Weekly Memo:  Good evening Silver Hawk families, this is Principal Carter Hillman with your Weekly Memo:

• All information provided in this Memo is posted on the VMCCA website under the “Principal’s Message.”
• Parents and Students:  All students will be in mandatory Hawks Nest from Tuesday, December 10th through Friday, December 13th to prepare for fall semester final exams.
• Parents: Final exams will be the week of December 16th through the 20th.  A schedule for final exams is posted on the VMCCA website.
• Parents: Students will receive Final Exam Parent Permission forms tomorrow, Monday, December 2nd.  These forms allow your student(s) to leave school early after morning exams if they do not have an afternoon exam.  Without a signed form, parents will need to check students out of school In Person.  The deadline for Parent Permission forms is this Friday, December 13th.  Extra forms can be found in the main office. 
• Senior and Senior Parents: The Senior exemption policy for final exams for non-state required courses is as follows:  Any senior with an A or B average and ten or fewer absences will be exempt from teacher-made exams.  The state requires seniors to take CTE and EOC final exams.
• Parents: Students and families can visit jordandriving.com starting on Wednesday, December 18th to see the registration date for their child’s school. Registration will be on January 6th through January 8th. Each school will have its own date and time to begin registering. Please note if VMCCA does not show up, we are associated with Southeast Raleigh High School. 
• Junior and Senior Parents:  Upon returning from Winter Break, Wake Tech will not have classes on Monday and Tuesday, January 6th and 7th.  Wake Tech students have received a parent permission form for students to come late to or leave early from VMCCA campus during those days.  This form needs to be returned to school no later than this Friday, December 13th.  Students without a signed form will need to remain in the media center during Wake Tech classes.
• Keep your students safe, keep in contact with your teachers, and have a good evening.
• Todas las familias hispanohablantes deberían recibir este "mensaje semanal" a través de un correo electrónico una vez por semana. Si no recibe este correo electrónico, comuníquese con la oficina 

Weekly Memo:  Good evening Silver Hawk families, this is Principal Carter Hillman with your Weekly Memo:

• All information provided in this Memo is posted on the VMCCA website under the “Principal’s Message.”
• Seniors and their Parents:  FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is now open to students and their parents.  Both the student and parent need a FSA ID (Federal Student Aid ID).  Need help/have questions:  Contact our Financial Aid Advisor, Audrey Lee at anlee@wcpss.net 
• Parents and Students:  All students will be in mandatory Hawks Nest from Tuesday, December 10th through Friday, December 13th to prepare for fall semester final exams.
• Parents: Final exams will be the week of December 16th through the 20th.  A schedule for final exams will be posted on the VMCCA website after Thanksgiving break.
• Parents: Students will receive Final Exam Parent Permission forms tomorrow, Monday, December 2nd.  These forms allow your student(s) to leave school early after morning exams if they do not have an afternoon exam.  Without a signed form, parents will need to check students out of school In Person.  The deadline for Parent Permission forms is this Friday, December 13th.  Extra forms can be found in the main office. 
• Senior and Senior Parents: The Senior exemption policy for final exams for non-state required courses is as follows:  Any senior with an A or B average and ten or fewer absences will be exempt from teacher-made exams.  The state requires seniors to take CTE and EOC final exams.
• Keep your students safe, keep in contact with your teachers, and have a good evening.
• Todas las familias hispanohablantes deberían recibir este "mensaje semanal" a través de un correo electrónico una vez por semana. Si no recibe este correo electrónico, comuníquese con la oficina principal para agregar su correo electrónico a la lista.

Weekly Memo:  Good evening Silver Hawk families, this is Principal Carter Hillman with your Weekly Memo:

• All information provided in this Memo is posted on the VMCCA website under the “Principal’s Message.”
• Seniors and their Parents:  FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is now open to students and their parents.  Both the student and parent need a FSA ID (Federal Student Aid ID).  Need help/have questions:  Contact our Financial Aid Advisor, Audrey Lee at anlee@wcpss.net 
• Parents and Students:  There will be no school this Wednesday, November 27th through Friday, November 29th for the Thanksgiving Holiday.  The school will be closed during that time.  Students will return to school on Monday, December 2nd.  
• Parents: Final exams will be the week of December 16th through the 20th.  A schedule for final exams will be posted on the VMCCA website after Thanksgiving break.
• Senior and Senior Parents: The Senior exemption policy for final exams for non-state required courses is as follows:  Any senior with an A or B average and ten or fewer absences will be exempt from teacher-made exams.  The state requires seniors to take CTE and EOC final exams.
• Keep your students safe, keep in contact with your teachers, and have a good evening.
• Todas las familias hispanohablantes deberían recibir este "mensaje semanal" a través de un correo electrónico una vez por semana. Si no recibe este correo electrónico, comuníquese con la oficina principal para agregar su correo electrónico a la lista.

