Message from Principal Monica Jacobson

J.H. Rose Academic Boosters F e b r u a r y 2 0 1 7

A c a d e m i c B o o s t e r s B o a r d o f D i r e c t o r s

2 0 1 6 - 2 0 1 7

Blair Van Coutren, President

Karen Pumphrey, Vice President

Marilyn Gibson, Treasurer

Martha Williams, Secretary

Kim Kuhn, Past President

Representatives:

12th Grade Mary Alligood

Melissa Anderson Kim Kuhn

Martha Williams

11th Grade Missi Foster

Jill McGlohon Lydia O’Rear

Kellie Williams

10th Grade Missy Eason

Meredith Ozimek Karen Pumphrey

Margo Tulloss

9th Grade Catherine Cox Susan Schmidt Gretta Smith Jennifer Voos

At Large

Melinda Fagundus Carrie Stockwell Kimberly Taylor

Blair Van Coutren

Emeritus Ange Young

Rampant Family, February 14th marked more than Valentine’s Day for many schools, including those in Pitt County, as it was the 100th Day of School. In elementary schools one could find a variety activities celebrating the day. With the spring semester being in full swing at the high school level commemoration of the 100th Day of School is not seldom recognized. However, there is plenty of activity to go around during this time of year, especially at Rose High. And, that includes Valentine’s Day not going by without the J.H. Rose Chorus conducting their annual event. The chorus delivered entertainment and joy to students and staff alike with their Singing Telegrams. A week prior, J.H. Rose hosted the Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Institute for the third year in a row. Our Culinary Arts program served a gourmet meal while Link Crew members provided informative tours. The organizer shared the following: “Thank you for an excellent day today! From lunch to the information and tours, you all did an outstanding job, as always. As we were riding on the bus, many participants were talking about how much they didn’t know about J.H. Rose and how impressed they are with all you offer in and out of the classroom.” Later that week, faculty members were able to share our course offerings with rising 9th graders and current students at the J.H. Rose Curriculum Fair. Our students have been active in competition as well with the Rose Book Wars team placing 2nd in the county competition. The Mock Trial Green Team will advance to the state competition after their recent regional win. The school also received recognition from The Printing Industry of the Carolinas, Inc. (PICA) for student’s graphic design work. The piece was awarded Best of High School Division. I close with a special congratulations to Ms. Adina Midgette for her recog-

nition as Pitt County School’s Cafeteria Manager of the Year.

For your reflection:

“

Goals are the links in the chain that connect activity to accomplish-

ment.”

—Zig Ziglar

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JH Rose Academic Boosters

ACT Testing

Test Date Resgistration Late Registr.

Deadline Deadline

Feb. 11 Jan. 13 Jan. 20

Apr. 8 Mar. 3 Mar. 17

June 10 May 5 May 19

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SAT Testing

Test Date Registration Late Registr.

Deadline Deadline

Mar. 11 Feb. 10 Feb. 28

May 6 Apr. 7 Apr. 25

June 3 May 9 May 24

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Academic Boosters Fund Spring Semester Grants

Academic Boosters February 2017

...enhancing teaching and learning

Ninth and 10th grade English teachers received an Academic Boosters grant in the Fall for Vocabulary Power Plus for the ACT workbooks. Other high schools in the district had implemented these workbooks into their lessons and seen great success in student assessments.

Mrs. Medlin, 10th grade English teacher, reports that “these workbooks are valuable resources for our students (not just those college bound or planning to take the ACT). Our students see and use the words in context, enhance critical reading skills with inferences, and use the words in various writing practices. These lessons are also cross-curricular because passages involve topics from science, social studies, literature, and humanities.”

The use of these workbooks does more than get students ready for college, they help students improve vocabulary skills for all types of testing, like benchmark tests and End of Course tests, as well as the ACT and SAT. The workbooks also help to lay a foundation for students in English I and II classes so that they will be better prepared for upper level English classes. The English department is highly appreciative of this grant money and all that it provides for

our students. Thank you, Academic Boosters members, for your contributions that make this

valuable resource possible for ALL 9th and 10th grade students at J. H. Rose!

