While maintaining a safe and orderly environment, South County Secondary School’s philosophy of “Excellentia in Omni Conatu” (Excellence in All Endeavors) embraces: an inclusive academic environment that offers a rigorous curriculum with opportunities for mastery of essential knowledge; a collaborative, technology-driven culture for grades seven through twelve; and a community of respect and responsibility that promotes tolerance and cooperation.


Volleyball Team Plays for State Championship
Congratulations to coach Dave Prahl and the Volleyball team as they won Thursday night in the state semi-final over Cox High School. The volleyball team will play for the state championship on Saturday at 2:30 in the Siegel Center in Richmond.

FBLA Project ASK Gift Card Drive
The Future Business Leaders of America is collecting gift cards to donate to Project ASK. Project ASK is the Association for the Support of Children with Cancer. They work with MCV hospital to collect items for children and teenagers with cancer. The drive will begin November 12 and end November 27. Suggestions for donations include gift cards from the following businesses: Wal-mart, Target, Burger King, Kohl's, Starbucks, I-tunes. A $5-$20 range would be appreciated. Bring your gift cards to your 2nd period teacher. Help bring a smile to a sick child's face this holiday season.

Science Fair
The annual South County Science Fair is Friday, February 5. Information for participating students has now been posted.

Student Directories
Student Directories are now available and free with your South County PTSO membership. Adults, Students in grades 7-12, and Faculty and Staff are all welcome to join. You may download a membership form at www.southcountyptso.org. Please direct inquiries to Jennifer MacDonald.

Yearbook Information
Purchase your 2009-2010 Yearbook now, for both Middle School and High School. Visit: www.yearbookforever.com Now’s the time to submit a senior ad for your student. More information is available.

South County Virtual Book Fair
The South County PTSO will be sponsoring an on-line “virtual” Book Fair throughout the 2009/2010 school year. Available books include SAT/ACT Prep Books, AP test prep books, recommended reading titles, gift books, etc. Books can be delivered directly to school (free shipping and handling when delivered directly to SCSS). SCSS Delivery Dates for the remainder of 2009 are as follows: Orders placed by 9/21 will be delivered 9/30. Delivery to SCSS 10/30 – orders in by 10/21. Delivery to SCSS 11/30 – orders in by 11/20. Delivery to SCSS 12/21 – orders in by 12/11. Books shipped to a home address will include a shipping and handling fee. Visit www.bookwormcentral.com to place an order. Organization Code: South County. Thank you for supporting your PTSO. Contact Liz Mullany with any questions.

 

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Contact the CuratorLast Update: 11/20/09