September 2012
Volume 1, Issue 1
The Tiger’s Paw
Welcome 9th Graders
We would like to extend a hearty welcome to
the Freshmen Class of 2016 to Alcovy High
School. We have many resources and
information that are available to you in the
Guidance Department throughout the year.
Please check the Guidance Section of the AHS
website for details. Your 9th Grade counselor
is Mr. Randy D. Colbert. He is located in the
9th grade office.
Newsletter
The Social Network
Transitioning from middle school to high
school can be a huge adjustment for many
students. Finding themselves in a new
environment, with new friends and teachers
can be quite challenging. Here are some tips
to have a successful year as part of the Tiger
Family.
Social Networking Tips:
Get to know your Administrators and
Teachers
Practice Time Management
Get Involved in Extracurricular Activities
Buddy Up-Meet new friends that can be
potential study partners
Keep your parents informed
Communicate with your Counselors
PSAT Coming Soon
Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test
Test Date – October 17, 2012
Cost $16.00 see AHS bookkeeper
All 9th graders are encouraged to take the
PSAT.
What does it cover?
Critical Reading
- Sentence Completion
- Passage Based Reading
Math
Writing Skills
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The Freshman SWAG
This Month’s Highlights
“Let’s Play Football”
S – Students
W – With
A–A
G- Goal
Have you thought about your
career pathway?
9th Grade Football Team Schedule
9/6 – 14 Dutchtown 8
Home
9/13 – Union Grove
9/20 – Woodland
9/27 – Open
10/4 – Stockbridge
10/11 – Union Grove
Home
10/17 Open
10/25 – Ola
11/1 – Super Day
Upcoming Events
School Calendar
NCSS 2012 -2013
September
3 Labor Day
6 Progress Report for
Secondary Students
24 Fall Break ( Sept. 24-28)
October
18 Report Cards issued
19 Parent Conferences
November
15 Progress Reports
19 Thanksgiving Holiday
(19th-23rd)
December
21 Holiday Break
(Dec. 2012-Jan. 3, 2013)
Advisement and Classroom Guidance
Tuesday, September 4-11, 2012
Homecoming
October 18 2012 (Morrow High School)
Thank You Students!
Special thanks to the Counselor’s den:
TImica Parker – Lead Counselor
(10th-12th) A-G
Dr. Kelly Parker – Counselor
(10th-12th) H-O
LaTonya Mitchell- Counselor
(10th-12th) P-Z
Randy D. Colbert
(9th Grade Counselor)
Melvin Parker
(Graduation Coach)