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Important Dates                                                                                       WHS calendar link
October 2nd:  WEB
October 7th:   WEB
October 8th:   PTSA Reflections Entry Deadline
October 10th: Operation Clean Sweep, 11:00am - 2:00pm
News, Resources and Volunteer Opportunities
iPhone donations: If you are getting the new iPhone/iPad, please consider donating your old iPhone (5 or higher) to the Walton High School media center.  We would like to have a collection of BYOD devices for student check out.  All donations are tax deductible.  Please contact Dr. Mallanda at catherine.mallanda@cobbk12.org to make a donation. 

Health and Wellness Menu Planning Information Session: - Please join us for an informational session led by Jill Gregory, Board Certified Nutritionist and Certified Personal Trainer on Tuesday, September 29th from 10:00am - 11:30am at WellStar East Cobb Health Park at 3747 Roswell Road, Marietta.  We will provide several options for simple Menu Planning that help to sustain your energy throughout the day. Come to sample some of the suggested items! Parents (and young children!) are all welcome. 

Special Education - Parent Sessions: In collaboration with the Cobb County School District, 9th District PTA is hosting a series of parent information sessions that will address special education topics. Please join us on September 28 at 6:30pm at Dickerson Middle School for the first of these meetings which will be an overview of the Division of Teaching and Learning Support and Service. Please click here for additional information. 

Summer Enrichment Trip:  St. George's University Med/Vet Summer Leadership Academy in Granada offers the opportunity of a lifetime for high school students (age 15-17) interested in the field of medicine or veterinary medicine.  The Academy offers courses that combine didactic lectures, small-group problem solving sessions, practical lab work in state-of-the art facilities, and hands-on training through simulated and real-life situations. Join us for an Informational meeting on  Thursday October 29 at 7:00pm in C176. For more information, email:  Amanda.Ryan@cobbk12.org or click here

Yearbook: Don't forget to order your yearbook before the price goes up in October. To order, click walton yearbook.

PTA Reflections 2015-16: This year's theme is "Let your Imagination Fly."  The deadline for WHS student submissions is Thursday, October 8, 2015.  For more information, including forms and instructions, visit the Reflections page.
For Seniors
Senior Breakfast: The annual tradition of the Senior Breakfast Price Is Right Game Show is right around the corner. In the past, we have relied on the generous support of our parents to donate prizes for this event and this year is no different! If you would like to contribute a prize, your donation would be gratefully appreciated. Prizes range in size and price, so there is sure to be something for everyone. Please click here to make your donation. THANK YOU!
From the Counselors
ASVAB The ASVAB will be administered on Wednesday, October 14, 2015 to Juniors and Seniors. The registration deadline is October 5th, 2015. The ASVAB is a multiple-aptitude battery that measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military. Students will register using Naviance Family Connection. To register, go to the Naviance page and Log In; Click on Colleges Tab; Click on All Upcoming College Visits; Locate ASVAB and Click on Sign Up; Click on Sign me Up.  If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Prosser or Ms. Clary in the counseling office.

PSAT Information and Registration:
  The PSAT will be administered on Wednesday, October 14th during the school day.  The 10th graders are already registered as the State pays for their test.  If you have a 9th or 11th grader and have not already paid for them to take the test, please do so ASAP.  The cost is $15.00.  Please have your child come to the records room and see Mrs. Schrenk.  
Legislative News
Educational Panel Speaks at ECCC PTA General Meeting: Delegates and guests attending the East Cobb County Council of PTAs general membership meeting held on Tuesday, September 8 were able to hear from a distinguished panel of education and content experts about critical issues facing our schools. Check out the Walton PTSA website for additional information: Legislative News 
Walton Raiders Athletics:   WHS athletics link
Come support your Walton Raiders! Avoid the line....purchase your Walton Raiders' football tickets on Fridays during lunch periods from 10:30 am-1:30 pm in the Commons (cash or check payable to Walton High School). Ticket prices are: Reserved $10.00, Reserved with Backs $12, General Admission $7.00, Student $5.00 ($7.00 at the gate).

FOLLOW THE RAIDERS and Support our Teams! For information on schedules and game results of fall sports at Walton, click WHS football WHS cheer , WHS softball ,      
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