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Good afternoon, Seneca Valley!!
I hope everyone had a good weekend and has gotten back in the swing of things. The month of May brings testing, from AP, IB, and state test. Please see below for further information regarding testing schedules and administrator contact information if you have any questions.
Seniors!!! The countdown has begun and you have 20 days left! All your work MUST be turned in by Friday May 23rd, seniors last day in order to be graded for your grades to be complete.
Prom is Friday May 9th, make sure you have made all necessary arrangements in order to have a safe and joyous evening.
It's come to our attention that many seniors are playing an app-based game called "senior assassin". While this is meant to be fun, it cannot be played on campus. This is a reminder that nothing that resembles a gun (which includes water guns) can be brought on campus (school building or property). You and your friends are at risk of expulsion and report to the police if anything that resembles a weapon is brought to school.
Please make sure you read updates from our PTSA, Boosters, and Athletics.
I wish you all a great evening.
Have a great Monday and week on purpose!
Ricardo Hernandez, Principal
IB Exams Start this Week
The IB Exam week kicks off this Tuesday, April 29th with Physics and SEHS and ends on Wednesday, April 21st.
Below you will find useful information for the IB exams. All exams will take place at SVHS - please note the meeting location on the IB calendar for each location, as it varies daily.
IB Exam Overview - reviews the exam types and other important exam information
IB Calendar - exam dates and locations
IB Exam Study Tips - general study tips
IB/AP Study Sessions - review sessions for IB/AP exams
Students have completed their IAs (Internal Assessments), so the last step is their IB exams that run over two days. Please note, students must take all exams for their course(s) or they will be obligated an exam fee of $125.
I look forward to seeing our students show all they have learned in their IB courses over the next several weeks. A special thank you to all our IB teachers that have given endless hours to help prepare our students. If you have any questions, please reach out to me at Natasha_L_Ezerski@mcpsmd.org.
Natasha Ezerski
Seneca Valley High School
IB Coordinator
MCAP Testing 5/5/25 - 5/9/25
We will be conducting MCAP testing May 5 - May 9 and will operate on an adjusted bell schedule. Students should check their MCPS email for their testing information the week of April 28 - May 2. Students who are testing will report directly to their testing locations. Students who are not testing will report to the cafeteria until lunch at 11:00.
Contact your student’s counselor if you have questions about their testing requirements.
MAP-M/R Testing 5/12/25 - 5/15/25
We will conduct MAP-M/R testing through mathematics and English classes during students’ assigned class periods on Monday, May 12, 2025 through Thursday, May 15, 2025. We will operate on a block schedule with elongated periods (1 hr 25min) to accommodate longer testing sessions on those dates.
MAP-R testing will occur on 5/12 in Periods 1, 3, 6, and 7 and on 5/13 in Periods 2, 4, and 8
MAP-M testing will occur on 5/14 in Periods 1, 3, 6, and 7 and on 5/15 in Periods 2, 4, and 8.
Students who need additional time to complete MAP testing sessions will complete them in classes. Make-ups for students who are absent for MAP testing will be administered separately.
Students must bring their charged Chromebook for each day of testing.
Contact Ericka_W_Singleton@mcpsmd.org with questions.
April is Autism Awareness Month
All next week the Psychology Honor Society will be participating in a spirit week in support of the APA initiatives to bring awareness of the far-reaching nature of psychology and increase the knowledge of psychology in High schools across the country. On Monday, 4/28, we will be celebrating neurodiversity and Autism Awareness. We would like you to join us in showing support for our diverse student population and show caring and compassion to a group that may feel especially victimized at times. Please join us in wearing blue and/or neurodiversity and/or autism awareness/acceptance shirts on Monday 4/28.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fOsxnLLWk8svXQuGXBHmcZQQN1e-e32N/view?usp=sharing
From the Counseling department:
Summer School Registration Opened April 3
Summer school registration opens on Thursday, April 3. This year, instead of online registration, school counselors will register students who request to participate in summer school.
Summer School Session Dates:
Session 1: June 30 – July 18
Session 2: July 22 – August 8
Location: Gaithersburg High School
Virtual options are available.
Summer school offers students the opportunity to stay on track academically or get ahead in their studies. For details about fees, other summer programs and credit recovery options, visit the MCPS Summer School website.
For initial registration, students must complete the MCPS 2025 Summer School Interest Form
For questions about summer school, please contact your student's School Counselor.
