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4. Open House 6 00 p m 8 00PM Everything you need to get started for both credit and non credit options at Carroll From 6 8 pm information tables and faculty will be available to answer your questions Tours of the college and information sessions with more specifics regarding Admissions and Financial Aid and the Hill Scholars Honors Program selective admissions will also be offered To RSVP call 410 386 8430 or e mail openhouse carrollcc edu SAT Test Preparation SAT ACT Preparation Part 1 This course will prepare you to take the verbal question types on both the ACT and the new SAT 2005 SAT ACT Preparation Part is designed to prepare you for the reading English and science sections of the ACT and the critical reading and writing sections of the new SAT 2005 Cost 109 Online new sections begin monthly For more information and course registration details go to www ed2go com carrollcc SAT ACT Preparation Part 2 This course will prepare you take the math questions on both the ACT and the SAT You ll refresh your knowledge of math subjects and learn techniques to help you move through the tests more quickly Review arithmetic algebra geometry trigonometry and statistics as well as the Student Produced Response questions on the SAT Practice techniques and approaches using similar exam questions and fully explain and interpret the correct and incorrect answers Cost 109 Online new sections begin monthly For more in
5. groups dutchmillbulbs com libertyhighschoolffa ph OR Ask any FFA member to check out our brochure and order form Questions Contact Katy Macleod at kjmacle carrollk12 org or 410 751 3560 Please note No dogs or other pets with the exception of service animals are permitted in school buildings or on school grounds without the direct permission of the school administration NOTICE OF NON DISCRIMATION The Carroll County Public Schools CCPS does not discriminate on the basis of race color ancestry or national origin religion sex disability or age in its programs and activities The CCPS provides nondiscriminatory access to school facilities in accordance with its policies and regulations regarding the community use of schools including but not limited to the Boy Scouts The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non discrimination policies Mr Greg Bricca Director of Research and Accountability 125 North Court Street Westminster MD 21157 Phone 410 751 3068 LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL 5855 Bartholow Road Eldersburg MD 21784
6. 7 00 pm last day to drop w o a W grade Last Day to drop with a W grade Wed Nov 5 Thanksgiving Recess Nov 26 30 Final Exams Dec 13 19 Dual Enrollment Classes begin on Tuesday September 2 If there are last minute students that have already taken the placement tests it is not too late for them to register Keep in mind that we will not allow them to adjust their schedule or add a class after the class has met for the first time Please encourage all Dual Students to attend New Student Orientation one day only Dual Enrollment Fall Rosters Rosters will be sent on Aug 20 or 21 before classes begin and then again after the drop add period to reflect any changes that student make during the first week of classes Don t forget we start the week after CCPS so there is time for adjustments Placement Tests Exemptions amp Math Requirements If a student has taken the SAT s and scored a 550 or higher on any section or has completed the ACT s with scores of 21 on any section they may be exempt from placement testing in one or all three sections English Reading and Math High achieving math students should still take the placement test for higher level math placement i e pre calculus calculus SAT and ACT scores cannot place you into higher level math Students should contact the Admissions Office prior to scheduling the placement tests if they think they may be exempt If approved they will be given the next steps for registra
7. Important planning dates for Dual Students Fall Calendar New Student Orientation Tues Aug 26 check in 5 30 5 45 program 6 8 30 p m Thurs Aug 28 check in 1 30 1 45 program 2 4 30 p m Classes Begin Tues Sept 2 100 Refund Period Ends Tues Sept 9 at 7 00 pm last day to drop w o a W grade Last Day to drop with a W grade Wed Nov 5 Thanksgiving Recess Nov 26 30 Final Exams Dec 13 19 Placement Tests Exemptions amp Math Requirements If a student has taken the SAT s and scored a 550 or higher on any section or has completed the ACT s with scores of 21 on any section they may be exempt from placement testing in one or all three sections English Reading and Math High achieving math students should still take the placement test for higher level math placement i e pre calculus calculus SAT and ACT scores cannot place you into higher level math otudents should contact the Admissions Office prior to scheduling the placement tests if they think they may be exempt If approved they will be given the next steps for registration Prepare for Placement Testing Preview Accuplacer s sample questions and practice SAT sample questions for reading English and math College Board has also released a phone app that students have reported as being very helpful The phone app has proven very user friendly and a worthwhile tool for students We highly recommend it Fall Open House Save Date Tuesday September 30
