Student Life Briefs – the Southerner Online

CCC to host Healthcare Lunch & Learn

February 24, 2020

A Healthcare Lunch & Learn with representatives from Atlanta Tech and the Grady Schools of Radiation and Imaging Technologies will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 26 in the College & Career Center during both lunches. The representatives will discuss careers in imaging (ultrasound, X-rays, etc.), dental hygiene, and emergency medical services. Students must sign up in advance,...

SMSEA applications open

February 24, 2020

For students who are interested in earning additional credits in STEM subjects, the Summer Math Science Enrichment Academy is accepting applications. The program is free and allows you to take a math or science course worth up to one full year of credit. In order to apply, students must have at least an overall GPA of 80 and a 90 average in their intended subject area. Depending...

Scholarship guide available to graduating seniors

February 5, 2020

Graduating seniors applying to scholarships have access to a scholarship guide. Click here to access guide which links to the APS scholarship database and lists specific scholarships for APS students, students in Georgia, popular scholarship databases, and more general scholarships. Contact Ms. Poirier or Ms. Jones if you have questions....

Apiculture Club selling raw honey for Valentine’s Day

February 5, 2020

The apiculture club is selling raw honey for $10 a jar. Buy it here or scan the QR code on the flyer.

Geometry “Lunch-n-Learn” to be held next week

February 3, 2020

Grady parents- come join geometry teachers on Friday, February 7th to learn about the geometry curriculum. Meet in the Black Box Theatre from 12:15-1:00PM to understand more about the geometry curriculum. Lunch is provided.

First Coffee House of the year to be held next week

February 3, 2020

"Twilight scone" coffee house will be held at 7PM in the Black Box Theatre next Thursday, February 13th. Screenings will be held after school on Wednesday, February 12th. Come to showcase musical talent, poems, skit, or to just watch. Tickets can be purchased at the theatre for $5.

Parent teacher conferences held this week

February 3, 2020

Parent-teacher conferences will be held in the cafeteria this Tuesday, February, 4. Conferences start at 3:40PM.

Mock Trial wins region competition

January 30, 2020

The Mock Trial team won their Region competition, continuing the team's 22-year long winning streak. The team competed against North Springs Charter, Atlanta International School, and the Weber School. Sophomore Aaliyah Rapping and junior Zoya Charania won attorney awards, and junior Katie Dwyer won a witness award. The team will move on to compete at the district competition.

Super Smash Brothers club to hold first meeting on Jan. 30

January 28, 2020

New club Super Smash Brothers will have its first meeting on Thursday, January 30 at 3:30 p.m. in Mr. Cowan's room, Room C229.

Young Life Club Kick-Off Meeting to be on Jan. 27

January 21, 2020

Young Life Club will be holding its Kick-Off Meeting on Monday, Jan. 27 at 6:56 p.m. at 798 N. Highland NE. Come for free food, raffle prizes, and games.

Lunch & Learn with DeKalb Firefighters

January 21, 2020

Master Firefighter Adrienne Ziyad will be discussing career opportunities with DeKalb County Fire Rescue at this week's Lunch & Learn on Thursday, Jan. 23. The talk will be held in the interactive lab, and lunch will be provided. Email Ms. Cook (Maryska) or come by the Student Support Center in the Media Center to sign up (required by Tuesday, Jan. 23)....

Morningside Elementary seeking tutors

January 13, 2020

Morningside Elementary School is looking for tutors for their Saturday School Tutorial. Students can earn community service hours for volunteering. Consult the attached flyer for available Saturday dates, and who to contact. 2019_20_Morningside_Tutor_Volunteering.01