Class of 2023 Newsletter
March 2023
Spring has (Kind of) Sprung!
WHO TO CONTACT
Mrs. Casey Parker, CHS Principal
Should you have any general questions or concerns about anything happening at CHS, etc., please don't hesitate to contact Mrs. Parker at parkerc@calhounschools.org or parkerc@ccsjackets.org. Her office number is 706-602-6812.
Mrs. Kendra Arnold, 11th & 12th Counselor
Should you have any questions or concerns regarding college applications, college visits, scholarships, graduation, transcripts, etc., please feel free to contact Mrs. Arnold at arnoldk@calhounschools.org or arnoldk@ccsjackets.org. Her office number is 706-602-6779.
Mr. Skylar Benham, Senior Class Sponsor
Should you have any questions regarding the Orlando Grad Bash field trip, Six Flags field trip, prom, Senior Week, or fundraisers benefiting the Class of 2023, please feel free to contact Mr. Benham at benhams@calhounschools.org or benhams@ccsjackets.org. You may also contact him at CMS at 706-629-3340.
Remind - JOIN NOW!
12th Grade Information
Please be sure to check this page periodically for information regarding scholarships, etc.
Scholarship opportunities can be found on the page linked below:
Senior Privileges
Yummy Lix Suckers
Senior Field Trips/Activities
Note - Any senior who receives ISS/OSS, is failing any academic course(s), and/or has chronic attendance/skipping referrals at the time of the trip, will not attend these trips.
Six Flags Grad Nite - Friday, May 5, 2023
What: Exclusive to seniors and chaperones, Grad Nite lets the graduates celebrate all night long in a safe and controlled environment.
When: 8pm-3amCost: $100 (includes transportation and t-shirt) - Season pass holders must still pay the $100 since this is a special event. The last day to purchase a ticket at this price is Thursday, April 13. After April 13, the price will increase to $105. The last day to purchase is at 12pm on April 21;price also includes an all-you-can-eat buffet, a complimentary souvenir, a return ticket to White Water, DJs and dance areas around the park, and foam parties.
Ticket can be purchased here via GoFan. Students who sold 5+ Boston butts, and can receive a discount are listed here. Discounts can only be applied if paid to Mr. Benham - check or cash is accepted.
No refunds will be given, unfortunately. Athletes who are worried about games, etc., we can purchase at will call if necessary. Students worried about school productions that night, Mr. Benham is working on a chaperone/parent/adult bringing those students to Six Flags. These care case-by-case situations. Everyone else needs to purchase tickets ASAP.
Cap & Gown - PRICE IS NOW $90!
Letters of Recommendation
CHS Senior Final Exam Information
Senior Lunch Privilege
STAY TUNED FOR YOUR NEXT OFF CAMPUS LUNCH DATE -
Calhoun High School Prom - May 20, 2023
Time: 8pm-11pm
Tickets: $45 - Tickets can be purchased here.
If you sell suckers, you will receive $10 off the first bag, $5 for each additional bag. This is just for your own ticket, not your date's.
Non-CHS Dates: If you are bringing a date who is not a CHS student or a graduated individual, you will need to complete and submit the form linked here. Hard copies of the form will be in the CHS Main Office to be completed and turned into Dr. Holley as well.
Prom King/Queen Noms/Voting: Nominations ballots will be shared at a later date - The 2022 Homecoming King and Queen can be on court, but CANNOT be voted Prom King & Queen. Voting will take place on-site at 2400 on the River the night of prom on May 20.
School/Senior Calendar
- Grad Bash (Orlando, FL) - April 21-23
- Grad Nite at Six Flags - Friday, May 5
- Senior Week - May 15-20
- Senior Honors Night - May 16 (invitation only)
- Seniors Farewell Assembly/Graduation Parade - Friday, May 19 (Last day on campus)
- Prom - Saturday, May 20 @ 8pm - 209 S. Wall Street Calhoun, GA
- Graduation Practice - Thursday, May 25 @ 7:30am (mandatory for all)
- Graduation - Friday, May 26 @ 8pm - Hal Lamb Field @ Phil Reeve Stadium