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12.06.18

“A grand adventure is about to begin.” - Winnie the Pooh

Dear AHS Parents, I’m sending this email early because tomorrow I will be in no position to email. If you didn’t know, my wife, Ellen, and I are expecting our fourth child and SHE will arrive tomorrow! That’s right, SHE. It’s incredible to think about, but we cannot wait to welcome her into this world and into our family. SO, you’re getting an early edition of the Parent Update for that reason! There’s a TON of NEW information down below, so carb up and don’t miss anything! Specifically, there are some important nuggets for seniors regarding upcoming deadlines...don’t miss out! Have a GREAT weekend!! Rob MOMENTS OF THE WEEK:

On Monday, our school was filled with YELLOW in honor of HOPE WEEK - our fight against the

stigma surrounding depression and anxiety!!

Students working HARD in English class sharing possible “thesis statement” ideas!!

LOVE seeing our AHS students out SERVING our community!! Here are a few who were

recognized for their leadership and compassion!

HUGE shout out to each of the student bands who performed at tonight’s annual “Battle of

the Bands!”

Our students have been making cards and purchasing gifts for children impacted by AIDS right here in Cincinnati through our annual FACES of AIDS project!

CHECK THIS OUT! Annabel Clayton and Madelyn Dinkins, students in the AHS Teacher Academy

Program, are working together on a project for the Educators Rising state and national competition in the Researching Learning Challenges category. As part of their research, they interviewed Kelsey Campbell and Zane Beineke, students in the Transition to Work Program at AHS. Kelsey and Zane shared how their involvement in the work study program is preparing them to get a competitive

job after high school and how it will prepare them to support themselves, live on their own someday and be contributing members of their community. How cool is THIS!!?

UPCOMING SCHOOL EVENTS:

12/10 - FHSD Town Hall Meeting - To discuss the need for an operating levy (see below) 12/15 - Deadline to make an appointment for Senior Portraits for yearbook through

McIntire/Glutz 12/17 - FHSD School Board Meeting, 7 pm at Nagel Middle School 12/18 - 12/21 - Semester 1 Final Exams - Click HERE for exam schedule details. 12/24 - 1/1 - Winter Break, No School! 1/8 - Government End of Course Exam - See “Testing Information” section below 1/17 - End of Semester 1 1/18 - Teacher Work Day - No School for Students 1/21 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - No School for Students 1/27 - FHFE “Interview Skills” Class from 1-3 pm at Nagel MS - More information below.

IMPORTANT SENIOR REMINDERS:

SENIOR PORTRAITS: The deadline is December 15th request an appointment to get your Senior Picture in the yearbook!! Portraits for the Yearbook MUST come from McIntire-Glutz Photography. No purchase required, but there is a sitting fee. Call 513-528-5888 or visit their website to make your appointment.

SENIOR CAP & GOWN ORDERS: The deadline for ordering cap and gown is December 10th. Click on the following link for more information: Senior Cap & Gown Information

FHSD TOWN HALL MEETING: The Forest Hills School District cordially invites Anderson Township Community members to its December 10, 2018 Town Hall Meeting to discuss the need for a 2019 operating levy. The event will be held in the Turpin High School Auditorium at 7:00 PM until 8:30 PM. Immediately following the meeting building tours will be conducted, providing an opportunity for those in attendance to see the newly renovated Turpin High School. QUARTER 2 INTERIM INFORMATION: Friday, December 7, 2018 marks our halfway point for the second quarter marking period. This is a good time to check your child’s academic progress on Progress Book. As always, if you have concerns or questions regarding your son/daughter’s grades, please reach out to their teacher for information and possible ways to support your child’s academic success from home. WEIGHTED COURSE INFORMATION: Quarter GPA's have always been (and will continue to be) calculated without any added weight for advanced level classes (ex. Honors, Pre-AP, AP, etc.). Weights are only applied to semester grades and only semester grades are counted in a student's Cumulative GPA. Anderson and Turpin High Schools utilize a 4.0 grading scale; Weighted Cumulative GPA's will, from this year forward, be calculated with an additional 1.0 point for AP/CCP courses (for a potential 5.0), and an additional 0.5 point for Honors/Pre-AP courses (for a potential 4.5). Honor Roll is the only academic honor awarded at the quarter and is based strictly on unweighted quarter grades. For more information regarding Weighted Courses, please visit the following link on our website: FHSD Weighted Course Information.

AHS QUARTER 1 HONOR ROLL: Congratulations to all students achieving Honor Roll distinction for Quarter 1 of this school year. A complete list of names can be found on the Honor Roll Board in the Mike Hall Way or by clicking on the following link: Q1 Honor Roll.

