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Duneland School news for parents, students and teachers
Thursday, April 29, 2021 Vol. 55 No. 32
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS
Libby Gibson Selected for Indiana All-State Orchestra
CMS/CHS Students Participate in Annual Tri-County Art Exhibit
South Shore Arts is hosting their 47th Annual Tri-County Jr/Sr High School Exhibit online and partially in the Gallery at The Center For Visual and Performing Arts. The exhibit will take place now through May 21, 2021. A virtual awards ceremony will take place on May 7 at 5:30 p.m.
Chesterton High School participants are: Seniors Allison Christian, Aidan Healy, Megan Koster, Isabella Pinto, Danielle Plinovich, Logan Riley, Logan Sprengel, Macey Watkins and Josh Yocum; Juniors Jessica Bouche, Emma Bolinger, Matthew Brown, Sydney Bruce, Kate Caracci, Jordan Foster, Linus Majcherczyk, Trestan Reed and Stella Trent; Sophomores Aubrie Li and Savannah Smith; and Freshmen Summer Machnik and Alex Rubino.
View the Chesterton High School student artwork
Chesterton Middle School participants are: Seventh graders Mila Beale, Paige Engels, Mia Larimer, Chloe Link, Mia Larimer, Han Phan, Lincoln Rhoda, Isabel Bartkus, Lexie Lauzon, Elizabeth Navarro, Cece Post and Claire Vrahoretis; and eighth graders Wyatt Goodwin, Audryana Kennoy, Milena Letic, Marley Mayer, Juliana Perez and Victoria West.
Duneland Elementary Art Exhibit 2021
Representative art work from students in grades K-8 will be on display at the Duneland School 2021 Art Exhibit hosted at the Chesterton Art Center, 115 S. 4th Street in Chesterton, from May 6-26, 2021.
This is an annual display of the best artwork produced by students in the Duneland School Corporation.
These honored students, along with their families and friends, are invited to an opening reception. There will be two (2) receptions and times allotted for different grade levels to accommodate for COVID regulations. This will limit the amount of people in the gallery at the same time. Those having multiple students from the same family in the art show, should pick one of the times to attend.
Opening receptions at the Chesterton Art Center for:
Jackson Elem., Liberty Elem., Liberty Intermediate and Chesterton Middle
Tuesday, May 11 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Bailly Elem., Brummitt Elem., Yost Elem., Westchester Intermediate and Chesterton Middle
Thursday, May 13 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Recommended viewing times for each of the dates above are as follows:
Grades K-2 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Grades 3-4 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Grades 5-6 7:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Grades 7-8 7:30 - 8:00 p.m.
The exhibits are open to the public without cost during Chesterton Art Center hours Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Closed on Sunday.
CHS Music Department Announces ISSMA Organizational Results
Elissa Dortmund
ELEMENTARY TEACHER
of the Year
Kaylene Arizzi
SECONDARY TEACHER
of the Year
Lynne Jenks
EMPLOYEE
of the Year
Each of the winners received a $500 monetary award from the following local sponsors:
McColly Real Estate (Paul Boyter) – Elementary Teacher of the Year
1st Source Bank – Secondary Teacher of the Year
Ellis Electric Inc. – Employee of the Year
In addition, a plaque honoring the winners will be on display at the Duneland School Corporation Administration Center.
2021 Teacher and Employee of the Year Sponsors
CHS is a 2021 Best High School
Chesterton Senior High School is a 2021 Best High School, based on rankings that U.S. News & World Report published in April. Here is the school’s updated U.S. News profile page, with its new National, metro-area, and school-district rankings:
Liberty Elementary Recognized as Common Sense School
Liberty Elementary School has been recognized as a Common Sense School, an honor that recognizes efforts in teaching digital citizenship to young people and engaging the entire school community in this important discussion.
The recognition, announced by Common Sense—a national nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids and families thrive in a world of media and technology, acknowledges the school’s commitment to helping students build skills that are essential for their well-being today—and for the opportunities they'll have tomorrow. Read more...
