ON THE HILL

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

Asst. Principal - Mrs. Heather Rundo(Fresh-Juniors M-Z) EMAIL

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

Athletic Director - Mr. Doug Higham EMAIL

ATTENDANCE LINE: 440.285.4052

Website: www.chardonschools.org

Address: 151 Chardon Avenue

Main Office Phone Number: 440.285.4057

CHS Community,

"We made it! For the first time in what feels like forever, we actually completed a full, five-day week of school. I know the consistency was a shock to the system for students and staff alike (and probably for you, too!), but it was great to get back into a rhythm. Now that we’ve remembered what a full week feels like, it’s time to look ahead.

I know it is difficult to think about next year already, but your student will be selecting courses very soon. As you discuss options at home, here is a quick guide on who to contact for help:

• Ask the Content Teacher: For specific questions about course levels (e.g., 'Should I take Honors or Regular?') or curriculum difficulty.

• Ask the School Counselor: For big-picture questions about college pathways, career interests, and checking graduation requirements.

IMPORTANT COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS (CCP) PRESENTATION:

For anyone interested in taking college credit courses either on campus at CHS, on a college campus (ex. Lakeland, Kent, Lake Erie) or online through a college, please plan on attending our information meeting on Thursday, February 12th at 6:00 pm in the CMS LGIR. This meeting is especially important for any student interested in taking college credit courses (CCP) for the first time. Both student and parent should plan on attending if possible.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Our final conference night of the year is February 12. If your student has not made satisfactory progress in a course, please prioritize scheduling a conference with their teacher for that evening. The link to conference sign up is posted below.

Stay warm,

Mr. Tomco

Student Council will be selling carnations for $1 each during all lunch periods from February 4 through February 11. Carnations purchased will be delivered on February 12 during 3rd period. This is a great opportunity to send a thoughtful message to friends or classmates—don’t miss out!

Our next meeting is Tuesday, February 10 at 7:00 pm in the CHS Media Center. Please join us to learn more about the many ways to get involved with our organization to benefit CHS students and staff! Our main topic of discussion will be the Junior/Senior After Prom event. Hope to see you there!

Get ready to bend and snap in style! Legally Blonde: The Musical t-shirts are officially on sale, and they’re so much better than last season’s fashion.

If you’re part of the cast or crew, supporting someone in the show, love the theatre, or love the color pink, we invite you to click this link to buy your t-shirt!

For any questions, please contact Mrs. Downs at melissa.downs@chardonschools.org.

T-Shirt Sale Information:

Start: Friday, 1/23/2026 at 7:00 a.m.

End: Friday, 2/06/2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Short Sleeve Price: $10.50 + processing fee

Long Sleeve Price: $15.00 + processing fee

COMING SOON: Show Ticket Sales

Show dates and times:

February 26th-28th at 7:00 PM

March 1st at 2:00 PM

at Park Auditorium

**Ticket sales will begin Friday, February 13, 2026**

Remaining Ski Opportunities at Peek’ N Peak:

*TRIP 5: Saturday, February 21, 2026

Ski Opportunity at Holiday Valley:

* Saturday, March 7, 2026

Just like last year, participation in this club allows for very flexible options ... students can sign up for all five trips or just one trip. No experience is necessary to participate. In fact, new for this season will be an all-inclusive option with weekly lessons for the student looking to learn to ski/snowboard. These trips are open to all students at the high school (grades 8-12). Pricing and registration forms have been updated and can be found by clicking the link above (SKI CLUB REGISTRATION FORMS). If you have any questions, please email Alison Fisher at alison.fisher@chardonschools.org or contact her at 285-4057 (x 1718).

26-27 SCHEDULING PRESENTATIONS

School Counselors will be giving grade level scheduling presentations next week. Please be aware of the following scheduling timelines:

• Feb 11th: Grade Level Scheduling Presentations
• Feb 12th: College Credit Plus (CCP) Presentation
• Feb 17th: Student course selection access opens in Infinite Campus
• Feb 27th: Student course selection access closes in Infinite Campus

Course lists will be sent home with students following the February 11th scheduling presentations. Please review and discuss with your child course selection for the 26-27 school year.

