The Blue & Gold

Email: ssullins@madison.k12.al.us
Website: https://www.madison.k12.al.us/Schools/bhs
Location: 4123 Winchester Road, New Market, AL, United States
Phone: 256-851-3300
Facebook: facebook.com/buckhornhighschool
Twitter: @buckhorn_high

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Mr. Todd Markham, Principal

Mr. David Carroll, Assistant Principal, Athletic Director

Mr. Frankie Davidson, Assistant Principal

Ms. April McCutcheon, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Sarah Fanning, Curriculum Specialist

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Mrs. Royce Balch, CNP Manager

Mrs. Beth Countess, Administrative Assistant

Mrs. Angie Gothard, Registrar

Mrs. Laura McFarlen, School Nurse

Mrs. Margaret Norman, Registrar

Mr. Robby Perry, Plant Manager

Mrs. Kelley Waldon, Bookkeeper

The first day of school for all students is Tuesday, August 5th, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

NEW START TIMES FOR THE 2014-15 SCHOOL YEAR

*BHS Bell Schedule

The building will open at 8:00 a.m.

First Block **8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Break 10:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

Second Block 10:20 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.

Third Block 11:55 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.

Fourth Block 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The building will close at 4:00 p.m.

*This initial (trial) bell schedule can change, if needed. Furthermore, if any modifications are needed, as determined by the BHS Administration, the changes will be announced and posted on all of our social media sites as soon as possible.

**Students will report to assigned homerooms at 8:30 a.m. on the first day of school.

The building will be open on regular scheduled school days from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Students arriving on campus before the first bell should be dropped off in the back of the building (near the big buck, 'Bucky') and report directly to the cafeteria. Students are not allowed to roam the building before the first bell. If a student needs to go to a teacher's room before the the first bell, arrangements must be made for a teacher to escort a student to his or her room. If a student is staying with a teacher after school, he/she must remain with the teacher until a parent or guardian picks him/her up. The building will close at 4:00 p.m. each day, so please make arrangements to have your child picked up before this time. *This does not include athletic practices/conditioning that require the use of the facilities.

2014-15 MADISON COUNTY SCHOOLS' CALENDAR

Mr. David Barden, Science

Mrs. Andrea Hills, English

Mr. Shelby Hunter, Social Studies

Mr. Mack Malone, Social Studies

Mr. Cary 'Mac' McCurry, Science

Mr. Travis Tate, Learning Specialist

Mr. Dobye Willis, Custodian

Pending Board Approval:

Brandon Britt, Learning Specialist

We have made every effort to contact parents (those who have a student with an expired immunization card) throughout the summer, via the U.S. Postal Service, our social media sites, and our school messenger phone service. We still have a few students who have not turned in updated immunization records. If you have received a letter or a call from the school, indicating your child has an expired immunization card, please make sure to take care of this no later than 3:30 p.m. on Monday, August 4th. According to state law, if a student's immunization record is not up-to-date, he/she will not be allowed to attend school until up-to-date records have been turned in to the school. We will continue to make calls through our school messenger phone service and post reminders on our social media sites, until all students have turned in updated information. If you have any questions you can call the school at 256-851-3300 or email Nurse Laura McFarlen at lmcfarlen@madison.k12.al.us.

In order to expedite the processing of the free and reduced lunch applications, MCBOE's CNP Supervisor has made the application available ONLINE this year. While the application is not required to be completed online, it is strongly recommended to enable your child to receive benefits sooner. If you have any questions, need assistance, or need access to a school computer, you may call the school at 256-851-3300, during regular school hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Free & Reduced Lunch Online Application

Parents, or individuals acting in that capacity, are responsible for seeing that each student under his/her care and control follows school system policy and local school rules and regulations. It is also the responsibility of parents to know such policies, rules and regulations, and to contact the school in the event he/she has not received or is not aware of such policies, rules and regulations.

According to Alabama State Law Section 16-1-24.1, parents are:

• Responsible financially for a child’s destructive acts against school property or persons
  
• Responsible and required to appear at school when requested by an appropriate school official for a conference regarding acts of a child and/or the discipline of a child
  
• Required to see that a child is enrolled in school according to state law, and further
  
• Required to see that the child regularly attends school and abides by the system’s rules and regulations related to attendance
  
• Required to compel the child to properly conduct him/herself in accordance with the policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of behavior adopted by the system and the local school.
  
  

Student Dress Code

The Madison County Board of Education believes good grooming and personal appearance are essential elements in the teaching and learning process. Students are expected to dress in a manner to ensure their health and safety. Grooming and dress must not distract or interfere with the educational opportunity of other students. Dress, unnatural hair color, skin, or other parts of the body, that draws excessive or unnecessary attention to the extent it is disruptive, potentially disruptive, or suggestive of disruption or violence, is not allowed. Principals and other administrators have the authority to use discretionary judgment to prohibit such dress based on past or current circumstances. Unless otherwise specifically stated or addressed, rules and regulations contained in the Dress Code apply to normal school hours; however, such rules and regulations may be enforced at any school function or activity where the wearing of such dress is inappropriate for the type of activity, or such dress is determined to be potentially disruptive or dangerous. Rules and regulations of the dress code apply to all students, unless exceptions are granted due to a student's disability, medical condition, or other exceptions approved by the Principal.

5-12 Coats and Outer Garments Heavy coats and excessively bulging outer garments are not to be worn inside school buildings, and are to be taken immediately to a locker and remain there until authorized dismissal from school. Sweaters and light jackets are permissible during cold weather when conditions warrant.

K-12 Jewelry and Body Piercing Except for normal piercing of the ears and wearing of earrings that do not distract or draw unnecessary attention, wearing of other body piercing items on any part of the body is not allowed. Wallet chains and/or oversized chains are not allowed at school or on school buses.

K-12 Appropriate dress for students must be worn that does not reveal the body in an inappropriate manner, e.g. clothing must not be too tight, too short, bare at the midriff or sides. Sundresses, off the shoulder tops, spaghetti straps, tank tops, sheer or see-through clothing, and clothing with holes may not be worn.

K-12 Pants The length of pants should not be such that they touch the floor when standing. Pants are not to be excessively baggy, sagging, or otherwise obviously distracting and concealing, and shirts and tops that are long enough to conceal excessively baggy, sagging or otherwise obviously distracting and concealing pants are not permitted.

K-12 Shorts, skirts, and dresses too short in length are not allowed. A general guide to length is that the item should fall below the tips of the fingers when arms are fully extended to the side; however, due to physical differences in some students, this guide may mean some items are still too short.

5-12 Athletic shorts and sweatpants are not acceptable.

K-12 Clothing must not include pictures, writings, symbols, etc., promoting, acknowledging, or suggesting drugs, drug paraphernalia, tobacco products, alcohol, sexual activities, gangs, groups, individuals, or activities that would be considered potentially dangerous, disruptive, or hazardous to the student, to other students, or to the school environment.

5-12 Shirts, blouses and tops are not to be excessively long, and should not extend below the middle of pants pockets, while pants are not to be excessively baggy, sagging, or otherwise obviously distracting and concealing. Such garments are not to be too tight, or bare at the midriff or sides.

K-12 Book bags are allowed in all grades, but must be used strictly for the purpose of transporting books, school supplies and student personal items to and from school and classes.

K-12 Athletic Bags are allowed, but must be used only for the purpose of transporting athletic material. They are not to be used as a normal method of transporting regular school supplies on school campuses.

In compliance with established procedures for searches outlined in the Code of Conduct, school officials have the authority to search book and athletic bags, and any other containers, when they have reasonable suspicion to believe a bag contains dangerous, illegal, or other unauthorized material.

K-12 Shoes or sandals must be worn. Foot apparel determined to be dangerous or a safety hazard may not be worn.

K-12 Hats, caps, bandanas, and other head coverings are not permitted in the school during regular hours or on school buses. Sunglasses are not to be worn in the school or on school buses. During inclement weather, head coverings may be worn for purposes of protecting against such weather, but are not to be worn in school buildings.

K-12 Students must be neatly dressed, clean, and well groomed. Dress, unnatural hair color, skin, or other parts of the body, that draws excessive or unnecessary attention to the extent it is disruptive, potentially disruptive, or suggestive of disruption or violence, is not allowed.

K-12 Hair must be worn in such a way that it does not impair vision and is not considered unsafe or hazardous.

K-12 The Principal may allow exceptions in dress for a specific activity, e.g., athletic events, drama productions, etc., but such exceptions are only for those activities. Exceptions that compromise the Dress Code's intent to ensure the safety of students and employees are not permitted.

2014-15 Code of Conduct booklets and/or links for online access will be provided within the first few days of school. Please check with your child so you can sign and return all required documentation as soon as possible. Thank you!

Buckhorn High School's phone number changed last year! Make sure you have the correct numbers. Our main phone number is now 256-851-3300 and our fax number is now 256-851-3301.

Please be aware of the revisions that were made to this year’s calendar. This year's school calendar includes four half-days for professional development on September 26th, October 31st, February 13th, and April 17th. Students will attend the first half of the school day on each of these dates. Fall Break has returned this year and will be October 6th - 10th. We will also observe President’s Day on Monday, February 16, 2015. All other holidays/breaks remain the same as previous years.

2014-15 MADISON COUNTY SCHOOLS' CALENDAR

ACT Results - Seniors (last year's juniors) who participated in the state ACT testing and received college-reportable scores will be able to view their scores and score report on a free ACT Web account they create. Students can create an account at www.actstudent.org. If a student has an existing account, he/she can log in to the account to check the state ACT testing scores. If you have questions, please e-mail ACT-WebAccount@act.org.

2014-15 ACT Test Dates & Deadlines

Test Date: September 13, 2014

Registration Deadline: August 8, 2014 | Late Fee Required: August 9–22, 2014

Test Date: October 25, 2014

Registration Deadline: September 19, 2014 | Late Fee Required: 9/20–10/03, 2014

Test Date: December 13, 2014

Registration Deadline: November 7, 2014 | Late Fee Required: November 8–21, 2014

Test Date: February 7, 2015

Registration Deadline: January 9, 2015 | Late Fee Required: January 10–16, 2015

Test Date: April 18, 2015

Registration Deadline: March 13, 2015 | Late Fee Required: March 14–27, 2015

Test Date: June 13, 2015

Registration Deadline: May 8, 2015 | Late Fee Required: May 9–22, 2015

ACT Online Registration

ACT Test Prep

ACT Online Test Prep

Please Note: All current eleventh graders (Class of 2016) will take the ACT Plus Writing at BHS (free of charge) on Tuesday, April 28, 2015. The make-up date for the ACT Plus Writing assessment is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2015. A username and password for online ACT test prep will be provided to all current eleventh graders prior to the ACT test in April. Date TBA.

SAT Test Dates & Deadlines

Test Date: October 11, 2014

Registration Deadline: September 12, 2014 | Late Registration (Phone/Online): Sept. 30, 2014

Test Date: November 8, 2014

Registration Deadline: October 9, 2014 | Late Registration (Phone/Online): October 28, 2014

* Deadlines expire at midnight, EDT (U.S.).

Register Now for the 10/11 & 11/8 SAT test dates.

SAT Website

2014-15 Madison County Schools' Testing Schedule, All Grade Levels.

Pre-AP & AP Students! If you haven't finished [ or started ;) ] your summer reading assignments, there is still time!

Pre-AP English 9 - Required Reading: The Book Thief by Markus Zusak.

