Wildcat Weekly 
  News from Wheeler High School 

May 12,  2008  

*New items are listed in RED

SPLOST Update
Below is the DRAFT version of the Splost 3 notebook as it applies to Wheeler High School. This is also on-line on the system web site http://www.cobbk12.org/SPLOST/. We want to gather any input or questions as able, before it is finalized. We encourage you to look at the summaries on the district website and compare what each high school is receiving. Please send comments, questions or suggestions to Gordon Pritz Gordon.Pritz@cobbk12.org

1 Addition - Enclosed Corridor LSR Add an enclosed corridor between the Special Ed building and the main building
2 Modification - Art LSR Modify/renovate art classrooms: plumbing fixtures, ceiling and lights, flooring, painting, casework, etc.
3 Modification - Main Building Modify/renovate the Building: replacement of flooring, ceiling and lighting, plumbing fixtures, toilet partitions, hand dryers, paint, etc. .
4 Modification - Kitchen & Cafeteria Modify and renovate the cafeteria and kitchen: add 4300 sf and modify 11300 sf: to increase seating space and increase serving lines, convert dishwash area to serving area and purchase equipment, aircondition the kitchen, upgrade the electrical and plumbing replace ceiling and lighting, and paint, etc.
5 Sitework - Asphalt Paving Repave parking lots.
6 Sitework - Irrigation Install irrigation meter and irrigation service main.
7 Concrete - Construction - Retaining Wall Retaining wall replacement. Repair or replace the retaining wall at the baseball field.
8 Doors - Exterior - Replacement Replace the aluminum exterior doors with hollow metal doors and frames.
9 Finishes - Ceilings Replace the ceiling tile and grid in the main building: 5090, 509A, 5A90.
10 Finishes - Flooring Flooring replacement
11 Mechanical - Fire Sprinkler Head Replacement Replacement of recalled fire sprinkler heads.
12 Mechanical - HVAC Replace HVAC in main building [5090] and install controls.
13 Mechanical - Plumbing - Flush Valves Replacement of shut-off/flush valves.
14 Mechanical - Plumbing - Water Heaters Replace storage tank with a 150 gallon water heater.
15 Electrical - Clock Clock system replacement with GPS technology system.
16 Electrical - Sound - Stadium Replace the stadium PA system, and wiring from the announcer's booth to all speakers and replace the speakers.
17 Obsolete Workstation Replacement
18 District Printer/Copier/Duplicator Solution Replacement
19 District Servers Replacement
20 Obsolete Computing Device Replacement for Every Teacher
21 Maintain District Network
22 Replace and Enhance Existing Phone System District Wide
23 Centralized Video Distribution System
24 Audio Visual Equipment for Each Classroom
25 Interactive Classroom Devices
26 Athletic Facility Upgrades and Artificial Turf

Items that Wheeler requested but were not granted:

Renovation of the entire main building including administrative and counseling offices, addition of a conference room
Repairs to old gym, including retractable basketball goals
Replacement of front facade
Replacement of the church building with upgraded culinary arts, electronics lab, black box theater, horticulture, additional classrooms and potential engineering academy
Renovation of the auditorium, including ceiling mounted LCD projector, new seats, carpet
Upgrading of the media center to standards of new schools
Landscaping
Replacement of Wheeler's 6 trailers

Please send comments to Gordon Pritz Gordon.Pritz@cobbk12.org

BACCALAUREATE SERVICE AND RECEPTION
Tuesday, May 20, 7:30 P.M., Johnson Ferry Baptist Church
The Baccalaureate Committee is in the process of finishing plans for this year’s service. Invitations have been mailed to all seniors and their families, the Wheeler faculty and staff, county school superintendent and our school board representative for this inspirational evening.

The student committee is hard at work preparing the music and program, while parent committees are making plans for the festive Reception. The Baccalaureate Service is a non-denominational inspirational “sending forth” of our graduates. It is an opportunity to reflect on the emotional, intellectual, and spiritual development of the last four years by sharing thoughts and giving thanks. The Reception offers a time to socialize, celebrate and take photos with families and friends. Baccalaureate promises to be a significant event for the week of graduation.

The cost of Baccalaureate is completely funded by senior parent contributions. Donations are greatly appreciated to cover the cost of the evening. Parents can include their donation in the RSVP envelope enclosed with their invitation. Donation checks may be made payable to Wheeler Baccalaureate Committee, and mailed to 2589 Grist Mill Rd., Marietta, GA 30067.

It is a Wheeler tradition for the parents of underclassmen to help with the committees. The Reception and Clean up committees are in need of volunteers. Our committee chairs welcome your assistance and appreciate you giving your time to the senior class to make this a memorable occasional.

