Dearest CHES Families!
We hope you had a restful and joyful Thanksgiving break filled with love, laughter, and gratitude. As we step into December, the season of kindness and good cheer, let’s carry that warmth into our school community.
With just a few weeks left before the holiday break, it's a great time to check in on your student's progress. Please continue to monitor grades and encourage them to stay motivated and finish the semester strong. Together, we can ensure they end the year on a high note!
Let’s make this month one filled with positivity, compassion, and success. We’re grateful for your partnership and excited for all we’ll accomplish together this December!
Check back next week and we will share the joy and fun we had for our first (and definitely not the last) CHESgiving!
Until Next Week...
We are CHES and our cougars climb to new heights! 🐾
MONDAY
- LIT Club
- Jump Rope Club
- Step Club
TUESDAY
- Science Bowl Team
- Basketball Club
- PGCPS Family Institute Session: Testing 101nat 6:00PM
WEDNESDAY
- Soccer Club
- Tennis Club
THURSDAY
- Good News Club
- Science Bowl Team
FRIDAY
- Uniform Free Day
- Grading Window Opens - Progress Reports
- PGCPS Honors Orff Ensemble Concert (Fairmont Heights HS) at 7:00PM
Just a friendly reminder...
Several of our talented Capitol Heights Elementary School students have been selected to perform at the prestigious PGCPS All County Honors Orff Ensemble; our very own Mr. Pierre is the director!
This is a remarkable achievement for Jamir Almazar, Edward Bright II, Josiah Edwards, Grace Emmel, Madison Ann Jackson, Victoria Logossou, Avery Porter, Erika Reaves, Dyllan Render, Danielle Singleton, Kenzie Tchagah, Estella Thomas, and Kaliyah Thorpe.
The PGCPS All County Honors Ensembles are an integral part of our Music Enrichment Program and offer unique opportunities for selected participants to showcase their musical abilities. Being chosen for this ensemble is a testament to the hard work and dedication these students have put into their craft.
Participating in such an event not only provides recognition for our school but also enhances the overall reputation of our music program. It demonstrates that we are committed to fostering talent and excellence among our students.
The performance is on Friday, December 6, 2024 at 7pm - Fairmont Height High School (The New Location in Columbia Park) Admission is Free.
A Note from our CHES PTSA...
CHES Swag Sale
Need some new gear to represent CHES? Now's your chance! The PTSA is hosting a CHES Swag Sale beginning on Sunday, November 24th. Prices increase after December 8th, so order ASAP! Orders will be shipped directly to you and apparel is available in both youth and adult sizes. Start your holiday shopping and share your Cougar pride with your family and friends!
PTSA members receive a 10% discount on their order- look for an email with the discount code. Not a member? Join today!
Coming Up: New Afterschool Clubs with Wize Computing Academy
The PTSA is excited to partner with Wize Computing Academy to offer two new afterschool programs beginning in January 2025: LEGO Coding and Robotics and Coding in Minecraft. PTSA members will receive priority registration and 10% off registration- more information coming your way soon!
Lego Coding and Robotics
- Grades: 2nd - 5th
- Class size: Up to 18 students
- Time: Mondays from 4pm - 5pm
- Dates: January - March (as long as school is in session)
Coding in Minecraft
- Grades: 3rd - 5th
- Class size: Up to 10 students
- Time: Wednesdays from 4pm - 5pm
- Dates: January - March (as long as school is in session)
We wanted to share a friendly reminder to everyone that the application window for PGCPS Specialty Programs and The Creative & Performing Arts closes next month - December 13th.
Please see the links below:
Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1siHCM808gaQJ2Zcyk_wqhoo3xhuE7zbGOs_qR83HPIE/viewform?edit_requested=true
Application Info: https://sites.google.com/pgcps.org/pgcps-cvpacpa-application-site/application
Audition Site: https://sites.google.com/pgcps.org/pgcps-cvpacpa-application-site/home
CHES EVENTS:
December 10, 2024 - SPanish Spelling Bee List Released
December 17, 2024 - Picture Retakes
December 19, 2024 - Winter Showcase
PGCPS Grading Dates: (⭐⭐NEW⭐⭐)
December 10th - Progress Report Grading Window Closes
December 18th - 2nd Quarter Progress Report Released Online
January 24th - End of the 2nd Quarter
February 11th - 2nd Quarter Report Cards Released Online
Parent-Teacher Conference Days:
March 5, 2025 (2-Hour Delay)
Systemic Professional Development Days (No School for Students):
February 14, 2025
March 17, 2025
Professional Days (3-Hour Early Dismissal):
December 20, 2024
January 27, 2025
February 28, 2025
April 4, 2025
May 16, 2025
