MMMaynard Holbrook Jackson High School is

honored to be the first recipient of the “The

People’s Mayor: Maynard Jackson and the Poli-tics of Transformation” exhibit. The traveling

exhibition is on loan from the Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library. MHJHS is

the first Atlanta Public School to host an exhibit of its namesake.

The exhibit offers visitors an engaging jour-

ney through biographical and historical high-lights of Jackson’s mayoral career. Upon win-

ning the election for mayor of Atlanta in October 1973, Maynard Holbrook Jackson, Jr. became

not only the youngest mayor of a major south-

ern city but also the first African American mayor. A dynamic and dedicated politician,

Jackson transformed city government, revolu-tionized both labor and neighborhood relations,

raised the profile of the city, and galvanized the communities of Atlanta. He served two consecu-

tive terms and then returned for a third term in

1990. The planning to bring the exhibit to Maynard

Holbrook Jackson High School has been a collabo-rative effort among school leadership and staff,

the Woodruff Library archive staff, APS central

staff and the Maynard Jackson Youth Foundation. Selected teachers from each small learning com-

munity at MHJHS visited the Woodruff Library on Jan. 12, 2012 to plan an interdisciplinary unit

which incorporated the thematic pathways of the small learning community. A repre-

sentative of the Woodruff Library’s Archive Department conducted workshops at MHJHS for students on Feb. 1, 2012. Forty eight students visited the Woodruff Library

to view the archives on February 3, 2012. The end product of the collaboration will be multimedia projects completed by teams of students.

The exhibition will be housed at MHJHS from Feb. 27, 2012 until March 30, 2012. A gala reception sponsored by Sodexo and The Maynard Jackson Youth Foundation kicked

off the exhibition on Feb. 27, 2012. The exhibit will be open to the public during its stay

at the school. A culminating program will end the exhibition on March 30, 2012. The program will feature speakers who knew Maynard Jackson and prizes will be given to

students who present the best multimedia projects.

Maynard Jackson High School

801 Glenwood Rd. Atl. GA

Principal: Shirlene Carter

Newsletter Editor:

Akiba Gilbert

To subscribe to Jaguar Nation or to submit newsletter articles, announce-ments, or suggestions please email:

MJHSNews@itjaguars.org or

Submit to Rm. 138 IT Academy

People’s Mayor 1

Principal’s Message

2

Counselor’s Connection

4

JROTC News 5

Fit Teens Return 6

MHJHS Spotlight 6

IT’s Gone Google 7

Keeping Up with Information Tech

7

Create Your Own Candy Bar

7

Governor’s Honor 7

90+ Celebration 8

Trumpet Awards 9

Superior Chorus 9

Jaguar Sports 10

Jaguar—scope 11

Poetry/Drawing

Contest Winners 12

F E B / M A R 2 0 1 2

Jaguar Nation A B i - M o n t h l y N e w s l e tt e r b y

M a y n a r d H . J a c k s o n H . S . D r . S h i r l e n e B . C a r t e r , P r i n c i p a l

Mayor Maynard H. Jackson Jr. March 23, 1938—June 23, 2003

“Politics is not perfect but it's the best

available nonviolent means of changing

how we live.”

- Mayor Maynard H. Jackson Jr. -

MMMaynard Holbrook Jackson High School is

honored to be the first recipient of the “The

People’s Mayor: Maynard Jackson and the Poli-tics of Transformation” exhibit. The traveling

exhibition is on loan from the Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library. MHJHS is

the first Atlanta Public School to host an exhibit of its namesake.

The exhibit offers visitors an engaging jour-

ney through biographical and historical high-lights of Jackson’s mayoral career. Upon win-

ning the election for mayor of Atlanta in October 1973, Maynard Holbrook Jackson, Jr. became

not only the youngest mayor of a major south-

ern city but also the first African American mayor. A dynamic and dedicated politician,

Jackson transformed city government, revolu-tionized both labor and neighborhood relations,

raised the profile of the city, and galvanized the communities of Atlanta. He served two consecu-

tive terms and then returned for a third term in

1990. The planning to bring the exhibit to Maynard

Holbrook Jackson High School has been a collabo-rative effort among school leadership and staff,

the Woodruff Library archive staff, APS central

staff and the Maynard Jackson Youth Foundation. Selected teachers from each small learning com-

munity at MHJHS visited the Woodruff Library on Jan. 12, 2012 to plan an interdisciplinary unit

which incorporated the thematic pathways of the small learning community. A repre-

sentative of the Woodruff Library’s Archive Department conducted workshops at MHJHS for students on Feb. 1, 2012. Forty eight students visited the Woodruff Library

to view the archives on February 3, 2012. The end product of the collaboration will be multimedia projects completed by teams of students.

The exhibition will be housed at MHJHS from Feb. 27, 2012 until March 30, 2012. A gala reception sponsored by Sodexo and The Maynard Jackson Youth Foundation kicked

off the exhibition on Feb. 27, 2012. The exhibit will be open to the public during its stay

at the school. A culminating program will end the exhibition on March 30, 2012. The program will feature speakers who knew Maynard Jackson and prizes will be given to

students who present the best multimedia projects.

Maynard Jackson High School

801 Glenwood Rd. Atl. GA

Principal: Shirlene Carter

Newsletter Editor:

Akiba Gilbert

To subscribe to Jaguar Nation or to submit newsletter articles, announce-ments, or suggestions please email:

MJHSNews@itjaguars.org or

Submit to Rm. 138 IT Academy

People’s Mayor 1

Principal’s Message

2

Counselor’s Connection

4

JROTC News 5

Fit Teens Return 6

MHJHS Spotlight 6

IT’s Gone Google 7

Keeping Up with Information Tech

7

Create Your Own Candy Bar

7

Governor’s Honor 7

90+ Celebration 8

Trumpet Awards 9

Superior Chorus 9

Jaguar Sports 10

Jaguar—scope 11

Poetry/Drawing

Contest Winners 12

F E B / M A R 2 0 1 2

Jaguar Nation A B i - M o n t h l y N e w s l e tt e r b y

M a y n a r d H . J a c k s o n H . S . D r . S h i r l e n e B . C a r t e r , P r i n c i p a l

Mayor Maynard H. Jackson Jr. March 23, 1938—June 23, 2003

“Politics is not perfect but it's the best

available nonviolent means of changing

how we live.”

- Mayor Maynard H. Jackson Jr. -

P A G E 2

Principal’s Message Dr. Shirlene B. Carter, Principal, MHJHS Calling all Parents and Community Members:

We recognize the important contributions parents make

toward a child’s success in school. There is no question about it - “success at school begins at home.”

One of the most important components of a good school is the partnership between the school and parents who

work together for the best interest of children. We want this partnership to be an exceptional strength at Maynard

Holbrook Jackson High School.

