The Blue & Gold
January 18, 2015 - Volume 2, Issue 19
Buckhorn High School
Athletic Director, Mr. David Carroll
Assistant Principal, Mr. Frankie Davidson
Assistant Principal, Ms. April McCutcheon
Curriculum Specialist, Mrs. Sarah Fanning
Email: ssullins@madison.k12.al.us
Website: https://www.madison.k12.al.us/Schools/bhs
Location: 4123 Winchester Road, New Market, AL, United States
Phone: 256-851-3300
Facebook: facebook.com/buckhornhighschool
Twitter: @buckhorn_high
Online Newsletter Navigation Tips
Note: External webpages and websites are provided as a courtesy, and are not controlled by Buckhorn High School or the Madison County School System. If you find inaccurate or inappropriate information, please contact Ms. Suzanne Sullins immediately. Our full disclaimer can be found at the end of this newsletter. Thank you!
Student Wi-Fi @ Buckhorn High!
It is strongly recommended that parents go over the Acceptable Usage Policy AGAIN with their child(ren). You can access the MCBOE Code of Conduct HERE. The Acceptable Usage Policy can be found on pages 15-19. (The page numbers listed are the printed page numbers at the bottom of each page, not the online page number you see as you are scrolling).
Please Note: The section titled “Electronic Communication Devices" found on page 14, will need to be revised to reflect that the BHS administration/teachers ARE ALLOWING students to use their own devices for school-related activities and assignments. All other information in this section still applies and students CAN lose this privilege.
***Buckhorn High School and the MCBOE assume no responsibility for data overage charges, theft, loss, or damage to any personal/wireless communication device.***
The Week Ahead...
19 (M) Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday - No School
19 (M) Indoor Track, Martin Luther King Jr. Invitational, Birmingham, Alabama
19 (M) Varsity Wrestling, Dick Clem Invitational, Bob Jones High School, 8AM
20 (T) Basketball vs. MCHS, HOME, JVG/JVB-4:30PM, FB/VG-6PM, VB-7:30PM
21 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
21-23 Scoliosis Screening, 9th Grade Only
22 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
23 (F) Safety Club / Red Cross, Blood Drive, Library, 8AM-2PM
23 (F) Spanish Club's Nacho Day, During Break, $2.00
23 (F) Basketball @ Huntsville, FB/JVG-4:30PM, JVB/VG-6PM, VB-7:30PM
23-24 Varsity Wrestling, Barry Mask Invitational, Cramton Bowl Montgomery, 9AM
24 (S) MS/JV Wrestling, Tournament, Bob Jones High School, TBA
24 (S) Cruisin' the Road to Success, Calhoun Community College, 8AM-12:30PM
Attention Honor Students
If you have earned an A and/or B average for each subject during the first semester, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. would like to recognize you at their annual 2014 Honor’s Convocation. Complete the application and have it signed by your parent/guardian. Return your completed application to Mrs. Gordon, in the guidance department by January 20, 2015. Students that participate in this program during all four years of high school will be acknowledged as a Four-Year Delta Scholar. All Four-Year Delta Scholars could possibly receive a book stipend for college.
Lady Bucks Softball Boston Butts and Ribs Fundraiser
Orders are due by January 20th and will be ready for pick up on January 31st. See any softball player, Coach Rauls, or Coach Pelle to place an order.
All checks must be made payable to Buckhorn High School. Please put your phone number on your check.
Scoliosis Screening
The goal of this program is that children having spinal deformities be detected early and placed under medical care before serious disability and deformity occur. The program is designed to screen children at school and to teach students and their parents about spinal deformities. Scoliosis, the medical term for lateral curvature of the spine, is a common disorder. Between 5 and 10 percent of schoolchildren have spinal curves. It is slightly more common in girls than boys and has its onset usually about ages 10 to 12. About 85 percent of curves are idiopathic (of unknown origin), although there appears to be a strong familial tendency in the idiopathic group.
In addition to scoliosis, kyphosis or “humpback,” and lordosis, sometimes referred to as “swayback,” can be seen in the same age groups to be screened. Kyphosis and lordosis are much less common than scoliosis. Although most curvatures are of minor consequences, progressive spinal deformity may lead to crippling spine deformity and heart and lung problems; therefore, early detection and treatment are essential. When detected early, treatment with a brace may prevent the progression of the deformity and may prevent the need for surgery. When detected late, surgery may be necessary.
Spinal deformities in the early years often go undetected because of their painless onset. Unless the condition is severe, it will not be visible to parents or others in the fully clothed child. Parents cannot be expected to detect the curve at an early state. Early detection, however, can be accomplished by mass screening of the critical age groups by trained personnel. Therefore, all schoolchildren in Grades 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 (ages 11 through 14), including special education students, should be screened once a year for this potential problem.
