The Hawk Nest

NEWS from CHASKA HIGH SCHOOL

January 2017

Mark Your Calendar: Date Event

January 3rd School Resumes January 4th Parent Leadership Council, 4-5:30pm – Main Conference Room January 16th Martin Luther King Day – No School Students/Staff January 19-20 Semester Finals January 23rd No School Students/Workshop Day for Staff January 24th 1st Day of Semester 2

Looking Ahead: February 1st Parent Leadership Council, 4-5:30pm – Main Conference Room February 9th 2 Hour Late Start for Students February 9th Registration Night February 20th Presidents Day-No School Students/Staff

In this issue: (Hold ctrl and click on page number to go directly to that article)

Principal News:.............................................................................................................................................. 2

Principal message...................................................................................................................................... 2

Ending Semester 1 and Beginning Semester 2 ......................................................................................... 3

Semester 2 Schedule Changes .................................................................................................................. 3

Registration for 2017-18 School Year and Schedules ............................................................................... 4

Registration Resources ......................................................................................................................... 4

Tips for Selecting Courses for Next Year ............................................................................................... 4

Scheduling Information/Background .................................................................................................... 4

Schedule Changes Next Year ................................................................................................................. 5

Final Word ............................................................................................................................................. 5

PreACT Test for all 10th Graders is February 2nd ..................................................................................... 5

ACT Test for All Juniors Scheduled for Wednesday, April 19 .................................................................... 5

East Parking Lot (Green Door) – Please Drive Slowly and Carefully ......................................................... 5

Did you Know? .............................................................................................................................................. 6

You can Track Your Students Bus using MyStop ....................................................................................... 6

You can Now Get Text Messages from the District .................................................................................. 6

Wonder what Personalized Learning Looks Like?..................................................................................... 6

You can Get Weather Related School Closing Information Multiple Ways .............................................. 6

Notes from the Career Resource Center: ..................................................................................................... 6

COUNSELORS ............................................................................................................................................ 6

COLLEGE/CAREER RESOURCE CENTER ...................................................................................................... 7

IMPORTANT DATES ................................................................................................................................... 7

FINANCIAL AID .......................................................................................................................................... 7

LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM .............................................................................................................. 7

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION .............................................................................................................. 7

TRANSCRIPTS ............................................................................................................................................ 8

COLLEGE VISITS AT CHS ............................................................................................................................. 8

ACT/SAT .................................................................................................................................................... 8

2016 – 2017 ACT Test Dates ..................................................................................................................... 8

2016 – 2017 SAT Test Dates ...................................................................................................................... 8

Little Volumes of Information from the CHS Media Center: ........................................................................ 8

Notes from Senior Party: .............................................................................................................................. 9

Notes from Parent Education: .................................................................................................................... 10

You’re Invited to the 6th Annual Parent Education Night “United for Independence” .......................... 10

Event Details: ...................................................................................................................................... 10

Event Agenda ...................................................................................................................................... 10

Session Descriptions and Time Offerings ............................................................................................ 11

Notes from Parent Leadership Council: ...................................................................................................... 13

Meeting Information ............................................................................................................................... 13

Meeting schedule for 2016-17 ............................................................................................................ 13

Hawk Pride .................................................................................................................................................. 13

Speech Team Continues Great Season ................................................................................................... 13

Dowling Tournament Results .............................................................................................................. 13

Recognized by National Speech and Debate Association ................................................................... 13

Fall Musical Xanadu Honored ................................................................................................................. 13

Debate Team having Strong Debut Season ............................................................................................ 14

Winter Sports Teams Compete in Tournaments over Break .................................................................. 14

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Principal News:

Principal message Greetings from CHS! And Happy New Year! The first semester of the school year is quickly winding down. This is a very busy time of year for us. We are also in the beginning stages of planning for the next school year and our student testing season. There is a lot of important dates and information in this edition of the Hawk Nest. Some important dates: - Monday, January 16: Martin Luther King Day, NO SCHOOL - Thursday, January 19 and Friday, January 20: Semester 1 final tests - Friday, January 20: last day of Semester 1

- Monday, January 23: Workshop Day, NO SCHOOL - Tuesday, January 24: Semester 2 starts

