

Ranger Nation Network Newsletter

12th Edition: November 13 - November 19
Senior's Last Ride this Friday
Parent Involvement Week
This week, Terry will be hosting events to celebrate Lamar CISD's Parent Involvement Week. We hope you can come join us and experience the day to day tasks our scholars and staff venture through! Reserve your spot today!
Ranger Pride Never Dies
Average Daily Attendance
Parents, guardians, and scholars!
Thank you for your responsiveness to our attendance process. As a result, we have experienced an increase in our daily average for this week! Great job.
When you are tardy to school: Student's must report to the office for an admittance slip before going to class, preferably with a signed note giving reason for tardiness. Accumulated time of tardies is calculated by minutes in lost instructional time. Please note that students who arrive 15 minutes late or more to first period will be considered absent for first period.
When a student must be picked up before dismissal time: Go to the office to sign the student out and wait there for the student. Please be prepared to show photo identification. If it is necessary for someone other than the parent/guardian to pick up your child, that person must be named as an emergency contact. Accumulated time of early pick-ups is calculated by minutes in lost instructional time. Parents cannot call and have a student walk out of school without following the proper protocols. Students are not permitted to leave campus without signing out in the front office. Students may face disciplinary action for failing to follow campus procedures. *Students will not be released from the class until the parent/guardian is present and has shown verification.
While we are experiencing improvement, we still have much work to-do and here’s how you can help.
- Take advantage of our doors opening at 7:40am to receive scholars. The tardy bell to first period rings at 8:15am. Please ensure to have your scholar to school in plenty of time to arrive on-time.
- If you are receiving a call regarding attendance, your scholar has been marked absent for that period. Please continue to inquire! Errors can be fixed and we want them fixed, but we need your help.
- Remember – excused and unexcused absences impact the 90% rule. Your scholar cannot miss more than 9 school days in any class or they risk not earning credit for the class. Please, come to school daily. This is directly tied to student achievement!
When a student is absent from school due to personal illness, the student upon return, or within 5 days of returning to school, must submit a note signed by a parent giving the date(s) and describing the reason for the absence. Parent notes may be sent by email but must come from a parent’s verified email account. The note or email must be sent to the campus attendance clerk. Up to 5 personal illness notes per school year will be accepted for an excused absence. If this number is exceeded, then all additional absences will be referred to the Campus Attendance Review Committee.
Email Parent/Doctor's notes to TerryAttendanceOffice@lcisd.org.
If a student is absent 5 consecutive school days or more, a doctor’s note is required within 5 days of the student’s return to school for the absence to be excused.
Let’s continue to improve by working together as a school community.
Early Student Signout Restrictions
Students without an acceptable note will not have absences excused and may lose credit for their courses in which they fail to be present 90% of the time.
Ranger Top Riders
Teaching & Learning at Terry
Congratulations Terry Graduates
THS Tutorial Schedule
QUICK REMINDERS
TERRY ANTI-VAPING CAMPAIGN
Choose Your Path Wisely
- Did you know that tobacco products including electronic cigarettes, vape pens; and any component, part, or accessory for an e- cigarette and vape device are prohibited for students to possess on campus?
- Did you know that if you are found in possession of these items, you will be suspended, and can receive an automatic placement to the Alternative Learning Center, and have felony charges filed with the District Attorney's Office?
- Last Question - Is it worth it?
Spot the Signs of Vaping in Kids
There are many potential signs that your child or student could be vaping. If you spot any of the following signs, look for vape supplies.
- Declining academic or athletic performance.
- Sweet, minty, or fruity smells without an obvious source like candles, lotion, food, or gum.
- Changes in behavior such as increased mood swings, irritability, anxiety, or impulsivity.
- Using new terminology or words that seem out of place such as “zero out”, “I lost my pen”, “Can I borrow your book” or referring to people whose names you have never heard before.
- Frequent headaches, nausea, or dizziness.
- Increased risky behavior.
- Discarded pods or disposable devices.
- Unfamiliar USB, pens, highlighters, small vials, eye dropper bottles, coils, or batteries.
- Restlessness/sleeplessness.
- Complains of being out of breath.
Where should you look for vape supplies?
- Coats, hoodies, and pants pockets.
- Backpacks & purses.
- Between the mattress and box spring of your child’s bed.
- Unfamiliar chargers plugged into the back of gaming consoles.
- Apple-style watch worn with the clock upside down or showing the wrong time of day.
- In your teen’s car console or the floor of the vehicle.
- Behind closed doors if you smell sweet, fruity, or minty scents.
Where do kids vape?
- Bedrooms and bathrooms.
- While driving.
- On the bus, in classrooms and school bathrooms
What should I do if I find vape supplies?
The Office of the U.S. Surgeon General and American Lung Association have devoted a lot of resources to developing recommendations for parents on how to talk to kids about the dangers of vaping. Click the links for detailed recommendations or review the highlights below.
- Educate yourself about vaping. Good news - you’re already taking the first step by visiting the Fargo Cass Public Health website!
- Recognize vaping is an issue that will likely need to be discussed many times, over many days, weeks, or months. Experts say quick, frequent conversations are better than one long talk.
- Identify a low-pressure time and place to bring up vaping. Consider mentioning it casually while you’re together in the car or while preparing dinner. Remember to remain calm. FightFlavoredEcigs.org is a great resource that has sample conversations and responses to help parents.
- Ask your child why they are vaping. Listen carefully to the response. Is it boredom, anxiety, etc.? Help them find the words to describe why they vape so you can help them find a healthier alternative.
- This list of questions can help determine if they’re already addicted to the nicotine in vapes.
- Discuss the danger of becoming addicted to nicotine. (Information below.)
- Discuss the options they have for quitting. (Information below.)
Why is nicotine dangerous?
