Monday, October 29, 2018

10-30-18 Student Mission Briefing


GRYPHON MISSION BRIEFING
For Tuesday, October 30, 2018 – L-day
School Mission – Boundless STEM: Learning & Leading
L&N Student Mission – #Own it!

School Ops:
·      We know you want to students – yes, you may wear a costume if you wish for Halloween tomorrow to school.  Please know ahead of time – your costume must still meet KCS dress code (no bare midriff, shoulders, no advertising for contraband or offensive materials, etc.).  Your costume may not include anything that covers your whole face or otherwise renders you unrecognizable.  We hope you have a happy and safe Halloween!

·      Students, this Tuesday, October 30th we will be participating in the statewide mock midterm elections. All students are encouraged to participate in the election in order to learn more about the voting process. To get more information and to read more about why voting is so important go to bit.ly/lnmockelection18 . When you vote get your "I Voted" sticker, take a picture with the sign, and post with the hashtag #GoVoteTN The results will be announced by the end of the day on Tuesday.

·      This Tuesday, Oct 30, all students have the opportunity to hear a performance group from the Chinese National Center for Arts and Music.  They are traveling the US and will be performing at the TN Amphitheater from 12:30 – 1:30 on Tuesday.  If you’d like to see them, complete the short form linked here.  *Note: must be on your knoxschools email to access.  On Tuesday, get your lunch first – the cafeteria will have box lunches available for purchase you can pick up quickly and take with you to eat in the Amphitheater as you watch the performance.  This is a big deal.  It is the only performance they will give in Knoxville.  We’d like to see as many students as possible participate.

·         MEDIC Blood Drive: Give the gift of life!  Wednesday, October 31st from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Medic Mobile will be parked in the Plaza parking lot from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Halloween. Donate and save up to 3 lives!!   Every donor gets snacks, a t-shirt, and a coupon for a free appetizer at Texas Roadhouse!

Who can donate blood? 
  • Sixteen year olds who are at least 120 lbs (with signed consent [attached])
  • Seventeen year olds who are at least 110 lbs (with signed consent [attached])
  • All adults, 18 and over (please ask your family and friends!) (NOTE: Parents and teachers go to the front of the line!)
What do you need to know?
 Bring photo ID
  • Bring a list of medications, if applicable
  • Start hydrating the day before
  • Eat a hearty breakfast/lunch before donating
Consent forms for students under 18 are attached and also located in the front office and in the library.  Click on this link to sign up!

Community  & Guidance Ops:
·      Seniors – THIS WEEK IS IT – TN Promise application deadline is Nov 1.  Don’t miss this chance for money for college!  Contact your counselor if you have questions.

Quote of the day from Goethe:

What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals.

Practice L&N Habits every day: Professionalism, Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Innovation, Inquiry, & Design
L&N STEM Academy – TN’s First Apple School of Distinction, 4 time - US News & World Report medalist – 4 years (2015-18), 4 time - Newsweek’s Top 500 American High Schools 2015 – 18, 5 time TN Reward School (2014 – 18)





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