Congratulations to our Field Hockey team who this past week won their third straight state championship! Our entire school could not be more proud of Coach Amy Skrickus and her team for the past three years of winning. The team has 17 seniors who have established Crofton's Field Hockey culture of excellence on and off the field, teamwork, and perseverance. Our seniors will be missed, but we know the future is bright!

Sticking with athletics, tonight our girls soccer program is vying for their second state title vs. Whitman High at Loyola University at 5 pm. Please come out and support our team - Go Cards!

Another highlight from this past week, our World Language Competition team competed at Anne Arundel County Community College and impressed in a multitude of events. They won the culture and geography rounds and finished second in the t-shirt competition. Congratulations to our students teachers for showing the entire county what amazing students we have!

All weekend, the Cardinal Players' Fall comedy, This Murder Was Staged, will be playing in our auditorium. Please come out to laugh and see what our talented students can do. Find ticket information and more below for this weekend's showing.

On November 25th and 26th, Parent-Teacher Conferences will take place virtually. Links to sign up for these virtual conferences with your students' teachers have been placed on our website. The office will be open on Monday, November 25th if questions arise, but the office will be closed on Tuesday, November 26th.

Thank you all for a great week and remember you can always find more information about any of our events on our website www.croftonhigh.com.

Have a great weekend Crofton!

#TogetherCardsFly

Greg Ryan

Principal

Crofton High School

MTSS is excited to announce Khloe Wills won the second of two October MTSS prizes for achievement in one or more classes.  This includes 2 tickets to the Taylor Swift Corn Maze for Saturday, November 2nd.

Additionally, 24 other students have won smaller prizes (snacks, candy & school supplies) donated by our lovely community members!

For the remainder of October, we are ACHIEVING.  Teachers will give out cards for earning top marks on assignments, seeking help during CARDS Connect, setting up study groups, taking the lead in class activities, etc.  

Students can still win snacks, treats & school supplies!!  Encourage your kids to check their grades regularly and enter their green "Achieve" tickets in our October drawing.

We would also like to share our Student Wishlist this month of prizes our students have requested (mostly food ... 😁).  With these prizes, we can give out even more awards each month to students who are "ACHIEVING" (in October) and remaining "RESPECTFUL" in November.  Please take a look to see if you can contribute to our efforts at spreading positivity to celebrate positive student behavior.

It's opening night of a brand-new mystery play, but just as the killer is about to be revealed, the body of the play's director falls onstage instead. In that moment, the theater becomes an active crime scene, and everyone from cast to crew to even the audience becomes a suspect. But how is the intrepid detective supposed to find the killer when everyone and their mother (literally) has a motive to want the demanding director gone? This Murder Was Staged is a fast-paced, backstabbing, backstage comedy that will make you laugh and giggle in your seats! 

Come join the Cardinal Players as they stage this comedy production. The show opens on November 14th and runs through November 17th. Please come out and enjoy the show! 

Tickets are on sale now (Reserved seating): This Murder Was Staged Tickets

• AACPS Calendar

• Crofton High Attendance Procedures

• Grading Policy Updates for 2024-2025

• Cell Phones in School Expectations

• Student Device Loaner Program

Greetings Crofton Families! AACPS provides bilingual services for families. Below is the contact information for the facilitators who support the Crofton families. You can also find information here, our county's bilingual information page.

For Spanish contact Griselda Baquedano at gbaquedano@aacps.org

For Chinese contact Chen Chen at cchen@AACPS.org

For Korean contact Grace Kim at ehkim@aacps.org

For Urdu and Punjabi contact Humira Butt at hbutt@aacps.org

For Portuguese contact Joaquin Corradine at jcorradini@aacps.org

All students who are interested in having a pass for the 2nd semester will need to complete the attached request form.

https://forms.gle/gEdAkBk3znpTqA9t7

Important

1.      Information received by December 14, 2024 will be considered for 2nd semester parking permits – this includes completion of the Interest google form, supporting documentation and fully completed applications.

