March 7, 2024

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STRATEGIC PLANNING

Community Engagement Event


As a community, the greatest impact that we can have on our collective success is to ensure that every one of our young people graduates with the necessary knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the future. It will take all of us - students, families, educators, staff, and community members to make that happen.


This is why we invite you, our TPSS families & community members, to attend one of our Community Engagement Events to listen, learn, and engage in productive conversations as we work together to create our strategic plan to place into action for the upcoming school years.


Let's work together to make sure all our voices are heard and all our hopes and dreams for our children and community are realized.


Upcoming Dates & Locations of Community Engagement Events:

March 13 @ LHS - cafeteria

March 14 @ PHS - library



The doors open at 5:30pm. The meeting is from 6-7:30pm.


All of our events will cover the same topic. We are offering a variety of dates and locations, to reduce travel time for our families.


Read our current TPSS Strategic Plan to gain insight into the purpose and priorities of having a plan. If you have any feedback or input, that is the purpose of this meeting. Help us to create our next strategic plan for our school district by engaging in the building process. We hope to see you there!


2021-2025 Strategic Plan

A MESSAGE FROM TPSS


Please read our statement from TPSS Suerpintendent Melissa M. Stilley regarding familiy involvement in preventing fights on our school campuses.


Read Message

ARTS IN EDUCATION MONTH

Support Music Education


Our Krewe of Champions Parade was a beautiful example of what music programs in our schools can provide for our students. The marching bands did a such a fantastic job! Congrats to all students and the educators who work so hard to nurture the gift of music within them.

Young Artists Exhibition


If you haven't yet had the opportunity, make plans to visit Hammond Regional Arts Center's "Young Artists Exhibition" which will be on display through March 28th during regular business hours. The exhibit features the artwork of our very own Tangischools students. #ArtInEduMonth


Gallery Hours:

Wednesday - Friday: noon to 6 p.m.

Closed: Saturday - Tuesday


Gallery Address:

217 E Thomas Street

Hammond, LA 70401


Phone:

985.542.7113


2024 Annual Eco Art Extravaganza



Fashion Show, Music, Performing Arts, Eco Friendly Art Exhibits, Food, Craft Booths, Silent Auctions, Contests, Raffles & more!


April 27th, 5pm - 8pm


Hammond Eastside Magnet Upper - gymnasium

Yokum Rd, Hammond


Gallery Hour begins at 5pm

Fashion Show begins at 6pm


Purchase Your Tickets


Theatre in Our Schools

In addition to building social and communication skills overall, involvement in drama courses and performance has been shown to improve students’ self-esteem as well as their confidence in their academic abilities.


Pictured Below: The students of Hammond Eastside Magnet Upper School performed in "Finding Nemo Jr." at the Columbia Theater. HEMUS is a Performing and Visual Arts magnet.

Interested in applying to attend a magnet school? Enrollment opens April 1st.


Learn More about our TPSS Magnet Programs

Does your child have a unique talent in the area of art, music, or theater?


Did you know that your child may qualify to attend one of our TPSS Talented Programs? If your child shows a gift for art, music, speaking, acting, or performing, reach out to your child's teacher to inquire about applying for our in-house screener.

Learn More About our Talented Art, Music, & Theatre Programs

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING

Wear your yellow this Friday.

It's SEL Day!

Friday, March 8


Social Emotional Learning helps all young people and adults thrive personally and academically, develop & maintain positive relationships, become lifelong learners, and make responsible & caring decisions. SEL makes a difference!


Learn more about SEL in TPSS

Social Media: Protecting Your Child by Staying Aware & Involved


Protecting children from technology that moves so fast is very difficult to manage. Oftentimes, the way parents react can make the issues worse. Join us to learn the parenting pitfalls, as well as practical solutions to effectively managing technology use.


March 12, 2024

6:00-7:00 PM


REGISTER TO ATTEND

Join via Zoom


print flyer


See our Upcoming Sessions

Parent Guidance Mental Health Series

TESTING SEASON

Prepping for the ACT


This exam is a key component of many college applications, and a strong score unlocks opportunities for scholarships and TOPS eligibility.


Ensure you're well-prepared with TPSS's extensive resources, including ACT prep courses and our 24/7 online assistance program. Connect with your school counselors to explore the wealth of ACT resources available to you. Success awaits! 

