AKHS KNIGHTLY NEWS
Progress Reports went home this week!
The Health Room is in need of the following supplies: Water Bottles, juice boxes, individually wrapped snacks,dixie cups and feminine hygiene products. Once again thank you for your support in keeping everyone healthy and happy!
ACT Test Tuesday, March 5th All Juniors/Mandatory All students will be dismissed at 1:00 pm No early dismissals! Junior Parent Night Thursday, March 7th 6 8 pm AK Media Center Information below 2nd Friday, March 8th Annual Rotary Cup Volleyball Tournament Ballantyne Rotary Club 5 8 pm AK Gym Information below
Ardrey Kell High School Presents Junior Parent Night March 7, 2013 6 8 PM Media Center Parents of juniors are invited to join us for two guest speakers specifically addressing important topics for today, the senior year, and beyond. Any questions, please contact Larry Drucker at [Link]@[Link]
Refreshments will be provided. Sponsored by BB&T.
1. Money Management for Parents of Teens
o o o o o o o Chris
Saving Money Starting a Bank Account Investing Money Spending Money Borrowing Money Identity Theft Basic Money Management
Underwood BB&T - Asst Vice President Financial Center Leader, Shoppes at Ardrey Kell cunderwood@[Link] 704-264-0247
2. The Secrets to College Admissions
o How to Make the Most of Campus Visits o How to Help Set Students Apart o College Search & Application Timeline o Myths & Realities of the College Admissions Process Lee Bierer Independent Educational Consultant President of College Admissions Strategies Author of weekly Countdown to College column in The Charlotte Observer Nationally syndicated columnist through McClatchy Newspapers [Link] lee@[Link] 704-907-5685
The Interact and Ballantyne Rotary Club would like to invite you to the 2nd Annual Teacher's Cup Friday, March 8th AK Gym 5:00 pm 8:00 pm Come cheer on our Mighty Knight Faculty Volleyball Team: David Switzer, Lori Lang, Chad Cable, Zoe Bell, Kelly & Tim Higgins, Anna Cameron, Sig Arnesen, Jason McCutcheon and Kim Montgomery. Event is $5.00 and that includes hot dogs and drinks. We will serve until we run out! Please come support this event!
The School Leadership Team has put together a homework survey for parents to complete. The team would like your feedback on the amount and quality of homework your child is assigned. We encourage you and your child to take the survey together and discuss each of the questions. Please try to complete the survey by Thursday, March 7th. The link is also located on the AK website. [Link]
Thank You to the Military Ardrey Kell HS MCJROTC & Switchin Kitchens, with assistance from Operation Home Front Thursday March 7, 2013 4:00 5:30 P.M. Switchin Kitchens 8025 Ardrey Kell Rd The Fountains The cadets of Ardrey Kell High School MCJROTC, with the help of Switchin Kitchens, will assemble nutritious meals for local military members, veterans, and their families for Operation Home Front to deliver. This is a perfect opportunity for the cadets and community to say THANK YOU to our military veterans and their families who are in need of our help. These complete meals will be delivered to those in need who may be struggling to serve meals on a regular basis. Please come out and support our military members and show them your thanks by buying a meal for them. The Ardrey Kell MCJROTC cadets will also be selling raffle tickets for your chance to win a new 2013 Honda Civic, sponsored by Hendrick Honda. Get your chance for a new car for just $20!
Ardrey Kell MCJROTC is led by Lt. Col. Robert Wint and 1st Sgt. James Barksdale, USMC retired. Switchin Kitchens is a locally owned business that offers you the opportunity to prepare meals in advance to take the stress out of making a complete meal after a busy day. [Link]. Operation Home Front helps military families meet unexpected expenses and assists them with difficult situations they face as a result of their military service. [Link]. Charlotte National College Fair Sunday, March 17, 2013 12:00 pm 4:00 pm The Park Expo and Conference Center Free and open to the public The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) invites all sophomores, juniors and seniors to the National College Fair coming to Charlotte. Visit [Link] for the most updated list of colleges. Admission representatives from hundreds of colleges and universities are available to speak with students one-on-one concerning the college admission process and college life in general. All college fairs include a counseling and resource center comprised of skilled professionals and partners who can assist parents and students. Workshops are held to address testing, the college application process, and other topics of significance in the college search process. Go to [Link]/ncfstudent to: Register for the fair. Watch the video for a complete fair overview. Learn about different types of schools.
