Socastee High School

Announcements

Week of November 19-21, 2018 

Braves:  This fall students will be allowed to make up 9 days of attendance.  Those opportunities will be held after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays and Saturday mornings.  If you are over the allowed 5 unexcused absences you will need to make up your attendance times during those dates.  You must arrive on time and stay the entire time to receive credit.  There will be NO Exceptions.  See your administrator if you have questions.  DO NOT PUT THIS OFF!!! 

News from Athletic Department: 

Socastee Varsity Boys Basketball defeated Waccamaw & Johnsonville this weekend. They will play for the Bulldog Shootout Championship on Tuesday at 7:30 at Georgetown

Today:

• Sand and Hoops Girls Tournament here at Socastee High:
• 6:00 Carolina Forest vs Georgetown
• 7:30 Socastee vs Waccamaw
• There will be a baseball organizational meeting for anyone trying out for baseball (bteam, JV and Varsity) and their parents Monday, November 26, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium at Socastee HS.
• Weight lifting classes will be offered on Tuesdays & Wednesdays from December 4 – December 19, 3:45- 5:00. Anyone who has signed up for Girls’ Soccer can participate. MUST HAVE THE PHYSICAL ON LINE TURNED IN TO OUR TRAINER, COACH KEESEE.
• The Football Team will be collecting Teddy Bears and Stuffed Animals to take to the nursing home again this year. If you would like to donate your Stuffed Animals to help the Football Team please send your Teddy Bear-Stuffed Animals to Coach Illing’s Office or give to a football player or football coach to deliver them to Coach Illing.. Thanks for all your help with our Football Team’s Teddy Bear Collection.

Clubs and Activities:

Monday, November 19

Mock Trial will meet Monday, November 19, after school in Room 130

• Congratulations to the Socastee Academic Team for successfully defending their title of district champions at last weekend's tournament.

Tuesday, November 20

• Make up School 3:30-5:00 p.m. in Rooms 107 and 108

Next Week:

Monday, November 26

• Mock Trial will meet Monday, November 26, after school in Room 130

Tuesday, November 27

• Make-up School 3:30-5:00 p.m. in Rooms 107 and 108

Wednesday, November 28

• Mock Trial will meet Wednesday, November 28, after school in Room 130
• Next Robotics Practice is Wednesday, November 28, until 4:30 p.m.

Thursday, November 29

• Make-up School 3:30-5:00 p.m. in Rooms 107 and 108
• Art Club will Thursday, November 29, after School in Room 130

Other up-coming events

• Beta Club and National Honor Society Members: - Please bring your Help for Kids Holiday Toiletry Boxes to Ms. Martin or Mrs. Wilson by Friday, December 7. More information is located in your Google Classrooms.
• Love Reading? Love Trivia? Join the SHS Book Club’s Battle of the Books!  More information is available in the library.  Form a team and start reading!
• FCCLA will be selling cold water bottles throughout the year. Come to Mrs. Gorcesky's Room 138 before school, after school or during break. Prices are 50 cents each. Thank you for supporting FCCLA.
• Brave Cave is now open during all 3 lunches!
• “Hey, braves! If you have any interest in mindful practices, body movement and de-stressing, please join the Mind and Muscle Club! This new club is open to students and faculty of all levels and will meet after school bi weekly on preset dates. Out of school opportunities will be available to participants often. For more information, please see Ms. Keillor, Ms. Ward, Ms. Bogart-Rowan or Jen Nguyen.”

News for seniors: 

Seniors: tomorrow Tuesday, November 20, is your last opportunity to have a senior portrait taken here at SHS.  Bring your $20 sitting fee.  The photographer will provide the tux or drape.  Don’t miss out on this last chance seniors to have your picture taken for the yearbook!

• Seniors: If you purchased the senior yearbook bundle, please submit your senior quote and a copy of your baby picture or casual picture to Room 220 by November 30 for inclusion in the yearbook. If you still need to purchase the quote option, you may do so until the end of the month in Room 220.
• Seniors: Are you or your parents interested in purchasing a senior ad (also known as recognition ads—these are placed in the back of the yearbook)? Please visit the yearbook website @ www.tinyurl.com/shsbravesyearbook and select the “senior ads” option to design and

Herff Jones is the company we use for seniors to purchase their graduation supplies.

• December 6: Herff Jones will be here during all 3 lunches (11:40-1:45) for makeup orders.

News from Guidance:

• Seniors! There is a Teaching Fellows scholarship meeting on Monday, November 19, at 10:00 a.m. in Guidance.  Please let Mrs. Adams know if you plan on attending.
• The ASVAB will be administered December 5. Tutorial session will be Nov. 20.

Have a Great Day Braves!!!

And be kind to one another

 

 

Socastee High School

Announcements

Week of November 12-16, 2018

Braves:  This fall students will be allowed to make up 9 days of attendance.  Those opportunities will be held after school on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings.  If you are over the allowed 5 unexcused absences you will need to make up your attendance times during those dates.  You must arrive on time and stay the entire time to receive credit.  There will be NO Exceptions.  See your administrator if you have questions.  DO NOT PUT THIS OFF!!!

News from Athletic Department:  

• Fall Athletic Banquet on Tuesday, November 13, in Auditorium and Commons at 6:00 p.m.
• All football players who played Varsity and JV football this year need to pick up there football banquet tickets from Coach Illing or Mrs. Bond by Thursday, November 15. Players are free but family members are $6 each... The Football Banquet is Sunday, November 18, at 4:00 p.m.
• There will be a baseball organizational meeting for anyone trying out for baseball (bteam, JV and Varsity) and their parents Monday, November 26, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium at Socastee HS.

Clubs and Activities:

Monday, November 12

1. There is a HOSA meeting Monday, after school in Ms. Keillor’s Room.

Tuesday, November 13

• Attention Mu Alpha Theta members: Our next meeting is Tuesday from 3:30-4:30 in the Media Center.  We will be inducting new members. See you there!
• Make up School 3:30-5:00 p.m. in Rooms 107 and 108

Wednesday, November 14

• SHS HOPE Club will meet this Wednesday from 3:30-4:30 in Room 223
• Mock Trial will meet this Wednesday after school in  Mrs. French's Room 130
• Powder Puff Game Wednesday 4:30 p.m. at Brave Stadium Cost $3:00
• Brave Bots Robotics Practice Wednesday in Room 307 until 4:30.
• Wednesday after school in the Media Center, the Academic Team will hold their last home match, an epic battle against teachers and administrators. Good luck to all Braves!

Thursday, November 15

• Archery Practice will be after school on Thursday and Tuesday upstairs in the gym.
• Art Club will meet Thursday after school in Room 130
• Make-up School 3:30-5:00 p.m. Rooms 107 and 108

Friday, November 16

• The Gaming Design Club will be holding tryouts for the first ever Super Smash Crew Battle team on Friday, in Room 204.

