Good Afternoon –
Report Cards for the first term went into the mail yesterday (Thurs Nov 19). Please be on the lookout! If you do not get your report card by the time we return from Thanksgiving break please call the school and we will resend you the report. We have about two months left in the semester so it is important that students work to finish strong! This means completing assignments on time, signing into synchronous sessions, and asking for help when they need it. If you have any questions about missing assignments or due dates please contact your child’s classroom teacher and/or look at the Schoology gradebook for additional information.
As next week is just a 2 day work week for students and staff, this will be the last Cadet Messenger prior to Thanksgiving Break (Nov25-Nov29). I want to take this opportunity to wish every member of our Cadet family a safe and happy Thanksgiving holiday. When we return on Monday there will be three short weeks then Winter Break will be upon us. The holiday season is an exciting time, but it can also be a stressful time for students and families (now more than ever). If there is anything Frederick High School can do to assist you or your student please do not hesitate to reach out!
Thank you,
David Franceschina, Ed.D.
Principal, FHS
2020 has been a year filled with change, challenge, and crisis. If you or a loved one are beginning to struggle with daily life or begin to feel overwhelmed, MHA’s Walk-In Services may be able to help. Walk-In is a free service where a Crisis Specialist will meet with you to help resolve a current crisis or concern and assist with connections to ongoing support. For more information please see the attached Walk-In Behavioral Health Services flyer.
American Legion Oratorical Contest
Due to the pandemic, this year's WJZ Black History Oratory Competition will be conducted entirely online, but now more than ever, we need our students to speak up and speak out about the issues that matter.
High School Students write an original essay (600 words or less) based on a quote by a prominent African American historical figure.
The students with the highest-scored essays will be invited to record themselves performing their original speeches at home to compete for scholarship prize money.
The top speeches will be broadcast on WJZ News, and for the first time in BHOC history, the winners will be announced on TV!
Stay tuned for this year’s quotes! Essays will be due January 31st.
Questions? Email: Oratory@wjz.com
Schoology
FHS Virtual Learning Lab Schedule 11/16 - 12/4
Virtual Learning Lab provides students with access to teachers and advocates for academic support via synchronous, face-to-face sessions through Google Meets and discussion boards as well as asynchronous support via the discussion board. Support is available in a wide variety of content areas, simply refer to the schedule to see when live support in your area of need will be offered next! FHS students will find the FHS Learning Lab under the ‘Groups’ tab in their Schoology. Work on: asynchronous work, research, tutoring, college essay revisions and more!
Please note that the Learning Lab times have shifted. We have removed the 4-5:30 sessions on Friday and added a new late session on Monday to better accommodate student needs.
**There will be NO Virtual Learning Lab on Tuesday, November 24 - Thursday, November 26, 2020.
Math Science Language Arts
CTE Social Studies
Math Social Studies
*EL and/or Special Education support available in ALL sessions ** Note: Learning Lab will be closed during Early Dismissal days or days in which school is not in session
ADVANCED PLACEMENT TESTING INFORMATION MAY 2021
The College Board is planning to have traditional AP exams administered at Frederick High School in May 2021. In the event of a school closure because of safety concerns, the College Board will announce a contingency testing option in early 2021.
If you have any questions please email or call AP Coordinator, Rebecca Hackett.
FHS Advanced Placement Testing Contact Information:
Rebeca Hackett Eva Celarie Rebecca.Hackett@fcps.org Eva.Celarie@fcps.org (240) 236-7000 or (240) 236-7079 (240) 236-7000 or (240) 236-7090
Frederick County Public Schools staff is providing live virtual instruction as an important part of the Full Virtual Model of instruction. In the event that students are unable to attend live virtual instruction via Google Meet, these sessions or part of these sessions will be video and audio recorded. The recorded session will be available for students who would like to review that content and instruction. We are balancing student privacy and the need for flexibility during this unprecedented pandemic.
Please review this parent Guide to help understand how Google Meet recordings will be used in instruction and security safeguards in place to protect student privacy.
Parent permission is required for teachers to record your students in the Google Meets. Teachers may begin recording beginning the week of September 8, 2020. Please let the school know whether or not your student has permission to be recorded in Google Meets. (Google Meet/Student Privacy and Security)
Students without permission will be asked to turn off their cameras and audio during the recorded portion of the lesson. Our goal is to get this additional resource online and available to students as soon as possible.
