Weekly High School Updates

Monday, April 14, 2025
This Week at Central York High School
Flex Cycle
Monday: Day 5- Altered Bell Schedule
Tuesday: Day 6- Altered Bell Schedule
Wednesday: 1/2 Day Teacher Inservice
Thursday: No School
Friday: No School
CYHS Calendar Reminders
Tuesday, April 15th – Capti Reading Assessment; Altered Bell Schedule
Wednesday, April 16th- 1/2 Day Teacher Inservice
Thursday, April 17th-Monday, April 21st- No School
Wednesday, April 23rd- ASVAAB Test
High School Updates
Altered Bell Schedules
April 14
*Altered Bell Schedule
- 2nd Semester Lockdown and Weather Emergency Drills
- Following drills, 9th through 11th grade students continue with their Smart Futures assignments.
- 12th grade students who have transportation can report after CLC.
CLC 7:45 – 8:41
Pd 1: 8:45 – 10:01
Pd 2: 10:05 – 11:21
Pd 3: 11:25 – 1:21
- A 11:21 – 11:51
- B 11:51 – 12:21
- C 12:21 – 12:51
- D 12:51 – 1:21
Pd 4: 1:25 – 2:46
April 15
*Altered Bell Schedule
- Capti Reading Assessment – 9th and 10th Grade Only
- 11th grade students should complete their Smart Futures assignments.
- 12th grade students who have transportation can report after CLC.
CLC 7:45 – 8:41
Pd 1: 8:45 – 10:01
Pd 2: 10:05 – 11:21
Pd 3: 11:25 – 1:21
- A 11:21 – 11:51
- B 11:51 – 12:21
- C 12:21 – 12:51
- D 12:51 – 1:21
Pd 4: 1:25 – 2:46
Bagged Lunch- Wednesday, April 16th- 1/2 Day for Students
Class of 2025 News
🥳🎉🎓 Help the Senior Class fund their end of the year events! 🥳🎉🎓
Let's help them end their time at Central with the best memories of 2025.
Link to Donate: https://donorbox.org/class-of-2025-donations
CYHS Athletic Boosters
Tickets are now available for the Bingo at the end of the month. All proceeds will go directly back to the teams and student athletes, so let’s make this night a success!
National Honor Society
The CYHS National Honor Society will be holding an NHS informational session on April 30 during flex; this is a day 2 flex. This is for any current 9th, 10th, or 11th grader who is interested in joining the National Honor Society during his/her junior or senior year of high school. We will go over the eligibility for the organization and what students need to submit in terms of paperwork. We will also talk about how they can find volunteer opportunities and what the expectations are if they are accepted into our NHS chapter.
Technology News
The CYHS iTeam will host CYHacks ‘25, a hackathon, on Saturday 5/3/25 from 8 am - 8 pm at the CYHS Library and Learning Hub. Participants in grades 6 through college may spend the day working on their competition entry and/or attend one or more seminars or work on their own to learn and improve their computer science skills. Younger students may attend for all or part of the day, but we would like a parent / guardian to stay with them. Competitors work in small groups or individually to program a project based on the theme announced at the event. Products may include games, websites and apps. Students from all over the region are invited. Our theme this year is: Space.
The day includes seminars related to computer science and 3D printing. Brain breaks include unplugged programming and makerspace activities. There is no fee for the event, and food and prizes are provided. Sponsors for prizes, food, supplies, or monetary donations to purchase items for the event are appreciated. Contact iteam@cypanthers.org with questions.
Panthers in the Park
CYHS Marketing students are hosting their annual Panthers in the Park event on Friday, May 16th, at Wellspan Park. The York Revolution face the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars.
Please consider attending the game to help our learners have a successful event! In addition to a great time bringing our community closer together; this year’s profit will benefit Central York FBLA and Central York Mini-THON.
See the attached flier for more information and shop HERE for tickets, food vouchers, and the student-designed event T-shirts. Additionally, the Rev’s have added FREE playground passes just for the young members of Central families!! (Don’t miss out- the store closes on April 17th- so order soon!)
Library Council News
Library Council is holding its second annual Read-a-Thon March 17-April 16th and April 16-May 16th.
What is Read-A -Thon?
Read books throughout the periods listed above and write down the titles of the books read. Book logs are located in the HUB or you can find one online. On April 16th hand in your book log to Becca in the HUB to be entered into a drawing to win some AWESOME prizes! Wait! There's more!
Read during April 16-May 16th and hand in your second log on May 16th to be entered AGAIN for another drawing! We want STAFF AND STUDENTS to participate in this fun event!
Book Log Due Dates: April 16th, May 16th
Where: HUB, Mrs. Jensenius
Who: STAFF and STUDENTS!
Hosted by: Library Council
Register Today for the Library Council Read-A-Thon: https://forms.gle/wVw9oYEoTSXT84xX8
Take Me Out to the Ball Game!
Any student that took a business class is invited to the Harrisburg Senators Business of Baseball Symposium on Wednesday, May 7th. There, students learn about the various departments that all come together to successfully run a baseball game. After the Senator’s staff presentation, we’ll watch a 12-noon baseball game! We’ll be returning to the high school around 2:15pm for students that play sports. Cost is $8 per ticket. Please see Mr. Hakim in room 421 for a permission card and any questions you may have.
