HOW TO BE A RAM Parkside High School Student Handbook 2023-2024 WICOMICO COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Dear Students: Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year at Parkside High School. We are very excited to meet the Class of 2027, and to welcome back all returning Parkside RAMs. We know that these four years spent with us will be some of your most important. The administrators, teachers, and staff are committed to offering you every opportunity to reach your goals and graduate College and Career Ready. Parkside has many exciting and challenging academic courses, including Advanced Placement, Dual Enrollment, and Career and Technology Education. We offer many support services as well as opportunities outside the regular school day. Tutoring and enrichment opportunities are available in most subjects through our after-school programs. We encourage you to become involved in extracurricular programs such as our many clubs, activities, and competitive athletic teams. As a part of our school community and our RAMFAM, we are confident you will find all the academic challenges you seek while making great memories that will last a lifetime. To make the most of all the opportunities available at Parkside, you will need to follow the #RAMFAM way. Demonstrating these growth mindset characteristics, as well as behaving with maturity and selfdiscipline, will make this one of the most exciting and enriching times of your life. On behalf of the entire RAMFAM, we look forward to working with you to achieve success at Parkside. Sincerely, Brian Briggs Principal - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A Note From Your Student Government Association… Welcome (back) to the RAMFAM! You may be asking yourself, what is RAMFAM? At Parkside, we are a family that puts kindness first and this guides us through our academics, the arts, and athletics. It’s a place where caring teachers, students and administrators work to build each other up and support one another in all things Parkside. Go Rams! Your 2023-2024 SGA Officers President President Elect Sienna Williams CO24 Julia Gore CO25
1 Where Do I Find… Academic Honesty 8 Activities Fees 11 After-School Tutoring 8 Arriving at School In the Mornings 4 Athletics (eligibility, awards, trainer, etc.) 10-11 Attendance Policies & Information 7 Athletic Event Ticket Prices 10 Back to School Information 3 Bell Schedule 4 Cafeteria Information & Prices 5 Cell Phone/Electronic Device Information 6 Clubs & Activities 12 Dances, Dance Guests & Dance Agreement 13 Delay Information & Schedule 4 Driving & Parking 14 Free & Reduced Meal Information 5 Front Office 15 Graduation Requirements 8 Guidance Department 8 Hall Passes & Hallway Expectations 6 Health Services (School Nurse) 15 Honor Societies 16 Lockers 6 Lost & Found 6 Lunch Account Information 5 Makeup Work 7 Midterm Progress Reports 8 Parking Permits 14 Promotion To the Next Grade 9 #rambassadors 17 Report Cards 8 School Closing Information 4 Seal of Biliteracy 9 Service Learning 9 Social Media 11 Student Government 17 Visitors 15
2 STUDENT CONDUCT Students are to conduct themselves in a responsible manner at all times and obey the rules and policies of the PHS and Wicomico County Public Schools as described here and in the WCPS Student Code of Conduct. Specific values have been identified through community consensus to be included in our instruction. Students are encouraged to grow in their academic, social and personal lives through the following values: COMPASSION – understanding of and sensitivity to others FREEDOM OF THOUGHT AND ACTION – accepting different views RESPECT FOR THE RIGHTS OF OTHERS – refraining from ridiculing, threatening, accusing and spreading rumors about others, including respecting other’s property CITIZENSHIP – accepting the responsibilities inherent in a democratic society COURTESY – respectful attitude and willingness to accept a share of the work HONESTY – being trustworthy and avoiding cheating in any form RESPONSIBILITY – exercising the ability to study options and to make moral and rational decisions even if different from those of my peers SELF-RESPECT – striving to develop my potential TOLERANCE – respecting others’ rights to choose ways to dress, hairstyle and family mode of living PARKSIDE ALMA MATER By Kim Mann (PHS Alumna) Parkside High we sing, sing of our loyalty; With honor, glory, love and dignity. With our proud green and white, Onward we will fight. We will strive on ‘til all our goals are won. Parkside High, home of the hard fighting Rams, We adore thee. Parkside High, and when we leave your bright walls, We’ll remember thee. And when our days depart, You’ll always be in our hearts. Our love for you lasts an eternity. We are RAMFAM. We are RESPECTFUL to others and ATTEND classes every period, every day. We MANAGE our time, and FOCUS on ACHIEVEMENTS for a MEANINGFUL experience at PHS. RESPECTFUL ATTENDANCE MANAGEMENT FOCUSED ACHIEVEMENT MEANINGFUL
