School Week-at-a-Glance




September 4 -9 , 2023 

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. 

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Monday, September 4

Tuesday, September 5

Wednesday, September 6

Thursday, September 7

Friday, September 8

Saturday, September 9

SCHOOL INFO & SHOUT OUTS

Back to School Night

The admin team will present school-wide information and you will have the opportunity for Q&A with counselors, the IMTSS Coordinator, our site IT Technician (PowerSchool troubleshooting), the CHS Foundation, and the admin team. Though teachers may not be present, contact information will be shared.

Please note this year CHS will host two Student Showcase events at the end of each term (Q2 & Q4) in which teachers will be present to meet parents and help students showcase their learning (via displays, presentations, etc.). More information will be shared soon.

Xello College Planning.pdf

Xello College Planning Tools Session

Wednesday, September 6th at 5:00pm

Seniors & Parents/Guardians, SDUSD would like to invite you to a session provided by Xello - our platform for self, college and career exploration focused on College Planning tools. 

In this 60-minute session, learn how Xello’s College Planning tools support the college admissions process, including support for scholarship and financial aid applications. See how Xello empowers your college bound students to stay organized and on track with college information gathering, planning, and application tracking.

What we will cover during our time together:

Start or Renew a Club

The start of every school year is an opportunity to continue an existing club or start a new club. Clubs are a great way to gather people with common interests and goals. 

All clubs must be approved by ASB governing board members and admin.

How Do You Start a New Club?

Here is what you will need:

1 - A name, a common interest that brings people together (i.e. chess club, drama club, boys’ basketball).

2 - A certificated faculty member (teacher) on campus to be your advisor.

3 - Club officers: President, VP, Treasurer, and Secretary.

4 - An established time & meeting place.

Club Creation

All clubs must complete Club Packet paperwork at the beginning of the academic year to be an official CHS club.  Clubs are recognized on the first day of the following academic school year. 

To complete:

Learn about CHS ASB Clubs

Clairemont Kudos

What are Clairemont Kudos?

A school-wide effort to recognize students for doing something worthy of a shout out. It could be academically focused on the CHS 4 Cs (Critical Thinker, Collaborative Communicator, Creator/Innovator, Contributing Citizen) or something else a staff member notices.

What Do I Do If I Receive A Clairemont Kudo?

New Health & Medical Academy Classrooms

Mrs. Penia and Mr. Nowak (Alfie) are now in their new classrooms. Thanks to a CTE Grant construction on four new Health & Medical Academy classrooms began in the Fall of 2022. While the primary classrooms are operational, the labs not fully functional, as equipment and supplies continue to be delivered. 

Registration flyer (1).pdf

Stop By the CHS Wellness Space

Our new CHS Wellness Space is open in Room 202. In the space you will meet our new counselor, Mrs. MacMaster. The purpose of the space is to create a safe, inclusive, non-judgemental space for students to connect to resources needed to support their physical and social-emotional health. 

The space provides the following?

After School & Saturday
Extending Learning Opportunities
Coming Soon!

Weight Open Before & After School

Sideline & Competition Cheer Tryouts

Clairemont Family Day

Clairemont High School Admin, ASB, Cheer, Young Life Club, and the CHS Foundation will be at the 34th Annual Clairemont Family Day

Stop by and say hello!


SAVE THE DATE

Clairemont High School - 09-19-23.pdf

STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES

2024–25 Student State of California Representatives  (Current 11th Graders)
Student Board Member & Student Member of the Instructional Quality Commission

There are two student leadership positions available at the State for students interested in careers in public service or education. Let’s make sure they’re both filled by San Diego County! :)

State Board of Education Student Board Member

The California State Board of Education is accepting applications for the 2024–25 Student Board Member position. Any student who is a California resident enrolled in a public high school is eligible to apply. The student must be a senior in good standing during the 2024–25 school year and be available to attend a statewide student leader conference in Sacramento from November 5th – 8th, 2023.

Complete applications must be submitted via email to the State Board at sbe@cde.ca.gov by 5 pm on Friday, September 22nd, 2023. A single PDF of the application, letters of recommendation, transcript, and supplemental items is preferred. For more information and to access the application, visit the CDE Student Board Member Recruitment web page at https://www.cde.ca.gov/be/ms/mm/sbestudentmember.asp or contact the SBE by email at sbe@cde.ca.gov. Please share this opportunity with your current Juniors.

