Homecoming Success!
For twenty years, I have attended high school dances as a teacher or administrator...this year's Homecoming was one of the classiest dances that I have ever chaperoned. I am so grateful to the nearly 800 students that attended especially with the extreme temperatures indoors. I am so proud of the work and efforts of Mrs. Korenke and Mr. Chenoweth along with our student leaders. Their vision, creativity, and focus created an arena of energy! CHS Hallway was transformed the theme of the decades. Special thanks to the teachers, and staff who assisted in making this a special night for the students. Last weekend, Students could be seen line dancing and jumping around to music that truly felt like going to a wedding reception. It was a great night!
Servant Leadership with Broadmoor Students
On Friday September 20th, 45 Chardon High School students went to Garfield Park in Mentor to be Big Brothers and Sisters to the children of Broadmoor elementary school. Fishing, face painting and bubble blowing were among the favorite activities. A special thanks goes out to Tim Armelli for organizing this great opportunity for the Chardon students.
Student Project: Treatment of Environmental Concerns in Different Countries
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PSAT/Pre-ACT: October 16
To Parents/Guardians of Sophomore and Junior students:
On Wednesday, October 16th, 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 a timed, national test. The results of these assessments will provide you with content-specific 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. All 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. Students were assessed the typical registration fee at the beginning of the school year for this test ($16.00- the base price). The results from the test can be used to determine if students are currently on track for college-level coursework and offer an interest inventory that gives students some additional tools to use when determining a future career. All 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. School Counselors have already visited 11th-grade students during their English classes and provided a student guide 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 give students the opportunity to opt into college and scholarship search programs by providing their address and email address during registration. Students should come prepared with an email address where they would like to receive notifications (if they would like to opt into this service), as well as #2 pencils and a calculator for test day. Any questions or concerns about the test can be directed to Timothy Hurlbut (timothy.hurlbut@chardonschools.org). Sincerely, Tim Hurlbut, M.S.Ed. School Counselor PSAT/AP Coordinator The bell schedule for these days will be sent directly as we get closer to the date. Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Registration
College Board has changed the procedures and timelines for AP Registration. Starting this year, AP Registration will take place in the Fall, as opposed to the Spring. AP Exam fees will be due November 1st. Students will be assessed the $94/exam fee to their school fees. These fees will be uploaded and available for payment starting October 21st. These AP Exam fees must be paid by Nov 1st in order for the exam to be ordered for your child.
Thanks to support from Governor Mike DeWine, the Ohio General Assembly, and the Ohio Department of Education, eligible low-income students AP Exams will be FREE this year. If you feel that your son/daughter qualifies, please have them reach out to Tim Hurlbut, AP Coordinator, in the Counseling office. Tim Hurlbut AP Coordinator timothy.hurlbut@chardonschools.org ASVAB
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, November 16th at 7:30 am. Students in grades 10-12 can sign up in Guidance to take advantage of this exclusive career exploration today! Promotional Video https://www.asvabprogram.com/videos/asvab_cep_overview.m4v www.asvabprogram.com Annual Infinite Campus UpdateParent Teacher Conferences
Please click on the link below to sign up for PT Conferences.
Wednesday, October 2 (4:30-8:30 pm) Tuesday, October 22 (4:30-8:30 pm) Thursday, November 21 (4:30-8:00 pm) Sign up here. Activities Fair at CHS
On Friday, Sept 27th, during Topper time (5A) and Circuit of Success (5D) CHS will be having an activities fair for the 8th and 9th graders. Students and advisors in charge of clubs, sports, and activities will set-up a display so that our underclassman will have a better understanding of the various activities available for them to participate in.
Chili Cook-Off
Free/Reduced Lunch ApplicationIt is never too late to apply for free and reduced lunch at school. Your child will be bringing home a Free and Reduced Lunch application in the near future. Even if your child does not eat school meals you should complete the form if you are eligible because the amount of federal funds our school building receives depends on the return of these completed forms. These funds pay for additional educational services for students. The application can be found here: http://www.chardon.k12.oh.us/Downloads/FreeReduced2019-2020_on-line%20app6.pdf Topper Bistro
Shantytown Experience at CHS
Shantytown is an overnight experience for students at Chardon High School designed to raise awareness about the issues of poverty and homelessness in our community. CHS students will be engaged with current and former homeless speakers, share a simple meal, watch a movie regarding homelessness, and spend the night sleeping in the football stadium. The next day, these dedicated homeless advocates will return to school tired, cold, and hungry but with a better understanding of the causes of homelessness and how they can partner with the assets in our community that are working to improve the lives of people without a place to call home.
