NCPTA is pleased to continue its Teacher Scholarship Program. Four scholarships in the amount of $500 will be awarded to teachers seeking a master’s degree in education. PTA members who are eligible for the scholarship must apply by May 25, 2012. Learn More
Middle Creek High School is excited to add the Academy of Sustainable Energy Engineering to our program offerings. The Engineering Academy will provide students access to integrated learning environments, a variety of 21st Century technological resources as well as business and industry experts in the field of sustainable energy. The addition of this academy aligns well with our school-wide STEM focus. Click here for more information.
AP Night will be held on Wednesday, April 25, at 7 pm in the MCHS Auditorium. Any students who have signed up for or are interested in taking an AP course next year should attend with their parents. We will discuss AP Course expectations, summer assignments, and AP teachers will be on hand to answer questions.
Wake County student wished to provide lunch to students, faculty and staff at Middle Creek High School
Make-A-Wish Eastern North Carolina announced today that the wish of Rashawn King will be granted at Middle Creek High School on Thursday, April 26. King, who has Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, requested that Make-A-Wish feed lunch to the entire student body, faculty and staff to recognize the support that he has received from his high school since being diagnosed in June 2010. Roughly 1,900 people will be served in the school cafeteria during the three lunch periods beginning at 10:30 am.
“We are truly honored to be able to grant Rashawn’s wish and acknowledge all of those who helped support him and his family during his treatment,” said Make-A-Wish Eastern North Carolina President and CEO Kristen Mercer Johnson. “It speaks to the character of this young man who decided to use his wish to thank the Middle Creek High School community.”
A senior who excelled in both football and basketball, King is a national runner-up in the third annual Inspireum Football Awards which “celebrates inspirational young athletes who embody the values of character, courage, contribution and commitment through the sport of football.” As a runner-up, the 19-year-old received a $2,500 scholarship from the program.
“Rashawn continues to inspire his fellow students and the entire Wake County Schools community through his determination and kindness,” Superintendent Tony Tata said, “We are proud to celebrate the generous wish he is sharing with his Middle Creek High School family.”
WHAT: Rashawn’s Wish Delivery
WHERE: Middle Creek High School, 123 Middle Creek Park Avenue, Apex, NC
WHEN: 10:30 am; Thursday, April 26
Make-A-Wish® Eastern North Carolina grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy. Founded in 1986, the chapter serves all medically eligible children who reside in the 49 counties east of the Orange / Alamance county line. Our chapter operates solely through generous donations of individuals, corporations and foundations. With the help of more than 200 volunteers, including our Board of Directors, Make-A-Wish Eastern North Carolina has granted more than 2,300 wishes since its inception. More information is available on our chapter website www.eastnc.wish.org. You can also follow us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/eastncwish) and Twitter (@MakeAWishEastNC).
The Lifetouch senior group photo is Thursday, April 26 at 9am in the gymnasium. Seniors can only attend and be in the photo if they are wearing their cap and gown.
There are two photo poses (serious and silly). Each photo is $15. See Mrs. Kee if you have any questions.
Join parents from across the state at the 2012 NCPTA Parent Education Conference April 27-28 at the Hilton North Raleigh. Saturday workshop topics include updates on internet safety, the new READY plan, and FoodCorps in NC. Presentations will also be provided by Partnership for 21st Century Skills, Project Unify and National PTA. Hotel accommodations are available at a group rate through April 4. Register Early! Space is limited.
Congratulations to students and PTA families across North Carolina! State-level winners for Reflections have been selected, and first place winners will move on to the National PTA competition. View a full listing of category placements for dance, film, literature, music, photography and visual arts. Join us at the Parent Education Conference to celebrate these young artists!
The Wake County Board of Education voted 6-2 Tuesday in favor of a new bell schedule for the 2012-13 school year that will save the Wake County Public School System $4.8 million going into a tight budget year.
So what does this mean for Middle Creek High? There is no impact to Middle Creek High’s schedule. However, local elementary and middle school bell schedules are changing:
West Lake Middle: 7:40-2:25
West Lake Elementary: 7:45-2:20
Middle Creek Elementary: 9:15-3:45
The changes to neighboring school schedules may impact your commute times.
For more information, see the New bell schedule.
Source: WCPSS
The 2012 Open House will provide an insider’s view into one of the nation’s top-ranked veterinary programs as the College of Veterinary Medicine opens its doors from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 31.
The Open House will feature exhibits, opportunities to get up close with various animals large and small, special demonstrations, and chances to talk with faculty and students. Fun and informative tour stops explain the connection between animal and human health, advances in veterinary medicine, best care practices for the family pet, and what it takes to become a veterinarian.
Visit the College of Veterinary Medicine for more information.
Can’t figure out what to pack for lunch that’s healthy and convenient? Need a push to get you back on track or some handy ideas? Then join AHA’s Healthy Brown Bag Challenge!
AHA is celebrating National Nutrition Month® by inspiring Wake County residents to pack a healthy brown bag lunch for one week, March 26-30. To help you prepare for the challenge, AHA will provide a toolkit on our website in March featuring simple and delicious ideas, recipes for inspiration, a shopping list, tips and daily articles to keep you going all week long!
