Springbrook Weekly Digest
Week of September 10
A Message from Ms. Valentine, Principal
Greetings, Students, Staff, and Families,
We've had a successful second week of school with a celebratory fall pep rally that included the introduction of sports teams, competitive games, Blue Devil cheers, and great fun! We look forward to this week. Should you plan to attend our SBHS v. PBHS away Varsity Football game, be sure to rock your blue AND read the Tier 2 Safety expectations for attending the game.
In this issue:
- Schedule for the week
- Activity buses
- Athletics - Tier 2 safety measure for football games and theme for football games
- Chipotle Fundraiser Sponsored by PTSA - Come out and support Sept 13th, Cherry Hill Rd
- COVID-19 Update
- Audition for the fall play
- See Pics from our fall pep rally
- Picture day for grade 9 -11 students - Coming Sept 18 & Sept 19
- Class of 2024 - Senior pictures and merchandise
- Class of 2026 - Last day to purchase grade 10 (sophomore) merchandise - Sept 14th
Warm regards,
Stephanie Valentine
Principal
Springbrook High School
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Activity Buses Run Tuesday - Thursday
Rep Springbrook Themes at Varsity Football Games
Protocols and Procedures
- handwashing often
- covering coughs and sneezes
- remaining home when unwell
- Home-testing kits may be made available for students developing symptoms during the school day.
- System-wide distribution before long breaks from school will depend on local conditions.
- Students with possible symptoms of COVID-19 will be sent home with an at-home rapid test to be administered by parent/caregiver. Students may return to school if the test is negative and the student feels well enough to participate in school.
- Parents/caregivers should notify our attendance secretary, Ms. Chantal Louis-Charles at Chantal_M_Louis-Charles@ mcpsmd.org or our main office secretary, Ms. Anzures at Veronica_M_EspinozaAnzures if absence is due to COVID-19 and follow CDC recommendations for isolation and return to work and school
- Staff should contact their resource teacher or manager, and Ms. Cathy Thompson at Catherine_M_Thompson@mcpsmd.org
- Fall 2023 Reopening Guide
- Things to Know: Back to School community message (8/24/2023)
- MCPS COVID-19 Information Portal
Blue Devils Audition for the Fall Play - Sept 13 - 14; For More Details Read Below
Picture Day for Students
Victor O'Neill Studios (VOS) is coming on Monday, September 18, and Tuesday, September 19, 2023, to take student portraits.
- Students will take their individual photos during English or ELD classes.
- Staff may take their photos these days as well.
Images will be available to view and purchase approximately two weeks following our school's picture day. Save time and Pre-order online here: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001030579#login
Welcome to Your Senior Year Class of 2024
1. Senior Packages
- Seniors will choose from 4 senior packages. Please click here to review the packages. Packages will be available in September 2023. Watch this space to learn when packages may be purchased.
2. Senior Shirts
- Seniors, purchase your senior shirts by going to https://www.schoolcashonline.com/ beginning August 15, 2023.
3. Senior Portrait Information
- Victor O'Neill Studios (VOS) is the official school photographer this school year.
- Senior portrait makeup photos will be held October 16-18 from 3:00 - 8:00 PM. A portrait link will be emailed to students, parents, and caregivers in early September. There is no cost for your yearbook photo.
- Click to view sample senior portrait images: Photos
- Click to see what to expect at your senior portrait session: Video
- For senior portrait questions, email VOS at seniors@vosphoto.com or call VOS photo at
PSAT Testing Information
- The PSAT is offered at no cost to Grade 10 students. Grade 10 students will be automatically registered.
- Performance on the PSAT counts towards the National Merit Scholarship in the 11th grade year. As a result, grade 11 students will be registered for the assessment. Grade 11 students will pay a fee of $15.40 for the PSAT
- Students may pay online or bring cash/check to Ms. Diaz in the financial office.
- This fall, the PSAT/NMSQT will be administered in a digital format, which will provide an overall easier testing experience for students. Students will test using their MCPS-issued Chromebook.
- If you or your student has questions regarding the PSAT, please contact your student's counselor. Watch this video to see what students can expect from the digital PSAT/NMSQT.
Order by Sept 14th
Safety is extremely important to our Blue Devil Community!
Blue Devils, please remember the SBHS See Something, Say Something Initiative. If you've seen something concerning at school, please use this QR code to report the incident. Providing details, location, and timeframe is really helpful.Springbrook High School
Email: Stephanie_Z_Valentine@mcpsmd.org
Website: https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/springbrookhs/
Location: 201 Valley Brook Drive, Silver Spring, MD, USA
Phone: 240-740-3800
Twitter: @SBHSPrinc