8. also started a Principal s Blog Please visit http blogs carrollk12 0rg tomclowes for my thoughts Liberty Security is also changing this year Starting immediately all persons who visit LHS and have business outside of the main office will be required to scan their driver s license when they enter the building Visitors will be issued a guest pass to ensure the safety of all students and staff at Liberty look forward to working with all of you this year as we continue to Strive for EXCELLENCE Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to call me at 4410 751 3560 or email me at thclowe carrollk12 org Sincerely Thomas Clawes Mr Thomas H Clowes Principal CALENDARS September 1 September 24 September 25 September 26 October 2 October 9 October 13 October 14 October 16 October 17 October 29 October 31 November 1 November 4 November 22 November 26 November 27 November 28 September CLOSED Labor Day Interim 1 CLOSED Rosh Hashanah CLOSED October Ring Ceremony Juniors Picture Make ups Sr 195 Academic Parent Conferences Senior Pictures by appointment CCCTC Open House CLOSED Early Dismissal Report Cards Homecoming Parade 5PM Homecoming Game 7PM Homecoming Dance 8 11PM Looking Ahead Make your plans Mark your calendar School Offices CLOSED Fall Craft Fair 9am 3 pm Early dismissal 11 35 am School Offices CLOSED Sch
9. and interviews Taking PSAT NMSQT SAT and ACT exams Applying for financial aid Choosing a major Adjusting to campus life Preparing for academic success at college Staying healthy and safe at college Choices for the High School Graduate Not every high school graduate is ready for or interested in pursuing a four year college degree Choices for the High School Graduate Fifth Edition presents students with a wide range of options available to them during and after high school from early college admissions and entering a trade to joining the military and volunteering abroad This revised edition provides new interviews and updated information that reflect the ever changing economy and technology An all new chapter devoted to the Job Corps has also been added Designed as a guide for parents and graduates this book includes a section For Parents Only that provides the essential information parents need to help their children make informed choices College Majors and Careers Sixth Edition Offers straightforward advice for high school and college students exploring their career options Providing invaluable guidance on figuring out what to do with an English major or selecting a field of study this practical guide covers more than 60 college majors linked to more than 350 different career paths Each college major article includes Occupations High School Subjects Majors Leisure Time Activities Personal Skills Resources and Values and Pe
10. process and including advice on writing additional and alternative essays Ebooks Available on the front page of Destiny Catalog under Ebooks Infobase Ebooks https destiny carrollk12 0rg common servlet presenthomeform do l2m Home amp tm zHome amp l2m zHome From home Username Ihsmc Password student Preparing For College The ideal guide for students looking for the best college to suit their needs Preparing for College helps students evaluate their strengths interests and goals in order to find the right educational fit This accessible all in one resource guides students with everything from choosing a college and undergoing the application process to uncovering the financial resources to pay tuition and expenses and adjusting to the academic and personal challenges that first year students face The authors use their decades of college experience both as students and professors to offer illuminating and reassuring advice to prospective college students and their families With an emphasis on successfully navigating the high pressure college application process and dealing with the stress of balancing college and family life Preparing for College explores practical techniques to help students identify and concentrate on their most important considerations covered include Choosing a school that best fits a student s strengths and needs Avoiding common mistakes when choosing a college College applications essays
11. to the test students will be presented a special advisory lesson to assist in their understanding of the structure and scope of the PSAT When scores are received each school will offer an interpretation session for parents and their students These sessions should assist them in understanding how to use these scores to increase academic performance in the future Each school will also receive a report called AP Potential It identifies students that based on their PSAT performance have the potential to take and do well in Advanced Placement AP courses This information will also be shared with parents and students may opt out of the PSAT if a written request is made by a parent Please be aware that the county will not pay for juniors to take the test even if they did not take it in their sophomore year All sophomores and juniors who are considering any form of post secondary education such as a four year college community college trade or technical school or the military are encouraged to take the PSAT Please contact your school counselor if you have any questions Registration information Sophomores NO registration is required If you would like to opt out please write a letter to your child s school counselor ASAP This allows us for accurate program planning for PSAT administration Juniors There will be a 17 fee If you are eligible for the Free or Reduced Meal program you may be eligible for a fee
12. waiver please contact a member of the School Counseling Office When you register you will receive a PSAT practice book The 17 registration fee will be collected in the School Counseling Office from September 3 September 18 College Updates Counselors will be meeting with all seniors this fall to review graduation requirements and help to plan for after high school Students and parents are encouraged to make an appointment or the counselors will schedule student appointments Please see the Class of 2015 Senior Handbook with tips for Seniors on our website in addition to many other resources for students and parents Forms for requesting transcripts are available in the School Counseling Office as well as on the website http www carrollk12 org Ihs counseling college default asp College University Visits During the fall months many Colleges Universities make arrangements to visit Liberty High School Current Junior and Senior students may sign up for these visits which take place during PAWS 9 00 9 30 am Sign up sheets for each college will be posted in the Counseling Office Students must sign up by 12 30 p m the day before the visit Each of the visits will be announced over the morning announcements several days prior to the scheduled time as well as listed in this newsletter and updated regularly in the daily Connect news Updates as of 8 26 14 September Visits November Visits 12 McDaniel College 7 York Coll
13. year off to a great start and for many of you that means getting your Career and Tech Service Learning hours The MSDE requires that students earn 55 service hours by the end of their Junior year and in order to graduate you must earn 75 hours CCCTC OPEN HOUSE As the Service Learning coordinator try to get the many opportunities that come along out to you They are on the announcements which in turn come home via email if requested and now any new opportunities will be updated on the LHS website which contains all your service learning needs Click on the highlighted link or type into your browser to get to the Service Learning page http www carrollk12 org Ihs counseling service default asp There you will find everything you need Service Learning Reflection Forms Carroll County Public Schools Service Learning Guidelines Current Volunteer Opportunities Updated regularly with all currently available opportunities What You Can Do Best Practices Dos and don ts Lend a Hand A High School guide to Service Learning Ways to Earn Service Hours Places to Volunteer Ongoing Opportunities A good resource for local places that are continuously looking for volunteers What Counts and Does Not Count Towards Service Hours MSDE guidelines Maryland s Seven Best Practices of Service learning Vacation Bible School Camp and Religious Ed Guidelines CCPS Information on Service Learning Takes you to CCPS website Re
14. 4 September 2 Core Stateme Strive for Excelle 5 Pillars of Exceller Academics Arts Athletics Service Community ADMINISTRATION Principal Mr Thomas H Clowes thclowe carrollk12 org Assistant Principal Mrs Shannon Zepp slzepp carrollk12 org Assistant Principal Mr Jared Wastler Jowast carrolk12 org Academic Facilitator Mr Brian Tombs X bltombsOcarrollk12 org Athletic Director Mr Edward Devincent erdevin carrollk12 org iberty High School 55 Bartholow Road ersburg MD 21784 410 751 3560 410 795 8102 X 410 751 3564 inseling Office 10 751 3566 arrollk12 org Ihs Dear Liberty Community September is upon us once again As we say good bye to August and summer wanted to extend a warm welcome to all of our new families and students and to welcome back our returning students and families Once again Liberty continues to Strive for Excellence in many ways Let me begin with something new at Liberty and CCPS as a whole The county has just started its BYOD Bring Your Own Device policy this year This is a major shift in policy for the county and Liberty While know that change can be difficult we have taken several steps to help ease the transition Our vision for the use of technology is To promote a personalized technology supported learning environment that encourages daily use of technology to foster connectivity collaboration creativity digital citizenship and student ownershi
