Today students in Mrs. Hoggard's Honors American History class expored a simulated Civil War battlefield using Virtual Reality goggles. Students were able to "walk" through this site and examine how both sides in the war built defensive forts, kinds of weapons used, life of soldiers, and important information from historic documents. One student said "but it's in cursive!" Historians will tell you being able to read cursive handwriting comes in handy. When asked if they wanted to use VR goggles again students replied "YES!"
We had a great time in this unique learning environment. Shout out to MCS Technology Department for getting us these these VR goggles for our school. Our students are excited about using VR technology to enhance their learning experiences.
As we conclude CTE Month, check out the Martin County Schools "Made in Martin" video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mEiNZP05H8
sponsored by NCWorks, RiversEast, and the Golden Leaf Foundation.
This is a reminder for all JUNIORS. Tomorrow is your ACT test date. Please be sure to get a good night's rest tonight and eat breakfast in the morning. Arrive to school on time tomorrow for your ACT test. We encourage all students to do their best on this test as the scores can be used as part of college admission requirements.
The JROTC department will be hosting the ASVAB test on March 12 in the RHS Media Center. This test measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success. Please see CPT McDade for more information.
See Ms. James if you have any questions.
Good evening South Creek and Riverside HS families. This Mr. Mizelle with your weekly reminders.
Attention all 11th graders: The ACT will be administered on Feb. 27. Guardians please encourage your child to try their best on this assessment as it is crucial to college acceptance.
CTE WorkKeys testing will take place on Feb. 28 and March 5 at the IC. Students who take the WorkKeys tests have a clear way to demonstrate their abilities to future employers. Please contact Ms. Christenberry for more information.
Reminder! Notes regarding absences must be turned in within 3 days of returning to school. The friendly Dental Van will be returning in late April for 6 month checkups. This is a free service. All forms must be completed and submitted before March 4th. Please see Nurse Spence for more information.
Yearbooks are now on sale for $45. You will have to pre-order and pay for the yearbook this year by March 28. You must pay with cash or check to Mr. Griffin at the RHS campus and Ms. Woolard at the IC. Please contact Ms. Cardwell and Mr. Griffin for more information.
Prom tickets are now on sale. Tickets are $35 a person or $60 a couple. Nurse Spence will be in charge of ticket sales and exact change or a check must be used as payment. The last day to purchase tickets and turn in guest applications is March 22. The grand march will require a $5 admission for each guest to view. This is a fundraiser to assist the prom committee with supplies for prom.
Community college application week is March 4-8. Login to cfnc.org for more info. Several college scholarship applications are coming due in March and April. The deadline for FAFSA applications is March 1. You can contact Ms. James or Mr. Smith for more information.
Don’t forget about our math tutoring after school on Tues./Thurs. Until 4:15 pm. You must have transportation home.
National Honors Society inductions will be on March 6 at 5:30 pm in the auditorium.
The band will host a spring concert on Feb. 27 at 7 pm in the auditorium.
South Creek Seniors, the last date for ordering your graduation cap & gown is quickly approaching. All orders need to be placed by Feb. 26. If you need assistance with your order, please contact Ms. Wynn for more information.
The JROTC department will be hosting the ASVAB test on March 12 in the media center. This test is for anyone who may want to pursue the military as a career. Please see Capt. McDade for more information. The JROTC will also host a blood drive in the auditorium lobby on March 22.
Ms. Hoggard’s history class will be assisting in the 250th year celebration of Martin County. This event will take place starting on March 16 at Moratoc Park from 10 AM to 4 PM. Our band/chorus/JROTC will be participating in the event as well.
There will be a talent show on May 16. Any student interested in participating needs to see Mr. Edwards or Ms. Cardwell.
Progress reports were sent or will be sent home this week as some classes wanted to include the benchmark testing assessment for guardians to see. Please check powerschool for up to date attendance and academic progress.
The choir will be performing at the SCES black history program on Feb. 29 at 1 pm, come out to support.
Great things are happening in Martin County Schools.
Go Knights/Go Cougars/Go Martin County
Round 1 NCHSAA Playoffs. Come out and support the Martin Boys on Tuesday night.
Reminder for parents and guardians. Notes regarding student absences must be turned in within 3 days of returning to school.
Friendly Dental Van will be returning in late April for 6 month checkups. This is a free service. If you have insurance they will accept it but if not they will not charge you. A new form will need to be completed if you want your student to have a dental checkup. (xrays, cleanings, fillings, etc) These forms must be completed and submitted before March 4th. Your students can get these forms from the front office, school nurse or any of their teachers. They are printed in English and Spanish.
Students were provided an informative presentation by Chief Larry Johnson of the MCC Fire Academy. MCS currently has students enrolled in the Jr. Firefighter and Exploration programs through Williamston Fire/Rescue. Firefighters and Rescue personnel are in need nationally.
Edwards, Inc., an industrial contractor with locations throughout eastern NC, presented their company and career opportunities to students recently. Ms. May, company recruiter, and Mr. Sutton, project manager, provided the information. Edwards, Inc. is also the corporate sponsor of the MCS College and Career Fair on March 27th.
Congratulations!
Tickets are on sale now! See Nurse Spence before 1:00 each day.
Ticket Prices: $35 Individual
$60 Couple
$5 per grand march spectator tickets
Calling all FFA Alumni and Friends! Please join us for the Martin Co. FFA Alumni & Friends Meeting on March 14th @ 6pm. Come out and learn more about our FFA Program and how you can help us grow by becoming an Alumni & Friends Member!
This opportunity is open to any and all who wish to support the Martin Co. FFA Program, you do not have to be a Martin County Resident nor FFA Alumni.
SENIORS
Seniors see Ms. James if you have any questions.
You are invited! Come out Tuesday to see what our students learn and how they learn. This includes our NEW MATH curriculum. Refreshments will be provided.
Support our new choral program
Come out tonight and support the basketball teams!
We will host curriculum night in the media center at RHS on Feb. 20 from 6 pm to 7 pm. Come learn about what our students are learning, including our new Math curriculum.
There will be a talent show on May 16. Any student interested in participating needs to see Mr. Edwards or Ms. Cardwell. There will be an interest meeting on Feb. 22 during 1st period.
As we celebrate black history this month, please come and see our displays in the media center and on social media. Also the choir will be performing at the SCES black history program on Feb. 29 at 1 pm, come out to support.
Great things are happening in Martin County Schools.
Go Knights/Go Cougars/Go Martin County