“I’m not concerned with your liking or disliking me…All I ask is that you respect me as a human being.” -Jackie Robinson

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Today: Lydia Craven, Jaylen Dibble, Maya Goldsberry and Alex Lahners

2/9: Jack McDermott

Miles Edmiston and Conrad Randall-Bauer showed INTEGRITY when they helped clean up the messy sophomore hallway.

Charlie Ferris showed INTEGRITY when he helped clean up the Commons.

Model UN members: please attend our MUNday meeting during lunch in the Library Annex to hear from our members who just attended JHUMUNC! This will be a valuable opportunity to hear about higher-level competition, first-time experiences in crisis, and traveling team adventures. Come ready with questions! See you MONDAY! ***Team members going to NYC: please work with Mr. K on your position papers and remember those are due February 14!!!!!***

This a reminder that applications for Mu Alpha Theta—the math honor society—are due to Mr. Scurlock no later than Tuesday, February 18^th.  Please print the application at https://bit.ly/2Osif1j. If you have questions, please reach out to your math teacher.

To be inducted into Mu Alpha Theta a student must meet all of the following criteria.

A student must:

• Be a junior or senior.
• Have completed any level of Precalculus.
• Have been enrolled at Cannon for one full year.
• Enrolled in or completed an AP math course
• Have earned a 3.7 unweighted GPA in all math courses.
• Have earned a 3.5 unweighted GPA all courses.
• Complete the application by the posted deadline

Bright Star Opens Next Week!

Cannon Theater Company invites you to experience our winter musical “Bright Star”, running next week Thursday, Friday, and Saturday Feb 13-15 at 7:00pm. Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s “Bright Star” tells an uplifting tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of North Carolina in the 1920s and ‘40s. A team of 33 performers, 10 crew members, and 10 musicians (not to mention the dozens of other students, faculty, and parents who have been involved) have been working hard to bring this beautiful story to life and are excited to share it with you. Admission is free for Cannon families, faculty, staff and alumni, $10 for guests. Tickets will be sold at the door.

Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors:  Election season is beginning!  If you live a life of HONOR and would like to help Cannon School’s Honor Council, please stop by to meet with either Ms. Beth Lineberger or Dean Booker to discuss this opportunity.  Speeches need to be submitted by February 21^st at 4pm.

Trouble getting or staying organized?  Difficulty managing your time? Need an accountability partner to help keep your goals on track? Looking for some fresh work or study space scenery? Absences or early dismissals got you feeling behind? How can Academic Coaching at Cannon (ACC) help you push to a strong finish for Trimester 2?

Sign up for an academic coaching session (Room 606) – time slots are available this week! Our Academic Coaching team (Mrs. Weakland, Mr. Smith, Mrs. Kulp, Mr. Hatcher, Mrs. Calles, and Mrs. Mattsson) are ready to support YOU in the way YOU choose!  YOU decide date and time of appointment, frequency of appointments (3x is recommended!), length of appointment, and the content of appointment.

Use the ACADEMIC COACHING QR CODES posted throughout the building and outside teachers’ classrooms to secure an appointment with one of our AWESOME Academic Coaches!

Let’s clear the air and protect what we love! Drop in for an evening of aerial yoga and environmental awareness. This event will take place on Saturday, February 22 at The Yoga Cove Concord. All are welcome! We will be hosting 4 sessions, starting at 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30 pm. Admission price is $12 for one 30 minute session. The funds from this event will be donated to Sustain Charlotte, a local non-profit that supports and inspires our world’s citizens to live healthy, sustainable lives. We hope you will consider joining us! To register, click on the link below:

https://forms.gle/DWLbJtQnHX2dmo5DA

Together, we can make a world of difference.

Fondly,

Emily Busby and Sara Trufant

ebusby@cannonschool.org

satrufant@cannonschool.org

RHO KAPPA, Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. RHO KAPPA provides national recognition and opportunities for exploration in the social studies.

The mission and purpose of this organization is:

• • to promote scholarship and to recognize academic excellence in social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to provide through its local chapters opportunities for exploration in the social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to encourage interest in, understanding of, and appreciation for the social studies.

Candidates for membership should:

1. Have been in attendance at the school in which the chapter resides for the equivalent of one semester prior to being considered.
2. Have completed four semesters of courses in the field of social studies and be prepared to complete at least six semesters. The minimum grade point average for these courses is a weighted 3.67 or the numerical equivalent.
3. Have an overall cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or the numerical equivalent.
4. Have a proven track record of interest and participation in service-related activities.
5. Have a proven track record of strong attendance and positive contribution to a community of learning in a social studies classroom.

If you meet the requirements listed above, please request an application from Ms. Harley at sharley@cannonschool.org no later than 31 January 2020 at 3 pm.  Applications are due no later than 13 February 2020 at 3pm. Questions? Speak with any Social Studies teacher.

Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores are invited to sign-up on Naviance Student to visit with College Admission Representatives coming to Cannon School.  Students must get permission from their classroom teachers prior to attending an admissions event. Students who need assistance accessing their Naviance account or registering for college visits should contact their college counselor.

3/24:     University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Baylor University

“I just want people to feel they can achieve something great in their lives. We all go through rough time, but love is the antidote. You’ve got to dream and just believe in yourself. And if you believe, you will achieve it.”

