WEDNESDAY - MAY 16, 2012
HOME OF THE SMOKY BEARS
Tuesday, May 15 is a regular school day and seniors are expected to be at school. Wednesday, May 16 is also a regular school day, except that seniors will be taking their respective exams in the appropriate period (1st & 3rd). Seniors should be in class for 2nd and 4th period for the exam review or to complete any other assignments (regular schedule day). Thursday, May 17 the 2nd and 4th period exams will be given during the respective period. If you need more information, please check the "Spring Exam Schedule" listed below.
PANCAKE DINNER at FLAPJACKS'S
The SCHS Foundation is hosting a Pancake Dinner at Flapjack's Pancake House, 1016 Parkway Sevierville, this Thursday, May 17 beginning at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are only $5 per person and include pancakes, beverage and choice of sausage or bacon.
The Foundation has provided $45,350 in scholarships to graduating seniors this year and over $5,000 to Walters State Community College dual enrollment students this year. The Foundation also provided technology equipment to many of the classrooms this year.
Please help support this event so the Foundation can continue their good works! - Sandy has tickets in the front office or you can call Nancy Hewitt at 607-0032 to purchase tickets.***************************************
SCHS GRADUATION - MONDAY, MAY 21 @ 8:30 - THOMPSON-BOLING ARENA
CLASS OF 2012, PARENTS OF SENIORS AND ANYONE ELSE ATTENDING: Please read the memo regarding the rules for the upcoming graduation ceremony.
Graduation Memo/Rules - Thompson-Boling Arena Website
GPS Address: 1600 Philip Fulmer Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996
MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR AUSTIN MANNING
Friday, May 18, 2012
First Baptist Church Chapel @ 6:00 p.m.Thank you SCHS students and faculty for all your support and donations that have been shown to this family during this tragic time..
SPRING EXAM SCHEDULE 2012
AP EXAM SCHEDULE:
AP Course exams will be May 15 US Government and May 16 English III
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SCHS TENNIS TEAM FOR A GREAT SEASON!
The Boys Tennis Team finished 2nd in the District Team Tournament: Will Jones for finishing 2nd in District Singles Tournament. Michael Moore and Aaron Grayson each finished 1st in the District Doubles Tournament.
YEARBOOKS - ARE ALMOST GONE!!!
Yearbooks are available UNTIL SOLD OUT. The cost is $80.00 - if you write a check, please make it out to Sevier County High School. The Yearbook is full-color and A W E S O M E. You better get one.
Plants & Flowers from the FFA Greenhouse for Sale
There are many items to choose from. Click here for a pricing flyer.
Daily Announcement Sheet - CLICK HERE
SCHS Events Calendar - May - CLICK HERE
SENIORS - Graduation will be May 21 at 8:30 p.m. at Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville.
- SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION. . . Senior Scholarship Deadlines Click Here . . . FASFA Info. Click Here
- NextStepU Scholarship - Two scholarships in the amount of $10,000 each. These are very easy to sign-up for and any senior student is eligible. Visit: http://www.nextstepu.com
- Now thru May 11 - SunTrust off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes: $1,000.00. Free to enter, 15 chances to win beginning September 16th. One person drawn every two weeks until May 11th. For complete details visit www.offtocollege.info.
- Ned McWherter Scholars Program. Must be attending eligible TN College or University. Requires 3.5 GPA and 29 ACT. Visit www.tn.gov/collegepays
- Tom Bird, Author Scholarship program offers high school students opportunities to attend a 5 day writing retreat. Visit www.TomBird.com for information.
SENIOR ADDITIONAL INFO:
- All Valedictorians and Salutatorians must see Ms. Parkhurst during 2nd period TODAY to pick up directions for graduation speeches.
- Senior Meeting Notes - April 25, 2012 - Click Here
- Any senior who has had perfect attendance for 4 years of High School, please see Cathy Ward in guidance.
- If you would like the contents of your cumulative file at graduation please come by the guidance office and sign your name to the list.
- Click Here for the FASFA Information and other scholarship notes, etc.
JUNIORS and SENIORS
- The “Student Award Search Aid” website is offering a scholarship for 2012. Please visit their website at http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm. While you’re there, please browse through the rest of the site to learn more about applying for scholarships. Application deadline is May 28th. The B. Davis Scholarship is $1,000.
- JUNIORS interested in Centre College need to see Ms. Franklin.
ALL STUDENTS.................................STUDENT INFORMATION-CLICK HERE
- SUMMER SCHOOL - Packets are available in guidance.
- Next year’s students – please remember that SGA elections for next year’s officers will be held in the commons area this Thursday and Friday from 7:15 – 7:45 am and then 3:00 – 3:30 pm. Students must have student ID’s to vote. No ID – No voting – No exceptions!
