Boston Strong T-Shirts

Students and staff will be taking orders for T-shirts this week to support The ONE Fund. 

On May 23, Canton Public Schools will wear these T-Shirts as a show of unity and support for the victims of the Marathon bombings.

A Message from Superintendent Jeff Granatino:

I wanted to make you aware of a tremendous project that Canton High School has undertaken in light of the events at the Boston Marathon.  As soon as students and staff returned from April vacation, they brainstormed  ideas to not only recognize and remember the victims of this senseless tragedy, but they also wanted to find a way in which they could help support those in need.

What has come from this collaboration is the creation of a “Boston Strong” t-shirt.  These shirts are now on sale for $15.  All proceeds will go to the One Fund Boston, which was created by Mayor Menino and Governor Patrick.  There is an order form and samples of the front and back of the shirt attached to this email.  If you are interested in purchasing a shirt, please submit the order form and check to the main office at your child’s school.  These order forms, with checks, should be submitted by May 6^th.

The CHS team is hoping to have a district-wide recognition of this effort on Thursday, May 23^rd, when everyone who has purchased this shirt will wear it that day.  If you would like a shirt, please remember to fill out the form and get it back to the main office at your child’s school. (At CHS, the forms and checks will be collected in lunch.) All checks should be made out to the Town of Canton.

I know there are countless members of the Canton school community impacted by these events and we appreciate any support you can give.  The Canton Public Schools stand together with those supporting the victims of the Boston Marathon and again, all proceeds from the sale of these shirts will go to the One Fund Boston.

Thank you,

Jeffrey W. Granatino

Go to the CHS Website for the Order Forms CHS website

Front of T-Shirt

Back of T-Shirt

This week (April 22-26)....

Welcome back, CHS.

Moment of Silence
On Monday morning, during first period, we will have a moment of silence to honor the victims and heroes involved in the horrific Marathon bombings and the subsequent investigation and capture. 

The tragic and emotional events made for a trying week -- we were all touched and deeply affected by this experience. But we can find solace in the great acts of heroism and kindness, and the unity and strength that emerged in Boston. 

And we are so relieved that the many members of our Canton School community involved in the Marathon (either as runners or spectators) returned home safely. Additionally, we are so thankful to all of the law enforcement officers and federal agents who demonstrated such courage and poise to ensure our safety.

Counselors will be available all day to meet with students and staff who need support through this difficult time.

CAPT parent meeting rescheduled to Monday, April 29
Due to a scheduling conflict, the parent meeting for those interested in starting a Canton High School CAPT has been rescheduled to Monday, April 29, at 7 p.m., in the CHS Library. The meeting was originally scheduled for April 22. 

Junior Prom Tickets
Tuesday, April 23 is the deadline for buying Junior Prom tickets.

Junior Prom paperwork

Term 3 Report Cards
Term 3 report cards were emailed home on Wednesday, April 17. If you did not receive your son or daughter's report card, please email Doreen Shea at shead@cantonma.org.

Monday, April 22

• Breakfast in CHS cafeteria, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Junior Prom Tickets on sale during lunch
• Afterschool Academic Support Center, 2-3:30 p.m., in CHS Library

Tuesday, April 23

• Breakfast in CHS cafeteria, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Junior Prom Tickets on sale during lunch -- Deadline
• Afterschool Academic Support Center, 2-3:30 p.m., in CHS Library
• Mandatory Meeting for parents of students who will be attending the junior or senior proms. SADD Presentation: Social Host and Underage Drinking Liability, 7-8 p.m. in the CHS Auditorium

Wednesday, April 24

• Breakfast in CHS cafeteria, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Afterschool Academic Support Center, 2-3:30 p.m. in CHS Library

Thursday, April 25

• Breakfast in CHS cafeteria, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Afterschool Academic Support Center, 2-3:30 p.m., in CHS Library
• CHS Jazz Night, GMS cafe, 7-9 p.m.
• School Committee, 7 p.m., Distance Learning Lab

Friday, April 26

• Breakfast in CHS cafeteria, 6:45-7:10 a.m.

Saturday, April 27

• National College Fair, Rhode Island Convention Center, 12-3 p.m.
• National College Fair -- Rhode Island Convention Center

CityLab offers great scientific experience

Sponsored by Boston University School of Medicine

Rachel Gray photo

What is that bus? What is CityLab?

