Tiger Update
Information/Updates about Pickerington High School Central
Message from Mr. Lanier
Tiger Nation
This Tiger Update is LOADED with information about the big events that PHSC will be celebrating to close out the school year. Please keep it handy so you stay informed because you don't want to miss a thing!! (a little nod to Aerosmith) 😀
We are continuing to message our CORE values to our students as well. Please encourage them to make good decisions. See an important message below:
Senior Activities: Safety and Responsibility
As our esteemed seniors prepare to embark on exciting new chapters, we want to take a moment to address a non-school-sanctioned activity: "senior tag." While we understand the enthusiasm surrounding this time of year, it's important to emphasize that this activity is not affiliated with the school, and we strongly advise against student participation.
The safety and well-being of our students is our paramount concern. We encourage you to have open conversations with your children about the potential risks associated with this activity and emphasize responsible decision-making.
We maintain open communication with local authorities regarding this topic. For your reference, the non-emergency contact number for the local authorities is (614) 575-6911(Pickerington Police) and (740) 652 7900 (Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office). Please do not hesitate to report any unsafe activities you may witness in your neighborhood or elsewhere.
By working together, we can ensure a safe and memorable conclusion to the senior year for all.
Let's have a great week of learning.
Here we go!!
Tiger Up,
Mr. Lanier
Important Dates
Important Dates
Apr 30: 8:15 a.m. Class of 2024 Group Photo in the PHSC main gym
Apr. 30: 4-8 p.m. PHSC Food Service Mini Food Show (See information below)
May 6-17: AP Testing
May 7, 5 p.m. in the PAC: Performing Arts Signing Day.
May 8, 5 p.m. in the Gym: Military Signing Day.
May 11: PHSC Prom @ Hyatt Regency. Tickets go on sale April 29. After prom event will be at Rule 3 starting at 11 p.m. Tickets will be available starting April 29.
May 13, 5 p.m. in the Gym: PHSC Spring Athletic Signing Day
May 14, 6 p.m. in the PAC: Senior Distinguished Scholars
May 20, 3-5 p.m.: MANDATORY Graduation Rehearsal at World Harvest. Seniors need to arrive at the rehearsal by 2:45 p.m. so that we can begin on time at 3. We will have an early release for seniors that day.
May 23: Last day for seniors.
May 25, Noon: Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony at World Harvest Church
Attention Seniors: Two Mandatory Surveys for Seniors are Below
The following surveys are vital to close out the Senior year for our students in the Class of 2024!!
Mandatory Senior Survey
Seniors, please make sure to fill out this mandatory survey. The information that you provide on this form will ensure you are acknowledged appropriately at graduation and that if you are requesting final transcripts - they find their home.
Graduation Survey:
Name Pronunciation Submission Form
Congratulations, Class of 2024 you made it! We try our best to say each name correctly, but sometimes we need your help in order for us to pronounce your name at graduation. Please complete this form if you have a name (first, middle and/or last name) that we may need help saying correctly. Remember, graduation is crowded and fast-paced, and we are all nervous. So filling out this form will help everyone, and graduation will run more smoothly. Since the graduation list is not in alphabetical order by student, I need you to answer each question. This Google form will close on Wednesday, May 15th in order for names to be correct for graduation practice on May 20th. Congratulations again on graduation! Once a Tiger always a Tiger!!
Graduation Tickets Will be Available at the End of the Day May 3
Important information about Graduation Tickets
Class of 2024 students and families!! This is the communication you have been waiting for!! Graduation tickets will start to be available at the end of the day May 3. Tickets will be available through the PHSC box office online. The student ID# is the code families/students will use to claim their tickets.
Important Reminders:
1. EACH Graduate will receive 8 tickets to the event.
2. Tickets are FREE!!
3. Please claim all 8 tickets in one sitting when you login to the ticket site. The student code is ONLY good for one visit to the site. Please be mindful that the system will also time you out if you do not complete the transaction in a timely manner. This will make the code invalid moving forward. If you have difficulty with claiming your tickets, please reach out to the main office.
