Calvert Connection

Families of Seniors: Please see the most updated Senior information in the Senior section of the newsletter. An important update: Due to a calendar conflict, our Senior Awards date has been changed to Tuesday, June 4th at 6:00pm in the CHS Auditorium. It will no longer be held on March 23rd.

Reminders as the end of the school year approaches.

Senior have 10 school days remaining and have worked hard! As the excitement grows for the final days of school, prom and graduation, please remind your Senior that grades and behavior remain important.

Underclassmen have 25 school days remaining. Please encourage your child to finish the school year well with a focus on academic excellence and appropriate behavior. Please review your child's grades and contact their teacher, counselor or administrator with questions.

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May 8

Fourth Marking Period Interims for Grades 6 – 11 Available in HAC

May 14

Primary Election Day – Virtual Asynchronous Learning Day (information below)

May 17

Last Day for High School Seniors

May 24

NO SCHOOL

May 27

NO SCHOOL

June 4

Senior Awards 6:00pm (UPDATED DATE)

June 5

2-hour Early Dismissal

June 6

2-hour Early Dismissal Graduation: Show Place Arena

June 10

2-hour Late Arrival

June 11

2-hour Early Dismissal Underclass Awards 6:00pm

June 12

2-hour Early Dismissal Last Day of School

Calvert County Public Schools has a Virtual Asynchronous Instructional Day of School scheduled for staff and students on Tuesday, May 14, 2024.

Students will access their assignments in Schoology or their teacher will provide paper copies prior to May 14. Class time will be provided by teachers using links for TEAMS meetings. The links will be posted in Schoology and shared with students. Students may login to the TEAMS meeting during their scheduled class period or email their teacher for support.

Click the link for additional information about this day. Contact your child's teacher or administrator with questions. Virtual Asynchronous Instruction Day (finalsite.net)

Our PTSO will celebrateTeacher Appreciation Week on a day May 6-10. If you can help with a donation to help celebrate CHS teachers and staff, sign up using the link below.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080C4BA8A62AA5F49-49034576-chsstaff#/

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Monday: Senior Citizen Day

Tuesday: Gone Fishin’ – ASYNCHRONOUS DAY

Wednesday: College/Career Day

Thursday: Dress as one did in kindergarten

Friday: Blue and Gold Day – Wear your senior shirts

Important Dates: UPDATED

May 6-17 A.P. Exams (specific dates below)

May 8 Spring Athletic Signing

May 13-17 SENIOR WEEK

May 14-15 Caps and Gowns will be Delivered (Pick up in Atrium)

May 13-17 Senior Final Exams

May 17 Last Day of School of Seniors

May 17 Senior Picnic and Sunset – 7:00pm

May 18 Prom at Annmarie Garden-7:00pm-10:00pm

May 30 Graduation Rehearsal - 8:00am in the CHS Auditorium

(Attendance is mandatory if senior wishes to participate in graduation ceremony)

*June 4 Senior Awards, 6:00pm (UPDATED DATE)

June 6 Graduation Exercises - Show Place Arena – Seniors must arrive by 6:30pm

June 6 Project Graduation Celebration

Senior Walk Dates for Elementary Schools

Participating Seniors are encouraged to wear their cap and gowns.

After School Tutoring and Saturday School are opportunities for students to receive additional academic support and to complete current/missing assignments.

After School Tutoring and Saturday School participation link: https://forms.office.com/r/sS5yJ6vSnN

Remaining Saturday School dates:

May 11

June 1

On May 1, the CHS Counseling Office hosted a Decision Day celebration for seniors. May 1 is National Decision Day, a day when seniors make commitments for their plans for after graduation. We are proud of all of our seniors and the hard work they have put in to prepare for their futures. We can’t wait to see what great things they will accomplish in the future! Thank you to our school counselors and guidance department for a great event.

Students visited the Calvert Marine Museum where they studied water quality, learned about the Chesapeake Bay Ecosystem, and explored both native and invasive species in Maryland. Thank you Ms. Dodson, Ms. Jakowitsch and Ms. Valen.

Academics are a priority. Encourage your child to prioritize seeing their teachers during CAV Time to receive academic assistance or enrichment, work on assignments, turn in work, reassess etc. To assist them with scheduling their week, an example CAV Time organizer is included below.

Being involved is important. Encourage your child to join a club or visit one that may interest them. See the current CAV Time club offerings below.

Join school staff in promoting student excellence by continuing to encourage your child to work hard, get involved and to make good choices each day.

If you have questions about AP exams, please contact your child’s AP teacher. If you have questions about exam registration, contact Ms. Young at 443-550-8880 younga@calvertnet.k12.md.us

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https://chs.calvertnet.k12.md.us/athletics

Activities Director: Jason Cranford cranfordJE@calvertnet.k12.md.us

Calvert High School Athletic Boosters is looking for active members who may be interested in serving on the executive board as an Officer or Committee Representative. CHS Booster board members are expected to complete a one-year term starting July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025.

