WHS Weekly Newsletter
Home of the Lions - October 21, 2022
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Walkersville Communities,
I hope everyone enjoys the long weekend. When we return it will be term 2! Term 1 report cards will be issued on November 1st, so be on the lookout. I want to extend a big congratulations to the theater department and Ms. VanGilder-Martin for a wonderful production last week. Good luck to all of our teams who are finishing up athletic seasons and heading into playoffs soon!
Sincerely,
Dr. Stephanie Ware
Principal
SCHOOL ATTENDANCE MESSAGE
School attendance is so important, and we need students in class and on time. We are continuing to track lates to school. Please be aware that students should be in their seats when the 7:30 bell rings. Students will receive a warning the first two times they are late. On their 3rd and 4th late, they will receive a 30 minute after school detention. Students will receive a 60 minute after school detention for their 5th late and each one after that. Thank you for your continued effort in getting to school on time.
Senior Class of 2023 Announcements
November 10 – Senior Meeting in FLEX
- All seniors were added into a WHS Senior Class of 2023 Schoology group. We encourage senior parents to join this group as well - we post all upcoming events and important announcements in this group. Parents who want to join can follow these instructions:
- Click Groups at the top of Schoology.
- Select My Groups.
- Click Join Group on the right.
- Enter the Group Access Code: SW5Q-CM9S-8GC6Q
- Click JOIN
FCPS has just announced graduation dates, please click here to see the most current news.
We are excited to work with all students, parents, and faculty to make next year a success! Please don’t hesitate to contact us with questions.
Senior Class Advisors - Lauren Bishard (lauren.bishard@fcps.org) and Michelle Early (michelle.early@fcps.org)
JOSTENS GRADUATION PORTAL
Jostens Graduation Portal: Order all graduation-related items (including the required cap & gown) at this link.
JOSTENS YEARBOOK INFORMATION
Yearbook information: Senior Ads and Casuals for the Yearbook prices are listed here below. Click here for the ad link. Please email Ms. Rutherford at kylie.rutherford@fcps.org for any additional questions.
Through October 31.
Full page: $310, 1/2: $180, 1/4 $100, 1/8 $50
11/01 - 01/02
Full Page: $320, 1/2 $190, 1/4 $110, 1/8 $60
01/03 - 02/07
Full Page: $340, 1/2 $210, 1/4 $130, 1/8 $80
Click here to be directed to Jostens to order your yearbook!
PICTURE DATES FOR 2022-2023
Underclass Make up: October 26 - 8am-2:30pm
For questions about ordering school pictures please email underclass@vosphoto.com
UPCOMING CALENDAR REMINDERS
- November 8 - School closed - Election day
- November 23-25 Schools closed Thanksgiving Break
- November 30 - Mid-Term, 2-hour early dismissal
SUBSTITUTES NEEDED!!
Substitute? I don’t have a degree in education!
You don’t need a degree in education!!
You can work in education and support the children and staff in your community. There are so many reasons to help!
· Job flexibility – choose the days you can work and the schools you would like to go to.
· Get your foot in the door at FCPS by networking with staff.
· Add some valuable skills to your toolbox (problem solving, flexibility, etc.)
· It’s never boring!!
· Schools are exciting places to be and you can learn amazing things from the students and staff
· The demand is real, the appreciation is overwhelming
· Following the lesson plan and working with students helps to make the day go by quickly
· Gain an appreciation of how much work goes into running a school
· Your community needs you – we can’t do this alone
· Make a difference. What could be more valuable than being a positive influence to the children of Frederick County
Apply now at Substitute Application
Teacher Substitute; must have 60 college credits. $21/hour
Special Education Instructional Assistant; must have a high school diploma. $15.36/hour
We also have opportunities for long term Substitute positions that last at least 11 days.
Join our team and see the rewards!
