Weekly News 09032018 to 09072018
Lillie Henry - Magnet Coordinator
Welcome McFatter Family!
This week was a week filled with a lot of academic growth along with a little fun. Today, we held our annual Freshman Mixer. For this event, ninth graders get to meet one another in an informal and activity-based environment.
Thank you to the parents who agreed to assist with the SAC and SAF committees. We are still in need of a couple of parent volunteers for the SAC committee. Please call Ms. Daniel at 754-321-5735, if you would like to help.
I hope that you have a relaxing and safe three-day weekend.
Take care,
Lillie Henry
For any referenced attachments, please go to https://drive.google.com/open?id=1kyDA7_norSssGys5P6H3l_hzwp4g_a-n
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Important Dates:
September 3: SCHOOL CLOSED
September 7: HS Extended Lunch, 12:09 PM -1:12 PM, Club Day, Mall Area
September 10: SCHOOL CLOSED
September 11: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM, Parent Open House, ARC & All HS Classrooms
September 12: 11:00 AM – 1:05 PM, Student Appreciation, Mall Area
September 17: Interim Reports Issued, Classrooms
September 19: SCHOOL CLOSED
September 21: Retakes: ELA (11th Grade) Writing Assessments, Testing Center
September 24: 12:19 PM -1:01 PM, Inter-Club Council Meeting, Room 411
September 24 & 25: Retakes: Algebra I & Geometry EOC Assessments, Testing Center
September 26 & 27: Retakes: ELA (11th Grade) Reading Assessment, Testing Center
September 28: U.S. History/Biology Makeups, Testing Center
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Picture Day:
September 13, 2018 is picture day! Student and staff pictures will taken in the Photography classroom (building 1, room 149) from 9:30 am-4: 00 pm. Classes will attend according to their scheduled timeline. Packages will be available.
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Parental Input into 2018-19 Instructional and School Based Administrator Evaluations
In accordance with Florida Statute 1012.34, parents have the right to provide input into the performance evaluations of instructional and/or administrative employees. Parents interested in providing input into the performance evaluations of McFatter Technical High School's instructional and/or administrative employee evaluations may contact our office at (754) 321-5700 by April 12, 2019.
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Current Student and Alumni Opportunity:
We are excited to kick off a Fall/Winter Series of events for alumni & students interested in entrepreneurship. Hosted by "Dr. Yam", Yamilette Williams of Synergy Solutions, events will be held twice monthly. Contact Jennifer Long if you are interested at Jennif...@browardschools.com
You may reserve your spot for out first event Game Night for Aspiring Entrepreneurs on September 12th 6-8pm here:
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News from Ms. Lynn, BRACE Advisor (multiple attachments)
Please call (754)321-5805 with any questions you may have regarding BRACE News.
Blood Drive - Sept. 5th and 6th - 8:30 am - 4:00 pm - The blood drive is open to parents, adults, and students 16 (with a parental consent form, see attached) and older. Students can sign up with one of our Blood Drive Committee members: Anais Ambrose, Harrison Bootes, Belen Delgado, and Karina Griffith.
We have our first offer of college admission! Congratulations to Gisselle Oval who was offered admission to Valdosta State University. Congratulations Gisselle! Seniors, you can see that colleges are actively offering students admission. It is best to apply early. It is usually a little less competitive, you get a quicker response, and you have a better opportunity for school-based scholarships. This long weekend can be the perfect time to complete your college applications.
Are you interested in the Medical Field? Check out NSU's Do Medical Explorers program. The program includes: presentations and hands on workshops covering topics such as suturing, CPR and vitals, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Doctor/Patient simulations, etc. There is a $20 fee which is inclusive of the entire academic year. For more details contact: mede...@gmail.com. See attached flyer.
