Today's Topics, 3/5/19

Student Services Newsletter

Student Services will publish a monthly newsletter to provide students, parents/guardians, and the MRHS community with information and events of interest.   Newsletters are now posted on the MRHS website, too!

March Issue Includes: 

  • Important Dates to Remember
  • AP Exam Information
  • ACT/SAT Prep
  • Elijah Cummings Youth Program in Israel
  • MD Boys State Program
  • Scholarships (3 pages!)
  • College Fairs
  • WIAA Day at UMD
  • Summer Programs
  • College Open Houses
  • Soup’r Sundae

Check it out! 

 

Great Opportunity for Sophomores!

Leadership U Class of 2019  Are you thinking of college for your child?  Let Leadership U help your current sophomore build the skills that will help them succeed!  Leadership U can provide him or her a memorable week-long program of leadership development, networking, and community awareness.  Beginning the end of July and continuing through the fall of their junior year with nine Sunday afternoon group meetings, LU will give your child the opportunity to build their network, strengthen their leadership skills, meet new students, and work on a community service project of their choice.  Come learn more and speak to some of our grads at our final information session:  March 7 at Miller Library, both from 7-8pm.  Parents and students in both 9th and 10th grade are encouraged to attend.  Additional information is available at http://www.leadershiphc.org/leadership-u-2/  or email Meg Ignacio mignacio@leadershiphc.org.   Online applications are due March 14, 2019.

 

 

The College Panel Discussion, March 26 @ 7pm hosted by RHHS PTSA in the River Hill Auditorium This event will address how families can begin to understand the college search and college application process.  There is a right fit for everyone!   Parents are invited to attend this wonderful opportunity, sponsored by the River Hill High School PTSA on March 26 at 7pm in the RHHS Auditorium.  Panel participants include representatives from Dickinson College, George Washington University, James Madison University, Johns Hopkins, and UMD College Park.

 

Tonight's Girls Basketball @ Oakland Mills will be played at 6:00 p.m.  Strutting with the Staff Team MRHS donation link is http://brightmindsfoundation.org/campaigns/strutting-marriottsridge/     ↵     MRHS Music Foundation   http://www.mrhsmusic.net/ Next Meeting: March 7 at 7PM in Student Services.    Music Foundation Scholarships Application Deadline is April 30 @ 2PM Application and details are located on the Scholarship web page.  Questions, contact mrhsmf@gmail.com   Mattress Sale Fundraiser – March 23 If you are considering the purchase of a new mattress, wait to make your purchase until March 23 and support the Music Foundation!  As in past years, the sale will include name brands at competitive prices.  Buying a mattress at another sale?  Mention Marriotts Ridge at another school’s sale and our Music Foundation will receive credit for the purchase.  Share the announcement from our Facebook page!  Thank you for your support!!          

BOOSTERS http://www.mrhs-boosters.com/

Next Meeting:   March 13 at 7p.m. in Student Services. JOIN US!!

 

