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10/27/2019 The Week in Reflection: 11/1Fall into Community
Ah, the beauty of fall...you really can't beat it in Ohio. Over the last seven days, the leaves have really fallen, the crisp fragrance and aroma has blossomed in the air, and the reality of the season is upon us. The decor around our homes have been adjusted to the season, and stores all around are changing...some even skipping this season. However, not a Chardon High School. Over the last week, we have celebrated Halloween, transitioned into the second quarter, and provided tours of our facility.
As an educator, curriculum maps and aligning outcomes to the standards are always in season. This week, our staff spent hours working to transition their assessments to Gradecam--allowing teachers to create assessments (which can be aligned to standards) that can be scored in seconds using a smartphone, a tablet, a document camera, or a webcam. This tool will foster immediate feedback, a student portal to help facilitate immediate test corrections in class, item analysis for our work in PLC's, and so much more! Many teachers have started using this tool in the first quarter, and students should see all of the features beginning to be implemented in the near future. Over the last seven days, I was approached by community members, other educators, and parents about how our students have been so respectful, kind, and generous of their time in the community. They asked me what we are doing to instill this response in our young adults...my response was two-fold: We have phenomenal students and families and we model our community values as a cultural expectation in our building. As a school community, we provide so much more than just curricular outcomes. Not only do we respond to each other--we respond back to our community. Our culture and climate at Chardon High School are strong and we are grateful for our strong relationship with our beautiful city. In this week's edition of the Week in Reflection, you will see tangible examples of our values in action!
Halloween Dress Down
Friday Night Football: Chardon v Madison (Thriller Halftime Show)
Dear Eighth Graders and Eighth Grade Parents,
We are so excited about our trip to Washington, D.C.! There is so much to look forward to, and spring is a beautiful time of year to be in our nation’s capital. School-sponsored tours are essential elements of our academic programs at Chardon High School. Our eighth-graders will have the opportunity to travel to Washington D.C. on a curriculum-based overnight field trip from May 4-6, 2020. The following are the guidelines for this trip. The cost of the trip is $445. This includes all meals (except lunch Monday), lodging, and guided experiences. Payment plan: first payment November 15th ($245), second payment February 7th ($100), and third payment March 13th ($100) or full payment on November 15th. Payments can be made on Infinite Campus or a check (made out to Chardon Board of Education) through the CHS business office. All school fees (including athletic fees) must be paid prior to the second trip payment date February 7, 2020. While every effort will be made to honor room requests, CHS reserves the right to assign hotel rooms and bus assignments. Violation of our core values may eliminate eligibility for the trip. If a student’s eligibility is removed, any payments made to the tour company will not be refunded. Students and parents understand that all school rules and Chardon Local School District Board of Education Policies and Procedures are in effect. If there are any disciplinary issues on the trip, the administration reserves the right to require your child to be picked up at the parents’ or guardians’ expense. We know how excited everyone is for this awesome trip, and we really appreciate your respect for these guidelines. By signing below, you will indicate your intention to follow them. Please complete the information below by November 4, 2019, and return to Mr. Higham. Once this form is submitted, the cost of the trip will be added to your child’s school fees account on Infinite Campus. This document can be viewed in detail here. We will hold a mandatory information night for parents on November 18, 2019, at 6:00 pm. At this meeting, we will be distributing a tentative itinerary which will highlight many of the places that we will visit and more specific information regarding the needs for this trip. The itinerary is located here. Please direct all questions to douglas.higham@chardonschools.org 
In order to fully plan for this quarter, we wanted you to have access to the Midterm Schedule in December.
Midterm Week: The purpose of this week is to meet the educational needs of our students as they prepare for midterms, finals, and project presentations. ALL classes will meet during midterm week. If a class does not have a midterm or a final, they will commence a class period. The only non-mandatory period is a study hall. Students do not need to sit in the study hall. We will provide supervision in the cafeteria for a silent study hall as needed, but attendance is not mandatory. Important Notes: --Transportation will run at the regular time in the morning and afternoon. --All academic classes will meet during the scheduled time. Dismissal will occur at 12:10 PM Tuesday - Friday. --Lunch during the week (Tuesday - Friday) will be À la carte. --Auburn students will have scheduled exams that do not impede upon their schedule. --CHS Teachers will be in teacher-based teams each day after exams. --In the case that we have a calamity day during an exam schedule, we will follow the scheduled exam day and adjust the afternoon exam time slots by adding the missed exam(s). Read this document online. PARENTS: PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING TO ACKNOWLEDGE MIDTERM SCHEDULE. 
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 13th 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 
Please click on the link below to sign up for PT Conferences.
Thursday, November 21 (4:30-8:00 pm) Sign up here. Images of the Week
8th grade AHLI trip to the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds to learn about wind power and recent environmental impacts on honey bees.
Piece of the Week
Jolie Falkenstein, Grade 9, "Still Life"
Do you like to ski or snowboard? If so, consider joining the CHS Downhill Ski/Snowboard Club. This club program is open to students from grade 8 through grade 12. It will run after school for a minimum of five consecutive Tuesdays beginning January 7th. The club will be skiing at Brandywine Ski Resort. Club passes are also valid at Alpine Valley. No experience is necessary to join; both rentals and lessons are included in the club price. Students who have season passes are welcome to join and only pay the bus fee.
If your son/daughter is interested in joining, please see the attached forms for more details about registration. The first registration deadline is November 22, which is just four weeks away! All students who register by this date get a free long-sleeve ski club shirt at no additional cost! If you have any questions, please contact the adviser (Alison Fisher) at alison.fisher@chardonschools.org or have your child see Miss Fisher during the school day in room 307. Hope you consider joining us on the slopes in January! 
SUBMISSION DEADLINE for senior pictures are Friday, JANUARY 10, 2020
Requirements for your senior picture:
Submitting your senior picture:
Note: Digital submissions are much preferred and strongly recommended in order to preserve the quality of the photos. 
The MCORE Foundation to Provide Cardiac Screening Opportunity for Chardon High School on November 6, 2019
Why Preventative Heart Screenings for Youth Ages 12-22? Chardon High School Parents and Community, Each year over 400,000 people are affected by sudden cardiac arrest. Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is not a heart attack but an electrical malfunction of the heart that causes it to stop suddenly. Sudden cardiac arrest is often called the silent killer as you or your child could have an abnormality that goes undetected and without any recognizable symptoms until it is too late. The mission of the MCORE Foundation is providing communities with education about sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), symptoms and family history in hopes to prevent these tragedies from happening in our communities. Our education program works in conjunction with a high level mobile cardiac unit that provides preventative baseline heart screenings for children ages 12-22. Our mobile screening unit partners with schools, hospitals and foundations to provide convenient and dependable heart screenings that otherwise would not be available. Our mobile cardiac unit will be at Chardon High School on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 All MCORE Foundation screenings include: • An ECG and limited Echo test performed by registered cardiac sonographers • Results read by our team of pediatric and general cardiologists • Images stored within your secured account for future access or to send to your medical provider. Each test is approximately 10-12 minutes and you may use your healthcare spending account or flex care spending account for payment. *Should you require financial assistance please contact us. To learn more about the MCORE Foundation, get involved with our mission, or to donate please visit us at: www.mcorefoundation.org Chardon High School Heart Screening Screening Location will be in the Learning Center Conference Room Time: 8am – 4pm When: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 Cost: $79 To schedule your screening time please click https://mcorefoundation.org/scheduler_schedule/?school=162 or www.mcorefoundation.org, create an account and choose Chardon High School. If you have questions or need help registering please contact mCORE: 866-382-2319. Pancake Breakfast!
The girls from Girl Scout Troop 70563 have been volunteering at the VFW spring pancake breakfasts for years. Now they are seniors and working on their gold awards. As you know, fundraising for the projects is a big job - as a thank you for all of the years of volunteering, the VFW has graciously offered to host an off-season pancake breakfast on Sunday, November 3, with all proceeds benefitting these remarkable young women.
The three seniors have all chosen to spend their 80 hour Gold Award projects to better Chardon Local Schools: Brigit Morgan - renovating portions of the CMS band room Maddie McDonald - installing a handicap railing at Chardon Memorial Field Natalie Fullerman - building a reading hut at Munson Elementary 
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) Topper Bistro
Have a great weekend with family and friends! Stay warm!
Douglas Murray, Principal 10/22/2019 The @chs_dmurray Week in Reflection 10/25Reflecting on the Quarter
I am so proud of our students and our teachers' efforts to focus on the eminent core value of achievement. Together, we will continue to refine what we do by analyzing how we can continue to move from good to great! Over the past two years, we have demonstrated strong success stories of mastery against the standards. For the second consecutive year, our students have met the mark of high achievement for all students where learning is the most important work!
Last year, the following data was shared: Avg GPA for Q1= 3.20 Seniors Avg =3.18 Juniors Avg= 3.20 Sophomores Avg= 3.14 Freshman Avg= 3.23 Eighth Grade Avg= 3.25 We are proud to share the results from the current completed quarter (1st quarter). The outcomes demonstrate great achievements at first glance. When you dig deeper into the data, we are able to see trends to help us gauge where we as educators need to celebrate, and where we can show even greater growth. We have to pause and celebrate the work of our teachers and our students. Together, they have much to celebrate. The work of our mission is never complete, and the work to align standards, strategies, and assessments is an ever-evolving task to help students master learning outcomes to be successful for future-readiness in the 4 E's: Enrollment, Enlistment, Employment, and Entrepreneurship.
The compass, road map, and GPS to all that we do is our mission statement which is enhanced through the magnifying lens of our core values. All of the outcomes in which we gauge learners filters through the creativity, communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and community connections that all of our educators emphasize in the day to day interactions with students. Through this daily encounter of learning, our students become exposed to programs, supports, and pathways that help guide them to find their individual purpose. Over the last several weeks, I have shared our state report card and school profile. These measures help identify the story that we are creating at Chardon High School. Over the last year, we have placed so much attention on refining the outcomes of our mission. Whereas the culture and climate at Chardon High School remains an essential focus---our targeted learning outcomes, and educational strategies help gauge all learners to learn each standard. Furthermore, we have spent years on our core values that become the vehicle for all students to feel safe, successful, and engaged.
The Why
The mission of Chardon School is High Achievement for ALL students where learning is our most important work. This lens of learning is mastered when students and staff focus on learning as the sum of all of the experiences that students engage in. There are seven periods in a day. As a teacher, we believe that the time that we have is priceless each period. As a student, every class plays a role in the development of the child towards the mission. No class is greater than the other. It is the learning that matters the most. We are further able to focus our outcomes on the end goal. The most important learning that any student can achieve (within their high school experience) is finding his or her purpose. The desire for all educators is that all of our students can determine their purpose within an outcome of becoming employed right out of school, enrolling in a college/university, enlisting in the armed forces, or using their abilities and passion as a young entrepreneur. The How Our students and educators spend years establishing the foundation of their learning within this blueprint. This map demonstrates the direction that all learners follow. This is where the work of the educator really comes into action. The educator moves from the sage on the stage to the facilitating tour guide. Professional Learning Communities, aligning standards, defining instructional strategies, preparing common formative assessments, and most importantly-developing meaningful relationships with students. It is through deep development of creating goals, and student choices that guide all learners on the map of learning. The What Our students love to live in the what. Who wouldn't? It is through these experiences that students begin to find their way and live their purpose. Students and staff engage in soft skills, or what I call the essential skills. They are learning many ways to communicate, innovate, and problem solve. They are learning about becoming a young leader, understanding their place in this grand world, and planning for their ideas as young entrepreneurs. Students and staff engage in mentoring students and developing new ideas and relationships in our established brain breaks. Teachers are creating opportunities inside of AP and CCP courses along with career planning at Auburn Career Center. The mission and vision of Chardon is clear. Our destination hasn't changed. How you get there is your choice. Feel free to watch my reflection from the morning announcements on Thursday. 8th Grade DC Trip: May 4-6, 2020
Dear Eighth Graders and Eighth Grade Parents,
We are so excited about our trip to Washington, D.C.! There is so much to look forward to, and spring is a beautiful time of year to be in our nation’s capital. School-sponsored tours are essential elements of our academic programs at Chardon High School. Our eighth-graders will have the opportunity to travel to Washington D.C. on a curriculum-based overnight field trip from May 4-6, 2020. The following are the guidelines for this trip. The cost of the trip is $445. This includes all meals (except lunch Monday), lodging, and guided experiences. Payment plan: first payment November 15th ($245), second payment February 7th ($100), and third payment March 13th ($100) or full payment on November 15th. Payments can be made on Infinite Campus or a check (made out to Chardon Board of Education) through the CHS business office. All school fees (including athletic fees) must be paid prior to the second trip payment date February 7, 2020. While every effort will be made to honor room requests, CHS reserves the right to assign hotel rooms and bus assignments. Violation of our core values may eliminate eligibility for the trip. If a student’s eligibility is removed, any payments made to the tour company will not be refunded. Students and parents understand that all school rules and Chardon Local School District Board of Education Policies and Procedures are in effect. If there are any disciplinary issues on the trip, the administration reserves the right to require your child to be picked up at the parents’ or guardians’ expense. We know how excited everyone is for this awesome trip, and we really appreciate your respect for these guidelines. By signing below, you will indicate your intention to follow them. Please complete the information below by November 4, 2019, and return to Mr. Higham. Once this form is submitted, the cost of the trip will be added to your child’s school fees account on Infinite Campus. This document can be viewed in detail here. We will hold a mandatory information night for parents on November 18, 2019, at 6:00 pm. At this meeting, we will be distributing a tentative itinerary which will highlight many of the places that we will visit and more specific information regarding the needs for this trip. The itinerary is located here. Please direct all questions to douglas.higham@chardonschools.org Midterm Schedule
In order to fully plan for this quarter, we wanted you to have access to the Midterm Schedule in December.
