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What's Happening at Sparkman HS/S9

December 5-10, Volume 2016-17, Issue 20

What's Happeningat Sparkman HS/S9December 5-10, Volume 2016-17, Issue 20

Monday, December 5

  • Sparkman HS Photography Show - SHS Media Center
  • Bowling vs. Hazel Green at Pin Palace 4:30 PM
  • Takedown Club Meeting 6-8 PM


Tuesday, December 6

  • Sparkman HS Photography Show - SHS Media Center
  • SHS First Priority 8-8:20 AM Room 411
  • Basketball vs. Spain Park 4:30-9 PM
  • Wrestling MS/JV at Williams Middle School 5 -7 PM
  • Ignite a Spark: Volunteer at Santa's Village 4:30-9 PM

info: cgshields16@gmail.com

  • SHS & S9 Christmas Choir Concert 6 PM at Asbury United Methodist, Madison, AL
  • S9 Math Tutoring - 7:50-8:20 AM & 3:20-3:50 PM Room 162
  • S9: For Girls Only - 7:50 AM S9 room 252


Wednesday, December 7

  • Sparkman HS Photography Show - SHS Media Center
  • PTO SHS Faculty/Staff Christmas Lunch
  • Bowling vs. Grissom at Pin Palace 4:30 PM
  • Sparkman Spirit Night at Texas Roadhouse supporting SHS Journalism
  • S9 SGA Meeting 7:50 AM S9 Auditorium
  • S9 Scholar's Bowl 7:30 AM & 3:30 PM S9 Room 166
  • P7 Club 3:30-4:30 PM S9 Room 250


Thursday, December 8

  • Sparkman HS Photography Show - Open House 5:30-7:30 PM
  • SHS SGA meetings 8 AM or 3:30 PM
  • SHS Perfect Attendance Breakfast 8:30-9 AM - Cafeteria
  • PTO S9 Faculty/Staff Christmas Lunch - S9 Media Center
  • Wrestling vs. Huntsville High at S9 5-7:30 PM
  • Sparkman Winter Band Concert 6:30 PM - Gym 1
  • S9 FCA & First Priority Meeting 7:50 AM - S9 Auditorium
  • S9 Tutoring: English 7:50-8:20 AM and 3:20-3:50 PM (S9 Room 162)


Friday, December 9
  • Sparkman HS Photography Show - SHS Media Center
  • NHS officer meeting
  • Spanish Club Christmas Feast
  • Basketball vs. Buckhorn 4:30-9 PM
  • Wrestling V at Southside Classic


Saturday, December 10

  • ACT
  • Breakfast with Santa 8-10 AM SHS Cafeteria
  • Indoor Track at Holiday Invitational, Birmingham AL
  • Wrestling MS/JV at Grissom Tournament
  • Wrestling V at Southside Classic

2017-18 Photography

Photography applications are now being accepted for next school year. Applications are available in the counselor's office and outside of Room 306. These should be submitted to Mr. Mittman by Dec. 14. Acceptance letters should be sent by the first week of February.

Sparkman HS Mid-terms/Finals Info

SHS Mid-terms/Finals Info! Final exams are Dec.15 and 16. These days are regular school days and dismissal is at the regular time. However, students who wish to check out after exams and prior to 3:30 PM must complete the designated checkout form and return it to the attendance office before 3:30 PM on Tuesday, Dec. 13. Forms are available in the attendance office.

Sparkman Ninth Grade School Finals Info

On Thursday, December 15th and Friday, December 16th, students will be participating in final exams. The exams will conclude at 11:20 am. Please see the link regarding check-outs for these days. http://bit.ly/2h6fNua

Coming Soon


December

  • December 12- Wrestling vs Jemison/Lee at S9 5-8 PM
  • December 13- Basketball at Hazel Green 4:30-9 PM
  • December 13- 3B & 4B Midterm Exams (year long classes)
  • December 13- NHS Meeting 8 am or 3:30 PM
  • December 13- JROTC Toys for Tots Christmas Social 6-8 PM SHS Cafeteria
  • December 14- 1A & 2A Midterm Exams (year long classes)
  • December 15- 9th Grade Girls Basketball Round Robin 5-7 PM
  • December 15- 1B & 2B Midterm Exams (year long classes)
  • December 15- 1st & 2nd Final Exams (semester classes)
  • December 15 - Buses will run at normal time (3:30 PM)
  • December 16- 3A & 4A Midterm Exams (year long classes)
  • December 16- 3rd & 4th Final Exams (semester classes)
  • December 16 - Buses will run at normal time (3:30 PM)
  • December 16- Basketball at Bob Jones 4:30-9 PM
  • December 16-17- Wrestling at McCallie Tournament
  • December 17- Girls Basketball at She's Got Game Classic, Murfreesboro, TN
  • December 17- Boys Basketball at Huntsville/Birmingham Challenge, Wallace State
  • December 19,20,21- Boys Basketball at Bardstown Holiday Classic
  • December 19,20- Girls Freshman Basketball at James Clemens Holiday Tournament
  • December 20- Wrestling at Thompson Duals
  • December 26,27,28- Boys Basketball at al.com Classic
  • December 28- Wrestling MS at Arab Tournament
  • December 29- Wrestling V Battlefield Duals at Huntsville High
  • December 31- Wrestling V at Jemison Tournament

  • December 19- January 3- Winter Break for Students


January

  • January 4- Students return to school
  • January 9- Takedown Club Meeting
  • January 10- JRTOC Booster Meeting
  • January 16- MLK Day- No School

Guidance

SEE Program

SEE program students for next semester will need to fill out the green sheet and provide proof of employment by Friday, Dec. 9. Students not providing proof will have their schedule changed accordingly. Forms and proof of employment should be turned in to Mrs. Parrish in guidance.