We are planning for the participants to raise between $250 and $1,000 for local non-profits engaged in providing support to people who are living in poverty. Recipients may include The Salvation Army (Painesville, Ohio), Geauga Faith Rescue Mission, The Ohio Coalition for the Homeless (Columbus), Project Hope for the Homeless (Painesville), WomenSafe (Chardon), Forbes House (Painesville), and the Extended Housing (Painesville). 2019 Shantytown to focus on homelessness The Chardon Service Learning (CSL) program will host its first annual Shantytown event to raise awareness homelessness on Sunday, October 6th. By utilizing interactive simulations, speakers, and hands-on activities, participants will learn how members of our community have been affected homelessness and see how organizations like the Salvation Army, and Geauga Faith Rescue Mission help the homeless. The program is intended to give participants the tools they need to help assist the organizations working with our local homeless population. Registration for 2019 Shantytown Shantytown is open to all Chardon High School students. Registration is limited to the first 40 students who have submitted completed applications and the $20 participation fee (checks made payable to Chardon Board of Education) to the high school office. Students missing any of those steps may not be eligible to participate. The application window will close on Friday, September 27th at 2:30pm. There is a Google Classroom site to get permission forms and to fill out the application. Code is 9fvsv8p for the classroom. Crucial Conversations
Images of the Week
Students in AHLI learning and applying technical skills during their field trip
Piece of the Week
A comic panel from John Mullaly's (grade 12) graphic narrative For Fuel
Video of the Week
Madeline Houser shined at Shining Star CLE! We are so proud of her!
Greece Meeting Setting Goals and Finishing What You Started
We talk about setting goals all of the time in our classes, team activities, and athletic/extra-curricular settings. Goal setting is fundamental to any type of achievement. As one of our core values, achievement can take on a light of academics or personal goal setting. Likewise, we tell our students that If they want to live a life of purpose, setting goals will increase their odds of reaching a desired outcome.
The process of setting goals helps bring clarity to the things that are truly important to anyone setting goals. Without a clear vision of what our students want to achieve in their life, they will be left wandering aimlessly through life without a compass that moves them in the right direction. When students set clearly defined goals and create a plan to achieve them, they will begin to live their life by design, not default. They will feel motivated and empowered. Your son(s) and daughter(s) self-confidence will grow and they will begin to feel like they are in control of their life. Take this quarter as an example. It is important to reflect, and self evaluate at many points along the journey. It is important to evaluate these questions: 1. Did I set any goals? 2. Am I on track for my goals or do I need to change direction? 3. Have I taken to the time to celebrate achievements along the way? 4. Are my goals specific? 5. Did I write my goals down? It is hard to believe that we are nearing the end of the quarter- take the time to reflect on these essential questions to finish all the way to the finish line! Military Appreciation: October 4
The marching band is honoring our military during the Oct 4th pre-game show by inviting them onto the field during the playing of God Bless the USA.
Parent Resources
Twitter- Follow @chs_dmurray and @chardonhs
Remind 101- Text @TopperUp to the following number 81010 Chardon High School Google Calendar Chardon Athletics Sports Calendar Chardon Athletics Website Video Announcements: Link for the Morning Announcements 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 ( LIVE by the 1st quarter)
Have a beautiful weekend with family and friends! Go Toppers!
