ON THE HILL

Principal - Mr. Adam Tomco (8th Grade/Seniors) EMAIL

Asst. Principal - Mrs. Heather Rundo(Fresh-Juniors M-Z) EMAIL

Asst. Principal - Mr. Edward Yeomans (Fresh-Juniors A-L) EMAIL

Athletic Director - Mr. Doug Higham EMAIL

ATTENDANCE LINE: 440.285.4052

Website: www.chardonschools.org

Address: 151 Chardon Avenue

Main Office Phone Number: 440.285.4057

CHS Community,

As we reach the end of February, we pause to reflect on our journey as a district. Our highest priority will always be the safety, security, and well-being of our students and staff. Creating a safe environment is a shared responsibility, and we are incredibly grateful for the ongoing partnership of our families that contribute to this

We always encourage our students to be responsible COMMUNITY members by looking out for one another and speaking up when something doesn't seem right. Please take a moment this weekend to remind your student about the importance of reporting any suspicious behavior, peer conflicts, or safety concerns using our district's Stay Safe, Speak UP! reporting system or reaching out directly to a staff member.

END OF COURSE (EOC)/OHIO STATE TEST (OST) TESTING

As we head into spring, we want to ensure you have the upcoming April 2026 Ohio State Test (OST) and End of Course (EOC) exam schedule for your students. Please review the dates below so your student can be prepared and well-rested for their specific testing days.

Here is the testing breakdown by subject:

English Language Arts (ELA 8 & ELA II)

• Part I: Tuesday, April 14 (EVEN)

• Part II: Thursday, April 16 (ODD)

Math (Math 8, Algebra I & Geometry)

• Parts I & II: Thursday, April 23

Science (Science 8 & Biology)

• Parts I & II: Tuesday, April 28

Social Studies (American History & American Government)

• Parts I & II: Thursday, April 30

Please note that the school will operate on a modified "Testing Schedule" on each of these dates. The decision was made to have a "block" schedule those days, consisting of four 51-minute periods instead of eight 23-minute periods.

IMPORTANT SCHEDULING REMINDERS - STUDENTS SHOULD HAVE FINALIZED SCHEDULES IN INFINITE CAMPUS TODAY!!

Counselor Request Form HERE .

Infinite Campus Tutorials:

How to Access Academic Plan Progress Report Tutorial

How to Request Courses in Infinite Campus

The school counselors also hosted our annual CCP (College Credit Plus) Information Night on Thursday. The relevant links are below. ALL students interested in taking CCP courses (including current CCP students) are required to submit an intent form no later than April 1, 2026. Families that were in attendance at the meeting have already completed their intent form. Students interested in taking CCP courses in the 2026-2027 school year should begin their application process now! The Lakeland CCP application can be located HERE.

CCP Presentation Video

CCP Information Slides

CCP Intent Form

PSAT/ACT DAY, MARCH 12

On Thursday, March 12, we will be administering the PSAT to all 8th-grade students and the ACT to all 10th- and 11th-grade students. We are excited to provide these assessments completely free of charge to our families.

Providing these tests during the school day ensures equitable access for all our students and offers several significant benefits as they plan for their futures:

• PSAT 8 (Grade 8): This assessment establishes an early baseline for college and career readiness. It helps identify a student's academic strengths, which is incredibly valuable when scheduling high school courses and determining readiness for honors or advanced classes.

• ACT (Grades 10 & 11): The ACT is a critical component of the college admissions process and is frequently used to determine scholarship eligibility. Taking it during the school day provides a comfortable, familiar testing environment. For 10th graders, it serves as excellent practice, and for 11th graders, it provides official scores they can use for college applications and to guide their senior year scheduling.

Attendance Expectations for March 12: Because of the importance of these assessments, all students in grades 8, 10, and 11 are expected to be in attendance on this day. If your child is ill or unable to attend school on March 12, please follow our standard attendance procedures and call the main office to report their absence.

Students in Grades 9 and 12: Students in grades 9 and 12 will not be testing on this day. Instead, they will be asked to complete an alternative assignment that will be posted in their respective grade-level Google Classrooms. More details regarding these assignments will follow soon.

