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A Message from Ms. Pearl
Welcome students and families. As we are still in the second half of the first quarter, students need to be completing and turning in all work by the given due dates. You only have two weeks left before the 2nd quarter begins. Progress Reports were available to view through Parent-Vue on September 30, 2024. For the students who may need additional academic support, please sign up for FEV tutoring through Clever, which is an online one on one tutoring service available 24/7 for homework help located in Student-Vue.
We still need students to monitor their transition time between classes. Students, you only have 4 minutes between classes before you are marked tardy. We have implemented our tardy policy, in which continued tardies to class will result in student consequences. As a reminder, our school day starts at 7:30a.m. Please make sure you are arriving to school on time, allowing you to visit your lockers and arriving and each class on time. Doors are open for students at 7:15a.m.
This is a reminder that you are not allowed to enter a classroom with backpacks or large bags. Students, you must use your locker. If you have a locker issue, please be sure to use the QR code, which is posted in numerous locations throughout the building. We are asking students to continue showing your Cougar Pride by being Prepared, Respectful, Involved, Diligent and Eco-Friendly.
SENIORS
This is your reminder that the Senior Breakfast Permission Slip is due this Tuesday, October 15th. You must have a parental/guardian signature, as well as your first and second period teachers' initials.
The permission slip for the Senior Trip to Kings Dominion and the $50 deposit is due no later than
Wednesday, October 16th.
If you are, or have, a Senior and have not taken your Senior Picture as of yet, please look out for an email coming from Mr. Werkheiser. We will have our LAST SENIOR PICTURE MAKE-UP DAY in December. You do not have to purchase Senior Pictures; however, you must sit for Senior Pictures to participate in the Senior Roll Call slide show during Commencement.
Ruby Bridges National Walk to School Day is an annual day of dialogue to commemorate Ruby's historic steps. Students will continue the conversation and take park in their own forms of activism to bring an end to racism and all forms of bullying. We are asking that all staff and students wear purple on November 14th.
Thomas Stone HS is participating in the Relay For Life event on May 10th at St. Charles HS. This event is held yearly to help raise funds for the American Cancer Society and support their efforts to fight cancer. One way you can contribute is by purchasing a raffle ticket from me! (Picture attached)
Raffle details:
Cost: $10 per ticket
Prizes: 2024 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid LE
OR
$20,000.00
Drawing Date: December 4, 2024 at 12:30.
Drawing will be held line live Facebook.
All proceeds go directly to Relay For Life, supporting groundbreaking research, patient services, and education. Every ticket purchased gets us one step closer to making a difference in the fight against cancer.
If you'd like to purchase a ticket, please send an email to jsavagespriggs@ccboe.com. Don’t wait!
Thank you for your support and generosity!
If you are interested in being a part of Thomas Stone High Schools' PTSO Committee, please contact Rita Osborne at TSHSPTSO@gmail.com. Come be a part of the PTSO Committee and make a difference. Applications are available in the main office and also available during all scheduled meetings. Please complete the application form and return, with payment of $10, to the main office. We hope to see you soon!
The next SAT is scheduled for November 2, 2024. Registration Deadline October 18 ,2024- Late Registration Deadline - October 22, 2024
Register for your SAT at www.collegeboard.org
College Board - SAT, AP, College Search and Admission Tools
College Board is a non-profit organization that clears a path for all students to own their future through the AP Program, SAT Suite, BigFuture, and more.
The upcoming ACT examination date is scheduled for December 14, 2024
Registration Deadline is November 8, 2024 - Late Registration Deadline November 22, 2024
Register for your ACT at www.act.org
For all game schedules, visit Thomas Stone Cougars - Official Athletic Website – Waldorf, MD (tscougarssports.com)
All tickets, for games and events, can be purchased on GOFan at https://gofan.co/app/school/MD24850 or using credit card at the events gate entrance. There is a fee for all home and away games. Make sure to look at the bottom of the event listed to see if it is in our back yard or theirs! You should purchase your ticket ahead of time, but tickets can also be purchased at the gate. Come and support our athletes and Thomas Stone High School!
Hello Thomas Stone Families!
