CRHS Student & Family Update

Jared Sherman, Principal

Trey Mills, Assistant Principal

Brad Oberdorf, Dean of Students

Cia North, School Counselor (grades 10 and 12)

Office Phone: 410-479-3678

Jennifer Reed, School Counselor (grades 9 and 11)

Office Phone: 410-479-3678

Cindy Hoffman BSN, RN, School Nurse

Office Phone 410-479-3612

Emily Phillips, Attendance Administrative Assistant

attendance.crhs@ccpsstaff.org

410-479-3678

Stephanie Carmine, Enrollment/Guidance Administrative Assistant

410-479-3678

Wendy DuVall, Finance and Administration Administrative Assistant

410-479-3678

Email: sherman.jared@ccpsstaff.org
Website: https://www.colonelrichardsonhs.org/
Location: Colonel Richardson High School, 25320 Richardson Road, Federalsburg, MD 21632, USA
Phone: 410-479-3678
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColonelRichardsonHighSchool/
Twitter: @CRcolonels

Hello students and families,

As we progress through the first month of school, I just want to remind everyone of a few items. First off, vaping is a serious issue among our youth. We have caught students from all backgrounds using or in possession of vape pens (marijuana included). You can find some great resources on what to look for and how to address vaping with your student here. Secondly, we do not tolerate fighting in our school. Any fighting will result in a referral, a 5 day suspension, a 30 day activity ban and criminal charges. Additionally any referral may lead to a 30 day principal probation and no after school activities of any kind (athletics, clubs, dances, etc.). Lastly, if your student is driving to school, they need to have a parking permit and they need to arrive on time. Driving to school is a privilege that can be taken away.

I hope this doesn't paint a negative picture of what is happening at CRHS. The vast majority of our students do what they need to the vast majority of the time. We just want to ensure every student has a safe and successful time at CRHS.

Monday

• The class of 2027 is holding a homecoming planning meeting 2:45 to 3:30 in room 532
• Senior fundraising meeting 2:20pm in auditorium

Tuesday

• Boys Basketball interest meeting 2:15pm in the cafeteria
• Drama Club meeting from 3-4 in the auditorium.
  

Thursday

• Dungeons and Dragons club in Mrs. Fosters room 3:00- 4:00
• Open Gym at CRHS- Girls 6:00- 7:30, Boys 7:30- 9:00. CRHS students only

• Any parent or guardian who is interested in providing feedback to administration about CRHS is encouraged to email Mr. Sherman. This does not have to be a formal committee, but we do value your input.
• Make sure to update your Student Information Form on PowerSchool by September 30th. This will be an obligation list item.
• Homecoming tickets will be on sale starting Wednesday 9/27. The dance will be on 10/7 from 7:00- 10:00. Students must be in good standing and have not earned any referrals
• Parking permits are now being enforced. Students need to complete a parking permit application to drive to school. See Mr. Oberdorf with questions.

Good luck to all of our teams!!!!

Monday 9/25

• Boys Soccer vs. North Dorchester - JV 4:00 start, Varsity follows
• Volleyball vs. Mardela- JV 4:00 start, Varsity follows
• Golf @ Queenstown (1pm dismissal)

Tuesday 9/26

• Girls Soccer @ North Caroline (4pm dismissal)
• Volleyball vs. Queen Anne's- Freshmen 4:00 start, JV and Varsity follow)
• Golf @ Chester River (12:15pm dismissal)

Wednesday 9/27

• Boys Soccer @ St. Michaels- Varsity only (4pm departure)

Thursday 9/28

• Boys Soccer @ North Dorchester- JV only (2:15pm dismissal)
• Girls Soccer @ North Dorchester (2:15pm dismissal)
• Volleyball @ North Dorchester (2:15pm dismissal)
• Golf @ Hog Neck (1:45pm dismissal)

Friday 9/29

Saturday 9/30

• Football @ Lancaster (7am departure)

Athletic Schedules- https://colonel.digitalsports.com/

Monday 10/2- PJ Day

Tuesday- Tourist Day

Wednesday- Country vs. Country Club Day

Thursday- Throwback Day

Friday- School Color Day/ Football game

Saturday- Dance

Out of school guest forms will be available in the cafeteria during lunches, or in the main office. Student's PowerSchool updates must be completed online in order to purchase a ticket (see below). Class advisors are looking for help to build the floats for the parade. If interested, reach out to your student's advisor:

9th grade- Dan Newberry

10th grade- Tom or Christy Cheezum

11th grade- Mike Sousa or Danielle Dennis

12th grade- Jazmyn Delano or Christine Kinlock

To the parent(s) of:

Caroline County Public Schools is using online updating of student information for the upcoming school year. This process replaces the paper Student Information Update Form sent home at the beginning of each school year. You will use the PowerSchool Parent Portal to access the online Student Information Update Form. Please be sure to complete this form for each child you have enrolled in Caroline County Public Schools ASAP.

