Scores from the August Diagnostic ACT are in and will be reviewed Thursday, Oct.30. We will begin the day in SOAR.
We are excited about our upcoming Veteran's Program, Friday, November 7th at 10AM in the Calera HS gym. Please use the attached Google Form to submit your loved one to be included in our presentation during our Veteran's Day program. Google Form: https://forms.gle/6q8G1gC9sRX3Dwtz5
If you've previously submitted a photo, we will continue to use it in our presentation. If you'd like to change the photo, please upload the one you'd like us to use using the Google Form.
Please submit your photo (or photos if you have multiple loved ones) by the end of the school day on Monday, November 3rd. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Rosenow at jrosenow@shelbyed.org or in the Calera HS library.
If you've previously submitted a photo, we will continue to use it in our presentation. If you'd like to change the photo, please upload the one you'd like us to use using the Google Form.
Please submit your photo (or photos if you have multiple loved ones) by the end of the school day on Monday, November 3rd. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Rosenow at jrosenow@shelbyed.org or in the Calera HS library.
Red Ribbon Week starts tomorrow!
Here is our attendance report from last week. Please continue to turn in excuses using the information included below. Let's SOAR this week with attendance!
Peer Helpers are preparing for Kindness Week in November. We are selling tshirts and sweatshirts that were designed by our students. They will be delivered in time to wear on National Kindness Day, Nov 14th. Here is the online link for anyone interested in ordering.
https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/stores/catalog/getproduct?clientKey=ZZI5ZTOEOE04ZCW&productKey=ZZ60DTG2G1AOD2S&isStorePreview=false
The sale will go through October 30th. See pictures below.
https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/stores/catalog/getproduct?clientKey=ZZI5ZTOEOE04ZCW&productKey=ZZ60DTG2G1AOD2S&isStorePreview=false
The sale will go through October 30th. See pictures below.
Here is a glance of our attendance to start the 2nd Nine Weeks! Let's continue to show up as we SOAR together. We can't wait see you at The Nest!!
Please review the Calera High School Digital Device Policy relating to standardized testing.
Parents of seniors,
Seniors who need to report to school on 10/21 to participate in the Workkeys exam have received emails and will be receiving the attached letter on Friday, 10/17. Workkeys is a required test for all seniors who have not yet earned a college or career readiness indicator (CCRI). This test provides an additional opportunity to earn a CCRI, and all seniors must earn at least one CCRI to be eligible to graduate. Please review the attached information carefully, and email Mr. Riggins at griggins@shelbyed.org with any questions.
Testing will last approximately half of the day. Seniors who test may leave at the conclusion of testing only if they have the attached permission slip completed. They will turn their permission slip in to their test administrator at the conclusion of testing on 10/21. Regular checkout procedures must be followed for any senior who does not have a completed permission slip.
Seniors who need to report to school on 10/21 to participate in the Workkeys exam have received emails and will be receiving the attached letter on Friday, 10/17. Workkeys is a required test for all seniors who have not yet earned a college or career readiness indicator (CCRI). This test provides an additional opportunity to earn a CCRI, and all seniors must earn at least one CCRI to be eligible to graduate. Please review the attached information carefully, and email Mr. Riggins at griggins@shelbyed.org with any questions.
Testing will last approximately half of the day. Seniors who test may leave at the conclusion of testing only if they have the attached permission slip completed. They will turn their permission slip in to their test administrator at the conclusion of testing on 10/21. Regular checkout procedures must be followed for any senior who does not have a completed permission slip.
PTO Meeting Wednesday, Oct. 22.
Super proud of the Soaring Sound of Dixie!
The Calera Police Department is assisting families and children in need this upcoming Christmas season through the 2025 Calera Police Christmas Wish Train. Please see the attached flyer for details. Applications for assistance can be picked up in the police department lobby.
Don't Forget‼️ This Week is CTEC Open House! If you are interested in applying to CTEC to potentially attend next year, this is a great opportunity to see the campus first hand!
Important Information:
Date: October 16, 2025
Time: 5:00-7:00 pm
Address: 701 Highway 70
Columbiana, AL 35051
Important Information:
Date: October 16, 2025
Time: 5:00-7:00 pm
Address: 701 Highway 70
Columbiana, AL 35051
9th and 11th grade students and select seniors (who have earned College and Career Ready Credentials) will have an E-Day, Tuesday, October 21st.
All 10th grade students will be participating in the Pre-ACT on campus.
Select seniors, who are working to meet the required credentials, will be participating in the ACT WorkKeys on campus as well. Seniors who need to report received an email from Mr. Riggins.
Both tests are required by the Alabama State Department of Education and by Shelby County. Anyone not present on 10/21 must take a make-up exam at a later date.
College application season is in full swing! As students apply to college, finding scholarships to help pay for college expenses is a top priority. Here is a list of scholarship search sites that are great tools to use to identify potential scholarship opportunities.
Seniors and Parents of Seniors,
Don't forget that this week is the Alabama Goes to College Application Campaign. Many colleges and universities are waiving application fees through this coming Friday. Attached is a list of participating schools - many from adjoining states as well as in-state. Seniors have also been sent a spreadsheet that contains college contact information, as well as any college specific application instructions. This event provides a great opportunity to save a lot of money by not paying application fees.
Don't forget that this week is the Alabama Goes to College Application Campaign. Many colleges and universities are waiving application fees through this coming Friday. Attached is a list of participating schools - many from adjoining states as well as in-state. Seniors have also been sent a spreadsheet that contains college contact information, as well as any college specific application instructions. This event provides a great opportunity to save a lot of money by not paying application fees.
Counseling Information...