Ending Semester 1 and Beginning Semester 2 Thirteen school days remain in semester one. Friday, January 20th is the last day of the semester. All classes have projects or tests at the end of the semester. Thursday and Friday of the last week are scheduled as 4-period days to allow end of semester work to be spread over two different days. Students are encouraged to complete any missing work as soon as possible and begin preparing to complete semester 1. Parents can check their student's progress on Parent Portal. This can sometimes help motivate students who may be struggling to achieve the grades they desire. Semester two begins Tuesday, January 24th. Monday, January 23rd is a grading day for staff and day off for students. Some classes at CHS are a year-long and will continue into the second semester. Some classes at CHS are one semester in length, so students may be starting some new classes on Tuesday.

Semester 2 Schedule Changes This time of the year also has students looking at their semester 2 schedule. Below is information about the process for students and families interested in making a schedule change. We believe this process will be fair for all students and allow for schedule changes as space in classes allow. This is when and where students can seek information and/or make a schedule change:

Counselors will be available at all lunches in the commons the week of January 17th – 20th. Schedule changes will be made after school on Tuesday, January 24th and Wednesday, January

25th in P130 from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Information and forms for making changes will be available in house offices and from counselors

at lunches the week of changes. Students can drop off schedule change requests in P130 or stop in to visit with a counselor.

Registration for 2017-18 School Year and Schedules TO: All Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and their parent(s)/guardian(s) RE: Registration for 2017-18 classes; Curriculum/Registration Night at CHS The following information is to assist students and parent(s)/guardian(s) in the registration process for 2017-18. Our hope is to provide you with accurate and timely information so that students can make wise decisions when selecting courses for next year. Please come to our seventh annual Curriculum/Registration Night on Thursday, February 9th to hear from Counselors and Teachers about courses and programs at Chaska High School. We look forward to seeing you then. Registration Timeline

Friday, January 27 - Tuesday, January 31- Students will receive a registration guide and registration materials.

Thursday, February 9: Meeting at CHS with counselors and teachers for parents(s) / guardian(s) in the Blue House Forum.

Beginning Friday, January 27– Tuesday, February 21: - Students will be allowed access on student or parent portal to enter course requests on their own time. Times will be determined and posted for computer labs available to students to register online before or after school hours.

CURRICULUM/REGISTRATION NIGHT FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS OF 9th, 10th and 11th STUDENTS THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9 @ 6:30 PM AT CHS – Blue House Forum 6:30 pm Counselor and teacher presentation on CHS registration

and post-high school planning – Blue House Forum

7:15 pm Question/answer session in the Commons PSEO Informational Night is Thursday, February 16 at 7:00pm

Registration Resources The course registration guide provides detailed information about each course, including length,

credits, and topics. Current and past teachers can provide suggestions about appropriate courses. Registration information is available at the high school website:

http://chs.district112.org/ Click on “Academics” then “Registration Information”. Contact a counselor at any time if you have questions about course selection

Tips for Selecting Courses for Next Year Review a transcript and understand current credit status toward graduation. Use graduation requirements table in the Registration Guide. Select the appropriate level of courses required for graduation and entrance into college if that is

your plan. Select other electives based on interest, ability, and post-high school preparation.

Scheduling Information/Background The high schools create a master schedule based on student requests. This means sections of courses in each semester and the teachers who teach those sections are determined by student requests. It is extremely important that students be as accurate as possible in making those requests and be committed to taking those classes. Courses will be cancelled if there are not enough students enrolled. Please understand that student registration requests help the school know student preferences and create a schedule. Students register for courses only. They are not able to request semesters, periods, or teachers. Scheduling software will attempt to manage parameters such as: keeping the same teacher in multi-semester courses, placing prerequisite courses first, and scheduling required courses before electives. In some cases, requests conflict with each other and a complete schedule cannot be created.

Schedule Changes Next Year Counselors do work with students to address scheduling issues. Schedule changes are limited to courses that have available spaces and priority is placed on certain issues. Among the highest priority issues are:

1. To fill an open period. 2. A 11th or 12th grade student registered for PSEO classes who need a schedule adjustment to

accommodate college classes. 3. Any students who have a scheduled course for which they have not completed a prerequisite. 4. Any students who have a scheduled course they have already completed. 5. Any student whose teacher has indicated that placement in a scheduled course is inappropriate. 6. Any senior needing a specific requirement for graduation or college admission.

