CJHS Indian Letter 24917 W. Sioux Drive, Channahon, IL 60410 Absence hotline: 815/521-3031 Fax: 815/467-2188 815/467-4314 www.csd17.org February 19, 2015 Important Dates Mon., 2/23 Fri., 2/27 School Board Meeting 7PM @ Pioneer Path NO SCHOOL Teacher’s Institute Mon. 3/9—Fri. 3/27 Week of February 23rd Theme: Friendship Friendship is a relationship between two or more people who enjoy being together. PARCC Testing—see letter p.2 Wed., 3/18 Music Booster Pasta Night Fri., 3/27 Early Dismissal 1:40pm Mon. 3/30—Mon 4/6 Spring Break Tues., 4/7 School Resumes Fri., 4/17 School Imp. Day Early Dismissal 11am “Wherever we are it is our friends that make our world.” --Henry Drummond 2015 PARCC CJHS TESTING DATES Dear Parents of 7th & 8th Graders, It is always helpful, for your child and the school, to avoid absences on state testing days. For absences you have control over (appointments), I would respectfully ask that you do your best to avoid the PARCC testing dates. The PARCC testing window will be 24 days this spring, March 9 th – 27th and May 8th – 21st. Your child will not be testing every day, but rather nine times for an average length of 75 minutes each session. If you can keep things simple and just avoid appointments over this entire window, then terrific. If not, and you need to have a better idea when exactly your child will test, then please don’t hesitate to email or contact me directly and I would be happy to get that information for you. I can be reached at [email protected] or (815) 521-3074. Sincerely, Chad Uphoff Questions you might have about PARCC: How much PARCC testing does my child do compared to the old ISAT testing? Students used to do up to eight hours of ISAT testing. They now do up to ten hours of PARCC. What is the #1 change for students? This is simple to answer. It is administered via computer rather than paper and pencil. For example, to work their way through a test they may be exposed to high-tech graphics or enhanced ways to present information for them to process, but they will also have to deal with the challenges of taking a test on computer (keyboarding, scroll, drag and drop, putting data into fields, etc…). Will “maneuvering the technology” hurt their score on “how well they know math or ELA” is a question to start answering after testing is complete for State leaders. The good news for us is CJHS is pretty advanced in terms of technology exposure throughout the school year, including taking a few PARCC practices in preparation in order to limit, or eliminate altogether, any technology confusion or difficulties. What is the #2 change for students? We will switch to an A & B day BLOCK schedule during these 24 PARCC days, which will allow students to take a 60-90 minute PARCC test during their BLOCKED LA or MATH class when it is their turn. For those not familiar with the term block scheduling, it basically means students will have half of their class periods, but longer periods, every other day. I view this as good “practice” for students who are exposed to BLOCK schedules in HS. Why is there a 24-day testing period this year, instead of the 4-day testing window in past years? Again, the students do about the same amount of individual testing (10 hours during 9 sessions averaging 75 minutes each) but it is drawn out over more days in order to work 320 students through our two state-of-the-art computer labs, while still having regular classes during the same day. PAGE Results & Information Upcoming Events Saturday, 2/21 8th VB @ Homer Volleyball Invitational—First game is at 9am. Monday, 2/23 Math team @ Minooka—3pm; Scholastic Bowl v Elwood—4pm Tuesday, 2/24 Volleyball @ Brooks Middle School—4:15pm; Wrestle @ Troy 4:15pm Thursday, 2/26 Volleyball v Mokena—4:30pm Volleyball will be finishing up regular season play and heading into IESA regional play next weekend. regional tournament will take place at Sandwich High School on Saturday, 3/3. Wrestling begins at 9am. Stay up to date on the latest Channahon Athletic Boosters news and events via our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages. After a couple of games next week (and the Homer Invite for our 8th grade girls over the weekend) the 7th grade team will be heading to Coal City on Monday, 3/3, to begin their regional play. More information as to time and opponent will be in next week’s letter. Looking out the window it is hard to believe that track and field season is quickly sneaking up on us. Sign-ups are located on the bulletin boards by the trophy cases. All students wishing to participate must have a current sports physical on filed. The nurse will be notifying you and your student if your physical is not up-to-date. Practices will begin in early March—more information will follow. Facebook Page: Channahon Athletic Boosters Twitter: @Red_Riot_Indian Instagram: Channahon will host the 8th grade girls regionals. Their regional will begin on Saturday, 3/7. More information will follow as to times. Wrestling is also heading into the state tournament next weekend. Their CHANNAHON_BOOSTERS The Scholastic Bowl team is of to a fantastic start. The knowledge that these students have is absolutely amazing!!! Saturday, 2/28 Wrestling Regionals—TBA Student Council presents . . . The Cupid Shuffle Date: February 20, 2015 Admission: $1 Time: After school until 4:30pm Students – YOU pick the playlist! Concessions available for purchase. CJHS INDIAN LETTER 3 Music Boosters News! Code Word: Future Mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 18th! Plans for our 6th annual Italian Pasta Night are well underway. Please check to make sure you have received a packet from your child for this year’s Italian Pasta Night. We need your help to make this year’s fundraiser a success. If you have any questions regarding the Italian Pasta Night or are in need of a packet or more tickets, please contact Sherri Gierman at [email protected]. Students across the district have been receiving lessons on coding. Coding is similar to the computer programming classes that used to be offered in schools. Coding has seen a resurgence in popularity with the explosion of technology and devices and apps – there simply is a high demand for ever-updated technology and better, more engaging apps but not enough people to do the coding to meet that demand. So schools have been tapped to foster an interest in coding. Coding lessons are also great for promoting innovation, problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration – all wrapped up in what looks like a fun computer game or app! Check out these sources that our students in Channahon School District 17 are using to develop their coding skills: The website that started it all: code.org Please note that our February meeting has changed. We will meet on Tuesday, February 17th. Our meetings take place in the Art room at Three Rivers School and begin at 7:00pm. If you have any questions about the meeting, please contact Kellie Mason at [email protected]. The following apps are free to download from iTunes: Daisy the Dinosaur: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ daisy-the-dinosaur/id490514278?mt=8 Kodable: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/kodable/ id577673067?mt=8 Coddy Free: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/coddyfree-innovative-educational/id698176009?mt=8 Cargo-Bot: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cargobot/id519690804?mt=8 Renée Bogacz Instructional Technology Resource Teacher OUR DRUG-FREE PLEDGE ATTENTION 7 GRADE STUDENTS AND PARENTS: The Washington, D.C. trip information was handed out on Feb. 13. Each student that would like to travel to D.C. will need to register online before May 31, 2015! TH The faculty and staff at CJHS are committed to promoting the safety and well-being of our students through our ongoing anti-drug efforts. We believe that we are blessed with some great students and an outstanding community, however, the impact of drug abuse can be felt in all areas. Students are aware that the possession, distribution, or use of drugs at school or any school related function is absolutely prohibited. The school reserves the right to search school property and equipment owned or controlled by the school (such as lockers, desks and parking lots). Although we believe that our students make good choices in regards to drug usage, we also believe in being diligent in the deterrence of any and all drug abuse. We also intend to allow local law enforcement to conduct drug-dog searches to help ensure a safe and drug-free environment at least once every school year. PAGE 4 **Do you have some barely used soccer cleats from that one season you wanted to try out the sport? **Maybe you outgrew a great pair of track shoes before the next season and they are just taking up closet space! Bring in any of your used, but still good, athletic shoes and drop them off in the "Soles for Sports" box by the office. The Beta Club will be collecting used athletic shoes this week and next. Beta Club is also asking you to "Share the Love" We, along with the Minooka Junior High, are collecting NEW teddy bears sized 12-14 inches that will donated through TeddyBearCare to Lurie Children's hospital where Megan Bugg is receiving her treatments. Bring in any NEW teddy bear this month to the collection box out front!!! Minooka HS Band and Guard Boosters 24th Annual Craft Fair When: Sat. February 21, 2015 Where: MCHS Central Campus Parents—please remember to check your child’s lunch balance. Payments for lunch can be dropped off in the school office. T ime: 9am-3pm YEARBOOKS FOR THE 2014-15 SCHOOL YEAR Order forms for the Yearbook were handed out in study hall on Friday, February 13th. The cost of the Yearbooks this year will be $20.00. Please return the money and order form into your homeroom/study hall teacher before Monday, March 2nd . Yearbooks are sold on a pre-sale basis only. Please make checks payable to Lifetouch or you may now use a Credit Card Order Online at YBPay.lifetouch.com with Yearbook ID Code: 1400515 PAGE 10 Ways to get your Kids to Eat Their Vegetables! If your kids are veggie haters, you might find yourself playing hide-and-seek come mealtime. Peas hidden in pancakes? Check. Squash added to pasta sauce? Yep. Pureed spinach in fruit smoothies? Of course. But as your kids grow older (and wiser), it might be time to stop hiding the vegetables and start teaching your kids to enjoy healthful, nutritious foods as they are. Read on for painless ways to up your family’s vegetable consumption. 