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3/28/2022 The Week in Reflection: 4/1
Welcome Back!
I see skies of blue, snow of white, flowers bloom, rain in the dark of night...and I think to myself, why do I live in Ohio. I am no song writer, but many of us start to lose our patience this time of year. The weather seems quite broken lately. With the transition into our third winter called Spring, we have so much going on. We are literally going to fly through these last weeks so hold on. As I have shared over the last several weeks of communications, the upcoming long term schedule demonstrates the volume of tasks and events going on at CHS. As we march through the transition to this new season, we are longing for a stretch of dry and sunny days. With or without the unknown weather, this year has taught us 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 two months are going to pass us by in a blink of an eye. It is so important to pause and reflect on each opportunity 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. Spring Break Trips
The Baseball and Softball teams were overjoyed to begin their season in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina over the break. Both teams represented Chardon very well on and off the field! The fields were absolutely beautiful and the competition was strong. The relationships and memories built on the field, spending time with teammates, and bonding was extraordinary. The teams would like to thank all of the coaches who sacrificed their time, the families, countless hands, and our board of education for allowing this trip to occur. The teams are looking forward to seeing you in person this season!
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The Hilltopper Marching Band had the honor of performing in Walt Disney World over Spring Break. To audition for this honor, the band had to submit three recent performance videos as well as photos of the group. The Hilltoppers did an outstanding job marching in the Magic Kingdom on Monday, March 21 at the 6:00 PM parade. The parade was 1 mile long and approximately 1,000 people from all over the world were in attendance. Other highlights of the trip included a stop at Buc-ees, morning swimming at the hotel, and time spent in each of the Disney parks. Thanks to the BOE and CHS administration for approving this trip! A huge thank you also to our wonderful chaperones: Lorrie Beil, Gloria Kortitansky, Michelle Watson, Todd Watson, Jennifer Squires, Barb Breznay, Christine Clark, Cindy Nells, and Bill Nells.
The CHS Principal Podcast: Season 3, Episode 32: Softball PreviewThe CHS Principal Podcast: Season 3, Episode 33: Baseball PreviewEnd of Course Assessments Begin Next Week
Chardon High School will administer end-of-course assessments beginning next week to measure the academic progress of students. State achievement tests tell us how well our students are growing in the knowledge and skills outlined in Ohio’s Learning Standards. These tests help guide and strengthen future teaching so we can be sure that we are preparing our students for long-term success in school, college, careers and life.
Which tests will be given for what grade level? Grade 8: English Language Arts Mathematics Science HIGH SCHOOL COURSES Classes of 2023 and beyond - End-of-course tests in English language arts II, Algebra I, Geometry (or integrated mathematics I and II), Biology, American History, and American Government. April 6, 2022 ELA Grade 8 and ELA II Part One 7:20 - 9:20 am April 7, 2022 ELA Grade 8 and ELA II Part Two 7:20 - 9:05 am April 25, 2022 Mathematics Grade 8, Algebra I, and Geometry 7:20 - 9:50 am April 27, 2022 Science Grade 8 and Biology 7:20 - 9:50 am April 29, 2022 American Government and American History 9:45 - 12:00 pm Schedule for Next Week
Monday, April 4: White Day Schedule
Tuesday, April 5: White Day Schedule Wednesday, April 6: Red Day Schedule/ EOC Exam in 8th ELA and ELA II (Part I) Thursday, April 7: Black Day Schedule/EOC Exam in 8th ELA and ELA II (Part II) Friday, April 8: White Day Schedule 
Art Pieces of the Week
Geauga County Maple Festival Queen/King Contest
The Maple Festival Board is now accepting applications for the 2022 Geauga County Maple Festival’s Queen and King Contest.
Applications can be found on the Maple Festival’s website at: https://www.maplefestival.com/queens-pageant.html https://www.maplefestival.com/kings-pageant.html Contest is open to students in grades 9-12 residing or attending school in Geauga county. Deadline is April 15. If you need more information, please contact: queens@maplefestival.com, 440-487-3224 Senior Tributes: Due April 1, 2022
After Prom Needs Some Helping Hands
Come and be a part of Chardon After Prom!