-Common

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Izzie Gosling

Morgan Stilphen 

Evan Essex showed TEAMWORK, RESPECT and KINDNESS when he volunteered to speak about Student Stress at Parent Education Night.

Josie Thillet demonstrated INTEGRITY when she alerted a teacher that she was given more credit than she had earned on a quiz.

***Athletic Signing and Recognition Ceremony – The Cannon community is excited to celebrate as Mitch Jeter declares his intent to take his academic and athletic talents to the collegiate level. Friends and teachers are invited to attend the ceremony today (Friday), at 11:40 am in Foundation Hall.

Model UN members: please attend our MUNday meeting during lunch in the Library Annex to hear from our members who just attended JHUMUNC! This will be a valuable opportunity to hear about higher-level competition, first-time experiences in crisis, and traveling team adventures. Come ready with questions! See you MONDAY! ***Team members going to NYC: please work with Mr. K on your position papers and remember those are due February 14!!!!!***

This a reminder that applications for Mu Alpha Theta—the math honor society—are due to Mr. Scurlock no later than Tuesday, February 18^th.  Please print the application at https://bit.ly/2Osif1j. If you have questions, please reach out to your math teacher.

To be inducted into Mu Alpha Theta a student must meet all of the following criteria.

A student must:

• Be a junior or senior.
• Have completed any level of Precalculus.
• Have been enrolled at Cannon for one full year.
• Enrolled in or completed an AP math course
• Have earned a 3.7 unweighted GPA in all math courses.
• Have earned a 3.5 unweighted GPA all courses.
• Complete the application by the posted deadline

Bright Star Opens Next Week!

Cannon Theater Company invites you to experience our winter musical “Bright Star”, running next week Thursday, Friday, and Saturday Feb 13-15 at 7:00pm. Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s “Bright Star” tells an uplifting tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of North Carolina in the 1920s and ‘40s. A team of 33 performers, 10 crew members, and 10 musicians (not to mention the dozens of other students, faculty, and parents who have been involved) have been working hard to bring this beautiful story to life and are excited to share it with you. Admission is free for Cannon families, faculty, staff and alumni, $10 for guests. Tickets will be sold at the door.

Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors:  Election season is beginning!  If you live a life of HONOR and would like to help Cannon School’s Honor Council, please stop by to meet with either Ms. Beth Lineberger or Dean Booker to discuss this opportunity.  Speeches need to be submitted by February 21^st at 4pm.

Trouble getting or staying organized?  Difficulty managing your time? Need an accountability partner to help keep your goals on track? Looking for some fresh work or study space scenery? Absences or early dismissals got you feeling behind? How can Academic Coaching at Cannon (ACC) help you push to a strong finish for Trimester 2?

Sign up for an academic coaching session (Room 606) – time slots are available this week! Our Academic Coaching team (Mrs. Weakland, Mr. Smith, Mrs. Kulp, Mr. Hatcher, Mrs. Calles, and Mrs. Mattsson) are ready to support YOU in the way YOU choose!  YOU decide date and time of appointment, frequency of appointments (3x is recommended!), length of appointment, and the content of appointment.

Use the ACADEMIC COACHING QR CODES posted throughout the building and outside teachers’ classrooms to secure an appointment with one of our AWESOME Academic Coaches!

Let’s clear the air and protect what we love! Drop in for an evening of aerial yoga and environmental awareness. This event will take place on Saturday, February 22 at The Yoga Cove Concord. All are welcome! We will be hosting 4 sessions, starting at 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30 pm. Admission price is $12 for one 30 minute session. The funds from this event will be donated to Sustain Charlotte, a local non-profit that supports and inspires our world’s citizens to live healthy, sustainable lives. We hope you will consider joining us! To register, click on the link below:

https://forms.gle/DWLbJtQnHX2dmo5DA

Together, we can make a world of difference.

Fondly,

Emily Busby and Sara Trufant

ebusby@cannonschool.org

satrufant@cannonschool.org

RHO KAPPA, Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. RHO KAPPA provides national recognition and opportunities for exploration in the social studies.

The mission and purpose of this organization is:

• • to promote scholarship and to recognize academic excellence in social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to provide through its local chapters opportunities for exploration in the social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to encourage interest in, understanding of, and appreciation for the social studies.

Candidates for membership should:

1. Have been in attendance at the school in which the chapter resides for the equivalent of one semester prior to being considered.
2. Have completed four semesters of courses in the field of social studies and be prepared to complete at least six semesters. The minimum grade point average for these courses is a weighted 3.67 or the numerical equivalent.
3. Have an overall cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or the numerical equivalent.
4. Have a proven track record of interest and participation in service-related activities.
5. Have a proven track record of strong attendance and positive contribution to a community of learning in a social studies classroom.

If you meet the requirements listed above, please request an application from Ms. Harley at sharley@cannonschool.org no later than 31 January 2020 at 3 pm.  Applications are due no later than 13 February 2020 at 3pm. Questions? Speak with any Social Studies teacher.

Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores are invited to sign-up on Naviance Student to visit with College Admission Representatives coming to Cannon School.  Students must get permission from their classroom teachers prior to attending an admissions event. Students who need assistance accessing their Naviance account or registering for college visits should contact their college counselor.