Click the blue course title link for the full summer reading assignment.

Pre-AP English 10 - Required Reading: Warriors Don’t Cry by Melba Pattillo Beals

(Choice titles added this summer: Legend by Marie Lu & Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs). Click the blue course title link for the full summer reading assignment and additional choice titles.

AP Language 11 - Required Reading: The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch. Click the blue course title link for the full summer reading assignment and additional choice titles.

AP Literature 12 - Required Reading: Lord of the Flies by William Golding (ISBN 0399501487) White cover with a giant fly. Please pay special attention to the exact version Lord of the Flies so that everyone in the course will have the same page numbers AND How to Read Literature Like a Professor by Thomas C. Foster (Summer reading: chapters 11 and 19). All texts must be purchased in HARD COPY form for this class.

Click the blue course title link for the full summer reading assignment and additional choice titles.

AP U.S. History - In order to complete the summer reading for pre-AP US History, you need to visit http://bhsapush.pbworks.com and register. Click the blue course link for the full summer reading assignment and additional directions.

Senior Class Day - Tuesday, July 29, 2014, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Blue Gym

Teacher Institute - Wednesday, July 30, 2014, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Cafeteria

Teacher Workday - Thursday, July 31, 2014, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Junior Class Day - Thursday, July 31, 2014, 8:00 a.m. - Noon, Blue Gym

Sophomore Class Day - Thursday, July 31, 2014, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Blue Gym

Teacher Workday - Friday, August 1, 2014, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Freshman Round Up - Friday, August 1, 2014, 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., Last Name A-J, and 12:30 p.m. - 2:30p.m., Last Name K-Z, Cafeteria

Sales Tax Holiday - Friday, August 1st through Sunday, August 3rd

Athletic Physicals - Saturday, August 2, 2014, 8:00 a.m. - 10:00a.m., SportsMED

Teacher Workday - Monday, August 4, 2014, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Personalized parking space designs will only be approved August 4th - 6th.

Back to School Night - Monday, August 4, 2014, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Chill Factory

The first day of school is TUESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2014. 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Painting days for senior personalized parking spaces is scheduled for Saturday, August 9th from 8:00 a.m. to Noon and 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, August 10th from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. These will be the only painting days and times.

Are You Ready for Some Buckhorn Football? The BHS Bucks will have a "Laundry Bowl Scrimmage" on Friday, August 15th at the Tommy R. Ledbetter Stadium. Kick-off is at 6:00PM. GO BUCKS!! BUCK NATION!! 2014 Buckhorn High School Football Schedule

3 Week Progress Reports - Thursday, August 21, 2014.

Labor Day Holiday - Monday, September 1, 2014. No School.

Six Week Progress Reports - Thursday, September 11, 2014

Homecoming versus James Clemens' Jets - Friday, September 19, 2014

Homecoming Dance - Saturday, September 20, 2014, BHS Cafeteria, 7PM - 11PM, $10.00

Teacher Professional Development Half-Day - Friday, September 26, 2014

Excellence in Leadership H.S. Conference - Thursday, October 2, 2014, Troy University

End of Grading Period - Friday, October 3, 2014

Fall Break - Monday, October 6th - Friday, October 10th

Report Cards - Thursday, October 16, 2014

Cappex Easy Money Scholarship Sweepstakes

Deadline: July 31, 2014

Amount of Award: $1000.00

Scholarship (sweepstakes) eligibility requires you meet the following:
Currently enrolled in high school or college or plan to enroll in the next 12 months.
Note: Application deadline is Jul 31, 2014, One award will be granted. Good luck!

American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) Student Transportation Video Contest

Deadline: August 1, 2014

Amount of Award: $500.00

Scholarship Overview

This contest is for students of all ages. To enter, applicants must create an original two- to four-minute video examining any aspect of transportation in the United States. See their website for more details and suggested topic ideas.

Women in Public Finance Scholarship

Deadline: August 25, 2014

Amount of Award: Average amount is $3000.00 - 10 awards granted

Scholarship Overview:

This scholarship is for women who are college-bound high school students entering their senior year in the fall of 2014. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA or equivalent; exhibit leadership skills through extracurricular activities, volunteer positions, and/or work experience; and have an interest in pursuing a public finance-related career in finance, government, nonprofits, or law. For an application you can visit their website.

Luis E. Torres Scholarship Award
Deadline: August 31, 2014
Amount of Award: $500.00 - $1000.00

Scholarship Overview
This scholarship is for students who have overcome a medical hardship in pursuit of higher education. Scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors, community college students, community college transfer students, undergraduate students, and graduate students. Applicants must have a documented illness/disability; have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5; and be pursing their first undergraduate or graduate degree. Applicants must plan to enroll full-time in at a two- or four-year US-accredited institution in the United States, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, or Guam. Applicants must be US citizens or legal permanent residents with a permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551. Applicants must include a letter of recommendation from their treating physician.

SunTrust's 'Off to College' Sweepstakes

Deadline: Ongoing, September 15th through Mid-May
Amount of Award: $1000.00
The 2014-15 'Off to College Sweepstakes' will begin on September 15, 2014. High school seniors and current college students can win a $1,000 scholarship.

AES Engineering Scholarship
Deadline: October 6, 2014
Amount of Award: $500.00
How to Apply:
Students must submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words in answer to the following question: When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey? Submit essay to: scholarships@aesengineers.com
There is no application packet for this award. Please do not include your resume at this time. Be sure to include your full name as well as the name of the school you are attending this year and your plans for next year.

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program
Deadline: Opens Late August - Ends Early November
Amount of Award: Up to $30,000.00 per year
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program is a new undergraduate scholarship program available to high-performing high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend the nation’s best four-year colleges and universities. College Scholars receive up to $30,000 per year, college planning support, ongoing advising, and the opportunity to network with the larger JKCF Scholar community. The application period is open from late August to early November. Up to 40 College Scholars are selected for this program each year. Final notification is in late February. Visit the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship Program Website for an application and more information.

The P.L.A.Y. Scholarship

Deadline: December 3, 2014

Amount of Award: $1000.00

Are you a student who loves to help animals? P.L.A.Y. wants to hear your story!

To qualify: The contest is open to U.S. residents. No purchase necessary. All participants must be enrolled as full-time high school juniors or seniors. Entries are limited to one submission per person. Immediate family members of P.L.A.Y. employees are excluded from this contest. All essay submissions must be received by 11:59pm EST on Wednesday, December 3, 2014.

How to enter: To apply, students will submit an essay with 2-3 photos of their volunteer efforts to help animals in need and how that involvement has changed their lives or shaped their perceptions on the importance of animal welfare.

• The essay should be between 500-1000 words.
• Send a Word doc attachment to scholarship@petplay.com with your essay submission
• The file name should be your full name, state, and date of birth. For example, Chipper-Jones-GA-4-24-1972
• All submission emails must contain the student’s full name, date of birth, email address, postal address, high school they are currently enrolled in, and a phone number to contact.
  
  

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Young Scholars Program

Deadline: Opens Mid-January - Ends Mid-March 2015

Amount of Award: Financial Support from the 8th grade through high school

The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Young Scholars Program offers the most personalized, generous scholarship and educational support to exceptionally promising students from families across the nation who have financial need. Young Scholars receive comprehensive educational advising and financial support from the 8th grade through high school to pursue their unique academic and talent goals. The application period is open from mid-January to mid-March. Up to 60 Young Scholars are selected for this program each year. Final notification is in the early fall. Visit the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Young Scholars Program Website for an application and more information.

ACHE Junior & Community College Performing Arts Scholarship Program
Deadline: Varies

Amount of Award: Varies

An award not to exceed in-state tuition only for attendance at public junior and community colleges in Alabama. Awards are based on demonstrated talent determined through competitive auditions. Awards are not based on financial needs.

