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Week Ahead 10/7 - 10/11B Week with Special Schedule Thursday, Faculty Workday FridayDaily Schedule
Picture Day Monday (Grades 9-11)Upper School students (Grades 9-11) will take pictures on Monday, October 7, and are asked to go to Gwynette during free periods, study halls, community time, or lunch. All 11th, 10th, and 9th students should wear polo shirts and uniform bottoms to school for pictures. Please click here for additional information. Homecoming Court Recognition Monday at 6:30 p.m.We will hold the recognition of our 2024 Homecoming Court on Monday, October 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the Wendell Center between the JV and Varsity Volleyball games against Palmetto Christian Academy. Please come and celebrate our Homecoming Court, wear your garnet and gray, and support our Cyclones! Seniors (Only Seniors) will have a Super Cyclone Dress Down day on Monday in honor of this event. 11th Grade - PSAT Digital Readiness Check Monday during CommunityWe have rescheduled the PSAT Digital Readiness Check for TOMORROW during Community (10:55-11:25). See the email from Ms. Wingfield for room assignments. Approved Snack List ReminderWe are "nut aware" campus and students should not bring in food or candy with nuts, peanut butter, tree nuts, etc to give out to others. Please see the Approved Snack list for appropriate items. Service this WeekFood Drive The annual celebration of World Food Day is October 16th. The purpose of this day is to increase awareness and understanding of the complex issue of food security for all and the importance of sharing with those who are hungry. Our entire school observes this event by participating in a food collection for local people who are in need. The food is distributed to people in need on James, Johns, and Wadmalaw Islands by our staff at Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach Center. They have counted on our generous school community to fill their food pantry each Fall for over 20 years. Collection boxes will be available in each classroom to collect food by Monday morning. We are asking each grade to bring in a specific food item. Grade 9: Fruit Juice Grade 10: Peanut Butter Grade 11: Soup Grade 12: Beef Stew & Canned Meats Thank you in advance for your contribution. Your support allows our school to be a part of a national effort to collect food for those in need. We will also share a surplus of food donations with organizations that are supporting the rescue and recovery efforts in areas impacted by Hurricane Helene. Sincerely, Your Food Distribution Service Leaders: Mac Grubb, Ellis Applegate, & Elizabeth Kulka Thursday - In honor of World Homeless Day on October 10th and our visiting speaker at chapel this week, Dr. Marion Platt, we will host a charitable snack sale for Star Gospel Mission at 11:20 outside Ms. Tate's office. Advisory Pop Tab CompetitionThe advisory pop tab competition is back! This school year there will be two winners--one per semester-- and the advisory that has collected the most pop tabs by December will earn their reward. These pop tabs will be donated to the Ronald McDonald House, which will then be recycled in exchange for money. This raises thousands of dollars for the RMDH each year! The Ronald McDonald House provides economic aid and housing for families with critically ill children. If you have any questions feel free to contact Jane McClary. Thank you! International Study Trip Applications due MondayThe Study Trip application deadline for the trips to Spain and Martinique has been extended to Monday, October 7 at 12 p.m. All of the information related to the trips can be found on the Study Trips webpage. Open Spaces Monday at LunchMonday, October 7th, during lunch, we will hold several open spaces for anyone who wishes to reflect, pray, or learn more about the significant events that have unfolded over the past year in the Middle East, beginning with the October 7th attacks last year. These events have deeply impacted many members of our community and have had ongoing global implications. Depending on how you would like to participate, please consider the following options: Chapel: Father Kennedy will lead a space for prayer and reflection. CEB Office (S&T Building): Dr. Sepúlveda will be in the Office of Community Engagement and Belonging, where the prayer and reflection room will be available for quiet contemplation. US Library: Mr. Baran, Dr. Westerman, and Mr. Greenwell will host an unstructured Q&A session if you wish to learn more about the events of the past year and the multitude of developments since Oct 7th. Mr. Myer’s Classroom (Room #304): Mr. Myer will hold space specifically for our Jewish students. Please remember to pick up your lunch from the cafeteria before heading to any of these spaces. We hope these options provide a sense of comfort, understanding, and community as we reflect together. College Visits Next Two WeeksMonday, October 7:
Tuesday, October 8:
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Thursday, October 10:
Wednesday, October 16
Thursday, October 17:
Junior PSAT October 18thJuniors: Mark your calendars...The PSAT/NMSQT is on Friday, October 18th at 7:30 am. Testing will go into G block, but unless you have an extra time accommodation you should be done by the end of Community. The PSAT is now digital. We will have a digital readiness check during Community on Monday. Vestry this weekMonday - Prayer 101 in the Chapel from 1:25-1:50 Tuesday - Prayer 101 in the Chapel from 1:25-1:50 Wednesday: Senior Girls Bible Study at the Egleston's House during lunch (food provided); Prayer 101 in the Chapel from 1:25-1:50 Thursday - Morning Eucharist at 7:05 in the Chapel; Upper School Bible Study in the Head of School Boardroom from 7:50-8:10 (Chick-fil-A biscuits provided); Prayer 101 in the Chapel from 1:25-1:50 Prayer & Pastoral Care Form - If you would like to submit a prayer request or set up a meeting with one of our chaplains, please complete this form." Library UpdateClick on this link for the Library Update. Student Conference ApplicationsWe are thrilled to continue offering opportunities for you to apply to several exciting student conferences this year! Each conference provides a unique chance to engage in meaningful conversations, develop leadership skills, and make a positive impact within and beyond our school community—all at no cost to you. How to Apply To apply for any of the conferences listed below, follow these steps:
The goal is to demonstrate your enthusiasm and interest in each conference. Be sure your submission reflects your passion and how you hope to contribute to the event. See the Email from Friday for more details. Athletics this weekMonday, October 7th
Wednesday, October 9th
Thursday, October 10th
Friday, October 11th
Saturday, October 12th
Monday, October 14th & 15th
Thanks for your support! Go Cyclones! Bowling Team MeetingIf you are interested in being on the bowling team this year, please come to the lobby of Wednell at 1:30 on Thursday, Oct. 10th for an information meeting and to officially sign up. Practices are from 3:45-5:15 on Wednesdays and Fridays starting mid-November and running through January at Ashley Lanes in West Ashley. The state championship is in early February. Detention this WeekStudents with detentions may serve on Monday from 3:25 - 3:55, Tuesday from 7:45 - 8:15, and Thursday from 3:25 - 3:55. Detention Location This Week - Oct 7, 8 & 10 - Cao - US 312 Next Week - Oct 17 - Westerman - US 224 Campus CleanupEach week, advisory groups will be assigned to help with campus cleanup from 1:30 - 1:40 p.m. on Mondays and 1:40 - 1:50 p.m. on Tuesdays through Fridays. This Week - Oct 7 - 11
Next Week - Oct 16 - 18
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