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School Calendar
Saturday, May 30
Spring Uniform Collection - Gym Parking Lot (Details in Sports section.)
9 AM - 3 PM
Monday, June 1
Senior Material Return - Gym Parking Lot (Details in Senior section.)
10 AM - 12 PM
Tuesday, June 2
Virtual Salute to Senior Awards
Posted at 9 AM
Thursday, June 4
Class of 2020 Celebration Display
12 PM
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Greetings!
Our week started very well as we were finishing up visits from our seniors and their families for their cap and gown and diploma (cover) presentations. It was wonderful to see the seniors again---they are sorely missed!
This coming week is what many of us consider “Senior Week.” This year, we’ll start the week with our final opportunity for seniors to drop off UHS-issue materials in the gym parking lot, Monday, June 1, 10 am – 12 noon.
We had originally planned to hold our Salute to Seniors awards program this coming Tuesday morning. Our program this year is a virtual one. We will publish the link for our Salute to Seniors Tuesday, June 2, at 9 am.
On Thursday, June 4, our original graduation date, we plan to have a display in honor of the members of the Class of 2020 on our campus. We will publish more information Thursday morning.
We plan to distribute diplomas the week of June 15.
The Class of 2020 is one that we’ll never forget, not only for the conditions under which they are graduating but also, and even more, for the dignity and pride they are demonstrating in these very difficult times.
As always, please let me know of any questions.
With Hawk Pride,
Dave Kehne
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FCPS VIRTUAL SCHOOL - HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT
The FCPS Frederick County Virtual School (FCVS) oversees virtual courses for high school credit. If you have questions about the application process for the virtual learning opportunities below, contact your counselor or email the counselor at FCVS, Anthony Driebelbies, at Anthony.Driebelbies@fcps.org.
2020 SUMMER SESSION LEARNING: Course offerings are restricted to a modified Partially Online Summer Session (POSS) Model due to COVID-19 social distancing precautions.
Find details and registration materials at education.fcps.org/fcvs/ by selecting "Summer Session Learning Options." See "High School" or "Middle School" (based on your current level) to access the correct packet.
Deadline: Completed forms must be turned in before 3 pm, Thursday, June 11. Please note that current Urbana High School students should submit forms directly to our UHS Registrar at AnnMarie.Kline@fcps.org. Students currently in 8th grade should submit forms to their middle school.
Do not delay! Enrollment is limited: Classes are "first come, first served" so the earlier you get the forms in the better. (The Health/Fitness course is currently closed.)
2020-2021 VIRTUAL SCHOOL LEARNING: Virtual Outside of School (VOS)
Find details and registration materials at education.fcps.org/fcvs/ by selecting "School Year Learning Options."
Current Urbana High School students should submit forms directly to our UHS Registrar at AnnMarie.Kline@fcps.org. Students currently in 8th grade should submit forms to their middle school.
Do not delay! Enrollment is limited.
VIRTUAL TUTORING CENTER
UHS is now offering online tutoring for English, Math, and Social Studies on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 to 3:30 pm.
Students must have a digitally signed parent consent for live video conferencing to participate in the Virtual Tutoring Center: Virtual Tutoring Center Parent Consent Form
Go to meet.google.com on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 to 3:30 pm and use the meeting code for the subject area needed:
Algebra & Geometry Code - UHSalg English Code - UHSeng Math Code - UHSmath Social Studies Code - UHSss
If you have any questions, please contact Amanda McGrath, Assistant Principal, at Amanda.McGrath@fcps.org. See the flyer: Virtual Tutoring Center.
MEDIA CENTER
Need to see what items you have borrowed from the UHS media center? Click HERE for instructions. Thank you!
EXAM REVIEW BOOK DRIVE
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: Do you have any AP, IB, SAT, or other exam review books that you no longer want or need? If so, consider donating them to ApCYCLE!
ApCYCLE is a student-led organization aiming to provide disadvantaged students across Maryland with access to exam review books to allow for greater success in their college-level exams and futures. Last year, students at Urbana High donated over 30 books, which directly benefited Baltimore City Public Schools; this year, we can double that number with your help!
To learn more, visit apcycledonate.weebly.com. See the flyer: ApCYCLE
YEARBOOKS
New for UHS: Digital Yearbooks!
Due to the current pandemic, our yearbook printing plant was closed for several weeks which delayed production of our printed yearbooks. Despite this, UHS has negotiated a virtual yearbook at no additional charge to each student who has already purchased a yearbook.
PlusOne App The virtual yearbook will be available on mobile devices (smartphones, iPads, etc.) via a free app called PlusOne by Herff Jones. After downloading the app, log in using student name and student ID number.
How long will the digital yearbook be available? The virtual yearbook will remain online at least until hard copies have been made available at UHS for distribution. All students should now have online access at this time.
Will I still get my printed yearbook? How? Yes! As soon as we receive printed yearbooks at UHS, we will work out a plan to make yearbooks available safely, and as efficiently as possible. UHS will follow all social distancing requirements in effect at the time.
Yearbook questions? Contact Kristin.Johnson@fcps.org.
CTC PROGRAM
The FCPS Career & Technology Center (CTC) is now accepting 2nd round applications (online applications only) for the programs listed below. All other CTC programs have been filled with a waiting list for the 2020-2021 School Year.
Programs that ARE ACCEPTING 2nd Round Applications: * Advanced Floral Design * Agribusiness * Digital Design & Printing Methods * Landscaping
Programs that are accepting WAITLIST ONLY Applications: * Teacher Academy (applying for waitlist only) * Auto Body (applying for waitlist only) * Automotive Tech (applying for waitlist only)
Click Here To Apply or visit education.fcps.org/ctc/ for more information.
*Please note that program acceptance for 2nd round applications will be on a first come, first serve basis.
Due to school closings as a result of COVID-19, the shadowing requirement for 2nd round applications has been waived.
DUAL ENROLLMENT INFORMATION
For students interested in Dual Enrollment courses for the 2020/2021 School Year, please view the Dual Enrollment Student Information Presentation.
Questions? Please contact: Amanda McGrath, Assistant Principal Amanda.McGrath@fcps.org 240-236-7674 Mardy Holt, School Counselor Mardy.Holt@fcps.org 240-236-7625
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT
For general technical support, FCPS has provided family resources, including Schoology support at:
As our students and teachers continue with distance learning, we are here to support the technology needs of students and staff. UHS User Support Specialist, Michelle Brammer, will be the point of contact for all technology needs including:
Ms. Brammer is available via email (Michelle.Brammer@fcps.org) Monday-Friday, 8 am - 3 pm, to provide technical support.
In addition, Ms. Brammer will maintain office hours by appointment only at UHS as listed below for pick-up and drop-off of equipment. All appointments will be confirmed by email. No walk-up assistance will be permitted.
COVID-19 INFORMATION FCPS is committed to the health and safety of our students and staff. To keep the community informed on this matter, FCPS posts related information and updates online at 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, the following are reliable resources for COVID-19 updates:
Frederick County Government's COVID Dashboard (new) Frederick County Health Department Maryland Department of Health Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Governor's COVID-19 Pandemic: Orders and Guidance
NOTES FROM THE COUNSELING OFFICE
1) Attention parents of current juniors (rising seniors). The senior brag sheet is available in Naviance for all current juniors. This is a required task of all students who wish to have their counselor write them a letter of recommendation for a four-year university. In addition, the counseling office uses this document to aid in writing all letters of recommendation. We would ask that students review and slowly work on completing this assignment by the end of term four at the latest. If you have any questions, please contact your child's counselor.
2) The Counseling Office has posted a needs assessment on Naviance for all students. We are asking some basic wellness questions and using it as a chance to get feedback on what our office can do to aid students while in remote learning. If your child has not completed the assessment, please have them complete it in the near future in order to help the counseling office provide support for those that need it.
3) All seniors should update their "college I'm attending" in Naviance upon finalizing their college choice. We use this screen to know where to send final transcripts at the end of the school year. Students can finalize their choice by logging into Naviance and navigating to the "Colleges" menu. Once inside the Colleges menu, they can go to "College I'm Applying To" which allows students to designate the "College I'm Attending." You would select that college and hit save.
FCC VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION
FCC will be hosting an Admissions Virtual Information Session on Monday, June 8, from 6:30-7:30 pm. All students and parents are welcome. There will be information presented on Admissions and the Enrollment Steps, Placement Testing, Counseling & Advising, Financial Aid and Scholarships, and Disability Services. Throughout the event, guests are able to submit questions in a chat box and there will be staff on hand to answer those questions.
Students and parents are able to register for the event at: eventbrite.com/e/free-fcc-admissions-virtual-information-session-registration-106047607248
SCHOLARSHIPS
Check for the latest scholarships on Naviance. Some deadlines are fast approaching.
The Maryland PTA is offering a $1000 scholarship to a high school senior who is planning to attend college and pursue a career in Maryland public schools. Applications are available on Naviance. Completed applications and all attachments are due by Monday, June 29.
