Magruder High School Courier

September, 2010
Inside this issue: Principal’s Perspective By Mr. Lee Evans
Calendar of Events 4 I am pleased to welcome everyone back for the 2010-11 school year. We are look-
5
ing forward to a very positive and productive school year.
SENIORS’ PAGE
FEA/NHS News 6 We extend a warm welcome to students of the class of 2014 joining us after suc-
cessful years at Redland, Shady Grove, and Roberto Clemente Middle Schools.
R- E -S- P -E -C- T 7
Our newest students join a great group of students who have worked hard to excel
PTSA Membership Form 8 in the classroom and in numerous extracurricular activities in the previous school
year. The enthusiasm, talent, and interests of students in the freshman class will
EVERY 15 MINUTES 10-11 allow them to make a significant contribution to our school community. The fresh-
PTSA Facilities 12 man class brings our enrollment to 1,838 students.

SSL HOURS 13 In addition to our new students, we are joined by a number of new staff members
who share the dedication and commitment of our returning staff. Our staff mem-
BOOSTER CLUB/SPIRITWEAR 14-15 bers worked very hard this summer in order to prepare for this school year. Our
leadership team—with the help of a number of students and parents—generated
Col. Zadok Magruder High goals and objectives that will serve as the foundation of our 2010-2011 School Im-
School
5939 Muncaster Mill Road provement Plan (SIP) from June 22nd – June 24th. This plan will serve as a blue-
Rockville, MD 20855 print for success this school year. The primary focus is to continue to improve the
Phone: (301) 840-4600 academic achievement of all students by maintaining a rigorous instructional pro-
Fax: (301) 840-4617
gram. We realize that none of this is possible without a climate where respect for
PRINCIPAL everyone is a priority. (Continued on Page 2)
Mr. Leroy Evans

ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS
Ms. Lakeisha Adamson
Ms. Ellen Hudson
PTSA NEWS By Ms. Linda Kuserk
Ms. Sheree Coleman Welcome to the 2010-2011 school year. I'm honored to return as Magruder's
Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) President and look forward to this
PTSA PRESIDENT
Linda Kuserk upcoming year. I encourage you to support our PTSA through participation and
(301) 330--3926 membership. Your membership is vital to our organization and financially sup-
ports its programs and advocacy. A membership form is included in this news-
GUIDANCE OFFICE
(301) 840-4614 letter ( refer to page 9 of this Courier edition. Membership is also available
online through our website at www.mhs-ptsa.org.
ATTENDANCE OFFICE
(301) 840-4609 This year the PTSA will be utilizing a new site called
www.payforschoolstuffonline.com. Through this website, parents will have the
To get your news in the courier, send
opportunity to use a credit card for payment of PTSA membership, and partici-
an email to: mhscourier0910@aol.com pate in other fundraisers and programs throughout the school year. Once on the
site, parents must create an account and register with the appropriate school.
The site will allow you to print a receipt for any item purchased and receipts for
PTSA donations may be used for tax purposes. (Continued on Page 2)

COURIER EDITOR
Deby Dicello Visit the Magruder High School website at www.magruderhs.org
(240) 599-6503
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Principal’s Perspective (continued from page 1 )

This year, we are placing a significant emphasis on the concept of “respect.” We believe that, with the
many social changes presenting numerous challenges, respect is a vital component to the success of our
efforts as an academic institution. In recent years, maintaining a climate that is conducive to teaching
and learning has been impacted by a social atmosphere where there is a growing disregard for this fun-
damental principle. Our efforts will center on recognition and reinforcement of acts of kindness and
respect. We will take greater steps to recognize the accomplishments of students and staff, as well as
the contributions of our parent community in support of this effort. This much needed focus on respect
and recognizing positive contributions to our school community will serve as the building blocks for
our future.
As we focus our energy to meet the challenges of a new year, we welcome the support of our parent
community. Research continues to show that parent involvement and effective partnerships with the
school staff are keys to student success. Our parents have provided us with outstanding support and
have made many contributions to our work as educators. We encourage the participation of all parents
as we move forward to provide a safe environment that is conducive to teaching and learning.
In closing, I offer this quote in support of our work as partners on behalf of all students in our school
community:
“We ourselves feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But the ocean would be
less because of missing that drop.”
Mother Teresa

I thank you in advance for your contributions to a successful school year.

