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9/25/2018

The @chs_dmurray Week in Reflection: 9/28 (w/HOCO videos)

Homecoming Week

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It is hard to believe that we are in Homecoming Week. The amount of time, effort, and creativity that celebrates such an important time in the life of a high school student is coming together this week. We are so grateful to the Student Council Moderators, Mrs. Carrie Korenke and Mr. Chenoweth along with their remarkable student leaders for collaborating on the themes for each day! For months, the students have been planning and creating the backdrop effects for this evening.  Walking the halls this week, it was great to see the students engaged in class, collaborative experiences, facilitation, working through various labs, and engaged in school spirit!

The culmination of Homecoming week is reaching the apex. Who will win from the Homecoming Court? Students will find out who is Homecoming Queen at 6:40 PM the night of the game. The king will be crowned at the Homecoming Dance. 

Our Homecoming Dance provides the opportunity for students to come together as a community to celebrate our school. This dance, which is moderately formal, creates an inclusive evening for all of our students to socialize, dance, and celebrate our new king and queen of CHS.

Years of collaborative leadership between the students and staff have created norms for the evening. The core value that will be our focal point surrounds Community and Respect.

We have a treasured community at Chardon. We pride ourselves on our inclusive values and respecting self and others. Staff, Administration, and local officers will be present to provide a safe, and secure school environment. The dance is from 7-11 pm.  Students will receive wristbands to indicate their recorded attendance and to work as a reminder to the students of our dance contract that they signed prior to purchasing the tickets.  Likewise, our adult chaperones will be proactively visible throughout the evening for the students.

Homecoming tickets went on sale ONLINE on Monday.  This determination was made by the Student Council as a way to secure the nearly $15,000 that was collected during lunches. The price of a homecoming ticket is $23.50. Mrs. Korenke and Mr. Chenoweth are very appreciative of your patience an understanding in moving into this model. They will continue to refine how this procedure can become less cumbersome for future transactions. This was a decision made collaboratively by the students and moderators.  As stated earlier, students will need to sign to the terms of the dance contract at the time of purchase and anyone bringing a guest that does not attend Chardon High School will need to pick up a guest form and dance contract in student services.  The dance is Saturday, September 29, from 7:00 p.m to 11:00 p.m. The homecoming king will be crowned at 10:00 p.m.

The homecoming assembly will take place in the CHS gymnasium on Friday, September 28, at 8:44 AM in the morning.    Parents and families of court members may attend the assembly. 

The homecoming parade is Friday, September 28th.  Grades 9-12 will be creating a float and the 8th-grade student council will march in the parade.  The parade starts at 6:00 p.m. and will head west on Chardon Ave., South on North St., East on Allynd Blvd. and north on Maple.  The homecoming queen will be crowned at 6:40 during the football pre-game.  Please join us for this exciting evening!

If you have any additional questions about Homecoming tickets, please email carrie.korenke@chardonschools.org ​

Homecoming Court

Laine Hursh and Ryan Brown
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Grace Giorgi and Andrew Kobuszewski
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Taylor Kimpton and John Ricci
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Caila Maronde and Klayton Luther
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Mandy Little and Luke DiPofi
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National Merit Scholarship Program: Commended Students

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. 

Commended Students

In late September, more than two-thirds (about 34,000) of the approximately 50,000 high scorers on the PSAT/NMSQT® receive Letters of Commendation in recognition of their outstanding academic promise. Commended Students are named on the basis of a nationally applied Selection Index score that may vary from year to year and is typically below the level required for participants to be named Semifinalists in their respective states. Although Commended Students do not continue in the competition for National Merit® Scholarships, some of these students do become candidates for Special Scholarships sponsored by corporations and businesses. Congratulations to Heather Humbert, and Nicholas Gehrke for being recognized as commended students!
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Heather Humbert
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Nicholas Gehrke
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Semifinalists

​In early September, about 16,000 students, or approximately one-third of the 50,000 high scorers, are notified that they have qualified as Semifinalists. To ensure that academically talented young people from all parts of the United States are included in this talent pool, Semifinalists are designated on a state-representational basis. They are the highest scoring entrants in each state. NMSC provides scholarship application materials to Semifinalists through their high schools. To be considered for a National Merit® Scholarship, Semifinalists must advance to Finalist standing in the competition by meeting high academic standards and all other requirements explained in the information provided to each Semifinalist.  Congratulations to Isabelle LeMaster for being recognized as a Semi-Finalist!

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​Important Message: PSAT/PreACT--October 10, 2018

​​To Parents/Guardians of Sophomore and Junior students:
 
Chardon High School will be offering a unique College and Career Readiness morning this fall. On Wednesday, October 10th, all Junior and Sophomore students will be taking a practice version of a college entrance exam with the intent of giving your son or daughter the opportunity to experience these timed test, with the pacing and the question formatting, in order to provide you with information on areas to improve prior to taking the actual test. Testing will begin promptly at 7:20 AM (which results in no late-start on this morning for these students). Students need to plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to locate their testing location and to be prepared to take the test.
 
Juniors will be taking the PSAT/NMSQT. This is a practice test for the SAT, an entrance exam that many colleges utilize to assess a potential student’s academic strengths and readiness for college. This test also has a scholarship component through the National Merit Scholarship Program. Juniors who score in the highest percentiles may be given the opportunity to advance in this scholarship program. Historically a test that we required students to register for, we chose to administer the test this year to all Juniors in an effort to enhance their opportunity to perform well in the spring on another nationally standardized test (the ACT, which will be given to all Juniors on February 26, 2019). This will also give all test-takers the opportunity to participate in the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Students were assessed the typical registration fee at the beginning of the school year for this test ($16.00- the base price), in lieu of requiring a registration process. The results from the test can be used to determine if students are currently on track for college-level coursework and offers an interest inventory that gives students some additional tools to use when determining a future career.
 
Sophomores will be taking the PreACT. Another practice test, the PreACT simulates the ACT testing experience within a shorter test window on all four ACT test subjects: English, math, reading and science. This test, geared toward 10th grade students, can be used to predict future success on the ACT and offers an interest inventory that also provides students with a personalized view of interests and college and career alignment. Students were assessed $12.00- the fee that is charged by ACT to score their results, at the beginning of this school year.
 
Guidance will be visiting with Juniors in Government in the next couple weeks to complete pre-registration materials and will be given a packet that includes a practice test with information for test day. Sophomores will be notified of what to expect and bring on test day, as well. Both tests also give students the opportunity to opt in to college and scholarship search programs by providing their address and email address, so students should come prepared with an email address where they would like to receive notifications (if they would like to opt in to this service), as well as #2 pencils and a calculator for test day. Any questions or concerns about the test can be directed to Lacey Jacobs, School Counselor (lacey.jacobs@chardonschools.org).
 
Sincerely,
 
Lacey Jacobs, M.S.Ed.
School Counselor
PSAT/SAT Coordinator
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​Conferences

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Save the Dates: 
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Wednesday, October 3 (4:30-8:30 pm)

Thursday, November 1 (4:30-8:00 pm)

As you prepare your schedule, please click on the link below to sign up a timeslot for parent teacher conferences for Session 1 or 2​
https://www.ptcfast.com/schools/Chardon_High_School

​ASVAB

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​Whether you are planning on college, a technical school, the military, or you are just not sure yet, the ASVAB Career Exploration Program can put you on the right path towards a satisfying career.

The ASVAB Career Exploration Program can help you take steps now toward finding a career that’s right for you. You can benefit from the ASVAB CEP regardless of your plans for after high school.

CHS will be offering the ASVAB on Wednesday, October 24th at 7:30 am. Sign up in Guidance to take advantage of this exclusive career exploration today!
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Promotional Video
https://www.asvabprogram.com/videos/asvab_cep_overview.m4v

www.asvabprogram.com

Geauga Lyric Theater Guild: Sponsored CHS Drama Club for Grade 8 & 9
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​Meeting at CHS  Thursdays after school – 4:30
Starting September 27th
Show at Geauga Theater Dec. 6 at 7 pm 
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and Saturday, Dec. 8 at 3 pm
 
Registration forms available CHS office
Forms and fee ($100) due Sept. 21 CHS Office
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                                                                                                        GLTG Education at kadoug@windstream.net

Topper Bistro

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Fall: Obladi, Oblada...

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The Beatles classic song, Obladi-Oblada...is quite catchy and either loved or hated by those who listen. Some say it has meaning, while others struggle to find it...yet for all, life goes on. This week we entered the Autumnal season. Just as the meteorological season has quite a story...so do we.

Life is full of opportunities.  These moments come and go and do we even seize the moments? Does life go on? Autumn is an opportunity to pause and reflect on all of our blessings that surround us. It an opportunity to give thanks, and it an opportunity to prepare for the "Long and Winding Road."

How has the first month been for you? Are you still on track for your goals? Have you built the capacity for success? Questions like this are meant to make you pause. Whether you are a parent, student, or teacher reading this---you might have to reflect on your purpose and your place in the story. 

In school, we have bells to create start and end times--but the fluidity of life constantly flows for parents, teachers, and students.  I have lived inside of bells my whole life- but, what matters most to my story is how I spend my time between the bells; more importantly, how I spend my time with the priorities that I have established.

Students, many of you are on point. You have adapted and created new habits along the way. Take this Autumn to refine, re-fuel and re-set timelines and priorities toward those areas in your life that are not only strengths but also your weaknesses. Make the time to refine one area of your life that you want to be more successful in...the quarter ends in one month. Look in the mirror and see your beauty and share your gifts in and out of the classroom. Live your Purpose!

Parents, you sacrifice so much for your children. As they grow older, many of them develop both a natural and unnatural independence. Take this Autumn to remind your children of their self-worth, and your unconditional love for them. They need you more than ever in this everchanging world.

Teachers, you are the extensions of the family. You spend so much time with students helping them along their journey. Take this Autumn to build your self-efficacy. Many times more than not, you are the catalyst that can change a child's world. Keep up your great work and take time for yourself! WE APPRECIATE YOU!

...more importantly, this year is an opportunity to have fun---so,  if you want some fun --sing ob la di bla da ​

Changing Perspectives

​You know (or have learned) that I often write in metaphors and analogies. I came across a great TedTalk this week through Jay McTighe's twitter. I first met Jay as a young educator when I started writing curriculum using Understanding by Design as the framework.

This video features Roger Antonsen. He explains how a slight change in perspective can reveal patterns, numbers, and formulas as the gateways to empathy and understanding.

The video expands into every facet of education...not just math.   Enjoy 

A Message From Chardon Transportation

NOW HIRING CERTIFIED BUS DRIVERS FOR THE CHARDON LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT.    SUBSTITUTE DRIVERS NEEDED.  PLEASE CONTACT:  MARK DESMOND AT 440-285-4069 OR EMAIL MARK:  Mark.Desmond@chardonschools.org
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October 2nd: Activities Fair

All students may go into the gym during 5th period for the Activities Fair.  Some can come during their lunch or during their study hall.  Here is a list of the kinds of activities that the 8th graders can participate in.

Yearbook
Project Linus
French Club
Spanish Club
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Creative Writing club
Student Council
Art Club
AC4P
8th Grade Drama
Have a beautiful weekend with family and friends!

