Volume 8, Issue 13 RJR PTSA NEWSLETTER Feb. 2-Feb. 8, 2015
What’s New this Week: Arts Classes Auditions – page 2 Arts Honors – page 3 Cap & Gown Portraits – page 4 Greetings Reynolds families, and Happy 2015! Yearbook Orders – page 4 Hunter Safety Team – page 5 We hope you enjoyed a restful holiday break, and are settling in Clothing Exchange – page 5 Teacher Award – page 6 to the New Year well. Crosby Scholars – page 6 Reynolds Revue – page 7 Exam time always seems a bit daunting. Thanks to RJR’s Legacy – page 8 outstanding staff and faculty, a diligent student body, and a small Sports Hall of Fame – page 9 army of volunteers, exams went smoothly. In fact, we heard Spring Sports Tryouts – page 9 several comments at the SIT meeting last week about how well Stuart Scott Fund – page 9 behaved and focused Reynolds students were throughout exam time. A very special thank you goes to Sally Carlton for taking on the task of recruiting proctors. We had a record number of volunteers covering proctoring needs throughout exam time! Congratulations to everyone for a job well done!
Please save the date and spread the word about this year’s Reynolds Revue, Registration Fair and second PTSA general meeting coming up on Wednesday, February 4th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. This annual event is a wonderful opportunity for current and prospective families to learn more about RJR. We hope to see many of you there!
On February 6th, we will honor this year’s sports Hall of Fame inductees with a special recognition during Friday night’s varsity men’s game against Mount Tabor. Many thanks to our Booster Club Presidents, Jeanne and Tim Brooker, for coordinating this momentous occasion. Let’s fill the stands to cheer on RJR’s amazing basketball teams, and share in the celebration of the Hall of Fame inductees. The 9th grade men’s game begins at 4:15, varsity women play at 6:00, and the varsity men’s game will begin at 7:30 p.m.
Teachers and staff were treated to a “Souper” luncheon on Wednesday, January 28th. This annual tradition is a perfect way to thank these engaging, dedicated men and ladies who continually awe us as they work tirelessly to support our students all year long. A huge thanks to our hospitality committee chairs and members for putting on the luncheon!
A number of our talented students have recently been recognized for their artistic and musical talents. Please read page three of this newsletter for a complete list of those recently honored. We are so proud to call each of you RJR Demons!
Gratefully yours,
Alan and Kate Ruley
Important Information for 20142015 Arts Students
Congratulations to the new students who applied to RJR for the 2014- 2015 school year and who were selected in the lottery January 29th. Be sure to attend Reynolds Revue on February 4th to learn about registering for classes, participating in athletics, and joining extracurricular groups. If you are on the waiting list, register at another high school. We will contact students from the waiting list as spaces open up at Reynolds.
Auditions and Portfolio Review/Visual Arts assessment may be required if you are interested in taking an arts class other than the next level in the progression. Each discipline has its own procedures and dates, so please read and follow the directions in the link below. Important dates: Theatre Arts auditions - February 7th; Dance auditions (live) - February 21st (videotaped dance auditions are due no later than February 21st); Choral, Piano, Guitar auditions - February 21st; Visual Arts Advancement assessments – February 21st. http://wsfcs.k12.nc.us/cms/Workspace/Section/Section.aspx? DomainId=1319
Summer Opportunities
It is not too early to begin thinking about the summer! The UNCSA Summer Program information is now posted at: at: http://www.uncsa.edu/summer/. The WSFCS Summer Enrichment Program will produce the musical “Beauty and the Beast”. Information can be found at: http://wsfcs.k12.nc.us/Page/82976.
Performing Arts Events Videos
Have you missed a performing arts event this year? Do you want to see part of one again? Well you can! The president of the R.J. Reynolds Alumni Association has posted videos of most of the events from this year. See them at http://wsfcs.k12.nc.us/domain/6374. Our arts students continue to shine when competing in the state and region! Congratulations to all RJR students who were named Scholastic Key winners or received All-District Band and Orchestra recognition.
Congratulations to the following students for being selected to be in this year's Western Region Honors Orchestra and to their teacher, Margaret Rehder: Sophie Anderson, Vivian Mayers, Jeremiah Kamtmann, Ella Sharpe, Emma Allison, Sung Girard, Wesley Patterson and Logan Miller.
