SPHS Weekly Update 3/20 - 3/25
A 5 Star School With 5 Star Students and Staff
Report Cards will be distributed to students TOMORROW (Monday 3/20)!
Academic Booster Club Updates
https://rockhillschools.zoom.us/j/7717846152?pwd=dzYvUkVsRjlNWW1IWDV2RVVpSzRsQT09
We are still in need of donations for Jump Up Day, 3rd Quarter Student Incentives and Staff Appreciation all happening the last week of March. If you are able to make a donation, please sign up on our Sign Up Genius https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040D4CAEAD22A02-third
Tuesday (3/21) is World Down Syndrome Day! It's Time to Rock Your Crazy Socks!
It's Show Week! Come out this week and support the Stallion Repertory Theatre as they present their spring musical, Curtains. Thursday night is opening night! Click on the picture below to purchase your tickets!
The Athletic Booster Club needs you!
Spring Sports & Yearbook Updates from Ms. Padgett. Emal apadgett@rhmail.org with any questions.
Spring Sports Pictures will be held on Wednesday, March 29 after school. Athletes should report to the football stadium by 4:15, and in uniform. View the PDF document for more information.
*Order pictures online here* https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/
Order your yearbook TODAY! We still have about 100 copies left!
https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/about-yearbooks
Dress Code Reminders as the Weather Gets Warmer!
Review the entire 2022-2023 Student Handbook Here!
DRESS CODE POLICY JICA
District board policy states that the board reserves the right to bar from school students whose personal appearance is disruptive to the educational process and orderly operation of the school. Discretion to formulate reasonable dress codes is left to the school administration. Parents are strongly urged to pay particular attention to the cleanliness, modesty, and appropriateness of their child’s attire.
In order to carry out this policy, the administration has adopted the following guidelines regarding dress. These rules should cover the vast majority of situations that might arise; however, the administration reserves the right to make decisions regarding the appropriateness of any item not specifically covered in this policy. The provision of this policy applies to all students, regardless of sex.
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
In order to provide a school climate that is optimally beneficial to ALL of our students, we must consider any element of distraction that may deter us from that goal. The sole intent is to eliminate elements of distraction from the daily mission of the school...teaching and learning. School should be an environment of dignity and respect, and the dress of those attending should be respectful in that regard. School is also a “minds-on” activity, requiring student minds to be focused on giving attention to matters of educational importance.
We ask for the support of our students, parents, and community in helping us create an educational environment of dignity and respect…even though it may require a little more change for some than others.
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Students out of dress code will be required to immediately change into attire aligned with the dress code or report to and remain in ISS until proper attire is obtained.
Pants/Shorts/Skirts/Skorts: Pants, shorts, skirts/skorts must be worn at the waistline. No sagging (wearing of outer pants, shorts, etc. below the waist) will be allowed. Shorts, skirts/skorts, and splits in shorts/skirts must not be more than 4 inches above the knee. Boxer shorts may not be worn as outside clothing. Yoga pants, biker shorts, leggings, and jeggings must be worn with a shirt or dress that is no more than four inches above the knee. Pants/shorts/skirts/skorts that have been intentionally or unintentionally tattered, torn, or have holes in them four inches above the knee and exposed skin are not allowed. No clothing that is see-through is allowed.
Shirts/Blouses/Dresses: All shirts/jerseys, though recommended to be tucked in, can be worn untucked provided the length of the garment does not extend past the fingertips of the person wearing the garment. Blouses, shirts or dresses should be worn as the designer intended provided they do not expose the undergarments, midriff and/or cleavage, while seated or standing. Dresses must not be more than four inches above the knee. If questionable, measurements will be taken. Jackets, sweatshirts, sweaters, cardigans, or other layered clothing will be permitted over appropriate shirts/blouses meeting code requirements.
Shoes: All students must wear shoes for reasons of safety and health. Shoes must be worn as the manufacturer intended. No bedroom or house shoes are allowed.
Accessories:
Full head coverings including, but not limited to bonnets, durags, bandannas, etc. ARE NOT ALLOWED AT SCHOOL and may not be worn under hoodies.
Hats may be worn in the hallways. It is up to the discretion of each individual teacher if hats may be worn in the classroom.
Sunglasses may not be worn in the buildings or classrooms.
Curlers, combs, and picks may not be worn in the hair.
Jewelry with spikes is not permitted. This includes chokers, wristbands, dog leashes, chains, etc.
Items that could be used as a weapon may not be worn or brought to school.
All items that violate dress code policy will be confiscated.
Miscellaneous:
Clothing and/or accessories that advertise drugs, alcohol, weapons, anything suggestively profane, obscene, racial, or gang/neighborhood-related may not be worn or brought to school. The school administration will determine and communicate what clothing may or may not be worn.
Appropriate undergarments must be worn but not visible.
