CRHS Student & Family Update

Jared Sherman, Principal

Trey Mills, Assistant Principal

Brad Oberdorf, Dean of Students

Leslie Podlaszewski, School Counselor (grades 9 and 11)

Office Phone: 410-479-3678

Jennifer Reed, School Counselor (grades 10 and 12)

Office Phone: 410-479-3678

Cindy Hoffman BSN, RN, School Nurse

Office Phone 410-479-3612

Emily Phillips, Attendance Administrative Assistant

attendance.crhs@ccpsstaff.org

410-479-3678

Stephanie Carmine, Enrollment/Guidance Administrative Assistant

410-479-3678

Wendy DuVall, Finance and Administration Administrative Assistant

410-479-3678

Email: sherman.jared@ccpsstaff.org
Website: https://www.colonelrichardsonhs.org/
Location: Colonel Richardson High School, 25320 Richardson Road, Federalsburg, MD 21632, USA
Phone: 410-479-3678
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColonelRichardsonHighSchool/
Twitter: @CRcolonels

• We made it to the last week before Winter Break! This will be the last weekly update of 2024, so I want to take this opportunity to wish everyone in the Colonel family a happy holidays. This time year is one of reflection and in doing so, I just want to say that it is a true honor to be the principal of this wonderful school.

• Boys Basketball will be participating in the Governors’ Challenge over break. Games are as follows:

  • 12/26 vs. Polytech at Wicomico Civic Center at 1:30pm (11am Departure)

  • 12/30 vs. Sussex Tech at Wicomico HS at 6:45pm (4:30pm Departure)

• The PBIS December Discipline Incentive will be on 12/19 during Block 4. Students voted to watch Krampus. If you have questions about this choice, please see the info on this parent guide. No student will be required to attend the incentive.

• Seniors: Order your cap and gown before January 1 to avoid paying the higher cost!

  1. www.jostens.com - pay by credit card

  2. Call 1-800-JOSTENS - pay by credit card

  3. Fill out the order form with Mrs. France at school - pay later

• Reminder: School Delays and Closings

  Please remember, for all notifications, parent/guardian numbers and emails are taken directly from information provided by the family in PowerSchool. Staff contact information is taken directly from the Employee Access Center.

  
  

  School delays and closings are shared via:

  • a phone call, text, and email through our notification system

  • a message on the CCPS Mobile App the district website (carolineschools.org)

  • social media: Facebook (Caroline County Public Schools and all school pages), and Instagram (carolineschoolsmd)

  • some local news and radio stations

  
  The process for making weather-related decisions is outlined on carolineschools.org.

• In the upcoming weeks, students at Colonel Richardson High School will participate in the Maryland State Assessments. These assessments are a valuable opportunity for us to measure student progress, identify areas of strength, and address areas where additional support may be needed. The assessments will cover key academic areas, including English Language Arts, Mathematics, government, and Science, depending on your child’s grade level. The testing will take place during the regular school day, and we will ensure that the schedule is designed to minimize disruptions to learning.

  Here’s how you can help your child prepare:

  • Ensure they get plenty of rest. A good night’s sleep can improve focus and performance.

  • Encourage healthy eating. A nutritious breakfast is a great way to start the day.

  • Promote a positive attitude. Reassure your child that they should simply do their best and that the tests are just one measure of their learning.

  • Remind them to bring any required materials: Ensure their school-issued laptops are fully charged and brought to school with their charger.

  We appreciate your support in helping your child succeed during this important time. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the assessments or need assistance, please feel free to contact the School Testing Coordinator Mr. Brad Oberdorf.

  
  

  CRHS will be administering the following assessments in the weeks to come:

  • Maryland Integrated Science Assessment - Tuesday, January 7, 2025 and Wednesday, January 8, 2025

  • Government - Thursday, January 9, 2025, and Friday, January 10, 2025.

  • MCAP Math (Algebra I and select students in Geometry) Monday, January 13, 2025, and Tuesday, January 14, 2025

December Discipline Incentive

- When = Between 12/2 and 12/18

- Who = Students with no lunch detentions, no minor/major referrals, less than 3 unexcused tardies to school/class (codes T and U) AND a 2.0 GPA when we check at the end of the day on 12/18.

- What = Watch a holiday movie during Block 4 on 12/19 in the auditorium with popcorn and candy.

Starting November 1, 2024, CCPS will begin to obligate students for damaged and missing technology equipment. The CCPS Student Technology Obligation Program is designed to promote students' responsible use of technology and reduce damage costs through a tier-based pricing system. This program aligns with the Technology Obligation Regulation (Reference: III.31.71R) and the CCPS Terms of Use Agreement governing the use of technology by students.

Program Objectives:

• Cost Reduction: Minimize repair and replacement costs for student-issued technology devices.
• Responsibility Encouragement: Encourage students to take responsibility for the care and use of their assigned devices.

Tiered Pricing Reference: For details on the tiered pricing structure, please take a look at the Tiered Obligation Pricing. This document outlines the pricing levels based on the type and extent of damage.

Payment Processing: Tech obligations are treated like any other in-school obligation:

• In-School Payments: Payments may be collected at the school level and forwarded to the Central Office Finance Department for processing. When a payment is received in school, it must be documented, and the in-school tech should be notified to update the system accordingly.
• Online Payments: Parents and students can also make payments conveniently online using MySchoolBucks at CCPS Tech Payments.

Many seniors have placed their order already - thank you!! The cap and gown unit includes: black cap, black gown, tassel and the white Class of 2025 stole all seniors wear. Purchasing other items is completely optional. Cap and gown orders placed BEFORE December 31 will cost $47.70 (tax included). Cap and gown orders placed January 1 or later will cost $58.25 (tax included). We can place the order now and pay later, unless you are purchasing a package. Then you will need to make a down payment. Mrs. France can help with ordering if needed.

Ways to order:

1. www.jostens.com - choose Colonel Richardson High School and follow the prompts; pay with credit card

2. Call 1-800-JOSTENS; pay with credit card

3. Bring cash to school and Mrs. France will place order for you.

Please check your email regularly for graduation updates. As more dates/information become available, they will be shared via this weekly update, school social media and student/family email. Contact Bernadette France (france.bernadette@ccpsstaff.org) at the school with any questions.

• CRHS is hosting SAT testing on the weekends! If you want to take or retake your SAT, sign up at https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat

CCPS is committed to providing a safe, respectful, nurturing educational environment where the worth and dignity of individuals are valued and their safety and rights are protected. Behaviors that compromise this environment, interfere with school operations, or are otherwise contrary to the basic mission of our public schools will not be tolerated. Bullying, hazing, harassment, or other discrimination affecting a student or a staff member should be reported by a victim, parent/guardian, witness, staff member, or other person having knowledge. Staff members with knowledge of such conduct are required to promptly report it to the building principal.

Caroline County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in its educational programs, and in employment, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or disability.