The Titan Weekly

Greetings,

Happy three-day weekend to you all! As a reminder, schools are closed tomorrow so that teachers can engage in professional learning.

Next week marks the end of term one. (How is that possible!? Time flies when you are having fun!) As a result, we have another four-day week with schools closed on Friday so that teachers can work on grades and planning for the start of term two.

As a reminder, attendance and timeliness to school are important. Please help ensure that students are arriving to school on time and ready to learn by 7:30 AM. Allow a little extra time in the morning to account for traffic. We appreciate your assistance in maximizing instructional time!

Have a lovely weekend!

Lisa Smith

Principal

Congratulations to Mr. Jared Warrenfeltz, the September Staff Member of the Month!

Picture Make up Days for underclassman will be on November 13th. Go to legacyfindmycode.com to find your QR code. Senior picture make ups will be November 8th, 9th and 27th. Go to seniors.legacystudios.com to schedule your session.

FCPL is hosting a College, Trade, and Scholarship Information Fair in the community room at C. Burr Artz Public Library on Sunday, October 22, 2:00 - 4:00 PM.

Join representatives from colleges, universities, trade schools, and scholarship organizations to have your questions answered!

For any additional questions or information, please reach out to the Career Coach, Ms. Sellman in room A-115, or for parents, ashley.sellman@fcps.org

Sign up using this link.

• Wednesday, November 1st: Senior Meeting during 2nd block
• Wednesday, May 22nd: Graduation at 1:30 PM at the PNC Complex at the Knott Arena on the Campus of Mount St. Mary's University

View the senior website for all the details.

Senior Shirts are ready to order!!

The deadline to order online is Friday, October 20th.

The cost is $20.

9th Grade student meetings with Counselors

Beginning the week of October 23rd – students will be able to schedule a meeting with their School to review graduation requirements and programs available to meet graduation and career pathways.

Students – use these links to schedule a meeting with your Counselor:

Moore (A – Ce): https://calendly.com/ths-danielle-moore/freshman-conferences

Gill (Ch – Ha): https://calendly.com/william-gill-1/freshman-confrence

Goto (He – Mc): https://calendly.com/carla-goto/freshman-conference-1

Cooper (Me – R): https://calendly.com/diane-cooper/grade-level-meeting

Harrison (S – Z): https://calendly.com/joshua-harrison-2/freshman-conference

Ingram (ML students): https://calendly.com/amanda-ingram/freshman-meeting

Thank you to those families who were able to attend our informational meeting on Tuesday, October 10th. If you were not able to attend, the link to the presentation is here.

· Students in grades 9 and 10 are able to sign up to Shadow CTC programs.

· Students can shadow 1 or 2 programs, but will only visit one program per visit

· Students must complete the ONLINE SHADOW REQUEST form on the CTC website.

· Shadow dates will run from November 2, 2023 – February 29, 2024

· Most students will shadow in the afternoon (transportation will be provided)

· Students MUST complete a shadow experience prior to completing an application

· Program information

FCPS Career and Technology Center (CTC)
OPEN HOUSE
Thursday, October 26th
6:00 - 8:00 PM

24 Career Programs for
FCPS Students in 10th-12th Grades
Many Offer College Credits, Dual Enrollment, Industry Certification/Licenses
Enjoy Fun Hands-On Activities for All Ages
Learn about Potential Careers
Students: Find out How to Jump Start Your Future at CTC!

7922 Opossumtown Pike

Frederick, MD 21702

240-236-8500

https://edu.fcps.org/ctc/

In order to apply to CTC, students must first shadow their program(s) of choice. Shadowing experiences will begin on November7th and run through February 29th. The link to schedule a Shadow experience will be available soon!

At HOBY, high school sophomores build their leadership potential through an inspiring Leadership Seminar based on three leadership perspectives: Personal, Group, and Societal. This year, the Leadership Conference will take place June 6-9, 2024 at Towson University.

Only 2 sophomore students will be selected to be the Tuscarora High School HOBY representatives. Are you interested in applying?

Application

Submit a resume outlining the following:

Name

Leadership experiences and positions (High School and/or Community)

Extracurricular Activities

Career Interest

Submit a typed essay (No more than 100 words) answering the following prompt:

“Describe the most challenging and rewarding aspect of being a leader in your school and your community.”

All applications must be submitted to Mrs. Goto at Carla.goto@fcps.org no later than the end of the school day Monday, November 13, 2023. No applications will be accepted after this date. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Every year, the Carson Scholars Fund selects students to receive a $1,000 college scholarship, along with an Olympic-sized medal to celebrate their accomplishments. Only one student from each school is able to be nominated (grades 9-11).

Carson Scholars must have a minimum GPA of 3.75 for the current school year and are involved in community service activities.

If you would like to be considered, please return the application to Mrs. Goto in Student Services by Monday, December 4, 2023.

You will also find the application in Naviance, under “Colleges” and then “Scholarships.”

Mount St. Mary's University: Monday, October 23rd - 9:15 AM

Washington College: Tuesday, October 24th - 1:15 PM

The Catholic University of America: Thursday, October 26th - 9:15 AM
University of Maryland - College Park: Monday, October 30th - 9:15 AM
Salisbury University: Tuesday, October 31st - 1:15 PM

York College of PA: Thursday, November 2nd - 9:15 AM
Neumann University: Friday, November 3rd - 1:15 PM

Students – check Naviance for more information and to register for these visits.

Ms. Moore (A – Ce)

Mr. Gill (Ch – Ha)

Ms. Goto (He – Mc)

Ms. Cooper (Me – R)

Mr. Harrison (S – Z)

Ms. Ingram (EL)

Ms. Honaker (Behavior Support)

Ms. Gomez (Community Liaison)

Mr. Jackson (Registrar)

All FCPS athletic events are using the GoFan platform to purchase online tickets. Please see the link for more information.

Often, you may have heard the term “side-out” chanted during a volleyball game. “Side-out” is about regaining control. In volleyball, it’s about regaining control and making a point; with The Side-Out Foundation, it is about helping breast cancer patients regain control of their lives. On October 26th, 2023, Titans Volleyball will be hosting a Dig Pink volleyball game to help raise awareness and funds for The Side-Out Foundation.

YOU CAN HELP

You can help in a variety of ways!

• Donate a raffle item (examples could include a themed basket, gift cards, sports tickets etc)
• Donate directly to the Titans Dig Pink Campaign
• Share and follow our FB Event
• Check out and share updates on Instagram via Tuscarora Volleyball
• Attend the game and WEAR PINK or Dig Pink gear!
• Volunteer to help with the raffle table or selling tickets the night of the event or with the serve game

KEY DATES

• 10/23/23- All raffle items due
• 10/26/2023- Titans 4 Tomorrow Dig-Pink Event (doors open at 5 PM)

Do you own a local business or know someone who does? Boost your brand and support THS Athletics for a WIN-WIN.

Lisa Smith - Principal

Kevin Hall - Asst Principal

Jason Lininger - Asst Principal

Roger Rich - Asst Principal

Kristin Sheehy - Asst Principal

Tanisha Smith - Asst Principal

John Milliman - Special Programs

Chris O'Connor - Athletics & Facilities

5312 Ballenger Creek Pike
Frederick, MD 21703

240-236-6400 - Phone

240-236-6401 - Facsimile

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