Cedar High School

6th - Conference Day

11th - Veterans Day

13th - Early release day (1 1/2 hours)

25th - Experience Cedar Project (ECP) 4:30 to 6:30 @ Cedar HS S3 portable

27th - Cedar Thankful Breakfast @ Cedar/Early release day (3 hours)

27th - Trimester 1 ends

28th & 29th - Thanksgiving break (No school)

As we move into the busy months of November and December, I want to take a moment to remind our Cedar High School community about the importance of self-care and supporting one another. This time of year often brings added responsibilities and pressures, so it’s essential to pause and check in with ourselves and those around us. Whether it’s taking a walk, spending time with loved ones, or simply making space for rest, small acts of self-care can have a big impact on our well-being. At Cedar High, we are committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels supported—students, staff, and families alike. Let’s continue to be mindful of how we can uplift one another and build a culture of care as we approach the holiday season. Together, we can ensure a healthy, positive, and successful end to the trimester and a fresh start to trimester two.

Best,

Amber Hosford

Principal Cedar High School

2nd - Trimester 2 begins

2nd - Culture Day

4th - Conference Day

11th - Early release day (1 1/2 hours)

20th - Early release day (3 hours)

Dec 23rd through Jan 3rd - Winter Break

Welcome to the Second Trimester of 2024-2025

Outstanding Outcomes from First Trimester

We are proud to share some impressive results from the first trimester of this school year:

• 18% of Cedar Scholars attended a National Career Fair.

• 64% of Sophomores and Juniors took the PSAT.

• 89% of all Cedar Scholars participated in a college visit on campus.

• 25% of Cedar Scholars with a cumulative 3.0 GPA or above *does not include 1st trimester grades yet

Read to see what your 3.0 GPA can do for you! Washington Guaranteed Admissions Program (WAGAP) - Council of Presidents

Second Trimester Scheduling Concerns?

The schedules for this trimester were carefully crafted to align with our master schedule and ensure that all students are on track to meet the Washington State Graduation Requirements. Please check Skyward to confirm your academic progress and credit completion.

If you believe your schedule needs adjustment, please follow these steps:

1. Step 1: Verify your credit progress in Skyward.

2. Step 2: If you think your placement is incorrect, email your advisor and Susie to discuss the possibility of a change.

All necessary academic changes will be made, and the advisor will review the updated schedule with the student. For non-academic scheduling concerns, please reach out to Amber Hosford, Cedar Principal.

Contact Information:

• Amber Hosford, Principal: ahosford@sheltonschools.org

• Susie Honaker Wirzbicki, School Counselor: shwirzbicki@sheltonschools.org

Advisors:

• 9th Grade: Colleen Kost (ckost@sheltonschools.org), Michael Dallas (mdallas@sheltonschools.org)

• 10th Grade: Chester Hoberg (choberg@sheltonschools.org), Abby Pzrybylski (aprzybylski@sheltonschools.org)

• 11th Grade: Hannah Palmer (hpalmer@sheltonschools.org), Luanne Bigbear (bigbear@sheltonschools.org)

• 12th Grade: Kurt Garrison (kgarrison@sheltonschools.org)

Planning for Life After High School See Resource List for Links

Seniors:
This is a critical time to focus on your plans for life after high school. With the support of your advisor, Kurt, and the Life After High School class with Luanne, you are in great hands. Here’s what you should be working on:

• Create your FAFSA FSA ID over break. If you are not eligible for FAFSA, create a WASFA account instead (but don’t do both!). FAFSA FSA ID. Federal Student Aid Application WASFA

• Gather your financial aid documents such as tax information to be ready when FAFSA opens on December 1st.

• Attend the Class of 2025 Financial Aid Night Webinar on December 11th from 5:30–7:00 p.m. to learn about financial aid opportunities. Register now! Class of 2025 Financial Aid Night webinar

Juniors:
Start planning for your financial future by using the Financial Aid Calculator and Federal Student Aid Estimator to get an idea of what financial aid you may qualify for. Be sure to sign up for OtterBot for helpful reminders! Don’t forget your YouScience results to help create a list of schools or programs you’d like to explore.Financial Aid Calculator Federal Student Aid Estimator OtterBot,

Sophomores:
It’s never too early to start considering your future! Use the Financial Aid Calculator and Federal Student Aid Estimator as your first steps. Use your YouScience results to help create a list of schools or programs you’d like to explore.Financial Aid Calculator Federal Student Aid Estimator OtterBot,

Freshmen:
Get a head start on your future! Look at the Financial Aid Calculator and Federal Student Aid Estimator to understand the financial planning process. You spent time with YouScience in Freshman Success and have great resources to access. .Financial Aid Calculator Federal Student Aid Estimator OtterBot,

Tools for your Tool Box: Make Your Own Best Plans

Instagram:

• @scholarshipjunkies

• @scholarfundwa

• @wsacouncil

• @readywashington

• @evergreenstatecol

• @sheltonpromise

• @cedarhighschool

Facebook:

• @CedarHighSchool

• @SheltonSchools

• @NewTechNetwork

Necessary Links:

• Washington State Graduation Requirements

• FAFSA FSA ID.

• WASFA

• Federal Student Aid Application

• Financial Aid Calculator

• Federal Student Aid Estimator

• OtterBot,

• Washington Guaranteed Admissions Program (WAGAP) - Council of Presidents

• Class of 2025 Financial Aid Night webinar — December 11, 5:30–7 p.m.

• https://wsac.wa.gov/12th-year-campaign

Important Dates:

• December 2nd: Conference/Working Wednesday

• December 10th: WSU on Campus

• December 12th: Conservation Corps on Campus

• December 13th: 5:00–7:30 pm Senior Financial Aid Support – Come to Cedar or watch from home!

• January 16th: Experiences in the Trades Information Session (ESD113)

• January 23rd: 4:00–5:00 pm Cedar HS Running Start Information for Families

• February 5th: Conference/Working Wednesday

• March 5th: Conference/Working Wednesday

• March 14th: High School and Beyond Presentation for Seniors (Date TBD)

Second Trimester Initiatives:

Cedar Scholars will possess Moderate and High Hope Indicators through the use of the HOPE program and NTN Protocols

Hope: Agency + Pathway Thinking

3%= Low Hope

2%=Slight Hope

9%=Moderate Hope

86%= High Hope

• Hope Advisory Projects:

• Self Care,

• Gratitude,

• Short and Long Term Goal Setting,

• Community Building

• Hope Small Group

• Mediation Training

• Mediation Training Collaboration with OMS

Let’s continue to work together. Collaboration at all levels matters at Cedar High School and in the Shelton community. It’s like our Hope program teachers, the work of HOPE is to actively engage in steps to support growth THROUGH challenges and continue to be our own next best selves. Let’s do this together.

Take Care,

Susie Honaker Wirzbicki (she/her)

Cedar High School NBCT School Counselor

Shelton, WA

Cedar Counseling Center

I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees.

Henry David Thoreau

Please reach out if you are in need. The Crisis Clinic of Thurston and Mason County is a resource many students and families find helpful. 360-586-2500 24/7

Native Club - A club dedicated to promoting awareness and education of Native American issues and culture.- Advisor- Luanne Bigbear (During Lunch- Tuesday)

Envirothon - A team where students attend competitions to test their ecology knowledge against other schools.- Advisor- Kurt Garrison (After School- Mondays)

Equality Club - Cedar’s club for students with a passion for social justice. Advisor- Colleen Kost (During Lunch- Thursday)

STEAM Club - The newly formed STEAM Club will include a variety of activities including chess, Envirothon, Math Club and E-Sport.

Cedar Ambassadors - A group of student leaders who promote positive culture at Cedar and participate in promoting the school to the community. Advisor- Susie Honaker-Wirzbicki (During Lunch- Wednesday)

Senior Club - Just like it sounds, a club for our seniors! Advisor- Jeff Sumpter (During Lunch- Wednesday)

ASB - Associated Student Body. Student government. Advisor- Michael Dallas (Every other Thursday)

Yearbook- Students will learn about design and create the 23-24 yearbook. (Lunch and After school on Thursday)