THIS WEEK AT CHS (MARCH 31-April 4)

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Monthly Parent Meeting - Monday, March 31

The Monthly Parent Meeting will be held on Monday, March 31 at 6 p.m. in the CHS Library. All are welcome. Topics will include BYOD technology integration, Canton Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition information, and course selection feedback. 

Term 3 ends on Friday, April 4

Friday, April 4 marks the final day of Term 3. As I noted in last week's blog, it is a school-community effort to help the students Finish Strong. It really comes down to a strong work ethic, focus and time on academics and good communication. Staying after for extra help, utilizing the library during and after school, and talking with your teacher about your current standing will pay dividends.

The start of Term 4 is a time of transition. 

It is exciting time for seniors as they begin their final term of high school and look forward to senior activities and graduation on Friday, June 6. Many seniors will be starting their Senior Externships on Monday, April 7 and leaving the CHS campus for a full-time, real-world experience. Just an amazing opportunity. Additionally, the 19 students participating in the 36th German Exchange will heading to Bocholt, German on April 16 for an extraordinary experience. 


MCAS: Grade 10 Math, Grade 9 Science

For parents of Grade 10 and Grade 9 students, just quick reminder of the upcoming MCAS exam dates.

Math MCAS -- Grade 10
Grade 10 students will take the Mathematics MCAS exam on Tuesday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 14.

Biology MCAS -- Grade 9
Grade 9 students will take the Biology MCAS exam on Monday, June 2 and Tuesday, June 3.

Course selection and verification sheets

Thank you for helping make course selection a success. It is our hope that our 2014-15 Program of Studies offered a comprehensive set of courses that were foundational, aspirational and inspirational. The CHS staff spends countless hours reviewing curriculum and programming to make sure the classes provide a relevant and exciting learning experience for students.

Verification sheets (a record of what you requested) will be sent to you in early April. If you have any questions or concerns regarding course selection, please contact the Guidance Office.

Here is a link to the CHS Program of Studies:

2014-15 CHS Program of Studies

Cheerleaders take 5th at Nationals

Still waiting for more details...But the CHS cheerleading twitter account announced that our Bulldog cheerleading squad represented Canton very well at Nationals, finishing 5th. Thank you to all of the community and family members who helped with the fundraising events to make this trip possible. Follow @cantonhighcheer

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 Class of 2014  - Scholarship List

Scholarship Applications Due: Wednesday, April 9

TO THE MEMBERS OF THE CLASS OF 2014

The scholarship list is a compilation of the organizations, businesses, and individuals offering awards and scholarships to the members of the Class of 2014.  All scholarship committees and the Canton Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, religion, national origin, color or disability in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

A brief summary and description of each offering is provided for your information and review.  Students are urged to apply for any and all scholarships that he or she feels qualified to receive.   Each student is responsible for attaching a copy of their transcript to every application and any recommendation letters that are requested.   

**Students should return all applications to the CHS Guidance Office.

**Please attach a transcript to each application**

Click here for the Scholarship List!

Spring Sports are set to begin

From the Canton Athletics Blog

Despite some teams barely getting outside to train during the first two weeks of spring pre-season, games, meets and matches will commence this week for all CHS spring teams.


The Girls Tennis team will be the first Bulldogs in action as the host Boston Latin School on Monday afternoon at CHS at 3:30.

The Girls Tennis team will be back in action on Tuesday as they host North Attleboro while the Boys Tennis team travels to face NA. Also in action Tuesday is the Softball team who will host NA at CHS's Walsh Field.  

The Track teams will travel to Foxboro to face the Warriors in the first track meet of the season.


Both the Boys and Girls Lacrosse teams will start their 2014 campaigns on Wednesday against Mansfield- Boys at home at 4:15 and Girls on the road at 3:30.


The final team to see official action will be the Baseball squad who will host Attleboro on Thursday at 3:30.
Good luck to all teams this week!

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STEAM EXPO -- MAY 19, 4-8 P.M.

Canton High School March Lunch Menu

March Gluten-Free Menu

Canton High School March Breakfast Menu

We are pleased once again to offer a terrific breakfast to our students for only $1.50. A great breakfast is a good way to start the day. Give it a try...The options are outstanding! Available in the cafeteria from 6:45-7:10 a.m.

**NEW: "Grab and Go" in the main hallway -- yogurt parfait or smoothie, muffin and milk

MONDAY, MARCH 31

• Day 2
• Link Leader applications to the main office
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m.   

TUESDAY, April 1

• Day 3
• Link Leader applications to the main office
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m. 

WEDNESDAY, April 2

• Day 4
• Link Leader applications to the main office
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m. 

THURSDAY, April 3 

• Day 5
• Link Leader applications to the main office
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m.

• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m. 
• School Committee Meeting, 7 p.m.

FRIDAY, April 4

• Deadline for Link Leader Applications

• Last Day of Term 3
• Day 6
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m

SAVE THE DATE

• April 7 -- Term 4 begins
• Apri 7 & 8 -- PARCC pilot tests for Grade 11
• April 9 & 10 -- PARCC pilot tests for Grade 9
• April 9 -- Scholarship Applications Due
• April 10 -- CPACSS workshop
• April 11 -- Junior Prom at Lakeview Pavilion
• April 18 -- Good Friday, No school
• May 19 -- STEAM Expo
• May 29 -- Senior Prom at Granite Links
• June 6 -- Graduation

Canton High School Art Show at Patriot Place

What are you doing this weekend? If you have a moment, check out the wonderful artwork by Canton High School students on display at the Artists' Studio Gallery at Patriot Place in Foxboro. The times are listed below, and the Gallery is located next to Dunkin Donuts and across from Bar Louie. On Sunday, there will be a reception to celebrate the work of the students and the teaching of the staff. 

STEAM Logo contest

THIS WEEK AT CHS (MARCH 24-28)

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Parent meeting for London/Paris trip

There will be a parent informational meeting on Tuesday, March 25 at 6:30 pm in the CHS library regarding the trip to London and Paris for eligible juniors and seniors scheduled for the 2015 April vacation. Please contact Katherine Swanson, K-12 Wellness Coordinator at swansonk@cantonma.org for more information.

MCAS: ELA complete, Math and Science up next

Kudos to Canton High School's sophomores for their superb effort on last week's English Language Arts (ELA) MCAS exam. The exam consisted of a long composition and three sessions of reading and writing that spanned three days.

If engagement, thinking and attention to detail are true indicators, our sophomores will once again shine on this state-wide exam.

(If your son or daughter needs to make-up an MCAS session, he or she will do so on Monday, March 24 or Wednesday, March 26)

So what's next?

Math MCAS -- Grade 10
Grade 10 students will take the Mathematics MCAS exam on Tuesday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 14.

Biology MCAS -- Grade 9
Grade 9 students will take the Biology MCAS exam on Monday, June 2 and Tuesday, June 3.

Course selection begins on Wed, March 26

For students in Grades 9, 10, and 11...
Course selection for the 2014-15 school year will be conducted on Wednesday, March 26. Throughout the day, students will meet with their teachers during class to select courses for next year.   As noted on the selection sheets, students will recommend courses and levels and initial the sheet.

Students will then take the sheet home on March 26 to review with their parents, make final "informed decisions" about next year's courses and levels and have their parents sign the sheet.
Please weigh heavily the teacher recommendation. On Thursday, March 27, students will complete their sheet with their "drop period" and turn in the sheet to the teacher.

Parents will receive a verification sheet in April.

Very important: Students MUST bring signed course selection sheets back to school on Thursday, March 27.

For students in Grade 8...
Current 8th graders will conduct a similar process on Monday, March 24 and Tuesday, March 25. CHS Guidance Director Dan Rubin and the Galvin Middle School staff will oversee this process.

