Thanksgiving Break day Nov 17 - 24

Students should check their tiftschools email DAILY!

STUDENTS: REMEMBER TO CHARGE YOUR
CHROMEBOOK EVERY NIGHT AND HAVE IT WITH YOU AT
SCHOOL EVERY DAY!! All students will be using
Chromebooks for EOC testing. Showing up for class
without the Chromebook is like coming to class
without pen, pencil, paper and textbook.

EOC Testing Schedule The EOC counts 20% of the grade for these courses. It is
important to be present and be on time every day.

Wed Fri, 11/29 12/1 ELA (American Lit)

Mon - Tues, 12/4-5 Math (Geometry, Algebra I)
Wed Thurs, 12/6-7 Social Studies (Econ, US History)
Fri, 12/8 Make-up Day
Mon Tues, 12/11-12 Science (Biology, Physical Science)
Wed, 12/13 Make-up Day

Yearbooks will be sold during all 3 lunch periods. Limited numbers!

$20 reserves one! $60 for pkg 1; $65 for pkg 2; $70 for pkg 3

2018 Senior Page Information: https://www.scribd.com//36364/2018-Senior-

Page-Information

Please take a moment to complete the survey using the link

below. Its that time of year againtime for the Georgia Parent
Survey. The Georgia Parent Survey is modeled after the student
survey and contains 24 questions. Parents may complete the survey using their
personal computer, smartphone or tablet. For parents that do not have access to the
Internet, you are welcome to complete the Georgia Parent Survey at school. All
parents are encouraged to participate in the Georgia Parent Survey because the
data will be used as part of the calculation of the School Climate Star Rating. Survey
responses are anonymous and will be submitted directly to the Georgia Department
of Education for analysis. The Georgia Parent Survey is also available in Spanish.
Parents may select the Spanish version within the survey. Results from the Georgia
Parent Survey will not be available to the public and will not be posted online. The
Georgia Parent Survey link is posted below.
Georgia Parent Survey: http://gshs.gadoe.org/parents
Every Tues/Thurs in November American Literature Milestones study sessions;
RM 116; 3:15-4:15; Go over study guides, rubrics, writing process, test-taking tips,
etc. Snacks will be provided!!

Fri, 11/17 - JUNIORS - Sign Up Today! If you are interested in

being a part of the Freshman Mentoring Program/TCHS
Ambassador, check your school email for the application. If
you are interested and did not sign up during your class
meeting, please see Mrs. Johnson.

Fri, 11/17 LATE Registration deadline for ACT given on 12/9

Tues, 11/21 LATE Registration deadline for SAT given on 12/2

Thurs, 11/23 DEADLINE - The Tift County School System has

arranged for additional insurance for the student Chromebooks
through the vendor, Worth Ave Group. This policy covers theft,
vandalism, fire, flood and natural disaster. Claims of this nature are
NOT covered by the current accident policy that Tift County
Schools has in place for all Chromebooks. If you would like to purchase this
policy, which is only $10, for the 2017-18 school year, follow the instructions at
this link: https://www.worthavegroup.com/gpo/tiftschools. The policy purchase
window will close 11/23/17. There is no obligation to purchase this insurance
policy. The Tift County School System receives no benefit or financial gain from
this policy.
Fri, 12/1 Family Holiday Movie Night Join us at Brodie Field to enjoy two
holiday classics on the big screen! Admission is
FREE, but we will be accepting school uniforms
or monetary donations that will benefit the Tift
County Schools Childrens Clothes Closet and
Partners in Education programs. Sit in the stands
or bring your own chair or sleeping bag for a
fun night under the stars on the field. All
children must be accompanied by an adult.

Calling all Creative Writers! We are currently taking submissions

for the Young GA Authors Writing Competition. We will name
grade level winners for 10th, 11th and 12th. Winners will advance to
the district competition. You can submit a poem, short story,
academic report, personal narrative, essay or journalism. A few
guidelines: one entry per student; 1900 word max length; original
student work; typed Times New Roman, 12 font, double-spaced, printed on one
side of paper only. Submission are due to your English teacher or Mrs. Debbie
Salter (RM 106) any time between now and Jan 10, 2018.
Club News:

Tues, 11/28 Dram Club meeting RM 703 @ 3:20; cast of The Little Mermaid
should attend.

Every Mon Mock Trial meet at jail courtroom at 6:30

Every Mon Chess Club RM 201; 3:15 4:00.

Every 1st & 3rd Mon Literati Reading Bowl team meeting; media center 3:15-4:00

Every Mon French Club meet after school in RM 216

Every Mon & Wed Upward Bound RM 310; 3:30 4:30

Every Tues FCA, 7:30 in ROTC RM 924/926 in the gym. You may
enter the gym through the side student parking lot doors nearest the
ROTC classroom. You do not have to be an athlete to join and the
club is FREE! Everyone is welcome and we hope to see you there!

Every Tues Writing Club RM 115 @ 3:15; see Mr. Tanner for details

Every Tues Math Club RM 208; 3:20 4:00 Bring your chromebook!
Every Wed Math Club RM 208; 7:20 AM Bring your chromebook!

Every Wed Spanish Club RM 302; 3:15 3:45

Every Wed Debate Team meet in RM 112 (Ms. Keen).

Key Club applications are available in RM 104 (Mrs. Scott)

Sports News:

Thurs, 11/16 - Its RAFFLE TIME! A Medium Big Green Egg Grill
with stand and other accessories will be one lucky
winners. Get your tickets from a swimmer or a coach. $5 each
OR 5 for $20. Drawing to be held on Nov 16. Help Support your
Tift Co Blue Devil Swim Team!

Fri, 11/17 TCHS Swim Team - TCC Meet in Thomasville

Fri Sat, 11/17-18 TCHS Bass Busters competing at Lake Oconee

Fri, 11/17 Round 2 TCHS Football Blue Devils travel to Hillgrove High School
in Powder Springs. Game time is 7:30. Tickets can be purchased online at
www.gofan.co/hillgrove. Tickets are $10. Tix can also be purchased at the
stadium. We will NOT have any tix for purchase here.

Sat, 11/18 TCHS Wrestling Ola Duals 8:00/9:00 (JV/V)

Sat, 11/18 TCHS Basketball girls & boys vs. Thomasville @ HOME; JV begins at
4:00; Varsity begins at 7:00.