September

September, 2023

Friday, September 29

Students who attend Dakota for 5th and 6th should remain at CVHS and report to the media center

Remember to bring your student ID to Stevenson tonight for the Varsity Football game. You will not be admitted without it. Most schools in the MAC are now requiring ID to get into their athletic events, so it is a good idea to have it with you for any event you want to attend.

Attention Seniors - Paying for College Night is Thursday, October 5 at 7pm via Zoom. A financial aid representative from the University of Michigan will be presenting on FAFSA form, scholarships and general financial aid information. All seniors and senior parents should attend virtually. The link will be sent out closer to the event.

Also for seniors. Next week the counselors will start meeting with you in your English 12 classes to help you with your post-high school plans. Bring your laptop and social security number to apply to college or any other post-secondary institution.

The next Writers' Club meeting is after school today in room 110.

There will be a meeting for the National Art Honor Society on Monday, October 2nd right after school in room 168.

There will be a Fellowship of Christian Athletes meeting on Wednesday at 6:15am in room 227.

The Chippewa Gamers Club will have its first meeting after school on Thursday, October 5th. They will meet every Thursday this year until 3:30 in the main building media center. Send Mrs. Goosen or Mr. Pachla a message if you have any questions.

The Lost and Found table, located across from the Attendance Office, is emptied at the end of every month. It's the end of the month right now, so if you are missing something, look today.

First floor recycling is happening first hour today, so please set your recycling out after announcements.

We're looking forward to celebrating Homecoming next week. We kick it off on Monday with Hollywood Action Day - dress like a celebrity. This year's themes allow you to have some fun while still following our dress code. For next week, the default mode for class time is still …

… now let's be ready to learn - hoods off, hats off, earbuds out, phones away - have a great day!

REPEAT REMINDERS

Homecoming Spirit Week Themes:

Monday is Hollywood Action Day- dress like a celebrity

Tuesday is Tourist Tuesday- dress like a tourist

Wednesday is Travel to Barbie Land Day- dress like Ken or Barbie

Thursday is Time Travel Day- dress like a soccer mom or cook out dad

Friday is Rock your Hometown Day. Each class decorate your own shirts for our pep assembly and rock your color from head to toe! Sophomores decorate black shirts, Juniors decorate white shirts, and Seniors decorate red shirts! Teachers wear CVHS gear!

And lastly the following Monday is Airport Fits day- Pajama Day

For more information on these days check cvhs.stugo on instagram!

SENIORS: Last Call: Be sure to check the spelling of your name so that it will be correctly printed on your DIPLOMA. The list is displayed across the hall of the Counseling office. If you need to make a correction please get a form from the counseling office.

Thursday, September 28
Today is the last day to buy your homecoming tickets and to turn in your guest passes. The access code to purchase homecoming tickets is your student ID number. Purchase tickets and download guest forms here.

If you are interested in joining our Wrestling team this winter, there will be a meeting today at 2:30 pm in the Wrestling room.

There will be an International Club meeting today in room 241.

There is a Science Olympiad meeting after school today in room 235.

The next Writers' Club meeting is after school tomorrow in room 110.

There will be a meeting for the National Art Honor Society on Monday, October 2nd right after school in room 168.

Today’s college visit is from College for Creative Studies. Stop by their table in the cafeteria during all lunches.

REPEAT REMINDERS

Order your cap and gown by today. Our CVHS cap and gown color choices are white and red, with girls traditionally wearing white and boys traditionally wearing red. In addition to caps and gowns, Jostens offers graduation announcements, senior apparel, and more. Order now.

The Chippewa Gamers Club will have its first meeting after school on Thursday, October 5th. We will meet every Thursday this year until 3:30 in the main building media center. Send Mrs. Goosen or Mr. Pachla a message if you have any questions.

Any student driving to school must purchase a 2023-24 parking pass. Passes are available on PaySchools Events (Parking Pass) and once purchased, can be picked up in the main office. Remember, students may only park in the Student Lot (West Lot).

Wednesday, September 27

Buy your homecoming tickets by tomorrow. Guest passes, available to seniors only, are also due on Thursday. The access code to purchase homecoming tickets is your student ID number.

There will be a Quiz Bowl meeting after school today in room 203 (Mrs. Hutchinson’s room).

If you are interested in joining our Wrestling team this winter, there will be a meeting tomorrow at 2:30 pm in the Wrestling room.

