Thursday, October 13, 2016

October 13, 2016 Announcements

Hickory Grove Christian School
High School Announcements
October 13, 2016

Mission:  “To equip students to serve God in the 21st century by providing an excellent academic program founded upon a biblical worldview."

Vision:  “To know Christ and to make Him known through Christian education."




For wherever there is jealousy and selfish ambition, there you will find disorder and evil of every kind.
James 3:16

YOU NEED TO KNOW
No school tomorrow or Monday

Chapel:  Oct 20th, Honors Dress required

Seniors:  Herff Jones will be back Tuesday 18th and Thursday the 20th to take Graduation order.

PSAT: October 19. Dismissal at 12:00. All HS students must be off campus by 12:15   Seniors, you do not come.

If you signed up for the SPIRIT BUS, it will leave today at 5:00.  Make sure you have $1.00 for the game and any concession money.  You will need someone to pick you up at the HG after the game.

Dress Code Reminder:
No hats or visors can be worn in the building.  Leave them in your car.  Also, if you are wearing a sweatshirt with a hoodie, the hoodie must stay off your head.

Venture Club:  Money is due by Thursday for the upcoming hike to Stone Mtn. State Park on Oct.22 (Saturday). Limited space so don't miss out on this fun day.
Come celebrate the start of the FOUR DAY WEEKEND! The HG Jazz Band is having a short concert during Thursday's 2nd lunch in the chapel. You're invited to bring your lunch and come listen to some live jazz!

Student Drivers: Please make sure you are parking in your assigned spot in the student parking area.  You are not allowed to park in any other location.  Speeding has been noticed again.  If you are caught, you will lose your driving privilege
C3 meeting Thursday in the computer lab (4205) 2nd lunch.


Coffee, Muffins, & Cinnamon Rolls are on sale downstairs every morning in the basement!
Coffee and cup with lid $2
Coffee only (bring your own cup) $1
Blueberry, Chocolate and Banana Nut Muffins $1
Cinnamon Rolls $1

           
Chromebooks:  If you have any issues with your Chromebook please email the IT department at chromebooks@hgchristian.org

Charging Station:  Is available in the high school office.

  • First use no consequence
  • Second use lunch detention assigned
  • Third use lunch detention assigned
  • Fourth and above after school detention assigned
  • Consistently forgetting to bring chromebook fully charged to school may result in more severe consequences.

Attachments:

Clubs:
Venture Club:  Money is due by Thursday for the upcoming hike to Stone Mtn. State Park on Oct.22 (Saturday). Limited space so don't miss out on this fun day.
Debate club will meet every Wednesday at first lunch in the basement, room 3010

NO C3 Club meeting this week because of shortened schedule. Will meet again Friday October 14th 2nd Smart Lunch room 3016




GUIDANCE OFFICE
STAY CONNECTED to the High School Guidance Office to receive important info about planning for college, taking the SAT or ACT, and celebrating with your classmates when they get accepted to a college or University!

SENIORS - Don’t forget to request transcripts as soon as you apply to a college!  You can request a transcript easily by using this link:   


ATHLETICS

MAC Tournaments
Varsity Men's Soccer defeated Gaston Day School 4-0 on Tuesday to advance to the MAC Championship game. They will play at Gaston Christian School on Thursday at 7:00pm. Varsity Women's Tennis will play in the MAC Tournament on Wednesday at Gaston Christian School. The tournament will be an all day event beginning at 8:00am, and the team will leave campus at7:00am.

Spirit Bus to Soccer MAC Championship Game
Any high school students interested in riding on a Spirit Bus to the Varsity Men's Soccer MAC championship game Thursday afternoon must sign up in the high school office Wednesday morning. The bus will leave campus Thursday at 5:00pm and the game will start at 7:00pm. Students will need to bring $1 cash for admission to the game and additional money for concessions. We must have at least 15 students signed up in order to provide Spirit Bus transportation to the game. The deadline to sign up is the end of 2nd lunch on Wednesday. You must be completely committed to riding the bus to the game in order to sign up. Any students who ride the bus to the game must be signed out by a parent with Coach Rhodes before leaving Gaston Christian School or must be picked up at HGCS immediately upon the return of the bus to campus.


