House Standings
215	380	211	187

Gabby Polsky

Thank you to Michael Elrod, Larkin Lancaster, Tyler Chase, Timmy Jones, and Patrick Carlson for helping to transport Mrs. Otey’s bench for the community meeting last week!

Students interested in playing men’s lacrosse for Cannon in the spring of 2019 should plan to meet with Coach Schattner on Thursday, Sept. 6 at 11:15 am in the Library Annex.  Details about the upcoming spring season will be discussed.

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Any student interested in have a PRIMO parking space for the year, and supporting the Class of 2019’s gift…email Dean Booker with a bid.  Deadline is September 7th at 3:15.

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Attention Sophomores!  It is time to break in your boots for Outward Bound!  Wear your boots on Friday 8/31 and Friday 9/7 for House Points.  Show your Advisors your boots and have them email Dean Booker with the totals!!!!!

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FRESHMEN: If you are interested in working with the Honor Council, applications are available from Dean Booker.  Deadline for submission is: Sepember 7th at 3:15pm. 

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Students: We will have videographers on campus on Thursday, September 6. Please dress up for the day.

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MUSICAL AUDITIONS!

Auditions for Cannon Theater Company’s winter musical “The Drowsy Chaperone” are happening September 11 (with some additional dates/times available for fall athletes.) All interested students grade 8-12 should follow the four steps/links below, which will also be accessible soon at www.cannonschool.org/ctc:
Step 1: Sign up here for one acting/singing time slot and one dancing time slot.
Step 2: Fill out this online audition form.
Step 3: Find audition instructions, scripts, and sheet music, here. It’s a google drive document that should be accessible by any Cannon student.
Step 4: Follow these YouTube links to hear recordings of the audition songs; male auditioners will sing “Accident Waiting To Happen,” (0:00-0:47) and females will sing “As We Stumble Along” (0:00-1:02.)
If you have any additional questions, contact amacdonald@cannonschool.org

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Seniors: The College Counseling Team will offer Drop – In Hours for Seniors in The Cube on the following dates: 9/18, 10/3, and 11/7.

(Please make note of this change in your planner)  There will also be a College Application Workshop on 10/10 from 9 – 11:15 a.m. in the CPAC

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College Admission Events in the Charlotte Area:

9/16: Carnegie Mellon University will host an afternoon program.  Register to attend. 2 – 3 p.m. Charlotte Marriott SouthPark, 2200 Rexford Rd.

9/26: Tulane University will host an evening program.  Register to attend. 7 – 8:30 p.m. Providence Day School, 5800 Sardis Rd.

9/26: Belmont University: will be hosting an information session at Charlotte Christian School (7301 Sardis Rd., Charlotte, NC 28270) at 6:00 PM for high school juniors and seniors from the Charlotte area.  It’s a great opportunity to learn more about Belmont, the application process, scholarships and financial aid, and address any questions that you may have.  You may register via this link.

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Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores are invited to sign-up on Family Connection to visit with College Admission Representatives coming to Cannon School.  Students must get permission from their classroom teachers prior to attending an admissions event. Log into your Family Connection account to learn more about the colleges, find out visit times and register to attend. Visits will be held in The Cube or College Counseling Offices.

 

TODAY:

Hillsdale College

Meredith College

Presbyterian College

September 6^th:

Vanderbilt University

St. Lawrence University

September 7^th:

Washington University in St. Louis

September 11^th:

Bryant University

University of Notre Dame

Gardner-Webb University

Haverford College

September 17^th:

East Carolina University

Furman University

Ursinus College

Christopher Newport University

September 21^st:

Davidson College

University of St. Andrews

Elon University

Roanoke College

September 24^th:

St Michael’s College

September 25^th:

Wake Forest University

September 26^th:

Gettysburg College

Tulane University

Mercer University

University of Tulsa

Randolph College

Palm Beach Atlantic University

October 1^st:

High Point University

Georgia Tech

October 2^nd:

Fordham University

Agnes Scott College

October 3^rd:

University of Rochester

Dennison University

Colgate University

University of Richmond

UC Berkeley

Butler University

October 4^th:

Hampden-Sydney College

College of Charleston

University of Mary Washington

October 9^th:

Allegheny College

Clemson University

Carleton College

Auburn University

Johnson & Wales University

October 11^th:

University of Chicago

University of Pennsylvania

October 12^th:

American University

October 15^th:

University of Miami

Trinity University

The American University in Paris

Radford University

Berry University

Villanova University

October 16^th:

Wofford College

Southern Methodist University

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

October 17^th:

Dickinson College

Randolph Macon College

Appalachian State University

Illinois Wesleyan University

Nova Southeastern University

October 22^nd:

Fairfield University

Queens University of Charlotte

October 23^rd:

Baylor University

Lafayette College

October 24^th:

Rhodes College

October 29^th:

Oglethorpe University

Texas Christian University

October 30^th:

Hofstra University

St. Mary’s College

October 31^st:

Berklee College of Music

November 1^st :

Eckerd College

November 2^nd:

Ringling College of Art & Design

House Standings
136	305	201	87

Thank you for Annabel Barr for showing KINDNESS to some of our new students from her hometown!

Amelie Kadackal shared her passion for learning by letting the upper school know about NC Governor’s School.  Thank you!

Emmaleigh Northrup demonstrated KINDNESS when she sent a thank you note to an email following a presentation. Way to go!

DJ Nix showed KINDNESS when he helped many other students that had trouble graphing data on their computers

Students interested in playing men’s lacrosse for Cannon in the spring of 2019 should plan to meet with Coach Schattner on Thursday, Sept. 6 at 11:15 am in the Library Annex.  Details about the upcoming spring season will be discussed.

---

Any student interested in have a PRIMO parking space for the year, and supporting the Class of 2019’s gift…email Dean Booker with a bid.  Deadline is September 7th at 3:15.

---

Attention Sophomores!  It is time to break in your boots for Outward Bound!  Wear your boots on Friday 8/31 and Friday 9/7 for House Points.  Show your Advisors your boots and have them email Dean Booker with the totals!!!!!

---

FRESHMEN: If you are interested in working with the Honor Council, applications are available from Dean Booker.  Deadline for submission is: Sepember 7th at 3:15pm. 

---

For students interested in being math tutors:  Mathnasium of North Charlotte is hiring! Come and share your math expertise. Mathnasium is a math-only learning center that helps kids catch up, keep up, and get ahead in math.

We offer part-time, flexible instructor positions working with students K-12. We are located in North Charlotte only 10 minutes from Cannon.

Take a look at our website if you’re interested www.mathnasium.com/northcharlotte. You can call us at (704) 940-2882 or email us at northcharlotte@mathnasium.com if you would like to find out more.

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Students: We will have videographers on campus on Thursday, September 6. Please dress up for the day.

---

MUSICAL AUDITIONS!

Auditions for Cannon Theater Company’s winter musical “The Drowsy Chaperone” are happening September 4 and 11 (with some additional dates/times available for fall athletes.) All interested students grade 8-12 should follow the four steps/links below, which will also be accessible soon at www.cannonschool.org/ctc:
Step 1: Sign up here for one acting/singing time slot and one dancing time slot.
Step 2: Fill out this online audition form.
Step 3: Find audition instructions, scripts, and sheet music, here. It’s a google drive document that should be accessible by any Cannon student.
Step 4: Follow these YouTube links to hear recordings of the audition songs; male auditioners will sing “Accident Waiting To Happen,” (0:00-0:47) and females will sing “As We Stumble Along” (0:00-1:02.)
If you have any additional questions, contact amacdonald@cannonschool.org

---

Seniors: The College Counseling Team will offer Drop – In Hours for Seniors in The Cube on the following dates: 9/18, 10/3, and 11/7.

