2/24/2023 0 Comments The Week in Reflection: 2/24Opening: You are Loved
Reflecting is vital in life. We learn from reflecting, we can choose to grow from looking inward, and we can remind ourselves of our value. This edition of the Week in Reflection may seem quite reflective. Every week, I take time after school to organize the events and details of the week and start organizing the big ideas for this newsletter. We are entering a week that can create emotions that are hard to understand outside of our Chardon community. We are grateful for all of the support, and ask that you keep our staff, graduates, and community in your thoughts as we enter into Monday. At the end of this Week in Reflection, I will close with an uplifting reminder of our purpose, our vision, and our why as Hilltoppers. The students and staff know me well. They know my heart. I love our students and staff for who they are and their shared commitment to live our core values. We have a beautiful community that we are grateful for and we will continue to work together to raise a generations of Hilltoppers to live with a purpose, model integrity, and express kindness. We are #ChardonStrong and will forever beat as #OneHeartbeat
The 27 Days of Be the Change provided renewed energy and a focus for our students, and staff this month. We are so moved by the countless acts of kindness, undocumented moments of integrity, and the nurturing culture that has been embraced since we began this month. This week's theme is the transition from doing to living. The new habits created will carry us throughout this month and into the new season of spring.
February 5: SELF-Be the Best Version of Yourself; Be Positive and Kind to YOU February 6-12: OTHERS- Demonstrate Kindness to yourself, along with others- family, friends, staff February 13-19: COMMUNITY- Find yourself in the service of others February 20-28: LIVE THE CHANGE- 21 Days create new habits. Model this leadership each day
CHS Building Update: 300's Open for Business on March 1st
I spoke to Lewis Construction regarding the timeline of the 300's. They had a very productive week.
Big Ideas:
Schedule for Next Week
Monday, February 27: White Day Schedule
Tuesday, February 28: White Day Schedule Wednesday, March 1: Red Day Schedule Thursday, March 2: Black Day Schedule Friday, March 3: White Day (Special) Schedule Friday's Schedule: Culminating Celebration of #27BeThe Change- Class CompetitionQuick Reference: The Board Approved Program of Study7th Grade Presentation: Boxcast Presentation4E Exploration Day 2023
2023 Common Application For Local Scholarships: DUE TODAY
The CHS Common Scholarship Application is ready! This is a one stop shop! Complete the application to apply to several local scholarships, such as CHS Boosters, VFW, After Prom and more. You can complete the application from that attached PDF or pick one up in Guidance near the Scholarship Wall, where you can also find the necessary supplements. If you have any questions, please stop into Guidance.
All applications are due February 24, 2023. They must be in on Mrs. Giddings desk by 3pm. CHS Topp-notch A cappella to Nordonia Festival
On Friday, February 17th & Saturday, February 18th the newly formed CHS A Cappella vocal ensemble attended for the first time at the Nordonia A Cappella Festival. This nine-member ensemble was immersed in the world of high school a cappella. Think Pitch-Perfect or the Sing-Off. Our time at the festival provided much inspiration and food for thought.
Throughout the festival, we experienced many performances by high school groups and professionals alike. Friday and Saturday nights we experienced professional performances from groups from Las Vegas and Orlando. The students also attended many workshops from barbershops, vocal percussion strategies, ideas for a future in the music industry, and DIY recording resources. Much was gained from these masterclasses. The students participated in a workshop specifically catered to our ensemble. The students sang arrangements of Billy Joel's "She's Got A Way" and Adele's "Set Fire to the Rain". The coach commented on our students' musicianship as a strength. They blend beautifully and stay in coordinated tempo and tuning. There were many takeaways to consider going forward. It was great to have this time with a professional a cappella singer out of Orlando, FL. This group started in the fall of 2022, and has been called the CHS A Cappella. Over the weekend, with brainstorming time together, the group has decided to adopt the name Chardon Topp-notch A Cappella. Our ensemble currently consists of 3 sopranos, 2 alto, 2 tenors, and 2 basses. We look forward to adding a vocal percussionist to the ensemble to up the energy and cohesion. This type of ensemble is attractive because it is a smaller group without limitations of acoustical spaces. The pop music of this genre also is fun to listen to and popular with the general public. We thank the Chardon Crescendo Club for underwriting this impactful learning experience. The group looks forward to continued growth and exposure in our school and community. Way to go Topp-Notch A Cappella! Collage Concert
(photos by Jonathan Williams, Julie Stupi, Lynn Baioni, and Michelle Dill)
The CHS Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, 8th Grade Band, and Jazz Orchestra presented a Collage Concert on Wednesday, February 22 at the Mentor Fine Arts Center. All band students performed in small ensembles as well as a massed band for the concert finale. Some highlights included Wind Ensemble performing an original work from junior Sean Collins entitled "Beginnings," Jazz Orchestra playing Caravan, Work Song, and Come Fly Away; all 30 percussionists performing a selection on plastic and metal pails entitled Funky Buckets; and a grand finale with combined bands performing Sousa's Washington Post, How to Train Your Dragon soundtrack, and Randall Standridge's Choose Joy; CHS Band Director Melissa Lichtler was assisted by Michelle Watson and Phoenix Dellaria.
Art Pieces of the WeekCharlotte Jons is Going Places!
Charlotte Jons competed at the NSDA North Coast District Tournament last weekend. She finished in first place and earned qualification to the NSDA National Speech and Debate Tournament in Phoenix, AZ in June! She’s in excellent company with the other qualifiers from the North Coast District, representing schools like Solon, Chagrin Falls, Kenston, Brecksville, Hawken, University School, St Ignatius and Laurel School.
Up next for her is the OSDA State Tournament in two weeks. Hopefully she has a great run there too! CHS Principal Podcast: S4:E14: Charlotte JonsCHS Principal Podcast: S4:E15: Swimming to StateCHS SKI CLUB - ONE MORE TRIP LEFT! |
Show Dates:
March 16th - 18th at 7:00 pm March 19th at 2:00 pm |
Online ticket sales start Monday, March 6th
In-person ticket sales : Monday March 6th- Wednesday March 8th at Park from 4:30- 6:00 pm Monday March 13th - Wednesday March 15th from 4:30-6:00 pm *On show dates, in-person sales will start two hours before the show. |
Auburn Career Center

