The Rocket Dispatch
Person High School Weekly Newsletter | September 1, 2024
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Important Dates
- Monday, September 2: Labor Day Holiday (No School)
- Friday, September 6: Fellowship of. Christian Athletes (FCA) Club meeting @ 7:35 am in room 150
- Friday, September 6: Senior Breakfast
Home Athletics This Week
- Thursday, September 5 @ 5:00/6:15 PM: JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. Orange
- Friday, September 6 @ 7:00 PM: Varsity Football vs. Northern Durham (Hall of Fame Night!)
Reminders:
- Clear Bag Policy: Spectators are limited to one bag that is clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and less than 12"x 12"x 6"— exceptions will be made for medical and baby needs.
- No Re-Entry: Spectators that voluntarily leave an athletic contest will not be allowed reentry into that contest.
- Student Supervision: All elementary and middle school students must be accompanied by an adult when attending PHS athletic events.
- Spectator Seating: All spectators must remain seated in the bleachers unless visiting the concession stand and/or using the restroom facilities. Only athletes, cheerleaders, halftime performers, officials, school personnel, or law enforcement are permitted to stand outside the confines of the bleachers during the event.
Tickets: Tickets to athletic events cost $10 (under 5 and over 65-years-old are free), Cash only. There is no online payment option.
CELEBRATIONS
Courier-Times PHS Athletes of the Week
Congratulations to Dae'Jon Hodge, Lily Atkins, and Abby Sharlow on being selected Athletes of the Week by the Courier-Times, sponsored by Grissom & Holloman, PC.
PHS Boys Soccer
Congratulations to the Boys Soccer Team on their win against RCS, 2-0!
PHS Volleyball
Congratulations to the JV and Varsity Volleyball team on their wins against Franklinton!
All Students
A huge SHOUT OUT to all PHS students that eat in the cafeteria for taking such great care of the new furniture! Keep up the great work cleaning up after yourself to ensure the furniture looks just as nice for years to come!
Friday Night Lights
Congratulations to the Varsity Football Team for their WIN (29-9) in their first home game in the updated Rocket Stadium Friday night against Halifax! A special thanks to Legacy Builders, Athletic Director Charles Dacus, and PCS Maintenance for making it all possible!
Congrats on a job well done by the PHS Band, Cheerleaders, Color Guard, Drill Team, JROTC, and Rocket Sweethearts to make the night so special!
IMPORTANT UPDATES
Dress Code Reminders
Students MUST Wear:
- Clothing which covers their skin from chest to mid-thigh with opaque (non-see-through) fabric.
- Clothing that covers undergarments.
Students May NOT Wear:
- Clothing which promotes, exposes, or advertises activities not permitted by law to minors (e.g. guns, drugs, cigarettes, or alcohol).
- Clothing which depicts profanity, vulgarity, obscenity, or violence.
- Clothing prohibited under 4300-R 21 (Gang and Gang Related Activity) or any other provision of Board Policy.
- Clothes which are overly tight or loose and therefore too revealing or obscene.
- Clothing which threatens the health or safety of staff or students,
- Clothing which is reasonably likely to create a substantial disruption of the educational process or operations of the school.
- Pajamas, nightgowns, or other sleepwear.
- Halter tops, backless clothing, tube tops, fishnet, mesh tops, muscle tops, or spaghetti straps. Holes in jeans should not be too revealing or obscene.
PHS 24-25 Cell Phone Policy
Parents/Guardians: Please review the information with your student regarding the expectations surrounding cell phone use at PHS for the 2024-2025 school year:
The 2024-2025 PHS Cell Phone Policy is as follows:
Students may have “silenced” cell phones in their possession during the school day. Students who are in possession of cell phones must adhere to the Student Code of Conduct, Student Handbook, Acceptable Use Policy, and all Board Policies, particularly Internet Acceptable Use. Each user is responsible for his/her own cell phone and should use it responsibly and appropriately. Person High School takes no responsibility for stolen, lost, or damaged cell phones, including lost or corrupted data on those devices.