Throughout the year parents have the opportunity to

develop that partnership in a wide variety of ways. Parents join the PTSA, volunteer in the classroom, help at school

events, attend Local School Council meetings, schedule

visits to their child’s classrooms and help in many other

ways. I have found that in the most successful classrooms,

teachers have established specific routines for the students to follow. These routines blended with the teacher’s con-

sistent delivery of rigorous and relevant instruction create

the foundation for student success. At home, it is also important to provide routines; yes,

even with high school students. These routines provide an opportunity for students to develop self-discipline, stimu-

late imagination and enhance other life skills. A partnership with the broader community is essential as

well. This relationship provides mutual opportunities to get

public support for our school and enable us to mobilize ex-isting resources. From the school’s perspective, we can

replace negative perceptions with positive truths about our school. The community benefits from the quality prepara-

tion of a cadre of global citizens who will one day take

charge of our world. At Maynard Holbrook Jackson High school we support a

strong and effective collaboration with our parents and the broader community. To that end, we are physically

stretching our efforts by going to various community ven-ues to meet our parents and community members. We

hope this will extend our efforts for on-going and two- way

communications as we work in collaboration for the aca-demic success of all students.

Shirlene B. Carter, Ed.D., Principal

MHJHS Motto: Educating for Excellence

MHJHS Mission Ensure a rigorous academic program for all student that develop critical and creative

thinkers and caring global citizens. Empower our school community to cultivate a more peaceful world through

inter-cultural understanding and respect.

MHJHS Vision Maynard H. Jackson High School will become and sustain Blue Ribbon Status.

MHJHS Mascot Jaguars

MHJHS Colors Crimson and Gold

P A G E 2

Principal’s Message Dr. Shirlene B. Carter, Principal, MHJHS Calling all Parents and Community Members:

We recognize the important contributions parents make

toward a child’s success in school. There is no question about it - “success at school begins at home.”

One of the most important components of a good school is the partnership between the school and parents who

work together for the best interest of children. We want this partnership to be an exceptional strength at Maynard

Holbrook Jackson High School.

Throughout the year parents have the opportunity to

develop that partnership in a wide variety of ways. Parents join the PTSA, volunteer in the classroom, help at school

events, attend Local School Council meetings, schedule

visits to their child’s classrooms and help in many other

ways. I have found that in the most successful classrooms,

teachers have established specific routines for the students to follow. These routines blended with the teacher’s con-

sistent delivery of rigorous and relevant instruction create

the foundation for student success. At home, it is also important to provide routines; yes,

even with high school students. These routines provide an opportunity for students to develop self-discipline, stimu-

late imagination and enhance other life skills. A partnership with the broader community is essential as

well. This relationship provides mutual opportunities to get

public support for our school and enable us to mobilize ex-isting resources. From the school’s perspective, we can

replace negative perceptions with positive truths about our school. The community benefits from the quality prepara-

tion of a cadre of global citizens who will one day take

charge of our world. At Maynard Holbrook Jackson High school we support a

strong and effective collaboration with our parents and the broader community. To that end, we are physically

stretching our efforts by going to various community ven-ues to meet our parents and community members. We

hope this will extend our efforts for on-going and two- way

communications as we work in collaboration for the aca-demic success of all students.

Shirlene B. Carter, Ed.D., Principal

MHJHS Motto: Educating for Excellence

MHJHS Mission Ensure a rigorous academic program for all student that develop critical and creative

thinkers and caring global citizens. Empower our school community to cultivate a more peaceful world through

inter-cultural understanding and respect.

MHJHS Vision Maynard H. Jackson High School will become and sustain Blue Ribbon Status.

MHJHS Mascot Jaguars

MHJHS Colors Crimson and Gold

P A G E 3

JAGUAR PARENTS CORNER

Article adapted from Atlanta School Guide Magazine

Summer/Fall 2011 publication

Does the school have an academic specialty?

What is the student to teacher ratio?

What is the availability of teachers to students outside of

the class?

Are there after-school programs available?

What is the daily class structure like?

What sort of grading system is used?

If my child needs extra assistance, what programs are

there to accommodate this need?

How often should I expect correspondence from the teach-

er on how my child is doing?

Is the school accredited and by which organizations?

What resources are available to students outside the class-

room?

Are your students involved in sports or community ser-

vice?

How is technology incorporated into the classroom?

QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER AT AN OPEN HOUSE

Meet Kenneth Ford

Mr. Kenneth Ford is the PTSA Presi-

dent for Maynard Jackson High School.

He is the father of three children and is a recently retired Deputy Captain with

the Federal Bureau of Prisons in Atlan-

ta. His son, Kevan Ford, is a 10th grade student in the Information Technology

Academy at MJHS. Mr. Ford’s most recent role at Jack-

son H.S. is assisting students with a

project sponsored by AT&T and Georgia Tech. The project challenges students to be innovators of

tomorrow’s technology. His message for any parent is to “not just drop off your

children at the school door, but come inside and get in-volved!” Mr. Ford welcomes parents, teachers, and communi-

ty members to become involved with PTSA. To reach him,

please contact the main office of the school at 404-802-5200.

Why Join the MHJHS Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA)?

The number one reason to join the Parent Teacher Association is to benefit your child. In doing so, you also help our

school. Below are just a few advantages among many to being an active PTSA member.

Stay connected. There is no better way to know what is going on in our school

Discover great resources. Your PTSA provides a variety of programs designed for parents as well as students.

Tap into a network. Parenting in not easy. It helps to share ideas, concerns and experiences with other parents and

educators in the community. PTSA functions are opportunities to meet other parents and teachers, build rapport and discuss issues that are on your mind.

Speak Up. Because the PTSA is a forum for exchanging ideas, you are encouraged to make suggestions. PTSA can be

a way for you to more effectively suggest changes at our school.

Witness Improvement. By getting involved at MHJHS, you will be part of the solution and help make positive chang-es. Your PTSA plays an important role in fundraising activities to provide building improvements, curriculum-based pro-

grams, and social events which are all vital to our school’s success.

Be a Role Model. By becoming a PTSA member you will be demonstrating to your child the importance you place on education and community service.

For only $5.00 a year, you can become a PTSA member, joining nearly 6 million other stakeholders nationwide who

share your interest in issues affecting children. Everyone (parents, educators, students and other citizens active in their schools and communities) is invited to join the PTSA

Are you interested in participating in a Parent Focus Group for Maynard Jackson High School?

MHJHS will be holding four parent focus group meetings and we are in need of parents participants. All meetings will take place at Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School . The dates for the meetings are:

March 20, 2012 10:00am April 24, 2012 6:30pm May 15, 2012 10:00am

For more information contact Beverly Watson, Parent Liaison, at 404-802-5200.

P A G E 3

JAGUAR PARENTS CORNER

Article adapted from Atlanta School Guide Magazine

Summer/Fall 2011 publication

Does the school have an academic specialty?

What is the student to teacher ratio?

What is the availability of teachers to students outside of

the class?

Are there after-school programs available?

What is the daily class structure like?

What sort of grading system is used?

If my child needs extra assistance, what programs are

there to accommodate this need?

How often should I expect correspondence from the teach-

er on how my child is doing?

Is the school accredited and by which organizations?

What resources are available to students outside the class-

room?

Are your students involved in sports or community ser-

vice?

How is technology incorporated into the classroom?

QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER AT AN OPEN HOUSE

Meet Kenneth Ford

Mr. Kenneth Ford is the PTSA Presi-

dent for Maynard Jackson High School.

He is the father of three children and is a recently retired Deputy Captain with

the Federal Bureau of Prisons in Atlan-

ta. His son, Kevan Ford, is a 10th grade student in the Information Technology

Academy at MJHS. Mr. Ford’s most recent role at Jack-

son H.S. is assisting students with a

project sponsored by AT&T and Georgia Tech. The project challenges students to be innovators of

tomorrow’s technology. His message for any parent is to “not just drop off your

children at the school door, but come inside and get in-volved!” Mr. Ford welcomes parents, teachers, and communi-

ty members to become involved with PTSA. To reach him,

please contact the main office of the school at 404-802-5200.

Why Join the MHJHS Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA)?

The number one reason to join the Parent Teacher Association is to benefit your child. In doing so, you also help our

school. Below are just a few advantages among many to being an active PTSA member.

Stay connected. There is no better way to know what is going on in our school

Discover great resources. Your PTSA provides a variety of programs designed for parents as well as students.

Tap into a network. Parenting in not easy. It helps to share ideas, concerns and experiences with other parents and

educators in the community. PTSA functions are opportunities to meet other parents and teachers, build rapport and discuss issues that are on your mind.

Speak Up. Because the PTSA is a forum for exchanging ideas, you are encouraged to make suggestions. PTSA can be

a way for you to more effectively suggest changes at our school.

Witness Improvement. By getting involved at MHJHS, you will be part of the solution and help make positive chang-es. Your PTSA plays an important role in fundraising activities to provide building improvements, curriculum-based pro-

grams, and social events which are all vital to our school’s success.

Be a Role Model. By becoming a PTSA member you will be demonstrating to your child the importance you place on education and community service.

For only $5.00 a year, you can become a PTSA member, joining nearly 6 million other stakeholders nationwide who

share your interest in issues affecting children. Everyone (parents, educators, students and other citizens active in their schools and communities) is invited to join the PTSA

Are you interested in participating in a Parent Focus Group for Maynard Jackson High School?

MHJHS will be holding four parent focus group meetings and we are in need of parents participants. All meetings will take place at Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School . The dates for the meetings are:

March 20, 2012 10:00am April 24, 2012 6:30pm May 15, 2012 10:00am

For more information contact Beverly Watson, Parent Liaison, at 404-802-5200.

P A G E 4

COUNSELORS’ CORNER Welcome to Maynard Jackson High School Counselors’ Corner! The

school counselors here at Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School believe that every child can learn and should be given the same opportunities. All students

have the right to participate in our comprehensive school counseling program.

New Students Receive Warm Welcome at MJHS

We would like to extend a warm welcome to all students who are new to Maynard Jackson High School this semester. Parents of new students should

feel free to contact their child's advisory teacher or counselor if they have ques-tions about our school. All counselors can be reached through the school num-

ber at 404-802-5200.

Mr. Vern Brown: Information Technology– Ext. 5208

Dr. Tamika Hibbert: Fine Arts and Media Communications -Ext. 5207 Ms. Lorraine Touchstone: Early College and Engineering- Ext. 5209

Mission Statement

The School Counseling program at Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School aims to positively influence students for suc-

cess in postsecondary education or the workforce. Our mission is to empower all students to meet their potential. School counselors provide support to all students' academic achievement. Our program offers planning and guidance services

to help students achieve academic and career goals through a partnership with students, parents, community, faculty, and staff.

Belief Statements of the School Counseling Department

All students have the right to be served by the school counseling program.

All students have the right to a fair and equal education.

It is the responsibility of every staff member of the school system to ensure the emotional, mental and physical

safety of the students.

It is the responsibility of the school counseling program to plan and coordinate school counseling activities.

Each school counselor is to be held accountable for following national, state, local and district rules when it comes

to the student's right to confidentiality.

Each school counselor is to be held accountable for maintaining the highest level of professionalism when working

with students, parents, teachers and the community.

Every student has the right to discuss personal matters with the school counselors.

The school counseling program will follow the guidelines of the American School Counseling Association.

American School Counselor Association's National Standards

Academic Achievement Students will receive the help needed to ensure academic success. Students will show that they have achieved success

through graduation.

Career Development

Students will get to know themselves, their talents and their interests with the help of the school counselors. This will help guide students toward their post-secondary education and/or career.

Personal/Social Development Students will develop interpersonal skills that will help them develop personally and socially. Students will learn to have

respect for themselves and others.

P A G E 4

COUNSELORS’ CORNER Welcome to Maynard Jackson High School Counselors’ Corner! The

school counselors here at Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School believe that every child can learn and should be given the same opportunities. All students

have the right to participate in our comprehensive school counseling program.

New Students Receive Warm Welcome at MJHS

We would like to extend a warm welcome to all students who are new to Maynard Jackson High School this semester. Parents of new students should

feel free to contact their child's advisory teacher or counselor if they have ques-tions about our school. All counselors can be reached through the school num-

ber at 404-802-5200.

Mr. Vern Brown: Information Technology– Ext. 5208

Dr. Tamika Hibbert: Fine Arts and Media Communications -Ext. 5207 Ms. Lorraine Touchstone: Early College and Engineering- Ext. 5209

Mission Statement

The School Counseling program at Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School aims to positively influence students for suc-

cess in postsecondary education or the workforce. Our mission is to empower all students to meet their potential. School counselors provide support to all students' academic achievement. Our program offers planning and guidance services

to help students achieve academic and career goals through a partnership with students, parents, community, faculty, and staff.

Belief Statements of the School Counseling Department

All students have the right to be served by the school counseling program.

All students have the right to a fair and equal education.

It is the responsibility of every staff member of the school system to ensure the emotional, mental and physical

safety of the students.

It is the responsibility of the school counseling program to plan and coordinate school counseling activities.

Each school counselor is to be held accountable for following national, state, local and district rules when it comes

to the student's right to confidentiality.

Each school counselor is to be held accountable for maintaining the highest level of professionalism when working

with students, parents, teachers and the community.

Every student has the right to discuss personal matters with the school counselors.

The school counseling program will follow the guidelines of the American School Counseling Association.

American School Counselor Association's National Standards

Academic Achievement Students will receive the help needed to ensure academic success. Students will show that they have achieved success

through graduation.

Career Development

Students will get to know themselves, their talents and their interests with the help of the school counselors. This will help guide students toward their post-secondary education and/or career.

Personal/Social Development Students will develop interpersonal skills that will help them develop personally and socially. Students will learn to have

respect for themselves and others.

P A G E 5

JROTC NEWS FIRST QUARTER (DECEMBER –FEBRUARY)

The Jaguar Battalion leadership team for this year is pictured below as well as the instructors. From left to right: C/LTC Amber Messia, C/MAJ Natasha Roberts, C/CSM Brittany Sanders, MAJ Harris, LTC

Brown, SGM Turner and SFC LeGrant.

Following many hours of practice the Jaguar Battalion’s Rifle Team also began participating in competitive events

against area schools. Currently, the rifle team’s record is 4 – 4.

