 It is getting close to Prom season. As you prepare for the dance, I wanted to share some small details regarding tickets for this year. Tickets will be sold during lunch periods starting May 6-May 10. CCP and ACC students may see Mrs. Mihalek directly to purchase students outside of the marked lunch periods. The tickets will cost $75. We will not be using EventBrite for this dance due to the high sales tax based on ticket cost. Furthermore, the only students who need to sign a dance contract are those attending our dance from outside of CHS. Our high school students signed this contract at the beginning of the year. What: CHS Prom; May 18, 2019 6:00-11:00 PM Where: The American Croatian Lodge; Eastlake, OH Cost: $75/ticket (purchased at CHS: May 6-10) Guest Forms (See below) Prom Volunteers Needed  Volunteer: Prom Ticket Sales  Checklist: March/April/ May  Enclosed is the CHS "map" of future events. There so many details inside of this document that will guide you on your way to success. Take it one day at a time and seize every moment with your student along the way. The document below is a PDF, however, I have enclosed a link below this file that you can access online.   AP Pre-registration
AIR Testing  We will be following specific bell schedules to accomplish these tests and to minimize regular classes. Please see the schedule below. Students not scheduled to take these tests will report to school for the beginning of the school day for period 2 on Wednesday, and period 1 on Thursday. School Transportation will run at regular times. If you have any questions regarding the AIR Test, Testing Schedule, or bell schedule- please contact Douglas Higham or Lacey Jacobs who are coordinating the tests. April 24, 2019 (American History/ Government Test) April 30, 2019 (Math: Grade 8, Alg I, Geometry) / May 2, 2019 (Science: Grade 8, Biology)  Senior Handbook  Every year, we publish the senior handbook to help assist parents and senior students with the many events that celebrate our graduating class. View this file online Here is the link for the sign up genius for the senior picnic . https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48AAA829A7F94-senior2 AHLIEnclosed are pictures from our CHS 8th graders during the AHLI Day of Service at Vista Springs. District Student Art ShowStop by our first Annual District-Wide Student Art Show on April 27th from 10am-3pm! There will be LOTS of art to view along with refreshments and live drawing and pottery demonstrations by our very own students...come have your portrait drawn! (poster design by Elizabeth Rodriguez) Empty Bowls If you're looking for a fun little event this Friday evening, come check out Empty Bowls led by North High School! All the info is on the flyer and Chardon bowls being donated are handcrafted by Anne Ciszak and Andrea Diaz-Rodriguez. Chardon Reads: Summer Reading Program 2019  History Modeled after “One Book, One City” and “One Book, One School” programs already active around our country, the faculty at Chardon High School decided to promote literacy and foster a sense of community by adopting a “Chardon Reads” program of our own. A faculty team met and the selection for summer 2019 is Ruta Sepetys’ Salt to the Sea. One Book, One School… and One Community! In keeping with the mission of the Chardon Local Schools, “high achievement for all students, where learning is our most important work,” a rigorous summer read is required. According to the International Reading Association (2009): “Adolescents entering the adult world will do more reading and writing tasks than any other time in human history. They will need reading and writing to cope with the flood of information they will find in the world as it exists. They will also need to use literacy to feed their imaginations so that they can create the world of the future. In a complex and diverse world, their ability to read is crucial, and therefore, it is essential not only to help them survive, but also to help them thrive.” We want to encourage ALL people in the community to read the summer reading book as well. If family, friends, teachers, and community leaders also read the book, they can encourage thoughtful discussion and motivation among the students. Each summer, the school will select one book for the whole community, students and faculty alike, to read together. Our activities in each class will pertain to the book. In addition to that book, the English department asks each HONORS student to complete additional reading, dependent on the course. Ruta Sepetys’ Salt to the Sea - From amazon.com: #1 New York Times bestseller and winner of the Carnegie Medal! "A superlative novel . . . masterfully crafted."--The Wall Street Journal Based on "the forgotten tragedy that was six times deadlier than the Titanic."--Time Winter 1945. WWII. Four refugees. Four stories. Each one born of a different homeland; each one hunted, and haunted, by tragedy, lies, war. As thousands desperately flock to the coast in the midst of a Soviet advance, four paths converge, vying for passage aboard the Wilhelm Gustloff, a ship that promises safety and freedom. But not all promises can be kept... In ADDITION to Salt to the Sea, honors students should complete the following reading: English I H: (102) Night by Elie Wiesel English II H (202): To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee English III H: (302) PLEASE NOTE: ELA Honors III summer reading CHANGE! In addition to Salt to the Sea, select ONE of the following novels: Maya Angelou, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings Khaled Hosseini, The Kite Runner OR A Thousand Splendid Suns Jeanette Walls, The Glass Castle James McBride, The Color of Water Sue Monk Kidd, The Secret Life of Bees OR The Invention of Wings Kurt Vonnegut, Slaughterhouse Five Tim O’Brien, The Things They Carried Kathryn Stockett, The Help Hilary Jordan, When She Woke Susan Meissner, Fall of Marigolds Emily St. John Mandel, Station Eleven Jennifer Niven, All the Bright Places Angie Thomas, The Hate U Give Cormac McCarthy, The Road AP Language (402): Read THREE books total: Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys Educated by Tara Westover Read ONE of the following by Malcolm Gladwell: Outliers, The Tipping Point or David and Goliath AP Literature (404): Read TWO: Life of Pi by Yann Martel The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield The Guernsey Literary Potato Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows The Book Thief by Markus Zusak The Tiger’s Wife by Tea Obreht The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern This is How It Always Is by Laurie Frankel Academic Decathlon (HUM100): The 1818 version of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Chardon Goes to the Musicals  Attached is the flyer for the last two shows of this school year - Dear Evan Hansen & Come From Away. Based on the continued enthusiastic response, Chardon Goes to the Musicals has secured tickets for shows in the 2019-2020 season as well. Please contact Elizabeth Fullerman for more details, otherwise, watch for details in the fall. All 80 tickets for Lion King are sold out. Thank you to those families who purchased. As a reminder, these tickets are not a fundraiser, simply an easy way for community members to have access to Playhouse Square, the second largest theater district, only to Broadway. Geauga Park District   Chardon Academy FundraiserThe students of the Chardon Academy at Chardon High School are sponsoring an Animal Food and Supply Drive during the month of April (Monday, April 1, 2019 – Tuesday, April 30, 2019). The event is entitled: Scooby-Doo! DOO GOOD to help promote the celebration of National Kids & Pets Day (Friday, April 26, 2019) and National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day (Tuesday, April 30, 2019). Designated Drop-Off Areas are CHS, CMS, Munson Elem. & Park Elem. Main Offices. All proceeds will benefit Rescue Village (Geauga Humane Society), an animal welfare agency located in Russell Township in Geauga County, Ohio.  Facilities Advisory Committee UpdateChardon Local Schools Parents, As you all know the Facilities Advisory Committee made a recommendation to the Board of Education in January to consider moving forward with a bond issue. Before the Board makes a final decision in June on what that bond issue may include, the District is taking some time to gather feedback from its main stakeholders. We’d like to invite you to participate in a listening session to help us better understand your perceptions of the District’s facilities and their impact on education. Your participation is greatly appreciated, because your honest observations and perspectives are valuable to us – and important for this process. These discussions will be facilitated by independent researchers from Burges & Burges Strategists. Your input and feedback will be included in a summary report by Burges & Burges. No participant names will be used in their report. Dates and times from which to choose are below in the hopes one will fit your availability. Tuesday, April 30 at 6:00 PM, Chardon High School, Room 1 Wednesday, May 1 at 6:00 PM, Chardon Middle School, Media Room We ask that you RSVP by Tuesday, April 23. Please click here to access a Google form to RSVP or contact Ashley Griffin at agriffin@burgesandburges.com or by calling (216) 261-3737 with your name, email address, and choice of session. If you cannot attend a session, or choose not to, you also will have a chance to provide input through an anonymous, online survey that will be distributed in the next few weeks. Thank you in advance for your participation and feedback. Parent Informational Meeting2020 CHS Athens & the Greek Islands Adventure Thursday, April 25th, 2019 CHS Media Center 6:30 pm Contact Mrs. Kristen Niedzwiecki with questions or to RSVP Chardon: Lean Six Sigma Testimonial VideoThis is a message from Justin Bloyd Thank you all once again for the time you spent helping us to create the ‘Secondary Education: Lean Six Sigma Transformation’ video. There was over 180 minutes of editable footage and it was extremely difficult to make a 4-5 minute video because you all were so well spoken. Our plan is to create two additional videos that will cover student and administration testimonials. Yesterday, I had the opportunity to show the video to the Director of the Ohio Manufacturing Extension Partnership and Director of Career-Technical Education. Both had nothing but good things to say about the program you all have developed at Chardon. We are very grateful to work with some many passionate people. I have always believed that programs like this do not happen without a team, I am grateful to be on this one with you all! Please feel free to use the video on your website and in other media as it suits the district. Image of the Week The Chardon Chamber of Commerce recognized Joe Sweet and Sofia Zampino and presented scholarship money to them! Topper Bistro
 Another week has departed...I think the seniors are either messing with the clocks or their intentions are working. If you recall back in my mid-February reflection, I shared how time will move as Spring approaches...even if the weather doesn't show it. Well, with all of the tasks that I have been working on the within the master schedule, AIR Testing, district meetings, evaluations, closing out the year, planning events, and maintaining the daily rush--each second counts. Outsiders would never know if I was going gray, or bald...but this time of year there is a glow to my dome. Unfortunately, it is from running--not from having a providential presence. Regardless of the day, I LOVE everything about my job and the people that I encounter each day. We have the best educators and students one could ever ask for. I am so grateful to each of you for your support. I will continue to live my purpose, and will continue to run the marathon all of the way through the finish line! Have a great weekend! Happy Easter! Douglas Murray, Principal Class Officer elections for grades 10-12 will be held on Friday, May 3. If students are interested in becoming a class officer (10-12), they can pick up applications in student services with Mrs. LaCasse.  
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Opening Hard work and dedication is one variable that you will always receive from me. Each week, I spend hours gathering information to share with you. Years ago, I spent each week communicating with students on the morning announcements. Over the last year, with no fault assigned to anyone, the announcements have been played intermittently due to the number of adjustments within our building staff. Teachers are asked to play them during 5th period and now--the announcements are shared to every person's email, and posted to Twitter. With communication being very important to me, I take the time to write this newsletter each week for all members of our Chardon community. Over the last three years, the Week in Reflection has become a key element to communicate essential information to students, parents, staff, and community members all of the amazing things that we accomplish along with distributing information relative to the upcoming weeks. This newsletter is written on Weebly and posted to the internet. The next step is to send this information to staff and students using Gmail, followed by posting the information to Infinite Campus, ConnectED, and an application called Hootsuite to disseminate the newsletter to the multiple twitter accounts that I manage. This venue is a great way for parents to know what is happening at school and to generate conversations with your children about school life. I appreciate all of the parents that send me little notes of appreciation for this weekly blog. Make A Wish Chardon High School´s Chamber choir had the honor of being invited to sing at the Make-A-Wish Foundation´s BIG WISH Gala, hosted in Cleveland´s Hilton Hotel on Thursday, April 4th. The choir performed in front of over 600 people in the Hilton´s ballroom. They performed a set including I´ll Make the Difference, It Takes a Village, Let my Love Be Heard, Light of a Clear Blue Morning, I Love You/ What a Wonderful World, and Unclouded Day. Soloists for the pieces include Ethan Peterson, Madeline Houser, Katy Lessik and Will Piotrkowski. Katy Lessik and Saturday Night Live's Vanessa Bayer gave speeches throughout the performance. Chardon´s Chamber choir is so grateful for the wonderful experiences and opportunity to represent Chardon High School. See some videos on Twitter @ChardonChoirs. Here is a video that was shared with us.  Toronto Trip Chardon High School’s Choir trip to Canada (April 5-7th) was fun filled with adventurous sights and workshops to improve our dancing and singing skills. We saw awesome city views from the top of the CN Tower, and later, worked with a professional actor who taught us a choreographed piece from the musical, Come From Away. Throughout the trip, our choir had the privilege of seeing two incredibly beautiful musicals with deep meaning and emotion. Come From Away is based on the true story about 38 planes being grounded in a Newfoundland town by the events of 9/11. This uplifting show celebrates humanity and diversity in the midst of such a tragic event. Dear Evan Hansen gave the audience a contemporary perspective on the impact of suicide and personal real life problems. The show used social media and technology to bring forward issues of mental health and the positive impact of meaningful relationships to see us through. These shows left us being grateful for what we have and becoming more aware of the power of community. We worked with Dr. Ramsey, a choral professor from The University of Toronto, who we sang for and received excellent feedback from. We also experienced food and the culture of Chinatown one afternoon for lunch. Our last day consisted of visiting Niagara Falls, grabbing lunch and souvenir shopping at Clifton Hill and the beautiful Niagara On The Lake. This trip allowed us to create memories and gain plentiful learning experiences. Whether we were in a museum, workshop, or standing at a crosswalk in Downtown Toronto, you could always catch the Chardon Choir singing a tune, and that’s what makes any place we go fun filled and family like. See more pictures and videos from our trip on Twitter @ChardonChoirs. Blood Drive The students in Mr. Mizen's Leadership class organized and facilitated a blood drive for the American Red Cross this week. Students and staff collected 34 pints of a goal of 41. While we were just a bit shy of reaching our goal, we still potentially saved 102 lives! 8th Grade DC Trip ItineraryI want to personally thank you our 8th grade parents for coming out on Monday for our DC Trip meeting. The meeting was well attended and many key points were addressed throughout the presentation. Thank you for asking great questions with us throughout the night. I am enclosing the presentation and itinerary inside of the communication for you to review electronically. If any families need the medical forms, I have enclosed it within this communication. Checklist: March/April/ May  Enclosed is the CHS "map" of future events. There so many details inside of this document that will guide you on your way to success. Take it one day at a time and seize every moment with your student along the way. The document below is a PDF, however, I have enclosed a link below this file that you can access online. AP Pre-registration The mandatory AP Pre-registration session for all students registered to take an AP exam will be held on Tuesday, April 30th @ 9:00 AM in the MIDDLE SCHOOL cafeteria. This is a "late start day" for students due to Math AIR testing that will be occurring that day (10:20 start that day for non-AIR testing students). ALL students taking an AP exam must attend this session. We ask that students park at the HS and walk down to the MS that morning. AIR Testing As we enter April, we are continuing our preparations at Chardon High School for the upcoming AIR exams. The AIR exams are end-of-course exams mandated by the state of Ohio, and students (grades 9-12) earn graduation points regarding their results. Students will take the AIR exams as described below:  April 17-18 (Grade 8th, ELA I, and ELA II Test) Bell ScheduleWe will be following specific bell schedules to accomplish these tests and to minimize regular classes. Please see the schedule(s) below. Students not scheduled to take these tests will report to school for the beginning of the school day for period 2 on Wednesday, and period 1 on Thursday. All bussing will run at regular times. April 24, 2019 (American History/ Government Test) April 25, 2019 Black Day Schedule We will be following specific bell schedules to accomplish these tests and to minimize regular classes. Please see the schedule below. Students not scheduled to take these tests will report to school for the beginning of the school day for period 2 on Wednesday, and period 1 on Thursday. All bussing will run at regular times. If you have any questions regarding the AIR Test, Testing Schedule, or bell schedule- please contact Douglas Higham or Lacey Jacobs who are coordinating the tests. Senior Handbook  Every year, we publish the senior handbook to help assist parents and senior students with the many events that celebrate our graduating class. View this file online Here is the link for the sign up genius for the senior picnic . https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48AAA829A7F94-senior2 District Student Art ShowStop by our first Annual District-Wide Student Art Show on April 27th from 10am-3pm! There will be LOTS of art to view along with refreshments and live drawing and pottery demonstrations by our very own students...come have your portrait drawn! (poster design by Elizabeth Rodriguez) Empty BowlsIf you're looking for a fun little event this Friday evening, come check out Empty Bowls led by North High School! All the info is on the flyer and Chardon bowls being donated are handcrafted by Anne Ciszak and Andrea Diaz-Rodriguez. Chardon Reads: Summer Reading Program 2019  History Modeled after “One Book, One City” and “One Book, One School” programs already active around our country, the faculty at Chardon High School decided to promote literacy and foster a sense of community by adopting a “Chardon Reads” program of our own. A faculty team met and the selection for summer 2019 is Ruta Sepetys’ Salt to the Sea. One Book, One School… and One Community! In keeping with the mission of the Chardon Local Schools, “high achievement for all students, where learning is our most important work,” a rigorous summer read is required. According to the International Reading Association (2009): “Adolescents entering the adult world will do more reading and writing tasks than any other time in human history. They will need reading and writing to cope with the flood of information they will find in the world as it exists. They will also need to use literacy to feed their imaginations so that they can create the world of the future. In a complex and diverse world, their ability to read is crucial, and therefore, it is essential not only to help them survive, but also to help them thrive.” We want to encourage ALL people in the community to read the summer reading book as well. If family, friends, teachers, and community leaders also read the book, they can encourage thoughtful discussion and motivation among the students. Each summer, the school will select one book for the whole community, students and faculty alike, to read together. Our activities in each class will pertain to the book. In addition to that book, the English department asks each HONORS student to complete additional reading, dependent on the course. Ruta Sepetys’ Salt to the Sea - From amazon.com: #1 New York Times bestseller and winner of the Carnegie Medal! "A superlative novel . . . masterfully crafted."--The Wall Street Journal Based on "the forgotten tragedy that was six times deadlier than the Titanic."--Time Winter 1945. WWII. Four refugees. Four stories. Each one born of a different homeland; each one hunted, and haunted, by tragedy, lies, war. As thousands desperately flock to the coast in the midst of a Soviet advance, four paths converge, vying for passage aboard the Wilhelm Gustloff, a ship that promises safety and freedom. But not all promises can be kept... In ADDITION to Salt to the Sea, honors students should complete the following reading: English I H: (102) Night by Elie Wiesel English II H (202): To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee English III H: (302) PLEASE NOTE: ELA Honors III summer reading CHANGE! In addition to Salt to the Sea, select ONE of the following novels: Maya Angelou, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings Khaled Hosseini, The Kite Runner OR A Thousand Splendid Suns Jeanette Walls, The Glass Castle James McBride, The Color of Water Sue Monk Kidd, The Secret Life of Bees OR The Invention of Wings Kurt Vonnegut, Slaughterhouse Five Tim O’Brien, The Things They Carried Kathryn Stockett, The Help Hilary Jordan, When She Woke Susan Meissner, Fall of Marigolds Emily St. John Mandel, Station Eleven Jennifer Niven, All the Bright Places Angie Thomas, The Hate U Give Cormac McCarthy, The Road AP Language (402): Read THREE books total: Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys Educated by Tara Westover Read ONE of the following by Malcolm Gladwell: Outliers, The Tipping Point or David and Goliath AP Literature (404): Read TWO: Life of Pi by Yann Martel The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield The Guernsey Literary Potato Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows The Book Thief by Markus Zusak The Tiger’s Wife by Tea Obreht The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern This is How It Always Is by Laurie Frankel Academic Decathlon (HUM100): The 1818 version of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Chardon Goes to the Musicals Attached is the flyer for the last two shows of this school year - Dear Evan Hansen & Come From Away. Based on the continued enthusiastic response, Chardon Goes to the Musicals has secured tickets for shows in the 2019-2020 season as well. Please contact Elizabeth Fullerman for more details, otherwise, watch for details in the fall. All 80 tickets for Lion King are sold out. Thank you to those families who purchased. As a reminder, these tickets are not a fundraiser, simply an easy way for community members to have access to Playhouse Square, the second largest theater district, only to Broadway. Alianna's AlertAlianna’s Alert, sponsored by state Senator Sandra Williams (D-Cleveland), has recently become Ohio law and will go into effect on April 4, 2019. The law will require schools to call parents within 120 minutes of the start of the school day if a child is marked absent and parents have not provided prior notification to the school. At Chardon High School, we have followed this timeline for years. However, calling your son/daughter out of school prior to the start of the day is really helpful to our attendance secretary. Likewise, taking accurate and timely classroom attendance is really important for our teachers to assist in this process. Our school handbook states: ABSENCE FROM SCHOOL AND ATTENDANCE - Regular attendance and promptness to class are necessary for the continuity of learning and the development of good habits. The following are considered legitimate absences from school: personal illness, illness in the family, quarantine of the home, religious holiday, legal obligation, medical appointment, death of a relative, or emergency circumstances which, in the judgment of school authorities, constitute sufficient cause for absence. Doctor’s notes may be requested by school authorities if a student accumulates excessive absences. Parents must call the school when children are absent. State law requires that the parent be contacted at home or work if the school is not called. An unexcused absence will be treated as a truancy offense and dealt with accordingly. Please call the high school at 440.285.4057 (press #1) prior to 9:00 a.m. to report absences. This is available 24 hours a day. The following are considered excused: • personal illness • illness in family • death of a relative • quarantine for contagious disease • court Appearances • observance of religious holidays • circumstances, which in the judgment of the superintendent of designee, constitute a sufficient cause for absence Thank you for your attention to this important detail. Prom Volunteers Needed Volunteer: Prom Ticket Sales Topper Bistro
