High School Musical Homecoming

The steady drizzle last Friday night didn't keep the fans away from the tailgate and Homecoming Football game. Shades of pink were everywhere for the "pink out."  And, the dance on Saturday, complete with a High School Musical theme, rounded out our 2017 Homecoming Festivities. See below for some pictures. 

Upcoming Events: 

Monday, 10/16 - NHS Induction Ceremony 7 pm Salem Auditorium
Tuesday, 10/17 -

Wednesday, 10/18-

Thursday, 10/19 - Parent Teacher Conferences 4:30-8:00 pm

Friday, 10/20 -

My name is Meghan Starr and I am a new teacher in the Social Studies Department. I have a Bachelors from Oakland University and have done one year of teaching in Sterling Heights prior to this school year. I believe that personal relationships with the kids are the key to being a successful teacher and I look forward to building relationships with the students and staff of P-CEP this school year.

This school year I hope to develop meaningful relationships with my students and put an emphasize on differentiation in building curriculum throughout this year.

My boyfriend of 3 years, Blair, and I have just recently moved to the Novi area and are looking forward to exciting new adventures in the area. I am also blessed with four younger brothers and sisters that make me extremely proud on a daily basis and who allows me to spend much of my free time supporting them in their various activities. On top of these activities I enjoy hiking, skiing, watching sports, and spending time with my friends and family.

In my short time at Plymouth High School so far I have found the staff and students of Plymouth to be supportive, professional, compassionate, and all around accepting. It is never easy to begin working and moving to a new place, but I believe that I have been blessed by beginning my career here at Plymouth and I can't wait to see what the future has in store.

This past summer I decided to relive my childhood by rereading the Harry Potter series.

Did you know that we are using PTC Fast again for PT sign-up? Parent Teacher Conference are on Thursday, October 19th from 4:30- 8 pm. You should have received an email with directions on how to sign up. If the time slots are full, please email your child's teacher directly so that you may set up a mutually agreed upon way to conference about your student.

Did you know that there will be limited late transportation available on Tuesdays and Thursdays? There will be a late bus for any Park student that is staying after school on a Tuesday or Thursday for tutoring/clubs/activities or after school study. Students must sign up using this Signup Genius page by 3 p.m. on the day they plan to ride. http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0F4CAFAC2BA1FF2-tuesday
Buses leave the bus loop at 3:55 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
North bus drops off at: North Ridge Church, Bird, Smith, Isbister, West, Crossings Clubhouse, Allen, Farrand
South bus drops off at: Tonda, Dodson, Workman, Bentley, Field, Erikson, Hoben, Miller, Gallimore, Hulsing

Did you know that Challenge Day is returning to P-CEP? For the fourth year in a row, we are able to bring the Challenge Day program to the Park. Challenge Day is a 6 1/2-hour kickoff program which is designed for 100 students and 25 staff members. This program is created to build connection and empathy, and to fulfill the vision that every child lives in a world where they feel safe, loved, and celebrated. Challenge Day is more than a one-day program. It goes beyond traditional anti-bullying efforts, building empathy and igniting a movement of compassion and positive change, known as the Be the Change Movement. Each school will have their own Challenge Day event: Plymouth’s will be Tuesday, 11/28; Salem’s will be on Wednesday, 11/29; and Canton’s is on Thursday, 11/30. All Park Freshmen will participate in a Challenge Day Assembly on Friday, 12/1. For more information regarding Challenge Day please visit their website at http://www.challengeday.org/

Homecoming Festivities

The kids had a blast at the pep rally this past Friday! The teachers lost the traditional tug-of-war against the students, but honestly, they didn't stand a chance . . . there were 15 teachers versus 38 student captains!!  We are already plotting and planning for next year, but mostly to make sure that the teams are even. :) See the picture collage below with a few highlights. 
This week is full of excitement as we head into our Homecoming weekend with the tailgate and game on Friday and dance on Saturday. In preparation for the dance, please read and review the dance guidelines with your child. P-CEP dance guidelines. We are looking forward to a fun filled weekend! 

Upcoming events:

Monday, 10/2 -
Tuesday, 10/3 -Schoolcraft College Night 6-8 pm Click HERE for more information.
Wednesday, 10/4 - Count Day!
Thursday, 10/5 -
Friday, 10/6 - PSAT/NMSQT pre-bubbling 6th hour; Athletic/Activity Eligibility Check; Tailgate from 4:30-6:30 pm Homecoming Football game vs. Livonia Franklin @ 7 pm
Saturday, 10/7 - Homecoming Dance 7 pm - 10 pm; Deadline to submit senior photo to the yearbook* 
Tuesday, 10/10 - Picture retake day/Infinite College Fair CHS 4-8 pm. See "did you know" of 9/20 post for more information.
Wednesday, 10/11 - PSAT/NMSQT for registered Juniors
Thursday, 10/12 - Parent Forum @ 9 am @ CHS little Theater

*Send image to:pcepyearbook@pccsk12.com. In subject line, include last name, first name, and school, in that order.

Hi, my name is Mark Howson and I am a Counselor at Plymouth High School. This is my 5th year as a Counselor and the start of my first full year at Plymouth. I received my bachelor degree for Western Michigan and my Masters from San Jose State. I am very excited to start the school year and seeing and meeting so many new faces.

My wife Ashley and I, just passed our four year anniversary and have one daughter, Jane, who just turned 7 months old. Adding a child to the mix has made for a very busy time and a lack of sleep, but I have loved every minute of it.

Did you know that parent teacher conferences are Thursday, October 19th, from 4:30-8:00 pm? We will be using PTFast again this year so you'll will be able to sign up online for 5 minute appointments. The sign-up should be available a week prior to conferences. Please email your child’s teacher directly to schedule a conference if the teacher’s PT conference sign-up is full.

Did you know that the midway point of first card marking is Friday, October 6th? We encourage you to login to Mistar Parent Connect to check your student's' progress in classes on this date. The first athletics/activities grade check will be conducted on that date. Click here for information on academic eligibility, and click here to access your student's grades via Mistar Parent Portal.

Did you know that students may still participate in the 1:1 program and be issued a chromebook? For students still interested in obtaining a district Chromebook, the technology department will resume issuance of devices out of each building (see locations below) from 10 am - 12 pm each day starting WEDNESDAY, October 11, 2017. You can learn more about Chromebooks in Plymouth-Canton Community Schools at P-CCS 1:1 Initiative Always. On. Learning.

Canton
Room 184
staffer: Tammy Remington
tammy.remington@pccsk12.com

Plymouth
Room 307 (inside Media Center)
staffer: Katie Ferencz
katie.ferencz@pccsk12.com

Salem
Room 2121 (on 2nd Floor, by the South Tower)
staffer: Tami Lowry
tami.lowry@pccsk12.com