There will be an International Club meeting this Thursday in room 241

Attention Science Olympiad members and anyone who would still like to become a member. There is a follow-up meeting after school Thursday in room 235.

The next Writers' Club meeting is after school this Friday in room 110.

Today’s college visit is from Ferris State University. Stop by their table in the cafeteria during all lunches.

Our Stugo is ready to announce, without further ado, your spirit week days are...

Drum roll please!

Monday is Hollywood Action Day

Tuesday is tourist Tuesday

Wednesday is travel to barbie land day

Thursday is time travel day

Friday is rock your hometown day

And lastly the following Monday is airport fits day

For more information on these days check cvhs.stugo on instagram!

Today is Wave Wednesday. Greet everyone you see with a smile and a wave. Remember that we are all connected. We are all Big Reds. And we all want to spend our days in a place where people care about each other.

REPEAT REMINDERS

Order your cap and gown by this Thursday, September 28. Our CVHS cap and gown color choices are white and red, with girls traditionally wearing white and boys traditionally wearing red. In addition to caps and gowns, Jostens offers graduation announcements, senior apparel, and more. Order now.

Homecoming ticket purchases and guest forms are also due by this Thursday, September 28. Purchase tickets and download guest forms here.

Tuesday, September 26

Buy your homecoming tickets by Thursday. Guest passes, available to seniors only, are also due on Thursday.

There will be a Fellowship of Christian Athletes meeting tomorrow at 6:15am in room 227.

Join the CV Quiz Bowl team and compete against other schools in Macomb County. There will be a meeting after school tomorrow in room 203 (Mrs. Hutchinson’s room).

If you are interested in joining our Wrestling team this winter, there will be a meeting this Thursday at 2:30 pm in the Wrestling room.

There will be an International Club meeting this Thursday in room 241

Attention Science Olympiad members and anyone who would still like to become a member. There is a follow-up meeting after school Thursday in room 235.

Today’s college visit is from Lake Superior State. Stop by their table in the cafeteria during all lunches.

In our ongoing effort to make CVHS a great place for you and all of us, please throw your trash away. It's a little thing, but it adds to the quality of our environment. And it really doesn't take much extra effort to do this. Thanks for doing your part by throwing your trash away.

REPEAT REMINDERS

Homecoming tickets will be sold on PaySchool Events now through Thursday, September 28. See QR codes located around the building. Or use this link: https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/28545

Tickets are $20, or $17 with an activity card. All guest tickets will be $20. The Access Code on PaySchools is your student ID number.

Seniors only may bring a guest. Guest Forms must be completed and submitted by September 28 at 3:00 PM.

Monday, September 25

Congratulations to our varsity football team, our cheer team, our dance team, our marching band, our drumline, and our Rowdy Red Zone for a great victory and great performances last Friday. Go Big Reds!

Tickets are $20, or $17 with an activity card. All guest tickets will be $20. The Access Code on PaySchools is your student ID number.

Seniors only may bring a guest. Guest Forms must be completed and submitted by September 28 at 3:00 PM.

Join the CV Quiz Bowl team and compete against other schools in Macomb County. Learn more after school on Wednesday, September 27th in room 203 (Mrs. Hutchinson’s room).

If you are interested in joining our Wrestling team this winter, there will be a meeting on Thursday, September 28th at 2:30 pm in the Wrestling room.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes will be meeting on Wednesday at 6:15am in Room 227.

The Chippewa Gamers Club will have its first meeting after school on Thursday, October 5. We will meet every Thursday this year until 3:30 in the main building media center. Send Mrs. Goosen or Mr. Pachla a message if you have any questions. Hope to see you there!

There will be an international club meeting this Thursday on the 28th in room 241

Today’s college visit is from Macomb Community College. Stop by their table in the cafeteria during all lunches.

Friday, September 22

ITS PURPLE WEEK!!!! The REDZONE is selling purple t-shirts for $15.00. All proceeds will benefit the Believe Foundation and the Van Andel Institute. Shirts are available at the link below, in store, or at the Varsity CV vs DHS football game tonight. https://cvredzone.square.site/product/purple-team/1132

Tickets to tonight’s football game vs. Dakota must be purchased online at www.GoFan.co unless you purchased a student activity card and have the sports icon on your school ID. All students are required to show their ID upon entering the game as only students from CVHS and Dakota will be admitted.