PTSA NEWS (continued from page 1)

Currently membership and the 1st Annual Colonel Classic are available on the site, but we hope to expand its use
as the year progresses.
This spring the Every Fifteen Minute Program (EFM) will be returning to Magruder. EFM is a national driver
awareness program designed for high school Juniors and Seniors. Its name refers to the statistic from when the
program was founded 20 years ago, that someone dies from an alcohol-related collision every fifteen minutes.
The program occurs over two days and include an reenactment of drinking related car crash and the after-math.
EFM will sponsor programs and provide information on this and related topics during the school year leading up
to the spring event. Additional information is available in this issue of the Courier and on our website.
I would like to thank the many local businesses and families that have supported our PTSA by placing adver-
tisements in our directory or sponsoring the golf tournament. I encourage parents to support these businesses
which support our school. You may find a listing of these businesses on our website.
The PTSA and I look forward to a productive and successful school year. I am eager to hear from parents and
welcome your comments and suggestions as we advocate for our children during this year. PTSA meetings are
held at 7:30 p.m. in the Media Center on the third Tuesday of the month and all are welcome.
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MHS COMMUNICATIONS
MHS Web Site: www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/magruderhs: Find out
important school information, including links to Edline, recent announcements,
staff directory, athletic schedules, and PTSA.
— MHSnews : Subscribe to the MHS e-mail announcement list which provides updates on school
news through the link on the Magruder home page.
— MHS PTSA NEWS: Subscribe to the PTSA e-mail announcement list which provides updates on
PTSA and MCPS news, & volunteer opportunities through the link on the MHS PTSA home page.
MHS PTSA Web Site: www.mhs-ptsa.org : Find important PTSA and school information, read the
Courier newsletter, learn about upcoming PTSA events and much more.
Courier Newsletter: www.mhs-ptsa.org/courier: The Courier is the official MHS PTSA newsletter.
Go to the link above to view the latest issue and all previous issues published during the school year.

PTSA OFFICERS FOR 2010-2011 SCHOOL YEAR

Linda Kuserk, President Russ Erb, Treasurer

301.330.3926 Kuserkpta@comcast.net
Marie Matthew, 1st Vice President
301.977.1250 mathewsmhspta@yahoo.com
Martha Shaerr, 2nd Vice President
301.963.4122 mschaerr@yahoo.com
301.266.1353 russerb@hotmail.com
Fidelia Romanowski, Secretary
301.869.4807 fromanowski@comcast.net

Parents Picking Up and Dropping Off Students By: John Shirk, Assistant School Administrator

Dear Parents:
It has come to our attention that buses are having problems dropping
off students in the morning and picking them up in the afternoon,
because vehicles are blocking the path of the bus. Many parents are
passing buses that have their flashing lights on and stop signs out.
This is a violation of county and state laws. As a result, bus drivers can not safely and appropriately
perform their intended duties. Therefore, we are asking for your cooperation. Please do not drop off
and pick up students between the hours of 6:40 am to 7:15 am, and 1:45 pm to 2:30pm in the front en-
trance of the school. These hours are in effect Monday through Friday. We ask that during these re-
stricted hours, students be dropped off and picked up from the stadium side entrance. Having the sup-
port of the entire Magruder community, we will greatly increase the safety of our students and the effi-
ciency of our busing system. Thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter.
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MHS Calendar of Events

OCTOBER, 2010
4 - High School Assessment: English;

Students who completed Course B in summer school and seniors

5 - High School Assessment: Biology;

Students who completed Course B in summer school and seniors

6 - High School Assessment: Algebra 1;

Students who completed Course B in summer school and seniors

7 - High School Assessment: NSL Government;

