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"Accept the Challenge 2024-2025"

New School Year. New Initiatives. New Chances for Success.

With a new school year comes new challenges and anxieties for students and parents alike. While back-to-school time may seem routine for seasoned students and teachers, the first month of the school year remains a time of adjustment for others––especially families and students who are either transitioning to a new school or are new to the parish in general. That’s why we want to make it quick and convenient for TPSS students and families to find useful tools that will help them navigate the return to school and support their success year-round. 

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If you ever have a question, or need clarification, reach out to us.

questions@tangischools.org

September is Attendance Awareness Month

The effects of staying home from school build up one absence at a time. Missing too many days can leave our children behind on their work, with a feeling of being disconnected from daily class activities.

Make it a priority to be at school.

If our students make it a priority to not only be at school each day, but to be actively present in their classroom interactions and participation, they will receive the most from the curriculum being taught. We want to ensure that our students are well-prepared and confident as they reach their learning goals.

• Clear Direction: A solid curriculum provides a clear path, so you know what to learn and when. This helps you build your knowledge step by step, just like following signs on a road trip ensures you don’t get lost.
• Balanced Learning: It ensures you get a well-rounded education, covering all the essential skills. Think of it like making sure you visit all the must-see spots on your trip rather than just sticking to one area.
• Effective Use of Time: By following a strong curriculum, you make the most of your learning time. It's like having a planned itinerary that helps you maximize your travel experience instead of wandering aimlessly.
• Skill Building: A good curriculum is designed to build skills progressively, helping you develop a strong foundation and advance confidently. You can campare it to learning to drive in a safe, structured way before tackling more complex routes.
• Consistency and Quality: It helps maintain a high standard of education, ensuring that what you learn is reliable and up-to-date, much like relying on a trusted map rather than one that’s outdated or inaccurate.

As parents and guardians, you have the opportunity to ride front seat as your children navigate their way through their school career.

Be sure to read important newsletters, homework notes, or emails from your child's teacher. Ask to see your child's work for the day, or have them explain what they are learning in their classes. Reach out to the teacher with questions and concerns early on. Plan to attend open house events or academic nights scheduled by your school.

Try to approach the subject of school in a positive light. School can be challenging, no doubt! But if we stay calm and stick to following the map in place, we should all successfully arrive where we need to be by the end of the trip.

Math Interventions with Focus & Purpose

Listen to our latest Coffee Talk as our curriculum team explains how students can maximize their time in math class by utilizing our top-tiered, high quality intervention programs which support our tier 1 curriculum.

Vouchers Available for Math & Literacy Tutoring

The Steve Carter Tutoring Program is newly updated and now provides up to $1,500 in digital vouchers for both math and literacy tutoring for eligible students in grades K-12. Learn more and apply today at Tutor.La.Gov.

Read the Family Flyer

questions: tutoring@la.gov

Need Help with Homework, Test Prep, or Understanding Class Work?

Homeworkla.org provides free online tutoring, test preparation, job search assistance, and more.  All services can be accessed from a Louisiana public library, from your home computer, or from your mobile device.

Connect with a tutor, submit a paper for review, drop off a math question, take a practice quiz, and prep for SAT/ACT exams, all in one place.

Visit HomeworkLA.org

TRACK YOUR PROGRESS

Follow Along with Your Student's Progress

Tangischools students and guardians will log into the Student Progress Center to check on grades, attendance records, schedules, test scores, and school announcements.

- Students will log in with their issued TPSS username and password.

- Parents/Guardians will need to register as a new user and connect their children to the account in order to see student records.

Directions for registering a new user and PSN # were sent this week to the guardian email on file. If you are a primary guardian and did not receive this information through email, please contact your school office to update your contact information.

Go Online to Create Your Account or Login as an Existing User

STAY CONNECTED

Are you Receiving Our Messages?