Lake Erie College: Learning about Business
Topper Bistro Lunch Menu
District Success Plan
Resources for Families
We are a parent group that supports Chardon High School students with various grade level events.
Currently we are planning a junior event and a senior after prom event. Looking to the future we need people to lead the organization and head various committees. You can do this with a friend!
Come and see what the Parent After Prom Organization is all about at our next meeting! We meet the second Wednesday of every month at 7pm in the High School media center (Next meetings: February 8th and March 8th).
Contact us to join or if you have questions or need more information: chardonafterprom@gmail.com
Follow After Prom on Facebook, Twitter @CAfterprom and
Instagram (ChardonAfterProm)

Mr. Murray’s YouTube Page
Week in Reflection: This is the Weekly Publication for Parents/Students/Staff
Chardon High School: Program of Study
Chardon High School Bell Schedule; Google Document of our bell schedule
Chardon High School Student Handbook
Teacher Resources for CHS Students
Chardon High School Google Calendar
Chardon Athletics Sports Calendar
Softball/ Baseball/ Girl's LAX Spring Schedules
Forever #OneHeartbeat
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...
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 eleven years, we have kept our eyes on our purpose and our community. For the past ten 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 our annual capstone projects, Great Pal's, AC4P, FMP, NHS Tutoring, CBI, Service Learning. The Circuit of Success, 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.
For the last eleven years, our district, like many others, has faced many challenges from adjusting to all of the new mandates from the ever-changing face of leadership in our state and national government towards educational reform. Throughout these changes, our mission never changed. Our continued focus on high achievement for all students with a strong emphasis on learning, relationships, and a shared lens of our commitment to our community’s values stood strong through these storms.
At Chardon High School, our commitment towards educating the whole student and providing opportunities to reach each students’ purpose continues to energize our staff. Throughout the established curriculum, Circuit of Success Program, our existing Freshman Mentoring Program, Topper Time period, and our focus on the 4E's: Enrollment, Enlistment, Employment, and Entrepreneurship--developing students for life and career readiness hallmarks our vision. 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, love, and continued support this week and always,
Douglas Murray, Principal
2/13/2023 0 Comments
The Week in Reflection 2/17
Opening: Brick By Brick
At Chardon High School, each student and staff member are one of many parts to the foundation that stands together. When one member of the family hurts--we all feel for that person. When one person celebrates--we all celebrate. Why is that? Well, it the binding foundation that was forged before us and we are the caretakers. We are one of the ones that are asked to leave it better than we found it.
Many of you know that I often write in riddles and deep symbolism. I am writing today not about bricks and mortar (as important as they are), today I am writing about humanity.
The foundation of humanity is built on relationships and trust. Those two foundations built brick by brick enables each of us to grow into the person we are called to be in society. Communication and Collaboration become the mortar that binds our foundation.
It is the nature of humanity to question, mistrust, and become misguided by one or more of those elements that bind us together. We start to weather new storms and question if the foundation is strong to withstand time to the elements. There is no better example of this than this year and all that we have faced with the pandemic.
