Cambridge High School
September 23, 2022
Upcoming Calendar Reminders
Change to Bell Schedule (Pep Rally) - September 23
Suicide Prevention Week (see below) - September 26 - 29
BRIDGE to Community Parent Meeting - September 27
Family Night (no homework) - September 28
Virtual Financial Aid Night (see below) - September 29
Senior Breakfast (Senior PTSA Members) and Stadium Picture - September 30
Columbus Day Holiday, building closed - October 10
Professional Development Day - no school for students - October 11
Teacher Work Day - no school for students - October 12
Picture make-up day - October 13
PSAT - 9th through 11th grade - October 25 (see below)
Asynchronous Day - 12th Grade - October 25 (see below)
SAT (Seniors who are registered) - October 27
Cambridge Homecoming Week Events
Students will wrap up the week of Homecoming activities today with the Pep Rally during B2, door decorating by B2 class, and the student Homecoming Parade at 4:30 pm.
Homecoming Game - Cambridge Bears and the Chattahoochee Cougars
Kick-off at 7:30 pm
Tickets are $8.00 through GoFan and parking is $5.00
Remember: No re-entry, clear bags only, no food or drink in the stadium, and students 8th grade and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Homecoming Court
Our Homecoming Court will be presented during half-time at the football game, and our King and Queen will be announced. Congratulations to our 2022 Homecoming Court:
Freshman Court: Gabby Edwards, Brooke Bowman, Jett Fusco, and Cale Coleman
Sophomore Court: Ansley Everett, Eliza Taylor, Ugo Nwakanma, and Connor Roberts
Junior Court: Meher Sayal, Presley Gibbs, Preston Clemmer, and Jacob Fusco
Senior Court: Addison Horne, Ava Ritter, Maddy Paris, Sam Smith, Ian Chaffin, Alex Jacobs, Hunter Bolton, and Grant Cassady
Homecoming Dance
Saturday
8:00 - 10:00 pm
Cambridge Stadium
Tickets are sold out - no ticket sales at the door.
Students should not wear heels on the turf in the stadium. No food or drink will be allowed in the stadium; water will be provided.
View all the Homecoming events and Spirit Week. Homecoming events.
Student IDs
Students who had their picture taken during picture day received their student IDs this week. Freshmen also received lanyards. All other students should have received lanyards last year. Students new to Cambridge this year pick up a lanyard in the front office - Bridge East.
Picture make-up day is Thursday, October 13.
Students will be required to wear their IDs during the school day.
BRIDGE to Community
Fulton County Schools Redistricting
If you want more information on the current redistricting process or to submit questions, visit Fall 2022 Redistricting.
PSAT
A reminder to our 11th-grade students, National Merit Scholarships are determined by a student's 11-grade administration of the PSAT. We encourage all students to be in attendance.
Seniors will have an asynchronous student day on that date.
Suicide Prevention Week
Monday (September 26) - teachers will post positive affirmations on classroom doors for students to see upon entering each classroom.
Tuesday (September 27) - students will be able to make positive connections during lunch, write positive notes, and post them on our "encouragement wall."
Wednesday (September 28) - staff and students will wear yellow to support suicide prevention and awareness.
Thursday (September 29) - students can practice yoga in the courtyard during lunch.
We would like to thank Crossroads Yoga for donating their time to this important cause.
Thursday (September 29) - 9th-grade students will participate in the District "Signs of Suicide" presentation. If you would like to opt your 9th-grade student out of this presentation, please complete and submit the opt-out form by the close of business today. For more information on Signs of Suicide.
College Visits and Information
View the upcoming Virtual College Visits at Cambridge for Juniors and Seniors. Sign up to hear from admissions representatives from your favorite colleges and universities through Naviance.
Seniors
Liberal Arts College Virtual Event
Students and parents/guardians are invited to join representatives from Bates, Davidson, Oberlin, Occidental, and Smith to learn more about academic opportunities, financial aid, and the student experience at these top liberal arts colleges. During a virtual session on Thursday, October 6 at 8:00 pm, representatives will discuss how their admissions processes have adapted in the era of COVID-19, including what the new application landscape looks like, test-optional policies, and how students can connect with colleges virtually.
University of North Georgia SOAR!
UNG Dual Enrollment students interested in continuing their education after graduation at UNG are invited to attend a live-streamed event across all five campuses on October 6 at 4:00 pm.
Apply Free - Georgia Gwinnett College
Students can apply free to GGC from September 28 through October 5. Learn more about GGC during one of their On-campus Preview Days: October 1 and November 12.
Scholarships
Coca-Cola Scholars Program
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 34th class in 2022, the Foundation has provided over 6,600 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $78 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.
For more information on available scholarships and to apply.
