High School Happenings
October 13, 2022
Important Information:
Homecoming 2022 is in the books!
Pics of the week can be found below-thank you to Mrs. Ferenchak, Mr. Lloyd and the Yearbook staff for the pics!
Powderpuff Cheerleaders
Powderpuff Players
Class Competitions
Halloween at MHS- Monday, 10/31
- No masks that prevent us from seeing who you are (no full face masks)
- No pretend prop weapons of any kind is permitted- no guns, knives, swords, etc.. If you're wondering if your prop could be considered a weapon, keep it at home.
- No racial, religious, or ethnically based costumes.
- Costumes must abide by the school rules/ dress code (no drugs, alcohol or weapons) and the costume must cover all body parts that need to be covered.
If a student is inappropriately dressed, they will be asked to change or be sent home.
Last year's winners, THE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT as PETER PAN & THE NEVERLAND PIRATES:
Advanced Placement Exam Ordering Window
Methacton Advanced Placement Exams order window is from September 27, 2022 – October 14, 2022. These exams are for students who are currently enrolled in an Advanced Placement Course for the 2022-2023 school year.
Exams can be ordered electronically through our Advanced Placement Website, which can be found Here . Additionally payment can be made to Dr. Kochenour’s office in C221. Check (made out to Methacton School District) or cash is accepted. The exam fee is $98 per exam with the exception of AP Seminar & AP Research which are $146. An exam cancellation fee of $40 will be enforced this year per College Board. If you have any questions please reach out to Ms. Cormier, Ccormier@methacton.org or Dr. Kochenour, Kkochenour@methacton.org.
Strategic Plan Survey During Homeroom 10/17
The Strategic Plan Student Survey will be administered on 10/17 in school, during Homeroom, for all students. The survey should take approximately 5 minutes.
Questions will be sent via district office to parents with directions for opt-out if you do not want your student to participate.
Yearbook Baby Ads
Continuing a 32 year tradition, the staff of the Methacton High School Yearbook (The Methactonian), is offering parents of graduating seniors the opportunity to purchase a “baby ad” for publication in this year’s book. Space is provided for a baby photo and a personal message of well wishes and congratulatory statements of 50 words or less. Baby ads are only offered online. This classic section is a favorite for all. Please see the attached flyer and contact Caitlin Ferenchak (cferenchak@methacton.org) or Chris Lloyd (clloyd@methacton.org) if you have any questions.
Class Rings- Deadline is TOMORROW!
Attention Parents! This Friday, October 14th, is the final deadline to order your student's custom class ring for delivery this December.
You can submit your student's class ring order by going to sscrings.com and following the steps.
All ordering materials are available at the website, but if you require a "hard copy" packet, you can pick one up in the main office.
If you have any questions, please call Student Services Company at 610-539-1330 or email them at rings@studentservicesco.com
UNIVERSAL FREE BREAKFAST PROGRAM
On Friday, September 9, 2022, Governor Wolf announced a Universal Free Breakfast program for all Pennsylvania students to begin on October 1, 2022 through the end of the 2022-2023 school year. As a result, all Methacton School District students will have the option to receive breakfast each morning at no cost. Our building principals are working on a plan with Aramark to roll out this new program and will be providing additional information in the coming days. Monthly menus can always be found at: https://methacton.schooldish.com/
Methacton Gear/ Spirit Wear
Counseling Corner
Parents/ Guardians of 12th graders- Our School counselors conducted Senior Classroom visits last week where they discussed the post-secondary process regarding, work, trades, military, gap year, as well as college.
Testing Dates: (See Collegeboard for Signup Details)
SAT:
- SAT: 11/5/22; Deadline to register: 10/7/22; Late Registration: 10/25/22
- SAT: 12/3/22; Deadline to register: 11/3/22; Late Registration: 11/22/22
ACT
- ACT: 12/10/22; Deadline to register: 11/4/22; Late Registration: 11/11/22
College Fairs:
· October 11, 2022; 6-8pm at North Penn HS
· Sunday, October 30, 2022; 11 am. -3 p.m. at Philadelphia Convention Ctr. 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia.
"Application Rescue" sessions will be held after school to help students with their college applications and search. These are not meant to replace 1:1 counselor meetings, only to supplement. These sessions will be held after school at 2:30 on the following dates:
Thursday, 10/13
Tuesday, 10/18
Any 12th grade student who has questions is welcome to reach out to their school counselor.
College Rep Visits are back in person this year! Students may sign up through Naviance, make a smart pass and then report to the area for the visit. 60 schools and counting have signed up so far!
FAFSA Completion Night
Registration will open in October.
Thursday, Nov 3, 2022, 05:00 PM
Methacton High School, Kriebel Mill Road, Eagleville, PA, USA
Methacton School District Backpack Program
How can I donate to the Backpack Program?
There are several ways you can contribute to the Backpack Program:
Collection Bins
· Donations can be dropped off (Monday thru Friday) at the Methacton High School East Wing or Arcola Intermediate School. Collection bins are located near the entrance.
Amazon
· You can place an order through Amazon and ship it directly to the High School. Please remember to select, "No Weekend Delivery." The address is:
Methacton High School
c/o Backpack Program
1005 Kriebel Mill Rd.
Eagleville, PA 19403
What items can I donate?
Individual Serving Food Items Needed
· Single serving boxes of milk (shelf-stable/not refrigerated)
· Mini Cereal Boxes
· Canned Soup (cans with "pop tops")
· Oatmeal packets or cups
· Applesauce and Fruit Cups
· Chef Boyardee, Hormel, Dinty Moore Meals, etc.
· Easy Mac Cups
· Cracker packs
· Sweet Snacks: Fruit gummies, pudding, granola bars, etc.
· Salty Snacks: Pretzel packs, Goldfish, Popcorn, etc.
· 100% Juice boxes
Supports for Students & Families:
Curricular Support Room (CSR)- Room C136 (Across from the Library)
Math Help
Upcoming Days off
Tuesday, November 8- In-Service Day
Wednesday, November 23- Closed
Thursday, November 24- Holiday- Closed
Friday, November 25- Closed
Breakfast and Lunch Menus:
Powderpuff Cheerleaders
Powderpuff Players
Class Competitions
Methacton High School
MHS Administration
Dr. Jamie Gravinese, Principal
Dr. Paul Spiewak, 9th (P-Z) and 12th Grade Assistant Principal
Dr. Karey Kochenour 9th (A-Go) and 11th Grade Assistant Principal
Mr. Dan Bontempo 9th (Gp-O) and 10th Grade Assistant Principal
Mr. John Smink, Athletics and Activities Director
Dr. Erika Thomas, Supervisor of HS Special Education
Email: ldeegan@methacton.org
Website: www.methacton.org
Location: 1005 Kriebel Mill Road, Eagleville, PA, USA
Phone: 610-489-5000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MethactonSchoolDistrict/
Twitter: @Methacton