2.      Incomplete applications, lack of documents and applying after December 14 will cause the request to set aside and considered if space remains in the lot. 

3.      Students approved for parking will be notified through their AACPS email by January 10, 2025. This will be a one-way communication. Do not send replies to this notice as they will not be received.

4.      If you have questions, reach out directly to Ms. Johnston at cjohnston@aacps.org (do not use your school email or it will not be received), call 410-451-5300 or stop by the main office.

5.      All passes must be picked up by January 17, 2025 and are valid from January 22, 2025 to May 13, 2025.  All semester 1 passes are void.

Students with a current parking pass

Interns – you are approved if you are on the list provided by Ms. Dillon.

AACC/ECAP - If you are attending AACC, submit a copy of your AACC registration that shows your name, the classes you are taking and when they meet.

All others – list the reason you are requesting a parking pass, provide supporting documentation if you work during the school day.

If you are approved for a parking pass for the 2nd semester, you will be notified when you can come in to pick up your pass.

Students without a current parking pass

In addition to the google interest form and requested supporting documentation, you will need:

1.      A hard copy of the registration form

2.      A copy of your driver’s license, registration, and proof of insurance

3.      Review a parking permit powerpoint and complete a questionnaire (sent to your school email address).

If you are approved for a parking pass for the 2nd semester, you will be notified when you can come in to pick up your pass.

Our fall sports season is underway. You can find all information needed about our athletic program at croftonathletics.com.

Crofton High School Winter Sports Information 2024 -2025 

Crofton High School Athletics will start tryouts on Friday, November 15 for the Winter Sports Season.

Please find information below that is needed to register, tryout and participate in our winter sports program.  Questions or concerns specific to an individual program or sport should be directed to the head coach of that program, coaches contact information is below.

• Athletes that participated in a fall sport must register again for winter sports and upload all required documents to their new registration.

Family ID will open on October 15th for the Fall Sports Season.

1. Register on Family ID (Arbiter Sports) for the Winter 2024 - 2025 Sports Season at the following link, https://www.familyid.com/crofton-high-school.

2. The deadline to register for winter sports will be Tuesday, November 12th at 11 PM.  Athletes who have not registered or submitted an approved physical will not be able to participate.

3. Please visit croftonathletics.com (Click on the tab “MORE” then under the “Registration” category, click Family ID Registration Information) for any questions about Family ID as well as any forms you will need to complete your registration.

4. Make sure your physical form is uploaded and dated after 6/1/2024 and REMOVE ALL PREVIOUS YEAR’S PHYSICAL FORMS.  Registrations will not be approved until all forms from previous years have been removed.

5. Physicals must be a SPORTS PHYSICALS and state that the athlete is cleared to participate in athletics. Child Wellness forms will not be accepted.  Athletes are required to have an updated physical each year (June 1 to June 1 of the upcoming or current school year) to participate in athletics.

6. To contact coaches please check out the following link – https://croftonathletics.com/coaching-staff/

7. Please be on the lookout for more information and please reach out with any questions to jmartin@aacps.org  .

Dates to Remember:

• October 15:  Family ID opens for Winter 2024 - 2025

• November 12:  Registration closes on Family ID for Winter 24 - 25 Athletic Programs

• November 14:  Meet the Coaches Night - 6:00 PM

• November 15:  First day of tryouts

  
  

The Crofton High School music students are going to Disney in December 2025! Please help your favorite music student raise money for their trip. Poinsettias purchased during this fundraiser will decorate the stage at the Winter Concert of your choice in December. For an extra fee, poinsettias can be donated in honor or memory of someone. These special poinsettias will be labeled with your custom message and that recognition will be included in the program. Orders will be collected until Monday, December 2. Poinsettias will be available for pick-up after each concert. Delivery or alternative pick-up can be arranged by contacting croftonhighmusic@gmail.com, if you are unable to attend the concert.