Battalion Commander

Executive Officer

Command Sergeant Major

Previous SAI

Current SAI

NCO In-Charge

Army Instructor

Lam Dang

Mamadou Diallo

Richardo Garcia

Rashad Ruiz

Amber Messia

The Drill Team also capped off many hours of practice by competing in the Area 6 Drill Meet on February 4, 2012.

The regulation unarmed squad, commanded by Cadet Lamar Stanton qualified for the state competition on March 24, 2012 in Augus-

ta. Cadets Lamar Stanton and Aaron As-berry also qualified for state in the Dual Exhi-

bition Armed Drill. Lastly, the JROTC depart-

ment continued to conduct community service or service learning events. Below are some

of the events cadets participated in this school year.

Hospice Center December

Troop Welcome Home December

Junior Achievement at Whitefoord Elementary January

P A G E 5

JROTC NEWS FIRST QUARTER (DECEMBER –FEBRUARY)

The Jaguar Battalion leadership team for this year is pictured below as well as the instructors. From left to right: C/LTC Amber Messia, C/MAJ Natasha Roberts, C/CSM Brittany Sanders, MAJ Harris, LTC

Brown, SGM Turner and SFC LeGrant.

Following many hours of practice the Jaguar Battalion’s Rifle Team also began participating in competitive events

against area schools. Currently, the rifle team’s record is 4 – 4.

Battalion Commander

Executive Officer

Command Sergeant Major

Previous SAI

Current SAI

NCO In-Charge

Army Instructor

Lam Dang

Mamadou Diallo

Richardo Garcia

Rashad Ruiz

Amber Messia

The Drill Team also capped off many hours of practice by competing in the Area 6 Drill Meet on February 4, 2012.

The regulation unarmed squad, commanded by Cadet Lamar Stanton qualified for the state competition on March 24, 2012 in Augus-

ta. Cadets Lamar Stanton and Aaron As-berry also qualified for state in the Dual Exhi-

bition Armed Drill. Lastly, the JROTC depart-

ment continued to conduct community service or service learning events. Below are some

of the events cadets participated in this school year.

Hospice Center December

Troop Welcome Home December

Junior Achievement at Whitefoord Elementary January

P A G E 6

FitTeens Returns - Better than Ever! The strong partnership between

M.H.J.H.S. and the FitWit Foundation

continues, and the upcoming FitWit camp is stronger than ever!

Beginning February 13, 2012 through March 23, 2012, the FitWit

Foundation will conduct its top notch after-school fitness program for both students and teachers four days a week

for one hour. The new addition to the program is a hands-

on cooking/nutrition class held each Wednesday and con-ducted by another amazing non profit organization called

“Cooking Matters”. (www.cookingmatters.org) “We are reaching new students and feel that our pro-

gram has gotten better in

quality each time,” says Michelle Woods, Program Di-

rector for the Foundation. MHJHS was the recipient of

the “Community Partner of the Year” award given out in

mid December by the FitWit

Foundation, and MHJHS was

chosen over several other community supporters! This

award is one of the many displays of a solid alliance be-tween the school and a community service provider.

“One of the primary goals of this program is to connect fun and fitness while really giv-

ing students some easy re-

sources to push themselves at simply being better: better at

fitness, better at homework, better overall”, Michelle adds.

There are many easy ways to support this program. You may

donate bottles of water or low-

calorie spots drinks; purchase/distribute Marta cards; or take

pictures of students while they participate.

Look for an update and some impressive success stories

about FitTeens soon!

For more information or how to assist FitTeens contact: Michelle Woods - michelle@fitwit.com

www.thefitwitfoundation.org

Ms. Eular Robinson

Star Teacher

Guadalupe Pacheco

Star Student

Amanda Hardeman

SGA President

Avery Rodriquez

SGA V-President

Jasmine Griffin

SGA Secretary

Tyneshia Guffie

SGA Treasurer

P A G E 6

FitTeens Returns - Better than Ever! The strong partnership between

M.H.J.H.S. and the FitWit Foundation

continues, and the upcoming FitWit camp is stronger than ever!

Beginning February 13, 2012 through March 23, 2012, the FitWit

Foundation will conduct its top notch after-school fitness program for both students and teachers four days a week

for one hour. The new addition to the program is a hands-

on cooking/nutrition class held each Wednesday and con-ducted by another amazing non profit organization called

“Cooking Matters”. (www.cookingmatters.org) “We are reaching new students and feel that our pro-

gram has gotten better in

quality each time,” says Michelle Woods, Program Di-

rector for the Foundation. MHJHS was the recipient of

the “Community Partner of the Year” award given out in

mid December by the FitWit

Foundation, and MHJHS was

chosen over several other community supporters! This

award is one of the many displays of a solid alliance be-tween the school and a community service provider.

“One of the primary goals of this program is to connect fun and fitness while really giv-

ing students some easy re-

sources to push themselves at simply being better: better at

fitness, better at homework, better overall”, Michelle adds.

There are many easy ways to support this program. You may

donate bottles of water or low-

calorie spots drinks; purchase/distribute Marta cards; or take

pictures of students while they participate.

Look for an update and some impressive success stories

about FitTeens soon!

For more information or how to assist FitTeens contact: Michelle Woods - michelle@fitwit.com

www.thefitwitfoundation.org

Ms. Eular Robinson

Star Teacher

Guadalupe Pacheco

Star Student

Amanda Hardeman

SGA President

Avery Rodriquez

SGA V-President

Jasmine Griffin

SGA Secretary

Tyneshia Guffie

SGA Treasurer

P A G E 7

Alexus Montalvo has been named as a semi-

finalist for Governor’s Honors in dance.

“It is a great opportunity to go through intense dance

training,” said Alexus, “It is an opportunity that many do

not get.” Throughout the summer,

students chosen are able to

intensively study the field of their choice. However, first

they must go through audi-tions and interviews.

“The auditions were a learning experience,” said

Alexus, “I began to cry because I was so nerv-ous...Ms. Mingo gave me words of inspiration. I did

it. I auditioned and interviewed well.” Having danced for years, Alexus chose the field

because “when I dance, it’s like all my worries go away and the music speaks to my spirit.”

She has one more audition and interview to de-

termine her acceptance.

FAMC dance student, Alexus Montalvo

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classmates and work on it at the same time! You can even chat live with friends to get the homework assignments you may have missed. Google docs will help

you become a top scholar in the information technology community!

To access the portal, log on at itjaguars.org. All IT students have already been set up with an account. See your teacher for your user-name and pass-

word. To get started, power on your computer, go to itjaguars.org, and go Google with the IT Jaguar community! Still have questions? See Ms. Gilbert or Mr. Terry in Rm. 138

Access This Logon at ITJAGUARS.ORG today!

