Fort Zumwalt South High School Paw Print Volume 8, Issue 11 May/June 2018 Parents and Students: Upcoming Events May: 1 One-Acts (Drama, 7 p.m.) 2 Senior Awards Night, 6:30 p.m. 5 Prom at Old Hickory, 7 p.m. AP Testing Begins 7 Orchestra Concert, 7 p.m. Top 25 Banquet, 6 p.m. 10 Band Concert, 7 p.m. 11 Staff Appreciation Day & Dinner Spring Choir Concert, 7 p.m. Second Semester Finals Begin 23-24 Second Semester Half Day Finals Last Day of School 26 Graduation at Family Arena, 9:30 a.m. Inside This Issue News from the Assistant Principals News on Early Release Days in 18-19 ACT Test Date Link to Annual Parent Notifications Link to Peachjar District Flyers Counseling Department News Prom Flyer - A Night in the Spotlight Grad Night Information Yearbook Distribution/Sales Senior Class End of the Year Activities End-Of-Course Exam Schedule Final Exam & AP Exam Schedule Summer Camps 2018 Form MCV Vaccine Requirement Letter AP Camp Flyer Color Coded Calendar 17-18 May is here, and with it comes an amazing amount of work to wrap up the final few weeks of school! On top of the myriad of activities, exciting student accomplishments, and athletic events that are in progress, students are finishing state-mandated End-of-Course Exams, are beginning with Advanced Placement Exams, and are gearing up for final exams. Additionally, several individuals have dedicated a large part of their lives to the success of our students and mark this school year as their final one as they step into retirement. I thank Vicki Datt, Anne Fox, Janice Francis, Pat Koeneker, Dave Moody, John Spires, Kathy Teson, Steve Wagner, and Cassie Wattler for the wonderful work they ve done for several years here and wish them the very best in their future endeavors. Activities that occur during these next few weeks are always exciting. The definitive salute to our students success is witnessed at our commencement ceremony, held at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday morning, May 26 th, at The Family Arena in St. Charles. Commencement is a great celebration of our graduates accomplishments during their four years with us. I m excited that we will once again graduate an impressive class of seniors who are ready to step beyond high school. It s a wonderful time as we recognize our students for reaching the final milestone in their secondary educational experience. I appreciate the outstanding work done by each of you during this school year your diligence and effort as parents and students have played major roles in the success that is an everyday occurrence at Fort Zumwalt South. Best wishes for an exciting finish to this school year, a relaxing summer, and a renewed strength next fall as we continue to build upon our tradition of excellence at FZS. Sincerely, Kevin Keltner, Ed. D. Principal
FROM OUR ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS CLASS OF 2018 Our time together is drawing to a close. I am so proud of each one of you and the growth that you had over the past four years. You all amaze me everyday. Your new chapter in life is about to start and you are ready to go out and change the world. No matter what the future brings you, you will always be a Bulldog! You will have your South High memories. You might not remember every teacher or late nights doing homework, but you will remember that one teacher who made a difference and the friendships you made. There are a lot of activities still going on this month. Be ready! Prom is May 5th at Old Hickory. I can t wait to see you all dressed up. Our Graduation Walk will be held on May 14th. You must wear your cap and gown. The last day of school is May 15th. Study hard for your final exams. Colleges want to see your final transcript. Graduation rehearsal will be Friday, May 18th at 8:00 a.m. It is MANDATORY! And last but not least, Graduation is May 26th at 9:30 a.m. You need to arrive by 8:30 a.m. Grad Night will follow as the doors will open at 9:30 p.m. This year s Grad Night is going to be awesome! You will not want to miss it. Enjoy every last minute!!! Dr.Ticia Garbarini Assistant Principal CLASS OF 2019 Only 18 school days remain in May. It is crucial that you keep focused during this time. In April, we finished the month with our ACT and EOC exams. The first two weeks of May will involve AP testing for those in specific courses. Once AP exams are complete, this gives us approximately one full week of classes before final exams begin. Did I mention only 18 school days remain? In speaking with many of you concerning grades, extracurriculars, and post-secondary plans, I continue to be impressed year after year at your growth and determination to achieve your goals. Many of our extra-curriculars will be winding down shortly. Thank you to all who participated and to those that cheered on our Bulldogs. I am looking forward to seeing you all at Prom Saturday, May 5th. Let s finish the school year strong and on a positive note. This could go without saying, but I cannot help myself, 18 more days until our class may begin chanting