https://my.cheddarup.com/c/poinsettias-for-performers

The yearbooks for the 2024-25 school year are on sale now for the general price of $125. You can purchase your yearbook here: Purchase Your Crofton Yearbook

**All seniors will receive a FREE set of autograph pages (whether a yearbook was purchased or not) this spring.

Questions? Please contact yearbook advisor Becca Bittman (rbittman@aacps.org) 

Parents, Family and Friends:

The chance to put your thoughts, well wishes and feelings into the yearbook for 2025 graduating seniors is here! Yearbook recognition ads are a great way to commemorate student achievements and important milestones for your senior. You can do it entirely online OR mail in photos/text to the company. Ads orders are due by 12/15/24

Size Options

1/2 Page: $275.00, Maximum of 6 photos and 600 characters* 

1/4 Page: $175.00, Maximum of 3 photos and 300 characters*

1/8 Page  $100.00, Maximum of 1 photos and 100 characters*

*Characters include spaces & punctuation

Please click on this link for more detailed information: Senior Yearbook Ad Order Information

You can also go directly to www.tributeads.com and search for Crofton High School in order to upload your own custom ad OR use one of the templates provided to design an ad for your student.

Please note the following: 

-We are NOT offering full page ads

-The Crofton High School Yearbook program and administration reserve the right to proof your ad before being submitted for final yearbook publishing. You will be contacted with ample time to resubmit an ad for your senior should changes need to be made.

-Tribute Ads reserves the right to edit any text, copy, images or photo that infringes on copyright laws. If you have any questions, please Google copyright laws to review.

​Questions? Please contact yearbook advisor Becca Bittman (rbittman@aacps.org).

Attention Seniors/Senior Families

The Yearbook staff are collecting baby photos of your seniors until November 28th for our Senior Baby yearbook section!

Please use the following link to submit a photo of your graduating senior: Senior Baby Photo Submission

The National Honor Society is awarding $2 million dollars in scholarships to 600 students.  The scholarship recipients are selected based on their demonstration of the four pillars of NHS:  Scholarship, Service, Leadership and Character.   

Direct information about the scholarship may be found at the website below.

The due date for Applications is NOVEMBER 26th 5pm. 

Any questions can be directed to cmspencer@aacps.org 

Here's the website to give more information about the scholarship.

https://www.nationalhonorsociety.org/advisers/the-nhs-scholarship/

Important Information regarding registration for the National Honor Society Scholarship. 

The Log on information will request the name of the school   Please use Crofton High School with the zip code 21054

If Crofton High School is not accepted, please use code 01122238

Any log on issues can be directed to 

The National Honor Society @  1-800-253-7746

The NHS Scholarship

Tell Your Student Leaders to Apply for the NHS Scholarship Since 1946, the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) has awarded more than $25 million in scholarships to outstanding students.

www.nationalhonorsociety.org

The ASVAB is being offered to any 10th, 11th, or 12th graders at Crofton High School on November 21st.  Please have your student sign up in Naviance under College Visits if they are interested in taking the ASVAB.  

Colleges and universities are eager to meet our exceptional Cardinals! Students can sign up for college visits through Naviance. We encourage you to regularly check the list of upcoming visits in Naviance under the "What's New" section on your homepage or by clicking on "College Visits" under the Colleges header. If you have specific schools in mind, be sure to add them to your "Colleges I'm Thinking About" and/or "Colleges I'm Applying To" lists in Naviance for automatic updates on colleges of interest. Additionally, college visits will be advertised on the television screens around the school and in senior and junior homerooms each Monday.

The Crofton High School Counseling Department highly recommends taking advantage of the opportunity to meet with a college representative from any school you are considering attending. This will allow you to meet face-to-face with a representative, ask specific questions, and express your interest in attending their institution. College visits will take place in the College and Career Center (room B375) from 9:35am-10:10am or during Cardinals Connect (11:15am-11:50am). You can view the full list of upcoming college visits in Naviance. If you have any questions about college visits, please reach out to your school counselor or contact Ms. Cantine at scantine@aacps.org.

