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“The Navigator”
Principal’s Newsletter
St. Charles North High School
Vol. XVI No. 4
255 Red Gate Road / St. Charles IL 60175
(331) 228-4400
April 2015
Mrs. Audra Christenson
Principal
North Star Unsung Heroes
The annual Unsung Hero Awards Ceremony took place in the St. Charles North High School Auditorium before
school on the morning of March 18. This recognition is a way we honor and applaud the “behind the scenes”
students; the unassuming helpers, the givers, those always anticipating the needs in the classroom, the
activity, or the sport. The exceptional contributions by these honorees have been a very meaningful part of our
school life, and this award acknowledges their commitment to making a difference in the lives of both students
and staff in “North Star Country”. Congratulations to our Unsung Heroes!
Unsung Hero Recipients
Julianna Abukhader
Rayya Abukhader
Aaron Amburgey
Sarah Anderson
Kelly Arvanites
Elizabeth Bauerbach
Jordan Blonsky
Katlyn Bolf
Gabriella Bouzas
Katerina Bouzas
Austin Cohen
Keegan Duchesne
Dillon Elliott
Christopher Fahey
Ryan Fahey
Aaron Farquhar
Dakota Funke
Amber Gregory
Morgan Grillo
Alex Hajdys
Hallie Hoan
Kyle Hoeferle
Hannah Huelsman
Kailey Jackson
Tyson Jenkins
Jackson Krantz
Grant Landbo
Brenna Lannert
Briana Lee
Jacob Lewandowski
Jacob Ludwig
Gabriella Margiotta
Maxwell Markowicz
Kayla May
Isabel Miller
Bailey Moberly
Jacob Nickel
Ryan OConnell
Sean O’Malley
Christopher Page
Stephen Para
Jordyn Paulsen
Eleisse Pettigrew
Dakota Raebig
Maggie Rasmussen
Bailey Rother
Quinn Samanic
Vincent Sarna
Unsung Heroes 2015
Alyson Scanlon
Thomas Sebern
Courtney Shaw
Christian Sidoti
Ayanna Siewierski
Brandon Strzelecki
Benjamin Thanepohn
Daniel Throop
Chloe Topf
Emma Utoft
Patrick Walsh
Nicholas Wasmond
Christine Wi
Sydney Wilson
Cory Wright
Jordan Zaccariello
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April 2015
Pen of the Principal
The end of the school year is fast approaching. With so much going on this spring, I am going to again share my
thoughts and information in a more structured way.
Bullying Prevention Task Force
Our student Bullying Prevention Task Force began its work right after Spring Break. The task force is a team of
16 students from all grade levels, with equal numbers of males and females, and with diverse interests in and
out of school. Conversations began with a focus on what the “Perfect High School” would look like, sound like,
and feel like. Students next discussed the topic of bullying as they identified words that they believe belong in
our working definition and understanding of the term bullying. One example of a statement shaping the
conversation was, “Bullying is always mean, but being mean isn’t always bullying”. Next steps for the task
force include solidifying the definition, reviewing data from previous student surveys, and identifying what else
they would like to know from their peers to guide them in determining how we as a school community can
strengthen our culture of mutual respect, acceptance, and support.
Celebrations
In addition to celebrating the success of our spring athletic teams, the accomplishments of our clubs, the staging
of our school musical, The Drowsy Chaperone, and the achievements of our graduating class, we have the
following to celebrate.
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Nikolette Manna has been selected as one of the 200 Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois Class of 2015.
Mrs. Hayes was nominated by student Jack McGraw and recognized on WGN News as the March Teacher of the
Month.
PARCC
The final sequence of PARCC tests for the 2014-2015 school year are scheduled to be administered during the
week of April 27. Following feedback from parents, students, and staff regarding missed class time, the
schedule has been revised to minimize the number of days. In addition, conversation amongst teachers,
administration, and Instructional Support Coaches regarding planning and support for students missing a class
due to the testing schedule is on-going.
End with Pride
As the weather continues to warm and the end of school year events are upon us, I would like to remind
all students of the importance of exiting this year with pride and perseverance. Keep focus on your goals – both
academic and futuristic. Remember, actions speak louder than words and your actions not only represent you
but impact those around you as well.
