CHS Islander News

Sept. 1: Labor Day-No School

Sept. 2: Homecoming Ticket Sales Begin (see the details below)

Fall College visits begin (see counseling section below)

First day freshmen permitted to leave campus at lunch

Thank you to our wonderful PTO families for the meals and support you've provided over the past few weeks! We appreciate you!!

Back to School Night: Thanks to all who attended last week. We hope you enjoyed the evening. If you were unable to attend, please find the informational presentation at this link: Back to School Night Presentation

Last Friday, we held our annual CHS Student Information Assembly for all students. We want to share the messages we delivered and encourage you to discuss them with your student: CHS Student Information Assembly Presentation

PTO Meeting: Mark your calendar and join us on Thursday, Sept. 11th at 9 a.m. in the MPR for our first PTO meeting of the school year.

Club rush last week was a huge success. There are 83 different clubs on campus this year! There is something for everyone. If you missed club signups during rush, no worries! Students can join a club any time they would like at any time. Get involved with a club that matches your interests. A list of all of our CHS clubs and their meeting times and locations can be found at this link

Lunch: Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 2, all students, 9th - 12th grade will be allowed to leave campus for lunch. Thank you for reminding your student that respectful behavior on and off campus is an expectation of all CHS Islanders.

Open/Closed Campus: New Board Policy (5112.5, 6/5/2025) “establishes an open campus at grades 9-12” granting eligible students “the privilege of leaving campus during lunch.” Notably, this policy recognizes that students leaving campus for lunch is a “privilege,” and not a right. CHS Administrators “may revoke the open campus privilege for individual students for disciplinary and attendance reasons.” Students “shall not leave school grounds at any other time during the school day without express permission of school authorities."

PSAT Testing Information:If your student is registered to take the PSAT on October 18th, you will be receiving email correspondence in the next several weeks with information regarding testing day arrival time and room locations. Please reach out to Mrs. Lewis if you have any questions.

The AP Testing Registration and Payment Website is now OPEN. The Fall payment deadline is November 2, 2025. Please visit our school website for full registration and payment information by clicking the following link:

AP Testing Website Link

Please reach out to Mrs. Lewis, wendy.lewis@coronadousd.net if you have any questions.

Attendance for 25-26: CHS is encouraging students to be responsible for their attendance by being punctual and on time for class. We appreciate your support in this effort to be respectful by being on time. There are student incentives for regular attendance, alongside monthly tardy sweeps.

Absences: In the event of an absence, please complete and submit the CHS Parent Verification of Attendance Form (Google), OR contact Rina Parodi in the attendance office at 619-522-8907 EX. 2094.

• If you have any questions concerning attendance verification, please contact Rina Parodi via email at rina.parodi@coronadousd.net or call at (619)522-8907 ext. 2094

Canvas: Staying in the know about your student's classes and grades is an important part of our partnership in educating your child. Please be sure to regularly check Canvas . For login directions: https://bit.ly/CUSDCanvasparent

Note: You do not need to create an account from scratch. You will need to use your current email as your username (the email address you use for Synergy/ParentVue) and then reset your password.

Technology Help: Please use this resource when you have questions about technology. Student and Parent Technology.

Campus Safety: We appreciate you following safety policies and protocols. Guests are required to always check in at the front office. ALL visitors must present their identification when visiting campus.

Bike Safety: Bikes and E-Bikes: Please remind your student to wear their helmet and follow all traffic laws while riding their bikes to school. Our top priority is to keep our students and community safe at all times.

Please mark you calendars for the CoSA Foundation and CoSA Council Community Carnival on September 23rd.

5:15 PM-6:00Pm in the theatre. Hear from the Foundation, Council and staff

6:00PM-6:45PM in the Quad for activities, games, connections and more....

Take Action! Know the Signs Website

• Know the Signs - Learn the warning signs

• Find the Words - Learn how to speak to someone

• Reach out - You are not alone, access resources

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.

CUSD Suicide Prevention Website

CUSD has a new website as well that you can access HERE with additional information on suicide prevention and awareness.

NEW! INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

See the CHS Internship Opportunities Document for internship details and how to apply.

Fall College Visits!

Private and Public college representatives from California and across the country come to visit CHS during lunch in the College and Career Center (CCC) to meet with students. Check out CHS College Visits Fall 2025 for a comprehensive list or look below for the upcoming visits.

