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February 2020
Mitchell County
School System
The Eagle’s Nest
Inside this issue:
Magnetic Slime 2
Young Marines 3
Pre-K Registration 4
APTT Meeting at
MCPS 5
Being Safe 6
Casserole Connection 7
CTAE Programs 8
Touring CTAE 9
Baseball Schedule 10
Basketball Teams 11
Calendar 12
Attention: Mitchell County
Residents
On February 11, 2020, Albany Technical College
will be at Mitchell County High
School from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to administer the Accuplacer Test.
If interested, bring a valid
ID with you. See page 12 for more details.
Robert Adams, MCSS Superintendent
February is Career, Technical and Agriculture Education
Month
Stop by and visit one of the CTAE areas offered at
Mitchell County High School.
See pages 8-9.
Drop Everything and Read In Miss S. Lucy's kindergarten class at Mitchell County Primary School, the students had fun looking through decodable books to find high frequency words of the week. Several of the students were also able to read the books to a classmate or to Ms. Lucy. The students truly enjoyed DEAR (Drop Everything And Read) time and look forward to it again.
A New Year! New Goals for Success! If you believe in fresh starts, what is a better time than now to start fresh! Mitchell County Second Grade students have hit the refresh button and are on the move to a successful second half of school. Ms. R. Hayward’s class along with the second grade team created new year resolutions (goals) to help them stay on the move throughout the remainder of the school year. Students also learned that setting and achieving goals is an excellent way for them to learn responsibility. The second grade students as well as the second grade teachers are very excited about all of the new goals for success that each student has set for their academics.
Let’s Go Second Grade!
Attention: Parents Registration for the
Mitchell County School System’s Early Learning Program (3 year olds) and
Pre-K for the 2020-2021 school year has started.
(See pages 4 and 5 for more details.)
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The Eagle’s Nest is the official newspaper for the Mitchell County School System (MCSS).
All articles for publication in this newsletter should be electronically submitted to the school’s media specialist by the 20h of each month.
Visit us on-line at http://www.mitchell.k12.ga.us
Produced by: Ruth Lee, Eagle News Coordinator e-mail: [email protected]
Special thanks to everyone who contributed and who helped proof this issue. It is the policy of the Mitchell County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex,
religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity or service.
Superintendent: Robert Adams MCSS Board Chair: Norma Gilpatrick MCSS Board Vice-Chair: Joe White
Schools: Mitchell County Primary-Donna Johnson, Principal Mitchell County Elementary-Jacqueline Ponder, Principal
Mitchell County Middle-Rodney Conine, Principal Mitchell County High-Ossie Canidate, Principal
Parents, if you do not wish for your child’s picture to be placed in the newsletter or on the MCSS web sites, please go to the Central Office to sign a waiver form.
Parent University Student Graduation
Parent University and Mitchell County House of Hope held their first Student Graduation on Thursday, December 19, 2109. The graduate was Ms. Jessica Weston who completed the Parent University curriculum satisfied by the Board of Directors of Mitchell
County House of Hope. On January 9, 2020, the parent classes resume at the Mitchell County High School. The classes will be held every Thursday at 10 a.m. to 12:00. Ms. Jessica Weston returns to the new semester as a mentor to other parents. Above right: Rev. James Edwards, Chairman of Mitchell County House of Hope and Ms. Jessica Weston Class of 2019 Parent University graduate. Left: Parent University: Success For Life Program class Presenter Ms. Carla Harrell and Ms. Leitha Young on Imaging Your Future.
Students Learn to Play Instruments
MCHS Music Teacher Mrs. N. Collins started teaching Ms. E. Kings’ students music and how to play instruments. The students were very excited about going to Mrs. Collins’s class. They were very attentive. Mrs. Collins made playing the instruments a learning experience but FUN for students!
Magnetic Slime Students in D. Manville’s 5th Grade Science class at Mitchell County Middle School had fun working with magnetic slime while learning about Magnetism! The students learned that slime is denser than water! Slime has buoyancy; and when iron powder is added, it has magnetic properties that allow it to attract to a magnet! The students had such fun with this activity.
Young Marines Special Recognition In December, the Mitchell County Middle School Young Marines held a Toys for Tots Fundraiser to raise money to purchase toys for the campaign. Students collected both toys and money to help children in our area have a great Christmas. MCMS Young Marines presented certificates to several individuals who helped them make this fundraiser such a huge success.