AHS ACT PREP OPPORTUNITIES: Students interested in preparing for the ACT have access to a Schoology course for ACT Math Preparation. It has access to full length practice tests, study guides, interactive online practice websites, PowerPoint presentations, videos with explanations, tips on maximizing calculator usage, and much more. It will also have weekly question sets covering different topics on the ACT. Students can self-enroll by using the Schoology access code 8C5D8-BNTX9. If you have any questions, please email Math Teacher Jason Lynch at [email protected] or stop by Room 210. Question sets will begin the week of November 12th.

HOLIDAY GIVING OPPORTUNITIES: As the season of celebrations and holidays approaches, Anderson High School is partnering with 9United, a local service organization, to provide students with opportunities to benefit local families. If AHS or 9United would be able to provide assistance through clothing, gifts, or family needs, please contact me ([email protected]) or Carol Terwillegar, school counselor, at [email protected] to have a confidential conversation about how we can assist you. FHFE INTERVIEW SKILLS CLASS INFORMATION: The Forest Hills Foundation for Education will host an Interview Skills Class which will be held at Nagel Middle School from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm on Sunday, January 27, 2019. In the class students will

gain feedback on their resume and mock interview, dress for a "real" interview, construct answers to potential interview questions, and most importantly learn key skills in networking with local and community business individuals. The Skills Class is open to all Forest Hills students in grades 11th and 12th. Click on the following link for more information: FHFE Interviewing Skills Class TESTING INFORMATION: Questions? Contact Kyle Fender ([email protected])

PSAT Information: o On October 10th, all Juniors took the PSAT/NMSQT. Parents & students should be

able access their scores online through CollegeBoard's assessment portal beginning December 12th.

National (ACT/SAT) Testing: o General Information:

Seniors will be receiving a letter from Mr. Fender with information about college remediation-free scores on the ACT and SAT during the week, upcoming testing dates, and ways to prepare if interested in testing. Please contact Mr. Fender or your students counselor with any questions.

It’s never too early to start looking into test preparation opportunities, accommodations request information, and registration deadlines for either the ACT or SAT. See this link for more information and resources to help get your ready for the ACT: ACT Information for Examinees. Please click on the following link for other general information: ACT/SAT Information.

o Test Prep Opportunities: All students and families looking for free, online ACT practice and

instruction can set up accounts on the ACT Academy

Students interested in preparing for the ACT have access to a Schoology course for ACT Math Preparation. It has access to full length practice tests, study guides, interactive online practice websites, PowerPoint presentations, videos with explanations, tips on maximizing calculator usage, and much more. It will also have weekly question sets covering different topics on the ACT. Students can self-enroll by using the Schoology access code 8C5D8-BNTX9. If you have any questions, please email Math Teacher Jason Lynch [email protected] or stop by Room 210.

For pay options include TorchPrep ([email protected]) and LEAP

End of Course Testing Information: o Please view this document for information about the State's End of Course

tests/graduation requirements (also known as the AIR tests): CLICK HERE o Key dates:

o US Government (Semester 1 students) will test on January 8 o English 9 and 10 students will test on April 8-9 o US History students will test on April 24 o Math I and II students will test on April 29-30 o Biology students will test on May 1-2 o US Government (Semester 2 students) will test on May 1

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY INFORMATION: Any student interested in being inducted into National Honor Society must have a 3.5+ GPA and 20+ hours of community service logged into Innerview.org by the end of 1st semester of their Junior year to be considered. Juniors will be notified of their admittance in late February and the induction ceremony will be held in March. Questions? Please contact Tonya Herron ([email protected]).

COMMUNITY SERVICE UPDATE: The Freestore Foodbank is in need of new and gently used infant, toddler, children's, teen and adult coats. They are also collecting hats, gloves, mittens and scarves. Collection barrels are in our AHS front lobby area until October 24th. Questions? Please contact Cheryl Kemper ([email protected]). BECOME A MEMBER OF ANDERSON’S PTO: Anderson has a strong tradition of parents and staff supporting the school through membership in the PTO. Our online form is fast, secure and might just make you feel like a superhero! Your membership entitles you to a student directory and the satisfaction of knowing you are covering the costs of the programming that enriches your student’s experience throughout AHS. Your membership is critical and we thank you! https://www.foresthills.edu/anderson/about/pto.html 2018-2019 AHS YEARBOOK INFORMATION: Don’t miss out on the great memories from this school year! Buy the 2019 yearbook #AHSisFAMILY. Click on the following link for more information: buytheyearbook.com/andersonhs