🐾WHS ROAR REPORT🐾

Much of this week’s newsletter is a repeat from last week. As we prepare for the start of the school year, we want to make sure that all families have the most important information at their fingertips and that nothing gets missed during this busy time of year.

You will see several reminders and pieces of information repeated below intentionally. Please take a few minutes to review everything so you and your student are ready for a great start to the 2026–27 school year!

If you have any questions or concerns before the first day of school, the best way to reach me is by email at cpowers@watervlietps.org. Please do not hesitate to reach out—even over the weekend. I am happy to answer questions, help clarify information, or assist with anything you or your student may need before we begin.

We are excited to welcome our Panthers back and can’t wait to get the year started!

Gran parte del boletín de esta semana repite información de la semana pasada. Mientras nos preparamos para el inicio del año escolar, queremos asegurarnos de que todas las familias tengan la información más importante a su alcance y de que no se pase por alto nada durante esta época tan ocupada del año.

Verán que algunos recordatorios e información aparecen nuevamente a continuación de manera intencional. Por favor, tómense unos minutos para revisar todo para que ustedes y sus estudiantes estén preparados para ¡un excelente comienzo del año escolar 2026–27!

Si tienen alguna pregunta o inquietud antes del primer día de clases, la mejor manera de comunicarse conmigo es por correo electrónico a cpowers@watervlietps.org. No duden en escribirme, incluso durante el fin de semana. Con gusto responderé sus preguntas, aclararé cualquier información o ayudaré con cualquier cosa que ustedes o sus estudiantes puedan necesitar antes de comenzar.

¡Estamos muy emocionados de darles nuevamente la bienvenida a nuestros Panthers y estamos ansiosos por comenzar este nuevo año escolar!

You might wonder why I would start our first newsletter of the year with a photo of the Class of 2026. The answer is simple—our newest Panther alumni are starting something new, too.

While we prepare to welcome students back to WHS, our 2026 graduates are beginning their journeys beyond our walls. Many are heading to college, some to military boot camp or training, and others into the workforce.

Graduation is a wonderful time to celebrate them, but I always think of our graduates again at the start of the next school year because this is when their next chapter truly begins—taking the skills, experiences, and support they gained here and putting them to use on their own.

Whether you know a 2026 graduate or not, take a moment to send some positive Panther vibes their way as they begin this exciting next chapter.

Class of 2026, we are proud of you. Once a Panther, always a Panther. Now go Own the Moment! 🐾❤️

As you make final preparations for the start of high school, we wanted to send out a few reminders concerning class t-shirt sales, class dues and joining our Class of 2030 sportYou!

Class of 2030 t-shirts will still be available for purchase in the high school Counseling Office during lunches and before or after the school day. T-shirts are $15 each and are a great way to show our class spirit and support of one another at sporting events!

Class dues can also be paid in the Counseling Office before or after school or during lunches. They are $20 per year (9th through 11th there are no fees for senior year) or if you would prefer to pay them all at once they are $60 total.

Attached is the information concerning our class sportsYou. Please join as soon as possible so that you are able to receive the most up to date information concerning class events like: homecoming float building, hallway decorating, powder puff football and volleyball and much more!

Thanks,

Mrs. Kinzler & Mrs. Dawson

Six years ago, I walked into WHS as the new principal, excited to be in Watervliet but also nervous about what was ahead. From my previous experience, I knew that one of the most important people to my success would be my secretary—and on that first day, I didn't know Teri at all.

Looking back, I could not have been more fortunate.

The last six years of Teri's incredible 26-year career at Watervliet have been some of the best years of my career as an administrator. Her ability to think ahead, attention to detail, work ethic, sense of humor, early mornings, late evenings, and absolute dedication to our students and staff have been invaluable. I can sincerely say that much of the success WHS has experienced during my time here is because of Teri and the work she has done behind the scenes every single day.

Teri has been much more than my secretary—she has been my partner in this work and someone I knew I could depend on every day. I will miss her tremendously, as I know so many others will.

Teri, thank you for everything you have done for me, WHS, and generations of Panthers. I wish you nothing but happiness in your well-deserved retirement. And while she may officially be retired, I have a feeling we will still see her around WHS. ❤️🐾

Congratulations, Teri. Once a Panther, always a Panther.

Our WHS Main Office and Counseling Office team is made up of some of the hardest-working and most dedicated people you will find! From left to right: Jola Luberda, Main Office Secretary, Christina Powers, Principal, Jamie Dawson, High School Counselor, and Jessica Tyler Counseling Office Secretary. We are here to help students and families with just about anything you may need.

Please remember that these four ladies support more than 360 students and their families, along with more than two dozen faculty members each and every day. Our offices can get incredibly busy, so we appreciate your patience, kindness, and understanding as we work to make sure everyone gets the help they need.

Most importantly, we are here for you and your child! Our offices are open 7:00 AM–3:00 PM each school day, and we will always do our very best to answer your questions, solve problems, and help make your child's high school experience a positive one. Never hesitate to reach out—we are happy to help!

We are incredibly fortunate to have a high school staff that is dedicated, hardworking, and deeply committed to our Panthers. Each year, they return with renewed energy, fresh ideas, and a passion for making our school the very best it can be—and this year was no different!

Pictured here, our staff is reviewing parent, student, and teacher survey data from the end of last school year. They worked together to celebrate our strengths, ask important questions, and identify ways we can continue to grow and improve.

We are proud of a staff that is always willing to listen, reflect, learn, and work together to do what is best for our kids. ❤️🐾

Tuesday, Sept 1, 7:30 a.m. first team meeting. You MUST attend in order to participate in Debate Day Sept 16.

At Watervliet High School, we are fortunate to have staff members who take on many additional roles beyond the classroom to support our students and school community. Below is a helpful guide for families showing the staff members involved in our student organizations, leadership opportunities, academic supports, department leadership, and coaching.

🏆 Coaching Roles

We are grateful to these staff members for the extra time, energy, and commitment they give to our students throughout the school year. These programs and opportunities help our students find connections, develop leadership skills, receive additional support, and become more involved in the WHS community. ❤️🐾

We have an exciting last-minute Dual Enrollment opportunity available right here at Watervliet High School!

Students have the opportunity to take CIS (COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS) 100 through Lake Michigan College (LMC) with instructor Kyle Kelley. Even better, the course is offered on-site at WHS during 7th hour on Wednesdays, making it a convenient way for students to earn college credit while still in high school.

If you are interested in adding CIS 100 to your schedule, please see Mrs. Tyler right away or email her as soon as possible. Because this is a last-minute opportunity, interested students should reach out quickly!

Don’t miss another great opportunity to earn college credit as a Panther! 🎓🐾

🐾 CLASS OF 2028 PANTHER PRIDE T-SHIRTS! 🐾 This is our Class’s first fundraiser for the year! Get ready for Homecoming and support the Class of 2028 at the same time! 👕 $15 each 🖤 Black T-shirt with our “WE ARE PANTHERS” design 📏 Youth Small through Adult 3XL Orders are due September 14th so we can have them back in time for Homecoming! Order forms can be turned in with payment to Brittany Morsaw or Kassie Thomas or to the school! Checks can be made payable to: Watervliet Public Schools/Class of 2028 Grab one for your student, yourself, family members—or the whole crew! 🐾 Let’s fill the stands with Panther Pride this Homecoming!

📣 Class of 2028 T-Shirt Sponsors! 🐾

If you are interested in purchasing Panther gear of specific teams, check out our Fall Team Shops found at the following links:

Cheer

Cross Country

Football

Soccer

Volleyball

GO PANTHERS!

Last Friday, our student-athletes took part in Impact Watervliet, a special day dedicated to community service and giving back to the community that supports us throughout the year.

Our athletes spent the day working together, lending a hand, and making a positive impact throughout Watervliet. It was a great opportunity for our Panthers to demonstrate that being part of a team is about more than what happens on the field or court—it is also about leadership, service, teamwork, and taking pride in our community.

We are proud of our student-athletes for representing Watervliet with hard work and Panther Pride!

Check out some of the pictures from the day below! 📸🐾❤️

We are incredibly proud of the Class of 2026 for achieving a 100% FAFSA completion rate! Every member of the graduating class completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)—an accomplishment worth celebrating!

Completing the FAFSA is an important step in helping students understand and access the financial resources that may be available to them after high school, including grants, scholarships, work-study opportunities, and federal student loans.

As a reminder, FAFSA completion is a graduation requirement for the Class of 2027, but it is about much more than checking off a requirement. Completing the FAFSA helps put our Panthers in the best possible position to pursue their plans after graduation, whether that means a four-year university, community college, trade or technical program, or another educational opportunity.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! You set the bar at 100%, and we are so proud of you! ❤️🐾

What: Miss/Mr.Watervliet Scholarship Pageant informational meeting

When: Sunday, September 13, 2026 @ 11am

Where: Next Door Events

The pageant will be Saturday November 14, 2026.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSczMUBFP0qh60b7q_9aAzG_Hg60S4amQ4cNqxKhl9LEt_XSgw/viewform

We were excited to welcome 91 members of the Class of 2030 to Watervliet High School for our annual Freshman Orientation Day!

A huge thank you goes out to the 25 junior and senior mentors who stepped up to help make the day a success. Our mentors participated in training during the morning and then spent nearly four hours working directly with our freshmen. They facilitated games, led activities, answered questions, and shared their experiences about everything from classes and high school expectations to athletics, clubs, Dual Enrollment, Early Middle College, and much more!

Our freshmen did a terrific job as well! They played games, laughed, met new classmates, learned a little along the way, received their schedules, practiced opening their lockers, toured the building, and had the opportunity to become more comfortable with what it means to be a high school student.

Most importantly, they had the chance to see that there are plenty of people at WHS ready to help them along the way.

Thank you to our mentors for giving their time and energy to our newest Panthers, and congratulations to our freshmen on a great first day at WHS! We can't wait to welcome you back for an amazing first day of school! 🐾❤️

A Watervliet Public Schools tradition carries on...

📖 Student Handbook & Expectations

During the first week of school, Ms. Powers will be reviewing the following Student Handbook slides with all students. These slides highlight some of the most important expectations, procedures, and safety guidelines that will help us start the year successfully and maintain a safe, positive learning environment for everyone.

We ask that parents and guardians please take a few minutes to review these expectations with your child as well. When school and home work together to reinforce clear and consistent expectations, we give our students the best opportunity to make good choices and have a successful year.

Thank you for your partnership and for helping us start the year strong! ❤️🐾

All returning Watervliet Public Schools families are required to review, update, and sign their student's enrollment forms in FinalForms before the first day of school.

1. Visit www.watervlietps.org.

2. Click Enroll Now!

3. Select Returning Student.

4. Log in to your existing FinalForms Parent Account, or select Create Account if you have not

yet activated your account.

5. Review, update, and electronically sign all required forms.

Student Forms (Middle & High School Only)

After parents/guardians have completed their forms, middle school and high school students must log in using their school-issued Google account to complete and sign their required student forms.Student Sign-In Instructions:https://docs.google.com/.../1E15F5ajKPHLr6NdaWEg1m1uoltyK...

UNE/edit?usp=sharing

NEED HELP?

If you have any questions or need assistance with registration, please contact Shannon Llamas at

enroll@watervlietps.org or 269-463-0759. We're happy to help and are committed to making the

enrollment process as smooth as possible for your family.

Todas las familias que regresan a Watervliet Public Schools deben revisar, actualizar y firmar los formularios de inscripción de sus estudiantes en FinalForms antes del primer día de clases.

1. Visite www.watervlietps.org.
2. Haga clic en Enroll Now! (¡Inscríbase ahora!).
3. Seleccione Returning Student (Estudiante que regresa).
4. Inicie sesión en su cuenta existente de padres de FinalForms, o seleccione Create Account (Crear cuenta) si aún no ha activado su cuenta.
5. Revise, actualice y firme electrónicamente todos los formularios requeridos.

Formularios para estudiantes

(Solo para estudiantes de escuela intermedia y secundaria)

Después de que los padres/tutores hayan completado sus formularios, los estudiantes de la escuela intermedia y secundaria deben iniciar sesión utilizando su cuenta de Google proporcionada por la escuela para completar y firmar los formularios requeridos para estudiantes.

