay BenjararaJaneth Marquez

Dr. Karen Crocco, Director6880 Lawrence Rd.Lantana, FL 33463561.357.6123 (X46123)

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Do you need Community Service Hours?

Volunteer OpportunityDescription: Re-do Hospital Bulletin Boardsa. Help to create and design an image that will project the prescribed

theme (such as ‘caring’)b. Build a list of craft supplies necessary to create the artworkc. Potentially shop with me for the suppliesd. Create the image and place in the bulletin boardDescription: Make Baby welcome signsa. Work with crafts to create the welcome baby signs that we

subsequently hang on the new mother’s door with the new baby’s name and date of birth

b. Keep art supplies current and organizedRequirements:• Artistically inclined with proven skills working with crafting projects• Able to volunteer 2 to 3 hours per week• Able to go through our volunteer orientation program (2 hour

orientation, flu shot, TB test, reference letter)Shift placement:• This job can be accomplished at any time and can accommodate

teen availability such at 4 – 6 pm on any school night and weekends anytime (such that we can work a few teens into one group).

Contact: Debbie Lindsay, Supervisor, Volunteer Services, West Boca Medical Center, 21644 State Road 7, Boca Raton, FL 33428 PH: 561-488-8293, Email: Debbie.lindsay@tenethealth.com

Below is the Individual Championship for Districts. Also Santaluces won Districts and Conferences this year.

• 120 Results—Guaranteed Places 1st Place - Michael Medio of Santaluces

• 126 Results—Guaranteed Places 1st Place - Joel Govia of Santaluces

• 145 Results—Guaranteed Places 1st Place - Kareem Thomas of Santaluces

• 160 Results—Guaranteed Places 1st Place - Gabriel Burzycki of Santaluces

• 170 Results—Guaranteed Places 1st Place - Nicholas Whittington of Santaluces

• 182 Results—Guaranteed Places 1st Place - Carmine Santosus of Santaluces

Santaluces qualified 13 to Regionals and 2 wrestlers continued their journey on to the States Competition level (Silver Spurs Arena). (Weight Class 145 - Kareem Thomas and Weight Class 160 Gabriel Burzycki). SHS Wrestlers placed 10th out of 29 teams at Regionals. An additional 2 other wrestlers were just shy of making it to the States Competition level. Weight Class 120 - Michael Medio and Weight Class 170 - Nicholas Whittington were one match away from qualifying for states.

Wrestling Championship for Districts

3Chiefs Debate!Santaluces High School Debate Team placed third in our annual (tri-county) Regional – Ethics Bowl! The competition was held at Palm Beach State College on Saturday, February 6th. Students are proudly displaying their medals and certificates. The competition was stiff, but these Chiefs did an excellent job!

From left to right: Alex Mehner, Alex Padilla, Clayton Buckner, Sireen Hilo, and Aubrey Dale

A letter from the Palm Beach State College Admissions Advisor:

Debt Free College WorkshopIn our effort to serve the students attending our Lake Worth service area high schools; Palm Beach State College will be hosting a “Debt Free College Workshop” on February 25th. We would like to invite your Junior and Senior students and their family to join us for an evening that will offer them the opportunity to meet with Student Services staff who can answer their questions regarding admissions, advising, financial aid, and more. Below your will find a link that will provide you with all the details. Thank you once again for the opportunity to serve your students and strength our community partnership.Here is the link: www.palmbeachstate.edu/studentupdates/default.aspx

Best regards,Darlene R. Smith, Admissions Advisor, Palm Beach State Collegesmithd@palmbeachstate.edt, (561) 868-3988

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Spring 2016 Assessment DatesTest Date Morning Afternoon Wed., Mar. 2 School Day SATThu., Mar. 3 FSA Grade 10 WritingTue., Mar. 8 FSA Grade 9 WritingWed., Mar. 9 FSA Grade 10 Writing Retakes (11th Grade)Tue., Mar. 15 PERT Assessment (Algebra 1 Retake Students)Tue., Mar. 29 FSA Grade 10 Reading Retakes Session 1 (11th Grade Retakes)Wed., Mar. 30 FSA Grade 10 Reading Retakes Session 2 (11th Grade Retakes)Thu., Mar. 31 FCAT 2.0 Reading Retakes (12th Grade)Fri., Apr. 1 FCAT 2.0 Reading Retakes (12th Grade)Mon., Apr. 4 AICE Art (All Day)Tue., Apr. 5 NGSSS Retakes (Algebra 1, Biology, U.S. History)Wed., Apr. 6 NGSSS Retakes (Algebra 1, Biology, U.S. History)Tue., Apr. 12 – Fri., Apr. 15 FSA Grade 9 ReadingTue., Apr. 19 – Fri., Apr. 22 FSA Grade 10 ReadingTue., Apr. 26 AICE Marine Science (Paper 1)Wed., Apr. 27 AICE Marine Science (Paper 2)Thu., Apr. 28 & Fri., Apr. 29th

EOC & FSA Senior Exams (Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Biology, U.S. History)