I am very proud to serve as your principal, and I look forward to a terrific and celebration-filled end of the
2014-2015 school year.
Audra L. Christenson
Principal
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April 2015
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College & Career Readiness
Mr. John Peters, Assistant Principal
College Fair
On Wednesday, April 15, Geneva High School will be hosting the Illinois Regional College Fair from 6:30-8:30 p.m. This is
an opportunity for students to meet college representatives and gather information from over 200 colleges and universities.
A list of attending colleges will be available in the Guidance Office the week prior to the fair. Don’t miss this event!
Career Fair
St. Charles North is hosting its annual Career Fair on Wednesday, April 22, and Thursday, April 23. Students will have an
opportunity to explore different careers during their lunch hours or study halls by visiting the various booths. There will be
many different careers represented including: arts, hospitality, communication, business, retailing, engineering, trades,
education, and health occupations. Presenters bring information or brochures about the career, what they specifically do on
a day-to-day basis, educational requirements, skills, and any other pertinent information to that career. Students are able to
ask questions and find out more about the many different career opportunities available to them. Each day will represent
different career clusters. They are as follows:
April 22
April 23
Agriculture, Food, Natural Resources
Arts, A/V Technology and Communication
Architecture and Construction
Business, Management, Administration
Education and Training
Finance
Health Science
Government & Administration
Hospitality & Tourism
Information Technology
Human Services
Law, Public Safety, Corrections
Manufacturing
Marketing
STEM
Transportation
Please encourage your son/daughter to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity available to them.
We are seeking professionals for this event.
If you, your spouse, a friend, neighbor, relative, or anyone you know can represent a career and host a booth at this event,
please contact Kendra Lee ([email protected]). We will pass along the information for registration. Thank you!
Attention Juniors
There are so many opportunities for you to take advantage of as you finish the school year and prepare for your future!
Our counselors are meeting with each junior to discuss post high school plans. All students will leave that meeting with
some “next steps” and a packet of information. Parents, be sure to ask your student about their meeting if you were not
able to attend with them.
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Attention Juniors (cont’d)
College visits are a crucial piece of the application process. We encourage you to visit as many college campuses as you
can. Finding the right fit is so important!
Naviance is an excellent resource for finding information about majors, careers, and colleges. You will be using this
program next year as you complete your college applications. Take some time to familiarize yourself with the unique
abilities Naviance has to offer.
On March 3 and 4, Juniors took the ACT and Work Keys at school. The score from this test may be reported to colleges.
There is an additional opportunity to take the ACT on June 13 at St. Charles East High School. The registration deadline is
May 8. For more information or to register, please visit www.actstudent.org. Information is also available in the Guidance
Office.
The SAT will be offered at St. Charles North High School for interested students on Saturday, June 6. The registration
deadline for this test is also May 8. You may register or get more information at www.sat.collegeboard.org. Information is
also available in the Guidance Office.
Attention Seniors
It’s hard to believe that you are in the home stretch already! Please update Naviance regarding your college choices and
commitments. If you haven’t done so already, you must notify your college of choice by May 1. Counselors will be meeting
with you during PE classes on May 14 to complete your final transcript request.
Our Senior Honors Night will be held Thursday, May 7. We will recognize seniors who have won scholarships, both at the
college of their choice and from local businesses and organizations. If you have been offered a college scholarship, will be
attending that college, and wish to be honored that night, please fill out the green “Senior Honors Night” Form that was in
your senior packet and return it to the Guidance Office. If you have received any other kind of scholarship from a local
business, organization or company, please let Mrs. Porter in the Guidance Office know so you will be invited to this
“Invitation Only” event.
As we approach May, our thoughts are turning to the end of the year and graduation. A packet of information for seniors
and their parents/guardians was sent home in early April. Please be sure to review this information carefully. Graduation is
at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 24, at the Sears Centre in Hoffmann Estates. There is no need for tickets due to the
abundance of seating. The ceremony will also be broadcast live on highschoolcube.com. The following are a few important
dates for seniors to remember:
Saturday, May 2
6:00 p.m.
Prom at the Abbington in Glen Ellyn
Thursday, May 7
7:00 p.m.
