High School Happenings
High School Happenings- October 19, 2023
Important Information:
***Parent/ Teacher Conferences: 11/7/23 : How to Sign Up ***
We will hold parent teacher conferences on Tuesday, 11/7/23. You may sign up for a 15-minute conference with your child's teacher(s) by clicking on the link below. The appointment defaults to a virtual appointment, but you may select "in-person" if you would prefer. The teachers are listed by department for your convenience. Sign ups will close 24 hours before the conference date so teachers can prepare for the conference. Not sure if you need a conference? Please feel free to email your child's teacher if you have questions or are on the fence.
How to Sign Up (please read this list in full before signing up):
- Click on the document below to access the Parent/ Teacher List Conference Sign Up links.
- Once on that page, you will see the individual teachers' appointment schedules as a link to the right of their names. Click there to access each teacher's availability. (Teachers have a break for their prep and lunch and are unavailable between 11:30-1:00).
- **Please be sure to select 11/7/23 on the calendar for the appointment slots to show up.* It will default to today. You must toggle the calendar over to Nov 7. Once you select that date, the appointment times will show up. ***
- If all appointment times are full, please email the teacher and they will make arrangements to talk with you at a mutually convenient time.
- (Remember- if you are signing up from your phone and not a computer- when you click on the PDF below, you will need to select the download -- it appears as a small down arrow at the top of your browser.)
Having Difficulty Signing Up?
- If you are having difficulty signing up, please contact our counseling secretaries for assistance:
Opted for In-Person?:
- If you opted for an in-person conference, please come to the main office to sign in on 11/7. Please arrive 10 minutes before your conference. The conference will take place in the teacher's classroom. Mrs. Wagner will direct you where to go upon arrival.
- If you have any issues when you arrive, please contact: 610-489-5000 x 25047
Homecoming Dance- Details so you know what to expect
Our Homecoming Dance is on Saturday, October 21, from 6:00pm-8:30pm.
Tickets were on sale all week. If you did not get a ticket, please see Mrs. Palmer in A201 immediately.
Details for the dance:
- Attire is semi-formal.
- ONLY current MHS students are able to attend- no outside guests.
- PLEASE DO NOT BRING OVERNIGHT BAGS to the dance; you will not be permitted in with them.
Doors open in the West Wing (Main entrance) at 5:50PM and no one will be admitted after 6:30PM. Talk to your parents about what this means as you should not plan to arrive early.
Parent drop-off will be via the bus lane in the front of the school. Please pull forward as much as possible. We will ask all traffic to exit left out of the bus lane onto Kriebel Mill after you drop off your child.
Students that have a school-issued parking permit can park in their spots in the student lot.
**Students that normally park at the church should get dropped off as we do not have access to the lot on the weekends.***
The dance ends at 8:30 PM. Students may leave 30 minutes prior to the end of the Semi – formal without direct parental permission. Any student wishing to leave more than thirty (30) minutes prior to the official end of the Semi-formal must provide MHS administration with an email or note signed by the parent/guardian in advance of the night of the event.
Parent pickup will be in the front of the school in the bus lane. Please pull forward as much as possible. You will again be prompted to turn left out of the bus lane to avoid the student parking lot.
There is no food at the event- It is recommended that you eat before the dance.
HOMECOMING Spirit Week- October 16- October 20
We've had a great Spirit Week! Here's a reminder for what is left:
- Friday- Class color Tshirt day
Yearbook Information:
Attention Senior Parents- The Yearbook Staff Needs Your Help!
See the attachment below for details:
2024 Yearbook Sales
It's time to reserve your yearbook! Please see the attached flyer for details.
From Home & School:
Home and School Needs YOU
Please consider signing up to support the Home and School Souper Lunch for Staff!
From the SEA:
You're Invited
Please see the attachment below for information on the SEA's next speaker: Cindy Duch. She will be hosting a discussion on "Building a Strong IEP." Registration details can be found on the attachment below.
Fire Department Opportunity
Lower Providence Fire Department and Worcester Fire Department, in partnership with Methacton School District, came together on Wednesday, October 11 and Friday, October 13, 2023 for the second year in a row, to kick off our 2023-24 joint recruitment program.
