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  • Daily Announcements–Friday, January 28, 2022

     

    Congratulations to Paula Urquia Hernandez on her admission to NC Central University and Campbell University!

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    You must wear your mask INDOORS and OUTDOORS at all times unless you are eating.

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    All Graduates: Senior quotes for the yearbook are now past due! Please click on the link in the Global Announcements to submit a quote that will appear under your name in the yearbook by February 11, 2022.  https://tinyurl.com/5b3dnctz

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    Audacity Labs is having a Fundraiser! Please support. The Teacher/Staff Member that gets the most people to donate gets a $50 gift card or cash whichever they prefer.

    https://bit.ly/ALPOPCheck

    https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/tIRdT-gHYqGj4ESjwmkgV58-qalB7xFwQ5Us9hVeyP6brSL7u6lnNSyEkxRVh8FGd2u_keeyrNw=w1200-h630-pAudacity Labs Fundraiser bit.ly

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    Calling all Sophomores and Juniors interested in becoming a Biowork Technician, Natural Hair Stylist, certified Manicurist or Esthetician—Durham Tech will begin offering these programs through CCP! See Ms. Settle or visit her website for more information.

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    Saturday School will begin for selected students on February 4, 2022

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    Sophomores and Juniors interested in the Career and College Program or CCP at Durham Tech, please see Mrs. Settle for dates and times of upcoming information sessions.  You must attend an information session to enroll in the program.  

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    Place a personal YEARBOOK Ad for your student at The School for Creative Studies! Make your student’s yearbook even more special with a personal ad dedicated to them! Limited space is available! Full page ad is $125. ½ page ad is $65. ¼ page ad is $40. 1/8 page ad is $25.  To place an order: Go to plicbooks.com/go/QXU9RQ

    Deadline to order is March 31.

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    There is a state-wide initiative for Computer Science/STEM Student Leaders.  You will receive community service credits.  Please contact Ms. Williams for the link to sign up for the interest meeting.  This is for 8th – 12th grade students only.  

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    The “Virtual” Scholars at Work Program is now accepting applications. This is a first come first serve opportunity. Students are matched with local companies to take part in career exploration opportunities. This is a HUGE networking opportunity for SENIORS that plan to go straight in the workforce. There are flyers posted around the school with application information. You may also visit Ms. Settle’s website for information.

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    Attention Seniors!!! The State Employees’ Credit Union’s annual People Helping People $10,000 scholarship is now open to students. There are flyers posted around the school with application information. Students in need of an application please contact Ms. Settle. Applications are due to Ms. Settle by February 4.

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    Students, you are reminded not to share your passwords with anyone. If you are found to be misusing technology (logging in as someone else, sending inappropriate content, looking up inappropriate content, etc.) or engaging in bullying/harassment, there will be consequences according to the Student Code of Conduct.

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    Want to order a 2021-22 SCS Yearbook? 

    Visit https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/search/YB110739

    • $45.00 from January 15, 2022, to April 29, 2022 (FINAL ordering date)
    • Want to personalize your yearbook with your name?  Add an additional $10.00 to your order

    View the yearbook flyer for visual steps

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    Students you are reminded to watch your distance from each other in the halls. Use the dots to guide you. Stay on the right side of the hall and keep your volume low because there are other classes in session.

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    All IT requests and issues should be submitted to the 

    DPS IT Support Center  

    There are 3 ways for you to contact us for support:

    1.Visit https://itsupport.dpsnc.netLinks to an external site.

    1. Email ITSupport@dpsnc.net
    2. Call 919-560-3837 

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  • Daily Announcements — Thursday, January 27, 2022

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    Attention all YMA & Jr. YMA members: We will have a meeting TODAY afterschool until 5:30 p.m. Make sure you are dressed.

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    You must wear your mask INDOORS and OUTDOORS at all times unless you are eating.

