Weekly Update

Reminder!!! The LHS Class of 2024 Commencement Ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 30. Please note, there is NO in-person instruction for LHS students; this is a virtual day.

If you plan to attend the Commencement Ceremony for the Class of 2024 on Thursday, May 30, please note the following:

• General parking lots will open at 8:30AM. Stadium gates will open at 9AM. The ceremony will begin promptly at 10AM. Seating will be first-come-first-serve

• Anyone planning to attend the ceremony must have their own ticket (this includes infants). Graduates will receive tickets at practice this week.

• The SMCPS no-bag policy will be in effect. No bags of any size (backpacks, purses, tote bags, camera bags, etc.) will be permitted. Guests will be required to return bags to their vehicle before entering the stadium.

• You should not bring stadium seats, outside food, drink, and non-service animals - these items are not permitted in the stadium. Balloons/large signs or other items that will block the view of others, will not be permitted into the stadium. Please plan accordingly.
  

• Please visit the SMCPS Safety & Security website for more information.
  

LHS baseball defeated Walt Whitman 2-0 and softball defeated Eleanor Roosevelt 14-0. Both teams now hold the title State Champions! Wear your Raider Gear on Tuesday to commemorate their wins and our terrific 2023-24 Sports Season! 3 State Titles and every sports team finished the season with a winning record!

Health 2 for Original Credit

Asynchronous 80/20 Course Enrollment

Format: 80% of class time is asynchronous using MSDE’s Canvas platform and 20% of

class time is synchronous via Google Meet

Credit: 0.5

Cost: $125

No refunds will be given if the student exits the course after the session has started.

Who: 11th & 12th graders only; Seniors have priority upon registration.

Dates & Location:

• Fall Semester (August 26, 2024 - January 17, 2025)

• Spring Semester (January 27, 2025 - June 6, 2025)

• Google Meet class times are selected in the registration form:

• Mondays 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm;

• Mondays 8:30 pm - 9:15 pm;

• Tuesdays 8:00 pm - 8:45 pm; or

• Wednesdays 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm.

Health II: (Students must have passed Health I) Students will use the introductory instruction from Health Education I to expand on the development of skills, attitudes, and behaviors that will enable them to make decisions that promote healthful behaviors. Students engage in inquiry and problem-solving approaches utilizing a developmentally appropriate progression of content related to health education concepts.

Course Prerequisites:

1. 11th or 12th graders who have passed Health I.

2. Orientation information will be sent to the student's SMCPS email address at least one week before the start of the course.

3. Students must be aware that this course requires about 30 hours asynchronously and must be completed during the semester registered. No Extensions.

Registration:

• Registration will open for both the Fall and Spring sessions on April 24, 2024, at 1:00 PM.

• Registration Link - Will become live on April 24, 2024 at 1:00 PM

• You will receive an email that your registration form has been submitted, once you register. Your registration is not confirmed until you receive an additional email with information on paying for the class and stating your registration is confirmed.

If you have any additional questions about this course, please contact

Dr. Wendy Zimmerman at wlzimmerman@smcps.org.

2024-2025 Emergency Action Plans are ready!

Please let us know if you want your copy to take to summer appointments. Please check your e-mails from the school or contact the nurse if you haven't received one that you are expecting.

June 7, 20204 - LAST DAY to pick up student medications/supplies

Please watch you e-mail for reminders. All orders must be renewed each school year.

School nurse contacts:

Nurse Collins: drcollins@smcps.org

Nurse Cromwell: recromwell@smcps.org

Free Tutoring is available to LHS students from LHS teachers in the areas of MATH, ELA, SCIENCE, and SPANISH. There is tutoring available on site before school, during lunch, and after school. There is also virtual tutoring available. Contact your child’s teacher, guidance counselor, or Theresa Smith at tmsmith@smcps.org for information.

