MUSTANG MINUTE
DECEMBER
December 6, 2021
Mustangs,
Special holiday wishes to our Mustangs families! Only two weeks until holiday break and some much anticipated rest and relaxation. As we wind down the end of semester one let us continue to focus on our mission to Inspire Students, Excel Academically, and Strengthen Community.
A huge thank you to the alumni, staff and students who helped support the toy drive at the Battle of the Bridge hockey game. CHS collected over $2000 in donations to purchase stuffies to support Toys for Tots. While the wolves won the teddy bear competition, it was a win for our community with over 3000 stuffed animals collected! It was an action packed game and the Mustangs were victorious in a 3-1 win over ERHS. #MustangStrong
A reminder that there is no school for students on December 17, 2021 as it is a teacher grading day.
Sincerely,
Megan Hatswell
Principal- Chugiak High School
SCHEDULE CHANGE REQUEST FORM AND INFORMATION
Class change requests for Semester 2 will begin via our online system starting today, December 6th through January 7th. Please check our website for links to the form. Please remember this form is for semester long elective request changes only.
· ALL Class changes need to be submitted via the google form (not email)
· Class changes are intended to modify semester long elective options only. Please do not request teacher changes.
· The counseling team will work hard to accommodate student needs in the best way possible, but please note not all class changes are available due to class caps.
· Class changes will be accommodated as quickly as possible. Please allow your counselor a few days to get to your request.
FINALS SCHEDULE
Monday, December 13th ---Regular Monday Late Start Schedule
Tuesday, December 14th --- Friday School Schedule (Periods 1-6)
FINALS: Wednesday, December 15th Period 1 7:30am – 9:25am Passing 9:25am – 9:35am Period 2 9:35am – 11:25am Lunch 11:25am – 12:10pm Period 3 12:10pm – 2:00pm
FINALS: Thursday, December 16th Period 4 7:30am – 9:25am Passing 9:25am – 9:35am Period 5 9:35am – 11:25am Lunch 11:25am – 12:10pm Period 6 12:10pm – 2:00pm
King Tech will be operating on the following schedule for the 1st Semester Finals:
Wednesday, December 15th: Full Day with A.M. Session students: Report time is 8:00 a.m.
Thursday, December 16th: Full Day with P.M. Session students: Report time is 8:00 a.m.
Morning and afternoon busses will operate on the normal schedule. This will allow students using district buses to arrive in a timely manner for final exams. No mid-day buses for these two days.
Note: Semester exams are not administered early per ASD Board Policy. However, students who miss the exams and have an excused absence are eligible to make up any missed finals after the exam is given. Students should make arrangements with their teachers to take missed exams upon return to school second semester. It is advisable to take make up exams the first or second week of return to school. Students participating in winter or spring activities/sports should make up their exams as soon as possible to be better positioned to meet eligibility requirements.
TIPS FOR STUDYING FOR FINALS AT HOME
Create a designated study space for yourself!
Form a study group. Work with your classmates!
Set a study schedule and let everyone around you know about it. Support is always a good thing!!
Get a change of scene every once in a while. Step outside and get some fresh air!
Cramming doesn't work—the best way to study is what's called distributed practice. A little at a time will go a long way- start today!
Eat well and snack smart. Get plenty of sleep!
SPIRIT WEEK (December 6th-10th)
Monday (12/6): Merry Morning Monday (Appropriate Pajamas/Cozy Warm clothing)
Tuesday (12/7): 202twosday (Ring in the New Year as if we were back in the 1920s)
Wednesday (12/8): Winter Sportsday Wednesday
Thursday (12/9): Tropical Thursday
Friday (12/10): Red/Green out
As always, we appreciate students being appropriate with their attire and following the dress code. If you aren't sure if your clothing is appropriate, then please ask. Also, as decorations are put up, we humbly and kindly ask that you look but don’t touch.. Student Government is working hard to fill the halls with decorative joy and we'd love your support to be able to keep the decorations up and reusable again for the future.
Finals Spirit Week (December 15th-16th)
Wednesday and Thursday: Ugly Sweater and Hat/Sock days (Dress for both or feel free to participate in 1).
Holiday How Much?
Each day students will get to guess how much candy is in a bowl located at the Crossroads Ramp. The prize includes the candy and bowl!
Bake Off
December 8th during lunch
Students will get to pre-bake yummy goodies to then enter into a Bake Off Competition which will take place during lunch on December 8th. Stop by the activity office for more information.
Gift Card Drive from Nurse Amy
For the past 8 years, nurse Amy has organized a gift card drive for families in need. Cards from Fred Meyer, Wal-Mart, Carrs, and Three bears are preferred. Please turn cards into Nurse Amy for distribution. Any amount is greatly appreciated!
MATH TUTORIAL SESSIONS OFFERED DAILY AT LUNCH
These tutoring sessions are staffed by our own math teachers MONDAY-FRIDAY. You can meet new friends, work together with your classmates, get acq uainted with the math teachers of Chugiak High School, and get help with your math. You may bring your lunch.
Don’t wait until you are in trouble to get help. Come regularly any time you don’t understand the concepts. Math Tutorial is also a QUIET PLACE TO STUDY for ANY SUBJECT
AFTER SCHOOL STUDY HALL
Is the end of the semester approaching a little too quickly? Do you need a quiet place to work and get help with your assignments? Please join Ms.Miller in room 12 Monday-Thursday from 2:15-3:30pm for After School Study Hall. You can use this time to ask questions or work independently. You do not need permission to attend.
CHS TESTING CENTER
This is for students needing to make up missing tests and assessments. Ms. Jones hosts the testing center from 6:30am-7:30am every Tuesday and Thursday. This is a great opportunity for students who have been absent to make up tests and quizzes.
ACTIVITIES UPDATE
WAY TO GO MUSTANGS!
Questions? Call Rebecca @ 907-742-3067
Go Mustangs!
Travis Morgan
Assistant Principal, Student Services & Activities
Chugiak High School
907-742-3071
BUS ROUTES
Chugiak High School
Website: asdk12.org/Chugiakhigh
Location: 16525 South Birchwood Loop Road, Chugiak, AK, USA
Phone: 907-742-3050
Twitter: @ChugiakHS