Greetings TVMS families

As we eagerly anticipate the end of the year, we are excited to share some noteworthy news from our school community. This week, we had the pleasure of selecting Daniel E., an outstanding 8th grader as our school’s nominee for the 2024 Carson Scholarship. We couldn’t be prouder of Daniel’s dedication to academics and community service. If chosen as a Carson Scholar, Daniel will be awarded a $1,000 college scholarship– an incredible opportunity that reflects his hard work and commitment to excellence. We also want to acknowledge the exceptional efforts of all 15 students who applied for the nomination. The essays and community service contributions were truly impressive, making the decision a challenging one. A special congratulations to our runner-up, Sravya A. and second runner-up, Kyle L., for their outstanding accomplishments. Your commitment to excellence does not go unnoticed, and we encourage you to continue your remarkable efforts.

As we approach the final week of school in 2023, it is crucial to remind our students to stay focused on their studies and maintain our behavior expectations. The last week is an important time to wrap up the year on a positive note. Let’s encourage our students to be attentive, participate actively, and demonstrate the TVMS PRIDE behavior expectations we expect from them. As we look forward to our final winter music concert this week and other celebrations, we also want to wish all TVMS families a joyful and restful holiday season.

Thank you for your continued support.

Mrs. Denise Young, Principal

DECEMBER

Tuesday, December 19- Winter Music Concert II, 7th and 8th grade (at GPHS)

Thursday, December 21- TVMS Caroling, 6:30 PM

Monday, December 25- Monday, January 1- Winter Break, Schools Closed

JANUARY

Monday, January 8- MOD Pizza Fundraiser

Wednesday, January 10- TVMS Spelling Bee

Wednesday, January 17- Half Day for Students, Professional Work/ Wellness day

Thursday, January 18- Incoming 6th Grade/ New Student Orientation, 6PM

Friday, January 19- End of Quarter 2

Tuesday, January 23- PTSA Meeting (Virtual only)

Monday, 12/18 Pajama Day

Tuesday, 12/19 Twin Day

Wednesday, 12/20 Celebrity/ Meme Day

Thursday, 12/21 Snow Gear Day

Friday, 12/22 Festive Holiday Clothing/ Headwear Day

High school course selection for the 2024-2025 academic year will open Monday, Dec. 18, 2023 at 8:00 AM, and run through Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024 at 4:00 PM, for current 8-11 grade students.

Beginning Dec. 18, students may view teachers’ course recommendations, and submit course requests and alternate requests by logging into Synergy, selecting Course Request from the left panel, and following the directions online. Parents/guardians may view course recommendations by logging into HCPSS Connect Synergy but cannot add course requests; this must be completed through the student’s account. General course registration information is available online.

Students or parents/guardians with any questions should contact their school counselor, Mrs. Follmer, Allison_Follmer@hcpss.org

Career Readiness Corner

Each month we will be spotlighting a different career cluster. This month's career cluster is Health & Biosciences. See the flier linked in English and Spanish for information on this career cluster and upcoming events for our middle school students and families.

The HCPSS Black Student Achievement Program Saturday Math Academy Spring Session is approaching!

This year, the BSAP Saturday Math Academy will offer an in-person enrichment program for Howard County Public School System students in all levels of math for grades 3-12 based on course availability. Registration will take place online Saturday, January 6, 2024 from 9:00 a.m.- until capacity is reached. Class space is limited. Families can register by accessing the HCPSS Connect WebsiteLinks to an external site.. For more information, please visit: https://news.hcpss.org/news-posts/2023/12/black-student-achievement-program-bsap-saturday-math-academy-spring-2024-program/Links to an external site..

We are looking for volunteers to help us make the rest of the school year great! Please consider volunteering for any of our upcoming events!

https://forms.gle/Nh8WcDqRohky2EvYA

Someone from the PTSA will reach out to you after you fill out the form.

Save the Date: MOD Pizza Fundraiser, Columbia Mall- January 8, 2024

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

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