Saturday, November 17

• Good luck to the Socastee Academic Team in Saturday's tournament as the defending champion Braves attempt to win the district championship again.
• Make-up School from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 in Rooms 107 and 108

Other up-coming events

• Love Reading? Love Trivia?  Join the SHS Book Club’s Battle of the Books!  More information is available in the library.  Form a team and start reading!
• FCCLA will be selling cold water bottles throughout the year. Come to Mrs. Gorcesky's Room 138 before school, after school, or during break. Prices are 50 cents each. Thank you for supporting FCCLA.
• March will be here before we know it and that means it’s time to start thinking about the musical.  This year we will reach deep into the crypt to revive the kooky and the spooky…..the Adams Family (the musical).  You all know their movies, you might know the television show, but you will absolutely LOVE the musical.  It’s full of fun and laughter and great songs.  This show will have you in stitches.  The Adams are a strange bunch of characters and we are currently looking for the perfect cast to play them.  Auditions will be November 15, 16, and 17.  If you can dance, sing, and have good comedic timing, we would love to see you there.  Audition information and sign-ups are located on the wall outside the Drama Room.  That’s Room 105 near the bus entrance.  There is also a place to sign up to help with the tech side of the show.  If your passion is sound, lighting, set building, or stage management, we need you too!
• Purchase your add space online. Ads can be purchased up until the start of winter break.
• Brave Cave is now open during all 3 lunches!
• “Hey, braves! If you have any interest in mindful practices, body movement and de-stressing, please join the Mind and Muscle Club! This new club is open to students and faculty of all levels and will meet after school bi-weekly on preset dates. Out of school opportunities will be available to participants often. For more information, please see Ms. Keillor, Ms. Ward, Ms. Bogart-Rowan or Jen Nguyen.”

News for seniors:  

1. Yearbooks are on sale now. Seniors: it’s not too late to purchase a senior quote/baby picture for the exclusive senior portrait section of the yearbook. Keep in mind, this is a different, and additional option to the senior ad section of the yearbook. The cost is now $30 for a quote and picture until November 30. Still have questions? Go to Room 220 to get the answers.

• Seniors: Are you or your parents interested in purchasing a senior ad (also known as recognition ads—these are placed in the back of the yearbook)? Please visit the yearbook website @ www.tinyurl.com/shsbravesyearbook and select the “senior ads” option to design. Herff Jones is the company we use for seniors to purchase their graduation supplies.
  
  
• November 13:  Herff Jones will return to Socastee High School for seniors and parents to place orders.  They will be in the commons area during all 3 lunches (11:40-1:45) and after school until 6:00 p.m. to take orders. 
• December 6: Herff Jones will be here during all 3 lunches (11:40-1:45) for makeup orders. 

News from Guidance: 

• Students 16 years old or older who would like to take the ASVAB (military entrance exam) at no charge, may sign up in guidance Nov. 5 – 16.  The ASVAB will be administered December 5.  Tutorial session will be November 20.
• Freshmen and sophomores – A representative from South Carolina Governor’s School for Arts and Humanities will be here Friday, November 16, at 10:30 a.m.  Interested students should sign up in guidance.
• Congratulations to Joy Renfrow and John Cetin for being named the School Winners of the Wendy’s High School Heisman!!!  They were selected based on outstanding athletic ability, academic excellence, and community involvement.  And an extra congratulations to John for advancing as a State Finalist.  Socastee High School is very proud of your accomplishments!!

Have a Great Day Braves!!!

And be kind to one another

 

 

Socastee High School

Announcements

Week of November 5-9, 2018

Braves:  This fall students will be allowed to make up 9 days of attendance.  Those opportunities will be held after school on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturday mornings.  If you are over the allowed 5 unexcused absences, you will need to make up your attendance times during those dates.  There will be NO Exceptions.  See your Administrator if you have questions.  Dates begin on November 8 and go through January 15.  DO NOT PUT THIS OFF!!!

News from Athletic Department:  

Fall Athletic Banquet is on Tuesday, November 13, in Auditorium and Commons at 6:30.

Clubs and Activities:

Monday, November 5

• Basketball season Cheerleading tryouts Monday and Wednesday of this week:  3:30-5:30 p.m. in the Student Commons.
• It’s HOSA WEEK! Wednesday - HOSA Spirit Day is Scrub Day so you can wear your comfy scrubs all day! Did you know over the course of your lifetime, you'll shed about 40 lbs of skin? Fun Fact sponsored by HOSA, come join us for our next meeting, November 12, in Ms. Keillor’s Room!

Tuesday, November 6

Election Day…….VOTE!!

Wednesday, November 7

• FCCLA members mark your calendars for our next meeting. It will take place Wednesday, November 7, after school in Mrs. Gorcesky's Room. If you are unable to attend, see Mrs. Gorcesky or Ms. Yates. We need to discuss a community project and up-coming receptions we will cater.

1. Wednesday: Happy HOSA Week, your scrubs are looking great out there Socastee! If you are interested in becoming a HOSA member don’t forget dues are due this Friday to Ms. Keillor. HOSA’s Fun Fact of the Week: Humans share 50% of their DNA with bananas!

Thursday, November 8

• Reminder: National Honor Society members helping with the Induction ceremony and new members being inducted, please meet in the SHS Auditorium by 5:00 p.m. SHARP on Thursday, November 8.
  
  
• Art Club will meet Thursday, November 8
  
  
• Archery Practice THURSDAY, November 8, after school upstairs in the Main Gym
  
  
• There will be a Rubik’s Cube Challenge Team meeting in Mr. MacLeod’s Room at 3:30 on Thursday, November 8.
  
  
• Thursday: Fun Fact from HOSA: 80% of the brain is water! Don’t forget dues are due tomorrow to Ms. Keillor and be on the lookout for candy during lunch today with more Health Related Trivia!

Friday, November 9

Saturday, November 10

Other up-coming events

• Love Reading? Love Trivia?  Join the SHS Book Club’s Battle of the Books!  More information is available in the library.  Form a team and start reading!
  
  
• FCCLA will be selling cold water bottles throughout the year. Come to Mrs. Gorcesky's Room 138 before school, after school or during break. Prices are 50 cents each. Thank you for supporting FCCLA.
  
  
• Any FCCLA member who did not attend the recent meeting, needs to see Mrs. Gorcesky to get caught up on our planned activities.
  
  
• Love Law & Order? Good at resolving conflict? Want to know your rights?  Then Join Mock Trial!  Only a few more positions are open. See Mrs. French in Room 130.
  
  
• March will be here before we know it and that means it’s time to start thinking about the musical.  This year we will reach deep into the crypt to revive the kooky and the spooky…..the Adams Family (the musical).  You all know their movies, you might know the television show, but you will absolutely LOVE the musical.  It’s full of fun and laughter and great songs.  This show will have you in stitches.  The Adams are a strange bunch of characters and we are currently looking for the perfect cast to play them.  Auditions will be November 15, 16, and 17.  If you can dance, sing, and have good comedic timing, we would love to see you there.  Audition information and sign-ups are located on the wall outside the Drama Room.  That’s Room 105 near the bus entrance.  There is also a place to sign up to help with the tech side of the show.  If your passion is sound, lighting, set building, or stage management, we need you too! 
  
  
• The SHS HOPE Club's next meeting has been rescheduled to Wednesday, November 14, in Room 223 from 3:30-4:30.

News for seniors:  

Herff Jones is the company we use for seniors to purchase their graduation supplies.

• November 5:  Senior meeting (for students) at Socastee High School at 11:00 a.m.  Representatives from Herff Jones will be here to speak with 12th graders about senior supplies.  At this meeting, they will pass out packets that include a graduation supply catalog and an order form.  They will send packets to AAST, ATA, and Scholars as well. 
  
  
• November 13:  Herff Jones will return to Socastee High School for seniors and parents to place orders.  They will be in the commons area during all 3 lunches (11:40-1:45) and after school until 6:00 p.m. to take orders. 
  
  
• December 6: Herff Jones will be here during all 3 lunches (11:40-1:45) for makeup orders. 
  
  
• Senior parents!!  If you are not receiving regular emails from Mrs. Adams in Guidance please email her at madams001@horrycountyschools.net to be added to her senior distribution list. 
  
  News from Guidance: 
  

Students 16 years old or older who would like to take the ASVAB (Military Entrance Exam) at no charge, may sign up in guidance November 5 – 16.  The ASVAB will be administered on December 5.  Tutorial session will be November 20.

Have a Great Day Braves!!!

And be kind to one another

 

Socastee High School

Announcements

Week of October 29-November 2, 2018

Any senior who has a late sitting fee payment for senior portraits from last Thursday, please bring it to Mrs. Miller in Room 224-A as soon as possible.

News from Athletic Department: 

JV Football defeated SJ 22-21

Monday, October 29

Girls Tennis host Ashley Ridge at 5:00 in 2nd Rd of Tennis Playoffs

Tuesday, October 30

FMS FTBL--St. James – 7:30 p.m. at Home                                         

SMS FTBL--Ten Oaks - 6:00 p.m. at Home

• Wrestling practice will begin on Wednesday, October 31. We will have a meeting at break tomorrow in the Wrestling Room to review important details October 30 please plan to attend.

Friday, November 2

VARSITY FTBL—Carolina Forest (Hall Of Fame) -7:30 p.m. at Home 

Saturday, November 3

CROSS COUNTRY--State Championship Meet                        TBD
Sandhills Center          

Good Luck to all our Brave Athletes!!!  Compete with Pride… 

To Try-Out for Boys’ Basketball, you MUST HAVE A PHYSICAL ON FILE WITH THE SCHOOL AND ON ARBITER ATHLETE. YOU CAN NOT TRYOUT WITHOUT THIS COMPLETE OR BE IN THE GYM ON MONDAY OR TUESDAY.  TRY-OUTS ARE ONLY MONDAY AND TUESDAY OF NEXT WEEK 3:30 p.m. at 5:15 p.m.

Girls Basketball Tryouts will begin today. See Coach Lewis in Room 108 for a copy of the tryout schedule. 

If you plan to try out for soccer in the spring, boys go see Coach Owen and girls see Coach Suarez, in order to sign in and get a very important information sheet. Get your physicals done and uploaded onto arbiterathlete.com ASAP 

Boys’ Basketball Try-Outs will be today AND Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. You must have a physical on file with the school to try-out NO EXCEPTIONS!!!!!!

Clubs and Activities:

Monday, October 29

• There will be a HOSA meeting on October 29 in Ms. Keillor’s Room after school. Dues for HOSA membership are due on November 9! Stay healthy Braves

Tuesday, October 30

• Can you spin a flag? Our state champion SHS winter guard will be holding auditions on October 30 from 6-8 here in the Commons. You will find out about our in and out of state competitions, your rehearsal and travel schedule. If you want to be part of a team that consistently works hard and shows up to win….you are welcome to attend.
• Archery will meet after school on Tuesday upstairs in the gym.

Wednesday, October 31

• Halloween grams for sale for $1 during lunches
• FCCLA will be selling ghostly vanilla milkshakes during break on Wednesday, October 31. Come to the commons and purchase one. We are selling them for a $1.

Thursday, November 1

• National Honor Society Meeting - Thursday -11/1 at 3:30 p.m. in Room 212. All current and new members MUST bring $10 annual dues.
• Attention French Club Members: We will have our first club activity this Thursday, November 1, after school in Room 224. Please check your google French club for more information and to sign up.
• Art Club will meet on Thursday November 1

Friday, November 2

• Gaming and design club will meet Friday, November 2, in Room 204.

Other up-coming events

• Love Reading? Love Trivia? Join the SHS Book Club’s Battle of the Books!  More information is available in the library.  Form a team and start reading!
• FCCLA will be selling cold water bottles throughout the year. Come to Mrs. Gorcesky's Room 138 before school, after school or during break. Prices are 50 cents each. Thank you for supporting FCCLA.
• Any FCCLA member who did not attend the recent meeting, needs to see Mrs. Gorcesky to get caught up on our planned activities.
• The next HOPE Meeting will be Wednesday, November 7, in Room 223.
• FCCLA members - mark your calendars for our next meeting. It will take place Wednesday, November 7, after school in Mrs. Gorcesky's Room. If you are unable to attend see Mrs. Gorcesky or Ms. Yates. We need to discuss a community project and up-coming receptions we will cater.

News for seniors: 

Herff Jones is the company we use for seniors to purchase their graduation supplies.

• November 5: Senior meeting (for students) at Socastee High School at 11:00 a.m.  Representatives from Herff Jones will be here to speak with 12th graders about senior supplies.  At this meeting, they will pass out packets that include a graduation supply catalog and an order form.  They will send packets to AAST, ATA, and Scholars as well. 
• November 13: Herff Jones will return to Socastee High School for seniors and parents to place orders.  They will be in the Commons area during all 3 lunches (11:40-1:45) and after school until 6:00 p.m. to take orders. 
• December 6: Herff Jones will be here during all 3 lunches (11:40-1:45) for makeup orders.
• Senior parents: If you are not receiving regular emails from Mrs. Adams in Guidance please email her at madams001@horrycountyschools.net to be added to her senior distribution list.

Have a Great Day Braves!!!

And be kind to one another

 

Socastee High School

Announcements

Week of October 22-26, 2018

Makeup pictures will be taken on Thursday, October 25, for underclassmen and seniors. Seniors - there will be a tux or drape picture and two casual shots.

News from Athletic Department: 

Congrats; JV & Varsity Volleyball defeated Conway on Saturday

Monday, October 22

Girls Tennis host Waccamaw at 5:00

JV VB (5:30) & Varsity VB (6:30) travel to SF for final Regular season match

Tuesday, October 23

FMS football host Socastee Middle at 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday, October 24

Cross Country 5A Lower State Meet Wannamaker Park

Thursday, October 25

JV Football vs. St. James 6:00 p.m. at home

Friday, October 26

Varsity Football vs. St. James at St. James 7:30 p.m. “The Legendary Battle of 707” Be there!!!        

Good Luck to all our Brave Athletes!!!  Compete with Pride…

Anyone interested in playing Lacrosse this spring, please see Coach Fox in Room 225.  Off-Season Workouts begin today, October 22.  All students interested must have a Physical on file before they can begin lifting. 

Socastee Wrestling wants you! If you are interested in wrestling for Socastee please stop by the Athletic Office and sign up or contact Coach Gibby. We will be holding a team meeting soon. More details will come at a later date.  For now please make arrangements to get your all sports physical and upload the necessary documents to arbiterathlete.com.  All wrestlers need to sign up even those that were on the team last year. 

Girls Basketball Tryouts will begin on Monday, October 29. See Coach Lewis in Room 108 for a copy of the tryout schedule.