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    All Graduates: Senior quotes for the yearbook are now past due! Please click on the link in the Global Announcements to submit a quote that will appear under your name in the yearbook by February 11, 2022.  https://tinyurl.com/5b3dnctz

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    Audacity Labs is having a Fundraiser! Please support. The Teacher/Staff Member that gets the most people to donate gets a $50 gift card or cash whichever they prefer.

    https://bit.ly/ALPOPCheck

    Audacity Labs Fundraiser bit.ly

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    Calling all Sophomores and Juniors interested in becoming a Biowork Technician, Natural Hair Stylist, certified Manicurist or Esthetician—Durham Tech will begin offering these programs through CCP! See Ms. Settle or visit her website for more information.

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    Saturday School will begin for selected students on February 4, 2022

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    Sophomores and Juniors interested in the Career and College Program or CCP at Durham Tech, please see Mrs. Settle for dates and times of upcoming information sessions.  You must attend an information session to enroll in the program.  

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    Place a personal YEARBOOK Ad for your student at The School for Creative Studies! Make your student’s yearbook even more special with a personal ad dedicated to them! Limited space is available! Full page ad is $125. ½ page ad is $65. ¼ page ad is $40. 1/8 page ad is $25.  To place an order: Go to plicbooks.com/go/QXU9RQ

    Deadline to order is March 31.

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    There is a state-wide initiative for Computer Science/STEM Student Leaders.  You will receive community service credits.  Please contact Ms. Williams for the link to sign up for the interest meeting.  This is for 8th – 12th grade students only.  

    ****************

    The “Virtual” Scholars at Work Program is now accepting applications. This is a first come first serve opportunity. Students are matched with local companies to take part in career exploration opportunities. This is a HUGE networking opportunity for SENIORS that plan to go straight in the workforce. There are flyers posted around the school with application information. You may also visit Ms. Settle’s website for information.

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    Attention Seniors!!! The State Employees’ Credit Union’s annual People Helping People $10,000 scholarship is now open to students. There are flyers posted around the school with application information. Students in need of an application please contact Ms. Settle. Applications are due to Ms. Settle by February 4.

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    Students, you are reminded not to share your passwords with anyone. If you are found to be misusing technology (logging in as someone else, sending inappropriate content, looking up inappropriate content, etc.) or engaging in bullying/harassment, there will be consequences according to the Student Code of Conduct.

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    Want to order a 2021-22 SCS Yearbook? 

    Visit https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/search/YB110739

    • $45.00 from January 15, 2022, to April 29, 2022 (FINAL ordering date)
    • Want to personalize your yearbook with your name?  Add an additional $10.00 to your order

    View the yearbook flyer for visual steps

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    Students you are reminded to watch your distance from each other in the halls. Use the dots to guide you. Stay on the right side of the hall and keep your volume low because there are other classes in session.

    ******************

    All IT requests and issues should be submitted to the 

    DPS IT Support Center  

    There are 3 ways for you to contact us for support:

    1.Visit https://itsupport.dpsnc.netLinks to an external site.

    1. Email ITSupport@dpsnc.net
    2. Call 919-560-3837 

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    Masks are to be worn at all times when on campus. They should cover your nose and mouth at all times. If you need a mask break, ask your teacher to go to a mask break area. 

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  • Daily Announcements — Wednesday, January 26, 2022

    We’re excited to celebrate our Quarter 2 Honor Roll students Thursday, January 27 in the cafeteria. This event is for students only.

    6th grade—9:20—9:50 a.m.

    7th grade—10:03—10:33 a.m.

    8th grade—10:50—11:20 a.m.

    High School—2:08—2:38

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    Attention all YMA & Jr. YMA members: We will have a meeting Thursday afterschool until 5:30 p.m. Make sure you are dressed.

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    Congratulations to Ailen Marie on his participation in the DPS Poetry Out Loud Competition. He placed 3rd overall and will be heading to the state competition representing SCS and DPS!

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    All Graduates: Senior quotes for the yearbook are now past due! Please click on the link in the Global Announcements to submit a quote that will appear under your name in the yearbook by February 11, 2022.  https://tinyurl.com/5b3dnctz

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    I was wondering if you can tell everyone about the Audacity Labs Fundraiser and ask them if they can support us. The Teacher/Staff Member that gets the most people to donate gets a $50 gift card or cash whichever they prefer share the flyer attached below to them also please. Please send this form out to students so we can verify which Teacher/Staff member will win the $50 gift card or cash: https://bit.ly/ALPOPCheck

    Audacity Labs Fundraiser bit.ly

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    Calling all Sophomores and Juniors interested in becoming a Biowork Technician, Natural Hair Stylist, certified Manicurist or Esthetician—Durham Tech will begin offering these programs through CCP! See Ms. Settle or visit her website for more information.

