News from the Pirate Ship

Dear Pirate Families,

As I reflect on this week, I am grateful to all of our students who have been diligent about following our safety procedures. I also appreciate the support of our district safety personnel and law enforcement who responded quickly to the social media post that was being circulated.

We are aware of the widespread issue of parents not receiving notifications of school communication. While this issue was not within our control and is related to the transition to Infinite Campus, the district has been actively working, student by student, to make sure these issues are resolved. We are hopeful that all issues will be fixed in the next few days. Please know that our goal is always to communicate clearly, widely, and often.

This week's "News from the Pirate Ship" is full of great information, including an exciting announcement about our upcoming college nights on Monday, 9/23 and Tuesday, 9/24.

Don't forget that student announcements, "The Daily Pirate Post" are also shared daily on our website and social media, Bookmark this site for easy access. https://bit.ly/4g7DfFD.

Enjoy your weekend, and we will see you on Monday, Pirates!

Melissa Hurst

Principal

Homecoming Dance- Homecoming Dance will be held in the cafeteria on Saturday, Oct 5 from 7-10pm. Tickets will be sold during all lunches on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays between 9/10 and 9/26. Guests from other schools are allowed, guest forms can be picked up at the ticket table. Dress to impress– no shorts, no jeans. Tickets are $20 each.

https://homecoming-ticket-sales-temp-60307.cheddarup.com/

Student Drivers- Please remember that parking passes must always be displayed. Drivers caught speeding, revving engines, or driving recklessly will lose parking privileges with no refund. Students who are caught parking without a pass can and will be towed. Parking is a privilege that can be revoked at any time.

Parking Pass Sales- We still have spots available for sale and we will reopen sales on Monday, September 9. Students must bring a completed application. Parking pass fee ($120) can be paid online or in person.

While we await more direction on parent access, you can view grades and schedule through the Student Portal. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to implement this statewide change.

Directions for Students to Access Schedule in Infinite Campus

There are 30 spots left for the Senior Trip to Universal Studios! The trip will be from Thursday, January 30th to Sunday, February 2nd. The total cost of the trip is $750, if you are interested, bring a cash or check deposit of $150 to Mrs. Pickerall in Rm 214!

MCV4 documentation is required to be turned into school nurse before September 25. Please bring a printed copy to Tammy Franklin, school nurse, in the front office.

5th Annual UNC System Virtual Open House – You’re Invited!

Prospective students, parents, and school counselors, join us for this special virtual event! Admissions Counselors from each UNC institution will provide valuable insights into the admissions process, while current students share their college experiences and answer your questions live.

Dates: October 7-8 and 14-15, 2024

Time: 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM

Register Here

Introducing NC College Connect: Your Simplified Application Pathway

Join GEAR UP Lunch & Learn webinar to discover how NC College Connect makes it easier for students to apply to participating UNC System and North Carolina Community Colleges. This program is open to NC public high school juniors with a weighted GPA of 2.8 or higher.

Date: September 18, 2024

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Register Here

Introducing NCICU Direct Admission

Introducing NCICU Direct Admission for 26 Colleges and Universities

Twenty-six North Carolina private colleges and universities are offering eligible students more immediate acceptance to their campuses for the 2025-2026 academic year. North Carolina Independent Colleges & Universities (NCICU) recently announced the Direct Admission Program to provide a seamless and swift application process. North Carolina seniors with a weighted GPA of 2.8 or higher can answer a few straightforward questions, and then receive information directly from the colleges and universities of their choice, including details about conditional acceptance, specific campus requirements, and available financial aid options.

Register Here