Saturday was an incredible day of Trojan Athletics!
At the Cross Country Regional Meet, our girls' team placed 2nd and advanced to Sectionals. The team was led by Megan Garrett with a 4th place overall finish and Grace Spoonhour with a 11th place finish! On the boys' side, Luca Carcasi qualified for sectionals as well, with an 18th place finish.
At the Girls' Swim Sectional, Charleston placed 3rd overall as a team! Angie Coe won all four of her events, and set pool records in each of them! Ava Zheng, Molly Weber, and Delaney Goddard also scored in events contributing to the team success. We had personal best times in 9 of 15 swims and season best swims in 14 of 15 swims.
Great job everyone!
It's a great week in Trojan Athletics!
On Tuesday, the Girls' Cross Country team placed 3rd in the Apollo Conference, led by a 4th place finish by Megan Garrett and 9th place finish by Grace Spoonhour!
Yesterday, our Girls' Golf team placed 2nd at the Rochester Sectional at the Rail! Congratulations!!
Over the next couple weeks Charleston High School will be posting videos going over the specifics of the CHS reopening plan for students returning to in-person instruction and students remaining in remote learning. The plan can be found in its entirety on our website.
Transportation: Students and their families are encouraged to provide their own transportation if possible. Students who ride the bus will report to door #5 for their health screening. Students that are driving themselves to school will also utilize door #23. (Door #23 is located on the north side of the building between the cafeteria and the media center.) Students that are being dropped off will report to door #5 for their health screening. (Door #5 is located at the Baker gym entrance on the south side of the building.)
Arrival:
Doors will not open until 7:50.
Tutorial begins at 8:20
Class begins at 8:40
As students line up for health screening social distancing guidelines should be maintained. After a student’s health screening has been completed, a student will report directly to their tutorial class (even if it is before 8:20) unless they are eating breakfast then they will report directly to the cafeteria. Students that are eating breakfast will report directly to their tutorial period after they have finished breakfast.
Tutorial class is determined by a student’s first class of the day. For example
Scarlet Day=1st-period teacher
Gold Day= 2nd-period teacher
Our video can be found on our district Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=374259077090049
Today is day number two of SAT testing here at CHS. Students that are not testing should utilize today to connect with teachers and work to complete any missing assignments. Students are encouraged to reach out to their teachers with any questions. As a reminder CHS does not schedule parent-teacher conferences specifically on October 15th and 16th, but rather throughout the year on an as needed basis.
Just a reminder all seniors need to report to CHS tomorrow morning, Wednesday, October 14 at 8:25 for SAT testing. Please contact Beth Nelson or Allison Meeker with any questions at 217-639-5020.
This week the CHS Media Center will only be open on Mon 10/12 and Tues 10/13 because of testing later this week and no classes on Friday. Any student who needs a textbook or who wants to check out any books needs to do so by Tuesday afternoon.
From CHS Guidance Department: Reminder- All seniors should report to CHS on Wednesday, October 14 at 8:25 a.m. for SAT testing. This is a graduation requirement per the state of Illinois.
Congratulations to our Girls' Golf Team for placing first in the regional today! Hannah Harpster and Madeline Sanders received 3rd and 5th place medals, respectively. Congratulations Girls!
Congratulations to the new members of
Charleston High School’s chapter of National Honor Society:
Patience Beever Alex Pearson
Sydney Bennett Lahiru Periyannan
Sam Bickford Brayden Rennels
Hannah Buescher Sam Schuette
Kevin Caltry Grace Spoonhour
Ty Coartney Cory Spour
Megan Garrett Jasmine Stacy
Mallie Hanner Ava Stephens
Hannah Harpster Lexie Stewart
Dane Herrington Soren Stowell
Katherine Holly Josh Tresslar
Kody Kemper Jessi Vanatta
Shae Littleford Maia Voegel
Drew Matheny Savannah Warner
Eugene Ohba
Charleston High School is proud of the above students and the work they have done to become strong students and well-rounded individuals. They have proven themselves, both in the school and in the community, to be excellent examples of character, leadership, service, and scholarship. There will be a formal induction in the spring. Once again, congratulations.
The CHS Media is now open on Tuesdays and Thursday from 2pm until 3pm for checkouts! Students need to enter at the main office for a wellness screening before coming down to the library. Look through the photos at a few of the new books. Mrs. Runyon hopes to see you soon.
