Cougar Connection

The Public Education Foundation has launched a new scholarship application platform for the 2025 application cycle!

You can now begin working on your general application, where you will upload your information and supporting documents and answer a series of questions to pair you with scholarships. These details will automatically populate in the individual scholarship opportunities you qualify for—there is no need to re-upload! Individual scholarships will continue to be posted and our platform will alert you when new opportunities you qualify for are posted.

Check out https://thepef.org/apply-for-scholarships/ for tips and helpful resources.

There are several scholarships available for students with at least a 30% hearing loss.

The scholarships are put forward by The Las Vegas Scholarship Foundation.

• Richard Fait Memorial Scholarship 5 available for $2,000 for the year
• Walter V. Pinjuv Memorial Scholarship 3 available for $2,000 for the year
• Polis Family Scholarship 20 available for $800 for the year

Use the search features available within the PEF site and apply today. The PEF scholarships are updated weekly so keep checking for opportunities!

Email scholarships@thepef.org with any questions.

Our Coronado Seniors will be meeting one-on-one with their counselors starting the second week of January. These Senior Academic Planning meetings are important to ensure that our students are on track for graduation. Students will meet face-to-face with their counselors during English classes January 13 - 24 following the schedule below. If a student is absent or unable to meet on the assigned day, the counselor will call them up on a makeup day.

1/13 - Mr. Campbell

1/14 - Ms. Castro and Ms. Hardy

1/15 - Ms. Wade-Karin

1/16 - Mr. Friedman and Mr. Hurt

1/21 - Ms. Clamp, Ms. Barton and Ms. Warfield

1/22 - Ms. Lee

The Google Elective Selection Form will be open until Friday, January 24, 2025.

Please use the QR Codes provided to access the Elective Selection Form for the grade you will be in next year.

Students will choose 6 electives (in order of preference).

Please choose 6 DIFFERENT electives — do not choose the same one twice.

NOTE: All elective selections are recorded through Google Forms.

1. Review the list of elective choice options on the Google Form.

2. You will be selecting 6 electives. Choose 6 DIFFERENT electives.

The prerequisites and course descriptions for every course are listed in the 25-26 Course Catalog which is linked in the Google Form.

If you have questions or concerns, please contact your counselor (see attached).

You have several weeks to do your research on these elective courses, talk to your teachers/parents, check the course catalog, and complete the Google Form.

*Students MUST be logged into their CCSD Google Account in order to access the Google Form*

The Google Elective Selection Form will close on Friday, January 24, 2025.

Students will meet with counselors to confirm elective choices in English classes in the spring. Counselors will be required to choose your courses for you if you do not complete the Google Form and attend your registration meeting.

Ms. Tidball is Coronado's College & Career Specialist.

SAVE THE DATE!

We are thrilled to invite you to Kick Off to Senior Year – your first step toward making your child’s senior year unforgettable. Yes, we’re starting the process early, and it’s an exciting journey ahead!

When: Thursday, January 16th, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: Coronado Theater

“The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.” – H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

Join us for an engaging evening that will provide essential information and resources to help your student finish high school on a high note and prepare for their next chapter.

Topics Covered:

• Dual Enrollment vs. AP Classes

• College Testing & Graduation Requirements

• Scholarship Opportunities & Paying for College

• General College Preparation Tips

• Junior Year Timeline to Senior Year Success

• Q&A with CHS Counselors and Michelle Tidball (College & Career Center)

• Q&A with Local Recruiters from the Las Vegas Valley

This is a must-attend event for students, parents, families, and even extended relatives like aunts and uncles who are excited to support your child’s journey!

If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help make this process as smooth and exciting as possible.

We can’t wait to see you there!

CHS College & Career Center

Hello Students and Parents,

Take advantage of FREE ACT/SAT Test Prep! Take the ASVAB!!

Coronado will be hosting the ASVAB on Wednesday, February 12th. The ASVAB can be used for ACT/SAT and free practice testlets, career exploration, or military entrance. This test is optional and will be given on a first-come, first-served basis.

***JUNIORS & SOPHOMORES: Great ACT Prep for FREE!

Students need to arrive by 6:45 a.m. They will report to the cafeteria for testing. Students must bring their laptop or Chromebook fully charged, as this will be done electrically. If students do not have a school issued chromebook one may be provided.

Test Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Location: Coronado Cafeteria

Time: 6:45 am- 9:45 am

Attendance will be excused following the event. Immediately following the completion of the assessment, score interpretation will be reviewed. Students will need to follow up with teachers to make up any missing assignments as they are still responsible for the work assigned the day of the test.

Registration Link:

ASVAB Sign Up Form

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Ms. Tidball in our College and Career Center. Ms. Tidball’s email is Tidbam@nv.ccsd.net or call 702-799-6800, Ext. 4059.

Dear Senior Parents and Students,

We’re pleased to offer one-on-one assistance for completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). These sessions will be held on:

• Wednesday, January 22nd from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
• Thursday, February 6th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
  Location: Coronado High School Library

This opportunity is open to all senior parents and students who are preparing for college, university, or an accredited trade school. Instead of a formal presentation, we will work directly with you during the session to complete your FAFSA application.

To make the most of your time, please ensure you are prepared with the following:

1. FSA IDs for both the parent and the student: These should be completed or registered in advance at FSA ID Registration.
2. Tax documents: Have your most recent tax documents available and on hand.
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Completing the FAFSA is a critical step for every senior planning to attend a post-secondary institution. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly.

We look forward to helping you take this important step toward your future!

Best regards,

Michelle Tidball, College & Career Specialist

tidbam@nv.ccsd.net

The School Social Worker at Coronado is Rebecca Chura. We are so fortunate to have Ms. Chura here on campus to work with our students.

APPOINTMENT IS REQUIRED: Students can email or scan the QR code to make an appointment or request support from Ms. Chura.

The City of Henderson is now accepting nominations for the Mayor’s Honor Roll to celebrate the outstanding students, parents, teachers and other educators working to improve the quality of education within the City. Know someone who should be nominated? Submit your nomination today!

• Classes resume on January 6
• 1/20 ~ Martin Luther King, Jr. Day No School
• 1/27 ~ Staff Development Day No School for Students
• 2/10 ~ No School for Students
• 2/17 ~ Presidents' Day Holiday No School
• 3/14 ~ End of 3rd Quarter
• Spring Break ~ No School March 17 - 21 ~ Classes Resume March 24

*If you or someone you know need assistance or support, you may contact:

● Safe Voice: 1-833-216-SAFE (7233) for anonymous reporting
● CCSD Police: 702-799-5411
● Mobile Crisis Response Team: 702-486-7865
● National Suicide Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or
● Nevada Crisis Line: 775-784-8090

Are you aware of the mental health resources CCSD offers? Care Solace connects students, families and employees to available providers in the community. It’s confidential and free. To learn more, visit caresolace.com/ccsd.

• 24/7/365 Multilingual Support ~ A Care companion team is available 24/7/365 to help you understand options, call providers on your behalf, and schedule an appointment.
• Care Regardless of Insurance ~ Connect to care with any coverage including Medicaid, Medicare, and sliding scale options for those without insurance.
• Easy Access to Care ~ Use Care Match, the self-serve website, to find a provider on your own.

Please note: Care Solace is NOT an emergency response service or mental health services provider. In the event of a life threatening emergency, call 9-1-1 or the National Suicide Hotline 1-800-273-8255.