4. NEVER pay someone else for tickets or get extra tickets from other people. PLSD is not responsible for duplicate tickets to the event. All tickets will be scanned at the event and there have been incidents at past graduations where guests tried to use a shared ticket that ended up being a duplicate and they were not permitted into the event.
5. Graduation will start promptly at Noon on May 25. Guests should plan to arrive prior to the event as no guests will be permitted into the ceremony once it begins. Doors to the event will open at 11 a.m.
We are looking forward to celebrating the Class of 2024!!
Prom/After Prom Tickets Go On Sale April 29
Prom Is May 11
Mark your calendars for May 11 as Central will host the 2024 Prom at they Hyatt Regency Grand Ballroom. Tickets will be $60 apiece and purchasing information will be available starting April 29. The theme is Starry Night.
Central After Prom is Set for Rule 3 Again
Central students will have the opportunity enjoy a fun and safe After Prom at Rule 3 starting at 11 p.m. on May 11. Central's SADD Club is planning the event with the help of Central's PTSO. Tickets will be on sale starting April 29. Students who attended last year's After Prom had a great time!!
Central Theater Receives Recognition for Spongebob the Musical
The CAPA Marquee Awards Ceremony Is June 6 at the Ohio Theater
Central Theatre is proud to announce that the program has been nominated for 3 CAPA Marquee Awards. The nominations include best lead actor, Preston Hudson for his role as SpongeBob and Jackson Dilts for his role as Squidward. Mr. Martin received his first nomination for best direction for his work in Spongebob as well. This would not have been possible without the help of Assistant Director Ashley Shelton and Music Director Jacob Miller, along with the support of our incredible admin team, and of course our brilliant cast and crew!!
https://pickeringtononline.com/central-north-receive-capa-marquee-nominations/
Preston Hudson as Spongebob
Jackson Dilts as Squidward
Central Theater Director, Mr. Martin
Summer School PE Information
Food Service Event
District Celebrates EL Students
Counselor Update
Week of 4/22-4/26
PHSC School Counselor Weekly Update 4/15/24
Seeing your School Counselor
Students may request an appointment to see their school counselor, using the same form linked above, for a variety of reasons including:
•Struggling academically, socially or emotionally
•Problem-solving
•Career and College Counseling
•Conflict resolution
•Any general concerns
FAFSA UPDATE FOR SENIORS GETTING READY TO GRADUATE!!!
As 2023 comes to a close, we wanted to remind our Seniors that the FAFSA has been delayed to open until sometime this month. A specific date has still not been provided but the Federal Government has a deadline of opening the FAFSA by December 31, 2023.
Typically in the past, the FAFSA opened up on October 1st during a student's Senior year but that has been delayed so changes to the FAFSA can be completed to match current legal requirements.
As a result of this update, there are some significant changes to the FAFSA application and some new requirements to complete it. Please check this link out from Kent State University to review additional information about national FAFSA changes. These changes are not unique to Kent State and will be required for any family completing the FAFSA.
You can view our Senior HUB. Here you will find answers to many of our FAQs.
Here is a Senior year timeline that we’ve put together for our Seniors and their parents. We will be scheduling time to meet with all Seniors during the month of September to go over the following information.
- College Applications
- Career Planning
- Scholarship Applications
- Financial Aid process
- Transcript Request process
Juniors
Attention Juniors and Seniors! Let’s Taco Bout College and Careers!
Meet college admissions representatives and learn about different college options.
College Admissions Representatives will be coming in for visits on Tuesday’s this school year.
To register to attend a college visit Log in to Naviance (in Classlink).
Once logged in → Colleges → College Visits (under Research Colleges) → Register for a visit(s)
Upcoming College Visits
Bowling Green State University (2nd visit for this year!)
Seniors and Juniors
Meet college admissions representatives and learn about different college options.
