Hornet Buzz
October 18, 2020
Message from the Principal
Dear Hornet Nation,
This week's Hornet Buzz focuses on students return to school and all the many aspects that need to be considered for the safety of all students and staff. Please click on each button below and carefully read the many guidelines and procedures. This is a comprehensive list so please take your time and carefully read each. You will want to save this week's edition for future reference.
The following students will return to school on the following dates:
Grade 9, Last name A-K will return on October, 28. A-days will be Mon. and Wed.
Grade 9, Last name L-Z will return on October 29. B-days will be Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Grade 12, Last name A-K will return on November 2. A-days will be Mondays and Wednesdays.
Grade 12, Last name L-Z will return on November 5. B-days will be Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Grade 10, Last name A-K will return on November 16. A-days will be Mondays and Wednesdays.
Grade 10, Last name L-Z will return on November 17. B-days will be Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Grade 11, Last name A-K will return on November 16. A-days will be Mondays and Wednesdays.
Grade 11, Last name L-Z will return on November 17. B-days will be Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Please note:
* When there is a holiday, we will not alter the schedule. A/B days will follow the day of the week ie--Monday/Wed=A day, Tuesday/Thursday=B day.
**Grades 10 and 11 will remain on a virtual schedule until November 16.
We Are....Great Mills!!!
Sincerely,
Dr. Heibel
Virtual Students
If a student is not participating in in-person learning, they will be online in the Schoology platform accessing the same content as those meeting face to face. While they will be online Monday-Friday, students may be able to participate in some whole group instruction through Google Meets, view screencasts or video instruction, complete independent activities via Schoology, and have dedicated individual assistance on Fridays. Teachers have all of those instructional options available and are mastering how best to use the tools to facilitate learning. Since the teachers will be instructing students in-person Monday - Thursday, simultaneously instructing students virtually for every lesson will be challenging and we want parents to be aware that there is a difference. Teachers can check progress in multiple ways such as Google Meets, email communication, or progress monitoring in Schoology.
FAQ Returning to School
Staying Healthy and Safe: FAQ
Hybrid Schedule
B Day (Students L-Z)
Virtual
Hybrid Schedule for November and Decemeber
The Counselor Corner
Your school counselor is here to support you! Any student that wants to make an appointment with their school counselor should complete the Counselor Appointment Request Form. We value instructional time and will make all appointments outside of synchronous learning. This form should NOT be used for emergencies.
Student Self-Help
We now know that returning to school this year has been anything but “normal”. You may be feeling lots of different emotions including anxiety, sadness, worry, anger, tiredness, and restlessness. You may even feel all these different things all in one day - this is a normal reaction to these highly unusual and not normal times! Below are a few ideas from Teen Mental Health First Aid about ways to manage your emotions and take care of yourself. Take a look.
Senior Cap and Gown
SENIORS: Check out a message from Jostens about ordering your Cap/Gowns and other graduation items. Graduation is June 4th and will be here before you know it! Check out this important information.
Parent Help with Schoology
Parents and guardians can check out helpful tips for using Schoology and how best to assist your child with online learning. Click on the link below:
Drive-in Movie
Are you ready for Halloween? Tri-M is hosting a drive-in movie event at Great Mills High School! Join us in the student parking lot on October 30th for a viewing of The Nightmare Before Christmas. Ticket sales begin at 6:30 pm, and the movie starts at 7. Ticket sales start at $10 for a car of 4 people or less and $15 for a vehicle of 5+ people (cash only). Bring your own snacks! We can't wait to see you out there!
Light House Productions
Corollary Sports Program
- The SMCPS Corollary Sports Program has returned! The Corollary Sports Program is offered as an alternative program to the mainstream high school athletics program. Programs that are offered are Bocce Ball, Cycling, and Bowling. Practices are held after school twice a week. Sign up today to participate in the Corollary Sports Program by completing the paperwork through Family ID. For student participation in the program, an updated physical that is less than a year old is required. For additional information contact Anna L. Routzahn, Coordinator of Adapted Physical Education and Corollary Sports at alroutzahn@smcps.org or 301-475-5511, extension 32212. Corollary Sports Flyer
Excellence in Online Teaching
Help us recognize Excellence in Online Teaching. There are incredible examples across our school system of educators who have demonstrated caring and connectedness with their students. You can nominate a teacher using THIS FORM
PTSA Membership
SMCPS Bus Locator App
Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) and Online Platforms form:
Parents/Students:
As we navigate the virtual learning world, we need to make sure that we are taking the proper safety precautions to ensure student success. Just like in years past, we are asking all students or their parents to complete the Acceptable Use form for online learning by September 30, 2020. Parent Permission - SMCPS Acceptable Use Policy and Online Platforms. Be advised that the AUP form authorizes students to utilize these applications necessary for instruction and have been sending some variation of this AUP form out over the past several years.
Meal Benefit Services
Free Meals Program: https://www.smcps.org/news/free-meal-program-reinstated
Online Meal Benefits Application
Hornet Strong Brick Project
Consider giving a Hornet Strong Personalized Brick for a recent graduate or alumni.
Go to the Great Mill website click on Quick Links the Hornet Strong Brick project or click on the link below."
https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZHAD2XN2Q00TOS_ZZJYPZR8T40ROI3
Great Mills High School
Email: mjheibel@smcps.org
Website: https://schools.smcps.org/gmhs/
Location: 21130 Great Mills Road, Great Mills, MD, USA
Phone: (301) 863-4001
Twitter: @GMHS_SMCPS
For Our Spanish Speaking Families
¡Saludos! Para leer en español, hay un botón para traducir en la esquina superior derecha de los anuncios de Smore cuando se abre por primera vez. Pueden hacer clic en el botón y después selecciona de la lista de lenguas disponibles