(Please make note of this change in your planner)  There will also be a College Application Workshop on 10/10 from 9 – 11:15 a.m. in the CPAC

---

College Admission Events in the Charlotte Area:

9/16: Carnegie Mellon University will host an afternoon program.  Register to attend. 2 – 3 p.m. Charlotte Marriott SouthPark, 2200 Rexford Rd.

9/26: Tulane University will host an evening program.  Register to attend. 7 – 8:30 p.m. Providence Day School, 5800 Sardis Rd.

9/26: Belmont University: will be hosting an information session at Charlotte Christian School (7301 Sardis Rd., Charlotte, NC 28270) at 6:00 PM for high school juniors and seniors from the Charlotte area.  It’s a great opportunity to learn more about Belmont, the application process, scholarships and financial aid, and address any questions that you may have.  You may register via this link.

---

Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores are invited to sign-up on Family Connection to visit with College Admission Representatives coming to Cannon School.  Students must get permission from their classroom teachers prior to attending an admissions event. Log into your Family Connection account to learn more about the colleges, find out visit times and register to attend. Visits will be held in The Cube or College Counseling Offices.

 

September 4:

Guilford College

Campbell University

Virginia Commonwealth University

Lynn University

University of South Carolina

University of Georgia

September 5^th:

Hillsdale College

Meredith College

Presbyterian College

September 6^th:

Vanderbilt University

St. Lawrence University

September 7^th:

Washington University in St. Louis

September 11^th:

Bryant University

University of Notre Dame

Gardner-Webb University

Haverford College

September 17^th:

East Carolina University

Furman University

Ursinus College

Christopher Newport University

September 21^st:

Davidson College

University of St. Andrews

Elon University

Roanoke College

September 24^th:

St Michael’s College

September 25^th:

Wake Forest University

September 26^th:

Gettysburg College

Tulane University

Mercer University

University of Tulsa

Randolph College

Palm Beach Atlantic University

October 1^st:

High Point University

Georgia Tech

October 2^nd:

Fordham University

Agnes Scott College

October 3^rd:

University of Rochester

Dennison University

Colgate University

University of Richmond

UC Berkeley

Butler University

October 4^th:

Hampden-Sydney College

College of Charleston

University of Mary Washington

October 9^th:

Allegheny College

Clemson University

Carleton College

Auburn University

Johnson & Wales University

October 11^th:

University of Chicago

University of Pennsylvania

October 12^th:

American University

October 15^th:

University of Miami

Trinity University

The American University in Paris

Radford University

Berry University

Villanova University

October 16^th:

Wofford College

Southern Methodist University

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

October 17^th:

Dickinson College

Randolph Macon College

Appalachian State University

Illinois Wesleyan University

Nova Southeastern University

October 22^nd:

Fairfield University

Queens University of Charlotte

October 23^rd:

Baylor University

Lafayette College

October 24^th:

Rhodes College

October 29^th:

Oglethorpe University

Texas Christian University

October 30^th:

Hofstra University

St. Mary’s College

October 31^st:

Berklee College of Music

November 1^st :

Eckerd College

November 2^nd:

Ringling College of Art & Design

House Standings
124	148	201	65

Nanu Mohan
Coach JoeTro

Lauren Skolaris saw a Cannon parent struggling with a rolling cooler and snacks to drop off for the volleyball team before their game, and she ran across the courtyard (showing KINDNESS) to help the parent and held the door open. Much appreciated!

Sane’ Davis demonstrated INTEGRITY and KINDNESS when she alerted a classmate that he had dropped his wallet as he was preparing to leave campus.

Maddie Johnson, Akshi Kumar, Emily Aldous, Greta Gruber, Izzie Ortiz, Will Carey, Lily Klett, Kaylin Slattery, Amelia Wyatt, Chrissy Stamey, Reah Syed, and Sarah Kate Edwards and Sarah Kuo demonstrated TEAMWORK and KINDNESS when they gave up part of their drop period to talk with new students about helpful tips to be successful in the Upper School. Thank you so much!

Ellen Weinstock shows TEAMWORK by being ready to help her freshman advisory members by reminding them of special events every day. She is always helpful to new members of the Cannon family!

Josie Thillet showed TEAMWORK when she guided her class on vocabulary review while her teacher had to solve a problem in the hallway.

Thank you so much to Andrew Ayer, Mia Biehler, Harrison Burton, Clint Harris, Bailey Jones, Jack Reimer, Cole Ventura, Connor Wellman, and Amelia Wyatt for showing KINDNESS and coming out to Mr. Rogers exhibit last night. You all are the best and it was so awesome for you to come out and support!

Students interested in playing men’s lacrosse for Cannon in the spring of 2019 should plan to meet with Coach Schattner on Thursday, Sept. 6 at 11:15 am in the Library Annex.  Details about the upcoming spring season will be discussed.

---

Any student interested in have a PRIMO parking space for the year, and supporting the Class of 2019’s gift…email Dean Booker with a bid.  Deadline is September 7th at 3:15.

---

Attention Sophomores!  It is time to break in your boots for Outward Bound!  Wear your boots on Friday 8/31 and Friday 9/7 for House Points.  Show your Advisors your boots and have them email Dean Booker with the totals!!!!!

---

FRESHMEN: If you are interested in working with the Honor Council, applications are available from Dean Booker.  Deadline for submission is: Sepember 7th at 3:15pm. 

---

For students interested in being math tutors:  Mathnasium of North Charlotte is hiring! Come and share your math expertise. Mathnasium is a math-only learning center that helps kids catch up, keep up, and get ahead in math.

We offer part-time, flexible instructor positions working with students K-12. We are located in North Charlotte only 10 minutes from Cannon.

Take a look at our website if you’re interested www.mathnasium.com/northcharlotte. You can call us at (704) 940-2882 or email us at northcharlotte@mathnasium.com if you would like to find out more.

---

Students: We will have videographers on campus on Thursday, September 6. Please dress up for the day.

---

MUSICAL AUDITIONS!

Auditions for Cannon Theater Company’s winter musical “The Drowsy Chaperone” are happening September 4 and 11 (with some additional dates/times available for fall athletes.) All interested students grade 8-12 should follow the four steps/links below, which will also be accessible soon at www.cannonschool.org/ctc:
Step 1: Sign up here for one acting/singing time slot and one dancing time slot.
Step 2: Fill out this online audition form.
Step 3: Find audition instructions, scripts, and sheet music, here. It’s a google drive document that should be accessible by any Cannon student.
Step 4: Follow these YouTube links to hear recordings of the audition songs; male auditioners will sing “Accident Waiting To Happen,” (0:00-0:47) and females will sing “As We Stumble Along” (0:00-1:02.)
If you have any additional questions, contact amacdonald@cannonschool.org

---

Seniors: The College Counseling Team will offer Drop – In Hours for Seniors in The Cube on the following dates: 9/18, 10/3, and 11/7.

(Please make note of this change in your planner)  There will also be a College Application Workshop on 10/10 from 9 – 11:15 a.m. in the CPAC

---

Dear Community Partners and School Staff & Administrators… We have had some amazing opportunities at Wings of Eagles Ranch to partner with local organizations, schools, colleges and universities to provide volunteering and service learning experiences in our 19 year history, and are once again looking for dedicated volunteers for our Fall 2018 therapeutic horseback riding program. We hope that you may be able to help us spread the word about Wings of Eagles Ranch to your high school and college students who are in need of volunteering hours or service projects.  Volunteer trainings are held before the beginning of each session (Fall Session is 8 weeks and starts on September 17, Winter Session is 6 weeks and starts in January 2019, and Spring Session is 8 weeks and starts in March 2019) and are only required for those interested in volunteering in the therapeutic riding program. Volunteer Training is mandatory for new volunteers and will take place on Tuesday September 4th or Thursday September 6th.

