Update ~ April 29-May 4, 2018

Please read the information below.  Once we are notified that schools will reopen I will post a PantherReport with dates for upcoming meetings, events etc.

ANNOUNCEMENT FOR FUSD SUPERINTENDENT 

FUSD Staff,

It has been announced the #RedForEd Walk-Out will continue to next week. Based on the number of leave requests submitted by FUSD staff, a decision has been made to close schools to students on Monday, April 30 because the district does not have a level of staff needed to maintain safe operations and educational services. Students will exceed the state’s minimum of instructional hours, using the district’s approved calendar and the make-up days on May 10-11, and therefore will not need to make-up the instructional time missed on Monday, April 30. Decisions about how to make-up missed instructional days or time for students will be made on day-to-day basis.

FUSD will designate Monday, April 30 as a Staff Work Day. Certified and classified staff will be expected and allowed to report to work on Monday, April 30 unless leave has been requested using the district’s policies and procedures. Staff returning to work on Monday should check-in with their principal or supervisor as alternative duties may need to be assigned.

The following announcement will go out to students, parents and the community this later morning.

All Flagstaff Unified School District schools will continue to be closed for students on Monday, April 30 due to the statewide #RedforEd Walk-Out. Schools will remain closed until an end of the Walk-Out is announced or a level of FUSD staff return to maintain safe operations of the school district. Students and families will continue to be updated about the closure of FUSD schools or when schools will reopen. Information about school closures, meal programs and childcare opportunities offered in our community will continue to be posted on the district website www.fusd1.org and social media.

CHS Mission
Coconino High School strives to build upon the tradition of Panther Pride - A positive environment that honors yet unifies all cultures-and work in partnership with parents and the greater community to encourage each student in his/her pursuit of academic excellence and to instill a lifelong enthusiasm for learning.
Vision 
To create and maintain a vibrant school culture that exemplifies academic excellence and model global citizenship.
Guiding Principles
Respect ~ Responsibility ~ Integrity

Press on! Panther Strong!

Update ~ April 25, 2018

CELEBRATING SUCCESS...
A special congratulations to Kelley Smith for being recognized as an "Ambassador of Excellence" by Coconino County last week.  I can't think of a more fitting title for Kelley. Thank you for all you do Mr. Kelley Smith!
Also a shout out to our Coconino High School’s JROTC Leadership Team; Alaina Paul (Team Captain), Kaleb Herrelko, Grace Morris, and Matthew Neve.  The team earned top scores in the recent JROTC Leadership Bowl earning them a spot in the national championships in Washington D.C. this June.
Congratulations and Go Panthers!

UPDATES...
This Wednesday, April 25, we will resume the early release Wednesday schedule.
Please read the letter below from Superintendent Penca regarding school closure this week:

                                                School Closures Due To Walkout

The Flagstaff Unified School District will close all schools beginning on Thursday, April 26 due to participation by educational staff in the statewide #RedforEd Walk-Out. Schools will remain closed until the Walk-Out ends or a level of FUSD staff return to work to guarantee safe operations of the school district. Parents will be notified when schools will reopen. Information will continue to be posted on the district website www.fusd1.org and social media. Please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions information distributed on Friday, April 20. Your support for FUSD and understanding during this unprecedented time are much appreciated.

As mentioned above from, this type of event for FUSD is unprecedented.  Each day we will try to stay abreast of what is happening and make decisions about upcoming scheduled events and let you know as soon as possible.  Should you have questions, feel to email me and I will do my best to find the answers or forward your questions to the appropriate person at the district office. 

Stay tuned...

Power of your presence

Please remember to be visible in the hallways during passing periods.  Being visible changes the whole atmosphere of the school, and changes the climate.  As the school year begins to wind down it is critical to remember to be at your door during passing periods. Teacher presence in the hallways can help change behavior and works to promote and maintain a positive school climate.  When students see us in the hallways they often self-correct their behavior, just because you are there.  For an added power play to help promote a positive learning environment, say hi to everyone that you can. Thank you!

Mission Coconino High School strives to build upon the tradition of Panther Pride - A positive environment that honors yet unifies all cultures-and work in partnership with parents and the greater community to encourage each student in his/her pursuit of academic excellence and to instill a lifelong enthusiasm for learning.
Vision
To create and maintain a vibrant school culture that exemplifies academic excellence and model global citizenship.
Guiding Principles
Respect ~ Responsibility ~ Integrity

Press on! Panther Strong!

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Update ~ April 16-20, 2018

CELEBRATiNG SUCCESS...
The RedforEd events of the past week have certainly drawn long overdue attention to the financial plight of Arizona Teachers.
Congratulations to all the participants, now we'll keep our fingers crossed, hope and pray that the Governor's response and promise for a real pay raise come to fruition.

