S.C. is seeking pictures of Veterans who will be attending the program this Friday, 11/10. If you have a picture that can be emailed to kkluge@south-central.org or drop off in the K-8 office for her it would be greatly appreciated. R.S.V.P. by Calling (419) 752-3354.
Thank you for your understanding!
(This is Mr. Sprague's bus; students will be arriving on Bus 5.)
Together we can...
S.C.H.S. is hosting a Veterans' Day Program this Friday, 11/10/23. Veterans and a guest are invited to join us. Light breakfast will be served at 8:15 a.m. with assembly to follow (9 a.m.) Veterans are requested to R.S.V.P. by calling (419) 752-3354. Please spread the word!
There will be an OHSAA parent meeting next Tuesday, November 7th at 7:00 p.m. in the Junior High Cafetorium for all parents who have a student/athlete playing a winter sport this season. This meeting is mandatory if you did NOT attend the meeting for fall sports.
Please see the attached JV Baseball posting.
Together We Can
Don't forget:
Join us on November 1st at the high school gym for our Digital Empowerment for Parents meeting led by internet safety expert Scott Frank, while kids enjoy special sessions with Riley's Angels Therapy Dogs in the library. Plus, don’t miss out on the exciting opportunity to win in our gift card giveaways happening throughout the event! Make sure to mark your calendars for this informative and fun-filled evening.
Right to Read Week had so many fun days! We already shared Read with a Flashlight Day; we also had Flannel Day and Fall Color Day!
Upcoming Events; Parent-Teacher Conference - Wednesday, 11/1, 3-7 p.m. Wednesday, 11/1 - Digital Empowerment for Parents Presentation 6-8 p.m. Thursday, November 2nd from 7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. (No school for students 11/2 or 11/3)
Calendar at a Glance for the remainder of the school year!
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be Wednesday, November 1st from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Day 2 of conferences will occur the next day Thursday, November 2nd, and will run from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. as there is no school for students. Lastly, just a friendly reminder, that there will also be no school on Friday, November 3rd. Please contact your child’s school office for more details or to set up a conference time. We hope to see you there.
In addition, we're excited to invite you to our Digital Empowerment for Parents meeting on Wednesday, November 1st, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the South Central High School Gym. Led by Scott Frank, a renowned internet safety expert, and former ICAC investigator, this session will equip you with insights into the online world your teen navigates – from current trends to the dark web and app functionalities. Also, kids can attend special sessions in the high school library sponsored by Riley's Angels Therapy Dogs and in the cafeteria sponsored by S.A.D.D. The event is free, with childcare provided, and we hope to see you there, taking a proactive step in ensuring a safe online environment for our teens! This information was also emailed to families and can be found on the school websites and social media pages.
Thank you for your time and have an awesome rest of the evening!
This week is Right to Read Week in the K8 building; reading with a flashlight was a success!
The more that you read,
the more things you will know.
The more that you learn,
the more places you'll go.
— Dr. Seuss, “I Can Read With My Eyes Shut!”
Check out the website for this year's book fair. You can preview what is coming, create a digital wallet, and even shop online (starting Oct. 30)!!!! https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/scelemjrhigh
Mobile Devices -
Cell phones and other electronic devices are often permitted on the school bus as long as:
::They are in backpacks or other holders, keeping hands free to use handrails while boarding and departing the bus.
::Sound is muted or headphones, earbuds or similar devices are used, to not distract the driver or disrupt other students. Some drivers have a "silent in the morning" rule that should be followed.
::Content does not violate the law or school district policy and procedures. Students should be reminded that they are responsible for what content is on their phone/device.
::Should be silenced at railroad crossings and otherwise at the request of the driver. Ringers should be silenced or muted anytime riders are on the bus.
***Remind your student that the driver is in charge of the bus and all students on it. The bus is considered "school property" and therefore any misbehavior or law violations are the same as if they took place on school grounds. Respecting the driver, the same as they would a teacher or principal, and a "thank you" goes a long way.
***Please put your phone down when you drive to keep our bus drivers, students and other persons on the road safe.
Amber lights are a WARNING that the bus is stopping and loading or unloading students.
Red lights are a sign that the bus has ALREADY STOPPED and students are on the move - out of their seats, loading/unloading and/or crossing the road!
Together We Can!
Getting On and Off the Bus
::Talk with your child(ren) about if they drop something getting on and off the bus, they should never pick it up. Instead, they should tell the driver and follow the driver’s instructions.
::Remind your kids to look to the right before they step off the bus.
::If you meet your child at the bus stop after school, wait on the side where the child will be dropped off, not across the street. Children can be so excited to see you after school that they dash across the street and forget the safety rules.
***People run the red lights and pass buses often when their amber warning lights
are on, so remind your child(ren) to follow the unloading rules/instructions and to
listen for the driver's horn to indicate danger.***
We fight with you, for you, and will never forget you! No Trojan fights alone! This month...
Wear pink it. Raise money. Help make life-changing breast cancer research and support happen!
Please tag those currently fighting, those who have won the fight and those we will never forget!
Together We Can
It's Book Fair time!!!! Just a reminder, there is no school for students on November 2nd.
At the Bus Stop
::Have children wait in a location where the driver can see them while driving down the street. Try to avoid waiting in a house or car.
::Remind children to not horseplay and to not play in the street. Playing with balls or other toys that could roll into the street is also dangerous.
Walking to the Bus Stop
::Walk young children to the bus stop or encourage children to walk in groups. There is safety in numbers; groups are easier for drivers to see.
::Practice good pedestrian behavior: walk on the sidewalk, and if there is no sidewalk stay out of the street. If you must walk in the street, walk single file, face traffic and stay as close to the edge of the road as you can.
::Stop and look left, right and then left again if you must cross the street. Do the same thing on driveways and alleys. Exaggerate your head turns and narrate your actions so your child knows you are looking left, right and left.
This is School Bus Safety Week! Every day we'll post some bus safety items to keep in mind!
Getting Ready for School
::Have your children put everything they carry in a backpack or school bag so that they won’t drop things along the way.
::Encourage them to wear bright, contrasting colors so they will be more easily seen by drivers.
::Make sure children leave home on time so they can arrive at the bus stop before it is due, ideally at least five minutes early. Running after or in front of a bus is dangerous.
The Sectional Final Volleyball game will played next Thursday, October 19 at 7:15pm at Monroeville HS against Mansfield Christian. Tickets can be purchased online at www.ohsaa.org/tickets for a discounted price or purchased at the door for $10.00. The winner will advance to the District Semi-Finals at Willard HS on Tuesday, October 24 at 7:15pm. Best of luck to our Lady Trojans Volleyball Team in tournament play. GO TROJANS!
