Charger Chatter

Hi Charger Nation,

I hope the past week was a time of relaxation and togetherness for you and your family, and a chance to reflect on the things you are grateful for. I am thankful for the opportunity to work with the best kids in the world – our Clear Springs Chargers! Our students are truly incredible, and I love being able to support them during their best days and their not-so-good days.

As we head into December, our fall support counseling groups are coming to an end. We will start back up in January with new topics based on needs our students have identified. Support counseling groups run during Lightning Lunch and last for 6 weeks each. We will send out the information for our next round of groups soon.

With three weeks left before the semester ends, the stress and pressure of grades, finals, and holiday plans can be a lot to handle! Here are some tips for managing it all:

• Set some boundaries – you don’t have to say yes to every party and plan!
• Take care of yourself – while the holidays are all about giving, we need to remember to take some time for ourselves, too. Put on a special face mask, curl up with a favorite book, or take a walk outside.
• Find joy where you can – the holidays bring about mixed emotions for some; hold on to the traditions and events that bring you joy and allow yourself to say no to the things that no longer do.
• Seek support – talk about how you are feeling to a trusted friend or family member. It’s OK to admit when you’re not OK.

I hope everyone has a great week back on campus! Encourage your student(s) to reach out to a counselor if they need support; we are here to help!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Valadez

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a high school student in 2024? This year CSHS is hosting a parent preview day so you can do just that!

We will be hosting a group of parent/guardians to tour the school, observe classrooms in action and hear from some of our very own students. We will be planning to see all grades and levels of class so that you can help your Charger make the best decisions during upcoming course selection.

If you are interested you must fill out the form below so that we can reserve spots and ensure all meet CCISD visitor and safety guidelines. Your feedback will also enable us to build a meaningful day based on the needs of your student.

https://forms.office.com/r/t8RQWVe5S4

In accordance with Education Code 25.092, a student must be in attendance for at least 90% of the days that each class is offered to earn credit. When a student’s attendance drops below 90% but remains above 75% of the days the class is offered, the student may earn credit for the class by completing a plan approved by the principal. The maximum number of absences a student may accumulate per course for this semester without losing credit is eight, and the maximum number of absences a student may accumulate per course for this semester and remain above 75% is twenty.

Students who's attendance has fallen into this category have been drafted through RTI Schedule for a meeting during Lightning Lunch. At this meeting, the students will receive information regarding the Credit Appeal Process as well as a list of their absences. Please have your student check their RTI Schedule to see if they are required to attend this meeting.

Meeting Dates and Times:

• Seniors - Tuesday December 3rd - A-Lunch
• Juniors - Tuesday December 3rd - B-Lunch
• Sophomores - Wednesday December 4th - A- Lunch
• Freshman - Wednesday December 4th - B-Lunch

This is a reminder that students are not allowed in the parking lot during school hours. Once you have arrived on campus, you may only go to your vehicle with the permission of an Administrator. Students found in the parking lot during the school day will be assigned consequences for being out of area. Students found inside a vehicle during school hours will be subject to an Administrative search of the vehicle, their person, and their belongings.

Late Arrival / Early Release / and Travel Courses:

All students are required to have their Student ID with the prescribed Off Campus Sticker when leaving campus. Students will be required to show their ID to our Parking Lot Monitor to exit the lot. Students who are unable to show their ID will be redirected into the parking lot and will not be allowed to leave. Refusal to comply with directives will result in the revoking of parking privileges for the remainder of the year.

The time has come to check your 2nd semester schedule to make sure it is complete and you are taking courses that meet your graduation requirements. If you notice that a change is needed, follow the steps below to request a course change. Keep in mind, schedule change requests are based on seat availability and are not guaranteed. Schedule changes will only be considered for the following reasons:

• You are a Senior not scheduled in a course needed for graduation.
• You already earned credit for a course that is on your 2nd semester schedule.
• You do not have the prerequisite(s) for a course on your 2nd semester schedule.
• You previously failed a course with the same teacher.
• You have been dismissed from a program where approval must be granted for placement.
• You do not have a full schedule.
• There is a data entry error: no lunch, class listed twice, free period, etc…
• You need remedial coursework for state assessment graduation requirements.

STEPS TO REQUEST A 2ND SEMESTER COURSE CHANGE

• STEP 1: Review your 2nd semester schedule on Skyward. Your schedule is listed on the Schedule Tab.
• STEP 2: If you need a change, talk to your parents/guardian. You must have their permission/approval before a change will be considered.
• STEP 3: Complete the Course Change Request - 2nd Semester form and email it to your counselor by Friday, December 13, 2024. A parent/guardian signature is required for the course change request to be considered.

Please be aware that class and seat availability will be considered when evaluating a request. If a seat is not available or your request does not meet the criteria listed above, the change request will NOT BE APPROVED and your 2nd semester schedule will remain the same.

If you have any questions, contact your counselor directly.

Do you have questions about the college application process? Need help navigating Naviance? Not sure how to request transcripts or letters of recommendation? The College Corral is for you! This college application series is on Tuesdays and Thursdays during Lighting Lunch in the Library, on a come & go basis. CSHS Counselors are available to assist students with their college application questions. Seniors are encouraged to stop by as many times as needed!

If you are new to Clear Springs High School, you are invited to join our Charger Café! This is a great opportunity to meet, greet, and learn the Charger Way. Charger Café meets the last Friday of every month in 1321C (Fine Arts Hallway). Hope to see you there!

3rd period Attendance is mandatory for the Final Exam week to maintain exemption status.

· No exam will be administered early. See your assistant principal if you have any questions or concerns.

· Buses will run @ 2:35 PM on December 17th – 19th.