3/24:     University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Baylor University

“Life is not so much what you accomplish as what you overcome.” -Robin Roberts

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Charlie Barr

Colin Bullard and Tag DuMond showed KINDNESS as they offered to take trays back to the dining hall.

***Model UN members: please attend our MUNday meeting during lunch in the Library Annex to hear from our members who just attended JHUMUNC! This will be a valuable opportunity to hear about higher-level competition, first-time experiences in crisis, and traveling team adventures. Come ready with questions! See you MONDAY! ***Team members going to NYC: please work with Mr. K on your position papers and remember those are due February 14!!!!!***

This a reminder that applications for Mu Alpha Theta—the math honor society—are due to Mr. Scurlock no later than Tuesday, February 18^th.  Please print the application at https://bit.ly/2Osif1j. If you have questions, please reach out to your math teacher.

To be inducted into Mu Alpha Theta a student must meet all of the following criteria.

A student must:

• Be a junior or senior.
• Have completed any level of Precalculus.
• Have been enrolled at Cannon for one full year.
• Enrolled in or completed an AP math course
• Have earned a 3.7 unweighted GPA in all math courses.
• Have earned a 3.5 unweighted GPA all courses.
• Complete the application by the posted deadline

Bright Star Opens Next Week!

Cannon Theater Company invites you to experience our winter musical “Bright Star”, running next week Thursday, Friday, and Saturday Feb 13-15 at 7:00pm. Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s “Bright Star” tells an uplifting tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of North Carolina in the 1920s and ‘40s. A team of 33 performers, 10 crew members, and 10 musicians (not to mention the dozens of other students, faculty, and parents who have been involved) have been working hard to bring this beautiful story to life and are excited to share it with you. Admission is free for Cannon families, faculty, staff and alumni, $10 for guests. Tickets will be sold at the door.

Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors:  Election season is beginning!  If you live a life of HONOR and would like to help Cannon School’s Honor Council, please stop by to meet with either Ms. Beth Lineberger or Dean Booker to discuss this opportunity.  Speeches need to be submitted by February 21^st at 4pm.

Trouble getting or staying organized?  Difficulty managing your time? Need an accountability partner to help keep your goals on track? Looking for some fresh work or study space scenery? Absences or early dismissals got you feeling behind? How can Academic Coaching at Cannon (ACC) help you push to a strong finish for Trimester 2?

Sign up for an academic coaching session (Room 606) – time slots are available this week! Our Academic Coaching team (Mrs. Weakland, Mr. Smith, Mrs. Kulp, Mr. Hatcher, Mrs. Calles, and Mrs. Mattsson) are ready to support YOU in the way YOU choose!  YOU decide date and time of appointment, frequency of appointments (3x is recommended!), length of appointment, and the content of appointment.

Use the ACADEMIC COACHING QR CODES posted throughout the building and outside teachers’ classrooms to secure an appointment with one of our AWESOME Academic Coaches!

Let’s clear the air and protect what we love! Drop in for an evening of aerial yoga and environmental awareness. This event will take place on Saturday, February 22 at The Yoga Cove Concord. All are welcome! We will be hosting 4 sessions, starting at 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30 pm. Admission price is $12 for one 30 minute session. The funds from this event will be donated to Sustain Charlotte, a local non-profit that supports and inspires our world’s citizens to live healthy, sustainable lives. We hope you will consider joining us! To register, click on the link below:

https://forms.gle/DWLbJtQnHX2dmo5DA

Together, we can make a world of difference.

Fondly,

Emily Busby and Sara Trufant

ebusby@cannonschool.org

satrufant@cannonschool.org

RHO KAPPA, Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. RHO KAPPA provides national recognition and opportunities for exploration in the social studies.

The mission and purpose of this organization is:

• • to promote scholarship and to recognize academic excellence in social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to provide through its local chapters opportunities for exploration in the social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to encourage interest in, understanding of, and appreciation for the social studies.

Candidates for membership should:

1. Have been in attendance at the school in which the chapter resides for the equivalent of one semester prior to being considered.
2. Have completed four semesters of courses in the field of social studies and be prepared to complete at least six semesters. The minimum grade point average for these courses is a weighted 3.67 or the numerical equivalent.
3. Have an overall cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or the numerical equivalent.
4. Have a proven track record of interest and participation in service-related activities.
5. Have a proven track record of strong attendance and positive contribution to a community of learning in a social studies classroom.

If you meet the requirements listed above, please request an application from Ms. Harley at sharley@cannonschool.org no later than 31 January 2020 at 3 pm.  Applications are due no later than 13 February 2020 at 3pm. Questions? Speak with any Social Studies teacher.

Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores are invited to sign-up on Naviance Student to visit with College Admission Representatives coming to Cannon School.  Students must get permission from their classroom teachers prior to attending an admissions event. Students who need assistance accessing their Naviance account or registering for college visits should contact their college counselor.

3/24:     University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Baylor University

“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” -Maya Angelou

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No birthdays! 

Marielle Bumgarner and Ainsley Smalley demonstrated KINDNESS when they waited patiently for a condiment bottle to be refilled in the cafeteria and then took the time to deliver some honey mustard to a faculty member in the upper school building. They had noticed that he was searching for that dipping sauce, too.

