The Cedar Ridge Weekly
9.19.21
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Message from Dr. Ramirez
This is going to be a busy parent engagement week at CRHS. We are holding a series of grade-level parent meetings designed to inform you about the year and what to expect as a student and parent.
Additionally, we are holding a major college fair on Wednesday, from 5:00-7:00, at CRHS. No advance registration is required. Simply show up with a mask and follow our safety protocols. We expect to have over 60 colleges and universities present. College booths will be set up throughout the school. Come to the main office to get your map!
I wish to thank all of our driving parents who are honoring our drop-off and pick-up policies. You are appreciated!
I hope you all have a great week.
Sincerely,
Dr. Ramirez
- Committed
- Dedicated
- Spirited
Calendar with Important Dates
(See Athletics Section for game dates and times)
Sept 21: Last Day to Register for SAT
Sept. 21: Senior Class Parent meeting: Topic- Senior Year Graduation Planning, 6:30 & 7:00 in Spanish
Sept. 22: In-person College Fair @ CRHS, 5:00-7:00 pm
Sept. 22: 9th Grade Parent Night (virtual), 6:00 pm
Sept. 23: 10th Grade Parent Night (virtual), 6:00 pm
Sept. 28: School Pictures, ALL GRADE LEVELS & STAFF
Sept. 28: Senior Class Parent meeting: Topic- College App. Process, 6:30 & 7:00 in Spanish
Oct. 2: SAT
Oct. 5: Senior Class Parent meeting: Topic- Paying for College! , 6:30 & 7:00 in Spanish
Oct. 12: Senior Class Parent meeting: Topic- Community College, 6:30 & 7:00 in Spanish
Oct. 19: Senior Class Parent meeting: Topic- Workforce options: internships, apprenticeships, certifications and other options, 6:30 & 7:00 in Spanish
Oct. 22: End of First Quarter
Nov. 3: Reports Cards live in PowerSchool
Nov. 11: Veteran's Day (no school)
To see all of the OCS calendars, click this link
To see all ACT and SAT Registration and Testing Dates, click this link
Please note: All meeting links will be available on our school website.
Cedar Ridge High School Athletics Updates
Below is the schedule of athletic events for Cedar Ridge High School for the week of Sept. 20 - 25. Please be aware of the proper protocol and procedures.
- Orange County Schools requires that athletes, coaches, and spectators wear face masks at all indoor events at all times. Concessions are not sold inside events.
- Athletes, coaches, and support staff are required to wear face masks at all outdoor events. Orange County Schools require spectators at outdoor events to wear face masks. Concessions are not sold for outside events.
- Orange County Schools allows limited spectators, (2 tickets per player). Tickets will be verified with rosters at the ticket gate.
Purchasing Tickets for Cedar Ridge Home Events:
Cedar Ridge will sell home tickets via the GO FAN app. Limited tickets will be available (2 Tickets per player). A link for those tickets will be sent out to your AD or coach.- Streaming Events: If parents are interested in purchasing a live stream of the event it is available at: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/cedar-ridge-high-school-hillsborough-nc. We will stream the following home events: Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Lacrosse, and Wrestling.
Sports Team Photos Coming: A photographer from Strawbridge Studios will be at your school on 9/28/2021, 9/29/2021 to photograph your sports pictures. See the attached flyers below.
STUDENT INFORMATION UPDATE/EMERGENCY CARD 2021 All CRHS Parents: During Ridge Time on Monday, Sept 20, all students will receive a paper copy of their Student Information Update/Emergency Card. Please complete and sign the FRONT AND BACK of this sheet. Your student(s) can return this information sheet to their first block Teacher ASAP. Thanks in advance for helping us stay current with your family's important contact information!
This is the last week to get your yearbook for $75. Price goes up to $80 starting September 25! Order yours today at Jostens.com
College Fair: OCS is hosting an in-person college fair on Wednesday, September 22, from 5:00- 7:00 at Cedar Ridge High School. We expect over 60 colleges and universities. There will be informational booths throughout the school. See this flyer for more information. This is a drop-in event and all safety protocols will be followed.
Say Something Student Presentation on Monday. Please take a look at this letter regarding the SaySomething program, an anonymous reporting system. See this parent brochure for more details. If you have any questions, please contact any of our counselors.
Have Computer Issues? If so, contact the OCS help desk at 919-245-4014 or email at ocshelpdesk@orange.k12.nc.us.