2025-26 Course Requests Review
It is hard to believe that this school year is almost over, and the SV School Counselors have already been hard at work to prepare for a fantastic year at SV next year! In preparation for the 2025-26 school year, students and families are encouraged to review their student course requests by visiting the “Course Request” tab on StudentVUE or ParentVUE. A reminder that at this point, these are course requests, and not actual schedules. If you have any questions about your course requests, please reach out to your student’s Counselor and they will be happy to assist.
Senior Graduation Status
Attention seniors and families of seniors; Graduation Day is coming soon! The start of Marking Period 4 means that there are 33 days of school left for seniors before your last day on May 23rd. It's amazing how time flies!
Seniors and families of seniors, if you are at all unsure about your current graduation status, or have questions about any remaining graduation requirements, please touch base with your School Counselor.
Seniors, we are looking forward to seeing you walk across the stage at UMBC...but you must make sure to do the work to get there!
Contact your Counselor with any questions or concerns.
Student Service Learning Reminder
All MCPS students must earn 75 SSL hours to graduate from high school, and spring break is a wonderful time for students to earn hours! Middle school and high school students can find virtual/remote and/or in-person SSL opportunities on the Montgomery County Volunteer Center website. Students can also find SSL forms, guidelines, resources and more at the SSL Hub for Students/Families. For the High School Certificate of Meritorious Service (seniors who have 240 or more SSL hours) or the Middle School Superintendent’s SSL Award (middle schoolers who have completed the 75-hour SSL graduation requirement), students must submit MCPS Form 560-51 to their school’s SSL coordinator by Friday, April 4. All other SSL forms should be submitted on a rolling basis, but no later than the required deadline of Friday, May 30.
50th Anniversary Yearbook Edition
As part of our 50th-anniversary yearbook edition, we are featuring a special story on trends from 1975 and how they compare to current trends. We would love to gather insights from staff members who lived through these trends to add a personal touch to our feature.
Specifically, we are looking for any memories or perspectives you might have on popular trends from that time, such as:
Bellbottoms and other fashion trends
Video games like Atari
Makeup and hair styles
Platform shoes
If you're able to share any stories or reflections on these topics, we would greatly appreciate your input. And for those of you who may be a little too young to speak on this (lucky you!), please feel free to share any fun observations you have about how trends from that time might look to you. Send insights to jessica_l_neetz@mcpsmd.org
Thank you so much for your time and for helping make our 50th edition extra special!
Don't forget to order your book today at yearbookforever.com
MYP Personal Project Updates:
🛑 FINAL REQUIREMENT: MYP PP Final Report: Students must complete their MYP Final Report, the last requirement to earn credit for MYP Research Seminar. Students complete this report through Canvas using a template.
Due date: Thurs. Feb. 27th.
If your student is enrolled in health this semester: On Feb. 13 and 14th, students worked on their MYP Final Report in their Health class.
If you student is NOT enrolled in Health this semester: Students should have signed up for a Final Report workshop to help them complete this final requirement. Please check with your student. If they have not registered, please have them sign up via this form.
📌MYP Research Seminar Course: In second semester, 10th grade students should see the course "MYP Research Seminar" Course #NSS2309 in Periods 8 or 9 on their schedule.
In second semester, students can expect to see their completion grades for the components of the Personal Project appear as "Practice and Preparation" assignments in StudentVue. These grades update periodically (approximately every two weeks). During the semester, it will calculate as a normal (percentage, A-E) grade, however, Quarter 3 grades for this course are based on completion only.
At the end of the marking period students will receive one of two marks for the course:
CR (credit): If students have submitted a complete project with reflection, final product and process journal Students who complete the project and earn a passing mark will earn credit (grade: CR) for the course in the second semester AND receive 15 SSL hours.
NG (no grade): If you have not submitted the project, plagiarized, or do not earn a passing mark (a grade of 3 or above) Students who do not complete a project, plagiarize or do not earn a passing mark will have a semester grade of "no grade" or NG. This does not negatively impact GPA, but it will result in the student not earning credit for the course and will be marked on their transcript.
Dual Enrollment
Jump Start to College: Dual Enrollment Pathway
Are you interested in jumpstarting your college education while still in high school? The Dual Enrollment Program at Seneca Valley High School, in partnership with Montgomery College, offers you the opportunity to take college courses at no cost. This program allows you to earn college credits while still in high school and is open to students in all grades.