Thank you, CrHS School Counseling Department

As we wrap up our college visits, we want to thank all our students for taking advantage of the opportunity to speak with admission representatives from colleges across the country. 

Exciting news! We have two on-site admission events coming up: 

• November 20th  - Frostburg State University at 9:15am

• December 6th - Salisbury University at 9:15am

Both college visits will take place in the College & Career Center (B375). Be sure to submit your college application prior to the event in order to participate in the onsite admission process. Students' applications will be reviewed by the admissions representative and a decision will be provided the same day. If you have any questions about the process and/or the schools, please reach out to your school counselor.

From the Signature Office:

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🦃 Turkey Trot 5K‘24

This 5k is being put on to highlight the importance of a healthy lifestyle and raise money for Health Awareness.  Proceeds will go towards supporting our Signature Program as well as we will be donating a portion to Athletes Serving Athletes! If you have any questions please reach out to Mr. Bernstein (slbernstein@aacps.org) or Ms. Rowan (growan@aacps.org) for more information. We cannot wait to see you there!

Trot Details:

The Trot will take place at Crofton High School

Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/CROFTONTT24 

Saturday, November 23rd @ Crofton High School

Check-in/Registration: 7:00-8:00AM

Please sign-up ASAP to secure spot! We’re filling up quickly!

Pre-run Stretch hosted by Rehab2Perform: 7:45AM

Run timed event start: 8:00AM 

Walk/Trot start: 8:15AM (Line up after runner start)

Post-run recovery Boots available from Rehab2Perform

Raffle Prizes

Everyone that signs up will be automatically added to a raffle for prizes!

So far we have:

Taichi Bubble team - 10 $10 Gift Cards 

Fresh Market - $25 Gift Card

Papa Johns - 3 1 Large Free Pizza

Nektar Juice Bar - Coupons & $15 Gift Card

Cost Details:

Registration Window Oct 18 - Nov 10th

Ages 18 & Under (Students): $15 

Adults: $25

Registration gives you:

Entry to Trot

Trot T-Shirt

Race Bibb

Entry to a raffle for prizes! 

Please submit for each participant in our Turkey Trot.

Sponsorship:

Our event is currently looking for sponsors to donate to our event! We are hosting a raffle for the

contestants and are looking for items from your company/business to gift to our raffle winners

to enhance our event experience! Items can include but not limited too:

• Gift Cards

• Company/Business Swag

• Coupons/Discounts/Memberships

• Misc Items

If you would like to be a sponsor, or know someone or an organization that would want to, please reach out to us via email.  slbernstein@aacps.org | growan@aacps.org

All Trotters will receive an email early next week with race day specifics.

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🥯🍪🍿Snacks with Signature!🍿🍪🥯

About Snacks with Signature - Students will have the opportunity to sign-up for various guest speakers in industry and enjoy snacks! Our speaker line-up is constantly being updated with more speakers!  Please visit our continuously updated line-up of speakers [bit.ly/snackswithsignature]  to sign-up! Seats are limited.  [Photo Reel]

Calling all students interested in Aerospace, Air Force, & Space Force! 

Upcoming November 21st - Major Ronald Miller, U.S. Space Force! 