Senior Honors Night, Auditorium
Thursday & Friday, May 14 & 15
10:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Cap & Gown Distribution, Main Foyer
Tuesday, May 19
2:30 p.m.
MANDATORY Grad Group Meetings
Thursday, May 21
Last day for seniors
Thursday, May 21
6:00 p.m.
Senior BBQ, Courtyard
Friday, May 22
7:30 a.m.
MANDATORY Graduation Practice, Main Gym
Friday, May 22
Sunday, May 24
Senior Breakfast following practice, Hosanna Church
3:30 p.m.
Commencement Ceremony at the Sears Centre
In Hoffman Estates
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Attention Seniors (Cont’d)
Advanced Placement Testing
All students currently enrolled in AP courses will be taking the associated exams during the first two weeks in May. The AP
Exam schedule is listed below. Please be sure your student is well rested, has a good breakfast, and arrives promptly on
the day of the exam. Students need to bring #2 pencils.
DATE
TIME
PERIODS
AP EXAM
May 4
May 4
May 4
May 5
May 5
May 6
May 6
May 7
May 7
May 7
May 8
May 8
May 8
May 8
May 8
May 11
May 11
May 12
May 12
May 13
May 13
May 14
May 15
8a-12p
8a-12p
12p-4p
8a-12p
8a-12p
8a-12p
12p-4p
8a-12p
8a-12p
12p-4p
8a-12p
8a-12p
12p-4p
12p-4p
12p-4p
8a-12p
8a-12p
8a-12p
12p-4p
8a-12p
12p-4p
12p-4p
12p-4p
1-6
1-6
6-8*
1-6
1-6
1-6
6-8*
1-6
1-6
6-8*
1-6
1-6
6-8*
6-8*
6-8*
1-6
1-6
1-6
6-8*
1-6
6-8*
6-8*
6-8*
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Psychology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
English Literature
Physics 1
Computer Science
Spanish Language
Physics 2
German Language
US History
European History
Studio Art 2D & 3D Design/Drawing
Studio Art Photo/Dig Media
Biology
Music Theory
US Government
French Language
English Language
Statistics
Macroeconomics
Latin
*Indicates the exam will extend beyond the school day.
Any student who wishes to take an AP Exam in a subject area in which they are not currently enrolled should sign up in the
Guidance Office before March 20. The cost is $91.
PARCC Testing
Public school districts in Illinois are required to assess students for the purpose of educational accountability as mandated
by the United States Department of Education. This year, the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and
Careers (PARCC) assessments will be administered in place of the Prairie State Achievement Examination (PSAE). The
PARCC assessment will measure student proficiency relative to the Common Core State Standards, which were adopted by
the Illinois State Board of Education in 2010. Information about the PARCC assessment, including format, sample test
items, and information about scoring, is available at http://parcc.pearson.com/practice-tests/.
During March, all students enrolled in English 9 and Algebra I, regardless of grade level, took the PARCC PerformanceBased Assessment (PBA). At the end of April, the same group of students will be taking the PARCC End-of-Year
Assessment (EOY). More specific scheduling information will be mailed home separately.
The PARCC tests are taken electronically on computers in our LRC and using laptops at various locations in the building.
Students not testing on these days (i.e. all students not in English 9 and Algebra I) will attend their regularly scheduled
classes.
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STUDENT SERVICES
Ms. Sharon Stec, Assistant Principal
News from the Nurse
Parents of Seniors
A copy of your student’s immunization records will be sent to you during April in the graduation packet.
Immunization records are an important document similar to a social security card or driver’s license. I suggest
that these records be kept in a safe location. Please make copies before sending the immunization records to
anyone.
If your student has not received the HPV vaccines or the meningitis vaccine, I would encourage him/her to
discuss these vaccines with their healthcare provider. If you have any questions regarding your student’s
immunization records, please contact the Nurse’s Office before the last day of school. The Nurse’s Office is
closed during the summer.