1. Don’t treat veggies as the enemy. Kids hear a lot of negative messages about healthy eating. Let your kids know that all food groups serve as fuel for the body and that nutrition plays a big role in growing up healthy and strong, she adds. 2. Stop hiding vegetables. A new study published in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior found that kids will happily eat baked goods that contain vegetables — even when they know there are veggies in the dough. In the study, researchers served zucchini chocolate-chip bread, broccoli gingerbread spice cake, and chickpea chocolate-chip cookies to groups of schoolchildren. Kids liked the zucchini and broccoli treats, and only vetoed the chickpea cookies because they were unfamiliar with chickpeas. 3. Put the power of nutrition in kids’ hands. Researchers in the Netherlands studied 259 children between the ages of 4 and 12 and found that when kids got to choose which fruits and vegetables to eat, they were more likely to consume a healthy amount of vegetables without complaint. 4. Grow your own. “Kids love this, if you can, start a small garden and let the kids become farmers. They will have a ball watching their veggies grow and then eating them.” 5. Stick to vegetables with crunch. Researchers in the Netherlands gave children carrots and French beans prepared six different ways, and found that the kids overwhelming preferred “crispy, crunchy, and juicy” veggies over “mushy, squishy, and slimy.” Sorry, okra. 6. Do as you say. “The best way for adults to encourage vegetable consumption among their children is to be good role models," Blake says. "If you eat them and enjoy them, the kids will follow your lead.” 7. Consider nonfood rewards. Stickers might be the ticket to a happier dinner table. In a study, 173 families with 3- and 4-yearold children were divided into three groups. One group of kids got a sticker after trying a bit of a disliked vegetable, the second group got verbal praise, and the third group was not rewarded. After 12 days, the children who received the stickers were eating more vegetables (and liking them better) than the other two groups. After one and three months, the kids were still eating their veggies. . 8. Make food fun. Researchers wanted to see if offering a salad dressing “dip” along with broccoli could make a group of 152 preschoolers tolerate the much-reviled vegetable. After giving kids the healthful green twice a week for seven weeks, they found the youngsters were more likely to eat the vegetable when it was paired with dip, even when the dip was low-fat. Use salsa instead of high-calorie dressings and to try the technique with more than just broccoli. 9. Ask other caregivers to help. Discuss your preferences and expectations for vegetable consumption with caregivers at your child’s daycare or school. If you pack lunch for your children, encourage them to eat well when you’re not there to supervise. 10. Don’t give up. As with so many aspects of parenting, persistence and consistency are critical to the success of your veggie game plan. It can take 10 or more exposures to a single vegetable before a kid becomes accustomed to a particular taste. Exerted from: http://www.everydayhealth.com/health-report/summer-produce/ways-to-get-kids-to-eat-their-veggies.aspx? pos=1&xid=nl_everydayhealthhealthyliving_20150203 Nearly 40 new books, spanning several genres, are waiting to be checked out from the CJH library. Students are able to come to the library before school, during study hall, LA library time, and up to 3:00 pm after school. 6 WASHINGTON, D.C. TRIP • Seventh grade students received the information for the 2015 Washington, D.C. trip on Feb. 13! • This packet contains all the information needed to register for this trip. • The registration deadline is May 31, 2015, so register your child now to secure a spot! • If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mrs. Michalak ([email protected]) or Mrs. Bettenhausen ([email protected]). (FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE) TRIP ENROLLMENT FORM CHANNAHON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 8TH GRADE WASHINGTON, DC October 9 - 11, 2015 PARTICIPANT INFORMATION (please provide complete legal name) FIRST SELECT ONE Participant is a: MIDDLE STUDENT SELECT ONE Participant is a: ADULT MALE LAST ADDRESS DOB CITY STATE PARENT/GUARDIAN’S NAME ZIP (if applicable) FIRST