Please email Steven Bernstein, Signature Site Coordinator or Gabby Rowan, Signature Lead Teacher, if you have any questions! SLBernstein@aacps.org | GRowan@aacps.org

PTSO Announcements

• Volunteers Needed for Cardinal Bowl Concessions 11/21

• Coffee Cart for Staff - Volunteers & Donations Needed- 11/25

• Senior Banner Sale

• Spirit Wear Sale

• PTSO Positions Open - 2nd Vice President (Events) & Secretary

• Connect With Us

NEW! Cardinals First Flight & Cardinal  Bowl Volunteers Needed 11/21

We need two “grill masters” from 5 - 6 pm to grill up some burgers and hot dogs for sale at the concession stand. Additionally, we need four concession stand workers from 5:15 - 6:45 pm to take and fulfill orders. Grill masters and concession workers will be admitted free to the Cardinal Bowl. Concessions will close at the end of halftime. Then volunteers may enjoy watching the remainder of the Cardinal Bowl game! We also need volunteers to check in families for the Cardinals First Flight ceremony and assist on the field. Gates open at 5:30 pm, and the ceremony will be at 6 pm. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0A4CABAA23A46-52877454-volunteers#/ 

Coffee Cart for Staff - Volunteers & Donations Needed - 11/25

The PTSO is thrilled to treat our hardworking teachers and staff with a FREE coffee cart on conference day, Monday, November 25! We’re seeking donations of snacks and volunteers to make this event a success. Since Crofton High is such a large school, we’ll have four carts making the rounds! How Volunteers Can Help: Volunteers will take the carts door-to-door, offering staff coffee and treats. If any staff members aren’t yet PTSO members, simply ask them to sign in on the clipboard (membership is free!). Volunteer & Drop-Off Details: Arrival Time: 8:30 AM at the school; the event should wrap up by 10 AM. Snack Drop-Off: Donations can be dropped off at the PTSO President's house on Saturday, November 23, or Sunday, November 24, or at the school by 8:30 AM on Monday, November 25. Thank you for supporting our amazing staff—your contributions make a difference! Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DABAC2DA4F5C70-52683227-crhs

Order Senior Banners - Online Store Now Open

Celebrate your senior by ordering a banner from Annapolis Copy & Print! A portion of the sales will be donated back to the PTSO to benefit senior activities. Banners ordered by 3/14/2025 will be delivered to school and hung up in the hallways. After 3/14/2025, banners can be ordered and picked up in-store for your personal use. Order here:

https://www.annapoliscopy.com/products/24/crofton-hs-banners 

Spirit Wear Sale

Just in time for the holidays, the Crofton High School Spirit Store is OPEN!! Our exclusive Spirit Wear Store has everything you need from trendy tees to cozy hoodies and everything in between. All orders ship directly to your door, and most items ship within 3-5 business days after production. Your purchase goes beyond showing school spirit. With every order placed, proceeds directly benefit PTSO programs and events. Shop here!

PTSO Leaders Needed

2nd Vice President & Secretary Needed! The PTSO has immediate openings for 2nd Vice President (Events) & Secretary for this school year. The 2nd VP of Events oversees and assists event leaders and volunteers and ensures all our events run smoothly. The Secretary is responsible for taking minutes at our monthly meetings. Contact President Samantha Weaver (president@croftonhighschoolptso.org) for more info!

Connect With Us

Haven’t joined the PTSO yet? Click here to join! Follow the PTSO on Facebook and Instagram! Check out our website which is updated weekly. And bookmark this Linktree which has ALL the PTSO links in one place and is continually updated.

NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP WEEK - NOVEMBER 17-23, 2024 EVENTS

AACPS Youth Apprenticeship Celebration Event

In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, we are thrilled to invite you to our 4th Annual Apprenticeship Celebration Event! This year’s event will be held on Monday, November 18th, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, at our brand-new Severn Run High School.

Join us for an evening showcasing the many business partners who offer youth apprenticeships to our Crofton students and hear from current Crofton student apprentices working across many industries including cyber, hospitality, public utilities, and more.  This unique opportunity will allow you to explore apprenticeship programs, opportunities and engage with our business partners. Spanish interpreters will be available.  

View the invitation here.  Spanish version here.

National Apprenticeship Week - All Trades Open House 2024

Plumbers and Gasfitters Local 5 is hosting an All Trades Open House on Friday, November 22nd, 2024 from 10am to 5pm featuring tours, exhibits, demonstrations, food and drinks. This Open House encompasses all trades including:

Bricklayers, Plumbers, Ironworkers, Insulators, Electricians, Operating Engineers, Sheet Metal, Steamfitters, Carpenters and Finishing Trades.