DATE COLLEGE

Tue Sep 2nd, 2025 University of Redlands

Wed Sep 3rd, 2025 Belmont University

Thu Sep 4th, 2025 Bucknell University

Fri Sep 5th, 2025 Les Roches University (Spain)

Wed Sep 10th, 2025 Penn State University (University Park)

Fri Sep 12th, 2025 Gonzaga University

SENIORS! Important Upcoming Events

• Senior Counseling Assembly - September 11th during 2nd period - Required counseling assembly to learn about all you need to know about senior year, applying to college and next steps!

• Counseling Appointments - Beginning September 15th seniors will have their individual counseling meeting with their school counselor to review credits and post-secondary plans. Seniors will receive a call slip for their appointment. Please attend these very important meetings!

• College Application Workshops - Start September 15th (see details below)

• College Night - October 1st - Application Details from College Reps (see details below)

Fall CHS College Application Counseling Workshops - Seniors

CHS Counselors will have informative sessions and drop-in help availability on various topics throughout the fall on Mondays during lunch in room 202. The following are the workshops offered:

• September 15th - Common Application & Xello/Letters of Recommendation

• September 22nd - UC Applications & CCGI

• September 29th - College Essays & Scholarships

• October 6th - Cal State Applications

• October 20th - Military Academies & ROTC Scholarships

• October 27th, November 3rd, 17th-21st, December 1st - College Application Drop-in Workshops

College Night for ALL Students and Parents - Wednesday October 1, 2025 at 6:00pm

We are excited to host college night in the CHS Theater. This is a night filled with a presentation by the CHS counselors and then there will be breakout sessions with college representatives to learn more about the UC system and application with UCI, Cal State system with SDSU and Cal State San Marcos, Private Colleges with University of San Diego, and Application Strategies with Kaplan Educational Group. This event is for all grades levels and both students and parents. Don’t miss this informative event!

Did you take a summer class outside of CHS? If so, you must request that they send CHS your official final transcript and grades as soon as possible to CHS registrar, Akisha Chaney at akisha.chaney@coronadousd.net. Transcripts are required to be put on your CHS transcript and/or to be enrolled in the next level of class. Please contact your counselor if you need a course change based on the summer course completed.

Homecoming season is here! The Pep Rally, Parade, Game, and King and Queen crowning are all on September 26th, with the dance on September 27th. Tickets go on sale this week, and can be purchased for the next three weeks at the student store.

DANCE INFO:
All CHS Students are cordially invited to our Homecoming Dance! This year’s theme is “A Night in Vegas.”

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, September 27th

• Time: 6:45 pm-9:45 pm

• Location: Nova, San Diego
  454 Sixth Avenue
  San Diego, CA 92101

Ticket Sales:

• Tickets will be available for purchase starting September 2nd and will be sold until September 19th. Tickets are not sold at the door.

Ticket Prices:

• Week 1 (9/2-9/5):

• $60 for ASB Card Holders

• $70 for non ASB Card Holders

• Week 2 (9/8-9/12):

• $65 for ASB Card Holders

• $75 for non ASB Card Holders

• Week 3 (9/15-9/19):

• $70 for ASB Card Holders

• $80 for non ASB Card Holders.

Purchase Information:

• Tickets can be purchased at the student store during lunch each day. They can additionally be purchased for 30 minutes after the 4th period on September 17, 18, 19

• Please note: Tickets will not be sold at the door and will not be available after September 19th.

• Students must be in good standing to be eligible to purchase a ticket (detentions must be served and outstanding charges cleared).

Important Requirement:
All students wishing to attend must have a hard copy of the 2025-2026 Dance Contract (need link) on file with our ASB Clerk, Mrs. Contreras. Be sure to bring your signed dance contract when purchasing your tickets at the student store.

Don’t miss out on this exciting event! We look forward to seeing you there!

The ASB Card

The ASB Card offers students an opportunity to enjoy discounts on activities that Islanders are already participating in! Students with an ASB Card gain free admission to home football and basketball games, receive discounts on dances, shows, along with other perks. The purchase of the ASB Card supports all student activities on campus this year. The card is $50 and can be purchased at the student store right now by clicking this link → Purchase ASB Card

More information about the ASB Card can be found here ---> ASB CARD

Club rush last week was a huge success. There are 83 different clubs on campus this year! There is something for everyone. If you missed club signups during rush, no worries! Students can join a club any time they would like at any time. Get involved with a club that matches your interests. A list of all of our CHS clubs and their meeting times and locations can be found here.

