The Bulldog Beat
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
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IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES
AP Exams - May 4-27
Georgia Milestones Testing - May 11-19
Senior Honors Night - May 11
Senior Exams - May 13 & 14
Underclassmen Exams - May 25 & 26
Graduation - May 28, 2021
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2021-2022 Bus Rider Registration |
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Please Complete Bus Rider Registration ASAP!!
The window for 21-22 bus rider registration for rising 9th,
10th, 11th, &12th grade students ended on Friday, April 23rd.
The response rate for MP, as of 5/4/21, was only 25%
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Parent Spring Survey
or use the QRCode:
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Student Spring Survey
or use the QRCode:
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Surveys are all set to close on Friday, May 21 at 5 p.m. |
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Attention Student Drivers |
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No student should park in the senior parking lot from May 17 to May 26. Underclassmen should continue parking in their assigned spots for the remainder of the year. Any underclassman parking in the senior lot will be ticketed. |
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Art Students Accepted for Publication
The following students' artworks have been accepted for publication in the Celebrating Art Competition! Congratulations to these artists for their hard work and motivation.
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Congratulations Brandi May:
April Teacher of the Month
Mrs. May has been married to her husband, Minister James May, for 14 years. Together they have four children: James is a 9th grader at MP, twins Seth & Michael are in Pre-K at TGS, and Hannah is in daycare. They enjoy their family time together playing sports, laughing, watching movies, singing, and dancing. This is Mrs. May's 10th year as a teacher at MP, and she also serves as yearbook advisor. What does she like most about her job? "I love the students, and helping them find ways to overcome academic obstacles. I also love the culture of a school that cares about their students and staff and creates a positive environment for learning." Her hobbies include writing, reading, graphic design, singing, dancing, and anything that allows her to be creative, in the Arts. If she could go back in time, she would go "back to the 90s because the time was a bit more fun! People's love of music, dance, and artistry seemed to be more appreciated by people from all walks of life. Everyone was not as tense as they are now." If she didn't have to sleep she "would probably be drinking coffee and writing a Christian book. I would also sit and just enjoy my family." When people come to her for help they usually come for biblical advice on marriage and life decisions, or for creative ideas. "Several people have influence me. First my mom has influenced me the most. She is who taught me to operate
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daily in the 'Fruits of the Spirit.' My husband has influenced me by showing me how to balance life and not be so quiet." What keeps her up at night? "My children keep me up at night!" "Before teaching, I danced professionally and have been featured in a few magazines. I had the opportunity to travel as a dancer with a dance company to places like Denver, Colorado at the Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Company, the Georgia Mayors Convention in Savannah, Georgia, and the Rialto Theater in Atlanta, Georgia. She also had the opportunity to open for James Brown. I danced for the reunion show while pregnant with my twins!" |
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Congratulations Barbara Dennis: April Support Staff of the Month
Mrs. Dennis and her husband, Randall, have been married for 34 years. They have 2 children: Brittany and Justin, and four wonderful grandchildren. Randall, Brittany, and Justin all had the privilege of attending and graduating from MP. Mrs. Dennis has held the position of Principal's Secretary & Bookkeeper for 34 1/2 years. (side note - The lady she replaced was in that position for 30 years, which means only two people have held this position for the last 64 1/2 years.) "I enjoy all aspects of my job but the thing I like most is interacting with the students and working with the best faculty and staff I have ever worked with since I've been here." Her favorite thing to do is spend time with her grandchildren, and being able to watch them grow up. "I also enjoy exercising, reading and traveling." If she could go back in time, she would like to go back to the 1800s. I have always been fascinated and intrigued with the time period." If she didn't have to sleep, she would spend her spare time sitting on her front or
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back porch in her rocking chair and enjoy the peace and quiet. When people come to her for help they "usually want to bounce their thoughts and feelings off me with whatever they are struggling with at that particular time in their life." She said that both of her parents have influenced her life more than anyone else. "They were amazing people and loved all 5 of their children equally. Both of my parents are living in heaven now. So a word of advice, if you still have your parents here on earth, please cherish every moment you have with them." |
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Voted 2021 Best of Monroe County
by the Readers of The Monroe County Reporter
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Back Row
Dr. Jim Finch
Best Principal
Kyle Ward
Best Coach
Robert Lindsey
Best Assistant Principal
Charles Hernandez
Best Musical Group MPHS Chorus
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Front Row
Kim Sawley
Best School Secretary
Lauri English
Best Librarian
Michelle Roberts
Best School Cafeteria Staff
Debra Tipson (Inset)
Best Substitute Teacher
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In addition, Mary Persons High School was voted
The Best School in Monroe County!
