Oct. 1, 2021
Good Evening, Parents & Guardians, Students, CHS Staff and CHS Community,
This coming week will be a four day week with Friday off for students. As a result we will start with Monday being a day 2 and then following with our alternating Day1-Day2 for Tuesday through Thursday. Thank you to all who supported us this past weekend with the CHS Homecoming events including the PTO Clothing Drive and FoPA’s Mattress Sale. As part of Homecoming 2021, we had about 300 students come to the dance on Saturday. I am shaking my head as I write this. One of the most important aspects of being back in school is normalcy, and with more activities available for students, we are seeing strong participation so far this year. That is great news. Hopefully we can continue to provide these opportunities. These activities upcoming include a Leadership trip for FBLA and a planned US History/American Lit trip to Salem, MA. For those that stopped by during the football game to check in with Mike Perez and Val Nelson, thanks for reaching out. You will have another opportunity to meet with the admin this coming Wednesday in the CHS Learning Commons as we have a “Coffee with the Admin” at 7:00 am. For those wishing to join virtually, here is a link: https://meet.google.com/ycm-duws-jcz. We are looking for additional ways to reach out to families, and that will be the focus of this meeting. Your recommendations are an important part of us in this commitment. Don’t forget PSAT’s are coming up for grades 9-11 on October 13. Remember that seniors will have an independent work day for College and Career Readiness or with performing Senior Project work. Have a great weekend everyone! Bill Lonergan, CHS Principal
From the Superintendent:
Good Evening,
The Litchfield School District launched the First View Bus Tracker Parent App at the beginning of September 2021. Unfortunately, driver shortages delayed the uploading of certain information into the bus tracker system that allows the buses to be tracked along the routes. As of 9/24/2021, we are working with First View to address this issue and hope to have the parent app working accurately soon. First View has received parent user feedback and they are working to determine and correct any issues. Additionally, First View has added a new feature to their app. First View recommends updating the Parent App on your phones to ensure you have the most up to date version.
Thank you for your patience while we navigate through this issue. Please check back periodically for updated information.
Be well, Mike
Superintendent of Schools
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The Schedule for the Week Ahead: As referenced above in my note, keep in mind this coming week will be a four day week with Friday off for students. As a result we will start with Monday as a day 2 and then follow with our normal Day1-Day2 for Tuesday through Thursday.
From Counseling: UPCOMING COLLEGE FAIR!
What: NEACAC College Fair
Where: Worcester State University, Wellness Center
486 Chandler Street, Worcester, MA
When: Sunday, October 3, 2021 (11 am - 1 pm)
From Counseling: Classes are well underway and students have been frequenting our Counseling Suite! Seniors are starting to apply to post secondary options and we are enjoying helping them through this process!
College Updates: The following schools will be in guidance the week of October 4, 2021:
Tuesday: Lasell, St. Anselm, NHTI
Wednesday: Lesley University
Thursday: Thomas College, UNH Manchester, Suffolk
Seniors, please log on to Naviance to begin signing up for college meetings!
Oct 13, 2021 : PSAT8/9, PSAT Testing - 9th, 10th, and 11 Grade Students, 12 Grade students have an independent work day.
This past Wednesday, the Army recruiter was at CHS to meet students in the CHS cafeteria during lunches. In November, we have the Marine Corps recruiter coming, and in December, we anticipate the Navy recruiter coming as well.
The Drop-in Homework Club: For students who need time after school to complete work, this runs Monday through Thursday from 2:30 - 3:30pm in Room 161 (Mrs. Freeman’s room) If you need a place to do some work, would like someone to proofread something for you or some help with your homework - drop by room 161 Mrs. Freeman is there to help on Tuesday & Thursday and Mrs. Langelier is there on Monday & Wednesday. Hope to see you there.
21-22 CHS Yearbook Info: Following is the form to purchase your CHS yearbook now. Any questions or to pay by check see Mrs. Green ([email protected])or stop by the front office.
School Photos: Students can have their photo taken or retaken on the Retake Day October 22. Seniors who are not scheduling their Senior Photos at the Barksdale Studio can have yearbook photos done on the 22nd. We use these for the CHS Yearbook, so please make sure you have them taken, but there is no obligation to purchase.
From Food Services: The following are forms related to Free and Reduced Lunches in the Litchfield School District. If you have received F & R Lunches in the past, please fill out these forms as we do receive federal money based on these applications. If you have questions about this, please contact Lauren Crowley our Food Services Director at [email protected]. Also, as you are aware, the Federal Government continues to provide funding for Breakfast and Lunch - each student can receive 1 free breakfast and 1 free lunch per day. Breakfast is served in the lobby from 715-735, and in the cafeteria from 9-915 every day. At 2nd breakfast, bottles of water and other small a la carte purchases can be made as well! Any hot entree, grab and go salad, or deli meal, is part of the free meals if the student selects a fruit or vegetable.