Fall 2025 Courses Offered at SVHS (Registration begins April 25th)!
📚 CCJA 110 – Administration of Justice (M/W | 1– 2:30 PM)
📚 COMM 108 – Foundations of Human Communication (T/TH | 1 – 2:30 PM)
📚 HLTH 121 – Nutrition for Fitness and Wellness (T/TH| 1:00 – 2:30 PM)
To learn more about these exciting opportunities and the eligibility requirements, visit Mrs. Blaine in Room 2107B or email at stacey_j_blaine@mcpsmd.org.
SENIORS & SENIOR PARENTS!!!! Please make sure you save and/or favorite our Class of 2025 website: https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/senecavalleyhs/activities/seniors/
This is where we will house ALL of our important information, reminders, Grad Package info, event calendar, officer and sponsor names, and more. We will keep the most pressing announcements on the homepage for easy access.
Library Media Center News:
April is a busy month in the LMC. First, it's National School Library Month and we are celebrating with a Book Hunt game on Friday, April 11 during lunch, a fundraiser sponsored by the SVHS Book Club. The library will be closed to all but our "book hunters" who will search out 10 titles and authors under a strict time limit. There are book giveaways and other surprises for players and one speedy hunter will win the grand prize: the popular three book Good Girl's Guide to Murder collection. Special treats will be served to Book Hunters, as well. This is a fundraiser for the SVHS Book Club, so there is a $3 donation to play! Ask for details in the LMC.
April is also National Poetry Month, so come admire our "Poet-Tree" featuring "line poems" written by students. All students and staff are welcome to contribute a "line poem." We give you a first line from a book to get you started-- and you do the rest! We have a special "Spring Basket" available for one lucky poet, so drop in and write a few lines for the Poet-tree.
In addition to poets and libraries, this month we celebrate Arab American culture and history. You'll find books celebrating the contributions of Arab Americans on display all month.
Want to know if SVHS has a copy of a particular book? Browsing for something to read over Spring Break? Don't forget you can search our catalog through the SVHS LMC website. Click here to start or visit https://bit.ly/42utQDb. You can also find links to SORA audiobooks and ebooks there, too!
REMINDER: Although students are permitted to eat lunch in the LMC's classroom section, NO OUTSIDE FOOD is allowed in the LMC. This is a longstanding library rule that will be enforced more diligently because of multiple incidents in the past several months of students bringing outside food into the LMC and leaving a mess, especially after school. Students with outside food will be asked to eat it outside of the LMC.
Please return your overdue books! While all students with overdue materials need to return them to the LMC, Juniors, and Seniors who plan to attend Prom should make sure they have no outstanding library obligations. Unreturned books could keep them from purchasing Prom tickets, so please return books or arrange to pay for or replace them if they have been lost.
Did you know.....
SVHS Library is open Monday- Thursday from 7AM to 4:30PM and 7AM to 3:30PM on Friday? We're here when you are -- so come by and check out something new!
SVHS Student and Family Resource Page
SVHS Student and Family Resource Page
Click here for a list and links to resources and supports available for students and families in the Seneca Valley Community.
Chromebook Care
Families, many students are reporting damage to Chromebooks. Please know that each student is financially responsible for damage caused or loss of any Chromebook and charger that is checked out to the student. The device is loaned to the student to be used for instructional purposes only and in accordance with MCPS Regulation IGT-RA, User Responsibilities for Computer Systems, Electronic Information, and Network Security. No cost is associated for a student to borrow, possess, or use an MCPS Chromebook. A family is only financially responsible when there is avoidable damage to the device. If the device is faulty, there is no charge to the family; however, if the damage is considered avoidable or the device or charger is lost, the family will be charged according to MCPS current parts and replacement costs.
*The chart above identifies the costs associated with fixing or replacing a Chromebook due to avoidable damage, theft, or loss, and was shared with students in Homeroom on the 1st day of school. For more information about student Chromebook responsibilities, please see the Chromebook Acceptable Use Policy, available in both English and Spanish.
Seneca Valley PTSA
Greetings SVHS families.
The PTSA’s staff appreciation and after prom committees are looking for support for both the staff appreciation and after prom events. See sign up links below. Any and all help is appreciated.
