COUGAR NEWS 2024-2025

9/23 THS Theater - Little Women

9/24 Volleyball @ Klein Cain

9/24 Tennis vs Magnolia

9/25 Homecoming Parade

9/27 Football vs Magnolia

9/27 Volleyball @ Klein Forest

9/27 Tennis @ Klein Cain

9/27 Water Polo vs TMHS

9/28 Homecoming Dance

9/28 Cross Country @ Bear Branch

THS Fishing Team competed at the Lake Limestone Fishing Tournament .

They placed 4th out of 18 Schools

Team placements are as follows:

The team of Hunter Fitzgerald & Matthew Grant Tuley placed 40th with 2 fish with an average length of 4.4 inches

Ms. Bobbitt has agreed to serve as our Hope Squad advisor this year. She has worked tirelessly, in conjunction with Mrs. Bollato, on getting the program started and developing the student leader group who will be trained to help connect their peers to help and resources. We look forward to the great things this group will accomplish.

Thank you, Ms. Bobbitt

Coach McMorris has done an amazing job with our students in his Grad Lab class. While we are only a few weeks into school, we have seen great success from his students. Not only have we noticed a significant increase in course completions, but thanks to Coach McMorris’ classroom leadership, we’ve also noticed a confidence boost in a few of the students.

Thank you Coach, and keep up the good work!

We would like to recognize Mr. Smallwood for everything he does to make THS THE PRIDE OF TEXAS!!

We are excited to invite you to our first Parent University session of the 2024-2025 school year, "ADHD, My Superpower!", on September 30th, from 5:00-6:00 p.m. at Timber Creek Elementary.

In this session, we will explore what ADHD is, focus on its positive aspects, and show how it can truly be a superpower! We'll delve into the biological basis of ADHD and discuss its influence on emotional regulation, executive functioning, and social interactions. Additionally, we'll share practical strategies for supporting students with ADHD at home and in school.

Upcoming Parent University Sessions:

• Empowering Digital Citizenship: Ethical and Responsible Use of Generative AI – October 15th
• Pre-K Parent Engagement: The PK Experience – November 5th

For a full calendar of Parent University sessions, please visit the Tomball ISD Parent University webpage.”

The second level change window is open. While it is too late to make elective schedule changes for your courses for 2024-2025, you can make level changes at this time (ie. moving from AP/DC/TAP to on level). Students have until 3 PM on September 27th to request a level change. After this date, students will have to wait until the end of the semester to request to make a level change. All level changes must have parent approval in email form.

Please be aware that requesting a level change could result in several classes, teachers, and/or lunch changing as well.

To request a LEVEL CHANGE, please fill out this form, or students can scan the QR code at Counselors’ Corner during their lunch.

National Hispanic Heritage Month is from September 15 to October 15 – National Hispanic Heritage Month traditionally honors the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans as we celebrate heritage rooted in all Latin American countries. During this period, the United States recognizes the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. Tomball High School celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month and encourages our Cougars to embrace the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans in the United States.

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• DEADLINE MONDAY! LSC Leadership High School Opportunity for 10th & 11th Grade Students - LSC Leadership High School is an amazing opportunity for high school sophomores and juniors to be selected to represent Tomball High School. Two participants from THS will be selected by Lone Star College to be a part of the 2024-2025 program where students will learn to develop personal leadership skills, explore best leadership practices, and learn how to initiate positive change in their community. The program begins in October and concludes in April. Participants will need to be able to participate in all events. Please visit https://www.lonestar.edu/leadership-highschool.htm for the dates and application website. The deadline to apply is September 23rd. Again, Lone Star College will select and notify two participants from THS. (program flyer in English, program flyer in Spanish)

• Senior Parent Night Presentation
• 2025-2026 FAFSA (for current seniors) is delayed - The FAFSA opening date will be delayed again this year to December 1st. Financial Aid Night information coming soon!
• Coming soon! October 3rd College Fair hosted by LSC Tomball from 6:00-8:00 pm in the LSC Tomball Beckendorf Conference Center- Over 65 colleges & universities will be participating in the fair. Registration information HERE! (click link at top “Students Register Here”)
• Save the date! Tuesday, November 19th - Cougar Block College Fair from 9:00-9:45 am, sign-up required, details will be provided prior to event. Event for students only.
• Save the date! Wednesday, November 20th - College Knowledge Night from 6:00-8:00 pm at the Tomball Event Center