We encourage every member of the Class of 2008 to come together with their family and friends for this meaningful service. If you have any questions regarding Baccalaureate or wish to volunteer, please email Debbie Cooper, dlcooper123@aol.com or Kathy Michaelis, kmichaelis@mindspring.com.

Last Chance for Yearbooks
Listen up! May 13th is the LAST day to buy a yearbook for $75.00. Prices go up to $95 CASH ONLY starting May 16th. There are only 50 books left.

Tuition Summer School 2008 Registration
Registration at Wheeler April 21 – May 16. Late Registration-Wed. June 4th at Wheeler, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Cost: $300.00 for .5 unit and $600.00 for 1.0 unit-Cash or Money Order only. NO checks accepted. Student dates: June 11th - July 9th (July 9 is last day & graduation) Sites: Campbell and Walton

eHigh School Summer Session
Summer registration for Cobb’s eHigh School begins Monday, May 5th for all students through Monday, May 19th at 4 PM. Students and parents can view course offerings and register for spring session online by going to www.cobbk12ehighschool.org Summer session runs from Tuesday, May 27th through Wednesday, July 9th. with exams being July 7- 8, 2008. Students taking courses through eHS may access their courses anywhere internet service is available. For more information and FAQ’s, please visit the eHigh School website.

EOCT Testing * New Dates
May 12-13 - Biology, 9th Lit, American Lit

Order your Wheeler DVD’s now
Available from Wheeler Video Production. Get your great price for a limited time only at lunch or in Video Production Room: LL2 near Art. Wildcat TV Fall or Spring Season DVD's $6 each, Senior Video $12, or buy all three for $20.

Online SAT Course Available to Wheeler Students
The Official SAT Online Course
Student Access Code cards are available in the guidance office. To register for the free course:

Go to collegeboard.com/satonlinecourseschool
In the "Students" box click "Register Now."
Enter your student access code (Cards are available in guidance)

“Wow”
The PTSA Reflections theme for 2008-2009 will be "Wow". Your student may want to think about/work on Reflections entries during the summer break.

Seniors

Seniors! It is time to brag!
Please come to the Guidance Office to tell us what colleges and universities have accepted you. Sign our list!

Graduation Info
Graduation will be Saturday, May 24, 2008 at 10:00 AM at Roswell Street Baptist Church.

Graduation Practice will be held on:
- May 21 at 8:45 in the Old Gym
- May 22 at 8:45 in the Old Gym
- May 23 at 11:00am at Roswell Street Baptist Church

Download Senior Timeline
Download Senior Contract

Senior Video
Order your senior video now

Student Check of HOPE Progress Report
Seniors may now check their Preliminary HOPE Scholarship Status at www.GAcollege411.org.

Student Submission of Electronic Transcripts
Seniors may now submit their transcripts electronically to colleges and universities in Georgia at www.GAcollege411.org.

College Scholarships
Download the current list of available College Scholarships provided by Wheeler's Guidance Office
http://www.cobbk12.org/~wheeler/guidanceoffice/docs/scholarships.doc

Student Council Scholarship applications are now available in the guidance office. They are due back on Tuesday, May 6th

Clubs

Community News

Research Study
In the Internet age, it matters where high school students find information to do their school projects. The researcher is trying to determine if Cobb County public libraries and school media centers are providing effective, quality information resources and services to cater for high school students’ needs. It is easy to permit your student to participate. Please click on: http://www.zynthesize.com/Questionnaire/Consent.aspx This will open the electronic consent form. By agreeing, the questionnaire will open up and can be forwarded to your student’s computer. Thank you for allowing your student to be part of this study. I would like to thank the administration of Wheeler High School for allowing me to conduct the survey. Ann Mathee Krige
Researcher, Cobb County

Aviation Career Education Camps
This summer the Organization of Black Airline Pilots will hold 2 Aviation Career Education Camps sponsored by Delta Airlines. This is a one week program to introduce interested youth to the word of aviation. Some of the things you will do in camp are:
- Fly to another city aboard the Delta Dream Flight
- Take an orientation flight in a Cessna aircraft
- Fly a full-motion flight simulator and much more
Please see Guidance for more information.

Partners in Education
The Cobb Chamber of Commerce's Partners in Education program matches businesses and organizations with schools to provide volunteer support, extra funding or unique services matched to the school's needs.

Partners in Education’s vision is to enrich the learning experience for Cobb’s children so that all learners will engage in life-long learning that will develop both a strong academic foundation and skills and values to successfully engage in community life and a career. If you are interested in becoming a Partner in Education with Wheeler High School, please contact Mildred.Threeton@cobbk12.org

Our Partners in Education

Best Bank at East Lake
Chick fil-A at East Lake
H2Oasis
Kroger at East Lake
Massey Automotive
Prince Promotions
Savvi Formal Wear at Cumberland Mall
Shane's Rib Shack on Terrell Mill
Wing Zone
Zaxby's on Lower Roswell Road

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