The Patriot Post: January 2018

Saturday, January 27, 2018

Hello Patriots! I hope you have a great weekend, this Tuesday Fort Dorchester High School will host its Advanced Studies Nigh beginning at 6:30PM in the FDHS Auditorium. Information will be presented by administrators, counselors, teachers, and students on the International Baccalaureate Program (IB), Advanced Placement Program (AP) including AP Capstone, as well as Dual Enrollment. Questions such as which program is best for me, how does each program compare as compared with another, and how do I enroll will be answered. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to learn about how to enroll in Advanced Studies courses at the Fort.

Dorchester School District Two is working to prevent the spread of influenza as well as other respiratory and gastrointestinal illnesses. Here are our top tips for prevention:

· Get the flu vaccine

· WASH YOUR HANDS – frequently and for at least 20 seconds

· Get plenty of rest

· Exercise

· Eat nutritious foods

· Drink plenty of water

· Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth

Flu is spread primarily by droplets when a person with the virus sneezes or coughs. Symptoms of flu include sudden onset of fever 100 degrees or greater, cough, headache, muscle aches, extreme tiredness, sore throat, and nasal congestion. If your child has these symptoms, please keep him/her home from school. Your student should not return to school until fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication.We encourage parents to visit the DHEC website at http://www.scdhec.gov/flu/ and CDC website https://www.cdc.gov/flu/index.htm for excellent information on exclusion criteria and when you should contact your health care provider.

The month of January marks the annual observance of School Board Recognition Month. The Patriot family would like to thank our school board members for working hard to ensure that students receive the resources they need to be successful in the classroom and in life. This year’s theme “Superheroes for Public Education” appropriately highlights the important role school boards play in championing quality education in our community. The public education of our young people is so important for the future of our community and our nation. School board members give of their time to safeguard a strong education system here in Dorchester School District Two. Fort Dorchester High School salutes the Dorchester School District Two Board of Trustees Mrs. Barbara Crosby, Mr. Justin Farnsworth, Mr. Evan Guthrie, Mrs. Gail Hughes, Mr. Brian Mitchum, Mrs. Tanya Robinson, and Mrs. Lisa Tupper for their leadership and their advocacy on behalf of all children. In honor of their dedicated service to students, we will place a book in our media center in honor of the Board of Trustees.

Happening at The Fort

Weekly Events at The Fort:

Monday:

JV Basketball v. James Island @ home 6pm

Tuesday:

Varsity Basketball @ James Island 6pm

Advanced Studies Night 6:30 pm Auditorium

Wednesday:

Faculty Meeting- 8am Auditorium

Chick-Fil-A Student of the Month Celebration 9am

Wrestling v. SHS @ home 7pm

Thursday:

Fire Drill

Friday:

On-A-Roll Celebration- 5th Period

PTSA Super Bowl Luncheon

JV/Varsity Basketball v. Summerville @ home 4:30pm

Friday, January 19, 2018

Hello Patriots! I hope you have a great weekend, report cards will go home with students Wednesday. Remember if your child is not being successful, every day during lunch students have an hour to go back to teachers for help and to make up work. Also if a student failed the 2nd quarter, they have the opportunity to complete quarter recovery to bring that grade up to a passing grade.

We are excited to announce the creation of a new club that all students started the 2nd semester as members of, "The Patriots Club". Students will remain in the club as long as they do not recieve a discipline referral. Club members will get free admission to all home sporting events with a school issued ID, as well as, special gifts periodically throughout the 2nd semester. Again all students are members until the receive an office referral.

The month of January marks the annual observance of School Board Recognition Month. The Patriot family would like to thank our school board members for working hard to ensure that students receive the resources they need to be successful in the classroom and in life. This year’s theme “Superheroes for Public Education” appropriately highlights the important role school boards play in championing quality education in our community. The public education of our young people is so important for the future of our community and our nation. School board members give of their time to safeguard a strong education system here in Dorchester School District Two. Fort Dorchester High School salutes the Dorchester School District Two Board of Trustees Mrs. Barbara Crosby, Mr. Justin Farnsworth, Mr. Evan Guthrie, Mrs. Gail Hughes, Mr. Brian Mitchum, Mrs. Tanya Robinson, and Mrs. Lisa Tupper for their leadership and their advocacy on behalf of all children. In honor of their dedicated service to students, we will place a book in our media center in honor of the Board of Trustees.

PRIDE Referrals

Happening at The Fort

Weekly Events at The Fort:

Saturday:

District Honor Choir

NMSI study session

Monday:

JV Basketball @ Wando

Dorchester County School Board Meeting- 6pm

Tuesday:

Basketball home v. Wando

Wrestling @ Wando

Wednesday:

Report Cards issued to students 5th period

Faculty Meeting- 8am Auditorium

School Improvement Council- 5pm

PTSA Board Meeting- 6pm

Thursday:

PRIDE Referrals- 1st period

Wrestling @ Stratford

Friday:

JV/ V. Basketball @ Goose Creek

Hockey @ Wando

Monday, January 15, 2018

Hello Patriots! I hope you had a great long weekend as we honored the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday! Tuesday marks the end of the 1st semester, and report cards will go home on on January 24th. Remember if your child is not being successful, every day during lunch students have an hour to go back to teachers for help and to make up work. Also if a student failed the 2nd quarter, they have the opportunity to complete quarter recovery to bring that grade up to a passing grade.

We are excited to announce the creation of a new club that all students started the 2nd semester as members of, "The Patriots Club". Students will remain in the club as long as they do not recieve a discipline referral. Club members will get free admission to all home sporting events with a school issued ID, as well as, special gifts periodically throughout the 2nd semester. Again all students are members until the receive an office referral.

The month of January marks the annual observance of School Board Recognition Month. The Patriot family would like to thank our school board members for working hard to ensure that students receive the resources they need to be successful in the classroom and in life. This year’s theme “Superheroes for Public Education” appropriately highlights the important role school boards play in championing quality education in our community. The public education of our young people is so important for the future of our community and our nation. School board members give of their time to safeguard a strong education system here in Dorchester School District Two. Fort Dorchester High School salutes the Dorchester School District Two Board of Trustees Mrs. Barbara Crosby, Mr. Justin Farnsworth, Mr. Evan Guthrie, Mrs. Gail Hughes, Mr. Brian Mitchum, Mrs. Tanya Robinson, and Mrs. Lisa Tupper for their leadership and their advocacy on behalf of all children. In honor of their dedicated service to students, we will place a book in our media center in honor of the Board of Trustees.

Happening at The Fort

Weekly Events at The Fort:

Monday:

JV Basketball home v. West Ashley

Tuesday:

2nd Quarter Ends

Varsity Basketball @ West Ashlet

Wrestling home v. Hilton Head

Wednesday:

Teacher Grade Verification due by 7th period

Wrestling home v. West Ashley

Friday:

JV/V Basketball home v. Stratford

Hockey v. Stratford

Monday, January 1, 2018

Hello Patriots, Happy New Year! As we enter 2018, now is a great time to reflect and make adjustments to your yearly plans. What went well, what didn't, what would you like to change, and what are your goals for the New Year. The school year is almost half over, so it's not too late to make personal or academic changes if needed. The 2nd Quarter is quickly passing and will come to an end in a few short weeks! Please encourage your child to go back for tutoring or to make-up assignments during ILT/lunch. We have extra time built into our lunch period to accommodate students who may need individual help in a class. All teachers are available for students during ILT/lunch.

Happening at The Fort