If you have any questions, please contact Nurse McFarlen: lmcfarlen@madison.k12.al.us
( Source: Alabama Schools Scoliosis Screening Program Procedures Manual )
Cruisin’ the Road to Success
Featuring Dr. Kreslyn Kelly-Ellis, President/CEO at Premier Leadership Academy
EWTC offers young women in grades 9-12 from all over North Alabama the exciting opportunity to acquire the skills they need for planning their college educations and careers. The conference will include topics such as budgeting and financial aid; applications and career counseling; professional etiquette and much more!
Date/Time:
Saturday January 24th, 2015 from 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Calhoun Community College Student Center
102 Wynn Drive NW Huntsville, AL 35805
To register please visit http://ewihsv.org/
Cost: $15/attendant
Online yearbooks orders: http://bit.ly/1F7JAZZ.
YEARBOOK ORDER Deadline: February 12, 2015
Price will go up to $80.00 after 02/12/15
NEW this year: Design your own senior ad!
Purchase and design your ad at the following link: http://bit.ly/1wQYL3k
Deadline EXTENDED for SENIOR ADS: February 12, 2015
Please email any questions to Mrs. Christina Krentel: ckrentel@madison.k12.al.us.
Be Sure to Check Out Our New Web Site!
Mr. Frankie Davidson
Buckhorn Basketball, 1987 - 1991
Mr. Frankie Davidson, BHS Assistant Principal, was recently elected to the 2015 class of the Huntsville-Madison County Athletic Hall of Fame. Mr. Davidson will be honored with eleven other athletes during this year's 23rd annual Hall of Fame Induction Banquet on Monday, April 13, at the North Hall of the Von Braun Center.
Mr. Davidson is the first Buckhorn High School alumnus to receive this prestigious honor. Some of his basketball accomplishments include:
- Two-time All-County MVP (1990, 1991)
- Two-time All-State player (1990, 1991)
- All-State Honorable Mention (1989)
- Led Buckhorn to a 29-2 record in the 1990-91 season
- The Bucks won the state championship on Mr. Davidson's two free throws
Mr. Davidson graduated from Athens State with a B.S. in Physical Education. He earned two Masters degrees from Alabama A&M University: Special Education/Learning Disabilities and Education Administration. He recently earned an Education Specialist degree in Education Administration from Alabama A&M University.
Congratulations Mr. Davidson, we are very proud of you! #BuckPride
Shannon Uhl
Congratulations to Shannon Uhl for receiving a Spirit of Auburn Presidential Scholarship!! Shannon scored a 34 on the ACT and has a 4.5 GPA. She is a member of the Buck Nation News Broadcasting Team, an AP scholar, a National Honor Society member, and is a team captain of the Varsity Girls Soccer team.
Spirit of Auburn Scholarships are awarded among Alabama resident students from October to February, based on academic achievement as demonstrated by standardized test scores and high school GPA. These four year, renewable scholarships are awarded at three levels: Presidential, Founders, and University.
The Spirit of Auburn Presidential Scholarship is the highest level scholarship offered to incoming freshman. The scholarship requires a score of 32-36 on the ACT or 1400-1600 on the SAT score and a minimum 3.5 high school GPA for consideration. Shannon will receive tuition for all four years and a $1,000 technology stipend!
Way to go Shannon!!!
Lauren Zito
Catherine Coffey
( Picture via Twitter | LadyBucks_SB )
Chelsea Corbin
( Picture via Twitter | LadyBucks_SB )
Michela Keel
( Picture via Twitter | Buckhorn Golf Team )
Safety Club Meets to Prepare for Blood Drive
Safety Club Sponsor
1995 Basketball State Champions Honored
#34-Chauncey Ford
Surprise Pep Rally for Rowan Scott!
very special, surprise pep rally for Rowan. WHNT was there to capture the event.
Check out the video below. You can also follow Rowan's journey on Facebook.
Buckhorn High School wishes Rowan a speedy recovery! She is an inspiration to us all!!
The wrestling team will also be selling candy grams for $2.00 and flower grams for $3.00. All grams will be delivered on Friday, February 13th.
Enjoy the City Coupon Books - $20
Preview the entire coupon book HERE and see how you can save hundreds of dollars instantly! To purchase a coupon book, please email Ms. Suzanne Sullins: ssullins@madison.k12.al.us
Thank you for your support! Go Bucks!
BHS JROTC MEMORIAL PROJECT
As a result of the many generous donations, we have completed the Veterans Memorial Wall. The Memorial Wall honors all veterans, especially those from the New Market community and Madison County area.
