Welcome back for the stretch run of the first semester. Starting Monday, Dec. 2, we have 15 days of school remaining until we leave for winter break. Our message to our learning community is all about focusing on finishing strong. We are asking everyone to not be satisfied with where they are and to look for the things to improve to push us closer to our goals. One of the things that our students struggle with is keeping a growth mindset with their classes; their extracurricular activities; and their social interactions. So often we hear our students say that they can't do something instead of looking for ways to continue to advance toward success. Simon Sinek talks about the importance of having an infinite mindset. He does an excellent job reminding all of us that context is important and that strengths can become weaknesses and weaknesses can become strengths depending on the timing and context of how they are perceived. We all wish we had this perspective growing up and how cool would it be to help our students find this focus at their age so they can start to grow in confidence about their journeys?

Take some time to talk to your student about their strengths and weaknesses. Help them find the mindset to keep growing and improving; one setback is not failure unless you stop trying!!

Let's have a great week of learning.

Tiger Up,

Mr. Lanier

Dec. 3-20: OST Fall Testing. See message below.

Dec. 17 6-8 p.m.: PLSD Night of Engagement (at the Wigwam)

Dec. 20:

Student volleyball tournament: Information on registration coming soon

Last day of the 2nd grading period.

Dec. 23-Jan. 3: No school, winter break.

Students will notice a lot of changes to the building when they return from Thanksgiving break. The temporary construction walls have been removed and you can now see the renovated library and flexible learning space downstairs along with the renovated classrooms above the library. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE SPACES ARE NOT OPEN YET!! We will remind students that this is still an active construction area and they need to stay out of it until it is officially open. We will use the space starting AFTER winter break when we return in January!!

We know that everyone will be excited but we need to be patient and let the contractors finish their work.

The Fall OST testing window opens on Tuesday, December 3. This session is for students who are RETESTING in areas where they have not met the state requirements for graduation. Students who are testing all received emails home, a letter in their Tiger Time, and student numbers and locations are posted around the building (Hall of Fame Lounge, Lockville Lobby, Collab Space 2nd floor, Outside of the Counseling Office). Please direct any students with questions to these locations (or to School Counselor, Mrs. Dashner or Lead Assistant Principal, Mr. Parker).

Below are all of the test dates and our testing plan when we return from break.

Tuesday, December 3rd - Friday, December 20th we will be testing students.

OST Testing Date Reminder -

• Testing Dates (both parts will be given on the same day):

• December 3-ELA2

• December 4-ELA 2 make-ups

• December 5-Alg/Geo

• December 6-Alg/Geo make-ups

• December 9-Bio/AH/Gov

• December 10-December 13-all make-ups

• December 16-December 20 all make-ups

PHSC School Counselor Weekly Update: No update this week. Enjoy your Thanksgiving!!

• Fairfield County Workforce Development Career Navigator Update

  Future Focus Career Speaker Series: The Future Focus Career speaker on December 6th will be a recruiter from Vaughn Industries. Vaughn Industries offer 4 Year Programs that are state registered with the State of Ohio Apprenticeship Council. Their 3 Year Program is accredited through Northwest Lineman College. 4 Year Programs:

  • Electrical

  • Mechanical (Sheet Metal Worker)

  • Mechanical (Pipefitter)

  • High Voltage Substation Electrician

  • 3 Year Program

  • High Voltage Transmission and Distribution (Line Erector)

  On-The-Job Training-Apprentices are required to log a minimum of 2000 hours per year of apprenticeship in their designated trade. Apprentices gain knowledge through hands-on learning at the Vaughn job-site. Come learn about this great opportunity on December 6th , North, 2nd period, lecture hall. Central, 4th period, room 402. Up Next: December 13th, come learn about Behavioral Health/Mental Health careers.

  Job Shadowing Opportunities! What is job shadowing? Job shadowing is a learning experience where you observe a worker in their workplace to gain insights into a specific job role. It can help you understand the tasks, responsibilities, and skills associated with a job, and get a realistic view of the workplace environment. Here are some things you can do during a job shadowing experience:

  • Observe how the professional uses software or technology

  • Attend meetings with the professional

  • Assist with minor tasks

  • Tour the office

  • Review work materials

  • Ask the professional questions about their job

  • Learn how the professional communicates with their peers or clients

  The following companies have the capability of job shadowing::

  • Nationwide Children's Hospital

  • TP Mechanical -Construction Jobs

  • Atlas Butler- HVAC and Plumbing

  • Accurate- HVAC and Plumbing

  • Maronda Homes

  • Carriage House Printery

  If you are interested in shadowing a different career, let Mrs. Brunner know and she can research opportunities for you. Access Career Readiness Resources
  Students can explore job postings and career resources through our Career Readiness Google Classrooms. Join with the following codes:

  • Central: fcbhtwi

  • North: wsjrdt2

  • Pickerington Academy: ef3f6vz

Central has a 4 hour duty aide position available. We're looking for someone who wants to come in and support student learning in our structured study halls in the middle of the day. If interested, please look at the information found below and apply online using the district website. You may also contact Mr. Parker (roshawn_parker@plsd.us; 614-548-1807).

