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College Visits 
Next Week

TUESDAY
Baylor University at  8:00
Appalachian State University  at 9:00
University of Richmond  at 11:30
 
WEDNESDAY
Florida Southern College at  8:00
College of William and Mary  at8:30
Saint Mary's College at  9:00
University of Chicago at  9:30
Western Kentucky University at  10:30
University of Colorado at Boulder  at 11:00
 
THURSDAY
ECU for IB and AP STUDENTS at 8:30
Duke University   at 1:00
Emory University  at 1:30
 
FRIDAY
University of Vermont  at 8:00
Boston University at  9:00
Texas Christian University at  11:00
University of Tulsa  at 1:00

Interested juniors and seniors can sign up on 
Naviance.
  CACRO 
College Fair 

The Carolina Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (CACRO) College Fair  will be held on Thursday, Oct. 6 - 8:30 am - 1:00pm at the Charlotte Convention Center.  

Juniors and Seniors who are interested in attending the fair need to see Mrs. Kindell TODAY Sept. 30.

There are only 35 slots available.  First come, first served. 

We Need Paper Towels!

Please drop paper towels off in the bin at the front office. Your donation would be greatly appreciated!
Campus Beautification

Please join the Campus Beautification committee on  October 15 
from 8:30 to11:30 am
 for our fall cleanup. We will meet in front of the Administration Building and then begin weeding, trimming, and planting. Given the size of our campus, we need parents and students. (Service hours will be awarded.)

Please bring work gloves and a bottle of water.
If you would like to donate topsoil, manure, pansies or monkey grass, please contact Sara Holderness.
MPHS
 Band Website

Click here to check out the new and improved MPHS band website, where you can keep up with our 
Marching Mustangs.
Myers Park Needs Votes

Myers Park DECA is pursuing a quest to educate students on financial wellness.  They are hosting a workshop for students led by SECU, a JA Symposium, implementing a "Money Week" competition, and even traveling to Cotswold Elementary to educate younger students.

In order to win the grant we need as many votes as possible.  Myers Park supporters may vote once every 12 hours.  Please vote today and over-and-over by  clicking here.
Mustang Season Passes
It's not too late to buy your 2016-17 MPHS season pass.  Season passes will admit holders to all MP athletic HOME Regular Season events. Individual and  family memberships are available.

Click here to purchase your passes.  If you have already purchased passes, they are available for pick-up from Debbie Grier in the front office during the school day.  If you have any questions, contact  Amy Godwin

Thank you for your support of Myers Park Athletics and 
GO  MUSTANGS!!
Time to 

Please make sure that 
your loyalty cards are linked to support our numerous MPHS organizations!

Click the horseshoe for more
 information and a list of school code numbers.
   
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Upcoming Events
(additions in bold)

October 3 Holiday no school
October 4 Field Hockey Senior night JV 4:30 Varsity 5:45
October 4 Gray's Gang Spirit Night 4:30-7:30 Chick-fil-A Woodlawn
October 4, 5&7 Career Exploration Training
October 10 NHS Workshop S-4 after school
October 10 Study Abroad Session South Meck 6pm
October 13 Underclassmen Picture Makeup day
October 13 ACT vs SAT Webinar 7pm
October 15 Campus Beautification
Career Exploration 
Training and Survey

Do you want to learn more about Naviance?  During homeroom on October 19, all 9th grade students will be using Naviance to complete a career interest survey and explore career opportunities that match their interests, hobbies, and talents.  Parent volunteers are needed to  facilitate this computer-based activity. There are 30 freshmen homerooms and we need a volunteer for each one.

There will be training sessions offered next week to learn how to get into the survey on Naviance. Click here to sign up.

This is a great opportunity to get into classrooms and working with the teachers and freshmen.  Please sign up for ONE TRAINING DATE and OCT 19th.  Contact Ashley Hewitt with questions.
Study Abroad
 
CMS is offering two Study Abroad Information Sessions this year. The first session will take place Monday October 10 from 6-8pm at South Mecklenburg high school in the media center. The second session will be held later this year at North Mecklenburg high school and details are forthcoming.

Persons planning to attend the event should sign up by completing the Study Abroad Session form no later than October 3rd.

Click here  for additional details.
Gray's Gang Spirit Night

MPIB Council is hosting Gray's Gang Spirit Night on Tuesday, October 4 from 4:30pm until 7:30pm at Chick-fil-A on East Woodlawn Road, across from the Park Road Shopping Center.  The night benefits SMA research for a treatment and cure for Spinal Muscular Atrophy.  This year our theme is Mustang Pride!  We are excited to cheer on the Mustang Football team in their undefeated season so far.  Please join us for lots of school spirit, music, contests and a bake sale.  We will also be selling Myers Park t-shirts. This is a great time to stock up on chick-fil-A gift certificates (great for birthdays, teacher and thank you gifts).

