Cabot High School

Please call the school office with any questions or concerns, 843-3562. Our faculty and administration would love to hear from you.

May

8- Softball vs Bentonville @ AR Tech 5:00

10- Sophomore Ring Order under grand staircase 8am-3:15pm

10- Senior Muffins with Moms before school in LOFT

11- Senior Donuts with Dads before school in LOFT

11- Sophomore Ring Order under grand staircase 10am-6pm

11- Baseball State Tournament

11- Senior Celebration of Excellence 7:00 PM

11- Drivers Education Registration Begins

12- Seniors Last Day

13- Track Meet of Champs @ Russellville 1:00

16- Sophomore/Junior Celebration of Excellence 7:00 PM

17- Soccer 7A Playoff

17- Track Decathlon/Heptathlon 12:00

18- Life Impact Diploma Presentations

19- Graduation

24-25- Semester Tests

25- Last Day of School

Wednesday, May 24

1st Test: 8:00-9:10

3rd Test: 9:15-10:25

Lunch: 10:25-11:00

5th Test: 11:05-12:15

7th Test: 12:20-1:30

Thursday, May 25

2nd Test: 8:00-9:10

4th Test: 9:15-10:25

Lunch: 10:25-11:00

6th Test: 11:05-12:15

7th: 12:20-1:30

The Cabot School District is offering summer school June 1- 28 for those students who failed the following subjects: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, World History, American History Civics, Economics, Arkansas History and all levels of English 9-12. Each class is worth 1/2 credit. Classes are $150.00 each, and students can take up to two classes. Students can take PE and Health without having failed them first. Student will often choose to do this to make room in their school schedule for other classes. Heath and PE are $50.00 each. Summer School information can be found in the CHS Counseling Center.

Cabot Drivers Education: Applications are located in the office at CHS. Registration opens Thursday, May 11 at 7:30 am at the CHS front office. 60 slots are available. Slots are available on a first come basis. The cost is $250.00 and a $75.00 deposit is non-refundable.

Springtime is here--

Reminders for girls: no athletic shorts, short rompers, length of skirts and shorts must be no more than 4 inches above the knee, shirts can be sleeveless but must have wide straps and not show the shoulder

Reminders for boys: length for shorts, no more than 4 inches above the knee, as well as no sleeveless shirts

Click HERE to view the student handbook policy.

Tryouts for HS volleyball:

When: May 8-12 Time: 3:30pm 4:30 pm

Where: HS Annex Gym

All students must have current physicals.

Baseball tryouts will be May 15th -19th at the HS baseball field from 4 pm-6 pm daily. You must have a current physical and the athletic forms on the Cabot schools website to try out. This tryout is for young men entering grades 9-12.

Any Sophomores or Juniors who would like to try out for golf, please stop by Rm 1424 to sign up. A current physical is required. Times, dates, and location will be announced later.

Cabot High School Boys Soccer Tryouts for the 2017-2018 school year will be held May 15-19, from 3.30-4.30pm @ Junior High South soccer fields. Current 8th grade students are eligible to tryout. In order to tryout all players must have a current physical as well as athletic forms that can be found on the Cabot schools website: http://www.cabotschools.org/panther-pride/athletic-forms-handbook

"A 2017 CHS Graduate Lives Here" all weather yard signs are available for purchase in the front office or the Media Center for $20. Stop by and pick one up before they sell out!

Seniors: You and your parents are invited to special drop-in breakfasts on May 10 and 11 in the loft from 7:15-8:00. On Wednesday, May 10, seniors and their Moms (or Grandmothers or special Mom friends) are invited to Muffins with Moms, and on Thursday, May 11, seniors and their Dads (or Grandfathers or special Dad friends) are invited to Donuts with Dads! Please invite your parents to stop by on your last week as Cabot High School students!