It is our humanity and deep understanding of our foundation that allows each of us to withstand any pressure from within or outside. It is our commitment to know that each brick was placed with intentionality and purpose to help us through these times.
Why am I saying this today? Well, because this month is challenging. Our community feels it, our staff feels it, and our students can sometimes see it. Countless hours have been spent over years to wipe our lens and see the foundation that makes us strong, but the reality is that we are one family-- when one member hurts, we all feel it.
We appreciate your continued kindness, support, and commitment to stand strong through this month and know that one further element binds us even stronger: LOVE.
Together with strong relationships, trust, communication, collaboration, and LOVE--we carry ourselves throughout this month and realize that the sun will come out, the fog will dissipate and we will forever define ourselves as the community that perseveres throughout history with the beacon of faith in each other, hope and love.
Quick Reference: Program of Study
4E Exploration Day 2023
#27BeTheChange
It is the continued hope of the established core values at CHS that these actions will inspire and change lives. By actively caring for others each day, a habit of kindness can develop and continue well past this month.
Weekly Themes
- Shop locally and support a small business
- Donate to a good cause
- Volunteer throughout the community
- Write a thank you note to someone who serves you
- Make a care package for a friend, neighbor, or family member.
- Donate to a food bank
- Help out your neighbors (shovel your neighbor's driveway)
February 20-28: LIVE THE CHANGE- 21 Days create new habits. Model this leadership each day
- Do things before being asked
- Demonstrate a new skill for someone else.
- Think before you speak
- Be a model of respect, and show dignity even when it’s hard.
- Show optimism in school and at home
- Stay active in your community
- Gearity Food Bank Volunteer Opportunity
- Executive Student Council/ NHS staff breakfast: Reach out to NHS to assist
- PBIS team- Cards and Thank you notes.
- Gratitude Stations: Fill your heart and others up
- Promoting Senior Capstone Projects throughout the month- Service/Outreach
- Promoting Acts of Kindness
- Teacher Staff Luncheon: Hosted by CHS Administration
- Grade Level Competition: March 3, 2023
#27BetheChange (Pink Shirt Day)- A project organized by Drago Vujaklija and Andrew Bruce

#27BetheChange Polar Plunge for The Special Olympics of Ohio

2023 Common Application For Local Scholarships
The CHS Common Scholarship Application is ready! This is a one stop shop! Complete the application to apply to several local scholarships, such as CHS Boosters, VFW, After Prom and more. You can complete the application from that attached PDF or pick one up in Guidance near the Scholarship Wall, where you can also find the necessary supplements. If you have any questions, please stop into Guidance.
All applications are due February 24, 2023. They must be in on Mrs. Giddings desk by 3pm.
Schedule for Next Week
Tuesday, February 21, White Day Schedule
Wednesday, February 22, Red Day Schedule
Thursday, February 23, Black Day Schedule
Friday, February 24: White Day Schedule
All-Star Choir
The culminating event happened at 3:30 at EJ Thomas Hall in Akron. This concert featured the University of Akron Chamber Choir, two local high school select choirs, and finishing with the All-Star Choir. The University of Akron Chamber Ensemble was selected to perform at next week's National American Choral Directors Association National Conference converging in Cincinnati, OH from February 23-26th. It is of great prestige that the University of Akron Chamber Ensemble was selected. It was a joy to hear them sing. Chardon was well represented by our choir members. A great day of music-making was had!
Drama T-Shirt Sale: The Addams Family

