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Upcoming Events
All Month-Senior 1-on-1 Meeting
Nov. 30-Dec. 21 - CMS School Choice Lottery Round 1
Dec. 14-18 - EOC and Select CTE Final Exams on Campus
Dec 16 CTE Laptop Return (Mrs. Linton students only)
Dec. 21- Last day of the Semester/Quarter 2
For more dates check your email and visit our social media pages and sign up for ALL Activities at bit.ly/iSiGNUP.
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What To Expect For Testing
(12/14-12/21)
Students taking EOC and CTE exams next week, go to bit.ly/imeck1214 and watch a short video so you'll know what to expect as you return to campus. Text questions to Ms Bauguss at (704)269-8684
CMS School Choice Lottery and iMeck Recruitment
Do you know someone who would be a good fit for iMeck Academy? Do you know or have someone who will be an incoming high school student in 2021? CMS School Choice Lottery Dates are Posted and we are gearing up for our recruitment! More information about this process can be found at https://cmschoice.org/ or by contacting Elyse West at anniee.west@cms.k12.nc.us or call us at the school!
Step 1: Enrollment for the 2020-21 school year will open until Dec. 13. You will receive a letter in the mail with your student ID and PIN to use to apply for the lottery. If you did not receive this letter, let us know at the school and we can tell you your PIN.
Step 2: Watch our Open House and/or check out our website for more information about our school.
Step 3: Apply to iMeck through the CMS School Lottery during the 1st Phase of the Lottery. Our School Number is 343.
The lottery will be open from November 30, 2020 – December 21, 2020 at 10:00pm
GET INVOLVED
Dr. P's Sports Business Boot Camp (December 28-30, 2020)- Video , Flier
PBS Charlotte
CPCC Career and College Promise-Form for 1st Time Applicants
Explorers Post***-$60 fee
CFESA Cares Scholarship
Weekly News Announcements
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Congratulations to this week Student of the Week is Kendall Davis.
Kendall is a 10th grade student at iMeck who’s teachers describe her as a hard working student she is always in class. Her teachers describe her as organized and shows great effort on her work. She strives to do the best of her ability as well as taking critics for work she has to re-submit. She also is quick to put a funny comment into the chat to get us all laughing! Kendall is involved in MYEP, the dance team and is an overall joy tp be around. Kendall we are proud to call you apart of the iMeck Family
We are very to have you as a part of the iMeck Family We are extremely proud of Eli Please keep up the good work and text Ms. Bauguss at (704)269-8684 to arrange a pick-up time to claim your prize!
TEACHER SPOTLIGHT
Teaching at iMeck is truly PERSONAL for Ms Jackson and we are so happy she is a part of our iMeck family!
There is no better way to spread some holiday cheer than by recognizing our own, always cheerful, Ms Brandy Jackson. She is a favorite among students and staff alike. Ms Jackson serves as the chairperson for the School Leadership Team and oversees all things related to the Exceptional Children's department at iMECK. She co-teaches with Mr Caruso, Mrs Rowe and Mr Newburn. Ms Jackson also facilitates a learning lab for students. While she has an EXTREMELY full schedule of responsibilities, Ms Jackson never lets that keep her from helping students, families, co-workers and administrators...and she does so with a smile that always brings a calming presence to even the most chaotic situation. She is the true definition of TEAM PLAYER!
Ms Jackson is 100% personally invested in the students and staff at iMECK. You would be hard-pressed to find a more dedicated individual on our campus. She offers keen insight and a quick wit to even the most stressful situation... but don't let all of that sweetness fool you! She knows how to motivate her students with a firm, but fair approach, holding every student accountable for his/her learning. We are incredibly lucky to have Ms Jackson as a part of our iMECK family! We adore you, Ms Jackson and hope you will find some time during winter break to truly unplug and do something fun for yourself!
Adobe Certificate Recipients
Congratulations to the following students who are now certified in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop and/or Adobe Illustrator. These students have tested and earned this reputable certification, and are now able to add their certifications to their resume and begin work in the field of Graphic Design...NOW THAT"S THE POWER OF CTE!!!!
Adobe InDesign
Jefferey Cohn
Krysbelle Familia
Maria Gutierrez
Serena Yang
Valens Puac
Adobe Photoshop
Ashley Montalvan
Emily Marie Gallego
Jeffrey Allan Cohn Jr.
Jesus Silverio Valente
Krysbelle Familia
Maria Gutierrez
Natalee Jayla Long
Patience Renee Johnson
Serena Yang
Valens Macario Puac
Wilfredis Nativi
Adobe Illustrator
Asiel Gonzalez
Jeffrey Allan Cohn Jr.
Krysbelle Familia
Maria Gutierrez
Ruth Castillo
Valens Macario Puac
VERY IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
END OF SEMESTER IS CLOSER THAN YOU THINK....
The end of the semester is NEXT WEEK..
Although we are accustomed to the semester ending in January. It is imperative for students to know that EOC's will take place in December, and the semester will end BEFORE THE WINTER BREAK. The last day to submit work for credit is December 18th. Teachers will post final grades by the end of the day on December 21st. Please make sure you use all asynchronous times to log in to your classes and ask your teachers for help. It is not too late and your teachers want to help you find success.
FINAL EXAMS!!