3 Back to School Night ~ An Open House to welcome the RAMFAM & their families Classroom visitations for ALL students. You MUST bring a completed Student Personal Data & Enrollment form & Health Questionnaire to pick up your schedule! First Time 9th Graders Report Buses will transport students for a normal school day. 7:45am to 2:45pm. Please bring a backpack to transport your laptop home. Wear comfortable clothes & shoes. Pack lunch or you may get school lunch for free. A Class of 2027 Freshmen Class Picture will be taken this day. Prices vary from $12 to $30. Ordering information will be available that day. Checks should be made payable to Lifetouch. It’s Officially the 1st Day of School! Welcome back RAMFAM! Regular School Day 7:45am to 2:45pm Report Directly to 1st Period *There are NO schedule changes made today.* Back to School Night Tuesday, August 29th 5:00PM – 7:00 PM 9th Grade Transition Day Tuesday 9/5 7:45 AM-2:45 PM 1st Day of School for everyone Wednesday 9/6
4 Regular Bell Schedule 7:45-9:05 am Period 1 9:10-10:30 am Period 2 10:35-11:20am FLEX 3 11:25-1:20 pm Period 4 11:25 -11:50 am 1st lunch 11:55 -12:20 pm 2nd lunch 12:25 –12:50 pm 3rd lunch 12:55 – 1:20 pm 4th lunch 1:25- 2:45 pm Period 5 School Delays and School Closings Do not call the school in case of delays or closings. School delays and closings for the Wicomico County Public School system can be found by: ~ accessing the district website – www.wcboe.org ~ receiving the phone call and/or email generated through the school district School Messenger program (Note: this program uses the primary contact information listed on the Student Personal Data & Emergency Record form.) ~ watching and listening to local television and radio stations. When there is a delay, the school schedule will be modified. We will rotate between the 2 delay schedules. *ESOL at Schumaker continues with either delay rotation. A Day in the Herd Students may not leave school property, nor return to their cars, once they have arrived at school until the end of their school day. Students are dismissed at 2:45pm. Unless participating in a scheduled after-school activity, ALL students should be out of the building by 3:00pm. Students are not permitted to roam the halls after school. Students staying for an afterschool activity, must be with the advisor/teacher/coach. Arrival to School Students eating breakfast at school may enter the cafeteria at 7:20am. *Only enter the cafeteria if you are going to sit and eat breakfast. Students enter at 7:37am (Unless going to the cafeteria for breakfast) During inclement weather we will open the gymnasium for students not entering the cafeteria for breakfast (below freezing, hard rain, etc.). Students who drive to school must leave their cars and the parking lot as soon as they arrive.
5 Cafeteria Students may bring lunch or receive free lunch from the cafeteria. Snacks, ice cream and other items are available for purchase. Lunch Account Your schedule contains your student I.D. number that will also be your lunch number. Our cafeteria uses the touch pad system, which requires students to enter their I.D. number for all purchases. Memorize your student I.D. number. Money can be added to a student’s account by check (made payable to Parkside High School) in the cafeteria or via https://www.mypaymentsplus.com/welcome Free & Reduced Lunch Application For the 2023-24 school year breakfast and lunch will be offered to all students in WCPS at no charge as part of the Community Eligibility Provision program. Applying for free or reduced priced meals is not necessary to receive meals at no cost. Cafeteria Etiquette Parkside has four lunch shifts and students are expected to be in the cafeteria during their lunch shift. Our RAMFAM expectations for lunch shifts and in the cafeteria include: Beverages must be in their original, unopened packing. Food deliveries are not permitted. Students may not leave campus to go to lunch. Use either serving area in the cafeteria. Line cutting is not permitted. Once seated, students are to remain seated not to go from table to table. Before leaving, make sure that your table and the area around it is clean. Throw away ALL trash. No food or drink is allowed out of the cafeteria. Students may not leave the cafeteria without permission from a staff member. Report directly to the cafeteria for lunch and return directly to class at the end of your lunch shift. A Day in the Herd