PHONE 1 LAST PHONE 2 EMAIL BILL TO ADDRESS (if different than above) ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP PROTECT YOUR PURCHASE WITH RGP PAYMENT INFORMATION Brightspark strongly advises you to avoid cancellation penalties by adding RGP - Refund Guarantee Protection to your account for: Please make checks payable to Brightspark Travel, Inc. Return completed form and check to: $109 From the minute you sign up for RGP you can cancel at any time, for any reason and you will receive a full refund of all tour payments (not including the cost of RGP). Brightspark Travel, Inc. P.O. Box 828 Northbrook, IL 60065 YES, I would like to sign up for RGP $ 200 REGISTRATION FEE NO, I decline purchasing RGP $ 109 RGP (OPTIONAL) $ 309 TOTAL AMOUNT If you have opted to include RGP the cost of this with your registration fee is due at this time. SIGNATURE By signing below, I hereby agree to all attached terms and conditions. Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian Date All registrants under 21 years of age must have their parent/legal guardian sign Quote: QUO-20755-V3QGF9. Print Date: 02/05/2015 Tour Consultant: Nicole Summerhill Tour Id: 63747 FEMALE Brightspark Terms & Conditions – Domestic Travel What is included in my tour package? Refund Guarantee Protection (RGP) Ɣ Round trip air transportation to and from your destination (unless otherwise noted) Refund Guarantee Protection (RGP) is available upon registration, and payment is due with your deposit payment. RGP allows for you to cancel at any time prior to the departure of your tour, and receive a full refund, minus the cost of RGP. We highly recommend opting for Refund Guarantee Protection. With RGP in place, there is no nonrefundable registration fee. Some schools elect to add RGP to the tour for all participants. Please check with your school to see if RGP is included in the cost of your tour. Ɣ Accommodations that sleep four per room for students, and two per room for adults, unless otherwise noted. Each room has two beds. 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Ɣ 24 hour emergency services Ɣ Accident and Illness Coverage provided by Travel Guard, Inc. A Description of Coverage will be furnished to each tour participant. This coverage is provided at no cost to tour participants Ɣ Re-Instatement Fees of $50, plus any additional airfare costs, will be assessed if you cancel your reservation and choose to reinstate at a later date Enroll in our easy and convenient AutoPay Payment Plan. This can be elected upon your initial registration. 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The fee for a late installment payment is $15.00, and the fee for a late final payment is $60.00 Registration Deadlines: Ɣ NSF Fees of $35.00 will be assessed for each returned check due to insufficient funds Unless otherwise stated by Brightspark, your registration and deposit, along with your RGP payment if elected, is due by the initial payment due date as noted on your Registration Information. Registration date is considered date of receipt. An additional fee may apply for late registration. Ɣ Late Registration Fees will be assessed for any registrations received within 60 days of departure. The fee is 10% of the total tour package price, plus any additional airfare fees if applicable How and when will I receive my refund if I choose to cancel? Refunds are issued for cancellations in the same manner as payment was received. All payment fees are non-refundable. All cancellations must be in writing. Refunds will be received within six weeks. Please note that for your reservation to be complete and in order to participate on your trip, you must acknowledge and affirm that you have read and accepted the complete set of terms and conditions. For a complete copy of our terms and conditions, please visit us online at brightsparktravel.com Registration Information Channahon Junior High School 8th Grade Washington, DC October 9 - 11, 2015 February 13, 2015 Exciting news for Channahon Junior High School 8th Grade. REGISTER ONLINE NOW We're planning a fantastic tour to Washington, DC on October 9 - 11, 2015. This unforgettable learning experience of a lifetime is being coordinated by Brightspark Travel. All you need to know about Brightspark: An accredited and insured operator who ensures safety and security above all Trusted and valued expertise, with over 45 years of experience This custom-made tour fits our unique group, interests, budget and more They’ll handle every detail so you don’t have to worry What will it cost? We've discussed our group's needs and secured these guaranteed rates:* Student $1009 + $109 RGP https://mytour.brightsparktravel.com Enter this code and register no later than: April 10, 2015 TOUR WEB CODE 6374772 A registration fee of $200 + payment for RGP is required. Quad Occupancy *RGP is a highly recommended elective protection plan. *Rates are for rooms with 2 beds. *Our goal is to have 40 paying participants. Brightspark