We are parent and community volunteers who plan and support the After Prom event as well as other high school activities. Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays while we make decorations for After Prom in May. We meet in the high school cafeteria from 7-9pm. If you want more information or have any questions email us at chardonafterprom@gmail.com. Don't forget to like us on Facebook, and to get the latest updates follow us on Twitter @CAfterprom You can visit the After Prom website too to find out more about us! Topper Bistro
Class of 2023---Career Info: Trades, Military and Manufacturing
Would you and your student like to learn more about one or more of the following career pathways?
Virtual Session: Skilled Trades April 25, 2022 6:30p.m. - 7:30p.m. Love working with your hands? Learn about career opportunities in the skilled trades and more! Register for this Session Virtual Session: Military Enrollment May 2, 2022 6:30p.m. - 7:30p.m. Learn about the U.S. Military Branches and how to get your future started through military enrollment! Register for this Session Virtual Session: Manufacturing May 9, 2022 6:30p.m. - 7:30p.m. Get your future started in the new high-tech world of manufacturing! Register for this Session Questions? Contact the Chardon High School Guidance Department by calling 440-285-4060 during school hours OR visit the CHS Guidance page to find contact information for your student's guidance counselor. College Credit Plus UpdatesShining Star CLESchool/Community Resources
As we return from spring break with just under two months until the 2021-22 finish line, we celebrate all that you have accomplished!
Hilltopper Highlights Video (7 months in 11 minutes) Keep striving towards that finish line! #WeAreChardon 
Mr. Murray’s YouTube Page The Hilltop Echo (School Newspaper) Video Announcements: Link for the Morning Announcements 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 Student Acceptable Use Policy (All Students Must Sign) Chardon High School Google Calendar Chardon Athletics Sports Calendar Remind101 Text Message: https://www.remind.com/join/chs21-22 Twitter- Follow @chs_dmurray @chardonhs @toppernation @chs_AP_Higham @mrs_bondi
Have a beautiful weekend with family and friends!
Douglas Murray, Principal 3/14/2022 The Week in Reflection: 3/18Spring is Here this Weekend
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. Although he retired last year, Mr. Armelli always is a perfect example of this mantra. He stood 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. Personally, I am exhausted and looking forward to a refresh. Take time to re-energize and focus on the long and winding road that we will face as we close out the season and press on to a rest of quarter. National Honors Society Induction Ceremony (2022-2023)
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.
Induction and Presentation Program
Special Music Processional National Anthem: Olivia Nelson Welcome: Mrs. Casey Ptasznik, NHS Co-Adviser Principal’s Address: Mr. Doug Murray, Principal, Chardon High School Officer Presentation and Introduction of New NHS Officers: Current NHS Officers Presentation of Senior Honor Cords: Morgan Fisher, NHS President - Current Certificates: Abigail Carson, Maysen Jahnke, Alexis Janke, Julianne Sweet, Newly Elected NHS Officers Inductee Pledge: Jacob Schneider, Newly Elected NHS President Final Remarks: Mrs. Korenke, NHS Co-Adviser Already Enrolled Members
New Junior Members
New Sophomores Members
Alumni News: John Ricci wins the National Championship
March 11, 2022