6 Cell Phones/Electronic Devices All The Time Cell phone/personal electronic devices: ~ must be in silent mode all the time ~ must be turned off in privacy areas of the building (locker rooms, restrooms, nurse’s office) ~ may not be used for audio recording per Maryland Law without the permission of the individual being recorded prior to recording them ~ should not be used in inappropriate situations such as video recording confrontations or fights In The Classroom Cell phones/personal electronic devices should be in silent mode and MAY NOT BE OUT OR USED IN THE CLASSROOM. They should only be visible and in use if the teacher has given permission to do so for instructional purposes only. This is at the discretion of the classroom teacher. In The Building Cell phones/personal electronic devices use in non-classroom areas of the school is permitted at the discretion of the administration provided that it does not disrupt the school environment. Hall Passes & Hallways Hall Passes Students are expected to have permission and a pass from their teacher any time they leave the classroom. You may ONLY go to the location listed on your hall pass (color coded by destination). You are here to become College and Career Ready, therefore you should be in class at all times. Hallways “Hanging out” in the hallways is never permitted. Change of class time should be used to get to your next class. Always walk to the right and do not loiter. Go directly to class. Rest Room Students are not permitted to use the restroom during class change without a pass from teacher. Lockers • Every student who wants a locker will be assigned one with a lock during their time at PHS. While your locker and lock are free, there is a $5 lock replacement fee. • Lockers must be locked at all times. • You may ONLY visit your locker before school, during class change and after school. • You are responsible for the contents of your locker at all times. Do not share lockers with another student. • In accordance with Maryland Law, school administrators have the right to search student lockers. Lost & Found The Lost and Found area is located in the Front Office. The school is not responsible for lost items. A Day in the Herd
7 Attendance Procedures Arrive after the 7:45am bell? Sign In Main lobby until 8:00am then in the front office Need to leave school before the end of the day? Sign Out Students who wish to be excused from school early must bring a signed note from their parent/guardian (include the reason for the request & the desired time for dismissal) to the office first thing in the morning. School Messenger phone calls will be made/emails sent each day that a student is absent or tardy. (Note: this program uses the information listed on the Student Personal Data & Emergency Record form.) A student absent from school is NOT permitted to participate in any school-related activity that may be taking place that day or evening. Events students would be unable to participate in include athletics, band, choir, drama, clubs, SGA events, class projects, dances, etc. This does not include absences for excused school functions (i.e. field trips, band/choral performances, AP testing, etc.). A student should never, under any circumstances, leave school during school hours without first obtaining permission from the office or the school nurse. Students leaving school property without proper permission are subject to disciplinary action. Absent Notes A note is required for an excused absence. Such a note would include doctor’s note, court summons or copy of an obituary from a death in the family. Notes should be submitted within five (5) days after returning to school from the absences. Notes from parents may also be submitted for consideration to excuse an absence from school. Only 5 parent notes will be accepted per school year. Late Arrival / Early Release Privilege For those juniors and seniors with a 1st or 4th period study hall, who have met all graduation requirements, a late arrival/early release option is available. Information on this is available from Guidance. Request for Makeup Work Homework assignments may be requested when a student has an extended absence (more than 2 days) by calling the Guidance Office & giving 24 hours’ notice of the request. EVERYDAY Counts! Missing school has an impact on achievement in school! From the Wicomico County Code of Conduct – “A student is ‘truant’ if she or he is unlawfully absent from school for more than 8 days in any quarter, 15 days in any semester, or 20 days in a school year (approximately 10%).” Truant students are subject to disciplinary measures as per the policies of the Wicomico County Public School system. Unless students have a legitimate reason for their absence, students are expected to be in school every day. A student missing 5 or more unexcused absence in a marking term will need to successfully complete an Attendance Intervention Plan, or they will fail all courses for that term.
8 Academics Academic Dishonesty – AKA “cheating” Teachers need to be able to assess students in order to ensure that they will graduate College and Career Ready. When a student turns in work that is not their own, the process of monitoring students’ preparedness is undermined. At Parkside, cheating includes but is not limited to: copying or paraphrasing all or part of someone else’s work allowing others to copy or paraphrase your work working together without teacher approval using unauthorized electronic devices during an assessment copying from the Internet or other source without crediting the source attempting to communicate or receive information during an assessment looking at someone else’s test, quiz or exam while testing asking or paying someone to complete work for you giving or selling work for someone to submit as their own work cheat sheets on paper, your person, etc. misrepresenting/falsifying data obtaining/looking at a test before it’s given Per WCPS policy, Parkside High School will intervene when students are not submitting their own work. Please help us ensure you and your classmates are College and Career Ready by always practicing academic honesty. After-School Tutoring Tutoring and enrichment opportunities are available in most subjects. More information about these programs can be found on WRAM news, Parkside social media posts and the PHS Guidance Department once the school year starts. Graduation Requirements The state of Maryland authorizes one diploma for all high school graduates, based upon successful fulfillment of four categories of requirements: enrollment, course credit, student service learning (SSL), and Maryland assessments. Students must satisfactorily complete four years beyond Grade 8 to meet the enrollment requirement. All other requirements are summarized on page 1 of the WCPS High School Course Catalog 2023-2024. Please meet with your school counselor for further information. Guidance Department Guidance services include, but are not limited to, assistance with academics, behavioral counseling, career planning, college applications, peer interactions, scholarships, transcript requests and work permits. Mrs. Maynard ~ Guidance Secretary 410-677-5107 Mrs. R. Riggin ~ Guidance Administrative Assistant Mrs. Hughes ~ CTE Guidance Mrs. Podlaszewski ~ Counselor for 9th Grade Students Mrs. Collins Counselor Last Names A-F 10th – 12th graders Mrs. E. Riggin Counselor Last Names G-O 10th – 12th graders Mrs. Griffin Counselor Last Names P-Z 10th – 12th graders Mrs. Sprankle ~ Student Advisor Mrs. Kearns ~ School Social Worker Mid-Term Progress Reports & Report Cards • Progress Reports/Report Cards will be published in the X2 Family Portal on the designated days. Success In the Herd
9 Academics (cont’d) Promotion to the Next Grade In order to be pass to the next grade level a student must have earned the following minimum credits: 9th to 10th – 4 credits 10th to 11th – 9 credits 11th to 12th – 14 credits Seal of Biliteracy Students can now earn the Maryland Seal of Biliteracy on their diploma by demonstrating proficiency in two (or more) languages. For more information contact your World Language teacher. Service Learning Students are required to have at least 75 hours of Service Learning to graduate. According to the WCPS High School Course Catalog 2023-2024 “the following will count for service learning credit: service completed without compensation for the student and which addresses a community need (outside the student’s family) in the student’s school, community, or a non-profit community agency constitutes the action of student service. The components of preparation, action, and reflection are state required components of student service.” Ninth graders have the opportunity to accumulate service-learning hours in their English, U.S. History, Mathematics and Science classes. Information on this will come from the course teacher. Service-learning activities conducted outside of the classroom should be submitted for approval by contacting your guidance counselor. More information will follow regarding new procedures for documenting service learning hours. Please contact your guidance counselor with any Service Learning questions. Success In the Herd SERVICE LEARNING AWARDS o Laudable Service Award 200 hours (certificate) o Exemplary Service Award 300 hours (certificate) o Meritorious Service Award 500 hours (certificate & graduation cord)
10 Athletics RAMFAM Athletics RAMFAM Unified Athletics Unified athletic teams are composed of student athletes and Special Olympics student athletes practicing and playing together. Fall Winter Spring Unified Tennis Unified Strength & Conditioning Unified Bocce Ball Eligibility (These are the minimum basic requirements for participation in athletics.) Students wishing to try out for Parkside athletic teams must have/maintain at least a 2.0 GPA. Have an athletic physical dated after June 1, 2023. Completed the online registration: https://app.formreleaf.com/organizations/parkside-high-school No out-of-school suspensions that would exclude you from extracurricular participation. Athletic Awards At the end of each season there will be an athletic awards assembly during the school day to recognize that season’s athletes and their accomplishments. An end of the year, athletic awards banquet will be held in late May to award MVP and Unsung Hero honors. Attending Sporting Events All spectators attending athletic events are expected to be respectful of all officials, players, coaches and all those involved with the athletic event. Those in violation will be asked to leave. Spectators are asked to stand quietly and remove their hats during the playing of the National Anthem. Students who have received out-of-school suspension from a Wicomico County Public School are not permitted to attend athletic (extracurricular) events for the number of days corresponding to their suspension. OSS 1 to 4 days – may not participate in extracurriculars for 10 days OSS for 5+ days – may not participate in extracurriculars for 45 days Fall starts 8/09/2023 Winter starts 11/15/2023 Spring starts 3/1/2024 Cheerleading Cross Country Field Hockey Football Golf Soccer (boys and girls) Volleyball Basketball (boys and girls) Cheerleading Indoor Track Wrestling Baseball Lacrosse (boys and girls) Outdoor Track Softball Tennis Runnin’ With the Rams Regular Season Ticket Prices Students (with school id) $2 Adults $5 County Stadium Games $5 per person Please note that post-season ticket prices are more expensive. Students are dismissed at 2:45pm. Unless participating in a scheduled after-school activity, ALL students should be out of the building by 3:00pm. Students are not permitted to roam the halls after school. Students staying for an after-school activity, must be with the advisor/teacher/coach.
11 Athletics (cont’d) Activity Fees Students participating in athletics, and/or marching band/color guard will not be required to pay a participation fee for the 2023-2024 school year. Athletic Trainer Mrs. Cindy Riley, MS, LAT, ATC (aka Miss Cindy, Mom Cindy) is the Parkside Athletic Trainer. She provides prevention, evaluation and rehabilitation for the athletic injuries of Parkside’s student athletes. Social Media Sportsmanship (FOR ALL RAMFAM) While school rivalries are an important tradition in athletics, it is the expectation of the RAMFAM that we keep all social media posts regarding athletics positive. Positive posts about our fans and athletes demonstrate RAMFAM pride much more than bashing the competition. *Parkside High has an official school Facebook and Twitter page. Be sure to follow our athletic teams, RAMFAM student section and our classes and various clubs on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. These accounts are maintained by coaches, advisors and Communications Officers. * Parkside High @wcboephs *parksidehighrams * Parkside High @wcboephs Parkside Rams Baseball _phs2022 @ParksideRamsfb Parkside High Color guard & Drumline ramfambasketball ramcheer Parkside Rams Football phs.dramaclub Parkside Rams Soccer parksideramsfb Parkside High School Wrestling Parksidehighschoolsga Wicomico County Robotics Club @Team 3389 parkside.volleyball phs_young_americans parkside.wrestling Runnin’ With the Rams
12 Clubs & Activities Getting the most out of being part of the RAMFAM, means finding your place in our herd. There is something for everyone. Art Club Mrs. Sunick Book Club Mrs. Capute/Mrs. Donaway Environmental Club Mrs. Wolske/Mr. Kelley Future Business Leaders of America TBD FBLA is the high school division of Future Business Leaders of America-Phi Beta Lambda, Inc. and helps high school students prepare for careers in business through academic competitions (FBLA Competitive Events), leadership development, and educational programs. Jazz Band Club Mr. Koppenol Jazz Band will begin auditions after winter break and will meet once a week after school throughout second semester. Dates and times TBD. Math Team (Varsity & JV) Miss. E. Miller If you are competitive and enjoy math, join the math team as they compete against the other county high schools. Leo Club Mr. Strouth The Parkside Leo Club is an international club that operates directly under the Salisbury Lions Club. Parkside Leos work together to serve their community through various projects and fundraisers. A Leo Club provides opportunities for its members to learn the importance of leadership, teamwork, social networking, and community service. Junior Classical League (Latin Club) Mrs. Neal RGSA (Rams Gender Sexuality Alliance) Club Mr. Noonan/Mrs. Menzel SGA Mrs. Daniel/Mrs. Cornish Skills USA Mrs. Cornish For students participating in our Career & Technology Education program, Skills USA helps shape responsible, reliable employees who will one day become leaders in the economic marketplace. Step-Up Mrs. Cornish/Ms. Sears Stock Club Mrs. Bryan Varsity Club Mr. Riley/Mr. Cashman The purpose of this club is to promote sports at Parkside HS and strive to generate a culture of positive excitement about athletic opportunities while a student at Parkside. This will be done through advertising upcoming events (games, matches, tournaments, etc), featuring individual athletes and individual accomplishments, advertising/marketing specific teams each season and promoting through social media. Participants will essentially be ambassadors/representatives for their individual sports teams. Participants will also be exposed to and encouraged to get involved with various programs offered by the Bayside Conference, MPSAA, and NFHS. However, this is not required. Wicomico County Robotics Club Mr. Mallory The Wicomico County Robotics Club exists to increase high school students’ awareness towards Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) and Business by using hands-on and multi-disciplinary collaborative experiences. https://wicomicocountyroboticsclub.weebly.com/ The organizations listed below relate to classes students can take as 10th, 11th or 12th graders. Other opportunities may be available – contact the advisors for more information. The Aries – Yearbook Mrs. Capute/Mrs. Stoltzfus WRAM News Mr. Noonan/Mrs. Menzel This is a listing of clubs and organizations at the time of publication. New clubs and organizations often start during the school year Finding Your Place In the Herd
13 Dances Dance Criteria Wicomico County Public Schools require the following criteria for high school students to be eligible to attend school dances: GPA - at least a 2.0 CONDUCT – no OSS days served during the semester in which the dance occurs in addition to county requirements for extracurricular exclusions Dance Tickets Are Sold During Lunch Shifts Students not at PHS during 3rd period can purchase their ticket from the main office. Dance Tickets Are NEVER Sold At The Door Dance Fever Dance Guests Want to bring a guest to a Parkside dance? They must be over age 13 & under age 21. 1. Get the dance guest paperwork from the PHS front office. 2. Fill in your information & the information about your guest. 3. If your guest attends another high school, they MUST have the paperwork completed by their school. OR 4. If your guest does not attend a high school, they MUST attach a copy of their driver’s license. 5. Return the paperwork to the PHS Front Office to have it signed off on. 6. Please allow at least 24 hours for the Front Office staff to complete it. 7. Bring the completed paperwork with you to purchase your tickets. Students and guests at school functions must observe expected school behavior. Any person appearing to have consumed alcohol and/or drugs prior to entrance to a school event will be refused admission. Person leaving during a school event may not return to that event. At the end of a school event, all persons are to leave promptly. Conduct at all school events should reflect courtesy and respect for others and show off our #RAMFAM pride.
14 Driving & Parking Parking Permits If you are going to park on campus YOU MUST HAVE A PARKING PERMIT! At Parkside, we have more drivers than we have parking spaces. Limited parking means there may not be spaces available to accommodate all requests. Parking permits will be sold in the following order: 1st – to all students who must leave school to fulfill a course requirement 2nd – to Seniors 3rd – to all Seniors and Juniors NO PERMITS WILL BE SOLD TO 9TH OR 10TH GRADERS. Failure to follow our parking regulations may result in the loss of your parking privileges and additional disciplinary actions, if warranted. Parking Permits 1. Parking permits must be properly displayed in the designated position. 2. Park only in designated student parking areas. 3. Upon arrival to school, students are to leave their vehicles immediately and wait in the designated areas. 4. Students are not to return to any vehicles during the school day. 5. All school policies apply to students in vehicles on school property and drivers are responsible for the conduct of their passengers. 6. Vehicles are to be locked at all times. The school is not responsible for lost or stolen items. 7. The speed limit is 15 mph or less on school property. 8. Reckless/dangerous driving is prohibited. 9. Failure to observe these regulations, or careless/reckless driving can result in loss of driving privileges on school property and/or referral to legal authorities. Consequences for Parking Violations 1st offence……………………………………Warning 2nd offence……………………………………Warning 3rd offence…………………………………….Sticker 4th offence…………………………………….Sticker w/parent conference 5th offence……………………………………..Tow Driving the Herd What Do I Need To Buy My Parking Permit? ~ completed registration form https://forms.gle/qkZV4r3HJU54QewE8 ~ copy of your driver’s license ~ copy of the vehicle registration ~ $15 permit fee (cash or check payable to Parkside High School)
15 Front Office Calling the Office The Parkside Main Office number is 410-677-5143 The Parkside CTE Office number is 410-677-5144 Our front office staff receive numerous requests each day that involve calling students from their classrooms. To minimize these interruptions to the school day and classroom instruction, we are asking that parents limit the number of times they call school to leave messages. Dropping Things Off For A Student When dropping something off for a student, please put the student’s name on it and instruct the student to come to the main office for the item. Messages For Students Emergency messages from parents only will be given to the student at 2:40pm. Please don’t call school and ask our staff to remind students of an appointment or a ride home. Picking A Student Up Please do not call the office asking us to have a child ready. In order to pick up a student, you must present your driver’s license and any adult that signs a student out MUST be on the student’s contact list. Visitors ALL visitors MUST report to the Front Office (or CTE Office if visiting in CTE) and register using a valid ID before going further into the building. Visitors must have a visitor’s pass. Please keep in mind that passes will not be issued automatically. Our procedures for visitors are designed to protect the students and staff. Health Services The Parkside Nurse’ Office number is 410-677-5110 Visiting the Nurse Students must have a pass to visit the nurse’s office. If there is a necessity for a student to be sent home, the nurse will inform the parent/guardian and the student will need to be signed out in the Front Office. Please remember that students are NOT permitted to carry any form of medication without having the proper documentation from their physician on file with the school nurse. If it is necessary for a student to take medication during the school day, Parkside will follow the Wicomico County Policy for Administration of Medication guidelines (approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing and reviewed by the Maryland Board of Pharmacy). For more information and any questions contact Mrs. Greenlees, our school nurse. Caring for the Herd
16 Honor Societies At Parkside, we have 11 nationally recognized honor societies in a variety of content areas. International Thespian Society Advisor – Mrs. Pruitt Latin Honor Society Advisor – Mrs. Neal Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society) Advisors – Ms. Whitebread & Mrs. Campbell National Business Honor Society Advisor – TBD National Technical Honor Society Advisor – Ms. Stevenson Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society Advisor – Mr. Dudas Science National Honor Society Advisor – Ms. Lewis Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica Advisors – Mrs. Koontz & Mrs. Cannon Société Honoraire de Français Advisor – Ms. Holland Tri-M Music Honor Society Advisor – Mrs. Daniel Each of our honor societies listed above has eligibility requirements and expectations upon induction that can be obtained from the advisors. Parkside hosts a joint honor society induction in late spring for many of these honor societies. National Honor Society Membership in the Parkside Chapter of the National Honor Society is an honor bestowed upon a student at an induction ceremony. Selection for membership is by a Faculty Council and is based on outstanding scholarship, character, leadership and having completed the 75 hours of service learning required. Once selected, members have the responsibility to continue to demonstrate these qualities. Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors (registered in Wicomico County Public Schools for a minimum of one semester) with a cumulative GPA of 3.4 (unweighted) at the end of the first semester are academically eligible for consideration. Students who meet the academic criterion will be informed and asked to submit evidence of Service, Leadership and Character that is then considered by the Faculty Council. A majority vote to approve the application by the Faculty Council earns a student an invitation to join NHS. An NHS member who transfers from another school and brings a letter from the former principal or chapter advisor shall be accepted automatically as a member of the new school’s chapter. Transfer members must meet the new chapter’s standards within one semester to retain membership. Advisors – Mrs. Orme and Mrs. Wainwright Honoring the Herd At graduation, our honor societies are represented by stoles or cords that seniors wear with their caps and gowns. Seniors should check with their honor society advisor during their senior year to obtain these.
17 Student Government At Parkside, we believe part of being College and Career Ready is learning how to lead. From elected class office to our Rambassador program, there are opportunities to grow as a student leader in all aspects of our school. Elections for the Class of 2027 (9th grade) will occur at the end of Semester 1 The organization below includes elected positions. Student volunteers are welcomed for SGA and Class events – contact the advisors for more information. SGA (Student Government Association) Mrs. Daniel & Mrs. Cornish President – Sienna Williams President Elect – Julia Gore Co-Vice President – Adithi Abhilash Co-Vice President- Abigail Harris Secretary- Briana Ayala Communications Officer – Aidan Ward Communications Officer – London Watson Class of 2024 Mrs. Hartman President – Teniya Williams Vice President – Hafeeza Akhtar Historian – Tashawna Gattis Class Councilman – Ana Maldanado Class of 2025 Mr. Dudas and Mrs. Tolley President – Lauren Sulzbach-Oliveira Vice-President – MeJenna Louis-Jeune Secretary – Eden Hirsh Historian – Zion Oge Class Councilmen - Mahala Kriger & Natalie Simmons Class of 2026 Ms. Lewis & Mrs. James Class of 2027 TBD RAMBASSADORS Mrs. Tolley & Mrs. Donaway #rambassador The PHS Rambassador program is a group of students who represent the many facets of our school. Rambassadors are the faces of the RAMFAM, officially representing us in a variety of activities. Throughout the year, the Rambassadors are called upon to perform various tasks (including but not limited to 9th grade orientation, Transition Day, escorts for guests). Being a Rambassador is a privilege. Applications for Rambassadors open in late Spring for the following school year. Students who are selected for this program should model Ramfam in all facets of the school community (attendance, academics, and conduct). Leading the Charge
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