APRIL 2022

 COVID Testing Update

Due to the significant decrease in the number of Positive COVID cases, we will no longer be requiring athletes to participate in COVID testing prior to athletic events.  This is also the case for our performing arts events.  Please know that there may be specific field trips or internships that require COVID testing, so this will take place as needed for these trips and internships. 

 

As a courtesy, we will be offering weekly COVID testing for any student.  This will take place during the school day.  If you would like your student to be tested weekly, please complete this form HERE by Monday, April 4th.  Completing this form indicates that you would like your child to participate in weekly COVID testing.  You will be called if your child's test result is positive.  All test results, positive or negative, will be entered into the RIDOH testing portal. 


Spring Credit Recovery


Starting Monday, April 4th, students will have the opportunity to recover credit for required courses after school in the CHS Library from 2:30-4:30. The Spring Session of credit recovery will run from April 4th until June 6th. Additional information, including the registration form, is available on the Credit Recovery Webpage


Mental Health Awareness Club in the News


Chariho High School's Mental Health Awareness Club is in the spotlight!   Channel NBC 10 will be airing a special on mental health in children and our very own, Emma Elderkin, will be part of a live broadcasting special that will air tonight (3/31) at 7:00pm.  Please also tune in at 5:00 for a special segment about the Mental Health Awareness Club.  We are very proud of the work Emma has done to advocate for this important club.  Our students have been working hard to spread awareness about mental health and shine light on important social emotional topics.  


April Spirit Dress Days!


Attention all students, this Friday, April 1st, we will hold our first of two April Spirit Days.  This Saturday, April 2nd, is Autism Awareness Day, this Friday (4/1) we invite all students to wear their blue to show support of Autism Awareness!  Our second Spirit Day will be Tourist day on Thursday, April 14th to celebrate the last day before April Vacation!


A Final Call for SIT Applications

This is a reminder that we are seeking student, parent, and community member applicants for our School Improvement Team.  We have both 1-year and 2-year terms available.  Currently, our SIT meets monthly in the CHS library from 2:30-3:30.  We work as a collective team to set annual goals and develop action steps towards meeting these goals.  This is a great way to become involved in our school.  If you are interested in being a part of SIT, please fill out this SIT Application form.   Applications are due by the end of today, March 31st.  Please know that applicant names are shared with the public for selection by their peers and reviewed by our School Improvement Team Selection Committee for final appointment to SIT.


From the Student Assistance Counselor

The Rhode Island Regional Coalitions have put together a program called "Hidden in Plain Sight" that allows parents a unique interactive opportunity to look into a teen’s mock bedroom. The room is full of common household items that could be used to hide or disguise drug, alcohol, tobacco use or other “risky” behaviors. They have created a virtual version that you can do at home.

Please take the time to talk to your teen about the items you see – use this as a way to launch a conversation about substance use among peers. 

Parents are the number one tool against substance use!

You can access the virtual bedroom at this link: https://x78.b45.myftpupload.com/hidden-in-plain-sight/

Click the blue words at the top that say "snap content" to access the room.

End-of-Year EVENTS CALENDAR

We are looking forward to our end-of-year events and celebrating our Senior Class!   We just held our first awards ceremony back in the auditorium last week where we honored our NHS inductees.  Please see the end-of-year events calendar HERE.  We look forward to our awards ceremonies, dances, and are excited to be having graduation this year at the URI Ryan Center!

State Testing

We have some important updates to share with you.  We are approaching the State Testing window where students participate in SAT, PSAT, and NGSA Testing.  Our State Testing Letter and Calendar can be found HERE.  Please view this for important information about the upcoming state testing that will take place in April and May.

End of Quarter 3 Information

We are quickly approaching the end of the 3rd quarter on Friday, April 8th. Report card grades for the 3rd quarter will be available in PowerSchool by Tuesday, April 26th. The last day students may turn in missing work to their teachers is Friday, April 1st. For questions and directions about how to view grades, please visit the Chariho PowerSchool Resources Page for log-in information and the user guide.

From the CLASS of 2022

The Class of 2022 is selling Duck Certificates as a fundraiser for the Annual Pawcatuck River Duck Race, running between April 4th and 14th. See your class council members or Mrs. Alvarez in B5 to purchase a duck certificate for $5. Enter for your chance to win a grand prize of 4 tickets to Disney World or 90 other prizes from local businesses. Tickets will also be sold during lacrosse, softball, baseball, and volleyball games. Parents can also email Mrs. Alvarez to purchase a Duck Certificate’s at betsy.alvarez@chariho.k12.ri.us.  Click on the flyer here.

From the ATHLETICS Department

High School spring sports are underway with practices and games daily.  The team schedules can be located on riil.org and also on the Chariho athletic website.  Spring sports include, boys and girls lacrosse, boys volleyball, boys tennis, boys and girls outdoor track, baseball, softball, unified basketball and golf.  As a reminder to everyone, dogs are NOT allowed on campus especially during athletic events.  Please do not bring your dog to a game.  Thank you to everyone who supports Chariho athletics.

From our CHINESE Program

On March 25th, we had an another special Zoom Meet with the students from our sister school in China.  The theme is "Chinese Dragon". The Chariho students demonstrated the Chinese dragons made by themselves, and they talked about how they made their dragons. The students from China introduced information about the Chinese dragon through presentations, such as the legend stories, Chinese dragon dance custom, the spirit and the significance of the Chinese dragon, related food, movies and Chinese idioms, etc.  The students have learned a lot about the Chinese dragon through making their own dragons, and talking to their peers from China.  






From the FBLA

Please see below from the FBLA regarding our online school store.  The direct link can be accessed by clicking HERE.




MARCH 2022

From the School Improvement Team 

Our School Improvement has been meeting monthly since the start of school and has made good progress towards our SIT Goals.  Our focus this year has been on ensuring our Graduation Performance Assessment best measures our Vision of our Graduate and is meaningful to students.  We have also focused on increasing Post-Secondary awareness and outcomes.  Please find our SIT Plan HERE.  We will provide more updates as we continue to progress through these important goals.

From the Student Advisory Board

The Student Advisory Board has been working to accomplish its goals from the beginning of the year. The 8th to 9th Grade Transition Subcommittee created a document of all extracurriculars for easy access to students. This document is available on the high schoolnwebsite under “Student Resources” or by using this link. This Subcommittee is now working on providing resources to underclassmen to make the portfolio more accessible. The Giving Back Subcommittee is currently working on a Student-Faculty Basketball game. This game will be held in March and will help to benefit a charity in the community. More to come!

COVID Updates

Superintendent Picard sent a COVID Update to all Chariho families today and it can be found HERE.  In summary, please see the following information that pertains to CHS:

  • Facemasks/coverings are no longer required on school buses or in schools as of March 4th after 5:00pm.
  • Students: please continue to monitor for symptoms and do not report to school if sick
  • Contact tracing is no longer an optimal strategy to limit COVID-19, we will no longer be contact tracing
  • We will continue to conduct weekly testing for athletes, performing arts, and other events, as needed. Spring athletes that do not have a completed consent form will need to before testing at school can be provided.
  • Certain practices will remain in place to allow us to respond in the event of an outbreak, such as cafeteria assigned seating. We will monitor our numbers as we gradually and systematically transition from our remaining COVID protocols.

State Testing Calendar 

Please see the spring 21-22 CHS State Testing Calendar for the SAT, PSAT, and RINGSA school based assessment dates. While the tests may be scheduled for students in 11th or 10th grade, all students are to be in attendance during the school day for their scheduled classes.


State assessments are an important component of Chariho's Comprehensive Assessment System. These assessments provide us with information to measure the effectiveness of our curriculum and programs and identify areas where students may need extra support. Test results also provide information on a student's progress towards college and career readiness. Also, a qualifying score may meet one of Chariho's reading and/or mathematics standardized assessments graduation requirements.

 

Mental Health Awareness Club

This past January, the Mental Health Awareness Club ran a Winter Care Drive where they collected over 300 items! They collected toiletries and new socks and gloves with the purpose of bringing awareness to these much needed winter care items.


Say Something Reporting System

This is a reminder that we have an anonymous reporting system, Say Something, that can be used to submit concerns to help someone who may be at risk of harming themselves or others.  This system allows us to intervene and connect our at-risk students with needed supports.  To learn more about this system, please visit the following link:  https://www.sandyhookpromise.org/say-something-tips/

There is also an app that you can download as well as a crisis hotline that you can call: 1-844-5-SayNow 

Progress Reports

 

The progress reports for quarter 3 will be viewable on PowerSchool on Friday, March 11th. The last day students may turn in missing work to their teachers is Friday, March 4th. For questions and directions about how to view grades, please visit the Chariho PowerSchool Resources Page for log-in information and the user guide.


Chariho Budget Vote: April 5, 2022

In order to ensure our community knows where to access budget materials and to learn more about the district budget, we have created a budget flyer where you can submit questions and access our frequently asked questions document. Click HERE for more information.