Hello Parents & CHS Community,
Last week was a very smooth start to the school year. Nice to see all the new and experienced staff working together to welcome students back to school. I’d like to thank the PTO and all those who contributed to our Welcome Back Breakfast this morning. Having taught at other schools, I know how fortunate we are to have this support at CHS.
As a caution, please understand that mornings and afternoons are busy in the CHS parking lot when the school day starts and releases. We have many inexperienced drivers, and it is best to be overly cautious, particularly then. Also, keep in mind our parent drop off and pick up of students occurs within the travel lanes of the student parking area in the front of the school. Please do not use other areas for student drop off and pick up as it can complicate and cause greater challenges. Please understand also that the roadway directly in front of the building is for bus traffic only during these commute times. See the attached link for a visual guide.
Don’t forget the 2020 yearbook is now available to purchase on Jostens.com for the lowest price and order before September 27 for only $65.
Don’t forget also that our PTO, Athletics Boosters, Friends of the Performing Arts, and Community Schools Connection Committee (CSCC) are holding an Open House to introduce themselves on Sept 16. We would love to see more of you involved and supporting CHS through these organizations.
Have a great week everyone! Bill Lonergan, Principal
TODAY -- Mon, Sept 9th was the last day to make schedule changes for sem 1.
Interested in being a college Athlete?
Meeting on Mon, Sept 9th at 6:00pm in the Nashua High North auditorium. Come learn about the NCAA Eligibility requirements, hear from college Athletic Directors and coaches about what it is like to be a student-athlete. Open to all. No RSVP required.
Exploring College Options:
Mon, September 9th in Manchester (see website below for details). Come meet with college reps from Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, Stanford and Duke. The event will include institutional information and will provide up-to-date information about selection practices, financial aid opportunities and other issues related to selective college admissions. RSVP at: www.exploringcollegeoptions.org
COLLEGE REPS VISTING GUIDANCE:
Seniors: Please sign-up on your NAVIANCE homepage or stop in the School Counseling office for a pass. Juniors are welcome to attend if in a study hall only.
- Regis College, Tuesday, September 17th, 2019 at 9:30 am
- Northern Essex Community College, Tuesday, September 17th, 2019 at 11:30 am
- Dean College, Tuesday, September 17th, 2019 at 12:30 pm
- Anna Maria College, Wednesday, September 18th, 2019 at 8:30 am
- Salem State University, Wednesday, September 18th, 2019 at 9:30 am
- Nashua Community College (NHCTC-Nashua), Thursday, September 19th @ 9:30 am
- Boston College, Friday, September 20th @ 8:30 am
- Husson University, Friday, September 20th @ 9:30 am
- Lesley University, Friday, September 20th @ 11:30 am
- Stonehill College, Friday, September 20th @ 12:30 pm
FINANCIAL AID & SENIOR COLLEGE INFORMATION NIGHT: Tuesday, September 24th at 6:30pm in the auditorium. The Financial Aid presentation will run from 6:30p-7:30p and then Senior College Information will be facilitated by CHS’ Carrie Jurus and Jodi Callinan from 7:30a-8:30a. This presentation is designed to educate the student and family about the college admission process and timeline. Juniors and their families are also welcome to attend.
CHS Parent Organization Meeting:
Come meet the member of the three different parent organizations at CHS: Boosters, PTO & Friends of Performing Arts. Monday, Sept 16th, 6:30p-7:30p in the CHS cafeteria. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Learn how you can get involved.
CHS Open House: CHS
PSAT’s: All freshmen, sophomores and juniors will be taking the PSAT exam on Wed, October 16th from 7:35a-noon. Seniors will attend in school activities during this time. More information will be sent out about this day in a few weeks.
Honors Option Paperwork due September 13th
Students may choose to complete an honors option in any class that is NOT offered at an honors level. This contract MUST be turned into your child’s teacher by September 13th. A minimum grade of B must be earned to receive the credit.
JUNIORS & SENIORS -- Upcoming College Fairs (see the college’s website for details)
Institution Date Start Time End Time
Southern NH University(athletic complex) Thurs, Sept 26 9:00am – 11:00am
ENGINEERING CAREER DAY AT BAE SYSTEMS:
The next event will be on Thursday, September 19th from 8am-3pm in Merrimack. Students who are interested in engineering should consider attending. Applications are due by Tues, September 10th. Please contact [email protected] for forms and more information.
FUTURE NOTABLE EVENTS:
Sept 13: Picture Day for grades 9-11
Sept 13: Last day to hand in Honors option contracts for semester 1
Sept 16: Friends of Perform Arts, CHS Booster Club & PTO Meeting (6:30-8:30pm CHS Cafe)
Sept 19: Open House, 6 pm
Sept 24: Financial Aid & Senior College Info Night @ 6:30p
We hope you have a great week!