Beyond the Classroom at Grimsley Ms. Kendra Hickman and Ms. Kaylin Bugica

Introduction One or two videos? Grimsley’s Blue Steel Drumline: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3k0sdJZqxY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sy2PlrmPcIE GCSNC NewsBreak Service Learning

Clubs/Organizations

Academic and Professional Organizations

Recreational, Extracurricular and Civic Clubs: Movie Critics Club G.L.A.M.

Find The Right Club For You With over 70 clubs and organizations at Grimsley, you will be able a way to get involved! Some organizations (National Honor Society, Student Ambassadors, etc.) require applications. Think of not only your academic interests but your personal interests. You will be given a list of clubs today. You can also use the Grimsley High School website under the Students tab to view active clubs.

How To Start Your Own Club New clubs must have approval from the administration and a faculty sponsor. A club approval form is available in the Main Office. The club has to have a valid school-based purpose that isn’t already duplicated by another club

Athletics

Athletic Eligibility GPA 2.0 weighted* Miss < 13 days*+ Pass 5 classes* Student and Parent Honor Code Must be a resident Current Physical exam enough credits for present class year *Keep in mind that all eligibility is based on the previous semester, not year* +All absences, regardless of the code, are considered an absence based on the NCHSAA rules. There are no excused absences in regards to athletic eligibility.

What you need to Tryout or learn more about a sport How to find out about a sport or tryouts Must have all forms in prior to try-outs Must meet all Eligibility requirements Attend an interest meeting Look for posters Watch the scrolling presentation on the TV Go talk to the coach Ask upper classmen

How to be Prepared for a Tryout/Audition Plan ahead- which activity are you trying out for? What equipment will you need? Check to be sure you can balance sports with academics Practice- Don’t show up cold-turkey; work hard to make a good impression and improve your skills Don’t over work- you want to be fit and ready for tryouts, but don’t push yourself too hard. Eat and sleep healthy- the only way you can be successful in life is to make sure you fulfill your necessities of living first.

Student-Athletes Very busy people Multi-tasker Determination Dedication Avoid failing classes/seek help with academics when needed Student first, then athlete- You need to work hard now (even as Freshmen) to give yourself choices in the future (college, professional sports, work)

Supporting Athletics Attend games/meets/competitions Grimsley Athletic Booster Club (parents) Volunteer to be a records keeper Volunteer at games

Service-Learning at Grimsley Grimsley High School

Service-Learning Team Mrs. Saunders Student In-School and Community Projects and Opportunities 100 Hours –Award 250 Hours-Diploma Service Learning Ambassadors Food Pantry Club English Department, Room 215/Main

Service-Learning Ambassadors Grimsley High School

Who May Participate? The Program is Open to All Students Service Hours Count Toward Service Learning Recognition Programs We meet the first and third Wednesday of each month

What is a Service-Learning Ambassador? A Service Learning Ambassador is a Whirlie Involved in the Service of Others Through the Following Leadership Activities: Planned Events to Support the Grimsley Community Pantry and Clothing Drives Toy and Book Drives Reading Programs Fundraisers to Support Future Activities Developed by the Team

Online Hour Tracking Service Learning Ambassadors also provide monthly and ongoing support to Grimsley students for online hour entry x2Vol is a new program to start in October Students may use an app to enter hours Look for Service-Learning documentation form on the student tab on the Grimsley website See Mrs. Saunders or Service-Learning Ambassadors for assistance

Look for Meeting Announcements Soon!

Food Pantry Club Meets First Tuesday of Each Month Room 215/Main; Mrs. Saunders Room Involves: Food Drives Volunteer Opportunities in the Food Pantry Stocking Food Fundraising

Miles for Matthew Service Volunteer Opportunity through Grimsley 5k/10k at Lindley Elementary on October 8th Sign-up information on announcements, posters, and scrolling announcements See Mrs. Allison Greiner in World Languages, room 868 Use this link: www.runsignup.com/Miles4Matthew Ask a Service Learning Ambassador for more information

Service-Learning Ambassadors New Projects Food Deserts and Grimsley Garden Book Deserts Lindley Elementary Any Questions?