December Bulldog Monthly, Page 2 (All text can also be read below image)
Bulldog Monthly Newsletter | I am Newberry High
From the Principal:
Dear Bulldogs,
Believe it or not, the first semester of the 23-24 school year is coming to an end. As we return from our Thanksgiving break, we only have three and a half weeks to wrap up the classes that our students and teachers have been working hard in since August.
We have four courses that will conclude with the state’s End of Course Examination in the upcoming weeks. These courses include English 2, Biology 1, US History, and Algebra 1/Intermediate Algebra. NHS will continue hosting our EOC Academy after school to assist students in preparing for these assessments. The EOC Academy is a wonderful opportunity for students to get the one-on-one assistance that they might need. As we near the exam weeks, it is important that students are in attendance, well rested, and academically prepared for these assessments, as well as the final exams.
Newberry High School administration, faculty, and staff have challenged our students to meet and exceed high expectations in all areas of education. We have put an intense focus on attendance, academics, and behavior. Our amazing Bulldogs have so far answered the call and improved in all three of these areas. Below, you will find some comparisons to display the results of the hard work of our students, faculty, and staff. As always, we are thankful for the support of our community and families as we continue this growth and journey towards success for ALL students.
Sincerely, Sarah E. Harvey, Principal
# of Students Failing a Math or English Course in Quarter 1 2022-23 = 117 2023-24 = 61
# of Discipline Incidents Resulting in Suspension in Quarter 1 2022-23 = 71 2023-24 = 44
# of Students who have Missed 10 or More Days of School in Quarter 1 2022-23 = 141 2023-24 = 105
EOC ACADEMY AND MAKE UP TIME OPPORTUNITIES December 5th December 7th All students enrolled in a course that has a SC End of Course Assessment are encouraged to attend the EOC Academy for test preparation! Upcoming academy dates: The academy meets in content teachers’ rooms from 3:30 to 4:30. All students are reminded of the “10 is 10” attendance policy from the SC State Department of Education. NHS offers many opportunities to make up missing seat time, so all of our students can earn their Carnegie units. See your administrator with any questions you might have about absences or the attendance policy
EOC AND EXAM DATES
12/5 English 2 EOC —Writing
12/11 English 2 EOC — Reading
12/12 Biology EOC
12/13 US History EOC
12/14 Algebra 1 / Intermediate EOC
12/15 Make Up EOCs
12/18 1st & 3rd Block Finals
12/19 2nd & 4th Block Finals
12/20 Half Day for Students
BULLDOGS GIVE BACK! Secret Santa for Seniors! Visit the tree at Irene’s to choose an angel from our community! Return the unwrapped gift to Irene’s or Newberry High School by December 13th. NHS Secret Santas will wrap and deliver the gifts to senior citizens in our community who have been identified as in need or will be alone on Christmas.
SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS- Students of the Month!
Kolton Long (9th), Kelsey Dewalt (10th), Braxton Neal (11th), and Azariah Stephens (12th)
YEARBOOKS! Senior Yearbook quotes are due December 18th!
Order your 2024 yearbook! Yearbooks are $70 until January 26th! Order at Jostensyearbooks.com
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