National Honor Society
April 11 and May 2 - this is for anyone attending prom. These items are free, but they must be returned after prom. We will dry-clean the items for the students.
Central York is gearing up for the 2025-2026 Cheer Season!!
Calling ALL 6th - 11th graders in the Central York MS and HS who are interested in joining the Central York Cheer Program.
From The School Counseling Office
Please contact the School Counseling Office with any questions regarding this information.
Seniors, don’t miss out on scholarship applications!
Most scholarships are due April 16. Check out our list at tinyurl.com/cyscholarshiplist - which is updated frequently - and see more info at tinyurl.com/scholarshipprocedure.
AP Exams
AP exams will take place from May 5- May 16. Please refer to this link for exam schedule, room assignments, & important exam information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lGOreYXb7o_BhgXStRFlj6LG9mlI4mAroDWak1H0noA/edit?tab=t.0
Financial Aid for College
Families wanting to learn more about paying for college should consider attending Commonwealth University’s Virtual Financial Aid 101 Information Sessions to help students and their families understand the financial aid process on April 23 at 7pm. Families should register online in advance!
Dual Enrollment Info Available for Summer/Fall 2025
Some of our dual enrollment partner colleges have begun to accept applications for summer and fall 2025. Information can be found at tinyurl.com/cyhsdualenrollment. Follow links to each college’s website for details. Please read carefully for registration instructions and important due dates!
Upcoming Service Academy Information Session
On April 14 at Cedar Cliff High School, Congressman Scott Perry will overview the U.S. Service Academies and provide a briefing on processes for academy applications, congressional nominations, and academy appointments. Interested students and families must RSVP in advance to 717-603-4980 or jodi.marsico@mail.house.gov. See the flyer here and more information here.
ASVAB TESTING
The ASVAB (Armed Service Vocational Aptitude Battery) is being offered at no cost to interested 10th, 11th, and 12th graders at CYHS on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. The ASVAB measures strengths, weaknesses, and potential for future success, in addition to matching career interests with abilities to help direct further career exploration for the student. Students who take the ASVAB are not under any obligation to join the military or even speak with a military recruiter. Interested students should return the permission form found at tinyurl.com/CentralASVAB to the School Counseling Office. Earning a score of 31 or higher on the ASVAB will fulfill the Act 158 graduation requirement for students who do not pass their Keystone exams. Free test prep is available at youtube.com/c/GrammarHero and asvab-prep.com. Pick up an ASVAB permission form in the guidance office and be sure to have your parent/guardian sign and return by April 22.
Juniors, be sure to sign up for a college admissions test this spring!
Those interested in taking the SAT on May 3 should be sure to register on sat.org by April 18.
Those interested in taking the ACT on June 14 should be sure to register on act.org by May 9.
Plan EARLY for NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION (NCAA) ELIGIBILITY
Student-athletes (even those in 9th and 10th grade) who are planning to play sports in college should learn about the NCAA eligibility requirements at eligibilitycenter.org.
Summer Opportunities for Students
There are many great ways to spend your summer, including camps and volunteer work. Many options exist at tinyurl.com/summer-opps, including those at low cost/no cost and nearby camps.
PEER TUTORING
Peer tutoring is available daily during FLEX and can be requested at tinyurl.com/cyhstutoring.
Sign up to BE a peer tutor at tinyurl.com/be-a-peer-tutor.
Career Center News
NEW INFORMATION
Do you have Internship on your schedule for next year?
If so, please stop by the Career Center to complete the Pre-Internship Survey and set-up a meeting with Ms. Lamison. Students that have not completed this process will have internship dropped from their schedule.
Have you ever thought about a career in Medical Imaging?
UPMC - Harrisburg Hospital is hosting six separate interactive presentations on Destination Imaging on Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 8:00am - 12:15pm. Imaging is an important part of the healthcare team! During these presentations you will learn about Radiologic Sciences. Please stop by the Career Center for more information.
Employment
Looking for a job? Check out Central's
virtual job board!
Volunteers Needed
Click here for volunteer opportunities!
School Lunches Update
High School lunches are $3.00 each day. A la carte items from other food lines are available at an additional cost.
Students with a negative food account balance of $5.00 or more cannot add the additional a la carte items from the alternative food lines to their meals. The daily lunch menu meal will still be available for these students.
If your student has a negative account balance, which can be viewed in Skyward, you may deposit funds to their account using the online Revtrak system (Deposit Meal Account Funds Online) or by sending a check with your student to school. Please make checks payable to “Central York School District.” Checks may be given to the cashiers in the cafeteria for deposit into the student’s food services account. If you cannot log in to Skyward, please email familyaccess@cysd.k12.pa.us to update your contact information or reset your account password.
Please complete the Free and Reduced Meal Program application if you need assistance, Free and Reduced Meal Program. If you need additional information or assistance, don't hesitate to contact your student's school counselor or assistant principal.
Your Mental Health Matters
Need to talk with someone? Concerned about someone's safety?
Suicide/Crisis Lifeline
24/7 Support and Assistance
Safe2Say Hotline
Submit anonymous tips and safety concerns online.
Crisis Text Line
Text "Home" to 741741