Instrucciones para iniciar sesión:
https://docs.google.com/.../1E15F5ajKPHLr6NdaWEg1m1uoltyK...UNE/edit?usp=sharing

¿NECESITA AYUDA?

Si tiene alguna pregunta o necesita ayuda con la inscripción, comuníquese con Shannon Llamas por correo electrónico a enroll@watervlietps.org o por teléfono al 269-463-0759.

Con gusto le ayudaremos y estamos comprometidos a hacer que el proceso de inscripción sea lo más sencillo posible para su familia.

Esta información también ha sido enviada por correo electrónico individualmente a cada padre/tutor de Watervliet High School.

🚌🚗 Important Drop-Off, Pick-Up & Student Parking Information

Please be aware that the front of Watervliet High School is now our bus loop. For the safety of our students, there will be NO student drop-off or pick-up by car in front of the high school. This area is reserved for buses only.

Parent Drop-Off & Pick-Up: All parents and guardians should drop off and pick up students on the cafeteria/gym side of the building.

Student Parking: All student parking is also located on the cafeteria/gym side of the building. Every vehicle driven to school by a student must have a WHS parking tag. Students should have a tag displayed in their vehicle by the end of the first week of school.

The first parking tag is FREE. Any additional or replacement tags are $5 each. Students should stop by the Main Office and see a secretary to receive their parking tag. CARS MUST BE REGISTERED IN THE MAIN OFFICE WITH A TAG BY THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 3RD.

Please help us keep our Panthers safe by following the new traffic pattern and keeping the front bus loop clear. Thank you for your cooperation! 🐾

🚌🚗 Información importante sobre dejar y recoger a los estudiantes y el estacionamiento estudiantil

Por favor, tengan en cuenta que el frente de Watervliet High School ahora es nuestro circuito exclusivo para autobuses escolares. Por la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, NO se permitirá dejar ni recoger a estudiantes en automóvil frente a la escuela secundaria. Esta área está reservada únicamente para los autobuses.

Dejar y recoger a los estudiantes: Todos los padres y tutores deberán dejar y recoger a los estudiantes en el lado del edificio donde se encuentran la cafetería y el gimnasio.

Estacionamiento estudiantil: Todo el estacionamiento para estudiantes también se encuentra en el lado de la cafetería/gimnasio. Todo vehículo que un estudiante conduzca a la escuela debe tener un permiso de estacionamiento de WHS. Los estudiantes deberán tener el permiso visible en su vehículo antes de que termine la primera semana de clases.

El primer permiso de estacionamiento es GRATIS. Los permisos adicionales o de reemplazo cuestan $5 cada uno. Los estudiantes deben pasar por la Oficina Principal y hablar con una de las secretarias para recibir su permiso de estacionamiento. TODOS LOS VEHÍCULOS DEBEN ESTAR REGISTRADOS EN LA OFICINA PRINCIPAL Y TENER SU PERMISO DE ESTACIONAMIENTO A MÁS TARDAR EL JUEVES 3 DE SEPTIEMBRE.

Por favor, ayúdennos a mantener seguros a nuestros Panthers siguiendo el nuevo patrón de tráfico y manteniendo despejada el área de autobuses frente a la escuela. ¡Gracias por su cooperación! 🐾

As we begin the new school year, we want to make sure families know about an important change regarding communication for WHS sports teams, clubs, classes, and other school-sponsored activities.

There will no longer be separate social media pages associated with individual WHS teams, clubs, classes, or programs. Instead, coaches and advisors will use SportsYou to communicate directly with students and families.

If your child participates in a sport, club, or activity, you should receive information from the coach or advisor explaining how to download the SportsYou app and join the appropriate group. We strongly encourage parents/guardians to join their child's group as well so that you receive the same important announcements, schedules, reminders, changes, and updates.

Our goal is to make sure families have direct and consistent access to communication from the programs in which their children participate.

If your child is involved in an activity and you have not received information about joining the appropriate SportsYou group, please reach out directly to your child's coach or advisor so they can help get you connected.

Thank you for helping us streamline communication and keep our Panther families informed! ❤️🖤🐾

As we prepare to welcome students back, we want to remind everyone of a few WHS dress code expectations. Our goal is to keep expectations simple and ensure students come to school dressed appropriately for a learning environment.

