CHS March Newsletter

• February 20- Interim Q3
• March 1 - Spring Sports Begin
• March 20 - Schools Closed for Students: Teacher PD
• March 25- Monthly Food Distribution (door 4)
• March 27- Spring Pep Rally
• April 1- End of Quarter 3/Half Day - Start of Spring Break at end of day (through April 12)
• April 13 - School Reopens

Please follow us on instagram to stay up to date on school happenings and community events & resources: @chesapeakehs_bcps

Each quarter, each department picks one student to be the Bayhawk of the Quarter. This student is one that consistently puts in effort, shows up on time, and a possesses the skills at the core of the department. These students are leaders and exemplify what it means to be a SOARing Bayhawk.

S-Successful Scholars

O-Outstanding Citizen

A-Ambitious Achievers

R-Respectful & Responsible

Shout out to our Teacher Bayhawks of the Quarter for their continued dedication to the CHS Community. From commitment to their craft to going the extra mile to plan student experiences CHS is filled with the best!

Juniors - If you are looking for extra support in prep of our in school SAT Day on March 24th, Ms. Maki & Ms. Colona have you covered. They will be staying after school every Tuesday and Wednesday up to test day to go over strategies and problems to help you feel more prepared. Please reach out to Ms. Maki if you need a bus pass on any of the days you stay. Come once or attend all! Whatever works best for you.

All students that plan to play a spring sport must be registered in FOCUS and have their up to date physical on file and approved in order to participate. Please visit the Athletics portion of our website for more helpful tools for registration: https://chesapeakehs.bcps.org/athletics you can also email our Athletic Director Mr. Downey with Questions at sdowney2@bcps.org

Every Tuesday after school, Mr. Sarris is hosting Build it, Fix it Club. Students will learn to use tools and improve skills like soldering, measuring, carpentry and much more! All Students welcome. Please connect with him in Room 4 if you would like to attend (or need an activity bus pass). Currently they are building AM/FM radios and learning morse code! If you have ideas about new projects, let him know!

Right now we are only at 27% completion for the BCPS Climate survey. We use this survey to get important information about CHS and use the results to create new initiatives and guidance for the year ahead. Please take less than 2 mins to complete this for us! It is greatly appreciated!

Survey Link: https://edu.sogolytics.com/survey/form?k=RTsTUYQXsTVQsPsPsP&lang=0

We have increased the offering of the Activity Bus to accommodate more students. We now have 2 buses running every Tuesday and Wednesday. Students must connect with their club advisors by Monday of each week to request a bus pass so we can ensure everyone has a seat on the bus or a back up plan for transportation. Reach out to Ms. Miller at smiller18@bcps.org with any questions.

Academic Success is at the forefront of Chesapeake's mission this school year. We are continuing our Bi-Weekly Grade Checks where students take a pause to identify their current grades and plan for ways to improve. After School Help is available EVERY Tuesday for all students to get support and make up assignments. Teachers from English, Math, Social Studies, Science and Spanish are present each week. Use this link to RSVP a spot (and request a bus pass if needed) by the Monday before the session: https://forms.gle/TVk8JePbxnWwMaRd8

Mr. Patterson and the APPLied club are actively making strides to create the first Hydroponics system at CHS! Student intern, Andres, and Mr. Patterson recently met with Mr. Christopher Hack, our Area Supervisor for Food and Nutrition, and he has officially approved the use of both the Tower Garden systems and our custom “smart” hydroponics build to support CHS students as well as the wider community by growing produce. This project is collaborating technology with science and incorporating community partners like The National Aquarium Conservation team! We wait to see where it GROWS!

Local artist, Naomi O'Connell, @studio_omio on instagram, came to CHS on Feb 11th to share her journey with our intermediate art & mixed media students. Naomi, has had a huge part in the beautification of numerous areas in Essex and Towson and is collaborating with our Art Department to empower students to leave their mark on our school building. After her presentation, students worked in groups to create their own work of art using a quote and an inspiration piece. We are excited to have Naomi be a guiding voice in helping our students create and install some art pieces and murals and bring a bit of real world into the classroom.

Each month, we will showcase various piece of art our students are creating in their art classrooms. There are some extremely talented artists in these walls and their work deserves a larger platform!