SENIORS, SENIORS, SENIORS! Mr. Joe Serles Assistant Principal CLASS OF 2020 Well, Class of 2020, just a little over a month of your sophomore year left to go! Wow, did it fly by. Even though May 24th will be here before you know it, be sure to stay on top of your school work and prepare for your final exams. In addition, those of you taking EOC exams, be sure to do your best and take them seriously! On Thursday, May 10 th, at 7:30 a.m., Jostens will be here to hand out class rings. Those of you who ordered them, your name will be on a list and you will be dismissed to the commons to receive them. I have enjoyed spending the past two years with you and look forward to watching you learn and grow during your junior year. Make it a great May! Mrs. Stephanie Goellner Assistant Principal CLASS OF 2021 This is it we are almost there. There are just 18 days left of school! As exciting as that may be, you do need to focus during these 18 days! Final exams will begin on Tuesday, May 22 nd and run through your last day, Thursday, May 24 th. Remember, your finals can count for up to 20% of your semester grade. It is important that you finish strong; however, if you need a summer school application, they are available in the guidance office. It is important to stay on top of your credits. Sign up to see your counselor if you have any questions. Your freshman year is almost at an end. Many of you have made new friends, gained new interests and hobbies, and discovered that high school is different than middle school, and it can be a lot of fun! I hope you have a great summer, and I look forward to spending the next three years with you all! Dr. Angie Hahn Assistant Principal
Early Release Days Are Moving Next Year The 2018-2019 school year calendar is on our website. Just click here. We are grateful for the home-school partnership in teaching children that every minute counts at school and want to make a special note: Early Release Days move to Wednesdays in 2018-2019. We know many of you use this time to schedule appointments, etc., so your child can be at school when class is in session. The change takes effect in August. We hope that by reminding you of this change over the next few months, you and your family are ready for the next school year. Thank you for support of strong school attendance. #EveryMinuteCounts ACT TEST DATE June 9, 2018 Annual Parent Notifications Click here: District Flyers Click here: http://www.fz.k12.mo.us/about_us/annual_parent_notifications
Counseling Department SENIOR AWARDS NIGHT May 2, 2018 6:30 p.m. Seniors must complete a Final Transcript Release Form. Guidance cannot send your end-of-year transcript to your college or university until you do this. If you are entering the military or work force, you still must fill out this form. Also, don t forget that if you took and paid for college credit, you will need to complete a release for those grades to be sent to your college also. Stop by guidance and get all the necessary forms as soon as possible. JUNIORS now is the time to start thinking about your college future, start talking to college representatives and visiting college campuses over the summer! Lewis & Clark Tech School Students: Last day of attendance for Seniors is May 14, 2018. Last day of attendance for Juniors is May 21, 2018. All students are to report to South High for the remaining school days following their final day at Tech School, and are expected to be in attendance through the duration of their 4th period class. @FZSCounseling College & Career Visits Testing Dates & Deadlines Scholarships, Etc...
May 5, 2018 Old Hickory Golf Club 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Tickets on Sale: April 30 - May 4 during lunches May 3-4 after school Ticket Prices: April 30 - May 3 $55 May 4 $60
CLASS OF 2018 GRAD NIGHT PARTY Grad Night tickets will be sold during lunches beginning on May 7th for $15 ($20 for guests). T-shirts will be given out with the tickets. The party will begin at 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 26th and end at 5:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 27th. We will have a velcro wall, inflatables, bubble soccer, carnival games, air brush tattoos, casino games, escape rooms, laser tag, and more! There is also a magician and a hypnotist. We have spent over $10,000 on prizes for the night. You don t want to miss out on all of the fun. Good food will be provided throughout the evening. So, bring a friend and enjoy one last party as the South Bulldogs Class of 2018. FZS YEARBOOKS DISTRIBUTION AT LUNCH MAY 9TH AND MAY 10TH Yearbooks will be available to pick up at all lunch shifts on May 9th and 10th between 11:00 a.m. and 12:35 p.m. Tech school students may pick up their books in the commons on their way out of the building. All other picks ups must come to Room 223 after school. Forgot to order a yearbook? If there are extra copies available, they will be sold during lunch shifts on May 9th for the price of $65, first come, first served. Questions, contact jdemeter@fz.k12.mo.us.
