Page 60 - James F. Byrnes High School 2019-2020 Student Planner

Spotlight​: The purpose of our school newspaper is to inform the students of events concerning our school activities. The staff is chosen by the faculty adviser from those who apply in December.
AFJROTC Programs
Marksmanship Team: ​ The Marksmanship Team competes at the Varsity level in the Olympic sport of 10-Meter Air Rifle. The program offers cadets the opportunity to learn marksmanship, self-discipline, weapons safety. The team competes in both "postal" (mail-in) and "shoulder-to-shoulder" competitions. The program operates under the Civilian Marksmanship Program curriculum and rules. All BHS cadets are eligible to participate.
Model & Rocket Club:​ Our aircraft and rocket model club offers cadets the opportunity to build, display, and fly aerospace vehicles. Competitions are held, and cadets may earn national recognition by completing American Modeling Association requirements. This club is open to all cadets.
Special Teams: ​ The Drill Team, Color Guard, and Saber Team form the centerpiece for precision marching and show in the AFJROTC program. These cadets perform locally at a variety of school and community activities and parades; also they compete in drill meets throughout the region. These teams are open to any cadet enrolled in AFJROTC. Practices are normally after school on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
Athletics
The plan of the Byrnes High School Athletic Program is to strive toward having the most successful, total athletic program possible while providing an opportunity for as many students as possible to take an active part.
Some of the High School League rules are as follows:
1. A student, who becomes 19 years of age prior to July 1, 2009, will
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not be eligible to compete in any athletic activities during the school year.
A student must produce a valid birth certificate.
A student must live in School District 5 or else have lived in this district and continued to attend this school after moving from the district.
To participate in interscholastic athletic activities, students in grades 9-12 must achieve an overall passing average in addition to the following:
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