Please see flyer here or register for the free event at this link: https://mailchi.mp/plumbersualocal5training/naw2024registration

Seniors - Steamfitters Local 602 Application Opens November 1, 2024

Just a friendly reminder, Steamfitters Local 602 will open their apprenticeship application process tomorrow, November 1st. Please share with your clients and customers.

What is a Steamfitter? 

A Steamfitter is a person who fabricates, installs, and services piping systems. Steamfitters work on different types of piping systems – Residential, Commercial, and Industrial.  Residential systems are in your house or apartment.  Commercial systems are heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration.  Industrial systems are the construction of piping systems for electrical power generators, wastewater treatment, solid waste disposal, and industrial manufacturing process. 

What is the Steamfitter Apprentice Program? 

The Apprenticeship program is a five-year training program.  Apprentices are assigned to a union contractor and work on assigned work sites, generally forty hours per week, depending on the job conditions and the economy. 

What Does the Apprentice Program Cost? Apprentices are not charged tuition!  The Heating, Piping, and Refrigeration Training Fund covers the cost of an education worth over $45,000.  All members, through their benefits package, pay into the Training Fund to help facilitate the continuation of a skilled union trade.  The cost to the apprentice includes textbooks, school supplies, personal protection equipment, and certification fees which are typically less than $400 per year.  You will be required to provide your own reliable transportation to work and school. 

How do I get started?

Visit https://602training.org/application-process to learn more about this program and how to apply.

If you are interested in applying for a helper’s job, please contact the Steamfitters Local 602 Union Hall at https://steamfitters-602.org/join.aspx

For more information, please review the attached flyer or

contact Local 602 at 301.341.1555 or

Email: info@602training.org

Seniors Interested in Plumbing and Pipefitters Apprenticeship after Graduation

The Washington D.C. Joint Plumbing Appretnice Committee is now accpeting applications for the 2025-2026 Apprenticeship Training Program school year.  Please visit local5training.org for more information and the application.  

Internship Position Available Immediately - Graphic Design, Content Creator, Marketing

Seniors interested in a career in graphic design, content creataion and marketing, there is a woman-owned, small business in Crofton looking for an intern as soon as possible to assist in building her gift box business with a content creator and markeing intern.  Looking for a student who is familiar with Canva and creatively posting on social media platorms, developing marketing material and using your creativity to build unique and personalized gift boxes for corporate and consumer clients.  Position is hybrid working both in the shop and at home.  This opportunity would be a great resume builder.  Please see Mrs. Dillon in B375 for more information.  

 UMD A, James Clark School of Engineering Women in Engineering - WIE are Makers Event

Experience Maryland Engineering though hands-on projects.  Sunday, November 17, 2024 from 1:30-3:00.

To learn more and register, visit: eng.umd.edu/women/future-students/6-12-programs

ATTN PARENTS: FEDERAL IMPACT PROGRAM SURVEY

Parents who are active military or who live or work on Federal Property in Maryland are

asked to complete this year’s Federal Impact Aid Survey that became available on

September 30, 2024.

You will be asked to verify your home address and identify if it is located on federal

property. You will also complete sections identifying if a family member is in the military

or works on federally owned property in Maryland. The survey should only take a couple

of minutes to complete and, be assured, all data collected is kept completely confidential.

Why Complete This Survey?

Anne Arundel County Public Schools, like many local school districts across the United

States, include within our boundaries parcels of land that are owned by the Federal

Government or that have been removed from the local tax rolls by the Federal Government.

Federal property is exempt from local property taxes. By submitting an application to the

Department of Education each January, AACPS receives approximately $2 million to assist

in educating all our students.

Link: https://secure.aacps.org/webapps/SEFP/OOF/Federal