District news and information for all k-12 teachers, administrators, and parents from the Elementary Library Media Specialists.

 

 

 

Access the excellent photographs from the Wall Street Journal at this site. Index options include date, category, top rated, and region.  Categories include religion, accidents, politics, nature, violence, sports, and more.  Each photo includes a concise caption and a link to the story where the picture was originally used.

Visit Photos of the Year at:

 (http://graphics.wsj.com/Photos-of-the-Year/2012/)

 

Looking for a site to help early readers that is a wonderful resource for educators and parents as well?

Explore this free and fun way to help learners with phonics and vocabulary.  Simply register with a working email address and begin looking at the range of video and slide presentations.  Each registration can have up to twenty free sub accounts, which are created without emails.  The work begins with learning the letters and their sounds.  A number of video versions of the alphabet song are available, as well as print materials.  Then the learner moves into the short vowel sounds.  Each sound has a slow and a quick version of the complete presentation.  Individual options for flash cards of the sounds and for reviewing the sentences are found in the complete presentation.  Learner progress is tracked for the fifty presentations and available for viewing online.

See Reading Bear at:   (http://www.readingbear.org/)

 

 

Federal Furnace Celebrates Read Across America Day!

Students at Federal Furnace honored Dr. Seuss by wearing red and having special reading times. Some classes had guest readers, many made their own hats and a few engaged in a reading marathon.

West Elementary School News

West Elementary students participated in a whole school Peaceful Bus meeting on Wednesday. Each bus group met together with bus leaders and bus drivers to build a positive bus community as well as review bus rules. Older students were paired with younger students to complete a get to know you activity. They also got to know their bus driver a little better with a whole group interview. Finally, students reviewed bus safety rules and discussed the good things going on the bus and items that needed to be changed.

Indian Brook Elementary School News

To honor Dr. Seuss' Birthday the students in Mrs. McGinnis' class made silly hats with Ms. Marsha Hanby.

Guidance Department News

Grade 11 Planning Night

Tuesday, March 12 from 6:30-8:30 PM in the Plymouth SOUTH High School cafetorium

The Guidance Department at Plymouth North and  South High Schools welcomes all parents and guardians of juniors to attend our Grade 11 Planning Night (students are also invited).   The topics for the evening will be:

The High School Transcript

Graduation Requirements

Career & College Planning

College Requirements

Financial Planning for College

 
This panel presentation will include college admissions counselors from Boston College, UMass Dartmouth and Cape Cod Community College, a former college financial aid director and members of the school counseling department from both Plymouth North and South High Schools.


We look forward to your participation in this important information session!

PCIS News

PCIS will be holding it's annual Basketball Bonanza on Friday, March 8, 2013 from 7:00 to 9:00pm. Basketball Bonanza is a joint fundraising event that is organized by the PCIS - PTA and Athletics. The female and male staff at PCIS take on the PCIS Boys and Girls Basketball teams in a fun and energetic game of basketball. The scores from each team are combined and the winning teams receive the coveted Basketball Bonanza Trophy and bragging rights for the year. There will be a halftime show featuring the PCIS Dance Team and a Half Court Shot Challenge. This is a family event that is enjoyed by all. Tickets are on sale for students and their families during lunches next week. Tickets are $5.00. Come and enjoy the fun!

PSMS News

  

 

 

 

STUDENT COUNCIL PENNY WARS

 

The PSMS Penny Wars Competition took place during the months of January and February. A total of $925.00 was raised!   Congratulations to the 5th & 6^th grade students on the 1^st Floor, who were the winners, raising $379.00! The 3^rd Floor students raised $328.00 and the 2^nd Floor students raised $218.00. The 1^st Floor will now proudly display a new banner designating them as the 2013 winners. The PSMS Penny wars raise funds for various charities. This year's adopted charity was the "Be the Match Foundation", in support of bone marrow donation. Thank you to everyone who donated and to the Student Council for another successful event.

 

 

WRITE STUFF STARS

 

Each term, PSMS celebrates student literacy and writing. Teachers submit the names of students who deserve special recognition for a particular piece of writing. This work can be produced in any class and is considered a fine example of written expression. Congratulations to the following students who were recognized this week at the Term 2 Honors Celebration:

 

Grade 8

Rachel Bond 

Molly Nemes 

Emily Mikoud

Jordan Young

 

 

 

Grade 7

Caroline Duseau    

Emily Duffley    

Maeve Maloney    

Kayleigh Sharp    

Samantha Somerville

 

 

 

Grade 6

Jordan Colbert    

Jake DeFrancesco    

Stephanie Fernez    

Rebecca Jarman    

Kevin MacKay        

Emma Meschino    

Brittany Pollock    

Shane Richardson    

Sean Walsh

 

    

 

CELEBRATING THE ARTS

 

Twenty four PSMS art students, representing all four grades, will be displaying their work in the K-12 Town-Wide Art Show at the Plymouth Art Gallery on North Street in celebration of Youth Arts Month. Opening night is Tuesday March, 5th from 6:00 -8:00 p.m. Work will continue to be on display for the week.  