Thank you to all who voted for us as the BEST!!
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Collection Dates for Chromebooks & JetPacks
*Remember to turn in chargers too!!
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May 11 - Seniors
May 21 - Underclassmen
May 25 - Online Students
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Please keep in mind that when the device(s) were issued to you that they were in good working condition, and it is your responsibility to make sure that it has remained in good condition. After the devices have been collected, they will be assessed and you may incur a charge for any of the following.
- Damaged/Lost Chromebook - $189 or $211 (including Damaged/Lost Charger)
- Cracked Screen - $45
- Damaged/Lost Charger - $22
- Damaged/Lost Verizon JetPack $137
- Damaged/Lost Verizon JetPack Charger $17
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Chromebooks are to be turned in to the school for repair and are NOT to be taken to an outside source for repair.
If you know in advance that your device is not in good working condition, you will need to report it to Mrs. English on the Main Campus or to Mrs. Bernard on the Freshman Campus, so we can go ahead and address the issue.
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Georgia Milestones Testing Schedule |
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May 2021 Testing Calendar |
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Summer School Information |
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Students who need to recover an academic course needed for graduation are encouraged to sign up and complete a credit recovery course over the summer.
Dates:
June 7th - July 15th (Monday - Thursday)
Time:
8:00am - 11:00am OR 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Location:
MPHS Freshman Campus
Cost:
$100 per credit
Summer School will be via Edgenuity and students will be required to report to the MPHS Freshman Campus daily. Attendance will be monitored and students will have to sign up for a time slot to attend .
for more information & to reserve your spot!
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Free
2021-2022
School
Supplies
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FREE school supplies are being funded courtesy of the CARES Act through a partnership with the Forsyth Walmart . They will be distributed at the beginning of the 2021-2022 school year in August.
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Link to Friday's News Show
Link to Tuesday's News Show
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Yearbook Distrubition - Friday, May 7th
Distribution will take place in the Gym Lobby. See schedule below.
1st block - 12th Grade
2nd block - 10th & 11th Grades
3rd block - ALL 9th Grade - Will be delivered to their class.
4th block - Online/college students - Pick up at Gym Lobby Doors.
None campus students should drive up to the doors.
MCAC students - Will be delivered to their school.
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*NOTE: You are encouraged to sign up using a personal email address, if you
wish to access your Signed Yearbook Pages after you leave Mary Persons.
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Drumline Auditions
2021-2022 Bulldog Brigade Band Room
Week of May 10th
After School
3:30 - 5:00
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Softball Tryouts
May 3-7
3:20-5:30
Softball Field
Behind the MCMS
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Track & Field - Lady Dogs |
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The Lady Dogs Track & Field are the 2021 Region 2-3A Runner Ups. The team did an outstanding job. 12 out of 16 competing athletes qualified for the Sectional Track Meet on Saturday, May 8th. The following athletes are Region Champions: Abbey Stembridge (800 meters), Courtney Allen (Pole Vault), and J'Mya Mann (Shot Put).
All Relay teams won the Region title as well: 4x100m Relay (Ah'Zoria Hardy, Damarria Scandrett, Miah Barkley, Campbell Brown), 4x400m Relay (Courtney Allen, Brittany Allen, Jessica Goodwin, Miah Barkley) and the 4x800m Relay (Ava McKallip, Jessica Goodwin, Alanna Wood, and Abbey Stembridge).
Way to go Lady Dogs!
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Volleyball Tryouts
May 3-7
3:30-5:30
in the MP Gym
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Tryouts for current 10th-11th graders
Wednesday - Friday May 5th - May 7th, 3:30 - 6:00
ALL athletes must have a current physical.
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NEW Titles Recently Added
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Have questions or need assistance?
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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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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 Student 504 Jenny Rooks 25 Brooklyn Avenue Forsyth, GA 31029 Copyright 2021. All Rights Reserved. |
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