Warrior News

Hello Warrior Family,

I would like to formally welcome you to the start of second semester. This is a critical time to make sure that you have refined your routines for academic excellence. I always encourage students to have empowering thoughts of change when they enter a new semester. Closing a chapter of your high school journey is a reminder that you are transitioning towards adulthood and your choices matter.

If you had a very successful first semester and achieved your goals that you set, I want to encourage to stay focused. Please continue to enhance your skills and develop strategies to continue your success. If you struggled first semester, I want you to take a moment of self-reflection to hold yourself accountable for the poor choices that impacted your academic performance.

It’s hard to believe that February is right around the corner. I’m looking forward to our next virtual parent meeting on February 7th. Our main focus will be to inform you about the scheduling process and how to take advantage of different opportunities here at Southfield A&T.

Have a wonderful weekend. See you soon.

Parents have the ability to self report their student's absence. Please review the attachment for directions on how to do so.

Yearbooks are now available for the purchase cost of $70. They can be ordered online at yearbookordercenter.com. The school code is 20632. No extra books will be available for purchase. If you want a yearbook you must order it. Students can also see Mrs. Butler in the O-House Annex (Old Counseling Center) to purchase a yearbook as well. Cash or money order only.

Attention Seniors! Senior Quotes and Baby pictures are now being accepted through the Google form that was sent to your email. Please pay attention to the deadline of February 17, 2023. The form will be closed on that date.

Tentative Prom Date: May 19, 2023 at the Meridian in Farmington

Graduation Date: June 9th at 10:00 am at the Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre

• Senior Dues are $175 payable in room B201 or School Store

• Final Payment February 11, 2023

• Payments may be made via:

• Cash

• Cashiers Check

• Money Order

• Electronic Payments/Credit Card Payments can be made at the Warriors Den

• Customized Cap & Gown

• Diploma Cover

• Graduation Announcements

• Hoodie

• Ice Tassel

• Lanyard

• Personalized Lawn Sign

• Graduation Medallion

• Pop Socket

• Senior T-shirt

• Scan the QR Code

• Pay your deposit of $50

• Receive Receipt from Warriors Den Staff

Final Deadline to place and pay deposit for order is

~ Friday, 1/27/2023 ~

School to Work for select students will begin on 01/31/2023. Students assigned to Tuesdays will begin on 01/31/2023. Students assigned to Thursdays will begin on 02/02/2023. School to Work will meet in B-200 from 2:40- 4:00 pm. Parents can pick up students at the front entrance of the building.

Is your student a highly motivated 9th-grader? Wolverine Pathways is hosting two virtual informational sessions to learn more about the Wolverine Pathways program.

The 2023 applications are now open and you are cordially invited to attend a virtual informational session!

The virtual informational session dates are:

1. Monday, January 30, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
2. Tuesday, February 7, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Please RSVP for the session(s) at this link.

Deadline to RSVP: 1/31/2023

The application deadline is February 24th, 2023.

LTU will be offering academic camps for students interested in Engineering, Technology, Design, and Science. All students wishing to participate in these camps, should see Ms. Williams in the Career Center (D201) for 50% off registration costs! For more information on these programs, please open the attachments.

Did you know...

• 94.9% of high school students enrolled in a CTE program graduated last year. That’s compared to Michigan’s graduation rate of 80.5%.
• CTE offers students hands-on training that can be applied to real-world, in-demand education, training and career pathways.

Southfield High School for the Arts & Technology offers students state-approved CTE programs in Business Management, Finance, Digital Multimedia, Firefighting/EMT, Culinary Arts, Marketing, and Radio/TV Production. There is also a career-focused education program in Engineering and Robotics. Students wishing to enroll in one of the above programs can use the QR code below to sign up for the 2023-24 school year.

1. For students in grades 3-12 - CareerWRITE Essay Contest. This is the 2nd year in a row that our Oakland Schools Career Readiness Department is organizing this content. Prizes for winning essays and sponsor teacher!
   1. Flyer Attached and Linked Here

Registration closes on January 27th for the next session of Saturday School. Please reach out to your student's counselor with any questions.

Hello 10th and 11th Graders:

Do you want to get a head start on your career? Do you desire cutting-edge, hands-on learning? Do you want to graduate from high school with industry certifications, on-the-job experiences, business connections and college credits? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the OSTC program might be for you!

If you are interested in applying for OSTC for the 2023-2024 school year, you can apply now at www.ostconline.com and select "apply now" on the homepage. You can also explore the website for more information about all that OSTC has to offer! All applications must be submitted by March 1st!

