Titan Times

Dear Syracuse High School Community,

It was wonderful to see so many smiling faces as we welcomed students back for the first week of the new semester. The energy in the building has been positive, and it has been great to reconnect after the break.

As we settle into the semester, we are reminded of what it truly means to be a Titan—working hard, supporting one another, and striving for growth. We encourage you to talk with your student about their academic goals for the semester and to reach out if there are ways we can better support them.

We also encourage all sophomores and juniors to attend school on Tuesday to participate in our ACT Practice Test. This is an important opportunity to build familiarity and confidence with the ACT. Please see the information below for additional details. (Seniors are Excused from School on Tuesday)

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We are excited for a great semester ahead.

Best,

Principal Chapple

*Day-Of Information

Please have your student at the school at 7:15 to sign in and receive their room assignment. They need to bring their acceptable photo ID, and it is suggested to bring at least two #2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator (with extra batteries/backup). They can also bring snacks/water for breaks, a sweatshirt, and a non-noisy watch, but must keep all other electronics (phones, smartwatches) powered off and out of sight.

*Schedule Information

Monday, January 12

To accommodate testing logistics, we will follow an alternate A/B schedule, and students will attend all 8 class periods (See Attached Bell Schedule).

Tuesday, January 13

We will administer the ACT Practice Test.

All 10th and 11th grade students will participate in a timed, full-length ACT practice exam.
Seniors are excused from school on this day.

The ACT is a nationally recognized college entrance exam used by colleges and universities across the country as part of the admissions process. It is designed to measure students’ academic readiness in areas such as English, math, reading, and science, and serves as a strong indicator of college preparedness.

This practice exam provides students with:

Individual score reports
Clear insight into strengths and areas for growth
Targeted information to guide preparation before taking the official ACT
Authentic testing experience under real ACT conditions
After the exam, we invite students who normally receive accommodations to work with their case manager if they feel they will need them for their next ACT Exam.

*Testing Accommodations

If your student would like to use any accommodations for the state ACT, we will need a consent form filled out and signed by the student’s guardian. The forms are available in Ms. Moore's office in the student center, or you can find the form on act.org, or find the link here. Please have the forms filled out and returned by January 23rd.

The state ACT is for Juniors only, March 24th.

The ACT will be proctored March 24th for Juniors only. Further information to be given at a later date.

If you are unable to get your scores from College Board, Ms. Moore has a paper copy in the Student Center.

Parking permits for the 2nd Semester will be available on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, to ELIGIBLE JUNIORS and SENIORS ONLY.

No parking permits will be sold to students with "U"s, unpaid parking fines, or who received 5 or more citations during the 1st semester.
You can pay the $5 permit fee on your myDSD account under “Optional Fees.”
Please go to the front office to get your new permit by Friday, January 9, 2026.
On Monday, January 12, you will need to start displaying your 2nd Semester permit to avoid a citation.
If you do not already have a permit, please bring your vehicle information to the office (vehicle year, make, model, color, and license plate number).
All other parking information can be found on the SHS Parking webpage.

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Graduation Yard Sign

Daddy-Daughter Valentine Ball

Boys Volleyball Sponsorships

Boys Volleyball Youth Clinic

Titan Time

On most Wednesdays, the Counseling Center will hold Titan Time from 2:30-4:30. This is held in the library. Students can do the following at Titan Time:

Access a computer
Make up a “U” (bring prepaid “U” makeup receipt)
Restore lost credit with Edgenuity or other homework
Take an online test
Earn elective credit (0.25 credits will be awarded for attending 18 complete Titan Time sessions.)

Math Tutoring

Free Math Tutoring. During Titan Time, Wednesdays 2:30-4:30. Room 2111. Come get some tutoring for your math classes! Starting August 27th in Ms. Christensen's classroom.

Jan 9 - SRO Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
Jan 9 - Girls Basketball VS Layton (3:30 Sophs, 7 JV)
Jan 9 - Boys Basketball VS Layton (3:30 Sophs, 5:15 JV)
Jan 10 - Christy's Clash (Youth Wrestling Tournament)
Jan 10 - Dance Line @ Alta

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Jan 12 - A and B Day
Jan 13 - Practice ACT Test for Sophomores and Juniors (no classes for Seniors)
Jan 14 - Girls Wrestling VS Weber 6pm
Jan 14 - Boys Wrestling VS Weber 7pm
Jan 15 - Swimming @ Weber 3:30
Jan 16 - Boys Wrestling @ Tiger Grizz Tournament
Jan 16 - Girls Wrestling @ The Rumble
Jan 16 - Girls Basketball VS Weber (3:30 Sophs, 7 JV)
Jan 16 - Boys Basketball VS Weber (3:30 Sophs, 5:15 JV)
Jan 17 - Dance Line @ Weber
Jan 17 - USA Region II Cheer Competition
Jan 19 - MLK Day - NO SCHOOL