Allie Coffey showed KINDNESS when she gave directions to a parent and then went out of her way to walk the parent to a classroom.

***This a reminder that applications for Mu Alpha Theta—the math honor society—are due to Mr. Scurlock no later than Tuesday, February 18^th.  Please print the application at https://bit.ly/2Osif1j. If you have questions, please reach out to your math teacher.

To be inducted into Mu Alpha Theta a student must meet all of the following criteria.

A student must:

• Be a junior or senior.
• Have completed any level of Precalculus.
• Have been enrolled at Cannon for one full year.
• Enrolled in or completed an AP math course
• Have earned a 3.7 unweighted GPA in all math courses.
• Have earned a 3.5 unweighted GPA all courses.
• Complete the application by the posted deadline

***Bright Star Opens Next Week!

Cannon Theater Company invites you to experience our winter musical “Bright Star”, running next week Thursday, Friday, and Saturday Feb 13-15 at 7:00pm. Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s “Bright Star” tells an uplifting tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of North Carolina in the 1920s and ‘40s. A team of 33 performers, 10 crew members, and 10 musicians (not to mention the dozens of other students, faculty, and parents who have been involved) have been working hard to bring this beautiful story to life and are excited to share it with you. Admission is free for Cannon families, faculty, staff and alumni, $10 for guests. Tickets will be sold at the door.

***Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors:  Election season is beginning!  If you live a life of HONOR and would like to help Cannon School’s Honor Council, please stop by to meet with either Ms. Beth Lineberger or Dean Booker to discuss this opportunity.  Speeches need to be submitted by February 21^st at 4pm.

Trouble getting or staying organized?  Difficulty managing your time? Need an accountability partner to help keep your goals on track? Looking for some fresh work or study space scenery? Absences or early dismissals got you feeling behind? How can Academic Coaching at Cannon (ACC) help you push to a strong finish for Trimester 2?

Sign up for an academic coaching session (Room 606) – time slots are available this week! Our Academic Coaching team (Mrs. Weakland, Mr. Smith, Mrs. Kulp, Mr. Hatcher, Mrs. Calles, and Mrs. Mattsson) are ready to support YOU in the way YOU choose!  YOU decide date and time of appointment, frequency of appointments (3x is recommended!), length of appointment, and the content of appointment.

Use the ACADEMIC COACHING QR CODES posted throughout the building and outside teachers’ classrooms to secure an appointment with one of our AWESOME Academic Coaches!

Let’s clear the air and protect what we love! Drop in for an evening of aerial yoga and environmental awareness. This event will take place on Saturday, February 22 at The Yoga Cove Concord. All are welcome! We will be hosting 4 sessions, starting at 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30 pm. Admission price is $12 for one 30 minute session. The funds from this event will be donated to Sustain Charlotte, a local non-profit that supports and inspires our world’s citizens to live healthy, sustainable lives. We hope you will consider joining us! To register, click on the link below:

https://forms.gle/DWLbJtQnHX2dmo5DA

Together, we can make a world of difference.

Fondly,

Emily Busby and Sara Trufant

ebusby@cannonschool.org

satrufant@cannonschool.org

RHO KAPPA, Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. RHO KAPPA provides national recognition and opportunities for exploration in the social studies.

The mission and purpose of this organization is:

• • to promote scholarship and to recognize academic excellence in social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to provide through its local chapters opportunities for exploration in the social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to encourage interest in, understanding of, and appreciation for the social studies.

Candidates for membership should:

1. Have been in attendance at the school in which the chapter resides for the equivalent of one semester prior to being considered.
2. Have completed four semesters of courses in the field of social studies and be prepared to complete at least six semesters. The minimum grade point average for these courses is a weighted 3.67 or the numerical equivalent.
3. Have an overall cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or the numerical equivalent.
4. Have a proven track record of interest and participation in service-related activities.
5. Have a proven track record of strong attendance and positive contribution to a community of learning in a social studies classroom.

If you meet the requirements listed above, please request an application from Ms. Harley at sharley@cannonschool.org no later than 31 January 2020 at 3 pm.  Applications are due no later than 13 February 2020 at 3pm. Questions? Speak with any Social Studies teacher.

***Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores are invited to sign-up on Naviance Student to visit with College Admission Representatives coming to Cannon School.  Students must get permission from their classroom teachers prior to attending an admissions event. Students who need assistance accessing their Naviance account or registering for college visits should contact their college counselor.

2/5:        University of Tennessee, Knoxville

3/24:     University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Baylor University

“The time is always right to do what is right.” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 

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Sophie Jenkins

Dylan Kabasakalian

Davis Norton

Nicky Vaccaro

***Nacho Average Food Truck will be on campus today. Please take a look at the menu:

Trouble getting or staying organized?  Difficulty managing your time? Need an accountability partner to help keep your goals on track? Looking for some fresh work or study space scenery? Absences or early dismissals got you feeling behind? How can Academic Coaching at Cannon (ACC) help you push to a strong finish for Trimester 2?

Sign up for an academic coaching session (Room 606) – time slots are available this week! Our Academic Coaching team (Mrs. Weakland, Mr. Smith, Mrs. Kulp, Mr. Hatcher, Mrs. Calles, and Mrs. Mattsson) are ready to support YOU in the way YOU choose!  YOU decide date and time of appointment, frequency of appointments (3x is recommended!), length of appointment, and the content of appointment.

Use the ACADEMIC COACHING QR CODES posted throughout the building and outside teachers’ classrooms to secure an appointment with one of our AWESOME Academic Coaches!

There will be a meeting for all men interested in playing Varsity Golf for Cannon School for the 2020 season on Tuesday, February 4 at 11:15 am in the Marion Field House.  Please meet Coach Whisenant at this time to learn more about the season and tryouts.

Let’s clear the air and protect what we love! Drop in for an evening of aerial yoga and environmental awareness. This event will take place on Saturday, February 22 at The Yoga Cove Concord. All are welcome! We will be hosting 4 sessions, starting at 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30 pm. Admission price is $12 for one 30 minute session. The funds from this event will be donated to Sustain Charlotte, a local non-profit that supports and inspires our world’s citizens to live healthy, sustainable lives. We hope you will consider joining us! To register, click on the link below:

https://forms.gle/DWLbJtQnHX2dmo5DA

Together, we can make a world of difference.

Fondly,

Emily Busby and Sara Trufant

ebusby@cannonschool.org

satrufant@cannonschool.org

RHO KAPPA, Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. RHO KAPPA provides national recognition and opportunities for exploration in the social studies.

The mission and purpose of this organization is:

• • to promote scholarship and to recognize academic excellence in social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to provide through its local chapters opportunities for exploration in the social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to encourage interest in, understanding of, and appreciation for the social studies.

Candidates for membership should:

1. Have been in attendance at the school in which the chapter resides for the equivalent of one semester prior to being considered.
2. Have completed four semesters of courses in the field of social studies and be prepared to complete at least six semesters. The minimum grade point average for these courses is a weighted 3.67 or the numerical equivalent.
3. Have an overall cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or the numerical equivalent.
4. Have a proven track record of interest and participation in service-related activities.
5. Have a proven track record of strong attendance and positive contribution to a community of learning in a social studies classroom.

If you meet the requirements listed above, please request an application from Ms. Harley at sharley@cannonschool.org no later than 31 January 2020 at 3 pm.  Applications are due no later than 13 February 2020 at 3pm. Questions? Speak with any Social Studies teacher.

***Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores are invited to sign-up on Naviance Student to visit with College Admission Representatives coming to Cannon School.  Students must get permission from their classroom teachers prior to attending an admissions event. Students who need assistance accessing their Naviance account or registering for college visits should contact their college counselor.

2/5:        University of Tennessee, Knoxville

3/24:     University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Baylor University

“If there is no struggle, there is no progress.” – Frederick Douglass

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Today: Jackson Carlock

2/2: Brian Murphy

Tucker Kelley went out of his way and showed KINDNESS when he offered to help the PE teachers carry a heavy object from one gym to the other.

***Trouble getting or staying organized?  Difficulty managing your time? Need an accountability partner to help keep your goals on track? Looking for some fresh work or study space scenery? Absences or early dismissals got you feeling behind? How can Academic Coaching at Cannon (ACC) help you push to a strong finish for Trimester 2?

Sign up for an academic coaching session (Room 606) – time slots are available this week! Our Academic Coaching team (Mrs. Weakland, Mr. Smith, Mrs. Kulp, Mr. Hatcher, Mrs. Calles, and Mrs. Mattsson) are ready to support YOU in the way YOU choose!  YOU decide date and time of appointment, frequency of appointments (3x is recommended!), length of appointment, and the content of appointment.

Use the ACADEMIC COACHING QR CODES posted throughout the building and outside teachers’ classrooms to secure an appointment with one of our AWESOME Academic Coaches!

There will be a meeting for all men interested in playing Varsity Golf for Cannon School for the 2020 season on Tuesday, February 4 at 11:15 am in the Marion Field House.  Please meet Coach Whisenant at this time to learn more about the season and tryouts.

The Track & Field Team Store is open now until Feb 2nd for ordering clothes.

Go to www.solplusapparel.com and click on CANNON

then down to HS Track & Field.

There are 3 REQUIRED items.

The price of the REQUIRED Hoodie includes

student’s last name printed on back.

Website will close on February 2^nd

Let’s clear the air and protect what we love! Drop in for an evening of aerial yoga and environmental awareness. This event will take place on Saturday, February 22 at The Yoga Cove Concord. All are welcome! We will be hosting 4 sessions, starting at 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30 pm. Admission price is $12 for one 30 minute session. The funds from this event will be donated to Sustain Charlotte, a local non-profit that supports and inspires our world’s citizens to live healthy, sustainable lives. We hope you will consider joining us! To register, click on the link below:

https://forms.gle/DWLbJtQnHX2dmo5DA

Together, we can make a world of difference.

Fondly,

Emily Busby and Sara Trufant

ebusby@cannonschool.org

satrufant@cannonschool.org

RHO KAPPA, Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. RHO KAPPA provides national recognition and opportunities for exploration in the social studies.