1. NOW!

Seniors should be applying for colleges, scholarships, vocational programs, meeting with recruiters and/or making plans for life after graduation now. Seniors are advised to be aware of application requirements and deadlines as each institution has their own specific entrance qualifications. Students can make a written request for transcripts in the CHS Counseling Center.

2. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is now available to students at the link below. All Seniors applying for college must complete the FAFSA for consideration for federal aid. This application must also be completed as part of the Arkansas Academic Challenge (Lottery Scholarship) application. For help The website is www.fafsa.gov

FAFSA

3. Arkansas Lottery Scholarship- IMPORTANT!

Students who applied for the Arkansas Lottery Scholarship should log onto his/her application to determine the status. If there is a status of Eligibility Pending, then there is an issue with the application which needs to be resolved. If the status is Pending Acceptance, this means the scholarship needs to be formally accepted. Failure to accept a scholarship could results in loosing it. Students should check their personal and school email for the information. As previously advised, Seniors should be using a personal email account since the school email will not be accessible after this school year. College students will also need to continue to check their personal email account throughout the next four years for renewal information. Failure to resolve these issues could result in a loss of the four year, $14,000.00 scholarship.

4. CHS Senior Rankings

This information is available in the CHS Counseling Center. The seniors will be ranked one last time in May after the second semester's grades are final and before the graduation ceremony.

5. Academic Medallions

An academic medallion is one of the highest academic awards given to Cabot students. In order to earn a medallion students must have earned a 3.5 or better GPA each and every semester of high school and not received any C's.

The list of academic medallion recipients is on the front wall by the office. Please stop by to make sure your name is on the list if you are expecting to receive medallion.

If you have any questions, please see the counseling center.

6. Cap and Gown

Jostens was here on March 9th to deliver caps/gowns, invitations, etc. If you did not get yours stop by room 1115 to pick up your graduation regalia.

7. Scholarships

Scholarship information can be found on the Cabot Counseling Center Webpage at the link below. This page is frequently updated and new scholarship opportunities are posted as soon as the information is made available.

CHS Counseling Center Scholarships & College information

8. Final Transcripts

Most colleges, universities and vocational schools require a final 8 semester transcript that includes the gradation date from high school. Students can fill a out transcript request at any time asking for it to be sent to the institution of his/her choice after May 20th. Transcript request are $1.00 a piece. Students should also consider signing the bottom of the transcript request to allow a parent/guardian to come in at a later time and request transcripts if needed. This is very helpful if a student moves away or transfers schools. If a parent/guardian does not have consent to request a transcript, the student is the only one who can access that information.

9. Return your books, pay your fines

Return all textbooks and pay any fines before your last day of school on May 12.

10. Life Impact Diploma forms

Be sure to turn in your Life Impact Diploma forms to Mrs. Southard or Mrs. Weir in the Media Center by Friday, May 12.

Students are to wear only caps and gowns approved by CHS administration. Graduation attire is to be worn as it is designed to be worn (caps on top of the head, robes zipped, etc).

No adornments other than school-issued collars, stoles, cords, and medallions are to be worn with caps and gowns. This includes corsages.

Student Attire – In addition to caps and gowns, graduates will wear clothes appropriate for this dignified occasion. Dressy attire is expected. To conform to the dress code, the recommended apparel is as follows:

Girls – Dress, skirt, or dress pants and blouse, dress shoes (black, navy, white, or beige are all acceptable colors), and any hosiery worn should be nude colored. If wearing a dress or skirt, please make sure that the hem is no longer than the hem of your graduation gown. If wearing dress pants please choose a dark solid color (black or navy). Avoid high collared dresses or blouses that would show above the collar of the gown.

Guys – White shirt, dark slacks, dark tie, black or brown shoes and socks

Prohibited Dress Items – athletic shoes, flip-flops, jeans, shorts, t-shirts, athletic apparel, sunglasses, blinking shoes, etc.

• CHS students will be allowed to check out with a parent/guardian note only. A parent/guardian phone number will need to be included on the checkout note for verification purposes.

• ***No phone call checkouts will be allowed because of safety concerns.

CHS is a closed campus and we strongly discourage students from checking out at lunch. This typically causes unnecessary tardies and classroom interruptions. If a student is checking out at lunch, a parent/guardian must physically come in and sign the student out and them back in from lunch.

Only a parent/guardian is allowed to drop lunch off for a student. If a parent/guardian is dropping off lunch for a student, there will be a table (outside the office) with a sharpie for the students name to be written on it. Students should know in advance that lunch is being dropped off to them.

Did you know that anyone can make a report on the Panther Tip Line. You or a student can submit a report or concern in any of these categories: Bullying, Drugs, Fighting, Safety Risk, Vandalism, a Personal Crisis and more. All personal information is kept confidential. To learn more, click on the link below.

Panther Tip Line

Students who park on campus must have a 2016/2017 parking pass visible hanging from the rear view mirror. If parking passes are not visible students may face disciplinary actions.

Students cannot park in lower parking after 3:30pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Lower parking must be cleared for band practice. Those cars left in lower parking after 3:30pm will face disciplinary action.

The Home Access Center or HAC has a new feature for parents of upcoming 7th through 12th grade students.

Login and click on Classes and then the Schedule tab and you will see course selections for next year.

If you see issues or have questions, contact the counseling center of the building your child will attend next year.

Did you know that Cabot Public Schools is now providing an easy to use solution for online payments. It's called RevTrak , and the new web store allows you to make payments online for high school clubs, activity fees and more? This new and convenient options saves time, reduces trips to the school office, and eliminates the need to send cash or check with your students. All it takes is a few clicks. To learn more about RevTrak click on the website below.

http://www.cabotschools.org/schools/cabot-high-school/chs-online-payment-store

• Attention Students! There are several spots open for this year's National Leadership Forum on June 4-9 at Harding University. They are extending the registration deadline until May 10, 2017. Students are registered from Arkansas, Tennessee, Texas, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. It will be a great week learning about leadership, exploring economic and cultural principles, and meeting new friends. Link here for online registration. http://www.harding.edu/events/nlforum

• Girls- 10th, 11th & 12th grade - Girls of Promise is offering a half-day Coding Summit. The program is offered to novices and experienced coders. UA-Pulaski Technical College is hosting the event July 27, 2017 (8:30 am - noon). Cost is free and reservations are required. Register online at: girlsofpromise.org/codingsummit.

• Seniors- Final Transcripts Most colleges, universities and vocational schools require a final 8 semester transcript that includes the gradation date from high school. Students need to fill a out final transcript request NOW. Transcript request are $1.00 apiece. Students should also consider signing the bottom of the transcript request to allow a parent/guardian to come in at a later time and request transcripts if needed. This is very helpful if a student moves away or transfers schools. If a parent/guardian does not have consent to request a transcript, the student is the only one who can access that information.

• ATTENTION SENIORS!!!! The FAFSA and the ARKANSAS ACADEMIC CHALLENGE SCHOLARSHIP (LOTTERY SCHOLARSHIP) are now open for application!! The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is now available to students at www.fafsa.gov. All seniors applying for college must complete the FAFSA for consideration for federal aid. This application must also be completed as part of the Arkansas Academic Challenge application. The Arkansas Academic Challenge application can be found at www.adhe.edu.

• Attention All- UCA is offering an online Reading Skills and Speed Reading Program this summer for 4-year-olds through high school juniors. For more information or to register call 1-800-964-9974.

• Seniors - The Cabot Lions Club is sponsoring the Rick Meadows Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship will be up to $1,000. Applications are available in the counseling center. Deadline is May 15, 2017

• Seniors- Odd Ball Scholarships- These are a list of scholarships that are unusual. You may find a scholarship that fits you just right. http://thekrazycouponlady.com/tips/finance/60-unusual-college-scholarships-you-should-apply-for-in-2017/. Deadlines vary

• Textbook Brokers in Searcy, AR is giving away one $250 textbook rental scholarship, one $150 rental scholarship, as well as six $100 rental scholarships, to eight graduating seniors. Schools served are: Harding University, ASU-Searcy, ASU-Beebe, and ASU-Heber Springs. Applications are available in the counseling center. Deadline is May 29, 2017. Drawing will be held May 31, 2017 to determine the winners.

