School Week At A Glance

November 16 - November 21, 2020

The Clairemont School Week At A Glance (SWAG) is intended to provide students, staff, and families with timely information about upcoming events and important announcements for the coming week. Check out all the wonderful things happening at CHS next week.

Your CHS Admin Team

Ethan Williams

Principal

ewilliams4@sandi.net

@PrincipalEthanW

Loukia Mastrodimos

Vice Principal (A-L)

lmastrodimos@sandi.net

Sarah Thomas

Vice Principal (M-Z)

srodondithomas@sandi.net

Liz Rush

Academies Coordinator

erush@sandi.net

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Monday, November 16

Tuesday, November 17

SSC (School Site Council) Meeting (2:00 - 3:00 pm)

Wednesday, November 18

Makin' It Together With CHS - Snowmen (3:00 pm) More info below
Junior Assembly (3:00 - 4:00 pm) More info below

Thursday, November 19

Textbook Return/Pick Up (1:30 - 3:30 pm)

Friday, November 20

Circle of Friends (12:55 pm)

Saturday, November 21

SHOUT OUTS & SCHOOL INFO

WILL YOU MAKE A CHIEFTAIN PLEDGE?

The CHS Foundation is challenging the Clairemont Community to make a Chieftain Pledge and help support the students and staff of CHS.

The Covid-19 crisis is a reminder, in so many ways, of the interconnected, interdependent world we inhabit, and how critical collaboration and creativity are needed to address today’s challenges and support each other. While Clairemont High School remains closed due to Covid-19, and all CHS sports, events and programs are currently on hold, our volunteer work continues to support our amazing students, our fabulous school, and our local Clairemont community - in new, creative and virtual ways. Now, more than ever, we are devoted to our students, their enrichment, and their future success by being prepared to fund grants, sponsorships, scholarships and so much more when the time to reopen our doors arrives! Check back with us often to see what fun activities we have planned during the closure to engage our students and community!

Read more about the Chieftain pledge HERE and on the CHS Foundation Website.

MAKIN' IT TOGETHER WITH CHS - SNOWMEN HOLIDAY ORNAMENTS

Every Wednesday at 3:00 pm, the CHS ASB will be hosting a "Makin' It Together With CHS" event. Students, parents, and staff are all invited to join the Zoom each and every week to engage in a variety of hands on activities (i.e., learning to cook, craft, dance, etc.). This Wednesday, November 18, ASB students will be hosting the next "Makin' It" event with their "Snowmen Holiday Ornament Making" Zoom session. Be sure the check out the flier below for a list of supplies you can pick up prior to the session as well as a link to the Zoom meeting. We hope to see you all there.

Makin' It Together - Snowmen Holiday Ornaments

SAVE THE DATE

JUNIOR ASSEMBLY

Date: November 18th

Time: 3:00-4:00 pm

Counselors will present on planning for post-high school such as college, military, vocational school, career exploration, Naviance, etc.

Zoom link: https://sandiegounified.zoom.us/j/85820343296

JOIN THE YEARBOOK CLUB

The CHS Yearbook Editorial Team is hoping to recruit students of all grade levels support the development of the CHS Yearbook. This club will meet with the Yearbook staff via Zoom during Flex Time hours (1:30 - 3:30 pm) to support the development of the 2020-2021 yearbook. Please you the link below to let the Yearbook staff know if you are interested. More information about the club can also be found on the form. https://forms.gle/gtiphuFTAuP1cHNk7

If you have additional questions about this club, feel free to email the CHS Yearbook Editorial Team at clairemontyearbook21@gmail.com.

CHS SENIORS, SUBMIT YOUR YEARBOOK QUOTE

The CHS Yearbook Editorial Team is asking all Seniors to submit their quote for the yearbook by no later than December 11, 2020. All instructions about Senior quotes and how to submit one can be found using the link below.

https://forms.gle/1wzHHsdUSJsPbAQ58

Senior quote instructions:

Instructions: Please fill out the form to submit your senior quote. This quote will go under your senior portrait. Please write your quote exactly how you want it written in the book and state your full name. Remember, you will be an adult one day and look back on this. In addition, your parents and family will see it! Think and reflect before you publish.

There’s a 15 word maximum. No profanity, drug/alcohol references, or sexual language allowed. No codes, allusions or links. No speech that would be deemed offensive in a school environment. Yearbook editors and CHS administration reserve the right to edit or remove quotes deemed inappropriate or submitted past the due date of December 11th, 2020. Stay classy Chieftains.

