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In This Update
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PRINCIPAL
ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS
9th GRADE
10th GRADE
11th GRADE
12th GRADE
ADMIN ASSISTANTS
504/RTI COORDINATOR
GUIDANCE DIRECTOR
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
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PTSA Co-Presidents
[email protected]
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03.13
- Teacher Workday*
03.16-18 - Musical 7:00PM
03.17 - PTSA Meeting 9:00AM
03.23-25 - Musical 7:00PM
04.03-04.07
- Spring Break*
04.15 - Prom 7-11PM
04.27-29 - Cirque Show
05.04-06 - Cirque Show
05.25 - Last Day of School
05.25 - Graduation 8PM
* = No school for sudents
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MILTON'S PARTNERS
IN EDUCATION
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SCHOOL BOARD APPRECIATION WEEK
SCHOOL BOARD APPRECIATION WEEK - MARCH 13-17
Milton High School would like to say "THANK YOU" to all Fulton County School Board Members for the countless hours spent reviewing policies and making decisions that positively impact student learning and school environments. More specifically, we would like to recognize Mrs. Katie Reeves and Mrs. Katha Stuart for their dedication and hard work for the students of Milton High School.
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ALPHARETTA ELEMENTARY 60th BIRTHDAY
The Alpharetta Elementary School PTO, faculty, and staff
cordially invite you to a community-wide celebration honoring
Alpharetta Elementary school's 60th birthday!
WHEN: Saturday, March 25, 2017
4:00-7:00PM
(ceremony/cake cutting at 5PM)
WHERE:
Alpharetta Elementary School front lawn
Complimentary inflatables, music, birthday cake, drinks, and school tours
Additional food, for purchase, provided by Smokejack and Kona Ice with proceeds benefiting the AES 60th birthday fund for school improvements.
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MICROSOFT SURFACE UPDATE
In an effort to prepare for the spring testing season, we are asking that students update their school issued Surface tablets with needed software/security applications.
Below are some simple instructions on how to accomplish this:
- Please restart the tablet while on a Wi-Fi network (Click the Windows icon, Click the "Power/Battery" icon, and tap "Restart")
- After restarting and logging back in with the students' Fulton County credentials, please click to start any needed updates.
(Click the Windows icon, click the "Settings" option, click "Updates and Security" and click "Check for Updates" and/or "Start Downloads" of any needed/available updates)
 DRC Insight is the testing app that is used to administer the End Of Course Assessments in a secure online environment. We will be administering EOC tests to students this spring via the Microsoft Surface, so it is vital that students have this app installed using the directions above. If you need any assistance with this process, please see Mr. Tran or the Tech Eagle helpers at the Media Hub help desk, or Coach Bacile in office suite 1380.
STUDENTS - PLEASE CHECK YOUR FULTON SCHOOLS EMAIL ACCOUNT FOR REMINDERS.
(Students must access their FCS email account through Microsoft Outlook on their issued tablet.)
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SPRING THEATRE PRODUCTION
Milton Theatre invites you to attend the hilarious show 9 to 5, where three female coworkers plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. The women give their workplace a dream makeover, taking control of the company that had always kept them down. Shows run March 16-18 & 23-25 at 7:00PM. Tickets are on sale now www.miltontheatrecompany.com ($15/$20) and will be sold at the door.
Tickets will be sold in the cafeteria during all lunches on Wednesday, March 15. These tickets will come with a coupon for one free popcorn at the show. Payments must be made by cash or check made out to Milton High School.
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SGC ELECTIONS: MARCH 22-28
It is SGC elections season. Elections will take place March 22nd-28th for parent/guardian representatives and teacher representatives. Each candidate has prepared a statement introducing him/herself and explaining why s/he wants to serve on the Council. As you prepare to cast your vote, please visit our school website at www.miltonhighschool.com to learn more about the candidates so that you can make an informed decision about your Council representatives. Copies of all candidate statements are also available below. Hard copies of the candidate statements are available in the main office for your viewing as well.
