Tuesday, October 30, 2018

10-31-18 Student Mission Briefing


GRYPHON MISSION BRIEFING
For Wednesday, October 31, 2018 – N-day
School Mission – Boundless STEM: Learning & Leading
L&N Student Mission – #Own it!

School Ops:
·      Yes, you may wear a costume if you wish for Halloween 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.  Anyone in violation of these expectations will be required to wear disposable scrubs we have in the office or have your parents bring you something else to wear.. We hope you have a happy and safe Halloween!

·         Give blood this Halloween!. 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 Carl Sagan:

Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.

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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