Mon., May 2 AP PsychologyTue., May 3 AICE General Paper, Geometry FSA – Session 1 AP Physics 1, AICE French (Paper 2)Wed., May 4 AICE Chemistry (Paper 2), AICE English Lang (Paper 1),

Geometry FSA – Session 2AICE French (Paper 3)

Thu., May 5 AP Calculus AB, Algebra 1 FSA – Session 1 AICE International Hist.–(Paper 1), AICE Thinking Skills – (Paper 1)

Fri., May 6 AP U.S. History, Algebra 1 FSA – Session 2 Mon., May 9 AP Biology AICE Spanish Language (Paper 2)Tue., May 10 AP U.S. Gov’t, Algebra 2 FSA – Session 1 AICE Thinking Skills (Paper 2)Wed., May 11 Algebra 2 FSA – Session 2 AICE International Hist.–(Paper 2), AICE Spanish

Language – (Paper 3)Thu., May 12 AICE English Language – Paper 2 AP Statistics, AICE Computing, AICE Global Pers.Fri., May 13 AP Human GeographyTue., May 17 U.S. History EOC AICE ComputingWed., May 18 Biology EOCTue., May 31 AICE MusicThu., June 2 AICE Chemistry (Practical)Wed., June 8 AICE Chemistry (Multiple Choice)

Florida Prepaid CollegeDear Parent or Guardian,

As part of our commitment to your child’s education, we want to share with you information about the Florida Prepaid College Board’s Open Enrollment Period that ends February 29. College might seem like a long way off, but starting to save now means your child’s tuition will be covered when they need it.

All Florida Prepaid College Plans are guaranteed by the State of Florida, and while the plans are designed to be used in state, if your child attends an out-of-state or private college, the plan will pay the same amount as it would pay at a public college or university in Florida.

The five Florida Prepaid Tuition Plans offer a variety of options starting at just $46 a month. The younger your child, the more years you have to save, and the lower the monthly payments for a Florida Prepaid Plan.

It is never too early to begin investing in your child’s future. Multiple studies have found that students with college savings are more likely to attend and finish college and that having a degree greatly improves lifetime earning potential. For example, a Georgetown University study estimates that a student with a bachelor’s degree can earn $1.6 million more in their lifetime than a student with only a high school diploma.

We are also pleased to offer promo code, SUP1516, for a free gift pack for families that purchase a Florida Prepaid Tuition Plan before Open Enrollment ends February 29.

Open Enrollment runs through February 29, 2016.

Learn more at www.myfloridaprepaid.com.

4FRIENDS OF GUMBO LIMBO- GORDON J. GILBERT SCHOLARSHIP AND CHARLES N. KURUCZ MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $2,500• Eligibility requirements: Cumulative GPA of at least at 3.2 and a

science GPA of 3.5, plan to enroll in a university of college to pursue a degree in a field promoting conservation, education or research of marine or coastal environment.

• Special scholarship options available for 1st generation college students or students eligible for the Free and Reduced Price School Meal program.

• Deadline: February 12, 2016• http://www.gumbolimbo.org/scholarshipFLORIDA ENGINEERING SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: Varies• Eligibility Requirements: Must be high school senior, minimum

unweighted GPA of 3.5, must have SAT scores of at least 600 on math, 500 on reading, 500 on writing, must have ACT scores of at least 26 on math and 21 on English, enroll in an accredited engineering program, all AICE, AP, and IB test scores

• Deadline: February 12, 2016• https://www.fleng.org/scholarships.cfm.FSU YOUNG SCHOLAR PROGRAM• AMOUNT: All paid for summer program at FSU• FOR 11TH GRADERS• Eligibility Requirements: Students must have a 3.0 GPA, score

in the 90th percentile or better on a nationally standardized test, be enrolled in or plan to take Pre-Calculus, maintain permanent residence in Florida

• Deadline: February 15, 2016SCHOLARSHIP FOR DREAMERS• AMOUNT: Up to $25,000• Eligibility requirements: Students must be highly motivated with

DACA/TPS status who cannot afford to go to college, must demonstrate significant financial need, academic promise and determination to succeed

• Deadline: February 15, 2016• http://www.thedream.us/scholars/SCHOLARSHIPS FOR FIRST TIME COLLEGE STUDENTS- THEDREAM.US• AMOUNT: Tuition• Eligibility requirements: 2.5-4.0 un-weighted GPA, intend to

enroll full-time in an associate’s or bachelor’s degree program at one of TheDream.US Partner Colleges within one year of receiving the Scholarship, be eligible for in-state tuition, be DACA or TPS eligible, and demonstrate significant unmet financial need

• Deadline: February 15, 2016• http://www.thedream.us/scholars/scholarship-guidelines/YOU DESERVE IT SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $1,000• Eligibility Requirements: must be a resident of the US, Must be

at least 16 years of age and enrolling in a college or university within the next 3 months

• Deadline: February 15, 2016• http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_you_deserve_it_

scholarship_8959.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=email&utm_campai

THE KIWANIS CLUB OF WEST PALM BEACH FOUNDATION, INC. SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $10,000-$16,000 over 4 years• Eligibility Requirements: must carry at least a 3.0 GPA,

demonstrated good citizenship and community responsibility, who have a financial need

