Springbrook Weekly Digest
Week of Oct 22 - Homecoming Edition
A Message from Ms. Valentine, Principal
Greetings, Students, Staff, and Families,
I hope you had a great weekend. We concluded our Homecoming festivities last week. As you know, Homecoming is much more than a week of events at "The Brook." It holds significant cultural and traditional importance. Review pictures in this issue of the SWD that captured both student and staff Blue Devil spirit and pride in this SWD Homecoming Edition.
Gratitude and Appreciation
We extend a huge thank you to Mr. Francis Gyimah, assistant principal, Ms. Sade Campbell, and Ms. Sherrtya Campbell, SGA sponsors, for their work in planning the homecoming week festivities in collaboration with other class council sponsors, staff, and parent/caregiver chaperones. Additionally, for the homecoming dance, parents donated refreshments, served refreshments to our Blue Devils, and assisted the SBHS staff in chaperoning the dance.
Springbrook's NEC Open House
Springbrook's Open House is Wed., October 25, 2023, from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Parents and caregivers of current 8th grade students are encouraged to attend this evening which showcases the Signature Programs and Pathways at "The Brook."
Springbrook High School's Fall Festival is Sat., Oct 28, 2023
The Blue Devil Fall Festival will occur on Sat., Oct 28 from 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM behind the concession stand. Also, Springbrook will sponsor a 3x3 basketball tournament.
- Students should identify a 4 person team.
- All participants will receive a free tournament t-shirt.
- Winners will receive a Chick-fil-A gift card.
MP1 Ends Tues., Oct 31, 2023
Teachers have been grading and entering grades for recent assignments.
Should students, parents, or caregivers have a concern about student academic performance in a class, please do the following:
1. Email the teacher regarding the concern
2. Email the student's counselor (Counselor List and Contact Info)
3. Email the student's grade-level administrator (Assistant Principals List and Contact Info)
Mark Your Calendars for the upcoming Student, Parent, and Caregiver Meetings
- Class of 2025 - Tues, Nov 14, 2023 at 6:30 PM
- Class of 2026 - Wed, Dec 6, 2023 at 6:30 PM
In this issue:
- Schedule for the week
- October is Breast Cancer Awareness and National Book Month
- ACES - Grade 10 students apply for the ACES program now
- Varsity Football Game Themes - only 1 game remains
- Springbrook athletes enter games FREE
- Fall Festival & 3x3 Basketball Tournament of SBHS Students - Oct 28, 2023
- Sign up and attend college visits at SBHS
- Congressional App Challenge
- Homecoming week photos
- Weekly Math Trivia
- PSA Contest
- Safe Schools Week - Oct 23 -27, 2023
- Seal of Biliteracy
- Shoe Drive
- See Something, Say Something
Warm regards,
Stephanie Valentine
Principal
Springbrook High School
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ACES is Accepting Applications for Grade 10 Students
Are you a 10th grader with plans to go to college? Consider applying to the ACES Program! ACES stands for “Achieving Collegiate Excellence and Success,” a countywide partnership with MCPS, Montgomery College, and The Universities at Shady Grove. Students admitted to the program receive the following:
- 1-on-1 coaching and
- a personalized plan leading to a seamless educational pathway from high school to college completion.
ACES also prepares 11th-grade and 12th-grade students for life after high school, with targeted support for students who have been historically underrepresented in the higher education system.
The application is NOW OPEN and will close on January 12, 2024! For more information, including the admission criteria and application link, please visit our website at www.acesmontgomery.org. If you have further questions, contact Mr. Cristian Pineda, the Springbrook Coordinator for ACES, at cristian.a.pineda@mcpsmd.net.
Springbrook Athletes Enter Games FREE
Springbrook's Fall Festival Is Coming Up
Congressional App Challenge
We are in the final stretch of Congressmember Jamie Raskin’s district-wide Congressional App Challenge (CAC) for middle school and high school students.
Participation is simple! All students must do is submit a short video explaining their app and showing footage of any finished portions of the application.
- The deadline for students to register and submit their app online is 12:00 p.m. EST on Wednesday, November 1, 2023.
Below, please find links to important information regarding the CAC:
- Rep. Raskin’s Congressional App Challenge Webpage
- Congressional App Challenge Website
- Congressional App Challenge Rules
- Congressional App Challenge Student Registration
- Congressional App Challenge Prizes
- Congressional App Challenge Past Winners
Through the 2023 Congressional App Challenge (CAC) students have the chance to create an app on any topic and platform they choose – and be rewarded for their efforts! Check out the Congressional App Challenge Past Winners!
If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact us at (301) 354-1000 or nina.weisbroth@mail.house.gov and hailey.roh@mail.house.gov.
Twin Day
Tie Dye Tuesday
Rep Your Culture Day
Throwback Thursday
Seniors... Toga Day
Seniors Win HOCO Hall Decorating Contest
"Light Up the Night" HOCO Dance
Weekly Math Trivia: Presented by the Springbrook Math Honors Society
Email your response to 167995@mcpsmd.net (or melatghebr0@gmail.com) for a chance at being recognized in the next digest! The answer to last week's problem was -44/7.
Next Up, Mental Health Awareness Week (Oct 30 - Nov 3)
Speak Up, Save a Life PSA Contest for Students
The Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office is hosting a contest that challenges teens to create an original video to promote awareness of the dangers of opioid abuse or overdose and fentanyl among teens. The contest is open to students in Grades 6-12. The top prize is $1,000, second place is $750, third place and fan favorite winners will receive $500. Prizes are being donated by Magnolia Plumbing in honor of two young men who lost their lives to illicit fentanyl. Students can earn up to 10 Student Service Learning (SSL) hours. Visit the contest webpage for more information.
America's Safe Schools Week
Springbrook will hold America’s Safe Schools Week from October 23 - October 27, 2023. The National School Safety Center, our Governor, Wes Moore, and our State School Superintendent, Mohammed Choudhury all sponsor America's Safe Schools Week. During this week, Springbrook High School will be holding three of our mandatory safety drills:
- Fire Drill
- Severe Weather Drill
- Shelter in Place/Lockdown Drill
Please discuss this with your child and if you have any concerns, please reach out to your child’s school counselor.
- Pass the MCAP assessment in English 10
- Students who are scheduled to take an AP or IB Language exam should consult with Ms. Maria Peterson, World Languages Resource Teacher, at Maria_P_Peterson@mcpsmd.org to obtain information about the approved language assessment.
Donate Gently Worn or Used Shoes
Clean Out Your Closet
We Need Your Shoes
Bring In 3 Pairs of Shoes for Free Admission to A Game
Safety is extremely important to our Blue Devil Community!
Blue Devils, please remember the SBHS See Something, Say Something Initiative. If you've seen something concerning at school, please use this QR code to report the incident. Providing details, location, and timeframe is really helpful.Springbrook High School
Email: Stephanie_Z_Valentine@mcpsmd.org
Website: https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/springbrookhs/
Location: 201 Valley Brook Drive, Silver Spring, MD, USA
Phone: 240-740-3800
Twitter: @SBHSPrinc