IT Has Gone GOOGLE by Zinika Greene

A QR (quick response) code is a type of two dimensional code which was first designed by the

Toyota company and the automotive industry. The purpose of the QR code was to track vehicles

during the manufacturing process. Because of its fast readability and large storage capacity, QR codes have recently become useful to other popular industries all over the world including educa-

tion and Maynard Jackson High School. Use the QR code to the right to quickly access the Maynard Jackson High School website from your smartphone. To learn more about QR codes visit:

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/QR_code

Keeping up with IT at Jackson H.S. by Kevenia Hughes

Governor’s Honors in Dance

Youth Entrepreneur students in Jackson’s IT Academy will com-

pete in the second round of the Create Your Own Candy Bar Con-

test sponsored by Georgia Pacific and The Hershey Company. The contest began in January and included more than 20 en-

tries from student groups across the city. The top 9 group entries will go on to present their

candy bar ideas in front of Hershey and Geor-gia Pacific executives for a chance to win a

Hershey Prize Pack valued at $125 per per-

son. Also included is a 5lb Hershey Bar along with a job shadow experience with Hershey.

The student creators of the ’Jaguar Bar’ (Jared Vincent-Massey, Carla Medrano, Daniel Earwood, and Maria Ramirez) and ‘Hershey Bombs’ (Deja Bolston, Darius Hamlett, Kevan Ford, Staneda Jor-

dan, and Montray Little) were judged on market research tech-niques, market findings, the 5 P’s

of marketing, and a 30 second original commercial. The student

groups will present their contest ideas at Georgia Pacific in early

March.

Jaguar Bar and Hershey Bombs Impress

P A G E 7

Alexus Montalvo has been named as a semi-

finalist for Governor’s Honors in dance.

“It is a great opportunity to go through intense dance

training,” said Alexus, “It is an opportunity that many do

not get.” Throughout the summer,

students chosen are able to

intensively study the field of their choice. However, first

they must go through audi-tions and interviews.

“The auditions were a learning experience,” said

Alexus, “I began to cry because I was so nerv-ous...Ms. Mingo gave me words of inspiration. I did

it. I auditioned and interviewed well.” Having danced for years, Alexus chose the field

because “when I dance, it’s like all my worries go away and the music speaks to my spirit.”

She has one more audition and interview to de-

termine her acceptance.

FAMC dance student, Alexus Montalvo

TTTired of having to print all your class work? Well IT has gone paperless with

the use of Google Docs for Education! Google Docs is an easy-to-use online

word processor, spreadsheet and presentation editor that enables students and teachers to create, store, share instantly and securely, and collaborate online in

real time. With our IT Jaguars portal sponsored by Google Docs, the MJHS IT community can create new documents from scratch or upload existing docu-

ments, spreadsheets, and presentations. There's no software to download, and all your work is stored safely online and can be accessed from any computer

including your computers at home.

Have any group projects? With Google Docs you can share a document with

classmates and work on it at the same time! You can even chat live with friends to get the homework assignments you may have missed. Google docs will help

you become a top scholar in the information technology community!

To access the portal, log on at itjaguars.org. All IT students have already been set up with an account. See your teacher for your user-name and pass-

word. To get started, power on your computer, go to itjaguars.org, and go Google with the IT Jaguar community! Still have questions? See Ms. Gilbert or Mr. Terry in Rm. 138

Access This Logon at ITJAGUARS.ORG today!

IT Has Gone GOOGLE by Zinika Greene

A QR (quick response) code is a type of two dimensional code which was first designed by the

Toyota company and the automotive industry. The purpose of the QR code was to track vehicles

during the manufacturing process. Because of its fast readability and large storage capacity, QR codes have recently become useful to other popular industries all over the world including educa-

tion and Maynard Jackson High School. Use the QR code to the right to quickly access the Maynard Jackson High School website from your smartphone. To learn more about QR codes visit:

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/QR_code

Keeping up with IT at Jackson H.S. by Kevenia Hughes

Governor’s Honors in Dance

Youth Entrepreneur students in Jackson’s IT Academy will com-

pete in the second round of the Create Your Own Candy Bar Con-

test sponsored by Georgia Pacific and The Hershey Company. The contest began in January and included more than 20 en-

tries from student groups across the city. The top 9 group entries will go on to present their

candy bar ideas in front of Hershey and Geor-gia Pacific executives for a chance to win a

Hershey Prize Pack valued at $125 per per-

son. Also included is a 5lb Hershey Bar along with a job shadow experience with Hershey.

The student creators of the ’Jaguar Bar’ (Jared Vincent-Massey, Carla Medrano, Daniel Earwood, and Maria Ramirez) and ‘Hershey Bombs’ (Deja Bolston, Darius Hamlett, Kevan Ford, Staneda Jor-

dan, and Montray Little) were judged on market research tech-niques, market findings, the 5 P’s

of marketing, and a 30 second original commercial. The student

groups will present their contest ideas at Georgia Pacific in early

March.

Jaguar Bar and Hershey Bombs Impress

“Like” Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School by Tracey Jackson

SSSummer is around the corner and Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School is already surfing, the web that is! We

have found a new home on Facebook, and we want you to “like” our fantastic and informative, Roaring Jaguars’ page.

We currently have 250+ likes, but our goal is 500. Our Facebook page contains information about programs such as visits to the Korean School, Stillman College, and

American Continental University. Our page also features upcoming events in which students can participate. Make sure you check our page often.

There are two ways to reach our Facebook page: 1) by searching for “Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School” on Facebook; or 2) by logging onto the official Maynard Jackson High School website and clicking on our Facebook “Like”

button.

Maynard Jackson is the Hype, We’re the Page You Need to Like!

P A G E 8

90+ Celebration

I’m excited to inform you about the

90+Celebration, an exciting new program we

are launching here at Maynard H. Jackson High School.

90+Celebration is aimed at bolstering the cli-

mate and culture of academic achievement we are working together to build here at Maynard

H. Jackson High School and to increase student achievement overall. Working in partnership

with the W.E.B. Du Bois Society, we will begin

this school year to publicly recognize and re-ward students who are working more effectively

to succeed in the classroom, increasing profi-ciency in math and science and sustaining

achievement at the highest level. Eligible students will be nominated to one of

three categories: Academic Spirit, Get on the A-

List, and Academic All-stars. Selected students will be recognized at periodic school-wide as-

semblies, featured on bulletin boards, as well as on our website. They will also receive youth-

appropriate rewards such as educational prod-

ucts, field trips, movie tickets, etc. as prizes for their hard work.

We are working to ensure that all of our stu-dents are motivated to learn and prepared to

succeed academically. I believe the 90+Celebration program can assist us to meet

our academic achievement goals for students by

inspiring them to compete at higher and higher levels.

We are pleased to be working in partnership with the W.E.B. Du Bois Society on this innova-

tive program and excited about the opportunity

we have to complement enthusiastic support with increased student motivation. With your

continued support, we can assure all of our stu-dents are committed to learning and achieving.

Announcements have gone DIGITAL!!

Maynard Jackson High School is pleased to present our new

online video announcements at mhjacksondaily.blogspot.com. The

blog is an initiative to notify our community, parents, and students of the happenings at MHJHS. The process also provides valuable experi-

ence for students in the television production program. All teachers are asked to play announcements daily during 4th block. Instructions

on how to submit announcement requests are provided below. Con-tact Mr. Maddox, video production instructor, with any questions or

suggestions.

