January 11, 2019
Looking Ahead--The Weekly Calendar
Saturday, January 12
Saturday School, 8:00 am Swimming at YMCA Hagerstown High vs. Saint Maria Goretti High, 1:00 pm
Monday, January 14
Wrestling home vs. Walkersville High, 6:00 pm Swimming vs. Brunswick High at Middletown High Pool, 6:00 pm Athletic Boosters Meeting, Media Center, 7:00 pm
Tuesday, January 15
Government HAS Learning for Life Class to Animal Shelter, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm PTSA Meeting, Media Center, 6:30 pm
Wednesday, January 16
Government HSA Unified Bocce at Linganore High, 3:30 pm THS Photography Show, Media Center, 5:30 pm Swimming vs. Middletown High at Middletown High Pool, 6:00 pm Wrestling home vs. TJ High, 6:00 pm ~ Senior Night
Thursday, January 17
Boys Basketball at Urbana High: JV 5:30 pm, Varsity 7:00 pm THS Drama / Dance Performance, Auditorium, 7:00 pm Instrumental Music Boosters Meeting, Band Room, 7:00 pm
Friday, January 18
Indoor Track at Frederick County Championships, Hagerstown Community College, 4:00 PM Girls Basketball home vs. Urbana High: JV 5:30 pm, Varsity 7:00 pm FCPS Academic Tournament, Frederick High, 6:00 pm
Saturday, January 19
Saturday School, 8:00 am
See the FCPS calendar. *Dates and times are subject to change.
Keeping You Informed--School News
Future Titans and Parents
Tuscarora High School
Registration Information Night Thursday, January 24 7:00 to 8:30 pm at Tuscarora High School Snowdate: Tuesday, January 29, same time
Please plan to be with us to learn about the many academic opportunities that will be available to you when you become a Tuscarora Titan.
Mark your calendar for Thursday, January 24th (snow date January 29th). The evening will begin in the THS auditorium at 7:00 PM with an overview of THS academic and elective programs. After this presentation you are invited to the Academic Fair in the THS cafeteria.
THS curriculum leaders will be there to talk with you regarding the many courses offered at THS. A variety of other FCPS personnel will also be at the fair to explain additional FCPS Programs available to Titans. Among these will be the Career and Technology Center, Academy of Fine Arts, NROTC , Virtual School and others. We look forward to welcoming you to THS!
Commendations, Congratulations, & Kudos
Model UN Congratulations to the students who participated in the FPCS Conference at Hood College on 1/5/2019. Listed below are ten of our students who took part in General Assembly 2, Economic and Educational Opportunities for Women:
A big shout out to Luis Rodriguez, took part in the first ever Spanish speaking committee. Luis had experience in Model UN and represented THS well, getting top delegate for his committee. In addition to getting recognized with a certificate for an award, Hood College awarded all top delegates from each committee a scholarship offer.
Student of the Week: Levi McCullough 12th grade
Nominated by Ms. Geerlings "In 34 years of teaching, I have never had a student as dedicated as Levi. He spends countless hours working to understand complex content and never complains. He remains calm and committed at all times even after setbacks. I would love to have a classroom FULL of Levis!!!"
Internships, Scholarships, & Jobs
Current Juniors: Applications for the science internships at USAMRIID/Ft. Detrick are due to Mrs. Mummert by January 18!!! If you are interested and need an application, see Mrs. Mummert ASAP or contact her at 240-236-6603 or at lizabeth.mummert@fcps.org.
From the School Counseling Office
College-Bound Juniors and Parents
Please plan to attend JUNIOR NIGHT on January 22 at 7:00PM in the THS auditorium.
THS School Counselors will be presenting valuable information regarding Maryland graduation requirements as well as explaining the college application process. Juniors will be visiting colleges this summer and completing their applications in the early Fall. It is important that you understand this process so that you will be able to fully explore collegiate opportunities and meet required deadlines.
Future Titans and Parents Registration Information Night Thursday, January 24 7:00 to 8:30 pm at Tuscarora High School Snowdate: Tuesday, January 29, same time Please plan to be with us to learn about the many academic opportunities that will be available to you when you become a Tuscarora Titan. Mark your calendar for Thursday, January 24th (snow date January 29th). The evening will begin in the THS auditorium at 7:00 PM with an overview of THS academic and elective programs. After this presentation you are invited to the Academic Fair in the THS cafeteria. THS curriculum leaders will be there to talk with you regarding the many courses offered at THS. A variety of other FCPS personnel will also be at the fair to explain additional FCPS Programs available to Titans. Among these will be the Career and Technology Center, Academy of Fine Arts, NROTC , Virtual School and others. We look forward to welcoming you to THS!
FCC Dual Enrollment Payment
FCC High School Based Dual Enrollment Payment is Due by Wednesday, January 23th for SPRING SEMESTER CLASSES
Students who have not paid by January 23rd will be removed from the course.
Please use your student's PeopleSoft account at:
myfcc.frederick.edu or
pay in person at FCC Student Accounts Office in Jefferson Hall on the FCC campus.
*Please click on the link below for instructions on how to pay online & the Dual Enrollment Attendance Waiver, this form must be signed and turned in to Ms. Bonet in the Front Office.
FCC PAYMENT DIRECTIONS
THS ATTENDANCE WAIVER FOR FCC
Students taking FCC courses for the first time can reset their password at https://www.frederick.edu/faculty-resources/it-services/passwords.aspx(this is a new process).
Attention: Students in grades 9-10
The FCPS Career and Technology Center (CTC) invites you to "shadow" a CTC program there.
A specialized FCPS high school, the CTC offers 25 career preparatory programs, most open to students in grades 10-12. Here's a link to programs offered:
https://education.fcps.org/ctc/programs.
Sign ups are opened for Shadowing appointments that will begin in November.
Students: A shadow experience provides an opportunity to experience a program of interest first-hand. You spend two class periods at the CTC in the program for which you might apply. You participate in classroom activities and are able to meet with and talk to the instructor and current students. The shadow experience is also a part of the CTC application process and acceptance criteria. Instructors evaluate students during the shadow experience on use of time, enthusiasm and attitude, how well you follow directions, and your aptitude specific to the program being shadowed. Skill level and knowledge of the specific career field are not as important as a positive attitude and a willingness to learn!
The process to shadow a CTC program has changed this year. To participate, THS students must:
*STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR MAKING UP ALL MISSED WORK.
Students will be issued a bus pass for the assigned date and time (AM/PM) to ride the bus to the CTC. Some programs take longer than others to assign shadow times due to the number of students interested in the program. There is chance it may take up to a few weeks to receive a shadowing date and time.
Serving students with last names: A-C Danielle Moore D-Hd Jessica McDonald He-Mi Carla Goto Mj-Sc Kay Wilson Sd-Z Elizabeth Forbes
Senior Class of 2019- News & Activites
TITAN SENIOR NEWS – CLASS OF 2019
Listed below are important dates and information for seniors. Visit the THS Senior Page for up-to-date Senior Information - https://sites.google.com/fcps.org/thsseniors2019/home Twitter Account: @tuscarorahs2019
Date
ASAP
Jan. 25, 2019
Feb. 28, 2019
PTSA and Booster Organizations
PTSA The PTSA is having a meeting on Tuesday, January 15th at 6:30p in the media center. Please attend to learn more about how the PTSA supports our school and community. Safe and Sane
Happy New Year from Safe and Sane! We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday break! We are keeping busy preparing for the Graduation Party on 5/31! You can still take advantage of the $75 registration fee and get registered here: http://ths-safe-and-sane.info/register.
We will be holding a Restaurant Fundraiser at LaPaz on Monday, January 14 from 4-9! This will be for dine in and carry out. Please mention THS Safe and Sane when checking out. We will also be holding our monthly there as well - please feel free to join us at 6:30 – it’s open to everyone!
We are bringing back the popular Restaurant Raffle again this year! Every March we hold a daily drawing and 31 lucky winners will receive a $25 gift card! We will begin selling Raffle Tickets mid-February! If you would like to donate a gift card to our cause, please visit the link below to sign up. As always, we thank you for your support and very much appreciate any donation! Thank you for your generosity!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054DAAAE2EA0F49-restaurant
Up-Coming Events:
11/1-3/31 Senior Photo Sessions by Nylec Photography
1/14/19 LaPaz Restaurant Night, 4:00 pm- 9:00 pm (51 S. Market Street)
1/29/19 Starvin Marvin Restaurant Night, 11:00 am-9:00 pm
(6942 Crestwood Blvd)
2/4/19 Panera, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm (5600A Urbana Pike)
Show your School Spirit! We will be selling custom puravida Titan bracelets every Friday morning at the Donut Table on Main Street! $10 each, cash or check payable to “THS Safe and Sane”. Need to make arrangements to purchase a bracelet or two? Please feel free to email THS2019safeandsane@gmail.com!
For more information about the Graduation Party and all of our events, please visit our THS Webpage so you don’t miss a thing! https://education.fcps.org/ths/safensane.
Follow us! Facebook – THS Class of 2019 Safe & Sane Twitter : @THS2019safesane Instagram : THS2019Safe&Sane
Not a member yet? Find out how to Join the PTSA
See names of PTSA Board and Committee Chairs and more
Media Center Updates
Media Specialist: Carrie Palmer
Student Health & Wellness
Health Room Technician: Bruce Thompson School Nurse: Rebecca Montes, RN Health Room: 240-236-6400, option 4
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