High School Happenings
September 3, 2019
News & Information:
Back to School Nights: There will be two nights to allow for easier parking and movement through the building. This year’s dates will be on September 10th, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. for parents/guardians of 9th and 10th graders, and September 18th, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. for parents/guardians of 11th and 12th graders. Please know that if you are unable to make the night designated for your grade level, you are welcome to come on the other night. All teachers will be available both nights. We look forward to providing parents with the opportunity to meet the teachers and hear what will be taught in the classes your child is taking. Please see the “Back-to School” letter and schedule on our High School Website.
Home and School Association: The Home & School Association is gearing up for another year of providing extra support for our students, parents, and staff. Please reference the summer mailing that includes information about signing up for Konstella to receive the Warrior News program announcements, dates of upcoming meetings, and information on how to provide needed support through the No Frills Fundraiser. Further information is on the school website under the Home & School tab on the right. The first Home and School Meeting of the year will be on 9/12 at 6:00 PM in the MHS Library. Any problems or questions, please email the Home & School Board at: MHS_HS@methacton.org
Post Prom: Due to scheduling conflicts with Back to School nights, there will not be a September meeting. The first meeting of the year will take place on October 8th at 7:00 pm in the MHS library.
Publicity Refusal: If you do not want photos, videotape footage or interviews featuring your child, please return this form to high school office by Friday, September 27, 2019. The form is available on the High School website.
Military Letter: For parents of Juniors and Seniors, if you wish to have your student’s contact information excluded from all lists provided to the United States military services, the form located on the High School website must be returned to the Counseling Office by September 13.
Pennsylvania Children’s Health Insurance Program: Flyer can be found on the High School Website.
Theater and Dance Program Information Meeting: On September 4th at 7:00 p.m. there will be an informational meeting for parents who have students interested in participating in our theatre and dance program. Meeting will be held in the theatre. Auditions, rehearsals, and volunteer opportunities will be among points discussed. Please see the flyer for additional details
Freshman Class Officer Elections – please see the high school web page for important details, dates and deadlines.
Athletics: Visit our athletic website for ongoing updates and information.
Handbook Corner-The Student/Parent Handbook, available on the MHS website, is the best source for all information about the daily operations of MHS.
o Medications All parents who have children that require medication to be dispensed at school must adhere to this policy. As stated in the policy: “Dispensing of any medication will require a note from the parent and the physician prescribing or authorizing the medication. This includes over the counter preparations.” Homeopathic preparations will be considered medications. All medications must be sent to school in their original containers and renewed each school year. (Handbook Page 10)
Methacton High School
High School Happenings September 3, 2019
MHS Administration
Dr. Jason Sorgini, Principal jsorgini@methacton.org
Mr. John Smink, 9th Grade House Principal jsmink@methacton.org
Dr. Paul Spiewak, 10th Grade House Principal pspiewak@methacton.org
Mr. Dan Bontempo 11th Grade House Principal dbontempo@methacton.org
Dr. Karey Kochenour 12th Grade House Principal kkochenour@methacton.org
Dr. Jamie Gravinese, Supervisor of HS Special Education jgravinese@methacton.org
Email: rasher@methacton.org
Website: www.methacton.org
Location: 1005 Kriebel Mill Road, Eagleville, PA, USA
Phone: 610-489-5000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MethactonSchoolDistrict/
Twitter: @Methacton