Price's Write

Good Evening SCS Families. This is Ms. Price with your weekly message for May 30, 2022. 

COVID Update 

This week SCS reported 2 positive COVID cases,  0  close contacts were identified, and there were 0 class closures. Communication to families whose students were identified as close contacts has been completed. If you have not already been personally contacted, it  means your student was NOT in close contact with any of the COVID-19 cases. 

End-of-Grade/Course Testing

Our end of year testing window has started and runs until June 10. This includes End-of-Grade tests, End-of-Course tests, CTE assessments, and teacher final exams. The dates are posted on our school website. 

Important Date(s)

School will be closed tomorrow, Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day. 

The Eighth Grade Recognition & Superlative Program will be June 3. This event is for students only. 

The last day of school is June 10 and school will be dismissed at 2:00 p.m. 

Intent for Next Year 

Parents, our last lottery draw for next school year is coming up soon. If your plans have changed and your student will not be returning next year, and you have not already notified us, please contact Jennifer_Fleming@dpsnc.net before June 3^rd to ensure other students on our long waitlist may have an opportunity to attend. 

Graduation Information

All up-to-date graduation information has been posted to our school website on the homepage. Please check it out! 

Credit by Demonstrated Mastery

Credit by Demonstrated Mastery summer testing registration is open until Friday, June 10th.  Credit by Demonstrated Mastery is a two-phase process by which students can earn credit for a course by demonstrating a deep understanding and mastery of application of content standards prior to taking the course. Students who successfully complete CDM receive a pass/fail grade and course credit. This can be for high school or middle school students who want to request the opportunity to earn credit through high school courses offered. To register or to learn more, please see the flyer attached to our social media pages. You can also visit our DPS advanced academics website, or contact Ms. Taylor. 

https://www.dpsnc.net/Page/432

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-L2TGrLF6YbmW67r2vqzFxmt2LTji_w_/view?usp=sharing

Young Scholars Summer Research Institute 

The Young Scholars Summer Research Institute is a three-week program that provides high school students enrolled in Durham Public Schools (DPS) with knowledge to enhance their writing, research, and presentation skills. The program is sponsored by the Samuel DuBois Cook Center on Social Equity at Duke University in partnership with Durham Public Schools (DPS).

Please share this great opportunity within your networks. Attached is a flyer with links to the application that is still open and the program website. This collaboration between DPS and Duke is a great opportunity for students to explore topics near and dear to them and their specific communities. 

Program Information 

• Program Dates: July 6, 2022 — July 22, 2022, 8:30 am-4:00 pm. 

• Cost: Free 

• Location: Hillside High School 

• Transportation: Provided as needed 

• Student Capstone Presentations: July 25, 2022, 5:30-8:00 pm 

• Meals: Meals are provided free while onsite, Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks 

• Applications: Applications for the 2022 session accepted on a rolling basis. 

Please contact Gwen Wright (socialequity@duke.edu) or 919-681-9269 for applications.

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

Congratulations to Marla Holbert on her acceptance to UNC-Charlotte’s Honor College where she earned a $3000 scholarship.

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Monday, May 30 is the Memorial Day Holiday! There is no school!

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If you have put up signs that are now expired, please take them down.

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Seniors—Ms. Settle is still updating the scholarship page on her website. Please visit this page often to make sure that you are not missing out on opportunities for FREE MONEY for college!

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SCS Gardening Club will be held Tuesdays until 5:15 p.m. We will meet in Room 110 (Ms. Granger’s room) Lots to plan and do as we beautify our courtyard!

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Seniors, please make sure that Mrs. Settle receives your college acceptance letters and scholarship offers.  This information will only be announced with your permission. 

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Is that homework getting you down?  Is that test chasing you in the your dreams?  Well, we’ve got the solution!

National Honor Society tutors to the rescue!

Honor Society students will be available to tutor in a variety of topics starting Wednesday, February 2nd, and moving forward weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays during lunch and after school in the cafeteria student lounge.

Bonus!  Monday and Wednesday evenings are available by appointment via Zoom. You can sign up at the Sign Up Genius link:  

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c044eaeae23a5f49-nationalLinks to an external site.

where you can see what topics are available when and make needed appointments. The link to the zoom is right there on your appointment!

Please document your attendance using the link:
https://forms.gle/zK7NZAWC2Hc54iMz7Links to an external site.

Let’s be clear, walk-ins are welcome during lunch and after school, but evenings are by appointment only in half hour time slots due to limited tutors.  

Students requesting help need to come prepared with all their work materials to make the most of the time.  If you need any assistance, please see Ms. Fletcher in room 109 or Ms. Black in room 115.  

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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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Good Evening SCS Families. This is Ms. Price with your weekly message for May 16, 2022. 

COVID Update 

This week SCS reported 0 positive COVID cases,  0  close contacts were identified, and there were 0 class closures. Communication to families whose students were identified as close contacts has been completed. If you have not already been personally contacted, it means your student was NOT in close contact with any of the COVID-19 cases. 

