CHS Islander News

April 6 Students return

April 7 Field level graduation seating opens (see senior newsletter)

NHS Tutoring lunch in room 511

April 7 Class of 2027 Chipotle Fundraiser 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.

April 8

April 9 ASB Applications DUE

April 10

Senior Class of 2026 Newsletter

Welcome Back! We hope you had a wonderful break!

Thank you to our ASB Advisor, Nicole Belong, for putting together the many details of last week's powerful Every 15 Minutes event. Please scroll down to read more and watch the film.

It's National Assistant Principal Week: We're so grateful for the care and support Mrs. Lewis and Mr. Kusserow provide to our Islanders each and every day!

Are You Eligible for Prom and End of Year Activities? Are you planning to attend Prom as a guest? We are generating our Ineligibility List for Prom/Powderpuff/Grad Night now. Any outstanding merchandise, books, uniforms, and unserved detentions will result in your name being placed on the ineligible list. Students with outstanding detentions and/or charges will receive an email (to their school email address) with an itemized list of items that need to be cleared.

• All assigned detentions must be served, and all outstanding charges must be cleared, to be able to attend/participate in these upcoming school events/dances.
• If you owe multiple hours of detention, you may want to consider attending Saturday School Saturday, April 11th, and/or May 2nd, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m... The Saturday School teacher will meet students inside the gate at the main entrance. You must be on time to be admitted and stay for the full 4 hours to receive credit. Please sign up in advance to reserve your space. You can register for Saturday School here: https://forms.gle/ieCBtynmYuS7UQHf6

Not sure if you have outstanding charges for merchandise, books, uniforms, or fines?

• Check with Ms. Hunt or Mr. Charles in the library.

Not sure how many detentions you owe?

• Last names A-K check with Mrs. Kirk in the office.
• ·Last names L-Z check with Mrs. Perri in the office.

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

AP Testing

AP Testing: As students prepare for AP tests in May, please review the following links for important information regarding review sessions and testing dates. Please contact Mrs. Lewis if you have any questions.wendy.lewis@coronadousd.net

• Teachers are providing review sessions in preparation for the AP Exams in May. Please see the document linked below for Review session dates, times and location. AP Tests Review Sessions Calendar
• AP Testing Dates: AP Testing Calendar 2026

Statewide CAASPP Testing Information JUNIORS! It's almost time for CAASPP Testing! Mark your calendars for testing dates (April 13-17, 2026)

ELA: Monday 4/13 and Tuesday 4/14

Science: Wednesday 4/15

Math: Thursday 4/16 and Friday 4/17

Make up testing: Monday-Wednesday, 4/20-4/22

Students should become familiar with the California assessment testing platform

CAASPP Testing Sample .

CAASPP Testing Location: During Wednesday’s homeroom, April 8th, all 11th grade and select 12th grade students taking the CAASPP will receive their testing classroom location. If your student has a question about their classroom assignment, please see Mrs. Perri in the front office.

Important reminder: . Many parents question whether or not their children should participate in the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) testing. Here’s why it matters:

• Clear insight into your child’s progress: Pinpoints strengths and areas for support, so teachers can tailor instruction and you can help at home.
• Personalized score report for your family: Highlights growth areas and links to free resources to boost learning outside school.
• College prep without extra tests for juniors: Strong scores qualify as Early Assessment Program (EAP) results, potentially waiving CSU/community college placement tests and saving time/money.
• Path to prestigious diploma seals: “Standard Met” or higher in grade 11 ELA/math can qualify for the Golden State Seal Merit Diploma (recognizing academic excellence) and/or State Seal of Biliteracy (celebrating multilingual skills) — gold seals on diploma/transcript that impress colleges and employers.
• Better school-wide resources & teaching: Full participation provides accurate data to improve curriculum, teacher training, and support programs at CHS.
• ·Supports school funding & programs: Helps meet 95% participation requirements for fair ratings and continued resources benefiting all students.
• ·No risk to grades or graduation: Results don’t affect report cards, placement, or diplomas — just helpful data.
• Builds real-world skills: Mirrors college/career critical thinking questions for future success.
• Fun incentives at CHS : Raffle entries for prizes (gift cards, event tickets) reward participation and effort!

All 11th grade students will take the summative assessments using school-issued Chromebooks,

• Chromebooks must be updated by April 10th Chromebook Update Instructions
• In addition, please familiarize your students with the assessment platform. Practice tests for students are available here

If you have any questions, please contact Tim Kusserow at Timothy.Kusserow@coronadousd.net

• April 13-17 ALTERED BELL SCHEDULE: We will be on a modified bell schedule during the week of April 13–17 to accommodate testing.
• Important Date Change: Wednesday, April 15 To recapture instructional minutes, we will follow a M,T,Th,F bell schedule bell schedule on Wednesday, April 15. Please note that school will end at 3:30 PM on this day.