Geauga Park District  Chardon Academy FundraiserThe students of the Chardon Academy at Chardon High School are sponsoring an Animal Food and Supply Drive during the month of April (Monday, April 1, 2019 – Tuesday, April 30, 2019). The event is entitled: Scooby-Doo! DOO GOOD to help promote the celebration of National Kids & Pets Day (Friday, April 26, 2019) and National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day (Tuesday, April 30, 2019). Designated Drop-Off Areas are CHS, CMS, Munson Elem. & Park Elem. Main Offices. All proceeds will benefit Rescue Village (Geauga Humane Society), an animal welfare agency located in Russell Township in Geauga County, Ohio. WomenSafe Inc ClosingThe benefits of being trained in LEAN and Six Sigma has provided us new efficiencies and intentional frameworks to define our team. The last 10 days have been transformative. I cannot express enough gratitude to Mr. Higham and Mr. Herner for their work by applying Lean eyes with the puzzle of our rooms. Likewise, I am grateful for the collaborative vision between Mrs. Hetrick, Mr. Hurlbut, Mrs. Jacobs, Mr. Kovach, and Mr. Bandiera. Building a Master Schedule is the largest quantitative and qualitative equation. From scheduling students during course selection and sorting through thousands of requests, and alternates; discussing sections, and articulating courses; building sequencing for the highest achievers to the most in need; configuring ACC and Special Ed numbers and sections and then making it all fit within a Lean algorithm....using time wisely and intentionally is essential. Last year, building the master took nearly three weeks. This year, it took us 10 days. As we were busy working on the master, business was scheduled as usual. Our secretaries were awesome throughout the last 10 days and were very patient with our usual suspects. Special thanks to Mr. Bandiera, Mrs. Blackburn, and our Core Value Team for the extraordinary work that they put in to earn a 93% proficiency with PBIS. We are now eligible to apply for the Bronze Award. Special thanks to everyone that was put on the spot with our core values. Six years ago these words began to peruse the halls at CHS and now they are the pillars of our every action! We wouldn't be who we are without your daily work in the classroom. Please keep the April and May Schedule close to your eyes as many things are happening each week. Make today great! Have a good weekend with family and friends! Douglas Murray, Principal    Welcome Back! It's the FINAL COUNTDOWN! Now that the Europe song is stuck in your head--it is time to live LIFE IN THE FASTLANE. Oops, I did it again. Alright, I am done. We are literally going to fly through these last several weeks so hold on. As I have shared over the last several weeks, the schedule (posted over the last few weeks) demonstrates the volume of tasks and events going on at CHS. As we march through the transition to the new season, we are longing for a stretch of dry days. However, most educators would share that having inclement weather in the fourth quarter would help keep our students inclined to be more on task. Yet, the winter blues have set in. Most of us are used to the long winter, but this year seemed relentless. I believe that even most of our skiers and snowboarders are ready for short sleeves and shorts. We all know that our spring coaches are sick and tired of being sick and tired of wearing hoodies and rain gear. Yet, like every year...this too shall pass...until the Maple Festival :) Moments like this remind us of the importance of patience and perseverance. Being patient creates opportunities for growth inside of us which will help us nurture our response to difficult moments. The next seven weeks are going to pass us by in a blink of an eye. It is so important to pause and reflect on each moment in front of us. Likewise, demonstrating patience will expand our ability to persevere through moments in our lives that impact us at school, sports, our jobs, and even relationships. As we have shared numerous times throughout this year, our response to any event creates the outcome that we expect. So, to model this for you I am going to end this portion of the Week in Reflection by exclaiming that it is a beautiful day to be the best version of ourselves and seize the opportunities in front of us during this beautiful time of year! Checklist: March/April/ May
AIR Testing As we enter April, we are continuing our preparations at Chardon High School for the upcoming AIR exams. The AIR exams are end-of-course exams mandated by the state of Ohio, and students (grades 9-12) earn graduation points regarding their results. Students will take the AIR exams as described below:  April 17-18 (Grade 8th, ELA I, and ELA II Test) Bell ScheduleWe will be following specific bell schedules to accomplish these tests and to minimize regular classes. Please see the schedule(s) below. Students not scheduled to take these tests will report to school for the beginning of the school day for period 2 on Wednesday, and period 1 on Thursday. All bussing will run at regular times. April 24, 2019 (American History/ Government Test) April 25, 2019 Black Day Schedule We will be following specific bell schedules to accomplish these tests and to minimize regular classes. Please see the schedule below. Students not scheduled to take these tests will report to school for the beginning of the school day for period 2 on Wednesday, and period 1 on Thursday. All bussing will run at regular times. If you have any questions regarding the AIR Test, Testing Schedule, or bell schedule- please contact Douglas Higham or Lacey Jacobs who are coordinating the tests. Senior Handbook Every year, we publish the senior handbook to help assist parents and senior students with the many events that celebrate our graduating class. View this file online Chardon Reads: Summer Reading Program 2019  History Modeled after “One Book, One City” and “One Book, One School” programs already active around our country, the faculty at Chardon High School decided to promote literacy and foster a sense of community by adopting a “Chardon Reads” program of our own. A faculty team met and the selection for summer 2019 is Ruta Sepetys’ Salt to the Sea. One Book, One School… and One Community! In keeping with the mission of the Chardon Local Schools, “high achievement for all students, where learning is our most important work,” a rigorous summer read is required. According to the International Reading Association (2009): “Adolescents entering the adult world will do more reading and writing tasks than any other time in human history. They will need reading and writing to cope with the flood of information they will find in the world as it exists. They will also need to use literacy to feed their imaginations so that they can create the world of the future. In a complex and diverse world, their ability to read is crucial, and therefore, it is essential not only to help them survive, but also to help them thrive.” We want to encourage ALL people in the community to read the summer reading book as well. If family, friends, teachers, and community leaders also read the book, they can encourage thoughtful discussion and motivation among the students. Each summer, the school will select one book for the whole community, students and faculty alike, to read together. Our activities in each class will pertain to the book. In addition to that book, the English department asks each HONORS student to complete additional reading, dependent on the course. Ruta Sepetys’ Salt to the Sea - From amazon.com: #1 New York Times bestseller and winner of the Carnegie Medal! "A superlative novel . . . masterfully crafted."--The Wall Street Journal Based on "the forgotten tragedy that was six times deadlier than the Titanic."--Time Winter 1945. WWII. Four refugees. Four stories. Each one born of a different homeland; each one hunted, and haunted, by tragedy, lies, war. As thousands desperately flock to the coast in the midst of a Soviet advance, four paths converge, vying for passage aboard the Wilhelm Gustloff, a ship that promises safety and freedom. But not all promises can be kept... In ADDITION to Salt to the Sea, honors students should complete the following reading: English I H: (102) Night by Elie Wiesel English II H (202): To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee English III H: (302) The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald AP Language (402): Read THREE books total: Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys Educated by Tara Westover Read ONE of the following by Malcolm Gladwell: Outliers, The Tipping Point or David and Goliath AP Literature (404): Read TWO: Life of Pi by Yann Martel The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield The Guernsey Literary Potato Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows The Book Thief by Markus Zusak The Tiger’s Wife by Tea Obreht The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern This is How It Always Is by Laurie Frankel Academic Decathlon (HUM100): The 1818 version of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley The Learning Commons NewsletterAttached is the latest issue of The Learning Center Newsletter. Teachers will find information on license renewal. The article contains a link that leads to the LPDC Online Form Management System. That is the definitive location for everything Chardon Local School teachers need for license renewal including who the LPDC members are and the dates the committee meets. Also included are pictures showing the first delivery of books received using the gift from the Celebrating Ohio Book Awards and Authors Grant. All are welcome to come and "check out" the new books! Chardon Academy FundraiserThe students of the Chardon Academy at Chardon High School are sponsoring an Animal Food and Supply Drive during the month of April (Monday, April 1, 2019 – Tuesday, April 30, 2019). The event is entitled: Scooby-Doo! DOO GOOD to help promote the celebration of National Kids & Pets Day (Friday, April 26, 2019) and National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day (Tuesday, April 30, 2019). Designated Drop-Off Areas are CHS, CMS, Munson Elem. & Park Elem. Main Offices. All proceeds will benefit Rescue Village (Geauga Humane Society), an animal welfare agency located in Russell Township in Geauga County, Ohio. Chardon Goes to the MusicalsAttached is the flyer for the last two shows of this school year - Dear Evan Hansen & Come From Away. Based on the continued enthusiastic response, Chardon Goes to the Musicals has secured tickets for shows in the 2019-2020 season as well. Please contact Elizabeth Fullerman for more details, otherwise, watch for details in the fall. All 80 tickets for Lion King are sold out. Thank you to those families who purchased. As a reminder, these tickets are not a fundraiser, simply an easy way for community members to have access to Playhouse Square, the second largest theater district, only to Broadway. Middle School Track We have three home meets on our schedule, and they cannot happen without volunteers!! We ask that each family at least sign up for one or two of them, so we can be assured our events are covered and can take place. We need 1 head timer and assistant, 6-8 lane timers, 2 scorekeepers, and 2 field event workers for each of the 4 field events. Thank you in advance for taking the time to help out! Meets will start at about 4:30, and should conclude about 6:30, depending on the number of teams an athletes. Sign up 8th Grade Parent Meeting: DC TRIP On Monday, April 8, Chardon High School will have a mandatory parent meeting for the DC Trip. This trip is scheduled for May 13-15, 2019. This week, we will meet with 8th graders attending the trip to communicate details of room configurations. We will also be meeting with teacher chaperones to align some of the details that Great Day! Tours are providing. On Monday, Paul Travaglianti will be present to go through the detailed itinerary. Parents will need to sign off on the room assignment forms on Monday. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Douglas Higham. What: Required Great Day Tours Presentation Follow-Up When: Monday, April 8 Where: CHS Gym 6:30-7:30 PM 4/01/2019: 3rd Payment due- $145 Alianna's AlertAlianna’s Alert, sponsored by state Senator Sandra Williams (D-Cleveland), has recently become Ohio law and will go into effect on April 4, 2019. The law will require schools to call parents within 120 minutes of the start of the school day if a child is marked absent and parents have not provided prior notification to the school. At Chardon High School, we have followed this timeline for years. However, calling your son/daughter out of school prior to start of the day is really helpful to our attendance secretary. Likewise, taking accurate and timely classroom attendance is really important for our teachers to assist in this process. Our school handbook states: ABSENCE FROM SCHOOL AND ATTENDANCE - Regular attendance and promptness to class are necessary for the continuity of learning and the development of good habits. The following are considered legitimate absences from school: personal illness, illness in the family, quarantine of the home, religious holiday, legal obligation, medical appointment, death of a relative, or emergency circumstances which, in the judgment of school authorities, constitute sufficient cause for absence. Doctor’s notes may be requested by school authorities if a student accumulates excessive absences. Parents must call the school when children are absent. State law requires that the parent be contacted at home or work if the school is not called. An unexcused absence will be treated as a truancy offense and dealt with accordingly. Please call the high school at 440.285.4057 (press #1) prior to 9:00 a.m. to report absences. This is available 24 hours a day. The following are considered excused: • personal illness • illness in family • death of a relative • quarantine for contagious disease • court Appearances • observance of religious holidays • circumstances, which in the judgment of the superintendent of designee, constitute a sufficient cause for absence Thank you for your attention to this important detail. Topper Bistro
 Closing Beginning this week, our administrative and counselor team began preparing for the 2019-2020 school year. We have spent nearly 40 hours building our master schedule. So much goes into preparing for a master schedule. This year, we are using the principles of LEAN to streamline classroom allocation and course sequencing to not only assist our teachers but also our hallway traffic. I am proud of the work that the team has put in and look forward to working with our teachers once the schedule is complete. Upcoming Weeks Have a great weekend with your family and friends!
Douglas Murray, Principal 
The beauty of Spring is on the horizon. The birds are beginning to chirp, blossoms are seeking the warmth of the sun, and the weather is dawning into a new season. Welcome to the beauty of this short season in Northeast Ohio. Embrace this time, brace for the Spring showers for the April and May flowers will bloom shortly.
Living in this region, we become accustomed to the highs and lows of the weather, but there is one weather pattern we can control...our personal weather. Every day, we walk our routines with our words, deeds, and behaviors. We, in turn, carry our own weather. Mr. Armelli is a perfect example of this mantra. He stands outside in the rain, snow, and sun exclaiming to ALL: It's a beautiful day! Now, more than ever--carrying our own feelings about our autonomy, our place in this world, and connectivity to others need to rise to the surface of those things that we can control. We are finally in Spring! We are finally at Spring Break. Take time to re-energize and focus on the long and winding road that we will face on April 1- May 25. We got this is! CHS Academic Decathlon
Congratulations to the CHS Academic Decathlon team. They worked hard at State Competition last weekend where they persevered through two days of objective testing and performance assessments. (always with smiles on their faces) Team members are Marko Milic, Reese Schneider, Hannah Holbert, Molly Greene, Kara Connolly, and Meredith McKeon. The team is returning four medal winners next year and hopes to add to their numbers. Current students should talk to their guidance counselor to become part of this winning tradition.
Senior Handbook
Every year, we publish the senior handbook to help assist parents and senior students with the many events that celebrate our graduating class.
View this file online
Buckeye State
The following students were selected, by the American Legion, to participate in Buckeye State this summer.
What is Buckeye Girls State? Buckeye Girls State is the name given to Ohio's Girls State program, which was designed to educate Ohio's young women in the duties, privileges, rights and responsibilities of good citizenship. By getting involved in the process, Delegates can learn more about City, County and State Government in one week than they will learn in an entire semester of high school. The Ohio American Legion Auxiliary has been a proud sponsor of Buckeye Girls State for the past sixty-four years. The program has been honored by such organizations as Freedom's Foundation at Valley Forge and the National Association of Secondary School Principals. What is Buckeye Boys State? American Legion Buckeye Boys State is an eight-day hands-on experience in the operation of the democratic form of government, the organization of political parties, and the relationship of one to the other in shaping Ohio government. Founded in 1936, Buckeye Boys State is the largest Boys State program in the nation with an attendance of over 1,200 young men annually, representing nearly 600 Ohio High Schools, several on-line High Schools, and the Home Schooled Community. The American Legion Buckeye Boys State program is sponsored by the Ohio American Legion, the largest veterans organization in the State of Ohio. At Boys State, young men learn about city, county, and state government through a non-partisan objective education approach. The young men also form friendships which will last a lifetime!
Thank you to the American Legion for sponsoring this program for our students.
Checklist: March/April/ May
Enclosed is the CHS "map" of future events. There so many details inside of this document that will guide you on your way to success. Take it one day at a time and seize every moment with your student along the way. The document below is a PDF, however, I have enclosed a link below this file that you can access online.
Meet the Toppers: Spring Edition7th to 8th Grade Information
Questions regarding scheduling for current 7th graders should be directed to Mr. Kyle Kovach, 8th grade Counselor at Chardon High School at kyle.kovach@chardonschools.org. Information is HERE regarding CCP classes. HERE is the link to the CHS Program of Studies. This contains descriptions of courses to help parents and students understand what each course is about. HERE is the link to the descriptions of the Circuit of Success.
School Fees are DUE
School fees are due to Chardon Local Schools. Payable at your student's individual school.
Please look at your student's Infinite Campus account under “Fees” to see what is owed for each child. All Participation fees for the Fall/Winter Season are due. DO NOT PAY SPRING Participation fees until they are posted in Infinite Campus. This takes a little time to get the final official rosters from the coaches added and adjustment made where needed. When you are looking at the fess, if something does not look right or your student has dropped a class and it is still showing, please call so that it can be corrected. Direct all of your calls to Mrs. McBride. 440-285-4057 x. 1441 
We have about 30 seniors that have NOT ordered their cap and gown. If you have not ordered your CAP and GOWN, please see Mrs. McBride ASAP. Furthermore, you can call her about any question pertaining to graduation.
Geauga County School Job Fair
As Chardon High School put on a Career Fair on March 1, Berkshire is putting on a job fair for students who are 16 years and older. If you are interested in attending, we will have a bus to send students. Please sign up here.
Geauga County Kickstart Fair
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Happy St. Patrick's to all ye Irish and those Irish at heart!
Douglas (Mc)Murray, Principal
Douglas (Mc)Murray, Principal
The #Finishline: Where Did The Time GO!
“Are we there yet? Are we there yet?” We’re all familiar with those plaintive cries from the kids in the backseat. The end of the school year is a lot like those long car trips...but, wait...we are only starting the fourth quarter! We are stopping at a rest area...or are we?
With the ebb and flow of March weather and relentless pockets of precipitation, some students feel that it is time to sit in the back seat and wait until they have idled through the finish line. Regardless of what grade that your son/daughter is in, the fourth quarter is the moment to finish...the moment to refine….and the moment to define who they are.
Two decades of teaching and coaching have cemented in my mind the sheer purpose of preparing for beyond the finish line. Many students and athletes look at the endpoint of a year or season as the goal. The reality is that goals are defined well before the year, and season. I wouldn’t prepare for a state title without establishing the backward design model of off-season/pre-season/in-season preparedness. Likewise, school provides us with many finish lines to pause and reflect which culminates towards the ultimate finish line at commencement.
Wherever you are plotted on the sixteen ‘quarter-markers’ along the high school experience, every stopping point is an opportunity to refine your purpose along the path. Seize this moment and make your mark this quarter!
With the ebb and flow of March weather and relentless pockets of precipitation, some students feel that it is time to sit in the back seat and wait until they have idled through the finish line. Regardless of what grade that your son/daughter is in, the fourth quarter is the moment to finish...the moment to refine….and the moment to define who they are.
Two decades of teaching and coaching have cemented in my mind the sheer purpose of preparing for beyond the finish line. Many students and athletes look at the endpoint of a year or season as the goal. The reality is that goals are defined well before the year, and season. I wouldn’t prepare for a state title without establishing the backward design model of off-season/pre-season/in-season preparedness. Likewise, school provides us with many finish lines to pause and reflect which culminates towards the ultimate finish line at commencement.
Wherever you are plotted on the sixteen ‘quarter-markers’ along the high school experience, every stopping point is an opportunity to refine your purpose along the path. Seize this moment and make your mark this quarter!