Staff appreciation
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DADAF29A7F4C43-56377144-staff#/
After Prom
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DADAF29A7F4C43-56375570-after#/
The PTSA is excited to host another exciting and safe after prom again this year. You must have a signed waiver submitted by a parent/guardian to attend. Please scan the code below to RSVP and complete the waiver.
2025-2026 PTSA Executive Board volunteers needed
The PTSA is looking for nominations for all Executive Board positions for the 2025-2026 school year. See list below. The PTSA plays a vital role in keeping parents, the community and the school connected and we want this to continue. Continuing work benefits the students and the school community as a whole. However, to make this possible, we need dedicated and passionate parents to take the reins and continue this much needed work. You will not be alone, you will have lots of help you transition and learn should you choose to take on one of these amazing roles. We ask that you give whatever time you can. If you are interested, please send an email to svhsptsapres@gmail.com.
President (Oversee the overall PTSA activities)
1st Vice President (Community Outreach)
2nd Vice President (Fundraising)
Treasurer (Financial activities)
Secretary (Administrative Support)
If being on the executive board is not your thing, we also need help to lead/chair some of our committees as well. If you would like to learn more about any of the committees below, please email svhsptsapres@gmail.com.
Membership Committee (Involvement - beginning of the school year through early January)
Staff Appreciation Committee (Involvement - Several times throughout the school year)
Fundraising Committee (Involvement - Ongoing throughout the school year)
AfterProm Committee (Involvement -late fall through event date)
Stay connected with what’s going on in the SVHS community. Join the PTSA Facebook page: Facebook
Chantal
SVHS, PTSA President (2024-2025)
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Have questions or concerns. Email us at svhsptsapres@gmail.com.
SVHS Boosters
Happy Monday Boosters Members!
Please sign up to volunteer in concessions at the upcoming May track meets:
The boosters on line portion of the Silent Auction closed Friday night. Please join us in person on May 3, see details below.
Our next boosters meeting is on Monday May 19 in the cafeteria - join us to vote on next years open board positions.
Join us for a night out on May 15 to celebrate an amazing year! Location TBD
Have fresh produce delivered right to your door with the Seasonal Roots fundraiser:
Have fresh produce delivered right to your door with the Seasonal Roots fundraiser:
Review the minutes from our most recent meeting here:
Senior Parents! Pop on over to our Boosters website (https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/senecavalleyhs/activities/boosterclub/) to have your senior apply for our scholarship!
Our Silent Auction has been raking in the donations & will be on FB April 22-25.
Not a member yet? Support your Seneca student by signing up here:
https://square.link/u/7qiWt8kq
Best,
Tisha Chrobak
Seneca Valley High School Booster President 2024-2025
Extracurricular Activities Information
We welcome you to engage with Seneca Valley in a new way this school year!
Check out our non-athletic Extra Curricular Clubs and Activities! From study groups to competitive dance to cultural celebrations to Dungeons and Dragons and beyond - there's something here for everyone!
Reach out to sponsors of clubs you're interested in or fill out the interest form to be included in back-to-school messages about clubs. Check out our current offerings. SVHS ECA OFFERINGS
Notes From the SVHS College & Career Center
Mr. Nalda, SVHS College & Career Information Coordinator (email)
Financial Aid - Montgomery College (MDCAPS & FAFSA)
Seniors, are you planning to attend Montgomery College? Did you apply for the FAFSA? Double-check your MDCAPS account to see if you have any eligible campuses listed for the “Community College Promise” Scholarship. We are seeing that some students who only selected the Montgomery College Germantown campus will also need to select Montgomery College’s main campus (Rockville) to trigger this particular state award.
If you log into your MDCAPS account and do not see any eligible campuses for this Community College Promise Scholarship award, go into your FAFSA account and add the Montgomery College Rockville campus to your list of schools.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Nalda.
Financial Aid - Important Reminders
Planning on going to college? Did you fill out the FAFSA or MHEC One/MSFAA App?
It is important to check your FAFSA account, specifically the ‘FAFSA Submission Summary’ to check on any potential grants and/or loans. If you are planning to attend a Maryland school, you should check and monitor your MDCAPS account awards as well to see if you qualify. This is especially true if you are considering Montgomery College. Some students may not qualify for a Pell Grant via the FAFSA, but could still be eligible for the Community College Promise Scholarship.
