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ENROLLMENT PROCEDURES FOR THE 2012-13 SCHOOL YEAR
New applications for student enrollment are available now. Parents should print and complete their child’s application from the web site and bring it with them to their assigned information session in March. Applications are also available at other locations in Roxboro. Meeting dates are March 12, March 13, and March 15. Meetings will take place in the RCS lobby. More information is available by clicking the Enrollment tab above or by clicking HERE.
THE RCS HONOR ROLL
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SPECIAL BOARD MEETING SLATED
There will be a special called meeting of the Roxboro Community School Board of Directors on Thursday, Feb. 9, at 4:30 p.m. in the RCS board room. Personnel matters will be discussed. A brief closed session will be held following the opening of the meeting. There will be an executive committee meeting after the regular called meeting, to set the agenda for the regular board meeting, which will be held on Monday, Feb. 13, at 7 p.m. in the RCS Library.
LOBBY FLOOR SPRUCED UP OVER CHRISTMAS BREAK
During the Christmas break, Person County artist George (Bucky) Buchanan worked diligently to spruce up the floor of the main lobby at RCS. Principal Sam Kennington said, when he returned to lead the school again in October, finishing the floor was a main priority for him. He said he wanted the school crest incorporated into the art work, and, after a discussion with Buchanan, a Fibonacci circle was added to finish off the main lobby floor. The Fibonacci sequence begins with the numbers 0 and 1, and each subsequent number is the sum of the previous two.
SPRING SPORTS MEETINGS
There will be mandatory Spring Sports Meetings on Tuesday, January 31. The middle school meeting will be at 6 p.m. and the high school meeting will be at 7 p.m. Both meetings will be held in the new dining hall. It is very important that those planning to participate in spring sports attend one of the meetings. Those who can’t attend must see Coach Tuck.
FAFSA
It is now time to start filling out your FAFSA forms for financial aid. Please go to http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/ and get started! Please come see Mr. Bettendorf, call him or email him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with any questions.
There is also going to be a FAFSA Day presented by CFNC.org on Saturday, February 18 at both PCC and the NCSE Credit Union (please visit http://www.cfnc.org/fafsaday to register and for more info)
GREATER RALEIGH NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR
The Greater Raleigh National College Fair will be a great chance to speak with representatives from nearly 200 colleges and universities from across the country. Students and parents will also be able to attend informative workshops on topics such as: Application Tips, Essay Writing, How to Finance a College Education, and more.
The event will held at the Raleigh Convention Center on Tuesday, March 13 from 4 – 8 pm
Please visit www.nationalcollegefairs.org for more information.
RCS STUDENTS PAY CHRISTMAS VISIT TO ROXBORO NURSING CENTER
Roxboro Community School seventh-graders Makayla Carr (left) and Kailey Oakley pose outside Roxboro Nursing Center on Dec. 23, when they and other students delivered Christmas cards they had made for the residents.
STUDENT HIGHLIGHTS
Evie McCord said she had never thought of herself as a leader, but she is excited about attending this year’s Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Seminar (HOBY) at N.C. State University in June.
THE RCS BULLHORN
ELKS LODGE HELPS RCS BAND PURCHASE EQUIPMENT
Members of the Roxboro Elks Lodge paid a visit to Roxboro Community School this week, to see what their support had produced.
Through the work of its members, the lodge donated $2,000 to the RCS band, which was used to purchase equipment.
John Bullock, chair of the Roxboro Elks, said the members were “looking for something in the community to donate to,” and the Gratitude Grant seemed to be a perfect fit for RCS.
In order to be able to donate the money, each member of the Roxboro lodge had to contribute $4.50 to the Elks National Foundation.
According to the Web site, www.elks.org, the organization realizes “each community has different needs. Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grants allow [l]odges to directly address their local needs. Gratitude Grants offer an opportunity for Elks to think about how best to serve their community and make it stronger.”
Band Director Eric Swanson said this week, “On behalf of RCS bands, color guard and Band Boosters, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to Mr. John Bullock and all the members of Roxboro Elks Lodge No. 2005 for their generous donation to our program. Their donation helped our program purchase drum heads, mallets and sticks, and guard equipment for our 2011-12 school year and marching show. Thank you for all you have done for us and the community.”
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Attention Seniors:
The KFC Colonel’s Scholarship
a. Earn a minimum high school GPA of 2.75
b. Enroll in a public college or university within your state of legal residence
c. Plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree
d. Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
e. Demonstrate financial need
f. Accepting online applications Dec. 1, 2011 through Feb. 8, 2012 at www.kfcscholars.org. For questions, visit the web site or call toll-free, 1-866-KFC-7240
Best Buy Scholarship Program – apply online at www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com or at www.at15.com by Feb. 15.
The Person County Retired School Personnel group is offering up to four $1,000 scholarships. Recipients will be chosen based on financial need, above average grades and good character. Those who plan to pursue a career in education are encouraged to apply. All applicants will have a personal interview with the scholarship committee during the month of April. The time and place will be announced. Application and transcript are required by March 26, 2012. Please see Mr. Bettendorf for applications.
GRADUATION 2012
The Roxboro Community School Class of 2012 will hold its Commencement Exercises on Friday, June 1, 2012 at 7 p.m. at the Kirby Civic Auditorium on Main Street in Uptown Roxboro.
The seniors voted on the color of caps and gowns, and they will be red with a white sash and red and white tassel.
More information, such as tickets for graduation, graduation practice dates and dress code will be forwarded to seniors and seniors’ parents as the date draws nearer.
Those who have questions should e-mail or call graduation advisors Rosemarie Wilkerson, 336-597-0020, extension 201, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Yvonne Pleasant, extension 150, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it at RCS.
STUDENT HANDBOOK
In order to save on printing costs and to take advantage of the technology we offer at RCS, Student handbooks will only be available electronically this year. An electronic copy of the handbook has been loaded on all student computers and is also available on line by clicking here.
IMPORTANT LINKS YOU MIGHT NEED
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