• Deadline: February 15, 2016MILITARY COMMANDERS’ SCHOLARSHIP FUND• AMOUNT: $5,000• Eligibility Requirements: be dependent children of active duty,

reserve, National Guard or retired members of the United States military who hold valid Exchange & Commissary shopping privileges at the time of application, have a minimum cumulative 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale

• Deadline: February 17, 2016• http://sms.scholarsapply.org/militarycommanders/REGIONS RIDING FORWARD SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY CONTEST• AMOUNT: $5,000• Eligibility Requirements: Minimum GPA of 2.0 and also must

complete the essay• Deadline: February 25, 2016• h t t p s : / / a i m . a p p l y i s t s . n e t / A c c o u n t /

LogOn?ReturnUrl=%2fridingforwardROTARY CLUB OF WEST PALM BEACH “SERVICE ABOVE SELF” SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: Vocational- $2,000, Academic- $4,000• Eligibility requirements: All applicants must demonstrate

“Service Above Self” through a history of school and/or community service.

• Deadline: February 27, 2016• h t tp : / /www. ro ta r ywes tpa lmbeach.o rg/PDFs/WPB-

Scholarship-Application.pdfBARRY GRUNOW SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: Varies• Eligibility Requirements: High school seniors who plan to major

in education• Deadline: February 28, 2016• All applications are on-line. Apply at https://scholarshipamerica.org/

and click on “For Students and Parents”, and then “Create A Profile”2016 JOSEPH FALLON COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM• AMOUNT: $1,000• Eligibility Requirements: Must be a resident of the Village of

Palm Springs• Deadline: February 29, 2016BUICK ACHIEVER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM• AMOUNT: $25,000 per year• Eligibility Requirements: High school seniors interested in

science, technology, engineering, and mathematic related fields (STEM)

• Deadline: February 29, 2016• http://buickachievers.com/?utm_source=MDRe1&utm_

medium=email&utm_campaign=BA2016VIVIAN SCOTT SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $1,500• Eligibility Requirements: Seniors who receive F/R priced meals

and attend a Title I high school• Deadline: February 29, 2016PAYSCALE’S WOMEN IN STEM SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $2,000• Eligibility Requirements: The annual scholarship award is for

one (1) student enrolled in an associate, bachelor’s or graduate level program in a science, technology, engineering or math related major, must complete the official application, which includes a 300- to 500-word essay on the selected topic and agree to terms of the Official Scholarship Award Agreement on the last section of the application.

• Deadline: February 29, 2016• http://www.payscale.com/education/scholarship?utm_

sou r c e=buz z s t r e am&u tm_med i um=ema i l&u tm_campaign=scholarship%20outreach

SWEET AND SIMPLE SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $1,500• Eligibility Requirements: Submit an online short written

response (250 words or less) for the question: “Not every gift has to be expensive or extravagant. In fact, sometimes it’s the sweet and simple things that make a real difference in our lives. Think back and tell us about something you received as a gift and why it meant so much to you.”

• Deadline: February 29, 2016• https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/sweet-

and-simple-scholarship?utm_source=unigo_members&utm_medium=email&utm_content=text&utm_campaign=2.2.16_monthly_our_scholarship_counselor

VARSITY TUTORS SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST• AMOUNT: $1,000• Eligibility requirements: Write an essay on the monthly topic,

submit it on the website, and the viewers get to vote for whoever they think has the best essay, then at the end of the month, whichever has the most votes, wins the scholarship

• THIS HAPPENS EVERY MONTH• Deadline: Last day of every month• http://www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarshipJ.M. RUBIN FOUNDATION• AMOUNT: Varies, is renewable• Eligibility Requirements: Must be a resident of Palm Beach County,

recipients chosen based on academic and/or athletic achievement• Deadline: March 1, 2016THE DE MOYA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPSThe Armando J. De Moya Scholarship• AMOUNT: $5,000• Eligibility Requirements: Awarded to a University of Florida

student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering who needs financial support to pursue his/her studies

• Deadline: March 1, 2016Tutoring Support Scholarships• AMOUNT: $2,500• Eligibility Requirements: Awarded to one high school student

and one college student who wish to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management, have a documented learning disability and need tutoring support to pursue their studies

• Deadline: March 1, 2016Vocational Technical Program Scholarship• AMOUNT: $3,000• Eligibility Requirements: Awarded to a student who wishes to

attend a vocational/technical certificate program in the field related to road and bridge construction, has a documented disability, and needs financial/tutoring support to pursue his/her studies

• Deadline: March 1, 2016Job Coach Scholarship• AMOUNT: $4,000• Eligibility Requirements: Awarded to a student who wishes

to work in the road and bridge construction industry, has a documented disability and needs job skills training, job coaching and employment support

• Deadline: March 1, 2016BOYNTON WOMAN’S CLUB• AMOUNT: Varies• Eligibility Requirements: Must be a full time resident living

in Boynton Beach within the zip codes of 33426, 33435, 33436, 33437, 33467, 33472, 33473, in the top 25% of the graduating class, plan to attend a Florida college or university