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Fire Prevention and Safety The Camilla Fire Department visited the Mitchell County Middle School Young Marine Program to talk about Fire Safety. Students enjoyed meeting some of the Camilla firemen and had the chance to see the firetrucks up close. The fire safety talk included important information about steps students could take to help ensure their homes were free of fire hazards. They also discussed the importance of a household fire safety plan and encouraged students to talk with their parents about their family’s Fire Escape Plan.
Dressing Professionally A representative from the Albany Marine Base provided a hair tutorial for females in the Young Marine program at Mitchell County Middle School and Mitchell County High School. SSgt Elle Lawrence showed students how to appropriately secure longer hair while they are in their Young Marines uniform. SSgt Lawrence spoke of the significance of the military uniform and conveyed to students the discipline it takes to properly respect the uniforms they are wearing in the Young Marine program.
Shown above: 1. Sandra Holmes; 2. Tammea Knight and Tammy Spradley; 3. Trenise Sanders; 4. Dorothy Whitfield, Elisha Mullins, Jade McCalister, and Oreanna Sweet
4 3 2 1
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Operation Turnaround
“Challenge – Commitment – Mentoring” Vision Statement - To provide Mitchell County residents with a safe and healthy environment in which to live. Mission Statement - To love all, engage the hurting, teach with purpose, and grow through unity in our community.
Operation Turnaround Family Mixer was held at the Boys and Girls Club in Camilla (December 16, 2019) and in Pelham (December 19, 2019). The community collaborative Operation Turnaround, in conjunction with the Department of Juvenile Justice has launched a community youth mentoring initiative. The mentoring events will occur each 4th Saturday from 12-3 p.m. Tentative standard itinerary will be as follows: 12-1 p.m. – Group event/Field Trip; 1-2 p.m. – Breakout sessions for males and females; 2-3 pm – One on One mentoring for youth who have a need. For more
information contact [email protected] and Deborah Hall, [email protected]. Laron Smith [email protected] and Shirley Daniels at 229-328-7302, 229-336-2369
Pre-K Registration for 2020-2021 Pre-K registration for the Mitchell County School System will begin on
Monday, February 3rd
and will be held at Mitchell County Primary School.
Parents: Your child must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2020. *Birthdate must fall between September 2, 2015 – September 1, 2016. *
Required Registration Documents: 1. Copy of Birth Certificate 2. Copy of Social Security card 3. Immunization Record (on GA Form 3231) 4. Ear, Eye, and Dental record (on GA Form 3300) 5. Proof of residency (lease, mortgage bill, or electric/utility bill)
-Proof of residency must contain the name and address of the parent/guardian/legal custodian listed on
the registration form. If the name on the proof of residency is different from parent/guardian/legal
custodian, an affidavit stating all residents living in the home will be required by the homeowner/landlord.
6. Copy of card for any of the following services (if applicable) Food Stamps, Medicaid, TANF, SNAP, Peachcare,
SSI, or CAPS
7. Guardianship/Custody orders if the child does not live with natural parents
MCES’s The Polar Express Experience
The story begins when a little boy hears a train in front of his home. His decision to get on the train leads him on the most thrilling adventure of his life. The holiday book “The Polar Express" was a great way for MCES’s second graders to prepare for Winter break. Second grade students and teachers read the “Polar Express for the month of December. Prior to Winter break, the students were allowed to watch the movie after reading the book. Teachers and students worked together comparing and contrasting the story elements of the book and the movie. Ms. R. Gibbs' second grade class was so excited and motivated after reading the Polar Express. Her class has read over 30 books.
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MCPS’s Academic Parent Teacher Team Meeting 2
On January 27, 2020 at 6:00 p.m., Mitchell County Primary School held its second annual Academic Parent Teacher Team Meeting (APTT). The meeting began with an icebreaker in which parents had to line up from shortest to tallest without talking. This was done to show the importance of communication. Parents were introduced to the new McGraw Hill Series. Next, parents were divided into grade levels. Kindergarten and first grade teachers explained the purpose of the meetings and reminded parents of grade level expectations. Parents were informed with specific information about their child’s progress. Parents receive materials and resources and set mark goals to help support their child at home. Door prizes were given and refreshments served.
21st Century Students Afterschool Activities By: Trasontra Williams, Instructor
During the week of January 27-31, the 3rd grade students in the 21st Century Program at Mitchell County Elementary School worked diligently on rounding numbers to the nearest tens and to the nearest hundreds. In addition, the students have worked on identifying different foods as a relates to the food group pyramid. Students learned a better concept of the food groups and how many servings our bodies need on a daily basis. They learned the fats and oils, milk and cheese group, vegetable group, fruit group, meet group, and the bread group. At the close of this week, the students were able to enjoy a fun game called the string game where students were taught how to work with strings to promote social engagement. The students learn how to make the cup and saucer with strings.
Registration for Early Learning (3 Year Old) Program for 2020-2021
For Mitchell County School System begins on Monday, February 3
rd and will be held at Mitchell County Primary School.
Parents: Your child must be 3 years old on or before September 1, 2020.
For more details, contact Mitchell County Primary School at 336-8250.
MCPS’s Students
Received Christmas Gifts On December 18, 2019, all students at Mitchell County Primary School received a special toy courtesy of Toys For Tots.
Students eagerly awaited their gifts and proudly displayed them to each other. Thank you to Toys for Tots for making this a special day for students.
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Importance of Being Safe Deputy M. Barnes came to visit Ms. E. King’s class sharing with the students the importance of being safe, following the rules. and being the best person you can be when people are looking and when they are not. Deputy Barnes talked with the students about the requirements to become a police officer and the beginning salary for a police officer. He was asked several questions by the students and he so patiently answered them all. One question that Deputy Barnes was asked was “What did he like about his job?” He said “What I LOVE about my job is that I get to protect and serve you guys, the people.” Deputy Barnes told the students to do good in school, get good grades and they will go far in life.
Creating Custom T-shirts Ms. E. Thomas and Ms. L. Twitty’s Graphic Design class is in the process of creating t-shirts for the Eagles’ Landing Academy. Students also can make business cards, banners, yard sign, flyers, postcards, posters, etc. If anyone is interested in having T-shirts made, contact the Graphics Production Department at Mitchell County High School. Pictured left are sophomores (L_R) Salea’ Williams, Travion Tarver, Kirby Scott, Tymon Dawson, and Darius Daniels. Good job, Eagles!
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Mitchell County High School-Culinary Arts Eagle’s Nest Catering Presents “The Casserole Connection”
Menus for February 2020 As a fundraiser and learning tool, the culinary arts students will be preparing casseroles each week for sale. The orders will need to be placed the Monday prior to pick-up on Wednesdays. If you don’t want to cook them that day, you can wait a couple of days or they all freeze well! Also, please feel free to place all of your orders in advance if you prefer. Schedule: February 12-Stuffed Shells with Meat Sauce * February 19-Chicken & Almond Casserole * February 26-Beef Stroganoff Prices are: $10 for a 9” round (feeds 2-4 people); $20 for a 13 x 9 (feeds 6-10 people) Email your order to: [email protected] or leave a message at 229-336-2156 ext. 2024 or 229-403-1840 (Lillibel Wingate). Make checks payable to: MCHS. Pick up times are between 12:00 & 1:30 or between 4 & 5:00 on Wednesdays. If these times are not convenient we can make other arrangements. PICKUP LOCATION-Ms. L. Wingate’s classroom…go to the back of MCHS where the track is located. You will see a playground & signs to park for the café. Come through the courtyard area and enter the door “Eagle’s Nest Catering”.
Making An Edible Plant Cell Project The students in Ms. B. Keaton and Ms. C. Thomas' class are learning about plant cells in science. The students did a hands-on activity where they mixed the ingredients to bake a cake and then applied different kinds of candies that looked like the actual part of the plant cell to make an edible plant cell project. After creating the plant cell, the students had fun eating their creation. Great Job Students!
Mitchell County High School LEO Club Activities On January 29, 2020 at Mitchell County High School, LEO Club Advisors Ms. Jacquelyn White and Ms. C. Lee welcomed new and prospective members to the LEO Club Meeting. Students learned more about the activities planned for February: Helping out with Lions Club Pheasant Hunt, conducting a Candy Drive for Mitchell County Service Center, hosting a Valentines Social, and the Soup Delivery Project. On February 1, 2020, the LEO Club assisted the Camilla Lions Club with the annual Pheasant Hunt. If a MCHS student is interested in joining or for more information, contact Jacquelyn White at 229-336-2100.
Leadership—Experience—Opportunity
Mitchell County Middle School
And Mitchell County High School
Will Conduct Parent/Teacher Conferences
On February 11, 2020
From 4 to 6: 30 p.m.
Parents come out and meet with your child’s teachers.