Midterm Week: The purpose of this week is to meet the educational needs of our students as they prepare for midterms, finals, and project presentations. ALL classes will meet during midterm week. If a class does not have a midterm or a final, they will commence a class period. The only non-mandatory period is a study hall. Students do not need to sit in the study hall. We will provide supervision in the cafeteria for a silent study hall as needed, but attendance is not mandatory. Important Notes: --Transportation will run at the regular time in the morning and afternoon. --All academic classes will meet during the scheduled time. Dismissal will occur at 12:10 PM Tuesday - Friday. --Lunch during the week (Tuesday - Friday) will be À la carte. --Auburn students will have scheduled exams that do not impede upon their schedule. --CHS Teachers will be in teacher-based teams each day after exams. --In the case that we have a calamity day during an exam schedule, we will follow the scheduled exam day and adjust the afternoon exam time slots by adding the missed exam(s). Read this pdf online. PARENTS: PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING TO ACKNOWLEDGE MIDTERM SCHEDULE. AP Exam Fees
College Board changed the timeline from a Spring registration to Fall registration. Our school counselors have been trying to make sure that students and parents are aware of this change in practice. Mr. Hurlbut has gone into every AP course to assist students within the College Board website.
AP Exam Registration fees are due November 1st. AP Exam fees have been added to your School Fees within Infinite Campus. Students can pay these AP Exam fees through the online portal or in person with Mrs. McBride. Checks should be made out to "Chardon BOE." Students who qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch are eligible for fee reductions through the College Board and the Ohio Department of Education. If you have questions or concerns in regards to these exam fees, please reach out to Tim Hurlbut at 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 13th 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 Parent-Teacher Conferences
Please click on the link below to sign up for PT Conferences.
Thursday, November 21 (4:30-8:00 pm) Sign up here. Piece of the Week
Coffee cup sketch by Jackson Perry
Grade 11 This piece and many more are for sale at Buckeye Chocolate! Images of the Week
Geauga Growth Partnership
Students in Mr. Herner's CCP Introduction to Business classes attended the Geauga Growth Partnership Entrepreneur Success Breakfast at Patterson Family Fruit Farm on October 18th. They had doughnuts and cider with area business owners and state and county leaders while hearing from 5th and 6th generation farm and business owners. The Pattersons shared their HR practices, innovations over the years, and future plans for the business. This was a valuable "real world" experience for these business students...and the Honey Crisp apples they went home with were delicious!
Full Sail University
Kirstie Fitzpatrick, Regional Outreach Representative from Full Sail University, stopped by the Technology classes on Wednesday, October 23. Kirstie spent time explaining the opportunities offered to students who enroll in Full Sail University, which is a school in Florida that offers degrees in Entertainment, Media, Arts, and Technology. Students got the chance to use iPads and software of special interest for each class. Period 2, MultiMedia students, experienced stop-motion animation. Students worked in groups to create their own stop-motion animation movie, which were viewed by the students in class. Period 4 students, the Game and App Design class, got to play Jelly Juggle for five minutes with a prize going to the student with the highest score. After playing, students got busy designing a game of their own. Students in Period 6, Web Design and Development, learned about the business of entertainment. Using the iPads, they got to simulate a unique money-making idea for Coachella, the annual music festival. Students made choices on who their target audience is, how much to spend on advertising, and how much to charge for the special experience they came up with. Many were surprised at the enormous profits generated by their entrepreneurial ideas.
Video of the WeekSki Club
Do you like to ski or snowboard? If so, consider joining the CHS Downhill Ski/Snowboard Club. This club program is open to students from grade 8 through grade 12. It will run after school for a minimum of five consecutive Tuesdays beginning January 7th. The club will be skiing at Brandywine Ski Resort. Club passes are also valid at Alpine Valley. No experience is necessary to join; both rentals and lessons are included in the club price. Students who have season passes are welcome to join and only pay the bus fee.
If your son/daughter is interested in joining, please see the attached forms for more details about registration. The first registration deadline is November 22, which is just four weeks away! All students who register by this date get a free long-sleeve ski club shirt at no additional cost! If you have any questions, please contact the adviser (Alison Fisher) at alison.fisher@chardonschools.org or have your child see Miss Fisher during the school day in room 307. Hope you consider joining us on the slopes in January! Yearbook: Senior Pictures
SUBMISSION DEADLINE for senior pictures are Friday, JANUARY 10, 2020
Requirements for your senior picture:
Submitting your senior picture:
Note: Digital submissions are much preferred and strongly recommended in order to preserve the quality of the photos. Senior Tributes
Tours of CHS
In the interest of providing community members with an up-close view of the building-related challenges at Chardon High School, the Chardon Local School District extends an invitation to all interested community members to attend a guided tour of the high school (151 Chardon Avenue).
These are open-to-the-public events with opportunity for Q&A:
For those who have online access, facility photos can be found on the District's Twitter and Facebook pages under hashtag #TopperFacilities. We also invite you to visit the Bond Issue 21/Facilities Plan page of the District's website (under Resources), which includes a recently expanded FAQs document for common questions pertaining to Bond Issue 21. Questions? Facility-related questions can be directed to facilities@chardonschools.org. Thank you for your interest and for sharing the tour dates. We hope to see you on the 26th! MCore Heart Screenings
The MCORE Foundation to Provide Cardiac Screening Opportunity for Chardon High School on November 6, 2019
Why Preventative Heart Screenings for Youth Ages 12-22? Chardon High School Parents and Community, Each year over 400,000 people are affected by sudden cardiac arrest. Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is not a heart attack but an electrical malfunction of the heart that causes it to stop suddenly. Sudden cardiac arrest is often called the silent killer as you or your child could have an abnormality that goes undetected and without any recognizable symptoms until it is too late. The mission of the MCORE Foundation is providing communities with education about sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), symptoms and family history in hopes to prevent these tragedies from happening in our communities. Our education program works in conjunction with a high level mobile cardiac unit that provides preventative baseline heart screenings for children ages 12-22. Our mobile screening unit partners with schools, hospitals and foundations to provide convenient and dependable heart screenings that otherwise would not be available. Our mobile cardiac unit will be at Chardon High School on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 All MCORE Foundation screenings include: • An ECG and limited Echo test performed by registered cardiac sonographers • Results read by our team of pediatric and general cardiologists • Images stored within your secured account for future access or to send to your medical provider. Each test is approximately 10-12 minutes and you may use your healthcare spending account or flex care spending account for payment. *Should you require financial assistance please contact us. To learn more about the MCORE Foundation, get involved with our mission, or to donate please visit us at: www.mcorefoundation.org Chardon High School Heart Screening Screening Location will be in the Learning Center Conference Room Time: 8am – 4pm When: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 Cost: $79 To schedule your screening time please click https://mcorefoundation.org/scheduler_schedule/?school=162 or www.mcorefoundation.org, create an account and choose Chardon High School. If you have questions or need help registering please contact mCORE: 866-382-2319. Chardon Goes to the Musicals
Back by popular demand, Chardon Goes to the Musicals is selling tickets for the upcoming season. Please include the attached two fliers in your newsletters - Irving Berlin's White Christmas and Mean Girls. Both have money due to Munson PTO by Tuesday, October 29, so there is no need to advertise after that.
