Sparkman High Capitol News
Volume 22/23, May 2023 Issue 10
Sparkman High School
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Email: cstewart@mcssk12.org
Website: https://www.mcssk12.org/sparkmanhighschool
Location: 2616 Jeff Road, Harvest, AL 35749
Phone: 256-837-0331
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SparkmanHighSchool/
Twitter: @SHSSenators
Teacher Appreciation Week
National School Nurse Day
Nurse Collins
Nurse Roberts
SGA Raises Money for Make-A-Wish Foundation
The SHS Student Government Association (SGA) raised money this year for the Make-A-Wish Foundation and were able to help a Sparkman 8th grader get her wish! Click on the article for more on this story.
SLC Graduates
Seniors Celebrated with Military Signing
Spring Choir Concert
Students Place 1st at UAH Competition
ACT 30+ Club Welcomes New Members
MCBOE Recognizes Staff of The Crimson Crier, Named Top School Newspaper in Alabama
Sparkman High School's newspaper The Crimson Crier was named the top school newspaper in the state! The newspaper staff, along with their teacher Mrs. Erin Coggins, was recognized by the Madison County Board of Education for this outstanding accomplishment. Congratulations!
Head Coaching Positions Open
Custodian Position Open
Early Bird Parking Registration Open for Rising Juniors & Seniors
1. Click here to complete the application.
Driver's Ed (Summer Class)
SPARKMAN HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER
Girls Soccer Team Wins State Championship & Makes History
Congratulations to our 7A Girls Soccer STATE CHAMPIONS!! Our Lady Senators made history as the first MCSS soccer team to reach the AHSAA state finals and then the first MCSS soccer team to win a state championship! It was exciting to watch this awesome team make their way through the playoffs and win the championship. Click on the articles for more on this historic season and championship! Way to go, Lady Senators!!
Jayda Davis Named MVP
Audrey Edwards Named Hiley Mazda Key Athlete of the Week
Girls Soccer Team Recognized for State Championship
Coach Tidmore Named Coach of the Year
Coach Sam Tidmore, SHS girls soccer coach, was named the Alabama High School Girls Soccer 6A/7A Coach of the Year! Congratulations, Coach Tidmore!
SPARKMAN HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL
Area Champions
Regional Qualifer
Softball Team Finishes Third in State
Our Lady Senators defeated Huntsville High 17-4 to win the Area Softball Championship and then went undefeated in the Regional Tournament, earning them a trip to the 7A State Championship Softball Tournament in Oxford. This strong team did very well in the state tournament and were just one win away from the championship game, finishing in third place! We are so proud of the way they competed throughout the season and playoffs. Way to go, Lady Senators!
SPARKMAN HIGH SCHOOL TRACK & FIELD
Bobby Gray Recognized for Two State Championships
Bobby Gray won two gold medals this year! He is the indoor and outdoor STATE CHAMPION in shot put! He was recognized last week by the Madison County Board of Education for his outstanding performance at the AHSAA Track & Field State Championships! Congratulations, Bobby!
Girls Track Team Places 2nd at Sectionals
Our girls track team placed 2nd at the Class 7A Region 4 Sectional Track Meet. Congratulations, Lady Senators!
SPARKMAN HIGH SCHOOL GOLF
Clara Tran Selected for North-South All Stars
Clara Tran was chosen to participate in the AHSAA North-South All Star Golf Match! Congratulations, Clara!
LINKS
Graduation is on May 23, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at the VBC.
*Please remember that in order to participate in the graduation ceremony, cap and gowns must be purchased.
Dress Code - Young Men
Black Pants
Black Shoes
White Shirt
Dark Tie
Dress Code - Young Women
Black Dress or Black Slacks
Black Shoes
Absolutely NO FLIP FLOPS
Other
No Cell Phones out
No Noise Makers
No Decorations
No Purses
Only SHS-approved graduation materials can be worn.
Recognition at Graduation
CCR Cords
● ACT Benchmark
● Silver on WorkKeys
● AP Qualifying Score
● Approved Industry Credential
● Enlistment into the Military
● Received a College Credit
ACT Benchmarks
English = 18
Reading = 22
Math = 22
Science = 23
Verifying CCR
ACT, Dual Enrollment, AP Scores- See Ms.
Kasmai in Guidance Office.
Military, Industry Credentials, WorkKeys-
See Ms. Muhammad in the College and Career Center.
Recognition at Graduation
Other recognitions:
Graduating with Honors (90 average)
Top 10% of the graduating class
The John Sparkman Award
FASFA
It is a state requirement that all seniors fill out
FASFA information.
Portal opens October 1st.
See Ms. Muhammad for details.
Transcripts
ALL transcripts are sent through Parchment
found on SHS website.
Send them directly to Colleges/Armed Forces/NCAA.
Senior Awards Day
May 19, 2023 at 9:00AM
Must stay in touch with Ms. Muhammad.
Check your email every day.
Rights vs. Privileges
Graduating from Sparkman High School is a right.
The Homecoming Dance, Prom, and the Graduation Ceremony are
privileges and can be taken away from individuals due to major
discipline issues.