The Cedar Ridge Weekly
October 25, 2020
Message from Dr. Ramirez
Hello CRHS Learning Community,
We did it! We completed our first ever remote learning quarter. Only one more to go before we come back to school on Plan B. Thank you for working with us to make our remote learning plan work the best it could. We have learned much and appreciate your partnership. Although I sent this document in September, OCS has added more resources to support families. Check out the Chromebook and Resources for Middle and High School Students.
There is no school on Monday, October 25. Teachers are using this day for grading and planning. Grades will be posted on November 4.
Wishing you and your family a great week!
Sincerely,
Dr. Ramirez
Calendar
Please note: Please see our website banner entitled "Parent Meetings" for meeting links
Oct. 19-30: CFNC Countdown to College-Application fees waived for selected private and state schools through CFNC
Oct. 25: Teacher Workday- No school for students
Oct. 26-28: Senior Freestyle Pictures, by appointment only (see school website)
Oct. 26: Student ID Cards available for pick up at the main office
Oct. 27: IB Booster Club Meeting, 6:00-7:00 (see link below)
Oct. 29: XC and VB Parent Meeting, 6:00 (see link below)
Oct. 29: Picture Make UP for 9th-11th students, 3:00-6:00
Oct. 30: Picture Make-UP for 9th-11th students, 8:30-3:00
Nov. 3: Remote Learning Day: Asynchronous Day
Nov. 4: 1st Quarter Grades Posted
Nov. 7: SAT Testing at CRHS, AM
Nov. 9: IB Information Night, 6:00-7:00
Nov. 11: Veteran's Day- No School
Nov. 25-27: Thanksgiving Holiday
Jan. 25: First day of the 2nd Semester
Counseling Updates - Check it out
The Counselor Bulletin October 25
Ridge Time Topics this Week
10/26 - Teacher Workday
10/28- Remote Learning Tips
CRHS IB News- Rescheduled Parent Information Meeting
Rescheduled IB Boosters Meeting this Wednesday, October 28 from 6-7
Please join us this Wednesday evening for our monthly IB Boosters meeting. The agenda includes the election of our president-elect, a report from our treasurer, an update on IB exams from Ms. Campbell, and an opportunity to ask college prep questions with a member of our counseling department. We hope to see you there!
Topic: IB Parent Boosters Meeting: Wed. Oct. 28 6-7 pm
Time: Oct 28, 2020 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://orange-k12-nc-us.zoom.us/j/93778464437?pwd=NnNOamVLTmpTL3h1OVM1S2tIcTROQT09
Upcoming IB Information Night on Monday, November 9 from 6-7
All interested pre-IB families and students are encouraged to attend our second IB Information Night for this school year, which is coming up on Monday, November 9 from 6-7 pm. If you are interested, RSVP here to receive the zoom link via email.
**This session will include Q&A opportunities and resources in both English and Spanish!**
Tabitha Campbell, NBCT
OCS IB Diploma Program Coordinator
IB English Language & Literature, English II Honors, English II
Gender and Sexualities Alliance
Cedar Ridge High School
(919) 245-4000 ext. 21110
Athletics Update: Volleyball and Cross Country Parent Meeting
Hello parents and athletes,
There will be a required parent meeting for cross country and volleyball on Thursday, Oct. 29th beginning at 6 pm. This meeting will be virtual. Please plan to attend if your son or daughter is trying out for cross country or volleyball as important information will be discussed.
Andy Simmons A.D. is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Required Parent Meeting Cross Country and Volleyball
Time: Oct 29, 2020 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86960297626?pwd=S1ZyS1R3ZWZ2VG9ETVEvZWRTaUxPUT09
Meeting ID: 869 6029 7626
Passcode: Xv94Yu
Update: Underclassmen Yearbook / Student ID Picture Retakes and Makeups
- Picture packages for students in grades 9, 10 and 11 who ordered them are available in the main office for pickup.
- Thursday, October 29: 3:00pm-6:00pm
- Friday, October 30: 8:30am-3:00pm
- No appointment necessary
- No purchase necessary
- Pictures will be used in the yearbook and to make student ID cards
- Both makeup pictures (for those who missed in August) and retakes (for those who want them redone) available
- Last chance for grade 9, 10, and 11 to have pictures made
- Questions? Email Strawbridge Studios at cservice@strawbridge.net
Update: Freestyle Pictures for Seniors
- Make appointment online with Strawbridge: expressionsbystrawbridge.setmore.com
- Pay sitting fee when you make your appointment
- Indoor and outdoor pictures will be taken (weather permitting)
- Arrive dressed in your picture outfit
- Bring items you want in pictures (letter jackets, instruments, etc.) - but no animals.
- Questions? Email Strawbridge Studios at cservice@strawbridge.net
Yearbooks Available to Purchase
- Lowest price of the year
- Order online at jostens.com
- Payments via check, money order, or credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, PayPal)
- Payment plans available
- Questions? Call Jostens 1-877-767-5217
Students Can Check out Books! A Message from Mrs. Bradley, Media Specialist
Curbside library book pickup service is here! Watch this one-minute video to learn how to place books on hold using the card catalog, or complete this form to jump straight to making a request. Email Ms. Bradley (erin.bradley@orange.k12.nc.us) with questions or for more information.
Senior Formal Yearbook Picture Proofs
- Proofs were emailed on October 16, 2020.
- If links in the email did not work, go to strawbridge.net and use the access code in the email to view proofs.
- Be sure to choose a yearbook pose!
- Questions? Email Strawbridge Studios at cservice@strawbridge.net
Senior Yearbook Ads - Deposit Deadline Extended
- $50.00 deposit due by November 13, 2020 to reserve space.
- Ad materials due by December 1, 2020.
- Full payment due by January 5, 2021.
- Quarter page ads (1-2 pictures and a message): $175
- Half-page ads (1-6 pictures and a message): $275
- Full-page ads (1-15 pictures and a message): $375
- Purchase online (jostens.com) or at school (cash, check, or money order - make payable to CRHS Yearbook)
- If paying at school, put payment in an envelope with name of senior and size of ad needed.
- More information, including how to submit materials, available here.
- Want a personal consultation session? Reserve a 20-minute session by emailing erin.bradley@orange.k12.nc.us
CCP Registration Deadlines
CCP spring registration opens for returning students starting November 2nd. New students begin registering on November 9th. In order to ensure that students are ready to register, Ms. Afanador will advise students through October 30th. She will then turn her attention to seniors who applied to Durham Tech during College Application Week. Our goal is to have all student advising completed by October 30th. Those who miss the deadline can contact ccp@durhamtech.edu for support.
Students who have completed an information session and are interested in enrolling for spring must complete their advising with Ms. Afanador by October 30th. Students, please check your Durham Tech email for information about registration for spring.