DuneNews
Duneland School news for parents, students and teachers
March 12, 2020 Vo. 54 No. 30
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Bailly 4th Grade Student Receives Young Citizenship Award
The Duneland Exchange Club recently presented Bailly Elementary fourth grade student Adelyn Booras, center, with the Young Citizenship Award. Also pictured front, left to right, are her brothers Weston Booras, Gideon Booras and Nathan Booras. Back row, Duneland Exchange Club representative and presenter Pam Strudas, her teacher Melissa Cergizan, her father Bobby Booras and brother Justin Booras, Principal Kevin Zeck, her mother Heather Booras and sister Marian Booras. This award is given to a fourth grade student who is an all around good citizen. The club presents this award to one student at each of the five Duneland elementary schools, at the sixth grade level at each of the intermediate schools and at the eighth grade level at Chesterton Middle School.
CHS Gymnastic Team Qualifies for State
Four qualify for Nationals at State BPA Competition
Four Chesterton High School students have qualified for Nationals this past weekend at the state level competition hosted in Indianapolis.
On December 8, 2019, CHS BPA students competed in the regional competition hosted at Kankakee Valley High School. Of the 20 students who competed, 17 students qualified to advance to the state level. Results were as follows:
Those students competing as a team at the state level were:
Broadcast News Team - Gavin Bonner, Michael Campbell, Alan Stirling and Arti Patel
Presentation Management Team - Milena Veltri, David Sharp, Zachary Zimmerman and Leah Rochford.
Those students competing individually were:
Joshua Osborn – Business Law and Ethics
John Andy Gerth – Banking and Finance/ Accounting
Arti Patel – Banking and Finance
Max Cohen – PC Servicing and Troubleshooting and Intermediate Word Processing
Joseph Adcock – Java Programming and Fundamental Spreadsheet Applications
Aiden Li – Fundamentals of Web Design and Java Programming
Milena Veltri – Extemporaneous Speech
Zachary Zimmerman – Fundamental Spreadsheet Applications
Nalani Malackowski – Advanced Office Systems and Procedures
Celia Faroh – Prepared Speech
Xavier Pittman – Personal Finance and Fundamental Accounting
Conner Mathis – Personal Finance
Four CHS students qualifying for Nationals to be hosted in Washington, D.C. on May 6-10. Those students are:
Milena Veltri – Extemporaneous Speech - 3rd place (top three advance to Nationals)
Max Cohen – PC Servicing and Troubleshooting- 5th place (top six advance to Nationals)
Aiden Li – Java Programming – 4th place (top 6 advance to Nationals)
Joseph Adcock – Fundamental Spreadsheet Applications – 3rd place (top six advance to Nationals)
The BPA sponsor is CHS Business Instructor Cathy Gonzales.
CMS student places third in Regional Spelling Bee
Two Duneland Teams qualify for World Robotics Competition
WIS Team B Qualifies World Competition
Westchester Intermediate Robotics Team 91362 B members, left to right, Ethan Glassman, William Morgan, Ayden Bozak, and Keith Ward qualified for the World Championship by winning the Build Award at the State competition on March 7.
WIS Team C Qualifies World Competition
Westchester Intermediate Robotics Team 91362 C members, left to right, Aiden Sweet, Maddox McKinney, Caden Koedyker, Ryan Postelnik and Luke Kisala qualified for the World VEX Championship based on their Skills Score at the State Competition on March 7.
CMS Robotics Team 2nd at State
Brummitt team places; enjoys experience
WIS participates in School GeoBee
HELP WANTED: 8th Grade Reality Check Volunteers Needed
The Reality Check (formerly the Reality Store) is set for March 18, 2020 from 7:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Chesterton Middle School, 651 W Morgan Ave.
For more than 20 years, this event has been preparing 8th grade students from the Duneland area on how to be successful in life after graduation. Students are given a predetermined salary that they would earn in their chosen profession at age 28. During the Reality Check, students visit tables where they pay such expenses as taxes, housing, childcare, etc. Some do end up in bankruptcy, while others may have a little money left over at the end. The ones that have remaining funds can “spend” their money on imaginary rewards such as investments, trips, concerts, motorcycles and so on.
The Reality Check is organized by the Duneland Chamber of Commerce and the Duneland School Corporation. The event takes over a 100 volunteers each year. Volunteers are welcome to take part in the Reality Check for either a half day or whole day on March 18, 2020. Morning sessions are from 7:30 to 11:45 a.m., and afternoon sessions are from 11:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Breakfast and lunch is provided for all volunteers. Volunteers should contact Michelle Hunsley at the Duneland Chamber of Commerce at 926-5513 or by e-mail at michelle@dunelandchamber.org.
Ready, Set, Kindergarten Offered in Collaboration with Duneland Schools
Ready, Set, Kindergarten (RSK)
- RSK is designed to teach children the skills needed to do well in the classroom. Experienced PAT Educators work with the children in areas of academics, motor skills, social skills and listening skills to ensure they are ready to enter school and to succeed.