During instructional time, students may not use their cell phones and must have them out of sight at all times. This includes students who are in the hallways or in the restrooms during instructional time.
During non-instructional time (before and after school, lunch and between classes), students can access their cell phones. However, students may not use their cell phones to make phone calls during this time.
PHS Doodle Art Contest
Theme of the Month: Supernatural September (Not able to be explained by physical laws)
This Week's Prompts:
9/1: Lemonade
9/2: Buisness
9/3: Clothing
9/4: Flower
9/5: Llama
9/6: Architecture
9/7: Fluffy
Scan the QR Code for rules, directions, and specific daily prompts!
Questions? Reach out to Mrs. Olson, Art Teacher, at olsona@person.k12.nc.us.
PCC Bus Transportation to/from PHS
PHS students taking PCC classes are able ride a PCS bus to/from PCC according to the schedule shown below. Please note that the dropoff/pickup location at PHS is the GYM SIDE of the building,
and the dropoff/pickup location at PCC is the big circle between the D and E building (except for the 2:40pm bus that has to be picked up from PECIL).
Need to Meet with a School Counselor?
Students should complete the 24-25 Request to Meet With A Member of Student Services form and wait until their counselor calls them to student services to meet with them.
SENIOR SECTION
Important Senior Dates
Senior Breakfast .............................September 6, 2024 (**More Info Below)
PHS Prom .......................................April 12, 2025
Cap and Gown Distribution ............April 16, 2025
Senior Spirit Week ..........................May 12-16, 2025
Athletic Banquet .............................May 12, 2025
Scholar Banquet .............................May 13, 2025
Mandatory Senior Meeting ............May 14, 2025
Senior Field Day/Cookout ..............May 14, 2025
Award & Scholarship Programs......May 15, 2025
Decision Day ...................................May 16, 2025
2nd Semester Exams .....................May 23-30, 2025
Senior Graduation ..........................June 3, 2025
Senior Breakfast (Friday, September 6, 8:30-9:45 AM in the PHS Cafeteria)
Senior Fees
To help our seniors adequately prepare for their graduation and upcoming events, a senior fee is in place, paid in two parts:
- Due December 6, 2024: $60+ tax/fees (or $70.16) paid directly to Josten’s through this link: Jostens.com ( Jostens will also be handing out information at the senior breakfast. Watch THIS VIDEO for help navigating to the $60 cap/gown package on the Jostens website.)
- Past Due: $56 paid directly to Person High School (can be paid online through the Online School Payment Center)
From Your College Advisor (Mr. Ceballos)
It is so great to be back for a third year as your college adviser. It's now your turn to start thinking about college, the workforce or enlisting after graduation. I am here to provide guidance on your path this year as you discover your next steps.
Please do not hesitate to reach out via email or our college & career advising Instagram page @phs_collegeadvising. I am currently planning our schedule for college and career events, including college visits, guest speakers, and plenty of planning sessions. If you would like to assist in the planning or have suggestions, please let me know. I want this to be a collaborative year, focusing on the events you specifically want.
For those interested in attending a public NC system school, please be aware that the testing requirements have changed from the COVID testing guidelines. For students entering in the Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 semesters:
- High School GPA: A minimum weighted GPA of 2.5 is required.