Thomas Stone High School is a Community School, and we need your input to implement resources, services and support for your student and family. Please complete the Community School Parent Survey and Community School Student Survey to provide vital information to assist in creating programming and services. In addition, check out the Thomas Stone Community School Website for resource information, events and to sign-up for programs.
Thomas Stone Community School Website
Link: https://sites.google.com/view/thomasstonehs-communityschool/home
Thomas Stone High School Community School Advisory Committee
Link: https://forms.office.com/r/2brBC63JnB
Community School Parent Survey
Link: https://ccboe.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5q0dw6aWL8V9GIe
Community School Student Survey
Link: https://ccboe.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_034Gre5lxARl4uG
CCPS is, again this school year, participating in federal and state programs that provide free meals at qualifying schools. Thomas Stone High School is a qualified school. These programs include the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) and Maryland Meals for Achievement (MMFA). Students who attend Thomas Stone High School can eat breakfast and lunch for free for the entire school year. If your child would like to purchase additional a' la cart items, they can purchase these items by using MySchoolBucks.com.
Did you know.... students can receive additional benefits from the Free and Reduced Meal application, such as fee waivers for ACT, SAT, and College Application fees. Upperclassman will need to complete a Free and Reduced Meals Application online, to receive these benefits. The online application can be found on the CCBOE homepage. https://www.myschoolapps.com/
Did you know that CCPS has partnered with Hazel Health, a tele-mental health service for CCPS students in middle and high school . During in-school appointments, students can visit virtually with a mental health specialist in a designated location in the school that provides privacy. Trained school staff will accompany students to and from the appointment. Parents and families can learn more about Hazel Health here.
Laptop distribution will begin this week. Students without a laptop will receive their laptop through their Science class starting Tuesday. Students, please note that devices need regular updating to ensure that all software continues to work and to receive the latest security patches from Microsoft. Please check for Windows updates every Tuesday evening (or as soon after as possible). This can prevent many problems, especially during testing sessions.
If you have any issues with your laptop, please submit a ticket to Mr. Richardson by clicking the link provided https://askccps.ccboe.com/open.php.
If your student will be leaving TSHS, you will need to return your CCPS issued laptop and charger to Thomas Stone High School prior to being withdrawn.
October 14 - Columbus Day (School Closed for students only)
October 14 - Parent/Teacher Conferences
October 15 - Board Meeting (1:00pm), Public Forum (6:00pm)
October 16 - Unity Day (Wear Orange)
October 16 - ESOL/ELD Community Night
October 17 - College Fair, North Point HS
October 18 - TSHS Homecoming Game
October 19 - TSHS Homecoming Dance
October 21 - CTE Online Application Opens
October 22 - Charles County Dual Enrollment Virtual Information Night
October 23 - TSHS PTSO Meeting, 6:00pm
October 23 - TSHS College & Career Readiness Presentation, 6:00 pm (PTSO Meeting)
October 30 - First Marking Period ends
October 31 - Two-hour Early Dismissal for Students
October 31 - Second Marking Period begins
October 31 - Halloween
TSHS ADMINISTRATION TEAM
9th - Mr. Snow bsnow@ccboe.com
10th - Mrs. Savage jsavagespriggs@ccboe.com
11th - Mrs. Loyd kloyd@ccboe.com
12th - Mr. Werkheiser cwerkheiser@ccboe.com
Instructional AP - Dr. Bateman jbateman@ccboe.com
To learn more about our Admin team, click the link below:
With the winter months approaching, school delays or cancellations may arise. If you would like to get TEXT ALERTS from CCPS, you must OPT IN to get the alerts, before you can start receiving them. To do this, from your cell phone, text YES to 67587. You should then receive a notification that you are now registered. This is a good way to get information regarding school delays, early dismissals, cancellations, school issues, transportation issues, and sometimes community issues that may involve a school or surrounding areas, etc. Stay informed via text.
Thomas Stone High School
Website: https://stone.ccboe.com/
Location: 3785 Leonardtown Road, Waldorf, MD, USA
Phone: (301)753-1756
Twitter: @CougarsTSHS