CANDIDATE STATEMENTS
PARENT/GUARDIAN
TEACHER
Renee Denney
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PTSA GENERAL MEETING
Please join us for our next general PTSA meeting. This Friday, March 17 at 9:00AM in the Media Hub. We are super excited to wrap up the year and make plans for 2017-18. Milton High School needs your service and support and there is not a better gift you could give your child and community than to be a part! THANK YOU for making this the best year EVER!
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FROM THE SUMMIT
6 Signs that a Student is struggling with a Mental Illness
Anxiety and depressive disorders are the most diagnosed mental illness currently affecting people across the country, especially teenagers. Mental illness affects teenagers in many ways including their relationships, mood, energy levels, and academic performance. Every day, thousands of schools provide education for students, and every day millions of students with mental illness slip through the cracks and go unnoticed. With the suicide rates among teenagers gradually increasing, it's now more important than ever for parents, teachers, and administration to be familiar with the signs of mental illness.
- Truancy: the student is late or absent frequently Some students don't come to class or repeatedly show up late. Parents and faculty may think the student is a troublemaker or lazy, but in reality, he or she may be depressed. Depression can cause teenagers to feel tired and have a lack of energy. Many adults who have depression find it difficult to get up in the morning and go to work; likewise, students may find it difficult to get out of bed and get to class. A student with anxiety may also find it difficult to be in large crowds which makes attending school hard. Anxiety may also cause physical symptoms such as headaches and stomach aches leading to increased school absences.
- Not turning in homework: Students often have hours of homework every night; a difficult task for even the most dedicated student. A student with anxiety may over think the assignments or have elevated stress that causes him or her to give up on completing tasks. Some anxiety is effective - it's motivates people to get things done. However, when anxiety is very high it becomes unhealthy causing the person to feel on edge and over stimulated. This can lead to low levels of concentration or cause the student to feel more easily overwhelmed. Students with depression may also have difficulty paying attention in class and may be more reluctant to ask for help. This may cause them to not understand material and feel helpless when it's time to complete homework.
- Spending a lot of time alone: Not everyone likes to spend time with friends at school, but if you notice that a student spends most of his or her time alone - he or she might be struggling. This could mean the student has difficulty connecting with peers or maintaining friendships. Depression can also cause feelings of worthlessness and perceived burdensomeness resulting in teens avoiding friends and social events. If you notice that a student eats alone every day or avoids groups at school, it's time to check in with them.
- Poor grades: Students often have poor grades for various reasons, but if a student is struggling with a mental illness their grades might be affected. Students who do not make it to class, have trouble focusing in class, and have difficulty completing assignments will reflect this in their grades. But - don't be fooled - students with high grades may also be having trouble. These students may appear perfectionistic or set high expectations resulting in guilt and sadness when they fail to reach their goals. Another thing to note, is that a student with high test anxiety may also do poorly on tests resulting in low grades. Sometimes these students are very focused on the other people around them, noises, or fear of not completing the test in time - sometimes testing alone or increased test taking time can help with this.
- Facial expressions and body language: Our faces and bodies can give off signals about how we feel when we can't find the words. A student who has no facial expressions, frowns, makes little eye contact, and has closed off body language may be struggling. Even though facial expressions and body language can be a telling sign, it is not always accurate; students struggling with depression and anxiety often smile and laugh too. It's good to check in with people from time to time just to ask how they're doing.
- Substance use: Teens in high school are entering the age where they might start experimenting with drugs and alcohol. Sometimes it's nothing to worry about and other times it's more serious. Teens who are struggling with a mental illness may use drugs or alcohol to self-medicate. While the teen may feel better in the moment, research shows that alcohol increases depression and drugs such as marijuana can increase anxiety. If a student is using drugs it can be a sign that they need help.
