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A Message from Ms. Pearl
Welcome students and families. As Wednesday is the last day of the first marking period, please make sure you are talking with your teachers and turning in all assignments by the given due date. As grades are being published, if you are not satisfied with your grade, make sure you are paying attention to the "small things" that mean a lot. Make sure you're turning in quality work, using your time management skills, and adhering to due dates. Thursday is the first day of the second marking period. Make sure you stay focused so you can start it off strong. For the students who may need additional academic support, please sign up for FEV tutoring through Clever, which is an online one on one tutoring service available 24/7 for homework help.
We still need students to monitor their transition time between classes. Students, you only have 4 minutes between classes before you are marked tardy. We have implemented our tardy policy, in which continued tardies to class will result in student consequences. As a reminder, our school day starts at 7:30a.m. Please make sure you are arriving to school and each class on time.
This is a reminder that you are not allowed to enter a classroom with backpacks or large bags. Students, you must use their locker. If you have a locker issue, please be sure to use the QR code, which is posted in numerous locations throughout the building. We are asking students to continue showing your Cougar Pride by being Prepared, Respectful, Involved, Diligent and Eco-Friendly.
Student Government Association (SGA) is excited to host the first Thomas Stone Fall Costume Contest on Thursday October 31st, 2024! Students will be allowed to go all out and compete in various categories. If your student is interested in participating, please read below:
Categories:
- -Most Iconic Costume
- -Most Original Costume
- -Best Duo Costume
- -Best Group (3+) Costume
Rules:
- Must adhere to dress code (no sagging, midriff, excessive cleavage, inappropriate imagery, etc.)
- No FULL face coverings or masks
- Face paint is permitted
- Props are permitted (except fake weapons)
- No loose liquids (fake blood is permitted only in use of makeup or on clothing)
- Failure to adhere to rules will result in disqualification
How to Enter:
- Come dressed up!
- Take FULL BODY PICTURE of you/your group (selfies will not be accepted)
- Make post on Instagram Story under the official "Add Yours" Features (can be found on Thomas Stone SGA (@tstone_s_g_a) Instagram Page on the DAY OF) (MUST INCLUDE First and Last Name and Costume Name)
If you are or have a Senior and have not taken your Senior Picture as of yet, please click on the link below to schedule your drape/tux photo session. We will have our LAST SENIOR PICTURE MAKE-UP DAY December 18, 2024 and you MUST have an appointment. You do not have to purchase your Senior Pictures; however, you must sit for Senior Pictures to participate in the Senior Roll Call slide show during Commencement. This sitting will only be for your drape/tux photo. If you choose to have additional Senior photos taken with Lifetouch, you will need to call Lifetouch at 1-800-736-4753 to schedule a sitting, at their location. December 18th is ONLY for your Drape/Tux photo needed for graduation.
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We are excited to announce our upcoming Shoe Drive, starting November 1st! This initiative aims to collect “New and Gently Used shoes” to help communities in need.
How You Can Help:
· Donate: Please bring in new or gently worn shoes, including sneakers, boots, sandals, kids’ shoes, athletic shoes (including cleats), dress shoes, etc.
· Drop-off Locations: You can drop off your donations in the bin, in the front lobby of TSHS, from November 1st to January 10th.
· Spread the Word: We encourage you to share this initiative with friends, family, and community. The more people involved, the greater our impact!
Every pair of shoes makes a difference. Thank you for your support and generosity!
Ruby Bridges National Walk to School Day is an annual day of dialogue to commemorate Ruby's historic steps. Students will continue the conversation and take park in their own forms of activism to bring an end to racism and all forms of bullying. We are asking that all staff and students wear purple on November 14th.
Thomas Stone High School is participating in the Relay for Life event on May 10, 2025, at St. Charles HS. This event is held yearly to help raise funds for the American Cancer Society and support their efforts to fight cancer. One way you can contribute is by purchasing a raffle ticket from me! (Picture attached)
Raffle details:
Cost: $10 per ticket
Prizes: 2024 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid LE
OR
$20,000.00
Drawing Date: December 4, 2024 at 12:30.