A few of the most common dress code concerns to remember:

• Crop tops are not permitted. Shirts should provide appropriate coverage of the midsection.
• Undergarments should not be visible. This includes tops worn off the shoulder that expose bra straps.
• Shorts must provide appropriate coverage. Shorts should completely cover the buttocks at all times, including when sitting, bending, or moving.
• Pajamas are reserved for Early Release Wednesdays. Students should wear regular school-appropriate clothing on all other school days.

We appreciate families reviewing these expectations with students before the first day of school. Starting the year with everyone understanding the expectations helps us keep the focus where it belongs—on learning, relationships, and having a great school year!

Thank you for your support, Panthers! 🐾

As we prepare for another great school year, many families ask whether there is a school supply list for high school students. Unlike elementary and middle school, there is not a general school supply list at the high school level. Each teacher has specific materials that best support learning in their course and will review those expectations with students on the first day of school.

If you would like to purchase supplies before school begins, we strongly recommend that students have the following basic items:

• Pens
• Pencils
• Highlighters
• Spiral notebook(s) for taking notes
• A folder for each class
• A 3-ring binder (or binders) to help keep materials organized

Please note that backpacks, bags, purses, and trappers with shoulder straps are not permitted in classrooms. All backpacks and similar items must remain in students' lockers during the school day. Students should plan to carry only the materials they need for each class.

We appreciate your support as we work together to provide an organized, focused learning environment. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for a successful school year!

Mientras nos preparamos para otro excelente año escolar, muchas familias preguntan si existe una lista de útiles escolares para los estudiantes de la escuela secundaria. A diferencia de la escuela primaria y la escuela intermedia, no existe una lista general de útiles escolares para la escuela secundaria. Cada maestro tiene materiales específicos que apoyan mejor el aprendizaje en su curso y explicará esas expectativas a los estudiantes el primer día de clases.

Si desea comprar útiles antes de que comiencen las clases, recomendamos encarecidamente que los estudiantes tengan los siguientes artículos básicos:

• Bolígrafos
• Lápices
• Resaltadores
• Cuaderno(s) de espiral para tomar apuntes
• Una carpeta para cada clase
• Una carpeta de 3 anillos (o varias) para ayudar a mantener los materiales organizados

Tenga en cuenta que no se permiten mochilas, bolsos, carteras ni organizadores con correas para el hombro dentro de las aulas. Todas las mochilas y artículos similares deben permanecer en los casilleros de los estudiantes durante el día escolar. Los estudiantes deben llevar únicamente los materiales que necesiten para cada clase.

Agradecemos su apoyo mientras trabajamos juntos para proporcionar un ambiente de aprendizaje organizado y enfocado. ¡Esperamos darles la bienvenida a todos para un año escolar exitoso!

August

• August 31 – Senior Sunrise

• August 31 – First Day of School (11:40 AM Dismissal)

September

❤️ CKH Theme: Connect with Heart & Empathy

• September 1 – Required Dual Enrollment Meeting for Students (2 opportunities)

• September 3 – Home Football Game – Hall of Fame Night

• September 4–7 – Labor Day Weekend (No School for Students)

• September 9 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• September 15 – Blood Drive

• September 16 – Debate Competition #1

• September 21–25 – Homecoming Week

• September 22 – Debate Team Trip to the State Capitol

• September 23 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• September 23 – Early Release (1:10 PM Dismissal)

• September 25 – Choir Festival

• September 26 – Homecoming Dance 8-11 PM

• September 28–October 2 – Hispanic Heritage Celebration Week

• September 28 – PBIS Team Meeting (3:15 PM) All students and staff invited

October

🧠 CKH Theme: Think • Choose • Act (Self-Direction)

• October 1–30 – College Application Month

• October 1 – Freshman Vision Screening (during the school day)

• October 2 – Student of the Month Breakfast (8:15 AM)

• October 5 – College Admissions Presentations (Grades 11–12)

• October 7 – Count Day

• October 7 – AP Literature Field Trip to the Shakespeare Festival

• October 7 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• October 9 – No School for Students; PD Day for Faculty

• October 12 – Early Middle College Presentation (10th Grade)

• October 13 – Picture Day (all students will have a picture taken)