• Deadline: March 1, 2016NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN SOUTHEAST ATLANTIC SECTION SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $1,000• Eligibility Requirements: qualified applicants must be Jewish

women, residents of Broward County or South Palm Beach County (Boynton Beach or south), and enrolled in 12th grade. Must write no longer than 2 page essay on why they believe they have the potential to become a Jewish leader of tomorrow

• Deadline: March 1, 2016ACTUARIAL DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPAMOUNT: VARIES• Eligibility Requirements: Students must be going into the

actuarial profession• Deadline: March 1, 2016• http://www.actuarialfoundation.org/programs/actuarial/

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Santaluces Scholarship Bulletin

5ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1957 SCHOLARSHIP FUND• AMOUNT: Varies• Eligibility Requirements: Three letters of recommendation, copy

of your high school transcript, an essay describing your goals for the next 10 years, minimum GPA of a 2.5, financial need will be a major determination in the selection process

• Deadline: March 1, 2016THE 2016 LINKS ARTS SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: Varies• Eligibility Requirements: Students must intend to major in the

Arts, African American graduating senior, minimum GPA 2.5, current resume, 2 letters of recommendation (one supporting artistic talent), an official transcript

• Deadline: March 4, 2016ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA, SORORITY INC. ZETA TAU OMEGA CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP• Eligibility Requirements: Must plan to enroll next year at an

accredited U.S. postsecondary Institution, minimum GPA of 2.7, and a 300-550 word essay explaining how this scholarship will help you with your education and future career goals.

• Deadline: March 4, 2016TATIANA MENDEZ FUTURE RESOURCES SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $500• Eligibility Requirements: Minimum cumulative GPA of a 3.0,

updated resume showing interest in environmental stewardship and protecting natural resources, an official transcript, and a 500 word essay on “What do you believe is the biggest issue that currently threatens our nation’s natural resources, and what are at least two ways we can begin to fix this issue?”

• Deadline: March 1, 2016• http://criminallawsvirginia.com/#scholarshipTHE 2016 BRIANA MARIE COX FOUNDATION MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $3,000• Eligibility requirements: For any high school senior who, in their

lifetime, has lost a parent, a legal guardian, or sibling. Proof of loss in the form of a copy of the death certificate, or equivalent legal document, is required.

• Financial need is not a consideration.• Deadline: March 1, 2016• http://brianamariecoxfoundation.org/site/scholarship/DORI SAVES LIVES STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $2,500

• Eligibility requirements: Interview someone who has lost a loved one on the road and record the interview on paper or video, OR Write a one-page essay about what they would say to a victim’s family after losing a loved one on the road.

• Deadline: March 1, 2016• http://dorisaveslives.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/DSF-

Road-Safety-Scholarship-and-Instructions-2015.pdfFLORIDA A&M UNIVERSITY NATIONAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION – PALM BEACH COUNTY CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP• Eligibility requirements: specifically for students accepted to FAMU,

write an essay, transcripts, and 2 letters of recommendation• Deadline: March 4, 2016AABE FLORIDA CHAPTER 2016 SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $3,000• Eligibility Requirements: Students must have a minimum of a 3.0

GPA, applied to one or more accredited colleges/universities, plan to major in business, one of the physical sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics, be a member of one of a class/group of individuals who has been historically underrepresented in the sciences, technology, engineering, and math related disciplines, must show financial need

• Deadline: March 4, 2016CARIBBEAN EDUCATORS’ ASSOCIATION 2016 SCHOLARSHIP• Eligibility requirements: Must be a descendant of the Caribbean,

accepted to a postsecondary institution, have at least a 2.75 GPA, completed community service and extracurricular activities, and express why this scholarship is important to you.

• Deadline: March 7, 2016WOMEN’S CHAMBER FOUNDATION 2015-2016 SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $500-$1,000• Eligibility requirements: Students must submit a signed and

completed application, school transcript, a 200-500 word essay, and verification of community service.

• Deadline: March 10, 2016• http://www.womenschamber.biz/CARIBBEAN AMERICAN FOR COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT IN FLORIDA• AMOUNT: varies• Eligibility Requirements: Be a resident of Palm Beach County

and attend a Palm Beach County High School, Demonstrate an interest in Caribbean-American affairs, provide an acceptance letter to a university, and complete an essay

• Deadline: March 11, 2016

PALM BEACH COUNTY COUNCIL OF TEACHERS OF MATHEMATICS (PBCCTM) SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $500• Eligibility Requirements: Awarded to one

graduating senior in good academic standing and must be pursuing a career in mathematics education

• Deadline: March 14, 2016THE FETTERMAN AND ASSOCIATES SCHOLARSHIP PROJECT• AMOUNT: $1,000• Eligibility requirements: Must write a 500-1,000 word essay on

“My Most Influential Teacher”• The winner’s teacher will be honored with a new tablet computer!• Deadline: March 15, 2016• h t t p : / / w w w . l a w t e a m . c o m / w p - c o n t e n t /

uploads/2014/02/2016-Scholarship-Application.pdfICMA-RC PUBLIC EMPLOYEE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND• AMOUNT: Based on Financial Need• Eligibility Requirements: surviving children and spouses of

U.S. city, county and state public employees who have died in service to their communities. Applicants must enroll in and attend an accredited college, university or vocational-technical school on a full-time basis. High school seniors, undergraduates and graduate students are eligible to apply. Students must provide a letter from the deceased employee’s place of work verifying his or her employment at time of death, and supporting financial information.

