Maryville High School
October 2019
MHS WELCOMES SIX NEW TEACHERS TO OUR FACULTY
Larry Czulewicz
Computer Systems
Networking
Web Design
Web Development
Advanced Computer Apps
Business Communication
Mollie Townley
Junior English
Wes Lambert
Applied Math
Helen Morrow
Physical Science
Chemistry
Joe Michalski
Elizabeth Moore
TN Valley Youth Apprenticeships
A growing number of U.S. companies across a range of industries are designing apprenticeship programs to give workers access to on-the-job learning opportunities that allow them to transition into high-demand jobs and careers. In the U.S., our approach to apprenticeships has been very decentralized, while Switzerland and Germany have long histories of formal union and employer-supported apprenticeships - giving a significant percentage of secondary school students the opportunity to learn on the job under the guidance of an experienced mentor. Most U.S. programs are reliant on individual employers to take the lead with a variety of education partners.
Recent findings of several major research groups and government initiatives reveal that apprenticeships have the potential to provide a structured, yet flexible, workforce training solution for skilled jobs across a wide variety of industries. The Committee for Economic Development included this summary in its report:
Apprenticeship programs are gaining both public and private sector attention. On average, the federal government spends $18 billion for on-the-job training programs, while U.S. employers spend an estimated $600 billion each year on formal and informal training programs. This commitment to training is significant by any measure and demonstrates a defined need to train workers. In the last two presidential administrations, funding for training programs has doubled, as well as goals for apprenticeship placements. One international study suggested that for every dollar spent on apprenticeships, employers receive an average of $1.47 in increased productivity, reduced waste, and greater innovation.
A needed mindset change must include rethinking the notion that all high school graduates must immediately begin their academic careers and forego work. We also need to redefine our understanding of a “modern apprenticeship”, which offers opportunities in many sectors – not limited to construction and manufacturing, which are the most common pathways in the United States.
Apprenticeship programs can also serve as a natural bridge between career technical education (CTE) programs offered in high school, technical college training programs, on-the-job experiences, and professional skills training to maximize the productivity of a well-trained, professional workforce.
The Tennessee Valley Youth Apprenticeship program is a collaborative effort between the Aloca, Blount County, and Maryville City Schools, the Blount Partnership, Pellissippi State Technical Community College (PSTCC), and Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) in Knoxville. In cooperation with area business partners, this coalition is committed to provide training programs that develop well-educated and highly-skilled employees to meet the demands of our competitive local economy. The TVYA Steering Committee is tasked with developing programming that supports the creation of structured, registered apprenticeships that serve both students and community businesses.
Please visit our website to review the ever-growing and ever-changing repository of information for anyone interested in the Tennessee Valley Youth Apprenticeship program. https://mhs.maryville-schools.org/about-mhs/tvya
WORLD CRAFT CLASSES CREATE MOSAIC ART
Mosaic Artwork
Broadway Glass and Door
NEWS FROM PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Suzanne Singleton
Adam Sullivan
Brandon Waters
Derek Hunt
"COOL"-INARY - HANGING OUT WITH THE "COOL" KIDS
The Maryville High School Culinary Arts classes taught by Susan Headrick and Sherri McCall, once again sold tailgate experiences for home football games this season. Packages consisted of tailgate food for 50 people, 10 prime parking passes at the culinary building and a festive and entertaining tailgate atmosphere. Crowd favorites once again included culinary art’s famous white chocolate popcorn and Rebel cupcakes with butter cream icing. Maryville fan and tailgate participant Kevin (and Julie) Turner, had this to say about this year’s first tailgate, “Thank you so much for an incredible tailgate experience. Everyone was amazed. All our friends had an awesome time. You guys did a topnotch job.”
Chef Robert Allen from Citico’s at WindRiver worked with our students as we prepared food for the VIP Volunteer Princess dinner benefitting cystic fibrosis. Wine on the Water was held on the boat and students prepped and plated all the food for a 3-course wine pairing dinner for the guests.
Students prepared and displayed a beautiful grazing table with finger foods at a district SBEA (School Board Association) meeting at MHS. Students also prepped, displayed and served food at the recently held Tennessee Youth Apprenticeship summit on Pellissippi State Blount campus. All three school systems were represented and several parents and students attended to learn about new opportunities. Cool culinary students are getting many opportunities this term to prep, prepare and serve food and are excited to experience real life on-the-job training while putting their culinary skills to the test.
MHS Guidance Department
What does a high school counselor do?
MHS school counselors follow the tenets designed by the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) and the state of Tennessee School Counseling Standards. ASCA maintains that professional school counselors serve students according to three main domains: academic, social/emotional and college/career. At MHS this model plays out in a variety of ways. Counselors meet with students regularly who may be struggling in courses and help the child identify strategies and resources for success. We also handle academic advisement guiding students in meaningful course selection. Often, our students may become upset or overwhelmed or even face a crisis situation in their personal lives. We respond to those immediate needs and then if desired, will schedule follow up meetings with those students as they continue to process difficult things. Career exploration lessons are delivered via homeroom or through Speech/Communication and ACT prep classes. During the senior year, we walk with students through the college application process.
What’s new?
This year, we are excited to announce that Mrs. Kim Porter will be taking on a new role within our department. Mrs. Porter is a Licensed Professional Counselor and as such, will be meeting with students who have social/emotional or behavioral needs that may be interfering with overall school performance and success. If you believe that your child may benefit from these specific services, please do not hesitate to call our office directly.
Looking back…..
We’ve had a busy fall so far with much more to come as we are in the thick of college application season with our seniors! Here are a few highlights from the last 7 weeks.
August 22: Counselors hosted grade level meetings at Open House. The content delivered was grade specific and outlined things students should be doing now to prepare for life after high school.
September 16-20: We just celebrated TN College App Week! This state wide initiative draws attention to the college application process. Teachers posted their alma maters on their doors and hosted “college chats” with their students. Counselors celebrated seniors with “I Applied!” stickers and fun treats. All students really seemed to enjoy the College Fight Song Challenge. Each morning a college’s fight song was played over the loudspeaker and students had to directly identify the college in order to enter and win a prize. The competition was fierce!
September 23-27: Knoxville area college fair week. We had several elite colleges visit MHS during this week. College rep visits are advertised via Naviance, Twitter, Canvas, the cafeteria TVs and morning announcements.
Looking forward…
October 7-11-FALL BREAK! This week off is a perfect time for juniors to schedule college visits as they begin their college search and for seniors to complete college applications and to conduct scholarship searches.
October 15-Counselors will accompany students on a field trip to the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Do you think your student would be interested? Check our website or Canvas for more information about this trip and for a permission form.
October 21, 5:00-7:00 pm-Senior Success Night. Representatives from local, collegiate financial aid offices will be on hand to help seniors and their parents complete the FAFSA form. Local community colleges, military personnel, and employers from local businesses will be represented. Remember, the FAFSA form goes live October 1, 2019.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR LADY REBELS VOLLEYBALL TEAM FOR WINNING THE DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP
NEW TEACHER SPOTLIGHTS
From One Stage to the Next: A Spotlight on Mollie Townley
For veteran teacher Mollie Townley, entering the classroom each day may feel like it can elicit a range of emotions similarly to playing a role on stage. Not coincidentally, it was a passion for theater that she developed in high school that would spark a love for literature and storytelling, and ultimately a path toward being an educator.
This school year, Townley is beginning the next chapter of her career as she joins the MHS English department after spending eight years at Farragut High School. Recently, we sat down with the East Tennessee native to learn more about what drives her personally and professionally.
1. How would you characterize yourself as a student?
I was a good but very quiet student. I always had really good grades, but I wouldn’t consider myself a rock star at any particular subject. Then, sophomore year, I discovered my love for theatre. I was a loud and proud “drama nerd” from then on. I was stage manager for a couple of plays, and I discovered I liked to lead. Theatre was a creative outlet for me, and it helped me find my voice. Theatre gave me an appreciation for storytelling and character analysis; that led to my love for literature.
2. What would you describe as a turning point in your career?
The turning point of my career is the day I emailed Principal Roach to see if there would be an opening at MHS. I was safe at my old school. I was established. I was comfortable. I had a set routine and schedule, but I knew I wanted more. By taking the first steps to move, I was doing something for myself, and it was scary!
3. What is your favorite work of literature to teach?
I love To Kill a Mockingbird and The Great Gatsby, but I think my favorite thing to do with students is Shakespeare. There’s something so gratifying about watching students go from struggling to even read his writing out loud to understanding and reacting to the story by the end. They will begin to pick up on his jokes and nuances, and it makes me proud every time.
4. What is one aspect about yourself that might surprise your students or colleagues?
I’m extremely introverted, but I play the extroverted role well. Thanks theatre! Also, I seriously considered becoming a funeral director.
5. How will you want to be remembered as a teacher?
I hope I’m remembered for more than just teaching English. I want to be more than the teacher who made them read Lord of the Flies! I hope I’m the adult they always feel comfortable talking to. I hope I make them feel special and loved. I hope they look fondly on their time in my class the way I look back on my favorite high school teachers.
Career and Technical Education Department Welcomes Larry Czulewicz
Larry Czulewicz (“Mr. C”) joined Maryville High School CTE Department this year to teach information technology classes. We asked him to tell us a little about himself:
“This is my sixteenth year teaching, and third year in Tennessee. I am originally from Pennsylvania where I spent my entire career teaching Introduction to Programming, Web Development, and AP Computer Science. Before finding my home here at Maryville High School I taught Web Development and Coding at Fulton High School in Knox County. I look forward to sharing my years of knowledge and enthusiasm with the students here at Maryville, and picking up some new skills myself along the way. Love Tennessee. Love Maryville, Go Rebels!”
Maryville High School
Website: https://mhs.maryville-schools.org/
Location: 825 Lawrence Avenue, Maryville, TN 37803, USA
Phone: 865-982-1132