CHS Cougar News
August 16, 2020
From the Principal's Office
Hello CHS students, parents, and guardians!
This week's CHS Cougar News will be fairly short so please review last week's message and Dr. Brewer's message (below) for more information. If at any time you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out via phone call or email. Enjoy those last few weeks of summer vacation!
Mrs. Franz
A Letter From Our District Administrator
8-11-2020
Dear CCSD Families,
The desire of the District is to keep our families informed as new information arises pertaining to the reopening of school for the 2020-2021 school year. The CCSD Leadership team developed an FAQ to assist constituents with commonly asked questions. The FAQ will be a working document as questions arise. Also included below is a message from our transportation partners, GoRiteway.
Last Friday, we shared with you an important message pertaining to the reopening which included:
CCSD Reopening Guide that delineates the Academic Model determined by the Board of Education, including other pertinent information to safely reopen schools.
Registration for the 2020-2021 school year is underway. Online registration is accessible via the district website. Due to health and safety guidelines, on-site registration is available by appointment only beginning August 10th. Please call Mrs. Char Schoonover at 608.676.5482 ext. 2407 to schedule an appointment.
The following is information from the Rock County Health Department we shared:
Your continued support and patience is greatly appreciated and please reach out to district personnel if you have questions.
Dr. Jim Brewer, District Administrator
Clinton Community School District
608-676-5482
Registration
Students participating in Clinton Connect still need to be registered.
For help with registration call and speak to Donna Wenk-Rost in the CHS main office.
Cohorts
Picture Day
Picture day will be on September 8th for Cougar Cohort students, and on September 10th for Pride Cohort students. Students who are doing their learning through Clinton Connect can come in either day to have their picture taken. Please call the office to make an appointment as our photographers will only be at the school for a portion of the day.
Backpacks
Senior Responsibility Pass Option Now Extended to Juniors and Sophomores!
The following standards and expectations apply for release:
The student must have a Cumulative GPA of 3.0
The class period is scheduled as a study hall
The student had zero failing grades in the semester prior to application
The student had zero referrals in the semester prior to application
The student had zero unexcused absences in the semester prior to application
The student had not be absent more the ten (10) times in the previous two semesters (Dr. notes exempt)
Conditions which terminate this privilege:
Truancy – any unexcused absence
Any referral written – Major or Minor
A failing grade at any grading checkpoint
Parent requested revocation
Involvement in any unlawful or delinquent activities during release
Not returning to school in a timely manner
If the student uses more than the ten (10) allotted absences (Dr. notes exempt)
Parameters of Responsibility Pass:
The student must be out of the building prior to the start of the next class
The student must leave school grounds or may choose to sign in to meet with a teacher
The student must sign in and out at the main office
If the Responsibility Pass is revoked the student will report to an assigned study hall
If you (1) Are a student enrolled in the Cohort Model; (2) in grades 10, 11 or 12; (3) who meets the eligibility requirements listed above, and (4) are interested in applying for a Responsibility Pass, then click the button below to apply.
APPLICATIONS DUE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4!
Senior Photo Recommendations
This is a very exciting and busy time of year for our upcoming seniors; therefore, the CHS Clintonia Yearbook staff would like to provide you with the following portrait requirements and due dates for the yearbook:
SENIOR PORTRAIT REQUIREMENTS: Photos should be submitted by November 13, 2020. The attachment explains the online photo submission more in depth.
****Parents and Seniors please understand that you may absolutely have your pictures done any way that you wish but because of the formatting of the yearbook templates certain shots work much better in the book. As far as props etc. they should be appropriate or the pictures will not be used. We list these requirements and suggestions to help you make sure that your senior photo is put into the yearbook-we don’t want anyone left out!
No props of any kind.
COLOR photos, please. No black and white.
Digital photos should be saved with high resolution with- a minimum of 300 DPI.
Students must follow the school dress code. Although it is summer, students must have their shoulders and bodies adequately covered.
Note: Seniors you also have the option of using the Lifetouch School portraits that will be taken on September 8th ( students A-K) or September 10 ( students L-Z).
****Pictures submitted not following the above mentioned requirements may not be used.
****All freestyle photos are welcome in our Ad for Grad section of the book. More information will be forthcoming about Grad Ads.
BABY PICTURE REQUIREMENTS: Baby photos must be submitted by Friday, November 13, 2020 (This picture will be placed in the Senior Section of the yearbook.)
No nude pictures at any age.
Quality photos (clear, focused, good contrast).
No photocopies - pictures must be originals.
Print name on the back of each photo submitted—Sharpie is best!
*We take great care to return all pictures; however; mishaps do occur, please do not send irreplaceable pictures.
If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact Mary Zeimentz at mazeimentz@clintonwis.com
How Do I Order My 2020-21 Yearbook?
This year, students and parents have several choices about ordering yearbooks. You may order one through student fees on Skyward until November 13, 2020. You may also order through jostens.com (they even offer payment plans!). Finally, you can bring in a check to Mrs. Zeimentz (made out to CHS) who will order one for you. Yearbooks are $60 until November 13, 2020. After this date, yearbooks will cost $65. Don’t miss these memories of a year unlike any other! For more information or if you have any questions about this process, contact mazeimentz@clintonwis.com .