• College Rep Visits to THS - Several on the books! As visits are scheduled, they will be added to the sign-up. Below are the reps scheduled so far. Click here to sign-up
• 10/1 - University of Kansas
• 10/4 - University of Notre Dame
• 10/4 - Suffolk University (2 pm)
• 10/7- New York University
• 10/16 - SCAD (Savannah College of Art & Design)
• 10/17 - Tulsa Welding
• 10/23 - Stephen F Austin State University
• 10/24 - Aveda and University of Colorado Boulder
• 11/1 - Military Academies presentation
• 11/6 - Arclabs Welding
• 11/12 - Lone Star College Pack Preview Day, learn about many of the academic and student activity departments at LSC, Tomball
• 11/21 - Chennault Aviation Academy
• College Application Workshops - Open to seniors to get help with college applications during Cougar Block. Click here to sign-up
• 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

Opportunities for Students with the College & Career Counselor

• College & Career Cougar Block Series - Open to all grade levels, sessions will be held during Cougar Block and cover a variety of topics from post-high school options, college rep panel, financial aid, military options, stress management, and more. Click here to sign-up
• C&C Donut Chat - Before school event once (updated) a month for students to chat with Mrs. Nichols, College & Career Counselor. Sign-up required as space will be limited, donuts will be provided. Dates & sign-up in student’s Schoology!
• 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, October 3rd of Tomball High

Some SPO Senior Events already scheduled:

SENIOR PICNIC: October 9

MR. DEBONAIR COMPETITION: Feb 13

POWDER PUFF FOOTBALL: TBD

PROJECT PROM: April 26

BACCALAUREATE: May 18

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/

Next SPO EVENT Senior Picnic

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Click here to join the SPO/Parent Collab:

- Volunteer at the event

- Make a monetary donation (any leftover will go to the SPO Fund for future events)

- Order from the Amazon Wishlist (items sent directly to Picnic Coordinators)

- Sign up to donate items (drop-off info in each description)

- Read full descriptions for Amazon and donation links

- When signing up, include your student’s name in the comment section for Project Prom point credit

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F45A5AB22A2FF2-51269596-senior?fbclid=IwY2xjawFbtKVleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHZurlqdSZ

The Senior Trash Bag fundraiser is HAPPENING NOW! Order forms are at the front desk.

The purpose of this fundraiser is to raise money for the 2025 Senior Prom. This year’s Prom will be held at The Woodlands Mariott Waterway on April 26, 2025. The Senior Fundraiser is the main source of revenue for this event.

The trash bags being sold are industrial strength, and they are made by Houston PolyBag. Each roll has 50 bags that hold 33 gallons.

• Seniors who sell 16 rolls will receive a free prom ticket.
• Seniors who sell 32 rolls will receive 2 free prom tickets.
• Each roll is $15.00 (if paying by cash or check).
• DUE DATE: September 27, 2024 for all order forms. Mr. Vierkant's office is the only location to turn in these items.
  
• Trash Bags should be delivered to the high school for pick up in November.

It is time to book your senior photo session with CADY!

CADY was on our campus last week and will be back on our campus September 24 and October 16 for a roadshow (a mini version of the studio session).

Below are the sitting fees associated with the event

$59 Formal yearbook pose, Cap & Gown, Two Casual Scenes

$29 Formal yearbook pose, Cap & Gown, One Casual Scenes

$10 Formal yearbook pose, Cap & Gown

You also can take photos at CADY Studios in the Woodlands which is a greater experience.

Go to CADY.com to make a reservation.

WE WANT ALL SENIORS TO BE IN THE YEARBOOK. THE $10 SITTING FEE IS THE ONLY COST INVOLVED TO BE IN THE YEARBOOK. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO PURCHASE PHOTOS FROM CADY IF YOU CHOOSE NOT TO. YOU CAN USE ANY PHOTOGRAPHER YOU WANT FOR PERSONAL PHOTOS.

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.

Feel free to email MarkVierkant@tomballisd.net with any celebrations of our students or any valuable information for the THS Community!

I put together the newsletter, but depend on Parents, Students, Staff and the Community to get stories to me to share.

Please share anything newsworthy for consideration. Photos to go along with the story are appreciated.