1. Beyond the Classroom at Grimsley
Ms. Kendra Hickman and Ms. Kaylin Bugica

2. Introduction One or two videos? Grimsley’s Blue Steel Drumline:
GCSNC NewsBreak Service Learning

3. Clubs/Organizations

4. Academic and Professional Organizations

5. Recreational, Extracurricular and Civic Clubs:
Movie Critics Club
G.L.A.M.

6. Find The Right Club For You
With over 70 clubs and organizations at Grimsley, you will be able a way to get involved!
Some organizations (National Honor Society, Student Ambassadors, etc.) require applications.
Think of not only your academic interests but your personal interests.
You will be given a list of clubs today. You can also use the Grimsley High School website under the Students tab to view active clubs.

8. How To Start Your Own Club
New clubs must have approval from the administration and a faculty sponsor.
A club approval form is available in the Main Office.
The club has to have a valid school-based purpose that isn’t already duplicated by another club

9. Athletics

10. Athletic Eligibility GPA 2.0 weighted* Miss < 13 days*+
Pass 5 classes*
Student and Parent Honor Code
Must be a resident
Current Physical exam
enough credits for present class year
*Keep in mind that all eligibility is based on the previous semester, not year*
+All absences, regardless of the code, are considered an absence based on the NCHSAA rules. There are no excused absences in regards to athletic eligibility.

11. What you need to Tryout or learn more about a sport
How to find out about a sport or tryouts
Must have all forms in prior to try-outs
Must meet all Eligibility requirements
Attend an interest meeting
Look for posters
Watch the scrolling presentation on the TV
Go talk to the coach
Ask upper classmen

12. How to be Prepared for a Tryout/Audition
Plan ahead- which activity are you trying out for? What equipment will you need? Check to be sure you can balance sports with academics
Practice- Don’t show up cold-turkey; work hard to make a good impression and improve your skills
Don’t over work- you want to be fit and ready for tryouts, but don’t push yourself too hard.
Eat and sleep healthy- the only way you can be successful in life is to make sure you fulfill your necessities of living first.

13. Student-Athletes Very busy people Multi-tasker Determination
Dedication
Avoid failing classes/seek help with academics when needed
Student first, then athlete- You need to work hard now (even as Freshmen) to give yourself choices in the future (college, professional sports, work)

14. Supporting Athletics Attend games/meets/competitions
Grimsley Athletic Booster Club (parents)
Volunteer to be a records keeper
Volunteer at games

15. Service-Learning at Grimsley
Grimsley High School

16. Service-Learning Team
Mrs. Saunders
Student In-School and Community Projects and Opportunities
100 Hours –Award
250 Hours-Diploma
Service Learning Ambassadors
Food Pantry Club
English Department, Room 215/Main

17. Service-Learning Ambassadors
Grimsley High School

18. Who May Participate? The Program is Open to All Students
Service Hours Count Toward Service
Learning Recognition Programs
We meet the first and third Wednesday of each month

19. What is a Service-Learning Ambassador?
A Service Learning Ambassador is a Whirlie Involved in the Service of Others Through the Following Leadership Activities:
Planned Events to Support the Grimsley Community
Pantry and Clothing Drives
Toy and Book Drives
Reading Programs
Fundraisers to Support Future Activities Developed
by the Team

20. Online Hour Tracking
Service Learning Ambassadors also provide monthly and ongoing support to Grimsley students for online hour entry
x2Vol is a new program to start in October
Students may use an app to enter hours
Look for Service-Learning documentation form on the student tab
on the Grimsley website
See Mrs. Saunders or Service-Learning Ambassadors for assistance

21. Look for Meeting Announcements Soon!

22. Food Pantry Club Meets First Tuesday of Each Month
Room 215/Main; Mrs. Saunders Room
Involves:
Food Drives
Volunteer Opportunities in the Food Pantry Stocking Food
Fundraising

23. Miles for Matthew Service Volunteer Opportunity through Grimsley
5k/10k at Lindley Elementary on October 8th
Sign-up information on announcements, posters, and scrolling announcements
See Mrs. Allison Greiner in World Languages, room 868
Use this link:
Ask a Service Learning Ambassador for more information

24. Service-Learning Ambassadors
New Projects
Food Deserts and Grimsley Garden
Book Deserts
Lindley Elementary
Any Questions?