November 13 -18 , 2023
November 13 -18 , 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.
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WEEKLY SCHEDULE
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Monday, November 13
Monday, November 13
Tuesday, November 14
Tuesday, November 14
School Site Council in Room 114 (4:00 pm)
Wednesday, November 15
Wednesday, November 15
Post-High School Workshop with CHS Counselors in Room 310 (8:30 am & Lunch)
Baseball Booster Meeting in Room 203 (6:30 pm)
Thursday, November 16
Thursday, November 16
Football Booster Meeting in Room 114 (5:30 pm)
Friday, November 17
Friday, November 17
Saturday, November 18
Saturday, November 18
SCHOOL INFO & SHOUT OUTS
SCHOOL INFO & SHOUT OUTS
CIF win makes CHS history for Field Hockey
CIF win makes CHS history for Field Hockey
The place to be on Veteran’s Day was at La Jolla High School watching the Div II Field Hockey Championship game between La Jolla Country Day and Clairemont High School. The Stars and Stripes were flying proudly over the field on a gorgeous November day where we honored all of the men and women who have so courageously served our country.
The Lady Chieftains had already made CHS history by winning the league championship and now were attempting to write history one more time by winning their first ever CIF championship.
The Torreys and Chieftains had previously met at La Jolla Country Day in a knock down drag out with the Chieftains coming out on top 1-0, so we knew this was going to be a battle.
There was a huge Clairemont fan base to support the Lady Chieftains and they were not disappointed as JR #3 Alexandra Cullen scored on a short corner to give the Chieftains a 1-0 lead very early in the game. The Chiefs continued to dominate on offense with several more shots on goal creating a fan frenzy. The defense has had a tremendous season with 18 shutouts backed by JR Goalie Gabi Santos who did not disappoint with some incredible blocked shots. The Chieftain’s defense once again kept their competition scoreless, ending the day with a 1-0 win cementing this team in the Clairemont history books.
Final record: 20-2 League Champions Div II CIF Champions
We now say goodbye to 8 incredible seniors, 5 0f whom decided to go out for field hockey in the winter of 2021 when we were in the throes of covid not knowing anything about the sport other than it was a little like soccer with a stick. They have persevered through some difficult times, injuries, punches, chipped teeth and have come out on top. We wish these talented young ladies good luck with their future endeavors. We will miss them tremendously and thank them for the wonderful memories and the incredible ride. We couldn’t be more proud.
SR’s: #2 Regina Ibarra(4 year); #4 Francesca Coretta(2 year); #5 Piper Sierens(4 year); #6 Caylin Barley(1 year); #7 Sena Howell(4 year); #11 Ella Peters(4 year); #14 Addy Daudet(4 year) & #18 Olivia Crase(3 year).
I would also like to thank the coaches for their hard work, time and effort molding this team into League/CIF Champions.
*Written by Kim Sierens
Interested in Winter Sports?
Interested in Winter Sports?
The Fall Sports CIF Season started on November 4th.
If you missed tryouts, reach out to the coach to see if the team is still accepting players (emails below)
Athletic Clearance Process Cheat Sheet for 2023-24 - Students must have their Athletic Clearance complete to participate in tryouts.
Learn more at CHS Athletics Website
Questions: Email Alfie Nowak at anowak@sandi.net
CHS Athletics Winter Tryouts (2023-24) (1).pdfGirls Lacrosse Meeting
Wed (11/15)
Girls Lacrosse Meeting
Wed (11/15)
Play Boys Rugby at CHS!
Play Boys Rugby at CHS!
The Honey Badger Club Rugby Team is starting practice on November 13th (Monday) on the Upper Grass Field at 4pm.
Rugby is an all inclusive sport that uses agility, speed, strength, and stamina. Never played rugby? That is fine, the first month of practice will be focused on basic skills and learning the game with little contact.
For questions or more information email Coach Jason Lee at Jason@nanmckay.com
Join the D & D Club!
Join the D & D Club!
Mark You Calendars!
Mark You Calendars!
Opportunity for Family Education
Opportunity for Family Education
Operation Christmas Cheer
Helping CHS Families During the Winter Holidays
Operation Christmas Cheer
Helping CHS Families During the Winter Holidays
Traffic Updates
Traffic Updates
Bay Ho Improvements 3 Project
Bay Ho Improvements 3 Project
Clairemont HS and Marston MS had some unexpected traffic pattern issues. While we were aware of the Pure Water Project, we were not informed of the Bay Ho project for installing sewer mains and laterals on Clairemont Drive.
The contractor is TC Construction and their project supervisor reports the work is moving faster than expected. That’s good as it moves us quicker from the Clairemont Dr./Ute intersection.