Come join the Chippewa Valley’s Tabletop RPG Club for our first meeting today from 2:15pm to 3:30pm in Room 218 (Mr. Steffer’s Room). Join us to take part in tabletop games such as Dungeons & Dragons, Monster of the Week, Pathfinder, etc. No experience is necessary!

Writers' Club will have its first meeting today after school in room 110. All interested should attend or see Mrs. Martin.

Today’s college visit is from Madonna University. Stop by their table in the cafeteria during all lunches.

Remember that you must have a pass to leave the lunch room to go to the media center. You will not be allowed without one.

Check out repeat reminders on my Schoology page.

Repeat Reminders

Tickets are $20, or $17 with an activity card. All guest tickets will be $20. The Access Code on PaySchools is your student ID number.

Seniors only may bring a guest. Guest Forms must be completed and submitted by September 28 at 3:00 PM.

Thursday, September 21

ITS PURPLE WEEK!!!! The REDZONE is selling purple t-shirts for $15.00. All proceeds will benefit the Believe Foundation and the Van Andel Institute. Shirts are available at the link below, in store, or at the Varsity CV vs DHS football game Friday. https://cvredzone.square.site/product/purple-team/1132

Tickets to Friday night’s football game vs. Dakota must be purchased online at www.GoFan.co unless you purchased a student activity card and have the sports icon on your school ID. All students are required to show their ID upon entering the game as only students from CVHS and Dakota will be admitted. For staff members, your school ID will get you and a guest into the game. This replaces the need to carry a separate staff pass as the yellow ones have expired.

Anyone interested in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math consider joining the Science Olympiad team. There will be a meeting in room 235 today after school.

The International Club is meeting after school today in room 241.

Come join the Chippewa Valley’s Tabletop RPG Club for our first meeting tomorrow from 2:15pm to 3:30pm in Room 218 (Mr. Steffer’s Room). Join us to take part in tabletop games such as Dungeons & Dragons, Monster of the Week, Pathfinder, etc. No experience is necessary!

Writers' Club will have its first meeting tomorrow after school in room 110. All interested should attend or see Mrs. Martin.

Remember that you must have a pass to leave the lunch room to go to the media center. You will not be allowed without one.

Congratulations to the following swimmers who qualified for MISCA, which is a difficult achievement. Individual qualifiers were Julia Webber in the 200 freestyle and Brooklynn Sims in the 100 butterfly. The 200 freestyle relay team of Julia Webber, Rachel Kincher, Emily Zanolli, and Brooklynn Sims also qualified.

Vaping continues to be a problem in school. It's a problem because it is against the law, it causes issues with bathroom availability and security, and it is terrible for your health. Vaping in school results in a minimum 3 day suspension, mandatory student assistance intervention, and a civil infraction fine from the Clinton Township Police Department.

Check out repeat reminders on my Schoology page.

… now let's be ready to learn - hoods off, hats off, earbuds out, phones away - have a great day!

Repeat Reminders

Tickets are $20, or $17 with an activity card. All guest tickets will be $20. The Access Code on PaySchools is your student ID number.

Seniors only may bring a guest. Guest Forms must be completed and submitted by September 28 at 3:00 PM.

Wednesday, September 20

ITS PURPLE WEEK!!!! The REDZONE is selling purple t-shirts for $15.00. All proceeds will benefit the Believe Foundation and the Van Andel Institute. Shirts are available at the link below, in store, or at the Varsity CV vs DHS football game Friday. https://cvredzone.square.site/product/purple-team/1132

There will be an informational meeting for parents of seniors tonight at 6:30pm in the auditorium. Also, see our website for more information for seniors: https://www.chippewavalleyschools.org/schools/high-schools/cvhs/students-parents/graduating-seniors/

Anyone interested in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math consider joining the Science Olympiad team. There will be a meeting in room 235 tomorrow after school.

The international club is meeting after school tomorrow in room 241.

Writers' Club will have its first meeting this Friday after school in room 110. All interested should attend or see Mrs. Martin.

Have you lost something recently. Check the lost and found table located across from the attendance office. Also, be aware that the table is cleared at the end of every month.

We have again received reports of students running across 19 Mile, standing in the turn lane, and dodging traffic. Please stop this. It is not safe. Use crosswalks and be careful.

Remember that you must have a pass to leave the lunch room to go to the media center. You will not be allowed without one.

