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BRAVES BULLETIN
October 15, 2023
Impact Aid Form - Parents/Guardians - Please Complete
Our schools are heavily impacted by federally connected students – those parents/guardians who work on federal property in Maryland, live on federal property in Maryland, and/or are active duty military personnel. Because of this impact, we receive federal grant funds to operate and maintain our schools and enrich school programs. To receive these funds, the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) requires us to survey each student to determine eligibility.
Thank you if your have already completed this form. SMCPS is encouraging all parents/guardians to please take the time to access and complete the Impact Aid Survey Form online, located in the Home Access Center (HAC). Once logged in, directions to access the online form can be found HERE. A video with instructions is available HERE. The form can now be accessed in Spanish by clicking on the Globe in the top right-hand corner once the form has been started. The deadline for the online submission of Impact Aid Program Survey forms is November 14, 2023.
If you need assistance logging into HAC, please contact Mrs. Werkheiser at mkwerkheiser@smcps.org.
Emergency Contact Information - Parents/Guardians Please Review/Update
Online Emergency Information Update Forms are now available through the student’s Home Access Center (HAC). Once logged in, directions to access the online form can be found HERE. A video with instructions is available HERE. It is vital that all information is updated in eSchool.
The deadline for the online submission of Emergency Information Update forms is November 14th, 2023. Thank you!
For Our Spanish Speaking Families
Upcoming Dates
Tuesday, October 17 - Underclassmen picture make-up day
Friday, October 20 - Two Hour Early Dismissal Day - students report to school on this day.
Friday, October 27 - End of the 1st marking period - Two Hour Early Dismissal Day - students report to school
Picture Make-Up Days
Our underclassmen make-up picture day will be Tuesday, October 17. If a student needs to get a make-up picture done, they will be sent to the auditorium by their English teacher during their English class.
Please note that this is for underclassmen only (grades 9 - 11).
If a senior student needs their senior portraits done, they need to schedule specifically through Legacy; this make-up day will be on November 8 in the auditorium (and, due to the nature of the sessions, will go a little beyond the normal school day). This will be the last opportunity to have their photo taken to be included in the yearbook.
Contact information for Legacy's customer care service is:
- Call: 716-512-6336
- Email: customercare@legacystudios.com
- Chat: https://seniors.legacystudios.com
Bravehouse Productions Presents
FamilyID is now open for winter sports registration
Tryouts start on November 15, 2023. You are required to be at all tryouts. Registration deadline is November 13 at 4pm. Register here
Around Chopticon
Marching Band Earns 1st Place at Marine Corps Invitational
Cross Country
Wednesday, 10/11/23, the girls and boys cross country teams competed against Northern, Thomas Stone and Patuxent. We celebrated out 15 seniors at our home meet Moses Araya, Weston Carr, Ashyia Higgins, Ma'Kyla Holmes-Williams, Konnor Kent, Garrett King, Dominic Longbardi, Dylan Miedzinski, Callie Modrzejewski, Connor Mozzo, Brendan Nutter, James Owens, Pietro Poli, Kathleen Schwaner, Nick Watson
Girls and boys' teams swept all 3 teams. It was the last regular SMAC meet of the season.
The top 2 girls for the race were our very own Chopticon athletes Kathleen Schwaner and Callie Modrzejewski out of 34 girls. They were followed by Danielle Baker, Ava Williams, Madison Eberle, Laila Gagnon and Carys Oliver. The girls came out at 11-2 for the regular season!
The top 4 boys for the race were our very own Weston Carr, Nick Watson, Dominic Longobardi and Mason Allen out of 54 boys. They were followed by Brendan Nutter, Pietro Poli and Moses Araya. The boys came out 13-0 for the regular season!
Field Hockey
Celebrating Seniors!
Football
Golf
SMAC Championship for Golf was held on Tuesday at Chesapeake Hills Golf Course- Chopticon placed 6th out of 14 teams. Our SMAC players were Logan Quade, Nick Sanders, Matthew Harris, Zach Parlett, Henry Kelly and Jarrett Edwards.
Boys Soccer
Congratulations to our JV Boys Soccer team for finishing the season undefeated - scoring a total of 39 goals while only allowing 5.
Girls Soccer
Congratulations to our JV Girls Soccer team finishing the season undefeated with a record of 10-0-1 and only allowing 2 goals scored the whole season!
