 This was a great week at CHS! So much has transpired while I (along with Al Herner, Doug Higham, Corine Casalina, Josi Culliton, Linda Elegante, and Steve Kofol) traveled to Mentor for three days to become Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt trained for our district. Between special appearances, conferences, theatrical experiences, curriculum presentations, vaping seminar, athletic games, and preparing for our Circuit presentation---a ton was going on. Enclosed you will read highlights from the week. A Chance of LifetimeAll of our girls who play basketball in grades 7-12 had a chance of a lifetime on Monday. Chardon High School welcomed Tamika Catchings - one of the WNBA’s all-time greats: WNBA champ, WNBA MVP, a national champion at Tennessee, and national speaker. Tamika spoke to the young ladies about handling adversity, writing your own story, dictating your own outcome in life. The message that really hit the coaching staff was when she told the girls “you’re going to be in this spot one day. Talking to a group of young girls. It may not be as a WNBA player - but it may be as a lawyer, doctor, teacher, coach, etc. You have to work hard to make sure that story is a good one for that young lady who is listening.” It was a memorable experience beyond basketball and the entire staff is so thankful for all who helped make this afternoon possible! Curriculum UpdatesFebruary 5th - Curriculum Night (CCP information night) presentation above. February 4-11: Course recommendations/registration entered into IC (this is for teachers to recommend the next level course for students in core classes only) February 8,11,12,15:- scheduling presentations to grade 8-11 students during Topper Time (2/8 current juniors, 2/11 current sophomores, 2/12 current freshmen, and 2/15 current 8th (CSS) February 11th:- Course registration open to all students Chamber Ensemble
On Friday, January 25th, the Chardon High School Chamber Ensemble participated in a Chamber Choir Festival at the University of Akron. The choir performed at EJ Thomas Hall in front of other chamber choirs as well as esteemed guest clinicians Dr. Jerry Blackstone from the University of Michigan, and Dr. Bucoy-Calavan from the University of Akron. The ensemble was one of six high schools invited to participate. Other notable high schools included Hudson HS and Akron fine art's magnet Firestone HS. The ensemble had a beautiful performance and really enjoyed being in such a fantastic hall for music making. Congratulations to the CHS Chamber Ensemble! ELA in ACTion Launched in 1981, Great Lakes Theater's in-school residency program is now one of the most successful artist-in-residence programs in the country. Each year over 16,000 students in over 100 schools experience the pleasure, power, and relevance of classic literature brought to life right in their own classrooms. Using an interactive, hands on approach, a team of specially trained actor-teachers visited CHS for five consecutive days bringing the curriculum into action. The actors brought scripts, props, and costumes to turn the students into an acting troupe, exploring classic literature from an actor's point of view. It was an unbelievable week of students breaking out of their shell to magically bring the words on paper into live action. The Learning CenterThe Learning Center Newsletter for February is attached. In it please find details about The 2019 Hope and Stanley Adelstein Free Speech Essay Contest. The prompt this year directs students to answer the questions "What are the biggest threats to freedom of speech? What should be done to protect this core value of American Democracy?" Complete details can be found here. Encourage your students to enter this local contest for a chance to win up to $1,000. CHS Academic DecathlonThe CHS Academic Decathlon team traveled to Willoughby South High School on Saturday, January 26th for regional competition. Despite sickness and two members trying to do double duty and get to a swim meet, they persevered and brought home 15 medals in the various subjects. Congratulations! Hard work does pay off. Pictured L-R Molly Greene, Marko Milic, Meredith McKeon, Hannah Holbert (Not pictured) Kara Connelley and Reese Schneider  NHS The National Honor Society (NHS) is the nation's premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students. More than just an honor roll, NHS serves to recognize those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Congratulations to our inductees to NHS!
