Weekly Newsletter

November 23, 2025

Dear Coyote Community,

Happy Sunday! As we head into our shortened instructional week, just a friendly reminder that we will have two early release days for conferences, followed by the start of Thanksgiving Break on Wednesday.

This season always reminds me how truly grateful I am to serve the Clarksburg community. Our students, staff, and families bring so much heart, joy, and purpose to CHS, and it is an honor to be your principal. Thank you for your partnership, your trust, and the many ways you support one another.

Wishing you a safe, joyful Thanksgiving filled with rest, connection, and time with those who matter most.

Warmly,

Ms. O’Neill

November 24-25 Early Release and Parent/Teacher Conferences

November 26 Systemwide School Closure

November 27-28 Thanksgiving Break

December 1-5 Scholastic Book Fair

December 4 PTSA Sponsored: Navigating College Financial Aid (6:30 pm, Media Center)

December 10 Fireside Chat with Ashique and Anita (6:30 pm, Media Center)

Our National Honor Society is hosting a school-wide Toy Drive to support students at Snowden Elementary School. We invite all members of our school community to participate by donating new or slightly used unwrapped toys. Every contribution—big or small—helps brighten a child’s season.

Donation boxes are in rooms 156 and 147, and we will be accepting items now through December 3rd. Thank you for helping us make a positive impact on our community.

Apply online for meal benefits today! A new FARMS application must be completed every school year, even if your children qualified the previous year. Households meeting federal income standards are eligible for free school meals, but must apply to receive this benefit. Only one application is needed for all students in a household.

Learn more.

On Wednesday, November 19, Clarksburg High School PTSA hosted a warm and festive Thanksgiving Lunch for all CHS faculty and staff—an afternoon filled with great food, genuine gratitude, and a true sense of community.

CHS PTSA was honored to serve the incredible educators and staff who keep CHS thriving every single day. Their dedication fuels our students’ success, and seeing our parents and community step forward with donations to support this celebration was nothing short of inspiring. CHS PTSA remains committed to uplifting our faculty, supporting our families, and strengthening the Clarksburg community. Your membership and donations make these moments possible.

Join CHS PTSA today and stay connected to all the events and initiatives ahead: https://chs-ptsa.givebacks.com/shop

Congratulations to CHS Varsity Girls' Volleyball players who received All-County honors. Mia Cheng made 1st Team as a Libero and Vivian Ngan received Honorable Mention as a Setter. Way to go Coyotes!!!

On November 20, Clarksburg High School PTSA lit up the CHS Auditorium with a Karaoke Night that was nothing short of electrifying. Students stunned the crowd with powerhouse performances, teachers and staff—yes, even our principal—took the stage with fearless energy, and members of CHS's Music Club brought the house down with their live set. The room pulsed with music, laughter, and pure community magic. It was vibrant, unforgettable, and left everyone saying the same thing: if you weren’t there, you missed a moment of Clarksburg history. What a night. What a crowd. What a community.

Please join PTSA today, to stay informed about all the upcoming events and be part of this community: https://chs-ptsa.givebacks.com/shop