TSD Weekly Newsletter
September 19th, 2023
October is Bilingual Child Month!
The Troy School District is a place where different cultures and languages come together to create an enriching learning environment. Bilingual Child Month provides us with an opportunity to shine a spotlight on the incredible linguistic talents of our students and the invaluable contributions of our dedicated educators.
Bilingualism is more than just mastering two languages; it's a gateway to understanding different cultures, fostering empathy, and preparing our students for a globalized world. The benefits of being bilingual extend beyond the classroom. Bilingual children often exhibit enhanced problem-solving skills, improved cognitive abilities, and increased opportunities in their future careers.
As a school district, we are committed to nurturing the bilingual skills of our students. Our language programs are designed to provide a solid foundation in, not only, the English language but multiple languages, empowering our students to communicate effectively in an interconnected world. We are grateful to our talented ELD and World Language educators who dedicate their time and expertise. Thank you, parents and educators, for your support!
According to data released by the College Board, which administers the Advanced Placement program, Michigan had an 11.2% increase in the number of AP exams taken by public school students in 2023 compared to an 8.6% increase nationally.
The 97,589 AP exams taken by Michigan public school students was the highest number since 2018 (98,409), two years prior to the pandemic.
The Troy School District is ahead of both state and national trends. The district had a 13% increase in the number of exams taken from 2022 (3,275) to 2023 (3,730). Click here to read Oakland Press article.
Students participated in various skill-based competitive events including basketball, soccer, tug-of-war, spoons, chess, Super Smash Bros., speed art, fashion design, and pumpkin decorating in a fierce competition between the “houses”---groups of students corresponding to an IB Learner Profile trait: Curamus (we dare), Somnamus (we dream), Miramur (we wonder), Scimus (we know), Audemus (we dare), & Valemus (we are strong). House Somnamus, took home the Phoenix Cup and got bragging rights for the year.
Hill Elementary staff created a super fun night of graphing, solving problems, creating art using math, and some magnificent math games. Students in partnership with their families visited several stations throughout the building, solving problems along the way. Students even received a bag of math games to take home!
Way to go Hill Staff!
#What Lifts You? Hamilton's art students learned about artist Kelsey Montague, pioneer of mural wings on the sides of buildings. Students discussed what it means to interact with art, what a mural is, and how this artist could put these ideas together. They collected and designed “feathers” which were used to create Hamilton’s own mural wings.
Beautiful feathers Hamilton!
Athens seniors Makenzie Sawyers and Marcus Freeman were named “Jack and Jill Teens” and attended the Washington, DC On the Hill Summit conference. The Jack and Jill of America Foundation supports programs that create opportunities and challenges for children to learn and practice leadership skills while building character. During the conference, Makenzie and Marcus attended legislative sessions, met with congressional leaders, and engaged with citizens in the DC area fighting for advocacy & creating awareness about issues that affect all Americans. Way to represent TSD!
Join us on October 25 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at Athens High School in the TACC to learn more about our Algebra 1 pilot and materials adoption process. In this interactive session, we will (1) explore our reasons for doing mathematics; (2) review our decision-making process for piloting Illustrative Mathematics (IM) in Algebra 1; (3) describe the structure and support for our IM pilot; and (4) reflect on what joy look like in mathematics. We are excited to get your feedback and hear from you! Please RSVP here so we can plan accordingly.
Troy High football players focused on giving back as the team assembled 300 sandwiches and filled lunch bags for the homeless to benefit “The Noah Project.” TNP is an organization that helps empower people to find their individualized path to self-sufficiency by starting with something as simple as a sack lunch. We love to see students in service!
The Troy High Athletics Boosters are hosting a Euchre night fundraiser.
Friday, November 17
6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
5-Star Lanes, 2666 Metro Pkwy, Sterling Heights, 48312.
For more information or to sign up, visit https://sumnar.com/troyboosters/
The United Ski Team includes skiers from Athens, Berkley, Avondale and Troy High schools.
Learn more at the informational night.
Tuesday, October 24
7 p.m.
Media Center at Troy High School
Questions: TLining@icloud.com, 248-390-4626
Athens won in a thrilling game that went into OT on Senior Night against Royal Oak. Parker Ciurla rushed for three touchdowns and threw a TD pass to Nathan Piggott. Anthony Ashor also rushed for a touchdown. Daniel Kadiu boomed a 42-yard field goal to force the game into OT, and Luke DiGiovanni sealed the win with an extra point.
Congratulations Athens!
Looking for Athletic Schedules?
Athens and Troy High's athletic pages can be found below:
Athens Athletics: https://RedhawkAthletics.org
Troy High Athletics: https://TroyAthletics.org
Sports Booster facebook page links:
Troy High: https://www.facebook.com/troyhighathleticboosters
