Eastside

Volume 20, Issue 1, August 2012 A Publication of EHS PTSA

Wade Hampton Week September 1—7

This year we are proud to support the Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics (FAST) as we try to raise the most money and show our Eagle Spirit!!! FAST is an organiza-tion dedicated to finding treatments and a cure for Angelman Syndrome, a severe neuro-logical disorder which causes seizures, loss of mobility and speech in 1 in 15,000 live births.

In addition to our numerous fun-filled school fundraising activities we will have 2 tourna-ments to enjoy—an Eagle Softball Tournament (Saturday, September 1) and an Eagle Golf Tournament (Tuesday, September 4)!

To see a list of all the activities, pledge your support or learn more about our sponsored charity visit www.ehsspiritweek.com.

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Dates To Remember August 17 Senior Orientation: 10 am 17 Junior Orientation: 1 pm 20 Sophomore Orientation: 10 am 20 Freshman & New Student

Orientation: Last Name A-K: 5 pm

Last Name L-Z: 6 pm 22 First Day of School 24 EHS vs. Riverside—7:30 pm 27 EHS Open House– 6:30 pm September 3 NO SCHOOL/Labor Day Holiday 1-7 Wade Hampton Week 24 Progress Reports

October 18-19 NO SCHOOL/Teacher Workdays 23-25 High School Exit Exam 26 End of 1st Grading Period

November 21-23 Thanksgiving Break

December 20-1/1 Winter Break

Dear Eastside Students and Parents,

Welcome back for the 2012-2013 school year! I am excited to get started, and look forward to seeing everyone. Wel-come to the class of 2016 – you are now Eagles! There are so many exciting events and activities for everyone to get involved with, no matter what your interests. I hope you take advantage of all that Eastside has to offer!

Parents, I hope you get involved too. You can be a part of the school through the PTSA, Athletic Boosters, Band Boost-ers, and Choral Boosters to name a few. Our parent volun-teers are incredible and help us in so many ways. Please take the time to learn more about the volunteer opportuni-ties available – you won’t regret it!

School starts on Wednesday, August 22nd. First period be-gins at 8:15 AM. Please, parents, help your children get to school on time! Students will receive their student hand-book during orientation. This book is a guide for success for every student at Eastside. You will find our dress code, ID policy, attendance policy, bell schedule, and lots of other important information inside. Please familiarize yourself with the handbook, and students you should carry your handbook in your book bag with you every day.

Students, I know it is going to be a great year! Our teach-ers, administrators, and staff are incredible and they are dedicated to helping you succeed. You do your part, and we’ll do ours. I’ll look forward to seeing you in the class-room, the halls, and at extra curricular activities. And re-member, it’s because of you, that it’s great to be an East-side Eagle!

Sincerely, Michael Thorne Principal

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Principal’s Message

2012-13 ACT TEST DATES Registration Date Test Date August 17 September 8 September 21 October 27 November 2 December 8 January 11 February 9 March 8 April 13 May 3 June 8

2012-13 SAT TEST DATES

Registration Date Test Date September 7 October 6 October 4 November 3 November 1 December 1 December 28 January 26 February 8 March 9 April 5 May 4 May 2 June 1

Mary Kay Rose Guidance Counselor

Avleen Arora – Math Susan Barber – English Hannah Chillag – English Alice Coleman – Guidance Denny Dennison – Science Ron Hendrix – Fine Arts Sarah Jacobs – Math Eric Peoples – Social Studies Ray Steadman – Social Studies Kim Sinclair – Special Education Katherine Symmes – Business Education Ashley Youngblood – Fine Arts

WELCOME NEW FACULTY MEMBERS!

DRESS CODE All Students must comply with the Dress Code upon entering the building during school hours. If students are in violation of the Dress Code, they will need to correct the violation before they can enter the classrooms. Disciplinary action may be rendered for Dress Code violations.

EHS Administration reserves the right to change or amend the following dress code as needed.

Student dress and grooming must be neat and clean. At no time should a student’s midriff be visible while standing, sitting, or participating in nor-

mal school activities such as raising hand in class. No undergarments should be visible at any time including but not limited to bra or camisole

straps and sides, and boxer shorts. Clothing worn properly will not show undergarments. Clothing that inappropriately exposes body parts is not permitted (including but not limited to

the following): Low cut shirts, tank tops, spaghetti strap tops, halter tops, vests with camisoles underneath, camisoles worn as shirts, see-through/mesh garments, and pants that droop be-low the waistline.

Shoulder straps must be a minimum of three inches wide. No cleavage should be visible at any time. Males must wear shirts with sleeves.

