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Tiger Update
Information/Updates about Pickerington High School Central
Message from Mr. Lanier
Tiger Nation
I hope everyone enjoys a three day weekend as we have no school on Monday in recognition of President's Day. Stay safe and warm as winter takes one more shot at Columbus before, hopefully, spring returns for good. Don't forget that February is Kindness Month. It's designed to get us through this time of year and to remember that doing acts of kindness for others improves the community and brings joy to everyone involved.
Have a great weekend,
Mr. Lanier
Important Dates
Important Dates
Feb. 20: Parent Teacher Conferences. Please contact your student's teacher if you would like
to set up a Parent Teacher Conference. Conferences will be virtual unless in-person is
requested.
Feb. 15-Mar. 16: Central School Counselors will meet with all students in grades 9-11 to discuss their course choices for 2024-25.
Feb. 19: No School, President's Day
Mar. 5: Panorama Survey, AM Survey Bell schedule.
Mar. 6: ACT Test for Juniors (please review the information for the test day below). Juniors report to PHSC for testing; ALL other students will learn from home that day.
Mar. 8: Senior Slide Show Baby picture submission is due (see information in the Senior Corner found below).
Black History Month Events
Counselor Update
High School Information Night Presentations and Handouts
Please review the materials below carefully prior to scheduling starting next week on Monday, February 12.
Update for the week of February 12
Seeing your School Counselor
Students may request an appointment to see their school counselor, using the same form linked above, for a variety of reasons including:
•Struggling academically, socially or emotionally
•Problem-solving
•Career and College Counseling
•Conflict resolution
•Any general concerns
Scheduling
PHSC has began the registration process for the 24-25 academic school year. We will provide all of you and your students with with the information needed to make informed decisions regarding the registration process. From Feb. 15-Mar 7, your student’s assigned school counselor will meet individually with them during the school day to look over their requests and answer any questions.
Please use the PHSC Scheduling HUB to find all of the information regarding registration for the 24-25 academic school year. The HUB will provide you with information ranging from the Program of Studies, videos on how to schedule, scheduling worksheets and much more.
Eastland Fairfield Career Center Applications
Application Reminder
If you are ready to apply for one of our programs for next school year, you can apply online at this link. The priority application deadline was February 6th, so be sure to submit your application before that date!
Juniors
Important information about the ACT Test on March 6
The ACT test will be given to all JUNIORS on Wednesday, March 6. There will be NO SCHOOL for all Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors on March 6. Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors will be required to complete work at home on March 6 and turn it into their teachers when they return to school. ALL JUNIORS should report to school by 7:45 a.m. on March 6.
Seniors
Attention Seniors! - Seniors - Requesting Transcripts or Mid-Year reports
If you are a Senior and need to request a transcript before you meet with your counselor. Please follow these directions: How to Request your transcript. The Counseling Office requires 10 school days to process your transcript request, so please be watching your application deadlines closely.
FAFSA UPDATE FOR SENIORS GETTING READY TO GRADUATE!!!
As 2023 comes to a close, we wanted to remind our Seniors that the FAFSA has been delayed to open until sometime this month. A specific date has still not been provided but the Federal Government has a deadline of opening the FAFSA by December 31, 2023.
Typically in the past, the FAFSA opened up on October 1st during a student's Senior year but that has been delayed so changes to the FAFSA can be completed to match current legal requirements.
As a result of this update, there are some significant changes to the FAFSA application and some new requirements to complete it. Please check this link out from Kent State University to review additional information about national FAFSA changes. These changes are not unique to Kent State and will be required for any family completing the FAFSA.
The image above can be found in the senior hub (Class of 2024) under College Comparison and Tracker Worksheet (click to make a copy). This will help you stay organized during the college admissions process!
You can view our Senior HUB. Here you will find answers to many of our FAQs.
Here is a Senior year timeline that we’ve put together for our Seniors and their parents. We will be scheduling time to meet with all Seniors during the month of September to go over the following information.
College Applications
Career Planning
Scholarship Applications
Financial Aid process
Transcript Request process
Work Force Development Center
Mock Interviews/Career Fair
Attention Seniors and Juniors!
Mock Interviews will be held on March 14th in the school library. Seniors will have the opportunity to practice and obtain feedback from Human Resource leaders and company supervisors from a variety of businesses in the area. This is a great opportunity for students to practice interviewing and gain confidence in the process. Seniors will need to sign up for an interview spot at this link On the day of the event, Seniors should come dressed to impress and bring a copy of their resume.