If you plan to try out for soccer in the spring, boys go see Coach Owen and girls see Coach Suarez, in order to sign in and get a very important information sheet. Get your physicals done and uploaded onto arbiterathlete.com ASAP 

Boys Basketball Try-Outs will be next week, Monday AND Tuesday AT 3:30p.m. You must have a physical on file with the school to try-out. NO EXCEPTIONS!!!!!!

Clubs and Activities:

Attention all juniors and seniors who submitted applications for Socastee High School National Honor Society membership: Your notification letters are ready for pick-up. Please see Mrs. Wilson in Room 212 before school, at break, or after school to receive your letter.

The first meeting of the SHS National Honor Society will take place on Thursday, November 1, immediately after school in Mrs. Wilson’s Room (212). All current and new members up for induction must attend. Please bring your $10 annual dues to the meeting. Important information will be presented at this meeting. If you cannot attend, you must see Mrs. Wilson ASAP!

Red Ribbon is this week, October 22-26.  Just say no to drugs.

Monday-Red Ribbons on your cars.

Tuesday-Look for Beta Club members and get a red sucker!

Wednesday-Wear your mustaches to let others know that you mustache them not to do drugs.

Thursday-Wear those Red Colors!

Friday-Pledge with your handprints to not do drugs!

Congratulations to the Socastee Academic Team for dominating the competition at last Saturday's mini-tournament. Good luck to the Academic Braves as they continue their winning streak this Tuesday in a match against North Myrtle Beach.

Monday, October 22

Current NEHS members please check Remind and Google Classroom to vote for officers.  All votes must be submitted by 3:20 p.m. on Monday, October 22.

Tuesday, October 23

• The Leadership class will be sponsoring a blood drive Tuesday, October 23, in the Mini- Gym from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. You can sign up at the table under the stairs in the commons during all lunches through Monday, October 22. You must show a picture ID with your birthdate on it when you go to give blood on the 23rd.  Thank you for helping to save lives.
• Chick fil la is sponsoring a Spirit Night at Surfside Hwy 544 Tuesday, October 23. Benefits Flood Relief. Place a Mobile order using the Chick-fil-A App and they’ll donate 20% of their sale to Hurricane Florence victims.
• They will also be giving away a prize basket from the Mobile Orders at the end of evening.
• Archery practice Tuesday, October 23, in the Main Gym upstairs at 3:30.
• Academic Team will travel to North Myrtle Beach today--good luck to our Braves.

Wednesday, October 24

• The SHS HOPE Club has a Halloween Bash this Wednesday, October 24, until 4:30. Wear a costume, bring a friend, sign up for food/drink you are able to bring. We HOPE to see you there, in Room 223!
• Wednesday, October 24, is National Bullying Prevention Day! Wear ORANGE in support of Bullying Prevention. Together, we are united for Kindness, Acceptance, and Inclusion.

Thursday, October 25

• Student Council would like to invite all FRESHMAN to the FRESHMAN TAILGATE on October 25 at 5 o'clock. The Freshman Tailgate will be held in front of the school. Student Council will provide food, drinks and games for all freshman. Immediately following the tailgate, freshman may go to the JV Football Game against the St. James Sharks FOR FREE!! Student Council would like to invite ALL of our Clubs and Activities to participate at the tailgate by putting up a table and ENCOURAGING our freshman to get involved! We will see you Thursday at 5.
• There will be a STEM Club meeting after school on Thursday, October 25, in Room 306.
• Philosophy Club will have a brief meeting on Thursday, October 25, in the thoughtful Room 204.

Other up-coming events

• There will be a HOSA meeting on October 29 in Ms. Keillor’s Room after school. Dues for HOSA membership are due on November 9! Stay healthy Braves
• Love Reading? Love Trivia? Join the SHS Book Club’s Battle of the Books!  More information is available in the library.  Form a team and start reading!
• Hey DECA: Please join if you haven’t, and all members, you need to sign up for the upcoming Halloween Party and Regional Competition.  It’s all due this week!
• FCCLA will be selling cold water bottles throughout the year. Come to Mrs. Gorcesky's Room 138 before school, after school or during break. Prices are 50 cents each. Thank you for supporting FCCLA.
• Any FCCLA member who did not attend the recent meeting, needs to see Mrs. Gorcesky to get caught up on our planned activities.
• Congratulations to Joey Kirkman and Abby Dugan for being named Athletes of the Week. Check out the feature articles on socasteeathletics.com
• Can you spin a flag? Our state champion SHS winter guard will be holding auditions on October 30 from 6:00 – 8:00 in the Commons.

You will find out about our in and out of state competitions, your rehearsal and travel schedule.

If you want to be part of a team that consistently works hard and shows up to win….you are welcome to attend…..

News for seniors: 

Herff Jones is the company we use for seniors to purchase their graduation supplies.

• November 5: Senior meeting (for students) at Socastee High School at 11:00 a.m.  Representatives from Herff Jones will be here to speak with 12th graders about senior supplies.  At this meeting, they will pass out packets that include a graduation supply catalog and an order form.  They will send packets to AAST, ATA, and Scholars as well. 
• November 13: Herff Jones will return to Socastee High School for seniors and parents to place orders.  They will be in the Commons area during all 3 lunches (11:40-1:45) and after school until 6:00 p.m. to take orders. 
• December 6: Herff Jones will be here during all 3 lunches (11:40-1:45) for makeup orders.
• Seniors!! College App day is October 25 in the Media Center from 8:30-3:00.  Please attend during late arrival, early release, break, or lunch.  There will be a few colleges from SC with application fee waivers.  Don’t miss this great opportunity!!
• Senior parents!! If you are not receiving regular emails from Mrs. Adams in Guidance please email her at madams001@horrycountyschools.net to be added to her senior distribution list.  

Cafeteria News:

The Applications for free and reduced lunches that were not filled out at the beginning of the year were extended from October 3 to October 17. It expired on Wednesday, October 17.  Students check your accounts please!! We have over 500 students not using their lunch benefits for breakfast and lunch.  Please check your account at the Cashiers line and please use your benefits. We need your support.  If not we can delete the application for this year and it will help our lunch room numbers.

 

 

 

Have a Great Day Braves!!!

And be kind to one another

Socastee High School

Announcements

Week of October 15-19, 2018

Makeup pictures will be taken on October 25 for underclassmen and seniors. Seniors, there will be a tux or drape picture and two casual shots.

News from Athletic Department: 

Monday, October 15

Tennis vs. St. James 5:00 p.m. home

Volleyball vs. St. James 5:00 p.m. home (3 teams)

Tuesday, October 16

Tennis vs. S. Florence 5:00 p.m. away

Wednesday, October17

Cross Country Region Meet 4:00 p.m. Freedom Florence

Volleyball vs. Aynor (B-team) 5:30 p.m. Aynor

Thursday, October 18

JV Football vs. S. Florence 6:00 p.m. Away

Volleyball vs. W. Florence 5:30 p.m. Home

Tennis vs. Florence 5:00 p.m. home

Friday, October 19

Varsity Football vs. S. Florence 7:30 p.m. home (Senior Night)           

Good Luck to all our Brave Athletes!!!  Compete with Pride…

Anyone interested in playing Lacrosse this spring, please see Coach Fox in Room 225 this week.  Off-Season Workouts will begin October 22.  All students interested must have a Physical on file before they can begin lifting.

