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 Daily Announcements–Wednesday, September 8, 2021

Hello Gryphon Scholars! If you have a GPA of 3:00 or higher and received an email invitation from the National Honor Society to complete an application, your application with recommendations are due no later than Friday, September 17.  Please follow the letter guidelines and we look forward to reviewing your applications.

 

Also, for current NHS members, the next Honor Society meeting is Monday, September 13 at 4:15 p.m. in Ms. Fletcher’s classroom.

 

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There will be a YMA/Jr. YMA meeting TODAY. Please make sure you are in dress code. Meet will be in the health room and will end at 5:30 p.m. New members are still welcome to attend. See Coach Barnes for questions.

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First Ethics Bowl meeting is Friday, September 10 in Ms. Mitchell’s room. Come learn about this club which examines complicated moral and ethical questions in preparation for a January competition. Open to all high school students.

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AUDACITY LABS LAUNCHES FALL COHORT

Audacity Labs is a startup incubator that empowers teens with the tools and resources to effectively develop a start-up venture.  The application for the fall cohort is now open.  Please share this flyer with students.  Applications can be found here.  For more information, contact Anjanette Miller at anjanette@audacitylabs.org. The virtual Open House will be held September 13 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom. The link can be found on Ms. Settle’s website.

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A virtualACT Strategy & Score Report Review Session will be held on Tuesday, September 21, 2021, 6:00 pm- 7:30 pm.  Registration is required.  This session will be provided to help students interpret test results, understand successful ways to prep for tests and expectations for improvement, also discover the flexibility afforded by test-optional policies and COVID-19’s impact on college admission testing.

Spanish ACT Practice Exam Flyer

English ACT Practice Exam Flyer

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Cafeteria Food Shortage

Due to the unavailability of certain items, menus are subject to change without notice. Food and supply shortages are being experienced nationwide. Our district is experiencing last minute notice of unavailable items and/or last minute replacements.

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We are recognizing students this month, September, who display self-management by Managing Impulsivity, Striving for Accuracy, and Questioning and Posing Problems.

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HS students, please remember to return your fee waivers and consent testing forms to Ms. V. Barnes or your 7^th period teacher.

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If you want to register for the Microbit/Coding Club, please see Mr. Oakley or Mr. Williams for a registration form. The Microbit Kit is yours to keep. This club is 90% virtual. If you don’t want to attend the club but would like to purchase the Microbit Kit, please see Mr. Oakley or Ms. Williams, the cost is $50.00. Deadline is Wednesday, September 15.

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2022 Graduates, 

Did you miss Jostens and still need to purchase your cap and gown?  Visit https://tinyurl.com/2k373kmy to place your order online.  Jostens has extended the cap and gown special price of $65.00 that includes taxes and shipping until further notice.  You can also customize your order by purchasing invitations, announcements, etc.

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Yearbook in the making.  Graduates, do you want a famous quote displayed under your name?  Visit https://tinyurl.com/umk4tzr5. Due by Oct. 22, 2021.

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The PTSA has started its first fundraiser. Go online to purchase T-shirts (2 color choices) or bracelets. Visit thescsptsa.memberhub.com/store. We have posted this information on our social media outlets and Canvas Global Announcements. Hard copy forms were given to 1^st period teachers to pass out to students.

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“The Homework Help & After School Tutoring Club is back!  If you need some camaraderie, some motivation, or just the space to get things done, come join us in Ms. Dix’s room — that’s Room 235 on the 8th grade hall.  We meet every Tuesday and Thursday after school for snacks and schoolwork!”

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All Juniors and Senior prom tickets are on sale right now for the special rate of $55.  This rate applies to all juniors & guests and senior guests only.  Seniors, please turn in your senior dues to Coach Barnes & Ms. Street.  This deal will end before Thanksgiving break.  

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Seniors interested in the UNC-Charlotte Levine Scholars Program please see Ms. Settle so we can discuss the nomination criteria. Nominations are open August 15—October 8.

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Want to order a 2021-22 SCS Yearbook? 

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

• $40.00 until January 14, 2022
• $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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Fill that Bus! We are collecting school supplies for all DPS teachers on behalf of Crayons 2 Calculators. Items headed are pencils, crayons, scissors, colored pencils, glue sticks, markers and clipboards. Please drop off items outside of the Student Services Office in the big plastic box. Thank you!