Drawing will be held line live Facebook.
All proceeds go directly to Relay for Life, supporting groundbreaking research, patient services, and education. Every ticket purchased gets us one step closer to making a difference in the fight against cancer.
If you'd like to purchase a ticket, please send an email to jsavagespriggs@ccboe.com. Don’t wait!
Thank you for your support and generosity!
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!
Maryland College Application Campaign
November 4-8 (Senior English Classes)
Members of the Class of 2025 will participate in college application and financial aid preparation in their English Classes. Parents provide students with their social security numbers to create their FSAIDs for the 2025-26 (FAFSA) and MD Colllege Aid Processing System accounts.
Career Technical Education Program Application is now open for 10th grade students.
Students and parents should review the program offerings here - https://www.ccboe.com/departments/career-and-technical-education
Automotive Technician
Barbering
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Pharmacy Technician
Physical Rehabilitation
MD Fire and Rescue Institute Application is now open for 10th grade students.
The application is now open through November 8 ,2024
The next SAT is scheduled for December 7, 2024. Registration Deadline November 22, 2024- Late Registration Deadline - November 26, 2024
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 December 14, 2024
Registration Deadline is November 8, 2024 - Late Registration Deadline November 22, 2024
Register for your ACT at www.act.org
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!
Hello Thomas Stone Families!
Thomas Stone High School is a Community School, and we need your input to implement resources, services and support for your student and family. Please complete the Community School Parent Survey and Community School Student Survey to provide vital information to assist in creating programming and services. The Surveys closes on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Please use the links below to complete.
Community School Parent Survey
Link: https://ccboe.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5q0dw6aWL8V9GIe
Community School Student Survey
Link: https://ccboe.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_034Gre5lxARl4uG
Parents and Guardians, are you interested in learning more about Self-Care? Please look out for more information and to register to attend in November 2024.
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
Parents and Guardians, are you interested in joining the Community School Advisory Committee? The first meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 beginning at 2:30 pm. Sign-up using the below link.
Thomas Stone High School Community School Advisory Committee
Link: https://forms.office.com/r/2brBC63JnB
The Thomas Stone Market will distribute food and hygiene items on Thursday, October 31st, Thursday, November 14th, and Thursday, November 21st. If you are interested in receiving items, look out for the link to register for each distribution date.
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.
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/
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.
Laptop distribution will begin this week. Students without a laptop will receive their laptop through their Science class starting Tuesday. Students, please note that 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 will be leaving TSHS, you will need to return your CCPS issued laptop and charger to Thomas Stone High School prior to being withdrawn.
October 30 - First Marking Period ends
October 31 - Two-hour Early Dismissal for Students
October 31 - Second Marking Period begins
October 31 - Halloween
November 2 - SAT
November 5 - Election Day (Schools Closed for students only)
November 7 - Youth Apprenticeship Summit, CSM LaPlata
November 8 - National STEM Day
November 8 - CTE Online Application CLOSES
November 11 - Veterans Day (Schools/Offices Closed)
November 12 - Board Meeting, 1p.m., Public Forum, 6p.m.
November 12 - Report Cards Posted
November 15 - Winter Sports begin
November 20 - Two-Hour Early Dismissal for students
November 20 - National Education Support Professionals Day
November 20 - SECAC Meeting (Special Ed. Citizens Advisory Committee), Gwynn Center 6p.m.
November 21- National Parental Involvement Day
November 21 - Title I DADvisory Council Meeting, Starkey Building, 6p.m.
November 21 - Hispanic Parent Advocacy Night
November 22 - Substitute Educators Day
November 27-29 - Thanksgiving Holiday, Schools/Offices Closed
TSHS ADMINISTRATION TEAM
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:
With the winter months approaching, school delays or cancellations may arise. If you would like to get TEXT ALERTS from CCPS, 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.
Thomas Stone High School
Website: https://stone.ccboe.com/
Location: 3785 Leonardtown Road, Waldorf, MD, USA
Phone: (301)753-1756
Twitter: @CougarsTSHS