The mission and purpose of this organization is:

• • to promote scholarship and to recognize academic excellence in social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to provide through its local chapters opportunities for exploration in the social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to encourage interest in, understanding of, and appreciation for the social studies.

Candidates for membership should:

1. Have been in attendance at the school in which the chapter resides for the equivalent of one semester prior to being considered.
2. Have completed four semesters of courses in the field of social studies and be prepared to complete at least six semesters. The minimum grade point average for these courses is a weighted 3.67 or the numerical equivalent.
3. Have an overall cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or the numerical equivalent.
4. Have a proven track record of interest and participation in service-related activities.
5. Have a proven track record of strong attendance and positive contribution to a community of learning in a social studies classroom.

If you meet the requirements listed above, please request an application from Ms. Harley at sharley@cannonschool.org no later than 31 January 2020 at 3 pm.  Applications are due no later than 13 February 2020 at 3pm. Questions? Speak with any Social Studies teacher.

***Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores are invited to sign-up on Naviance Student to visit with College Admission Representatives coming to Cannon School.  Students must get permission from their classroom teachers prior to attending an admissions event. Students who need assistance accessing their Naviance account or registering for college visits should contact their college counselor.

2/5:        University of Tennessee, Knoxville

3/24:     University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Baylor University

“Dedication sees dreams come true.” -Kobe Bryant

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Helen Craft and Max McDermott

Madeleine Calcagno demonstrated KINDNESS by offering to put away all of the AP workbooks.

Mary Margaret Ellis has demonstrated COURAGE by taking up ice-skating. She has been going to weekly lessons and practice very diligently.

Hayes Galloway and Eli Snodgrass demonstrated TEAMWORK when they helped  with a heavy task.

Come make cards with House Humanitas during lunch in the cube on Thursday and Friday to support the veterans of Honor Flight. Honor Flight is a non-profit organization dedicated to honoring and celebrating United States veterans. They transport as many military veterans as possible to see the memorials of the respective war they fought in Washington, DC, at no cost to the veterans. Hope to see you there!

Please use the link below to vote for Reigan Richardson as Charlotte’s High School Basketball Player of the Week!

 https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/high-school/article239673963.html

Please use the link below to vote for DJ Nix as Charlotte’s High School Basketball Player of the Week:

https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/high-school/article239676613.html

House Humanitas and the Student Council are hosting a bake sale on Friday, January 31st during lunch. The proceeds will go to the Red Cross’s bushfire relief efforts. Buy a baked product and help your Australian brethren!

The Cannon girls’ and boys’ varsity basketball teams are playing Providence Day this Friday, January 31st.

There will be a meeting for all men interested in playing Varsity Golf for Cannon School for the 2020 season on Tuesday, February 4 at 11:15 am in the Marion Field House.  Please meet Coach Whisenant at this time to learn more about the season and tryouts.

The Track & Field Team Store is open now until Feb 2nd for ordering clothes.

Go to www.solplusapparel.com and click on CANNON

then down to HS Track & Field.

There are 3 REQUIRED items.

The price of the REQUIRED Hoodie includes

student’s last name printed on back.

Website will close on February 2^nd!

Let’s clear the air and protect what we love! Drop in for an evening of aerial yoga and environmental awareness. This event will take place on Saturday, February 22 at The Yoga Cove Concord. All are welcome! We will be hosting 4 sessions, starting at 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30 pm. Admission price is $12 for one 30 minute session. The funds from this event will be donated to Sustain Charlotte, a local non-profit that supports and inspires our world’s citizens to live healthy, sustainable lives. We hope you will consider joining us! To register, click on the link below:

https://forms.gle/DWLbJtQnHX2dmo5DA

Together, we can make a world of difference.

Fondly,

Emily Busby and Sara Trufant

ebusby@cannonschool.org

satrufant@cannonschool.org

RHO KAPPA, Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. RHO KAPPA provides national recognition and opportunities for exploration in the social studies.

The mission and purpose of this organization is:

• • to promote scholarship and to recognize academic excellence in social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to provide through its local chapters opportunities for exploration in the social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to encourage interest in, understanding of, and appreciation for the social studies.

Candidates for membership should:

1. Have been in attendance at the school in which the chapter resides for the equivalent of one semester prior to being considered.
2. Have completed four semesters of courses in the field of social studies and be prepared to complete at least six semesters. The minimum grade point average for these courses is a weighted 3.67 or the numerical equivalent.
3. Have an overall cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or the numerical equivalent.
4. Have a proven track record of interest and participation in service-related activities.
5. Have a proven track record of strong attendance and positive contribution to a community of learning in a social studies classroom.

If you meet the requirements listed above, please request an application from Ms. Harley at sharley@cannonschool.org no later than 31 January 2020 at 3 pm.  Applications are due no later than 13 February 2020 at 3pm. Questions? Speak with any Social Studies teacher.

“The moment you give up, is the moment you let someone else win.” -Kobe Bryant

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Myles Stradford

Leland Raines demonstrated KINDNESS when he offered to take lunch trays back to the dining hall.

Tucker Kelley demonstrated INTEGRITY when he turned in a wallet he found in the hallway.

Andrew Andujar demonstrated TEAMWORK when he helped Dean Zelaya with a task after school.