These are just a few signs that indicate a student may be struggling with a mental illness, and it is not a comprehensive list. Mental illness symptoms manifest differently in every person. If your teenager needs someone to talk to please call the Summit Counseling Center to make an appointment with the licensed School-based Therapist located in Milton high school at 678-893-5300! Article by: Julia Harris, MS, LAPC, NCC
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VOTER REGISTRATION
VOTER REGISTRATION: A special election will be held on April 18, 2017 to fill the 6th Congressional District seat that was recently vacated by Tom Price after he was appointed as Secretary of Health and Human Services. The deadline for registering for the special election is Monday, March 20. U.S. citizens who are at least 17 1/2 years old and not serving a sentence for a felony may register to vote online at
https://registertovote.sos.ga.gov or by using the mobile App Ga SOS.
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ATTENTION SENIORS!
Grad Lawn Signs for 2017 Graduating Seniors
Personalized Grad Lawn signs will be available for purchase for $25/$35 on March 1. Deadline for ordering is May 5th. Click on the seniors page (under students) on the school website at
www.miltonhighschool.com to see a flyer with pictures and ordering information. This is a senior class fundraiser to help pay for the Class of 2017 Legacy Gift to the school.
GRADUATION PACKAGE
The deadline for 2017 graduates to order caps and gowns before a $25 price increase is
March 14
. A graduation package (required for participation in the graduation ceremony)
consists of a navy gown with embroidered Milton "M," cap, 2017 tassel, and diploma cover. The cap, gown, and tassel will be delivered to students in one package prior to the ceremony. Diploma covers are distributed during the ceremony. For those students who already have the required cap and gown, a package consisting of just the diploma cover and 2017 tassel can be ordered. Graduates who have not ordered and paid for a diploma cover (either as part of the graduation package or separately) prior to the ceremony will have their diplomas held. All orders should be placed online at
www.gabalfour.com
by March 14.
GRADUATION
The 2017 MHS graduation ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 25 at 8:00PM in the Milton stadium. Tickets are not required. Graduates are allowed an unlimited number of guests. However, seating is on a first come, first served basis. The rain date will be Friday, May 26 at 10:00AM.
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CLASS OF 2017 RED ENVELOPES
ATTENTION SENIOR PARENTS
Following our wonderful Milton Tradition, we are once again giving relatives, friends, and teachers of our 2017 graduates an extra opportunity to honor our students.
Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, teachers, neighbors, clergy, and friends may send your Senior student a special letter of congratulations on his or her upcoming graduation in May 2017. We will carefully keep these cards and letters for each student and distribute them after the Senior Breakfast. Every Senior will receive a large
RED ENVELOPE containing these messages and well wishes. The letters and cards will be kept confidential and are given to the students at the senior breakfast.
You can drop off your cards and letters at the front office in the red box labeled "RED ENVELOPES" or you can mail them to the school using the following address:
STUDENT'S FULL NAME
c/o Milton High School PTSA - Camille Williams/RED ENVELOPES
13025 Birmingham Highway
Milton, GA 30004
ALL CARDS AND LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL OR DROPPED OFF MUST BE MARKED "RED ENVELOPE" ON THE OUTSIDE TO ENSURE DELIVERY!
INSTRUCTIONS FOR RED ENVELOPE CARDS AND LETTERS: Please keep in mind that letters will be collected for over 500 students. It is
IMPERATIVE that you follow these guidelines:
- SEND ONLY CARDS OR LETTERS 8 ½" x 11 OR SMALLER.
- DO NOT SEND PACKAGES OF ANY KIND!
- DO NOT SEND ANYTHING OF VALUE (i.e.: cash, checks, gift cards) we can't be responsible for it
- If sending several envelopes inside a larger one, PUT THE STUDENT'S FULL NAME ON ALL ENVELOPES
- Keep letters and cards FLAT. You will be asked to come to school to pick up and items which do not meet the above criteria.
ALL cards and letters
MUST BE DELIVERED TO SCHOOL BY MAY 7, 2017. We encourage you to send your letters as early as possible.
Let's show the Class of 2017 that they are indeed special to us and that we acknowledge their achievements of the past 12 years!
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2017 SENIOR SLIDE SHOW
We are now collecting photos for the Class of 2017's end of the year slideshow! Please read the below guidelines and email your two photos before the deadline to insure that you are represented!
