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   ” A Positive attitude is contagious. Don’t wait to catch it, be a carrier!”-unknown

Follow Day 4 Schedule                   No Drops

Student life: Club and Service fair in Taylor Hall

Birthday:  Mary McReynolds 9/6

Raiselle Swick 9/7, Mary Mackin 9/8

Mr. Taylor’s class showing their passion on his white board.

Mr. Chris Taylor demonstrated TEAMWORK and KINDNESS by allowing a group of overzealous sophomores to take over his classroom and white board at lunch in order to study for AP European History.

Philip Jewell, Chris Batchelor, Daniel Wyatt, and Ryan Murphy demonstrated TEAMWORK when they helped repair a wall hanging in the US hallway.

Chris Batchelor, and Vikas Kejriwal showed KINDNESS when they volunteered to open the wall in the library after Thursday morning’s parent meeting.

 Mary Margaret Campbell and Courtney Nelson helped a friend (who is walking on crutches) with her books and backpack. Way to show KINDNESS.

  Dom Pelucio made it into the 2013 North Carolina Honors All-State Orchestra!  Only students who made it into the Western and Eastern Regional Honor Orchestra last school year are allowed to participate.  Then the top students are selected based on audition.  Dom is the first student from Cannon School to make it into this orchestra so it is a huge honor!  Please help me celebrate him! way to show PASSION for your work Dom! He will perform in Winston-Salem on November 10^th if you are interested in coming to the concert!

Annie Earnshaw demonstrated INTEGRITY when she turned in five dollars that were found in the Commons.

Ben Wyatt demonstrated INTEGRITY when he arranged to take a test he would be missing for a sporting event in advance.  Way to go, Ben!

Liz Wahid demonstrated KINDNESS when she went out of her way to run an errand for Mrs. Stavrakas.  Thanks Liz!

Joe Joe Vaccaro demonstrated INTEGRITY when he told MS. Harley that she put up the answers on haiku instead of the actual worksheet.

Public Proclamations

Today during Advisory students will receive an individualized Winterm 2014 Registration Form. At http://www.cannonschool.org/uswinterm you will find all you need to successfully register for Winterm courses.

The first Cannon Reading invasion is today during student choice from 1:05-1:30 in the quad. Grab a book and join us!The idea is simple- students, faculty, and staff bring something to read and “invade” a space on campus. Cannon Reading Invasion is not a book club but a time to come together during the school day to enjoy the act of reading and to remind our fellow Cougars that reading is an important part of our lives.

President Andrew cares for the fish tank in the commons

 Calling all future House Impetus leaders! Are you interested in learning more about the inner workings of the House System? Are you crazy about the Gossage Cup? Are you a leader who hasn’t had the chance to shine at Cannon yet? This opportunity is for you! House Impetus is looking for 3 leadership interns (2 sophomores and 1 junior) for the 2013-14 school year. Interns will have the unique ability to learn about the new house system while helping their house leaders bring home this year’s Gossage Cup. Interns should be organized and have a go-getter attitude, but we are most interested in finding interns that exude Impetus’ motto – “Enthusiasm for Life.”If any of this applies to you, please e-mail Miss Kundel (lkundel@cannonschool.org) with your application. The application should be a 1 page, MLA formatted document that answers the following 2 questions. 1. Why are you interested in leadership? What specifically excites you about working in the House System? 2. What new ideas do you have for the House System? What unique abilities/traits/passions can you bring to the table? We look forward to hearing from you all by Sep.11.

FRESHMEN: The deadline to apply for the internship with the Honor Council is today.  See Ms. Lineberger for details.

Sophomore: English students interested in attending the Shakespeare play Romeo and Juliet on Oct 3rd  please contact Mrs. Kundel today. Don’t miss out!

Juniors and Seniors: Sign up on Family Connections to meet with college representatives from:Christopher Newport University – September 12^th.Washington University in St. Louis – September 12^th VA Tech – September 13^th

SENIORS – Have you been contacted by an organization named QUESTBRIDGE?  If you have heard from this organization by email or snail mail, please let your college counselor know right away.  This is a wonderful organization that matches eligible students to high quality colleges and universities.  The deadline to apply for this college matching process is September 27.  Please let your counselor know if you have been offered this opportunity.

Cannon’s soccer team played a fabulous game last night.

science drop leaves time for conversation about outdoor adventures

After School Events:

students enjoy lunch and conversation .

   “Laughter is timeless, imagination has no age, and dreams are forever.”- Walt Disney

Follow Day 3 Schedule                   Science Drops

Birthday:  none 

Jessica Abel showed INTEGRITY when she stayed after class to pick up trash that other students had left behind.

Katherine LeClair showed INTEGRITY because she knew she was going to miss her afternoon Geometry class, Catherine came to another Geometry class during her drop period!

Public Proclamations

Sophomore English students interested in attending the Shakespeare play Romeo and Juliet on Oct 3rd  please contact Mrs. Kundel today. Don’t miss out!

 FRESHMEN: The deadline to apply for the internship with the Honor Council is Friday 9/6.  See Ms. Lineberger for details.

If you have science drop F period (12-1 today) show up in Mr. Coggins’ room for a 40 minute yoga practice. Mats and blocks are available for your use. Why not?

SENIORS – Have you been contacted by an organization named QUESTBRIDGE?  If you have heard from this organization by email or snail mail, please let your college counselor know right away.  This is a wonderful organization that matches eligible students to high quality colleges and universities.  The deadline to apply for this college matching process is September 27.  Please let your counselor know if you have been offered this opportunity.

Juniors and Seniors: Register on Family Connections to meet with a College Representative from Bucknell University.  He will be in Room 616 Thursday, September 5^th at 12:25! 

world language drop in the commons

The first Cannon Reading invasion is a way to celebrate our school’s passion for reading, to enjoy our school’s beautiful campus, and to share some quality time with members of our school community.The idea is simple- students, faculty, and staff bring something to read and “invade” a space on campus. Cannon Reading Invasion is not a book club but a time to come together during the school day to enjoy the act of reading and to remind our fellow Cougars that reading is an important part of our lives.The first Cannon Reading Invasion is scheduled for Friday, September 6^th during student choice (1:05 pm to 1:30 pm). We will “invade” the quad.The entire Cannon School community is invited to join fellow Cougars for some reading and relaxing in our most beautiful spaces on campus.

Calling all future House Impetus leaders! Are you interested in learning more about the inner workings of the House System? Are you crazy about the Gossage Cup? Are you a leader who hasn’t had the chance to shine at Cannon yet? This opportunity is for you! House Impetus is looking for 3 leadership interns (2 sophomores and 1 junior) for the 2013-14 school year. Interns will have the unique ability to learn about the new house system while helping their house leaders bring home this year’s Gossage Cup. Interns should be organized and have a go-getter attitude, but we are most interested in finding interns that exude Impetus’ motto – “Enthusiasm for Life.”If any of this applies to you, please e-mail Miss Kundel (lkundel@cannonschool.org) with your application. The application should be a 1 page, MLA formatted document that answers the following 2 questions. 1. Why are you interested in leadership? What specifically excites you about working in the House System? 2. What new ideas do you have for the House System? What unique abilities/traits/passions can you bring to the table? We look forward to hearing from you all by Sep.11.

After School Events:

   “Motivation is like the tide. It raises everyone up when it comes in. “-Bill Burch

Follow Day 2 Schedule                   World Language Drops

Birthday: Nikolas Reid

   Jodi Jackson demonstrated KINDNESS and TEAMWORK when she offered a freshman advice on how to seek out help from a teacher and other study techniques.  So awesome!!!

Mackenzie Hanby demonstrated PASSION for learning when she was going to miss her afternoon Geometry class and she went to another Geometry class during her drop period!

Public Proclamations

 FRESHMEN: The deadline to apply for the internship with the Honor Council is Friday 9/6.  See Ms. Lineberger for details.

Mr. Davis spends his arts drop talking with students

SENIORS – Have you been contacted by an organization named QUESTBRIDGE?  If you have heard from this organization by email or snail mail, please let your college counselor know right away.  This is a wonderful organization that matches eligible students to high quality colleges and universities.  The deadline to apply for this college matching process is September 27.  Please let your counselor know if you have been offered this opportunity.

Juniors and Seniors: Register on Family Connections to meet with a College Representative from Bucknell University.  He will be in Room 616 Thursday, September 5^th at 12:25!

Cannon School’s men’s A Cappella group will be holding auditions for the 2013-2014 season.   Auditions will be held in the Piano Lab on Wednesday, September 4^th during lunch (11:30am).   All gentlemen with vocal experience are encouraged to audition, especially those with vocal percussive skills.  See Mr. Herder or any member of “The Gentlemen” for more information.

The first Cannon Reading invasion is a way to celebrate our school’s passion for reading, to enjoy our school’s beautiful campus, and to share some quality time with members of our school community.The idea is simple- students, faculty, and staff bring something to read and “invade” a space on campus. Cannon Reading Invasion is not a book club but a time to come together during the school day to enjoy the act of reading and to remind our fellow Cougars that reading is an important part of our lives.The first Cannon Reading Invasion is scheduled for Friday, September 6^th during student choice (1:05 pm to 1:30 pm). We will “invade” the quad.The entire Cannon School community is invited to join fellow Cougars for some reading and relaxing in our most beautiful spaces on campus.

students enjoying drop and working hard.

Calling all future House Impetus leaders! Are you interested in learning more about the inner workings of the House System? Are you crazy about the Gossage Cup? Are you a leader who hasn’t had the chance to shine at Cannon yet? This opportunity is for you! House Impetus is looking for 3 leadership interns (2 sophomores and 1 junior) for the 2013-14 school year. Interns will have the unique ability to learn about the new house system while helping their house leaders bring home this year’s Gossage Cup. Interns should be organized and have a go-getter attitude, but we are most interested in finding interns that exude Impetus’ motto – “Enthusiasm for Life.”If any of this applies to you, please e-mail Miss Kundel (lkundel@cannonschool.org) with your application. The application should be a 1 page, MLA formatted document that answers the following 2 questions. 1. Why are you interested in leadership? What specifically excites you about working in the House System? 2. What new ideas do you have for the House System? What unique abilities/traits/passions can you bring to the table? We look forward to hearing from you all! 

After School Events:

   “The world needs dreamers and the world needs doers. But above all, the world needs dreamers who do.”-unknown

Follow Day 1 Schedule                   Art drops

Birthdays:  Joe Trojan 8/30, Will Schmitt 9/1, Austin Cindric 9/2, Claudia Michaels 9/2, Calista Hnilica 9/2

Birthday party for Dean Trojan

Caroline Malmstrom today

Ms. Wittman and her students in Biology D Block class demonstrated PASSION as they explored an alternative assessment method that highlighted Adaptive Expertise.

Dylan Housman demonstrated a PASSION for recycling when he couldn’t find a recycling bin on campus so he took his water bottle home to recycle it.

Devon McCarthy demonstrated KINDNESS when he cheerfully held the door for a student whose hands were loaded down with books.

Adam Swez showed KINDNESS when he volunteered technical assistance to help Ms. Hoffman set up for a meeting.

Public Proclamations

 FRESHMEN: The deadline to apply for the internship with the Honor Council is Friday 9/6.  See Ms. Lineberger for details.

Freshman Seminar Locations (Tuesday and Wednesday)

Tuesday:If you have morning drop, you still report to Foundation Hall. If you have afternoon drop, you will report to the Library Annex.

Wednesday:If you have morning drop, you still report to the Library Annex.If you have afternoon drop, you will report to Foundation Hall.

Thanks for be adaptive!!! Mr. Trojan and Mrs. Huffman

Juniors and Seniors: Register on Family Connections to meet with a College Representative from the University of Rochester.  He will be in Room 616 today at 12:25!

Juniors and Seniors: Register on Family Connections to meet with a College Representative from Bucknell University.  He will be in Room 616 Thursday, September 5^th at 12:25!

Cannon School’s men’s A Cappella group will be holding auditions for the 2013-2014 season.   Auditions will be held in the Piano Lab on Wednesday, September 4^th during lunch (11:30am).   All gentlemen with vocal experience are encouraged to audition, especially those with vocal percussive skills.  See Mr. Herder or any member of “The Gentlemen” for more information.

The first Cannon Reading invasion is a way to celebrate our school’s passion for reading, to enjoy our school’s beautiful campus, and to share some quality time with members of our school community.The idea is simple- students, faculty, and staff bring something to read and “invade” a space on campus. Cannon Reading Invasion is not a book club but a time to come together during the school day to enjoy the act of reading and to remind our fellow Cougars that reading is an important part of our lives.The first Cannon Reading Invasion is scheduled for Friday, September 6^th during student choice (1:05 pm to 1:30 pm). We will “invade” the quad.The entire Cannon School community is invited to join fellow Cougars for some reading and relaxing in our most beautiful spaces on campus.

Ms. Wittman’s biology class shows their passion.

Mrs. Hine’s advisory after their discussion of The Arrival.

Ms. Eury’s advisory planning their video on school safety.

Cannon Theater Company auditions for both the fall production of Rhinoceros and the winter production of Much Ado About Nothing will take place after school from Wednesday August 28 through Wednesday September 4. Students can sign up for a half-hour audition slot and pick up audition info by the Cannon Theater Company bulletin board located in the Upper School building inside the stairwell near Foundation Hall. Those students with fall athletic commitments who would like to audition for the winter production but aren’t available to audition after school will be able to sign up for an alternative audition time. Students only interested in doing tech for theater productions don’t need to audition, and there will be more info on tech in the coming weeks. Email Andy Macdonald at amacdonald@cannonschool.org with any questions.

After School Events:

celebrating Sydney

   “Sometimes the most ordinary things can be made extraordinary, simply by doing them with the right people.”- Elizabeth Green

Follow Day 5 Schedule                   No  Drop

10:20 -11:15 Advisory: Summer reading activity

Birthdays:  none

Sydney Green showed KINDNESS when she helped a new student learn how to take a screen snapshot in English Class.

Ryan Emerson demonstrated INTEGRITY when he turned in a cell phone that was left in the commons. Great job.

Go Daniel

Jordan Johnson, Jonathan Nephew, Daniel Patton, Zach Venos, Jordan Battle, and Kendall Applegate demonstrated TEAMWORK when they helped move some chairs from Taylor Hall to Boswell Gym. Grrr!

Brad Schlosser showed INTEGRITY when he kindly waited for and insisted that he should hold the door open for a teacher. So sweet.

Amy Clark displayed INTEGRITY when she did not open a confidential email meant for a faculty member and sent to her by accident.  Instead, she forwarded the unopened email to the teacher.

Cougar growl for Jordan

The Zelaya Advisory would like to recognize Alex Leck for demonstrating KINDNESS on a daily basis! Thank you for your smile!

Juliana Sirois showed KINDNESS today when she saw Miss Owens carrying a load of supplies to her classroom and offered to help!

Dr. Moyer addresses the Upper School students about the importance of adding value to a team on and off the field.

Public Proclamations

Leadership lunch today in foundation hall. Anyone interested in learning how to lead should attend these lunches. Everyone is encouraged and welcome! Bring your own lunch.

Cannon School’s men’s A Cappella group will be holding auditions for the 2013-2014 season.   Auditions will be held in the Piano Lab on Wednesday, September 4^th during lunch (11:30am).   All gentlemen with vocal experience are encouraged to audition, especially those with vocal percussive skills.  See Mr. Herder or any member of “The Gentlemen” for more information.

House Impetus will have a WHOLE HOUSE meeting, today  during Student Choice in Foundation Hall (9:50-10:15). Please come prepared with ideas and questions for your new house leaders. This is mandatory for all House Impetus members – but it should not take the entire Choice time. Try to think of this as one of our “practices” before the House Games. After all, we’ve gotta know the rules to master the game. House Impetus, let’s get pumped up to keep the Gossage Cup!

SENIORS – Have you been contacted by an organization named QUESTBRIDGE?  If you have heard from this organization by email or snail mail, please let your college counselor know right away.  This is a wonderful organization that matches eligible students to high quality colleges and universities.  The deadline to apply for this college matching process is September 27.

Honor Signing

The first Cannon Reading invasion is a way to celebrate our school’s passion for reading, to enjoy our school’s beautiful campus, and to share some quality time with members of our school community.The idea is simple- students, faculty, and staff bring something to read and “invade” a space on campus. Cannon Reading Invasion is not a book club but a time to come together during the school day to enjoy the act of reading and to remind our fellow Cougars that reading is an important part of our lives.The first Cannon Reading Invasion is scheduled for Friday, September 6^th during student choice (1:05 pm to 1:30 pm). We will “invade” the quad.The entire Cannon School community is invited to join fellow Cougars for some reading and relaxing in our most beautiful spaces on campus.

enjoying the new library

Cannon Theater Company auditions for both the fall production of Rhinoceros and the winter production of Much Ado About Nothing will take place after school from Wednesday August 28 through Wednesday September 4. Students can sign up for a half-hour audition slot and pick up audition info by the Cannon Theater Company bulletin board located in the Upper School building inside the stairwell near Foundation Hall. Those students with fall athletic commitments who would like to audition for the winter production but aren’t available to audition after school will be able to sign up for an alternative audition time. Students only interested in doing tech for theater productions don’t need to audition, and there will be more info on tech in the coming weeks. Email Andy Macdonald at amacdonald@cannonschool.org with any questions.