ACT RESOURCES

Class of 2024, it's your time to shine!


Make sure you complete your FAFSA before graduation. We have resources to help with that! Reach out with any questions you may have.


tangischools.org/academics/fafsa

EARLY CHILDHOOD

2024-2025 Request for Early Childhood Seats


We are encouraging public input for the 2024-2025 funding plan. Please direct all comments to Carmen.brabham@tangischools.org. Comments may also be mailed to 59656 Puleston Rd. Amite, LA 70422, faxed to 985-748-2455, or hand delivered to the Academics Department at the Tangipahoa Parish School System District Office.


READ MORE


LITERACY

Literacy Tutoring Program

Does your K-5th grade child need reading help?

Assistance may be available! The Steve Carter Literacy Tutoring Program provides $1,000 digital vouchers to eligible students for literacy support.


Visit the site below to find out if your student is eligible and how to apply!

Steve Carter Literacy Tutoring Program

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library


We need your help to fund the Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Southeast Louisiana.


The Imagination Library is dedicated to inspiring a love of reading by gifting books each month to children from birth to age five, free of charge, through funding shared by local community partners in Tangipahoa parish.

Through United Way, we are able to give back to create a better, stronger community with opportunity for all.

#ElevateYourImpact

SUPPORT OUR SCHOOLS

The AG Department of Hammond High Magnet School is hosting a Plant Sale!


Plants can be purchased in the school's greenhouse, Mon. - Fri. from 8am to 3pm. Follow the signs on River Road to help guide you on your way.

March 7th - March 14th

TPSS MAGNET PROGRAMS

Tangipahoa Parish School System is committed to providing families with choices when it comes to the education of our children.


TPSS Magnet Schools are tuition-free elementary, middle, and high schools which offer specialized courses in addition to the adopted tier 1 academic curriculum. Students enroll into our magnet schools through an application process, allowing them to thrive in schools in which they are not traditionally zoned to attend.


Enrollment for the 24-25 school year will open on April 1.



tangischools.org/academics/magnet


Do you have an 8th, 9th, or 10th grader in Tangipahoa parish? Come see what the International Baccalaureate programme at Hammond High Magnet School has to offer.


Learn more about the benefits of IB.


Find out more about IB in person at the annual Coffee Talks, which are scheduled for March 16 and April 20. We will meet in the library of HHMS.


contact: deirdra.haase@tangischools.org

Consider Taking Classes at our TPSS Advanced College & Career Magnet Center


TPSS students who will attend 11th or 12th grade next year should have received an email on how to submit a request to participate in our available classes for the 2024-2025 academic school year. The deadline to submit a request is March 28th, so be sure to have that conversation with your rising juniors and seniors soon. Our program offers classes for our students which may not be available to take on their normal high school campus.


advcenter.tangischools.org

STEM EDUCATION

Adventure & Astro Camp

Stay busy during Spring Break with a fun week of learning and exploring.


Registration is open for the Hammond Astro Adventure Camp. This fun week of learning is designed for children ages 7 - 14. Explore the basics of aviation, air rockets, solid fuel rockets, canoeing, fishing, & living solar system.


Monday, April 1st - Friday, April 5th 8am - 4:30pm


REGISTER AT THE HAMMOND REC CENTER

601 W. Coleman Ave

Hammond, LA 70403


(985) 277 - 5908 or (985) 277 - 5905

FAMILY ENGAGEMENT

Transition Career Fair


The Special Education Department of Tangipahoa Parish School System is developing a cohesive transition system that facilitates partnerships between agencies at the state and the local level. The goal is to teach independent living skills to ensure individuals with disabilities seamlessly and successfully transition to life and work after high school.



Transition Career Fair

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

9am - 12 noon

Tangipahoa Parish Fairgrounds & Florida Parishes Arena

(985) 310 - 2102


VIRTUAL LEARNING OPTION

Considering a new approach to the 2024-2025 school year?


Come see what our VLO has to offer.


SEE OUR FULL SCHEDULE OF MEET & GREET EVENTS

 

This program is free to all TPSS students in grades K - 12. There is no enrollment fee or tuition.


What does this program offer?

