The Blue & Gold
Volume 3, Issue 31 - April 8, 2016
Buckhorn High School
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Email: ssullins@mcssk12.org
Website: www.buckhornhighschool.net
Location: 4123 Winchester Road, New Market, AL, United States
Phone: 256-851-3300
11 (T) UAH, MPR, Break
11 (T) Color Guard Tryouts, Fundamental Clinic, 3:45-5:30PM
11 (T) VB Tennis, Away vs. Columbia, 3:45PM
11 (T) JVB Soccer, Home vs. Madison County, 6PM
12 (T) Sophomores, Aspire English & Math Assessments, 8:30AM
12 (T) Juniors, ACT Plus Writing PreTest & Registration, 8:30AM
12 (T) Color Guard Tryouts, Fundamental Clinic, 3:45-5:30PM
12 (T) Softball, Home vs. Grissom (Faculty/Staff Day), V-4:30PM, JV-6PM
12 (T) V Baseball, Away @ Decatur, 4:30PM, 6:30PM
12 (T) VG/VB Soccer, Away @ Huntsville, VG-5PM, VB-7PM
13 (W) Buck Nation News Broadcasting Applications are Due! https://goo.gl/ZRDPJM
13 (W) Employee Wellness Screenings, 8-11AM; 12-3:30PM
13 (W) Color Guard Tryouts, Fundamental Clinic, 3:45-5:30PM
13 (W) VG/VB Tennis, Away vs. Lee, 3:45PM
13 (W) FR Baseball, Away @ Huntsville Tournament, 6PM, 7:30PM
14 (TH) Color Guard Tryouts, Routine Clinic, 3:45-5:30PM
14 (TH) VG/VB Tennis, Away @ HGHS
14 (TH) JV Track & Field, Junior High Championship, Bob Jones High School, 4PM
14 (TH) VB Soccer, Home vs. Sparkman, VB-4:30PM
14 (TH) Softball, Home vs. Sparkman, V-4:30PM, JV-6PM
15 (F) Staff Development/eLearning Day (1/2 day for students)
15 (F) LAST DAY TO BUY A PROM TICKET, $150.00, See Ms. Lemberg in Room #134
15 (F) V Scholars' Team, Snead State Tournament, Boaz, AL
15 (F) FCA Huddle, Choir Room, 7:45AM
15 (F) CyberPatriot Club Meeting, MPR, 10-11:30AM
15 (F) Color Guard Tryouts, Routine Clinic, 3:45-5:30PM
15 (F) V Baseball, Home vs. Huntsville, 7PM
15 (F) FR Baseball, Away @ Huntsville Tournament, 7PM
16 (S) Varsity Track & Field, Big Cat Invitational, Milton Frank Stadium, 9AM
16 (S) V Baseball, Away @ Huntsville, 1PM, 3PM
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HISTORICAL SOCIETY YARD SALE
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BHS Scholars' Bowl Team will be hosting another Trivia Night on April 9th at 6:00PM!
•Featuring a dinner catered by Buckhorn’s own Dr. Chumbley.
•15 rounds of multimedia-based trivia questions (45 total). With topics ranging from academics to sports, pop culture, TV, music, etc…
•For information, email: mdean@mcssk12.org
•See their website at http://bhstrivianight.weebly.com
•Proceeds will support the team’s trip to the National Championship tournament in New Orleans.
•Over $1000 in prizes will be split between the top three teams.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT ACT & ASPIRE TESTING
On Tuesday, April 12th, Sophomores will be taking the English and Math sections of the ASPIRE state assessment. Juniors will be completing the required registration for the upcoming ACT Plus Writing state assessment.
During this time, 9th graders will be in the Blue Gym and 12th graders will be in the Gold Gym for approximately 2 hours. Buckhorn will resume a regular schedule after testing and registration.
Tuesday, April 19th, is an E-Learning day for 9th and 12th graders; however, Sophomores and Juniors must report to school for testing.
Sophomores will take the remaining subject areas on the ASPIRE state assessment.
Juniors will take the ACT Plus Writing.
Students will be allowed to checkout after the test. Bus riders will dismiss at their normal time of 3:30 p.m.