Career Fair
On Friday, March 1, students in grades 7-12 engaged with over 60 exhibitors representing the 4E's: education, employment, entrepreneurship, and enlistment. Special thanks to those vendors who offered our students jobs, internships, and co-ops at the event. Also, special thanks to Congressman Dave Joyce who sent proclamations recognizing our students who have been trained in Lean Six Sigma. With the initial feedback from students, parents, and exhibitors, we look forward to continuing to build our future readiness programming.
All photos courtesy of Hardesty Imaging, LCC
Model UN: Cleveland Council of World Affairs
The CHS Model UN Team attended the Cleveland Council on World Affairs Spring MUN Conference at Case Western Reserve University this week! It was an intense conference filled with lots of fruitful debate on topics such as the uses of cyber warfare and ending global unemployment. Chardon had a total of 10 students attend, representing the following delegations: United Kingdom, Belgium, and Denmark in the Economic and Social Council, Switzerland, Thailand, Syria, Tajikistan, and Ukraine in the Disarmament and International Security Committee, as well as 2 delegates in the Chinese Cultural Revolution Crisis. It was an exciting conference for the team, as Logan Coles (sophomore) won the position paper award in the Chinese Cultural Revolution Crisis Committee, and Grace Kilfoyle (senior) won the Gavel Award as the United Kingdom in ECOSOC, a highly coveted honor, awarded to the best delegate from each committee. After a busy year of conferences, the entire team still concludes that MUN is FUN!!
High School Spring Musical: Grease is the word!
It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. The too-cool-for-school “Burger Palace Boys” are stealing hub-caps and acting tough and their gum-snapping, chain-smoking “Pink Ladies” are looking hot in bobby sox and pedal pushers. The 1950s high school dream is about to explode in this rollicking musical that is both an homage to the idealism of the fifties and a satire of high schoolers’ age-old desire to be rebellious, provocative and rebellious. At the heart of the story is the romance between hot-rodding gangster Danny Zuko and the sweet new girl in town, Sandy Dumbrowski.
March 14-16th @7:00 PM
March 17th @2:00 PM
March 14-16th @7:00 PM
March 17th @2:00 PM
Buy Tickets for Grease
Please see the options for purchasing tickets below using Eventbrite.
Furthermore, our Business Crew will be at Park Thursday 3/7, Monday 3/11 from 4:00 - 8:00 for ticket sales, as well as Wednesday 3/13 - Sunday 3/17 before/during shows for ticket sales.
Furthermore, our Business Crew will be at Park Thursday 3/7, Monday 3/11 from 4:00 - 8:00 for ticket sales, as well as Wednesday 3/13 - Sunday 3/17 before/during shows for ticket sales.
Ohio Governor's Art Show!
Congratulations to Anne Ciszak for getting her photograph into the nationally judged Scholastic Art Show!
Congratulations to Chloe Taddie and Anne Evans for having their artworks accepted into the State of Ohio Governor's Art Show! (Drawings by Evans and Photography by Taddie)
Congratulations to Chloe Taddie and Anne Evans for having their artworks accepted into the State of Ohio Governor's Art Show! (Drawings by Evans and Photography by Taddie)
Anne Evans
Anne Evans
Chloe Taddie
Chloe Taddie
Anne Ciszak
Shark Tank- Episode 3.0
The Principles of Entrepreneurship class has begun their "Shark Tank" presentations for this quarter with some very exciting products including: a treadmill for the shower, a multipurpose backpack, a cell phone power exchange and an app to track when your school bus will arrive. All this excellent work for a class that does not receive a letter grade! Thanks, Mr. Herner for all of your passion and energy with our kids!
Rotary Speech Contest
Grace Kilfoyle earned first place and James Gross earned third place! Grace moves on to the district competition at Aurora on April 6.
CHS Bands grades 8-12
This past Friday, the CHS Bands grades 8-12 had a day of education and culture in Cleveland's University Circle. The bands had a unique clinic opportunity with the Director of Bands at Case Western Reserve University, Dr. Ryan Scherber, in the beautiful Maltz Performing Arts Center. The day also included the Museum of Natural History and an old time radio reenactment of the "Balto" story, The Cleveland Museum of Art, and the day culminated with the Cleveland Orchestra's performance of the soundtrack and movie, "Rebel Without a Cause."
The Learning Commons
Attached is the newest edition of the Learning Center Newsletter.
This issue includes several valuable resources for teachers that you may not be aware of, or maybe you haven't checked out recently. All the content is free of charge, and each resource can be applied across the curriculum.
This issue includes several valuable resources for teachers that you may not be aware of, or maybe you haven't checked out recently. All the content is free of charge, and each resource can be applied across the curriculum.
School Fees are DUE
School fees are due to Chardon Local Schools. Payable at your student's individual school.
Please look at your student's Infinite Campus account under “Fees” to see what is owed for each child.
All Participation fees for the Fall/Winter Season are due.
DO NOT PAY SPRING Participation fees until they are posted in Infinite Campus. This takes a little time to get the final official rosters from the coaches added and adjustment made where needed.
When you are looking at the fess, if something does not look right or your student has dropped a class and it is still showing, please call so that it can be corrected.
Direct all of your calls to Mrs. McBride.
440-205-4057 x. 1441
Please look at your student's Infinite Campus account under “Fees” to see what is owed for each child.
All Participation fees for the Fall/Winter Season are due.
DO NOT PAY SPRING Participation fees until they are posted in Infinite Campus. This takes a little time to get the final official rosters from the coaches added and adjustment made where needed.
When you are looking at the fess, if something does not look right or your student has dropped a class and it is still showing, please call so that it can be corrected.
Direct all of your calls to Mrs. McBride.
440-205-4057 x. 1441
We have about 50 seniors that have NOT ordered their cap and gown. If you have not ordered your CAP and GOWN, please see Mrs. McBride ASAP. Furthermore, you can call her about any question pertaining to graduation.
Geauga Growth Partnership
How do I prepare for the working world?
What are the latest hiring trends? What should I be doing now to prepare for a good job?
How do I choose a career that will make me happy?
Parents & Students, this event may help you answer some of those questions. Registration today for this FREE event at this link.
Students - Ignite your path toward finding a fulfilling and meaningful career.
HS Seniors & Grads: Bring your resumes for a chance to meet with
employers to practice how to approach and converse.
Parents - Discover multiple ways for funding your child's education and guiding them toward their greatest potential.
6:00PM - Meet, Greet & Eat (food provided by Auburn Career Center)
6:30PM - Guest Presentations
7:15 PM- Geauga Jobs Market Breakout
> Hear messages from guest speakers.
> Meet at table tops with businesses and schools.
> Explore careers in the trades, medical, manufacturing, service & more.
What are the latest hiring trends? What should I be doing now to prepare for a good job?
How do I choose a career that will make me happy?
Parents & Students, this event may help you answer some of those questions. Registration today for this FREE event at this link.
Students - Ignite your path toward finding a fulfilling and meaningful career.
HS Seniors & Grads: Bring your resumes for a chance to meet with
employers to practice how to approach and converse.
Parents - Discover multiple ways for funding your child's education and guiding them toward their greatest potential.
6:00PM - Meet, Greet & Eat (food provided by Auburn Career Center)
6:30PM - Guest Presentations
7:15 PM- Geauga Jobs Market Breakout
> Hear messages from guest speakers.
> Meet at table tops with businesses and schools.
> Explore careers in the trades, medical, manufacturing, service & more.
Geauga County Kickstart Fair
April 8, 2019
6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Featured speaker for students/families
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Fair
West Geauga High School
13401 Chillicothe Road
Chesterland, OH 44026
Fair Contact: David Callahan, West Geauga High School
Phone contact the day of the fair, Michelle: 440-729-5962
Reps: Materials drop off location is the gym entrance; parking for reps is in the South lot.
Dinner for all Reps will be offered prior to the fair between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Google maps: Map to West Geauga HS
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Fair
West Geauga High School
13401 Chillicothe Road
Chesterland, OH 44026
Fair Contact: David Callahan, West Geauga High School
Phone contact the day of the fair, Michelle: 440-729-5962
Reps: Materials drop off location is the gym entrance; parking for reps is in the South lot.
Dinner for all Reps will be offered prior to the fair between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Google maps: Map to West Geauga HS
University of Akron’s Society of Women Engineers
The University of Akron’s Society of Women Engineers is hosting a high school Shadow Day on Wednesday, April 3, 2019.
Shadow Day is a chance for future women engineers to shadow an engineering student at the University of Akron for the day. It is a great way for young women to get a taste of what college life is all about. Last year we had over 40 students participate and it was a huge success.
This event is hosted by The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Chapter at The University of Akron. SWE has been promoting diversity in the engineering field since 1960. Being SWE affiliated we are only accepting young women who are interested in engineering majors to be shadows.
The event will be on Wednesday, April 3. High Schoolers will need to arrive at 7:45 am. No transportation is provided by the University of Akron.
Tentative Schedule
Students will need to provide their first and last name (FULL NAME please), their intended major, their personal email, and any dietary restrictions.
IMPORTANT! Do NOT use a HIGH SCHOOL EMAIL ACCOUNT - those block my emails and students will not be able to receive any information about Shadow Day.
Students should get a confirmation email. If they do not, fill out the form again using a different email address.
In clicking this link you have agreed to attend 2019 Shadow Day
*and to not use your high school email account*.
2019 Shadow Day High Schooler Sign-Up
The sign-up will be closed Wednesday, March 20, 2019, so don't delay.
If you have any questions please email me at hyg1@zips.uakron.edu.
Shadow Day is a chance for future women engineers to shadow an engineering student at the University of Akron for the day. It is a great way for young women to get a taste of what college life is all about. Last year we had over 40 students participate and it was a huge success.
This event is hosted by The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Chapter at The University of Akron. SWE has been promoting diversity in the engineering field since 1960. Being SWE affiliated we are only accepting young women who are interested in engineering majors to be shadows.
The event will be on Wednesday, April 3. High Schoolers will need to arrive at 7:45 am. No transportation is provided by the University of Akron.
Tentative Schedule
- 7:45 - Arrive
- 8:00 - Small Breakfast
- 8:30 - Engineering Classes and/or Campus Tours
- 12:00 - Lunch and SWE meeting
- 1:00 - Depart
Students will need to provide their first and last name (FULL NAME please), their intended major, their personal email, and any dietary restrictions.
IMPORTANT! Do NOT use a HIGH SCHOOL EMAIL ACCOUNT - those block my emails and students will not be able to receive any information about Shadow Day.
Students should get a confirmation email. If they do not, fill out the form again using a different email address.
In clicking this link you have agreed to attend 2019 Shadow Day
*and to not use your high school email account*.
2019 Shadow Day High Schooler Sign-Up
The sign-up will be closed Wednesday, March 20, 2019, so don't delay.
If you have any questions please email me at hyg1@zips.uakron.edu.
Harvard Undergraduate Economics Association (HUEA)
The Harvard Undergraduate Economics Association (HUEA), in collaboration with the Harvard Economics Review (HER), is delighted to announce the annual International Essay Competition. It is open to students aged 15 to 18 or in high/senior school (Grades 9 to 12, or Years 10 to 13).
It is a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate an accomplished level of writing and to also establish a convincing and well-argued essay. Such essay writing skills are highly attractive on undergraduate applications to universities in the USA and UK.
Four questions have been posted on the HUEA website (posted on February 3rd, 2019). Each essay submission will have a $5 fee which must be paid upon submission of the essay. The deadline for submitting the essay will be 11:59pm EST April 30th, 2019. There will be $1300 worth of prizes to be won, with further non-monetary awards available.
The essays will be judged by the boards of the HUEA and HER, with the top 15 submissions adjudicated by esteemed Harvard economics professor and 2016 Nobel Prize Winner Oliver Hart.
Further details are available at https://www.thehuea.org/international-essay-contest. We wish all applicants good luck and look forward to reading the submissions in May!
It is a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate an accomplished level of writing and to also establish a convincing and well-argued essay. Such essay writing skills are highly attractive on undergraduate applications to universities in the USA and UK.
Four questions have been posted on the HUEA website (posted on February 3rd, 2019). Each essay submission will have a $5 fee which must be paid upon submission of the essay. The deadline for submitting the essay will be 11:59pm EST April 30th, 2019. There will be $1300 worth of prizes to be won, with further non-monetary awards available.
The essays will be judged by the boards of the HUEA and HER, with the top 15 submissions adjudicated by esteemed Harvard economics professor and 2016 Nobel Prize Winner Oliver Hart.
Further details are available at https://www.thehuea.org/international-essay-contest. We wish all applicants good luck and look forward to reading the submissions in May!
Ohio State Buckeye Vet Prep Camp
Chardon Goes to the Musicals
Thank you again for your support of Chardon Goes to the Musicals. There has been so much positive feedback and it is amazing at how many people have taken advantage of the tickets! Money is due before Spring Break.
We will have one more flyer with Come From Away, Dear Evan Hansen, and Lion King all on one, with money due at the beginning of May, as all of these shows will be summer 2019.
We will have one more flyer with Come From Away, Dear Evan Hansen, and Lion King all on one, with money due at the beginning of May, as all of these shows will be summer 2019.
Topper Bistro
Chardon High School Drama Club Grade 8 & 9
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Chardon High School Drama Club Grade 8 & 9
Sponsored by Geauga Lyric Theater Guild Meeting Thursdays at CHS after school to 4:30 Shows at Geauga Theater May 9 at 7pm and May 11 at 2pm OPENINGS still available- forms at the CHS office First meeting Thursday Feb 14 in CHS Cafeteria Instructors: Julie Douglass and Karen Porter |
GEAUGA COUNTY MAPLE FESTIVAL QUEEN/KING CONTEST
The Maple Festival is now accepting applications for the Geauga County Maple Festival’s Queen and King Contest. This year we have the potential for a $1000+ prize!
Applications can be found on the Maple Festival’s website at:
https://www.maplefestival.com/queens-pageant.htmlhttps://www.maplefestival.com/kings-pageant.html
Applications can be found on the Maple Festival’s website at:
https://www.maplefestival.com/queens-pageant.htmlhttps://www.maplefestival.com/kings-pageant.html
The contest is now open to freshman through seniors residing or attending school in Geauga County. We have currently extended the deadlines as well!
If you need more information, please contact:
Angie May
queens@maplefestival.com
440-487-3224
If you need more information, please contact:
Angie May
queens@maplefestival.com
440-487-3224
Summer Rec Programs
Scheduling Information
Class of 2024 and NEW Students
There will be an informational night on Wednesday, March 13th at 6:30 pm in the CHS gymnasium for parents of current 7th and 8th grade students along with any NEW students to our district regarding scheduling information for next year. Please contact the high school counselors with any questions.
There will be an informational night on Wednesday, March 13th at 6:30 pm in the CHS gymnasium for parents of current 7th and 8th grade students along with any NEW students to our district regarding scheduling information for next year. Please contact the high school counselors with any questions.
Absence for Appointments during a School Day
Notes are to be dropped off in the Student Services Office between 7:00 AM and 7:25 AM. Notes are to include a phone number where the parent can be reached, students first and last name and time of the appointment. If the appointment is after 9:00 AM, students are to pick up the pass between classes any time after 9:00 AM. (This is not an excuse to be tardy to class.) If the appointment is before 9:00 AM, students are to wait and get the exit pass before going to first period. Students MUST pick up exit passes before the period of the class from which they are to be dismissed.
Parents do NOT need to come into the building to sign out their student.
ILLNESS AT SCHOOL
If the situation arises in which a student needs to use their cell phone for any reason, they may do so with administrative permission and supervision. If a student feels ill at school, they must follow procedures and go to the nurse. Students cannot have parents call them out of school for personal illness without seeing the nurse.
Notes are to be dropped off in the Student Services Office between 7:00 AM and 7:25 AM. Notes are to include a phone number where the parent can be reached, students first and last name and time of the appointment. If the appointment is after 9:00 AM, students are to pick up the pass between classes any time after 9:00 AM. (This is not an excuse to be tardy to class.) If the appointment is before 9:00 AM, students are to wait and get the exit pass before going to first period. Students MUST pick up exit passes before the period of the class from which they are to be dismissed.
Parents do NOT need to come into the building to sign out their student.
ILLNESS AT SCHOOL
If the situation arises in which a student needs to use their cell phone for any reason, they may do so with administrative permission and supervision. If a student feels ill at school, they must follow procedures and go to the nurse. Students cannot have parents call them out of school for personal illness without seeing the nurse.
Upcoming Dates:
Winter Sports Awards will be Tuesday, March 12 at 7:00 pm in the CHS Gym.
Chardon High School Musical: Thursday- Sunday @Park (see above for details)
Spring Break: March 23-31
Winter Sports Awards will be Tuesday, March 12 at 7:00 pm in the CHS Gym.
Chardon High School Musical: Thursday- Sunday @Park (see above for details)
Spring Break: March 23-31
We are 12 days away from a new season!
Have an awesome weekend with family and friends,
Douglas Murray, Principal
Douglas Murray, Principal
This week epitomized what it means to be a Hilltopper. This week, our students and staff were highly engaged deep into the 3rd quarter with learning targeted outcomes. I had the opportunity to observe several classes where students took ownership of their learning. We are so grateful to our teachers who have worked with intentionality in their PLC's and district goals to continue living our mission.
We also saw hundreds of students serving their community as we celebrate our annual Core Values Day at CHS. Students in grades 8, 9, 10, and 12 identified areas in their lives that they wanted to serve. We had so many phenomenal entries to the Google form stating all of the acts of service to families, our community, and our specific values. Mr. Bandiera, Mr. Higham, and I were deeply moved by the students' intentional acts of kindness.
In the spirit of Achievement, our 11th grade students took time out of their day to focus on the ACT. As I monitored the test from my computer it was clear to me that the students took the time to work diligently on this important academic opportunity. We are so proud of the juniors. Likewise, we are grateful to our staff who proctored all of the rooms.
Wednesday, as I wrote in the special edition of Week in Reflection, provided us the opportunity to come together as a community to focus on each other and to be humbled by the continued support from our community. We are so blessed to live in Chardon.
This week culminated in our first ever Career Fair! Over 50 vendors came in and set-up in the gym. Students of every grade level had the opportunity to meet, work on soft skills, and network with business leaders in the hope to land internships and summer employment. Furthermore, several colleges and our military were present to talk with our students.
As Mr. Armelli states, It was a beautiful day!"
We also saw hundreds of students serving their community as we celebrate our annual Core Values Day at CHS. Students in grades 8, 9, 10, and 12 identified areas in their lives that they wanted to serve. We had so many phenomenal entries to the Google form stating all of the acts of service to families, our community, and our specific values. Mr. Bandiera, Mr. Higham, and I were deeply moved by the students' intentional acts of kindness.
In the spirit of Achievement, our 11th grade students took time out of their day to focus on the ACT. As I monitored the test from my computer it was clear to me that the students took the time to work diligently on this important academic opportunity. We are so proud of the juniors. Likewise, we are grateful to our staff who proctored all of the rooms.
Wednesday, as I wrote in the special edition of Week in Reflection, provided us the opportunity to come together as a community to focus on each other and to be humbled by the continued support from our community. We are so blessed to live in Chardon.
This week culminated in our first ever Career Fair! Over 50 vendors came in and set-up in the gym. Students of every grade level had the opportunity to meet, work on soft skills, and network with business leaders in the hope to land internships and summer employment. Furthermore, several colleges and our military were present to talk with our students.
As Mr. Armelli states, It was a beautiful day!"
Language Arts LIVE!
Language Arts Live! is a speaker and resource program which provides students with examples of how the knowledge they acquire in the classroom translates to the professional world and life beyond high school. The objectives are for students to be able to better understand the various reading, writing and communication skills they are currently learning and to then be able to apply these skills meaningfully to their lives.
