Weekly Update

St. Mary’s County Public Schools is providing a summer school recovery program during the summer of 2024. The purpose of this program is to provide students the ability to recover high school course credit required for graduation. The grade earned will replace the F and count towards their overall GPA and extracurricular eligibility. Transcripts will always reflect prior course attempts and grades. Students may recover the entire course, or Marking Period 4 only, using Edgenuity. Please complete this form to sign up for the HS summer recovery program for your student.

MP4 Recovery: Edgenuity Marking Period 4 recovery provides an opportunity for students to recover their 4th marking period grade that is self-paced and asynchronous. Students must complete the designated Edgenuity recovery course with a minimum relative grade of 60% to receive a replacement grade of 60% for the failed quarter.

Full Course Recovery: Edgenuity full course recovery provides the opportunity for students to recover a course credit that is self-paced and asynchronous. Students work through modules and complete assignments online. Students can earn a full grade recovery. Please note that it is a full course (MP1-4)

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Start and Finish Dates: Students may enroll in MP4 quarter recovery (or full course recovery) starting on Monday, June 10, 2024. Students must finish by Friday, July 26 at 4PM. They will not be permitted to continue working on MP4 quarter recovery after July 26.

If you have questions about which courses you should be recovering, please contact your grade level administrator or your guidance counselor.

Administrators:

9th Grade: Ms. Bridges (kjbridges@smcps.org)

10th Grade: Mrs. Morris (smmorris@smcps.org)

11th Grade: Mrs. Kiehlmeier (klkiehlmeier@smcps.org)

12th Grade: Mr. Readyhough (ecreadyhough@smcps.org)

Counselors (by student last name):

A-Da: Mrs. Hensel (jahensel@smcps.org)

De-Ha/GIS: Mr. Wolcott (rrwolcott@smcps.org)

He-Mc: Mrs. Neitz (lkneitz@smcps.org)

Me-Se: Mrs. Guidry (lcguidry@smcps.org)

Sh-Z: Mr. Sawyer (wnsawyer@smcps.org)

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.

"Are you taking an Honors, PreAP or AP class in the upcoming school year? If so, make sure you check the school website for your class' summer enrichment assignments. These activities will help you get a jump start on your course, reducing the stress of starting a new challenging class in the Fall. Contact your current or future teachers for more information or if you have any questions."

• In partnership with the College of Southern Maryland and the NAACP, we are asking high school students to complete this brief survey regarding Driver’s Education. Thank you for your input.

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

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.

Working with our community partners at the College of Southern Maryland, St. Mary's County Public Schools is gathering information about student interest, availability, and affordability of Driver's Education programs in St. Mary's County. Please take a moment to provide your input and response to help our partners plan for programming. Please complete this brief survey regarding Driver’s Education.

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.

Latin Club celebrated its end-of-year festival for Hercules and Carna, which involves clearing out things that you’re done with. Latin Club members threw things they want to dispose of into the “fire” (paper flames on the trashcan!) to finish out their school year. This included disposing of the remnants of our October Horse “sacrifice” (a dinosaur pinata) that was kept for just this occasion.

• 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.

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