Schedule for the next two weeks:
11/13 through 11/17 - Trenching on Clairemont Dr. northbound through the Balboa intersection. This portion of the job will be night work, so no traffic control during the day.
Pure Water Construction on Clairemont Drive
Pure Water Construction on Clairemont Drive
Construction of Clairemont Drive is slowly approaching Marston and Clairemont High School. Both schools will be more affected from December through March. We are including updates as they are shared with us. You can visit the project website and sign up for project E-Blasts.
notice_37_morena_bp_clairemont_upcoming_traffic_control_on_clairemont_drive.pdfFALL ATHLETICS AWARDS & HIGHLIGHTS
FALL ATHLETICS AWARDS & HIGHLIGHTS
CHIEF Award Recipients
CHIEF Award Recipients
Learn more about the CHS Player's Creed & Characteristics of a CHIEF
Girls Volleyball Season Recap
Girls Volleyball Season Recap
The 2023 Girls Volleyball season wrapped up on October 20th. We were in a very challenging league this season, which forced these athletes to refine their skills as well as become smarter players. Each level participated in tournaments hosted by Monte Vista High School on separate weekends. Each level walked away with a 2nd place trophy! Probably the highlight of the season was our final home game on October 16th against San Diego High School. San Diego wasn’t in our league this year, but we play each other every season so it was the perfect opponent for this match! The Freshman Team got us going with a 2-0 victory. The JV team won their first set easily, but struggle in the second set so they had to go to a third set. They re-grouped and pulled out a solid 15-7 win. Next up was the Varsity match. We honored our incredible senior athletes and then got to work. We won the first and second sets, but lost the third and fourth so it came down to a final fifth set. It was a battle, but the girls pulled out a win - 17-15. The whole gym erupted in excitement!
The team went to watch some college volleyball at UCSD and Mesa College. We also had numerous team lunches and got to play beach ball volleyball with Circle of Friends. We will miss the contribution of our Seniors, but look forward to seeing how our younger player step up and lead!
Boys Beach Volleyball Recap
Boys Beach Volleyball Recap
The Clairemont Boys Beach Volleyball team celebrated an exceptional season, marked by their impressive performance! Spearheaded by the remarkable leadership of Brady Semanisin and Makoa Miner, the team secured a commendable second-place position in our conference, boasting a triumphant record of 3 wins and only 1 minor setback.
Each day was charged with an electric atmosphere, evident in the intense energy exuded during practices and games, igniting a passion that often had the boys itching to rip their shirts off in sheer excitement. New coaches Lorne and Ross immersed themselves in the team dynamics, fostering camaraderie, refining player skills through engaging drills, and relishing the team's splendid performances on game days.
SENIORS
SENIORS
Post High School Workshops with CHS Counselors
Post High School Workshops with CHS Counselors
On Campus Support With College Applications
On Campus Support With College Applications
WAHUPA - Free College & Career Counseling
WAHUPA - Free College & Career Counseling
Wahupa Educational Talent Search Application
WAHUPA 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.
FREE Services:
Academic Counseling on SAT / ACT tests & A-G Rigorous Course Selection
Tutoring Connection
College & Financial Aid Information & Application Assistance
Financial / Economic Literacy Connection
Eligibility:
U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident
Not Enrolled in another Talent Search (ETS), Educational Opportunity Center (EOC), Upward Bound (UB) or Cal-SOAP program
Completed ETS application <—click to download
Priority is given to students who are:
Low-income
First Generation (neither parent has graduated from a four-year university with a bachelor's degree)
Planning to attend College
Benefits of a FREE ETS Advisor:
Free individualized services
College and financial aid up-to-date information
Well trained and experienced advisement
Reminders of important deadlines
Access to meetings and workshops for parents
SDSU Admissions Counselor Virtual Support
SDSU Admissions Counselor Virtual Support
San Diego & Imperial Counties Cal-SOAP
California Student Opportunity and Access Program
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:
San Diego County: www.calsoapsandiego.org & https://www.calsoapvirtualclassroom.com
CHS Cal-Soap College Readiness Coach
CHS Cal-Soap College Readiness Coach
Make an Appointment!
Make an Appointment!
After School & Saturday Learning Opportunities
After School & Saturday Learning Opportunities
Athletic Recruitment
Athletic Recruitment
American Sign Language
American Sign Language
Jam Session
Jam Session
Do you have something you want to practice, want to learn how to play something, or just want to be surrounded by music? Come join us for a weekly Jam Session!
Percussion instruments and acoustic guitars are available for use.
