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TWHS Weekly News & Updates January 29, 2021 Weekly Calendar Monday, February 1: Group A: Regular Bell Schedule Tuesday, February 2: Group B: Regular Bell Schedule Last Day to Register for ACT Boot Camp Wednesday, February 3: Group A: Regular Bell Schedule Thursday, February 4: Group B: Regular Bell Schedule Friday, February 5: Group A: Homeroom Bell Schedule (8 min) Dear Cardinal Family, Is anyone out there? Hello? When we were in remote learning, one of our many concerns was how to gauge student engagement on the other side of a Zoom. A common inclination for high school students was to turn off their video and mute their sound. There could've been a variety of valid reasons why kids took these steps, but for our staff, it was unnerving. Teachers spent a lot of time working on strategies to ensure engagement during instructional activities: chat boxes, polls, online tools, and interactive software. Ultimately, everything paled in comparison to running an in- person classroom. I got to experience that same feeling on Wednesday night. We were excited to welcome our future freshmen and their families to a virtual curriculum night and open house. Obviously, we were missing some of the most fun elements of the evening. There was no buzz of the crowd in the auditorium, and no awestruck 8th graders navigating our massive building. We didn't have a group of mentors waiting to greet and guide our visitors. But it still felt like curriculum
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TWHS Weekly News& UpdatesJanuary 29, 2021
Weekly Calendar
Monday, February 1: Group A:Regular Bell Schedule
Tuesday, February 2: Group B:Regular Bell ScheduleLast Day to Register for ACT Boot Camp
Wednesday, February 3: Group A:Regular Bell Schedule
Thursday, February 4: Group B:Regular Bell Schedule
Friday, February 5: Group A:Homeroom Bell Schedule (8 min)
Dear Cardinal Family,
Is anyone out there? Hello?
When we were in remote learning, one of our many concerns was how to gauge studentengagement on the other side of a Zoom. A common inclination for high school students wasto turn off their video and mute their sound. There could've been a variety of valid reasons whykids took these steps, but for our staff, it was unnerving. Teachers spent a lot of time workingon strategies to ensure engagement during instructional activities: chat boxes, polls, onlinetools, and interactive software. Ultimately, everything paled in comparison to running an in-person classroom.
I got to experience that same feeling on Wednesday night. We were excited to welcome ourfuture freshmen and their families to a virtual curriculum night and open house. Obviously, wewere missing some of the most fun elements of the evening. There was no buzz of the crowdin the auditorium, and no awestruck 8th graders navigating our massive building. We didn'thave a group of mentors waiting to greet and guide our visitors. But it still felt like curriculum
**ACADEMIC UPDATES**
night. We had enthusiastic families and staff members who are all eager for what the futureholds.
Even though the format was quite different--giving a presentation to dozens of dark, mutedscreens is about as gratifying as it sounds--I still walked away with my usual feelings. I remainthankful for all the opportunities our community provides our kids and I'm excited about whatlies ahead for all of us!
Have a great weekend.
Go Cards!
Pete ScullyPrincipalTWHS
**New announcements for this week**
2021-2022 Course Registration January 21- February 1PTSO SignUpGenius to help provide dinner for the teachers during conferencesCollege Credit Plus AnnouncementTWHS Football FundraiserTWHS Ice Hockey FundraiserDACC is hosting Career Conversations for students
2021-2022 Course RegistrationJanuary 21- February 1
Registration for your 2021-2022 classes begins now! Westart this process early to give our students the bestopportunities to get the courses they want and need for nextyear. Students will receive a registration letter andregistration card in their homeroom class, on January 21 orJanuary 22. The letter and the card can also be found postedon their graduating class Schoology page or below along withmultiple videos describing how to register online. Please askteachers, counselors, and principals to provide clari�cation toany questions you may have regarding the process.
Registration information:1. View Video #1: Introduction/new classes/lunch options
(4min49sec)
College Credit Plus Announcement
If you plan to participate in the College Credit Plus (CCP)program during the 2021-2022 school year, please completethe following:
1) Watch the two videos below on CCP. The �rst video is ageneral overview of CCP delivered by the ODE, and the secondis a video on how Worthington City Schools implements CCP in our buildings.
General Overview of CCPCCP in Worthington City Schools
2) Once you have watched the videos, you can pick up the "Intent to Participate" form in theSchool Counseling O�ce. Forms must be complete with signatures prior to turning back in.*Returning CCP students must also submit an Intent Form for next year. Please be sure to �llout the back of the form in detail! Once you submit your intent form to the Counseling O�ce,Mr. Quart will email you with the next steps. This may include additional forms for the college,or testing requirements. Please be sure to check your school email often, and read the nextsteps carefully!
If you have any questions about College Credit Plus, you can reach Mr. Quart [email protected]
Parent/Teacher Conferences:Tuesday, February 9 & Thursday,February 11- 4:30-8-:10 p.m.
Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held between the hours of4:30–8:10 p.m. on Tuesday, February 9 and Thursday, February
1. Pass out registration materials2. View Video #2: Explains registration materials (1min 51
sec)3. View Video #3: AP and CC+ options (2min42sec)
1. There are also AP Art options4. View Video #4: How to register for classes online
(2min24sec)5. View Video#5: Wrap-up and important dates (1min24sec)
*To see a slideshow version of all of the instructions pleaseclick HERE
10th-12th grade registration letter10th-12th grade registration card
11, 2021. Families can request to meet in person, via ZOOM or by phone with teachers whenscheduling their conferences. Online scheduling will open on Monday, February 1 at 8:00 a.m.Please click online scheduling for more information about scheduling parent/teacherconferences with your student’s teachers.
ACT Administration for JuniorsTuesday, February 23rd
On Tuesday, February 23, Worthington’s high schools willadminister the state-funded ACT to all 11th grade studentsduring the school day. This ACT administration is free ofcharge to all 11th grade students. Linworth, Academy, andhalf-day DACC students will take the test at their homeschool. All juniors will automatically be enrolled to take thetest.
In order to provide a safe learning environment for all of ourtesters and staff while still providing a valuable learningexperience for our other students, we will be operating on anat-home, asynchronous learning day for all TWHS and WKHSstudents. This means that on February 23, students in grades9, 10, and 12 will not come to the school building. Instead,they will complete learning at home. Their teachers will posttheir assignments on Schoology. We will resume in-person,hybrid learning on February 24th (blue day).
FEBRUARY 23, 2021The district will provide school bus transportation and alunch to those 11th grade students that need it.Information regarding this will be sent in email to 11thgrade students and their families on January 25th.
9th, 10th, 12th grade studentsRemain at home and complete school work as assignedand posted to Schoology
Any questions can be directed to Mr. Todd Keenan, assistantprincipal, at [email protected] or 614-450-6275. Thankyou.
Attention TWHS Students & Parents/Guardians: Registerfor ACT Boot Camp by February 2!
Standardized tests can be intimidating, but we want students to be prepared. That’s why we’reexcited to partner again this year with Dr. Srinath Sampath of PrepAccelerator to offer
preparatory sessions. Data shows these rigorous crash courses increase scores on anaverage of 2-3 points—and that’s signi�cant on a 36-point test!
An intensive, two-day training session open to Linworth, TWHS and WKHS students, will betaught online on February 7 and February 14, 2021. This opportunity will cost $200, a heavilydiscounted rate, and will include handouts, one printed ACT test with solutions, two onlineACT tests with printed solutions, and a printed handbook that contains cheat sheets, test-taking tips, and over 850 drills with solutions in English and Math. Click ACT Boot Camp formore information and to register for the training session.
2nd Nine Weeks Grades Updated in Infinite Campus asof Friday January 22, at 12 p.m.
Your child's 2nd nine weeks grades can be accessed through In�nite Campus and report cardscan be generated from the "Report" menu. If you wish to receive a printed copy of yourstudent's report card for the 2nd nine week grading period, please contact Penni Dow at 614-450-6296 or at [email protected] or Kate Weber at 614-450-6304 or at [email protected]
College & Career Planning for theClass of 2022: Junior NightPresentation
Junior students and parents/guardians! College and careerseason is here! As a guide to the college admission process,the TWHS School Counselors have created a video titled,"College & Career Planning for the class of 2022." You canwatch the video here: Junior Night Presentation.
This presentation will give you inside information on thecollege application process, what admissions is looking for,ACT/SAT, and how to start creating your list of potentialcolleges to apply to. Please watch the video and contact yourSchool Counselor with follow up questions!
Your TWHS School Counselors,Felicha Smith, Kelly Swearingen, Celeste Preisse, David Quart,and Stephanie Burns
Opportunity for Parents/Caregivers to Recognize StaffMembers
Attention Parents/Caregivers- would you like to recognize the positive impact that a staffmember has had on you or your child? The PBIS Team at TWHS would like to give you that
**SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS**
Class of '21: Last Chance to Orderyour Cap & Gown
**Seniors - LAST CHANCE!** This is the �nal week to orderyour cap and gown! The deadline is next Sunday, January 31st.Order your cap and gown on Buckeye Scholastic.
If you plan to use a sibling's gown or do not plan on walking,please let Mr. Brienza know immediately([email protected]).
opportunity. Please take 2 minutes and click here to complete the recognition form. ThankYou!
Attention All Male Students, Ages 17 Years and 3 Monthsor Above
If you are a male, aged 17 years and 3 months or above, you must register with the U.S.Selective Service System. It is the law. There are also many important bene�ts lost by failingto register including access to:
College loans and grantsJob training programsDelays in citizenship processing up to �ve yearsAll federal, and postal employment, as well as many state, municipal and contractor job
It only takes 45 seconds to register online at SSS.gov. IF you have any questions or concerns,please see Mrs. Weber in the counseling center.
DACC is Hosting Virtual Career Conversations forStudents
Career Conversations are 30 minute sessions for students to explore and ask questionsrelated to interesting career areas. Career areas to be featured are: Healthcare, Architecture,Fashion and Biomedical Engineering just to name a few. Career Conversations are open tomiddle and high school students. For additional information or to register please CLICK HERE.For questions please contact Lisa-Marie Reinhart at [email protected]
Attention Seniors: Apply for theDiploma of Distinction!
