Science Hill High School Newsletter

Students and Families,

Class Registration

The rising 10th-12th grade parent meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, February 24 at 6:30. The meeting will take place in the SHHS auditorium. Students received a registration packet today with important information.

If you cannot attend, we will record the meeting and post it on our website. Our registration process is designed for parent participation. Please work with your student as they choose classes for next year. We have a class registration page on our website with important information and materials for your student.

Big South Basketball Tournament / Education Day

As you may know, Johnson City is hosting the Big South Conference Basketball Tournament in March. As a part of the tournament, the conference is hosting an education day.

The Big South Education Day is Thursday, March 6. We will dismiss all Juniors and Seniors to the SHHS gym for a program hosted by the conference. At the conclusion of the program, Seniors with a signed permission form will go to Freedom Hall for a college fair and tournament game (Juniors will return to class). The game will end at 1, and Seniors will return to SHHS.

We will also have some traffic and dismissal time adjustments during the tournament. On Thursday, March 6 and Friday, March 7, SHHS will dismiss at 2:33. Also, no traffic can turn left at the stop sign on Topper Lane (across from the tennis courts). All traffic must turn right and go by the SHHS CTE building.

End of Quarter 3

Just a reminder that the end of Quarter 3 is March 7. All grades for the quarter will be finalized on March 7. If you have any concerns about your student’s grade, please contact teachers or your student’s counselor.

Thank you and Go Toppers!

Principal Josh Carter

Parents of students starting the 10th through 12th grades next school year may attend an informational meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, February 24 in the Science Hill auditorium. Topics will include the registration process, graduation requirements, different programs, and online portal instructions. This date was rescheduled from the original, which was canceled because of inclement weather.

Parents, students, community members, and industry partners may visit with Science Hill CTE faculty in the CTE classrooms to learn about the opportunities available in CTE and how these programs can lead to successful careers during CTE Open House from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 27.

The Johnson City Schools Board of Education will meet in regular session at 6 p.m. in the board room at Central Office, 100 E. Maple St., Johnson City. Board meetings are streamed on the district's YouTube channel.

The Science Hill Orchestra will hold a concert at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4 in the school's auditorium. Students will perform the music the orchestra will take to competitions.

Grades for the quarter will be finalized on Friday, March 7.

Take a look at our online calendars to stay up to date with what's going on at Science Hill:

Four seniors received a career-defining surprise last week when a university president visited Science Hill to congratulate them on earning acceptance into a prestigious medical school preparation program. East Tennessee State University President Dr. Brian Noland surprised Gianna Becerra, Ellen Hong, Astha Patel and Lauren Yobst in their classes on Feb. 11 with certificates for the university’s Quillen Honors Scholars Program.

The program, a partnership between ETSU’s Honors College and Quillen College of Medicine, is designed to help undergraduate students transition smoothly to medical school. A total of 15 first-year students are selected each year for the program and take part in curriculum and enrichment experiences during their undergrad years to prepare them for the unique demands of medical training. Quillen Honors Scholars receive a $5,000 scholarship per year and funding for a required study abroad program, summer enrichment opportunities and research activities.

Are you interested in joining the Science Hill Cheerleading Squad next year!? Tryouts and clinics are just around the corner. Please fill out the included Google form if you are interested. Contact Coach Rees (reesl@jcschools.org) or Coach Kaylee (reesek@jcschools.org) with any questions.

Google Form:

https://forms.gle/eNJ3n3csabz7vX716

Thank you to everyone who donated items or volunteered to make the PTSA's Faculty and Staff Appreciation popcorn and drinks a success!

Reminders:

• The window for Teacher Grant applications is still open.

• Scholarship forms are available in counselors' offices. Seniors with outstanding community service who plan to attend a college or university and students who plan to attend a trade school may apply. Applicants for the college or university scholarship must submit a typed personal statement about a community service or volunteer experience and a resume. Applicants for the trade school scholarship must submit a typed essay explaining how this scholarship would support their career in a trade and why they're the best candidate.

Join the PTSA or support its educational programs at sciencehill.givebacks.com.

Everyone needs a little advice and support at times. Our dedicated counselors are always ready to help! Check out the SHHS Counseling page, or email a counselor directly below:

• Joe McPherson (last names A-Carp) mcphersonj@jcschools.org
• Kim Thompson (Carr-E) thompsonk@jcschools.org
• Dr. Stacey Philbrick (F-Hon) philbricks@jcschools.org
• Ryan Goines (Hoo-Maq) goinesr@jcschools.org
• Suzanne Reaves (Mar-Pa) reavess@jcschools.org
• Seth Douglas (Pe-Sti) douglass@jcschools.org
• Eva Price (Sto-Z) pricee@jcschools.org
• Josh Jarnigan (Career Counseling) jarniganj@jcschools.org
• Chad Plaisted (Topper Academy) plaistedc@jcschools.org

• Seniors should be finished or almost finished with their college applications and should now be looking for scholarships. There are several scholarships listed on the Financial Aid/Scholarships page. If you have any questions or concerns, contact your counselor.

• FAFSA is now open. If you have not scheduled a meeting with Holly Frye to help you with this, email her at hfrye@niswongerfoundation.org.

• Make sure that you have an updated resume ready to go, whether you are going to school, military or straight to the workforce. You WILL need one.

Attention Seniors: The local scholarships are here! These are specific scholarships that are guaranteed to be awarded to a Science Hill student. Go to the Counselor tab of the SHHS website for a complete list. All scholarship applications are on the Scholarship Wall right past Mr. Douglas' office on Counselor Row. The deadlines are different and some scholarships require letters of recommendation, so start early and check out the scholarships today!

Daily Announcements
Check out our announcements page that are updated daily on the website! This is where you can find more information about detailed events, student opportunities, club meetings and more! Follow the link above or press the button on the website's main page that can be found by scrolling halfway down.

Social Media

Social Media can be a great communication tool to push out important events and information in a fun and entertaining way. Both our official Instagram (handle: sciencehill_jcs) and Facebook (ScienceHillJCS) are used to showcase what's going on at the hill both academically and athletically while keeping both families and students informed with the most updated information

All student and parent forms can be found in our Main Office in two main places: on a grid on the wall by the main entrance or on our counters.

On Wall in the Main Office

PTA Forms - How to sign up and be informed with PTA events and news.

JCS Communication Tools - Information on how to stay connected with Johnson City Schools.

Gradebook Portal Request Form - To request access to PowerSchool parent account.

DMV Form - Needed to obtain their learner's permit. It must be filled out and signed before taking it to the DMV.

Community Service Hours Form - Log form for students' community service hours. Must be signed by a the volunteer supervisor.

Transit Request Forms - Must be filled out, approved, and on file before students can use the school bus system.

Medicine Administration Permission Form - Must be filled out and turned into the nurse if students have medicine that needs to be taken during the school day.

Parent Observer Request Form - To request access to Canvas parent account.

On the counter in the Main Office

Lunch Form - For more information about our lunch program. There is a QR code that will direct on how to fill out forms regarding free and reduced lunch.

School Map - For a layout of the school so that students are able to locate their classes.

Drop-Off/Pick Up Map - For car drop off and pick up locations.