You should also keep track of financial aid packages from each of the schools you have been accepted to. You may want to consider using a spreadsheet to stay organized. Review the estimated cost of attendance after all offered aid for each school. If you qualify for any aid from the FAFSA or MDCAPS, be sure to review this carefully to make sure these amounts are reflected correctly on these financial aid packages from each school. If you need assistance reading and understanding the letters, feel free to reach out to me or your counselor.
For schools you have been admitted to, you should also be on the lookout for any required forms in your school’s portal accounts or on their websites. Make sure you are completing all required documents, especially for the school you plan on attending. We do not want you to miss any deadlines!
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
SVHS Financial Aid Guide for Seniors
Upcoming Scholarships
Upcoming Scholarships
April 28 - Senator Nancy J. King Senatorial Scholarship - 4-$3,000 awards (automatically renewed for up to four years, provided student maintains satisfactory progress); senior; must live in the 39th Legislative District (click here to verify); must have filled out the FAFSA or the MHEC One App/MSFAA by March 1; address on the FASFA or MSFAA application must be located in District 39; planning to attend a college or university in the state of Maryland; need a copy of first 3 pages of your FAFSA Submission Summary or One App confirmation email.
April 30 - High Bridge Foundation, Inc. Scholarship - two (2) $4,000 Impact Awards, five (5) $2,000 Scholarship Awards and seven (7) $1,000 Book Awards; senior; for students who are facing and overcoming personal & family hardship conditions (including financial); min 3.0 GPA (those under may apply if they demonstrate academic progress given hardship conditions); attend a trade school, community college, four-year college and/or university full time in the fall; community service; leadership; two (2) Letters of Recommendation from adults who are familiar with your hardship situation and your academic diligence, leadership skills, and/or volunteer work; three (3) essays; one (1) resume or two (2) separate lists to include (a) Special Achievements/Honors and Recognitions and (b) Extracurricular Activities/Community Involvement/Employment Experience; one (1) copy of School Transcript (unofficial or official) and Report Card through the first semester or second quarter of the 2024-2025 school year; one (1) Letter of Acceptance from a trade school, community college, college, or university.
April 30 - Laytonsville Lions Club Scholarship - one or more scholarships of $2,000 (payable in two yearly installments of $1,000 each) and the program also provides for reimbursement to the student for $500 for books and supplies; demonstrated service to the community (school, faith based, community at large); academic record of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale; financial need; 3 letters of recommendation; Financial Statement; submit to guidance counselor to attach transcript.
April 30 - Patuxent River (MD) Links G.E.M.S. Scholarship - graduating senior; applicant must reside in Montgomery County, MD; must have participated in the G.E.M.S Program for at least 1 program year prior to active participation in the current program year; must demonstrate a commitment to community service and have earned a minimum of 85 SSL hours; must apply and receive acceptance to a college or university.
April 30 - Patuxent River (MD) Links HBCU Scholarship - graduating senior; applicant must reside in Montgomery County, MD; must have participated in the G.E.M.S Program for at least 1 program year prior to active participation in the current program year; must have a minimum academic cumulative GPA of 3.0; must provide documentation of accepting an offer to attend an HBCU.
April 30 - Patuxent River (MD) Links STEM Scholarship - graduating senior; applicant must reside in Montgomery County, MD; must have participated in the G.E.M.S Program for at least 1 program year prior to active participation in the current program year; must have a minimum academic cumulative GPA of 3.0; must demonstrate an interest and a commitment to seek a degree in a S.T.E.M. major.
April 30 - The Delegate Lesley Lopez Community Service Scholarship - graduating senior; must demonstrate significant service to the Montgomery County Maryland community; must meet residency requirements; must reside in Montgomery County, MD; and reside in Delegate Lopez’s Legislative District #39 (go to http://mdelect.net and follow the instructions to confirm); must provide proof that he or she is attending a Maryland college or university as of September 9, 2025; applicant must provide his or her Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) Identification Number; and the applicant must provide documentation of having registered with the Maryland College Aid Processing System and submitting the Free Application Federal Student Aid, also known as the FAFSA, to the MHEC.
April 30 - Germantown Elementary School Alumni Scholarship - applicant must reside in Montgomery County, MD; must have attended Germantown Elementary School for a full year between 2011 and 2024; must be a high school senior graduating in the 2024-25 school year; must have a minimum academic cumulative GPA of 3.0; must demonstrate a history of volunteer experiences and significant service to the community.
May 01 - Montgomery College Board of Trustees (BOT) Scholarship - one-year scholarship that covers the full-time cost of tuition and fees at the county resident tuition rate, up to a maximum of 15 credits per semester at Montgomery College; senior; 3.0 or higher weighted grade point average; letter of recommendation; essay questions; students must be admitted to MC and have an M Number before they can access the online application.
May 01 - Rudolph W. Snowden Memorial Scholarship Fund - MCPS graduating high school senior; African American male; min 3.0 GPA (unweighted); seeking a bachelor's degree from a Historically Black College/University; extracurricular activities; color photograph; official transcript; copy of ACT and/or SAT score; at least two (2) academic recommendations; t least one (1) community recommendation; typed, signed and dated narrative – one to two pages in length – discussing your personal and professional aspirations and goals that demonstrates your written communication skills.
May 04 - Samuel O. Kwarteng Memorial Scholarship - $2,000 award; senior; attend a two or four-year college or university; academic achievement; financial need; contribution to school and community; official or unofficial copy of school transcript; proof of financial need; copy of your FAFSA Submission Summary with the Student Aid Index (SAI) circled; 300-500 word essay; see application for prompt.
Click here to see the SVHS Scholarships Page for more opportunities.
Other Opportunities
Other Opportunities
How to Build a Balanced College List: Helping Your Teen Find the Right Fit
How to Build a Balanced College List: Helping Your Teen Find the Right Fit
Strong grades and test scores often aren’t enough to stand out in today’s competitive college admissions landscape. The key to maximizing your child’s chances of landing at a "right fit" university? A well-balanced college list.
Too many students focus on big names and dream schools, leading to missed opportunities, added stress, and limited options when decisions come out.
This webinar covers topics including:
How to build a balanced college list that maximizes admissions success
Proven strategies to find the right fit for your teen
Common mistakes families make and how to avoid them
April 30 at 7PM ET
Click here to register | Flyer
Uncovering Your Teen's Unique Story: Strategies to Shine on College Applications
Uncovering Your Teen's Unique Story: Strategies to Shine on College Applications
Every student has a unique story — and knowing how to share it can make all the difference in college admissions. Join our webinar to discover powerful strategies that help students build a compelling personal narrative (starting as early as 9th grade!) to leave a lasting impression.
This webinar covers topics including:
Strategies to help your teen uncover their unique story and showcase it in essays (and interviews)
Tips for identifying impactful activities and experiences that enhance their application
Expert advice for building a balanced, authentic application that gets noticed
May 14 at 7PM ET
Click here to register | Flyer
Capitol Tech CWC Career Exploration Event for High School Girls
Capitol Tech CWC Career Exploration Event for High School Girls
Capitol Technology University is pleased to invite your school to the Capitol Tech Center for Women in Cyber (CWC) Career Exploration event, designed exclusively for high school girls. This one-day event offers an exciting and immersive opportunity to explore careers in STEM through hands-on activities and expert-led sessions.
Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Capitol Technology University, 11301 Springfield Road, Laurel, MD 20708
This program is open exclusively to female high school students and will include:
Interactive breakout sessions in artificial intelligence, engineering and space, cybersecurity, and commercial aviation
A career panel featuring women professionals in STEM
Campus tours and opportunities to network with faculty, professionals, and current students
Questions? Please contact bturner@captechu.edu or whbutler@captechu.edu.
Click here to register | Flyer
College & Career Center Monthly Newsletter
Student Athletes, Families, and Screaming Eagle Fans!
Please see link for this week’s Weekly update from the athletic department.
News from the Business and Finance Office
Business Office: Mrs. Monique Riddick, School Business Administrator, 240-740-6413
Finance Office: Ms. Lillian Burgos, School Financial Specialist, 240-740-6414
Finance Office Hours: Monday through Friday 7:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The window is closed daily from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Students may visit the finance office before school, during lunch, and after school.
Payments may be made using School Cash Online or in cash, check, and money order at the finance window. All checks should be made payable to Seneca Valley High School or SVHS. Please include the student’s name and ID number on all checks. Returned check fees are $25.00 per check and are obligated toward the student’s account until paid. This includes checks collected as part of fundraisers.