Lowery Recognized for Volunteerism by NSDA
This week is National Volunteer Week, and the National Speech & Debate Association would like to recognize Chesterton High School teacher Chris Lowery for exemplary volunteerism to promote speech and debate. The NSDA is celebrating the commitment that Mr. Lowery has made to help students in our school district access speech and debate.
Lowery serves on the Northwest Indiana District Committee, which manages the school's local community of speech and debate activities. According to the NSDA, Chris Lowery goes above and beyond in service to the speech and debate community at large by:
- Expanding access to speech and debate by recruiting new programs.
- Providing ongoing mentorship for first time coaches as they learn the ropes.
- Organizing and hosting local tournaments.
- Communicating with local coaches about upcoming events and rules.
- Coordinating recognition opportunities for students and coaches across the district.
Celebrating School Bus Drivers Day on April 30
The Duneland School Corporation will celebrate School Bus Driver Day on Friday, April 30 in honor of all DSC Bus Drivers and transportation personnel for their dedication to the safety of our students. Please take a moment to thank your bus driver this Friday.
CHS to Present Mama Mia! on May 7-9
Those who wish to attend are encouraged to purchase tickets online in advance at showtix4u.com. The online ticket sales will close one hour prior to the event start time OR if the limited capacity is reached.
Online ticket purchase prices are $11 Adults and $7 Students & Seniors.
Tickets will ONLY be sold at the door pending availability on a show by show basis and will cost $1 more ($12/$8) respectively.
Come enjoy the magic of live theatre for the first time in over a year!
As a reminder, masks MUST be worn at all times while inside Chesterton High School. All seating is General Admission and will be marked to adhere to social distancing guidelines.
CHS 2021 Yearbook Sales to End May 14
The last day to buy a 2020-2021 Chesterton High School yearbook is Friday, May 14. Order at www.jostensyearbooks.com
Senior parent ads are available for $10. Get yours before they sell out!
DSC COVID-19 Support Center
Looking for COVID-19 Resources?
Duneland School's Daily COVID-19 Risk Level is located on our COVID-19 INFO Home page along with many other helpful resources.
Quick Reference Guide for Attendance
Check out this...
COVID Screening Tool
COVID-19 Dashboard
The DSC administration has established a COVID-19 dashboard that can always be found on our COVID-19 Support Center webpage. The COVID-19 dashboard (below) will now be updated once per day with all active cases reported, and/or will include cases removed from active status (conclusion of the 10-day isolation period). Below is the COVID-19 Dashboard with the latest update available at time of this publication. Please visit the COVID-19 Support Center for the most up-to-date posting.
Long-Term Capital Improvements
DSC School Board Issues Notice of Adoption of Preliminary Determination
The Duneland School Board of Trustees listened to presentations from DSC Leadership on proposed long-term capital improvements and allowed for public comment during two advertised public hearings as required by statute. The 1st Notice of Preliminary Determination Hearing was conducted on April 5 and the 2nd Preliminary Determination and Project Hearing on Monday, April 12.
Following the 2nd Preliminary Determination and Project Hearing this past Monday, April 12, 2021, the Duneland School Board made a preliminary determination to issue bonds and enter into a lease agreement for the 2021 Safety, Security, Modernization and Improvement Projects, consisting of renovation of and improvements to Chesterton High School; renovation of and improvements to Bailly, Brummitt, Jackson and Liberty Elementary Schools; renovation of or construction of a new Yost Elementary School and renovation of and improvements to Liberty and Westchester Intermediate Schools, including site improvements to all school facilities; and the purchase of real estate, equipment and technology.
Community members may review the presentation and a FAQ document that will be continuously updated throughout the Spring at the DSC website.
Duneland School Summer School Offerings
Duneland K-8 Summer School
Duneland 9-12 Summer School
Classes Offered
Virtually or In-Person
Registration closes June 4, 2021
Click here for more information
DSC 2020-2021 Calendar Changes
ATTENTION PARENTS:
The Duneland School Corporation has made TWO (2) changes to the 2020-2021 DSC Calendar.