See the attached flyer for OSTC's After School Program Exploration opportunity! (for 10th graders only) Transportation must be provided by the student. If you are interested in signing up for this Showcase, here are the links to register:

After School Exploration:

Wednesday, January 18, 2023

https://forms.gle/FYnsruv7u1UsuNzw6

Wednesday, February 1, 2023

https://forms.gle/K21pjDFGz2CJ9tnF8

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

https://forms.gle/urEXkfyRHovrV27s8

OSTC is also having an Open House for 10th and 11th grade students:

OSTC Open House

Thursday, January 26, 2023

5:00 PM-7:30 PM

5055 Delemere Street

Royal Oak, MI 48073

This competition is like the Oscars for high school art and is the longest running and most prestigious creative arts competition in the nation. This portion of the awards was for all of Southeast Michigan and included ALL schools, private and public, in Lenawee, Livingston, Monroe, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne County. The competition has three placements, Gold, Silver and Honorable Mention. It is a huge accomplishment for any student to get accepted, at any level, as the competition is fierce!

Morgan entered a portfolio of 6 pieces centered around the theme of a young extra-terrestrial who lands in a new world titled "New Home" as well as two individual pieces. She received an Honorable Mention for her entire portfolio. She worked in pen and ink.

Raiden entered a portfolio centered on the theme, "Anime Studies: Rapper Transitions" where he used his favorite rappers as inspiration for fictitious anime album covers. He worked in digital art and also received Honorable Mention for his entire portfolio and one of his individual pieces.

Jaylin's digital photography portfolios centered on the themes, "High School Jocks" and "In Da Streets" where he photographed life from a student perspective on these topics.

Warrior Art students have entered the 2023 National Walgreens Expressions Art Challenge. Topics could include; gender identity, social media, cyber bullying, self esteem, dating/relationships, mental health, gun violence, drug abuse, COVID19.

Please vote (one vote per day is allowed) for one of our fantastic students! The top prize is $2,000.00!!!

https://expressionschallenge.us.launchpad6.com/contest-2023/entries

Angelica Burks - Senior

Camari Edge - Senior

Mikale Farr - Senior

Madison Shelby - Senior

Devin Broadnax - Senior

Marlon Carter - Senior

Meriah Christian - Senior

Kennedi Modock - Junior

M'Kynzi McLendon - Junior

Kendall Clark - Senior

Leela Fox - Sophomore

Reagan Robinson - Junior

Mrs. Dudley's class wrote Free Verse Poems Entitled "Where I'm From". This poem is from Taylor Copeland.

For the safety and security of fans attending home sporting events, the following process will be followed:

***All fans will be checked by a handheld

metal detector!!***

***No School ID/MI Star NO ENTRY!

***NO Ski mask (Shall not be visible at any

time!)

***No Backpacks/Bookbags

***No purses (small handheld clutches

acceptable)

Please continue to use the service support link below so we can better assist you.

If you have a counseling emergency, someone will contact you as soon as possible.

Service Support Link: https://forms.gle/1FheMqhAemdJwLz46

Research supports that Social Emotional Learning makes a difference. When there is an intentional focus, a positive impact on academic performance, mental wellness, healthy relationships and more can be observed.

These are 5 myths associated with SEL:

Myth # 1: Social-emotional learning only teaches kids about feelings.

Myth #2: Social-emotional skills aren't as important as “hard skills.”

Myth #3: Kids learn social-emotional skills automatically.

Myth #4: There's only one way to teach SEL.

Myth #5: SEL is only for kids with behavioral issues.

Ms. Danyale Dockery, College Advisor, ext. 108978, danyale.dockery@southfieldk12.org

Ms. Kathy Williams, Career Development Facilitator, ext. 104332, katherine.williams@southfieldk12.org

are eager to help students with their college and career goals. Some of the services they provide are:

College Advising

College and Majors Research

FAFSA Applications

College Applications

College Representatives Visits

College Fairs

Career Readiness Advising

Career Focus Education

Career and Technical Education

Pathful Connect and Xello

Field Trips, Job Shadows

Resume Writing and Interviewing

“Don’t wait until you’ve reached your goals to be proud of yourself. Be proud of every step you take toward reaching the goal.” –Anonymous

January 25th - Second Semester Begins

February 7th - Virtual Parent Meeting

February 14th - Happy Valentine's Day

February 20th - 24th - Mid-Winter Recess No School