CVHS Counseling Weekly Update
News & Info from your counselors
Vol 1 Num 13 June 12, 2020
Career Spotlight: In demand, high paying jobs in Michigan!
YOU MATTER!! Staying Mentally Healthy this Summer!
AP Update! New info! Please read!
AP Update 6/12
Refunds
Any student who was registered to take and exam and did not do so will receive a refund through their PaySchools account. The amount will be refunded to whatever card was used for the initial purchase.
Refunds will NOT include the $40 late registration fee if you registered for your exam after the Fall deadline.
Please allow several weeks for this refund to be processed. Contact Mrs. Radzinski (sradzinski@cvs.k12.mi.us) if you still have not received a refund after several weeks.
Exception Testing
The “Exception Testing” window is from June 22nd -June 30th
Students who qualify are receiving emails this week confirming their registration status and will be emailed a new e-ticket two days before each exception exam they’re eligible for.
Here are the specific dates and guidelines for “Exception Testing”: https://apcoronavirusupdates.collegeboard.org/educators/taking-the-exams/ap-exam-schedule/exception-testing-dates?SFMC_cid=EM322244-&rid=52670900
Next Steps
Free Score Send: June 30th is the deadline for students to sign into My AP and indicate the college, university, or scholarship program that should receive their free score report. A student's score report will include their AP scores from this year and any previous years. They receive one free score send each year that they take an AP Exam, but if they want to send AP scores to additional colleges, they can do so for a fee. More information about AP scores and sending them here: https://apscore.collegeboard.org/scores?SFMC_cid=EM322244-&rid=30603785
After Exam FAQs: https://apcoronavirusupdates.collegeboard.org/faqs/indepth-for-educators/after-exams
Exam Scoring and Earning Credit and Placement: https://apcoronavirusupdates.collegeboard.org/educators/taking-the-exams/scoring
Summer Work for 2020-21 AP Classes
See the AP Summer Work Page on the Guidance Website: http://cvhsguidance.weebly.com/ap-summer-work.html
Class of 2020
Virtual Graduation Ceremony on Sunday!
Hello Seniors,
We are very excited to present to you, this Sunday, June 14, at 10 AM, your Virtual Commencement Ceremony.
You can access it here: https://chippewa-vhs.stageclip.com/
Feel free to share that link with all of your family and friends. Remember only 2 guests can join you at the In-Person Ceremony. This is your chance for everyone else to see you graduate.
The Virtual Commencement Ceremony Program is attached. You will get a printed copy at the In-Person Graduation Ceremony. The Presentation of Graduates will begin with Summa Cum Laude students in order of GPA and then followed by the rest of the class in alphabetical order.
So put on your cap and gown, gather together with your family, and enjoy the show. You may even want to go outside at the end and toss your cap.
Congratulations Graduates!
In-person Commencement Ceremonies.
We will be hosting In- Person Commencement Ceremonies for our graduates over the course of a three-day span as follows: On Thursday, June 18 at 7:30 PM, Friday June 19 at 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM and on Saturday, June 20 at 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM at our stadium.
Sign-up is now open for our In-Person Commencement Ceremonies.
Directions:
1. After opening link, Click the Green Sign-Up Button in the Time Slot you want.
2. Click the Orange Submit and Sign-Up Button at the bottom of the page.
3. Add your first and last name.
4. Do not add comments, email, or change the quantity (keep it at 1)
5. Click the Orange Sign Up Now Button.
Here is the link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080548A4A829A5FD0-inperson
Thank you!
Class of 2021 and Class of 2022.
Updates from the State about Standardized testing next school year: SAT and PSAT
Public and nonpublic schools that were established to participate in the canceled Spring 2020 SAT with Essay and PSAT assessments in high school are expected to participate in the Fall 2020 assessments for the grade levels listed below (actual testing dates will be posted later):
Class of 2023 - You Made It!
Congrats! You finished your first year of high school during historical times!
Summer is here, and yes you need a break! However, research suggests letting months go by without engaging the brain puts student’s unnecessarily behind come fall. Take advantage of summer to explore & expand your mind, all while having fun! Consider:
- Find a job – with the virus you may need to be creative! Neighborhood yard work? Dog Walking?
- Take a class online– consider looking at classes Macomb Community College or other college/universities offer high school students over the summer. www.macomb.edu
- College Visits – Summer is a great time to visit college campuses (websites!) Many are giving virtual tours.
- Read! – Keep your brain alert by reading something of interest – magazines, newspapers, websites, novels, even comics or teen romance - all have their benefits.
- Visit Khanacademy.org – Practice academic areas of weakness to strengthen over the summer and/or set up an account linking Khan Academy to your PSAT for free test prep!
- Get Creative! Consider trying something new, maybe something you’ve wanted to try but didn’t have the time – write poetry, song lyrics, begin painting, drawing or photography, try writing a short story or comic strip, start a book club, start your own business, learn to fix cars – whatever!
Remember, colleges often look to see what else you’ve been involved in during your high school career, and some scholarships require outside academic involvement. Most importantly, have fun! Take time to relax, stay in touch with family & friends, and enjoy the break – but treat summer as an opportunity, not as a time to check out!
On behalf of everyone at the 9th Grade Center – We wish the entire Class of 2023 a Happy, Healthy Summer and a Bright Future as you transition to the main building next year!
Mrs. Frohock, Mrs. Wall & Mrs. Given ~ 9th Grade Center Counselors
Have you failed a course or are you going to receive an Incomplete grade this semester? Consider Summer School!
Every CVHS student needs 22 credits in the required areas to graduate in June of their senior year.
If you had problems along the way earning credit, consider summer school this summer.
How do I know if I need summer school or not? Ask your counselor. Your counselor's email is listed below.
CVS Summer School will be held remotely 100% online. Students will be working independently, with the support of a certified teacher. Students must provide their own computer and internet access.
Classes begin on Monday, July 6 and close on Thursday, August 6. Late registrations and drop requests close on Thursday, July 9.
Students will register online through the Microsoft Form listed below.
Shortly after submitting the Microsoft Form, a registration confirmation letter will be sent to both the student’s and parent’s email addresses.
The registration confirmation letter must be signed and emailed to the email address listed in the letter.
Parents will be emailed payment instructions following the receipt of the signed registration letter. Cost is $195.00 –one class (0.5 credit) / $390.00 – two classes (1 credit)
Here is the link to register: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=CeokmDkVAEKtn9jDQ0XYJxsUZ6eEEF9OhNB3O_K9LU5UQUNHRFJXT1RROFlCVExSSTVGTzJWOVRNSy4u
Download the full details below:
The Chippewa Valley Schools English Learner (EL) Department is offering virtual summer school classes to continue developing our student’s literacy skills.
Contact your Counselor!
For Grade 9:
Virtual Office Hours are held daily. Email your assigned counselor with any questions or concerns. If you prefer to talk, indicate a day, time and number and we will contact you.
Students Last Names A - Ke:
Mrs. Debbie Wall
Students with Last Names Kf - P:
Mrs. Jennifer Frohock
Students with Last Names Q - R:
Mrs. Nadia Given
For grades 10, 11, and 12:
You can continue to email your counselor anytime and we will respond to your question/concern.
You can also speak with the 10/12 "Counselor of the Day" by phone during our virtual office hours available Monday through Friday 1pm until 2pm. The phone number is 586-738-0456.
Monday - Mrs. Kimberly Koskos
Tuesday - Mr. Scott Merchant
Wednesday - Dr. Dan Lawrence
Thursday - Mrs. Sydney Radzinski
Friday - Mrs. Stephanie Pitcher
Student's Last name: A-Dam
Mrs. Kimberly Koskos
Student's Last Name: Dan-Hur
Mr. Scott Merchant
Student's Last Name: Hus-Mill
Dr. Dan Lawrence
Student's Last Name: Mil-Sel
Mrs. Sydney Radzinski
Student's Last Name: Sem-Z
Mrs. Stephanie Pitcher
If you have an emergency crisis situation and are unable to reach your counselor, you are encouraged to utilize the following resources:
Macomb County Crisis Center: 586-307-9100
Okay to Say: 855-565-2729 or www.michigan.gov/ok2say
Local Police Dpt: Clinton Twp. 586-493-7800 Macomb Twp. 586-469-5151
Stay up to date with Remind.com text messages from your CVHS Counselors:
If you haven't already done so, students and parents are welcome to sign up.
Class of 2020 text @k86966 to the number 81010
Class of 2021 text @de22ake to the number 81010
Class of 2022 text @d9eg2e to the number 81010
Class of 2023 text @6497a6 to the number 81010Don't be alarmed if you occasionally receive a Remind text that you have been removed from our lists: This happens because we have to keep our lists under a certain number. We add you to a new group and the text reminders keep coming.
Resources are available to our families dealing with the impact of the coronavirus:
Read past issues, links below. See you in the Fall!
Vol 1 Num 12: https://www.smore.com/wqkyx
Vol 1 Num 11: https://www.smore.com/9uagq
Vol 1 Num 10: https://www.smore.com/6jvpq
Vol 1 Num 9: https://www.smore.com/6zw7j
Vol 1 Num 8: https://www.smore.com/n56qf
Vol 1 Num 7: https://www.smore.com/1jmnx
Vol 1 Num 6: https://www.smore.com/fktq2
Vol 1 Num 5: https://www.smore.com/fu3r0
Vol 1 Num 4: https://www.smore.com/j7acu
Vol 1 Num 3: https://www.smore.com/4k17e
Vol 1 Num 2: https://www.smore.com/szq8b
Vol 1 Num 1: https://www.smore.com/1d09g