High School Happenings
METHACTON HIGH SCHOOL NEWSLETTER: April 18, 2024
PROM UPDATES:
Be Safe and Smart This Weekend!
- The prom is on April 19th at 6:00 pm at the Sheraton at Valley Forge. Students will not be permitted in after 6:30. Post Prom check in is between 10:30 -11:15!
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Students have the option to leave Post Prom between 12 midnight and 2:30am. They need to go to the Check Out Table which will be near the Main Gym. If a student would like to leave, someone will call one of their parents to get permission for that student to leave Post Prom. After 2:30am, no students are allowed to leave Post Prom and will remain at the school until 5:00am.
- A bus will be provided at the end of Post Prom if you do not want your child driving home at 5:00 am.
Attention Seniors:
Please check your Google Classroom for Important Information!
The senior breakfast is May 22
The senior trip on May 23
SIGN UP HERE : https://methacton.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/2?access_code=dd56d143836bd07d59dac5b1644a66c1303c4429
The senior sunset on May 31.
Please provide your home email address so you are included in all Alumni information. This is on Google Classroom as well.
Seniors: Who wants to be the voice of the class? (see flyer below)
Methacton Art Show:
Special Education Alliance (SEA) Presents:
SEA Newsletter:
Attention Juniors:
Our new photography company has an amazing opportunity just for juniors!
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:4ba53b15-9882-41c4-8947-5622d262b5ad
The junior class will have an assembly on 4/22 to hear more about these opportunities.
MHS Has A New Photography Company!
We welcome CADY to the HS!
Methacton High School administrators were looking for a photography company that could give us:
1. Photo Quality
A company with a proven track record of producing clear, well-composed, and professionally edited pictures can enhance the overall satisfaction of students, parents, staff, and the quality of the Yearbook.
2. Creative Innovation
A company with fresh and innovative ideas. This can result in more creative and personalized photo packages, backgrounds, and poses that resonate better with the students and capture the spirit of the school.
3. Cost-Effectiveness
It's essential to compare pricing structures, packages, and any additional fees associated with the services. If the new company offers similar or better quality at a more competitive price, it could be a compelling reason to make the change.
4. Streamlined Ordering Process
A photography company that provides an easy and efficient online ordering process can save time for the families ordering photos of their students.
5. Local Community Involvement
Choosing a photography company with a strong commitment to the local community fosters a sense of connection and support. This involvement may include scholarship programs, educational opportunities for students, community outreach, or partnerships with local businesses.
MHS LANDED ON CADY! THE SCHOOL BOARD APPROVED OUR USE OF CADY STARTING 2024 -2025 SCHOOL YEAR!
DURING THE WEEK ON THE APRIL 22, MHS JUNIORS WILL SEE A PRESENTATION FROM CADY REPRESTATIVES EXPLAINING SENOR PORTRAIT OPTIONS!
MORE INFORMATION WILL COME HOME AFTER THE JUNIOR PRESENTATION!
Keystones for Algebra 1, Biology, and English Literature are coming!
Attention Grade 9 and 10 Parents:
KEYSTONE EXAMS:
The Methacton School District will be administering the 2024 Keystone Assessments to all students enrolled in Keystone courses this spring. Again this year, the majority of our students will be completing the assessments online. Students will need to bring their fully charged, district-issued Chromebook and charger to school each day of testing. The testing schedule is outlined below.
KEYSTONE TESTING SCHEDULE AT MHS:
Literature: May 13 and 14
Biology: May 20 and 21*
Algebra 1: May 20 and 21*
For Arcola Students Taking Algebra 1: May 15 and 16
*if a student at MHS is scheduled for Algebra 1 and Biology assessments, the Algebra 1 assessment will be given on May 15 and 16.
The Keystone exams are end-of-course assessments designed to evaluate proficiency in academic content. Beginning with the class of 2023, students must demonstrate proficiency on the Algebra 1, Literature and Biology Keystones to graduate or fulfill one of the other pathways. Students are offered multiple opportunities to take the Keystone assessment throughout their high school career. It takes a collaborative effort of school personnel, parents and guardians, and most importantly, our students, to achieve success.
The results of the Keystones do not impact your student’s grades or placement. They do assist the district in determining needs related to programs, supports and resources. Additionally, they reflect for the public the work we do here in our Methacton schools.
Parents can assist our efforts and reaffirm the importance of the assessment at home by ensuring their child gets plenty of rest prior to each testing session, is provided a healthy breakfast every morning, and arrives to school on time. Please avoid the scheduling of doctor’s appointments and vacations during this time frame; students are required by the PDE to make-up any missed portion of the test within a specific window of time.
THREE HOUR DELAY ON KEYSONE DAYS!
Keystones and AP Exams are Scheduled for May 13, 14, 20 and 21. Students Not Taking These Exams Will Have a Three Hour Delay!
Important Information About Final Exams!
From the SEA:
GET YOUR FIGHTIN' PHILS TICKETS TODAY!
High School Grades:
REMINDER:
Reminder: All report card grades for MP 2 and moving forward will be noted as the earned grade on the report card; for grades earned under a 50%, they will NOT rounded up to a 50%! Teachers will be reviewing this with students to remind them of this procedure. Any questions about this- please ask your student and/or their teacher.
SCHEDULING TIMELINE UPDATES:
April 26th: Acceleration forms due
June 21: Waivers due
Course Selection for NEXT school year
Scheduling for NEXT year
Scheduling will be here before we know it!
Some important dates to notes:
PARENT DUE DATES:
June 21 - Due date for waivers.
End of MP 3 & 4 - Teachers confirm recommendation eligibility
- April 28 - Due date for waivers.
- End of MP 3 & 4 - Teachers confirm recommendation eligibility.
Scholarship Applications -
Deadlines are Approaching!
Have you checked out our Virtual Bulletin Board? It contains all of important information for students, including our scholarship opportunities. Many of the deadlines are approaching at the end of the month.
Spirit Wear:
Graduation 2024
Graduation Reminder- School Obligations Up Until Graduation Day!
As a reminder, our graduation date is set for Tuesday, June 11 at 4pm. Full details will be released closer to the date. Until then, please note that students have mandatory graduation practices at school leading up to graduation, including Friday June 7, Monday, June 10, and Tuesday, June 11. The graduation parade is also scheduled for Monday, June 10. Please do not make any plans or book any trips that overlap these days as practice is mandatory on all three days for students participating in the graduation ceremony. Thank you!