Teachers are special people! Our teachers teach with love and effort and energy that draws in every student. What a gift, we have in our teachers!
Check out how we kicked off Teacher Appreciation week for iMeck teachers!
Students are also encouraged to show their appreciation using the padlet below or you can check out this article on 51 Ways To Celebrate Teacher Appreciation 2021 to see how you can shower your teachers with love.
Upcoming Events
May 1st- Senior Decision Day
May 4th- AP Calculus exam
May 5th- City of Charlotte Career Fair
May 5th- AP Literature exam
May 6th- IT Roundtable -3:30 – 5:00
May 6th- AP US History exam
May 6th- Lunch & Learn Parent Academy at 12:00 noon
May 9th- Goodwill Job Fair
May 17-21st- Senior Week
May 17-21st- Fall CTE Testing Makeups
May 24-28th-EOC's and CTE Testing
For more dates visit our website and sign up for ALL Career Services Activities at bit.ly/iSiGNUP or by clicking the buttons below:
GET INVOLVED
Summer 2021 STEM Prep Application - due 5/9 (May 5 Info Session Registration)
CPCC Career and College Promise(CCP)-Form for 1st Time Applicants
Click here for CCP Scholarship Opportunity
Funding the Future -FREE Schedule a live streaming show today!
ABM Hiring Event See Details Below
YMCA Summer Work
Create Opp PAID graduating seniors
Builders Bridge PAID Opportunity for graduating seniors
Sherwin Williams PAID 18+
Road To Hire Cybersecurity Apprenticeship PAID WORK for graduating seniors
Road to Hire Pathways PAID WORK for 11th graders
School News
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Congratulations to this week's student of the week, Elizabeth Silverio. Elizabeth is a 12th-grade student who has been a star student here at iMeck.
Recently Elizabeth was selected for the Rise To Success program this year! The Rise to Success Initiative is a program that enables high school graduates from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) to earn a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certificate and an Associates degree in a healthcare-related discipline from Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC). Elizabeth we are so proud of you!
TEACHER SPOTLIGHT
Teaching at iMeck is truly Ms. Wilkins and we are so happy she is a part of our iMeck family!
This week Teacher Highlight keeps the iMeck family moving, Ms. Wilkins.
Ms. Wilkins is a Middle School and High School Dance Teacher who kept her class, her peers, and our school moving this year even in the midst of the pandemic. From Jazz to Tap, when you walk into Ms. Wilkins's class you will see a variety of techniques from being taught in a hybrid setting. Whether students are online or face to face, all of Ms. Wilkins's76 students have a chance to participate, and her students love it.
Students love her class so much that her 2 of her iMeck Dance alumni reached out to her to do a special video showcase. Not to mention that Ms. Wilkins recently challenged all CCA teachers to join a dance challenge.
With all of her moves Ms. Wilkins has made this pandemic so much easier to function. Thank you so much Ms. Wilkins for sharing your talents and your student work with us weekly and contributing to our school's culture.
Check out Ms. Wilkins student's assignment on "Social Dance". Thank you Ms. Wilkins we are so happy to have you a part of our iMeck Family!
HAPPY BELATED PRINCIPAL APPRECIATION DAY!
CONGRATULATIONS MRS. DARLING
Congratulation to our very own Ms. Kimberli Darling for being crowned a Hometown Hero by Joe Maus Mazda! We are you proud of you!
Congratulations To Our 2020-2021 CTE Completers
Congratulations to the students who have been identified as CTE Completers and have scored a 4 or higher on the Work-keys exam. As a result these students are earned their Career Readiness Certificate.
Justin Davis
Jesica Rivas-Cabrera
Cesiah Torres
Nancy Pi
Luis Cortes
iWork Series
ft. Wilfredis Nativi
Shout out to Wilfredis Nativi, who is our first feature on our new series "iWork". iWork will feature iMeck students with cool jobs. Check out Wilfredis story and if you or a classmate would like to be featured on iWork please email Mrs. Kennedy at jenniferw.kennedy@cms.k12.nc.us
Wisdom for Wisdom
Carolinas Centers for Oral, Facial, Cosmetic & Dental Implant Surgery is offering college-bound students the opportunity to apply to have their wisdom teeth removed for free so the student can save that money for their education/training.
To apply, college-bound students can go to https://mycenters.com/wisdom/ and complete the application by May 27th. Thanks
Panorama Survey
Mrs. Etheridge would like for you to take time to reflect on yourself and your school through the completion of the PANORAMA SURVEY. You should be familiar with this survey because you completed it in the fall. The survey consists of 2 parts: the first one will focus on you and the second one will focus on the school. Please use the link below to access the survey. Thank you for your time!
Survey Link: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/cms
Access Code: Student ID Number
If you have any questions, please contact Kimberly Etheridge (kimberly.etheridge@cms.k12.nc.us).
Technology and Online Learning Support
If you are having issues with your technology, please reach out to us by coming to the school from 7:00-2:30 or by completing this google form: bit.ly/ccatechhelp
If you need access to the internet, we have a select number of hotspots available through the CMS Foundation and the Sprint 1 Million Grant Project. Please reach out to the school or through the tech help form if you do not have the ability to provide internet access for school work.
