2020 Outstanding Senior!
April 10, 2020
Greetings Titans!!
As a summa graduate, Sophia and her 58 classmates were part of the survey of the Thomas faculty and staff. Staff were asked to select the student who best exemplified the Titan Spirit in and out of the classroom. Having known Sophia for her four years at Thomas, I have say that the faculty could not have selected a better young learner to represent this year's class. Sophia will have her name added to the Outstanding Senior plaque in the main hall as well as be invited to return to Thomas in 2021 to speak at the Summa breakfast for the Class of 2021.
Congratulations Sophia!
Titan Updates
Haley competes in National Shakespeare Competition
As previously mentioned in my mesletter, Haley Warren won the regional ESU Shakespeare Competition in February, earning the chance to compete against students from all over the United States in New York. Since that event has been cancelled, the ESU has shifted to an online competition, and Haley's performance (along with 48 other competitors) is now online on Youtube.
We can all vote to support her. Text NSC8 to 212-818-1200 to support Haley by April 23!
NYS Guidance on the school closure- Your questions answered!!:
State of Mind
A NY state of mind, Headspace has partnered with our state to offer free activities to help you find time and space as we cope with this stressful time. There are free meditations, sleep experiences and mindful living activities https://www.headspace.com/ny
-New York State emotional support helpline 1-844-863-9314 7 days a week, 8am -10pm
AP Update
For our Seniors...
Our PTSA has generously purchased Lawn signs to begin to celebrate the Class of 2020!! Stay tuned in the next couple of weeks on information for how these will be distributed to our senior class.
Senior Class of 2020 Information
HESC Updates at the link below:
https://www.hesc.ny.gov/coronavirus
Current information from MCC
Our Academic Advisors are available to meet virtually with students for assistance with class selection and fall registration. Fall 2020 Registration is up & running. Students may simply email: eadvisor@monroecc.edu
For assistance with Financial Aid questions, students may email our Financial Aid Office directly at: financialaid@monroecc.edu
ACCUPLACER Placement Testing is looking for solutions for remote testing. More information on this should be available soon.
NACAC has created a tool for you to easily find out changes to college admission deadlines, deposit deadlines and more. Check out the link below to access the search tool.
https://www.nacacnet.org/news--publications/newsroom/press-releases/nacac-update-coronavirus/
Please see the link below for information about AP exams.
https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/about-ap/news-changes/coronavirus-update
College Applications
We are able to electronically process all supporting documents needed for college applications. Please contact your School Counselor directly.
Breaking-Down-Your-Award-Letter.pdf
Here is how to read you college award letter.
1.6 MB
Excelsior Notification
Go to link below to sign up to receive notification of when the Excelsior scholarship is available for SUNY schools.
Information pertaining to SUNY Colleges
Changes to Deposit Deadlines. Some SUNY campuses have elected to extend their deposit deadlines. Other SUNY campuses may honor requests for extensions on a case by case basis. We will post this information on the Counselor Portal as it becomes available.
SAT/ACT Test Requirements Under Consideration. We are exploring options for those students who have yet to take their standardized tests. This information will be made available shortly.
Open Houses Offered Virtually. We are in the process of updating our Open House web page to list virtual events. In the meantime, your students can visit here to find links to virtual tours at SUNY campuses.
SUNY College Fairs in Albany and Long Island Canceled. The in-person Spring SUNY College Fairs in Albany and Long Island have been canceled. Plans are underway to host a virtual SUNY College Fair. Details, including the date and registration link, will be forwarded soon.
SUNY Welcome Center Events Now Available Online. Information Sessions scheduled for March - May at the SUNY Welcome Center in New York City are now available as live webinars. Students may register for these events at suny.edu/studentevents.
Application Services Center and Recruitment Response Center Remain Open. If you have questions, you can continue to reach out to us by phone, email or chat.
For our Juniors...
Junior Class of 2021 Information
SAT has cancelled all national testing for Saturday, May 2, 2020. Please go to your collegeboard account for more information. We will keep you posted on the June exams for ACT and SAT.
Please see the link below for information about AP exams.
https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/about-ap/news-changes/coronavirus-update
Can't get on a NYS college campus....take a virtual tour at the link below.
HESC - NYS virtual college tours.
For our Sophomores...
PreACT has been cancelled for for this school year. If you sent a check for this exam, your check will be shredded.
Please see the link below for information about AP exams.
https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/about-ap/news-changes/coronavirus-update
Work Permits
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Work Permits will be issued by appointment only at this time. Please contact DiAnne Roberts at DiAnne_Roberts@WebsterCSD.org for any questions or concerns. If necessary, you may fax to 585-670-8023.
Application for employment for farm work or news carrier – please email DiAnne_Roberts@WebsterCSD.org for a special permit form.
For child modeling – must apply online at http://www.labor.ny.gov/workerprotection/laborstandards/secure/child_index.shtm
General Employment
See below for DOWNLOADS to print out forms.
For Thomas students
- print out the Application For Employment Certificate (AT-17) and the Physical Fitness Certification (AT-16),
- fill in the first part on each page (use blue/black pen only, no pencil)
- email them to DiAnne_Roberts@WebsterCSD.org.
The student will need a current physical examination on file (physical exam date must be within 12 months to be valid) in order for the Physical Fitness Certification form to be signed by the Health Office. If your student does not have a current physical on file, you may email a copy of a current physical exam along with your application or you can have your doctor sign the Physical Fitness Certificate. form verifying good health and forward that along with your application. The Physical Fitness Certificate must be dated within 12 months.
Online work permit form:
Application for employment certificate:
Certificate of physical fitness form:
School website with further information:
General Information on Student Support...
Our Counseling Staff is working remotely to provide you with any information and/or support you may need during this absence from school. We are checking email regularly so please reach out with any questions or concerns you may have.
carolyn_charleton@webstercsd.org
tammie_salvione@webstercsd.org
Below are some resources available to you 24/7.
A crisis can happen at any time. And it isn’t always a life-threatening situation. Maybe you’re stressed about school, work, family or your housing situation? There’s a new way to reach out. New York State has partnered with Crisis Text Line, an anonymous texting service available 24/7. Starting a conversation is easy. Text GOT5 to 741741.
Use the Safe School Helpline: The number is 1-800-4-1-VOICE (1-800-418-6423) ext. 359. This is monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Reports may also be made by texting the word "TIPS" to 66746 or online at safeschoolhelpline.com. The company also has introduced the Safe School HelpLine app, available for both Apple and Android devices. This app quickly gives users all three options for reporting valuable information.
There is also Lifeline, a 24 hour crisis line, in Rochester. You can call 211 or 275-5151.
Teachers need love too! Send them a shout out!
Stay safe, wash your hands and stay home!!
Thomas Principal