See Miss Dossett with any questions or email her at jdossett@sandi.net
Free Guitar Lessons
Free Guitar Lessons
We are bringing Guitar to CHS for free!
No experience necessary and guitars are provided.
Classes will be on Tuesday’s from 3:45-4:45 in the band room, taught by professional guitar teachers.
Weight Room Open
Before & After School
Weight Room Open
Before & After School
Free Wrestling Club
Free Wrestling Club
STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
SD Unified Student Engagement Site
Is Live!
SD Unified Student Engagement Site
Is Live!
What can be found on the SDUSD Student Engagement Site?
District Opportunities
School Site Opportunities
Internships
Suggestions Box
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!
THE CHS FOUNDATION
THE CHS FOUNDATION
CHS Foundation’s Next Meeting is
Tuesday, November 14, 6:30pm in room 114!
CHS Foundation’s Next Meeting is
Tuesday, November 14, 6:30pm in room 114!
Join us to engage with all the planning and work CHS Foundation puts in to support CHS. Everyone is welcome. Share ideas, take on a task, help on a committee or join the Board, whatever you’re willing to contribute is appreciated.
Check our CHS Foundation website calendar for all of our meetings, events, restaurant fundraisers, staff appreciation and more.
CHS Foundation Upcoming 2023 Events
CHS Foundation Upcoming 2023 Events
Meeting; Tues, Nov 14 630pm
Chipotle Fundraiser; Mon, Nov 27
Staff Appreciation Breakfast; Wed, Nov 29
Krispy Kreme fundraiser; Dec 1-31
Meeting; Tues, Dec 12 630pm
More TBA and watch for great things in 2024!! Spring Fling is May 4th, 2024. Thanks for your support!
JOIN THE CHS FOUNDATION TEAM!
JOIN THE CHS FOUNDATION TEAM!
We are looking for new faces to take on the following:
Dir of Marketing- help us promote our efforts
Senior Scholarships Chair (a non-senior class of 2024 volunteer)
Hospitality Committee Members- join the team to prep and serve Staff Appreciation and more
Silent Auction Chair for 2024 (shadow in 2023)
Easy from home position of coordinator of online donation match for silent auction items
Or just come to the meetings and collaborate or just tell us what you like to do and we will welcome your efforts! Fresh ideas welcome.
Chipotle Fundraiser Monday, Nov 27 from 5-9pm
Chipotle Fundraiser Monday, Nov 27 from 5-9pm
After Thanksgiving break, grab a delicious dinner while supporting CHS!
Grad Nite Fundraiser - Ages 21+
Grad Nite Fundraiser - Ages 21+
Tickets on sale now so grab a friend or 10 and reserve your seat for a fun Saturday!
Visit the Casino Bus webpage for more details and payment information
First come, first served so reserve your spot today!
FOLLOW CLAIREMONT HS
FOLLOW CLAIREMONT HS
CHS ADMIN TEAM
CHS ADMIN TEAM
ACADEMICS
ACADEMICS
TEACHER CONTACT INFORMATION
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
STAY INFORMED WITH POWERSCHOOL'S
PARENT PORTAL
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
ATHLETICS
CHIEFTAIN SPORTS INFO & NEWS
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
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
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
COUNSELING CORNER
CHS COUNSELING GOOGLE CLASSROOMS
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.
Stop By the CHS Wellness Space
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?
Snacks and water
Restful atmosphere
Mindfulness techniques
Deep breathing exercises
Fidget tools / games
Music
Counseling services
Informational materials
Referrals to outside agencies
New Mental Health Resources One Pager (Scroll of Translations)
New Mental Health Resources One Pager (Scroll of Translations)
Clairemont - Translation Mental Health One Pager.pdfSuicide Prevention Resources
Suicide Prevention Resources
2022-SPW-Parent-Brochure-Eversion.pdfClairemont Community Resource
List / Map
Clairemont Community Resource
List / Map
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (VAPA)
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (VAPA)
Theater Director
Open Position
ATTENDANCE REPORTING
ATTENDANCE REPORTING
Check Attendance
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.
Subscribe to the SWAG
Subscribe to the SWAG
SWAG Subscription (image) (1).pdfSDUSD CURRENT ILLNESS PROTOCOL (2023-24)
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.
Fever with or no chills > 100.0F
Cough*
Shortness of breath
Nasal congestion/Rhinorrhea (Runny Nose)*
Sore Throat
Nausea/Vomiting/Diarrhea*
Fatigue*
New Loss of Taste/Smell
Headache*
Muscle/Body Aches*
Poor Feeding or Poor Appetite*
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
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.
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