Douglas Murray, Principal Homecoming Week in Images
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 6:30 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. 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 8-12 will be creating a float to support their class. 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 6:30 during the football pre-game. Please join us for this exciting evening! If you have any additional questions about Homecoming tickets, please refer to last week's edition of the Week in Reflection. 2019 Homecoming Court Candidates with VideosHalle Landies and Ryan Bluemmel
Caleigh Dawson and Kenny Leach
Annabelle Liebhardt and Marcus Chauby
Ashley Paterson and Mitch Cormiea
Clare Myeroff and Jude Taddie
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 Karlie Pirnat, and Natalie Dumm for being recognized as commended students! ICYMI: National Merit 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 Lauren Dvorak, Natalie Fullerman, Kelly Holl, and Ashley Tice for being recognized for this extraordinary accomplishment! This is just the beginning of many accomplishments from these exceptional young ladies! We are so proud of you! Report Card: A brief statement from Dr. Hanlon
The Ohio Department of Education released District/School Local Report Cards on September 12, 2019. The local report card is one measure of the effectiveness of our district, and includes comprehensive data for us to evaluate the alignment of our academic programming. provided affirmation of our work towards our mission: High achievement for all students, where learning is our most important work.
Highlights from the 2019 District Report Card
These achievements are notable and certainly come as a direct result of our relentless pursuit of strong curricular alignment to state standards, high yield instructional strategies and assessment practices that inform student learning. As we look to the future, we will be working to revise the district’s strategic plan to identify additional strategies that will ensure even higher levels of student achievement, as well as increased preparedness for the 4 E’s - Enrollment, Enlistment, Employment, Entrepreneurship. We must continue to relentlessly focus on the standards through PLC collaboration to ensure that both our instructional and assessment practices are aligned with the standards. And we must continue to refine and implement purposeful interventions for students that may need a differentiated approach to meet the standards. As a district leadership team, our principals and department chairs have been and will continue with the work of power standards, and ensuring instructional and assessment alignment with those power standards. Through our focused and purposeful work, we will continue to realize high achievement for all students. Thank you for everything that you do to support our students. Let’s celebrate our successes - and ultimately those of our students - as we continue striving to achieve our mission. #WeAreChardon Michael P. Hanlon, Jr. Ph.D. Superintendent Servant Leadership
On Sunday Sept 15th, a total of 45 students participated in Phase 3 of the Courtyard clean up. These students spent 5 hours leveling the ground to make way for landscaping pavers.
A special shout out goes to Ian Herner of Chardon Rental for offering the use of their Witch Ditch Track Loader for the Court Yard project. Unfortunately the piece of equipment was too large to fit through the door. Thank you anyways! Activities Fair at CHS
On Friday, Sept 27th, during Topper time (5A) and Circuit of Success (5D) CHS will be having an activities fair for the 8th and 9th graders. Students and advisors in charge of clubs, sports, and activities will set-up a display so that our underclassman will have a better understanding of the various activities available for them to participate in.
Chili Cook-Off
The Chardon Interact Club will have its annual Chili Cook-Off October 4th from 5-7 pm. Admission will be $5 dollars pre-sale and at the door. Come to eat endless chili before the football game and support the high school. In addition to attending the cook-off you can enter your chili to be judged. Top entries will receive prizes! Please contact Mr. Mizen, Mr. Brown, or any Interact members for more information about the event or chili entries!
Shantytown Experience at CHS
Shantytown is an overnight experience for students at Chardon High School designed to raise awareness about the issues of poverty and homelessness in our community. CHS students will be engaged with current and former homeless speakers, share a simple meal, watch a movie regarding homelessness, and spend the night sleeping in the football stadium. The next day, these dedicated homeless advocates will return to school tired, cold, and hungry but with a better understanding of the causes of homelessness and how they can partner with the assets in our community that are working to improve the lives of people without a place to call home.
We are planning for the participants to raise between $250 and $1,000 for local non-profits engaged in providing support to people who are living in poverty. Recipients may include The Salvation Army (Painesville, Ohio), Geauga Faith Rescue Mission, The Ohio Coalition for the Homeless (Columbus), Project Hope for the Homeless (Painesville), WomenSafe (Chardon), Forbes House (Painesville), and the Extended Housing (Painesville). 2019 Shantytown to focus on homelessness The Chardon Service Learning (CSL) program will host its first annual Shantytown event to raise awareness homelessness on Sunday, October 6th. By utilizing interactive simulations, speakers, and hands-on activities, participants will learn how members of our community have been affected homelessness and see how organizations like the Salvation Army, and Geauga Faith Rescue Mission help the homeless. The program is intended to give participants the tools they need to help assist the organizations working with our local homeless population. Registration for 2019 Shantytown Shantytown is open to all Chardon High School students. Registration is limited to the first 40 students who have submitted completed applications and the $20 participation fee (checks made payable to Chardon Board of Education) to the high school office. Students missing any of those steps may not be eligible to participate. The application window will close on Friday, September 27th at 2:30pm. There is a Google Classroom site to get permission forms and to fill out the application. Code is 9fvsv8p for the classroom.