Welcome back seniors! It's time to hit the ground running. If you have not already taken the SAT and/or ACT you need to register asap. Attached is a list of the 2018-2019 test dates. Most colleges and universities have their applications available. Remember, our goal date for you to have all of your applications completed is Sept. 15th. All transcripts should be requested through your Naviance Student (formerly known as Family Connection) account. The students will go to: student.naviance.com/wtmtc. Their log on and password are similar to virtual counselor (Student ID # 06....and birth date for password (MM/DD/YYYY).
As Homecoming season comes around, I would like to make you aware of Becca's Closet (see attached flyer). Becca’s Closet is a national non-profit organization that has been making homecoming, military ball & prom accessible to tens of thousands of U.S. young people since 2003 by donating dresses to deserving high school girls with financial need.
Senior Photos - Seniors, if you have not already done so, you need to contact Weston Photography Studios (954-888-9259 or www.westonphotgraphy.com) to schedule a photo shoot. This is the only way to get your photo in the yearbook. All photos must be taken before Sept. 30th.
Seniors and parents of seniors - Our goal at McFatter is to meet with every senior prior to mid-year senior year to discuss their plans for after high school. Ideally, we would like to have at least one parent attend this meeting. I have met with all but 43 students from the Class of 2019. If you have not already had a post-secondary, please call Ms. Lynn at (754)321-5805 to schedule an appointment. By mid-September, I will begin holding these conferences with the students alone.
SAT & ACT Test schedules - Please see attached flyer for the 2018-2019 SAT and ACT test dates. Pay attention to the registration deadlines. For example, the deadline for the next (October 6th) SAT is Friday, Sept.7th.
Traditionally students take the SAT and or ACT for the first time during the spring of their junior year and a second time during the fall of their senior year. Both of these tests are college entrance exams. Schools will accept these tests equally. It is recommended that students take both the SAT and ACT. This way they will be able to determine if they have a strength on one test over the other. Keep in mind that most schools look at the scores that are most favorable to the student. At the time of registration, students are able to send their scores to 4 schools for free. If students wait until after testing to send these scores, they will have to pay a minimum of $12.00 to have their scores sent. It is the student’s responsibility to have their scores sent to the various schools. Schools will only accept official score reports which are sent directly from these testing agencies.
Free and Reduced Lunch - There are many benefits to qualifying for free or reduced lunch, other than the meals themselves. Students who qualify for free/reduced lunch are eligible to receive SAT and ACT fee waivers for both their junior and senior years (1 per test, per year). Additionally, seniors who have taken a test using a fee waiver are able to receive college application fee waivers. If a student were to take advantage of all of the fee waiver offers, they could save over $500. It is well worth the time to complete an application to see if you qualify.
Fee Waivers are now available in the
BRACE office for students who qualify for free or reduced lunch.
On Campus Events: College visits are open to juniors and
seniors.~ All students must have a college
visit pass to attend.~ The student must sign up through Eventbrite (http://www.eventbrite.com/o/brigitte-lynn-8407916290) to
get a college visit pass/ticket. ~ Space is limited.~
Students must have their teacher's permission to attend. ~ It
is between the teacher and the student whether it is appropriate for
the student to miss class time to attend
the college visit ~ Students should check Naviance and Eventbrite often as
visits are constantly
being added.
Sept. 6th - Johnson & Wales University @ 11:00
Sept. 11th - Boston University @ 9:30
Sept. 11th - University of Miami @ 11:15
Sept. 11th - Nova Southeastern University @ 1:30
Sept. 20th - Florida International University @ 9:30
Sept. 21st - University of Florida @ 1:30
Sept. 25th - University of Central Florida @ 1:30
Sept. 27th - Florida Atlantic University @ 1:30
Sept. 28th - Florida Polytechnic University @ 9:30
Oct. 1st - St. Thomas University @ 9:30
Oct. 2nd - Florida State University @ 9:30
Oct. 8th - Hawai'i Pacific University @ 9:30
Oct. 8th - University of Advancing Technology @ 11:00
Oct. 11th - Georgia Southwestern State University @ 9:30
Oct. 26th - Lynn University @ 9:30
Oct. 30th - Broward College "Jump Start" Senior Application Day 9:30, 11:00 or 1:30 (by appointment)
Nov. 7th - University of Alabama
Off Campus Events:
Sept. 8th - United States Service Academy Night
What: Learn about the tradition and opportunities that the U.S. Service Academies offer.
When: Saturday, Sept. 8th @ 11:00 am
Where: Western High School Auditorium, 1200 SW 136th Ave. Davie, FL 33325
- See attached flyer
Sept. 25th - Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Information Session
When: 7:00 pm
Where: School of Advanced Studies - Kendall Campus, McCarthy Theater, Room 6120, 11011 SW 104th St T-301, Miami FL, 33176
Oct. 7th - NACAC South Florida College Fair
When: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Where: Broward County Convention Center
To register and or see a list of schools, go to: https://www.gotomyncf.com
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Oct. 22nd - Broward County Public Schools College Fair - See attached flyers
Scholarships: One of the best resources available to our students is Naviance Student (formerly known as Family Connection). In addition to great college and career resources, there is a wonderful scholarship section. It is located at on the student's college page. Click on the Colleges tab, then Scholarship Match or Scholarship List. The "A Complete Easy to View Bulletin," through google docs, shows an easy to view, easy to sort list.
The Horatio Alger Scholarship - Deadline: Oct. 25th - Award: up to $25,000
High School Senior. Exhibit strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor's degree at an accredited non-profit institution in the U.S. Demonstrate critical financial need. Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities. Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity. Minimum 2.0 GPA. Be a U.S. citizen. To learn more and apply, visit scholars.horatioalger.org.
Soroptimist International Davie Human Trafficking Poster Competition - Deadline: Dec. 7th (before (2:00 pm) -Awards: $50 - $300
Open to juniors and seniors. Broward County student. Create a 18 x 22 inch (maximum), poster in portrait format, that increases awareness of Human Trafficking. All art mediums will be considered. For more details, visit: www.sidavie.org or send an email to: pos...@sidavie.org
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Soroptimist International of Davie - SI Davie Soroptimist International of Davie has grown in its mission to serve the community since it was established in 1983. Today, it supports a number of programs and community organizations within Davie and Broward County as well as supporting the global outreach of Soroptimist International of the Americas around the world. |
Soroptimist International of Davie Youth Leadership Award - Deadline: Dec. 15th - Award: $500 (+ $250 to charity)
Broward County High School young women. Ages 14 - 18. Volunteer and take leadership roles in community or school. Application attached.
Southern Scholarship Foundation, Inc. -
Deadline: Ongoing - Award: Low-cost housing
Rent free housing for students admitted to FSU, UF, FAMU, or FGCU.~
Motivation demonstrated through awards and activities.~ Financial
need.~ Minimum 3.0 GPA.~
Information and application availableat: http://www.southernscholarship.org
Interesting Websites:
Following are a couple of free test prep websites.
PERT prep - Go to Broward.edu.~ Click on
Student Resources, then click Testing center.~ When you click
the PERT link it opens up to offer you a PERT study guide and
practice test.~ They also have links to YouTube tutorials.~ You can also register for a free 4 - week on
line college foundations course.
March2Success~ - www.march2success.com
Website includes test prep for the ASVAB, SAT and ACT.~
They also offer help with high school math and verbal skills.~ There
is a high school science hub to help with Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Earth
Science.~~~ Additionally they offer a college
readiness online course.~ There
is a Spanish option for this website.~
[ http://www.maldef.org ]www.maldef.org -
MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund)
Scholarship List.~ This list is an informative resource for students,
parents, and educators.~ MALDEF is not a direct provider of the
scholarships on the list, with exception of the MALDEF Law School Scholarship
Program. (This can be a good resource
for students who have residency issues.