March Newsletter 3.13.22

ACT Testing

ACT testing will take place on March 16, 2022. 8th  & 9th grade students will take the Pre-ACT while 10th & 11th grade students will take the ACT Online. This assessment will be administered at Southern University Laboratory School. Pre-coding will take place on Tuesday, March 08, 2022 during ELA classes. We will conduct a practice run at 7th period on March 15, 2022 to make sure students know where to report on test day. 

We are accepting donations for snacks for our students.  Tests will begin promptly at 8:30 AM, so please be on time. Late students will not be allowed to test.  All 10th and 11th grade students are taking ACT online and need to fully charge their chromebooks the night before testing.  


Intent to Return

We would like to thank you for your continuous support of Southern University Laboratory School, and thank you for entrusting us with your child’s future.   As we prepare for the upcoming school year, it is time to fill out the Intent to Return form for the 2022-2023 school year. We ask that you complete the form by March 18, 2022.  Please complete one form per student.  Click the link below to access the form.

https://forms.gle/wm3Y7tendnd5VCSf9


Let’s Get Social

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Parent Teacher Conferences (No School)

Parent teacher conference day is March 18, 2022; therefore, students will not report to school.  Pre-K through 12th grade teachers will send out a sign up form for parents to schedule conference times.  More information is forthcoming.

Junior: Ring/Pinning Ceremony

The annual Ring & Pinning Ceremony for our Juniors will be held on March 25, 2022, at 10:00 am.  Students will receive their rings that were purchased from Herff Jones.  If you have purchased a ring from another company, please bring your ring to Ms. Crystal Franklin on the morning of the ceremony. 

We are asking that Junior students have a representative to pin them on the day of the ceremony. When your child’s name is called, the parent (guardian/representative) will pin the school’s pin onto the lapel of the student. This moment begins the Junior’s transition into their Senior year.  Photos will be taken by Miles Photography

Junior Dues

It’s that time of year. As we start getting back to normal, we would like to start the process of providing activities that are memorable for our students. As you start the process of exiting high school, Jr.’s and Sr.’s are asked to pay yearly fees. Junior fees cover the annual pinning/ring ceremony as well as prom. 


Pinning & Ring Ceremony: March 25, 2022 @ 10:00 pm

Prom: April 09, 2021


The Junior fee is $125.00.  Each student will be allowed one additional guest for prom (2 total). In order for us to order these items and make preparations in a timely fashion, we are asking that all junior fees ($125.00) be paid as soon as possible. 

Junior Fees can be paid to Coach Q during lunch or before or after school. If you cannot reach Coach Q, it’s okay to leave your payment with Ms. Cupil in the front office. Fees can also be paid online by clicking the following link.   https://sulabschool.com/new-products/class-of-2023-senior-fees-service-fee

Contact your Junior Sponsors (Coach Q, Ms. White, or Mr. Jones) if you have any questions. 

Thank you for your support.

Senior Events

As we prepare to celebrate the graduating class of 2022, it is important that we provide you with pertinent information regarding this year’s festivities. Please click the link below to find the latest information regarding Senior events and activities. Also, at the bottom right hand corner of the school’s app, a graduation tab has been added. 

Senior Fees Payment Link

https://sulabschool.com/graduation-information


PTO Information

1. KITTEN FAMILY:

IF YOU MISSED THE LAST PTO MEETING, HERE IS WHAT YOU MISSED (Click here for flyer)...

Volunteers Needed

- Spring Fest/Family Day - April 14

- Teacher, Staff and Administration Appreciation week - May 16-19

Click here to sign-up https://forms.gle/kWuVCzSosR4JouZ46

 

2022  Centennial Fundraising Campaign

- See parent information sheet

- Get your team created by March 31

 

New Clubs - please send email to sulabinformation@gmail.com

 

2. SULS PTO/Kitten Club

2022 Centennial Fundraiser (Click Here for Flyer)

Parent Information

 

The PTO/Kitten Club is hosting a centennial fundraising campaign for Fall 2022 Teacher Innovation Grants. We are asking for donations in denominations of 2022 ($20.22, $202.22, etc.); no donation is too small. Each family will create a team on our fundraising page to share with others. Our goal is $8,880.

