Maverick News
Feb. 7, 2023
MCHS: a Magnet School of Excellence
Early-Release Day - Feb. 8
Spirit Week!
Science Olympiad Regional Competition - Feb 18
Time: 8am-4pm
Location: Riverside High School
***It's open to the public to cheer but testing rooms are only for participants
Good luck to the MCHS Olympians!!!! You Got This!!!
Durham Bulls Internships
The Bulls are looking for students interested in participating in a live television broadcast and/or interested in pursuing broadcast communications as a career. The Durham Bulls Explorer Post 50 is a co-ed unpaid internship program that offers students, ages 14-20, a unique and invaluable opportunity to gain exceptional experience in the field of television broadcasting.
The Durham Bulls and Explorer Post 50 will be holding an Open House on Wednesday, Feb. 8th from 6:30-8:00pm at the Durham Bulls Athletic Ball Park located at 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC 27701.
Applications are now being accepted for the 2023 Durham Bulls season. If you are interested in being a part of the TV Crew, please complete the 2023 Online Application. Applications are due by Sunday, Feb. 19th, 2023 and must be completed to be considered for membership. We will be limiting the crew to 70 members.
No High School Classes - Feb. 20
Two days left to buy a yearbook ad for your senior
MCHS Speech & Debate & MCHS Ethics Bowl
All MCHS students are invited to join the MCHS Speech and Debate team. Please see team president Zlata Bogdanova or team vice president, Maya Van Kanegan, with questions. Upcoming tournaments are as follows:
2/25 - DSDL # 6, Apex Friendship HS – Apex
All MCHS students are invited to join MCHS Ethics Bowl meetings each Thursday at 3:35 pm in room 1-150 of the White Building.
Buy the Yearbook - Deadline is 2/27
ACT FOR JUNIORS ON MARCH 15, 2023
*Bagged breakfast and Lunch provided
*Transportation provided if needed
Note: All JUNIORS are REQUIRED to take the exam. The exam will start by 9:00 am and will last until approximately 1:30 pm, standard administration. More details are forthcoming, outlining the arrival time and what you can expect for the test day. Moreover, students will be required to participate in a pre-test session prior to the test date.
For now, you must complete the following:
If you will miss a College Synchronous course on the day of the test, you will need to complete the DTCC Absence Form: An excused absence is defined as a planned absence. Durham Tech students are allowed one (1) excused absence per class per term for a planned event or observance. Students who wish to use an excused absence must submit an Excused Absence Notification form and any supporting documentation at least fourteen (14) calendar days in advance of the scheduled absence date.
There are no exceptions to this deadline. Start this process NOW!
Please read each email from Mrs. Tugman regarding the ACT carefully and promptly. By staying apprised of the process, it will make your testing experience on the 15th much easier and less stressful for you.
Please contact Ms. Tugman (sarah_tugman@dpsnc.net) for more information.
PTSA Survey
PTSA SURVEY
MCHS PTSA is seeking feedback from parents, students and staff about how the PTSA can best serve the school, faculty, students and families or how you would like to contribute. Please complete the brief 10 question MCHS PTSA SURVEY Thanks in advance!
Register for Free Tutoring at CAE
Students can get help in college courses in building10, room 308. The first step is creating an account with the Center for Academic Excellence. From there you can book tutors at convenient times.
Counselor Corner
Check out Mrs. Machak’s Counselor Corner for upcoming opportunities and events!
Virtual Scholarship Office and Scholarship Highlights. Included in the links:
- Questbridge College Prep Scholarship Program
- SECU Scholarship Due 2/24 to Mrs. Machak
- Credit by Demonstrated Mastery
Schedule an appointment with Mrs. Machak anytime using the link on the website!
Attachments
- Bell Schedule
- Information regarding M.A.N.E. time.
- MCHS Club Sign Up form
About Us
Email: natasha_habte@dpsnc.net
Website: mchs.dpsnc.net
Location: 1616 Cooper St., Newton Bldg.
Phone: 919-536-7203
Twitter: @MCHSDurhamTech