We cannot stress enough the importance of students registering accurately for the classes they want to take.

Final Word Complete, accurate, and timely registration is extremely important. Chaska High School puts a tremendous amount of energy into offering courses that meet student needs, helping students register accurately, and creating a master schedule based on student requests. Student investment in making quality requests during registration is very important. Please feel welcome to contact Kathy Fontes, Assistant Principal at 952-556-7183 if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

PreACT Test for all 10th Graders is February 2nd The PreACT takes place on Thursday, February 2 from 8:10 am – 11:30 am. All 10th grade students will participate in the PreACT assessment. The PreACT provides a unique practice experience for taking the ACT test. PreACT results give students, parents, and educators valuable insights into students’ predicted performance on the ACT as they plan for a future that aligns with their interests. The PreACT also includes the ACT Interest Inventory to help students begin thinking about careers and college majors. Students should bring a number 2 pencil with an eraser and a calculator. In order to follow testing guidelines, students are not allowed to bring a cell phone into the testing room. If you have additional questions, please contact Garrett Silker at 952-556-7172 or silkerg@distirct112.org. To learn more about this assessment, visit the ACT website at http://www.act.org/preact

ACT Test for All Juniors Scheduled for Wednesday, April 19 This is the same ACT administered nationally on select Saturdays This is an official ACT score. It is college and scholarship reportable (except for very specific

accommodations) The writing component is included There is no cost to students. All juniors will be expected to participate even if they have taken the test previously Testing will begin at 8:10 and will last until approximately 1:00

Much more information to come as the test nears. Please contact your student’s counselor with questions.

East Parking Lot (Green Door) – Please Drive Slowly and Carefully Please drive slowly and cautiously in our East parking lot and honor the right of way for pedestrians. Please do not leave cars parked and unattended in the drop-off / fire lane. Our East parking lot at CHS is a very busy place. High School student drop off and pick up occurs in the morning and during the day. Family Learning Center parents are coming and going for early childhood classes and programs. Other reminders:

Please remember that it is illegal to pass a school bus with its red lights flashing on and its stop arm extended. This includes roadways as well as the CHS parking lot.

Busses use the west entrance throughout the day to transport students and your cooperation with them allows bus traffic to move freely and stay on schedule.

Parking is prohibited where there are signs indicating such and/or the curb is painted yellow

Did you Know?

You can Track Your Students Bus using MyStop Learn more and see how to sign up at http://tiny.cc/mystopFAQ.

You can Now Get Text Messages from the District You have to change your preferences in Campus Portal. Go to http://tiny.cc/text112 to learn how.

Wonder what Personalized Learning Looks Like? Learn more at wearepersonalizedlearning.org.

You can Get Weather Related School Closing Information Multiple Ways How do you know when school might be closed due to snow and ice? There are multiple ways to find out the status of the school day:

District 112 notifies families of school closures through the Infinite Campus Messenger Service. All parents will receive a phone call soon after the decision is made.

Enable Text Message from the District (see above)

District 112 contacts Channels 4, 5, 9, and 11 and WCCO-AM radio as early as possible when school is canceled for the day. (We call immediately after the decision is made, but we have no control over when the message airs.)

Check our website at www.district112.org. The notice should be on the front page.

E-mail from TV stations. At least one TV station, Channel 11, has an e-mail service that notifies you when the schools are closed. Check it out at www.kare11.com. Our school district is called “Eastern Carver County” at the website.

Here are other school closing reminders:

If our schools close early, there is no afternoon kindergarten and no after-school childcare.

If our schools start late, there is no morning kindergarten, no all-day kindergarten at ECC, and no before-school child care.

After-school activities and sporting events are generally canceled if school is not in session or if school closes early.

If bad weather develops in the afternoon, activities may be canceled. Principals will make an announcement to students if activities are canceled.

Decision affects bussing for all schools; public, private, and specialized service served by District 112.

The decision to close school is based on road conditions and the weather forecast. Our bottom line is student safety. Parents always have the prerogative to keep children home or to pick up children from school if your assessment of the weather situation differs from the school districts.