Students who completed Course B in summer school and seniors

8 - High School Assessment Make up Day: All Content Areas

8 - Student Picture Make Up Day: Grades 9, 10, 11

19 - PTSA Meeting: 7:30 pm, Media Center

22 - Homecoming Football Game: 6:30 pm

23 - Homecoming Dance: 8:00 pm, @ Magruder High School

27 - Senior Picture Make up Day: 2:30 pm-7:00 pm, by appointment

NOVEMBER, 2010
1 - NO SCHOOL for Students: Professional Day for Teachers
2 - NO SCHOOL: General Election Day

16 - PTSA Meeting: 7:30 pm, Media Center

20 - Barnes & Noble Book Fair

24 - Early Release Day: Students dismissed at 11:40 am

25 - NO SCHOOL: Thanksgiving

26 - NO SCHOOL

SPORTS SCHEDULES AND INFORMATION

refer to the website for athletic schedules and information.
http://www.magruderathletics.org/
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MHS SENIORS’ PAGE CLASS OF 2011

Drop-In College Sessions for Seniors
WHAT: Weekly Drop-in Sessions during alternating LUNCH periods for college and career assis-
tance. We are available to answer questions about the college application process, review application
procedures and materials, and provide assistance and support where needed.

LOCATION: College and Career Center COUNSELORS: Mrs. Goode and Mrs. Natonick

HOW: No appointment necessary, just stop by DURING your lunch period.

WHEN: Tentative Schedule (subject to change)

Wed. Sept. 29th - 6th period Thurs, Oct. 21st - 5th period Tues. Nov. 9th - 5th period

Tues. Oct. 5th - 4th period Wed. Oct, 27th - 6th period Tues. Nov. 16th - 6th period

No meeting week of Oct. 11 Tues. Nov. 2nd - 4th period Tues. Nov. 23rd - 4th period

The Liberator Yearbook

The Liberator Yearbook Staff would just like to remind you that yearbooks are now on sale and can be
ordered at: www.Jostens.com
Also for Seniors, this is a reminder that Senior Ads are due by January 22nd. No ads will be ac-
cepted after this date.
Senior Ads can be ordered at: www.JostensAdService.com . If you have any question please contact
Yearbook Advisor Ms. Shpeen

College Application Deadlines

For Seniors applying to college, the deadlines for applications are listed below:

COLLEGE DUE DATE TO MRS. RIDGWAY COLLEGE DUE DATE TO MRS. RIDGWAY
APPLICATION IN COUNSELING OFFICE APPLICATION IN COUNSELING OFFICE
DEADLINE DEADLINE

November 1 ……October 2 January 1 …..... November 20

November 15 …...October 15 January 15 …...…December 8

December 1 …….October 28 February 1 ……January 5

December 15 ..…. November 13

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Future Educators Association and Education Academy By: Suzi Boyle

The Magruder Child and Adolescent Development classes are already preparing for the first days of
Magruder Preschool. The High School students are planning age appropriate curriculum activities for
the preschoolers who will be attending our program that begins in October. Both our AM and PM Pre-
school sessions are full for this school year. Mrs. Suzi Boyle appreciates the support from the commu-
nity parents who send their children to the Magruder Preschool program. Many of the high school stu-
dents enrolled in the class would like to pursue a teaching career. This Child Development class pro-
vides enriching, hands-on opportunities for students to experience first- hand what it's like to be a
teacher and make a difference in a young child's life.

Suzi Boyle: Family and Consumer Sciences Department Chair; Child Development; Education Acad-
emy Coordinator; National Honor Society Advisor

National Honors Society By: Suzi Boyle

The National Honor Society held its first meeting of this school year on Wednesday,
September 15 in Mrs. Boyle's room B114. NHS meets the third Wednesday of every
month. Packets are currently available for Senior Fall Induction. The packets can be
picked up from Mrs. Boyle or in Guidance. The completed applications are due back
on Friday, September 24, by 2:30 PM. The Fall Induction will take place at the NHS
October meeting in the cafeteria on Wednesday, October 20 @ 2:20 P.M.

