Tecumseh Public Schools will be dismissed from class on Monday, February 15. This is a school holiday to observe Presidents Day so check in on the Canvas learning platform will NOT be required of any students. However, students are strongly encouraged to stay current in all class assignments while we are on this break from in person learning. This is also a great time for children to do some extra READING! Parents, make sure you are monitoring your child's academic progress and email teachers if you have questions about assignments or grades. Temperatures and wind chills are extremely dangerous so stay warm and safe. Future weather-related school closings will be announced as the situation unfolds.
Just a reminder - Our food service employees are currently handing out FREE "Grab and Go" meals right now for Tecumseh students in all grades. Our pick up site is on the south side of Cross Timbers Elementary through the circle drive. We will stay open until 1pm or while our supply lasts, whichever comes first.
Tecumseh Families,
Tecumseh Public Schools will be serving "Grab and Go" meals today, February 12th, from noon to 1pm. Meals will be served curbside through the circle drive on the south side of Cross Timbers Elementary. Students in all grades are eligible to receive the meals.
Due to extreme winter weather conditions, Tecumseh Public Schools will remain on distance learning for Friday, February 12. Students should log in to Canvas for assignments and communication from all teachers in order to receive credit for attendance. This is not a snow day. Attendance will be taken for all students. A recorded telephone message will be forthcoming with details for a student meal distribution for Friday when we have finalized the plan.
Since weather conditions have not improved, students at Tecumseh Public Schools will remain on distance learning for Thursday, February 11. All procedures for checking in on the Canvas learning platform for assignments and announcements are expected for this day in order for students to receive credit for attendance.
Tecumseh Public Schools will switch to distance learning for Wednesday, February 10 due to declining road conditions predicted for this evening. Students should log in to Canvas for assignments and communication from all teachers in order to receive credit for attendance. This is not a snow day. Attendance will be taken for all students.
Please read the following important message from TPS Instructional Technology department regarding the use of school issued internet hot spots:
If your child has checked out a Verizon or AT&T hot spot from the school for connectivity, please do not leave the device plugged into an outlet to charge continuously. Doing so will cause the battery to overheat and make the device unusable. Once the status light on the device turns blue or green, take it off the charger until it turns red at which time it can then be recharged. We appreciate your help in maintaining these hot spot devices while they are in use by your children.
Attention Class of 2021 members and parents -- We have begun work on the senior slide show to be shown at our graduation ceremony. We want all of our seniors to be included. Please read the attached letter to see how to get your photos properly submitted for production.
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1115936/senior_slide_show_picture.pdf
Tonight's basketball game lineup will be as follows: jv boys will play at 4pm followed by jv girls. Basketball homecoming coronation will take place around 6pm. These events can be watched on the Tecumseh High School Facebook page. The HUB network will live stream the varsity boys game to be played immediately following coronation and the varsity girls will play the final game of the night. In person ticket sales are limited due to COVID regulations. Student families who are eligible to purchase tickets must have been notified in advance by school officials. Parents you can buy these game tickets here: https://secure.payk12.com/pages/public/landing.html
Thank you to First United Bank of Tecumseh on their generous donation of four water bottle filling stations for Tecumseh High School. Traditional school drinking fountains have been closed since the pandemic's beginning and students have had to bring water from home. Students will now be able to safely refill their water bottles during the school day. THS junior Rylee McMillan tries it out for the first time.
Students at Tecumseh Public Schools will return to classes on Tuesday, January 5. Please remember that if your child is experiencing any COVID-like symptoms or if someone any of your school age children have been in close contact with are awaiting COVID test results, please DO NOT send your children to school. You should contact the school site attendance office or school nurses for instructions on when to return. All teachers and staff will report a day earlier on Monday, January 4.
Tecumseh Public Schools will be dismissed for Christmas Break December 19 - January 4. Students will return to class on January 5 and teachers will return on January 4 for professional development. Individual school site offices will also be closed during this time. However, the board of education office will remain open but will be on temporary holiday hours. Please call ahead before visiting. Have a safe and happy holiday break.
A message from Mr. Wilsie, Superintendent -- "Unfortunately, we are still without district wide landline telephone service but the issue has been identified and we are waiting on parts for repair. Please know that student safety is our first priority and we are currently communicating effectively with cell service and two-way radios. If you are needing to reach a teacher or school administrator please email them for assistance. We apologize for the inconvenience."
Tecumseh Public Schools will return to in-person learning on Thursday, December 17.
The school district is still working without benefit of a telephone service but the service interruption is being addressed. We apologize for the inconvenience. If you need to contact administration or teaching staff we continue to suggest you use our email service.
Tecumseh Public Schools will switch to distant learning for Wednesday, December 16 due to declining road conditions and increased snowfall predicted for this evening. We hope to return to in-person learning on Thursday. Students should make every attempt to log in to Canvas for assignments and communication from all teachers.
The basketball game with Harrah scheduled for tonight has been canceled due to inclement weather.
The semester finals schedule for Tecumseh High School's in-person learners will be as follows: Thursday, December 17 finals for third and fourth period will be given during regular class periods and Friday, December 18 will be reserved for first and second period testing during regular class time. (Dates and times MAY BE different for virtual learners. All questions should be directed to subject specific teachers via Canvas/email.)
The semester finals schedule for Tecumseh High School's in-person learners will be as follows: Thursday, December 17 finals for third and fourth period will be given during regular class periods and Friday, December 18 will be reserved for first and second period testing during regular class time. (Dates and times MAY BE different for virtual learners. All questions should be directed to subject specific teachers via Canvas/email.)
Savage basketball fans -- Tonight's varsity game at Harrah High School will have a no spectator policy. No one will be allowed inside the gymnasium outside the players and coaches. However, you will be able to view the games which start at 6:30pm for free at this link https://harrahpanthers.tv/