TO: Lakeland Foundation Board, Alumni, and Friends FROM: Greg Sanders Happy Friday! I’ve got some breaking news for you today that’s hot off the presses.... You may recall from past Updates that I’ve talked about Lakeland’s nationally recognized Industrial Welding program. Our program produces some of the top student welders in the country as ranked by SkillsUSA - a partnership of students, teachers, and industry that serves more than 360,000 members annually in areas of applied skills such as health sciences, culinary arts, construction and manufacturing, STEM and IT, human services, public safety, communications, leadership, and hospitality/tourism. For the past week, Lakeland welding student John Ricci has been in Huntsville, Alabama with program coordinator Ryan Eubank for the third and final round of the SkillsUSA Welding competition. John was invited last fall to compete in the finals and has been working with Ryan 10 hours a day, four to five days a week since then in preparation. A couple of days ago, the competition was down to just John and three other welders from across the U.S. Last night, we were notified that John has won the national championship and is now invited to represent the United States in the WorldSkills Welding competition in Shanghai, China in October. We are so thrilled for John, for Ryan and his program, and for Lakeland for this outstanding achievement. How proud we are to be the home of our national champion, and to have had the opportunity to support John’s hard work toward this incredible accomplishment. John, congratulations! If you’re not already aware of the excellent opportunities offered by Lakeland’s welding program, you should know that the college offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Welding and Fabrication Technology, which is designed to prepare students for immediate employment in the manufacturing, construction, and energy industries as well as in the public sector. The range and depth of program courses prepare students to be job ready for employment in positions including fabrication, welding, soldering, and brazing, as well as in sales, inspection, repair, supervision and management. What a day to celebrate! Art Pieces of the Week
8th grade contour drawings by Selina Sparker, Cassie Bright, and Ava Havanchak
Geauga County Maple Festival Queen/King Contest
The Maple Festival Board is now accepting applications for the 2022 Geauga County Maple Festival’s Queen and King Contest.
Applications can be found on the Maple Festival’s website at: https://www.maplefestival.com/queens-pageant.html https://www.maplefestival.com/kings-pageant.html Contest is open to students in grades 9-12 residing or attending school in Geauga county. Deadline is April 15. If you need more information, please contact: queens@maplefestival.com, 440-487-3224 Senior Tributes: Due April 1, 2022
Another message from the yearbook: Club pictures will be April 1st if kids want to wear their special shirts.
After Prom Needs Some Helping Hands
Come and be a part of Chardon After Prom!
We are parent and community volunteers who plan and support the After Prom event as well as other high school activities. Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays while we make decorations for After Prom in May. We meet in the high school cafeteria from 7-9pm. If you want more information or have any questions email us at chardonafterprom@gmail.com. Don't forget to like us on Facebook, and to get the latest updates follow us on Twitter @CAfterprom You can visit the After Prom website too to find out more about us! Images of the Week: Anatomy and BiotechnologyTopper Bistro (Menu after Break)
School/Community Resources
Mr. Murray’s YouTube Page The Hilltop Echo (School Newspaper) Video Announcements: Link for the Morning Announcements 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 Student Acceptable Use Policy (All Students Must Sign) Chardon High School Google Calendar Chardon Athletics Sports Calendar Remind101 Text Message: https://www.remind.com/join/chs21-22 Twitter- Follow @chs_dmurray @chardonhs @toppernation @chs_AP_Higham @mrs_bondi 
The Week in Reflection will return on April 1, 2022. Have a beautiful time away with your family and friends!
