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Greetings Students and Families!
We're now in the final stretch of the school year! The fourth quarter began on March 31, 2025, and third-quarter report cards will be available in ParentVue/StudentVue on Monday, April 7, 2025. Time is flying! As I remind you each week, students, stay focused and ensure your assignments are submitted on time. Paying attention to the "small things that mean a lot" will help you produce quality work. Effective time management is key to meeting deadlines, and staying focused will set you up for a strong finish to the school year. If you need tutoring assistance, please check out the flyer below and complete the interest form.
We're continuing to see an increase in student absences due to illness. While we appreciate your efforts in keeping your child home to prevent the spread of germs, please remember that you have five school days to submit a parent or medical note to the Attendance Office upon their return. For student-athletes, a medical note is highly recommended to avoid any impact on participation.
Additionally, our Administration team continues to implement Hall Sweeps. Once the tardy bell rings, any student found in the hallway without a pass will receive a Saturday School Detention. Saturday School is held on select Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Failure to attend may result in In-School Intervention (ISI) or Suspension. Students, it's essential to manage your time wisely between classes—you have four minutes to transition before being marked tardy. If you're delayed leaving class, be sure to get a pass from your teacher before heading to your next class.
Let’s finish the school year strong! 🚀
A few reminders:
Our school day begins at 7:30 a.m. Please ensure you arrive at school and to each class on time.
Due to school closures earlier this month the last day of school for students, for the 2024-25 school year, is Friday, June 13. Early Dismissal days have been changed to June 11th, 12th, and 13th.
Backpack Policy: Wearing or bringing backpacks or large bags into classrooms is NOT permitted. Students must utilize their lockers. If your student encounters any locker issues, please ask them to use the QR code available in various locations throughout the building and in the Main Office. We encourage all students to continue demonstrating your Cougar Pride by being Prepared, Respectful, Involved, Diligent, and Eco-Friendly.
Select CTE applications reopen for limited time
Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathway applications for the Maryland Fire & Rescue Institute, Automotive Technology, CASE: Natural Resources, Collision Repair, Dance, Theatre, and Interactive Media are open until 5 p.m., Friday, April 11, for current CCPS students to fill limited spots in each class cohort.
To learn more and find application links, visit the CTE webpage
College and Career Interest Survey
Class of 2026, Click on the link below and complete the information within the survey for Ms. Morton, College and Career Advisor. The information will give Ms. Morton a better understanding of your interest and future plans. This information can be updated later with Mrs. Morton, but please click the link to get things rolling.
GRADUATION for TSHS' CLASS of 2025 will be Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 1:00p.m. Graduation will be at Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf. Students must be dropped off St. Charles High School's Gymnasium by 11:30a.m. Students will be bussed over to the graduation ceremony, in the order of procession. The gates to Regency Furniture Stadium will open at 12:30p.m for ticket holders. Look for more information to come from Mr. Werkheiser, Senior AP, or right here in the TSHS Newsletter.
All seniors/junior jumpers/and early grads will receive a Senior Clearance Form in May. This is to clear your student of any money or resources that belong to the school prior to graduation. If you know that your student owes a debt, now is the time to pay them. Students may owe for lost school or library books, damaged or lost laptops, and sports equipment that belongs to the school. If you have any questions regarding a debt, please contact Ms. Aubre Bitzer at abitzer@ccboe.com. Debts can be paid in the main office by cash, check, or money orders.
Dear Senior Parents and Students,
We are still collecting final payments for the Senior Class Trip to Kings Dominion, on Friday, May 16, 2025. !
Remaining Payment Breakdown
- If you paid a $50 deposit: $70 balance remaining
- If you paid a $100 deposit: $20 balance remaining
Accepted Payment Methods:
- Cash, check, or money order (payable to Thomas Stone High School)
- Payments should be turned into Ms. Rabb in Room 812 or parents can stop by the main office between the hours of 8am-1:30pm.
If you have any questions or need further clarification, please feel free to reach out to Ms. Rabb at mrabb@ccboe.com. Let’s make this a memorable senior experience.
If you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to Ms. Rabb at mrabb@ccboe.com.
If you have not paid your Senior Dues, please do so AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Senior dues are $150. We extended the due date to April 9,2025, but still have students that need to turn in their payment. This payment is needed if you/ your child desires to participate in the graduation ceremony. Emails have been sent out by Mr. Werkheiser to those families that still need to submit their payment. You can submit your payment by cash, check, or money order to Mrs. Lee or Mrs. Gowin in the main office. This can be done between the hours of 8am – 1:30pm. Money orders and checks are to be made out to Thomas Stone High School, with the student’s name in the memo line. You can also pay online, with a debit or credit card by clicking on the link provided. Thomas Stone High School Senior Dues
The breakdown is as follows:
Senior T-Shirt $10.00
Senior Bag $5.00
Senior Picnic $20.00
Yard Sign $10.00
Caps/Gowns/Stoles $60.00
Awards $25.00
Stage Decorations $5.00
Graduation Programs $15.00
Total $150.00
*Senior dues cannot be discounted, however if needed, they may be paid in smaller payments until the balance is paid off in full, if needed.
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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 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a free form that allows students to apply for federal financial aid for college or career school: grants, work-study, and loans.
The FAFSA for 2025-26 must be received no later than June 30, 2026. IF YOU ARE ATTENDING A MARYLAND COLLEGE THE DEADLINE WAS MARCH 1ST. Seniors and your parents/guardians will need to create a FSAID's before completing the FAFSA. Go to -https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch to start the process.
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/
The next SAT is scheduled for May 3, 2025. Registration Deadline is April 18, 2025. Late Registration Deadline - April 22, 2025
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 next ACT examination date is June 14, 2025. Registration Deadline is May 9, 2025 - Late Registration Deadline - May 27, 2025
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! 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
Global Impact Wellness Group is offering a Youth Financial Literacy and Drug Prevention Program for students ages 12-19 via zoom for one hour each Monday and Thursday. You must be a Medicaid recipient and Maryland resident to participate.
A weekly stipend of $25 will be provided.
Click the link below to sign-up.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZmm3q1mGO99f7BfzQs8m6auPozB4yZQB8Odfm-wdK6FJuWg/viewform
Please see attached flyer for additional information.
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.
Please note that CCPS 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 is in the building, they may stop by Mr. Richardson's office, located in the Media Center for assistance.
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.
April 7 - Report Cards posted
April 8 - Board Meeting 1pm, Public Forum 6pm
April 10 - Hispanic Parent Advocacy Night (in Spanish)
April 12 - Passover
April 14-17 - Spring Break (Schools Closed)
April 18 - Good Friday (Schools and Offices Closed)
April 20 - Easter
April 21 - Easter Monday (Schools and Offices Closed)
April 22 - Earth Day
April 23 - Administrative Professionals Day
April 23 - PTSO Meeting, 6:00p (TSHS Media Center)
April 25 - Arbor Day
April 26 - PTSO Community Yard Sale, TSHS
April 29 - "Your Going to be a Senior" Night
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.
If you would like to get TEXT ALERTS from CCPS and receive top notch information as soon as it is released (delays, cancellations, etc.), 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.
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:
Thomas Stone High School
Website: https://stone.ccboe.com/
Location: 3785 Leonardtown Road, Waldorf, MD, USA
Phone: (301)753-1756
Twitter: @CougarsTSHS