College Admissions Representatives will be coming in for visits on Tuesday’s this school year.
To register to attend a college visit Log in to Naviance (in Classlink).
Once logged in → Colleges → College Visits (under Research Colleges) → Register for a visit(s)
No Colleges at this time.
School-Based Health Clinic
Pediatric Associates has an office located at Tussing Elementary that is available to all PLSD students and the community of Pickerington. The clinic offers the following services: helping with sore throat, headaches, earache, bad cough, strep test, immunizations, blood work, physicals, well check-ups, sports physicals, medication, asthma, etc.
The clinic is open on Monday and Wednesday from 9:00 - 3:30 and closed from 1:00 - 2:00 for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome or to schedule an appointment call 614-864-3222.
AP Students & Families
We have now passed the November 1 exam registration deadline. Please reach out to Ms. Hoffman if you did not make elections for your AP exams. A $40 late cancellation or registration fee may apply. To see the Initial AP Communication click here. These updates are being sent directly to AP students and their guardians via email.
Career Center Students
Mr. Peirano and Ms. Hoffman are the counselors who work with Eastland and Fairfield Career Centers, respectively. We will make in-person visits to each career center on a regular basis to keep you connected with Central events and happenings. We will also send weekly homeschool updates via your EFCTS email and Remind101 texts. Please use the information below to join our Remind texts as a parent or student:
Eastland: Text @h7fagae to 81010
Fairfield: Text @ebaaad to 81010
Satellite: Text @a9kc8hd to 81010
Workforce Exploration Opportunity
Workforce Development Center Update
Generation Z Online Career Fair
May 8, 2024 – 2-6 p.m.
Description:
The OhioMeansJobs.com Gen Z Virtual Career Fair is for anyone 27 and younger who’s looking for a full-time, part-time, summer, or internship position. Registering before the event will allow employers to view resumes in advance and possibly schedule a time to chat the day of the event. More than 50 employers have registered!
Job Seeker Registration: Visit app.brazenconnect.com/a/OMJ-2/e/OYNJQ and click “Register.” You can choose the part of the state you’d like to work in and connect with employers in that area.
Employer Registration: Register via forms.office.com/g/GZa86D9cP4, email EmploymentServices@jfs.ohio.gov, or contact the workforce specialist in your area. To find your local workforce specialist, click here.
Seniors to Earn the Career Readiness Endorsement
The Fairfield County Career Readiness Endorsement was created to help prepare students to be work ready and to provide proof to local employers that these students can be successful at their company. This school year, Seniors who volunteered, have been working with Career Navigator, Julie Brunner, and have attended presentations on workforce development, how to build a resume and how to interview well, career opportunities in our community; attended a career fair and participated in a mock interview. The Seniors who participated in all of these events, may have the opportunity to interview with one of our Fairfield County employer partners if requested. Many of these employers have full-time, full-benefit positions for individuals with a high school diploma. Once completed, these Seniors will receive a certificate and a portfolio which will be presented to them during the Senior Awards program.
ALL-DAY EVENT at THK Manufacturing!
REGISTRATION LINK:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spring-thk-day-2024-tickets-871733557537
🗓 Tuesday, April 30, 2024
⏰ Hiring Event: 8 am - 5 pm & THK Day: 5 pm - 7 pm
📍471 N High St. Hebron, OH 43025
📞 740-928-1415
HIRING EVENT (Open Event):
Our day will begin with a Hiring Event from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. hosted by our human resources team for anyone interested in pursuing a new career. The hiring event will include applications, interviews, tours, and more as you open your mind to a career in manufacturing.
SPRING THK DAY (Registration Required):
The day will conclude from 5-7 p.m. with the spring edition of our bi-annual THK Day event!