• Deadline: March 15, 2016• http://www.icmarc.org/prebuilt/micro/vantagescholar/GENERAL HENRY H. ARNOLD EDUCATION GRANT PROGRAM• AMOUNT: $500-4,000• Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must plan to enroll in a full-

time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school and have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent.

• Deadline: March 18, 2016• http://www.afas.org/education-grants

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6STONEGATE CHARITABLE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $1,000• Eligibility requirements: High school students must demonstrate

outstanding volunteer performance in the community, a strong academic standing and financial need.

• Deadline: March 18, 2016• https://www.stonegatebank.com/a_charity.htmCOOLIDGE SCHOLARS PROGRAM• AMOUNT: Full-ride four years of undergraduate study• Eligibility Requirements: Coolidge Scholars must possess

a distinguished academic record, pursued and succeeded the most rigorous course of study, demonstrate uncommon academic depth and intellectual curiosity, must write an 800 word essay on Coolidge values.

• Deadline: March 18, 2016• Coolidgescholars.orgFEDERAL EMPLOYEE EDUCATION & ASSISTANCE FUND• AMOUNT: $250-2,500• Eligibility Requirements: Current civilian federal and postal

employees with at least 3 years of federal service, their children and spouses, dependent applicants may first apply as high school seniors, enrolled in an accredited post-secondary school, must have a 3.0 GPA

• Deadline: March 25, 2016• https://apply.feea.org/scholarships/application2016.phpHAITIAN EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION OF PALM BEACH SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $500• Eligibility Requirements: must be a Haitian student residing in

Palm Beach County, be an English Language Learner, minimum GPA of 2.75, be accepted at a higher educational, vocational or technical institution, and complete a submission essay

• Deadline: March 27, 2016CAROLYN JAMES LEGACY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: Varies• Eligibility Requirements: Student must be a graduating senior

in attendance at a Palm Beach County high school, minimum high school GPA of 2.5, one page statement, and 2 letters of recommendation

• Deadline: March 28, 2016EXECUTIVE WOMEN OF THE PALM BEACHES SCHOLARSHIP• Eligibility Requirements: Deserving female attending a Title 1 High

school in Palm Beach County, Must be enrolled in a college or university located in Florida that has no religious affiliation

• Deadline: March 28, 2016HSF GENERAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS• AMOUNT: $500-5,000• Eligibility Requirements: Must be of Hispanic Heritage,

minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, plan to enroll full-time in an accredited 4-year university or graduate school, must be a U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, DACA or eligible non-citizen, complete the FAFSA

• Deadline: March 30, 2016• https://hsf.net/en/scholarships/programs/general-college-

scholarshipsPALM BEACH COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER’S SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $1,000• Eligibility Requirements: Must be entering college as a full-time

student, U.S. citizen, cumulative GPA of at least a 3.0, official transcripts, parents tax return, 2 letters of recommendation, and a one-page essay

• Deadline: March 31, 2016YOUNG AMERICAN CREATIVE PATRIOTIC ART CONTEST• AMOUNT: $500-$10,000• Eligibility requirements: Portray “Patriotic” in a form of artwork• Deadline: March 31, 2016• http://www.vfwauxi l iary.org/wp-content/uploads/bsk-

pdf-manager/193_FILLABLE-2015-2016-Patriotic-Art-Brochure_FINAL.pdf

JANICE M. SCOTT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND (JMSMSF)• AMOUNT: $5,000• Eligibility requirements: Student must be a US citizen or

permanent resident of the US, GPA of 3.0 or higher, planning on attending a 3 year college or university, demonstrated leadership abilities through participating in community services or other extra-curricular activities, parents combined income cannot exceed $50,000

• Deadline: March 31, 2016• http://scholarshipmentor.com/janice-m-scott-memorial-

scholarshipSTRAIGHTFORWARD MEDIA SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $500 four times per year• Eligibility Requirements: Must be interest in programs such

as journalism, broadcasting, advertising, speech, mass communications, marketing, speechwriting, etc.

• Deadline: March 31, 2016• http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/scholarships2/media/

form.phpKANTNER FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS• AMOUNT: $2,000-$6,000• Eligibility Requirements: Students must display academic

achievement, leadership, entrepreneurship, and community involvement. Student must be a high school senior and be a full-time resident of Palm Beach or Martin County

• Deadline: April 1, 2016• Www.KantnerFoundation.orgFLORIDA SCHOOL COUNSELOR ASSOCIATION ESSAY COMPETITION• AMOUNT: $500• Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be a high school senior

planning to begun college in Summer or Fall of 2016, essays must be 1-page, single-spaced and address the following topic: How has your school counselor made a difference?

