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Interested in joining a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) this spring?
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 The AMHS Wellness Committee with the help of Lowcountry Local First and Rosebank Farms is offering parents the opportunity to participate in the Rosebank Farms spring CSA. Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) has become a popular way for consumers to buy local, seasonal food directly from a farmer. Here are the basics: a farmer offers a certain number of "shares" to the public. Typically the share consists of a box of vegetables, but other farm products may be included. Interested consumers purchase a share (aka a "membership" or a "subscription") and in return receive a box (bag, basket) of seasonal produce each week throughout the farming season. This is a great way for your family to get healthy local produce directly from a family farm and support our area farmers!
Best of all, if at least 30 people from AMHS and/or SOA sign up for this CSA, Magnet will be a drop spot for the food each week. Just think... you can pick up your kids and get fresh veggies at the same time!
SHARE SIZES & PRICES
Small Bag: Perfect for 1-2
Medium Bag: Ideal for family of 4
Large Bag: Best for a large family or to can
and/or freeze in-season produce
Small $220 per season or $660 annual
Medium $330 per season or $990 annual
Large $440 per season or $1,320 annual
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Family Enrichment Night #2 Monday, February 25
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 Four Topics for Family Enrichment Night
Two brand new, and two returning
MONDAY FEBRUARY 25 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Refreshments served
Two Sessions with each speaker repeating his/her presentation
You pick two topics!
Magnet students WELCOME!!
The Presentations:
1. "Coaching Active Families to their Financial Goals"
Mike Kelley, the owner/founder of the BMK Group, will be giving a dynamic talk designed to help bring families "financial peace". Mike will give a sports related "box talk" which covers FINANCIAL fundamentals, offensive and defensive strategies and preparation for a winning "final score". His talk is designed for the busy Magnet family.
2. "Study Less and Remember More: The Science behind Effective Learning"
An interactive presentation by Dr Cynthia May, a Psychology Professor at College of Charleston. Participants will leave with concrete techniques for boosting study habits and performance; students and parents alike will benefit from this amazing program!
3. "How am I going to Pay for College?"
Mike Fox from SC Student Loan Corp. returns to the Lecture Hall to talk about options for paying college expenses . Mr. Fox is a dynamic speaker tackling the sometimes daunting task of financing college educations.
4. "Effects of Alcohol and Drugs on the Teen Brain"
Ms Sylvia Rivers returns to speak about the effects of alcohol and drugs on the teen brain. As the Outreach Coordinator for MUSC, Ms Rivers brings a new perspective to a timely topic.
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It's time to turn in items being donated for the auction
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Please deliver donor forms and auction items ASAP
Deliveries of donations can be made to any of the following locations:
AMHS - Linnie Duckett
West Ashley - Sue Woods, 18 Broughton Rd.
Contact: woodswest@earthlink.net or 754-2340
East Cooper - Cynthia Brown, 204 Wandolea Dr. Contact: brownfamily20@gmail.com or 437-3563
If it is more convenient for you, the auction committee can pick up your donation. Contact Darlene Rawls at cusabo2@bellsouth.net or 478-9335 to make arrangements for pick up.
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You are invited...
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ACADEMIC MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL
PARTNERS IN EDUCATION (PIE)
invites you to
CELEBRATE MAGNET'S
25TH SILVER ANNIVERSARY
Saturday, March 23, 2013 at 7 o'clock p.m.
THE CITADEL HOLLIDAY ALUMNI HOUSE
69 HAGOOD AVENUE, CHARLESTON
DRESS: "SERIOUSLY SMART" CASUAL
TICKET PRICE IS $50 PER PERSON
(BEFORE MARCH 8)
AND $65 (AFTER MARCH 8)
PURCHASE TICKETS, DONATE FACULTY TICKETS OR MAKE A DONATION ONLINE HERE OR CONTACT SUE WOODS AT 793-3940 OR WOODSWEST@EARTHLINK.NET
LIVE AND SILENT AUCTIONS
COMPLEMENTARY BEER, WINE AND MIXED DRINKS
HEAVY HORS D'OEUVRES
SPECIAL THANKS TO AUCTIONEER DOUG WARNER
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Coastal Community Foundation Announces 2013 Scholarship Opportunities
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With students beginning to receive college acceptance letters, Coastal Community Foundation is proud to offer financial assistance to Tri-County high school seniors who plan to pursue a two- or four-year college degree. Made possible through the generosity of donors, awards ranging from $500-$5,000 are awarded from the Foundation's 28 scholarship funds (listed below). While applications are open to all seniors from Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties, some Funds have been established to benefit students from particular geographic areas or high schools, those who are planning on attending certain post-secondary institutions, or who are entering certain fields of study. Additionally, scholarships are awarded based on character & personality, involvement in extra-curricular and community activities, financial need, academic success, aspirations, and ability to overcome obstacles.
Applications are available online through a web-based program, Scholar Select. Prior to creating an online account, students should review the scholarship descriptions to determine their eligibility. In completing one application, students can be considered for each of the Foundation scholarships for which they are eligible. Additionally, the service allows students to make online requests for recommendation letters from faculty, mentors, etc. who will submit the letters electronically. The deadline for completed applications is March 18th, 2012. For more information, please contact Richard Hendry at richard@coastalcommunityfoundation.org.
To access scholarship descriptions and the online application, please visit
http://www.coastalcommunityfoundation.org/nonprofits/scholarships.htm
Available 2013 Scholarship Funds
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 Help this year's annual auction by becoming a sponsor |
 PIE's primary fundraising event, Celebrate Magnet, will be held on March 23. You can help by becoming a sponsor. Sponsorship levels range from Raptor ($5,000+) to Owl ($250) and come with many benefits. Any level you choose is greatly appreciated! If you'd like more information, please contact Hallie Seibels at 843-345-7899 or hseibels@gmail.com. Thank you.
Please follow the Virtual Terminal instructions below when paying by credit card.
Virtual Terminal Instructions: 1. In the first box, type the dollar amount to be charged. 2. In the second box, type the level you would like to sponsor (Raptor, Eagle, Osprey, Falcon, Owl).
3. Click Next.
4. On the next page, fill in fields marked in red (and address 2 if necessary).
5. Click Submit to process the transaction, and a new page, "Auction pay Virtual Terminal" will load once the card has been processed.
6. A confirmation (receipt) email will be sent to the email address provided.
Thank you for being a PIE Auction Sponsor!
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Pennies for Patients
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The Pennies for Patients campaign to raise funds for children with leukemia and other blood diseases is in full swing. Collection boxes are located in each Focus classroom, so remember to donate today! Parents can also donate online at: http://scar.sy.llsevent.org/academicmagnethighschool
Instructions for donating online:
- Click the large red DONATE NOW button the top right-hand side of the screen.
- The donor will then be prompted to fill out a form with their information, type and amount of donation, any personal note they want to add, and student name/classroom/teacher to credit the donation to.
- They will receive an email receipt upon donating online. The coordinator will also receive an email when a donation is made.
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2014 Spring Break Trip to England, Scotland, & France
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 Join us on a Spring Break Trip 2014 to England, Scotland, and France. The total price for students is $3652 (includes everything but lunches and cancellation insurance). Sign up now online and receive a $100 discount until the end of February. If you have already traveled with EF, you can receive an additional $100 savings. Go to eftours.com/ESF, then type in the tour number 1229635. You can view the itinerary and other details. Sign up online with a $95 deposit, and make monthly payments. For more information, contact Dr. Altman at Mary_Altman@charleston.k12.sc.us or call 746-1300, ex 26227. We look forward to traveling with you!
Dr. Altman, Mr. McCormick, and Mrs. Lankford
Photo courtesy of
Matthew Hunter.
Used with permission
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AMHS school newspaper needs your help
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The Bird's Eye View has established sponsorship categories and advertising rates for the school newspaper for the 2012-2013 school year. The sponsorship categories are as follows:
Bronze Sponsor: $5.00 - $25.00
Gold Sponsor: $25.01 - $49.99
Diamond Sponsor: $50.00 and up Businesses... interested in advertising in The Bird's Eye View? Students... want to place an ad in your newspaper?
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School Calendar
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 February
Pennies for Patients Fundraiser
Monday February 11 - Thursday February 28
Progress Reports
Wednesday, February 20
American Mathematics Competition 10/12
Wednesday, February 20
During 1A class
Family Enrichment Night #2
Monday, February 25
6:15 pm - 8:30 pmFuture Events National Honor Society Induction March 14 7:00 p.m. AMHS Lecture Hall Celebrate Magnet Auction March 23, 2013
The Citadel
Prom
April 27, 2013
Montague Terrace at the North Charleston Coliseum
7:30 pm -12:00 a.m.
More details to follow AMHS Class of 2013 Graduation June 6, 2013 North Charleston Convention Center 8:30 a.m. More details to follow
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Click on this link to receive the Raptor Report directly in your inbox each Wednesday
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EDITOR'S NOTE:
If you have information for next week's Raptor Report, please send that to me by
Sunday, February 24.
Due to a schedule conflict, I will not be able to accept entries for next week's Raptor Report after Sunday. Anything sent in after the deadline will appear in the following week's issue. This deadline change only affects the February 27 Raptor Report.
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Click here to vote on your choice for next year's academic calendar. The survey will be active until February 25, so take this opportunity to give CCSD your input about the 2013-2014 school calendar!
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From the Guidance Department...
College Goal South Carolina is an annual event which helps students and families complete the FAFSA ( Free Application for Federal Student Aid). In addition to getting professional help to complete the FAFSA, students are provided information on state scholarships programs as well as information about the state's two and four year higher education institutions. This year, College Goal South Carolina event for the Tri County area will be held at Trident Technical College, 7000 Rivers Avenue, Charleston SC February 23, 2013. The event is FREE.
For questions or more information please contact Josephine Brown at 843-574.6777
Visit www.collegegoalsc.org for more information and additional locations.
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to everyone to everyone who helped make the Blood Drive possible by missing class, donating blood, setting up, or volunteering on February 7. You helped us donate 22 units of blood that day, and your contributions are much appreciated! 
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Teachers, Students, Parents....
If you have information you would like to share with the AMHS community in the next Raptor Report, please submit your article, picture(s), or announcement to Rhonda Hunter
by Sunday, February 24.
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The Youth Group at Lighthouse Church in Mount Pleasant is having a spaghetti dinner fundraiser on Monday, February 25. Dine in or take-out between 5:30 and 7:00 pm. Dinner includes spaghetti, side salad and garlic bread and costs $5 per plate or $25 per family. Please see HaleyMae Campbell to purchase tickets in advance
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Students...
Do you need community service hours? Click on the link above for a list of community service opportunities. If you choose to participate in a community service project, remember to take the Community Service Project form and have the event sponsor sign it for you. If you know of an opportunity that needs to be added to the list, forward that information to Sarah Winters at tswinters@hotmail.com.
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QUICK LINKS
Have you checked out the new school website lately?
Raptor Report Archive Access back issues of the Raptor Report here. (Note: Due to digital storage limitations, pictures may not display in older issues of the Raptor Report.)
Click on this link to go to PIE's website.
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Click on the logo to link your REDCard. AMHS School ID is 118136
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Remember to pick up a Publix keychain card at the AMHS visitor desk, and give it to the cashier each time you shop at Publix
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Need more information about AMHS athletic teams?
SAT Question of the Day Click on "Question of the Day," answer it and then see the percent of correct & incorrect answers from thousands of others who have answered it as well. |
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Raptor Report
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by the Monday preceding the Wednesday publication date.
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PIE BOARD
MEMBERS
Mary Catherine Dubois
President
Susan Frohnsdorff
Vice President
Sharon Beeson
Treasurer
Cheryl Roberts
Secretary
Brenda Rindge
Member-at-Large
Nancy Tezza
A/B Honor Roll
Hallie Seibels, Coleman Legerton, Darlene Rawls, Co-Chairs
Auction
VACANT
Convocation
Christen Hall
Family Enrichment
Marilou Hunt
Grocery Store Partnerships
Ellen Schaaf
Hospitality
Dee Ann Bauer, Nina Hoffman, Co-Chairs
International Dinner
Robyn Bradley, Nancy Tezza. Co-Chairs
Membership
Lisa Short
Office Volunteers
Rhonda Hunter
Raptor Report
Cammie Camp
Staff Appreciation
Robyn Bradley, Nancy Tezza. Co-Chairs
Student Directory
Cassidy Rindge
Student Rep.
Sarah Winters, Hayley Carter
Student Volunteer Opportunity
Angela Kordonis
Teacher Meetings
Gwen Hooffstetter
Teacher Rep.
Jill Leber
Thinkers-In-Residence
Michelle Bing
PIE Website
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AMHS STAFF
Judith Peterson
Principal
Lucy Pinckney Vice Principal
Linnie Duckett
Secretary Amy Neloms Guidance Director
Anna Lamb
Guidance Counselor
Susan Henley
Pam Emanuele
AMHS TEACHERS
Paul Aburrow
U.S. History
Joy Altman
French
Heather Benton
Hon World Literature &
Theory of Knowledge/Senior Thesis Prep
Larissa Bortz
Drama, Thesis, Yearbook & AP Literature
Linda Colon
Spanish
Krista Cornehl
Algebra 2, Probability & Statistics
Jamie Corson
Technology
Laura Eicher
Biology/Science
Murray Eicher
Chemistry/Science
Sakilra English
Engineering
Frank Flanigan
History
Jennifer Grayson
Thesis & World Literature
Ian Grimshaw
Music
Curtis Hoffman
U.S. History & Psychology
Gwen Hooffstetter
Geometry
Carol Hurt
English
Daniel Jent
French
Sully Johnston
Math
Maria Kelly
Spanish
Phillip Ladd AP Physics, Hon. Chemistry
Andrea Langley
Science
Mary Lankford
English
Tyson McCormick
Biology, Anatomy & Physiology
Tonya McIntyre
Algebra & Geometry
Anna Merriman
Spanish
Katharine Metzner-Roop
Biology
Douglas Murphy
Government & Economics
Mini Narayanan Physics Teresa Novinger English Nairobi Orr Global Studies, AP Government, AP Economics, Newspaper Advisor, Testing Coordinator
Rebecca Padgett
Hon Pre-Calculus, Hon. Calculus
Micheline Phelan-Callicott
Art & Photography
Jon Phillips
Computer Science
Terry Pirch
9th Grade English Carrie Renes
Math
Andrew Rusciolelli Social Studies
Eileen Shields
Spanish
Jason Stackhouse
Psychology & Global Studies
Sharon Williams
PE & Drivers Ed
Cathy Woods
English
Junius Wright
European Literature & Creative Writing
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