Then on March 21st there will be a career fair from 9-12 at the Workforce Center for Seniors to apply for both full time employment and summer employment. PLSD will provide bussing for students who wish to attend. Any Senior wishing to attend should complete this form as well as make sure that their Infinite Campus forms are up to date with emergency medical information.
Students will be excused from class for both events.
Career Expo for Juniors and Seniors: March 21st 9am -12pm
What is a Career Expo? (also known as a career fair) is an opportunity for Juniors and Seniors to visit with over 75 employers who offer job opportunities for summer, part time, full time work and apprenticeships after graduation. It will be held at the Workforce Center on Coonpath Road.
Who should attend? Anyone who is interested in finding out more about careers for their future as well as those who would like full time, part time or summer employment. Students interested in attending the Workforce Center next year should also attend.
Juniors AND Seniors may sign up to attend here by March 5th. All students going must ride the bus.
What should I wear to a career expo? Business casual is appropriate. This means khakis or dress pants and shirts with a collar. Skirts should be of appropriate length. (No flip flops or sneakers, yoga pants or sweatpants)
Students should bring copies of their resumes as well as a notebook/pen or pencil.
Juniors
Attention Juniors and Seniors! Let’s Taco Bout College and Careers!
Meet college admissions representatives and learn about different college options.
College Admissions Representatives will be coming in for visits on Tuesday’s this school year.
To register to attend a college visit Log in to Naviance (in Classlink).
Once logged in → Colleges → College Visits (under Research Colleges) → Register for a visit(s)
Upcoming College Visits
Bowling Green State University (2nd visit for this year!)
.Seniors and Juniors
Meet college admissions representatives and learn about different college options.
College Admissions Representatives will be coming in for visits on Tuesday’s this school year.
To register to attend a college visit Log in to Naviance (in Classlink).
Once logged in → Colleges → College Visits (under Research Colleges) → Register for a visit(s)
February 27 Hocking College (5th period)
March 12 University of Toledo (
School-Based Health Clinic
Pediatric Associates has an office located at Tussing Elementary that is available to all PLSD students and the community of Pickerington. The clinic offers the following services: helping with sore throat, headaches, earache, bad cough, strep test, immunizations, blood work, physicals, well check-ups, sports physicals, medication, asthma, etc.
The clinic is open on Monday and Wednesday from 9:00 - 3:30 and closed from 1:00 - 2:00 for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome or to schedule an appointment call 614-864-3222.
AP Students & Families
We have now passed the November 1 exam registration deadline. Please reach out to Ms. Hoffman if you did not make elections for your AP exams. A $40 late cancellation or registration fee may apply. To see the Initial AP Communication click here. These updates are being sent directly to AP students and their guardians via email
Career Center Students
Mr. Peirano and Ms. Hoffman are the counselors who work with Eastland and Fairfield Career Centers, respectively. We will make in-person visits to each career center on a regular basis to keep you connected with Central events and happenings. We will also send weekly homeschool updates via your EFCTS email and Remind101 texts. Please use the information below to join our Remind texts as a parent or student:
Eastland: Text @h7fagae to 81010
Fairfield: Text @ebaaad to 81010
Satellite: Text @a9kc8hd to 81010
Please join the School Counselor’s Google Classrooms The Counseling office will be keeping you informed of important information regarding your future plans and events and deadlines that the School Counselors work with. If you have not already done so, please join our google classrooms to stay informed: Class of 2024 ss7fbpv Class of 2025 wo4rnz6 Class of 2026 rugnepm Class of 2027 6plgntd
Panorama Spring Survey is March 5
Panorama Survey is set for March 5
PHSC students will take the spring administration of the Panorama Survey on March 5. Central will use an AM Survey Bell schedule to conduct the survey. Please see information regarding the surveys in the pdf's below.
ACT Test for all Juniors is set for March 6
Important information about the ACT Test on March 6
The ACT test will be given to all JUNIORS on Wednesday, March 6. There will be NO SCHOOL for all Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors on March 6. Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors will be required to complete work at home on March 6 and turn it into their teachers when they return to school. ALL JUNIORS should report to school by 7:45 a.m. on March 6.