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Career, Technical and Agricultural Education Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) is preparing Georgia's students with the skills and education needed for the next step after high school whether it be college, beginning a career, or serving in the military. CTAE students across the state are offered more than 130 Career Pathways within 17 Career Clusters. So which pathways are offered at Mitchell County High School? The Career Pathways offered at Mitchell County High School are:
Agricultural Mechanics Systems- The Ag Mechanics pathway offers students hands on experience with wood working, agricultural structures, electrical wiring, and power equipment operation and maintenance. In this pathway students have the opportunity to work hands on in the Ag workshop with a Plasma Cutter to produce metal signs for local businesses and for personal customer purchase. In this pathway students may participate in the FFA Student Organization.
Audio Video Technology & Film- In this pathway students gain knowledge and experience with basic audio/video equipment, script writing, production, programming, recording, editing, and operational set-up and equipment maintenance. Students in this pathway gain hands on experience by broadcasting Mitchell County Schools/Community events as well as airing weekly programs for the WMCZ LP 94.5 FM Eagle News Radio.
Culinary Arts- The Culinary Arts pathway introduces students to food preparation terms, concepts, and methods in the food service industry with an emphasis on basic kitchen and dining room safety, sanitation, equipment maintenance and operation procedures. Students in this pathway gain hands on experience by assisting the Culinary Arts instructor with local and school catering events, preparation of weekly casseroles which are sold to community members, all while serving and preparing menus for the MCHS Eagle’s Nest Café.
Graphic Design- The Graphic Design pathway provides students with opportunities to gain hands on experience in producing t-shirts, banners, yard signs, buttons, programs, posters, and business cards. In addition to the hands on experience, students will gain knowledge about Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator and Microsoft Publisher while creating the graphic designs for production.
Horticulture Mechanical Systems- In this pathway students are introduced to the major concepts of plant and horticulture science. The students will gain basic understanding of plant reproduction, soil management, plant growth, and fertilizing and irrigation methods. Students in this pathway will have the opportunity to gain hands on experience by managing the plant production in the Hydroponics garden and floral greenhouse. In this pathway students may participate in the FFA Student Organization.
JROTC/Air Force- The mission of Air Force Junior ROTC (AFJROTC) is "To develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community." AFJROTC is a three-year program with a curriculum that includes aerospace science, leadership education, and physical fitness training. Enrollment in AFJROTC does not obligate the student for military service, but completing three years of the program can mean increased opportunities for college scholarships or advanced rank/pay if a student decides to enlist in any branch of the military. Cadets at MCHS have opportunities to participate in local community events and even fly in general aviation aircraft.
Teaching as a Profession- TAP students will gain knowledge about and practice the use of current technologies, effective teaching and learning strategies, and effective learning environments. Additionally, they will develop instructional opportunities for diverse learners and students with special needs. Students in grades 10-12 will have the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge they are learning to real world settings by participating in a weekly practicum experience at Mitchell County Primary School. In this pathway students may participate in the Future Educators of America Student Organization.
Students must complete three courses in a career-related pathway and be eligible to participate in Georgia Department of Education recognized end-of-pathway assessment activities. Successfully passing the end-of-pathway assessment may result in an industry-recognized credential that may be used for future employment. For more information about the Career Pathways or CTAE opportunities offered at Mitchell County High School, please contact Mrs. Paxton Crosby, CTAE Director, at 336-8250.
TAP Students Apply Skills Learned in Class
Students in Ms. P. Crosby’s Teaching as a Profession classes have the opportunity to apply the skills they learn in class to the real world by working with students at Mitchell County Primary School.
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Tyson’s Representatives Tour MCHS’s Career, Technical, Agriculture Programs (CTAE)
On December 16, 2019 representatives from Tyson, Camilla Plant, along with Mitchell County Board of Education Vice-Chair Joe White, Mitchell County School Superintendent Robert Adams, and CTAE Director Paxton Crosby toured the CTAE programs at Mitchell County High School. The representatives had an opportunity to talk with the instructors to learn more about their programs. On January 30, 2020, local and corporate Tyson’s representatives visited the CTAE Departments.
Below: Tyson’s Camilla Plant Representatives: Mike Wilkerson and Clay Banks learn more about the different types of vegetables grown in the Hydroponics House. Next, Mitchell County Board of Education Vice Chair Joe White talks with CTAE Director Paxton Crosby. After visiting the Hydroponics Lab, the team visited the Agriculture Greenhouse.
Ag Instructor Simon Wilkes talks with C. Banks about students using the Plasma Cutter to make signs. The team looks at the Adirondack Chairs made by the students.