15. Game begins at 7 00 Vera Bradley 31 and Coach items 20 Regular Games 50 50 two special games and door prizes Food available upon purchase Tickets 15 in advance 20 at the door Reserve Tables for large parti Contact Diane Robinson for ticket eservations 443 398 1799 SUNNY Vil SHI uen padp ioo pud ofurg Wad SHT 65LI B6E EFF uos amp 5LI B6E EFE SUI se ofurg Wad SHT 6 amp LI B6E EFE OSU meg oum WA SHT G56LI B6E EFF Sum Wad SHT 66LI B6E EFE uosuiqog sue FLISTAOT GOL I B6E EFE eua meg ofurg Wad SHT 66L1 86E EFF uosutquy SNC Wad SHT oui WA SHT G6L1 RGE EFF uosurqag oo Hepa gulp G6LI B6E EFF auri ofurg Wad SHT MOST aue FFA FLOWER BULB SALE How would you like to have beautiful flowers blooming from March through July without any of the hassles of spring planting We have your answer Purchase flower bulbs from the Liberty FFA Chapter All you have to do is plant the bulbs in the ground this fall and forget about them and come springtime you will have beautiful flowers All bulbs are guaranteed to grow or they will be replaced To place an order visit http
16. PM March 25 Mock Interviews May 9 Prom B amp O Museum 8 12PM May21 Senior Switch June2 Senior Farewell 7PM June3 Senior Awards 9AM Noon June4 Graduation 7 30PM McDaniel June 5 10 FINALS June 11 LAST DAY OF SCHOOL providing there no changes for snow days Parking permits are available beginning August 1 Applications can be obtained in the main office Return your completed and signed application along with 20 check or cash and a copy of your driver s license to receive your permit Parking permits must be visible in the upper right hand corner of your windshield Any car without a permit could be subjected to a ticket and fine ATHLETIC BOOSTERS MEETING SCHEDULE 7 00 PM in the Media Center Wednesday September 3 FIRST MEETING October 1 November 5 December 5 January 7 February 4 March 4 April 8 May 6 YEARBOOKS 2014 yearbooks were distributed during PAWS on Friday August 29 2014 graduates may stop by the main office during regular business hours 7 30 am 3 00 pm to pick up their yearbooks EXTRA YEARBOOKS Extra yearbooks will go on sale Tuesday September 2 for 75 in Mrs Deen s office after school only There are only a limited number of extras available and they will be sold on a first come first served basis GO LIONS H A C Access your child s schedule information Home Access Center is now available for parents and legal guardians to login and view informa
17. all sophomores and juniors have the opportunity to take the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test PSAT This year it will be administered in each county high school on Wednesday October 15 2014 during regular school hours Students often ask Why should take the PSAT For juniors the best reason for taking the PSAT is that the participant automatically becomes eligible for the National Merit Scholarship Program that can yield monetary reward Students may only qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program in their junior year Juniors will have an advisory lesson about the PSAT on Wednesday September 10 For sophomores the major advantages of taking the PSAT is to become acquainted with a test that is similar in length and structure to the Scholastic Aptitude Test SAT Also by testing against a national group sophomores can more accurately assess their educational strengths and weaknesses resulting in an increased awareness of academic areas in need of attention Sophomores will have an advisory lesson about the PSAT and receive practice books on Wednesday September 17 Developers of the SAT have indicated that one of the best ways to improve scores is to take the SAT or tests like the PSAT again and again providing practice and an opportunity to reduce test anxiety This year through the use of Race to the Top Funds from the state the cost of taking the PSAT will be paid for all sophomores in a Carroll County high school Prior
18. can Legion Hall All proceeds to benefit LHS Cheer Doors open at 5 30 pm Games begin at 7 00 pm Tickets are 20 00 Ticket price includes a 20 game packet All bags are filled Lots of specials raffles and door prizes too For tickets or more info contact Linda Burke at Ihscheer21 84 yahoo com L3 Mile and ale 0 Registration Online 2u Pom aan guaranteed for first 200 registrants Packet Pickup Dell Brothers Gram Farm Saturday sept 13 1 3 00pm Early Entry Fee 520 per person SK 530 person After 9 12 14 1 Mile 30 per person 5 540 per person Ages Sponsorships Levels in the 2014 Calendar year 5500 9595 Willow Tree Contributor Top large and logo placement on shared banner amp book 24 72 separate full color company banner displayed at start or finish line minimum of 2 DJ banner amp book 24736 separate company banner displayed at water station 1 DJ announcement and recognition on web sri eur 5100 249 Birch Tree Contributor Name and logo printed on s banner amp book 17 x 11 separate banner displayed at event 550 99 Seedling Contributor This level donation and all m kind DONATIONS ARE TAX WALL GO amp OUR CARROLL Toff operates under guidance of the Community Foundation of Carroll County Federal Tax ID 52 1665244 Questions or More Info