Mustang Madness Auction was Big Success!!  Thank You to All Who Participated – A great time was had by all!
  • The Mustang Madness Silent Auction is Boosters biggest event of the year – raising important funds for our student’s teams, clubs, and extracurricular activities.
  • Thank You to our fabulous Committee Chair – Michele Weller and her team: Tammy Hermstein, Wendy Reeling,Stacy Seitchik, Jen LeBrun, Cindy Heverling and Lisa Grisham.  Special thanks to Brian Kahat and Bad Moon, the band who had us dancing through the night. 
  • Thank You to all our wonderful Donors and Participants who came to the event.  A list of our Donors and Sponsors can be found on the Boosters website: mrhs-boosters.com – please be sure to visit them!
  Boosters Club Needs You Next School Year!
  • Get involved with your child’s life by joining a Boosters committee.
  • We have positions large and small that can be done on your schedule.
  • Looking for help on committees including: PR/Media, Concessions, Scholarship, Auction, Sponsors.
  • Contact Lorraine Miano-Fike at: mianofike@gmail.com with any questions.
  Spring Sports are Coming!
  • Volunteer for a shift at Concessions booth and have fun with other parents!
  • Go to the Boosters website: mrhs-boosters.com and click on Concessions
  Summer Camp Registration is Open!
  • There is a camp for everyone . . . sports & music . . . grades 1st-12th!
  • $150 Early Bird registration through 5/18/19.
  • Complete schedule and camp information is available on the Boosters website.
  Boosters Trivia Fun! Q: Is it true that Boosters is the prime fundraising organization for the school? A: Yes! Boosters funds ALL extracurricular activities not only Athletics but Clubs, Music & Drama and much more.  We are the organization that pays for Tournament Fees, Uniforms, Equipment, Sound Systems, Signage, Banners, Cameras, Informational Speakers, etc.   Q: Does my student benefit from Boosters if they don’t play a sport? A: Yes! If your student has ever sat on a bench, filled their water bottle up at a drinking fountain, looked at the electric sign in front of school, listened to the band or assembly speakers, played ping pong in the commons or participated in any clubs or teams, then they have enjoyed things that Boosters funds to make MRHS so extraordinary.   Q: Does Boosters Club and PTSA do the same thing? A: No - They are different organizations with different missions.  Boosters Club focuses on financially supporting all extra activities that enrich the MRHS experience for our students. We encourage you to join both.   Q: If I join the Boosters do I have to come to meetings or volunteer my time? A: No – Your membership fee of $25 or more comes with no strings attached.  We appreciate your financial support which in turn helps our students.  Of course, all are welcome at our monthly meetings and to get involved in other ways.         MRHS PTSA https://www.marriottsridgeptsa.org/ The next PTSA meeting is Monday, March 11th, 7pm, Student Services office. Come find out what’s happening at The Ridge!   SENIOR BANNERS ON SALE NOW! It's time to order a Senior Banner for your graduating MRHS student!  The banners will be hung at the school starting early May. The white vinyl banners are approximately 36" in length by 24" in height and contain navy and grey lettering. The cost is $35 per banner.  Order form and payment are due by April 5.    Banner pick up will be after the Farewell Assembly.  Any banners not picked up at that time, will be included with the student's senior packet.  All profits will be donated to the PTSA.  Questions regarding the banners can be directed to Leigh McIntyre at leighmcintyre@verizon.net     Scholarships – SENIORS DON’T WAIT!     ************ AFTER PROM is still on the lookout for gift cards to be used for student prizes!  Please consider donating any unwanted or unused Gift Cards to the MRHS AfterProm! We will gladly accept gift cards in any denomination for use at our AfterProm party! Please send to school - ATTN: Karen Chase/AfterProm. THANK YOU!   ************ Great Opportunity for Current Sophomores! Leadership U Class of 2019 Leadership U is recruiting current sophomores for the Leadership U Class of 2019.  Leadership U is an experiential leadership development, and community service opportunity.  Current 9th and 10th grade students and their parents are invited to attend an information session to learn more about Leadership U and hear from recent graduates and their parents.
  • Thursday, March 7 at the Miller Library from 7-8 p.m.
Please visit the website at http://www.leadershiphc.org/leadership-u-2/ for additional information and to apply.   ************ HCDrugFree   Great way for students to earn NHS service hours…
Teen Advisory Council Meeting - March 11th, 5:30-7pm The Barn (Oakland Mills Village Center) - Pizza Provided!   The HC Drug Free T.A.C. is composed of Howard County high school students (public, private and home school) who meet monthly during the school year to discuss teen use of alcohol and other drugs, and to develop educational messages that promote HC DrugFree's vision of a County where teens are drug-free by choice. To find out more information about becoming involved with the Teen Advisory Council, contact Joan atinfo@hcdrugfree.org.      Senior Week Safety Night Seniors & Parents: Mark your calendars for April 1 when MRHS will be hosting a Senior Week Safety night – 7pm in MRHS Auditorium. Come hear from Ocean City police department and find out ways to keep your child safe!