If your address has changed since last school year you will need to submit a new Proof of Residence for the new address. You are also required to submit a Proof of Residence if your student is entering the 6th or 9th grade. If you have not already submitted your Proof of Residency to the middle or high school your student will be attending for the 2023-2024 school year, you may do so with the Student Information Update Form. You may upload this document or if you are not able to upload, contact the school to provide them with this document. Your update is not complete until the new Proof of Residence has been received by the school.

Completion of this form is required for every student attending Caroline County Public Schools.

How do I get started?
Visit carolinecps.powerschool.com and log in to the PowerSchool Parent Portal. (You must log in via a browser, not the app) From the Parent Portal:

1. Select the student you wish to update along the top
2. Select the Student Information Update form Icon on the left side for 2023-2024. This form is available in English and Spanish.
3. Agree to the terms and conditions
4. Select Begin Forms

What if I don't have a Parent Portal account?

Contact your student's school or email powerschool@ccpsstaff.org to receive your log in information. Accounts are created at the school district office.

I can’t remember my login for the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
If you aren’t able to retrieve your login credentials using the “Having trouble signing in?” link on the Sign In page, please contact your school directly for assistance logging in to the Parent Portal.

Do I have to answer all the questions?
No, but some questions are marked "Required" and must be answered before you can submit your form.

What if I make a mistake?
If you would like to make a change prior to submitting the form, you can either navigate back to the page using the “Prev” and “Next” buttons or if you are on the Review page select the underlined field. If you have already submitted the form you will need to contact your student’s school so they can make the changes for you.

I’ve completed the form, now what?
Once you have finished entering your information select “Submit.” This will send all of the information you’ve entered to the school. If you cannot select this button you will need to make sure that you have answered all required questions.

What if I have more than one student in the district? Do I need to do this for each student?
Yes you will need to provide information that is specific to each student. We recommend that you complete and submit one form and then start another. This will allow you to “snap” (or share) selected family information, which saves you time.

Help! I’m having technical difficulties.
For technical support, visit our PowerSchool Community help center or click “Help” from any form page.

*****STUDENTS WILL BE PUT ON THE OBLIGATION LIST IF THIS IS NOT COMPLETED BY 9/30*****

September is Suicide Awareness Month:

1) National 988 Suicide & Crisis Hotline Resorces - At this link, you'll find several pre-created social media shareable images and messages. If you click "Spanish," you'll get the same images and info in Spanish: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/988/partner-toolkit/social-media-shareables

2) CDC Suicide Prevention/988 Shareable Images - At this link, you'll find additional images that include the 988 crisis line: https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/resources/partner-toolkit.html?utm_source=MHAMD&utm_campaign=acbf0d3dc2-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2023_08_29_04_48&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-acbf0d3dc2-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D

3) ParentGuidance.org - At this link, parents can locate informational videos, resources and tools to help them navigate concerns for their children's mental health: https://parentguidance.org/

September is National Recovery Month, and September 13 has been designated Caroline Goes Purple Day. Please join us in the effort to raise awareness about substance abuse and prevention by wearing purple on that day! Take a selfie or a group photo and post it to your social media with the hashtag #carolinegoespurple. Students can send photos to Ms. Reed to post on CRHS social media!

Chesapeake College 's Upward Bound is actively recruiting students for this upcoming school year! Are you interested in attending college after high school? Let them help with the process! Follow them on Instagram @ccupwardbound and direct message them for more information!

As you may have heard, marijuana (referred to as cannabis in legislation) possession and use became legal on July 1, 2023 for adults 21 and older, with certain limits and restrictions.

However, nothing has changed for our students in Caroline County Public Schools. Students are still not allowed to use or have cannabis in schools, and there is no plan to change disciplinary practices.

• The CCPS Student Code of Conduct (policy and regulation) states that if a student is found under the influence of drugs or controlled substances, a teacher or administrator will intervene and respond to the situation. Related service providers, such as social workers, psychologists and counselors, are also informed.

• If a student is using or possessing drugs or controlled substances at school, discipline can include anything from intervention by an administrator to suspension to expulsion. School police and related service providers are notified of the situation.

• Those distributing or selling drugs at school can be suspended long-term or expelled. School police and related service providers would be alerted.

Regarding cannabis education in school, the subject is already a part of Maryland’s Comprehensive Health Education Framework and is addressed at multiple grade levels, and lessons vary depending on students’ ages.

Visit this website to fill out the Student Benefits Form

CCPS is committed to providing a safe, respectful, nurturing educational environment where the worth and dignity of individuals are valued and their safety and rights are protected. Behaviors that compromise this environment, interfere with school operations, or are otherwise contrary to the basic mission of our public schools will not be tolerated. Bullying, hazing, harassment, or other discrimination affecting a student or a staff member should be reported by a victim, parent/guardian, witness, staff member, or other person having knowledge. Staff members with knowledge of such conduct are required to promptly report it to the building principal.

Caroline County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in its educational programs, and in employment, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or disability.