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Braves Bulletin
November 12, 2023
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Upcoming Dates
Monday, Nov 13 - FamilyID closes at 4 pm for winter sport registration - no exceptions
Wednesday, Nov 15 - First day of winter sport try-outs - must be pre-registered through FamilyID
Thursday, Nov 16 - Free FAFSA Informational Virtual Session, 6 pm. Info in this Bulletin.
Friday, Nov 17 - Middle School/High School All County Band Concert at Chopticon
Nov 22-24 - Thanksgiving Break
Para nuestra comunidad hispanohablante
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Attendance
Parents - Please Take a Closer Look
You have probably looked at your student(s) report card to check their grades for 1st marking period. Please take a minute to also look at their attendance for the marking period. Ideally students should be in school every day, with only 1 – 2 absences per month. The more absences a student accumulates equates to more missed instruction, which can result in a decrease in learning and academic performance. School attendance matters!
Pride Time Options
Online Forms Each Parent/Guardian Should Complete
Please be sure you have completed the following:
- 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.
- Online Emergency Information Update Forms are available through the student’s Home Access Center (HAC). Once logged in, directions to access the online form can be found HERE. This form is important as this is the current contact information we have for parents/guardians.
- 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
College & Career Readiness Center News
Salisbury University will be at Chopticon on December 11th.
We have an exciting event scheduled - Salisbury University will be here at Chopticon High School on Monday, December 11th for an instant On-Site Admission Decision Day!! What does that mean?
Salisbury Admissions Representative, Rahsaan Ellis, will be meeting with students, reviewing their completed application, and giving an INSTANT admissions decision.
What do you need to do?
- Submit a completed Salisbury University Early Action application by December 1st. - Oh, by the way, Mrs. White has application fee waivers!!!!
***A completed application requires a completed application (Common Application or Salisbury University direct application) transcript, counselor recommendation and SAT and/or ACT scores if applicable. ***
- Have a cumulative GPA of 2.8.
- Schedule a 15-minute interview to have your application reviewed at the following link: Salisbury On-Site Admission Appointment (Limited number of appointments are available and will be reserved on a first-come, first-served).
For additional information, please contact Mrs. White at cmwhite@smcps.org or 301-475-0215, ext. 38139.
College Bound Seniors - FAFSA Completion Events
Seniors and Parents - FAFSA Completion Events
Senior Parents/Students,
It's almost FAFSA time!!!!! The application for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will open December 2023 (Exact Date TBD). Many students and parents feel anxious about filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. To guide you through the application process, Chopticon High School would like to invite you to the following workshops to assist in completion.
FAFSA FSA-ID Completion Virtual Event – Thursday, November 16th at 6:00 p.m.
Chopticon is hosting a FREE FSA-ID Completion Virtual Workshop on Thursday, November 16th, at 6:00 p.m. The is a virtual event through Google Meet. Financial Aid Counselors will be available to walk students and parents through the process of completing their FSA ID. FSA ID RSVP HERE
What is the FSA ID?
The FSA ID ― a username and password ― has replaced the Federal Student Aid PIN and must be used to log in to certain U.S. Department of Education websites. Your FSA ID confirms your identity when you access your financial aid information and electronically sign Federal Student Aid documents. Students and parents will create a username and password and enter a valid e-mail address. Students and parents will need full names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, contact information and to complete challenge questions and answers. For more information about the FSA ID, visit www.studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/
FAFSA Completion Night – Tuesday, January 9th at 6:00 p.m. – In-Person Event at Chopticon High School in the Media Center
Chopticon High School is hosting a FREE FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Completion/Financial Aid Night on Tuesday, January 9th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. College Financial Aid Counselors will be available to assist parents and students in the completion of their FAFSA. This event will take place in the Chopticon High School Media Center.
To accommodate our families, we are asking that if you are planning to attend, please RSVP through the google form with the link: FAFSA COMPLETION RSVP LINK HERE
What is the FAFSA?
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first step in the financial aid process. You use the FAFSA form to apply for federal student aid, such as grants, work-study, and loans. In addition, most states and colleges use information from the FAFSA form to award non federal aid. Students & Parents will complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA Form when it is available and use 2022 tax information.
For more information or to complete the FAFSA, visit www.studentaid.gov
If you have questions or concerns, please contact me at 301-475-0215, ext. 38139 or cmwhite@smcps.org.
Winter Sport Registration-Closes Nov 13, 4 pm
Winter eligibility will be determined by the 1st Marking Period GPA. You must have a minimum of a 2.0 GPA for the marking period.
Tryouts start on November 15, 2023. You are required to be at all tryouts. Registration deadline is November 13 at 4pm. Register here
Note regarding swim team - there will be bus transportation for practices this year.
Braves Bragging
State Cross Country Meet
Girls came in 6th and Kathleen Schwaner came in 5th overall.
Marching Band - Veterans' Day Parade in Leoardtown
Our marching band performed in the parade and as part of the program honoring our veterans.
Chopticon Alumni News
Band Alumni
Jack Girard (Penn State) and Ava Ciabattoni (UMD) at the UMD/Penn State game in College Park.
Chopticon Grads Complete Corrections Officer Training Program
Two Chopticon grads underwent their final inspection and graduation exercises from the Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy’s Corrections Entrance Level Training Program, Session 70 (CELTP) class. Congratulations to Steven Wood and Wyatt Soellner!
Around Chopticon
College Visit
Representatives from Mount St. Mary's College met with students. For information about college visits and/or career opportunities, visit the College and Career Readiness Center Google site.
Important School Information and Links
No Food or Other Deliveries for Students
Here is a link to the daily menu.
Help Prevent the Spread of Infection
Students and staff should stay home with ANY signs/symptoms of illness. If fever-reducing medication was required within the past 24 hours to maintain a normal body temperature, you should NOT be in school.
Braves Bucks
Hey Chop Nation! Braves Bucks are rolling out and you might not know how to spend them. Visit the school bank during PRIDE time and use your bucks to purchase any items listed below. Prices are subject to change based on supply and demand, so get down early for the best deals.
Parents - Braves Bucks are something students may earn to reward positive behaviors. Some examples of how a student may earn a Braves Buck is by going to a teacher's classroom during Pride Time for academic assistance or being on time to class during a Blitz. Students may trade in Braves Bucks for items in the "store" located in the School Bank.