- Upcoming Dates and Deadlines
- Announcements and Info
- Parent-specific Messages and Volunteer Opportunities
- Sports Announcements
- Counselor's Corner (SENIORS -- take note of this section!!)
- Scholarship Center (SENIORS -- take note of this section!!)
- PowerSchool Access
- Help Us Stay in Touch with Your Family (info about text, phone, and other messaging)
Upcoming Dates and Deadlines
March 15-19: Music Festival Tour! Buses leave for California at 6:00 a.m. ***NOTE: NO STUDENT WILL BE PERMITTED TO GO WHO HAS NOT PAID THE FULL TOUR FEE. PLEASE CHECK WITH THE FRONT OFFICE (OR FIND AN EMAIL FROM MRS VINCENT IN YOUR STUDENT'S MAESER ACCOUNT) TO MAKE SURE YOUR ACCOUNT IS SQUARE.
Thursday, March 16: ACT Prep Class 3:30-7:30pm
Friday, March 17: Teacher Professional Development Day - NO SCHOOL
Friday, March 17: State Math Contest at BYU
Thursday, March 23: ACT Prep Class 3:30-7:30pm
Saturday, March 25: PROM! This year’s Prom will be held at the beautiful Eleve center in Pleasant Grove on Saturday March 25th from 8-11pm. Gentlemen, please start asking. Tickets will go on sale soon during lunch time and prices will be $40 per couple and $30 stag. If you purchase tickets at the door of the event they will be an additional $5 per ticket. The theme will be “Timeless Gold--Celebrating 10 Years”.
Tuesday, March 28: Region Large Ensemble Festival, during school. Chamber choir and chamber orchestra.
Wednesday, March 29: NHS Induction for all new members at 6:30 p.m. in the gym.
Friday, March 31: FINAL deadline for all EHS work and final testing to be completed. EHS is closing on this date -- any work and testing not done by March 31 will be lost and no credit will be granted.
Thursday, April 13: Dancing with the Teachers (NHS fundraiser) at 6:30 p.m. in the gym for all students, faculty, staff, parents, siblings, community.
Announcements and Info
Best wishes to the Music Department Tour students! They leave on tour on the 15th. This is the first time ever that Maeser has sent groups to a national music competition! Many thanks to all who have put in so much to make this happen, especially Mrs. Vincent and the dedicated students!
Drama Announcements
The Middle School Drama production, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, starts this week! Shows are March 17, 18, 20, 23, 24 and 25 at 7 p.m. and March 24 and 25 at 1:00 p.m. Tickets are $5 and include one concession.
The High School spring musical production, Much Ado About Nothing (yes, it's a musical -- set to 50's music with fun dancing as well) is coming at the end of April.
Regular price is $50 for a full-page ad and $30 for a half-page ad. Design of an ad would cost an extra $50 (companies are encouraged to create their own at 300 dpi). Parents of our awesome performers can also purchase a personalized Tweet-length message (140 characters, fun hashtags encouraged!) to put in the program. Email Mr. Hults at chris.hults@maeserprep.org or Michelle Linford at mglinford@gmail (parent volunteer) for more information. (Also, if helping contact local companies is something you might want to do to help complete volunteer hours, please email Michelle.) Ads should be submitted to Mr. Hults and paid for by March 30.
The High School spring musical production, Much Ado About Nothing (yes, it's a musical -- set to 50's music with fun dancing as well) is coming at the end of April.
Regular price is $50 for a full-page ad and $30 for a half-page ad. Design of an ad would cost an extra $50 (companies are encouraged to create their own at 300 dpi). Parents of our awesome performers can also purchase a personalized Tweet-length message (140 characters, fun hashtags encouraged!) to put in the program. Email Mr. Hults at chris.hults@maeserprep.org or Michelle Linford at mglinford@gmail (parent volunteer) for more information. (Also, if helping contact local companies is something you might want to do to help complete volunteer hours, please email Michelle.) Ads should be submitted to Mr. Hults and paid for by March 30.
State Math Contest: Friday, March 17
Student interested in competing at the State Math Contest at BYU should talk to Mrs. Plott as soon as possible to register for a spot. The State Math Contest will be held on Friday, March 17th. There are openings for students from all grades (7-12). Lunch will be provided that day.
Dancing with the Teachers: Thursday, April 13
Our NHS fundraiser, Dancing with the Teachers, will be on Thursday, April 13th at 6:30 p.m. in the gym. All students are encouraged to talk with a teacher and join a dance team. Parents, siblings, and community are invited to attend. The cost is $3.00 for everyone, including dancers. All proceeds will go to the charity chosen that night.
Utah Boys State
Any 11th grade boys who are interested in attending Boys State please contact Mr. Norris. Boys State will be held at Weber State University June 12-16. The cost is $375.
Music Department Announcements
Spring Festival Tour, March 15-19
Choir rehearsals:
Thursday, March 9 3:15-5:00
Those not enrolled in choir class are encouraged to come to 4th period as able this month.