· Students who choose to remain on campus for study review sessions in the afternoon MUST report to a classroom and remain there for the entire period. Students MAY NOT ROAM HALLWAYS.

· Students MAY NOT leave campus for any reason and come back for a tutorial session or to ride the bus home.

· Lunch served on December 17th – 19th. No lunch served on December 20th.

· Early Release – December 20th – buses will run at 11:30 AM.

· Fall Semester Exam Exemptions – please see page 29 of the CCISD Grading Guidelines for details.

The Free and Reduced Meal Program provides an opportunity for eligible families with enrolled students at CCISD to receive meals at a discounted price or at no cost based on program requirements. The cost of a meal is determined by the student’s eligibility – Free, Reduced or Paid. But did you know that there are many other program benefits? For more information head to the CCISD Child Nutrition Department Page.

As our Juniors and Seniors begin preparations to leave the stables of Clear Springs High School, it's important to take some time to visit future possibilities for their higher education. Per CCISD district policy, students may have two college visits in their junior year and two in their senior year. Students must request College Day visits two weeks prior to the visit. Upon return, students are required to submit a letter from the college verifying attendance on their campus. Students can find copies of the College Day Request form at any of the Pod Reception Desks.

November 18: PTSA Meeting

November 18: CCISD School Board Meeting

November 25-29: Thanksgiving Holiday

LEAGUE CITY HOLIDAY PARADE SIGN UP DEADLINE IS 11/30

Seniors, want to earn points by participating in the League City Holiday parade with your Senior Class of 2025 on December 7th? For only $15, you will receive a shirt, graduation cap, and reusable bag!

Deadline to sign up is 11/30, click here to purchase your $15 Parade Package today!

SENIOR CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS

Class of 2025 CSHS Senior Ornaments are now on sale for $10 each! Click HERE to order yours today. Deadline to order is Dec. 13th.

BINGO NIGHT

Three Graces will be hosting a BINGO Night for Project Grad on 1/30/25. 100% of the proceeds will benefit PG25! Want to earn points by being a part of the planning committee? SIGN UP HERE by 12/1/24.

Rodeo Houston Scholarship Information

College Applications & Naviance

Scholarships

Need a Transcript for Fall College Applications? Act now! Requests for official transcripts for college applications must be submitted through Naviance by Wednesday, December 18, 2024 in order to be processed before Winter Break. Any requests received after this date will be processed in January after staff returns.

Additionally, if you need letters of recommendation(s) from your teachers and/or counselors, please allow 2 weeks for this request. Do not wait until the last minute for deadlines!

November 28 - Steven Jones

November 29 - Cirby Vest

December 1 - Travis Falknor

December 3 - Eric Huysman

December 6 - Chris Floyd

December 8 - Martha Morian

If a student is wanting to start a new club, he/she can pick up club forms in the 1100/1200 from Ms. Huerta, the pod secretary. The link provided shows all active clubs on campus and its sponsor. More information about meeting times is forthcoming with lightning lunch scheduling being finalized.

Current CSHS Club List

During Lightning Lunch each student gets 30 minutes of lunch and 30 minutes of tutorials. In order for everyone to have a safe and meaningful lunch time it is imperative that all students sign up for at minimum 3 sessions per week using the RTI scheduler app. The only exception is seniors who have 6 and 7th period off.

You can help your student make good choices by ensuring they have registered for the tutorials. While there are not many grades yet, they will be coming in very soon and it is always good to be prepared. Clubs will also be starting soon!

Please sit with your Charger and have him/her show you where he/she is going. See the steps below:

1. Log on to the student SSO portal.

2. Click the RTI Scheduler app (shown in the upper right)

3. Navigate to the week of August 19th on calendar view.

4. You should see 3 sessions selected, if you do not there will be a blue "choose a session" button to click. A list of your students available teachers will populate.

--> See the picture below for an example of what it will look like. In this example a student has one tutorial selected (Silent reading study hall) and can select another 4 using the blue "Choose a Session" button.

Extra tips:

• Have your charger check skyward grades to make the best choices for tutorials.
• Check the Lightning Lunch section in the CSHS website for tutorial schedules and lots of helpful information.

ASVAB Interest Survey - Click HERE

2024 STAAR EOC Make-ups/Retest – December 2nd through 6th

STAAR 2025 EOC Dates:

· English I – April 10th

· English II – April 15th

· Biology – April 17th

· US History – April 22nd

· Algebra I – April 24th

• Clear Creek ISD Student Handbook The student handbook encompasses all schools and any information you may need. Be sure to use the table of contents to navigate efficiently.
• Clear Creek ISD Dress Code This link takes you straight to the dress code.
• Clear Creek ISD Bus Information At this link you can find your bus number and pick up time, as well as other transportation information.
• Clear Creek ISD Technology This link has all the information you will need about student devices and purchasing insurance. Families are highly encouraged to purchase the $20 insurance coverage to protect against accidental damage, theft, fire, electrical or other damages.
• Clear Creek ISD Student Code of Conduct The student code of conduct outlines the expectations of CCISD students and contains the information for contacting the Office of Parent Assistance.
• Clear Creek ISD Volunteer and Mentor Are you looking for a way to make an impact in CCISD? Visit this link for more information on volunteering and mentoring at CCISD.

• CSHS School Profile - The School Profile provides information about our campus, including our grading scale, GPA point scale, and performance data.

• CSHS Guidance & Counseling Comprehensive Counseling Program Disclosure - This link takes you to an overview of our campus comprehensive school counseling program.

Character, Strength, Honor, Success

Website: https://clearsprings.ccisd.net/
Location: 501 Palomino Lane, League City, TX, USA
Phone: 281-284-1300
Twitter: @ClearSpringsHS