Hello Parents & Guardians,
CHSCostinos, & Sue Jozitis, and they met with Mike J, Mary W, and me last week to help provide support in moving some of our practices forward. Their work identifying ways to support all CHS students is important and appreciated. Just a couple of reminders looking ahead; we have a one day Challenge Day program occurring February 7 that will involve members of the school district administration, a number of CHS faculty and staff, about 100 of our students and some community members. We are excited for students to understand how their appropriate behaviors contribute to the positive climate at CHS and also reduce bullying and harassment. Also, we have a planned meeting Tues, Jan 29 during D block with Sophomores about Career and Technical Education opportunities at Pinkerton and Alvirne for next year and we have an extended advisory on January 30 for students to talk with teachers about course electives opportunities for next year.
Have a great week everyone! Bill Lonergan, Principal
Homework Club –
Monday through Thursday from 2:30p-3:30p in Mrs. Freeman’s art room
LAST DAY FOR SEM 2 SCHEDULE CHANGES:
The last day for semester 2 class changes is Friday, February 1st.
COURSE SELECTION FOR 19-20 HAS BEGUN:
Students will receive a course reference sheet in advisory on Wednesday and the 19-20 Program of Studies is available on the CHS website homepage.
Counselors have started to meet individually with juniors to pick senior year classes and to discuss post-high school options.
Current sophomores will enter their course requests on Monday, Feb 4 in World classes
Current freshman will enter courses in small groups beginning Monday, Feb 11
SENIORS:
1. Please bring copies of acceptance letters to Mrs. V.
2. Scholarships: Please look in Naviance under “Colleges” then “Scholarships” to see what scholarships are now available.
SENIORS & JUNIORS:
Late arrival and early release paperwork is available in the guidance office. Students must have a “C” or better in every class in order to be eligible. Forms will not be approved until Wed, January 30th. If you want to have a latearrival or early release but have grades lower than a “C”, you must see Mr. Perez.
SOPHOMORES:
Career & Technical Education (formerly vocational) Open House at Alvirne, on Wed, February 6th from 5:30p-7:30p. All sophomores will attend a CTE presentation at CHS on Tues, Jan 29th during D block. Both Pinkerton and Alvirne reps will be here for this presentation to discuss the various available programs. Each program requires a 2-year commitment.
8th GRADE PARENT NIGHT:
The 8th grade parent information night will be held on Tuesday, Feb 12th (snowdate is Feb 13) at 6:30pm in the auditorium. Many of our CHS students will be on hand in the main lobby to talk about clubs and activities available to CHS students. Our department facilitators will also be on hand to talk about courses within their department.
CHAMPLAIN COLLEGE YOUNG WRITERS' CONFERENCE, MAY 24-26. Now in our nineteenth year, our doors are open to high school students who wish to share their passion for story, drama, and song with theirwriterly brothers and sisters—and with celebrated New England authors. We offer three days of readings, improv, Moth storytelling, poetry slams, literary jazz/blues fusion, and extended friendship on the hillside campus of Champlain College in Burlington, Vermont. The APPLICATION DEADLINE of March 8 is fast approaching and the blue lights are flashing. If you have a tale to spin, or a story to share, please visit our website:http://www.champlain.edu/write. For more Info: [email protected]
Don't forget to order a yearbook. On sale for $75. https://www.jostens.com/
Recognition Ads are a great way to commemorate your student's achievements and celebrate the milestone of high school! Create one today @ jostens.com. Senior parents: Please submit a baby photo of your senior to be included in our Cougar Cubs section of the yearbook. Use the following link to upload or let us know to be on the look outfor one coming into school. Any questions please contact Julie Green at [email protected]
LOOKING AHEAD:
Jan 28: Semester 2 begins
Jan 30: 42 minute, Extended Advisory for Course Electives Fair (snowdate: Jan 31)
Jan 30: Report cards available on Infinite Campus
Feb 6: 2 Hour Delay, Prof. Dev All Schools
Feb 12: 8th Grade Parent Night (6:30 CHS Auditorium), Snowdate: Feb 13th
Feb 14: Counselors at LMS to assist with 8th grade course selection
Feb 19: College Information Night for Juniors and Parents (6:30 in CHS Auditorium)