Student's in Ms.Vanderbeek's Clay 2 classes are exploring slab construction. Students were challenged to create a lidded box and matching mug. The resulting works spanned everything from favorite foods to mythical creatures. Great work, Clay 2!

Our senior Career Research and Development students lead a group from Deep Creek Middle through the Junior Achievement Inspire experience.JA Inspire in-person events are multi-hour experiences where students interact with company representatives and participate in hands-on activities, often using equipment or tools used on the job to learn about career skills and opportunities. The also learn about budgeting and other financial literacy topics.

On 2/19, Ms. Shields and Ms. Wrightson’s class went on a CBI trip to Oregon Ridge where they were able to participate in the annual Holiday Dance. Students from other schools such as Franklin HS, Kenwood HS, Perry Hall HS and many more were able to come together, dance the day away with a DJ and build their social circles. A great time had by all!

This month we want to celebrate one of our community partner's, Potomac Pizza Middle River, for supporting our Bayhawks in more way than one! First, on February 11th, they came out after school and did a Pizza Making Class with our Cooking club! Not only did each student leave with their own ready to cook pizza but they each got a $15 gc and some delicious pizza to snack on. Then, on February 18th they donated pizzas to celebrate the achievements of our AVID 12 class for their work on the American Heart Challenge Campaign raising over $1400 for the American Heart Association. We are so grateful for partners that make these opportunities possible for our students.

Over the past couple years, CHS has really focused on increasing communication with families, providing opportunities for students to be engaged during the school day and after school as well as making sure we have an activity bus for them to get home safely. We have also increased visibility of students in our building and classrooms and are working hard to make each student feel seen and know that they are a part of the CHS Community.

Please fill out the annual BCPS Climate Survey is available now through Friday, March 6. The survey focuses on school climate and engagement and is for all stakeholders: students in Grades 3-12, parents/guardians, community members, and all staff. It takes three minutes or less to complete and is anonymous. Last year, we only had a small sample of parents respond and we would love to increase that this year. Thank you in advance for your support.

The transition to High School can be a tough one not just for kids, but parents too. Check out this article for some helpful tips Navigating High School as a parent of a teen. This month's focus:

Emotions in the Classroom: Learning with Anxiety, Anger & Being Overwhelmed

Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier has announced that Baltimore County, with assistance from the Maryland Department of Service and Civic Innovation through the CASH Campaign, will once again offer free tax preparation assistance to residents with household incomes of $69,000 or less. Services will be provided by IRS-trained and certified staff and volunteers at the Drumcastle Government Center in Towson as families prepare to file their taxes.

The CASH Campaign will also offer these services at the Baltimore County Public Library's Randallstown & Towson branches, as well as UMBC & Towson University.

Find more information here.

The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) WholeHome Grant created under section 3206 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, helps Maryland homeowners facing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It supports critical repairs in primary residences that could lead to displacement if not addressed. Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.​

Grant Amount

• Standard Grant: Up to $10,000
• Exceptions: Up to $15,000 may be made for extenuating circumstances on a case by case basis with documentation of need.

Examples of Eligible Repairs

• Non-functioning heating/cooling systems
• Water heaters
• Electrical and plumbing/septic repairs
• Roof repair/replacement
  
• Mold/mildew remediation
• Lead paint/Asbestos removal
• Structural and maintenance issues

For more information and a link to the application visit: https://dhcd.maryland.gov/Energy-Home-Repair/Pages/Homeowner-Grants/Critical-Home-Repairs-Grant.aspx

Grant is first come, first served so do not delay! Apply today!

Looking for affordable dental cleanings? Reach out to Jennifer Weber at the CCBC Dental Arts Clinic for affordable care with more flexibility for appointments.

BCPS is partnering with Backpack Health to offer free virtual caregiver wellness and mental health literacy workshops on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month from 6 - 7 p.m. These sessions are open to all BCPS families and provide valuable tools and strategies to support the wellbeing of both caregivers and children. You can sign up for as many as you'd like!

Here is a list of the planned topics:

• March 12th: Crisis Communication and Effective Listening
• March 26th: Grief and Loss
• April 9th: Identity Self Discovery and Emotional Resilience
• April 23rd: Rebuilding Bridges
• May 14th: Healthy Friendships and Boundaries
• May 28th: Mental Health Resources
• June 11th: Cyberbullying and Safety
• June 25th: Parent Support Networks

This initiative is made possible through the support of the Maryland Community Health Resources Commission and the Maryland Consortium on Coordinated Community Supports.

Ingredients

• ▢2 large chicken breasts
• ▢1 tablespoon olive oil
• ▢1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• ▢1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• ▢Kosher salt and ground pepper, to taste
• ▢1 cup buffalo sauce, low sugar
• ▢1 cup crumbled blue cheese
• ▢4 large whole wheat tortillas
• ▢Romaine lettuce leaves, as needed
• ▢2 large carrots, shredded
• ▢2 celery sticks, thinly sliced

Instructions

• Rub the 2 large chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil and seasonings. (1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and Kosher salt and ground pepper). Preheat a grill pan or an outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 7-9 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

• Allow the grilled chicken to cool, then chop it. In a mixing bowl, combine the grilled chopped chicken with 1 cup buffalo sauce and 1 cup crumbled blue cheese.

• Lay one tortilla of the 4 large whole wheat tortillas, on a clean chopping board and layer 2 Romaine lettuce leaves on top.

• Add a few spoonfuls of buffalo-chicken mixture.

• Top with 2 large carrots (shredded) and 2 celery sticks (sliced). Roll tightly and cut in half to serve. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling ingredients.

Notes

• Serving size is one whole tortilla wrap or two halves.
• Use any tortilla wrap of your choice. So many great and healthy options to choose from.
• Find some healthier buffalo sauces that are low in sugar. Or make your own at home, and it’s easy too. To learn how to make some at home, check out my How to make homemade buffalo sauce.
• Instead of romaine lettuce, you can use shredded cabbage or some other greens like spinach.
• If you do not like blue cheese, use crumbled feta cheese or even crumbled goat cheese

Check out www.supercook.com - You can enter the ingredients you have and they will provide recipe ideas for you.

1) When you open the Google browser on your BCPS device, two tabs will pop up automatically. The second tab is the Apps Dashboard (myapps.microsoft.com).

2) Click on the Apps Dashboard tab.

3) Find the Outlook tile in the list of apps.

4) Click the Outlook Tile. This will automatically open your BCPS email account.

5) Look for an email from AdmissionsatCCBCmd.edu.

6) Open the Direct Admit email and follow the instructions to get started with CCBC.

The counseling department is constantly updated scholarship opportunities for seniors in Schoology. Be vigilant in checking and apply for all scholarships you are eligible for! The more you apply, the better chance you have of getting something.

Be sure to check in with your local representative (Senators and Delegates) for their scholarships. To look up who they are, enter your address at: https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Members/District

Before you say yes to any school, make sure you know what kind of financial demand they are asking of you. Make an appointment with your counselor or visit them at lunches in the CCR Lab (Tuesday/Thursday) to look over your financial aid packages and compare with all options. May 1st is Decision day so you have time to gather the facts before deciding.

All classes collect dues each year to support yearly class events and to prepare for prom and senior year events. Each student is expected to pay $15 per year they attend CHS. This money is going directly to their class fund to reduce ticket costs to students. Payment links can be found below by class.

Class Advisors' emails:

Jillian Ganley - jganley@bcps.org

Sarah Miller - smiller18@bcps.org

Please reach out to advisors with any Class Specific Questions.

Class dues payment link - Class of 2026: https://osp.osmsinc.com/p/EI584-246

Class of 2026 Instagram: @chs.co2026

Next Class meeting is March 5th at 2:45pm combined with Class of 2027 for Prom Planning.

Order here!

Email dlalia@bcps.org with questions.

Seniors must also submit their height and weight for cap and gown ordering. In addition to your payment, please fill out this form for your order to be complete.

Cap & Gowns are given out at Graduation rehearsal in May.

Class Advisors' emails:

Shaun Downey - sdowney2@bcps.org

Lindsey Withrow - lwithrow@bcps.org

Class dues payment link - Class of '27: https://osp.osmsinc.com/p/EI584-245

Class of 2027 Instagram: @chs.co2027

Please reach out to advisors with any Class Specific Questions.