- The children meet with the Educators one time per week for two hours in a classroom at their future home school. Activities each week include writing, cutting, listening, turn taking, and early reading. It starts with basic skills and progresses through the year to meet all kindergarten entry standards. The children are also screened with reading and developmental tools to determine if there are areas that are of any concern.
- Parents will also have the opportunity to be in the classroom at times to help out and to observe your child.
- This is a GREAT opportunity for your child and your entire family. Supplies and weekly take home practice will also be provided. THE PROGRAM is FREE due to the commitment from the Duneland School Corporation and United Way Porter County.
Questions? Text or call 219-617-8861
Duneland School Corporation Art Show 2020 Exhibits
Representative artwork from students in grades K-12 will be on display at the Duneland School 2020 Art Show at the Chesterton Art Center, 115 S. 4th Street in Chesterton.
The first exhibit, March 3-14, will feature artwork of students in grades K-8. An opening reception will be hosted at the Center on Wednesday, March 4 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
The second exhibit, March 17-31, will feature the artwork of students in grades 9-12. An opening reception will be hosted for grades 9-12 at the Center on Wednesday, March 18 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
The exhibits are open to the public without cost during Chesterton Art Center hours Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR... Community Outreach Program
Chesterton High School Student Resource Officer (SRO) Chris Swickard and Positive Life Program Coordinator Dave Milligan will present an adult only community outreach program for parents/guardians and community members entitled, “Juuling and Vaping: Understanding the Epidemic.” Officer Swickard and Milligan will discuss the dangers associated with juuling and vaping and how this is a growing epidemic among teens. This free program will be hosted at the Chesterton High School Auditorium, 2125 S 11th Street, on Thursday, March 19 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Please use northeast Entrance 31 to attend this program.
Support Trojan Football 'Bags for Bucks' Fundraiser
The Chesterton High School Football Boosters will again be selling garbage bags as their annual fundraiser. This great fundraiser in the community will kick off on Monday, March 16 so watch for future and current CHS football players to be selling in your neighborhood. Please help support the CHS Football players! The Boosters’ goal is to sell a total of 2600 rolls of garbage bags this year. This fundraiser assists the Boosters in paying for the team meals, events, Gatorade, and braces for the year. For more information contact: chsftballboosters@gmail.com
Duneland Education Foundation Hosts 9th Annual Gala
Please join The Duneland Education Foundation (DEF) as they celebrate their 25th Anniversary at the 9th Annual Gala on Friday April 17, 2020 from 7:00-11:00 p.m. at The Spa in Porter. The DEF will be honoring the founding members. There will be a silent auction and the featured music will be performed by Ally Christian and Arrested Sounds.
If you have and questions please contact Colleen Grimes at cgrimes@dunelandeducation.org.
Tickets can be purchased on our website: www.dunelandeducation.org
Duneland School Corporation 2020-2021 Calendar
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2019-2020 Procedures for Delaying/Closing School
As we approach the winter season, please review the attached letter from Superintendent Dr. Chip Pettit regarding the procedures for school closings and/or delays that may occur due to inclement weather...
Duneland School Spirit Wear Online Store
Did you know that the Duneland School Corporation has an online store for ordering all of your Duneland School spirit wear? For your convenience, all of your orders can be shipped to your home for a nominal fee or you can pick-up your online order at Blythe's Team Sports in Valparaiso.
Parents can also purchase P.E. uniforms for students in grades 7-12 and Body Conditioning for 9-12. The uniforms will no longer be available for purchase at CMS / CHS.
The CHS / CMS P.E. and Body Conditioning Uniforms (t-shirt and shorts) are the only items that will be shipped within a few days of ordering. Orders can be sent directly to your home within a few business days for a nominal fee or you can choose to pick up your online order at Blythe's Team Sports in Valparaiso.
Other spirit wear on the site can be ordered during a 14-day window. Orders will then be processed and shipped. Further information is located on the online store site.
Click the button below to enter the online store!
Join the CHS Alumni Association!
Have you been thinking about joining the Chesterton High School Alumni Association, but just haven't gotten around to it? Or, are you wondering why you should join this organization?
The CHS Alumni Association was formed to help support the enhancement of the Duneland School Corporations' educational processes and scholarships for graduating seniors at Chesterton High School. Your dues in the organization will help the group to continue to grow and present more and more of our graduates college assistance. We will also honor teachers, administration, and support staff (alumni) into their respective ''Halls of Fame” at our first annual banquet to be held on May 7, 2020 at Chesterton High School.
Interested in getting involved in the Alumni Association? The group welcomes the help of our membership to assist us in achieving our mission to raise funds for student scholarships. Please join us for our next meeting on Thursday, March 12 at 4 p.m. at the Duneland Administration Center, 601 W Morgan Avenue in Chesterton.
