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Exams
December 17th & 18th
Teacher Work Day
December 19th
Christmas Holidays
December 20th - January 2nd
Teacher Work Days
January 3rd & 4th
Students Return
January 7th
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Parents of MPHS Students
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Please complete the 24 question survey in the link provided below using a personal computer, smartphone, or tablet. The data from this survey will be used as part of the calculation of the School Climate Star Rating found in the College and Career Readiness Performance Index (CCRPI).
Survey responses are anonymous and will be submitted directly to the Georgia Department of Edu
cation for analysis. The Georgia Parent Survey is also available in Spanish. Parents may select the Spanish version within the survey.
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Congratulations 2019 Senior Superlatives
Most likely to Brighten Your Day
Sunny DeVane
Jaylen Prescott
Most likely to Harmonize with the Alarm
Stephanie Nix
Charles Dean
Most changed since 9th Grade
Emily Atkinson
Dylan Steed
Most Spirited
Madison Penn
Mason Baker
Most Likely to lose their Head if it was not Attached
Hope Brooks
Covi Zellner
Most likely to play the Most Sports
Destiny Middleton
Desmond Williams
Most Likely to be a Motivational Speaker
Anna Hightower
Zach Butler
Most Likely to take Home to Parents
Mary Kate Jones
Colton Dingmore
Most Likely to Quietly Take Over the World
Rilyn McKallip
Seth Walker
Most Legendary
Macy Morris
Jason Hickman
2019 Teacher Superlatives
(as voted on by the senior class)
Most Likely to Give the Best Advice
Mrs. Myers
Mr. Meeks
Most Likely to Catch a Student Texting in Class
Mrs. Barber
Coach Carey
Most likely to Bust a Move
Coach Mr. McElhaney
Coach Mrs. McElhaney
Best Dressed
Mrs. McKneely
Mr. Mark A. Smith
Most Likely to be President
Mrs. Greenway
Mr. Magda
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MP's Got Talent
The 2018 Winners:
Ansley Lawson - Audience Choice Award
Bailey Niblett and Natalie Pippin - 3rd place
MP Flute Choir members Rilyn McKallip,
Bethany Maddox, Abby Weir, Elizabeth Bennett,
Katie Thomason and KaDasia Wallace
- 2nd place
1st place Winner of 2018 MP's Got Talent - Zach Butler!
Congratulations to all contestants who showed the amazing
amount of talent we have at Mary Persons High School!
The following 8 acts were selected as contestants for our 4th annual,
MP's Got Talent.
Zach Butler
Megan Kelly and Jordan Shepherd
Ansley Lawson
Devera Moore
Bailey Niblett and Natalie Pippin
Cody Sosebee
Anabel Storey
Bethany Maddox, Abby Weir, Elizabeth Bennett, Rilyn McKallip,
Katie Thomason and KaDasia Wallace
Thanks to the many others who came to tryout!
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Testing Calendar
Cell Phone Use on Georgia Standardized Assessments
Students are not permitted to use, or bring into the
testing environment,
any electronic device that could allow them to access, retain, or transmit information (e.g., cell phone, smartphone, PDA, electronic recording, camera, or playback device, etc.). Possession or improper use of such devices during testing may result in disciplinary action in accordance with the system's student code of conduct and/or test invalidation. Devices such as those mentioned above that are brought into the
testing environment must not remain in the student's possession during
testing.
Calculator Use
Students will be allowed to use a scientific or graphing calculator on the Georgia Milestones Algebra I and Geometry assessments. Students will also be able to
use a scientific or basic calculator on the
Georgia
Milestones
Economics assessment. Students should plan to bring their own calculator
as there will be a limited supply of school
-owned calculators avail
able.
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Class of 2020
Scholarship Opportunities
Distinguished Young Women of Monroe-Bibb (DYW) is now recruiting female students from the Class of 2020 to participate in their local scholarship program. They offer $1 Billion Dollars of scholarships nationally through their program all over the United States! DYW, formerly known as Junior Miss, has been around since 1958 and seeks to positively impact the lives of young women by providing free life skills workshops focusing on public speaking, interviewing skills, college admissions/scholarships, and our national platform of "Be Your Best Self". This fun and transformative experience promotes and rewards scholarship, leadership, and talent. Young women gain life skills and a boost in self-esteem that they can carry with them for the rest of their lives. Their accomplishments through this program are then presented in a celebratory showcase at the completion of the program and two representatives are selected to advance to the state competition. They also have a "Little Sister" program for sophomores as well. Questions? Please email Jill Lumley, Program Chairman at: monroebibb@distinguishedyw.org Deadline to sign up is January 5th, 2019 as our workshops begin January 6th, 2019
. There is no fee to participate!
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Engineering Students Sell Fleece Football Snuggles
If you would like to order a Fleece Football Blanket from the Engineering students please email
christina.barfield@mcschools.org
or send a message on Facebook.
