DuneNews
Duneland School news for parents, students and teachers
November 14, 2019 Vo. 54 No. 15
Trojan Guard Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser on Nov. 16
THIS WEEKEND: CHS to present CHICAGO High School Edition
The Chesterton High School Music and Drama Departments will present the musical, "CHICAGO (High School Edition)" by Fred Ebb, Bob Foss and John Kander on Friday and Saturday, November 15 and 16 at 7:00 p.m., and Sunday, November 17 at 2:00 p.m. in the CHS Auditorium, 2125 S 11th Street in Chesterton. Read more...
Ticket prices are as follows: $10 for Adults, $8 for Students and Seniors.
Tickets can be purchased at the CHS Bookstore from 8 a.m.-Noon weekdays or at www.showtix4u.com
CMS Robotics Club Teams Debut Robots
Early in November, Chesterton Middle School Robotics Club debuted four of its robots/teams (A, B, C and D) at a robotics tournament at Crown Point High School. At the tournament, CMS faced robotics teams from four high schools. All four of those schools (Wasasee, Portage, Crown Point and Zionsville) are well established programs. 24 robots competed from all schools. CMS did very well, considering that it was their very first competition ever and they were the only middle school. CMS's Team B placed 11th, Team A placed 18th, Team D placed 20th and Team C placed 22nd. Team B made it to the elimination bracket in one its first rounds and lost in its second round to the eventual champion. Their next competition will be on Saturday, Nov. 23 at Wawasee High School.
American Education Week
American Education Week- November 18-22, 2019 presents all Americans with a wonderful opportunity to celebrate public education and honor individuals who are making a difference in ensuring that every child receives a quality education.
Winter Card Contest 2019
The Duneland School Corporation is excited to announce its 3rd annual Winter Card Contest! All Duneland students in grades K-8 are eligible to participate. Please see the flyer below for contest guidelines. Submissions are due to the student's school art teacher on or before November 26, 2019. Only one entry per student, please. Student winners will be recognized at the mid-January school board meeting. Download the Contest Flyer
2019-2020 Procedures for Delaying/Closing School
As we approach the winter season, please review the attached letter from Superintendent Dr. Chip Pettit regarding the procedures for school closings and/or delays that may occur due to inclement weather...
Duneland School Spirit Wear Online Store
Did you know that the Duneland School Corporation has an online store for ordering all of your Duneland School spirit wear? For your convenience, all of your orders can be shipped to your home for a nominal fee or you can pick-up your online order at Blythe's Team Sports in Valparaiso.
Parents can also purchase P.E. uniforms for students in grades 7-12 and Body Conditioning for 9-12. The uniforms will no longer be available for purchase at CMS / CHS.
The CHS / CMS P.E. and Body Conditioning Uniforms (t-shirt and shorts) are the only items that will be shipped within a few days of ordering. Orders can be sent directly to your home within a few business days for a nominal fee or you can choose to pick up your online order at Blythe's Team Sports in Valparaiso.
Other spirit wear on the site can be ordered during a 14-day window. Orders will then be processed and shipped. Further information is located on the online store site.
Click the button below to enter the online store!
Have you been thinking about joining the Chesterton High School Alumni Association, but just haven't gotten around to it? Or, are you wondering why you should join this newly formed organization?
The CHS Alumni Association was formed to help support the enhancement of the Duneland School Corporations' 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” at our annual banquet to be held in May of each year.
The Chesterton High School Alumni Association welcomes all former CHS alumni, and present and past faculty and staff members of the Duneland Schools to join the Association. Annual membership dues is $15 per alumni or Lifetime membership is a one-time fee of $150.00 minus your age. (Example: $150.00 less your age of 60 years would equal dues of $90.00).
Visit the Duneland School website at www.duneland.k12.in.us and download an application to join today.
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FOR YOUR INFORMATION
The next Duneland School Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 9, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at the Duneland Administration Center, 601 W Morgan Avenue. Duneland School Board meetings are normally scheduled for the first Monday of the month unless noted differently.