Repeat Reminders

Tickets are $20, or $17 with an activity card. All guest tickets will be $20. The Access Code on PaySchools is your student ID number.

Seniors only may bring a guest. Guest Forms must be completed and submitted by September 28 at 3:00 PM. Form attached.

Ok2say

If you receive a threat or know of a threat of violence against your community, please contact your local law enforcement or call 9-1-1. Non-emergency tips can be submitted the following ways:

Call: 8-555-OK2SAY, (855-565-2729 )

Text: 652729 (OK2SAY)

Email: OK2SAY

Visit: OK2SAY website

OK2SAY Mobile App: Available for download for Apple, Google and Android mobile devices.

Homecoming Dance Information for Students:

Dress is semi-formal: no jeans or t-shirts. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

Saturday, October 7 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM in the cafeteria.

All students must be checked in by 6:45. Enter door #1. Check-in will be in the Auditorium Lobby. There will be a coat check-in in the main hall lobby. Shoes may not be checked in.

If you leave the building, you many not return.

CVHS sophomores, juniors, and seniors may purchase tickets.

Seniors only may bring outside guests.

Outside guests must be between 10th grade and 19 years old.

Guest Forms must be completed and submitted by the due date, September 28 at 3:00 PM.

ID is required for entry.

Tickets will be sold in PaySchool Events from Monday, September 18 through Thursday, September 28.

Tickets are $20, or $17 with an activity card. All guest tickets will be $20.

Tuesday, September 19

It's purple week make sure you go to the school store to get purple shirts for Friday Night's game!

Today, John Underwood will be presenting his “Life of an Athlete” program to our student athletes in the Auditorium. Fall student athletes, grades 9-12, should report to the auditorium for second and third hours tomorrow. There will also be a special lunch meeting with our Team Captains from 10:30 – 11:30 am.

Robotics Club will have their first meeting today in room 162 after school. All are welcome.

There will be an Ecology Club meeting after school today in room 224 for new and returning members.

There is a Meeting today for all SHF members. SHF is an international organization for French honor students that promotes the language and culture. We will be talking about our plans for the year while enjoying some chocolate mousse. Hope to see you there!

There will be an informational meeting for parents of seniors tomorrow at 6:30pm in the auditorium. Also, see our website for more information for seniors: https://www.chippewavalleyschools.org/schools/high-schools/cvhs/students-parents/graduating-seniors/

Anyone interested in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math consider joining the Science Olympiad team. There will be a meeting in room 235 (Mrs. Downham's room) on Thursday, September 21, after school.

There will be a meeting this Thursday for the international club

Writers' Club will have its first meeting this Friday, September 22, after school in room 110. All interested should attend or see Mrs. Martin.

Tickets are $20, or $17 with an activity card. All guest tickets will be $20. The Access Code on PaySchools is your student ID number.

Seniors only may bring a guest. Guest Forms must be completed and submitted by September 28 at 3:00 PM. Form attached.

Remember to sign up for my Schoology page to access these announcements and other reminders.

Repeat Reminders

All students received an email with the Access Code to my Schoology page. Please take a moment to sign up. The announcements are shared there daily. And they include Repeat Reminders and other additional information.

This year’s Homecoming theme is "Now Boarding: Chippewa HOCO ‘23 Around The World” Get ready for a night of high-flying fun, dazzling decorations, and unforgettable memories.

Ok2say

If you receive a threat or know of a threat of violence against your community, please contact your local law enforcement or call 9-1-1. Non-emergency tips can be submitted the following ways:

Call: 8-555-OK2SAY, (855-565-2729 )

Text: 652729 (OK2SAY)

Email: OK2SAY

Visit: OK2SAY website

OK2SAY Mobile App: Available for download for Apple, Google and Android mobile devices.

Monday, September 18

Today we recognize an important day in our country's history - Constitution Day! On September 17, 1787, the U.S. Constitution was signed in Philadelphia. It begins… We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.

Today is also the beginning of Purple Week here at CVHS. It is a time when we come together as a Big Red Family to show our support for the fight against cancer, a disease that touches the lives of so many.

Robotics Club will have their first meeting tomorrow in room 162 after school. All are welcome.

Tomorrow, John Underwood will be presenting his “Life of an Athlete” program to our student athletes in the Auditorium. Fall student athletes, grades 9-12, should report to the auditorium for second and third hours tomorrow. There will also be a special lunch meeting with our Team Captains from 10:30 – 11:30 am.