Science News By: Donna Considine

The Science Department would like to congratulate this years recipients of academic awards:

HHMI/NIH/MCPS Intern for 2010-2011 school year - Mariah Welch

Bausch & Lomb Scholarship Award - Xiaoyi Li
Rensselaer Medal Scholarship Award - Jennifer Lu
George Washington Engineering & Applied Science Medal - Erik Kim
Alumni News...Congratulations!
Clio Chimento and Thomas Montgomery both graduates of class of 2006 were honored with The
Robert H. Goldsmith Award for Excellence in Chemistry demonstrating distinguished academic
achievement and excellence in chemistry at St. Mary's College. Both Clio and Thomas will continue
their education upon graduation from St. Mary's this spring pursuing careers in medicine and chemistry
respectively.
The Science Department would like to congratulate Mo- Mr. Mohammed Karim at his
hammed Karim class of 2006 for his acceptance to Har-
vard Medical School class of 2014 and graduating with White Coat Ceremony.
honors from Virginia Commonwealth University this
past May.
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RESPECT By: JOHN SHIRK Assistant School Administrator

One of the most important ingredients to establishing a school climate that is

conducive to teaching and learning is the concept of community respect.
This involves respecting the rights of everyone at all times. Unfortunately,
over time, the idea of respect has eroded as a major building block for the
establishment of strong communities and institutions that serve these commu-
nities. This has impacted in many ways the climate at Magruder High
School. Frequent complaints about inappropriate language, disrespectful be-
havior, unfair treatment, and general lack of courtesy are becoming all too
common. While the vast majority of members of the Magruder High School
family demonstrate the highest levels of respect daily, for many there is still
something left to do.
In response to this need, creating a climate of respect in a community of car-
ing, is a high priority for the upcoming school year. Our focus will be on emphasizing the importance
of respecting the rights of others at all times and reinforcing the role of respect in accomplishing our
mission as an academic institution.
We will continue to emphasize that respect is bestowed from one person to another or group of people
as a means of showing honor or high esteem for that person or group. Respect should be shown to
non-living things as well as living things. As previously mentioned, Magruder High School itself has
been disrespected. Instead of finding ways to disrespect one another, we must find ways to build one
another up and celebrate our accomplishments and differences. We must respect one another and our
work environment if we are to make Magruder High School a place all can be proud of and a top
school in the county. There is much work to do in the upcoming school year and the challenges that
we face will only be met by working together and respecting one another.
Please remember that when one person disrespects another person, they ultimately disrespect them-
selves. If people thought more highly of themselves, perhaps they would not find it acceptable to dis-
respect others. We must learn to respect ourselves so that in turn we can respect others and the envi-
ronments around us. If one wishes to be respected they must also show it. Respect is not freely given
to someone, but it must be earned by displaying respect. We are not always going to like everyone or
the situations presented to us, but we must show respect in order to accomplish great things. As the
great Jackie Robinson stated, “I’m not concerned with your liking or disliking me. . . All I ask is that
you respect me as a human being.”
The expectation for the upcoming school year is that everyone will respect one another and the build-
ing. Anything less than this will not be tolerated and is completely unacceptable. Each person at Ma-
gruder High School has the right to feel good about what they do and to be free of interactions that dis-
play a lack of respect or courtesy.
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CLASS SPONSORS
CLASS OF 2011 Senior Class – Hannah Zumbar – Hannah_M_Zumbar@mcpsmd.org

CLASS OF 2012 Junior Class – Nancy Hayes – Nancy_R_Hayes@mcpsmd.org;              

                                                            Ed Hsu – E_Hsiayuan_Hsu@mcpsmd.org   

CLASS OF 2013  Sophomore Class – Barbara Dobbs – Barbara_D_Dobbs@mcpsmd.org

CLASS OF 2014 Freshman Class – Sarah Grinder – Sarah_E_Grinder@mcpsmd.org

Magruder High School PTSA – Membership Form

Name (Parent/Guardian): ________________________________________________________
Student Name(s) and Grade(s): ___________________________________________________
Phone: ___________________________ E-mail Address: ______________________________
Address: ______________________________________________________________________
Fees:  $15 Individual Membership  $10 staff membership
 $25 Family Membership (two cards + free directory)  $5 student membership
 Directory $5
Tax deductible donations:
 In support of PTA programs and scholarships _______  In support of After Prom _______

