Tivy High School Updates
Week 12 Marking Period 3
Tivy High School
Website: www.kerrvilleisd.net/tivy
Location: 3250 Texas 534 Loop, Kerrville, TX, USA
Phone: 830-257-2212
Twitter: @TIVYHS
Marking Period 3 Progress Reports Friday, November 20th
We have reached the 3 week progress report period for marking period 3. Teachers will finalize progress report grades on Friday, November 20th.
Student grade categories for the school year are consistent for each course. Daily grade average counts for 70% of their overall average. Tests & major assignments count 30% of their overall average. It is important students complete each assignment for each course.
The end of marking period 3 will culminate with semester exams starting on December 15th. Please see the exam schedule attached below. Semester grades and attendance are the factors used to determine credit attainment at the high school. Each student should obtain 3.5 credits per semester and total 7 credits per year.
Sincerely,
Shelby Balser
Proud Principal
Tivy High School
Progress Report Period ends Friday, November 20th ***Regain Eligibility***
Student who were previously ineligible can regain eligibility at progress report period. Students who participate in UIL activities must be passing all courses with a 70 or higher in order to maintain regain eligibility to participate. If successful, students will become eligible for participation on Friday, December 4 at 3:25PM.
Per UIL rules, all students are eligible during the 5-day Thanksgiving Break.
The eligibility calendar for the school year is available below. Please contact your student's sponsor for eligibility questions.
Instructional Method Change-Return to Campus & Cancellation of Virtual Learning
If your student is being unsuccessful with virtual learning, please contact a campus administrator immediately to discuss options. Two unsuccessful marking periods is a disadvantage for students on their path to earn credits for the school year.
We have notified parents of students who are unsuccessful with virtual learning and are requiring return to campus. You will be contacted directly if this cancellation policy applies to your student.
Marking Period 3 On-Campus Required Courses Update
OFFICE HOURS & THE LATE BUS
CHECK OUT TEACHER WEBSITE LINKS ON TIVY WEBSITE
Office Hours (Tutoring) Schedules are available on teacher websites and posted for individual TEAMS. On-campus students are able to connect with teachers before school, during lunch, and after-school as needed. Students will receive a pass from a teacher for the late bus. It leaves campus at 4:30 Monday thru Thursday.
National Honor Society Tutoring is available Monday through Thursday in the library until 4:30. Students can be issued a Golden Ticket (pictured) to attend from their teachers; all students are welcome. If your student needs additional support, consider peer tutoring options.
Virtual students should connect with teachers through TEAMS, email, and participate in live class zooms when possible. Virtual students needing additional assistance should contact their teacher directly.
Technology Tips & Tricks to Access and Use TEAMS
Virtual Tips, Reminders and Help:
Always use Google Chrome
Always log in through www.kerrvilleisd.net
Never change your passwords: It will lock you out of the system
For Teams and other tutorials for virtual learners, go to:
Kerrvilleisd.net > Our schools> Tivy> Library link at the top of the page >
Click on the “Virtual Learning Help for Students” link to see video tutorials on Microsoft Teams
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: COVID SAFETY MITIGATIONS-WEAR A MASK
Protocols are in place to minimize the time students are exposed to one another.
2. Do teachers have access to cleaning supplies? Yes, every classroom is equipped with cleaning supplies that is used frequently throughout the day.
3. Do students have access to hand washing and hand sanitizer? Each wing is equipped with bathrooms to facilitate frequent hand washing. Hand sanitizer stands are available throughout the building.
4. Are students and staff screened everyday? Yes, we continue to screen our staff and students each day. If a student or staff member develops a symptom that is not normal to them or reports close contact concern they are asked to stay home.
5. How do we contact trace? In the event of a positive case, we gather as many details about possible contact from class schedules, lunch tables, teachers, and the students themselves. Each case is treated as quickly and efficiently as possible and all parents are notified.
6. What happens to a student or staff member if someone in their house tests positive? Students or staff with a household member positive are required to quarantine. Please let us know if you have someone in your home who has tested positive.
