From The Oriole's Nest
High School Department
First Month of School Updates
All student should have seven classes in their schedule and I wanted to share about 8th-period classes. Last year we had Orioles Time which was scheduled in as the last period of the day. This year we decided to change Orioles Time into an extra period for electives and academic support. All classes during 8th period will be taught on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, we are dedicating that time to Students Organization and Clubs (SOC) during 8th period. Janna DiBiase is the person in charge of Students Organization and Clubs. Several examples that cover SOC on Tuesdays and Thursdays are
- Class Meetings
- Student Body Government (SBG)
- Latinx Club
- Gay Straight Alliance (GSA)
- Junior National Black Deaf Advocates (JR NBDA)
- Junior National Association for the Deaf (JR NAD)
- and more
If students are not involved in a club or organization on Tuesday or Thursday, they will be given time to study or work independently. If you have any questions about Student Organizations and Clubs, you may direct them to Janna.DiBiase@msd.edu.
One-to-one technology devices are amazing because all of our students have access to technology here at school. I wanted to remind parents and students to make sure they bring their Chromebook to school daily. Chromebooks have been distributed to our students and a friendly reminder that $40 dollars are collected for Chromebooks Maintenance fee. The school looks to maintain and provide upgrades to future Chromebooks with the maintenance fee. If you have any questions or need financial support regarding the Chromebook fee, please contact me and I would be more than happy to discuss it with you.
PowerSchool Grades. Parents can check for their child's grades daily through the PowerSchool app or website. If you have any questions or concerns about your child's grade, I encourage you to reach out to the teachers and discuss your concerns with the teachers first. Our teachers would be happy to talk and discuss your child's grades with you.
Measures of Academic Progress Test - October 3rd to 7th
We want to encourage all students to do their best on this test and take it seriously as it is a vital piece of their education planning. Please take a moment to speak with your child about the importance of this test and doing their best. I, too, will be emphasizing those aspects prior to the test date and I encourage students to get a good night's rest before taking the test.
Please also note that all student MAP testing scores will be sent home with their report cards in November.
October 9th - Interim (Middle of 1st Quarter)
Attendance
Maryland School for the Deaf
Email: calvin.doudt@msd.edu
Website: www.msd.edu
Location: 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD, USA
Phone: 2405752971
Facebook: facebook.com/marylandschoolforthedeaf
Twitter: @msdorioles