There will be an Ecology Club meeting tomorrow after school in room 224 for new and returning members.

Writers' Club will have its first meeting this Friday, September 22, after school in room 110. All interested should attend or see Mrs. Martin.

Tickets

Homecoming tickets can be purchased by scanning the QR Codes around the building using PaySchools. The deadline for those is the 28th.

Guest Forms must be completed and submitted by the due date September 28 at 3:00 PM.

ID is required for entry.

Tickets will be sold on PaySchool Events now through Thursday, September 28.

Tickets are $20, or $17 with an activity card. All guest tickets will be $20.

Homecoming Court:

Attention to all seniors, last week you should have received an email regarding homecoming court nominations, nominations will close TONIGHT at 11:59PM . If you're interested in running for homecoming king or queen, make sure to sign up.

Repeat Reminders

This year’s Homecoming theme is "Now Boarding: Chippewa HOCO ‘23 Around The World” Get ready for a night of high-flying fun, dazzling decorations, and unforgettable memories.

Homecoming Dance Information for Students:

Dress is semi-formal: no jeans or t-shirts. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

Saturday, October 7 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM in the cafeteria.

All students must be checked in by 6:45. Enter door #1. Check-in will be in the Auditorium Lobby. There will be a coat check-in in the main hall lobby. Shoes may not be checked in.

If you leave the building, you many not return.

CVHS sophomores, juniors, and seniors may purchase tickets.

Seniors only may bring outside guests.

Outside guests must be between 10th grade and 19 years old.

Guest Forms must be completed and submitted by the due date, September 28 at 3:00 PM.

ID is required for entry.

Tickets will be sold in PaySchool Events from Monday, September 18 through Thursday, September 28.

Tickets are $20, or $17 with an activity card. All guest tickets will be $20.

Friday, September 15

The Film Club will hold its first meeting today at 2:20pm in room 114. Questions: Contact Dr. Lawrence

Robotics Club will have their first meeting on Tuesday September 19 in room 162 after school. All are welcome.

On Tuesday, September 19, all fall athletes should report to the auditorium at the start of 2nd hour for our Life of an Athlete presentation. This presentation will take place during all of 2nd and 3rd periods. For more information on Life of an Athlete, visit our website: https://www.cvsloa.org/

There will be an Ecology Club meeting Tuesday, September 19thafter school in room 224 for new and returning members.

Yesterday, I sent all students an email with the Access Code to my Schoology page. Please take a moment to sign up. The announcements are shared their daily. And they include Repeat Reminders and other additional information.

Homecoming Dance Information for Students:

Dress is semi-formal: no jeans or t-shirts. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

Saturday, October 7 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM in the cafeteria.

All students must be checked in by 6:45. Enter door #1. Check-in will be in the Auditorium Lobby. There will be a coat check-in in the main hall lobby. Shoes may not be checked in.

If you leave the building, you many not return.

CVHS sophomores, juniors, and seniors may purchase tickets.

Seniors only may bring outside guests.

Outside guests must be between 10th grade and 19 years old.

Guest Forms must be completed and submitted by the due date, September 28 at 3:00 PM.

ID is required for entry.

Tickets will be sold in PaySchool Events from Monday, September 18 through Thursday, September 28.

Tickets are $20, or $17 with an activity card. All guest tickets will be $20.

… now let's be ready to learn - hoods off, hats off, earbuds out, phones away - have a great day!

Thursday, September 14

We have a new student lunch today during all of 4th hour. Students new to our district, you would have received an email about this. Please check your email.

The Media Center will be closed for ALL lunch periods today.

Seniors, please come join us tomorrow from 6am to 7am for the first ever Senior Sunrise. It will take place right outside the D doors in the west lot. We will have snacks, refreshments and the opportunity for each senior to leave your mark here at Chippewa.

The Film Club will hold its first meeting tomorrow at 2:20pm in the 10/12 Building, room 114. Questions: Contact Dr. Lawrence

There will be an Ecology Club Meeting Tuesday, September 19th after school in room 224.

At CVHS, we value being on time. We're 8 days into the school year, so you know where your classes and the cafeteria are located, and you know where the busses pick up at the end of the day. You need to be on time to these places. There are consequences for too many tardies including not being prepared for class, detention, and loss of credit. The consequence for being late to the bus, is the bus leaving without you. They've been patiently waiting, but are now ready to pull out of here by 2:14, so make sure that you are there in time at the end of the day.

