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The Reservoir High School New Student Orientation for incoming ninth graders and their families will be onThursday, August 22nd from 9:00 AM until about 11:00 A.M. Students will receive more specific information about the orientation program when they receive their schedules in the mail in the middle of August. We encourage all new students and their families to attend this informative program.
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Dear Fifth Graders and Parents of Fifth Graders,
Begin your Murray Hill Middle School Experience in an Exciting Way!
Learn about the treasures of the Far East at MHMS!
Register for Chinese and… 你好！NǐHǎ!
- Learn to speak and write Chinese
- Experience the culture of China from ancient times until today
- See and touch authentic artifacts straight from China
Your teacher, Ms. Streicker 师耀师, lived and taught in China for 17 years. She is excited to share her life experiences and knowledge of the Chinese people with each of her students.
Remember, even if you have already chosen another language to study, you may change your language choice to Chinese.
Learn Chinese and be on the cutting edge of your future!
Sincerely,
Ms. Kathleen Streicker Huā Yíg!
欢迎!
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Bus Schedules Go Online in Mid-August
School bus routes for the 2013-14 school year will be available in mid-August on the School and Bus Locator on the HCPSS website. In order to ensure that parents have access to the most current information on bus assignments, stops and times, the information will be updated daily online but will no longer be published in the Columbia Flier and Howard County Times.
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New Student Leadership Website
The Howard County Association of Student Councils (HCASC) has launched a new website, run by students for students. Explore the site to learn about opportunities to make a difference in your school and communities.
All middle and high school students are welcome to participate in HCASC. You do not need to be an elected officer or belong to a specific club to get involved. Meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month from 7-8:30 p.m.
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What We Do.....Computers for Students
The Bright Minds Foundation works with HCPSS to identify students from middle schools around the county who do not have access to computers intheir homes. The Foundation then purchases refurbished, Internet ready, desktop computers from the Lazarus Foundation to give to theses tudents. Included in each student’s package are also brand new printers, flash drives, security software, and Microsoft office software. Students and a parent attend a two and one half hour training session conducted by the Lazarus Foundation to learn how to set up and use their equipment, and at the end of the session, they take the computer home with them. We have given out just under 200 computers through 2009.
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Visit the Howard County Public School's GT Program Website
for valuable resources and information:
G/T Program Updates
G/T Program News for Parents
Parents of elementary, middle, and high school students can sign up to receive news and program announcements relating to Gifted and Talented (G/T) education.
To subscribe, log in to your HCPSS News account at www.hcpssnews.com. Choose Account Management, log in with your email address or phone number, and follow the prompts to update your account. Be sure to check the box for "Office of Gifted & Talented Programs."
G/T Research Information Sessions
Parents and students are invited to learn about Gifted and Talented (G/T) Independent Research and Intern Mentor Program electives available in high school. Participating students conduct advanced research or develop a creative project that makes a positive contribution to the community, with guidance and support provided by a professional mentor.
Students who enroll in the HS G/T Research Program courses report an increased readiness for college and/or careers. For additional information about the G/T program, visit www.hcpss.org/gt/high/adv_research.shtml.
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Community News
Howard County Library FREE TUTORS - Students who need help with homework this year can get it through Howard County Library System's Online Homework Assistance. Chat with tutors online for free at www.hclibrary.org/homework_help. Co-sponsored by the Howard County Public School System. Also check out homework and research guides with specific research tools for K-5 students and middle and high school students.
Howard County Recreation & Parks is offering a variety of different after-school and kiddie sports programs right at your childís school. Come learn new skills and participate in a variety of fun sport specific games. For more information please visit www.howardcountymd.gov/rap or contact Tessa Hurd at 410-313-4637. Register today because space is limited. Registration: 410-313-7275 or online at www.howardcountymd.gov/RAP.
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