Orchestra rehearsal:
Friday, March 10 12:15-2:00
If student is not enrolled in orchestra class, he/she must come to 2nd period rehearsals as able this month.
BOTH TOUR GROUPS: Program Run-through
Saturday, March 11 -- 10:00 a.m.
Utah Opera’s remaining performances:
March 9 Donizetti’s Lucia de Lammermoor
May 11 Don Giovanni by Mozart.
*** If you cannot use your ticket, please tell Mrs. Vincent so someone else can.***
Utah Symphony concerts:
March 24
April 28
Opera May 11
Parent-specific Announcements
The High School drama department is looking for sponsors to help fund the printing of the full-color program. Parents, if the company you work for would be interested in helping support the production, it can receive a 10% discount on program ad prices. Regular price is $50 for a full-page ad and $30 for a half-page ad. Design of an ad would cost an extra $50 (companies are encouraged to create their own at 300 dpi). Parents of our awesome performers can also purchase a personalized Tweet-length message (140 characters, fun hashtags encouraged!) to put in the program. Email Mr. Hults at chris.hults@maeserprep.org or Michelle Linford at mglinford@gmail (parent volunteer) for more information. (Also, if helping contact local companies is something you might want to do to help complete volunteer hours, please email Michelle.) Ads should be submitted and paid for by March 30.
The last day to order a yearbook at the regular price of $55 is Thursday, March 16th. Yearbook prices go up to $65 on Friday, March 17th. Order now to save $10 on your student’s yearbook!
Parent-specific Announcements
The High School drama department is looking for sponsors to help fund the printing of the full-color program. Parents, if the company you work for would be interested in helping support the production, it can receive a 10% discount on program ad prices. Regular price is $50 for a full-page ad and $30 for a half-page ad. Design of an ad would cost an extra $50 (companies are encouraged to create their own at 300 dpi). Parents of our awesome performers can also purchase a personalized Tweet-length message (140 characters, fun hashtags encouraged!) to put in the program. Email Mr. Hults at chris.hults@maeserprep.org or Michelle Linford at mglinford@gmail (parent volunteer) for more information. (Also, if helping contact local companies is something you might want to do to help complete volunteer hours, please email Michelle.) Ads should be submitted and paid for by March 30.
LAST CHANCE to Buy Your Yearbook Before Prices Go Up!
The last day to order a yearbook at the regular price of $55 is Thursday, March 16th. Yearbook prices go up to $65 on Friday, March 17th. Order now to save $10 on your student’s yearbook!
Lands’ End Pi Day Sale: Tuesday, March 14
Lands’ End is having a one-day sale on Tuesday, March 14th. Shop online and use Promo Code AWESOME and PIN 3141 and take 31.4% off your order to celebrate Pi Day! http://www.landsend.com/school
Maeser Host Families Needed for Foreign Exchange Students: THIS YEAR
We still need Maeser host families for two male foreign exchange students currently attending Maeser this year. If you are able to host a student -- or know someone who might be interested -- please contact our NACEL rep, Wendy Waldes, at (801) 709-3583 or wendywaldes@gmail.com.
Host Families Needed for Foreign Exchange NEXT YEAR
NACEL
NACEL is currently accepting applications for volunteer families who are interested in hosting an exchange student in their home for the upcoming school year. Foreign exchange students make a great contribution to our school, our community, and to your family. Students are carefully selected and screened, and they come with their own health insurance and spending money — all that is required from you is a bed, board and welcome. If your family is interested in hosting an exchange student next year, please call Wendy Waldes for more information: wendywaldes@gmail.com or 801-709-3583.
Foreign Links Around the Globe (FLAG)
Is this your year to host a foreign exchange student? Show your love and acceptance for the people of the world by inviting a young person from another country into your home for the 2017-18 school year. Go to www.flag-intl.org or email Tiina Watts at twatts@flag-intl.org for more information. Foreign Links Around the Globe (FLAG) is a non-profit exchange program certified through the department of state.
Yearbook Prices Go Up on March 17 - Place Your Order Now! (Jen, end 3/11)The last day to order a yearbook at the regular price of $55 is Thursday, March 16th. Yearbook prices go up to $65 on Friday, March 17th. Order now to save $10 on your student’s yearbook!
Math Tutoring for Middle School Students
After school math tutoring will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 - 4:15 in Mr. Bundy’s classroom (Room 223).
After school math tutoring will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 - 4:15 in Mr. Bundy’s classroom (Room 223).
Volunteer Opportunities
Sign-Up Genius Volunteer Opportunities
The Counseling Department needs parent volunteers to help with our College Carnival! If you can help, please click here to sign up: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050d49a4ac2da13-volunteers12.
In addition to what follows, please always check for updated volunteer opportunities and school needs on Sign-up Genius: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/signUps/findSignUp/01C3CDD7FFCBFC/09C2BADC8FB98B627B7964755BB5
Background Check Renewal
Background Check Renewal
Are you planning to help in the classroom, chaperone, or drive students this year during Winterim or MSI this year? Background checks are required for all parents who will be working with or driving students and must be renewed annually. Please fill out the Background Check form and bring it to the school with current fingerprints (can be done at your local police department): https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-hXuLKjcNtAcEFCNnplV2RhRzQ/view?usp=sharing. Thanks!
Sports Announcements
Counselor's Corner
Counselors:
Krystal Anderson (krystal.anderson@maeserprep.org): A-J
Sandra Sorenson (sandra.sorenson@maeserprep.org): K-Z
College Carnival: Thursday, March 16
The 3rd Annual Maeser College Carnival is coming up March 16 6:30-8:30. The carnival is for the entire family. Be sure to come and have fun, play games and win prizes. 1 volunteer hour for each member of the family that attends.
Electronic High School CLOSING - All Final Testing Must Be Done by March 31!
Electronic High School will be closing effective March 31. The deadline to request new courses has now passed. ALL FINAL TESTING FOR EHS MUST BE DONE BY MARCH 31. Any work and testing not done by March 1 will be lost and no credit will be granted.
Step Up Utah for College Planning
Parents, are you and your student using the resources provided at www.stepuputah.com to help you plan for college? Learn how to prepare for post high school, apply for college, discover scholarships and more.
Service opportunities
Service Club: Rotary Interact Youth Club: contact Jeremy Lewis, who is the Vice-President Elect of the Timpanogos Interact Club. Jeremy is a student at Maeser. His email is jeylew27@icloud.com. https://www.rotary.org/myrotary/en/exchange-ideas. The Interact Club is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Pleasant Grove
Family Support & Treatment Center: Volunteer to tend children 12 years old and younger in the Crisis Respite Nursery. 1255 N. 1200 W Orem 801-229-1181 www.utahvalleyfamilysupport.org Vounteers are provided training and will be reimbursed for the required background check after 10 hours of service.
Scholarship Center
Scholarship Search Tool
Learn how to find 100+ scholarships in five minutes. https://www.scholar-box.com/schools/8988/scholarships Sign up today.
This tool is key -- constantly updated, including with information about scholarships from our Maeser parent community.
Utah State University provides a comprehensive list of scholarships for high school seniors. These are not just for USU students.
Here is a link to USU scholarships for high school seniors:
A. Michael Perry Scholarship: Up to $750.00, renewable. First time college freshmen with an ACT score between 21-23 and a high school GPA of 3.5 or higher. Up to $500.00 for first time college freshmen with ACT of 21 or higher and a high school GPA between 2.7-3.0
PowerSchool Access
Scheduled PowerSchool Maintenance
PowerSchool is scheduled to be down for an important upgrade THIS WEEKEND. During this time, we anticipate that PowerSchool will be unavailable for up to 24 hours. We appreciate your patience as we complete this upgrade.
PowerSchool is scheduled to be down for an important upgrade THIS WEEKEND. During this time, we anticipate that PowerSchool will be unavailable for up to 24 hours. We appreciate your patience as we complete this upgrade.
Can’t remember your username or password?
If you know your username or the email address associated with your PowerSchool account, you can recover your username and/or reset your password using the “Forgot Username or Password?” link on the PowerSchool login page. If you can’t remember your username or the email associated with your account, please contact us at info@maeserprep.org to request a password reset or username reminder.
There’s an app for that!
Did you know you can access PowerSchool on your phone? The FREE PowerSchool mobile app gives you access to real-time information on grades, attendance, assignments, scores, and comments; you can also register to receive immediate alerts specific to your child! The mobile app is available for both Apple and Android devices. Maeser’s district code is PHPQ.
Download on the Apple App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id973741088
Get it on Google Play: http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.powerschool.portal
Are you getting our emails, phone calls, and text messages?
If your address, phone number, or email address has changed, or you wish to change the email address or phone number for school communications, please let us know by calling the front office or emailing info@maeserprep.org.
Maeser utilizes a system called SchoolMessenger that works with PowerSchool to deliver email, phone messages, and text messages with important information about events, school closings, safety alerts, our Maeser Updates weekly e-newsletter, and more. SchoolMessenger also automatically sends out emails and phone calls each night if your student has an unexcused absence in one or more classes during the day, and is the mechanism by which we would notify families in case of an emergency closure or school lockdown. Occasionally these emails are sent to Spam or Junk Mail folders, so if you are not receiving communications from the school, please check these folders to see if the emails are being misdirected.
To take advantage of our text messaging service, you must Opt In for text messages!
You can Opt In to participate in our text messaging service by replying “Y” to that text message, or you can Opt In now by sending a text message of “Y” or “Yes” to our school’s short code number, 67587. Your cell number must be listed in PowerSchool in order for your sign-up to be connected to our school.
