Derek Folan

Derek Folan, Principal foland@cantonma.org

Sunday, March 23, 2014

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. 



 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**

Canton High School March Lunch 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

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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Sunday, March 16, 2014

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








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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Tuesday, March 11, 2014

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


Sunday, March 9, 2014

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








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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Tuesday, March 4, 2014

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



CHS STUDENT artists honored with awards

Congratulations to the following Canton High School students who received individual Gold Key, Silver Key, and Honorable Mention Awards at the annual Boston Globe Scholastic Art Awards competition.

Golden Key art work will be displayed at Boston City Hall from March 7-March 28.

The Award winners will honored on Saturday, March 8 at Northeastern University's Blackman Auditorium. In addition, Gold and Silver Key recipients will move on to the national competition.

Kudos to the Visual Arts department staff for inspiring and empowering such wonderful artists at Canton High School

Gold Key Award -- Maddie Kaplan



Silver Key Award -- Shay Connolly


Silver Key Award -- Shay Connolly


Silver Key Award -- Maddie Kaplan


Silver Key Award -- Shannon Whalen


Silver Key Award -- Patricia Louidor

Honorable Mention -- Misha Belisle


Honorable Mention -- Steven Hellmuth



Honorable Mention -- Zoe Rosenberg


Honorable Mention -- Hayley Rosenblatt




Honorable Mention -- Scholastic Writing Award -- Felicia Lee

Sunday, March 2, 2014

THIS WEEK AT CHS (March 3-7)

Term 3 Progress Reports

Term 3 Progress Reports will be emailed home on Monday, March 10 at 2 p.m. Due to the number of snow days and early dismissals, CHS extended the halfway point of Term 3 to Tuesday, March 4.

As a result, the progress report distribution date was extended by two days. This move will allow the Term 3 Progress Reports to be more comprehensive and more reflective of a student's standing in a class.

However, please note that Term 3 has not been extended. Term 3 ends on Friday, April 4.

Canton Police Community Education Night


The Canton Police Department presents "Internet Safety for Parents" on Monday, March 3 @ 7pm in the Canton High School Library. 

Topics will include the risks involved with improper internet usage, current trends & prevention tips.   The presentation should last approximately 45 minutes and will be followed by a Q&A session.


This event is open to ALL parents in the community.  Children will NOT be allowed to attend.  If you plan to attend, please send a courtesy email to Sgt. Rae at crae@town.canton.ma.us.

Post-Secondary Planning Workshop

Wednesday, March 5 -- 6:30 pm in the CHS Auditorium

Attention parents of current CHS Grade 11 students: The Guidance Department is hosting a "Post-Secondary Planning Workshop" on Wednesday, March 5 at 6:30 pm. in the CHS Auditorium. It is a great opportunity for parents and students learn more about the college, military and vocational process. The workshop is approximately an hour.

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








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 3

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


  • Canton Police Department presents a "Internet Safety" for parents, 7 p.m. in CHS Library 


TUESDAY, March 4

  • Day 4
  • ELA MCAS retests
  • CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m
  • Afterschool Academic Center in the CHS Library, 2-3:30 p.m. 

WEDNESDAY, March 5

  • Day 5
  • ELA MCAS retests
  • CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
  • 1/2 Day Professional Development Day
  • Periods CEAG
  • Dismissal at 10:30 a.m.
  • Post-Secondary Planning Workshop, 6:30 p.m. in the CHS Auditorium (For parents of Grade 11 students)

THURSDAY, March 6

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

  • National Honor Society Induction Ceremony, 7 p.m. in the CHS Auditorium


    FRIDAY, March 7

    • Day 7
    • MCAS Math Retests
    • CHS breakfast, 6:45-7:10 a.m

    SAVE THE DATE

    March 13 -- School Committee in DLL, 7 p.m.
    March 14-15 -- CHS Drama presents Our Town
    March 19 -- Parent Meeting to review scheduling and the Program of Studies
    March 18, 19, 21 -- ELA MCAS exams for 10th graders

    CANTON HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS BLOG

    Check out the recent posts about the great accomplishments of our winter teams and student-athletes. Keep up-to-date with all of the winter sports happenings and results

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