Tiger Update
Information/Updates about Pickerington High School Central
Message from Mr. Lanier
Tiger Nation
Welcome back from Spring Break!! We have a very busy time of year coming our way. We begin OST testing Thursday, April 4 and are excited to distribute our Solar Eclipse glasses to students so that they can enjoy the solar eclipse on April 8. A reminder that we are off on Monday, April 8 because of the eclipse.
Here we go!!
Tiger Up,
Mr. Lanier
Important Dates
Important Dates
Mar. 25-Apr. 1: No School. Spring Break.
Apr. 8: No School (Solar Eclipse occurs in the afternoon)
Apr. 12: Graduation Speech Intent to Audition Form Due (see details in the Senior Corner below).
Apr. 19: Senior Quote Competition Form Due (see details in the Senior Corner below).
OST Testing Dates:
Thursday, April 4: ELA 2, Part 1
Friday, April 5: ELA 2, Part 2
Wednesday, April 17 Algebra and Geometry, Part 1
Thursday, April 18 Algebra and Geometry, Part 2
Tuesday, April 23 Biology, Part 1 and 2
Wednesday, April 24 AH/Gov, Part 1 and 2
OST Testing Dates and Important Information about Testing Days
Please find the testing schedule along with information about testing and transportation below.
OST Testing Dates: The OST tests are part of the requirements for students to graduate from high school. Students and families should note what days their student is testing and what days they are not testing. We start the Thursday we return with the ELA 2 (mostly 10th grade students) test April 4 and 5. Please contact your student's school counselor if you have any questions about testing.
Thursday, April 4: ELA 2, Part 1
Friday, April 5: ELA 2, Part 2
Wednesday, April 17 Algebra and Geometry, Part 1
Thursday, April 18 Algebra and Geometry, Part 2
Tuesday, April 23 Biology, Part 1 and 2
Wednesday, April 24 AH/Gov, Part 1 and 2
Testing Students: Students participating in the OST will need to arrive to school no later than 7:50 a.m. Bus transportation will run on their normal schedule. Students will report to their testing rooms starting at 7:50 a.m. and remain in their testing room until the end of the testing period.
Non-Testing Students: Students NOT testing do not have to report to the building until 10:15 a.m. on testing days. Please note the testing days above. Bus transportation will run on their normal schedule, therefore, non-testing students who have to ride the bus to school will report to the commons for a QUIET study hall during the testing period (8:00 a.m.-10:25 a.m.). Students who provide their own transportation on testing days do not report until 10:15 a.m.
Pickerington Public Library Needs Your Help
After School Expectations
We are fortunate to have the Pickerington Public Library as our neighbor and partner across the street. The library is a place where our students go after school to study, make use of the library resources, wait for rides, etc. With that said, we have received a request for assistance from the library as they have noticed an increase in negative student behavior. We ask that you have a conversation with your student to reiterate our CORE values of Trust, Integrity, and Empathy and the importance of exhibiting those traits on and off campus. Our high school students share the library space with our friends from Ridgeview and we expect our students to demonstrate leadership on what it means to be a Tiger. Thank you for your help with this request.
PLSD is Providing Solar Eclipse Glasses to All Students
The Solar Eclipse is April 8
There will be no school for PLSD students on April 8 due to the Solar Eclipse that is happening that afternoon. Please see the flyers below for information from the district regarding the Solar Eclipse. Also, the district is providing all students with Solar Eclipse glasses. There is an opt out form in the flyer below if you don't want your student to receive the glasses.
Counselor Update
Workforce Exploration Opportunity
Career Expo for Juniors and Seniors March 21st 9am -12pm
Students enjoyed their visit to the Career Expo event this past Thursday, March 21.
The PLSD PTO/PTSO Scholarship Application Deadline is April 10
See Details below
The PLSD PTO/PTSO scholarship committee is accepting applications through April 10. This scholarship is open to students in the Class of 2024. Click here to see the details and the application.