2024-25 Instructional Quality Commission (IQC) Student Member

The Instructional Quality Commission is accepting applications for their student member position. Any student who is a California resident enrolled in a public high school for a minimum of two consecutive years and will be a senior in good standing for the 2024–25 school year is eligible to apply.

Complete applications must be submitted via email to the IQC at iqc@cde.ca.gov by 5 pm on Friday, September 29th, 2023. A single PDF of the application, letters of recommendation, transcript, and supplemental items is preferred. For more information and access to the application, visit the CDE Application Information web page at https://www.cde.ca.gov/be/cc/ab/index.asp. Please share this opportunity with your current Juniors.

SD Unified Student Engagement Site
Is Live!

What can be found on the SDUSD Student Engagement Site?

Over next few weeks and months, the team will be adding different pages and information as they continue to learn about the student focused groups in the SD Unified School District. They will also highlight 'Students in Action.'  

Also follow the @sdusdstudents Instagram page!  

SENIORS

Class of 2024
Senior Year Jumpstart Conference

Link to Register: https://forms.gle/hxqvHKufdfZKaxKD9

City College Jumpstart 2023 - Save the Date.pdf

San Diego & Imperial Counties Cal-SOAP
California Student Opportunity and Access Program

Cal-SOAP offers free services to help students pursue a postsecondary education, especially students who are low-income or will be first in their families to pursue a college degree. Through advisement and academic services, Cal-SOAP helps students and families understand the college-going process and how to do everything from applying to college to filling out the FAFSA or CA Dream Act to searching for the perfect career fit. 

If you are interested in Cal-SOAP Services - Fill out the Form 

Websites:

THE CHS FOUNDATION

ClairemontHSF@gmail.com

www.CHSFoundation.info

Join our volunteer email list on our website.

Restaurant Fundraiser

Thursday, September 14
ALL DAY 10am to 10:30pm @ Panda Express

Dining ALL DAY at Panda Express  5407 Balboa Ave

20% of event sales will be donated 

Order Online or In Person, see flier for details


Fall Mixer & Silent Auction
Tuesday, Sept 26 (6pm-Close) 

The Fall Mixer is an adult fundraiser to help raise money, bring our CHS Tribe together as a community and have some fun.  Join us at Fast Times!  Mention CHS and 20% of your tab is donated back to us. 

Teams/Clubs/ASB, this is a fundraising opportunity for you!!  Put together an auction basket for this event and keep 100% of the winning bid.  Questions or info about entering a basket, email us at ClairemontHSF@gmail.com.

CHS Home Games, CHS  Foundation has Booth for “Fan Fans”!

Fan Fans” are here!!!  For a $2 donation,  pick one up to show your school spirit and root on the Chieftains.
Look for “fan fans” at a home game for your sport soon.

Fan Fans are 3-in-1 Spirit Gear;  CHS spirit sign,  fan / sun blocker and noise maker!

Ongoing Rite Aid Fundraiser;  Store and Pharmacy purchases qualify!

RXfundraising.com is another very simple and easy way to support CHS Foundation!  Simply click on the link below and complete the form. Be sure to include your phone number associated with your Rite Aid Rewards.


Click the School Link to Enroll:

support.rxfundraising.com/ClairemontHS

CHS Foundation earns funds every time a registered participant fills a prescription or shops at their local Rite Aid using their wellness+ rewards number.  Visit CHSFoundation.info for more details about this fundraiser.

Fundraising Opportunity!
Silent Auction Basket

Attention Team Parents, Advisors, Coaches, Student Leaders, here is a way to fundraise.  Enter a silent auction basket, advertise it, get people to the event to bid, and receive the benefits!  Email ClairemontHSF@gmail.com for more info.

FOLLOW CLAIREMONT HS

CHS ADMIN TEAM

Karly Johnstone

Principal 

kjohnstone

@sandi.net

Reuben Hoffman

Associate Principal
(A-L)

rhoffman

@sandi.net

Daina Weber

Associate Principal
(M-Z)

dweber

@sandi.net

Cheryl Esselstein

IMTSS Coordinator

cesselstein@

sandi.net

ACADEMICS

TEACHER CONTACT INFORMATION

A full list of CHS Staff Contact information can be found on our school website or by clicking HERE.

