Mary Persons High School
The Bulldog Beat
Wednesday, August 8, 2018
Parents can receive Mary Persons text updates 
from Dr. Finch by texting  @maryp to 81010.
The First Days of School
Art Students Rise to the Challenge 
on the First Day of School

Art 1 students participated in a Brown Bag Challenge. They had to solve a visual challenge only using the materials provided to them. Challenges included making the tallest possible free-standing tower, a bridge sturdy enough to support the weight of a full roll of Duct tape, and making the longest line possible.
Attention Class of 2019
Members of the Class of 2019 who are interested in being on Senior Executive Council should email Mrs. Little ( susan.little@mcschools.org ) for an application. Applications are due  Aug. 17 . 

All seniors should join the following groups 
to keep up with announcements and events this year.
Remind: @mpseniors to 81010
Google Classroom code: 6ya4d4
Science Teachers Share Lab Safety Tips


The purpose of MpPAC (Mary Persons Parents Assisting Children) is to support parents, students, teachers, and administration while encouraging participation and involvement at all levels. We need your help to fulfill our purpose. If you are interested in joining us, please complete the information form below.

Top: Terrance Johnson & Dianne Miner; B ottom: Dianne Miner, Karen Allen, & Amy Whitfield
If you have questions 
or need more information, 
please contact an MpPAC 
leader  by calling 
the school office 
at (478)994-2812 
or by emailing Mrs. Alford at 

MpPAC Leaders
Karen Allen
Jim Bond
Terrance Johnson
Dianne Miner
Amie Whitfield

Freshmen Brush Up on Lab Skills


Students in Ms. Dews' 9th Grade Honors Biology class fresh up 
on their microscope and lab safety skills on the first day of school.
CHAMPS Abroad
Photo taken in Edinburgh, Scotland

On the trip through The British Isles, students visited Ireland and Northern Ireland and learned about "The Troubles" as the Irish refer to the difficult period in their history when Irish Catholics and British Anglicans were fighting. Then they traveled by ferry to Scotland and by train to England. Throughout the trip, students saw magnificent architecture including castles and palaces, but also enjoyed natural wonders like Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland and the extinct volcano known as Arthur's Seat at the foot of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, Scotland. Special thanks to the adults and teachers who made the trip possible.
Counselors News
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.  


ACT & SAT Information
Students who are planning to attend a four year college, must take the SAT or ACT and obtain qualifying score.  Mary Persons  is a testing site for BOTH tests. We are able to provide waivers only to juniors or seniors who participate in the free/reduced lunch program. Eligible students can see their counselor or Mrs. Miller to receive fee waivers.

SAT Registration: Go to www.collegeboard.org to register for the SAT. You must have a waiver code or credit/debit card to register. Cost without a waiver is $46.00 (no writing) or $60.00 with writing.

ACT Registration: Go to www.actstudent.org to register for the ACT. You must have a waiver code or credit/debit card to register. Cost without a waiver is $42.50 (no writing) or $58.50 with writing.
Fine Arts News
Chorus News
Sign Up for the 
Chorus Parent Remind:

Text to the number,  81010, 
with the message @mpcho.
Clubs & Organizations News
Academic Team

The MP Academic Team will hold 
an informational meeting on 
Monday, August 20, at 3:15  in 
Mr. Magda's room. 
All students are welcome to attend.
Best Buddies News

Pair up with the Access department!
Get your MP socks benefiting the Access department. Contact Elizabeth Holloway in room 110 to get yours! Cost - $10/pair.

Join Best Buddies
Attend and Informational Meeting
August 16, 2018, @ 3:05
MPHS Media Center
Beta Club News

Attention Beta Club Members:  Don't miss out on Volunteer Opportunities to earn Service Hours!!  If you have not yet signed up for our Beta Club Remind, please text @mphbeta to the number, 81010.
FBLA News
Interested in joining Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)? Then see Mrs. Little, Mrs. Myers, or Ms. Sparks for more information! 
All students are welcome to join. 
Dues are $15 ($10 for freshman if paid by  September 7 ), and t-shirts are an additional $10. Join us as we Create, Lead, and Inspire this school year!
Sports News
Cross Country News

Interested in joining
the Cross Country team?
 
The LAST Day to sign up to be on the team is August 2nd!! 

Football News

Softball News
The Mary Persons softball team opened up their season at home against ACE  Monday  night. The Bulldogs defeated the Gryphons 8-2 with Lauren DeFore in the circle.Destiny Middleton and Emmalee Hayman went 2-4 and Emma Heath went 2-3 at the plate. Alissa Rozier hit her 1st home run of the season in the 5th inning.

Volleyball News
Support Your MP Volleyball Team
Order your fan apparel TODAY. 
GO Dogs!


Deadline to order is Monday, August 13th.

Media Center Message
*See Mrs. English for passwords to the  resources that require a password.
Link Your Ingles Card to MPHS

Ingles cards must be 
re-linked each year. 
Our school code is 10509.
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