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Juniors and Seniors interested in pursuing college in history or political science, consider applying for the US Senate Youth Program. If chosen, you will spend a week in Washington and earn a $10,ooo scholarship. The application can be found on Ms. Settle’s website.

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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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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, September 7, 2021

Don’t forget! We have Zumba today afterschool with Ms. (Soriano) Gutierrez and Ms. Sims during the Fitness Club starting at 4:15 p.m. until 5:05 p.m. Move to the rhythm and have some fun!

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There will be a YMA/Jr. YMA meeting tomorrow. Please make sure you are in dress code. Tomorrow’s meeting will be in the health room and will end at 5:30 p.m. New members are still welcome to attend. See Coach Barnes for questions.

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

 

First Ethics Bowl meeting is Friday, September 10 in Ms. Mitchell’s room. Come learn about this club which examines complicated moral and ethical questions in preparation for a January competition. Open to all high school students.

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

AUDACITY LABS LAUNCHES FALL COHORT

Audacity Labs is a startup incubator that empowers teens with the tools and resources to effectively develop a start-up venture.  The application for the fall cohort is now open.  Please share this flyer with students.  Applications can be found here.  For more information, contact Anjanette Miller at anjanette@audacitylabs.org.

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A virtual ACT Strategy & Score Report Review Session will be held on Tuesday, September 21, 2021, 6:00 pm- 7:30 pm.  Registration is required.  This session will be provided to help students interpret test results, understand successful ways to prep for tests and expectations for improvement, also discover the flexibility afforded by test-optional policies and COVID-19’s impact on college admission testing.

Spanish ACT Practice Exam Flyer

English ACT Practice Exam Flyer

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Cafeteria Food Shortage

Due to the unavailability of certain items, menus are subject to change without notice. Food and supply shortages are being experienced nationwide. Our district is experiencing last minute notice of unavailable items and/or last minute replacements.

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

We are recognizing students this month, September, who display self-management by Managing Impulsivity, Striving for Accuracy, and Questioning and Posing Problems.

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

HS students, please remember to return your fee waivers and consent testing forms to Ms. V. Barnes or your 7^th period teacher.

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

If you want to register for the Microbit/Coding Club, please see Mr. Oakley or Mr. Williams for a registration form. The Microbit Kit is yours to keep. This club is 90% virtual. If you don’t want to attend the club but would like to purchase the Microbit Kit, please see Mr. Oakley or Ms. Williams, the cost is $50.00. Deadline is Wednesday, September 15.

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2022 Graduates, 

Did you miss Jostens and still need to purchase your cap and gown?  Visit https://tinyurl.com/2k373kmy to place your order online.  Jostens has extended the cap and gown special price of $65.00 that includes taxes and shipping until further notice.  You can also customize your order by purchasing invitations, announcements, etc.

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

Yearbook in the making.  Graduates, do you want a famous quote displayed under your name?  Visit https://tinyurl.com/umk4tzr5. Due by Oct. 22, 2021.

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

The PTSA has started its first fundraiser. Go online to purchase T-shirts (2 color choices) or bracelets. Visit thescsptsa.memberhub.com/store. We have posted this information on our social media outlets and Canvas Global Announcements. Hard copy forms were given to 1^st period teachers to pass out to students.

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

“The Homework Help & After School Tutoring Club is back!  If you need some camaraderie, some motivation, or just the space to get things done, come join us in Ms. Dix’s room — that’s Room 235 on the 8th grade hall.  We meet every Tuesday and Thursday after school for snacks and schoolwork!”

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

All Juniors and Senior prom tickets are on sale right now for the special rate of $55.  This rate applies to all juniors & guests and senior guests only.  Seniors, please turn in your senior dues to Coach Barnes & Ms. Street.  This deal will end before Thanksgiving break.  

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

Seniors interested in the UNC-Charlotte Levine Scholars Program please see Ms. Settle so we can discuss the nomination criteria. Nominations are open August 15—October 8.

****************** 

Want to order a 2021-22 SCS Yearbook? 

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

• $40.00 until January 14, 2022
• $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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Fill that Bus! We are collecting school supplies for all DPS teachers on behalf of Crayons 2 Calculators. Items headed are pencils, crayons, scissors, colored pencils, glue sticks, markers and clipboards. Please drop off items outside of the Student Services Office in the big plastic box. Thank you!

