September 13 - September 18, 2021

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

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Monday, September 13

• Varsity Girls Field Hockey at home vs. Otay Ranch (4:00 pm)

Tuesday, September 14

• Varsity Girls Tennis at Morse HS (4:00 pm)

• Freshmen and JV Girls Volleyball at home vs. Helix (4:30 pm)

• Varsity Girls Volleyball at home vs. Helix (6:15 pm)

• CHS Back to School Mixer put on by the CHS Foundation at Fast Times (5:30 pm)

Wednesday, September 15

• Varsity Girls Field Hockey at home vs. Bishop Diego (4:00 pm)

Thursday, September 16

• School Picture Makeup Day in the CHS Library (8:00 - 11:00 am)

• Varsity Girls Tennis at home vs. Kearny HS (4:00 pm)

• Freshmen and JV Girls Volleyball at home vs. Mission Bay (4:30 pm)

• CHS Academy Advisory Board Meeting (4:30 pm)

• Varsity Girls Volleyball at home vs. Mission Bay (6:15 pm)

• Boys JV Water Polo at Torrey Pines (7:40 pm)

• Boys Varsity Water Polo at Torrey Pines (8:40 pm)

Friday, September 17

• Club Rush in the CHS Lunch Quad (Lunch Time)

• Girls Volleyball Monte Vista Varsity Tournament (3:00 - 9:00 pm)

• Boys JV Water Polo at home vs. Oceanside (3:15 pm)

• Boys & Girls Cross Country at Woodbridge Invitational (4:00 pm)

• Boys Varsity Water Polo at home vs. Oceanside (4:30 pm)

• JV Football at home vs. Vincent Memorial (4:30 pm)

• Varsity Football at home vs. Vincent Memorial (7:00 pm)

Saturday, September 18

• Girls Varsity Volleyball Monte Vista Varsity Tournament (8:00 am)

HELP EARN MONEY FOR CHS STUDENTS WITH A FEW CLICKS OF A MOUSE

In order to ensure that Clairemont High School receives all the state funding we are entitled to, we need your help. Collecting fully completed LCCF (Local Control Funding Formula) information makes a significant difference in the amount of LCFF funding CHS receives. We are asking that ALL families follow the steps outlined on the Enter LCFF Data in PowerSchool Parent Portal Job Aid by this Friday, September 17, 2021. The process is very simple and takes only a few minutes. The privacy of your information will be upheld and will not be used for any other purpose. Our collective efforts to reach a 100% completion rate can make a huge difference in terms of the funding we are able to allocate toward programs and materials for your children.

If you have any questions about this process or need assistance accessing your Parent Portal account, please email CHS Site Technician, Mr. Steve Durham (sdurham@sandi.net) for more information. If you haven't set up your parent portal account, just follow these simple steps outlined HERE.

Thank you for your support.

Sincerely,

Principal Williams

VOTE FOR YOUR PARENT REPRESENTATIVES ON THE CHS SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL (SSC)

The SSC is a governing body that is responsible for deciding how to spend categorical money to improve the instructional program at Clairemont High School. Each school in the district receives a different amount of money, based on enrollment. SSC members work together to set goals for improving student achievement at Clairemont High School and allocating the funds to accomplish those goals. SSC members meet eight times a year to oversee the implementation of various programs in the school, including state and federally-funded programs.

Please use the link below to cast your vote for TWO parents to represent you on the CHS SSC.

CHS OFFICIAL PARENT BALLOT (SSC)

If you have any additional questions about the CHS SSC, please feel free to email Principal Williams at your convenience. (ewilliams4@sandi.net).

VOTE FOR YOUR PARENT REPRESENTATIVE ON THE CHS SITE GOVERNANCE TEAM (SGT)

The purpose of the SGT is to empower the staff, parents, and students to make long-range decisions and changes that will promote student academic, social, and physical growth. This is accomplished through shared decision-making. Shared decision making allows for flexibility and assures accountability. It fosters positive communication, collaboration, and positive consensus. The goal of shared decision-making is to improve the quality of the learning experience and the learning outcomes of students, to improve the quality of education, to enhance working conditions of employees and improve communications and involvement of the parents and community.

The team may be involved in making decisions related to the success of students and staff at Clairemont High School. These areas may include but are not limited to:

• Curriculum

• Discipline

• Safety and Security

• Attendance

• Staffing

• Communication

• Parent/Student Handbook

Please use the link below to cast your vote for ONE parent to represent you on the CHS SGT.

CHS OFFICIAL PARENT BALLOT (SGT)

If you have any additional questions about the CHS SGT, please feel free to email Principal Williams at your convenience. (ewilliams4@sandi.net).

VOTE FOR YOUR PARENT REPRESENTATIVE ON THE CHS ENGLISH LANGUAGE ADVISORY COUNCIL (ELAC)

The CHS English Language Advisory Council (ELAC) is a governing body that is responsible for the following tasks:

• Advising the principal and staff in the development of a site plan for English learners and submitting the plan to the School Site Council for consideration of inclusion in the School Plan for Student Achievement.

• Assisting in the development of the schoolwide needs assessment.

• Ways to make parents aware of the importance of regular school attendance.

Please use the link below to cast your vote for the parent representative on the CHS ELAC.

CHS OFFICIAL PARENT BALLOT (ELAC)

If you have any additional questions about the CHS ELAC, please feel free to email Principal Williams at your convenience. (ewilliams4@sandi.net).

