Term 1 grades will be available on School Brains in the morning on Tuesday, November 12th. If you need help logging in to School Brains, please call the Guidance office and we can help you.

We are looking forward to the first Athletic Hall of Fame on Saturday, November 9th. What a special event to celebrate our athletic alumni!

Lastly, Monday is Veterans Day. Please remember to thank our veterans. We owe our veterans a huge thank you for the service they have given to our country.

November

Monday, 11/11 No School Veterans Day

Wednesday, 11/13 MCAS Math Retest Session 1

Thursday, 11/14 Dean College On The Spot Admissions

Thursday, 11/14 MCAS Math Retest Session 2

Friday, 11/15 Spring Musical 7:00 PM

Saturday, 11/16 Spring Musical 7:00 PM

Sunday, 11/17 Spring Musical 2:00 PM

Monday, 11/18 Spirit Week Dodgeball 5:00 PM

Tuesday, 11/19 Early College UMASS Dartmouth Tour

Tuesday, 11/19 Powder Puff 5:00 PM

Wednesday, 11/20 Curriculum Meetings 2:15 PM

Wednesday, 11/20 Team Trivia 2:00 PM

Wednesday, 11/20 Math Meet 1 @ Bishop Feehan 1:45 PM

Wednesday, 11/20 Site Council Meeting 5:00 PM

Wednesday, 11/20 PTP Meeting 6:00 PM

Wednesday, 11/20-11/21 Early College Field Trip Thompson Island

Thursday, 11/21 House Decorating 12-2:00 PM

Thursday, 11/21 DECA Induction Ceremony 6pm-7:30 pm (THS Auditorium)

Thursday, 11/21 Early Release for Parent Teacher Conferences 12:00-2:00 PM

Friday, 11/22 Pep Rallys E & F Block

Saturday 11/23 Homecoming Dance 6:00-9:00 PM

Sunday, 11/24-11/25 Skills USA Fall Leadership Conference (Marlboro)

Monday, 11/25 Bridgewater State University On The Spot Admissions

Wednesday, 11/27-Friday, 11/29 No School-Thanksgiving Day Break

December

Wednesday, 12/4 Student Leadership Guest Speaker

Students in Music participate in Upbeat Leadership Workshop A, B, C Blocks

Student Leadership Seminar for captains, club leaders E & F Blocks

Thursday, 12/5 Bristol Community College On The Spot Admissions

Thursday, 12/5 DECA Mock Districts 5pm-8pm (Presentation Room)

Saturday 12/7 Lights on Taunton Green (Band/Chorus Performing)

Sunday 12/8 Taunton Christmas Parade (Band Performing)

Thursday, 12/12 UMASS Dartmouth On the Spot Admissions

Thursday 12/12 THS Choral Concert 7 PM

Friday, 12/13 Term 2 Progress Reports

Tuesday, 12/17 THS Jazz Band/Small Ensemble Concert 7 PM

Wednesday, 12/18 School Council Meetings 5:00 PM

Thursday, 12/19 THS Band Concert 7 PM

Monday 12/23- Tuesday, 12/31 No School December Vacation

The theme for the next Parent Teacher Partnership Meeting will be to host a representative from Bristol Community College who will discuss the following:

• Why college, why Bristol and the locations (highlighting online and Taunton options)

• Overview of programs (certificates vs career track vs transfer track)

• MassEducate (18+) and MassReconnect (25+ - would appeal to parents)/Costs and Affordability

• Application/Enrollment information

• Selective Health Program Requirements (Nursing/Dental) - if you feel this would be beneficial

All parents are welcome to come and learn from our local community college partner!

Need help with your college applications? We've got you covered! Join Ms. Barbour, Ms. Barcelou and Mrs. Golder to get expert guidance on crafting your strongest application.

Monday, 11/18 (2pm-3pm)

Thursday, 11/21 (12pm-2pm)

Monday, 12/2 (2pm-3pm)

Thursday, 12/12 (2pm-3pm)

Monday, 12/16 (2pm-3pm)

Stop by one or all five sessions in the College and Career Center. Pre-registration is not required, all Class of 2025 welcome. Let's make your application stand out!

Early education & care students participated in a fun team-building activity to close out a fantastic week’s work in Tiger Tots! We are so proud of these students!

Congratulations to the winners of the Halloween Contest!

Alexis Mills, Averie Fisher, Heather Farmenter, Eduarda De Deus, Harrison Brown, Emily Moran, Kimberly Moran, and the Art Department!

Additional pictures of Tigers who showed their Halloween spirit!!