MCHS Audio/Video Instructor Beau Sherman talks about students producing and directing broadcasts. M. Wilkerson, J. White, C. Banks visited the Eagles Radio Station (WMCZ LP 94.5 FM) and TV Studios.
The representatives toured Culinary Arts Department and Eagle Nest Café and also learned more about MCHS’s Telemedicine Program and MCHS’s flight program. Left: C. Banks looks at the airplane flight simulation that students get to practice on. For more information on the CTAE Programs offered at Mitchell County High School, contact Paxton Crosby, CTAE Director or call 229-336-0970.
Graphic Design instructor Leigh Twitty shows M. Wilkerson and C. Banks the license plates made by the students. On January 30, Tyson’s representatives Mike Wilkerson, Craig Foister, Rodney Ellis, and Mike Rogers are shown how students use the Colex Cutter to cut out yard signs. C. Banks looks at the different products that the students created.
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Mitchell County Eagles
Varsity Baseball Schedule 2020
Mitchell County Middle School Baseball Schedule Feb. 06 - Baseball vs. Bainbridge @ Bainbridge @ 4:30 p.m. Feb. 11 - Baseball vs. Baconton @ home @ 4:30 p.m. Feb. 12 - Baseball vs Washington @ home @ 4:30 p.m. Feb. 13 - Baseball vs Whigham @ Whigham @ 4:30 p.m. Feb. 20 - Baseball Doubleheader @ Thomasville @ 4:00 p.m. Feb. 24 - Baseball vs Whigham @ home @ 4:30 p.m.
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Xavier Williams, Derrick Harris Jr., Rodney Jones, Malcolm Jones, Roderick Bodiford, James Thomas, Quentavious Hunter, Mia Lambert, Sherman
Owens, Assistant Coach Derex Woumnm, Dedreon Knight, Assistant Coach Rondarrius Williams, Camille Wimberly, David Robinson, Earl
Waters, Desmeyan Daniels, Darrius Jenkins, Drekwaun Daniels, Kentrel Williams, Xzavier Wilcher, Willie Williams III; Sitting: Head Varsity
Coach Ricardo Rivera, Sr.
Al Childs, DJ Dunlap, Kiaya Merriwether, Antwan Gilbert, Jaacobi Dewberry, Mia Lambert, Sherman Owens, Assistant JV Coach Rondarrious
Williams, Dedreon Knight, Fendale Hicks, Camille Wimberly, Tymon Dawson, Leeward Waller, Rod Fowler, Willie T. Jackson; Sitting: Head JV
Coach Derex Woumnm
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Mitchell County Primary School
Feb. 14 Valentine’s Day Pictures
Mitchell County Elementary School
Feb. 10 APTT Meeting from 5 p.m.—6:15 p.m.
Feb. 27 Black History Program
Mitchell County Middle School
Feb. 11 Parent Conference Night from 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Mitchell County School System’s Calendar: February 2020
School System Calendar
Feb. 17 President’s Day Holiday
Feb. 18 Board of Education Meeting –5:30 p.m.
Mitchell County High School
Feb. 6 ASVAB
Feb. 7 Math Tournament at ASU
Feb. 8 21st Century Saturday School (9 a.m. –2 p.m.)
Feb. 11 Parent Conferences from 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Feb. 22 21st Century Saturday School (9 a.m. –2 p.m.)
Attention: Mitchell County Residents
Want to Go Back to School to Earn a Certificate? Diploma? Degree?
Albany Technical College Is Your Place To Be!
Come out and take the Accuuplacer Exam on February 11, 2020
On February 11, 2020, Albany Technical College will be at Mitchell County High School from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to administer the Accuplacer Test. If interested, bring a valid ID with you.
ATC will have representatives from the Admissions Department and the Financial Aid Department there that day to process applications, admit students that day, talk about Hope Career Grants, and help them complete their FAFSA application before they leave. They can also schedule them for classes on the spot if they make a qualifying score. If anyone is interested, please come by the high school office, Mitchell County Primary School, or Mitchell County School System’s board office to pick up an application for admission and make sure your name is placed on the list so MCHS Counselor Ms. Kendra Johnson will know how many to expect that day as she will have to pull previous scores or high school transcripts. Or, if you cannot come by to pick up an application, call Ms. K. Johnson at 229-336-0970 to have her put your name on the list; and you will be able to apply when you come on February 11 to take the test.
Mitchell County Middle School
And Mitchell County High School
Will Conduct Parent/Teacher Conferences
On February 11, 2020
From 4 to 6: 30 p.m.
Parents come out and meet with your child’s teachers.