The Chesterton High School Alumni Association welcomes all former CHS alumni, and present and past faculty and staff members of the Duneland Schools to join the Association. Annual membership dues is $15 per alumni or Lifetime membership is a one-time fee of $150.00 minus your age. (Example: $150.00 less your age of 60 years would equal dues of $90.00).
Visit the Duneland School website at this link www.duneland.k12.in.us and download an application to join today.
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THIS SATURDAY...CHS Alumni Association Pancake Breakfast
Mark your calendar to support our fundraiser for CHS student scholarships:
Alumni Association All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, March 14 from 7-10 a.m.
George's Gyros Spot
325 N Calumet Rd. in Chesterton
$5.00 Donation
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
End of the Grading Period: The third grading period for all Duneland School students ends on Friday, March 13. Report cards will be available on your student's Portfoliotab on your Skyward Family Access Portal on Friday, March 20. Parents will have the option of printing out their student's report card. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact your child's school.
Spring Break will begin at the close of the school day on Friday, March 20. Classes will resume on Monday, March 30.
The next Duneland School Board meeting will be on Monday, April 6, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. at the Duneland Administration Center, 601 W Morgan Avenue. Duneland School Board meetings are normally scheduled for the first Monday of the month unless noted differently.
Open Swim: Chesterton High School offers open swim every Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost is $1 for school children and $2 for adults. Please use Entrance 34 at Chesterton High School. Children must be within arms reach at all times. Check out the the full 2019-2020 schedule
Spring Learn-to-Swim: There will be no Spring Learn to Swim Spring 2020 due to pool scheduling conflicts. Please look for summer registration mid May for the six weeks of summer lessons.
Scholarship Information: Scholarship information can always be found on the CHS College and Career Center site: https://www.duneland.k12.in.us/site/Default.aspx?PageID=786
The new 2020-2021 Duneland School Corporation Calendar is available on our website. Click on the link above to open or visit our website at www.duneland.k12.in.us
MARK YOUR CALENDAR...
Community Outreach Program: Chesterton High School Student Resource Officer (SRO) Chris Swickard and Positive Life Program Coordinator Dave Milligan will present an adult only community outreach program for parents/guardians and community members entitled, “Juuling and Vaping: Understanding the Epidemic.” Officer Swickard and Milligan will discuss the dangers associated with juuling and vaping and how this is a growing epidemic among teens. This free program will be hosted at the Chesterton High School Auditorium, 2125 S 11th Street, on Thursday, March 19 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Please use northeast Entrance 31 to attend this program.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Thursday, March 12, 2020
LIS Book Fair
LIS VIP/Grandparents Day
7 p.m. JA 4th Grade Musical
4:30 p.m. CMS 7&8A Girls BB-Krueger-H
6 p.m. BA PTO Meeting
7 p.m. Class Choir/Orchestra Concert
Friday, March 13, 2020
CMS (Band/Orch/Choir) ISSMA Organization Festival - Lowell HS/MS
LIS Book Fair
LIS VIP/Grandparents Day
End of 3rd Grading Period
11:30 a.m. LIS Spirit Day & Kona Ice
6-7:30 p.m. BA One School One Book Night
Saturday, March 14, 2020
CMS (Band/Orch/Choir) ISSMA Organization Festival - Lowell HS/MS
7-10 a.m. CHS Alumni Assoc. Pancake Breakfast-George’s Gyros
7-8:30 a.m. CMS 7B Girls BB Invite-T. Jefferson
9 a.m. CMS 8B Girls BB Invite-Ben Franklin
Noon CHS Girls V GYM-IHSAA State Championship-Ball State Univ.
Monday, March 16, 2020
LIS Turtle Week
5:30- 8 p.m. Strategic Planning Team Mtg.-Adm Center
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
3:30-7 p.m. LIS Instrument fitting at CMS
4:30 p.m. CMS 7A Girls BB Conf. at Willowcreek
5:45 p.m. CMS 8A Girls BB Conf. at Willowcreek
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
3:30-7 p.m. 2020-21 Instrument fitting 6th Grade Band
6-7:30 p.m. DSC 2020 Art Exhibit Gr. 9-12 Reception-Chesterton Art Center
7-9 p.m. CHS-NHS Induction Ceremony-CHS Auditorium
Thursday, March 19, 2020
6:30-7:30 p.m. Juuling and Vaping: Understanding the Epidemic-CHS Aud.
Friday, March 20, 2020
10:30-12:30 p.m. BA Frozen Friday
3 p.m. 3rd Quarter Report Cards Available
Monday, March 23, 2020
NO SCHOOL-Spring Break thru 3/27/20
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
NO OPEN SWIM
Monday, March 30, 2020
CLASSES RESUME
5:30-8 p.m. Strategic Planning Team Mtg.-Adm Center
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