Walking into school for their first “normal” day back after the chaos of the past year and a half, Terryville High School students did not expect the plans that awaited them. Instead of the usual bouncing from classroom to classroom and going over syllabi and rules, students were first instructed to make their way out to the track to the sound of motivating music where a pep rally of sorts was held. The ready to…
Have your prized pooches been getting tired of their regular, boring dog treats? Then look no further than Bark a Roo’s, tasty and fun dog treats handmade locally by Transition Program students at THS! Even better, these dog treats go towards a great cause, acting as a fundraiser for the Transition students to pay for transportation for field trips. This brilliant idea came to THS from the previous Director of Pupil Services, Lindsay Aronheim. She…
“Mr. Schumann is my favorite, he totally shreds on that guitar!” “No, Mrs. Erickson is the best! She sings so well!” “Don’t forget about Mr. Nave, he sings and plays the piano!” Just walking around the Terryville High School auditorium, you can hear the buzz of the crowd eagerly anticipating the Staff Infection’s fundraiser concert. Students have come to the concert to support their favorite band members, and the cause of course. As the lights…
The newest addition to our THS family is English teacher Ms. Scott, who used to be a student at THS herself. She currently teaches American Literature to juniors and seniors, a section of Junior English, and Sophomore English. To introduce her to the community and to better welcome her, Newspaper Club representative Rebecca Dorsey sat down with Ms. Scott to get the inside scoop. Why did you decide to become a teacher? …
This #TBT series is dedicated to teachers and is designed to help students relate to and understand teachers at THS and who they were “back then”. This series will feature interviews with teachers in each edition of the Terryville Newspaper. Enjoy! Mrs. Lydia Johnson If you compare yourself to your high school self, what would you say is most different about yourself? Are you happy with this change? Well, I really haven’t changed. I’ve always…
This #TBT series is dedicated to teachers and is designed to help students relate to and understand teachers at THS and who they were “back then”. This series will feature interviews with teachers in each edition of the Terryville Newspaper. Enjoy! Mrs. Jessica Hurd Are you proud of who you were in high school? I think we always have small regrets; but overall, I was a good student, I was an athlete, I was…
Olivia Gilbert and Kassie McCarthy of the THS Newspaper Club met with and interviewed the newest staff additions at Terryville High School. Here are some interesting and fun facts about these teachers. Mrs. Chiasson, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and ALL teacher What was your first job? I worked at a daycare, and I also taught Kindergarten students with special needs for 3 years. What is your favorite food? My favorite food is eggplant parmesan- I…
Julia Langeway, writer in the THS Newspaper Club, met with and interviewed two of our extraordinary teachers at Terryville High School. Here are the questions she asked, and the sometimes quirky, and strangely goat-related, responses. Questions with Mrs. Karen Robillard, English teacher Before working here, what was the most interesting job you’ve worked? I worked for a few months at a jewelry store. It was very interesting to learn how jewelry was made, and how…
Dr. Martin Semmel, Plymouth’s Superintendent of Schools, has had a challenging start to the school year. Vocal in the public sphere and with local representatives, he has been busy advocating for a budget that is fair to Plymouth’s schools. All the while, he is more present than ever for students at Terryville High School since the central office was moved to the first floor. Even so, there are still many aspects about who he is…
Maria Cesare, Editor-in-Chief of the THS Newspaper Club, met with and interviewed the newest teachers at Terryville High School. Here is the highlight reel for each new teacher with the most important information about them. Questions with Ms. Mohammed, Chemistry and Physical Science teacher Where did you go to school? Crosby High School in Waterbury, and UCONN for college Have you taught elsewhere before THS, and if so where? I student taught in Wolcott Have…