Thank you in advance for another year of helping to promote the arts at Playhouse Square, the second largest theater district outside of Broadway. Chardon Goes to the Musicals has sold over 500 tickets. A reminder this is not a fundraiser, but simply a way for community members to obtain tickets at discounted prices. Coming Soon: Pancake Breakfast!
The girls from Girl Scout Troop 70563 have been volunteering at the VFW spring pancake breakfasts for years. Now they are seniors and working on their gold awards. As you know, fundraising for the projects is a big job - as a thank you for all of the years of volunteering, the VFW has graciously offered to host an off-season pancake breakfast on Sunday, November 3, with all proceeds benefitting these remarkable young women.
The three seniors have all chosen to spend their 80 hour Gold Award projects to better Chardon Local Schools: Brigit Morgan - renovating portions of the CMS band room Maddie McDonald - installing a handicap railing at Chardon Memorial Field Natalie Fullerman - building a reading hut at Munson Elementary 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) Topper Bistro
The latest edition of Topper TalkThe Quality Profile
Have a beautiful weekend with family and friends!
Douglas Murray, Principal 10/16/2019 The @chs_dmurray Week in Reflection: 10/18The Finish line is the beginning of a whole new race
64 consecutive days.
1,536 hours 92, 160 minutes 5, 529,600 seconds 1/4 of a school year From your perspective, how did your son(s) or daughter(s) succeed and make strides in their performance this quarter? What worked? What struggles did you notice? How was their time used? Chances are if you are reading this...you truly care about the performance of your children. We all do. So as you reflect on the closure of one quarter, let's reflect on a few essential questions. Describe your goals for the quarter, how you made them visible, and how they were communicated to others? Articulate the steps that you managed your time for school, sports, work, family and family time. Reflect on how you communicated to your teachers when you were stuck, confused, or needed help. How did you celebrate success? Goals are critical. They keep you focused on what’s important, and allow you to make the best use of your 24 hours each day. When tackled correctly, they force you out of your comfort zone and help you grow more than you would without them. Just by setting a goal, you are taking an active role in driving new and better results in your life. What could be more important than that? Teaching our teenagers to set goals effectively can be life-changing. However, as we teach goal-setting to our children, we need to make sure we’re showing them how to use goals to have the greatest possible positive impact on their lives. Here are six strategies adapted and annotated from an article- 7 Mindsets: Goal Setting for Teens for smart goal setting for teens that can help them maximize the potential of their lives: 1. It must be on their terms The most important thing to remember is that these are their goals, not yours. One of the biggest mistakes we can make as parents is wanting our children to live in their images and in alignment with their definitions of success. In doing so, parents can unconsciously push their children down disingenuous paths that can result in reduced success and meaning from their goals. 2. Connect their goals to the ultimate currency… happiness! What we want for our children is happiness on their terms. Happiness can be defined as finding joy, gratitude, love, or pleasure in the simplest of things...to the most luxurious things. Simplifying happiness comes down to the most sacred thing that we all experience: Time. Finding time is based upon organizing our day in simple things: breaking down barriers to learn, finding success, and celebrating life. 3. Help them frame their lives Every year, we ask students to share their dreams and goals. We can hear it now..."what do you want to be when you grow up". To fully encapsulate we have to refine the lens to our goals, purpose, talents, and passions. Due to the world that we all live in, it’s easy to get very narrow with our vision for life and lose sight of some crucial components to our happiness. One of the first things you want to do is help your children frame and shape life in simple ways. As the first teacher, we should help define their priorities, which might include things like family, friends, faith, health, education, profession, wealth and social impact. We should ask them to consider all these areas as they think about and plan for the future, so they can set goals that will provide the greatest benefit to them. 4. Teach them to dream big but play small Teaching our children that goals are steps that we take on the path to our dreams is very important. The things we measure most often improve in our lives, so we must help our children set goals that are specific and measurable. For example, setting a goal to get straight A’s is much less powerful than a goal to use Cornell note-taking to prepare for each course... Remember that success is never one huge leap. It is almost always a succession of hundreds or thousands of tiny steps forward… and most likely with a few steps backward along the way. The greatest replicator of success is success. It’s both easy and common to give up on goals – and, therefore, dreams – if they’re too lofty or far away. It is really important to set goals that are attainable. The sense of gratification that students get from accomplishing small yet meaningful goals will help sustain the energy and belief as they move towards greater accomplishments. 5. They need to take stock along the way Setting goals can be a double-edged sword. It can drive purposeful action in our lives and allow us to achieve more over a shorter period of time. However, we need to be careful with ourselves and with our children, because goals can also be a source of anxiety. All of us have the tendency to create a hyper-focus on future circumstances. This can produce an “I’ll be happy when…” mentality, when what we want is to find inner happiness in this moment. With this awareness in mind, try to intertwine the process of goal-setting with an ongoing habit of recognizing existing successes and accomplishments. The present should never be sacrificed for the future, and goals should simply be tools to get the most out of the time we have. 6. Make goal-setting as engaging as possible We all know that, when working with teens, we’re competing with a constant barrage of distractions – video games, social media, and high school relationships. This process is predicated on patience and self-discipline, but we need to change it up a bit sometimes to help get the process started. We all want what’s best for our kids. Teaching them to think in terms of setting and accomplishing goals will help them become their own best sources for fulfillment, and provide the recognition that they control the outcomes in their lives. Through smart goal setting for teens, we can give our children the most important gift any parent can give: the ability to thrive in life without us.
7 Mindsets. "Goal Setting For Teens." 7 Mindsets. 7 Jun. 2016. Web. 17 Oct. 2019. <https://7mindsets.com/smart-goal-setting-for-teens/>
Fall Concert
The CHS Choirs presented their fall concert on Wednesday, Oct. 16th titled "Please Stay". The concert presented themes around mental health. Music can often express ideas and emotions that are otherwise hard to communicate. During this quarter, the choirs have been working on music that allows for the expression of sorrow, providing comfort, and aim to uplift the singers and the audience. We as a community depend on each other to lift each other up and provide support and understanding during difficult times. Students had opportunities to share life's stresses, and ways that they overcome challenging times. Mental health statistics can be daunting, but with self-awareness and awareness of those in our midst, we can find health. Students have been encouraged to seek help, ask for support, and to approach others with compassion. Congratulations to the 130 CHS choir students for their passionate and meaningful performance! Special thanks to Mr. Streiff who does such a phenomenal job preparing our kids! Enjoy some of the rehearsal videos recorded hours before the show, along with Mr. Bandiera's video posted on Twitter.