After School Events:

Volleyball – Girls Varsity 6:00 PM Away Location: Woodlawn School Volleyball – Girls Varsity vs Woodlawn School

upperclassmen during student choice

Soccer (Fall) – Boys Varsity 6:30 PM Away Location: North Raleigh Christian Soccer (Fall) – Boys Varsity vs North Raleigh Christian

   “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase”- Martin Luther King,Jr.

Follow Day 4 Schedule          no drop

12:05-1:00 Honor Code Signing in Taylor Hall

Birthdays:  none

Kamil Manzoor demonstrated KINDNESS when he  volunteered to clean the  board in French class.

Anna Poffenbaugh displayed KINDNESS when she helped her classmate pick his papers up when they fell on the floor.

Adele Marchant, Andrew Zelina, Mary Claire Farrington, Juliana Sirois, Daelyn Bentley-Gottel, Akash Kejriwal, and Jodie Jackson demonstrated PASSION when they took time away from their drops today to come talk to the freshman class about time management, planning, organization, et. al.

Will Yoder demonstrated PASSION for biology when he taught Ms. Otey something new .

Jack Amoroso showed KINDNESS when he helped an injured friend to his car.

Mrs. Huffman and upperclassmen sharing with freshmen their knowledge about organization.

Public Proclamations!

House Impetus will have a WHOLE HOUSE meeting, this Friday during Student Choice in Foundation Hall (9:50-10:15). Please come prepared with ideas and questions for your new house leaders. This is mandatory for all House Impetus members – but it should not take the entire Choice time. Try to think of this as one of our “practices” before the House Games. After all, we’ve gotta know the rules to master the game. House Impetus, let’s get pumped up to keep the Gossage Cup!

SENIORS – Have you been contacted by an organization named QUESTBRIDGE?  If you have heard from this organization by email or snail mail, please let your college counselor know right away.  This is a wonderful organization that matches eligible students to high quality colleges and universities.  The deadline to apply for this college matching process is September 27.  Please let your counselor know if you have been offered this opportunity

The first Cannon Reading invasion is a way to celebrate our school’s passion for reading, to enjoy our school’s beautiful campus, and to share some quality time with members of our school community.The idea is simple- students, faculty, and staff bring something to read and “invade” a space on campus. Cannon Reading Invasion is not a book club but a time to come together during the school day to enjoy the act of reading and to remind our fellow Cougars that reading is an important part of our lives.The first Cannon Reading Invasion is scheduled for Friday, September 6^th during student choice (1:05 pm to 1:30 pm). We will “invade” the quad.The entire Cannon School community is invited to join fellow Cougars for some reading and relaxing in our most beautiful spaces on campus.

Any student who is a LEADER of a current club or a new club must attend an informational meeting during lunch on Thursday, August 29^th at 11:30 in Sra. Zelaya’s room, US 512.  We will be going over very important information regarding the Club Fair and what you will need to do to prepare for it.  Please see Sra. Zelaya if you cannot attend.

Cannon Theater Company auditions for both the fall production of Rhinoceros and the winter production of Much Ado About Nothing will take place after school from Wednesday August 28 through Wednesday September 4. Students can sign up for a half-hour audition slot and pick up audition info by the Cannon Theater Company bulletin board located in the Upper School building inside the stairwell near Foundation Hall. Those students with fall athletic commitments who would like to audition for the winter production but aren’t available to audition after school will be able to sign up for an alternative audition time. Students only interested in doing tech for theater productions don’t need to audition, and there will be more info on tech in the coming weeks. Email Andy Macdonald at amacdonald@cannonschool.org with any questions.

Using their drop wisely!

After School Events:

Follow Day 3 Schedule                   Social Studies  Drop

Birthdays:  Sean Lytle

Brandon Wade showed KINDNESS when he helped Dean Ramsey take photos for the blog.

Principal Otey teaches freshman seminar.

Dalton Phillips showed KINDNESS when he held the door open for an upperclassmen who had his hands full.                                

Proclamations:

The first Cannon Reading Invasion is coming soon! Cannon Reading Invasion is a way to celebrate our school’s passion for reading, to enjoy our school’s beautiful campus, and to share some quality time with members of our school community.

The idea is simple- students, faculty, and staff bring something to read and “invade” a space on campus. Cannon Reading Invasion is not a book club but a time to come together during the school day to enjoy the act of reading and to remind our fellow Cougars that reading is an important part of our lives.

The first Cannon Reading Invasion is scheduled for Friday, September 6^th during student choice (1:05 pm to 1:30 pm). We will “invade” the quad.

The entire Cannon School community is invited to join fellow Cougars for some reading and relaxing in our most beautiful spaces on campus.

enjoying the sun during math drop

If you have social studies F period, join us in room 603 for yoga practice today. If you have questions, come see Mr. Coggins or email him at mcoggins@cannonschool.org.

Any student who is a LEADER of a current club or a new club must attend an informational meeting during lunch on Thursday, August 29^th at 11:30 in Sra. Zelaya’s room, US 512.  We will be going over very important information regarding the Club Fair and what you will need to do to prepare for it.  Please see Sra. Zelaya if you cannot attend.

JUNIORS and SENIORS: Log onto Family Connections to sign up for College Representative visits to Cannon School.  Visits begin the week of August 26^th and will continue throughout the semester.

College Counseling now has a twitter account! Follow @cannon2future for information on all things related to college counseling including scholarships,

college visits, course selection and financial aid.

SENIORS: Scholarship applications are now available in the College Counseling Suite

A note from The Justice League…Today marks the 50th anniversary of the historic 1963 March on Washington, a watershed moment in the Civil Rights Movement that helped usher in sweeping civil rights legislation and a sea change in public opinion.

Cannon Theater Company auditions for both the fall production of Rhinoceros and the winter production of Much Ado About Nothing will take place after school from Wednesday August 28 through Wednesday September 4. Students can sign up for a half-hour audition slot and pick up audition info by the Cannon Theater Company bulletin board located in the Upper School building inside the stairwell near Foundation Hall. Those students with fall athletic commitments who would like to audition for the winter production but aren’t available to audition after school will be able to sign up for an alternative audition time. Students only interested in doing tech for theater productions don’t need to audition, and there will be more info on tech in the coming weeks. Email Andy Macdonald at amacdonald@cannonschool.org with any questions.

After School Events:

Cross Country – Coed Varsity
4:30 PM
Away
Location: Forsyth Country Day School
Cross Country – Coed Varsity vs Forsyth Country Day School

Tennis (Fall) – Girls Varsity
4:15 PM
Home
Location: Cannon School
Tennis (Fall) – Girls Varsity vs Providence Day School

sophomores hanging with friends.

“Confidence is the ability to feel beautiful, without needing someone to tell you.”- unknown

Follow Day 2 Schedule                   Math  Drop

Birthdays:  Davis Nelson

Andrew’s crew celebrates.

Jack and Stephen earn a grrrr!

Armstrong’s Advisory shows some spirit!

  Andrew Nielson, Savana Gandy, and Stephen Nymberg demonstrated INTEGRITY when they found some cash and                                                                                turned it into the office. Way to go!

freshmen enjoying freshmen seminar .

Daniel Patton demonstrated INTEGRITY when he found a car key and turned it in to Ms. Pinto.

Katie gets a cougar growl!

Katie Kuralt  demonstrated KINDNESS when she held open the door for an entire freshmen seminar to leave the room. So sweet.

Jack Amoroso displayed KINDNESS when he used plastic bags to cover the windows of a fellow student’s car that was off campus and she had left the windows of her car down.

Bryce Estes showed INTEGRITY when he emailed his math teacher to let him know that he would miss class because of a football game, asking ahead of time for the work he would miss.

Payton Ryan showed INTEGRITY by checking with each of his teachers prior to an anticipated absence without having to be reminded to do so by his advisor!

cougar growls for Grayson in Mr. Cobb and Mr. MacDonald’s advisory.

Public Proclamations!

If you have math F period, join us in room 603 for yoga practice today. Remember, the practice starts at 1:10 to give you time to change. Bring a mat if you have it. If not, Mr. Coggins can lend you one. We had a great start to the Cannon Yoga program yesterday during F period with 4 yogis! Thank you Nina, Dara, Jasmin, and Bella.  If you have questions, come see Mr. Coggins or email him at mcoggins@cannonschool.org.

Any student who is a LEADER of a current club or a new club must attend an informational meeting during lunch on Thursday, August 29^th at 11:30 in Sra. Zelaya’s room, US 512.  We will be going over very important information regarding the Club Fair and what you will need to do to prepare for it.  Please see Sra. Zelaya if you cannot attend.

JUNIORS and SENIORS: Log onto Family Connections to sign up for College Representative visits to Cannon School.  Visits begin the week of August 26^th and will continue throughout the semester.

College Counseling now has a twitter account! Follow @cannon2future for information on all things related to college counseling including scholarships,

freshmen boys studying hard during drop

college visits, course selection and financial aid.

