CHS Campus Buzz
Parent/ Student Edition ~ Issue 10 ~ Oct. 18-22, 2021
Principal's Message
We hope that everyone had a restful and fun fall break with family and friends! Now we have to finish the drill to Thanksgiving Break and the Winter Holidays. There is still much work to be done to finish the first semester strong. Parents should be receiving phone calls from their child's homeroom teacher between now and the end of October as part of our fall parent conferences. Your child's homeroom teacher will be sharing general school information, any classes your child is failing, and confirming the best home email address so that we can ensure all families are receiving our weekly school newsletters.
We encourage all parents to utilize our parent portal tool through Infinite Campus so that you can check your child's attendance and grades on a daily basis.
Advanced Placement (AP) Reminder
If there are questions related to the sign-up process, those can be directed to Ms. Bunch- bunchm@calhounschools.org
Halloween Hustle 5K Information
It's Showtime...
Support Group Information
College & Career Corner
High school students interested in exploring various industrial careers and skilled trades offered at Georgia Northwestern Technical College have an opportunity to visit GNTC’s Floyd campus for Industrial Career Day on a field trip coming up on October 29, 2021. Teachers will be on-hand to discuss programs and provide lab tours, as well as demonstrations, simulators, and hands-on learning activities.
To sign up, students should go online to the CHS site or visit: https://forms.gle/T8i6vdi8o3D15kLS9. The deadline to sign up is October 21st.
GENERAL REMINDERS
Picture Make-Up Information
Underclassmen retakes (9th-11th): Friday, October 22nd in Aux Gym
Senior retakes: Wednesday, November 10th in AL10
SAT and ACT Information
The next SAT takes place November 6th. Click on the link to sign up!
SAT and ACT test dates for 2021-2022
- SAT vs. ACT and the differences between both; the link above also provides you with a comparison.
- SAT and ACT virtual practice tests - register for free by clicking the link
Yearbook Order Information
Yearbook Ordering Website
Senior Scholarship Information
First, college in any setting is expensive! Colleges have a wide range of scholarships and we do not have a magic listing or go-to guide for all of the scholarships that are available. First, start with the college scholarship websites. Second, the internet is your friend so use it wisely. Lastly, utilize our scholarship links that are posted under the Students Tab (Scholarship Opportunities) on the Calhoun High School website. We have linked it here! Mrs. Arnold will continue to update this throughout the school year.
If you are using Mrs. Arnold's email address for college applications, PLEASE make sure you are using her arnoldk@calhounschools.org email address! This is the email address that is linked to Common App, UGA Portal, Coalition, Slate, etc. If a student has used her CCS Jackets email on their applications, please let her know. You will need to log into your application and change the email to arnoldk@calhounschools.org in order for us to receive notifications and complete.
What's Happening at CHS...
Monday, October 18th
- No events
Tuesday, October 19th
- Volleyball playoffs @ Chamblee
- Cross Country @ Gordon County Cowbell Classic- Resaca Battlefield
- CCCA Board Meeting 7:45AM @ CHS
- SGT Meeting 12PM @ CHS
Wednesday, October 20th
- 9th Football @ HOME
Thursday, October 21st
- JV Football @ Cass High School
- One Act Play 7PM in CPAC
Friday, October 22nd
- Football vs. Cass @ HOME0 7:30PM
Saturday, October 23rd
- Region One Act Play Competition- Woodland High School
Sunday, October 24th
- No events
Community Education Offerings
KEEP After School Care Program
Times: 2:45pm-6:00pm
Register online: https://securepayment.link/calhounschools/childcare-programs/
HOLIDAY CAMP - Fall Break & Day Camp
Grades: PreK - 8th
Dates: October 11-15 (Fall Break)
Times: 7:30am-6:00pm
Cost: $20 daily
Includes Breakfast, Lunch & Snack
Register online: https://securepayment.link/calhounschools/holiday-camp/
Construction, Agriculture, and Engineering Camp
Who: Females grades 5th-8th
When: Saturday, October 23rd
Time: 8:30am-12:30pm
Location: CMS/CHS Campus
Registration deadline: Sunday, October 17th
Register online: https://securepayment.link/calhounschools/construction-agriculture-and-engineering/
Healthcare and Education Camp
Who: Males grades 5th - 8th
When: Saturday, November 6th
Time: 8:30am-12:30pm
Location: CMS/CHS Campus
Registration deadline: Sunday, October 31st
Register online: https://securepayment.link/calhounschools/healthcare-and-education/
Basketball Youth League
Boys & Girls ages 5 & 6 as of September 1, 2021
Registration deadline: November 11
Registration online: https://securepayment.link/calhounschools/basketball-league/
Defensive Driving Course Date: November 15 & 16
Times: 6:00pm-6:00pm
Cost: $75
Register online: https://securepayment.link/calhounschools/defensive-driving-6-hr-course/
Driver's Education Traditional Course
Course Dates/Times:
Monday, January 17/ 8:30am-3:30pm
Saturday, January 22/ 8:30am-3:30pm
Sunday, January 23/ 1:00pm-6:00pm
Saturday, January 29/ 8:30am-3:30pm
Sunday, January 30/ 1:00pm-5:00pm
Location: Calhoun High School
Cost: $290
Register online: https://securepayment.link/calhounschools/drivers-education-registration/
Just Keep Swimming at the Calhoun Aquatic Center and register online today for swim lessons!
CAC Survival Infant & Toddler Swim Lessons
Ages: 6 months - 6 years
Course Days: Monday - Thursday
Time Slots: Flexible
Length of Each Class: 10 minutes
Total Number of Lessons: 16
Cost: $175 + Annual Registration Fee ($25)
Register online: https://securepayment.link/calhounschools/survival-swim-lessons/
CAC Private/ Semi-Private Swim Lessons
Private: 4 lessons $90 (30 minutes each)
Semi-Private (2-3 swimmers): 4 lessons $60 (30 minutes each)
Cost + Annual Registration Fee ($25)
Register online: https://securepayment.link/calhounschools/semi-private-swim-lessons/
CAC Health & Wellness Community Membership
3 months membership
ONLY $99
Includes: Lap swim, liquid fitness classes, fitness room and therapy pool
Register online: https://securepayment.link/calhounschools/cac-membership-dues/
Pool Rentals
What better way to celebrate a birthday during the fall & winter months than having a swimming party?
Weather is never a problem, and the pool is heated. Call today to reserve your date!
Private: $350 (1-25 participants) $450 (26-50 participants)
Semi-Private: $250 (1-25 participants) $350 (26-50 participants)
Nitros Competitive Swim Team
Northwest Georgia Aquatics (NWGA) is a year-round USA Swimming and US Masters Swimming team offering professional instruction for all levels, ages, and abilities. From our lesson program to our competitive teams, the goal is to provide every member an opportunity to properly develop, improve swimming skills, and achieve personal success.
Visit https://www.teamunify.com/Home.jsp?team=ganga for more information or email toddc@calhounschools.org.
For more information call 706-629-6788 or visit https://securepayment.link/calhounschools/
Calhoun High School
Email: parkerc@calhounschools.org
Website: www.calhounschools.org
Location: 355 South River Street, Calhoun, GA 30701, USA
Phone: 706-629-9213
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calhoun.schools
Twitter: @CalhounSchools