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

CHS Community,

The 4th quarter is now upon us! Please take a moment to review your student's academic progress in Infinite Campus (IC), as 3rd quarter grades have been finalized.

On Wednesday of this week was very productive, with successful PSAT (8th/9th grade) and ACT (10th/11th grade) testing sessions, as well as student scheduling for the 2025-26 school year. We were pleased with the high attendance and effort demonstrated by our students during testing. We anticipate the results will be available in mid-April. There is a make-up ACT test scheduled for Tuesday, March 18th at 7:35 am for 11th grade students who were unable to take the ACT when it was originally scheduled. If your student would like to attend the make-up session, please contact Karin Hillman via email (karin.hillman@chardonschools.org) to get signed-up.

The guidance department will have paper copies of the test results, and students can also access them through their College Board account (PSAT) or their MyACT account.

Student schedules for the 2025-26 school year are now live in Infinite Campus. Students were initially recommended by teachers for placement in academic classes. Important: If you or your student disagree with their recommended placement, a grade change request form must be completed. This form needs to be signed by both the teacher and a parent/guardian before a school counselor can make any changes. Forms are located in the Media Center and main office.

Please note that class changes moving forward will be on a limited basis. It is crucial that students understand and commit to their current course selections.

All lost and found items will be laid out in the cafeteria next week before spring break. Anything not claimed will be washed and added to the free student boutique or donated to local charities.

Building Schedule Week of March 17

Normal week.

Enjoy your weekend.

Mr. Tomco

CHS Senior Trevor Wascovich is leading a World Down Syndrome Awareness Campaign next week before spring break. He has had students design signs for the hallways and has chosen songs to play on the PA during the changing of period bells. He and his classmates also plan to make announcements this coming week informing his fellow peers about his disability, Down Syndrome. He is encouraging the entire student body and staff to wear mismatched socks this coming Friday in honor of World Down Syndrome Day.

Please ROCK YOUR SOCKS on Friday, March 21st!

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

UPDATED Testing Schedule:

• Tuesday, April 15:
  • ELA 8 - Part I
  • ELA II - Part I
• Wednesday, April 16:
  • ELA 8 - Part II
  • ELA II - Part II
• Wednesday, April 23:
  • US History
  • American Government
• Wednesday, April 30:
  • Math 8
  • Algebra I
  • Geometry
• 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.

Get ready to be Tangled up in a magical evening! Chardon High School's 2025 Prom is just around the corner!

Date: Saturday, May 10th

Location: LaVera Party Center

Tickets: $80/person

Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Theme: Tangled

We are excited to announce that this year's prom will be a Junior/Senior Prom! Please note that due to venue capacity limitations this year only, we are limited to 390 tickets. For future proms, we have secured a larger space to comfortably accommodate both junior and senior classes.

Ticket Information:

Tickets will be available for purchase through Hometown Ticketing. The link will be shared at a later date.

• Senior Ticket Sales: Begin April 4th at 6:00 AM
• Junior Ticket Sales: Begin April 18th at 6:00 AM (remaining tickets)
• TICKET SALES WILL END MAY 2nd

Seniors will have the first opportunity to purchase tickets for themselves and their date, regardless of whether their date is a junior.

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. There are 43 tables available, each seating 6-10 students.

More information regarding the ticketing link and other prom details will be shared soon. Stay tuned!

Join us for our next meeting on Tuesday, March 18 at 7:00 pm in the CHS media center to learn how you can help with:

• Our big After Prom event (May 10)
• Staff Appreciation Week (May 5 - 9)
• Filling committee chairs positions for the 2025-26 school year

(If the main doors are not open, use door #22 at the east side of the building.)

We still have some key planning committee spots open for the May 10 After Prom: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0544ABA728A0F49-53881082-after#/

Looking ahead, next year will be a transition year for Chardon After Prom & PTO with some long-standing members moving on with their graduating seniors. We are looking for 25-26 co-chairs willing to learn the ropes and continue the work of our organization in upcoming years, including:

• After Prom & PTO, Co-President
• Two Fall Concession Co-Chairs
• JV Football Chair (Saturday morning games)
• Freshman Football Chair (Thursday 4:30 games)
• Winter Concessions Co-Chair
• An After Prom Event Co-Chair (An upcoming Junior parent, Class of 2027)

Learn more about After Prom & PTO at https://sites.google.com/view/chardonafterprom. Questions? Contact Michelle Fisher at chardonafterprom@gmail.com or 216-401-8943. Hope to see you at our meeting on March 18!

The CHS Academic Decathlon team traveled to John Carroll University on Friday March 7th and Saturday March 8th for State Competition and came away with 16 medals and an invitation to compete in the USAD online National Competition in April. A silver and three gold medals in Interview and two gold medals in Speech highlights Chardon’s long tradition of strength in the interpersonal events and shows just how well rounded CHS students are. In the Speech event, where competitors perform timed prepared and impromptu speeches in front of judges and a group of their peers, Senior Connor Mosher got a near perfect score of 995 out of 1,000! This was 25 points higher than anyone else at the competition and is the highest speech score ever posted by a Chardon student. Connor was asked to give his speech a second time during the awards ceremony in a packed auditorium as a "speech showcase" where of course, he brought down the house!

“It has been an honor and a privilege to coach the diverse groups of students who have made up the CHS Academic Decathlon teams over these past 14 years and I look forward to following their continued success in the future.” - Coach Al Herner.

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.

Join Chardon High School’s Drama Program and dive into a world of magic, music, and adventure with Disney's The Little Mermaid! Follow the journey of Ariel, a young mermaid princess, with dreams of life beyond the sea as she strikes a dangerous bargain with the sea witch, Ursula, for the chance to be part of our world.

This whimsical and heartwarming production features unforgettable songs, colorful costumes, and an exciting story that will captivate audiences of all ages.

Show Dates and Times:

March 14th, and 15th at 7:00 p.m.

March 16th at 2:00 PM

at Park Auditorium (111 Goodrich Ct.)

Show Ticket Sales

• Online Ticket Sales - begin Friday, February 28th

• In-Person Ticket Sales (in the Park Auditorium Lobby)
• Week of 3/3 - 3/7: Monday - Thursday 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
• Week of 3/10 - 3/14: Tuesday - Wednesday 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Ticket Prices

• Adults -- $15.00 (+ processing fee if purchased online)
• Students / Seniors -- $10.00 (+ processing fee if purchased online)

* In-person tickets are also available at the door beginning 30 minutes prior to each show.

New This Year - Seat Cushions

• Chardon Hilltopper Seat Cushions will be available for purchase before each show.
• Cost - $15
• Cash or Online Card Purchase accepted

CCP Night Presentation Updates

For any students in grades 7-12 interested in taking CCP courses for the 25-26 school year:

Registration Steps for First-time CCP Applicants

1. Attend/Watch the CCP Informational Session and complete the attendance form (QR code)
2. Complete CCP Intent to Participate Google Form by April 1, 2025
3. Apply online at lakelandcc.edu/apply (or college of your choice)
4. Complete the CCP Permission Slip and send/email to college
5. Request CHS transcript from Mrs. Giddings
6. Send ACT scores or schedule Accuplacer, if applicable
7. Check your personal email for your acceptance confirmation
8. Once accepted, complete CCP Online Orientation
9. Meet with college advisor (new CCP student only) to schedule classes
10. Meet with Office of Accessibility (if applicable) for students on 504 or IEP plans
11. Register for your CCP courses by May 1, 2025.

**All returning CCP students must also complete their Course Registration forms by May 1, 2025.

Class REMIND code

As spring approaches, many important reminders go out to students and parents that pertain to the end of the year and in preparation for the next year. We strongly encourage students to join their class's REMIND, but also encourage parents to join as well so that you don't miss any important updates. Please see the appropriate codes below:

Class of 2025 - via app (chs-25) / via text (@chs-25 to 81010)

Class of 2026 - via app (chs-26) / via text (@chs-26) to 81010

Class of 2027 - via app (chs-27) / via text (@chs-27 to 81010)

Class of 2028 - via app (chs-28) / via text (@chs-28 to 81010)

Class of 2029 - via app (chs-29) / via text (@chs-29 to 81010)

March 13, 14, 15, 16: Spring Musical

March 16: Meet the Toppers, Spring Sports

March 18: ACT Make-Up (Juniors Only), After Prom Meeting

March 24-March 28: SPRING BREAK

April 04: Club Photo Day

April 08: CHS/CMS Jazz Band Concert

April 15/16: ELA EOC/OST Testing (2 days)

April 23: Social Studies EOC/OST Testing

April 30: Math EOC/OST Testing

May 07: Science EOC/OST Testing