MLK News: September 12 - 16, 2022

Parents of Freshmen and Sophomores are invited to attend this informative seminar in which Freshman English Teacher, Mrs. Syes goes over important things you need to know for your 9th or 10th grader to be successful this quarter.

• PSAT / Other Upcoming Building Tests
• Stress Management Tips
• First Quarter Success Skills
• Tutoring Schedule
• Membean – 9th & 10th Grades

The link to join is below.

First Quarter Freshman Forum / Sophomore Seminar, Sept. 13 6-7p.m.

Congratulations to 15 of our own MLK students who are a part of 62,000 students from across the country earning academic honors from the College Board’s National Recognition Programs! These National Recognition Programs grant underrepresented students with academic honors that can be included on college and scholarship applications and connect students with universities across the country, helping them stand out during the admissions process. Colleges and scholarship programs use these honors to identify students from underrepresented groups through College Board’s Student Search Service.

The students earned this recognition by excelling on their PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10, or AP Exams and in their classrooms. Students who may be eligible have a GPA of 3.5 or higher and have excelled on the PSAT/NMSQT or PSAT 10, or earned a score of 3 or higher on two or more AP Exams; and are African American or Black, Hispanic American or Latinx, Indigenous, and/or attend school in a rural area or small town. Eligible students are invited to apply during their sophomore or junior year, and are awarded at the beginning of the next school year. Congratulations!

Vincent Wang, Kevin Rome, Sarah Ahmed, and Sheeva Azad

On Wednesday, students running for class officers had a chance to debate the issues in front of their peers. Juniors and seniors debated on the auditorium stage with Mr. Fox moderating, while freshmen and sophomores argued their points in the gym with Mr. Selbrade moderating.

Pictured right: Grace Olson, Vice Presidential candidate and Klara Hanna-alla, Presidential candidate.

Thirty amazing Seniors have been selected to serve as Royal Allies this school year. Through this new "ambassador" program, these Seniors will serve as tour guides, hosts for special events, MLK representatives at community activities, and messengers for all the exciting things happening in our MLK community. Maybe you saw them at their inaugural event - the Fall Open House!

Congratulations to this talented group - and thanks for representing our school in such a positive way!

UT Visit

• Adetunji, Emmanuel
• Pointer, Calista
• Deif, Miriam
• Al Abdallah, Hareth
• Barnet, Zachary
• Del Pino, Natalia

Open House

• Pointer, Calista
• Deif, Miriam
• Del Pino, Natalia
• Campbell, Camyia
• Ostrowski, Walter
• Ekunsumi, Sekinat
• Barrie, Lily
• Barnet, Zachary
• Pratap, Arjun
• Chourazghi-Azad, Sheeva
• Rome, Kevin
• Ahmed, Sarah
• Reeves, Amelia
• Kailani, Naila

Thanks to your generous support we have raised $53,753 toward our $60,000 INVEST goal! We need YOUR help to reach this year's goal!

The INVEST campaign provides funding to enhance resources for students and equips our teachers with tools to be more effective in the classroom. Your tax-deductible donation to the MLK INVEST campaign will help create a strong foundation for future success. We all have varying financial circumstances, however, if we all give as we are able – some more, some less - we can meet this goal together. Every donation, regardless of the amount, matters and makes a difference. Can we count on your support?

Please consider maximizing your ability to give by pledging an amount that will be divided in 5 payments. As an added incentive, all donors will receive an MLK sticker or magnet, and $200+ donors will receive an MLK WHITE OUT T-SHIRT while supplies last.

AND as an added incentive two lucky INVEST Donors will receive a $25 gift card to the MLK Spirit Store each week until Fall Break! This week's lucky winners are: Gabrielle Rodriguez and Anders Miller.

If you haven’t made your INVEST donation or pledge yet, please do so today at https://investmlk.evrits.com.

