Columbia River Weekly Newsletter

Columbia River High School

800 NW 99th Street

Vancouver WA 98665

360-313-3900

Principal :

Alex Otoupal - alex.otoupal@vansd.org

Associate Principals:

Rob Duncan - rob.duncan@vansd.org

Kim Johns - kim.johns@vansd.org

Ken Roberts - ken.roberts@vansd.org

WA State Report Card: https://washingtonstatereportcard.ospi.k12.wa.us/ReportCard/ViewSchoolOrDistrict/100540

Once again this year we want to focus on the importance of students arriving on time at the start of the school day. Students arriving at school with time to spare have the luxury of settling in, preparing their class materials and focusing their minds on the lessons to come.

While classes officially start at 7:30 am, our goal is to have the majority of our students in the school building by 7:25 AM, so they can start their classes on time and ready.

This month we will be encouraging all students to “Arrive by 25” - to be here at Columbia River no later than 7:25 AM. Look for random recognitions and prizes for students who are here by 25.

We would like to have our entire student body here on time. So do your part, whether that means setting your alarm a little earlier, or leaving the house with a little more time. And don't forget to - Arrive by 25!

Senior Class Counselor - Rachael Howington

Junior Class Counselor - Jennifer Waller

Sophomore Class Counselor - Kirin Casteel

Freshman Class Counselor - Tee Anderson

Counseling Center Clerk - Cheri Chavers

If you need to reach the Counseling Center, please call 360-313-3930.

This year in an effort to maintain and increase access and equity for all students, Vancouver Public Schools will again pay for all 10th grade students to take the PSAT (Preliminary SAT). The PSAT is a practice college entrance exam most closely linked with the SAT.

Columbia River will be hosting the PSAT for it's students on Wednesday, October 12, 2022. Testing will occur during the school day at Columbia River, starting at 7:30 am. All 10th grade students will be automatically registered and expected to participate in the PSAT, unless they complete the OPT OUT form. This is a great opportunity for students to take a version of the practice college admissions exam.

The PSAT will also be open to 11th grade students by invitation only. This group will include 11th graders who had a NMSQT qualifying score in 10th grade and students new to VPS who did not test last year.

10th grade students wishing to Opt Out should use this link and complete the form.

All registered students and their parents/guardians will receive PSAT practice information and updates via email.

Questions about the PSAT should be directed to Rob Duncan or Kim Johns

Students studying Spanish created an exhibit for the school celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with in-class presentations to follow.

Hey River Rapids, have you purchased your ASB membership (card) this year?

If you did, and you missed picture day in August – HAVE WE GOT A DEAL FOR YOU!

Pick up your TEMPORARY ASB card today – available on Friday in the commons, or pick up from the Business Office.

Remember, your ASB card gets you into all Home Sports events for FREE, and your entrance to away games for a reduced price. You can still buy your ASB in the Business Office.

Upcoming IB Diploma Program Meetings

(For students who have committed to the IB Diploma Program)

Sept. 20, 2022 IB DP SENIORS and Parents/Guardians Meeting

7 pm - 8 pm - Learn about the IB DP Core expectations and due dates

Lower Commons - Understand what is needed to earn the IB Diploma

- Students should attend this parent/guardian meeting

- IB DP will separate from IB CP after initial IB presentation

Sept. 22, 2022 IB DP JUNIORS and Parents/Guardians Meeting

7 pm - 8 pm - Understand the Diploma Program expectations

Lower Commons - Review 2-year diploma program courses

- Understand River’s graduation requirements for DP students

- Students should attend this parent/guardian meeting

Upcoming IB Career-related Program Meetings

(For students who have committed to the IB Career-related Program)

Sept. 20, 2022 IB CP SENIORS and Parents/Guardians Meeting

7 pm - 8 pm - Learn about the IB CP Core expectations and due dates

Lower Commons - Understand what is needed to earn the IB Career-related Program certificate

- Students should attend this parent/guardian meeting

- IB CP will separate from IB DP after initial IB presentation

Sept. 22, 2022 IB CP JUNIORS and Parents/Guardians Meeting

7 pm - 8 pm - Understand the Career-related Program expectations

Lower Commons - Review 2 year diploma program courses

- Understand River’s graduation requirements for CP students

- Students should attend this parent/guardian meeting

Upcoming IB Meetings

Oct. 4, 2022 IB Freshmen and Sophomores and Parents/Guardians Meeting

7 pm - 8 pm - What to expect in the IB

Lower Commons - The IB Parent Group needs parents

Yearbooks will be available in the Business Office. We still have extra yearbooks for sale.

School pictures have arrived. If you have not picked up your packets, they will be available in the office.

Will be on September 26, 2022. Order forms are available in the main office.

Dropping off and picking up students

• Use the East Lot Entrance to drop off and pick up your student. Please do not drop off students in the bus lot (by the rock) or west lot

• Form one line to drop off and pick up your student

• Students may be dropped off and picked up safely by using the sidewalk next that is south of the stadium/field

• Please look out for students and staff

• During drop off and pick up times, the maximum speed limit in the parking lot is 5 mph

• Follow directions for leaving the lots. During drop off and pick up cars are to turn right when leaving

Respect, Integrity, Value, Excellence, Responsibility.

Click here to watch today’s video assembly.

Sign up for free tickets to several local museums. Find museums and sign up here.

Is your student not logged in to Skyward? They can reset their password using their school Gmail account here.

Club Fair for the 2022-2023 school year will be September 23, 2022. We will be on an assembly schedule on that day.

All non-curricular clubs will need to apply after the Club Fair and prior to October 15, 2022

Clubs will need to have at least 5 members and a certificated advisor.

