10/2/2015 OHS Announcements

2. Our goals for students are
more ambitious than any we
have ever attempted. Our 10-
year strategic plan is designed
not only to improve the quality
of public education, but also
create a more
knowledgeable, productive
workforce and ultimately
benefit our entire community.

3. Non-Emergency pulling of a
FIRE ALARM is
A Felony Juvenile Court
Offense
EXPULSION
will be issued for this
Level 4 Offense

4.  CAPA and University Academy
› (CAPA students 9th-12th, and Honors students 10th-12th)
 Mrs. Ashley Tipton, 416-2031, tiptonat@scsk12.org
 Professional Academy
› (Repeat 9th graders, and 10th-12th traditional students)
 Ms. Ramala Osman, 416-2139, osmanr@scsk12.org
 9th Grade Academy
› (First time 9th graders)
 Mr. Kevin Trice, 416-2024, tricek@scsk12.org

5.  8/15 TBA(SCIAA
Jamboree) Memphis
Metro TBA
 8/18 @ Central
› 5:00 p.m.
 8/20 @ East
› 5:00 p.m.
 8/24 @ Whitestation
› 5:00 p.m.
 8/26 Whitestation
› 5:00 p.m.
 8/27 Hamilton
› 5:00 p.m.
 9/1 @ Melrose
› 5:00 p.m.
 9/3 Whitehaven High
› 5:00 p.m.
 9/8 @Hamilton
› 5:00 p.m.
 9/15 Central
› 5:00 p.m.
 9/22 Melrose
› 5:00 p.m.
 9/24 @Whitehaven
› 5:00 p.m.
 9/29 East
› 5:00 p.m.
› Home Games in BOLD

6. If you’re interested in
joining the Spanish Club,
please pick up an
information packet in
room 133. New
members | $10
Dues |$5

7. O – HOUSE HANG OUT
FOOD, FUN + FRIENDS
3:00PM UNTIL 5:00PM
AUGUST 21, SEPTEMBER 4 & 18, OCTOBER 2 & 23
NOVEMBER 6 & 20, December 4 & 17
FUN, FAITH & FRIENDS – Who is Jesus? What is the Gospel?
6:30am Until 7:15am - Every Thursday Morning
August 27 – December 10
Overton House 1611 Colonial Road 38117

8. FREE TUTORING IN CLASS SUBJECTS
– BREAKFAST PROVIDED, GAMES & DEVOTIONALS
ACT PREP HELP
PRESENTED BY
OVERTON FCA CLUB
FCA CLUB MEETS IN ROOM 133, * 9:30AM – 12:00PM
OCTOBER 3, NOVEMBER 7 & 14;
DECEMBER 5 ACT TEST DATES – OCT. 24 & DEC. 12
SPONSORED BY FCA & HIGHPOINT CHURCH

9. The OHS Gay/Straight alliance is here! There will be an
initial recruitment meeting Monday, October 5th in room
235, from 3:15pm to 4:15pm. All students and teachers are
welcome.

10. Homecoming Week, Wingfest & BlueOut Sept. 28 – Oct. 9!
~Homecoming Week starts Monday, Sept. 28!
~Tailgate and Football Game – Friday, Oct. 2!
~Culinary Society Wingfest – Oct. 6 2-3:30pm
~BlueOut Tailgate – Friday Oct. 9 2-3:30pm

11. It is not too late to donate $20 to the Make-A-Wish
Foundation to wear jeans EVERY FRIDAY, if you haven’t
already donated.

12. Students if you are interested in being a youth court
volunteer, -pick up a application from Mr. Trice in the
Guidance Office.
Youth court volunteers will prosecute, defend and serve
as bailiffs and jurors in a real sentencing hearing of
juvenile offenders in Shelby County.

13. THE RESULTS ARE IN!
Congratulations to Derrick Dailey, Victor Hernandez,
Maria Rios & Peyton Walker! Your designs will be used on
the 2015 Mole Day T-Shirt! See Mrs. Mitchell today for
further details – OHS faculty, staff & students get ready for
information on how to purchase your T-Shirt later this
month.

14. Its time to order your Mole Day T-Shirt!!
Them e: “May The Moles Be With You”
Wear it on Mole Day…Friday, October 23, 2015 & ANY
Friday for the rest of the year!!!!!
Small – XL - $12
XXL - $14
XXXL up to XXXXXL - $16
Purchase your t-shirt by Thursday October 8, from Mrs. Lisa
Mitchell (Room 111)

16. All National Honor Society Candidates:
You must submit all candidate forms and applications no
later than November 30, 2015.

17. All current National Honor Society Members:
If you have not done so, please leave your contact
information with Mrs. Odum immediately – we are in the
process of updating our records.

18. Club B.A.S.I.C. is having an interest meeting Tuesday
afternoon, Oct. 6 in the library. The meeting will start at
2:30pm and repeat at 3:30pm for the 8th hour students.
Club B.A.S.I.C. is open to 9th – 12th graders. If you are
looking to be a leader or looking to improve your future.
Club B.A.S.I.C. is the organization for you.

19. On this past Saturday, approximately a thousand students
auditioned for the prestigious West Tennessee Honors
Choir. – Congratulations:
-Arniece Ibezim
-Nicklaus Carter
-Jeremiah Young
They worked extremely hard!!!

20. The GIRLS SOCCER TEAM scored a stunning last minute
goal to Ridgeway and guarantee a winning record for
the season! Congratulations!

21. Please join us for our 1st Quarter ART JAM!
Overton High School
CAPA ARTS EXHIBITION
October 8, 2015
6-8pm
Overton Armory
400 Building

22. We have begun our “Trick or Treat so Kids can Eat” food
drive. Students please bring canned or dry food items to
your 5th period teacher throughout the month of October.
Teachers please send down your collected food items
with a student representative during lunch. Your grocery
bag will be returned to you. The winning class will receive
free admission to see the Monday performance of
“You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”, on November 16.

23. The CAPA Drama Department is searching for a talented
artist to design their CAPA Drama T-Shirts. Any student
who is interested in submitting a design, please see Mr.
Hoy in room 234.

24. Teachers please make sure that your (Red) Emergency
Folder is updated, complete and placed in your
mailboxes. It is very important that the proper information
is placed in these folders, in case you are out. If you have
any questions, please see Dr. Chandler (500 Building
Office).

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416 - 2136
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