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October 28, 2024 Announcements
It’s a great day to be a Newberry Panther!
Here are the announcements for Monday, October 28th:
REMINDER: For the safety and security of everyone on campus, please DO NOT open the entrance gate for anyone, even if you think you may know them. Students and visitors MUST ONLY be let into our campus by staff in the NHS Front Office. If you are asked to open the gate, please let them know that they must ring the bell to be buzzed in.
Don’t forget that the ASVAB will be given on the NHS campus during the school day on Wednesday (November 6th) to any interested 10th through 12th grade student. This test is an informative aptitude test and is used to determine qualification for enlistment in the military. This test is only given once a year so don’t miss your chance to take it!
REMINDER: Costumes are not permitted to be worn on Thursday (October 31st). Despite that day being the Halloween holiday, all students must comply with dress code requirements. Make sure your school attire is appropriate and not distracting.
Seniors, Mr. Marlowe is now accepting deposits for the trip to Grad Bash at Universal Studios on Saturday (April 5, 2025). The cost of a ticket is $140.00 and you MUST be off the debt list to purchase your ticket. At this time, there are only 50 guaranteed seats available and students can place a 50% deposit of $70.00 to hold a ticket. Tickets are limited, so make sure to get yours before they’re all gone!
Tryouts for any boys interested in playing basketball this year will be after school today on the outside courts beginning at 3:00 pm. You must have participated in conditioning this week in order to participate in tryouts.
Additionally, tryouts for any girls interested in playing Lady Panthers basketball this year will be after school today on the outside courts beginning at 3:30 pm. Don’t be late!
After school CROP sessions for students who are credit deficient for graduation will continue this school this week (Monday through Thursday) in Ms. Burkett’s classroom from 3:00 pm until 6:15 pm. There are many remaining dates and it’s not too late to participate! If you have any questions, please contact the NHS Guidance Office ASAP.
The Sophomore SGA will meet before school tomorrow at 8:00 am in Mrs. Troy’s classroom.
Representatives from the US Marine Corps are scheduled to be on the NHS campus tomorrow during Lunch A and Lunch B to provide information about military service after graduation. Make sure to stop by if you’d like to receive information.
The Spanish Club will hold a meeting after school tomorrow from 3:00 pm until 4:00 pm in Seňora Santiago’s classroom. Te esperamos!
The Freshmen SGA will meet before school on Wednesday (October 30th) at 8:00 am in the NHS Media Center.
The National Honor Society will meet on Wednesday (October 30th) before school at 8:10 am in Mrs. Troy’s classroom.
Representatives from the Santa Fe Achieve Program will be back in the NHS Media Center on Wednesday (October 30th). Make sure to stop by and get more information if you are interested.
We are committed to the success of ALL our students! Panthers, please remember the Panther way to Success:
*Be Reliable - Maintain consistency with what you say and do
*Be Respectful - Show consideration of someone or something
*Be Responsible - Be dependable, keep promises, and honor commitments
TODAY’S REMINDER:
Tardies: Tardies impact school success and student behavior, are a distraction to all students, and cause a disruption in teaching. Make sure you’re on time every day, to every class. Excessive tardies may result in lunch detention or ISD.
Students, please remember to check your school email accounts every day for important announcements and reminders. Remember, if you are having trouble or have questions about anything at all, turn to an adult. And please, if you see something, say something (www.getfortifyfl.com). “Always remember, Shepp loves the kids!”