PTSA General Meeting & Nomination Form 

General Body Meeting will take place on Wednesday, May 18, 2022

Time: 6:30pm

Place: Virtual via Zoom

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82594480574?pwd=WlNtZjZsOVFKamx5MjdkeEFEdXdndz09

Links to an external site.

Are you interested in serving on the PTSA Board for next school year? Do you know someone who would be great on the Board? Please self-nominate or nominate another parent! 

Elections for the 2022-2023 PTSA Board

Nomination Form link: https://forms.gle/SWP41TDGZSovmhQA9

Links to an external site.

Important Date(s)

May 17 is a Teacher Workday and Election Day. There is no school for students. 

Our end of year testing window is May 27 – June 10. This includes End-of-Grade tests, End-of-Course tests, CTE assessments, and teacher final exams. The dates of all exams will be posted on our school website. 

Graduation Information

All up-to-date graduation information has been posted to our school website on the homepage. Please check it out! 

Back to School Form 

This is another reminder to complete the BACK TO SCHOOL FORM so that you can register for bus transportation, confirm your contact information, and more. You can find instructions on the DPS website at DPSNC.net.  Link to DPS Enrollment Page If you need an appointment, please contact Ms. Fleming. Again, this is very important to ensure that your child has bus transportation lined up for next year, in addition to other important information. Working together, we can make next year the BEST YEAR EVER for our students. Thank you in advance!

Other Resources for Parents: 

• PDF: How to Set up a Parent Portal Account 
• Video: How to Set up a Parent Portal Account 
  • Web: How to Create a Gmail Account
  • Web: How to Create a Yahoo Account
• PDF: How to Complete Back to School Form Process 
• Video: How to Complete Back to School Form Process 

 

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

Tuesday, May 17 is a Teacher Workday—NO SCHOOL for students!

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Attention all Juniors and Seniors!! Super Awesome Games, a gaming company owned by Epic Games is offering a summer internship. This is a virtual opportunity that will meet by Zoom twice a week. This is an amazing opportunity for students interested in pursuing employment in the gaming industry. Space is limited and you must contact Ms. Settle if interested!

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Invitations for the Gryphons Get Down Pizza Party were sent to your Canvas inboxes yesterday (middle school & Math I) and TODAY for all others! If you showed growth on any of your End-of-Year Benchmark Assessments, you will receive an invitation. The parties will be held Monday, May 16—Middle School at 11:30 a.m. and High School at 12:45 p.m.

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If you have put up signs that are now expired, please take them down.

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National Junior Honor Society applications were distributed last week. Seventh and Eighth grade students with a semester 1 average above 80 in all classes were invited to apply. Please contact Ms. Dix is you believe you were overlooked in error or if you have questions. Applications are due Friday, May 13.

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Juniors interested in participating in the Emily Center Summer Intensive College Prep class please visit Ms. Settle’s website for registration information. This program is designed to help students with financial aid, residency applications, college essays and more! Registration must be complete by May 23.

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Seniors—Ms. Settle is still updating the scholarship page on her website. Please visit this page often to make sure that you are not missing out on opportunities for FREE MONEY for college!

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The 7^th Annual YMA/Jr. YMA Banquet will be held at Southside Church 800 Elmira Ave from 5 pm – 7:30 pm on Saturday, May 14th.  If you would like to attend, please see Coach Barnes.  The cost is $15.  There will be seated meals and desserts served.  

Come celebrate the new line! 

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Northern High School Cheerleading Tryouts will be held May 16-19. This tryout will be for both football and basketball seasons. Please stop by the main office to pick up a flyer so you can be aware of the tryout process.

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SCS Gardening Club will be held Tuesdays until 5:15 p.m. We will meet in Room 110 (Ms. Granger’s room) Lots to plan and do as we beautify our courtyard!

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High school Basketball Clubs has been moved to Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 4:15 – 5:30 pm.  Please sign up with Mr. Pantoja in order to play.  

There are plenty of spots open.

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This year we are happy to offer the “Price Promise” Award to graduating seniors. Seniors who meet the criteria will be recognized at our Graduation Ceremony and will receive a certificate of participation and a graduation gift from SCS. Application forms are available in the main office or from Ms. Neville.

Ms. Price reminds us that “The Learning Never Ends”. Seniors, in order to receive the “Price Promise” Award, you must meet these criteria:

1—Select an extra-curricular activity such as an internship, community service activity, mentorship or other activity that complements their academic preparation;

2—Provide documentation to Ms. Neville of your chosen activity;

3—Write a statement that describes the value of your participation in your chosen activity and how it will prepare you for life after graduation.

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Skip the carpool line and join us for activities like arts and crafts, recreation, culinary activities, SEL, and other student-based activities. Monday-Friday 6:30 – 8:30 a.m. For more information, go online to www.dpsnc.net/afterschool or call Community Education at 919-560-9488.

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Seniors, please make sure that Mrs. Settle receives your college acceptance letters and scholarship offers.  This information will only be announced with your permission. 

