The Blue & Gold
December 14, 2014 - Volume 2, Issue 16
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!
Important Surveys
We have two very important surveys that need your input!
Please Note: Students should have completed the survey in one of their classes. If your child has not completed the survey, please encourage him/her to complete the BHS Student Survey. Click HERE to access the BHS Student Survey.
The second survey is the 2014 Speak-Up Survey. The information gathered through this survey is used at both the system and state level for technology planning purposes. The data is also shared with legislators in the state of Alabama and at the national level.
Click HERE to access the 2014 Speak-Up Survey.
Please Note: Teachers, administrators, parents, and community members will NOT need a password for the Speak-Up Survey. The student password is speakup14.
Please be assured that your responses to these surveys will be anonymous. Your honest opinion is appreciated. All surveys close on December 19, 2014.
Thank you for taking the time to complete these very important surveys.
The Week Ahead...
15 (M) Band Christmas Concert, Lee High School, 7:00 p.m.
15 (M) Basketball vs. Sparkman, HOME, JVG/JVB-4:30 p.m., FB/VG-6:00 p.m., VB-7:30 p.m.
16 (T) Buckhorn's Tacky Christmas Sweater Day, Picture by Front Staircase, During Break
16 (T) Basketball @ James Clemens, JVG/JVB-4:30 p.m., FB/VG-6:00 p.m., VB-7:30 p.m.
16 (T) Deadline for 2014-15 National Honor Society Applications
17 (W) FCCLA Meeting, Room 139, 8:00 a.m.
17 (W) 1st & 2nd Block Exams, BHS students will be dismissed at 11:50 a.m.
18 (TH) 3rd & 4th Block Exams, BHS students will be dismissed at 11:50 a.m.
18 (TH) End of Grading Period / End of Semester
19 (F) Teacher Work Day
19-20 Wrestling, MWIT, McCallie High School, TBA
19-Jan. 4 Winter Break
26-29 VG Basketball, Decatur Orthopaedic Clinic Classic @ Decatur, AL, TBA
26-29 VB Basketball, Huntsville Times Classic @ HHS, vs. J.O.Johnson, 9:00 a.m.
JROTC Food Drive
The second phase of the JROTC sponsored food drive for the Bobbie Odom Food Pantry, New Market United Methodist Church, will end tomorrow, December 15th. Please remember to send your donations of canned and non-perishable food items to your child's teacher tomorrow.
As of Friday, December 12th - 5,429 items have been collected! This food drive provides food for local families. Please donate - we really need your support. Thank you!
National Honor Society Applications
The Buckhorn High School chapter of the National Honor Society is accepting applications for new members. Candidates must be a junior or a senior and meet the core average GPA requirements. The deadline for applications is Tuesday, December 16.
The online application can be found at http://bit.ly/SJG1S9
If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Durboraw in room 210.
Host: Huntsville High School, 2304 Billie Watkins Street, Huntsville, Alabama
Friday, December 26th
First round
9:00 a.m.: Johnson vs. Buckhorn
10:30 a.m.: Austin vs. Bob Jones
12:00 p.m.: Columbia vs. Sparkman
1:30 p.m.: Florence vs. Grissom
3:00 p.m.: Lee vs. Hazel Green
4:30 p.m.: Huntsville vs. Madison County
6:00 p.m.: Madison Academy vs. Butler
7:30 p.m.: James Clemens vs. Decatur
Saturday, December 27th
Winners' Bracket (Main Gym)
Quarterfinals
9:00 a.m.: Johnson-Buckhorn winner vs. Austin-Bob Jones winner
10:30 a.m.: Columbia-Sparkman winner vs. Florence-Grissom winner
12:00 p.m.: Lee-Hazel Green winner vs. Huntsville-Madison County winner
1:30 p.m.: Madison Academy-Butler winner vs. James Clemens-Decatur winner
Semi-finals
6:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Consolation Bracket (Auxiliary Gym)
Quarterfinals
9:00 a.m, 10:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m.
Semi-finals
6:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Monday, December 29th
All games in main gym
10:30 a.m.: Consolation Finals
12:00 p.m.: Third-place
3:00 p.m.: Championship Game
Online yearbooks orders: http://bit.ly/1F7JAZZ.
