Man High School

Dear Families, We understand that times can be tough, especially during the holiday season. If you are in need of assistance for Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas dinner, or Christmas gifts for your students, please fill out this form. We are here to help! https://forms.office.com/r/vGZ6b5DbCC

🎉 **Exciting News!** 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that Ms. Becca Dingess has been nominated as **Teacher of the Month** for September by our wonderful students! Here’s what they had to say about her: 📖 **Homework Support:** "She helped me with my homework when I needed assistance." 😊 **Kind & Caring:** "She is so nice and caring towards all the students." 🌟 **Positive Atmosphere:** "She is always positive." 👂 **Listens to Us:** "Ms. Dingess listens to the students’ opinions and is always helpful." 🎉 **Fun Class:** "She makes class fun!" 💪 **Dedicated to Every Student:** "She tries her best with every student." 📈 **Hardworking Educator:** "She is hardworking and ensures everyone understands the material." 🎨 **Engaging Activities:** "Ms. Dingess makes her activities engaging." 💡 **Clear Explanations:** "It’s easy to learn in her class because she explains everything very well." 🌟 **Positive Impact:** "She has a positive impact on all of her students." Let's show our support for Ms. Dingess! #TeacherOfTheMonth #ThankYouMsDingess

**Announcement: Makeup PSAT Testing for All Man High School Students** Attention Man High School Students, This is a reminder that makeup PSAT testing will take place on Thursday, October 10th. This includes all students, including those who are homebound, homeschooled, and enrolled in WV Virtual. **Important:** Please remember to bring your fully charged Chromebook and charger. Thank you, and good luck on your test!

Logan County Schools will be pushing out the “See Something, Send Something” App on all middle and high school student issued Chromebooks on Monday, October 7, 2024 The “See Something, Send Something” App may be used for the following: Students may utilize the App to report suspicious activity or potential threats observed. Students may utilize the App to report information related to illegal drug use, suicide, school violence, bullying, alcohol use and / or vaping. Students do have the option to submit anonymously. The “See Something, Send Something” App does NOT replace reporting information to a teacher, principal and / or a school resource officer. It is simply another avenue for students to report information when a staff member may not be available. The “See Something, Send Something” App is NOT intended for emergency situations. For situations requiring an immediate response, notify or call 911 or your local law enforcement directly. All information sent through the “See Something, Send Something” App is sent directly to Capitol Police School Safety Unit at the WV State Capitol Complex for evaluation and review. Once screened, local school officials and / or first responders may be notified. Any individual who utilizes the “See Something, Send Something” App as a hoax, prank, or joke will be disciplined accordingly under WVBE Policy 4373 and referred to law enforcement.

Topic: Man High School Volunteer Parent Training Time: Oct 7, 2024 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us05web.zoom.us/j/85698088608?pwd=BWtVfYH2mnWAkeKkba6J3hklVE67Bj.1 Meeting ID: 856 9808 8608 Passcode: wp17VP

Dear Parents and Students, Mrs. Campbell will be scheduling attendance meetings for students with three or more unexcused absences. Please submit any doctor’s excuses or parent notes as soon as possible. Remember, students with more than three unexcused absences will not be allowed to attend the formal. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

**Nominate Your Favorite Teacher of the Month for September! ** Do you have a teacher who inspires you, goes the extra mile, or makes learning fun? Now's your chance to show your appreciation! Nominate your favorite teacher for **September** by completing the form below. Tell us why they deserve to be recognized, and let’s celebrate the amazing educators who make a difference every day! **Deadline for nominations: Wednesday, October 9th ** Let’s give a big shoutout to those who make our school a better place to learn and grow! #TeacherOfTheMonth #BestTeacherEver #StudentNomination Use the following link to complete your nomination for Teacher of the Month for September: https://forms.office.com/r/8bhZCMKbkZ

Reminder ... Parents and guardians. The Man High School National Technical Honor Society and Goat Pound Graphics Simulated Workplace are hosting the Fall Blood Drive on October 2, 2024, between the hours of 9am and 3pm at Man High School gymnasium. Students 16 years and older may donate with parent permission. We also are encouraging parents and community members to come donate. Donations help the American Red Cross help people in need of blood and also help Man High School earn scholarship money that is used directly for Man High Students. Students can also earn graduation cords by donating 3 times (or more) during high school. https://www.redcrossblood.org/

We would like to inform you that Man High School students will be taking the PSAT for the beginning of year benchmark on Tuesday, October 1st. Students should arrive at school no later than 7:10 AM and report to 1st period. After breakfast, students will head to their 5th period “Test Strategies” class to begin testing. Please ensure that students bring their fully charged Chromebooks and chargers.