Congratulations to the High School Girls' and Boys' Golf Teams on their performances at the Apollo Conference meets yesterday!
The boys placed 3rd yesterday at Lincoln!
The girls returned from Mahomet as your 2020 Apollo Conference Girls' Golf Champions! Congratulations!
If you are experiencing internet connection issues, try disabling global protect. Directions here: https://5il.co/l6pm.
Mrs. Neal’s Advanced Foods Class will start cooking remotely this week! Students will create a Flipgrid video of themselves practicing proper food safety and sanitation while preparing their Apple Cider Doughnut holes. Check out Mrs. Neal’s quick how to video of the recipe here.
https://youtu.be/Wq0VEb3fc4U
Students,
Did you know many of you are able to be an election judge? Now that Election Day is a holiday, you will not have to miss school to do so. If you have any questions about how to do this, Contact the County Clerk’s Office by phone: Coles County Clerk Election Division at 348-0523 or email elections@co.coles.il.us and express your interest in serving as a Judge of Election.
More information and requirements are available at the link below!
https://www.co.coles.il.us/CoClerk/elections/ElectionJudge.pdf
Tonight's tennis match at home vs Robinson has been cancelled. We will try to schedule a make up date soon.
CHS Students and Families,
We were made aware on Friday that there were negative things being said about CHS students on a social media platform. We quickly began working on this issue when notified. We have reported the account/posts to the platform. We have shared the information with the Charleston Police Department. We are continually working on this matter. We have higher expectations for our students than what was demonstrated here. We expect our students to conduct themselves appropriately at all times both in-person and online. The type of behavior exhibited through these recent posts is completely unacceptable. We expect more from our students.
CHS Administration
Tonight's Girls Golf Match vs St. Thomas More at the Charleston Country Club has been cancelled.
“Charleston schools readying for remote learning” from the JG-TC https://jg-tc.com/news/local/education/charleston-schools-readying-for-remote-learning/article_0210fcef-ccd4-5033-a39e-e35aa225a82a.html#tracking-source=home-top-story
Students who still need to pick up computers and textbooks may do so tomorrow (Friday August 27, 2020) between 1:00-3:00. Students will enter the building through the doors located outside of the CHS cafeteria. Those doors are located on the north side of the building.
Please remember classes begin on Monday morning. It is important that you pick up your materials if you have not done so yet.
If you have already picked up your materials please disregard this message.
From CHS Cross Country Coach Rogers, guidelines for spectators at Thursday’s (8/27) meet at EIU:
Families,
Please see the attached document for specifics regarding device and textbook distribution. https://5il.co/jvm0.
Sophomore distribution is set for Monday, August 24th
Freshmen distribution is set for Tuesday, August 25th
As a reminder Junior distribution is tomorrow, August 21st.
Families,
Please see the attached document for specifics for device and textbook distribution. https://5il.co/jvm0.
Sophomore distribution is set for Monday, August 24th
Freshmen distribution is set for Tuesday, August 25th
As a reminder, Junior distribution is tomorrow August 21st
Remote learning and device training has begun at CHS
Families, The following link contains important information about computer and textbook distribution. https://5il.co/jor6
Here is the information about computer and textbook checkout for Charleston High School beginning this week. Dates are by grade level and times are by last name to ensure social distancing. Masks are required.
Families,
We are developing a schedule for device distribution, textbook pick-up, and remote orientation. We plan to release specific dates and times later this week. We will also be posting a remote learning orientation video later this month.
From CHS cross country coach Mr. Rogers: CHS boys and girls cross country teams will begin meeting for practice starting this week ( 8/10), Monday through Friday, at 7:30am. Meet on the front lawn in front of CHS. Bring a personal water bottle and mask for restroom purposes. Contact coach Rogers at rogersg@charleston.k12.il.us with any questions.
Help Wanted:
Charleston High School is seeking applicants for a 3rd shift custodial position. Interested applicants can apply using our applitrack system through this link found on the district website.
https://www.applitrack.com/charleston/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?category=Maintenance%2FCustodial
CHS Color Guard try-outs will be held on July 30th from 12-2 @Baker Gym. Practice sessions will be held on July 28th and 29th from 12-2 @Baker Gym. Face coverings must be worn and social distancing guidelines must be observed.
In-Person Graduation Ceremony for the CHS class of 2020 has unfortunately had to be cancelled.