For students in the Cast and Crew, parents, or other CHS community members (staff or students) who would like to order a t-shirt to show their support, please follow the link below. Sales will run from 7:00 a.m. February 3rd - 11:59 p.m. February 22nd.
*Also, please be sure to enter your name in the guest details (or your student's name) so that we know who to deliver the t-shirts to.
See Mrs. Patterson with any questions.
T-shirt Sales Link
CHS SKI CLUB - ONE MORE TRIP LEFT!

Auburn Career Center

Lake Erie College: Learning about Business
Topper Bistro Lunch Menu
Hilltoppers in the News
CREW MASTERING SKILL BOSS
STUDENTS NAMED SKILLSUSA OHIO REGIONAL OFFICERS- Cameron Musgrave and Brycen Perez
Resources for Families
We are a parent group that supports Chardon High School students with various grade level events.
Currently we are planning a junior event and a senior after prom event. Looking to the future we need people to lead the organization and head various committees. You can do this with a friend!
Come and see what the Parent After Prom Organization is all about at our next meeting! We meet the second Wednesday of every month at 7pm in the High School media center (Next meetings: February 8th and March 8th).
Contact us to join or if you have questions or need more information: chardonafterprom@gmail.com
Follow After Prom on Facebook, Twitter @CAfterprom and
Instagram (ChardonAfterProm)
- Mr. Murray’s YouTube Page
- Week in Reflection: This is the Weekly Publication for Parents/Students/Staff
- Chardon High School: Program of Study
- Chardon High School Bell Schedule; Google Document of our bell schedule
- Chardon High School Student Handbook
- Teacher Resources for CHS Students
- Chardon High School Google Calendar
- Chardon Athletics Sports Calendar
Stress Relievers: Tips to tame stress

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>
Douglas Murray, Principal
2/10/2023 0 Comments
The Week in Reflection 2/10

Important Information Regarding 2023-2024 Course Selections
It is essential that you decide which courses best fit your needs and register for them. Each year students are disappointed because a class they requested closes or cancels. Although all classes in the Program of Study may be initially offered, final decisions on class offerings will be determined by enrollment after board action. Please note that some classes are offered on a rotating basis; see specific course descriptions for information.
For 2023-2024, Chardon Local Schools will again be partnering with Lakeland Community College for College Credit Plus (CCP) courses available on our campus. CCP offers qualified students the opportunity to enroll in college courses and earn college credit; which can also be used to fulfill high school graduation requirements. For more information regarding CCP, please meet with a school counselor.
Students are encouraged to plan carefully a program of study that will assist them in reaching their educational goals. The college preparatory program, accelerated, advanced placement programs and the career/technical educational programs outlined on the following pages are designed to guide students in selecting the subjects that will lead them toward achieving their goals. Enclosed below, you will be able to view the video presentation from Curriculum Night, along with a Google Slide Presentation and our Program of Studies. Please be mindful that all final communications pertaining to the program of study is contingent upon board approval
Curriculum Night/CCP Presentation
Important Dates
2023 Common Application For Local Scholarships
The CHS Common Scholarship Application is ready! This is a one stop shop! Complete the application to apply to several local scholarships, such as CHS Boosters, VFW, After Prom and more. You can complete the application from that attached PDF or pick one up in Guidance near the Scholarship Wall, where you can also find the necessary supplements. If you have any questions, please stop into Guidance.
All applications are due February 24, 2023. They must be in on Mrs. Giddings desk by 3pm.
#27BeTheChange

It is the continued hope of the established core values at CHS that these actions will inspire and change lives. By actively caring for others each day, a habit of kindness can develop and continue well past this month.
Weekly Theme
February 6-12: OTHERS- Demonstrate Kindness to not only yourself, but to others- family, friends, staff
- Send a letter to a teacher or someone who has inspired you
- Compliment someone today
- Catch up with an old friend
- Call someone you love
- Tell someone that you love them, or thank them for being themselves.
- Encourage others to be their best self
- Give someone flowers
Chardon is our home. It is our community. We love our families and those who have surrounded us with love for generations. Like most homes, we too have faced difficulties and times when we felt lost.
There are so many moments that transformed us through these challenging times. Our community, the resilience and love of students, staff, and alumni have built the bridges of compassion, outreach, and our core values.
Each day allows us to grow stronger, love more, and give ourselves. We have great days, good days, and tough days. What is most important is that we keep sight of our purpose.
From the moments after our darkest day, leaders in our school and community vowed to stimulate change in laws, behaviors, and awareness.
At Chardon High School, we stand firm in our conviction to be an instrument of change. The school is challenging all people to spread and share kindness and to be an instrument of change every day, specifically in the month of February.
Opportunities for Outreach
- Gearity Food Bank Volunteer Opportunity
- Executive Student Council/ NHS staff breakfast: Reach out to NHS to assist
- PBIS team- Cards and Thank you notes.
- Gratitude Stations: Fill your heart and others up
- Promoting Senior Capstone/Student Projects throughout the month- Service/Outreach
- Teacher Staff Luncheon: Hosted by CHS Administration
- Grade Level Competition: March 3, 2023
#27BetheChange (Pink Shirt Day)- A project organized by Drago Vujaklija and Andrew Bruce

#27BetheChange Polar Plunge for The Special Olympics of Ohio

Schedule for Next Week
Tuesday, February 14, White Day Schedule
Wednesday, February 15, Red Day Schedule
Thursday, February 16, Black Day Schedule
Friday, February 17: NO SCHOOL PD DAY
Art Piece of the Week
Drama T-Shirt Sale: The Addams Family

For students in the Cast and Crew, parents, or other CHS community members (staff or students) who would like to order a t-shirt to show their support, please follow the link below. Sales will run from 7:00 a.m. February 3rd - 11:59 p.m. February 22nd.
*Also, please be sure to enter your name in the guest details (or your student's name) so that we know who to deliver the t-shirts to.
See Mrs. Patterson with any questions.
T-shirt Sales Link
Chromebooks: 9th Grade Chromebook Replacement Process
CHS SKI CLUB - TWO MORE TRIPS LEFT!

Auburn Career Center

Lake Erie College: Learning about Business
Topper Bistro Lunch Menu
Resources for Families
We are a parent group that supports Chardon High School students with various grade level events.
Currently we are planning a junior event and a senior after prom event. Looking to the future we need people to lead the organization and head various committees. You can do this with a friend!
Come and see what the Parent After Prom Organization is all about at our next meeting! We meet the second Wednesday of every month at 7pm in the High School media center (Next meetings: February 8th and March 8th).
Contact us to join or if you have questions or need more information: chardonafterprom@gmail.com
Follow After Prom on Facebook, Twitter @CAfterprom and
Instagram (ChardonAfterProm)
- Mr. Murray’s YouTube Page
- Week in Reflection: This is the Weekly Publication for Parents/Students/Staff
- Chardon High School: Program of Study
- Chardon High School Bell Schedule; Google Document of our bell schedule
- Chardon High School Student Handbook
- Teacher Resources for CHS Students
- Chardon High School Google Calendar
- Chardon Athletics Sports Calendar
Love

Dear Son/Daughter,
I wish for you to be kind. Each day, as I send you to school, I hug you, I kiss you, and then I say, "Be kind." In a world that, in some ways, is so cold and harsh, kindness matters. I would rather have you be known as the kindest than as the smartest. You never know what is going on in someone else's mind or heart, but being kind will never be the wrong choice. Being kind does not mean that you are not strong or determined, but that you treat others the way you would want to be treated.
My wish for you is that you will be discerning. That you can view a situation or problem and handle it gracefully and mindfully. That you will weigh options and choices and listen to that small voice that helps you decide right from wrong.
I wish for you bravery. Courage to do what is right. Lines between right and wrong are blurred these days, be brave. Be who you are. Stand up for your beliefs. Take chances. Reach and stretch to become the person you want to be.
My wish for you is that you will learn from heartache. The mother/father in me wants to protect you from pain and hurt, but the logical part of my brain knows that's not always possible. I recognize that some of my greatest accomplishments and treasured blessings, including you, came from much pain and heartache. Great joy comes from knowing sadness and I want those joyful learning experiences for you. They will make you a better person.
My wish is that you are grateful. You have many blessings already in life and many more are headed your way. Acknowledge them. Be grateful for them. Don't take them for granted. Recognize that challenges can be blessings as well.
I wish for you truth. You might have to dig and scratch and fight for it, but find truth. Tell the truth. Be an honest person that people can count on. Being trustworthy is one of the most noble character traits you can develop.
I wish for you a life full of laughter. As much of it as possible. I know you cherish how our family loves to laugh, and our home is full of laughter on a regular basis. Look for friends and loved ones that make you laugh. Laughter is indeed the best medicine in life.
My wish for you is that you become unselfish. To serve and think of others is the most rewarding part of life. Serve the people around you, think of their feelings and emotions. By looking outside yourself you will find good qualities and traits in others to focus on and develop in your own life.
My wish for you is to know you are loved...by me...by your family...by your teachers. As your life grows to include more and more people, surround yourself with people who love you for who you are. You have a beautiful soul, you deserve to be loved. Love is hard work, but work that is worth every effort.
I want you to dream big, but to realize that with big dreams comes hard work. Dreams are worth working for. There is so much joy to be found in the little steps that make up big dreams. You have the capability to become whatever you want to be in life.
Know that you are my biggest dream. I wished upon a star for years before my dreams came true. But that dream has been even better than I could have ever imagined. All of these things I wish for you, you have helped me find in myself. You have helped me be braver than I ever thought I would have to be. You make me laugh more than anyone else. You shower me with love, you make me think and rethink all my decisions, you help me dream big, and for you I am grateful.
We love you,
Mom and Dad
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The Week in Reflection: 2/3
Be The Change
It is the continued hope of the established core values at CHS that these actions will inspire and change lives. By actively caring for others each day, a habit of kindness can develop and continue well past this month.
Weekly Themes
1-February 5: SELF-Be the Best Version of Yourself; Be Positive and Kind to YOU
- Stay organized during the 3rd quarter
- Stay hydrated throughout the day
- Stay active during these colder months!
- Make yourself a priority and be kind to yourself. You are BeYOUtiful!
- Treat yourself
- Forgive yourself
- Go to bed early
February 6-12: OTHERS- Demonstrate Kindness to not only yourself, but to others- family, friends, staff
- Send a letter to a teacher or someone who has inspired you
- Compliment someone today
- Catch up with an old friend
- Call someone you love
- Tell someone that you love them, or thank them for being themselves.
- Encourage others to be their best self
- Give someone flowers
February 13-19: COMMUNITY- Find yourself in the service of others
- Shop locally and support a small business
- Donate to a good cause
- Volunteer throughout the community
- Write a thank you note to someone who serves you
- Make a care package for a friend, neighbor, or family member.
- Donate to a food bank
- Help out your neighbors (shovel your neighbor's driveway)
February 20-28: LIVE THE CHANGE- 21 Days create new habits. Model this leadership each day
- Do things before being asked
- Demonstrate a new skill for someone else.
- Think before you speak
- Be a model of respect, and show dignity even when it’s hard.
- Show optimism in school and at home
- Stay active in your community
Purpose
Chardon is our home. It is our community. We love our families and those who have surrounded us with love for generations. Like most homes, we too have faced difficulties and times when we felt lost.
There are so many moments that transformed us through these challenging times. Our community, the resilience and love of students, staff, and alumni have built the bridges of compassion, outreach, and our core values.
Each day allows us to grow stronger, love more, and give ourselves. We have great days, good days, and tough days. What is most important is that we keep sight of our purpose.
From the moments after our darkest day, leaders in our school and community vowed to stimulate change in laws, behaviors, and awareness.
At Chardon High School, we stand firm in our conviction to be an instrument of change. The school is challenging all people to spread and share kindness and to be an instrument of change every day, specifically in the month of February.
Opportunities for Outreach
- Gearity Food Bank Volunteer Opportunity
- Executive Student Council/ NHS staff breakfast: Reach out to NHS to assist
- PBIS team- Cards and Thank you notes.
- Gratitude Stations: Fill your heart and others up
- Promoting Senior Capstone/Student Projects throughout the month- Service/Outreach
- Teacher Staff Luncheon: Hosted by CHS Administration
- Grade Level Competition: March 3, 2023
CHS Principal Podcast: S4 E13- #27BeTheChange
#27BetheChange (Pink Shirt Day)- A project organized by Drago Vujaklija and Andrew Bruce
#27BetheChange Polar Plunge for The Special Olympics of Ohio