Frederick Community College Scholarships will be handled differently this year. Students will complete all applications using FCC's online platform at frederick.edu/foundationscholarships. Once on that page, students should scroll down to the bottom of the page and click Fall Semester Scholarship Application. Applications are accepted April 1, 2020 – June 30, 2020.
Scholarship Updates:
Students can only apply online. No paper applications will be accepted. Students can upload transcripts (official or unofficial), letters of recommendation, and other required documents directly into the system.
To Apply:
For more information and any questions, please contact Michael Thornton, scholarship program manager, at mthornton@frederick.edu.
For up-to-the-minute senior news, follow the UHS Senior Class on Twitter at twitter.com/uhsseniorclass.
SENIOR MATERIAL RETURN
Attention Seniors: UHS will hold one final materials return for seniors on Monday, June 1, from 10 am-12 pm in the gym parking lot. Any senior who has item(s) to return, please plan to attend during this time.
Items to be collected include:
Please review the following expected procedures for material returns. We thank everyone in advance for their cooperation.
VIRTUAL GRADUATION CEREMONY
The Urbana High School virtual graduation ceremony for the Class of 2020 will be available for viewing beginning Thursday, June 11, at 2 pm.
FCPS will provide multiple opportunities for families to view the graduation ceremonies. Each graduation ceremony will be shared via FCPS social media platforms: FCPSMaryland YouTube, Facebook and Twitter. In addition, we will broadcast the ceremonies over FCPS TV (Comcast channel 18 and fcps.org/tv). Each high school will publish their individual ceremonies via a link on their school's webpage. FCPS is also purchasing USB drives with the graduation ceremony of individual school ceremonies to issue to our graduates as a keepsake.
For complete FCPS graduation information, please visit the FCPS Graduation 2020 webpage at fcps.org/about/graduation-2020.
SAFE & SANE NEWS
Class of 2020 Senior T-Shirts - Just $20 and easy online ordering.
UHS Designed Notecards for Sale - 20 for $10, click here for online ordering.
Safe & Sane Instagram Prize Party - Click here for details.
SPRING UNIFORM COLLECTION
On Saturday, May 30, our Coaches will be collecting all Spring Uniforms. Please read & follow the guidelines below. If for any reason you do not feel safe returning your uniform at this time, email your Head Coach prior to May 30th.
Girls Track drop off time: 9-11am Boys Track drop off time: 9-11am Boys Tennis drop off time: 10am-12pm Girls Tennis drop off time: 10am-12pm Unified Track & Field drop off time: 10am-12pm Girls Lacrosse drop off time: 11am-1pm Baseball drop off time: 11am-1pm Softball drop off time: 1-3pm Boys Lacrosse drop off time: 1-3pm
Guidelines:
Thank you for helping keep our coaches and teams safe by adhering to these guidelines. Stay safe and hopefully we will return to our fields soon!
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your team’s Head Coach.
VIRTUAL BASKETBALL CAMP
Dear Basketball Community,
As it stands right now our 2020 Urbana Basketball Camp is cancelled. We are incredibly disappointed that we won’t get to see all of our campers in what is truly the best week of the summer for our basketball program. At this time we would like to offer a different opportunity for all young basketball players. Players of all ages, gender, and ability are welcome to become a part of our FREE 2020 Virtual Camp Experience. We will be offering a virtual camp for anyone interested July 13-17. If we are able to have any in person basketball camp/training experiences this summer we will certainly keep you updated. If you would like to participate in the 2020 Urbana Virtual Basketball Camp all you need do is fill out the Google Form below with your name and email. Please see the Urbana Basketball Camp 2020 flyer for additional information about the unique and awesome opportunities the virtual camp will offer.
Google Form to register for the camp is linked below: 2020 Urbana Virtual Basketball Camp Registration
2020 High School Field Hockey at Urbana Tryouts: August 12 and August 13 Time: 7-10 am on UHS Field Hockey Field
All players will need to turn in tryout paperwork (FCPS website under athletics) on Tuesday, August 11, at 6 pm, followed by a pre-season player/parent meeting in the UHS Media Center.
UHS ATHLETIC INFORMATION
Follow the Hawks schedule, roster, events and photos all in one place: urbanahawksathletics.com/.
Urbana High School
Address: 3471 Campus Drive Ijamsville, MD 21754
Phone: 240-236-7600 Fax: 240-236-7601
Website: http://education.fcps.org/uhs/
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/fcpsmaryland
Principal: David.Kehne@fcps.org
Assistant Principal(s): Marcus.Allen@fcps.org Ashley.Fisher@fcps.org Rebecca.Hackett@fcps.org Amanda.McGrath@fcps.org Mark.Wolcott@fcps.org