2021 Graduation Info
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools plans to hold in-person graduation ceremonies for the class of 2021.
Due to COVID-19 safety protocols and social-distancing requirements, the district will limit each graduate to two guests. All ceremonies will be livestreamed for remote viewing.
Learn more at wearecms.com@imeckseniors if you need help ordering your cap and gown for IN-PERSON graduation, please use this bit.ly to watch a short HOW TO video. Email Mr Foels (jeffrey.foels) with questions.
City of Charlotte Career Fair
Career Cruising
The City of Charlottes Youth Programs and the Teen Services division of the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has collaborated to present a career development series for youth scheduled for the summer of 2021. This series will include 1 career development session for each month during the summer in order to provide an opportunity for continued professional development outside of the school year. Please see the information below for the flyer and information about the sessions. The registration link is attached to this flyer. I have also placed it below for your convenience:
Session 1: Planning Your Journey (Get to Know Yourself) Tuesday, May 11 6:00-7:30pm
Beach or mountains? Starting out in the working world can be a lot like planning a trip! Where do you want to go, and how will you get there? In this session, you'll find out which job paths and career destinations might fit your personality best.
Session 2: What's in Your Suitcase? (Resume Writing)
Tuesday, June 15 3:00-4:30pm
Be prepared! Your skills and experiences are valuable tools that can make your trip go more smoothly. We'll show you how to make a resume. It lists the strengths and knowledge that you bring to a potential job.
Session 3: Shopping for Tickets (Applying and Interviewing)
Tuesday, July 13 3:00-4:30
Just like you shop for available tickets that match your travel interests, in the job world, you'll "shop" the internet for employers with job openings that match your skills. We'll walk you through tips on applying for jobs, avoiding scammers, and interviewing for your "ticket to success."
Session 4: Learning the Native Language and Customs (Soft Skills)
Tuesday, August 3 3:00-4:30
For an enjoyable and successful trip, learn to act and speak like a native of your destination. The way you interact with customers, supervisors, and other co-workers can set you on the course for success or for disaster. We'll share some great strategies and tips for smooth sailing.
Session 5: Head to the Port (Virtual job fair) Thursday Sept 16 3:00-4:30 (CMS Teacher Workday)
You've planned your journey, packed your bags, bought tickets, and learned the local language. You can disembark on your own now or explore the excitement of the job fair. Talk with the other "travelers", employers, and staff. Explore new resources or even change course! It's your journey- make the most of every day.
Registration Link: https://myep.classe365.com/form/view/CareerCruiseRegistration
ABM Hiring Event
Hire Opportunity Coalition a national group of companies that are committed to hiring, retaining and advancing opportunity youth (those 16-24 year-olds that are both out of school and out of work - or those that may be upon graduation) reached out to us in regard to FedEx which has an unusual and immediate need for some 800 package handlers at the Charlotte facility at the Wildwood neighborhood zip code below. Youth must be at least 18 and they offer flexible shifts. Hourly wage is up to $19 and the benefits are robust. This is a company very committed to helping young people to advance within the ranks.
If you have appropriate customers who you would like to refer please email: Charles Hiteshew chiteshew@hireopportunitycoalition.org
Please also copy Andrew Ladd so he knows that this is from the outreach he did. Both are copied on this email. Thanks! Teamwork makes the dream work!
**ABM Hiring Event
Date: May 3rd-4th from 10 am to 4 pm
Location: Home2Suites
871 Hawley Road
Belmont, NC
Job offers will be made on the spot to qualified applicants.
Please take a resume.
Full-time positions available:
Warehouse Cleaners
Floor Technicians
Corrugate Technicians
Shift Leads
Starting pay: $13.75- $17/hr.
CPCC COURSE OF STUDY
CPCC is excited to present some of Central Piedmont's Programs of Study. Attached you will find a PDF document with links to 45 videos that talk about many of CPCC's programs. These videos were created to share the benefits of CPCC programs and what students can expect in the workforce.
SIGN UP FREE CPCC CLASSES
Mrs. Kennedy will be hosting a Career and College Promise (CCP) Orientation on April 14 at 10:45 am. This program is geared towards students who want FREE college credit or for students who want/need to get a head start on FREE Career Training. (ie. Cosmetology or Automotive licensure etc)
Students who choose to participate will have the opportunity to choose 1 out of 50+ pathways available through CPCC (CCP). We encourage 10th-12th grade students to sign up. There is a GPA requirement, however, if a student would be motivated by having a career-focused class that is not offered here at iMeck (Graphic Design, Marketing, Business or Web Design) they can still be considered.
If you believe you will be a good fit for CCP, please apply and join me on 4/14/21 at 10:45 am
APPLY- bit.ly/imeckccp20
ZOOM LINK- bit.ly/KennedyZoom
g Soon: Undecided Night II
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. On Thursday, April 22nd at 6:30pm CMS will host another Undecided Night. To see what to expect 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! The registration link is soon to come!
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