If you are interested in volunteering for any of the positions listed below, please send your name and position of interest to: Calverthighboosters@gmail.com by May 10th, 2024.

Officers of the Club: President: Vice-President, Treasurer, and Secretary

Committee Representatives: Membership, Fundraising, Spirit Wear, Publicity, Scholarship, and Concessions

• Admission cost for regular season athletic events is $6.
• Online tickets for CHS games can be purchased at: Calvert High School Tickets by GoFan. This link includes access to the Student and Parent Pass for the Fall season. This pass can only be used for HOME games.
• There will no admittance after the 3rd quarter.
• Re-entry is not permitted (you may not pay to re-enter)
• Backpacks and bags are not permitted.
• No profanity
• No throwing items in the stands or on the field/court
• Prohibited items include weapons, drugs, alcohol, tobacco, electronic cigarettes, outside food and drinks, laser pointers, non-service animals, sports equipment, and other items deemed inappropriate by the school administration.
• Please help us maintain our campus pride by throwing your trash away.

Athletic Boosters: Brick Pavers Fundraiser

April Counseling Office Updates https://bit.ly/CHSCounselingApr24

Student Crisis Hotline: Students can text “Hello” to 741741 at any time to be connected to a crisis counselor 24/7. Check this link for more crisis resources: http://suicidehotlines.com/maryland.html

Be sure you are checking the Guidance website CHS Guidance and Twitter CHS Guidance Twitter to get up-to-date info on College visits, scholarships, forms, and other important events.

Spring cleaning and prom season are nearly upon us – two exciting things! We are hoping to host a prom closet at CHS to help our students who may be going through some tough times be able to have the things they need to make memories at prom.

If you are going to be doing spring cleaning and have some old prom dresses, jewelry, shoes or bowties that you would like to donate, we would love to have them in the counseling office! Please drop them off in the counseling office.

If your student may be in need of clothing for prom, stay tuned! We will share details about when our prom closet will open for students to shop!

A Word About Internships

You may have heard of the term Internship, but do you know what they are and why they’re important?

An internship is a temporary job or work experience that allows you to learn about a particular career. Internships can last anywhere from a few weeks to a few months and can be paid or unpaid.

They are a great way to gain practical experience and skills that can help you decide what career path you may want to pursue in the future.

Benefits of Internships

Gain real-work experience. Having practical experience will help you stand out in the job market.

Build your network. Getting to know professionals in your field of interest opens the door to more opportunities.

Explore different careers. This is a chance to sample different careers to find the right fit for you.

Develop soft skills. Improving communication, teamwork and problem solving are valuable skills you’ll learn that you can apply to any career.

Steps you can take to land an Internship

Attend Lunch and Learn sessions. These sessions are hosted by the Work-Based Learning Coordinator who shares actionable steps you can take while you’re a high school student.

Attend Career Fairs. Career Fairs are offered in our high schools and are often open to all students county-wide. Ask your career advisor where and when the next career fair will be held.

Meet with your Career Advisor. Talk about fields that you are interested in and opportunities available. Access the appointment calendar at: https://bit.ly/CHSBoyle.

Now is a good time to start thinking about internships. Plan ahead by exploring your interests and gaining valuable experience through internships.

Having trouble with a student laptop? If you are having software issues or password issues, requests can be sent directly to the IT HelpDesk at helpdesk@calvertnet.k12.md.us. If a student is having hardware issues, broken screen, laptop will not turn on, etc., see Ms. Mignardi in the library

UPDATE (3/22/24):

The CHS Student Parking Lot is sold out. After Seniors' last day in May, eligible Juniors can see Ms. Emond or Ms. Hook in the main office regarding a parking pass for the remainder of the year.

Reminders

• Afternoon student pick-up: please back into a parking space to wait for your student. This helps to alleviate a traffic back-up.
• Please drive at a safe speed when dropping-off/picking-up students.

CHS Back Parking Lot

• The CHS back parking lot is for student drivers only. Drop-off and pick-up for students is in the Kiss and Ride lot located at the front of the school.

Student Drivers

• Parking permits must be visible at all times while parking on school grounds.
• Students who are chronically late to school may have their parking permit suspended.
• Please be mindful of your speed and cautious when entering and exiting the parking lot.

Latest CTA Newsletter: https://bit.ly/CTAMarch2024

Students, parents and guardians--Complete the brief survey below to shout out a CHS staff member. No thanks is too big or too small. Let staff know that they are appreciated, made a difference, had an impact or simply a thank you.