Grant Feature

English students using Vocabulary Power Plus for the ACT workbooks.

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Rose Student Services:

Website & Useful Links & Seniors Info Click “website” to visit Click “useful links” to visit Click “Seniors Info” to visit

Check these links often!

Summer enrichment information link is being added

to the Student Services website!

Scholarship bulletin is regularly updated!

Remind your senior to frequently check school e-mail!

Exciting New Opportunity: AP Capstone

February Spirit Award Congratulation to Terry Claiborne the JHR Rampant Spirit Award winner of the month! Ms. Claiborne gets this award for her outstanding service as JH Rose’s bookkeeper for 19 years. Ms. Claiborne expertly manages the finances at JH Rose with integrity and in the best interest of the school. Ms. Claiborne counts it a joy to work with the students, staff, and parents through the years; having made so many lasting friendships. Ms. Claiborne believes that, "All of us at this GREAT SCHOOL are devoted to being the very best! Faculty, Staff, Students, Teachers, Parents-ALL!"

Ms. Claiborne shared that, "The Academic Boosters and the Advisory Council work hard & tireless. They give so much. They are devoted to making a difference in the lives of our students and teachers. The Boosters and Council Members appreciate excellent work and reward the students and teachers throughout each school year. I am happy & humbled to be in this role to serve members of both groups in any way possible." Ms. Claiborne believes that careful planning and budgeting of finances are skills that every person should master to be successful.

Mrs. Jacobson, Mr. Flinchbaugh, and Mrs. Hutchinson worked together have applied to be an AP Capstone school, and

were recently approved. JH Rose is the first school in the East to get this designation! We are so proud of your efforts!

"AP Capstone™ is a College Board program that equips students with the independent research, collaborative teamwork,

and communication skills that are increasingly valued by colleges. It cultivates curious, independent, and collaborative

scholars and prepares them to make logical, evidence-based decisions."

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Sophomores are the first group who can become a part of the AP Capstone program by signing up for AP Seminar next

year. If they successfully take AP Seminar as a junior and AP Research as a senior, as well as any other four AP classes

at any point in high school, they will get an AP Capstone diploma.

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Band

Upcoming Concerts:

March 7th ~ Wind Ensemble & Concert Band

May 13th ~ Jazz Band

May 16th ~ Wind Ensemble & Concert Band

Wizard of Oz Thur. April 6 @ 7:00 pm

Fri. April 7 @ 7:00 pm

Sat. April 8 @ 2:00 pm

Mon. April 10 @ 7:00 pm

Tue. April 11 @ 7:00 pm

Admission: $5 students

$10 adults

Rose Theater

OrchestraOrchestraOrchestra Several Rose orchestra students Several Rose orchestra students Several Rose orchestra students

recently participated in the Senior Eastern recently participated in the Senior Eastern recently participated in the Senior Eastern

Regional Honors Orchestra at NCSSM in Durham.Regional Honors Orchestra at NCSSM in Durham.Regional Honors Orchestra at NCSSM in Durham.

April 6: April 6: April 6: AllAllAll---County Orchestra County Orchestra County Orchestra

clinic & Concert (at South Central)clinic & Concert (at South Central)clinic & Concert (at South Central)

May 17:May 17:May 17: Dress rehearsal for spring concertDress rehearsal for spring concertDress rehearsal for spring concert

May 18:May 18:May 18: FINAL CONCERT, PAC @7pmFINAL CONCERT, PAC @7pmFINAL CONCERT, PAC @7pm

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...many THANKS to our corporate sponsors!

Chorus News: March 3rd: Chorus will be participating in the

Large Choral MPA Festival at

Havelock High School.

March 25th: 5 students will represent Rose at the East 2District Solo

Festival at Beddingfield High School.

May 5-6th: Selected Chorus students will participate in NC All State

in Raleigh.

Upcoming Concerts:

March 25: “Music in March” in Harris Lecture Hall .

Tickets are $5 at the door

May 23: Spring Performance, 7:00 pm in the PAC (free)

Other Events:

Spring Talent Show (Leach/Nojima)

April 27 @ 7:00pm (PAC)

NCJR-E Jazz Festival (MPA) May 12th – ALL DAY

JHR Dance Recital May 21 @ 3:00pm

Tri-M Spring Chamber Music Recital June 1 @ 7:00 pm (PAC)

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February 20-24: Buy your Sadie’s tickets at Rampant Stop during SmartBlock. $7 for single ticket, $10 for couple and $15 for non-Rose guest. February 20-24: Last week for Pennies for Patients Fundraiser to support leukemia pa-tients. Collection jars during 4th period. The 4th period class that collects the most change will be rewarded with a catered lunch! February 25: Sadie Hawkins Dance

Dance starts at 8:00pm and doors will

close at 8:30pm

April 1: PROM

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PRESIDENT VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD

The President's Volunteer Service Award is a way of recognizing student volunteerism on a national level. It is an award that celebrates the spirit of the community and the dedication of those members who offer their time and service to others. What: It is a national award recognizing outstanding commitment to volunteerism in the community. How: Students keep track of their volunteer hours during the calendar year and complete the form found on the JHR PVSA website. They have their qualifying supervisor sign off on their volunteer hours on the forms after filling out the form. Students submit all completed forms by February 28th. Dates: JHR uses the calendar year for PVSA appli-cants, Jan 1-Dec 31. All volunteer hours accumulated during that time frame is then submitted and verified. Forms are due by Feb 28th, however exceptions can be made. The paperwork is sent off in March to ensure students have the opportunity to receive their awards and recognition during awards day. Forms: Here is the JHR website for PVSA, where the forms can be found: https://sites.google.com/a/pitt.k12.nc.us/jhrpvsa/home

Why: Many students are already volunteering in the community. This award recognizes their commitment to volunteerism and the work they have put in bettering their community. Aside from strengthening the bonds of the community and helping those in need, many colleges and jobs look for students that are well-rounded and committed to serving others through volunteering or non-profit work. It is a benefit to both the community and to the student.

Whom: Submit forms to Stephanie Noles, noless@pitt.k12.nc.us or in person, room 314. JHR is one of very few certifying organizations in Pitt County. There have recently been other chapters express interest, but aside from Pitt Community Partners and St. Peter’s, JHR has been a leader in this area, recognizing 5-10 students each year with the PVSA.

Special Thanks to our Corporate Sponsors!

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Rose Advisory Council

Need

Rampant Wear?

Will be sold:

February 23rd

March 9th

March 23rd

gym hallway near cafeteria

during SmartBlock

Click here for Rampant Wear catalogue

Renee Carter 252-347-2602 Brad Carter 252-814-6602

Email:brad@thecarterdifference.com

Proud corporate sponsors of

academic excellence

The J.H. Rose Advisory Council is seeking parents to serve on the council. The Advisory Council is composed of the Principal, Monica Jacobson, nine at-large members, the presidents of each of the parent booster organizations and a representative from SGA. The Advisory Council meets the second Monday night of every month during the academic year and is responsible for selling Rampant wear throughout the year during the school day and at other various school events. The purpose of the Advisory Council is to: Advise the principal on all aspects of student life, including the impact of policies and administrative decisions on students and their families. Facilitate Communication among parents, the community and school leadership. Coordinate the efforts of the booster/parent organizations, SGA and student clubs. Encourage parents and students to participate in school organizations. Promote school spirit and academic excellence. Please submit a letter of interest to jhradvisory@gmail.com by Friday, March 10, 2017. Your formal letter of interest should include the following criteria: 1. Your child's name and year at present and any other upcoming students. 2. Work experience and any PTA's or school groups that you are involved in. 3. Reasons why you may wish to be part of the council. Please contact Barbara Dominick for more information. bdominick1@yahoo.com or 404-889-0207.

