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If you need help, please contact Ms. Medina in our Parent Center

Thursday, October 12 ~ 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Come and speak with your child's teacher. No appointment needed. Teachers will be strategically located around the building. Locations will be provided. Please either bring your child, log into ParentVue, or take a picture of their schedule so you know which teachers to visit.

October 9: Fall Break - No School

October 12: Parent Teacher Conferences

Mark Your Calendars

October 17: ASVAB Testing

October 18-19: Late Buses Due to Early Release of ES/MS

October 19-20: The Berkmar Players Present: Almost Maine

October 19: Virtual Parent Meeting: Purpose and Goals For English Language Learners Program (ESOL)

October 21: Parent Principal's Corner

October 21: Band Invitational

October 25: “Liquid Life” Student Blood Drive

October 25: Progress Reports Sent Home

October 25: PSAT Testing

October 25: Scholastic Images on Campus During Lunch

• Letter Jacket / Class Ring / Cap & Gown Package Orders

October 26: Senior Portraits at Berkmar

October 26: Café con La Familia @ Hopkins Elementary School

October 26: Orchestra Concert

October 30: College and Career Fair (2nd Period)

Students will begin paying full price on Monday, September 14, if an application has not been filled out and the family qualifies for Free or Reduced Lunches.

One Meal Application Affects Many Areas

1. Free and reduced meal prices for healthy nutritious student meals
2. Additional funding for technology and internet access
3. Discounts for fees associated with college application process
4. Discounted fees for SAT, ACT, & AP tests along with scholarship opportunities
5. Increased funding to support student education

Online Free and Reduced Lunch Application (English and Spanish)

Sign up for the ASVAB Test

October 17 ~ 7:30 AM in the Media Center

Sign up today to take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB). The ASVAB is a multiple-aptitude battery that measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military and beyond.

Calendar Options for the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 School Years

Gwinnett County Public Schools seeks your feedback regarding your preference for our school calendars for the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years. Please click here to view the draft calendars. See your email for a link to cast your vote. The survey will close on October 22, 2023, at 11:59 p.m.

"Liquid Life" Student Blood Drive

Wednesday, October 25 ~ 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Students can sign up with the Healthcare Team in the Commons. Donors must be 16 or older, weight at least 110 pounds, and show photo ID. 16-year-olds require written parental permission.

• Earn community service hours
• Help support your local hospitals
• Each donation can save 3 lives

12th Grade Cap & Gown Packages

Go to scholasticimages.com and buy your Cap & Gown Package now! There are three packages to choose from and your personalized yard sign in included! Payment required in full at time of order. (Cash, Check, or Card with $4.95 processing fee). You can also order anytime online at www.scholasticimages.com or over the phone at (770) 614-9353.

12th Grade Pictures and Yearbook

To schedule senior portraits, visit Cady.com to set up an account, select and pay for their senior portrait session. They may pick a date and location that is convenient for them. If you wish to have your senior portrait taken at Berkmar, simply select Berkmar High School for Thursday, October 26. Please note, this is the only date Cady Studios will be at Berkmar for senior portraits.

Yearbooks may be purchased at yearbookordercenter.com. School code: 14851. Order now for the lowest price of the year: $70.

Test Date ~ Registration Deadline/Late Registration

SAT

• November 4, 2023 ~ October 5, 2023/October 24, 2023
  
• December 2, 2023 ~ November 2, 2023/November 21, 2023
• March 9, 2024 (Digital) ~ February 23, 2024/Coming Soon
  
• May 4, 2024 (Digital) ~ April 19, 2024/Coming Soon
  
• June 1, 2024 (Digital) ~ May 17, 2024/Coming Soon

ACT

• December 9, 2023 ~ November 3, 2023/November 17, 2023
  
• February 10, 2024 ~ January 5, 2024/January 19, 2024
• April 13, 2024 ~ March 8, 2024/March 22, 2024
  
• June 8, 2024 ~ May 3, 2024/May 17, 2024
  
• July 13, 2024 ~ June 7, 2024/June 21, 2024

Click here for information about registration and Fee Waivers

Educational Tips For Parents

Self-starters need strong study skills

As students get older, they are expected to take more responsibility for learning. Your teen will

probably be working more independently this year than in the past. Strengthening study skills will

enable your student to take charge of schoolwork. One effective practice is reading ahead.

Encourage your teen to scan the next chapter or lesson before the class next meets. This gives

students a better idea of what their questions are and allows them to participate more fully. https://tpitip.com

Parent Mentors Present: “Supporting Your Child as a Learner”

• Who: Parents/Guardians of students receiving Special Education services
• What: Parent Mentors Present: “Supporting Your Child as a Learner”
• When: Tuesday, October 17, 2023, 10:00 – 11:30 AM or 6:00 - 7:30 PM
• Where: In-Person registration link for 10:00am session: https://forms.gle/m1eZZ9xcEjoXVsS78
• Zoom registration link for 6pm session: https://gcpsk12-/ti/it/tJMf6HtMhPO2lL39ZG33CdH

Parent Mentors Present: “Parents Engaging in Education” – 4 Session Workshop

• Who: Parents/Guardians of students receiving Special Education services
• What: Parent Mentors Present: “Parents Engaging in Education” – 4 Session Workshop
• When: 9/28/23, 10/12/23, 10/26/23, 11/9/23, 10:00-11:30 AM or 6:00-7:30 PM
• Where: In-Person registration link for 10:00 AM session on 9/28/23: https://forms.gle/6WHZFpwRQLLN4QKK8
• Zoom registration link for 6 PM session on 9/28/23: https://gcpsk12-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0pcOCtpjwvG9xUpC0ZaG2pt3XgobrU_PpQ

Café con La Familia

October 26 at Hopkins Elementary School 5:30 PM

Connect with Superintendent Dr. Calvin Watts. The meeting will take place in Spanish with English Interpretations.

Parent Portal

• To apply for an account: Click here to download the application from the school website. Bring the completed form to school and present a picture ID at the reception desk.

ParentVUE App

• ParentVUE allows parents to view schedules, grades, assignments, and more. Find the app on Google Play or Apple App Store and use the same email address and password as your Parent Portal account.
• Parents must first have an active Parent Portal account to activate the app.
• If you need help, please contact Ms. Medina in our Parent Center.

Parent Principal's Corner

The Principal’s Corner is an opportunity for you to meet and greet with our principal, Durrant Williams, to learn about new and exciting programs and initiatives at Berkmar High School or share your thoughts, comments, concerns, or suggestions.

Time: English 10:30 am / Spanish 11:30 am

Virtual Location: Zoom Link is pinned to the top in ParentSquare

2023-2024 Dates

• October 21
• November 11
• December 9
• January 20
• February 10
• March 16
• April 20

Lilburn Daze

October 14 ~ 9:00 - 5:00 PM at Lilburn City Park