Blog Reflection SOC Legacy Building

At the very beginning of semester 2, I continued my work for the 8th grade RUSH week activities. This was an event we began in semester 1 but occurred at the end of January and beginning of February. RUSH has always been a big event for the SOC and there is always a lot of work that goes into it. However, this time it was different. We were hosting this event for the incoming freshman knowing that they would have no idea what was going on. We knew that they didn't know much about our school culture or language and we would have to guide them through that. However, providing an opportunity for them to experience our school involvement and learn about what it means to be involved was really important to me. As an incoming freshman all I knew was that my sister was involved in anything there was to be apart of and I wanted to do that too, but it wasn't until about the end of my sophomore year that I began to do that. As I graduate and my younger brother begins high school, I wanted to inform him, as well as his classmates, just how you can get involved right from the beginning.

By hosting an event designed for the 8th graders, we were able to show them care by informing them on opportunities they have as freshman at Thomas Nelson. While we also were able to connect with them when they visited our organization booths and we created relationships with our small group through the activities we did, I think the overall component shown was care. Not only did we design something that was specific to their needs, we also gave them a space to explore their interests and see what they could become involved in.

There was a lot of work that the SOC and I put into this RUSH week. Before it began, I was very nervous because I wanted it to go well for the 8th graders so they would enjoy this experience. After it was over, I was very refreshed and was very proud of my work I did for the 8th grade community. I hope this is something that is continued every year to make sure the 8th graders feel welcome and more prepared when they come to Thomas Nelson.

Welcome to Track Season!

Although it's still snowing outside my window, thoughts are drifting toward hot performances on the track and in the field.  We will begin our 2018 campaign with an informational meeting in room B113 today, 2/5 at 3:15.  Here are a couple items that pertain to anyone interested in running, jumping or throwing for TNHS - 

- 2018 schedule will be handed out today, are available in Hoyes's room, and will remain linked at the top of this page.

- TNHS Athletics Participation Packets.  These will be handed out today and  are available in Hoyes's room.  This paperwork must be completed and turned in before official practice begins on 2/26.  If our Athletic Department does not have your paperwork (including a current KHSAA physical) on file, you will not be eligible to train. 

- Spiritwear order forms will go out today and all moneys are paid to Apparel and Awards Factory.  Athletes are required to purchase their own uniform ($23) and are theirs to keep for future seasons.  

- Track conditioning through most of February will be Monday, Tuesday, Thursday beginning with Tuesday, February 6th.  3:30 - 4:45 meeting at the fieldhouse.  Kids should be prepared to train either outside or inside everyday.  T-shirts, shorts, tights, sweats, and versatile combinations of layers are key - I keep hats and gloves in my bag all year 'round!  

- Beginning Monday, February 26 we will train every day from 3:30-5:15.  

- First meet is March 20th!!!

- And lastly, encourage folks to come out and join Track.  There is an event for everyone, we have the best student-athletes in school, and we have the strongest tradition of success of any TNHS athletic program sending athletes to five consecutive KHSAA State Championships (11 including XC).  It's never too late to start.