Here is a link to the CHS Program of Studies:

2014-15 CHS Program of Studies

CPACSS Workshop -- Federation for Children with Special Needs: Explaining the IEP process

Wednesday, March 26, 7-9 p.m. in the CHS Distance Learning Lab

Good Luck to the CHS Cheerleaders at Nationals!

From the Canton High School Athletic blog:
Congratulations go out to the CHS Winter Cheer team who will be heading to Orlando, Florida on Friday, March 28 to compete in the US Spirit National Championships. This marks the first time this century that the Bulldogs have performed well enough to earn an invitation to this elite competition.

The team qualified as a result of an exceptional routine at the State Competition that earned the Bulldogs a 3rd place finish.

The team has had an amazing year, earning Sectional Championships in both the fall and winter seasons. BulldogNation is very proud!

Chestnut Hills Studio photo

Finish Strong -- Term 3 ends April 4

Two weeks remain in Term 3. I encourage ALL students to make a strong academic push in ALL of their classes. We want all of our students to achieve excellence and it takes a ton of time, effort and a true commitment to learning. Strive to improve and excel over these next two weeks.

Finish strong.

If you are struggling or you want to bump that grade from a "B" to an "A".

1. Are you fully engaged in your classes?

2. Are you completing ALL your assignments to the best of your ability?

3. Have you completed all of your make-up work?

4. Are you working as hard as you can?

5. Are you seeing your teaching for extra-help and support?

6. Are you utilizing the Afterschool Academic Support Center in the Library?

Parents -- Need a resource to support your son or daughter.? Check out Khan Academy for high-quality online videos to support hundreds of skills in various discipline areas. Canton High School has no affiliation with Khan Academy, but it has emerged as a highly respected website in the education world. 

Khan Academy

 Class of 2014  - Scholarship List

Scholarship Applications Due: Wednesday, April 9

TO THE MEMBERS OF THE CLASS OF 2014

The scholarship list is a compilation of the organizations, businesses, and individuals offering awards and scholarships to the members of the Class of 2014.  All scholarship committees and the Canton Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, religion, national origin, color or disability in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

A brief summary and description of each offering is provided for your information and review.  Students are urged to apply for any and all scholarships that he or she feels qualified to receive.   Each student is responsible for attaching a copy of their transcript to every application and any recommendation letters that are requested.   

**Students should return all applications to the CHS Guidance Office.

**Please attach a transcript to each application**

Click here for the Scholarship List!

Canton High School March Lunch Menu

March Gluten-Free Menu

Canton High School March Breakfast Menu

We are pleased once again to offer a terrific breakfast to our students for only $1.50. A great breakfast is a good way to start the day. Give it a try...The options are outstanding! Available in the cafeteria from 6:45-7:10 a.m.

**NEW: "Grab and Go" in the main hallway -- yogurt parfait or smoothie, muffin and milk

MONDAY, MARCH 24

• Day 4
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Junior Prom tickets are on sale during all lunches
• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m.   

TUESDAY, MARCH 25

• Day 5
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Junior Prom tickets are on sale during all lunches
• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m. 
• Parent Meeting for London/Paris trip, 6:30 p.m. in the CHS Library
• CHS Spring Concert, 7 p.m. in the CHS Auditorium

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26

• Day 6
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Junior Prom tickets are on sale during all lunches
• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m. 
• CPACSS Workshop -- Federation for Children with Special Needs: Explaining the IEP process 7-9 p.m. in the DLL.

THURSDAY, MARCH 27 

• Day 7
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Senior Assembly, 9:15 a.m.
• Junior Prom tickets are on sale during all lunches

• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m. 