Douglas Murray, Principal 3/7/2022 The Week in Reflection: 3/11Spring is Coming I am often inspired by moments. A simple smile. A picturesque view. A simple song. A good laugh with family...and seeing a community coming together to celebrate. All of the above are moments that made me pause this week. This time of year can create such a mad rush of closing bells towards the end of the quarter, intermittent weather patterns, busy family schedules, and the Ides of March in our own lives. It is so important to pause and reflect so that life doesn't pass us by without each of us recognizing a genuine smile, the beauty of a blue sky or slow motion snow, laughing about silly things with your loved ones, or hearing a song that causes you to slow down. I do not need to riddle you with metaphors and analogies this week. Just reflect upon the little things that pass before you that allows you a moment to pause and be grateful. Be our Guest! See More Highlights from the Show (Here) Curtain CallOur students move me. Our staff encapsulate the passion for extending learning outside of the classroom. My wife and I were moved by the design, sound, set, lighting, make-up, costume, music, presentation, performance and execution of the spring musical, Beauty and the Beast. Every member of the cast, crews, and directors have to be so proud of the sheer joy and exuberance of being back on the stage---singing---smiling--and being present in the moment. I love these kids, and I highly recommend taking the time to see them in the spotlight this weekend! In case you passed over anything that I just wrote...the enchanted tale of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is starting to grace the stage at Park Auditorium starting on March 10, 2022, when the student cast of this year’s Chardon High School spring show present the Broadway stage version of the classic story. Beauty and the Beast involves the telling of Belle’s journey as she becomes exposed to life beyond her provincial town. She meets her father’s captor, the Beast—a cruel and terrifying creature, physically cursed by a wise enchantress. Belle feels condemned to spend her life imprisoned within the walls of the Beast’s castle—until she recognizes goodness within the monster and becomes more of an enraptured guest than a prisoner. As this love story unfolds, audiences may enjoy all the classic, rousing, musical numbers including the selections, “Be Our Guest,” “Gaston,” and, of course, “Beauty and the Beast.” Check out the podcast that we recorded earlier in the week to highlight the show! CHS Principal Podcast: Season 3, Episode 30 : Cast of Beauty and the BeastIt was so cool to check-in with the cast prior to the opening act, and great to hear them talk about their journey in putting together this production! In-person sales: 3/10 - 3/12 …. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 3/13 …. 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Online sales 3/1 - 3/13 (https://www.chardonschools.org/TicketsDonations.aspx) Pre-Order Flower Sales Chardon High School Academic Challenge Team
Schedule for Next Week Monday, March 14: White Day Schedule Tuesday, March 15: White Day Schedule Wednesday, March 16: Red Day Schedule Thursday, March 17: Black Day Schedule Friday, March 18: White Day Schedule National Merit Finalist: Charlotte Bennett Congratulations to senior, Charlotte Bennett, for being named a National Merit Finalist! Charlotte is interested in studying Biochemistry/ Medical Research in college. She has applied to several schools. Several of her top schools are the University of Maine, University of Vermont, Penn State University, and Lehigh University. Congratulations, Charlotte! We are so proud of you. 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. Chardon's Trailblazer: Charlotte JonsWe are extremely proud of Chardon's own pioneer, Charlotte Jons. Charlotte paved the way by herself and created this opportunity! With her family by her side, and one extremely great supporter of another brilliant mind, her mom---Charlotte made history!  Congrats Chardon Choirs: OMEA Large Group Contest Alex McDonald- Heading to State in WrestlingAfter back to back state championships in football, Alex McDonald thought it would be a good idea to take his talents to wrestling (once again) and head to state! Alex McDonald is a Hilltopper great in and out of the classroom---and a true Hall of Famer in the making!
 Drum Line Send Off!After Prom Needs Some Helping Hands Come and be a part of Chardon After Prom! We are parent and community volunteers who plan and support the After Prom event as well as other high school activities. Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays while we make decorations for After Prom in May. We meet in the high school cafeteria from 7-9pm. If you want more information or have any questions email us at chardonafterprom@gmail.com. Don't forget to like us on Facebook, and to get the latest updates follow us on Twitter @CAfterprom You can visit the After Prom website too to find out more about us! Art Piece of the Week “Dino Mug” Lillian Husek Grade 10 Art Foundations Topper Bistro
Chardon Goes to the MusicalsChardon Goes to the Musicals is excited to announce ticket sales for Disney's Frozen. All money is due to CMS Hilltoppers PTO by Tuesday, March 15. We are proud to promote the arts at Cleveland's own Playhouse Square, the second largest theater district outside of Broadway. Over the years, Chardon Goes to the Musicals has sold hundreds of tickets. A reminder this is not a fundraiser, but simply a way for community members to obtain tickets at discounted prices. AHLI Service Project#27BeThe Change carries on into March with our AHLI students working on the annual service project! Consider ways in which you can help carry on their servant leadership! School/Community Resources     Weather Related Information Mr. Murray’s YouTube Page The Hilltop Echo (School Newspaper) Video Announcements: Link for the Morning Announcements 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 Student Acceptable Use Policy (All Students Must Sign) Chardon High School Google Calendar Chardon Athletics Sports Calendar Remind101 Text Message: https://www.remind.com/join/chs21-22 Twitter- Follow @chs_dmurray @chardonhs @toppernation @chs_AP_Higham @mrs_bondi Well, it has been a great week and nearly a 17 hour work day on Thursday! Have a beautiful weekend with family and friends! Regardless of the weather, it is a beautiful day and spring is coming!