Parents of Juniors
A new immunization requirement goes into effect in the fall of 2015. Students entering grade 12 in the State of
Illinois must be immunized for meningitis. Even though many students have received one meningitis vaccine,
the new law states that 12th grade students must receive two meningitis (MCV4) vaccines to be fully
protected. However, one dose of the MCV4 is sufficient for students entering 12th grade if the first dose
was administered on/after the child turned 16. According to District 303 Policy, students without proof of
receiving the MCV4 vaccination will be excluded from school. The only exceptions are students with an
approved medical or religious exemption on file with the school nurse.
Parents of 9th – 12th grade students – Medication Pick-up Reminder
Please have a parent or responsible adult stop by the Nurse’s Office on or before the last day of school to pick
up any medication(s). Students are only allowed to pick up emergency medications: inhalers, Glucagon,
and EpiPens.
The last day to pick up medication is Thursday, June 4. Office hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 2:40 p.m. All
remaining medication, including inhalers and emergency medications, will be discarded after that date.
If your child is to receive medication during the school day next year, please have his/her healthcare provider
complete and sign the CUSD 303 Medication Form. A parent signature is also required. The form is located on
the District 303 web site under “For Parents”. Click on Forms. On the Forms page click on Health Forms. The
policy and forms associated with taking medication at school are on the
right.
If your child has asthma and carries their inhaler with them, we like to have
an inhaler in our office in case they might forget to bring their inhaler or it
would run out. Please bring medication to school before the first attendance
day if possible. Call to arrange a time to drop off the medication and forms
to the Nurse’s Office any day after August 13.
Have a wonderful summer!
Amy Boynton
School Nurse
April 2015
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INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS
Mrs. Heather Kincaid, Assistant Principal
SCN Engineering Students Compete at Regionals
On March 6, the Illinois Drafting Educators Association (IDEA) in conjunction with the Elgin Community College
held the Regional Drafting and Design Competition for secondary students from the area. Twenty-two young
engineers and designers at the Regional Finals represented St. Charles North High School. Nine engineering
students earned a trip to State Finals, which will be held at Illinois State University, on Saturday, April 11. The
students worked on various engineering design challenges for two hours. They were tested on their content
knowledge and the ability to apply it to various problems. The following are the student State qualifiers and
their division and place:
Harold Soloman: 1st place - Intro Board
Aly Scanlon: 2nd place - Intro Board
Kyle Begovich: 1st place - Intro CAD
John Engstrom: 2nd place - Intro CAD
Joey Montemayor: 1st place - 3D Modeling
Clark Hageman: 2nd place - 3D Modeling
Devin Davis: 1st place - 3D Assembly
Jason Shanner: 1st place - 3D Architectural
Nate Bawolek: 2nd place - 3D Architectural
Good luck to these fine young individuals at State!
Placing but not qualifying for state: Nate Ioriatti: 3rd place - 3D Modeling
Regional Place Winners: (L-R), Clark Hageman, Nate Bawolek, Jason Shanner, Nate Ioriatti, Devin Davis, Joey Montemayor,
Kyle Begovich, John Engstrom, Aly Scanlon, and Harold Soloman.
North Students Selected in Logo Challenge
Emmy Feddor and Julia Smith are part of Marketing & Advertising 2 this semester. The first project assigned to the class was
to develop a logo for a new business in St. Charles, Clean as a Whisker. Students were placed in pairs for the development of
the logo. Throughout the first week, students developed their ideas for this challenge. Ten logos from St. Charles North High
School were submitted along with 24 logos from the St. Charles East Marketing & Advertising 2 students. After the business
reviewed the logos, Emmy and Julia’s logo was selected to be used by the business.
Marketing & Advertising 2 is a course offered in St. Charles School District. Through this course, students are provided
multiple opportunities for real-world, hands-on projects. These projects are similar to what they would complete in a marketing
career. For more information about Marketing & Advertising 2, please contact Mrs. Kendra Lee ([email protected]).
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April 2015
North VEI Students Find Success at the First IL Trade Show
It has been an exciting year for our Virtual Enterprises
International (VEI) students. The St. Charles North VEI
firms attended the first Illinois Trade Show held at the
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center on February 20.
There were over 50 firms and 700 students in
attendance from Illinois and Michigan. Prior to the
event, students prepared competition materials,
developed a booth idea, and designed promotional
items. At the event, the students sold their virtual
products to the other VEI firms that were in attendance.