The key to the success of this series is parental and community involvement which reinforces our CHARDON core values. We asked for willing and able parents and community professionals to come into our classrooms and participate in a panel discussion regarding the use of language and communication skills in various settings. Our seniors, in preparation for college and career readiness, will be exploring technical and career writing with the help of mentors currently in the professions to which the seniors aspire. Special thanks to this year's speakers: Dr. Carey Shive (Bio-Medical Researcher, Cleveland VA and Case Western Reserve University), Mr. Jeffery Kornute (Human Resources Manager, Morton Salt), and Mr. Hector Diaz-Stringel (Chemical Engineering, President, ATA Tools). Our panel contained a variety of professionals to explain to the students the importance of effective communication skills, ideally motivating them to be effective communicators themselves. We sincerely thank them for their time and energy.
The key to the success of this series is parental and community involvement which reinforces our CHARDON core values. We asked for willing and able parents and community professionals to come into our classrooms and participate in a panel discussion regarding the use of language and communication skills in various settings. Our seniors, in preparation for college and career readiness, will be exploring technical and career writing with the help of mentors currently in the professions to which the seniors aspire. Special thanks to this year's speakers: Dr. Carey Shive (Bio-Medical Researcher, Cleveland VA and Case Western Reserve University), Mr. Jeffery Kornute (Human Resources Manager, Morton Salt), and Mr. Hector Diaz-Stringel (Chemical Engineering, President, ATA Tools). Our panel contained a variety of professionals to explain to the students the importance of effective communication skills, ideally motivating them to be effective communicators themselves. We sincerely thank them for their time and energy.
Career Fair: TODAY!
The Chardon School District will be holding a Career Fair for the students on March. 1.
The event which will take place in the gymnasium at Chardon High School, 151 Chardon Ave., is being organized through a partnership with Ohio Means Jobs, the Chardon Chamber of Commerce, RB Sigma Inc., and the Alliance for Working Together.
The event is intended to provide seventh- through 10th-grade students a structured method network for career exploration and to allow 11th- and 12th-grade students the opportunity to network and interview for internships and jobs.
"The Career Fair is the culminating activity of our district's focus on college and career pathways," Ed Klein, Chardon's assistant superintendent, said in a new release. "Students in all grade levels, and in all school buildings throughout the Chardon Local School District, will be exploring the 4 E's: Education, Employment, Enlistment, and Entrepreneurship."
Organizations who choose to exhibit at the event will be able to interview students as potential candidates for internships and available job opportunities. They will also be able to network with graduating students as they prepare to enter the workforce and with students who choose to continue career exploration.
The event which will take place in the gymnasium at Chardon High School, 151 Chardon Ave., is being organized through a partnership with Ohio Means Jobs, the Chardon Chamber of Commerce, RB Sigma Inc., and the Alliance for Working Together.
The event is intended to provide seventh- through 10th-grade students a structured method network for career exploration and to allow 11th- and 12th-grade students the opportunity to network and interview for internships and jobs.
"The Career Fair is the culminating activity of our district's focus on college and career pathways," Ed Klein, Chardon's assistant superintendent, said in a new release. "Students in all grade levels, and in all school buildings throughout the Chardon Local School District, will be exploring the 4 E's: Education, Employment, Enlistment, and Entrepreneurship."
Organizations who choose to exhibit at the event will be able to interview students as potential candidates for internships and available job opportunities. They will also be able to network with graduating students as they prepare to enter the workforce and with students who choose to continue career exploration.
The following businesses are attending our Career Fair
| Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) AQUA DOC Lake & Pond Management Inc Auburn Career Center Bryant-Stratton Centerra Co-Op Chardon Healthcare Component Repair Technologies Crescor David Joyce De Nora Tech, LLC EGC Holding Company Exscape Designs Fredon Geauga County Sheriff's Office Geauga Family YMCA Great Lakes Cheese Habco Tool & Development HEXPOL Compounding Holly Hill Health Care Residence Kent State Kinetico Kuhnle Brothers Inc Lake Erie College Lakeland Community College | Legacy Health Systems (Mapleview Country Village) Libra Industries Lincoln Electric Magnet Mapleview Country Villa Marines Minitab Notre Dame College ODE Ohio Army National Guard Ohio Technical College Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities Patterson Dental PCC AIRFOILS LLC PUNDERSON MANOR RESORT RB Sigma, LLC Step Web Design/Hardesty Imagin The Reserves Network Tri-c University Hospitals US Air Force US Navy Welded Tubes Windsor House, Inc. |
Parents: We need your help. Ask your child to do this today!
Student Course Requests:
As of today, there are still 100’s of students that have not properly completed their course requests. It is imperative that all students complete the course registration process properly. These numbers are what drive the number of class sections, course offerings, and are the foundation for building a Master Schedule.
During Topper Time: ALL students need to log in to their accounts to confirm or complete their course requests. Feel free to simply read these instructions to the students.
Teachers: Instruct the students to follow these steps as an entire group.
* Students will be able to see teacher recommendations and current course selections.
3. Select “Course Search” (top right)
4. Search for a course by the Course Title , not the course number.
* Type in the first couple letters of the title and hit enter and select course.
5. Underneath the course description, the student can “Request the course” or “Request as an Alternate”
STUDENTS MUST HAVE 6 credits (min.) worth of courses (Not Alternates). Do not confuse this with 6 classes. A semester class, worth .5 credits, is worth .5 .
Ex. English II CP, Geometry, Biology, US History, Drawing (.5), and Ceramics (.5) = 5 credits
Please do your best to make sure that every student completes this tomorrow. Even if a student “says” that they already did it, make them take their Chromebook out, log in, pull it up, and double check. Even if a kid says that they only want 5 classes, make them put 6 in and they can come talk to us.
Program of Studies: Program of Studies
Page 12 has the course lists.
As of today, there are still 100’s of students that have not properly completed their course requests. It is imperative that all students complete the course registration process properly. These numbers are what drive the number of class sections, course offerings, and are the foundation for building a Master Schedule.
During Topper Time: ALL students need to log in to their accounts to confirm or complete their course requests. Feel free to simply read these instructions to the students.
Teachers: Instruct the students to follow these steps as an entire group.
- Log in to Infinite Campus
- Select “Course Registration 19-20” (top left)
* Students will be able to see teacher recommendations and current course selections.
3. Select “Course Search” (top right)
4. Search for a course by the Course Title , not the course number.
* Type in the first couple letters of the title and hit enter and select course.
5. Underneath the course description, the student can “Request the course” or “Request as an Alternate”
STUDENTS MUST HAVE 6 credits (min.) worth of courses (Not Alternates). Do not confuse this with 6 classes. A semester class, worth .5 credits, is worth .5 .
Ex. English II CP, Geometry, Biology, US History, Drawing (.5), and Ceramics (.5) = 5 credits
Please do your best to make sure that every student completes this tomorrow. Even if a student “says” that they already did it, make them take their Chromebook out, log in, pull it up, and double check. Even if a kid says that they only want 5 classes, make them put 6 in and they can come talk to us.
Program of Studies: Program of Studies
Page 12 has the course lists.
Scholarships!
Don't forget today, Friday, March 1st, is the deadline to submit the Common Application Scholarship with many local scholarships! Applications are due to Mrs. Puleo in Guidance by the end of the day.
We've also been receiving questions about scholarship opportunities- don't forget to check your Naviance account under the Scholarship List. We post local scholarships as we are notified by the providers. You can update your acceptance status to the colleges you applied to while you're there to help us gather data!
Don't forget to be checking the financial aid page of the college you are planning to attend to look for scholarships that require a separate application (many times you are automatically considered for many Freshman scholarships by simply applying and completing your FAFSA on time, but this may not be the case for all scholarships). If you have a parent that works for a larger company, they may want to check with their HR Officer to see if the company offers any scholarships, as well. Same thing if your parent(s) belong to any outside organizations/clubs/activities/etc.
Also, here is a non-inclusive list of national scholarship websites that you can be checking out:
www.cappex.com
www.chegg.com
www.collegeboard.com
www.fastweb.com
www.petersons.com
www.scholarshipmonkey.com
www.scholarships.com
www.unigo.com
There's most likely a lot of overlap between the sites, but you can play around on each and see which one fits you best. Also, don't forget to be utilizing our LEAF services (Mrs. Kubec is here on Mondays) and website: leaf-ohio.org
We've also been receiving questions about scholarship opportunities- don't forget to check your Naviance account under the Scholarship List. We post local scholarships as we are notified by the providers. You can update your acceptance status to the colleges you applied to while you're there to help us gather data!
Don't forget to be checking the financial aid page of the college you are planning to attend to look for scholarships that require a separate application (many times you are automatically considered for many Freshman scholarships by simply applying and completing your FAFSA on time, but this may not be the case for all scholarships). If you have a parent that works for a larger company, they may want to check with their HR Officer to see if the company offers any scholarships, as well. Same thing if your parent(s) belong to any outside organizations/clubs/activities/etc.
Also, here is a non-inclusive list of national scholarship websites that you can be checking out:
www.cappex.com
www.chegg.com
www.collegeboard.com
www.fastweb.com
www.petersons.com
www.scholarshipmonkey.com
www.scholarships.com
www.unigo.com
There's most likely a lot of overlap between the sites, but you can play around on each and see which one fits you best. Also, don't forget to be utilizing our LEAF services (Mrs. Kubec is here on Mondays) and website: leaf-ohio.org
Geauga Growth Partnership
How do I prepare for the working world?
What are the latest hiring trends? What should I be doing now to prepare for a good job?
How do I choose a career that will make me happy?
Parents & Students, this event may help you answer some of those questions. Registration today for this FREE event at this link.
Students - Ignite your path toward finding a fulfilling and meaningful career.
HS Seniors & Grads: Bring your resumes for a chance to meet with
employers to practice how to approach and converse.
Parents - Discover multiple ways for funding your child's education and guiding them toward their greatest potential.
6:00PM - Meet, Greet & Eat (food provided by Auburn Career Center)
6:30PM - Guest Presentations
7:15 PM- Geauga Jobs Market Breakout
> Hear messages from guest speakers.
> Meet at table tops with businesses and schools.
> Explore careers in the trades, medical, manufacturing, service & more.
What are the latest hiring trends? What should I be doing now to prepare for a good job?
How do I choose a career that will make me happy?
Parents & Students, this event may help you answer some of those questions. Registration today for this FREE event at this link.
Students - Ignite your path toward finding a fulfilling and meaningful career.
HS Seniors & Grads: Bring your resumes for a chance to meet with
employers to practice how to approach and converse.
Parents - Discover multiple ways for funding your child's education and guiding them toward their greatest potential.
6:00PM - Meet, Greet & Eat (food provided by Auburn Career Center)
6:30PM - Guest Presentations
7:15 PM- Geauga Jobs Market Breakout
> Hear messages from guest speakers.
> Meet at table tops with businesses and schools.
> Explore careers in the trades, medical, manufacturing, service & more.
Geauga County Kickstart Fair
April 8, 2019
6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Featured speaker for students/families
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Fair
West Geauga High School
13401 Chillicothe Road
Chesterland, OH 44026
Fair Contact: David Callahan, West Geauga High School
Phone contact the day of the fair, Michelle: 440-729-5962
Reps: Materials drop off location is the gym entrance; parking for reps is in the South lot.
Dinner for all Reps will be offered prior to the fair between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Google maps: Map to West Geauga HS
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Fair
West Geauga High School
13401 Chillicothe Road
Chesterland, OH 44026
Fair Contact: David Callahan, West Geauga High School
Phone contact the day of the fair, Michelle: 440-729-5962
Reps: Materials drop off location is the gym entrance; parking for reps is in the South lot.
Dinner for all Reps will be offered prior to the fair between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Google maps: Map to West Geauga HS
University of Akron’s Society of Women Engineers
The University of Akron’s Society of Women Engineers is hosting a high school Shadow Day on Wednesday, April 3, 2019.
Shadow Day is a chance for future women engineers to shadow an engineering student at the University of Akron for the day. It is a great way for young women to get a taste of what college life is all about. Last year we had over 40 students participate and it was a huge success.
This event is hosted by The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Chapter at The University of Akron. SWE has been promoting diversity in the engineering field since 1960. Being SWE affiliated we are only accepting young women who are interested in engineering majors to be shadows.
The event will be on Wednesday, April 3. High Schoolers will need to arrive at 7:45 am. No transportation is provided by the University of Akron.
Tentative Schedule
Students will need to provide their first and last name (FULL NAME please), their intended major, their personal email, and any dietary restrictions.
IMPORTANT! Do NOT use a HIGH SCHOOL EMAIL ACCOUNT - those block my emails and students will not be able to receive any information about Shadow Day.
Students should get a confirmation email. If they do not, fill out the form again using a different email address.
In clicking this link you have agreed to attend 2019 Shadow Day
*and to not use your high school email account*.
2019 Shadow Day High Schooler Sign-Up
The sign-up will be closed Wednesday, March 20, 2019, so don't delay.
If you have any questions please email me at hyg1@zips.uakron.edu.
Shadow Day is a chance for future women engineers to shadow an engineering student at the University of Akron for the day. It is a great way for young women to get a taste of what college life is all about. Last year we had over 40 students participate and it was a huge success.
This event is hosted by The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Chapter at The University of Akron. SWE has been promoting diversity in the engineering field since 1960. Being SWE affiliated we are only accepting young women who are interested in engineering majors to be shadows.
The event will be on Wednesday, April 3. High Schoolers will need to arrive at 7:45 am. No transportation is provided by the University of Akron.
Tentative Schedule
- 7:45 - Arrive
- 8:00 - Small Breakfast
- 8:30 - Engineering Classes and/or Campus Tours
- 12:00 - Lunch and SWE meeting
- 1:00 - Depart
Students will need to provide their first and last name (FULL NAME please), their intended major, their personal email, and any dietary restrictions.
IMPORTANT! Do NOT use a HIGH SCHOOL EMAIL ACCOUNT - those block my emails and students will not be able to receive any information about Shadow Day.
Students should get a confirmation email. If they do not, fill out the form again using a different email address.
In clicking this link you have agreed to attend 2019 Shadow Day
*and to not use your high school email account*.
2019 Shadow Day High Schooler Sign-Up
The sign-up will be closed Wednesday, March 20, 2019, so don't delay.
If you have any questions please email me at hyg1@zips.uakron.edu.
Harvard Undergraduate Economics Association (HUEA)
The Harvard Undergraduate Economics Association (HUEA), in collaboration with the Harvard Economics Review (HER), is delighted to announce the annual International Essay Competition. It is open to students aged 15 to 18 or in high/senior school (Grades 9 to 12, or Years 10 to 13).
It is a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate an accomplished level of writing and to also establish a convincing and well-argued essay. Such essay writing skills are highly attractive on undergraduate applications to universities in the USA and UK.
Four questions have been posted on the HUEA website (posted on February 3rd, 2019). Each essay submission will have a $5 fee which must be paid upon submission of the essay. The deadline for submitting the essay will be 11:59pm EST April 30th, 2019. There will be $1300 worth of prizes to be won, with further non-monetary awards available.
The essays will be judged by the boards of the HUEA and HER, with the top 15 submissions adjudicated by esteemed Harvard economics professor and 2016 Nobel Prize Winner Oliver Hart.
Further details are available at https://www.thehuea.org/international-essay-contest. We wish all applicants good luck and look forward to reading the submissions in May!
It is a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate an accomplished level of writing and to also establish a convincing and well-argued essay. Such essay writing skills are highly attractive on undergraduate applications to universities in the USA and UK.
Four questions have been posted on the HUEA website (posted on February 3rd, 2019). Each essay submission will have a $5 fee which must be paid upon submission of the essay. The deadline for submitting the essay will be 11:59pm EST April 30th, 2019. There will be $1300 worth of prizes to be won, with further non-monetary awards available.
The essays will be judged by the boards of the HUEA and HER, with the top 15 submissions adjudicated by esteemed Harvard economics professor and 2016 Nobel Prize Winner Oliver Hart.
Further details are available at https://www.thehuea.org/international-essay-contest. We wish all applicants good luck and look forward to reading the submissions in May!
The Power of Words
A message from Cher Culliton...
At the district tournament in January, Melody Wilkinson wrote a paper that received a number one within her group. That paper went on to another set of judges who gave her a director's choice award being the best of all the number one ranked papers. She was recognized on Saturday at the regional tournament at Kent State University. She got a medal, and her paper will be published in the 2019 best of the best papers for Power of the Pen.
Although she did not place at Saturday's tournament, I do believe she is going to advance to state because of her three papers, she had another number one and number two paper. I read her number one paper today at practice. It had me in tears; students were crying. I wouldn't be surprised if she gets another award for it. In my 10 or so years of judging, I've rarely been so moved.
Although she did not place at Saturday's tournament, I do believe she is going to advance to state because of her three papers, she had another number one and number two paper. I read her number one paper today at practice. It had me in tears; students were crying. I wouldn't be surprised if she gets another award for it. In my 10 or so years of judging, I've rarely been so moved.
Family and Consumer Science
The Family and Consumer Sciences Department welcomed a very special guest to our classroom. Mrs. Julie Fetchik shared creative culinary tricks and tips that will save us time and money. Her interactive, engaging lesson was not only educational, but fun!
“Mrs. Fetchik brought positive fun energy to the classroom while engaging every student present.” Jarod Hougan
“Mrs. Fetchik taught us so many new ways to prepare produce. I think she has as much fun teaching us as we did learning from her.”
Madi Arganti
“Mrs. Fetchik seemed like a professional cook - she was so great. She made the day really fun and the healthy salsa was delicious.” Riley Zimmerer
“I loved how energetic and excited Mrs. Fetchik was to show us her recipe and teach us her culinary tricks and tips. She showed me that even though I might not like some of the ingredients, the food can still taste very good.” Annie Sweet
“Such an energetic and outgoing personality that made cutting onions fun! Who would’ve thought?!” “While baking is a science, cooking is an adventure.” Paige Lucic
“Mrs. Fetchik brought positive fun energy to the classroom while engaging every student present.” Jarod Hougan
“Mrs. Fetchik taught us so many new ways to prepare produce. I think she has as much fun teaching us as we did learning from her.”
Madi Arganti
“Mrs. Fetchik seemed like a professional cook - she was so great. She made the day really fun and the healthy salsa was delicious.” Riley Zimmerer
“I loved how energetic and excited Mrs. Fetchik was to show us her recipe and teach us her culinary tricks and tips. She showed me that even though I might not like some of the ingredients, the food can still taste very good.” Annie Sweet
“Such an energetic and outgoing personality that made cutting onions fun! Who would’ve thought?!” “While baking is a science, cooking is an adventure.” Paige Lucic
Science Olympiad
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Four Chardon Science Olympiad teams competed in our Regional Finals on Saturday, February 23. Both the B Division and the C Division have qualified for the State level competition to be held in April. Thank you for your support and encouragement.