AP Exam Fees
College Board changed the timeline from a Spring registration to Fall registration. Our school counselors have been trying to make sure that students and parents are aware of this change in practice. Mr. Hurlbut has gone into every AP course to assist students within the College Board website.
AP Exam Registration fees are due November 1st. AP Exam fees have been added to your School Fees within Infinite Campus. Students can pay these AP Exam fees through the online portal or in person with Mrs. McBride. Checks should be made out to "Chardon BOE." Students who qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch are eligible for fee reductions through the College Board and the Ohio Department of Education. If you have questions or concerns in regards to these exam fees, please reach out to Tim Hurlbut at 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 13th 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 MathCounts Information for Chardon H.S.
Do you enjoy working on challenging puzzles? Do you enjoy working with others to problem solve? Would you like the opportunity to represent Chardon Schools in a Local, State or National Math Competition?
If so, then MathCounts is for you! MathCounts is a national program that provides students in grades 6-8 the opportunity to compete in live, in-person contests against and alongside their peers. The Chardon High and Middle School MathCounts Club will begin meeting once a week starting in October. The Math Counts group is looking for 8th grade students and their friends who are interested in working together in groups of four to solve challenging puzzles. Don’t worry if you are a group of 1, 2 or 3, if you love solving math problems, we will find a group for you! If you are interested in joining MathCounts, please see Mr. Francis or Mrs. Mysyk at Chardon M.S. or contact them via email to sign up. Here is a link to the Math Counts website just as FYI: https://www.mathcounts.org/ Parent-Teacher Conferences
Please click on the link below to sign up for PT Conferences.
Tuesday, October 22 (4:30-8:30 pm) Thursday, November 21 (4:30-8:00 pm) Sign up here. Piece of the Week
"Pomme" by Christen Niedzielski, Grade 12
Images of the Week CHS teachers Victoria Eby, Al Herner and Heather Biernacki get the "scoop" on employment opportunities during the tour of Best Sand in Geauga County.
The NEOEA day tour of local Geauga County businesses
Speaking with employees at Great Lakes Cheese, St. Gobain Crystals, Geauga University Hospital, Geauga Park District and Best Sand was a valuable experience for the educators who attended the Geauga ESC, Geauga Growth Partnership, & Ohio Means Jobs tour of local Geauga County businesses on NEOEA day. Representatives from Human Resources, and managers from several departments took time to explain the skills and qualities they want to see in high school graduates who apply for entry level jobs. The opportunities are plentiful for students who graduate with strong mechanical skills, and video gaming experience. Students who exhibit soft skills such as punctuality, communication, collaboration, a desire to learn, enthusiasm for the work and loyalty to the company can go far working in these local industries. Many offer higher than minimum wage to new hires, and the chance to move up in the company is available. Great Lakes Cheese is expanding and expects to hire 200-400 new employees within the year. While automation has certainly impacted the workforce, opportunities are still abundant as long as the person seeking employment has the right skills and mindset to be successful.
French Club took a field trip (last weekend) to the Cleveland Art Museum and the West Side Market.
Video of the WeekYearbook: Senior Pictures
SUBMISSION DEADLINE for senior pictures are Friday, JANUARY 10, 2020
Requirements for your senior picture:
Submitting your senior picture:
Note: Digital submissions are much preferred and strongly recommended in order to preserve the quality of the photos. Senior TributesTours of CHS
In the interest of providing community members with an up-close view of the building-related challenges at Chardon High School, the Chardon Local School District extends an invitation to all interested community members to attend a guided tour of the high school (151 Chardon Avenue).
These are open-to-the-public events with opportunity for Q&A:
For those who have online access, facility photos can be found on the District's Twitter and Facebook pages under hashtag #TopperFacilities. We also invite you to visit the Bond Issue 21/Facilities Plan page of the District's website (under Resources), which includes a recently expanded FAQs document for common questions pertaining to Bond Issue 21. Questions? Facility-related questions can be directed to facilities@chardonschools.org. Thank you for your interest and for sharing the tour dates. We hope to see you on the 19th or 26th! MCore Heart Screenings
The MCORE Foundation to Provide Cardiac Screening Opportunity for Chardon High School on November 6, 2019
Why Preventative Heart Screenings for Youth Ages 12-22? Chardon High School Parents and Community, Each year over 400,000 people are affected by sudden cardiac arrest. Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is not a heart attack but an electrical malfunction of the heart that causes it to stop suddenly. Sudden cardiac arrest is often called the silent killer as you or your child could have an abnormality that goes undetected and without any recognizable symptoms until it is too late. The mission of the MCORE Foundation is providing communities with education about sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), symptoms and family history in hopes to prevent these tragedies from happening in our communities. Our education program works in conjunction with a high level mobile cardiac unit that provides preventative baseline heart screenings for children ages 12-22. Our mobile screening unit partners with schools, hospitals and foundations to provide convenient and dependable heart screenings that otherwise would not be available. Our mobile cardiac unit will be at Chardon High School on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 All MCORE Foundation screenings include: • An ECG and limited Echo test performed by registered cardiac sonographers • Results read by our team of pediatric and general cardiologists • Images stored within your secured account for future access or to send to your medical provider. Each test is approximately 10-12 minutes and you may use your healthcare spending account or flex care spending account for payment. *Should you require financial assistance please contact us. To learn more about the MCORE Foundation, get involved with our mission, or to donate please visit us at: www.mcorefoundation.org Chardon High School Heart Screening Screening Location will be in the Learning Center Conference Room Time: 8am – 4pm When: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 Cost: $79 To schedule your screening time please click https://mcorefoundation.org/scheduler_schedule/?school=162 or www.mcorefoundation.org, create an account and choose Chardon High School. If you have questions or need help registering please contact mCORE: 866-382-2319. Halloween Costumes
Several students have asked me about Halloween. I felt that it was important to share this communication with you now as you prepare for lessons and student experiences.
Thursday, October 31 is Halloween. However, with all of the excitement leading into the week- the Chardon Crazies and the CHS Administration are moving the traditional costume day to Friday, October 25 to align with the theme for the night. This is has been the plan for the last several years. Our students have traditionally dressed in appropriate costumes at school for the day. All Students will be permitted to dress this year, as long as the outfit properly follows the guidelines below. Staff and administration will be extremely diligent to ensure that all costumes are school appropriate and not a distraction to other students in their classes. Some things to consider when creating your costume:
On Thursday, October 31, students will dress in regular attire and NOT in costume. Students may certainly dress in Halloween shirts, sweatshirts, etc on this day. Chardon Goes to the Musicals
Back by popular demand, Chardon Goes to the Musicals is selling tickets for the upcoming season. Please include the attached two fliers in your newsletters - Irving Berlin's White Christmas and Mean Girls. Both have money due to Munson PTO by Tuesday, October 29, so there is no need to advertise after that.