- Since there are no elections scheduled in Porter County on Tuesday, May 4, the eLearning day that was previously scheduled on May 4 has been moved to Wednesday, May 5.
- In order to provide additional time for teachers to submit student grades, the eLearning day that was previously scheduled on Wednesday, June 2 has been moved to the last day of the school year for students on Friday, June 4.
Click on the above link or image for a downloadable PDF calendar.
Housing Resources List for Families
School Meals TO GO!
Meals continue to be free for all children through the end of this school year. Each week, parents will preorder online. Please visit our Child Nutrition Services for detailed information regarding meals and meal pickup sites. The links to the meal to go order forms are listed below for your convenience.
IN SCHOOL LEARNERS
Students who participate in the In-School Learning Model will be eligible for Free Breakfast and Free Lunch each day while in school. An order form will be available online to preorder 1 free breakfast and 1 free lunch to be picked up on the Wednesday E-Learning day each week. Meals can be picked up between the hours of 9:30 am and 10:30 am each Wednesday. The form must be submitted online by 9 a.m. each Tuesday to receive meals. Click on link below.
Wednesday Meal To Go Order Form
FULLY REMOTE LEARNERS
Free Meal Pickup for Fully Remote Learners will consist of 5 breakfast and 5 lunch meals with instructions to be prepared at home and will be distributed once a week on Wednesdays between the hours of 3:30 pm and 4:30 pm. (Child must be fully remote to receive the weekly meals.) An order form will be available online to preorder meals. The form must be submitted each week by Monday at 9 a.m. to receive meals. Click on link below.
Seeking Local Business Partnerships for 2021-2022 Program
CHS Internship Program for 2021-22 School Year
Chesterton High School is interested in establishing partnerships with Duneland businesses who would be willing to host a CHS student in an internship position for the 2021-2022 school year and beyond. If you have a business or know of any businesses that would like to participate in the internship program, please contact Chris Roof at croof@duneland.k12.in.us or 219-983-3770.
The goal of the CHS Internship Program is to provide students with structured opportunities to understand the relevance between classroom learning and the work environment, while participating as productive employees/volunteers in a company or organization. These internship opportunities allow students to explore areas of personal and career interests, acquire the skills necessary to be successful employees, and to formulate goals and plans for their futures.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS & PARENTS
Summer 2021 Youth and Middle School Age Football Camps
Click on the links below to get the informational fliers and or camp application.
Chesterton Middle School Team Camp [May 17-20th FREE] (at CMS)!
Current 6th (W.I.S. - L.I.S. & St. Pat’s) and 7th Grade Students that intend to play Middle School or Pop Warner football next fall.
Camp times will be from 3:30-5:15
Little Trojans Football Camp [June 14-17th $60] (at CHS)
Students entering Kindergarten through sixth grade in 2021.
Camp times are K-3 1-2:30 / 4-6 2:30-4:00 pm
Position Specific Camps [Two Sessions - June 7-9 & June 14-16 $45] (at CHS)
Students entering grade 5,6,7, or 8 in 2021 with a desire to develop specific skills for the upcoming season.
Session 1
-Defensive Back and Wide Receiver Skills Camp
Mon. through Wed. June 7th - 9th (2:00 – 3:30 p.m.)
Session 2 (These two camps will run at the same time).
-Quarterback & Running Back Skills Camp
or
-Off. & Def. Lineman & Linebacker skills camp
Mon. through Wed. June 14h - 16th (2:00 – 3:30 p.m.)
We’re looking forward to seeing our Future Trojan Football Players!
Questions / Registration: Mark Peterson
Head Football Coach
Chesterton High School
219-983-3730 Ext. 7249Free 7th Grade Volleyball Clinic Offered
Chesterton 7th Grade (Fall 2021) Volleyball Clinic
WHEN: Fridays: 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14. TIME: 7:00-8:30 PM
WHERE: Chesterton High School Main Gym (Door 31)
COST: Free (Just show up ready to learn and have fun!)
