Dear Towson High School Community,
I am delighted to extend a warm welcome to each of you as we gear up for American Education Week which is a week dedicated to recognizing the essential role education plays in shaping the future of our students and to celebrating the invaluable partnership between our school and our dedicated community.
On Wednesday November 15th, parents/guardians are invited to visit classrooms throughout the school day. During Period 3, staff will host presentations in the Library to provide information and support to visiting parents/guardians. The PTSA will host a hospitality station throughout the day. If you are planning to attend on November 15th, please complete this RSVP form so that we can expedite your check-in. Here is the agenda for the day.
We look forward to welcoming you on November 15th as we celebrate American Education Week together.
With gratitude and appreciation,
Dr. Kim Culbertson
Colophon is Towson High School's award winning literary magazine. Their mission is to promote student creativity through art and writing. No matter the length of students' artistic journies, Colophon is more than glad to accept their submissions.
Use this link to make a submission to this year's Colophon publication.
Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers will host five “Community Conversations” regarding the development of the BCPS Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget. Please join us to provide input on the process and share ideas on areas you believe BCPS should prioritize in the budget and investments the system should make to ensure it provides the greatest public education to every student. Members of Team BCPS are also encouraged to access the BCPS “Budget 101” website for an overview of the BCPS operating budget—where our funding comes from, how it is spent, and how we ensure we are meeting the needs of every BCPS student.
The date and location of the remaining Community Conversation on the operating budget are as follows:
- November 14, Western School of Technology High School Cafeteria, 6-7pm
Spanish interpretation will be provided at each meeting. Interpreting services for other languages are also available upon request at no cost to participants. Please contact 443-809-1250 as early as possible to request.
The Towson High School PTSA is excited to announce the National PTA Art Competition has come to Towson High. All Towson High students can enter. They do not have to be currently enrolled in an art class.
2023-2024 THEME: I Am Hopeful Because...
5 Categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Music Composition, Photography, & Visual Arts.
4 Rounds of competition: Prizes at Towson High level, Balt Co Level, Maryland, and National Level.
Application & rules can be found at: Reflections 2023 Art Competition
There is a QUICK TURNAROUND! All entries & completed applications are due by Nov 27, 2023. Email Kim Beard w questions or if you are interested in being a judge: kimbeardreuse@gmail.com
The Department of Special Education is conducting a brief survey about the staffing of services and supports for BCPS students receiving special education services. This information will be used in developing the Special Education Staffing Plan for next school year. Please take a moment to offer your feedback. The survey closes Friday, December 1.
BCPS is pleased to announce the countywide implementation of BusWhere, a location tracking software that allows subscribers to see bus locations in real time on a mobile phone or computer. Via the BusWhere app, subscribers may opt to receive notification as the bus is approaching a designated bus stop or if there are significant delays.
On or about October 2, 2023, families of bus riders should have received an e-mail invitation directly from BusWhere to create an account. Watch this informational video to learn more about BusWhere!
Research has shown that attendance is a leading predictor of academic achievement and adult success. Students who find attending school important are more likely to attain goals like attending trade school, college, or getting a job. By showing up to school every day, students develop a positive work ethic and prepare for future success by developing healthy and productive habits.
Our attendance goals this year are for students to maintain at least a 94% attendance rate and to reduce chronic absenteeism. A student that misses 10% or more of school days in chronically absent. By missing just 2 days a month, a student will be chronically absent. Use the "Attendance Tracker" and "Parent Tips" below to support your student in maintaining satisfactory attendance. Additionally, we will send parents/guardians a "Weekly Attendance Report" each Friday afternoon so you can track your student's daily and period attendance.
