THE COUGAR CONNECTION
The Catoctin High School Newsletter • February 28, 2022
Catoctin Students Participate in Youth Arts Month
March is Youth Arts Month! Catoctin High School students will have several pieces of art on display and in county competitions starting in March. See the details below to support the art students at Catoctin High School.
FCPS Youth Arts Month (YAM) Show
Opening Reception: Saturday, March 5, 2022, 3:00 - 5:00 pm with artwork on display through March 27. The Delaplaine Arts Center, Frederick.
CHS student work on display for the YAM Show :
Kailee Akee, grade 11, Digital Photography, Blue Spires
Ashlyn Aubol, grade 12, Digital Art, Deep Roots
Paige Baker, grade 12, Stoneware Clay & Glaze, Nature’s Melody
Luke Buchheister, grade 10, Stoneware Clay & Glaze, Firelit Foxes
Calliope Hench, grade 10, Stoneware Clay & Glaze, Ocean Teapot
Lillian Holden, grade 9, Tempera Paint, Lucky Ends
Andrea Lopez, grade 12, Oil Pastel. Toby
Caleigh Sare, grade 12, Computer Graphics, Prickly
Rachael Townsend, grade 10, Mixed Media, Lounging Penguin
Ashlyn Aubol Wins "Bettie Award"
Catoctin student Ashlyn Aubol is one of 14 Frederick County students chosen to receive the 2022 Elizabeth Barker Delaplaine Award for Young Artists. She and the other winners will receive a $100 award. One grand prize winner will be announced on March 5, 2022 at 2:00 pm and will receive a $1,000 award. Visitors can cast their vote for the fan favorite and help a young student win an additional $250! Visit The Delaplaine Center between March 5th and April 30th to view the artwork of all Bettie Award winners and cast your vote for the People’s Choice Winner.
Bettie Delaplaine was a lifelong supporter of the arts in Frederick County, Maryland. Her strong belief in the importance of the arts in our community, and the importance of supporting young emerging artists, inspired The Delaplaine Arts Center to create the Elizabeth Barker Delaplaine Award for Young Artists–affectionately known as the Bettie Awards–in her honor. The award program is an annual event run in March, nationally recognized as Youth Art Month.
Nominations open for Lions Teacher of the Year Award
You are invited to nominate a Pre-K through Grade 12 full-time teacher for the Thurmont Lions Club 2022 Teacher of the Year. Teachers at all schools in the Catoctin feeder school system are open for nomination: Catoctin High School, Thurmont Primary School, Thurmont Elementary School, Thurmont Middle School, Lewistown Elementary School, Emmitsburg Elementary School, Sabillasville Elementary School and Mother Seton School. Anyone can nominate a teacher – parents, students, fellow teachers and administrators.
All nomination forms are due to Lion club member Stephanie Steinly no later than Friday, April 8, 2022. They can be emailed to Stephanie.steinly@gmail.com or USPS mailed to Stephanie Steinly at 24 Lombard Street, Thurmont, MD 21788. Please include “2022 Teacher of the Year” on the subject line if emailing.
The final “2022 Teacher of the Year” will be selected from the eight finalists by a committee of community leaders and will be announced at the Thurmont Lions Club’s Education Night meeting on May 11, 2022.
Click here for a nomination form: Lions Club Teacher of the Year. For more information, contact Stephanie Steinly at Stephanie.steinly@gmail.com or 301-271-3268.
FCPS Seeks Tressler Award Nominations
Frederick County Public Schools is accepting nominations for the 2022 Charles E. Tressler Distinguished Teacher Award. Named for a former Hood College faculty member who encouraged students to enter the teaching profession, this award recognizes an FCPS teacher who has had a significant positive impact on young people.
Hood College presents the Tressler award annually to honor distinguished teaching in the Frederick County public schools’ system. A gift from the late Samuel Eig of Gaithersburg, MD, established the award. Hood College will recognize the winner during its master’s degree reception, tentatively scheduled for May 18.
FCPS has posted eligibility and nomination criteria, nomination process and selection guidelines at www.fcps.org/awards. The school system welcomes nominations from current or former students, teachers and support staff, parents, community members, administrators and supervisors. Nomination packets are due to the FCPS Public Affairs Department, 191 S. East Street, Frederick, MD 21701, Friday, March 18, 2022.
Chs Students Head to state skillsusa competition
Congratulations to Catoctin CTC students Jeremiah Manahan and Morgan Baker who each won first place in the western Regional SkillsUSA contests held recently. Jeremiah Manahan came in 1st Place for Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair and Morgan Baker came in 1st Place for Sheet Metal. Both students have earned the right to compete in the SkillsUSA MD State Competition in April.
Mark Your calendar!
Prom 2022 - Coming Soon!
Mark your calendars for the Junior/Senior Prom on Friday, April 29th. Details coming soon!
Join Polar Plunge Team
Students are invited to join the CHS Polar Plunge for Maryland Special Olympics team. Join the Cool School Catoctin Cougars by visiting https://www.somd.org/ Students must raise $50.00 to attend the event. Contact Mr. Will Warram with questions.
Student Fundraisers
Snack Sticks - $1 each. Catoctin FFA members are selling meat sticks in a variety of flavors to benefit the Catoctin FFA.
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts - The Sophomore Class of 2024 is "Raising Some Dough" for Prom 2023 by selling Digital Dozen Coupons for a Dozen Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. Each $12 coupon is for one dozen doughnuts. Coupons will be sent to e-mails of customers to be redeemed at any time. See a Sophomore Club member or Mrs. Pickett to purchase your dozen doughnuts!
CHS CALENDAR
MARCH 2022
1 Spring Sports Begin
18 2-Hour Early Dismissal for Students
28 Schools Closed - President's Day
APRIL 2022
15-22 Schools Closed - Spring Break
29 CHS Prom, 7-10 pm
MESSAGE FROM OUR PRINCIPAL
Dear Cougar Community,
The weather would indicate that we are oscillating between two seasons; the athletic calendar gives the same message. We are have enjoyed cheering on our Winter Sports teams, some of whom are still in competition. It was especially exciting to cheer on our Boys’ Indoor Track Team who brought home a state championship – Go Cougars! March 1 marks the beginning of Spring sports and we are looking forward to supporting all of those student-athletes as they represent Catoctin High School on the field/track. Part of what makes me most proud of our athletics program is the teamwork and school pride that is demonstrated by our teams every day – even in the sports that include individual events, the successful teams win championships (or achieve other measures of success) through strong teamwork. That is also what makes our greater school successful – teamwork that includes support and respect for every student and a collective effort to help every student succeed and feel welcome. As we have recently transitioned to some new practices (namely the opportunity for every student/family to make their own choice regarding face coverings), it is as important as ever that we remain committed to respect for every student. I am confident that our entire community (staff, parents, students, community members) will respect the choice that each other makes in regards to face coverings and that we will continue to foster an environment that supports the learning and well-being of every student.
This time of year also marks the mid-point of Term 3. As I have said in previous messages, it is a great time for parents/guardians to ask your student to reflect on their successes and their areas for improvement thus far this term. If your child is struggling in any class, please reach out to his/her teacher for insights about ways to improve and to support his/her success. Please also feel free to reach out to your student’s counselor or administrator if there are any concerns with which they can help. As with athletics, teamwork is the key to success in the classroom; students, parents/guardians, and school staff should collaborate and communicate to support student success and well-being. Please reach out if there are opportunities for us to foster greater teamwork.
Go Cougars!
Jen Clements
Principal
counseling department
Community Foundation Scholarship Opens March 1
The Community Foundation of Frederick County Scholarship application is open March 1 through March 31st. This ONE application allows seniors to apply for over 250 local scholarships. For more details, click here to view a presentation that was shared with CHS seniors last week during STEP.
CHS students may request transcript requests by sending a Schoology message to their school counselor.
**Please note the FAFSA must be completed by March 1st to have access to this opportunity.
Tutoring opportunties available for students
We want to help you succeed! If you need help with your classes, there are multiple resources available to you!
CHS After-School Tutoring: In-Person and Virtual Sessions Offered
Catoctin High School offers an after school tutoring program with teachers and staff from our school. Choose to drop in for face-to-face sessions after school in the Media Center or drop in to virtual Google Meet sessions in the evenings.
The after school face-to-face sessions will take place from 2:30 to 3:30 pm every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons, whenever school is in session. At this time, transportation for after school tutoring will not be available.
Evening virtual sessions will be held on Google Meet. A virtual tutoring schedule with tutors, days, times, and Google meet codes may be found by clicking here: Evening Virtual Tutoring
Online Instant Help Tutoring Program: TutorMe
All Frederick County Public Schools middle and high school students now have 24/7 access to virtual tutoring services for help on any subject.
What is TutorMe? TutorMe provides virtual tutoring opportunities for middle and high school students on virtually any topic. Tutors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for assistance.
How do students log in? Students can log in from the Chrome web browser by using Clever.
How do students get tutoring assistance? Students access TutorMe using the Clever portal and then select a subject for help. Watch this video for details on how to connect with a tutor.
What can students request assistance for? So much! Need help with a math question? Tutors can support. Need essay feedback? Tutors can support. Preparing for an exam? Tutors can support.
How do students get assistance with writing reports and essays? The TutorMe Writing Lab is accessible to students 24/7. More details about how to upload documents to the lab are available online. Spanish directions are available here.
Does TutorMe help with Advanced Placement and/or Dual Enrollment courses at the high school level? Yes! TutorMe began as a tutoring service for college students. Tutors are available to support students in most subjects and at any level.
For detailed information and links visit: TutorMe Q&A
Explore Engineering Innovation (EEI) summer program
It's time for FCPS high school juniors and seniors to apply for the Johns Hopkins University (JHU) Explore Engineering Innovation (EEI) summer program, offered at Hood College. For more information about the program, including the online Explore Engineering Innovation and the Biomedical Engineering Innovation course (BMEI), visit https://ei.jhu.edu/
The Engineering Innovation summer program will enable students to participate in a renowned college-level program that offers the potential to earn three college credits while exploring cutting-edge educational and career options. Students will also earn one FCPS elective credit.