In addition, students competed in several competitions
that day including best booth, best sales presentation,
elevator pitch, speed interview, marketing plan, and
impact marketing. Competitions students submitted
prior to the trade show included: business card, print
advertisement, catalog, website design, and newsletter.
All three firms came home winners:
aWAKEN: 1st Place Impact Marketing;
2nd Place Newsletter
Skyline Entertainment: 1st Place Sales Presentation
Star City Sports: 3rd Place Print Ad
aWAKEn firm: (L to R) 1st Row – Hank Zimmer, Joey Rangel, Carter
Stibgen; 2nd Row – Mrs. Kendra Lee, Matt Walden, Jacelyn Maher, Liam
Flood, Danny Obemesser, Liam Smith; 3rd Row – Casey Walter, Tyler Skott.
The St. Charles North firms represented St. Charles well at this event.
VEI Dinner & Silent Auction
The Virtual Enterprises International Program (VEI) had another successful Dinner and
Silent Auction on Friday, March 6, at Eagle Brook Country Club. There were over 100
people in attendance to bid on the 40 baskets that were available. Thanks to the many
businesses and families that donated the baskets to the silent auction and the individuals
that bid and purchased the baskets, the students were able to raise over $5000. This
money will be used to cover expenses for the VEI students to attend a trade show in
San Diego, California, on April 9-12. At the trade show, students will sell their
virtual products to the other VEI firms that are in attendance. Through the trade
show experience, students will develop networking, leadership, and sales skills. In
addition, there are competition opportunities. We will find out the winning firms at the
trade show.
Virtual Enterprises International (VEI) is an in-school, live, global business simulation that offers students a
competitive edge through project-based, collaborative learning, and the development of 21st-century skills in
entrepreneurship, global business, problem solving, communication, personal finance and technology. This is
an international program with 30 firms in Illinois and over 3000 firms internationally. For more information
about VEI, please contact Mrs. Kendra Lee ([email protected]) or Mrs. Barbara Schmit
([email protected]).
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Congratulations Art Students!
Congratulations to the following SCN Art students who received awards from the Scholastic National Art and Writing
Competition, Illinois Regional Division, during February, 2015. This was a great accomplishment for our SCN artists.
There was a total of 2,836 works that were submitted for this competition, which included 92 senior portfolios. Of the
works submitted, a total of 1,142 pieces received Honorable Mention, Silver, or Gold Key Awards.
Students who received Honorable Mention were:
Michael Cannata - ceramic sculpture
Jon Washington - 2 awards - digital illustration, photography
Erika Grauzinis - 2 awards – acrylic painting and senior portfolio (a combination of 10 drawings and paintings)
Students who received Silver Key Awards were:
Erika Grauzinis - 3 Silver Key Awards: - graphite drawing, watercolor painting, colored pencil drawing.
Emma Oberle - mixed media
Students who received Gold Key Awards were:
Erika Grauzinis - 3 Gold Key Awards - “Reassurance”- oil painting and two additional watercolor paintings titled “The
Ice Cream Man” and “Instincts”.
Hailee Stay - “Diamondback” - pen and marker piece
Student images that received awards were included in the Scholastic Art Awards Regional Exhibition 2015, during the
month of February, hosted by Glenbard North High School. A special reception and open house was held on February 8
to honor all students who received awards and to view the exhibit of student work.
The St. Charles North Art Department is very proud of these young artists.
Emma Oberle
“Reassurance”, oil painting by Erika Grauzinis
SCN Art students (L to R): Jon Washington, Hailee Stay, Michael Cannata, and Erika Grauzinis
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April 2015
STUDENT LIFE
Mrs. Melinda Roberts, Assistant Principal
THREE DECA STUDENTS QUALIFY FOR NATIONALS
Ten students made up the DECA contingent to the State Conference for Career Development. The students competed
against Illinois high school students in one of 47 different individual or team disciplines they could choose from. Students
who placed in the top three in their competition qualified for the National Conference which is being held in Orlando, FL
next month.
The team of Julia Smith and Ava Fiandaca took third place in the Entrepreneurship Innovation Plan event while Abby
Wineinger placed third in the Entrepreneurship Written event. There have been national qualifiers from the North DECA
chapter in 13 out of 14 years the school has been open.
The other attendees, Brian Toman, Natasha Montavon, Jessica
Pannetierri, Matt Woolwine, Vanessa Jackson, and Jordan
Blonsky put forth their very best efforts but came up shy of
making the podium.
Each of these students is a wonderful representation of what a
North Star should be, and they should all be very proud of what
they accomplished.
DECA students qualify for national competition: (L to R) Abby
Wineinger, Ava Fiandaca, and Julia Smith
DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers
in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management in high
schools and colleges around the globe. DECA has 215,000
members in almost 3,800 high school and college chapters
around the world.
Feeding Our Hungry Neighbors
On a brisk and foggy March evening, 17 Key Club members and parents traveled to
Geneva, Illinois, to volunteer their time to help feed those less fortunate. Over the span of
two and a half hours, the Key Clubbers marked and packaged 7,300 pounds of food
products which is the equivalent of 6,083 meals at the Northern Illinois Food Bank. The
food bank, feeding Illinois residents across 13 separate counties, assists nearly 71,000
people on a weekly basis. The Key Clubbers from St. Charles North added to that total
through a combination of teamwork, laughs, and classic rock music that cascaded through
the food bank.
This activity has been one of several volunteer events over the past several months that
the Key Clubbers have pursued to help their community. Some of these events include a
trip to Feed My Starving Children in Aurora, assisting with the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree
toy event, and a Bowl-A-Thon in coordination with Kiwanis to raise money for the Spastic
Paralysis Research Foundation.
Following the recent trip to the food bank, Key Clubbers are looking to continue in their
aspiration to give back through several upcoming service opportunities around the St.
Charles area. These would include: a second trip to Feed My Starving Children and
helping at the Multiple Sclerosis Walk-a-thon.
Key Clubbers took a “helpie” while in the
midst of volunteering at Northern Illinois
Food Bank. Some members in the picture
include Tommy Summerwill, Aislen Kelly,
Taylor Sabo, Alex Sabo, Arreyelan
Salyards, Brittany Allen, Alex and Jacob
Kadolph, Matt MacArthur, advisor Kathy
Ralston, and Travis Buoy.
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SCN PRESENTS SPRING MUSICAL - “THE DROWSY CHAPERONE”
The SCN Theatre & Music Department will present their Spring Musical The Drowsy Chaperone for four performances
Thursday-Saturday, April 23, 24, and 25 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 26, at 2:00 p.m.
Winner of five Tony Awards (including Best Book and Best Original Score), The Drowsy Chaperone is a loving send-up
of the Jazz Age musical featuring one show-stopping song and dance number after another.
When a die-hard theatre fan plays his favorite cast album, the characters come to life in this hilarious musical farce.
With the houselights down, a man in a chair appears on stage and puts on his favorite record: the cast recording of a fictitious 1928 musical. The
recording comes to life and The Drowsy Chaperone begins as the man in the chair looks on. Mix in two lovers on the eve of their wedding, a
bumbling best man, a desperate theatre producer, a not so bright hostess, two gangsters posing as pastry chefs, a misguided Don Juan, and a
chaperone, and you have the ingredients for an evening of madcap delight.
Hailed by New York Magazine as "The Perfect Broadway Musical", The Drowsy Chaperone is a masterful meta-musical, poking fun at all the tropes
that characterize the musical theatre genre.
North’s musical production, directed by Dale Morgan, has over 35 students cast in the show, and with all of the students working on tech and playing
music in the orchestra pit, there will be over 60 students participating in this fine event! Come stomp your feet to this Tony Award winning show.
Please come and experience what should be our finest production ever!
Tickets are $5 for students, $7 for adults, and $3 for senior citizens. Tickets are available at the box office 30 minutes before the show.
For further information email [email protected] or call (331) 228-6236.
BREAKFAST WITH THE STARS
The Breakfast with the Stars Program honors individual stars within our school community. Some of
the individuals nominated are out there for all of us to see and congratulate. Others are behind the
scenes or who, in their quiet way, demonstrate a level of excellence through service, academics,
competition, or simple kindness. Some of these students give of their special talents on a day-today basis in the classroom and some of them excel in our extra and co-curricular activities. Each
student is unique and special in the way they share and develop our school community.
