Weekly Update

GEOMETRY TESTING THIS WEEK

Geometry testing begins this week. All students enrolled in a Geometry class this year will be taking the test.

Click here to view your testing location.

Students, the 1F and 2F sections will be closed during testing - 4/23 and 4/24 during periods 1-3. Click here to see where you class is moving to!

Please review the images below for more information. MCAP assessments are graduation requirements for all students in the state of Maryland, you must take the assessment to graduate. If you are scheduled for an assessment, please make sure you make every effort to be in school on testing days. You will also need to make sure you have your school computer charged and ready to go! You cannot use a personal device, it must be an SMCPS-issued device.

MCAP assessments (ELA10, Algebra, Geometry, LS-MISA & Government) are required tests for graduation (not optional).

• Scheduled testing days are below. Testing will take place during periods 1-3.
• Students who are testing should report directly to their assigned testing room each morning at 7:45am
• Students who are not scheduled for a test should report directly to their assigned supervision area each morning at 7:45am

Any testing group that has perfect attendance for each day of a particular test will receive donuts! Make sure you're in school!!

AP Students - Please read the information in this letter about AP testing, including the schedule and testing locations. Also, be sure to check out the daily AP review videos to get prepared!

Starting on Monday, April 22, CB will release review videos for each of AP course to help students prepare for the exam. These videos are an EXCELLENT way to get a refresher as well as final preparation for the exams. Each video is approximately 15 minutes long.

Students will be able to access these videos through AP Classroom and through the CB YouTube page.

Health 2 for Original Credit

Asynchronous 80/20 Course Enrollment

Format: 80% of class time is asynchronous using MSDE’s Canvas platform and 20% of

class time is synchronous via Google Meet

Credit: 0.5

Cost: $125

No refunds will be given if the student exits the course after the session has started.

Who: 11th & 12th graders only; Seniors have priority upon registration.

Dates & Location:

• Fall Semester (August 26, 2024 - January 17, 2025)

• Spring Semester (January 27, 2025 - June 6, 2025)

• Google Meet class times are selected in the registration form:

• Mondays 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm;

• Mondays 8:30 pm - 9:15 pm;

• Tuesdays 8:00 pm - 8:45 pm; or

• Wednesdays 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm.

Health II: (Students must have passed Health I) Students will use the introductory instruction from Health Education I to expand on the development of skills, attitudes, and behaviors that will enable them to make decisions that promote healthful behaviors. Students engage in inquiry and problem-solving approaches utilizing a developmentally appropriate progression of content related to health education concepts.

Course Prerequisites:

1. 11th or 12th graders who have passed Health I.

2. Orientation information will be sent to the student's SMCPS email address at least one week before the start of the course.

3. Students must be aware that this course requires about 30 hours asynchronously and must be completed during the semester registered. No Extensions.

Registration:

• Registration will open for both the Fall and Spring sessions on April 24, 2024, at 1:00 PM.

• Registration Link - Will become live on April 24, 2024 at 1:00 PM

• You will receive an email that your registration form has been submitted, once you register. Your registration is not confirmed until you receive an additional email with information on paying for the class and stating your registration is confirmed.

If you have any additional questions about this course, please contact

Dr. Wendy Zimmerman at wlzimmerman@smcps.org.

Due to safety concerns and the demands on the main office, we do not accept food deliveries of any kind. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Free Tutoring is available to LHS students from LHS teachers in the areas of MATH, ELA, SCIENCE, and SPANISH. There is tutoring available on site before school, during lunch, and after school. There is also virtual tutoring available. Contact your child’s teacher, guidance counselor, or Theresa Smith at tmsmith@smcps.org for information.

Attention Rising Juniors and Seniors - Parking Information For Next Year

LHS Juniors and Seniors with a valid driver’s license (not a learner’s permit) can apply for on-campus parking. The application form for a 2024-2025 parking pass will be emailed to students during the first week of July. Please note that the form contains detailed information, including additional requirements for a valid application. Be sure to read all the information before submitting.

Students with outstanding parking tickets will not be considered for a parking pass next year. All parking fees must be paid before July 1. Current seniors must pay all parking fees to receive graduation tickets. Students can do so in person at the school bank or using My School Bucks. Please contact Ms. Mushrush with questions about payment.

12th Grade: Steven Wood

11th Grade: Hannah Heisler

10th Grade: Charlotte Bryan

9th Grade: Het Patel

If you didn't get a chance to see our Spring Musical this weekend, no problem. The show runs again next weekend on the 26, 27, and 28! The set was beautiful! The LHS R.O.S.E. players were spectacular as always! The show was full of laughs and wonderful musical performances! A special thanks to Mr. Barbato, Director of Theatre Programs and Competitions, Mrs. Teston, Music/Vocal Director, and Mr. Martin, Pit Band Director!

On Friday, the LHS Seniors took on the Staff in a volleyball match. The students won 2 out of 3 games.

SEASONAL TRYOUT INFORMATION (linked)

School Year 2024-2025​

• Anyone wishing to compete for a place on a team is expected to be at all tryouts.