Thank you in advance for another year of helping to promote the arts at Playhouse Square, the second largest theater district outside of Broadway. Chardon Goes to the Musicals has sold over 500 tickets. A reminder this is not a fundraiser, but simply a way for community members to obtain tickets at discounted prices. Coming Soon: Pancake Breakfast!
The girls from Girl Scout Troop 70563 have been volunteering at the VFW spring pancake breakfasts for years. Now they are seniors and working on their gold awards. As you know, fundraising for the projects is a big job - as a thank you for all of the years of volunteering, the VFW has graciously offered to host an off-season pancake breakfast on Sunday, November 3, with all proceeds benefitting these remarkable young women.
The three seniors have all chosen to spend their 80 hour Gold Award projects to better Chardon Local Schools: Brigit Morgan - renovating portions of the CMS band room Maddie McDonald - installing a handicap railing at Chardon Memorial Field Natalie Fullerman - building a reading hut at Munson Elementary In Closing: A Note that ALL student Received from me via email
I have spent the past twenty years as an educator. This year just might be the most invigorating and challenging at the same time.
Why is it so invigorating? Maybe it is because we spent so much time preparing for this year and now we are able to see everything come to fruition. Maybe it is related to all of the activities that we have designed for students. What strikes me the most is the number of students that we are able to assist in the journey. I really love working with students and helping them find their purpose in life. Every single one of you will eventually graduate and I hope that through the courses and experiences at CHS-- your journey will help you find your purpose in life. I believe in each of you and I know that everyone has a story along the way. We are closing out the first quarter...this is a time to assess your goals and outcomes. I will be the first to tell you that grades are not the "tell-all" to school. Learning is what matters the most. Yet, our country places so much emphasis on the mark in a grade book. Certainly, having a positive mark in the grade book helps out in many ways. It helps your motivation, relationships, and may even keep you from being grounded. Grades can get you places...but learning takes you places where grades can't take you. For me, I was just your average 3.0 Chardon High Student...but, I was involved in so many activities in school. I also had a story. Life wasn't perfect for me. I have faced many situations in my life that were difficult. Yet, I dug deep to focus on finding my purpose. I didn't have a principal that wrote me emails. I have felt just about every emotion that you have. Look at me now--several college degrees later and numerous experiences brought me back as principal of CHS. Anything is possible if you put the time in. We all find ourselves at various plots on the graph of life. The purpose of this email is to remind you that we care deeply for your success and we hope that you have taken the time to see the goodness in you; in others. We are at the first stage of a four-part race. If you are satisfied with the outcome of the first quarter--keep striving for greatness. If you have experienced some victories and losses this quarter--keep striving. If you have more losses than victories--keep striving. You got this! Your teachers, counselors, and principals will always be one of your biggest fans! Your teachers will always be there for you--take the time to continue building your relationships with them. They care so deeply for you! If you ever need them to assist you--just ask. Reflect on this quarter and continue to strive for where you want to be. We will always guide you with your courses, time management skills, and social-emotional needs. Make today count! 
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) 
Volunteer Fair
Stay warm!
Douglas Murray, Principal Forging Your Purpose in Steel
This week was another opportunity to grow at Chardon High School. It is hard to believe that we are rounding third and heading home at the end of a quarter. As Principal, one of the most essential responsibilities is to be an instructional leader. Managing my time is essential. Every day, I have a list of mission-driven tasks and goals to accomplish. There is always the plan, and then there is the reality of the undocumented needs that arrive in my office any given day. We all know that this is all apart of the master plan of leadership. Finding the time to multi/multi-task becomes an essential task in the life of a building administrator. A few years ago, I was teaching and trying to make a difference in the lives of students through learning, service, and athletics. Today, I am blessed to serve 1210 students, and 110 adults in living our mission. I have always been a progressive thinker in education. I am a reflective learner that strives to refine my practice all the time. Everything I do surrounds my personal mission statement, and individual purpose which connects to the vision of Chardon Local Schools.
Our choices are one thing that we can control. Our actions emulate our choices, and our character defines our lives. This mantra helps define our purpose. I am a big advocate of empowering students, and adults all of the time. One of the biggest questions that our children asked at an early age was "why!?" Why does this happen, Why does this do that, or Why are we going here...to a simple-- why does why, why! Asking probing questions enhances our curiosity throughout life. Many years ago, you chose Chardon as a place to live. You valued the beauty, community, safety, opportunity, and education. There are many other factors that played a role in your decision to choose Chardon Schools, and you entrust us in preparing your children for college, career, and life readiness. We are at the dawn of the first finish line. The end of the first quarter is upon us one week from today. Take the time to discuss where your son(s)/daughter(s) are during the first quarter, and ways that we can continue to support their learning. Our teachers are committed to serve, assist, and guide your children in any way possible. Make sure to reach out to them if you ever need anything. The more they know--the better that they can respond. This was another extraordinary week at CHS. Take the time to check out all of the latest things happening in this week's edition of the Week in Reflection. Shantytown/ Poverty Simulation/ Chil Cook-Off
Last weekend was an extraordinary experience for our students. On Friday, our Interact Club hosted a Chili Cook-Off which raised nearly $1,000 for a local charity. The next day, our students participated in a poverty simulation similar to the one that our staff experienced on the first teacher day in August. This transformative experience opened the eyes of our students who truly learned what life is like for thousands of people in Geauga County. This experience transitioned into Shantytown. 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 engaged with current and former homeless speakers, shared a simple meal, watched a movie regarding homelessness, and spent the night sleeping in the football stadium. The next day, these dedicated advocates returned 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.
On October 10, six students with three teacher chaperones left after school to drive to Chicago to learn, serve, and demonstrate our core values to the men and women at Su Casa. The students and chaperones will be doing chores, serving dinner, and working with the local food pantry to expand their outreach. This experience will prepare our students for serving the needs of others in Chardon, Geauga, Lake and Cuyahoga county. It is important to note that all participants of the Service Learning course and Shantytown raised money for local non-profits engaged in providing support to people who are living in poverty. Recipients 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). We are so grateful for the time, energy, preparation, service, and outreach that this class and teacher placed into this meaningful experience! Special thanks to the teachers, parents, and community members who helped out and to Mr. Mizen and Mr. Brown who designed this entire week of learning.
Student Testimonial- Allison Sutton
I would like to talk about my experience at Shantytown! I honestly think that everyone in our school should do it at least one time in their school time career. I honestly had a rough night. My box caved in, so when I woke up I had a smaller amount of room to move. The rain poured that night. When I woke up I was able to ring out my blanket full of rainwater. I think I woke up every 2 hours that night and at 5:30 am I couldn't go back to sleep. Shantytown was supposed to show how homeless people felt. I think Mr.Mizen and Mr.Brown did a fantastic job of making the experience as close as possible to real life. After getting rid of our phones it was a relief from the world. As a family, we sat around our boxes and tents and did something that not many kids do. We talked. We laughed and interacted and talked to kids that we wouldn't normally talk to. Because of Shanty Town I made life-long friends. Shantytown isn't supposed to "insensitive" to homeless people and show "our privilege" but it is supposed to show what is actually happening in the real world. This also gives the kids going to Chicago to go volunteer at a homeless shelter more understanding of the people and what they go through.
