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  • Callout from Ms. Thomas - Sent 3/10
    • The Junior Caregivers Meeting for College Information has been RESCHEDULED to a Zoom meeting on Thursday, April 4th to align with Counselor - Student meetings, details below.
    • Women's History Month is here! Weekly Lunch Discussions & Speakers in the Media Center
      • 3/14 - Expect Respect: Healthy Relationship Workshop
      • 3/28 - Ms. Natalie Abegesah, Human Resources, discussing interviewing, resumes, and work
    • Music in our Schools Month
      • Join us in saying THANK YOU to the dedicated music educators at QO who help our students express their creativity in school!
    • NOW: Summer Rise Program - Registration Opens at 8am
      • Details about the program, Parent/Guardian and Student Info Sessions and more on the Summer Rise Webpage
  • NOW: Mulch Sale - order online through the Booster Club!  ONLY $6.00/bag for Brown Mulch and $7.00/bag for Black Mulch, mulch must be ordered by 3/13 to ensure delivery for orders of 10 or more bags.  Orders of 9 bags or less can be picked up from 5:30pm to 6:30pm on 3/15/2024. 
  • CollegeTracks and the College and Career Center are great resources for students and caregivers.
  • Caregivers wishing to volunteer to support the Project Lead The Way program should apply here and contact Mr. Omari Sarjeant

Junior Caregiver College Meeting

The Junior Caregiver Meeting originally scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday, March 13, is rescheduled for Thursday, April 4 from 6:30-7:30 PM via Zoom. This later date provides alignment to just before the time when the counselors will start conducting their rising senior meetings with students. Other important topics will be covered that are key to know for the Class of 2025, including internships, post-secondary options, college search and applications, financial aid, testing requirements, and additional opportunities for connecting with the QOHS College & Career Center.  We hope to see you on 4/4! The Zoom meeting will be recorded and available for later viewing on the QOHS website.
Join Zoom Meeting: https://mcpsmd.zoom.us/j/85820646069?pwd=cUh6VUFLazhGYmp6NjFZelV1T1ltZz09
Meeting ID: 858 2064 6069
Passcode: 138611

Semester 2 Admin Presentation

Students and families can review the information using these links - English version: https://bit.ly/QOsemester2 and Spanish version: https://bit.ly/QOsemestre2

Parking Reminders

Parking permits must be displayed in the vehicle on the rear-view mirror with the number facing out. Permits are non-transferable and will be revoked if used by vehicles other than the registered student.  Permit holders are expected to follow all the regulations posted in the weekly callout and the application.  Student vehicles will be issued "violation stickers" along with additional consequences for violating the aforementioned regulations. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Mr. Yarborough or Ms. Eberhart-Bliss in the main office at (240) 740-3600.

Summer Rise - Looking for Sponsors

Are you interested in sharing your career experience with rising 2024-2025 MCPS high school juniors and seniors? Learn more about how to become a host for the 2024 Summer RISE program!

The Department of Partnerships is seeking businesses, government agencies, higher education institutions and nonprofit organizations to host students for a minimum of 50 hours of in-person, virtual or hybrid experiences. Read more.

Specific Class Info - 9th - 12th grade

Athletic Event Info

Winter Sport Contests are into the playoff season and Spring Sports are beginning, please read through all the information below about policies and procedures for our events.  And remember that ALL season tickets and single game tickets MUST be puchased online via GoFan.  There are no cash purchases at the gate for events.

Please be advised that there are new protocols and procedures in place at ALL Athletic events.  Please read through the MCPS Athletics Safety Plan, read the highlighted specific protocols below and watch this important video from the Student-Athlete Leadership Council.

  • Season Tickets can still be purchased, all online through GoFan.
  • All tickets must be purchased online through GoFan, tickets must be on your digital device and redeemed by Athletic Department Staff at the entrance gate.
    • No screenshots, images or already redeemed tickets will be accepted.
    • Everyone age 11+ must purchase a ticket to attend and event.
  • High School students must show Student ID along with their ticket to enter ALL events.
  • All Elementary and Middle School students MUST be accompanied and supervised by an Adult Chaperone during the entire event.
  • NO Re-Entry into the game and NO Entry after Halftime
  • NO Outside Food or Drink

Yearbooks

Buy your 2024 yearbook now to take advantage of the lowest prices of the year at www.jostens.com!

Pathway to College, Career & Community Readiness

Check out these amazing resources MCPS has provided regarding students being College, Career and Community ready upon graduation. These items were also shared at Back to School Night. Parent/Caregiver videos in English and Spanish.  Pathway Parent/Caregiver Resources  for Elementary School, Middle School,and High School.