Get Connected!

Stay in the loop with Islander Student Activities!

Student Activities Calendar Dates will be added as events are planned and approved throughout the year

ASB Canvas Page

Instagram @coronadoasb

Class of 2026 Instagram: @CHS.Islanders26

Class of 2027 Instagram: @chs.islanders27

Class of 2028 Instagram:@chs.islanders28

Class of 2029 Instagram: TBD

Fall Sports have started! Come out and support your Islander teams. See the schedule button below

We are starting to stream home games on Hudl. It is temporarily free to watch all home regular-season games on the Hudl Fan App or https://fan.hudl.com/

Support Girls Volleyball and save money around town. Here is a link to IMPACT ORDER FORM $20-coupon cards with 12 local deals good for unlimited use on the Island.

Here is a link to order Volleyball ISLANDER MERCH PRE-ORDER FORM.

CHS Athletic Director: Aaron.brooks@coronadousd.net

Islander Sports Foundation

· CHS Library Catalog Access

· CHS Library Digital Resources Brochure

· CHS Library Canvas

o If you don’t have access to our CHS Library Canvas yet, please enroll at this link after you and your student have been provided with Canvas access: https://bit.ly/CHSlibraryCanvas

Library Hours and Contact

· CHS Library Hours: 8am – 4pm on school days

· CHS Library Extension: 2088

· CHS Library General Email: chslibrary@coronadousd.net

• The Islander Trial Team is looking for Attorney Coaches to help the students prepare for the San Diego County Mock Trial Competition this January and February. Reach out to michelle.evenson@coronadousd.net if you are interested.

WHAT:

Student Rotarian opportunity coming in August!

WHY:

Become an honorary Rotarian for one month. Attend a Rotary meeting, participate in service projects such as Beach Clean Up & Flags on the Avenue

WHO:
10 CHS Student Rotarians to be selected via application process at the beginning of 25-26 school year

Class of 2026 Seniors are eligible to apply in August

WHEN:

10 students to each serve for one month participating as honorary members of the Coronado Rotary Club during the 2025-2026 School Year

Student Rotarian application available on August 1st. Submissions due 09/05/25

QUESTIONS:

If you have questions regarding the CHS Student Rotarian Program offered by the Rotary Club of Corondo, please contact Rotary member Jane Braun jane@coronadoadvisor.com

Emerald Keepers is accepting applications for the CHS internship program

CHS students are invited to apply for the Emerald Keepers internship program. The internship requires a minimum of 35 volunteer hours including:

• Working in the CHS Emerald Keepers Garden

• Volunteering at Emerald Keepers events

• Public speaking at a community meeting

• Proposing and implementing a passion project.

- Attending monthly meetings held during CHS lunch.

The internship offers excellent work and leadership experience and strengthens student resumes. To learn more and apply, go to emeraldkeepers.org/chs-internship-program and click on the online application button. Applications will be accepted from Aug. 11 to Sunday, Aug. 31

Seniors! Schedule your yearbook portraits now.

The CHS PTO has lots of amazing things planned for the students, teachers and staff this year! As always we cannot do what we do without the help of our amazing CHS Families!

Thank you for taking the time to help us support our awesome CHS students, teachers and staff. CHS PTO is looking forwarding to a fantastic school year! Go Islanders!

PTO Executive Board 2025-2026

Liz Riebe, President (coronadoptopres@gmail.com)

Alison Gregory, Vice President

Arlene Ventimiglia, Secretary

Keli Craig, Treasurer

Mandy Cohn: Hospitality

September 9: Teen Mental Health First Aid Certification Parent Information Meeting 5:30 PM MPR

September 11: Senior Class Assembly at 10:15 am

PTO Meeting 9-10 am

September 12: Lock Down Drill

September 15: Senior Appointments Begin with Counselors

College Workshop at Lunch in Room 202 - Common App and Xello/Scholarships

September 20: Quarter 1 Progress Report grading period ends

September 22: College Workshop at Lunch in Room 202 - UC Applications

September 23: Picture make up day

September 22-26: Homecoming Spirit Week

September 26 Homecoming Pep Rally, Parade and Football Game

September 27: Homecoming Dance

September 29: College Workshop at Lunch in Room 202 - College Essays

October 18: PSAT 8 am

Website: https://chs.coronadousd.net/
Location: 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, USA
Phone: 619.522.8907
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoronadoIslanders