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Collins High School
February 2, 2018
Progress Reports Are Going Home Today
Volunteers Needed:
Feb 5:
1st period
5th period
7th period
Feb 8:
2nd period
3rd period
4th period
5th period
7th period
The students would really like for you to come in an actually grade their work with a rubric that they have created. If you can join us one class period or all of them, we need your help! Please email Leesa Stivers at Leesa.Stivers@shelby.kyschools.us
Box Tops Update:
The next deadline to turn in Box Tops is Feb. 23rd. So starting clipping away and please get them turned in by the due date. Hoping to raise much needed funds to help support the youth here at Collins H. S.
Thanks for your support. YSC staff
Graduation Orders:
Orders will be due on Wednesday, February 7th.
If you did not receive a packet at the senior seminar, please stop by the main office today and pick one up!
Hiding In Plain Sight Program:
Tuesday, February 27, 2018
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: The Blair Center- Southside Elementary
Complimentary dinner will be served. Please RSVP by calling 502-647-1160 ext. 41268 or email Leesa.Stivers@shelby.kyschools.us
Space is Limited so register today!
Grandparent Lunch Rescheduled:
West Middle Boys Soccer Tryouts:
West Middle Boys
Soccer Tryouts
Tryouts: February 20th – for 6th graders only 3:45 to 5:45
February 22nd – for 7th and 8th graders only 3:45 to 5:45
February 23rd – for everyone who made the first cut 3:45 to 5:45
For tryouts you will need a current physical, size 5 soccer ball, tennis shoes (make sure to bring in case we are in the gym), shin guards covered with soccer socks, water bottle, and cleats - if you have them. If it is above 32 degrees and dry then we will try to have tryouts outside so please dress accordingly. If we cannot go outside then we will have tryouts in the gym. Everyone is responsible to have a ride here by no later than 5:45.
The final team will be announced after try outs February 23rd. Everyone who made the team will practice after school on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays – maybe even a few Fridays. Practice will begin February 26th. There will be a mandatory parents meeting Tuesday February 27th , @ 5:30 in the cafeteria please mark your calendars – every player has to have a parent at the meeting.
The season will begin March 1st . The conference tournament will be the first week in May hosted by Oldham Co. Once the season begins we will play almost every Tuesday and Thursday and practice Mondays – maybe a Friday if needed. There are no games or practices scheduled for Spring Break.
If you have any questions please feel free to call 633-4869.
AP Registration Is Still Open:
Students may register for their AP exams starting Friday, December 1, 2017- February 16, 2018. Students will register online through our Total Registration site: www.TotalRegistration.net/AP/182400
This site allows students to pay with a debit or credit card, or a check. The cost per exam is $98.00. If you are on Free and Reduced lunch stop by and see Mrs. Settles or Mrs. Purdom for more information on how to register. Students new to AP must register on the site and create an account. If students have account trouble or cannot remember a password, send them to me. If you would like help with showing your students how to navigate the site, please let me know. We have been using this registration method for about six years, so most of our students are used to it and will just need to log in and register for the exams. If you have any questions about this process, please do not hesitate to let me know.
Melissa Settles
Guidance Counselor
Grades 10-12 | last names M-Z
O- 502-647—1160 | F- 502-647-1161
Reading Gala Information for Seniors:
The Senior Reading Gala will be on Thursday, April 12th from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. The Reading Gala is a “Pathway to Graduation” project, and ALL seniors at Martha Layne Collins High School are expected to participate in this event. Participants in the Gala select from a list of book choices, check out the book from the MLCHS Library, and have about 6 weeks to read the book. On the afternoon of the Gala, all seniors meet in the MLCHS Library for refreshments, and then students will break into their book discussion groups. The Senior Reading Gala is a tradition at Collins High School, and is an event that is enjoyable and enriching for all participants. Book Selection Day will be on Friday, March 2nd , so all seniors should be at school in order to get the book of their choice. If you have any questions about the Senior Reading Gala, please contact Mrs. Beth Jones, MLCHS Library Media Specialist.
e-mail: beth.jones@shelby.kyschools.us
phone number: 502-647-1160 Ext. 41282Upcoming Events:
CALENDAR THIS WEEK:
F, 2/2: Sweat Pants Day (Junior Class Fundraiser) – Collection in 1st Period
Progress Reports Sent Home – 7th Period
F/JV/V Girls Basketball vs. Spencer County – HOME – 6 p.m.
JV/V Boys Basketball @ St. X – 6 p.m.
S, 2/3: Track @ Vandy Indoor – 8 a.m.
JV/V Girls Basketball vs. Madison Central – HOME – 12 Noon
F Boys Basketball @ District Tournament – TBA
JV/V Boys Basketball @ Bullitt – 6/7:45 p.m.
Torch Prep- ACT Help:
Dear Parents and Students,
College is around the corner, and the ACT® test is a critical next step. We are offering our students the opportunity to partner with TorchPrep, an innovative test training program that helps students unlock their highest potential ACT® score. With colleges more selective and expensive than ever, an investment in your student’s ACT® score is an investment in their future.
Whether you’re trying to get into the college of your choice or secure scholarship money, TorchPrep will help! Seats are limited, so check out their website and find the right help for you.
Why TorchPrep?
TorchPrep increases ACT® scores
TorchPrep works around your busy schedule
From academic rigor to test anxiety…TorchPrep takes care of it all
TorchPrep courses are high-energy and engaging
All TorchPrep Courses Include
* 30 hours of Training * 4 Full-Length Simulated Tests * Customized Study Plan *
* TorchPrep Training Manual * Testing Watch * Guaranteed Results *
Course preparing for March 20th ACT® test
5-WEEK BOOTCAMP // COLLINS HIGH SCHOOL
Nine Total Sessions:
Thursdays: 2/15/18, 2/22/18, 3/1/18, 3/8/18, 3/15/18 6PM-9PM
Saturdays: 2/17/18, OFF, 3/3/18, 3/10/18, 3/17/18 10AM-2PM
Early Registration Deadline: 2/5/2018
888.382.8174
Family Game Night:
WMS and Collins H.S. are so excited to host a Family Game Night, February 15th from 6:00 – 8:30pm in the cafeteria, based on our Too Good for Drugs Program.
Free Dinner for the whole family vsponcosrd by the Too Good For Drugs Program.
Speaker, Mark Moore, to give valuable information to parents
Game Stations
Door prizes including FAC Family pass, plus many others
Why is it very important to have parental involvement….
· The most accurate predictor of a student’s achievement in school is not income or social status, but the extent to which that student’s family is able to (1) create a home environment that encourages learning; (2) communicate high, yet reasonable, expectations for their children’s achievement and future careers; and (3) become involved in their children’s education at school and in the community.
· Student behaviors such as alcohol use, violence, and anti-social behavior decrease as parent involvement increases.
· Students are more likely to fall behind in academic performance if their parents do not participate in school events, develop a working relationship with their child's educators, or keep up with what is happening in their child's school.
· The benefits of involving parents are not confined to the early years; there are significant gains at all ages and grade levels.
· Middle and senior high school students whose parents remain involved make better transitions, maintain the quality of their work, and develop realistic plans for their future. Students whose parents are not involved, on the other hand, are more likely to drop out of school.
· When parents are involved, students achieve more, regardless of socio-economic status, ethnic/racial background, or the parents’ education level.
· When parents are involved in their student’s education, those students have higher grades and test scores, better attendance, and complete homework more consistently.
· When parents are involved, students exhibit more positive attitudes and behavior, increased motivation and better self esteem.
· Students whose parents are involved in their lives have higher graduation rates and greater enrollment rates in post-secondary education.
PLEASE PLEASE sign up to come and participate in this fun family night!!! We want to have enough food for the night, so please email one of us to sign up Rachael.page@shelby.kyschools.us or Leesa.Stivers@shelby.kyschools.us
To sign up, please email me with your
o Parents name and your WMS/CHS students name
o WMS/CHS students grade
o How many in your family plan on coming!!
Let’s make this a very successful night!!
Parenting Tips:
Need some help in talking with your teens about difficult topics? Or do you want to set guideline on technology, but don't know where to start? Here is a resource for Parenting Cue Cards. Please click on this link to view these helpful Parenting Cue Cards:
Girls Soccer Tryouts for West Middle School:
Girls Soccer try-outs for West will be on February 15th and 16th until 5:30. Girls need to ride the bus over from Collins to West. They need to have a copy of their sports physical, shin guards, ball, and outdoor and indoor shoes and clothes. Please ask questions to Coach Beville.
Bojangles Now Hiring:
For more information, stop by and see Mrs.Stivers in the Youth Services Center.
Alive at 25 Certificates:
Juniors
Staff Spotlight: KEITH GRAMIG ROTC INSTRUCTOR
What three traits define you?
Leader, Friendly, and Team Player
Where did you attend college?
Eastern Kentucky University – BS in Criminal Justice
What are you listening to/reading these days?
Tom Clancey books
What is your favorite food?
Roast with potatoes and carrots
How many states have you visited in the USA? What was your favorite state?
I have been to all of the Western, Midwest, and Southern states. I have also been to Hawaii and Alaska. My favorite state is Hawaii. I love the tropical air and the warm weather.
What’s the weirdest job you’ve ever had?
I was a cook at Wendys.
What is your favorite type of music? Favorite Band/Artist?
I like Bluegrass music and old classical Rock and Roll.
My favorite artist for Bluegrass in Rhonda Vincent and the Rage
My favorite artist for Rock and Roll is Bad Company.
Where is your favorite color?
Green
What is your favorite thing to do?
I love to play golf.
Who is your biggest inspiration?
My biggest inspiration would be my Mimi and Papaw because of their love and support throughout my career.
What restaurant would you recommend to others?
Ruth Chris Steakhouse in Louisville
Which one would you want most – flying cars, robot housekeepers, or moon cities?
Flying cars
Tell us about your family. Do you have any pets? What kind?
We are a military family. I spent 26 years in the military. I am originally from Louisville and I currently reside in Shelbyville.
I have been married to my lovely wife, MaryAnn, for 31 years. We have 2 sons and 1 daughter. I also have a daughter-in-law and a son-in-law.
We have 2 dogs. We have a German Shepherd named Ranger and a Beagle named Daisy. We also have a German Shepherd named Ranger and a Beagle named Daisy. We also have a cat named Norman.
If you could do another job for just one day, what would it be?
I would be a police officer or a detective.
Tell us something that might surprise us about you.
I like to farm. I am currently raising hay and I hope to have cattle in the near future.
What is your favorite holiday?
My favorite holiday is Christmas.
What is your favorite thing about working at Collins High School?
I love mentoring students and watching them grow and mature throughout their high school career
FCCLA News:
Female Senior Athlete:
Sweatpants:
Kentucky Farm Bureau's Scholarship:
Applications for Kentucky Farm Bureau's College Scholarships available now
Louisville, Kentucky (January 18, 2018) - With high school seniors beginning their last semesters, thoughts turn to the future. For many students, this means college – and finding a way to pay for tuition. Later this spring, the KFB Education Foundation will award college scholarships ranging from $400 to $4,000 to 95 high school seniors pursuing a four-year degree.
To be considered, students must complete the application available for download atkyfb.com/scholarships and return the requested material to KFB postmarked by February 28, 2018. Qualifying students will have at least a 3.5 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) or a minimum 23 ACT score, be the child of a KFB member, and finish high school within the year in which they apply.
KFB also offers additional scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to $3,000. To be considered for these college scholarships, students must meet the varied criteria outlined for each, complete the appropriate downloadable application available at kyfb.com/scholarships and return the requested material to KFB postmarked by April 28, 2018.
"The Foundation's goal is to assist as many individuals as possible in attaining their educational pursuits," said David S. Beck, Executive Vice President of Kentucky Farm Bureau. "Post-secondary education costs continue to rise and Farm Bureau scholarships help defray some of the expenses associated with obtaining a degree. There is no better investment for the organization than to invest in our members and their children."
KFB's Education Foundation, created to help Farm Bureau members and their families reach their goal of obtaining post-secondary education, was formed in 1953. During the last 64 years, the Education Foundation has awarded thousands of scholarships – worth nearly three million dollars – to both traditional and non-traditional students.
To learn more about these and several other college scholarships offered by Kentucky Farm Bureau, visitkyfb.com/scholarships.
USDA National Scholars Program:
USDA/1890 National Scholars Program for the 1890 Historically Black Land Grant Universities. The program will provide full tuition, employment, employee benefits, fees, books, and room and board each year for up to 4 years (emphasis mine) to selected students pursuing a bachelor's degree at the universities listed below. The goal of the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program is to increase the number of minorities studying agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, and the related disciplines. All USDA/1890 National Scholars are required to compete for appropriate employment immediately after graduation and, if selected, commit to at least one year of service to USDA for each year of financial assistance provided. The application deadline is 1/31/2018. Thanks, Commissioner Whatley, for informing us of this wonderful opportunity.
Subjects one can study:
- Agriculture
- Agricultural Business/Management
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Engineering/Mechanics
- Agricultural Production and Technology
- Agronomy or Crop Science
- Animal Sciences
- Botany
- Food Sciences/Technology
- Forestry and Related Sciences
- Home Economics/Nutrition
- Horticulture
- Natural Resources Management
- Soil Conservation/Soil Science
- Farm and Range Management
- Other related disciplines, (e.g. non-medical biological sciences, pre-veterinary medicine, computer science)
Schools at which one can matriculate:
- Alabama A&M University
- Alcorn State University, Mississippi
- Central State University, Ohio
- Delaware State University
- Florida A&M University
- Fort Valley State University, Georgia
- Kentucky State University
- Langston University, Oklahoma
- Lincoln University, Missouri
- North Carolina A&T State University
- Prairie View A&M University, Texas
- South Carolina State University
- Southern University, Louisiana
- Tennessee State University
- Tuskegee University, Alabama
- University of Arkansas Pine Bluff
- University of Maryland Eastern Shore
- Virginia State University
- West Virginia State University
https://www.outreach.usda.gov/ education/1890/index.htm
Lynn Johnson
Program Director - Black Achievers
Chestnut Street Family YMCA
YMCA OF GREATER LOUISVILLE
930 West Chestnut Street, Louisville, KY 40203
(P) 502 587 7405 (M) 502 664 4376 (F) 502 587 2399
(E) ljohnson@ymcalouisville.org (W) ymcalouisville.org
Robotics Booster Club:
MLCHS HOSA Presents: HEART NIGHT:
Monday, February 12TH 6:00 – 7:30 PM
There is no better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than by learning about your
heart! Elementary school scientists are invited to learn about the structure and
function of the heart alongside of MLCHS Biomedical Science students.
Activities include:
• A guided sheep heart dissection
• Monitoring changes in heart rate
• Making anatomically correct Valentine’s Day cards
Student’s Name: __________________________________ Grade: _________
Parent’s Name: ____________________________________ Phone #: ___________________
Includes pizza, drink, and dessert
• Email registration to kristin.howell@shelby.kyschools.us
• Or, drop off or mail to Martha Layne Collins High School
801 Discovery Blvd
Shelbyville, KY 40065
• Make checks payable to MLCHS HOSA
• Pre-register by February 9th to reserve your spot
Public Health Preview Day:
Public Health Preview Day
Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
UofL School of Public Health & Information Sciences
485 E. Gray Street, Louisville, KY 40202
Public Health Preview Day is a chance for you to learn about undergraduate and graduate degree programs in public health. We’ll roll out the (Cardinal) red carpet for you!
§ Get your application fee waived. § Tour campus. § Meet current students. § Learn more about public health. § Get a t-shirt & other UofL swag. § Interact with faculty and staff. § Meet with experts about financial aid, housing, and other services. § Meals provided.
Public Health Preview Day is free, but registration is required.
Space is limited. Deadline is Monday, Feb. 19.
Questions? Contact Tammi A. Thomas
tammi.thomas@louisville.edu
IU Southeast Open House:
OPEN HOUSE IU SOUTHEAST
March 10, 2018
10 a.m.–1 p.m.
University Center North
Get your future in gear at IU Southeast. Learn more
about:
• ADMISSIONS
• ACADEMICS
• FINANCIAL AID
Campus tours will be offered every half hour. Parking is
free on campus during the open house.
Reservations are welcome, but not required. RSVP by
phone (812-941-2212) or online at ius.edu/open-house
• HOUSING
• STUDENT SERVICES
• CAMPUS LIFE
The mission of Martha Layne Collins High School is to graduate every student college and/or career ready through positive collaboration, systems of support, and a commitment to excellence for all.
Family Resource and Youth Services Center
Kendra Hayes, Clerk
Email: Leesa.stivers@shelby.kyschools.us
Location: 801 Discovery Boulevard, Shelbyville, KY, United States
Phone: 502647-1160