Notes from the Career Resource Center:

COUNSELORS Katie LoScalzo Grade 9 (last name A-Z) Red House ext. 7172

Garrett Silker Grade 10-12 (last name A-G) Red House ext. 7171

Cassie Klein Grade 10-12 (last name H-O) Blue House ext. 7121

Kayla Denner Grade 10-12 (last name P-Z) Blue House ext. 7122

COLLEGE/CAREER RESOURCE CENTER Tara Halvorson College/Career Resource Center Manager 556-1433

Follow the CRC on Twitter: @chaskahighcrc

IMPORTANT DATES January 24, 2017 – Local Scholarship Packet becomes available (For Seniors) February 16, 2017 – PSEO Night, 6:30pm, Chaska High School Auditorium March 2, 2017 – Local Scholarship Packet Due to the CRC March 2, 2017 – College Information Night March 14, 2017 – Spring College Fair at Chanhassen High School April 6, 2017 – Job and Education Fair (Chaska High School Commons)

FINANCIAL AID If you missed Financial Aid Night click here for the power point presentation and click here for the Helpful Financial Aid Websites handout . You can start working on the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form whenever you’re ready starting October 1, 2016 using your 2015 tax information. Remember to go online at www.fafsa.ed.gov and establish your FSA ID. As you complete the FAFSA, you can use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool that allows students and families to access IRS Tax return information. We urge you to contact the financial aid office at the college of your choice to get answers to questions about the FAFSA, or qualifying for financial aid. Great, informative website: www.StudentAid.gov Please note: all male students 18-25 years old MUST register with the Selective Service, www.sss.gov, to be eligible for federal financial aid.

LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM On January 24, 2017, we will open up the local scholarship application process by making applications available on the CRC website. Students will be invited to read through the information to see if they will need additional forms, essays, applications, etc. All local scholarship program applications are due to the CRC by 3:30pm, Thursday, March 2, 2017, no exceptions.

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION If a college application or scholarship application requires letters of recommendation - and many do not require any at all - most often they are looking for one from a recent core academic teacher (English, science, math, social studies) and/or your counselor. If you do need a letter of recommendation, please make sure to give the writer plenty of time to create the letter and to get it to its destination before the deadline. Many CHS teachers or counselors will ask you to turn in the "SENIOR RECOMMENDATION REQUEST & INFORMATION FORM” which gives them a better idea of who you are outside the classroom. A copy of the form can be found here: https://goo.gl/QMb3F0 This form can also be a good resume template for all students - a good way to keep track of activities, jobs, interests, etc. Although a teacher may return a letter of recommendation to you, typically the letter is submitted without the student seeing it first. Here is a good recommendation letter checklist:

Fill the form out once and make copies if you need to give it to more than one recommender

Give the teacher/counselor at least two weeks’ notice

Fill out and give teacher/counselor completed senior recommendation form

Arrange a pick-up or mail by date

Provide an addressed, stamped envelope if needed

Send a Thank you note to teacher/counselor

TRANSCRIPTS Transcripts can be requested two different ways:

• www.parchment.com (you will need to set up an account and pay $5.00 per transcript requested).

• Fill out a “Transcript Request Form” and return it to Cynthia Roper in the Purple House Office. (you will need to pay $5.00 per transcript requested).

COLLEGE VISITS AT CHS College Admissions Representatives from a variety of colleges and universities visit the CRC each week. They are available to meet with students to share application, academic program, housing, campus life and financial aid information with prospective students. Students can sign up for the visits and get a pass in the CRC. For up to date college visits and career events visit the Chaska High School calendar at: http://chs.district112.org/ College visits will be listed each day under “Daily College Visits” or click this link to an alphabetical list https://goo.gl/WsrMGe Follow the CRC on Twitter @ChaskaHighCRC for daily college visit reminders.

ACT/SAT Act and SAT tests are offered throughout the year. Students can log on to ACT’s web site, www.actstudent.org to register for their ACT test. To register online for the SAT test students should go to www.collegeboard.com. Students must upload a photo when registering for the ACT or SAT. Students are required to bring their admission ticket and photo id on the test day. No ticket, no photo id, no admission! As a general rule, we recommend that juniors start taking their ACT’s in the 2nd half of their junior year. However, some students are ready before that time and are certainly welcome to test earlier. One guideline is to wait until the student has either completed or has taken at least one semester of algebra 2. Student may take the tests as often as they choose. Official ACT and SAT scores can also be requested to be sent to a student’s college(s) of choice through both of these websites.

