Today's Topics, 1/2/2018

Wed, 01/02/2019 - 5:53pm
January Testing Dates
January 3 & 4 / ELA 10 (Graduation Requirement, must pass)
January 8 & 9 / Government HSA (students who have not passed or seniors taking course for the first time)
January 14 & 15 / Maryland Integrated Science Assessment (MISA) (any junior or senior who has not sat for a science assessment)
 
Specific students will be given a pass which indicates locations for the assessment.  If you have any questions, please feel free to call or email Assistant Principal, Tammy Foyles.
 
 
Mid-Term Information Meeting for Freshman Parents/Guardians
Thursday, January 3 at 7:00 in the Media Center
The purpose of this meeting is to provide parents with strategies and resources to support their child as they prepare for their mid-term exams. 
Please note that no course specific review materials will be shared at this meeting.
If you have questions, please contact Shaina McQueen, 9th grade Team Leader, via email at shaina_mcqueen@hcpss.org
 
 
 
 

Send a small package of motivation to the MRHS student(s) you LOVE!

Mid-Term Exams are just around the corner (Jan. 22-25).  Let your student know that you are thinking about him/her during midterms.  The Mustang African American Awareness Club (MAAAC) will be offering hand packed care packages filled with energizing goodies, items to help them study, as well as a personalized note from you, if you desire.

         Cost of the Midterm Madness Care Package is $10 (checks payable to MRHS/MAAAC).  Proceeds will help MAAAC fund community outreach activities and purchase supplies and educational materials for our club.  Your support is greatly appreciated!  Order deadline is Friday, January 18, 2019.  Order forms with payment may be dropped off in Student Services, Attn. Ms. Green.   Delivery to students will occur during Period 6 on January 22.

Midterm Madness Care Package Order Form 

 

 

 

Grant Opportunity for Student Organizations

The Department of Community Resources and Services, through Howard County Voices for Change, has announced the first annual Youth Shark Tank Opportunity. Participants will be competing for a grant of up to $500 for their student-led organization to use on a project working towards bettering their community.

A Letter of Interest must be submitted and should include the following information:

• Organization name

• Organization purpose

• Advisor contact information

• Project desired including desired outcomes after project

• Spreadsheet of budget with money needed and specifically how it will be spent

Letters of Interest should be limited to three pages, double-spaced and will only be considered from student-led organizations based within Howard County. After review, qualifying organizations will be invited to present to a panel of judges and audience on January 25, 2019.

Letters of Interest should be submitted to sthompson@howardcountymd.gov no later than Friday, January 04, 2019.  Questions can be directed to Sjori Thompson at (410) 313-5992 orsthompson@howardcountymd.gov  

 

 

HoCo Commission for Women Essay Contest

2019 Women's History Month Essay Contest: For generations, women have resolved conflicts in their homes, schools and communities. From women’s rights and racial justice to disarmament and gun control, the drive for nonviolent change has been championed by visionary women. They have rejected violence as counterproductive and stressed the need to restore respect, establish justice, and reduce the causes of conflict as the surest way to peace. From legal defense and public education to direct action and civil disobedience, women have expanded the American tradition of using inclusive, democratic and active means to reduce violence, achieve peace, and promote the common good. They have given voice to the unrepresented and hope to victims of violence and those who dream of a peaceful world. This year, we honor these champions of peace.

      As part of the Women's Hall of Fame induction and to mark Women's History Month, the Commission for Women also sponsors an essay contest for Howard County students in grades 6 through twelve. One middle school and one high school winner will be selected; each will receive a $200 gift card at the Women's Hall of Fame induction ceremonies in March.  The 2019 Women’s History Month essay contest theme is: "VISIONARY WOMEN: Champions of Peace and Nonviolence,” which recognizes that, for generations, women have resolved conflicts in their homes, schools and communities. Howard County students who live in Howard County and attend public or private school, or are-home-schooled, are eligible. All entries must be received no later than 5:00 pm, Tuesday, January 29, 2019.

      Visit the contest website for more information: https://www.howardcountymd.gov/CFW