FRIDAY, MARCH 28

• Day 1
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m
• Junior Prom Tickets are on sale during all lunches
• CHS Cheerleaders head to Nationals in Orlando, Florida

SAVE THE DATE

• March 31 -- Monthly Parent Meeting, 6 p.m.
• April 3 -- School Committee Meeting, 7 p.m.
• April 4 -- End of Term 3 marking period
• April 9 -- Scholarship Applications Due
• April 11 -- Junior Prom at Lakeview Pavilion

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THIS WEEK AT CHS (MARCH 17-21)

Grade 10 MCAS exams begin this week

Canton High School sophomores are ready to excel on this year's MCAS English Language Arts exam this week. Building on a terrific foundation from the past, and after rigorous preparation this year, our Grade 10 students are prepared to demonstrate their reading and writing skills at a high level. CHS annually performs well on the MCAS ELA exam and I'm expecting even better results this year.

Knowing that our sophomores need rest and time to focus on the MCAS exams, sophomores will have no tests or homework during the MCAS exam period. An important note: Once the students start the exam, Grade 10 dismissals are not allowed. Students must work on the exam continuously and complete the exam on the day it was started.

Monday, March 17           MCAS assembly
Tuesday, March 18           Composition
Wednesday, March 19      Session 1 and 2 (Reading and      
                                            Literary Analysis)
Friday, March 21              Session 3 (Reading and 
                                            Literary Analysis)

Attendance each day is very important.

As always, the Canton High School staff and administration offer these reminders for success:

• Work hard and do the best you can on the exam
• Enter the exam rested and knowing that you are prepared
• Eat a good breakfast on the day of the exams (Remember, CHS serves breakfast everyday for $1.50)
• Work diligently and at a pace that works for you. You have unlimited time until the end of the school day to complete the exam. No need to rush.
• Strive to achieve advanced or proficient on the exam. Push yourself to exceed expectations. 
• Demonstrate strong writing on the composition and on every open response. The writing portions make all the difference.
• Read the passages actively and use good strategies to determine the answer. ALWAYS look back in the text to find the answer or at least clues for the answer.
• Know your literary terms and elements
• On the day of the Composition, you should have a book or two in mind that you can apply to the prompt.
• Strive for greatness on the Open Responses. Make your claims (answers) and provide great support/evidence for your answers.
• Know that you have the support of the entire Canton Community.
• Embrace the opportunity to be great!

MCAS EXAM Schedule for Grade 10

All sophomores and any juniors who have never taken any MCAS tests will take the English Language Arts (ELA ) portion of the Grade 10 MCAS on March 18, 19, and 21. 

Tuesday (ELA Composition) and Wednesday (ELA Session 1&2) exams will take place from 8:16 to 11:25 a.m. in designated rooms. If students need extra time, they have until the end of the school day to complete the exam.

On Thursday (ELA Session 3), the MCAS exam will begin at 8:16 and will run until 10:04. Again, students who need extra time will have until the end of the school day to complete the exam.

Students will be notified of the MCAS testing schedule and of their room assignments in advance of testing. They will be attending an MCAS assembly on Monday, March 17. More information will be forthcoming about MCAS, and we are extremely confident that our students are prepared to excel on this exam.

Canton High School March Lunch Menu

March Gluten-Free Menu

Canton High School March Breakfast Menu

We are pleased once again to offer a terrific breakfast to our students for only $1.50. A great breakfast is a good way to start the day. Give it a try...The options are outstanding! Available in the cafeteria from 6:45-7:10 a.m.

**NEW: "Grab and Go" in the main hallway -- yogurt parfait or smoothie, muffin and milk

MONDAY, MARCH 17

• Day 6
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• MCAS Assembly, 10:15 a.m.
• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m.   

TUESDAY, MARCH 18

• Day 7
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m
• MCAS ELA Composition, 8:16 a.m.
• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m. 
• Parent Meeting for parents of students attending the German Exchange, 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19

• Day 1
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• MCAS ELA Exam Session 1 & 2, 8:16 p.m. in designated rooms
• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m. 
• Course Selection Meeting: Parents of current 8th graders -- 6 p.m. in the CHS Auditorium
• Course Selection Meeting: Parents of current 9th, 10th and 11th graders -- 7:30 p.m. in the CHS Auditorium

THURSDAY, MARCH 20

• Day 2
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m.

