September 29th: Annual Title I Meeting
Please join us for our Annual Title I Meeting tomorrow, September 29th at 10:00 a.m. in the MHSHS PD room or via Zoom.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://gcpsk12-org.zoom.us/j/99024365533?pwd=bVVkTGFwblg3bjc1NWFkTDRiOFJRdz09
Meeting ID: 990 2436 5533
Passcode: 627329
October 12th-15th: District Assessments-Interims
October 12th-13th: ELA and Social Studies Interims
October 14th-15th: Math and Science Interims
October 20th Digital Learning Day #2
Dates for the 2021 - 2022 School Year Digital Learning Days:
- October 20, 2021, Day #2.
- November 9, 2021, Day #3.
- January 25, 2022, Day #4.
- March 2, 2022, Day #5.
- March 22, 2022, Day #6.
Device checkout for DLD #2 for students:
- Parents/guardians can come to check out devices on Friday, October15th from 7:30AM to 11:30AM. A parent/guardian must be present in order to check out a device as the device distribution form has to have a parent/guardian signature.
- Devices must be returned on Thursday, October 21st to Mrs. Noordoorn in the Media Center.
GCPS Family and Community Engagement Idea Source Publication
GCPS is excited to present the first publication of Idea Source,
In this issue, check out a new section called "from BOTTLES to BACKPACKS" provided by the Early Learning and School Readiness Department. You will also notice a congratulatory shout-out to our Title I Distinguished and Reward Schools, and much more!
The link to Idea Source is provided below. Again, we are thrilled to offer this resource to you, and will continue to do so bi-monthly this school year! We hope you find it enjoyable and inspirational!
Georgia’s Dual Enrollment Program
Georgia’s Dual Enrollment Program provides 10th - 12th grade students enrolled at an eligible public or private high school or home study program in Georgia the opportunity to earn high school and college credit at a participating eligible postsecondary institution in Georgia. Georgia’s Dual Enrollment Program offers students the opportunity to experience college courses and begin their college academic career while still in high school and provides for standard tuition, mandatory fees and required books.
Interested students and parents/guardians must attend the mandatory Dual Enrollment meeting via Zoom on Thursday, September 30th at 6 PM. The Zoom link will be located on the Counseling eClass page (link our page) the day of the event.
Interested students will be required to meet with their counselor for advisement purposes prior to beginning the Dual Enrollment application process.
Please reach out to your child's school counselor with any additional questions.
Ms. Sylvia Rowe - (12th Grade & 11th Grade, A-L)
MHSHS Counseling Corner Newsletter
Parents and students,
Read the latest edition of The Counseling Corner newsletter. Each month, you will receive a new edition of the newsletter. A copy of the newsletter will be available on the counseling page on McClure Health Science High School website.
While meals will be provided at no charge for all students this school year, families whose students would be eligible for meal support in a typical year should complete the free/reduced-price meal application as soon as possible. A new application must be completed each school year.
Confirmed eligibility for free/reduced-price meals ensures access to many benefits beyond school meals.
Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:
- Free SAT/ACT
- Free college applications
- Free/reduced internet additional technology for schools
- Training/resources for parents to use at home
Driver's Education Information
The new Joshua’s Law in Georgia requires anyone under the age of 18 to take a Driver’s Education course before they attempt the Driver’s License road exam.
Fortunately, the Meadowcreek Driver’s Education program is beginning a new class Tuesday, September 7th in room 4.112.
The class meets 10 days after school for a total of 30 hours, followed by 6 hours of driving practice in the school’s driver’s education car with a certified instructor.
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to attempt the Driver’s License road test at the age of 16 or 17.
The fee is $345 dollars and can be paid by credit or debit card on mypaymentsplus.com in the Meadowcreek Community School section, or by check or money order in room 4.112.
Make checks or money orders out to Meadowcreek High School.
Text any questions about the course to Keith Hilliard at 478-390-0225
La nueva ley de Joshua en Georgia requiere que cualquier persona menor de 18 años tome un curso de educación vial antes de intentar el examen práctico de la licencia de conducir.