****************** 

Juniors and Seniors interested in pursuing college in history or political science, consider applying for the US Senate Youth Program. If chosen, you will spend a week in Washington and earn a $10,ooo scholarship. The application can be found on Ms. Settle’s website.

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

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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Good Evening SCS Families. This is Ms. Price with your weekly message for the week of September 6. 

School is closed tomorrow, Monday, September 6 in recognition and honor of Labor Day. We’ll see students Tuesday. 

All of the Individual Student Reports for state assessments taken during the 2020-21 school year have now been loaded into the PowerSchool Parent Portal.  You can access your student’s reports by clicking the “State Test Reports” icon in the navigation pane on the left side of the parent portal.  If you do not have access to the parent portal, need a hard copy of your student’s reports, or need a Spanish explanation of the report, contact the school where your child took the assessment.  For students who tested here at SCS, please contact Vanessa Barnes at 919-560-3535 ext. 14101 or email to vanessa_barnes@dpsnc.net.

Want to order a 2021-22 SCS Yearbook? 

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

• $40.00 until January 14, 2022
• $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.

Visit the SCS store to order school t-shirts and bracelets. We will take orders until September 17. You may order online or turn orders in to the main office. http://thescsptsa.memberhub.com/store

We need you to join the SCS PTSA!!! 

https://thescsptsa.com/membership/

If your child is having COVID-related symptoms or if you are having your child tested for COVID, notify me or the main office. COVID testing must be PCR/molecular testing. See the attached flyers for some of the free testing sites in Durham. This is not a complete list of free testing sites, just a few that we are partnered with. Please use these or other community sites or the local health department as we do not want to overwhelm the Emergency Departments.

English Flyer

Spanish Flyer

Mark your calendars for some important upcoming dates: 

Wednesday, September 15 is an Early Release Day. Students will be dismissed at 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, September 16 is a Teacher Workday and there will be no school for students. 

Friday, September 17 is the last day of the first quarter. Students will be out of school for intersession September 20 –  October 8. Students return to school October 11. 

Use this link to access the Transportation page, “Here Comes The Bus” Tracking APP. Families can use this app to track their child’s bus. We will also continue to post alerts on Facebook and Twitter when buses leave campus late. 

DPS -Here Comes The Bus Page – https://www.dpsnc.net/page/202

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

Good Morning Gryphons! It’s a new day…Put forth new determination and have a new desire and a will that is strong to succeed…today. Gryphons, make today a good NEW day!

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We are recognizing students this month, September, who display self-management by Managing Impulsivity, Striving for Accuracy, and Questioning and Posing Problems.

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

HS students, please remember to return your fee waivers and consent testing forms to Ms. V. Barnes or your 7^th period teacher.

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Zumba fitness will be held next Tuesday. Join us afterschool at the gym. See Ms. Sims or Ms. Soriano.

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On Wednesday, there will be a working lunch in room 244 for Spanish III and IV for Hispanic National Honor Society.

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If you want to register for the Microbit/Coding Club, please see Mr. Oakley or Mr. Williams for a registration form. The Microbit Kit is yours to keep. This club is 90% virtual. If you don’t want to attend the club but would like to purchase the Microbit Kit, please see Mr. Oakley or Ms. Williams, the cost is $50.00. Deadline is Wednesday, September 15.

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2022 Graduates, 

Did you miss Jostens and still need to purchase your cap and gown?  Visit https://tinyurl.com/2k373kmy to place your order online.  Jostens has extended the cap and gown special price of $65.00 that includes taxes and shipping until further notice.  You can also customize your order by purchasing invitations, announcements, etc.

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

Yearbook in the making.  Graduates, do you want a famous quote displayed under your name?  Visit https://tinyurl.com/umk4tzr5. Due by Oct. 22, 2021.

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

The PTSA has started its first fundraiser. Go online to purchase T-shirts (2 color choices) or bracelets. Visit thescsptsa.memberhub.com/store. We have posted this information on our social media outlets and Canvas Global Announcements. Hard copy forms were given to 1^st period teachers to pass out to students.

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

“The Homework Help & After School Tutoring Club is back!  If you need some camaraderie, some motivation, or just the space to get things done, come join us in Ms. Dix’s room — that’s Room 235 on the 8th grade hall.  We meet every Tuesday and Thursday after school for snacks and schoolwork!”

