10/5/2020 The Week in Reflection: 10/9![]() 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. Less than a decade 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 1188 students, and 103 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 in less than two weeks. 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. CHS Principal's Podcast: Special Guests: Principal and Assistant Principal of the Year- |
Monday Hilltopper Chicken Popcorn Bowl (Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Gravy) Sages Apple Chicken Patty Sandwich Spicy Chicken Sandwich Cheeseburgers Asst. Pizza Tuesday Taco Tuesday Chipotle Bowl Seasoned Beef or Chicken Asst. toppings Mexican Rice / Black Beans Asst. Fruit Chicken Patty Sandwich Spicy Chicken Sandwich Cheeseburgers Asst. Pizza Wednesday Meatball Hoagie Oven Fries Pasta Veggie Blend Asst. Fruit Chicken Patty Sandwich Spicy Chicken Sandwich Cheeseburgers Pizza Hut!!! Thursday Pasta Time Penne pasta with Meatsauce or Lasagna Garlic Bread Steamed Broccoli Italian Ice Chicken Patty Sandwich Spicy Chicken Sandwich Cheeseburgers Asst. Pizza Friday They are back!!! Homemade Pepperoni Calzones !!!!!!!!! Marinara Sauce French Fries Asst. Fruit Chicken Patty Sandwich Spicy Chicken Sandwich Cheeseburgers Asst. Pizza |
Art Piece of the Week
Poem of the Week
Careless to the air in our lungs
No care at all.
No paranoia.
No fear.
We’d circle together, passing bottles or cards
We’d pass remotes, foods, smiles
We’d hold hands, hug, poke each others’ ribs
We’d take each other in, fully.
Today we distance.
Today we take steps back, today we put up barriers.
We call, we text, we no longer hold each other like we would
There is no passed anything. Sanitizer after an accidental brush.
Today we are separate, yet we are still connected, as we always will be.
We are connected no longer by our hands, or our elbows, but by our efforts, our words, our late night calls.
Today we are connected by love.
Images of the Week
Friday Night Highlights
Misc:
Attention 7th or 8th grade students who would like to try out for CMS Basketball cheerleading for the upcoming season, you still can! There will be two mandatory clinics October 14 & 15 from 3:15-5pm and try outs on October 16 at 3:30. In order to attend the clinic all students must have a current physical on file with the school. We’ll meet in the middle school cafeteria.
The athletes will learn a cheer, chant, a short dance and basic technique for moves and jumps. Athletes must wear black shorts and plain white t-shirt with hair in a high pony to Friday’s try out.
Hope to see you there!
Brandi Giddings and Jenn Evans
CMS Cheerleading Coaches
Chardon is looking forward to kicking off the 2020 middle school boys basketball season!
Open Gyms & Tryouts @ Chardon Middle School Gym
7th Grade (**Please see Covid-19 screening information below.**)
- Open Gym
- Thursday, Oct. 15, 7:30pm-9:00pm
- Tryouts
- Monday, Oct. 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
- Tuesday, Oct. 20, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
- Open Gym
- Wednesday, Oct. 14, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
- Tryouts
- Monday, Oct. 19, 7:15pm - 8:45pm
- Tuesday, Oct. 20, 7:15pm - 8:45pm
Upon entry into each workout, a coach/director or other trained personnel member will administer a screening. Student athletes will wait in a socially distanced queue to participate in the screening. The screening will assess the following:
- Temperature: Must be lower than 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Screening Questions:
- Cough?
- Shortness of breath?
- Student in contact with Covid-19?
In addition to the Covid-19 screening information presented below, the following requirements are also in place for open gym & tryouts:
- Students must wear a face mask when entering and leaving the gym.
- Students must bring their own water bottle.
For questions regarding the Covid-19 screening, or high school tryouts, please contact Athletics Director Doug Snyder at doug.snyder@chardonschools.org or 440-286-0414.
Upcoming Dates
Tuesday, October 27, 2020: Parent Teacher Conferences (Round 2)
With gratitude,
Douglas Murray, Principal
I just wanted to let you know how much I (and many, many others) appreciate your 'Week in Reflection' newsletters! Thank you!
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