Enjoy the weekend.

Mr. Tomco

Our next CHS After Prom & PTO meeting is March 10 at 7:00pm in the high school cafeteria. Main topic of discussion will be our May 9 Jr/Sr After Prom event!

Parents of Juniors & Seniors: We still have After Prom Planning Committee slots to fill! Please consider signing up so we can make After Prom 2026 a special event for our students.

Looking ahead to next year - Open CHS After Prom & PTO positions are listed on our website. Contact Michelle Fisher at chardonafterprom@gmail.com or 216-401-8943 to learn more!

A HUGE THANK YOU to Julie Kolcum and Tina Miozzi for overseeing basketball concessions this season, and many thanks to all the parents & NHS students who volunteered their time during the games!

Bend and snap your way to the theater!

Chardon High School is thrilled to present Legally Blonde: The Musical, a high-energy, feel-good production based on the hit movie you know and love.

Follow Elle Woods as she proves that kindness, confidence, and a little pink can change the world. Packed with catchy songs, dynamic choreography, and an inspiring message about believing in yourself, Legally Blonde: The Musical is fun for the whole family.

Performance Dates: February 26th- March 1st

Show Times: Thursday-Saturday 7:00 pm; Sunday 2:00 pm

Location: 111 Goodrich Ct, Chardon, OH 44024

Tickets: Adults $15

Students/ Seniors $10

Tickets

For questions, contact Mrs. Downs at melissa.downs@chardonschools.org.

Parental Guidance Advised.

If you are looking for ways to keep your student engaged and building their resume this summer, LEAF has released their updated 2026 guide to Summer Opportunities for High Schoolers. This is an excellent resource for students across all high school grade levels to explore potential careers, gain hands-on experience, and even get a taste of college life.

Click the button below to view the guide.

Ski Opportunity at Holiday Valley:

* Saturday, March 7, 2026

The trip is open to all students at the high school (grades 8-12). Pricing and registration forms have been updated and can be found by clicking the link above (SKI CLUB REGISTRATION FORMS). If you have any questions, please email Alison Fisher at alison.fisher@chardonschools.org or contact her at 285-4057 (x 1718).

8th GRADE AUBURN FIELD TRIP

We are excited to announce a special field trip opportunity for our 8th-grade students to visit the Auburn Career Center (ACC)! This trip will provide an introductory exploration of various career and technical programs offered at ACC, helping students consider their future academic and career paths.

Date: March 10th

Time: 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Location: Auburn Career Center

Program Exploration

Students will have the opportunity to explore an introductory overview of approximately 17 different programs across various career fields, designed to spark interest and provide insight into potential future studies.

Programs include, but are not limited to:

• Welding

• Auto Mechanics

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

• Culinary Arts

• Cosmetology

• …and many more!

Action Required: Permission Slip

o ensure your student can participate, a signed permission slip is required. Please complete the form available at the following link by the due date:

Permission Slip Due Date: March 3rd

Please contact Dawn Tupaz with any questions regarding the field trip or the permission slip process. We look forward to a rewarding and informative trip!

We are excited to share an outstanding opportunity for students this February and March through Workforce Ready: Welding & Manufacturing at Auburn Career Center (ACC). These courses are completely FREE for students, who also receive priority access to enrollment. This is a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience, earn graduation points, and explore high-demand career pathways at no cost to families.

Workforce Ready: Welding (MIG/GMAW)

ACC will offer two sessions of Workforce Ready: Welding, focused on GMAW (MIG) welding—one of the most widely used welding processes in modern manufacturing, construction, and fabrication industries. Students will receive hands-on instruction using professional-grade equipment while learning industry-aligned skills.

Session Dates & Times:

• Session #2: March 9 – March 26
  (Monday–Thursday, 3:00–5:00 PM)

Click the button below for more information.

March 03: Band Concert

March 04: Choir Concert

March 05: National Honors Society Induction Ceremony

March 06: End of the 3rd Quarter

March 12: ACT/PSAT Testing

March 30: Spring Break