Good evening Southwest!
Congratulations to the Southwest Swim team. They had a great meet at the 3A State Championship on Thursday!
Will Watson finished 1st in the 100 Fly with a new school record and an All-American Automatic Qualifying time of 48.37. This places Will within the top 100 swimmers in the nation for the 100 fly this year. Will also tied for 2nd in the 50 Free with a new school record of 21.43.
Johnny Edwards finished 11th in the 200 Free.
The Medley Relay of Spencer Mann, Johnny Edwards, Will Watson, and Austin Hagler finished 7th.
The 200 Free Relay Will Watson, Johnny Edwards, Spencer Mann, and Austin Hagler finished 5th.
It is always an honor to qualify for state but this year even more so. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, State was a timed finals and Championship heat only meet. This means swimmers had to qualify in the top 3 of their region to even advance to state and did not have the opportunity to move to a better position in a preliminary heat. For swimmers who are used to swimming in the morning and evening of a championship meet this is less than ideal. Please congratulate these student-athletes and the rest of the team for what they have accomplished during this challenging time. Thank you to Denis Byrd and Kristen Steely for a great season!
Reminder from the Board Meeting
Guilford County Schools’ middle and high school students will begin returning to classrooms during the next few weeks, a few grade levels at a time. The Guilford County Board of Education made its decision Tuesday night, following a presentation about the effects of remote learning on academic progress.
Middle and high schools will use a cohort model, with half of the students attending in-person on Monday and Tuesday, and the other half attending in-person on Thursday and Friday. The remaining days will be remote learning days. Some secondary school students will remain learning remotely fulltime in alignment with the selections made by their parents/guardians prior to the start of second semester in January.
Under the phased approach approved by the school board, sixth graders and ninth graders will return Monday, Feb. 22, or Thursday, Feb. 25, depending on their cohort. Then, seventh, tenth and twelfth graders will return the week of March 1. Eighth graders and eleventh graders will return the week of March 8.
Students in 11th grade will take the ACT in person on Feb. 23 and March 9; ACT testing will occur with 50% of the students at a time to allow for social distancing. To accommodate the extra students on campus, students in grades nine, 10 and 12 will learn remotely on these dates.
Based on transportation capacity, bell schedules may have to be adjusted. When high schools return, Learning Hub schedules will also change. Parents/guardians will receive more detailed information from their children’s schools. Parents/guardians are also asked to carpool and/or transport their children to school, when possible.
Board members also heard from district and public health leaders about the county’s progress regarding COVID-19 vaccinations and rapid testing. Group 3, which includes K-12 public school employees, is the next group to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, after healthcare and long-term care workers (Group 1) and those aged 65 or older (Group 2).
With vaccine quantities still limited at the state level, the Guilford County Department of Public Health does not yet know when it will begin vaccinating most of GCS’ nearly 10,000 employees. Outreach and scheduling by public health have already begun for GCS employees who are in Group 2, however. We encourage the approximately 450 employees in this group to take advantage of the appointments being offered and to quickly return any phone calls or emails they receive from public health.
During the meeting, board members also approved a resolution asking the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services to prioritize educators and support staff for vaccinations. The board would like to see GCS employees moved into Group 2 and have asked public health officials to find ways to expedite the vaccination process. District administration has already offered the use of GCS facilities, parking lots, equipment and other support.
Lastly, the board also heard a report on the possibility of establishing rapid testing capabilities for COVID-19 at some or all GCS schools to help identify potential cases more quickly and add another layer of protection against in-school transmission. No decision has been made yet, however. For more information about GCS’ reopening plans, visit www.gcsnc.com/reopening.
Cohorts for return, will be communicated by Wednesday evening, February 17th via connect ed messages. Reminder that there is not a straight split down the alphabet. If you have any questions about anything regarding the re-opening, do not hesitate to reach out to any of the administrators on campus.
When we return through our above noted phases and through the remainder of the year, students or visitors upon arrival to campus each day must have filled out the attestations questions. If you have a smart phone, you can use the below QR codes to answer these questions. You will need to show the monitors that you have answered these upon entry. Additionally, visitors must have a valid ID when
coming to campus to either check a student out or for visiting reasons.
(New procedures are in place)
Note: This process allows us to gather information about any possible symptoms of Covid-19 in the last 24 hours, potential exposure to someone currently displaying symptoms or direct contact with someone who has recently tested positive for Covid-19. This includes a temperature check. This is a daily requirement for all individuals who enter our building.
We ask you that everyone answers this screening honestly.