• October 14 – Debate Competition #2

• October 15 – PSAT/NMSQT Testing (11th Grade)

• October 16 – Senior Campus Visit to Lake Michigan College

• October 19 – Fall Band Concert (7:00 PM)

• October 21 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• October 22 – Half Day (11:40 AM Dismissal)

• October 22 – Parent-Teacher Conferences (12:30–3:00 PM & 4:00–6:00 PM)

• October 22 – College Admissions Presentation for Parents (6:00 PM)

• October 22 – Choir Concert (7:00 PM)

• October 23 – Half Day (11:40 AM Dismissal)

• October 23 – Annual College Fair

• October 23 – Senior Football Night

• October 26–30 – Red Ribbon Week

• October 26 – PBIS Team Meeting (3:15 PM) All students and staff invited

• October 26 – Senior Campus Visit to Southwestern Michigan College

• October 28 – Early Release (1:10 PM Dismissal)

• October 29 – MCTI Field Trip (Selected Students)

• October 30 – Progress Reports Sent Home

November

🤝 CKH Theme: Better Together (Teamwork)

• November 4 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• November 4 – Early Release (1:10 PM Dismissal)

• November 4 – Debate Competition #3

• November 6 – SMC RoadRunner Day (Juniors Only)

• November 6 – Student of the Month Breakfast (8:15 AM)

• November 9 – High School Cheer Begins

• November 9 – Picture Retake Day

• November 11 – High School Boys Basketball Begins

• November 16–20 – Indigenous Peoples Week Celebration

• November 18 – High School Girls Basketball Begins

• November 18 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• November 18 – Early Release (1:10 PM Dismissal)

• November 25–27 – Thanksgiving Break (No School)

• November 30 – PBIS Team Meeting (3:15 PM) All students, parents and staff invited

December

⭐ CKH Theme: Do Your Part (Responsibility)

• December 2 – Debate Competition #4

• December 2 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• December 4 – Student of the Month Breakfast (8:15 AM)

• December 7–11 – Kindness Week

• December 7 – Blood Drive

• December 9 – Early Release (1:10 PM Dismissal)

• December 14–18 – Holiday Fun Week

• December 16 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• December 17 – Early Middle College Parent Presentation (6:00 PM)

• December 17 – Winter Choir Concert (7:00 PM)

• December 21–January 1 – Winter Break (No School)

January

🫶 CKH Theme: Honor Me, Honor You (Respect)

• January 8 – Student of the Month Breakfast (8:15 AM)

• January 11–15 – Winterfest Week

• January 13 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• January 15 – Winterfest Dance 8-11 PM

• January 18 – Professional Development Day (No School for Students)

• January 19 – Early Release Schedule; Semester Exam – Period 7 (1:30–3:10 PM)

• January 20–22 – Semester 1 Exams (Half Days – 11:40 AM Dismissal)

• January 20 – Exams: Periods 1 & 2

• January 21 – Exams: Periods 3 & 4

• January 22 – Exams: Periods 5 & 6

• January 25–29 – Financial Literacy Week

• January 25 – PBIS Team Meeting (3:15 PM) All students, parents and staff invited

• January 26 – Required Dual Enrollment Meeting

• January 26 – Semester 1 Report Cards sent home

• January 27 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• January 27 – Early Release (1:10 PM Dismissal)

February

💙 CKH Theme: Spark the Heart (Kindness)

• February 8–12 – Career Exploration Week

• February 10 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• February 11 – Parent-Teacher Conferences (4:00–7:00 PM)

• February 11 – Pre-Festival Band Concert (7:00 PM)

• February 12 – Half Day (11:40 AM Dismissal)

• February 12 – Annual Career Fair

• February 15 – Mid-Winter Break (No School for Students)

• February 16 – Pre-Festival Choir Concert (7:00 PM)

• February 17 – Blood Drive

• February 18 – Senior Class Meeting (All English Classes)

• February 18 – Senior Parent Meeting (6:00 PM)

• February 22–26 – Black History Celebration Week

• February 22 – PBIS Team Meeting (3:15 PM) All students, parents and staff invited

• February 24 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

March

💪 CKH Theme: Step Up (Courage)

• March 3 – Early Release (1:10 PM Dismissal)