On Sunday, DECA sponsored the MDA (Muscular Dystrophy Association) Walk. THS clubs and activities were well-represented, and students had a fun day!

Upcoming Schedule

Monday 11/18 - Dodgeball 5pm upstairs gym

Tuesday, 11/19 - Powderpuff 5pm turf

Wednesday, 11/20 - Team Trivia 2pm cafeteria

Thursday, 11/21 - House Lobby Decorating 12-2pm (during after school Parent-Teacher Conferences)

Friday, 11/22 - In-School Pep Rally - Field House + Homecoming Decorating 2pm Field House

Saturday, 11/23 - Homecoming Dance 6-9pm Field House (tickets go on sale Nov. 1-15 through the City of Taunton website; more information to follow)

Dress Up Days

• Fri 11/15 - In Honor of Guys & Dolls: Two of a Kind Day (twin day!)

• Mon 11/18 - Minion Monday (dress like a Minion)

• Tues 11/19 - Dress as Your Type Tuesday

• Weds 11/20 - Greek Day

• Thurs 11/21 - Dress Like Your Favorite Holiday

• Fri 11/22 - Class Colors

• Mon 11/25 - Dress to Un-Impress (sweatsuits/pajamas)

• Tues 11/26 - Black & Orange Day
  

The City has not yet updated the site to reflect the current graduation years 2025-2029. In the interim, 8th graders (Class of 2029) should purchase tickets as Class of 2024.

If your student has turned in their Permission Form prior to today, they are now eligible to purchase tickets! Tickets cost $20.

Signed permission slip must be received 24 hours prior to student ticket purchase. Ex: a student who turns in their permission slip Monday, 11/4 will be able to purchase their ticket on/after Tuesday, 11/5. Permission forms are due by Thursday, 11/14.

Link to purchase: https://epay.cityhallsystems.com?key=taunton.ma.us&type=s1

Students will NOT receive a physical ticket - students will be checked in by grade level on the night of the dance.

Ticket sales will close on Friday, 11/15. No tickets will be sold the week of the dance.
PURCHASING A TICKET DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY INTO THE EVENT.

Reminder, this event is for THS, TAHS, and TPVA students only - no outside guests.

Dear Taunton High School Community,

We are thrilled to invite you to the Taunton High School Drama Club’s upcoming production of Guys and Dolls! This award-winning classic is celebrated as the perfect musical comedy, blending luck and love in a whirlwind of excitement under the dazzling lights of Broadway.

Showtimes:
📅 Friday, November 15th at 7:00 PM
📅 Saturday, November 16th at 7:00 PM
📅 Sunday, November 17th at 2:00 PM

Ticket Information:
🎟 $12 for Students and Seniors
🎟 $15 for General Admission
Tickets can be purchased in advance online at this link or at the box office one hour before each show (cash or check only at the box office).

Don’t miss this chance to see our talented students bring Broadway magic to life on the THS stage! We look forward to seeing you there.

Taunton High School Drama Club

We’re excited to invite you to an information session all about what to expect during junior year and the exciting journey ahead! This is a great chance for both students and families to dive into key topics like academic credits, graduation requirements, and even review your child’s transcript—all in one go!

Date: Tuesday, November 12th

Time: 4:00-5:30pm

Location: Taunton High School College & Career Center (Library)

While we’ll give you a quick sneak peek into the college admissions process, we’ll cover that in more detail with a special presentation in the spring.

📅 RSVP today to secure your spot, and we’ll make sure your child’s transcript is ready for you to explore!
Click Here to RSVP

To schedule parent-teacher conferences on Thursday, November 21st (12-2pm), please email teachers directly for an appointment. Teachers can offer conferences in-person and over the phone.

Last Friday night the Taunton Tigers football team defeated Sharon. The Tigers followed with a come-back win last night versus Braintree.

Pictures courtesy of Bob Leonard

Any student-athletes interested in participating in a Winter sports program in 2024-2025 school year, must have his/her parent/guardian register him/her before participating.

Registration is through the button below. Prior to clicking below, make sure you have done the following:

1. Provide a copy of a physical exam to the THS Athletic Department. (physicals are good for 13 months and virtual physicals are NOT accepted)

2. Athletes and parents must complete the following online course annually in order to participate.

NFHS Concussion Course

All tryouts being on Monday December 2nd 2024.
Winter registration will open on November 1st and close November 20th, 2024. All winter registrations must be completed before the deadline.

THS Athletic Fee is $150.00. This covers 1 sport season or all 3 sport seasons. Easy access to pay online. Or if you prefer, cash or check to the THS Athletics office.

Any questions please email Sandy Altman at saltman@tauntonschools.org