Socastee Wrestling wants you! If you are interested in wrestling for Socastee, please stop by the Athletic Office and sign up or contact Coach Gibby. We will be holding a team meeting early next week. More detail will come at a later date.  For now, please make arrangements to get your all sports physical and upload the necessary documents to arbiter Athlete.

All wrestlers need to sign up even those that were on the team last year.

Clubs and Activities:

Monday, October 15

• The next official HOSA meeting will be Monday, October 15, after school in Ms. Keillor’s Room!
• Ed Op Day will take place on October 15 from 12 to 1:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 16

• Attention National English Honor Society current members: we have an important meeting to discuss honor cords and other critical information. Please plan on attending at 3:30 on Tuesday, October 16, in Ms. Mitchell’s Room.
• The National English Honor Society meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, October 16, at 3:30 in Mrs. Mitchell's Room. Membership, Honor cords, etc. will be on the agenda.

Wednesday, October 17

• National English Honors Society applications are available in Ms. Mitchell and Ms. Ward’s Rooms and are due no later than Wednesday, October 17.
• FCCLA will be having their first official meeting Wednesday, October 17, right after school in Mrs. Gorcesky's Room 138. If you cannot attend please see Mrs. Gorcesky or Ms. Yates. We have numerous activities that we need to discuss. Fundraiser and T-shirt ideas will need to be determined, as well.
• The first Book Club meeting of the year will be Wednesday, October 17, at 3:20 in the Media Center. Come join the fun!
• Destination: Deep Space - Join Socastee Robotics Team to build a competition robot. First meeting Wednesday, October 17, until 4:30 in Room 316
• The Science National Honor Society will meet Wednesday at 3:30 in Room 318, Mr. French’s Room.
• Current Mu Alpha Theta members: Plan to meet on Wednesday, October 17, in Room 314 from 3:30 – 4:00 p.m.
• Do you eventually want to pursue a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics field? Do you want to meet with fellow students with similar interests? Consider joining brand new Socastee High School STEM club! Our first ever meeting will be held this Wednesday, October 17, in Room 306. Hope to see you there!

Thursday, October 18

• Interim Report Card pick up – Parent Teacher Night will be October 18.
• There will be a Spanish Club meeting Thursday after school in glorious room 221. Spanish Club is still hotter than Miami.
• Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Have you been solving Rubik's Cube for a while or do you want to learn how to solve it in under 30 seconds? Think of all the people you could impress with this mind-blowing skill!  Stop by Mr. MacLeod’s, Room 304, at 3:30 on Thursday, October 18, to find out more about joining the Socastee team that will compete in the Rubik’s Cube Challenge at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center this spring.  No experience necessary!
• The Braves' Academic Team will open their season on Tuesday with a match against Myrtle Beach.
• Ooh la la! French Club is meeting Thursday, October 18.  This is the last opportunity to join if you are interested.  Meeting starts at 3:25 in Room 224.
• Art Club and National Art Honor Society will meet Thursday, October 18,

Students running for office, have your speech ready

Friday, October 19

• Interim Report Cards that are not picked up will go home on the 19th.
• Gaming Design Club will meet Friday, October 19, in Room 204 from 3:30- 4:30.

Saturday, October 20

• Beach Sweep is Saturday, October 20, 9:00 - Noon at Ocean Lakes - all are welcome- Get your club to come out as a group!! Receive Community service hours for your time
• The Academic Braves will compete in a mini-tournament this Saturday, October 20. Good luck to our Braves.

Other up-coming events

• The Leadership class will be sponsoring a blood drive Tuesday, October 23, in the Mini Gym from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 pm. You can sign up at the table under the stairs in the commons during all lunches through Monday, October 22. You must show a picture ID with your birthdate on it when you go to give blood on October 23.  Thank you for helping to save lives.
• History Club members, please get your study trip permission slips in this week.
• Hey Braves:

Join DECA!  Lots of activities coming up in which you can participate.

• The SHS HOPE Club will be hosting a Bring-A-Friend Halloween Bash on Wednesday, October 24, after school in Room 223, until 4:30. Costumes are optional and should be school-appropriate. If you can bring a food or drink item, there is a sign-up sheet posted on Mrs. Rowan's door, Room 223. We HOPE to see you there!

Cafeteria News:

The Applications for free and reduced lunches that were not filled out at the beginning of the year were extended from the October 3 to October 17. It will expire on Wednesday, October 17.  Students check your accounts please!! We have over 500 students not using their lunch benefits for breakfast and lunch.  Please check your account at the Cashiers line and please use your benefits. We need your support.  If not we can delete the application for this year and it will help our lunch room numbers …

Homecoming Results:

Thank you all for your support for Homecoming 2018.

We did it!!!!

Best School Spirit:  Junior Class

Best Performance on the float: Senior class

Best Float: Freshman Class

 

Freshman Prince: Zahir Goodman

Freshman Princess: Chinnan Malayaporn

Sophomore Prince: JJ Jones

Sophomore Princess: Nicky Farinas

Junior Prince: Aaron Johnson

Junior Princess: Trinity McIver

Senior Prince: CJ Armstrong

Senior Princess:  Tie Tinsley Carter & Meghan Thomas

Homecoming King 1st runner up: Ward Wilson

Homecoming Queen 1st Runner up: Mabry Choate Homecoming King 2018: Kenney Solomon 

Homecoming Queen 2018: Lily Lekani

Have a Great Day Braves!!!

And be kind to one another

 

Socastee High School

Announcements

Week of October 8-12, 2018

Makeup pictures will be taken on October 25 for underclassmen and seniors. Seniors there will be a tux or drape picture and two casual shots. 

News from Athletic Department: 

Varsity Girls Volleyball defeated CF on Saturday 3-2

Monday, October 8

Tennis vs. West Florence 5:00 p.m. at West Florence

Volleyball vs. West Florence 5:30 p.m. at West Florence

Golf Region Tournament 12:00 p.m. at River Oaks

Tuesday, October 9 

Tennis vs. South Florence 5:00 p.m. at home

Volleyball (Junior Varsity and Varsity) vs. South Florence 5:30 p.m. at home

Wednesday, October 10

Cross Country – Horry County Championship 4:00 p.m. at NMB Rec Center

Thursday, October 11 

JV Football West Florence 6:00 p.m. at W. Florence

Tennis vs. Conway at 5:00 p.m. at home

Volleyball vs. Conway at 5:30 p.m. at home

Friday, October 12 

Varsity Football vs. West Florence 7:30 p.m. Homecoming

Saturday, October 13

Volleyball JV and Varsity – Sandpiper Invitational at 8:30 a.m. West Ashley HS                

Good Luck to all our Brave Athletes!!!  Compete with Pride…

There will be a Girls’ Basketball workout today after school in the Main Gym. You must have a physical to participate. 

Anyone interested in playing Lacrosse this spring, please see Coach Fox in Room 225 this week.  Off-Season Workouts will begin October 22.  All students interested must have a Physical on file before they can begin lifting. 

Any students interested in joining the Archery Team need to attend a brief meeting on Wednesday, October 10, in Room 310 at 3:30. 

