Voyager Academy High School News, March 24, 2019



 
GO VIKINGS GO!
In this Week’s issue.
  • YES, "Vaping" is Harmful. See These Two Important Articles From Yale University
  • Help Needed for Interview Project at the High School, Tuesday, April 9th 
  • Voyager Hosts NCASA Show Choir & A Capella Regional Competition on March 30 
  • VAHS Equestrian Leah Glazer Does it Again 
  • ASVAB Career Exploration Program, March 25, 2:30pm (Counselor’s office) 
  • Nashville Songwriter's Night @ DPAC! 
  • The Annual VA Golf Tournament is Almost Here (April 7th) 
  • Win Box Seats for VAHS Graduation Ceremony! 
  • Spanish Class Field Trip: Visit The Lost City of the Incas 
  • Drivers Education Class During Spring Break 
  • Graduation Tickets 
  • Advanced Placement Tips and Information 
  • All your Athletics Updates 
  • Check out the VAHS Counseling Department Blog 
  • Be a Smartie and join the PTO 
  • FCA...E (Fell Fellowship of Christian Athletes... and Everyone!)


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YES, Vaping is Harmful.  See These Two Important Articles From Yale University



Help Needed for Interview Project at the High School, Tuesday, April 9th
The project will give all of Mr. Baker's Personal Finance students the chance to participate in a realistic job interview experience. Ideal helpers would be actual employers who might be interested in hiring some high schoolers for real jobs and/or internship opportunities right now, or maybe this summer; but any adult with interviewing experience or just the free time to help us would be appreciated! The project will take place from roughly 8:45 am through 12:10 pm on April 9th.  Any adults in the Voyager Family who would be willing and able to help with this Interview Project, please contact Mr. Baker at dbaker@voyageracademy.net.


Voyager Hosts NCASA Show Choir & A Capella Regional Competition!
Join us on Saturday, March 30th from 6-9pm in the high school gym as our HS Music program hosts the Triangle Regional A Capella & Show Choir Competition!! There will be 7 schools competing that night in A Capella & Show Choir divisions. Come show your support & cheer on our 2 high school Show Choirs: Vocal Affinity & Bull City Lights & Sound! Cost is $7 per person (children 11 & under admitted free), doors open at 5:30pm.

We will have food, too! Pie Pushers & Cocoa Forte Chocolate Dipped Cheesecakes, Big Island Shaved Ice, BBQ sandwiches & concessions. A portion of the proceeds will benefit our HS music program.

BULL CITY LIGHTS
ASVAB Career Exploration Program (March 25, Monday, 2:30pm)
The ASVAB CEP helps students figure out what they are good at, what is important to them,  and the jobs that match their skills and interests. After students take the test, they will participate in a series of activities to help them understand their scores, themselves, and their options. Contact Ms. O'Kane for more information or to have your student sign up to participate.



VAHS Equestrian Leah Glazer Does it Again
Well, Leah did it again!! We just received notification that she and her horse, Rocky aka “Absolute Contender” were the 2018 AQHA Walk/Trot Hunter Under Saddle EWD  National High Point Winners! She will once again be recognized at the celebration banquet taking place in November at the National Cowboy & Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City! Attached is the picture that will be published in the November edition of The American Quarter Horse Journal magazine.  This is a different horse than she competed with last year so we are very proud of all her hard work and accomplishments!

Leah Glazer and Rocky


Nashville Songwriter's Night @ DPAC!
Dear Voyager Families,
Purchase your Tickets for Nashville Songwriters Night coming to the DPAC on Friday April 5th at 8:00 pm!

*****NEWSFLASH***** Members of Bull City Lights will be opening this year's show--singing one of the artists' hits! You don't want to miss it!


Voyager Athletics Annual Golf Tournament is April 7th

We need your help!

Do you enjoy playing golf and want to help a great cause, then join us on April 7th at Hillandale golf course for a day of fun, community building and have your money directly impact our students.  We are still looking for teams of four and hole sponsors to make this event a huge success.

