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NEWS & INFO |
Parent Perception Survey: Cognia Accreditation - Midtown parents, please take 2 minutes and complete this short parent perception survey. Your honest feedback will help us improve your family’s experiences here at Midtown.
Help - Toaster Ovens Needed! Please support the ELA STEAM PoeTree Project scheduled February 1st & 2nd by lending/donating your functioning toaster ovens. Contact Ms. Stacey Tanner to make arrangements for drop off (stanner@apsk12.org | 404.802.3037).
As students head back to school this winter, please consider donating boxes of Kleenex. Donations can be dropped off in the front office.
(MS)2 program at Phillips Academy in Massachusetts, is looking for 9th grade students! Application Deadline Due Jan. 15th. Mathematics & Science for Minority Students is a rigorous, residential STEM program that students participate in over three summers on the campus of Phillips Academy. They focus on serving high-achieving students from disadvantaged backgrounds. The program and all expenses are free to students. Here’s a link to the program’s website: https://www.andover.edu/about/outreach/ms2
MHS Parents + Business Owners: Grady Cares Needs Your Support! Grady Cares provides emergency help to students in the Midtown High School cluster of schools who are experiencing homelessness or poverty with immediate access to food, clothing and supplies.
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 | Buy Your Tickets!Midtown High School PTSO's annual fundraiser will be on Saturday, January 27th at Park Tavern starting at 6:00pm. It will be a fun-filled evening with music, heavy hors d'oeuvres, a live auction, dancing, and will showcase Midtown High School student talent, plus more!
The countdown is on, get your tickets now! | |
|  | Sign Up to HelpWe need volunteers to help with this event - set up, check in, check out, clean up, raffles and other items. If you can help out we’d so appreciate it!
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| Your Ultimate Spring Break Adventure in Colombia! Experience the real ENCANTO
Embark on an educational journey to Colombia! Immerse yourself in rich culture, explore historical landmarks, and create lasting memories with friends on this unforgettable school trip.
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SPORTS |
Fall Letter Ceremony
The ceremony had to be canceled last week. Please speak with your individual coaches if you have questions. |
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Spring Sports Tryouts Tennis Track Baseball Lacrosse Soccer Golf
Check Tryout Schedule for each individual spring sport. |
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Baseball Tryouts | Jan. 16 -17 | 4:45P - 6:45P | Walden Tryouts | Jan. 17 | 4:45P - 6:45P | Walden |
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Girls Soccer Tryouts | Jan. 16 | 4P - 5:30P | Stadium Tryouts | Jan. 17 | 5:30P - 7P | Stadium Tryouts | Jan. 18 | 4P - 5:30P | Stadium Tryouts | Jan. 19 | 5:30P - 7P | Stadium |
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Boys Soccer Tryouts | Jan. 16 | 5:30P - 7P | Stadium Tryouts | Jan. 17 | 4P - 5:30P | Stadium Tryouts | Jan. 18 | 5:30P - 7P | Stadium Tryouts | Jan. 19 | 4P - 5:30P | Stadium |
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Girls Lacrosse Tryouts | Jan. 16 | 4:30P - 6:30P | Walden Tryouts | Jan. 17 | 6P - 8P | Walden Tryouts | Jan. 18 | 4:30P - 6:30P | Walden Tryouts | Jan. 19 | 4:30P - 6:30P | Walden |
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Boys Lacrosse Tryouts | Jan. 16 | 6P - 8P | Walden Tryouts | Jan. 17 | 4:30P - 6:30P | Walden Tryouts | Jan. 18 | 6P - 8P | Walden Tryouts | Jan. 19 | 5:30P - 7P | Walden |
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Ultimate Gauntlet Tryouts | Jan. 16 -18 | 7:30P - 9:30P | Stadium |
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Girls Varsity Basketball Game vs Banneker | Jan. 19 | 6P - 8P | Gym |
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Boys Varsity Basketball Game vs Banneker | Jan. 19 | 7:30P - 9P | Gym |
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Track Team Tryouts | Jan. 20 | 12P - 2:30P | Track
Open to all athletes interested in joining the track team - all events. Track practice has begun and all athletes who meet DragonFly requirements can practice to get ready for time trial tryouts. If interested in trying out, please sign up so each event can be planned properly. |
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Girls Varsity Basketball Game vs Chapel Hill | Jan. 20 | 4P - 6P | Gym |
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Boys Varsity Basketball Game vs Chapel Hill | Jan. 20 | 5:30P - 7:30P | Gym |
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Calling all current and new Midtown athletes - You Need TeamSnap!
If your child is interested in playing a sport at Midtown High School this year, please sign up for TeamSnap. TeamSnap will be used for all communication, interest meetings, and scheduling. You will also receive the invoice for Team Fees through this account. |
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CLUBS |
Latin Club Meeting | Jan. 18 | 4P - 5P | Rm. A301 (Mr. Allen) |
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Drama Club Meeting | Jan. 18 | 4P - 5P | BBT |
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BETA Club Meeting | Jan. 22 | 4P - 5P | Multipurpose Rm. |
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TSA Club Meeting | Jan. 22 | 4P - 4:30P | Rm. A106 (Ms. Nunnink) |
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Robotics Club Dine Out | Jan. 24 | 6P - 9P | Sweet Auburn BBQ
Come support Midtown's award winning G3 Robotics team with a delicious meal at Sweet Auburn BBQ. They are holding a Dine Out on Wednesday January 24 from 6-9 pm. 10% of proceeds will go to the team and funds will be used to cover travel, room, entry, and related fees that are required to participate in FIRST Robotics Competitions throughout Georgia and the region. Let us know if you can make it! |
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French Club Meeting | Jan. 25 | 4P - 5P | Rm. A303 (Ms. Holzhausen) |
Plantlanta Club Meeting | Jan. 25 | 4P - 5P | Rm. E211 (Ms. Boyd) |
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Jesters Club Support Midtown Jesters - Buy a Knights Card and Save. Using your Knights Card will save you money, support local businesses, and help our Jesters! |
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CCC + COUNSELOR’S CORNER |
Upcoming College Representative Visits 1/18 | CIEE: Council on International Educational Exchange 1/22 | Long Island University - Post 1/22 | University at Albany, SUNY 1/22 | Appalachian State University 1/29 | Mississippi State University
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Please sign in at the CCC desk and an adviser will direct you where to go in the media center. There is limited space, so please sign up to reserve your spot if interested in attending. |
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PSAT Interpretation/SAT Prep PSAT, ACT & SAT Understanding Scores zoom call on the 31st of Jan. for parents and students.
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Scholarship Information Seniors need to view the following link which lists all of the scholarships that are available. There are so many and if you don't apply you will never know!
2024 Scholarships Available |
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Georgia MATCH Learn about the Georgia MATCH Program and seniors be on the look out for mail regarding new MATCH opportunities. College and University Opportunites for Seniors new MATCH program. |
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PTSO HAPPENINGS |
| Teacher Snacks of Appreciation
Our teachers can always use a little pick-me-up during the day! We want to keep the lounge as stocked as possible throughout the year. The list will be continually updated, so check often.
Show Them Our Appreciation |
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THE ROUNDUP |
💡Did you know that APS has an anonymous reporting system called Say Something where anyone can submit a tip regarding safety concerns? Call the 24/7 Crisis Hotline counselors at 1-844-5-SayNow, use the secure website, or download the Say Something mobile app. Learn More.
📢 13 APS Scholars earn Posse Foundation scholarships - 4 from Midtown! |
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