PCSVA Updates & Information
Week of 4/7/24
Important Dates
This Week:
April 10- NC Check In #3 (5th-8th grades) onsite 9am-2pm
Upcoming Dates:
April 17- School Improvement Team Meeting 3:30pm (Virtual)
April 24- NC Check In (English II, Math 1, Math 3, Biology- grades 9-11) onsite 10am-2pm
May 2- Former Student Reception- (Seniors) Elementary Schools 6:30pm
May 8- EOY iReady (5th-8th grades) onsite 9am-2pm
may 10- Last day for NCVPS courses (9th-12th grades)
May 17- EOG Science (5th & 8th grades) onsite 9am-12pm
May 20-24 EOG (5th-8th grades)
May 24-31 EOC/CTE (9th-12th grades)
June 4- PCSVA Graduation 10am Piedmont Community College (D101)
Solar Eclipse Viewing- Mon. April 8 2pm-4:30pm
Here are some safe ways to view a solar eclipse:
Solar Eclipse Glasses: Use special-purpose solar filters or eclipse glasses that meet the ISO 12312-2 international safety standard. Regular sunglasses are not sufficient for viewing a solar eclipse.
Pinhole Projector: You can create a pinhole projector using cardboard or paper to indirectly view the eclipse. This involves creating a small hole in a piece of paper or cardboard and letting the sunlight pass through it onto another surface, such as another piece of paper, where you can see the sun's image without looking directly at it. NASA has directions on how to make a pinhole projector HERE.
Live Streams: If you're unable to view the eclipse directly or if weather conditions are unfavorable, consider watching live streams of the eclipse online or on television. NASA will live stream the eclipse on YouTube HERE throughout the day on April 8th.
Remember to exercise caution and protect your eyes at all times while viewing a solar eclipse.
Congratulations National Honor Society Inductees!
Congratulations to our National Honor Society 2024 Inductees!
Casey Arriaga
Ian Brooks
Alex Fuller
Josey Harris
Carter White
Students were invited based on their academic performance, engagement, and leadership. We are proud of your hard work!
ASVAB Military Test Sign Up- by April 19th
The U.S. Armed Forces have high standards for enlistment.The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a multiple-aptitude battery that measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military. It is administered annually to more than one million military applicants, high school, and post-secondary students.
For more information on the ASVAB, please visit: https://www.officialasvab.com/
Please complete this Google Form if you are interested in taking the ASVAB on April 24 at 8:15 AM.
The application will close on April 19
PROM 2024
PCSVA students in 11th and 12th grades in good academic and engagement standing are eligible to participate in the PHS prom. Students will need to check in at the main office during lunch hours in order to purchase tickets. All students must sign and return a guest form and a conduct agreement form available at the PHS main office starting March 18.
PCSVA Graduation is Tuesday, June 4th 10:00 am Piedmont Community College (D101)
Kerr-Tarr Hiring Event- April 30
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE - Apply Today! Applications Closing March 29
NCSU Cybersecurity Camp for Middle School Scholars!
We have an excellent opportunity for rising 6th-8th grade students interested in Cybersecurity here at North Carolina State University. SECURE IT is a one-week-long, non-residential Cybersecurity summer academy. Students will learn the strategies and techniques to defeat cyber attacks, secure networks, and protect sensitive data. Delve into ethical hacking, encryption, and cybersecurity careers. The cost to attend is $400. We do offer need-based scholarships.
Apply here: https://sci.ncsu.edu/k12-outreach/
Email: rmruth@ncsu.edu
Note: Our program will be in person at Engineering Bldg II, 890 Oval Dr Room 3320, Raleigh, NC 27606
Driver Education
2024-2025 FAFSA
ATTENTION SENIORS
All students planning to attend a two or four year post-secondary institution (including PCC) will need to complete the Federal Aid (FAFSA) form. Any student, regardless of income, who wants to be considered for federal, state, and school financial aid programs. This includes grants, scholarships, work-study funds, and loans.
It takes most people less than one hour to fill out the FAFSA form, including gathering any personal documents and financial information needed to complete it. You will need the following items to complete your form.
- Verified account username and password (FSA ID)
- Parent or spouse contributor name, date of birth, Social Security number, and email address
- Income and asset information (if required)
Class of 2024 Scholarship Opportunities
The Next NC Scholarship
The Next NC Scholarship is a financial aid program that helps most North Carolinians from households making $80,000 or less pursue a higher education, by fully covering tuition and fees at any community college in the state or more than half of, if not all, tuition and fees to attend any public university in North Carolina.
Students attending a North Carolina community college will receive at least $3,000 - more than the cost of full-time tuition. Those attending a public university will receive a minimum of $5,000, which pays for more than half, if not all, of tuition and fees.
Applying is simple. Students will just need to submit the FAFSA form, and if they're eligible, they will receive the Next NC Scholarship. There are no additional forms to fill out!
College/Community College Entrance Exams
College Advising
From Your College Adviser, Mr. Ceballos Need to meet with Mr. Ceballos? Fill out this form first, then schedule a meeting with this calendly link. Sign up for our Remind! Download the app to text me for quicker responses! Text 81010 with the message @phs0024 View this month’s college advising newsletter HERE for information on ACT/SAT Dates and Deadlines Upcoming College Application Deadlines Countdown to College Calendar and Event Registration Links Scholarship Deadlines and Documents Student Raffle Opportunities Upcoming Admission Sessions and Tours College Application Week Events
PCS Assessments
The Office of Accountability and Testing is providing two videos about the NCPAT system. The first video focuses on the multistage adaptive end-of-grade tests. The second video explains how to interpret an NC Check-In 2.0 Individual Student Report.
PCS Curriculum & Instruction
At the start of the 2023-2024 school year, Person County Schools will transition to Online School Payments (OSP) for payment of ALL school-related fees. School Related Fees in Online School Payment (OSP) include Technology Use, Laptop Insurance, Laptop Damage and Repairs,
Library Fees, Parking, Club/Organization Dues, etc.
PCSVA will no longer use the K12 Payment Center (www.k12paymentcenter.com).
School Calendars
Piedmont Community College Calendar
Our program is designed to focus on effectively providing a high-quality, virtual learning environment for all students and we ask that families commit to being enrolled for the entire school year. Student engagement is critical in the virtual learning environment; therefore, students will be expected to keep their cameras on during synchronous (live) instruction with their teachers and peers. Attendance will be taken based on this policy. There will also be opportunities daily for students to work asynchronously and having parent/family support is strongly encouraged.
While we are able to instruct our students virtually, all district and state-mandated assessments will need to be conducted in person onsite at our location. Assessment schedules and detailed instructions will be provided in advance of each district and state-mandated assessment for 5-12 students.
Additional Information
Email: duncant@person.k12.nc.us
Website: https://www.pcsnc.org/Page/1017
Location: 1010 Ridge Road, Roxboro, NC, USA
Phone: 336-599-1089