Repeat Reminders

This year’s Homecoming theme is "Now Boarding: Chippewa HOCO ‘23 Around The World” Get ready for a night of high-flying fun, dazzling decorations, and unforgettable memories. Come dressed in your finest attire as our school transforms into a first-class airport terminal. Explore interactive booths representing destinations from around the world, and get ready to dance throughout the Night! Mark your calendars for October 7th, and get ready to soar with excitement at Chippewa Hoco 23!✈️��

Wednesday, September 13

Open House will take place tonight from 6:30-8:30pm. Encourage your parents to come and meet your teachers and learn about your classes. They are also invited to a presentation and Q&A with Mr. Distelrath prior to Open House. That starts at 6:00pm in the auditorium.

Join the Student Impact Team. All are welcome. Our first meeting is today after school until 3:00 in room 227.

There will be a Black Student Union meeting after school today in the community room.

We have a new student lunch tomorrow during all of 4th hour. Students new to our district, you would have received an email about this. Please check your email and RSVP as directed.

The Film Club will hold its first meeting on Friday, September 15th at 2:20pm in the 10/12 Building, room 114. Questions: Contact Dr. Lawrence

Seniors, please come join us Friday September 15th from 6 am to 7am for the first ever Senior Sunrise. It will take place right outside the D doors in the west lot. We will have snacks, refreshments and the opportunity for each senior to leave your mark here at Chippewa.

There will be an Ecology Club Meeting Tuesday, September 19th after school in room 224.

Today’s college visit is from Northern Michigan University. Stop by their information table in the cafeteria during all lunches today.

Yesterday, our dress code was emailed to all students yesterday. Please read that email and follow the stated guidelines. Why do we have a dress code? Why can't you just wear anything you want? It's a good question. The answer is, without a dress code, people could come to school in banana costumes, or dressed like a clown, or in any number of other ways that create a chaotic environment and takes our focus away from learning and being successful. So we set some guidelines to create an environment for your success. You each play a huge role in creating that environment. Please do your part. Have a great day.

Repeat Reminders

SENIORS: Please check the spelling of your name so that it will be correctly printed on your DIPLOMA. The list is displayed across the hall of the Counseling office. If you need to make a correction please get a form from the counseling office. Any change MUST MATCH your BIRTH CERTIFCATE. NO EXCEPTIONS. All changes must be submitted by OCTOBER 31, 2023.

Tuesday, September 12

There will be a Key Club meeting today at 2:20 in the cafeteria.

There will be an informational meeting for Macomb County’s first Robotics team, called I.AM.Robot, tonight at 6:30pm at the IAM building.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes will meet tomorrow at 6:30am in room 226.

Open House will take place tomorrow from 6:30-8:30pm. Mr. Distelrath will host a Q&A prior to Open House, starting at 6:00pm in the auditorium.

Join the Student Impact Team. All are welcome. Our first meeting is tomorrow after school until 3:00 in room 227.

There will be a BSU meeting after school tomorrow in the community room.

We have a new student lunch this Thursday during all of 4th hour. Students new to our district, you would have received an email about this. Please check your email and RSVP as directed.

The Film Club will hold its first meeting on Friday, September 15th at 2:20pm in the 10/12 Building, room 114. Questions: Contact Dr. Lawrence

Today’s college visit is from Michigan Technological University during all lunches today.

Today is our first lockdown drill. This first drill will be informational. You will discuss Avoid, Deny, Defend response options in the event of an intruder. For future drills or in an actual situation, you will be notified when one of our blue pull stations is activated, initiating an announcement to lockdown. At that point Clinton Township Police will be on their way and you will avoid or deny, which means evacuate or lockdown in your classroom. That decision is made based on the information that you have available to you at the time. The most likely response is to lockdown and to barricade the door, but some classrooms may have a clear exit route and choose that option. The drill or situation will end when your classroom is unlocked and an announcement is made.

Repeat Reminders

Monday, September 11

Today is Patriot Day. On this day, in 2001, 19 al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four airliners and carried out suicide attacks against targets in the United States. Two of the planes were flown into the towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, a third plane hit the Pentagon just outside Washington, D.C., and the fourth plane crashed in a field in Pennsylvania. Over 3,000 people were killed during the attacks in New York City and Washington, D.C., including more than 400 police officers and firefighters. Take a moment today to remember the heroes and victims of 9-11.

