Maverick News
November 3, 2020
Registration for Spring Classes - Deadline is 11/15
Elective Classes for Next Semester
Contemporary Literature
If you want a fun, hands-on, project-based class with no textbooks or tests, keep reading. We'll design pages for the yearbook in the third quarter, then work on the school webcast, MC360, in the fourth quarter. You'll learn how to shoot quality HD video, record audio and edit like a pro. Fun fact: I was a TV news reporter before becoming a teacher. Email me if you're interested in this dynamic class: scott.michaels@dpsnc.net
Picture Day - Currently on Hold
DTCC Virtual Transfer Tours - Until 11/5
The panels will include topics such as choosing a major, scholarships for transfer students, and transfer as a returning student, military veteran, or international student. The Tour will also feature live and interactive information sessions from a wide variety of colleges and universities.
Student registration is going on now, so reserve your spot for the college presentations and panel discussions you want. Students may attend an unlimited number of sessions at no cost. Select the sessions you wish to attend by registering here.
Town Hall - Friday 11/6
Virtual College Tours
Although visiting campuses is difficult right now, our four-year university partners still warmly welcome your virtual visits. Below are opportunities to learn about degree programs, transfer admissions, financial aid, and more.
East Carolina University
You can drop in for a virtual visit to ask questions on Friday, November 18, 10 a.m. - noon.
Campbell University
Speak with Campbell University admissions representative David Williams on November 10, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Click here.
UNC Chapel Hill School of Nursing
Learn more about UNC Chapel Hill’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing on Wednesday, November 18, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Join here.
UNC Greensboro
UNCG will host a Transfer Information Program on Tuesday, November 10, 3 p.m. Sign up information is available here. In addition, Admissions Counselor Melissa Garrison will hold a virtual visit on Monday, November 16 at 3 p.m. (register here).
ECU Pirate Promise - Nov. 18
Counselor's Corner with Ms. Machak
Counselor Corner
- Seniors! If you haven’t filled out your NC Residency or FAFSA, now is the time. Learn about what documents you need at this link
- Emily K Center’s Game Plan College has Wellness Wednesday programs each Wednesday at 2:30 – Check out the upcoming sessions and sign up at the Wellness Wednesday photo below.
- Wednesday 11/4 @ 1:30pm DTCC Career Services will be hosting a session on Interview Skills for students. This is a great session for both seniors and juniors to learn basic interview techniques prior to college, job, or summer opportunity interviews
- Friday 11/6 @ 11am Monthly Town Hall
- Tuesday 11/17 @ 4pm Deadline to submit applications for Governor’s School to Mrs. Machak. Juniors interested in applying to Governor’s School that need help on their application should schedule an appointment with Mrs. Machak. Information regarding application available on Canvas.
Scholarship Corner
- Carolina Youth Power Fund is currently giving out $500 grants to people trying to get out the vote apply at bit.ly/carolinagrants
- NC Central’s Cheatham-White is a fully funded four-year scholarship. The scholarship covers full tuition and fees, housing, meals, textbooks, a laptop, travel, and personal expenses. Each scholarship also provides four summers of fully funded enrichment and networking opportunities that may include international travel and study.
- Criteria for the Cheatham White scholarship is listed below
- Have a minimum weighted cumulative GPA of 4.0 or higher.
- Have a minimum SAT score of 1280 or a minimum ACT score of 28.
- Show exceptional qualities of character and leadership.
- Be significantly involved in extracurricular activities.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to service.
- If you missed the school-nomination, no problem! Submit a self-nomination form to apply.
Please Sign Up for a Required Training November 13th
Say Something Anonymous Training will take place on November 13th. This training will go through a short video and information on how to use the Say Something Anonymous Reporting system. This is a part of the see-something-say-something initiative, and we need your participation. Each year, students are required to take a training on how to use the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System. Please RSVP below for the time that works the best for your schedule on Friday November 13th. The training will take 30 minutes. The link for the presentation is here, and will also be sent out the day prior.
Duke Students Offer Free Tutoring in High School Classes
Audacity Labs is pleased to announce that starting this week, all DPS high schoolers can schedule tutoring with Duke students for support with math and literacy on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Tutoring will take place over Zoom through four, 30 min. slots on these evenings from 6:30pm-8:30pm. These sessions are entirely free in pursuit of providing the needed academic support for success in a virtual environment. I have attached a video tutorial of how to go about setting up a tutoring session on these evenings.
We have been enabled to provide this support with our newly formed partnership with Duke's America Reads America Counts chapter. Each of these tutors have undergone extensive training to work with diverse populations of students with a trauma-informed care approach. Our tutors have also all passed a background check.
You can find the link to schedule tutor sessions here: https://www.audacitylabs.org/schedulingevents
Yearbook Photo Contest Entries
Amiyah Gibbs-Jones
Mavs on Skates
William Johnson
Photo Contest #4 - Deadline is 11/25
Email: mchsmaverickyearbook@gmail.com or send to your student yearbook rep.
Celebrate Good Times, Come On!
Mavs Across America - Third Stop is Oklahoma
About Us
Email: scott.michaels@dpsnc.net
Website: http://mchs.dpsnc.net
Location: 1616 Cooper St., Newton Bldg.
Phone: 919-536-7203
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