IHS Shark News
April 25-29
GMAS Testing Begins- Taking Care of Business
Check out this week's upcoming events, opportunities, and reminders.
Monday, April 25th C Day -Regular Advisement
No Free Dress Down
Free DRESS UP and Take Care of Business Week (See below for Business Dress Guide)
Final Monday Morning Advisement Circle
Check In, Build Connections, April Healthy Activities Discussion
Tuesday, April 26th- A Day-
Valdosta State University Visit @ 10:30A
Superintendent Senate Meeting @ 10:45A
Cross Country Information Session @ 3PM - College and Career Room
Wednesday, April 27th - B Day- Administrative Professionals Day
SCCPSS CTAE Student and Community Advisory Meeting @ 8:30A
Georgia FFA State Convention- Macon, Georgia
Thursday, April 28th - Modified A Day - GMAS Testing
GMAS End of Course Testing- Algebra 1
Athletics Awards Night - Part I @ 6PM - Performance Hall (Basketball,
Cross County, Lacrosse, Soccer)
Georgia FFA State Convention- Macon, Georgia
Friday, April 29th -Modified B Day- GMAS Testing
GMAS End of Course Testing- US History
Georgia FFA State Convention-Macon, Georgia
Saturday, April 30th
SCCPSS Books, Blanket, and Family Fun @ Daffin Park 10A-3P
Looking Ahead
Mark Your Calendar: April and May Spring Testing Schedules
Also review for COVID Protocols and Notification
THE LATEST NEWS
GMAS & AP Testing: April 28-May 12
Algebra 1
American Literature
Biology
US History
Additionally, students will be completing their Advanced Placement (AP) Course Exams during this time as well in the following courses.
United States Government and Politics
Environmental Science
Psychology
English Literature and Composition
Human Geography
Statistics
United States History
Art History
Calculus AB
English Language and Composition
Spanish Language and Culture
World History: Modern
Biology
It is critically important that all of our students are in attendance during this testing window. While our school day schedule will be modified, students will still have an opportunity to see each of their course teachers during the week and will be expected to remain engaged as we #FINish the year Strong! For more information and resources on both of these examinations, please click on information below:
Dress Code Reminder and Remix
No More Free Student Dress Downs this Year.
Remix: However, as we begin our season of testing, we invite our students to take care of business and DRESS UP in business attire on Monday as we start the week.
Note: Students participating in our Taking Care of Business Dress Up will be recognized in our FINishStrong Friday celebration and recognitions.
Students observed not in compliance with dress code or Dress Up Business attire will be expected to get compliant by reporting to uniform closet located in ISS and/or contact parent to bring appropriate clothing. Thank you for your partnership in helping us ensure our students are dressed for success. Please refer to our dress code located in the student handbook for clarification.
End of the Year Medication Pick Up
Link: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1rbybpVStdHD_Widyk-ErIcDamKghedap
Rising 11th Grade Immunization Requirement
Link: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1IWteJwe_8OZCY_XXt9LhEYTB0tD-Eh1m
Archways to Opportunity Program
Archways University Partnership 1
Archways University Partnership 2
Employment Opportunities
This program is open to all employees and eligibility begins at 90 days of employment with weekly shift minimums of just 15 hours. Employees can get up to $2,500/year for crew members or $3,000 for managers to attend any accredited four-year university, community college or trade school. They are looking for great valuable managers and team members to join their ever growing team. Theyoffer many benefits including: Competitive wages, paid time off, free Telemedicine for employee and family members, insurance benefits, 30% employee discount nationwide, flexible scheduling, free meals and uniform components. In addition to these great benefits they are currently offering any new team members hired at the Whitemarsh Island location between 4/1/2022 and 6/30/2022 a $300 new hire bonus if they average 15 hours per week and are dependable for your scheduled shifts.REMINDER NEWS
Mark Your Calendar: Band Spring Concert (May)
IHS Performance Hall
Come watch our Intermediate Band, Advanced Band, Mastery Band, Jazz Band, student solos and ensembles, and Music Theory students' composition performances at this free event!
Get your tickets for Savannah Bananas Night for Islands High School!
In addition to a highly entertaining baseball game your $20 ticket includes all you can eat hamburgers, cheeseburgers, chicken sandwiches, hotdogs, popcorn, cookies, soda and water. Saturday June 11, 2022 vs Wilmington Sharks $20 All-You-Can-Eat ticket Gates open at 5:30pm, Game starts at 7:00pm Kids 3 and under are FREE A percentage of the ticket price will go to support the IHS VPA Booster Club and the arts at Islands High School for the 2022-23 school year.
Click below to order your tickets or use the QR Code below. https://bananas.fansfirsttickets.com/order/group/VPAislandsbooster/
FBLA Leadership Team Applications 2022-2023
Please click on the link for the Google Form. Due to the pandemic of the last two years, we are doing a complete reboot of FBLA and therefore all students are eligible to apply for a leadership position--even if you have not been in FBLA in the past. Remember, FBLA is open to all students. It looks great on a college resume, you learn leadership skills, make lifelong connections with students here and across the nation, you can earn scholarships, and so much more. So take the challenge.
Join FBLA and apply for one of the leadership positions.
Application deadline is April 26th. Just follow this link and read the directions: https://forms.gle/hKe4zRbzs54vFQyB6
Join FBLA for the 2022-2023 school year by April 30 and save 50% on annual dues.
There will be a member only lunchtime cookout for students that return their completed 2022-2023 membership form and pay dues via School Cash before April 30. The cookout will take place during the month of May.
