Raider's Choice Enrichment Program     WHS PTSA LINK

The Walton PTSA-sponsored  "Raiders' Choice Enrichment Program" will offer three classes this week during WEB from 1:15-2:15. Students can pick and choose the topics that interest them and fit into their WEB schedule and academic commitments. Some sessions will have a limited number of participants.  For a peek at the total Fall Schedule or for more information, go to  Raiders' Choice.  

Follow links below for program descriptions and registration for October 15th WEB:

THIS WEEK:   "Stress Management Techniques"

A small group workshop to introduce science-based, mind-body tools students can use to improve attention, focus and performance. Spaces will be limited. Auxiliary Gym. 1:15-2:15

REGISTER: Stress Management Small Group

                         "Pumpkin Decorating Contest"

Get a team together, come up with a creative concept, and meet in the Commons from 1:15-2:15

Pumpkins and basic craft materials will be provided as well as refreshments and prizes for the winning team.  Contest rules are posted as a file attachment.

 REGISTER: Pumpkin Decorating Contest  

                         "Study Skills" 

Learn study skills to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of your study time!   This program is eligible for tutoring credit for students on the MUST STAY List.    Theater. 1:15-2:15  

REGISTER: Study Skills                    

2015 Yearbook: Don't forget to purchase a 2015 YEARBOOK. The cost goes up to $100 midnight tonight (October 12, 2014). Click the link to place your order. PURCHASE YEARBOOK 

PTSA Faculty Breakfast:  We still have a few slots left for orange juice, coffee creamer and a couple of other things. If you can help, click here: I'll bring the Juice!  Thanks for your support! 
 

Bus Driver Appreciation Luncheon: will be held on October 27.  Want to help show our appreciation for our wonderful bus drivers?  Click here to sign up: Bus Driver Appreciation Sign-up!
 

Interested in pursuing a career in the medical or veterinary field?  Consider traveling to the beautiful island of Grenada for St. George's University's Med Vet Summer Leadership Academy with fellow Walton students and teachers.  Informational meeting October 30 at 7:00pm in C-176. For more info: University Link  Email questions to Amanda.Ryan@cobbk12.org.  

The WHS Homecoming Parade: planned for Friday, 10/17, starts at 2:45pm at the Temple Kol Emeth, 2972 Sewell Mill Road. (There is no parking at the Temple.) The Parade will route down Sewell Mill to Bill Murdock Road, ending at Walton HS. The WHS Marching Band will lead the parade which will feature the football team and coaches, cheerleaders, class floats, entries by several Walton Clubs and school dignitaries including Principal McNeill.

TRUCKS are still needed for the Homecoming Parade.  The lineup will start at approximately 1:45 p.mand the parade will end at 3:30 p.m.  If you are over 21 and have a truck you would be willing to drive in the parade, contact Dawn (dawn30067@gmail.com)  Come join the fun!

Picture Retakes have been rescheduled for Tues.10/14. Studio 7 will be in the gym lobby during all lunch periods to take pictures of students and staff who did not have their pictures taken in August.  Picture packages ordered in August should be delivered this week.

Senior Parents!!!!  Breakfast Volunteers/Donations Needed:  On 10/15, the PTSA will host a Senior Breakfast and you get to help!  This is one of your last opportunities to lend a hand and enjoy the excitement with your senior! We STILL need 4 volunteers to help decorate (3:00-5:00 on 10/14) & make pancakes (Dads, we're calling your name! Grab a buddy and sign up to help!)

YES! Sign ME Up. 

Want to donate a prize for the popular: "Senior Class Price is Right?"  Go to our Registry and pick out what you would like to donate! Thanks for making this day special for your student and their classmates! 

ASVAB EXAM: Students interested in the U.S.Armed Forces are encouraged to sign up to take the ASVAB Exam. The ASVAB will be administered the morning of Wed., October 15 in the media center. The ASVAB helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military; a score is required prior to enlistment. Please see Ms. Rogers in Counseling for more info and to register. 

To thank our teachers and staff for their hard work and all the extra time they give to our students, we are hosting a celebration in their honor at the end of this month.  To show our appreciation, we will be giving them some much needed school supplies!  To contribute click: Teacher Supplies. You can drop off your donation at the bin in the Walton front office during the week of October 20 - 24. Thank you!! 

GET a Cobb County Public Library System Card in the Media Center!  A library card provides access to great books and parallel reads, test prep and homework help, digital resources, including ebooks, and lots more! Pick up an application for your own CCPL Card in the media center.  Students under 18 must have a parent signature on the application.  Submit the application to the Media Center before 10/14.  On Tuesday, 10/14, a CCPL representative will be available in the Media Center during all lunches to generate a library card for each student's application while they wait! 

Lady Raiders Volleyball  begins their run for a 5th state championship this Thursday at 7 PM with a home match against Chattahoochee. Coach Fitzgerald is calling for a "blackout" for the first round of the state playoffs!  Come support your Walton Volleyball Team..."Never out of the fight!"

Letter Jacket Fitting :October 23th from 3:25-4:15 in the Commons for a Dec.15th Delivery

Swim and Dive Team Tryouts:    Swimming tryouts are Oct 20 & 21, Diving tryouts Oct 20 & 22. You must   pre-register here: TRY OUT REGISTRATION  For information, visit the website at Swim and Dive

Basketball Team Tryouts:  Tryouts for all teams begin on Mon. 10/27! Online registration is mandatory - please visit WHS Basketball for details and a registration link.  Questions? Contact Coach Duncan or Coach Goydish

TOUCHDOWN!!!! : For ticket information, schedules, and more, click WHS RAIDERS FOOTBALL and click here to watch the MO SHOW with Coach Dixon. Tickets for the 7:30pm Homecoming game will be sold during lunch on Friday this week!

FOLLOW THE RAIDERS and Support our Teams! For information on schedules and game results of fall/winter sports at Walton, click Volleyball, Cross Country, Swim and Dive, Basketball  

                                 "Passion Into Action"                       WHS PTSA LINK

Have you filled out the  "Turning YOUR Passion into Action,"  survey yet? Think about your skills, your hobbies and interests, and consider the ways you would like to share these your expertise at Walton.  Here is the link to take the survey:: "Passion Into Action"   

Thank you to Zeal, a modern eatery in Market Place!  Zeal has donated (3) $50 gift certificates for lucky winners of a random drawing of survey participants! Congratulations to Julie, our first winner!  The next drawing will be held soon so complete your survey today!   Thanks for your support!