Instructions for F&R Lunch Forms: https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&ik=03435c136c&attid=0.2&permmsgid=msg-f:1707633520426960275&th=17b2bba3af994593&view=att&disp=safe&realattid=f_ks4uf1xn1
Household Application: https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&ik=03435c136c&attid=0.3&permmsgid=msg-f:1707633520426960275&th=17b2bba3af994593&view=att&disp=safe&realattid=f_ks4ufcio2
FAQ’s: https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&ik=03435c136c&attid=0.3&permmsgid=msg-f:1707633520426960275&th=17b2bba3af994593&view=att&disp=safe&realattid=f_ks4ufcio2
Next Week’s Athletic’s Schedule:
10/4 - Golf @ Anges Lea GC 4pm
10/4 - JV/V Volleyball vs. Laconia 4:30pm/5:45pm
10/5 - V Boys Soccer vs. Bishop Brady 4pm
10/5 - Girls Soccer @ Derryfield 4pm
10/6 - XC @ Derryfield 4pm
10/7 - V Boys Soccer @ Derryfield 4pm
10/7 - Girls Soccer vs. St. Thomas 4pm
10/8 - JV/V Boys Soccer @ Conant 4pm
10/8 - JV/V Volleyball @ Fall Mtn. 4:30pm/5:45pm
10/9 - Football vs. Monadnock 2pm
10/9 - XC @ Alvirne 10am
Upcoming Events:
October 4 Booster’s Club 7:00pm in the Learning Commons
Oct 6 Coffee with the Admin, 7:00 am in the CHS Learning Commons For those wishing to join virtually, here is a link: https://meet.google.com/ycm-duws-jcz
Oct 6 CHS Presents at the School Board Meeting, 5:00pm at Town Hall. Val Nelson reviews our 2021 Counseling Mission and Mental Health Clinician Jamie Faulhaber discusses her work with students.
Oct 13 PSAT8/9, PSAT, PSAT NMSQT for Grades 9-12
Recognition & Appreciation:
Kudos to Mr. McDonough and Student Council on their successful Homecoming Dance.
Special thanks to Ms Ray, Mr. Benoit, Mr Sica & Barb and Ms Singer for being awesome chaperones at the Student Council Dance, Ms. Nelson and Mr. Perez, for providing a safe and fun environment, and to Officer Donnely for making sure all went well. And most important, thanks to our fabulous custodians supporting us with the cleanup. The Campbell Stu Co did an awesome job with decorations, ticket sales, set up, clean up bringing snacks and water. It was good to see our Campbell community come together to share their Campbell spirit.
Thanks to Julie G for helping check in students for the dance. I have a feeling we would still be there if she was not there to provide student names to be recorded on the computer!!
Kudos to David Gingras, GSA Advisor for meeting his GSA students Friday afternoon at the Corn Maze at Elmwood Orchard. Good job supporting the students, Dave!
Finally, thanks to art teacher, Denise Freeman, who had a college admissions director for Monserrat College of Art in Beverly MA come in to present to her students in the Learning Commons on Thursday. He then came to her classroom to do some individual portfolio reviews for students. Good job, Denise!
PARENT GROUPS:
CHS Athletics Boosters Organization: The first Boosters meeting is this Monday at 7:00 pm. It is live here at CHS. Campbell Athletics Store: If you are interested in purchasing CHS gear for your student or family members, please check out our website and support our programs! https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/new_hampshire/litchfield/campbell-high-school
CHS Parent Teacher Organization: PTO meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of each month @ 6:30pm in the CHS Learning Commons. . To contact the PTO, use the following email address: campbellptonh@gmail.com. Please consider joining the CHS PTO. It is a great way to give back to the teachers and students. You can still join, so feel free to fill out the form.Thanks from the PTO!!! https://forms.gle/khDPHKk9TYhsnYWK9.
CHS Friends of Performing Arts (FOPA): FOPA meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. That meeting will take place here at CHS in the Learning Commons at 7:00 pm.
Employment Possibilities in the Litchfield School District: We are still looking for custodial staff and paraeducators. Please check out the following link if you or anyone you know might be interested in job opportunities in the Litchfield School District. https://sau27.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx This is a great community to work in, and we would love to have you join us at SAU 27.