Upcoming Events and Important Dates:

o Dec. 13, All coursework

in A+ must be completed for December Graduates

o Dec. 14, Gateway

Testing (non-Dec. graduates)

o Dec. 14, Graduation

Breakfast for Dec. graduates

o Dec. 16, Graduation

practice, 9:30 AM o Dec. 17, Graduation, be

there at 5 PM

In just over a week The Academy at Old Cockrill will have its third graduating class. The smiling faces that you see in the picture to the right will soon be many of you. Make sure you are ready to graduate! Below is a list of what you need for graduation:

1. All A+ credits must be finished by Monday, December 13.

2. You need to have passed all your required classes and tests.

3. Pay for your cap and gown. See Dr. Eldgridge.

4. Graduation practice will be at

Graduation is almost here

the Woodmont Hills Family of God Church (see directions attached) on Thursday, December 16. Be at the church at 9:30 AM.

5. Graduation will be at the church

starting at 6 PM, YOU NEED TO BE THERE BY 5 PM!

Congratulations to all of you who have worked so hard and come through so much to get to this point. We are proud of you.

December, 2010

ACT Testing Dates

Feb. 12, 2010 April 11, 2011 * See Dr. Eldridge for registration materials and deadlines.

December, 2009 Graduates

First student to tell Mr. Flushman the total number of Old Cockrill graduates gets a prize.

Old Cockrill students take a tour of NSCC Last week a group of students interested in Nashville State Community College went over to the campus to take a tour. The group was organized by Ms. Van Loon and the tour was given by a NSCC student. “I thought our tour guide, Brittany, was very helpful and gave the students a realistic idea of what it is like to be a college student,” said Ms. Van Loon. Student, Clifford Esters, was impressed, and said, “It was a great experience to see a place of higher learning. It made me excited because seeing other students there made me inspired to do the same.”

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Student Spotlight

Fredericka Little

Where were you born?

I was born in Nashville, TN. What is your favorite

food? My favorite food is my mom’s hot wings. They’re real hot. What is your favorite

thing to do? I like being a mom. I have one boy and he is active.

Do you have a hobby?

I like to watch The Game.

Tell us something interesting about

you. I can be funny. I tell jokes. I like being around my family. I have a twin sister and two older brothers and one little brother. My twin is nothing like me- she’s more outgoing.

On Tuesday, December 7 students from Ms. Holton’s English class and Ms. Seay’s Foreign Language classes visited the Birth of Impressionism show at the Frist Center for the Visual Arts. The students were fortunate to see such a rare exhibit as “Nashville was only one of three cities to get the show, and the pieces that were there may not come back to the U.S. for 30 or 40 years,” said Ms. Holton. When asked what she liked best, Annalecsia Greenhill exclaimed that she was “surprised by how big the paintings were” and that she “really liked the textures,” and added, “It was fun!” Deangela Leggs was “impressed by the colors, textures, and shapes” of the Chihuly sculptures. If you’d like to visit the exhibit, it will be on display at the Frist until Jan. 23.

Students visit the Frist Center for the Visual Arts

To request an accommodation, please contact your building principal or department head. (Interpreters for the deaf or hard of hearing must be requested forty-eight [48] hours prior to the event.) Questions or concerns may be referred to the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools Customer Service Center, 615/259-4636. Si usted necesita información adicional o si usted tiene alguna pregunta, por favor llame o contacte al director de su escuela. The Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, color, age, and/or disability in admission to, access to, or operation of its programs, services, or activities. MNPS does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices

Guess the Holiday Tradition

The winter holidays are coming up and cultures all around the world have special celebrations including Christmas, Hanukah, and Kwanza. As the winter holidays are often spent among family and friends, many of us have our own traditions that we participate in each year. See if you can guess the tradition that matches the staff member below. Ask your teachers for answers.