Questions? Please email MLK Invest Team at investmlkschool@gmail.com

Dear 8th – 11th Grade Students/Families,

On Tuesday, October 25th, the PSAT will be administered at MLK to every 8th-11th grade student. The PSAT is a standardized test that provides firsthand practice for the SAT and gives students access to college and career planning tools. Taking the PSAT as a junior allows students a chance to become National Merit Scholars, which often translates to scholarships at highly selective universities. MLK had 8 National Merit semi-finalists in the class of 2021, 5 semi-finalists in the class of 2022, and 7 semi-finalists in the class of 2023!

MNPS is using a new payment platform this school year (School Cash Online) and payment for the PSAT can be made online by clicking the grade-level specific links below. Please be sure to enter your child’s name in the box that asks “who are you purchasing this for?” If you haven’t already created an account, the system will direct you to register for an account or check-out as a guest. You will also be able to “select more items” and add additional payments for multiple children (if applicable).

11th Grade PSAT Purchase

10th Grade PSAT Purchase

9th Grade PSAT Purchase

8th Grade PSAT Purchase

For additional information on the PSAT, please visit the College Board’s Website:

https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt.

MLK requires each 8th-11th grade student to take the PSAT. All payments must be made by Friday, October 21st. If online payment is not an option for your family or you need financial assistance to pay for the PSAT, please reply to this email.

We want to ensure our students have every advantage available to them. Thanks for your immediate attention and support!

We want to thank the MLK PTSA for bringing two cakes to celebrate MLK's Level 5 Academic Growth Scores! We are grateful for your support.

Last week we featured three photos of Tacky Tourist Day and Adam Sandler Day.

Below are pictures from We Wear Pink Day and Tie Dye Day.

For high school students it occurs Monday-Thursday from 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. in room 2206.

For middle school the schedule is from 3:15-4:15, Monday-Thursday.

• 8th Grade - Monday (Poston)and Tuesday (Boleyjack),
• 7th Grade - Wednesday (Taylor) and Thursday (Ellis).

More information

• High School - Contact Ms. Agee, Teresa.Agee@mnps.org
• Middle School - Contact Mrs. Taylor, Carlene.Taylor@mnps.org

It's College Awareness Week at MLK!

• Monday, September 12: The showcase of the week will be our Fall College Fair - featuring reps from over 75 colleges and universities. All high school students will attend. Hope your family will have engaging conversations about the colleges your student will explore!

• Wednesday, September 14: Financial Aid Information Night for Seniors and Families: Jason Seay, Senior Director of Outreach for Tennessee's financial aid programs, will lead a virtual session outlining types of financial aid, requirements for applying, and important deadlines. You don't want to miss this presentation from the State's leading "expert" on student financial aid! 6:00 - 7:00 pm Link: Financial Aid Info Night for Seniors & Families

• Friday, 9/16: Using the Common App Workshop (PLT each period; optional): Seniors who would like assistance creating or completing their Common App are invited to join Mrs. Hensley in the College Center during their PLT (study hall). Pre-registration is not required.

Saturday Application Station - Saturday, September 17 from 9:00 am - 12 noon - Seniors who would like help with their college applications - or just some time and space to work on them - are invited to join Mrs. Hensley in the College Center. Stay the entire time or just as long as you wish!

Spirited theme days will add some fun to the week!

Monday: Wear a college shirt, MLK shirt, or your favorite college's colors

Tuesday: Our Future's So Bright We Have to Wear Shades!

Wednesday: Hats Off to Our College Future!

Thursday: I Moustache You a Question . . . Are You College Bound?

Friday: Packing For College . . . Anything But a Backpack!

College Center Extended Hours: Wednesday, Sept. 14 from 3:00 - 5:00 pm

This Week's College Visitors During Lunch:

• Tuesday, 9/13: University of Notre Dame & Marian University (small, private Roman Catholic university in Indianapolis, IN)

• Wednesday, 9/14: University of Vermont, Eckerd College (private liberal arts college in St. Petersburg, FL) & Spring Hill College (small, private Jesuit college in Mobile, AL)

• Thursday, 9/15: Trinity University (small, private liberal arts university in San Antonio, TX)

Please support the MLK Varsity Cheer program by purchasing a customized MLK keychain lanyard.

