Principal's Message - 12/25/16

Good evening, this is Mr. Kennedy, principal of Forbush High School.

I want to take a moment this evening to say Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of the Forbush High School students, teachers, parents, and community members. As our first semester winds down, I want to thank everyone for a great school year so far. As a reminder to students, there will be no school next week. Classes will resume on January 4 and state exams begin on January 9.

I hope all of our Forbush students, staff, and parents have a wonderful and relaxing Holiday Season. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Principal's Message - 12/18/16

Good evening, this is Mr. Kennedy, principal of Forbush High School. I have a few announcements and updates I would like to share with you this evening.

I want to begin this evening by thanking all of the students, staff, and community members who participated in our FHS Angel Tree. 21 families received over 100 gift donations this year. THANK YOU to everyone who participated and a special THANK YOU goes out to Renaee Gentry, who organized this year’s Angel Tree project.

I also want to thank all of the students who participated in our Friends Feeding Friends event. Over 20,000 items were donated and will go to families in need this Holiday season. Special thanks to Mr. Miner, Mrs. Beuter, Mrs. Jordan and their classes for leading the school in donations, and to the FCA and Junior ROTC for their support as well. Also, a special thanks goes out to Mr. Pruitt and Mr. Hauser for organizing the program.

Early Dismissal Wednesday

I would like to remind everyone that this Wednesday, December 21, will be an early dismissal day. All students will be dismissed at noon. There will be no school for students from Thursday, December 22 through Tuesday, January 3. Students will return to school on Wednesday, January 4.

First Semester Exams

First semester exam week will be January 9 through 13. Detailed information regarding the exam schedule can be found on our web site at the bottom of the home page under “Latest News.” Click this link to visit the site: http://fhs.yadkin.k12.nc.us/apps/news/article/648234 Teachers will also be going over the exam schedule in detail with their classes this week.

Clubs and Organizations

Congratulations to Edwin Alvarenga and Jonathan Lopez on their recent first place finishes at the Big A Memorial Tournament. Caleb Price finished 2nd and Chase Farmer finished 4th. Congratulations to all of our wrestlers on a great performance.

The FFA has poinsettias on sale now. This year the FFA has red 6-inch pots that are being sold for $8 each. Please let Mrs. Jensen know how many you would like. Supply is limited so order yours while they last.

Congratulations to our HOSA students who competed in the District 7 Competition last weekend. 15 students placed in the top-10 in various categories; great job students! A picture of the winners has been posted to our Twitter account and on our Facebook page.

The Dewey's Holiday Store is open in Yadkinville! It is stocked with cookies, cheese straws and other yummy things. The store is located in the lobby of Collide Church and is open until 6:30pm, Monday through Saturday until December 24. The store will also be open Sunday afternoon and all proceeds from the Dewey's Store support the Forbush Middle School and High School Band program.

All Senior and Junior baseball players need to attend a mandatory meeting Tuesday, December 20, during break in coach Moss’ room (408D).

Home Athletic Events

Tuesday: Basketball vs. North Wilkes

That is all for this evening. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook for daily updates and announcements. Also, do not hesitate to call or email me if you ever have any questions or concerns. Thank you very much for your time this evening. Good night.

Principal's Message - 12/11/16

Good evening, this is Mr. Kennedy, principal of Forbush High School. I have a few announcements and updates I would like to share with you this evening.

I want to begin tonight by reminding everyone that our Winter Band Concert is scheduled for tomorrow (Monday, December 12). This performance will begin at 7pm in the auditorium.

Also, our Winter Chorus Concert will be this Thursday, December 15. This performance will also begin at 7pm and in the auditorium. Thank you in advance for supporting our band and chorus programs at FHS!

School Counseling Department

Seniors, if you have been accepted to one or more colleges, please bring your college acceptance letter to the School Counseling office so that we can recognize your accomplishments.

Clubs and Organizations

If any Beta member is interested in attending the State Convention, February 3rd and 4th, there will be an info meeting on Thursday, December 15 in Rachel Davis's room. You have the option to attend the meeting at 7:35am or right after school at 3:05pm.

The FFA has poinsettias on sale now. This year the FFA has red 6-inch pots that are being sold for $8 each. Please let Mrs. Jensen know how many you would like. Supply is limited so order yours while they last.

Additional Announcements and Reminders

I want to say “thank you” to Chuck Wooten and Yadkin Valley Farms for the generous donation of two microwaves for our students to use in the cafeteria. Thank you for your very kind gift to FHS!

Seniors, online senior ad and payment is due December 16. Please see the FHS website yearbook page (under the student tab) for more information.

Home Athletic Events

Tuesday: swimming vs Elkin and Starmount at the Yadkin YMCA and JV girls’ basketball vs West Forsyth

That is all for this evening. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook for daily updates and announcements. Also, do not hesitate to call or email me if you ever have any questions or concerns. Thank you very much for your time this evening. Good night.

Principal's Message - 12/04/16

Good evening, this is Mr. Kennedy, principal of Forbush High School. I have a few announcements and updates I would like to share with you this evening.

I would like to begin tonight by reminding everyone that our Theatre and Chorus Departments will be presenting a Winter Madrigal this Friday and Saturday at Yadkinville United Methodist Church. Admission is $20 and includes dinner. The performance begins at 6pm and we look forward to seeing you there.

School Counseling Department

Seniors, if you have been accepted to one or more colleges, please bring your college acceptance letter to the School Counseling office so that we can recognize your accomplishments.

Forbush High School will host a College Planning and Financial Aid Workshop for all Spanish-speaking families on Monday, December 5. The event will be held at 1:30pm and 6:00pm in room 230B. During this workshop, participants will learn to navigate college applications and understand the financial aid process. We hope to see you there!

Clubs and Organizations

Congratulations to Haley Flippin, Wesley Ratledge, and Zach Morris for placing 3rd at the regional level in Livestock Judging for FFA last week.

Congratulations to Anna Kathryn Kilby, Sierra Winters, Jamie Beamguard, Jake Baity, and Mallory Fobes for winning various awards at the District DECA Competition last week.

Congratulations to Brittany Calloway, who won the FHS Christmas Card design contest.

Students, if you would like to participate in the Science Olympiad Competition in February, please see Mr. McCarn in room 817J this week.

Additional Announcements and Reminders

Our next Band Concert is scheduled for Monday, December 12. This performance will begin at 7pm in the auditorium. We look forward to seeing you there.

Seniors, online senior ad and payment is due December 16. Please see the FHS website yearbook page (under the student tab) for more information.

Home Athletic Events

Tuesday: Swimming vs Elkin and Statesville at the Yadkin YMCA and basketball vs Starmount

Thursday: Wrestling vs Elkin and West Davidson

That is all for this evening. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook for daily updates and announcements. Also, do not hesitate to call or email me if you ever have any questions or concerns. Thank you very much for your time this evening. Good night.