• March 10 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• March 10 – Early Release (1:10 PM Dismissal)

• March 15 – Spring Sports Begin

• March 15–19 – Women's History Week Celebration

• March 18 – All-Day Choir Competition

• March 22 – PBIS Team Meeting (3:15 PM) All students, parents and staff invited

• March 24 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• March 24 – Early Release (1:10 PM Dismissal)

• March 25 – Half Day (11:40 AM Dismissal)

• March 25 – Pie in the Face Event for Seniors Completing the FAFSA

• March 25–April 4 – Spring Break (No School)

April

🏁 CKH Theme: Finish Strong (Perseverance)

• April 7 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• April 7 – Progress Reports Sent Home

• April 9 – Student of the Month Breakfast (8:15 AM)

• April 19–23 – Mental Health Awareness Week

• April 20 – Dual Enrollment Parent Meeting (6:00 PM)

• April 21 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• April 26 – PBIS Team Meeting (3:15 PM) All students, parents and staff invited

May

⭐ CKH Theme: Be Leadworthy (Integrity)

• May 1 -- PROM Lake Arvesta South Haven 8-11 PM

• May 3 – Decision Day Celebration (10:00 AM)

• May 5 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• May 7 – Student of the Month Breakfast (8:15 AM)

• May 11 – Blood Drive

• May 12 – Early Release (1:10 PM Dismissal)

• May 17 – Senior Awards Night (6:00 PM)

• May 19 – Student Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting (7:30 AM)

• May 20 – Spring Choir Concert (7:00 PM)

• May 24 – PBIS Team Meeting (3:15 PM) All students, parents and staff invited

• May 24–28 – Senior Final Week

• May 25 – Senior Exams (Periods 6 & 7)

• May 26 – Senior Exams (Periods 4 & 5)

• May 27 – Senior Exams (Periods 2 & 3)

• May 28 – Senior Exam (Period 1)

• May 28 – Senior Checkout Sheets Due (10 AM)

• May 28 – Senior Farewell Tour of District Buildings (10 AM)

• May 28 – Senior Car Parade (4:00 PM)

• May 28 – Senior Sunset (6:00 PM)

• May 31 – Memorial Day (No School)

June

🎓 Finish the Year Strong!

• June 1 – Underclassmen Awards Program (6:00 PM)

• June 2 – Baccalaureate (6:00 PM)

• June 3 – Senior Picnic (1:00–3:00 PM)

• June 3 – Mandatory Graduation Practice (3:00 PM)

• June 4 – Graduation Ceremony (6:30 PM)

• June 8 – Early Release Schedule; Semester Exam – Period 7 (1:30–3:30 PM)

• June 9–11 – Semester 2 Exams (Half Days – 11:40 AM Dismissal)

• June 9 – Exams: Periods 1 & 2

• June 10 – Exams: Periods 3 & 4

• June 11 – Exams: Periods 5 & 6

• June 11 – Last Day of School

Full Day

Period 1 8:10-9:02 (52 min)

Period 2 9:07-10:01 (54 min to include announcements)

Period 3 10:06-10:57 (51min)

Lunch A 10:57-11:27 (30 min)

Lunch A Class 11:32-12:23 (51 min)

Lunch B 11:27-11:57 (30 min)

Lunch B Class 11:02-11:22/11:52-12:23 (51 min)

Lunch C 11:53-12:23 (30 + 5 min passing time)

Lunch C Class 11:02-11:53 (51 min)

Period 5 12:28-1:19 (51 min)

Period 6 1:24-2:15 (51 min)

Period 7 2:20-3:10 (50 min)

Half Day Schedule

Period 1 8:10-8:36

Period 2 8:41-9:06

Period 3 9:11-9:36

Period 4 9:41-10:07

Period 5 10:12-10:38

Period 6 10:43-11:09

Period 7 11:14-11:40

Early Release Schedule

Period 1 8:10-8:45

Period 2 8:50-9:24

Period 3 9:29-10:03

Period 4 10:08-10:42

Period 5

A Lunch 10:47-11:17

A Class 11:17-11:51

B Class 10:47-11:21

B Lunch 11:21-11:51

Period 6 11:56-12:30

Period 7 12:35-1:10