The course will be offered from July 5 - July 29, Monday--Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Prerequisites are Algebra II, some trigonometry, a science lab (chemistry, and/or physics) and experience with a spreadsheet application.
Application Fee: $85, Tuition: $3,200. Financial assistance/scholarships are available! Apply early for Financial Aid. See the Ei website for more information. Frederick County Public Schools will cover the $230 lunch fee for Frederick County Public School students who attend!
Applications are currently open and considered on a rolling basis. Apply online at: https://ei.jhu.edu/apply
For more information contact Johns Hopkins University at ei@jhu.edu or 443-927-1986. You can also contact Kim Day, FCPS Curriculum Specialist Elementary Social Studies & STEM at kim.day@fcps.org or 301-644-5126.
NEED HELP?
Child Protective Services (CPS): 301-600-2464
To get help for physical, sexual, emotional abuse or neglect.
Crisis Services: Dial 211
To get help when you feel really anxious or really depressed and need someone to talk with so that you can stay safe.
Maryland anonymous Tip Line: 1-833-632-7233
To report threats or situations that put your safety or others’ safety at risk.
Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
To get help if you are thinking about suicide.
cougar athletics
Spring Sports Begin March 1
Tryouts for the spring sports season at Catoctin High School will begin on Tuesday, March 1, 2022. Student-athletes must register online and have a physical dated after April 1, 2021 and must be completed prior to March 1, 2022 before tryouts. Detailed information regarding try-out schedules will be sent via Find Out First soon.
All sport physicals must be dated April 1, 2021 or after and must be completed prior to Tuesday, March 1: Physical Form
Online registration must be completed prior to Tuesday, March 1: FCPS Online Athletic Registration
Digital Season Passes and Tickets for CHS Sporting Events
The Catoctin High School Athletic Department is proud to be partnering with Ticket Spicket to offer students, individuals, and families the opportunity to purchase digital single event tickets, Annual All-Sports Season Passes, and Seasonal All-Sports Passes.
The season pass options include the Annual All-Sports Pass which provides to access any non-playoff, non-tournament, regular season home game for any sport throughout the entire 2021-2022 school year and the Seasonal All-Sports Pass for access to any non-playoff, non-tournament, regular season home game for any sport that is played during the season for which the pass was purchased (Fall, Winter, or Spring) during the 2021-2022 season. Individual game tickets are also available. Visit this link for complete details and pricing: Tickets
Fan Guidelines 2021-22
The Catoctin High School winter athletic season has begun with boys and girls basketball scrimmages next week. Please help us maintain a safe environment by adhering to the policies found in here: Fan Guidelines.
Athletic Game Schedules
The most up-to-date athletic game schedule is available online at: CHS Athletic Game Schedules. Live streaming of athletic events is now available! View details here: https://www.fcps.org/athletics
Cougar Sideline Store
The Cougar Sideline Store at BSN Sports has a variety of Catoctin High School spirit wear options. Use code FEB22 to save 20% off orders of $80 or more now through February 28, 2022.
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Catoctin Sports Boosters
Catoctin High School Sports Boosters is a parent-based organization which provides support for all CHS athletes, sports teams and coaches.
The Sports Boosters program raises money through fundraisers, concession sales, sponsorship and membership to cover the additional expenses not covered by the Athletic Department budget. All of the money raised goes to support the athletic programs at CHS.
In addition the Sports Boosters honor school athletes, award scholarships to a Senior male and female athlete, promote school spirit and much more. The booster club is open to anyone who wants to support our athletes and athletic program. Only members, who have a senior varsity athlete, will be eligible to apply for the Boosters’ scholarship.
Sports Boosters meetings are held the third Wednesday of each month in the Catoctin High School Main Conference room.
For more information on the Catoctin Sports Boosters, visit: https://catoctinboosters.wixsite.com/my-site
class of 2022 Safe & Sane Graduation
St. Patty's Day Bash - March 12th at the Thurmont American Legion from 6:30-11:00 pm. $15/ticket in advance & $20/ticket at the door. For more information: https://fb.me/e/2xbMakhH1.
Weber Grill & Yeti Raffle beginning in February through April 12th. $10/ticket.
Upcoming Safe & Sane Meetings: Wednesday, March 9th location TBD, Tuesday, April 12th location TBD
Upcoming Roy Rogers Nights: Thursday, March 17th 5:00-8:00 pm, Thursday, April 21st 5:00-8:00 pm
Baccalaureate for Class of 2022: Sunday, May 22nd, 4:00 pm at St. Anthony's Shrine
Safe and Sane Event - Graduation Night: May 25th at the Mount Saint Mary's Knott Arena from 10:00 pm-4:30 am - more details to come.
If you would like to find out more about the Class of 2022 Safe and Sane please email us at catoctinsafeandsane2022@gmail.com or follow us on Social Media:
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