2016 – 2017 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required)

February 11, 2017 January 13, 2017 January 14–20, 2017

April 8, 2017 March 3, 2017 March 4–17, 2017

June 10, 2017 May 5, 2017 May 6–19, 2017

*ACT Information – free practice tests and a study course are available at: www.mncis.intocareers.org, user name: chaska, password: hawks and create your “My CIS” folder if you did not do that earlier, then hover over “My Profile” to access practice tests. Other options: www.studyguidezone.com; www.number2.com; www.actstudent.org. District 112 Community Education is offering an ACT Prep Class before the October ACT. Register at www.ce4all.org. Class will be repeated before the December, April, and June tests. **MNCIS has free practice for PSAT, AP tests, SAT, SAT Subject Tests, ASVAB, etc., as well!!**

2016 – 2017 SAT Test Dates Test Date Tests Offered Regular Registration

Closes Late Registration Closes

Jan. 21, 2017 SAT and Subject Tests Dec. 21 Jan. 10

March 11, 2017 SAT only Feb. 10 Feb. 28

May 6, 2017 SAT and Subject Tests April 7 April 25

June 3, 2017 SAT and Subject Tests May 9 May 24

Little Volumes of Information from the CHS Media Center: By Lisa Gearman, Media Specialist

Happy New Year! There is a fresh new year laid out before us, a great time to begin with a clean slate. We are nearing the end of the 1st semester already, and now is a great time for students to check on their library accounts through the student portal to see what library materials they have checked out and when they are due. We are happy to renew books once or even twice if they are not needed for our reservation list.

It was a great honor to host our own CHS alumni authors, Sean Bloomfield and Colton Witte, for an author visit before the Holidays. The first-time authors gave an outstanding presentation, time for questions and answers, and signed their books for the audience. The authors were inspired by a book they read in middle school, planned their own adventure as high schoolers, wrote a book and created their own publishing company to chronicle the entire experience.

We have big plans for the upcoming “I Love to Read” Month in February. We will host a fundraiser during February through Titlewish, an online fundraiser where 100% of all donations go directly to purchasing new, great books for our Media Center. Information about how to participate in this fundraiser will be forthcoming. Hawk’s Nest Book Club news: We just finished reading The Game of Love and Death by Martha Brockenbrough and we are currently reading All the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven, the top picks by club members. All students are invited to attend our monthly meetings on the third Tuesday of each month in the Media Center from 7:15 – 7:45 AM. Please see our CHS Media Center web page for news about our book club: http://chs.district112.org/support/media-center/ Stay tuned for news about our plans for Teen Tech Week in March! Please visit the CHS Media Center web page for further information about our online databases, activities, mobile apps, tools for students, or follow us on Twitter @CHSMedia! Thank you for your support of our media program!

Notes from Senior Party: Attention Parents and Guardians! The Senior Party Committee is hard at work planning the big celebration for the Class of 2017 that will take place after graduation the evening of June 9th. Your student will not want to miss this party! Ticket are ON SALE NOW! The parent and community team have some amazing games, surprises, and prizes galore in store to make this party all about our Seniors! Tickets are $75. The website to register is below: http://tinyurl.com/ChaskaSeniors2017 We are still in need of volunteers to make this party run as smooth as possible. All grade parents are welcome to help. Our next meeting is Sunday, January 8th, at 6:30 p.m. in the teacher's lounge of the H.S. NO RSVP needed. Please email me, Kristi Riddle, at kristi4life@comcast.net if you have any questions or would like to volunteer.