If Parents/Students and Remote Staff require Technical Support for Chromebooks or Laptops, please send an e-mail to Nick.Ribecca@fcps.org to arrange for a time to meet here at FHS.
Coronavirus COVID-19 Information FCPS is committed to the health and safety of our students and staff. We are working closely with the Frederick County Health Department, the Maryland Department of Health, and the Maryland State Department of Education to monitor the status of COVID-19. To keep our community informed on this matter, we post related information and updates online at www.fcps.org/update. You are encouraged to visit the FCPS site for answers to frequently asked questions and information about actions you can take to promote good health.
In addition to the FCPS COVID-19 web page, check the following reputable sources to avoid spreading misinformation:
How to Apply to Attend the FCPS Career and Technology Center (CTC)
The Career and Technology Center (CTC) is part of the Frederick County Public Schools system. With more than 24 programs to choose from, students have the opportunity to gain college and career experience in a variety of areas. They can earn college credits as well as valuable industry certifications and licenses through a CTC program. CTC programs are taught in half-day blocks, and students attend their high school for the other half of the school day.
Shadowing a CTC program is the first step in the application process and is open to students in grades 9-11. Interested students should sign up for shadowing now by going to this link or visiting the www.careertech.net Admissions tab and filling out the online request for a virtual shadow form.
Shadowing runs Thursday, November 12 through Friday, February 26. Once a shadow date is scheduled, students will receive an email to their my.fcps.org email account informing them of the date and time of their virtual shadow and providing the Google Meet link needed for their virtual shadow experience. A student may shadow and apply to up to two programs. On the day of their virtual shadow, students will log on at the designated time to the Google Meet session provided from their my.fcps.org account. A brief orientation will be provided to all students shadowing before they move into their program's virtual shadow experience.
During the virtual shadow students can expect to meet with the instructor, other students interested in the program, and possibly current students. Students will be able to ask questions about the program and hear the instructor's expectations.
Instructors will evaluate students during their virtual shadow on their enthusiasm and attitude, how well they follow directions, and their participation in the virtual shadow. In addition to the virtual shadow evaluation, attendance and GPA are also considered for acceptance into a CTC program.
Career & Technology Center Virtual Shadowing Is Now Open! November 12th - February 26th
FCPS students in grades 9, 10 & 11 interested in learning more and/or applying to a program at the Career & Technology Center for the 2021-2022 school year can now sign up for a virtual shadow experience. Click to request a virtual shadow.
To apply to the FCPS Career & Technology Center please click apply here.
Note: Shadowing IS A requirement to apply.
To learn more about the FCPS Career & Technology Center admissions process click here.
The Career and Technology Center (CTC) is part of the Frederick County Public Schools system. With more than 24 programs to choose from, students have the opportunity to gain college and career experience in a variety of areas. For additional information about the CTC, the application process and more go to FCPS/CTC, email Kristen.Daly@fcps.org or call 240-236-8493.
ATTENTION FHS SENIORS AND PARENTS!!!!!
Frederick High School Virtual Financial Aid Information Session. The recording will be available until the end of November.
Sophomore and Freshman Conferences
It is time to get the ball rolling on our annual meetings. It’s hard to believe we will be starting registration for the 2021-2022 school year. Counselors will be sending links through Schoology to sign up for your meeting. All conferences will be held through Goggle Meet unless you make other arrangements. Please use your FCPS email to sign up (it is required). No other emails will be accepted.
Leadership Opportunities for Sophomores!
Sophomores...improve your leadership skills at the Hugh O'Brien Youth Leadership Seminars (HOBY) Interested students should contact Mr. Duckett – Aaron.Duckett@fcps.org
COUNSELORS
If you have any questions regarding your students attendance please feel free to contact Mrs. Linda Reed at either 240-236-7082 or by email at Linda.Reed@fcps.org
Please feel free to email Ms. Melcher with any questions about Work Based Learning. - Jamey.Melcher@fcps.org.
Hi Cadets!
This week is Thanksgiving. The LYNX team would like to share that they are very grateful for the students, staff, and the whole Frederick community who continue to support Frederick High School. May you share a warm peaceful holiday with your family and loved ones.
Check out the November and December Calendars for LYNX Virtual and Small Groups Experiences.
Don't forget to visit the FHS Virtual Learning Lab to help you with your academic needs. Please be aware of the new hours: Monday thru Thursday 4pm - 7pm. FHS teachers are ready to help!
New to Frederick High School?