​Douglas Murray, Principal

9/17/2018

The @chs_dmurray Week in Reflection: 9/21

State Report Card and Quality Profile

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The Ohio Department of Education released the 2018 State Report Cards for all Ohio Districts and Schools on Thursday, September 13, 2018.  This is the first time that an overall grade is being assigned to districts with Chardon Local Schools earning a grade of B.  In addition, we have issued our district Quality Profile - a companion document that provides additional information concerning district programs, activities, and accomplishments of the students and staff that offer additional insight into the exceptional educational opportunities for students in our district. ​
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Last week's release of the local report cards from the Ohio Department of Education provided affirmation of our work towards our mission: High achievement for all students, where learning is our most important work.

While the local report card is but one measure of the effectiveness of our district, it does provide comprehensive data to note the overall alignment of our academic programming.  

There were several specific areas of the report card to applaud:
  • Achievement on 20 of 24 indicators
  • Increase on our District Performance Index to 102.423
  • For the second year in a row, Chardon is ranked in the top 10% of districts state-wide
  • Increase in the percentage of students demonstrating proficiency in most areas

These achievements, and others inherent in the increase in our Performance Index, were a direct result of each of your concentrated efforts to align curriculum, instruction, and assessment.  Our purposeful engagement of high yield instructional strategies realized marked gains.

As we look to the future, we will continue to act to realize our mission as detailed with our strategic plan (Vision 2020).  We must continue to relentlessly focus on the standards, collaborating to ensure that both our instructional and assessment practices are aligned with the standards.  And we must continue to refine and implement purposeful interventions.

As a district leadership team, our principals and department chairs have been and will continue with the work of affirming power standards, and ensuring instructional and assessment alignment with those power standards.  Our work within the construct of grade and subject-level PLCs will ensure the fidelity and efficacy of our work. Within those purposeful meetings, we focus on:
  • What we want students to know
  • How we know when they know that
  • What we do when they don’t demonstrate that
  • What we do when they do demonstrate that

Through our focused and purposeful work, we will continue to realize high achievement for all students.  Let’s celebrate our successes, and continue our work towards our mission.

#WeAreChardon

Quality Profile

National Merit Semifinalist

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Congratulations to Isabelle LeMaster for qualifying as Semifinalists in the 2018 National Merit® Scholarship Program. As one of approximately 16,000 high school seniors who are Semifinalists, she has an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,500 National Merit Scholarships to be offered next spring.  We are so proud of all of Isabelle's accomplishments and look forward to all of the accolades that she will be offered this year at Chardon High School! Isabelle is not only an outstanding student-she is a dominant volleyball player. Isabelle embodies our core values at Chardon High School!

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  • CHS Homecoming Dance Tickets: $23.50 per person
  • Ticket Sales: Sept. 24-28 online
  • Pep Rally is Friday,  Sept. 28 at 8:44 a.m.--Voting for King & Queen will follow
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FRIDAY--Sept. 28

5:30 p.m.                             Float Line-up
5:45 p.m.                             Float Judging
6:00 p.m.                             Parade Start
6:40 p.m.                             Introduction of Court / Crowning of
                                                  Queen / Band Show
7:00 p.m.                             Kick-off: CHS Hilltoppers vs. Madison

SATURDAY--Sept. 29th


7:00-11:00 p.m.               HOMECOMING DANCE @ CHS
10:00 p.m.                           Crowning of King
Our Homecoming Dance provides the opportunity for students to come together as a community to celebrate our school. This dance, which is moderately formal, creates an inclusive evening for all of our students to socialize, dance, and celebrate our new king and queen of CHS.

Years of collaborative leadership between the students and staff have created norms for the evening. The core value that will be our focal point surrounds Community and Respect.

We have a treasured community at Chardon. We pride ourselves on our inclusive values and respecting self and others. Staff, Administration, and local officers will be present to provide a safe, and secure school environment. The dance is from 7-11 pm.  Students will receive wristbands to indicate their recorded attendance and to work as a reminder for the students of our dance contract that they signed either at the beginning of the year (digitally) or prior to purchasing the tickets.  Likewise, our adult chaperones will be proactively visible throughout the evening for the students.

Homecoming tickets go on sale ONLINE starting next Monday, September 24th. The price of a homecoming ticket is $23.50.  As stated earlier, students will need to sign to the terms of the dance contract at the time of purchase and anyone bringing a guest that does not attend Chardon High School will need to pick up a guest form and dance contract in student services.  The dance is Saturday, September 29, from 7:00 p.m to 11:00 p.m. The homecoming king will be crowned at 10:00 p.m.


The homecoming assembly will take place in the C.H.S. gymnasium on Friday, September 28, at 8:44 AM in the morning.    Parents and families of court members may attend the assembly. 

The homecoming parade is Friday, September 28th.  Grades 9-12 will be creating a float and the 8th-grade student council will march in the parade.  The parade starts at 6:00 p.m. and will head west on Chardon Ave., South on North St., East on Allynd Blvd. and north on Maple.  The homecoming queen will be crowned at 6:40 during the football pre-game.  Please join us for this exciting evening!
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Free Harmony

Free Harmony visited Camp Asbury in Hiram, OH for their annual FH Camp experience.  The CHS show choir comprised of 26 performers, spent the day building momentum for a successful year ahead.  The day presented intense rainy weather, so indoor alternatives were adopted.  Students participated in a variety of team challenges and initiatives.  Students got to know each other better as well as ways that they can collectively work as a team.  In the evening they were joined by some folk instrumentalists and contra dance instructor.  The students always have a great time mingling will participating in some folk dances.  We have a dynamic group of people this year, and we look forward to a great season of music making.  Free Harmony auditions are held in May each year, in preparation for the following school year.