CRHS PTSO Upate
Hello Cedar Ridge Families!
We recently received a student request to have microwaves in the J-Wing for more convenient access to heating up lunches. At our meeting last week, the PTSO voted to purchase two microwaves for this purpose.
We are also pleased to be accepting teacher applications for Fall Mini-Grants. If anyone wishes to donate to Mini-Grants or to the microwave purchase, please click the following link: http://crhsptso.weebly.com/
A special thank you to those who have recently made donations!
Best regards,
Lauren Drake
PTSO President
Counselor Updates
There will be a 10th-Grade "Virtual Parent Night" on Thursday, September 23, 2021, at 6:00pm. Please see our school's website for more details.
To see all ACT and SAT Registration and Testing Dates, click this link.
Class of 2022 Senior Parent Meetings
Mr. Walters and Mrs. Pappas are holding Senior Class Parent Meetings on a variety of topics.
Go to Meeting links on the CRHS website for the link to each virtual meeting.
The 30 minute meetings will include a brief presentation & time for parents to ask general questions.
Tuesday, September 21
6:30-7:00 PM English Version
7:00-7:30 PM
Spanish Version
College Application Process
Tuesday, September 28
6:30-7:00 PM English Version
7:00-7:30 PM
Spanish Version
Paying for College: FAFSA, Scholarships
Tuesday, October 5
6:30-7:00 PM English Version
7:00-7:30 PM
Spanish Version
Community Colleges
Tuesday, October 12
6:30-7:00 PM English Version
7:00-7:30 PM
Spanish Version
Workforce options: internships, apprenticeships, certifications & other workforce options
Tuesday,
October 19
6:30-7:00 PM English Version
7:00-7:30 PM
Spanish Version
Workforce options: internships, apprenticeships, certifications & other workforce options
Last Day to Register for SAT is on Sept. 21
The next SAT is October 2.
September 21 - Late registration deadline
By now, you’ve heard a lot about the SAT. Recent graduates have shared some benefits with us that we think you may like:
“Strengthened my college application”
“Helped me get a scholarship”
“Showed I knew more than my GPA indicated”
“Qualified me for an honors program or special program at college”
So, whether you are looking to apply to college, want a scholarship, or aim to show what you’ve already learned in school, the SAT can help. The next SAT is on October 2.
Nurse Update: When Should You Stay Home?
*has been diagnosed with Covid-19
*has been exposed to someone with Covid-19
*Or has symptoms of Covid (see symptom list)
Please consult with your doctor and seek medical care. Please stay
home from school/work until you have received clearance from an Orange
County School Nurse or the Orange County Health Department to return
to work or school.
If your student is experiencing any of the symptoms listed below or
waiting on results from a Covid-19 test you must stay home until you
have spoken with an Orange County School Nurse.
Exclusionary Symptoms Are:
• Fever of 100 or chills
• Cough
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Fatigue
• Muscle or body aches
• Headache
• New loss of taste or smell
• Sore throat
• Congestion or runny nose
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea
I will contact you when I return to school.
Community Covid-19 Resources
UNC COVID LINE: 984-974-0019
OCHD 919-245-2400
Orange County Health Department Covid-19 Resources
Student Council Officers
Study Body Officers (Advisor: Lisa Volaric)
This group will run student council meetings and be responsible for organizing and managing student council events. They are also responsible for being the liaison between Student Council, Administration, teachers, and the school community.
President: Kellan Hepditch
Vice-President: Hannah Shinnick
Secretary/Treasurer: Ruby Lapham
Class Officers
The class officers are part of the Executive Council of the Student Council with the Student Body Officers. They act as the representatives for each grade level and also lead grade-level events and fundraising.
12th Grade Class Officers (Advisor: Tom Watson)
President: Jason Knapp
Vice-President: Justice Wilbourn
Secretary/Treasurer: Zoe Wade
11th Grade Class Officers (Advisor: Doug Buchacek)
President: Grace Dockery
Vice-President: Sarah Fenwick
Secretary: Stephanie Jaimes
Treasurer: Neco Clark
10th Grade Class Officers (Advisor: Amanda Swearingen)
President: Brogan O'Connor
Vice-President: Mosepe Fanika
Secretary: Catherine Ballenger
Treasurer: Iliah Babchenko
9th Grade Class Officers (Advisor: Mary-Katherine Scheppegrell)
Elections coming soon!
High School Transcript, Immunization Record, Verification of Name and Verification of Birth Date