GRYPHON
ANNOUNCEMENTS
For Wednesday,
September 24, 2014
“L” Day Classes
School
Announcements/happenings:
·
Congratulations to sophomore Madison Byrd who has been selected for the All East Mixed Choir for
our region. They will be performing in
late November. Way to go Madison!
·
Every summer has it's story... and we want to hear yours!
Please send in your summer photos and what you did to s942827@student.knoxschools.org
for a chance to be in the Yearbook!
· Students
– reminder that the privilege of eating where you want on campus has a
price. You must clean up after
yourselves. We have found some food
trays and milk cartons particularly around the mezzanine steps area after
lunch. Do NOT cost the student body the
privilege of eating outside the Commons.
PROPERLY DISPOSE of your trash.
·
We know that school and life can be stressful. One of our support teachers recommends a free
app called “A Friend Asks”, available in both Apple and Android versions. It is a student app designed to provide
resources to help a friend who may be struggling with thoughts of suicide. Remember we have counselors and any teacher
can help connect you to help if you feel you need it. Be well!
· There will be an informational meeting
about the prestigious Governor's School on Wed., Sept. 24th from 9-9:25
a.mm in the STEM space. Governor's School is a highly selective
summer program for top 10th and 11th grade students. At the
informational session, you will hear about the 12 different schools
available, how to apply, and application deadlines. Come
as soon as you get on campus if your ride or bus arrives after 9:00, or you can
email Mrs. Morrell (lori.morrell@knoxschools.org) for
more information. Here’s the website for
even more info: http://www.tennessee.gov/education/instruction/governors_schools.shtml
· Ever
thought of traveling the world? Here is your chance! Mr. Webb and Mr. Mangone
are planning a trip to Italy for spring break 2016. The major
destinations for this trip will be Rome and Florence. Come see Roman
ruins and Renaissance masterpieces on this exciting journey. Please fill
out the Google Form below if you are interested. An interest meeting will
be held on Thursday, September 25 in the Commons at 6:30 for
students and parents wanting to go. We hope to see you there! http://bit.ly/1uE9e3B
· Did
you know we have a Literary Magazine in Advanced Journalism? We plan for
student submissions to be featured regularly in our magazine. In order for this
to happen, students are invited to submit their work to lntole.stem@gmail.com
· Junior
parent night is Sept 25 from 5:30 – 6:30. Come hear about
deadlines and responsibilities in this important year!
· Order your class t-shirt today! Proceeds will support Prom. There is a shirt available
for each grade. They are white shirts with colored "Class of 20XX"
(your graduation year) on the back and a miniature gryphon on the front. The
Freshman dates are red, Sophomores are blue, Juniors are green, and Seniors are
yellow. The shirts are $15 dollars. They are on sale during all lunch periods
and in the mornings. Checks and cash are accepted as payment. Buy one
while you still can! HURRY!!! WE STOP SELLING SEPT. 30th!
Community/service happenings and opportunities:
· Volunteers are being sought for next spring’s Llama
Races to be held again in World’s Fair Park.
Many positions are available and they are seeking volunteers. Call 865-690-3323, or email aketron@casadesara.org or lsantoro@casadesara.org
From the Guidance Office:
· College
recruiter visits (please sign up/register with Ms. Johnson in the guidance
office, lyn.johnson@knoxschools.org,
BEFORE the visit date)
o
Monday, 9/29, 9:00 a.m. Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
o
Wednesday, 10/1,
12:15 p.m., Centre College, Danville, KY
o
Thursday, 10/2, 9:00
a.m., TN State University, Nashville
·
Guidance will be hosting a College Essay Writing
Workshop for juniors and seniors on September 24th beginning 1st
lunch Genius Hour. You need to be there from the beginning to
participate . Learn what colleges are looking for in an essay and how to make
yourself more compelling to competitive institutions.
Quote of the day from Kurt Vonnegut
We are what
we pretend to be, so we must be careful about what we pretend to be.
Practice L&N Habits every day: Collaboration, Critical
thinking, Design, Innovation, Inquiry, & Professionalism
L&N STEM Academy – TN’s First Apple School of
Distinction, 2-time TN Reward School for Performance (2012 – 2014)
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