Students that still have not returned their textbooks and library books can still turn them into the CHS office between 7am and 3pm during the week.
Thank you.
Please see the information regarding graduation and awards night.
Thanks,
Mr. Doughty
All students that have not returned textbooks should do so Tuesday - Thursday from 8-3.
Please come to the Cafeteria doors.
Thank you.
Put me in Coach! CHS Softball Seniors tribute to Coach Mayhall
https://youtu.be/5H_nlQEPGjE
SHOW YOUR SPIRIT FOR SENIORS FRIDAY MAY 15TH!
To celebrate the seniors' last day, Student Council is encouraging students to submit a picture wearing their best Trojan gear. You can send your pictures to Mia DiNaso and Katherine Holly on Instagram by Direct Message. We will post a picture of the winner on the Student Council and Grateful Red Instagram as well as the CHS website. Again, you can submit a picture to the following Student Council Executive members; Mia Di Naso and Katherine Holly through Instagram.
Congratulations Seniors!
Student Council & the Student Body
CHS Graduation information
From CHS Guidance Department:
If you would like your senior student recognized for any military signing, academic or athletic college scholarship(s) they have received via our school’s website and school’s social media page please have the following information emailed to Mrs. Meeker at meekera@charleston.k12.il.us by Monday, May 11, 2020.
Information needed:
Student’s name
College/University attending
Major
Name of Scholarship(s)
Military Branch
If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Meeker
Charleston High School and the Class of 2020 would like to give a huge THANK YOU! to CCAR Industries, our neighbor across the street, for making these signs to honor the seniors!
More seniors sharing their Class of 2020 yard signs!
Mr. Oakley delivering yard signs to some of his senior FFA members.
More pics of CHS faculty and seniors with their signs.
More photos of seniors with their yard signs!
What a wonderful day to surprise the Class of 2020 with yard signs! About 18 CHS faculty and staff drove to all corners of the district to let out seniors know how much we miss them! Please feel free to share a picture of your senior with their yard sign.
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen to work after high school, attend trade school, or join the military. (2/2)
Please see the information about student return of textbooks, library books, and laptops.
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen to work after high school, attend trade school, or join the military. (1/2)
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen to attend colleges and universities out of state. (1/2)
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen to attend colleges and universities out of state. (2/2)
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen Southern Illinois University at Carbondale.
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen other colleges and universities in Illinois.
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen the University of Illinois at Springfield and Illinois State University.
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen the University of Illinois.
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen Lake Land College. (4/4)
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen Lake Land College. (3/4)
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen Lake Land College. (2/4)
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen Lake Land College. (1/4)
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen EIU. (5/5)
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen EIU. (4/5)
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen EIU. (3/5)
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen EIU. (2/5)
It's National Decision Day for CHS Seniors! Here are some of our seniors who have chosen EIU. (1/5)
CHS students need to check their school email daily during remote learning.
CHS Seniors/Parents/Guardians
Please check your email. The senior pictures are included in an attachment. This is of high importance. Thank you.
We are sorry to announce that the Charleston High School Prom has been postponed until further notice. We hope at some point to have an activity for Junior/Senior students and their guests in place of a traditional Prom.
Please call (217) 639-5001 if you have any questions.
We are sorry to announce that the Charleston High School Awards night will be postponed until June 25th at 7:00 p.m. in the CHS Auditorium. However, students, family, and friends will be able to view a list of the award recipients on the CUSD1 website on Wednesday, May 13, 2020.
CHS students, parents/guardians, staff, and friends: There is an easier way to add pictures to be used in the yearbook. Go to www.yearbooksforever.com.Type in Charleston High School, Charleston, IL. Click on Community Upload. Type in the access code: trojans17. Thank you!
If you want your name stamped on your yearbook, please place your order by April 30. Yearbooks can be ordered after that date but your name and icons cannot be added. Thank you. The site to order: www.yearbooksforever.com.
CHS students, please check you school email each day for important announcements.
Thank you and take care.
Mr. Doughty
CHS students, faculty, and parents - feel free to share pictures for the yearbook. Please identify people in the picture and state what is happening. The staff appreciates your participation during remote learning. Send your pictures to Mrs. Barger - bargerj@charleston.k12.il.us
Students,
Please check your school email daily.
Thank you,
Mr. Doughty
The CHS Office will be closed for educational pickups on a Friday April 10 and Monday April 13.
It will reopen on Wednesday April 15.
