Last night’s Back-to-School was very well attended. We hope that you enjoyed meeting teachers, hearing about course highlights, and learning a little about our building as you followed your student’s schedule. For those who were unable to attend and for a general reference guide, the B2SN Presentation is available on the school website at https://mrhs.hcpss.org/ The powerpoint includes information presented by Mrs. Goldeisen, as well as information shared by PTSA and Boosters. HC DrugFree’s Back-to-School video may be viewed by clicking here.
Concessions Needs Help for Saturday’s Field Hockey Tournament
4 volunteers per shift / 8-11 a.m. and 11a.m.-2p.m.
Students may work for Service Hours!!
Use our SiGN UP GENIUS to volunteer your time!
Ravens RISE High School Football Showdown
Varsity Football vs Centennial on Sep. 14
Voting ends 9/11 @ 5p.m.
www.BaltimoreRavens.com/Showdown
Mentors Sought for GT Intern-Mentor Students
The MRHS GT Intern-Mentor Program has four student interns whose placement is contingent upon the availability of a mentor in their specific area of interest. If you or someone you know might have an interest in serving as a Mentor for this school year, please contact Mr. Eckert at paul_eckert@hcpss.org or 410-313-5432. More information is available by clicking here.
The areas of interest needed are:
Building Security The camera/buzz-in system has been installed at the Main Front Entrance and will be operational during school hours. All building visitors, parents, and students who arrive late will need to provide identification and reason for their visit in order to be buzzed into the building. Please press the buzzer once and wait for staff to respond; be prepared to state your name and reason for your visit. Once buzzed in, report to the front office. Visitors will be asked to sign in through Lobby Guard and receive a visitor badge to wear while in the building. To read more about HCPSS building safety measures, click here.
Safe Driving Presentation
@ MRHS on Tuesdays 9/11 at 6:30 p.m.
Beginning the week of September 17th, a parking permit will be required to be displayed on the rearview mirror of any vehicle parked on school property during the school day.
Parent Volunteers -- According to HCPSS Board Policy, each year all parent volunteers must complete a Confidentiality Training Course about protecting the privacy of our students, staff, and schools. Please complete this course before registering to volunteer at your child’s school. The course takes about 5 minutes to complete. For more information and to complete the training, click here.
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Dates to Remember:
9/10 Schools & Offices are CLOSED
9/11 MRHS Safe Driver Presentation, 6:30 pm in the auditorium
Back to Music Night, 7:30 pm in the auditorium
9/12 Fall Drama Production Auditions, 2:30 pm in the auditorium
PTSA Meeting / Ice Cream Social, 6-7:30 pm in the cafeteria
Boosters Meeting 7:30 pm in the Staff Lounge
HCASC Leadership Meeting, 7pm at Homewood Center Cafeteria
9/19 Schools & Offices are CLOSED
10/4-5 Underclass Picture Days
10/10 PSAT Day (Grades 9, 10, 11)
Athletic Events:
9/11 Field Hockey @ Mt Hebron / Varsity 3:30, JV 5:00
Boys Soccer @ Liberty / JV 5:00, Varsity 6:30
9/12 Golf Multi-team Event @ Cattail GC / 3:00
Cross Country Multi-team Event @ Atholton / 4:00
9/13 Golf vs Reservoir @ Willow Springs GC / 3:00
Girls Soccer vs Hammond @ MRHS / JV 4:00, Varsity 5:30
Volleyball vs Southern @ MRHS / JV 4:30, Varsity 5:30
9/14 Field Hockey vs McDonogh @ MRHS / Varsity 3:45, JV 5:15
Boys Soccer @ Hammond / JV 5:30, Varsity 7:00
Football vs Hammond @ MRHS / JV 4:00, Varsity 7:00 / Gate Admission
9/15 Varsity Volleyball @ Linganore Tournament / 8a.m.
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STAY CONNECTED:
Follow us on twitter: @hcpss_mrhs
Website: http://mrhs.hcpss.org/
PTSA: https://www.marriottsridgeptsa.org/
Boosters: http://www.mrhs-boosters.com/
Music Foundation: http://www.mrhsmusic.net/
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Community Notices
Please visit the Community News and Programs page on the HCPSS website for announcements of upcoming events and programs sponsored by non-profit organizations.
Get Involved in Student Leadership and Service
Wednesday, September 12, 7-8:30 p.m., Homewood Center Cafeteria
All middle and high school students interested in serving the community and gaining leadership skills are invited to attend the monthly meetings of the Howard County Association of Student Councils (HCASC).
HC DrugFree
Teen Advisory Council: HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council (TAC) meets one Monday evening a month from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Barn/Teen Center in the Oakland Mills Village Center and is open to all Howard County high school students. Community service hours are available for all meetings and events. TAC’s first 2018-19 meetings will be held on Monday, September 17 and October 22. To register, please visit www.hcdrugfree.org and go to the Teen Advisory Council page. Refreshments provided at meetings so must RSVP to Admin@hcdrugfree.org or call 443-325-0040.
Get Rid of Old EpiPens, Medication and More: The next convenient drive-thru medication and “sharps” (needles, syringes and EpiPens) collection will be held on Saturday, October 27 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. in the Wilde Lake Village Center parking lot near the Swim Center and UPS Store. HC DrugFree and the Howard County Police urge you to clean out your unwanted or expired over-the-counter and prescription medication and sharps. Please visit HC DrugFree’s website at www.hcdrugfree.org and go to the Events/Drug Take Back Day page for more information about medication disposal, call 443-325-0040 or email Admin@hcdrugfree.org.
Electronic Newsletter for Parents: Sign up for HC DrugFree’s free electronic newsletter to learn about local drug/alcohol overdoses, issues facing your children, free educational programs/resources for adults and youth, and local data. Gain access to a Q & A where parents (or youth) ask anonymous questions and local experts provide answers. Sign up online at www.hcdrugfree.org and click on “join our mailing list” on the homepage or forward your email address to Admin@hcdrugfree.org.