- Standardized Test Scores: Students with a weighted high school GPA between 2.50 and 2.80 are required to submit a standardized test score (ACT or SAT)
If you are in the new range that now requires you to submit either the ACT or SAT, please review the following test dates. Note that many national, state, and local scholarships may also require a test score from either the ACT or SAT:
SAT Test Dates:
August 24, 2024
- Registration Deadline: August 9, 2024
- Deadline for Changes, Regular Cancellation, and Late Registration: August 13, 2024
October 5, 2024
- Registration Deadline: September 20, 2024
- Deadline for Changes, Regular Cancellation, and Late Registration: September 24, 2024
November 2, 2024
- Registration Deadline: October 18, 2024
- Deadline for Changes, Regular Cancellation, and Late Registration: October 22, 2024
December 7, 2024
- Registration Deadline: November 22, 2024
- Deadline for Changes, Regular Cancellation, and Late Registration: November 26, 2024
ACT Test Dates:
September 14, 2024
- Regular Registration Deadline: August 9, 2024
- Late Fee Applies After: August 25, 2024
- Late Registration Deadline: August 25, 2024
October 26, 2024
- Regular Registration Deadline: September 20, 2024
- Late Fee Applies After: October 7, 2024
- Late Registration Deadline: October 7, 2024
December 14, 2024
- Regular Registration Deadline: November 8, 2024
- Late Fee Applies After: November 22, 2024
- Late Registration Deadline: November 22, 2024
February 8, 2025
- Regular Registration Deadline: January 3, 2025
- Late Fee Applies After: January 20, 2025
- Late Registration Deadline: January 20, 2025
If you would like to receive more scholarships based on merit (which is often determined by test scores), it is important to send your ACT or SAT scores to colleges. Additionally, if you believe you qualify for a fee waiver for either test, please reach out as soon as possible, as some registration deadlines are approaching.
Looking forward to a fantastic year ahead!
Best,
Mr.Ceballos (ceballosj@person.k12.nc.us)
SUPPORT PHS
Adopt-a-Teacher
To help show our teachers how much we truly appreciate them, their hard work, and their dedication to the students of Person County, we are seeking community members, parents, businesses, etc. to “Adopt-a-Teacher” by making a donation to help cover a few meals and small tokens of appreciation to start the year off right!
Donate online through the Online School Payment Center at https://osp.osmsinc.com/PersonNC/ (Select “Adopt-a-Teacher” under the Person High School options).
CONTACT US
About Us
Website: https://www.pcsnc.org/o/personhs
Location: 1010 Ridge Road, Roxboro, NC, USA
Phone: (336) 599-8321
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/personhighschool
Administration:
Michelle Honeycutt, Principal (honeycuttm@person.k12.nc.us)
Bradley Porrin, Assistant Principal A-M (porrinb@person.k12.nc.us)
Megan Riggs, Assistant Principal N-Z (riggsm@person.k12.nc.us)
Administrative Assistants:
Melonie Carpenter, Data Manager (carpenterm@person.k12.nc.us, 336-599-8321 x 20820)
Michelle Gary, Receptionist (garym@person.k12.nc.us, 336-599-8321 x 20010)
Cynthia Petty, Bookkeeper, Drivers Ed, Transcripts (pettycy@person.k12.nc.us, 336-599-8321 x 20806)
Rhonda Salvitti, Assistant to Admin (salvittr@person.k12.nc.us, 336-599-8321 x 20028)
School Counselors
LaChelle Allen, P-Z School Counselor (allenlac@person.k12.nc.us, 336-599-8321 x 20013)
Libra Boyd, A-F School Counselor (boydl@person.k12.nc.us, 336-599-8321 x 20019)
Jenn Whitman, G-O School Counselor (whitmanj@Person.k12.nc.us, 336-599-8321 x 20020)
Kelly Woody, Special Programs (woodyk@person.k12.nc.us, 336-599-8321 x 20026)
Additional Contacts
Tamara Carter, EC Lead Teacher (carterta@person.k12.nc.us, 336-599-8321 x 20023)
Emily Davis, PCC Liasion (davise@person.k12.nc.us, 336-599-8321 x 20156)
Mary West, School Nurse (westma@person.k12.nc.us, 336-599-8321 x 20203)
LaRika Whitt, School Social Worker (whittl@person.k12.nc.us, 336-599-8321 x 20021)
Important Dates
- Monday, September 2: Labor Day Holiday (No School)
- Friday, September 6: Senior Breakfast