Homecoming Dress Up Days

Thurs., Sept. 19: Cowboy and Indian Day
Fri., Sept. 20: Steve Urkel Day
Mon., Sept. 23: Classy Day and Fall Pictures (Clothing should be appropriate for school.)
Tues., Sept. 24: Spirit/Red and White Day


We encourage everyone to show their school spirit and participate in these homecoming activities.

New Website for Zora Ellis

Zora Ellis has a new website! Check it out at http://sites.google.com/site/zoraellisjrhigh/home. Please keep in mind that it is a working progress, so not all content has been added at this time.

Progress Reports go home on Monday, Sept. 16th.

Semester Finals

Students will be informed by their teachers whether or not they are exempt from semester tests. Attendance will not be held against exempt students starting May 21st.

Exam schedule:

• Tuesday, May 21st-- 1st, 3rd, and 5th period tests

• Wednesday, May 22nd-- 2nd, 4th, and 6th period tests      

• Thursday, May 23rd-- Make-up tests for students who have an excused absence for May 21st or May 22nd 

May Student of the Month

My name is Justavian W. I have an older brother and two older sisters. My goal is to attend Tuskegee University to become a computer teacher. My favorite thing to do is to learn more about computers. I like to hang out with my friends on  the weekends. My favorite subjects are math and science.

April Student of the Month

My name is Madison S. I have a brother named Kason and a sister named Kendall. My best friend is Haley S. I have a chocolate lab named Ariel. My favorite color is pink, like every girl, I guess. I am excited about being in the 9th grade next year and making new friends. 

Cell Phones

PARENTS may pick up cell phones and other electronic devices in Mrs. Thomas' office beginning May 20th.

Final Report Cards

Bring a self-addressed, stamped envelope so we can mail your report card to you!

Awards Ceremony 2013

The 2012-2013 Ellis Awards Ceremony is scheduled for May 16th at 7:00 p.m.  Guests, notified by an invitation, will be served cake and drinks. Trophies will be presented to students who have excelled this school year. We are so proud to be able to recognize these students for their hard work and success!



May Employee Birthdays

Mrs. Ragland-8th

Mrs. Foy-12th

Mrs. B. Smith-12th
Mrs. Taylor-19th

Ms. Phillips-26th

Mr. J. Ragland-26th

ARMT Tests

• May 6-- ARMT Science (7th Grade Only)
• May 7-8-- ARMT Reading
• May 9-10-- ARMT Math

Thanks, Ellis PTO

Ellis' faculty and staff were treated to a delicious lunch Tuesday, May 23rd by our hard-working PTO. The menu included: barbecue pork and chicken, potato salad, baked beans, homemade desserts, and an assortment of beverages. Thank you, PTO!

 

Attention Current 8th Graders!

Talladega High School counselors will be present Thursday, April 18th at 6:00 in the Ellis lunchroom to meet with our students who will be entering the 9th grade in the fall of next year and their parents. THS counselors will explain how these students will register for classes on computers the week of April 22nd-25th for the 2013-2014 school year. A question and answer session will be provided.

Progress Report

Progress reports will be sent home April 17th. 

Continue to work hard!

Spring Fling Dance

Spring Fling Dance

April 20th 6:00-8:00 p.m. 

$6.00 admission paid in advance or $7.00 at the door
accompanied by permission form  

Archery Team Competes at State

Congratulations to our fantastic archery team!

 

 

We are so proud of them for qualifying to compete at the State level in Montgomery! Although not official, the team shot 2,835 according to Coach Ward's calculations. On April 4th, the day they left to compete, they were featured in a great front-page article in the The Daily Home. (You can access this article by clicking here.) We appreciate Coach Ward for serving as sponsor this year, to our parents for supporting and transporting the students home from practices, and to our students for their positive attitudes and excellent archery skills!  

March Student of the Month

My name is T. Johnson. I like to play baseball and enjoy watching the Atlanta Braves. I had rather watch football than play it. I think the University of Alabama has the best team, and this is where I plan to attend when I graduate from high school. My favorite subject is math. My mom is one of my teachers.