FEBRUARY
Presenter
Mrs. Carri Pozzi
Ms. Natalie Albers
Mrs. Janice Young
Mr. Doug Foster
Mrs. Julie Bishop
Mr. Matt Cohen
Mrs. Lori Creasor
Recipient
Julianna Abukhader
Nicholas Bernau
Christopher Dabao
Martina Piletti
Ashling Davern
Samantha Jaimes
Danielle Michalak
AlexaPappas
MARCH
Presenter
Mrs. Marcella Sheler
Mr. Jeff Fett
Ms. Alicia Seifrid
Mrs. Lindsey Hawkins
Mrs. Myung You
Mr. Steve Haftl
Ms. Larissa Bell
Mr. Matt Johnson
Recipient
Courtney Bender
Kelsie Hoekstra
Madeline Jenkin
Kieran Murphy
Kaylyn Pingel
Julia Smith
McKinnley Thompson
John Weir
SENIOR YEARBOOK ADS
Dear Parents of Graduating Seniors,
The deadline for placing your yearbook senior ad is quickly approaching. In order to have your
child’s baby picture and a personal note included in the yearbook, please look online at
http://north.d303.org/yearbook. The process is very simple – just submit a digital photo, type
a note, and send! The absolute steadfast last date for submission is May 21 – the seniors’ last
day of school.
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April 2015
Engineering Design Club Participates in the IL Science Olympiad
St. Charles North Engineering Design Club members attended the Neuqua Valley Regional Science Olympiad
for the first time in school history on March 7. Students competed in a variety of science, math, and technology
events. A special congratulations to Mark Ellingson and Margaret Serewicz for receiving medals in the
Compound Machine event. Also receiving medals in the All About Time event was Antonio Gaido and Devin
LeSueur.
Compound Machine Event medalists, Mark Ellingson
and Margaret Serewicz
Antonio Gaido and Devin LeSueur, All About Time
event medalists.
EMPTY BOWL DINNER WAS A HUGE SUCCESS
The St. Charles North Annual Empty Bowl Dinner was a huge success.
Thanks to FCCLA for preparing and serving the fabulous soups;
the Art classes and Art Club for creating the beautiful ceramic bowls,
and our hosts, the National Art Honor Society. Thank you also to all
who attended this event and helped us raise over $1,100.00. Onehundred percent of proceeds will go to Lazarus House, a St. Charlesbased shelter for men, women, and children.
FCCLA members helped make the event a
success. (L to R) Elizabeth Ting, Amani Kan,
and Taylor Hoekstra.
Art Club members, Erika Grauzinis and Chloe Topf, enjoy the soup at Empty Bowls.
April 2015
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SCN Mock Trial – Second in State
The SCN Mock Trial team competed at the Illinois State Bar Association State Mock Trial Tournament from March 14-15, with a goal of trying to
make it into the "Top 8" in State. The defending state champs, SCN Mock Trial graduated six seniors last year, and this year's Varsity included only
two returners: Junior Kiersten Aalfs and sophomore Zach Furlin. However, the team is fortunate to have a deep program with a strong JV team, and
so they continued to compete at a high level throughout the season, including 1st Place in McLean and Lake Counties, 2nd Place in Cook County,
3rd Place in Kane County, and Top 8 at DuPage.
At the State Tournament, the team argued both sides of this year's case, People v. Casey Jones, a criminal case in which Casey Jones (portrayed
for the defense by sophomore Micky Maganini) was accused of home invasion and aggravated battery against his former girlfriend, Kelly Morgan,
(portrayed for the Prosecution by freshman Kayla Vine). After two rounds of competition, the team was awarded the distinction of "Top 8." In the
round, the Defense Team defeated perennial powerhouse, Timothy Christian, mostly because of their ability to listen carefully to the arguments
being made and the testimony being offered and then quickly respond and make changes to their own case. The judges were impressed with the
adaptability of the SCN Team, who ended up winning 2nd Place in the State Tournament.
