Work is one of the greatest ways that we can give back to our community, state, country, and the world. What we do can be looked through various lenses. Regardless of our perspective, our work matters. This Monday we take time to pause our 'work' as a simple reminder of the value of our contributions. More importantly, Labor Day is an opportunity to spend quality time with our family.

It has been warm lately, but soon we will see the change of scenery and be reminded how short summer is in Northeast Ohio. Yet, for most people in Chardon, we become acclimated to the upcoming season and shortened days. We remember that this is nature's way of nurturing itself after a long year. After the last year and a half, we could all appreciate a change in scenery.

This is a perfect time for each of us to remember the simple things in life: Faith, Family, and Friends.  For many people in Chardon, these reminders come in all shapes and sizes.  They emulate stories, memories, and a reminder of how short our time can be with people. 

Faith can remind us of our own humanity, or even trusting another person. Having faith gives us a sense of hope and optimism in demonstrating our dignity to all people. The new season can provide us the opportunity to rekindle our belief and hope in humanity by the actions and responses that we demonstrate to others.

Family is the root of our own autonomy. Growing up, we depend so much on our own parents and relatives to nurture and guide us through good and bad times. As we get older, we begin to develop independence from our family and we begin to gain--and sometimes-- lose their trust.  CHS students aren't immune to these changes.  We value that every student has their own story, values, and routines ---but what is essential is that our children take the time to recognize the importance of how family time allows for their independence to guide their choices and behaviors.

Friends are essential to our development regardless of our age.  We value the beauty of authentic communication that allows us to grow in our abilities in and out of school. Technology is a wonderful tool that allows us to communicate. It can become a double-edged sword in our ability to develop meaningful and long lasting relationships. Sending a quick message may suffice for a moment, but what interconnects us as humans is our ability to talk, share, and think in meaningful discussions.

Transitioning to school life: Faith, Family, and Friends can connect us to a bigger story; a community. I am proud to see how our community has grown and transformed our values into something bigger than words on paper.  As we quickly move into this new season, seize the opportunities to spend more time with the simple things in life...because we all are experiencing how life goes in the fast-lane. 

​Be You, Be Kind, Be the reason someone smiles today.

Monday- OFF (Labor Day)
Tuesday- White Day Schedule
Wednesday- Red Day Schedule (Meet the Teacher Night)
Thursday- Black Day Schedule
Friday- White Day Schedule

Chardon High School Hollywood Theme:
Homecoming 2022
Saturday, September 17th at 7:00- 10:30 PM
Grades 9-12

CHARDON HIGH SCHOOL
151 Chardon Avenue, Chardon, OH 44024

Event Policy: EXPECTED STUDENT BEHAVIOR Students will follow all applicable school rules as outlined in the CHS Student Handbook. Students will show respect and be courteous towards all students, faculty, and chaperones. Sexually explicit/provocative dancing is strictly prohibited. No excessive public displays of affection. Any student or guest suspected of being under the influence of any controlled substance, or in possession of tobacco or any controlled substance, is subject to removal from the dance, emergency expulsion, and criminal prosecution. No 8th graders or guests over the age of 20 may attend the dance. CONSEQUENCES Students violating the CHS Dance Code of Conduct will be given one verbal warning. With their second warning, they will be asked to leave the dance. There will be no refunds given for students asked to leave before the end of the dance. Removal from the dance may affect future school disciplinary action, and/or school dance privileges.

Dance Guest Form  (ALL NON CHS GUESTS)
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9-12 students--Your Student ID is your passcode

Tickets are on SALE beginning on Friday, September 2 (7:00 AM)-September 16 (2:40 PM). No tickets are sold after those hours--nor at the door.

Read this document online.

The students in STEM are beginning to build CO2 Dragsters that will also secure an egg while they travel down the dragstrip!  ​

AP Environmental Science participated in a Biome Gallery walk. The goal of this project is for students to describe the global distribution and principal environmental aspects of terrestrial and aquatic biomes. In teams of two, students created posters that included features of the biomes such as climate, location, biodiversity, organismal interactions and human impacts. Students then utilized these posters to document the main features of the earth's biomes. 

