ADVISORY AGENDA December 16

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                                             “May your walls know joy, may every room hold laughter, and every window open to great possibility.”      – Mary Anne Radmacher                                                      

                                                                                                    Day 4 schedule No Drops

                                                                                             Student Life: 12:05-1:00 Students will complete a survey in advisory. ( link to survey will be emailed)

 

          Birthdays:  Annie Earnshaw

House Standings

Animus Shield Humanitas Shield 2 Impetus Shield Integritas Shield

 239

 187

365

153

                                                                                                                     

                                                                       Core Values

The importance of friendship this holiday season.

The importance of friendship this holiday season.

 

Paige Burton, Olivia Somerville, and Tanner Cindric showed KINDNESS when they helped return lunch trays to the cafeteria. Thanks for your help!

Mark Regnery demonstrated both TEAMWORK and KINDNESS in Miss Kundel’s English class when he helped a student restore his unsaved word document for a paper that was due that day. Thank goodness Mark was there to help!

 

Wishing you all the best this holiday season.

Wishing you all the best this holiday season.

 

  Public Proclamations:

Good Luck to everyone on day one of Midterm Exams. You are amazing and will shine today!

Last minute prep work for midterm assessment.

Last minute prep work for midterm assessment.

Reminders: Please be quiet in the hallways during exams and no cougar runs today. images

Advisors: Please have advisees clean your classrooms and surrounding areas this week so the school building is sparkling for winterm when we return from break.

 

 Today: Daelyn Bentley-Gottel is hosting a vegetarian buffet during lunch in Ms. Kundel’s room on the second floor.

Using time wisely in the Commons.

Using time wisely in the Commons.

There will be vegetarian food, some gluten free deserts, and even some dairy free dishes. It’s $5 for a plate of amazing food, and Daelyn would really appreciate the support for his Capstone project.

 

 In order to provide the best learning environment for academic success, the US library is now a “game free” zone. Students who choose to work

Rest is important for midterm assessment too.

Rest is important for midterm assessment too.

in the US library agree to study quietly as each of us prepares for mid-term exams.  If you want to relax and play video games, update your fantasy football stats, watch YouTube videos, etc. please use the student commons. The game free zone is in effect during the library operating hours (7:30 am to 5:30 pm)  including lunch, break, and student choice. 

 

 

 

Cougar growl for Jessica's passion.

Cougar growl for Jessica’s passion.

                                                                 

              

 

    After School Events:

Never underestimate the power of a nap.

Never underestimate the power of a nap.

none- prepare to do your best on midterm assessments!imagesR2CDT5ZC

9 days til Christmas!

4 school days until Holiday break!

Colleen works diligently.

Colleen works diligently.

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ADVISORY AGENDA December 13

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                                            ” “Our hearts grow tender with childhood memories and love of kindred, and we are better throughout the year for having, in spirit, become a child again at Christmas-time.” – Laura Ingalls Wilder                                                             

                                                                                                    Day 3 schedule Social Studies Drops

 

          Birthdays:  12/14 Tanner Cindric, Margaret Lindsay  12/15 Griffin wickwire

House Standings

Animus Shield Humanitas Shield 2 Impetus Shield Integritas Shield

 239

 187

365

153

                                                                                                                     

                                                                       Core Values

 

Freshmen enjoyed the festivities of Project Wrap in.

Freshmen enjoyed the festivities of Project Wrap in.

                        

The entire Clarke/Owens Advisory showed PASSION and TEAMWORK for organizing our CVAN service project.

John Knox demonstrated TEAMWORK when he helped Miss Owens grade some make-up Word Within a Word quizzes.  Thank you John!

 

 

Beautiful voice shared during the talent show Wednesday.

Beautiful voice shared during the talent show Wednesday.

 

  Public Proclamations:

Leadership Lunch today in Foundation Hall at 11:15. All are welcome. 

Today is a dress down day for those advisories that participated in CVAN by bringing 2 items per student to Ms. Owen’s room. Enjoy the day.
Want to dress down for exams?   Today is the last day to earn the privilege of dressing down all next week. Simply contribute only $4 by the end of the day today.  Proceeds go to Student Council.  Please bring your money to Dean Ramsey or Ms. Harley.

Some of the new decor in Mr. Taylor's room.

Some of the new decor in Mr. Taylor’s room.

 

freshmen girls deliver items to CVAN. Way to serve the community.

freshmen girls deliver items to CVAN. Way to serve the community.

Yoga in Mr. Coggin’s room during F AND D periods today. Come join the practice! If you think you might want to, you want to.

 

Holiday Candy Grams will be sold by Student Council Members during lunch this week. Send your friend a bag of candy for the Holidays.

Student gets feedback from her advisor on her Memoir.

Student gets feedback from her advisor on her Memoir.

Ms. Hine received a Keurig from her advisees for  Christmas . Check out her smile!

Ms. Hine received a Keurig from her advisees for Christmas . Check out her smile!

