
Central Mountain High School
Keystone Central School District
Message From the Principal
As we step into March, we can feel the excitement of spring in the air here at Central Mountain High School. With warmer weather just around the corner, our students are gearing up for a busy and exciting season filled with extracurricular activities, academic preparation, and school-wide events that showcase their hard work and dedication.
One of the highlights of the season is our Spring Musical, Chicago, which will take place from April 4-6. Our talented students and staff have been putting in countless hours of rehearsal to bring this production to life, and we can’t wait to see them shine on stage. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to get a sneak peek of the musical at our PBIS Spring Musical Preview event. We encourage everyone to come out and support the arts here at CMHS!
With May quickly approaching, our students are also preparing for the Keystone Exams. These important assessments require focus and dedication, and we encourage students to stay committed to their studies in the coming weeks. Teachers and staff are available to provide extra support, so please take advantage of the resources offered to ensure success.
As we approach the end of the school year, we also want to remind families to check our school district website and social media pages for updates regarding graduation and other year-end activities. These events mark a significant milestone for our seniors, and we look forward to celebrating their achievements.
Finally, our PBIS program continues to provide fun and engaging activities for our students this spring. We’re excited to host events such as the March Madness Watch Party, the Spring Musical Preview, and several other opportunities for students to be recognized for their positive behavior and school spirit.
Thank you for your continued support in making Central Mountain High School a great place for students to learn, grow, and succeed. Let’s make this spring one to remember!
Principal, Nick Verrelli
Principal
Assistant Principal
Assistant Principal
Upcoming Activities
March 3rd-7th- CMHS Spirit Week
March 14th- No School
March 17th- In-Service Day AM-Senior Projects/Conferences PM - In-Service
March 18 - Act 80 Day
March 28 - 3 hr. Early Dismissal/In-Service (1/2 clerical)
Messages and Updates through Class Dojo
Messages and Updates through Class Dojo
Please be sure to connect (or reconnect) so you don't miss any important information from your child's school or teachers.
Stay informed about:
- School events and activities
- Important deadlines and assignments
- Emergency alerts and school delays/dismissals/closures
Central Mountain High School Dojo
Make sure to download our Class Dojo to keep updated for important information.
Keystone Conversations
This year, we will be offering monthly ‘Keystone Conversations’ in an effort to provide our parents and guardians with information they feel would be most helpful to assist in closing the gap between home and school. We would love to hear from parents / guardians to know what training or information they would like to receive. We would like all parents / guardians to complete this short form to let us know what you need.
Counseling Connection
CMHS Student Services
A counselor is someone to talk to, who will listen without judgment. A school counselor can assist in short-term counseling and if needed arrange long-term counseling and the SAP (Student Assistance Program) and Tier II support. Counselors can teach students tools to improve and cope with different situations, especially because sometimes it's hard to figure out where to start. Students may be want to see a counselor for the following reasons:
Want to share an experience/feelings
- Feel depressed and/or lonely
- Have thoughts of self-harm
- Feel stressed and/or anxious
- Feel angry and/or frustrated
- Want to improve grade(s)
- Talk about college/careers
- Relationship/peer issues/conflicts
- Personal issues (divorce/separation, loss of a loved one, etc.)
To learn more or to schedule a meeting, please contact your student's school counselor.
Madison Yunker, Class of 2025 School Counselor(12th)
Phone: 570-893-4900 x4518
Email: myunker@kcsd.us
Molly Leitch, Class of 2026 School Counselor (11th)
Phone: 570-893-4900 x4305
Email: mleitch@kcsd.us
Christine Koch, Class of 2027 School Counselor (10th)
Phone: 570-893-4900 x4519
Email: ckoch@kcsd.us
Holly Moore, Class of 2028 School Counselor9th)
Phone: 570-893-4900 x4515
Email: hmoore@kcsd.us
Kyle Galer, District Wide School Social Worker
Phone: 570-893-4900 x2341
Email: kgaler@kcsd.us
Family Connections
ESL
Math: Learning Together at Home
Math is everywhere! When you measure an ingredient for a recipe, tell time, pay a bill, or look at the daily temperature, you are using math. These activities offer ideas on how to make math fun at home and start building some math skills that kids will use as they get older. Click to learn more!
Video (Spanish Only)
Translation Services
If your family speaks a language other than English, the district has access to translators and interpreters that can accompany you in meetings with teachers and school members. If you would like to be connected with a translator or interpreter please reach out to your child’s teacher or the school guidance counselor. The accessibility features in the top right corner of this Smore allow you to translate this page.
Attendance Matters
We're so excited to have our schools filled with students and teachers where we can all grow and learn together!
There is so much awesomeness that can be achieved when we're present at school. If something is getting in the way of your student coming to school, please reach out to your student's teacher, school counselor, district social worker, or school nurse. We want to make sure that your student is receiving whatever supports necessary to help them be successful.
REMINDER: As we start a new school year, excuses need to be turned in within 3 days of an absence. Use your school's attendance email to make sure that the excuse notes get turned in on time.
Wildcats on the Prowl: Attendance Matters Now!
SAP
If you are concerned about a student for any reason, you can make a SAP referral. The SAP referral can potentially lead to any needed services and/or supports the student may need to be successful.
Scan the QR code on the picture to make a referral!
VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
The link in the button above should take you to our Volunteer Application.
You may also apply on-line at https://www.applitrack.com/kcsd/onlineapp/ instead of using a paper form.
Clearances and Mandated Reporter training are also required. Here are the links:
· Clearances
· (Act 34) PA State Police https://epatch.pa.gov/home
· (Act 151) PA Child Abuse https://www.compass.state.pa.us/cwis/public/home
· (Act 114) FBI https://www.identogo.com/locations/pennsylvania
Use service code to receive the correct clearance: 1KG6XN
Mandated Reporter Training http://www.reportabusepa.pitt.edu/
Elizabeth Nace is our Personnel Secretary & Volunteer Specialist, you can use the information below to contact her, and she said she is happy to help you and answer questions!
570-893-4900 x 2319
https://www.kcsd.us/district-offices/human-resources/volunteer-information
86 Administration Drive, Mill Hall, PA 17751
ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES
Check out our School websites for CMHS Athletics
Athletic Director & Virtual Academy Principal
Safety & Security
Safety & Security
Officer Scott VanGorder - Central Mountain High School
Officer Cory Beaver - Bucktail High School & Renovo Elementary
Officer Luke Motter - Central Mountain Middle School
Officer Mike Fetzer - Elementary district-wide and District Attendance Officer
Officer Todd Brian - District-wide
Keeping Up With Keystone
Keystone Central Career & Technical Center
Quick Links
Federal Programs
Central Mountain High School Contacts
Main Phone Line: 570-893-4900 ext 4501
Fax Number: 570-893-4640
Tawnni Germello- Administrative Secretary (Front Office- Main)
Phone: 570-893-4900 ext. 4502
Email: tgermello@kcsd.us
Dana Robinson- Administrative Secretary (Back Office- Student Services)
Phone: 570-893-4900 ext. 4302
Email: drobinson@kcsd.us
Sandy Crays- Attendance Secretary
Phone: 570-893-4900 ext. 4508
Email: scrays@kcsd.us or cmhsattendance@kcsd.us (use for excuses & early dismissal notes)
Aleisha Jarrells- Student Service Secretary
Phone: 570-893-4900 ext. 4516
Email: ajarrells@kcsd.us
April Lucas- CTC Secretary
Phone: 570-893-4900 ext. 4301
Email: alucas@kcsd.us
Jenn Walters- School Nurse
Phone: 570-893-4900 ext. 4601
Email: jwalters@kcsd.us