Travel has provided these alternate prices if we do not reach our goal: # OF PAYING PASSENGERS 40 35 30 STUDENT PRICE (QUAD OCCUPANCY) $1009 $1065 $1135 What's Included? Round-Trip Air Transportation with Airport Transfers All Admission Fees to Scheduled Activities 2 Nights at Hotel & Overnight Hotel Security 2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners Guided Sightseeing Brightspark Staff including 24-Hour Emergency Hotline All Taxes and Gratuities "Help Me Travel" Online Fundraising Tool Lanyards and Emergency Cards for Each Passenger Drawstring Backpacks A one-of-a-kind, fun-filled educational experience How do I sign up? Go online to mytour.brightsparktravel.com for the fastest and easiest way to register. Of course, if you prefer the old fashioned way, just request paper forms from your group leader. Any Questions? Contact your customer service representative at (877)545-0070 or email us at [email protected]. Please mention your Tour Web Code, 6374772, when you call. Looking forward to a great trip! 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Registration Information Channahon Junior High School 8th Grade Washington, DC October 9 - 11, 2015 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Here's what you can look forward to: Alexandria's "Footsteps To The Past" Ghost Tour Arlington Cemetery Shuttle Arlington National Cemetery Group Photo Illuminated driving tour of monuments and memorials Iwo Jima Memorial Library of Congress - Picture Stop Battlefield Tour in Gettysburg Harper’s Ferry Newseum Group Travel Video Smithsonian Institutions Supreme Court - Picture Stop U.S. Capitol Tour (pending confirmation) United States Holocaust Memorial Museum - Permanent Exhibit (pending confirmation) Washington Monument Tour Washington National Cathedral White House - Picture Stop Wreath Laying Ceremony - Pending confirmation THE BENEFITS OF MyTour Each group that works with Brightspark Travel will have their own personalized, secure page in the MyTour Portal. Available 24/7 on MyTour, registered passengers can: Manage their account profile Make secure payments Access account balances View tour details Check out the Bulletin Board where the Tour Sponsor can post important tour planning information Fundraise for the tour with Brightspark's exclusive "Help Me Travel" tools Check it out at : https://mytour.brightsparktravel.com Giving Parents Peace of Mind with RGP What is Refund Guarantee Protection (RGP)? Think of RGP as a safety net that protects your investment in any case, up to the moment of your departure. By opting into it, you are able to cancel your trip at any time—for any reason at all—and all trip payments made by you over and above the cost of the protection are 100% refunded - including the nonrefundable deposit! Why should you purchase it? Compared to cancellation policy: Time Frame 31 days from initial payment due date to 81 days prior to departure Cancellation Policy With RGP 85% of the Tour cost returned 100% Coverage! 80-61 days prior to departure 75% of the Tour cost returned 100% Coverage! 60-46 days prior to departure 50% of Tour cost returned 100% Coverage! 45-0 Days Prior to departure 0% of Tour cost returned 100% Coverage! 100% Coverage means EVERYTHING except the cost of the RGP – even the nonrefundable deposit are covered and will be refunded, but ONLY if they purchased RGP. When would RGP come in handy? Though we hope nothing comes between your student and the trip, life is unpredictable. Whether it’s a sudden illness, a surprise session of summer school, an unexpected shift in income or an impromptu family reunion, RGP is there to make a cancellation as painless as possible. SPAGHETTI DINNER THURSDAY FEBRUARY 26TH 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Minooka Community High School 301 S. Wabena Avenue Central Campus Cafetorium “EVENING OF RHYTHM” JOIN US FOR OUR SPAGHETTI DINNER PERFORMANCES BY MINOOKA & CHANNAHON JR HIGH JAZZ BANDS & MINOOKA INDOOR PERCUSSION *RAFFLE BASKETS & SILENT AUCTION ITEMS* SILENT AUCTION & RAFFLE ITEMS INCLUDE: Arlington Park “Day at the Races” Clubhouse Box Seat Package for 4 Auto Care Package Including $250 in Exxon Mobil Gas Cards Passes for Vertical Endeavors, CPX Sports, Heritage Bluffs Golf Course AND MANY OTHER GENEROUS DONATIONS FROM LOCAL BUSINESSES & **Ticket Required for Entry** For Additional Information: Contact : Kathi Spindler Phone: (815) 260-2869 Email: [email protected] Advance Tickets $7.00 $8.00 at the Door Ages 3 & Under Free MINOOKA INDOOR PERCUSSION Who: 1.) K-2nd Boys and Girls 2.) 3rd – 8th Grade Boys and Girls Deadline: February 25, 2015 When: February 28, 2015 Cost: $10 per camper Times: 1:00 – 2:30 pm (3rd-5th Boys and Girls) Where: Seneca High School 2:30 – 4:00 pm (3rd-8th Boys and Girls) If interested in joining the camp please sign up online at www.illinoisambush.com and go to camps! Any questions please email [email protected]
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