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Did you miss the last edition of Connections, WHS e-newsletter? If so, click here: CONNECTIONS
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October 19th: Parent iPad meeting with Principal McNeill, Theater 7:30 pm
October 20th: Class of 2020 Intro Night, Theater 6:30 pm, Hearing & Vision Screening
October 21st: Parent iPad meeting with Principal McNeill, Theater 7:30 pm, Hearing & Vision Screening
October 28th: WEB, Pumpkin Decorating Contest, Commons 1:00 pm
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News, Resources and Volunteer Opportunities
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Pumpkin Decorating Contest: The PTSA sponsored Raiders' Choice Enrichment Program will sponsor a Pumpkin Decorating Contest during WEB on October 28th at 1:00 in the Commons. Students can form groups of 1-4 persons and use their creativity and PTSA supplied pumpkins and supplies to create their pumpkin masterpieces. We will display the pumpkins in the Media Center so that Walton students and teachers can vote on the winning pumpkins. Prizes will be awarded! We will have 20 pumpkins for decorating. If your group would like to participate, please send an email with the names of your group members to waltonpresident@gmail.com. The first 20 groups to email us will be included in the event. We had some fantastic entries last year and cannot wait to see this year's creations!
Letter Jacket Fitting: Fittings will take place on Thursday October 29th from 3:25 pm - 4:00 pm at the Field House. The delivery date will be December 15th. Order forms are available in the front office.
Walton's Copy Crew: We could use a couple more volunteers to help out each month. The shifts are 2 1/2 hours and are either in the morning or the afternoon. You can sign up for one or multiple shirts per month. If you can help, please contact Cindy Sloan to learn more at 770.595.2242.
Bus Driver Appreciation Help Needed: Please help us show our Raider Appreciation to our 60 wonderful bus drivers at Walton! We are hosting a luncheon on Monday, October 26. The bus drivers love this event. We will provide the food and would love for you to send in an item, donate towards goody bags, or volunteer your time to help the day of the event. If you can help, please click here: Bus Driver Appreciation
Spanish Supply Teacher Needed: Walton High School is currently seeking a supply Spanish teacher for 12 weeks starting in late October. The applicant must be a college graduate with a working knowledge in Spanish but does not need a teaching certificate. If you are interested or know someone who may be, please ask them to contact world language department chair, Christina Diaz, at Christina.diaz@cobbk12.org.
Self Defense Classes: On Wednesday, November 11, the PTSA is sponsoring two self-defense and awareness clinics. One for the Walton Community which is open to students, teachers, parents, and friends from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Dickerson middle school for a reduced rate of $39 per person. WHS students who have taken on-line health classes may take this course free of charge. The second class is a FREE Senior Girls' Self Defense class from 1:00 - 3:00 pm during WEB on 11/11 in the Auxiliary Gym. Steven Spivey of Max Defense believes anyone can learn to use the "great equalizers: adrenaline and fear," to successfully defend themselves against a stronger opponent. For more information and to register, go to Self Defense .
Washington DC trip: Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors are you interested in going to Washington DC? Walton High School will be taking students to DC through the Close Up organization from January 17th-22nd. Students will have an opportunity to meet and room with other students from across the country. The trip includes a chance to meet with our Senators and Congressman and/or their staff, a private tour of the capital, a night at the theater, generally sightseeing, a tour of Georgetown University, and workshops such as engaging in a debate between a liberal and conservative. The cost of the trip is $1,787.00 and includes airfare, a reputable hotel, 3 meals a day, transportation fees while in DC, and entrance to all venues. This experience helps students grow socially and academically all while making friends to last a lifetime. Please come see Ms. Merlin in G104 for more information. The deadline is approaching.
Summer Enrichment Trip: St. George's University Med/Vet Summer Leadership Academy offers the opportunity of a lifetime for high school students (age 15-17) interested in the field of medicine or veterinary medicine on a campus that covers the beautiful True Blue peninsula overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Click here for more information or email:Amanda.Ryan@cobbk12.org. Join us for an Informational meeting on Thursday October 29 at 7:00pm in C176. SAT & ACT Tutoring: Walton High School is again partnering with Applerouth Tutoring Services to provide after-school test prep classes for the ACT and SAT. Students can prepare for the December 12 ACT or the January 23 SAT in our Tuesday afternoon classes from 4p-7p, each of which will include three (3) mock test opportunities to practice for the real tests. In particular, the January 23 SAT will be the final administration of the SAT in its current format, so this will be the last opportunity to get in before the new test is unveiled March 5. Sign up here for the class of your choice! |
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Meeting with our Principal
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Attention Walton Parents: Per Principal McNeill's letter dated on 10/9/15 (click here to view letter), Walton will be introducing a one-to-one device program in January, 2016. Please join Mrs. McNeill on either October 19 or October 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the Theater to hear about the plan to implement the use of iPads in the classrooms. Apple will be presenting information on how the iPad will enhance your student's educational experience and will also be available to answer questions regarding warranties, insurance, etc.
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Legislative & Advocacy Update
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At its fall meeting, the Georgia PTA Board of Directors approved its legislative priorities for the 2015-16 year. These will provide the framework for what PTA advocates speak about and support, particularly during the 2016 Georgia General Assembly session. Please click here to view these. Georgia PTA produced a short video regarding its position on the Opportunity School District which will be on the ballot in 2016. Mark your calendars for November 10 for our Education Forum in the Theater at 7 pm. Every family who is concerned about class sizes, curriculum, funding and support of public education will want to be there!
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Graduation information: Herff Jones will be taking cap, gown and announcement orders during lunch on Thursday October 22nd and Friday October 23rd. They will also take orders on Thursday October 22nd from 4-7 for an optional parent order night.
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Hearing and Vision: Hearing & Vision Screening is Tuesday October 20 and Wednesday October 21. Please WEAR your glasses or contacts to the screening!!
Date change for ordering class rings: Due to the length of the new PSAT, we were unable to have the class meeting on October 14th. The class meeting for the students is rescheduled for Feb. 3rd. There will be a parent meeting on Feb. 11th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the parent meeting, parents may drop in at their convenience to order rings. Rings may also be ordered during the lunch periods on Feb. 12th. The meeting scheduled for Thursday, 10/22 is canceled, please disregard the information you received in the letter.
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Parents of all 9th grade students: During the spring semester of 9th grade, your child will experience the world of Shakespeare's drama and language. All 9th grade English classes will read the classic tragedy Romeo and Juliet. In order to enhance your student's understanding of the play, we have an opportunity to take students to see a matinee performance on February 24, 2016. The performance is produced by the highly respected Atlanta Shakespeare Company at the Shakespeare Tavern playhouse in Atlanta at 499 Peachtree Street, NE.
If you would like to reserve a spot for your student at the matinee performance, please send in payment of $25 to cover the expenses and a signed permission form. Checks should be made payable to Walton High School or exact payment is required if cash. All monies and permission forms are due by Friday, October 23. Please turn in these items to your student's English teacher. Please see the English page of the Walton website for details and permission form. |
College Board launches a "Daily Practice for the New SAT" app: College Board has launched a free app that allow students to "scan and score" a paper PSAT/NMSQT or SAT practice test with their mobile device and receive instant score feedback and connection to practice resources. There is a one minute video on their site that showcases this new PSAT/SAT practice app. The video can be found by going to: College Board.
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Walton HS Drama Presents its Fall Musical: Kiss Me, Kate! Performances are 11/5 at 7pm; 11/7 at 2pm & 7pm; 11/8 at 2pm. Tickets are on sale NOW at waltondrama.com: $15 Reserved, $10 General. General Seating tickets will also be available at the door. The Saturday Matinee, 11/7 at 2 pm is FREE admission to current 4.0 pass holders with ID.
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Lady Raider Varsity Volleyball Runs for State Title: Come out on Tuesday, October 20th at 7:00 pm and support the Lady Raider Varsity Volleyball Team as they continue their run for a state title. They will take on the #2 ranked team...Johns Creek. This will be the first meeting of the season between these 2 power houses. It will be an exciting match and you don't want to miss it. This game has been designated as a "black out." Come out and support the spandex...GO RAIDERS!!
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The PTA Business Partner of the week is Smashburger. PTA members received a BUY ONE ENTRÉE GET ONE FREE coupon good at all 4 Atlanta locations when they received their PTA membership card. It expires 12/31/2015. For more information about Smashburger, click here.
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