7. How often are classrooms cleaned? Common surfaces are cleaned throughout the day by teachers and staff. Additionally, our custodial team treats each room after school hours.
PTO Membership Form--JOIN OUR PTO & Help Support our Campus
Joining the PTO Made Easy
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Dues money is the source of income to provide support and love to the campus staff.
Thank you for supporting the Tivy PTO!
Class of 2021 Project Graduation Information--See Letter and Contact Information Below
Free & Reduced Lunch Applications
Important tips for application:
1. Only one application per family is needed.
2. Applications can be filed through Skyward Family Access.
3. Free & Reduced lunch has other benefits at the high school level including AP exam costs, SAT waivers, and post-secondary assistance.
We met with students again this week to distribute applications. See attachment below for an application.
Profile of a Graduate
Instructional Standards
KISD Literacy Plan
SHOUT OUT: Orchestra Performs Veterans Day Tribute
SHOUT OUT: Ephemeral Art with Piñatas
SHOUT OUT: CNA Students
Help Contribute to the 2020-2021 Yearbook
Campus Safety Reminders: Visitors & Deliveries
We will continue to limit on campus visitors to parents/families for school needs. Thank you for your understanding.
Please keep deliveries to campus limited to educational needs.
Visitor Parking and Entrances
A few reminders on safety:
1. Visitor parking is located in the student parking lot on north side of campus. Please use those spaces to park and proceed to school entrance.
2. All exterior doors are locked throughout the school day. There will be door bells to press for entrance. All visitors will be COVID-19 screened; questions are displayed by door bell. Please plan accordingly when visiting the campus.
3. Deliveries to campus for students must be brought into the office. We do not want students meeting cars in parking lots for deliveries. Please partner with us to keep students in supervised areas. Please limit deliveries to essential items for students.
CAMPUS REMINDERS
College Career and Military Readiness Opportunities
- performance on SAT/PSAT/ACT tests
- Career and Technical Education certifications
- TSI scores (Texas Success Initiative test)
- ASVAB Test (Military-readiness indicator)
Upcoming opportunities on campus:
- We are a TSI host campus. See Mrs. Ahrens or Mr. Grmela for information on dates.
- SAT School Day for juniors will be March 3, 2021.
College entrance information and scholarship information is readily available in the counseling office.
Virtual College Night opportunity opened October 15th and will be available through the month of November. See the attached flyer below.
Upcoming Home Events and Dates:
November 20, 3 Week Progress Report Period
November 23-27, Thanksgiving Holidays
December 8-11, STAAR EOC Retesting
December 15-18, Semester Exam Schedule
December 18, End of Marking Period 3
Please view the Tivy Website for athletic calendar and campus events. Fall sports schedules are available on the website under activities.
Kerrville Public School Foundation Tiles
The Tivy Tile can be found at our main gym entrance and are a great way to honor a student, teacher, or former Antler.
Campus Sporting Events Expectations and Changes
Capacity at each venue will be limited to 50%. Tickets will be sold online (see picture below) and only available until we reach capacity. Tickets will not be sold at the door. We have not and will not issue any athletic student passes or faculty passes. Students who wish to attend events will need to purchase a ticket on-line.
Additional Procedures for all events:
1. All spectators will be screened at the entrance. We will use the same questions for student and staff screening. (See attachment above.)
2. Family groups will be socially-distanced in the gym and stadiums.
3. Masks will be required.
4. Avoid exiting once screened and tickets are scanned.
5, Student sections will be clearly marked.
Specific Football Stadium Procedures:
1. Home spectators must enter on home side gates. Tickets will not scan at visitor gates.
2. Top row of stadium seating must remain empty to allow spacing for handicap spaces.
Concession stands will be available at both venues.
Gates open at gym 30 minutes prior to posted game time.
Gates open at stadium 1 hour and 30 minutes prior to posted game time.
Thank you for your cooperation as we work to ensure our students continue to compete and perform.
District Opportunities--Employment Opportunities and Daycare Openings
- Substitute Teaching
- Tivy Child Development Center (Accredited Daycare) has openings!