Columbia River’s Spirit Week and Homecoming are the week of September 26, 2022. Themes for the days of Spirit Week will be announced by ASB. We will have a pep assembly on Friday, September 30, 2022 during the school day. River’s Homecoming football game is slated for Friday, September 30, 2022 against RA Long. Our Homecoming dance will be on Saturday, October 1, 2022.

The Senior Calendar is updated regularly as we add dates, times and places to important events for seniors. To view the senior calendar, please click here.

Occasionally the Pathways Center has a Senior Newsletter. Here is the link to the first one of the year, in case you missed it.

2022-2023 CRHS BOOSTERS MEETINGS SCHEDULE

CR BOOSTERS 6:30pm

CR SENIOR BOOSTERS 7:30pm

LOCATION:

CR Student Pathways Center (Inside Next to Business Office)

DATES: (2nd Monday's, except as noted)

SEP. 19 GENERAL

OCT. 10 BOARD

NOV. 7 GENERAL *1st Monday*

*NO DECEMBER MEETING**

JAN. 9 GENERAL

FEB. 13 BOARD

MAR. 13 GENERAL

APR. 17 BOARD *3rd Monday*

MAY 8 GENERAL

JUN. 7 GENERAL *1st Wednesday*

~CR Boosters, 501(c)(3) Established 2013

EMAIL: CRBoosters@gmail.com

FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/CRHSBoosters

INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/cr_boosters

TWITTER: twitter.com/CRBoosters

WEBSITE: crboosters.weebly.com and river.vansd.org/get-involved

Spirit Gear will be available at FALL River events: (Freshman Orientation, Curriculum Night, and Athletic Events) See prices/choices here:

crseniorboosters.weebly.com

For the school's new BSN Sports Sideline Store to order all year long click on the link below:

sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/washington/vancouver/columbia-river-high-school/

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kJhtDcyzZ6-TU2RiSyBM4T3u9deuoH93qI_Ax7xUUkw/edit?usp=sharing

KEEP UP TO DATE ON SENIOR HAPPENINGS

Email - crseniorboosters@gmail.com

Facebook - CR Senior Boosters

Instagram - @crseniorboosters

Twitter - @CRSRboosters

Earlier this month, Morgan sent out a Senior Newsletter. If you missed it, or it was buried in your email, here is the link.

Lil' Kickers at the Salmon Creek Indoor Sports Arena is looking for coaches. We focus on helping children 18 months to 9 years old build strong physical, intellectual and emotional skills using the game of soccer.

Potential applicants will learn the following business skills in a fun-filled, action-packed work environment:

• Organization

• Interpersonal relations

• Leadership

• Problem Solving

• Critical thinking

Here on our website you can learn more about our program. Also, this video is a fun example of some of the things you will be doing when you join our team.

As you can see from the video, we are looking for energetic, enthusiastic and self-motivated individuals who have a passion for working with children. We’re looking to immediately hire 4-8 young adults.

You can apply online here: https://lil-kickers-vancouver.careerplug.com/jobs/1523866/apps/new

Did you know that more students take the SAT than any other college admissions test? When surveyed, 83% of students said they want the option to submit their test scores to colleges and universities, including those that are test optional. Stand out on your college applications and use your SAT score to your advantage. Click here to register.

Upcoming test dates: October 1, November 5, December 3. **CRHS will host an SAT test for Juniors in March, at no cost to students.**

Perry Technical Institute is having an open house Saturday, October 22nd. See flyer below. You can register here.

Virtual College Fair happening September 11, October 9 and November 6.

Thinking about the military? Recruiters will available to chat during lunches beginning Monday, 9/13. Here is the schedule for the next several weeks:

Air Force/Air Guard/Space Force - 9/13 and 10/18

Coast Guard - 9/20 and 10/25

Navy - 9/27 and 11/1

Army/National Guard - 10/4 and 11/8

Marines - 10/11 and 11/15

SeaMar Farmworker Scholarship

Do you have a parent or guardian who is, or has worked, as a farm worker? Are you wanting to enroll as a full-time student at a college next year? Applications are open now for this scholarship. You can apply here. Deadline is October 1, 2022 at 11:59pm PST

Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship

Are you a creative writer? Do you like to read/watch/act-out Zombie stories? This scholarship may be just the one for you! Submit an online written response to the question:

"Imagine that your high school or college has been overrun with zombies. Your math professor, the cafeteria ladies, and even your best friend have all joined the walking dead. Flesh out a plan to avoid the zombies, including where you’d hide and the top-five things you’d bring to stay alive." (250 words or less)

You can submit your application and find more information here. Deadline is October 31, 2022.

This program is not sponsored by Vancouver Public Schools. Approval to distribute flyers/postings is a community service and does not imply endorsement.

Vancouver Public Schools is an equal opportunity district in education programs, activities, services, and employment. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, age, families with children, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. The district provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The district complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Older Worker Protection Act, and all other state, federal, and local equal opportunity laws. This notification can be provided in the appropriate language for communities of national origin and minority persons with limited English language skills by contacting 360-313-1250. You may also contact any of the following people by writing to them at Vancouver School District, PO Box 8937, Vancouver, WA 98668-8937, or by calling 360-313-1000: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)- Daniel Bettis; Education Ombuds - Rachel Cason; Title VII and 504 – Steve Vance; Civil Rights and Affirmative Action – Janell Ephraim; ADA and Title IX – Jeff Fish; Title IX elementary and secondary Athletic equity – Kristie Lindholm; Title IX elementary and secondary
Athletic equity – Jim Gray; Title IX elementary and secondary Athletic equity – Bill Oman.