CHS AS IN-PERSON POLLING LOCATION FOR GUBERNATORIAL RECALL ELECTION

Clairemont High School will serve as an in-person polling location for the 2021 California gubernatorial recall election. Those who wish to case their vote or drop off their ballot may do so in the CHS Auditorium, this Tuesday, September 14.

FALL PHOTOS ARE READY

Hi Parents and Students, YOUR FALL PHOTOS ARE READY! Good news! JostensPIX was recently at your school to photograph picture day, and your student's photos are now available for viewing and ordering!

Click on the link below to get started.

VIEW AND ORDER PHOTOS HERE https://shop.jostenspix.com

PHOTOS NOT APPEARING IN YOUR GALLERY? FIND YOUR STUDENT USING EVENT CODE: FE104021

DID YOU KNOW?

• You can personalize your photos with a variety of backgrounds and
  text

• Photos are shipped directly to your home

• High-res digital downloads are available

• If you have more than one child, you can order together and pay
  once

If you did not take a photo during registration, the school photo make up day will be on Thursday, Sept. 16^th from 8-11 am in the Library. **This is not for retakes, new photos only!

SENIOR PHOTO PACKAGE ORDERING DEADLINE

It's Senior Week! Order by this Friday, September 17th online (jostens.com) or call toll free Jostens Customer Service Center to take advantage of early order group discount pricing (Contact info below).

It's time to order your cap & gown, class jewelry, graduation announcements, and senior apparel. This year, ordering will be done a little different, so please check out the video below for info on how to order. Also, use code RING40 at checkout to take $40 off MOST class jewelry (cannot combine with any other offer).

VIDEO SHARING HOW TO ORDER

Questions? Email michael.petrella@jostens.com or call Jostens Customer Service Center toll free at 1-800-567-8367

CURBSIDE MEAL PICK-UP LOCATIONS: STUDENT MEALS & GROCERY DISTRIBUTION

Families can pick up students and family meals at four district locations M-F from 12-2p.m.

• • Clark Middle; Madison High; Mira Mesa High; O’Farrell Charter

    • *O'Farrell Charter will operate curbside meal service from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Wednesdays. All other days will be the regular 12 p.m.-2 p.m. service time.

Meals are for children under 18 years i.e. students enrolled in the Virtual Academy, students who are at home due to quarantining requirements, children not yet enrolled in our schools. Extra grocery items and fresh produce are also available for families at these sites.

• Extra food giveaway on Tuesdays at Clark Middle and O’Farrell Charter

• Extra food giveaway on Fridays at Madison High and Mira Mesa High

Check a menu of available food items by clicking HERE.

RESERVE NOW

The yearbook only session is a headshot on our classic background. Come dressed and ready for the session, which will only take a couple minutes. We will choose your yearbook portrait but you will have the opportunity in the spring to preview and order from it!

Please click the RESRVE YOUR SPOT HERE link below to reserve your special session.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE

CLAIREMONT COMMUNITY OF SCHOOLS (CCoS)

Clairemont Community of Schools are meetings in which parents and staff from all 5 feeder elementary schools, Marston and Clairemont High School discuss topics like K-12 alignment, district updates, enrollment, marketing and other items brought forth to the committee. The purpose of the Clairemont Community of Schools Committee is to assemble Clairemont Cluster staff, parents and community members to discuss information that will ultimately improve the Cluster’s programs and presence in the Community. Area Superintendents, principals and a SDUSD Board Trustee often attend these meetings.

In order to adhere to the health and safety guidelines set forth by the San Diego Unified School District, the CCoS meetings for the 2021-2022 school year will be held via Zoom. The Zoom link along with the dates and times of the meetings are listed below.

Meeting Schedule for the 2021-2022 School Year

• October 7, 2021 5:00 - 6:00 pm

• December 9, 2021 5:00 - 6:00 pm

• March 3, 2022 5:00 - 6:00 pm

• May 5, 2022 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Zoom Link - https://sandiegounified.zoom.us/j/89336635464

CCoS Website - https://sites.google.com/sandi.net/ccos

Thank you and I look forward to seeing you at our first CCoS meeting on October 7, 2021.

Sincerely,

Principal Williams

SENIOR PORTRAITS

Hey Seniors!

If you have not yet taken your Senior Photo please do one of the following:

• Book a session directly at the studio - https://www.keaneseniors.com/book-session

• Book an on campus Take 2 session on October 15^th

• Book a yearbook headshot only on November 2^nd **these appointments will be bookable after this week.

An optional cap and gown only session will be available in the Spring. Stay tuned. Ms. Heidi Fulton (hfulton@sandi.net) will be your go to contact for all things Senior and will keep you advised.

TEACHER CONTACT INFORMATION

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

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

CHS MENTOR PROGRAM

We are excited to start back up our 11th Grade Mentoring Program for the 2021-22 School Year! In this program, all 11th graders will have the opportunity to be matched to an industry community volunteer mentor who will meet with them monthly on campus during the school day to discuss important topics such as goal-setting, future planning, resumes and interview skills and more. We are always looking for quality volunteers from the community to be mentors in our program. Parents - if you or someone in your network would be an amazing mentor, please get the word out and consider signing up today! More about our CHS Mentor Program and Mentor Program Application can be found on our website at https://clairemont.sandiegounified.org/industry_partners/mentor_program. Registration is now open and the deadline to apply is October 7. Mentor Meetings officially begin on October 14, 2021!

For more information about CHS Counseling, check out our Clairemont Counseling webpage.

California Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) are required to post the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) School Guidance Checklist and the COVID Prevention Plan online. San Diego Unified has made these documents available for public review HERE.