Link to photos from 2019 season
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ONbBawVqSnyzgkJsKv1zrH-sXR-0yWpe?usp=sharing
Division B Second Place Overall
Individual Awards
1st Place Boomilever Daniel Brill and Gretchen Fullum
1st Place Dynamic Planet Nathan Eads and Brady Williams
1st Place Game On Brady Williams and Jack Dvorak
1st Place Road Scholar Aidan Murphy and Brady Williams
2nd Place Meteorology Aidan Murphy and Brady Williams
2nd Place Potions and Poisons Chelsea Stanish and Noah Badovick
3rd Place Boomilever Trinity Pugh and Lillian Husek
3rd Place Circuit Lab Daniel Brill and Jack Dvorak
3rd Place Density Lab Daniel Brill and Jack Dvorak
3rd Place Fossils Connor Norton and Nathan Eads
4th Place Disease Detectives Jillian Morrison and Lailah Pugh
4th Place Mystery Architecture Kenny Brown and Ryan Dvirak
4th Place Solar System Daniel Brill and Jillian Morrison
4th Place Thermodynamics Jack Dvorak and Daniel Brill
5th Place Battery Buggy Tim Meleski and Brady Williams
6th Place Crime Busters Ryan Dvorak and Sadie Kuhnle
6th Place Dynamic Planet Cash Johnson and Lucas Gajda
6th Place Herpetology Nathan Eads and Brady Williams
6th Place Roller Coaster Sieanna Coons and Tim Meleski
6th Place Water Quality Nathan Eads and Seianna Coons
Division C Fifth Place Overall
Individual Awards
3rd Place Boomilever Grace Fullum and John Ellington
3rd Place Fossils Owen Vokoun and Ethan Fuerst
3rd Place Wright Stuff Evan Germ and Elise Cousens
4th Place Boomilever Evan Germ and Elise Cousens
4th Place Fossils Reagan Halford and Plaipea Chansawang
4th Place Geologic Mapping John Meleski and Owen Vokoun
4th Place Mousetrap Vehicle John Ellington and Ethan Fuerst
5th Place Anatomy Rachel Yates and Megan McCartney
5th Place Disease Detectives Rachel Yates and Sara Conway
5th Place Sounds of Music Jason Watson and Joseph Joaquin
6th Place Astronomy Evan Germ and Plaipea Chansawang
Link to photos from 2019 season
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ONbBawVqSnyzgkJsKv1zrH-sXR-0yWpe?usp=sharing
Division B Second Place Overall
Individual Awards
1st Place Boomilever Daniel Brill and Gretchen Fullum
1st Place Dynamic Planet Nathan Eads and Brady Williams
1st Place Game On Brady Williams and Jack Dvorak
1st Place Road Scholar Aidan Murphy and Brady Williams
2nd Place Meteorology Aidan Murphy and Brady Williams
2nd Place Potions and Poisons Chelsea Stanish and Noah Badovick
3rd Place Boomilever Trinity Pugh and Lillian Husek
3rd Place Circuit Lab Daniel Brill and Jack Dvorak
3rd Place Density Lab Daniel Brill and Jack Dvorak
3rd Place Fossils Connor Norton and Nathan Eads
4th Place Disease Detectives Jillian Morrison and Lailah Pugh
4th Place Mystery Architecture Kenny Brown and Ryan Dvirak
4th Place Solar System Daniel Brill and Jillian Morrison
4th Place Thermodynamics Jack Dvorak and Daniel Brill
5th Place Battery Buggy Tim Meleski and Brady Williams
6th Place Crime Busters Ryan Dvorak and Sadie Kuhnle
6th Place Dynamic Planet Cash Johnson and Lucas Gajda
6th Place Herpetology Nathan Eads and Brady Williams
6th Place Roller Coaster Sieanna Coons and Tim Meleski
6th Place Water Quality Nathan Eads and Seianna Coons
Division C Fifth Place Overall
Individual Awards
3rd Place Boomilever Grace Fullum and John Ellington
3rd Place Fossils Owen Vokoun and Ethan Fuerst
3rd Place Wright Stuff Evan Germ and Elise Cousens
4th Place Boomilever Evan Germ and Elise Cousens
4th Place Fossils Reagan Halford and Plaipea Chansawang
4th Place Geologic Mapping John Meleski and Owen Vokoun
4th Place Mousetrap Vehicle John Ellington and Ethan Fuerst
5th Place Anatomy Rachel Yates and Megan McCartney
5th Place Disease Detectives Rachel Yates and Sara Conway
5th Place Sounds of Music Jason Watson and Joseph Joaquin
6th Place Astronomy Evan Germ and Plaipea Chansawang
Chamber Music
The CHS Bands, grades 8-12, participated in an evening of Chamber Music on Tuesday, February 26th. Students prepared musical selections for feedback from outside clinicians. The groups ranged from flute duets to brass choirs to percussion ensembles and rehearsed mainly on their own without the help of a teacher. Clinicians were current or retired band directors as well as private instructors. Students grew immensely from this experience, not only musically but in communication and leadership as well. Hopefully, the event becomes an annual event!
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Show Choir Festival
On Saturday, February 23rd, Free Harmony performed at the Mentor Show Choir Festival. The ensemble brought high energy and strong vocals to their performance. Their spring set of music features music of the big band swing era. Saturday's numbers included "Peroxide Swing", "L-O-V-E", and "Rock This Town". Congratulations to Free Harmony for bringing it to the Mentor stage!
Chardon Goes to the Musicals
Thank you again for your support of Chardon Goes to the Musicals. There has been so much positive feedback and it is amazing at how many people have taken advantage of the tickets! Money is due before Spring Break.
We will have one more flyer with Come From Away, Dear Evan Hansen, and Lion King all on one, with money due at the beginning of May, as all of these shows will be summer 2019.
We will have one more flyer with Come From Away, Dear Evan Hansen, and Lion King all on one, with money due at the beginning of May, as all of these shows will be summer 2019.
High School Spring Musical: Grease is the word!
It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. The too-cool-for-school “Burger Palace Boys” are stealing hub-caps and acting tough and their gum-snapping, chain-smoking “Pink Ladies” are looking hot in bobby sox and pedal pushers. The 1950s high school dream is about to explode in this rollicking musical that is both an homage to the idealism of the fifties and a satire of high schoolers’ age-old desire to be rebellious, provocative and rebellious. At the heart of the story is the romance between hot-rodding gangster Danny Zuko and the sweet new girl in town, Sandy Dumbrowski.
March 14-16th @7:00 PM
March 17th @2:00 PM
Stay tuned for ticket details
March 17th @2:00 PM
Stay tuned for ticket details
Winter Sports
Indoor Track
Special shoutout to our indoor track team who will be running at the indoor state track meet on Saturday at Spire. The boys will be represented by Jon McKnight in the 400m, the 4x800m relay of Anthony Zampino, Aiden Macaskill, Tucker Keeney, and Brian Horton, and the 4x400m relay of Jacob Gaspar, Caden Dawson, Myles Mendezoon, and Jon McKnight. The girls will be represented by Bri Nieset in the 800m, Andi Mann in the 1600m, Denali Selent in the 3200m, Mackenzie Morrison in the weight throw, Jenna Oriani in the 60m, 200m, and 400m, the 4x800m relay of Andi Mann, Denali Selent, Bri Nieset , and Maria Peters, and the 4x400m relay of Bri Nieset, Maria Peters, Denali Selent, and Jenna Oriani.
Wrestling
Eight wrestlers qualified to the district tournament at Alliance HS.
Sectional Placers from the Lake Catholic Sectional were:
Jake Hamulak 113 lbs Champion
Jaden Farris 120 lbs 4th place
Vaughn Fink 132 lbs 2nd place
Haydn Haueter 138 lbs 3rd place
Collin Perz 145 lbs 3rd place
Nick Becker 152 lbs 4th place
Charlie Brosch 160 lbs 4th place
Jaret Hall 285 lbs 2nd place
The Team finished in 3rd place overall.
Sectional Placers from the Lake Catholic Sectional were:
Jake Hamulak 113 lbs Champion
Jaden Farris 120 lbs 4th place
Vaughn Fink 132 lbs 2nd place
Haydn Haueter 138 lbs 3rd place
Collin Perz 145 lbs 3rd place
Nick Becker 152 lbs 4th place
Charlie Brosch 160 lbs 4th place
Jaret Hall 285 lbs 2nd place
The Team finished in 3rd place overall.
Gymnastics
We have two State individual qualifiers:
Chloe Budd on Beam
Julia Carter on All around, Vault and Bars
The team took 4th place at districts and qualified to states as you know
A couple of honorable mentions:
Senior Morgan Danison- Morgan has led our team with her outstanding leadership skills and positive personality. Morgan adds energy to our team which carries over to her floor routine, her artistry is phenomenal and very fun to watch!
Freshman Julia Carter- MVP is dominating her freshman year of high school gymnastics. Julia has an extremely strong work ethic and character. She always gives 110% of her efforts in and outside of gymnastics which is admired by many of her peers. Julia is a joy to have on the Chardon Team!
Chloe Budd on Beam
Julia Carter on All around, Vault and Bars
The team took 4th place at districts and qualified to states as you know
A couple of honorable mentions:
Senior Morgan Danison- Morgan has led our team with her outstanding leadership skills and positive personality. Morgan adds energy to our team which carries over to her floor routine, her artistry is phenomenal and very fun to watch!
Freshman Julia Carter- MVP is dominating her freshman year of high school gymnastics. Julia has an extremely strong work ethic and character. She always gives 110% of her efforts in and outside of gymnastics which is admired by many of her peers. Julia is a joy to have on the Chardon Team!
Swimming
Another great year spent in the pool. When I say year..I literally mean it. This winter high school season didn't start in November, it started last April when our high school swimmers started preparing for this season by swimming club, summer and fall. This team is never satisfied, nor is their coach. With that being said, we are always striving to be the best team we can be, the best swimmers we can be, the best athletes we can be, but most importantly the best people we possibly can be through the competition of swimming and pushing ourselves to unfathomable limits, competing against the best the state has to offer.
Another epic year has passed.. with that here are some of our accomplishments:
Men: 3rd at WRC (our best yet), 9th place at Sectionals (the toughest Sectional in the state div 2), and 15th at the Div 2 Northeast District (again the toughest district Div 2 in the state), there were 6 individual Team Records Set: Parker Carson: 100im, 200 im, 100 breast, Dominic Arganti 100 fly, Levi Rogers 50 and 100 back, and 2 Relay Records: 200 Medley (Rogers, Carson, Arganti, Koenen) and 400 Free (Rogers, Carson, Arganti, Koenen)
Women: 1st place WRC (2nd in a row), 1st Sectional Title, and 9th at Districts. 35th at State. 2 relays made it to States 11th in 200 free Relay, 21st in 400 free Relay.
Sectional:
Records: Sarah Bennett 50 (From 1999 and 100 free), 200 free Relay (Debevec, Duchon, Jerry, Bennett) and 400 Free Relay (bennet, Duchon, Jerry, and Tierney)
First Place Finishes: Bennett 50 free, Jerry 100 free, Tierney 500 Free 200 Free and 400 free Relays
Districts: 5th Place finish 400 Free Relay, 6th place 200 free relay; Bennett 50 free 8th, 100 back 8th place, Jerry 200 free 6th, 100 free 13th, Duchon 200 IM 12th.
Team Records: Sarah Bennett (50 free/100 free/100 IM/200 IM), Katherine Jerry (200 Free/500 free), 200 Free Relay (Debevec/Duchon/Jerry/Bennett)
400 Free Relay (Bennett/Jerry/Tierney/Duchon)
All though this was another great year, with some milestones reached. ... we are on our way in this glorious journey. We will continue with the success for many years to come.
Swimcerly
Matt Parrish
Another epic year has passed.. with that here are some of our accomplishments:
Men: 3rd at WRC (our best yet), 9th place at Sectionals (the toughest Sectional in the state div 2), and 15th at the Div 2 Northeast District (again the toughest district Div 2 in the state), there were 6 individual Team Records Set: Parker Carson: 100im, 200 im, 100 breast, Dominic Arganti 100 fly, Levi Rogers 50 and 100 back, and 2 Relay Records: 200 Medley (Rogers, Carson, Arganti, Koenen) and 400 Free (Rogers, Carson, Arganti, Koenen)
Women: 1st place WRC (2nd in a row), 1st Sectional Title, and 9th at Districts. 35th at State. 2 relays made it to States 11th in 200 free Relay, 21st in 400 free Relay.
Sectional:
Records: Sarah Bennett 50 (From 1999 and 100 free), 200 free Relay (Debevec, Duchon, Jerry, Bennett) and 400 Free Relay (bennet, Duchon, Jerry, and Tierney)
First Place Finishes: Bennett 50 free, Jerry 100 free, Tierney 500 Free 200 Free and 400 free Relays
Districts: 5th Place finish 400 Free Relay, 6th place 200 free relay; Bennett 50 free 8th, 100 back 8th place, Jerry 200 free 6th, 100 free 13th, Duchon 200 IM 12th.
Team Records: Sarah Bennett (50 free/100 free/100 IM/200 IM), Katherine Jerry (200 Free/500 free), 200 Free Relay (Debevec/Duchon/Jerry/Bennett)
400 Free Relay (Bennett/Jerry/Tierney/Duchon)
All though this was another great year, with some milestones reached. ... we are on our way in this glorious journey. We will continue with the success for many years to come.
Swimcerly
Matt Parrish
Girls Basketball
The Lady Hilltoppers has a successful season at all levels. Varsity finished the year 15-9 with a district semi-final appearance. JV went an impressive 15-5 with a lot of growth and experience gained by younger players. The short handed freshman team, with 8 players, went 6-6 on the season.
Despite a rash of injuries - the Varsity Toppers demonstrated a tremendous amount of perseverance, dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The 8 seniors - Tori Butala, Sydney Feller, Grace Koppelman, Danni McCartney, Lindsey Nichols, Anna Pastor, Jess Doyle and Anna Thompson - provided a great deal of experience and leadership throughout the year. They collectively helped improve our team's culture and raised the standard by which we will measure all future teams. These young ladies are a perfect embodiment of what it means to be a Hilltopper! I am lucky to get to be a part of their lives and am thankful for all they’ve done for me and our program over the past four years.
Despite a rash of injuries - the Varsity Toppers demonstrated a tremendous amount of perseverance, dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The 8 seniors - Tori Butala, Sydney Feller, Grace Koppelman, Danni McCartney, Lindsey Nichols, Anna Pastor, Jess Doyle and Anna Thompson - provided a great deal of experience and leadership throughout the year. They collectively helped improve our team's culture and raised the standard by which we will measure all future teams. These young ladies are a perfect embodiment of what it means to be a Hilltopper! I am lucky to get to be a part of their lives and am thankful for all they’ve done for me and our program over the past four years.
Boys Basketball
The Varsity boys won an exciting sectional game vs Shaw Tuesday night. We advance to the Sectional Finals game at Lake Catholic Friday night at 7:00 PM
Congratulations, and good luck tonight!
Congratulations, and good luck tonight!
Chardon High School Drama Club Grade 8 & 9
 | Chardon High School Drama Club Grade 8 & 9 Sponsored by Geauga Lyric Theater Guild Meeting Thursdays at CHS after school to 4:30 Shows at Geauga Theater May 9 at 7pm and May 11 at 2pm OPENINGS still available- forms at the CHS office First meeting Thursday Feb 14 in CHS Cafeteria Instructors: Julie Douglass and Karen Porter |
GEAUGA COUNTY MAPLE FESTIVAL QUEEN/KING CONTEST
  | The Maple Festival is now accepting applications for the Geauga County Maple Festival’s Queen and King Contest. This year we have the potential for a $1000+ prize! Applications can be found on the Maple Festival’s website at: https://www.maplefestival.com/queens-pageant.htmlhttps://www.maplefestival.com/kings-pageant.html The contest is now open to freshman through seniors residing or attending school in Geauga County. We have currently extended the deadlines as well! If you need more information, please contact: Angie May queens@maplefestival.com 440-487-3224 |
Absence for Appointments during a School Day
Notes are to be dropped off in the Student Services Office between 7:00 AM and 7:25 AM. Notes are to include a phone number where the parent can be reached, students first and last name and time of the appointment. If the appointment is after 9:00 AM, students are to pick up the pass between classes any time after 9:00 AM. (This is not an excuse to be tardy to class.) If the appointment is before 9:00 AM, students are to wait and get the exit pass before going to first period. Students MUST pick up exit passes before the period of the class from which they are to be dismissed.
Parents do NOT need to come into the building to sign out their student.
ILLNESS AT SCHOOL
If the situation arises in which a student needs to use their cell phone for any reason, they may do so with administrative permission and supervision. If a student feels ill at school, they must follow procedures and go to the nurse. Students cannot have parents call them out of school for personal illness without seeing the nurse.
Notes are to be dropped off in the Student Services Office between 7:00 AM and 7:25 AM. Notes are to include a phone number where the parent can be reached, students first and last name and time of the appointment. If the appointment is after 9:00 AM, students are to pick up the pass between classes any time after 9:00 AM. (This is not an excuse to be tardy to class.) If the appointment is before 9:00 AM, students are to wait and get the exit pass before going to first period. Students MUST pick up exit passes before the period of the class from which they are to be dismissed.
Parents do NOT need to come into the building to sign out their student.
ILLNESS AT SCHOOL
If the situation arises in which a student needs to use their cell phone for any reason, they may do so with administrative permission and supervision. If a student feels ill at school, they must follow procedures and go to the nurse. Students cannot have parents call them out of school for personal illness without seeing the nurse.
Have a beautiful weekend with family and friends!
Douglas Murray, Principal
Douglas Murray, Principal
One
Shawnee Kellie
One word can spark a moment,
One flower can wake the dream;
One tree can start a forest,
One bird can herald Spring.
One smile can bring a friendship,
One handclasp can lift a soul;
One star can guide a ship at sea,
One cheer can obtain a goal.
One vote can change a Nation,
One sunbeam can lift a room;
One candle wipes out darkness,
One laugh will conquer gloom.
One look can change two lives;
One kiss can make love bloom.
One step must start each journey,
One word must start each prayer;
One hope can raise our spirits,
One touch can show you care.
One voice can speak with wisdom,
One heart can know what's true;
One life can make a difference,
One life is me and you....
Seven years ago, our school community was impacted by violence. The foundation of over 140 years of graduates was cracked by one act that lasted less than one minute. Our staff and community were heartbroken, and numb; leaving us unsettled in our spirit. Countless heroes stood grounded and poised that day that gave us strength.
In the midst of our confusion, we knew what we needed to do. We needed to be a community...we needed to see our humility...we needed to recognize our treasured stories of achievements...we needed to refocus our lens on respect, and the dignity of every person… we need to stand in optimism and nurture each other. We needed to be reminded of our values.
For seven years, we have kept our eyes on our purpose and our community. For the past seven years, I have kept my eyes fixed on this quote to help us through our healing.
Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet.
Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened,
ambition inspired, and success achieved.
--Helen Keller
Our school culture and personal character weren't developed in ease and quiet.
Character defines the very essence of who we are, where we are, and demonstrates the pureness of our choices. At Chardon High School, we recognize the beauty of every student and every staff member's story along with seeing the value of the human spirit. Our staff emulates compassion and love to the children that they encounter each day. People often ask me, "what makes Chardon unique", and I immediately tell them that our school community epitomizes excellence in every deed, word, and lesson. Our staff teaches students to understand the value of developing meaningful relationships and ways to pay their lives forward. These lessons transcend the curriculum to develop young men and women not only for college, and careers---but for life.
Abraham Lincoln said, “Reputation is the shadow. Character is the tree. “ Our teachers express that character is much more than just reputation...it is who we are even when nobody's watching. Having a good character means doing the right thing just because it's the right thing to do. This is the fabric that creates our outreach programs in Project Linus, Great Pal's, AC4P, FMP, NHS Tutoring, Interact and other acts of servant leadership.
Every family has its own story. As you reflect upon this, you may think about individuals inside of your circles that hurt or may be suffering from emotional or physical ailments. Just as your own capacity for handling situations vary---the person next to you is experiencing HIS/HER own story. It is so important to recognize those who might need your patience and understanding with their situation.
This year, our district, like many around the country has faced the reality of lower enrollment and funding. In order to right size our district, we closed two buildings and shifted grade levels to the existing buildings. Every person within the district was impacted and had to expand their ability to live the mission of Chardon Schools. Our high school began to plan for a new 8-12 look. We knew that we had to build upon the programs that we established at the high school to help align our new grade.
