Be Respectful. Be Compassionate. Be Great
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Attend Today,
Achieve Tomorrow
September is Attendance Awareness month all over the country.
Why? Studies about school attendance show that “showing up” makes a difference:
- Positive school attendance supports students’ academic and social growth.
- Attending school regularly helps students feel better about school and themselves.
- Learning good work habits early will support their success in life.
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TPSS values our parent and community partnerships! Positive school attendance is a joint effort of home and school. Together, we make a difference for our students.
We ask that all families join us in helping students form the good attendance habits of being present each day and on time, which will help them succeed in school and beyond.
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Family Toolkit
Our Family Toolkit is a one-stop place to visit when seeking out information.
- Academic Calendar
- Bell Times
- Special Transportation Requests
- Student/Parent Handbook
- Code of Conduct
- Acceptable Use Policy for Technology
- Special Dietary Needs form and more!
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Have a Special Transportation Request? | Special Transportation Requests will be handled on a first come, first served basis. Special Requests will not be approved for multiple morning or afternoon addresses and will not be approved on a week-to-week or day-to-day basis, nor for transportation to or from businesses and/or jobs. In addition, Special Transportation Requests will only be granted if seating is available, with priority given to students assigned to the particular bus. | |
A NOTE ABOUT DISCIPLINE
The school bus is an extension of the school building; therefore, all school bus behavior incidents shall be reported to the principal within one (1) school day. All incidents will be addressed according to the Tangipahoa Parish Student Code of Conduct Handbook. Students who choose not to follow the guidelines will be put off the school bus.
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email us at
bus@tangischools.org
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Our October Menu has Arrived!
We release monthly menus to help you and your children plan out your week. Grab breakfast before heading to class in the morning, or catch one of our special menu items on our sandwich line menu on Tuesday or Thursday.
Breakfast and Lunch is free for all TPSS students this yea! Come see what we are serving in the cafeteria.
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💧Water bottles are welcome!
Students are encouraged to bring a bottle of fresh water to school each day. Our campus water fountains have been fitted with bottle fillers. Some of our schools have requested that students bring clear water bottles only. Please check with your school for clarification if needed. Label your water bottle with your name, so that it can be returned to you if found on campus.
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SOCIAL EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING | |
There is Help. There is Hope. | |
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September is National Suicide Prevention Month.
All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness.
Studies indicate that helping someone at risk create a network of resources and individuals for support and safety can help them take positive action and reduce feelings of hopelessness.
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Social Emotional Well-Being Student Survey
Our students in grades 3-12 are invited to complete an online survey as a way to offer insight and feedback to their school. The feedback provided will be used to make decisions during the planning process of addressing the needs of our children. The survey will become available during the week of October 3. A link to the survey will be provided on our district website once the window opens.
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PHOTO OPT-OUT
Tangischools has an Opt-Out policy regarding the use and release of student photographs. Should you wish that your child's photo not be shared on our district and school social media platforms, website, or various digital media outlets, please complete our Photo Opt-Out form and return it to school with your child.
ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY
The Tangipahoa Parish School Board believes it is necessary for all persons to become aware of the acceptable use of technology. Any person using computers or other electronic information resources shall be required to use such equipment and resources in a responsible, legal manner. The School Board retains the right to monitor all computer usage and files for compliance to all regulations and/or procedures. The Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) is signed by students and parents. Teachers will acknowledge and sign the AUP as part of their online training assignments.
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TPSS is committed to excellence!
The well-being of our students and staff is of utmost importance to us. This includes social-emotional learning, working to accelerate learning for all students, and expanding opportunities for students during and after the school day with a focus on STEM.
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One way to ensure that the adults and minors on our campuses are in their correct places is to make sure that every person is visibly wearing an official TPSS ID Badge.
- TPSS is implementing district wide ID badges for students and employees. This will immediately improve security on campuses because the badge verifies an individual belongs on campus, and those without a badge can be easily identified.
- Student badges will include their grade level, so adults can easily identify where that student should be on campus.
- Badges will include bar codes and QR codes that can be used for scanning into programs. For example: Badges will be used to scan for meals in the school cafeterias.
Temporary badges will be issued to 5th - 12th grade students for the first days of school. Permanent ID badges will be issued to all staff and students after school pictures have been taken.
School IDs must be worn everyday.
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We Love Our Grandparents!
A grandparent is a little bit parent, a little bit teacher, and a little bit best friend.
We want to extend a heartfelt 'thank you' to our beautiful grandparents. We appreciate the special love and attention you provide to our students. Happy Grandparents Day! #OneTeam.OnePurpose.
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Perrin Early Learning Center | |
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Open House Excitement
Our schools are busy hosting their open house events across the district. It is always wonderful to meet the families behind the faces of our students. We look forward to your continued partnership of working hard to meet the needs of our children. #OneTeam.OnePurpose
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Woodland Park Magnet School | |
OW Dillon Leadership Academy | |
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Touch-A-Truck
Touch-a-Truck offers children an up-close, hands-on opportunity to explore safety vehicles. There will be demonstrations, safety materials, games, and fun! (all youth must be accompanied by an adult).
Saturday, October 8 , 2022 10am - 2pm
Ponchatoula's Strawberry Parking Lot
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Join us for an evening of fun and safety at TPSO's 4th Annual Trunk or Treat and Night Out Against Crime.
October 31, 2022
5:30 - 7:30pm
15475 Club Deluxe Road, Hammond
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Student Progress Center
Want to keep track of your child's attendance, grades, and discipline records? Create a new user login with our Student Progress Center.
Guardians should have received an email with instructions on how to get started. If you are experiencing issues, it may be that your contact information needs updating in our system. Contact your child's school to speak to the secretary.
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Contact your child's school to speak to the secretary and update phone numbers and email addresses.
Once your information is updated, create a new user account with SPC.
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Tap the App to Submit a Tip to Tangipahoa Crime Stoppers
If you have crime or safety-related information which needs to be reported, share your tips with Tangipahoa Crime Stoppers. Your tip could help to keep your friends and school safe. Let's help to look out for one another.
Your tip is kept anonymous, meaning your identifying information will not be shared with anyone. Download the P3 App in the app store, make your report online, or call to speak to someone in person at 1-877-668-2421.
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Give your School a Follow on Facebook :) | A great way to stay in the loop with school events is to give your school a follow on Facebook. Schools will post important information that will help you make the most of your start back to school. | | |
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The Tangipahoa Parish School Board meets at 6:00 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month in the boardroom of the Tangipahoa Parish School System Central Office, 59656 Puleston Road, Amite, LA. 70422. Committee meetings are on the first Tuesday of every month.
Recorded board meetings and committee meetings can be viewed on our YouTube Channel.
All meetings are open to the public and broadcast online via live stream.
Tune in to watch Live Broadcasts of our TPSS Board Meetings
Ways to Watch:
Charter Cable Channel 197
AT&T Government Access Channel 99
FPTV 17
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UPCOMING DATES
Friday, September 30 - Fair Day (No School)
Friday, October 14 - End of First 9 Weeks
Monday, October 17 - PD Day for Teachers (No School for Students)
Tuesday, October 18 - PD Day for Teachers (No School for Students)
Tuesday, November 8 - Election Day Holiday (No School for Staff & Students)
Friday, November 18 - half-day for students
November 21 - 25 - Thanksgiving Holidays
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TANGIPAHOA PARISH SCHOOL SYSTEM
59656 PULESTON ROAD, AMITE, LA 70422
P: 985-748-7153
F: 985-748-8587
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