The CHS Office will be open from 11:30 to 2:00 on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for students to pick up educational materials.
The CHS Office will be open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for students to pick up educational materials.
From CHS Softball: https://youtu.be/yUDTKcn86Bc
The yearbook staff is still working online during the Governor's Stay at Home Executive Order. The yearbook will include pictures of daily activities. Just think when you tell your grandkids about the pandemic someday - you can use the yearbook as proof. We hope to see you soon.
From Mrs. Sharp: Some members of the CHS Performing Arts Club Facebook page doing their best Mary Poppins pose.
From CHS art teacher Mrs. Siegel: Students in Drawing & Painting engaged in peer critiques of their apple practice paintings. They learned how to use oil paints following along w/a YouTube video tutorial after Mrs. Siegel taught them techniques using watercolor & acrylic paints. Students will now plan and complete 4 original paintings.
From CHS art teacher Mrs. Siegel: Photos of some students enrolled in 3D Art and Craft, creating sculptures using plaster gauze and papier mâché. Some students used pre-existing molds, and others opted to cast their own face or hand.
Due to public health concerns, both CHS indoor track meets at EIU that were scheduled for March 14th and March 21st have been cancelled.
From Ms. Hernandez: Twelve CHS students competed in the Environthon at Lake Land College today (March 12th). They placed 4th in Soils. Congratulations to the team!
Special schedule for March 12 and March 13 at CHS
Charleston Musical Booster Cheesecake Fundraiser and money are due Tuesday, March 10 to either Mrs. Sharp or Mr. Wengerski at CHS. Thank you.
SAT Preparation Schedules
CHS Press article: Mustache March donations are being accepted now. https://jg-tc.com/news/local/teachers-participate-in-mustache-march-to-raise-money-for-cancer/article_78a43c6e-e861-531f-a3fe-ddeb45d21bb5.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_Journal_Gazette/Times-Courier
CHS Press article about the Speech Team’s Group Interpretation https://jg-tc.com/news/local/speech-team-is-gearing-up-for-performance-of-the-ship/article_7b028bbc-08ab-5804-9588-1ff55d8fe929.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_Journal_Gazette/Times-Courier
Ms. Hernandez's Biology students were excited to discover their blood types today. Thanks to Community Blood Services.
Mrs. Neal’s Advanced Foods courses had some surprise judges for their Hamburger Throw Down Competition today. Students were given only 30 minutes to cook and assemble their culinary creations. They were judged on their Plating Abilities, Creativity, and Overall Flavor Profile. The winning burgers were a Spicy Pepperoni and Bacon burger from 2nd hour, and a Stuffed Bacon and Cheese burger from 3rd hour.
FFA strawberry crew.
Strawberries have arrived for CHS FFA!
15 CHS students were part of the 2020 Apollo Conference Honor Band tonight at Mt. Zion
There are new scholarships available!!!! Check them out on the webpage or stop by the guidance department for more information!
The CHS Interact Club is proud to welcome back Mustache March! Nine teachers are raising money for a local family battling cancer. Any teacher who raises over $500 will keep their mustache through April. Donations may be dropped off at the CHS main office; checks should be made out to CHS Interact Club, and you can vote for the teacher in the memo line. The teachers participating are (back row) Mr. Oakley, Mr. Pletsch, Mr. Thompson, Mr. Williams, (front row) Mr. Hinote, Mr. Hudson, Mr. Kanouse, Mr. Hanner, and (not pictured) Mr. Keating.
From CHS Habitat for Humanity sponsor Amy Jackson: Sophie Kattenbraker and Casey Fisher volunteering at the Restore on Saturday morning (February 29th).
JV Boys’ Basketball won their final game of the season at home against Mt Zion 75-56
CHS Senior Night for Basketball Season—senior band members
CHS Boys’ Basketball Senior Night photos of players, cheerleaders, and Trojets
Yearbooks are available to purchase for $60. They can be purchased online or at the high school. Order forms are available in the main office or from Mrs. Barger in Rm 310 or Rm 315.
The yearbook staff has had fun taking pictures of students in the snow. :)
A huge thanks to our FFA officers and sponsor, Mr. Oakley, for the staff lunch today. The teachers appreciate you!
The students at CHS had "snow" much fun!
Senior caps and gowns are in! Seniors can pick them up until 1pm in the cafeteria today (2/25). 76 days until graduation.
This Friday will be a 2 hour early dismissal for CHS.