2017-18 Photography

Photography applications are now being accepted for next school year. Applications are available in the counselor's office and outside of Room 306. These should be submitted to Mr. Mittman by Dec. 14. Acceptance letters should be sent by the first week of February.

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S9 Tutoring

S9 - Room 162
  • Tuesdays- Math 7:50 AM- 8:20 AM and 3:20- 3:50 PM
  • Thursdays- English 7:50 AM- 8:20 AM and 3:20 - 3:50 PM


S9 Computer Lab 133 is open for student usage each morning 7:50- 8:13 AM. See Mrs. Thomas for more information.

Basketball

Sparkman Football
Click this link for Sparkman Football Website

Sparkman Wrestling

FUNDRAISER


2017 Chik-fil-A calendar pre-order sale - ends December 16

See any Sparkman Wrestler to order

Sparkman Wrestling
Click this link for Sparkman Wrestling Website
Sparkman Cross Country and Track
Sparkman CC and Track Facebook Page
Sparkman Senator Soccer
Senator Soccer Facebook Page

Sparkman Spirit Store

Sparkman Spirit Store at this link!

Sparkman Tennis

Sparkman Bowling

Support Sparkman Bowling by sponsoring a Sparkman Bowler in their "20/20 Drive".

See any Sparkman Bowling team member for details.

Sparkman Swimming

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SHS SGA

Next Meeting: Thursday, December 8 - 8 AM or 3:30 PM

Ignite a Spark


Sparkman students, your help is needed! Sparkman's Ignite a Spark still needs volunteers to work at Santa's Village on December 6, from 4:30-9:00 PM. Students will work the hot chocolate stand, dress in a character costume, help in the post office, or be an elf for Santa or Mrs. Claus. If you are interested, please contact Camryn Shields at cgshields16@gmail.com

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Speech and Debate

Anyone interested in Speech and Debate Club should see Mrs. Hodge in room 123.
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Chemistry Club

Check the bulletin board for updates!

FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America

FBLA Members: if you did not receive your invitation for the holiday social, please stop by Room 135. RSVPs are due by Tuesday, Dec. 7

SHS Environmental Club

The Environmental Club is selling Piper and Leaf tea for $3 in front porch special, caramel apple pie and mistletoe groove flavors. See a club member or Mrs. Maxtion to purchase.
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Sparkman Service Organization

2016-2017 SHS Year Book, THE SENATOR, is on sale now!

Congrats to The Senator yearbook staff for their All-American ranking with four distinctions from the National Scholastic Press Association.

Order your 2017 THE SENATOR now online at myschoolfees.com The cost is $80.

Sparkman Spirit Nights at Texas Roadhouse!

Support the SHS Journalism Program by having dinner at Texas Roadhouse on Nov. 16, Nov. 23, Nov. 30 and every Wednesday in December. Simply, give a copy or show a copy of this flyer to your server when ordering. Dine in or carry out!
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Sparkman JROTC Booster Club

Next JROTC Booster meeting:

Tuesday, December 13, 6 PM - SHS Cafeteria.

JROTC Toys for Tots Christmas Social

Sparkman Band
Click this link for Sparkman Band Website

Sparkman Senators Marching Band- 283 members strong!

Sparkman Indoor Track

Magic City Invitational at the Birmingham Crossplex on Saturday, Dec. 3:


Congratulations to Lauryn Hall for her 1st place win in the 60 meter dash in 7.73 seconds, a new PR. Also, congratulations to Gabrielle Griner for her 2nd place finish in the Pole Vault at 10' 6", tying her indoor PR.

Sparkman Swimming

Congratulations to our Sparkman Swimmers who qualified for the AHSAA State Championship meet in Auburn on December 9-10!! Kayla Hammer will be representing Sparkman in the 100 fly and 50 free. This is the third year in a row Kayla has qualified for the State Championship. Collier DeVaney has also qualified for the State Championship and will be representing Sparkman in the 200 IM and the 100 free.

Important School Forms at this link

School Forms

Join Sparkman PTO and help us support our Senators!

Printable Membership Form at this link ----->> 2016 Sparkman PTO Membership Form


You may also join online at My School Fees on the SHS Website

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Sign Up to Round Up

Your pocket change has never been so powerful!


Round your utility bill up to the next highest dollar, and that amount will go directly to local schools. The maximum contribution per year is only $12! Funds go directly to The Schools Foundation, which supports public education in Huntsville, Madison County and the City of Madison.
Sign up at this link: https://www.hsvutil.org/huntsville-utilities-community-center/sign-up-to-round-up/

2016-17 Archived Newsletters

Volume 2016-17, Issue 20: December 5-10, 2016 (current issue)

Volume 2016-17, Issue 19: Nov. 28 - Dec. 3, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 18: November 14-26, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 17: November 7-12, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 16: October 31-Nov.5, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 15: October 24-29, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 14: October 17-22, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 13: October 10-15, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 12: September 25- Oct 10, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 11: September 19-24, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 10: September 12-17, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 9: September 5-10, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 8: August 29- September 3, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 7: August 22-27, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 6: August 15-20, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 5: August 8-13, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 4: August 1-14, 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 3: Back to School Newsletter

Volume 2016-17, Issue 2: Summer Reading 2016

Volume 2016-17, Issue 1: Summer Break 2016

College and Scholarship 2016-17: Volume 2016-17, Issue 0