Yearbook Order Deadline: February 12, 2015
Price will go up to $80.00 after 02/12/15
Class of 2015:
NEW this year: Design your own senior ad!
Purchase and design your ad at the following link: http://bit.ly/1wQYL3k
Deadline to Buy/Create Senior Ads: January 5, 2015
Senior Baby Pictures
Seniors can submit baby pictures for the 2015 yearbook HERE.
Deadline to submit baby pictures: January 5, 2015
Please email any questions to Mrs. Christina Krentel: ckrentel@madison.k12.al.us.
Important Announcement!
EXCELLENCE IN ACTION
Congratulations Mikaela Brock, All-State Jazz Band
7th Place - Swede Umbach Invitational
Congratulations to head coach, Dave Barden, and the BHS Wrestlers!
On December 12th and 13th, our varsity wrestlers traveled to Auburn, Alabama to compete in the Swede Umbach Invitational. The Bucks placed 7th in the tournament that featured some of the top wrestlers and wrestling programs in the southeast!Individual Results:
Jaquis Freeman (160-lb) FIRST place!!
Champ. Round 1 - Zaquis Freeman (Buckhorn High School) 4-0 won by fall over Connor Burk (Benjamin Russell High School) 0-2 (Fall 0:45)
Quarterfinal - Zaquis Freeman (Buckhorn High School) 4-0 won by decision over Reece Argo (Hewitt Trussville HS) 3-2 (Dec 12-6)
Semi-final - Zaquis Freeman (Buckhorn High School) 4-0 won by major decision over Jacarius Gullatte (Auburn High School) 5-4 (MD 15-4)
1st Place Match - Zaquis Freeman (Buckhorn High School) 4-0 won in sudden victory - 1 over Jordan Chafi (Ooltewah) 3-1 (SV-1 9-7)
Jordan Thompson (152-lb) THIRD place!
Champ. Round 1 - Jordan Thompson (Buckhorn High School) 5-1 won by major decision over Jonathan Foshee (Auburn High School) 3-7 (MD 14-3).
Quarterfinal - Oscar Noguera (Jeff Davis High School) 8-4 won by fall over Jordan Thompson (Buckhorn High School) 5-1 (Fall 2:44)
Cons. Round 2 - Jordan Thompson (Buckhorn High School) 5-1 won by fall over Josh Ream (Fort Walton Beach HS) 1-2 (Fall 3:50)
Cons. Round 3 - Jordan Thompson (Buckhorn High School) 5-1 won by fall over Justin Breedlove (Benjamin Russell High School) 1-2 (Fall 1:55)
Cons. Semi-finals - Jordan Thompson (Buckhorn High School) 5-1 won by decision over Xzaveous Mitchell (Opelika HS) 11-2 (Dec 13-7)
3rd Place Match - Jordan Thompson (Buckhorn High School) 5-1 won by fall over Oscar Noguera (Jeff Davis High School) 8-4 (Fall 4:10)
Stone Barden (106-lb) FOURTH place!
Champ. Round 1 - Stone Barden (Buckhorn High School) 4-2 won by major decision over Saxon Coker (Benjamin Russell High School) 4-7 (MD 14-3)
Quarterfinal - Wesley Slick (Oxford HS) 14-6 won by decision over Stone Barden (Buckhorn High School) 4-2 (Dec 11-4)
Cons. Round 2 - Stone Barden (Buckhorn High School) 4-2 won by fall over Cameron Russell (Ooltewah) 0-5 (Fall 0:50)
Cons. Round 3 - Stone Barden (Buckhorn High School) 4-2 won by fall over Ben Byerman (Chelsea) 9-4 (Fall 4:08)
Cons. Semi - Stone Barden (Buckhorn High School) 4-2 won by decision over Keelan Gibb (Hewitt Trussville HS) 7-2 (Dec 7-6)
3rd Place Match - Wesley Slick (Oxford HS) 14-6 won by decision over Stone Barden (Buckhorn High School) 4-2 (Dec 12-10)
Kevin Perry (120-lb) FOURTH place!