Why join the PTSO? Scholarships, Involvement, Voice and Events!

https://chs-ptso-membership-2023-2024.cheddarup.com Please check out our Facebook page, Calvert High PTSO, for more information about our organization. ---CHS PTSO

Do you have extra time to help out at CHS? In order to volunteer in the school AND/OR chaperone field trips, you must complete a 2023-2024 CCPS Application. This information can be found at the link below.

Principal - Andrea Young - 443-550-8881 younga@calvertnet.k12.md.us

12th Grade, 9th (I-Q) – Dona Hook -443-550-8916 hookd@calvertnet.k12.md.us

11th Grade, 9th (A-H)– James Rodenhaver -443-550-8884 rodenhaverj@calvertnet.k12.md.us

10th Grade, 9th (R-Z)– Trey Sirman - 443-550-8882 sirmant@calvertnet.k12.md.us

Student Services Lead (SST) - Kristen Morris - 443-550-8883 morrisk@calvertnet.k12.md.us

Attendance Email – CHSAttendance@calvertnet.k12.md.us

Sherri Barber (Administrative Secretary) – 443-550-8878 barbers@calvertnet.k12.md.us

Valerie Redden (Main Office Secretary) – 443-550-8879 reddenv@calvertnet.k12.md.us

Mandy Stevens (Attendance Secretary) – 443-550-8891 mailto:stevensa@calvertnet.k12.md.us

Raquel Emond (Finance Secretary) – 443-550-8889 emondr@calvertnet.k12.md.us

Kelly MacDonald (School Nurse) – 443-550-8892 macdonaldk@calvertnet.k12.md.us

ATTENDANCE EMAIL In addition to hard copy notes, you can send notes for student absences, students arriving late or needing to leave early to our attendance email. Please direct correspondence to CHSAttendance@calvertnet.k12.md.us. All secretaries in the main office have access to this email address.

Student last name A-E – LeTea Perry, 443-550-8896 perryl@calvertnet.k12.md.us

Student last name F-J – Katherine O'Neill, 443-550-8894 oneillk@calvertnet.k12.md.us

Student last name K-Q – Jessica Ponti, 443-550-8895 pontij@calvertnet.k12.md.us

Student last name R-Z – Mapri Gray, 443-550-8897 graymd@calvertnet.k12.md.us

Guidance Department Secretary – Sharon Kruder, 443-550-8893 kruders@calvertnet.k12.md.us

Registrar – Karen Hickey, 443-550-8898 hickeyk@calvertnet.k12.md.us

Career Advisor - Mary Ann Boyle, 443-550-8919 boylem@calvertnet.k12.md.us

For information about family events and youth activities taking place in our community, visit www.calvertnet.k12.md.us. Please note: These events and activities are not sponsored by the Calvert County Board of Education or Calvert County Public Schools. We provide equal opportunities to outside agencies to distribute materials that offer opportunities to students and/or their parents, but that permission should not be considered a recommendation or endorsement by the school district

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Share your talents at the Juneteenth Community Day Talent Show on June 15 at the Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum in St. Leonard, Maryland! The event will be held from 11am to 5pm, and is sponsored by sponsored by NAACP of Calvert County and Community Partners. Sign up directly at https://form.jotform.com/240866392358164. Cash prizes for each age group ranging from $150-500!

Nondiscrimination Statement

Calvert County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry or national origin, familial status, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or genetic information in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Director of Student Services

Director of Human Resources
443-550-8000

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at: https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.

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Anti-sexual, Anti-racial and Anti-disability Harassment Statement
Discrimination can manifest itself in behaviors such as bullying, harassment, or intimidation of individuals.

Calvert County Public Schools does not tolerate any form of harassment including, but not limited to, sexual, racial, or disability. Any individual (student, employee, or community member) who believes that he or she has been subjected to any form of harassment is encouraged to report the allegation of harassment. Students, parents, and community members may report allegations of harassment to: Ms. Cecelia Lewis, Director of Student Services, Calvert County Public Schools, 1305 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Employees may report allegations of harassment to: Mr. Zachary Seawell, Director of Human Resources, Calvert County Public Schools, 1305 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Calvert County Public Schools is committed to conducting a prompt investigation for any allegation of harassment. If harassment has occurred, the individual will be disciplined promptly. Disciplinary actions for students found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or expulsion. Disciplinary actions for employees found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or termination.

Calvert County Public Schools encourages all students, parents, employees, and community members to work together to prevent any form of harassment.

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at: https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.

Calvert County Public Schools Antiracism Statement

Calvert County Public Schools explicitly denounces racism, bullying, discrimination, white supremacy, hate, and racial inequity in any form within our school community. Furthermore, CCPS will not tolerate the values, structures, and behaviors that perpetuate systemic racism.

Each member of the district, individually and collectively, is responsible for creating and nurturing a safe, antiracist learning environment where each student, staff member, and community partner is a respected and valued member of the CCPS community.