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#BUCKHORNPROM16
Saturday, April 30, 2016
Huntsville Depot Roundhouse
7PM - 11PM
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Meteorologist: Dalton Blitch
Executive Producer: Hampton Morgan
Executive Director: Langston Stewart
Faculty Advisor: Ms. Suzanne Sullins
Community Sponsors: Baron Weather, Buckhorn High School, Buckhorn Middle School, Mr. Dan Evans, Mr. Jerry Hill, Guitar Center, Sullins Eyecare Center, and Voya Financial.
Buck Nation News Application --> https://goo.gl/ZRDPJM
BNN Executive Producer, Hampton Morgan, working in the broadcasting control room!
BNN News Anchor, Natalie Beckerink, delivering one of our weekly broadcasts!
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MRS. WEBSTER'S FASHION STUDENTS' MOCK INTERVIEWS
Mrs. Webster's Fashion students participated in mock interviews in the library this week!! Thank you Mrs. Brittany Duncan, MC Career Coach, for organizing this with Mrs. Webster. #ExcellenceinActionBHS #CareerPrep#LifeSkills (Picture credits: Natalie Beckerink, BNN)
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COACH HUGHES' AGRISCIENCE STUDENTS CRAFT DECORATIVE BOWLS
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2016 STATE SPANISH CONVENTION
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Camden Elizabeth Gaskill
Congratulations to Coach Cody Gaskill and his wife, on their new baby girl - Camden Elizabeth Gaskill! #FutureBuck
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THE SPRINGS PERFORMING LIVE - APRIL 28TH
It's prom season and Buckhorn High School is promoting Having Fun, Being Safe, & Staying Sober! The BHS Guidance Department and Safety Club will host our Fun, Safe, & Sober - Prom Safety Assembly on Thursday, April 28th, with The Springs performing live! There will also be presentations from the Alabama ABC Board, Children's Hospital, Department of Transportation, and 911 to name a few. Thank you Lara Bryant and State Farm Insurance for their continued support.
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TRACK & FIELD HUNTSVILLE METRO CHAMPIONSHIPS
Congratulations Buckhorn Track & Field - Metro Championship Top Ten Finishers!
Amelia Harrison - 1st Place 3200M Run
Barrett, Kelsey - 2nd Place 800M Run, 9th Place 1600 M Run
Larson, Keira - 8th Place 1600M Run, 6th Place 3200M Run
Tess Stoner - 4th Place 300M Hurdles
Girls 4 x 100 Relay - 5th Place
Girls 4 x 800 Relay - 4th Place
Nickie Rivers - 3rd Place 100M Dash, 2nd Place 200M Dash
RD Ford - 2nd Place 400M Dash
Graylon Cross - 3rd Place 3200M Run, 6th Place 800M Run, 6th Place 1600M Run
Jaylon Dixon - 6th Place Long Jump
Bo Murdock - 8th Place Long Jump
Steven Jones Jr. - 7th Place Shot Put, 9th Place Discus
Boys 4 x 100 Relay - 5th Place
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For updated schedules and announcements, please visit:
Website: http://www.buckhornbaseball.net/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Bucks_Baseball
April 4th
JV Baseball had a clean sweep over Hazel Green, 6-1 and 7-1!!! #BuckPride
April 5th
Varsity Baseball swept Athens 4-3, Peyton Dyer earned the win & Hayden Wright earned the win in game two, 7-0 !! #BuckPride
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For updated schedules and announcements, please visit:
Website: http://www.bhsladybucks.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/LadyBucks_SB
SENIOR SOFTBALL PLAYERS
(L to R) 2B-Ivy McKee, P-Kayla Holt, 1B-Bailey Kern, LF-Tekla Alexander, C-Brooke Miller and RF-Kelly Johnson. Picture via Bucks Softball Facebook Page
LADY BUCKS MOVE UP TO #3 IN STATE RANKINGS
April 1st-2nd
Varsity Lady Bucks Softball took 2nd place in the Bob Jones Tournament, out of 46 teams from AL, TN, KY, and OH!! #BuckPrideApril 5th
Lady Bucks took the sweep as Varsity blanked Gadsden City 5-0 and JV rocked the Titans 21-4!!!
April 8th
Lady Bucks Varsity defeated Bob Jones 6-2 with a GRAND SLAM by Tekla Alexander. Buckhorn took the sweep as JV Lady Bucks won over Bob Jones 7-5! Go Lady Bucks!