EOC testing will occur for your classes ON CAMPUS the week of December 14th for ALL STUDENTS (including virtual students) enrolled in the following classes:
EOC NC Math 1 and NC Math 3 (Not currently taught at iMeck)
CTE Classes- Career Management, Principles of Business, Business Management I, & Business Management II, Marketing Applications
Students are asked to report during the week of December 14th, following the schedules posted on our social media sites. These exams count as 20% of the final course grade. If you sit for the exam, CMS Board of Education has approved a guaranteed score of at least a 50. This means that as long as you take the exam, you cannot score less than a 50. Due to COVID-19, the NC Board of Education has also extended the make-up time for exams. If you or your parents do not feel comfortable with you coming to campus next week to take exams, you can choose to take an INCOMPLETE for the course and make up the exam at a later date, prior to June 1, 2021. This could effect your athletic eligibility, so weigh your options carefully. Please text Ms Bauguss at (704)269-8684 if you have any questions or concerns about next week.
CREDIT RECOVERY
Credit Recovery and Academic Contracts will be initiated with students who are failing by Mrs. Dunn. If you are currently failing a class(es) Mrs. Etheridge or Mrs. Dunn will be in contact with you regarding Credit Recovery options for students, with seniors having first priority. .Students enrolled in courses required for graduation will have second priority.
COUNSELOR CORNER
Support iMeck Academy
when you shop!
There are several ways your every day habits can provide money for CCA & iMeck. This month, we highlight your local Harris Teeter stores. When shopping for your groceries at Harris Teeter, please link your VIC card by giving your cashier the number 3861 before your purchase. A percentage of your total bill will be donated to CCA & iMeck each quarter.
Attention Juniors and Seniors
Attention Juniors and Seniors: Do you have a 3.0+ GPA? If so you are invited to apply to The National Technical Honor Society (NTHS):
About NTHS:
The National Technical Honor Society currently serves approximately 100,000 active members and nearly a million members since its inception in 1984. Awarding over $2 million in scholarships to date, NTHS honors the achievements of top CTE students, provides scholarships to encourage the pursuit of higher education, and cultivates excellence in today’s highly competitive, skilled workforce. For over 30 years, NTHS has been the acknowledged leader in the recognition of outstanding student achievement in career and technical education.
Requirements:
Junior or Senior
3.0 GPA
Be enrolled in a career/technical education program
Two or more faculty and/or staff recommendations
Next Steps:
Students can apply for iMeck NTHS by completing the enclosed application with $30 dues no later than November 10, 2020. Applicants for NTHS will be reviewed and successful applicants will be notified no later than November 17, 2020
FASFA Is Open
November Checklist for College-Bound Seniors:Â
Undecided Night Recap
High School graduation is around the corner and you still don't know what you want to do...you don't think you want to go to a 4-year college (at least not yet) but also don't want to have a minimum wage job.
On Thursday, December 3rd, CMS hosted Uncedcided Night for Seniors who are opting out of college. In case you missed undecided Night check out this video to learn about 25+ different options of what YOU can do after high school graduation! All of these options are in well-paying careers that have the potential for Upward Mobility! Join us for an hour and a half to learn about what YOU can do after high school!
College and Career Cluster of The Week:
The College and Career Cluster of the week are The University of North Carolina at Wilmington and the Government & Public Administration Cluster. To learn more read below:
The University of North Carolina at Wilmington
The University of North Carolina Wilmington a public research university in Wilmington, North Carolina. It is part of the University of North Carolina System and enrolls 17,499 undergraduate and graduate students each year. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity".
UNCW is known for its Government Programs specifically their strong military partnerships, working closely with the Coastal Carolina Community College, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, and Marine Corps Air Station New River to develop programs for military personnel and families. UNCW’s Seahawks compete in the NCAA’s Division I athletics.
UNCW has been featured as a college spotlight in Forbes.
Government & Public Administration
Source: nccareers.org
Best NC Colleges for Business Management & Administration:
Source: universities.com
Driver's Ed
Students can sign up for Drivers Education beginning Monday, August 31, 2020 via Jordan Driving School.
Jordan Driving School, Charlotte teaches Driver Education safety to students who are at least 14 ½ years old, and who are actively enrolled in a public, private, charter, or licensed home school within Mecklenburg County. Students who attend school outside Mecklenburg County are ineligible to take Driver Education through Jordan Driving School Charlotte and will need to contact the closest public school to the school they attend to inquire about the Driver Education program for that county. Residency in Mecklenburg County does not determine Driver Education eligibility; where the student attends school is the determining factor. Jordan Driving School, Charlotte does not teach private lessons or adult students.
Beginning in August all classes are virtual. If you are interested in taking Drivers Ed you can register online. Payment for your classes can be collected at registration or at...
Jordan Driving School
8420 University Executive Park Dr.
Suite 820
Charlotte, NC 28262
HAVE PTA EXPERIENCE... OR JUST A HEART FOR CHILDREN?
Cochrane Collegiate Academy needs YOU! Our school wants to re-instate our PTA, but in order to do that we need the P... PARENTS! Our teachers are committed to joining, we are just looking for great parents to partner with. Any parent or family member of any student in grades 6-12 at CCA is eligible to join our start-up team. Please text Ms Bauguss at (704)269-8684 if you would like more information.
Student Technology Information and Updates
All students have access to a school-issued Chromebook and Chromebook Charger. If you experience any issues with these devices, please fill out the form at bit.ly/ccatechhelp
Access to WiFi @Home
Access to WiFi @Home
Directions:
1) Shut Down Chromebook daily
2) Connect to your home Wi-Fi
3) Log in to the Chromebook
Username: studentID@student.cms.k12.nc.us
PW: your Chrome password
4) Once you enter the first website, you will encounter the filtering process. Type in your Username: studentID@cms.k12.nc.us
5) Last screen of credentials, type in your
Username: studentID@cms.k12.nc.us
PW: YYYYMMDD (8 Digit Birthday)
6) You are ready to use the Chromebook