MUSTANG MINUTE
DECEMBER
December 13, 2021
Mustangs,
We made it! The semester is coming to a close and finals are coming up at the end of the week. We look forward to finishing the semester #MustangStrong.
Sincerely,
Megan J. Hatswell
Principal-Chugiak High School
SCHEDULE CHANGE REQUEST FORM AND INFORMATION
Class change requests for Semester 2 will begin via our online system starting today, December 6th through January 7th. Please check our website for links to the form. Please remember this form is for semester long elective request changes only.
· ALL Class changes need to be submitted via the google form (not email)
· Class changes are intended to modify semester long elective options only. Please do not request teacher changes.
· The counseling team will work hard to accommodate student needs in the best way possible, but please note not all class changes are available due to class caps.
· Class changes will be accommodated as quickly as possible. Please allow your counselor a few days to get to your request.
FINALS SCHEDULE
Monday, December 13th ---Regular Monday Late Start Schedule
Tuesday, December 14th --- Friday School Schedule (Periods 1-6)
FINALS: Wednesday, December 15th Period 1 7:30am – 9:25am Passing 9:25am – 9:35am Period 2 9:35am – 11:25am Lunch 11:25am – 12:10pm Period 3 12:10pm – 2:00pm
FINALS: Thursday, December 16th Period 4 7:30am – 9:25am Passing 9:25am – 9:35am Period 5 9:35am – 11:25am Lunch 11:25am – 12:10pm Period 6 12:10pm – 2:00pm
King Tech will be operating on the following schedule for the 1st Semester Finals:
Wednesday, December 15th: Full Day with A.M. Session students: Report time is 8:00 a.m.
Thursday, December 16th: Full Day with P.M. Session students: Report time is 8:00 a.m.
Morning and afternoon busses will operate on the normal schedule. This will allow students using district buses to arrive in a timely manner for final exams. No mid-day buses for these two days.
Note: Semester exams are not administered early per ASD Board Policy. However, students who miss the exams and have an excused absence are eligible to make up any missed finals after the exam is given. Students should make arrangements with their teachers to take missed exams upon return to school second semester. It is advisable to take make up exams the first or second week of return to school. Students participating in winter or spring activities/sports should make up their exams as soon as possible to be better positioned to meet eligibility requirements.
TIPS FOR STUDYING FOR FINALS AT HOME
Create a designated study space for yourself!
Form a study group. Work with your classmates!
Set a study schedule and let everyone around you know about it. Support is always a good thing!!
Get a change of scene every once in a while. Step outside and get some fresh air!
Cramming doesn't work—the best way to study is what's called distributed practice. A little at a time will go a long way- start today!
Eat well and snack smart. Get plenty of sleep!
FINALS WEEK
Finals Spirit Week (December 15th-16th)
Wednesday and Thursday: Ugly Sweater and Hat/Sock days (Dress for both or feel free to participate in 1).
Gift Card Drive from Nurse Amy
For the past 8 years, nurse Amy has organized a gift card drive for families in need. Cards from Fred Meyer, Wal-Mart, Carrs, and Three bears are preferred. Please turn cards into Nurse Amy for distribution. Any amount is greatly appreciated!
YEARBOOK
Senior Portraits due Thursday!
Senior Photos are due Thursday by 2pm. If your senior does not submit their photo by then, we will use their school photo. If they did not sit for a photo on picture day this year, they will be listed as not pictured. Please be sure to get this completed soon! ACMS, King Tech, Raven, PAIDEIA, and other seniors who are now enrolled full-time in alternative programs who still identify as a Mustang are welcome to submit senior portraits as well, as long as they don't participate in any sports or activities at another big eight high school.
Students will need to log onto their ASD Google Account and then go to bit.ly/mustang2022. The submission form includes submitting your senior quote and completing an optional extra dozen questions for more chances to be featured in the Yearbook!
Senior Tribute Ads due January 8th!
Senior Tribute Ad sales end January 8th. After the 8th, ads will only be accepted if space is available or with a $25 late fee. We have to submit our total page count in January. Adding pages after that incurs a late fee, which we can pass on to you. Please email handeland_mackenna@asdk12.org by December 17 if you have questions about completing your tribute info over the break. Go to www.yearbookforever.com to purchase. Prices range from $75-200. We've added a quarter-page option this year to provide a lower price point for families overwhelmed by all the senior-year investments.
MATH TUTORIAL SESSIONS OFFERED DAILY AT LUNCH
These tutoring sessions are staffed by our own math teachers MONDAY-FRIDAY. You can meet new friends, work together with your classmates, get acq uainted with the math teachers of Chugiak High School, and get help with your math. You may bring your lunch.
Don’t wait until you are in trouble to get help. Come regularly any time you don’t understand the concepts. Math Tutorial is also a QUIET PLACE TO STUDY for ANY SUBJECT
AFTER SCHOOL STUDY HALL
Is the end of the semester approaching a little too quickly? Do you need a quiet place to work and get help with your assignments? Please join Ms.Miller in room 12 Monday-Thursday from 2:15-3:30pm for After School Study Hall. You can use this time to ask questions or work independently. You do not need permission to attend.
CHS TESTING CENTER
This is for students needing to make up missing tests and assessments. Ms. Jones hosts the testing center from 6:30am-7:30am every Tuesday and Thursday. This is a great opportunity for students who have been absent to make up tests and quizzes.
ACTIVITIES UPDATE
HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM ACTIVITIES!
Questions? Call Rebecca @ 907-742-3067
Go Mustangs!
Travis Morgan
Assistant Principal, Student Services & Activities
Chugiak High School
907-742-3071
Chugiak High School
Website: asdk12.org/Chugiakhigh
Location: 16525 South Birchwood Loop Road, Chugiak, AK, USA
Phone: 907-742-3050
Twitter: @ChugiakHS