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For updated schedules and announcements, please visit:
Website: http://buckhornsoccer.weebly.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Buckhorn_Soccer
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/buckhornsoccer
JV Boys Remain Undefeated!
April 1st
JV Boys Soccer win over Westminster Christian 1-0! Andi Hernandez was the goal scorer for the Bucks! #BuckPride
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For updated schedules and announcements, please visit:
Website: http://ladybuckssoccer.weebly.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Buckhorn_Soccer
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/buckhornsoccer
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BHS ARCHERY - 2ND PLACE NASP STATE TOURNAMENT
CONGRATULATIONS ALYSSA TAYLOR - 2ND PLACE H.S. GIRLS
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BUCKHORN MOUNTAIN BIKING TEAM
BHS MTB Team had a great race at the Space and Rocket Center!! Here are the results for all of the high school members:
JV Boys
Kelly Lopez
Race 1 - 1:04, 2 mins behind leader
Race 2 - 1:27, 6 mins behind leader
Race 3 - 1:14, 4 mins behind leader
Sterling Anderson
Race 1 - 1:17, 15 mins behind leader
Race 2 - 1:33, 12 mins behind leader
Race 3 - 1:19, 9 mins behind leader
Sophomore Boys
Ethan Ford
Race 1 - 1:05, 23mins behind leader
Race 2 - 1:17, 21 mins behind leader
Race 3 - 1:05, 14 mins behind leader
Michael Lenio
Race 1 - 1:15, 33 mins behind leader
Freshman Boys
Blake Taylor
Race 1 - 55, 14 mins behind leader
Race 2 - 1:11, 17 mins behind leader
Race 3 - 59, 10 mins behind leader
Sophomore Girls
Caitlyn Parker
Race 1 - 59, 9 mins behind leader
Race 2 - 1:11, 6 mins behind leader
Race 3 - 1:01, 4 mins behind leader
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BLUE & GOLD VOLLEYBALL CAMP - JULY 14TH & 15TH
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LC BUCKS PLACE 3RD IN STATE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
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ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
The 2015-2016 Athlete of the Year campaign, powered by Huntsville Hospital Sports Center, TOC Sports and D1 Sports is underway. They are looking for high school senior student athletes who excel on the field, in the classroom and in our community.
From September to April, a panel of judges selects one Athlete of the Week. Applicants must be a high school senior, have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and display a history of athletic and academic accomplishments, as well as community/civic involvement.
All weekly winners are invited to a banquet held in their honor in May, and two students are selected as Athletes of the Year. The two Athletes of the Year each receive a $1,000 scholarship.
To nominate the next Athlete of the Year, you can either:
- Fill out the online application
Print the nomination form and mail it to the address listed on the form.
For more information, call (256) 265-5000.
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WE LOVE OUR COMMUNITY SCHOOLS!! #BUCKNATION
2016 BUCKHORN FAMILY AWARDS DAY PROGRAMS
(F) May 13 - Buckhorn High School Senior Awards Day, Gold Gym, 9AM
(T) May 17 - New Market Elementary Pre-K Awards Day, 6PM
(TH) May 19 - New Market Elementary Kindergarten Awards Day, 6PM
(F) May 20 - Riverton Elementary Awards Day, 8AM-Kindergarten, 10AM-3rd Grade, 11:30AM-1st Grade, 1PM-2nd Grade
(F) May 20 - Mt. Carmel Elementary 1st - 3rd Awards Day, Mt. Carmel Elementary School Gym, 8AM-1st Grade, 10AM-3rd Grade, 12PM-2nd Grade
(F) May 20 - Mt. Carmel Elementary Kindergarten Graduation, Riverton Intermediate School Gym, 4:30PM
(M) May 23 - Buckhorn Middle School, Morning & Afternoon Program
(M) May 23 - Mt. Carmel Elementary Pre-K Celebration, Mt. Carmel Courtyard, 10:30AM
(M) May 23 - New Market Elementary 6th Grade Awards Day, 6PM
(T) May 24 - New Market Elementary 1st - 5th Awards Day, 8:30AM-1st & 2nd Grade; 9:30AM-3rd, 4th & 5th Grade
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SPRING BABE RUTH BASEBALL REGISTRATION
Walk-in registration for the 2016 Spring Babe Ruth season for boys ages 13-18 will be April 9, from 12 noon to 3 pm at John Hunt Park. (Upstairs in the press box of the club house.)