Additional information about Wings of Eagles Ranch can be found on our website by clicking this link:Wings of Eagles Ranch Website.

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We also have volunteering opportunities in the form of assisting with field trips for various area K-12 schools, work days, special programming & projects and fundraiser events – please feel free to contact us at any time if you have any questions about The Ranch, its programs or the volunteering opportunities we may have.

 

We value your willingness to partner with us and hope to see your members, staff and students this fall at The Ranch!

Do you have an interest or a passion that you want to share with the rest of our student body? Have you considered starting or leading a club? If so, fill out this Google Form to propose your idea for a club in the Upper School.  Club leadership is open to ANY Upper School student.  Deadline for club proposals is 8/31 by 3pm. Club proposal form: https://goo.gl/forms/F7ivheB9jJi5kDAF2

We will have a Club Leader meeting on 8/31 during Student Choice in Foundation Hall to ensure you all have the information you need to be ready for Club Fair on 9/7!

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Student Ambassador Network

The Student Ambassador Network (“SAN”) is a group of Upper School students who represent Cannon School and demonstrate Cannon’s core values in their academic, athletic and artistic pursuits, both on campus and in their communities.  All Cannon Upper School students are invited to be active Cannon student ambassadors.  To get involved all you have to do is complete the Student Ambassador Profile (an 8-10 minute Survey) so we are better informed about you and your interests!  Please complete the profile by Friday, August 31.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Weinstock,kweinstock@cannonschool.org in the Admission Office.

Want to talk to a student who has been an Ambassador, feel free to connect with one of our 2018-2019 Interns: Abigail Hedgecock, Achsah Koshy, Caroline Carr, Emily Cleveland, Ava Cooksey, Gabby Holloway, Maddie Johnson, Anna Ruth Morrison, Alex Erdin, Anna Galloway, Jack McDermott, Gabby Polsky, Ella Ruddy 

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College Admission Events in the Charlotte Area:

9/16: Carnegie Mellon University will host an afternoon program.  Register to attend. 2 – 3 p.m. Charlotte Marriott SouthPark, 2200 Rexford Rd.

9/26: Tulane University will host an evening program.  Register to attend. 7 – 8:30 p.m. Providence Day School, 5800 Sardis Rd.

9/26: Belmont University: will be hosting an information session at Charlotte Christian School (7301 Sardis Rd., Charlotte, NC 28270) at 6:00 PM for high school juniors and seniors from the Charlotte area.  It’s a great opportunity to learn more about Belmont, the application process, scholarships and financial aid, and address any questions that you may have.  You may register via this link.

---

Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores are invited to sign-up on Family Connection to visit with College Admission Representatives coming to Cannon School.  Students must get permission from their classroom teachers prior to attending an admissions event. Log into your Family Connection account to learn more about the colleges, find out visit times and register to attend. Visits will be held in The Cube or College Counseling Offices.

 

September 4:

Guilford College

Campbell University

Virginia Commonwealth University

Lynn University

University of South Carolina

University of Georgia

September 5^th:

Hillsdale College

Meredith College

Presbyterian College

September 6^th:

Vanderbilt University

St. Lawrence University

September 7^th:

Washington University in St. Louis

September 11^th:

Bryant University

University of Notre Dame

Gardner-Webb University

Haverford College

September 17^th:

East Carolina University

Furman University

Ursinus College

Christopher Newport University

September 21^st:

Davidson College

University of St. Andrews

Elon University

Roanoke College

September 24^th:

St Michael’s College

September 25^th:

Wake Forest University

September 26^th:

Gettysburg College

Tulane University

Mercer University

University of Tulsa

Randolph College

Palm Beach Atlantic University

October 1^st:

High Point University

Georgia Tech

October 2^nd:

Fordham University

Agnes Scott College

October 3^rd:

University of Rochester

Dennison University

Colgate University

University of Richmond

UC Berkeley

Butler University

October 4^th:

Hampden-Sydney College

College of Charleston

University of Mary Washington

October 9^th:

Allegheny College

Clemson University

Carleton College

Auburn University

Johnson & Wales University

October 11^th:

University of Chicago

University of Pennsylvania

October 12^th:

American University

October 15^th:

University of Miami

Trinity University

The American University in Paris

Radford University

Berry University

Villanova University

October 16^th:

Wofford College

Southern Methodist University

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

October 17^th:

Dickinson College

Randolph Macon College

Appalachian State University

Illinois Wesleyan University

Nova Southeastern University

October 22^nd:

Fairfield University

Queens University of Charlotte

October 23^rd:

Baylor University

Lafayette College

October 24^th:

Rhodes College

October 29^th:

Oglethorpe University

Texas Christian University

October 30^th:

Hofstra University

St. Mary’s College

October 31^st:

Berklee College of Music

November 1^st :

Eckerd College

November 2^nd:

Ringling College of Art & Design

House Standings
124	148	201	65

Blake Tracy

Thank you, Kyle O’Neill and Drake Griffith, for helping Mrs. Otey carry some boxes from her car. Your KINDNESS is appreciated!

Caroline Livingston showed KINDNESS when she helped a fellow runner pull herself together after a great race!

Mahesh Vankenini and Emma Little showed INTEGRITY when they cleaned up a mess left behind on the front steps by their classmates.

Any student interested in have a PRIMO parking space for the year, and supporting the Class of 2019’s gift…email Dean Booker with a bid.  Deadline is September 7th at 3:15.

---

Attention Sophomores!  It is time to break in your boots for Outward Bound!  Wear your boots on Friday 8/31 and Friday 9/7 for House Points.  Show your Advisors your boots and have them email Dean Booker with the totals!!!!!

---

FRESHMEN: If you are interested in working with the Honor Council, applications are available from Dean Booker.  Deadline for submission is: Sepember 7th at 3:15pm. 

---

For students interested in being math tutors:  Mathnasium of North Charlotte is hiring! Come and share your math expertise. Mathnasium is a math-only learning center that helps kids catch up, keep up, and get ahead in math.

We offer part-time, flexible instructor positions working with students K-12. We are located in North Charlotte only 10 minutes from Cannon.

Take a look at our website if you’re interested www.mathnasium.com/northcharlotte. You can call us at (704) 940-2882 or email us at northcharlotte@mathnasium.com if you would like to find out more.

---

Students: We will have videographers on campus on Thursday, September 6. Please dress up for the day.

---

MUSICAL AUDITIONS!

Auditions for Cannon Theater Company’s winter musical “The Drowsy Chaperone” are happening September 4 and 11 (with some additional dates/times available for fall athletes.) All interested students grade 8-12 should follow the four steps/links below, which will also be accessible soon at www.cannonschool.org/ctc:
Step 1: Sign up here for one acting/singing time slot and one dancing time slot.
Step 2: Fill out this online audition form.
Step 3: Find audition instructions, scripts, and sheet music, here. It’s a google drive document that should be accessible by any Cannon student.
Step 4: Follow these YouTube links to hear recordings of the audition songs; male auditioners will sing “Accident Waiting To Happen,” (0:00-0:47) and females will sing “As We Stumble Along” (0:00-1:02.)
If you have any additional questions, contact amacdonald@cannonschool.org

---

Seniors: The College Counseling Team will offer Drop – In Hours for Seniors in The Cube on the following dates: 9/18, 10/3, and 11/7.

(Please make note of this change in your planner)  There will also be a College Application Workshop on 10/10 from 9 – 11:15 a.m. in the CPAC

---

Dear Community Partners and School Staff & Administrators… We have had some amazing opportunities at Wings of Eagles Ranch to partner with local organizations, schools, colleges and universities to provide volunteering and service learning experiences in our 19 year history, and are once again looking for dedicated volunteers for our Fall 2018 therapeutic horseback riding program. We hope that you may be able to help us spread the word about Wings of Eagles Ranch to your high school and college students who are in need of volunteering hours or service projects.  Volunteer trainings are held before the beginning of each session (Fall Session is 8 weeks and starts on September 17, Winter Session is 6 weeks and starts in January 2019, and Spring Session is 8 weeks and starts in March 2019) and are only required for those interested in volunteering in the therapeutic riding program. Volunteer Training is mandatory for new volunteers and will take place on Tuesday September 4th or Thursday September 6th.

Additional information about Wings of Eagles Ranch can be found on our website by clicking this link:Wings of Eagles Ranch Website.

---

We also have volunteering opportunities in the form of assisting with field trips for various area K-12 schools, work days, special programming & projects and fundraiser events – please feel free to contact us at any time if you have any questions about The Ranch, its programs or the volunteering opportunities we may have.

 

We value your willingness to partner with us and hope to see your members, staff and students this fall at The Ranch!

Do you have an interest or a passion that you want to share with the rest of our student body? Have you considered starting or leading a club? If so, fill out this Google Form to propose your idea for a club in the Upper School.  Club leadership is open to ANY Upper School student.  Deadline for club proposals is 8/31 by 3pm. Club proposal form: https://goo.gl/forms/F7ivheB9jJi5kDAF2

We will have a Club Leader meeting on 8/31 during Student Choice in Foundation Hall to ensure you all have the information you need to be ready for Club Fair on 9/7!

---

Student Ambassador Network

The Student Ambassador Network (“SAN”) is a group of Upper School students who represent Cannon School and demonstrate Cannon’s core values in their academic, athletic and artistic pursuits, both on campus and in their communities.  All Cannon Upper School students are invited to be active Cannon student ambassadors.  To get involved all you have to do is complete the Student Ambassador Profile (an 8-10 minute Survey) so we are better informed about you and your interests!  Please complete the profile by Friday, August 31.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Weinstock,kweinstock@cannonschool.org in the Admission Office.

Want to talk to a student who has been an Ambassador, feel free to connect with one of our 2018-2019 Interns: Abigail Hedgecock, Achsah Koshy, Caroline Carr, Emily Cleveland, Ava Cooksey, Gabby Holloway, Maddie Johnson, Anna Ruth Morrison, Alex Erdin, Anna Galloway, Jack McDermott, Gabby Polsky, Ella Ruddy 

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College Admission Events in the Charlotte Area:

9/16: Carnegie Mellon University will host an afternoon program.  Register to attend. 2 – 3 p.m. Charlotte Marriott SouthPark, 2200 Rexford Rd.

9/26: Tulane University will host an evening program.  Register to attend. 7 – 8:30 p.m. Providence Day School, 5800 Sardis Rd.

---

Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores are invited to sign-up on Family Connection to visit with College Admission Representatives coming to Cannon School.  Students must get permission from their classroom teachers prior to attending an admissions event. Log into your Family Connection account to learn more about the colleges, find out visit times and register to attend. Visits will be held in The Cube or College Counseling Offices.

 

September 4:

Guilford College

Campbell University

Virginia Commonwealth University

Lynn University

University of South Carolina

University of Georgia

September 5^th:

Hillsdale College

Meredith College

Presbyterian College

September 6^th:

Vanderbilt University

St. Lawrence University

September 7^th:

Washington University in St. Louis

September 11^th:

Bryant University

University of Notre Dame

Gardner-Webb University

Haverford College

September 17^th:

East Carolina University

Furman University

Ursinus College

Christopher Newport University

September 21^st:

Davidson College

University of St. Andrews

Elon University

Roanoke College

September 24^th:

St Michael’s College

September 25^th:

Wake Forest University

September 26^th:

Gettysburg College

Tulane University

Mercer University

University of Tulsa

Randolph College

Palm Beach Atlantic University

October 1^st:

High Point University

Georgia Tech

October 2^nd:

Fordham University

Agnes Scott College

October 3^rd:

University of Rochester

Dennison University

Colgate University

University of Richmond

UC Berkeley

Butler University

October 4^th:

Hampden-Sydney College

College of Charleston

University of Mary Washington

October 9^th:

Allegheny College

Clemson University

Carleton College

Auburn University

Johnson & Wales University

October 11^th:

University of Chicago

University of Pennsylvania

October 12^th:

American University

October 15^th:

University of Miami

Trinity University

The American University in Paris

Radford University

Berry University

Villanova University

October 16^th:

Wofford College

Southern Methodist University

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

October 17^th:

Dickinson College

Randolph Macon College

Appalachian State University

Illinois Wesleyan University

Nova Southeastern University

October 22^nd:

Fairfield University

Queens University of Charlotte

October 23^rd:

Baylor University

Lafayette College

October 24^th:

Rhodes College

October 29^th:

Oglethorpe University

Texas Christian University

October 30^th:

Hofstra University

St. Mary’s College

October 31^st:

Berklee College of Music

November 1^st :

Eckerd College

November 2^nd:

Ringling College of Art & Design

House Standings
109	133	155	65

Izzy Ortiz (8/28), Madison Hardy (8/28), Connie Stavrakas (8/28)

TODAY: Beth Lineberger

Thank you, Emma Little, for helping a new student learn how to use the printer. Thanks for your KINDNESS!

Allison Abel, Leah Shaw, and Ian O’Neil took time out of their day to reset the room for the next class after it had been left in a state of disarray, showing TEAMWORK!!!

Any student interested in have a PRIMO parking space for the year, and supporting the Class of 2019’s gift…email Dean Booker with a bid.  Deadline is September 7th at 3:15.

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FRESHMEN: If you are interested in working with the Honor Council, applications are available from Dean Booker.  Deadline for submission is: Sepember 7th at 3:15pm. 

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There will be a Varsity Baseball interest meeting on TODAY, August 29^th at 11:45am in the upstairs area of the weight room.

If you cannot attend but are in interested in playing baseball, please contact Coach Rachal rrachal@cannonschool.org

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For students interested in being math tutors:  Mathnasium of North Charlotte is hiring! Come and share your math expertise. Mathnasium is a math-only learning center that helps kids catch up, keep up, and get ahead in math.

We offer part-time, flexible instructor positions working with students K-12. We are located in North Charlotte only 10 minutes from Cannon.

Take a look at our website if you’re interested www.mathnasium.com/northcharlotte. You can call us at (704) 940-2882 or email us at northcharlotte@mathnasium.com if you would like to find out more.

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Students: We will have videographers on campus on Thursday, September 6. Please dress up for the day.

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MUSICAL AUDITIONS!

Auditions for Cannon Theater Company’s winter musical “The Drowsy Chaperone” are happening September 4 and 11 (with some additional dates/times available for fall athletes.) All interested students grade 8-12 should follow the four steps/links below, which will also be accessible soon at www.cannonschool.org/ctc:
Step 1: Sign up here for one acting/singing time slot and one dancing time slot.
Step 2: Fill out this online audition form.
Step 3: Find audition instructions, scripts, and sheet music, here. It’s a google drive document that should be accessible by any Cannon student.
Step 4: Follow these YouTube links to hear recordings of the audition songs; male auditioners will sing “Accident Waiting To Happen,” (0:00-0:47) and females will sing “As We Stumble Along” (0:00-1:02.)
If you have any additional questions, contact amacdonald@cannonschool.org

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Seniors: The College Counseling Team will offer Drop – In Hours for Seniors in The Cube on the following dates: 9/18, 10/3, and 11/7.

(Please make note of this change in your planner)  There will also be a College Application Workshop on 10/10 from 9 – 11:15 a.m. in the CPAC

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Dear Community Partners and School Staff & Administrators… We have had some amazing opportunities at Wings of Eagles Ranch to partner with local organizations, schools, colleges and universities to provide volunteering and service learning experiences in our 19 year history, and are once again looking for dedicated volunteers for our Fall 2018 therapeutic horseback riding program. We hope that you may be able to help us spread the word about Wings of Eagles Ranch to your high school and college students who are in need of volunteering hours or service projects.  Volunteer trainings are held before the beginning of each session (Fall Session is 8 weeks and starts on September 17, Winter Session is 6 weeks and starts in January 2019, and Spring Session is 8 weeks and starts in March 2019) and are only required for those interested in volunteering in the therapeutic riding program. Volunteer Training is mandatory for new volunteers and will take place on Tuesday September 4th or Thursday September 6th.

Additional information about Wings of Eagles Ranch can be found on our website by clicking this link:Wings of Eagles Ranch Website.

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We also have volunteering opportunities in the form of assisting with field trips for various area K-12 schools, work days, special programming & projects and fundraiser events – please feel free to contact us at any time if you have any questions about The Ranch, its programs or the volunteering opportunities we may have.

 

We value your willingness to partner with us and hope to see your members, staff and students this fall at The Ranch!

Do you have an interest or a passion that you want to share with the rest of our student body? Have you considered starting or leading a club? If so, fill out this Google Form to propose your idea for a club in the Upper School.  Club leadership is open to ANY Upper School student.  Deadline for club proposals is 8/31 by 3pm. Club proposal form: https://goo.gl/forms/F7ivheB9jJi5kDAF2

We will have a Club Leader meeting on 8/31 during Student Choice in Foundation Hall to ensure you all have the information you need to be ready for Club Fair on 9/7!

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Please be mindful of noise levels directly outside the Testing Center, and do not enter or use the Testing Center without a proctor present.

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Student Ambassador Network

The Student Ambassador Network (“SAN”) is a group of Upper School students who represent Cannon School and demonstrate Cannon’s core values in their academic, athletic and artistic pursuits, both on campus and in their communities.  All Cannon Upper School students are invited to be active Cannon student ambassadors.  To get involved all you have to do is complete the Student Ambassador Profile (an 8-10 minute Survey) so we are better informed about you and your interests!  Please complete the profile by Friday, August 31.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Weinstock,kweinstock@cannonschool.org in the Admission Office.

Want to talk to a student who has been an Ambassador, feel free to connect with one of our 2018-2019 Interns: Abigail Hedgecock, Achsah Koshy, Caroline Carr, Emily Cleveland, Ava Cooksey, Gabby Holloway, Maddie Johnson, Anna Ruth Morrison, Alex Erdin, Anna Galloway, Jack McDermott, Gabby Polsky, Ella Ruddy 

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College Admission Events in the Charlotte Area:

9/16: Carnegie Mellon University will host an afternoon program.  Register to attend. 2 – 3 p.m. Charlotte Marriott SouthPark, 2200 Rexford Rd.

9/26: Tulane University will host an evening program.  Register to attend. 7 – 8:30 p.m. Providence Day School, 5800 Sardis Rd.

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Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores are invited to sign-up on Family Connection to visit with College Admission Representatives coming to Cannon School.  Students must get permission from their classroom teachers prior to attending an admissions event. Log into your Family Connection account to learn more about the colleges, find out visit times and register to attend. Visits will be held in The Cube or College Counseling Offices.

 

September 4:

Guilford College

Campbell University

Virginia Commonwealth University

Lynn University

University of South Carolina

University of Georgia

September 5^th:

Hillsdale College

Meredith College

Presbyterian College

September 6^th:

Vanderbilt University

St. Lawrence University

September 7^th:

Washington University in St. Louis

September 11^th:

Bryant University

University of Notre Dame

Gardner-Webb University

Haverford College

September 17^th:

East Carolina University

Furman University

Ursinus College

Christopher Newport University

September 21^st:

Davidson College

University of St. Andrews

Elon University

Roanoke College

September 24^th:

St Michael’s College

September 25^th:

Wake Forest University

September 26^th:

Gettysburg College

Tulane University

Mercer University

University of Tulsa

Randolph College

Palm Beach Atlantic University

October 1^st:

High Point University

Georgia Tech

October 2^nd:

Fordham University

Agnes Scott College

October 3^rd:

University of Rochester

Dennison University

Colgate University

University of Richmond

UC Berkeley

Butler University

October 4^th:

Hampden-Sydney College

College of Charleston

University of Mary Washington

October 9^th:

Allegheny College

Clemson University

Carleton College

Auburn University

Johnson & Wales University

October 11^th:

University of Chicago

University of Pennsylvania

October 12^th:

American University

October 15^th:

University of Miami

Trinity University

The American University in Paris

Radford University

Berry University

Villanova University

October 16^th:

Wofford College

Southern Methodist University

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

October 17^th:

Dickinson College

Randolph Macon College

Appalachian State University

Illinois Wesleyan University

Nova Southeastern University

October 22^nd:

Fairfield University

Queens University of Charlotte

October 23^rd:

Baylor University

Lafayette College

October 24^th:

Rhodes College

October 29^th:

Oglethorpe University

Texas Christian University

October 30^th:

Hofstra University

St. Mary’s College

October 31^st:

Berklee College of Music

November 1^st :

Eckerd College

November 2^nd:

Ringling College of Art & Design

House Standings
58	80	90	65

Mitch Jeter

Thank you, Brandon Turner, for showing TEAMWORK by stopping and helping the Athletic Department pick up traffic cones after you had already played a whole football game! “Taking care of each other!” Awesome!

Harshini Gadudasu showed TEAMWORK when she offered to take count our advisees and report attendance if needed.

Nathan Smith demonstrated KINDNESS when he stopped what he was doing to help Ms. Banks return a cooler to the upper school after the football game.

Cam Ray and Tyler Chase demonstrated RESPECT when they took a stack of lunch trays back to the cafeteria

Emmaleigh Northrup and Morgan Jeter showed KINDNESS when they organized a birthday surprise for someone in their advisory!

Megan Kunkle showed KINDNESS when she ran an errand for a teacher during her student choice.

Isabella Friedli showed COMPASSION by helping a fellow classmate find the nurse’s office.

Todd Pelino displayed TEAMWORK by assisting other classmates with with their printing issues.

 

Any student interested in have a PRIMO parking space for the year, and supporting the Class of 2019’s gift…email Dean Booker with a bid.  Deadline is September 7th at 3:15.

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FRESHMEN: If you are interested in working with the Honor Council, applications are available from Dean Booker.  Deadline for submission is: Sepember 7th at 3:15pm. 

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There will be a Varsity Baseball interest meeting on TODAY, August 29^th at 11:45am in the upstairs area of the weight room.

If you cannot attend but are in interested in playing baseball, please contact Coach Rachal rrachal@cannonschool.org

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For students interested in being math tutors:  Mathnasium of North Charlotte is hiring! Come and share your math expertise. Mathnasium is a math-only learning center that helps kids catch up, keep up, and get ahead in math.

We offer part-time, flexible instructor positions working with students K-12. We are located in North Charlotte only 10 minutes from Cannon.

Take a look at our website if you’re interested www.mathnasium.com/northcharlotte. You can call us at (704) 940-2882 or email us at northcharlotte@mathnasium.com if you would like to find out more.

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Students: We will have videographers on campus on Thursday, September 6. Please dress up for the day.

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MUSICAL AUDITIONS!

Auditions for Cannon Theater Company’s winter musical “The Drowsy Chaperone” are happening September 4 and 11 (with some additional dates/times available for fall athletes.) All interested students grade 8-12 should follow the four steps/links below, which will also be accessible soon at www.cannonschool.org/ctc:
Step 1: Sign up here for one acting/singing time slot and one dancing time slot.
Step 2: Fill out this online audition form.
Step 3: Find audition instructions, scripts, and sheet music, here. It’s a google drive document that should be accessible by any Cannon student.
Step 4: Follow these YouTube links to hear recordings of the audition songs; male auditioners will sing “Accident Waiting To Happen,” (0:00-0:47) and females will sing “As We Stumble Along” (0:00-1:02.)
If you have any additional questions, contact amacdonald@cannonschool.org

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Seniors: The College Counseling Team will offer Drop – In Hours for Seniors in The Cube on the following dates: 9/18, 10/3, and 11/7.

(Please make note of this change in your planner)  There will also be a College Application Workshop on 10/10 from 9 – 11:15 a.m. in the CPAC

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Do you have an interest or a passion that you want to share with the rest of our student body? Have you considered starting or leading a club? If so, fill out this Google Form to propose your idea for a club in the Upper School.  Club leadership is open to ANY Upper School student.  Deadline for club proposals is 8/31 by 3pm. Club proposal form: https://goo.gl/forms/F7ivheB9jJi5kDAF2

We will have a Club Leader meeting on 8/31 during Student Choice in Foundation Hall to ensure you all have the information you need to be ready for Club Fair on 9/7!

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Please be mindful of noise levels directly outside the Testing Center, and do not enter or use the Testing Center without a proctor present.

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Student Ambassador Network

The Student Ambassador Network (“SAN”) is a group of Upper School students who represent Cannon School and demonstrate Cannon’s core values in their academic, athletic and artistic pursuits, both on campus and in their communities.  All Cannon Upper School students are invited to be active Cannon student ambassadors.  To get involved all you have to do is complete the Student Ambassador Profile (an 8-10 minute Survey) so we are better informed about you and your interests!  Please complete the profile by Friday, August 31.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Weinstock,kweinstock@cannonschool.org in the Admission Office.

Want to talk to a student who has been an Ambassador, feel free to connect with one of our 2018-2019 Interns: Abigail Hedgecock, Achsah Koshy, Caroline Carr, Emily Cleveland, Ava Cooksey, Gabby Holloway, Maddie Johnson, Anna Ruth Morrison, Alex Erdin, Anna Galloway, Jack McDermott, Gabby Polsky, Ella Ruddy 

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College Admission Events in the Charlotte Area:

9/16: Carnegie Mellon University will host an afternoon program.  Register to attend. 2 – 3 p.m. Charlotte Marriott SouthPark, 2200 Rexford Rd.

9/26: Tulane University will host an evening program.  Register to attend. 7 – 8:30 p.m. Providence Day School, 5800 Sardis Rd.

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Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores are invited to sign-up on Family Connection to visit with College Admission Representatives coming to Cannon School.  Students must get permission from their classroom teachers prior to attending an admissions event. Log into your Family Connection account to learn more about the colleges, find out visit times and register to attend. Visits will be held in The Cube or College Counseling Offices.

TODAY:
Sewanee: The University of the South

September 4:
Guilford College
Campbell University
Lynn University
University of South Carolina
University of Georgia
September 5
Hillsdale College
Meredith College
Presbyterian College
September 6
Vanderbilt University
St. Lawrence University
September 7
Washington University in St. Louis
September 11
Bryant University
University of Notre Dame
Gardner-Webb University
Haverford College
September 17
East Carolina University
Furman University
Ursinus College
Christopher Newport University
September 21
Davidson College
University of St. Andrews
Elon University
Roanoke College
September 24
St Michael’s College
September 25
Wake Forest University
September 26
Gettysburg College
Tulane University
Mercer University
October 1
High Point University
Georgia Tech
October 2
Fordham University
October 3
University of Rochester
Dennison University
Colgate University
UC Berkeley
Butler University
October 4
Hampden-Sydney College
College of Charleston
University of Mary Washington
October 9
Allegheny College
Clemson University
Carleton College
Auburn University
Johnson & Wales University
October 11
University of Chicago
October 12
American University
October 15
University of Miami
Trinity University
The American University in Paris
Villanova University
October 16
Wofford College
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
October 17
Dickinson College
Appalachian State University
Illinois Wesleyan University
Nova Southeastern University
October 22
Fairfield University
Queens University of Charlotte
October 23
Baylor University
Lafayette College
October 24
Rhodes College
October 30
Hofstra University
St. Mary’s College
October 31
Berklee College of Music
November 2
Ringling College of Art & Design

House Standings
40	50	20	40

Noelle Nieske

CJ Newton demonstrated RESPECT when he pointed out an error a teacher had made in a respectful way.  Way to go, CJ!

Emily Cleveland helped a student in Lower School get his snack in the cafeteria and helped students in French class with vocabulary list.

Any student interested in have a PRIMO parking space for the year, and supporting the Class of 2019’s gift…email Dean Booker with a bid.  Deadline is September 7th at 3:15.

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Seniors: TODAY August 27^th English Drop – There is a MANDATORY meeting with College Counseling during your English Drop. Please report to the new Cube during your primary English drop period.

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FRESHMEN: If you are interested in working with the Honor Council, applications are available from Dean Booker.  Deadline for submission is: Sepember 7th at 3:15pm. 

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Students: We will have videographers on campus on Thursday, September 6. Please dress up for the day.

---

MUSICAL AUDITIONS!

Auditions for Cannon Theater Company’s winter musical “The Drowsy Chaperone” are happening September 4 and 11 (with some additional dates/times available for fall athletes.) All interested students grade 8-12 should follow the four steps/links below, which will also be accessible soon at www.cannonschool.org/ctc:
Step 1: Sign up here for one acting/singing time slot and one dancing time slot.
Step 2: Fill out this online audition form.
Step 3: Find audition instructions, scripts, and sheet music, here. It’s a google drive document that should be accessible by any Cannon student.
Step 4: Follow these YouTube links to hear recordings of the audition songs; male auditioners will sing “Accident Waiting To Happen,” (0:00-0:47) and females will sing “As We Stumble Along” (0:00-1:02.)
If you have any additional questions, contact amacdonald@cannonschool.org

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Seniors: The College Counseling Team will offer Drop – In Hours for Seniors in The Cube on the following dates: 9/18, 10/3, and 11/7.

(Please make note of this change in your planner)  There will also be a College Application Workshop on 10/10 from 9 – 11:15 a.m. in the CPAC

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Do you have an interest or a passion that you want to share with the rest of our student body? Have you considered starting or leading a club? If so, fill out this Google Form to propose your idea for a club in the Upper School.  Club leadership is open to ANY Upper School student.  Deadline for club proposals is 8/31 by 3pm. Club proposal form: https://goo.gl/forms/F7ivheB9jJi5kDAF2

We will have a Club Leader meeting on 8/31 during Student Choice in Foundation Hall to ensure you all have the information you need to be ready for Club Fair on 9/7!

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Please be mindful of noise levels directly outside the Testing Center, and do not enter or use the Testing Center without a proctor present.

---

Student Ambassador Network

The Student Ambassador Network (“SAN”) is a group of Upper School students who represent Cannon School and demonstrate Cannon’s core values in their academic, athletic and artistic pursuits, both on campus and in their communities.  All Cannon Upper School students are invited to be active Cannon student ambassadors.  To get involved all you have to do is complete the Student Ambassador Profile (an 8-10 minute Survey) so we are better informed about you and your interests!  Please complete the profile by Friday, August 31.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Weinstock,kweinstock@cannonschool.org in the Admission Office.

Want to talk to a student who has been an Ambassador, feel free to connect with one of our 2018-2019 Interns: Abigail Hedgecock, Achsah Koshy, Caroline Carr, Emily Cleveland, Ava Cooksey, Gabby Holloway, Maddie Johnson, Anna Ruth Morrison, Alex Erdin, Anna Galloway, Jack McDermott, Gabby Polsky, Ella Ruddy 

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Seniors: Park (NC State) , Bryan (Davidson College), Levine (UNCC)  and Morehead-Cain Scholarships (UNC) forms are due August 27^th if you are interested in being considered for the Cannon School nomination. Your materials must be submitted by 3 p.m. on 8/27/18 to Dr. Wilner (bwilner@cannonschool.org). (No late submissions will be accepted) Additional information is available on the College Counseling Power School page or through your college counselor.