Appalachian Service Project

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On Tuesday,  seven of Chardon High School's top Leadership students had an opportunity to hone their skills at Geauga’s Woodland Park ropes course. Cam Holt, Grace Powell, Will Piotrkowski, Blue Veon, Catherine Condon, Annie Sweet, and Ryan Brown were selected from over 100 of their peers to participate in this life-changing event. 

​Last year, Project SALES, a service learning group that began as a grassroots effort among local educators, was looking to continue to build upon its success in helping develop young leaders whose focus is on service.

The mission of Project SALES is to provide an educational experience for high school students in Lake and Geauga Counties that allows them to explore local issues that impact them and their community, as well as how these issues fit into the larger context of the state of Ohio and beyond. 
 
Last year 40+ students attended four days of leadership training that included: team-building, networking, service leadership, and strategic planning with a focus on solving a local issue or concern.  In addition, students were required to either individually or collaboratively create an action plan to tackle this project and present the results to different boards of area organizations that supported their endeavors. Lastly, the students attended a week-long service project in Jonesville, Virginia, where they assisted the local population in necessary home improvements.  ​

Biology

Mr. Mizen’s Honors Biology Class uses bubbles to represent the three types of survivorship curves. The bubbles represent the lifespan of an organism. Ecology is a key Ohio standard for the Air test. 

Freshman Mentoring

Pie Your Mentor Day
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Senior Mentors: Megan Pastva, Brian Horton, Grace Turk, Megan Danison, Isabelle LeMaster having some with their freshman last week during fun Friday. Thank you, Mrs. Newman, for capturing the fun for this week's edition of our newsletter.
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AHLI: 8th Grade

​AHLI field trip to learn about green energy.  We visited two energy efficient homes and made homemade apple cider!
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​Important Message: PSAT/PreACT--October 10, 2018

​To Parents/Guardians of Sophomore and Junior students:
 
Chardon High School will be offering a unique College and Career Readiness morning this fall. On Wednesday, October 10th, all Junior and Sophomore students will be taking a practice version of a college entrance exam with the intent of giving your son or daughter the opportunity to experience these timed test, with the pacing and the question formatting, in order to provide you with information on areas to improve prior to taking the actual test. Testing will begin promptly at 7:20 AM (which results in no late-start on this morning for these students). Students need to plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to locate their testing location and to be prepared to take the test.
 
Juniors will be taking the PSAT/NMSQT. This is a practice test for the SAT, an entrance exam that many colleges utilize to assess a potential student’s academic strengths and readiness for college. This test also has a scholarship component through the National Merit Scholarship Program. Juniors who score in the highest percentiles may be given the opportunity to advance in this scholarship program. Historically a test that we required students to register for, we chose to administer the test this year to all Juniors in an effort to enhance their opportunity to perform well in the spring on another nationally standardized test (the ACT, which will be given to all Juniors on February 26, 2019). This will also give all test-takers the opportunity to participate in the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Students were assessed the typical registration fee at the beginning of the school year for this test ($16.00- the base price), in lieu of requiring a registration process. The results from the test can be used to determine if students are currently on track for college-level coursework and offers an interest inventory that gives students some additional tools to use when determining a future career.
 
Sophomores will be taking the PreACT. Another practice test, the PreACT simulates the ACT testing experience within a shorter test window on all four ACT test subjects: English, math, reading and science. This test, geared toward 10th grade students, can be used to predict future success on the ACT and offers an interest inventory that also provides students with a personalized view of interests and college and career alignment. Students were assessed $12.00- the fee that is charged by ACT to score their results, at the beginning of this school year.
 
Guidance will be visiting with Juniors in Government in the next couple weeks to complete pre-registration materials and will be given a packet that includes a practice test with information for test day. Sophomores will be notified of what to expect and bring on test day, as well. Both tests also give students the opportunity to opt in to college and scholarship search programs by providing their address and email address, so students should come prepared with an email address where they would like to receive notifications (if they would like to opt in to this service), as well as #2 pencils and a calculator for test day. Any questions or concerns about the test can be directed to Lacey Jacobs, School Counselor (lacey.jacobs@chardonschools.org).
 
Sincerely,
 
Lacey Jacobs, M.S.Ed.
School Counselor
PSAT/SAT Coordinator

Testing Schedule dates that this will be implemented:
Wednesday, October 10 (Red)  (PSAT/Pre-ACT) the next day connects- Thursday, October 11 (Black)
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Conferences

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Save the Dates:
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Wednesday, October 3 (4:30-8:30 pm)

Thursday, November 1 (4:30-8:00 pm)


As you prepare your schedule, please click on the link below to sign up a timeslot for parent teacher conferences for Session 1 or 2​
https://www.ptcfast.com/schools/Chardon_High_School

Important Information from NAMI

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​Suicidal thoughts, much like mental health conditions, can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background. In fact, suicide is often the result of an untreated mental health condition. Suicidal thoughts, although common, should not be considered normal and often indicate more serious issues.
Each year, more than 41,000 individuals die by suicide, leaving behind their friends and family members to navigate the tragedy of loss. In many cases, friends and families affected by a suicide loss (often called “suicide loss survivors”) are left in the dark. Too often the feelings of shame and stigma prevent them from talking openly.

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month—a time to share resources and stories in an effort to shed light on this highly taboo and stigmatized topic. We use this month to reach out to those affected by suicide, raise awareness and connect individuals with suicidal ideation to treatment services. It is also important to ensure that individuals, friends and families have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide prevention. NAMI is here to help.
Informational Resources
  • Know the Warning Signs and Risk of Suicide
  • Preventing Suicide as a Family Member or Caregiver
  • Being Prepared for a Crisis
  • Need more information, referrals or support? Contact the NAMI HelpLine.

