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Parent Newsletter, December 2007 CHAMP members invite you to the next CHAMP/Parent Advisory meeting on Monday, January 14 (changed from January 7 to allow Buckeye fans to watch the game). We will meet in the high school media center at 7:00 p.m. The guest speaker will be Aaron D. Kuhn, M.S., L.P.C., L.I.C.D.C. He is completing his doctorate degree in Psychology and is currently in practice with Dr. Crystal Oswalt, specializing in psychotherapy. Kuhn’s topic “The Psychological Impact of Technology on Young People Today” is important to all parents of teenagers. He will discuss:
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the impact of technology (text messaging, cell phone calls,
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cyberbullying, which is on the rise and recently contributed to the suicide
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the effect that posting inappropriate
information and photos online · guidelines parents can establish for safe, healthy use of technology In addition, Guidance counselors Lynne Carmean and Wendy Gabes will talk to parents about registration and scheduling for the 2008-2009 school year. Principal Jason Luebke will give an update about programs and activities at the high school.
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At the November CHAMP meeting, Marcia Helentjaris and Kelly Jay discussed the benefits of job-shadowing. New resource materials are available in the media center to help students explore career opportunities and college majors. Ms. Helentjaris is compiling packets of information about job-shadowing that will be available for students and parents in the near future. In addition, Celina Rotary Club is planning a day next semester for juniors to explore a variety of career choices with local professionals. If your student would like to set up a job-shadowing experience, please contact the Guidance department.
CHAMP plans to offer an ACT instruction seminar in February to help students prepare for the test. Last year, the Lima Sylvan Learning Center met with students for two hours one evening in February at the high school to review strategies and test-taking tips. In addition, Sylvan offers individual and small group instruction at the Lima office and intends to provide an ACT prep class again this spring at the Auglaize-Mercer Counties YMCA prior to the April test. For information about Sylvan’s test prep programs, call Pam Fried, Center Director, at 419-331-7323.
To receive announcements and important notices from the high school, sign up to be a part of the Electronic Community by e-mailing your request to Kevin Mast at Kevin.Mast@celinaschools.org.
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Parent Newsletter, August 2007 Feeling overwhelmed or confused by the college or vocational school search and application process? Wondering how to pay for your post-secondary education? WaWant to know what admission counselors are really looking for in student applicants? *********************************** Join us on Monday, Sept. 10 at 7:00 p.m. in the high school media center for the first CHAMP meeting of the school year. Our guest speakers will be Dr. Stephen Motika, Director of Student Services at WSU-LC and Corrie Wright, M.A., Academic Advisor/Academic Counseling and Career Services at IU-PU Ft. Wayne. These dynamic college professionals will answer your questions and provide valuable information about the college and vocational school search and application process. Students and parents are urged to take advantage of this opportunity to get the inside scoop! In addition, we will hear CHS Guidance counselors Lynne Carmean and Wendy Gabes talk about college entrance testing (PLAN, PSAT, ACT, SAT), which affects students in grades 10-12. They will also discuss what seniors should be doing now to prepare for college and vocational school application. Take advantage of this chance to benefit from their expertise and get your questions answered. During the Parent Advisory you will meet the new CHS principal, Mr. Jason Luebke. He will share his vision for our high school and talk about a variety of topics that affect our students. At the end of the evening, CHAMP will conduct a brief business meeting. We value your ideas and input on how CHAMP can best serve the school community.
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August 30 - CHS Open House, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Sept. 5 – picture day at CHS Sept. 10 – Principal’s Parent Advisory/CHAMP meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the CHS media center Sept. 15 – ACT offered in Indiana. The registration deadline is August 16, 2007 Sept. 17 – Coldwater High School College Fair, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. in the auditeria Sept. 19 – St. Marys High School College Night, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. in the gym
Oct. 6 – SAT. Check SAT registration book for registration deadline and test sites Oct. 6 – Homecoming dance at CHS, 8:00 – 11:00 p.m. Oct. 17 – PSAT offered at CHS to juniors. Check with Guidance for registration information and deadline Oct. 22 – 26 – OGT for junior and seniors who need to re-take it Oct. 26 – end of first 9 weeks grading period Oct. 27 – ACT offered at CHS. The registration deadline is September 21, 2007
Nov. 3 – SAT. Check SAT registration book for registration deadline and test sites Nov. 5 – Principal’s Parent Advisory/CHAMP meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the CHS media center Nov. 6 – PLAN test for sophomores. Guidance will mail home information about the PLAN test Nov. 13 – Parent/Teacher conferences at CHS, 3:45 – 7:30 p.m.
Dec. 1 – SAT. Check SAT registration book for registration deadline and test sites Dec. 4 – Financial Aid meeting for senior parents at 6:30 Dec. 8 – ACT offered at CHS. The registration deadline is Nov. 2, 2007
Jan. 7 – Principal’s Parent Advisory/CHAMP meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the CHS media center Jan. 10 & 11 – Semester exams at CHS Jan. 11 – End of first semester
For information about the CHAMP volunteer parent organization, visit www.celinaschools.org/champ1.htm SCHOOL MAPS AND DIRECTIONS TO EVERY CMS & CHS TEAM COMPETITION are available at the CHAMP Web site on the SCHOOL MAPS link. Sign up to be a part of Celina High School’s Electronic Community. This free service provides parents with daily announcements, weekly agendas and other important information. Simply fill out the application form available at www.celinaschools.org/electroniccommunitychs.htm or email your request to Kevin Mast at Kevin.Mast@celinaschools.org. Students can check out the ACT and SAT prep materials CHAMP provides through the media center. Online test prep is available at www.act.org and www.sat.org. Small group and individual instruction for the tests is available through the Lima Sylvan Learning Center (419-331-7323) at their center in Lima and at the Auglaize-Mercer CountiesYMCA. The new CHAMP discount cards will be on sale for $5 at the first 2 home varsity football games and at all Celina City Schools throughout the school year. CHAMP will raise money for scholarships through the CHAMP Football and Basketball Final Score Fund-raisers. Contact a CHAMP member to purchase your $20 chance to win $50. Have fun while supporting CHAMP and our high school students!
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