On Tuesday Sept 27th, four students from Perry High School's Perry Service Learning class presented to the Chardon Service class about their Shantytown experience. These four students helped clarify the pro's and con's of their experience and the excitement it generated for the students at Perry high school. Chardon Service Learning class is proud to announce that on Sunday October 6th we will be having our own 1st annual Shantytown.
Piece of the Week
"Fruity Feeling" by Melanie Schaefer, Grade 12
Images of the Week
The sheer creative madness of Mr. Hauber has empowered his students to learn the power of story boarding, animation, and digital layering. Stay tuned for their final product this semester!
Topper Bistro
8th Grade: Power of the PenChardon Goes to the Musicals!
Parent Teacher Conferences
Save the Dates:
Wednesday, October 2 (4:30-8:30 pm) Tuesday, October 22 (4:30-8:30 pm) Thursday, November 21 (4:30-8:00 pm) Sign up here. District Newsletter
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Voting Information: 18? Have you ever voted?
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Parent Resources
Twitter- Follow @chs_dmurray and @chardonhs
Remind 101- Text @TopperUp to the following number 81010 Chardon High School Google Calendar Chardon Athletics Sports Calendar Chardon Athletics Website Video Announcements: Link for the Morning Announcements 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 ( LIVE by the 1st quarter)
Have a beautiful weekend with family and friends!
Douglas Murray, Principal High Achievement for ALL Students where LEARNING is our most important work
For the past seven 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 1,215 students and 105 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 refine 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 spend hours in classrooms. Seeing students and staff collaborate, problem solve, and create energizes me each day. We have created such a positive culture at Chardon High School that Mr. Bandiera, Mr. Higham, and I can walk into a room and the students and staff treat us like a class member--not an observer. The mission of our school lives within the lesson that we share each day. Working each day with a compass and a purpose drives the standards that we teach and the climate that we create at Chardon. We have something special here...and it didn't happen by chance. We are a family, and a community of learners. Leadership is organic. Leadership is intentional, shared, and reciprocal. The teachers work so well together and the students share in the construction of their learning. It is hard work that truly prepares students for the 4E's that we preach: Employment, Enrollment, Enlistment, and Entrepreneurship. 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. Learning is so important to effective leadership. This year, I have headed back to school. I have joined some of my principal friends in a Superintendant cohort at Ursuline College. Between the day to day work hours, activities, coaching, teaching PSR, and now a student...organization is critical. I look forward to use the lessons that I am learning to continue the work of leading our students and staff at Chardon High School.
As I shared last week, one of the ways that we record our mission driven outcomes is through our school profile. Each year, our counselors collect information and document data points that work as a companion to the state report card. 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.
Homecoming: Grades 9-12
On September 20th and 21st, Chardon High School will be celebrating Homecoming 2019! This year, the student council is decorating the school around the theme of the decades! This week, the student council communciated all of the details related to the dance. Today, like the last week, I am sharing the link to purchase tickets. Last year, we went completely paperless for the dance . The check-in process was so smooth-- that we have refined the process even more. At the beginning of the school year, students signed many forms pertaining to the beginning year---one of them was the dance contract. With that form being signed, all students can purchase tickets online using their school email as their access code. Students are able to purchase tickets for themselves and for other CHS students. If a student is interested in taking a guest outside of the school, they must first have the guest sign the form and submit it/ hand it to carrie. korenke @chardonschools.org before receiving access to buy the tickets.
Natalie Fullerman
National Merit 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 Lauren Dvorak, Natalie Fullerman, Kelly Holl, and Ashley Tice for being recognized for this extraordinary accomplishment! This is just the beginning of many accomplishments from these exceptional young ladies! We are so proud of you! Financial Aid Night: September 16th at 6:30 pm
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.