Congratulations to the following students for placing in the Western Region Honors Band and to their teacher, Derrick James: Jeremiah Kamtmann, Caleb Kretschevsy, Millenium Sherriff, Arjun Patel and Evan Saunders.
Congratulations to the following visual arts students who won regional Scholastic Awards:
Allen Corpening, Dryers and Rolling Wheat, Gold Keys Elisabeth Regenery, Debutante A La Toiu, Gold Key Tatum Tucker, Time Swing, Gold Key, American Visions Nominee Jackson Carter, Headlight, Gold Key Felix Davila, Perfectionism, Gold Key Ruth Moffatt, Seafloor and The Waves, Gold Keys Katy Rice, Pink Converse, Gold Key Nicholas Shouse, The Tubing, Gold Key Erin Spencer, Shoes And Feet, Gold Key Caroline Li, Untitled and Art Portfolio, Gold Keys Erin Spencer, Bored Teenager, Silver Key Caroline Li, Bystander, Silver Key Angel Chavez, The Encounter, Silver Key Matthew Irving, Chalk Drawing, Silver Key Katlyn Shamel, Starting A New Chapter, Silver Key Matthew Arcuri, Life's Balance, Silver Key Grace Broughton, Ballerina, Silver Key Elizabeth MacMillan, 1967 and Chain, Silver Keys Kayla Maddock, Bastion, Silver Key Sam Stopyra, Silence on the Water's Edge, Silver Key Katherine James, Rosie, Silver Key Katlyn Shamel, Untitled, Silver Key Elisabeth Anthony, View From Capri, Honorable Mention Ari Franco, Jomon Pot, Honorable Mention Demon Shop
We have many new sweatshirts and T-shirts in the Demon Shop. We are open during lunch on Wednesdays and Fridays. You can sneak in when your child is not in his/her lunch period or email Karen Rice for help at: [email protected].
Cap and Gown Portraits
Senior cap and gown portraits will be taken on Thursday, Feb. 5th throughout the day. Seniors MUST pre-pay for cap and gown portraits. Pick up a form from Lifetouch in the main office, Student Services or Room 210.
Yearbook Personalization Deadline
Any student who wishes to have a personalized yearbook must order a yearbook with a name stamp or name plate by Jan. 30. Yearbook covers are printed before the rest of the book, which is why there is an earlier deadline. Yearbooks cost $50 (plus $5 for personalization) and can be pre-ordered through March. Yearbooks available when they arrive in May will be sold for $60, while supplies last.
ACT Scores-Back Review Session
For those students who took the free practice ACT sponsored by The Princeton Review, the Scores-Back review session was held in the RJR media center on Thursday, January 29th. If you were unable to attend this review session, your packet will be available in Student Services after Monday, February 2nd. RJR Hunter Safety Team Schedule
Interschool scrimmages are on the following dates:
January 31 Starmount February 21 West Wilkes February 28 Forbush
The district tournament will be on Saturday, March 21, 2015. For more information or directions to scrimmages or tournament sites, contact Stephen Joyce at [email protected] 336-399-2523.
Clothing Exchange
Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church on Robinhood Road is hosting its semi-annual Spring/Summer Clothing Exchange March 3rd-7th. Consignments will be sold with 60% to the seller and 40% being retained by the church circles to support women’s and children’s mission projects locally, nationally and globally. We are the only non- profit consignment in town.
Items included are clothes from infant to teens (girls and boys), shoes and accessories, prom dresses, sports equipment, toys, games and books.
Our Spring Sale features a Prom Dress section. If you have any dresses you would like to donate, we would love to sell them! If you are in the market for a dress, shop with us!
Receiving dates are: Tuesday-Thursday March 3rd -5th. Our sale will open to the public on Thursday evening, March 5th from 7-9. We will continue selling items on Friday and Saturday, March 6th and 7th.
Please make plans to support our Clothing Exchange by working, shopping and selling. A detailed flyer can be found at: http://www.mttaborumc.org/. Tags can be purchased in the church office. If you have any questions, please contact Dawn Shriver at 830- 1043 or email us at [email protected]. Journalism Teacher Receives National Award
Congratulations to Mr. Steve Hanf, RJR journalism teacher and adviser for Pine Whispers and the Black & Gold, for being one of 11 scholastic journalism teachers/advisers from across the country to receive a 2015 “Rising Star” Award from the Journalism Education Association. This honor recognizes teachers who have been teaching in scholastic journalism for five years or less for their commitment, leadership and innovation in their field. The award will be presented at the JEA’s national conference in April. To read more about this amazing award and a list of other recipients, go to: http://jea.org/blog/2015/01/27/jea-selects-11-advisers-rising-stars/. Way to go, Mr. Hanf!
