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8/15/2018

The @chs_dmurray Week in Refection

Welcome Back!

"Against the wind
We were runnin' against the wind
We were young and strong, we were runnin'
Against the wind"
-Bob Seger
Many of the adults remember how this song hit the charts and then was reawakened in the film, Forrest Gump. Bob Seger is a lyrical magician that most of our kids would bypass in a second on their playlists.  So, why do I begin my first newsletter with this song? Well, after a meticulous summer of preparation....all of us have felt like we have been 'Runnin' against the wind.

I have to begin by expressing my sheer gratitude to our maintenance and custodial staff! They moved over 10,000 pieces of furniture along with thousands of totes while team cleaning every single building. None of this would have been possible without the "all hands" approach orchestrated and assisted by our district leadership team and staff. Likewise, our secretaries (many who moved buildings) learned new tasks and provided extraordinary feedback and operational efficiencies. The guidance staff worked way beyond what was expected of them to meet the needs of students, and guided parents during this transition.  In the same note, our athletic director trained coaches, communicated with parents, students, and scheduled hundreds of events! I am forever grateful to my assistant principals who modeled our core values; worked extra hours to lead, organize, and communicate hundreds of operational systems for our teachers. Throughout this summer, dozens of staff members (food service, aides, teachers) worked collaboratively to align standards and refine their practice!  Lastly, I want to thank all of our parents, guardians, and students who were so patient and understanding while we worked to prepare for this week!

Facts versus Fiction

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The energy has been so positive during the first week back at school. The reconfiguration has been a success inside our halls. Many adults have remarked that the building doesn't feel like we have even added a grade level.  The images above were taken at 7:45 AM during one of my many walks inside the building. As a graduate of Chardon (like many of our teachers and parents), we can recall when the enrollment was over 1,250 students. Over the years, enrollment significantly dropped.  When I started in 2013, we would see close to 1,150 students in the building...and that was just grades 9-12. Over the last few days, we have been averaging around 1, 230 students in the building. 

Every period, the administration walks the halls with the students to help and guide anyone that might need directions. Our students and staff have responded by helping others who were unable to locate rooms, lockers, or staff members. 

What is really noteworthy is the precision that our staff members have executed the bell schedule with our 8th and 9th graders.    

We completely expect that after our eligible upperclassmen finalize their open campus passes, and our full-time CCP students start their session, our hallways will be very similar to last year. Don't always believe what you see in a post or a snapshot; the real story is that our meticulous planning and countless walks show us that we are in a very good place ...and we will only get better.

Open Campus

Open Campus is available to seniors, juniors, and sophomores with a valid Chardon High School parking pass.  Students may apply for OPEN CAMPUS for any period of the day in which they have a study hall listed on their schedule.  To apply for Open Campus, you must have earned a 3.0 or above GPA the quarter prior to which you are applying.  In addition, students are expected to maintain a 3.0 or above GPA throughout the school year.  If you are interested in applying, please fill out this form.  Once you fill out the form, you can see Mr. Bandiera (Last Names A-L) or Mr. Higham (Last Names M-Z) to obtain your pass.  (Chardon High School handbook pp.113-114)

Transportation at CHS

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 Chardon High School
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For students at Chardon High School (grades 8-12) being dropped off and/or picked up, the procedures remain the same as last year.  Parents dropping-off/picking-up at Chardon High School enter the school campus via Maple Avenue, drive in front of the high school, and exit the campus via Memorial Drive onto Chardon Avenue.

Students at Chardon High School (grades 8-12) riding the school bus will enter the school building via the 200 hallway entrance (via the transportation compound).  School buses will be staged for students in the afternoon in front of the high school, on Memorial Drive, and in the Alcan; and will exit the campus both via North Street and Memorial Drive.

All Parents/Guardians
Please be mindful of the following:
  • Students (grades 8-12) at Chardon High School will be dismissing at 2:26 PM.  Parents picking up high school students will stage behind the buses between 2:25-2:35 PM. When the buses leave at 2:34 PM, traffic flow will proceed through the main drive. Parents may veer into the recessed drive adjacent to Maple while waiting to enter the main driveway. Student drivers will use the east exit (4 doors) through the staff lot to the student lot.  Parents will not use this drive for afternoon pickup for student safety. 
  • Student drivers will use the north gate and exit towards Canfield after school. The South gate will be closed for students who are walking across the crosswalk.
  • Parents picking up middle school students should plan on arriving after 2:45 PM.
  • Parents picking up students at Chardon Middle School should be aware of students walking to/from the track and stadium in the Alcan.
  • Traffic on Memorial Drive (which is a city street) is one-way (exiting onto Chardon Avenue).
  • Parents dropping off/picking up students at Chardon Middle School should not use the North Street parking lot unless entering the building.
  • On Wednesday mornings, students at the high school (grades 8-12) have a later start (9:02 AM).  Please be mindful that there may be increased car and student traffic during morning drop-off on Wednesdays.

