Southwest Guilford High School Principal's Message: March 2017

Friday, March 24, 2017

Southwest Guilford High School's Principal's Message for the week of March 27, 2017

Good evening, this is Mike Hettenbach, Principal of Southwest Guilford High School.

I have just a few quick items to share with you.

We are heading into a spirit week to support a Leukemia and Lymphoma Fundraiser. While the students have heard repeated instructions for each spirit day of what they are allowed to wear. You as a parent can also reference the SWHS website for more information.

We have a wonderful presentation coming up in one weeks on April 3rd from 6-8 pm in the media center called the Poe Center's Drugs Uncovered: What parents need to know! As society is seeing an increase in drug use and drug related health problems, the SW PTSA is sponsoring this fantastic program for parents to gain tools for prevention as well as get information on how to respond if you think your child or their friends are experimenting with drugs and alcohol. There is no fee but registration is encouraged and can be accessed on the SWHS web page.

We would like for you to join us one week from Tuesday, April 4th for our Senior Project Speech Night. Many of you have faithfully assisted us in the past and we hope you can join again. We will plan to meet in the cafeteria at 5PM for dinner and a review of the rubric. Speeches will begin at 6 and we hope to be finished by 8. We know this makes a long day for you but we can not do this without you and we would be so grateful to have you join us. Feel free to invite neighbors, co-workers and friends to join us as long as they are over the age of 25. Also, please RSVP Julie Nichols at Nicholj@gcsnc.com. If you invite others to join you, please include their name and e-mail address as well. This is a low pressure yet rewarding experience if this is your first time volunteering. We look forward to seeing you there!

The annual senior picnic is currently scheduled for May 26th. The committee is asking for a small donation of $10.00 per family, however any amount would be greatly appreciated. You can have your child drop a check made out to SWHS PTSA or cash to the main office. Anyone that has had children experience the senior picnic will know what an undertaking this is and how vital the donations are to making it a success. Thank you for any assistance with this.

As it relates to athletics this week, the following home events are as followed:

Monday night
- JV and Varsity Men's Lacrosse (home 5:30/7:30)
Tuesday night
- Varsity Tennis (home 4:30)

- JV & Varsity Softball (home - 5/7)
- JV and Varsity Women's Soccer (home 5:30/7)
- Varsity Baseball (home - 7:00)

Wednesday night
- Varsity Track (home 4:30)
Thursday night
- JV and Varsity Men's Lacrosse (home 5:30/7:30)
Friday Night

- Varsity Women's Soccer (home 5:30)

- Varsity Women's Lacrosse (home 7:00)

- Varsity Baseball (home - 7:00)

Remember, you are always able to access this message on our school website under School News and titled Principal's Weekly Updates or on Facebook and Twitter. Please follow Southwest High School at SouthwestGHS for both Twitter and Facebook. This is a great way for us to communicate and stay connected.

I hope you have a great week

Go Cowboys!

Friday, March 17, 2017

Southwest Guilford High School's Principal's message for the week of March 20, 2017

Good evening, this is Mike Hettenbach, Principal of Southwest Guilford High School.

I have just a few quick items to share with you.

Saturday School is Saturday, March 25th from 8-12. This is an opportunity for any students to make up time due to absences. Students who plan on being in attendance must bring items with them to keep busy. No drinks, food or electronics are allowed.

Seniors, the Herff Jones representatives will be back on campus this Friday during all lunches to collect any money owed and hand out senior graduation supply orders. They will onyl accept cash or money orders or you can pay online or over the phone with a credit card.

Juniors, Tuesday, March 21st, is a make up ACT test day for any juniors who missed the February 28th testing day. Please see the media Specialist, Mrs. Meier with any questions.

We have a wonderful presentation coming up in two weeks on April 3rd from 6-8 pm in the media center called the Poe Center's Drugs Uncovered: What parents need to know! As society is seeing an increase in drug use and drug related health problems, the SW PTSA is sponsoring this fantastic program for parents to gain tools for prevention as well as get information on how to respond if you think your child or their friends are experimenting with drugs and alcohol. There is no fee but registration is encouraged and can be accessed on the SWHS web page.

The school safety department is seeking volunteers for an emergency management exercise on Saturday, May 6 at Southwest Guilford Middle School. This exercise will last from 8am to 12 noon. Lunch will be provided. The goal of this exercise to to test the parent/student reunification and school recovery plans as written in the district's crisis manual. The available volunteer opportunities are for role players to fill the teacher, student and parent roles in the scenario. Contact the school safety office at 370-8995 with any questions.

The annual senior picnic is currently scheduled for May 26th. The committee is asking for a small donation of $10.00 per family, however any amount would be greatly appreciated. You can have your child drop a check made out to SWHS PTSA or cash to the main office. Anyone that has had children experience the senior picnic will know what an undertaking this is and how vital the donations are to making it a success. Thank you for any assistance with this.

As it relates to athletics this week, the following home events are as followed:

Monday night
- Varsity Golf (4:00)
- Varsity Women's Lacrosse (home - 6:00)
Tuesday night
- JV & Varsity Softball (home - 5/7)
- Varsity Baseball (home - 7:00)
- JV and Varsity Women's Soccer (5:30/7)
Wednesday night
- Varsity Golf (4:00)
- Varsity Tennis (4:30)
- Varsity Track (4:30)
- JV Baseball (5:00)
Thursday night
- JV and Varsity Men's Lacrosse (5:30/7:15)
- Varsity Women's Lacrosse (5:30)
Friday Night
- Varsity Men's Lacrosse (7:15)
- Varsity Women's Lacrosse (5:30)
- JV Baseball (home - 5:30)
Saturday
- JV & Varsity Women's Softball (11/1)
- Athletic Boosters Reverse Raffle for $10,000 - Elks Lodge - 6:00pm

I hope you have a great week

Go Cowboys

Sunday, March 12, 2017

Southwest Guilford High School's Principal's message for the week of March 13, 2017

Good evening, this is Mike Hettenbach, Principal of Southwest Guilford High School.

