Dec 2: First day back from break
College Application Deadline for UC and CSU Universities
Dec. 3: NHS Tutoring Support 3:35 pm in room 511
CoSA Preview Night at 6pm in the theatre
Dec. 5: NHS Tutoring Support at lunch in room 511
CHS Dance PE performance of A Very Special Tree -7 pm in the theatre:
Dec 6: Coronado Holiday Parade 6pm
Dec.9-13 Winter Spirit Week - Get your gear ready!
We hope you're having a wonderful holiday week with your family and friends.
Thank you to our amazing Islander parents and PTO who never cease to amaze us with their dedication to our staff and students. We are truly grateful for all that you do!
A special thank you to Park Life for generously sponsoring a beautiful Thanksgiving feast for our Islander staff. It was a wonderful opportunity to come together, share a meal, and celebrate the season of gratitude.
CoSA Preview Night Dec. 3rd at 6pm: Students interested in applying to a CoSA conservatory are encouraged to attend the preview night this Tuesday.
Attention Seniors: ON CAMPUS SENIOR PORTRAITS: Seniors, there are still spots available for ON CAMPUS Quick Shots Dec. 2nd and 3rd in the MPR for quick portraits. Please Sign up HERE : ON CAMPUS SENIOR QUICK SHOTS SIGN UP
- All senior portraits are due NO LATER THAN Dec. 18. Call Cherished Memories to schedule a studio sitting if you cannot make Dec. 2 and 3.
See the Senior section below for Yearbook Photo Clothing Information
Get your Winter Spirit Week Gear Ready!!
Monday, 12/9 Night Before Christmas PJ Day
Tuesday, 12/10 Hit the Slopes Day (ski gear)
Wednesday, 12/11 Holiday Hat Day
Thursday, 12/12 Family Photo Day (match with a group)
Friday, 12/13 Frostbite Friday (wear white)
A message from PTO: Please help us spread some holiday cheer at CHS! On Wednesday, December 18th teachers and staff will be treated to hot cocoa, baked holiday treats and a small token of our appreciation in their boxes. THANK YOU Clayton's for your continued support and genoristy this holiday season!
We would love your support by either donating a $10 gift card or by baking or buying your favorite holiday treat. The $10 gift cards will be gifted to the 120 amazing teachers and staff at CHS. We could not do what we do without your support, our wonderful parents. Your generous doantions will help us celebrate our teachers and staff and help spread a little holiday cheer! Please make your donation here
CHS Dance PE performance of A Very Special Tree - December 5th at 7 pm in the theatre: A free, 50 minute narrative performance geared toward young children and written to emphasize the importance of kindness, sharing and self-worth. The great way to kick-off the holidays!
NHS Service Hours Reminder: If you are a current member of NHS, remember you must earn 10 total service hours for Term 1 or you risk being deactivated. Those interested in pursuing an application for NHS in February should be collecting 10 service hours, as well
NHS tutoring: Our NHS tutors are available to provide support in any content area with students in all grade levels. This is an excellent way for students to get some extra support with their classes! Tutoring will take place on:
- Tuesdays after school 3:35-4:35pm Room 511
- Thursdays at lunch Room 511
Athletics: Coronado Athletics Website: https://www.islandersportsfoundation.net
- Link to Athletics Schedule
Campus Safety: Guests are required to always check in at the front office. ALL visitors must present their identification when visiting campus.
The Creative Writing Club is hosting its annual Short Story Competition. The competition will be judged by a panel of faculty and students and prizes will be awarded to the winners. The competition is open to any CHS student. This year's prompt is: "A hidden scar that reveals an uncomfortable truth."
- There will be fliers in every English classroom as well as in the library with a QR code linking to the competition rules and guidelines. The deadline to submit is December 11th.
- Student writers are encouraged to enter thier stories. Students can view the rules HERE or contact joshua.chao@coronadousd.org
SCHOLARSHIPS! Local Scholarships are now available in Xello in addition to the national scholarships! The counselors will be adding scholarships weekly going forward as they become available. The majority of the ones we add are either local to Coronado or San Diego, therefore you have an increased chance of receiving those. Seniors received a detailed email regarding scholarships to their school email on Friday, November 8th.
To Access Scholarships in Xello: - Go to College Planning (under Quicklinks on your dashboard) -> Scholarships (Parents can view them)
SPRING COMMUNITY COLLEGE COURSES
If your student is wanting to take a course at a community college in spring 2025(not including the dual enrollment courses on campus), the course catalogs and registration are open. Please have them stop by or email Counselor Ms. Ereno at kristen.ereno@coronadousd.net to schedule an appointment to look for classes and complete the registration process.
PARENTS OF SENIORS!
College Applications: If your student is going to any type of college, including UC, Cal State, Community or any other private or public University, students need to add their colleges they are applying to in Xello, our college and career platform. We prepped the students as juniors last year and then reviewed it with them during the senior assembly on September 10th and sent an email and did homeroom activities to add colleges on September 18th. You received an email on Thursday October 25th with additional details on what is required and detailed instructions. Please reach out to your student’s counselor if you have any questions.
Financial Aid & Funding College Night for Seniors!
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and CA Dream Act are not opening this again year until December 1st due to changes with the application. We will keep you updated with the information as soon as it is available. CHS will be holding our Funding College Night with financial aid experts on January 15th (moved from December 10th), so please save the date. More detailed information to come later in November.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Check out the current internship opportunities available in the Coronado community HERE. There is a new section on internships throughout San Diego and beyond at the bottom of the document! Please contact Lead Counselor, Kristen Ereno at kristen.ereno@coronadousd.net with any questions.