Come make cards with House Humanitas during lunch in the cube on Thursday and Friday to support the veterans of Honor Flight. Honor Flight is a non-profit organization dedicated to honoring and celebrating United States veterans. They transport as many military veterans as possible to see the memorials of the respective war they fought in Washington, DC, at no cost to the veterans. Hope to see you there!

Please use the link below to vote for Reigan Richardson as Charlotte’s High School Basketball Player of the Week!

 https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/high-school/article239673963.html

Please use the link below to vote for DJ Nix as Charlotte’s High School Basketball Player of the Week:

https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/high-school/article239676613.html

House Humanitas and the Student Council are hosting a bake sale on Friday, January 31st during lunch. The proceeds will go to the Red Cross’s bushfire relief efforts. Buy a baked product and help your Australian brethren!

The Cannon girls’ and boys’ varsity basketball teams are playing Providence Day this Friday, January 31st.

There will be a meeting for all men interested in playing Varsity Golf for Cannon School for the 2020 season on Tuesday, February 4 at 11:15 am in the Marion Field House.  Please meet Coach Whisenant at this time to learn more about the season and tryouts.

The Track & Field Team Store is open now until Feb 2nd for ordering clothes.

Go to www.solplusapparel.com and click on CANNON

then down to HS Track & Field.

There are 3 REQUIRED items.

The price of the REQUIRED Hoodie includes

student’s last name printed on back.

Website will close on February 2^nd!

Let’s clear the air and protect what we love! Drop in for an evening of aerial yoga and environmental awareness. This event will take place on Saturday, February 22 at The Yoga Cove Concord. All are welcome! We will be hosting 4 sessions, starting at 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30 pm. Admission price is $12 for one 30 minute session. The funds from this event will be donated to Sustain Charlotte, a local non-profit that supports and inspires our world’s citizens to live healthy, sustainable lives. We hope you will consider joining us! To register, click on the link below:

https://forms.gle/DWLbJtQnHX2dmo5DA

Together, we can make a world of difference.

Fondly,

Emily Busby and Sara Trufant

ebusby@cannonschool.org

satrufant@cannonschool.org

RHO KAPPA, Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. RHO KAPPA provides national recognition and opportunities for exploration in the social studies.

The mission and purpose of this organization is:

• • to promote scholarship and to recognize academic excellence in social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to provide through its local chapters opportunities for exploration in the social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to encourage interest in, understanding of, and appreciation for the social studies.

Candidates for membership should:

1. Have been in attendance at the school in which the chapter resides for the equivalent of one semester prior to being considered.
2. Have completed four semesters of courses in the field of social studies and be prepared to complete at least six semesters. The minimum grade point average for these courses is a weighted 3.67 or the numerical equivalent.
3. Have an overall cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or the numerical equivalent.
4. Have a proven track record of interest and participation in service-related activities.
5. Have a proven track record of strong attendance and positive contribution to a community of learning in a social studies classroom.

If you meet the requirements listed above, please request an application from Ms. Harley at sharley@cannonschool.org no later than 31 January 2020 at 3 pm.  Applications are due no later than 13 February 2020 at 3pm. Questions? Speak with any Social Studies teacher.

“I’m reflective only in the sense that I learn to move forward. I reflect with a purpose.” -Kobe Bryant

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Sydney Vance

Jaime Landau displayed KINDNESS when he turned in money found in the hallway.

Maddie Johnson, Azlynn Anderson, Jack McDermott and Emily Cleveland did a wonderful job discussing their summer experiences on a panel for Freshmen! Thank you for sharing your Passions. 

Nick Reulbach displayed KINDNESS as he offered to take the lunch trays back to the dining hall.

***Leadership Lunch TODAY in the Hill Grimmett Multipurpose Center

Martin Rooney is an internationally recognized coach and best-selling author.  A former Division I track athlete, US bobsledder and orthopedic therapist, he is the creator of Training for Warriors.  His systems are used in 275 locations in 28 different countries.  Coach Rooney has consulted major universities, professional sports teams, Fortune 500 companies and military organizations.  He has also trained 1000’s of high school, college and professional athletes, Olympic medalists and World Champions.

***Come make cards with House Humanitas during lunch in the cube on Thursday and Friday to support the veterans of Honor Flight. Honor Flight is a non-profit organization dedicated to honoring and celebrating United States veterans. They transport as many military veterans as possible to see the memorials of the respective war they fought in Washington, DC, at no cost to the veterans. Hope to see you there!

***Please use the link below to vote for Reigan Richardson as Charlotte’s High School Basketball Player of the Week!

 https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/high-school/article239673963.html

***Please use the link below to vote for DJ Nix as Charlotte’s High School Basketball Player of the Week:

https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/high-school/article239676613.html

***House Humanitas and the Student Council are hosting a bake sale on Friday, January 31st during lunch. The proceeds will go to the Red Cross’s bushfire relief efforts. Buy a baked product and help your Australian brethren!

The Cannon girls’ and boys’ varsity basketball teams are playing Providence Day this Friday, January 31st.

There will be a meeting for all men interested in playing Varsity Golf for Cannon School for the 2020 season on Tuesday, February 4 at 11:15 am in the Marion Field House.  Please meet Coach Whisenant at this time to learn more about the season and tryouts.

