Mary Persons High School
The Bulldog Beat
Wednesday, August 1, 2018
Welcome Back to School

Students Return 
Monday, August 6, 2018
Parents can receive Mary Persons text updates 
from Dr. Finch by texting  @maryp to 81010.
Faculty & Staff Look Forward to
2018-2019 School Year

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.

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
Don't miss the opportunity to help 
your child discover the world!!!

Next year's 
international travel opportunity 
is a 7-day trip to Costa Rica 
in June of 2019! 
Join us as we zip-line through 
the canopies of the rainforest, 
visit thermal springs near a volcano, go snorkeling on the Pacific Coast, and have many other 
exciting adventures.
Trip Details
  • Open to students in the classes of 2020, 2021, and 2022
  • Cost - approximately $2550/student ($186/monthly if you sign up ASAP)
  • Cost for adults - $2905/adult
*Space is Limited!  
G R O U P LEADERS
Kris t y C a lh o un, kristy.calhoun@mcschools.org
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.
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.
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

Volleyball News

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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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.