In this issue:
- From The Principal
- Senior News
- Math In Action
- From the PTSO
- Mulch Fundraiser
- From the Yearbook Staff
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Stallion Spirit Store
- Learner's Permit Testing
- Important Upcoming Dates
From The Principal
Family,
Due to an unforeseen circumstance, Mr. Morris will send out his weekly message tomorrow morning. Thank you in advance for understanding. Have a safe and rested remainder of your weekend.
Attention Class of 2022
Parents/Guardians!
PROM:
Prom will be held on Saturday, April 23rd at Westwood Country Club. Information regarding ticket sales will be coming out soon.
FINANCE INFORMATION:
All Seniors will need to clear all financial obligations to the school before graduation in June. Different types of obligations have different payment methods available. Students and families may check debts in MySchoolBucks, and ask about debts and lost books in the Main Office.
- Senior dues ($75) should be paid using MySchoolBucks, through the School Store, by May 1.
- Fees for this year’s courses should be paid using MySchoolBucks, in the Invoice section, by May 1.
- Lost chargers or laptops can be paid using MySchoolBucks, through the School Store, by May 1 OR by bringing cash or a check* to Finance. If you return the item, you do not have to pay for it.
- Fees for courses you took in 9th, 10th, or 11th grade must be paid in the Finance Office, using cash or check.*
- FCPS-On Technology Support Fee for 2019-20 must be paid in the Finance Office, using cash or a check.*
- Books from past years, both textbooks and novels from English class, must be returned to the Finance Office, OR paid for using cash or a check.* If you return the book, you do not have to pay for it.
- Books from this year should be returned to the teacher who checked them out to you, or paid for in the Finance Office if they are lost, using cash or a check.*
- Athletic uniforms returned late must be returned to the coach, who must email the Finance Office to have Finance clear the obligation.
- Other fees or charges must be paid in the Finance Office, using cash or a check.*
*Prior to May 1, students and parents can pay obligations with cash or a check (payable to South County High School).
After May 1, obligations can only be paid using cash. No checks will be accepted for senior obligations after May 1.
GRADUATION ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION:
Anyone in need of handicapped seating OR who are in need of sign language interpretation at graduation for guests/family members of graduates, please email Kaitlyn Price at kaprice1@fcps.edu.
South County High School Math in Action is inviting all Algebra 1 Students to the “Algebra 1 After School Skill Builders”. This is a great opportunity for students to revisit, practice, and expand their Algebra 1 skill set. These sessions will take place every Wednesday and Thursday in March and April from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm at South County High School.
Registration
Registration is ongoing
TO REGISTER PLEASE CLICK HERE
(https://forms.gle/b1wihVcxxzcZ6wtD7)
Questions
Please contact Tracy Birrell at tabirrell@fcps.edu.
From the PTSO
Parent Guardian Principal Chat
Please join us Friday, March 11 from 9-10 am in the cafeteria for an informal discussion with Principal Morris. We look forward to seeing you!
All Night Grad Party Tickets
Our All Night Grad Party (ANGP) is at The ST. James Entertainment Complex on June 6, 2022 from 11:00pm - 5:00 am.
Come join the fun! There will be ice skating, virtual reality, golf simulator, trampoline, bingo and so much more! The St. James is a state of the art 400,000 square foot facility.
Buy your tickets today before the price goes up.
ANGP Tickets may be purchased here.
Please see your counselor if financial assistance is needed.
Pre-order your Graduation Lawn Sign to celebrate your Senior by May 6th!
Grad Seat Raffle
Buy a chance to win 10 reserved front-row seats for graduation! Tickets are $10 each or $25 for 3! Purchase tickets here! Drawing will take place at Graduation Rehearsal!
SUPPORT SOCO ALL NIGHT GRADUATION
Custom SOCO Pura Vida Bracelets
1 for $7.00
3 for $20.00
5 for $30.00
Please contact Beth Orth (bethies33@me.com) orChristi Mayer (christi.mayer@gmail.com) to purchase.
All proceeds will go to South County High School’s All Night Graduation Party Fund.
If you are interested in learning more about the PTSO, please visit our website here. If you would like to make a donation to help us continue our programs that serve your children and/or become a member, please create an account (if you don’t already have one) and log in. Thank you!
Spring Fundraiser Mulch Sale
South County High School will be sponsoring a mulch sale with delivery scheduled for Saturday March 26th, 2022
The cost is $4.50 per 3 cu. ft.
Bag of Premium double shredded hardwood bark mulch.
South County’s Baseball, Football and Wrestling Teams will deliver mulch to your home for a $10.00 fee. (Within a 10-mile radius of SCHS) We will deliver bags to only one location - in the front of your home.
Orders may be picked up at South County High School between 8am and 11:00am March 26th, 2022.
Order Forms with payment are due no later than March 18th, 2022.
**We will only have 4,500 bags available**
To volunteer to help or if you have any questions,
please contact Sean Anderson 571-289-1362 or Sdanderson@fcps.edu
From The Yearbook Staff
DON’T FORGET TO BUY YOUR YEARBOOK
Pre-sales for the yearbook end on May 1 or when they sell out, whichever comes first.
Yearbooks presales take place online and cost $80. To buy a book, go to www.yearbookforever.com
Books that don’t sell during pre-sale, can be bought during distribution for $90.
SoCo Merchandise Available at the
Stallion Spirit Store
Website, Kiosk and Vending Machine!
South County’s Stallion Spirit Store has a variety or ways you can purchase items for the school year. We have a website where you can browse our spirit wear and find a PDF Order Form for download; invoicing for payment on MySchoolBucks will be sent after your order is fulfilled. You can also find our kiosk in the cafeteria during lunches on odd days (5th period) as well as in the gym lobby by way of a retail vending machine!
Thank you in advance for supporting the Entrepreneurship & Marketing program as well as the Work and Transition program here at South County. The students from these programs typically work the Spirit Kiosk at lunches to build customer service skills as well as count inventory, review financial records and create promotional plans. These work-based learning opportunities allow students to connect classroom lessons to actual scenarios.
Learners Permit Testing at South County
Dates: 3/9/22
Time: 3:15 p.m.
Location- SCHS- room F107
POC: Ms. Saale mgsaale@fcps.edu
How do I register:
Please register at both the DMV and ACE sites below. YOU MUST REGISTER AT BOTH. If you are having trouble with the ACE site it is recommended to call them at the number on the web site.
Registration links….
ACE: https://aceclasses.fcps.edu/SubjectListing.aspx?CategoryID=10643&ProgramID=28&ProgCatgName=DMV+Learner%27s+Permit+Test+(HS+students+only)&IsCourse=1&SubjectID=11088&AreaName=DMV+Learner%27s+Permit+Test+(HS+students+only)
DMV: https://vadmvexam.com/AT_Remote/ApplicantPortal/ApplicantPortal.aspx
You must register at BOTH sites. ( You may have to copy and paste the first link)
Please bring parental consent form with you on the day of testing AND your school issued laptop.
Parental Consent form:
https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf
If you have any questions please contact Ms. Saale
Important Upcoming Dates
March 31 End of Quarter
April 1 Student Holiday/Teacher Workday
April 4-8 Spring Break
April 23 Prom
May 30 Memorial Day
June 6 Graduation 2pm Eagle Bank Arena
June 10 Last Day of School/Early Release
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