Douglas Murray, Principal 3/4/2022 The Week in Reflection: 3/44th Quarter: It is time to finish what we started
The third quarter ends today, March 4.
Three fourths, the fourth, rounding third and heading home, crunch time, the finish line. Down the stretch they come...the list goes on to ways that we can describe the transition to the fourth quarter. On one hand, it feels that we just started...on the other hand, it feels like things never ended. It's all about perspective. As you already know, the Week in Reflection provides the lens of my perspective. The school is my second home. For the past two years, I have spent more time in this home making sure that we were prepared for every single pivot like preparing for a rodeo dance. I used to absolutely hate checklists. Bare with me as I reflect on why checklists have prepared me in my life. I am the youngest child with siblings who are five and eight years older than me. Growing up in a household with two working parents created many moments for mom and dad to leave a list of tasks to do. Sure, they would get done, but usually after 5 hours of backyard baseball. College, marriage, career, and children taught me the underline value of a good checklist. Now, I live by them and usually can be found with a list to a list in both written and digital formats. Taking care of long-term details comes with the territory of someone who is an idealist thinker and worker. Transitioning into the fourth quarter is an exciting time for every grade level. We have all of the senior events, all of the activities, and opportunities. It is a time when many details can slip in the midst of taking your kids to numerous activities, preparing for the week, or making sure that our own children don't walk out of the door without all of the things that they need for the day. For the past two decades, I have used a three-month calendar to finalize the school year. As much as our calendar is posted online and can be viewed in weekly segments, having the freedom to see all the events in a printable format is extremely useful for all our educators, students, and parents. This can be used as a checklist for each day for the big ideas of the academic calendar. As we walk together this quarter, other checklists are important to survive the wear and tear of the quarter. I have put together a suggested list of 12 important things to check off your to-do list to create new habits in your life. 1. Say, I love you to those you embrace each day. This simple task can speak volumes to your parents, spouse, children, and siblings and has no age limit to express. Our brain fire so many neurons which release dopamine causing you to feel happy. What a wonderful way to start your day! 2. Actively listen to others When we actively listen, we pause. Listening allows us to seek the depth of any story and allows us to respond with empathy, understanding, and kindness. Take the time to really listen to your friends, parents, and siblings and watch your relationship change for the better. 3. Read something that engages you every single day We are always reading. Whether we are perusing signs, billboards, articles, posts, or messages...reading becomes a habit that we often can take for granted. When we read things that engage us we not only become a better reader-we become a diplomat to literacy. Read something that engages you each day and experience a new you that can articulate in ways that you never thought you could. 4. Walk or be physically active for 20 consecutive minutes Physical activity is so beneficial for our physical, social, and mental well-being. Scheduling the time each week to walk, workout, and a little fresh air can provide more energy and positivity to your own outlook on living. 5. Remove fear by thinking more positive about YOU We can control three things in life: What we think, what we say, and how we behave. Furthermore, these three things can allow us to control our attitude, effort, and approach to everything that we aspire to be or do. Do not be afraid to fail. Face your fears with what you can control and watch parts of your life grow in positive ways. 6. Meditate, Pray, or Journal You do not have to be religious to reflect on the simple things in life. A sunrise, sunset, smile, a moment of kindness. These moments can allow you to reflect on all of the good that surrounds you in your life and ground you to things bigger than ourselves. 7. Unplug without a device for 1 hour or more each day. When we unplug, we communicate in natural ways that can simplify life. Disconnecting for periods of time can re-center relationships and actually can lower our blood pressure as we live in the present. 8. Never give up If at first, you don't succeed... we all have heard the story. However, through the trials of losing the battles of our day- we expand our territory to do more and be more. Never give up. 9. Surround yourself with positive people We become an amalgamation of our surroundings. Therefore, surround yourself with people who challenge you to be a better person at all times. It can be hard to do, but when we do this- we learn how to happy and the best version of ourselves. 