ON THE HILL

Principal - Mr. Adam Tomco (8th Grade/Seniors) EMAIL

Asst. Principal - Mrs. Heather Rundo(Fresh-Juniors M-Z) EMAIL

Asst. Principal - Mr. Edward Yeomans (Fresh-Juniors A-L) EMAIL

Athletic Director - Mr. Doug Higham EMAIL

ATTENDANCE LINE: 440.285.4052

Website: www.chardonschools.org

Address: 151 Chardon Avenue

Main Office Phone Number: 440.285.4057

CHS Community,

We had another strong week from our students with state testing! I hope everyone safely enjoys the Maple Festival this weekend. Please remember that next week is our final week of OST/EOC testing. Let's finish strong!

END OF COURSE (EOC)/OHIO STATE TEST (OST) TESTING

Next week, our students will be taking the Ohio State Tests (OST) for Science 8 and Biology on Tuesday, followed by US History and Government on Thursday. All 8th grade students will be taking the Ohio State Test in Science.

We have incredibly high expectations for our students and know they are ready to perform their absolute best on these assessments! To help promote a positive and successful testing experience, please ensure your student comes to school prepared. A few simple things make a big difference:

• Get a good night’s rest.

• Eat a healthy breakfast in the morning.

• Bring a fully charged Chromebook.

Morning Logistics: We will follow our normal drop-off procedures in the morning. However, upon arrival, students should report directly to their assigned testing room provided by their content teacher.

Here is the testing breakdown by subject:

Science (Science 8 & Biology)

• Parts I & II: Tuesday, April 28 (ODD)

Social Studies (American History & American Government)

• Parts I & II: Thursday, April 30 (EVEN)

Please note that the school will operate on a modified "Testing Schedule" on each of these dates. The decision was made to have a "block" schedule those days, consisting of four 51-minute periods instead of eight 23-minute periods.

Enjoy the weekend.

Mr. Tomco

As we begin preparing for the upcoming 2026–2027 school year, we would like to remind you of an important health requirement for all students entering their senior year.

Per state law, all students must receive the required meningococcal (MCV4) vaccine prior to the start of their senior year. This immunization is mandatory for school attendance.

Please ensure that one of the following is completed before the start of the school year in August 2026:

• Submit official medical documentation verifying that your student has received the meningococcal vaccine
  OR

• Submit a completed exemption form (attached to this email)

Timely submission of these documents is essential to avoid any delays or interruptions to your student’s schedule at the start of the school year.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact the school clinic.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this requirement and for helping us keep our students safe and healthy.

Sincerely,

Chelsie Jackson M. Ed., BSN, RN, LSN

School Nurse

Chardon High School

Our CHS Choir students traded the classroom for the "Great Outdoors" and the "Great Stage" this past Tuesday! Eighty students spent a packed day in Akron, starting with a refreshing morning hike through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park’s Ledges Trail.

After a picnic lunch and a step back in time at the historic Stan Hywet Mansion, our singers headed to the breathtaking St. Bernard Parish for a masterclass workshop with The University of Akron’s choral department. To top off a perfect day, students enjoyed an Italian dinner before heading to EJ Thomas Hall for a once-in-a-lifetime performance by the world-famous Renée Fleming. It was a day filled with culture, community, and song. A huge thanks to our amazing chaperones for helping us hit all the right notes!

Small Acrylic Painting

Avery Neill (grade 9)

Parents of Juniors & Seniors: We still have After Prom Planning Committee slots to fill! Please consider signing up so we can make After Prom 2026 a special event for our students.

Looking ahead to next year - Open CHS After Prom & PTO positions are listed on our website. Contact Michelle Fisher at chardonafterprom@gmail.com or 216-401-8943 to learn more!

Ticket sales for the Junior and Senior Prom are just around the corner. Here is what you need to know:

• Sale Dates: April 27 - 30

• Tickets: On Sale Starting @ 7:00 AM

• Prom Tickets: $80 per person (Available Online Only). Two Tickets per Student ID

• After-Prom Tickets: Available for ALL JUNIORS and SENIORS

• Link to Tickets: Will be LIVE at 7:00 AM https://www.chardon.k12.oh.us/TicketsDonations.aspx

Seating:

When purchasing your tickets, you will also select your assigned seats. Please coordinate with your friends which table you would like to sit at, as the seating chart will be strictly followed.

**If purchasing a guest ticket, you must select the Guest Ticket option from the drop-down bar when selecting the seat.**

You may not move seats under any circumstances. You must sit at the table you select.

No refunds after the last day of sales. We must give the hall a head count and they will not refund dinners after the food is ordered.

Guest Form must be completed and turned in by Monday, May 4th to an administrator. Guests will not be allowed to enter the dance without a completed form. No refund will be given if a form is not completed. You can find the form below.

Please make sure to purchase your tickets during this window so you don't miss out on a great night!

As we gear up for Prom, our top priority is ensuring that this exciting milestone is both memorable and safe for all of our students. To help reinforce the importance of making smart choices, we are thrilled to welcome health educators from Geauga County Public Health and our local safety partners to campus this week for their annual Prom Blitz.

During lunch periods, educators and local first responders will be engaging our students with interactive booths, safety trivia, and important discussions focused on the dangers of distracted and impaired driving, as well as the importance of always wearing a seatbelt. It’s a fantastic, eye-opening program designed to remind our teens that the best part of Prom is making it home safely.

ACT SCORES

Just a quick reminder that the Leadership Geauga Youth Institute Class of 2026 application deadline is only one month away - April 30!

This two-week summer program for rising juniors and seniors is filling up fast; we already have 16 applications and can accept up to 30 students. Tuition is $300, with scholarships available.

If you haven’t shared the original email or flyer (attached) with your students or parents yet, now is a great time to do so. The application and program details are here: https://leadershipgeauga.org/programs/youth-institute/.

April 25: Marching Band @ Maple Festival

April 28: OST/EOC Science (8th Grade, Biology) Band Spring Concert

April 29: Prom Blitz

April 30: American History, Government EOC

May 01: Free Harmony & Jazz Band Dinner Show

May 04: Spring Choir Concert

May 08: Prom Assembly

May 09: PROM