SENIORS: Scholarship applications are now available in the College Counseling Suite

A note from The Justice League…This Wednesday marks the 50th anniversary of the historic 1963 March on Washington, a watershed moment in the Civil Rights Movement that helped usher in sweeping civil rights legislation and a sea change in public opinion.  To learn more about the March, tune into your local PBS station TODAY at 9:00 pm for the premiere of the documentary “The March”, narrated by Denzel Washington. Over 250,000 Americans thronged to the capital on that momentous day to peacefully demand an end to two centuries of discrimination and injustice.

Cannon Theater Company auditions for both the fall production of Rhinoceros and the winter production of Much Ado About Nothing will take place after school from Wednesday August 28 through Wednesday September 4. Students can sign up for a half-hour audition slot and pick up audition info by the Cannon Theater Company bulletin board located in the Upper School building inside the stairwell near Foundation Hall. Those students with fall athletic commitments who would like to audition for the winter production but aren’t available to audition after school will be able to sign up for an alternative audition time. Students only interested in doing tech for theater productions don’t need to audition, and there will be more info on tech in the coming weeks. Email Andy Macdonald at amacdonald@cannonschool.org with any questions.

After School Events:

4:00 PM Tennis (Fall) – Girls Varsity vs Lake Norman Charter A Location: Lake Norman Charter

4:00 PM Cedarwood Country Club Golf (fall) Girls vs Providence Day School, Charlotte Country Day A Location: Providence Day School

4:15 PM Tennis (Fall) Girls JV vs Providence Day School H Location: Cannon School

5:00 PM Soccer (Fall) – Boys Varsity vs Hickory Grove A Location: Hickory Grove

“Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter, and those who matter don’t mind.” ― Bernard M. Baruch

Follow Day 1 Schedule                   English  Drop

Birthdays:  Greyson Thompson and Noelle Ross

Jake Diehl showed KINDNESS and RESPECT when he offered to give up his lunch table to a group of Upper School girls.  Nice move, Jake!

Grayson Pomykata demonstrated INTEGRITY when he found a wallet and returned to its rightful owner.  Grrrr!

Kevin King showed INTEGRITY when he turned in a card key lanyard to Ms. Pinto.

Allison Bunten and Mackenzie Hanby demonstrated PASSION when she stayed in class during long block “break” to get a head start on her homework!

Aspen Stevanovski demonstrated KINDNESS by helping put up the stools in the science class room after the other students had left for the weekend.

Public Proclamations:

SENIORS: TODAY please bring your laptop to Room 616 during your drop period.  College Counseling will meet with you briefly to ensure your college application and teacher recommendation accounts are properly set up.

Yoga begins on Monday F period in Mr. Coggins room (603). The practice will be held every F period on days 1-3. This is an introductory class. All levels are welcome. If you have a mat, bring it. If not, I have a few to lend. Practice will begin 5 minutes into the period and end about 5 minutes before  the end so you’ll have time to change. Athletes – this is a great way to build core strength and increase flexibility whether your sport is in season or not. If you have questions, come see Mr. Coggins or email him at mcoggins@cannonschool.org.

Any student who is a LEADER of a current club or a new club must attend an informational meeting during lunch on Thursday, August 29^th at 11:30 in Sra. Zelaya’s room, US 512.  We will be going over very important information regarding the Club Fair and what you will need to do to prepare for it.  Please see Sra. Zelaya if you cannot attend.

JUNIORS and SENIORS: Log onto Family Connections to sign up for College Representative visits to Cannon School.  Visits begin the week of August 26^th and will continue throughout the semester.

College Counseling now has a twitter account! Follow @cannon2future for information on all things related to college counseling including scholarships, college visits, course selection and financial aid.

SENIORS: Scholarship applications are now available in the College Counseling Suite

A note from The Justice League…This Wednesday marks the 50th anniversary of the historic 1963 March on Washington, a watershed moment in the Civil Rights Movement that helped usher in sweeping civil rights legislation and a sea change in public opinion.  To learn more about the March, tune into your local PBS station on Tuesday at 9:00 pm for the premiere of the documentary “The March”, narrated by Denzel Washington. Over 250,000 Americans thronged to the capital on that momentous day to peacefully demand an end to two centuries of discrimination and injustice.

