SAIL Family,

It’s SAIL's Message in a Bottle. Welcome to the week of 3/4!

These messages will keep you up to date on the latest news and events happening at SAIL High School. Let’s take a look!

This Week’s Activities

It's Intensives Week!

One of the most exciting SAIL traditions, Intensives are finally here! We are so excited for the opportunities that your students will experience this week. We've encouraged all our students and teachers to take plenty of photos!

Southern Shakespeare Performance ~ March 6^th

The Southern Shakespeare performance of "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare take place on Wednesday March 6^th in the black box. Performance time is 9:00am!

Visit LeMoyne Art ~ March 7^th

The 37^th Annual Mahaska Whitley Student Exhibition will take place at Lemoyne Arts from March 7^th – March 30^th. The opening reception and awards ceremony is Thursday March 7^th from 5:30 – 7:30. SAIL students have a plethora of work showcased. Stop by say hi and support our students!

Friday, March 8 - End of 3^rd quarter Grading Period

If your student has any work to make up, this is the week to do it! All work and assignments are due on Friday. When students return from Spring Break, we will officially be in the 4^th quarter grading period. No late assignments or grade changes will be made after Friday.

Announcements

Spring Break is Next Week!

We are SUPER excited! Are you? Students will return to school on Tuesday, March 19^th. 

CNA registration for Current Sophomores!

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 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 referral 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.

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 will be provided.

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

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 11^{th –} 15^th ~ Spring Break - NO SCHOOL and SCHOOL OFFICES will be CLOSED!
• March 13^th – 16^th ~ State Thespian Festival
• March 18^th – NO SCHOOL - Teacher Planning Day
• March 19^th – Beginning of 4^th quarter Grading Period
• 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 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.

Follow us on social media! If you haven't already, take time to follow SAIL on IG (@sail_high_school) and FB (SAIL High School)!

       Yours in Education,

Linda R. John, Ed.S., M.Ed.

Assistant Principal for Curriculum

Sail High School

850-488-2468

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