Over the past several decades there has been an overwhelming decline in recruitment and retention of volunteer firefighters. Locally, we are not immune to these challenges and have taken increased actions to overcome these obstacles. Not only have the numbers challenged volunteer agencies, but this same reduction of interested or qualified personnel have created a lack of candidates to fill career firefighter positions. Students today not only have the opportunity to learn this valuable trade to volunteer and serve their communities, but to make a lifelong fulfilling career in the emergency services. Regionally, full-time career opportunities in the fire/rescue industry are available like never before. As we continue to move forward and adapt to the ever changing and challenging volunteer environment, bringing students in to educate them on these opportunities is critical to not only our own community, but regionally as well.
The program is designed to identify talent and catch the attention of students who see the benefit of public service and take acute interest. Our program provides many benefits to students such as access to state-of-the-art public safety training centers, and the ability to learn people, teamwork, and decision-making leadership skills. The satisfaction of serving, especially in your own community in a time of need is also an unparalleled perk.
Lower Providence and Worcester Fire Departments serve as the primary providers of fire and rescue services in their respective communities, covering approximately 26 square miles. The agencies also provide mutual aid to our surrounding communities regularly. Combined, we respond to approximately 1100 emergencies per year and the numbers are climbing. In-station training is held weekly in the evening with many other options available. All training, certifications, equipment, and uniforms are covered 100%.
Last week we presented an overview of the both agencies to the entire student body at Methacton High School. Day one consisted of representatives from both agencies addressing the 9th grade in 16 separate sessions over a 3-hour time span. On day two we joined together and shared the program in three sessions, speaking to the 10th, 11th, and 12th grades throughout the morning.
At the conclusion of these orientation programs, students were provided the opportunity to register for Fire Department Recruitment Day. With a signed permission slip, students will be provided the opportunity to participate in an educational field trip to the fire stations in the coming weeks. The event will give prospective candidates the opportunity to participate in realistic firefighting and rescue skills in a controlled environment to gain an understanding of what first responders are challenged with daily, and as to whether or not public safety is a good fit.
We are excited about our new partnership and are looking forward to recruitment day. We will be sure to follow up with results. On behalf of both fire departments and their respective municipalities, we would like to say thank you to Superintendent Dr. David Zerbe and Methacton School District for not only their support, but for continuing these monumental events that will surely lead to great things. Lastly, we would be remiss if we did not acknowledge the students and their parents for their consideration, thank you!
If you missed this opportunity, or are interested in joining the fire company, candidates 14 years of age or older may contact recruitment@lpfire.com or join@worcesterfd.com. If there is any doubt, just reach out. Feel free to come by for a visit on your own terms to see what you are missing.
We would also like to recognize Battalion Chiefs Jamez Lentz, Andrew Raquet (83), Marc Travetti (83), Alex Davis (53) and Firefighter/EMT Morgan Reice (83) for their time and dedication.
Previously Shared Information:
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!
November 2nd will be our 1st Community Blood Drive !
This event will be held from 2:30pm- 7:30pm following our student blood drive that will be held the same day.
This Life Saving Community Event will be held in our Main Gym beginning at 2:30pm.
Please consider donating!
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!
From the School Counseling Office...
Please find important information from our School Counseling Office:
FALL 2023 SAT Registration Dates Have Been Released:
Go to your College Board account to register.
Test Dates:
- October 7- register by September 7
- November 4- register by October 5
- December 2- register by November 2
Methacton High School Look Ahead
Upcoming Events (subject to change):
October
October 20- Class color shirt day; Pep Rally Football v OJR Homecoming
October 21- Dance 6-8:30- semi-formal
October 25- Fire dept Recruitment day Gr 9 & 12 (Field Trip)
October 27- Football Crossover game
October 31- Halloween Contest at lunches (all costumes MUST be school appropriate)
November
November 2- Fire Dept rain day
November 2- Blood Drive
November 2- H&S Soup and Salad lunch
End of Marking Period 1
November 6- In Service Day
November 7- Conferences (see above for sign up details)
November 9- Jr achievement day w/ Gr. 11 in history
November 9- H&S 9:15 am
November 13- Faculty Mtg
November 15- Theater dress rehearsal
November 16- Fall Play - Mid Summers Night Dream
November 16- Apex Awards
November 17- Fall Play
November 18- Fall Play
November 22- OFF (Make-up Day #1 if needed)
November 23- OFF
November 24- OFF
November 27- Holiday decorating contest begins
December
December 18- Interims
December 20 - Winter Concert
December 21- Winter assembly Pd.1 Chorus, Band, Orchestra
December 22-January 2 OFF