Attention Rising Juniors and Seniors - Parking Information For Next Year

LHS Juniors and Seniors with a valid driver’s license (not a learner’s permit) can apply for on-campus parking. The application form for a 2024-2025 parking pass will be emailed to students during the first week of July. Please note that the form contains detailed information, including additional requirements for a valid application. Be sure to read all the information before submitting.

Students with outstanding parking tickets will not be considered for a parking pass next year. All parking fees must be paid before July 1. Current seniors must pay all parking fees to receive graduation tickets. Students can do so in person at the school bank or using My School Bucks. Please contact Ms. Mushrush with questions about payment.

As required by the Blueprint for Maryland, beginning next school year (2024-2025), blueprint funding will support costs for those students who are designated as College and Career Ready (CCR) or are economically disadvantaged (e.g., students receiving Free or Reduced Meals [FARMs]). This includes costs incurred for college courses taken on campus or online, Advanced Placement (AP) tests, or Career and Technical Education (CTE) certifications.

The newly adopted CCR Standard is determined at the end of the 10th-grade year. The following opportunities are included as part of the Blueprint under the College and Career Readiness pillar. Therefore, SMCPS supports student participation in pathways based on their CCR designation, with the following stipulations and supports:

Dual Enrollment:

• SMCPS will pay for up to 4 approved Dual courses per year for any 11th and 12th graders who meet the CCR criteria or for any FARMS student.

• SMCPS will not pay for any repeat courses, summer courses, or winter Dual courses regardless of status.

• Dual courses on the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) campus are weighted. Those dual courses in our school houses follow the directive for those courses in the Program of Studies (POS).

AP and Industry Certifications:

• SMCPS will pay for AP exams and CTE certifications for those 11th and 12th graders who meet the CCR criteria or for any FARMS student enrolled in the corresponding AP/CTE courses that school year and taking the exams for the first time.

• Students must sign up for the exams prior to the exams in the registration windows that will be established.

PSAT and SAT:

• All 10th graders will take the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT). All PSAT exams are paid for by SMCPS.

• The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) will only be given to those students who sign up for the exam prior to the exam in the registration window that will be established. Those students who sign up will have their SAT exam paid for by SMCPS.

If you have any questions, please contact your school counselor.

With the end of the year fast approaching, it is a good time to look around for your books, technology and other resources.

What happens if I lose my charger? Do I have to return my workbook (consumable)? How can I pay for a lost textbook? This below link will give you all the answers, but feel free to also email Mrs. Hager bahager@smcps.org with any specific questions.

Here is an overview to help.

SMAC recognized LHS Coach Shawn Snyder with the the Richard O'Donnell Lifetime Achievement Award. Mr. Snyder was presented the award by Taylor Superior. He was honored for his contributions to SMCPS Athletics and SMAC. Congratulations and thank you for your dedication and service.

Students in the Academy of Global International Studies completed their AP Capstone program which includes two courses - AP Seminar and AP research. On May 22, together with their families, peers and community members, they celebrated their accomplishments by showcasing their research during a symposium.

On May 24, LHS R.O.S.E Players presented student directed One-Acts.

Our Place

By Terry Gabbard

Directed By Hannah Gravelle

Check Please

By Jonathan Rand

Directed By Zoe Martin

4 A.M.

By Jonathan Dorf

Directed By Amy Degner

The Philadelphia

By David Ives

Directed By Fletcher Sullivan

LHS won the County cup for the second year in a row! The County Cup is distributed to the SMCPS school with the most regular season wins for the entire school year. Every LHS team finished with a winning record this year!

SEASONAL TRYOUT INFORMATION (linked)

School Year 2024-2025​

• Anyone wishing to compete for a place on a team is expected to be at all tryouts.

• First Day of Fall Sports Tryouts - August 14, 2024

• First Day of Winter Sports Tryouts - November 15, 2024

• First Day of Spring Sports Tryouts - March 1, 2025

FamilyID

• All interested athletes are expected to be present from day one and have all required documentation fully completed if they wish to compete for a place on the team. For online registration go to www.familyid.com and use "Find a program" to select your high school. Failure to submit all required electronic data entry/forms/cards by the deadline set by the high school will necessitate the exclusion of the student.

