Largo Principal's Parent Press

The Largo Principal's Parent Press is a bi-weekly communication newsletter that will be used to keep parents in the know about events, happenings, and updates at Largo High School straight from Principal Lewis' desk.

Hours of Operation: 7:30 a.m. to 2:10 p.m.

***Students can enter the building beginning at 7:00 a.m and are expected to be in their first class at 7:30 a.m..***

Please find contact information for each of Largo High School's Administrators:

9th Grade: Christopher Jackson (christo.jackson@pgcps.org)

10th Grade: Tanya Parris-Andrews (tanya.parris@pgcps.org)

11th Grade: Robyn Jones (robyn.jones@pgcps.org)

12th Grade: Dr. Vivian Powers (vivian.powers@pgcps.org)

Immersion Programs: Denise Cabrera (denise.cabrera@pgcps.org)

Please find contact information for each of Largo High School's Professional School Counselors:

9th Grade: Gisele Wilmore (Onboarding)

10th Grade: Valerie Johnson (valerie.alston@pgcps.org)

11th Grade: Tomeco Dates (tomeco.dates@pgcps.org)

12th Grade: Dr. Monet Hawkins (monet.hawkins@pgcps.org)

Please find contact information for each of Largo High School's Talent Ready Coordinator:

All grades: Tomisha King (tomisha.king@pgcps.org)

Please find contact information for each of Largo High School's IEP Facilitator (Special Education Chair):

All grades: Nicole.Bonham@pgcps.org

When reaching out to a PGCPS member via email or phone, they have 48 hours to reply to your inquiry. Please see the information below for where to share your concerns:

Admin Concern: Step 1: Grade level administrator-----Step 2: Principal----- Step 3: Instructional Director

Scheduling Concern: Step 1: Counselor--- Step 2: Grade level administrator--- Step 3: Principal

Special Education Concern: Step 1: Case Manager--- Step 2: IEP Facilitator--- Step 3: Principal

Teacher Concern: Step 1: Teacher-----Step 2: Grade level administrator----- Step 3: Principal

Our goal is to meet your needs to the best of our ability with the resources that are available to us. Please use processes above to give Largo every opportunity to work with you for the best school experience possible.

Largo High School personnel have 48 hours to respond to emails and return phone calls. Please allow that process to complete itself before reminder emails and escalatory measures are enacted. We appreciate your support of this process.

As we prepare for this school year, one of the biggest adjustments that we will navigate through as a community is PGCPS’ transition from SchoolMax to Synergy. Beginning with the 2024-25 school year, families will now use ParentVUE, in place of Family Portal, to access important information about their students. ParentVUE is the portal that allows parents and guardians to view information about their student, including classroom assignments and scores, attendance, transcripts, graduation status and more. In ParentVUE, families can also update their phone numbers and emergency contact information and access the Online Registration (OLR) Application. A PGCPS ParentVUE account is needed to complete the required Online Registration (OLR) Application to register your student in PGCPS. This application is completed for students new to PGCPS, transferring within the county, or returning to PGCPS. You may access the ParentVUE link below:

Parent VUE Link

Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS) would like you to share your thoughts on the district's culture and climate. PGCPS will use the feedback received to ensure that district offerings meet the needs of students, parents, and staff, consistent with the district’s goals.

To thank you for your participation, all respondents who complete the survey can enter a drawing/contest. If you qualify and would like to enter the drawing, you will be asked to provide your contact information at the end of the survey, which will only be seen by PGCPS. Your contact information will not be tied to your survey responses.

Your feedback is essential to the district, and we appreciate your thoughtful responses. All responses will remain anonymous and will only be reported to the district in the aggregate. This survey should take no more than 10-15 minutes to complete.Thank you for your participation!

Please click the link here to complete the survey. Your feedback is paramount, in increasing our rating with the Maryland Report Card.

Does your child need shots for school? Register for free immunizations made possible through our partnership with the Prince George’s County Health Department!

This free immunization program is targeted to uninsured or underinsured children.

Families with health insurance coverage should schedule immunizations through their child’s pediatrician.

Click the link here to see additional information regarding immunizations.

Please see the link here with regard to tutoring services that are available to students and families.

The "Men Make a Difference Conference" is designed to equip fathers and father-like figures with tools to support their student’s academic journey, the conference will offer workshops focused on parent advocacy, academic success, mental health support, community partnerships and more. Click the link here for more information and how to register.

Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Monday, October 7 and are designed to provide an opportunity for parents and teachers to discuss your child's academic progress, strengths, and areas for growth. Parent conferences will be held virtually. These conferences help foster communication and collaboration between families and the school to support student success.

Please see the link here for how to engage with each teacher, and how to set up appointments with the teacher(s) you desire to speak with about your child's performance. As a reminder, students do not have school on this day.

The Largo Golf Team is continuing their run of excellence, dominating recent tournaments. Our golf team consists of Leonard Crichton, Jr. and Jordan Wallace. They are coached by Lewis Howard. Our team has a chance to win the county championship for the first time since 2007.