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Dear Parents,

We are excited to streamline our fundraiser by going online with 99Pledges. You will now be able to reach out to friends and family by email, Facebook, and Twitter, instead of going door-to-door, tracking commitments, and handling checks.

 

To add your child as a participant, please follow these 3 easy steps:

 

a. Go to this link - www.99pledges.com/fund/SULS2022/addme

b. Enter your child’s name and grade, enter your email(s).

c. Click “Add” > this will take you to your newly created pledge page!

 

All you have to do is make a donation for whatever amount you can, and share your child’s pledge page link with friends and family. We are shooting for 100% participation so no amount is too small.

 

Here is some sample sharing text: " NAME is participating in a fundraiser, and would love your support. If you'd like to donate, you can do so online at the following link: YOUR PLEDGE PAGE LINK Thanks for your support!"

Honor Roll Information

The 2nd Nine weeks honor roll program will take place on Monday, March 14, 2022. We will celebrate the students who maintained academic excellence during the 2nd nine weeks. SULS will celebrate students who are on the following list(s):

Dean's List: 3.0 to 3.49

Provost’s List: 3.5 to 3.99

President’s List: 4.0 and Above

We will also celebrate our 2021-2022 Students of the Year

Elementary: Brooklyn Chisley

Middle School: Reginald Ellis

High School: Ja’El Robertson

Teacher of the Year: Mark Perry and Danna Rollins

Elementary begins at 9:00 AM

Middle/High school program begins at 10:30 am.

All students are to be in the appropriate dress attire.

Mock Trial

Congratulations to the students who participated in the Region III Mock Trial Competition  hosted by the Baton Rouge Bar Association.  Angel, Faith, Chloe, Quian, Fiona, and Kendrick represented Southern University Laboratory School on Friday, March 11, 2022. Kendrick qualified for Region III top attorney. This competition educates high school students about the law and legal system through a fun, hands-on experience.  The student teams study a hypothetical case and prepare a case for both the plaintiff and defense, and then present their case before a judge and a mock jury of attorney performance judges at trial.  Volunteer attorneys and teacher coaches prepare the students for their “day in court.” We would like to thank Professor Russell Jones for his hard work and commitment to preparing our students.  Information regarding next years, case and team will be coming soon. 

Black History Program

SULS celebrates Black History!!! Thursday, March 10, 2022, the student body celebrated the heritage and legacy of African American History. Under the direction of Ms. Gail White (HS Social Studies), the student body was able to be exposed to the artistic, musical, and vocal talents of their peers. Elementary, middle, and high school students participated in the production. We would like to thank Councilwoman Carolyn Coleman (District 10) and Brothers of Phi Mu Alpha for their participation in the program as well. 

Baseball Game

The @SULS Kittens will take on Liberty Magnet School on Monday, March 14, 2022 at 4:00 pm at Ann T. Jordan Park. Tickets can be purchased at www.slocaltix.com. No cash will be taken at the gate.

Black History Quiz Bowl

The middle school will participate in the Black History Quiz Bowl at Southern University on Thursday, March 17, 2022, at 9 AM until 12 noon. The high school students will participate on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at 9 AM to 12 noon.  Both competitions will be held on the campus of Southern University in Stewart Hall.  

Bully Expo and Gun Safety - 

Dr. Rackley and the Psychology Department will put on a Bully Expo and Gun Safety seminar Monday, March 21, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM.  All 5th grade students will be in attendance.  This event is sponsored through ICare.  

Tuition Payments

The Kitten family would like to welcome Mrs. Ebony Allen to the faculty. She is transitioning to the role of our Registrar and Informational Technologist. She is in the process of reconciling payments; thus, sending letters and billing statements with the students.  It is important that all parents fulfill their financial obligations. If you have any questions regarding your financial status please contact Mrs. Allen at 225-771-3490 or Ebony_Allen@sulabschool.com