Learn more about the Montgomery County Career Advising Program (MoCoCAP) through their websiteThe vision for MoCoCAP is to provide career advising services that will enable students to vividly describe their own strengths, interests, and workplace values; identify how they are expanding their skills and knowledge; describe the various opportunities ahead of them; and describe their goals for their future as they develop life long career management skills. During the 2023-2024 school year MoCoCAP will support Grade 6 and Grade 9 students, and expand the roll out of MoCoCAP to all secondary students by the 2025-2026 school year.  We are waiting for more information from MCPS about when we will be able to start the advising process in our building.

Gaithersburg Student Union

Gaithersburg Student Union (GSU) will be back at QOHS on select days at lunch! Join the GSU Staff for more information on Tuesday & Friday in the Small Gym and Wednesday in Room 102 for information and snacks. The Student Union is a club for high school students that provides enrichment programs for students in grades 9 - 12. Activities include fitness and sports programs, arts and music, field trips, and volunteer opportunities. Follow them on Instagram @COGStudentUnion. Ask Ms. Ashman for the registration information or email Mr. Vera at StudentUnion@gaithersburgmd.gov.

PTSA & Booster Club

SSL Opportunities

All MCPS students must earn 75 SSL hours to graduate from high school. Summer break is a great time for middle and high school students to earn SSL hours! To learn more about upcoming in-person and virtual/remote SSL opportunities and the required SSL documentation, please click here, visit the MCPS SSL webpage, the Montgomery County Volunteer Center webpage, or the QO Counseling SSL webpage or contact the new SSL Coordinator, Ms. Miller - Kelly_P_Miller@mcpsmd.org.

Health Education Requirement Change

The Maryland State Board of Education recently changed its graduation requirement for health education. Students in the Class of 2025 and beyond must now earn one full credit for graduation; previously, they earned one half-credit. Again, this requirement begins with the Class of 2025. The change does not impact students in the Class of 2023 or 2024. Details can be found on the QO Health Education page.

FREE English Language Learner Classes for MCPS Parents

In collaboration with MCPS, the Literacy Council of Montgomery County (LCMC) is offering free English language learner classes for MCPS parents. The classes will be held virtually and in person, and there will be options for all levels of English speakers. They are available to any MCPS parent for whom English is not their first language. Parents can complete this interest form to receive a placement test: https://mcpsweb.wufoo.com/forms/english-classes-for-mcps-parents/ This form is available in multiple languages. Parents with questions regarding the availability of classes and sign up process should contact Kevin Ralph from LCMC at kevin@lcmcmd.org or call 240-665-0471.

FARMS - It's More than Just Free Meals

The 2023-24 ONLINE FARMS (Free and Reduced Meals) APPS ARE AVAILABLE NOW!  Apply online at MySchoolApps.com (translations available) TODAY! Families are required to submit this form each year.

  • Click here for an English video tutorial.
  • Vea aquí un vídeo paso a paso en español sobre cómo completar la solicitud de FARMS.

Meal Prices:

  • Breakfast: Regular Price (All Levels): $1.30; Reduced Price (All Levels): No Cost
  • Lunch: Regular Price: $2.55 (Elementary), $2.80 (Middle and High)
  • Students in Maryland who qualify for reduced-price meals will not be charged for meals!

Adding money to your student account - Go to www.myschoolbucks.com and click on "Sign up today!" to set-up a lunch account for your student.  For more information & school menus visit: Division of Food & Nutrition Services - Montgomery County Public Schools, Rockville, MD (montgomeryschoolsmd.org)  If you need assistance completing the online FARMS application, please contact your student’s counselor.

QO Theatre Information & Updates

Follow this link for more information on all the exciting things QO Theatre has coming up and be sure to follow them on Twitter and Instagram @qohstheatre. Feel free to email Ms. Vogel with any questions jessica_hague@mcpsmd.org.

Restorative Justice

You may have heard the term “Restorative Justice” or RJ. RJ is about managing relationships, communication, collaboration, conflict resolution, and community building. At Quince Orchard, we will be engaging students, staff, and parents in our efforts to build a stronger community to support our students in achieving excellence. Please use this QOHS Restorative Justice Video and Survey link to access a video detailing QOHS Restorative Justice and complete the survey with your feedback. Thanks for your participation!  

Antiracist System Audit

We know that messages from MCPS often get lost and sometimes misconstrued. The website for the Antiracist Audit has been updated and below are some materials that can help provide some more insight and support for our community members about the audit and during the audit.