Weekly Newsletter
A Message from Principal Anita O'Neill
May 31, 2026
Dear Coyote Community,
Happy Sunday! I hope you’ve had the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful weather this weekend. It certainly feels like summer is finally on its way, and I hope these sunny days continue.
As we begin to wind down the school year, I want to remind everyone that we still have about two full weeks of instruction remaining. Every day of learning matters, and we expect all students to remain engaged and present in their classes through the last day of school.
Recently, we have seen an increase in students avoiding class, which can result in loss of credit and may impact promotion to the next grade level. Families of students demonstrating these behaviors will be contacted, and students will be assigned appropriate in-school interventions. If students are not compliant with these interventions, caregivers may be asked to pick them up from school. While we are all looking forward to summer break, there is still important work to be done, and we encourage students to stay focused on their academic responsibilities.
Please be sure to review our calendar of events, as there are several opportunities for students and caregivers to connect this week. In particular, our PTSA is hosting a valuable session designed to help families support their children as they transition into adulthood and prepare for greater independence.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Let’s make these final weeks of the school year productive, positive, and successful for all students.
Warmly,
Ms. O’Neill
Calendar of Events
June 3 Junior Class Parent Meeting (5:00, Auditorium)
June 4 Underclassman Award Ceremony
June 4 PTSA Program: Transition into Adulthood (6:30, Media Center)
June 5 CHS Math Bee (3:30, Auditorium)
June 9 Graduation Practice
June 10 Graduation (No School)
June 17 Staff End of Year Lunch
June 18 Early Release, Last Day of School
This Week's Updates
Attention Seniors
MANDATORY Graduation Rehearsal, June 9th in the CHS auditorium, 8:30 am. Tickets will be given out at the end of the rehearsal.
When you arrive at rehearsal:
- There will be two check in lines outside the doors of the auditorium lobby: A BLUE line and a RED line. Please get in the correct line.
- When you get to the table, tell the staff members your NUMBER
- This is the order that you will eventually line up in/process/walk across the stage/get your diplomas in. It is imperative that you stay in this order.
PTSA Program: Transition into Adulthood
CHS PTSA invites you to join for an important and practical parent session on Thursday, June 4th at 6:30 PM in the CHS Media Center to learn about the essential legal documents every 18-year-old should have before heading to college or adulthood.
This informative session will cover:
What legally changes when a child turns 18
Why hospitals and colleges may not communicate with parents
The importance of:
- Advance Medical Directive (Health Care Power of Attorney)
- HIPAA Authorization
- Durable Financial Power of Attorney
Open Q&A with the speaker
Whether your student is a junior or senior, this session will help families better prepare for the transition into adulthood.
Celebrations
Student Opportunities
Montgomery History Art Exhibit: As part of the county’s 250th anniversary on Sept. 6, Montgomery County student artists (8th grade through high school) are invited to submit work to “MoCo at 250: Then and Now.” Deadline: Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026.
Montgomery College is providing $1,000 tuition scholarships to Montgomery County residents who are spring 2026 graduates from a Montgomery County high school and are taking at least six MC credit hours this fall. The “Raptor Ready” Scholarships can only be applied to fall 2026 tuition and fees. Applications are due Monday, Aug. 3. Learn more.