Important 2020-21 YearbookDeadline Dates for the Class of ‘21
Buy The Cardinal Yearbook today! Want more information?Check out our website!Purchase your Senior Ad page: Click on the Recognition Ad tabto create an account to purchase your Senior Ad Page by April14, 2021.
**School Community Connection**
TWHS Ice Hockey Fundraiser
The TWHS Ice Hockey Team is holding another foodyfundraiser! This time is at JT's Pizza on Monday, February 8th.Anyone who mentions TWHS Ice Hockey when they order willbe helping support the team. It applies to dine-in, carry-out anddelivery.
The Diploma of Distinction recognizes students for theirexcellence in academics, character, and service in one ormore speci�c subject areas. In order to be considered for aDiploma of Distinction, please complete this APPLICATIONby Friday, February 12, 2021. Late applications will not beaccepted. Diplomas of Distinction are currently available innine (9) areas: Project Lead the Way (PLTW), English, WorldLanguage, Theater Arts, Musical Arts, Service Learning andCareer Mentorship, Visual Arts, Entrepreneurship BusinessAcademy (EBA) and Science. Questions? Please email Mr.Quart at [email protected].
TWHS Football Fundraiser
The TWHS Football team is holding a fundraiser at JerseyMike's Subs on Monday, February 1st. Just mention ThomasWorthington Football when ordering or if ordering onlineplease put "Thomas Worthington Football" in the comments.
Jersey Mike's Subs905 N. High St.
Worthington, OH 43085(614) 505-0049
JT's Pizza(614) 718-9110
2390 W. Dublin Granville Rd.Columbus, Ohio 43234jtspizzacolumbus.com
Attendance Office Procedures for TWHS Students onAssigned "At School" Days
Parents/Guardians may contact the Attendance O�ce (messages can be left in English ORSpanish) by:
email at [email protected] or call 614-450-6291Click Attendance Philosophy & Procedure for important information regarding your child's
absence from school.
Conduct Daily Health Check Before School
Parents/Guardians: Please complete a daily health check of your child before they leave forschool.
Keep your child home if any of the following symptoms are present:Temperature 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher when taken by mouthNew or worsened coughLoss of taste or smellSore throatNasal congestion or runny noseNausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Keep your child home if two or more of the following symptoms are present:HeadacheBody AchesFatigue
**Please know that if your child is at school and develops any if these symptoms they will beisolated and a parent will be called for immediate pick up.
Cardinal Yearbook
Buy The Cardinal Yearbook today! For more informationCheck our our website!
FREE Meal Service Available for ALLTWHS Students During HybridSchedule
In addition to serving daily breakfast and lunch at school,breakfast and lunch will be made available for students to takehome at the end of each school day. Students may stop byRoom 119 on their way out of the building during dismissal to pick up meals for the next daywhen they are not in school. This is free for all students. If you have questions, please contactthe Worthington Schools Food Service Department HERE.
**Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTSO)**
Before and After School Guidelines for TWHS Students
Your support in following these guidelines is greatly appreciated. The safety of our students isour number one priority.Reminder: The gate located next to the tennis courts on Evening Street is closed during school
hours.
Student Drop off and Pick UpWalkers and Bike RidersBus Riders
TWHS 2021 Conference Night forTeachers and Staff
We are providing dinner for the staff on Tuesday, February 9,2021 during Parent/Teacher Conferences. We need your help.We are looking for monetary donations, gift cards, chipsand/or drinks. Please CLICK HERE to see how you can helpmake this happen for our teachers.
PTSO Meeting Dates Set for 2020-2021
The next PTSO meeting will be held via Zoom on March 16 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Click thePTSO tab for photos, announcements and other information.
TWHS PTSO Memberships Available
School Calendar updated on TWHSWebsite
Click on TWHS School Calendar to access the TWHS websitecalendar
February 1 TWHS Football Fundraiser at Jersey Mike's SubsFebruary 2: Deadline to register for ACT Boot CampFebruary 5: Homeroom Bell Schedule (8 min)February 7: ACT Boot Camp 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.February 8: TWHS Ice Hockey Fundraiser at JT's PizzaFebruary 8: Board of Education meeting 7:30 p.m.February 9: Parent/Teacher conferences 4:30 p.m.-8:10 p.m.February 11: Parent/Teacher Conferences 4:30 p.m.-8:10 p.m.February 12: Homeroom Bell Schedule (8 min)February 12: Deadline for Seniors to apply for the Diploma of DistinctionFebruary 14: ACT Boot Camp 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Our PTSO needs your support! The TWHS PTSO represents the parents, teachers and studentsof TWHS. We aspire to support our school’s mission by supporting the education of studentsby fostering relationships among the school, parents, students and teachers. Please considerjoining/donating to help make the 2020-21 school year a great experience for our students byclicking PTSO Membership Form.
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