Clubs and Activities:

Monday, October 8

• There WILL be a Drama Club meeting in Room 105 on Monday, October 8. This will be our first meeting of the year and several important items will be discussed.  Once again, the Drama Club meeting that was cancelled due to Florence has be rescheduled for Monday, October 8, from 3:30-4:30. Drama Club….To be, or not to be…there?  THAT is the question. 

Tuesday, October 9

• Beta Club meeting Tuesday, October 9, in Ms. Martin's Room, 211.

Wednesday, October 10

• The SHS HOPE Club is a student-led support group where students can share their struggles, strengths, and experiences. Come join us for our first meeting after school this Wednesday, October 10, in Mrs. Rowan's Room, 223. We HOPE to see you there! If anyone is interested in leading the group, please stop by before Wednesday.
• Junior Ring Orders: Makeup Orders: Wednesday, October 10, During Lunches and until 4:30 p.m.
• Destination: Deep Space - Join Socastee Robotics Team to build a competition robot. First meeting will be Wednesday, October 10, until 4:30 in Room 316
• Any FFA member who wants to go to FFA day at the State Fair on Tuesday, October 16, needs to see Mr. Ricketts by Wednesday of this week. Seats are limited so you better hurry.
• Any student who is interested in joining the Science National Honor Society, there will be an informational meeting on Wednesday, October 10, in Room 318, Mr. French’s Room, at 3:30.
• History Club will meet Wednesday, October 10th in room 226 at 3:30. All dues are due by or before that meeting.
• 1st DECA Meeting this Wednesday, October 10, in the Library immediately after school. If you cannot be there, please see Mrs. Blackmon for the information.  If you have not joined yet and maybe would like to join later, please come to the meeting.  

Thursday, October 11

• Art Club after school in Mrs. French’s room
• Philosophy Club will meet on Thursday, October 11, in Mr. Church's thoughtful room 204 until 4:15.
• Attention National English Honor Society current members: we have an important meeting to discuss honor cords and other critical information. Please plan on attending at 3:30 on Thursday, October 11, in Ms. Mitchell’s Room.
• Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Have you been solving Rubik's Cube for a while or do you want to learn how to solve it in under 30 seconds? Think of all the people you could impress with this mind-blowing skill!  Stop by Mr. MacLeod’s, Room 304, at 3:30 on Thursday, October 11, to find out more about joining the Socastee team that will compete in the Rubik’s Cube Challenge at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center this spring.  No experience necessary!

Friday, October 12 

• The SHS National Honor Society is now accepting applications for new members from the junior and senior classes. Selected members must have
• An excellent academic record with a minimum 3.8 weighted GPA
• At least two honors or higher level classes each year since 9th grade
• A high level of school and community involvement
• Outstanding character

If you believe you might qualify for membership or are a transfer student from another school already holding membership, see Mrs. Wilson in Room 212 for an application. The original deadline for application submission has been extended due to our recent school cancellations. All applications must now be submitted to Mrs. Wilson no later than Friday, October 12, by 4:00 p.m. No late applications will be accepted for any reason.

• Students interested in applying to Mu Alpha Theta (the Mathematics Honor Society): You may pick up an application outside of Ms. Stone's Room (Room 314). Return it to Ms. Stone by Friday, October 12, at 3:30.  You do not need to re-apply if you were a member last year.
• FFA dues are $20 again this year and include a t-shirt. You can pay Mr. Ricketts by this Friday.

Other up-coming events

• The Leadership class will be sponsoring a blood drive Tuesday, October 23, in the Mini Gym from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. You can sign up at the table under the stairs in the commons during all lunches from Monday, October 8, through Monday, October 22. You must show a picture ID with your birthdate on it when you go to give blood on the October 23. Thank you for helping to save lives.
• Interim Report Card pick up – Parent Teacher Night will be October 18. Interim Report Cards that are not picked up will go home on October 19.
• The next official HOSA meeting will be Monday, October 15, after school in Ms. Keillor’s Room!
• Ed Op Day will take place on October 15 from 12 to 1:00 p.m.
• World's First Chocolates bars are here!

Available before and after school for $1.00 each.

Please see an orchestra member or stop by Room 203

• National English Honors Society applications are available in Ms. Mitchell and Ms. Ward’s Rooms and are due no later than Wednesday, October 17.
• FCCLA will be having their first official meeting Wednesday, October 17, right after school in Mrs. Gorcesky's Room 138. If you cannot attend please see Mrs. Gorcesky or Ms. Yates to inform us. We have numerous activities that we need to discuss and set reminders for. Fundraiser and T-shirt ideas will need to be determined, as well.
• The senior book bundle offer has been extended. Seniors can still purchase yearbooks at the bundle rate of $100, which includes your senior quote and baby or casual picture. The cost of yearbooks for non-senior students is $80. Order your book today.

Hey Mickey you’re so fine- You’re so fine you blow my mind! Hey Mickey….Mouse…..Hey Mickey…..Mouse…

That’s Right, Seniors- it’s time so sign up for Senioritis Tour 2019!

This is the trip we all voted on last year and includes Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Volcano Bay, and the all-night lock-in Seniors-only Grad Bash party!

For more information on how to sign up see the board outside of Mr. French’s room, 318.

Space is limited this year, so hurry and get your name on the list! 

The 30th Anniversary of Beach Sweep is Saturday, October 20, from 9:00 - Noon at Ocean Lakes.

It is open to anyone. Club Sponsors, bring your club members! Stay for as little or as long as you can.

Time sheets for Community Service hours will be available.

http://www.scseagrant.org/Content/?cid=49

South Carolina Sea Grant Consortium | Beach Sweep / River ... www.scseagrant.org Beach Sweep/River Sweep is South Carolina's largest one-day volunteer cleanup event of its kind. Every 3rd Saturday in September, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., thousands of South Carolinians clear beaches, rivers, lakes, marshes, and swamps of aquatic debris.

News from Guidance:

• All 10^th-grade students who are enrolled in an honors or AP class this year are scheduled to take the PSAT on October 24. All other 10^th-grade students who would like to take the PSAT need to sign up in the Guidance Office by Tuesday, October 9.  Cost is free to all 10^th-grade students.
• All 11^th-grade students enrolled in an honors/AP/IB English or Math class will be scheduled to take the PSAT on October 24. All other juniors who would like to take the PSAT may do so by signing up in guidance by October 9   Cost for juniors is $16.00 if you are not in an honors English or math class this year.

Cafeteria News:

All students who were receiving lunch benefits will need to check on their status to see if they applied for lunches for the 2018/19 school year, if they need assistants due to flooding they need to see the Guidance Counselors at this time

Have a Great Day Braves!!!

And be kind to one another

 

Socastee High School

 

Welcome Back Braves!!!

Makeup pictures will be taken on October 25 for underclassmen and seniors. Seniors there will be a tux or drape picture and two casual shots.

News from Athletic Department:   

The Girls’ Basketball workouts for today have been canceled and rescheduled for Wednesday, October 3, from 3:45-5:15 in the Main Gym. You must have a physical to participate. Please see Coach Lewis in Room 108 if you have questions.