Cannon Theater Company auditions for both the fall production of Rhinoceros and the winter production of Much Ado About Nothing will take place after school from Wednesday August 28 through Wednesday September 4. Students can sign up for a half-hour audition slot and pick up audition info by the Cannon Theater Company bulletin board located in the Upper School building inside the stairwell near Foundation Hall. Those students with fall athletic commitments who would like to audition for the winter production but aren’t available to audition after school will be able to sign up for an alternative audition time. Students only interested in doing tech for theater productions don’t need to audition, and there will be more info on tech in the coming weeks. Email Andy Macdonald at amacdonald@cannonschool.org with any questions.

After School Events:

“Your story is the greatest legacy that you will leave to your friends. It’s the longest-lasting legacy you will leave to your heirs.”― Steve Saint

Follow Day 5 Schedule                    No Drop

Today is a Spirit Day, so t-shirts for 9-11 are okay as long as they are Cannon.

STUDENT LIFE:  FRESHMEN: 10 :20 – 11:15 Laptop Use in Foundation Hall then The Deans

SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS, SENIORS: 10 :20 – 11:15 with The Deans in Taylor Hall, then Laptop Use

Birthdays:  Victoria Bliss 8/23, Morgan Waite 8/23, Dara Tokunboh 8/25

John Nelson showed INTEGRITY when he turned in a phone yesterday.  The owner was very happy to have it returned.

Everett Craven demonstrated KINDNESS, RESPECT and TEAMWORK when he volunteered to bring in 2 large containers of yoga mats and blocks for Mr. Coggins.

Makenzie O’Brien showed INTEGRITY when she turned in cash found in stairwell. Give her a BIG Cougar Growlll when you see her.

Jacob Johnson demonstrated  INTEGRITY  in Miss Kundel’s class when he honestly admitted that he did not have his Independent Reading book for his required materials quiz, instead of taking the easy way out and saying that he had it in his locker.

Joanna Copio and Hannah Taylor graciously brought in their new House Impetus shirts to give to the freshmen so that they would have a t-shirt after the House Sorting Ceremony. They demonstrated immense KINDNESS and TEAMWORK, worrying about including these new members of their House.

Amanda Harris demonstrated PASSION for House Impetus by wearing a matching blue headband to school today! Now THAT’S ENTHUSIASM!

Griffin Wickwire demonstrated KINDNESS when he held the door open for a teacher who was not necessarily very close.  He patiently waited until she passed.  Thanks, Grififn!

Public Proclamations:

All Upper School Student Leaders – Our 1st Leadership Lunch will be at 11:20 TODAY in Foundation Hall.  All are welcome!

There will be an interest meeting for the Winterm trip to Greece for all interested students  TODAY during Student Choice in Mr. Wise’s room #706. All interested students are welcome even if you have not signed up yet!

Juniors and SENIORS: Log onto Family Connections to sign up for College Representative visits to Cannon School.  Visits begin the week of August 26^th and will continue throughout the semester.

Students interested in helping the Deans with parking in the afternoons and earning service hours , please email Dean Booker. tbooker@cannonschool.org 

College Counseling now has a twitter account! Follow @cannon2future for information on all things related to college counseling including scholarships, college visits, course selection and financial aid.

SENIORS: On Monday, August 26^th please bring your laptop to Room 616 during your drop period.  College Counseling will meet with you briefly to ensure your college application and teacher recommendation accounts are properly set up.

SENIORS: College Kick-off will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2013 from 9:00am-12:00pm in Taylor Hall.  This workshop is meant to prepare seniors, and the parents who support them, as they begin the college admission process.  All seniors and at least one parent from each senior’s family are required to attend.  The college counseling team is ready to go and looking forward to working with the Class of 2014.  See you on August 24^th!

SENIORS: Scholarship applications are now available in the College Counseling Suite

Cannon Theater Company auditions for both the fall production of Rhinoceros and the winter production of Much Ado About Nothing will take place after school from Wednesday August 28 through Wednesday September 4. Students can sign up for a half-hour audition slot and pick up audition info by the Cannon Theater Company bulletin board located in the Upper School building inside the stairwell near Foundation Hall. Those students with fall athletic commitments who

would like to audition for the winter production but aren’t available to audition after school will be able to sign up for an alternative audition time. Students only interested in doing tech for theater productions don’t need to audition, and there will be more info on tech in the coming weeks. Email Andy Macdonald at amacdonald@cannonschool.org with any questions.

After School Events:

4:30 PM Soccer (Fall) – Boys JV vs Christ School A Location: Christ School

4:30 PM Soccer (Fall) – Boys Varsity vs Christ School A Location: Christ School

7:30 PM Football – Varsity vs North Raleigh Christian A Location: North Raleigh Christian