• Deadline: April 1, 2016ESA FOUNDATION COMPUTER AND VIDEO SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM• AMOUNT: $3,000• Eligibility Requirements: Must be a women or minority student

pursuing degrees leading to careers in computer and video game arts, must have a GPA of 2.75 or above

• Deadline: April 1, 2016• http://www.esafoundation.org/scholarship.aspTHE STATE FARM GOOD NEIGHBOR SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $2,500• Eligibility Requirements: Must be a high school senior who will

graduate at the end of the 2015-16 school year, Plan to enroll in full time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school for the entire 2016-2017 academic year, Have a cumulative grade point average of 2.50 to 3.20 on a 4.00 scale, the first 700 applications only will be considered

• Deadline: April 2, 2016• h t t p s : / / w w w . s c h o l a r s h i p a m e r i c a . o r g /

statefarmgoodneighborscholarship/EXXONMOBIL BERNARD HARRIS MATH AND SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM• AMOUNT: $5,000• Eligibility Requirements: For African American or Hispanic seniors

who show academic achievement, leadership skills or community service in the area of Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics and have a minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA

• Deadline: April 7, 2016• http://www.cgcs.org/domain/19BOYNTON MASONIC LODGE NO. 236 – WAYNE A. HANSEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP• Eligibility Requirements: Neatly typed application, official

transcripts, 500-750 word essay, and list of notable achievements• Deadline: April 11, 2016UNICO FOUNDATION, INC. UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS• AMOUNT: $6,000• Eligibility requirements: Minimum GPA of 3.0, United States citizen

of Italian heritage, a graduating senior, must submit either SAT or ACT score, 2 letters of recommendation, and an official transcript

• Deadline: April 15, 2016• http://www.unicokc.org/Websites/unicokc/images/2015docs/

Undergraduate_Scholarship_Appl icat ion_Terms___Conditions.pdf

CHAIRS SCHOLARS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPFlorida Program• AMOUNT: Varies• Eligibility Requirements: have a serious physical disability,

eligible for free or reduced lunch, have a “B” scholastic average• Deadline: April 15, 2016• http://www.chairscholars.org/ index.php/apply-for-a-

scholarship/florida-programNational Program• AMOUNT: $30,000• Eligibility Requirements: Must be attending Edinboro University

of Pennsylvania or University of Tampa, have a serious physical challenge and may or may not use a wheelchair for mobility. The physical challenge must be significant and affect activities of daily living. No minor disability will be considered. Must have verifiable unmet financial need, have a “B” average, The applicant must show some form of significant community service or social contribution in the past

• Deadline: April 15, 2016• http://www.chairscholars.org/ index.php/apply-for-a-

scholarship/national-programTUNGSTEN RINGS & CO. SCHOLARSHIP FOR HIGHER EDUCATION• AMOUNT: $1,000• Eligibility Requirements: age 16 and older, attending high

school or enrolled in undergraduate, graduate and vocational programs in the US. Our needs based scholarship rewards students who are aspiring to achieve higher education and pursue their dreams

• Deadline: April 15, 2016• https://www.tungstenringsco.com/submission.htmlPELICAN WATER SUSTAINABILITY SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $500-1,000• Eligibility Requirements: Students must answer the essay topic,

high school GPA of 3.5 or higher, and a letter of recommendation• Deadline: April 15, 2016• http://www.pelicanwater.com/scholarship.phpMEDALS OF AMERICA 2016 SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $1,000• Eligibility Requirements: Enrolled (or enrolling) as full time

student of accredited college/university within the U.S., for completion of undergraduate degree in Political Science, History, or equivalent, Current Active Duty members and their dependents or any Veteran and their direct descendants (children, grandchildren, etc), and complete the essay

• Deadline: April 16, 2016• http://www.medalsofamerica.com/content--name-scholarship#2016 STUDENT-VIEW SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM• AMOUNT: $500-$4,000• Eligibility Requirements: No minimum SAT/ACT, no essay, no lengthy

application, You simply go to www.student-view.com and complete a 15-20 minute survey to be entered into the scholarship drawing

• Deadline: April 22, 2016FRIENDS OF GREEN CAY NATURE CENTER SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $4,000• Eligibility Requirements: Palm Beach or Broward County

graduating high school senior who has been accepted into a four-year college or university and who will be pursuing a career in the environmental sciences

• Deadline: April 22, 2016 at 3:00 PMAMERICAN MUSLIM ALLIANCE OF FLORIDA INC STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $500-$1,000• Eligibility Requirement: GPA of 3.0, 2 letters of recommendation,

essay, open for students of all faith and race• Deadline: April 25, 2016

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7AYO AND IKEN CHILDREN OF DIVORCE SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $1,000• Eligibility requirements: Plan to attend post-high school

education, If your parents are permanently separated or divorced but communicate openly and positively, Join together to continue showing you love and work together in your best interest.