Update your Contact Infromation

If you are a parent or guardian who is not receiving the notifications sent out from our district or schools, you may need to update your contact information. Call your child's school to speak to the secretary. We can help get your info up to date.

TPSS utilizes email, text, and phone calls to send out emergency information. Don't miss an important message. Get your phone number and email address updated in our system.

If you have created your Student Progress Center account, you can log in to update your information on your own.

SCHOOL RELATED FEES

SchoolCash Online to Pay School Fees

SchoolCash Online helps our school district in many ways: parents can manage all school fees and items for their students in one location and have the convenience of a secure online payment platform, and the schools improve safety and reduce risk by minimizing cash and check payments at our schools.

Find Out More

School Supply List

Grab those supplies off of your school supply list if you haven't done so already. We thank you for your partnership!

Pay Supply Fee

SchoolCash Online is the program we use to pay fees. Set up your account to pay your child's Supply fee. 

Open House Dates

Your school may have an Open House event planned soon. Check our list and mark your calendars.

Family Toolkit

Our Family Toolkit is the one-stop-shop for all things Back to School!

• Academic Calendar
• A/B High School Calendar
• Bell Times
• Breakfast & Lunch Menu
• Special Dietary Needs

tangischools.org/familytoolkit

Fall into Reading

When kids read, their brains get a workout, helping them think better, solve problems, and understand new things. Reading introduces kids to new words and phrases, which helps them talk and write better. Good reading skills make it easier to do well in all kinds of school subjects, not just in their reading classes.

You can encourage your child to read at home in simple ways:

• Keep books and reading materials available around the house. Have a cozy reading spot where your child can dive into a book whenever they want.

• Take trips to your public library.

• Read a bedtime story at night, or read a book after school during snack time - just make it a regular part of the day.

• Games like Scrabble, Boggle, or even simple word puzzles can be a fun way to build vocabulary and spelling skills.

• Praise your child's reading achievements, no matter how small. Celebrate their successes to keep them motivated and excited about reading.

New Law Affecting our 3rd Grade Students

Beginning in the 2024-2025 academic year, a new Louisiana law will take effect requiring third-grade students who are significantly underperforming in reading to repeat the grade. This legislation aims to address literacy challenges by ensuring students have foundational reading skills before advancing to fourth grade. 

Visit us online for more information.

High Dosage Tutoring

TPSS has a plan to assess the literacy abilities of each student and put into action targeted interventions which aim to boost their acheivement levels. Watch our Coffee Talk to learn more!

Watch Literacy Coffee Talk

In Need of Tutoring?

The Steve Carter Literacy Tutoring Program gives parents the tools they need to see their children thrive.

Go Online to Apply

If you have any questions regarding the Louisiana Tutoring Initiative, please contact 877-390-0556 between 7am and 4pm Monday – Friday (CST)

Questions: tutoring@la.gov

Increase the Literacy Skills of Children in our Community. Become a Partner in Literacy.

Tangipahoa Parish School System aims to find creative, innovative, and encouraging ways to provide more literacy exposure to our elementary age children. We are committed to helping our local businesses discover the best ways that they can make the largest impacts on nourishing the early literacy development of the children in our community.

Become a Partner in Literacy

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.

Please make sure to select Tangipahoa Parish as the receiving organization. Thank you for your Literacy Partnership!

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING

Here's a reminder to approach the day with a positive attitude!

Practice positive thinking. When you build yourself up with positivity, you boost your self-esteem, which leads to greater confidence and motivation. High self-esteem also means better grades, stronger friendships, and a happier school day. Start your day with a positive thought and watch how it transforms your learning experience!

#AcceptTheChallenge

TECHNOLOGY

In this rapidly evolving digital world, our children are navigating an increasingly complex online landscape. As responsible guardians, it is our duty to guide them towards becoming responsible and respectful digital citizens. Just as we teach them life skills, we must also impart the principles of good digital citizenship.