Athletics
Athletic Department Information
Athletic Department:
Lisa Morelli - Athletic Director (lisa_morelli@plsd.us)
Evan Doughty - Assistant Athletic Director (evan_doughty@plsd.us)
Mary Jo Carlisle - Athletic Secretary (maryjo_carlisle@plsd.us)
Office Number - (614) 548-1827
Tigers in Action
2023-2024
Purchase Students Tiger Pass for $53.00
This pass allows you to attend ALL home games, ALL sports, ALL year
PHSC and RSJH
2023 - 2024 PHSC YEARLY PASSES(adults)
Pickerington High School Central for $103.00
https://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/Page/126
Get the latest Tiger Teams information visit our new
PHSC Athletic Website
All Teams, ALL Seasons
https://pickeringtoncentral.bigteams.com/
Final Forms for Parent/Athlete Registration
https://pickerington-oh.finalforms.com/students
NFHS Live Streaming Link for all Home Events
TIGER ATHLETICS
LISA MORELLI
PHSC ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
PHSC Cheer Tryout Information
Pre-Tryout Meeting is April 15: 6-8 p.m. at PHSC
Click the pdf below to find out the details of this spring's cheer tryouts!!
Central PTSO Information
PTSO Meetings and Membership Information
Senior Corner: Vital Information for the Class of 2024
Prom Date: May 11
Mark your calendars for May 11 as Central will host the 2024 Prom at they Hyatt Regency Grand Ballroom. Tickets will be $60 apiece and purchasing information will be available in late April. The theme is Starry Night.
Senior Event Calendar for the Class of 2024
Senior Event Calendar
Click here for the Class of 2024 Senior Event calendar. Please regularly check this calendar as it will be updated throughout the spring.
Graduation Speaker: Intention to Audition Deadline is April 12
Call for graduation speakers
Please complete the Intent to Audition for Graduation Speech form if you would like to be considered to speak at this year's graduation ceremony. All deadlines are listed in the form. Please see Mrs. Peirano or Mrs. Melton if you have questions.
Senior Quote Competition: Deadline is April 19
Senior Quote Competition Form
We look forward to gathering the quotes that will inspire our future Tigers. Remember that one quote will be chosen to represent the Class of 2024. All quotes must be original quotes. The winning quote will be selected by the senior class officers. The winner will be honored at the senior awards ceremony on the last day for seniors.
Cap and Gown Ordering Information: Important Update
Cap and Gown Pick Up is March 20 and 21...You Can Still Order Until March 18
Herff Jones has extended the ability to have your cap and gown delivered to Central on March 20 and 21 as long as you place your order by March 18. Take advantage of this opportunity! Pick up will be March 20 and 21 from 10:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. in the gymnasium.
Hey Seniors!! Check it Out!! It's Time to Order Your Cap and Gown!!
Seniors...Tell Us What You're Post High School Plans Are
Important Information from the Clinic
Class of 2025 Immunization Notice
Students in the Class of 2025 are required to get a Meningococcal (MCV4) vaccine or complete a waiver form in order to attend school in August. Feel free to contact the clinic if you have questions or need a waiver form.
COVID 19 Protocol Updated
COVID-19 Updated Guidelines
CDC and ODH updated COVID guidance - Isolation on 3/01/24
Individuals can return to normal activities when symptoms have been getting better for 24 hours.
Individuals who had a fever as a symptom can resume normal activities when the fever as a symptom has been gone for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medicines.
Once the individual returns to normal activities, they should take enhanced precautions for the next five days including:
Wearing a well-fitting mask when able
Keeping a distance from others
Using available test methods to inform individual actions
Respiratory Illness Prevention Guidelines
Please keep students home when sick. This includes all illnesses such as cold, flu, COVID, and other respiratory infections.
Additional precautions upon returning to school:
Physical distancing
Masking
Cover your cough and sneeze using your elbow or tissue
Hand washing - wash with soap and water for 20 second or use hand sanitizer often
Support Key Club by Eating Dinner at MOD Pizza on April 16
Yearbook Purchasing Information
PHSC Administrators and School Counselors
Administrators: Tom Lanier, Principal
A-D - Carly Wells, Assistant Principal
E-K - Tom Lombardi, Assistant Principal
L-Ri - Roshawn Parker, Lead Assistant Principal
Ro-Z - LaToya DeJesus, Assistant Principal
Counselors:
A-Co - Jennifer Dashner
Cr-Ha - Maria Perez
He-Me - Ashlee Hoffman
Mi-Sh - Chris Peirano
Si-Z - Marieca Mattox
Click below if you have a question for your Counselor:
Dashner - Students with Last Names A ~ Co
Perez - Students with Last Names Cr ~ Ha
Hoffman - Students with Last Names He ~ Me
Pickerington High School Central
300 Opportunity Way
Pickerington, Ohio 43147
614-548-1800
https://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/pickerington-central-high/
Pickerington High School Central Principal