Honors Biology class began the Bubble survivorship lab. This lab not only allows the students to review the  steps of the scientific method, but it is also an opportunity for  them to examine the relationship between parental care and organismal survivorship. Students will analyze the data using statistical formulas and graphing and determine whether or not their hypotheses were supported. ​

The 2021-2022 Yearbooks are in.  Please give the Yearbook staff some time to sort through all of them  and prepare them for distribution.

Pre-order a 2022-2023 Yearbook
SUBMISSION DEADLINE for senior pictures are Friday, JANUARY 27, 2023

Requirements for your senior picture:

• Pictures can be taken with the professional photographer of your choice. 
• Your picture must be a head and shoulder shot.  If your picture does not meet this requirement,   we reserve the right to crop your picture accordingly. 
• It is recommended/preferred for the picture to have a simple background.  The picture can be taken indoors or outdoors.
• If submitted in color, your picture will be printed in color.
• There should not be props in the picture. We will not accept pictures with hands touching the face or head.  No hats allowed.

Submitting your senior picture:  

• Email your picture to daniel.chenoweth@chardonschools.org (please do NOT reduce quality of photos when sent - at least 300 dpi)
• Send your picture to the high school on a CD as a “.jpeg” file.
• Last resort option, submit a wallet size hard copy photo to the high school office.  

Note:  Digital submissions are much preferred and strongly recommended in order to preserve quality of the photos.

Is your student interested in science, technology, engineering, or math?

Science Olympiad is a National Competition Program for Middle and High School students. Teams of up to 15 students compete in 23 events throughout a competition day.  

For over two decades, Chardon Middle School and Chardon High School teams have consistently placed well in our Regional and State competitions! They prepare for competition starting early in the school year, and compete in several tournaments on Saturdays during the January through April competition season.  

To learn more:
Attend the September 14 Open House!
Chardon SO Contact:  science.olympiad@chardonschools.org
Chardon SO Website:  https://www.chardonso.org/
National SO Website:  https://www.soinc.org/
State SO Website:  https://ohso.osu.edu

Auburn Adult Workforce is offering FREE Sprint Classes this fall for High School Students 16 years or older. These classes are 40 hours, afterschool and offer a credential from 1 point to 12 points. These classes are first come, first serve. Auburn Adult Workforce may offer additional courses next semester depending on funding. (The value of these courses range between $450-$1000).

Students can Register ONLINE by choosing this link: 

**This link is on the Auburn Career Center Website under Adult Programs....students will choose the FREE Classes Option at the bottom of the program page

 If you or some of CHS families are not receiving messages, please take all of the following steps:

• Complete an Annual Update to ensure we have their most current email address on file.
• Add no-reply@chardonschools.org to their list of safe contacts.
• Check their Spam folder for any missed messages.
• Use IC Parent Portal as another way to access messages from the district / school.
  Occasionally, an email server will continue to reject emails despite adding the address to contacts. Unfortunately, we don't have control over what a recipient's email server may do with our emails.

In addition to hosting our annual After Prom event, our organization funds scholarships and other high school activities benefiting students and teachers.

Our programs are funded through concession sales at CHS football, soccer and basketball games. We rely solely on parent volunteers to help sell concessions and assist with the planning and execution of our After Prom event each May.

Come and be part of the fun! Our next After Prom Meeting is Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 7:00 pm in the CHS Media Center.

We are in immediate need of many concession volunteers for Sept. 2 & 3. Here is the link to sign up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0544aba728a0f49-football1

Your support is GREATLY APPRECIATED! Have questions? Contact us at chardonafterprom@gmail.com.

Marijana Benjamin & Michelle Fisher

website: https://sites.google.com/view/chardonafterprom

​Family Reference Guide

​Community Flyers 

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 

Student Acceptable Use Policy (All Students Must Sign)
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Chardon High School Google Calendar

Chardon Athletics Sports Calendar

Have a beautiful weekend with family and friends!