    ****************

    Saturday School will begin for selected students on February 4, 2022

    ****************

    Sophomores and Juniors interested in the Career and College Program or CCP at Durham Tech, please see Mrs. Settle for dates and times of upcoming information sessions.  You must attend an information session to enroll in the program.  

    ****************

    Place a personal YEARBOOK Ad for your student at The School for Creative Studies! Make your student’s yearbook even more special with a personal ad dedicated to them! Limited space is available! Full page ad is $125. ½ page ad is $65. ¼ page ad is $40. 1/8 page ad is $25.  To place an order: Go to plicbooks.com/go/QXU9RQ

    Deadline to order is March 31.

    ****************

    There is a state-wide initiative for Computer Science/STEM Student Leaders.  You will receive community service credits.  Please contact Ms. Williams for the link to sign up for the interest meeting.  This is for 8th – 12th grade students only.  

    ****************

    The “Virtual” Scholars at Work Program is now accepting applications. This is a first come first serve opportunity. Students are matched with local companies to take part in career exploration opportunities. This is a HUGE networking opportunity for SENIORS that plan to go straight in the workforce. There are flyers posted around the school with application information. You may also visit Ms. Settle’s website for information.

    ****************

    Attention Seniors!!! The State Employees’ Credit Union’s annual People Helping People $10,000 scholarship is now open to students. There are flyers posted around the school with application information. Students in need of an application please contact Ms. Settle. Applications are due to Ms. Settle by February 4.

    ****************

    Students, you are reminded not to share your passwords with anyone. If you are found to be misusing technology (logging in as someone else, sending inappropriate content, looking up inappropriate content, etc.) or engaging in bullying/harassment, there will be consequences according to the Student Code of Conduct.

    ****************

    Want to order a 2021-22 SCS Yearbook? 

    Visit https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/search/YB110739

    • $45.00 from January 15, 2022, to April 29, 2022 (FINAL ordering date)
    • Want to personalize your yearbook with your name?  Add an additional $10.00 to your order

    View the yearbook flyer for visual steps

    ****************** 

    Students you are reminded to watch your distance from each other in the halls. Use the dots to guide you. Stay on the right side of the hall and keep your volume low because there are other classes in session.

    ******************

    All IT requests and issues should be submitted to the 

    DPS IT Support Center  

    There are 3 ways for you to contact us for support:

    1.Visit https://itsupport.dpsnc.netLinks to an external site.

    1. Email ITSupport@dpsnc.net
    2. Call 919-560-3837 

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    Masks are to be worn at all times when on campus. They should cover your nose and mouth at all times. If you need a mask break, ask your teacher to go to a mask break area. 

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  • Daily Announcements — Tuesday, January 25, 2022

    We’re excited to celebrate our Quarter 2 Honor Roll students Thursday, January 27 in the cafeteria. This event is for students only.

    6th grade—9:20—9:50 a.m.

    7th grade—10:03—10:33 a.m.

    8th grade—10:50—11:20 a.m.

    High School—2:08—2:38

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    Congratulations to Ailen Marie on his participation in the DPS Poetry Out Loud Competition. He placed 3rd overall and will be heading to the state competition representing SCS and DPS!

    ****************

    All Graduates: Senior quotes for the yearbook are now past due! Please click on the link in the Global Announcements to submit a quote that will appear under your name in the yearbook by February 11, 2022.  https://tinyurl.com/5b3dnctz

    ****************

    Calling all Sophomores and Juniors interested in becoming a Biowork Technician, Natural Hair Stylist, certified Manicurist or Esthetician—Durham Tech will begin offering these programs through CCP! See Ms. Settle or visit her website for more information.

    ****************

    Saturday School will begin for selected students on February 4, 2022

    ****************

    Sophomores and Juniors interested in the Career and College Program or CCP at Durham Tech, please see Mrs. Settle for dates and times of upcoming information sessions.  You must attend an information session to enroll in the program.  

    ****************

    Place a personal YEARBOOK Ad for your student at The School for Creative Studies! Make your student’s yearbook even more special with a personal ad dedicated to them! Limited space is available! Full page ad is $125. ½ page ad is $65. ¼ page ad is $40. 1/8 page ad is $25.  To place an order: Go to plicbooks.com/go/QXU9RQ

    Deadline to order is March 31.

    ****************

    There is a state-wide initiative for Computer Science/STEM Student Leaders.  You will receive community service credits.  Please contact Ms. Williams for the link to sign up for the interest meeting.  This is for 8th – 12th grade students only.  

    ****************

    The “Virtual” Scholars at Work Program is now accepting applications. This is a first come first serve opportunity. Students are matched with local companies to take part in career exploration opportunities. This is a HUGE networking opportunity for SENIORS that plan to go straight in the workforce. There are flyers posted around the school with application information. You may also visit Ms. Settle’s website for information.

    ****************

    Attention Seniors!!! The State Employees’ Credit Union’s annual People Helping People $10,000 scholarship is now open to students. There are flyers posted around the school with application information. Students in need of an application please contact Ms. Settle. Applications are due to Ms. Settle by February 4.

    ****************

    Students, you are reminded not to share your passwords with anyone. If you are found to be misusing technology (logging in as someone else, sending inappropriate content, looking up inappropriate content, etc.) or engaging in bullying/harassment, there will be consequences according to the Student Code of Conduct.

    ****************

    Want to order a 2021-22 SCS Yearbook? 

    Visit https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/search/YB110739

    • $45.00 from January 15, 2022, to April 29, 2022 (FINAL ordering date)
    • Want to personalize your yearbook with your name?  Add an additional $10.00 to your order

    View the yearbook flyer for visual steps

    ****************** 

    Students you are reminded to watch your distance from each other in the halls. Use the dots to guide you. Stay on the right side of the hall and keep your volume low because there are other classes in session.

    ******************

    All IT requests and issues should be submitted to the 

    DPS IT Support Center  

    There are 3 ways for you to contact us for support:

    1.Visit https://itsupport.dpsnc.netLinks to an external site.

    1. Email ITSupport@dpsnc.net
    2. Call 919-560-3837 

    ******************

    Masks are to be worn at all times when on campus. They should cover your nose and mouth at all times. If you need a mask break, ask your teacher to go to a mask break area. 

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  • Weekly Message — January 17-21, 2022

    Good Evening SCS Families. This is Ms. Price with your weekly message for January 17, 2022. 

    School will be closed tomorrow in recognition of the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. Students will not attend on Tuesday due to the teacher workday. Students will return to school Wednesday, January 19. Our calendar is different than traditional schools so please be sure to have students ready to return to school on Wednesday!

    Want to order a 2021-22 SCS Yearbook? 

    Visit https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/search/YB110739

    • $45.00 from January 15, 2022, to April 29, 2022 (FINAL ordering date)
    • Want to personalize your yearbook with your name?  Add an additional $10.00 to your order
    • View the yearbook flyer for visual steps.

    AND–Seniors and parents may buy ad space in the yearbook for your student. Stop by the office and pick up a flyer or check the Canvas Global Announcements for more information. 

    I’d like to remind you that Durham Public Schools, in partnership with MAKO Medical, is providing weekly COVID-19 testing at our school each Tuesday to help identify possible COVID-19 infections among students even if they’re not showing any symptoms. Research has shown such testing can reduce the spread by 50%, especially in large settings such as schools. There will be no testing this week. Testing will resume Tuesday, January 25. 

    This is a voluntary testing process, so a parent or guardian must register their student to participate. The link to register is included in the email version of this message, posted on our website and my blog. All testing information and results will remain confidential. 

    I encourage our families to register their students for this free opportunity. Together, we can keep our students safe, in their classrooms, and prevent community spread. 

    Register your student today with this link: https://home.color.com/covid/sign-up/start?partner=tf-dur-688-students

    Have a great evening from everyone at SCS where we practice the 4C’s–Creativity, Communication, Collaboration, and Community. 


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