The junior class has partnered with Limoges, a premier jewelry company, to offer INCREDIBLY discounted class rings - and they're extending it to you as well! Use our code: Bayhawks2026 and have HUNDREDS taken off of your total bill - only $79.99 for any of the amazing options you'll see! Seniors are welcome to order as well!

https://www.limogesjewelry.com/collections/chesapeake-high-school-stem-academy

Class Advisors' emails:

Rachel Wilson - rwilson16@bcps.org

Courtney Rohde - crohde@bcps.org

Class dues payment link - Class of '28

Class of 2028 Instagram: @chs.co2028

Class Advisors' emails:

Becky Lynagh - rlynagh@bcps.org

Tara Funkhouser - tfunkhouser@bcps.org

Class dues payment link - Class of '29

Class of 2029 Instagram: @chs.co2029

• This cluster focuses on preparing dedicated professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue challenging and rewarding careers as they further their education. These programs require students to apply knowledge learned in science and mathematics to professions in the Health and Biosciences field. These careers are among the fastest growing and highest in demand in the country as the population ages and healthcare needs continue to increase. Some programs of study would be the academy of health professions and Project Lead the Way Biomedical Sciences. Careers in this pathway include physicians, research scientists, nurses, and other exciting careers.

  
  

  Guest Speakers coming to CHS this Month:

  • CCBC Medical Imaging – Debbi Lam (Friday, March 13th) This is a medical imaging program offered at the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC). The program trains students to become radiographers (X-ray technicians) and provides additional specialized training in areas like computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) through post-certification courses. Students create diagnostic images of the human body using various imaging technologies for medical diagnosis.
  • Medstar Franklin Square – Jenna Page (Thursday, March 19th) Medstar looks to serve their patients, those who care for them, and the communities which they are within. They look to be the trusted leader in caring for people and advancing health.
  • Towson Nursing – Mark Walker (Wednesday, March 25th) Towson University’s nursing programs prepare students to play key roles in delivering outstanding health care to individuals, families, groups and communities. Working independently and collaboratively, nurses have the ability to guide and influence the healthy behavior of others and improve the overall health of the nation.

All sign ups for Career Presentations are posted in the CHS Hub on Schoology.

Target Starbucks, Middle River, Maryland. Barista:

https://corporate.target.com/jobs/w24/37/starbucks-barista-t1970?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

Potomac Pizza Middle River, Cashier:

https://potomacpizza.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1558434

Yoga Mouth Studio - Yoga Mouth

If your student (anyone under 18) is trying to get a job, they will need a work permit. Once a student accepts a job offer, they must complete a work permit and enter their place of employment and personal contact information. They then print the form and take it to their place of work to keep on file.

Work permits are found online at: https://www.dllr.state.md.us/ChildWorkPermit/web/content/Home.aspx

The following agencies are approved partners for Baltimore County Public School's (BCPS) student service learning requirement. Agencies will be added to this list on an ongoing basis.

B&O Railroad Museum

Chesapeake Bay Association, Inc.

Deaf Shalom Zone, Inc.

Gallagher Services

Goucher Prison Education Partnership

I AM MENtality | Baltimore County Volunteers (baltimorecountymd.gov)

Lutheran Social Services of National Capital Area (LSSNCA)

Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland

St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore

The Boone Foundation, Inc.

There Goes My Hero

Winfield RAC

Yieldcamp, LTD | Baltimore County Volunteers (baltimorecountymd.gov)

If you volunteer anywhere, helping the community be sure to fill out the form below and turn it in to Mr. Lalia (dlalia@bcps.org). Summer is a GREAT time to get your hours knocked out!

CFG is in need of volunteers for these events. The volunteers will get in for free and get to enjoy the show. They would be handing out packets to anyone interested in sponsoring a child during intermission and after the show. This can also count towards community service hours if needed.

BRANDON LAKE:

Time: Saturday, March 21st · 4:30pm EDT

Location: CFG Bank Arena (201 West Baltimore Street Baltimore, MD 21201)

Task: Handing out packets for World Vision

Age Requirement: 18+ (14-17 w/ adult- 1 adult per 5 students)

HOW TO SIGN UP(FIRST COME FIRST SERVED):

Contact Aubrey at 931-981-9718 OR click the link below to register!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brandon-lake-world-vision-volunteers-baltimore-md-tickets-1980126990131?aff=aubrey

PHIL WICKHAM:

Time: Saturday, April 18th · 4:45pm EDT

Location: Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena (1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250)

Task: Handing out packets for World Vision

Age Requirement: 18+ (14-17 w/ adult- 1 adult per 5 students)

HOW TO SIGN UP (FIRST COME FIRST SERVED):

Contact Aubrey at 931-981-9718 OR click the link below to register!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/phil-wickham-world-vision-volunteers-baltimore-md-tickets-1980665172850?aff=aubrey

The online Baltimore County Volunteer Center connects people of all ages and abilities with local nonprofits and public agencies, to tap into the skills and talents of community members by engaging them in meaningful service. This initiative is sponsored by the Baltimore County Department of Aging and in partnership with Galaxy Digital.

Explore this free tool for volunteer opportunities—register as a volunteer or search for current opportunities according to your location or areas of interest. Nonprofit or government agencies are also invited to use this platform to advertise their volunteer opportunities.

Here is a list of the clubs that are happening at the 'peake this school year!

Honor Societies are programs that students are invited to participate in based on grades and performance in various subjects. Students can connect with advisors of each group for more info.

Visit the CHS Athletics Page for more information on registering.

Sports Schedules can be found outside of Downey's office and on the Digital Sports website: https://chsbayhawks.digitalsports.com/ and home games are shared on the in school monitors and the BNN show.

Tickets for sporting events in the stadium are $6 and must be purchased via Go Fan. Download the APP on your phone. No cash can be accepted at the gate for tickets. Any questions regarding athletics, eligibility or tickets can be directed to our Athletic Director, Shaun Downey at sdowney2@bcps.org

Event Safety Guidelines:

• No outside food or beverages may be brought into the facility.
• No re-entry once you leave the event.
• All spectators must pass through the metal detector system before entering.
• All fans must leave campus as the conclusion of the event.

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/yoc-ctxp-gix

A reminder from Nurse Albrecht that if you are ill, please stay home to minimize spreading illness to others. If your child is ill, please upload a note to FOCUS or send it in to the main office so their absence can be marked excused.

If your child misses a day of school the parent can now upload their note directly into FOCUS. Doctor's notes, personal notes, court summons, whatever proof you would normally send in with your child, can now be directly uploaded for verification. Follow the steps below to learn how

(Visual Steps are also provided below in a PDF).

1. Log into the Focus Parent Portal. Navigate to the Alerts section and click on the “Student’s name has X days with unexcused absences/tardies without a note or reason” link. Note: You can also locate your student’s attendance information by navigating to your student’s name on the left menu. Click the down arrow to expand additional menu options. Select Absences.

2.Scroll down the page. Locate the Date column to find the date you wish to submit the note. Locate the Excuse Note column, hoover over the No Files section, and select Scan, Upload, or Take Photo to upload the note for that day’s absence. Select the file to be added.

3.The file name/image will be displayed in the Excuse Note column if the attendance note has been uploaded successfully.

Join the ihop rewards club and enjoy free pancakes on March 3rd. Dine in only from 7am-8pm. Not valid with other promos.

Team BCPS community members are invited to participate in the Fire Museum of Maryland's annual Family Safety Day on Saturday, March 7, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Attendees can: Meet firefighters and learn about fire safety, Learn more about National Parks Service, Get to know BCPS Parent University, Engage in fun learning activities, Explore the museum's Discovery Room. The museum is located at 1301-R York Rd., Lutherville 21093. Free parking is available.

The Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps (Corps) Program helps open doors to green and climate careers across the Chesapeake Bay watershed by placing emerging professionals with nonprofit organizations and government agencies across the state of Maryland for a year of stipend-supported service. Corps Members gain real-world experience, professional and leadership training, mentorship, networking opportunities, and a strong support system of peers entering the environmental field together.

The program is open to emerging professionals ages 18-25 and offers a full-time, one-year service term with a $33,280 annual stipend. If placed in the Corps, Members must be available to serve in-person at their Host Organization in the state of Maryland for the duration of their service term. Corps Members residing within the state of Maryland who successfully complete the full term of service can also earn a $6,000 completion award. This year, the Trust anticipates placing about 80 Corps Members in roles focused on climate change, environmental restoration, education, forestry, sustainable agriculture, energy conservation, and community engagement. You can find a full list of opportunities here: https://cbtrust.org/chesapeake-climate-corps/apply/members/.