Workforce Exploration Opportunity
Career Expo for Juniors and Seniors March 21st 9am -12pm
What is a Career Expo? (also known as a career fair) is an opportunity for Juniors and Seniors to visit with over 75 employers who offer job opportunities for summer, part time, full time work and apprenticeships after graduation. It will be held at the Workforce Center on Coonpath Road.
Who should attend? Anyone who is interested in finding out more about careers for their future as well as those who would like full time, part time or summer employment. Students interested in attending the Workforce Center next year should also attend.
Juniors AND Seniors may sign up to attend here by March 5th. All students going must ride the bus.
What should I wear to a career expo? Business casual is appropriate. This means khakis or dress pants and shirts with a collar. Skirts should be of appropriate length. (No flip flops or sneakers, yoga pants or sweatpants)
Students should bring copies of their resumes as well as a notebook/pen or pencil.
Vision and Hearing Screenings For 11th Grade Students
All 11th grade students will be participating in Vision and Hearing Screenings on February 26 and 27th. These screenings will be taking place mainly through English classes. Parents and Guardians should contact the school nurse if they have questions or need to discuss a health concern regarding their student.
Celebrating our Seniors
Tiger Boys Basketball Seniors
Pickerington Jaguars Honored at PHSC v. PHSN Boys Basketball Game
Athletics
Athletics Corner
Athletic Department:
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) 548-1827
Tigers in Action
2023-2024
Purchase Students Tiger Pass for $53.00
This pass allows you to attend ALL home games, ALL sports, ALL year
PHSC and RSJH
2023 - 2024 PHSC YEARLY PASSES(adults)
Pickerington High School Central for $103.00
https://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/Page/126
Get the latest Tiger Teams information visit our new
PHSC Athletic Website
All Teams, ALL Seasons
https://pickeringtoncentral.bigteams.com/
Final Forms for Parent/Athlete Registration
https://pickerington-oh.finalforms.com/students
NFHS Live Streaming Link for all Home Events
TIGER ATHLETICS
LISA MORELLI
PHSC ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Central PTSO Information
Coming Meetings
March 13, 6:30 p.m. @ Central
PTSO Meetings and Membership Information
Central Students Meet Tim Tebow
Zap Team is in Need of more Tutors
Check out this video that features the great work of our student tutoring program called the Zap team. We have a dedicated team of students who have gotten this program off the ground...they would love to get more help in the form of more student volunteers. Please consider giving some time to help your fellow Tigers!!
Senior Corner: Vital Information for the Class of 2024
Senior Event Calendar for the Class of 2024
Senior Event Calendar Coming in January
Click here for the Class of 2024 Senior Event calendar. Please regularly check this calendar as it will be updated throughout the spring.
It's Senior Baby Photo Submission Time: Deadline is March 8
Cap and Gown Ordering Information
Hey Seniors!! Check it Out!! It's Time to Order Your Cap and Gown!!
Senior Tributes in Yearbook Due 2/29
A Message for Senior Families from Yearbook
Greetings Tiger Senior Families, the yearbook Advisor would like to remind families that the last day to submit senior tributes for the yearbook is 2/29. Tributes are always due on the last day of February every year.
If you are interested in purchasing a senior tribute for the yearbook. Please go to www.yearbookforever.com before the deadline. You can still purchase the book until the last day of school before sales will be suspended until next fall.
Please reach out to Michelle_Jago@plsd.us with any questions or concerns.
PHSC Food Service is now offering pre-order subs!!
PHSC Administrators and School Counselors
Administrators: Tom Lanier, Principal
A-D - Carly Wells, Assistant Principal
E-K - Tom Lombardi, Assistant Principal
L-Ri - Roshawn Parker, Lead Assistant Principal
Ro-Z - LaToya DeJesus, Assistant Principal
Counselors:
A-Co - Jennifer Dashner
Cr-Ha - Maria Perez
He-Me - Ashlee Hoffman
Mi-Sh - Chris Peirano
Si-Z - Marieca Mattox
Click below if you have a question for your Counselor:
Dashner - Students with Last Names A ~ Co
Perez - Students with Last Names Cr ~ Ha
Hoffman - Students with Last Names He ~ Me
Pickerington High School Central
300 Opportunity Way
Pickerington, Ohio 43147
614-548-1800
https://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/pickerington-central-high/
Pickerington High School Central Principal