This year, CHS is inviting rising 7th graders to participate in the limited contact series at the high school. Training will consist of volleyball skills and concepts. Players will be coached by CHS staff and varsity athletes. This is open to anyone who lives in the Duneland School district and all skill levels are welcomed. Players should bring shoes, water bottle, kneepads, and should be dressed in athletic clothing.
For more information contact: Amber McCaw, Varsity Volleyball Coach at 219.613.2167 or
CHS Volleyball Summer Camp
Chesterton High School will host a Summer Volleyball Camp in the CHS Main Gym from May 24-27 for the following grades:
Grades 4th-6th (fall 2021): 4:30-6 PM
Grades 7th & 8th (fall 2021): 6-8PM
Follow this link to sign up for summer camp: https://form.jotform.com/210825263018146
For more information contact amber.mccaw@gmail.com
SAVE THE DATE: CHS Trojan Football Golf Outing Fundraiser
FORMAT: FOUR PERSON TEAM (18-Hole Scramble)
START TIME: 1pm-SHOTGUN START (registration begins at 11:30)
COST: $100 per person (includes cart, green fees, range balls, 2 beverage
tickets and All-American grill dinner)
AWARDS: Prizes will be awarded to the winning team. Individual prizes will also be
awarded for the longest drive and closest to the pin. Auctions and raffles
will also take place.
All proceeds will benefit the Chesterton High School Football Program.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 2, 2021
NOTE: MONEY MUST BE RECEIVED BY DEADLINE: NON-REFUNDABLE
3 Methods of Payment:
*Check and registration form sent to:
CHS Football Boosters
Attn: Jeff Cunningham
210 Sandpiper Drive
Chesterton, IN 46304
*Check and registration form dropped off to the CHS Athletic office.
*Purchase online with EVENTBRITE
Registration form must also be turned in.
NorthShore Clinic for ALL DSC Students located at CMS
Duneland School Corporation has partnered with NorthShore Health Services to establish a school-based health clinic that is now located in Chesterton Middle School.
This partnership will provide access to healthcare for ALL Duneland School students.
Some of the services include:
- Strep Throat
- Ear Infections
- Immunizations
- Sports Physicals
- Treatment for pink eye
- Rashes
- Behavioral health services and referrals
Duneland parents interested in using the school-based clinic for their child will need to have a signed consent form on file. Consent forms are available from your Duneland school nurse or can be obtained at the NorthShore clinic where the visit is scheduled.
Currently Open: Mondays from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. (when school is in session)
Call: 219-983-3776 x7020 to schedule an appointment
Duneland Boys & Girls Club offers Duneland Co-ed Flag Football
The Duneland Boys and Girls Club is offering Duneland Co-ed Flag Football registration now through May 7. The League will run from May 19-July 17. There are three divisions: Biddy 5-7, Junior 8-10, and Senior 11-14. The cost for all our ages is $50, and an extra $15 for a league jersey. Practices Sill be on Wednesdays @ 6:00 p.m. and games will be Saturday mornings/early afternoons. If you have any questions please contact Natalie Lotz or Chris Geiger (219) 926-9770. Visit https://www.bgcgreaternwi.org/leagues/chesterton/ to learn more.
APRIL REFERENDUM SPOTLIGHT
1:1 Student Device Integration
Educators today must meet the needs of a much broader, diverse group of learners than has been served in the past. As opportunities spread further in Indiana and across the country, school districts are improving the academic experience for the student by beginning to integrate blended learning into their classroom practice to help support the unique needs of each student. All Duneland School students in grades K-12 are provided with a computer device. The school corporation issues devices to users to provide a consistent user experience for the student and the teacher so that the device is not a barrier in the classroom. The addition of technology will never diminish a teacher having the professional freedom and flexibility to use a variety of blended learning models. Successful student outcomes derive from a quality classroom experience.
