IHS Shark News

Tuesday, October 3rd-Regular C Day Bell Schedule

Wednesday, October 4th-B Day Bell Schedule

Thursday, October 5th-A Day Bell Schedule

Friday, October 6th-e-Learning Day Half Day Schedule

9th & 10th Grade Student Success Night-Tuesday, October 3rd at 6 pm.

Attention all Students & Parents, The Administration, Counseling Department, & PTSA are excited to announce this year's IHS Student Success Night. Students and parents are invited to attend, as the information provided will be tailored to their academic and college/career readiness needs.

This event will take place in the auditorium at 6:00 pm and will review pertinent information for your success here at Islands High School. A more detailed agenda for both will be posted soon, and we hope you can join us!

Regular C Day Bell Schedule

Islands High School - E-Learning ½ Day Expectations

Students will work remotely on Friday, October 6, 2023, the established SCCPSS District e-learning day includes a half-day of learning. Students will stay home and learn remotely. Students will not come to campus for learning. Learning will take place asynchronously through our on-line learning platforms, ie. Brightspace or Google Classroom. The e-Learning day begins at 7:30 and ends at 10:30.

1B - 7:30AM

Student Work Session: 7:30A -8:25A

Teacher Office Time: 8:30A-9:00A

2B- 9:00AM

Student Work Session: 9:05A-10:00A

Teacher Office Time: 10:05A-10:30A

Students are encouraged to email their teachers during Teacher Office Times should they have questions about assignments.

This week's faculty/staff spotlight highlights Algebra I teachers, Ms. Caesar and Mr. King as well as US History teachers, Mrs. Thompson and Mr. Lee for making impressive gains in student growth in their respective classes.

Thank you for your hard work leading our students towards academic excellence!

Hats and hoods are not to be worn on the head inside the school.

Bookbags must be clear or mesh

Dress Code Examples

IHS Students in grades 9-11 are using LightSail in their classes to improve their reading skills. Students who engage in reading through LightSail will be able to monitor their reading progress and Lexile growth throughout the year. Students who continually show engagement and progress will be rewarded in an upcoming Hard Work Cafe.

Download the document below for more information

1. HOMECOMING THEME DAYS: Click the link to view themed days

Monday, October 2: Flashback Day

Tuesday, October 3: Rhyme with No Reason

Wednesday, October 4: Reality vs Fiction

Thursday, October 5: Annual Colors Wars

*More information regarding theme days will be posted to our social media outlets (Facebook and Instagram)

Students are expected to adhere to the school policy for dress down. Tank/halter tops, pajamas, ripped/torn jeans/pants are not allowed. Skirts, dresses, and shorts must be fingertip-length or longer. Leggings must be worn under the appropriate length jumper, skirt, or dress. Leggings are not to be worn as outerwear or pant bottoms.

All shoes must be enclosed and fastened/tied properly. Slides, flip flops, slippers, and Crocs are not allowed at any time. No hats or hoods are to be worn on the head while in the building. Sunglasses are not to be worn in the building. Masks that cover the entire face and/or head are not allowed

2. HOMECOMING PEP RALLY: Thursday, October 5 during school *If students would like the opportunity to compete for their class in the pep rally games, they can purchase a ticket during lunch on Monday, October 2 or Wednesday, October 4 for the chance for their name to be called to participate!

3. HOMECOMING BONFIRE: Thursday, October 5 at 5:30 PM, IHS Parking Lot

4. HOMECOMING FOOTBALL GAME: Friday, October 6 at 7:30 PM vs Wayne County T-Shirts and other items can be purchased using this link: https://specialtysports.tuosystems.com/stores/ihs-homecoming-2023

5. HOMECOMING DANCE: Saturday, October 7 from 7 - 10 PM Islands HS Gymnasium Attire: Semi-formal ***HOMECOMING DANCE TICKET INFORMATION: STUDENT TICKETS: Use the QR code on the flyer to purchase your ticket! Make sure to enter the STUDENT'S name when purchasing the ticket. Receipt of the ticket purchase, with the student's name, will be needed to enter the Homecoming Dance.

The Mock Trial Team's Bundtlet Fundraiser ends on Monday night, 10/2! Please contact a Team Member or email Mrs. Amy Jessee (amy.jessee@sccpss.com) for flavors and payment information.

Monday, October 2nd (8:00 AM)- Junior and Senior Meeting with Herff Jones

Wednesday, October 18th (after school until 7 p.m.) - Class Ring and Cap and Gown Order Day

Click the picture to the right to view graduation attire requirements

Yearbook Order Center use school code 10915

**Seniors: Please do not order a yearbook through this site. More information coming soon on senior dues and yearbook orders**

Book an Appointment with a Counselor

Counseling appointments are now available! These appointments are intended to help with your college/career, academic, and social/emotional concerns. Please click the link above to schedule an appointment with your assigned counselor.

Ms. Vesna Avramovski-Lead Counselor: Serving 10th, 11th, & 12th grade (M-Z)

Ms. Lauren Shuman-School Counselor: Serving 10th, 11th, & 12th grade (A-L)

Ms. Taylor Higginbotham-School Counselor: Serving 9th grade

Ms. Tisinger-Counselor Clerk

To stay informed about all Junior activities for the 2023-2024 school year, sign up for the Remind App. We will be sending you important information. Sign up today! Send a text to: 81010 Text this message:@egc6a4f

Sylvan Learning Center is offering free, full-length SAT and ACT practice tests on Monday, October 9th at 11:00 AM. Sylvan can go over results the next business day with families. Call 912.355.2267 to reserve a spot.

Gateway CSB is gearing up for another amazing Brake the Stigma: Mental Health Awareness Car Show on Saturday, October 21st at Pooler’s Tanger Outlets. They are in need of some student volunteers to help with registration, directing traffic, and managing the success of the day. Interested individuals can sign up using this Google Form: https://forms.gle/5iFksiDmWdtGpLfv5

Gulfstream Family Day

We are looking for volunteers on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14TH FROM 8:30 AM-4:30 PM. Volunteers will serve food under the Jim ‘N Nick’s Community BBQ tent to Gulfstream employees and their families.

All volunteers must be able to be on their feet throughout the shift. On the day of the event, volunteers will be provided with a free continental breakfast and a lunch from Jim ‘N Nicks BBQ, as well as a free Jim ‘N Nick’s t-shirt.

To sign up email Lizzy Ross at lizzy@rmhccoastalempire.org. Include your name, phone number

Swim season tryouts will be Oct 11, 2023, from 5:30-6:30pm at the Chatham County Aquatic Center located at 7240 Sallie Mood Dr.

Swimmers will need to be dressed in a swimsuit and ready to begin immediately at 5:30. Swimmers should also have googles and a swim cap, and have on proper swim team attire.

If you are interested in trying out, please fill out this Google Form by October 5th: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd1pbycamDdUcL1Ob4EYEMVN88fRpMzwdmtDjvZVA-dZ7TNPQ/viewform

Questions? Concerns? Contact: Coach Mills at laura.mills@sccpss.com Coach Bankston at adelyn.bankston@sccpss.com

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