PHS PATRIOT 10.18.21
Perseverance-Respect-Innovation-Dedication-Engagement
Principal's Message
Thank you to Ms. Turcotte and Mr. Grimsey for planning such a successful SAT day where students had an optimal testing environment. It is our hope that the results will help our school celebrate success and work on challenge areas identified in the assessments.
Student Council continues to prepare for an new homecoming dance experience on October 29th. A tip of the hat to the PHSO and participating parents who donated over $1000 to help students celebrate this traditional dance.
Today I encountered a PHS student who when asked about what they liked about school, she responded, "This is where I belong...It is fun see my teachers and friends." I don't think anyone could say it any better. I encourage every student to find a reason to belong.
Enjoy the week,
J. Amaral
Statewide Teacher PD Day - Friday, October 22, 2021 (Asynchronous Day for Students.)
Criminal Justice CTE Pathway Kickoff
Maria Chytka - Sole National Merit Scholar in Newport County High Schools.
She stands out as the lone National Merit Scholar Semi-Finalist in all of Newport County. She excels in school and wants to work for NASA some day. Maria is a special student who also has many interests outside of school. She participates in her local church youth group, to girl scouts, to captain of her JV soccer team to being a peer mentoring freshman and sophomores. She does all this with humility and kindness. Maria represents the best of our PRIDE motto.
National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®) announced the names of approximately 16,000 Semifi nalists in the 67th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,500 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $30 million that will be off ered next spring. To be considered for a Merit Scholarship® award, Semifi nalists must fulfi ll several requirements to advance to the Finalist level of the competition. About 95 percent of the Semifi nalists are expected to attain Finalist standing, and approximately half of the Finalists will win a National Merit Scholarship, earning the Merit Scholar® title.
Student Asymptomatic Covid Testing
PHS 2022 Yearbook Orders
Potter League Donations
PHSO supporting Student Council on Homecoming Dance
PHSO is seeking support for the PHS 2021 Homecoming Dance to enable a fun and safe event for our students. If you are interested in helping please click on the link below or email us at Phsphso@yahoo.com.
Interscholastic Sports News
Academic Standards: All students who play school sports must adhere to RIIL and district rules regarding minimum academic standards. Please refer to the athletic handbook and PHS handbook for details. If you have questions, please contact Mr. Trezvant, our athletic director.
Student-Athlete school attendance: each student must attend virtually or in-school each day school is in session or they will not be able to participate in interscholastic event that day. Students scheduled for in-person must attend school for the day or forfeit their participation in after school activities, events or clubs. If students have a special hardship, it needs to be approved in advance by the athletic director.
Portsmouth High School
PHS - Home of PRIDE Students
Email: amaralj@portsmouthschoolsri.org
Website: https://www.portsmouthschoolsri.org/Domain/8
Location: 120 Education Lane, Portsmouth, RI, USA
Phone: 401-683-2124
Twitter: @PortsmouthHS_RI