Tomorrow we will hold our first lockdown drill. This first drill will be informational. You will discuss Avoid, Deny, Defend response options in the event of an intruder. For future drills or in an actual situation, you will be notified when one of our blue pull stations is activated, initiating an announcement to lockdown. At that point Clinton Township Police will be on their way and you will avoid or deny, which means evacuate or lockdown in your classroom. That decision is made based on the information that you have available to you at the time. The most likely response is to lockdown and to barricade the door, but some classrooms may have a clear exit route and choose that option. The drill or situation will end when your classroom is unlocked and an announcement is made.

 We have a new student lunch this Thursday during all of 4th hour. Students new to our district, you would have received an email about this. Please check your email and RSVP as directed. This is a good reminder to all students to check your school email regularly.

Seniors, please come join us Friday September 15th  from 6 am to 7am for the first ever Senior Sunrise. It will take place right outside the D doors in the west lot. We will have snacks, refreshments and the opportunity for each senior to leave your mark here at Chippewa. 

  Anyone interested in joining HOSA-Future Health Professionals, our first meeting is Monday Sept 11 at 2:15 in room 165.

Join the Student Impact Team. All are welcome. Our first meeting is this Wednesday, after school until 3:00 in room 227.

The moment you’ve all been waiting for has come to announce our 2033 Homecoming Theme! If we could get a drum roll please!

  Attention Big Reds! Pack your bags, Put those seatbelts on and Prepare for takeoff as we announce our electrifying homecoming theme: "Now Boarding: Chippewa HOCO ‘23 Around The World” Get ready for a night of high-flying fun, dazzling decorations, and unforgettable memories. Come dressed in your finest attire as our school transforms into a first-class airport terminal. Explore interactive booths representing destinations from around the world, and get ready to dance throughout the Night! Mark your calendars for October 7th, and get ready to soar with excitement at Chippewa Hoco 23! ✈️��

During the first three hours today, you'll be receiving some reminders about the appropriate use of your laptop. Remember to bring a fully charged laptop to school every day and use it appropriately.

… now let's be ready to learn - hoods off, hats off, earbuds out, phones away -  have a great day!

Friday, September 8

Our Student Government has finalized our homecoming theme for this school year! What do you think it could be? The theme will be announced today during 6th hour.

All athletes interested in joining Student Athletic Advisory Committee please attend a brief meeting at 2:20pm today in the cafeteria.

There will be a Key Club meeting on Tuesday at 2:20 in the cafeteria.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes will meet next Wednesday at 6:30am in room 226.

These are the routing changes for students on Route 21. Some students will change routes. Some students will have different pick up times. And students at Green Valley apartments will have their stop moved to Canal and the Green Valley entrance. This starts Monday. Have your parents go to StopFinder and InfoFinder to see the specific changes.

Thank you for getting this school year off to a good start. After a couple of days you are now finding your way to your lockers and classrooms, so it's a good time to remind you how important it is to be present and on time every hour, every day. Remember that first hour begins at 7:10 this year. And throughout the day, when you hear that 2 minute warning bell, you should be on your way to your next class. We do have an attendance policy that includes detentions, loss of credit, and loss of commencement for too many tardies or unexcused absences. More importantly we know how important on-time-attendance is for your success. This is all part of our CVHS values which you will learn about today.

Also today - it's Fist Bump Friday - greet your fellow Big Reds with a smile and a fist bump. Let's connect with each other. Have a great day!

Repeat Reminders

Juniors and seniors with a GPA of 3.45 and higher, please check your school email for important information about applying to Chippewa Valley’s National Honor Society.

Thursday, September 7

If you did not get your picture taken yesterday, you will need to get one this morning before 10:00am. All students must have their picture taken in order to receive a Student ID card. You need a Student ID card in order to make purchases in the cafeteria, to access materials and resources in the media center, and to enter games and events. Keep your Student ID with you at all times, and take a picture of it to have as a backup.

All athletes interested in joining Student Athletic Advisory Committee please attend a brief meeting at 2:20pm tomorrow in the cafeteria.

There will be a Key Club meeting on Tuesday, September 12th at 2:20 in the cafeteria.

Do you want to learn more about Coalition Teen Council and improve your skills such as public speaking, leadership, and teamwork? If so, CTC is the right fit for you. There will be an interest meeting TODAY during all lunches in the community room (across from the counseling office).

