ON THE HILL

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

Asst. Principal - Mrs. Christina Sherwood (Fresh-Juniors M-Z) EMAIL

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

Athletic Director - Mr. Doug Snyder EMAIL

Mr. Douglas Higham (Athletics) EMAIL

Secretary - Mrs. Jenifer Goodwin EMAIL

ATTENDANCE LINE: 440.285.4052

Website: www.chardonschools.org

Address: 151 Chardon Avenue

Main Office Phone Number: 440.285.4057

I am very excited for my FIRST prom assembly next Friday! I have heard wonderful things about the fun and creative campaigns, assembly skits, and videos our court members are planning. Campaigning will officially begin this coming Monday. Schedule for the PM prom assembly is posted below.

Please also remember that next week marks our LAST OST/EOC assessment, which is Science. It is crucial that all Grade 8 students and those taking Biology are present for testing on Wednesday, May 7th. We have a very short makeup window. Therefore, if your child will be absent on Wednesday, Thursday or Friday, please inform me as soon as possible so we can arrange for them to take the test on Monday, May 5th, or Tuesday, May 6th.

In addition to all of this, next week is also TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK! A huge thank you to our After Prom/PTO for organizing a very creative and special week for our staff to celebrate the incredible work they do daily for the students of Chardon High School.

Finally, please NOTE A SCHEDULE CHANGE regarding our block days. Due to SENIOR FINALS taking place on Tuesday, May 14th, and Wednesday, May 15th, the entire building, including all students and grade levels, will temporarily return to BLOCK SCHEDULING on those two days. Tuesday, May 14th will be a RED day, and Wednesday, May 15th will be a BLACK day. This adjustment to the block schedule for these two days will cause the least amount of disruption for our staff and students, given the number of courses with multiple grade levels.

Building Schedule Week of May 05

Monday: White Day

Tuesday: White Day

Wednesday: Testing White Day Schedule

Thursday: White Day

Friday: White Day, PM ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE (posted above)

Enjoy your weekend.

Mr. Tomco

Key concerns include proposed property tax reforms that could accelerate the need to place a new operating levy on the ballot for the public’s consideration, the elimination of Ohio's Fair School Funding Formula which may lead to budget shortfalls, caps on district cash reserves limiting the district's ability to manage finances, and the expansion of public funding for private education.

The district is advocating for local control, engaging with state legislators and professional organizations, and urging community members to voice their concerns to elected officials, emphasizing that HB 96 in its current form is detrimental to public schools.

HB 96 is currently in the Ohio Senate for consideration and is anticipated to be approved by the Governor by June 30, 2025. For a complete overview of the Ohio Budget Process, please visit Ohio Policy Matters Guide to the State Budget HERE.

Please do not hesitate to contact our office with any questions concerning the status of HB 96.

Michael P. Hanlon, Jr. Ph.D.

Superintendent

Deb M. Armbruster

Treasurer/CFO

FINAL SCHEDULE CLARIFICATION: Please be aware of the expectations of study halls during finals week:

• Late Start/Early Arrival: If a student has a study hall scheduled for the first period or the last period during finals testing (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday), they have the option for a late start (arriving after first period) or an early dismissal (leaving after their last class).

• Mid-Day Study Halls (Wednesday & Thursday): If a student has a study hall scheduled in the middle of the day (specifically Wednesday, 4th period, or Thursday, 5th period), they are required to remain in school for the duration of that study hall. Late arrival or early dismissal is not permitted for mid-day study halls.

We hope this clarifies the expectations for study hall attendance during finals week. Please plan accordingly.

Chardon High School’s chapter of the International Thespian Society (#1784) inducted 6 new members on Wednesday evening, April 23 (Shakespeare’s birthday). Graduating seniors were celebrated by awarding them cords for their commencement gowns. Students who earned their Varsity Letter for drama received them during the ceremony. We also awarded three Mary Price Thespian Scholarships to graduating seniors: Carrie Evans, Dominic Iskra, and Sofia Flatto.

The International Thespian Society is the only theatre honor society for middle and high school students in the United States. Affiliation brings credibility and distinction to students, theatre programs, and schools. It is a visible, positive symbol of the quality of your theatre program.

ITS recognizes, rewards, and encourages student achievement and celebrates the work of students in all aspects of theatre – performance and production. Each student is honored on a national level and gains access to opportunities and resources beyond those of their school.

Senior Finals (if needed) May 14th and 15th

May 14, RED DAY: Finals 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th periods

May 15, BLACK DAY: Finals 2nd, 4th, 6th, 8th periods

We understand that these testing days may, in some instances, conflict with your Advanced Placement (AP) exams.

It is your responsibility to review the senior final exam testing schedule carefully and make arrangements directly with your individual teachers to complete any final exams that overlap with your AP testing.

Please communicate with your teachers as soon as possible to discuss alternative times or methods for completing your final exams to ensure you are able to fulfill all requirements for graduation.

After being recognized by Lakeland Community College for her Excellence in Teaching recently, Mrs. Mihalek is AGAIN back in the news. The Chagrin Valley Today wrote and excellent article highlighting her CCP Intro to Mass Media course. Click the link below to view the article.

Click HERE for AP FINAL EXAM INSTRUCTIONS

With AP Testing being digital, students need to know their College Board login information. It will not be autosaved for students.

The Chardon Science Olympiad Division B team - consisting of fifth through ninth grade students - achieved 10th place in the Ohio State competition on Saturday, April 26, at Ohio State University in Columbus.

Students competed in twenty-three events and two trial events. Chardon placed

1st in Meteorology

2nd in Dynamic Planet, Fossils, and Road Scholar

3rd in Engineering CAD

5th in Entomology and Ecology

6th in Codebusters

7th in Tower

Congratulations to the Division B team consisting of the following students:

- Adriana Baldwin

- Addision Fabian

- Daniel Flamm

- Joshua Flamm

- Luke Flamm

- Ryan Furjanic

- Ava Galhotra

- Nathan Germovsek

- Ben Majetich

- Samuel Monkiewicz

- William Monkiewicz

- Cayden Sapp

- Colby Sapp

- Ben Tournas

- James Wroblewski

- Thomas Wroblewski

Science Olympiad will be recruiting new students for both the Division B and C teams for the 2025-26 school year! Come join this exceptional academic team! Contact Division B Head Coach Michelle Monkiewicz or Division C Head Coach Emily Tusick for more information.

To ensure a more consistent and efficient testing period, a few adjustments have been made. Please review the following schedule carefully:

UPDATED Testing Schedule

Wednesday, May 7:

• Science 8
• Biology

Testing Procedures and Late Start Information:

• Testing will take place from 7:35 AM to 10:00 AM on all scheduled testing days.
• Attendance is crucial: We have a limited window to complete these assessments, and student attendance on these dates is a high priority.
• Late Start: Students who are NOT enrolled in any of the courses being assessed on a particular testing day will have a late start.
• STUDENTS NOT TESTING ARE EXPECTED TO REPORT FOR SCHOOL. Doors for late-start students will open at 9:45 AM.
• Students arriving for the late start should report to the cafeteria and wait until the 10:00 AM bell.
• District Transportation: District transportation will operate on its regular schedule. Students arriving by district transportation will be in the cafeteria during the testing window.

Absence Notification:

• If your child will be absent on any of the scheduled testing dates, please contact Principal Adam Tomco immediately at adam.tomco@chardonschools.org. Early notification is essential for us to make necessary accommodations.

We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a smooth and successful testing period.

After Prom 2025 will be a fun night of games, food, entertainment, and the chance to win 100s of prizes. Grand prizes include iPads, Air Pods, Apple Watches, TVs, a 3D printer, and more!

• Saturday, May 10 from 11:00 pm to 2:00 am.
• ALL CHS Seniors
• Any CHS Junior who is also attending the Prom dance
• Any guests/date of a CHS Senior or Junior who is also attending the Prom Dance

Tickets are available for purchase (for $8 per person plus fees) on Crescendo Club's Hometown Ticketing account at https://chardoncc.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/38?access_code=dc68b50c0ef53633033c5f80249206749aa8d65c.

Parent Volunteers Needed! We will need LOTS of parent help May 9-11 with set-up/decorating, working at the event, and clean-up. Please sign-up to make this a special event for our students at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0544ABA728A0F49-49200964-after#/

Email us at chardonafterprom@gmail.com with questions.

Please click the banner below to review the updated and recently Board of Education-approved CLSD Parent-Student Handbook. This handbook is published annually to help ensure a safe and productive learning environment for students, staff, parents, and visitors. It outlines students' rights, responsibilities, and the consequences for misbehavior. Included in the district handbook is an addendum specific to Chardon High School. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact the school administration.

ACT REPORTS/TESTING UPDATES

ACT student reports have been sent home with students through their US History (10th grade) and Government (11th grade) social studies classes. Scores can also be accessed through the My ACT account that students set up prior to testing. If your student does not have a social studies class at CHS, they can pick up the report in the counseling office.

For current 11th grade students who want to increase their ACT score, it is highly recommended that they sign-up to take another ACT on one of the National Test Dates this spring, summer and/or early fall. HERE is the ACT website where students can register to take another ACT.

The ACT has made major changes to its test beginning this month including the option to test online on Saturday (National) test dates, reducing the number of questions per section, and making the science subtest optional, to name a few. HERE is an article with all the details.

This is just a reminder that all pupils entering the 12th grade for the 2025-2026 school year are

required to be vaccinated against meningococcal disease. Also, any newly enrolled students at

CHS from outside of the school district are required to provide immunization records for your

student(s). If you provided records at registration, please disregard this reminder. All necessary

vaccine records are due no later than August 27, 2025.

May 02: Jazz and Free Harmony Dinner Show @ Pine Ridge, Theatre Arts Show, during the school day.

May 04: Senior vs Junior Powder Puff Game

May 05: Auburn Signing Day

May 05-May 16: AP Testing (Schedule linked above)

May 09: Prom Assembly (Adjusted PM Assembly Schedule), Senior Movie Night

May 07: Science EOC/OST Testing

May 08: CHS Spring Choir Concert - Mayfield United Methodist Church

May 12: Scholarship Night (Invite Only)

May 14 and 15: Senior FINAL EXAMS

May 22: Graduation