The Senior Corner of the newsletter contains all of the important information for our students in the Class of 2025. Be sure to check it out every week to make sure you don't miss the fun.

Please complete the form below to submit your application to volunteer at Central this year. Please note that there is a background check process for level II volunteers that is part of the application. Volunteers are managed at the building level instead of District Office Please reach out to Joseph Cooper, Assistant Principal (joseph_Cooper@plsd.us), if you have questions about volunteering at Central.

Lisa Morelli - Athletic Director - lisa_morelli@plsd.us

Evan Doughty - Assistant Athletic Director -evan_doughty@plsd.us

Mary Jo Carlisle - Athletic Secretary - maryjo_carlisle@plsd.us

Office Number - (614) - 548 - 1825

Welcome to another exciting year of Tiger Athletics. We look forward to seeing students, parents, and community members come out to support our Tigers this year. Due to the passing of House Bill 147, we have new ticket prices this year to attend our home athletic events. These ticket prices are the same for online and cash sales at the gate.

All Varsity level athletic events are $10 for adults and $8 for students.

All lower level athletic events (JV,freshman, and junior high) are $7 for adults and $5 for students.

To help offset the cost of attending home Pickerington Central/Ridgeview athletic contests we offer year long passes. These passes are good for ALL home contests, ALL sports, ALL year. The costs are below:

Adult - $103 + fees

Student - $53 + fees

We also offer a free senior citizen pass for residents of Pickerington who are at least 62 years of age or older. Contact the athletic department to obtain this pass.

We also offer reserved seats for all home varsity football contests ($60 for 6 home games).

Pickerington Central/Ridgeview Ticket Box Office

https://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/Page/126

To get the latest information or schedules for any of our Tiger Teams visit our new athletic website

https://pickeringtoncentral.bigteams.com/

Final Forms for parent/athlete registration

https://pickerington-oh.finalforms.com/

NFHS Live Streaming Link for all Home Events

https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/

The Pickerington Central Athletic Department takes pride in hosting all of all home athletic contests. We strive to create a positive environment for all athletes, coaches, officials, and spectators. When attending our athletic contests please remember to ACT with dignity, SPEAK with courtesy, and PLAY with pride.

We are all aware that a big game is happening on Saturday between Ohio State and TTUN!! Did you also know that Central has several students playing in the game as well as performing with the Ohio State Marching Band? PLSD is well represented!!

From L-R: Ryan Ouimet, Spencer Hurt, Lorenzo Styles, Josh Mason, Joey Speidel, Jackson Dilts, Owen Kovach, Jack Sawyer, Max Lomonico, Andrew Dhume, Sonny Styles, Ty Hamilton.

Tiger Nation's music program will be on full display in December. We are so fortunate to have the absolute BEST (no hyperbole here) music program in the state of Ohio!! Take a look at the concert schedule below and I hope you can come out and enjoy a little holiday music!!

December 7, 8:30-10:00 a.m. & 10:00-11:30 a.m.: Annual Breakfast with Santa Event

December 10, 7 p.m.: Jazz Band Concert

December 11, 7 p.m.: Band Concert

December 12, 7 p.m.: Choir Concert

December 17, 7 p.m.: Orchestra Concert

Administrators: Tom Lanier, Principal

• A-D - Carly Wells, Assistant Principal

• E-K - Lazaro Fuentes, Assistant Principal

• L-Ri - Roshawn Parker, Lead Assistant Principal

• Ro-Z - Joseph Cooper, Assistant Principal

Counselors: Please note that the Counselor Alpha has been adjusted. Click on the counselor name to schedule an appointment with the counselor.

• A-Co - Jennifer Dashner

• Cr-Ho - Maria Perez

• Hu-Moon - Ashlee Hoffman

• Moore-Sh - Chris Peirano

• Si-Z - Marieca Mattox

Pickerington High School Central

300 Opportunity Way

Pickerington, Ohio 43147

614-548-1800

https://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/pickerington-central-high/