Important News

Maryland Integrated Science Assessment (MISA) - March 18th and 19th

​​​The Maryland Integrated Science Assessment (MISA) is Maryland’s new NGSS-aligned standardized science assessment that replaces the MSA Science test. TVMS students in grade 8 will participate in MISA on Monday, March 18th, and Tuesday, March 19th. It is essential that all students come to school on time on testing days. We ask that you not schedule appointments or out of…

TVMS Talent Show – March 29th

TVMS Talent Show – March 29th The TVMS talent show is coming! On Friday, March 29, 2019, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., in the Thomas Viaduct Cafeteria, some of our amazingly talented students will showcase their incredible skills. For just $3 or 25 Den Dollars, students can purchase tickets during lunch from March 25th to March 29th. No tickets will…

Student Leadership and Service Opportunity

HCASC invites middle and high school students interested in student leadership and service opportunities to attend the Howard County Association of Student Councils (HCASC) meetings the 2nd Wednesday of every month, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., in the Homewood Cafeteria, 10914 MD 108, Columbia, MD 21042. The next meeting is Wednesday, March 13th. Sharing the Student Voice on School Policy…

Hammond High Dance Team – Auditions and Upper Level Placement is March 23rd

8 th Grade Corner Hammond High Dance Team – Auditions and Upper Level Placement is March 23rd Rising 9 th grade students who will be attending Hammond High School are invited to audition for the Dance Company and Upper Level Placement. Auditions are Saturday, March 23, 2019, starting at 8 a.m. in the Hammond High auditorium. All paperwork is to…

PTSA News

Join us for the next PTSA meeting on Wednesday, March 6th, at 6:30 p.m., in the Media Center. We will be discussing the quarter auction, food truck festival, family game night, and current events. Upcoming Events Family Game Night - Watch D.O.G.S and the PTSA are sponsoring a Family Game Night and a Watch D.O.G.S Informational Session on Friday, March…

Inclement Weather Make-Up Days

Details regarding inclement weather make-up days were sent by HCPSS this week. The last student day is currently June 21st, and the last three days, June 19th, 20th, and 21st, will be a 3-hour early dismissal for students. The opportunity for winter weather still lies ahead and additional inclement weather closing days may be required. However, there are no additional…

From the Health Room: Important Immunization Requirements

Effective the first day of school for the school year 2019-2020, 1 dose of Tdap vaccine and 1 dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) is required by the state of Maryland for all students entering Grade 7. If we DO NOT receive proof of immunization, your child will be excluded from school. Many students may have already received these immunizations, but…

Department of Special Education Survey

It is the goal of the Department of Special Education to provide high quality special education services in a consistent and collaborative manner. As a department, they look for ways to improve their services and value your voice. One way you can support their work is to complete The Maryland Special Education Parent Involvement Survey. The results of the survey…

Student Opportunities

Scholarship Funds for Middle School Summer Programs Available Carlessia Hussein Minority Scholarship - Up to $20,000 - Applications are due March 8, 2019: Up to $20,000 is available, or approximately $350 per week of camp per applicant, to African American, Latino, or Native American males who are enrolled in a Howard County public middle school to assist with the costs…