We're thrilled to share the incredible ways we celebrated Black History Month throughout February! 🌟 From recognizing influential Black figures during morning announcements to hosting engaging events and activities like our annual cookout and BHM spirit week, we truly embraced the rich heritage and contributions of the Black community.

We're incredibly proud of the enthusiasm and support shown by our school community in celebrating Black History Month. Together, we uplifted, recognized, and celebrated the diverse voices and stories that make our community stronger every day.

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Last week, we had the honor of hosting our annual National Honor Society (NHS) Induction Ceremony, and it was truly a night to remember as we celebrated the outstanding achievements of our students! 🌟 We want to take a moment to recognize and congratulate all the remarkable individuals who were inducted into the NHS this year.

To the parents, teachers, and mentors who have supported and guided these students along the way, we extend our sincerest gratitude. Your encouragement and guidance have played a significant role in their success, and we thank you for your unwavering support.

As we look ahead, we are excited to see how these exceptional individuals will continue to inspire and lead by example in our school and community. Congratulations once again to all the inductees!

March is Women's History Month The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history.

Many people want to form new habits that will make them healthier and bring peace. However, that can feel daunting and intimidating. If you’re looking for small ways to make a big impact on your daily health and wellness, this list can help! It’s 30 days’ worth of small changes that, if implemented regularly, can lead you to a happier, healthier, longer life. These small changes don’t require a lot of money, time, or skill. After you implement one, you’ll want to do more because the results are often very significant.

✅ Try a green smoothie – if you’re a regular smoothie drinker, throw in a handful of leafy greens to ramp up the nutrition value of your smoothie. Try this great recipe

✅ Stop and breathe – a quick session of deep breathing can help you feel more relaxed and less stressed. It only takes a moment but can relax your body for hours.

✅ Eat out less – when you cook at home, you know what’s in your food. Processed restaurant food has added sodium and fats and more calories. Even if it’s a simple salad, home cooking is best.

✅ See your physician for a yearly checkup – your physician can keep an eye on what’s going on with your body year after year. Find a doctor and schedule your checkup today.

✅ Try a new healthy food – if you’ve been looking for an excuse to try that kumquat or asparagus, do it! You never know when you’ll find a new favorite healthy snack.

Algebra Concepts and Connections Assessments

During spring 2024, students enrolled in Algebra: Concepts and Connections must take two different assessments in May.

For the 2023-24 SY, new math standards were implemented statewide; this required all new Milestones assessments to be developed. When a new assessment is developed and after it is administered, the state will undergo the process to ensure that the test is neither too easy nor too hard but is just right for the students. The Georgia Department of Education will work through the process during the summer of 2024 and will not provide scores to schools prior to the end of the school year.

1. Milestones Algebra End of Course: The End of Course Milestones is required for federal accountability. The student score is used for the state accountability (CCRPI) score for the high school the first year that the student enters high school. Typically, the EOC score is 10% of the student’s final course grade per State Board of Education rule; since scores will not arrive until Fall 2024, we will administer the 2nd Semester Final for Algebra: Concepts and Connections.
2. 2nd Semester Final Algebra: Concepts and Connections: For May 2024 only since we won’t have EOC scores to measure student’s learning of the AKS, we will give the 2nd Semester Final for Algebra Concepts and Connections. This will go in the gradebook in the EOC category.

Please share this message with the parents of your students enrolled in Algebra: Concepts & Connections when you feel it is appropriate.

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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) is the gateway to getting federal student loans, scholarships, grants, and work-study for school, but there can be so much confusion around it.

The FAFSA® used to be a super long application that took a lot of time and effort—that’s now a thing of the past. The FAFSA® for the 2024-2025 academic year is the new and improved version. Check out the link below to see all the changes!

Tips on how to avoid these common FAFSA® mistakes

Every year, families postpone filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). Some skip it entirely because they think it’s a waste of time, the application is too long, or it's only a fast track to federal student loans. However, the FAFSA® package can also include college scholarships, work-study, and grants. Not filling it out—the most costly FAFSA® mistake—can result in losing money that could have helped you pay for college. Don’t be that student, and make sure you avoid these common FAFSA® mistakes by checking out the article link below!

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