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Kellam High School PTSA
GradFest
Friday, June 17, 2022
Apex Entertainment
Purchase your GradFest ticket, Senior T-shirt, Drawstring bag, and Senior year sign from MemberHub. The last day to purchase your Senior T-shirt and Yard Sign is Friday, May 13, 2022.
*All GradFest participants are required to have the following complete:
A waiver granting permission for the student to participate in GradFest. These forms will be distributed during Homeroom and can be returned to the school or submitted electronically to KellamKnightsPTSA@outlook.com.
A waiver signed for the Go Kart Racing. Please click here to complete your waiver. Those under 18 years of age are required to have a parent signature as well.
GradFest only happens because of the generosity of our parent volunteers and members of our community. Our event is funded solely by ticket sales and donations.
Please consider making a cash donation, donating a gift item that will be used as a raffle prize/giveaway, and/or donating your time and volunteering during GradFest.
June 10, 2022
The PTSA needs food items donated as well as volunteers to help with the Senior Picnic. Please consider donating to this great event. Make these last days at Kellam memorable for your senior!
The PTSA Executive Board 2022-2023
Please take a moment and vote for next year’s Board Members.
Voting ends Tuesday, May 17th.
The PTSA still has the following positions available for the 2022-2023 school year. Please contact any Board member at KellamKnightsPTSA@outlook.com if you are interested.
PRESIDENT Responsible for leading the PTSA and is the presiding officer and official representative of the association.
PRESIDENT Responsible for leading the PTSA and is the presiding officer and official representative of the association
VICE-PRESIDENT (MEMBERSHIP)
Plans and promotes membership campaigns and events; maintains membership database
VICE-PRESIDENT (PROGRAMS) Plans and organizes PTSA fundraising activities as well as assists with the organization, communication and coordination of all PTSA activities and events.
TREASURER Manages the PTSA finances by keeping accurate financial records and preparing for the annual audit
VOLUNTEER-IN-EDUCATION (VIE) Recruits and manages volunteers for the PTSA and school events
REFLECTIONS COORDINATOR Manages and works with citywide PTA to promote student creativity; coordinates the review of student submissions
GRAD-FEST CHAIR AND COMMITTEE MEMBERS Manages the all-Knight celebration for the graduating class and any other related events; coordinates with vendors to secure a venue and sponsorships; organizes Grad-Fest details and logistics; develops and oversees fundraising opportunities; oversees each phase of Grad-Fest to ensure it runs smoothly.
Inclusivity: Mental Health Awareness
Mental Health Awareness Month is recognized in the United States each May and has been observed every year since 1949. And as families in Texas grieve the loss of 19 children and two adults in the most recent school shooting, we all should take a moment to grieve with them and assess the mental health of our community. Parents and school staff must do all that we can to help our children/students cope with this latest tragedy. There is genuinely no way to make sense of this sort of loss. It will never be considered normal, and we can't simply explain it away to our kids. Instead, we must work together to prevent these incidents from ever happening again.
If you have ever been on an airplane, you receive instructions from the flight attendant to "place your mask on first before assisting others with their mask." This statement reminds us that before you can help others, you must process your feelings first. Talk to someone, pray, meditate, and share your rage or frustration in a manner that allows de-escalation of your emotions. Make smart choices by taking a break from social media and any other platforms that will likely continue exposing you and your kids to traumatic events. Continue to check on your child by making yourself available to discuss any questions they may have after the initial conversation.
Finally, please remind your children of all the support that their school and community offer. Avoid stigmatizing language about mental health issues; many teens are being treated for mental health issues right now. When we use words like "crazy" or "insane," it unfairly groups all children in the same category as those who act out these traumatic events. It takes a village. We must be that village.
Questions to ask or comments to make to your child to start the healing process after this type of tragedy happens:
1) It is okay to be worried about your safety. What safety issues come to mind when you hear about an incident like this? (Parents/Teachers)
2) You know that you can talk to me about whatever you're feeling; it is vital to share your feelings with a trusted adult. Right now is not the time to try to be strong.
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Student Activities Update
The Student Activities department is working to create opportunities for our students to connect and be a part of all that Kellam has to offer. Please visit our Student Activities Resource Guide to explore opportunities in activities and athletics. Be sure to watch for updates in this newsletter and follow us on social media.
Twitter: @KellamHigh
Instagram: kellamhigh
Facebook: Floyd E. Kellam High School
Senior Scoop
Use this link: The Kellam Senior Scoop is the place to find important information for seniors. It will be updated regularly and is located on the Kellam Website under the “Students” tab. Information that has newly been added to the Senior Scoop:
*Graduation Tickets
*Cap and Gown Order and Pick Up information
*Submitting name pronunciations for the graduation ceremony
*Kellam Graduation Instructions- including day of procedures and dress
code.
Be sure to check it frequently for important graduation information
SCA NEWS
Congratulations to the new SCA and Class Senate Officers
for 2022-2023! We are looking forward to a wonderful year!!
SCA Officers
President - Ainsley Shewbridge
Vice-President - Kendall Lewis
Secretary - Hannah Pinardi Treasurer - Rylie Winston
Historian - Briana Thompson
Exec Board Coordinator - Dara Enzmann
Senior Senate, Class of 2023
President - Rylie Winston
Vice-President - Allie Schwartz
Secretary - Aubrey Haught
Treasurer - Ainsley Shewbridge
Historian - Hanna Pinardi
Junior Senate, Class of 2024
President - Jenna Morris
Vice-President - Julia Barnell
Secretary - Caroline Nelson
Treasurer - Riley Nelson
Historian - Sophia Moritz
Sophomore Senate, Class of 2025
President - AJ Moore
Vice-President - Bailey Campbell
Secretary - Katelyn Hayden
Treasurer - Alena Painter
Historian - Rheya Swann
Freshman Senate Elections will be held in September.
Notes from the Nurse
Attention Parents/Guardians of RISING 12th Grade Students for 2022/2023 School Year
Students entering 12th grade must have received one dose of the Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWAY) vaccine (2-dose series) prior to the start of the school year, September 6. Conditional enrollment is not permitted for this vaccine.
The Meningococcal Conjugate vaccine may be obtained from the following area healthcare providers: primary and pediatric practices, urgent care centers, and military clinics. The Virginia Beach Public Health Department (757-518-2700) is also another source for this vaccine, but is currently limited to appointments only.
If you have NOT received a letter or phone call about the need for this vaccine, your child is in compliance and is good to go for the start of school in September.
For those who DID receive a letter and phone call, please send the documentation of this required vaccine to karen.ware@vbschools.com or take it to your child’s high school clinic or guidance department by appointment once completed.
If you have specific questions regarding the meningococcal Conjugate vaccine, please contact your healthcare provider.
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