October 14-18, 2024: Spirit Week

October 16, 2024: Class Night (5:00 to 7:00 pm)

October 17, 2024: Pep Rally

October 18, 2024: Homecoming Game (7:00 pm)

October 19, 2024: Homecoming Dance (7:00 pm-11:00 pm)

Themes:

Monday: Onesies and Plushies Days

Tuesday: D-M-V Day

Wednesday: Time Travel Day (Dress Like and Kid or Senior Citizen)

Thursday: Class Color Day

• Green (Freshmen)
• Purple (Sophomores)
• Red (Juniors)
• Blue (Seniors)

The homecoming flyer is being finalized, and will be shared as soon as possible. We are excited about homecoming, and hope that the Largo community has a great time!

Largo was acknowledged as a top-ten PGCPS high school according to a Daily Voice news article published on October 2. The link to the article can be found below:

These are the Top Ten Maryland Public High Schools (By County)

Prince George's County Public Schools will be closed on October 18, 2024 for Professional Development for Teacher. Students will return back to Largo High School on October 21, 2024.

We invite you to join the Parent-Teacher-Student Organization (PTSO) this school year! Being a part of the PTSO is a wonderful opportunity to stay actively involved in your child’s education, connect with other parents, and help shape the school community. Your participation directly impacts our ability to support events, programs, and resources that benefit our students. Meetings are held on the third Tuesdays of each month beginning at 6:30 p.m. in room 100.

As we work together to ensure your child’s success this year, here are some important reminders to help support a smooth transition to 10th grade, keeping them on track for timely graduation:

• Attendance is Crucial:
  Encourage regular attendance. Missing classes can quickly lead to falling behind. Consistent attendance is key to academic success.

• Stay on Top of Grades:
  Monitor grades through the parent portal and encourage your child to communicate with teachers if they need help. Timely intervention is important for improving any low grades.

• Course Credits:
  Students need to earn at least 5 credits by the end of 9th grade to stay on track for graduation. Ensure your child completes all courses with passing grades.

• Support in Core Subjects:
  Keep a special focus on English, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Success in these core areas is foundational for the next grade level.

• Develop Strong Study Habits:
  Help your child establish a consistent study routine at home. Encourage them to dedicate time daily to review material and complete homework.

• Get Involved in School Activities:
  Encourage participation in clubs, sports, or extracurriculars. These activities can build social connections and improve time management skills.

• Stay in Communication with Teachers and Counselors:
  Build strong relationships with your child’s teachers and counselors. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any concerns or need updates on progress.

• Behavior Matters:
  Remind your child about the importance of maintaining good behavior and following school rules. Disciplinary issues can impact academic success.

Together, we can ensure that your child successfully completes 9th grade and is well-prepared for 10th grade. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need any support.

Student Service Learning Hours Goal:

Our goal is for **65% of the class** to secure their Service Learning Hours. The Key Club has graciously agreed to partner with the class to support this goal. Additionally, the Class of 2027 officers have discussed this as an agenda item. They are exploring ways members of the class can collaborate with in-house coaches to earn hours.

Thank you, once again for your support. We've got this!

Service Learning Hours for 11th Grade Students:

Service Learning Hours is one of our Primary Initiatives this year. Every student needs 24 service learning hours in order to graduate. And as we look forward to senior year, your student will need their service learning hours in order to receive a half day schedule. There will be upcoming opportunities for students. They need to check their emails and the class of 2026 Canvas weekly.

Join the Class of 2026 Remind Group:

Please join REMIND.COM. Send a text message to "@22dcgc" for class text and email updates.

Community Member Engagement:

The Class of 2026 will be sending out biweekly messages that the community has created for the class of 2026.

Please see the message from Largo Alumnus, Usama Young, encouraging the class of 2026:

Message from Usama Young

Please see the most recent newsletter from the Class of 2025 leadership team. Click the link here to view the document.

Please see updates below from Immersion Dean Denise Cabrera, and dates connected to program events connected our Language Immersion Program:

• September 30 to October 4: Heritage Month Spirit Week (see Flyer attached)
• Heritage Month Poster Contest- (See Flyer attached)
• November 22: Testing Spanish Immersion - DELE Test
• November 1: Immersion Open House
• Specialty Programs Show Case November 7

There are no Talent Ready updates at this time.

Please see the advertise for this event below:

Mrs. Nicole Mintz, Parent Engagement Assistant, is your direct link to providing you with support. Mrs. Mintz provides parents with issues ranging from helping you to access SchoolMax to providing workshops to help our parents navigate our school and school system. Mrs. Mintz can be reached at Nicole.Mintz@pgcps.org.

Save the Dates:

• October 4: Largo Varsity Football vs. Potomac (7:00 pm)
• October 7: Parent-Teacher Conferences - Schools Closed for Students
• October 12: Yom Kippur
• October 14-18: Largo Homecoming Spirit Week
• October 18 : Professional Development Day - Schools Closed for Students
• October 18: Homecoming Football Game vs. Friendly (7:00 pm)
• October 19: Homecoming Dance
• October 31: End of the 1st Quarter

Did you miss an edition of the Principal's Press? Don't worry. We've you got covered. Go back and review any of the previous editions of Principal Lewis' letter by clicking the links below:

August 20, 2024

September 6, 2024

September 20, 2024

Email: Albert.Lewis@pgcps.org
Website: https://schools.pgcps.org/largo/
Location: 505 Largo Road, Upper Marlboro, MD, USA
Phone: (301) 808-8880
Twitter: @Albert_TLewis