Individual (recreational) players or travel ball (competitive) teams are welcome. The cost is $100 per player for individuals registering for recreational play. Travel ball or competitive organized teams may register for $1300 per team. No registrations will be accepted after the coaches meeting.
Other options for registering ... parents & coaches may go to the website (links included below) and fill out the registration form and concussion form, scan both, and e-mail it to league officials. (Contact info below.)
Please keep in mind. We will also need coaches. The league does not exist without parent volunteers! If you have questions, please ask.
For more information, please contact us or visit the website: www.leaguelineup.com/optimistpark
R. H. Coates (Optimist Park) at rhcoates@comcast.net or call 256-975-9367
Bill McArdle (Sandhurst Park) at brsouthhsv@comcast.net or call 256-651-9447
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INDIAN EDUCATION PROGRAM - PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE: Madison County Schools Indian Education Program will have a public hearing on April 26, 2016 at the Teacher Resource Center located at 146-A Shields Road, Huntsville, AL 35811. The public hearing will be held in Room B at 8:30 a.m. For more information you may contact: Becky Jones 256-852-2557 extension 62230 or email her @ rjones@mcssk12.org
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SCHEDULE CHANGE!
The weather day that was scheduled for May 16, 2016 will now be a full day of school!
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SCHOLARS' BOWL COMPETITION SCHEDULE
April 8th - ASCA State Tournament, Hoover, Alabama
April 15th - Snead State Tournament, Snead State College
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Madison County Scholars' Bowl Website
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Super Saturday will be on April 30th at Winchester Road Baptist Church.
For more information, please contact Jennifer Page at jpage@ardmore.net or visit the event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1101616676538831/?hc_location=ufi
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Huntsville/Madison County Leadership Challenge Application:
Click link for application --> https://goo.gl/mFSCul
Deadline: May 1, 2016
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INOW PARENT PORTAL
There are new login procedures for the iNow Parent Portal. Here is what a parent/guardian will need to do to access the site.
1. Go to this link https://inow-madisonco.asc.edu/informationnow
2. Use these credentials when first prompted:
a. User Name: mcsparent
b. Password: ilovemyschool
3. Once you have successfully logged in to this site, use your current INOW user ID and password.
If you do not already have a username and password for the iNow Parent Portal, you must come to the school and present a government issued photo ID to receive one.
The INOW parent portal gives you a convenient way to access to your child's grades, classwork, homework, attendance, and more!
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Senior ACT WorkKeys Results
Seniors were given their ACT WorkKeys results today in Homeroom.
One Memo to Examinee for each student
One ACT WorkKeys Summary for each student
For reference information about the ACT WorkKeys tests, please see: Using your ACT WorkKeys Scores: This document helps students interpret their performance on the ACT WorkKeys tests.www.act.org/workkeys/careerseekers/…/UsingWorkKeysScores.pdf
The Occupational Profiles: This online reference helps you compare a student's skills on the ACT WorkKeys tests to the skill levels of jobs or careers of interest to that student. The profiles are available atwww.act.org/workkeys/analysis/occup.html
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Important Dates
Friday, March 25, Last day that Senior Fees are $50 (Cash only to Mrs. Bates, Room 176)
Friday, April 15, Senior Slide Show pictures due (bhsseniors@gmail.com)
Saturday, April 30, Prom at the Roundhouse
Thursday, May 5, Scholarship Awards due to Mr. Schwanke
Friday, May 6, Senior Breakfast, BHS Cafeteria, 9AMFriday, May 13, Awards Day (Mandatory), Gold Gym, 9AM
Monday, May 16, Mandatory Graduation Practice, Gold Gym, 9AM
Monday, May 16, Senior Picture, Football Field, 11AM & Senior Picnic, Soccer Field, 12PM
Tuesday, May 17, Senior Exams, Gold 1st & 2nd
Wednesday, May 18, Senior Exams, Blue 1st & 2nd
Thursday, May 19, Senior Exams, Gold 3rd & 4th (during 1st & 2nd Block)
Friday, May 20, Senior Exams, Blue 3rd & 4th (during 1st & 2nd Block)
Sunday, May 22, Baccalaureate, Hopewell Baptist Church, 2PM
Wednesday, May 25, Graduation Practice (Mandatory), VBC, 7:30AM
Wednesday, May 25, Commencement Ceremony, 3PM
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Turn In Scholarship Awards to Mr. Schwanke by May 5th
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Senior Slide Show
Submit up to TEN pictures to be included in the senior slide show! Email pictures to bhsseniors@gmail.com
*Pictures should include only seniors
*If more than 10 pictures are submitted, only the first 10 will be used in the slideshow.
