CHS Islander News
May 4-8, 2026
THIS WEEK
May 4-15 AP TESTING WEEK 1
May 4-8 Prom ticket sales end Friday
May 4 College Workshops at Lunch in Room 202
May 5 NHS Tutoring lunch in room 511
May 6 National Day of the Teacher
National School Nurse Day
May 7 NHS Tutoring at 3:30pm in room 511
May 8 CoSA Spring Dance Presents Moments Suspended 7PM/ Theatre
May 9 CoSA Spring Dance Presents Moments Suspended 7PM/ Theatre
Senior Class of 2026 Newsletter
It's Staff Appreciation Week! We're looking forward to celebrating our phenomenal Islander Team for all that they do! Thank you to our wonderful PTO and Islander Families for your generosity and support!
Assistant Principal Kusserow: Over the past three years, Mr. Kusserow has made a significant impact on our campus through his dedication to students and his ability to build strong, supportive connections within our school community. Mr. Kusserow will be leaving Coronado High School, with his final day on campus being May 8. While we are saddened to see him go, we are deeply grateful for his service and for the care and commitment he has shown our Islander community during his time at CHS. Please join me in wishing Mr. Kusserow all the very best as he begins his next chapter.
AP Testing: Good luck to all of our students taking AP exams. Please be sure to read the detailed information below and check student emails for daily test information from Mrs. Lewis.
Prom ticket sales end Friday: Please note that no tickets will be sold after Friday. If you are bringing a non‑CHS guest, all required paperwork must be submitted by Thursday.
Run for Class Office 2026-27: Are you interested in running for class office for the 2026-2027 school year? All students are eligible to run for class office this year. Each class needs a president, vice president, secretary and treasurer.
How to apply to serve as a class officer
- Complete the campaign agreement in this link —> Campaign Agreement
- Come to your scheduled interview. Interviews will be scheduled for the week of May 18. All candidates must interview to campaign for class office.
Important Dates
5/14: Campaign Agreements Due
5/18-5/21 Interviews during 2nd period.
5/22-5/28 Campaigns
5/26: Class of 2029 Speeches in the quad during 1st break
5/27: Class of 2028 Speeches in the quad during 1st break
5/28: Class of 2027 Speeches in the quad during 1st break
5/28: Election Day! Voting will open at the end of break and close at the end of the day.
NHS tutoring : Our NHS tutors are available to provide support in any content area with students in all grade levels. This is an excellent way for students to get some extra support with their classes!
- Tuesdays at lunch Room 511
- Thursdays after school 3:35-4:35pm Room 511
CHS Cell Phone Policy Reminder: Students are required to place their cell phones in the designated classroom holders at the beginning of each class period. Per school policy, students may not access cell phones or smart devices during instructional time.
- Cell phones are permitted only during passing periods, break, and lunch.
- Additionally, students may not carry a cell phone when leaving the classroom during a class period for any reason, including restroom use or trips to the office.
Any student found outside of the classroom with a cell phone during instructional time will have the device confiscated for the remainder of the school day. Confiscated phones will be securely kept in the front office. Thank you for your support in helping us maintain a focused learning environment.
Campus Safety: Guests are required to always check in at the front office. ALL visitors must present their identification when visiting campus.
Playoffs for Swim, Volleyball, Lacrosse, and Golf are here! Come out and support your Islanders.
Congratulations to Morgan Maske and Spencer Reidarson for being recognized by the High School Sports Association as top Scholar-Athletes.
Come out and support your Islander Team. Schedule Link
If you can't make it live to support, then you still can for Free Online at Hudl Fan: Link
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Every Wednesday in the month of May, we will feature a variety of activities designed to educate students about mental health and offer meaningful opportunities to support and enhance their well-being.
New!Term 2 Semester 2 Progress Report Grades are available to view in Synergy. To login to Parent Vue click HERE. If your student earned a D or F in a course, please contact the student’s counselor to see remediation options, including summer school.
SPRING COLLEGE WORKSHOPS: CHS counselors are hosting college workshops all spring to get 10th and 11th graders prepared for the college application process. Come to the lunch workshops on Mondays in room 202. There will be FREE pizza for those who attend.
UPDATED! Dual Enrollment Workshops for Fall 2026 Courses - If you are enrolled in Intro to Business, American Sign Language 1, or Calculus 3 for fall term, you are required to complete the SWC registration process. Taking a dual enrollment course requires multiple steps and is offered on a first come, first serve basis. Reach out to Counselor Ms. Ereno if you have any questions.
Summer School Registration is Open! This is a great opportunity for your student to remediate a D/F grade that they earned and get them back on track. If your student needs summer school, register at the Summer School Registration Link. Look for an email from your student’s counselor with the details of the course they need to take. If you have any questions or think your student is in need of remediating a course (including for this term), please reach out to their counselor.
Student Courses for the 2026-2027 School Year!
Please check ParentVue to see the courses your student selected for next year. If you would like to meet with your student’s counselor, please email them to set-up an appointment. Course selections may be changed until the last day of school, June 4th. Email your counselor with any questions!
Taking a class outside of CHS this summer? Please make sure to check-in with your counselor to discuss your plan prior to taking the course.After the course is complete, bring in an official, sealed transcript of completed summer courses/grades to Ms. Chaney in the front office or email official transcript to akisha.chaney@coronadousd.net to add to your CHS transcript. If you are using outside summer classes to use as a pre-requisite for another course, please email your counselor in August once your classes are complete to make sure you are enrolled in the correct courses for the 2026-20267school year.