  • Interact daily with your virual classmates and spend time at your home-based school with events offered; such as clubs, sports, & school dances. It's the best of BOTH worlds!
  • Engage in rigorous curriculum activities with your teachers online daily.
  • Dedicated staff of certified, enthusiastic and committed teachers!
  • Flexibility: Have access to your online classroom from anywhere at anytime. All you need is the computer that Tangischools provides and internet access.
  • Teachers offer assistance via LIVE Zoom lessons, help sessions, and office hours to make sure all students' needs are met.
  • SPED Staff and 504 Coordinators virtually implement IEP's and 504 plans.
  • Virtual Field Trips, science experiments, and design projects promote thinking and creativity.
  • Students learn time management skills and extended use of technology.
  • Remote learning provides a comfortable, safe learning environment for students.
virtual.tangischools.org

COFFEE TALK LIVE

Coffee Talk LIVE with Superintendent Stilley


Join Superintendent Melissa Stilley each Tuesday @ 2:30pm on FB LIVE as she discusses the latest news of Tangischools. Ask questions in the comments to receive real-time feedback from our panel of guests.



Missed a Coffee Talk? Check out our library of recorded videos.

Coffee Talk LIVE with Superintendent Stilley

Let'sTalk

Let us know what you are interested in learning more about and we will get the topic on our schedule.


Submit a Topic

STAY CONNECTED

There will be times during the school year when TPSS will need to send important infromation out to our families. Having an updated phone number and email address on file will help to ensure our announcements are received in a timely manner.

Visit the Student Progress Center online to update your information.


UPDATE CONTACT INFORMATION

TPSS now has a mobile App which will be used to push out important notifications to families. Download the app from the App Store or Google Play Store and turn on notifications under the More menu. Search Tangipahoa Parish Schools in your App store to find it.


Preview the App with guidance on filtering information for your school and turning on notifications. 

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP

Keep our digital space safe and secure!


While it's crucial to keep your Chromebook in top shape, taking care of yourself and your peers is just as vital. If you come across anything suspicious or harmful online, be a hero –– report it! Your action can make a difference.


Visit the link below to make a report. Let's create a safe and positive online space together!


Report a Safety Concern

SEEK ASSISTANCE & ANSWERS

If you have questions or concerns regarding your child's educational experience, please reach out directly by completing our "Resolve a Problem" form.


Your submission will go straight to your school's principal.

Resolve a Problem

P3 - TAP THE APP

The P3 platform enables the public to share information anonymously with Crime Stoppers programs, law enforcement entities, schools, and large corporations around the world.  If you have crime or safety-related information that may be deemed useful in your community, submit a tip via the P3 web page – or download the P3 Tips App for iPhone or android devices. 

Speak to Crime Stoppers to make a report:

1 877 668 2421


Submit a tip online:

SUBMIT A TIP

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Join us for our next TPSS Bus Driver Training


This could be just the opportunity you've been searching for!


NIGHT CLASS

March 11-14 and 18-21

5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

TPSS Technology Center

795 S. Morrison Blvd. Hammond


DAY CLASS

April 22-26

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

TPSS Technology Center 795 S. Morrison Blvd. Hammond


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DATES & SPECIAL EVENTS

Mar. 8 - SEL Day (wear yellow shirt)


Mar. 12 - Mental Health Series - zoom call REGISTER TO ATTEND


Mar. 13 - Community Engagement Event @ LHS 6-7:30pm


Mar. 14 - Community Engagement Event @ PHS 6-7:30pm


Mar. 15 - End of 3rd 9 Weeks


Mar. 18 - PD Day for Teachers (no school for students)


Mar. 29 - Apr 5 - Spring Break



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Mark your Calendars with our TPSS High School Graduation Dates!

Academic Calendars


Refer to our Academic Calendar to see when our grading periods start and end, where our vacation days fall, and which days are designated for Teacher PD.


Our calendars have been approved for the next 2 school years!


See Calendars

SchoolCash Online


Create an account, connect your schools and students to the account, and search the catalogue for availble fees.

Student Progress Center


Register your account to track student grades, attendance, announcements, & test scores.



Resolve A Problem


Have a question or concern? Reach out directly to your school by filling out our Resolve a Problem form.




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59656 PULESTON ROAD, AMITE, LA 70422
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