• Deadline: May 1, 2016• http://www.myfloridalaw.com/children-of-divorce-scholarship-

ayo-iken/MICHAEL KIELY STRONG ROOTS SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $500• Eligibility Requirements: must have a minimum cumulative

GPA of 3.0 or greater, must possess an interest in community building, as demonstrated by their essay and resumé, and complete the essay

• Deadline: May 1, 2016• http://virginiacriminallawyernow.com/2016-scholarship.htmlAPRIL COCKERHAM DREAM ACT SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $500• Eligibility Requirements: any student enrolled in a community

college, private or public undergraduate college or university, graduate program, business school, or law school in the United States, possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, must submit a 700-word essay or statement that considers current immigration conditions and reforms in the United States and offers at least two concrete ways that these conditions might be improved.

• Deadline: May 1, 2016• http://thevisafirm.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/April-

Cockerham-DREAM-Act-Scholarship1.pdfANGELA DIPIERTO WOMEN IN BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $500• Eligibility Requirements: female student who is pursuing post-

secondary education, must possess an interest in business or entrepreneurship, as demonstrated by past and present volunteer, professional, and educational experiences, minimum GPA required for application is 3.0

• Deadline: May 1, 2016• http://marylandcriminallaws.com/#women-law-scholarshipFLORIDA PTA SCHOLARSHIPS• AMOUNT: $2,000• Eligibility Requirements: graduate from a Florida High School, be

a member of their high school’s PTA/PTSA, planning to continue their education in the 2016-2017 school year at a University, Fine Arts, Community College or Vo-Tech, fully complete the application and submit letters of recommendation, an essay, and copies their official high school transcript, ACT and/or SAT scores

• Deadline: May 1, 2016JASON’S WISH SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $500-2,000• Eligibility Requirements: Must have lost a love one to suicide,

current legal resident of Florida, graduating senior, must have and maintain a 2.5 GPA, must complete 25 community service hours per year

• Deadline: May 17, 2016DEBORAH SYNDER SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $5,000• Eligibility requirements: students must be accepted into a

school, college, or university to pursue a course of study in Architectural Design, Interior Design or Landscape Design. Must submit a college acceptance letter, resume, copies of your work, and a personal statement.

• Deadline: May 20, 2016FLORIDA MEMORIAL’S FIRST-TIME FRESHMEN ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP• Full Tuition Scholarships: awarded to students with an un-

weighted grade point average of 3.6-4.0, awardee will receive a full-tuition scholarship $12,384.00 per year

• Partial-Tuition Scholarships: awarded to students with an un-weighted GPA of 3.4-3.59, the awardee will receive $3,000.00 per year

• Presidential Scholarships: awarded to students with un-weighted 4.0 GPA and/or Valedictorian of their respective high school. The awardee will receive full-tuition, room and board

FIU RAISE.ME MICRO-SCHOLARSHIPS• AMOUNT: Up to $2,500 a year• Eligibiglity requirements: You sign up online and you are awarded

for activities and assignments such as taking an FIU campus tour ($350), Attending an FIU-sponsored event ($80), Earning an dA in a college-level course ($55), Perfect attendance ($50), Extra-curricular activity ($50), Community service ($4)

• You can start accumulating points 9th-12th gradeNROTC SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: Full tuition at one of the listed colleges or universities• Eligibility requirements: You apply for certain scholarships based off

what major you are planning on completing in college, SAT: 520 Math; 530 Verbal/Critical Reading. ACT: 21 Math; 22 English.

• http://www.nrotc.navy.mil/scholarships.aspxGRADUATE FOR MAS SCHOLARSHIPS• AMOUNT: $2,500-$25,000• Eligibility requirements: They are looking for the next generation

of innovators, creators and dreamer, you must submit a video about your passion and dreams and why postsecondary education will help make them come true.

• Visit http://www.livemasscholarship.com/#apply for more information!

• http://www.palmbeachschools.org/ssci/Scholarships/documents/STUDENTSCHOLARSHIPAPPLICATIONFORM.pdf

PALM BEACH STATE SCHOLARSHIPSFinish4Free• Eligibility requirements: If you are dual enrolled/early admitted

to PBSC and graduate with 30 credits from PBSC, they will pay for you to complete you AA

• AMOUNT: $3,000Presidential Honors College Scholars• AMOUNT: $4,000• Eligibility requirements: commitment to Honors College Gold

Track, minimum unweighted high school GPA of 3.5 and college ready test scores.

Green and Gold Scholars• AMOUNT: $2,000• Eligibility requirements: minimum unweighted high school GPA

of 3.2 and college ready test scores, must be in the top 10% of high school graduating class

Summer Quest• AMOUNT: $500• Eligibility requirements: take one course in Summer B to get a

jump start for the fall term at PBSC• For more information PalmBeachState.edu/FinancialAidNATIONAL RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS• AMOUNT: $1,750-$10,000• Eligibility Requirements: High school seniors who are interested

in the restaurant or food service industries (also hospitality)• Deadline: Varies from March- June 2016• http://www.nraef.org/Scholarships/Students/, Create a profile

and check on all the scholarships it has to offerTHE LUCY MOREIRA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $500• Eligibility Requirements: Awarded to a Santaluces student who

following in Ms. Moriera’s footsteps and heading off to college to study English/Teaching or Spanish

THE COLLEGE STEPS PROGRAM• AMOUNT: $1,000-5,000• Eligibility Requirements: Students must enroll in the Wells Fargo

College STEPS Program and in June there is a drawing for the winner.

