As College Month comes to a close the iMeck family is preparing for National Career Development Month. Every November, schools around the Nation celebrate Career Month with career-related activities, to promote Career Exploration.
Established by the National Career Development Agency the month-long awareness campaign encourages career development professionals to celebrate career development. Â The National Career Development Association (NCDA) provides professional development, publications, standards, and advocacy to practitioners and educators who inspire and empower individuals to achieve their career and life goals.
The NCDA as part of its celebrations sponsors a Poetry & Art Contest. Participants of all ages are encouraged to send in poetry or art, based on a specific theme, but always loosely around how they or others inspire career development.
Upcoming Events
Oct. 30- FREE College Application Week Deadline
Nov. 3- No School (Election Day)
Nov. 4- School-Wide Career Assessment
Nov. 6- MYEP Career Readiness Training
Nov. 9 - CMS School Future Enrollment Begins
Nov. 10 -NTHS Applications Due
Nov. 11 - No School-Veteran's Day
Nov. 13- HATS OFF TO CTE
Nov. 16- 19 Career Week
Nov. 18- 19 Progress Reports
Nov. 25-27 - Thanksgiving Break
Nov. 30- CMS School Choice Lottery Round 1 Begins
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GET INVOLVED
University of North Carolina System Ends this week
PBS Charlotte
CPCC Career and College Promise-Form for 1st Time Applicants
Explorers Post***-$60 fee
Atrium Health RISE to Success
PATCH Note: Applications will be accepted November 6, 2020 – December 1, 2020.
Weekly News Announcements
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week Takirah Haye. Takirah is a 10th-grade student at iMeck who has been a star since she stepped foot on our campus. Takirah's teachers describe her as an intelligent student who is reliable and is always engaged in classes. Takirah is an outgoing student who is thorough, self-aware and always willing to lend a helping hand. Not to mention that she is one of the few iMeck students who completed both the initial MYEP training and recently scored an internship in the MYEP Winternship program. We are extremely proud of Takirah. 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. Dula and we are so happy she chose to become apart of the iMeck family.
This week's Teacher of the week is relatively new to the iMeck Family. Ms. Dula joined iMeck in February 2020, just a few weeks prior to our abrupt exit for COVID. However, even in the midst of this pandemic, Ms. Dula has made a mark with her students and has been identified as a teacher leader here at iMeck.
Currently, Ms. Dula teaches Anatomy and Biology, where she makes learning science easy for students. Parents and School leadership can appreciate her strategic delivery of lessons that are personalized and meaningful to students. She has a vibrant personality and nurturing spirit which leads to her creating a great rapport with her students. And whenever she has a moment she loves to dote and brag on her students.
Although Ms. Dula is new to iMeck she has adapted well and is definitely making an impression on the iMeck family.
Ms. Dula thank you for making iMeck your home!
CONGRATULATIONS on your Winternship Offer
Congratulations to the following students for being offered an internship in the first round of offers for the Winternship program. These students will have the opportunity to explore career pathways and gain valuable experience. We are so very proud of them!
Luz Gonzalez
Takirah Haye
Jennifer Cruz Moranchel
Paradise Jones
IT'S COLLEGE APPLICATION WEEK
It's still October and you have one more day of Free Colege Application Week.
Tomorrow marks the last day for FREE College Application Week. Oct. 19-30 colleges across the state will be waiving their application fees. This a great time for seniors to submit their applications early and save money!! Ms. Thomas is hosting help sessions Monday Wednesday & Friday from 10am-12pm and 2-4pm. Students can sign up at tinyurl.com/CFNCCAW.
VERY IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
END OF SEMESTER IS CLOSER THAN YOU THINK....
The end of the semester is closer than what you may think....
Although we are accustomed to the semester ending January. It is imperative for students to know that EOC's will take place in December, and the semester will end in January.
EOC'S
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
If students will need bus transportation for the week of testing, they are asked to fill out the form that is being sent to their CMS email addresses. This FRIDAY, October 30th, is the last day to complete the form. Sorry for the short notice, but I just got this information.
Transportation Form: https://forms.gle/iif4uK8bCGvXg2Yw7
CAREER ASSESSMENTS
To kick off Career Month Mrs. Kennedy along with the iMeck staff will deliver Career Assessments for all CCA students and Parents. These assessments will be delivered to high school students via Canvas during 3rd block classes on Wednesday 11/4/2020 and will be used to program for students including additional Career Month Activities.
Students will also be asked to have their parents to complete a separate form that will be available on Canvas, Remind, and Email. Please look forward to a Connect Ed call from Principal Cook for more details.
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.
COUNSELOR CORNER
Mapping Out Your Future with Naviance
Another great way to start Career Month off is to start planning with Naviance. Students can simply access Naviance through the Clever App on NC Ed Cloud.
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.
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 2021-20 school year will open on Nov. 9. You will receive a letter in the mail with your student ID and PIN to use to apply for the lottery. If you are currently enrolled in CMS, you will receive a letter from your school with your student ID and PIN close to the start of the lottery.
Step 2: Visit us, virtually, during our Open Houses- Dates to be Determined
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 13, 2020 at 10:00pm
Current Students do NOT need to Re-apply to iMeck Academy
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
BE THE FIRST:
iMeck Student Government Association
"CALLING ALL STUDENT LEADERS! You are invited to apply to represent your fellow students as a member of CCA's Student Government Association (SGA). Applications are currently being accepted for the positions of President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Class Representative of both the middle school and the high school. To apply, please complete the form located on the Canvas announcements page. The link to join the meeting can be found on the Canvas announcements page as well. Please email Ms. Renfro, Mr. Harris or Mr. Palmeroni with any questions!"
JOIN THE NATIONAL TECHNICAL HONOR SOCIETY
High School Students with a 3.0 and higher, check your email from Mrs. Kennedy for a special invitation to join the National Technical Honor Society.
The National Technical Honor Society serves over 100,000 student members annually. 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.
FASFA Is Open
October Checklist for College-Bound Seniors:Â
College and Career Cluster of The Week:
The College and Career Cluster of the week are North Carolina State University and the Arts, Audio/Visual Technology and Communications. To learn more read below:
NC StateVirtual Tour
North Carolina State University is a public land-grant research university in Raleigh, North Carolina. Founded in 1887 and part of the University of North Carolina system, it is the largest university in the Carolinas. The university forms one of the corners of the Research Triangle together with Duke University in Durham and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. It is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity".
According to Universities.com NCState has the number 1 Design program in the state of North Carolina so all this would be a great fit for all of our CTE students in the Graphic Design Pathways. The SAT Range for NCSTATE is a 1260 and the average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at NC State was 3.8 on the 4.0 scale.
NEW ADMISSIONS:
Check out the new admissions for North Carolina State University.
Arts, Audio/Visual Technology and Communications
About Arts, Audio/Visual Technology and CommunicationsCareers
Source: nccareers.org
Best NC Colleges for Arts, Audio/Visual Technology and Communications:
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
No Internet at Home??? No Problem!!!
Please see Mrs. West in room 227 or email her at anniee.west@cms.k12.nc.us for information about the Sprint HotSpots. We have access to free HotSpots through the Sprint 1Million Grant. These hotspots guarantee 10 GB of High Speed Data each month to be used to help with school assignments.