Champ. Round 1 - Kevin Perry (Buckhorn High School) 3-2 won by decision over Michael Parker (Benjamin Russell High School) 5-6 (Dec 4-2)
Quarterfinal - Kevin Perry (Buckhorn High School) 3-2 won by decision over Chandler Lawrence (Opelika) 4-5 (Dec 11-4)
Semi-final - Zachary Van Alst (Montgomery Catholic High School) 14-0 won by fall over Kevin Perry (Buckhorn High School) 3-2 (Fall 3:06)
Cons. Semi - Kevin Perry (Buckhorn High School) 3-2 won by fall over Michael Parker (Benjamin Russell High School) 5-6 (Fall 3:23)
3rd Place Match - Raymond Hunter (Lee County) 21-3 won by major decision over Kevin Perry (Buckhorn High School) 3-2 (MD 9-0)
Sean Parish (113-lb) and Wes Perry (138-lb), both won two of four matches, with two pins each. Jimmy Travis (182-lb), won one of three matches, with one pin, and Cameron England (285-lb), won his first match by major decision over Dmitri Anderson (Auburn High School) 2-3 (MD 10-0).
Source: Play-by-Play - Track Wrestling, Swede Umbach Invitational
Picture Credit: via Facebook
Picture Credit: via Facebook
Picture Credit: via Facebook
BHS JROTC Cadets Chosen as the Parade Grand Marshall
Parade Picture Credits via Facebook | New Market Christmas Parade
Mrs. Hilary Brickhouse - BHS Science PLTW - Human Body Systems
Mrs. Hilary Brickhouse
Project Lead the Way (PLTW)
Human Body Systems (HBS)
BHS Band Prepares for Concert
Hallway & Door Decorating Contest
Mrs. Jenny Massey
The Polar Express
English Hallway
Mrs. Penny Wood
Ginger Bread Land was the 2nd place hallway winner!
Ms. Kaitlyn Gokee
1st Place Door Winner
Mrs. Sarah Fanning
Ms. Mary Ellen Skinner
Ms. Rosemary Gibbs
Mr. Matt Massey
Mr. Bill Livermore
Mrs. Christina Krentel/Yearbook
Ms. Meg Jones
2014 Football Banquet
Picture Credit: Mr. David Carroll
Picture Credit: Mr. David Carroll
Early Graduate Meeting
discusses important dates
with the early graduates.
goes over financial aide
opportunities.
Possible Parking Spaces Available January 5, 2015
Currently, Buckhorn High School does not have any more parking spaces available. We hope to have an additional 49 spaces available on Monday, January 5th. A waiting list began December 1st beginning with seniors. In order to be put on the waiting list you will need a registration card filled out, along with $20. Students may pick up a registration card for their vehicle in Ms. McCutcheon’s office.
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 which are reserved for veterans inscribed information only or $200.00 for a 8X8 beige brick paver which can be inscribed with veterans information or other civilian sponsors information who want to help.
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.
Public Feedback Still Sought For Alabama College- and Career-Ready Standards
There is still time to provide the Alabama State Department of Education with invaluable input on how the Alabama College- and Career-Ready Standards can be improved.
Now through the week of December 15, 2014, the public can go to the Standards Review Homepage and offer feedback on each standard for English Language Arts and Mathematics by grade. Each week, standards for each grade are available for review and comment. While the 7th Grade review is featured this week, participants can still access all available review forms.
The purpose of the review is to help raise awareness of what the standards actually require students to learn and assist the ALSDE in strengthening the standards where needed. The department is working continually to ensure that all students graduate with the knowledge and skills they need for college and career, and parents, educators, business and industry, and civic leaders are critical to this effort.
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Happy Holidays from the Libraries of the Madison County School System
Click on the video below to admire our festive libraries decorated with trees made of books, trees decorated with books, wreaths, trees, and ornaments made of damaged books, and lots more.
Video Credit: Mrs. Vickey Sullivan, Technology Integration Specialist.
Upcoming Events & Activities
2014-15 MADISON COUNTY SCHOOLS' CALENDAR
JANUARY - 2015
2 (F) Madison County Teacher Institute, BHS Choir Performance, Lee High School
2 (F) MS/JV Wrestling, James Clemens Tournament, TBA
3 (S) Varsity Wrestling, James Clemens Varsity Duals Tournament, TBA
3 (S) Basketball @ Sparkman, JVG/JVB-3PM, FB/VG-4:30, VB-6PM
5 (M) Students Return to School
6 (T) Basketball @ Ft. Payne, JVG-4PM, JVB-4:30PM, VG-6PM, VB-7:30PM
6 (T) Report Cards
9 (F) Basketball vs. Grissom, HOME, JVG/JVB-4:30PM, FB/VG-6PM, VB-7:30PM
9-10 Varsity Wrestling, Alabama Duals, Thompson High School, Alabaster, AL, 9AM
13 (T) Basketball vs. Austin, HOME, JVG/JVB-4:30PM, FB/VG-6PM, VB-7:30PM
16 (F) Basketball vs. Gadsden City, HOME, JVG/JVB-4:30PM, FB/VG-6PM, VB-7:30PM
16 (F) JV Scholars' Team, ASCA JV Regional Tournament, TBA
17 (S) Varsity Wrestling, Grissom Duals, Grissom High School, 9AM
19 (M) Martin Luther King Holiday
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
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
27 (T) Basketball @ Hazel Green, JVG/JVB-4:30PM, FB/VG-6PM, VB-7:30PM
27 (T) 3-Week Progress Report
28 (W) Scholars' Team, County Competition 1, All Teams, Career Academy, 2:45-5:30PM
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) Scholars' Team, County Competition 2, All Teams, Career Academy, 2:45-5:30PM
5-9 VG/VB Basketball Area Tournament, TBD
6-7 Varsity Wrestling, Sectionals, TBA
7 (SA) ACT Test
10 (T) ACT WorkKeys Test
11 (W) Scholars' Team, County Competition 3, All Teams, Career Academy, 2:45-5:30PM
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 (Sadie Hawkins), BHS Cafeteria, TBA
16 (M) Presidents' Day Holiday
18 (W) Scholars' Team, County Competition 4, All Teams, Career Academy, 2:45-5:30PM
19 (TH) 6-Week Progress Report
24 (T) ACT WorkKeys Make-Up Test
25 (W) Scholars' Team, County Competition 5, All Teams, Career Academy, 2:45-5:30PM
MARCH
6 (F) Scholars' Team, County Tournament, All Teams, Central Office, All day
7 (S) Varsity Scholars' Team, ASCA's Regional Tournament, Arab Junior High
7 (S) Military Ball
8 (Su) Choir, Chamber Choir Masterwork Performance with Huntsville Youth Orchestra
8 (Su) Daylight Saving Time Begins (Move clocks forward one hour)
10 (T) Choir, State Choral Performance Assessment
13 (F) End of Grading Period
14 (S) Pi Day
19 (TH) Report Cards
23-27 Spring Break
APRIL
3 (F) Varsity Scholars' Team, Sneed State Tournament, Sneed State College, All day
9 (TH) 3-Week Progress Reports
9-11 Choir, All-State Choir Festival
10 (F) Varsity Scholars' Team, ASCA's State Tournament, Jefferson State C.C.
11 (S) Prom, VBC, 8PM-12AM
17 (F) Teacher Professional Development (1/2 Day for Students)
18 (SA) ACT Test
20 (M) Quality Core End of Course Testing Begins (Algebra I & English 10)
22 (W) Administrative Professionals' Day
23 (TH) Take Your Child to Work Day
28 (T) ACT Plus Writing (11th Grade), BHS, 8:30AM
30 (TH) 6-Week Progress Report
30 (M) ELL ACCESS Testing Begins
MAY
1 (M) Alabama Alternative Assessment Online, All submissions are due by 5PM
2 (SU) Read Across America
3-9 Teacher Appreciation Week
4-8 School Nutrition Employee Week
6 (W) School Nurse Day
12 (T) ACT Plus Writing Makeup (11th Grade), BHS, 8:30AM
12 (T) Choir, Spring Concert, 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)
ACT/SAT Announcements
ACT Results - Seniors (last year's juniors) who participated in the state ACT testing and received college-reportable scores will be able to view their scores and score report on a free ACT Web account they create. 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.