If you'd like to change your quote (before the due date) or have any other problems please email us at clairemontyearbook21@gmail.com

SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL

California Ed Code 11500-11506 charges schools receiving Title I funds to design parent involvement programs that meet the intent of Title I programs and also provide local flexibility to best meet the needs of the local community. One of the primary ways that this accomplished is through the SSC (School Site Council). The CHS SSC will be meeting on Tuesday, November 17 (via Zoom) from 2:00 - 3:00 pm to discuss our Title I funding and how those funds are utilized to improve outcomes for students. All those interested in hearing more about our Title I expenditures are welcome to join using the Zoom link below.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://sandiegounified.zoom.us/j/82930389358

MESA COLLEGE AMBASSADOR

Do you have questions regarding Mesa College? Need help planning going to Community College? Are you struggling with a Mesa class and need to know where to get tutoring? As of this Monday, November 9th we have our Mesa Ambassador! His name is Nhulong Vo. He will be helping students with any Community College questions, FAFSA and Dream Act, completing the College Promise. He will be available Monday-Thursday from 1:30-3:30PM

Meet your Mesa College Ambassador

CAL-SOAP READINESS COACH

Let's Welcome Ms. Hannah S. Cubos! She will be starting this Monday, November 9th! She will be assisting Seniors with completing their FAFSA or Dream Act. Her schedule is:

Monday 3:00-7:00PM
Tuesday 2:00-6:00PM
Wednesday 2:00-6:00PM
Friday 9:00AM-12:00 noon

Meet your Cal-Soap Readiness Coach

FREE Academic, Career, and Financial Counseling

Do you want one on one help with College and Career Planning? Need help finding Scholarships? Need help with the FAFSA/Dream Act?

WAHUPA is a program that provides FREE academic, career, and financial counseling to its participants and encourages them to graduate from high school and continue to college. TRIO Programs are Federal outreach and student service programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. Sign up today!

ACADEMICS

TEACHER CONTACT INFORMATION

A full list of CHS Staff Contact information can be found on our school website at https://clairemont.sandiegounified.org/.

TECH SUPPORT

SDUSD's Integrated Technology Division is committed to ensuring every student gets connected to online learning. As needed, please contact the Online Learning Technical Support Line at (619)-732-1400 or email at getconnected@sandi.net. We have been told by IT that wait times are getting shorter and parents are being encouraged to call later in the afternoon. Hours of operation:

Monday – Friday - 7:00am – 6:00 pm

Saturday - 8:00am – 12:00 pm Temporarily on 8/29, 9/5 & 9/12

Families are also encouraged to check out the SDUSD Technology Support For Families webpage.

ATHLETICS

Follow CHS Athletics on Twitter and Facebook.

Pre-Season Conditioning for the 2020-2021 Athletic Season

Great news CHS students and families,

On Monday, November 9, SDUSD high schools were notified by San Diego Unified and the Department of Interscholastic Athletics of an approved plan to bring student-athletes back to campus to engage in voluntary conditioning activities prior to the start of the 2020-2021 athletic season. In an effort to remain consistent with the district’s clear parameters for health and safety, this proposal is based on guidance from the California Department of Public Health Guidance for Youth Sports.

All athletes that wish to participate in this pre-conditioning program are asked to review the safety procedures that were presented on November 12 during our Pre-Season Conditioning Meeting. A recording of this meeting can be found at the link below:

Recording of Pre-Season Conditioning Safety Procedures Meeting: https://youtu.be/HSfgSx8tTCs

Students and families may also access a copy of the PowerPoint Presentation and the communication that went out to all students and families below:

PowerPoint Presentation from Pre-Season Conditioning Meeting: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-86S5IIwfA991vqFz3YIFsQ2X5jUBhoy/view?usp=sharing
Communication Regarding Pre-Season Conditioning (English): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lNfuUjsD2ycAtLUe4gWlTafMXgzlLmIc/view?usp=sharing
Communication Regarding Pre-Season Conditioning (Spanish): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HENldG_zk4aWvwOZSDOiWCFpCn4TbeWl/view?usp=sharing

We look forward to welcoming our student athletes back to our outdoor facilities in a safe and healthy manner. If you have any questions concerning Pre-Season conditioning, please be sure to contact CHS Athletic Director, Mr. Alfie Nowak (anowak@sandi.net) at your convenience.