Wednesday, October 3

GTENNIS—Carolina Forest                                     5:00 p.m.                                 HOME

VOLLEYBALL—Conway                                           6:00 p.m.                                 Conway

Thursday, October 4

WOMEN’S GOLF--Myrtle Beach                              4:30 p.m.                                 Arcadian Shores

GTENNIS--St. James                                                 5:00 p.m.                                 St. James

VOLLEYBALL (JV&VAR)--St. James (All 3 Teams) 4:30 p.m.                               St. James 

Saturday, October 6        

SWIM--State Championship                                    TBA                                         Columbia

VOLLEYBALL—Carolina Forest (3 teams) 2:00 p.m.                                 SOCASTEE    

JV and Varsity Football at Conway.  JV at 4:00 p.m. and Varsity at 6:30 p.m.

Homecoming is next Friday, October 12. We play the West Florence Knights. Students will nominate via Advisory Google Classroom for Homecoming Court; nominations are due Wednesday, October 3 - tomorrow.

Google Classroom will be used for continuing Homecoming items.                     

Good Luck to all our Brave Athletes!!!  Compete with Pride…

Clubs and Activities:

• Interim Report Card pick up – Parent Teacher Night will be October 18. Interim Report Cards that are not picked up will go home on October 19.
• Rescheduled senior class meeting on Wednesday, October 4, at 11:00 in the Auditorium.
• Attention Students:

Hat Day Friday, October 5.

Wear an appropriate hat to school Friday for $1.00.

Proceeds to Socastee High Families in need

Student Council will collect before school; a sticker will be given for those who donated.

• The SHS National Honor Society is now accepting applications for new members from the junior and senior classes. Selected members must have
• An excellent academic record with a minimum 3.8 weighted GPA
• At least two honors or higher level classes each year since 9th grade
• A high level of school and community involvement
• Outstanding character

If you believe you might qualify for membership or are a transfer student from another school already holding membership, see Mrs. Wilson in Room 212 for an application. The original deadline for application submission has been extended due to our recent school cancellations. All applications must now be submitted to Mrs. Wilson no later than Friday, October 12, by 4:00 p.m. No late applications will be accepted for any reason.

• Ed Op Day will take place on October 15 from 12 to 1:00 p.m.
• World's First Chocolates bars are here!

Available before and after school for $1.00 each.

Please see an orchestra member or stop by Room 203

• HOPE is coming back to Socastee! The SHS HOPE Club is a student-led support group where students can share their struggles, strengths, and experiences. Please come join us for our first meeting of the year after school next Wednesday, October 10, in Mrs. Rowan's Room, 223.
• Gaming Design Club will meet Friday in Room 204 - where the sun always shines! Club will dismiss at 4:30.
• The Academic team will PRACTICE Tuesday and Wednesday this week; this week's match has been postponed.
• Junior Ring Orders: Main Order Date: Wednesday, October 3, during lunches and after school until 6:00 p.m.

Makeup Orders: Wednesday, October 10, during lunches

• Any student interested in joining FCCLA, dues and applications must be submitted by the end of the week Friday, October 5. We are excited to start planning some awesome activities!
• The senior book bundle offer has been extended. Seniors can still purchase yearbooks at the bundle rate of $100, which includes your senior quote and baby or casual picture. The cost of yearbooks for non-senior students is $80. Order your book today.
• Beta Club meeting Tuesday, October 9, in Ms. Martin's Room, 211.
• Ooh la la! French Club will be having its first meeting this Thursday, October 4, in Room 224 at 3:30.

Hey Mickey, You’re so fine- You’re so fine you blow my mind! Hey Mickey….Mouse…..Hey Mickey…..Mouse…

That’s Right, Seniors- it’s time so sign up for Senioritis Tour 2019!

This is the trip we all voted on last year and includes Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Volcano Bay, and the all-night lock-in Seniors-only Grad Bash party!

For more information on how to sign up see the board outside of Mr. French’s Room, 318.

Space is limited this year, so hurry and get your name on the list!

News from Guidance:

• All 10th grade students who are enrolled in an honors or AP class this year are scheduled to take the PSAT on October 24. All other 10th grade students who would like to take the PSAT need to sign up in the Guidance Office by Tuesday, October 9.  Cost is free to all 10th grade students.
• All 11th grade students enrolled in an honors/AP/IB English or Math class will be scheduled to take the PSAT on October 24. All other juniors who would like to take the PSAT may do so by signing up in Guidance by October 9.  Cost for juniors is $16.00 if you are not in an honors English or math class this year.

Cafeteria News:

All students who were receiving lunch benefits will need to check on their status to see if they applied for lunches for 2018/19 school year, if they need assistants due to flooding, they need to see the Guidance Counselors at this time.

Have a Great Day Braves!!!

And be kind to one another

Socastee High School Announcements

Week of September 10-14, 2018

Makeup pictures will be taken on October 25 for underclassmen and seniors. Seniors there will be a tux or drape picture and two casual shots. 

News from Athletic Department:                     

Monday 9/10

• Girl’s Golf at Conway 4:30 p.m.
  

Tuesday 9/11

• Girl’s Golf vs. St. James 4:30 p.m.
• Girl’s Tennis at West Florence 5:00 p.m.
• Volleyball at West Florence 5:30 p.m.         

Wednesday 9/12

• Girl’s Golf vs. Waccamaw 4:30 p.m.
• Cross Country at CFHS 5:30 p.m.

Thursday 9/13

• JV Football at NMB 6:00 p.m.
• Girl’s Tennis vs. St. James 5:00 p.m.
• Volleyball vs. St. James 5:00 p.m.

Friday 9/14

• Varsity Football vs. NMB 7:30 p.m.

Saturday 9/15           

• Swim at NMB Aquatics Center

            Good Luck to all our Brave Athletes!!!  Compete with Pride…

Any girl interested in trying out for basketball needs to see Coach Lewis in Room 108 to pick up a copy of the fall workout schedule. Workouts will begin on Tuesday, September 11. You must have a physical to participate

Any students interested in joining the Archery team need to attend a brief meeting on Wednesday, September 19, in Room 310 at 3:30.

Clubs and Activities:

• World's First Chocolates bars are here!

Available before and after school for $1.00 each.

Please see an orchestra member or stop by Room 203

• Get your yearbook at the lowest price of the year. Seniors: be sure to order the Senior Book Bundle. It includes your personalized yearbook, baby or casual picture, and your senior quote for $100. Visit Room 220 for more information.
• Due to the impending weather, the Drama Club meeting after school today has been canceled. We will reschedule for the following week and make an announcement as soon as we have a solid date. Thanks for understanding!
• Beta Club will meet Tuesday, September 11, in Martin's room, 211.
• HOPE is coming back to Socastee! The SHS HOPE Club is a student-led support group where students can share in one another's strengths and experiences. Please come join us for our first meeting of the year after school on Wednesday, September 12, in Mrs. Rowan's Room, 223.
• All history Club dues payments are due by September 15 via mypaymentsplus.com

The club will meet Wednesday. September 12, to distribute permission slips and hold discussion on the first trip. 

• Robots, Computer Programming, & Fun - Join the Brave Bots Robotics team to drive the robot and make it even more awesome! Wednesday, September 12, until 4:30 in room 316
• Attention Current Mu Alpha Theta members:

Our first meeting will be Wednesday, September 12, at 3:30 in Ms. Stone's Room (Room 314).  We will be nominating officers.  See you there!