• Seniors- If you are not yet a US Citizen there are still scholarships to help you pay for college. Go to this link to learn more- https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7XJ7HvtsaXHWmwzSEpoTTJSYkE/view

• Summer School - the Cabot School District is offering summer school June 1- 28 for those students who failed the following subjects: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, World History, American History Civics, Economics, Arkansas History and all levels of English 9-12. Each class is worth 1/2 credit. Classes are $150.00 each, and students can take up to two classes. Students can take PE and Health without having failed them first. Student will often choose to do this to make room in their school schedule for other classes. Heath and PE are $50.00 each. Summer School information can be found in the CHS Counseling Center.

• Seniors- The Horatio Alger Association is offering a $2,500 scholarship to pursue a career or technical education. Criteria includes high school completion by spring of 2017, Pell-eligibility, enrollment by fall 2017 with a commitment to pursue and complete a career or technical certificate/degree, and United States citizenship. For an application, visit application.horatioalger.org. Deadline is June 16, 2017.

• Sophomores and Juniors--The University of Arkansas for Medical Services is offering Camp Neuro. This one week summer day camp is open to high school students interested in exploring careers in medicine. The focus is on care and maintenance of the brain as well as psychology. Camp Neuro will be July 24th - 28th. Visit http://www.campneuro.org for more information. Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors- An ACT Prep

• Workshop is being offered at the Cabot Public Library, June 3, 2017 (9:00-1:00).Registration forms are available in the counseling center and at the public library. First come, first serve.

• SENIORS- Textbook Brokers, located in Conway, AR, is offering 5 full textbook rental scholarships (all fall 2017 required textbooks paid). This scholarship is available to any first-time freshman attending the University of Central Arkansas, Central Baptist College, or the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton. To apply the student must (1) visit our website https://conwaybooks.com/ , (2) click on the "New Student Scholarship" tab, then (3) complete and submit the online application. Supporting documents, recommendation letters, and essays are NOT a requirement. Students may submit an application until 11:59 pm on May 7, 2017.

• All Students- When registering online to take the ACT make sure your birthdate and Social Security number are correct. You also need to use your full name. Do not register under a nickname or partial name. For example, if your given name is John Michael Smith III, you must register under that name. Don’t register under the name you are called such as Trey Smith, but rather your full, given name. This will help avoid issues with sending transcripts, and ACT scores to colleges and universities.

• Sophomores and Juniors - Lyon College is hosting Outdoor/ACT Prep Camp. When students aren't learning how to raise their ACT scores, they will be ziplining, bouldering, tackling the ropes course, or playing ultimate frisbee. On average, students raised their score by three points - some even more. Visit https://www.lyon.edu/actcamp for more information.

• Seniors - Arthur's Beauty College is offering 20 - $1,000 scholarships and 20 - $500 scholarships. For more information visit arthursbeautycollege.com.

• Seniors-- Arkansas State University is offering the Tex Plunkett Scholarship for seniors planning to major in journalism. The Charles Rasberry Scholarship is for seniors planning a career in broadcasting. The online application is available at: http://www.astate.edu/college/liberalarts/departments/communication/scholarships/index.dot

• Sophomores and Juniors--The University of Central Arkansas is hosting the Arkansas and the World: Model United Nations Summer Camp for gifted and talented high school students (entering 10th through 12th grades) on July 23-28, 2017. There are no registration fees. Visit http://uca.edu/politicalscience/model-united-nations/arkansas-and-the-world/ for more information.agheritagefcs.com

• SENIORS - AgHeritage Farm Credit Services is offering ten $500 scholarships for dependent children and grandchildren of AgHeritage Farm Credit Services stockholder customers. They are also offering a $1000 scholarship to a current college student studying agriculture at an Arkansas university or college. (You do not need to be a customer to apply for this scholarship).

