PTSA Updates
The mission of the North Meck High School PTSA is to support the staff and students at North Meck High School. PTSA support includes providing college scholarships for qualifying seniors, sponsoring events for teachers, staff, and students, and stepping in, whenever possible, to fill a gap.
Fundraising enables the PTSA to provide this much-needed support. This year our Invest in Excellence Program is more vital to supporting NM than ever before. The COVID-19 pandemic has awakened the reality that we are better and stronger together. Our teachers and students are working harder than ever, and the NM PTSA is committed to supporting them.
The PTSA needs your help. Please consider making a tax-free donation to our Invest in Excellence Program, no amount is too small. Remember to check with your employer for matching gift donations.
The PTSA, teachers, and students thank you in advance for your donation and support.
As you consider your yearly contribution, keep in mind that North Mecklenburg PTSA is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Help the PTSA raise money to support our school with a tax-deductible donation.
Thank you for your continued support and remember we are better and stronger together!
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You Can Help North
Passive fundraising brings dollars into North. We can get money for things you're already doing!
Help our school by adding North Meck PTSA to your Amazon account and linking your VIC pard
Amazon Smile: When you shop at Amazon, your purchase can benefit our school. Just start your shopping by using this link: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/56-1684404 Our PTSA will receive a portion of what you spend, and the money will be used to benefit the students and faculty of NMHS. Amazon Smile is now available on the Amazon App.
Harris Teeter: Re-link your VIC card to school 1295! This can be done at the register or online. BE SURE TO SELECT NMHS PTSA. You can link up to five (5) schools or groups.
Publix: You can raise funds for NMHS while grocery shopping at Publix. No card is required. Simply sign up for a Publix.com account and designate North Mecklenburg High School as the donation recipient. Enter your account phone number every time you checkout at Publix to receive credit for the school.
For step by step details on how to link your Publix account to the school click here.
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Governor Proclaims November is
Family Engagement Month
November is Family Engagement Month. Parent Engagement Month is celebrated to acknowledge the contributions of parents and caregivers across the nation and to encourage schools to raise awareness of the important roles parents and caregivers play in our children's education.
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Seniors, sign-up to meet with the College Advisor at CPCC on Tuesday, November 17th from 11:30-12:00. Learn about the many degrees, diplomas, and certificate options, scholarships, FAFSA and Residency questions, and more. Sign-up TODAY!
https://calendly.com/jennycarr/cpcc college-recruiter
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From the Counselors
UNCC is hosting a ‘Niner For a Day’ virtual event for Juniors and Seniors from 9am-1pm on November 19th! This event will be an interactive and engaging opportunity for high school students to experience UNC Charlotte and the Cato College of Education. Participants will engage in campus tours, class visits, Q&A's with current UNCC students, breakout sessions, and more! Learn more and sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yxyBzERGMQEbPovEd6UpYxm1n7Xmu2kDvHLU3RPAGyw/viewform?edit_requested=true
Updated Mid-Year Graduate Information: Online Ordering for your Cap and Gown/Senior Supplies/Graduation Announcements/Class of 2021 Swag are now Available at: www.highschool.herffjones.com. All Cap and Gown orders must be received by Tuesday December 1st. All other items ordered will be delivered with your Cap and Gown.
Drive Through Cap and Gown Delivery will be held on Wednesday, January 8th from 9am-11am at school.
Questions? Please email hjcharlotte@herffjones.com or call 704-531-0015.
Great Information for Parents!
Did you know that you can sign up as an Observer in Canvas?? Observers can link their Canvas account to their student's account so they can see assignment due dates, announcements, and other course content. Observers can view the course content but cannot participate in the course. Instructions for becoming an Observer can be found HERE!
CMS is hosting a Naviance Virtual Parent Night on Tuesday, November 17th and Thursday, November 19th, from 7-8 p.m. Parents can choose ONE night to attend. Those in attendance will receive information about the Naviance platform and how the available tools may support academic success and postsecondary planning. To receive the link for the meeting, families must register in advance. Please use this FORM to register. Registration deadline has been extended to November 16th!
Scholarship List:
| Scholarship |
Deadline |
| WTS Transportation YOU High School Scholarship |
11/30 |
| Smitsonian.com Photo Contest |
11/30 |
| Merancas Scholarship @ CPCC |
11/30 |
| Mary N. Clayton Honorary Scholarship |
11/30 |
| Education Matters Scholarship |
11/30 |
| Andrew Flusche Scholarship |
11/30 |
| 10 Words or Less Scholarship |
11/30 |
| The NHS Scholarship |
12/1 |
| Martha Kirkland West Teaching Scholars @ Catawba College |
12/1 |
| George W. Jenkins Scholarship @ University of Miami |
12/1 |
| Boston University’s Presidential Scholarship |
12/1 |
| Boston University’s Trustee Scholarship |
12/1 |
| Barbara Lotze Scholarship for Future Teachers |
12/1 |
| Albert Engineering Leadership Scholars Program @ UNCC |
12/1 |
| National Space Club & Foundation Keynote Scholar |
12/2 |
| Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholars |
12/5 |
| Johnston Ziegler Scholarship |
12/5 |
| Carson Scholars Program |
12/7 |
| NC Elks Association Nursing Scholarship |
12/8 |
| Lyceum Scholars Program @ Clemson University |
12/11 |
Details about each scholarship can be found in Naviance.