10. Write down your gratitude The thousands of words that I write each week are my ways to show gratitude to you. I do not have to do this. I choose to. I write from my heart to show you why I care. Send someone a short note this week, an email, or a card. Pay it forward! 11. Prioritize As I started this newsletter by talking about checklists...write your goals down. Post your goals. Write a mission statement. Live it, Love it, do it. Do not procrastinate over tasks. Live with purpose! 12. Finish what you start Is the finish line a barrier, opportunity, or mile marker? The choice is in the eye of the beholder. Once you figure where you are on the map, remove the barriers that hold you back and seize every opportunity along the markers of your life. As Robert Frost notes, choose the road less traveled by....it will make all of the difference! 4th Quarter Calendar of Tasks
This calendar is beginning to evolve. It will continue to be added to each week.
Important Communication Regarding March 9, 2022: ACT (Read Online)
ACT Directions
What: ACT Test ... Wednesday, March 9th, ALL Juniors will be taking the ACT at CHS Why: State requirement to administer the ACT or SAT to Juniors as a pathway to graduation. Questions about ACT/SAT Requirement Testing Day:
8th Grade 4E Exploration Day (Auburn Career Center/ Lake Erie College)
Schedule For Next Week
Monday, March 7, 2022: White Day Schedule
Tuesday, March 8, 2022: White Day Schedule Wednesday, March 9, 2022: ACT/ 4E Exploration Day (See Above) Thursday, March 10: Red Day Schedule Friday, March 11: Black Day Schedule Spring Musical: Beauty and the Beast
The enchanted tale of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast will be gracing the stage at Park Auditorium starting on March 10, 2022, when the student cast of this year’s Chardon High School spring show present the Broadway stage version of the classic story.
Beauty and the Beast involves the telling of Belle’s journey as she becomes exposed to life beyond her provincial town. She meets her father’s captor, the Beast—a cruel and terrifying creature, physically cursed by a wise enchantress. Belle feels condemned to spend her life imprisoned within the walls of the Beast’s castle—until she recognizes goodness within the monster and becomes more of an enraptured guest than a prisoner. As this love story unfolds, audiences may enjoy all the classic, rousing, musical numbers including the selections, “Be Our Guest,” “Gaston,” and, of course, “Beauty and the Beast.”
In-person sales:
3/1 - 3/3 ….4:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 3/8 - 3/9 ….4:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 3/10 - 3/12 …. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 3/13 …. 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Online sales 3/1 - 3/13 (https://www.chardonschools.org/TicketsDonations.aspx) Pre-Order Flower Sales
CHS Principal Podcast: Season 3, Episode 29: Haidyn Bunker USA Luge
By Sandy Caligiore
PARK CITY, Utah – From one Olympic track to another – three weeks after the conclusion of the Beijing Olympic Games, USA Luge heads to the site of the 2002 Winter Games competitions in March for the Norton Youth and Junior National Championships. The youth national races will be held March 5-6 at the Utah Olympic Park, followed by the junior national events on March 12-13. The Norton youth lineup will feature Youth A Men, Youth A Women, Youth B Men, Youth B Women and Youth Doubles. Race times are 12:30 PM MT on Saturday and 10 AM MT on Sunday. Junior World Championship bronze medal winner, Matt Greiner, will enjoy his home track on the latter weekend. Greiner, who also had two Junior World Cup victories in an abbreviated season due to injury, secured his Junior World Championship bronze medal in Winterberg, Germany at the end of January. The doubles team of Maya Chan and Reannyn Weiler, fourth place at the inaugural women’s doubles World Championship in Winterberg, are entered amongst the men in the Norton junior doubles event. Chan, of Chicago, and Weiler, of Whitesboro, N.Y., recorded three World Cup doubles bronze medals in the recently concluded season. They were also fourth in the 2020 Youth Olympic Games in St. Moritz. Junior men and junior women are the other two divisions that will be contested. Race times for the junior nationals are set for 1:30 PM MT on March 12 (tentative) and 10 AM MT on March 13. Live streaming will be offered both weekends by logging on to https://www.youtube.com/user/UtahOlympicPark and clicking on the Live banner. Chardon Goes to the Musicals
Chardon Goes to the Musicals is excited to announce ticket sales for Disney's Frozen. All money is due to CMS Hilltoppers PTO by Tuesday, March 15.
