TVMS News
April 13, 2024
Greetings TVMS families,
Thank you to all the families, community members and school staff from TVMS and HHES that supported our joint Health and Wellness Fair this past Tuesday. It was an amazing event! A special shout out to Ms. Wendy McNeill, our media specialist, Ms. Shanice Hackley, our school social worker, Ms. Kim Kennedy, from HHES and the Health and Wellness Committee. They did a wonderful job organizing the event, and brought out so many community organizations, resources and vendors.
MCAP ELA Testing - April 18, 19, 22, & 24
Students will be taking the MCAP ELA test on April 18, 19, 22, and 24. The test is computer based and students will need to bring their fully charged, school issued Chromebook (and charger) with them to school on each of those days. Please ensure that your student has a good night's sleep and eats breakfast that morning (at home or here at school). Again, bring the fully charged, school issued Chromebook (and charger) for the MCAP ELA test on April 18, 19, 22, and 24.
Have a wonderful weekend.
Mrs. Denise Young, Principal
Important Dates
APRIL
Wednesday, April 17- Quarter 3 Report Cards issued at 4:00 PM
Wednesday, April 17- Field trip to Olney Theater for Theater B, Chamber Choir, Dance B and Music 2
Thursday, April 18 through Wednesday, April 24- MCAP ELA testing
Friday, April 19- Fine Arts Night, 6:30-8:30 PM, TVMS Cafeteria
Thursday, April 25- 8th grade panoramic photo taken, 8:40 AM
Tuesday, April 30- Spring Orchestra Concert, 6:30 PM at GPHS
MAY
Thursday, May 2- Spring Choir Concert, 6:30 PM at GPHS
Monday, May 6 through Friday, May 10- Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
Monday, May 13- In School Immunization Clinic for current 6th grade students
Tuesday, May 14- Primary Election Day, Schools and Offices Closed
Friday, May 17- Articulation Day, Schools Close 3 hours early
Spring Bus Evacuation Drills
In case of an emergency, it is very important that all students practice how to evacuate the
school bus. School bus evacuation drills have already been conducted successfully many times
and will be practiced here at our school on Wednesday, April 17th.
TVMS Fine Arts Night
Showcasing students in Band, Chorus, Dance, Drama Club, Orchestra, Theater, and Visual Arts
Friday, April 19th, from 6:30-8:30 PM
Tickets can be purchased online
- $5 students/ staff
- $8 adults
- Free- under age 4
Tickets will cost more at the door
Take Your Child To Work Day
We will be participating in Take Your Child to Work Day on April 25th. If you plan to take your child to work on this day, please remember to send in a note to excuse their absence from school.
Attention: Student Athletes Headed to Guilford Park HS in the Future!
Who?
For rising 4th -9th graders
What?
When?
Summer 2024 (Various Dates)
Where?
TBA
Why?
Work with GPHS coaches!
Get involved with skill development, athletic assessment, drills, games, and competition!
Work with similar ages at comparable skill levels!
Receive an Under Armor T-Shirt at the conclusion of the camp!
How?
Sign up at GPHSboosters.com
Questions?
Contact GPHSBoosterCamps@gmail.com
HCPSS Last Day of School Scheduled
As of Tuesday, April 2, HCPSS used three inclement weather days this school year. As such, the last day of school for students in full-day Pre-K through grade 11 is now scheduled to be Friday, June 14. The last day for half-day Pre-K/RECC students is currently Tuesday, June 11. In addition, the last day for all high school seniors is Wednesday, May 22.
The two final weeks for the 2023-2024 school year are as follows:
- Monday, June 3 – Regular school day
- Tuesday, June 4 – Regular school day
- Wednesday, June 5 – Schools dismiss three hours early (Professional Work Day)
- Thursday, June 6 – Regular school day
- Friday, June 7 – Regular school day
- Monday, June 10 – Regular school day
- Tuesday, June 11 – Regular school day (Last day for half-day Pre-K/RECC students)
- Wednesday, June 12 – Schools dismiss three hours early (Professional Work Day)
- Thursday, June 13 – Schools dismiss three hours early
- Friday, June 14 – Schools dismiss three hours early (Professional Work Day – Last scheduled day for full-day Pre-K-12 students)
The complete HCPSS academic calendar is available online. This information is subject to change, pending any additional inclement weather.
Update! Summer Programs
During its March 7 meeting, the Board of Education voted to fund 50 percent enrollment for the 2024 Black Student Achievement Program Summer Institute and G/T Summer Institutes for Talent Development. Online enrollment requests for these programs opened in HCPSS Connect Synergy Tuesday, April 2 at 6 p.m. and will remain open through Monday, April 15 at 6 p.m. Enrollment requests do not guarantee placement in summer programs. Families can find additional information about Summer Programs online.
Gifted and Talented (G/T) Summer Institutes for Talent Development
The Gifted and Talented (G/T) Summer Institutes for Talent Development offers additional advanced-level instruction and enrichment experiences not regularly available during the academic school year for students entering grades 1-8. Rigorous instruction focusing on talent development is offered in mathematics, science, social studies, language arts, technology and fine arts.
No testing nor prior G/T coursework is required for enrollment in these enrichment offerings.
For Summer 2024, we will be offering one two-week session from July 8 - 19 at Burleigh Manor Middle School. While the program is half-day, before and after care is available on site via Howard County Recreation and Parks.
A few highlights ---
- Bus transportation to area collector stops!
Exciting courses in Humanities, STEM, and the Arts!
Financial assistance is available for students participating in the Free and Reduced Meal Program.
Families of HCPSS students may enter registration requests through HCPSS Connect beginning on April 2 at 6 p.m.
For more information on how to register, please see this registration guide.
Contact: GTSummer@hcpss.org or 410-313-6671.
What: Community Building Circle
Where: Elkridge Branch
When: Tuesday, April 30th from 5:00-7:30 (dinner will be served from 5:00-5:30)
How: Register through HCLS with the QR code on the flier
Reminder: Clothing to Cash Recycling Program!
Our large white collection bin is at the edge of the school parking lot nearest Hanover Hills Elementary School. Please help us fill our bin with as many plastic bags of new or gently used clothing, shoes and other textiles. Our school will continue to earn money for every pound we collect.
TVMS PTSA - Board Positions Open for Next Year
The current PTSA executive board's 2 year terms are about to expire, so we need some help to move forward next year! Email us at tvmsptsa@gmail.com for questions or to volunteer!
Please consider joining the TVMS PTSA. Your membership does not commit you to any work- your membership helps support our activities!
To become a supporting member, please sign up here.
Support our Den Dollar Store! Students earn Den Dollars for following TVMS PRIDE expectations and can turn them in for prizes. Our Den Dollar store is open each week on Wednesday mornings. Please check out our registry on Amazon and considering making a donation to our store!
https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/2JPB106SDT0JU
For questions about the PTSA email TVMSPTSA@gmail.com
REPEAT INFORMATION
Important Immunization Requirements for 2024-2025 School Year - 7th Grade Students
Effective the first day of school for the 2024-2025 school year, 1 dose of Tdap vaccine and 1 dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) are required by the state of Maryland for all students entering grade 7. Many students may have already received these immunizations, but the Health Room may not have the updated immunization record. Please contact your student’s doctor and send or fax an updated copy of your student’s immunizations to the Health Room or schedule an appointment to have your student receive these immunizations. Our fax number is 443-973-5510. The Health Department provides immunization opportunities for kids who are not up-to-date on school-required vaccinations. Call the Health Department at 410-313-7500 for more information and to schedule a vaccination appointment for your child.
If you have further questions, please email Cheryl Harris, TVMS School Nurse, at cheryl_harris@hcpss.org.
Cell Phone Expectations
To support this, please refrain from calling or texting your child during school hours. If you need to get a message to them or contact them, please call the Front Office at 410-313-8711
Outside Food Expectations
Thomas Viaduct Middle School
Website: http://www.tvms.hcpss.org
Location: 7000 Banbury Drive, Hanover, MD, USA
Phone: 410-313-8711