We have received donations totaling over $16,000.00 in cash or material from Buckhorn High School, the Buckhorn High School Class of 2013, Buckhorn JROTC, District 1 Commissioner, Mr. Roger Jones, the Madison County Schools System, Jenkins Brick, Sequatchie Concrete, Alabama Flag & Banner, Clark Memorials & the First Baptist Church of New Market.
We still need your help:
We still need an additional $8,300.00 to finish paying for the bronze Branch/Service Seals, the bronze lettering for the memorial wall, and the red and tan pavers that surround the wall.
You can help:
Please click the link to access the Veterans Memorial (VM) Donor Form. Please print the form and mail your contribution to Buckhorn H.S. JROTC. With donations of $100.00 or more, we will engrave a red brick paver with your veteran loved one's name and other information you choose to put on the brick paver. These pavers will surround the base of the memorial.
Your donation is tax deductible & we will mail you a receipt. Thank you again for your continued support.
Please address questions/comments to:
LTC (Ret) Robert Hartley, Senior Army Instructor
Buckhorn High School
4123 Winchester Road
New Market, AL 35761
Office Phone: (256) 851-3303 | Cell phone: (256) 508-5067
Email: rhartley@madison.k12.al.us
2nd Set of Brick Pavers Will Be Ordered in Late January
Pavers cost $100.00 for a 4X8 red brick paver (reserved for veteran's inscribed information only) or $200.00 for a 8X8 beige brick paver (inscribed with veteran's information or other civilian sponsor's information).
More detailed information can be found on the Veterans Memorial (VM) donor form also on the Buckhorn High School web site under the “Memorial Project” icon or call/e-mail LTC (Ret) Robert Hartley at (256) 851-3303 or rhartley@madison.k12.al.us.
Thank You Dr. Steve L. Sullins
Dr. Sullins and his optical technicians work hard to bring their patients the latest in fashion and specialty frame lines. Leading designers from around the world have taken eye glass frames to a whole new level. No longer do frames get in the way of being fashionable - instead they are the height of fashion. Let Sullins Eye Care help you make your next fashion statement with frame lines and/or sunglasses by: Anne Klein, Aspex, Autoflex, bebe, Brooks Brothers, Chesterfield, Coach, Costa Del Mar, Dana Buchman, Disney, Dolce & Gabbana, EasyClip, Flexon, Fossil, J.LO, JOE Joseph Abboud, Kate Spade, Koali, Lilly Pulitzer, Marchon, Maui Jim, Nike, Nine West, Oakley, Original Penguin, Otis & Piper, Polo, Ralph Lauren, Ray-Ban, Saks Fifth Avenue, Sight for Students, Silhouette, Ted Baker, Tommy Bahama, Tres Jolie ,Tura, Vera Wang, Vogue Eyewear, and more!!
Dr. Sullins has two offices, conveniently located in Madison and Huntsville. If you are in need of an excellent optometrist, for all your eye care needs, you can call either of his offices to set up an appointment. (Madison: 256.464.6670 | Huntsville: 256.880.1966)
For more information about Sullins Eye Care, please visit their website and social media sites:
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Upcoming Events & Activities
2014-15 MADISON COUNTY SCHOOLS' CALENDAR
JANUARY
27 (T) 3-Week Progress Report
27 (T) Archery, Buckhorn Middle School
27 (T) Basketball @ Hazel Green, JVG/JVB-4:30PM, FB/VG-6PM, VB-7:30PM
28 (W) Scholars' Team, County Competition 1, All Teams, Career Academy, 2:45-5:30PM
28 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
29 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
29 (TH) National Honor Society, Induction Ceremony, BHS Cafeteria, 6PM
29 (TH) Basketball vs. Scottsboro, HOME, JVG/JVB-4:30PM, FB/VG-6PM, VB-7:30PM
31 (S) MS/JV Wrestling, Tournament, Scottsboro, TBA
FEBRUARY
2 (M) Basketball @ Austin, JVG-4PM, FB-4:30PM, JVB-5:30PM, VG-6PM, VB-7:30PM
2-6 National School Counseling Week
4 (W) National Signing Day (Football / Soccer / Track&Field / Cross Country)
4 (W) Scholars' Team, County Competition 2, All Teams, Career Academy, 2:45-5:30PM
4 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
5 (TH) Archery, New Market Elementary School
5 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
5-9 VG/VB Basketball Area Tournament, TBD
6-7 Indoor Track, Alabama Indoor Track & Field State Meet, Birmingham, Alabama
6-7 Varsity Wrestling, Sectionals, TBA
7 (SA) ACT Test
9 (M) JVB Soccer vs. Westminster Christian-6PM
10 (T) ACT WorkKeys Test
10 (T) Soccer vs. Columbia, VB-4:30PM, VG-6:30PM
11 (W) Scholars' Team, County Competition 3, All Teams, Career Academy, 2:45-5:30PM
11 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
12 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
12 (TH) Choir, Coffee & Cake Valentine's Showcase, TBA
13 (F) Varsity Scholars' Team, ASCA's District Tournament, TBA
13 (F) Teacher Professional Development (1/2 Day for Students)
13-14 Varsity Wrestling, AHSAA State Tournament, TBA
14 (S) King of Hearts Dance, BHS Cafeteria, Tickets - $15.00 each or 2 for $25.00
16 (M) Presidents' Day Holiday
16 (M) Softball @ Oxford, JV-2:30PM, V-4PM
17 (T) Soccer vs. Arab, VG-5PM, VB-7PM
18 (W) Scholars' Team, County Competition 4, All Teams, Career Academy, 2:45-5:30PM
18 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
19 (TH) 6-Week Progress Report
19 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
19 (TH) Softball vs. HGHS, JV-4:30PM, V-6PM
19 (TH) VB Soccer vs. Lee High, 5PM
20-21 Softball, Trojan Classic, Sportsplex, TBA
23 (M) Softball @ Sparkman, JV-4:30, V-6PM
24 (T) ACT WorkKeys Make-Up Test
24 (T) Archery, New Hope Middle School
24 (T) Soccer @ Hazel Green, JVB/VG-4:30PM, VB-6:30PM
25 (W) Scholars' Team, County Competition 5, All Teams, Career Academy, 2:45-5:30PM
25 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
26 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
26 (TH) Softball vs. Scottsboro, V-4:30PM, JV-6PM
26 (TH) VB Soccer @ Butler, 5PM
27 (F) VB Soccer vs. Whitesburg Christian, 4:30PM
27-28 Softball, Decatur Invitational, Wilson Morgan Park
28 (S) JV Scholars' Team, ASCA State Championship, Hoover High School, B'ham, AL
MARCH
2 (M) JVB Soccer @MCHS, 5:30PM
3 (T) Softball @ Gadsden City, JV-4:30PM, V-6PM
3 (T) VB Soccer vs. Grissom, 5:30PM
4 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
5 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
5 (TH) Softball vs. Lawrence County, JV-6PM, V-4:30PM
5 (TH) Soccer @ MCHS, VG-5PM, VB-7PM
6 (F) Scholars' Team, County Tournament, All Teams, Central Office, All day
6-7 Softball, Wallace State Tournament, Cullman, AL
6-7 VG/VB Soccer, River City Shoot Out, Hartselle, AL, TBA
7 (S) Track & Field, Red Coat Invitational, Bob Jones High School
7 (S) Varsity Scholars' Team, ASCA's Regional Tournament, Arab Junior High
7 (S) Military Ball, TBA
8 (Su) Choir, Chamber Choir Masterwork Performance with Huntsville Youth Orchestra
8 (Su) Daylight Saving Time Begins (Move clocks forward one hour)
9 (M) Golf, VG/JVB vs. Sparkman @ Colonial
9-11 Drama, Dress Rehearsals, "A Midsummer's Night Dream"
10 (T) Golf, VB vs. Sparkman @ Colonial
10 (T) Softball vs. Grissom, JV-4:30PM, V-6PM, Student Day
10 (T) JVB Soccer @ West Limestone, 6PM
10 (T) VB Soccer @ Huntsville High, 7PM
10 (T) Choir, State Choral Performance Assessment
11 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
11 (W) VG Soccer vs. Florence
12 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
12 (TH) VG Golf, Yellow Jacket Invitational, RTJ Silverlakes
12 (TH) Softball vs. Sparkman, JV-6PM, V-4:30PM
12 (TH) Drama Performance, "A Midsummer's Night Dream", TBA
12-13 Archery, Regional Championship, Buckhorn Middle School
13 (F) End of Grading Period
13 (F) Soccer @ Gadsden City, VG-5:30PM, VB-7:30PM
13-14 JV Softball, Buckhorn JV Bash, TBA
13-14 JVB Soccer @ Westminster Christian Tournament
13 (F) Scholars' Team, Trivia Night, BHS Cafeteria, $20.00, mdean@madison.k12.al.us
13 (F) Drama Performance, "A Midsummer's Night Dream", TBA
14 (S) Pi Day
14 (S) Track & Field, Huntsville Panther Invitational, Milton Frank Stadium
14 (S) Drama Performance, "A Midsummer's Night Dream", TBA
16 (M) Soccer vs. Austin, VB-5PM, JVB-7PM
16 (M) Golf, VG/VB vs. HGHS, TBA
17 (T) Golf, VG/VB vs. MCHS, RTJ
17 (T) Softball @ Huntsville, JV-6PM, V-4:30PM
18 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
19 (TH) Report Cards
19 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
19 (TH) Softball @ HGHS, JV-4:30PM, V-6PM
19 (TH) VB Soccer vs. Butler, 5PM
20 (F) Track & Field, Cullman Classic, Cullman High School
20 (F) Soccer vs. Gadsden City, VG-5:30PM, VB-7:30PM
23-25 Softball, Gulf Coast Classic, Gulf Shores, AL, TBA
23-27 Spring Break
28 (S) Track & Field, James Clemens Invitational, James Clemens High School
30 (M) VB Golf, Patriot Invitational, The Ledges
30 (M) Softball vs. Pisgah, V-4:30PM, JV-6PM
30 (M) JVB Soccer vs. West Limestone, 5PM
30 (M) VG Golf, Athens Invitational, Canebrake
31 (T) Golf, VG/VB vs. MCHS, RTJ
31 (T) Archery, Legacy Elementary
31 (T) Softball vs. Athens, V-4:30PM, JV-6PM
31 (T) VG Soccer @ Huntsville, 4:30PM
31 (T) Soccer @ Sparkman, VB-5PM, JVB-7PM
APRIL
1 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
1 (W) Golf County Tournament, Colonial
2 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
2 (TH) Soccer @ Lee, VG-5PM, VB-7PM
2-4 V Softball, Bob Jones Tournament, Palmer Park/Sportsplex
3 (F) Varsity Scholars' Team, Sneed State Tournament, Sneed State College, All day
6 (M) JVB Soccer @ Madison Academy, 6PM
6 (M) Golf, VG/VB vs. Grissom, Valley Hill
7 (T) Softball vs. Gadsden City, V-4:30PM, JV-6PM, Sponsor Day
7 (T) VG Soccer @ Grissom, 5PM
8 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
8 (W) Golf, VG/VB, Metro Tournament, RTJ
8 (W) VB Soccer vs. Huntsville High, 6PM
9 (TH) 3-Week Progress Reports
9 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
9 (TH) Softball vs. BJHS, V-4:30PM, JV-6PM, Senior Night
9 (TH) VB Soccer @ Grissom, 5:30PM
9-11 Choir, All-State Choir Festival
10 (F) Archery, State Championships, Montgomery, AL
10 (F) Varsity Scholars' Team, ASCA's State Tournament, Jefferson State C.C.
10 (F) JVB vs. Sparkman, 5PM
10-11 Softball, Middle School Tournament, TBA
11 (S) Prom, VBC, 8PM-12AM
13 (M) 23rd Annual Hall of Fame Induction Banquet, North Hall, Von Braun Center
13 (M) Golf, VG/VB, Panther Invitational, RTJ
13 (M) Softball @ Lawrence County, V-4:30PM, JV-6PM
13 (M) JVB Soccer vs. Madison Academy, 5PM
14 (T) Softball @ Grissom, V-4:30PM, JV-6PM
14 (T) Soccer vs. Hazel Green, VG-4:30PM, VB-6:30PM
15 (W) National Signing Day (Basketball/Baseball/Swimming/Golf)
15 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
16 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
16 (TH) VG Soccer @ Florence, 4:30PM (*Early Release)
16 (TH) JVB Soccer @ Westminster Academy, 6PM
17 (F) Teacher Professional Development (1/2 Day for Students)
17 (F) VG Golf, Scottsboro Invitational, Goosepond
17-18 V Softball, Wildcat Classic, Scottsboro, AL
18 (S) ACT Test
18 (S) Track & Field, Huntsville Big Cat Invitational, Milton Frank Stadium
19-21 VB Golf vs. Oxford/Gadsden, Cider Ridge/Twin Bridges
20 (M) Quality Core End of Course Testing Begins (Algebra I & English 10)
20 (M) VG Soccer vs. Huntsville, 4:30PM
20 (M) VB Soccer @ Whitesburg Christian, 4:30PM
21 (T) Softball vs. Huntsville, V-4:30PM, JV-6PM, Faculty/Staff Day
21 (T) JVB Soccer vs. HGHS, 5PM
22 (W) Administrative Professionals' Day
22 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
22 (TH) Golf, VG/VB vs. SHS, RTJ
23 (TH) Take Your Child to Work Day
23 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
23 (TH) Softball @ Pisgah, V-4:30PM, JV-6PM
24-25 Track & Field, Sectionals, James Clemens High School
27/30 Softball, Area Tournament, TBA
28 (T) ACT Plus Writing (11th Grade), BHS, 8:30AM
28 (T) VB Golf, Sectionals, Twin Bridges
28 (T) VG Golf, Sectionals, Goosepond
29 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
30 (TH) 6-Week Progress Report
30 (TH) ELL ACCESS Testing Begins
30 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
MAY
1 (F) Alabama Alternative Assessment Online, All submissions are due by 5PM
1-2 Track & Field, State Meet, Gulf Shores, AL
2 (S) Read Across America
3-9 Teacher Appreciation Week
4-8 School Nutrition Employee Week
6 (W) School Nurse Day
6 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
7 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
7-8 Archery, National Championships, Louisville, KY
8-9 Softball, Regional Tournament, Sportsplex, TBA
12 (T) ACT Plus Writing Makeup (11th Grade), BHS, 8:30AM
12 (T) Choir, Spring Concert, TBA
13 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Mrs. Webster's Room, 8:00AM
14 (TH) JOOI Club Meeting, Ms. Clements' Room. 8:05AM or 3:35PM
15-16 Softball, State Tournament, Montgomery, AL, TBA
19 (T) Graduation Practice, VBC, 10AM (Mandatory)
19 (T) Graduation, VBC, 7PM
20 (W) Exams (1/2 Day)
21 (TH) Exams / Last Student Day (1/2 Day)
22 (F) Teacher Workday / End of School Year
25 (M) Memorial Day
28 (TH) Report Cards Mailed (Please send a self-addressed, stamped envelope)
Senior Announcements
Senior Yearbook Ads
NEW this year! Design your own senior ad!