Vilanova Presidential Scholars Program
Nominations are now open to seniors who are interested in the Villanova Presidential Scholars Program, a renewable, merit-based award covering full tuition, room, board, the general fee, and the cost of textbooks for eight semesters. Representing diverse intellectual, social, ethnic, and economic backgrounds. Presidential Scholars are transformational leaders both on and off campus who have demonstrated a love of learning and a commitment to enhancing both their local and broader civic communities. 25 Presidential Scholarships are offered annually. To learn more about these scholarships, eligibility, and opportunities for underrepresented students, see the link below. Seniors interested in being nominated for this opportunity should contact Ms. Evans (Bridge East) at evansjl@fultonschools.org. The deadline is November 15, 2022.
For more scholarship information.
Senior Portrait
The deadline to have senior portraits taken to be included in the yearbook is November 15. Contact Cady Studios to schedule your senior's appointment.
Yearbook
Purchase your 2022.2023 Cambridge Yearbook today for $85.00. Don't forget your senior ad - the deadline is January 20. Order your yearbook, purchase and design your senior ad at:
Graduation Package
It is that time to start ordering your senior's Graduation Package. The package for 2023 will include:
- Cambridge custom graduation gown
- Stole with the Cambridge crest insignia
- Cap and 2022 tassel
- Diploma and diploma cover
- Venue fee
The Graduation Package is $150, including the online transaction fee ($5:00). To order, visit 3rd Ascent. We encourage seniors to purchase their packages as soon as possible. Please note that we do not have a graduation date at this time.
For more information on the Graduation Package
Senior Celebration - PTSA
Senior Membership numbers are low for this time of the year. The PTSA asked that seniors join by today to ensure they can plan for the next PTSA Senior Event, the senior breakfast on September 30. Seniors are now encouraged to join the Cambridge PTSA to enjoy their senior benefits all year! Senior Membership is just $50 for the year.
Seniors can also join by leaving an envelope made out to the CHS PTSA at the front desk with a $50 check and the senior's name, address, email, and t-shirt size.
Stay in touch with all senior activities, action items, and graduation at www.fultonschools.org/seniors or navigate www.cambridgehs.org > Students & Families > Seniors and Graduation.
Math Help Sessions
View a matrix of math teacher morning and afternoon help sessions
Swim and Dive
All athletes interested in trying out for the swimming and diving team must visit the athletic website to complete registration for the upcoming season, place uniform orders, and get information about physicals. Registration must be completed by October 1st for tryouts on October 12th. Please contact Coach Hall if you have any questions (halllauren@fultonschools.org).
BEAR BOOK is available now for preorder! The Bear Book is a 60-page full-color book that honors and highlights Cambridge band, cheer, football, and feeder programs. This is a quality keepsake, with Senior Ads and photos of each program. Books will be distributed in October. Be sure to place your order now!
CAA Fundraiser
Dear Cambridge Community,
Become a part of the winning tradition of Cambridge athletics and join those who support the Cambridge Athletic Association’s commitment to the excellence and growth of our Cambridge High School students and athletes.
The Cambridge Athletic Association has been working on a scoreboard replacement project to install a 20’ x 35’ state-of-the-art video scoreboard (with sound system) to replace the existing scoreboard. The target completion date would be the fall of ’22. Not only will this new scoreboard greatly enhance the fan experience, but it will also provide a tremendous opportunity for current and prospective sponsors to take advantage of a wide variety of advertising packages, which in turn will generate new revenue streams for each Club.
We need your help! We are conducting a fundraising drive and are kindly asking for each family to donate a one-time, tax-deductible financial contribution. Any amount you contribute will be greatly appreciated, and no amount is too small!
You can donate here: Cambridge Video Scoreboard Donation.
Additionally, we would also be grateful for any referrals to business owners and/or local executives who we could speak with about sponsorship /advertising opportunities. Please direct all referrals to Katie Klepak @ katiecolombo3@gmail.com.
Thank you, and GO BEARS!
Cambridge Athletic Association
Student Announcements
Attendance Awareness Month
Attendance Matters – All Day, Every Day. Showing up Matters for R.E.A.L
Attending school regularly provides an opportunity to:
- Build Routines
- Increase Engagement
- Provide Access to resources
- Support Learning
Routines: Establishing a routine of daily attendance helps reduce stress at home and supports a habit of attendance that will help your teenager get and keep a job.
Engagement: Being in school helps students to get to know each other and school staff and builds relationships that can motivate participation in learning.
Access to Resources: Schools provide access to valuable resources such as meals, health and mental health supports, and fun enrichment activities such as sports, clubs, music, and other afterschool and summer programs.
Learning: Students who attend school regularly do better academically in middle school and are more likely to graduate high school.
Check Out/In Procedures
Please view these reminders for when students are ill, have an appointment, or when circumstances arise where a walk-up check-out is required.
FCS Student Code of Conduct and Discipline Handbook
The Fulton County Student Code of Conduct and Discipline Handbook contains vital information that will help your student understand the expectations of the Fulton County School District. All students above ten years of age and their parents/guardians are asked to sign acknowledging receipt of the Code of Conduct and Student Handbook.