2015 ACT Test Dates & Deadlines
Test Date: February 7, 2015
Registration Deadline: January 9, 2015 | Late Fee Required: January 10–16, 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
Please Note: All current eleventh graders (Class of 2016) will take the ACT Plus Writing at BHS (free of charge) on Tuesday, April 28, 2015. The make-up date for the ACT Plus Writing assessment is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2015. A username and password for online ACT test prep will be provided to all current eleventh graders prior to the ACT test in April. Date TBA. ACT study packets can be picked up in the guidance office.
Counselor Contacts: Mrs. Dee Gordon, Mr. Dan Schwanke, Mrs. Stephanie Wheeler
2015 SAT Test Dates & Deadlines
Test Date: January 24, 2015
Registration Deadline: December 29, 2014 | Late Registration : January 13, 2015
* Deadlines expire at midnight, EDT (U.S.).
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.).
2014-15 Madison County Schools' Testing Schedule, All Grade Levels.
Senior Announcements
Senior Yearbook Ads
NEW this year! Design your own senior ad!
Click HERE to purchase and design your senior yearbook ad.
Deadline to buy/create senior ads: January 5, 2015
Senior Baby Pictures
Seniors can submit baby pictures for the 2015 yearbook HERE.
Deadline to submit baby pictures: January 5, 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
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.
College Information
UAB University Honors Program - Application deadline: December 15, 2014.
Apply at www.uab.edu/universityhonorsprogram
University of North Alabama (UNA) Excellence Scholarships - Application Deadline: December 15, 2014. Apply at www.una.edu/financial-aid/scholarship
The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy Early Entry Program
This program allows qualified HS seniors to apply for admission to the school’s professional program and avoid the competitive selection process associated with Regular Entry admission for college juniors. The Early Entry application deadline is December 31, 2014. Contact Megan Upchurch, Regional Admissions Counselor at megan2@olemiss.edu or (662)915-2437
UAH Honors College
Apply at uah.edu/honors
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) will be available January 1. If you need assistance in filling out the form, call Mrs. Irene Steele at the NACEE (North Alabama Center for Educational Excellence) 256-372-4600 to request a free consultation.
If you are planning to play sports in college, make sure you sign up on the NCAA or NAIA website.
The largest source of academic scholarships is from the specific colleges.
Most colleges have scholarship funds for students with particular skills and abilities as well as demonstrated academic evidence. Contact the financial aid office of your college or university to schedule an appointment. Be sure to ask for any lists of scholarships or other aid available to students.
Please check with each scholarship contact for the most current information.
Scholarships & Special Programs
Application Deadline: December 15, 2014
Amount of Award: Varies
Award Overview:
Burger King wants to help students gain access to a higher education. Students eligible to earn a scholarship and be BURGER KINGS Scholars are:
• High school seniors, BURGER KING® employees, their dependent children, spouses or domestic partners living in the U.S., Puerto Rico or Canada
• High school seniors must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
• Plan to enroll full-time for the 2015-16 academic year at an accredited 2- or 4-year school
Apply at https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/burgerkingscholars/
Application Deadline: December 15, 2014
Amount of Award: $10,000.00 - $25,000.00
Award Overview:
$10,000 (state level) and an additional $15,000 (national level). State level winner in every state. Information and application at www.axa-achievement.com
Application Deadline: December 18, 2014
Awarded by the NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation.
Visit www.NFIB.com/YEA for more information and to apply.
AQHF Swayze Woodruff Memorial Mid-South Scholarship
Application Deadline: December 2014
Amount of Award: Varies
Scholarship Overview:
Ideal candidates have been a member of AQHA (American Quarter Horse Association) or AQHYA (American Quarter Horse Youth Association) for at least one year who is from Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi or Tennessee, and who competes in AQHA-approved shows. Member must apply during their senior year of high school or while enrolled at an accredited college or university. Recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative 2.5 grade point average. Current or previous AQHF scholarship recipients are not eligible to receive this scholarship. Funding for this scholarship will be applied to a four-year undergraduate degree program of the student's choice. For more information, please visit their website.