Deadline: Friday, March 31, 2017
Each senior may submit TWO recent appropriate photos. We want pictures of every senior, so be sure to submit yours! Individual and group photos are allowed.
You will get an automatic reply when your email is received. In order to ensure your photos are included in the slideshow, please follow these instructions:
File names: Save as "Last Name, First Name 1" and "Last name, first name 2" of the senior(s)
Subject line: In the subject line of the email, please put senior's last name, first name
Group photos: please include names of each person in photo.
File size: Submit actual size or large, high quality photos. Please NO low resolution or small file size pictures. Pictures saved from social media and screen shots of cell phone photos will NOT work. 1 MB and up would be great! Only appropriate photos will be included (appropriate clothing, depictions, etc.).
If you submit inappropriate photos, they will not be used.
Failure to follow above instructions will result in your pictures not being included in the slideshow. Please be certain to pay your senior dues to ensure you receive a DVD at the Senior Breakfast.
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FROM THE GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT
STUDENT TRANSCRIPTS
Now that all of the grades have been posted from the fall semester, please review your MHS transcript. Please also be sure to check your transcript for any credits that should have transferred from the middle school. If you see any errors regarding classes, credits, grades, honors points, etc. please contact your counselor ASAP.
MOVE ON WHEN READY
Students who are interested in participating in MOWR (Move on When Ready) should review the information at https://mhsmowr.wordpress.com/. This program includes College English classes, Georgia Tech distant math classes, part-time dual enrollment, and full-time dual enrollment. MOWR applications will be available with Dr. Marsh in 1340. The application deadline is March 31; please note that this is a Fulton County deadline, which is earlier than most of the college deadlines. Acceptance to the college or university is required for the MOWR program; admission requirements vary for each college or university. For additional questions please schedule an appointment with your Counselor.
HOPE/ZELL MILLER SCHOLARSHIPS
Are you applying for HOPE or Zell Miller? If so, then we need to have a copy of your Social Security Card on file. If you are unsure if the school has this information on file, please see Ms. Dolores Shamis in suite 1340.
Please note that this is only the first step in HOPE eligibility. In order to apply for HOPE, you may log in to your student's GA Futures account at www.gafutures.org.
At the top of the website, there is a tab for HOPE & State Aid Programs. You may access this by clicking here: HOPE SCHOLARSHIP LINK
We have provided application information below for your convenience. Additional information is available on GA Futures regarding HOPE Eligibility, Award Amounts, and HOPE FAQS.
Application Procedure:
Students have two options when applying for the HOPE Scholarship:
1. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or,
2. Complete the online GSFAPPS application or printable paper GSFAPPS application.
Note: The FAFSA must be completed each year. Please be sure to monitor each college/university's deadline for submitting the FAFSA/GSFAPPS application.
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COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER NEWS
Mock ACT/SAT Options at Milton:
Take a free ACT practice test with Applerouth! Hosted at Milton High School in the College and Career Center (Room 2201). Taking this practice test will help you become more comfortable with the complete testing environment. The test comes with a free individual, detailed score report that highlights your personal strengths and weaknesses.
ACT Mock Test Information Location: Milton High School
Date: Saturday, March 25
Time: 9:00AM - 1:15PM
ATTENTION
THE CCC WILL BE CLOSED DURING SOAR THE WEEK OF MARCH 13th FOR JUNIOR BOOT CAMP.
SOAR: The SOAR seminars both March 14 and 16 will be Junior Boot Camp. You will create accounts essential for college applications and leave boot camp being able to locate your HOPE GPA, as well as understand how to send your standardized test scores and high school transcript. Additionally, we will talk about time management for college application season, creating a college list, essay writing, the differences between the Common App and a school app, and beginning your academic resume. The CCC will be closed to all other grades during those times. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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TUDENTS
SENIORS: If you have received your acceptances, please come place your name on our "graduation wall". And for those that have declared their intentions, please visit the Futures of Milton 2017 Facebook Page to let everyone know where you are committed. Also, there are still scholarships out there. If you need information on where to get started, please stop by. Both of these will earn you points for the House Competition!
