Welcome, students and families! Second quarter Interims will be available on ParentVue and StudentVue starting Monday, December 9th. Students, please stay focused and ensure that you submit your assignments by their due dates. Paying attention to the "small things" that carry significance will help you produce quality work. Utilizing your time management skills will assist you in meeting deadlines, while maintaining focus will contribute to a successful school year. For those who may require extra academic support, don't forget to sign up for FEV tutoring through Clever, which offers online one-on-one tutoring available 24/7 for homework assistance.

This is a reminder that administration has started implementing Hall Sweeps. Once the tardy bell rings, any student found in the hallway without a pass will receive a Saturday School Detention. Saturday School takes place on selected Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. If a student is assigned Saturday School and fails to attend, they risk receiving ISI (In-School Intervention) or even Suspension. It’s crucial for students to manage their transition time between classes. You have four minutes between classes before being marked tardy. If you are late leaving your previous class, be sure to get a pass from your teacher before heading to your next class. As a reminder, our school day begins at 7:30 a.m. Please ensure you arrive at school and to each class on time.

Additionally, remember that wearing or bringing backpacks or large bags into classrooms is not permitted. Students must utilize their lockers. If you encounter any locker issues, please use the QR code available in various locations throughout the building. We encourage all students to continue demonstrating your Cougar Pride by being Prepared, Respectful, Involved, Diligent, and Eco-Friendly.

With the winter months here, school delays or cancellations may arise. If you would like to get TEXT ALERTS from CCPS, 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.

Charles County Public Schools,in partnership with CASA, Inc. will come together to provide support in housing, employment, health care, vocational training, legal assistance, and important information about your rights in the state of Maryland for Latino and immigrant families on Thursday, December 12, 2024 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Benjamin Stoddart Middle School. Please see attached flyer for additional information.

This year, with the support of TSHS and our community, the Key Club was able to provide meals for 30+ Thomas Stone families. We had so many donations that we were also able to make a sizable contribution to the Community School food bank. Thank you so much to everyone that made this community service project a success.

to our Senior, Kennady Hawkins! Kennady was selected as one of 24 students in the state to receive a "Maryland’s Emerging Scholars” Award by the Maryland Business Roundtable for Education (MBRT), in partnership with The Daily Record. This prestigious award recognizes the exceptional talents and contributions of Maryland’s high school student leaders. This award celebrates students who excel not only academically but also as community and school leaders. The organization seeks students who have demonstrated a commitment to making a difference through their involvement in MBRT’s college and career-readiness programs.

This past Tuesday, our It’s Academic team came in 4th place in the county competition! We are very proud of these students and all that they have accomplished! Congratulations to our It's Academic team and their sponsors, Mrs. Hatch and Ms. Hopper.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Winter Choir Concert this past Wednesday, December 4th! The evening was filled with beautiful performances of a variety of selections, showcasing the incredible talent and dedication of our students. We can’t wait to see you at our next concert!

Band and Orchestra Winter Concert

December 17th @ TSHS Auditorium

Seating available at 6 pm

Concert from 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Questions regarding Senior Information can be directed to the 12th grade Administrator

Mr. Werkheiser at cwerkheiser@ccboe.com

GRADUATION for TSHS 2025 will be Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 1:00p.m, at Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf. Gates will open at 12:30p.m. Look for more information to come from Mr. Werkheiser, Senior AP, or right here in the TSHS Newsletter.

Senior dues are $150. The deadline to pay senior dues is Friday, January 31, 2024. 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 7:30am – 2:30pm. 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 you are or have a Senior and have not taken your Senior Picture as of yet, please click on the link below to schedule your drape/tux photo session. We will have our LAST SENIOR PICTURE MAKE-UP DAY December 18, 2024 and you MUST have an appointment. You do not have to purchase your Senior Pictures; however, you must sit for Senior Pictures to participate in the Senior Roll Call slide show during Commencement. This sitting will only be for your drape/tux photo. If you choose to have additional Senior photos taken with Lifetouch, you will need to call Lifetouch at 1-800-736-4753 to schedule a sitting, at their location. December 18th is ONLY for your Drape/Tux photo needed for graduation.

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Don’t forget to order your FREE Digital SmileSafe card!

More about the Smilesafe program here.

As we enter the 'Ber months, think about supporting TSHS and staying warm with a furry blanket! The Key Club is selling Thomas Stone super soft and warm fleece throw blankets for $25.

Blanket size is 50 x 60 inches

There are 2 design options. (Please see attached images)

We are thrilled to share that with our shoe donation campaign, we’ve collected 341 pairs of shoes — but we need more!!! 🌟

A huge thank you to everyone who has generously contributed so far. Your support is helping to make a real difference, and we couldn’t do it without you. The journey doesn’t stop here; there are still many more people who will benefit from your kindness. Let’s keep the momentum going and reach even greater heights in the coming weeks!

Together, we’re not just donating shoes — we’re making an impact, one step at a time. Thank you again for being a part of this amazing cause!

· Donate: Please bring in new or gently worn shoes, including sneakers, boots, sandals, kids’ shoes, athletic shoes (including cleats), dress shoes, etc.

· Drop-off Locations: You can drop off your donations in the bin, in the front lobby of TSHS, from November 1st to January 10th.

· Spread the Word: We encourage you to share this initiative with friends, family, and community. The more people involved, the greater our impact!

Every pair of shoes makes a difference. Thank you for your support and generosity!

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!

December 18, 2024 at 6:00 PM in the Media Center of TSHS.

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 opened on December 1, 2024. 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 March 8, 2025. Late Registration Deadline - February 21, 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 upcoming ACT examination date is scheduled for February 8, 2025. Registration Deadline is January 3, 2025 - Late Registration Deadline January 20, 2025

Register for your ACT at www.act.org

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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

Community School is here to assist parent/guardians and students with assistance in completing applications for employment or resources. Please reach out to Mrs. Coles at krcoles@ccboe.com for additional information.

From left to right: Mrs.Jarmon(12th grade), Mrs. Salopek (9th grade), Ms. Ransom (10th grade), Mrs. Prado (11th grade)

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.

Course-specific questions: Direct your concern to the teacher via ParentVUE mail.

Canvas access issues: Direct your concert via email to: canvas@ccboe.com.

Synergy access issues: Contact the school or email ParentVUE@ccboe.com for support.

Note: Parents accounts must be verified by resetting your password. Directions are available here: CCPS Canvas Landing Page: https://www.ccboe.com/canvas.

December 7 - SAT

December 7 - Pearl Harbor Day

December 9 - 2nd Semester Interim Reports Posted

December 10 - Board Meeting 1pm, Public Forum 6pm

December 13 - JROTC Military Ball (North Point HS)

December 14 - ACT

December 18 - TSHS PTSO Meeting, 6pm (TSHS Media Center)

December 18 - Senior Picture Make-up Day (appointment needed)

December 21 - First day of Winter

December 23 - January 1 - Schools/Offices Closed for Winter Break

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.

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:

Administrative Team - Thomas Stone High School (ccboe.com)

Website: https://stone.ccboe.com/
Location: 3785 Leonardtown Road, Waldorf, MD, USA
Phone: (301)753-1756
Twitter: @CougarsTSHS