PHS Upcoming Events
Week of October 14th, 2019
Dear PHS Families,
Progress Reports for the first five weeks were mailed home today, and reports are also available through the SchoolTool Parent Portal. Please contact your child's teacher or guidance counselor with any questions or concerns.
PHS will be closed on Monday, October 14th (Columbus Day). Classes will resume on Tuesday, October 15th (Day 5).
Important information for students scheduled to take the PSAT on Wednesday, October 16th: The test starts promptly at 7:45 a.m. You will need to be at the AAK LGIR no later than 7:35 a.m. If you ride a bus, please get off at AAK. If you drive, you will need to park at the high school and walk to AAK. Bring two No. 2 pencils and a graphing or scientific calculator.
PHS "Picture Retake Day" is Friday, October 18th. If you missed the first picture day, be sure to pick up an order form from the main office. If you are getting a retake, please be sure to return your pictures to the photographer. You can also place your order online at mylifetouch.com by using the Picture Day ID: VJ029006Q1.
Online registration is now taking place for the wonter sports season. The registration site can be accessed using the button below. You can also contact Mr. Wilson, our Athletic Director, at mwilson@potsdam.k12.ny.us with any questions.
There will be a pre-licensing course also known as “the 5-hour course,” on October 28th & 29th from 7:00 - 9:30 pm both nights. This is a DMV-designed classroom course that provides new drivers with information to help them drive safely. New drivers must complete this course (or a New York State approved Driver Education Course) before they can schedule their driving test for their driver’s license. To register, bring $40.00 and a valid driver’s permit to the main office by October 25th.
The Potsdam Central School Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) is hosting a Harvest Carnival for the elementary school children at the Lawrence Avenue Elementary School Gym. The event is on Saturday, October 19th, from 2:00-5:00 pm. The PTSA is looking for volunteers to help with this event by running a carnival game, facepainting, helping with concessions, etc. Please use the buttons below to view the event flyer and sign up to volunteer!
The following colleges will be visiting PHS:
- October 16th at 1:30 pm - University of Vermont
- October 17th at 11:30 am - Utica College
- October 23rd at 8:00 am - Hartwick College
- October 23rd at 9:30 am - SUNY Plattsburgh
- October 28th at 10:00 am - Cazenovia College
- October 29th at 9:00 am - North Country Community College
- October 30th at 8:00 am - SUNY Geneseo
Please help support PHS! We can earn free school supplies and equipment through the Price Chopper “Tools for Schools” program. Please consider enrolling and linking your AdvantagEdge Card to PHS to help us earn points. You can enroll at www.pricechopper.com/tools-schools. Our school code is: 49833.
The Potsdam Booster Club has begun their annual Blue & Orange Discount Card sale. Cards cost $10 each and can be purchased from any fall sport athlete or from the main office at the high school. You can also contact Mr. Wilson (mwilson@potsdam.k12.ny.us) directly for purchases. Thank you for your support of the Potsdam Athletic Program.
Athletics are in full swing; you can keep up to date on Potsdam team practices and games using the Section X Calendar. You also have the option of subscribing to the calendar and getting regular reminders and updates.
Can't make it to the game? All Potsdam Modified, JV, and Varsity athletic contests scheduled for the turf field or the high school gym are available through live video stream or video on demand on the NFHS Network. A subscription is required to watch the live stream or the VOD can be viewed for free a short time after the conclusion of the contest. Please contact Mr. Wilson (mwilson@potsdam.k12.ny.us) in the Athletics Office with any questions.
The PHS Library is open Monday through Thursday each week from 2:15 to 4:00 pm for any students to get extra help on homework, to work on a group project, or just to take advantage of a quiet space.
Next Week at PHS:
Monday, October 14
- Columbus Day (No School)
Tuesday, October 15 (Day 5)
- Yearbook Meeting (2:20 pm in the PHS Library)
- Chess Club (2:20-3:45 pm in Room 869)
- Open Library (2:15-4:00 pm)
Wednesday, October 16 (Day 6)
- Positivity Club Meeting (6:45 am in the PHS Library)
- PSAT Exam (7:35 am in the AAK LGIR)
- Model U.N. Meeting (2:20 pm in the PHS Library)
- Agriculture Club (2:20-3:00 pm in Room 840)
- Robotics Club (2:20-3:00 pm in Room 831)
- Open Library (2:15-4:00 pm)
Thursday, October 17 (Day 1)
- Varsity Club (2:20-3:00 pm in the PHS Gymnasium)
- Speech & Debate (2:20-3:00 pm in Room 887)
- Artistic Congress (2:20-3:00 pm in the Art Room)
- Environmental Club (2:20-3:00 pm in Room 886)
- Robotics Club (2:20-3:00 pm in Room 831)
- Open Library (2:15-4:00 pm)
Friday, October 18 (Day 2)
- PHS Picture Retake Day
If you ever have any concerns or questions, you can always contact me at 265-2000 x 811 or mbennett@potsdam.k12.ny.us. Have a wonderful weekend!
Sincerely,
Mark Bennett
Potsdam Senior High School
Email: mbennett@potsdam.k12.ny.us
Website: phs.potsdam.k12.ny.us
Location: 29 Leroy Street, Potsdam, NY, USA
Phone: (315) 265-2000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Potsdam-High-School-149045258445747/?ref=your_pages
Twitter: @postdamCSD