Principal's Message - 5/27/18

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.

Commencement - Class of 2018

I want to begin this evening by thanking all of our students, teachers, staff, and parents for making this another great school year at Forbush High School. I am excited to celebrate with our Senior Class of 2018 at Commencement on Wednesday. Our 2018 Commencement Ceremony will be held at Wait Chapel on the campus of Wake Forest University this Wednesday, May 30, beginning at 5pm.

Memorial Day

As a reminder, tomorrow is Memorial Day and Forbush High School will be closed. Our office will reopen on Tuesday, May 29 at 8am.

Board of Education Student Representative

I want to congratulate junior Riley Warfel, who has been selected to serve as the Forbush student representative on the Yadkin County Board of Education next year. Riley was chosen from a pool of 8 high-quality candidates. Congratulations once again and best of luck in your role as our student representative on the Board of Education.

Medications

Parents and students, please remember that all medications at school need to be picked up by May 31. Any medications not picked up by May 31 will be discarded.

Cafeteria Debt

Students and parents, please be sure all cafeteria debt is paid in full. Unpaid cafeteria debt will roll over into student debt for the following school year.

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 - 5/20/18

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.

Exams Continue This Week

As a reminder, final exams continue this week. Second period exams will be given tomorrow, third period exams on Tuesday, fourth period exams on Wednesday, and Thursday will be our exam make-up day. For detailed information about our exam schedule, please visit our website and scroll to the bottom under “Latest News.”

Student Accomplishments

Congratulations to our students honored at last week’s Academic Banquet. Also, a big thank you to Mr. Hutchens, Mr. Davis, and Mr. Hauser for organizing the event.

The Forbush Chorus put on an excellent concert last week. Great job by our students and Chorus Director Laurie Roberts for a fantastic show!

Congratulations to our JROTC cadets on their recent promotions; we are already looking forward to this upcoming school year.

Congratulations to our men’s tennis doubles team of Matt Wilhelm and Lance Kennedy, who recently made it to the 2A State semifinals, finishing top-4 in the state. This is further than any Forbush men’s doubles team has advanced in school history.

Congratulations to our baseball and softball teams, both of which won regular season conference titles this year. This is the third straight conference title for the baseball team and the fifth straight for the softball team.

Congratulations to the women’s soccer team on winning their fourth straight conference title. The women’s soccer team made it to the fourth round of the state playoffs this year.

Congratulations to our track and field athletes who competed in the 2A State Meet this past weekend, including Mackenzie Fulk, Zane Johnson, Madisun Shore, Anna Kathryn Kilby, Laura Wyrick, Brittany Gammons, and Dakota Mendenhall.

3rd Annual Automotive Pig Pickin' and Car Show

The 3rd Annual Automotive Pig Pickin’ and Car Show will be held on May 26 from 11 to 2 behind the E Building Automotive Shop. The cost is $8.00 per plate, which includes BBQ, Beans, Slaw, Roll, and Dessert. You may dine in or carry out. There is no entry fee for the car show and all cars, trucks, tractors, lawn mowers, and motorcycles are welcome. Trophies and prizes will be awarded. If you plan to participate in the car show, please see Mr. Senter in room 519E or call him at 336-755-7005.

Medications

Parents and students, please remember that all medications at school need to be picked up by May 31. Any medications not picked up by May 31 will be discarded.

Cafeteria Debt

Students and parents, please be sure all cafeteria debt is paid in full before the end of the school year. Unpaid cafeteria debt will roll over into student debt for the following school year.

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 - 5/13/18

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.

Final Exams

I want to begin this evening by reminding everyone that final exams are scheduled to begin this Friday, May 18. First period state exams will be given this Friday. The last day of final exams will be Thursday, May 24. For detailed information about our exam schedule, please visit our website and scroll to the bottom under “Latest News.”

YCS Board of Education Student Representative

Juniors, if you are interested in serving as the Student Representative for the Yadkin County Board of Education next year, please submit a 1-to-2 page essay detailing why you believe you are the best person to serve in this role. Please turn in this essay and an updated resume to the main office by Wednesday, May 16.

Attendance Appeals

Students, if you have more than 8 unexcused absences this semester, you are in violation of the attendance policy and risk losing credit for some or all of your courses. Please pick up your Attendance Appeals paperwork from the Pass Room this Thursday, May 17, during 3rd period. Spring Attendance Appeals are due Wednesday, May 23 in the front office.

School Counseling Office

Students, if you are interested in Surry classes, Mrs. Pennix's last day at Forbush for this school year is May 15. If you need Mrs. Pennix's contact information, please see Mrs. Monroe or Ms. Mitze.

Seniors, are you planning to go directly to work after high school? If so, please plan to meet with Rachel Hiatt with JobsConnect on May 15 during all lunches in the A-Building lobby.

Upcoming Events

This year’s Academic Banquet is scheduled for tomorrow, Monday, May 14. This event will begin at 6pm at the Clemmons Village Inn and Conference Center.

Our final Chorus Concert for the school year is scheduled for Tuesday, May 15. This concert will begin at 6:30pm in the Forbush Auditorium.

The JROTC End of Year Ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday, May 16. This event will begin at 6pm in the Forbush Auditorium.

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 - 5/6/18

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.

Awards Day

I want to begin this evening by thanking everyone who was able to attend last Friday’s Senior Awards Ceremony. It is always great to celebrate the accomplishments of our students and I look forward to our next opportunity to celebrate with our seniors, at Commencement on May 30. Congratulations to our senior class of 2018!

Final Exams

As a reminder, final exams are scheduled to begin on Friday, May 18. The last day of final exams will be Thursday, May 24. For detailed information about our exam schedule, please visit our website and scroll to the bottom under “Latest News.”

Junior Parent Night

Class of 2019, our Junior Parent Night is this Thursday, May 10, at 6:00pm in the auditorium. It is time to start planning for college! Learn and review questions about the college process, ACT & SAT college testing, tools to find college money, applying for financial aid, what to put on your resume, recommendations, and more! See Ms. Mitze if you have any questions.

FFA Plant Sale

The Forbush FFA plant sale is now underway. We have hanging baskets, vegetable plants, and bedding plants still for sale. Feel free to stop by during school hours and be sure to check in at the office; we will run extended hours on Tuesday and Thursday of this week. If you have questions or would like more information, contact Jarret Elliott at jarret.elliott@yadkin.k12.nc.us or call (336) 302-3587. Thank you for your support!

Clubs and Organizations

The Drama Club will meet Wednesday, May 9 at 7:40am in Mrs. Campbell's room. We will be announcing our Fall Musical during this meeting.

The Spring Band Concert will be this Wednesday, May 9, beginning at 7pm in the FHS gymnasium.

There will be a parent meeting for anyone interested in cheerleading on Wednesday, May 9, at 6pm in the first cafeteria. Open gym for all who plan to tryout with be at the Extreme Gym in Yadkinville on May 14th and 15th from 4:15 to 6:00. Tryouts will be held on May 17th from 4:15 to 6:00.

If you are interested in joining the Forbush Bass Fishing club, there will be an interest meeting right after school on Friday, May 11 in the first cafeteria. You must have a parent present at this meeting.

The Forbush JROTC is hosting a 5K this Saturday, May 12, beginning at 9am on the Forbush track.

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.