We ask you do not send your student to school if they are complaining of ANY symptoms you have not had investigated with your doctor. Something as simple as a headache, upset stomach, or allergy type symptom could all be a symptom of Covid-19.
We know there is a flood of information out there. Honesty and transparency are important tools to help minimize the spread of Covid-19.
We cannot predict this virus and know only in part how fast it transmits between people, and the effects it can have on people. Our goal is to stick together and be honest and open with each other.
URGENT!
Attention Seniors!
MAKE PAYMENTS or PLACE YOUR ORDER at:
Please click on the link above for important Cap & Gown information. Immediate attention recommended for a virtual experience:
* If you have already placed your graduation order and have a balance due, please make your final payment ASAP (by March 1st) in order to receive your supplies at the delivery date which is to be announced soon! You can also visit Herff Jones on our campus February 20th from 10AM to 2PM in the freshman Gym.
For seniors who have not ordered their gown!
Underclass picture pick up for those who did not pick up their pictures will be distributed the week of March 8th when all grade levels return to campus.
Dress Code
- Jeans with fabric
underneath covering holes
- Joggers/Sweatpants/Athletic
leggings acceptable
- Shorts/dresses not
shorter than finger tips or top of knee
- No sagging pants
- No pajama pants/slippers
- Any
t-shirts with no inappropriate language,
symbols, alcohol/drug, political views (amongst other items), that can
cause disruption, or is inappropriate to the education environment.
- All shirts should have
sleeves (no tank tops/muscle shirts) (Be understanding with female dress
attire, i.e dresses….)
- Masks - We require
students to refrain from wearing masks that can cause disruption to the
education environment. Some suggestions for acceptable masks;
designs with no words, plain in color, Sw logo, etc.
- Sweatshirts (even with
hoods) are acceptable as a primary top – but hoods must stay down while in
school
- No hats
- No midriffs, “topdriff”,
“Backdriff”
- No transparent clothes
Please encourage your students to bring clear water bottles (since we have water bottle filling stations and water fountains are closed off to eliminate touch points. We would also like to encourage car riders as best possible due the limited capacity for buses with social distancing. Student drop off is always in the front of the school. Student parking is in the back and at this moment does not need parking permits until further notified.
Looking for Poets!
All Southwest High writers are encouraged to submit three poems to be judged locally. Three finalists will be selected to go on to the County-Wide judge, and a Laureate for 2021 will be selected.
This is way more than just a poetry contest.
This is an opportunity to connect with poets across the county at open mics and poetry workshops. All finalists will be invited to read at the Greensboro Bound Literary Festival in May.
Have questions? Ask Mrs. Hunt at huntv@gcsnc.com
Have poems? Submit them here
Deadline is February 19th.
Please see additional information below and attached concerning the MyACT.org accounts students must create....
All students taking the ACT will create an account in MyACT.org to enter non-test information and select college or university score recipients. Students must also complete the non-test information on the answer folder on test day before beginning testing. MyACT.org is the only place where students will be able to indicate the schools that will receive their ACT score. This is a new procedure. If students do not plan to attend college, they should still complete the MyACT process to have access to their test scores online.
Resources Needed to Create a MyACT Account
Personalized copies of the Non-Test Instructions for Student form will contain personally identifiable information (PII) and must be picked up in person by the student or their parent/guardian in the front lobby at SWHS.
Timeline for Entering Information in MyACT.org.
The non-test information section in MyACT is expected to go live for students on February 20th; students may enter their MyACT information at that time. Students will not be able to enter their student code or select college score recipients in MyACT before February 20th.
ACT Testing
The ACT will be given to all juniors in two administrations. Juniors with last names A – Kim, Daniel will test on February 23. Juniors Kim, Ryan – Z will test on March 9. To help you prepare for this test, please stop by SWHS and pick up a booklet with important information such as setting up your ACT account to receive your scores and test prep strategies. These booklets will be at the front door for your convenience beginning Monday, February 7.
Are there any students or parents who would be willing to perform some service learning hours building planter boxes for our LifeSkills classes? If so, please reach out to Mrs. Tyska at tyskal@gcsnc.com
Electronic versions of the 1st semester report card were sent out on Thursday, January 28th as as well as the interims on February 10th to your e-mail address. If you did not receive these, please e-mail Mrs. Cline and ask her to update your e-mail address so you can receive all electronic information pertaining to your student. Clinek2@gcsnc.com If you have any questions about grades, please contact your student's teacher. Interim reports will be distributed the same way. The next interim will be sent out March 4th.
Need A device? Mobile Wifi? Click on the links below with your need. Mrs. Hunt will get back with you as soon as she can! Huntv@gcsnc.com
Please click here if you need guidance in setting up a Parent Portal account. If you have any difficultly with this process, please e-mail Mrs. Kristy Cline at clinek2@gcsnc.com. If you have any questions regarding grades or attendance, please do not hesitate to reach out to your student's teachers via their e-mail address that can be found on the school's website. This video has been used district wide to provide information regarding pairing student and parent accounts in Canvas so parents can access what is due, what has been submitted, graded, etc. You’ll see in the video that one of the key pieces is a pairing code that can only originate from the student account holder.
If you need bus transportation.....
Transportation requests for 2nd semester - this must be done immediately or you will not be allowed on the bus!
Click on this link!
Seniors - you need to know what to do and what to expect for their senior year. Do not procrastinate! Here is a short video from the counselors made especially for our seniors. The Guilford Apprenticeship Partners program is still accepting applications. If you are an interested junior or senior, it’s not too late to apply!
GAP is a four year apprenticeship program with tracks in Manufacturing, Information Technology and Cybersecurity, Automotive, VAC/Electrical/Plumbing. It’s open to all juniors and seniors who meet the GAP requirements of good attendance and a minimum GPA of 2.5-2.8. For more information about the GAP program, visit gapnc.org or contact Mrs. Cook at cookm@gcsnc.com today!
It’s already time to think about registration for the 2021-2022 School Year! Counselors will meet with every student who are currently enrolled in English classes (underclassman only) to discuss options for the following school year, discuss transcripts, etc. Students will need to make their official course selections in Power School when the portal opens (IN SPRING) that’s accessible in their Power School account where they check their grades. Here is the link to registration book:
Please visit the updated new counseling site for remind codes, scholarship information, etc.
Counselors' caseloads are as followed: Ms.Graves A-D 10th-12th, Ms.Campbell E-L 10th - 12th, Ms. Graham M-R 10th - 12th, Mrs. Hudgens S-Z 10th - 12th, Ms.Compton 9th grade counselor
Remind Codes: Text 81010 with the messages
Remind codes Class of 2024 Students Rmd.at/g7g87g
Class of 2024 Parents Rmd.at.4g3d7b
Ms. Graves 10th - 12th last names A -D
Remind codes 10th Grade Last Name A-D @swghs2023
11th Grade Last Name A-D @swghs2022
12th Grade Last Name A-D @swghs2021
Ms. Campbell 10th - 12th last names E - L
Remind codes 10th Grade Last Name E-L @cowgirl23
11th Grade Last Name E-L @cowgirl22
12th Grade Last name E-L @cowgirl21
Ms. Graham 10th- 12th last names M - R
Remind Codes 10th Grade Last Name M-R @graham2023
11th Grade Last Name M-R @graham2022
12th Grade last Name M-R @graham 2021
Mrs. Hudgens 10th - 12th last names S - Z
Schedule an appointment at https://swcounselor.appointlet.com/b/jan-hudgens
Remind Codes 10th Grade Last Name S-Z @swgh2023
11th Grade Last Name S-Z @hudgens22
12th Grade Last Name S-Z @hudgsw21
* Pre-Covid 19 picture - social distancing/masks were not required
Subscription monthly $10.99 and Annually $69.99
See all home and many away games (based on who has the program at their school)
Have you left your mark at SWGHS?
Buy a Legacy Brick to commemorate your time as a Southwest Cowboy, and make a contribution to your sport, band or chorus to help fund critical equipment seniors/senior families to purchase a Legacy Brick this year will get 21% off and uniform purchases and fees! AND get a great deal RIGHT NOW! The first 21 the price of the brick! That's $21 off the $100 brick! Click here to order your brick, and enter 212021 in the promo code field to take advantage of this deal! Help SW Athletics and Booster Club by Linking your Amazon Account to our Charity!
By clicking the link above, you can help
SW Athletics get .5% from your Amazon orders to support our student
athletes.
For Game Schedules go to www.cowboysports.org
Attached are just the home events for next week. Also, I have attached the QR code for the purchase of tickets for spectators to purchase for Stadium Events Only! We have loaded 35 tickets for sell to the community and guests on a first come, first serve bases. Tickets also can be purchased at www.gofan.com
There is a lot of information here in regards to both HOME and AWAY schedules next week. Please share this with your families and our SW Community! We want to wish Coach Byrd and Steely along with our men’s and women’s Swimming teams the best of luck tomorrow as they compete in the 3A NCHSAA Regionals at the Greensboro Aquatic Center. Qualifiers will move on to the 3A State Meet next Thursday, Feb. 11th at Triangle Aquatic Center at 2 PM! #Cowboystrong #Cowgirlstrong
Ticket information:
“Live Streaming Events”:
Thanks all and Go Cowboys!