Here's why it matters:

1. Safety First: Teach your children to protect their personal information and privacy online. Encourage them to use strong, unique passwords and to be cautious about sharing personal details.

2. Respect and Kindness: Promote respectful communication online. Teach your children about the impact of their words and actions on others, and the importance of being kind, empathetic, and inclusive in their online interactions.

3. Critical Thinking: Help your children develop critical thinking skills to assess the credibility and accuracy of online information. Encourage them to question, fact-check, and seek diverse perspectives.

4. Digital Footprint: Explain the concept of a digital footprint. Remind them that what they post online can have long-lasting consequences, affecting college admissions, job opportunities, and personal relationships.

5. Cyberbullying Awareness: Discuss cyberbullying and its consequences. Encourage your children to report any online harassment they witness or experience and to stand up against it.

6. Balance and Screen Time: Set reasonable limits on screen time and encourage a healthy balance between online and offline activities. Promote face-to-face interactions and physical activities.

7. Lead by Example: Children learn by observing. Model responsible digital behavior by practicing what you preach. Show them how to engage positively and respectfully online.

8. Open Communication: Create an environment where your children feel comfortable discussing their online experiences and concerns with you. Be nonjudgmental and supportive.

9. Keep Learning Together: Stay informed about the latest digital trends, apps, and platforms. Explore the digital world together, and learn alongside your children.

10. Encourage Creativity and Positive Use: Encourage your children to use technology for creative and educational purposes. Help them find positive online communities and outlets for their interests.

In our connected world, digital citizenship is an essential life skill. By instilling these values and practices in our children, we empower them to navigate the digital landscape responsibly, ethically, and confidently.

Let's work together to raise a generation of digital citizens who not only thrive online but also contribute positively to our global digital society.

Acceptable Use Policy

Part of the back-to-school paperwork is reading, understanding, and signing our district AUP. An Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) is like a set of rules that helps everyone understand how to use technology in a responsible and safe way. 

We encourage our families to read the AUP together, making sure that everyone understands the expectations which are set in place.

By following the AUP, you can make sure you’re using technology in ways that help you learn and get the most out of your schoolwork.

Read Our AUP

Protect Your Login

An important guideline of the AUP to follow is to protect your login information. The username and password assigned to our students allows them to access our devices, as well as important programs such as gmail, Oncourse, our Student Progress Center, and academic programs. If this login information is shared or stolen, others can access your child's important information. This could lead to issues down the road.

Stay Alert

Phishing emails (pronounced "fishing") look like they come from someone you might know or a trusted place, like your school or a popular website. These emails often ask you to click on a link or provide personal information, like your password or address. They might pretend they need this info for something important, but really, they’re trying to steal it from you.

If you get an email that seems suspicious, don’t click on any links or share any information. Instead, ask for help to make sure you’re not falling for a trick.

Smart Devices on Campus

Overall our students are doing a fantastic job honoring the new LA state law that has been set into place for this school year. It has been an adjustment for everyone and we are proud of the efforts that have been made to follow the rules.

Devices need to be powered off and tucked away in student bookbags. They cannot be carried in pockets, or held in their hands during the instructional school day. Consequences will be enforced for violations to the law, so please continue to be mindful when bringing smart devices on campus.

Read the State Law & TPSS Policies

Why “Shop Local” Is a Win-Win for Tangipahoa Parish

Homecoming will be here before you know it! Shopping local for the perfect suit, dress, shoes, and accessories will help to support the growth of our schools. This includes choosing to dine in our downtown restaurants, purchasing flowers from local florists, and getting your glow up on in our salons. In Tangipahoa Parish, a portion of every dollar spent at any local business contributes additional funding for our public schools and helps to secure competitive salaries and raises for TPSS educators. By supporting local businesses, you’re directly investing in the education of our children and the livelihood of our teachers. 

Keeping it local is a win for everyone in our community!