This award is for full-time students attending public junior and community colleges in Alabama. Contact the financial aid office at any public junior or community college in Alabama to apply. Competitive auditions will also be scheduled as part of the application process. For more information, please visit their website.

Alabama Student Grant Program
Deadline: Varies

Amount of Award: Up to $1200.00 per year
The Alabama Student Grant Program is an award of grant assistance at an eligible independent Alabama college or university and is not based on need. Up to $1200 per academic year with maximum amount available only when sufficient funds are available.
Who may apply?
Undergraduate students--both half-time and full-time--who are Alabama residents attending Birmingham-Southern College, Concordia College, Faulkner University, Huntingdon College, Judson College, Miles College, Oakwood College, Samford University, Selma University, Southeastern Bible College, Southern Vocational College, Spring Hill College, Stillman College, and the University of Mobile.
How to apply?
Applications are available from the financial aid office at the institution you plan to attend. Application deadline dates are printed on the application form.

American Red Cross BloodStock Scholarship Challenge

Deadline: Varies

Amount of Award: $1000.00 - $2000.00

You can help save lives and win money for college through the American Red Cross BloodStock Scholarship* Challenge! Participating in the BloodStock Scholarship Challenge is exciting! We'll help you develop your event planning, marketing and recruitment skills, while you help the American Red Cross collect much needed blood components during the summer and winter months. If you host a new successful American Red Cross Blood Drive during the summer or winter promotional period and meet the program requirements, you will qualify for the respective BloodStock Scholarship drawing! See full details below.
Summer $1000 BloodStock Scholarship Challenge
-Blood Drive must be held between May 1 and August 31.
-Attend face-to-face planning meeting(s)and stay in close contact with your American Red Cross Representative.
-Find a blood drive location with the help of your American Red Cross Representative.
-Recruit and schedule at least 46 blood donors from friends, family and potential past donor lists supplied by the American Red Cross.
-Help recruit volunteers to assist at the blood drive (greeters, canteen).
-Be at the blood drive for the entire drive to better ensure the success of your BloodStock Drive.
-Collect a minimum of 35 units of blood from volunteer blood donors to enter the drawing for a $1000 scholarship.
Summer $2000 BloodStock Scholarship Challenge
-Blood Drive must be held between May 1 and August 31.
-Attend face-to-face planning meeting(s)and stay in close contact with your American Red Cross Representative.
-Find a blood drive location with the help of your American Red Cross Representative.
-Recruit and schedule at least 65 blood donors from friends, family and potential past donor lists supplied by the American Red Cross.
-Help recruit volunteers to assist at the blood drive (greeters, canteen).
-Be at the blood drive for the entire drive to better ensure the success of your BloodStock Drive.
-Collect a minimum of 50 units of blood from volunteer blood donors to enter the drawing for a $2000 scholarship.
Winter $1000 BloodStock Scholarship Challenge
-Blood Drive must be held between December 15 and January 15.
-Attend face-to-face planning meeting(s)and stay in close contact with your American Red Cross Representative.
-Find a blood drive location with the help of your American Red Cross Representative.
-Recruit and schedule at least 46 blood donors from friends, family and potential past donor lists supplied by the American Red Cross.
-Help recruit volunteers to assist at the blood drive (greeters, canteen).
-Be at the blood drive for the entire drive to better ensure the success of your BloodStock Drive.
-Collect a minimum of 35 units of blood from volunteer blood donors to enter the drawing for a $1000 scholarship.
*Scholarship check will be made payable to the College/University the student is or will be attending, not to the individual.