They are available for sale in Royal blue or gray on the new payment system portal SCO” School Cash Online: https://mnps.schoolcashonline.com.

The cost is $11 which includes a $1.00 processing fee.

This year is going to be INCREDIBLE! Make sure you have something to commemorate the school year. 2022-2023 Yearbooks are already on sale, and they are currently the LOWEST price! Purchase your yearbook now to get the CHEAPEST price all year! Go to Jostensyearbooks.com to purchase today, or use the QR code below! You can also go ahead and create senior ads as well using the same link! Any questions about yearbooks? Email Mrs. Spencer our yearbook teacher! (caroline.spencer@mnps.org)

Welcome to week 5 of the 2022-2023 ACT Corner!

This week’s practice passage comes from the Reading section of the ACT. Reading_passage_7_Sept_7_2022.pdf

Correct answers to last week’s Math passage are also included. answers_Math_passage_7_Aug_31_2022.pdf

U.S. Service Academy Day will occur on Saturday, September 17 at Nashville Public Library.

You can register here: Military Academy Nominations | Congressman Jim Cooper (house.gov)

Box Tops is now an app! Just download the “Box Tops for Education” app to your phone, choose "Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet School" in “Manage Schools” in “Account Settings.” After you shop, scan your grocery receipt to earn free money for MLK.

MLK Spirit Store

2022-2023

Our MLK Spirit Store will OPEN Monday, August 15

Operating Guidelines

The details for shopping MLK apparel online, payment options, and

picking up your order are below. Click on the link below to order.

MemberHub

Apparel:

• New apparel will be added to the website on a regular basis. We will also

be restocking popular items; however, not all items will be restocked so

please do not delay in purchasing your items. If you do not see your size or

the color you want, please continue to check the website for updates.

• You will NOT have the opportunity to try on apparel prior to purchasing.

• NO RETURNS will be allowed on any purchased items. Most of our spirit

wear is printed on Gildan apparel (100% cotton) and fits true to size. Please

pay careful attention to the size that you choose prior to placing your

online order.

Online Payment Options:

• All major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX) are accepted. You will also

be charged a nominal credit card processing fee (based on your subtotal)

for all online purchases.

Picking Up Your Order:

• Parents/students will be able to pick up online orders in the front office.

MLK parent volunteers will be processing orders for pick up on Wednesdays

and Fridays of every week. You will be required to sign for your paid online

order upon pick up. There are no alternative payment options at pick up.

Use the Homework Hotline! Call 615.298.6636.
Teachers are available to answer questions Mondays through Thursdays from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. This is a free service to students in TN.

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), and is now active across the United States.

When you call, text, or chat 988, you will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting you, provide support, and connect you to resources if necessary.

The previous Lifeline phone number (1-800-273-8255) will always remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis.

The Lifeline’s network of over 200 crisis centers has been in operation since 2005, and has been proven to be effective. It’s the counselors at these local crisis centers who answer the contacts the Lifeline receives every day. Numerous studies have shown that callers feel less suicidal, less depressed, less overwhelmed and more hopeful after speaking with a Lifeline counselor.

Answer the call! These centers are looking to bring on new volunteers and paid employees. You will receive training, so if you are a caring person who wants to help those in crisis, apply today. Find your opportunity: samhsa.gov/988-jobs

• For ways to support your local Lifeline network crisis center, visit our Crisis Centers page here.
• To learn about the impact of the Lifeline, visit our new By the Numbers page.
• To learn about what happens when you call, text, or chat with the Lifeline, click here.
• To learn more about the history of 988, visit here.
• To learn how Vibrant Emotional Health, the nonprofit administrator of the Lifeline, has been supporting states’ implementation planning for 988 through grants, check here.

If you’re a Veteran, Service Member or loved one and want to know more about how 988 will affect the Veterans Crisis Line, click here.

Email: angela.mcshepard-ray@mnps.org
Website: mlk.mnps.org
Location: 613 17th Avenue North, Nashville, TN, USA
Phone: 615-329-8400
Twitter: @MLKRoyals