COUGAR NEWS 2024-2025

Monday 1/20 Boys Golf @ Champions

Monday 1/20 Girls Golf @ Augusta Pines

Tuesday 1/21 Boys Basketball vs Klein Oak

Tuesday 1/21 Girls Basketball @ Klein Oak

Wednesday 1/22 Girls Soccer vs Magnolia West

Wednesday 1/22 Boys Soccer @ Magnolia West

Thursday 1/23 District Swim @ Klein

Friday 1/24 Girls Basketball vs TMHS

Friday 1/24 Boys Basketball @ TMHS

Saturday 1/25 Girls Soccer @ Klein

Saturday 1/25 Boys Soccer vs Klein

Saturday 1/25 Softball @ Cy Creek Scrimmage

Saturday 1/25 Red Cluster Band - Junior Highs performing side by side

Congratulations to THS choir members, Alissa Feng, Ben Prince and Ashley Smith for earning a place in the Texas All State Choir. Ashley earned 1st chair in the All State Treble Choir and alternate to the Mixed Choir, Ben earned 3rd chair in the Mixed Choir and Alissa 2nd chair in the Mixed Choir. Only 2% of the students who begin the process achieve this prestigious honor. They will perform at the Texas Music Educators’ Convention in February- and the Mixed Choir will also perform at the American Choir Director’s National Convention in March.

Congratulations to Aayan Pattanayak and Mario Canales III

First Place UIL Policy Debate Champions!!!

They will compete at the UIL State Tournament in March.

Congratulations to the Cougar Charms major, Alexa Chavez for representing THS as an All-State Dancer at the Texas Dance Educators Association (TDEA) Convention. Alexa was one of 270 dancers from across the entire state of Texas. We are thrilled to celebrate her achievement and wish her continued success in all her future endeavors!

DECA members went to the District Career Development Conference and competed with over 1500 other students. We had 17 of our members advance to the State level competition.

Congratulations!!!

Altom, Siena

Carvalho Lopes, Mariana

Dixon, Jack

Dixon, Matthew

Hinson, Emma

Lezama, John V

Lezama, Vanessa

Lopes, Fernando C

Lucas, Mariana

Mehta, Arav

Ndulue, Chimkosolu D

Orozco, Juanpablo

Pattanayak, Aayan

Scheiwe, Micaela

Swick, Haley

Veligeti, Kaavya

Zerangue, Ethan

We are excited to share that two THS students are Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Art Winners!

Their artworks were left at NRG and will be entered into the Grand Prix to be considered for auction:

High School Gold Medal

"Daniel and Odie"

Reece Perez

12th Grade, Tomball High School

Teacher: Audrey Jennings

High School Best of Show

"Moo and Mel"

Katherine McDonald

11th Grade, Tomball High School

Teacher: Abiodun Ijiyera

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

The Rodeo Art Show will be TODAY at the Tomball Event Center from 9:00 - Noon!

Tomball High School NJROTC qualified to compete at the Area 17 marksmanship championship.

Congratulations cadets!

Course Selection

Course selection for the 2025-2026 school year is quickly approaching. Please visit 2025-2026 Course Selection Site for valuable information concerning course selection and upcoming parent meetings. Course selection will take place on January 30th during students’ Cougar Block. The deadline to make course selection changes will be February 9th.

Distance Learning and Correspondence Course Information:

• Students may take up to 2.0 credits through correspondence.
• Credits will only be accepted through Texas Tech University, the University of Texas, and the Texas Virtual Network.
• Courses to consider:

1. Health

1. Speech

1. PE

• Students must obtain counselor approval before enrolling in a correspondence course.
• Course must be completed by December 1st of a student’s senior year of high school.
• To request approval, complete the TISD Request to Enroll in a Distance Learning or Correspondence Course form.

Reach out to your student’s counselor if you have any questions.

With expected freezing weather this week, Tomball ISD has announced changes to the 49th Annual FFA Project Show.

Ag Mechanics and Horticulture moves indoors to January 22.

Special Rodeo postponed for a later date.

Thursday - Saturday: Events remain the same.

Week of January 21st-24th

College & Career Counselor Corner

• Boys State & Girls State 2025 - Great leadership opportunity open to current juniors. THS will sponsor one boy and one girl for the events. Program & application details in links provided. Deadline to apply to be considered for nomination is January 21st by 3:00 pm.
• Save the Date! Spring College Knowledge Night - February 6, 2025 from 6:00-8:00 pm at the Tomball Event Center. All the details coming the week of January 21st! We will have presentations on popular majors, as well as a mini-college & career fair (rep list will be shared with program).
• Local Tomball Scholarships for Seniors - Many of the local scholarships are now active!! More being moved to the active tab as we hear back from donors. Seniors need to check back frequently! These are great scholarship opportunities!
• 2025-2026 FAFSA (for current seniors) is NOW OPEN. Helpful FAFSA Instruction Sheet
• Young Women’s Leadership Challenge - Program for rising sophomores, juniors and seniors for 25-26. We will hold an information session February 6th during Cougar Block next semester, sign-up coming when we return in January!
• Course Selection Information
• 2025-2026 Dual Credit MEETINGS FOR STUDENTS
• FIRST TIME STUDENTS will be required to attend a mandatory meeting. Details will be emailed to students and posted in their grade level Schoology courses. Student join code to the courses at the end of this section - students should already be enrolled in these courses.
• CURRENTLY ENROLLED STUDENTS will meet with Mrs. Nichols through English 3 DC on Jan. 30th OR be called in sometime Feb. 4th if they do not take English 3 DC.
• 2025-2026 Dual Credit PARENT MEETING Opportunities
• FIRST TIME IN DUAL CREDIT PARENT MEETING
• January 22nd - VIRTUAL 12:00-12:30 pm (link to meeting)
• January 23rd - IN PERSON at THS in LGI Rm 1253 9:00-9:30 am
• CURRENTLY ENROLLED DUAL CREDIT PARENT MEETING
• January 22nd - VIRTUAL 3:00-3:30 pm (link to meeting)
• January 23rd - IN PERSON at THS in LGI Rm 1253 12:00- 12:30 pm

