NHS EOC Academy- November 14, 16, 28, & 30 December 5 & 7 from 3:30-4:30 PM at NHS 3113 Main Street, Newberry, SC: Session Locations for English 2: Room 201; U.S. History is Room 114; Biology is Room 105; Algebra I/Intermediate Algebra is Room 306. Any student that attends three or more sessions in any given subject area will be given an extra credit grade in that course. Attending sessions will also double as free makeup for seat time.
SC End of Course Examination Program
State End of Course (EOCEP) exams are taken in the following courses: English II, Algebra I, Intermediate Algebra, Biology I, US History, and HIS 202.
The End-of-Course Examination Program (EOCEP) is a statewide assessment program for specific courses awarding units of credit in English/language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. The exams must be taken to earn credit for the course. Additionally, scores must be counted as 20% of the final grade in the aligned course. EOCEP test items are written to assess the knowledge and skills described in the academic standards. Links to the standards are provided by clicking on the course names above. Please note when testing sessions will occur and make arrangements to ensure attendance for the exam. Visit https://bit.ly/statetestingprogram for more details.
Testing Dates: High School Only
English 2 Writing: December 5
English 2 Reading: December 11
Biology: December 12
USHC: December 13
Algebra 1 (HS only): December 14
Electronics Use During State Testing
Per SCDE guidelines, during testing, students may not be in possession of any electronic devices that can be used for communicating, timing, creating images, or storing images. These devices include but are not limited to cellphones, smart watches, Bluetooth devices, e-readers, and any other electronic device not used for testing*. Devices will be collected by the test administrator and returned after testing is complete. To learn more about investigation and discipline procedures related to electronics use during state testing, please review this guidance document (https://bit.ly/statetestingelectronics).
*This restriction does not apply to medical devices documented and approved for use during testing in a student’s IEP, 504 Plan, or Individual Health Plan.
Wizard of Oz auditions will occur at the Newberry High School auditorium on November 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, with possible callbacks on the 6th. We have two times for auditions this year. Elementary students in grades 1st-5th can come any day from 4:00 to 5:15 p.m., and middle and high students will audition from 5:30-6:30 p.m. The performances this year will be at the Newberry Opera House on March 21st, 22nd and 23rd. There will be two performances on the 23rd. All rehearsals will occur in the Newberry High School auditorium beginning November 27th. All this information is on the app along with other audition information.
For a presentation on the characters for the production, please click on the link-
https://www.canva.com/design/DAFwz9FMC_g/xU_P0Z8vWDqkZWa39Ud-Fw/view?utm_content=DAFwz9FMC_g&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=viewer
Apply for behind the scenes help at the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfTMmsEo2i0i9dDAIaNeb2LKxOutUURQvSyPFXYpJu54TULhg/viewform
The following audition link will take you to an app called Band, the application that will be used for the play this year: https://band.us/n/abae9aecI8L0b
Congratulations to the NHS Students of the Month! KaMara Goodman, AJ Jeter, Deyanara Reyes and Faith Grey.
Congratulations to Mrs. Quanzetta Wicker, Support Staff Employee of the Month!
Congratulations to the NHS Teacher of the Month- Mrs. Hannah Rowe.
NHS Girls Tennis Senior Night will be held Tuesday October 3 at Oakland Tennis Center! Come out and support our tennis players!
Upcoming matches all with a 5:00 PM start time : Thursday, October 5 at Mid Carolina starting at 5:00, Monday October 9 at Chapin, Thursday, October 12 at Abbeville.
Newberry High School is selling shirts for “pink out” in honor of breast cancer awareness. Orders are due by October 11th. Proceeds will be donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.
Link to order:
https://forms.gle/Ez3XZUnDeGsmSqG86
Attention Seniors! The deadline to order your cap and gown is October 3rd. You cannot miss this deadline! They will start gown production early this year. Don’t miss out!
Jostens Alerts: https://gmjslo2848k.typeform.com/JostensAlerts
Rhodes Graduation home page: https://www.rhodesgraduation.com/
Minimum package for graduation: https://rhodes.thegraduationcenter.com/product?product_id=3924
Mrs. Senn has extra packets at her desk if you need them. Please let Ms. Hartness know if you have any questions- dhartness@sdnc.org
ATHLETIC EVENT ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES FOR STUDENTS: Middle and elementary students must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult throughout the game and wear their school issued ID. Students of this age may not be dropped off or left unattended. Any high school student WITHOUT their student ID must be accompanied by an adult. ALL fans must sit in the stands during the event- no loitering in other areas. Students may purchase concessions but are not permitted to remain in the concession area during the game. After the first warning, a student may be required to leave the premises. Our goal is to create a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees. We ask that these rules be followed promptly and without argument. Thank you for your cooperation. GO BULLDOGS
Attention Students! Order your homecoming shirt before Friday!
Pay Ms. Hartness in room 201.
http://bit.ly/NHS2023Homecoming
Congratulations to Jasmine Kinard, Exchange Club Student of the Month!
Congratulations to Ms. Jessica jones, Teacher of the Month!
“She did a lot of work in the summer as she has taken a new position in her department. She works hard with her students and has always been helpful and understanding with them. She graduated from Newberry High and is now her making a difference with her students. She is friendly and always willing to lend a listening ear. Thank you! Ms. Jones is doing a phenomenal job as one of our new SpEd teachers. We are so proud of her!”
Congratulations to Rickey Sligh, NHS Support Staff Employee of the Month!
“Mr. Sligh has been doing a phenomenal job with assisting with class coverages, and never complains. Mr. Sligh has started the year off with a bang. He is always making sure students are in their respective classes, making sure "student traffic" in the hallways is not at a standstill, and is always present with a smile and greeting. His rapport with the student doesn't go unnoticed either. He does not complain about nothing. You give him and task and get it done. He is very responsible.”
Deadline to purchase the optional Technology Insurance (alternately referred to as “Technology Fee”) is Friday, September 1. The yearly $25 cost covers the first iPad or laptop repair free. Certain first time repair or replacement costs without insurance could exceed $600. The $25 may be paid directly to your child's school. For more information, please refer to pages 16-17 of the 1:1 Technology Handbook. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1079/NMS/3370241/2023-2024_1_1_TechnologyHandbook.pdf
Due to the threat of severe weather, the School District of Newberry County will operate an early release schedule on August 30, 2023. Release times for each school can be found at https://5il.co/23jwd
With fall sports beginning in the School District of Newberry County, all spectators are reminded of the updated safety guidelines. Please note that all middle school aged children and younger must be accompanied by a Parent/Guardian. There is also a clear bag policy for events.
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Underclassmen Picture Day for Grades 9-11 will be on Monday, August 28. LIfetouch Forms will be going home on Wednesday, August 23!
Parents and Guardians- Technology fee money is due by Friday, September 1. You may pay online or pay in person to our bookkeeper.
The cost is $25 per student. It is not mandatory, but is highly recommended.
For example, if a computer screen breaks, it averages a cost of $160. However, with tech insurance, the first breakage is covered (provided it was not intentionally damaged.)