• Nation Honor Society Induction rehearsal, 7:30 a.m.
• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m. 
• National Honor Society Induction, 6 p.m.

FRIDAY, MARCH 21

• Day 3
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m
• MCAS Exam, Session 3, 8:16 a.m. in designated rooms

SAVE THE DATE

• March 25 -- CHS Spring Concert
• March 26 -- Course Selection Day
• March 27 -- Course Selection Day (for drop period)
• March 27 -- School Committee

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The Canton STEAM Expo set for Monday, May 19

Last year, over 1,000 students and parents attended the inaugural Canton Public School STEAM Expo. It was an incredible display of community and staff collaboration, interactive learning experiences and student work. This year's STEAM Expo will be even better!

Save the Date: Monday, May 19, 4-8 p.m., Canton High School

THIS WEEK AT CHS (MARCH 10-14)

Term 3 Progress Reports

Term 3 Progress Reports will be emailed home on Monday, March 10 at 2 p.m. Term 3 ends on Friday, April 4.

MCAS EXAM Schedule for Grade 10

All sophomores and any juniors who have never taken any MCAS tests will take the English Language Arts (ELA ) portion of the Grade 10 MCAS on March 18, 19, and 21. 

Tuesday (ELA Composition) and Wednesday (ELA Session 1&2) exams will take place from 8:16 to 11:25 a.m. in designated rooms. If students need extra time, they have until the end of the school day to complete the exam.

On Thursday (ELA Session 3), the MCAS exam will begin at 8:16 and will run until 10:04. Again, students who need extra time will have until the end of the school day to complete the exam.

Students will be notified of the MCAS testing schedule and of their room assignments in advance of testing. They will be attending an MCAS assembly on Monday, March 17. More information will be forthcoming about MCAS, and we are extremely confident that our students are prepared to excel on this exam.

Canton High School March Lunch Menu

March Gluten-Free Menu

Canton High School March Breakfast Menu

We are pleased once again to offer a terrific breakfast to our students for only $1.50. A great breakfast is a good way to start the day. Give it a try...The options are outstanding! Available in the cafeteria from 6:45-7:10 a.m.

**NEW: "Grab and Go" in the main hallway -- yogurt parfait or smoothie, muffin and milk

MONDAY, MARCH 10

• Day 1
• ELA MCAS Retests
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m.   
• Term 3 Progress Reports emailed home

TUESDAY, MARCH 11

• Day 2
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m
• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m. 

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12

• Day 3
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m. 

THURSDAY, MARCH 13

• Day 4
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m.

• Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m. 
• School Committee, 7 p.m. in the DLL

FRIDAY, MARCH 14

• Day 5
• Grade 10 Scheduling Assembly
• CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m

• CHS Drama Presents Our Town, 7 p.m. in the CHS Auditorium

SATURDAY, MARCH 15

• CHS Drama Presents Our Town, 7 p.m. in the CHS Auditorium

SAVE THE DATE

March 19 -- Parent Meeting to review scheduling and the Program of Studies
March 18, 19, 21 -- ELA MCAS exams for 10th graders

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Future Problem Solvers advance to State Bowl

Congratulations to the following Canton High School Future Problem Solving teams that have advanced to the State Bowl which will be held at Babson College on Saturday, April 5.

Senior Division Team

 12th Grade - CHS

 Coach: Susan Crespi

 Lizzie Crespi

 Pranathi Ganni

 Alicia Healey

 Katie Thomas

Middle Division Team

 9th Grade - CHS

 Coach: Jen Prendergast

 Christine Lee

 Meryl Prendergast 

The following team has also advanced to State Bowl and is coached by three Canton High School seniors: 

     
5th Grade - JFK

 Coaches: Lizzie Crespi, Pranathi Ganni, and Sage Lee

 Valerie Casimir

 Olivia Chinsen

 Jackie Morrissey

 Beth Truong