We have been into all senior English classes to review procedures for seniors and provided them with guidance as well. If your son/daughter does not have English at the high school he/she will need to attend a make-up session. Please contact the Guidance office. LEAF will be starting Friday 9/9 and will be here every Friday. Stephanie Kubec is our representative this year and she will meet with every senior. She is also available to meet with parents as well. You can schedule a meeting with Stephanie by calling the guidance office at 440-285-4060. PBS News Hour: An Important Read
Americans should not smoke e-cigarettes, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned Friday, as they investigate how hundreds of people became sick, and at least three people died, after using them.
“While this investigation is ongoing, people should not use e-cigarette products,” Dana Meaney-Delman of the CDC said in a call Friday. That broad recommendation is because “there is a diversity of products” related to e-cigarettes, some containing THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, marijuana’s primary psychoactive component, and some containing nicotine, she said. As many as 450 people, including 215 cases formally reported to the CDC, in 33 states have reported possible pulmonary disease after using e-cigarette devices, liquids, refill pods and cartridges. Symptoms of this pulmonary disease include shortness of breath, fatigue, fever and nausea or vomiting. Investigators must eliminate other causes of illness, aside from e-cigarette use, Meaney-Delman said. She is the incident manager who is overseeing efforts to track, understand and respond this pulmonary disease for the CDC. Read more
Laura Santhanam. "After 3 deaths, CDC says to stop using e-cigarettes." PBS NewsHour. 6 Sept. 2019. Web. 11 Sept. 2019. <https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/after-3-deaths-cdc-says-to-stop-using-e-cigarettes>
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The mCORE Foundation to Provide Cardiac Screening Opportunity
PREVENTATIVE HEART SCREENINGS I would like to share information on an excellent opportunity that’s been made available to our students at Chardon High School. We are partnering with mCORE™ — Mobile Cardiac Overview and Risk Evaluation — to screen our students for the cardiac conditions and abnormalities which may put them at risk of Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). mCORE partners with schools, hospitals and foundations to provide convenient and dependable heart screenings. SCA is the #1 Killer of Student Athletes Each Year, many of which could have been prevented with a simple examination like this. The time requirement is approximately 10-12 minutes per student and each student will be receiving both an EKG and Echo screening. You may use your healthcare spending account or flex care spending account for payment. All mCORE screenings are performed by registered cardiac sonographers and results are read by mCORE medical director and our team of pediatric cardiologists. (Please contact mCORE should financial hardship preclude you from taking part). Learn more about mCORE and Preventative Heart Screenings: www.mcorefoundation.org Chardon High School Heart Screening mCORE Screening Location will be in the Learning Center Time: 8am – 4pm When: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 Cost: $79 To reserve your screening time please click https://mcorefoundation.org/scheduler_schedule/?school=162 or www.mcorefoundation.org, click “Schedule Screening” and choose Chardon High School. If you have questions or need help registering please contact mCORE: 866-382-2319. Math Lab
Did you know that CHS has a math lab staffed EVERY period of the day by one of our math teachers? Yes! This opportunity is available for all students at CHS!
Are you struggling in math? Do you need a little help? Do you want to prep before your test? Room 309 is your mathematical safe haven! Check it out and bring a friend! Shantytown Experience at CHS
Shantytown is an overnight experience for students at Chardon High School designed to raise awareness about the issues of poverty and homelessness in our community. CHS students will be engaged with current and former homeless speakers, share a simple meal, watch a movie regarding homelessness, and spend the night sleeping in the football stadium. The next day, these dedicated homeless advocates will return to school tired, cold, and hungry but with a better understanding of the causes of homelessness and how they can partner with the assets in our community that are working to improve the lives of people without a place to call home.
We are planning for the participants to raise between $250 and $1,000 for local non-profits engaged in providing support to people who are living in poverty. Recipients may include The Salvation Army (Painesville, Ohio), Geauga Faith Rescue Mission, The Ohio Coalition for the Homeless (Columbus), Project Hope for the Homeless (Painesville), WomenSafe (Chardon), Forbes House (Painesville), and the Extended Housing (Painesville). 2019 Shantytown to focus on homelessness The Chardon Service Learning (CSL) program will host its first annual Shantytown event to raise awareness homelessness on Sunday, October 6th. By utilizing interactive simulations, speakers, and hands-on activities, participants will learn how members of our community have been affected homelessness and see how organizations like the Salvation Army, and Geauga Faith Rescue Mission help the homeless. The program is intended to give participants the tools they need to help assist the organizations working with our local homeless population. Registration for 2019 Shantytown Shantytown is open to all Chardon High School students. Registration is limited to the first 40 students who have submitted completed applications and the $20 participation fee (checks made payable to Chardon Board of Education) to the high school office. Students missing any of those steps may not be eligible to participate. The application window will close on Friday, September 27th at 2:30pm. There is a Google Classroom site to get permission forms and to fill out the application. Code is 9fvsv8p for the classroom. Activities Fair at CHS
On Friday, Sept 27th, during Topper time (5A) and Circuit of Success (5D) CHS will be having an activities fair for the 8th and 9th graders. Students and advisors in charge of clubs, sports, and activities will set-up a display so that our underclassman will have a better understanding of the various activities available for them to participate in.
Chili Cook-Off
The Chardon Interact Club will have its annual Chili Cook-Off October 4th from 5-7 pm. Admission will be $5 dollars pre-sale and at the door. Come to eat endless chili before the football game and support the high school. In addition to attending the cook-off you can enter your chili to be judged. Top entries will receive prizes! Please contact Mr. Mizen, Mr. Brown, or any Interact members for more information about the event or chili entries!
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Remembering 9/11
You Are Here
This month, as part of our True Voices class, Ms. Biernacki's class is reading Channel of Peace: Stranded in Gander on 9/11. In this book, Kevin Tuerff, describes how touched he was by the kindness strangers showed him and the 6,000 other stranded passengers who couldn't fly into the U.S. on September 11, 2001. He began the Pay It Forward 9/11 movement the next year as a way to both honor those who lost their lives and to celebrate the good in the world. Ms. Biernacki's class had the chance to participate in Pay It Forward 9/11 this year. Be on the lookout for these sweet and inspirational messages! In addition, her classes had an opportunity to see this story of generosity come to life in a special documentary viewing called You Are Here. Some students joined her at the Mentor Atlas Great Lakes Stadium 16, and others (including staff) went to see it in Mayfield and Chagrin Falls. Thank you to all who came out and took an interest in this inspiring story about generosity. To rephrase the film's ending message, the best way to "Never Forget" is to continue to spread KINDNESS.
A generation of learners have crossed the halls across our nation never fully experiencing our response as a country to the events of September 11, 2001. During the PA and morning announcements, our school took time to personally reflect on our call as citizens to stand for each other as a greater community.
Many of you might have visited the 9/11 Memorial. I am sharing a powerful example of our response to nurture, heal, and stand strong against the winds of change.
9/11 Memorial: A Callery pear tree became known as the "Survivor Tree" after enduring the September 11, 2001 terror attacks at the World Trade Center. In October 2001, the tree was discovered at Ground Zero severely damaged, with snapped roots and burned and broken branches. The tree was removed from the rubble and placed in the care of the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation. After its recovery and rehabilitation, the tree was returned to the Memorial in 2010. New, smooth limbs extended from the gnarled stumps, creating a visible demarcation between the tree’s past and present. Today, the tree stands as a living reminder of resilience, survival and rebirth.
National September 11 Memorial & Museum. "The Survivor Tree." National September 11 Memorial & Museum. n.d. Web. 11 Sept. 2019. <https://www.911memorial.org/survivor-tree>
Football Team Community Service
Hilltopper Football
Senior Player Community Service Help support PROJECT OUTRUN whose mission is to empower and strengthen kids and their families as they battle Pediatric Cancer. With the help of custom-designed Nike by You shoes, plus Project Outrun signature swag, kids design their shoes, their colors, and their message to help strengthen them, give them a goal, and a finish line. Once a month a Sneaker Squad is taken to Akron Children's Hospital for a Design Night to work with kids and consist of dinner, shoe design, and swag bags filled with a Project Outrun t-shirt, as well as a personal finish line. $100.00 fully funds one Outrun kid with shoes, dinner for the family, and a swag bag! Goal is to raise $1100.00 and sponsor a team of 11 kids! Hilltopper Football is accepting donations in the south end of the endzone to help support Project Outrun in exchange for an authentic 1994 Chardon Hilltopper game jersey! Topper Bistro
Piece of the Week
Kara Connolly, Grade 12, "Untitled"
Images of the Week
APC Matchbox Cats and Motion lab in AP Physics C
Chardon Goes to the Musicals!Resources
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Have a wonderful weekend with family and friends!
Douglas Murray, Principal Our Work Matters 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 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. It is also an opportunity for us to respond to the needs of others who have been impacted by the most recent hurricane. Locally, 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 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. CHS School ProfileOne 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 the state report card. 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 Learning CommonsAttached is the first issue of the Learning Center Newsletter for the 2019-2020 school year. The September issue contains FAQs all about the daily video announcements. Geauga County Fair
Congratulations to Mark and Paul Ricci for their hard work at the Geauga County Fair! They are members of the Geauga Dairymen 4H Club and work with the animals at the Hastings Dairy Farm in Burton. They both received numerous ribbons ranging from first to third places. Mark placed third in Senior Showmanship and Paul placed first in Intermediate Showmanship this year. They both did a fantastic job!  Congratulations to Mac Metz for his hard work at the Geauga County Fair! Mac is a baker to top off many of his talents. Mac won BEST in teen baking for his pecan pie! I think Mac should let all of Chardon taste that rich masterpiece!  One of the many highlights throughout the Fair is showcasing local bands. Chardon High School represented our community with precision, accuracy, and energy in the company of thousands of attendees. We are so proud of the work that our band, topperettes, and majorettes put in for the football game and quickly transitioned to the Band-o-Rama! Homecoming Soon and very soon, Chardon High School will be celebrating Homecoming 2019! This year, the student council is decorating the school around the theme of the decades! In the next few weeks, the student council will be communicating to the students about all of the details related to the dance. Today, I am sharing the link to purchase tickets. Last year, we went completely paperless for the dance . The check-in process was so smooth-- that we have refined the process even more. At the beginning of the school year, students signed many forms pertaining to the beginning year---one of them was the dance contract. With that form being signed, all students can purchase tickets online using their school email as their access code. Students are able to purchase tickets for themselves and for other CHS students. If a student is interested in taking a guest outside of the school, they must first have the guest sign the form and submit it/ hand it to carrie. korenke @chardonschools.org before receiving access to buy the tickets.  The access code for students is their school email address Topper Bistro
Attention Seniors!We are pleased to announce our 2019 Protect Geauga Parks Bob McCullough Memorial Conservation Scholarships. There will be three $1000 scholarships awarded to seniors graduating in 2019-2020 who are interested in pursuing a career or further study in the natural sciences. The attached flier gives details on criteria and how to apply. The application deadline is October 6. Questions to pgpscholarship@gmail.com. Let's Keep our Kids Safe at After-Prom The After-Prom celebration at CHS is second to none in our area! Talk to any student who has attended and find out how much fun they had. After-Prom takes place at CHS immediately following prom and provides an engaging and entertaining late-night event that promotes an alcohol and drug-free celebration. CHS juniors, seniors and their guests can participate in games, win prizes and enjoy music and refreshments in an atmosphere that is decorated beautifully based on a theme (last years was CLE with a lit Tower City, Playhouse Chandelier, Cleveland sign, aquarium, and much more). This event can only continue with volunteer help and we lost a lot of long-time After-Prom volunteers with last years graduating class. Let's continue this wonderful tradition at Chardon to give our kids an experience they'll never forget. Please plan to attend the first After-Prom meeting and help decide the theme for the upcoming After-Prom and discuss next steps. Everyone is welcome to attend regardless if you have a junior or senior. When: Sept. 11, 7pm Where: CHS Media Center Chardon Parks and RecreationImage(s) of the Week Circuit of Success class- Principles of Entrepreneurship are off to a great start this quarter. They are learning about teamwork and competition by trying to build the tallest straw tower. Mr Mizen’s Honors Biology class went to Big Creek for some lab experiments today and discovered that the water quality is exceptional. Art: Piece(s) of the Week
 Friday Night LightsHave a wonderful weekend with family and friends!
Douglas Murray, Principal |