MHJacksonDaily.blogspot.com

All announce-

ment requests must be submit-

ted online via the announce-

ment portal lo-

cated on the right side of the

blog page. An-nouncements

must be submit-ted a day prior

by 2nd block in

order to be included in the announcements the following day. If you have any ques-

tions, please email Mr. Maddox at hmaddox@atlanta.k12.ga.us.

“Like” Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School by Tracey Jackson

SSSummer is around the corner and Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School is already surfing, the web that is! We

have found a new home on Facebook, and we want you to “like” our fantastic and informative, Roaring Jaguars’ page.

We currently have 250+ likes, but our goal is 500. Our Facebook page contains information about programs such as visits to the Korean School, Stillman College, and

American Continental University. Our page also features upcoming events in which students can participate. Make sure you check our page often.

There are two ways to reach our Facebook page: 1) by searching for “Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School” on Facebook; or 2) by logging onto the official Maynard Jackson High School website and clicking on our Facebook “Like”

button.

Maynard Jackson is the Hype, We’re the Page You Need to Like!

P A G E 8

90+ Celebration

I’m excited to inform you about the

90+Celebration, an exciting new program we

are launching here at Maynard H. Jackson High School.

90+Celebration is aimed at bolstering the cli-

mate and culture of academic achievement we are working together to build here at Maynard

H. Jackson High School and to increase student achievement overall. Working in partnership

with the W.E.B. Du Bois Society, we will begin

this school year to publicly recognize and re-ward students who are working more effectively

to succeed in the classroom, increasing profi-ciency in math and science and sustaining

achievement at the highest level. Eligible students will be nominated to one of

three categories: Academic Spirit, Get on the A-

List, and Academic All-stars. Selected students will be recognized at periodic school-wide as-

semblies, featured on bulletin boards, as well as on our website. They will also receive youth-

appropriate rewards such as educational prod-

ucts, field trips, movie tickets, etc. as prizes for their hard work.

We are working to ensure that all of our stu-dents are motivated to learn and prepared to

succeed academically. I believe the 90+Celebration program can assist us to meet

our academic achievement goals for students by

inspiring them to compete at higher and higher levels.

We are pleased to be working in partnership with the W.E.B. Du Bois Society on this innova-

tive program and excited about the opportunity

we have to complement enthusiastic support with increased student motivation. With your

continued support, we can assure all of our stu-dents are committed to learning and achieving.

Announcements have gone DIGITAL!!

Maynard Jackson High School is pleased to present our new

online video announcements at mhjacksondaily.blogspot.com. The

blog is an initiative to notify our community, parents, and students of the happenings at MHJHS. The process also provides valuable experi-

ence for students in the television production program. All teachers are asked to play announcements daily during 4th block. Instructions

on how to submit announcement requests are provided below. Con-tact Mr. Maddox, video production instructor, with any questions or

suggestions.

MHJacksonDaily.blogspot.com

All announce-

ment requests must be submit-

ted online via the announce-

ment portal lo-

cated on the right side of the

blog page. An-nouncements

must be submit-ted a day prior

by 2nd block in

order to be included in the announcements the following day. If you have any ques-

tions, please email Mr. Maddox at hmaddox@atlanta.k12.ga.us.

P A G E 9

Jaguar Trumpet Players Put on a Show MHJHS trumpet players, Lamar Stanton and Jared Vincent Massey, were chosen to perform at the Trumpet Awards.

“We were excited,” said Lamar about hearing the news that he and Jared were chosen by Mr. Houston, MHJS band

director, to perform, “We didn’t realize how big of an accomplishment it was until Mr. Houston explained it to us.”

The two students were chosen because they are amongst the top trumpet players in the school’s band.

“This was such an honor because I was able to bring back proof

of meeting my musical heroes,” said Jared, “It was an experience

that I will remember for the rest of my life.”

According to the website, the Trumpet Awards are held every

year to acknowledge and honor “Black Americans who have suc-

ceeded against immense odds.” Honorees this year consisted of

pinnacle icons such as Nicole Avant, United States Ambassador to

the Bahamas; Reverend CL Franklin, a Civil Rights Leader and fa-

ther of singer Aretha Franklin; Ted Turner, a prominent Atlanta

businessman; Tyrese Gibson, an actor, and Earth, Wind and Fire, a

popular R&B band.

“I played in front of stars like Earth Wind and Fire,” said Lamar, “I

even hugged Aretha Franklin!”

The Trumpet Awards will air on TV One on April 8, 2012 at 8pm.

Lamar and Jared amongst the 20 person trumpet ensemble at the 2012 Trumpet Awards

Mrs. Lydia Williams, chorus teacher, will be honored at the Georgia Music Educators Association Festival for her

twenty-five years of service.

“Lydia has crafted an exceptional program at Maynard Jackson High School and [sic] reliably earns her students col-lege scholarships for choral achievements every year,” said Raymond Veon, the Interim Director of the Atlanta Public

Schools Fine Arts Department.

“It is an honor and privilege to receive this auspi-

cious honor from my music teacher colleagues,” said Mrs. Williams.

Since she was young Mrs. Williams has been singing

at church and at school. She credits an especially influ-ential chorus teacher for pushing her toward sharing

her joy of music with her students.

Known for her high standards of work and behavior, Mrs. Williams stresses the importance of teaching the

whole child instead of just the academic side.

“Dr. Howard Gardner states that music is one of the multiple intelligences,” she stated. Although she has

been teaching since 1987, she believes that little has

changed pertaining to the needs of children in a cho-rus class.

“Music is a constant,” she stated “Voices arrive in

high school in need of development, so it keeps my profession from being so tedious and boring. I love the challenge.” The challenge can be daunting at times, but she believes that having her students earn a superior rating or having them

become productive citizens of the world with a love for music is worth it.

Mrs. Williams is slated to receive her award in Savannah during the General Session of the GMAE Service Conference.

“I’m sure my colleagues join with me in hearty congratulations,” said Mrs. Ella Lewis, piano and handbell instructor at North Atlanta High.

In addition to this award Mrs. Williams has also held titles such as Teacher of the Year and Star Teacher.

Superior Chorus under Superior Leadership

Mrs. Williams and the superior chorus of Maynard Jackson H.S.

P A G E 9

Jaguar Trumpet Players Put on a Show MHJHS trumpet players, Lamar Stanton and Jared Vincent Massey, were chosen to perform at the Trumpet Awards.

“We were excited,” said Lamar about hearing the news that he and Jared were chosen by Mr. Houston, MHJS band

director, to perform, “We didn’t realize how big of an accomplishment it was until Mr. Houston explained it to us.”

The two students were chosen because they are amongst the top trumpet players in the school’s band.

“This was such an honor because I was able to bring back proof

of meeting my musical heroes,” said Jared, “It was an experience

that I will remember for the rest of my life.”