Trousers/pants/shorts/skirts must be worn at waist level. Pants may not drag the floor and underwear may not be visible.

Skirts, dresses, and shorts should fit and be in good taste and appropriate for school. Skirts, dresses, and shorts may not be shorter than two inches above the top of the knee, even if spandex tights/leggings are worn under the skirt. Biker/compression shorts of any kind are not permitted.

Hats, sunglasses, hair curlers, skullies, do-rags, bandanas, and sweat bands may not be worn. Hooded sweatshirts/hoodies may not be worn with the hood on your head while in the build-ing.

Shoes must be worn. Students may not go barefoot. House shoes/bedroom slippers are not allowed.

Clothing or jewelry that displays profanity, suggestive phrases, alcohol, tobacco, drug adver-tisements or other inappropriate phrases or symbols is not permitted.

Extraneous articles hanging from clothing such as chains are not permitted. Pants (including jeans) are not allowed to have holes or frayed spots above the knee. Holes in

pants may not be patched with tape. Pajamas and pajama pants are not allowed. Facial piercing (other than the ears) must be a small, clear stud only.

Senior Yearbook Ads Senior ads for the yearbook are due by 9/14. A $25 late fee will be added after the 14th. More information at www.greenville.k12.sc.us/eastside.

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2012-13 Pictures Dates Underclass portraits will be August 29. Underclass make-ups will be October 10. Senior make-ups will be September 24 during lunch & after.

Eagle Notices

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2012-13 PTSA BOARD

Co-Presidents Jane Lollis

Michelle Matters

Vice President Joy Joyner

Secretary Hannah Brown

Co-Treasurers Bev Bresette

Ann Robinson

Beautif ication Chris Kelly

Kathy Lenser

Grants Bev Bresette Sandy Wilson

Hospital ity/Teacher Appreciation

Amy Duer Janice Fry

Helen Kakouras

HSAP Tutoring Program

Shawn Cipriano

Legislative TBA

Membership Amy Newman Laurie Thomas

Newsletter Kim Buchanan

Reflections Mark Allen

School Store Scheduling Cindy Stewart

Ways and Means Debbie Kiriakides

Volunteer Coordinator

TBA

Principal Mike Thorne

PTSA NEWS…PTSA NEWS...PTA NEWS Letter from the President Jane Lol l is , PTSA Co-President Michelle Matters, PTSA Co-President

Dear Eastside Family,

We hope you are enjoying the final weeks of a wonderful summer break! There are some days when our families wish it would last a little longer, and other days when we are ready to get back to school and our friends!

The PTSA is gearing up for a great year! There is much to be accomplished, and we are looking for volunteers in all areas. Please take time to complete the PTSA Vol-unteer Opportunities Form found in this newsletter. If you are interested in serving as a Committee Chairperson, some of the open committee positions include: Legisla-tive and Volunteer Coordinator. A list of PTSA Committees can be found on the EHS website/PTSA. Keep in mind that a “filled” committee position does not mean that we do not need your help or expertise. Paren-tal involvement creates a successful East-side! So if you see a committee that inter-ests you, please contact us.

We encourage you to become a PTSA member. This year the National PTA is able to partner with businesses and negoti-ate special discounts, fundraising opportu-nities, and other valuable benefits exclu-sively for PTA members. The National PTA is working diligently to establish relation-ships with additional Member Benefits Pro-viders to provide you with even more ex-

clusive benefits in other categories. Please use the enclosed PTSA Membership Form to become a PTSA member.

Lastly, you can help Eastside every time you visit Bi-Lo or Publix by using your part-ners’ card at checkout; a percentage of your purchase will be donated to Eastside.

The Bi-Lo Boosterplus program runs from August until May each year, so you must re-enroll your BONUSCARD every year. Pre-printed link cards for Eastside are available in the Front Of-fice. The next time you shop at Bi-Lo and use your BONSUSCARD, give the pre-printed link card, along with your Bonus Card to the cashier; the cashier will link your Bonus Card to Eastside.

Publix Partner cards are available in the Front Office. The Publix Partner card is pre-linked to Eastside. If you already have a Publix Partner card for Eastside, you may still use it; there is no re-enrollment.

Enjoy the remaining days of summer! We look forward to meeting, serving, and working with each of you this year! If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us: Jane Lollis at 419-5291/jalollis@bellsouth.net or Michelle Matters at 630-3194/mattersk@charter.net.

See you soon!

Jane Lollis and Michelle Matters

The 2012-13 Reflections Theme is: The Magic of a Moment

Create an original piece of artwork in one of six categories: * Musical Composition * Literature * Dance Choreography * Visual Arts * Film Production * Photography

To view a gallery of last year’s national award winning entries, visit PTA’s website at: www.pta.org /2032.asp. For more information about the Reflections contest, visit the EHS website or contact Mark Allen at mallenscrowell@bellsouth.net.

The Eastside High PTSA is looking for volunteers for the 2012 – 2013 school year. The PTSA provides a valuable opportunity for you to become involved in activities that directly impact your student. We have a place for eve-ryone, whether your time commitment can be large or small, during the day or the evening. Thank you in ad-vance for doing your part to make Eastside a wonderful school for our students, faculty, and administrators!

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2012-2013 PTSA Volunteer Opportunities

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION – PLEASE PRINT (one form per family)

Completed forms may be: 1) returned to EHS with First Day Packet information, 2) dropped off at the Front Office, or 3) mailed to EHS PTSA, 1300 Brushy Creek Road, Taylors SC 29687.

Name: Email:

Home Phone: Cell Phone: Students at EHS: Grade:

Grade:

Grade: VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Beautification

Assist with planting, pruning, landscaping of campus

Donate flowers, plants, shrubs, trees

Guidance

Provide general assistance to the Guidance Office

Serve as a monitor during testing

Hospitality

Donate / bake food items

Donate paper products

Setup for and / or serve at events

HSAP Tutoring Program (October – April)

Provide a meal (home cooked or purchased) for approxi-mately 40 students; volunteer for one meal or multiple

Newsletter (August – May)

Collect information for the PTSA newsletter

Collect and submit EHS news to area newspapers

Volunteer Coordinator/ Chairperson (August – May)

Consolidate PTSA Volunteer Forms into spreadsheet

Distribute Volunteer List to appropriate committees

Insure volunteer hours are reported to the District/State PTA Coordinate volunteers on an as needed basis

School Store (August – May)

Work in the PTSA School Store during lunch (12:00 – 2:00)

Day available: _____________________________________

Once or Multiple times a month: _______________________

Assist School Store Volunteer Coordinator in scheduling volun-

teers; will assume School Store Volunteer Coordinator role for

2013-2014 school year

Assist with the pickup of School Store inventory from Sam’s (on Mondays once a month)

Weeklong Events

Spirit Week (late August – first week of September)

Teacher Appreciation Week (April)

Is there another way you would like to volunteer / help?

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Eagle Football Varsity - All Games are at 7:30 p.m. Date Opponent Location 8/12 Greenville Jamboree Sirrine Stadium 8/19 Mauldin Jamboree Mauldin 8/24 Riverside Eastside 8/31 Christ Church Eastside 9/7 Wade Hampton Away 9/14 Blue Ridge Eastside 9/21 Pickens Away 9/28 Greer Eastside 10/5 Southside Away 10/12 Berea (Senior Night) Eastside 10/19 Travelers Rest Away 10/26 Greenville Away

Date Meet Place & Time 8/29 Chase Race vs Riverside Eastside - 5:00 9/1 SCSDB Eye Opener Roger Milliken Research Center, Spartanburg - 8:30 9/5 EHS vs Southside, Pickens, Pickens - 5:00 Blue Ridge 9/8 SCTCCCA Coaches Classic Sandhills Research Park, Columbia - 9:00 9/12 EHS vs TR, Greenville, Pickens, Eastside - 5:00 Hillcrest, Carolina, Wade Hampton 9/15 Heritage Classic Heritage Park Simpsonville - 5:00 9/19 EHS vs TR, Southside, Greer Eastside - 5:00 9/22 Lake Murray Invitational Crooked Creek Park, Chapin - 9:00 9/26 All-Comers - Canned Food Drive Heritage Park, Simpsonville - 5:00 9/29 Cavalier Classic Dorman High, Roebuck - 9:00 10/3 EHS vs Berea, TR, Blue Ridge Blue Ridge - 5:00 10/6 Wendy's Invitational McAlpine Park, Charlotte - 9:00 10/10 EHS vs Eastside - 5:00 10/13 Furman Invitational Furman Golf Course, Greenville - 8:30 CHAMPIONSHIP MEETS 10/17 Region 2-3A Championships TBA - 5:00 10/20 Greenville Cty Championships Heritage Park, Simpsonville - 10:00 10/27 3A Upper State Meet Heritage Park, Simpsonville - TBA 11/3 3A State Championships Sandhills Research Park, Columbia - 11:00

JV and C-Team Date Time Opponent Location 8/23 5:30 Riverside Away 8/30 5:30 Christ Church (C-Only) Away 9/6 5:30 Wade Hampton Eastside 9/13 5:30 Blue Ridge Away 9/20 5:30 Pickens Eastside 9/27 5:30 Greer Away 10/4 5:30 Southside Eastside 10/11 6:00 Berea (JV Team Only) Away 10/18 5:30 Travelers Rest Eastside 10/25 5:30 Greenville Eastside 10/27 5:30/6:30 Wade Hampton Away

Eagle Cross Country

The Eastside Dance Team will be adding a few members to the dance team for the 2012-13 school year. Tryouts will be held September 5th, 2012 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Dance United, 30 Orchard Pard Drive, Suite 6, Greenville, SC 29615 (Located in the Haywood Plaza Shopping Center near TJ Maxx and Plato's Closet)

Please contact Sonja Cantrell, Team Advisor, if you have any questions (297-7028 or 567-7431)

Eagle Dance Team

Total Membership Amount Due: $ _________________ Additional Donation: $ ____________________ Make checks payable to: EHS All-Sports Booster Club

Mail to: EHS All-Sports Booster Club, 1300 Brushy Creek Road, Taylors SC 29687

For questions, contact Jane Lollis at 864-419-5291/jalollis@bellsouth.net or Joyce Galloway at 864-616-3326/joycekgalloway@yahoo.com.

Name: _________________________________ Email Address: _____________________________________

Address: _________________________________________________ City/State/Zip: _____________________

Home Phone: ______________________________ Cell Phone: _____________________________________

Membership Package 1: _____________________________________________________________________ Indicate Package and name of person(s) for membership card. Example: Gold Eagle, John Doe and Jane Doe Membership Package 2: ______________________________________________________________________

Indicate Package and name of person(s) for membership card. Example: 2 Students, Johnny Doe and Jackie Doe Date Received: Check #: Amount Received: Membership Card #:

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EHS Booster Club Membership Form

General Membership ($35) One car decal

Student Membership ($50) One pass to all regular season Varsity/JV ath-

letic events held at Eastside One car decal Blue Eagle Membership ($125) One pass to all regular season Varsity/JV ath-

letic events held at Eastside Reserved seating for home football games Two car decals

Gold Eagle Membership ($250) Two passes to all regular season Varsity/JV athletic

events held at Eastside Reserved seating and parking for home football

games Two car decals

Ultimate Eagle Membership ($500) Four passes to all regular season Varsity/JV athletic

events held at Eastside Reserved seating and parking for home football

games Two car decals Additional passes $100

EHS Band Booster News The EHS Marching Band has been working hard since the last week in July preparing for half-time shows and compe-titions. Some upcoming fund-raisers to help raise band funds are:

Moe's on Pelham Restaurant Night: August 22 from 5:00-8:00 pm Come out and support EHS Eagles Marching Band!

Rock-a-thon: Help the band kids rock all night, by giving pledges/donations. The Rock-a-Thon will be held at the Foxcroft Clubhouse on September 21. Kids will be out collecting pledges/donations in mid-September.

Spirit Cups: Support your NFL, MLB, Military or Collegiate teams by buying spirit cups from Band kids. 4 cups for $15, some of the proceeds go to help our band. Spirit cups will go on sale in mid-August.

The EHS All-Sports Booster Club is committed to supporting all our outstanding athletes and teams. We support 22 sports and over 600 student athletes. Please show your support by joining the Booster Club – there are a variety of membership levels and benefits, including the Student Membership which includes one pass to all regular season Var-sity/JV athletic events held at EHS. This membership provides tremendous savings!

For more information about other ways to support the EHS Booster Club visit www.ehseaglesports.com/about.htm.

Non-Profit Organization US POSTAGE

PAID Permit #94

Greenville, SC

1300 Brushy Creek Road Taylors, SC 29687

(864) 355-2800

Principal Mike Thorne

PTSA Co-Presidents: Jane Lollis,

Michelle Matters

EHS PTSA Newsletter is published 2 times per year

Next Issue: May 2013

Quick Links: www.greenville.k12.sc.us/

eastside www.ehseaglesports.com

www.scpta.org www.pta.org

Student IDs

For safety & security purposes, all students will receive a new ID that must be worn around the neck with the picture facing out. Forgotten, lost, dam-aged, or defaced IDs must be replaced before entering class. Students will receive 1 free replacement ID. A fee will be charged for additional replace-ment IDs. If a student can’t pay at that time, the fee will be added to the student account. All accounts must be settled promptly