19. chniques to help you move through the tests more quickly Review arithmetic algebra geometry trigonometry and statistics as well as the Student Produced Response questions on the SAT Practice techniques and approaches using similar exam questions and fully explain and interpret the correct and incorrect answers Cost 109 Online new sections begin monthly For more information and course registration details go to www ed2go com carrollcc Fall Planning We can assist with the following topics or workshops for students parents Let us know if you would like to schedule any of the following or if we can help you in presenting another topic e Admissions Process How to get started Financial Aid FAFSA for families or for counselors College Bound What Carroll Community College has to offer Dual Enrollment during the senior year Hill Scholars Honors Program Fall 2014 Event Schedule Fall Open House Tues Sept 30 from 6 00 8 00 PM Hill Scholars Information Night Wed Nov 12 from 6 00 7 30 PM High School Testing Dates Saturdays at 9 30 beginning in October testing for Con Enrollment Mon Oct 6 at 1 30 PM Fri Oct 17 at 9 30 PM and 1 30 PM Wed Oct 29 at 1 30 PM Spring Registration begins Thurs Nov 14 Dual Information Session Wed Nov 5 from 5 30 6 30 p m Tao 1 I aL oa olm m 2 TL Featuring Coach 4 Vera Bradley Bags Saturday September 13th Sykesville Ameri
20. ege 15 Messiah College and The Cleveland Institute of Art 18 Carroll Community College 22 Juniata College 23 Virginia Wesleyan College and Lynchburg College October Visits 2 Alfred University and Widener University 6 Gettysburg College 9 Roanoke College and University of Alabama 10 Mount Saint Mary s University 16 High Point University and Hood College 21 Washington College 23 Savannah College of Art amp Design and Trinity Washington College 28 St Mary s College RESOURCES FOR THE COLLEGE SEARCH There are many resources available as you search for colleges Please visit our website as well http www carrollk12 org Ihs counseling college default as Here are just a few books that may be of interest Several of them are also available in the LHS Media Center Admission Matters What Students and Parents Need to Know About Getting into College by Sally P Springer Jon Reider and Joyce Vining Morgan 2013 From Amazon com Getting into college has never been more complicated or competitive Parents and students need expert guidance to navigate the maze of college admissions This thoroughly updated edition of Admission Matters is the best source covering the whole process for any applicant The authors offer great practical advice for selecting the right school writing effective essays navigating financial aid and much more No matter what type of school a college bound studen
21. formation and course registration details go to www ed2go com carrollcc Fall 2014 Event Schedule Fall Open House Tues Sept 27 from 6 00 8 00 PM Hill Scholars Information Night Wed 12 from 6 00 7 30 PM High School Testing Dates Saturdays at 9 30 beginning in October testing for Dual Enrollment Mon Oct 6 at 1 30 Fri Oct 177 at 9 30 PM and 1 30 Wed Oct 29 at 1 30 Spring Registration begins Thurs Nov 14 Dual Information Session Wed Nov 5 from 5 30 6 30 p m To register for any of these events e mail admissions carrollcc edu or call 410 386 8430 g amp gt 2 o Melping 5 y v i Hello and Welcome back l m hoping that everyone s summer went well and that many of our students earned lots of service hours Don t forget to check on LHS website for T opportunities Here s a reminder about what is required by MSDE for service learning 55 SERVICE HOURS are needed by the end of your Junior year 75 SERVICE HOURS are needed to Graduate There are many ways you can find Service Opportunities The website has some summer opportunities once school starts you will hear them on the morning announcements which also come home via email if requested Also look in your ocal papers check with your places of worship and other Non Profit organizations To view the opportunities on the LHS Website click on the highlighted li