 

5th graders

 

6th graders

 

 

7th graders

 

 

 

 

 

Also, the 13th Annual Festival of the Arts will take place at PSMS on Tuesday night March 12th. The evening will feature visual displays and musical performances in celebration of Youth Arts Month. Please join us from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.

 

 

PLYMOUTH SOUTH'S ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

The G & G/PSHS Female Athlete of the week is Serena Colbert.  Colbert is a senior and has been a superior leader in the Girls' Basketball Program.   She has consistently been a motivator, a hard worker, and a great teammate. Throughout the season the team has looked to Colbert for her defense, and her ability to be an offensive spark.  She has been a big help in bringing everyone together and in helping new players adjust to the varsity team.  Terrific work, Serena!  Congratulations!

The G & G/PSHS Male Athlete of the Week is senior Colin Harty.  As well as being a two-time state place finisher, he placed fifth in Division I Wrestling. Colin ends his impressive career with the second most career wins in the history of Plymouth South High.  Great Job!  Congratulations, Colin!

PHOTO  (L-R)

Kelsey Doyle, Cullen Murphy, Jordan Davey, Veronica Holmes, Julietta Mascitelli, Jacob Jobe,

 *(Nick Paul missing from photo)

In spite of any challenges presented by the weather, Plymouth Schools participated in their annual Science Fair.  Although the formal portion of the fair was cancelled, classroom teachers judged projects during school hours and top projects from the district were recognized in private receptions at both Plymouth South High School and Plymouth North High School.

The PSHS Science Department is pleased to announce the following winners from South:  Cullen Murphy (9) - "Unseen Machines";  Jordan Davey (9) - "Inertia Busters";  Veronica Holmes (9)  - "The Composition of Sound";  Julietta Mascitelli (9) - "How Do Fears Change With Age?";  Jacob Jobe (9) - "The Five Second Rule:  Fact or Fiction?";  Nicholas Paul (9) - "Cyber Predators";  Kelsey Doyle (10) - "Water Temperature and Sterility:  How Do These  Variables Affect Oyster Growth?";

On Saturday, March 9th all top projects will go on to compete in the South Shore Regional Science Fair held at Bridgewater State University.

Three students from Plymouth South High School were selected to speak at the second Plymouth South Middle School Honors Breakfast on Wednesday, February 28, 2013.  The students were Tim West, Connor Disher, and Sydney Quirk.  Tim started the morning off by speaking to 7th grade students, followed by Connor talking to the 8th grade and Sydney finishing off the morning speaking to the 6th grade. These students are asked to speak about what has made them successful in Middle and High School. Sydney speaking to the 6th grade had the added pressure of speaking in front of her little sister, who was at the breakfast. Plymouth South Middle School has been inviting Plymouth South Students for several years and it has been extremely successful.

Aly Messina and Holly Sessler competed in the State Pentathalon on Wednesday, February 27th against girls from across the state.  They faced the best female athletes in the state.  Out of 123 competing, Aly came in 27th and Holly came in 54th.  Congratulations to both girls on an outstanding achievement!

UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER:

                March 5th -  Spring Meet the Coaches Night @ PSHS 7:00 - 9:00

                March 7th - Grade 8 Orientation @ PSHS 7:00 PM

                March 5th  and 7th  - Senior Scholarship Writing Workshop - 2:15 to 3:15 Backstage

PNHS News

PLYMOUTH NORTH FASHION SHOW

The Plymouth North Class of 2014 is presenting the annual Junior Prom Fashion Show on Thursday, March 7^th at 7:00 P.M. in the Plymouth North Auditorium. Tickets are $6.00 at the door.  The show has fashion and flair, a little comedy, music for the young and the older, and of course, dancing. 

Door prizes are given out during intermission.  With Emcees Pat Fey and Emily McDonald, the night will surely be lots of fun and definitely entertaining.

So, come join us for a night to remember!  Thank you for supporting the Class of 2014.

Junior class advisors are Ms. Melanie Dolloff and Ms. Emily Stephens.

Science Fair Projects

Congratulations to the following PNHS students that were recognized for their Science Fair Projects during the recent displays at the school. These students will present their project at the Regional Fair in Bridgewater on Saturday, March 9th:  

 

Sophia Auduong                     Grade 9

            

Mother Nauture v. Father Medicine

Ashley Gilligan                       Grade 9          
Our World's Latest Trash Bin

Karen Marquis                        Grade 9          
Shut the Truck Up!

Jessica Morgan                       Grade 12

          

Antibubbles

Rachel Pereira                         Grade 9          
Effects of Color and Type of Light Bulb on Grass

Diana Riordan                         Grade 9  

         

Does the Greenest School Have the Greenest
Sydney Silva                           Grade 10

         

The Tell Tale Heart: The Effects of Over the                   Counter vs. Homeopathic Drugs on the Heart Rates

                                                                       Daphnia Magna

Emily Whynott                       Grade 9         
Caffeine Goes Green: Creating a Recyclable K-Cup

 

 

 

 

Technical School Applications
Technical School applications are now available in the Guidance Office. Any student wishing to elect a Technical Studies Program at PSHS, or wishing to continue or elect to be enrolled in Allied Health, Facilities Management, Marketing or Engineering must fill out an application. All applications are due by March 8^th and should be given to the student's Guidance Counselor.

 

 

2013-2014 Yearbook

Friday, March 1^st is the deadline to order your Spectacular All Color 2013 PMHS Yearbook. Pick up a flyer with information on how to order. The Yearbook cost is $85.00. Order deadline is March 1, 2013.

 

Spring Sports Sign-Ups

Spring sports sign-ups were held on Thursday, February 28^th, immediately after school. Students interested in becoming a part of a spring team attended. Over 50% of our students enroll in some sport here at PNHS.

 

Spring Meet the Coaches Night

Spring Meet the Coaches Night will be held Monday, March 4^th at 6:30 pm in the PNHS Performing Arts Center. Parents and students are encouraged to attend.

 

 

Senior VS Faculty Basketball Game

A Co-ed basketball game for the ultimate bragging rights!

The game will be held on Thursday, March 14, 2013 @ 6:00pm at the Plymouth North High School Gym. This event will help support Plymouth North Girls Lacrosse!!!

 

PNHS Girls Basketball Team

 

PNHS Girls Basketball played in the MIAA tournament for the first time in twelve years. Congratulations girls on a great season.

Follow this link to get more information:

http://www.wickedlocal.com/plymouth/topstories/x1551255511/Plymouth-North-girls-basketball-reaches-end-of-tourney-road?photo=0#axzz2MIfrSl8t

 

  

 

PNHS Eighth Grade Open House

PNHS Eighth Grade Open House was held on Thursday, February 28^th from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm. Parents and eighth grade students were invited to attend the event. They learned about North's Program of Studies, were Introduced to Department Heads, received a special show from "Northern Lights" Plymouth North High Schools A Cappella group, and they were given a tour of the Freshman Academy and the School.

We would like to thank all advisors and especially our students who attended the eighth grade parent night. The enthusiasm about their club/sport was evident as they spoke and performed to our future parents and students!

 

 

"How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying"

The Plymouth High Schools' joint musical production, "How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying", will be presented on Friday, March 22nd at 8 PM and Saturday, March 23rd at 2 PM in the Plymouth North High School Performing Arts Center.  Tickets are $8 for students/seniors and $10 for Adults, and can be purchased at the door before each performance, or in advance from any cast member, or during designated times at our box offices.  Please call 508-591-0894 for more information on advanced ticket orders.

 

VPA

Congratulations to sophomore Maria D'Ambrosio who is representing Plymouth North High School at the Massachusetts Music Educators Associations All-State Music Festival from February 28- March 2 at the Seaport Hotel and World Trade Center in Boston. Students are playing in a concert at Symphony Hall in Boston on Saturday, March 2, at 1:00 pm. Maria is a sophomore who plays the french horn. Students are selected based on a two audition process. Congratulations, Maria!   

 

The Plymouth High Schools Winterguard and the Plymouth North and South High Schools Winter Percussion performed at the Dartmouth High School Nesba Show on Saturday, February 23. Both of the performing groups are made up of students from both North and South High Schools. They perform a show on a mat on the gym floor. The show is based on a theme, and groups are judged based a set of criteria, including musicality, skills, and show concept. Both shows are based on literary themes this year, with the guard show entitled "Star-Crossed Lovers" (Romeo and Juliet) and the percussion show entitled "The Raven," which is original music and uses a reading of excerpts of the Edgar Allen Poe poem.

 

 

Congratulations

Senior Claire O'Donnell who became Plymouth North's First Female Track and Field State Champion.
Claire won the 300 meter dash at the Division 3 State Track and Field Championships on February 9^th.