Notes from Parent Education:

You’re Invited to the 6th Annual Parent Education Night “United for Independence”

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Time: 5:30-7:35pm

Location: Chaska High School – 545 Pioneer Trail All participants will need to park in the Main Entrance Parking Lot

Who is Invited: Parents and Guardians of students receiving Special Education Services in Eastern Carver County Schools and Students receiving Special Education Services in grades 6 through STAR and Siblings of students receiving Special Education Services in Eastern Carver County Schools

RSVP https://goo.gl/forms/zCclWOW7hO3ey84T2

Event Agenda

Parents

5:30-5:45pm Register by clicking on this link: https://goo.gl/forms/zCclWOW7hO3ey84T2 Resource Fair – a variety of guests and resources available to share information, answer questions and connect with local community resources such as Carver County Social Services, recreation resources, post high school resources and more! Child Care – Available from 5:30-7:35pm for young children through elementary age. RSVP REQUIRED - https://goo.gl/forms/zCclWOW7hO3ey84T2

5:45-7:35pm Session #1 – 5:45-6:15pm Session #2 – 6:25-6:55pm Session #3 – 7:05-7:35pm See section below for session descriptions and times offered

Sibling Fun and Networking

5:45pm-7:35pm Sibling Social Fun and networking will be held for the siblings of children who have a disability ages 6-14. Groups will be broken into 2 or 3 age groups depending on registration numbers and ages of participants. Sessions will include hands on activities, discussion and networking, and social fun. RSVP REQUIRED: https://goo.gl/forms/zCclWOW7hO3ey84T2

Students Grades 6 through Star

5:45-7:35pm Supervised transition activities including; hands on work projects, video and discussion of student work experiences, career resource center, student interest inventory, discussion and networking, social activities and more! Register here: https://goo.gl/forms/zCclWOW7hO3ey84T2

Session Descriptions and Time Offerings

Session

Description Times Offered

5:45 to 6:15pm

6:25 to 6:55pm

7:05 to 7:35pm

Elementary Panel Discussion

Red House Room #R150

Parents will have an opportunity to get their specific level questions answered about their child transitioning to an elementary school, and how to support their child’s success at school.

X X

Middle School Panel Discussion

Red House Room #R152

Parents will have an opportunity to get their specific level questions answered about their child transitioning to a middle school, and how to support their child’s success at school.

X X

High School Panel Discussion Red House Room #R154

Parents will have an opportunity to get their specific level questions answered about their child transitioning to the high school, and how to support their child’s success at school.

X

X

STAR Panel Presentation

Red House Room #R155

This panel will present information for parents to gain a better understanding of the STAR program.

X

STAR Question and Answer Session

Red House Room #R155

This will be an opportunity for parents to ask specific information about STAR.

X

Post-Secondary Panel Discussion and Questions Session Red House Room #R120

This panel will discuss post-secondary options and parents will have the opportunity to get their questions answered in Session #2.

X X

Education Topic #1: Executive Functioning-Strategies that work! Facilitated by: Katie Firman, District Behavior Specialist and Aimee Barham, District Special Education Teacher

This session will examine what executive functioning is and will give specific strategies parents can use to enhance academic skills, organizational skills, long term planning, independent work skills, and emotional/ behavioral regulation in their child.

X X

Red House Room #R250

Education Topic #2: Secondary Transition Focus Facilitated by: Red House Room #R252

This session will focus on resources available to help students in the transition process. Transition planning is critical in preparing students to transition from the next phase of young adulthood and prepare teens for college and/or career, and for independent living.

X

Education Topic #3: Promoting Emotional Health and Well Being Facilitated by: Ellen Grossman, Supervisor of Specialized Education Services and Tara Cliff, Supervisor of Health Services Red House Room #R254

Education extends beyond the classroom as we strive to support the overall emotional health and well-being of our children. In this session, participants will reflect upon key elements of healthy routines to set your child up for success. Participants will also explore strategies to support children and adolescents in understanding and valuing emotions, including ways to support emotional resilience and build upon strengths.

X

X

Education Topic #4: Personalized Learning for My Child on an Individual Education Plan Facilitated by: Lynne Patterson, Special Education Professional Development Coordinator Red House Room #R251

This session will discuss how personalized learning increases student engagement, encourages growth mindset, and builds decision-making and self-advocacy skills for students with an individual education plan (IEP) and how parents can partner with educators to optimize these opportunities.