Douglas Murray, Principal

The beginning of the school year is always filled with activities such as orientations, class meetings, navigating new routes, classes...all to set up the new normal.  Can you believe that we are concluding week two already!? There are so many amazing things that our staff and students were accomplishing this week towards the mission of our school district committing to high achievement for all students.
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If you are unaware of this blog called the Week in Reflection, the purpose of this communication is to share with everyone all the work happening at CHS each week from a principal's perspective. This newsletter is a very therapeutic (and time-consuming) reflection of all the things that I see each week. 

You will see photographs, short reflections, opportunities, and event information. I am not an author. I am just a simple man that loves what I do...I love kids and want to help each child find their purpose. In this Week in Reflection, you will read and see so many wonderful opportunities and experiences that show the engagement of our students and staff within our mission.

The week was filled with teachers and students expanding their knowledge as they began to dig deeper into the standards in each course. It was a warm week, but certainly beautiful. Take a few moments to peruse all of the great things happening at CHS.

Monday and Tuesday will be regular White Days

*On Wednesday, August 31, students in Algebra I, Math 8, ELA I, ELA 8, and the Fundamentals of Algebra class will report to school at 7:35 AM to take their first round of MAP data testing. School will begin at 10:13 AM for students not taking these tests.

Thursday is an adjusted schedule to allow for PLC's. 1st Period begins at 9:04 AM. Students should still arrive before 8:55 AM to reduce congestion on Maple Avenue.

Friday: No School

Chardon High School

For students at Chardon High School (grades 8-12) being dropped off and/or picked up, the procedures have adjusted with the two-tier transportation model for the district.  Parents dropping-off/picking-up at Chardon High School enter the school campus via Maple Avenue, drive in front of the high school, and exit via Memorial Drive onto Chardon Avenue.

Students at Chardon High School (grades 8-12) riding the school bus will enter the school building through the main school entrance beginning at 7:15 AM.  School buses will be staged for students in the afternoon in front of the high school, on Memorial Drive, and in the Alcan; and will exit the campus both via North Street and Memorial Drive.

Important note for students dropping off middle school siblings: Student drivers may drop off using the front of the middle school at 7:10 AM. Students will then head north towards Canfield to enter the student parking lot.

All Parents/Guardians

Please be mindful of the following afternoon directions:

• Students (grades 8-12) at Chardon High School will be dismissed at 2:40 PM.  The main drive will open for regular access at 2:55-3:00 PM. All Parents picking up their children directly after school must park in the student lot before 2:40 PM. All student drivers and students being picked will be dismissed to the student lot. Parents and students will be able to move more efficiently from this location rather than waiting behind the busses. Parents may NOT enter the High School side lot or CELC (Maple) while waiting to enter the main driveway or the apartments across the street from Chardon High School. Furthermore, Middle School parents will not be using the high school driveway. Any car waiting in advance for dismissal will be asked to clear the main drive until the allotted time.

• Student drivers will use the east exit (4 doors) through the staff lot to the student lot.  
• Student drivers will use the north gate and exit towards Canfield after school. The South gate will be closed for students who are walking across the crosswalk.

AP Physics C performed their final Barbie Bungee drops off the back of the student bleachers. The goal of this activity is data extrapolation. Students had to determine from their initial drops of 1.5 M and below how many rubber bands it would take for Barbie to have a thrilling bungie ride but not impact the ground from 5.37 meters. The group with the closest drop to the ground was declared the winner! 

Here are two works by Estefany Vasquez (grade 12, AP Art + Design)
The butterfly image is called "Jimin" and the portrait is called "Yoongi" 

SUBMISSION DEADLINE for senior pictures are Friday, JANUARY 27, 2023

Requirements for your senior picture:

• Pictures can be taken with the professional photographer of your choice. 
• Your picture must be a head and shoulder shot.  If your picture does not meet this requirement,   we reserve the right to crop your picture accordingly. 
• It is recommended/preferred for the picture to have a simple background.  The picture can be taken indoors or outdoors.
• If submitted in color, your picture will be printed in color.
• There should not be props in the picture. We will not accept pictures with hands touching the face or head.  No hats allowed.