Opportunities for Students with the College & Career Counselor

• Lone Star College Rep Visits - Our Lone Star College rep will be on campus twice each month throughout the year to help answer any questions students have about their program, admissions, etc. LSC has many great opportunities for our students. Seniors planning to attend LSC after graduation definitely need to sign-up for a visit! Click here to sign-up
• College & Career Classroom Videos - Every other week, Mrs. Nichols will share videos for each grade level covering many college and career related topics throughout the year. Videos and presentation links will be shared in each grade level Schoology course for students to refer back to and parents to stay in the loop. Videos posted in grade level Schoology courses under 24-25 Classroom Videos & Slides section.
• Grade Level Schoology Courses - Each grade level will have their own Schoology course provided by Mrs. Nichols, College & Career Counselor. Here students will have information on events, event sign-up, C&C Classroom Video library, C&C Series information, rep visit sign-ups, and more. Parents do not need to do anything to join the course. Once the student joins, parents will have access through their own Schoology login. Information will be provided for parents who do not have accounts set up yet. Click here for parent Schoology instructions

STUDENT Access Codes (will not work for parents, see above)

1. Class of 2025 - 8K2K-QFMQ-HSJDS

1. Class of 2026 - WWJJ-4GN9-ZFZHP

1. Class of 2027 - XB4J-9799-4N6MW
2. Class of 2028 - 9F2Z-WD68-D2V3V

We need all Senior Parents for the Class of 2025 to get involved.

Make sure you follow SPO 2025 on

Facebook: THS SPO Class of 2025spo2025@gmail.com

Instagram: thsclassof2025spo

Website: https://www.thsspo2025.org/

You can also email us at THSSPO2025@GMAIL.COM

OUR NEXT MEETING is scheduled for Thursday, February 6.... Virtual over ZOOM (Link will be emailed out )

Some SPO Senior Events already scheduled:

MR. DEBONAIR COMPETITION: Feb 13

POWDER PUFF FOOTBALL: TBD

BACCALAUREATE: May 18

SPO's biggest fundraiser is open to the Tomball community and family-friendly!

We are looking for sponsors, donations, and volunteers to make this event successful to fund scholarships and prizes for the class of 2025!

WE NEED ALL SENIOR PARENTS TO JOIN SPO AND MAKE IT AN INCREDIBLE YEAR FOR THE CLASS OF 2025!

Membership Link at the website: https://www.thsspo2025.org/

SPO Presents 35th year of Mr. Debonair 2025 : King of The Masquerade

Hey, you! Yes, you.

Are you ready to put your best foot forward and show off your debonair side? Do you have what it takes to be crowned the King of the Masquerade? Grab some friends and sign up for Mr. Debonair where style, charisma, and a little bit of mystery come together in an epic competition. This year’s theme? King of the Masquerade. It's all about channeling your inner charm, embracing your unique style, and—let’s be real—making sure you own that mask.

What’s the Deal with the Contest?

It’s a high school showdown that combines elegance, wit, and a charm. Contestants will compete in a variety of categories, but what truly matters is how you embody the King of the Masquerade vibe.

Prizes? Oh, we’ve got those, too. The winner will take home a cash prize... the more that enter the bigger the prize! There will be additional contests for best eyes, best smile, best hair, and Mr. Congenality.

Why Should You Enter?

• It's a chance to show off your flair: Whether it’s your impeccable fashion sense or your secret talent for dramatic monologues, or funny skits, this contest is all about letting your personality shine.
• Did we mention the cash prize?
• It’s fun! Where else are you going to get to wear a mask and act mysterious? This is the kind of thing you’ll remember for years to come.

Parents:

Look, we know your kids are busy with classes, activites, and whatever other high school drama is going on. But this is a perfect opportunity to get them involved in something fun, creative, and maybe even a little extra.

Not only will they get to show off their charm and creativity, but it’s a great way to wrap up their senior year with something memorable (and who knows, they might actually win a cash prize).

Ready to Be the King of the Masquerade?

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. The clock is ticking, and your crown awaits. Sign up today and get ready to rule the night like the true Mr. Debonair you are. 👑

Stay up to date on things happening on campus with the THS App. You can watch our twice-weekly news shows, check headlines from the school paper, send photos to the yearbook and check the sports calendar to see what time the game starts. Download today, it's free!

Important information

· Scan the QR code to sign up

· Request can take 24-48 hours to be filled

· Once filled you will receive an email confirmation

· You will need to request a VOE for both your permit and your license

· VOE’s are valid for 30 days

· Student/Guardian can pick the VOE anytime during school hours once filled

Mark Vierkant @THS_Mr_Vierkant

Lisa Streat @THS_Ms_Streat

Daniel Craft @THSAP_Craft

Sara Cooley @THS_cooley

Jennifer Foley @THS_jennlee

Carl Moise @C_Moise22

Carrie Sack @CSackTHS

The purpose of the Cougar News Weekly Newsletter is to inform the community of everything going on at Tomball High School.

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