 In support of Every Fifteen Minutes _______ Total enclosed $_______

I would like to be contacted about volunteer opportunities  yes  no

Thank you for joining PTSA! Please complete this form and make your check payable to Magruder PTSA. mail it to:
PTSA Membership Committee; Magruder High School; 5939 Muncaster Mill Rd.;Rockville, MD 20855

PTSA membership questions? Contact Pat Chapin at patchapin10@yahoo.com

Magruder PTSA Can Help You Stay Informed!
E-MAIL ANNOUNCEMENTS. Want to be informed about PTSA meetings, events, volunteer opportunities,
and be notified when the PTSA newsletter, the Courier, is posted online? Please provide:
Contact name: ________________________E-mail address (even if listed above): ________________
PTSA COURIER ONLINE. You can get the newsletter faster online. To stop receiving paper copies, please provide:

Name(s) of students (even if listed above): _____________________________ Zip Code ______

(You will need to be on an e-mail list to be notified when new Courier issues are online. Please sign up above or
e-mail angela.tilley86@yahoo.com ) Col. Zadok Magruder High School PTSA, Inc. is approved as a tax ex-
empt, non-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code. Dues and other
contributions to the PTSA are tax deductible to the extent provided by law. Please consult your tax advisor.)
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Thank you Blue Ribbon BBQ for sponsoring lunch at the 1st annual Colonel Classic.

College Board Testing Accommodation for Students

with Disabilities By: Anne Goode, School Counselor

A student with a disability, a condition that substantially limits his or her ability to participate in Col-
lege Board tests, may be eligible for accommodations. The Student Eligibility Form needs to be sub-
mitted for a student requesting accommodations. A student may seek accommodations on the basis
of a disability for the SAT Reasoning Test, SAT Subject Tests, Advanced Placement Program Ex-
ams, and the PSAT/NMSQT by completing a Student Eligibility Form.
Only one form needs to be completed for all exams. It will cover all noted College Board testing
programs for as long as the student's school verifies annually that the eligibility requirements and
Guidelines for Documentation continue to be met. Test scores will not be provided if the accommo-
dations are not approved by the College Board prior to the test administration. It is important to note
that completing and submitting a Student Eligibility Form does not guarantee approval by the Col-
lege Board for accommodations for their testing programs.
Magruder has two SSD Coordinators to assist students and parents with this service. The coordinator
for students with an IEP is Mrs. Watson ( Donna_S_Watson@mcpsmd.org ) The coordinator for stu-
dents with a 504-plan is Dr. Berman ( Diane_R_Berman@mcpsmd.org ) .

Contact the appropriate SSD Coordinator to get a form and instructions on the process.
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Every 15 Minutes By: PATTY WINTERS

Who wouldn’t jump at the chance to reach hundreds of teenagers on making responsible choices as
a driver or passenger? And to meet and work with scores of wonderful parents, staff, and community
members who go beyond the extra mile for the sake of our teens? And for free?

I am looking for a Freshman or Sophomore parent to join me as Program Coordinator for our Every
15 Minutes 2011 event, to prepare to take the helm for the 2013 event.

What is Every 15 Minutes, anyway?

Every 15 Minutes is a national driver awareness program designed for high school Juniors and Sen-
iors. Its name comes from the statistic when it was founded over twenty years ago, that someone
died from an alcohol-related collision every fifteen minutes. In 2007, the US DOT reported this fa-
tality rate to be one every forty minutes. The decline is believed to be a result, in part, of interactive
programs such as Every 15 Minutes.

What happens during Every 15 Minutes?

