Welcome students and families!

We are halfway through the second semester of classes. Interim Reports were posted on February 24, 2025. Your students should know where their grades stand for this quarter, if not they should speak with their teacher or counselor. We are only one quarter away from the end of the school year and days are flying by. Students, paying attention to the "small things that mean a lot" will help you turn in quality work. Using your time management skills will help you in meeting deadlines. Staying focused will help you succeed in finishing out the school year successfully.

We are still seeing an increase of students missing school due to illnesses. As we appreciate you keeping your child home to help stop the spread of germs, this is a reminder that you have (5) school days to turn in a parent or medical note to the Attendance office upon your child returning to school. If your student is a sports participant, a medical note is always advised so it won't interfere with participation. It is recommended that if your student is running a fever, has vomiting, or occurrences of diarrhea, they should be symptom-free for 24 hours, without fever reducing medication, before returning to school. If your student needs to be on an antibiotic, we recommend completing at least 24 hours of medication prior to returning to school as well. Parents, please refer to your child's physician for more recommendations due to illnesses. Again, we thank you in advance for your part in helping prevent the spread of germs and illness within our building.

As always, the Administration team are still 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.

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.

Students currently in Grades 8-11 can apply to attend the CCPS Virtual Academy program for the 2025-2026 school year.

The application window closes at 11:59 p.m., Friday, Feb. 28. That's MIDNIGHT TONIGHT... Late applications will not be accepted.

The program is virtual for students in Grades 9-12 and is managed by staff at the Robert D. Stethem Educational Center. Students who apply must meet minimum criteria to be accepted, and enrollment is not guaranteed. The application is linked here.

Please contact the coordinators Tiffany VanDyke at 301-932-6612 or Brooke Kohlhorst at

301-934-7391 with questions or for more information.

Kennady Hawkins, a senior at Thomas Stone High School, was recently recognized by the Maryland Business Roundtable for Education (MBRT). She was named one of the 24 Emerging Scholars in the state.

Hawkins is the vice president of the W.E.B. DuBois Honor Society, involved in Student Government Association (SGA) and is in the Teacher Academy of Maryland (TAM) program.

She plans to major in education to become an elementary school teacher. She works at Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary School through the CCPS Apprenticeship Maryland Program (AMP) gaining hands-on experience in the classroom.

Congratulations and Great Job Kennady!

Deashia Freeman and Collette Patterson on their induction to the National Technical Honor Society. The induction ceremony was held at the Robert D. Stethem Educational Center on February 26, 2025. National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) is the honor society for Career & Technical Education (CTE). As a national non-profit student organization, NTHS has been recognizing outstanding student achievement in CTE since 1984.

Attention Class of 2025 and Class of 2026

PROM is in the air!! Get ready for an Enchanted Evening Under the Sea!

When: March 21, 2025

Time: 7:00pm - 11:00pm

Where:

Waldorf Jaycees Community Center

3090 Robert S. Crain Hwy

Waldorf, MD 20601

Tickets can be purchased during both lunches in the cafeteria lobby, now thru March 20,2025.

Tickets are $95.00 per person. If you are a Junior or Senior and is wishing to take a guest, please pick up a Guest Application Form in the main office. The form must be completed in its entirety prior to purchasing a second ticket. Limited tickets are available, so grab yours before they’re gone!

For more information, contact Mrs. Matthews in room 807 or via email at tmatthews@ccboe.com. See you at Prom!

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.

Dear Senior Parents and Students,

I am excited to share the final details for our Senior Class Trip to Kings Dominion! Please read this email carefully to ensure you are fully informed.

Updated Trip Cost

Due to a lower-than-expected number of sign-ups, the trip cost has increased by $30, bringing the final total to $180 per student. The initial estimate of $150 was based on 100 students attending, but we currently have only 56 students signed up and this is after the second opportunity was given for students to submit their deposit.

Important Note: If you are a Kings Dominion season pass holder, you cannot use your pass for this trip, as tickets will be purchased as a group.

Trip Details

• Destination: Kings Dominion
• Date: Friday, May 16, 2025
• Total Cost: $180 (including previous deposits)
• The day of the trip, students must check in at 7:30 AM, for a departure of 8:00am. Students are due to return to Thomas Stone HS at 7:45pm.
• Price Includes:
• Park Admission Ticket: $40
• Premium Meal Pass: $41.99
• Includes 1 drink every 15 minutes
• Includes 1 entrée + side or snack every 90 minutes
• Taxes & Fees
• Round-Trip Bus Transportation: 81.39
• Snacks & Water (provided in the morning and on the return trip)

Remaining Payment Breakdown

• If you paid a $50 deposit: $130 balance remaining
• If you paid a $100 deposit: $80 balance remaining

**Final Payment Due Date: **

➡ All payments must be submitted by April 11, 2025.