Check out the Frederick High School New Student Guide: English / Spanish
If you have any question, please reach out to a LYNX Advocate:
Mrs. Koops: kathy.koops@fcps.org - Mr. Moran: marlon.moran@fcps.org
Mrs. Sands: beth.sands@fcps.org - Mrs. Zimmerman: sandra.zimmerman@fcps.org
Follow and Like us @LYNXFHS on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!
LYNX Newsletter - November 2020 (English)
LYNX Newsletter - November 2020 (Spanish)
Here are the English Department's favorite Thanksgiving dishes.
Ms. Stup - Pumpkin cake with cream cheese frosting
Ms. Matheny - Pumpkin pie
Ms. Clark - Pumpkin pie
Ms. Diaz - Dressing/stuffing
Ms. Smith - Sweet potatoes cooked with pineapple
Ms. Warye - The bird in Benny sauce
Mr. DeRose - Stuffing from the bird topped with gravy
Ms. Tongyai - Sauerkraut and Polish sausage
Ms. Dlugos - Stuffing
The Social Studies Department would like to send a special shout out to Miss Kidd: Miss Kidd will be getting married tomorrow, Saturday November 21. When we see her again, she will be Mrs. Welch.
In addition, we would like to recognize the following students for their exemplary work, as our Students of the Week/Month:
Mr. Brown: Dania Quintero Diaz Mr. Cleary: Senaiah Amoah Mrs. Cramer: Carly Shearer Ms. Hale: Ana Duong Ms. Ketrow: Kendel Wickline Miss Kidd: Adrianna Sims Mrs. McGrew: Erwin Wilson Mrs. Pfeil: Jeferson Reyes-Marroquin Miss Pompe: La'Maria McDuffie Mr. Smith: Reilly London Mrs. Strakonsky: Hannah Ullman
As we approach Thanksgiving the math department would like to say a big "Thank you" to our support staff in the front office, our administrators, our students and our parents. We could not do what we do without you! Take time this week to share with your family, your teachers, or your friends what you are grateful for! Here is our list:
Mr. Heller:
I am thankful for the kids - their question and conversations. Despite the difficulties, the google meets are still the best part of the teaching day.I am also thankful for my wife and kids and their willingness to tolerate my grumpiness when I get home after sitting on a computer all day. I am also thankful for the support I have received, both from my family and from our school and community. I feel like we can all acknowledge that this is sub-optimal, but we still work to make it the best we can while it lasts.
Ms. Arnold:
I am thankful for my health, my family, my students, my job, my amazing & supportive coworkers, and the opportunity to continue to learn and improve professionally.
Mrs. McCarrick:
I'm grateful for a happy, healthy family and a job that I love!
Mrs. McGaughey:
I am grateful for my family, my pup, my home, and my supportive colleagues.
Mrs. Byrd:
I am grateful for my family and the time we get to spend together. I am thankful to work in a department, school, and community that despite technology and other challeges have continued to persevere, problem solve, and give their absolute best each and every day.
Mrs. Rice:
I am grateful for my cats who act like dogs and snuggle with me. And I am grateful that, even though it's had sometimes been stressful, I have been able to spend so much time with my little family these past several months since all of us have been working from home.
Mrs. Grove:
I am grateful for kind, and helpful coworkers. I am grateful for my family. I am grateful for my students and how hard they are working.
We all are always here to help you!
Please reach out to your student's math teacher if you have any questions or concerns. You may also contact Leslie Byrd, math specialist, at leslie.byrd@fcps.org or at 240-397-9718 if you have any questions or concerns about your student's math progress.
Hola, Bonjour and from the World Language Department!
Artists of the Week!
Celebrating Thanksgiving
Celebracion del Dia de Accion de Gracias
This week we are staying in the US and looking at some fun Thanksgiving recipes. Here are a few links that you may want to incorporate into your family's meal this year!
Thanksgiving Turkey
Fried Mashed Potato Balls
Pumpkin Pecan Bread Pudding
Baked Apples with Sausage Stuffing
Attention Frederick Parents – Order Your Cap & Gown and Graduation Supplies! Graduation is coming sooner than you will expect! Make sure to order your cap & gown today so that you have it for your pictures. This year’s cap and gown package will include a black gown, black and gold tassel and a gold FHS stole! Congratulations on graduating!
ORDER TODAY Please visit www.balfour.com.
Seniors, join the "Class of 2021 Senior Group" Access code: Q5HG-845D-29XJD You will find information about Homecoming Court, Senior T-shirts and graduation cap/gown ordering!