CLASS OF 2018 End of the Year Activities Monday, March 19 Sign up for Senior Field Trip to the Zoo, must turn in Permission Form/Pay $10 Bus Fee before Friday, April 6. Thursday, April 12 Graduation Speaker Auditions - Contact Mrs. Holly James for information - speeches are due to Mrs. James by April 10 Friday, April 13 Tuesday, April 24 Graduation announcement delivery during lunches. Senior Field Trip to the St. Louis Zoo - 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 30- Prom Tickets are on sale during lunches Friday, May 4 Tickets are $55 April 30-May 3, $60 on May 4 Thursday, May 3- Friday, May 4 Wednesday, May 2 Friday, May 4 Saturday, May 5 Monday, May 7-11 Tuesday, May 8 Wednesday, May 9 Prom Tickets are on sale after school Senior Awards Night (By Invitation Only) - FZS Auditorium - 6:30 p.m. Senior Cap and Gown Photos in Auditorium Hallway (optional) - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Prom at Old Hickory Golf Course - 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Grad Night Tickets on sale during lunches. Tickets are $15 for SHS seniors and $20 for guests Top 25 Banquet (By Invitation Only) - The Christy Banquet Center/O Fallon 6:00 p.m. Cap and Gown Distribution during lunches Monday, May 14 Tuesday, May 15 Senior Finals Monday, May 14 Tuesday, May 15 Friday, May 18 Saturday, May 26 Senior Class field trip to elementary schools - 12:50 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Permission form due Friday, May 4. Seniors Last Day of Classes 8:00 a.m. - Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal *All graduating seniors are required to attend the rehearsal in order to participate in the commencement ceremony. ALL FINES MUST BE PAID IN ORDER TO RECEIVE GRADUATION TICKETS! Commencement at the Family Arena in St. Charles Graduates must arrive no later than 8:30 a.m. Ceremony begins promptly at 9:30 a.m. 10:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. - Grad Night Celebration at FZS Students will not be allowed to leave Grad Night until dismissed; we will have chaperones monitoring all exits. Students need to arrive at Grad Night by 11:00 p.m.
Be ready for the rigor of AP classes! Learn skills to ensure success in AP classes at SHS Two days Stress Management JULY 24 & 25 9AM - NOON The Purpose To learn skills to help you be successful in upper level, AP courses at South High School. We will cover stress management, college and career preparedness, study skills and writing skills. College and Career preparation FORT ZUMWALT SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL 8050 Mexico Road Saint Peters, MO 63376 636 978-1212 @FZSCounseling July 24 and 25 from 9am-noon
FORT ZUMWALT SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL 2017-2018 School Calendar AUGUST FEBRUARY M Tu W Th F M Tu W Th F 1 2 3 4 8/8 N e w Te a c he r Orie nta tio n 1 2 2/2 M idpo int 3 rd Qua rte r 7 8 9 10 11 8 /9-10 A ll Te a c he r P la n D a ys 5 6 7 8 9 2/ 19 Ho lida y-p re s ide nts ' D a y 14 15 16 17 18 8 / 15 P ro fe s s io na l D e v e lo pm e nt 12 13 14 15 16 21 22 23 24 25 8 / 16 F irs t D a y 19 20 21 22 23 28 29 30 31 26 27 28 SEPTEMBER MARCH M Tu W Th F M Tu W Th F 1 9/4 La bo r D a y 1 2 3/9 End 3 rd Qua rte r - A LL 4 5 6 7 8 9 / 14 M idpo int 1s t Qua rte r 5 6 7 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 12 13 14 15 16 3 / 12-3 / 16 Spring Break 18 19 20 21 22 19 20 21 22 23 3/30 Ea s