Thank you to our lunch ladies, Cassie and Cecilia, for another week of delicious meals! Man High has the BEST! ❤️🐐💙 Breakfast Super donut, cereal, berry yogurt parfait or cherry yogurt, apple or orange juice, fresh fruit cups and whole fruit, mocha latte or milk Lunch Ham and cheese on a bun w/lettuce, tomato, and pickle, tater rounds, baked beans, broccoli and cherry tomatoes w/ranch, shaker salad, fresh fruit cups and whole fruit, milk

Spaghetti Day! 🍝 Thank you to our own personal chefs - Cassie and Cecilia Bon appétit! Breakfast Pancakes w/fresh berries, cereal, cherry or raspberry yogurt, apple or orange juice, fresh fruit cups and whole fruit, milk Lunch Spaghetti, garden salad w/cheese and croutons, garlic toast, pepper strips and cherry tomatoes w/ranch, fresh fruit cups and whole fruit, milk

Parents and guardians. The Man High School National Technical Honor Society and Goat Pound Graphics Simulated Workplace are hosting the Fall Blood Drive on October 2, 2024 between the hours of 9am and 3pm at Man High School gymnasium. Students 16 years and older may donate with parent permission. We also are encouraging parents and community members to come donate. Donations help the American Red Cross help people in need of blood and also help Man High School earn scholarship money that is used directly for Man High Students. Students can also earn graduation cords by donating 3 times (or more) during high school.

Pizza day 🍕 is always a favorite at Man High. Thank you to our lunch crew, Cassie and Cecilia Breakfast Cinnamon, strawberry, or fudge pop tarts, string cheese, cherry or raspberry yogurt, grape or orange juice, fresh fruit cups and whole fruit, milk Lunch Pepperoni pizza, Doritos, cali blend veggies, celery and carrot sticks w/ranch, fresh fruit cups and whole fruit, milk

**Notice to Students and Parents** If your child is absent and needs to arrange for makeup work, please ensure they message their teachers through LiveGrades. This will help facilitate the process and ensure they receive the necessary assignments promptly. Thank you for your cooperation.

**Announcement: Mandatory Training for Homecoming Float Volunteers** Parents that are interested in volunteering with Homecoming floats must attend a mandatory training on Monday, September 30th, at 6 PM. Your participation is essential. Thank you!

Local Resources ● Family Resource Center-( Clothing closet, Infant care items, and home goods) June Harless Drive, Holden, WV 25635 (304) 239-2470 ● PRIDE Community resources-(Child and Adult care food program)-(304)752-6968 EXT.320 ● Food- Facing Hunger Foodbank (facinghunger.org) ● PRIDE Community resources- Weatherization-(Weatherizing homes and installing heating and air units) (304)752-6868 EXT.323 ● PRIDE Community resources-Family Stabilization-(Emergency help for flood, fire, electric bill) 304-752-6868 EXT.320 ● Rental Assistance Program-(homelessshelterdirectory.org) ● Child Abuse Prevention-(1-800-352-6513) ● Domestic Violence-(1-800-799-7233) ● Substance Misuse-(Logan Regional Hospital) (304)-896-5200 (Mountain Laurel Integrated) (304)792-7130 ● Mental Health- (Logan,WV)-Logan Mingo Area Mental Health (304)792-7147 ● Mental Health-(Logan,WV)- Renewed Hope Counseling (304)896-2383 ● Mental Health-(Logan, WV)-Logan Professional Counseling ● Mental Health-(Chapmanville, WV)-Aspire (304)855-5886 Please feel free to contact Mrs. Savanna Cantrell or any staff at Man High School if you are in need of any assistance. You may reach out to (304)583-6521 or savanna.cantrell@k12.wv.us

A special thank you to Cyd Gagnon and the rest of the facing hunger program crew for the fresh peaches they supplied for our students! As always, thank you to our cooks - Cassie and Cecilia! We appreciate all you do for our staff and students Breakfast Mini cinnamon rolls, pumpkin pie parfait, or cereal, grape juice, yogurt, fresh fruit cups and whole fruit, milk Lunch Hotdog w/chili and slaw, chips, baked beans, fresh fruit cups and whole fruit, milk

📢 Attention Parents and Students: We want to remind everyone that our school has a clothing closet and food resources available for students in need. If you or someone you know could benefit from these services, please reach out to Ms. Savanna Cantrell or any staff member. We’re here to support you!

Today’s meal choices included one of the student favorites with the popcorn chicken! Thank you to our lunch crew - Cassie and Cecilia Breakfast Egg and cheese bagel, cereal, or an apple crisp parfait, apple juice, strawberry banana yogurt, fresh fruit cups and whole fruit, milk Lunch Popcorn chicken, oven fries, broccoli and cheese cups, carrots sticks and cucumber slices w/ranch, fresh fruit cups and whole fruit, milk

Man High students - Flyers are posted throughout the school that contain a QR code for any student that would want to sign up. Brainfuse is an online tutoring site that offers 24/7 online tutoring, one on one homework help, writing labs, skills library with videos and flashcards, and practice tests.