The Alabama School Public Relations Association
Application Deadline: January 1, 2015
Amount of Award: $500.00
Scholarship Overview:
ALSPRA offers financial support to students who plan to enroll in an Alabama college or university after high school graduation and who plan to seek a degree in communication, public relations or a related field. Student members who are eligible may apply for the $500 education scholarship. One scholarship awarded. The candidate must be interested in pursuing a public relations major, communication major or emphasis track at a university or college within the state of Alabama. The candidate must be a high school junior or senior at an Alabama public school with a minimum grade point average of
3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Application available at http://www.alspra.org/. Essay required.
USC School of Cinematic Arts (SCA)
Application Opens: January 5, 2015
Amount of Award: $10,000.00 - $25,000.00
Scholarship Overview:
The Steven and Alexandra Cohen Fund for Student Support is a need-based scholarship for freshmen applying to the SCA programs. The Steven and Alexandra Cohen Fund for Student Support will provide substantial awards ranging from $10,000 - $25,000. We hope that this scholarship will support and encourage students who may be deterred from considering USC and SCA due to financial reasons. To learn more about this scholarship, please visit the following link: http://cinema.usc.edu/scholarships/.
2015 John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest
Application Deadline: January 5, 2015
First place $10,000.00
For guidelines visit: www.jfklibrary.org
Ole Miss METP (Mississippi Excellence in Teaching Program)
Application Deadline: January 5, 2015
Amount of Award: Full 4-Year Scholarship, Plus Stipends
Scholarship Overview:
The most valuable education scholarship ever offered in Mississippi, provides extensive benefits for top performing students who want to become secondary math or English teachers in Mississippi. Full 4 year scholarship plus room & board; $1,000 technology stipend; $6,000 study abroad/off campus learning; professional development and more. Apply online at metp.olemiss.edu, click on Apply to METP tab. Also apply to the Honors College on the Special Programs and Scholarship Application tab.
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program
Application Deadline: January 8, 2015
Amount of Award: $10,000.00
Scholarship Overview:
In honor of the legacy and character of President Ronald Reagan, this program annually rewards up to 20 college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive,
integrity, and citizenship with $10,000 renewable scholarships (up to $40,000 per recipient). Criteria for selection includes financial need. Apply at: http://www.reaganfoundation.org/GE-RFScholarships.aspx
The APIASF (Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund)
General Scholarships
Application Deadline: January 9, 2015
Amount of Awards: $2,500.00 - $15,000.00
Scholarship Overview:
Please visit: http://www.apiasf.org/scholarship_apiasf.html to see the list of the current scholarship opportunities available and requirements associated with each scholarship. You only need to complete one application. Based on the answers you submit, you will be automatically considered for the scholarships for which you are eligible to receive. Please note that more scholarships may become available throughout the application cycle but you will not have to submit a second application.
Application Deadline: January 9, 2015
Amount of Award: $3000.00
Scholarship Overview:
The Linly Heflin Scholarship Committee grants four year scholarships in the amount of $3,000 per year to a limited number of Alabama women who have both significant economic need and a sound academic record. Scholarship instructions and applications can be downloaded at www.linlyheflin.org
Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) Program
Application Deadline: January 14, 2015
Amount of Award: Varies
The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) Program selects 1,000 talented students each year to receive a good-through-graduation scholarship to use at any college or university of their choice. The 2015 GMS Online Application is open until the Wednesday, January 14, 2015 11:59 pm EST deadline. For the complete list of eligibility criteria, click here.
American Red Cross BloodStock Scholarship Challenge
Deadline: January 15
Amount of Award: $1000.00 - $2000.00
Scholarship Overview:
-Blood Drive must be held between December 15 and January 15.
-Attend face-to-face planning meeting(s)and stay in close contact with your American Red Cross Representative.
-Find a blood drive location with the help of your American Red Cross Representative.