• First Day of Fall Sports Tryouts - August 14, 2024

• First Day of Winter Sports Tryouts - November 15, 2024

• First Day of Spring Sports Tryouts - March 1, 2025

FamilyID

• All interested athletes are expected to be present from day one and have all required documentation fully completed if they wish to compete for a place on the team. For online registration go to www.familyid.com and use "Find a program" to select your high school. Failure to submit all required electronic data entry/forms/cards by the deadline set by the high school will necessitate the exclusion of the student.

Preparticipation Physical Evaluation

• Sports physicals are valid for 12 months. It is recommended you attain your sports physical during the months of June or July annually.

• History Form - To be filled out prior to examination by the patient or parent/guardian and provided to the Physician.

• Physical Examination Form - To be completed by the Physician and kept in their office in the patient’s medical file.

• Medical Eligibility Form - This is the ONLY form that should be submitted to the school.

Corollary Sports Program

• The Corollary Sports program is offered as an alternative program to the mainstream high school athletics program, with team rosters composed of both students with or without disabilities. For more information please visit the Corollary Sports Page.

• Fall Season - Cycling

• Winter Season - Bowling

• Spring Season - Bocce

Assistance and Contacts

Please contact your child’s school or the appropriate individual on this list if you have questions or concerns.

• Summer Sports Academies: SMCPS and SMC R&P have partnered to offer the new Summer Sports Academies. Campers will be instructed by area high school coaches. Camps are held Monday -Thursday. Click below for more information. Registration begins March 1st. Don't miss this opportunity.

• https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/recreate/camps

• https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/docs/thescoop.pdf

There are so many fantastic things happening in our efforts to support SMCPS students with disabilities. Please use this survey to share your praise of a LHS SPED teacher or support person.

Parents or guardians of children receiving special education and related services were mailed the Maryland Special Education Parent Involvement Survey from MSDE during the week of February 12, 2024. Parents are asked to complete the survey and return it in the postage-paid envelope by May 24, 2024. The Survey may also be completed online. Parent feedback will help guide efforts to improve special education and related services in SMCPS. To learn more, please visit https://www.mdparentsurvey.com.

• Evening Counseling: SMCPS is once again offering School-Based Counseling Support in the evening for SMCPS students. Counseling support focuses on the following areas: Healthy Relationships, Social Skills, Self-Esteem, Stress Management, Worry, Sadness, and Emotional Regulation. Services will be located at Margaret Brent Middle School and Greenview Knolls Elementary School on Tuesday evenings from 4-7:30 p.m. Please complete the Parent Contact Form for Evening Counseling to request services.

The 2023-2024 Spring Athletic Season is underway and we just want to remind everyone of the SMAC athletic policies in place.

1. All tickets are on-line through GoFan . NO Cash sales. Free admission for children 8 and under.
2. NO outside food or drinks allowed including water bottles.
3. NO bags or purses allowed. Only small handheld purses allowed.
4. Our concessions will accept cash and cards during most events.
5. Lastly, be mindful of comments as fans of the game and spectators to the student athletes.

Need help finding out where to go for lunch? Click the button above to see open classrooms and club offerings for each day of the week.

Click here for the one-lunch information presentation that was present to all 9th graders last week. You can find club information and much for!

Use this document to plan where you will go for lunch each day!

Parents who are dropping students off at school in the morning should use the parking lot lane closest to the building. Please do not park in in a space and wait to drop your student off. Unfortunately, parking is very limited for both students and staff. Utilizing extra parking spaces for this purpose can create an issue where there is nowhere for staff or student drivers to park. Additionally, please do not drive down the middle parking lot lane in order to drop a student at school. We appreciate your help!

Students, please make sure your laptop is charged each day. Bring your charger to school in case your battery runs out.

Need to purchase a laptop charger?

You can do one of two things:

1. Go the the Media Center in your School. They can assess you a fine so that you can pay using My School Bucks.
2. Go directly to the DELL store. You can purchase directly from their website and have it shipped to your home.

Ensure one of these links are being used:

www.dell.com/mpp/smcps (click Shop Recommended Solutions to get to the discounted power cords)

www.dell.com/mpp/smcps-chargers (leads directly to the purchasing portal)

More helpful links for technology can be found at the bottom of the newsletter!

Spirit items are available on MySchoolBucks. Please make sure that your student is added into your profile and click on the School Store link. You will want to Browse all Items.

Items can be purchased and then picked up in the School Bank or during Open House. Items will also be available for purchase, in person, during open house.

Check out www.MySchoolBucks.com Go to "My School Store" and hit "Browse".

Learn how to create a MySchoolBucks account: click here.

• Here Comes the bus
• Bus Routes
• Bus Stop change-request form
• Transportation Forms

Bus passes should only be requested when students have a change in physical address or when there is an emergency situation and a student needs to ride a different bus or get off at a different stop. Bus passes will not be granted for students simply wanting to go visit with a friend.

Need to obtain a bus pass?

Visit this site to submit a request electronically, or parents can write a note or send an email to Ms. Revis at btrevis@smcps.org. All relevant information must be included in the written request.

Bus Information includes: Student name, address, parent phone number, existing bus stop to be used, bus #, date, medical concerns, destination address, destination phone # and reason for the pass.

Website: https://schools.smcps.org/lhs/
Location: 23995 Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown, MD 20650, USA
Phone: 301-475-0200
Twitter: @LHS_SMCPS