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Attention - ALL Math Students
Daily Peer Tutoring Available NOW
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Monday - Thursday
3:15 - 3:45 p.m.
Dr. Williams' Room
(MC Room 210)
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Daily
7:15 - 7:45 a.m.
Mrs. McKallip's Room
(MC Room 115)
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Yearbook News
Buy your yearbook TODAY!!
or call 1-877-767-5217 to place your order. Please s
ee Mrs. May in room 206 if you have any questions.
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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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The college application process can be overwhelming, especially for those students who may be the first in their family to attend college. If you need help, please register for our upcoming event on Thursday, November 29th, during an elective class. Students will be provided with one-on-one assistance applying to college.
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Chorus News
If you would like to recognize a loved one in the Christmas concert program
for a minimum $15 donation, we would like the following information: Their
name and rank if a veteran, if it is in memory or honor of and your name/family name making the donation. Please keep in mind that the maximum space is 54 characters that you may write. Thank you for your support. Please print legibly. Due by 12/05/18 Student who sold:
In honor/memory of (circle one)
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Clubs & Organizations News
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Art Club News
The Art Club is hosting the 4th annual Empty Bowls Project dinner
on
Tuesday, December 4
at the Fine Arts Center.
Tickets are available now for $15. ALL proceeds benefit Backpack Buddies
to serve Monroe County students in need.
See any Art Club member to get your ticket!
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Beta Club News
Beta Club members collected shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child.
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Best Bu
ddies News
Spirit Beads bracelets are here!
They are $10 each & are available in 2 sizes. They can be purchased in Mrs. Holloway's room or at our first meeting on September 25th at 3:05 in the Media Center.
Limited quantities available!
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FBLA News
FBLA is selling Heritage candles to help fund costs for Region and State Competitions through
Nov 28th
. Please see an FBLA member to place your order for these quality, long-lasting candles that come in a variety of scents. Stop by Mrs. Little's room to smell some of the scents. They make GREAT Christmas gifts! Teachers don't forget about ChaMPmas gifts as well.
FBLA is selling ice cream sandwiches for $1.00 after school on Thursdays in Mrs. Myers room 226.
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FCA meets
Friday mornings
MPHS
Gym
@7:20 a.m.
Interested in a Summer 2019 Mission Trip to Puerto Rico
If so, please contact Ms. Rowland or Mr. Allen Smith for more details. Applications and teacher recommendation forms can be picked up from
Ms. Rowland's room. Applications are due by
Wednesday, November 28th
to Ms. Rowland or Mr. Allen Smith.
Join the Google Classroom Code for more information:
Wb18qm
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Interact News
The Interact students volunteered to serve the OAC community on Thursday, November 15 at the Forsyth/Monroe County Rotary Club Thanksgiving Dinner. The meeting was held at the Conference Center in Forsyth. Special guests were the Wesleyan singers from Macon.
Pictured are - Jada Freeman, Khadajah Bradley, Karion Childs and Trinity Johnson
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Tri-M News
Tri-M Members recently sang carols at the
Tree Lighting Ceremony in Downtown Forsyth
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Football News
Awesome Season Comes to a Close
MP Bulldogs fell short to the Marist War Eagles, 10-7, this past Friday night.
Congratulations and t
hank you for a great football season!
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Softball News
Congratulations to Destiny Middleton!!!
Congratulations to Destiny Middleton. She has signed a letter of intent
to play softball for the University of North Carolina. She is pictured here with her parents, Tamitha and Hollis Middleton III, and her sister, Saquasha Middleton.
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Volleyball News
The V
olleyball
team recently had their sports banquet. Congratulations to
our Seniors:
Mary Kate Jones,
Brianna Morgan,
Rachel Sparks,
Ashunti Talmadge, and
Creyuna Buckner. Two players made the All-Region Team: Mary Kate Jones & Taylor Minor.
Varsity Awards
Scholar Athlete - Mary Kate Jones
Most Improved - Brianna Morgan & Rachel Sparks
Best Server - Ashunti Talmadge
Coaches Award - Taylor Miner
Best Offense - Mary Kate Jones
Best Defense - Kaylee Swafford
JV Awards
Best Offense - Savana Sanders
Best Defense - Lexi McCowell
Most Improved - Destiny Humphreys
Coaches Award - Reagan Dorrity
Scholar Athlete - Alauna Robinson
9th Grade Awards
Coach's Award
- Savana Sanders
Most Improved
- Cassy Philips
Scholar Athlete
-
Sadie Icenhour
Rookie of the Yea
r - Savana Sanders, Caitlyn Vantone, Banks McCoy
Rising Volleydog
- Emma Wimberly, Madison Whitehead, Sadie Icenhour
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*See Mrs. English for passwords to the
resources that require a password.
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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 2018. All Rights Reserved.
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