te r B re a k 25 26 27 28 29 26 27 28 29 30 OCTOBER APRIL M Tu W Th F 10 / 12 End 1s t Qua rte r - EL & M S M Tu W Th F 4/2 Ea s te r B re a k 2 3 4 5 6 10 /13 End 1s t Qua rte r - HS 2 3 4 5 6 4/3 Ele c tio n D a y 9 10 11 12 13 10 / 13 R e c o rds D a y - EL & M S 9 10 11 12 13 4/ 3 P ro fe s s io na l D e v e lo pm e nt 16 17 18 19 20 10 / 2 5-2 6 K-8 P / T C o nfe re nc e s 16 17 18 19 20 4/4 C la s s e s R e s um e 23 24 25 26 27 10 / 2 6-2 7 N o S c ho o l - EL & M S 23 24 25 26 27 4/ 20 M id P o int 4 th qua rte r 30 31 10 / 3 0 F a ll B re a k - A LL 30 NOVEMBER MAY M Tu W Th F 11/ 7 Ele c tio n D a y M Tu W Th F 1 2 3 11/ 16 M idpo int 2 nd Qua rte r - A LL 1 2 3 4 5/23 La s t D a y - EL & M S Ea rly R e le a s e 6 7 8 9 10 11/17 P ro fe s s io na l D e v e lo pm e nt 7 8 9 10 11 5 /2 3-2 4 Ha lf-d a y F ina ls - HS 13 14 15 16 17 11/2 3 Tha nks g iv ing Ho lida y 14 15 16 17 18 5/24 La s t D a y - HS 20 21 22 23 24 11/ 2 2-2 4 N o S c ho o l A LL 21 22 23 24 25 5/24 R e c o rds D a y 27 28 29 30 28 29 30 31 5/28 M e m o ria l D a y DECEMBER M Tu W Th F 12 / 2 1 End 2 nd Qua rte r - EL & M S M Tu W Th F = Snow Day Make-Up 1 12 / 2 2 End 2 nd Qua rte r - HS 1 (if applicable) 4 5 6 7 8 12 /21-22 Half-Day Finals - HS 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 15 12 /2 2 End o f S e m e s te r - HS 11 12 13 14 15 18 19 20 21 22 12 / 2 2 N o S c ho o l - EL & M S 18 19 20 21 22 25 26 27 28 29 12 / 23-1/ 2 Winte r B re ak 25 26 27 28 29 JUNE JANUARY Denotes "A-Days" M Tu W Th F Denotes "B-Days" 1 2 3 4 5 1/ 3 R e c o rds D a y Denotes "C-Days" 8 9 10 11 12 1/ 4 C la s s e s R e s um e Denotes "D-Days" 15 16 17 18 19 1/ 15 Ho lida y-m LK, J r. D a y Half-Day Finals 22 23 24 25 26 Denotes No School for Students 29 30 31 Denotes No School for All 7:25-2:25 Begin End 1st 7:25 8:15 Begin End 2nd 8:20 9:10 1st 11:00 11:30 3rd 9:15 10:05 2nd 11:34 12:02 4th 10:10 11:00 3rd 12:06 12:35 5th 11:05 12:35 6th 12:40 1:30 7th 1:35 2:25 A-Day (Monday, Tuesday, Friday of 5-Day Week) Lunch Schedule (5th Hour) B-Day C-Day D-Day (Wednesdays of a 5-Day Week) (Thursdays of a 5-Day Week) (Thursdays of a 5-Day Week) 7:25-2:25 7:25-12:55 7:25-11:55 Begin End Lunch Schedule (5th Hour) Begin End Lunch Schedule (6th Hour) Begin End Lunch Schedule (6th Hour) 1st 7:25 9:00 Begin End 2nd 7:25 9:00 Begin End 2nd 7:25 8:40 Begin End 3rd 9:05 10:40 1st 10:40 11:10 4th 9:05 10:40 1st 10:40 11:10 4th 8:45 10:00 1st 10:00 10:30 5th 10:45 12:45 2nd 11:14 11:42 6th 10:45 12:55 2nd 11:14 11:42 6th 10:05 11:55 2nd 10:34 11:02 7th 12:50 2:25 3rd 11:46 12:15 RELEASE AT 12:55 P.M. 3rd 11:46 12:15 RELEASE AT 11:55 A.M. 3rd 11:06 11:35
FZS CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2017-2018 1/24/18 Senior Pictures by Cilento Studios (by appointment only) 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (On Campus/Auditorium)... June 22 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (On Campus/Auditorium)... July 6 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (On Campus/Auditorium)... July 27 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (On Campus/Auditorium)... Aug. 1 Fall Sports Begin 8:00 a.m. (Auditorium)... July 31 Jr. & Sr. Schedule Pick-Up (7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.)... Aug. 1 Sophomore Schedule Pick-Up (7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.)... Aug. 2 Freshman Schedule Pick-Up (7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.)... Aug. 3 ALL Schedule Pick-Up (1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.)... Aug. 7 CAPS Meeting 6:00 p.m. (Auditorium)... Aug. 8 Freshman Transition Day 12:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m... Aug. 9 First Day Lewis & Clark Tech School... Aug. 10 Football Jamboree 7:00 p.m. (at Parkway Central)... Aug. 14 First Day of School... Aug. 16 Open House 6:30 p.m./a+ - 6:00 p.m.... Aug. 17 Labor Day No School... Sept. 4 Powder-Puff Game 6:00 p.m.... Sept. 13 Midpoint/First Quarter... Sept. 14 Senior Panoramic Picture... Sept. 15 Homecoming Game 7:00 p.m.... Sept. 15 Homecoming Dance 7:00 p.m.... Sept. 16 College Financial Aid Night 6:30 p.m. (Aud.)... Oct. 3 Choir Concert 7:00 p.m.... Oct. 5 Orchestra Concert 7:00 p.m.... Oct 9 Band Concert 7:00 p.m... Oct. 10 Picture Retakes... Oct. 10 PSAT... Oct. 11 End of First Quarter (High School)... Oct. 13 Senior Picture Deadline... Oct. 13 ACT Testing for Sophomores... Oct 18 Booster Club Craft Fair... Oct. 21 Red Ribbon Week... Oct 23-31 Fall Play 7:00 p.m.... Oct. 26-28 Winter Sports Meeting (Aud.) 2:30 p.m.... Oct. 27 College Rally Day... Oct 27 No School Fall Break... Oct. 30 Girls Swimming Begins (Rec-Plex)... Nov. 6 No School... Nov. 7 CAPS Meeting 6:00 p.m. (Auditorium)... Nov. 9 Veterans Day/USO Show... Nov. 10 Mr. FZS 7:00 p.m.... Nov. 15 Midpoint/Second Quarter... Nov. 16 No School Professional Development Day... Nov. 17 Yearbook Club Picture Day... Nov. 21 No School Thanksgiving Holiday... Nov. 22-24 Play Production 7:00 p.m.... Dec 7 & 8 Winter Orchestra Concert 7:00 p.m. (Auditorium)... Dec. 11 Winter Band Concert 7:00 p.m.... Dec. 12 Winter Choir Concert 7:00 p.m.... Dec. 14 First Semester Finals Begin... Dec. 20 First Semester Half-Day Finals... Dec. 21-22 End of First Semester... Dec. 22 No School Winter Break... Dec. 23 - Jan. 2 Records Day No Students... Jan. 3 Second Semester Begins... Jan. 4 Curriculum Night 6:00 p.m.... Jan. 11 No School Martin Luther King Day... Jan. 15 Winter Show 7:00 p.m.... Feb. 1-3 Midpoint/Third Quarter... Feb. 2 Winter Formal... Feb. 17 No School Presidents Day... Feb. 19 Band Concert 7:00 p.m.... Feb. 22 Spring Sports Meeting (Aud.) 2:30 p.m.... Feb. 26 Choir Concert 7:00 p.m.... Feb. 27 Orchestra Concert 6:30 p.m.... Feb. 28 Activity Free Night... Mar. 5 CAPS Meeting 6:00 p.m.... Mar. 8 End of Third Quarter... Mar. 9 No School Spring Break... Mar. 12-16 Meet the Coach 6:00 p.m.... Mar. 21 Essence of PPI 6:00 p.m.... Mar. 28 Easter Break... Mar. 30-Apr. 2 No School Students... Apr. 3 PPI Leadership Seminar 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.... Apr. 3 Sr. Citizens Musical Matinee & Dinner (3:15pm)... April 18 Spring Show 7:00 p.m. (Auditorium)... Apr. 19-21 Midpoint/Fourth Quarter... Apr. 20 End-of-Course Exams... April 23-27 / April 30-May 4 ACT Testing for Juniors... Apr. 24 National Honor Society Induction 6:00 p.m.... Apr. 25 One-Acts (Drama) 7:00 p.m... May 1 Senior Awards Night 6:30 p.m.... May 2 Prom at Old Hickory 7:00 p.m.... May 5 AP Testing... Week of May 7 Orchestra Concert 7:00 p.m.... May 7 Top 25 Banquet - 6:00p.m.... May 8 Band Concert 7:00pm (Auditorium)... May 10 Staff Appreciation Day & Dinner... May 11 Spring Choir Concert 7:00 p.m. (Auditorium)... May 15 Second Semester Finals Begin... May 22 Second Semester Half-Day Finals... May 23-24 Last Day of School... May 24 Graduation 9:30am... May 26