Frequently Asked Questions

How does my student make a schedule/class change?

CHANGING OR DROPPING A CLASS:

Class changes cause major disruption to classroom instruction and student learning.  There are very few instances when a class change will be allowed.  Changes are made for data processing errors, improper placement, or to meet a graduation requirement.

Student initiated changes must be made within the first week of the Spring semester.  Changes made after the first week must be initiated and agreed upon by teachers, parent and counselor.  The last day to drop a class with no penalty is 1/20/2026.  After 1/20/2026 the class will be dropped with a fail grade (“F”) for the semester, posted to the student’s transcript.  The “F” grade will impact both the GPA and athletic eligibility.

• If it is with in the first week of Spring Semester, request change HERE.

• If after first week in semester but before Jan. 20, 2026 student needs to schedule an appt with their counselor HERE. 

How do I monitor progress?

• Click HERE  to Create an AERIES portal account

• Click HERE  for AERIES step by step to set up an account

• Monitor Attendance, teacher grade books, graduation status, and more

• You need a verification code to establish an account. Call the front office for code.

What to do if a student is having difficulty in a class?

The first person a student or parent should contact is the classroom teacher. The student, teacher and parent can work together to create a plan for the student’s academic success. Teacher contact information is available in the STAFF DIRECTORY  on the schools website. Take a look at the Panther Supports offered at CHS. 

How do I contact the classroom teacher?

The best option to contact teachers is via e-mail. Email addresses can be found on Aeries and at STAFF DIRECTORY on the schools website. Also, contact teachers by calling 891-3026 where you can reach all of our teacher’s voice mails.  

What resources are available at CHS to stay connected as a parent?

CHS Webpage - http://chs.chicousd.org/ 

CHS Facebook – Chico High Counseling

On Instagram – chicohighpanthers

How can a student or parent make an appointment with a counselor?

• Students can meet with their counselor by making an appointment in the counseling office (Front Office A Building) or using the QR code posted around campus or by clicking HERE

• Parents can call the Counseling Office at 891-3026 X 30182.  If we do not answer please leave a Voice Mail and allow 24 hours to respond. 

• Counselors can be contacted by e-mail or voicemail available on STAFF DIRECTORY on the schools website. If we do not answer please leave a Voice Mail and allow 24 hours to respond. 

Where can I get information about Sports?

Check the CHS website  under Athletics.  

A physical exam is needed to participate in sports.  

• Jason Alvistur - Athletic Director - jalvistur@chicousd.org 

• Tristan Nielsen - Athletic Secretary - tnielsen@chicousd.org  

Sports Physical information can be found in the Athletics Office or in the Main Office. 

Sports Camps will be posted on CHS Website under Athletics.  Also, following your favorite CHS sports teams on Facebook and/or Instagram is a great way to keep posted on the latest events. 

How to purchase items from Panther Post (student store)? 

• Online at http://chs.chicousd.org/Activities/Student-Store/index.html 

• Stop by the Panther Post during school days from 7:30-12:30, 1:30-4 PM 

• Email Robyn Salyer at rsalyer@chicousd.org