Seniors – have you been offered a scholarship?? If so, PLEASE report that offer HERE, even if you don’t plan to accept it. Email Mrs. Cameron if you have any questions!
Albert Engineering Leadership Scholars Program @ UNC Charlotte:
The Albert Engineering Leadership Scholars Program aims to support students in the three pillars of scholarship/applied learning, campus involvement/leadership, and professional development. This program will provide students with an annual, renewable merit scholarship that covers tuition, fees, room and board. As an Albert Scholar, students will receive: membership in the University Honors Program; up to $6,000 for professional development (summer research experience or an internship); automatic acceptance into the Engineering Leadership Academy; the opportunity to earn Engineering Honors through their senior design project; research and student development opportunities; admittance to special lectures conducted by national and community leaders; and priority registration and housing (in Levine Hall).
To be eligible, students must: 1). Be an incoming first-year student being considered for full-time enrollment at UNC Charlotte in a baccalaureate program offered by The William States Lee College of Engineering for the fall term immediately following high school graduation; 2). Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident; 3). Have an outstanding academic record of advanced coursework; 4). Have prior experience which reflects ethical leadership and personal development; 5). Have a commitment to community service; and 6). Have a GPA of 3.5-4.00 (unweighted) or 3.8-5.0 (weighted) and score 1320-1600 on the SAT or 28-36 on the ACT composite. In addition to applying for the Albert Engineering Leadership Scholars Program, students must also apply to UNC Charlotte as soon as possible, and apply for the University Honors Program by December 1st. For more information, and to apply, please visit: http://albertscholars.uncc.edu/
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2020 Senior Events Wristbands
Class of 2020!
We are excited to announce a 2020 Senior Events Wristband is available for purchase on the school website until December 31, 2020. Use your wristband for safe and fun monthly drive-thru events at the school starting in January 2021. More detailed information will be shared through the NMHS Viking Vine, Weekly ConnectEds, and the new Viking Student News platform launching soon. Get your 2020 wristband before they are gone! Please email lauren.talton@cms.k12.nc.us with specific questions. |
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Health Assessment
The deadline for NC required immunizations and the Health Assessment form has been extended to Dec 31. In this ever-changing and challenging environment many of these necessary appointments have not been the first priority for many families. After looking at the needs of our community, free health assessments are being offered to students that are entering kindergarten and students (regardless of grade) that are new to the NC Public school system.
These health assessments will require an appointment that can be made by clicking the link below. APPOINTMENTS CANNOT BE MADE THROUGH THE CLINIC, ONLY BY THE LINK BELOW.
Instructions to register online are available. (English/ Español )
The event will be held:
Saturday, November 21, 10AM-3PM
Michael Jordan Family Medical Clinic- North End
2701 Statesville Ave.
Charlotte, NC 28206
https://nhmycommunity.auntbertha.com/scheduler/search/appointments/ahJzfnNlYXJjaGJlcnRoYS1ocmRyEwsSBk9mZmljZRiAgPCOyNnWCAw?postal=28203&timezone=US%2FEastern&radius=150
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Undecided Night ~ December 3, 2020 6-7:30pm
Zoom link to join will be shared on November 30.
Registration Link
bit.ly/UndecidedNight
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High School Battle of the Books (HBOB)
North Mecklenburg High School is participating in High School Battle of the Books or HBOB again this year. The purpose of the Battle of the Books program is to encourage reading by all students. The HBOB team will compete against other schools within our district. The winner of the HBOB district competition will move on to compete in a state regional competition. Students on the HBOB team compete in a game-like format similar to Jeopardy where all questions are stated in the form of “In which book did …,” and all answers are in the form of a book’s title and author.
Students in HBOB are exposed to quality literature representing a variety of literary styles and viewpoints by prominent authors in the area of young adult literature. To see a list of this year’s HBOB titles click here. We welcome readers of all abilities!! Please encourage your high school student to participate in HBOB this year. For information on meeting times and book trailers click here.
Reading is for everyone! Please email Mrs. Ebert with any questions at amyf.ebert@cms.k12.nc.us or call 704-350-5853.
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Bank of America Student Leaders®
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Through Student Leaders®, Bank of America recognizes high school students who lead and serve in their own communities and beyond. We connect Student Leaders to tools and resources to help make communities better.
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As a Student Leader, you will:
- Work as a paid intern at a local nonprofit for eight weeks
- Attend the week long Student Leaders Summit in Washington, D.C.*
- Develop leadership and career skills
- Connect with like-minded students from your own community and across the country
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Juniors and Seniors:
Apply from November 2, 2020, to January 29, 2021.