HIRING PROGRESS UPDATE...
We are working side by side with the human resource department to open positions, review applicants and interview candidates in search of the best teachers to fill the big shoes of all who are leaving CHS.  Thank you to the department chairs and department members, for your help in this process.

To date, we have several math positions filled (still waiting to hear back from a few) and we have hired a new counselor.   English teacher interviews are in process and we will be selecting candidates for interviews for our Special Education positions this week and next. Soon to follow will be CTE (welding), P.E. and Tier 3 RTR.

As you all now know we are also in search of an assistant principal position. I am in the process of forming the hiring committee.  My plan is to include district level representation, one CHS classified representative (Becky Gonzales), our Athletic Director, a parent and one teacher.  If you have an interest in participating on this hiring committee, please email me by tomorrow, 4/16 at 5:00pm. Once I hear from you I will share the proposed schedule for meetings, application review, and interviews.  Please note, the schedule will include evenings,  one of the snow day make up days (May 10) and a Saturday in May.

I hope you will join us for our fond farewell gathering on Friday, May 18, 4:00 pm at Salsa Brava. This is a tough year for CHS, we are saying goodbye to some of the very best.

GRADUATION...
The CHS 2018 Commencement Ceremony is on the horizon. Our ceremony will take place at the NAU Skydome on June 1 at 3:00pm. As always all faculty and staff are invited to attend and sit in the VIP section on the field with the graduates. Last year teachers formed a high five semi-circle that people are still talking about. I highly encourage you to attend this special event. FYI NAU now follows the Clear Bag Policy for all events at the dome.  Click here for details about the policy.

AZMERIT...
A note from Chelsea
Thank you for all of your support and efforts with state testing. This week is the last week for scheduled AzMERIT tests and the last week with an alternate bell schedule.
This week ALL students enrolled in Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 will be taking the AzMERIT Math and this includes students who might be retaking the course. Students test in their math classes.
Tuesday ~  Part 1 periods 1, 2, and 3
Wednesday ~ Part 1 (cont'd) periods  4/5, 6, and 7.
Thursday ~ Part 2 periods 1, 2, and 3
Friday  ~ Part 2 (cont'd) periods 4/5, 6, and 7

* AzMerit make-ups will continue all week in the library.  Final make-up rounds will be April 26 and
27.

SPRING SPORTS...
Winding down this week with three straight games of Sand Volleyball at home, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Baseball and Softball take on the Eagles Tuesday and Thursday at home and away and Tennis at home on Tuesday.  Come on out and help cheer on our Panthers!

CALENDAR...
4/16 ~ Resources and supports Committee 2:45 pm Room # 204
4/17 ~ PBIS 3:00 pm Room # 204
4/20 ~ Voter Registration Drive 1:30-2:00 pm in the Mini-theater. This will be open house style and anyone who wishes to bring upperclassman to register to vote are welcome. If you send students on their own please provide passes. 

Mission Coconino High School strives to build upon the tradition of Panther Pride - A positive environment that honors yet unifies all cultures-and work in partnership with parents and the greater community to encourage each student in his/her pursuit of academic excellence and to instill a lifelong enthusiasm for learning.
Vision To create and maintain a vibrant school culture that exemplifies academic excellence and model global citizenship.
Guiding Principles
Respect ~ Responsibility ~ Integrity

Press on!  Panther Strong! 
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Update ~ April 9-13, 2018

CELEBRATING SUCCESS...
Last week several CHS CTE students participated in the State SkillsUSA competition. Cayden Curtis, Emilio Apodaca, and Jacob Seff competed in Automotive Technology and Jacob Seff took home the gold medal.  Jacob moves on to the national championship in Kentucky in June!  Congratulations to all the Skills USA students and teachers and a special congrats to Mr. Locke and Jacob Seff!

CHS art students had another successful art show and reception, this time at Firecreek Coffee House on Route 66.  The "Celebrating Water on the Colorado Plateau" exhibit will be running through the end of this month.  Congratulations to our award-winning students,  Skyler Sommers, Casey Auberle and Rain Varney and their art teachers, Ben Proctor and Kelly Woodruff.

Shout out to Chelsea Lohr and the many teachers who helped make the first week of AzMerit testing go smoothly. It's pretty amazing to organize and orchestrate testing for over one thousand students AND maintain a learning environment for all the rest. Way to go team and thank you, Chelsea.

