Centaur News

Summer Work and Information 2023

Summer Learning

All Centaurs should be reading over the summer! Please see the attached list for the reading assignments from the English teachers.

Also included on the list are the Summer Learning Opportunities for our Advanced Placement/Honors classes.

Click here to access the Summer Learning Opportunities.

CCHS Website

Please click on this button to link to the CCHS Website

Summer School Info

Summer School for remediation is taking place at the high school.

If you need to sign up for a second session class (until July 30), please email jamiehogan@ccusd.org.

If you need to sign up for a second session class (starting July 1), please email michelegarciasalas@ccusd.org. (Habla español)

Summer contacts

Summer School Administrator:

Ms. Straszewski - juliastraszewski@ccusd.org (Habla español)

Summer School counselors:

Mr. Smith (June) - jamessmith@ccusd.org

Ms. Laase (July) - katherinelaase@ccusd.org

The school year Principal and Assistant Principals will be on vacation and return to the office the last week of July.

WORK PERMIT INFORMATION

The following regulations apply to all minors (ages 12 through 17) in California:

All minors work with the permission of the work permit issuing authority; nothing requires a school district to issue a permit in every circumstance.
California labor laws are designed to protect the physical safety and scholastic advancement of the minor.
No permit can violate any provision of law, state or federal.
Permits are always required, including when school is not in session.
Permits automatically expire 5 days after the beginning of the following school year and may be revoked at any time its terms are violated.

WORKING MINORS ARE REQUIRED TO:

Maintain satisfactory school attendance
Maintain school discipline standards
Meet school academic standards

TO OBTAIN A WORK PERMIT:

Minor picks up work permit application form #B1-1 from the CCHS main office or College Career Center (CCC)
Minor completes top portion of application and parent/guardian signs document giving consent
Employer must complete the entire middle portion of application form #B1-1
Application is returned to the CCC
Employer information, student age, DOB, school attendance, and grades are verified
Approved work permit issued to minor for minor’s signature. Work permit pick up is scheduled by appointment

For more information call or email: 310-842-4200 x 3351 / marionserra@ccusd.org

Service Learning is a graduation requirement in CCUSD. Students need to complete 60 hours of service hours (un-paid hours), log it and turn in their log to their counselor to get credit.

Click here to access the Service Learning form.

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Volunteer for LA Goal

Volunteers are needed this summer from July 5h-Aug. 10th at L.A. Goal, a nonprofit agency that provides opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities to increase their independence and employability through educational, vocational, and recreational programs. They are located right next to the CCUSD Adults School on Overland. If interested, please send an email to tadaa@lagoal.org

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Make a Difference with Clothes 4 Change!

Do you like art and fashion and want to earn Service Learning hours? Clothes 4 Change is a student run group with a mission to raise money for mental health charities such as the Trevor Project by creating handmade clothing items. They are currently focusing on creating unique tie dye and reverse bleach dye clothing pieces this summer. No experience necessary! If interested in getting involved and making a difference, please contact on IG @clothes_4_change or @lily._elizabeth._

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Volunteer with Culver City Public Theater in July

Culver City Public Theater, CCPT, is looking for student volunteers to help with their 25th season of free theatre in the park! Volunteers are needed from 10am-2pm for 8 days this summer (all weekends): July 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, and 30.

Volunteers will help with and learn how to do the following:

Setup and strike down - backdrop panels, sound system, set pieces and props, tents for backstage and concessions, tables and chairs

Concession/box office stand - greeting audience, making popcorn, handling concession sales

Taking zip code surveys - asking audience where they are coming from (for grant purposes)

Those interested in volunteering can sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd25kdmBOa_5eV5ccoUxSBygsgITBItTTr_4EK9QtTcz-D0Ew/viewform

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Volunteer with Shoes for the Homeless

Shoes for the Homeless is a non profit organization that provides shoes for the homeless and those in need free of charge in local communities throughout the United States. Earn 24+ of Service Learning hours as an Ambassador. Please go to www.shoesforthehomeless.net/youth-ambassador-program for more information

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Volunteer at Fiesta La Ballona!

Fiesta La Ballona needs volunteers for various shifts from 8AM-11PM including bike valet, entertainment stage, fiesta assistance, green rooms, and more. To sign up go to https://us.openforms.com/Form/08de474d-b85e-4b26-85fa-d99b5e97d1df

Parents & athletes may now complete their on-line athletic packet for the 2023-2024 school year.

CCHS Athletes must be cleared through Athletic Clearance. PARENTS must create an account on the athletic website and create clearances for all of their children. (Please do not use student’s CCUSD email addresses to create their account). Physical exam forms are to be uploaded to www.athleticclearance.com. Should you have any questions, please contact Tonya McLinn 310-842-4200 ext. 3328 or via email at tonyamclinn@ccusd.org

For tryout information please check the website under the sport that you are interested in.

Summer Registration Dates

CCUSD School calendar 2023-24

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CCHS Mission Statement

Culver City High School is a diverse, engaged and caring academic community that embraces the unique identity of each individual and their contributions to our shared experience. We believe in providing opportunities that cultivate and foster self-discovery through Academics, Activities, Arts, and Athletics. Students and staff are challenged to reach their full potential while building positive relationships and engaging in meaningful learning experiences to become contributing members of our community and beyond. #CentaurPride #CulverPride

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CCHS School Goals

Every Family, Student, and Staff member should be knowledgeable of the following five school goals guide the instruction and decision making of the school:

1. All students’ social-emotional well-being will be supported.

2. All students will graduate and be college/career ready

3. All students will be proficient in Math and ELA.

4. All students in 9th grade will earn 60 credits.

5. All students will participate in athletics and/or extra-curricular activities.