Obligations: All outstanding obligations must be paid in order for students to participate in extracurricular activities such as athletics, clubs, Homecoming and Prom. Seniors with outstanding obligations will not be permitted to participate in senior activities including the graduation commencement ceremony. Outstanding obligations may be viewed and paid at https://mcpsmd.schoolcashonline.com/
SchoolCash Online
Dear Parent/Guardian,
Montgomery County Public Schools has transitioned to a new online payment system called SchoolCash Online as its preferred method of payment for school-related fees such as fundraisers, field trips, obligations, etc. (Please note that the new payment system is NOT related to school cafeteria accounts)
SchoolCash Online helps parents/guardians and community members pay school-related fees safely, quickly, and easily. SchoolCash Online will help increase efficiency and security at schools by making payments directly into schools’ bank accounts and eliminating the need for teachers to handle money. In addition, once registered, you will be immediately informed about school activities!
Powered by KEV Group, SchoolCash Online is the industry leader in the management of school fees. The new system puts all of the school-related fees online for purchase so users can make purchases online using a credit card or e-check. A processing fee will be included on all items available for purchase, regardless of the type of payment used on SchoolCash Online or at the school.
Parents/guardians can register now at - https://mcpsmd.schoolcashonline.com/
MCPS CODE OF CONDUCT AND STUDENT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES
MCPS CODE OF CONDUCT AND STUDENT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES
The MCPS Code of Conduct and A Student's Guide to Rights & Responsibilities will be distributed to all students in September.
They are also online at http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/students/rights.
Safety Tips for Walkers
Cross the street at marked crosswalks whenever possible.
Stop and look every time before crossing streets, even when you have the right-of-way, and especially at intersections with "right turn on red."
Before crossing, look left, right, then left again, and over your shoulder for turning vehicles.
Begin crossing the street on "Walk" signals-never on a solid or flashing "Don't Walk."
Use pedestrian pushbuttons to activate/extend the walk signal.
Use sidewalks. If none, walk facing traffic so you see vehicles, and drivers see you.
Make eye contact with drivers so they see you. Never assume they do.
Stay visible after dark and in bad weather with reflectors or retroreflective clothing.
Welcome to Safe Schools Maryland
An ANONYMOUS and FREE reporting system available to students, teachers, school staff members, parents, and the general public to report any school or student safety concerns, including mental health concerns.
Safe Schools Maryland is Maryland’s only official anonymous reporting system.
Safe Schools Maryland operates twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days a year.
Your anonymous report can be submitted by calling the tip line (1-833-MD-B-SAFE / 1-833-632-7233), completing an online form (below), or downloading the free Safe Schools Maryland app from the App Store or Google Play.
PARENT VOLUNTEER TRAINING
PARENT VOLUNTEER TRAINING
The MCPS Volunteer webpage has been updated.
https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/student-leadership/volunteer.aspx
On that webpage, you will find updates for SY24-25 and a chart for “who needs what.” There is also a resource on the far right called: School Guidance for Volunteers. If there are any volunteers who did this process last year, then they are good for this year. Any new volunteers would need to complete the compliance measures listed below.
One-time volunteers who will ALWAYS be accompanied by MCPS staff
One-time volunteers who will never be alone with students at the MCPS school do NOT need to complete the compliance measures.
They WILL need to check-in and check-out of the main office and scan their driver's license/identification cards through the Visitor Management System (VMS). Once the volunteer clears the VMS, they must be badged (the VMS creates a sticker badge) and remain under supervision of an MCPS professional while with students.
Volunteers who will be attending field trips or supporting the school as a regular volunteer (This includes, but is not limited to Dads on Duty participants)
These volunteers must complete BOTH the online child abuse and neglect training and the COVID attestation process.
Volunteers can pull their grade sheet showing a total of 183.3%. This grade shows completion of both processes.
They WILL need to check-in and check-out of the main office and scan their driver's license/identification cards through the Visitor Management System (VMS).
Once the volunteer clears the VMS, they must be badged (the VMS creates a sticker badge) and remain under supervision of an MCPS professional while with students.
Volunteers who will be attending field trips or supporting the school as a frequent volunteer AND will be alone with students.
In addition to the online child abuse and neglect training and the COVID attestation compliance measures, the volunteer must have completed the finger printing process.
Fingerprinting/Background check (only if they are working alone with students without supervision of an MCPS staff member or other type of volunteer service, per the Volunteers regulation and FAQ )
Fingerprinting Webpage
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