• The Merritt Wentz Educational Fund - for juniors and seniors who are Elk members or the spouse of a paid up Elk member, or a child (or stepchild) of a paid up Elk member, or a grandchild (or step-grandchild) of a paid up Elk member. (5) $2,000 each with a July 9, 2017 application deadline. Application is available at any Elks Lodge by May 2017.

• Arkansas Elite Welding Academy is located in Bee Branch, AR. For students interested in their program, visit arkansaseliteweldingacademy.com or call 501-581-5600.

• Studentscholarships.org has a plethora of scholarship opportunities. They include: Siemens Scholarship, You Deserve It Scholarship, Review It Scholarship,...

• B.Davis Scholarship- The creators of the “Student Award Search Aid” website are offering the B. Davis Scholarship, a $1,000 scholarship for 2017. Please visit our website at http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm Our website was developed solely for the purpose of helping students locate and apply for scholarships. We are trying to improve the students’ chances for success. The deadline for applications is May 22, 2017.

• Seniors - "Aspiring Fashion Professional" Scholarship. This is a $1,000 scholarship that will be awarded to students that are interested in pursuing a fashion degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Interested students can visit this link www.fashion-schools.org and find the scholarship located at the bottom of the page and click on it. Deadline for applications is June 1, 2017.

• This is a $1,000 scholarship that will be awarded to students that are interested in pursuing a fashion degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Interested students can visit this link www.fashion-schools.org and find the scholarship located at the bottom of the page and click on it. Deadline for applications is June 1, 2017.

• Seniors - SunTrust is offering a $500 scholarship with no GPA or financial need requirement. Enter once during each drawing period and enter by mail or online at: suntrusteducation.com/scholarshipsweepstakes.

• Seniors- "Aspiring Business Professional" Scholarship This is a $1,000 scholarship that will be awarded to students that are interested in pursuing a business degree at any accredited post-secondary school or college. Interested students can visit this link http://www.onlinembareport.com/ and find the scholarship located at the right side of the page and click on it. Deadline for applications is June 1, 2017.

• Seniors- Information about scholarships available through the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution is available at: http://www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships.

• The "Aspiring Animation Professional" Scholarship Program. This is the 5th year we are awarding this scholarship for AnimationCareerReview.com. We are offering high school seniors the opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship. This will be awarded to students that are interested in pursuing an animation career path at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Visit our website, http://www.animationcareerreview.com/ to find eligibility information along with the online application. The scholarship will be on the right side of the page and click on it. Deadline is June 1, 2017.

• SENIORS - WACE is pleased to announce and sponsor the Fifteenth Annual National Co-op Scholarship Program. As the largest independently sponsored merit co-op scholarship program in the U.S., WACE will award up to 175 merit co-op scholarships.

Students with attendance concerns please check with Darla Owens in High School Office or via email @ darla.owens@cps.k12.ar.us

Principal Assignments

A-D Mr. Tarvin

E-J Mrs. Gatewood

K-Q Mr. Donham

R-Z Mrs. Graham

Dean of Students Mr. Tollett

Principal Mr. Hawkins

Counselor Assignments

A-C Mrs. Miller

D-Holi Mrs. Walters

Holl-Morri Mrs. Wilson

Morro-Slu Mrs. Snyder

Smart-Z Mrs. Gibson

If you would like to email one of our fabulous faculty members like Mrs. Kester, all you will need to know is their first and last name and add @cps.k12.ar.us. For example, Mrs. Kester's email is twyla.kester@cps.k12.ar.us

Email: first.last@cps.k12.ar.us
Website: cabotschools.org
Location: 401 N Lincoln St, Cabot, AR, United States
Phone: 501-843-3562
Twitter: @CabotHigh