Wednesday, March 9, 2016

CEF Accepting Applications for 10 Senior Scholarships
The Carroll Education Foundation is now accepting applications for ten $1,000 CEF Senior Scholarships for qualified seniors. Requirements and the application link are found here. CEF heavily relies on the generosity of sponsors and donors to fund the over $1.2M in grants and $200,000 in senior scholarships provided since inception. You can support CEF in its 20th Anniversary of giving back to Carroll ISD with a donation. Visit southlakecef.org for more information and for opportunities to support education in your community.

Book Madness Challenge Picks The Martian
This year's Book Madness Challenge at Carroll High School and Carroll Senior High School chose The Martian by Andy Weir as the winner. This book was the top choice by the students as they picked a winner in each round starting with the Sweet 16. Click here to see the Facebook post regarding the challenge.

FWOpera Mentors Southlake Students in Operatic Master Class Thursday
Fort Worth Opera's (FWOpera) talented Hattie Mae Lesley Apprentice Artists will host a Master Class and perform with students of Carroll Senior High School on Thursday, March 10 at 7 p.m. Check out the full article here.

Eubanks Students Connecting with Former NFL Player
Eubanks Intermediate School 6th grade students will have a Skype visit with author, Tim Green, on Thursday, March 24 at 3 p.m. in the cafe. Green will share his message about teamwork with students as they prepare for their Battle of the Books competition. His book, Football Genius, is one of the books students may read for the Battle. Green was a defensive end for the Atlanta Falcons. After retirement, Green became a lawyer. After writing more than a dozen books for adults, Green began a series of best-selling novels for children.

Dragon CREW Tryouts
CREW tryouts will take place on Friday, April 8 at 4:30 p.m. at Carroll Senior High School. All applications are available in room 405 at CSHS, and must be returned to Mrs. Lacava by Monday, April 4. Any questions or concerns may be sent to linda.lacava@southlakecarroll.edu.

Carroll ISD Spring Storm Reminders/Procedures
Carroll ISD would like to remind staff and parents of our procedures for spring storms and severe weather. Tornado/storm drills are conducted regularly to help ensure staff and students know what to do in the event of approaching bad weather. Fire drills and lockdown drills are regular requirements in CISD schools, as well. CISD is also fortunate to have first responders on our campuses through the K-12 School Resource Officer program funded by the City of Southlake's Crime Control Tax. Read more on MySouthlakeNews.com.

Art in the Square Showcases High School Artists
Art in the Square, a fine arts festival held at Southlake Town Square April 22-24 showcases artwork of world-wide renowned artists, emerging artists and high school artists. The contest is open to any student of high school age in Northeast Tarrant County including those in private schools and those who are home schooled. Read the full story here.

Dragon Golf Tryouts for Incoming Freshmen
Incoming freshmen interested in trying out for Dragon golf click here. Tryout dates will be posted when they have been confirmed and are typically held in mid-May. For questions, contact Dragon golf coach Matt Glenn - matthew.glenn@southlakecarroll.edu.

SAGT Accepting Scholarship Applications
The Southlake Association for Gifted and Talented (SAGT) is now accepting applications for a $1,500 SAGT Senior Scholarship for a graduating senior. Click here for equirements and the application.

AP Booster Club Accepting Applications for Annual Senior Scholarships
The AP Booster Club is now accepting applications for the Annual Senior Scholarships for graduating seniors. The application process includes an application form and a typed 500-550 word Narrative Essay utilizing the provided topic. Applicants must be current members of the AP Booster Club, and have taken at least one AP, Pre-AP, or Honors class at any time during high school. View the full application here.

Spring Break Camps for Dragons
Click here for the latest listing of spring camps for Dragons.

Looking for a Job? Aquatics Center Hiring Lifeguards, Swim Instructors
The CISD Aquatics Center is currently hiring certified Lifeguards and Swim Instructors. To apply and for more information viist the Carroll ISD job listings page.