The event is held over 2 days, usually close to Prom, because of the high incidence of underage
drinking at that time.
Please review details at the official website, http://www.every15minutes.com/enter.html. You can
also enter Every 15 Minutes in the Youtube search box, to see how other schools across the country
have held this program that reaches teens and saves lives.

Time to brag!
The Magruder High School 2009 Every 15 Minutes was stellar because we had awesome students
committed to the program, and thanks to shining parents and citizens in the community, parts of our
program are unique in Montgomery County, such as the simulated courtroom scene by Maryland Dis-
trict Court Judge Brian Kim.
We also included a cross-section of our student body and addressed other dangerous behaviors in-
cluding texting, speeding, drowsy driving, and not buckling the seat belt.
Our event was also included in the WJLA April 28, 2009 “Drive To Stay Alive” (link is no longer
active.)
Best of all, not only were there NO alcohol-related events at our 2009 Prom, one of our participants
reported attending an after-prom party with friends at a private residence where alcohol was served,
and they all left because of what they learned from Every 15 Minutes. These are just some of our
success stories!

Want to Join Us?

Please click on the Grim Reaper on the MHS PTSA homepage at www.mhs-ptsa.org for more infor-
mation.
Our first meeting will be Thursday, September 23, at 2:30 PM in the Media Center Conference
Room. If you have not already done so, please sign up with the Magruder Yahoo Groups Parent List-
Serve, at http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/magruderhs/news/news.aspx?id=138080,
and the PTSA List-Serve atwww.mhs-ptsa.org, to stay informed on our progress and other school
events. I would love to hear from you and will do my best to answer any of your questions. Contact
me at patty.winters@verizon.net, or Home: 301-519-87537, or Cell: 240-421-7166.
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Parent-Level Volunteer Jobs for Every 15 Minutes

Please note most jobs can be done from home and/or shared with a friend. I will be happy to help you get
started and assist you at your request along the way. These jobs require 0 to 3 hours/week (approx).

September, 2010 through April, 2011

Recording Secretary for E15M Committee Meetings (usually held once a month), Treasurer,
Correspondence Secretary (Sample letters of most correspondence available.),
Volunteer Coordinator ,Fund Raiser (to oversee fund-raisers already in place; you can take on
one or more), Public Relations Coordinator

September, 2010 through March, 2011

Tee-shirt Coordinator

February through April, 2011

Day 1 Food Coordinator, Assembly (agenda) Coordinator (booking speakers, Assembly
Program (hard copy handed out at assembly) Coordinator, Invitation Coordinator
Retreat Coordinator

March through May, 2011

Word Processor

April, 2011
Day 1 Runners (Please note parents/guardians of student participants are asked not to be pre-
sent on Day 1, as it is distracting to the students; all parents/guardians of student participants
will be welcome to the assembly, which includes a video of highlights of Day 1, and the Apprecia-
tion Brunch.), Makeup artists (no experience required!!) for Living Dead students, Grim
Reaper, Grim Reaper and Police Officer Assistant, Day 1 Welcome Table Greeters (2)
Assembly Usher Coordinator (an adult presence for student ushers), Appreciation Lunch-
Helpers.

If You and Your Loved Ones Have Absolute Protection from Drunk Drivers,

…you don’t need to come to the Auditorium on Thursday, October 14, at 7:30 PM.
For those of us who are not immune from this risk, come to a straight talk presentation on why the
scope of this problem affects everyone, and steps we can take to keep our family safe as we approach
Homecoming and the holidays. High school students welcome! Parents are respectfully requested
not to bring middle school-aged children due to the graphic content of the presentations.
Watch this list-serve and the Magruder High School PTSA website at www.mhs-ptsa.org for details!
For more information, please contact Patty Winters at patty.winters@verizon.net or 301-519-7537 or
240-421-7166.
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PTSA Facilities By:Dawn Trahern, PTSA Facilities Chairperson

Welcome Back Magruder Students and Families!
My name is Dawn Trahern and I am the 2010-2011 Facilities Chairperson for Magruder High School’s PTSA. I
have worked in various positions within the PTA organization at the local levels and have been active with the
Magruder Cluster CIP (Capital Improvement Program) needs.