Afortunadamente, el programa de educación para conductores de Meadowcreek está comenzando una nueva clase el martes 7 de septiembre en el salón 4.112.
La clase se reúne 10 días después de la escuela por un total de 30 horas, seguidas de 6 horas de práctica de manejo en el auto de educación vial de la escuela con un instructor certificado.
Al finalizar el curso, los estudiantes podrán realizar el examen práctico de la licencia de conducir a la edad de 16 o 17 años.
La tarifa es de $ 345 dólares y se puede pagar con tarjeta de crédito o débito en mypaymentsplus.com en la sección Meadowcreek Community School, o con cheque o giro postal en el salón 4.112.
Haga cheques o giros postales a Meadowcreek High School.
Envíe por mensaje de texto cualquier pregunta sobre el curso a Keith Hilliard al 478-390-0225
Student-Parent Handbook Acknowledgement Form
- Free and Reduced Lunch Form
- Parent Portal Access Form
- 2021-2022 Junior & Senior Parking Form and Pay Parking Fee on My Payments Plus
- Pay School Fees
- Sign-off that you have read and reviewed the student/parent handbook.
- Sign-off that you have read and reviewed Title I documents.
Information from the MHSHS Parent Instructional Coordinator, Ms. Wells
Dear McClure Health Science High School Community,
As part of my role as the Parent Instructional Coordinator and the Title 1 Program, ongoing staff training will be provided in parent/family engagement and effective parent/family communication.
It is key to build relationships with our families and to work with our students for academic success.
Below is a link to an article from EdTech Magazine regarding communication with families.
Article: Communication Keeps Families Engaged with Students’ Schooling | EdTech Magazine
I will send out ongoing training articles, videos, and resources throughout the school year in the McClure HSHS Memo.
Please email me directly if you have any questions, need assistance reaching out to our families, or simply want to say hello.
Thank you for being an integral part of the McClure HSHS community! Go PULSE!
Class of 2022 Senior Dues are $200 and can be paid through www.scholasticimages.com. Senior dues include Cap & Gown, the Official MHSHS Stole, Class of 2022 Tassel, Diploma, Diploma Cover, Senior t-shirt, Senior week activities, Senior Breakfast, Official 2022 Yearbook, and selected senior events. Dues must be in by October 1st. If dues are paid after October 1st the price will increase to $250.
Class of 2023 Junior Dues are $100 and can be paid through My Payments Plus. Junior dues include prom, class t-shirt, spirit week, and selected class events. Dues must be in by October 1st. If dues are paid after October 1st the price will increase to $150.
Clothing & Shoes Recycle Bin
GCPS Parent Resources
We know that families want easy access and one, go-to location for need-to-know information about their student's education— from records to resources. Just as important, you want an easy way to stay in touch with the school. The Updated Parent Portal gives parents access to grades, assignments, and communication with teachers. The Parent Portal gives families a direct line to the classroom, with 24/7 real-time information and anytime, anywhere access, with in-portal translation in multiple languages. And that's just the beginning...
Masks in GCPS
In late July, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), updated its guidance for schools, recommending that children, teachers, and others in K-12 schools across the nation wear masks this school year, regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status. This recommendation is in line with those of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Based on this guidance and for the safety of our students, staff, and visitors, Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) requires the wearing of masks or cloth face coverings in our schools and facilities and on school buses, regardless of vaccination status.
The CDC indicates correct and consistent mask use is a critical step everyone can take to prevent getting and spreading COVID-19. Masks work best when everyone wears them, but not all masks provide the same protection. With that in mind, Gwinnett County Public Schools requires masks to:
- Fully cover the nose and mouth and secure under the chin.
- Fit securely against both sides of the face.
Masks that have an exhalation valve or vent and masks made from mesh fabrics are not recommended by the CDC as they allow virus particles to escape and spread. As a result, these types of masks do not meet GCPS’ mask requirement.
Gwinnett County Public Schools is using the most recent CDC guidance and information about transmission and case rates within our community as part of its decision-making process regarding mitigation efforts. The district will continue to monitor current conditions and updates to guidance, using this information to make changes to its mask requirement and other mitigation strategies during the 2021–22 school year as needed.