This year, the Maryland General Assembly (MGA) will host student Pages virtually for the 2021 Legislative Session. The 2021 MGA “Re-imagined” Virtual Page Program will be a modified version of the traditional program that will be totally virtual for the students and offered on a Zoom platform. There will be no actual student visits to the State House complex this year. The online activities of the Pages will revolve around online conversations with senators and delegates, and online participation in legislative sessions and committee hearings.
November 16, 2020 - November 20, 2020
Monday - "Mellow" Monday - (lunes melodioso) - "Adj." - relaxed at ease; genial
Tuesday - "Tactical" Tuesday - (martes tactico) - "Adj." - characterized by adroitness, ingenuity, or skill
Wednesday - "Well-mannered" Wednesday - (miercoles respetuoso) - "Adj." - polite; courteous
Thursday - "Thrifty" Thursday - (jueves economico) - "Adj." - industrious and thriving; prosperous
Friday - "Formidable" Friday - (Viernes fluente) - "Adj." - admirable or awe-inspiring
November 23, 2020 - November 24, 2020
Monday - "Majestic" Monday - (lunes majestouso) - "Adj." - having or exhibiting majesty; stately; grand
Tuesday - "Totally-awesome" Tuesday - (martes imponente) - "Adv./Adj." - wholly inspiring
STAY TUNED FOR NEXT WEEK!
Care4Kids Campaign
The PTSA is gearing up for the 11th annual Care4Kids campaign this holiday season. Keep your eyes open for the 2020 flyer listing items desperately needed by FHS families and students. Donations will be accepted starting November 23. Items can be dropped off in the FHS front office and at locations around town to be listed on flyer. Get ready to kick off your holiday giving November 23!
We are proud to kick-off the REFLECTIONS program! Information here: YouTube Video
Attention creative students who are interested in submitting their ideas by visual arts, music, dance, film or writing. The theme for the 2020-2021 year is I Matter Because. Please see the Reflections flyer for additional information.
For additional information on Frederick High please follow us on Facebook and Instagram or by emailing membersFHS@gmail.com. The following staff members have access to info and forms:
Barber, David - David.Barber@fcps.org Forrest, Jordan - Jordan.Forrest@fcps.org Lewis, Kevin - James.Lewis@fcps.org McCarron, Allison - Allison.Mccarron@fcps.org Miller, Tyler - Tyler.Miller@fcps.org Templeton, Brett - Brett.Templeton@fcps.org Thomson, Heather - Heather.Thomson@fcps.org
Ways to support the FHS-PTSA:
Visit smile.amazon.com and select "PTA Maryland Congress of Parent & Teacher Inc" (Frederick, MD) as you start shopping.
The FHS-PTSA is selling notecards.
A great holiday gift idea: The 12 card sets contain three dramatic color photographs of the school on the front (four of each), are blank inside and have a block and white photograph on the back. Sets of 12 sell for $15.00.
All proceeds support FHS PTSA programs.
Orders taken by email, first come first serve (quantities limited). 1) Go to membersfhs@gmail.com to place your order. Please specify the number of sets, include your address and make checks payable to Frederick High PTSA (with a note that it is for cards). Cards will be delivered upon receipt of payment. 2) Mail payment to: FHS-PTSA 650 Carroll Parkway Frederick, MD 21701
SUPPORT: Please join the team of parents dedicated to helping Frederick High's community. The PTSA works best when members from all areas/neighborhoods come together to meet student and community needs.
Annual membership dues are $10.00 and help to support many PTSA sponsored activities. Please make your check payable to FHS PTSA and return to the school office or mail to 650 Carroll Pkwy., Frederick, MD 21701. See form attached.
Look for us on Facebook & Instagram (Frederick High PTSA).
If you would like to learn more about how you can become involved, please contact membersfhs@gmail.com.
Winter Sports begin December 7th, additional information and registration can be found at Cadet Athletics.
The Salvation Army of Frederick has provided information about their Christmas Angel Tree program. Links to flyers for the program are below:
Salvation Army Angel Tree - English
Salvation Army Angel Tree - Spanish
Principal: David.Franceschina@fcps.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/D_Franceschina
Assistant Principal(s): Sheri.Murphy@fcps.org Rebecca.Hackett@fcps.org Danny.Rumpf@fcps.org Carrie.Artis@fcps.org Erik.Englestatter@fcps.org Athletic Director: Keivette.Hammond@fcps.org