Submitting your senior picture:  

• Email your picture to daniel.chenoweth@chardonschools.org (please do NOT reduce quality of photos when sent - at least 300 dpi)
• Send your picture to the high school on a CD as a “.jpeg” file.
• Last resort option, submit a wallet size hard copy photo to the high school office.  

Note:  Digital submissions are much preferred and strongly recommended in order to preserve quality of the photos.
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Is your student interested in science, technology, engineering, or math?

Science Olympiad is a National Competition Program for Middle and High School students. Teams of up to 15 students compete in 23 events throughout a competition day.  

For over two decades, Chardon Middle School and Chardon High School teams have consistently placed well in our Regional and State competitions! They prepare for competition starting early in the school year, and compete in several tournaments on Saturdays during the January through April competition season.  

To learn more:
Attend the September 14 Open House!
Chardon SO Contact:  science.olympiad@chardonschools.org
Chardon SO Website:  https://www.chardonso.org/
National SO Website:  https://www.soinc.org/
State SO Website:  https://ohso.osu.edu
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September 7th Meet the Teachers / Open House Night 6:00-7:30 PM

Visit Canton Freedom Bowl Tickets & Livestream Links  for information on this upcoming - Saturday, August 27 - event

If you or some of CHS families are not receiving messages, please take all of the following steps:

• Complete an Annual Update to ensure we have their most current email address on file.
• Add no-reply@chardonschools.org to their list of safe contacts.
• Check their Spam folder for any missed messages.
• Use IC Parent Portal as another way to access messages from the district / school.
  Occasionally, an email server will continue to reject emails despite adding the address to contacts. Unfortunately, we don't have control over what a recipient's email server may do with our emails.

In addition to hosting our annual After Prom event, our organization funds scholarships and other high school activities benefiting students and teachers.

Our programs are funded through concession sales at CHS football, soccer and basketball games. We rely solely on parent volunteers to help sell concessions and assist with the planning and execution of our After Prom event each May.

Come and be part of the fun! Our next After Prom Meeting is Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 7:00 pm in the CHS Media Center.

We are in immediate need of many concession volunteers for Sept. 2 & 3. Here is the link to sign up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0544aba728a0f49-football1

Your support is GREATLY APPRECIATED! Have questions? Contact us at chardonafterprom@gmail.com.

Marijana Benjamin & Michelle Fisher

website: https://sites.google.com/view/chardonafterprom

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Family Reference Guide

​Community Flyers 

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 

Student Acceptable Use Policy (All Students Must Sign)
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Chardon High School Google Calendar

Chardon Athletics Sports Calendar

Have a beautiful weekend with family and friends,
​Douglas Murray, Principal

Looking back at this week, it is hard to recall when it started and when it ended. The day turned into night in a blink of an eye each day. On Monday, we welcomed back our staff. Seeing their faces and feeling the energy was truly a moment to stop and reflect. Our staff were so glad to see each other and rekindle the time they were away from each other in person. 

I cannot tell you how much I love opening day. The students were exactly like our staff. Hugging each other, excited, and even a little anxious with the feeling that we all get when we start a new year. Inside of months of planning, the operation pushed play. I was moved by the leadership of our upperclassmen guiding students who felt lost. It was at that moment, that I felt the rush of why we do what we do.

We love our kids, our community, and our purpose is open the door to learning, thinking, and serving. Without a doubt, the beginning of the year always can provide each of us ways to refine--but, our staff was absolutely jumping in. The bell rang and the halls where clear. 

I am so proud of our staff, and our students. They are leaders and understand our purpose. 

Purpose: It is a word that I say from time to time. It allows reflection, action, and a depth of questioning. We all have a purpose, and we are helping kids along their journey to find their purpose. Likewise, collectively as a school, we have a shared purpose in or mission, vision, and core values.