You may be noticing that certain areas of the building are very crowded during passing time. You may want to consider a different route to your next class. There are stairs at the end of B, C, and D hallways.

Our mission at CVHS is to create an environment for success. Part of doing that is to have clear expectations for safety and structure. That is why we've been emphasizing our policies - clear backpacks only and no students in hallways and upstairs until 6:55 - ready to learn - hoods off, hats off, earbuds out, phones away. Another way to create that environment is to say good morning, good afternoon, or hello, how's it going. You are welcome to go outside of the cafeteria during lunch time. You must stay in the area immediately outside of the cafeteria. You should not go into the bleacher area. And please throw all trash away.

Repeat Reminders

Juniors and seniors with a GPA of 3.45 and higher, please check your school email for important information about applying to Chippewa Valley’s National Honor Society.

Wednesday, September 6

Today is picture day. All students must have their picture taken in order to receive a Student ID card. You need a Student ID card in order to make purchases in the cafeteria, to access materials and resources in the media center, and to enter games and events. Keep your Student ID with you at all times, and take a picture of it to have as a backup.

Juniors and seniors with a GPA of 3.45 and higher, please check your school email for important information about applying to Chippewa Valley’s National Honor Society.

All athletes interested in joining Student Athletic Advisory Committee please attend a brief meeting at 2:20pm this Friday, September 8th in the cafeteria.

The Coalition Teen Council will be having a lunchroom table today during all lunches. Stop by, spin the wheel for a giveaway, and find out what CTC is all about.

The school opens at 6:30 AM. At that time you need to go to the cafeteria until 6:55. You should not be upstairs or in the hallways until 6:55. At 6:55, you can go to your locker. Remember that only clear backpacks are allowed during the school day. All other bags should be stored in lockers. On your way to class, when you are greeted by staff with a good morning greeting, be sure to say good morning back. Then, enter the classroom and be ready to learn. The default setting for all classrooms is no hats, no hoods, no cell phones, no earbuds. Unless you hear differently from your teacher, begin every class ready to learn with hoods off, hats off, earbuds out, phones away - have a great day!

Tuesday, September 5

Welcome to a new school year at CVHS! This is Mr. Distelrath, your principal. Feel free to call me Mr. D. I'm looking forward to connecting with you this year. We'll start each day together with the pledge of allegiance and then some announcements about upcoming events and opportunities, accomplishments, expectations and values, and other important information. In addition to hearing the announcements on the PA, you can see them on Mr. D's All Student Schoology Group page. The access code was emailed to you.

Tomorrow is picture day. All students must have their picture taken in order to receive a Student ID card. You need a Student ID card in order to make purchases in the cafeteria, to access materials and resources in the media center, and to enter games and events. Keep your Student ID with you at all times, and take a picture of it to have as a backup.

Juniors and seniors with a GPA of 3.45 and higher, please check your school email for important information about applying to Chippewa Valley’s National Honor Society.

The Student Impact Team is open to ALL students, grades 9-12, who would like to collaborate with the principal and other team members to…Share their voice ~ Work on projects ~ Have an impact ~ Improve our school. Submit an interest form if you would like to Join the Student Impact Team in 2023-2024.. And attend an organizational meeting on Wednesday, September 13, from 2:15 – 3:00 in room 227.

If you are interested in being involved with our school musical, The Spongebob Musical, as a performer on stage or working behind the scenes, please come to the CVHS 10/12 choir room tomorrow (Wednesday) after school from 2:30-3:30 for an informational meeting to learn more about it and to see if it is a good fit for you! This is open to all students 9-12th grade! Everyone has a spot in our show – we do not cut! If you don’t know where to go, ask a teacher for directions to the choir room. We hope to see you there!

Remember that only clear backpacks are allowed during the school day. All other bags should be stored in lockers.

If you arrive to school between 6:30 and 6:55 you must report to the cafeteria. After 6:55 you can go to your locker and first hour.

During class time, you should not be in the hallway without a pass.

During lunch time you are expected to be in the cafeteria, the media center, or a teacher's classroom. You must have a pass for the media center or a teacher's classroom. There will be no food allowed in the media center to begin the year. To leave the lunch room to go to the bathroom or the school store, you must leave your Student ID or your cell phone on the check-out table.

… now let's be ready to learn - hoods off, hats off, earbuds out, phones away - have a great day!