SENIOR INFO
- College Portals - Many colleges now require students to create a college-specific portal after they apply. This portal serves as a central hub for application documents, admissions decisions, and financial aid information. Please talk to your student to make sure they've created their portals and are checking their email for updates daily. Thank you for all you do to support your students through this year.
New! SENIOR DECISIONS: With May 1st being the deadline to submit letters of intent, please go into Xello and input your final enrollment decision. Xello > Plans > College Applications > Enrollment Decision - Add Decision > Select Institution > Your Final Transcript will be created, and add your Transcript due date > Add Decision
NEW! Seniors with Military Post-Secondary Plans - Are you enlisting, attending a military academy, or going to college on a ROTC scholarship? Please complete this form so we can recognize you at Senior Awards and other local acknowledgements!
SCHOLARSHIPS!
School added scholarships are now available in Xello in addition to the national scholarships! The counselors will be adding scholarships going forward as they become available. Many of the ones we add are either local to Coronado or San Diego, therefore you have an increased chance of receiving those.
To Access Scholarships in Xello: Student dashboard -> Plans -> Scholarships (Parent view details)
Updated Current Scholarships: Ongoing List of Military Scholarships, The Friends of the Coronado Public Library - 4 scholarships ($2000 each Due April 21st) Marilyn Foster Scholarship ($2,500 - Due May 15th), Details and others listed in xello
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
New! STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE NEEDED - City of Coronado Parks and Recreation Commission
The City of Coronado is now recruiting a Student Representative to serve on the Parks and Recreation Commission. This is a unique opportunity for students to take an active role in local government, share their perspective, and help shape programs, parks, and recreational opportunities that benefit the entire community.
As a member of the Commission, you’ll gain valuable experience, build leadership skills, and contribute to meaningful discussions that impact Coronado residents. If you’re interested in civic engagement and want to make a difference, we encourage you to apply. Great experience to list on college applications and resumes. The commitment is one meeting per month. Apply online HERE and select: Student Representative - Parks and Recreation Commission . For questions, please reach out to sberman@coronado.ca.us.
NEW! FBI Summer Academy
FBI San Diego is now accepting applications for their 2026 Teen Academy, a free full-day program for rising high school juniors and seniors to get a comprehensive look into today’s FBI. Academy participants will develop leadership skills and investigate the world of law enforcement through fitness exercises, forensic science workshops, and age-appropriate lessons on topics such as violence prevention, sextortion, and hoax threats. All trainings are led by FBI staff, including special agents, intelligence analysts, and professional staff. To learn more, please visit their website (scroll down to the Teen Academy header) and see attached flier.
Program Details
Where: 10385 Vista Sorrento Parkway, San Diego 92121
When: Thursday, July 16, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Who: Rising high school Juniors and Seniors (current Sophomores and Juniors) with an interest in leadership and service. An interest in a law enforcement career is not a pre-requisite.
Requirements:
Students who are 16 or older may be subject to a simple background check process. A Social Security number must be provided for this purpose.
Students 16 and older are also required to show a Real ID-compliant photo identification when entering FBI space.
The selection process is competitive, and all students should give their best effort in completing the application. A selection committee will evaluate each application based on the information provided, and no single element (GPA, school/community service, or essay) is disqualifying.
Cost: FREE
To Apply: Complete the 2026 Teen Academy application. Completed applications must be emailed to SD_Outreach@fbi.gov by June 5. Incomplete and/or late applications will not be accepted.
2026 Student Public Health Advocate Camp - July 20th-24th
What: FREE 5 Day Student Professional Development Workshop Series
Led by San Diego County's Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA), students will receive hands-on training from public health professionals in addressing San Diego's most critical public health issues, including Tuberculosis, Epidemiology and Immunization Services, HIV, and Mental Health. The camp will expand students' understanding of health careers beyond hospital systems, providing an excellent introduction to public health occupations and a professional network.
Where: SDCOE's Linda Vista Innovation Center - 2202 Comstock Street, San Diego 92111
When: July 20th-24th, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. each day
Who: Rising juniors and seniors in high school
More Information: Complete the Student Application and included steps
New! FCL (Future Construction Leaders) Camp Teen Girls - San Diego
We’re breaking stereotypes at this week-long, girls-only day camp. Through hands-on projects, teen girls will handle power tools and learn the essential elements of various construction trades. They’ll develop a “can-do” attitude and greater self-confidence as they tackle challenging projects. Seasoned mentors and role models are on hand to ensure campers perform tasks safely and accurately.
Who Should Attend: Girls in grades 9-12
Dates/Time: June 15-19, 2026, 8am - 4pm, daily
SAN DIEGO Camp Location: AGC Apprenticeship Trust, 10140 Riverford Rd, Lakeside, CA
For more details: Click HERE.
Registration opens on April 24, 2026, at 6:00 am (PT). Space is limited.
Swim Instructor Job Opening: Legacy Swim Academy is hiring part time (4-20 hrs.) swim instructors at $18-$20 per hour. Legacy Swim Academy operates at the BBMAC pool after school and is able to work with students’ sports and school schedules. Please email resume to info@legacyswimacademy.com.
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: See the CHS Internship Opportunities Document for internship details and how to apply.
Current Job Openings in Coronado: Indeed Job Posting
New CHS Counseling Website - Please view for all college and career information and social emotional resources.
Coronado High School
Website: https://chs.coronadousd.net/
Location: 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, USA
Phone: 619.522.8907
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoronadoIslanders