"Are you guys getting cows?"

If you've driven (or maybe crawled thanks to the bridge closure) down 161 lately, you've likely noticed our construction fencing. There have been a few minor changes in the plan that are temporary, but the fencing helps designate and secure the construction site. It will soon be loaded with heavy equipment and materials. We have a couple of major preliminary projects on the cusp: installing sewer lines and rerouting fiber optic lines. They will also be uncovering utilities that will be tapped for the new building. Get ready for a lot of digging.

On Thursday, some passersby were perplexed by the wooden fencing. No, we're not adding livestock to our front yard, although it is eerily reminiscent of driving west on 161 by the old OSU farm. The wooden fencing is actually tree protection. Under our site plan, there is semi-permanent, protective fencing and a robust fertilization plan for all trees that will remain on the front lawn. (For the record, there will be significantly more trees added back when the site is finished.) The exaggerated footprint of the fence prevents heavy equipment from compacting soil around the tree roots and also blocks equipment from accidentally backing into trees. I'm new to all of these procedures, but they sound like fairly standard practice to protect healthy, mature trees during this massive and very disruptive process.

So, for those of you who were predicting a new agricultural science program at TWHS, we will have to save that conversation for another day.

Have a great weekend and Go Cards!

Sincerely,

Pete Scully

Principal

Thomas Worthington HS

• SENIORS: Complete Survey for Final Transcripts
• April Cardinals of the Month
• Cheer Tryouts and Parent Information Meeting
• 2023 Cross Country Parent/Athlete Meeting

The main visitor entrance has moved to Door 16 (back, center of the building). Doors 1 and 2, along with most of the south side of the building, will only be accessible to construction vehicles and emergency vehicles. All visitors must enter through Door 16. It is our normal location for student drop-off and pick-up before and after school by car. This procedure will not change, although there is designated visitor parking and the entrance will be staffed throughout the day. (Here is a map of the property if you need it.)

Dear Class of 2023,

Please complete this brief survey so the TWHS School Counseling Department can get your final transcript sent to the college you will be attending this fall. If you do not complete the survey, we will not know where to send your transcript! Colleges may withhold your financial aid, or delay your course registration if they don't have your final transcript stating you graduated.

Additionally, as a reminder to all students who took College Credit Plus classes and will be moving on to college in the fall, you will need to request your transcripts directly from Columbus State and/or Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) in order for your new college to be able to evaluate your transcript and award you credits for completed classes. You will be able to request for your transcripts to be sent electronically. Please visit the appropriate college website below to make the request:

Columbus State Community College (Ex: Comp 1, Comp 2, Intro to Psych, Intro to Soc.)

Central Ohio Technical College (Ex: Math 150, Chem 100, Math 200, Math 210, Etc.)

Good luck, Seniors! We wish you nothing but the best!

Sincerely,

Your TW School Counselors

May 8, 2023 at 7:00 pm

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Check out our brand new website for The Cardinal Yearbook! Go to https://www.twhsyearbook.com/ for all of your information.

You’re Invited to the Class of 2022 Wilson Hill Senior Send-off

When: Tuesday, May 9th at 2:45 pm

Where: Wilson Hill Library

Enjoy refreshments while sharing memories with your friends and former teachers.

You are invited to the Slate Hill Elementary Class of 2023 Senior Tea!

When: Wednesday, May 10th 2023 at 3:30 P.M.

Where: Slate Hill Elementary Library

7625 Alta View Blvd.

Worthington, OH 43085

R.S.V.P.

*Call -614-450-5000

*Email -Tendicott@wscloud.org

Worthington Park Elementary Senior Send-Off

When: Monday, May 15, 2023 at 2:45 pm - 3:30 pm

Where: Library

We would like to honor you on your upcoming graduation and celebrate your accomplishments at the reception for former students from

Worthington Park Elementary

Please call (614) 450-5500 if you have any questions.

Evening Street Tea

When: Tuesday, May 9th from 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Where: Evening Street Pavillion

Please RSVP to Heather Wilson at Heather@tootlelaw or 614-214-9909

The Flock Talk Crew needs your pictures or short videos (~3 seconds) for our Senior Send Off video. These can be informal or formal images, hi-res, landscape-orientation preferred. These school-appropriate images should include current seniors - we want to include the entire class - besties, sporting groups, individual, extra-curricular events, in school, out of school, etc. So grab your camera phone and snap a pic of your clique then upload to our Google Drive link or email to voleary@wscloud.org by May 10, 2023. Thanks!

Send a special message to your senior! Show how much you care by surprising your senior with a personalized note and photos in their yearbook. Senior ad page examples

Deadline: Wednesday, May 25th, 2023

Questions? Contact: service@buckeyescholastic.com

• ⅛ page senior ad: $40
• ¼ page senior ad: $75
• ½ page senior ad page: $125

Use either link below to purchase a baby ad or a regular ad.

https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/thomasworthington

https://www.twhsyearbook.com/purchase-an-ad

Who loves sitting out in the rain watching their favorite athlete compete? Make it more bearable with a Red Light Duty Rain Poncho or a Navy Blue Auto-Open 44¨ Folding Umbrella both with the Cardinal Logo! The Track & Field team would love to support you, supporting your athletes! Purchase at https://twhstrack.square.site. Hurry before the next storm rolls in!

Ohio Law (ORC 3313.671) requires all 12th grade students receive two (2) doses of the Meningococcal vaccine. The second dose must be received after the student's 16th birthday. Proof of this vaccination is due to the school prior to senior year. Once the vaccine is received please send proof of vaccination or an updated immunization record to jfrank@wscloud.org or fax to 614-450-6393 or drop it off in the office.

• Visit: www.columbus.gov/publichealth/programs/immunization-program
• Health Department walk in hours: 240 Parsons Ave. Mon. 8 am - 4pm, Tues. 10 am - 6 pm, Wed. 8 am - 11 am, Thurs./Fri. 8 am - 4 pm

• Worthington United Methodist Church walk in vaccine clinic:1st Wednesday of each month 1 pm - 4pm, 600 High St. Worthington