For more operating referendum information, visit: https://www.duneland.k12.in.us/domain/367
INTERNET CONNECTIVITY & IT SUPPORT
Contacting IT Support
The Duneland School Corporation IT department is committed to making hybrid and remote learning models as successful as possible. To get your problems solved as fast as possible:
- Open a new Freshservice ticket:
- AV number is typically located on a sticker on the back/bottom of the device
- Serial number is also acceptable
- AV number is typically located on a sticker on the back/bottom of the device
- Open a Freshservice ticket by sending an email to: helpdesk@duneland.k12.in.us
- Please be sure to include email address, student or staff name, and a description of the problem
- Please use the above best methods to contact the DSC IT Department.
Device Repair
In some cases there will be issues that cannot be resolved remotely. If you have a device that has sustained physical damage (i.e. cracked screen, broken keyboard), please fill out the form below. After submitting the form, a member of the IT department will contact you to schedule your service appointment.
After-Hours Technical Support
After-hours IT Support hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday - until 7:00 p.m.
Call: 219-983-3759
Anonymous Tip Line
Do you have a safety or security concern at Duneland that you'd like to make us aware of? Please contact us by email or phone (contact information), or Use our Anonymous Tip Line
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
Celebrate Your Favorite Duneland School Teacher(s)
Nominate DSC Teachers of Excellence today!
View DSC Teachers of Excellence on our website
UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS
This calendar of events is subject to change
Thursday, April 29, 2021
3:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. LIS/JA/LES Instrument Selection Night - CMS
4:30 p.m. CHS Boys V Golf C/CP/V-Valparaiso (Forest Park GC)
4:30 p.m. CHS Girls V TN-LaPorte
4:30 p.m. CMS Girls Track & Field @ CMS
4:30 p.m. CMS Boys Track & Field @ Fegely Middle School
4:45 p.m. CMS Tennis Match @ Chesterton High School
7 p.m. WIS Spring Choir Concert - WIS
Friday, April 30, 2021
CHS ISSMA State Qualifying Contest (B/O) - TBA
4:30 p.m. CHS Boys JV Bsb-Hobart
4:30 p.m. CHS Girls JV/V SB-Lake Central-H
4:45 p.m. CHS Boys Fr Bsb-Lowell
5 p.m. CHS Boys V Bsb-Hobart
5 p.m. CHS Girls V TR-Princess Relays-Mishawaka
Saturday, May 1, 2021
CHS ISSMA State Qualifying Contest (B/O) - TBA
8 a.m. CHS Boys V Golf Invitational-Wawasee
TBD CHS Boys JV Bsb-Northridge/Elkhart@Northridge HS
10 a.m. CHS Boys V Bsb-Northridge/Elkhart@Northridge HS
CHS Prom - off site
Monday, May 3, 2021
5:15 p.m. CMS Tennis Match @ Lake Central High School
Teacher Appreciation Week, May 3-7
6 p.m. Duneland School Board Mtg.-CMS Aud.
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
4 p.m. CHS Boys V Golf-LaPorte/M’ville@LaPorte
4:30 p.m. CHS Boys Fr Bsb-Hobart-H
4:30 p.m. CHS Boys JV Bsb-LaPorte
4:30 p.m. CHS Boys V Bsb-LaPorte
4:30 p.m. CHS Girls JV SB-Crown Pt.
4:30 p.m. CHS Girls V SB-Crown Pt.
4:30 p.m. CHS Girls V TN-Valpo
4:30 p.m. CHS Boys V TR-Crown Pt/LaPorte@Crown Pt.
4:30 p.m. CHS Girls V TR-Crown Pt/LaPorte-H
4:30 p.m. CMS Boys Track & Field @ Col. Wheeler
4:30 p.m. CMS Girls Track & Field @ CMS
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
eLearning Day
4:30 p.m. CHS Boys Fr Bsb-Hobart
4:30 p.m. CHS Boys JV Bsb-LaPorte -H
4:30 p.m. CHS Boys V Bsb-LaPorte-H
4:30 p.m. CHS Girls JV SB-Portage
4:30 p.m. CHS Girls V SB-Portage
6:00 p.m. CHS 5% Banquet (by invitation only)
Thursday, May 6, 2021
4 p.m. CHS Boys V Golf-Mich. City/Lk. Central-H
4:30 p.m. CHS Girls V TN-Portage
4:30 p.m. CMS Boys Track & Field @ CMS
4:30 p.m. CMS Girls Track & Field @ Taft Middle School
7 p.m. LIS Orchestra Spring Concert-LIS
Friday, May 7, 2021
5 p.m. CHS Boys V TR Relays-Valpo
7 p.m. CHS Spring Musical Performance -CHS Auditorium
Saturday, May 8, 2021
9:00 a.m. CMS Boys & Girls Track & Field @ Plymouth
10 a.m. CHS Boys Fr Bsb Tournament-Mishawaka
10 a.m. CHS Girls JV SB-Illiana Christian-H
10 a.m. CHS Girls V SB-Illiana Christian
10 a.m. CHS Boys V TR-CHS Boys DAC-Valpo
Noon CHS Boys V Golf Lafayette Jefferson Hall of Fame Invite-Coyote Crossing
12:00 p.m. CMS Varsity Tournament @ Chesterton High School
2 p.m. CHS Spring Musical Performance -CHS Auditorium
5 p.m. CHS Girls V TR-DAC Meet-Valpo
7 p.m. CHS Spring Musical Performance -CHS Auditorium
Sunday, May 9, 2021
2 p.m. CHS Spring Musical Performance -CHS Auditorium
Monday, May 10, 2021
4:30 p.m. Unified Track & Field-Lk. Central/LaPorte@CHS
4:30 p.m. CMS Tennis Match @ Chesterton High School
4:30 p.m. CMS Girls Track & Field @ Hobart Middle School
4:30 p.m. CMS Boys Track & Field @ CMS
7 p.m. CMS Choir Concert- Goldsborough Gym
Duneland Schools Spirit Store
Did you know that Duneland Schools has an online Spirit Wear Store where you can buy your Duneland spirit wear?
Purchase your CMS/CHS student P.E./Strength Training uniforms (shorts and t-shirts) online and arrange to have them delivered to your home or pick up at the store.
$50 Special Offer Lifetime Alumni Association Membership
Thinking about joining the Chesterton High School Alumni Association, but just haven't gotten around to it? Are you wondering why you should join this newly formed organization?
COVID-19 has limited our fundraising efforts this past year, so the Chesterton High School Alumni Association would like to offer an opportunity to former alumni, present and past faculty and staff members of the Duneland Schools to join the Association for only $50 for a Lifetime charter membership. This limited special membership opportunity will be available from March 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022.
The CHS Alumni Association was formed to help support the enhancement of the Duneland School Corporation’s educational processes and scholarships for graduating seniors at Chesterton High School. Your dues in the organization will help the group to continue to grow and present more and more of our graduates college assistance. We will also enshrine teachers, administration, support staff and graduates (alumni) into their respective ''Halls of Fame”. Just recently the Alumni Association inducted three retirees into the Hall of Fame - Becky Dunbar, support staff member; James Cavallo, teacher; and Garry Nallenweg, administrator. Read more...
CHS REUNIONS
If you are on a planning committee for your Chesterton High School reunion, please email us with reunion information so that we can include it on the DSC Website. Please include a daytime telephone number in case we need to contact you by phone.
For additional information on the currently planned reunions visit the website link above.
Duneland School Corporation
Inspire | Engage | Empower
Email: bmartinson@duneland.k12.in.us
Website: www.duneland.k12.in.us
Location: 601 West Morgan Avenue, Chesterton, IN, USA
Phone: 219-983-3600
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dunelandschools/
Twitter: @dunelandk12