Deadline to Apply is March 6th!

• *Low-Income Services | Baltimore Co. | Community Assistance Network, In
• *Housing-Home Modifications
• *Homeless Shelters & Housing Programs | canconnects
• *Housing Stability | Baltimore County Government
• *Emergency Assistance - Maryland Department of Human Services

Bayside Psychological Services, LLC is a team of local providers, providing evidences based treatment through virtual services. Afternoon and morning appointments available. Accepting: Aetna, UHC, BCBS CareFirst, and Cigna.

Call or email today to set-up a free consultation:

443-616-3816

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Search our online, local resource directory for free or low-cost services to support your family, such as help with medical care, food, utilities, transportation and more.

Baltimore County has a new web tool displaying community partner food distribution sites across the County.

Developed by Baltimore County’s BCSTAT team, the Food Pantry Locator web tool includes detailed information about community food access locations. Residents should enter an address or select "Use my location" and adjust the distance slider to view food pantries near them; selecting a pantry's entry in the list will reveal contact information, hours of operation, and special instructions.

Please read through this article for more information about the program and other food assistance resources: Baltimore County Releases New Food Pantry Locator (baltimorecountymd.gov)

Below is a resource to various programs throughout Baltimore County. Health care, mental health, food resources, housing and utility, judicial and legal services and much more.

As a result of Baltimore County's participation in the CEP Program, which provides free breakfast and lunch to students, all families are eligible to receive a discount of $30 per month off your internet bill. Please visit GetInternet.Gov to apply and/or ask questions.

https://getinternet.gov/apply?ln=RW5nbGlzaA%3D%3D

Check out these BCPS approved providers:

GIFTS Psych

The Children's Guild

Thrive Behavioral Health

BMORE Counseling

Key Point Health Services - Dundalk

Changing Lives at Home, Mental Health, INC.

GIFTS, Children's Guild and Thrive all meet with students within the CHS building weekly. You can reach out to your student's counselor for help with a referral if you are interested.

Administration:

Principal, Mrs. Amy Tyler

Assistant Principal, Mrs. Holly Kern - Last Names A-F

Assistant Principal, Mr. Mike McWilliams - Last Names G-O

Assistant Principal, Mr. Logan Belinda - Last Names P-Z

Counselors:

Ms. Lindsey Withrow - Last Names A-D

Ms. Jillian Ganley - Last Names E-J

Mr. Thomas Geilfuss - Last Names K-Q

Ms. Michelle Bell - Last Names R-Z & Department Chair

Follow us on Instagram to keep up with all things CHS!

@bayhawkpepsquad & @chesapeakehs_bcps

Attendance: Regular school attendance has a direct impact on a student’s academic success. It is the key to high school graduation and college and career readiness. Research has proven that students who regularly attend school and are on time are more likely to read on grade level, less likely to drop out of school, and more likely to attend all classes that have been assigned to them. Our goal as a school this year is to have 93% attendance or higher!

If a student must be absent from school, the student must present an absence note to the Main Office within 3 days after returning to school. The note must include the student's name, grade level, date of absence, the reason for the absence and must be signed by a parent or guardian. If a student is absent for more than three consecutive days, a doctor/physician's note must also be presented. Notes can be directly uploaded into Focus by using the steps outlined in the Parent Guide below.

Early Dismissal: Requests for early dismissal should be brought to the Main Office before 7:45 AM. The notes must be signed by a parent/guardian with the time and date to be excused, a parent contact number, and the reason for the early dismissal. Unplanned early dismissals must be arranged by the nurse or the Main Office. Students must sign out in the Main Office before leaving school property. Anyone who signs the student out must have a valid ID and be on our list of those who have approval to pick up the student. Therefore, we must have correct contact information on file yearly.

Lateness: To maximize instructional time, it is important that students arrive on time to school. For a student to be counted as present for a full day, the student must be in attendance four hours or more of the school day. All students who arrive after 7:45 AM must sign in at the late check-in kiosk in the main lobby to pick up a late pass before being admitted to class. A signed note from a guardian explaining the reason for the lateness is required at the time of arrival in order for the lateness to be excused. More information on the Lateness procedure below.

All students are expected to be in their classrooms by 7:45am. All late students, arriving to school or class after 7:45 AM, are expected to scan in at the Attendance Kiosk. The Attendance Kiosk is in the main entrance vestibule and will be operated by one of our secretaries. Students must have access to their BCPS Student ID barcode to scan in at the kiosk. All student have access to their ID badge via their FOCUS App. Steps for how to access your ID Badge via the Team BCPS Focus App linked below.

Attendance Kiosk Procedure:

· After the 7:45 AM bell, students arriving late, and students still in the halls and not on time for class, will be expected to sign-in at the Attendance Kiosk.

· The Kiosk will scan the student’s ID and mark them as tardy in Focus.

· The Kiosk will provide a “Tardy Slip” that includes the students name, ID, teacher, and room number. The “Tardy Slip” will serve as the students pass to class.

The CHS website is a great resource for families. Informational Links about bus stops, the bell schedule, the handbook, monthly engagements calendars, and much more can all be found right on the main page of the website. There is also a tab for department contacts that have email contacts for all teachers and staff. As well as a translated resources page for Spanish speaking families.

Check out the Website today: https://chesapeakehs.bcps.org/

BCPS has purchased a new tool to help connect families and teachers more directly. Teachers can text the primary contact in focus and it will translate to the contact's native language, automatically. We hope this will help increase two way communication with all families and improve student achievement.

Download for Iphone App Store here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/families-talkingpoints/id1320244591

Per our Tech Liaisons, Ms. Diegel and Mr. Patterson, at this time, all students should have a device. Ninth-grade students received theirs on 8/27 and 8/28, and any students new to BCPS received devices on Thursday, 8/28.

For any technical issues with student devices, please use our Technology Consult Form:

🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/zn6YhnXf5Y

Submitting this form ensures the issue is properly tracked and addressed. Without a submitted request, we are not aware there's a problem.This process allows us to prioritize and resolve issues more efficiently.

Each Morning the televideo team creates a Live BNN show to share school wide. This show helps students stay informed with CHS & Community events! We post the show daily on Schoology through the CHS Hub Group but you can watch via The Peake Speaks Youtube Channel under the live tab.

Please complete this form to request a school locker. You are responsible for the locker you are assigned. Please do not share the combination with other students. Please do not leave perishable items in the locker.

To open your locker:
Turn the dial to the right 4 times and stop on the first number
Turn to the left, pass the 2nd number one time and stop on the 2nd number the second time
Turn the dial to the right and stop on the third number

If you are not already signed up for BCPS text notifications, now is the time to do so to be ready for the school year. Text "Y" or "Yes" to 67587. Click the image to see all the BCPS Social and communication options.

Schoology groups are created to share information outside of courses for specific groupings. AP Students, Graduation Cohorts, CHS Hub (School wide) , and various clubs all have different groups where they share info. To join groups once you have logged into Schoology, click Groups at the top, and then click the My Groups link on the top right corner, on the next page click join group on the right and enter the join code.

The CHS Hub is where all the School wide news, events, and information is posted. To join the CHS HUB on Schoology, use join code WMTMX-CXF6X.

Each Graduating Class also has their own group to discuss class events and class dues and fundraisers, The join codes for those are listed below in bold:

Seniors- Class of 2026: S4HF-SS5W-QF24W

Juniors- Class of 2027: MWBM-K6TF-HHGZ8

Sophomores- Class of 2028: KFN4-4HRS-BVF42

Freshman- Class of 2029: 62H4-MMMJ-CZ4FZ

Students were given handbook presentations on Wednesday September 3rd and all Freshman will had additional presentations in their Earth Systems classes on September 9th and 10th . All students have been asked to sign the handbook acknowledgement form electronically.

As a Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) school, meals are available to all students at no cost. An application does not need to be completed. Breakfast and Lunch well be provided each day.

Menus can be found at: https://bcps.nutrislice.com/menu/bcps-weekly-menus

All BCPS cafeteria's are cashless.If you would like to add money to a student account to purchase additional snacks, drinks and/or items from our vending machines after school please set up a School Bucks Account (information is below).