The Track & Field Team Store is open now until Feb 2nd for ordering clothes.

Go to www.solplusapparel.com and click on CANNON

then down to HS Track & Field.

There are 3 REQUIRED items.

The price of the REQUIRED Hoodie includes

student’s last name printed on back.

Website will close on February 2^nd!

Let’s clear the air and protect what we love! Drop in for an evening of aerial yoga and environmental awareness. This event will take place on Saturday, February 22 at The Yoga Cove Concord. All are welcome! We will be hosting 4 sessions, starting at 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30 pm. Admission price is $12 for one 30 minute session. The funds from this event will be donated to Sustain Charlotte, a local non-profit that supports and inspires our world’s citizens to live healthy, sustainable lives. We hope you will consider joining us! To register, click on the link below:

https://forms.gle/DWLbJtQnHX2dmo5DA

Together, we can make a world of difference.

Fondly,

Emily Busby and Sara Trufant

ebusby@cannonschool.org

satrufant@cannonschool.org

RHO KAPPA, Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. RHO KAPPA provides national recognition and opportunities for exploration in the social studies.

The mission and purpose of this organization is:

• • to promote scholarship and to recognize academic excellence in social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to provide through its local chapters opportunities for exploration in the social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to encourage interest in, understanding of, and appreciation for the social studies.

Candidates for membership should:

1. Have been in attendance at the school in which the chapter resides for the equivalent of one semester prior to being considered.
2. Have completed four semesters of courses in the field of social studies and be prepared to complete at least six semesters. The minimum grade point average for these courses is a weighted 3.67 or the numerical equivalent.
3. Have an overall cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or the numerical equivalent.
4. Have a proven track record of interest and participation in service-related activities.
5. Have a proven track record of strong attendance and positive contribution to a community of learning in a social studies classroom.

If you meet the requirements listed above, please request an application from Ms. Harley at sharley@cannonschool.org no later than 31 January 2020 at 3 pm.  Applications are due no later than 13 February 2020 at 3pm. Questions? Speak with any Social Studies teacher.

Interested in becoming a Camp Cannon Jr Counselor? Please click on the link to complete the application:

https://www.cannonschool.org/about-cannon/employment-opportunities

“I’ll do whatever it takes to win games, whether it’s sitting on a bench waving a towel, handing a cup of water to a teammate, or hitting the game-winning shot.” -Kobe Bryant

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No birthdays!

Conrad Randall-Bauer showed KINDNESS when he offered to help Mrs. Otey bring in a large plastic container from her car.

Reilly Kungl and Reid Bertram showed KINDNESS when they returned a pair of AirPods dropped in the student parking lot.

***The Cannon girls’ and boys’ varsity basketball teams are playing Providence Day this Friday, January 31st.

***There will be a meeting for all men interested in playing Varsity Golf for Cannon School for the 2020 season on Tuesday, February 4 at 11:15 am in the Marion Field House.  Please meet Coach Whisenant at this time to learn more about the season and tryouts.

The Track & Field Team Store is open now until Feb 2nd for ordering clothes.

Go to www.solplusapparel.com and click on CANNON

then down to HS Track & Field.

There are 3 REQUIRED items.

The price of the REQUIRED Hoodie includes

student’s last name printed on back.

Website will close on February 2^nd!

Let’s clear the air and protect what we love! Drop in for an evening of aerial yoga and environmental awareness. This event will take place on Saturday, February 22 at The Yoga Cove Concord. All are welcome! We will be hosting 4 sessions, starting at 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30 pm. Admission price is $12 for one 30 minute session. The funds from this event will be donated to Sustain Charlotte, a local non-profit that supports and inspires our world’s citizens to live healthy, sustainable lives. We hope you will consider joining us! To register, click on the link below:

https://forms.gle/DWLbJtQnHX2dmo5DA

Together, we can make a world of difference.

Fondly,

Emily Busby and Sara Trufant

ebusby@cannonschool.org

satrufant@cannonschool.org

RHO KAPPA, Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. RHO KAPPA provides national recognition and opportunities for exploration in the social studies.

The mission and purpose of this organization is:

• • to promote scholarship and to recognize academic excellence in social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to provide through its local chapters opportunities for exploration in the social studies in secondary school environments and the community.
  • to encourage interest in, understanding of, and appreciation for the social studies.

Candidates for membership should:

1. Have been in attendance at the school in which the chapter resides for the equivalent of one semester prior to being considered.
2. Have completed four semesters of courses in the field of social studies and be prepared to complete at least six semesters. The minimum grade point average for these courses is a weighted 3.67 or the numerical equivalent.
3. Have an overall cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or the numerical equivalent.
4. Have a proven track record of interest and participation in service-related activities.
5. Have a proven track record of strong attendance and positive contribution to a community of learning in a social studies classroom.

If you meet the requirements listed above, please request an application from Ms. Harley at sharley@cannonschool.org no later than 31 January 2020 at 3 pm.  Applications are due no later than 13 February 2020 at 3pm. Questions? Speak with any Social Studies teacher.

Interested in becoming a Camp Cannon Jr Counselor? Please click on the link to complete the application:

https://www.cannonschool.org/about-cannon/employment-opportunities