CCHS Weekly Update

January 20-21: No School for Students

January 24: Extended Homeroom - Adjusted Bell Schedule

January 28: Sophomore SWCA Field Trip

January 31: T2 Report Cards on Portal

February 4: Student Council Blood Drive

February 11: Health Screenings - 9th Grade

February 18: Health Screenings - 11th Grade

February 21: Pep Rally (Adjusted Bell Schedule), Comet Community Carnival, Chili Cook Off

Central Crossing High School Students & Families:

Second Semester: Second semester begins Wednesday, January 22. Students should check their second semester schedules in Infinite Campus to make sure they are following their most recent schedule. We anticipate Term 2 Grade Cards being posted in Infinite Campus on January 31. Additionally please make sure to mark your calendars for Parent/Teacher Conferences on Thursday, February 27 (3:30 - 7:30 pm). Sign ups will be available in the middle of February.

Therapy Dog: Central Crossing High School is excited to announce a new “staff member”, Bo who will join us on campus starting next week. Bo is a certified therapy dog through the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office’s Therapy K9 school and who is also credentialed under the Alliance of Therapy Dogs accredited program.

Starting next week, Bo will be on-site to bring comfort, reduce stress, and foster positive connections with students and staff.

Many in the community may already be familiar with Bo who is a staple at the Southwest Public Library (SWPL) Grove City campus. Looking ahead to next week, Bo will now continue his important community work here at CCHS under the care of his handler, School Resource Officer Shaw of the Grove City Police Department (GCPD).

While there is much excitement about Bo’s arrival, we recognize that some students may have medical concerns or certain aversions to dogs. Parents are encouraged to notify the school office if their child requires accommodations to ensure everyone’s comfort and safety.

In summary, Bo will be on campus regularly to provide a calming presence and spread positivity. We look forward to the many benefits he’ll bring to our school community and introducing you to him upon your next visit to CCHS!

2025-2026 SWCSD Calendar: Our district calendar has been approved for the 2025-2026 school calendar. As we begin planning school events for next school year these will be added to our calendar posted on the school website (cchs.swcsd.us).

• 2025-2026 SWCSD Calendar

Go Comets!

Mr. Steve Fairs

Principal

I Matter 2025: Strong Voices, Strong Girls

Relationships, “drama,” stress and pressure are among the biggest challenges facing girls in grades 5-12. In fact, 79% of girls report feeling like they are going to “explode” from so much pressure.* That’s why Ruling Our eXperiences (ROX), The Center for Family Safety & Healing and Nationwide Children’s Hospital have teamed-up to provide you and your girls the resources, education and support to build healthy relationships and enhance your well-being.

• Now in its 14th year as a staple event in Central Ohio, I Matter is a free, annual community conference that gives girls in grades 6-12 the skills they need to engage in healthy relationships and provides their mothers and mother figures with the tools and strategies necessary to support them.
• Guests will also receive free parking, event swag, refreshments, and exclusive giveaways. Free registration closes 2/12 - sign-up today!

https://www.rulingourexperiences.com/i-matter-2025

Energy Assistance Program

Need help with the burden of costly energy bills this winter? From Nov. 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025, income-eligible Ohioans can receive one-time assistance with their home energy bill through the Department of Development’s Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program. Schedule an appointment by calling 614-252-2799, Option #4; or use the Online Scheduling System HERE.

Congratulations to the students of the month, voted on by our CCHS staff members! Thank you for being an outstanding Comets and representing the 4 R's!

Respect - Responsibility - Recognition - Resilience

9th Grade: Landus Sok

10th Grade: Marley Williamson

11th Grade: Emma Allison

12th Grade: Kendall Kaufman

Staff Member: Dawn Kirby

Auditions for Disney's Descendants will be the week of Jan. 13th, after school. An auditions workshop will be held on Jan. 6th from 3:30-5:30 in the auditorium. Audition information can be found on Central Crossing Theatre's website, here.

Newsletter

Click here to read the I Know I Can December Newsletter!

FAFSA

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is used to determine your eligibility for federal student aid, including loans, grants, and work-study. The FAFSA may also determine your eligibility for state and school aid as well.

Here’s What You Need to Know About the 2025-2026 FAFSA:

• Anyone who provides information on your FAFSA form will be considered a contributor.

• Each contributor (student, parent, spouse) is required to provide information on the FAFSA and will need an FSA ID to access and complete their section of the application. You and each contributor should create your FSA IDs at least 3 days in advance before starting the FAFSA form.

SENIORS

• Please make sure you mark these FAFSA workshop dates on your calendar. The form to register for one of the workshops is linked HERE.

Scheduling

Students in grades 9 - 11 will receive Course Options Sheets on Friday January 24, 2025 during second period. The Course Options Sheet will have options for students to schedule classes for next school year. The students will also have the opportunity to watch a video outlining the scheduling process. The video and Course Options Sheets will be posted on the Central Crossing website and in the students’ google classrooms. Please take the time to review the sheets and video with your student for this very important process.

South-Western Career Academy CCHS Sophomore Schedule

• On Tuesday, January 28, All Cohort 2027 students (Sophomores) have the opportunity to attend a field trip to the South-Western Career Academy to learn more about the amazing programs the SWCA offers. Students will board buses from CCHS at 11:45 AM and will return to CCHS at 1:45 PM.
• Signed permission forms MUST be returned to the Student Support Center but January 22nd in order for students to attend!
• Contact bethany.hambleton@swcsd.us for more information!
• SWCA Permission Form

School Counselors

Heather Fairs - Last names A - D - Heather.Fairs@swcsd.us

Bethany Hambleton - Last names E - Le - Bethany.Hambleton@swcsd.us

Christa Russell - Last names Li - Ri - Christa.Russell@swcsd.us

Amy Schuh - Last names Ro - Z - Amy.Schuh@swcsd.us

Student Support Center Phone: 614-801-6514

Athlete of the Week:

Mackenzie Cox

• Gymnastics
• Junior
• Three year varsity
• Top Team Scorer
• Personal Records achieved this season: Vault: 8.2, Bars: 7.2, Beam: 7.95, Floor: 8.3

Save the Date: Chili-Cookoff: February 21, 2025 from 4-6pm

Booster Meeting: 1/23 at 7pm

Spring Sports Conditioning:

Baseball: See Coach Poage in 172

Softball: See Coach DeRubertis in 162

Track: Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 4-6p

Final Forms:

Students wanting to participate in spring sports need to make sure their Final Forms and physical are up to date: https://southwesterncity-oh.finalforms.com/

Football Newsletter

Click HERE for the January/ February Football Newsletter.

Shoutout!

Shoutout to Couper Corbett for winning his 100th wrestling match this past week at the Comet Classic that was also won by the Comets!

CCHS Athletic Website

Click HERE.

Please be sure to call our attendance line at 614-801-3395 to report absences and tardies. Requests for Out of Building Passes must be made prior to 10:00 am. This line is available 24 hours a day.

South-Western City Schools: South-Western City Schools

Central Crossing High School: CCHS Website

District Calendar: 2024-2025 Calendar

Infinite Campus: Portal Login

SWCSD High School Grading Policy: Grading Policy

Free and Reduced Priced Meals: F/R Meals

Ohio Department of Education: ODE

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Website: Central Crossing High School
Location: 4500 Big Run South Rd, Grove City, OH 43123
Phone: 614.801.6500

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