NEW!!: Clayton’s Coffee Shop & Clayton’s Bakery and Bistro Internships
We are excited to be part of the internship program and are looking for two to four positions. One can be considered a marketing position that involves social media, photography and graphic design. We are excited to see posts, pics, and designs that you'd be proud to call your own! We are also interested in starting an accredited barista training program. This position would be hands on restaurant and business experience. Please email us at Penny@creamandsugarinc.com and let us know why you are applying, what draws you to the position and location. Let us know if you've been to our locations and tell us about your experiences.
NEW!!: Nicole Paquin Author
Local Fiction author and screenwriter, Nicole L. Paquin has several Coronado based projects about to emerge and is seeking web development, and social media marketing assistance. The position would be helping polishing the author website, as well as growing a following on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Tik Tok. Create fun and engaging Social Media and Tik Tok content for three novels, and attached screenplays. Submit cover letter with reason for interest in internship position to nikip0802@gmail.com.
LIFEGUARDS NEEDED for City of Coronado Aquatics Center - NO Experience Needed!
Requirements: 16 years old and basic swimming ability. Training for lifeguard certification will be provided. Apply online through the City of Coronado’s employment website HERE.
Current Job Openings in Coronado: Indeed Job Postings
Visit the CHS Counseling Website
Holiday Displays and Activities
Happy Holidays, CHS! Celebrate at the CHS Library all month long! Browse our holiday book display, make holiday crafts at our destress/creativity station, complete a holiday puzzle, and plan to join us in the CHS Library on Tuesday, December 17th, during lunch for the opportunity to create and take home festive book art and ornaments for the holidays! Open to all CHS students and staff! We will provide cookies and cocoa! The Coronado Public Library will be joining us for this fun event you won’t want to miss!
2024-2025 Reading Goals
How many books will our Islanders read in a year? Encourage your students to visit the CHS Library to make a personal reading goal for this school year! Students who make a reading goal will be entered into a drawing for a free book! Prizes will also be awarded to those who complete their reading goal anytime this school year.
·Library Hours and Contact
CHS Library Hours: 8am – 4pm on school days
CHS Library Extension: 2088
CHS Library General Email: chslibrary@coronadousd.net
SENIORS:
On This Island: Complete the Class of 2025 Yearbook Survey - click on the photo or HERE - Complete by DEC. 6th
YEARBOOK - Senior Photos
The class of 2025 ON CAMPUS Quick Shots will be Dec. 2 and 3 in the MPR. Please Sign up HERE: ON CAMPUS SENIOR QUICK SHOTS SIGN UP
Space is limited - First come, first serve. MORE APPOINTMENT TIMES HAVE BEEN ADDED
All senior portraits must be taken by Cherished Memories and are due BEFORE December 18, 2024.
Buy Your Yearbook
Yearbooks are now $90 - Orders will close in February
Go to Jostensyearbooks.com to order yours
There are more than SIX Coronado High Schools who use Jostens, so be sure you select Coronado High School - Coronado, CALIFORNIA
2025 Senior Yearbook Ad Sales
Order your 2025 Coronado High School Senior a recognition / Baby ad now.
Full Page: $325; Half Page $175 and Quarter Page: $110 - while supplies last Jostensyearbooks.com
Senior Portrait Appointments
Your ID photo is NOT your Senior Portrait!
NOW available at the Cherished Memories Studio. Call 951.304.4133 to schedule a sitting.
A $30 deposit will be collected and will be applied to package purchase or will be reimbursed upon completion of your yearbook photo. Senior Portraits are due BEFORE the December Break and they fill up fast.
Coronado High School Yearbook Senior Portrait Clothing Information
This is the LAST yearbook photo of your high school career. It is not an ID photo - it will appear in the SENIOR section of the yearbook. Dress in a manner that shows your individuality, but makes that as professional as it can be. Seniors may select to wear the black drape or tuxedo option provided by the photographer. Students not wearing appropriate attire will be required to wear a black wrap or tuxedo jacket provided by the photographer.
Here are some suggestions:
Professional style tops:
Collared button downs
Sweaters
Dresses
Blouses
Suit jackets / sport coats / vests
Ties
NJROTC Dress Uniform
Black drape or tuxedo provided by photographer
Students MAY NOT wear:
Logo t-shirts
Hoodies
Baseball, cowboy, or other non-religious hats/head coverings
Plunging necklines
Sunglasses / dark lenses
Please help support our Coronado Best Buddies chapter by using the link below to order See's Candy! The candy is delivered quickly to any address, now through December 5th. Best Buddies See's Candy
2025 Yearbooks On Sale Now to ALL students
Yearbooks are now $90 - Orders will close in February
Jostensyearbooks.comThere are more than SIX Coronado High Schools who use Jostens, so be sure you select Coronado High School - Coronado, CALIFORNIA
2025 Senior Ad Sales
Order your 2025 Coronado High School Senior a recognition / Baby ad now.
Full Page: $325; Half Page $175 and Quarter Page: $110 - while supplies last
You must ALSO purchase a yearbook - the cost of the book is NOT included with the Ad. Jostensyearbooks.com
Coronado High School
Website: https://chs.coronadousd.net/
Location: 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, USA
Phone: 619.522.8907
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoronadoIslanders
