Fork Shoals eNews

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Volume 13, Issue 22 January 5, 2025

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PTA Reflections

Attention Students: Do you have a talent in Film Production, Dance Choreography, Literature, Music, Photography, or Visual Arts? If so, then the Reflections Arts Program is just for you! The Reflections Arts Program has inspired millions of students to reflect on a specific theme and create original artwork based on that theme. Each year, students are recognized for bringing the theme to life!

We wanted to let you know that this year's theme for the 2024-2025 school year is "ACCEPTING IMPERFECTIONS." The deadline for entries to be submitted is January 10th, 2025. Every student who enters will receive an ice-cream treat at lunch. Classes that have 15 % or more entries will be entered to win a class pizza party for the most entries! Teachers who have 15% or more entries will also be entered to win a $20.00 Amazon gift card!

Video Link

https://youtu.be/8FlgjlxKQms?si=hdp_p5kJd5VCOeWS

You may submit entries in one of two ways. Pick only 1 way to submit. All rules and guidelines are listed on both the digital form and the paper form.

1. Digitally-Click on the Google form link below and upload your entry digitally

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Szoj-tpqoU9flJXpRJdI38zlGb4TYXdZrR86gZSwZ0I/edit

(If the digital form does not work on your school computer, you may need to submit at home on your home computer or parent email.)

2. Paper form- Please fill out the paper application below and submit your work in paper form along with the application to your teacher or the front office.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1I2biJ8Kn5nPu27klpqL0g6gkxwmN23t0pvbsLD4Mrgs/edit?usp=sharing

We will not be able to accept any work without the required form attached to it.

PTA Page

Our PTA page on our website has forms to join PTA, volunteer sign up, Friends of Fork Shoals, and more!

New Cell Phone and Electronic Devices Policy

Due to a legislative action by the South Carolina General Assembly, the South Carolina State Board of Education passed a new cell phone policy for school districts across the state, which goes into effect after Winter Break. School districts must adopt this policy pertaining to personal electronic devices. At their December meeting, the Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees approved an updated policy to comply with the state requirement.

While Greenville County Schools had updated our policy last year and this is not significantly different, we want to make sure you are aware of the most notable updates in order to comply with the state, which includes that student cell phones and personal electronic devices must be stored in backpacks, lockers, or in a location directed by school; this includes smartwatches, earbuds, and all other personal electronic devices and accessories.

Details about the updated policy can be reviewed on the district’s website. Please reach out to Mrs. Reid or Mrs. Robinson with any questions by contacting the front office. Thank you.