Principal's Message - 10/28/18

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.

Student Congratulations

I want to begin this evening by congratulating our Forbush High School Chorus on an excellent concert performed earlier this week. If you missed their Fall Concert, mark your calendars for our Winter Concert, scheduled for December 13.

Congratulations to our women’s tennis team on a successful season. Our team finished 13-6 on the season, including 8-4 in conference play. Additionally, Rachel Dixon and Bethanie Snow qualified for and competed in the Regionals Tournament last week. Congratulations to Rachel, Bethanie, and the entire women’s tennis team on a great season.

Congratulations to senior golfer Mallory Fobes on her performance at the State Tournament last week. Fobes shot a bogey-free, 3-under par 69 in her final round as a Falcon and finished second in the 1A/2A ranks. Congratulations Mallory!

Clubs and Organizations

Students and parents, the Induction Ceremony for Beta and NHS is scheduled for tomorrow, Monday, October 29. This event will begin at 7pm in the Forbush Auditorium.

Students, if you are planning on participating in sports during the winter season, the first day of practice for winter sports is October 31. All student-athletes must have a valid and up-to-date physical as well as a signed concussion form in order to participate. Once again, the first day of winter sports practice is this Wednesday, October 31.

Anyone interested in taking the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Test, also known as the ASVAB, can sign up with LTC Brooks or MSG Hayes in room 130A. The test will be administered at FHS on November 13. Taking the test is NOT committing to military service but is a requirement for those who are considering one of the Armed Services.

Home Sports This Week

Friday - Varsity football vs. West Stokes

That is all for this evening. As always, if you ever have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call or email me anytime. Also, 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 - 10/21/18

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.

End of the First Quarter - No School Tomorrow

I would like to begin this evening by reminding everyone that there will be no school tomorrow, Monday, October 22. We have reached the halfway point of the fall semester. Parents, please feel free to contact your child’s teacher if you have any questions about their academic progress so far this year. You may call the school directly or email any of our faculty members by using the staff directory on our web site.

Cross Country Congratulations

I would like to wish congratulations to our men’s and women’s cross country teams for their successful seasons. Both teams finished fourth at the conference meet last week. Nate Warden, Yamel Cortez, & Andi Synder were named All-Conference, and Samuel Odom was named All-Conference Honorable Mention.

Fall Chorus Concert

I would like to invite everyone to join us for our Fall Chorus Concert, scheduled for this Tuesday, October 23. This event will begin at 7pm and will take place in our auditorium. We hope to see you there!

Security Monitoring Station

I would like to thank everyone for their cooperation so far this year with our new security monitoring station at the front entrance of our school. As a reminder, please be sure to stop at the station anytime you enter or exit the school so that our security monitor can assist you. Thank you for helping us ensure the safety and security of our students and staff.

Forbush JROTC Coins for the Coast

The Forbush JROTC is sponsoring “Coins for the Coast,” a fundraiser to benefit the Red Cross and supporting the hurricane relief efforts along the North Carolina coast. Donations will be received through this Thursday, October 25 by all first period classes. All proceeds will be donated to the Red Cross and the first period class that raises the most money will be rewarded with a pizza party.

Home Athletic Events This Week

Monday: M Soccer v West Stokes

Wednesday: M Soccer v Atkins

Thursday: JV Football v Walkertown

That is all for this evening. As always, if you ever have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call or email me anytime. Also, 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 - 10/14/18

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.

Student Accomplishments

Please join me in congratulating some of our students on their recent accomplishments. First, congratulations to Brady Miller, who was recently accepted into the North Carolina Honors Chorus. This is the highest achievement a high school choral student can receive in the state!

Congratulations to our women’s volleyball team on clinching the conference championship last week. Their season is not yet over, as the conference tournament and the state tournament are right around the corner!

Finally, congratulations to Mallory Fobes, who won another individual conference championship in women’s golf last week. Mallory is now preparing for the Regional Tournament and State Tournament coming up over the next two weeks.

Student Services Department

Parents, if you do not have access to the Parent Portal to see your child’s grades, please give us a call and ask to speak with our Data Manager, Cheryl Hutchens. We can provide the information you need to set up an account so that you can view your child’s grades from a computer or a smartphone.

In honor of Free College Application Week, we will celebrate our post-secondary opportunities with a College Spirit Week this week. Each day next week will have a theme. The Student Services Office will also be giving away prizes over the course of the week. Check out the announcements on our school website for a list of the different themes and activities associated with each day.

Clubs and Organizations

Are you interested in joining the swim team? If so, see coach Vestal (604G), coach Saddler (305C) or coach Beuter (202B) to pick up information and make sure you are on the sign up list. The season starts October 31.

FCCLA is sponsoring Paws for the Cause. Help FCCLA raise money for the Yadkin County Animal Shelter. We will be collecting money through this Wednesday and the first period classes that raises the most money will receive Bojangles biscuits for breakfast.

Home Athletic Events This Week

Monday - Volleyball v Atkins

Thursday - M Soccer v North Surry and JV Football v North Surry

That is all for this evening. As always, if you ever have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call or email me anytime. Also, 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 - 10/7/18

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.

Homecoming Events This Week

We have a lot of events scheduled this week for Homecoming. Our annual Powderpuff football game will be held tomorrow, Monday, October 8, beginning at 6:30 in the football stadium. Admission is only two dollars.

Each day this week has a designated theme as we celebrate Homecoming Spirit Week. Monday is PJ Day, Tuesday is Twin or Triplet Day, Wednesday is Character Day, Thursday is Nerd Day, and Friday is Pretty in Pink or Homecoming Shirt Day.

This year’s Homecoming Dance will be held on Saturday, October 13, in the Forbush Gym from 7pm to 10pm.

Parent Portal

Parents, if you do not have access to the Parent Portal to see your child’s grades, please give us a call and ask to speak with our Data Manager, Cheryl Hutchens. We can provide the information you need to set up an account so that you can view your child’s grades from a computer or a smartphone.

Reminder for Seniors and Parents

Be sure to sign up through “Remind” to receive text message alerts with important senior information. A full list of instructions can be found on the Graduation Central page under the “Parents” menu on the Forbush Website. If you have any questions, please email Mr. Hutchens.

Clubs and Organizations

Yearbooks are back on sale this week. The cost is $60 and yearbooks will be sold during lunch in the A-Building lobby. You can put down a deposit of $30. Don’t wait, the price will go up!

Any student who is enrolled in the Spring Musical Class next semester is invited to attend an interest meeting for the New York Trip on October 8 at 6:30pm in room 706-H. We will be discussing payment plans, fundraisers, and the trip itinerary.

Home Athletic Events

Tuesday: Volleyball v West Stokes and M Soccer v National Lead Academy

Thursday: Volleyball v Atkins
Friday: Varsity Football v Surry Central

That is all for this evening. As always, if you ever have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call or email me anytime. Also, 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.