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Report Card Distribution
Report cards will be mailed on June 1st to students who brought in a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
For those not mailed home, report cards may be picked up in the office on the main campus on Monday, June 5 - Thursday, June 8 from 9:00-11:30 and 1:00-4:00.
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CHAMPs of the Month
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Jackson Harvey
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Taylor Buffington
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Congratulations Coach Herr!
May Teacher of the Month
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We Honor Our 2017 Retirees
Coach Greene, Dr. Walker, and Mrs. Hicks
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Kurt Greene
Coach Greene has been in education for 37 years. Of those, 7 have been in Monroe County. He was inspired to become a teacher because he wanted t coach basketball. He use to tell his high school coach that "one day I will take your job," and he did. His most
memorable moments in education were going to the Final Four in Basketball. He said his most rewarding experience has been "having players come back 5 to 10 years after they graduate." When asked what he would miss most, he said "the teachers, the administration, and the students." He said he will definitely NOT miss lesson plans.
In retirement, he looks forward to traveling. His advice to a new educator would be "surround yourself with good people and enjoy what you do."
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Carol Hicks
Mrs. Hicks has been in education for 35 years, 15 years at the high school level, and 20 years at the college level. Of those, 4 have been in Monroe County. She was inspired to become a teacher because she "loved the Spanish language and culture." She also loved working with young people, and teaching was a way to share what she loved with her students. She said that "teaching is a very rewarding career and is a way to really make a difference in people's lives." Her most
memorable moment in education was when she was a tennis coach for 6 years, and had many ups and downs as a coach, but working with the young people was very rewarding. "It was very exciting when the girls' tennis team went to the state finals even though they didn't win." Her most rewarding experience is when "a student you have taught says that he or she is planning to go to college and have a career in your field." When asked about her most embarrassing moment, she said "In my first year of teaching, I gave a test with the answer key attached to all the test copies. I had forgotten to take it off when I printed the test. I didn't realize it until one of the students started giggling." When asked what she would miss most, she said "I will miss getting to know the young people and developing relationships -- laughing and talking with them, and sometimes even crying a little. I will especially miss the comradery of my co-workers and feeling part of a family. " She said she will definitely not miss the "bells, not being able to go to the restroom except between classes, fire drills, screaming or very loud talking in the halls, and being overwhelmed."
In retirement, she looks forward to taking care of her grandchildren, decorating her house, playing guitar and singing, traveling, training her dog, and sleep. Her advice to a new educator would be "stay in one place -- in other words, Mary Persons is a good school in which to work. The grass is not greener elsewhere. Also, always keep a positive outlook. And let students know you care about them personally."
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Gary Walker
Dr. Walker has been in education for 34years. Of those, 30 have been in Monroe County. He was inspired to become a teacher by his mother. He said "My mother's perseverance and dedication inspired me to go into education and help make a positive influence in other people's lives." His most
memorable moments in education was "when I was spotted by an former student in town who thanked me for inspiring his confidence to become a teacher and coach." He said his most rewarding experience was "when I was a teacher and then assistant principal I got to celebrate big and small accomplishments throughout the day and school year with the students." He said his most embarrassing moment as an educator was demonstrating a volleyball technique when he accidentally knocked out a tooth. When asked what he would miss most, he said "I will miss the students and my co-workers. They are a great support system." He said he will definitely not miss the short summer break.
In retirement, he said "My wife and I hope to do some traveling, enjoy sleeping in and I plan to continue with building and remodeling houses." His advice to a new educator would be "Realize that you will probably learn a lot more on the job your first year of teaching than you did in receiving your degree. Don't be afraid
to ask for help from your peers. Utmost, shows respect to your students and peers and the rest will take care itself."
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Congratulations to Our On-Site Tech Specialist!
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Kelvin Hughley
2017 University of Phoenix Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
GPA: 3.81
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FREE Summer eBook Reading in OverDrive
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Access OverDrive at
Access Credentials
Username = s.first.last
Password = Your Lunch #
Need Assistance?
Contact Mrs. English at
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Monroe County Fine Arts Center on Twitter
Stay informed about all of the upcoming events at the Monroe County Fine Arts Center!!
The Monroe County Fine Arts Center also has a website.
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Visit the MP Counselors' Web Page!!!
*Do you need a transcript?
*Do you need an Attendance & ADAP Form?
You can find all of this and more on the Counselor's Web Page.
To get up-to-date news from the counseling department please check your emails and join the MP Counseling Department's Remind. Text
@mphsco
to 81010.
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Clubs & Organizations News
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Beta Club News
The Beta Club raised $1110 this year for
Jay's Hope by sponsoring Dress-Down Days for teachers.
Pictured are Beta Club Co-Presidents Anna Helen McKelvey
and Maiah Wiley presenting a check to Cindy Gaskins,
Founder of Jay's Hope.
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FCA News
FCA Leadership Camps
(life changing camps for
students and coaches)
Located at St. Simon's Island, GA
Interested? See Ms. Sanders, Mr. Smith or Ms. April (FCA rep)
Leadership Camp - Week 1
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Cross Country News
Interested in Joining the Bulldog Cross Country Team?
if you have any questions.
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Media Center Offers Extended Hours
Both Campuses - Open Daily until 3:45.
Freshman Campus Media Center - Open Tuesdays until 4:00
Main Campus Media Center - Open Thursdays until 4:30
Students who wish to take advantage of the extended time
must
arrive
to the Media Center after the dismissal bell rings.
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*See Mrs. English for passwords to the
resources that require a password.
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Link Your Ingles Card to MPHS
Ingles cards must be
re-linked each year.
Our school code is 10509.
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Follow us on Instagram @marypersonshigh.
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Monroe County School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or sex in its employment practices, student programs and dealings with the public. It is the policy of the Board of Education to comply fully with the requirements of Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and all accompanying regulations. As a result, the following people have been appointed to oversee specific areas. Title II, Adult 504, Adult Title IX Dr. Mike Hickman 25 Brooklyn Avenue, Forsyth, GA 31029 478-994-2031 Student and Athletic Title IX Jackson Daniel 25 Brooklyn Avenue, Forsyth, GA 31029 478-994-2031 Student 504 Jenny Rooks 433 Highway 41 South, Forsyth, GA 31029 478-994-2031 Any employee, student, applicant for employment, parent or other person who believes he or she has been discriminated against or harassed in violation of the above areas must make a complaint in accordance with the procedures outlined in Board Policy GAAA. Copyright 2017. All Rights Reserved.
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