Open Swim: Chesterton High School will offer open swim every Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost is $1 for school children and $2 for adults. Please use Entrance 34 at Chesterton High School. Children must be within arms reach at all times. View a copy of the full school year Open Swim schedule
Scholarship Information: Scholarship information can always be found on the CHS College and Career Center site: https://www.duneland.k12.in.us/site/Default.aspx?PageID=786
Duneland Swim Club: 2019-2020 FALL WINTER SEASON Online Registration Now Open at Duneswim.com for returning members for our season that runs through February 14, 2020. Try out to become a full member, or for the Trial Program for New Swimmers: TRIAL #4 November 18; TRIAL #5 January 6; and TRIAL #6 January 27. Tryouts are mandatory for all new swimmers at the Chesterton Middle School Pool through Door #9 or on the first day of the designated trial dates from 4:30-5:15 p.m. All new swimmers must be four (4) years of age and swim 12 ½ yards without touching bottom or side. Please bring a copy of their birth certificate. New swimmers practice from 3:45-4:30 p.m. Visit www.Duneswim.com for returning member practice schedules and more information. Email Coach Christy at kallayfamily@comcast.net with any questions.
Father/Daughter Dance: The Chesterton Lions Club will host their 13th Annual Father/Daughter Dance on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at Chesterton High School. A fun filled evening with dinner, dancing and memories. All proceeds from this event benefit services provided to the Duneland community. For more information contact Robin Smith at 219-916-4549. To order tickets visit www.sweetheartswirl.chestertonlions.org
The 2019-2020 Duneland School Corporation Calendar is available on our website. Click on the link above to open or visit our website at www.duneland.k12.in.us
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Thursday, November 14, 2019
7:30 - 2:45 p.m. CHS Winter ISTEP Retest
1:30-2:00 p.m. BA Ms. Roles Poetry Cafe
2:30 p.m. LE PTO Meeting
4:30 p.m. CMS 7A&B Boys BB-Thom. Jefferson-H
4:30 p.m. CMS 8A&B Boys BB-Thom. Jefferson
4:30 p.m. CMS WR-Col. Wheeler-H
5:30 p.m. CHS Girls V SW-Highland-H
6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Sophomore Parent Night
6 p.m. BA PTO Meeting
BR Picture Retakes
Friday, November 15, 2019
7:30 - 2:45 p.m. CHS Winter ISTEP Retest
10:30-12:30 p.m. BA Frozen Friday
5:30 p.m. CHS Girls JV BB - Munster - H
7 p.m. CHS Girls V BB-Munster - H
7 p.m. CHS Fall Musical Performance
Saturday, November 16, 2019
CMS All-Region Honor Band
8:30 a.m. CMS 7A Boys BB CMS Invite-H
8:30 a.m. CMS WR Pierce Super Dual-Merrillville Interm.
6 p.m. CHS Girls JV BB-Mishawaka
6:30 p.m. CHS Girls V BB-Mishawaka
7 p.m. CHS Fall Musical Performance
Sunday, November 17, 2019
CMS All-Region Honor Band
2 p.m. CHS Fall Musical Performance
Monday, November 18, 2019
American Education Week (Nov. 18-22)
7:30 - 2:45 p.m. CHS Winter ISTEP Retest
6-7 p.m. BA Parent Body Safety Presentation
6 p.m. CHS Girls Fr BB-Valpo-H
Tuesday, November 19, 2019
7:30 - 2:45 p.m. CHS Winter ISTEP Retest
4:30 p.m. CMS 7&8A Boys BB-Barker
4:30 p.m. CMS WR-Fegely-H
Wednesday, November 20, 2019
7-8:45 p.m. CHS Open Swim-Pick up at 9 p.m.
4:30 p.m. CMS 7&8B Boys BB-Union Twp.-H
4:30 p.m. CMS WR-Willowcreek
Thursday, November 21, 2019
LIS Dunebrook Body Safety Presentation
7:30-2:45 p.m. CHS Winter ISTEP Retest
2:30 - 6:30 LE Rise & Roll Pickup-Large Group Rm
4:30 p.m. CMS 7A&B Boys BB-Boston
4:30 p.m. CMS 8A&B Boys BB-Boston-H
7:00 p.m. YO Music Program @ CMS Auditorium
Friday, November 22, 2019
7:30 - 2:45 p.m. CHS Winter ISTEP Retest
5:30/7 p.m. CHS Girls JV/V BB-South Central-H
3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Madrigal Ticket Sales @ CHS Entrance #30
Saturday, November 23, 2019
CHS All-District Honor Band
6 p.m. CHS Boys V BB scrimmage-Munster
Sunday, November 24, 2019
CHS All District Honor Band
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