According to the website, the Trumpet Awards are held every

year to acknowledge and honor “Black Americans who have suc-

ceeded against immense odds.” Honorees this year consisted of

pinnacle icons such as Nicole Avant, United States Ambassador to

the Bahamas; Reverend CL Franklin, a Civil Rights Leader and fa-

ther of singer Aretha Franklin; Ted Turner, a prominent Atlanta

businessman; Tyrese Gibson, an actor, and Earth, Wind and Fire, a

popular R&B band.

“I played in front of stars like Earth Wind and Fire,” said Lamar, “I

even hugged Aretha Franklin!”

The Trumpet Awards will air on TV One on April 8, 2012 at 8pm.

Lamar and Jared amongst the 20 person trumpet ensemble at the 2012 Trumpet Awards

Mrs. Lydia Williams, chorus teacher, will be honored at the Georgia Music Educators Association Festival for her

twenty-five years of service.

“Lydia has crafted an exceptional program at Maynard Jackson High School and [sic] reliably earns her students col-lege scholarships for choral achievements every year,” said Raymond Veon, the Interim Director of the Atlanta Public

Schools Fine Arts Department.

“It is an honor and privilege to receive this auspi-

cious honor from my music teacher colleagues,” said Mrs. Williams.

Since she was young Mrs. Williams has been singing

at church and at school. She credits an especially influ-ential chorus teacher for pushing her toward sharing

her joy of music with her students.

Known for her high standards of work and behavior, Mrs. Williams stresses the importance of teaching the

whole child instead of just the academic side.

“Dr. Howard Gardner states that music is one of the multiple intelligences,” she stated. Although she has

been teaching since 1987, she believes that little has

changed pertaining to the needs of children in a cho-rus class.

“Music is a constant,” she stated “Voices arrive in

high school in need of development, so it keeps my profession from being so tedious and boring. I love the challenge.” The challenge can be daunting at times, but she believes that having her students earn a superior rating or having them

become productive citizens of the world with a love for music is worth it.

Mrs. Williams is slated to receive her award in Savannah during the General Session of the GMAE Service Conference.

“I’m sure my colleagues join with me in hearty congratulations,” said Mrs. Ella Lewis, piano and handbell instructor at North Atlanta High.

In addition to this award Mrs. Williams has also held titles such as Teacher of the Year and Star Teacher.

Superior Chorus under Superior Leadership

Mrs. Williams and the superior chorus of Maynard Jackson H.S.

The last regular season basketball game was held on Feb 10, 2012. It was a very exciting year for our girls and boys

basketball teams. Our Lady Jags had a challenging season. The exciting news is 95% of the girls team are under classmen.

With a wealth of returning talent, we are expecting the Lady Jaguars to be a force to be reckoned with in the years to come. Our boys team is also looking forward to a strong team next year. Although this year they say goodbye to lead sen-

ior, CJ Williams, who lead the team this season in scoring and rebounding. Nevertheless, the Jaguars are gearing up again for a strong spring sports season. Be certain to check the schedules below

and join us in supporting our baseball, soccer, and track and field athletes. GO JAGUARS!

P A G E 1 0

Feb. 22 Grady HS @ Grady

Feb. 24 Carver HS @ Home

Feb 27 Riverdale HS @ Home

Mar. 5 Carver HS @ Carver

Mar. 7 Grady HS @ Home

Mar. 14 Clarkston HS @ Clarkston

Mar. 16 Therrell HS @ Therrell

Mar. 19 Blessed Trinity @ Blessed

Mar. 21 Decatur HS @ Home

Mar. 23 Cross Keys HS @ Cross Key

Mar. 28 Buford HS @ Buford

Mar. 30 South Atlanta HS @ Home

Apr. 9 Greater Atl Christian @ GAC

Apr. 11 Carver HS @ Carver

Apr. 13 Westminister HS @ Home

Apr. 17 Clarkston HS @ Home

Apr. 19 Greater Atl. Chrisitan @ Home

Apr. 23 Buford HS @ Buford

Apr. 25 Lovett HS @ Home

Apr. 26 Westminister HS @ Westmins

2011-12 Varsity Baseball Schedule

(All games start at 5:30p)

Feb 21 Therrell HS @ Therrell

Feb. 28 Best Academy @ Home

Mar. 1 Carver HS @ Carver HS

Mar. 8 Best Academy TBA

Mar. 13 Therrell HS @ Home

Mar. 22 Carver HS @ Home

2011-12 Junior Varsity Baseball Schedule (All games begin at 5:30p)

Feb. 21 Westlake “Early Bird” @ Westlake HS

Feb. 25 Statesboro Invitational @ Statesboro HS

Feb. 29 Westminister HS @ Westminiser

Mar. 3 Panther Relays @ Stars Mill HS

Mar. 8 Heard County HS @ Heard Cty HS

Mar. 10 Chik Fila Invitational @ Eagles Landing

Christian

Mar. 17 Flowery Branch Invit. @ Flowery Branch

Mar. 24 Landmark Christian @ Landmark Chr.

Mar. 27 Atl. Track Classic @ Lakewood Stad.

Apr. 11 Loganville HS @ Loganville HS

Apr. 19 Reg. 6/2A Championsh @ Westminister

Apr. 26 Class 2A Section. Meet @ Atlanta Christi

May 3 GA Games State Meet Albany, GA

2011-12 Track and Field Schedule

The last regular season basketball game was held on Feb 10, 2012. It was a very exciting year for our girls and boys

basketball teams. Our Lady Jags had a challenging season. The exciting news is 95% of the girls team are under classmen.

With a wealth of returning talent, we are expecting the Lady Jaguars to be a force to be reckoned with in the years to come. Our boys team is also looking forward to a strong team next year. Although this year they say goodbye to lead sen-

ior, CJ Williams, who lead the team this season in scoring and rebounding. Nevertheless, the Jaguars are gearing up again for a strong spring sports season. Be certain to check the schedules below

and join us in supporting our baseball, soccer, and track and field athletes. GO JAGUARS!

P A G E 1 0

Feb. 22 Grady HS @ Grady

Feb. 24 Carver HS @ Home

Feb 27 Riverdale HS @ Home

Mar. 5 Carver HS @ Carver

Mar. 7 Grady HS @ Home

Mar. 14 Clarkston HS @ Clarkston

Mar. 16 Therrell HS @ Therrell

Mar. 19 Blessed Trinity @ Blessed

Mar. 21 Decatur HS @ Home

Mar. 23 Cross Keys HS @ Cross Key

Mar. 28 Buford HS @ Buford

Mar. 30 South Atlanta HS @ Home

Apr. 9 Greater Atl Christian @ GAC

Apr. 11 Carver HS @ Carver

Apr. 13 Westminister HS @ Home

Apr. 17 Clarkston HS @ Home

Apr. 19 Greater Atl. Chrisitan @ Home

Apr. 23 Buford HS @ Buford

Apr. 25 Lovett HS @ Home

Apr. 26 Westminister HS @ Westmins

2011-12 Varsity Baseball Schedule

(All games start at 5:30p)

Feb 21 Therrell HS @ Therrell

Feb. 28 Best Academy @ Home

Mar. 1 Carver HS @ Carver HS

Mar. 8 Best Academy TBA

Mar. 13 Therrell HS @ Home

Mar. 22 Carver HS @ Home

2011-12 Junior Varsity Baseball Schedule (All games begin at 5:30p)

Feb. 21 Westlake “Early Bird” @ Westlake HS

Feb. 25 Statesboro Invitational @ Statesboro HS

Feb. 29 Westminister HS @ Westminiser

Mar. 3 Panther Relays @ Stars Mill HS

Mar. 8 Heard County HS @ Heard Cty HS

Mar. 10 Chik Fila Invitational @ Eagles Landing

Christian

Mar. 17 Flowery Branch Invit. @ Flowery Branch

Mar. 24 Landmark Christian @ Landmark Chr.