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

All Juniors and Senior prom tickets are on sale right now for the special rate of $55.  This rate applies to all juniors & guests and senior guests only.  Seniors, please turn in your senior dues to Coach Barnes & Ms. Street.  This deal will end before Thanksgiving break.  

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

Seniors interested in the UNC-Charlotte Levine Scholars Program please see Ms. Settle so we can discuss the nomination criteria. Nominations are open August 15—October 8.

****************** 

Want to order a 2021-22 SCS Yearbook? 

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

• $40.00 until January 14, 2022
• $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

****************** 

Fill that Bus! We are collecting school supplies for all DPS teachers on behalf of Crayons 2 Calculators. Items headed are pencils, crayons, scissors, colored pencils, glue sticks, markers and clipboards. Please drop off items outside of the Student Services Office in the big plastic box. Thank you!

****************** 

Juniors and Seniors interested in pursuing college in history or political science, consider applying for the US Senate Youth Program. If chosen, you will spend a week in Washington and earn a $10,ooo scholarship. The application can be found on Ms. Settle’s website.

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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 

 ******************

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. 

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

The PTSA has started its first fundraiser. Go online to purchase T-shirts (2 color choices) or bracelets. Visit thescsptsa.memberhub.com/store. We have posted this information on our social media outlets and Canvas Global Announcements. Hard copy forms will be given to 1^st period teachers to pass out to students and the digital form is attached.

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Good Morning Gryphons! It’s a new day…Put forth new determination and have a new desire and a will that is strong to succeed…today. Gryphons, make today a good NEW day!

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

We are recognizing students this month, September, who display self-management by Managing Impulsivity, Striving for Accuracy, and Questioning and Posing Problems. Congratulations to our August student recognitions! We’ll announce their names tomorrow and post them on Facebook.

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There will be a YMA/Jr. YMA meeting TODAY from 4:00  to 5:30 p.m. in the Health Room. Be suited and booted with a polo, slacks, shoes or nice dress sneakers. If you have not attended a meeting you still can. For questions, please see Coach Barnes or Mr. Marshall.

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Students who drive to school please make sure that you are arriving to school on time. This means being seated in your first period class at 9:00 a.m. If you continue to arrive late, we may revoke your driving privileges. If you have any questions, see Ms. Settle.

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2022 Graduates, 

Did you miss Jostens and still need to purchase your cap and gown?  Visit https://tinyurl.com/2k373kmy to place your order online.  Jostens has extended the cap and gown special price of $65.00 that includes taxes and shipping until further notice.  You can also customize your order by purchasing invitations, announcements, etc.

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

Yearbook in the making.  Graduates, do you want a famous quote displayed under your name?  Visit https://tinyurl.com/umk4tzr5. Due by Oct. 22, 2021.

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The Microbit Coding Club hosted by Mr. Oakley and Ms. Williams.  The information session will be held TODAY @ 6:30 pm via Zoom Link on SCS Club Dashboard in Canvas.

Email Mr. Oakley if you need the link.  Parents are encouraged to attend.  

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“The Homework Help & After School Tutoring Club is back!  If you need some camaraderie, some motivation, or just the space to get things done, come join us in Ms. Dix’s room — that’s Room 235 on the 8th grade hall.  We meet every Tuesday and Thursday after school for snacks and schoolwork!”

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

All Juniors and Senior prom tickets are on sale right now for the special rate of $55.  This rate applies to all juniors & guests and senior guests only.  Seniors, please turn in your senior dues to Coach Barnes & Ms. Street.  This deal will end before Thanksgiving break.  

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

Seniors interested in the UNC-Charlotte Levine Scholars Program please see Ms. Settle so we can discuss the nomination criteria. Nominations are open August 15—October 8.

****************** 

Want to order a 2021-22 SCS Yearbook? 

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

• $40.00 until January 14, 2022
• $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

****************** 

Fill that Bus! We are collecting school supplies for all DPS teachers on behalf of Crayons 2 Calculators. Items headed are pencils, crayons, scissors, colored pencils, glue sticks, markers and clipboards. Please drop off items outside of the Student Services Office in the big plastic box. Thank you!

****************** 

Juniors and Seniors interested in pursuing college in history or political science, consider applying for the US Senate Youth Program. If chosen, you will spend a week in Washington and earn a $10,ooo scholarship. The application can be found on Ms. Settle’s website.

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

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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