Attractions Books Available
Members of the newspaper and yearbook staffs sold Attractions coupon books for Winston-Salem and the Triad earlier this year. A few of these books filled with bargains still remain for this fundraiser, which helps pay for Pine Whispers printing costs and keeping the cost of the Black & Gold as low as possible for the student body. If your family would like a book, have your student stop by Room 210 to pick up one (or two!). Cost is $25. Checks can be made payable to RJR. Questions? Contact adviser Steve Hanf at [email protected].
Crosby Scholars ACT Presentation for Juniors
Crosby Scholars is hosting an ACT presentation to parents and juniors entitled “ACT Preparation – Your March Score Matters” on February 12 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in Self-Reliance Hall inside the Goodwill Industries building. This presentation will focus on the school-based test that will be administered on March 3. This is not a Crosby Academy. Scholars must pre-register their attendance through their Crosby portal.
Link Harris Teeter VIC Cards and Support RJR
Link your VIC card to RJR! If you shop at Harris Teeter, this is an easy way to help Reynolds. Our number is 4261 and it doesn’t cost you a thing! 6:00-8:00 pm Wednesday, February 4, 2015 (Snow Date February 19, 2015) RJ Reynolds Auditorium Current, Future, and Prospective Students and Parents are invited to learn more about what RJR has to offer in the three
A’s…. Academics, Athletics, and Arts *** REGISTRATION FAIR Student Panel Discussion Performing Arts Showcase Curriculum, Sports, and Arts Magnet Information Student Life and Activities Fair *** For more information about RJ Reynolds High School, visit our website http://wsfcs.k12.nc.us/reynolds. We Need Your Support! Keep Those Gifts Coming!
Remember, if you’re looking for a last minute tax deduction, don’t forget the Legacy Campaign. You can easily and quickly donate using a credit card via the school system’s on-line payment program. Just go to the Legacy page on the RJR website and use the “Click Here to Donate Now” link.
Thank you, thank you to everyone who has already supported the Legacy Campaign! As always, please email us at [email protected] for all your “Legacy needs!”
--Mickey and Tonu Kangur
To contribute: http://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/Page/9679 Our mailing address is: RJR Legacy Fund 301 N. Hawthorne Road Winston-Salem, NC 27104
Your gift makes a difference…and every gift counts!! Feb. 3 9th Grade Basketball at North Davidson, 4:15 JV Girls/Boys Basketball vs. North Davidson, 5:00/6:30 V Girls/Boys Basketball at North Davidson, 6:00/7:30
Feb. 6 Swimming at Regionals, 4:00 9th Grade Basketball vs. Mount Tabor, 4:15 JV Girls/Boys Basketball at Mount Tabor, 5:00/6:30 V Girls/Boys Basketball vs. Mount Tabor, 6:00/7:30
Spring Sports Tryouts will begin February 16th after school (this is a school day now). All athletes will need an up-to-date physical before they can begin practice.
R.J. Reynolds High School Sports Hall of Fame February 6th
RJR Booster Club is pleased to announce that it will be inducting a class of three into the Sports Hall of Fame on Friday, February 6th during half time of the men's basketball game versus Mt. Tabor. Members of the fifth class are: Zack Bacon, Don Flow and Stuart Orlando Scott. Game time is scheduled for 7:30 in Bryson Gymnasium following the undefeated Lady Demons' game at 6:00. A special tribute to Stuart Scott will also be held in conjunction with the Hall of Fame ceremonies. Everyone in attendance at the game will receive a free t-shirt compliments on Hanes Brands.
Come out and show your Demon Pride and support for the inductees!
Chick-fil-A to Donate Proceeds to Stuart Scott Memorial Fund
Chick-fil-A at Thruway will be donating 10% of all sales to the Stuart Scott Memorial Cancer Research Fund and the V Foundation on Friday, February 6 from noon to 8 p.m. When you make a dine-in or drive-thru purchase, say you are there to support the Stuart Scott Memorial Fund.