Mar. 27 Atl. Track Classic @ Lakewood Stad.

Apr. 11 Loganville HS @ Loganville HS

Apr. 19 Reg. 6/2A Championsh @ Westminister

Apr. 26 Class 2A Section. Meet @ Atlanta Christi

May 3 GA Games State Meet Albany, GA

2011-12 Track and Field Schedule

P A G E 1 1

You'll float through the halls at school with a sense of effortless-ness and ease. Nothing can touch you not even jealous glances. Only compliments will reach your ears.

It's a good time to call in some favors, but don't pull in any old col-league. You'll want to make a great impres-sion. This situation re-quires finesse and dis-cretion.

Get serious and just take care of business. If things escalate beyond your control, leave the unintelligent ideas behind. Re-member to explore all options.

Take it easy no matter how weird the month gets. You'll make a dis-covery but make sure you jot it all down. You may need a paper trail to make your case.

You will need to deal with a teacher or peer who is out of town entirely. Make sure you handle it quietly and efficiently.

You will still have a fair amount of residual energy pushing you for-ward through. Make sure you don't get too cocky.

You are starting to ques-tion the advantages of your current deals. By the the end of the month, you will have resolved the issue to your satisfaction. Good energy will let you know you're right.

You will want to maintain har-mony at school. That should be easier than ever, thanks to your radiant personality.

You will feel attached to school. Make the space where you spend most of your day, a more pleasant place. This will boost productivity.

It's a good time to keep your dis-tance from your peers and your own emotions. Someone else might receive praise you think you deserve.

You'll do whatever it takes to push your plans through this month, but that will require considerably more support than usual.

You must take bold action, but that should come easily. If you do, you'll experience a huge boost in productivity, which will last for quite a while.

Discover what’s in store for you this month! By Guadalupe Pacheco

P A G E 1 1

You'll float through the halls at school with a sense of effortless-ness and ease. Nothing can touch you not even jealous glances. Only compliments will reach your ears.

It's a good time to call in some favors, but don't pull in any old col-league. You'll want to make a great impres-sion. This situation re-quires finesse and dis-cretion.

Get serious and just take care of business. If things escalate beyond your control, leave the unintelligent ideas behind. Re-member to explore all options.

Take it easy no matter how weird the month gets. You'll make a dis-covery but make sure you jot it all down. You may need a paper trail to make your case.

You will need to deal with a teacher or peer who is out of town entirely. Make sure you handle it quietly and efficiently.

You will still have a fair amount of residual energy pushing you for-ward through. Make sure you don't get too cocky.

You are starting to ques-tion the advantages of your current deals. By the the end of the month, you will have resolved the issue to your satisfaction. Good energy will let you know you're right.

You will want to maintain har-mony at school. That should be easier than ever, thanks to your radiant personality.

You will feel attached to school. Make the space where you spend most of your day, a more pleasant place. This will boost productivity.

It's a good time to keep your dis-tance from your peers and your own emotions. Someone else might receive praise you think you deserve.

You'll do whatever it takes to push your plans through this month, but that will require considerably more support than usual.

You must take bold action, but that should come easily. If you do, you'll experience a huge boost in productivity, which will last for quite a while.

Discover what’s in store for you this month! By Guadalupe Pacheco

POETRY / DRAWING CONTEST WINNERS

What Should I Do? by Pamela McDade

Which life should I follow?

What path should I take?

Should I go left or right

and make the same mistake?

Like I’ve done in the past,

Or should I move away and start

over again?

I guess what ever it comes down to

I’m going to make my mother proud

because she is in heaven,

I know she’s wondering when all the

childish games will end.

So what ever comes to mind,

It’s going to change, but not for my

own good, but for someone who’s

always counted on me.

No matter what mistakes I’ve made,

In the end I’m me, so

whatever words you say, they

will never get to me!

Poem 26 by Taylor Ramble

Pleasure turns to pain

Lessons learned from the strain

Questions burned in my brain

About whether love is humane.

Swimming upstream in the tears of your deceit,

Separation is not as simple as

the distance between us,

My mind no longer possessed by demands,

That have been the overseers of

my enslavement to your lies.

The seeds that rooted so deeply,

they have cracked the foundation of

what we once shared.

I’m surrounded by darkness but I refuse to be

swallowed by it.

To give up and let love die? No not I.

Even though I’ve seen its darkest form of deceit.

Nothing else could be this warm

Or feel this sweet.

‘Bloom In Darkness’ Drawing by Zachary McCrimmon

FAKES by Eugene Bailey

It’s funny how you can always

find fakes coming, But you never see fakes leaving.

Faith isn’t the issue, But trust is.

Why put your trust into someone when They are just going to end up turning on you?

The only person you can depend on is yourself. Money is the root and rule of evil,

and the end of friendships. A couple of bucks can ruin years of

friendships.

POETRY / DRAWING CONTEST WINNERS

What Should I Do? by Pamela McDade

Which life should I follow?

What path should I take?

Should I go left or right

and make the same mistake?

Like I’ve done in the past,

Or should I move away and start

over again?

I guess what ever it comes down to

I’m going to make my mother proud

because she is in heaven,

I know she’s wondering when all the

childish games will end.

So what ever comes to mind,

It’s going to change, but not for my

own good, but for someone who’s

always counted on me.

No matter what mistakes I’ve made,

In the end I’m me, so

whatever words you say, they

will never get to me!

Poem 26 by Taylor Ramble

Pleasure turns to pain

Lessons learned from the strain

Questions burned in my brain

About whether love is humane.

Swimming upstream in the tears of your deceit,

Separation is not as simple as

the distance between us,

My mind no longer possessed by demands,

That have been the overseers of

my enslavement to your lies.

The seeds that rooted so deeply,

they have cracked the foundation of

what we once shared.

I’m surrounded by darkness but I refuse to be

swallowed by it.

To give up and let love die? No not I.

Even though I’ve seen its darkest form of deceit.

Nothing else could be this warm

Or feel this sweet.

‘Bloom In Darkness’ Drawing by Zachary McCrimmon

FAKES by Eugene Bailey

It’s funny how you can always

find fakes coming, But you never see fakes leaving.

Faith isn’t the issue, But trust is.

Why put your trust into someone when They are just going to end up turning on you?

The only person you can depend on is yourself. Money is the root and rule of evil,

and the end of friendships. A couple of bucks can ruin years of

friendships.