#SupportLocalBusinesses #ShopInTangi

Tangischools Homecoming Dates

The phrase “shop local” is everywhere these days, but why is it so popular? 

Read our Blog to Find Out More

BECOME A SUBSTITUTE

We LOVE our Substitute Teachers!

We are accepting applications for subs and need strong, dependable, and kind people to #AccepttheChallenge and become involved in the education of our students. The job is flexible for your schedule, but most importantly, the job is rewarding. Apply online using the Substitute form and make a difference in the lives of students.

Apply Now

Our TPSS District Facebook page posts announcements and helpful information daily. Give us a follow to stay in-the-know about current events happening in Tangischools.

Follow Tangischools Facebook Page

Each school also has a Facebook page. Not only do the schools share information about upcoming events, but they also share stories showcasing all of the great teaching and learning happening throughout the school day. Give them a follow! It's a quick and easy way to stay connected.

Follow School Facebook Pages

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 Operator Training

Getting our students to and from school each day safely is a top priority for TPSS. Join our team of super heroes by becoming a TPSS School Bus Operator. We are holding a training at the TPSS Technology Center.

Call for more information: (985) 748 - 2432

School Bus Attendant Training

September 16 - 20, 2024

9am - 4pm

TPSS Technology Center

795 S. Morrison Blvd

Hammond, 70403

*Must be able to pass a general physical, background check, and drug screening.

STUDENT OPPORTUNITY

Are you a high school or middle school student interested in learning how to become an entrepreneur and actually start and run your own, REAL, business or social movement? Then YEA! is for you!

Learn More About the Program

Register before the September 7th deadline to participate.

Design Contest

Tangi Library is holding a design contenst for the 2025 Library Card.

The contest is for two age groups: 3 - 11 years old and 12 -17 years old. The winning design from each age group will be used for the 2025 Tangi Library card.

It's free to enter and you can find the official design form and rules at www.tangilibrary.com. The deadline is Friday, Sept. 27 and the winning designs will be unveiled at their Free Book Festival on Saturday, Oct. 12.

There's always something fun to do at the library! Check out their full calendar of events to see what they have planned for the fall.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

The Tangi STREAMliner visits the

2024 KOE Celtic Heritage Festival

Come see us on The Tangi STREAMliner Saturday, September 21st at the upcoming Celtic Heritage Festival in Ponchatoula. We will be parked near the Kiwanis Park playgroud from 10am - 1pm. Look for the big blue bus!

STREAMliner @ the Celtic Fest

Kiwanis Park

201 W. Magnolia Street

Ponchatoula

Saturday only. Sept. 21

10am-1pm

Very Special Miss Louisiana

The 9th Annual Very Special Miss Louisiana Pageant will be held September 13th & 14th, 2024 at the Mission Church in Hammond, LA.

Pageant Entry is free for contestants. Register for the competition by September 2nd to guarantee a shirt.

Questions

email robintabrams@gmail.com

call (985) 507 - 1985

More Information & Registration Packet

Become a Sponsor

Follow on Facebook

Nightmare in the Arena: Heroes VS Villains

October 31, 2024

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Florida Parishes Arena

1301 NW Central Ave, Amite

Crime Awareness, Costume Contests, Face Painting, Games, Sweet Treats, and much more!

DATES & SPECIAL EVENTS

Sept. 11: Patriot Day/September 11 Anniversary - Honoring those we lost, giving thanks to those who served and saved, and offering comfort to those who live with loss.

Sept. 17: Constitution Day - Our TPSS teachers and students will participate in lessons and activities to learn more about U.S. Constitution. Constitution Day commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787.

Oct. 4: Fair Day (TPSS schools & offices closed)

Oct. 14: PD Day for Teachers (no school for students)

Nov. 5: Election Day (TPSS schools & offices closed)

Nov. 25 - 29: Thanksgiving Holidays

Dec. 23 - Jan. 3: Christmas Holidays

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.