The application for ASB for the 2026-2027 school year is due on April 9th. Interviews will take place the week of April 13th. Questions about ASB or the application process? Please see Mrs. Belong in room 702. Link for Application

On Monday during 1st break CHS ASB is hosting an egg hunt! Find eggs in the quad and turn them in to the tiki hut for a piece of candy. There are 18 golden eggs which will earn you a BIGGER candy :)

As we just finished this program, now is the perfect time to have a conversation with your children about safety and making good choices. Have a plan for what to do if your child ever finds themself in a situation where they feel unsafe. Let them know that you would pick them up from the moon at 3 am if they needed a safe ride home, even if they shouldn’t have been on the moon, or out at 3 am…

Thank you to our CHS ASB who coordinates this biennial event because we care so deeply about our students and want them to be safe and make safe decisions. The Every 15 Minutes event would not be possible without the commitment of so many different community organizations including the Coronado Police Department, the Coronado Fire Department, the City of Coronado, Sharp Coronado Hospital, the California Highway Patrol, Featheringill Mortuary, Essex Sound Production, Tripoint Productions, San Diego District Attorney’s office, San Diego Superior Court, and our CHS PTO. A huge thank you to Kelly Telebrico, and Karl Mueller who volunteered to chaperone our overnight retreat for our living dead students. And to Karin Mellina for supporting us through the entire process. A very special and heartfelt thank you to all of the students and parents who participated in the simulation and helped to make this event such a success.

Our production video can be viewed below.

NHS New Applicants If you are a rising junior or senior with a weighted GPA of 3.5 or higher, check out NHS, the nation's oldest, largest and most prestigious honor society. Applications CLOSE April 20 at 4:30 pm. If you have questions see Ms. Evenson in 311 after 2nd period. Click HERE TO APPLY

The officer self nomination form is now open for the 2026-2027 NHS board. Nominations are open until April 23 at 4:30 pm. Click HERE TO APPLY

Are you a young woman between the ages of 14 and 18 who exhibits leadership qualities as a volunteer in your community or school? Who sees challenges instead of obstacles? Hope instead of despair? If you know a young woman who believes in the power of volunteer action, then she may be eligible for a Soroptimist International of Coronado Service Award (previously known as the Violet Richardson Award).

The award is the Soroptimist International of Coronado Club’s (SIC) leadership and volunteer recognition program dedicated to teen girls. Soroptimist International of Coronado is one of nearly 1,400 clubs that make up Soroptimist International of the Americas, a global women’s organization whose members volunteer to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment.

The Service Award recognizes young women leaders who make the community and world a better place through volunteer efforts. Volunteer actions that benefit women or girls are of particular interest. Although we realize that volunteering is its own reward, we also know the power that positive reinforcement brings, especially in supporting and encouraging young women to continue their work as a community volunteer leader. The successful applicant will receive $500 herself and the charity of her choice will receive $500.

Interested in applying? CLICK HERE The deadline for applications is April 15, 2026.

Are you eligible to earn the Seal of Civic Engagement?

This seal recognizes qualifying high school juniors and seniors who have demonstrated excellence in civics education. Students who earn this seal have met the qualifications of each of the five criteria determined by the California State Board of Education. Learn more HERE

Spring Sports are starting League Play! 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

The end of the year is approaching, which means scholarship opportunities will start coming up. I will include them in both ISLANDER NEWS and my Weekly POW email, as well as talk about them in class.

Military Officers Association of America also has a $2000 scholarship: https://moaatampa.org/moaa-scholarship/

If your cadet is interested please email me and I will forward the entire package: jeffrey.holzer@coronadousd.net

PARENTS OF SENIORS!

• 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! San Diego State University Admit Presentation at CHS - Thursday April 23rd at 11:30am at CHS in the MPR! If you got accepted into SDSU and plan on attending in Fall 2026, or are still deciding on where to attend, there is a SDSU Admit Presentation Thursday April 23rd from 11:30am-12:15pm. Our SDSU Admissions Representative will be here to inform you of next steps, what to look forward to and answer any questions that you may have.

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)

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.

A very special thanks goes to local podcaster and writer, Adam Greenfield, who collaborated on this project!

Come on out this April 7th @ 6:30pm!