Crisis Resources
  • If you or someone you know is in an emergency, call 911 immediately.
  • If you are in crisis or are experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255)
  • If you’re uncomfortable talking on the phone, you can also text NAMI to 741-741 to be connected to a free, trained crisis counselor on the Crisis Text Line.

Awareness Resources

​Help promote awareness by sharing images and graphics on your website and social media accounts. Use #SuicidePrevention or #StigmaFree.
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While suicide prevention is important to address year-round, Suicide Prevention Awareness Month provides a dedicated time to come together with collective passion and strength around a difficult topic. The truth is, we can all benefit from honest conversations about mental health conditions and suicide, because just one conversation can change a life.

ASVAB

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​Whether you are planning on college, a technical school, the military, or you are just not sure yet, the ASVAB Career Exploration Program can put you on the right path towards a satisfying career.

The ASVAB Career Exploration Program can help you take steps now toward finding a career that’s right for you. You can benefit from the ASVAB CEP regardless of your plans for after high school.

CHS will be offering the ASVAB on Wednesday, October 24th at 7:30 am. Sign up in Guidance to take advantage of this exclusive career exploration today!
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Promotional Video
https://www.asvabprogram.com/videos/asvab_cep_overview.m4v

www.asvabprogram.com

Financial Aid Night

Senior Parents:

This is an exciting year for you and your son/daughter but along with that comes many questions and decisions.  We are here to help guide you through this process.  The guidance office is hosting two upcoming events to assist with this process and answer questions about the process.  

  • Financial Aid Night will be held September 25th at 6:30 pm in the presentation area of the media center.  Stephanie Kubec will be explaining the FAFSA process and will break down the various types of financial aid available
  • The school counselors will be offering a college presentation on October 3rd at 6:30 pm (this is a parent/teacher conference night) also in the presentation area of the media center.  We will explain the process for requesting transcripts and review the timeline of activities for senior year.  We will also demonstrate Naviance and the transcript release process.  We will also review the resources available to aid in the search process especially if your son/daughter is undecided.  

Geauga Lyric Theater Guild: Sponsored CHS Drama Club for Grade 8 & 9

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Meeting at CHS  Thursdays after school – 4:30
Starting September 27th
Show at Geauga Theater Dec. 6 at 7 pm 
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and Saturday, Dec. 8 at 3 pm
 
Registration forms available CHS office
Forms and fee ($100) due Sept. 21 CHS Office
                                                                                                 Questions directed to Julie Douglass
                                                                                                        GLTG Education at kadoug@windstream.net

Global Leadership Summit

Attention ALL CHS students (8-12th grades) and Families!  There are still a few spots available for the JULY 2019 LONDON & STUDENT LEADERSHIP SUMMIT in SWITZERLAND, one of the most unique and exciting travels and experiential learning adventures yet offered by CHS.  This is a 10-day journey to explore the history, theater, and culture of London and collaboration with over 1500 students from around the world in Davos, Switzerland.  This life-changing experience will be worth high school and possibly college credit.  Our Superintendent, Dr. Michael Hanlon, went to Berlin, Germany this past summer to the 2018 Leadership Summit, and was overwhelmed by the amazing experience this could give our CHS students.  PLEASE SEE KRISTEN NIEDZWIECKI at CHS with questions.
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2019 London & Leadership Summit Presentation INFO.

Topper Bistro

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Monday
Popcorn Chicken Bowl
Mashed Potatoes
Homemade Gravy
Seasoned Corn
MTO Salads and Sandwiches 

Bosco Sticks
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Assorted Pizzas 
 
Tuesday 
Nacho Bar
Build your own!!!
Pizza Hut Pizza!!
MTO Salads and Sandwiches   

Chicken Club Sandwich
Panini Sandwiches
 
Wednesday 
Sweet and Sour Chicken 
Over Steamed Rice
Asian Vegetable 
MTO Salads and Sandwiches  
Sausage Pizza 
Bosco Sticks
 
Thursday
Pasta Bar
Penne Pasta 
with your choice of Sauce
Warm Garlic Bread 
Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich
MTO Salads and Sandwiches 
Pineapple Bacon Pizza 
Panini sandwiches   
 
Friday
Mini Corndogs
Peas and carrots 
Tater Tots 
Pasta Salad 
Bosco Sticks
MTO Salads and Sandwiches   
Chicken Sandwich
Assorted Pizzas 

Important Reminder: School Nurse

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If a student feels ill at school, they must follow procedures and go to the nurse. Students cannot text their parents to call them out of school for personal illness, without seeing the nurse first.   

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What is the truth about those vending machines at CHS?

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I had a very informative and productive meeting with our Pepsi representative with my building secretary and our Chardon Food Service. The purpose of the meeting was two-fold. Understand and become more educated with all of the information that our Chardon Food Service has shared with us regarding USDA Regulations (especially at CHS with our vending options) and maximize on our opportunities with the machines that we contract with.

We collaborated on a plan to upgrade two of our machines with the "Hello Goodness" branding with more USDA approved options. 

What was most eye-opening was the caffeine misnomers with the products that we provide. At the high school, we have an increased revenue with Mountain Dew Kickstart. At first glance, parents and some teachers were concerned with the potential caffeine intake with our students. Kickstart has 68 mg of caffeine versus Starbuck's Blonde Roast 's 475 mg, or Dunkin' Donuts Cappuccino's 233 mg---all products that make their way into the building each morning (prior to the school day).

Enclosed is a great reference guide to look over, along with a great link provided to us by Chardon Food Service.

​https://cspinet.org/eating-healthy/ingredients-of-concern/caffeine-chart#.W5vq6KkHyNM.email

We have a great relationship with Chardon Food Service. Our ladies provide nutritious and numerous options for our students that taste great while following all regulations necessary.  It is important for our students and our parents to be mindful that open campus students cannot bring outside food (Subway, Arby's, etc) upon returning back to school. However, students may bring food from home, or packaged from leftover meals - i, e: leftover Congins, Subs, etc.

Chardon Goes to the Musicals

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Last year Munson PTO launched Munson Goes to the Musicals; discounted group tickets for Playhouse Square.  We had tickets to four shows.  With that, we sold over 200 tickets and had over 100 families participate.  It doesn't cost the district any money, and is not meant as a fundraiser, simply an opportunity for Chardon families to experience the largest theater district in the USA outside of Broadway, for tickets as low as $20.  

We have expanded the program this year and renamed it "Chardon Goes to the Musicals."  We have reserved seats for all of the Broadway Series, as well as three of the additional shows.  I already sent out a sneak peek to the people who participated last year and the feedback is very positive, with some tickets already sold. Lots of interest in Chardon Goes to the Musicals; tickets are selling.  Les Miserables is due to Munson PTO by 9/25/18.  ​
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Have a beautiful weekend with family and friends!

​Douglas Murray, Principal

9/11/2018

The @chs_dmurray Week in Reflection: 9/14

Leading by Example

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This week, I had the opportunity to go back to my roots. 

For the past six years, I have served on the administrative team. I love every second of what I do at Chardon High School and I am deeply humbled at the direction we are moving. Every day is a new experience for us with 1,200 students and 112 staff members in the building. The focus on our mission is the heart of our daily decisions through a lens of our core values.

We have accomplished so many extraordinary tasks that build upon and refines the treasured traditions and outcomes of being a graduate of Chardon High School.  Yet, the best experiences are the ones that take me back into the classroom. 

This week, I had the opportunity to teach inside of Mr. Mizen's Principle of Leadership course to his 8th-grade section. One of the best feelings is to collaborate, lead, and serve students in the most impactful way as an educator. The lesson was on the essential role of leadership versus the important role of being a follower. Listening and drawing real life inferences into the lesson provided thirty minutes of our mission in action.  

The next day, I found myself co-teaching a lesson in AP World History with Mr. Fronk. This lesson dug deep into the standards of language, culture, and impact on the Judeo world within the greater context of the world that we live in. I am not sure if the students were mesmerized that I could read and write Hebrew, or the fact that the language and culture plays a bigger role than they once perceived. 

Teaching is my passion. My purpose is to serve and inspire others to find theirs in any capacity that I can encounter students and staff.  Wow, do I love what I do --and completely love the shared vision that our educators present in their arenas of learning.  

Teachers encapsulate so many roles each day. They are not only licensed educators--they are counselors, caretakers, facilitators, leaders, guides, planners, collaborators, reinforcers, statisticians, mothers, fathers, sons, and daughters; a vessel of knowledge and experiences who serve and are often underappreciated. 

Multiple that a few times with a few other roles and you could write this blog for the small audience of weekly readers. 
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2018 Homecoming Court

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​Important GMAIL Communication: 8-12 (Ages 13+)

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More and more, our teachers are using digital resources to deliver curriculum and instruction–and better meet the needs of our learners.  To facilitate communication and sharing in the classroom, the District issued Google Apps for Education accounts to all students in grades K-12 approximately five years ago. Additionally, students across the district have personal access to Chromebooks in their classrooms. Furthermore,  students in grades 6-12 have a district provided Chromebook to use at home and at school.

Google Apps and Chromebooks offer a set of web-based tools that includes email, calendars, websites, and documents designed to improve collaboration and learning.  These district provided Chromebooks have numerous filters to create a secure and safe access to digital content. At the elementary and middle school levels, student GMAIL accounts are restricted; they can only communicate with teachers and other students with @chardon.us addresses.  Next week, students in grades 8-12 (ages 13+) will see their GMAIL specific accounts have fewer restrictions in order to communicate with colleges, businesses, and utilize the tools set forth inside of Naviance (a comprehensive K-12 college and career readiness tool that we use at CHS). 

Each year, our students are limited in their abilities to communicate to these agencies due to the restriction held inside of the high school domain. If you are uncomfortable with this access, please communicate to us by today, September 14, and we will not open this function inside of your son(s)/daughter(s) account. 

The full functionality of GMAIL will open by Friday, September 14.  We are very mindful of COPPA regulations 
which impose certain requirements on operators of websites or online services directed to children under 13 years of age, and we respect parent/guardian concerns pertaining to the adjustment to GMAIL.


Of course, security and privacy are very important to us.  So is transparency. We hope you’ll take some time to learn more about the digital tools your student may use in school, and how their data are protected.  Digital citizenship and internet safety are part of our instruction at every grade level, but it is important to continue the conversation at home. We encourage you to talk to your student about what they do online, appropriate and inappropriate behaviors, expectations, and healthy practices.  

Please visit this site for tips to help keep your children safe online.

We’re excited about the new opportunities our students and teachers now have to make connections, learn, and grow.  ​

CHS Profile

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One of the ways that we record school data and outcomes is through our school profile. Each year, our counselors collect information and document data points that work as a companion to when the state report card comes out by the state. Furthermore, our district puts together a quality profile that adds further qualitative and quantitative outcomes for our families. Take some time to see the great information enclosed.