• Hey Braves: Come to the FIRST DECA meeting on Wednesday, which is this week. Meet in the library and vote for your new DECA officers.  Bring your dues if you have not yet paid one of the advisors. 
• The Socastee Surf Club will meet on Wednesday, September 12, in Room 214 immediately after school. All are welcome.
• Ooh la la! French Club will meet this Thursday, September 13, after school in Room 224.  Anyone is welcome to the meeting.
• There will be a Spanish Club meeting in glorious Room 221 after school on Thursday, September 12. Even after all these years, Spanish Club is still hotter than Miami.
• Art Cub will meet this Thursday, September 13, in Room 130
• Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Have you been solving Rubik's Cube for a while or do you want to learn how to solve it in under 30 seconds? Think of all the people you could impress with this mind-blowing skill!  Stop by Mr. MacLeod’s, Room 304, at 3:30 on Thursday, September 13, to find out more about joining the Socastee team that will compete in the Rubik’s Cube Challenge at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center this spring.  No experience necessary!
• Beach Sweep is this Saturday, September 15, from 9:00 a.m. to noon.

You may stay for a little or long as you want - we clean our beaches to keep them beautiful!

This is a good opportunity for community service hours and help our environment 

Sign in at the pavilion on the beach in Ocean Lakes with Mrs. French

• The SHS National Honor Society is now accepting applications for new members from the junior and senior classes. Selected members must have
• An excellent academic record with a minimum 3.8 weighted GPA
• At least two honors or higher level classes each year since 9th grade
• A high level of school and community involvement
• Outstanding character

If you believe you might qualify for membership or are transfer student from another school already holding membership, see Mrs. Wilson in Room 212 for an application.  All applications are due no later than Friday, September 21, by 4:00 p.m. No late applications will be accepted for any reason.

• There will be a HOSA meeting on the afternoon of Monday, September 17. Please meet afterschool in Ms. Keillor’s Room to talk about competitive events, breast cancer awareness month and our bulletin board.
• The Leadership class is sponsoring a Blood Drive on Wednesday, September 26, in the Mini Gym from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. You can sign up during all three lunches at the table under the stairs in the student commons from Monday, September 10, through Tuesday, September 25.  Thank you for helping to save lives. 

Hey Mickey: You’re so fine- You’re so fine you blow my mind! Hey Mickey….Mouse…..Hey Mickey…..Mouse…

That’s Right, Seniors- it’s time so sign up for Senioritis Tour 2019!

This is the trip we all voted on last year and includes Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Volcano Bay, and the all-night lock-in Seniors-only Grad Bash party!

For more information on how to sign up see the board outside of Mr. French’s Room, 318.

Space is limited this year, so hurry and get your name on the list!

News from Guidance:

• Seniors!!! A representative from the University of South Carolina will be here at 1:00 on September 11, in the Guidance Conference Room.  This will be a great opportunity to ask questions about the campus, the application process, and scholarships.  Please let Mrs. Adams know if you plan on attending the meeting.
  
  
• All 10th grade students who are enrolled in an honors or AP class this year are scheduled to take the PSAT on October 10. All other 10th grade students who would like to take the PSAT need to sign up in the guidance office by Tuesday, September 18.  Cost is free to all 10th grade students.
• All 11th grade students enrolled in an honors/AP/IB English or Math class will be scheduled to take the PSAT on October 11. All other juniors who would like to take the PSAT may do so by signing up in Guidance by September 18.  Cost for juniors is $16.00 if you are not in an honors English or math class this year.

Cafeteria News:

Students who have not filled out an application for breakfast and lunch assistants for year 2019, will need to do so at this time, all applicants will expire Oct 3, 2018.

Have a Great Day Braves!!!

And be kind to one another

Socastee High School

Announcements

Week of September 4-7

 

If you have a late payment for your pictures that were taken last week, please get it to Mrs. Miller in Office 224 before noon today.  Makeup pictures will be taken on October 25 for underclassmen and seniors.

 

News from Athletic Department:   
                       

Tuesday, 9/4           Cross Country at St. James 5:30 p.m.

                                    Swim at Sumter - TBA

                                    Girls Tennis vs. NMB 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, 9/5     Women’s Golf at CFHS 4:30 p.m.

                                    Girls Tennis at Aynor 5:00 p.m.

Thursday, 9/6        Women’s Tennis at CFHS 5:00 p.m.

                                    Women’s Volleyball at CFHS 5:00 p.m.

                                    Women’s Golf at Waccamaw 4:30 p.m.

                                    JV Football vs. Myrtle Beach 6:00 p.m.

Friday, 9/7              Varsity Football at Myrtle Beach 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, 9/8         Cross Country at Coaches Classic Invitational 8:00 a.m.

                                    Swim at Waccamaw HS Meet TBA

                                    Volleyball at Swamp Fox Invitational 8:00 a.m.

            Good Luck to all our Brave Athletes!!!  Compete with Pride…

 

Any girl interested in trying out for basketball needs to see Coach Lewis in Room 108 to pick up a copy of the fall workout schedule. Workouts will begin on Tuesday, September 11. You must have a physical to participate

 

Clubs and Activities:

• World's First Chocolates bars are here!

Available before and after school for $1.00 each.

Please see an orchestra member or stop by Room 203

• Braves, if you like trivia of any sort--movies, music, sports, and academics... consider joining the defending county-championship-winning Socastee Academic Team. Practices will be held Monday through Wednesdays after school in Room 213.
• HOSA will have their first meeting of the year on Wednesday, September 5, in Room 140 at 3:30. Everyone is welcome to come! Please see Ms. Keillor or Ms. Smoak if you are unable to attend.
• It’s back to school time and the perfect time to get your yearbook at the lowest price of the year. Seniors: be sure to order the Senior Book Bundle. It includes your personalized yearbook, baby or casual picture, and your senior quote for $100. Visit Room 220 for more information.
• Hey DECA,
• It’s time to nominate officers. If you are interested in running for a DECA Office position, see Mrs. Blackmon ASAP.  Dues and applications are due no later than Friday, September 7.  Officers will be voted on Wednesday, September 12, immediately after school in the library.  Join DECA and run for an office!  Be a leader!!
• The Gaming Design Club will meet in Room 204 on Friday, September 7. If you are a gamer, be there. We play video games, card games, board games, and whatever. Come be a part of it! See Mr. Church if you have any questions.
• HOPE is coming back to Socastee! The SHS HOPE Club is a student-led support group where students can share in one another's strengths and experiences. Please come join us for our first meeting of the year after school on Wednesday, September 12, in Mrs. Rowan's Room, 223.
• The SHS National Honor Society is now accepting applications for new members from the junior and senior classes. Selected members must have
• An excellent academic record with a minimum 3.8 weighted GPA
• At least two honors or higher level classes each year since 9th grade
• A high level of school and community involvement
• Outstanding character

If you believe you might qualify for membership or are a transfer student from another school already holding membership, see Mrs. Wilson in Room 212 for an application.  All applications are due no later than Friday, September 21, by 4:00 p.m. No late applications will be accepted for any reason.

 

Have a Great Day Braves!!!

And be kind to one another…