September 20, 2024
September 20, 2024
Giant Awareness - Support Leukaemia Awareness Month - Wear Orange to the Football Game!
As September is Leukaemia Awareness Month, we invite everyone to wear orange to our Football Game in solidarity with our students who are bravely fighting their battle.
Your participation will help raise awareness and show our support for them and all those affected by this illness.
Together, we can make a giant difference!
Homecoming 2024 #KChoco24 #hoco24
Twin Day
Pink Out
Powderpuff winners Class of 2025
Congratulations to the class of 2025 Senior Powder puff team. The ladies brought home trophy yesterday making this a back-to-back win! Thank you to all the coaches, players, and cheerleaders who worked hard over the last few days to make this possible. #2025OnTop
Michigan Seal of Biliteracy Application
Attention Juniors and Seniors! Do you speak another language? Complete the Michigan Seal of Biliteracy Application by Monday, September 30th. Applications can be found outside room 245. Please see attachments for more information.
College/Military Visits
Homecoming Week Information
Wear orange to the game tonight!
Ticket sales are today during Lunch for the homecoming dance.
$5 presale
$8 at the door
PSAT/NMSQT for Juniors
Juniors who are interested in taking the PSAT/NMSQT exam need to sign up with Mrs. Mentzer or their counselor. The exam is free. The National Merit Scholarship winners are determined by this test.
The test will be given on Wednesday, October 23rd in the morning.
The deadline to sign up is September 20th.
Morning Announcements
If you are interested in doing Morning Announcements,
please come to the principal office to sign up for tryouts.
Last day to sign up is Friday, September 20th.
KC Travel Club
The K-central Travel club is headed to Alaska! Come see Mrs. Dodson in room 359 on Wednesday 9/25 at 5:30pm for more info! This meeting will be a great one for parents to attend as well, and join our Google Classroom if you need to join this meeting virtually! Code: bauunpu
Heyl Scholarship
There will be an informational meeting regarding the Heyl Scholarship on Wednesday, October 16th at 6pm in the Dow Science Center on Kalamazoo College's Campus. See Mr. Soulier in room 244 for more information.
Senior Pictures
Just a quick reminder for all seniors: your senior photos are due November 25th! Make sure to submit them on time so you can be included in the yearbook. Don’t wait until the last minute—start getting those pictures in now! Photos can be submitted through the class of 2025 Google Classroom using the senior photo link. If you have any questions please contact Mr. Douglas.
GIANT Expectations
- IDs are required to gain entrance into the building. They must be worn at all times around your neck and displayed. You may purchase an extra ID from Mrs. Garza for five dollars.
- Hats, Hoodies, or Bonnets are not allowed to be worn in the building at any time.
- Cell Phones may not be used during class time or while on bathroom breaks. Students may use cell phones before school, passing time, lunch, and after school.
- To send in all student absences to CHSattendance@kalamazoopublicschools.net. If the absence is for a doctor's visit please remember to send in the doctor's office note with your email.
- All Chromebook issues will be handled in the Chromebook Room during lunch
Attendance Policy
Parent(s)’/Guardian(s)’ Responsibility:
It is the responsibility of the parent(s) and/or guardian(s) to notify the student’s school as early as possible on the day of an absence and explain the reasons for the absence.
Written or email verification of a student’s absence by a parent/guardian is required (unless otherwise indicated by the appropriate administrator) and should be provided to the school the day after an absence.
Student absences are considered unexcused if documentation supporting an excused absence is not provided.
After 3 consecutive absences, a medical note from a physician may be required.
It is the responsibility of the parent(s) and/or guardian(s) to make arrangements with the teacher to obtain missed assignments due to absences.
What is an excused absence?
Student illness and/or appointment verified by the parent/guardian or medical professional
Medically verified extended illness or hospitalization
Attending a funeral
Religious holiday
Absence due to a subpoenaed court appearance
Any time missed due to KPS school transportation issues
Please send email absence excuses to chsattendance@kalamazoopublicschools.net
Giant Reminders Worth Repeating
Google classroom for the class of 2025
Please be sure your are in the google classroom for the class of 2025 and that your have joined remind to receive text notifications.
If you have questions please see your advisors Mrs. Yarbrough and Ms.Bell
Maroon Giants Speed Club
Attention all student athletes: do you want to sprint faster, jump higher, and grow stronger for your sport? Then the Maroon Giants Speed Club is for you. Speed Club meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays on the track (weather permitting) from 2:45 until 4:30. Our first day of training will be Tuesday, September 10th. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. See you there!
Aunt Flows Lockers
Aunt Flows Lockers are officially stocked! If you need any period products look for the lockers next to Women's restrooms marked with pink tape. If you need a more consistent supply of products don't hesitate to get in touch with kcwomensadvocacy@gmail.com.
Women's Advocacy Organization
Are you eager to take a stand for women’s rights, and make a real difference? Join Kalamazoo Centrals Women's Advocacy Organization and connect with a passionate community, committed to providing resources and pushing for change. There are often opportunities to volunteer as a direct line to support our community. Please let either Mrs. Dodson or Kaitlyn Ozanich know if you are interested.
Mission: Nurture the dreams of all students and empower all students to contribute to a better world.
Vision: Inspiring Giants to be lifelong learners who create their own success.
Principles:
1. We believe in building meaningful relationships.
2. We speak life-giving words.
3. We focus on maintaining a culture of achievement & positivity
4. We inspire each other to navigate our own journey
5. We embrace & celebrate our diversity.