Preparticipation Physical Evaluation

• Sports physicals are valid for 12 months. It is recommended you attain your sports physical during the months of June or July annually.

• History Form - To be filled out prior to examination by the patient or parent/guardian and provided to the Physician.

• Physical Examination Form - To be completed by the Physician and kept in their office in the patient’s medical file.

• Medical Eligibility Form - This is the ONLY form that should be submitted to the school.

Corollary Sports Program

• The Corollary Sports program is offered as an alternative program to the mainstream high school athletics program, with team rosters composed of both students with or without disabilities. For more information please visit the Corollary Sports Page.

• Fall Season - Cycling

• Winter Season - Bowling

• Spring Season - Bocce

Assistance and Contacts

Please contact your child’s school or the appropriate individual on this list if you have questions or concerns.

MTSS stands for Multi-tiered Systems of Support which promotes school improvement through engaging, research based academic and behavioral strategies/practices. LHS is a Tier I and II school. We are focused on positive behavior and community engagement. Our acronym to teach and exhibit positive behaviors is STRONG.

Please fill out the parent survey below help us improve MTSS at LHS. Make sure to include your child's name and ID # so they can receive STRONG Bucks.

HAC report card screen (viewing access for seniors)

• Opens Friday, May 24th at 5pm
• Closes Sunday, June 2nd
• This timeframe allows seniors and families to view/print grades and/or transcripts.
• After the window closes, seniors will marked as "graduates" and will lose access.

SENIORS: The library will be scheduling with your teachers for returning items. All resources are due back by the 10th unless you are still using them (ie laptops, novels, textbooks). Feel free to return anything to the library if you don’t need it.

Counselors are continuing to work on scheduling. Please do not worry if your student missed their initial meeting. Counselors will be sending passes and meeting with students throughout April.

Seniors please be diligent, check your grades and make sure all of your work is turned in . We are in the home stretch to graduation.

Dual Enrollment Courses will now be offered in our building next year. If you plan to take any dual enrollment in the LHS building please complete a course request change form along with teacher signature. All other courses that were previously offered for Dual Enrollment will continue to be offered.

If you would like a parent teacher conference with one teacher please contact the teacher directly through email to arrange. If you require all teachers for a conference please contact your students counselor.

Attention parents: Want to view your students course requests for the upcoming year please follow the directions below.

Accessing Course Requests from Home Access Center

1. Once on the STUDENTS & FAMILIES tab of the St. Mary’s County Public

Schools website, click the Home Access Center (HAC) link listed under

GENERAL RESOURCES.

2. Click on the blue Home Access Center button OR scroll down to click “Sign In”

under the HAC Login block.

3. You may also download the HAC Mobile App - “eSchool PLUS Family”. The

HAC Manual and Mobile App User Guide link is on the right-hand side of the

page if you need assistance with either of those methods. The directions in this

document are for the web-based version only.

4. Enter your account User Name and Password.

5. If you have not logged in recently and cannot remember your User Name or

Password, click the “Forgot My User Name or Password” link.

6. When you click the link, an email including a link to reset your password will be

sent to the email address you provided to the school district. You will be

prompted to answer your challenge questions when you click the link in the

email. If you need further assistance, please contact your student’s school.

7. Once logged on to Home Access Center, click the Classes icon.

8. Click the Schedule tab to view the course year’s schedule and next year’s course

requests.

Make sure to know your counselor!

• Hensel: A-Da - jahensel@smcps.org

• Wolcott: De-Ha & GIS - rrwolcott@smcps.org

• Neitz: He-Mc - lkneitz@smcps.org

• Guidry: Me-Se- lcguidry@smcps.org

• Sawyer: Sh-Z -- wnsawyer@smcps.org

Students should go to their scheduled classes each period, each day they are at school. If a student is not feeling well, they should report to the nurse’s office. If a student needs to see their school counselor or administrator, they should request a pass from their teacher and go directly to the office.