ADVENTURE PARK
SHOWERS IN A SHOEBOX
SALVATION ARMY
FREE RANGE WORLD KIDS AND TEENS
Free Range Kids and Teens enables young artists, creative thinkers, and leaders to find and elevate their unique voices and skills through the performing arts. Schedules and registration at [freerangeworld.com]freerangeworld.com
Click a link below for more information,
CHILDREN'S BUSINESS FAIR
Join the 2nd annual Children’s Business Fair, it will be on be Saturday November 5th from 12-3pm. This year they will be hosting up to 100 businesses! This event is being offered to any child ages 6-17 years old who lives in or outside Frederick County or up to 12th grade for FCPS students. Participation is free and the children get to keep 100% of their sales. The Acton Children's Business Fair, Frederick, MD and Global STEM +AR Outreach Foundation, Inc believe this is an excellent opportunity for students to experience entrepreneurship, apply math skills, and learn people skills. Use the link below to check out the flier and where to sign up.
SERTOMA OFF STREET BASKETBALL
The Sertoma-Off Street Basketball League is gearing up for the 2022-2023 basketball year. They will be holding registration every Saturday October (1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th) from 9am to 12pm. Location for registration will be at North Frederick Elementary School around back on the gym side. Registration for children 2nd- 4th grade, 5th- 6th grade, 7th-8th grade and 9th-10th grade. Please see flyer below for more information.
YMCA
The YMCA is holding a Maryland Youth & Government October 27th at 4:00pm. At Natelli Family YMCA next to UHS in Community room A. Here is the link to the flyer.
i9 SPORTS
The i9 Sports are getting ready for winter sports. Sign-ups are now open. All skill levels are welcomed. No Tryouts! Organized programs for boys and girls ages from 5-14.
Click the i9 winter sports for more information.
SLEEP IN HEAVENLY PEACE
Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) is an all-volunteer 501(C)(3) non-profit that builds twin beds, and delivers them, FREE of CHARGE, to families in Frederick Co Maryland whose kids, ages 4-17, are sleeping on the floor, a couch, or with their parents or siblings. See the flier for more information.
SCHOOL CASH ONLINE
SchoolCash Online is an easy to use and safe way to pay for your children’s school fees. Now, with a few clicks, you can pay for your child’s yearbook, class trips and so much more from your own home. All you have to do is register an account, attach your children and in no time you will be able to make payments online. We accept many different payment forms so come in and check us out!
Why Use SchoolCash Online?
Convenient Make secure payments 24/7 from the comfort of your home
Easy To Use Online shopping with various payment methods
Safe Your child won't be carrying cash or checks to and from school
Saves Time Manage your school expenses and view payment history in one place
FOOD DELIVERIES
SPORTS NEWS
Please click here for our Walkersville Lions Sports page, with links to Facebook and Twitter.
- WHS will be using the GoFan app this coming year for athletic contests. Please use the link https://gofan.co/app/school/MD24853… to purchase game day tickets or season passes! Yes, season passes are available for the upcoming athletic seasons. Support Lion athletics by attending any or all of the athletic events. Avoid the lines by purchasing digital tickets and passes.
- Stay up to date on all WHS athletics at https://walkersvillelions.com. Team pages and schedules for all programs.
FALL SPORTS SENIOR NIGHTS CUTEST BABY CONTEST
During Fall Sports’ Senior nights, Safe and Sound will be hosting a Cutest Baby Contest for participating seniors! All proceeds go to the Class of 2023 end of year Safe and Sound event. Don’t forget to bring cash and vote for the cutest baby!
COUNSELING NEWS
General reminders for students in all grades will be posted on Schoology in the WHS Counseling Office group. Students have been automatically added to this group. Parents who want to join can follow these instructions:
- Click Groups at the top of Schoology.
- Select My Groups.
- Click Join Group on the right.
- Enter the Group Access Code: KCCM-CPHP-HGP93
- Click JOIN
- Click Groups at the top of Schoology.
- Select My Groups.
- Click Join Group on the right.
- Enter the Group Access Code: SW5Q-CM9S-8GC6Q
- Click JOIN
Please click on the link below for more IMPORTANT information from the Counseling Center.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uA7PAs0IsMeOD4AStZJQg7wpC7j9HgoM/view?usp=sharing
FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION
10/27 Catoctin HS: Fin. Aid Presentation 5:30pm-6:30pm; FAFSA Finish workshop 6:30pm-8:30pm
11/2 Oakdale HS: Fin. Aid Presentation 6pm-7pm; FAFSA Finish workshop 7pm-9pm
11/3 Gov Thomas Johnson HS: FAFSA Finish workshop only 6:30pm-8:30pm
11/15 Frederick HS: Fin. Aid Presentation 6pm-7pm; FAFSA Finish workshop 7pm-9pm
These appointments are also available to assist families in completing the Maryland State Financial Aid Application (MSFAA). The MSFAA allows qualified children of undocumented immigrants, who qualify for in-state tuition under §15–106.8 of the MD Education Article, to apply and be considered for certain types of state-based financial aid.
FAFSA and MSFAA applications must be completed by March 1, 2023, for a student to be considered for state-based financial aid.
Registration is open now for the FAFSA Finish portion of the event: https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=zTP3nN
FAFSA Finish events are brought to you by Frederick Community College, The Community Foundation of Frederick County, Frederick County Public Schools, Hood College, Housing Authority of the City of Frederick, Mount St. Mary’s University, Frederick County NAACP, and United Way of Frederick Cou
FCPS CTC OPEN HOUSE
Come see the amazing things students can do at the...
FCPS Career and Technology Center (CTC)
OPEN HOUSE
Thursday, October 27
6-8 PM
24 career programs for
FCPS students in 10th-12th grades
Many offer college credits, dual enrollment, industry certification/licenses
Enjoy fun hands-on activities for all ages
Learn about potential careers
Students: find out how to jump start your future at CTC!
7922 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD 21702
240-236-8500
www.careertech.net
EARLY COLLEGE INFORMATION NIGHTS
9th and 10th Grade Students!
FCC invites you to register for one of the following Early College Information Nights to learn about the FCPS-FCC Early College program:
- Wednesday, November 16, 2022(virtual)
- Thursday, February 15, 2023 (virtual)
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
The FCC Early College program is a way to earn an associate degree and high school diploma simultaneously by attending FCC full-time during your junior and senior years. The program was created to increase participation and completion for students from populations historically underrepresented in higher education and is open to all FCPS high school students.
FCPS students apply to Early College during their sophomore year.
Members of the Dual Enrollment Team will go through the details of the Early College program and acceptance process, and they will answer questions from interested students and families.
Register to attend one of three sessions at www.tinyurl.com/EarlyCollegeInformationNight
If you register for a virtual date then you will receive the link to the Google Meet session in your registration confirmation email.
Visit www.tinyurl.com/FCCDualEnrollment to register for a Dual Enrollment Virtual Open House to learn about all DE opportunities.
Contact the DE Office at DualEnrollment@frederick.edu, 301-624-2893, or www.frederick.edu/de
TutorMe Free Service Is Now Available
TutorMe is a great resource for students. Utilize these resource to learn all about it!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_A2lD96xs-eU4ucgPP2-u3nvnMJ-RPRXm64k8ZRVY4I/edit?usp=sharing
ACADEMY FOR THE FINE ARTS SIGN UP
To see a Google translation of this message in Spanish, please use the "Spanish" link at the top of this message:
Utilice el enlace "Spanish" en la parte superior de este mensaje para ver la traducción de Google en español:
Students interested in shadowing the Academy for the Fine Arts can sign up by visiting our website (www.fcpsartsacademy.org) and clicking on "visit the AFA." The Academy for the Fine Arts is an FCPS college and career pathway program for students in grades 10-12 offering focus areas in Dance, Music, Musical Theatre, Theatre, and Visual Art.
Please note, transportation is NOT provided for Shadow Days. To learn more about the AFA and to access the application, visit www.fcpsartsacademy.org. Applications and digital audition submissions for next school year must be submitted by January 13th.
