East News Flash
February 7, 2020
School Announcements
- Health Update: Coronavirus
- Final Exam Grade Waiver and Exemption Guidelines
- Informational Meeting About Drug Trends
- Keep the Neighborhood Clean
- Coaches Versus Cancer
- 2020 Graduation Ceremony Details
- Bowman Middle School Auction
PTSA & Booster Club News
Senior Reunions
Scholarships
Student Organization & Club News- Application Courses
Health Update: Coronavirus
Plano ISD works to maintain a safe and healthy environment for students and staff. In this effort, the district follows the guidance of national and local officials to help protect students from communicable diseases. District officials are aware of the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. Families are encouraged to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s website for more information. Based on information provided to Plano ISD, it is our understanding that there are no confirmed cases in Collin County. However, the district continues to monitor the situation and follow guidance from federal and/or state authorities.
To ensure the risk of novel coronavirus spread in the United States remains low, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security is implementing restrictions on entry into the United States from the People’s Republic of China. In a complementary action, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is implementing public health measures to monitor and quarantine entering travelers who are at risk of carrying novel coronavirus. These measures were implemented February 2, 2020, and are in line with the presidential proclamation issued by President Trump on January 31, 2020.
The U.S. Department of State continues its Level 4: Do Not Travel Advisory for China. Based on this, commercial airlines have reduced or altogether suspended routes to and from China.
All flights from China are being funneled through a limited number of U.S. airports to ensure consistent screening and handling of incoming passengers who may have been exposed to novel coronavirus. The CDC will require 14 days of monitoring or quarantine for entering travelers who are at risk for coronavirus according to CDC-established parameters. The CDC is updating and maintaining guidance on entry into the United States on its novel coronavirus website at: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html.
For further information about novel coronavirus and healthy habits, visit the following websites:
· Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
· Texas Department of State Health Services
· Collin County Health Care Services
Plano ISD staff will continue to closely monitor this rapidly evolving situation. We will inform our community as we receive updates, information and resources. If you have further questions regarding Plano ISD processes related to coronavirus or other contagious illnesses, please contact your school nurse, or the Plano ISD Health Services Department at 469-752-5991.
Thank you for your partnership. Together, we can keep our community healthy and safe.
Final Exam Grade Waiver and Exemption Guidelines
9th, 10th and 11th grade AP/IB final exam waiver
Students enrolled in AP or IB courses for the second semester may be eligible for a grade waiver from the final exam if the following conditions exist:
· A minimum overall 2nd semester average of 80 (per class) and a minimum grade of 80 in the 4th nine weeks grading period
· Student takes the National AP/IB exam for that course in May
· Student has no more than nine absences during the second semester of the AP/IB class
· Student have no more than five tardies in the AP/IB class
· Student has no major disciplinary violations resulting in ISS, OSS or alternative school placement
· Student has no outstanding fees, fines, debts or unreturned school property
· Student takes the semester exam on the scheduled date and time, or in the case of an excused absence, during the make-up exam time
To qualify for the waiver, students must report to class on the day of the exam and take the final exam for the course. If the exam grade benefits the student’s final semester average, the exam grade will be averaged with the semester grade.
If a student has an unexcused absence for the scheduled exam period, the student forfeits the exam waiver and will take the exam for credit.
Final exam exemption for seniors
Seniors may qualify for exemption from final exams in non AP/IB courses during the second semester if the following conditions exist:
· A minimum overall semester average of 85 (per class) and a minimum grade of 85 in the 4th nine weeks grading period
· Student has no more than nine absences during the second semester of the class
· Student has no more than five tardies in the class
· Student has no major disciplinary violations resulting in ISS, OSS or alternative school placement
· Student has no outstanding fees, fines, debts or unreturned school property
Seniors may qualify for exemption from final exams in AP/IB courses during the second semester if the following conditions exist:
· A minimum overall 2nd semester average of 80 (per class) and a minimum grade of 80 in the 4th nine weeks grading period
· Student takes the National AP/IB exam for that course in May
· Student has no more than nine absences during the second semester of the AP class
· Student has no more than five tardies in the AP/IB class
· Student has no major disciplinary violations resulting in ISS, OSS or alternative school placement
· Student has no outstanding fees, fines, debts or unreturned school property
· Student takes the semester exam on the scheduled date and time, or in the case of an excused absence, during the make-up exam time
Seniors in AP/IB courses who choose not to take the national exam may also qualify for exemption if the following conditions are met:
· A minimum overall semester average of 85 (per class) and a minimum grade of 85 in the 4th nine weeks grading period
· Student has no more than nine absences during the second semester of the class
· Student has no more than five tardies in the class
· Student has no major disciplinary violations resulting in ISS, OSS or alternative school placement
· Student has no outstanding fees, fines, debts or unreturned school property
Additional information for seniors
Exempt students may choose to take the exam. If the exam grade benefits the student’s final semester average, the exam grade will be averaged with the semester grade.
Seniors who have earned an exemption from the exam must report to the gymnasium for the exam period. During this time, the student’s attendance will be recorded. Failure to show up to the gym during the scheduled exam will result in an unexcused absence.
If the student has an unexcused absence for the scheduled exam period, the student forfeits the exam exemption and must take the exam for credit.
Informational Meeting About Drug Trends
LET’S HAVE A REAL CONVERSATION ABOUT VAPES AND DRUGS
Thursday, February 20th, 2020
7:00 pm in the PESH Theatre
Plano East Senior High would like to invite you to join us in the theatre for an informational meeting about drug trends happening in Plano ISD, specifically at Plano East and surrounding schools. This parent meeting will be an open and honest conversation featuring individuals who have first hand experience with drugs in our community.
Special guest speakers include:
Brandon Gibson, PISD K9 Handler
Dr. Irene Little, Clinical Director/CEO Access Counseling Group
Sergeant Paul Malcom, Plano Police Department/Narcotics division
Joe McClelland and Troy Bourgeois, Plano Police Department, School Resource Officers
Greg Thomas, Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist, Plano East Senior High, McMillan and Williams High schools
Dan Wichman, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor/Licensed Professional Counselor
Jeri Wolfe, PISD parent
Please contact Gregory.Thomas@pisd.edu or 469.752.9226 if questions.
Keep the Neighborhood Clean
Students, please make sure not to drop trash in the surrounding neighborhoods. Help keep our community clean by throwing away your trash and recycling.
Coaches Versus Cancer
2020 Graduation Ceremony Details
Students and families, we are now prepared to announce the details of the 2020 graduation ceremony for Plano East. The ceremony will take place on June 6, 2020 at 7:30. The ceremony will be held at the Ford Center at the Star in Frisco, Tx. Each student will be able to pick up 8 tickets.
More details will be coming on our website page dedicated to graduation, https://www.pisd.edu/Page/20372 as we get into the spring semester!
Bowman Middle School Auction
PESH Community- Please join us in our online auction to raise money for Bowman Middle School.
We will be holding our annual online auction this year on February 18, 2020 - February 23, 2020
You can register online to join the the auction by clicking this link: Bowman Auction : https://bowmanmiddlepta.org/silentauction?fbclid=IwAR1RvVUHgKEkF-_FnM16gyCZ-qTEdNEc541uwowA1I8yKNgNSfqi40dbhnQ
PTSA & Booster Club News
- PTSA
- Theatre
- IB
- Basketball
The Golden Girl Drill Team is having a Dance Clinic on Saturday, February 22nd in the PESH Gym! This is a PISD Fundraiser for the drill team, and we accept ages Kindergarten through 12th grade! The money from the fundraiser will go to costumes, buses, and Spring Show expenses.
We would love to see your family and friends there! Pre-Registration is due Wednesday, February 19th.
Senior Reunions
Scholarships
For questions regarding the application, please email laurazimmer1315@gmail.com.
Murphy Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Foundation Scholarship- See your counselor for an application. Additional information may be found on the Murphy Chamber of Commerce website, murphychamber.org under the scholarship foundation tab.
Student Organization & Club News
- Publications Staff Applications- Being a part of the award-winning journalism staff gives students a unique opportunity to be a part of the school and community while exploring reporting, writing, design, photography, advertising, social media, videography and more. Journalism students also gain real-world experiences and cultivate lifelong traits that lead to success while working in a creative atmosphere that promotes friendships and fun while learning. There are three unique opportunities to be a part of the publications staff. Each requires an application (links below) and two teacher recommendations due no later than April 1. See Mrs. Cole in B4-201 or talk to a current journalism student if you have any questions or want to find out more.
Panther Prints Newspaper: https://tinyurl.com/news2021
Photojournalism: https://tinyurl.com/photoj2021
Panther Pride Yearbook: https://tinyurl.com/yrbk2021
Teacher recommendation forms (you need 2): https://tinyurl.com/rec2021
- Instructional Practices Internship (Intro to Teaching)- Areas of interest: Teaching, Coaching, Physical Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, and Pediatrics to name a few!
See a counselor for a packet or contact Ms. Eldridge with questions or raylene.eldridge@pisd.edu. Applications due by April.
- Peer Assistance Applications- Applications and information available in the Counseling Office or contact Ms. D at pamela.dassow-nittinger@pisd.edu.
- Cheer tryout packets & more information will be released at the parent meeting on March 5th from 6:30-8:00pm in the Cafeteria, please save the dates below. For questions please email Coach Rose at chyanne.rose@pisd.edu
Winning with Class!!!
Plano East Senior High School
Email: abby.cole@pisd.edu
Website: https://www.pisd.edu/pesh
Location: 3000 Los Rios Boulevard, Plano, TX, USA
Phone: 469-752-9000
Twitter: @EastPanther1