Within the newly established Circuit of Success, our existing FMP programs, Topper Time period, and our focus on the 4E's: Enrollment, Enlistment, Employment, and Entrepreneurship--we knew we were on the right track to develop students for life and career readiness. Our teachers worked intentionally within our curriculum to maintain our culture, climate, and educational outcomes.
Just as every family has their own story, so do we at CHS as a larger family. Together, we define the paths set forth before us. We are Hilltoppers. As Hilltoppers, we climb higher than others, and model with humility our values as a beacon of hope for those that look up to us. The paths that we have faced have not been easy. There have been moments of difficulty, moments of sorrow, along with defining moments of integrity.
We are not defined by a calendar date in February. We are Chardon, born and raised. Defined by consistency in action and the determination to succeed by living the truth and leading the way with dignity.
Kindness resonates into every fiber of who we are. It changes us to strive towards being better, it helps us to slow down and really pay attention to who we are and what our purpose in life actually is.
Life is a journey up the side of a mountain, but we are 'Toppers. We love to live, and live to love.
Everyone has their own response to this week that we value.
If you need, ask.
If you have, give.
If you embrace, receive- knowing that no word is needed.
Expressing gratitude and continued support this week and always,
Douglas P. Murray, Principal
NHS Induction
The Four Pillars of National Honor Society
Scholarship is characterized by a commitment to learning. A student is willing to spend the necessary time to cultivate his/ her mind in the quest for knowledge. This pillar can only be achieved through diligence and effort. Scholarship means always doing the best work possible, regardless of impending reward.
Service: The pillar of service can be reached in a variety of ways. The willingness to work for the benefit of those in need without compensation or recognition of any kind is a quality that is essential in NHS members. As a service club, the National Honor Society is highly concerned with giving its all to the school and community at large.
Leadership: Leaders take the initiative to aid others in a wholesome manner throughout their daily activities. Leaders sacrifice their personal interests in order to yield to the needs of others. Leaders need wisdom and self-confidence to affect change in all aspects of their lives. Some examples of leadership can include, but are not limited to, leading group activities in the classroom and in the community, being an officer in a club, being a primary member of the band or choir, or being the captain of a sports team.
Character: Character is what distinguishes one individual from another. It is the product of constant striving to make the right choices day after day. Students with good character demonstrate respect, responsibility, trustworthiness, fairness, caring, and citizenship in all of their actions.
The staff, administration, and entire community salute all of the inductees of NHS and those seniors who will wear their NHS cords at graduation! Thank you for your service to our community, scholarship, and school!
Scholarship is characterized by a commitment to learning. A student is willing to spend the necessary time to cultivate his/ her mind in the quest for knowledge. This pillar can only be achieved through diligence and effort. Scholarship means always doing the best work possible, regardless of impending reward.
Service: The pillar of service can be reached in a variety of ways. The willingness to work for the benefit of those in need without compensation or recognition of any kind is a quality that is essential in NHS members. As a service club, the National Honor Society is highly concerned with giving its all to the school and community at large.
Leadership: Leaders take the initiative to aid others in a wholesome manner throughout their daily activities. Leaders sacrifice their personal interests in order to yield to the needs of others. Leaders need wisdom and self-confidence to affect change in all aspects of their lives. Some examples of leadership can include, but are not limited to, leading group activities in the classroom and in the community, being an officer in a club, being a primary member of the band or choir, or being the captain of a sports team.
Character: Character is what distinguishes one individual from another. It is the product of constant striving to make the right choices day after day. Students with good character demonstrate respect, responsibility, trustworthiness, fairness, caring, and citizenship in all of their actions.
The staff, administration, and entire community salute all of the inductees of NHS and those seniors who will wear their NHS cords at graduation! Thank you for your service to our community, scholarship, and school!
Congratulations! Isabelle LeMaster
In the spirit of continuing achievement, the entire Chardon Community congratulates our National Merit Scholarship Finalist--Isabelle Lemaster! Isabelle represents the top of her class not only in achievement, but in her commitment to service, kindness, and athleticism. We are so proud of her!
Program Recognition
Of the 1.6 million entrants, some 50,000 with the highest PSAT/NMSQT® Selection Index scores (calculated by doubling the sum of the Reading, Writing and Language, and Math Test scores) qualify for recognition in the National Merit® Scholarship Program. In September, these high scorers are notified through their schools that they have qualified as either a Commended Student or Semifinalist.
Finalists
In February, some 15,000 Semifinalists are notified by mail at their home addresses that they have advanced to Finalist standing. High school principals are notified and provided with a certificate to present to each Finalist.
Winner Selection
All winners of Merit Scholarship® awards (Merit Scholar® designees) are chosen from the Finalist group based on their abilities, skills, and accomplishments—without regard to gender, race, ethnic origin, or religious preference. A variety of information is available for NMSC selectors to evaluate: the Finalist's academic record, information about the school's curricula and grading system, two sets of test scores, the high school official's written recommendation, information about the student's activities and leadership, and the Finalist's own essay.
Of the 1.6 million entrants, some 50,000 with the highest PSAT/NMSQT® Selection Index scores (calculated by doubling the sum of the Reading, Writing and Language, and Math Test scores) qualify for recognition in the National Merit® Scholarship Program. In September, these high scorers are notified through their schools that they have qualified as either a Commended Student or Semifinalist.
Finalists
In February, some 15,000 Semifinalists are notified by mail at their home addresses that they have advanced to Finalist standing. High school principals are notified and provided with a certificate to present to each Finalist.
Winner Selection
All winners of Merit Scholarship® awards (Merit Scholar® designees) are chosen from the Finalist group based on their abilities, skills, and accomplishments—without regard to gender, race, ethnic origin, or religious preference. A variety of information is available for NMSC selectors to evaluate: the Finalist's academic record, information about the school's curricula and grading system, two sets of test scores, the high school official's written recommendation, information about the student's activities and leadership, and the Finalist's own essay.
Heart to Heart Dance
You put your right foot in
You take your right foot out
You put your right foot in
And you shake it all about
You do the hokey pokey
And you turn yourself around
That's what it's all about!
Chardon High School students connected with new friends and community members on Thursday, February 21st at Park Auditorium. Hosted by Chardon High School students, University Hospital Geauga Medical Center and the Geauga County Department on Aging, the party was a celebration of life and a means of connecting generations.
This event hallmarks our core values in action. Simple words cannot express what this day means to our students within the leadership curriculum taught by Mr. Robert Mizen. Moments like this epitomize what servant leadership is all about! We are grateful for everyone who spent months planning for this experience and look forward to build upon our relationship with University Hospitals and the Department of Aging. Special thanks to Mr. Mizen, his students, and Sandy McCloud for putting together this annual event.
You take your right foot out
You put your right foot in
And you shake it all about
You do the hokey pokey
And you turn yourself around
That's what it's all about!
Chardon High School students connected with new friends and community members on Thursday, February 21st at Park Auditorium. Hosted by Chardon High School students, University Hospital Geauga Medical Center and the Geauga County Department on Aging, the party was a celebration of life and a means of connecting generations.
This event hallmarks our core values in action. Simple words cannot express what this day means to our students within the leadership curriculum taught by Mr. Robert Mizen. Moments like this epitomize what servant leadership is all about! We are grateful for everyone who spent months planning for this experience and look forward to build upon our relationship with University Hospitals and the Department of Aging. Special thanks to Mr. Mizen, his students, and Sandy McCloud for putting together this annual event.
Course Selections
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Last week, the School Counselors collaborated in presenting our course offerings to each grade level during Topper Time. I am enclosing the course selection sheets that were provided to your child(ren). These documents will create great talking points as the scheduling process begins.
I am so grateful to our School Counselors- Nikki Hetrick, Lacey Jacobs, Tim Hurlbut, and Kyle Kovach for their efforts in refining the presentations.
I am so grateful to our School Counselors- Nikki Hetrick, Lacey Jacobs, Tim Hurlbut, and Kyle Kovach for their efforts in refining the presentations.
American Mathematics Competition
Congratulations to the 43 students who participated in the American Mathematics Competition (AMC 10/12) competition during late start last week on Wednesday, February 13. This nationally recognized test covers a wide range of mathematical topics. All the problems require creativity, analytical thinking and problem solving skills to solve. Results of the competition will be posted in about a month. Congratulations to all student participants who were willing to step up to this challenge: Lauren Alexander, Abby Atchley, Charlotte Bennett, Abby Breznai, Jacob Brown, Emly Brush, Chris Carter, Julia Carter, Logan Coles, Gabby Cross, Luke Danison, Bradley Duchon, Natalie Dumm, Nathan Eads, Mitchell Ewaska, Morgan Fisher, Jeffery Fletcher, Natlie Fullerman, Anna Gerstner, Mitsy Gideon, Mikhail Hall, Charlotte Herbruck, Molly Kosir, Zane Kuhnle, Emily Lingafelter, Hannah Means, Olivia Means, John Mullaly, Jack Myers, Andrew Nelson, Audrey Nelson, Kyle Nelson, Bridget O'Reilly, Ivan Orozco, Peter Robie, Connor Rozic, Noel Rozic, AJ Sacerich, Katie Snyder, Jack Sweet, Jude Taddie, Ashley Tice, Mario Trillo, Blue Veon, and Olivia White. We are all grateful to Alsion Fisher who coordinated this opportunity for our students.
Science Olympiad
The members of the Chardon Science Olympiad teams have been busily building and testing devices and learning about Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Meteorology, Natural Sciences, Physics and more. We are pleased to share competition results from the 2019 Invitationals as we head to our Regional Finals this Saturday, February 23. As always we are grateful for your support and encouragement.
Link to photos from 2019 season (Courtesy of Laura Vokoun)
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ONbBawVqSnyzgkJsKv1zrH-sXR-0yWpe?usp=sharing
Westlake B Division 4th Place Overall
Individual Awards
1st Place Game On - Jack Dvorak and Brady Williams
2nd Place Thermodynamics - Jack Dvorak and Daniel Brill
4th Place Dynamic Planet - Brady Williams and Nathan Eads
4th Place Herpetology - Nathan Eads and Brady Williams
5th Place Battery Buggy - Tim Meleski, Brady Williams and Seianna Coons
6th Place Road Scholar - Aidan Murphy and Brady Williams
7th Place Game On – Lucas Gajda and Grayson Hallam
7th Place Herpetology - Thomas Tomasch and Shena Selent
7th Place Solar Systems - Jillian Morrison and Devney Rich
Solon B Division 6th Place Overall
Individual Awards
1st Place Game On - Jack Dvorak and Brady Williams
3rd Place Dynamic - Planet Brady Williams and Nathan Eads
4th Place Herpetology - Seianna Coons and Nathan Eads
5th Place Circuit Lab - Daniel Brill and Jack Dvorak
6th Place Experimental Design - Brady Williams, Paige Nells and Tim Meleski
6th Place Road Scholar - Aidan Murphy and Brady Williams
6th Place Thermodynamics - Daniel Brill and Jack Dvorak
7th Place Fossils - Nathan Eads and Connor Norton
7th Place Roller Coaster - Seianna Coons and Tim Meleski
Division C Individual Award
4th Place Geologic Mapping - John Meleski and Owen Vokoun
Mentor Division B 3rd Place Overall
Individual Awards
1st Place Fossils - Connor Norton and Nathan Eads
1st Place Road Scholar - Aidan Murphy and Brady Williams
2nd Place Dynamic Planet - Brady Williams and Nathan Eads
2nd Place Game On Brady - Willams and Jack Dvorak
3rd Place Potions and Poisons - Chelsea Stanish and Noah Badovick
4th Place Battery Buggy - Brady Williams and Seianna Coons
4th Place Density Lab - Daniel Brill and Jack Dvorak
4th Place Mystery Architecture - Chelsea Stanish and Noah Badovick
4th Place Thermodynamics - Daniel Brill and Jack Dvorak
4th Place Solar System - Daniel Brill and Jillian Morrison
6th Place Herpetology - Brady Williams and Nathan Eads
7th Place Disease Detectives - Aidan Bluemmel and Jillian Morrison
7th Place Roller Coaster - Daniel Brill and Seianna Coons
8th Meteorology - Aidan Murphy and Brady Williams
Mentor Division C 8th Place Overall
Individual Awards
2nd Place Fossils - Ethan Fuerst and Owen Vokoun
2nd Place Mousetrap Vehicle - John Ellington and Ethan Fuerst
2nd Place Sounds of Music - Joseph Joaquin and Jason Watson
5th Place Boomilever - Grace Fullum and John Ellington
5th Place Experimental Design - John Meleski, Serena Gromak and Grace Fullum
5th Place Fossils - Reagan Halford and Plaipea Chansawang
5th Place Geologic Mapping - John Meleski and Owen Vokoun
6th Place Wright Stuff - Evan Germ and Elise Cousens
7th Place Write It Do It - Alex Zaccarine and Elise Cousens
8th Place Codebusters - Ethan Fuerst, Josh Campbell and Sebastian Marker
8th Place Herpetology - Josh Campbell and Megan McCartney
Link to photos from 2019 season (Courtesy of Laura Vokoun)
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ONbBawVqSnyzgkJsKv1zrH-sXR-0yWpe?usp=sharing
Westlake B Division 4th Place Overall
Individual Awards
1st Place Game On - Jack Dvorak and Brady Williams
2nd Place Thermodynamics - Jack Dvorak and Daniel Brill
4th Place Dynamic Planet - Brady Williams and Nathan Eads
4th Place Herpetology - Nathan Eads and Brady Williams
5th Place Battery Buggy - Tim Meleski, Brady Williams and Seianna Coons
6th Place Road Scholar - Aidan Murphy and Brady Williams
7th Place Game On – Lucas Gajda and Grayson Hallam
7th Place Herpetology - Thomas Tomasch and Shena Selent
7th Place Solar Systems - Jillian Morrison and Devney Rich
Solon B Division 6th Place Overall
Individual Awards
1st Place Game On - Jack Dvorak and Brady Williams
3rd Place Dynamic - Planet Brady Williams and Nathan Eads
4th Place Herpetology - Seianna Coons and Nathan Eads
5th Place Circuit Lab - Daniel Brill and Jack Dvorak
6th Place Experimental Design - Brady Williams, Paige Nells and Tim Meleski
6th Place Road Scholar - Aidan Murphy and Brady Williams
6th Place Thermodynamics - Daniel Brill and Jack Dvorak
7th Place Fossils - Nathan Eads and Connor Norton
7th Place Roller Coaster - Seianna Coons and Tim Meleski
Division C Individual Award
4th Place Geologic Mapping - John Meleski and Owen Vokoun
Mentor Division B 3rd Place Overall
Individual Awards
1st Place Fossils - Connor Norton and Nathan Eads
1st Place Road Scholar - Aidan Murphy and Brady Williams
2nd Place Dynamic Planet - Brady Williams and Nathan Eads
2nd Place Game On Brady - Willams and Jack Dvorak
3rd Place Potions and Poisons - Chelsea Stanish and Noah Badovick
4th Place Battery Buggy - Brady Williams and Seianna Coons
4th Place Density Lab - Daniel Brill and Jack Dvorak
4th Place Mystery Architecture - Chelsea Stanish and Noah Badovick
4th Place Thermodynamics - Daniel Brill and Jack Dvorak
4th Place Solar System - Daniel Brill and Jillian Morrison
6th Place Herpetology - Brady Williams and Nathan Eads
7th Place Disease Detectives - Aidan Bluemmel and Jillian Morrison
7th Place Roller Coaster - Daniel Brill and Seianna Coons
8th Meteorology - Aidan Murphy and Brady Williams
Mentor Division C 8th Place Overall
Individual Awards
2nd Place Fossils - Ethan Fuerst and Owen Vokoun
2nd Place Mousetrap Vehicle - John Ellington and Ethan Fuerst
2nd Place Sounds of Music - Joseph Joaquin and Jason Watson
5th Place Boomilever - Grace Fullum and John Ellington
5th Place Experimental Design - John Meleski, Serena Gromak and Grace Fullum
5th Place Fossils - Reagan Halford and Plaipea Chansawang
5th Place Geologic Mapping - John Meleski and Owen Vokoun
6th Place Wright Stuff - Evan Germ and Elise Cousens
7th Place Write It Do It - Alex Zaccarine and Elise Cousens
8th Place Codebusters - Ethan Fuerst, Josh Campbell and Sebastian Marker
8th Place Herpetology - Josh Campbell and Megan McCartney
Student Wellness Day: February 23, 2019
The focus of this event is to alleviate stress and the lull that comes with the 3rd quarter as well as enforce the Chardon High School Community during the difficult times of February. Kaylie Malloy and a group of 6 students have been organizing this event for the past year and have secured many businesses to be in attendance. We will have free yoga classes, massages, art classes, sport nutrition sessions, personal trainers, therapy dogs and so many more opportunities! Reference Guide for Social ServicesDuring the school year, we see a number of students who may be struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, insomnia, self-harming behaviors, substance use, and suicidal thoughts. The Chardon community is fortunate to have a number of local mental health agencies available to serve youth and families who may be experiencing any difficulties. Please, if your child is experiencing any difficulties reach out to Administration, Guidance or one of the agencies listed below:
Catholic Charities - ccdocle.org/county-served/geauga 440-285-3537
Family Pride - familyprideonline.org 440-286-1553
N.A.M.I - namigeauga.org 440-286-6264
Ravenwood Health Centers - ravenwoodhealth.org 440-285-3568
Ubuntu Wellness - Ubuntuwellnessohio.com 440-214-9062
Ravenwood Health has an emergency, walk-in clinic open weekdays till 8 p.m, Friday till 5 p.m.
For after hour emergencies or if you need to talk with someone the hotlines below are available 24/7:
24/7 Copeline - 1-888-285-5665
Crisis Text Line - Text 4hope to 741741
Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255
Catholic Charities - ccdocle.org/county-served/geauga 440-285-3537
Family Pride - familyprideonline.org 440-286-1553
N.A.M.I - namigeauga.org 440-286-6264
Ravenwood Health Centers - ravenwoodhealth.org 440-285-3568
Ubuntu Wellness - Ubuntuwellnessohio.com 440-214-9062
Ravenwood Health has an emergency, walk-in clinic open weekdays till 8 p.m, Friday till 5 p.m.
For after hour emergencies or if you need to talk with someone the hotlines below are available 24/7:
24/7 Copeline - 1-888-285-5665
Crisis Text Line - Text 4hope to 741741
Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255
February 26: ACT/ Core Value Day
What you need to know:
What: ACT Test ... Tuesday, February 26th, all Juniors will be taking the ACT at Chardon High School.
Why: Third year of a state requirement to administer ACT or SAT to Juniors as a pathway to graduation.
Questions about ACT/SAT Requirement
Chardon High School will once again be participating in the State Funded ACT Test for all Junior students on February 26, 2019. This important college admissions assessment is a great tool to help guide our students in their future decisions and is in line with our district goal to see all of our students Employed, Enrolled, Enlisted, or Entrepreneurs. All Juniors are required to report to Chardon High School on February 26th at the regular start time (7:26 AM). Pre-Administration and testing will begin promptly at 7:35 AM. Additional information regarding this testing session will be sent directly to Juniors and their families prior to testing.
Please contact your school counselors for any specific questions pertaining to the ACT.
What: ACT Test ... Tuesday, February 26th, all Juniors will be taking the ACT at Chardon High School.
Why: Third year of a state requirement to administer ACT or SAT to Juniors as a pathway to graduation.
Questions about ACT/SAT Requirement
Chardon High School will once again be participating in the State Funded ACT Test for all Junior students on February 26, 2019. This important college admissions assessment is a great tool to help guide our students in their future decisions and is in line with our district goal to see all of our students Employed, Enrolled, Enlisted, or Entrepreneurs. All Juniors are required to report to Chardon High School on February 26th at the regular start time (7:26 AM). Pre-Administration and testing will begin promptly at 7:35 AM. Additional information regarding this testing session will be sent directly to Juniors and their families prior to testing.