This week's testing plan...
Monday 4/9 ~ Make-up Writing Test for grades 9 and 10.  Students who missed the test will be called to the library around 8:10 am Monday morning.
Tuesday 4/10 ~ Make-up Writing Test for grade 11 students.  These students will report directly to the library at 12:35 pm (Reminder announcements will be made)

AzMERIT this week is Reading and all testing will take place in the  English classrooms.
Tuesday 4/10 ~  Part 1 periods 1, 2, and 3,
Wednesday 4/11 ~  Part 1 cont'd periods 4/5, 6, and 7.
Thursday 4/12 ~ Part 2  periods 1, 2, and 3
Friday 4/13 ~ Part 2 cont'd periods 4/5, 6, and 7.

* We will have an alternate bell schedule these days

Tuesday and Thursday students will start in 1st period and Wednesday and Friday, students will start in 4/5th period.

*Make-up testing for Reading, Part 1 will take place on Thursday and Friday at 12:35, after lunch. Make-up testing for Reading, Part 2 will take place the following Monday and Tuesday.

CHS STUDENTS...
Please don't forget to nominate students for awards and recognition.  Click here for the survey 

On a personal note...

Thank you all for the beautiful cards, well wishes, prayers, kind words and hugs as I returned to school following the passing of my mother. Education and learning was everything to my mom and I bragged about you all and our students to her all the time.  On her behalf, I thank you for what you do every day. I have included here the link to my mom's (Audrey Wohl) obituary should you have an interest in reading a little about her. Click here 

LOOKING AHEAD...

There are two events happening the first week of May that I wanted you all to be aware of.  

Building background...Last year our CHS Library received a generous donation from the family of Dr. Jane Julien.  Dr. Julien was one of the first librarians at CHS and during her tenure, she made significant strides in technology and library improvements. 

In honor and memory of Dr. Julien, we are renaming our CHS library to be the Dr. Jane Julien Library at Coconino High school.

May 1, we will host an open house reception and everyone will be invited to enjoy refreshments and see the new "Technology Reading Corner." We will send details soon but wanted you to be aware. 

Also,

May 2 is our annual Spotlight on Success Faculty meeting. This is a time to share with one another the points of pride from each department. A formal presentation is not necessary but between now and May 2 you might want to choose a spokesperson for your department to share a brief two-minute highlight at the Spot Light on Success Meeting. 

Mission
Coconino High School strives to build upon the tradition of Panther Pride - A positive environment that honors yet unifies all cultures-and work in partnership with parents and the greater community to encourage each student in his/her pursuit of academic excellence and to instill a lifelong enthusiasm for learning.

Vision 
To create and maintain a vibrant school culture that exemplifies academic excellence and model global citizenship.

Guiding Principles
Respect ~ Responsibility ~ Integrity

Press On! Panther Strong!
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Update ~ April 2-6, 2018

CELEBRATiNG SUCCESS...
I heard AIMS Science went off without a hitch, thank you CHS science teachers, our students are so fortunate to have such amazing teachers.
Thank you in advance to everyone for your flexibility and support for our students as we navigate through the testing season. As we remind our students to take deep breaths and show what they know, don't forget to take some deep breaths yourselves.

ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE...

ACT

Monday, April 2, all juniors will report to the gyms during 6th and 7th hour for ACT pre-registration, which is required to test. An announcement will be made at the end of 5th hour/lunch on Monday requesting that all students head to the gym. If you have juniors in your 6th hour who arrive to class on Monday, please direct them to the gyms for pre-registration. Students will remain in the gym until dismissal at 2:30 pm

Tuesday, April 3, all juniors will take the ACT. 

AzMerit 

April 4 ~  9th grade ELA Writing  *Remember no early release

April 5 ~ 10th grade ELA Writing

April 6 ~ 11th grade ELA Writing

Bell Schedule Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Period 1 8:00 - 9:00
Period 2 9:05 - 10:00
Period 3 10:05 - 11:00
Period 4/5 11:05 - 12:00
Lunch 12:00 - 12:30
Period 6 12:35 - 1:30
Period 7 1:35 - 2:30

*Testing all three days will primarily take place during 1st, 2nd, and 3rd periods.

CTE End of Program Assessments

April is CTE testing month for program completers. Donna Lyons will do her best to test program completers while in their CTE classes throughout the month, but we ask for your patience in advance in case students are late or miss other classes due to the CTE assessment.


CHS Mission
Coconino High School strives to build upon the tradition of Panther Pride - A positive environment that honors yet unifies all cultures-and work in partnership with parents and the greater community to encourage each student in his/her pursuit of academic excellence and to instill a lifelong enthusiasm for learning.

Vision To create and maintain a vibrant school culture that exemplifies academic excellence and model global citizenship.

Guiding Principles
Respect ~ Responsibility ~ Integrity

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