MAC Tournaments
. Varsity Women's Tennis will play in the MAC Tournament on Wednesday at Gaston Christian School. The tournament will be an all day event beginning at 8:00am, and the team will leave campus at 7:00am.



Fall Senior Night
This Friday, October 14 is Senior Night for fall sports! The HGCS Athletic Department and AAA Booster Club will recognize senior athletes for all fall teams during halftime of the Varsity Football game, which starts at 7:00pm. Senior athletes and senior parents will receive additional information regarding Senior Night instructions in the coming weeks.

Pink Night at Varsity Football
Varsity Football plays Christ School at home this Friday, October 14 at 7:00pm! The theme for the game is Pink Night in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Students who wear pink to the game will be admitted for just $1!

Winter Sports Sign-Ups
Sign-ups for winter sports tryouts will begin on Monday, October 10 and run through Thursday, October 13. Students can sign up in the HS/MS Office, in the Athletic Office, or online: Winter Sports Sign-Ups. Tryouts will be held the week of October 31. All students must turn in all athletic forms (Athletic Physical Form, Athletic Participation Agreement, Athletic Medical Forms Packet) to the coach or athletic trainer on the first day of tryouts.

Winter Sports Informational Meeting
An informational meeting for all students and parents interested in winter sports (basketball, cheerleading, swimming) at Hickory Grove Christian School will be held on Monday, October 17 at 6:30pm in Room 3012 (Education Center Basement). The meeting will cover tryouts, required paperwork, policies, expectations, and specific team information.

Winter Sports Tryouts
All students must turn in ALL athletic forms to the coach or athletic trainer on the first day of tryouts. Students who do not turn in all athletic forms will not be allowed to participate in tryouts. Athletic forms include the Athletic Physical Form, Athletic Participation Agreement, and Athletic Medical Forms Packet.
  • VARSITY MEN'S BASKETBALL - October 31 & November 1, 2:45-5:30pm, Gym B (joint tryouts with JV Boys' Basketball)
  • VARSITY WOMEN'S BASKETBALL - October 31 & November 1, 4:15-6:00pm, Gym A
  • JV BOYS' BASKETBALL - October 31 & November 1, 2:45-5:30pm, Gym B (joint tryouts with Varsity Men's Basketball)
  • MS BOYS' BASKETBALL - October 31, November 1, & November 3, 2:45-4:15pm, Gym C
  • MS GIRLS' BASKETBALL - October 31 & November 1, 2:45-4:15pm, Gym A
  • SWIMMING - November 1 (HS only), November 3 (HS & MS), & November 4 (HS & MS), 3:00-4:30pm at Simmons YMCA - bus transportation will be provided and will leave campus at 2:45pm. Each swimmer must attend 2 days of tryouts. Sign up for your tryout days with Coach McFarland. MS swimmers may only attend Thursday and Friday tryouts.
  • VARSITY CHEERLEADING - No winter tryouts - roster is full.
  • MS CHEERLEADING - November 1, 3:00-5:30pm, FLC Room 4106 (aerobics room)

Fall Varsity Sports Banquet
The end-of-season awards banquet for fall varsity athletes will be held on Monday, November 7 at 6:30pm in Gyms A/B. We will recognize each varsity team and announce team award recipients. Dinner will be served at the banquet. All fall varsity athletes and their parents are invited to attend.








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PLEASE MAKE NOTE
High School Office Hours:  7:00 AM. – 3:30 PM 704-531-4077, or by email at michelewilson@hgchristian.org.  
Athletic Office Hours:  7:30 AM. -- 3:30 PM  704-531-4038, or by email at carrieleighsutton@hgchristian.org.

Social Media
Instagram:      @HGCSCHOOL
Twitter:           @HGCSchool
Website:        www.hgchristian.org
 "To know Christ and to make Him known through Christian education"



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