SHS Spartan News
Week of April 12th, 2021 Week A
April Vacation
SAT/PSAT This Week
Below are details pertaining to our testing days on April 13th/14th at Scituate High School.
All 11th grade students will participate in the school day SAT on Tuesday, April 13th.
All 10th grade students will participate in the school day PSAT on Wednesday, April 14th.
The state is requiring that RI high schools administer the college board suite of assessments on those specific days
11th grade room assignment CLICK HERE (student access only)
10th grade room assignment CLICK HERE (student access only)
Digital Testing Resources for students: CLICK HERE
Tuesday, April 13th:
All 11th grade students will arrive to school in person
Grades 9, 10, & 12: All students in grades 9, 10, and 12 WILL NOT report to school. Students will distant learn from home. Those students will not join a google meet and will be given independent work ahead of Tuesday.
Wednesday, April 14th:
All 10th grade students will arrive to school in person
Grades 9, 11, & 12: All students in grades 9, 11, and 12 WILL NOT report to school. Students will distant learn from home. Those students will not join a google meet and will be given independent work ahead of Tuesday.
COVID-19 Safety
For everyone’s safety, students will follow all in person safety procedures. All students will wear a mask and will be in an assigned seat, six feet apart from anyone. Each proctor room will maintain Group A, Group B, and Distant Learning students. Students with symptoms or who are under quarantine should not come to school and should have a parent call 647-4120
Transportation
Arrival: Students in grade 11 should arrive at school no later than 7:45 AM.
Families that are distant learning and are unable to arrange transportation should contact FirstStudent at 275-0256 to arrange a bus to and/or from school.
Dismissal: If a student needs a ride, they are able to take the bus at 2:00 PM and can wait in the HS cafeteria or have permission to drive home or be picked up.
Lunch and Snacks
The College Board builds in scheduled snack and lunch breaks. Students will be provided with snacks and lunch and will be scheduled to go to the cafe during that time. Students may also bring their own water or snacks if they prefer
Below are some important reminders for testing
All testers should bring a fully charged chromebook and a charger
All students should bring a set of headphones/earbuds. We have headphones for students who may not have them. Bluetooth headsets are not allowed
Students should arrive at school on time, well-rested, and should also eat a good breakfast
Students will be given short breaks throughout the day however, the test will take about four hours to complete
Students should not bring backpacks, cell phones, personal electronic devices, or smart watches into the testing classroom
SAT/PSAT Makeup
New student room lists will be released before April 28th
Spring Vacation Travel
End of Quarter Three
Report cards will be emailed on Monday, April 26th
SHS Changing Learning Model
Thank you parents and guardians for completing the learning model survey! All student "tracks will be changed in our Powerschool system.
Seniors who chose full in person will begin on Monday, April 26th
Students in grades 9, 10, & 11 who chose full in person will begin on May 3rd
In-Person Reminders
- Families must complete the daily attestation form which will be text messaged each morning and is found on our school website
- Mute video when on a meet in the building
- Follow one way hallways
- Sanitize any shared objects such as desks
- Sit six feet apart when possible or three feet when needed
- Sit in a seat as directed by the teacher each class
- When at lunch and only 2 at a picnic table
- All in-person students must complete the lunch survey for contact tracing
- Doors open no sooner than 7:35 AM and class begins at 7:45 AM
- If you need a break, drink, ect. Just ask your teacher to go into the hall
- If you are not feeling well or need to quarantine, you need to tell the school! Call 647-4120 and your teachers will be notified that you will temporarily distant learn.
Q and A Learning Model Change
Q: Will DL and in person students still be in hybrid classrooms together and therefore on their Chromebooks most of the day?
A: The same model of live google meets will continue for the remainder of the year. With more students in person, we are hoping there is less screen time for in person students. The model has gotten MUCH better since the fall.
Q: Option 1 says there will be no distance learning from home, but if they have a symptom or need to quarantine will they still be able to distance learn on those days?
A: That is correct- Students can still have the option to distance learn (and are encouraged to do so) if they have symptoms or are under quarantine.
Q: Will students still be at least 6 feet apart during lunches (and any time when masks are off)?