JUNIORS: If you missed Junior Boot Camp last week, but would still like to join us, we have added two additional sessions during SOAR this week. Follow this link to sign up: https://goo.gl/forms/9qO0YDKoMFUKJStg2.
Space is very limited, and the sign-up will close once we reach our number. So don't wait!
PARENTS: If
you are interested in scheduling an individual meeting , please contact
[email protected]
. Also, we are starting to look for a very specific volunteer need for next year. Our wonderful college liaison will be "retiring" at the end of next school year (2018), as her daughter will be graduating. She would love to have someone start shadowing her this spring, in order to work with her next school year and then to take over the position. If you are interested, please contact Shannon Wagar (
[email protected]
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PEACHTREE COLLEGE PLANNING NIGHT: Our next seminar with Peachtree Planning will be on March 21 (Tuesday) in the CCC. This presentation will be directed to Sophomores and Juniors and will cover building a financially diverse college list. While this is a free event, we do ask for registration to ensure that we have enough space. Registration link can be found here: Go to: http://www.planforcollegeworkshop.com or call #770-810-5885 to reserve your seats.
As always, if you have any questions, please stop by and see us! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter, and keep checking our website for the most up to date information (
www.mhsccc.com)
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EAGLE PRIDE
ATHLETICS
TRACK & FIELD
At Mill Creek/Jerry Arnold Invite, boy's team scoring (10th out of 29 teams) came from junior Sam Bowers in the 1600 meters (1st-4:23.47), junior Michael Malkowski in the 1600 meters (2nd-4:23.78), the 4x800m relay team (2nd-8:38.02) of junior Ryan Beitzell, senior Joey Brovont, senior Paul Rose & senior Jake Vernon. Girl's team scoring came from the 4x800m relay team (3rd-10:11.05) of freshman Faith Bobak, senior Hayden Smith, sophomore Taylor Cushman & freshman Abby Rindt and senior captain Brooke Aumer in the 800 meters (8th-2:26.44).
At Lambert/Longhorn Stampede Invite, boy's team scoring came from Matthew Mazzacano in the pole vault (2nd-12'6") and the boy's 4x800m relay team (5th-9:03.02) of senior captain Andy Butzow, sophomore Ben Reilly, junior Mark Seaman & Eric Franklin. Girl's team scoring came from senior Cara Doll in the pole vault (5th-9') & the 4x800m relay team (5th-11:18.85) of junior Jocie Toner, sophomore Peyton Stanley, sophomore Samantha Lenox & freshman Aidan O'Hare.
The Milton track & field team will next host the North Georgia JV Invitational this Wednesday, March 15 & then travel to the Roswell Relays & the Coaches Invitational at Lakewood on March 17-18.
PERFORMING ARTS
WINTERGUARD
Congratulations to the Varsity Winterguard for once again being named
WGI Atlanta Regional Finalists. In addition to being named regional finalists, the guard placed in the
top 5 for the entire day of preliminary competition from groups from around the southeast at McEachern High School. Way to go!
ALL-STATE BAND
Congratulations to the 10 students who represented Milton at this year's All-State Band and Orchestra this past weekend in Athens!
(Andrew Lang, Ayden Marshall, Aidan McHugh, Janie Pan, Anna Paulus, Alex Pedowitz, Caitlin Petros, Zach Price, Bo Quintana, and Marti Wolf).
ACADEMICS
MATH
The inaugural First Annual Fulton County Mathematics Competition was held on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Chattahoochee High School. Milton High School students made a clean sweep across the board. The Varsity Team comprised of Ofek Oshri and Evan Bloom. In the team event, Milton's JV Team A comprising of Shreya Kumar, Asmi Kumar, Nicole Lin and Priya Soneji placed FIRST. Milton's JV Team B made up of Niraj Jinan, Arnav Lal, Divya Nori and Gyu Kim placed THIRD.
