Mitchell High School

Mitchell High students in Mrs. Boone's Child Development classes are learning the parts of the brain and the role of neurons. The students constructed brains using instant mashed potatoes, sand, hot water, and food coloring. The classes discussed the texture, weight, and size of the constructed brains and how they were similar to an adult human's brain. The students have just finished infant development and have studied how important nutrition and care are in the development of infants' brains.

Mrs. Barnett and Mrs. T. Hughes are proud to announce: At this year's Future Business Leaders of America State Conference, 19 MHS students competed in Greensboro, NC. They were able to network with 2,600 other FBLA members, attend workshops, eat great food, attend a dance, AND grow in their knowledge and speaking abilities. Headed to Nationals in Orlando, Florida this summer are: Brinkley Hodshon, Etta Laws and Landrie Gentry, 2nd Place in Community Service Project! Top Ten Finalists: Brody Miller-Business & Financial Systems Alli McClellan-Future Business Educator Ivy Young, Chloe Cook and Michaela Carroll-Hospitality & Event Management Honorable mentions include Ashlyn Buchanan, Rylee Carver, Kedren Hughes, Lauren Ringwood, Kathryn Ringwood, Chanlee Gentry, Reynaldo Silva, Addyson Roberts, Emma Sellers, Blake Thayer, and Sadie vanBrederode. A big thanks to Mrs. Carver for driving us there and back safely, Mrs. Hodshon for everything every single year, and to all of our faithful supporters! Congratulations to every competitor, we are so proud of you! Until next year...💜

How can local businesses get involved with schools to help create a skilled and educated workforce? Look at North Carolina's K-12 Talent Pipeline Toolkit, available online at https://ncchamber.com/foundation/k-12-talent-pipeline-toolkit/ Contact: CTE Facilitator for Mitchell County Schools Denise Murphy at 766-3452 if you are interested in offering a career awareness activity, exploration activity, or career experience for Mitchell County students.

Make sure to watch WLOS Thanks to Teachers this Friday to see Mr. Huggins our CTE Agriculture teacher, spotlight.

Mitchell High students in Mrs. Snyder's Interior Design 2 class traveled to the Biltmore House on Monday. As they toured the house, the students were able to see first-hand the fantastic architecture and design of America's largest privately owned home. It was too windy to walk the grounds, but here's hoping for next year's trip.

Available Now A New CFNC Program for Juniors and Their Parents.

Weekly Newsletters!! Registration time for underclassmen. https://www.smore.com/n/47fsg Announcements for Seniors https://www.smore.com/n/pyd16

Mitchell High CTE Offers internships as a course-See Mrs. Barnett or Mrs. Murphy for questions during registration!

CTE courses that are scheduled for 2 blocks and count as 2 credits-see Mrs. Murphy if you have any questions.

Mitchell High CTE Information -New CTE Courses and Changes for Registration

Students at Mitchell High in Mrs. Boone's Child Development class participated in an infant care lab. The stations included diapering, bathing, clothing, swaddling, feeding, burping, different types of holds, and proper sleeping positions. These classes learn best with hands-on learning experiences, which work hand in hand with all CTE classes. Next up... TODDLERS!!

Altec Industries is having a Parent Night for parents of high school seniors on Tuesday, March 12th.

Mitchell CTE Career Spotlight: Update on Alumni from 2022.

Mitchell High School students in Katie Boone's Foods 1 class participated in a Chopped! competition at the end of February. Students were assigned to random groups, and given a list of ingredients, and a dish to prepare. Each team was tasked with making chili. All of the teams were graded on taste and presentation. John Boone was happy to judge the submissions and awarded the top prize to team 2. As a reward the winning team had provided by Mrs. Boone. Congratulations to all students who participated on a job well done!

Mitchell County Schools will be closed today, Friday, March 1st. Mixed precipitation is falling in areas of the county and is forecast to continue in areas throughout the morning. This will be a Schedule 2 Workday for staff.

FFA Chapter Awarded Program Improvement Grant Raleigh, NC – The Mitchell High School FFA Chapter has been awarded a $15,000.00 program improvement grant from the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission. These funds will be used to replace old and broken greenhouse table. During its 2023 grant cycle, the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission awarded a grant valued at more than $300,000 to the North Carolina FFA Foundation for the North Carolina Agricultural Education Program Improvement Grant. A total of 20 grants, valued up to $15,000 each, have been awarded to FFA Chapters across North Carolina. Enhancing agricultural teaching programs, developing innovative projects, and purchasing much-needed classroom equipment are just some of the goals of the programs. North Carolina FFA is a youth organization of more than 36,000 student members preparing for leadership and careers in the science, business, and technology of agriculture, with more than 360 local chapters across the state. “These grants provide valuable resources for agricultural education programs to enhance instruction, giving our students the skills necessary for success in the 21st century,” said State Agricultural Education Leader Joshua Bledsoe. “We are extremely grateful to the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission for sharing our vision and creating tremendous opportunities for students throughout the state.” The North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission was created in 2000 by the NC General Assembly to administer part of the funds from the Master Settlement Agreement (MSA) between the state and major tobacco companies. Since then, the agency has funded over 100 different projects which have touched nearly all NC farmers. “We’re excited to be a partner with the FFA,” said William Upchurch, Executive Director of the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission. “This is a great opportunity for students and teachers to feature innovative and creative projects designed to strengthen Agricultural Education. These students represent the future of agriculture in North Carolina.”

On February 16, a group of 15 students from Mitchell High School Health Science 2 Honors Course and HOSA participated in a Hands-Only CPR presentation for Deyton Elementary students. The presentation was planned and led by HOSA officers and seniors, Abby Richardson, Alex Huang, and Rheagan Thomas as part of their Heart Healthy Initiative Project they will present at HOSA State Leadership Conference in April. The program began with a skit and questions for prizes. Afterward, students were broken up into small groups where they had the opportunity to practice adult and infant hands-only CPR and practice 911 calls. Each student was provided a packet of heart-healthy activities they could take home and enjoy with their family. Thank you Deyton Elementary, for inviting our students to join you in the American Heart Association Kids Heart Challenge.

CTE celebrated CTE Month on February 21st with a dress-up day - and surprised Mr. Huggins by dressing up as our "favorite" CTE teacher who plans to retire after this year.

February is CTE month, and as it comes to an end today - we want to thank our CTE Director, Kim Hodshon for her tireless effort and contributions to Mitchell County CTE. Kim has always worked to provide the students in Mitchell County with the best CTE program and experiences to enrich their lives during school and beyond. To end our celebration of CTE Month , the Mitchell County CTE family want to say, "Thank you, Kim and we appreciate you!"

During CTE month in February, students at Deyton Elementary, Gouge Elementary and Greenlee Primary competed in the CTE Career Poster Contest. Students were tasked with drawing the Career they aspire to pursue when they grow up. Career Exploration at a young age is very important in beginning the crucial conversations and exposure to all kinds of careers available to students in their future. Mitchell County CTE would like to congratulate the following students on their awesome hard work and effort on this contest. Deyton Elementary Leah Baker - 4th Linus Chenowweth - 5th Laney Glenn - 5th Gouge Elementary Brylee Wilson - 4th Mckinly Benntt - 3rd Sadie Pollard - 3rd Greenlee Primary Oakley Blanton - 2nd Brantley Stacy - 2nd Alex Jimenez-Cornelio - 2nd