We are proud to promote the arts at Cleveland's own Playhouse Square, the second largest theater district outside of Broadway. Over the years, Chardon Goes to the Musicals has sold hundreds of tickets. A reminder this is not a fundraiser, but simply a way for community members to obtain tickets at discounted prices. Topper Bistro
Image of the Week
Mr. Herner scheduled an amazing opportunity for our students preparing for the WEWS Academic Challenge to compete against the teachers. This "Challenging" Scrimmage was to prep our Academic Challenge team who will be taping the real thing next Wednesday at News Channel 5 in Cleveland.
The game was won by the Riverside Beaver stand-ins of Mr Mosnik, Mrs. Weaver and Mrs. Niedzwiecki. Our Hilltopper team; Jake Schneider, Morgan Fisher, and Josie Aitkin came in a close second and 3rd place goes to Avon Lake's (CHS Alternate) Sebastian Marker, Mrs. Ptasznik and Mrs. Newman. This practice was invaluable to us so thank you to those individuals. Thank you Mr. Bandiera for being our all-time scorekeeper and sometimes judge. The game was played on a state of the art buzzer system that was procured through a CSF fall grant back in 2016. Those grants just keep on giving. Academic Decathlon
Update: Chardon ACADEC hosts their own awards ceremony as medals arrive from the virtual regional competition that took place in January.
Left to right: Joey Grano, Jake Schneider (Captain), Andrew Delaria, Austin MacCartney, Colin Youdath, Danny Greene, Meghan Kekish, Sarah Douglas, Kayla Schneider School/Community Resources
Weather Related Information Mr. Murray’s YouTube Page The Hilltop Echo (School Newspaper) Video Announcements: Link for the Morning Announcements 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 Student Acceptable Use Policy (All Students Must Sign) Chardon High School Google Calendar Chardon Athletics Sports Calendar Remind101 Text Message: https://www.remind.com/join/chs21-22 Twitter- Follow @chs_dmurray @chardonhs @toppernation @chs_AP_Higham @mrs_bondi Spring is in the Air
Think Spring. Think Spring. Think Spring
I was taught to think positively and say a mantra of good thoughts. With the dark days of winter literally in the rearview mirror, and the beauty of the sun and longer days---you have to stop and remind yourself of a couple things: (1) We literally just melted an iceberg of snow over a few short days and (2) Spring is literally two weeks away! Just as February is a month of gratitude, March is a month of wellness. We have to take the time to take care of ourselves and get back into routines that help our mind, body, and spirit. The fresh air and sunlight help each of us get out of the winter lull, and can help spring back a feeling of joy, gladness, and growth. This year has been trying on all of us, and as we roll into March, the time we have this month is going to quickly pass us by if we don't stop and see the things around us blossom: nature, relationships, and our own personal growth. March will come and go without notice. It is so important to seize every moment in front of us as we close out another quarter and transition to the 4th quarter. I really appreciate your continued support of your children along with the support you provide to us. Have a great weekend, Douglas Murray, Principal |