For questions, please contact AFA Coordinator, Jonathan Kurtz, at jonathan.kurtz@fcps.org or 240-236-8352.
TREX PLASTIC RECYCYLING COMPETITION
SERVICE HOURS GRADUATION REQUIREMENT
Just as a reminder: each student needs 75 service hours in order to graduate. Those service hours can be a combination of hours earned academically in the classroom and from volunteer hours outside of school.
Hours earned from outside of school should be recorded and submitted on this form to Kim Fogle at kim.fogle@fcps.org or WHS room 183.
If you are incorporating service into your Spring break or Summer activities, please be aware of this requirement and don’t forget to get your forms signed and returned. If you have any questions on the status of your service hours, please contact me or your counselor.
ATTENDANCE INFORMATION
If your child will be absent, late or is leaving early, please email WHS.Attendance@fcps.org with student's name, grade, date and reason for absence. If your student is a student driver, please indicate this on the note. Student drivers will receive a pass to allow them to sign out on their own.
For early dismissals:
- Parent/Guardian will come to the office to sign student out **If not a student driver
- Please bring your ID
- Allow adequate time to locate student for an early dismissal
- If you allow someone else to sign your student out, please note the name you authorize in your note to the school. They will be required to show ID to pick up student.
Don’t forget, when going to a medical appointment, remember to get a doctor's note from their office. We will update your student's attendance accordingly. This is especially important if you have a student that has after school activities.
For more attendance information, https://education.fcps.org/whs/attendance
WHS PTSA Reflections Program
Show us your creative side!
This year’s theme: “Show Your Voice!”
All grades and abilities are encouraged to participate!
Enter in any of these 6 categories:
Dance, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts
Pick up an entry form in the media center or download from http://walkersvillehighschool.my-ptsa.org/.
DUE DATE: Friday, DECEMBER 2nd
(Please drop off entries forms and artwork to the PTSA mailbox in the WHS front office)
Prizes and certificates will be awarded for entries. Each submission has the possibility of moving up to the county level, state level and even the national level.
See how far your creative side can take you!
Questions? Please contact Jocelyn Harris at whslionsptsareflections@gmail.com
OCTOBER PTSA BULLETIN BOARD
WHS PTSA NEWS
Join “WHS PTSA” on Facebook to stay connected and get updated information about PTSA happenings and WHS events!
Visit our website at http://WalkersvilleHighSchool.my-ptsa.org for additional information.
Join the WHS PTSA
Thanks to all staff, students, and family members who have already joined the PTSA and made contributions to our important programs. It’s never too late to join or make a donation. Visit https://fspta-00023699.memberhub.com/store or scan the QR code below to become a member today!
SAFE & SOUND GRADUATION REGISTRATION
MVA LEARNER'S PERMIT
If under 16, you must provide a completed verification of identity and/or school attendance, form (#DL-300) to an MVA official during the learner's permit application process. The attendance form must be presented to the MVA in a sealed, unopened envelope provided by the applicant's school or county home school coordinator, if home schooled. Please make sure to drop request a School Verification Form from the Attendandce Secretary and allow 24 hours for the form to be ready.
WORK PERMIT
Are you or your student getting a summer job? All students under the age of 18 require a work permit. You can apply directly at: https://www.dllr.state.md.us/labor/wages/empm.shtml
Only the student, parent and employer are required to sign.
NEED SUPPORT - HAVE A QUESTION OR CONCERN?
We are here to support you! Do you have a question, but not sure who to ask? What do you need assistance with? Just complete the form linked here and someone will get back to you as soon as possible. https://forms.gle/bndJpvxzbCEuwrgC7
Walkersville High School
Office Hours: 7:00am - 3:30pm
Email: nicole.brown@fcps.org
Website: https://education.fcps.org/whs/
Location: 81 West Frederick Street, Walkersville, MD, USA
Phone: 240-236-7200
Twitter: @DrWare_FCPS