High School Weekly Update
April 19, 2024
Principal Thoughts
This weekend, we will host one of the biggest events of the year for our Junior and Senior students, Prom.This is an event we look forward to every year with great anticipation. This is a wonderful night for our students, and they will certainly make memories that will last them a lifetime. We want these memories to be positive ones for our students, and it is important that students make wise decisions as they are making their way to and from Prom. To help all students think about the importance of making good choices, we hosted Mr. Rodney Poole (pictured below) from Talk It Out NC, who visited us on Wednesday to talk about the dangers of underage drinking. One of the major points of emphasis Mr. Poole made was around the topic of peer pressure and how students often feel forced into underage drinking because they think everyone else around them is engaging in this behavior; however, Mr. Poole pointed out that the exact opposite is true. Mr. Poole shared data with us that the overwhelming majority of students nationwide do not engage in underage drinking. Furthermore, Mr. Poole shared that young people who do drink are far more susceptible to alcoholism when they get older. In addition to this, our Health Club is leading a Prom Promise campaign where students are making a pledge not to engage in drinking on Prom Night. As parents, we hope that you will reinforce this message so that all students will look back on this year's Prom with nothing but fond memories. Now, let's dance!
Thursday, April 25
We will have an alternate schedule on Thursday, April 25. Students will attend all six classes, beginning with 1st period. School will begin at 8:25 and dismiss at 2:55.
Friday, April 26
Senior Project Presentations will take place next Friday, beginning promptly at 8:30 a.m. Seniors should plan to arrive by 8:00 a.m. This will be a Teacher Workday for all other students, middle and high school.
Academic Calendar 2024-2025
The following adjustments have been made to the 2024-2025 Academic Calendar:
- The ACT for Juniors was moved from March 7 to March 14. March 7 is now a normal day for all students. March 14 will be a virtual day for 9th, 10th, and 12th graders. Juniors will come to campus to take the ACT. This will be an early release day for the Middle School.
- Senior Project Presentations will occur on Monday, March 17, which remains a Teacher Workday for all other students.
At this time, the calendar is finalized, and no further changes should be needed. However, if something unforeseen occurs resulting in an additional change, we will communicate this through our various channels. The '24/'25 Academic Calendar is now posted on the website, and you may access it by clicking here. For the '24-'25 bell schedules, please click here.
Final Exam Schedule
Final Exam Schedule
5/23 - 1st & 2nd
5/24 - 3rd & 4th
5/28 - 5th & 6th
Exam 1 - 8:25 -9:55
Break - 9:55-10:10
Exam 2 - 10:15-11:45
End-Of-Course Exams - Begin at 8:25
5/29 -
Biology (End time is 10:45)
English II (End time is 11:15)
5/30 -
Math 1 (End time is 11:45)
Math 3 (End time is 11:45)
Please note the following regarding HS Final Exams:
- Friday, May 31 is an exam Make-up Day for extenuating circumstances only. Students are expected to attend their exam at the stated time above. Please reach out to Mrs. Kristen Gray at kgray@graystoneday.org if an issue arises.
- Students are expected to leave once exams have concluded for each day.
- Early check-outs are not permitted on exam days. Please plan accordingly.
- The following students are exempt from final exams: (1) Seniors may be exempt from seated, non-EOC final exams if they have a 90% on a 10-point scale and no more than 6 absences. Seniors may not be exempted from final projects given in lieu of a final exam. (2) Any student in an AP class who takes the AP exam.
Student Advisory Council to Host Dodgeball Tournament
Student Advisory Council will be hosting a Dodgeball Tournament on May 2nd during Knight Time in the Main Gym. All Students are allowed to come in and watch for free. If you are interested in participating, sign-ups will be held during both lunches on April 29th and April 30th. In order to sign up, you will have to make a team of 6 people and pay a $6 fee. Winners of the dodgeball tournament will receive a prize. We hope to see you there!
Teacher Spotlight
This week, our Teacher Spotlight features Mrs. Brenna Ferrell, who currently teaches Math 1 and Math 3. This is Mrs. Ferrell's first year at Gray Stone, and her 8th year overall as a teacher.
Knights of the Week
Knight Award
At our Staff Meeting this past Thursday, Ms. Mattie Burris was recognized by one her colleagues as this month's Knight Award winner. Ms. Burris' colleague wrote, "[she] is always willing to step up and help, no matter what the task requires. She steps out of her original role willingly. . .has the kids' best interest at heart and spends her time working with kids to help them reach their full potential. She goes out of her way to check in with people, communicate with teachers, and have genuine conversations."
Congratulations, Ms. Burris!
Student Trip to the Azores - Summer 2025
Save the Date
"Hello, Gray Stone Knights! Let's end the year off with a bang by celebrating the National Honor Society's Fun for Funds: An Athletic Carnival Extravaganza! The schoolwide carnival will take place at Gray Stone on May 3rd, from 5-7 PM. There will be games, food trucks, a silent auction, and more. All funds (which can be paid via cash or PayPal at the event) will go towards funding the Gray Stone Athletic Complex. We hope to see you there!"
Upcoming Athletic Events
Hollywood Red Carpet GSDS Prom 2024
Date: April 20, 2024
Time: 8:00pm-11:00pm
Location: F&M Trolley Barn
165 E. Liberty St.
Salisbury, NC
Help Needed - Click Below to Sign Up
Friday Drink Sales
Lunch Menu
Monday Pasta (Meat or Alfredo Sauce), Garlic Bread, Side Salad
Tuesday BBQ Chicken, Corn, Green Beans, Salad Bar
Wednesday Beef or Chicken Tacos, Black Beans, Rice, Salad Bar
Thursday Baked Potato Bar, Salad BarFriday Teacher Workday
Driver's Ed
About Us
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Website: graystoneday.org
Location: 49464 Merner Terrace, Misenheimer, NC, USA
Phone: 704-463-0567
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