• Deadline: June 30, 2016• h t t p : / / ebm.co l l e ge s t ep s.we l l s f a r goema i l . c om/ r /

regf2?a=0&aid=2092274041&n=1LIVE POETS SOCIETY OF NEW JERSEY POETRY CONTEST• AMOUNT: $100-200• Eligibility Requirements: All U.S. high school students are

eligible to enter up until May 31st of their senior year. Poems must be 20 lines or less, unpublished, the sole work of the entrant, and not be entered in any other concurrent contest. Only ONE poem per poet may be entered into each contest

• Deadline: May 31, 2016• http://www.highschoolpoetrycontest.com/

GEN AND KELLY TANABE SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $1,000• Eligibility Requirements: 9th-12th grade

high school, college, or graduate student including adult students, Legal resident of the U.S., and currently in school or planning to start school within the next 12 months.

• Deadline: July 31, 2016• http://www.gkscholarship.com/FIRSTSITEGUIDE SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $1,500• Eligibility Requirements: Must write an essay on “Why Should

you Start a Blog” of 1500 words minimum must be submitted to First Site Guide for evaluation. Please read the terms and conditions prior to submission. The best entrant, as judged by First Site Guide, will receive the award.

• Deadline: August 31, 2016GO! VOLUNTEER ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP• AMOUNT: $1,000• Eligibility Requirements: GO! Overseas is proud to support

international volunteers through our GO! Volunteer Abroad Scholarship program. Anyone participating in a volunteer program abroad is eligible to apply for the GO! Volunteer Abroad Scholarship. Scholarships are awarded each year. The scholarship is awarded based on the creativity and analytical thinking displayed through writing samples and/or video submissions.

• Deadline: Varies• http://www.gooverseas.com/scholarshipsLEAGUE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP 2016• AMOUNT: Varies• Eligibility Requirements: The program is open to self-identified

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, or Transgender graduating high school seniors meeting the prescribed criteria at http://www.leaguefoundation.org /scholarships/index.cfm

• Deadline: Varies

Interested in applying for any of these?!?!See Ms. Agnello in

Student Services Suite C & D for more information!

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8In case you missed Palm Beach Game Time Article:

Santaluces Surging in Boys Hoops Following Rocky StartLANTANA —Santaluces started the 2015-16 boys basketball season in much the same way it ended its previous season. The Chiefs dropped four of their final eight games last season to finish 12-13, then opened this season with consecutive losses. Both were district games. Santaluces coach Reggie Dixon, however, didn’t panic. Neither did his players.

After starting 0-2, the Chiefs turned things around quickly. Santaluces won its next six games before falling to state-ranked St. Andrew’s Dec. 12, and then went on to win the district championship eight weeks later. Those two early district losses were the only setbacks for the Chiefs in 10-8A this season. Santaluces finished 10-2 in district play and clinched the championship Friday by beating Boca Raton in triple overtime. The Chiefs (21-6) will hosted Palm Beach Gardens in a Class 8A regional final Thursday, February 11th. Dixon, who is in his sixth season as Santaluces’ head coach and 18th overall, said chemistry was a big factor in the Chiefs’ turnaround this season. “The kids played together,” he said. “Last year, we had a lot of individuals, no team concept. This year we had more of a team concept.”

It would have been difficult to navigate District 10-8A without that. The seven-team district, which changed slightly this year after off-season realignment, included a few teams with district championship hopes. Lake Worth and Boca Raton, seeded No. 2 and No. 3 in last week’s district tournament, were ranked in the top 10 all season. John I. Leonard and Park Vista were competitive, while Atlantic and Spanish River also won district games. “It was very tough,” Dixon said. “We’re probably the biggest team size-wise in the district. We have to use our height advantage. Plus, we have athletes also. We weren’t just big and slow. We have athletes who can change the pace and push the ball. We lost the first two games of the season, and then we turned it around. The kids did a great job.” Dixon said the Chiefs’ four seniors, in particular, played a key role in leading the team into the playoffs. Sean Dinkins, Shaun O’Connor, Job Jean-Baptiste and Mark Sajous set an example for Santaluces’ younger players, particularly with their leadership and unselfish play. “Like I’ve been saying since day one, we’ve got to do this together,” Dixon said. “You can’t have any selfishness. You play together and make that extra pass. That’s been the key.”

• See more at: http://m.pbgametime.com/news/sports/high-school/santaluces-surging-in-boys-hoops-following-rocky-s/nqNDS/#sthash.YCY6H0zh.dpuf

The Santaluces boys basketball team engineered a huge turnaround from last season, in which the Chiefs finished 12-13 and out of the playoffs. Santaluces won the District 10-8A championship last week, and hosts a Class 8A regional quarterfinal Thursday. (Photo provided by Santaluces High School)

By Jodie Wagner

Palm Beach Post Staff Writer