Schedule for Next Week

Tuesday, February 7, White Day Schedule
Wednesday, February 8, Red Day Schedule
Thursday, February 9, Black Day Schedule
Friday, February 10, White Day Schedule
CHS Building Updates
Key Information
- Abatement work wrapped up on 1/25/23
- EPA Test Sampling by EA Group was completed on 1/27 and sent to an independent laboratory for confirmation.
- Daily air quality testing samples were all within acceptable standards.
- Final EPA results returned on 1/30/23 resulting in ALL CLEAR
What's Ahead?
- SafeAir will begin removing their containment on 1/31/23
- The construction company will mobilize on 2/1/23 and begin work for phase II of the restoration.
We will continue to keep you appraised to the updates throughout phase II.
Young Thespians
PT Conferences/ Curriculum Night/ Mandatory College Credit Plus Annual Presentation
At this meeting, we will provide an overview of the curricular offerings, course delivery options (including College Credit Plus), and an overview of the scheduling process. Any student planning on attending College Credit Plus should plan on attending with their parents/or guardians. Several key details along with the Intention Form will be filled out this evening. Several of our high school teachers and counselors will be on hand that evening to share information and answer questions regarding their curriculum and course offerings. Representatives from local colleges will also be present to answer questions about College Credit Plus. This evening is for all grades entering 8-12, and will be livestreamed and recorded.
Our School Counselors will be presenting to students about scheduling and course offerings later in February. We will schedule a separate evening to go through the high school experiences for new 8th graders next month.

Parent Teacher Conferences are for all parents in grades 8-12. This is NOT an invitation only opportunity
https://www.ptcfast.com/schools/Chardon_High_School
Please note the adjustments to some teacher locations due to the closure of several classrooms. We wanted to keep all parents and staff in the main building to alleviate confusion.
CHS Art Pieces of the Week
Drama T-Shirt Sale: The Addams Family

For students in the Cast and Crew, parents, or other CHS community members (staff or students) who would like to order a t-shirt to show their support, please follow the link below. Sales will run from 7:00 a.m. February 3rd - 11:59 p.m. February 22nd.
*Also, please be sure to enter your name in the guest details (or your student's name) so that we know who to deliver the t-shirts to.
See Mrs. Patterson with any questions.
T-shirt Sales Link
Ski /Snowboard Club 2023

Auburn Career Center
Lake Erie College: Learning about Business
Topper Bistro Lunch Menu
Resources for Families
We are a parent group that supports Chardon High School students with various grade level events.
Currently we are planning a junior event and a senior after prom event. Looking to the future we need people to lead the organization and head various committees. You can do this with a friend!
Come and see what the Parent After Prom Organization is all about at our next meeting! We meet the second Wednesday of every month at 7pm in the High School media center (Next meetings: February 8th and March 8th).
Contact us to join or if you have questions or need more information: chardonafterprom@gmail.com
Follow After Prom on Facebook, Twitter @CAfterprom and
Instagram (ChardonAfterProm)
- Mr. Murray’s YouTube Page
- Week in Reflection: This is the Weekly Publication for Parents/Students/Staff
- Chardon High School: Program of Study
- Chardon High School Bell Schedule; Google Document of our bell schedule
- Chardon High School Student Handbook
- Teacher Resources for CHS Students
- Chardon High School Google Calendar
- Chardon Athletics Sports Calendar
Tweet of the Week
It was a magical end to a magical @solonspeech tournament! Your @ChardonHS #Hilltalker was the tournament champion in Program Oral Interpretation! Way to slay, Charlotte! #wearechardon pic.twitter.com/SVbIz8J4hB
— Amy Roediger☮️ (@AmyRoediger) January 29, 2023
Douglas Murray, Principal
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