*School appropriate pictures only (school officials will omit any photos they feel are not school appropriate)
*Please list the names of each person in each photo submitted
*Submit high quality images
*Submit all pictures before the deadline: April 15th
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Prom Tickets on Sale Now
#BHSPROM16
Saturday, April 30, 2016
Huntsville Depot Roundhouse
7PM - 11PM
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Balfour Contact Information
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Recent Scholarship Announcements
Alabama Builders & Contractors North Alabama Scholarship
Please contact Ms. Luna, (256)828-3046, for any assistance you may need.
Alpha Delta Kappa Beta Psi Education Major Scholarship Application
Deadline: May 3, 2016
Dr. Joe L. Boyer Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: May 6, 2016
John L. Cashin, Sr. Scholarship
Kappa Foundation of Huntsville Scholarships
Mississippi State University - Toward Excellence Scholarship
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APRIL
18 (M) Softball, Away @ Huntsville, V-4:30PM, JV-6PM
18 (M) VB Soccer, Home vs. Austin, 5PM
18-19 VG/VB Tennis, Sectional Tournament, Huntsville High
19 (T) Freshmen/Seniors, eLearning Day, Full Day
19 (T) Sophomores, Aspire Reading, Writing, & Science Assessments, 8:30AM
19 (T) Juniors, ACT Plus Writing, 8:30AM
21 (TH) Progress Reports
21 (TH) Softball, Away @ Pisgah, V-4:30PM, JV-6PM
21 (TH) VG/VB Soccer, Away @ Lee High, VG-5PM, VB-7PM
22 (F) FCA Huddle, Choir Room, 7:45AM
22 (F) VB Soccer, Away @ Whitesburg Christian, 4PM
22-23 Softball, Away @ Lincoln County, Border Battle
26 (T) Swim Team Interest Meeting, Multi-Purpose Room, 6PM
27 (W) Prom Meeting, 1st Block
29 (F) FCA Huddle, Choir Room, 7:45AM
29-30 Varsity Track & Field, Section Championship, James Clemens High School, 9AM
30 (S) 4th Annual Super Saturday-Rummage, Market & Old-Fashioned Fair, 7AM-3PM
30 (S) Prom, Huntsville Depot Roundhouse, 7PM - 11PM
MAY
2 (M) AP Chemistry Exam/AP Environmental Science Exam, 8AM
3 (T) ACT Plus Writing, Make-Up, 11th Grade, BHS, 8:30AM
3 (T) AP Physics I Exam, 12PM
3 (T) Softball, Area Tournament, TBA
4 (W) AP Literature Exam, 8AM
5 (TH) AP Calculus Exam, 8AM
5 (TH) NHS Meeting, Mrs. Durboraw's Room (#210), 8AM or 3:30PM
5 (TH) Choir, Spring Concert, Jackson Way Baptist Church, 6:30PM
5 (TH) Softball, Area Tournament, TBA
5-7 Varsity Track & Field, State Championship, Gulf Shores, Alabama
6 (F) AP US History Exam, 8AM
6 (F) Senior Breakfast, BHS Cafeteria, 9AM
9 (M) AP Biology Exam, 8AM
10 (T) Swim Team Tryouts, Sharon Johnston Pool, 4:15PM
11 (W) AP Language Exam, 8AM
12 (TH) AP Stats Exam, 12PM
12-14 Softball, Regional Tournament, Sportsplex, TBA
13 (F) Mandatory Senior Awards Day, Gold Gym, 9AM
16 (M) Mandatory Graduation Practice, Gold Gym, 9AM
16 (M) Senior Picture, Football Field, 11AM; Senior Picnic, Soccer Field, 12PM
17 (T) Senior Exams, Gold, 1st & 2nd
18 (W) Senior Exams, Blue, 1st & 2nd
18-21 Softball, AHSAA State Tournament, Montgomery, Alabama
19 (TH) Exams - All Students, Gold, 3rd & 4th (during 1st & 2nd Block)
19 (TH) Band, Spring Concert, Huntsville High Auditorium, 6:30PM
20 (F) Exams - All Students, Blue, 3rd & 4th (during 1st & 2nd Block)
22 (Su) Baccalaureate, Hopewell Baptist Church, 2PM
23 (M) Exams, 9th - 11th, Gold, 1st & 2nd
24 (T) Exams, 9th - 11th, Blue, 1st & 2nd
24 (T) Last Student Day, End of Nine Weeks
25 (W) Mandatory Graduation Practice, 7:30AM
25 (W) Teacher Workday
25 (W) Graduation, VBC, 3PM
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2015-16 Holidays
Student Half-Day (Teacher PD/eLearning Day): November 10th
Veterans Day: November 11th
Thanksgiving Break: November 23rd - 27th (full week)
Winter Break: December 21st - January 5th
MLK Day: January 18th
Student Half-Day (Teacher PD/eLearning Day): February 12th
Presidents Day: February 15th
Spring Break: March 14th - 18th
Student Half-Day (Teacher PD/eLearning Day): April 15th
eLearning Day (Grades ( 9 & 12, only): April 19th