Please contact your school counselors for any specific questions pertaining to the ACT.
Core Values Day
Students in grades 8, 9, 10, and 12. February 26th will be used as a Blended Learning Day with a focus on the Core Values of Charon (Community, Humility, Achievement, Respect, Dignity, Optimism, and Nurture). Last school year, we were impressed with over 600 students participating in some type of service to their community on this day. Eighth Graders, Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors will not be permitted to enter school (during testing hours) on Tuesday, February 26. All Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors must complete a Google Form (will be sent to students the week of February 20th) documenting their service completed on this date to show attendance.
The following guidelines can be used to show appropriate activities for this day:
Seniors:
Eighth Graders/Freshman/Sophomores:
If you have questions about the ACT or Core Values Day, please contact Mr. Bandiera, Assistant Principal, Chardon High School.
Ryan Bandiera
Ryan.Bandiera@ChardonSchools.org
440-285-4057
Students in grades 8, 9, 10, and 12. February 26th will be used as a Blended Learning Day with a focus on the Core Values of Charon (Community, Humility, Achievement, Respect, Dignity, Optimism, and Nurture). Last school year, we were impressed with over 600 students participating in some type of service to their community on this day. Eighth Graders, Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors will not be permitted to enter school (during testing hours) on Tuesday, February 26. All Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors must complete a Google Form (will be sent to students the week of February 20th) documenting their service completed on this date to show attendance.
The following guidelines can be used to show appropriate activities for this day:
Seniors:
- Students will focus on components of their Capstone Senior Project as part of the pathways to graduation.
- Tasks to be completed include:
- Meeting with a mentor for a shadowing experience
- Physically completing a portion of the project
- Shadow a professional in an area of interest for future employment
- Complete 1 or more journals with a log of hours
- Prepare final Capstone Project Presentation
- Prepare a final reflective essay
Eighth Graders/Freshman/Sophomores:
- Students will focus on community service with a focus on the Core Values.
- Examples of activities are listed here. Core Value Examples
- Students must reflect on their experience by completing the Google Form
If you have questions about the ACT or Core Values Day, please contact Mr. Bandiera, Assistant Principal, Chardon High School.
Ryan Bandiera
Ryan.Bandiera@ChardonSchools.org
440-285-4057
Career Fair
The Chardon School District will be holding a Career Fair for the students on March. 1.
The event which will take place in the gymnasium at Chardon High School, 151 Chardon Ave., is being organized through a partnership with Ohio Means Jobs, the Chardon Chamber of Commerce, RB Sigma Inc., and the Alliance for Working Together.
The event is intended to provide seventh- through 10th-grade students a structured method network for career exploration and to allow 11th- and 12th-grade students the opportunity to network and interview for internships and jobs.
"The Career Fair is the culminating activity of our district's focus on college and career pathways," Ed Klein, Chardon's assistant superintendent, said in a new release. "Students in all grade levels, and in all school buildings throughout the Chardon Local School District, will be exploring the 4 E's: Education, Employment, Enlistment, and Entrepreneurship."
Organizations who choose to exhibit at the event will be able to interview students as potential candidates for internships and available job opportunities. They will also be able to network with graduating students as they prepare to enter the workforce and with students who choose to continue career exploration.
The event which will take place in the gymnasium at Chardon High School, 151 Chardon Ave., is being organized through a partnership with Ohio Means Jobs, the Chardon Chamber of Commerce, RB Sigma Inc., and the Alliance for Working Together.
The event is intended to provide seventh- through 10th-grade students a structured method network for career exploration and to allow 11th- and 12th-grade students the opportunity to network and interview for internships and jobs.
"The Career Fair is the culminating activity of our district's focus on college and career pathways," Ed Klein, Chardon's assistant superintendent, said in a new release. "Students in all grade levels, and in all school buildings throughout the Chardon Local School District, will be exploring the 4 E's: Education, Employment, Enlistment, and Entrepreneurship."
Organizations who choose to exhibit at the event will be able to interview students as potential candidates for internships and available job opportunities. They will also be able to network with graduating students as they prepare to enter the workforce and with students who choose to continue career exploration.
As of today, the following businesses are attending our Career Fair
| Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) AQUA DOC Lake & Pond Management Inc Auburn Career Center Bryant-Stratton Centerra Co-Op Chardon Healthcare Component Repair Technologies Crescor David Joyce De Nora Tech, LLC EGC Holding Company Exscape Designs Fredon Geauga County Sheriff's Office Geauga Family YMCA Great Lakes Cheese Habco Tool & Development HEXPOL Compounding Holly Hill Health Care Residence Kent State Kinetico Kuhnle Brothers Inc Lake Erie College Lakeland Community College | Legacy Health Systems (Mapleview Country Village) Libra Industries Lincoln Electric Magnet Mapleview Country Villa Marines Minitab Notre Dame College ODE Ohio Army National Guard Ohio Technical College Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities Patterson Dental PCC AIRFOILS LLC PUNDERSON MANOR RESORT RB Sigma, LLC Step Web Design/Hardesty Imagin The Reserves Network Tri-c University Hospitals US Air Force US Navy Welded Tubes Windsor House, Inc. |
Geauga Growth Partnership
How do I prepare for the working world?
What are the latest hiring trends? What should I be doing now to prepare for a good job?
How do I choose a career that will make me happy?
Parents & Students, this event may help you answer some of those questions. Registration today for this FREE event at this link.
Students - Ignite your path toward finding a fulfilling and meaningful career.
HS Seniors & Grads: Bring your resumes for an chance to meet with
employers to practice how to approach and converse.
Parents - Discover multiple ways for funding your child's education and guiding them toward their greatest potential.
6:00PM - Meet, Greet & Eat (food provided by Auburn Career Center)
6:30PM - Guest Presentations
7:15 PM- Geauga Jobs Market Breakout
> Hear messages from guest speakers.
> Meet at table tops with businesses and schools.
> Explore careers in the trades, medical, manufacturing, service & more.
What are the latest hiring trends? What should I be doing now to prepare for a good job?
How do I choose a career that will make me happy?
Parents & Students, this event may help you answer some of those questions. Registration today for this FREE event at this link.
Students - Ignite your path toward finding a fulfilling and meaningful career.
HS Seniors & Grads: Bring your resumes for an chance to meet with
employers to practice how to approach and converse.
Parents - Discover multiple ways for funding your child's education and guiding them toward their greatest potential.
6:00PM - Meet, Greet & Eat (food provided by Auburn Career Center)
6:30PM - Guest Presentations
7:15 PM- Geauga Jobs Market Breakout
> Hear messages from guest speakers.
> Meet at table tops with businesses and schools.
> Explore careers in the trades, medical, manufacturing, service & more.
YOU AND THE FLU—Your Best Defense Is To Be Proactive
It is especially important this school season to be proactive against the flu. Taking preventative measures is your best defense against the ‘seasonal’ flu. Taking care of yourself is really important when recovering--likewise, defending yourself is just as important. Read these helpful reminders to protect you and your family.
The seasonal flu outbreak usually occurs between mid-fall thru early spring. Each year a vaccine is developed to target the type of virus that is anticipated. The seasonal flu spreads mainly from person to person through coughing or sneezing by people with influenza. You can also become infected by touching something with the flu virus on it such as a doorknob, computer keypad, gym weights, classroom desk, and then touching your nose, eyes, or mouth.
Everyday Steps to Protect Your Health
Common sense to avoiding germs is the best approach, such as not sharing sports bottles or drinking from a friend’s glass or pop can. The Center for Disease Control [CDC] recommends the following:
Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Stay away from an ill and contagious person until 24 hours after their fever has broken. Their fever should be completely gone for 24 hours without the use of a fever-reducing medicine [i.e. Advil, Tylenol, Excedrin, etc.]
Wash your hands OFTEN! Use lots of soap and scrub your hands by counting to 15 slowly before rinsing with water. If you do not have access to water, alcohol-based hand cleaners and disposable wipes [antibacterial] are effective—rub hands vigorously until hands are dry.
Do not touch your eyes, nose, or mouth—this is how the germs are spread.
Practice good health habits to keep your immune system strong—get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat healthy nutritious foods.
The seasonal flu outbreak usually occurs between mid-fall thru early spring. Each year a vaccine is developed to target the type of virus that is anticipated. The seasonal flu spreads mainly from person to person through coughing or sneezing by people with influenza. You can also become infected by touching something with the flu virus on it such as a doorknob, computer keypad, gym weights, classroom desk, and then touching your nose, eyes, or mouth.
Everyday Steps to Protect Your Health
Common sense to avoiding germs is the best approach, such as not sharing sports bottles or drinking from a friend’s glass or pop can. The Center for Disease Control [CDC] recommends the following:
Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Stay away from an ill and contagious person until 24 hours after their fever has broken. Their fever should be completely gone for 24 hours without the use of a fever-reducing medicine [i.e. Advil, Tylenol, Excedrin, etc.]
Wash your hands OFTEN! Use lots of soap and scrub your hands by counting to 15 slowly before rinsing with water. If you do not have access to water, alcohol-based hand cleaners and disposable wipes [antibacterial] are effective—rub hands vigorously until hands are dry.
Do not touch your eyes, nose, or mouth—this is how the germs are spread.
Practice good health habits to keep your immune system strong—get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat healthy nutritious foods.
Solo and Ensemble Contest
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Solo and Ensemble Contest was held this past Saturday, February 16th at Mayfield High School. Students prepare selections from a list provided by the Ohio Music Education Association. Class C is the lower level, Class B is mid-level, and Class A is advanced. Performers are provided an assessment for their work. The following students represented CHS Bands and Choirs:
Band
Josie Aitken - Class C Mallet Solo - Superior
Anna Gerstner - Class A Trumpet Solo - Excellent
Michael Meleski - Class C Saxophone Solo - Superior
Mitchell Ewaska - Class A Tuba Solo - Superior
Connor Rozic, Autumn Reese, & Josie Aitken - Class B Mallet Ensemble - Superior
Choir
Clare Myeroff, Caleigh Dawson, Maya Pedersen - Class A Women's Ensemble - Superior
Lou Piotrkowski, Ashley Paterson, Halle Landies, Karen Landies - Class A Women's Ensemble - Superior
Ethan Peterson, Will Piotrkowski, Brian Hofacre, Laine Fierman - Class B Men's Ensemble - Superior
Katarina Schneider, Whitney Beorn, Finn Fuerst, Samantha Hess, Emily Lingafelter, Ann-Marie Evans - Class B Women's Ensemble - Superior
Emily Lingafelter - Class A Alto Solo - Superior
Ann-Marie Evans - Class B Alto Solo - Good
Isabelle Marinchick - Class C Soprano Solo - Superior
Olivia Nelson - Class C Soprano Solo - Superior
Gianna Camposo - Class C Alto Solo - Good
Band
Josie Aitken - Class C Mallet Solo - Superior
Anna Gerstner - Class A Trumpet Solo - Excellent
Michael Meleski - Class C Saxophone Solo - Superior
Mitchell Ewaska - Class A Tuba Solo - Superior
Connor Rozic, Autumn Reese, & Josie Aitken - Class B Mallet Ensemble - Superior
Choir
Clare Myeroff, Caleigh Dawson, Maya Pedersen - Class A Women's Ensemble - Superior
Lou Piotrkowski, Ashley Paterson, Halle Landies, Karen Landies - Class A Women's Ensemble - Superior
Ethan Peterson, Will Piotrkowski, Brian Hofacre, Laine Fierman - Class B Men's Ensemble - Superior
Katarina Schneider, Whitney Beorn, Finn Fuerst, Samantha Hess, Emily Lingafelter, Ann-Marie Evans - Class B Women's Ensemble - Superior
Emily Lingafelter - Class A Alto Solo - Superior
Ann-Marie Evans - Class B Alto Solo - Good
Isabelle Marinchick - Class C Soprano Solo - Superior
Olivia Nelson - Class C Soprano Solo - Superior
Gianna Camposo - Class C Alto Solo - Good
Stress Relievers: Tips to tame stress
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This is a great article from the Mayo Clinic
Is stress making you frustrated and irritable? Stress relievers can help restore calm and serenity to your chaotic life. You don't have to invest a lot of time or thought into stress relievers. If your stress is getting out of control and you need quick relief, try one of these tips.
Get active
Virtually any form of physical activity can act as a stress reliever. Even if you're not an athlete or you're out of shape, exercise can still be a good stress reliever. Physical activity can pump up your feel-good endorphins and other natural neural chemicals that enhance your sense of well-being. Exercise can also refocus your mind on your body's movements, which can improve your mood and help the day's irritations fade away. Consider walking, jogging, gardening, housecleaning, biking, swimming, weightlifting or anything else that gets you active.
Eat a healthy diet
Eating a healthy diet is an important part of taking care of yourself. Aim to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables, and whole grains.
Avoid unhealthy habits
Some people may deal with stress by drinking too much caffeine or alcohol, smoking, eating too much, or using illicit substances. These can affect your health in unhealthy ways.
Meditate or Pray
During this mindfulness , you focus your attention and quiet the stream of jumbled thoughts that may be crowding your mind and causing stress. Meditation can instill a sense of calm, peace and balance that can benefit both your emotional well-being and your overall health.
Laugh more
A good sense of humor can't cure all ailments, but it can help you feel better, even if you have to force a fake laugh through your grumpiness. When you laugh, it not only lightens your mental load but also causes positive physical changes in your body. Laughter fires up and then cools down your stress response. So read some jokes, tell some jokes, watch a comedy or hang out with your funny friends.
Connect with others
When you're stressed and irritable, your instinct may be to wrap yourself in a cocoon. Instead, reach out to family and friends and make social connections. Social contact is a good stress reliever because it can offer distraction, provide support and help you tolerate life's up and downs. So take a coffee break with a friend, email a relative or visit your place of worship.
Got more time? Considering volunteering for a charitable group and help yourself while helping others.
Assert yourself
You might want to do it all, but you can't, at least not without paying a price. Learning to say no or being willing to delegate can help you manage your to-do list and your stress. Saying yes may seem like an easy way to keep the peace, prevent conflicts and get the job done right. But it may actually cause you internal conflict because your needs and those of your family come second, which can lead to stress, anger, resentment and even the desire to exact revenge. And that's not a very calm and peaceful reaction.
Try yoga
With its series of postures and controlled-breathing exercises, yoga is a popular stress reliever. Yoga brings together physical and mental disciplines which may help you achieve peacefulness of body and mind. Yoga can help you relax and manage stress and anxiety. Try yoga on your own or find a class — you can find classes in most communities.
Get enough sleep
Stress can cause you to have trouble falling asleep. When you have too much to do — and too much to think about — your sleep can suffer. But sleep is the time when your brain and body recharge. The quality and amount of sleep you get can affect your mood, energy level, concentration and overall functioning. If you have sleep troubles, make sure that you have a quiet, relaxing bedtime routine, listen to soothing music, put clocks away, and stick to a consistent schedule.
Keep a journal
Writing down your thoughts and feelings can be a good release for otherwise pent-up emotions. Don't think about what to write — just let it happen. Write whatever comes to mind. No one else needs to read it, so don't strive for perfection in grammar or spelling. Just let your thoughts flow on paper — or computer screen.
Music
Listening to or playing music is a good stress reliever because it can provide a mental distraction, reduce muscle tension and decrease stress hormones. Crank up the volume and let your mind be absorbed by the music. If music isn't one of your interests, turn your attention to another hobby you enjoy, such as gardening, sewing, sketching — anything that requires you to focus on what you're doing rather than what you think you should be doing.
Seek counseling
If new stressors are challenging your ability to cope or if self-care measures just aren't relieving your stress, you may need to look for reinforcements in the form of therapy or counseling. Therapy also may be a good idea if you feel overwhelmed or trapped, if you worry excessively, or if you have trouble carrying out daily routines or meeting responsibilities at work, home or school. Professional counselors or therapists can help you identify sources of your stress and learn new coping tools.
Get active
Virtually any form of physical activity can act as a stress reliever. Even if you're not an athlete or you're out of shape, exercise can still be a good stress reliever. Physical activity can pump up your feel-good endorphins and other natural neural chemicals that enhance your sense of well-being. Exercise can also refocus your mind on your body's movements, which can improve your mood and help the day's irritations fade away. Consider walking, jogging, gardening, housecleaning, biking, swimming, weightlifting or anything else that gets you active.
Eat a healthy diet
Eating a healthy diet is an important part of taking care of yourself. Aim to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables, and whole grains.
Avoid unhealthy habits
Some people may deal with stress by drinking too much caffeine or alcohol, smoking, eating too much, or using illicit substances. These can affect your health in unhealthy ways.
Meditate or Pray
During this mindfulness , you focus your attention and quiet the stream of jumbled thoughts that may be crowding your mind and causing stress. Meditation can instill a sense of calm, peace and balance that can benefit both your emotional well-being and your overall health.
Laugh more
A good sense of humor can't cure all ailments, but it can help you feel better, even if you have to force a fake laugh through your grumpiness. When you laugh, it not only lightens your mental load but also causes positive physical changes in your body. Laughter fires up and then cools down your stress response. So read some jokes, tell some jokes, watch a comedy or hang out with your funny friends.
Connect with others
When you're stressed and irritable, your instinct may be to wrap yourself in a cocoon. Instead, reach out to family and friends and make social connections. Social contact is a good stress reliever because it can offer distraction, provide support and help you tolerate life's up and downs. So take a coffee break with a friend, email a relative or visit your place of worship.
Got more time? Considering volunteering for a charitable group and help yourself while helping others.
Assert yourself
You might want to do it all, but you can't, at least not without paying a price. Learning to say no or being willing to delegate can help you manage your to-do list and your stress. Saying yes may seem like an easy way to keep the peace, prevent conflicts and get the job done right. But it may actually cause you internal conflict because your needs and those of your family come second, which can lead to stress, anger, resentment and even the desire to exact revenge. And that's not a very calm and peaceful reaction.
Try yoga
With its series of postures and controlled-breathing exercises, yoga is a popular stress reliever. Yoga brings together physical and mental disciplines which may help you achieve peacefulness of body and mind. Yoga can help you relax and manage stress and anxiety. Try yoga on your own or find a class — you can find classes in most communities.
Get enough sleep
Stress can cause you to have trouble falling asleep. When you have too much to do — and too much to think about — your sleep can suffer. But sleep is the time when your brain and body recharge. The quality and amount of sleep you get can affect your mood, energy level, concentration and overall functioning. If you have sleep troubles, make sure that you have a quiet, relaxing bedtime routine, listen to soothing music, put clocks away, and stick to a consistent schedule.
Keep a journal
Writing down your thoughts and feelings can be a good release for otherwise pent-up emotions. Don't think about what to write — just let it happen. Write whatever comes to mind. No one else needs to read it, so don't strive for perfection in grammar or spelling. Just let your thoughts flow on paper — or computer screen.
Music
Listening to or playing music is a good stress reliever because it can provide a mental distraction, reduce muscle tension and decrease stress hormones. Crank up the volume and let your mind be absorbed by the music. If music isn't one of your interests, turn your attention to another hobby you enjoy, such as gardening, sewing, sketching — anything that requires you to focus on what you're doing rather than what you think you should be doing.
Seek counseling
If new stressors are challenging your ability to cope or if self-care measures just aren't relieving your stress, you may need to look for reinforcements in the form of therapy or counseling. Therapy also may be a good idea if you feel overwhelmed or trapped, if you worry excessively, or if you have trouble carrying out daily routines or meeting responsibilities at work, home or school. Professional counselors or therapists can help you identify sources of your stress and learn new coping tools.
Mayo Clinic. "12 tips to tame stress." Mayo Clinic. n.d. Web. 19 Feb. 2019. <https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-relievers/art-20047257>
University of Akron’s Society of Women Engineers
The University of Akron’s Society of Women Engineers is hosting a high school Shadow Day on Wednesday, April 3, 2019.