• Evening Counseling: SMCPS is once again offering School-Based Counseling Support in the evening for SMCPS students. Counseling support focuses on the following areas: Healthy Relationships, Social Skills, Self-Esteem, Stress Management, Worry, Sadness, and Emotional Regulation. Services will be located at Margaret Brent Middle School and Greenview Knolls Elementary School on Tuesday evenings from 4-7:30 p.m. Please complete the Parent Contact Form for Evening Counseling to request services.

Freshman Mentors! It’s already time to start planning for next year! Do you think you have what it takes to inspire, encourage and propel our newest Raiders next year? Fill out this application for a chance to make a difference as a freshman mentor for the 2024-2025 school year.

Click Here to Apply! Applications are Due June 1st!

• Summer Sports Academies: SMCPS and SMC R&P have partnered to offer the new Summer Sports Academies. Campers will be instructed by area high school coaches. Camps are held Monday -Thursday. Click below for more information. Registration begins March 1st. Don't miss this opportunity.

• https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/recreate/camps

• https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/docs/thescoop.pdf

Due to safety concerns and the demands on the main office, we do not accept food deliveries of any kind. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

The 2023-2024 Spring Athletic Season is underway and we just want to remind everyone of the SMAC athletic policies in place.

1. All tickets are on-line through GoFan . NO Cash sales. Free admission for children 8 and under.
2. NO outside food or drinks allowed including water bottles.
3. NO bags or purses allowed. Only small handheld purses allowed.
4. Our concessions will accept cash and cards during most events.
5. Lastly, be mindful of comments as fans of the game and spectators to the student athletes.

Need help finding out where to go for lunch? Click the button above to see open classrooms and club offerings for each day of the week.

Click here for the one-lunch information presentation that was present to all 9th graders last week. You can find club information and much for!

Use this document to plan where you will go for lunch each day!

Parents who are dropping students off at school in the morning should use the parking lot lane closest to the building. Please do not park in in a space and wait to drop your student off. Unfortunately, parking is very limited for both students and staff. Utilizing extra parking spaces for this purpose can create an issue where there is nowhere for staff or student drivers to park. Additionally, please do not drive down the middle parking lot lane in order to drop a student at school. We appreciate your help!

Students, please make sure your laptop is charged each day. Bring your charger to school in case your battery runs out.

Need to purchase a laptop charger?

You can do one of two things:

1. Go the the Media Center in your School. They can assess you a fine so that you can pay using My School Bucks.
2. Go directly to the DELL store. You can purchase directly from their website and have it shipped to your home.

Ensure one of these links are being used:

www.dell.com/mpp/smcps (click Shop Recommended Solutions to get to the discounted power cords)

www.dell.com/mpp/smcps-chargers (leads directly to the purchasing portal)

More helpful links for technology can be found at the bottom of the newsletter!

Spirit items are available on MySchoolBucks. Please make sure that your student is added into your profile and click on the School Store link. You will want to Browse all Items.

Items can be purchased and then picked up in the School Bank or during Open House. Items will also be available for purchase, in person, during open house.

Check out www.MySchoolBucks.com Go to "My School Store" and hit "Browse".

Learn how to create a MySchoolBucks account: click here.

• Here Comes the bus
• Bus Routes
• Bus Stop change-request form
• Transportation Forms

Bus passes should only be requested when students have a change in physical address or when there is an emergency situation and a student needs to ride a different bus or get off at a different stop. Bus passes will not be granted for students simply wanting to go visit with a friend.

Need to obtain a bus pass?

Visit this site to submit a request electronically, or parents can write a note or send an email to Ms. Revis at btrevis@smcps.org. All relevant information must be included in the written request.

Bus Information includes: Student name, address, parent phone number, existing bus stop to be used, bus #, date, medical concerns, destination address, destination phone # and reason for the pass.

Website: https://schools.smcps.org/lhs/
Location: 23995 Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown, MD 20650, USA
Phone: 301-475-0200
Twitter: @LHS_SMCPS