-Recruit and schedule at least 46 blood donors from friends, family and potential past donor lists supplied by the American Red Cross.
-Help recruit volunteers to assist at the blood drive (greeters, canteen).
-Be at the blood drive for the entire drive to better ensure the success of your BloodStock Drive.
-Collect a minimum of 35 units of blood from volunteer blood donors to enter the drawing for a $1000 scholarship.
*Scholarship check will be made payable to the College/University the student is or will be attending, not to the individual.
NEW! Young Women’s Art and Design Scholarships
Application Deadline: January 16, 2015
Amount of Award: Up to $40,000.00
Scholarship Overview:
Awarded by W.A.D.E., multiple awards up to $40,000. Application website Applications are available at www.brenau.edu/fineartshumanities/wade.
The point of contact is Sally Conn at sconn@brennau.edu
Redstone Arsenal Community Women's Club Merit Awards
Deadline: January 31, 2015
Amount of Award: Varies
Scholarship Overview:
These financial awards are available to graduating High School Seniors, College Students, and Spouses who are family members of the US Military and DoD Civilians whose primary residence is within the Redstone Arsenal Community (within a 50 mile radius), and who meet eligibility requirements. The 2014-2015 scholarship application is available at
www.rsacwc.org. Contact the Merit Award Chair for further information:
atrsacwcmeritawards@gmail.com.
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship
Application Deadline: February 1, 2015
Amount of Award: $2,500
375 winners. Apply early! Information and application at www.axa-achievement.com
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: February 15, 2015
Amount of Award: $24,000.00
Scholarship Overview:
We are pleased to inform you that the Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Application is now available for review beginning October 15th, with the online application going live November 1st. Students may visit www.jackierobinson.org to learn more about the organization that The New York Times described as providing “what might be the educational effort in the country.” Each new JRF Scholar receives $24,000 over four years to attend a four-year accredited college or university. In addition to cash grants, JRF Scholars participate in our extensive, four-year program that includes: mentoring, leadership development, practical skill-building, internship and job counseling and placement, and a myriad networking opportunities. Over 1,400 JRF Scholars have been selected since the first awards were made in 1973. To learn more about the foundation and our program click here.
Enter the 8th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship
Deadline: February 18, 2015
Amount of Award: $10,000.00 & $1,000.00 for your school
Contest Overview:
Design a greeting card and you could win a $10,000 scholarship plus, your entry will be made into a bona fide greeting card by the leading publisher of premium quality cards in the United States, The Gallery Collection. For more information, visit:
http://www.gallerycollection.com/greetingcardscontests.htm
100 Black Men of America, Greater Huntsville Chapter
Deadline: March 1, 2015
Amount of Award: $1000.00 (10)
Scholarship Overview:
Scholarships are awarded annually to selected graduating high school seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence and community involvement as they pursue a goal of higher education. Scholarships will be awarded to those who plan to attend an accredited two or four- year college/university or technical school as a full-time student beginning the fall of 2015. The scholarships are provided to individuals on an equal opportunity basis regardless of race, sex, creed, or religious preference. The scholarships are awarded in the amount of $1,000 per recipient. For additional information and application, please visit our website at www.100bmoaghc.com. You may also contact the scholarship committee chair for further information at rjdavis@knology.net.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Young Scholars Program
Deadline: Opens Mid-January - Ends Mid-March 2015
Amount of Award: Financial Support from the 8th grade through high school
Program Overview:
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Young Scholars Program offers the most personalized, generous scholarship and educational support to exceptionally promising students from families across the nation who have financial need. Young Scholars receive comprehensive educational advising and financial support from the 8th grade through high school to pursue their unique academic and talent goals. The application period is open from mid-January to mid-March. Up to 60 Young Scholars are selected for this program each year. Final notification is in the early fall. Visit the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Young Scholars Program Website for an application and more information.
Pro-Air, Pro-Earth Scholarship
Deadline: March 17, 2015
Amount of Award: $2000.00
Scholarship Overview:
Sponsored by Pro-Air Services, Inc. 7th annual scholarship opportunity for area high school seniors. The scholarship will be a $2,000.00 scholarship. It will be awarded to an area high school student who meets the following criteria:
- Plan to attend a technical, two year or four year college upon graduation from high school.
- Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher and/or a score equal to or greater than 24/1650 on the ACT/SAT.
- Provide a written essay that defines a Pro-Earth person.
- Provide our organization with Pro-Earth recommendations that can be implemented following being named the award recipient.
- Mail completed essay and letter from high school guidance counselor (with contact information) certifying GPA/Test Scores and post secondary education plans to:
Pro-Air Services, Inc., C/O Pro-Earth Scholarship, PO Box 5054, Decatur, AL 35601
Post marked deadline for applicants will be March 17th, 2015. Winner of the Pro-Earth Scholarship to be named April 13th, 2015. For additional information or questions, please have your guidance counselor contact Jason Putman at jasonp@pro-air.net or at (256) 353-4446 or (256) 858-8500
American Red Cross Youth Volunteer
Ongoing
Program Overview:
The American Red Cross Youth Services is a multi-faceted program for youth (15-17), offering many activities and courses for every age level. Youth programs build character and provide the tools and experience youth need for leadership, strong communication skills, and service. By interacting with those in need, Red Cross youth volunteers establish a sense of awareness and personal achievement while developing these skills. Online Application
SunTrust's 'Off to College' Sweepstakes
Deadline: Ongoing, September 15th through Mid-May
Amount of Award: $1000.00
Sweepstakes Overview:
The 2014-15 'Off to College Sweepstakes' will begin on September 15, 2014. High school seniors and current college students can win a $1,000 scholarship.
University of West Alabama BOSS Scholarship
Application Deadline: July 2015
Amount of Award: $8500.00 ( Renewable up to 4 years)
Scholarship Overview:
A grant awarded to UWA by the National Science Foundation will allow up to 8 students per year the opportunity to participate in a scholarship and mentoring program designed to help them achieve their academic and career goals. The University of West Alabama Biology Opportunities and Scholarships for Success (UWA BOSS) through funding from the National Sciences Foundation (NSF) aims to:
- To increase enrollment of academically talented undergraduate students majoring in biological and environmental sciences.
- To increase retention and graduation rates of students majoring in biological and environmental sciences.
- To increase the number of successful biological and environmental sciences graduates joining the workforce or graduate schools through support for career exploration and professional development opportunities.
For more information and application, visit: www.uwa.edu/uwaboss/
ACHE Junior & Community College Performing Arts Scholarship Program
Deadline: Varies
Amount of Award: Varies
Scholarship Overview:
An award not to exceed in-state tuition only for attendance at public junior and community colleges in Alabama. Awards are based on demonstrated talent determined through competitive auditions. Awards are not based on financial needs.
This award is for full-time students attending public junior and community colleges in Alabama. Contact the financial aid office at any public junior or community college in Alabama to apply. Competitive auditions will also be scheduled as part of the application process. For more information, please visit their website.
Alabama Student Grant Program
Deadline: Varies
Amount of Award: Up to $1200.00 per year
Program Overview:
The Alabama Student Grant Program is an award of grant assistance at an eligible independent Alabama college or university and is not based on need. Up to $1200 per academic year with maximum amount available only when sufficient funds are available.
Who may apply?
Undergraduate students--both half-time and full-time--who are Alabama residents attending Birmingham-Southern College, Concordia College, Faulkner University, Huntingdon College, Judson College, Miles College, Oakwood College, Samford University, Selma University, Southeastern Bible College, Southern Vocational College, Spring Hill College, Stillman College, and the University of Mobile.
How to apply?
Applications are available from the financial aid office at the institution you plan to attend. Application deadline dates are printed on the application form.
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:
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.
2014-15 Madison County Schools' Calendar
Please be aware of the revisions that were made to this year’s calendar. This year's school calendar includes four half-days for professional development on September 26th, October 31st, February 13th, and April 17th. Students will attend the first half of the school day on each of these dates. Fall Break has returned this year and will be October 6th - 10th. We will also observe President’s Day on Monday, February 16, 2015. All other holidays/breaks remain the same as previous years.
Previous Editions of The Blue & Gold
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
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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
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