➡ Remaining Balances can be paid in 1 or 2 payments

Accepted Payment Methods:

• Cash, check, or money order (payable to Thomas Stone High School)
• Payments should be turned into Ms. Rabb in Room 812

If you have any questions or need further clarification, please feel free to reach out. Let’s make this a memorable senior experience!

Best Regards,

Ms. Miesha Rabb, BS

Business Ed. Teacher

mrabb@ccboe.com

Thomas Stone High School

If you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to Ms. Rabb at mrabb@ccboe.com.

Senior Interviews with community members will be held March 3-7, 2025, during the school day. (Virtual and Early College Seniors do not participate in the activity)

Senior dues are $150. The due date to pay senior dues was Friday, January 31, 2024. If you have not paid your Senior Dues, please do so ASAP. 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 needed.

Thomas Stone High School has opened an apparel store for everyone to enjoy. Please click on the link to see all of the amazing items available and support our school by making a purchase.

https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/zDG1qYCXbH

ENJOY 10% OFF

your order!

CODE: F202410OFF

EXPIRES: July 31, 2025

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

More about the Smilesafe program here.

JROTC is selling Snack Time candy, nuts, and popcorn through today, Friday 28, 2025. If you know a cadet in the program who is selling, please support them. If not, please use the program link below.

Please Help My School Online Store

JROTC will be selling "Pizza by the Slice", after school for student athletes, drivers, and walkers, on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Concession. Slices will be $2 each. Payments can be made by cash or credit card. Unfortunately, if you ride the bus, this fundraiser is not for you.

As the 'Ber months are upon us, 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.

Stop by the main office and grab yours today...

Blanket size is 50 x 60 inches

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

Support our Sophomore Class, Class of 2027, by purchasing some Joe Corbis! Please look out for an email in the coming days on how to make a purchase. If you have any questions, reach out to Mrs. Phillips, Class Sponsor, via email at adphillips@ccboe.com.

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!

March 19,2025 at 6:00 PM in the Media Center of TSHS.

Come have fun-filled night with some of TSHS' finest and the PTSO, Saturday, March 8th, for our 2nd Annual Talent Show! Entrance fee is $6.00 per person. Cash accepted at the door.

The scholarship fund holds numerous scholarship opportunities. Take the time to read and follow instructions before submitting the application. Also, there are numerous local organizations offering scholarships https://www.ccboe.com/departments/student-services/student-support/college-scholarshipsfinancial-aid/local-organizations-offering-scholarships. See Ms. Morton in the Career Center for additional details.

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 IS 11:59PM, TOMMORROW 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 upcoming ACT examination date is scheduled for April 5, 2025. Registration Deadline is today, February 28, 2025 - Late Registration Deadline - March 16, 2025

Register for your ACT at www.act.org

ACT Registration | ACT Testing Dates | The ACT Test

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!

Spring sports begin on March 1st. See the Practice times below.

Baseball - Andre Brown andbrown@ccboe.com

Softball - Rick Albright ralbright@ccboe.com

Tennis - Alejandro Ortega aortegasantana@ccboe.com

Track - Chanda McIver cmciver@ccboe.com

Boys Lacrosse - Dan Perrotta dperrotta@ccboe.com

Girls Lacrosse - Deja Tunstall dtunstall@ccboe.com

Unified Track - Dakeisha Anderson dmanderson@ccboe.com

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.

Please see attached flyer for sign-up and additional information.

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.

The Mental Health Association of Maryland and CCPS are offering a Self-Care Workshop for parents and caregivers at Thomas Stone High School on Thursday, March 13, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. To 6:30 p.m. The first parents/caretakers to attend will receive (1) gift card to Raising Cane. In addition, there will be free self-care items and mental health resources for all who attend!

Please see attached flyer 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 see attached flyer for additional information.

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.

March 1 - First day of Ramadan

March 5 - 2hr Early Dismissal Day for Students

March 5 - Charles County Spelling Bee, Stoddert MS, 6p-8p

March 7 - Read Across Charles County Day

March 8 - SAT Day

March 8 - International Women's Day

March 11 - Board Meeting, 1p.m., Public Forum 6p.m.

March 14 - Pi Day

March 14 - Schools closed for students and teachers

March 17 - St. Patrick's Day

March 20 - First day of Spring

March 21 - Thomas Stone HS Prom

March 21 - World Down Syndrome Day

March 25 - Maryland Day

March 28 - Third Marking Period Ends

March 31 - Fourth Marking Period Ends

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.

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