A Message from Mr. Palmer

Cougar Nation,

Two huge shout outs to our Social Workers and our Maintenance Department. Thank you to Mrs. Berry and Ms. Starnes! We appreciate all that you do for our students and community! Thank you to our entire Maintenance Crew to keep our schools running!

I want to remind everyone that B-day students will be taking the ACT on Tuesday, March 9th. This week's schedule will be altered due to testing. B-day students will be on campus on Tuesday and Thursday of this week. A-day students will only be on campus on Monday. Wednesday is a remote learning day and Friday is a teacher workday.

I hope everyone finishes the 3rd grading period strong this week.

Keep bringing your A-GAME!

Mr. Palmer

Motivational Moment

• Our annual Wilkes Community College Connection will take place on March 16th and 18th. Representatives of Wilkes Community College will meet virtually with any student that has applied to discuss registration and confirm their program of study. If there are any questions, please email Mr. Allen or Mr. Rangel.

• Mitchell Community College will be holding virtual open house events on March 4, 18, 25, and April 1st. To register, click HERE.

• Local scholarships are now available to seniors. Seniors should check their email for more information or visit the Counseling Center with any questions.

• Senior yearbook ads are on sale through March 31st. Click HERE to purchase an ad for your senior.

Game Day Guidelines for Fans

To ensure the safety of our participants and fans at football games, all fans are asked to abide by the guidelines below. Not adhering to these guidelines can result in removal from the contest.

• All individuals entering the stadium must wear a face mask that covers their nose and mouth. If you are unable to wear a face mask, please consider our live streaming option to watch the game.

• Social distancing guidelines will be enforced. Please be aware of spacing when in the stadium. Fans must remain 6 feet apart, unless they reside in the same household.

• ACHS will allow outside food and drinks this season; however, no coolers will be allowed. Please be considerate and throw away any trash that you accumulate.

• ACHS follows a "no passes out" rule. Once fans enter the stadium, they may not exit and re-enter for any reason. Be sure to bring all items you may need for the entire duration of the contest.

• No backpacks or large bags may be brought into the stadium.

• No footballs or other toy items.

• No tobacco, alcohol, drugs, or firearms. Alexander County Public Schools adheres to a 100% tobacco free policy. This includes electronic or vapor cigarettes.

• All items on persons entering the stadium are subject to search by law enforcement officers.

• No face or body paint allowed.

• Help us promote a positive athletic environment at Cougar Stadium. Let your good sportsmanship show during the game.

This week is School Social Worker Appreciation week. Our school social workers are an integral part in ensuring the students at ACHS and SSC are successful. Ms. Berry and Ms. Starnes work diligently, compassionately, and persistently with our students to help remove barriers that may impede on their successes. Ms. Berry and Ms. Starnes have created many partnerships with community members and organizations to provide for our students. They go well beyond the call of duty each and every day. We are very grateful for both of them and the work they do. Our staff, students, and community are very lucky to have them. Thank you for all you do!