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College Admission Events in the Charlotte Area:

8/27: University of Notre Dame, the University of Virginia, Washington University in St. Louis, Johns Hopkins, and Emory University will host an evening program. Register to attend. 7-9 p.m. Charlotte Country Day School, 1440 Carmel Rd.

9/16: Carnegie Mellon University will host an afternoon program.  Register to attend. 2 – 3 p.m. Charlotte Marriott SouthPark, 2200 Rexford Rd.

9/26: Tulane University will host an evening program.  Register to attend. 7 – 8:30 p.m. Providence Day School, 5800 Sardis Rd.

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Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores are invited to sign-up on Family Connection to visit with College Admission Representatives coming to Cannon School.  Students must get permission from their classroom teachers prior to attending an admissions event. Log into your Family Connection account to learn more about the colleges, find out visit times and register to attend. Visits will be held in The Cube or College Counseling Offices.

August 28:

Sewanee: The University of the South

September 4:
Guilford College
Campbell University
Lynn University
University of South Carolina
University of Georgia
September 5
Hillsdale College
Meredith College
Presbyterian College
September 6
Vanderbilt University
St. Lawrence University
September 7
Washington University in St. Louis
September 11
Bryant University
University of Notre Dame
Gardner-Webb University
Haverford College
September 17
East Carolina University
Furman University
Ursinus College
Christopher Newport University
September 21
Davidson College
University of St. Andrews
Elon University
Roanoke College
September 24
St Michael’s College
September 25
Wake Forest University
September 26
Gettysburg College
Tulane University
Mercer University
October 1
High Point University
Georgia Tech
October 2
Fordham University
October 3
University of Rochester
Dennison University
Colgate University
UC Berkeley
Butler University
October 4
Hampden-Sydney College
College of Charleston
University of Mary Washington
October 9
Allegheny College
Clemson University
Carleton College
Auburn University
Johnson & Wales University
October 11
University of Chicago
October 12
American University
October 15
University of Miami
Trinity University
The American University in Paris
Villanova University
October 16
Wofford College
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
October 17
Dickinson College
Appalachian State University
Illinois Wesleyan University
Nova Southeastern University
October 22
Fairfield University
Queens University of Charlotte
October 23
Baylor University
Lafayette College
October 24
Rhodes College
October 30
Hofstra University
St. Mary’s College
October 31
Berklee College of Music
November 2
Ringling College of Art & Design

House Standings
40	50	20	40

Sadie Miller

Sam Hilbish showed KINDNESS when he personally returned a lost item to a teacher. Thank you Sam!

Muskan Uppal showed TEAMWORK when she sent individual reminders to teachers about the first Advisory Buddy Breakfast. It was very helpful!

Olivia Wells demonstrated INTEGRITY when she contacted a teacher on a day she was absent to find out what she missed. Way to go, Olivia!

Emma Little demonstrated KINDNESS when she allowed a group member in class to use her laptop for an assignment.

Emmaleigh Northrup demonstrated PASSION for volunteering to take pictures for Yearbook at different events this week.  WTG, Emmaleigh!

Harry Alexander, Ellen Weinstock, Nathan Campbell, Amaya King, Mahesh Vankineni, Harshini Gadudasu, and Olivia Olson, Owen Koehler showed INTEGRITY when they cleaned up a major popcorn mess that their classmates left on the front steps.

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Students interested in helping with the School Wide Counseling TAKE CARE Campaign, please email Mrs. Hoffman ahoffman@cannonschool.org with a “Yes to TAKE CARE!” and you will be invited to a planning meeting (there will be snacks!).

If you have a passion around physical and/or emotional/mental wellness and have strengths in any of the following:

• Ideation/Creative Thinking
• Graphic Design/Visual Arts
• Creative Writing/Slogans, etc.
• Social Media marketing
• Public Speaking (to lower & middle schoolers)

This is a fun, low-stress way to get involved in helping others.

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The Cannon Upper School Paper (CUSP) will have a general interest meeting on TODAY, August 24^th during Student Choice in room 703. Come out and learn about contributing to your student-run newspaper!

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Seniors: The College Counseling Team will offer Drop – In Hours for Seniors in The Cube on the following dates: 9/18, 10/3, and 11/7.

(Please make note of this change in your planner)  There will also be a College Application Workshop on 10/10 from 9 – 11:15 a.m. in the CPAC

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Any student interested in have a PRIMO parking space for the year, and supporting the Class of 2019’s gift…email Dean Booker with a bid.  Deadline is September 7th at 3:15.

---

Do you have an interest or a passion that you want to share with the rest of our student body? Have you considered starting or leading a club? If so, fill out this Google Form to propose your idea for a club in the Upper School.  Club leadership is open to ANY Upper School student.  Deadline for club proposals is 8/31 by 3pm. Club proposal form: https://goo.gl/forms/F7ivheB9jJi5kDAF2

We will have a Club Leader meeting on 8/31 during Student Choice in Foundation Hall to ensure you all have the information you need to be ready for Club Fair on 9/7!

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Please be mindful of noise levels directly outside the Testing Center, and do not enter or use the Testing Center without a proctor present.

---

Student Ambassador Network

The Student Ambassador Network (“SAN”) is a group of Upper School students who represent Cannon School and demonstrate Cannon’s core values in their academic, athletic and artistic pursuits, both on campus and in their communities.  All Cannon Upper School students are invited to be active Cannon student ambassadors.  To get involved all you have to do is complete the Student Ambassador Profile (an 8-10 minute Survey) so we are better informed about you and your interests!  Please complete the profile by Friday, August 31.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Weinstock,kweinstock@cannonschool.org in the Admission Office.

Want to talk to a student who has been an Ambassador, feel free to connect with one of our 2018-2019 Interns: Abigail Hedgecock, Achsah Koshy, Caroline Carr, Emily Cleveland, Ava Cooksey, Gabby Holloway, Maddie Johnson, Anna Ruth Morrison, Alex Erdin, Anna Galloway, Jack McDermott, Gabby Polsky, Ella Ruddy 

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Seniors: Park (NC State) , Bryan (Davidson College), Levine (UNCC)  and Morehead-Cain Scholarships (UNC) forms are due August 27^th if you are interested in being considered for the Cannon School nomination. Your materials must be submitted by 3 p.m. on 8/27/18 to Dr. Wilner (bwilner@cannonschool.org). (No late submissions will be accepted) Additional information is available on the College Counseling Power School page or through your college counselor.

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College Admission Events in the Charlotte Area:

8/27: University of Notre Dame, the University of Virginia, Washington University in St. Louis, Johns Hopkins, and Emory University will host an evening program. Register to attend. 7-9 p.m. Charlotte Country Day School, 1440 Carmel Rd.

9/16: Carnegie Mellon University will host an afternoon program.  Register to attend. 2 – 3 p.m. Charlotte Marriott SouthPark, 2200 Rexford Rd.

9/26: Tulane University will host an evening program.  Register to attend. 7 – 8:30 p.m. Providence Day School, 5800 Sardis Rd.

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Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores are invited to sign-up on Family Connection to visit with College Admission Representatives coming to Cannon School.  Students must get permission from their classroom teachers prior to attending an admissions event. Log into your Family Connection account to learn more about the colleges, find out visit times and register to attend. Visits will be held in The Cube or College Counseling Offices.