**************** 

Is that homework getting you down?  Is that test chasing you in the your dreams?  Well, we’ve got the solution!

National Honor Society tutors to the rescue!

Honor Society students will be available to tutor in a variety of topics starting Wednesday, February 2nd, and moving forward weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays during lunch and after school in the cafeteria student lounge.

Bonus!  Monday and Wednesday evenings are available by appointment via Zoom. You can sign up at the Sign Up Genius link:  

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c044eaeae23a5f49-nationalLinks to an external site.

where you can see what topics are available when and make needed appointments. The link to the zoom is right there on your appointment!

Please document your attendance using the link:
https://forms.gle/zK7NZAWC2Hc54iMz7Links to an external site.

Let’s be clear, walk-ins are welcome during lunch and after school, but evenings are by appointment only in half hour time slots due to limited tutors.  

Students requesting help need to come prepared with all their work materials to make the most of the time.  If you need any assistance, please see Ms. Fletcher in room 109 or Ms. Black in room 115.  

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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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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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Invitations for the Gryphons Get Down Pizza Party are being sent to your Canvas inbox TODAY! If you showed growth on any of your End-of-Year Benchmark Assessments, you will receive an invitation. The parties will be held Monday, May 16—Middle School at 11:30 a.m. and High School at 12:45 p.m. 

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If you have put up signs that are now expired, please take them down. 

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

National Junior Honor Society applications were distributed last week. Seventh and Eighth grade students with a semester 1 average above 80 in all classes were invited to apply. Please contact Ms. Dix is you believe you were overlooked in error or if you have questions. Applications are due Friday, May 13. 

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

Juniors interested in participating in the Emily Center Summer Intensive College Prep class please visit Ms. Settle’s website for registration information. This program is designed to help students with financial aid, residency applications, college essays and more! Registration must be complete by May 23. 

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

Seniors—Ms. Settle is still updating the scholarship page on her website. Please visit this page often to make sure that you are not missing out on opportunities for FREE MONEY for college! 

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

The 7^th Annual YMA/Jr. YMA Banquet will be held at Southside Church 800 Elmira Ave from 5 pm – 7:30 pm on Saturday, May 14th.  If you would like to attend, please see Coach Barnes.  The cost is $15.  There will be seated meals and desserts served.  

Come celebrate the new line! 

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

Northern High School Cheerleading Tryouts will be held May 16-19. This tryout will be for both football and basketball seasons. Please stop by the main office to pick up a flyer so you can be aware of the tryout process. 

 ****************

SCS Gardening Club will be held Tuesdays until 5:15 p.m. We will meet in Room 110 (Ms. Granger’s room) Lots to plan and do as we beautify our courtyard! 

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

High school Basketball Clubs has been moved to Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 4:15 – 5:30 pm.  Please sign up with Mr. Pantoja in order to play.  

There are plenty of spots open.

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

This year we are happy to offer the “Price Promise” Award to graduating seniors. Seniors who meet the criteria will be recognized at our Graduation Ceremony and will receive a certificate of participation and a graduation gift from SCS. Application forms are available in the main office or from Ms. Neville. 

Ms. Price reminds us that “The Learning Never Ends”. Seniors, in order to receive the “Price Promise” Award, you must meet these criteria:

1—Select an extra-curricular activity such as an internship, community service activity, mentorship or other activity that complements their academic preparation;

2—Provide documentation to Ms. Neville of your chosen activity; 

3—Write a statement that describes the value of your participation in your chosen activity and how it will prepare you for life after graduation.

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

Skip the carpool line and join us for activities like arts and crafts, recreation, culinary activities, SEL, and other student-based activities. Monday-Friday 6:30 – 8:30 a.m. For more information, go online to www.dpsnc.net/afterschool or call Community Education at 919-560-9488. 

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Seniors, please make sure that Mrs. Settle receives your college acceptance letters and scholarship offers.  This information will only be announced with your permission. 

**************** 

Is that homework getting you down?  Is that test chasing you in the your dreams?  Well, we’ve got the solution!

National Honor Society tutors to the rescue!

Honor Society students will be available to tutor in a variety of topics starting Wednesday, February 2nd, and moving forward weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays during lunch and after school in the cafeteria student lounge.

Bonus!  Monday and Wednesday evenings are available by appointment via Zoom. You can sign up at the Sign Up Genius link:  

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c044eaeae23a5f49-nationalLinks to an external site.

where you can see what topics are available when and make needed appointments. The link to the zoom is right there on your appointment!

Please document your attendance using the link:
https://forms.gle/zK7NZAWC2Hc54iMz7Links to an external site.

Let’s be clear, walk-ins are welcome during lunch and after school, but evenings are by appointment only in half hour time slots due to limited tutors.  

Students requesting help need to come prepared with all their work materials to make the most of the time.  If you need any assistance, please see Ms. Fletcher in room 109 or Ms. Black in room 115.  

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

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.

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

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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