Greetings TVMS families,

Last Friday our students had an amazing time at our Sneaker Ball dance! Thank you to all the staff and parents who volunteered as chaperones or contributed to our Den Dollar raffle drawings. Your support truly made the event memorable for our students.

On Thursday, we held Town Hall meetings with our students. These grade level meetings were dedicated to reinforcing behavior and academic expectations. Specifically, we discussed the following key areas:

• Respecting each other's space
• Monitoring technology usage
• Using appropriate language
• Being present and engaged in classes
• Respecting our school and its property

For the remainder of the year, we are placing an emphasis on punctuality and minimizing breaks during class periods to increase focus and maximize instruction time. Please take a moment to review these expectations with your child.

Thank you for your ongoing support. Have a wonderful weekend.

Mrs. Denise Young, Principal

MARCH

Wednesday, March 13- Schools Close 3 hours early, Professional Work and Wellness Day

Tuesday, March 19- PTSA meeting 6:30 PM, (Parent Social Media Support Night)

Monday, March 25 through Monday, April 1- Schools and Offices closed, Spring Break

APRIL

Tuesday, April 9- End of Quarter 3; TVMS and HHES Health and Wellness Fair 5:00 PM

Wednesday, April 10- Professional Work Day, Schools Closed for Students

The Maryland Integrated Science Assessment (MISA) is a science assessment for ​8th grade students. This assessment provides educators, parents, and the public with information on student progress towards science literacy.

At ​TVMS, MISA has been scheduled for March 4th, 5th, 7th, and 8th during your student's Science class.

It is essential all students come to school on time on testing days and we ask that you not schedule appointments or early dismissals on testing days. Additionally, students should bring their charged Chromebook and charger to use during testing. Students should continue to bring all classroom materials.

Personal electronic devices (cell phones, ipads, smart watches, etc.) are not permitted in the testing areas.

Please contact ​Kristy Ritchie, Assistant Principal at 410-313-8711 with any questions.

As always, thank you for your support and flexibility!

The P.L.E.D.G.E. Leadership Camp is a week-long experience that teaches leadership, communication, teamwork, and decision-making abilities. The program is specifically designed to assist rising 9th graders to adjust to high school. Through a series of discussions and practical activities, participants learn the value of teamwork and develop leadership skills. Lessons and activities challenge their ability to make critical decisions, focus on core beliefs and values, recognize diversity and accept these differences as they work together towards a common goal. The P.L.E.D.G.E. mission continues into high school, as the 9th grade students and their School Resource Officer (SRO) strengthen their relationship. The SRO mentors the incoming freshman with P.L.E.D.G.E. student meetings to discuss high school social issues effecting their transition progress. P.L.E.D.G.E. students are invited to attend monthly day trips around the region with the SROs.

Do you want to learn how to play Squash, the Fastest growing sport in the US! A Sport that can help you get into IV LEAGUES!

We are offering 30 min COMPLIMENTARY LESSON for juniors who have never played it before! REGISTER HERE

We offer Junior Clinics on weekdays and weekends. Class sizes are limited and fill up fast so be sure to register early and reserve your spot today.

https://community-programs.hcpss.org/2022-10/squash-learn-play-squash-we-offer-pvt-lessons-junior-clinics-match-plays-much-more

Synergy online enrollment requests for currently enrolled HCPSS students is now open for the Innovative Pathways High School (math and Science courses only), STARTALK Chinese Language Summer Camp, and Summer Math Scholars programs.

Families can find up-to-date course information and enrollment directions on the Summer Programs web page (https://www.hcpss.org/summer-programs/.)

The virtual session will be held from 9-10:30 a.m. The session will explore the dynamics of healthy vs. unhealthy relationships and how to start conversations with children. In this interactive session, participants will:

• Learn how to help their child manage peer conflict.
• Learn how to identify abuse in teen relationships.
• Gain skills and strategies to intervene, if needed.

Please register for this virtual session here. Additional information can be found here.

Exciting Opportunity for Young Learners! Join the 2024 STARTALK Chinese Language Spring Program. HCPSS will be offering a free, 8-Saturday, in-person STARTALK Chinese Language Spring Program hosted at Centennial High School. This unique opportunity is open to students currently in grades 4-7, aiming to immerse them in the rich and vibrant Chinese language and culture. Only 60 spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Enrollment requests will be accepted via https://forms.gle/ijCzZL5A92gpNDjd7 until February 26, at 8 a.m. Acceptance or waitlist status will be communicated by February 28. Please refer to this flyer for detailed program information, including specific dates and times. Any questions can be directed to startalk@hcpss.org

Our large white collection bin is at the edge of the school parking lot nearest Hanover Hills Elementary School. Please help us fill our bin with as many plastic bags of new or gently used clothing, shoes and other textiles. Our school will continue to earn money for every pound we collect.

Please consider joining the TVMS PTSA. Your membership does not commit you to any work- your membership helps support our activities!

To become a supporting member, please sign up here.

Support our Den Dollar Store! Students earn Den Dollars for following TVMS PRIDE expectations and can turn them in for prizes. Our Den Dollar store is open each week on Wednesday mornings. Please check out our registry on Amazon and considering making a donation to our store!

https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/2JPB106SDT0JU

For questions about the PTSA email TVMSPTSA@gmail.com

https://facebook.com/groups/616511753256107

Effective the first day of school for the 2024-2025 school year, 1 dose of Tdap vaccine and 1 dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) are required by the state of Maryland for all students entering grade 7. Many students may have already received these immunizations, but the Health Room may not have the updated immunization record. Please contact your student’s doctor and send or fax an updated copy of your student’s immunizations to the Health Room or schedule an appointment to have your student receive these immunizations. Our fax number is 443-973-5510. The Health Department provides immunization opportunities for kids who are not up-to-date on school-required vaccinations. Call the Health Department at 410-313-7500 for more information and to schedule a vaccination appointment for your child.

If you have further questions, please email Cheryl Harris, TVMS School Nurse, at cheryl_harris@hcpss.org.

Students are not permitted to use their personal technology devices (phones) during school time, including lunch, recess and hallway transitions. This is in accordance with the Board of Education Policy 8080. If a student is seen with their device they will be expected to put it away immediately. If chronic issues persist, disciplinary actions may be implemented in alignment with the HCPSS Code of Conduct.

To support this, please refrain from calling or texting your child during school hours. If you need to get a message to them or contact them, please call the Front Office at 410-313-8711

Food delivery services (i.e. Door Dash, Uber Eats, etc.) are not allowed. Delivery will be refused as we do not have the capability to process this during the school day. If a parent would like to bring their child's lunch to the school, we ask that you do so prior to the start of your child's lunch shift. Parents will need to leave the lunch with our Front Office staff.

Website: http://www.tvms.hcpss.org
Location: 7000 Banbury Drive, Hanover, MD, USA
Phone: 410-313-8711