Magnet News
4 student talks added to official TedX Video Site!
Our 4 Spring TedX speaker videos have been officially accepted and are included in the TED video library at https://www.youtube.com/user/TEDxTalks.
Please congratulate and support our speakers by watching their videos below!
1. Gabrielle Christie- The Innovators Who Let Me Be- https://youtu.be/W-RlKnfew6g?si=t7javIM37fC9OIdU
2. Olivia Land- The Power of Spoken Language- https://youtu.be/nq0TCq92oD4?si=LwlXpZ8K_nT9G8Kz
3. Precious Babajide- A New Way to Think- https://youtu.be/P44diOjDOZU?si=rhNXnq6PKXmTORtM
4. Ryan Rakestraw- Pop Politics- https://youtu.be/UHhHg5NJwBE?si=QTuk2tkiwLU5IFyJ
You can view all of the TedXYouth@RMSST videos at the playlist below.
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9s925O3mmHr4xHcYerUmILMIuFhJt3yi&si=sG5MP_xzm7qlP0pe
Thank you to our staff, students, and families for your resilience in this challenging time for our community.
RCPS schools and students will return to in-person learning and school buildings will reopen starting Monday, October 21, 2024. Please see the Message from the Superintendent at https://www.rockdaleschools.org/cms/One.aspx?pageId=52475169
Thursday, October 24th will be PSAT testing for 9th-11th grades & SAT School Day for 12th Grade
We have an important update regarding the PSAT and SAT School Day. The new test date is Thursday, October 24, 2024. On this day:
- 9th and 11th grade students will take the PSAT.
- 12th grade students will take the SAT School Day.
Please make sure your student is prepared and arrives on time. Testing will begin promptly at the start of the school day. For more information, we encourage you to visit the updated resources on the College Board website (link below).
Test Day Tips:
- Get a good night’s sleep before test day.
- Eat a healthy breakfast to stay focused.
- Bring two No. 2 pencils and a calculator (check College Board's approved list).
- Arrive early to avoid any last-minute stress.
- Bring your student ID or other valid photo ID.
- Dress in layers for comfort, as testing rooms may vary in temperature.
- Review test format and practice materials beforehand.
For updated information and additional resources, please visit:
- PSAT 8/9 Information: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-8-9
- PSAT/NMSQT Information: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt
- SAT School Day Information: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat-school-day
Let’s make this a successful testing day together!
Advanced Placement (AP) Virtual Parent Night this Thursday 6-7pm
We are excited to invite you to our Virtual AP Parent Information Night on Thursday, October 24th from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This is a great opportunity for parents to learn more about our Advanced Placement (AP) program, including course expectations, benefits, and how AP can support college and career readiness. Click this link or on the flyer below to join the meeting.
AP Exam Registration & Hardship Request: Important Information
As we prepare for the AP exams in May 2025, here are some key highlights about registration and the hardship process for the 2024-25 school year:
- RCPS will cover the cost of AP exams for students who register during the standard registration period and take the exam on the regularly scheduled date.
- Students who register late, miss the exam date, or cancel their exam may be subject to additional fees from the College Board (late order fee, late testing fee, unused/canceled exam fee).
AP Exam Registration Deadlines & Process:
- An AP exam will automatically be ordered for students enrolled in AP courses, unless a hardship form is submitted and approved.
- Hardship Request: Families facing difficulties that impede their ability to take the exam can submit an AP Exam Hardship Non-Testing Request Form by November 1, 2024.
- Students wishing to use the regulatory guidelines provided to not take an AP test if they are in 4 or more must also complete the hardship request.
- Approved hardship requests will exempt students from taking the AP exam. However, any cancellations or missed exams without an approved form will result in a $40 fee and any other applicable College Board fees.
More information about AP Registration and the Hardship Request is included in the file linked below.
We look forward to connecting with you and supporting your student’s academic success!
Friday, October 25th is Cape Day to support patients at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Cape Day is an annual tradition held in the Fall that encourages the community to honor and celebrate the strong and resilient patients facing illnesses and injuries at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Every day, CHOA patients overcome healthcare obstacles and face challenges that most of us could never imagine. We wear a cape in honor of them.
How Can I Get Involved?
We kindly ask that any Magnet staff or student who would like to wear a cape at school Friday, bring a $1 minimum donation to the Magnet Front Office. We will take a group picture at 7:55am in our capes and the money raised will be pooled together to donate to a CHOA patient in our community.
We look forward to celebrating Cape Day together!
Holiday Card Art Contest - Submit by October 21st
A special contest was announced at Flex today. Learn more and submit your art at https://forms.office.com/r/m9GMGM4KqU
Share a shout out to Teachers & Staff Members for a job well done!
Is there a teacher or staff member you want to thank or compliment for a great start to the school year? Please use this form to share a shout-out message about the good things you see happening at Magnet. We will share the positive shout-out messages at future staff meetings.
Publix Partners - free sign up & earn money back to the school on regular grocery trips
Publix Partners makes supporting students and faculty as easy as 1, 2, 3.
1. Join Club Publix and log in to your account at publix.com.
2. In your Club Publix profile, go to Settings, select Choose Publix Partner at the bottom of the page, and select your school.
3. Enter your phone number at checkout or pay with the Publix app, and we’ll donate a portion of your purchase to your school.
So far, Publix has donated $1,200 to our school! Publix Partners has contributed over $41.2 million to more than 5,296 schools across the Southeast. See how much our school has earned and learn more at publix.com/partners.
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