Principal's Message - 4/9/17

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.

FCCLA State Competition

I want to begin this evening by congratulating our Forbush FCCLA, including advisors Maggie Sizemore and Michelle Saddler. Our team finished top 5 in the state in four different categories. Tessa Williamson, Monlea George, and Tiffany Kirkpatrick qualified for the National Competition in July. Congratulations to the Forbush FCCLA.

Bell Schedule Changes

As you may have heard, Forbush High School is looking to make some adjustments to next year’s bell schedule. We would like your feedback regarding these changes. Please go to our school web site and look near the bottom of the page under “Latest News.” Click on the link that reads “Proposed Bell Schedule Changes” to learn more about the proposal and to provide your feedback. If you have any specific questions that you would like addressed, please call or email me at your convenience.

School Counseling Department

Anyone interested in attending Camp Med this year, please come by the School Counseling office to pick up an application. All applications are due in the Counseling office by the morning of April 24.

Students, if you need to take the Surry Placement Test, you can do so at Forbush High School on April 27. See Ms. Mitze to sign up; the deadline is April 25. Also, be sure to ask your teacher for permission to attend.

Clubs and Organizations

Our Spring Blood Drive will be Friday, April 28. Sign up during lunches or see Mrs. Sloan if you would like to donate. If you are a HOSA member and would like to volunteer to work the blood drive, please see Mrs. Sloan.

There will be a team meeting for all returning varsity competitive cheerleaders tomorrow (Monday, April 10) at the end of first period. All returning varsity competitive cheerleaders, please report to room 813J during break for this meeting.

Tickets for Forbush High School's Production of Seussical Jr. are now on sale. Performances will be Friday, May 12th & Saturday, May 13th at 7:00pm. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased from any cast member or from Mrs. Campbell in room 704H.

Reminder for Seniors

Senior cap and gown distribution is Wednesday, April 12th. All debts must be paid to receive your items. Please submit your ticket, senior trip, and honors information to 513E during distribution day.

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.