Credit for Extra Curricular Activities

At CHS, students have the opportunity to earn elective credit for participating in approved activities that take place outside of the regular school day.

Teachers and advisors maintain logs of student attendance and time spent in these activities. Students who complete a minimum of 45 hours of participation will earn 0.25 elective credit.

This opportunity is available each year of high school and is repeatable annually. Credits are officially recorded on students’ transcripts at the end of the school year.

Vocal Ensemble           MUS501

Length: Year CADR: No

Satisfies: .25 Elective per year Open To: 9,10,11,12

Prerequisite: Audition Required   Repeatable: Yes

The Vocal Ensemble is not a regular class, but meets for one hour before school on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.  Participants must arrange their own transportation to practice and must be able to commit to 90% of practices or make arrangements with the choral director.  Performances are a requirement. Music has significant content to be mastered academically.  In addition to performance skills, knowledge of styles, composers, and general musicianship are stressed. Students can earn .25 credit if the student completes 45 hours of documented attendance and participation. Students will be required to purchase a choir shirt at an estimated cost of $15. Performance attire is provided. Vocal Ensemble members are part of the Choir Club.

Math Team MAT500

Length: Year CADR: No

Satisfies: .25 Elective per year Open To: 9,10,11,12

Prerequisite: none   Repeatable: Yes

Students in Math Team develop advanced problem-solving skills through practice, collaboration, and competition. Team members represent CHS at local and regional math contests. Participation fosters critical thinking, mathematical reasoning, and teamwork. Open to students who enjoy challenging math activities and competition. Members meet during STAT, lunch, or before/after school.

Knowledge Bowl KNO100

Length: Year CADR: No

Satisfies: .25 Elective Open To: 9,10,11,12

Prerequisite:  none Repeatable: Yes

Knowledge Bowl challenges students to work as a team to answer questions across a wide range of academic subjects. Participants sharpen their critical thinking, quick recall, and teamwork skills while preparing for and competing in regional meets. Ideal for students who enjoy trivia, academics, and collaboration. Members meet during STAT, lunch, or before/after school.

Musical ASB401-402

Length: Year CADR: No

Satisfies: .25 Fine Arts or .25 Elective Open To: 9,10,11,12

Prerequisite:  None Repeatable: Yes

Students earn credit by participating in the school musical through acting, singing, dancing, or working on the technical crew. This course emphasizes collaboration, commitment, and performance skills.