Parent Newsletter September 9, 2022
Staley High School
Staley Website
North Kansas City School District Website
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Next Two Weeks
Thursday, September 15
- FIRST Late Start Thursday, 8:28 a.m. start time
Thursday, September 22
- Late Start, 8:28 a.m. start time
Upcoming Dates
Thursday, September 29
- Late Start, 8:28 a.m. start time
- Fall Play 7:00 p.m. PAC (Performing Arts Center) *details below
Friday, September 30
- Fall Play 7:00 p.m. PAC (Performing Arts Center) *details below
Saturday, October 1
- Fall Play 7:00 p.m. PAC (Performing Arts Center) *details below
Wednesday, October 5
- Homecoming: Parade 6:00 p.m. Staley campus
Thursday, October 6
- Homecoming: Senior Takeover 6:00-7:30 a.m.
- NO Late Start, 7:43 a.m. start time
Friday, October 7
- NO SCHOOL
- Homecoming: Game 7:00 p.m. vs Park Hill South
Saturday, October 8
- Homecoming: Dance 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Falcon Fieldhouse
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Tardy Consequences
Falcons, it is an expectation that students will report to class on time each block every day.
Tardy consequences are beginning next week. Please have a conversation with your student about being to class on time.
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After-School Tutoring Begins Sep 6
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See info below regarding Staley's Homecoming Events
Bringing a Non-Staley Guest to the Dance?
Click on the file below or pick one up from the Main Office.
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Hello, Class of 2023! It’s time for Senior Tributes – the baby photos and messages in the back of the yearbook.
Below is the Parent Letter and Contract for Senior Tributes. The deadline is October 19. We usually sell out of space, so please make note of this upcoming deadline.
Also, thank you to those of you who have had your Yearbook Portrait taken by Reed Portrait Group. If you have not had that done yet, please contact Reed Portrait Group at 816-436-5550.
Thank you!
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New Cell Phone Procedures
Please see the document below for our district's new cell phone procedures for all NKCSD high schools. This is going to be a shift for our students but a necessary one. The goal of the policy is to protect instructional time and to increase student engagement in class. We understand the need for students to have access to their cell phones and have provided opportunities for students to have access throughout the school day. Students will never need to go longer than 1 hour and 23 minutes (class time) without having access to their phone. If you have any questions please contact our school at 816-321-5330.
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Becoming a Parent Observer in CANVAS
Log in screen for Canvas:
https://nkcschools.instructure.com/login/ldap
Log in to your student’s Canvas account using your students ID and birthday (i.e. Jan012000), Click on Account, click on Settings, then Pair with Observer. It generates a code for the parent to use. Copy the code, then log out of the student’s account.
Once back on the Canvas login screen, click on Parent Observer of a Canvas User. Fill out the form choosing your own Username and Password. Paste the pairing code that you copied from the student account, check the box and click Start Participating.
This will link you to all your students Canvas courses for the duration of their high school career.
Instructional video on how to become a Parent Observer in Canvas:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=39&v=Zf2WG3k1FMc
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Student Mentorship Program
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Air National Guard Career Fair
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Freshman Trip to Worlds of Fun
On Monday October 3rd our Freshman class will be attending a Pathway trip to World of Fun to experience all of the different pathway connections on the WOF campus!
Students will explore design of the Halloween Haunt, investigate a deconstructed rollercoaster car, explore how marketing and branding are done, and work through how safety and security function.
More information will be coming out soon!
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PSAT: Attention Junior Parents & Students
Juniors are invited to take the PSAT test on Wednesday, October 12th from 7:43 am-Noon in the Special Events Center/FLEX Auditorium. The PSAT qualifies juniors for the National Merit Scholarship Program and provides good practice for the SAT.
Students must be registered to participate. Registration will close on Friday, September 30th at 3 pm. There are a limited number of exams so be sure to register early!
All PSAT questions may be directed to Carol Toney at 816-321-6302 or carol.toney@nkcschools.org
Click on the link to register: https://forms.gle/4oTid327BgJjzKyT6
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Immunization Clinic at Staley, October 27
See Parent Information Letter below (includes sign-up link).
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Student Support - Counseling
- Contact info for counselors
- Graduation requirements
- College/Scholarships
- and more!
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STALEY EVENTS CALENDAR QUICK LOOK
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Staley Spiritwear Online
Falcon Club is working with a local business, to provide an online Spirit Store. The merchandise that is available is different from what we have in the store in the building, but every sale still supports Falcon Club and our programs.
If you are interested in checking it out, the link is: https://staleyhsspirit2223.itemorder.com/shop/home/
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STALEY MISSION STATEMENT
We commit ourselves to create and sustain an inclusive environment of learning that challenges and inspires each of us to SOAR.
OUR CORE VALUES
Service: We are committed to the greater good and actively seek opportunities to be of service. As we focus on serving others, we enhance our community and grow personally.
Ownership: We are committed to internalizing our vision, mission and core values by taking ownership in our school programs, community and facility. We are responsible and accountable for our choices.
Achievement: We are committed to maximizing every opportunity for personal and academic growth. We embrace a culture of authentic learning, which is evidenced by asking questions, collaborating, seeking solutions and fulfilling daily commitments.
Respect: We are committed to demonstrating behavior that is considerate of the community, the campus, others and ourselves. We respect the right to teach and learn at all times. Relationships based on open, honest and caring communication are essential to a culture of respect.
STALEY VISION STATEMENT
Staley High School is a community where individual and collective gifts are celebrated to foster personal and academic excellence.
STALEY ADMINISTRATION
Principal Dr. Larry Smith
Assistant Principal Mr. Kevin Kooi
Assistant Principal Mr. Chris Neff
Assistant Principal Mrs. Kassie Redmond
Assistant Principal Dr. James Wheeler
Assistant to the Principal Mr. Paul Woolard
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IMPORTANT NUMBERS & SOCIAL MEDIA INFORMATION
Attendance: (816) 321-5332
Counseling: (816) 321-5335
Health Room: (816) 321-5333
Main Office: (816) 321-5330
Fax: (816) 321-5331
Address:
2800 NE Shoal Creek Pkwy
Kansas City, MO 64156
Website: www.nkcschools.org/shs
Twitter: @SHSFalcons