PHSC Parent Bulletin
Week of April 1, 2019
8 Weeks to G0!!
Spreading Pawsitivity
THIS IS YOUR TEAM
Student matters are assigned to administrators and counselors (alphabetically by student's last name) as follows:
Administrators
Dr. Twana Black - A-E
Susan Caudill - F-L
Richard Cooper- M-Ri
Dr. Michael Jackson - Ro-Z
Counselors
Jennifer Dashner - A-E (NCAA)
Maria Perez - F-L
Lynn Dembski - M-Ri (Career Center)
Julie Brunner - Ro-Z (Dept Chair)
Email: stacy_tennenbaum@plsd.us
Website: pickerington.k12.oh.us
Location: 300 Opportunity Way, Pickerington, OH, USA
Phone: (614) 548-1800
Facebook: facebook.com/PickeringtonHighSchoolCentral/
Twitter: @PHSC_Tigers
DATES FOR PLANNING PURPOSES
March 29: Senior original quote due to English teacher/ Letter of intent to audition for speech
April 3: 2 hour delay - regular Delay schedule - no intersessions
April 10-14: Spring Musical (school show April 12)
April 19: No School - Good Friday - Office is closed
April 22: No School - Professional Learning Day
April 24: Blood Drive 8:30-2:00 pm
April 26: Prom Pep Rally https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1conPdh__etEFcarHqC3fEUgjAVqMc1N__lMAdDiY5Vo/edit?usp=sharing
April 29: Distinguished Honors Banquet (by invitation)
Prom: April 27 at the WigWam/After Prom 11:30 pm- 2:30 am PHSC
May 1: 2 Hour Delay - Regular delay schedule (no intersessions)
May 20: Senior Walk out at 2:30 pm
May 20: Mandatory Graduation Practice at World Harvest at 5:15 pm
May 21: Last Day for Seniors
May 24: Last Day of School ( The Path rewards Day) . Release at 12:55 pm
Graduation: May 25 4:00 pm
Tiger Tales Literary Collection
The PATH
Activities and Events
Tennis vs Waverly 4:30 pm
Softball vs Bishop Hartley 5:15 pm
Track at Trotwood Madison 5:00 pm
March 30:
Boys Lacrosse vs Wooster 2:30 pm
Volleyball Quad 10:00 am
April 2:
Volleyball at Dublin Coffman 7:00 pm
Tennis vs Westerville Central 4:00 pm
Tract at Dublin Jerome 5:00 pm
Softball vs Olentangy 5:15 pm
Girls Lacrosse vs Westerville North 7:00 pm
April 3:
Tennis vs Granville 4:00 pm
April 4:
Boys Lacrosse vs Upper Arlington 7:30 pm
Volleyball vs Hilliard Davidson 6:30 pm
Girls Lacrosse at Upper Arlington 7:00 pm
April 5:
Baseball at North 5:00 pm
Spring Music Events
May 8:
Choir Concert 7:00 pm
May 9:
Orchestra Concert 7:00 pm
May 16:
Memorial Day Band Concert 7:00 pm
After Prom 2019 - Volunteers and donations are needed!
Parents/Guardians/Staff of PHSC Students, we need your support! The PHSC After Prom is just around the corner (Saturday, April 27 at 11:30 pm - 2:30 am in the PHSC commons/gym/field house)! This event provides a safe and fun environment for juniors and seniors after the Prom. NOTE: 11th & 12th grade students do NOT have to attend the prom to enjoy the After Prom event.
Students will enjoy inflatables (such as human fooseball, mechanical bull, laser tag, mechanical meltdown, obstacle course, etc.), photo booth, DJ, Wii games, driving simulator, card games, and more - along with food & drink (donated by area businesses and organizations), all of which is included in the admission ticket price.
And, to encourage the students to stay for the entire duration of the event, we'll be giving away great door prizes (gift cards, gift certificates, TV, etc.) throughout the night.