This event will be broken down into three activities:
1. Welcome and Company Presentation (Pizza and snacks included, so come hungry!)
2. Plant Tour
3. A Meet & Greet session featuring members from different areas of the company (one on one Q&A will also be available)
Central PTSO Information
PTSO Meetings and Membership Information
Central PTSO Education and Enrichment Scholarship Application is Due May 12
Consider Helping After Prom this Year
Please see important information about how you can help this year's After Prom below:
After Prom 2024 will be at Rule 3 Pickerington from 11pm-2am on May 11. This event gives students an alternative event to attend on Prom Night. We have lots of fun activities for students. Including a gift card and prizes raffle. Please consider donating a gift card or cash amount to the raffle. Click on the Sign-up Genius link to show your intent. Sign-Up Genius After Prom 2024
We couldn't do this fun activity without you!! Thank you so very much!!
All donations must be at school by Friday May 10, mark envelope with attention: April Fulton :After Prom, Any donation is greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Make checks Payable to: PHSC PTO with AFTER-PROM on the memo line
We appreciate your support of this AMAZING event!!
Athletics
Athletic Department Information
Athletic Department:
Lisa Morelli - Athletic Director (lisa_morelli@plsd.us)
Evan Doughty - Assistant Athletic Director (evan_doughty@plsd.us)
Mary Jo Carlisle - Athletic Secretary (maryjo_carlisle@plsd.us)
Office Number - (614) 548-1827
Tigers in Action
2023-2024
Purchase Students Tiger Pass for $53.00
This pass allows you to attend ALL home games, ALL sports, ALL year
PHSC and RSJH
2023 - 2024 PHSC YEARLY PASSES(adults)
Pickerington High School Central for $103.00
https://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/Page/126
Get the latest Tiger Teams information visit our new
PHSC Athletic Website
All Teams, ALL Seasons
https://pickeringtoncentral.bigteams.com/
Final Forms for Parent/Athlete Registration
https://pickerington-oh.finalforms.com/students
NFHS Live Streaming Link for all Home Events
TIGER ATHLETICS
LISA MORELLI
PHSC ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Spring Senior Night Events
Senior Corner: Vital Information for the Class of 2024
Important Information about Senior Class Fees
All fees and fines must be paid in order or students to participate in the graduation ceremony on May 25. The last day to pay by check is April 26. After April 26, fees can be paid with cash or card up until the week of graduation. Please review your student fee account to ensure that you have a 0 balance. Students who have a financial hardship should inquire about payment options in the main office.
Senior Event Calendar for the Class of 2024
Senior Event Calendar
Click here for the Class of 2024 Senior Event calendar. Please regularly check this calendar as it will be updated throughout the spring.
Cap and Gown Ordering Information: Important Update
Hey Seniors!! Use the link below to order your Cap/Gown for this year's graduation ceremony.
Seniors...Tell Us What You're Post High School Plans Are
Seniors can buy their Chromebooks for $50
Important Information from the Clinic
Class of 2025 Immunization Notice
Students in the Class of 2025 are required to get a Meningococcal (MCV4) vaccine or complete a waiver form in order to attend school in August. Feel free to contact the clinic if you have questions or need a waiver form.
Summer Learning Opportunity
Yearbook Purchasing Information
PHSC Administrators and School Counselors
Administrators: Tom Lanier, Principal
A-D - Carly Wells, Assistant Principal
E-K - Tom Lombardi, Assistant Principal
L-Ri - Roshawn Parker, Lead Assistant Principal
Ro-Z - LaToya DeJesus, Assistant Principal
Counselors:
A-Co - Jennifer Dashner
Cr-Ha - Maria Perez
He-Me - Ashlee Hoffman
Mi-Sh - Chris Peirano
Si-Z - Marieca Mattox
Click below if you have a question for your Counselor:
Dashner - Students with Last Names A ~ Co
Perez - Students with Last Names Cr ~ Ha
Hoffman - Students with Last Names He ~ Me
Pickerington High School Central
300 Opportunity Way
Pickerington, Ohio 43147
614-548-1800
https://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/pickerington-central-high/
Pickerington High School Central Principal