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February 2017

National History Day

March 23rd Mendenhall—ECU

2017 Theme:

“Taking a Stand in History”

National History Day website:

www.nhd.org

JH Rose Mock Trial

Team won Reginal

Competition and now

advance to STATE

Competition!

The JH Rose Green Team won the regional competition in Greenville on Feb. 4th and advances as one of 8 total teams from across North Carolina who will compete. State NCAJ High School Mock Trial Competition will take place on Saturday, March 11, 2017 at Campbell Law School in Raleigh. In 2016, the Green Team placed 3rd in the state competition and the Blue Team placed 7th. We wish the Green Team the best ~ Go Rampants!

Student Success REWARDStudent Success REWARD The next Academic Break-fast date is Thursday, March 16th in the JH Rose Cafeteria. Students who make A’s and B’s will re-ceive an invitation to attend. Parent volunteers are need-ed to help set-up and to serve the breakfast. If you are interested in volunteer-ing, please click this link to sign up: http://signup.com/go/rUsBzh

NHD

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AP Calendar

Link

While you’re marking your 2nd

semester calendar...

No School: Mon. Feb. 27

Fri. Apr.14 thru Fri. Apr. 21

Mon. May 29

Prom: April 1

Awards Day: May 26th @ 10:00am

Last day of school: Fri. June 9 (half day)

GRADUATION: Saturday, June 10 6:00pm

AP EXAMS:

May 1-5 and May 8-12

Pitt County Schools

Calendar:

CLICK HERE

FEBRUARY 2017

Feb 20-24 Smartblock Sadies Ticket Sales Rampant Stop

Feb 20-24 Pennies for Patients Fundraiser 4th period classes

Thurs. Feb 23 Smartblock Rampant Wear Sold

Sat. Feb 25 8:00 PM Sadies Hawkins Dance Commons

Mon. Feb 27 Teacher Workday

Tues. Feb 28 ACT (JUNIORS ONLY)

MARCH 2017

Tues. Mar 7 7:00 pm Wind Ensemble & Concert Band Performance

Thurs. Mar 9 Smartblock Rampant Wear Sold

Sat. Mar 11 State Mock Trial Competition Raleigh, NC

Thurs. Mar 16 Academic Breakfast cafeteria

Thurs. Mar 23 National History Day Mendenhall ECU

Thurs. Mar 23 Smartblock Rampant Wear Sold

Sat. Mar 25 “Music in March” Harris Lecture Hall

Sat. Mar 25 Spruce-Up/Clean-Up JH Rose exterior

JH Rose By the Day

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Calling Landscapers!

Academic Boosters would like

your expert advise as how to pro-

ceed with beautification of JH

Rose property. We are currently

seeking consultation from profes-

sionals in the landscaping indus-

try. Please contact Meredith

Ozimek at (252) 902-7352 for fur-

ther details.

Spruce-Up/Clean-Up

March 25th

9:00 AM

PAC entrance

Bring your rakes, shov-

els, work gloves and

clippers to help

Beautify the outdoor

campus of JH Rose

High School. Contact

Martha Williams for

further details.

(252) 714-2515

And again we say

USEFUL LINKS

J.H. Rose High School

JHR Academic Boosters

JHR Band Boosters

Health Sciences Academy (HSA)

Pitt County Schools

Public Schools of North Carolina

Homework Help

Hippocampus

Khan Academy

College Testing and Prep

SAT - College Board

ACT

SAT/ACT/GRE Prep

Free vocab practice

College Reviews College Planning and Financing

Petersons CFNC http://www.cfnc.org/paying/schol/info_schol.jsp

UNIGO Sallie Mae http://go.salliemae.com/scholarship/

Every Rose student has a

CFNC.org account. If

students have forgotten their

username or password, they

can see their counselor for

assistance.

AP

Click here to search for AP

credit policies at various

universities.

AP Calendar Link

Rose Student Services:

Website

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