Thursday, October 3, 2019

Student Announcements: October 3, 2019

High-achieving 10th and 11th graders:  There will be an informational meeting for those interested in applying for a Governor's School nomination on Tues. 10/8 at the beginning of lunch. Meet in Student Services right after 4th period.  Governor's school is a residential summer program for gifted students.  10th graders can apply for Choral or Instrumental Music or Dance, and 11th graders can apply for any discipline (English, Math, Natural Science, Social Science, Spanish or French, Art, and Theater, in addition to those other three).  Please contact Mr. Harkey if you are interested but cannot make this meeting. See www.ncgovschool.org for more information and to review the application process and materials.

High-achieving 9th and 10th graders:  the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) is an unparalleled opportunity for academic and personal growth, particularly for students pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education.  There will be a representative from NCSSM at CHS on Thurs. 10/17 to meet with interested students during lunch in the bandroom. You apply during your 10th grade year, but we invite 9th graders to hear about the opportunity, too.  See Mr. Harkey with any questions beforehand.

Motivated 10th and 11th graders: Middle College is a way for students to earn a career certificate, transferable college credits, or even a full Associate's degree FOR FREE while completing high school. If you are interested in learning more about Middle College or how to apply, please see their website and email Mr. Harkey. There will be an on-campus information session in November, date TBD.  Min. 2.5 unweighted GPA. 

CARRBORO HIGH SCHOOL IS GOING TO GERMANY AND SWITZERLAND SPRING 2020.If interested, there will be a parent meeting on October 22 at 5:30 pm in room D114. Look for posters and flyers posted on walls all over our building to RSVP. Any questions talk to Dr. Morais in room D114.


Friendly reminder that Service Learning is a requirement for graduation. In case you are unaware, the website is: https://www.chccs.org/ServiceLearning   If you need to set up your account (or even cannot remember your log-in/password), you can go to https://letserve.com/   Click log-in. Enter in your school e-mail address and click "forgot password ?". Then you will have a new password e-mailed to you  You can then more easily add the LetServe app if you want..  The first set up may be easier from a computer/laptop. 


After-school tutoring will take place TODAY beginning at 4pm in the Media Center.


A representative from Boston University will visit on Friday, October 4th at 1:30pm.  To attend this visit, please sign up in the CIC.


The wrestling team will be having an interest meeting during lunch TODAY! . Please meet Coach Driscoll in room D121 at the beginning of the lunch period. 


Howdy CHS students! It is time to find your mustang or filly and find your rowdiest rodeo outfit for our 2019 Homecoming celebrations. This year's celebrations will include a tailgate at 5pm with FREE food, live music, backyard games, and live animals. We will then march together to the football game to cheer the Jags to victory, then return to the commons for our rodeo hoedown. Tickets are on sale TODAY 1 for $10 or 2 for $15.


Help support your Jaguar Football Team by coming out to our JAGUAR CAR WASH Fundraiser!!!  Get your car cleaned by the Jaguar football team this Saturday at Lumber and Fitch from 12 -3pm on N. Greensboro St.  Donations accepted!!!! We look forward to putting some JagSwag on your ride!


Service Learning Opp! Truth Announces National Day of Action Against Juul Oct 9

Young people are invited to use the hashtag #DITCHJUUL and join truth in holding rallies and other events on Oct 9 to call Juul out for treating its customers like human lab rats.Who wants to take the lead?  See Linda Karcher in Student Services or email lkarcher@chccs.k12.nc.us

 Learn more and sign up here.


The Smart Lunch subject today is Social Studies



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