Weekly Memo:  Good evening Silver Hawk families, this is Principal Carter Hillman with your Weekly Memo:

• All information provided in this Memo is posted on the VMCCA website under the “Principal’s Message.”
• Seniors and their Parents:  One important key to financial aid and scholarships is the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).  FAFSA opens Sunday, December 1st.  Both the student and parent need a FSA ID (Federal Student Aid ID).  Get those FSA IDs now so you'll be ready December 1st!  Need help/have questions:  Contact our Financial Aid Advisor, Audrey Lee at Anlee@wcpss.net 
• Ninth grade parents: This Tuesday, November 19, 9th grade students currently enrolled in Healthful Living will participate in the Human Trafficking Safety and Awareness lesson during class. Students received a parent information form in their Healthful Living class on Friday, November 8. If you do not wish for your student to participate in this lesson, please email VMCCA administration no later than tomorrow, Monday, November 18. Please reach out to our Student Services team with any questions.
• Parents: Your student has a little over three weeks left of the fall semester prior to final exams.  This is a great time to review PowerSchool grades with your student.
• Parents and Students:  There will be no school next Wednesday, November 27th through Friday, November 29th for the Thanksgiving Holiday.  The school will be closed during that time.  Students will return to school on Monday, December 2nd.  
• Keep your students safe, keep in contact with your teachers, and have a good evening.
• Todas las familias hispanohablantes deberían recibir este "mensaje semanal" a través de un correo electrónico una vez por semana. Si no recibe este correo electrónico, comuníquese con la oficina principal para agregar su correo electrónico a la lista.

Weekly Memo:  Good evening Silver Hawk families, this is Principal Carter Hillman with your Weekly Memo:

• All information provided in this Memo is posted on the VMCCA website under the “Principal’s Message.”
  Parents and Students: Please note a change to Hawks Nest school policy.  Students who are failing a class or classes with a grade below 50 due to missing work will be assigned to a required ALC Hawks Nest daily until all assignments have been completed or the student is passing the class.  The exception to this policy is if students are missing tests.  ALC Hawks Nest will go into effect at the end of the four-week mark of each quarter.  For this quarter it will begin tomorrow Monday, November 4th.
• Seniors and their Parents:  One important key to financial aid and scholarships is the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).  FAFSA opens Sunday, December 1st.  Both the student and parent need a FSA ID (Federal Student Aid ID).  Get those FSA IDs now so you'll be ready December 1st!  Need help/have questions:  Contact our Financial Aid Advisor, Audrey Lee at Anlee@wcpss.net 
• Parents: VMCCA students have six weeks remaining before final exams, with several shortened weeks during this time.  This would be a great time to review PowerSchool Grades with your student.
• Parents and Students:  There is no school for students this Tuesday, November 5th due to a WCPSS Teacher Workday.
• Parents and Students:  There is no school for students and staff next Monday, November 11th due to the Veterans Day Holiday.  VMCCA will be closed that day.  Also, there is no school for students next Tuesday, November 12th due to a WCPSS teacher workday.
• Keep your students safe, keep in contact with your teachers, and have a good evening.
  Todas las familias hispanohablantes deberían recibir este "mensaje semanal" a través de un correo electrónico una vez por semana. Si no recibe este correo electrónico, comuníquese con la oficina principal para agregar su correo electrónico a la lista.

Weekly Memo:  Good evening Silver Hawk families, this is Principal Carter Hillman with your Weekly Memo:

• All information provided in this Memo is posted on the VMCCA website under the “Principal’s Message.”
• Parents and Students: Please note a change to Hawks Nest school policy.  Students who are failing a class or classes with a grade below 50 due to missing work will be assigned to a required ALC Hawks Nest daily until all assignments have been completed or the student is passing the class.  The exception to this policy is if students are missing tests.  ALC Hawks Nest will go into effect at the end of the four-week mark of each quarter.  For this quarter it will begin next Monday, November 4th.
• Seniors and their Parents:  One important key to financial aid and scholarships is the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).  FAFSA opens Sunday, December 1st.  Both the student and parent need a FSA ID (Federal Student Aid ID).  Get those FSA IDs now so you'll be ready December 1st!  Need help/have questions:  Contact our Financial Aid Advisor, Audrey Lee at Anlee@wcpss.net 
  VMCCA Spirit Week Oct 28th through Nov 1st.  Theme days will be posted throughout the school and noted on school announcements.
• Parents and Students: The VMCCA National Honor Society is spearheading a donation drive for the people affected by Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina. We have identified a school in Old Fort.  NHS is partnering with our VMCCA students & staff, as well as coordinating this effort with all the NHS chapters in WCPSS who wish to join us. The following items can be dropped off until Thursday, October 31st: BLANKETS: Blankets should be donated along with laundry detergent; TOWELS: Towels/handtowels/washcloths should be donated along with soap/shampoo, and STUFFED ANIMALS. 
• The VMCCA PTSA is partnering with Panic Point in Youngsville. Anyone who buys a ticket online and uses the promo code “VMCCA” at checkout will get 10% off their tickets. The link to the website is: https://raleighhauntedhouse.com
• Parents and Students:  There is no school for students on Tuesday, November 5th due to a WCPSS Teacher Workday.
• Keep your students safe, keep in contact with your teachers, and have a good evening.
• Todas las familias hispanohablantes deberían recibir este "mensaje semanal" a través de un correo electrónico una vez por semana. Si no recibe este correo electrónico, comuníquese con la oficina principal para agregar su correo electrónico a la lista.

Weekly Memo:  Good evening Silver Hawk families, this is Principal Carter Hillman with your Weekly Memo:

All information provided in this Memo is posted on the VMCCA website under the “Principal’s Message.”

Sophomore Parents and Students:  All sophomores will take the PreACT next Wednesday, October 23rd during the morning hours.  This is a practice ACT for all tenth-grade students to prepare them for taking the ACT during their junior year.

Seniors and their Parents: CFNC Countdown to College FREE Application Week.  Next week (10/21-10/26) this list of colleges are waiving their application fees.  Students MUST apply during with week through the CFNC website.

Seniors and their Parents:  One important key to financial aid and scholarships is the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).  FAFSA opens Sunday, December 1st.  Both the student and parent need a FSA ID (Federal Student Aid ID).  Get those FSA IDs now so you'll be ready December 1st!  Need help/have questions:  Contact our Financial Aid Advisor, Audrey Lee at Anlee@wcpss.net 

Parents and Students: The fall dance will take place on Friday, October 25th from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. Cost of the dance is $5.00. Only advanced tickets will be sold and can be purchased on the school website.  On the same evening before the dance, we will be hosting a Trunk or Treat for students and families from 6:00 to 7:00 PM in the school parking lot. Cost for participating is $5.00 per family and also available for purchase online on the school website.

Parents and Students: The VMCCA National Honor Society is spearheading a donation drive for the people affected by Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina. We have identified a school in Old Fort.  NHS is partnering with our VMCCA students & staff, as well as coordinating this effort with all the NHS chapters in WCPSS who wish to join us. The following items can be dropped off until Thursday, October 31st: BLANKETS: Blankets should be donated along with laundry detergent; TOWELS: Towels/handtowels/washcloths should be donated along with soap/shampoo, and STUFFED ANIMALS. A great time to drop off donations would be during the Trunk or Treat / School Dance event next Friday. can be at the Fall Festival.

VMCCA Spirit Week Oct 28th through Nov 1st. Theme days will be posted throughout the school and noted on school announcements.

The VMCCA PTSA is partnering with Panic Point in Youngsville. Anyone who buys a ticket online and uses the promo code “VMCCA” at checkout will get 10% off their tickets. The link to the website is: https://raleighhauntedhouse.com

Keep your students safe, keep in contact with your teachers, and have a good evening.

Todas las familias hispanohablantes deberían recibir este "mensaje semanal" a través de un correo electrónico una vez por semana. Si no recibe este correo electrónico, comuníquese con la oficina principal para agregar su correo electrónico a la lista.

Weekly Memo:  Good evening Silver Hawk families, this is Principal Carter Hillman with your Weekly Memo:

• All information provided in this Memo is posted on the VMCCA website under the “Principal’s Message.”
• Freshmen Parents: This Tuesday, October 15th, ninth-grade students currently enrolled in Healthful Living will participate in the Signs of Suicide lesson during class. Last week on Tuesday, October 8th, students received a parent information letter and an opt-out form in their Healthful Living class. If you do not wish for your student to participate in this lesson, please sign and return the opt-out form to the main office tomorrow, Monday, October 14th. Please reach out to Tracy Taylor at ttaylor5@wcpss.net with any questions.
• Freshman and Junior Parents and Students:  All freshmen and junior students will take the PSAT this Wednesday, October 16th during the morning hours.  This is a practice SAT for these students. 
  VMCCA will celebrate its ten-year anniversary with an alumni event on Saturday, October 19th from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.  All are welcome.
• Sophomore Parents and Students:  All sophomores will take the PreACT next Wednesday, October 23rd during the morning hours.  This is a practice ACT for all tenth-grade students to prepare them for taking the ACT during their junior year.
• Parents and Students: The fall dance will take place on Friday, October 25th from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. Cost of the dance is $5.00. Only advanced tickets will be sold and can be purchased on the school website.  On the same evening before the dance, we will be hosting a Trunk or Treat for students and families from 6:00 to 7:00 PM in the school parking lot. Cost for participating is $5.00 per family and also available for purchase online on the school website.
• Parents and Students: The VMCCA National Honor Society is spearheading a donation drive for the people affected by Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina. We have identified a school in Old Fort. NHS is partnering with our VMCCA students & staff, as well as coordinating this effort with all the NHS chapters in WCPSS who wish to join us. The following items can be dropped off until Thursday, October 31st: BLANKETS: Blankets should be donated along with laundry detergent; TOWELS: Towels/handtowels/washcloths should be donated along with soap/shampoo, and STUFFED ANIMALS. A great time to drop off donations would be during the Trunk or Treat / School Dance event next Friday. can be at the Fall Festival.
• The VMCCA PTSA is partnering with Panic Point in Youngsville. Anyone who buys a ticket online and uses the promo code “VMCCA” at checkout will get 10% off their tickets. The link to the website is: https://raleighhauntedhouse.com
• Keep your students safe, keep in contact with your teachers, and have a good evening.
• Todas las familias hispanohablantes deberían recibir este "mensaje semanal" a través de un correo electrónico una vez por semana. Si no recibe este correo electrónico, comuníquese con la oficina principal para agregar su correo electrónico a la lista.

Weekly Memo:  Good evening Silver Hawk families, this is Principal Carter Hillman with your Weekly Memo:

• All information provided in this Memo is posted on the VMCCA website under the “Principal’s Message.”
• Attention Juniors: Are you ready for the experience of a lifetime? Apply for NC Governor’s School - a four-week summer residential program for academically talented high school students. Learn new concepts in engaging classes and seminars without the pressure of grades and tests. Check your student email for more info. Sign up for an information session by scanning the QR code on the flyers posted around the school.
• Freshmen and Junior Parents and Students:  All freshmen and junior students will take the PSAT next Wednesday, October 16th during the morning hours.  This is a practice SAT for these students. 
  Students: Please join your VMCCA family for the Walk for Hope this Sunday, Oct. 13th beginning at 9:30 AM at the Angus Barn.  The Walk for Hope is this year's service learning project and supports mental health research in our area. To register go to walkforhope.com and look for the VMCCA team.
  VMCCA will celebrate is ten-year anniversary with an alumni event on Saturday, October 19th from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.  All are welcome.
• Parents and Students: The fall dance will take place on Friday, October 25th from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. Cost of the dance is $5.00. Only advanced tickets will be sold and can be purchased on the school website.  On the same evening before the dance, we will be hosting a Trunk or Treat for students and families from 6:00 to 7:00 PM in the school parking lot. Cost for participating is $5.00 per family and also available for purchase online on the school website.
• The VMCCA PTSA is partnering with Panic Point in Youngsville. Anyone who buys a ticket online and uses the promo code “VMCCA” at checkout will get 10% off their tickets. The link to the website is: https://raleighhauntedhouse.com
• Keep your students safe, keep in contact with your teachers, and have a good evening.
• Todas las familias hispanohablantes deberían recibir este "mensaje semanal" a través de un correo electrónico una vez por semana. Si no recibe este correo electrónico, comuníquese con la oficina principal para agregar su correo electrónico a la lista.

Weekly Memo:  Good evening Silver Hawk families, this is Principal Carter Hillman with your Weekly Memo:

• All information provided in this Memo is posted on the VMCCA website under the “Principal’s Message.”
  Attention Juniors: Are you ready for the experience of a lifetime? Apply for NC Governor’s School - a four-week summer residential program for academically talented high school students. Learn new concepts in engaging classes and seminars without the pressure of grades and tests. Check your student email for more info. Sign up for an information session by scanning the QR code on the flyers posted around the school.
• Parents:  The last day of the first quarter is Wednesday, October 3rd.  Please review PowerSchool grades with your student(s).
• Parents and Students: There will be no school for students on Thursday and Friday, October 3rd and 4th due to WCPSS Teacher Workdays.  Students will return to school on Monday, October 7th.
• The VMCCA PTSA is partnering with Panic Point in Youngsville. Anyone who buys a ticket online and uses the promo code “VMCCA” at checkout will get 10% off their tickets. The link to the website is: https://raleighhauntedhouse.com
• Keep your students safe, keep in contact with your teachers, and have a good evening.
• Todas las familias hispanohablantes deberían recibir este "mensaje semanal" a través de un correo electrónico una vez por semana. Si no recibe este correo electrónico, comuníquese con la oficina principal para agregar su correo electrónico a la lista.