Click HERE to purchase and design your senior yearbook ad.
EXTENDED! Deadline to buy/create senior ads: February 12, 2015
Class of 2015 - Senior Website
Please visit the senior website frequently for important information and up-to-date announcements: www.buckhornseniors.weebly.com
Senior Activities Fee
Please see Mrs. Christina Phipps Krentel to pay your senior activity fees, $40 (cash only). These fees include the senior breakfast and the senior picnic.
Yearbook Sponsor - Mrs. Christina Phipps Krentel
Senior Sponsor - Mrs. Carrie Bates
Senior Counselor - Mr. Dan Schwanke
University Open House & Events
Auburn College of Architecture, Design and Construction
War Eagle Day Tours at 2:00 p.m. If students would like more information on CADC events, please visit: cadc.auburn.edu/events
University of Alabama University Days
February 2, 2015; February 16, 2015; March 9, 2015.
Students may register at universitydays.ua.edu
*Buckhorn students who are unable to attend a University Days event and would like to visit campus may schedule a campus tour or contact a recruiter for more information.
Jacksonville State University Annual Spring Preview Days
February 21, 2015 and April 11, 2015. Students may register at www.jsu.edu/previewday
Calhoun Community College Spring Preview Night
Huntsville Campus, February 17, 2015. Registration - 5:30 p.m.; Event starts at 6:00 p.m.
Decatur Campus, February 18, 2015. Registration - 5:30 p.m.; Event starts at 6:00 p.m.
Please R.S.V.P. at www.calhoun.edu/PreviewNight
For questions or more information, please contact Doug Brazier, Advisor/Recruiter, 256.713.4827 or email: dbrazier@calhoun.edu
HBCU College Fair
February 21, 2015, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Union Chapel Family Life Center, 315 Winchester Road, Huntsville, AL 35811
For more information, please contact Pamela Thompson at 256.509.4554
Murray State University Racer Days Open House
March 11, 2015. Students may obtain more information at www.murraystate.edu/racerdays
Covenant College Campus Preview Weekends
March 26-28, 2015. Students may register online at www.covenant.edu/cpw
UAH Open House
April 11, 2015
Students may register online: uah.edu/admissions/events.
For more information call 256.824.2773 or email: uahadmissions@uah.edu
The Honors College will be holding information sessions at this event. The session will give prospective students all the information they need about the Honors College as well as the opportunity to meet current Honors students and Honors staff and take a tour of Honors College community housing in Frank Franz Hall. The deadline to apply is May 1st.
New York Film Academy Open House https://www.nyfa.edu/about/open_house.php#nyc
Auburn DIG High School Leadership Conference
http://www.ag.auburn.edu/students/future/events/DIG/DIG.php
Auburn University College of Agriculture Recruitment Events
Vanderbilt University’s Office of Undergraduate Admissions is preparing for the annual Vanderbilt Road Show. The Road Show travels to 48 cities across the country this August and September. Each 90-minute program typically features a media presentation led by Vanderbilt admissions officers, a question-and-answer session, and VU alumni, current students, or parents as guest speakers. Students will learn more about Vanderbilt’s unique campus, premier academic programs, the admissions process, and excellent financial aid programs. If Buckhorn students are interested: dates, locations, & other information can be found:
http://admissions.vanderbilt.edu/travel/roadshow.php?utm_source=RSAug2
This program is geared toward junior and senior students, in particular. Students are asked to register in advance to help them plan appropriately for the event.