April Employee Birthday

Mrs. Hallman-4th

Spring Break

   March 25-29

Extra Drinks

The following cases of drinks are available for sale for $20/case:

• 1 case Mello Yello
• 1 case Sprite
• 1 case Dr. Pepper
• 1 case Coca Cola
• 1 case Strawberry Fanta

Please contact Mrs. Thomas at 256-315-5705 if you are interested in purchasing any of these cases.

Work Day March 16th

Help spruce up our building and grounds Saturday, March 16th from 8:00-11:00. Students can earn a homework pass if they work and additional passes for each parent who works!

Cupcake Sale

 

 

Cupcakes will be on sale 5th and 6th period March 14th-15th for 75 cents each. Please help us support cancer awareness.

 

Coke Products

Students and parents who ordered Coke products may pick them up beginning Thursday, March 7th from 8:00-3:30.

 

 Come to the front office for assistance!

February Student of the Month

My name is Myanna K., and I am in the 7th grade. I am an honor roll student and member of the Junior National BETA Club. My hobbies include reading and listening to music. When I graduate from high school, I plan to attend the University of Alabama in Birmingham to become a pediatrician.

Report Cards

Report cards will be sent home March 15th!

Spring Pictures

 Spring pictures will be made March 8th. Students may wear clothes of their choice in accordance with the Talladega City Schools dress code policy.

March Employee Birthday

Mrs. Barnes-3rd

JUNA 2013

 

Great job, Delegates and Mrs. Taylor! We are so proud of you!

Jeans Day

February 22

• $2.00/student

• Participating students may turn in money to 1st period teacher

• Shirts should follow dress code policy

January Student of the Month

My name is Dylan B.  Although I am currently playing basketball, my favorite sport is football. When I graduate from high school, I plan to attend the University of Alabama and study engineering. I would also like to be a pro football player.

Coke Sale

Our spring Coke sale will be February 4-February 15. A variety of Coke products are available. Order forms will be sent home with students and extra forms may be picked up at the front office. Cokes will be available for pickup March 9 from 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. at the Dixon building across the street from Ellis. 

February Employee Birthdays

Ms. Truss-13th

Ms. Tanner-17th

Mr. Sewell-18th

Mrs. Adams-24th

Progress Reports--February 6th

Jersey Day

 Friday, February 1st is "Jersey Day!" For $2.00, students may wear the jersey of their choice. (Pants must follow dress code policy.) Participating students may turn in their money to their first period teacher.

SchoolCast Calling

IMPORTANT!!!!

Yesterday, January 23rd, letters were sent home with each student asking for up-to-date phone numbers. These numbers will be used in our SchoolCast calling system to inform you of school closings, delays, sporting events, and other school information. Please return these forms ASAP, so that you will be aware of important news from Ellis. Forms may be turned in to Mrs. Thomas, the front office, or first period teachers.  

Superintendents' Art Contest Winners

Ellis is thrilled to announce that eight of our students' artwork will represent the Talladega City Schools at the State Superintendents' Art Contest in Montgomery. These students are Simon T. JoAnna L., Amber F., Jordan M., Ashton M., Raven V., Iyan U., and Nyjahl G. A special "thank you" to Ms. Phillips for her help!

 Congratulations!

Delayed Opening

 

Friday, January 18th, school opening will be delayed 2 hours!

Early Dismissal

School will dismiss today (January 17th)

 at 11:30.

Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

No School January 21st

BETA Induction 2013

Absences

Attention!! Students should no longer turn in absences to their teachers!

Located inside the main office is a box where students and/or parents may deposit absences. All absences (whether parent-written or from the doctor) must be turned in within 3 days from the date the student is absent.

December Student of the Month

My name is Lexi W., and I'm in the 8th grade. I am head cheerleader, a member of the BETA club, and an honor roll student. I am an Alabama fan and when I graduate from high school, I want to attend the University of Alabama and become a pediatric nurse. My favorite color is purple.

Report Cards

Report cards will be sent home January 10th.