Wildcat Weekly

Next Friday, October 30, marks the end of our first quarter, which seems to have arrived too quickly. I want to thank our students, staff, families, and community for a strong start to the school year. This fall has been filled with learning, growth, and school spirit, and I am proud of all that our students have accomplished so far.

As we near the end of the fall sports season, I extend congratulations to our fall athletes and coaches on a successful season. Their dedication, teamwork, and commitment have represented our school with pride both on and off the field, court, course, and track.

Looking ahead, we are excited to celebrate American Education Week, November 16-20, as an opportunity to recognize the incredible work of our teachers, staff, and families who support student success every day. We invite our community to join us in thanking all those who make a difference in the lives of our students.

STEM of Many Colors: Guest Speakers Wanted!

Carver Center is excited to host STEM of Many Colors on Tuesday, November 17! This special event will connect students with diverse professionals working in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), with a particular focus on highlighting the experiences and career journeys of people of color in STEM fields.

Are you a parent or guardian working in a STEM field, or do you know someone who might be interested in participating? We'd love to hear from you!

If you're interested in sharing your career experiences and inspiring the next generation of STEM professionals, please contact Ms. Jennifer McGough, Career Navigator, at jmcgough2@bcps.org.

If your child was absent or needs a make-up picture for another reason, please mark November 18 on your calendar.

Students who are late to school because weather impacted their arrival are tardy to school. Weather related delays are not excused. Please be aware of the weather forecast and plan to leave earlier on impacted days.

If your child wants a yearbook, they must order by February 19, 2027. We do not order extra yearbooks. The only guaranteed way to ensure your child has one is to order. I stress this because we have disappointed students each year, and I always hope to avoid that.

The link to order: https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01013004

• Pull forward
• Leave no gaps in the line
• Have your child walk to you instead of stopping where they are

• October 29: DIM the Lights Concert, 7:00 p.m.

• October 30: Quarter 1 Ends

• November 4: Election Day, Schools Closed

• November 11: Vocal Recital, Gr. 9-10, 2:45 p.m.

• November 12: Synergy Fall Coffeehouse, 7:00 p.m.

• November 16-20: American Education Week

• November 18: Picture Day Make-Up

• November 18: Junior Ring Ceremony

• November 19-21: Carver Theatre Production 2, 7:00 p.m.

• November 25: Culture Fest (In-school students only)

• November 27-28: Thanksgiving Break

Monday, 10/26

• Fall Pictures starting in the Gym at 3 p.m.

Tuesday, 10/27

• JV Cheer Competition at Dundalk High School at 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday, 10/28

• Girls JV Volleyball at Towson @ 4:00 p.m.
• Girls Varsity Volleyball at Towson @ 5:30 p.m.

Friday, 10/30

• Schools Close 3 Hours Early

https://carvercenterfoundation.org/

Please visit our Foundation's website for more information about this important organization.

We are thankful for the members of our student support team. This list is available in every newsletter to facilitate contact at times you have questions or concerns.

School Counselors - (443) 809-2753

• Alastair Palmer, (apalmer2@bcps.org)--Last names A to Go
• Leslie Aguila (laguila@bcps.org)--Last names Gr to N
• Andrew Goolsby-Cole, Department Chair (agoolsbycole@bcps.org)--Last names R to Z
• Kristen Pettit (kpettit2@bcps.org)--College and Career Counselor

School Social Worker - 443-809-4713

• Wendy Pitts (wpitts@bcps.org)

School Psychologist - 443-809-6722

• Karl Fleischer (kfleischer@bcps.org)

Pupil Personnel Worker - 443-809-1874

• Lance Hawkins (lhawkins3@bcps.org)

School Nurse - 443-809-4577

• Ruth Arenas (rarenas@bcps.org)

Administration - 443-809-2775

• Assistant Principal, Emmanuel Andre (eandre@bcps.org), Grades 10 and 12
• Assistant Principal, Alison Becker (abecker2@bcps.org), Grades 9 and 11
• Principal, Erin O'Toole-Trivas (etrivas@bcps.org)