High School Happenings
METHACTON HIGH SCHOOL NEWSLETTER: January 3, 2025
WELCOME 2025! Could Monday be the first snow day of 2025?
If so, please read carefully:
Students should make every effort to complete and submit assignments posted on Google Classroom within the normal school hours as this flexible instruction day is in lieu of an in-person school day. Students will not be penalized for work that needs to be submitted later due to accessibility issues as long as the assignment is received within three days of our return to school
Teachers' office hours and Google Meets addresses in case of snow closure:
Inclement Weather Procedures (including 2 hour delays):
Is Your Child Looking to Play Sports in College?
NCAA Eligibility Information Night: Wednesday 1/8!
The Methacton Athletics Dept. along with the high school counseling office will be offering a brief presentation to families of student athletes.
Mrs. Taylor Parker, Director of Athletics and Mr. William Peck, Secondary Counseling Coordinator will be presenting along with several guest speakers to share information and answer questions you may have.
The program will be offered on Wednesday, January 8 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM in the High School LGI
Learn what you need to know as students navigate the college athletic realm and understand the differences between DI, DII, and DIII college athletics.
· Learn about athletic eligibility with the various divisions
· Contact with college coaches and when/what is acceptable
· How to make the most of your time in high school: academically and athletically
Staff Appreciation Luncheon: Thursday, January 23. Help Thank the MHS Staff
Interested in Learning About Cyber Safety? Check Out This Opportunity:
MIDTERM EXAM SCHEDULE
What is Project Aware?
The purpose of the Project AWARE (Advancing Wellness and Resiliency in Education) program is to develop a sustainable infrastructure for school-based mental health programs and services. AWARE grantees build collaborative partnerships with the State Education Agency (SEA), Local Education Agency (LEA), Tribal Education Agency (TEA), the State Mental Health Agency (SMHA), community-based providers of behavioral health care services, school personnel, community organizations, families, and school-aged youth.
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR 10TH GRADERS:
PA SEAL OF BILITERACY
Methacton High School is excited to provide the opportunity for students to apply for the Pennsylvania Seal of Biliteracy beginning in the 2024-2025 school year.
Students earning this distinction will be recognized in May 2025.
Please review the Information Letter of Introduction for Seal of Biliteracy (link here) to learn about the requirements for application.
The Seal of Biliteracy Application is available through the link here.
Questions related to the Pennsylvania Seal of Biliteracy should be directed to:
Dr. Melissa Gorla
Supervisor of Secondary Education 9-12
(610)489-5000 ext. 15003
Information on AP Exams This Year:
For anyone that is interested in Advanced Placement Exam information please visit https://www.methacton.org/Page/663 .
You can contact Dr. Paul Spiewak at pspiewak@methacton.org or at 610-489-5093 with any specific questions.
Reports of Bullying Behavior:
Understanding how to report incidents of bullying and supporting students involved is crucial. Please familiarize yourself with the District’s two reporting forms: Safe2SaySomething and MSD Title IX Form. Additionally, students are welcomed and encouraged to report any suspected bullying to a trusted adult, counselor, or administrator.
Thank you for your commitment to our students’ well-being and safety. By working together and staying informed, we can ensure that our school remains a place where everyone can learn and thrive without fear of bullying.
Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me or our counseling team.
School Rules Matter!
If your child is late to class or school three times or if he/she is using their cell phone at an inappropriate time, he/she will receive a detention. Detentions run from 2:30 - 3:30 Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Your child will choose the day.
If your child does not show up, you and your child will receive a message from the detention monitor, Ms. Quintois. She will schedule your child for another day. Please do not email Ms. Quintois about the detention. She is only the monitor and does not have any specifics about your child's misbehavior.
If your child does not attend the second detention, the assistant principals will become involved and you will be notified by one of them.
Look at Our New College and Career Readiness Guide!
A step by step guide to life after high school!
It's never too early to start thinking about the future.
Check Out Our Counseling Department Site!
Looking for information on college? Or resources to help your child adjust?
Check out all the amazing resources on this Google Classroom created by our counselors. Click on the grade levels on the picture of the cork board for more specific grade level information!
Want to Know When Your Favorite Methacton Team is Playing?
Check Out the Calendar Below for all HS Athletics and Activities:
We will continue to update this throughout every season for every sport! Use the buttons across the top to scroll through the months!