The short week that we had was good practice to the routines that we will model next week as we enter a full week. In this edition of the  shortened Week in Reflection, some of the topics are good to review inside of the Family Reference Guide to prepare for as we enter next week. The video enclosed will give a brief highlight of the week and the upcoming full week. 

August 22nd            White Day Schedule  - 10th Grade Meeting during Topper Time

August 23rd             White Day Schedule  - 11th Grade Meeting during Topper Time

August 24th             Red Day Schedule - Late Start with Periods 2, 4, 6
                                       Picture Day (Make-up date: TBD)
                                       
August 25th             Black Day Schedule - Periods 1, 3, 5, 7

August 26th             Regular White Day Schedule

Is your student interested in science, technology, engineering, or math?

Science Olympiad is a National Competition Program for Middle and High School students. Teams of up to 15 students compete in 23 events throughout a competition day.  

For over two decades, Chardon Middle School and Chardon High School teams have consistently placed well in our Regional and State competitions! They prepare for competition starting early in the school year, and compete in several tournaments on Saturdays during the January through April competition season.  

To learn more:
Attend the September 14 Open House!
Chardon SO Contact:  science.olympiad@chardonschools.org
Chardon SO Website:  https://www.chardonso.org/
National SO Website:  https://www.soinc.org/
State SO Website:  https://ohso.osu.edu

Family Reference Guide

​Community Flyers 

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 

Student Acceptable Use Policy (All Students Must Sign)
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Chardon High School Google Calendar

Chardon Athletics Sports Calendar

Have a beautiful weekend with your family and friends!

​Douglas Murray, Principal

We live in a beautiful community with extraordinary people. A community is built by the foundation of humble hands and the passion of hardworking men and women. Chardon is such a wonderful place to raise a family. Our school becomes an extension of your family with all of the learning and activities that our children get involved in. The foundation that we share is our shared community values.
 
I am beginning my 10th year as an administrator in Chardon. I have to tell you that the most enriching experience that I connect with each day is the students that walk into my office to check-in. When you walk into my office you will notice a book that students sign as guests for the day.  My little autograph book is a beacon of conversation for students and guests (of course, so is the Bob Ross coloring book). Nearly 25 years ago you would have never caught me going to the principal’s office to say hello or chat about what was going on in my day. 
 
Over the course of the last decade, the stigma of the office has turned into an opportunity for each of the administrators to build relationships with our students. When we say that we love our kids--we truly mean it. They energize us to be more and to give more. They allow us to live our core values more when we are visible to our students and staff. 
 
The culture of our school lives within our connection with our students and staff, and we celebrate the many ways that we grow as a community. It is important to note that we are truly living in historical times in Chardon. After going back-to-back in winning football championships, our baseball team battled to be champs to end the school year. Three championships! Most people spend an entire career chasing one, and Chardon just accomplished three in less than eighteen months! This championship culture energizes all of us in all that we do as students, athletes, educators, and community members. 
 
As we draw connections to our history-making year, we are celebrating the 150th commencement this year with our seniors. These seniors came to us as eighth graders! They will be a record-breaking class with earning the most class credits, the most graduation seals, the most service hours achieved, the most college credits earned, and the most accolades ever in athletics. It is going to be an extraordinary year!
 
Everything is so ripe for our community to refine our core values and live our mission of high achievement for all students with a renewed emphasis on learning. This season is prime for traditions to bloom all over this campus with student activities,  personal relationships, personalized learning, and a commitment to renewing our mission, vision, and values.
 
We are excited to welcome the following Hilltoppers to our school family in the following positions:
 
Ms. Mary Pat Pavicic, Assistant Principal
Mr. Jason Hall, Engineer Teacher
Ms. Sarah Durk, English Teacher
Mr. David Massucci, English Teacher
Ms. Kayla O’Brien, Health Teacher (.2 CHS/ .8 CMS)
Mr. John Cameron Niehus, Cafeteria/Study Hall Monitor
Mr. Shane Quin, Tutor
 
We are very excited to share the talents of these amazing people with each of you! This summer has been a wonderful opportunity to refresh and prepare for a brand new school year. Celebrate the time you have with your family and friends!
 
This comprehensive document is a great reference for you to feel prepared for the school year. See you soon!
 
General Information

Welcome Message from Mr. Murray     (Explanation of Document)
Meet the Assistant Principals                   (Principal's Podcast)
Bell Schedule                                                      (White, Red, Black)
Transportation Procedures                         (Morning/Afternoon Procedures)

•  Transportation Department website
• Food Service Update

August 1st            All Fall Practice Begin    
                June 1 Communication Regarding Sports Fees
​                22-23 Athletic Season Pass Information

                Please go to Final Forms and update all medical information

                Details for login  (New Accounts)
                 
            
August 8th            Infinite Campus: Student Schedules Released  

• Study Halls will appear as “empty” until 8/15   

                                      
August 8th-11th        Student Parking Passes
Guidelines and Application 

Senior Mentor parking permits will be available online for sale on August 8, 2022.
Senior parking permits will be available online for sale on August 9, 2022.
Junior parking permits will be available online for sale on August 10, 2022.
Sophomore parking permits will be available online for sale on August 11, 2022.

Late Arrival/Early Dismissal / Open Campus Applications             
Please read the criteria here. 
                
August 11th            9:00 AM -New Student Registration With Counselors
August 12th            12:30-2:00pm Welcome Back Party for 8th graders/New Students
                                        2:30-3:30pm: 8th Grade/ New Student Orientation/

• CHS Gym Presentation for students
• NHS/Executive Student Council tour guides

August 15th and16th    Schedule changes with school counselors 
                                        10:00 am-2:00 pm

• Students may email counselors if they cannot attend in person.

August 15th and 16th     Welcome Back Teachers

Chardon High School (grades 8-12) traditionally does not issue school supply lists prior to the start of the school year. Some 8-12 classes will not have a specific list of required items. For those classes that do, students will receive teacher-specific supply lists during class time during the first week of school. All CHS students are asked to come prepared for the first day of school with basic items e.g. writing utensils, notebook, etc. 

August 17th            First Day of School!
                                      White Day Schedule - 9th Grade Meeting during Topper Time

August 18th            White Day Schedule  - 8th Grade Meeting during Circuit
                                       1st Day of the Freshman Mentoring Program

August 19th            White Day Schedule  - 12th Grade Meeting during Topper Time
                                        Freshman Mentoring Program with Advisors 

August 22nd             White Day Schedule  - 10th Grade Meeting during Topper Time

August 23rd             White Day Schedule  - 11th Grade Meeting during Topper Time

August 24th            Red Day Schedule - Late Start with Periods 2, 4, 6
                                       Picture Day (Make-up date: TBD)
                                       9th and 11th Hearing / Vision Screening (Possibility)

August 25th            Black Day Schedule - Periods 1, 3, 5, 7

August 26th            Regular White Day Schedule
                
September 2nd        PD Day    (No School)

September 7th        Meet the Teachers / Open House Night 6:00-7:30 PM

Parent-Teacher Conferences 2022-2023 

1st Semester

Quarter 1:     September 28, 2022     (4:30-8:30) Long
Quarter 2:     October 10, 2022     (4:30-8:30) Long
Quarter 2:     November 28, 2022     (4:30-8:00) Short

2nd Semester
        
Quarter 3:     February 6, 2023    (4:30-8:00) Short
PT Conference Night with Curriculum Night 7:00 PM

We are very excited to see your smiling faces very soon. We all have been working with a renewed sense of purpose preparing for this school year and look forward to commencing the new school year! Stay apprised of all updates by checking the Week in Reflection.

2022-2023  CHARDON HIGH SCHOOL CALENDAR  (Click to view online)
Bell Schedules  (Click to view online)

Resources

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
Graduation Seals Manual
Teacher Resources for CHS Students
Student Acceptable Use Policy  (All Students must fill out this form)

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