AQHF Swayze Woodruff Memorial Mid-South Scholarship

Deadline: December 2014 (Official date will be announced in August 2014)

Amount of Award: Varies

Ideal candidates have been a member of AQHA (American Quarter Horse Association) or AQHYA (American Quarter Horse Youth Association) for at least one year who is from Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi or Tennessee, and who competes in AQHA-approved shows. Member must apply during their senior year of high school or while enrolled at an accredited college or university. Recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative 2.5 grade point average. Current or previous AQHF scholarship recipients are not eligible to receive this scholarship. Funding for this scholarship will be applied to a four-year undergraduate degree program of the student's choice. For more information, please visit their website.

The largest source of academic scholarships is from the specific colleges. Most colleges have scholarship funds for students with particular skills and abilities as well as demonstrated academic evidence. Contact the financial aid office of your college or university to schedule an appointment. Be sure to ask for any lists of scholarships or other aid available to students.

$11 billion in merit scholarships is available for college. The problem is, these academic scholarships have never been easy to find. Until now. Introducing MeritAid.com, a comprehensive directory of merit scholarships and academic scholarships from colleges across the country. Let the colleges come to you! Visit http://www.meritaid.com/ and type in the name of a college to access their scholarship list.

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) will be available January 1. If you need assistance in filling out the form, call Marcus Crutcher or James Thomas at the NACEE (North Alabama Center for Educational Excellence) 256-372-4600 to request a free consultation.

If you are planning to play sports in college, make sure you sign up on the NCAA or NAIA website.

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• Mrs. Dee Gordon is the 11th grade counselor and 9th grade counselor for students with last names A through G.
  
• Mr. Dan Schwanke is the 12th grade counselor and 9th grade counselor for students with last names H through M.
  
• Mrs. Stephanie Wheeler is the 10th grade counselor and 9th grade counselor for students with last names N through Z.
• Mrs. Tina Hill and Mrs. Sherry Ricketts are Buckhorn High School's attendance office personnel and can assist you with check-in/check-out procedures, student absences, and other attendance questions.
• Mrs. Paige Craig is our library media specialist and our technology integration mentor. You can access the media center's website here.
  
• Madison County Schools' High School Academic Guide and Course Catalog.
  
• Get instant access to final exam schedules, rehearsal/graduation schedules, and other general information for high school students at the Madison County Schools' Secondary Education Website.
  
• Visit Madison County Schools' Website for district news and announcements.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Mr. Trey Dyer for purchasing the full access Smore account and allowing me to use it! I have been using Smore to create our online flyers and I had used all of the free ones provided in the basic (free) account. His generosity made this Back to School, Special Edition possible. The full account also allows personalized backgrounds, so I created the simple Buckhorn background to take advantage of this perk and to personalize our newsletter a little! Thank you again, Mr. Trey Dyer!

On a side note, I just wanted to say - I have been at Buckhorn High School for twenty-one years now and even though I have always thought BHS is a pretty awesome place to work - the administrators, teachers, students, parents, and community members I get to work with on a daily basis now, make it SPECTACULAR!

If there is anything I can ever do to assist you, please don't hesitate to ask.

Here's to a great 2014-15 school year!

In Service,

Suzanne Sullins

Technology Media Specialist

Webmaster|Social Media Manager|Public Relations Representative|Broadcasting

The Madison County School District does not discriminate in admission, treatment, or access to programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, religious preference, disability, age, gender, citizenship, non-English speaking ability, or homeless status. Students with disabilities will be provided with the same needed supports and services for extra-curricular programs and activities that are provided during the school day, unless doing so would fundamentally alter the nature of the program and activity.

Contact for Title IX and Section 504
Mrs. Anna S. Watts
Telephone: 256.852.2557 Fax: 256.851.2127
Email Address: awatts@madison.k12.al.us

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Madison County Board of Education

1275 Jordan Road, Huntsville, Alabama 35811
Mailing Address P.O. Box 226
Huntsville, Alabama 35804
(256) 852-2557

Buckhorn High School

4123 Winchester Road, New Market, Alabama 35761

(256) 851-3300

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