Magruder’s Administration was very busy over the summer getting the school ready for our students and staff
and Building Services also worked hard getting the school ready for our students. Thanks to all who worked so
hard to get the year off to a good start.

We have some great news to report. Over the summer, Magruder received 84 new high resolution surveillance
cameras positioned inside the school and an additional 4 cameras were installed outside the building. Also, our
stairwells are now monitored by cameras. This equipment is state of the art and provides our administration and
security staff enhanced monitoring capabilities that allows for superior picture quality, strong zooming capabili-
ties and the system allows for recordings to be saved for review. Research states that increased monitoring of
the school building will serve as a crime deterrent, including theft, vandalism and other nefarious activities.
Please attend the next PTSA meeting to hear more about our new abilities to provide students and staff with in-
creased safety and security.

Another important change this year has been the change to our lunch schedule. After a thorough review of all
the variables, Mr. Evans and his administrative team adjusted the lunch schedule from four (4) grade-level
lunches to three (3) mixed grade lunches. Mr. Evans indicated that grade level lunches were instituted several
years ago and while he fully supported the grade level lunches and worked to keep them in place as long as pos-
sible; the increasing demands on the school’s master schedule and the amount of administrative time necessary
to monitor 4 lunches has caused the need for this change. Please be aware that we were the only school in the
county to run a 4 period lunch. Most schools run a 2 and sometimes 3 period lunches. To accommodate for the
change, a couple of changes were instituted in the cafeteria. For example, all extra lunch tables were removed
from the room and the lost and found was relocated. This helped open up part of the room and reduce the clut-
ter. The posted room capacity for the cafeteria is 800. Tables are arranged in very much the way you would
expect to see traditional school cafeteria setups. There are approximately 520 students in lunches 1 & 2. These
lunches are monitored by 1 Administrator, 1 staff member and 2 members of the security team. Lunch 3 is our
largest lunch with approximately 650 students. This lunch is monitored by 2 Administrators, 2 staff members
and 3 members of the security staff. According to staff, the lunch lines are running smoothly with ample time
for the students to eat. Staff will continue to monitor the lines throughout the year to make sure all students are
provided adequate time to eat lunch. Further, Mr. Evans and other members of the staff described lunches as
running very smoothly and students are adjusting well to the change. Mr. Evans indicated changes can and will
be made as conditions warrant.

Finally, there is something for the students to look forward to in the cafeteria next year. Magruder is approved
to pilot a program through MCPS’s food services division where students will have healthier food choices that
are more appealing with greater options. For example, we expect the program to have wonderful salad and
sandwich choices – they have even discussed sushi! Stay tuned. We will keep you posted on the progress.
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Student Service Learning (SSL) Notes

Give a Little Time…Make a Big Difference

September 2010
SSL is a graduation requirement in the state of Maryland. Understand the SSL plan in Montgomery
County Public Schools (MCPS) by contacting the SSL coordinator in any middle or high school and ex-
ploring the SSL Web site www.mcpsssl.org.
Service performed during the summer for which SSL hours are desired must be documented on MCPS
Form 560-51, Student Service Learning Activity Verification and turned in to the SSL coordinator by the
last Friday in September (September 24).
All organizations and opportunities for which SSL hours are desired must be preapproved. Check the
list of organizations tagged, “Approved SSL MCPS” and opportunities tagged, “MCPS SSL Approved”
at the website www.mcpsssl.org or get MCPS Form 560-50, Request for SSL Preapproval granted in
advance of any involvement.
Students may serve on campaigns of individuals running for public office. MCPS Form 560-50, Re-
quest for SSL Preapproval is required by each student in advance of any service.
The award of SSL hours outside of the instructional day (before school, lunchtime, after school) is one
SSL hour for every hour of service within a 24 hours period. NO EXCEPTIONS.

