High School Happenings
METHACTON HIGH SCHOOL NEWSLETTER: April 2, 2024
We Hope You Had an Amazing Spring Break!
PROM UPDATES:
Tickets Sales Ended Last Week!
- The prom is on April 19th at 6:00 pm at the Sheraton at Valley Forge. Post Prom starts between 10:30 -11:15!
- Students attending the Post Prom are expected to spend the entire night at the school. They will be dismissed at 5:00 am on Saturday 4/20.
- A bus will be provided if you do not want your child driving. More details are provided on the Post Prom registration link.
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!
We Dismiss at 11:10 on April 5!
A fun-filled career day:
On April 5, students will have a half day. Each class will rotate through four stations. One of those stations is the Career Fair in our gym. HAVE YOUR CHILD WEAR THEIR CLASS COLOR T-SHIRT! If it lost, please remind your child to wear any shirt of the same color!
There's a Solar Eclipse on April 8!
All students will receive the proper glasses during their English class.
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!
How Can You Help With the Post Prom?
Post Prom is right around the corner! Help us make this night a success for our students!
Come to the High School to see the Set Design in process on Thursday or Friday nights at 6p, pick up a paintbrush and help! It is TRULY AMAZING! We can NOT do it without them and all the designers.
Speaking of things we can NOT do without- VOLUNTEERS.
Please spread the word, beg, plead... whatever you need to do...
share the link
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C4FABAF29A5FF2-45222328-methacton#/
Post Prom Needs YOU!!
Every Dollar Counts!
Please see the information below as to how you can donate to the Post Prom. Remember, this night helps keep the fun going in a safe and appropriate way after the Prom!
ATTENTION SENIORS! DO YOU WANT A LAWN SIGN?
Celebrate your Methacton Grad with a graduation lawn sign. All proceeds support the Methacton Post Prom. Pick up will be at the highschool in mid May, more details to follow as we get closer. Order deadline is Friday 4/19/2024, please order with below link.
Cost is $20 per sign.
Post Prom PayPal: mhspostpromdonations@gmail.com - please add a comment that the payment is for GRAD SIGN
Mail Check to: Methacton Post Prom, P.O.Box 39, Eagleville PA, 19408-0039
Cash (contact steven.p246@verizon.net) or Check to Methacton Post Prom
Venmo @methactonpostprom (please note yard sign)
Questions to Michelle Petko at steven.p246@verizon.net
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:
February 29th : 10th grade scheduling- Parent verification due March 13th
March 11th: 9th grade scheduling- Parent verification due March 25th
March 24th: Deadline to make course request changes
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 note:
Grades 9-11 Student Scheduling Timeline (2023-2024 for 2024-2025 school year)
Second week of February - Counselors Speak to current MHS Students in Social Studies Classes grades 9, 10, 11
Second week of February - Course Recommendation Process by Teachers - completed by teachers after grades are posted on 2/5/24. Parents should log on to PS to check these recommendations.
February 12-March 18 - Counselors meet with students 1:1 to do course selection. Parent verification form will be online. (Check SmartPass for appointment!) Students will be directed to contact parent before leaving meeting to inform parent selections are live in PS. Online parent verification form available for parents to review course requests and e-sign.
Feb 21-28: Counselors meet w/ 11th graders to pick classes for 12th grade
Feb 29-March 7: Counselors meet w/ 10th graders to pick classes for 11th grade
March 5: Counselors meet w/ 8th graders to pick classes for 9th grade
March 11-March 18: Counselors meet with 9th grades to pick classes for 10th grade
PARENT DUE DATES:
March 6 - 11th grade course selection parent verification forms due (Picking classes for senior year).
March 13 - 10th grade course selection parent verification forms due. (Picking courses for junior year).
March 13 - 8th grade course selection parent verification forms due. (Picking courses for freshman year)
March 25 - 9th grade course selection parent verification forms due (Picking classes for sophomore year).
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March 6-March 17 - Any parental questions after verification; Final call for last minute changes and missing verification forms for all grades.
March 24 - Final date for course request changes by students/parents.
June 21 - Due date for waivers.
End of MP 3 & 4 - Teachers confirm recommendation eligibility.
PARENTAL DUE DATES:
- Third week of Feb - 11th grade course selection parent verification forms due (picking classes for senior year).
- First week of March - 10th grade course selection parent verification forms due. (Picking courses for junior year).
- Second week of March - 8th grade course selection parent verification forms due. (picking courses for freshman year)
- Second week of March - 9th grade course selection parent verification forms due (picking classes for sophomore year).
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- March 6-March 17 - Any parental questions after verification; Final call for last minute changes and missing verification forms for all grades.
- March 24 - Final date for course request changes by students/parents.
- 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:
ATTENTION SENIORS- It's Time for Cap and Gown Orders & Diploma Name Confirmation
Cap and Gown Order Info:
Once again we have partnered with Student Services Company to provide our seniors with Methacton High School’s Custom Caps & Gowns and Official Graduation Products. They have also put together a short video presentation to explain these programs.
You can view the short video presentation here.
The deadline for these orders is Wednesday, October 18th!
Please be sure to go to sscgradstore.com to place your Cap and Gown and Graduation Products order online.
To avoid late fees and product restrictions, please be sure to place your orders by the deadline.
If you have any questions, their professional staff is ready to help!
Phone: 610-539-1330
Email: gowns@studentservicesco.com
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Name on your Diploma:
It is also time to share with us the how you would like your name to appear on your diploma. Please fill out the form below -- PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK THE SPELLING BEFORE YOU HIT SUBMIT!
We are also asking for a phonetic pronunciation to assist us with ensuring your name is read correctly. Thank you in advance for your assistance with this!
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!