TMHS Parent Newsletter

Here at Trotwood-Madison High School, our students aspire every day to meet our RAMS Expectations:

• Respectful
• Accountable
• Motivated
• Self-Controlled

Our building PBIS program (Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports) is designed to promote those positive qualities in our students. Teachers acknowledge students' positive behaviors by awarding PBIS Rewards points, which in turn help students earn a variety of incentives from snacks, to in school assemblies and activities, to field trips. A progressive discipline system is also in place to address the instances when student behavior does not meet our RAMS Expectations.

Here are some examples of our RAMS Expectations in action:

• Respectful - Positive interactions with both staff and other students
• Accountable - Attending all classes, arriving on time, and being prepared every day
• Motivated - Staying engaged in class activities and putting forth consistent effort
• Self-Controlled - Responding in a calm, positive manner in emotional situations

The following documents contain important information for all TMHS families:

• TMHS Drop-Off / Pick-Up Procedures, 2024-25
• TMHS Bullying and Conflict Plan, 2024-25
• TMHS Cell Phone, iPad, and Tablet Policy, 2024-25
• TMHS Vaping Policy, 2024-25

Please make note of the upcoming important dates for events and activities at TMHS:

• Monday, Feb. 10th - Parent / Teacher Conferences from 3:30-7:00 PM
• Wednesday, Feb. 12th - Parent / Teacher Conferences from 3:30-7:00 PM
• Friday, Feb. 14th - Comp Day for Parent / Teacher Conferences, no school for staff or students
• Monday, Feb. 17th - Presidents Day, no school for staff or students
• Friday, Feb. 21st - FAFSA Friday with the TMHS Counseling Department
• Friday, Feb. 21st - TMHS Choir: International Championship of High School A Capella @ Hilliard Bradley High School
• Tuesday, Feb. 25th - CTE Teaching Professions: Central State University field trip
• Tuesday, Feb. 25th - TMHS Black History Program (time TBA)
• Wednesday, Feb. 26th - TMHS Black History Program (time TBA)

In the October Parent Newsletter, there was an in depth look at our chronic absenteeism problems here at TMHS and the potential negative effects that can have on a student's education. We are again asking that you partner with us in fixing our chronic absenteeism problem. Here are some specific things you can do to help:

• Make sure your student is on time every day by dropping them off by 7:50 AM. This will ensure your student has time to enter the building and get to 1st period before 8:00 AM.
• Avoid early dismissals unless absolutely necessary. This will ensure your student maximizes their learning time every day. If possible, schedule appointments before or after school.
• Take advantage of our transportation services. Our Transportation Department works tirelessly to ensure that all our students arrive to school safely and on time every morning.

We fully understand that sometimes a student missing school is unavoidable. All we ask is that you make a conscious effort to reduce the amount of time your student misses from school in any of the ways mentioned here. Remember: EVERY minute matters!

Our 2nd semester Parent / Teacher Conferences will be held Monday, February 10th and Wednesday, February 12th from 3:30-7:00 PM both evenings. Please take the opportunity to come and meet with your child's teachers to discuss their grades and progress. Our counselors will be on hand to answer questions as well. Don't miss this great opportunity, we look forward to seeing you!

There are a couple of very important pieces of information to share from the TMHS Counseling Department! Please make note of the following information:

• FAFSA Friday is February 21st from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
• This is a great opportunity for seniors and parents of seniors who need assistance filling out the FAFSA. This process is required for any and all forms of federal student aid.
• Please contact our counseling department to set up an appointment:
• Mrs. Heather Brock (last names A-C): (937) 854-0878 x2010
• Mrs. Rheanna Parrish (last names D-J): (937) 854-0878 x2012
• Mrs. Sharon Jones (last names K-R): (937) 854-0878 x2011
• Mrs. Mya Hague (last names S-Z): (937) 854-0878 x2307

• The Dayton Foundation's ScholarshipCONNECT is now open
• ScholarshipCONNECT is an application system that allows students to apply for over 300 Dayton Foundation scholarship opportunities, most of which are exclusive to students in the Greater Dayton area. Click the attachment below for application instructions!

Three of our TMHS Art students recently had their work accepted into the "Tomorrow's Artist Today" exhibit at the Middletown Art Center! The students whose work was featured were Olivia Christmon (12th grade), Trinity Colbert (12th Grade), and Amina Smith (12th Grade). Amina's piece was selected as an "Honorable Mention" as part of the judging. The exhibit will be on display through February 20th. Congratulations to our awesome artists! Great job!

On Thursday, January 30, 2025, students from the TMHS Business Classes, under the guidance of Mrs. Adrienne Robinson, attended the District 4 DECA Regional Competition in Beavercreek, Ohio. The competition featured teams from Beavercreek, Kettering, Centerville, Edgewood, Northmont and many others. There were over 300 competitors in attendance.

This was the 1st year that students from Trotwood-Madison High School competed. Our students placed in two categories; Food Marketing Services and Business Finance Series.

Some of our students will go directly to the DECA State Competition, March 11 – 12, 2025 to make their presentation for a Start-up Business Plan. Overall, our students did a fantastic job and represented the District well. Congratulations to Mrs. Robinson and her students!