X

Education Topic #5 Modifications and Adaptation in my Child’s Generalized Education Classroom Facilitated by: Ben Hullerus, Special Education Coordinator Red House Room #R251

This session will provide discussion and ideas in how to serve students who receive modifications and accommodations. We will review what they are, what to look for, and how they translate to the general education classroom (i.e. reduced assignments, extended time, tests read aloud). This will assist in more purposeful instruction at school for your learners.

X

Sibling Social Fun and Networking Red House Room #R253 and #R255

Sibling Social Fun and networking will be held for the siblings of children who have a disability ages 6-14. Groups will be broken into 2 or 3 age groups depending on registration numbers and ages of participants. Sessions will include hands on activities, discussion and networking, and social fun.

X X X

Student Career and Work Experience Activities Career Resource Center Red House Room #R151 and #R153

Supervised transition activities including; hands on work projects, video and discussion of student work experiences, career resource center, student interest inventory, discussion and networking, social activities and more!

X X X

Resource Fair Media Center 5:30pm until 7:10 pm

A variety of guests and resources available to share information, answer questions, and connect with local community resources such as Carver County Social Services, recreation resources, post high school resources and more!

X X Leave at 7:10

Notes from Parent Leadership Council:

Meeting Information The Parent Leadership Council consists of parents whose goal is to promote student learning and success at Chaska High School. We meet the first Wednesday of the month, from 4:00pm to 5:30pm in the Main Office Conference Room, with Principal Jim Bach and our School Board Representative Fred Berg. This is a great way to be involved and engaged in the leadership of Chaska High School! PLC supports CHS teachers throughout the year with meals on conference nights and special events such as the Thanksgiving Extravaganza and Staff Appreciation Week. We also beautify the school grounds twice a year as well as support the Career Resource Center when needed. For more information contact: Tracy Leggett, tracyaleggett@comcast.net Jill Anderson, jill_anderson1@yahoo.com

Meeting schedule for 2016-17 Wednesday, January 4 Wednesday, February 1 Wednesday, March 1 Wednesday, April 5 Wednesday, May 3

Hawk Pride

Speech Team Continues Great Season

Dowling Tournament Results

Liam Jeffery - semifinalist in Drama

Patrick Quinn - semifinalist in Drama

Anna Rekow - 6th place in Acting with a self-written script

Patrick Quinn - 1st place Poetry

Recognized by National Speech and Debate Association The Chaska Speech team has earned membership in the National Speech and Debate Association’s prestigious 100 Club. This places them among the top 23% of schools in the nation. According to J. Scott Wunn, Executive Director, “This milestone is remarkable because it demonstrates outstanding commitment to teaching students essential life skills-including communication, research, listening, writing, and organization.”

Fall Musical Xanadu Honored Each year Spotlight Education, a program of Hennepin Theatre Trust, honors high school musicals and students for their achievements. Congratulations to the entire cast and crew on receiving the following Spotlight Awards:

Outstanding Achievement in Musical Theatre

Outstanding Overall Production

Outstanding Overall Performance

Honorable Mention Vocal Performance by an Ensemble

Honorable Mention Movement/Dance Performance by an Ensemble

Outstanding A/V Board Operators

Outstanding Student Orchestra

Outstanding Acting Performance by an Ensemble

Outstanding Costume Crew

Outstanding Overall Technical Team Congratulations to the following who received Individual Awards: Outstanding Performance in a Leading Role

Molly Peterson as Melpomenie

Sydney Gramstad as Kira/Clio

Britta Cowan as Calliope Honorable Mention for Performance in a Leading Role

Nelson Morlock as Sonny Technical Leadership Nomination

Olivia Pedersen

Emily Anderson

Max Fulkerson Evaluator Shout Out

Sam Fisher

Debate Team having Strong Debut Season Austin Wu advanced to Octofinals in the Eagan Tournament earning him 10th place overall in the tournament!

Winter Sports Teams Compete in Tournaments over Break Boys Hockey takes 2nd in the Schwan’s Cup Open Division

Girls Basketball Wins Consolation at the Rochester Classic

Contact Us:

Chaska High School Jim Bach, Principal Kathy Fontes, Asst Principal Jim Swearingen, Asst Principal/Activities Jon Summer, Asst Principal/Athletics

545 Pioneer Trail Chaska, MN 55318 (952)556-7100 Phone (952)556-7109 Fax CHS.District112.org

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