Last Student Day: May 24, 2016
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- Mr. Todd Markham, Principal
- Mr. David Carroll, Athletic Director
- Mrs. Sarah Fanning, Curriculum Specialist
- Mr. Frankie Davidson, Assistant Principal
- Mrs. Royce Balch, CNP Manager
Mrs. Carrie Bates, Senior Sponsor
- 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
- Ms. Tina Hill, Attendance
- Mrs. Christina Krentel, Yearbook Sponsor
- Ms. Laura McFarlen, Nurse
- Mrs. Margaret Norman, Registrar
- Mrs. Sherry Ricketts, Attendance
- Mr. Dan Schwanke, Counselor, 12th grade & 9th grade, H through M
- Mrs. Ashley Webster, Bookkeeper
- Mrs. Stephanie Wheeler, Counselor, 10th grade & 9th grade, N through Z
- Deputy Jonas Wilson, SRO
- 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.
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DONATE SCHOOL SUPPLIES
You can access the school wish list using this link: http://amzn.com/w/10J69RP7YUKEY
PLEASE NOTE : We will gladly accept in-kind donations of any of the requested items.
**There are approximately 800 items on the wish list ranging from ~$2 to ~$150, with a combined total of ~$7000 That is less than one item per family! Check it out and see how you can make a difference in the educational experiences of our students!!!**
If you have any questions, please contact Suzanne Sullins at ssullins@mcssk12.org
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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It is easy to raise funds for your non-profit or school group at The Chill Factory®. They will dedicate four hours to your group to raise funds with their help. Your organization invites the public to attend, they provide the treats. Your organization will receive 20% of all yogurt sales to put towards your goal. Non-profit status is required for community groups. School groups must have permission from the school principal to fundraise.
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The Chill Factory • 2246 Winchester Road • Ste 103 • Huntsville, AL 35811 • (256) 859-2277
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Volume 3, Issue 30, April 1, 2016
Volume 3, Issue 29, March 25, 2016
Volume 3, Issue 28, March 11, 2016
Volume 3, Issue 27, March 4, 2016
Volume 3, Issue 26, February 26, 2016
Volume 3, Issue 25, February 19, 2016
Volume 3, Issue 24, February 12, 2016
Volume 3, Issue 23, February 5, 2016
Volume 3, Issue 22, January 29, 2016
Volume 3, Issue 21, January 22, 2016
Volume 3, Issue 20, January 15, 2016
Volume 3, Issue 19, January 8, 2016
Special Edition, Holiday Video Card, December 18, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 18, December 11, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 17, December 4, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 16, November 20, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 15, November 13, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 14, November 6, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 13, October 30, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 12, October 23, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 11, October 16, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 10, October 9, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 9, October 2, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 8, September 20, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 7, September 13, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 6, September 6, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 5 - August 30, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 4 - August 23, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 3 - August 16, 2015
Volume 3, Issue 2 - August 9, 2015
Disclaimer
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
Superintendent Matt Massey
1275 Jordan Road, Huntsville, Alabama 35811
Mailing Address P.O. Box 226
Huntsville, Alabama 35804
(256) 852-2557
Principal, Mr. Todd Markham
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.