Nicotine is an addictive stimulant that acts on the same reward pathways as heroin or cocaine. It primes a child’s brain for future addictions.
Brain Development
The human brain continues to develop until age 25. Nicotine exposure prior to age 25 can change how a young person’s brain is formed, including the ability to pay attention, learn, and make decisions. Nicotine can affect their mood and can permanently lower impulse control.
Withdrawal
Nicotine withdrawal symptoms include anxious feelings such as a racing heart, distracted thinking, and sweaty palms. These symptoms may temporarily go away when a person vapes, but the cravings always come back, along with the anxious feelings. This can become a vicious cycle for kids dealing with anxiety and nicotine withdrawal. They think the vape calms them, but nicotine is actually a stimulant that creates more anxious feelings.
Ranger Athletics
Athletic Events for the Week of November 14th – November 20th
Monday 14th
- Fall Letter Jacket Fitting during all lunches
Tuesday 15th
- Boys Basketball hosts Friendswood 4:30,6,7:30 (these will be in big gym)
- Girls Basketball hosts Angleton 4:30,5:45,7 (these will be in small gym)
Thursday 17th
- Boys Basketball - Varsity @ Texas Invitational - Pasadena
Friday 18th
- Girls Basketball hosts Cy-Park 4,5:30
- Boys Basketball - Varsity @ Texas Invitational - Pasadena
Saturday 19th
- Boys Basketball - Varsity @ Texas Invitational - Pasadena
- Wrestling @ Northside 8AM
Thanksgiving Week:
Monday 21st
- Boys Basketball hosts George Ranch 10,10,11:30,1
- Girls Basketball - Varsity @ C.E. King Tournament
Tuesday 22nd
- Girls Basketball - Varsity @ C.E. King Tournament
- Friday 25th
- Boys Basketball @ Dobie 10,11:30,1
Rangers Fall in Home Opener
The Rangers will be back in action this week. Check out the season's schedule below.
Official Boy's Basketball Schedule
Come out and support your 2022/23 Ranger Boy's Basketball Team this year! These boys have been working hard in the off-season and are ready to show what they've been up to!
THS Athletics Coach of the Month
Congratulations to Coach McClain for being our Ranger Coach of the month! Coach McClain leads our dynamic cheer team, and serves as an Administrative Intern on the campus leadership team!
Terry Baseball Educator of the Week (November 6th)
Each Week the Terry Baseball Program will showcase and spotlight a different educator that makes a positive impact on our program. The Educator of the Week is: Mr. Spiering
Terry Baseball Educator of the Week (November 13th)
Each Week the Terry Baseball Program will showcase and spotlight a different educator that makes a positive impact on our program. The Educator of the Week is: Dr. Morren
Terry Wrestler Ranked in Pre-Season Poll
We have 4 of our wrestlers preseason ranked top 20 in the state. Check it out Here.
Monday Meet Your Swimmer
Monday meet your swimmer: Riannah L. New to THS joining our team her senior year. Active on campus as a member of DECA, AP Ambassadors & Theater. She played water polo in Hawaii. Upon graduation, she plans to join the Coast Guard. Read more on FB https://m.facebook.com/SwimTerryHS/
Upcoming Events
Canning Hunger
Canning the Hunger
Throughout the Month of November Terry High School's Baseball and Softball teams will be collecting cans for our Strike Out Hunger Campaign. Please bring your cans to Room 406.
BFT heads to WCJC
Terry High School students enjoyed an informative field trip to WCJC on November 2, 2022.
And the Award Goes to...
A big BF Terry congratulations to senior Ms. Suzane Hazaimeh for being awarded The Young Women Energized Scholarship on behalf of Women’s Energy Network 2023! Suzane is the only student from Fort Bend County to be awarded the $10,000 scholarship!
Additional Information and Resources
Learn more about Career Technical Education (CTE)
Meet Mr. Ramon, Our very own Construction teacher here at Terry. He actually attended TSTC for construction and now teaches in our district. Don't miss what he has to say about these courses.
2022-23 Bell Schedule
School Starts at 8:15 am
Building Hours: 7:40 am - 4:15 pm
2022-23 Tardy Policy
Standard of Dress
Skyward: Family Access Center
We encourage parents to use Skyward Family Access to monitor student academic progress and attendance. This web-based program lets you view your student’s daily assignments, grades, and attendance. To receive automatic notifications of grades and daily attendance:
- Log into Skyward Family/Student Access
- Turn on notifications for assignments, attendance, and grades
No Outside Deliveries
Terry High School is a closed campus. Scholars must remain on campus from the start of school until the end of school. Scholars are not permitted to leave campus for lunch.
We will not permit scholars to receive outside lunch delivered from delivery services such as Uber Eats, Grub Hub, Door Dash, etc.
This is for the protection of all of our scholars. We cannot have fast food delivery drivers looking for scholar on campus. If food is delivered to campus, we will refuse to accept it.
We welcome you to come and eat lunch with your scholar. Please contact your scholar’s grade level administrator at least 24 hours in advance and ensure you are prepared with the proper identification to receive a visitor’s pass. You will need your ID or Driver’s License. Please only bring lunch for your scholar.
Only visitors who are listed on the students emergency contacts are able to drop off food items for students.
Lamar CISD Clear Bag Policy
As we gear up and prepare for this coming school year, don’t forget to add clear bags to your back-to-school shopping list if you intend on attending any event at Traylor Stadium or the Lamar CISD Natatorium.
About Us
Email: brian.roberson@lcisd.org
Website: https://www.lcisd.org/campuses/terryhs/home
Location: 5500 Avenue N, Rosenberg, TX, USA
Phone: 832-223-3400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TerryRangerPride/?ref=pages_you_manage
Twitter: @terry_rangers