HONDA RAFFLE The Ardrey Kell Booster Clubs are selling raffle tickets for a brand new 2013 Honda Civic. The drawing for the raffle is Saturday March 23rd at the AK Spring Fest. You do not have to be present to win the car. Tickets are $20 each. If you would like to purchase a ticket please contact Melody Amendola at mpamendola@[Link] or Tamara Morrissey at themorrisseys2003@[Link].
Ardrey Kell Athletic Booster 7th Annual Golf Tournament Please come out and enjoy a day of golf, food, prizes and fun while supporting the Athletic Booster Club Monday, April 15, 2013
Providence Country Club 1:00 Shotgun start. 11:45 a.m. Registration $125 (includes golf, lunch, dinner, prizes & more) Limited to first 120 golfers. Hurry to secure your spot. Deadline is Monday, April 8, 2013 Senior Build-Up Please dont forget that our school is currently collecting for our Senior Classs Senior Build-Up project!! All monies collected will help fund a Habitat for Humanity build in our schools zone. Please log on to [Link], or visit our schools website to donate. As of Friday afternoon, we have raised over $7,100 and we are hoping to get $12,000 by next Friday. Please go online and help us reach our goal! Dont hesitate to contact Jennifer Schroeder with any questions you have.
Summer Volunteer Opportunity Camp Invention at Elon Park Elementary School is an inquiry based camp, for rising 1st through 6th grade students, that includes hands-on learning and exciting real world challenges for children to solve. Camp will be held at Elon Park Elementary June 17-20, 2013 from 8:30-4:30. Students should be between 16 and 18 years old and be able to fulfill the following requirements:
interact with students develop bond with students accompany children throughout the entire camp experience actively participate and be actively involved! help and assist the teacher with lessons and activities display an enthusiastic and positive attitude For more information, you can visit: [Link] or contact Rebecca Grgurina at [Link]@[Link] Ardrey Kell JROTC Knights' Court School Beautification Project
The Ardrey Kell MCJROTC is still taking orders for brick purchases for our Knights Court walkway, located in the front of our school. Bricks cost $50 and include three lines of engraving. A perfect way to leave a legacy for your student, past or present, or simply as a family brick! Makes a great senior gift! Order forms are available on the JROTC school wiki page, or for further information, please contact Lynn Burnett at [Link]@[Link].
STUDENT SERVICES
Upcoming Information Sessions - CPCC: Tuesday, March 5 at 6:30 pm on Harper Campus, Room Wednesday, March 20 at 6 pm on Levine Campus, Room 2218 Monday, March 25 at 6:30 pm on Central Campus, Overcash Building, Room 231
**Registration will begin on Monday, May 6, 2013**
Attention Seniors: The People Helping People Scholarship is a $10,000 Scholarship given through the State Employees Credit Union, and will be given to one senior at AK. Candidates must demonstrate leadership, excellence of character, integrity, and community involvement. Also, you must be planning on attending one of the 16 campuses of the UNC System, and have at least a 2.5 unweighted GPA. To apply, please submit your resume and a one page essay on why you think you would be the best candidate for this scholarship, to Ms. Braketa in Student Services by Monday, March 25th. Attention Seniors: The Ardrey Kell PTSO is offering ten $1,000 scholarships to current seniors at AK. Students must have a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.5, and you or your family must be members of the PTSO. If you are interested in applying, please pick up an application form in Student Services. The due date is Monday, March 25th.
If you have any questions or concerns about a teacher or a class, listed below are the email addresses for the administrator responsible for that department. Health, PE, ROTC, EC 9th Grade Mr. Vincent Esposito [Link]@[Link] Foreign Language, Fine Arts Mr. Larry Drucker 11th Grade [Link]@[Link] English, Science Mrs. Bridget Noah 10th Grade [Link]@[Link] CTE Mrs. Patty Thornton [Link]@[Link]
Math, Social Studies, Student Services Mrs. Jennifer Schroeder 12th Grade [Link]@[Link]
Ardrey Kell now has a twitter account! You can find us @ArdreyKellHS Another great way to keep you informed.
"Let's Tweet": Follow CMS at Follow us @CMS _ High Schools for information on scholarships, college fairs and graduation requirements. This is an excellent source of information for all juniors and seniors to follow.