In the individual event, we had four JV team members in the top ten.
1st Place: Shreya Kumar
2nd Place: Asmi Kumar
5th Place: Arnav Lal
6th Place: Gyu Kim
9th Place: Divya Nori
Honorable Mention: Nicole Lin, Niraj Jinan
Congratulations to our Math Team for an impressive performance competing against other Fulton County schools.
JAPANESE
Congratulations to Milton's Japanese program for dominating last weekend's
Japan Academic Challenge.
23 teams competed in the quiz-bowl like competition.
Milton almost swept the event taking 1st place in 3 out of 4 levels. The results:
Level 1
Gold:
Amanda Gilsinger, Khaleel Bashir, Chase Belcher
Level 2
Gold:
Christina Wang, Robert Cashin, Charlotte Chen
Level 3
Bronze:
Max Morella, My Nguyen, Brendan Alimuddin
Level 4
Gold: Conner Kreitz, Justin Chang, Kira O'Hare
When you see these students tell then "Omeh-deh-to!"
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ATHLETIC SCHEDULES
HOME EVENTS
3.13 Mon:
9th Baseball v Forsyth Central @ 5:55
PM
3.14 Tue:
9th Baseball v West Forsyth @ 5:55PM
3.14 Tue:
Varsity Girls Tennis v Lambert @ 4:00
PM
3.14 Tue:
Boys Lacrosse v Northview JVB @ 5:55/VB @ 8:00
PM
3.15 Wed: JV Track and Field North Georgia Invite JV @ 4:30PM
3.15 Wed: Varsity Baseball v West Forsyth @ 5:55PM
3.15 Wed: JV Boys Tennis v Cambridge @ 4:00PM
3.16 Thu: Varsity Girls Tennis v Forsyth Central @ 4:00PM
3.17 Fri:
Varsity Baseball v North Forsyth @ 5:55PM
3.17 Fri: Boys Lacrosse v Chattahoochee JVB @ 5:35/VB @ 7:00PM
AWAY EVENTS
3.13 Mon: JV Soccer v Roswell JVG @ 5:55/JVB @ 7:30PM
3.13 Mon: Varsity Boys Golf Big Red Shootout @ Chattahoochee GC V/TBA
3.13 Mon: Varsity Baseball v West Forsyth @ 5:55PM
3.14 Tue:
Varsity Soccer v Lassiter VG @ 5:55/VB @ 8:00PM
3.14 Tue:
JV Baseball v Mt. Paran @ 5:55
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3.14 Tue:
Varsity Boys Tennis v Lambert @ 4:00PM
3.14 Tue: Gymnastics v Lovett @ 5:00PM
3.15 Wed:
JV Boys Golf v Etowah Eagle Watch @ 4:30PM
3.15 Wed: JV Girls Tennis v Cambridge @ 4:00PM
3.16 Thu: JV Soccer v South Forsyth JVG @ 5:55/JVB @ 8:00PM
3.16 Thu: JV Baseball v West Forsyth @ 5:55PM
3.16 Thu: Varsity Boys Tennis v Forsyth Central @ 4:00PM
3.17-18 Fri & Sat:
Track & Field Invite Lakewood Arena @ 4:00 & 9:00PM
3.17 Fri:
Var Girls Lacrosse v McDonough (Florida) @ 3:30PM
3.18 Sat: Boys Varsity Golf Buford Best Ball - TBA
3.18 Sat: JV Girls Lacrosse v SSSA (Lake Highland, Florida) @ 12:00PM
3.18 Sat:
JV Girls Lacrosse v Bishop Moore (Florida) @ 4:30PM
3.18 Sat: JV Girls Lacrosse v Lake Highland Prep (Florida) @ 9:00AM
3.18 Sat: Var Girls Lacrosse v St. Thomas (Florida) @ 6:00PM
3.18 Sat: Track and Field @ Roswell Relays @ 9:00AM
3.18 Sat: 9th Baseball v Dunwoody (DH) @ 11:00AM / 1:00PM
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