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[phoebe_phoenix]

General Information

- House dormitories
No boys allowed into the girls' dormitories. There is a very efficient system in place to prevent this, so don't even try. Also, all Gryffindor girls, stay clear of the boys' dormitories; you can speak to your friends in the common room if necessary. If boys are caught in the girls' dormitories, or girls in the boys', punishment will ensue.

- Classes
Anyone who has been sorted may attend the different classes. There is no limit to how many you want to take; you can take all of them if you wish to, just a few of your favourites (so Herbology, of course ), or none at all. However, keep in mind that participating in class and doing the homework that your teachers set allows you to win house points and will help Gryffindor to win the house cup! You can also check the Class Notification Board in case you missed a lesson, but still want to turn your homework in.


- Detention
Yes, if you broke the school rules, you may receive detention as a punishment and/or lose points. This is up to any staff member to decide. Detentions will be served in the Detention Dungeon. How do you get detention? There are multiple reasons, but these are the most common:

Ø Sneaking into the wrong dormitories
Ø Cursing and being rude / offensive to other students or staff members
Ø Coming into class saying "Sorry, I'm late" or "What are we doing anyway?" (if you missed the start of a class, just act as if you were there all the time and read the previous posts to understand what you are doing)
Ø … get the idea?

How do you earn points then, you ask? Here are the possibilities:

Ø Homework assignments
Ø Extra credit work
Ø Class participation
Ø Helping students or professors
Ø Quidditch games


- Hogsmeade Weekends
Hooray, they exist! This is a time for you and your friends to get out of the stifling walls of the school and have some fun. Be aware, however, that teachers like to take a break as well and are close-by. The rules of the entire school still are valid, even if you are outside! Check out the shops and cafés and have a good time (here). Who is allowed to go? Everybody—except those students who are in detention. Also be aware that if you bring Dungbombs from Zonko's Joke Shop to your lessons, you will probably find yourself in detention soon.


- Quidditch
Every house has its own house team, as well as a reserve team and anybody can try out for the teams. I suggest you have a look at the Quidditch Announcementsto check out on the requirements and the way the game is played. If a team wins a match, house points will be awarded. Every house can also have a cheerleading team, which can also be checked out on the Quidditch Announcements.



~ Professor Phoenix

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[phoebe_phoenix]

Hogwarts Interhouse Tournament

Guidelines for biography submissions

- Owl your submissions to Professor Phoenix at the latest by June 17th (PM phoebe_phoenix)

- All students, even first years, are allowed to compete

- To be chosen as a champion, keep in mind that your biography must show a certain passion to have people vote for it; remember, the other students will be voting without knowing the names of the applicants, only by their biographies. Therefore, creativity and originality (but not too far fetched) are important, as they also will be during the whole tournament. Explanations are appreciated and will be rewarded, since you will be likely to get more votes.

- Stick to the following format for your biography

Quote:

Name:
Wand:
Area of Interest (What subject do you like studying the most):
Family/Personal History:
Field of Interest (What do you want to do when you graduate from Hogwarts):
Special Charm (What spell do you feel you have mastered thus far):
Where do you need the most work:
Why should you be chosen as house champion:
If you were a piece of clothing, what would you be:

Quote:

GOOD LUCK!
~ Professor Phoenix

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[phoebe_phoenix]

New Bathrooms


Due to the request of many students, new bathrooms have been opened. They are located on the third floor corridor.

All Hogwarts rules apply here as well, and no exception will be made. If a girl is found in the boys' bathrooms, or a boy in the girls' bathroom, any staff member will immediately give you detention, and you will lose house points.

[phoebe_phoenix]

Hogwarts Interhouse Tournament


Several days have passed, and I have only received 5 applications for the HIT. After losing the House Cup and Quidditch Cup last year, I thought you'd want to bring a little glory to Gryffindor house... I am quite disappointed.

As far as I know from the other Head of Houses, more applications have gone in there. Especially in Slytherin. If you want to let them triumph over you again, that's your decision, but it seems as if you were absolutely not interested in anything, sadly enough. Again, all students may participate. Applications (see one of the above posts for details) may be sent to phoebe_phoenix by PM until June 17th.

[wonkyfaints]

Attention students,

It's been brought to my attention that many of you are interested in the art of Medical Magic. As a result, I have started a club in the Hospital Wing in order to meet this demand. Whether you want to be a Mediwizard, a Healer, or are just interested in extra-curricular activities we would love to have you join.

Our first meeting will be in the empty classroom next to the Hospital Wing on July 7th.

A few of the topics we will cover:

• History of Medical Magic
• Spells and Potions used in Healing
• Antidotes
• A few Charms that may come in handy
• Famous Mediwizards
• And perhaps some DADA...

Bring your wand, a friend, and some comfortable clothes.

Note: This is a great way to earn extra-credit points for your House!

I look forward to seeing you all!

-Nurse Nostale