22. ings that we think you need to know to enhance your cafeteria experience Did you know that your child has a cafeteria account Every student who goes through our cafeteria line will use a unique Personal Identification Number PIN to access their account Parents have the option to add any denomination to the account for the purchase of meals and snack items It is a convenient way to ensure that money is not lost or forgotten during that hectic morning rush what is the PIN Each student has been issued a unique 5 digit PIN number Please help them remember this number It makes the line move faster and ensures that everyone has plenty of time to enjoy their meal If they do happen to forget the number the cashier will be able to find it for them How do I put money on the account It s easy Visit www myschoolbucks com to add any value to the account with a credit card There is a small service provider fee for the transaction You ll need your child s PIN number to complete the simple registration process Please note online payments require 24 hours to process before your child can access the money You can still send in a check to your school s cafeteria The cafeteria manager will add it to the ac count The money added to the account can be used to purchase meals AND snack items And of course we will still accept cash Cash transactions will also require your student to enter their PIN number Ca
23. irst ones to view our reduced price inventory NOTICE The Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act A H E R A management plans for all buildings owned or leased by the Board of Education of Carroll County are available for review at the individual Carroll County School locations and at the Office of Plant Operations located at 191 Schaeffer Avenue Westminster MD 21157 Management plans are required by the Environmental Protection Agency EPA and depict the location amount condition and response action projected for any asbestos containing materials if any are located in the school building BELL SCHEDULE 2014 2015 Advisory PAWS Bell Schedule Period 1 7 30 8 55 Advisory PAWS 9 00 9 28 Period 2 9 33 10 55 Period 3 11 00 12 52 11 00 11 25 Lunch A 11 29 11 54 Lunch 11 58 12 23 Lunch C 12 27 12 52 Lunch D Period 4 12 57 2 20 Two Hour Forty Five Minute Early Dismissal Period 1 7 30 8 10 Period 2 8 15 8 54 Period 3 8 59 9 38 Period 4 9 43 11 35 9 43 10 08 Lunch 10 12 10 37 Lunch 10 41 11 06 Lunch 11 10 11 35 Lunch D Two Hour Delay Period 1 9 30 10 25 Period 2 10 30 11 24 Period 3 11 29 1 21 11 29 11 54 Lunch A 11 58 12 23 Lunch 12 27 12 52 Lunch C 12 56 1 21 Lunch D Period 4 1 26 2 20 MARK YOUR CALENDAR February 5 and February 11 Scheduling conferences 4 7PM March 12 Academic Conferences 4 7
24. member that you can view your service hours in the Home Access Center HAC under the Test Scores tab located on the sidebar So bring me those forms I m ready and hoping that don t have to chase down anyone for their Junior and Senior requirements As always if you have any questions or concerns please don t hesitate to contact me Kim Costolo 410 751 3566 or klcosto carrollk12 org Mark your calendar for the open house at CCCTC Thursday October 16 6 00 8 00 PM 2014 2015 SAT ACT Test Date Information For test dates starting in the fall of 2014 visit the following websites SAT www collegeboard org ACT www actstudent org Additional prep materials can be found on the LHS School Counseling Website http www carrollk12 org lhs counseling additional default asp ACT TEST DATES 2013 2014 SAT TEST DATES 2014 2015 Test Date Deadline Status Test Date Deadline Status Nov 8 Oct 9 Register Now Oct 25 Sept 19 Register Now Dec 13 Nov 7 Dec 6 Nov 6 Register Now Register Now Jan 24 Jan9 Register Now Late Fee charge for registering after regular deadline Late Fee charge for registering after regular deadline Register online www collegeboard org Register online www actstudent org To report your scores to LHS use code 210501 To report your scores to LHS use code 210501 PSAT Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test Wednesday October 15 Liberty High School Each f
25. n Imonitor what my child is purchasing Sure Visit www myschoolbucks com and set up a FREE account Once you complete the simple registration process youll need your child s PIN to get started you can set up low balance alerts and monitor what they are purchasing Youcan forget about use it or lose it Any money that is left on your child s account will carry over from year To year 99 999 99 Sending cash or check to school Include this form with your initial payment Student s Name Homeroom Teacher Amount Enclosed Please place of the money on my child s general account for the purchase of either meals milk or snacks Please place the money on my child s account but I want to specify for Breakfast and Lunch for Milk or Snacks P gt RF Be SS Carroll County Public Schools Office of Food and Nutrition 410 751 3040 www carrollk 12 org admin financ eservices foodservices Feeding the Future The LHS FFA is not affiliated with Vera Bradley 31 or Coach Thank you Join the members ofthe Liberty High FFA Chapter for their first annual Bag Bingo The FFA is a National Organization that is dedicated to the development of leadership and career skills within the agriculture industry Date 95th 2014 October Liberty FFA D ag When October 25th 2014 Where Oklahoma Road Middle Time Doors Open at 5 30
26. nk or type into your browser to get to the Service Learning page http www carrollk12 org Ihs counseling service default asp There you will find everything you need Service Learning Reflection Forms Carroll County Public Schools Service Learning Guidelines Current Volunteer Opportunities Updated regularly with all currently available opportunities What You Can Do Best Practices Dos and Don ts Lend a Hand A High School Guide to Service Learning Ways to Earn Service Hours Places to Volunteer Ongoing Opportunities A good resource for local places that are continuously looking for volunteers What Counts and Does Not Count Towards Service Hours MSDE guidelines Maryland s Seven Best Practices of Service Learning Vacation Bible School Camp and Religious Ed Guidelines Sports Team Manager guidelines NEW THIS YEAR CCPS Information on Service Learning Takes you to CCPS website You can view your service hours in the Home Access Center HAC under the Test Scores tab located on the sidebar So please bring me those forms I m hoping that don t have to chase down anyone for their Junior and Senior requirements As always if you have any questions or concerns please don t hesitate to contact me Kim Costolo 410 751 3566 or kicosto carrollk12 org Carroll Community College Information Important planning dates for Dual Students Classes Begin Tues Sept 2 10096 Refund Period Ends Tues Sept 9 at
27. ool Offices CLOSED WINTER HOLIDAY December 24 through December 31 January 1 2 January 5 Jamuary 19 January 20 CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED SCHOOL Re opens School Offices CLOSED School CLOSED Volunteer The Volunteer Training Schedule for sessions to be held at Liberty High School is listed below Anyone wishing to be Volunteer Trained should plan on attending one of these sessions Please note that trainings will begin on time and anyone that arrives after training begins will need to choose another training session New this year all participants will need to present a photo ID in order to become volunteer trained Anyone with questions should contact Mrs Zepp at slzepp carrollk12 org or call the main office at 410 751 3560 Tuesday September 2nd at 7 00 PM in the Media Center preceding Drama Boosters Meeting Wednesday September 10th at 6 00 PM in the Media Center preceding Band Boosters Meeting November 22 2014 9 00 AM 3 00 Information and applications for vendors can be found online at www lIhsimp com Instrumental Music Meeting for all Parents September 10 Join us at 6 30 pm for a brief 12 hour meeting in the Media Center to discuss upcoming activities and performance on the instrumental music calendar Volunteer training offered at 6 00 pm Want to get first dibs on reduced price concert attire Stop by the Band Room at 7 00 pm with your student to get sized and be the f
28. p of learning Our first goal with this is to allow students the use of their device to connect Connect with their teachers connect with other students at Liberty and beyond and to connect with their learning Technology opens a seemingly endless array of possibilities to connect Students will be able to connect with other students in CCPS in Maryland around the country and world to decipher solutions to problems collaborate on best practices in learning learn new and exciting information and show examples of digital citizenship While we anticipate some bumps in the rollout of the new policy am confident that once these bumps are worked out this change will be beneficial to our students and staff Speaking of connections asked 5 art students to design a mural for the cafeteria last year The mural is now complete and hanging in the cafeteria as an example of the Spirit of Liberty would like to personally thank the following students for their excellent work Maria Kelly Tara McCurry Emma Reynold Carlie Waganer and Caitlyn McCaulley We are planning to officially dedicate the mural in a ceremony on our annual Alumni Day in December Please stay tuned for more details To make our connections with you even easier Liberty has created our connection port This site will allow you to easily find needed information about the school Please visit www lhsconnect weebly com for information about the school and our own LHS blog have
29. rsonal Attributes These sections help students identify their strengths and skills as well as the activities education and training they can pursue to help them succeed in their field of study and their career For more information and resources about many topics including college and career planning test preparation and academic planning please visit the LHS website School Counseling http www carrollk12 org Ihs counseling Upcoming Dates Be On the Lookout for Future Details in Upcoming Newsletters and Emails from Liberty HS gt Continuing Ed Fair Monday October 13 from 6 8 pm at the Ag Center in Westminster gt Career 8 Tech Open House Thursday October 16 from 6 8 pm at the Career 8 Technology Center A Note About the CCPS Schedule Change Grading Polic Carroll County policy prohibits students to change into another course and still get credit for the new course after the class has met 10 times 5 times for 2 credit courses If your student has worked with the teacher and continues to struggle you may contact his her school counselor Any change would need to be approved by an administrator and if a change is granted after the deadline the grade from the course will be recorded as W Pass or W Fail on the transcript Interested in a Career Connection Please call the school or email Mrs Linfield Career Connections Coordinator at celinfi carrollk12 org to schedule an appointment COMMUNITY COLLEGE
30. t may select Admission Matters will give them the edge they need Shaevitz Marjorie Hansen Admission possible the dare to be yourself guide for getting into the best colleges for you Naperville Ill Sourcebooks c2012 Explains how students can apply to colleges with application materials that reflect who they are discussing extracurricular activities essays letters of recommendation and more McGinty Sarah Myers The college application essay Rev ed New York College Board c2004 Contains a comprehensive guide to writing effective college application essays provides instruction on structure and style and how colleges read them and includes sample essays written by real students as well as over fifty real application questions College access amp opportunity guide 2011 ed Bethesda MD Center for Student Opportunity 201 1 2010 Contains profiles of 284 colleges recognized for their outreach efforts scholarship and financial aid opportunities and support and retention services offers advice to students on how to prepare for college and includes insider advice for college students and other experts Wissner Gross Elizabeth Write your college essay in less than a day New York Ballantine Books Trade Paperbacks c2009 The author describes her plan for completing a college essay in five hours featuring six chapters with suggested time allotments each of which explains one part of the essay writing
31. tion Prepare for Placement Testing Preview Accuplacer s sample questions and practice SAT sample questions for reading English and math College Board has also released a phone app that students have reported as being very helpful The phone app has proven very user friendly and a worthwhile tool for students Fall Open House Save the Date Tuesday September 30 Open House 6 00 p m 8 00PM Everything you need to get started for both credit and non credit options at Carroll From 6 8 pm information tables and faculty will be available to answer your questions Tours of the college and information sessions with more specifics regarding Admissions and Financial Aid and the Hill Scholars Honors Program selective admissions will also be offered To RSVP call 410 386 8430 or e mail openhouse carrollcc edu SAT Test Preparation SAT ACT Preparation Part 1 This course will prepare you to take the verbal question types on both the ACT and the new SAT 2005 SAT ACT Preparation Part is designed to prepare you for the reading English and science sections of the ACT and the critical reading and writing sections of the new SAT 2005 Cost 109 Online new sections begin monthly For more information and course registration details go to www ed2go comvcarrollcc SAT ACT Preparation Part 2 This course will prepare you take the math questions on both the ACT and the SAT You ll refresh your knowledge of math subjects and learn te
32. tion pertaining to their child ren Please follow these directions to login to your account 1 Go to the Carroll County Public Schools website at www carrollk12 org 2 Click on the Home Access Center link 3 A new page will open click the Request Password link 4 Enter the email address you provided on your child s emergency card it will be the email account where you received this AlertNow message You will receive an email to that account with a link to a web page If the email message does not appear within several minutes check your junk mail folder and make sure it wasn t delivered there It will come from donotreply carrollk12 org 5 Click the link from the email message and follow the instructions on screen You will be prompted to answer three questions about your child ren Once you have answered the questions correctly your password will appear on screen Click the link on that page to be taken to the Home Access Center login screen 6 Login using your email address and the password that was displayed on screen After logging in be sure to click Profile in the top right hand corner and identify a new password for your account Please make sure you review the User Manual located here http www carrollk12 org nomeaccessmanual pdf It contains important information and FAQs regarding getting connected and navigating Home Access Center Service Learning Information Carroll County Welcome back Let s get this
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