STAY INFORMED WITH POWERSCHOOL'S 

PARENT PORTAL

PARENTS: Get Your Parent Portal Account.  Every parent or guardian of our students should have a PowerSchool Parent Portal account. If you don't have one, please email Steve Durham (sdurham@sandi.net); include your student's full name and Student ID # in the request and he will reply with an account creation form. 

ATHLETICS

 CHIEFTAIN SPORTS INFO & NEWS

For updated calendar, team results and news,
and to answer Chieftain Athletics questions,
visit our CHS Chieftains webpage.


CHS ATHLETIC EVENT ENTRY POLICIES

To provide a safe space for all community members and guests attending CHS Athletic Events, we have created the CHS Athletic Event Entry Policies.

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.

COUNSELING CORNER

CHS COUNSELING GOOGLE CLASSROOMS

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

9th Grade GC Code: 3iplgnv         10th grade GC Code: wp4ggvw      11th Grade GC Code: 5joed75     12th Grade GC Code: 2fsrzlj

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

Claudia Victorino

Head Counselor (Li-Z)

cvictorino@sandi.net

Christian Ramirez

Counselor (A-Le)

cramirez2@sandi.net

Supporting Freshmen
& Wellness Coordinator

kmacmaster@sandi.net

(619) 605-2600 Ext. 3058

Steve Durham

Site Technician

sdurham@sandi.net

Teresa Peña

Registrar

tpena@sandi.net

New Mental Health Resources One Pager  (Scroll of Translations)

Clairemont - Translation Mental Health One Pager.pdf

Clairemont Community Resource
List / Map

Link to Clairemont Community Resources

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (VAPA)

Laura Berlin

Art Teacher

lberlin@sandi.net

Jen Dossett

Band Director

jdossett@sandi.net

Summer Williams

Dance Teacher

swilliams10@sandi.net

Theater Director

Open Position

ATTENDANCE REPORTING

Check Attendance

Students and parents/guardians please review PowerSchool regularly to make sure the attendance record is correct. Over the past few weeks we have had many students out due to the flu. Some of those absences still need to be called in by a parent/guardian and excused as illness. To clear an attendance, follow the instructions under Reporting an Absence on our CHS Attendance Page

SDUSD CURRENT ILLNESS PROTOCOL (2023-24)

STUDENTS CAN NOT COME TO SCHOOL WITH THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS. 
They will be sent home for any of the following, and be asked to take a COVID test and follow the San Diego County Health Guidelines.

If a student has  any of the symptoms on the list, please keep and isolate your student at home and use Self-Reporting Tool Link to report the illness. Someone from SDUSD illness and COVID follow-up team will contact you directly.  They will go over the specific requirements of how long to stay home and COVID testing options.

*If your student has a chronic pre-existing condition that causes these symptoms, your student may come to school if a “Certification of Chronic Medical Condition” form is on file.  Available in the CHS Health Office.

* Free COVID home tests are available in the CHS Health Office.

* New permission for this school year is necessary to test at school routinely or if sick in the health office.  Use the primary health app.


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.

NOTICE OF STUDENT NONDISCRIMINATION

NOTICE OF STUDENT NONDISCRIMINATION

San Diego Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying by reason of the following actual or perceived characteristics: age, ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital or parental status, nationality, national origin, actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

 

Students who violate this policy may be subject to discipline, up to and including expulsion, in accordance with district policy, administrative procedure and state law.

 

Employees who violate this policy shall be subject to discipline up to and including dismissal. Any disciplinary action shall be in accordance with applicable federal, state and/or collective bargaining agreements.

 

Title II Coordinator 504 Coordinator Title IX Coordinator

Wendy Ranck-Buhr Eri Nall Lynn Ryan

4100 Normal St. Rm 3126 5465 El Cajon Blvd. Rm. B-2 4100 Normal St. Room 2129

Phone 619-725-5678 Phone 619-344-6420 Phone 619-725-7225


Reference Administrative Regulation (“AR”) 5145.3 and Board Policy (“BP”) 5145.3 for full policies.