The Week in Images

Enclosed are images from Mrs. Clements Art class. Students are working on 3D driftwood art sculptures. Also,  enclosed are images from Dr. Schneider's Topper Time. 
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​Today the 8th grade AHLI team gathered to harvest the garden they planted last spring.  They took home all kinds of delicious produce to their families.  
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The 8th grade English I Honors students walked to Park Elementary to make books for the kindergarteners ​

Important Message: PSAT/PreACT--October 10, 2018

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Testing Schedule dates that this will be implemented:
Wednesday, October 10 (Red)  (PSAT/Pre-ACT) the next day connects- Thursday, October 11 (Black)

ASVAB

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Whether you are planning on college, a technical school, the military, or you are just not sure yet, the ASVAB Career Exploration Program can put you on the right path towards a satisfying career.

The ASVAB Career Exploration Program can help you take steps now toward finding a career that’s right for you. You can benefit from the ASVAB CEP regardless of your plans for after high school.

CHS will be offering the ASVAB on Wednesday, October 24th at 7:30 am. Sign up in Guidance to take advantage of this exclusive career exploration today!
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Promotional Video
https://www.asvabprogram.com/videos/asvab_cep_overview.m4v

www.asvabprogram.com

Financial Aid Night


Senior Parents:

This is an exciting year for you and your son/daughter but along with that comes many questions and decisions.  We are here to help guide you through this process.  The guidance office is hosting two upcoming events to assist with this process and answer questions about the process.  

  • Financial Aid Night will be held September 25th at 6:30 pm in the presentation area of the media center.  Stephanie Kubec will be explaining the FAFSA process and will break down the various types of financial aid available
  • The school counselors will be offering a college presentation on October 3rd at 6:30 pm (this is a parent/teacher conference night) also in the presentation area of the media center.  We will explain the process for requesting transcripts and review the timeline of activities for senior year.  We will also demonstrate Naviance and the transcript release process.  We will also review the resources available to aid in the search process especially if your son/daughter is undecided.  

Geauga Lyric Theater Guild: Sponsored CHS Drama Club for Grade 8 & 9
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Meeting at CHS  Thursdays after school – 4:30
Starting September 27th
Show at Geauga Theater Dec. 6 at 7 pm 
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and Saturday, Dec. 8 at 3 pm
 
Registration forms available CHS office
Forms and fee ($100) due Sept. 21 CHS Office
 
                                                                                                        Questions directed to Julie Douglass
                                                                                                        GLTG Education at kadoug@windstream.net

Global Leadership Summit

Attention ALL CHS students (8-12th grades) and Families!  There are still a few spots available for the JULY 2019 LONDON & STUDENT LEADERSHIP SUMMIT in SWITZERLAND, one of the most unique and exciting travel and experiential learning adventures yet offered by CHS.  This is a 10-day journey to explore the history, theater and culture of London and collaboration with over 1500 students from around the world in Davos, Switzerland.  This life-changing experience will be worth high school and possibly college credit.  Our Superintendent, Dr. Michael Hanlon, went to Berlin, Germany this past summer to the 2018 Leadership Summit, and was over-whelmed by the amazing experience this could give our CHS students.  PLEASE SEE KRISTEN NIEDZWIECKI at CHS with questions.
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2019 London & Leadership Summit Presentation INFO.

Topper Bistro

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WEEK OF 9-20-18 LUNCH MENU
Monday 
Popcorn Chicken Bowl
Mashed Potatoes 
Homemade Gravy
Seasoned Corn 
Bosco Sticks
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Assorted Pizzas 
 
Tuesday 
Walking Taco 
Build your own!!!
Pizza Hut Pizza!!
Chicken Club Sandwich
Panini Sandwiches
 
Wednesday 
BBQ Pork
On Pretzel Bun
Baked beans
MTO salads and Sandwiches  
Sausage Pizza 
Bosco Sticks
 
Thursday
Chicken Parmesan
With Penne Pasta
Garlic Bread
Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich
MTO salads and Sandwiches 
Pineapple Bacon Pizza 
Panini sandwiches   
 
Friday
Boneless Wings
Assorted sauces
Steamed Broccoli Spears
Homemade Calzones
With Marinara sauce

Chardon Goes to the Musicals

Last year Munson PTO launched Munson Goes to the Musicals; discounted group tickets for Playhouse Square.  We had tickets to four shows.  With that, we sold over 200 tickets and had over 100 families participate.  It doesn't cost the district any money, and is not meant as a fundraiser, simply an opportunity for Chardon families to experience the largest theater district in the USA outside of Broadway, for tickets as low as $20.  

We have expanded the program this year and renamed it "Chardon Goes to the Musicals."  We have reserved seats for all of the Broadway Series, as well as three of the additional shows.  I already sent out a sneak peek to the people who participated last year and the feedback is very positive, with some tickets already sold. Lots of interest in Chardon Goes to the Musicals; tickets are selling.  Les Miserables is due to Munson PTO by 9/25/18.  
Have a wonderful weekend with family and friends,
​Douglas Murray, Principal

9/6/2018

The @chs_dmurray Week in Reflection: 9/7

Beautiful Week for Learning at CHS

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

What a season we have been experiencing locally and nationally. The frequent change in temperature gives signs of a new season and a reminder of the beauty around us.  Soon and very soon we will see the change of scenery and a reminder how short summer is in Northeast Ohio. Yet, for most people in Chardon, we acclimate to the upcoming season and shortened days. We remember that this is nature's way of nurturing itself after a long year.

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 a trust in 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 to 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, take the time to spend more time on the simple things in life...because we all are experiencing how life goes in the fast-lane.  The images below paint a picture of the ways that students, staff, and community worked together this week at CHS!

Local Champion: Hannah Rus

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Hannah Rus (Grade 11) has accomplished many accolades in Equine 4-H this year.  Hannah and her horse W.H Reis were Grand Champion for 2018 in English Open Riding.  Last weekend, at the Great Geauga County Fair, Hannah earned Reserve Grand Champion along with being named to the Geauga County Equine Court.

Prior to entering our local competition, Hannah and W.H Reis were Grand Champions in Western Dressage at the Ohio State Fair in July. 

Hannah has earned 1010 Ribbons in the past 10 yrs. with W.H Reis and phenomenal accomplishment! Away from her competitive training,  Hannah bought a 2-year-old Filly named Suddenly Big League which she is currently training.  Please join me in congratulating Hannah for such a great weekend and summer as she lives her purpose and passion!

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CHS School Profile

One of the ways that we record school data and outcomes is through our school profile. Each year, our counselors collect information and document data points that work as a companion to when the state report card comes out by the state. Furthermore, our district pus together a quality profile that adds further qualitative and quantitative outcomes for our families. Take some time to see the great information enclosed.

Important GMAIL Communication: 8-12 (Ages 13+)

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More and more, our teachers are using digital resources to deliver curriculum and instruction–and better meet the needs of our learners.  To facilitate communication and sharing in the classroom, the District issued Google Apps for Education accounts to all students in grades K-12 approximately five years ago. Additionally, students across the district have personal access to Chromebooks in their classrooms. Furthermore,  students in grades 6-12 have a district provided Chromebook to use at home and at school.

Google Apps and Chromebooks offer a set of web-based tools that includes email, calendars, websites, and documents designed to improve collaboration and learning.  These district provided Chromebooks have numerous filters to create a secure and safe access to digital content. At the elementary and middle school levels, student GMAIL accounts are restricted; they can only communicate with teachers and other students with @chardon.us addresses.  Next week, students in grades 8-12 (ages 13+) will see their GMAIL specific accounts have fewer restrictions in order to communicate with colleges, businesses, and utilize the tools set forth inside of Naviance (a comprehensive K-12 college and career readiness tool that we use at CHS).

Each year, our students are limited in their abilities to communicate to these agencies due to the restriction held inside of the high school domain. If you are uncomfortable with this access, please communicate to us by Thursday, September 13, and we will not open this function inside of your son(s)/daughter(s) account.

The full functionality of GMAIL will open by Friday, September 14.  We are very mindful of COPPA regulations
which impose certain requirements on operators of websites or online services directed to children under 13 years of age, and we respect parent/guardian concerns pertaining to the adjustment to GMAIL.


Of course, security and privacy are very important to us.  So is transparency. We hope you’ll take some time to learn more about the digital tools your student may use in school, and how their data are protected.  Digital citizenship and internet safety are part of our instruction at every grade level, but it is important to continue the conversation at home. We encourage you to talk to your student about what they do online, appropriate and inappropriate behaviors, expectations, and healthy practices.  

Please visit this site for tips to help keep your children safe online.

We’re excited about the new opportunities our students and teachers now have to make connections, learn, and grow.  

8th Grade Highlights

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CHS 8th grade science students were tasked with bringing the engineering and design process to life by building spaghetti bridges.
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8th grade PE Cornhole Tournament began this week at CHS.

The Learning Commons

Enclosed is the September issue of the Learning Center Newsletter. In it is a continuation of the information offered from INFOhio on Locating Information in Practice. 

This month provides the first two steps of a lesson on literacy and future readiness, which will be continued in next month's issue. 

Additionally, be sure to check out the many links to valuable resources from INFOhio. 

Geauga Lyric Theater Guild: Sponsored CHS Drama Club for Grade 8 & 9

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Make friends, explore your inner drama self, Build self-confidence ,Have Fun!
Meeting at CHS  Thursdays after school – 4:30
Starting September 27th
Show at Geauga Theater Dec. 6 at 7 pm 
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and Saturday, Dec. 8 at 3 pm
 
Registration forms available CHS office
Forms and fee ($100) due Sept. 21 CHS Office
 
Questions directed to Julie Douglass
GLTG Education at kadoug@windstream.net

2019 Spain/ France/ Italy

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Interested in traveling abroad?  Come travel with us to Spain, southern France, and Italy in June of 2019!  Not only will you have a trip of a lifetime, meet new friends, learn about different cultures, but it will also look great on your college applications!  If you are interested, please see Mrs. Ptasznik (room 400) or Senora Tekavec (room 204) for more information!

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Watch the video below to learn more.
Link to the slideshow

Leadership Camp

Last week, I shared the agenda pertaining to the leadership camp that took place last Friday. It was an extraordinary day of leadership training, collaboration, keynote addresses, breakout sessions, and planning! Special thanks to our teachers who help facilitate the day and to Mr. Mizen who organized this amazing event!

Topper Bistro

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​Monday 
Popcorn Chicken Bowl
Mashed Potatoes 
Homemade Gravy
Seasoned Corn 
Bosco Sticks
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Assorted Pizzas 

Tuesday 
Pork Carnitas
Seasoned Chicken 
or Seasoned Beef 
Chipotle Style 
Burrito /Bowl 
Build your own !!!
Pizza Hut Pizza!!
Chicken Club Sandwich
Panini Sandwiches
 
Wednesday 
Teriyaki Chicken 
Steamed Rice
Asian Style Vegetables 
MTO salads and Sandwiches  

Sausage Pizza 
Bosco Sticks

Thursday
Pasta Bar
Penne Pasta 
Assorted Sauces 
Garlic Bread
Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich
MTO salads and Sandwiches 
Pineapple Bacon Pizza 
Panini sandwiches   


Friday
Homemade 
Macaroni and Cheese
Crispy Fish Tenders
Steamed Broccoli Spears
Veggie Pizza 
Bosco Sticks

Friday Night Lights: Instant Classic 

Below you can watch last week's highlights from Football.  I wish that I had more time in the day to create highlight films of all the great work that our teachers are accomplishing during the week! 
Have a wonderful weekend with your family and friends!

​Douglas Murray, Principal

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