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What? To help you pay for college. When? Make an appointment Where? Room 3

Left: Tyrone Bass gets off the bus to go to the Frist. Right: One of the impressionistic pieces on display. This one is by Degas and called “Rep d’un Ballet”

____ 1. Waffle house on Xmas Morning A. Ms. Holton ____ 2. Country ham at Momma and Daddy’s B. Ms. Gibbs ____ 3. Opryland hotel to see lights and the fountain C. Ms. Martin ____ 4. Decorating sugar cookies D. Mr. Flushman ____ 5. No traditions at all E. Dr. Eldridge ____ 6. Latke dinner with sour cream, apple sauce & salsa F. Ms. Van Loon ____ 7. Coca Cola for Santa and an orange for Rudolf G. Mr. Tucker ____ 8. Spaghetti dinner on Xmas Eve H. Ms. Seay ____ 9. Temple (Jewish) and then Church for midnight services I. Ms. Wright ____ 10. Just goes to a street corner and gives people gifts J. Ms. Fahrner

Having a hard time planning your weekend? Want to see more of Nashville? Well, thanks to the research Ms. Holton’s class has done there is a big list of places you should visit. Below is an excerpt of some of the places two students in Ms. Holton’s class researched, Bria Lampkin and Chris McKee. See Ms. Holton for more ideas from other students. Looking for some good music? Bria says to try… BB King’s Blues Club BB King’s is a 25,000 square foot building including: 2 levels, 2 stages for live music, full service retail store, 4 full service bars, 12 TV monitors throughout the restaurant, and dining overlooking the Cumberland River. 152 2nd Ave. N, Nashville 256-2727 www.bbkingsclubs.com Open Mon-Sun. Mon-Thur: 11 AM- 1 AM; Fri-Sat: 11 AM- 3 AM; and Sun: 11 AM- 12 AM No fees except for special shows. Looking for something to do with your kids, nieces, or nephews? Chris says to try… Nashville Adventure Science Museum The Adventrure Science Museum is a museum based on the idea of learning while having fun. It allows younger kids to learn about science and actually see what is going on around them. Younger kids seem to always love the museum and want to always come back. 800 Fort Negly Blvd. 862-5160 Open 10 AM- 5 PM Admission $12.00 Looking for a place to shop? Bria says to try… The Avenue The Avenue is an outdoor lifestyle center concept with eight locations throughout the Southeast. The Avenue offers a dynamic mix of premier nation retailers, select local merchants, and specialty restaurants.. 2615 Medical Center Parkway, Murfreesboro, 37129 893-4207 www.murfreesoboro.shoptheavenue.com Open Mon-Sat: 10 AM – 9 PM Looking for music and adventure? Chris says to try… Bonaroo Music Festival The Bonaroo Music Festival is a four day music and entertainment festival. It’s held in Manchester, TN every June 9-12. The festival is made up of top name acts like The Zac Brown Band, Snoop Dogg, Dave Matthews, and many others. There are also comedy acts and smaller time bands. Manchester, TN June 9-12 www.bonaroo.com Admission: $250.00, plus fees

Note! If you have any questions about

directions call the school at 298-2294. Ms.

Fahrner is begging you, DO NOT call the church for directions.

DIRECTIONS to Woodmont Hills Family of God Church, 3710 Franklin Pike Coming From North of Nashville

Take Interstate 65 south through Nashville toward Huntsville. Exit on Harding Place (highway 255) and turn right. At the intersection of Harding Place and Franklin Pike (highway 31) turn right. Travel north 1.3 miles to 3710 Franklin Pike. The church building is located on the right side of the road.

Coming From the South on Interstate 65

Take Interstate 65 north toward Nashville. Exit south of downtown on Harding Place (highway 255) and turn left back across the inter-state. At the intersection of Hard-ing Place and Franklin Pike (high-way 31) turn right. Travel north 1.3 miles to 3710 Franklin Pike. The church building is located on the right side of the road.

Coming From the Southeast on Interstate 24 or From the East on Interstate 40

Take Interstate 24 or Interstate 40 to the I-440 interchange. Exit on I-440 toward Memphis. Exit from I-440 to Interstate 65 south toward Huntsville. Exit Interstate 65 at Harding Place (highway 255) and turn right. At the intersection of Harding Place and Franklin Pike (highway 31) turn right. Travel north 1.3 miles to 3710 Franklin Pike. The church building is located on the right side of the road.

Coming From the West on Interstate 40

Take Interstate 40 to the I-440 interchange. Exit on I-440 toward Knoxville. Exit from I-440 to Interstate 65 south toward Huntsville. Exit Interstate 65 at Harding Place (highway 255) and turn right. At the intersection of Harding Place and Franklin Pike (highway 31) turn right. Travel north 1.3 miles to 3710 Franklin Pike. The church build-ing is located on the right side of the road.

GRADUATION IS December 17 at 6 PM.

Be there at 5 PM!