August 28:

Sewanee: The University of the South

September 4:
Guilford College
Campbell University
Lynn University
University of South Carolina
University of Georgia
September 5
Hillsdale College
Meredith College
Presbyterian College
September 6
Vanderbilt University
St. Lawrence University
September 7
Washington University in St. Louis
September 11
Bryant University
University of Notre Dame
Gardner-Webb University
Haverford College
September 17
East Carolina University
Furman University
Ursinus College
Christopher Newport University
September 21
Davidson College
University of St. Andrews
Elon University
Roanoke College
September 24
St Michael’s College
September 25
Wake Forest University
September 26
Gettysburg College
Tulane University
Mercer University
October 1
High Point University
Georgia Tech
October 2
Fordham University
October 3
University of Rochester
Dennison University
Colgate University
UC Berkeley
Butler University
October 4
Hampden-Sydney College
College of Charleston
University of Mary Washington
October 9
Allegheny College
Clemson University
Carleton College
Auburn University
Johnson & Wales University
October 11
University of Chicago
October 12
American University
October 15
University of Miami
Trinity University
The American University in Paris
Villanova University
October 16
Wofford College
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
October 17
Dickinson College
Appalachian State University
Illinois Wesleyan University
Nova Southeastern University
October 22
Fairfield University
Queens University of Charlotte
October 23
Baylor University
Lafayette College
October 24
Rhodes College
October 30
Hofstra University
St. Mary’s College
October 31
Berklee College of Music
November 2
Ringling College of Art & Design

House Standings
40	50	20	40

Emily Busby
Mirabella Calabrase

Lia Carnes demonstrated PASSION for Yearbook class by taking initiative and selling our very FIRST yearbook ad for the 2019 book!!! WTG, Lia!

Anna Dumond and Greta Gruber led their respective French classes when their teacher was absent.

Sam Hilbish demonstrated KINDNESS by helping a fellow student understand an assignment.

Caroline Livingston showed INTEGRITY when she replaced herself for a major role Leadership Lunch like an awesome boss!!

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Student Council is proud to be hosting an event of the week each week!
The purpose is to get exposure for our super awesome and talented artists and athletes.
The goal is to have a big turnout at an event for each of our athletes and artists.
THIS WEEK: SOCCER ⚽️ 🥅!!!
When: Thursday (JV 5:15) (Varsity 7pm)
We would love to see you there!

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The Cannon Upper School Paper (CUSP) will have a general interest meeting on Friday, August 24^th during Student Choice in room 703. Come out and learn about contributing to your student-run newspaper!

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Seniors: The College Counseling Team will offer Drop – In Hours for Seniors in The Cube on the following dates: 9/18, 10/3, and 11/7.

(Please make note of this change in your planner)  There will also be a College Application Workshop on 10/10 from 9 – 11:15 a.m. in the CPAC

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Any student interested in have a PRIMO parking space for the year, and supporting the Class of 2019’s gift…email Dean Booker with a bid.  Deadline is September 7th at 3:15.

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Do you have an interest or a passion that you want to share with the rest of our student body? Have you considered starting or leading a club? If so, fill out this Google Form to propose your idea for a club in the Upper School.  Club leadership is open to ANY Upper School student.  Deadline for club proposals is 8/31 by 3pm. Club proposal form: https://goo.gl/forms/F7ivheB9jJi5kDAF2

We will have a Club Leader meeting on 8/31 during Student Choice in Foundation Hall to ensure you all have the information you need to be ready for Club Fair on 9/7!

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Spectrum will be meeting on Day 4 during student choice in Ms. Harley’s room. All are welcome!

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US Students: The Testing Center will open TODAY, AUGUST 22 in Room 604. This 100% quiet space is used for completing a missed assessment or any assessment requiring the testing accommodation of separate setting.  This space may also be used for personal general study time. The Testing Center is proctored every block, every day.

Please know that IF YOU ARE COMPLETING A MISSED ASSESSMENT, you must arrive in the first 5 minutes of a block time. If you do so later than that, you will not be allowed to enter. This minimizes the number of interruptions for those in the Testing Center due to the opening and closing of the door.

Please be mindful of noise levels directly outside the Testing Center, and do not enter or use the Testing Center without a proctor present.

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Student Ambassador Network

The Student Ambassador Network (“SAN”) is a group of Upper School students who represent Cannon School and demonstrate Cannon’s core values in their academic, athletic and artistic pursuits, both on campus and in their communities.  All Cannon Upper School students are invited to be active Cannon student ambassadors.  To get involved all you have to do is complete the Student Ambassador Profile (an 8-10 minute Survey) so we are better informed about you and your interests!  Please complete the profile by Friday, August 31.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Weinstock,kweinstock@cannonschool.org in the Admission Office.

Want to talk to a student who has been an Ambassador, feel free to connect with one of our 2018-2019 Interns: Abigail Hedgecock, Achsah Koshy, Caroline Carr, Emily Cleveland, Ava Cooksey, Gabby Holloway, Maddie Johnson, Anna Ruth Morrison, Alex Erdin, Anna Galloway, Jack McDermott, Gabby Polsky, Ella Ruddy 

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There will be an meeting of all students interested in playing women’s basketball on TODAY, August 23^rd at 11:15 am in the Private Dining Room.  Please meet Coach Drakeford at this time if you have an interest in playing this year.

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Seniors: Park (NC State) , Bryan (Davidson College), Levine (UNCC)  and Morehead-Cain Scholarships (UNC) forms are due August 27^th if you are interested in being considered for the Cannon School nomination. Your materials must be submitted by 3 p.m. on 8/27/18 to Dr. Wilner (bwilner@cannonschool.org). (No late submissions will be accepted) Additional information is available on the College Counseling Power School page or through your college counselor.

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College Admission Events in the Charlotte Area:

8/27: University of Notre Dame, the University of Virginia, Washington University in St. Louis, Johns Hopkins, and Emory University will host an evening program. Register to attend. 7-9 p.m. Charlotte Country Day School, 1440 Carmel Rd.

9/16: Carnegie Mellon University will host an afternoon program.  Register to attend. 2 – 3 p.m. Charlotte Marriott SouthPark, 2200 Rexford Rd.

9/26: Tulane University will host an evening program.  Register to attend. 7 – 8:30 p.m. Providence Day School, 5800 Sardis Rd.

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Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores are invited to sign-up on Family Connection to visit with College Admission Representatives coming to Cannon School.  Students must get permission from their classroom teachers prior to attending an admissions event. Log into your Family Connection account to learn more about the colleges, find out visit times and register to attend. Visits will be held in The Cube or College Counseling Offices.

August 28:

Sewanee: The University of the South

September 4:
Guilford College
Campbell University
Lynn University
University of South Carolina
University of Georgia
September 5
Hillsdale College
Meredith College
Presbyterian College
September 6
Vanderbilt University
St. Lawrence University
September 7
Washington University in St. Louis
September 11
Bryant University
University of Notre Dame
Gardner-Webb University
Haverford College
September 17
East Carolina University
Furman University
Ursinus College
Christopher Newport University
September 21
Davidson College
University of St. Andrews
Elon University
Roanoke College
September 24
St Michael’s College
September 25
Wake Forest University
September 26
Gettysburg College
Tulane University
Mercer University
October 1
High Point University
Georgia Tech
October 2
Fordham University
October 3
University of Rochester
Dennison University
Colgate University
UC Berkeley
Butler University
October 4
Hampden-Sydney College
College of Charleston
University of Mary Washington
October 9
Allegheny College
Clemson University
Carleton College
Auburn University
Johnson & Wales University
October 11
University of Chicago
October 12
American University
October 15
University of Miami
Trinity University
The American University in Paris
Villanova University
October 16
Wofford College
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
October 17
Dickinson College
Appalachian State University
Illinois Wesleyan University
Nova Southeastern University
October 22
Fairfield University
Queens University of Charlotte
October 23
Baylor University
Lafayette College
October 24
Rhodes College
October 30
Hofstra University
St. Mary’s College
October 31
Berklee College of Music
November 2
Ringling College of Art & Design