Principal's Message - 8/27/17

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.

Our first week of the school year is in the books. I want to thank all the students, parents, and teachers for all they did to make this first week such a success. We are looking forward to a great year this year at Forbush High School.

School Counseling Office

Seniors, please make plans to attend the annual senior presentation entitled “Going to College - Get Organized and Get Started.” This meeting is scheduled for Friday, September 8 at the start of 2nd period in the auditorium. Seniors will learn about resources to use to research career options, college choices, prepare for the SAT & ACT, pay for college, and more! Once again, this meeting is scheduled for Friday, September 8 at the start of 2nd period in the auditorium.

Surry Community College is holding its annual “College Fair” on Tuesday, September 12. Many North Carolina colleges will be represented! Juniors and seniors may sign up to attend but space is limited. Permission forms are available in the School Counseling office and the deadline to sign up is September 8 or until we run out of spots.

Clubs and Organizations

There will be an Athletics Booster Club meeting tomorrow, Monday, August 28, beginning at 7pm in Cafeteria 1.

The men’s basketball program will have open gym tomorrow, Monday, August 28 starting at 7:00pm.

Any freshmen interested in playing baseball this year, please visit Coach Moss in room 408D before school Monday or Tuesday to sign up.

There will be a DECA interest meeting​ on Friday​,​ September 1st from 7:40-8:10 in Mrs. Funk's room 303C.

Additional Reminders

Students, this is a reminder that, just like last year, once you accumulate debt in the cafeteria of more than $5, you will need to pick up a charge slip in the office. You will still be allowed to receive a meal, but you will need the charge slip before you will be able to pick up your food. Any student who needs a Free/Reduced Lunch application form, we have extra forms in the office.

If you are a student who is bringing your own computer to school this year, please register your device as soon as possible. To register your device visit the Forbush High School website, hover over students and select, Register Your Device. This step is essential in being able to help you solve issues that may come up with your device throughout the year.

This Friday, September 1, is Picture Day for students in grades 9-11. Students will have their pictures taken in the auditorium.

Home Sports This Week:

Monday - Volleyball v. West Wilkes

Tuesday - Women’s Tennis v. North Surry, Volleyball v. Carver, Men’s Soccer v. Wilkes Central

Wednesday - Women’s Golf at Yadkin Country Club

Thursday - Volleyball vs. North Iredell

That is all for this evening. Please be sure to check out our web site and follow us on Twitter and Facebook for daily updates. Thank you for your time this evening, goodnight.

Principal's Message - 8/20/17

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.

First Day for Students

The first day of school for students is tomorrow, Monday, August 21. The school day will begin at 8:15 with all students reporting to their homeroom class. All students will be dismissed at noon on Monday. For the remainder of the week, the school day will begin at 8:15 and end at 3:10. Our new bell schedule can be found on our web site.

Chromebooks

Students and parents, if you have not completed the paperwork for your chromebook, we are offering two makeup days this week. Parents may come by the school to complete chromebook paperwork tomorrow, Monday, August 21, from 8am to 1pm. Also, you may come by on Wednesday, August 23, from 3:15pm to 7pm. Please report to the media center and please remember that chromebook paperwork has to be signed by a parent.

Counseling Office

Students, if you have a question regarding your schedule or if you would like to request a change to one of your classes, please complete a “schedule change request” form in the Counseling office. Only schedule change requests related to legitimate extenuating circumstances will be considered, and all schedule change requests must be submitted by Wednesday, August 23.

Home Sports This Week

Monday - Women’s Tennis v. East Forsyth and Men’s Soccer v. Central Academy

Tuesday - Women’s Tennis v. Carver and Volleyball v. Reagan

Thursday - Men’s Soccer v. North Davidson

Friday - Football v. North Iredell

That is all for this evening. Please be sure to check out our web site and follow us on Twitter and Facebook for daily updates. Thank you for your time this evening, goodnight.

Principal's Message - 8/13/17

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.

We have one week until students return to school, so I have a few important dates I need to remind everyone about coming up this week:

On Wednesday, August 16, from 8am to noon, students in grades 10, 11, and 12 are welcome to pick up paperwork for their Chromebooks, parking passes, and their schedules.

Freshmen Orientation will also be held on Wednesday, August 16, beginning at 1pm in the gym. We look forward to meeting our freshmen class of 2021 this Wednesday at 1pm in the Forbush gym.

On Thursday, August 17, our campus will be open from 10am to 7pm for students and parents to meet with teachers, as well as pick up paperwork for Chromebooks, parking passes, and schedules.

The first day of school for students is scheduled for Monday, August 21. The school day will begin at 8:15 with all students reporting to their homeroom class. All students will be dismissed at noon on Monday. For the remainder of the week, the school day will begin at 8:15 and end at 3:10. Our new bell schedule can be found on our web site.

I have two additional announcements this evening:

We have had several parents contact us because they received an email from an organization that appeared to be connected to Forbush High School. Unfortunately, there are people who attempt to mislead parents and students by asking for membership fees for organizations that do not really exist or do not have any value. If you get an email asking for a membership fee from someone who is not a Forbush employee and you are not certain if it is legitimate, please feel free to forward the email to me or to one of our counselors. We will be happy to verify the organization for you if you are uncertain. Do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

I want to congratulate our cheerleading squad for their recent performance at their summer camp. Our JV team won the “superior” award and the varsity team finished runner-up in their division while also earning best dance routine. In addition, Gabby Grooms and Lakyn Holleman were selected to the All-American team and will have the opportunity to represent North Carolina by cheering at the Florida Citrus Bowl in January. Congratulations to Gabby, Lakyn, and the entire cheerleading team.

That is all the announcements I have for this evening. Please be sure to check out our web site and follow us on Twitter and Facebook for daily updates. Thank you for your time this evening, goodnight.

Principal's Message - 8/1/17

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

The start of the school year is right around the corner, so I wanted to take a minute to remind everyone of some important dates and information as we get ready to start the year. I hope all of our students and staff have had a great summer. I am excited about the start of classes, fall sports, club activities, and all of the extracurricular events we have scheduled this year. We are looking forward to another great school year at Forbush High School.

Please make note of the following dates as we prepare for the start of the year.

Wednesday, August 16

On Wednesday, August 16, from 8am to noon, students in grades 10, 11, and 12 are welcome to pick up paperwork for their Chromebooks, parking passes, and their schedules.

Freshmen Orientation will also be held on Wednesday, August 16, beginning at 1pm in the gym.

Thursday, August 17

On Thursday, August 17, our campus will be open for students and parents from 10am to 7pm to meet with teachers, as well as pick up paperwork for Chromebooks, parking passes, and schedules.

Monday, August 21

The first day of school for students is scheduled for Monday, August 21. As a reminder, we will be running a new bell schedule this year. For the 2017-18 school year, the first bell will ring at 8:10 and first period will begin at 8:15. School will dismiss at 3:10. The full bell schedule can be found on our web site: http://fhs.yadkin.k12.nc.us/

That is all the announcements I have for this evening. Please be sure to check out our web site and follow us on Twitter and Facebook for daily updates. I hope everyone enjoys the last few weeks of the summer as we prepare for another great school year at Forbush High School.