Pajamas and similar loungewear may not be worn. To include bedroom shoes or slippers.
Deliberately tattered or torn clothing with holes exposing skin 4 or more inches above the knee may not be worn.
See-through garments including, but not limited to shirts or blouses, tights, and jeggings may not be worn.
Team uniforms not meeting school dress code guidelines cannot be worn during the school day unless wind suits are worn.
Students enrolled in programs at the Applied Technology Center (or other sites) will dress according to their school guidelines.
Students are required to wear I.D.s so that they are properly displayed and visible at all times.
Blankets or additional body covering are not permitted at school and will be confiscated.
Head garment affixed to the hair may be acceptable or may not depend on the way it is worn as a hair garment.
Hair and makeup should not be so unusual as to be distracting. Hair and makeup should not disguise a student so they cannot be recognized (full face painting).Students can be asked to modify hair and makeup to be recognized.
Students out of dress code will be required to immediately change into attire aligned with the dress code or report to and remain in ISS until proper attire is obtained.
Updates from the School Counseling Department
9th Grade Job Shadow Day On Tuesday, March 28th freshmen have an opportunity to take a job shadow day. Students who would like to participate will need to secure their own job shadow site. Click here for more details and to access the forms. Students can also pick up forms in the Guidance Office.
USC Upstate Application Day
An admissions counselor from USC Upstate will be on campus Thursday, March 23rd to assist seniors with completing an application. The application fee will be waived. Students who meet the test optional requirements of a 3.0 or higher GPA & rank in the top 30% of the class will receive an admissions decision on the spot! Click here to sign up for an appointment.
Lander University Information Session
An admissions counselor from Lander University will be on campus for an information session on Wednesday, March 22nd. Juniors and seniors may sign up to attend. Click here to sign up to attend the session.
College of Charleston, Clemson, UofSC Information Session
The College of Charleston, Clemson, and the University of South Carolina invite current juniors and their family to attend a virtual student information session on March 28th, 29th, or 30th. The purpose of these sessions is for students to learn more about these schools and prepare for the admissions process. Click here to register for a session.
Senior Job Fair
Seniors looking to go straight into the workforce after graduation or who are staying in the area for college and looking for employment while going to school should consider attending the senior job fair on March 29th. Click here for the list of companies attending and to sign up.
4-H Pinckney Leadership Conference
The 4-H Pinckney Leadership Conference is geared toward rising 10th and 11th grade students who are interested in youth leadership development. Students have an opportunity to participate in a weeklong experience at Clemson University learning how to become a stronger leader, positive role model, and an inspiration to other students. There are two opportunities for students to participate, June 18-24 and July 10-16. Click here for more information and to apply.
SC Chamber of Commerce Business Week
The SC Chamber of Commerce Business Week is being held July 16-21. SC Business Week provides rising 11th and 12th grade students an opportunity to interact with and learn about business through a hands-on experience. This program is meant to contribute to the preparation of young adults for the business environment by introducing them to the principles of leadership, teamwork and the American free enterprise system while promoting self-reliance, individual responsibility and entrepreneurship. Deadline to apply is April 30th. Click here for more information and to apply.
Upcoming ACT/SAT Test Dates
ACT - Click here to register.
April 15th - Registration Deadline March 10th
June 10th - Registration Deadline May 5th
SAT - Click here to register.
May 6th - Registration Deadline April 7th
Scholarship Opportunities
March scholarship deadlines are approaching. Seniors should review the SPHS Scholarship Newsletter regularly for new scholarship postings.
Make Up School Will Be Held on Tuesday and Thursday (4-7pm) and Saturday (8-4) this week! Please contact Mrs. Jennings (ljenning@rhmail.org) with any questions.
From RHSD: Annual Review of Medicaid
Dear Rock Hill Schools Family,
Rock Hill Schools has been notified by Medicaid that the annual review process for Medicaid eligibility will resume starting on April 1, 2023. If your child is receiving services through Medicaid, please read the attached flier and complete the required steps as soon as possible so your child’s Medicaid coverage will continue.
What You Can Do Now
Have you moved or changed your phone number in the last couple of years? If so, please take a moment to make sure the state has your current contact info. You can update your contact info in one of a few ways:
- Visit apply.scdhhs.gov. Select the “Change of address tool”
- Call 888-549-0820 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Friday
- Visit your local eligibility office.
If you receive an annual review form, complete it fully and clearly. Then return the form by the date listed. Use one of the options below.
Online – Use the document upload tool at apply.scdhhs.gov
Fax – (888) 820-1204
Email – 8888201204@fax.scdhhs.gov
Mail – SCDHHS Central Mail, PO Box 100101, Columbia, SC 29202
In-person – Visit scdhhs.gov for a list of local eligibility offices
Visit www.scdhhs.gov/annualreviews for the latest info.