These were legitimate questions considering CityLab's large white bus was parked in front of Canton High School for an entire week. Sponsored by the Boston University School of Medicine, CityLab is a mobile, state-of-the-art science laboratory that allows high school students to engage in experiments, problem-solving and critical thinking on their own campus.

Ultimately, the goal of CityLab is to promote the sciences and instill a passion for learning through inquiry.

Several CHS science classes took the "mini field trip" and embraced the opportunity to conduct experiments. Thank you to the organizers and sponsors of CityLab, and kudos to Department Head Erica Fitzgerald and the CHS science department for bringing CityLab to Canton.

Photos by Rachel Gray

CHS participates at Hockomock Senate

"It was great to see everyone develop a bill and then debate it in front of the Senate. All of the schools get into it -- it makes you think."

This is one student's reaction to the recent Hockomock Senate, held at Mansfield High School.  Canton High School political science students and teacher David Hiltz joined other Hockomock League students for this two-day event, which challenged students to engage in the political process.

Teams brainstormed and developed bills, and then presented them to the Senate for consideration. The Senate then debated the bills and voted on them.

It was a fantastic learning experience for all involved.

A Phenomenal Portfolio Showcase!

CHS artwork shines at Patriot Place

Congratulations to the CHS art students and the Canton Visual Arts Department for an incredible Portfolio Showcase at Patriot Place last weekend.

The art work was so impressive. 

Patriot Place reserves a gallery for local and school art work, and the organizers feature a local high school per week. Canton High School had the honor last weekend. 

The three-day event was very well attended by the Canton community, CHS staff and the general public. 

Well done!

The following is a note of thanks from the CHS Visual Arts Department.

A special THANK YOU to the faculty, staff, administration and families of our student artists that attended our Portfolio Showcase gallery opening Friday evening and throughout the weekend at Patriot Place. 

We appreciate your continued support and hope you enjoyed the event

Sincerely,

Joyci, Kirk, Michelle, Ed, Patricia and of course our students !

The Canton High School April Lunch Menu

This Week (April 8 - 12)...

Have Breakfast at CHS... CHS Breakfast Program

"It's Fantastic!"

CHS April Lunch Menu

Junior Prom Packet

Monday, April 8

• Breakfast in CHS cafeteria, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Junior Prom Tickets on sale during lunch
• Afterschool Academic Support Center, 2-3:30 p.m., in CHS Library

Tuesday, April 9

• Term 3 Ends
• Breakfast in CHS cafeteria, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Junior Prom Tickets on sale during lunch
• Afterschool Academic Support Center, 2-3:30 p.m., in CHS Library

• 2013 Senior Scholarship Applications Due

Wednesday, April 10

• Term 4 Begins
• Breakfast in CHS cafeteria, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Junior Prom Tickets on sale during lunch
• Afterschool Academic Support Center, 2-3:30 p.m. in CHS Library

Thursday, April 11

• Breakfast in CHS cafeteria, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Junior Prom tickets on sale during lunch
• Afterschool Academic Support Center, 2-3:30 p.m., in CHS Library
• School Committee, 7 p.m., Distance Learning Lab

Friday, April 12

• Breakfast in CHS cafeteria, 6:45-7:10 a.m.
• Junior Prom Tickets on sale during lunch

Upcoming Events....

Monday, April 15 - 19 -- April vacation -- No School

Wednesday, April 17 -- Term 3 report cards will be emailed home

Monday, April 22 -- 7 p.m. in the CHS Library -- Informational Parent Meeting for those are interested in starting CAPT for Canton High School.

Tuesday, April 23 -- Last day to purchase Junior Prom tickets

Tuesday, April 23 -- 7 p.m. in CHS Auditorium -- Mandatory meeting for parents/guardians of students who are attending the CHS junior and/or senior proms. 

CHS Student Art Work on Display

at Patriot Place in Foxboro 

Come see the Portfolio Showcase, April 5-7!

Canton High School and the CHS Visual Arts Department is very pleased to be this week's featured school at the Studio and Gallery Portfolio Showcase at Patriot Place in Foxboro. The Gallery is located across from GameStop and next to Dunkin' Donuts.

Exemplary art work by CHS students will be on display, including many of the award winners from the Boston Scholastic Art Awards. Stop by to support our students and the arts. Hours are listed below.

