Student Life Briefs – the Southerner Online

Two schools to visit the CCC this week

November 19, 2019

The following schools will be visiting the CCC this week: 12 pm: School Year Abroad For students interested in spending a year of high school studying abroad. School Year Abroad has programs in France, China, Italy, and Spain. For more information, visit www.sya.org. 12:30 pm: Southern University and A&M College, Baton Rouge, LA This HBCU is offering onsite admissions during their visit and waiving the application fee. ...

Speech & Debate to host benefit on Dec. 4

November 19, 2019

The Speech & Debate team will be hosting their annual Holiday Benefit Party on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 6:30 pm. Guests can expect food, drinks, and holiday performances from team members. The suggested donation is $15 per guest.

Latin Club to hold next meeting on Nov. 21

November 18, 2019

The next Latin club meeting will be held on Thursday, Nov. 21, from 3:45 to 4:15 pm. The meeting will include Roman board games and Hot Apple Cider. Everyone, including non-Latin students, are welcome.

Chick-fil-A to recruit students at lunch

November 12, 2019

Chick-fil-A will be recruiting students during first and second lunches on Thursday, Nov. 14th. Students interested in applying for a job can speak to staff during this time.

Math club hosts Tech professor

November 5, 2019

Dr. Goldsman from ISyE at Georgia Tech will be speaking at a math club- sponsored event on Thursday, November 7th from 3:45-4:45. Come watch Dr. Goldsman speak in room C-405.

Show appreciation to veterans with ‘Thank You’ notes

November 5, 2019

Let veterans know their service is appreciated with goody bags and "Thank You" notes. Come to social studies teacher Mary Van Atta's room (C225) during lunch on Nov. 9th to pack goodie bags and write "Thank You" notes to veterans. Some items that can be donated are: hard candy, popcorn, DVDs, new socks, paperback books, toiletries, and wet wipes. Contact Ms. Van Atta for more...

Holiday food drive provides for less fortunate

November 5, 2019

Help those in need this holiday season, while getting service hours. Bring canned foods, dried pasta, beans, olive oil, and other non-perishables to Ms. Vann Atta's room (C225) through December 6th. Students will receive 1 service hour per 5 items brought. For a full list of qualifying foods, contact Ms. Vann Atta.

Senior advertisements due next week

October 31, 2019

Senior advertisements in the yearbook are due , Nov. 4th. Submit an advertisement with your friends, elementary school classmates, or have your parents buy one for you. 1 full page is $300. 1/4 and 1/2 pages are also available for purchase. Contact yearbook staff for more information, and buy a senior advertisement today!

DECA students perform well at state conference

October 28, 2019

Cassie Maggard, Rebecca Bates, Janese Bennett, Zahna Jenkins, Keven Dorcenvil, Sam Rose, Aiden Abramowitz, Prince Black, and Grady DECA Advisor, Tony Davis all attended the Georgia DECA Conference on October 17 and 18. All of the students achieved at least 95% on DECA Statesmen Testing, and 3 students were recognized for top Marketing Role-Plays

CCC College Visits scheduled for this week

October 28, 2019

CCC College Visits this week are: Monday, October 28 11:40 a.m., Savannah College of Art and Design Tuesday, October 29 1:20 p.m., University of South Carolina

Bike to School Day celebration set for Tuesday morning

October 28, 2019

The Bike to School Day celebration will be on Tuesday, October 29 from 7:45 to 8:20 AM. Bike or walk to school and receive prizes in the main courtyard when you arrive. The event is hosted by Transportation YOU, Pedestrian Club, and Georgia Commute Schools.

Stage fright concert

October 15, 2019

The annual Stage Fright concert will be held in the Theatre on Tuesday, October 29th. Support the Grady Chorus and Voxology club, as well as the Grady band, on this spooky evening. The starting time has yet to be announced.