SENIORS - JOSTENS DELIVERIES
Jostens will be here on Tuesday, February 25, from 8:00 until 1:00 in the CHS cafeteria to deliver graduation announcements, tankards and caps/gowns. All balances must be paid in order to pick up your purchases. The incorrect date was previous posted.
From CHS FFA: It’s National FFA Week! Here are the spirit days for Monday, Feb 24th-Friday, Feb 28th.
From Trojan Booster Club: Congratulations CHS Boys’ Swimming! Josh Ho qualified for state in the 100-free and broke school records in the 100- and 50-free. The relay team broke their own school records in both the 200-medley and 200-free.
The Sadie Hawkins dance at CHS is in full swing #sadiehawkins
From Student Council: tonight’s Sadie Hawkins Dance is from 7pm-10pm as stated on the tickets and the daily announcements. Tickets can be purchased tonight at the door. Hope to see everyone there!
Sadie Hawkins Dance this Saturday, Feb 22nd https://jg-tc.com/news/local/education/student-council-prepares-for-sadie-hawkins-dance/article_e1dbaa92-838a-575e-bede-fd859786f842.html#tracking-source=home-the-latest
CHS Academic Challenge Team earns 3rd place https://jg-tc.com/news/local/education/charleston-high-students-compete-in-eastern-illinois-university-academic-challenge/article_819941a4-b8fb-5bc2-aa3e-ca59bfce504c.html
Maximum Forte 1st place in quarterfinals & showcase on Feb 27th https://jg-tc.com/news/local/education/maximum-forte-earns-st-place-in-ichsa-midwest-quarterfinals/article_8abb1e4b-dad7-5a4b-81a2-2c77891d6c78.html
Boys’ JV Basketball defeats Mahomet-Seymour led by William Applegate’s 6 three-pointers and Caleb Oakley’s 3 three-pointers.
Sofia, a French I student, uses the class virtual reality goggles to explore the sights of Paris.
The kiosks have arrived at CHS.
Come out and support the basketball team this Saturday night. The Grateful Red theme is Jersey. Go Trojans!!
Congratulations to CHS’s Maximum Forte for placing first at the ICHSA Midwest Quarterfinals! Members also won best solo and best choreography. They will compete at semifinals in Centerville, Ohio on March 14th.
Charleston FFA members attending the 212 Conference in Decatur.
Feel free to share pictures. The staff welcomes your input. Please send your pictures to bargerj@charleston.k12.il.us. Thanks!
Enjoy a few pictures from the yearbook staff members.
Good luck to Maximum Forte as they head to St.Louis for ICHSA competition today!
Attention to all parents of current 8th grade students: Due to the school closing today, all guidance appointments with the high school counselors will also be cancelled for today. Please contact the middle school to reschedule those appointments. Also, if you haven’t already scheduled an appointment or turned in your child’s 9th grade registration form, please do so by Friday, February 7th. Thank you!
CHS Press: Congratulations to varsity and junior varsity scholastic bowl teams on their Apollo Conference titles! https://jg-tc.com/news/local/education/charleston-high-school-varsity-and-junior-varsity-scholastic-bowl-teams/article_c22eff91-8d5b-53ee-9724-5e33f90851e1.html
CHS Press: Spring musical is Mary Poppins. Cast has been selected and rehearsals have begun. https://jg-tc.com/news/local/education/charleston-high-school-production-of-mary-poppins-coming-to-the/article_9ec0e59e-d2a9-56d3-af46-693ce4e98bc5.html#tracking-source=home-the-latest
CHS Press article about new math teacher Brian Shamart https://jg-tc.com/news/local/education/new-math-teacher-brian-shamhart-brings-extensive-teaching-experience-first/article_4d32c5b0-8451-558b-bd94-65f72169273e.html#tracking-source=home-the-latest
Student Council will be hosting the Sadie Hawkins Dance at CHS Baker Gymnasium on Saturday, February 22nd from 7-10pm. Tickets will be on sale from Febrary 17th to the 21st for $5.00 each. Tickets will be $10.00 at the door.
Spirit Friday in the Media Center: Let's see how much you know about your teachers. During tutorial, take the teacher ID challenge for a chance to win tickets to the Moose-sponsored Dance featuring Janoma!!
Yearbook staff members submit five pictures each week - known as POTW. Enjoy a few!
Semester Exams are December 19-20, 2019.