You can help by either donating your time (set-up, pick up food, serve food, monitor inflatables & other activities, help with prize table, clean up) or by donating gift cards, money, or other needed items.
All donations are tax deductible, to the extent allowed by law. Cash/check (payable to PHSC PTO) donations will be used to help pay for After Prom expenses. The gift cards will be used as door prizes. Gift Card donations, of any denomination, would be sincerely appreciated. Donations may be dropped off to the PHSC office anytime prior to the event (ideally no later than the Wednesday before After Prom).
Thank you for your support! Please click on the link below to sign up!
2 Hour Delay Wednesday
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-lx6_gKR2Tga80DdHZ3E5vSJsq4oqlyop9u1Uqt2KfA/edit?usp=sharing
Counseling Corner
Fairfield County Career Readiness Expo
Attention Juniors and Seniors! Explore career opportunities right here in your county-whether looking for a summer job or a full time career, this is the place to go! On April 4 from 4-7:30 pm at Fairfield Career Center, speak with over 30 local employers and learn how you can earn between $12-$18 per hour with opportunities to build great careers or earn money to help pay for college! Please register to attend at www.fairfield33.com.
AIR Testing
Here are the spring test dates:
April 10 English Language Arts 1
April 11 English Language Arts 2
April 12-15 ELA 1 and 2 makeup and re-testing
April 24 Geometry
April 25 Government
April 26 Biology
April 29 Algebra
April 30 American History
May 2-10 Make-up and Retesting
Seniors, what will you be doing after graduation?
Seniors who have decided their future plans, are invited to stop by the counseling office to pick up a pennant to fill out with their name and the name of the career, training, college or military branch that they will be attending. We will be displaying these pennants in our halls so that all of our PHSC family can congratulate them!
Scholarships
Seniors should be checking the scholarships list on Naviance regularly, as many local scholarships have been posted and have March deadlines! Questions about a scholarship applications? See Mrs. Asch in the Counseling Office.
Juniors and Seniors should check out cb.org/opportunity for multiple scholarship opportunities.
Junior College/Career Planning
PHSC School Counselors presented important college and career information to all Juniors in their POD and Government classes, prior to spring break. Students were given a Junior Handbook with many tips on the college search and application process, college visits, financial aid timeline, using Naviance to help with career and college planning and ACT/SAT information. Copies of the Junior Handbook can be found at https://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/pickerington-central-high/school-counselors/
AP Testing 2018-2019
AP Testing fees have been added to Infinite Campus.
The cost of each AP test is $94. Due to a grant, students will pay $86.99 for each AP Test instead of $94. Students who qualified for free/reduced lunch by December 1, 2018, can have their testing fee waived.
AP Testing is May 6th-May 17, 2019
Questions regarding AP Testing should go to Mrs. Dashner or Mrs. Caudill
Summer Opportunities
Summer is the perfect time for high school students to do a little resume building for their future college, scholarship, and job applications! College admissions counselors love to see their applicants continue their learning all summer long. We have been posting a variety of great summer programs and jobs for high school students on Naviance under the college page and then enrichment. We also have a bulletin board in the hallway outside of our office where we post summer job opportunities. Students may also find summer programs by going to https://www.studenteducationprograms.com/ohio/
Please make sure to apply before the deadlines.
Into The Woods
James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching.
The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
One of Sondheim's most popular works, Into the Woods is a musically sophisticated show with the opportunity to feature actors adept at dark comedy. Designers will especially enjoy highlighting the fantastical elements of this magical word.
Tickets are on sale now on the Pickerington High School Central Website in the box office.
Graduation Updates and Information
1. Cords and sashes are only permitted if they meet Board requirements of NHS member or a Distinguished Scholar.
2. Hats may not be decorated.
3. Jeans, Tennis shoes and flip flops are not permitted.
4. All students must ride the bust to World Harvest - meet at Central at 2:30.
5. We respectfully request that the Audience and Graduates refrain from yelling, screaming or cheering during the ceremony.