Dear Students and Parents,
Student volunteers participated in a SEVAI project on Saturday by helping out at a local school, Seva Samajam, by fixing swings on the playground and painting them as well as painting a wall with student art.
The high school visual arts students will have work on display in the FAC Atrium through May 27th. Please stop in to see the amazing work created by our students.
Discover India Selections Complete
The selection for the 2015 Discover India trips has been completed for students in grades 10, 11 and 12 next year. In previous years students were assigned by a lottery method. Last year this resulted in the majority of students being assigned to a higher priority trip but, also, it meant that a number of students received a much lower ranked choice. This year a different method was used. Students applied to attend trips and justified their placement for their top four choices. In addition, student indicated if there was a particular staff member or student they would rather not travel. Finally, they were able to list particular friends that they would like to travel with if possible. Mr. McFarland was able to place 100% of the students who completed their applications on one of their top four trips. We are excited to offer 18 different trips next year and feel that the process used will result in a more enriching experience for the students.
Annual Recognition Ceremony
Earlier today we had our annual recognition ceremony/assembly. Please join me in congratulating the following students:
The recognition for Courage and Confidence will be presented to students, one per grade level, who are willing to challenge themselves both inside and outside of the classroom. These student are open to new ideas and move into the unknown. They take risks, are resilient and advocate for what they believe in.
Grade 12: Molly Brouns
Grade 11: Priya Prabhakar
Grade 10: Jannick Frampton
Grade 9: Kavya Gopinath
Recognition for Creativity will be presented to students, one per grade level, who use their knowledge, imagination and inquiry to produce new insights, products or solutions. These students are inspired to explore and expand boundaries both inside and outside of the classroom.
Grade 12: Dahyeon Kang
Grade 11: Gahyeon Kang
Grade 10: Seungyeon Ha
Grade 9: Eunbin Choi
Recognition for Compassion will be presented to students, one per grade level, who actively care for others and the world around them, showing initiative, independence and responsibility in improving the lives of others. These students celebrate uniqueness and diversity while giving support or voice to those who are voiceless.
Grade 12: Manasvi Dwaraknath
Grade 11: Sanjana Kolisetty
Grade 10: Adrienne Hoover
Grade 9: Mahra Payne
Recognition for International Mindedness will be presented to students, one per grade level, who respect and value others while demonstrating a strong understanding of their own cultural identity. These students actively seek to learn about local, national and global issues, show empathy for all and care for the world.
Grade 12: Sofia Nicholas
Grade 11: Lovish Sekaran
Grade 10: Suchitra Anand
Grade 9: Bhavia Joshi
Student End of Year Check Out Forms
Once final exams begin and students no longer have need for their texts and supplies, please note that they are encouraged to pick up a check out form from the High School Office. This form must be completed before records are released. The form entails collecting signatures from teachers and other coordinators (e.g. librarian) to demonstrate that all school materials have been returned.
Lost and Found Items
Lost and Found items are stored near the MC rooms. Sonia David in the main reception holds the valuable items. Kindly visit these areas if your student has lost something.
The items that have been found will be displayed on tables in the main entrance from Wednesday, June 3rd through Friday, June 5th. Please stop by to see if any of these belong to your family. Those items not claimed by Friday, June 5th will be donated to local orphanages.
Second Semester Exam Schedule Available
Please click here to access the second semester exam schedule. Please note that we do not give exams early and, as such, families are advised to make their departure for summer after exams conclude.
Summer Opportunities for Students
The counselors continue to maintain and add to their blog with summer opportunities for students. Families who are interested in participating in summer programs should check out the Counselor's Blog on the HS Counseling Moodle page. There is a page dedicated to summer enrichment programs which the counselors are updating as new information comes to them. If you are aware of programs that you'd like to share publicly, please email information to Ms. McGlamery or Ms. Larsen.
Sincerely,
Joelle Basnight
High School Principal
Jason Hicks
Secondary Associate Principal