We appreciate everyone’s attention and flexibility as we continue to monitor our traffic flow for the safety and security of all of our students.

The high school traffic flow has been great and I know that Mr. Velotta and his team are working to streamline the process for afternoon pick-up. The morning route has worked very well.

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Enclosed are several diagrams for your reference.

Morning

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Afternoon

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Topper Time: Grades 10-12

Topper Time was established during the 2017/2018 School Year as an Intervention and Enrichment Period for students in grades 9-12. During the first semester, Topper Time runs in conjunction with Freshman Mentoring so sign up will be limited to Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors. Topper Time occurs on White Days (Monday, Tuesday, and Friday) and runs for 26 minutes.

Student Directions:  To sign up for a Topper Time, please click on the link under Topper Time Selections.  You will be directed to the EventBrite Website for that Topper Time. If this is the selection you would like to sign up for, click the Green Register Button.  Enter your First Name, Last Name, and Email Address to register. Please only register for 1 Topper Time.

Selections are first come, first serve. Selections will fill up quickly.


Topper Time: 1st Quarter
Teacher

Leadership and Decision Making with Chess
Fronk

Chemistry Help and Lab Make-Ups
Rohr

Chardon Chic Boutique
Mrs. Britt

Geometry Help
Mrs. Robertson

Rest and Relaxation Strategies
Leikala

College Applications and Essays
Monaco

Walking Club
Carpenter and Niedzwiecki

In The Media- On the Media
Heintz

Spanish Help
Ms. K. Fisher and Korenke

Intramurals
Long

Be Inspired
McGovern

Runner’s Circle: A Creation of Community
Biernacki

Mindfulness
Grantham

New Television Blogs
Steinmetz

Problem Solving
Brown and Chenoweth

Algebra II and Statistics Help
Shafer

Current Global Events
Goss

Origami
Deshetler

Digital Art and Graphic Design
Blaschke

English III Help
Tersigni

Band Special Projects
Lichtler

Physical Science Reinforcement
Mr. Robertson

Science Arts and Crafts
Schneider

Decision Making in World War II
Cole

Creativity and Crafting
Kaiser

Service Oriented
Downs

Math Homework Help
Bonvisutto

Physical Science Extra Help
Yeager

Book Club
Monaco

Scrapbooking
Dalton

Core Values
Mrs. E Clark, Laseak, and Blackburn

Shark Tank
Herner

English I Support
Pokorny

Art Portfolio Assistance
Hauber

Girls Who Code
Eby

Photography: Controlling Light with a DSLR Camera
Fisher

Football Film- Offense Focused
Mr. Britt

Guitar Training
Lichtinger

Nutritious Smoothies and Snacks
DiCato

Pre-Calc and Calc AB Work Room
Mr. and Mrs. Ricci

Next Week

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Tuesday, August 21: White Day
  • Regular White Day Schedule: w/Topper Time
Wednesday, August 22: Red Day
  • Regular Red Day Schedule: w/ late start
​Thursday, August 23: Black Day
  • Regular Black Day Schedule
Friday, August 24: White Day
  • Regular White Day Schedule: w/Topper Time
Bell Schedule (PDF)

Coming Soon

August 27, 2018: 6:00-7:30 PM

OPEN HOUSE: Meet the Teachers/Mini-Class Night

The purpose of this evening is for structure and meaningful interaction with parents. Parents will follow their student's schedule. Teachers will have (9) minute classes to go through expectations, curricular goals, and answer questions within a controlled environment. The bell will ring with a (3) minute passing time. Parents will follow their son(s)/daughter(s) schedule. The cafeteria will have refreshments, spirit wear, club info. Staff will be available to assist with school online Infinite Campus updates.

Information at the tip of your hands

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Have a great weekend with family and friends.

​Douglas Murray, Principal

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