CHS Player's Creed

It is the mission of the CHS athletics program to teach our student-athletes principles that will guide them for the rest of their lives. CHS athletics isn't just about better athletes, but better people. That is why we are so excited to launch our new CHS Player's Creed (see below). In collaboration with the CHS Athletic Leadership council and various stakeholders, the CHS Player’s Creed was developed to outline what we believe it means to be a CHIEF. Every student participating in athletics at CHS, as well as their parent/guardian will be required to sign the CHS Student-Athlete Contract which states the following:

As a student-athlete at Clairemont High School you have the privilege of being part of a memorable and life changing experience. With this privilege comes great responsibility. Therefore, it is the expectation of the CHS admin team and Athletic Director that all who participate in athletics actively work to model character and integrity of the highest quality in the classroom, on the court/pool/field, and in our community. By signing this contract, you agree to strive to live a life worthy of emulating by exhibiting Courage, Humility, Integrity, Endurance, and Focus in all that you do.

ATHLETICS COACHING CONTACTS

Badminton (Co-Ed) Gerry Knuppel gknuppel@sandi.net

Baseball (Boys) Mike Peña mpena@sandi.net

Basketball (Boys) Ernie Biagioni ebhoopsbb@gmail.com

Basketball (Girls) Michelle Mannisto mannistore@gmail.com

Beach Volleyball (Boys) Chico Chakarian robert@chakcpa.com

Beach Volleyball (Girls) Chico Chakarian robert@chakcpa.com

Cross Country (Co-Ed) Nick Pradel nepradel@gmail.com

Field Hockey (Girls) Scott Bello sbello@sandi.net

Football Desmond Rose coachdrose@gmail.com

Golf (Boys) Jon Beaubien jbeaubien@sandi.net

Lacrosse (Boys) Matt Whitmire ClairemontLax@gmail.com

Lacrosse (Girls) Casey Glick casey.glick97@gmail.com

Sideline Cheer (Co-Ed) Allison Suits allisonsuitts@gmail.com

Soccer (Boys) Jon Beaubien jbeaubien@sandi.net

Soccer (Girls) Joe Paul beachlifesd@gmail.com

Softball Lori Schmersal lschmersal@sandi.net

Swimming & Diving (Co-Ed) Stephanie Carlon stephaniecarlon@yahoo.com

Tennis (Boys) Gary Jimenez gjimenez@sandi.net

Tennis (Girls) Gary Jimenez gjimenez@sandi.net

Track & Field (Co-Ed) Nick Pradel nepradel@gmail.com

Volleyball (Boys) Sean Alcaraz sean.alcaraz@yahoo.com

Volleyball (Girls) Lori Schmersal lschmersal@sandi.net

Water Polo (Boys) Joey Kienle jkienleiii@sandi.net

Water Polo (Girls) Joey Kienle jkienleiii@sandi.net

Wrestling (Boys) Gerry Knuppel gknuppel@sandi.net

Wrestling (Girls) Gerry Knuppel gknuppel@sandi.net

Alfie Nowak - Athletic Director

For questions regarding athletics at CHS, please contact Mr. Nowak at anowak@sandi.net

Additional information regarding CHS Athletics can be found on our CHS Chieftains webpage.

ACADEMY INFO

Liz Rush - Academies Coordinator

For questions regarding Academies and/or Community Partnerships, please contact erush@sandi.net

COUNSELING CORNER

DREAM ACT ZOOM (STUDENTS WITHOUT LIMITS)

Students applying to college who were not born in the U.S. must complete the CA Dream Act app to receive financial aid at both four-year and community colleges. From October through January, Mrs. Scully will host one-on-one zooms with students to complete their Dream Act application. Please review the available slots below and click the button to sign up. Available slots will be announced each week.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d49a4aa28a4f5c07-dream

CIRCLE OF FRIENDS IS BACK

Hi everyone!

Circle of Friends is FINALLY happening. The club will be meeting each Friday during lunch (12:55-1:25). The Zoom meeting information is below.

Join Zoom Meeting - https://sandiegounified.zoom.us/j/82664068851

If you have any questions please contact Speech and Language Pathologist, Ms. Monique Hale at mhale2@sandi.net.

CHS COUNSELING GOOGLE CLASSROOMS

The CHS Counseling Staff has created grade level Google Classrooms to provide students with resources and supports during Online Learning. Although students were automatically enrolled in these classrooms based on their grade level, please have your child check their Google Classroom suite to be sure they are able to access this valuable resource.