We have a wonderful school, staff, and student body. I am alarmed by certain things that we need to address! 76% off all discipline entries from tardy to the worst is from 9th and 10th graders. I am blaming this on the lack of consistency the last two years due to Covid and social norms and expectations
-Cell phones – teachers discretion in class. Students are allowed to have them before & after school, at lunch, and in between classes
-Attendance- too many tardies! School starts at 8:AM. Get here earlier! Doors open at 7AM
-Dress-Not hats, no bellies, no underwear, no sunglasses, no hoods
-Masks-must be worn at all times unless outside, eating, or after school hours
-Bathrooms-no backpacks; no more than 6
-Fighting-5 days or more OSS; can be arrested
-IDS – Must be worn at all times!
-Recording fights – not allowed! Violates FERPA. This also includes taking pictures or videos of others
-Disrespect towards staff – This will not be tolerated! If you verbally assault or threaten a staff member or use profane language directly with them, they will be suspended.
-Bullying/Harassment/Intimidation Once informed, the instigator can not talk to the victim; if it occurs again, OSS to expulsion will occur
Vaping-it’s against the law! Nothing on campus!
-Policy 4373-In Loco parentis; The term in loco parentis, Latin for "in the place of a parent" refers to the legal responsibility of a person or organization to take on some of the functions and responsibilities of a parent; Students should be where they are supposed to be doing what they are supposed to do and on time doing it. Administrators have more flexibility with students, more so than police. We will search, we will wand students, we will protect this campus from illegal activity because we have the right and responsibility to do so!
-The needs of the many out weight the needs of the few. The 5% of our population (which is about 80-90 students) that choose to come to school for other reasons not associated with learning are the ones you are hearing about. We will protect the integrity of this institution, the staff, and the rest of the 95% of the students coming here doing their job.
-Please continue to educate your students on the items I touched on. It starts at home!
-Thank you for understanding and thank you to those students coming to school doing their job and being apart of the 95% doing things right!
-If you have any further questions please call us.
Just another reminder the deadline for a student to be considered for an Early College Scholarship for Spring 2022 is today! The application is located on the website . https://www.wvup.edu/future-students/high-school-students/early-college/
Attention PHS Freshman:
This week, Nov. 1-5, freshman students will take the PSAT 9. The students have an assigned time in the AM or PM to take this online assessment. These appointments have been posted this week, so be sure your student knows when they are testing, and eat a good breakfast and lunch this week before they test. If their are any questions contact the Student Service Center at PHS.
Attention parents and visitors we are finished with our lockdown drill this morning. Thank you everyone for your cooperation!
Attention parents and visitors we will be having a practice lockdown drill this morning. You will not be able to pick up your students or enter the building until we are finished. Once we are finished I’ll make another announcement.
Thank you.
Student IDs will be handed out in your 1st period class on Thursday. All students are expected to wear an ID. Those going to Tech or Caperton in the AM, please stop by Student Services to pick up your ID when you get back.
Come out and support one of our students being cancer free. All proceeds will go to WVU Cancer Center!
Picture retakes will be Monday and Tuesday from 8-1030 in the Auditorium. Parents can pre-order online up to 48 hours after picture day.
inter-state.com/order
Enter online pre-order code: 64059P
REMINDER
On Wednesday, Oct. 13, all 10th grade students will be taking the PSAT. Juniors that have paid will be taking the NMSQT on Wednesday, Oct. 13 also. Testing will begin at 8, and run approximately until 11:30. Students need to be in their assigned test room before morning announcements. They should also eat a breakfast that morning and get plenty of sleep on Tuesday evening.
On Wednesday, Oct. 13, all 10th grade students will be taking the PSAT. Juniors that have paid will be taking the NMSQT on Wednesday, Oct. 13 also. Testing will begin at 8, and run approximately until 11:30. Students need to be in their assigned test room before morning announcements. They should also eat a breakfast that morning and get plenty of sleep on Tuesday evening.
Tomorrow is the last day to order a 2022 yearbook at the early bird price of $55. After Saturday, the price will go up to $60. The early bird price is only available online.
Visit yearbookordercenter.com and use code 4982 to reserve your student's yearbook today.
PHS Art Teacher, Emma Romanowski, has been selected as the WVAEA 2021 High School Art Educator Award winner. She submitted documentation explaining how she has worked hard to be the best art teacher she can be for her students and the school. Please give her an encouraging word of support for winning this prestigious award. The WVAEA Conference is taking place on Friday Oct 22 and Saturday 23rd. Emma will accept the award at the WVAEA 2021 Conference Award Banquet on Saturday Oct 23 from 6-8pm at Wilson Lodge Oglebay Resort in Wheeling, WV.
Congratulations EMMA!
Check out the latest Counseling Center Bulletin https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/o/ph/page/counseling-center-bulletin
We also updated the Scholarships Page https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/o/ph/page/scholarships
Congratulations to Molly McLean on earning All-State at the WV State Golf Tournament today.
This message is for Seniors and their parents/guardians. We will be hosting a Financial Aid workshop, Thursday November 18th from 6-7 pm, and a FAFSA workshop December 13th from 4-8 pm in first floor computer lab. Parents will need their 2020 income tax and W2's.
August Kafer will present
***Attention Juniors***
Tomorrow, Oct. 6, is the last day for juniors to register for the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT). Cost is $18. Registration is in the Student Service Center.
Attention All Seniors: There are still seniors who have not turned in their records to Nurse Stephenie for the Meningitis Booster Vaccination. These are due no later than 10/8/21. This is a required Vaccination to attend school by the WV Immunization Law. If you have any questions, please call 304-420-9595 ext.3
October 4th is a scheduled day off for students due to teacher training. Teachers please check your email for the CD day schedule for tomorrow. Please adhere to your training schedule and email us if you have any questions. We will see our students on Tuesday. Thank you!
If you are attending the homecoming dance this evening from 7-9 here are some guidelines that must be followed. You must have your ticket to enter. Doors will open at 6:50. You will enter the Field House through the mezzanine entrance where we do for prom. Do not bring anything with you and that includes backpacks or purses. Just bring yourself and your ticket. Do not wear high healed shoes. Once you exit you can not re enter for any reason. The dance will be over at 9 so parents please pick them up then. Thank you and enjoy your evening.
The PHS Robotics Club is selling concessions today at Rural King from 11:30-2:30. Proceeds go towards travel expenses for their club. Come out and support!