Show someone you care! Price per bag of candy is $2

 

 

On Monday, December 16th, Daelyn Bentley-Gottel is hosting a vegetarian buffet during lunch in Ms. Kundel’s room on the second floor.

There will be vegetarian food, some gluten free deserts, and even some dairy free dishes. It’s $5 for a plate of amazing food, and Daelyn would really appreciate the support for his Capstone project.

 

Mr. Taylor's classroom was "decorated" by the sister advisoree. What a sight!

Mr. Taylor’s classroom was “decorated” by the sister advisoree. What a sight!

 In order to provide the best learning environment for academic success, the US library is now a “game free” zone. Students who choose to work

Aspen shared her talent during the talent show.

Aspen shared her talent during the talent show.

in the US library agree to study quietly as each of us prepares for mid-term exams.  If you want to relax and play video games, update your fantasy football stats, watch YouTube videos, etc. please use the student commons. The game free zone is in effect during the library operating hours (7:30 am to 5:30 pm)  including lunch, break, and student

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Cannon teachers get their cross fit on.

Cannon teachers get their cross fit on.

ce. 

 

 

 

                                                                 

              

 

    After School Events:

Sophomore girls enjoy watching Mr. Taylor's boys in their decorated classroom.

Sophomore girls enjoy watching Mr. Taylor’s boys in their decorated classroom.

Basketball – Boys JV

Jessica is a fabulous Talent show host.

Jessica is a fabulous Talent show host.


4:30 PM
Home
Location: Cannon School
Basketball 

Basketball – Girls Varsity
6:00 PM
Home
Location: Cannon School
Basketball – Girls Varsity vs Metrolina Christian

Ms. Jackson sings an original.

Ms. Jackson sings an original.

Cannon Jazz band.

Amazing music at the talent show.

 
Basketball – Boys Varsity
7:30 PM
Home
Location: Cannon School
Basketball – Boys Varsity vs Metrolina Christian

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What a great day of wrapping on Wednesday.

What a great day of wrapping on Wednesday.

Saturday:

Coach Roth Co-ed Basketball Clinic
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Boswell Gym
[More Details]

  Coach Barlow Winter Soccer Clinic
12:00 PM to 1:30 PM

12 days til Christmas!

5 school days until Holiday break!

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ADVISORY AGENDA December 12

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   Every piece of the universe, even the tiniest little snow crystal, matters somehow. I have a place in the pattern, and so do you!”     – T.A. Barron

                                                                                                                                 Day 2 schedule Math Drops

 

          Birthdays:  none

House Standings

Animus Shield Humanitas Shield 2 Impetus Shield Integritas Shield

 181

 187

261

140

                                                                                                                                                                                             Core Values  

The holiday spirit through  and through!

The holiday spirit through and through!

 Shout out to everyone who made Project wrap in a success. It was a wonderful day!

Joe Joe the wrapper rapper?

Joe Joe the wrapper rapper?

Jessica Abel showed PASSION by volunteering  to orchestrate the entire talent show.  Her leadership and ability to work autonomously were

Stockings are hung by the white board with care.

Stockings are hung by the white board with care.

amazing.  Thank you!!!!!                               Public Proclamations:   Congratulations and thank you to all those who shared their talents with us yesterday during the                                                                                        talent show.   dec139

Faculty enjoy Project wrap in !

Faculty enjoy Project wrap in !

There is no yoga today during F period for math drop. However we will be practicing yoga in Mr. Coggins room during F AND D periods on Friday. Come join the practice! If you think you might want to, you want to.

Gentlemen bring down the house!

Gentlemen bring down the house!

Do  you see virtuous men and women of honor?  Nominate them for the Winter Sword Award.  See Ms. Lineberger or Dean Booker for forms, or email your

Gorgeous Christmas sweaters.

Gorgeous Christmas sweaters.

favorite story of an honorable student to either of them. Nominations must be received by December 12th.”   Spread the word, please!!!!

Enchanting strings quartet. Such talent!

Enchanting strings quartet. Such talent!

   

A wonderful performance by the Cannon dancers.

A wonderful performance by the Cannon dancers.

Holiday Candy Grams will be sold by Student Council Members during lunch this week. Send your friend a bag of candy for the Holidays.

Freshmen share the joy of the holiday season.

Freshmen share the joy of the holiday season.

                                                                             Show someone you care! Price per bag of candy is $2  

Dynamic duo.

Dynamic duo.

Advisories who earned a dress-down day for participation in the Clarke/Owens CVAN project may dress down on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13.  These are for advisories who donated 2 items per student to CVAN and brought those items to Miss Owens’s room.  Advisors may ALSO dress down. Thank you so much for your amazing support of women and children in the Concord community!  

Upper school students and lower school students unite to provide a fabulous Christmas for everyone.

Upper school students and lower school students unite to provide a fabulous Christmas for everyone.

On Monday, December 16th, Daelyn Bentley-Gottel is hosting a vegetarian buffet during lunch in Ms. Kundel’s room on the second floor.

Festive wear.

Festive wear.

There will be vegetarian food, some gluten free deserts, and even some dairy free dishes. It’s $5 for a plate of amazing food, and Daelyn would really appreciate the support for his Capstone project.

wrapping away.

wrapping away.

   In order to provide the best learning environment for academic success, the US library is now a “game free” zone. Students who choose to work in the US library agree to study quietly as each of us prepares for mid-term exams.  If you want to relax and play video games, update your fantasy football stats, watch YouTube videos, etc. please use the student commons. The game free zone is in effect during the library operating hours (7:30 am to 5:30 pm)  including lunch, break, and student

Friends love project wrap-in.

Friends enjoy project wrap-in.

choice.      Want to dress down for exams?  Earn the privilege by contributing only $4 before December 13th.  Proceeds go to Student Council.  Please

Feel the love.

Feel the love.

bring your money to Dean Ramsey or Ms. Harley.                                                                                   

Juniors ready to wrap.

Juniors ready to wrap.

      After School Events:

Reindeer on Campus?

Reindeer on Campus?

Strings Concert 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Holiday Joy!

Holiday Joy!

Teachers have spirit!

Teachers have spirit!

Location: Taylor Hall

13 days til Christmas!

Smile for the camera.

Smile for the camera.

6 school days until Holiday break!

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ADVISORY AGENDA December 11

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   ”  Maybe Christmas, the Grinch thought, doesn’t come from a store.” -Dr. Seuss

                                                                                                                                 Project Wrap in

8:05-8:15  advisory

8:20-10:15 Project wrap in

                               10:20-11:15 Talent show Taylor Hall

          Birthdays:  Jena Metwalli

House Standings

Animus Shield Humanitas Shield 2 Impetus Shield Integritas Shield

 181

 187

261

140

                                                                                                                     

                                                                       Core Values

Students enjoy group work in the hallways of Cannon.

Students enjoy group work in the hallways of Cannon.

 

 Shout out to all the sophomores who wrote fabulous thank you notes yesterday.

 

Faculty participate in operation inner child. Ask them about it!

Faculty participate in operation inner child. Ask them about it!

                           

  Public Proclamations:

In the spirit of Project Wrap in , students may dress down in holiday attire. Enjoy the day.

Do  you see virtuous men and women of honor?  Nominate them for the Winter Sword Award.  See Ms. Lineberger or Dean Booker for forms, or email your

Singing in Davidson.

Singing in Davidson.

favorite story of an honorable student to either of them. Nominations must be received by December 12th.”   Spread the word, please!!!!

 

 

Holiday Candy Grams will be sold by Student Council Members during lunch this week. Send your friend a bag of candy for the Holidays. Show someone you care!

 

Advisories who earned a dress-down day for participation in the Clarke/Owens CVAN project may dress down on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13.  These are for advisories who donated 2 items per student to CVAN and brought those items to Miss Owens’s room.  Advisors may ALSO dress down. Thank you so much for your amazing support of women and children in the Concord community!

Dancing in Davidson.

Dancing in Davidson.

 

Freshmen analyze their learning styles.

Freshmen analyze their learning styles.

On Monday, December 16th, Daelyn Bentley-Gottel is hosting a vegetarian buffet during lunch in Ms. Kundel’s room on the second floor. There will be vegetarian food, some gluten free deserts, and even some dairy free dishes. It’s $5 for a plate of amazing food, and Daelyn would really appreciate the support for his Capstone project.

 

 In order to provide the best learning environment for academic success, the US library is now a “game free” zone. Students who choose to work in the US library agree to study quietly as each of us prepares for mid-term exams.  If you want to relax and play video games, update your fantasy football stats, watch YouTube videos, etc. please use the student commons. The game free zone is in effect during the library operating hours (7:30 am to 5:30 pm)  including lunch, break, and student

Christmas in Davidson.

Christmas in Davidson.

choice. 

 

 

Want to dress down for exams?  Earn the privilege by contributing only $4 before December 13th.  Proceeds go to Student Council.  Please bring your money to Dean Ramsey or Ms. Harley.

Hoffman and Herder help freshmen to understand who they are .

Hoffman and Herder help freshmen to understand who they are .

 

                                                                 

              

 

    After School Events:

none- it is Family Day!

dec11quote14 days til Christmas!
7 school days until Holiday break!
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ADVISORY AGENDA December 10

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   ”  Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.”- Albus Dumbledore

Day  5 No Drop

Student Life : 10:20-11:15

Freshmen:  Kiersey -Bates follow up training in Foundation Hall with Ms. Hoffman

                                                        Sophomores: AA How to write thank you notes in advisory                            

                         Juniors: College Counseling give back day. Free time to use wisely.

                            Seniors: Learn techniques on how to manage stress in Taylor Hall with Dr. Donah.

          Birthdays:  none

House Standings

Animus Shield Humanitas Shield 2 Impetus Shield Integritas Shield

 181

 187

261

140

                                                                                                                     

                                                                       Core Values

Tiffany Knox continuously shows KINDNESS when she goes out of her way to share ideas and goodies with Dean Ramsey. What a blessing!

Michael Dacus, Alex Leck, and Max Krumdieck demonstrated TEAMWORK by bringing the swing to the Cannon Float in the Davidson Christmas Parade.

Colleen Hurley showed COURAGE by lending her beautiful voice to the Big Band’s performance at Christams In Davidson Saturday night.

 

Shout out to the following Coach and athletes:

Girls Varsity Golf team makes us proud.

Girls Varsity Golf team makes us proud.

Golf Coach Pat Whisenant has been named Charlotte Observer Golf Coach of the Year and also Regional Coach of the Year!!!  Congratulations Coach!!  We are all very proud of you!

Kate Collom is the Observer Player of the Year and Regional Player of the Year in girls golf

Kate Collom, Annie Collom, and Anna Redding  all First Team All-Observer  in girls golf

Students enjoy reading during long block.

Students enjoy reading during long block.

McKinley Riley,  Second Team All-Observer in tennis

Well done!  We are all proud of our coaches and student athletes for these accomplishments and recognition

                           

  Public Proclamations:

santaAdvisees: please check to be sure all students are in dress code today. Thank you.  

Faculty: just a reminder that Haiku has all of the advisory activities for today  and the remainder of the school year published.

Do  you see virtuous men and women of honor?  Nominate them for the Winter Sword Award.  See Ms. Lineberger or Dean Booker for forms, or email your favorite story of an honorable student to either of them. Nominations must be received by December 12th.”   Spread the word, please!!!!

 

 

Holiday Candy Grams will be sold by Student Council Members during lunch this week. Send your friend a bag of candy for the Holidays. Show someone you care!

AP stats experiments in full swing.

AP stats experiments in full swing.

Aaron works diligent at lunch break.

Aaron works diligent at lunch break.

 

Advisories who earned a dress-down day for participation in the Clarke/Owens CVAN project may dress down on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13.  These are for advisories who donated 2 items per student to CVAN and brought those items to Miss Owens’s room.  Advisors may ALSO dress down. Thank you so much for your amazing support of women and children in the Concord community!

 

Which cookie is better? Why? Some serious stats being collected.

Which cookie is better? Why? Some serious stats being collected.

Will spoke to the deans from Carry Academy about the student life program.

Will spoke to the deans from Carry Academy about the student life program.

On Monday, December 16th, Daelyn Bentley-Gottel is hosting a vegetarian buffet during lunch in Ms. Kundel’s room on the second floor. There will be vegetarian food, some gluten free deserts, and even some dairy free dishes. It’s $5 for a plate of amazing food, and Daelyn would really appreciate the support for his Capstone project.

 

 In order to provide the best learning environment for academic success, the US library is now a “game free” zone. Students who choose to work in the US library agree to study quietly as each of us prepares for mid-term exams.  If you want to relax and play video games, update your fantasy football stats, watch YouTube videos, etc. please use the student commons. The game free zone is in effect during the library operating hours (7:30 am to 5:30 pm)  including lunch, break, and student choice. 

 On Project Wrap-In day, this wednesday, Relay for Life is having its Third Annual Pancake Day!

panacakesBring $5.00 on December 11th to the cafeteria and get All you can eat pancakes WITH Toppings!  Thanks!  Relay for Life

 

Want to dress down for exams?  Earn the privilege by contributing only $4 before December 13th.  Proceeds go to Student Council.  Please bring your money to Dean Ramsey or Ms. Harley.

 

                                                                 

The rain brought lots of Cannon inside for lunch yesterday.

The rain brought lots of Cannon inside for lunch yesterday.

Project Wrap-in is  Wednesday, December 11th. All upper school students are required to bring in a holiday gift for a young boy or girl by the

11th. These gifts will be donated to local charities. Any additional wrapping paper, tape, or scissors will be greatly appreciated!presents

                                                      

 

    After School Events:

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Basketball – Boys JV
4:30 PM
Away
Location: Greensboro Day School
Basketball – Boys JV vs Greensboro Day
Working during free time.

Working during free time.

Parent/Student Meeting – Trip to Guatemala
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Foundation Hall
[More Details]
Seniors enjoy their hall space overlooking the football field.

Seniors enjoy their hall space overlooking the football field.

Juniors enjoyed the Commons during student choice.

Juniors enjoyed the Commons during student choice.

[
Basketball – Boys Varsity
7:30 PM
Away
Location: Greensboro Day School
Basketball – Boys Varsity vs Greensboro Day School
15 days til Christmas!
8 school days until Holiday break!
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ADVISORY AGENDA December 9

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   ”  Breathe through it , and release anything that does not serve you.”- unknown

Day 4 No Drop

Student Life : 12:05-1:00

Freshmen: AA Cyber-bullying in advisory

                                                        Sophomores: AA Branding in advisory                            

                         Juniors: College Counseling Admission activity in Taylor Hall

                            Seniors: Being aware of college  social scene activity in Library Annex. ( Mrs. Hoffman and Mr. Dunn)

          Birthdays:  none

House Standings

Animus Shield Humanitas Shield 2 Impetus Shield Integritas Shield

 181

 187

261

140

                                                                                                                     

                                                                       Core Values

                           

Students enjoyed the Diversity Conference in Washington last week.

Students enjoyed the Diversity Conference in Washington Thursday and Friday.

 Shout out to all those who participated in Christmas in Davidson. Way to spread Holiday cheer!

Derek , Harrison , Sydney, Jordan , Maya  and Joelle showed PASSION for learning by attending the two day Diversity Conference . Be sure to share a Cougar high five with them! Thanks to Dean Booker and Mrs. Otey for walking with these students.

Kristin Jones showed INTEGRITY when she turned  in a set of head phones she found. Thank you.

The bustle of Cannon's halls in the morning.

The bustle of Cannon’s halls in the morning.

 Dante Lowe, Felix Labus and Joe Szilagyi showed KINDNESS when they helped a peer who was not feeling well on Friday. Your sweetness is appreciated .

  Public Proclamations:

santaCary Academy Deans will be on campus today to learn about our Student Life Program. Please welcome them and help them to enjoy their stay. 

Faculty: just a reminder that Haiku has all of the advisory activities for Monday  and the remainder of the school year published.

Do  you see virtuous men and women of honor?  Nominate them for the Winter Sword Award.  See Ms. Lineberger or Dean Booker for forms, or email your favorite story of an honorable student to either of them. Nominations must be received by December 12th.”   Spread the word, please!!!!

 

 

Christmas parade this weekend in Davidson was a blast.

Christmas parade this weekend in Davidson was a blast.

Holiday Candy Grams will be sold by Student Council Members during lunch this week. Send your friend a bag of candy for the Holidays. Show someone you care! 

Kate and Tyler getting their silly on.

Kate and Tyler getting their silly on.

 

 In order to provide the best learning environment for academic success, the US library is now a “game free” zone. Students who choose to work in the US library agree to study quietly as each of us prepares for mid-term exams.  If you want to relax and play video games, update your fantasy football stats, watch YouTube videos, etc. please use the student commons. The game free zone is in effect during the library operating hours (7:30 am to 5:30 pm)  including lunch, break, and student choice. 

 On Project Wrap-In day, this wednesday, Relay for Life is having its Third Annual Pancake Day!

panacakesBring $5.00 on December 11th to the cafeteria and get All you can eat pancakes WITH Toppings!  Thanks!  Relay for Life

 

Want to dress down for exams?  Earn the privilege by contributing only $4 before December 13th.  Proceeds go to Student Council.  Please bring your money to Dean Ramsey or Ms. Harley.

Zelaya's advisory gathers for fellowship this past weekend.

Zelaya’s advisory gathers for fellowship this past weekend.

 

                                                                 

Students preparing for a days work.

Students preparing for a day’s work.

Project Wrap-in is  Wednesday, December 11th. All upper school students are required to bring in a holiday gift for a young boy or girl by the

11th. These gifts will be donated to local charities. Any additional wrapping paper, tape, or scissors will be greatly appreciated!presents

                                                      

 

    After School Events:

 Fall Football Program
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Smores at the advisory holiday party.

Smores at the advisory holiday party.

Location: Taylor Hall

Oh Christmas tree! What a great addition to advisory.

Oh Christmas tree! What a great addition to advisory.

16 days til Christmas!
9 school days until Holiday break!
Freshmen hall early in the morning.

Freshmen hall early in the morning.

English students analyze recent newspaper articles.

English students analyze recent newspaper articles.

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ADVISORY AGENDA December 6

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   ” Let us read, and let us dance: these two amusements will never do any harm to the world.”- Voltaire

Day 3 Science Drop

          Birthdays:  11/7 William Cato and Charlie Powell

House Standings

Animus Shield Humanitas Shield 2 Impetus Shield Integritas Shield

 181

 187

261

140

                                                                                                                     

                                                                       Core Values

                           

Celebrating Aspen's Kindness.

Celebrating Aspen’s Kindness.

 

Joe Joe Vaccaro and Max Krumdieck demonstrated TEAMWORK by sitting in on percussion during the Chorus concert Wednesday night.

Erin Norton showed KINDNESS when she secretly left baked goods in the mailbox of a Cannon staff member just to say thank you for your hard work.

Senior Kamil loves the camera!

Senior Kamil loves the camera!

 Kirsten Russell showed INTEGRITY when she turned in a set of found head phones.

 

 

  Public Proclamations:

santaLess than 2 weeks until Holiday Break!

Faculty: just a reminder that Haiku has all of the advisory activities for Monday published.

Leadership Lunch today in Foundation Hall. Come here Mr. Trojan speak about character. All are welcome.

In order to provide the best learning environment for academic success, the US library is now a “game free” zone. Students who choose to work in the US library agree to study quietly as each of us prepares for mid-term exams.  If you want to relax and play video games, update your fantasy football stats, watch YouTube videos, etc. please use the student commons. The game free zone is in effect during the library operating hours (7:30 am to 5:30 pm)  including lunch, break, and student choice. 

Do  you see virtuous men and women of honor?  Nominate them for the Winter Sword Award.  See Ms. Lineberger or Dean Booker for forms, or email your favorite story of an honorable student to either of them. Nominations must be received by December 12th.”   Spread the word, please!!!!

 

Junior smile makes for a great day.

Junior smile makes for a great day.

Changes for the Media Arts Lab:The media arts lab will be open to students on Days 1-4 under the supervision of Mr. Jean.  Students who need to use the lab on Day 5  will be by permission only.  You will need to communicate your need with Mr. Jean.  Students will not use the door from the lab off of the main hallway to enter or exit.   Entrance to the lab will be through the piano lab where you will check in with Mr. Davis. Thank you for your cooperation.

Holiday Candy Grams will be sold by Student Council Members during lunch this week. Send your friend a bag of candy for the Holidays. Show someone you care! 

Independent reader all the way.

Independent reader all the way.

 Today is the last collection day for  women from the battered shelter. Please do your part this holiday season and make a donation that can change a life!

Christmas-treeCVAN: Help meet the needs of battered women and their children in Cabarrus County by bringing in laundry detergent , liquid hand soap, Mr. Clean, Spic and Span, trash bags- 30 gallon black and kitchen size, twin and full size blankets, new pots and pan sets, drinking glasses, plate sets, gift cards for discount and grocery stores, and  compact fluorescent light bulbs ( 60 watt equivalent). Please drop off any of these items in Ms. Owens Advisory prior to December 6.

 

 

On Project Wrap-In day, Relay for Life is having its Third Annual Pancake Day!

panacakesBring $5.00 on December 11th to the cafeteria and get All you can eat pancakes WITH Toppings!  Thanks!  Relay for Life

Students!  Earn service hours, appear on TV, and wave to 10,000 people!  Join Cannon School in Davidson for their Christmas parades.

The Davidson Parade is Saturday, December 7. Contact blevanti@cannonschool.org for more info!

Want to dress down for exams?  Earn the privilege by contributing only $4 before December 13th.  Proceeds go to Student Council.  Please bring your money to Dean Ramsey or Ms. Harley.

 

Come to Christmas in Davidson tonight, tomorrow, or Saturday night and visit us at our Make a Wish booth! As a part of our capstones we are working with the Make a Wish Foundation to raise money to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions. 

We will be located right on the green having a bake sale!!  Vanessa, Alex, Maija, & Daniela 

 

                                                                 

Project Wrap-in is next Wednesday, December 11th. All upper school students are required to bring in a holiday gift for a young boy or girl by the

Students works on their final blog.

Students works on their final blog.

11th. These gifts will be donated to local charities. Any additional wrapping paper, tape, or scissors will be greatly appreciated!presents

                                                      

 

    After School Events:

  -International Programs
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Private Dining Room

Basketball players all gussied up for game. Having a good Thursday.

Basketball players all gussied up for game. Having a good Thursday.

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ADVISORY AGENDA December 5

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   ” I don’t know what I want to do when I get older, but I know what kind of person I want to be.”- Cannon student

Day 2 World Language Drop

          Birthdays:  John Dockery

House Standings

Animus Shield Humanitas Shield 2 Impetus Shield Integritas Shield

 181

 187

255

140

                                                                                                                     

                                                                       Core Values

Cougar growl for Katie.

Cougar growl for Katie                      

             Aspen showed KINDNESS when she shared her donuts with Dean Ramsey. Thanks Aspen.                

        Shout out to Mrs. Zelaya for returning several lunch trays to the cafeteria.            

Mr. Jean's Princess birthday celebration.

Mr. Jean’s Princess birthday celebration.

         Price Dawson stopped and turned around mid-spiral staircase and walked all the way to let two Juniors into the building when they were locked out. Way to show KINDNESS!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

 

 

  Public Proclamations:

Do you see virtuous men and women of honor?  Nominate them for the Winter Sword Award.  See Ms. Lineberger or Dean Booker for forms, or email your favorite story of an honorable student to either of them. Nominations must be received by December 12th.”   Spread the word, please!!!!

 

Changes for the Media Arts Lab:The media arts lab will be open to students on Days 1-4 under the supervision of Mr. Jean.  Students who need to use the lab on Day 5  will be by permission only.  You will need to communicate your need with Mr. Jean.  Students will not use the door from the lab off of the main hallway to enter or exit.   Entrance to the lab will be through the piano lab where you will check in with Mr. Davis. Thank you for your cooperation.

Christmas in Wittman's advisory

Gee I’m A tree! Cobb and MacDonald advisory.

Animus quote of the week.

Animus quote of the week.

Holiday Candy Grams will be sold by Student Council Members during lunch this week. Send your friend a bag of candy for the Holidays. Show someone you care! 

 Tomorrow is the last collection day for  women from the battered shelter. Please do your part this holiday season and make a donation that can change a life!

Christmas-treeCVAN: Help meet the needs of battered women and their children in Cabarrus County by bringing in laundry detergent , liquid hand soap, Mr. Clean, Spic and Span, trash bags- 30 gallon black and kitchen size, twin and full size blankets, new pots and pan sets, drinking glasses, plate sets, gift cards for discount and grocery stores, and  compact fluorescent light bulbs ( 60 watt equivalent). Please drop off any of these items in Ms. Owens Advisory prior to December 6.

 

 

On Project Wrap-In day, Relay for Life is having its Third Annual Pancake Day!

pancakeBring $5.00 on December 11th to the cafeteria and get All you can eat pancakes WITH Toppings!  Thanks!  Relay for Life

Students!  Earn service hours, appear on TV, and wave to 10,000 people!  Join Cannon School in Davidson for their Christmas parades.

The Davidson Parade is Saturday, December 7. Contact blevanti@cannonschool.org for more info!

Want to dress down for exams?  Earn the privilege by contributing only $4 before December 13th.  Proceeds go to Student Council.  Please bring your money to Dean Ramsey or Ms. Harley.

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Project Wrap-in is next Wednesday, December 11th. All upper school students are required to bring in a holiday gift for a young boy or girl by the

Davis / Jean Advisory Birthday party.

Davis / Jean Advisory Birthday party.

11th. These gifts will be donated to local charities. Any additional wrapping paper, tape, or scissors will be greatly appreciated!

Students leaving for two day diversity conference.

Students leaving for two day diversity conference.

                                                      

 

    After School Events:

 
Basketball – Boys JV
4:30 PM
Away
Location: Statesville Christian
Basketball – Boys JV vs Statesville Christian

Recycling program is up and running smoothly.

Recycling program is up and running smoothly.

 
Basketball – Girls Varsity
6:00 PM
Away
Location: Statesville Christian
Basketball – Girls Varsity vs Statesville Christian

 
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Basketball – Boys Varsity
7:30 PM
Away
Location: Statesville Christian
Basketball – Boys Varsity vs Statesville

Band Concert
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Taylor Hall
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ADVISORY AGENDA December 4

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   ” All children are artists. The problem is how to remain an artist once you grow up.”- Pablo Picasso

Day 1 Arts and English Drop

          Birthdays:  Dylan Housman and Andrew Nielson

House Standings

Animus Shield Humanitas Shield 2 Impetus Shield Integritas Shield

 181

 187

255

140

                                                                                                                     

                                                                       Core Values:

 

Jp Morgan speaks to parents about crime and the law.

J Tom Morgan speaks to parents and students about crime and the law.

 

   

Katie McClanahan continues to model PASSION and INTEGRITY to her Spanish I peers sharing her study guides with the class… SUCH AMAZING KINDNESS!  Thanks Katie!

  Public Proclamations:

There are lots of new announcements today. Please read all the way through and enjoy.

Sophomore advisories spent time talking about the power of words. Please enjoy two videos that were produced by two of our sophomore classes.

 

Do you see virtuous men and women of honor?  Nominate them for the Winter Sword Award.  See Ms. Lineberger or Dean Booker for forms, or email your favorite story of an honorable student to either of them. Nominations must be received by December 12th.”   Spread the word, please!!!!

Lost and Found: If you happen to see or know where a purple sparkly iphone charger is, please turn it into Ms. Pinto. It was left in the school building prior to Thanksgiving break .Thanks.

Theater student practice Shakespeare plays.

Theater students practice Shakespeare plays.

Changes for the Media Arts Lab:The media arts lab will be open to students on Days 1-4 under the supervision of Mr. Jean.  Students who need to use the lab on Day 5  will be by permission only.  You will need to communicate your need with Mr. Jean.  Students will not use the door from the lab off of the main hallway to enter or exit.   Entrance to the lab will be through the piano lab where you will check in with Mr. Davis. Thank you for your cooperation.

Holiday Candy Grams will be sold by Student Council Members during lunch this week. Send your friend a bag of candy for the Holidays. Show someone you care! 

Kenny from Mr. Dunn's advisor wins ball game again.

Kenny from Mr. Dunn’s advisor wins ball game again.

 

Last week to serve your community by helping women from the battered shelter. Please do your part this holiday season and make a Christmas-treedonation that can change a life!  CVAN: Help meet the needs of battered women and their children in Cabarrus County by bringing in laundry detergent , liquid hand soap, Mr. Clean, Spic and Span, trash bags- 30 gallon black and kitchen size, twin and full size blankets, new pots and pan sets, drinking glasses, plate sets, gift cards for discount and grocery stores, and  compact fluorescent light bulbs ( 60 watt equivalent). Please drop off any of these items in Ms. Owens Advisory prior to December 6.

~one item per student in advisory gets house points~

~two items per student in advisory gets full dress down day, and house points~

On Project Wrap-In day, Relay for Life is having its Third Annual Pancake Day!

pancakeBring $5.00 on December 11th to the cafeteria and get All you can eat pancakes WITH Toppings!  Thanks!  Relay for Life

Students!  Earn service hours, appear on TV, and wave to 10,000 people!  Join Cannon School in Concord and/or Davidson for their Christmas parades.

Ms. Lineberger's advisory gets in the spirit of Christmas.

Ms. Lineberger’s advisory gets in the spirit of Christmas.

The Davidson Parade is Saturday, December 7. Contact blevanti@cannonschool.org for more info!

Want to dress down for exams?  Earn the privilege by contributing only $4 before December 13th.  Proceeds go to Student Council.  Please bring your money to Dean Ramsey or Ms. Harley.

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Project Wrap-in is next Wednesday, December 11th. All upper school students are required to bring in a holiday gift for a young boy or girl by the 11th. These gifts will be donated to local charities. Any additional wrapping paper, tape, or scissors will be greatly appreciated!

                                                      

 

    After School Events:

Faculty Meeting at 3:10 Foundation Hall

 Chorus Concert
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Theater students cut and work on scenes.

Theater students cut and work on scenes.

Artist Stewart shows her latest piece.

Artist Stewart shares her latest piece.

Location: Taylor Hall
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ADVISORY AGENDA December 3

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   ” Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a butterfly.”-unknown

Day 5 No Drop

Student life for Freshmen and Sophmores 10:20-11:15 ( note their is a  guest speaker for Juniors and Seniors only today)

Freshmen: AA  Scategory Activity

                     Sophomores:   AA Power of  Words  

Student life for Juniors and Seniors : 9:50-11:15 in Taylor Hall ( no student choice today)

Juniors/ Seniors: J Tom Morgan 

          Birthdays:  Donovan Hayes

House Standings

Animus Shield Humanitas Shield 2 Impetus Shield Integritas Shield

 181

 187

255

140

                                                                                                                     

                                                                       Core Values:

 

Cougar Growl from Kundel's advisory.

Cougar Growl from Kundel’s advisory.

 Iliana Ragnone showed KINDNESS when she held the door open for Deans Booker and Ramsey. So Sweet. 

 

   

  Public Proclamations:

Parents: Come hear the powerful message of J. Tom Morgan at 8:15 in Taylor Hall.

Juniors , Seniors  and faculty please report to Taylor Hall at 9:50 to hear our guest speaker. 

Animus t-shirt day today. Go Animus!

 College Counselors provide information about taking a gap year. Interested? Check out the counseling board in the second floor wing.

College Counselors provide information about taking a gap year. Interested? Check out the counseling board in the second floor wing.

Lost and Found: If you happen to see or know where a purple sparkly iphone charger is, please turn it into Ms. Pinto. It was left in the school building prior to Thanksgiving break .Thanks.

Changes for the Media Arts Lab:The media arts lab will be open to students on Days 1-4 under the supervision of Mr. Jean.  Students who need to use the lab on Day 5  will be by permission only.  You will need to communicate your need with Mr. Jean.  Students will not use the door from the lab off of the main hallway to enter or exit.   Entrance to the lab will be through the piano lab where you will check in with Mr. Davis. Thank you for your cooperation.

Signs like these adorn the Faculty work room.

Signs like these adorn the Faculty work room.

Faculty: Training for cyber- bullying activity today during student choice in the upper school conference room.

Last week to serve your community by helping women from the battered shelter. Please do your part this holiday season and make a Christmas-treedonation that can change a life!  CVAN: Help meet the needs of battered women and their children in Cabarrus County by bringing in laundry detergent , liquid hand soap, Mr. Clean, Spic and Span, trash bags- 30 gallon black and kitchen size, twin and full size blankets, new pots and pan sets, drinking glasses, plate sets, gift cards for discount and grocery stores, and  compact fluorescent light bulbs ( 60 watt equivalent). Please drop off any of these items in Ms. Owens Advisory prior to December 6.

~one item per student in advisory gets house points~

~two items per student in advisory gets full dress down day, and house points~

Interesting  debate between two Juniors.

Interesting debate between two Juniors.

AP stats projects in full swing!  Testing the affects of caffeine on students.

AP stats projects in full swing! Testing the affects of caffeine on students.

Students!  Earn service hours, appear on TV, and wave to 10,000 people!  Join Cannon School in Concord and/or Davidson for their Christmas parades.

The Davidson Parade is Saturday, December 7. Contact blevanti@cannonschool.org for more info!

 

 

                                                                                                                       

 

    After School Events:

Reading the Crucible.

Reading the Crucible.

Basketball – Boys JV
4:30 PM
Home

Cougar smiles all around.

Cougar smiles all around.

Location: Cannon School
Basketball – Boys JV vs Victory

Basketball – Girls Varsity
6:00 PM
Home
Location: Cannon School
Basketball – Girls Varsity vs Victory Christian

Parent/Student Meeting – Trip to Guatemala
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Foundation Hall
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Freshmen use Student Choice to get work done.

Freshmen use Student Choice to get work done.

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Basketball – Boys Varsity
7:30 PM
Home
Location: Cannon School
Basketball – Boys Varsity vs Victory Christian
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