Raider Nation News

For the Months of August and September:

Students of the Month:

CTAE - Shivani Patel, Carlee Christopher

World Language - Hasini Gotthula, Keira Martin

PE/Health - Phillip Gassman, Olivia Elkhill

English - Matthew Auker, Kirett Cheri

Math - Alissa Chilton, Alexander McElroy

Science - Emma Carpinteyro, Coleton Thomas

Social Studies - Logan Currie, Yahir Martinez

Fine Arts - Ethan Thompson, Brianna Marker

RISE Students:

9th Grade - Munn Patel

10th Grade - Emma Covington

11th - Jaylen Williams

12th - Lindsey Pirkle

Teachers of the Month:

Megan Cloud

Jake Castleberry

Support Staff of the Month:

Robin Holt

Chris Head

Community Partners of the Month:

Shaw Sports Turf

Forsyth County Sheriff's Department- Cpl, Shawn Jacoby, DS Jade Foryst Cassano

AP students simulate a Day of the Dead celebration by creating a traditional ofrenda for an individual whose life is inspiring or interesting to them.

Each ofrenda is intended to celebrate the life of the person they researched as well as provide the student the opportunity to understand the cultural significance of each element on the ofrenda.

Through this experience, students can identify why so many cultures value the remembrance of deceased loved ones and compare how the things people do to practice this value vary from culture to culture.

The NFHS Counseling Team will be hosting one more SAT prep this fall with Sycamore Learning on November 15 & 29. Students can register here

Thank you to all the families that attended Sophomore/Junior Parent Night. We enjoyed getting to see you all! If you missed this event, you can view the presentation here. As a reminder, junior families are encouraged to sign up for a one on one junior conference with their student's counselor. You can schedule your junior conference here.

This week, the NFHS counseling team has been in freshman health and personal fitness classes. We are delivered the Signs of Suicide presentation with all students. Students learned the warning signs, as well as ways to help a friend or themselves if they are having thoughts. Ask your student about what they learned this week!

Mrs. Mason: Dual Enrollment, ESOL, Specialized Instruction (GAA)

Dr. Benton: Last Names A - D

Mrs. Smith: Last Names E - K

Mrs. Mattie: Last Names L - Ri

Ms. Geiger: Last Names Ro - Z

In the rifle match between NFHS and Buford HS, Buford secured the victory with a final score of 1107 to 1082. Once again, Ayanna Rubio displayed remarkable marksmanship skills, leading the way for the Raiders with a score of 285. Although the result didn't swing in our favor, Ayanna's consistency is a testament to skill as a rising star in the sport. We'll continue to work hard and aim for success in our future competitions.

Meet Junior Ayanna Rubio, our North Forsyth Rifle Marksmanship Team Athlete of the Week, and a force to be reckoned with. In the three matches this season, Ayanna has been consistently on point, averaging an impressive 280 points. Her precision and focus under pressure set the bar high for the team, pushing them to new heights. Ayanna's leadership and composure make her not just a top scorer but also an inspiration to her teammates.

Ayanna's dedication and sportsmanship shine on and off the range, embodying the team's values. We look forward to her continued success in marksmanship as the season unfolds. Congratulations, Ayanna, for being our standout athlete this week. Your journey in riflery is one to watch.

Healthcare:

Healthcare Science students & HOSA members went on a field trip to Northeast Georgia Medical Center- Gainesville. They toured the Cardiac Cath Lab, Emergency Dept, Rehab-Ortho Unit, and Microbiology Lab. Such a memorable, fun, and educational experience!

Essentials of Healthcare students enjoyed learning the anatomy of the heart during the Cardiovascular Unit.

Engineering and Robotics:

NFHS Engineering classes and VEXIQ teams write letters to the troops.

North Forsyth High School Robotics Team placed 3rd against the top teams in the state this weekend at GRITS - FRC Robotics Competition.

North Forsyth Robotics Team tied 4th and won Most Robust Robot at the BEST Robotics Competition. This means our robot performed its task perfectly without the need of repairs or redesign. I love this Competition because the teams get a bucket of parts and they must build a robot out of those parts and nothing else. I am proud of my hard working team!

Jodi

Mark your calendars, Club/Organization photos will be 11/29 and 12/13.

Students, your sponsors will give you your designated date and time slot. Photos will take place in the Raider Arena during RT/Wellness.

Expectations:
- Come a little before your time slot. We will take the photos in 5 minute rotations. If you miss your window, you will not be in the image.
- There will not be retakes. We hope you all can attend!
- Students will need to sign up for RT/Wellness. Photo sessions will take approximately 5 minutes, so they are expected to stay in their designated RT/Wellness classes when not at photos.
- Please keep volume low in the arena. We will have groups ranging from 3 - 300 and all individuals need to hear the photographers.

Senior Tribute Ad

Deadline is 11/7 (A communication went out that said 6th, we will also accept them on the 7th while space permits)

Honor your graduate with a special Senior Ad in the yearbook. This commemorative gift allows you to desire a page of pictures and text to show your love and pride for your senior. Visit YearbookOrderCenter.com and input job #15157. When you get to the landing page, scroll down to the "Share Your Love" graphic. There, you can create and buy your ad.

As of this week, the deadline to complete your Senior Ads has been extended to 11/7!

Senior Quotes & Activities

We are accepting Activities & Quotes for senior bios until our senior image disk arrives. Don't let your space be blank! It is a special way to leave your mark and share your accomplishments.

Senior Quote form: https://forms.gle/iEX8XPGm721rp9oPA

Senior Activities form: https://forms.gle/2G8MWz72recfiTtm8

Pre-Sales End 12/31

Now's the time to buy your yearbook before the holiday rush. Visit YearbookOrderCenter.com and input job #15157.

Pre-sales will conclude on 12/31 and after that, books will be available while supplies last.

Theater:

Fall Musical Theatre Showcase / 1st Period Acting, One Acts

Friday, November 10th and 11th at 7 PM

A Christmas Carol

Thursday, December 7th at 7 PM

Friday, December 8th at 7 PM

Saturday, December 9th at 3 & 7 PM

Chorus:

A Light Shines

Tuesday, Dec 5th 7:00 Cumming First United Methodist Church

Football:

Varsity defeats Apalachee 42 -12 to finish the regular season 5 - 5 and 4 - 2 in region play for 3rd seed heading into the 1st rd of the State Playoffs. The Raiders will travel to defending State Class 6A State Champions Langston Hughes this Friday.

Comp Cheer:

Won the Region Championship at Houston Cty Sectional and advanced to the State Meet on Saturday in Macon.

Swim & Dive had our 16th Annual Kickoff Invitational hosted by North Forsyth this Saturday! Highlights included a 3rd place overall finish for our boys and 4th place for our girls! State qualifying times by Owen Cooper, Carter Bennett, Shane Paridee, Jonathan Lee, & Lilly Clarke. Great first weekend for the team!