ACT/SAT Announcements
JUNIORS - CLASS OF 2016
Save the Date - Tuesday, April 28, 2015
All 11th grade students will take the ACT Plus Writing at BHS during the school day. The Alabama State Department of Education is requiring that all 11th grade students in the state of Alabama take the ACT on the selected date. Students will not be required to pay a fee for the ACT given on April 28th.
Registration will also take place prior to the actual test date at BHS, so there is no need to register online. Please keep in mind that the April 28th test date will not appear on the ACT website because this date has been selected specifically for 11th grade students in the state of Alabama.
Students will receive more information regarding the April 28th test date as we get closer to that time. A username and password for online ACT test prep will be provided to all current eleventh graders prior to the ACT test in April.
ACT study packets can be picked up in the guidance office.
The make-up date for the ACT Plus Writing assessment will be Tuesday, May 12, 2015.
Counselor Contacts: Mrs. Dee Gordon, Mr. Dan Schwanke, Mrs. Stephanie Wheeler
ACT Results - Students can create an account at www.actstudent.org. If a student has an existing account, he/she can log in to the account to check the state ACT testing scores. If you have questions, please e-mail ACT-WebAccount@act.org.
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2015 ACT Test Dates & Deadlines
Next Test Date: February 7, 2015
Test Date: April 18, 2015
Registration Deadline: March 13, 2015 | Late Fee Required: March 14–27, 2015
Test Date: June 13, 2015
Registration Deadline: May 8, 2015 | Late Fee Required: May 9–22, 2015
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2015 SAT Test Dates & Deadlines
Next Test Date: January 24, 2015
Test Date: March 14, 2015
Registration Deadline: February 13, 2015 | Late Registration: March 3, 2015
* Deadlines expire at midnight, EDT (U.S.).
Test Date: May 2, 2015
Registration Deadline: April 6, 2015 | Late Registration: April 21, 2015
* Deadlines expire at midnight, EDT (U.S.).
Test Date: June 6, 2015
Registration Deadline: May 8, 2015 | Late Registration: May 27, 2015
* Deadlines expire at midnight, EDT (U.S.).
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2014-15 Madison County Schools' Testing Schedule, All Grade Levels.
A Few Reminders: Rules & Regulations
Parents, or individuals acting in that capacity, are responsible for seeing that each student under his/her care and control follows school system policy and local school rules and regulations. It is also the responsibility of parents to know such policies, rules and regulations.
Car Riders
Students are NOT allowed to walk to Winchester Road to get in a car after school. ALL cars must pull onto campus to safely pick up car riders. Students who do not follow this rule will be suspended, per Mr. Markham. Thank you for helping us keep our students safe.
Outside Food
Please remember that it is Buckhorn High School's Policy to NOT allow any outside food to be delivered to the school during regular school hours. (This policy does not apply to a 'brown bag' lunch that is prepared at home and brought to school by the student).
Checking Student Out of School
It is Buckhorn High School's policy to NOT allow student check-outs after 3:15 p.m.
Only custodial parent(s) will be allowed to check a student out of school, unless the custodial parent(s) has specifically designated someone else to check the student out of school. School officials will keep accurate records as to whom, what time, and for what reason students are checked out of school. [MCBOE 2014-2015 Code of Conduct, page 21 of 32, Approved July 10, 2014]
Student Publications
The Board of Education authorizes school officials to allow students to have student sponsored publications within the school, and expects the administration to monitor such publications to the extent that disruptions do not result from the contents. Student publications are subject to and will be expected to meet standards associated with responsible journalism. The principal and student publication sponsor are responsible for the content of such publications.
Student publications not approved by the Principal are not allowed, and the Principal shall not allow distribution of publications without prior approval. A certified person shall be appointed to be responsible for supervising student publications, and shall report directly to the Principal in the production of such publications. [Madison County Board of Education 2014-2015 Code of Conduct, page 5 of 32, Approved July 10, 2014]
Media Coverage of School Events
Occasionally local news media visit schools in Madison County to do special reports or follow up on certain news events. As a part of their coverage they often film certain aspects of the school.
It is the principal’s decision whether to allow news media to come into the schools and cover certain events. Extra precautions are taken when the media is covering a sensitive topic or event that might have a negative impact on the school, staff and students.
Parents who have concerns about their child possibly being filmed or photographed by the media should contact the principal. Principals will make every effort to accommodate the wishes of the parent, but it should be understood that it is very difficult to foresee every possible situation that might occur from media coverage of the schools and school events. [Madison County Board of Education 2014-2015 Code of Conduct, page 5 of 32, Approved July 10, 2014]
You may access the complete 2014-15 Code of Conduct through this link:
Attendance Policy & Clarifications
Important Media Release Notification
Click HERE if you do NOT want your child's picture/name published online.