Teachers will make course recommendations for the upcoming school year and conference with students. These conferences are a valuable opportunity for students to discuss their academic goals and explore potential options. If a student disagrees with a teacher's recommendation after a discussion, they should complete a Course Recommendation Override form, which must be signed by both the teacher and a parent/guardian and turned in to their School Counselor.

Mrs. Heather Patterson: Class of 2027

Mrs. Karin Hillman: Class of 2028

Mr. Timothy Hurlbut: Class of 2029

Mrs. Dawn Tupaz: Class of 2030/2031

We encourage students and parents to actively participate in the scheduling process and take advantage of the resources available to them, including teacher and counselor input.

AUBURN

Auburn applications are now available for students to complete. All Auburn applications should be submitted no later than Tuesday, February 10th in order to have the best chance at being placed in their 1st choice program. All students have an equal opportunity of program placement as long as they apply by this date. Applications can be found on Auburn's website HERE. Please note - Auburn has recently moved their website so the link in previous On the Hill communications no longer works.

EXPERIENCE LAKELAND DAY

This is a reminder that Lakeland Community College will be hosting Experience Lakeland Day on Friday, February 27, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. We invite students and their families to join us for an engaging morning focused on college exploration, program information, and opportunities to connect with Lakeland faculty and staff.

Additional event details and registration information are included in the attached flyer. We encourage you to remind students to pre-register to reserve their spot and make the most of this opportunity. Pre-registration helps streamline check-in and provides priority consideration for scholarship review.

In addition to displaying the attached flyer, we would appreciate your help sharing this information through daily announcements, parent newsletters, and social media.

Students are encouraged to “Create Your Own Lakeland Experience Day” by selecting the options that best meet their interests:

9:00 - noon | Information Fair

9:00 - noon | Admissions and Application Station

9:15 - 9:40 a.m. | Aquarium (Coral Reef) or Greenhouse Tour

9:45 - 10:15 a.m. | Overview of Lakeland Session (30 Min.)

10:15 - 10:45 a.m. | How to Pay for College Session (30 Min.)

11:00 a.m. - noon | Program-Based Breakout Sessions and/or Department Tours

If you have questions regarding Experience Lakeland Day, please contact Leslie Mohr, Senior Admissions Coordinator, at lmohr@lakelandcc.edu or at 440.525.7422.

We are excited to share an outstanding opportunity for students this February and March through Workforce Ready: Welding & Manufacturing at Auburn Career Center (ACC). These courses are completely FREE for students, who also receive priority access to enrollment. This is a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience, earn graduation points, and explore high-demand career pathways at no cost to families.

Workforce Ready: Welding (MIG/GMAW)

ACC will offer two sessions of Workforce Ready: Welding, focused on GMAW (MIG) welding—one of the most widely used welding processes in modern manufacturing, construction, and fabrication industries. Students will receive hands-on instruction using professional-grade equipment while learning industry-aligned skills.

Session Dates & Times:

• Session #1: February 23 – March 12
  (Monday–Thursday, 3:00–5:00 PM)

• Session #2: March 9 – March 26
  (Monday–Thursday, 3:00–5:00 PM)

Click the button below for more information.

We are excited to announce that the application for the Leadership Geauga Youth Institute Class of 2026 is now open.

Leadership Geauga County’s Youth Institute is a two-week summer program, running June 15–25, 2026, for rising high school juniors and seniors. The program is designed to help students develop leadership skills, explore career opportunities, and connect with community leaders.

Meeting on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, participants will:

• Discover and build on their personal strengths
• Engage in career exploration and behind-the-scenes tours across local businesses and organizations
• Participate in a one-day mentorship experience, shadowing a professional in a field of their choice

This immersive experience helps young leaders grow, connect with community leaders, and gain valuable insight into their future paths.

February 10: After Prom Meeting

February 12: Parent/Teacher Conference Night, CCP Informational Night 6:00 PM - CMS - LGIR

February 13: No School for Students, Teacher PD Day

February 16: No School

March 05: National Honors Society Induction Ceremony

March 06: End of the 3rd Quarter

March 12: ACT/PSAT Testing

March 30: Spring Break