October 2010
All SSL activities must be documented on MCPS Form 560-51, Student Service Learning Activity Verifi-
cation and turned in to the school SSL coordinator according to timelines.
Students should keep copies of all SSL documents that they turn into the school or community repre-
sentatives.
Organizations and opportunities not listed at www.mcpsssl.org must be pre approved using MCPS
Form 560-50, Request for SSL Preapproval.
Students may address hunger and homelessness in Montgomery County by preparing bag lunches and
dinners in their homes for delivery to homeless facilities. This is an exception to the guideline that all
service must occur in a public place. Check out the details at the Questions and Answers section at
www.mcpsssl.org.
Stay aware of ways to become involved in the Montgomery County Community Service Day this month.

Students, organizations in need of volunteers can also be found on the new Magruder Web Page under
SSL . This information is updated as it comes in..
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May, 2011 AFTER PROM PARTY PLANNING NOW!… PLEASE COME JOIN US!
The first meeting of planning the After Prom Party for May, 20ll is Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at
7:00 in Room B111. The theme for the After Prom Party will be decided at this meeting. Please join
us! Many volunteers are needed to make this a safe, fun and memorable evening (early morning!) for
our kids. We would love to have you volunteer your help.

Any monetary donations are tax deductable to you! This event cost about $10,000 to produce and fi-
nancial help from our Magruder families and community is needed. Please sign up below to help or to
make a donation. Thank you!

We are collecting printer cartridges, toner cartridges, and cell phones. There is a collection recycling
box in the main office and in the media center. Thank you!

Contacts: Patti Fornatora 301-963-6212 or pfornatora@msn.com

and Deby Dicello 301-740-9828 or djdpgh@aol.com

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I want to Make the 2011 Magruder After Prom a Success.

Name: _________________________ Phone: ________________ E-Mail:____________________

Call me about helping with:

Fundraisers_________ Decorations__________ Publicity__________

Mailings___________ Amusements_________ Ticket Sales________

Food______________ Volunteer Co-ordinator__________

My family would like to make a donation! ___________

(Checks should be made payable to MHS PTSA-After Prom and mailed to:

Lisa Sally, AP Treasurer, 4412 Custis Drive, Rockville, MD 20853)

MAGRUDER HIGH SCHOOL SPIRIT SHOP

Available at home games (Spirit Shop) or you can order from our site;
WWW.MAGRUDERBOOSTER.COM

Support your school by wearing Magruder High School Spirit Wear. If you would like
to help the Booster Club, please call Mike Sally at 240-286-2712
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Magruder Athletic

Booster Club

The 2010-2011 school year is underway and we would appreciate your support this year for our
athletic programs and athletes here at Magruder High School. The funds that we raise through
memberships, spirit wear, and concessions proceeds provides support for our student athletes,
coaches, and facilities at Magruder.

Membership Drive / Spirit Wear:

We have 4 different membership program levels for 2010-11 that each offer tangible benefits
for you. The specifics on our membership levels:

(Gold—$250, Big M—$150, Colonel—$75 and Blue/Gray—$25)

are available online from the Magruder Athletic Booster Club website, or at many of the fall
sports events. Remember… the funds that are generated from your memberships translate into
more dollars that we can apply toward the athletic programs /athletes at Magruder. The
“Colonel Corner” Shop will be open again during the football games in the outdoor concession
stand at the football field. Please drop by to see our latest selection of Magruder apparel this
year. There are many men’s and women’s styles to choose from!

WASHINGTON CAPS TICKETS RAFFLE!!!

For every $25.00 in Memberships purchased, you will receive a chance on our Caps tickets give-away
drawing for (4) premium seats to a game. Therefore the higher the membership level, the more chances
you have of winning. Our drawing will be held on December 13th during our home hoops opener.

Thanks for your support!!!

For more information contact: Jeff Boyd at jboyd@synerbysales.com or at 240-426-1400.

You can mail your completed application and check to us, or drop it off at the Concession Stand during home football games. You
can pick up your Spirit Wear at our “Spirit Shop” next to the concession stand at the field. Thanks for you support this year.

GO COLONELS!!!
 Colonel Zadok Magruder High School
5939 Muncaster Mill Road
Rockville, MD 20855
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