Sunday, April 7th with an 8 am shotgun start Voyager will be hosting its annual golf tournament fundraiser.  There will be awards for the first and last place teams, as a fundraiser, every team is equally important, a 50/50 raffle, and a great lunch will be provided by El Rodeo North Duke Mall.  




Should you have any questions, concerns or like to register to be a part of this great event please contact Deuce Harris at dharris@voyageracademy.net, Amanda Shaw at ashaw@voyageracademy.net, Booster Club Vice President Michelle Ward at tarheelpirate20@yahoo.com or Booster Club President Shelley Campen Brown at attorneybrown2014@gmail.com
Go, Vikings Go!


Win Box Seats for VAHS Graduation Ceremony!
The National Honor Society is holding a fundraising raffle for a chance to win special box seats (for 2) at the VAHS graduation ceremony on May 28. Tickets are on sale during lunch in C-115. Tickets are $5.00 each, or 3 for $10.00. All proceeds will go towards future NHS projects. Don't miss a chance for a great view our graduation ceremony!


Spanish Field Trip: Visit The Lost City of the Incas
Are you ready to explore the world?

Explorica is offering a $150 discount for our group to travel to Peru April 2020, but it’s only available until May 10th.  

Explorica tour will immerse us in new cultures through authentic interactions, hands-on activities and delicious cuisine. Our tour director will be our go-to local expert, helping us do more, see more and learn more than you ever thought possible.

On this trip, we’ll explore Peru’s bustling capital of Lima, immerse ourselves in the country's history at the Museum of Archeology and Anthropology and then experience it first-hand with a trip to Cuzco, and the famous “Lost City of the Incas”, Machu Picchu.

To learn more and enroll, visit http://www.Explorica.com/Manuel-9736

Be sure to sign-up by May 10th and enter code Manuel2019 on the payment page to take advantage of the $150 discount!

Remember you only need $50 to sign-up!

I hope you’ll join us!

WATCH:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FW4R07Hg9fI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5tm-5g_-qk&t=207s


SPRING BREAK DRIVER’S EDUCATION
I know it’s early, but we are already we are now looking to book the Spring Break driver’s ed class from April 15 - 19, 2019.  The registration form is on our website! Again, the class minimum is 10. Confirmation of the class will be once we have at least the first 10 students to register or April 1st. If you missed it last week, the registration form is posted on our website!


Graduation Tickets
Seniors:  Graduation for the class of 2019 will be at the Carolina Theatre on May 28, 2019 at 5pm. A google form was sent to all senior families in order for them to  request and secure graduation tickets. Each student will receive at least 8 tickets, and additional tickets may be available. Please check email and be sure to submit the form for your family. As a special treat, The National Honor Society is holding a raffle for the chance to win box seats for the ceremony. Stay tuned for more information!  


Taking an AP Course? READ THIS -- Advanced Placement Tips and Important Information
Please follow the links below for helpful, and must-see information about the Advanced Placement test:

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Please visit our website at www.voyagerathletics.com for all up to date schedules and news.

Check Out the VAHS Counseling Department Blog
All parents and students should frequently check and/or subscribe to the VAHS Counseling Department Blog (click here)! Here you will find  important information and opportunities for VAHS students. Topics range from specific grade level information to scholarships and other interesting opportunities.   


FCA...E (Fellowship of Christian Athletes... and Everyone!)
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) meets on Wednesday mornings at 7:30 a.m. room D124. Join us for fun, friendship, and food! No need to be an athlete or a Christian--all are welcome!"


Date
Event
March 25
ASVAB test (career exploration test). See Ms. O’Kane, School Counselor
March 30
VAHS hosts NCASA State Show Choir Competition-REGIONALS at our VAHS gym, Vocal Affinity AND Bull City Lights will compete
April 2
April 5
April 6
VAHS Prom
April 7
April 8
Project Exhibition Night (5:30-7:00pm)
April 15
to
April 22
  • SPRING BREAK
  • April 15 – 19: Drivers Ed. Classroom Portion (in H.S. Commons)
April 23
to
April 27
April 30
Blood Drive at VAHS (12:30pm)
May 3
Spring Fling!
May 6
to
May 17
May 20
to
May 24
May 28
Graduation
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