Shadow Day is a chance for future women engineers to shadow an engineering student at the University of Akron for the day. It is a great way for young women to get a taste of what college life is all about. Last year we had over 40 students participate and it was a huge success.
This event is hosted by The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Chapter at The University of Akron. SWE has been promoting diversity in the engineering field since 1960. Being SWE affiliated we are only accepting young women who are interested in engineering majors to be shadows.
The event will be on Wednesday, April 3. High Schoolers will need to arrive at 7:45 am. No transportation is provided by the University of Akron.
Tentative Schedule
Students will need to provide their first and last name (FULL NAME please), their intended major, their personal email, and any dietary restrictions.
IMPORTANT! Do NOT use a HIGH SCHOOL EMAIL ACCOUNT - those block my emails and students will not be able to receive any information about Shadow Day.
Students should get a confirmation email. If they do not, fill out the form again using a different email address.
In clicking this link you have agreed to attend 2019 Shadow Day
*and to not use your high school email account*.
2019 Shadow Day High Schooler Sign-Up
The sign-up will be closed Wednesday, March 20, 2019, so don't delay.
If you have any questions please email me at hyg1@zips.uakron.edu.
Shadow Day is a chance for future women engineers to shadow an engineering student at the University of Akron for the day. It is a great way for young women to get a taste of what college life is all about. Last year we had over 40 students participate and it was a huge success.
This event is hosted by The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Chapter at The University of Akron. SWE has been promoting diversity in the engineering field since 1960. Being SWE affiliated we are only accepting young women who are interested in engineering majors to be shadows.
The event will be on Wednesday, April 3. High Schoolers will need to arrive at 7:45 am. No transportation is provided by the University of Akron.
Tentative Schedule
- 7:45 - Arrive
- 8:00 - Small Breakfast
- 8:30 - Engineering Classes and/or Campus Tours
- 12:00 - Lunch and SWE meeting
- 1:00 - Depart
Students will need to provide their first and last name (FULL NAME please), their intended major, their personal email, and any dietary restrictions.
IMPORTANT! Do NOT use a HIGH SCHOOL EMAIL ACCOUNT - those block my emails and students will not be able to receive any information about Shadow Day.
Students should get a confirmation email. If they do not, fill out the form again using a different email address.
In clicking this link you have agreed to attend 2019 Shadow Day
*and to not use your high school email account*.
2019 Shadow Day High Schooler Sign-Up
The sign-up will be closed Wednesday, March 20, 2019, so don't delay.
If you have any questions please email me at hyg1@zips.uakron.edu.
Chardon Goes to the Musicals
Thank you again for your support of Chardon Goes to the Musicals. There has been so much positive feedback and it is amazing at how many people have taken advantage of the tickets! Money is due before Spring Break.
We will have one more flyer with Come From Away, Dear Evan Hansen, and Lion King all on one, with money due at the beginning of May, as all of these shows will be summer 2019.
We will have one more flyer with Come From Away, Dear Evan Hansen, and Lion King all on one, with money due at the beginning of May, as all of these shows will be summer 2019.
Chardon High School Drama Club Grade 8 & 9
 | Chardon High School Drama Club Grade 8 & 9 Sponsored by Geauga Lyric Theater Guild Meeting Thursdays at CHS after school to 4:30 Shows at Geauga Theater May 9 at 7pm and May 11 at 2pm OPENINGS still available- forms at the CHS office First meeting Thursday Feb 14 in CHS Cafeteria Instructors: Julie Douglass and Karen Porter |
GEAUGA COUNTY MAPLE FESTIVAL QUEEN/KING CONTEST
  | The Maple Festival is now accepting applications for the Geauga County Maple Festival’s Queen and King Contest. This year we have the potential for a $1000+ prize! Applications can be found on the Maple Festival’s website at: https://www.maplefestival.com/queens-pageant.htmlhttps://www.maplefestival.com/kings-pageant.html The contest is now open to freshman through seniors residing or attending school in Geauga County. We have currently extended the deadlines as well! If you need more information, please contact: Angie May queens@maplefestival.com 440-487-3224 |
Middle School Track
If you are interested in running track for Chardon Middle School, please sign up if you haven't already on the Google Classroom Code : i9gj5dz. Fill out all of your information there! You will also need to fill out all of your forms on FinalForms, and have a hard copy of a physical turned into the athletic office by March 4. If you have already done final forms for a previous sport or activity this school year, you just need to add spring track and make any necessary changes or updates.
If you have not done FinalForms yet, you need to complete all of the forms and required signatures before March 4, as well as the OHSAA sport physical.
Here is the link to get started:
https://chardon-oh.finalforms.com
Our first practice will be Monday March 4 from 3:30-5:15, and every day after school from there. See you on the track!
If you have not done FinalForms yet, you need to complete all of the forms and required signatures before March 4, as well as the OHSAA sport physical.
Here is the link to get started:
https://chardon-oh.finalforms.com
Our first practice will be Monday March 4 from 3:30-5:15, and every day after school from there. See you on the track!
Closing
I missed you all.
This past week provided me with the opportunity to reflect upon many things. I am so proud of all of the work that ALL of our Circuit teachers put into our presentation. The entire process of planning, meeting, and training students for numerous leadership experiences expanded all of our leadership.
The Redesigning for Student Success Conference opened our eyes to many truths:
1. We have a very good schedule
2. Brain breaks are not a trend. They are rich in research and evidence-based models.
3. Creating a system of student choice towards learning competencies (UDL) works.
4. Creating houses or advisories (like our Topper Time) builds relationships and student efficacy.
4. Relationships, Culture, Core Values, and Mission-driven goals change school climate for the better.
We received just as much as we gave to this conference. I am very proud of our students, and teachers who presented on Friday. We have already received 5 emails and 137 hits to our Circuit tab on our website from last week. The patrons of our presentation shared that Chardon High School is doing amazing work!
I have brought my refreshed energy at full throttle this week. This conference confirmed with me that we are on the right track with not only our schedule and programs, but our mission, vision, and core values.
We often try to compare ourselves with other districts. As we work towards being the best academically, athletically, emotionally, socially, and service-oriented-- my commitment to you is that our work will be not overshadowed by others. We will be the beacon school that people want to emulate in all of our programs and systems. Regardless of the building that we serve in--our students will be noted for leadership, academic excellence, kindness, and preparedness for life. This work is done out of your love and service to our students, your passion for creating a better world, and our shared commitment to stand beside each other through each process.
Have a great weekend!
This past week provided me with the opportunity to reflect upon many things. I am so proud of all of the work that ALL of our Circuit teachers put into our presentation. The entire process of planning, meeting, and training students for numerous leadership experiences expanded all of our leadership.
The Redesigning for Student Success Conference opened our eyes to many truths:
1. We have a very good schedule
2. Brain breaks are not a trend. They are rich in research and evidence-based models.
3. Creating a system of student choice towards learning competencies (UDL) works.
4. Creating houses or advisories (like our Topper Time) builds relationships and student efficacy.
4. Relationships, Culture, Core Values, and Mission-driven goals change school climate for the better.
We received just as much as we gave to this conference. I am very proud of our students, and teachers who presented on Friday. We have already received 5 emails and 137 hits to our Circuit tab on our website from last week. The patrons of our presentation shared that Chardon High School is doing amazing work!
I have brought my refreshed energy at full throttle this week. This conference confirmed with me that we are on the right track with not only our schedule and programs, but our mission, vision, and core values.
We often try to compare ourselves with other districts. As we work towards being the best academically, athletically, emotionally, socially, and service-oriented-- my commitment to you is that our work will be not overshadowed by others. We will be the beacon school that people want to emulate in all of our programs and systems. Regardless of the building that we serve in--our students will be noted for leadership, academic excellence, kindness, and preparedness for life. This work is done out of your love and service to our students, your passion for creating a better world, and our shared commitment to stand beside each other through each process.
Have a great weekend!
Thank you to ODE and the Innovative Strategies for Improving College and Career Readiness of Students Grant for making our presentation happen!
Douglas Murray, Principal
The Circuit of Success Goes National
Al Herner, Jill Carpenter, Holly Mihalek, and Rob Mizen joined Mr. Higham and I at the Redesigning Schools National Conference at High Tech High in San Diego, California. We were accompanied by (4) 8th-grade students to co-facilitate the presentation over two days: Maysen and Alexis Jahnke, Faith Kilfoyle, and Sydney Murray. We toured High Tech Middle and High School. This school was featured in the film, Most Likely to Succeed.
We have been planning our presentation over the last several months and ran a rehearsal last weekend at Chardon High School.
We will keep posted from San Diego using Twitter and Periscope. Check out the pictures and the background that our students created.
We will be presenting LIVE on Friday @ 11:30 AM (EST).
We have been planning our presentation over the last several months and ran a rehearsal last weekend at Chardon High School.
We will keep posted from San Diego using Twitter and Periscope. Check out the pictures and the background that our students created.
We will be presenting LIVE on Friday @ 11:30 AM (EST).
Model UN 2019: Image of the Week
The General Assembly of Cleveland: International Model United Nation (Pictured Middle: Senior Grace Kilfoyle)
Student Wellness Day: February 23, 2019
The focus of this event is to alleviate stress and the lull that comes with the 3rd quarter as well as enforce the Chardon High School Community during the difficult times of February. Kaylie Malloy and a group of 6 students have been organizing this event for the past year and have secured many businesses to be in attendance. We will have free yoga classes, massages, art classes, sport nutrition sessions, personal trainers, therapy dogs and so many more opportunities!Reference Guide for Social ServicesDuring the school year, we see a number of students who may be struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, insomnia, self-harming behaviors, substance use, and suicidal thoughts. The Chardon community is fortunate to have a number of local mental health agencies available to serve youth and families who may be experiencing any difficulties. Please, if your child is experiencing any difficulties reach out to Administration, Guidance or one of the agencies listed below:
Catholic Charities - ccdocle.org/county-served/geauga 440-285-3537
Family Pride - familyprideonline.org 440-286-1553
N.A.M.I - namigeauga.org 440-286-6264
Ravenwood Health Centers - ravenwoodhealth.org 440-285-3568
Ubuntu Wellness - Ubuntuwellnessohio.com 440-214-9062
Ravenwood Health has an emergency, walk-in clinic open weekdays till 8 p.m, Friday till 5 p.m.
For after hour emergencies or if you need to talk with someone the hotlines below are available 24/7:
24/7 Copeline - 1-888-285-5665
Crisis Text Line - Text 4hope to 741741
Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255
Catholic Charities - ccdocle.org/county-served/geauga 440-285-3537
Family Pride - familyprideonline.org 440-286-1553
N.A.M.I - namigeauga.org 440-286-6264
Ravenwood Health Centers - ravenwoodhealth.org 440-285-3568
Ubuntu Wellness - Ubuntuwellnessohio.com 440-214-9062
Ravenwood Health has an emergency, walk-in clinic open weekdays till 8 p.m, Friday till 5 p.m.
For after hour emergencies or if you need to talk with someone the hotlines below are available 24/7:
24/7 Copeline - 1-888-285-5665
Crisis Text Line - Text 4hope to 741741
Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255
February 26: ACT/ Core Value Day
What you need to know:
What: ACT Test ... Tuesday, February 26th, all Juniors will be taking the ACT at Chardon High School.
Why: Third year of a state requirement to administer ACT or SAT to Juniors as a pathway to graduation.
Questions about ACT/SAT Requirement
Chardon High School will once again be participating in the State Funded ACT Test for all Junior students on February 26, 2019. This important college admissions assessment is a great tool to help guide our students in their future decisions and is in line with our district goal to see all of our students Employed, Enrolled, Enlisted, or Entrepreneurs. All Juniors are required to report to Chardon High School on February 26th at the regular start time (7:26 AM). Pre-Administration and testing will begin promptly at 7:35 AM. Additional information regarding this testing session will be sent directly to Juniors and their families prior to testing.
Core Values Day
Students in grades 8, 9, 10, and 12. February 26th will be used as a Blended Learning Day with a focus on the Core Values of Charon (Community, Humility, Achievement, Respect, Dignity, Optimism, and Nurture). Last school year, we were impressed with over 600 students participating in some type of service to their community on this day. Eighth Graders, Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors will not be permitted to enter school (during testing hours) on Tuesday, February 26. All Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors must complete a Google Form (will be sent to students the week of February 20th) documenting their service completed on this date to show attendance.
The following guidelines can be used to show appropriate activities for this day:
Seniors:
Eighth Graders/Freshman/Sophomores:
If you have questions about the ACT or Core Values Day, please contact Mr. Bandiera, Assistant Principal, Chardon High School.
Ryan Bandiera
Ryan.Bandiera@ChardonSchools.org
440-285-4057
What: ACT Test ... Tuesday, February 26th, all Juniors will be taking the ACT at Chardon High School.
Why: Third year of a state requirement to administer ACT or SAT to Juniors as a pathway to graduation.
Questions about ACT/SAT Requirement
Chardon High School will once again be participating in the State Funded ACT Test for all Junior students on February 26, 2019. This important college admissions assessment is a great tool to help guide our students in their future decisions and is in line with our district goal to see all of our students Employed, Enrolled, Enlisted, or Entrepreneurs. All Juniors are required to report to Chardon High School on February 26th at the regular start time (7:26 AM). Pre-Administration and testing will begin promptly at 7:35 AM. Additional information regarding this testing session will be sent directly to Juniors and their families prior to testing.
Core Values Day
Students in grades 8, 9, 10, and 12. February 26th will be used as a Blended Learning Day with a focus on the Core Values of Charon (Community, Humility, Achievement, Respect, Dignity, Optimism, and Nurture). Last school year, we were impressed with over 600 students participating in some type of service to their community on this day. Eighth Graders, Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors will not be permitted to enter school (during testing hours) on Tuesday, February 26. All Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors must complete a Google Form (will be sent to students the week of February 20th) documenting their service completed on this date to show attendance.
The following guidelines can be used to show appropriate activities for this day:
Seniors:
- Students will focus on components of their Capstone Senior Project as part of the pathways to graduation.
- Tasks to be completed include:
- Meeting with a mentor for a shadowing experience
- Physically completing a portion of the project
- Shadow a professional in an area of interest for future employment
- Complete 1 or more journals with a log of hours
- Prepare final Capstone Project Presentation
- Prepare a final reflective essay
Eighth Graders/Freshman/Sophomores:
- Students will focus on community service with a focus on the Core Values.
- Examples of activities are listed here. Core Value Examples
- Students must reflect on their experience by completing the Google Form
If you have questions about the ACT or Core Values Day, please contact Mr. Bandiera, Assistant Principal, Chardon High School.
Ryan Bandiera
Ryan.Bandiera@ChardonSchools.org
440-285-4057
Chardon High School Yearbook Parent Advertising Agreement for Seniors
The 2018-2019 yearbook staff is once again offering parents of seniors the opportunity to express congratulations to their graduate by purchasing an advertisement in the 2019 edition of the Hilltopper. This has become a very popular tradition in the yearbook. Over the years, the support of parents like you helps us to keep the price of the yearbook constant despite the demand to meet rising production costs.
Enclosed here you will find a form indicating the size options of congratulatory advertisements that are available. Start searching for your son’s or daughter’s most memorable baby pictures to preserve in the yearbook forever. You can put a poem, a message, and/or photos (old or new) in your salute. All you have to do is submit the information you would like included. Then we take care of the rest and design the advertisement for you.
If you are interested, fill out the next page of this order form and return it to the main office at the high school with your check payable to Chardon Board of Education. Please submit your order no later than Friday, March 29th, 2019 so that we can meet our printing deadlines. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the yearbook adviser, Daniel, at daniel.chenoweth@chardonschools.org
Thank you in advance for your support.
Sincerely,
Daniel Chenoweth
CHS Yearbook Staff
Enclosed here you will find a form indicating the size options of congratulatory advertisements that are available. Start searching for your son’s or daughter’s most memorable baby pictures to preserve in the yearbook forever. You can put a poem, a message, and/or photos (old or new) in your salute. All you have to do is submit the information you would like included. Then we take care of the rest and design the advertisement for you.
If you are interested, fill out the next page of this order form and return it to the main office at the high school with your check payable to Chardon Board of Education. Please submit your order no later than Friday, March 29th, 2019 so that we can meet our printing deadlines. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the yearbook adviser, Daniel, at daniel.chenoweth@chardonschools.org
Thank you in advance for your support.
Sincerely,
Daniel Chenoweth
CHS Yearbook Staff
Chardon High School Saturday Ski Trip to Holiday Valley Ski Resort!
Students in the CHS Ski/Snowboard Club have been having an awesome time on the slopes of Brandywine Ski Resort. This past week was their third trip of the season. Each week the students have the opportunity to take a lesson and then enjoy several hours on the slopes. Many of the students have learned a new sport and really shown improvement in their skills. Others have been enjoying the terrain park and working to learn new tricks or jumps. What a great group of students!
The Ski/Snowboard Club is excited to announce a day trip to Holiday Valley Ski Resort in New York. The trip is planned for Saturday, March 2 and is open to all students at the high school. Students do NOT have to currently be part of the ski club to participate in this opportunity. If your son/daughter is interested please see the attached flyer for more details, including an overview of the itinerary for the day. Space for this opportunity is limited to just one bus, so please make sure your son/daughter turns in his/her registration to Miss Fisher as soon as possible! If you have any questions, please email Alison Fisher at alison.fisher@chardonschools.org
The Ski/Snowboard Club is excited to announce a day trip to Holiday Valley Ski Resort in New York. The trip is planned for Saturday, March 2 and is open to all students at the high school. Students do NOT have to currently be part of the ski club to participate in this opportunity. If your son/daughter is interested please see the attached flyer for more details, including an overview of the itinerary for the day. Space for this opportunity is limited to just one bus, so please make sure your son/daughter turns in his/her registration to Miss Fisher as soon as possible! If you have any questions, please email Alison Fisher at alison.fisher@chardonschools.org
 | 2020 Greece & the Islands Adventure Information Meeting Thursday, Feb. 21st, 2019 7:30 pm in Room 210 Contact Kristen Niedzwiecki with questions. |
The Dance Team Head to Cleveland
The Chardon High School Dance Team is performing Friday, March 8th at Quicken Loans Arena at the Lake Erie Monsters Game. Tickets can be purchased using the link on the flyer.
American Graduate Initiative
The Chardon Local School District is a representative on the American Graduate: Getting to Work initiative working with other partner schools and business leaders to prepare students for high-demand career opportunities. As the initiative reaches its mid-point, the task force is hoping to hear from young adults (age 16-26) in our community about their perceptions of high-demand living wage careers and the American Graduate initiative. This is a nationwide survey that 16 other American Graduate states are gathering input from students (target audience 16-26) as well. Below is a link to a voluntary survey that is being conducted by the American Graduate Initiative on this topic. If you like your child to share his/her views on high-demand careers, please have them complete the survey. Again, participation is completely voluntary, but will assist the group in planning further activities and programs to help link graduates to competitive jobs.
Survey Link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Ideastream_YAS
Survey Link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Ideastream_YAS
This has been a week of mixed emotions. Everyone knows how much I miss being out of the building. Everyone knows how much I love our students and staff. Being away has provided me with the opportunity to grow as a person and educator. Being together with students and staff in San Diego has created wonderful memories that we will share with our school upon our return. The weather here was quite comical. It reminded us Forrest Gump during the rain scenes. I am forever grateful to Ryan Bandiera who worked so hard lead our building under crazy weather conditions as well...I saw the landscape of leaks and game cancellations. Furthermore, I am grateful to our staff, teachers, and Dr. Moran who supported each other this week. Stay tuned in the morning to watch our presentation!
Douglas Murray, Principal
Douglas Murray, Principal