Guidelines
Chi-Hi Student Services Department - April 2024
Pre-ACT Testing
Freshmen and Sophomore students will be taking the Pre-ACT on the morning of April 17th. Students in our virtual programming will be testing at Chi-Hi that day as well. The Pre-ACT is required for all 9th and 10th grade students in Wisconsin as part of our state assessment. The Pre-ACT is practice for the ACT, and is an early indicator of college and career readiness. Stay tuned as more detailed information will be emailed to parents directly.
AP Exam Update
AP students who are planning on taking an AP Test in May should read the AP Exam Update (link below) from Mr. Heidtke. This update includes information such as test dates, times and testing locations.
4th Quarter - Add/Drop Dates
Students who wish to make a schedule change for 4th quarter should be mindful of the following dates:
- Tuesday, April 2 - First day of classes
- Friday, April 5 - Last day to add/change a class
- Friday, May 24 - Last day of school for Seniors
- Thursday, May 30 - End of fourth quarter
Chi-Hi Scholarship News
Senior Scholarship Night
In-Person: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:00pm in the High School Auditorium
Online: Live Stream and a recording will be available on the Chi-Hi website
Do you want a scholarship award included in the program?
Students who have been notified they are receiving a scholarship must report the award to Student Services by Friday, May 10, 2024, for the scholarship(s) to be included in the program. Please submit a separate entry and attach a copy of the scholarship award letter using this link Scholarship Award Letter Form for each scholarship award.
Scholarship information is updated regularly, and applications are available on the Student Services website at https://cfsd.chipfalls.k12.wi.us/schools/high/services/scholarships.cfm or by clicking this link: 23-24 Chi Hi Scholarship Postings
Please email questions or concerns to Liz Pukrop at scholarships@chipfalls.org
CVTC Application Workshop for Juniors and Seniors - No Application Fee
Juniors and Seniors interested in applying for CVTC can attend an application workshop on May 8th and May 15th during Prime Time. Students will receive personalized 1:1 application assistance, and best of all, the $30 application fee will be waived. Students should sign up through Responsive Scheduling.
To complete an application, students will need to bring their Chromebook and know their social security number.
Juniors - Early Graduation Application
In order to be eligible for early graduation, junior students must be able to complete all required coursework and have all necessary credits by the end of the 2nd quarter of their senior year. Early graduation is allowed following 2nd and 3rd quarters only. Any junior interested in early graduation should complete the Early Graduation Application form as soon as possible.
Summer Educational Opportunity for Students!
The John Hopkins University is offering a virtual summer program to students interested in global health and medicine. This international conference is open to students in grades 9-12. Students will learn about issues in global health, public health and medicine through world-class lectures from leaders in these fields, develop connections with like-minded exceptional students, and share their own work and ideas on global health-related topics at the international scale.
For more information and to apply, click this link The Global Health Leaders Conference
Youth Apprenticeship
The Wisconsin Youth Apprenticeship program integrates school-based and work-based learning. Participants will continue taking high school or technical college courses while working as an apprentice at a participating local business. This program is open to all high school juniors and seniors with a career goal, positive attendance record, and who are on track for graduation.
Benefits to Students:
Build a resume for your career portfolio, and/or college scholarship applications
Receive paid on-the-job training while earning high school credits
Develop strong academic, technical and employability skills in a chosen career field
Earn a recognized skills certificate of occupational proficiency from the State of Wisconsin
Develop a network of contacts in your field
For more information, please visit the Career Based Learning Information page that is a part of our online coursebook at https://sites.google.com/chipfalls.org/career-based-learning/youth-apprenticeship-ya?authuser=0
June 8 - ACT Sign Up Deadline Approaching
Students who would like to sign up to take the ACT test in June should sign up through act.org no later than May 3rd. Registrations will be accepted between May 4th and May 19th for an additional fee.
Click the picture to be directed to the ACT's website!
Resource Spotlight
Family Support Center
April is sexual assault awareness month. If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual assault, the Family Support Center is a great resource in our community.
The Family Support Center empowers all individuals, families, and communities to live free from domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and interpersonal violence through education, prevention, and intervention.
All services are free and confidential.
Click here for more information familysupportcentercf.org
Chi-Hi Student Services Calendar of Events
Below is a listing of events that the Student Services Department helps coordinate and/or promote. More specific information will be communicated through Infinite Campus notifications and/or in grade-level newsletters.
March-April - Sophomore Conferencing
April 17 - Pre-ACT Testing (grades 9 & 10)
April 2 - First day of 4th Quarter
April 5 - Last day to add/change a 4th quarter class
April 13 - ACT (National Test Date)
May 6-17 - AP Testing
May 15 - Senior Scholarship Night
May 24 - Graduation
May 30 - Last day of school
June 8 - ACT (National Test Date)
How to Schedule an Appointment
Once the school year begins, students can schedule an appointment to see student services staff through google calendar. A link to their calendars is available on Student Services website: https://cfsd.chipfalls.k12.wi.us/schools/high/services/schedule-an-appointment.cfm
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https://drive.google.com/file/d/167BVjD59ex3MhR1S0wj1mVLBSe_v4XiM/view?usp=sharingGraduation - Honor Cords
Honor cords for graduation are awarded based on the following GPA guides after the second quarter of the senior year:
- Gold - 4.0
- Silver - 3.9 to 3.99
- White - 3.75 to 3.89
To view your current GPA, access your transcript on the Infinite Campus Student Portal under Documents.
Chi-Hi Student Services Office
Website: https://cfsd.chipfalls.k12.wi.us/high/services/
Location: 735 Terrill Street, Chippewa Falls, WI, USA
Phone: 715-726-2406 - 1179