· CHS Library Catalog Access

· CHS Library Digital Resources Brochure

· CHS Library Canvas

Library Hours and Contact

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

· CHS Library Extension: 2088

· CHS Library General Email: chslibrary@coronadousd.net

We would like to extend an invitation for your club, student group, or parent group to fundraise during a special event that the world languages department is hosting on April 21.

The event is a World Languages award ceremony where seniors will be awarded their Seals of Biliteracy. We will also be recognizing a few 5th graders and 8th graders with world language awards.

Here are the details of the event:

CUSD's Annual Biliteracy Awards Ceremony and Cultural Fair

Tuesday, April 21 from 6pm to 8pm at CHS Theater/Quad

• the first half hour will be indoors as students receive their awards

• at around 6:30pm, everyone is going to come out to the Quad to enjoy the cultural fair. This is where different clubs will be hosting their booths and fundraising.

If you want to participate in fundraising for this event, you will need to:

1. Notify Dr. Sullivan at maylen.sullivan@coronadousd.org of your intention to participate in the event

2. Discuss with your club members and make a plan. We only ask that your booth is representative of a world culture, and that if you are selling something, that it be small food samples from a world culture.

3. Apply to fundraise through ASB/Mrs. Belong

4. Let me know if there is anything I can do to support you all

Please let me know if you plan to participate/fundraise!

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

April 13-17 CAASPP Testing for 11th Grade

April 13 Senior Awards applications CLOSE at 11:50pm

College Workshops at Lunch in Room 202

April 16 Class of 2029 Burger Lounge Fundraiser 10:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

April 17-19 CoSA MTD Spring Musical 7PM / Theatre

April 23 PTO mtg @ 9:00 / MPR

April 24 Quarter 4 Progress report

SB Ex-Comm Speeches Assembly

CHS Faculty Basketball Game 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.- Approved

April 27 Senior Expectations Assembly

College Workshops at Lunch in Room 202

Senior assembly - 10:3

MAY

May 2 Class of 2028 Chipotle Fundraiser 5-2-26 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Approved

May 4-15 AP Testing

May 8 CoSA Spring Dance Performance 7PM/ Theatre

May 9 CoSA Spring Dance Performance 7PM/ Theatre

May 14 CoSA Digital Arts Extravaganza 5PM / Theatre

May 16 PROM time and Location TBD

May 18 CoSA MTD Senior Showcase 7PM / Theatre

May 19 NJROTC Award 6PM

May 20 CoSA MTD Revue / Theatre

May 21 Islander Awards @ Hotel Del 6:00-8:30

May 22 Powder Puff Rally and Game

May 25 Memorial Day - HOLIDAY

May 26-29 Senior Finals

May 26 CHS/CMS Band Spring Concert 6PM / Theatre

May 27-28 CoSA MTD Spring Rep Show / Black Box

May 29 Grad Night

June 1 Senior Awards - Theatre 3:30pm

June 3-4 CHS FINALS

June 4 Term 2 ends

Last day of School / Graduation

Cell Phone Policy Reminder: Students are required to place cellphones in the holders in each of their classrooms at the beginning of class. Additionally, no student should have a cell phone if they leave the classroom to use the restroom. Students who are outside of the classroom with their cell phone will have it confiscated for the remainder of the school day. Confiscated phones will be kept safely in the front office.

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 and ready for exams

• Tuesdays after school 3:35-4:35pm Room 511
• Thursdays at lunch Room 511

Lunch: Students are expected to return to campus on time for period 3. Arriving tardy to 3rd period may result in having lunch detention the following day. Also, thank you for reminding your student that respectful behavior on and off campus is an expectation of all CHS Islanders.

Tardy Sweeps: CHS administration conducts unannounced tardy sweeps throughout the year. Students who arrive late after the tardy bell will check in at the MPR, be marked tardy with their ID, and then head to class; phones will also be collected and returned at the end of the day to support our cell phone policy. Thank you for helping us reinforce punctuality and a focused learning environment by ensuring your student arrives on time and ready to learn.

Has your child been absent or tardy? Detentions & Saturday School:

• Detention is held on Tuesday afternoon (3:40 p.m.), Thursday morning (7:30 a.m.) and Thursday afternoon (3:40 p.m.). Students must attend detentions to clear tardies.

• Students may also attend Saturday School to clear tardies and absences.

• Students may sign up for Saturday School by filling out the form linked below:

Saturday School Signup Link

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

CHS Broadcast: Watch Islander Insider Live - Every Wednesday at 11:07 am

https://coronadotv.me/

• Club Presidents: if you have an announcement you’d like us to make on the show, complete the Student Access Homeroom Announcements

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.

Website: https://chs.coronadousd.net/
Location: 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, USA
Phone: 619.522.8907
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