For Thursday, February 1
Hit the GLIC!
The Grade-Level Information Center has information that is relevant for each class.
An index and archive for this year’s weekly Mustang Minutes
Our Daily Announcements to our students
8th Grade Family Night is coming really soon!
Wednesday, February 21 at 6:30 p.m. is right around the corner. We will start the evening in our gymnasium. You as a family will be making so many important decisions between now and the start of school next year – and this event really starts them all!
Here is a link to our program for the evening; take a look to get a sneak peak into all that we will be talking about. It will be great to see you!
Is it that time already?!
Scheduling season for the ‘24-’25 school year starts soon!
Really?! The second semester barely began. Answer: Yes! Among the most important things we do is get all of our students into the right classes and programs for them, so they can do whatever they choose to do after they leave this wonderful and quirky place. That means we give a great deal of attention to the scheduling process, meeting with each student one by one to make sure we have the right, individualized plan for each of your daughters and sons. And so much of this work starts with the Program of Studies. When you have a minute, hit that Program of Studies link, so you and your family are ready for the decisions ahead. Thanks!
Join the football boosters!
Attention, PC GIRLS TENNIS players and parents!
Any players interested in trying out for the girls tennis team this spring please email Coach Peter Militzer at pmilitzer@portageps.org ASAP! Team practices begin the week of March 11th and team uniform orders are due THIS FRIDAY (2/2)! The online order form can be HERE or by emailing our team mom Nicole Gutshall at ngutshall@portageps.org."
From the Activities Office
Winter Homecoming
Winter Homecoming wrapped up today with a Pep Assembly. Even though there is no school tomorrow, please come out and join us for the Varsity Basketball game at 7 p.m, where the Homecoming Court will be presented.
And the dance is on Saturday, February 3rd from 8-11 p.m. in the Commons. Tickets are $10 at the door. It is a semi-formal, and you won’t want to miss it!
And, you don’t want to miss the Portage Central High School musical, Mean Girls
The show opens on Friday, February 9th at 7:30 p.m. Additional shows are February 10th, 16th and 17th at 7:30 p.m. and 2 matinees on February 11th and 18th at 2 p.m. Tickets are $18 for adults and $16 for students and are currently on sale. Here is the link to buy tickets. Mean Girl Tickets There will be a student show on Wednesday, February 14th (Valentine’s Day) @ 7 p.m. Tickets for this performance are $5 for students and cash only at the door.
The last Link Crew meeting of this school year is on Friday, February 16th
Please encourage your 9th graders to participate. It is a great opportunity to engage with other freshmen in their groups, work with upperclassmen, and have fun!
From the district curriculum office…
Human Growth and Development process and opt-out form
The Portage Board of Education has established a health program for our students as provided by Public Act 335. Part of this program offers instruction related to Human Growth and Development (HGD) as designated by Public Act 226. The curriculum is very specific as to content that is taught. Our teachers only teach the topics listed in the approved curriculum using the materials approved by the HGD Advisory Board.
The State laws governing Health Education require parent notification and the option to review the curriculum. Described below is the means provided by the Portage Public Schools to assist parents and/or legal guardians in exercising their parental options under the legislative guidelines.
Here is a summary for what will be covered during the HGD Unit. Instruction relating to Reproductive Health is typically delivered towards the end of the academic quarter. For further information regarding the schedule of HGD instruction, please contact your child’s classroom teacher.
Parents and/or legal guardians may make arrangements to review the materials/learning objectives and also request to observe the instruction their child will receive. Parents may use the form below if they wish to have their child excused from any portion of the reproductive health curriculum. If you choose to opt your child out of HGD instruction, the exclusion form should be returned to your child’s building principal within one week of receiving this communication.
It is our intent to assist parents/guardians in every way possible in understanding their child’s education program. Please feel free to contact me or your child’s classroom teacher for any further information.
Just a reminder…
Our next Count Day for the district is coming up on Wednesday, Feb. 14.
This day is important because it determines our school's funding. We want every student to be counted! Having all of our students here on that day ensures that PC receives the needed state funding so that we all can do our important work, together. With that in mind, we ask that you please avoid scheduling any non-critical, out-of-school appointments for your student on Wednesday, February 14. In addition, please encourage students who drive to school to arrive on time that day. Thank you for your help with this!
Last call…
Seniors, do you want money for college?
Are you seeking scholarships for next year? Remember that the Portage Education Foundation (PEF) offers several scholarships for PPS students. There are scholarships taking into account your future plans, your high school activities, your ability to overcome, or your financial need! Learn more and apply online HERE.
Looking forward to seeing a really fun musical,
Eric Alburtus
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