High School Clubs & Activities
Honor Roll and Merit Roll
To obtain a position on the honor roll, a student must have an average of 3.5 or better on their grade card. The appearance of an “F” or “D” on the report card means disqualification. To be on the merit roll, a student needs to have an average of 3.0 or better. Unlike the honor roll, an “F” or “D” does not mean disqualification.
Award of Merit and Honors Diploma
A complete list of requirements and criteria for various awards and scholarships can be obtained in the Guidance office. Students entering high school and wishing to qualify for the Award of Merit and Honors Diploma should make an appointment with the Guidance Counselor.
Extracurricular Activities
Margaretta offers a wide variety of athletics from junior high through varsity levels. Fall sports are offered in grades 7-12 in Cheerleading, Cross Country, Football and Volleyball. Grades 9-12 additionally offer Golf and Soccer. Winter sports include Cheerleading, Boys and Girls Basketball, Boys and Girls Swimming and Wrestling. Spring sports include 7-12 Track & Field, along with high school Baseball and Softball.
Dances
Dances are held independently for 7-8 grade as well as 9-12 grade. Events such as Homecoming, Halloween, Prom, Spring Dance and Huddles are held at various times during the year.
Champions Program
Students with two (2) days absence or fewer AND no demerits in a semester are eligible for cash and prizes. Over $1,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded each semester!
Success Card Program
Teachers and staff will hand out success cards to students who exhibit behavior which warrant special recognition (an act of kindness, a positive attitude, leadership, improvement in performance). Students should have their success card signed by their parent and turn it in to the Assistant Principal for a coupon.
Jr. High Incentive Program
Students in grades 7 and 8 with a positive work record (assignments turned in on time, passing grades) AND no demerits in a nine weeks will be allowed to attend the end of quarter incentive program activity.
Students Against Destructive Decisions
Students are encouraged to join Students Against Destructive Decisions (S.A.D.D.). The purpose of a local chapter is to protect lives and improve the general well being of their school and community. Membership is open to all students who accept these goals:
1. To end underage drinking, drinking and driving, and drug use.
2. To not ride with a driver who has been drinking or using drugs.
3. To help others do the same.
Future Farmers of America
Agricultural leadership plus cooperation are the ideals set forth for the Future Farmers of America (FFA). Eligibility for membership requires taking vocational agricultural classes and attending periodic meetings.
National Honor Society
Members of the National Honor Society are selected by Margaretta faculty and staff based upon a student’s academic achievement, service, leadership and character. They are involved in public service and other activities.
MEMBERSHIP
BYLAW 1.
Selection of students for membership is the responsibility of the local school through its Faculty Council and shall be published in the Student
Handbook.
BYLAW 2.
Candidates eligible for election to this chapter must be members of the Junior or Senior class and shall have a minimum scholarship average of 3.5. This scholastic level of achievement shall remain fixed and shall be the required minimum scholastic level of achievement for admission to candidacy and membership.
BYLAW 3.
Candidates eligible for election to this chapter must participate in a minimum of one advanced or honors course offering one semester prior to election and for each semester while a member. These may include the following offerings or Advanced Placement (AP) classes: Chemistry, Advanced Biology, Physics, American History CP, Algebra II, Trigonometry, and Calculus AP. Students enrolled in Post Secondary classes are required to submit their class schedule to the advisor for review by the Faculty Council.
BYLAW 4.
Candidates must submit a completed student activity form to demonstrate their activities in leadership, service, and character. This will be available to the Faculty Council for review.
BYLAW 5.
Candidates must submit a letter of recommendation for such membership by a faculty member, advisor, or employer.
Hourglass Players
Students with an interest in acting or theater should watch and listen for announcements during the year for try-outs.
International Club
Spanish club members plan activities throughout the year. Students should contact the Spanish teachers for information.
Polaris
The Polaris staff is in charge of publishing the yearbook. Hard work and a desire to present a fine publication are traits of a staff member. Interested students should contact the yearbook advisor.
Journalism
Students interested in working on the “Polar Bear Press” should contact an administrator/guidance counselor for information.
Academic Challenge
Students may try out for this team. Academic challenge is similar to a quiz bowl. This team competes in the Firelands Challenge league and travels to opposing schools. See the guidance office for further information.
Bear Company
Students with an interest in dance are welcome to try out for the “Bear Company” dance team as part of the band. Tryouts are held each Spring.
Work Permits
An employed minor must secure a new work permit each time he/she changes employers. Application forms for a work permit may be obtained in the athletic office. During summer months, forms are available in the main office.
Student Aides
Students must complete a student aide form and meet the following requirements:
1. No D’s or F’s the previous grading period, including semester and final grades.
2. Less than 9 demerits.
3. May only aide for offices, library and ISI.
4. Must obtain staff signature on an application to be turned into the office.
5. Must follow all student aide guidelines outlined on application.
College Visits
The college visit day privilege is limited to juniors and seniors with a 2.0 accumulative grade point average or better. No student will be allowed more than three (3) accumulated days over a two year period. Students must follow these procedures prior their college visit.
Field Trips, Mentorships, and Activities
Field trips, mentorships, and activities which cause students to miss classes may only be attended by students with fewer than nine absences for a semester or fewer than eighteen absences for the year. Field trips, mentorships, and activities approved by the Guidance office or Assistant Principal’s office will not be counted toward a student’s total absences. “Take a child to work” day, hunting trips, and vacations may be approved by the Guidance office or Assistant Principals office, but these days would count toward a student’s total absences. We would encourage parents and students to plan these types of activities in the evening, on the weekends, or when we are not in school. These types of activities would not be approved for students with excessive absences. Students with nine (9) or more demerits will not be allowed to attend or participate in field trips, mentorships and activities.
Hunting
Students wishing to go hunting must have less than 10 days absent, fewer than 9 demerits and must be passing all subjects. Hunting will be limited to 3 days. Students must get a form signed from all their teachers and complete all assignments missed.
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