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Legal disclosures and information
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In-person events will be in line with local and national guidelines around gatherings and travel and may be subject to change.
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FAQs for Bank of America Student Leaders®
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SAT Updates
Please email Mrs. Stonehouse with any questions. amyc.wease@cms.k12.nc.us
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| SAT DATES |
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| December 5, 2020 |
| March 13, 2021 |
| May 8, 2021 |
| June 5, 2021 |
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NC Hope program/El programa NC Hope
NC Hope program is providing rent and Utility Assistance. Renters who need rent or utility assistance can apply online here. Applicants who cannot access the online application can also call 2-1-1 and speak with a program representative, who will assist the caller through the application on the phone.
Callers can reach 2-1-1 Monday-Friday between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Renters can apply for utility assistance, rent assistance or both programs. Rent assistance is paid to the landlord on behalf of the applicant. This includes overdue and future rent payments, for up to six months.
El programa NC Hope proporciona asistencia para el alquiler y los servicios públicos. Los inquilinos que necesiten asistencia para el alquiler o los servicios públicos pueden solicitarla en línea aquí. Los solicitantes que no pueden acceder a la solicitud en línea también pueden llamar al 2-1-1 y hablar con un representante del programa, quien ayudará a la persona que llama a través de la solicitud en el teléfono.
Las personas que llaman pueden comunicarse con el 2-1-1 de lunes a viernes entre las 7 a.m. y las 6 p.m. Los inquilinos pueden solicitar asistencia con los servicios públicos, asistencia con el alquiler o ambos programas. La asistencia para el alquiler se paga al arrendador en nombre del solicitante. Esto incluye pagos de alquiler vencidos y futuros, hasta por seis meses.
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Free K-12 Tutoring!/¡Tutoría Gratuita K-12!
When: One hour before or after school twice a week.
Cuando: Una hora antes o después de escuela, dos veces a la semana.
Sign-up/Regístrate:
bit.ly/ELTUTORING
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Salvation Army Christmas
Assistance Progams - 2020
Register information is available here.
Please Note:
There will be NO in-person interviews for Christmas assistance this year. If you would like to apply for assistance, please visit the link for the appropriate program (descriptions below) to fill out an online pre-registration form. IMPORTANT: Make sure to include your phone number and Email address in order to receive future communication about your application. Once your application request is complete, you will be contacted by a Salvation Army staff member for any questions or additional information by phone. If you registered for assistance with us in 2019, no documentation will be necessary unless you have moved or have an additional child to register. Any required documents will be provided over video, by photo or by drive up appointment.
NO habrá entrevistas en persona para asistencia de Navidad este año. Si desea solicitar asistencia, visite el enlace del programa correspondiente (descripciones a continuación) para completar un formulario de preinscripción en línea. IMPORTANTE: asegúrese de incluir su número de teléfono y dirección de correo electrónico para recibir comunicaciones futuras sobre su solicitud. Una vez que su solicitud de solicitud esté completa, un miembro del personal del Ejército de Salvación se comunicará con usted por teléfono para cualquier pregunta o información adicional. Si se registró para recibir asistencia con nosotros en 2019, no será necesaria ninguna documentación a menos que se haya mudado o tenga un hijo adicional para registrarse. Todos los documentos requeridos se proporcionarán por video, por foto o por cita previa.
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Invest in Exellence is just that: the opportunity for you to invest in North Mecklenburg High School and its students, staff, and families. It goes directly into our general fund, where we use it throughout the year to continue our good works at North.
We are a non-profit organization and your donation may be tax-deductible.
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Spirit Gear
Visit http://shop.northmeckathletics.com to purchase items. Use ‘govikings’ as the promo code to receive 20% off your purchase. You can pick up items in the front office when they are ready for pickup
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Stay up to date with all schedules and other sports news at the North Meck Athletic Zone. You can also follow athletics Twitter feeds at:
- North Mecklenburg HS - @NorthMeck_CMS
- North Meck Sports - @NorthMeckSports
- North Meck Softball - @VikingsSoftball
- NorthMeckBasketball - @NorthMeckBall
- NorthMeckFootball - @NorthMeckFB
- North Meck Swim&Dive - @NMSwim_Dive
- North Meck Soccer - @northmecksoccer
- North Meck Tennis
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Get the CMS Mobile App
Stay in touch with news, lunch menus, student grades, social media, school calendars and more…all at the touch of a finger. The CMS mobile app is available for both iOS and Android devices. Get links to download at the CMS website. |
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Report Bullying Anonymously
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools strive to provide and maintain inclusive learning environments free from negative behaviors that can disrupt education. Visit the CMS anti-bullying website to report concerns anonymously and safely.
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Know someone who should be getting the Viking Vine but isn't? Forward them this email, and encourage them to sign up.
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