In a hurry?  The drive-thru still counts! See you there. 

Questions?  Please contact Abbie Dougherty
National Honor Society Applications  

Are you a junior or senior with at least a 3.25 unweighted GPA? Do you value academics, service, leadership, and character? Consider joining the MPHS chapter of the National Honor Society!

Applications for our Fall 2016 induction are available as a Google form on our website under the Prospective Members Tab. 

There will be an optional (but highly recommended) workshop on Monday, October 10 after school in Mrs. Martin's room (S-4).  Applications will be due Monday, October 17 by 2:15 pm.
ACT vs SAT Webinar

The Princeton Review's next student/parent webinar  ACT vs SAT: Which test should you take? is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 13 at 7:00PM. This event is free for everyone!!! To register go to the college planning page

This MPHS Student Services webpage is full of valuable college planning resources. Check it out often!
Yearbook Pictures Update

Seniors should have received an email from Prestige portraits saying they need to select their favorite portrait to be put in the yearbook, however it did not give a date as to when these pictures need to be selected by.  The date, which was confirmed by Lifetouch is   Oct. 20 .  If seniors have any questions regarding access codes or how to view their portraits, please call (704)628-4600

Underclassmen pictures taken the week of Sept. 13th will be distributed at school to your student when they come in.  Underclassmen make-up picture date for Yearbook is Oct 13.
MPHS Parent Handbook 
and Student Directories

MPHS Parent Handbook & Student Directories are now available for pick-up.

This resource has lots of information including school mission & vision, honor code, dress code, bell schedule and staff contacts.  It also contains a directory of students.  Copies are available now (one FREE per family) in the Front Office and at Student Services.  We will also have copies available at select upcoming school events.

Remember to pick up your copy the next time you are at the school.
PreACT/PSAT Announcement

PreACT School Plan for Tues. Oct. 11
9th Grade:  Will be creating a practice account and taking a Practice SAT which will provide access to study tools for future exams.
10th Grade:  will be participating in a Mandatory PreACT during Homeroom at 7:15am. Missing this NC state administered test may result in 10th graders being pulled from class later in the month for retesting.
11th Grade:  Creating Naviance accounts to use for future college and career exploration.
12th Grade:  Will be given time to complete college essays for applications.
All Grades:  will report to  3rd block at 10:57am
 
PSAT/ NMSQT School Plan for Wed. Oct. 19
9th Grade:  Will be conducting career exploration.
10th Grade:  Students will be participating in the PSAT.  There are no makeup dates for the PSAT.
11th Grade:  Students will be participating in the PSAT/ NMSQT for scholarship eligibility.  There are no makeup dates for the PSAT/ NMSQT.
All Grades:  will report to  1st block at 12:45pm

MPHS Women's Basketball Fundraiser
 UNC Tar Heel Basketball Legend Lennie Rosenbluth to be honored
 
On  Oct. 12 , from 6-9pm we will celebrate Tar Heel basketball and honor Lennie, now 83, with a great Tar Heel party at Sugar Creek Brewing Company. Lennie will tell fascinating anecdotes about the team and coach that started it all! Food catered by Leroy Fox. UNC notables will be in attendance. Don't miss this once in the lifetime opportunity to meet and greet a true Tar Heel legend!

  Click here  for more information.  Tickets (limited quantity) are $65 each and are available by 
You Grin, You're In
Golf with Myers Park DECA

Myers Park DECA is partnering with Ace and TJ's Grin Kids to host the"Grin to Green" Golf Tournament on  October 18th at Raintree Golf Club. All profits benefit the local charity, created in 2000 by 96.1 morning show hosts Ace and TJ. Grin Kids strives to provide terminally ill and chronically disabled children a once in a lifetime vacation to Walt Disney World.  During their 16 years, over 400 kids and their families have been taken by Grin Kids on this 5 day trip. This trip is dedicated to making the lives of these children and their families more fun and exciting while bringing them together to make memories that will last forever. MP DECA shows a passion for this cause and supports Grin Kids because we want to make a difference in the children's lives and help give them a memorable trip to Disney World. You can help this magical vacation happen by supporting the Grin to Green Golf Tournament! DECA is asking you to share this information with family or friends, register to play or sponsor a hole!

For more information visit
mpcharitygolf.weebly.com or contact 
Be Herd!    
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