Volleyball
Parents/Guardians - Forms to Complete
- 2023/2024 Parent Permission - SMCPS Secondary Acceptable Use Policy and Online Platforms - More Info - must be completed for each student
- 2023-24 Meal Benefit Form
Important Information for Parents & Students Regarding AP Exams
This information applies to students enrolled in one or more Advanced Placement courses for the 2023/24 school year. AP courses prepare students for the end of year exam. The exam is processed through the AP College Board. Please review the information and directions associated with this process. The goal is to collect accurate data to order exams and process the collection of funds associated with exam fees. The AP Exam Registration Form will be completed online. Register for AP exams
General Registration Information on AP Exam Testing:
This year, SMCPS will cover the cost of AP exams for all students interested in taking the assessments connected to their Advanced Placement coursework. Students will need to select their AP tests by October 31st. Please consult your AP teacher(s) if you are uncertain about taking the exam associated with their course(s).
Please make note of the following:
If you select to take an AP test and then change your mind after the October 31st deadline, please contact Dr. Vernetta Smith at vhsmith@smcps.org as soon as possible to have your test canceled. You may be required to pay a fee for test cancellation ($40).
If, after the October 31st deadline, you decide to take an AP exam for which you are not registered, you will be charged the late order fee ($40).
Failure to sit for an AP exam you have ordered on the original assessment date may result in a late testing fee ($40) if you wish to take the make-up exam.
If you do not sit for an AP exam you ordered, you will be required to repay that test's fee ($98 for regular exams, $146 for Capstone exams) and the unused/canceled exam fee ($40) to SMCPS.
AP students must create a college board account and enroll in their AP class section for each of their AP courses. Directions on how to join an AP class section or video link
AP teachers shared the class join codes and join code instructions to help students sign in and join the class online.
For general information about AP, students can go to apstudents.org
2024 AP Exam Schedule (dates subject to change per College Board) College Board Schedule Link
SMCPS Meal Information
Counselor Assignments
The final day for class/schedule changes based on student request is Friday, September 8, 2023. After this date, changes will be made only with approval of an administrator. Students who drop courses after September 30 may receive an F for the course on their report card and transcript (per the SMCPS Program of Studies).
A to Cr - Ms. Julie Correll - jacorrell@smcps.org, ext. 38124
Cs to Ha - Ms. Cara Grysko - cagrysko@smcps.org, ext. 38122
Hc to Mc - Ms. Morgan Lemmings, malemmings@smcps.org, ext. 38128
Me to Sa - Ms. Amanda Hogan, ajhogan@smcps.org, ext. 38121
Sc to Z - Ms. Meg Walewski, mmwalewski@smcps.org, ext. 38123
Registrar - Ms. Dorothy VanRyswick, dmvanryswick@smcps.org, ext. 38104
Admission to Athletic Events
- All regular season tickets are $6.00 (online or card at the gate)
- Online ticketing is highly encouraged prior to arrival
- Employee badges from all three counties will be honored per SMAC Constitution
- As a reminder, No +1 or additional guest per SMAC Bylaws for local employees..
- MPSSAA passes are ONLY accepted for Region and State Playoff games, not regular season SMAC contests or SMAC championships.
- Senior Citizen Cards will only be for St. Mary's County residents.
- Anyone leaving the event without authorization MUST pay to re-enter
- No outside food or drinks are permitted
- No Bags (Other small permissible items such as keys, wallets, cell phones, credit cards, and cash may be carried in a pocket or by hand)
PM Pick-Up, please park in any available spot in the B parking lot and wait for your student
Parent Volunteer Portal
Help Prevent the Spread of Infection
Travel Lanes for Drivers in the Morning
Please remember to stop at crosswalks to allow for pedestrians to safely walk across the travel lane.
Reminder - No Food or Other Deliveries for Students
Here is a link to the daily menu.
Important Links & Information
COMMUNICATIONS
There are several ways to keep on top of what’s happening at Chopticon High School. Please use any of the following:
- School Telephone # 301-475-0215
- Staff email addresses can be found on our website here
- Braves Bulletin - Weekly Updates for students and parents sent out via School Messenger. The latest edition is on the homepage of our website
- Twitter- @CHS_smcps
Chopticon High School
Website: https://schools.smcps.org/chs/
Location: 25390 Colton Point Road, Morganza, MD, USA
Phone: 301-475-0215
Twitter: @chs_smcps