Brindon Christman
Go Cowboys and Good luck to all SW Student Athletes and Coaches!
#Cowboystrong #Cowgirlstrong #Wearesouthwest
Thanks all and Go Cowboys!
Brindon Christman
UPCOMING DATES
Monday, February 15th
Optional Teacher Workday - No school for Students
5:00 PM Mens Junior Varsity Basketball Wesleyan Christian Academy game played in old gym Home
5:00 PM Mens Junior Varsity Soccer Cancelled- Ledford Senior High School Away
6:00 PM Mens Varsity Lacrosse Mount Tabor High School Home
Tuesday, February 16th
5:00 PM Mens Junior Varsity Basketball Cancelled- Dudley Senior High School Home
5:30 PM Mens Junior Varsity Soccer Northwest Guilford High School Away
5:00 PM Womens Varsity Lacrosse West Stokes High School 1 Away
6:00 PM Mens Varsity Basketball Dudley Senior High School Away
6:00 PM Womens Varsity Basketball Cancelled- Dudley Senior High School Away
6:00 PM Mens Varsity Soccer Western Guilford High School Home
7:00 PM Mens Varsity Lacrosse West Stokes High School 1 Away
Wednesday, February 17th
6:00 PM Womens Varsity Basketball Parkland High School Away
6:00 PM Mens Varsity Soccer Ben L. Smith High School Home
Thursday, February 18th
5:00 PM Mens Junior Varsity Basketball Mount Tabor High School game played in old gym Home
5:00 PM Mens Junior Varsity Soccer Cancelled- NC Leadership Academy Away
5:00 PM Womens Varsity Lacrosse Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School Home
6:00 PM Womens Varsity Basketball Mount Tabor High School Home
6:00 PM Mens Varsity Soccer Dudley Senior High School Away
7:30 PM Mens Varsity Basketball Mount Tabor High School Home
7:00 PM Mens Varsity Lacrosse Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School Home
Friday, February 19th
5:00 PM Mens Junior Varsity Basketball Western Guilford High School game played in old gym Home
6:30 PM Womens Varsity Basketball Western Guilford High School Home
Saturday, February 20th
Graduation Supply ORDERING 10AM-2Pm Freshman Gym
Monday, February 22nd
9th grade Cohort A, and ALL Cohort C attends for Face to Face Instruction
Tuesday, February 23rd
ACT - Juniors last names A – Daniel Kim
ALL OTHER students are on an asynchronous learning day
Wednesday, February 24th
Office day. All students work remotely to check with teacher for any assistance. Please check your student's teacher's office hours.
Thursday, February 25th and Friday, February 26th
9th grade Cohort B, and ALL Cohort C attends for Face to Face Instruction
Monday, March 1st and Tuesday, March 2nd
9th grade, 10th grade and 12th grade Cohort A, and ALL Cohort C attends for Face to Face Instruction
Wednesday, March 3rd
Office day. All students work remotely to check with teacher for any assistance. Please check your student's teacher's office hours.
Thursday, March 4th and Friday, March 5th
9th grade, 10th grade and 12th grade Cohort B, and ALL Cohort C attends for Face to Face Instruction
Thursday, March 4th
2nd Interim report for the 3rd quarter
Monday, March 8th
All grades Cohort A, and ALL Cohort C attends for Face to Face Instruction
Tuesday, March 9th
ACT - Juniors Last Names Ryan Kim – Z will test on March 9
ALL OTHER students are on an asynchronous learning day
Wednesday, March 10th
Office day. All students work remotely to check with teacher for any assistance. Please check your student's teacher's office hours.
Thursday, March 11th and Friday, March 12th
All grades Cohort B, and ALL Cohort C attends for Face to Face Instruction
Friday, March 26th
End of the 3rd quarter marking period
Monday, April 5th
Optional teacher Workday - no school for students
Wednesday, April 14th
Report cards to Students - E-mailed
Remember, you are always able to access this message on our school website under School News and titled Principal's Weekly Message or by following us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at SouthwestGHS. This is a great way for us to communicate and stay connected.
We are in it it together. We got this. We are... Southwest!
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