If you have difficulty accessing/filling out the online form, please email Suzanne Sullins for assistance. Please include BHS Media Release as the subject of your email.
Daily Schedule
BHS Bell Schedule
8:00 a.m. - 8:25 a.m. The cafeteria is open for breakfast to all students.
8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. First Block
10:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Break
10:20 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. Second Block
11:55 a.m. - 1:55 p.m. Third Block
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Fourth Block
3:15 p.m. is the latest time a student may be checked out.
The building will close at 4:00 p.m.
The building will be open on regularly scheduled school days from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Students arriving on campus before the first bell should be dropped off in the back of the building (near the big buck, 'Bucky') and report directly to the cafeteria. Students are not allowed to roam the building before the first bell. If a student needs to go to a teacher's room before the the first bell, arrangements must be made for a teacher to escort a student to his or her room. If a student is staying with a teacher after school, he/she must remain with the teacher until a parent or guardian picks him/her up. The building will close at 4:00 p.m. each day, so please make arrangements to have your child picked up before this time. *This does not include athletic practices or conditioning that require the use of the facilities.
Helpful People & Links
- Mrs. Royce Balch, CNP Manager
- Mrs. Beth Countess, Administrative Assistant
- Mrs. Paige Craig Library Media Specialist / Technology Integration Mentor
- Mrs. Dee Gordon, Counselor, 11th grade & 9th grade, A through G
- Mrs. Angie Gothard, Registrar
- Ms. Tina Hill, Attendance
- Deputy Kenneth Hooper, SRO
- Ms. Laura McFarlen, Nurse
- Mrs. Margaret Norman, Registrar
- Mrs. Sherry Ricketts, Attendance
- Mr. Dan Schwanke, Counselor, 12th grade & 9th grade, H through M
- Mrs. Kelley Waldon, Bookkeeper
- Mrs. Stephanie Wheeler, Counselor, 10th grade & 9th grade, N through Z
- Madison County Schools' High School Academic Guide and Course Catalog.
- Get instant access to final exam schedules, rehearsal/graduation schedules, and other general information for high school students at the Madison County Schools' Secondary Education Website.
- Visit the Madison County Schools' Website for district news and announcements.
- Visit the Alabama State Department of Education Website for state news and announcements.
2015-16 Madison County Schools' Calendar
The 2015-16 Madison County Schools' Calendar was approved on January 15, 2015.
Please be aware of the revisions that were made to this year’s calendar. Students return to school on August 3, 2015. The 2015-16 school calendar includes four half-days for professional development on September 4th, November 10th, February 12th, and April 15th. Students will attend the first half of the school day on each of these dates. Additionally, a weather day was added on May 16th.
2015-16 Observed Holidays
Labor Day: September 7th
Fall Break: October 5th - 9th
Veterans Day: November 11th
Thanksgiving Break: November 23rd - 27th (full week)
Winter Break: December 21st - January 5th
MLK Day: January 18th
Presidents Day: February 15th
Spring Break: March 14th - 18th
Last Student Day: May 24, 2016
Previous Editions of The Blue & Gold
January 11, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 18
January 4, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 17
Special Publication - Holiday Video Card
December 14, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 16
December 7, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 15
November 26, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 14
November 16, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 13
November 9, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 12
November 2, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 11
October 26, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 10
October 19, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 9
September 28, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 8
September 21, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 7 (Homecoming Special Edition)
September 14, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 6
September 7, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 5
August 31, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 4
August 24, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 3
August 17, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 2
August 10, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 1
Special Edition, Summer IssueDisclaimer
The Madison County School District does not discriminate in admission, treatment, or access to programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, religious preference, disability, age, gender, citizenship, non-English speaking ability, or homeless status. Students with disabilities will be provided with the same needed supports and services for extra-curricular programs and activities that are provided during the school day, unless doing so would fundamentally alter the nature of the program and activity.
Contact for Title IX and Section 504
Mrs. Anna S. Watts
Telephone: 256.852.2557 Fax: 256.851.2127
Email Address: awatts@madison.k12.al.us
Some links will let you leave the school online newsletter. Some of the linked sites are not under the control of the school/district, and the school/district is not responsible for the contents of any linked site or any link contained in a linked site, or any changes or updates to such sites. The school/district is providing these external links to you only as a convenience, and the inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement of the site by the school/district.
Madison County Board of Education
1275 Jordan Road, Huntsville, Alabama 35811
Mailing Address P.O. Box 226
Huntsville, Alabama 35804
(256) 852-2557
4123 Winchester Road, New Market, Alabama 35761
(256) 851-3300
If you find inaccurate or inappropriate information on any of the external links, please contact Ms. Suzanne Sullins immediately. Thank you.