ACT ResourcesIn the coming weeks, our students will be taking the ACT. There are a number of resources to help them prepare, including the opportunity to take a practice test, and use free personalized resources with ACT® Academy™. ACT Academy - Free Personalized Practice Information for Students - Practice Test February 26: ACT/ Core Value Day What you need to know: What: ACT Test ... Tuesday, February 26th, all Juniors will be taking the ACT at Chardon High School. Why: Third year of a state requirement to administer ACT or SAT to Juniors as a pathway to graduation. Questions about ACT/SAT Requirement Chardon High School will once again be participating in the State Funded ACT Test for all Junior students on February 26, 2019. This important college admissions assessment is a great tool to help guide our students in their future decisions and is in line with our district goal to see all of our students Employed, Enrolled, Enlisted, or Entrepreneurs. All Juniors are required to report to Chardon High School on February 26th at the regular start time (7:26 AM). Pre-Administration and testing will begin promptly at 7:35 AM. Additional information regarding this testing session will be sent directly to Juniors and their families prior to testing. Core Values Day Students in grades 8, 9, 10, and 12. February 26th will be used as a Blended Learning Day with a focus on the Core Values of Charon (Community, Humility, Achievement, Respect, Dignity, Optimism, and Nurture). Last school year, we were impressed with over 600 students participating in some type of service to their community on this day. Eighth Graders, Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors will not be permitted to enter school (during testing hours) on Tuesday, February 26. All Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors must complete a Google Form (will be sent to students the week of February 20th) documenting their service completed on this date to show attendance. The following guidelines can be used to show appropriate activities for this day: Seniors:
Eighth Graders/Freshman/Sophomores:
If you have questions about the ACT or Core Values Day, please contact Mr. Bandiera, Assistant Principal, Chardon High School. Ryan Bandiera Ryan.Bandiera@ChardonSchools.org 440-285-4057 2019 Trip Update
Chardon High School Yearbook Parent Advertising Agreement for Seniors |
 | Monday Popcorn Chicken Bowl Mashed Potatoes Homemade Gravy Seasoned Corn MTO Salads and Sandwiches Bosco Sticks Spicy Chicken Sandwich Assorted Pizzas Tuesday Chipotle burrito Soft Shell or Bowl Pizza Hut Pizza!! MTO Salads and Sandwiches Chicken Club Sandwich Panini Sandwiches MTO Salads and Sandwiches Assorted Pizzas Wednesday Orange Chicken with Steamed Rice Asian Vegetables Fortune cookies MTO Salads and Sandwiches Sausage Pizza Bosco Sticks Assorted Pizzas Thursday Pasta Time Marinara Sauce or Chicken Alfredo Penne pasta Warm Garlic Bread Steamed Broccoli Chicken or Hamburgers Sandwich MTO Salads and Sandwiches Specialty Pizza Panini Sandwiches Friday Mini Corn dogs Or Fish Sticks Mixed Vegetables French Fries Bosco Sticks Assorted Pizzas MTO Salads and Sandwiches |
Images of the Week: Physics
Student Wellness Day: February 23, 2019
The focus of this event is to alleviate stress and the lull that comes with the 3rd quarter as well as enforce the Chardon High School Community during the difficult times of February. Kaylie Malloy and a group of 6 students have been organizing this event for the past year and have secured many businesses to be in attendance. We will have free yoga classes, massages, art classes, sport nutrition sessions, personal trainers, therapy dogs and so many more opportunities!
Reference Guide for Social Services
During the school year, we see a number of students who may be struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, insomnia, self-harming behaviors, substance use, and suicidal thoughts. The Chardon community is fortunate to have a number of local mental health agencies available to serve youth and families who may be experiencing any difficulties. Please, if your child is experiencing any difficulties reach out to Administration, Guidance or one of the agencies listed below:
Catholic Charities - ccdocle.org/county-served/geauga 440-285-3537
Family Pride - familyprideonline.org 440-286-1553
N.A.M.I - namigeauga.org 440-286-6264
Ravenwood Health Centers - ravenwoodhealth.org 440-285-3568
Ubuntu Wellness - Ubuntuwellnessohio.com 440-214-9062
Ravenwood Health has an emergency, walk-in clinic open weekdays till 8 p.m, Friday till 5 p.m.
For after hour emergencies or if you need to talk with someone the hotlines below are available 24/7:
24/7 Copeline - 1-888-285-5665
Crisis Text Line - Text 4hope to 741741
Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255
Catholic Charities - ccdocle.org/county-served/geauga 440-285-3537
Family Pride - familyprideonline.org 440-286-1553
N.A.M.I - namigeauga.org 440-286-6264
Ravenwood Health Centers - ravenwoodhealth.org 440-285-3568
Ubuntu Wellness - Ubuntuwellnessohio.com 440-214-9062
Ravenwood Health has an emergency, walk-in clinic open weekdays till 8 p.m, Friday till 5 p.m.
For after hour emergencies or if you need to talk with someone the hotlines below are available 24/7:
24/7 Copeline - 1-888-285-5665
Crisis Text Line - Text 4hope to 741741
Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255
News You Can Use
ICYMI: The Circuit of Success Goes National  | Next week, Al Herner, Jill Carpenter, Holly Mihalek, and Rob Mizen will join me and Mr. Higham to attend and present at a National Conference. We will be taking (4) 8th-grade students to attend and co-facilitate the presentation over two days: Maysen and Alexis Jahnke, Faith Kilfoyle, and Sydney Murray. We will also visit High Tech High. This school was featured in the film, Most Likely to Succeed. We have been planning our presentation over the last few weeks and will be meeting after school twice a week until our presentation. We are planning on presenting a dry run rehearsal on Sunday, February 10 at 1:00 PM at Chardon High School that is open to our school community. All are welcome. Just a warning, it is going to be an active presentation with guest involvement to experience our circuits. We will keep posted from San Diego. Check out the background video that our students created. |
Night at the Races: THANK YOU
The Chardon Athletic Boosters supports all Chardon Middle School and Chardon High School interscholastic sports teams and the football and basketball cheerleaders; helps improve sports equipment and facilities; works cooperatively with other extracurricular support groups, and strives to become a community forum to encourage cooperation, good ideas, and constructive contributions for the general improvement of athletics.
Thank you to every volunteer, patron, and organizer for making this year's Night at the Races such a huge success.
Have a beautiful weekend with family and friends!
Douglas Murray, Principal
PS: I will be out of the state next Friday and will do my best to send a Week in Reflection.
Thank you to every volunteer, patron, and organizer for making this year's Night at the Races such a huge success.
Have a beautiful weekend with family and friends!
Douglas Murray, Principal
PS: I will be out of the state next Friday and will do my best to send a Week in Reflection.
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