A: Our lunch setup has always been 6 feet side to side and four feet right to left. All students will have an option to eat outside dependent on weather.
Q: How is the school determining the number of students per classroom capacity for air quality besides the 3-6 feet apart rule (such as stores who are allowed so many people per a specified square footage)?
A: Our class cap is 25 (though most classes are much smaller) and we have been told (RIDOH and CDC) that with the HEPA air filters, masks, and windows, this is appropriate and safe.
Q: Will windows again be opened & fans used in classrooms weather permitting or are you relying on the HVAC system?
A: Fans are back in classrooms for use on warmers days and HEPA filters are still in place
Q: If I choose DL, will my child get the same education as in person?
A: We are committed to giving students the best education possible. We are continuing the same digital model that we have used all year. Teachers have been creative with including students from home in lessons. If there is an in person lesson that can't take place from home, some teachers have allowed DL students to come to school with a negative Binax test from our clinic.
--Students Displaying any Symptoms
Unfortunately, we are not at the end of the pandemic yet. We are asking that students and parents continue to pay close attention to any symptoms before attending school or a practice/game.
If any student is experiencing symptoms, they should err on the side of caution and stay home. If you are on one of our teams and there is a positive COVID-19 case, the entire team will be under quarantine. Please stay home and get tested if needed. If a student tests positive and was in school, we ask that parents contact the school so that we can get a "head start" on any contact tracing.
Thank you for your anticipated partnership
COVID-19 or Allergies?
From National Honor Society
Our Induction Ceremony date has changed and will now occur on Wednesday, May 12th at 6:00 PM. This new date will give us two full weeks after spring break.
All senior National Honor Society students should make sure their slide and Senior NHS Ceremony quote form are complete ASAP.
All new junior inductees should visit the google classroom and complete their slideshow and the Juniors Ceremony Info form ASAP.
from Rhode Island Honor Society
Congratulations to our seniors who have earned membership in RIHS, an honor awarded to seniors who have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher. Emails notifying those seniors were sent this past week. Seniors wishing to be included in the RIHS slideshow must follow the directions in that email and complete their slide in the google classroom ASAP.
The school is currently in the planning stages for an induction ceremony. NHS and RIHS members will get information about that ceremony through the google classroom.
From Mr. Reed
Opening Weekend Fishing Tournament
Sponsored by the the Scituate PE/Health Dept & the Adventure Club
Weekend of April 10th and 11th
Please join us in our first ever virtual Scituate Student/Staff fishing tournament
Send your info to mark.reed@scituateschoolsri.net
Submit entry by monday april 12
Include:
Name, age, grade, school, picture of you with your fish,
Optional: length and weight
Must be a Scituate student or staff member to participate
Don't forget to hold that fish out for the camera!
Remember fish only in legal fishing waters
If you are 15 or older you must have a freshwater fishing licence.
For more information about obtaining a fishing licence see:
“The prizes are small but the experience is priceless!”-Mr Reed
Draft SHS End of Year Events
Class of 2021
Class of 2021 Fundraiser
Dear Community Business Member:
The Scituate High School senior class of 2021 are inviting you to become a sponsor to support them as they approach their prom and graduation.
Sponsorship funds generated will support the senior class of 2021 to help offset the cost of the prom tickets and provide complimentary tickets to students applicable. In this challenging year, we would like to show our seniors special appreciation for their hard work and commitment to learning.
Your company/business name will be included in the 2021 Scituate High School Graduation Program which will be distributed to graduates and their guests on graduation day, June 11.
Attached is a form for your review. If you would like to participate, please return the completed form with payment or if you prefer, you may mail it to the school directly.
This sponsorship opportunity is a great way to advertise while supporting the Scituate High School class of 2021 students!
Scituate Schools now providing BINAX COVID-19 Testing to Student Athletes and Staff
COVID-19 Testing for students athletes and SHS staff will continue on Thursday, March 4th. Please see the updated parent/student letter and the new link to signup for a timeslot. Thank you!
Full DL to Full In-Person
COVID-19 Daily Screener
Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM)
Computer Integrated Manufacturing:
Additionally, a group of CIM students were tasked with making raised gardening beds for North Scituate Elementary that could withstand any weather conditions. In 8 class-hours Cole Frederickson, Jack Campbell, Louis Tourony, and Mike Rambone were able to model, order materials, manufacture, and deliver 12 raised beds.
Civil Engineering and Architecture
From Social Studies
From Science
STEAM Opportunities for Families
2021 National Math Festival
Online: April 16-18, 2021
Join NGCP at the National Math Festival (NMF), with hands-on, interactive activities for youth of all ages, plenty of booths to visit and pick up resources for math play at home or in the classroom, and engaging films and lively math talks to round out the program. Visit the NGCP booth to learn more about our resources and meet our team. NMF is free and open to the public, with activities designed for all ages, from very young children to adults. Register.
Save the Bay Summer BayCamps 2021
During our week-long, full- and half-day camps, children attending BayCamp enjoy hands-on exploration of Rhode Island’s greatest natural resource: Narragansett Bay. With activities including everything from critters to crafts, there’s a camp for every child who loves the outdoors. Camps are available for students who have finished kindergarten through 7th grade. Space is still available, register here.
NEED Club Survey
April 23rd Webinar- Prevention
Please join FCD Prevention Works for an upcoming webinar
Conversation Starters:
How to Talk Prevention
with Teens Transitioning Out of High School
Effective substance misuse prevention education and health promotion require faculty and staff to be engaged and prepared in their everyday prevention roles. Parents and other family members also play a vital role when it comes to the prevention of teen alcohol and other drug misuse.
Teens transitioning out of high school are ready to make independent choices about alcohol and other drugs. How can we prepare them for these decisions without overwhelming them during this exciting yet challenging time? Knowing how to start the prevention conversation with students is crucial.
Spartan Athletics
Students, Parents/Guardians, Registration for Spring Season 2 sports is now open. These sports include Baseball, Softball, Boys and Girls Lax, Boys Tennis, Boys and Girls Track, Boys Volleyball, and Golf. We are still waiting for word on wrestling and Competitive cheer. If your child is interested in participating in any of these sports please register at https://scituate-ar.rschooltoday.com/ as soon as possible.
As always feel free to contact me with any issues or concerns.
Thanks
Sal Gelsomino
Athletic Director Scituate High School
sal.gelsomino@scituateschoolsri.net
(401) 226-1359
Girl's Lacrosse Welcomes New Coach!
Math teacher, computer science teacher, and now... Lacrosse coach!
From RIIL
Volleyball Spectator Rules
Football Spectator Rules
Scituate Community
From Scituate Youth Basketball (SYB) and Scituate Recreation
SYB need lots of helpful kids!!! Service hours for, Scituate Foster Little League. Students would be getting stuff ready for our season. Also helping coaches prep/line fields, and concession and more
The rec dept.also needs students for summer camp counselors (paid) and lifeguards. Scituate rec will pay students to get trained. Please feel free to call or text anytime.
Thanks for your help.
Erin Pannone
Scituate Youth Basketball (SYB)
401-741-1147
Scituate Foster Little League
From our Athletic Booster Club
Visit our Athletic Website
Non-Discrimination
The Scituate School Department has released an updated non-discrimination policy. Please note that our Scituate High School 2018-2019 student and parent handbook was printed before the new statement was released. Therefore, the non-discrimination policy in this year's handbook is out of date. The current policy with updates is as follows:
The Scituate School Department does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, national origin, color, creed, political affiliation or disability in any of its educational programs and activities, and in employment and application for employment, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1965, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and other federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Equal Employment Officer, P.O. Box 188, North Scituate, Rhode Island 02857, Telephone: (401) 647-4100; Email: EEO@ScituateSchoolsRI.net. You may also direct inquiries directly to: Office for Civil Rights (Boston Office), U.S. Department of Education, 8th Floor, 5 Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109-3921, Telephone: (617) 289-0111; Facsimile: (617) 289-0150; Email: OCR.Boston@ed.gov. If you require an accommodation to attend a meeting or program at a school, call the Equal Employment Officer at least two business days in advance of the meeting or program.