I have just a few quick items to share with you.

First, Wednesday, March 15th is an early release day. Students will be released at 1:35.

Seniors - Service Learning deadlines are coming up. This Wednesday March 15th is the final submission for all service learning approval forms.

We have a wonderful presentation coming up on April 3rd from 6-8 pm in the media center called the Poe Center's Drugs Uncovered: What parents need to know! As society is seeing an increase in drug use and drug related health problems, the SW PTSA is sponsoring this fantastic program for parents to gain tools for prevention as well as get information on how to respond if you think your child or their friends are experimenting with drugs and alcohol. There is no fee but registration is encouraged and can be accessed on the SWHS web page.

The Southwest Band is partnering with Imagine Travel to raffle off a Caribbean vacation to an all-inclusive Hard Rock resort. Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased from any band student or Dr. McIvor. Airfare is not included and the winner must be at least 18 years old. The drawing will be held at the band and orchestra Pre-MPA concert this Thursday, March 16, and additional information can be found on the band website. Please come out and support the arts!

Thursday, March 16th, SWHS will host a GTCC information night for Parents of Exceptional Children students starting at 6pm in the media center

As it relates to athletics this week, the following home events are as followed:

Monday night -
- Varsity Tennis (home-4:30)
- JV and Varsity Softball (home - 4:30, 6:30)
Tuesday night -
- Varsity Tennis (home-4:30)
- Varsity Baseball (home - 5:00)
Wednesday night -
- JV and Varsity Softball (home - 5, 7)
Thursday night -
- JV and Varsity Women's soccer (home - 5:30, 7)
Friday Night -
JV and Varsity Women's soccer (home- 5:30, 7:00)
JV Baseball (home - 5)
Get your tickets now for the $10,000 reverse raffle dinner event sponsored by the SW Athletic Booster Club. Cost of the tickets is $100 per person. The date is set for March 25th. So come join us for a night of fun, great food, lots of excitement, and a chance to take home 10 grand in cash! Tickets can be purchased at SWGHS.

A reminder that Winter Sports banquet is Monday, March the 13th at 6:30. RSVPs have been distributed and should have already been returned to Coach Christman by March 10th in order to attend.

I hope you have a great week

Go Cowboys

Sunday, March 5, 2017

Southwest Guilford High School Principal's message for the week of March 6, 2017

Good evening, this is Mike Hettenbach, Principal of Southwest Guilford High School.

I have just a few quick items to share with you.

If you know of any current 8th graders who are planning on attending SW next year, please share with them that the rising 9th graders will be visiting our school this Thursday, March 9th in the morning and parents are invited that evening to get an overview of the curriculum as well as visit all the options available during our curriculum fair from 6:30-8.If you have any questions, please contact the 9th grade counselor, Ms. Compton.

This Tuesday from 7-9 is the Middle school and High School chorus concert. Come out and support the arts at SWHS!

Support the SW HS Robotics Club by eating at Chipotle, located at 4008 Brian Jordan Place on Monday, March 6th. The Robotics club will receive 50% of the proceeds when you tell your server you are there in support of the club!

Seniors - Service Learning deadlines are coming up. Wednesday March 15th is the final submission for all service learning approval forms. Also, The Herff Jones representative will be back on campus on Tuesday, February 28th to collect any money you owe for senior supplies you ordered in the fall. If you have paid your full balance, you will be able to pick up your supplies. They will only accept cash and money orders on this day, If you prefer to pay by credit card, you can call the number on the balance-due sheet or go online to pay per the directions on the envelope. Please know that Southwest staff members do NOT collect money or hand out graduation supply orders.

We have a wonderful presentation coming up on April 3rd from 6-8 pm in the media center called the Poe Center's Drugs Uncovered: What parents need to know! As society is seeing an increase in drug use and drug related health problems, the SW PTSA is sponsoring this fantastic program for parents to gain tools for prevention as well as get information on how to respond if you think your child or their friends are experimenting with drugs and alcohol. There is no fee but registration is encouraged and can be accessed on the SWHS web page.

The Southwest Band is partnering with Imagine Travel to raffle off a Caribbean vacation to an all-inclusive Hard Rock resort. Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased from any band student or Dr. McIvor. Airfare is not included and the winner must be at least 18 years old. The drawing will be held at the band and orchestra Pre-MPA concert on March 16, and additional information can be found on the band website.

As it relates to athletics this week, the following home events are as followed:

Monday night - Varsity Golf, Varsity Tennis and Women's Varsity Lacrosse
Tuesday night - Varsity Golf, JV and Varsity Softball, JV and Varsity Baseball and Women's JV Soccer
Thursday night - Coed Varsity Track
Friday Night - Women's JV and Varsity Soccer

Get your tickets now for the $10,000 reverse raffle dinner event sponsored by the SW Athletic Booster Club. Cost of the tickets is $100 per person. The date is set for March 25th. So come join us for a night of fun, great food, lots of excitement, and a chance to take home 10 grand in cash! Tickets can be purchased at SWGHS.

A reminder that Winter Sports banquet is March the 13th at 6:30. RSVPs have been distributed and need to be returned to Coach Christman by March 10th in order to attend.

I hope you have a great week

Go Cowboys