SAIL Family,

 

Welcome back! We hope that you were able to enjoy a great Spring Break! It is the week of 3/18. Let’s take a look at the latest news and events happening at SAIL.

 

This Week’s Activities

 

Monday, March 18^th - NO SCHOOL - Teacher Inservice Day

 

Tuesday, March 19^th - Students Return to School

 

We happily welcome our students back to campus on Tuesday! As a reminder, Tuesday also marks the beginning of the 4^th Nine Weeks Grading Period! Report cards will be released on March 27^th at 4:00 pm via Focus. 

 

PTSO Meeting is Tuesday March 19^th at 8:30 via Zoom

 

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Please join us for the PTSO meeting that will take place on Tuesday March 19^th  at 8:30 via Zoom.

Join Zoom Meeting

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Meeting ID: 842 0589 3111
Passcode: 23240204

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Announcements

 

 

CNA registration for Current Sophomores!

 

Reminder to students who have their CNA applications, please get them completed over Spring Break.

 

10^th graders interested in CNA, it isn’t too late! See information below:

Lively Technical College offers dual enrollment on our campus for their Certified Nursing Program (CNA). This is a 2 yr. program beginning in the 11th grade. The CNA program  provides coursework in Basic Healthcare Worker (11th grade) and Nurse Aide and Orderly as well as Phlebotomy (12th grade). Students who complete both years will sit  for the certification test and have the potential to graduate as a certified CNA. Our SAIL students have a 100% pass rate on the CNA certification test each year. Certified students leave SAIL with the ability to secure work as a CNA right out of high school!

The requirement for the program are as followed:

• Complete application in its entirety by the extended deadline of April 1^st. This is a HARD deadline! No applications will be accepted after this date.
• Unweighted grade-point average (GPA) of a 2.5 with a grade of "C" or higher in ALL academic courses
• Two teacher recommendations
• No more than TWO referrals per academic school year as defined by the Code of Student Conduct.

 

There is an interest sign-up sheet in the front office. Mrs. John will meet with each student individually. Students may also reach out to Mrs. John for additional questions.

 

 

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Leon Works Junior Apprenticeships - Applications Due March 31

 

In partnership with Leon County Schools and CareerSource Capital Region, the  Leon Works Junior Apprenticeship Program provides Leon County high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn hourly wages while building valuable workforce skills. The new policy, which went into effect on January 1, 2023, now provides high school students who attend charter, private and virtual school, along with public school, the opportunity to learn skilled trades while getting paid.

 

For more information, click HERE.

 

 

Student Requirements:

• Must be a junior or a senior residing in Leon County and attending either a Leon County Schools District high school, LCS Virtual School, or a Charter, Private, Public school within Leon County.
• Must be enrolled in or have previously completed a Career & Technical Education (CTE) program or other coursework that is related to the Junior Apprenticeship positions they are applying for.
• Must be able to work 10-15 hours per week during normal Leon County Government business hours (Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm) for the entire length of the Leon Works Junior Apprenticeship program.
• Must meet Leon County Schools’ requirements for participating in OJT even if the student attends a non-Leon County Schools District school:

 

• 2.5 Minimum GPA
• No more than five (5) absences per nine (9) weeks
• Able to provide their own transportation to job interviews and to work.
• Must meet eligibility requirements for in-school youth as defined in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Public Law 113-128 if employed by CareerSource through LEAP.

 

Applications are now open!

• Leon Works Junior Apprenticeship website: https://cms.leoncountyfl.gov/jrapprentice/
• Electronic Application link: Leon Works Junior Apprentice Application

 

Once a student submits the application, the Mrs. John will receive an email notification of the submission.

 

Please Note:  All applications must be verified for eligibility and accuracy by Mrs. John to be accepted.

 

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2024 Leon Works Expo!

 

ALL Juniors and a limited amount of Seniors will attend the 2024 Leon Works on April 12, 2024, this year. Save the date. Permissions slips will be dispersed on March 19^th and are due back to Mrs. John on March 29th. Transportation and lunch will be provided. We have reserved 80 seats. 1^st preference to Juniors!

 

WHEN	WHERE
Friday, April 12, 2024 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM	Donald L. Tucker Civic Center 505 West Pensacola Street Tallahassee, FL 32301

 

 

 

Chain of Parks Art Festival ~ April 20^th – 21^st

LeMoyne’s Chain of Parks Art Festival is an outdoor fine arts festival which brings some of the top artist from all over the nation to Tallahassee. Along with seeing amazing art, people will be exposed to a wide variety of live entertainment on the main stage, local food trucks, vendors, professional chalk artists, folk art and much, much more. This two-day art festival is free and open to the public. For more information, please click on the link:  Chain of Parks Festival

 

Senior News

Senior Fee is $80

Grad Bash is April 20^th

 

Testing Updates

 

• March 29^th – SAT testing for registered juniors and seniors

 

College Entrance Exams

 

SAT Entrance Exam – Register on College Board Website

 

 

ACT Entrance Exam – Register on ACT Website

 

 

Tutoring Services

If you are interested in your child receiving additional academic support, tutoring is available on Mondays and Thursdays after school in the media center until 3:30 pm. Students can get help in all core classes (and some electives), work on group assignments, study independently, and utilize school technology. 

 

Upcoming Event

 

• March 28^th – PTSO host Share Night – BINGO @ Hangar 38
• March 29^th – SAT testing for registered juniors and seniors
• April 1^st – Spring Holiday - NO SCHOOL
• April 20^th – 21^st ~ Chain of Parks Art Festival
• April 25^th – Fashion Show
• April 26^th – PROM  7-10 at the Women’s Club
• April 29^th – Medallion Awards at 8:30 am

 

Reminder

If you have questions or concerns about your student's grades or progress in a specific class, your initial contact should be with your student's teacher. Teachers are always the most knowledgeable about classroom assignments and activities and are always happy to provide timely updates or clarification as needed. For the quickest response time, send an email.

 

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