Awesome First Week!!
Parents, I want to let you know how proud I am of our students and their excitement for returning to school along with their cooperation as we all start to get back into the swing of things. They are doing a awesome job and it is great to finally have our students back in the building!
I know student drop off has been an adjustment. I appreciate everyone continuing to work with us as we continue to streamline the process. Please pay attention to staff directions as we continue to finetune this process.
Chronic Absenteeism
Attention Students and Parents:
SHS preliminary state accreditation report, which usually is final in September or October, has us below the State standard in meeting VDOE benchmarks in school attendance. Last year, over 33% of our students were absent 10% of the year, or more than 18 days. For our VDOE accreditation It doesn’t matter if a student absence is excused or unexcused, all that matters is that they are absent. Over 450 of our students missed 18 or more school days last year.
To improve on that this academic year, we are introducing "Student in Good Standing" criteria. Students will learn about this new initiative during their Grade Level Meetings later this week. The final touches are being put into that presentation, but all details will be shared with the community in the next Knight's Update.
Parking Pass Info
Student parking passes will be on sale for $40. Students must be clear of all debts, including their class dues for 2023-2024. (senior dues $25, junior dues $15)
- Because of bookkeeping rules, there must be a separate Master Receipt for each account collecting money. That means that if you are paying for dues and a parking permit, you must have 2 separate payments, ie: 2 checks, a check for one, and cash for another.
- Students must complete and print the current application form. They should bring the completed form, a copy of the registration, and a copy of his/her driver’s license along with all fees at the time of purchase. After August 8th, class dues must be paid to the grade-level sponsor.
- Parking passes will be on sale during all lunch shifts
Counselor Contact Information
- Mr. Moreyra - Student with the last names A-D and all IB students
- Ms. Yahl - Students with the last names G-H and I-P
- Ms. Klipp - students with the last names E-F and Q-Z
Pass Information
Student Athletic Passes and Ten Event Passes for Adults will go on sale next week during lunch shifts. Student passes are $50 and must be accompanied by a picture ID (Student ID is acceptable). Make checks payable to Spotsylvania High School. Senior Citizen passes will be soon to follow. Any questions, contact Coach Acors.