This year's Varsity Team competing at State included: juniors Kiersten Aalfs, Jimmy Fleck, and Vince Valeriano; sophomores Zach Furlin, Micky
Maganini, Blake Yang, and Ryan Wolak; and freshman Kayla Vine. Individual honors went to Kiersten Aalfs and Jimmy Fleck, who were recognized
as Outstanding Attorneys, and Vince Valeriano and Ryan Wolak, who were recognized as Outstanding Witnesses. The team is coached by teachers
Mrs. VanDeSampel & Ms. Roberts, as well as by St. Charles alum Patrick Crimmins of Brady & Jensen. Follow the SCN Mock Trial Team on twitter:
@SCNMock.
Varsity Mock Trial Team: (L to R) Vince Valeriano, Blake Yang,
Zach Furlin, Kayla Vine, Kiersten Aalfs, Jimmy Fleck, Ryan
Wolka, and Maynard Maganini.
JV and Varsity Mock Trial Teams with 2nd place gavel
Music Department Honored with Civic Image Award
The Veterans’ Day Concert at St. Charles North
HS has become one of the most popular events
annually in the D303 community. For their efforts
in staging this annual salute to America’s
Veterans, NHS teachers Mr. Mike Molloy, Mr.
Brian Wis, and Mr. Jim Stombres; and Auditorium
Manager, Mr. Joe Pietrie, were honored by the St.
Charles Chamber of Commerce as winners of
Civic Image Awards. The four were presented
with a plaque at the Chamber’s annual
Charlemagne Awards Dinner held in February at
the Q Center.
(L to R) NHS Auditorium Manager, Mr. Joe Pietrie; Music Teacher, Mr. Brian
Wis; STC Chamber Member, Mrs. Kristine Kowalski; and Music Teacher, Mr.
Jim Stombres.
St. Charles North High School
255 Red Gate Road
St. Charles, IL 60175
A 2010 United States Department of Education National Blue Ribbon School
IMPORTANT DATES
(Sometimes dates/times change….check school website often @ north.d303.org)
Apr 15
Apr 17
Apr 22
Apr 23
Apr 23
Apr 24
Apr 25
Apr 26
Apr 28
Apr 30
May 2
May 3
May 5
May 6
May 7
May 8
May 11
May 11
IL Regional College Fair, Geneva HS, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
School Improvement Day – No School
Career Fair, NHS, 9:50 a.m.-1:35 p.m.
Career Fair, NHS, 10:02 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Spring Musical, AUD, 7:30 p.m.
Spring Musical, AUD, 7:30 p.m.
Spring Musical, AUD, 7:30 p.m.
Spring Musical, AUD, 2:00 p.m.
Select Academic Teams Banquet, Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m.
Nat’l Honor Society Induction Ceremony, AUD, 7:00 p.m.
Prom, Abbington Banquets, 6:00 -11:00 p.m.
Post Prom, The Hub – CCC, 11:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Jazz & Concert Bands Concert, AUD, 7:30 p.m.
Select Teams Academic Banquet, Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m.
Senior Honors Night, 7:00 p.m., AUD
Relay for Life, 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m., NHS Stadium
Symphonic Varsity & Wind Symph Band Concert, AUD, 7:30 p.m.
PTO Mtg., 7:00 p.m., LRC
May 12
May 13
May 15
May 16
May 19
May 21
May 21
May 22
May 22
May 22
May 24
May 25
June 2
June 3
June 4
June 4
June 6
Spring Gala, ECC, 7:30 p.m.
Choirs & Orchestras Concert, AUD, 7:00 p.m.
One Acts Festival, AUD, 7:30 p.m.
One Acts Festival, AUD, 7:30 p.m.
Mandatory Grad Group Mtg., NHS, 2:30 p.m.
Seniors’ last day of school
Senior BBQ, Courtyard, 6:00 p.m.
Mandatory Graduation Practice, Main Gym, 7:30 a.m.
Senior Breakfast, Hosanna Church, after practice
Jazz Showcase, Q-Center, 7:30 p.m.
Commencement Ceremony, The Sears Centre, 3:30 p.m.
Memorial Day Holiday – Schools Closed
Final Exams
Final Exams
Final Exams
Last day of school
SAT Testing at SCN