GLOW GAZETTE

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Students & Parents,

We hope you are enjoying this beautiful fall weekend!

As a reminder, GLOW is closed on Monday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. We look forward to seeing all students back at school on Tuesday of this week.

Be sure to keep scrolling to read all of the latest news and updates from GLOW.

We are looking forward to another great week ahead.

Kate B. Tayloe

Principal

💫 HAPPENING THIS WEEK 💫

NCSSM PROGRAM OFFERINGS

On Thursday 11/14 Rob Andrews the Dean of Admissions for NCSSM will be at GLOW to describe the programs NC School of Science & Math has to offer.

These include not only the 11/12th grade residential high school program that leads to guaranteed admission and a tuition grant to a UNC campus (2 former GLOW girls are currently enrolled here), but also NCSSM Connect which GLOW offers at the HS level, and a host of summer opportunities.

The residential program application for 10th grade students to submit to attend in Fall 2025 is due January 5, 2025. Parents are welcome to attend the 9:45 am information session.

Mr. Andrews will also be hosting an evening presentation at UNCW at 6pm at the Fisher Union Azalea Coast Room. To Register, use this link.

Best Self First

The Class of 2026 will participate in Best Self First, a mandatory signature program for 11th grade students, on Friday, November 15th, 8:30-12:30 p.m. in Saklad Hall. This interactive program will help students grow self-advocacy skills in preparation for college admissions, internships, and work opportunities. More information will be shared with students in Leadership Advisory!

💥 WHAT'S NEW! 💥

COLLEGE REPS VISITING GLOW - MONDAY (11/4)

10th-12th Grade students can register to attend visits with representatives from a variety of colleges when they visit GLOW Academy. Students should log into their SCOIR account to view the calendar and register to attend. Sessions are typically hosted in Saklad Hall during lunch and advisory. If a meeting is during their lunch, they should grab their lunch and bring it to Saklad Hall. Email Ms. Lexi with any questions!

11/18 - Meredith College
12/3 - Johnson & Wales University

✅ REMINDERS ✅

OPERATION HOLIDAY HOPE TO SUPPORT WILLIAMS ACADEMY IN WESTERN NC

GIFT CARD DRIVE TO SUPPORT FAMILIES IN WESTERN NC

On Monday, October 28th, GLOW Academy will launch Operation Holiday Hope, an initiative to support the families of Marjorie Williams Academy in Avery County who have been impacted by Hurricane Helene.

Marjorie Williams Academy is a small, K-12 charter school with around 100 families, including students, teachers, and staff. After recent events, thier Principal, Ms. Austin, reports minimal damage to the school building itself, but their families have been significantly affected. Many families have at least one parent that has lost their job due to flooding, mudslides, and/or impassable roads.

Our goal for Operation Holiday Hope is to help the Williams Academy community enjoy a warm, comforting holiday meal. We are collecting $25 gift cards from stores in their area that are open and operational. This includes:

Food Lion
Walmart
Lowes Foods

Please send gift cards in a sealed envelope marked Attention: Jen Wilson-Mathis, and drop them off at the front desk. Include your name, child’s grade level, and, if you’d like, a card or note of support.

We encourage you to share Operation Holiday Hope efforts to your co-workers, neighbors, family, and friends who may also like to donate!

Collections will end Monday, November 18th to ensure timely delivery to Principal Austin and distribution to families before their holiday break.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Jen Wilson-Mathis, Director of Admission + Community Outreach at jwmathis@beaconeducation.org or 910-338-5258 x105.

High School Essay Contests

Any 9th - 12th grade GLOW student is eligible to enter two local essay competitions with cash prizes!

1. Racial Justice Essay Contest: This contest requires students to write about an issue that impacts African Americans or people of color. Entries are due 12/15/24 and at least $5000 will be awarded among the winners.

2. We the People Essay Contest: This contest requires students to write about what they view as the privileges and responsibilities of being an American citizen. Entries are due 11/22/24 and $200 will be awarded to the winner.

Both competitions have specific requirements, so students should see Majeski-Turner or Kramer for full details if they are interested in entering one or both of the contests. Best of luck!