Congratulations to all. What an honor!

Spring Music Concert

Bravo to all of the amazing performances at the March 26 Spring Concert. Kudos to K-12 Performing Arts Director Sarah Collmer, Band Director Brian Thomas, and MusicCounts!

Up next...The CHS Jazz Band will perform on Thursday, April 25, from 7-9 p.m., at the Galvin Middle School.


Special thanks to CHS Dan Guan for the following photos.

Dan Guan photo

Junior Prom Tickets on Sale!

May 10, 2013 at Lakeview Pavilion, 7-11 p.m.

Click on the link below for all the paperwork

Lakeview Pavilion in Foxboro

Junior Prom Packet

Mandatory Meeting for parents of students attending the junior and/or senior proms

SAVE the DATE: April 23, from 7-8 p.m. in the CHS Auditorium

Tuesday, April 9 Deadline for
2013 Scholarship Applications

2013 Scholarship Packet

Attention Seniors: Just a reminder to review the 2013 Scholarship Packet for terrific and meaningful scholarship opportunities. All applications are due Tuesday, April 9. Be sure to attach the necessary transcripts and recommendations.

CHS students visit Curry College

to learn about nursing 

Last Tuesday, Curry College hosted several CHS students for a career day in nursing.  

The CHS students were able to tour the cutting-edge nursing facilities on the campus, talk with current students and faculty from the program and get a real-life sense of the expectations of the nursing field in the 21st century.  Curry College then provided the students with lunch, where they were able to ask questions of the students and faculty.  We would like to thank Curry College for its support of CHS.

Special thanks to CHS staff member and Career Center Coordinator Ed Amico and Professor Pinchera of Curry College for organizing the trip. 

CHS students visited nursing program at Curry College.

Chris Herren delivers a powerful message 

to CHS students and Canton community

Former NBA player and Fall River native tells his story

about substance abuse, addiction, recovery and redemption

The CHS Gymnasium was silent.

The gym was filled with nearly 1,000 people. But it was silent.

Dan Guan photo

Chris Herren

CHS staff and students hung on every word from Chris Herren, the former Boston Celtic and Durfee basketball standout, who spoke to the student body on Wednesday, March 27. In vivid detail, Herren chronicled his moving and powerful story of his ever-escalating drug addiction, the loss of his hoop dreams and his road to recovery.

Herren has been sober and substance-free since Aug. 1, 2008. As documented in ESPN's 30-for-30 Unguarded, Herren has since visited hundreds of schools and colleges, military bases, correction facilities, and professional and collegiate sports teams to deliver his message.

The story is always the same. Marijuana and alcohol in high school. Experimentation with cocaine at Boston College. More cocaine. More drugs. Trying the little "yellow pill". The Oxycontin addiction. Heroin. The rise and fall of an basketball career. The heartache of a family. The loyalty of a family. The near-death experiences. The recovery. The relapse. The recovery. Sobriety.

                                    Dan Guan photo

And now, the mission is to improve the lives of others, as he continues to rebuild his life. The story is astonishing. Which is why the gym was silent.

In a subtle way, Herren challenges his listeners to evaluate their own lives, especially in the areas drugs, alcohol and self-harm. Students leave thinking about the power and impact of their decisions -- big and small.

He hopes to inspire and support at least "one student" who is struggling with addiction and substance abuse -- either personally or within circles of family and friends. The challenge is to take his life lessons and use them to make a powerful impact on another life.

Fight the addiction. Support others. Get help. Find hope.

Herren modeled this message by staying after for 30 minutes and talking to many students individually.

Additionally, over 400 Canton and area community members attended the evening session in the auditorium, hearing the same story in silence. Many parents attended and he had a strong message: substance abuse is in every community and in your lives. Talk to your children about these issues. Love them and support them. Help others who are fighting addiction.

Canton High School would like to thank Chris Herren for having a profound impact on our students, school and our community.

Special thanks to Canton Public Schools, the CHS Athletic Booster Club and CABI for sponsoring this event. Special thanks to the Canton Police Department for helping with the community event.

To learn more about Chris Herren and his Foundation, click on the following links.
The Herren Project / Project Purple

Basketball Junkie, Fall River Dreams, Unguarded
Canton Citizen article on Chris Herren

Dan Guan photos