Allison Sutton, Senior The World of Harry Potter
Using the book, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, students from Mrs. Newman's Harry Potter class researched various beasts. After answering follow-up questions and drawing their beasts, students completed an enrichment project by creatively designing one of the beasts or writing diary entries as they "followed" the beasts. Students could complete the project in any medium they chose.
Whitney Beorn - cupcake puffskeins Sydney Murray -clay moon calf Anna Gerstner - lego ashwinder Sara Conway - lego thunderbird Elizabeth Kirouac - drawing of basilisk heir Ohio Scholastic Media Association
On Thursday, October 3rd students from the MultiMedia and Newspaper classes attended OSMA’s (Ohio Scholastic Media Association) workshop at Kent State University. The 22 students who attended from CHS were able to choose from over 50 sessions to attend. Topics included legal and ethical situations, copyright law, finding story ideas, using big data to tell a story, grammar mistakes and how to avoid them, photo issues, interview techniques, and fake news, just to name a few. Experts in the field of journalism, photography, and law from Youngstown State, Kent State, Ashland University, and local school districts were some of the pros who presented to the students. Students and advisors, Mrs. Eby and Mr. Lichtinger, came away with several fresh ideas and tools to apply to the school newspaper and video announcements.
ELA LIVE
Originally conceived by Language Arts teacher Dawn Weaver, Language Arts Live! is a speaker and resource program which provides students with examples of how the knowledge they acquire in the classroom translates to the professional world and life beyond high school. The objectives are for students to be able to better understand the various reading, writing and communication skills they are currently learning and to then be able to apply these skills meaningfully to their lives.
The key to the success of this series is parental and community involvement which reinforces our CHARDON core values. Parents and community professionals come into our classrooms and participate in a panel discussion regarding the use of language and communication skills in various settings. Our seniors, in preparation for college and career readiness, will be exploring technical and career writing with the help of mentors currently in the professions to which the seniors aspire. The variety of professionals explain to the students the importance of effective communication skills, ideally motivating them to be effective communicators themselves. On October 4, Heather Biernacki and Lynn Monaco welcomed Allison Zeiger, Kevin Farina, Mary Beth Rus, Madelon Horvath, and Regina Rosace into their senior ELA courses for this year’s speaker panel. 
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). PSAT Practice Test Preparing for the ACT October 16: PSAT/Pre-ACT Schedule October 16 Logistics for the day: Online Schedule Testing 7:20 AM-11:00 AM; Classes commence 11:33 AM-2:26 PM (adjusted schedule)
Thursday, October 17
The schedule is posted below. 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 13th 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 Topper Times are NOW AVAILABLE for Q2
Students, click on this link to explore 2nd quarter Topper Times.
MathCounts Information for Chardon H.S.
Do you enjoy working on challenging puzzles? Do you enjoy working with others to problem solve? Would you like the opportunity to represent Chardon Schools in a Local, State or National Math Competition?
If so, then MathCounts is for you! MathCounts is a national program that provides students in grades 6-8 the opportunity to compete in live, in-person contests against and alongside their peers. The Chardon High and Middle School MathCounts Club will begin meeting once a week starting in October. The Math Counts group is looking for 8th grade students and their friends who are interested in working together in groups of four to solve challenging puzzles. Don’t worry if you are a group of 1, 2 or 3, if you love solving math problems, we will find a group for you! If you are interested in joining MathCounts, please see Mr. Francis or Mrs. Mysyk at Chardon M.S. or contact them via email to sign up. Here is a link to the Math Counts website just as FYI: https://www.mathcounts.org/ Parent-Teacher Conferences
Please click on the link below to sign up for PT Conferences.
Tuesday, October 22 (4:30-8:30 pm) Thursday, November 21 (4:30-8:00 pm) Sign up here. Crucial Conversations
Vaping: The Health and Legal Risks presented by Dr. Mendeszoon and Chardon Schools SRO Officer Carlson and Mrs. Bell, Ravenwood.
** Mrs. Bell will be available to speak with any student or parent who would like strategies or assistance in quitting vaping** Ending the Silence presented by NAMI of Geauga County is designed to increase awareness and decrease the stigma of mental illness through education and the use of personal stories. Healthy Habits for Teens: Sleep, Nutrition, and Social Media presented by Dr. Leone LGBTQ+: Raising Awareness and Addressing Challenges presented by Mrs. Grantham, Mr. Herner, and Chardon students. A Journey of Hope and Recovery told through personal stories with Lake Geauga Recovery Center clients and staff Social Media Safety presented by Rick Warner, Geauga County Prosecutors Office. **This presentation is for adults only and will provide information that can be used help keep youth safe online** Piece of the Week
This piece is by Alexis Fishleigh, Grade 11, "Neon Portrait"
Images of the Week
Mrs. Joanne DeShetler's Book Project for her Chardon High School English I Honors students with Park Elementary's Kindergarten students.
Video of the WeekTours of CHS
In the interest of providing community members with an up-close view of the building-related challenges at Chardon High School, the Chardon Local School District extends an invitation to all interested community members to attend a guided tour of the high school (151 Chardon Avenue).
The following three (3) District-led tour dates are open-to-the-public events with opportunity for Q&A
For those who have online access, facility photos can be found on the District's Twitter and Facebook pages under hashtag #TopperFacilities. We also invite you to visit the Facilities Plan page of the District's website, which includes a FAQs document for commonly asked questions pertaining to Bond Issue 21. Questions? Facility-related questions can be directed to facilities@chardonschools.org. Thank you for your interest and for sharing the tour dates. We hope to see you there. ~Chardon Schools 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) Chardon Goes to the Musicals
Back by popular demand, Chardon Goes to the Musicals is selling tickets for the upcoming season. Please include the attached two fliers in your newsletters - Irving Berlin's White Christmas and Mean Girls. Both have money due to Munson PTO by Tuesday, October 29, so there is no need to advertise after that.
Thank you in advance for another year of helping to promote the arts at Playhouse Square, the second largest theater district outside of Broadway. Chardon Goes to the Musicals has sold over 500 tickets. A reminder this is not a fundraiser, but simply a way for community members to obtain tickets at discounted prices. Halloween Costumes
Several students have asked me about Halloween. I felt that it was important to share this communication with you now as you prepare for lessons and student experiences.
Thursday, October 31 is Halloween. However, with all of the excitement leading into the week- the Chardon Crazies and the CHS Administration are moving the traditional costume day to Friday, October 25 to align with the theme for the night. This is has been the plan for the last several years. Our students have traditionally dressed in appropriate costumes at school for the day. All Students will be permitted to dress this year, as long as the outfit properly follows the guidelines below. Staff and administration will be extremely diligent to ensure that all costumes are school appropriate and not a distraction to other students in their classes. Some things to consider when creating your costume:
On Thursday, October 31, students will dress in regular attire and NOT in costume. Students may certainly dress in Halloween shirts, sweatshirts, etc on this day. Topper Bistro
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Have a beautiful weekend with family and friends!
Douglas Murray, Principal 10/2/2019 The @chs_dmurray Week in Reflection
“The deepest principle of human nature is craving to be appreciated.” This quote from William James provides a lens for all of us to look through. If we are honest with ourselves, we all want and need to feel valued for who we are and recognized for our contributions and accomplishments. It’s important for us to know that we have made a difference in someone’s life.
I appreciate all of you for who you are and what you have accomplished this quarter. We have so many things to be grateful for each day. When you stop and think about the simple things in life, you reflect on all those areas of your life that transcend us to who we are. Live Simply In the complex world in which we live, the noise can often surround us from all sides. Living simply can allow us to disconnect from the noise. Organizational effectiveness and proper planning is never simple. This work gives us the purpose to expand our territory in order to handle all of our responsibilities. However, inside of the planning, it is important to be mindful of how you are doing and to take the time to breathe, reflect, and rejuvenate your energy. This reminder of living simply can benefit not only students but any adult running through a tight schedule. Dream Big Living in the moment is a phrase that we rehearse and apply from the direction of our parents and adult mentors. This phrase is often used to ground us from daydreaming. For example, I would often share that I wanted to be a professional baseball player and make all of this money living in my big dream. Our dreams certainly can become a reality. What draws out of our creative energies is not only an appreciation of likes, talents, and desires---but, and expansion of our thoughts--hopes-- and work ethics. Dreaming big is not a lost art, it is the fabric that allows us to critically think, innovate and solve new problems in the world. Be Grateful If a person takes the time to express their heartfelt appreciation for something we have done, it boosts our spirit, passion, and purpose. It builds our self-confidence, self-esteem and our entire self-image. It gives us energy and motivation to work harder and do more. Give Love Take the time to thank those that love you. Write them a note, call them, send a text. Likewise, as hard as it is, be mindful of those that might not be as kind to you and model kindness. When you look in the mirror, remind yourself of your own beauty. Life is so short. When we pause in the present moment, we take the time to appreciate all of the little things around us. Never take for granted your time with others. Laugh Lots The best medicine for a rough day is laughter! Celebrate the simple things and laugh! One of the best things this week was laughing and laughing with Mr. Fronk after school. Humor can go a long way to refresh your energy and celebrate each other. What we value becomes a reflection of our thoughts, deeds, and actions. So, practice kindness, appreciation, and make another person feel better by your presence. That becomes the gift that energizes others to live their purpose. Make today great! 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). PSAT Practice Test Preparing for the ACT October 16: PSAT/Pre-ACT Schedule
October 16
Logistics for the day: Online Schedule Testing 7:20 AM-11:00 AM; Classes commence 11:33 AM-2:26 PM (adjusted schedule)
Thursday, October 17
The schedule is posted below. 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 13th 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 Update
MathCounts Information for Chardon H.S.
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Monday
Popcorn Chicken Bowl Mashed Potatoes Homemade Gravy Seasoned Corn Grab and Go Salads and Sandwiches Bosco Sticks Spicy Chicken Sandwich Assorted Pizzas Chicken or Burgers Tuesday Chicken and Waffles Maple Bacon Sauce Tater Tots Pizza Hut Pizza!! Grab & Go Salads and Sandwiches Asst. Chicken Sandwiches Panini Sandwiches Chicken or Burgers Wednesday Beef Sliders with cheese Green Beans Baked Fries Grab & Go Salads and Sandwiches Chicken or Burgers Bosco Sticks Assorted Pizzas Thursday Pasta Time!!! Penne Pasta Homemade Meat sauce Sauce Cheesy Alfredo Sauce Warm Garlic Bread Steamed Broccoli Chicken or Burgers Grab & Go Salads and Sandwiches Specialty Pizza Panini Sandwiches |
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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!
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Crucial Conversations
Please join CHS and local community partners for an evening of presentations about issues teens are facing. Break-out sessions include:
NAMI of Geauga County - Ending the Silence
Dr. Louis Leone - Healthy Habits for Teens: Sleep, Nutrition, and Social Media
Dr. Mark Mendeszoon, Chardon Police Department, Chardon Students- Vaping
Ms. Grantham, Mr. Herner, Chardon Students - LGTBQ+
A Journey of Recovery - Lake Geauga Recovery Center
Chardon Student Panel
NAMI of Geauga County - Ending the Silence
Dr. Louis Leone - Healthy Habits for Teens: Sleep, Nutrition, and Social Media
Dr. Mark Mendeszoon, Chardon Police Department, Chardon Students- Vaping
Ms. Grantham, Mr. Herner, Chardon Students - LGTBQ+
A Journey of Recovery - Lake Geauga Recovery Center
Chardon Student Panel
October Learning Center Newsletter
In this issue, readers will find the latest information from INFOhio. Looking for Professional Development opportunities? INFOhio has that. Looking for high-quality tools to use in the classroom that align with standards? INFOhio has that, and many more quality resources available for educators, parents, and students in Ohio. For access to it all, just follow the hyperlinks provided in the newsletter.
Piece of the Week
"Shell Study" by Annie Ciszak, grade 12
A preview of the animation project, three separate frames by Annie Ciszak
Images of the Weeks
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Students in Dr. Schneider's AP Physics C are preparing a lab on projectile studies
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Tours of CHS
In the interest of providing community members with an up-close view of the building-related challenges at Chardon High School, the Chardon Local School District extends an invitation to all interested community members to attend a guided tour of the high school (151 Chardon Avenue).
The following three (3) District-led tour dates are open-to-the-public events with opportunity for Q&A:
For those who have online access, facility photos can be found on the District's Twitter and Facebook pages under hashtag #TopperFacilities. We also invite you to visit the Facilities Plan page of the District's website, which includes a FAQs document for commonly asked questions pertaining to Bond Issue 21.
Questions? Facility-related questions can be directed to facilities@chardonschools.org.
Thank you for your interest and for sharing the tour dates. We hope to see you there.
~Chardon Schools
The following three (3) District-led tour dates are open-to-the-public events with opportunity for Q&A:
- Thursday OCTOBER 3RD 7:00PM - 9:00PM
- Saturday OCTOBER 19TH 9:00AM - 10:30AM
- Saturday OCTOBER 26TH 1:00PM - 2:30PM
For those who have online access, facility photos can be found on the District's Twitter and Facebook pages under hashtag #TopperFacilities. We also invite you to visit the Facilities Plan page of the District's website, which includes a FAQs document for commonly asked questions pertaining to Bond Issue 21.
Questions? Facility-related questions can be directed to facilities@chardonschools.org.
Thank you for your interest and for sharing the tour dates. We hope to see you there.
~Chardon Schools
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
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