Annual dues is just $10 during this early bird special event! Click HERE to Apply Now
COVID Notification and Absence
2021- 2022 Yearbooks on Sale Now
2022 yearbooks can be purchased at yearbookordercenter.com (school code: 10915). Early bird special price of $70 until August 31. Price increases to $80 September 1.
**Seniors: A personalized yearbook is included in your senior dues (if paid in full by December 1, 2020). Please do not order a yearbook online at this time.
Students interested in Medical Field
The Volunteen Program is for area students that are between the ages of 15-18 years old. These participants will gain experience at a Level 1 Trauma Center. They are seeking applicants that can commit to a minimum of 40 hours of service during a six-week period. The application deadline is Friday, May 07, 2022. For more details and the application package, please see your counselor.
COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY - April 30th
Outland Island Wildlife Center 2022 Fairy and Gnome Festival
Click HERE for More Information
USG Offers Temporary Option for Fall 2022 Admission
For Fall Semester, the remaining institutions have two options to make admission decisions:
1. Use existing freshman index that includes test scores for either the SAT or ACT.
2. Allow students to apply for Fall 2022 admission without submitting ACT or SAT scores.
Students must still meet all other admission requirements, including adjusted minimum grade point average eligibility thresholds for each USG sector, which are as follows: 3.4 for research universities, 3.2 for comprehensive universities and 3.0 for state universities. State colleges have open admission policies and accept all qualified applicants.Students who have SAT/ACT scores may still submit them, and test scores are required to apply for Zell Miller scholarships. The test optional path is not available for dual enrollment. Students applying for dual enrollment must still meet existing admissions requirements.
Research Universities
Augusta University
Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia State University
University of Georgia
Comprehensive Universities
Georgia Southern University, Kennesaw State University, University of West Georgia, Valdosta State University
State Universities
Albany State University, Clayton State University, Columbus State University, Fort Valley State University, Georgia College & State University, Georgia Southwestern State University, Middle Georgia State University, Savannah State University, University of North Georgia
State Colleges
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, Atlanta Metropolitan State College, College of Coastal Georgia, Dalton State College, East Georgia State College, Georgia Gwinnett College, Georgia Highlands College, Gordon State College, South Georgia State College
SENIORS INTERESTED IN CAREER IN AVIATION FIELD
At this time Savannah Tech has several 8 week programs. Gulfstream is forgoing the interview process with the potential of direct hire once the class is completed!
The upcoming information session will be held on April 15, 2022 at 6:30 pm. Location: 170 Crossroads Parkway in Pooler.
For more information- Click HERE
Interested in Dual Enrollment 2022-2023?
The Dual Enrollment program provides for high school students who are earning dual credit by being enrolled at a participating eligible public or private high school, or home study program in Georgia, and a participating eligible postsecondary institution in Georgia. These students take postsecondary coursework for credit towards both high school graduation or home study completion and postsecondary requirements. If you are interested in pursuing this program and believe you fall under the eligibility criteria, please contact your counselor for more information:
Click HERE for more Information
Last names A-L: Mr. Kamal Piankhi kamal.piankhi@sccpss.com
Last names M-Z: Mrs. Vesna Kabiljo- Avramovski vesna.kabiljo-avramovski@sccpss.com
Attention Seniors: Information Needed and Wanted
We want to recognize your accomplishments and give you a shout out for the amazing future you are planning!!!!
Graduation 2022- May 23rd @ 1PM- Enmarket Arena
Seniors: If you intend to participate in the graduation ceremony and/or Senior Week, you must pay your senior dues. Please see Ms. Bragg (room 102) if you have any questions. (If Ms. Bragg is out, please see Ms. Smith or Mrs. Lindblad.) Your graduation cap/gown is NOT included in your senior dues.
Each Graduating Senior will receive 10 Tickets. More information is forthcoming with details.
Scholarships -NEW ITEMS POSTED
SCCPSS Scholarship Page
https://spwww.sccpss.com/aa/c/Pages/Scholarship-Opportunities-.aspx
ISLANDS HS Scholarship Page
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zccFopcLG--l4JGDRBZUE5EXmhfhKIIQwVDDYJwvMnI/edit?usp=sharing
Class of 2022 Sign Up for REMIND
Book an Appointment with your Counselor and Career Advisor
Mr. Piankhi (Last Names: A-L)
Mrs. Vesna (Last Names: M-Z)
Vesna.Kabiljo-Avramovski@sccpss.com
Ms. Adkins (Career Advisor)
Mrs. Tisinger (Counselor Clerk)
Conferences may also be scheduled via the Request for Appointment sheets located in the guidance office.
Athletics News
Due to rescheduled athletic events, please check out our IHS Facebook Page for updates throughout the week.
Monday, April 25
Golf Region Tournament 9 am
Savannah Quarters
Tennis Boys State Playoffs 11 am Bacon Park
Tuesday, April 26
Track Region at Stadium 9AM
Tennis Girls State Playoffs 11am Bacon Park
Wednesday, April 27
Track Region at Stadium 9AM
Baseball vs. Bainbridge Islands
Game 1 start at 5:00pm
Game 2 start 30 minute after game 1 conclusion
Thursday, April 28 (if game)
Game 3 start at 4:00pm
Awards Night Performance Hall @ 6PM
Basketball, Cross County, Lacrosse, Soccer
Cross Country Information Meeting - April 26
Any student interested in running cross country should attend an informational meeting on Tuesday, April 26 at 3:00 in the College and Career Room. All running experiences (or lack thereof!) are encouraged to attend.
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