- Any student planning to take Walters State summer classes need to see Ms. Lakey ASAP.
- Sports Medicine Camp (SMC) at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville on June 20 and 21, 2012: If you are interested in sports medicine, athletic training, or the medical field, this camp would be a great experience for you. Camp will be located in Neyland Stadium. The cost will be $85 which includes lunch, educational materials and instruction as well as a camp t-shirt and CPR certification if desired. Camp runs from 8:45 am to 4:30 pm for two days only. Please log on to www.kocortho.com or see Ms. Franklin for more info.
- 9th - 11th Graders (ages 15-18) interested in the Arts (visual, literary, and performing): Visit www.youngarts.org/apply for more details.
- Students interested in a NURSING career: Visit www.nursingscholarship.us for information on types of degrees, salaries, how to write a personal statement, etc, as well as scholarships available.
- FEMALE students interested in The MISS TENNESSEE TEEN USA Pageant can pick up an application in Ms. Franklin's office or apply online atwww.misstennesseeusa.com. Application deadline is July 1st.
- Don’t forget about Smoky’s closet. We have CLOTHES!!! Please talk to your guidance counselor for more information.
- NO MORE CAFETERIA CHARGES FOR THE REST OF THE SCHOOL YEAR.
- Students from the main building are NOT permitted to come to the CTE building to go to the school store any time during the day. This includes students who are office aides or teacher aides.
- There is a three day waiting period to get your Drivers permit. You need to let Darlene know 3 days before you are going to get the permit.
- If you have unused or old glasses please bring those to the office.
- Any high school JUNIOR GIRL interested in participating in the Distinguished Young Women of America Scholarship program, formerly Sevier County Jr. Miss program, please see Ms. Franklin for more information.
- 9th - 11th Graders (ages 15-18) interested in the Arts (visual, literary, and performing): Visit www.youngarts.org/apply for more details.
SUMMER CAMPS
SPORTS
- Congratulations to the Boys Tennis Team for finishing 2nd in District Team Tournament: Will Jones for finishing 2nd in District Singles Tournament. Michael Moore and Aaron Grayson for finishing 1st in the District Doubles Tournament.
- SCHS Cross Country T-shirts are for sale. Cost $10 See Coach Hanlon in the CTE building to purchase one.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
- HOPE FOR HONDURAS - Attention Hope for Honduras Participants! All students participating in set up on all committees need to be at the campground at 10:30 Saturday morning. All performers need to be thee at 11:00 a.m. for sound check. Remember to invite everyone you know – See you Saturday morning!
- "Relay for Life" meeting Wednesday May 16 in room 227. Everyone participating needs to be at this meeting. Bring your permission forms.
- The DECA graduation tassels and stoles are now in. If you want to purchase one. Come by the CTE store or Mrs. Barnett’s room (not 3rd block). The stoles are $12 and the tassels are $6.
- The DECA end of the year party is May 24th after school at the Rule’s house. If you plan on coming, please bring chairs and sports equipment. There will be a pool, so bring swimming apparel. For more information, see a marketing teacher of DECA officer.
- French Club - The end of the year French Club celebration will be Thursday, May 17 after school in Mrs. Webb’s room. Wear your t-shirt, bring your favorite snack to share and we’ll watch a movie and celebrate!
OUR COMMUNITY
- Benefit for the Chambers Family - Dennis and Becky Chambers both work for Sevierville Middle School. Their daughter, Reannon, was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma about 2 1/2-3 years ago. They finally have a donor for her. Their insurance will pay for the actual transplant, but not the room to stay in. The room costs $3,250 per month, and they will have to be there approximately 5 months. You may donate money if you wish. Please email: ashleighmusgrove@sevier.org for more details.
MISCELLANEOUS / JOBS
- Imaging Sales Associates for Hot Shots Photography is now hiring seniors interested in working on weekends or over the summer. The pay is $9 per hour. Call or email for more information or set up an interview. The contact person is: Mr. Brett Nellessen, Site Manager, 608-393-0213, brellessen@dellshotshots.com
- ATTENTION! GSM Career Day in the PARK. YOUNG SCIENTISTS (Students & Volunteers) NEEDED TO HELP THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK! Click here to find out more information.
- Westgate Resort is hiring for these positions: Smokehouse Grill Restaurant, Westgate Smoky Mountain Resorts for Administrative/Clerical Positions, Contracts, Sales, and Tour Desk, Wild Bear Falls Water Park for Lifeguards. You need to apply in person Monday thru Friday at 915 Westgate Resorts Rd. Gatlinburg, TN. Phone number is 430-4788. For more information, see Sandy in the office.