LYNX Newsletter
February 2019, Volume 1, Number 6
Habits of Work: Preparing for the Future
Through LYNX experiences, our business and community partners reinforce the need for effective habits of work and "soft skills" in careers and the workplace, including the importance of communication, collaboration, accountability, responsibility, and initiative.
LYNX Student Showcase
LYNX Scholar Leads at the Independent Hose Company
"I grew up in the fire service. It has become a big part of my life, and I have learned so much from it. I want to be able to share with my peers the opportunities that I have acquired, and the LYNX program does just that." -- Zoe Carnegis, Class of 2021
Frederick City Police Department Partners with LYNX
LYNX Scholars Make College Connections!
University of Maryland
Frederick Community College
Public Safety & Emergency Management
Allied Health and Wellness
Trades & Vocational Training
English Learners Expand Their Horizons Through LYNX
Student Success Plans
Career and Technology Center
National Cancer Institute
LYNX Partners Continue to Support FHS Students!
Jake Craven
Noteable Progressions Music Therapy Services
The Pediatric Center
ADTEK Engineers
SoldierFit
Forensics
LYNX Experiences: Learning Beyond the Classroom
- Feb 5: FCC Computing and Business Technology (guest speaker)
- Feb 5: Scholarship Meeting for Seniors (presentation)
- Feb 6: FCPS Maintenance and Building Management (guest speaker)
- Feb 11: Scholarship Meeting for Seniors (presentation)
- Feb 12: SPLUNK Technology (guest speaker)
- Feb 19: Scholarship Meeting for Seniors (presentation)
- Feb 20: Preparing for the Future Through School Involvement (guest speaker)
- Feb 21: C. Burr Artz Public Library (off-campus experience)
- Feb 26: Maintenance Careers in Aviation - Part 1 (guest speaker)
- Feb 27: Financial Planning with Mr. Brad Young (guest speaker)
All FHS students (grades 9-12) can sign up to attend LYNX experiences! Students and parents can explore current options on the LYNX Choice Board.
Flexible and Personalized Education at FHS
Frederick High School operates on an extended daily schedule.
All FHS students (grades 9-12) can choose a traditional, staggered, or extended schedule for the 2019-20 school year.
Block 5 classes: Semester II - Spring 2019 (2:20-3:40 pm)
*English 9 - Mr. Dale
*Algebra II - Ms. Ptak
*Foundations of Computer Science - Ms. Bearce
LYNX Learning Lab: Did you know?
All FHS students (grades 9-12) can come to the LYNX Learning Lab (media center) for tutoring, independent study, collaborative work, and guest presentations with LYNX partners.
LYNX LEARNING LAB
Session I: 2:20 - 3:40 pm (daily)
FREE Dinner: 3:45-4:15 pm (daily) *bus at 4:15 pm
Session 2: 4:20 - 5:40 pm (T/W/R) *bus at 5:45 pm
Students should sign up before 2:15 pm on the day they plan to attend: Learning Lab Registration Form